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UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County Events Calendar
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UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County, OHP
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee
www.ocfcs.eventbrite.com
Stop wondering where money went and letting it
control you. Instead establish financial goals,
discover your financial potential and develop a
plan to make your money work for you.
Family Nutrition Program (FNP) offers low
income adults and families nutrition education
on how to make healthy food choices, prepare
simple and tasty meals, how to be a savvy
consumer and stretch food dollars. Group series
are in either English or Spanish. Dates and
location varies. For more information email
[email protected]
Thursdays March 10 – April 14
FIT Wellness Series
6:00 pm-7:00 pm
St. Cloud Regional Medical Center
1600 Budinger Avenue, Suite E., St. Cloud
The FIT (Forever Improving Through) Wellness
Series takes nutrition and wellness information
and brings it to you in a simple, fun, and
interactive class. If your goal is to become
healthier, this series may be what you're looking
for! Keeping it simple is sometimes the most
effective way to adopt and maintain healthy
changes. Pre-registration and more information
at www.ocfcs.eventbrite.com
Tuesdays March 1 – April 26
Sewing Savvy
5:30 pm-8:30 pm
UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County, OHP
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee
Sewing savvy is designed to introduce you to
all of the features of your sewing machine. You
will also learn how to select the best stitch,
thread, and make adjustments to garments.
You’ll be amazed at what you can make your
machine do for you! We have a limited number
of machines if you do not have one. Preregistration and more information at
www.ocfcs.eventbrite.com
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Taking Control of Your Money
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Taking Control of Your Money
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County, OHP
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee
Stop wondering where money went and letting it
control you. Instead establish financial goals,
discover your financial potential and develop a
plan to make your money work for you.
Jueves, Marzo 17, 2016
Por Tu Bienestar! - Aprenda sobre nutrición
en esta serie de 3 lecciones
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Lugar: Biblioteca de BVL - 405 Buena
Ventura Boulevard, Kissimmee
Horario: 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Puede registrarse en
www.myosceolalibrary.org o
Llamando a los siguientes, números
(321) 697-3007 o (321) 697-3000
Sección 1 - Un Arcoíris para tu salud
Profundice su conocimiento sobre frutas y
vegetales. Este programa es gratis, presentado
en Español por la Universidad de la Florida,
Instituto de Alimentos y Ciencias de la
Agricultura (IFAS por sus siglas en Ingles)/
Extensión Agrícola, el Programa de Nutrición
Familiar (FNP por sus siglas en Ingles) y el
Sistema de Bibliotecas de Osceola.
Jueves, Marzo 24, 2016
Por Tu Bienestar! - Aprenda sobre nutrición
en esta serie de 3 lecciones
Lugar: Biblioteca de BVL - 405 Buena
Ventura Boulevard, Kissimmee
Horario: 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Puede registrarse en
www.myosceolalibrary.org o
Llamando a los siguientes, números
(321) 697-3007 o (321) 697-3000
Sección 2 - Aprenda a controlar a uno de tus
enemigos. Obtenga el conocimiento necesario
para preparar meriendas saludables. Este
programa es gratis, presentado en Español por
la Universidad de la Florida, Instituto de
Alimentos y Ciencias de la Agricultura (IFAS
por sus siglas en Ingles)/Extensión Agrícola, el
Programa de Nutrición Familiar (FNP por sus
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siglas en Ingles) y el Sistema de Bibliotecas de
Osceola.
Jueves, Marzo 31, 2016
Por Tu Bienestar! - Aprenda sobre
nutrición en esta serie de 3 lecciones
Lugar: Biblioteca de BVL - 405 Buena
Ventura Boulevard, Kissimmee
Horario: 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
Puede registrarse en
www.myosceolalibrary.org o
Llamando a los siguientes, números
(321) 697-3007 o (321) 697-3000
Sección 3 - Una buena selección para tu
bienestar. Aprenda acerca del rol de granos/
farináceos en la digestión. Este programa es
gratis, presentado en Español por la
Universidad de la Florida, Instituto de
Alimentos y Ciencias de la Agricultura (IFAS
por sus siglas en Ingles)/Extensión Agrícola, el
Programa de Nutrición Familiar (FNP por sus
siglas en Ingles) y el Sistema de Bibliotecas de
Osceola.
