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How You Can Be a Better You In 2013

Tom Egelhoff — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 13:00:22 +0000

We all seem to be born with the idea that no matter who we are, or what station in life we’ve achieved, there is always the drive to do better.

Music For Babies- Get A Head Start On Your Childs Music Lessons!

Russell Damm — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:57:24 +0000

Want your child to get a head start in music? Every Friday for the next few months you can take your children ages 18 months to 3½ years old to Musikgarten. Get all the info inside! The Bozeman Parks & Recreation Department and Rachel Waterman Studio, LLC are offering the preschool program Musikgarten: Sing with [...]

Belgrade Hunter Education Class Set

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 18:44:10 +0000

Hunter Education classes are back in full swing as the hunting season quickly approaches. Belgrade’s class begins August 20 at the C3 Church (8852 Jackrabbit Lane). The class schedule is as follows: Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat 08/20/2012 – 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM 08/21/2012 – 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM [...]

Back To School Check-List

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:16:38 +0000

I am just about done with back to school clothes shopping. I am organizing closets this week. We are getting school supplies soon-ish. (Can you tell I haven’t planned this one?) But mostly, I am trying to fit in all the fun activities that we’ve wanted to do! It’s been a wonderful, but too short [...]

SWMBIA Home Expo A Family Affair.

Russell Damm — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 14:18:22 +0000

Get out of the house! The weather has finally turned and all those home improvements you’ve been waiting to do till spring, well they need to get done. And hey it’s a FREE event! The SWMBIA Home Expo is a great event that is only getting bigger and better every year. The Home Expo is [...]

Interested in joining 4-H?

JoLynn — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:22:16 +0000

Of course your are!

"But...there is soccer, football, dance, church, homework.....AND we don't have a yard for a cow or pig."

Haven't you heard?! 4-H isn't just about cows, plows, and sows. Some of the most popular projects in 4-H don't require a yard at all. They include robotics, music, arts and crafts, and sewing. Plus there is a "self determined" project which means your child can pretty much do anything in 4-H that they are passionate about. And most projects and clubs only meet once a month (so you still have time for all your other stuff)!

Want To Build Your Own Hot Tub?

Russell Damm — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:36:59 +0000

This question came to my mind over three years ago. I decided I wanted to build a Home-Made Hot Tub for a Bobcat football game. Being that I am somewhat handy I decided I could do it! Here is a little video of the hot tub in action. I even made a simple step [...]

Welcome Home!

JoLynn — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:23:40 +0000

As the 4-H Military Program Coordinator I get to work with amazing people. One of them is Brenda Baker who's husband is serving overseas. She is the President of the Family Readiness Group here in Belgrade. The FRG supports familes of service men and women while they are overseas. AND GUESS WHAT?..............THEY'RE COMING HOME!! Check out the email I just got from Brenda (makes me want to cry in excitement).

4-H at the Saturday Farmers Market!

JoLynn — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:19:28 +0000

The Saturday Farmers Markets are drawing to a close and the new 4-H year is quickly approaching. Come visit me at the MSU Extension Booth THIS SATURDAY to find out how your child can get involved in 4-H!! I'll be there from 9am to 12 noon (unless I'm wandering around shopping-then I'll have someone else there to cover). Please read the press release below. I hope to see you and your family on Saturday.

The Top 7 Most Inspiring TV Teachers

Andrea Rosen — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:12:45 +0000

As kids around the world continue to put off their summer reading lists and inevitable Trapper Keeper shopping trips, teachers are already prepping to head back to school. And it's very likely that one of those hardworking people could be the biggest inspiration your kid's life. While we can't possibly call out every real-life teacher [...]

Pasture Management Class

JoLynn — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:37:20 +0000

Gallatin County Extension in partnership with the Gallatin Conservation District and Gallatin Big Sky Noxious Weed Committee will be offering a 6 week pasture management course for Gallatin County residents. The class will give land owners the necessary tools to develop a sustainable pasture management plan for their property. Participants will learn to improve their [...]

YouTube's Pronunciation Manual Wants to Embarrass You [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 16:51:08 +0000

If you saw the so-awful-it’s-sublime movie ‘Showgirls,’ you likely remember the scene in which someone compliments Nomi’s dress and she says, “Thanks! I bought it at Ver-sayce,” completely and embarrassingly butchering the pronunciation of designer label Versace.

If you’d like to recreate that moment for yourself, the YouTube channel Pronunciation Manual is here to “help.”

Back to School – 5 Tips for Kids Waiting at the Bus Stop

Chip Sandalwood — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:50:22 +0000

School is almost back in session, which means it’s time to start brushing up on tips for taking the bus. The school bus can be a great resource for time-strapped parents and independence-seeking children alike. But it also needs to be approached with safety and care.

Here are five tips to make your child’s bus ride the best it can be.

Matt Damon Snaps at Press While Defending Teachers [VIDEO]

alex staub — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 12:54:28 +0000

At the Save Our Schools Million Teacher March in Washington DC on July 30th, actor Matt Damon was grilled on his feelings about public school educators. Damon, who attended public school in Boston as a youth and whose own mother is a public school teacher, made some impassioned remarks in defense of teachers.

Missouri Makes It Illegal for Teachers and Students to Be Facebook Friends

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:28:15 +0000

An new Missouri law, aimed at protecting children from sexual predators, has made it illegal for teachers and their past and present school-aged students to friend each other on Facebook. The Amy Hestir Student Protection Act does allow teachers to set up a classroom-related groups on Facebook or other social networking sites, provided parents and [...]

Learn to Build a Raised Bed Garden!

JoLynn — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:14:10 +0000

MSU Extension has so many programs for youth and adults covering a vide variety of topics. I work with 4-H youth in Gallatin County, but receive emails about programs going on all over the state. Here is some information about the Master Gardener Program and a demonstration they will be having tomorrow at the Gallatin Valley Farmer's Market. I'll be at the market (like I am every Saturday) buying produce, window-shopping for jewelry, and wearing out/socializing my dog. Maybe I'll see you there?!

FREE Summer Camps and Workshops

JoLynn — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:29:16 +0000

I have the greatest job. I work for MSU Extension in Gallatin County and plan events for 4-H. I work on two grants-One provides services and programs for youth with a loved one in the military and the other for youth in a one-on-one mentoring relationship. I have three great events going on this summer for [...]

Equine Herpes Virus-1

JoLynn — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 17:21:09 +0000

You may call me and my horse "unlucky" because he is stabled at the barn where the first positive test result came back for EHV-1 in Montana. I honestly call myself lucky because I know they are taking care of all the horses in the barn AND keeping me up to date. Many of you may have gone to the fairgrounds last night for a discussion led by the Montana Department of Livestock. I, however, couldn' make it because I had puppy obedience class.

FREE LUNCH: Excerpts from Extension

JoLynn — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 22:13:01 +0000

I'm serious. We're giving away a FREE, healthy lunch. Gallatin County Extension and the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services are partneting up to help you get healthy. We're hosting a FREE one-hour workshop on the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Eating Plan on June 28th in the Bozeman Fish Technology Center's Conference Room at 12 NOON. AND if you're feeling up to it, we'd love to go on a short walk around

4-H Summer Camp: Sign up TODAY

JoLynn — Fri, 27 May 2011 17:11:58 +0000

You have GOT to check this out! Our registration deadline (with no late fee) is TODAY!. I honestly wish I was a 9-13 year old, because this camp is going to be fun. At least I work with 4-H so I get to go…How luck am I? Read on for vital 4-H Summer Camp information. [...]