Solutions in Your Community In This Issue Mark Your Calendar! Spring into Action! 4-H Public Speaking Contest Shortcuts to Eating Healthy Support Global Agriculture Healthy Eating May 4: Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic MG Compost Demo Quiet Waters Park May 9: Face-to-Face 4-H Volunteer Training May 11: Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic May 15: MG Compost Demo Quiet Waters Park May 18: Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic May 19: MG Pollinator Corner Hancock's Resolution May 25: Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic May 27: Memorial Day Office closed June 1: Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic MG Compost Demo Quiet Water's Park Pollinator Corner Down's Park March-April 2019 I'm sure just about everyone is happy to see the sun more and more as spring has moved into Maryland, bringing color and new life throughout our area! UM Extension will be providing many exciting programs for youth, consumers, gardeners and farmers. Read our newsletter or like us on Face Book (University of Maryland Extension Anne Arundel County) to get up to date info. There will also be opportunities all summer long. We are both happy and sad to report that Amanda Wahle, the AA County 4-H Educator, left her position in March to accept a position as a Specialist at the Maryland 4-H Center in College Park. She will be giving leadership to the state wide 4-H Camping and Shooting Sports programs among others. Christa Stibolt will continue to support the 4-H Program and we will be conducting a search for a new 4-H Educator later this spring. Best wishes to everyone for a productive and meaningful spring! Karol Westelinck Dyson Capital Area Extension Director Mark Your Calendar! Ask -a-Master Gardener Plant Clinics The Anne Arundel County Master Gardeners, University of Maryland Extension, conduct plant clinics in various locations throughout the county. Master Gardeners will be available to answer horticultural questions in an effort to teach sound, sustainable practices.The Plant Clinics will be held on Saturdays at various locations in the county. Click here for more information. 2019 Annual Strawberry Twilight Meeting Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Come and listen to University and USDA Specialists discuss current conditions and issues with Maryland strawberry production, including fungicide resistance, scheduling fungicide sprays using the Strawberry Advisory System (SAS), and weather monitoring systems to aid in spray
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Solutions in Your Community
In This IssueMark Your Calendar!Spring into Action!
4-H Public SpeakingContest
Shortcuts to EatingHealthy
Support GlobalAgriculture
Healthy Eating
May 4:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
MG Compost DemoQuiet Waters Park
May 9:Face-to-Face 4-HVolunteer Training
May 11:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
May 15:MG Compost DemoQuiet Waters Park
May 18:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
May 19:MG Pollinator CornerHancock's Resolution
May 25:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
May 27:Memorial DayOffice closed
June 1:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
MG Compost DemoQuiet Water's Park
Pollinator CornerDown's Park
March-April 2019
I'm sure just about everyone is happy to see the sun more and more as spring has moved intoMaryland, bringing color and new life throughout our area! UM Extension will be providing manyexciting programs for youth, consumers, gardeners and farmers. Read our newsletter or like uson Face Book (University of Maryland Extension Anne Arundel County) to get up to date info.There will also be opportunities all summer long.
We are both happy and sad to report that Amanda Wahle, the AA County 4-H Educator, left herposition in March to accept a position as a Specialist at the Maryland 4-H Center in CollegePark. She will be giving leadership to the state wide 4-H Camping and Shooting Sportsprograms among others. Christa Stibolt will continue to support the 4-H Program and we will beconducting a search for a new 4-H Educator later this spring.
Best wishes to everyone for a productive and meaningful spring!
Karol Westelinck DysonCapital Area Extension Director
Mark Your Calendar!
Ask -a-Master Gardener Plant Clinics
The Anne Arundel County Master Gardeners, University of MarylandExtension, conduct plant clinics in various locations throughout the county.Master Gardeners will be available to answer horticultural questions in aneffort to teach sound, sustainable practices.The Plant Clinics will be held onSaturdays at various locations in the county.
Click here for more information.
2019 Annual Strawberry Twilight MeetingWednesday, May 22, 2019
Come and listen to University and USDA Specialists discuss current conditions and issues withMaryland strawberry production, including fungicide resistance, scheduling fungicide spraysusing the Strawberry Advisory System (SAS), and weather monitoring systems to aid in spray
June 4:Face-to-Face 4-HVolunteer Training
June 8:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
June 15:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
June 19:MG Compost DemoQuiet Waters Park
June 23:MG Pollinator CornerHancock's Resolution
June 29:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
July 4:Independence DayOffice closed
July 6:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
MG Compost DemoQuiet Waters Park
July 10:Face-to-Face 4-HVolunteer Training
July 13:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
July 14:Pollinator CornerHancock's Resolution
July 17:MG Compost DemoQuiet Waters Park
July 20:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
Pollinator CornerQuiet Waters Park
July 27:Ask-a-MG Plant Clinic
Pollinator CornerQuiet Waters Park
July 28 - August 2:Anne Arundel County4-H Camp
decisions. See and taste some of the 15 varieties in our 2018/19annual plasticulture variety trial, which includes a few of thestandard varieties, as well as a few newer, availableselections. As always, a sweet treat will be served at the conclusion ofthe program.