Wednesday’s April 6 – May 11, 2016
Florida Master Naturalist – Freshwater
Systems
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
UF IFAS Extension Osceola County
http://masternaturalist.ifas.ufl.edu
Through classroom, field trip, and practical
experience, this Module provides instruction on
the general ecology, habitats, vegetation types,
wildlife, and conservation issues of Freshwater
Systems in Florida - Marshes, Swamps, and
Registration is required for all programs, please register at www.tinyurl.com/ufclass or call (321) 697-3000.
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Permanent Wetlands (Lakes, Rivers, Springs,
and Streams). The program also addresses
society's role in wetlands, develops naturalist
interpretation skills, and discusses
environmental ethics.
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Beekeeping: Is it for me?
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County, OHP
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee
http://ocagriculture.eventbrite.com
Covers basic considerations for potential
beekeepers: legal aspects, space needs, risks,
equipment needed, startup costs, time
requirements for hive maintenance, and
Q & A.
Friday and Saturday, April 15 & 16, 2016
Master Gardeners’ Spring Plant Sale!
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
KVLS Building – Osceola Heritage Park
1821 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Great Prices | Great Plants! We will have
available for sale: Annuals, Perennial, Trees,
Herbs, and Native Plants. While there, ask
about our FREE Garden Help Center. Master
Gardeners will be available for advice on
planting, care and maintenance. Contact our
Plant Clinic for more details at: 321-6973000.
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Intro to Beekeeping
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Fee $30 individual / $40
couple (shared resource packet)
UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County
Registration deadline April 29, 2016
http://ocagriculture.eventbrite.com
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An overview of how to acquire your own bee
colony: tools and supplies, handling bees,
colony management throughout the year,
harvesting honey and more. Includes “Beesentials” beekeeping handbook. It is
recommended that participants attend a
“Beekeeping: is it for me?” presentation prior
to this seminar.
Thursday, May 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2016
A Home of Your Own, First Time Homebuyer
(English) Series
6:00pm – 9:00pm
UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee, FL
Located at Bill Beck Blvd. & US 192
www.tinyurl.com/myochome
Registration begins April 4, 2016 Fee: $10.00.
This class addresses the ins and outs of buying/
building a home. Participants will learn how to
prepare financially, select a home, negotiate
price, review contract and what to expect at
closing.
Martes, Mayo 31, 2016
Primeros Compradores de Casa
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane, Kissimmee, FL
Situado en Bill Beck Blvd. y US 192
www.tinyurl.com/myochome
El registro comienza el 4 de Abril, 2016
El costo: $10.00. Esta clase enseňa como
preparalse quando decides comprar su primer
hogar.
Plant Clinic is open daily
9:00am - 4:00pm
Master Gardeners are available
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 3:00pm
Call 321-697-3000
Extension Services and Programs include:

4-H Youth Development

Health & Wellness
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Nutrition & Food Safety

Personal Finances

Home Buying and Maintenance

Natural Resources

Lawn & Gardening

Agriculture
We are here to offer you education utilizing
research-based, unbiased information from the
University of Florida/IFAS. Our programs are
developed based on the needs of the local
community. We partner with groups in our
community to expand our outreach.
Persons with accessibility requirements should contact
the UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County
office at least 3 working days in advance of the
program.
2016 Calendar of Events
http://osceola.ifas.ufl.edu/
Proudly Serving the Residents of Osceola
Monday—Friday
8:00 am—5:00 pm
Located in Osceola Heritage Park
The Foundation for The Gator Nation
An Equal Opportunity Institution
University of Florida/IFAS Extension Osceola County
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Kissimmee FL 34744
Phone: 321-697-3000
Fax: 321-697-3044
http://osceola.ifas.ufl.edu/
UF|IFAS Extension Osceola County
1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane
Kissimmee FL 34744
Phone : 321/697-3000
Fax:321/697-3044
Located in Osceola Heritage Park
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