Come learn from Master Gardener Intern Krysta Wendelboe, about how you can grow salad—year round—indoors at this upcoming Garden Basic class Thursday February 21 at 6:30 pm at the Mahaska County Extension Auditorium, 212 North I Street Oskaloosa.  It is easier than you think! This event is FREE and open to the pubic. Prior registration is not required but appreciated.

Garden Basics classes are Mahaska County Master Gardeners presenting on a variety of general gardening topics.  Each one is an independent topic presented as a family friendly presentation. More information about this and other horticulture events can be found at the Mahaska County Extension Office; 212 North I Street; Oskaloosa Phone 641-673-5841; and www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska/yardgarden.htm.

Back to Basics Beekeeping classes Friday evenings January 18-March 1 6-8 pm at the Mahaska County Extension and Outreach Office.   The classes are for ALL AGES and are not limited to Mahaska County residents.  Contact Jim Marshall (jim.marshall@musco.com or 641-660-9930) for curriculum questions, and Tina Marshall (marshalljt@wildblue.net or 641-660-0983) for registration. For information about this and other Extension programs, contact Suzette Striegel, Mahaska County Extension Horticulturist, 212 North I Street; Oskaloosa IA  52577.
641-673-5841; www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska

Back to Basics Beekeeping classes Friday evenings January 18-March 1 6-8 pm at the Mahaska County Extension and Outreach Office.   The classes are for ALL AGES and are not limited to Mahaska County residents.  Contact Jim Marshall (jim.marshall@musco.com or 641-660-9930) for curriculum questions, and Tina Marshall (marshalljt@wildblue.net or 641-660-0983) for registration. For information about this and other Extension programs, contact Suzette Striegel, Mahaska County Extension Horticulturist, 212 North I Street; Oskaloosa IA  52577.
641-673-5841; www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska

The Mahaska County Extension office is hosting  “What’s Up Wednesdays” every Wednesday this spring  (March – May). These informal conversations are open to the public and will take place between 11:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. and be about various topics during the free lunch and learn.  Bring your own lunch, have your questions answered, and join the conversation!

A different Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialist or Mahaska County staff will be the moderator at each session. The informal open discussion will pertain to the specialist or staff’s areas of expertise.  Complete schedule is available at the ISU Extension and Outreach – Mahaska County office, extension.iastate.edu/Mahaska or Facebook page:  Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Mahaska County.  Registration is not be required, but appreciated.  Those who RSVP will be directly notified in case of any cancellation.

More information about this and other events can be found at the ISU Extension and Outreach -Mahaska County Office; 212 North I Street; Oskaloosa Phone 641-673-5841; website www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska  or email striegel@iastate.edu.

Here is your invitation to learn about growing small fruits (strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries) from Patrick OMalley. Examine control methods for insects, weeds and other pests, the value (or not) of soil amendments and cultural practices in their production. Patrick has been an ISUEO Commercial Horticulture Specialist since 1994.

Presentation will be at the Mahaska County Extension office Auditorium Tuesday March 12 at 6:30 pm. This programs is open to the public and there is no cost to attend. Anyone interested in the topic is welcome. Prior registration is NOT required, but appreciated.

The Mahaska County Extension office is hosting  “What’s Up Wednesdays” every Wednesday this spring  (March – May). These informal conversations are open to the public and will take place between 11:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. and be about various topics during the free lunch and learn.  Bring your own lunch, have your questions answered, and join the conversation!

A different Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialist or Mahaska County staff will be the moderator at each session. The informal open discussion will pertain to the specialist or staff’s areas of expertise.  Complete schedule is available at the ISU Extension and Outreach – Mahaska County office, extension.iastate.edu/Mahaska or Facebook page:  Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Mahaska County.  Registration is not be required, but appreciated.  Those who RSVP will be directly notified in case of any cancellation.

More information about this and other events can be found at the ISU Extension and Outreach -Mahaska County Office; 212 North I Street; Oskaloosa Phone 641-673-5841; website www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska  or email striegel@iastate.edu.