2012

Tree-Topping… The cost is greater than you think. May 14, 2012: Trees provide so much to our communities, our homes, and our lives...
Spend More Family Time Together May 5, 2012: Studies show that strong families spend time together. But parents know this can be quite a challenge.
Spring Care of Fruit Trees April 29, 2012: The early start to the spring has created some challenges for fruit growers.
Why Plant Big Trees? April 23, 2012: Planting large trees is so advantageous, the better question may be, “why not Big Trees?”...
PA 4-H Birthday celebration April 18, 2012: The Throop 4-H Club held a 4-H Birthday celebration on Friday, March 23 in the meeting room of the Throop Development Building 6.
Fresh Asparagus This Spring April 14, 2012: Asparagus is one of the first crops available in early spring. It was initially recognized for its medicinal uses, similarly to some of its relatives (garlic and onions).
Friday the 13th is “Purple Up! For Military Kids” April 12, 2012: We are encouraging everyone across the state of Pennsylvania to wear purple on Friday, April 13th.
Follow Rules of Thumb For Financial Well-Being April 10, 2012: April is National Financial Literacy Month. It’s a great time to assess your finances and take steps to improve your financial well-being.
Spring Vegetables April 7, 2012: There are many garden crops that grow best in the spring. Spinach is one of those crops. It can tolerate spring frosts. There are quite a few other spring vegetables.
Are you ready to “Go Green"? April 2, 2012: On Friday, April 27 will mark the 140th year that Arbor Day was celebrated across these United States...
Follow Healthy Eating Strategies To Stay On Track During Spring Holidays March 31, 2012: The spring holidays can make it challenging for anyone, especially diabetics, to stay on a healthy eating plan...
Backyard Tree Fruit Tips March 26, 2012: It is time to prune your apple and pear trees if you have not yet done it...
Build Strong Relationships With In-Laws March 24, 2012: In-laws can be a source of support as well as a source of stress...
County 4-H Teen Club News March 20, 2012: This year the Farm Show 4-H Booth focused on Engineering. Teen Club members, Elizabeth Bartoli, Hanna Radkiewicz, Abreonna Surridge, and Sam Radkiewicz presented an activity from the new 4-H project, Junk Drawer Robotics...
Ready or Not, Here They Come March 19, 2012: Just when you thought it was safe to go into your garden, there is a new pest eating your produce...
Throop 4-H Club Meeting - Birthday Celebration! March 19, 2012: Come Join the Birthday Celebration! 100 years of 4-H in PA...
Make Heart Healthy Choices When Eating Out March 17, 2012: In the coming months, bridal showers, weddings, graduations and other celebrations may be in your plans...
4-H Friends and Family Night Out – Ice Hockey Game March 15, 2012: It is Fan Appreciation Night...
Strawberry Plant Sale March 12, 2012: 4-H will be taking orders for high quality strawberry plant bundles. These plants come from virus indexed, tissue cultured mother plants...
Prevent and Control Pantry Pests March 12, 2012: Anyone who has ever found insects in their flour or cereal will agree it’s an unpleasant experience...
Caring for the Woods in Your Backyard March 10, 2012: Would you like to spend less time and money maintaining your lawn? Do you want to provide a sanctuary for wildlife...
Technology Can Affect Relationships – Tips for Staying Connected March 3, 2012: Technology has certainly changed the way people interact. We text, tweet and write messages on Facebook to communicate with one another...
Spring Workshops March 2, 2012: The Penn State Master Gardeners in Lackawanna County are pleased to announce their 2012 Saturday Schools, a spring series of workshops for the home gardener, designed for all levels, from beginner to expert...
Master Gardener Training March 2, 2012: Penn State Extension in Lackawanna County will be offering the Master Gardener Training Program in the spring...
Pond and Lake Management Workshop February 27, 2012: Ponds and lakes are a common feature of the landscape in Northeastern Pennsylvania providing a source of enjoyment for many residents. Although they occur naturally in this area, many ponds and lakes have been constructed for a variety of purposes...
Backyard Tree Fruit Tips February 25, 2012: It is time to prune your apple and pear trees if you have not yet done it. Start by pruning out any broken or diseased limbs...
Prevent Heart Disease By Reducing Risk Factors February 25, 2012: February is American Heart Month, a time set aside to raise awareness of heart disease...
Organization First Step To Simplifying Life February 18, 2012: For many people, there just aren’t enough hours in the day. Life seems so chaotic. How can we simplify things so we can enjoy life more...
Is that a Brush Pile or a Pile of Brush? February 18, 2012: Do you enjoy seeing wildlife? Do you have lots of smaller diameter low-value trees on your property? If so, constructing brush piles is for you. They are a great way to increase numbers of many kinds of small game and non-game species...
Idaho Plate Method Helps Diabetics Eat Healthy February 12, 2012: The Idaho Plate Method is a visual guide used for healthy eating with diabetes. It’s also appropriate for non-diabetics to use who just want to eat healthier...
