June/July - Taylor County

Taylor County
FCS Extension News
June/July 2016
Tips for Insect Repellent
Taylor County
1143 South Columbia
Campbellsville, KY 42718
(270) 465-4511
Fax: (270) 789-2455
www.taylor.ca.uky.edu
Farmer’s Market
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If you are in an area with mosquitos, you will likely
find that repellents are very helpful tools in
preventing many mosquito bites. Insect repellents are
made for use on bare skin. There are many different
types of repellents available including creams, sprays
(aerosol and pump spray), solid repellents (sticks) and
liquids. There are also products available that produce
a smoke or vapor that is used to prevent insects,
usually mosquitos, from bothering and biting
people. These types of products may be torches, candles or coils.
Although repellents do not kill insects that may pester you this time of year,
they certainly discourage bites from happening.
Pressure Canner
Gauges Tested
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Go For Life: An
Exercise Program
For Seniors
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Food Preservation
Series
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Defensive Driving
for Seniors
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Extension
Homemakers
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Here are a few rules to remember when you are using insect repellents:
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Garden Club Trip
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Extension Family
Farm Field Day
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Sew & Sew Classes
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Calendar
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Big Blue Muffins
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Some of the best protection can come from wearing long sleeves and long
pants when you are outside. Remember light colored clothes are important
for keeping cool in warmer temperatures.
When applying insect repellent, use it only on exposed skin. You do not
have to put it on underneath clothes unless the mosquitoes can pierce
through the clothes.
Avoid breathing in the repellent and keep it away from eyes.
Avoid putting repellents on children’s hands. Children are more likely to
put their hands near their eyes and mouth.
You should never put repellents on skin that is irritated or broken.
Make sure to cover all exposed skin. A mosquito has the ability to find an
uncovered spot the size of dime.
Make sure to read how long the protection will last. Different types of
repellent have different amounts of time for protection.
Make sure to wash all skin that has had repellent on it after coming indoors.
Make sure to use repellent according to the directions on the packaging.
Source: American Mosquito Control Association https://amca.memberclicks.net/repellents CDC http://
www.cdc.gov/Features/stopmosquitoes/index.html Nicole Peritore, Extension Specialist for Family
Health; University of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Homemaker Survey
Health Bulletin
Taylor County FCS
Extension Agent
Taylor County
Farmer’s Market
Saturday’s @ 8:00-2:00
Highway 210 on Animal Shelter Road
In late spring, Kentucky farmers markets are the place to find
fresh, healthy foods to bring flavor and color to your meals.
Make the farmers market your first stop when grocery
shopping, to take advantage of seasonal produce like
asparagus and strawberries. By visiting the market first, you
will be able to shop for the other ingredients you need. Spring salad greens, radishes, spinach
and other colorful vegetables will bring good nutrition and tasty dishes to your table.
Strawberries, a Kentucky favorite fruit, can be served fresh, frozen for later use or preserved
in jams and jellies. Some markets may have cool weather crops, like broccoli or kale, available.
A visit to the market can help you find inspiration for spring meals your family will enjoy.
Source: Janet Mullins, Extension Specialist for Food and Nutrition, University Of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and
Environment
Get Your Pressure Canner Tested
Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30
Every pound of pressure on the gauge is important to ensure that the temperature inside the
canner is high enough (240 degrees F) to kill the spores that can cause botulism.
If your gauge is reading high, the temperature inside your canner will be lower than
expected, foods will be under-processed, and botulism could
result. If your gauge is reading low, the temperature inside the
canner will be higher than expected and foods will be overprocessed. Over-processing is not a safety issue, but can lead to
poor quality canned foods.
If testing shows that your gauge is off by just one or two
pounds, pressure adjustments can be made during processing to
ensure safe, high quality canned foods. Our office can guide you
in making those adjustments.
If your gauge is off by more than two pounds, it should be replaced. The safety of your pressure canning process is only as
good as the accuracy of your dial gauge.
Upcoming Programs at the Extension Office:
Go for Life:
An Exercise Program
for Seniors
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00-12:00
Food Preservation
Series
3:00-5:00 pm
July 12: Freezing/ Jams & Jellies
July 19: Water Bath Canning
July 26: Pressure Canner
Week 1: July 5 & July 7
Week 2: July 12 & July 14
Week 3: July 19 & July 21
Week 4: July 26 & July 28
Sample a new Plate it Up
Kentucky Proud recipe each
day!
Come and try out our new appliances,
including a sauce maker, electric water
bath canner and a jam & jelly maker!
Call the Extension office to register
270-465-4511
Defensive Driving for Seniors
(age 55 & over)
July 13, 2016 @ 9:00-12:00
Taylor County Extension Office
Trooper Billy Gregory from the Kentucky State Police will be the instructor
for the class.
