Parents of 10-16 year olds. Are you interested in learning more about what makes your tween or teen tick? Would you like the opportunity to interact with other parents who have some of the same challenges and questions as you do? Check out myparenthetical.com, an online site offered by the University of Wisconsin-Madison/Extension for parents [...]
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On April 9, 2013, a group of people took a trip to Madison to speak with their legislators about the value of Milwaukee County Cooperative Extension programing. A few got quite the pleasant surprise. Read more…
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Read about how our 4-H Youth really left an impression at the State Capitol during our April 9th trip to speak with legislators about the value of Milwaukee County Coopeative Extension programming.
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14. Jan, 2013
Each year, Milwaukee County Cooperative Extension serves approximately 100,000 people where they live and work through our 30 programs in: Family Living, Horticulture & Urban Agriculture, Youth Development and Community, Natural Resources & Economic Development (CNRED).
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14. Jan, 2013
La misión de Cooperative Extension del Condado de Milwaukee consiste en facilitar el uso cotidiano del conocimiento de la Universidad entre el público para tomar decisiones informadas, las cuales enriquecen su vida y mejoran su comunidad.
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19. Jun, 2012
What is a logic model? A logic model is a graphic depiction of the relationship between program activities and intended effects. They help us plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate our work more effectively. Why are they useful? They help: Provide a common language Differentiate between “what we do” and “results” Enhance understanding about the [...]
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09. Mar, 2011
Take a moment to “Like” us on Facebook. Milwaukee County UW-Extension now has a Facebook page. We will be sharing research-based information about seasonal topics, invitations to register for educational events, and news about community projects. Over the coming months, we will be adding more Facebook pages and groups for our programs, volunteers and projects.
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10. Jun, 2013
Somewhere between the ages of two and five, many young children become “fussy eaters,” temporarily refusing to eat all but a few favorite foods and rejecting other choices–especially vegetables.
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10. Jun, 2013
During the school year, hundreds of thousands of state children benefit from nutrition-boosting school breakfast, lunch and afterschool snack programs.
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10. Jun, 2013
Everyone knows yogurt is nutritious, especially if it’s made from low-fat or fat-free milk and fortified with vitamin D.
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19. May, 2013
Americorp VISTA – Volunteers In Service To America part of the Corporation for National Service working with Milwaukee’s Low-income communities for 2013 – 2014 Program Year One year-round, full time VISTA summer positions are available – working in Milwaukee’s low-income neighborhoods. The VISTA will be working under the direction of Milwaukee County University of Wisconsin–Cooperative [...]
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05. May, 2013
2013 Milwaukee County Fair September 26th to 29th Horticulture Building at the Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 640 South 84th Street,in West Allis, Wisconsin The Milwaukee County Fair Association, Inc., a non-profit organization, provides an opportunity to showcase talents, education and family entertainment for our urban communities and businesses at an annual event. General Fair Admission Hours Friday; [...]
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23. Apr, 2013
MILWAUKEE COUNTY AND WAUKESHA COUNTY 4-H SUMMER CAMP – 2013 JULY 25, 2013 TO JULY 28, 2013–UPHAM WOODS, WISCONSIN DELLS Registration is also open to all youth living in Milwaukee County. CAMPER REGISTRATION DUE: May 31st, 2013 Do you want to meet new friends, have fun, and explore the forest, hills and caves of [...]
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05. Apr, 2013
Spring is quickly approaching and a handful of Explore and Restore expeditions have already been scheduled for the month of May! If you are interested in attending one or would like more information you can register with the Urban Ecology Center.
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28. Mar, 2013
Calling actors, dancers, and performers! The Milwaukee County 4-H Music and Drama Committee has published information on their 2013 festival taking place May 4th. Registration forms are due at the County Extension office by April 19th to Michelle Gonzalez. See below for more details. Festival Announcement Participation Guidelines and Rules Registration Form
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Help your picky eater become a vegetable eater.
Summer food programs help ensure kids don’t go hungry.
Be smart when choosing yogurt.
Hiring for 1 Year -Round AmeriCorp VISTA–Apply by Thursday, May 23rd.
New UW Extension Parenting Website
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A Surprise for State Capitol Visitors – April 9, 2013
4-H Youth Impress at the Wisconsin State Capitol