ISU Ext Polk County

An important aspect of pruning is knowing when to prune plants. Proper timing helps to insure attractive, healthy, productive plants. Learn the proper time to prune trees, shrubs, and vines here: ow.ly/tfxB50Y0hOm #education #pruning #treepruning #shrubpruning

Registration is now open for our 2026 Master Conservationist Program!! 🌳💧 5:30p.m.-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday from April 21 to June 19 go.iastate.edu/ZI49TU #awareness #masterconservationist #conservation

We have the newly updated and released Core Manuals at our office! This manual provides essential guidance on responsible pesticide use and is designed to help applicators and handlers pass the exams. As of January 1, all Core exams are based on this updated manual. #awareness

Small Talk Builds Babies Brains 👶🧠 📆 Thursdays, February 5 – April 9 🕝8:00-9:00 pm 📍 Zoom 🔗 go.iastate.edu/7X1UYP 💲 No cost to participants thanks to our funders Questions? Contact Cassie: 515-414-9865 or odlandc@iastate.edu #SmallTalk #EarlyLiteracy #Awareness

Grant Writing Workshop Series 💵 Beginner-friendly session covering basics, opportunity to explore data and data sources for stronger applications, & advanced hands-on coaching for developing existing application during a two-day workshop. Register: go.iastate.edu/TBHNTP

Pollinator lawns reduce lawn maintenance while supporting pollinators and increasing the diversity in your home landscape! 🦋 Join our Pollinator Lawn Workshop with Urbandale Public Library urbandale.librarycalendar.com/event/pollinat… #Awareness #Pollinators #PollinatorLawn

We are partnering with the Iowa DNR to bring you Fishing Basics and Fly Tying Workshops on February 3 at our office (1625 Adventureland Drive, Suite A, Altoona)! 🐟 Fishing Basics: 🎣5:30 - 6:30pm 🎣No cost Fly Tying: 🪝7:00 - 8:00pm 🪝$10 🔗go.iastate.edu/JFSZTK #awareness

Join us ONLINE to learn new ideas and activities to make reading FUN for you and your child at home! 📖😄 After the four virtual sessions, families will receive four FREE BOOKS with reading guides + a chance to win an Amazon Kindle Kids!! 🔗go.iastate.edu/AETP57

Get your hands dirty and your garden growing! 🌱 Learn more: urbandale.org/1341/Adult-Pro… #awareness #SeedSewing #seedStarting #Gardening

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned plant lover, this program offers practical guidance and real-time experience to help you successfully propagate your favorite houseplants.🌱💚 January 13, 2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM $25  Registration Link: dmps.revtrak.net/WS-Redirect/?w… #awareness

Science of Parenting 🧠 Jan 8 – Understanding Research & Reality 🗣️ Jan 15 – Understanding Temperament 📈 Jan 22 – Children’s Ages & Parenting Stages 💛 Jan 29 – Positive Discipline 🔗 Register: go.iastate.edu/YHVFJ Questions? Contact Hailey Walker 641-895-9037 #Awareness

Intern will work to provide support across a variety of program areas, ensuring the continued success and smooth operation of our educational outreach, volunteer coordination, and event planning efforts! Apply on our website. Apps due February 1, 2026! #MasterGardener #Awareness

Polk County Master Gardeners, Kay Oliver and Stephanie Harrington, will talk you through a step-by-step plan on how to do Winter Sowing and Seed Starting Indoors so your plants are ready to go come spring! RSVP to save your seat- polkcountymastergardeners.org/event-6280703 #Awareness #Seedstarting

Last chance to join the final Healthy Baby Shower of the 2025! 👶🍼 📅 December 10, 2025 ⏱ 7:00PM 📍Zoom 📱 RSVP: Contact Cassie at odlandc@iastate.edu or 515-414-9865 #awareness

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍗🥧 Polk County Extension and Outreach Office will be closed November 27 & 28 to allow our staff to spend the holiday with their loved ones. Thank you for helping us build a #StrongIowa #Community #Thanksgiving

Have holiday cooking questions? Call AnswerLine!!🍗🥧 📱Availble Monday-Friday 9AM-noon and 1PM to 4PM. Call 1-800-262-3804 or email answer@iastate.edu to talk to an expert!

We are ONE MONTH away from the last Healthy Baby Shower of the year! 👶🍼 📅 December 10, 2025 ⏱ 7:00PM 📍Zoom 📱 RSVP: Contact Cassie at odlandc@iastate.edu or 515-414-9865 #awareness

Upcoming Workshops (all at 8:00 PM): 🧠 Nov 3 – Understanding Research & Reality 🗣️ Nov 10 – Understanding Temperament 📈 Nov 17 – Children’s Ages & Parenting Stages 💛 Nov 24 – Positive Discipline 🔗 go.iastate.edu/FAMTL2 #Awareness

Upcoming Workshops (all at 8:00 PM): 🧠 Nov 3 – Understanding Research & Reality 🗣️ Nov 10 – Understanding Temperament 📈 Nov 17 – Children’s Ages & Parenting Stages 💛 Nov 24 – Positive Discipline 🔗 go.iastate.edu/FAMTL2 #Awareness

Grab a friend and join us for a Pumpkin Succulent Workshop! 🪴 You'll leave with a beautiful fall pumpkin filled with succulents, perfect to add to your fall decor!🍺🍂 Nov 13 at Brightside Aleworks go.iastate.edu/XUEJJ7 Nov 17 at Uptown Garage Brewing go.iastate.edu/MD8PXQ