Click here for information and registration.
Spring into Action!Jeanette Jeffrey, Healthy Living Educator
Sunny days and skies of blue...spring is upon us! Fresh air and sunshine have the healingpower to refresh both mind and body. What a perfect time to stroll outside to appreciate new lifein bloom and to get our bodies moving. According to the Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines forAmericans, 2nd edition, healthy adults should strive to reach 150 - 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week. Broken down over 6 days (a day off for good measure) thatequals 25 - 50 minutes per day. The great news is, you can break up the time over the day;A quick 10-minute walk in the morning and another quick 15-minute walk in the evening gets youto your minimum target. The benefits of daily movement include a lower risk of:
all-cause mortalitycoronary heart diseasestrokehypertensiontype 2 diabetessome cancersanxietydepressionAlzheimer's disease and other dementias
Improvement in sleep, brain functioning and overall quality of life have also been attributedto 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week. Set your goal today to put a spring in your step!
The 2019 Anne Arundel County 4-H Public Speaking andDemonstration Contest
Christa Stibolt, Extension Program Assistant
The Anne Arundel County 4-H Public Speaking and Demonstration Contest was a greatsuccess! There were 22 competitors for this event, and the Champions will move on to theState 4-H Public Speaking Contest at the University of Maryland's Maryland Day celebration onApril 27th. Congratulations to our champions and reserve champions!
Senior Extemporaneous Speech
Champion - Joelie GarciaReserve Champion - George Lengenfelder Intermediate Extemporaneous SpeechChampion - Elizabeth KaridesReserve Champion - Max Guethler Senior Prepared SpeechChampion - Kyle WintersReserve Champion - Maddie Krotine Intermediate Prepared SpeechChampion - Evie GuethlerReserve Champion - Lacie Hurst Intermediate Radio SpotChampion - Karleigh KacelowiczReserve Champion - Emmy Cox-Franklin Junior Radio SpotChampion - Addi Kacelowicz Everyone who presented did an outstanding job and most divisions were decided by only acouple of points or on tie-breakers. Ties were broken on the delivery scores. Excellent PreparedSpeeches were also delivered by Savannah Cox, Jessica Herring, Sasha Hill, Ally Kreuz, MauraDarby, Jasmine McGuin, and Karilyn Shin. A blue ribbon Extemporaneous Speech was given byKatelyn Bullock, two really fun Radio Spots were delivered by Olivia O'Donnell and JasleneWhitaker, and Andrew Sybert did a great Poetry Interpretation. Thanks to the wonderful judges and room monitors who helped with the contest; Mitzi Hardy,Olivia Stibolt, Mary Thomas, Kimberly Zulauf, Jacky Lengenfelder, Joan Mauritzen, and WendySites. Without the help of these dedicated 4-H Volunteers, we could not have a program like thisfor our 4-H youth.
Do you have a plant question? Pests in your house? Nothappy with your lawn? The University of Maryland Home andGarden Information Center can help. Visit their website:extension.umd.edu/hgic.
Spring Shortcuts to Eating HealthyLaTasha Coleman
Project Leader/Nutrition Educator
Spring is a busy time of year for many parents. Children are enjoying the extra daylight hoursand many activities begin to take time in the evenings. It can be hard to find time to makehealthy meals. Don't worry -- we can help! Try these tips to make healthy meals easier thisspring.
1. Plan ahead. Take an hour or two to plan meals for the week. Create a grocery list fromthe meals that you are going to make. Visit FSNE's EatSmart website to find new recipes!
2. Keep it simple. Plan meals that do not take a lot of time to make or do not need a lot ofingredients. For example, a meal can be a meat, a fruit, and a veggie. Using beans alsoprovides protein and takes less time to prepare.
3. Use shortcuts to save time. Stock up on canned and frozen vegetables that are quickand easy to prepare in a short amount of time.
4. Cook once, eat twice. When you do have time to cook, trymaking extra food that you can eat later on in the week. Forexample, if the recipes makes 2 servings, double the recipe tomake 4 servings and save for dinner another night. You canfreeze it, too!
