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Oakland County, Michigan sent this bulletin at 07/22/2011 12:19 PM EDT

Michigan State University Extension - Oakland County

Monthly Information

Summer 2011

Our Mission

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

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MSU 4-H Scholarships

Each year, MSU awards 6 - $10,000 scholarships ($2,500 annually for 4 consecutive years of full-time study at MSU) to 4-H members who are high-school seniors. This year's winners are:

Veronica A. Crawley - Monroe County (pictured)
Lynette Jackson - Tuscola County
Dakota Ann Riehl - Ingham County (pictured)
Molly Robbins - Oakland County
Garrett Slavik - Gratiot County (pictured)
Andrew Weaver - Midland County (pictured)

The selection committee bases its decisions on scholastic excellence, 4-H involvement and achievement (including at the county, district, state, national and international levels; and in a broad range of 4-H experiences and projects) and leadership and citizenship contributions within and outside of 4-H. Applicants must also have applied to MSU (and meet the standard admissions requirements of the university) and submitted the scholarship application to the MSU Office of Admissions by November 1 of their senior year.

Do you know individuals who might qualify for this or other Michigan 4-H scholarships? If so, have them check the link above. Future MSU students can also review the broad spectrum of scholarships available on the MSU scholarships database.

Michigan Cottage Food Law: Food Safety Training

A new Michigan Cottage Food Law: Food Safety Training (video #59) is now available on-line. Developed by the MSU Extension Health and Nutrition Food safety team, this interactive Webinar provides food safety training to Michigan residents who want to open their own cottage food business. Food Preservation Videos (videos #60-64) are also available to assist all interested in home food preservation. Additional information can be found in the July 2011 MSU Extension press release.

Family Forest Ownership Succession in Michigan:

A Workshop for Families on Succession Planning

Michigan State University Extension is hosting a workshop designed to help families begin talking about, and planning for, ownership succession of their forest land. “Family Forest Ownership Succession in Michigan: Keeping Forests in the Family” is based on a highly-acclaimed program designed by Oregon State University, consisting of multimedia presentations and practical, interactive planning exercises.

The workshop will be offered in two parts at the Tollgate Educational Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, on Wednesday, August 17th and Wednesday, August 24th, from 6:30-9:15pm on both nights. The registration fee of $50 covers the cost of both evenings’ activities, a workbook, handouts and light refreshments. Families are encouraged to attend together: additional family members are only $10 per person. Information is available through the Tollgate Center. Contact Van Varner, 248-347-0269 or varner@msu.edu for more information. Please register by Wednesday, August 10th.

Spring Bulbs and Peonies

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

One of the best investments you can make for long-term payoff in your southeast Michigan garden are spring-flowering bulbs. Learn about species and variety and selection, companion planting and naturalizing to get your garden off to a rousing start every year. Peonies are garden favorites around the world, often prized as much for their scent as for their luxurious flowers. Learn about the special needs of these plants -- and cultivation tips -- to get the most from these dramatic garden bloomers. This workshop is part of the Evenings in the Garden workshop series. For more information please contact Linda Smith at 248-858-0887.

4-H Newsletter: Summer 2011

Senior Health Line Newsletter: July 2011

For additional information about MSU Extension - Oakland County please visit our website at www.msue.msu.edu/oakland.

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