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Michigan State University Extension - Oakland County


Monthly Information  

October 2012 


Our Mission
Michigan State University Extension helps people improve their lives through an educational process that applies knowledge to critical issues, needs and opportunities.


Senior Nutrition Programming Offered by MSU Extension

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MSU Extension-Oakland County offers seniors an opportunity to participate in programs designed to provide nutrition education specifically to meet their needs.  One of the MSUE programs offered is free senior nutrition education for food stamp eligible seniors.  Programs are designed to help promote and encourage older adults to make healthy food choices within a limited budget while maintaining an active lifestyle. Session materials include recipes for healthy meals. Most of the venues are held at elderly service centers, community centers, public housing, churches, and senior living communities.

Some additional topic choices are:
  • Let’s Make a Meal
  • Cooking Sugar Free
  • Check Food Storage- Do’s and Don’ts
  • Deadly Look A-Likes
  • Spice Up Your Meals without Salt
  • Meals in Minutes
  • Eating Right When Dining Out
  • Stretching Your Food Dollar
  • Meals For 1 or 2
  • Smarter Snacking
  • Grandma called it Roughage

For more information, please call Nancy Hampton at 248-858-0275 or email hamtonn@oakgov.com

The Pests We Have and the Pests Yet To Come

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Tuesday, October 23, 2012
9 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.



Many native and exotic insect and pathogen pests already affect Michigan trees and forests.  Other serious pests are not yet here but are certainly on the horizon. If you work with trees in urban or forested settings, this workshop is for you.  Up to date information on current and emerging forest pest issues will be presented by scientists and forest health specialists from Michigan, Ohio and Minnesota.
 
There is a $10 fee.  Fee includes lunch, coffee and materials.  Fee must be paid at the door. (Cash or Check only)
 
To ensure a quality experience, enrollment is limited to 50 people for each workshop.  Pre-registration is required and must be completed no later than October 5.
 
To pre-register send an email to: <mailto:pitzs@michigan.gov>pitzs@michigan.gov
In the email you must: 
1. Provide your first and last name.
2. Provide the name of the organization you are affiliated with. 
3. Indicate which workshop you are registering for.
4. Indicate if you have dietary restrictions.

When Mom & Dad Need Help Managing their Finances Webinar

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Thursday, October 25, 2012
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

The warning signs that indicate a parent needs help with their finances and steps adult children can take to secure their parents' financial well-being.  Click here to register.

Family Forest Ownership Succession in Michigan

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Saturday, October 27, 2012
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Do you own forest land and want to keep that forest legacy for future generations?
 
Do you want to discuss your wishes for the future of your land with family, but don't know how to get started?
 
This day-long workshop, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, offered through a U.S. Forest Service grant to MSU Extension and the Michigan DNR Forest Stewardship Program and based on the Oregon State University's "Ties to the Land" program, is a great starting point for any family wanting to learn how to "hand down" their forest land from one generation to the next.  The program focuses on both interpersonal and well as legal issues to be considered and was developed by a nationally prominent estate planning professional and National Tree Farm leader.
 
Families are encouraged to participate together.  Registration fee is $65.00 for the first family member and $15.00 for each additional member.  Registration fee includes the 76-page book, "Ties to the Land: Your Family Forest Heritage," all handouts, light breakfast and lunch.  Deadline is Friday, October 20, 2012.
 
This workshop will be held at the Tollgate Farm Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377.
 
Click here to register or call 248-347-0269 x 232.  Specific program questions can be directed to Georgia Peterson at 517-355-7383.

You Can't Take it With You Webinar

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Thursday, November 8, 2012
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.


Develop a plan for the transfer of non-titled personal possessions, preserve family harmony and leave a legacy.  Click here to register.

MI Money Health Educational Workshops

MI Money Health is a free educational website that helps people get on the path to financial security.  It includes a Financial Health survey that will help Michigan consumers evaluate their current financial situation, provide consumers feedback of how they might improve their financial situation, connect consumers with local financial resources in their community and assess the current financial situation for Michigan residents related to this changing economy.  For a list of classes being held in Oakland County click here.
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Master Gardener Volunteer Program

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Thursdays, January 24 - April 18, 2013
6 - 10 p.m.


The Michigan Master Gardener Volunteer Program is a horticulture education and volunteer leader training program offered by Michigan State University Extension in Oakland County.  An interest in plants, a personal commitment to volunteerism and an enthusiasm for sharing knowledge with others are the only prerequisites to apply.  Click for more information and an application packet.  Contact Linda Smith at 248-858-0887 for further information.


Senior Health Line Newsletter: October 2012

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