August signals the beginning of another school year. Kids of all ages will be learning new skills in the classroom. My hope is that you will find something that you want to learn more about and sign up for a class or two. I have loved my years in Extension because it has encouraged me to be a life-long learner. When I prepare to teach others in a workshop setting, I always find that the time I spend researching the subject teaches me as much as the participants.
Our August Cottonwood Connection e-newsletter will be posted soon on our Cottonwood website. I hope you will take a few minutes and see what opportunities are offered during the month ahead in the Cottonwood District. Agriculture, 4-H and youth development and Family and Consumer Science programming is making a difference in the lives of our families.
Consider signing up for the fermentation workshop I am offering in Great Bend on Aug. 29th. Participants will learn how to make Kimchi which is a tasty Korean condiment. There is a registration fee of $25 that covers the ingredients and equipment needed to ferment a quart of Kimchi.
It is also time to think about registering for the Stay Strong Stay Healthy workshop that begins in September. I will be leading this popular workshop which focuses on improving strength, flexibility, and balance. A $20 registration fee will hold a spot for you and class size is limited. Classes run from Sept. 29th through Nov. 29th, from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Great Bend Activity Center.
Before I close today, I want to extend a warm welcome to our newest team member, Monique Koerner. Monique is bringing her professional experience to the Cottonwood District as the Family and Community Wellness agent in the Hays office.
Early in August the Cottonwood District Horticulture position will open for applicants and later in the fall the 4-H and youth development position in the Hays office will be filled. Watch for these announcements in the weeks ahead and encourage people you may know who have the qualifications to apply.
Exciting times lie ahead in the Cottonwood District. I hope you will be part of the life-long learning that is happening!
Donna Krug is the Family & Consumer Science Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. Contact her at 620-793-1910 or dkrug@ksu.edu.