5. Snack healthy. Place veggies like celery and carrots or fruitslike grapes and orange slices in plastic baggies to take withyou when you are running errands. These snacks are healthyand will help keep you full until you can eat at home instead ofspending money eating fast food.
Visit www.choosemyplate.gov/families for more shortcuts to eatinghealthy!
Support Global Agriculture: Learning and ServiceR. David Myers, Agent
The University of Maryland (UMD) has partnered up with the Liberia International ChristianCollege (LICC) for a brand new, global classroom experience. They are working together to develop and implementeducational programming for local farmers andagriculture leaders, and to build capacity at LICC forfuture generations.
Your support helps the team of undergraduate studentsand educators at UMD to travel to Liberia this summer,and work directly with our counterparts to deliverdemand-driven activities and resources to the localcommunity. They have received an outpouring of support from many sources, but still need help reachingtheir fundraising goal of $5,000. To donate, simply click the link this link: www.gofundme.com/UMD-GlobalAgriculture-Liberia. Sharing this fundraiser link on social media would be great - the more exposure they get, thefaster they will reach their fundraising goal!
Become an Anne Arundel County Master Gardener
Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Master Gardenersare a group of gardening enthusiasts who are passionate aboutgardening, education, and volunteering in their community. Thecurriculum is presented by University of Maryland Extensionfaculty and trained Master Gardeners. Click here for more information.
Community Shred-A-Rama
The 13th Annual County Shred-A-Rama sponsored by the Anne Arundel County Police CommunityRelations Council will take place on Saturday, March 11, 2019 at various locations in the county.
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Interested in agriculture? There are many agriculture resources available on our website.
Agriculture Newslettershttp://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/agriculture/agnr-newsletters
Agriculture Bulletins http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/agriculture/agriculture-bulletins
Agriculture Slide Series https://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/agriculture/agnr-slide-presentations
Agriculture Calendar of Eventshttps://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/agriculture/agriculture-calendar-events
For more information, please contact Dave Myers, Extension Educator, AGNR.
If you are interested in agriculture for YOUTH, please contact our office and speak with amember of the 4-H staff or email Christa Stibolt. 4-H offers plant and animal science programsfor youth ages 8-18. See the 4-H website for more details.
Did you visit the Anne Arundel County Fair this year? Did you wonder what in theworld 4-H is all about? Do you have children between 8 and 18 or know someonewho does? If so, it's easy to learn more! Visit our website or email the the AnneArundel County 4-H office at [email protected]. "4-H makes the best better!"
Healthy Eating - Sunshine Salad
1 bunch or 1 6-ounce bag fresh baby spinach, washed1 head Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped1 cup fresh berries, washed, such as blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries1 can Mandarin oranges, packed in 100% juice, drained1/4 cup low-fat salad dressing
Wash fresh fruits and veggies. In a large bowl, gently toss greens andfruit together. Add salad dressing and toss to combine. Note: Add cooked, diced chicken or turkey to make a fresh and fruitymain dish salad.
Source: eatsmart.umd.edu
Did you know...
In the state of Maryland during the year 2018, there were 8,747 total Identity Theft Reports.There were 3,224 Credit Card Fraud, 2,538 Other Identity Theft, 1,358 Phone or Utilities Fraud,1,263 Employment or Tax-Related Fraud, 989 Bank Fraud, 975 Loan or Lease Fraud, and 354Government Documents or Benefits Fraud. For additional information view www.ftc.gov/data and/or contact Ms. Graves, Family andConsumer Sciences Extension Educator at [email protected].
Anne Arundel County Extension97 Dairy Lane
Gambrills, MD 21054410-222-3900
http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county
Area Extension Director Karol Dyson, AED [email protected] or 410-222-3900 http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county Agriculture & Natural ResourcesDave Myers, Principal [email protected] or 410-222-3906
http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/agriculture-natural-resources Nutrient ManagementKayla Griffith, Nutrient Management [email protected] or 410-222-3906 http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/agriculture/nutrient-management
Master Gardener ProgramNancy Allred, Interim Master Gardener [email protected] or 410-222-3906 http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/master-gardener-program
4-H Youth DevelopmentChrista Stibolt, Faculty Extension [email protected] or 410-222-3900
http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/4-h-youth-development
Food Supplement Nutrition Education Program
LaTasha Coleman, Principal Agent [email protected] or 410-222-3903
http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/food-supplement-nutrition-program
Family and Consumer Sciences
Priscilla Graves, [email protected] or 301-868-9410 http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/personal-finance
Jeanette Jeffrey, [email protected] or 410-222-3906 http://extension.umd.edu/anne-arundel-county/healthy-living
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