Make the Most of Your Tax Return February 6, 2012: If you are expecting a tax refund, take time to consider how you will spend it. Rather than spending the refund on a new TV or computer, use it to improve your financial security or to meet your financial goals...
Plants Need Potassium February 6, 2012: Your garden soil needs to supply plants with enough potassium to produce a high quality crop. Potassium is needed in the plant for many functions...
Serve Diabetic Friendly Super Bowl Snacks January 30, 2012: On Super Bowl Sunday, it may be hard to stick to a healthy eating plan, especially for diabetics. Many appetizers and snack foods served while watching the game are high in carbohydrates, which will raise blood sugar for people with diabetes...
Wild Bird Feeding- Is it OK? January 30, 2012: More than 55 million Americans feed wild birds and a third of Pennsylvanians observe wildlife around their homes. And according to an article by Joe Kosack, Wildlife Conservation Education Specialist with the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC), they spend millions of dollars on these pastimes; making them part of a full-fledged American industry that influences our economy...
Parent’s Response Important When Handling Temper Tantrums January 23, 2012: If you’ve ever experienced a child having a temper tantrum, you know that they can be difficult to handle. Often the results can be both parent and child are upset after the episode...
Domino’s Pizza Card Fundraiser January 19, 2012: The Throop 4-H Club is doing a Domino’s Pizza card fundraiser...
Throop 4-H Club February Meeting January 19, 2012: The February monthly meeting will be Friday the 17 at 6:30 p.m., Building 6, Memorial Drive, Throop...
Penn State Extension Kinship Programs January 17, 2012: If you are a grandparent or other relative raising children, check out http://extension.psu.edu/kinship on the web. It contains information on programs, resources, and other support for Pennsylvania families in this situation...
It’s Onion Time January 17, 2012: Believe it or not, it is time to get those seeds ordered for your early garden vegetables. If you plan to grow your own onion transplants, you will need to plant the seed between February 1 and the 15th...
Burn dry wood to stay warm, save money, and be safe January 17, 2012: As you relax in front of your Yule Log these next few weeks, enjoying both its warmth and the savings that it brings to you, take a moment now to plan on making next year’s firewood 20 proof or less...
Throop 4-H Monthly meeting cancelled January 17, 2012: The January monthly meeting scheduled for January 13, 2012; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Building 6 Memorial Drive, Throop, PA. has been postponed due to weather conditions...
Industrial Weeds & Right-of-Way January 12, 2012: Green Industry Winter Updates will hold a Pesticide Education class on...
Pesticide Selection to Preserve Beneficial Insects in the Landscape January 12, 2012: Green Industry Winter Updates will hold a Pesticide Education class on...
Turf Update January 12, 2012: Green Industry Winter Updates will hold a Pesticide Education class on...
IPM for Thrips, Scale & Mealybug in Greenhouse Production January 12, 2012: Green Industry Winter Updates will hold a Pesticide Education class on...
Invasive Insect Update January 12, 2012: Green Industry Winter Updates will hold a Pesticide Education class on...
Plant Selection + Culture=IPM January 12, 2012: Green Industry Winter Updates will hold a Pesticide Education class on...
PA 4-H Horse Judges and Show Management School January 10, 2012: Who Should Attend? 4-H or open show judges, applicants for the Pennsylvania 4-H judges list, coaches and 4-H senior members (14-18 years of age), FFA and other youth horse judging teams, show managers, and show committee members...
Improve Your Financial Picture In The New Year January 9, 2012: Are you feeling financially strapped? If so, you’re not alone. The holidays are often the icing on the cake for people who were already feeling a financial pinch.
County 4-H Scholarship January 9, 2012: Contact Extension Office for an application today!
Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle During Winter Months January 9, 2012: Many folks resolve to lead healthier lifestyles after the winter holidays. But it can be challenging to get physical activity and eat healthy especially during the cold winter months.
"Valentines for Vets" January 9, 2012: The Throop 4-H Club will be writing out “Valentines for Vets” to give Veterans at the Gino Merli Veterans Hospital in Scranton.
4-H Teen Club January 9, 2012: Between the soda, soft pretzels, pizza, chips, candy and other goodies, we just couldn’t fit the chocolate chip cookie cake! The 4-H Teen Club had quite the fun at our Holiday Party.
What’s Your 4-H Story? January 6, 2012: As part of the centennial celebration, Pennsylvania 4-H is compiling a history of the PA 4-H program through stories.
Centennial Committee Invitation January 5, 2012: Lackawanna County 4-H would like to invite you to participate in the planning of our local 4-H Centennial Celebration. Whether you are a parent, member, leader, or alumni, we need your input.
Soup Provides Comfort and Convenience January 3, 2012: January is National Soup Month. It’s the perfect food for a cold winter day. Not only is it a warm comfort food, but it’s a great tool in weight management because it is voluminous and fills you up.

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