By taking this class you will be eligible for a discount on your auto insurance.
Contact the Extension Office to register for the class, 270-465-4511
L.E.A.P.
TRAINING
If you are interested in learning more about the LEAP
(Literacy, Eating, Activities for
Preschoolers) Program or if
you want to volunteer to help
with the program this
upcoming school year join us:
August 4th
@ 11:00
Taylor County
Extension Homemakers
Upcoming Events:
Taylor County
Homemaker’s Survey
Enclosed you will find a brief survey about Homemakers.
The survey will provide guidance as to what we are doing
right as an organization and what we need to improve
on. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and
return to the Extension Office by:
June 30, 2016
Remember:
Lunch provided for
all participants so
please contact the
Extension Office to
register!
Club Reports, VSU Hours &
Club Officers are due
July 1st!
Homemaker Officer Training
Homemaker Officer Training is for all
Council Members & Club Officers.
Mark you calendar for:
August 9 @ 5:30
Join us as we learn leadership skills and
how to move our organization forward!
Dinner will be provided.
Busy Bloomers Garden Club Summer Trip
July 11, 2016
We will be visiting Stream Cliff Farms in Commiskey, IN. We’ll be leaving at 7:30am to
carpool. Busy Bloomer members have first priority, but non-members are invited to join if
seats are available for $10.00. Trip is limited to 15 people. For more information contact Jane
Horn, 270-465-5605 or 270-465-1979. You may visit www.streamclifffarms.com for more
information on the venue. Call the Extension Office to reserve your seat. 270-465-4511.
SAVE THE DATE
EXTENSION FAMILY FARM FIELD DAY
JULY 21, 2016 ~ 5:30 p.m.
Mike Reynolds Farm
Sew & Sew Classes
June 16 @ 7:00
June 30 @ 7:00
July 14 @ 7:00
July 28 @ 7:00
For more information contact the Extension Office.
Please enter through the Conference Center.
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Taylor County Extension Homemakers 2016 Member Satisfaction Survey
Thank you for helping us with this important survey to measure the satisfaction of Taylor County Extension Homemakers. Your thoughts and opinions will be used for
continued improvement of your Homemakers experience. Please return to the Taylor County Extension Office, 1143 S. Columbia Ave., Campbellsville, KY 42718.
This survey should take only 4-6 minutes to complete. All answers you provide will be kept in the strictest confidentiality.
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Overall, how would you rate the quality of each of the following activities we engage in?
Poor
Fair
Good
Very Good
Excellent
Very
Dissatisfied
Somewhat
Dissatisfied
Neutral
Somewhat
Satisfied
Totally
Satisfied
Club Meetings in general
Newsletters
Special Events (Annual Meeting, Membership Meeting, Seminars, etc)
Lessons offered during the Club meetings
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Overall, how satisfied have you been with the Taylor County Homemakers?
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Which of the following events have you attended? (check all that apply)
Membership Meeting (celebrates the whole membership and recognizes the newest members)
Annual Meeting (usually in August to kick-off the new year)
Monthly Club Meetings
Lake Cumberland Area Meetings (all 10 counties in the Area gathers for awards and learning)
Other (Specify which events, please)
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In the order of preference, how do you like to receive information about Homemakers events
and information about upcoming events and meetings offered by the Extension Office?
(Number 1-5 with 1 being the most important)
Club Meetings
Newsletters
If you use Facebook, have you "Liked" the Taylor County Cooperative Extension Homemakers
page?
Yes
No
Less than five
years
5-10 years
Yes
No
Homemakers
Club
Special
Interest Club
Not Very Likely
Somewhat
Not Likely
Friendship
Programs or
Lessons
How long have you been a member of Taylor County Homemakers?
If 50 years or more, have you been presented with a 50-year membership pin? If you have been
a member for 50 years or more and have not received a 50 year pin, please contact the
Extension Office.
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Are you a member of a Homemakers Club, of a special interest club or a Mailbox member?
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How likely is it that you would recommend a friend join Taylor County Homemakers?
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In the order of preference, what are the primary reasons you belong to Taylor County
Homemakers? (Number 1-5 with 1 being the most important reason)
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Reason:
What programs or topics whould you like to see Homemakers or the Extension Office offer?
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What suggestions do you have to help improve Taylor County Homemakers?
Email
Phone Calls
Facebook
10-25 years
25-50 years
More than 50
years
Mailbox
member
Neither More Somewhat
or Less Likely
Likely
Very Likely
Derise to
Meet New
People
Other
(please list
the reason)
Community
Involvement
Thank you again for your involvement with Taylor County Homemakers and for taking the time to complete this survey.
Taylor County Extension Office
1143 South Columbia Avenue
Campbellsville, KY 42718
Phone: (270) 465-4511
E-mail: [email protected]