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Join the Learn & Earn Program!

If you needed $50 for an emergency, what would you do?  Would $50 help?   Complete the Learn & Earn Program and earn a $50 savings account voucher from Royal Credit Union.  The three parts to this program are:  Start NOW Click below to register!  *This program is a partnership between Workforce Resources INC, Royal […]

Pressure Canner Testing

Need your pressure canner tested for the upcoming food preservation season? Pressure Canner testing is available Monday through Thursday during office hours. Please call ahead to schedule a time. There is no charge to have your canner tested. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 715-726-7950.

Exciting Opportunity: Join Our 4-H Camp Counselor Team!

Are you passionate about working with youth and creating unforgettable camp experiences? Look no further! Applications are now open for our 2025 Summer Camp Counselor Team. As a camp counselor, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the campers’ journey, fostering enduring connections, and honing your leadership skills. Eligibility: – One-Night Overnight: 9th Grade – […]

Food for Fathers

Food For Fathers 👨‍🍳🍽️ Do you want to work on your cooking skills to impress your family? This fall, 4 sessions will be offered to fathers that would like to learn more about making nutritious meals. Register here, bit.ly/3TvtQxVOr More information can be found here, https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:6d65b8da-ab4f-3293-9f28-f85033017ed6.

Introducing Chloe Nicolaus New AmeriCorps Member for Chippewa County 4-H

Chippewa County 4-H is thrilled to welcome Chloe Nicolaus as our new AmeriCorps member! Originally from Plymouth, WI, Chloe has been deeply involved in Sheboygan County 4-H, participating in community service projects, camps, and livestock shows. As an alumna and former Summer Intern in Sheboygan County, Chloe brings a wealth of experience to our team. […]

Badger Crop Connect Update Meetings

Exciting News for Farmers and Agronomy Enthusiasts! Get ready for the 2024 Badger Crops and Soils Update Meetings! Join us from December 3-6 to dive into the latest breakthroughs in agronomy, pest control, and nutrient management straight from UW-Madison experts. Early Bird Alert! Save on registration fees by signing up before October 14. This is […]

Farm Tech Days Youth Career Data!

At Farm Technology Days Jeanne Walsh (Human Development and Relationships Educator) incorporated a fun interactive activity with youth that attended. Youth would write what they wanted to be when they grow up in exchange for a piggy bank. The top five results being: Firefighter, Farmer, Veterinarian, Mom & Teacher! It’s never too early or late […]

Planning Ahead

Plan Ahead with Jeanne, our Human Development and Relationships Educator! Learn more about end-of-life planning, for yourself or a loved one….Dates: October 3, 10, 17 & 24Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.For more information, contact G.E. Bleskacek Family Memorial Library-Bloomer at 715-568-2384

Fathers In Focus Conference

Please register today to attend the Inaugural Fathers In Focus Conference 2024, a pivotal platform for fathers across Wisconsin to converge, connect, and collectively address challenges in their roles. Participant registration closes on September 15th. Let’s inspire change and empower all fathers to play a more active role in their families and communities.  #CallforParticipants #Fatherhood2024 […]

Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

The small jewels of the sky and the garden! The other day I watched a hummingbird hover outside the living room window. He flew up and down, backwards and then off like a shot out of view. I’m not sure what held his interest for that brief moment, but his presence made me feel slightly […]

Now is a great time to fixing dead spots in lawns

As lawns wake up from winter and start greening up, many of us are seeing spots where the grass has died over the winter. While “dog spots” are common, caused by high concentrations of nitrogen where dogs have urinated over the winter, there are other things that can cause areas of dead grass as well. […]

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