Shawnee County K-State Extension

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Shawnee County K-State Extension Questions? Call us for Community Development, Crops and Livestock, 4-H Youth Development, Nutrition and Health, Home and Family, and Lawn and Garden.

https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/employee_resources/dei/civil-rights.html All universities engage in research and teaching, but the nation's more than 100 land-grant colleges and universities have a third critical mission—Extension. Extension “reaches out,” extending resources and addressing public needs with university resources through non-formal, non-credit programs. Programs are largely administered through County Extension offices that bring land-grant university expertise to the local level.

You don't have to make a decision on your Medicare plan just because someone calls!🚨Be cautious of unsolicited offers, r...
10/07/2026

You don't have to make a decision on your Medicare plan just because someone calls!🚨

Be cautious of unsolicited offers, requests for your Medicare number, and anyone pressuring you to enroll in a plan.

Being vigilant can prevent scammers from doing harmful things with your information.

Need help understanding your options? SHICK counselors provide free, unbiased Medicare counseling to help you make informed decisions.

Bird Friendly Backyards is NEXT WEDNESDAY! Don't miss out 🐦Wednesday, October 14, at 6:30 pm at the Topeka & Shawnee Cou...
10/07/2026

Bird Friendly Backyards is NEXT WEDNESDAY! Don't miss out 🐦

Wednesday, October 14, at 6:30 pm at the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library - A session on creating a yard that will attract birds!

Questions? Contact Lane Wiens at 785-232-0062

Sign up is open for our young entrepreneurs for the 2026 Youth Pitch Contest! Our Contest will be Nov. 4th at Link Innov...
10/05/2026

Sign up is open for our young entrepreneurs for the 2026 Youth Pitch Contest! Our Contest will be Nov. 4th at Link Innovation Lab. Optional learning session are available at the Extension Office to youth who want to learn about how to create and deliver a business pitch!

The registration deadline for the contest is October 19th.

Find out all the details on our website: https://www.shawnee.k-state.edu/community/

The October Plant of the Month is an icon of the fall, the garden mum!-Grows 2-4 feet tall-Flowers come in a variety of ...
10/04/2026

The October Plant of the Month is an icon of the fall, the garden mum!

-Grows 2-4 feet tall
-Flowers come in a variety of colors and patterns
-Attractive to bees and other pollinators
-Pinch by early July to maintain a circular growth form

For more information on the care of garden mums, check out https://tinyurl.com/4x93d7rv from our friends in the Post Rock District!

📅 Medicare Open Enrollment: October 15–December 7!It's time to review your Medicare coverage for 2027.✔️ Check your plan...
10/02/2026

📅 Medicare Open Enrollment: October 15–December 7!

It's time to review your Medicare coverage for 2027.
✔️ Check your plan's costs and coverage
✔️ Compare your options at Medicare.gov
✔️ Get free, unbiased help from a SHICK counselor if you need it

Have questions? Call us at 785-232-0062. We are here to help!

♥ September 29th is !A healthy heart means a healthy you. 🩺 Here are a few ways to show your heart some love:🍉 Eat frui...
09/29/2026

♥ September 29th is !

A healthy heart means a healthy you. 🩺
Here are a few ways to show your heart some love:

🍉 Eat fruits and vegetables
🚶🏻‍♀️ Stay active and moving
🧠 Keep stress levels low
💧 Drink water and stay hydrated
👨‍⚕️ Talk with your healthcare provider about your heart

📬 Did you get a letter from your Medicare plan? Don't toss it aside just yet!Your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) is an i...
09/24/2026

📬 Did you get a letter from your Medicare plan? Don't toss it aside just yet!

Your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) is an important piece of mail that lets you know what’s changing with your Medicare prescription drug plan next year.

Now is a great time to review your letter - compare your options at Medicare.gov, or schedule an appointment with our SHICK counselors for free, unbiased guidance.

🔗 Learn more: shawnee.k-state.edu/medicare.html

After 29 years of dedicated service with the Shawnee County Extension Council, Joanne Domme is retiring!Joanne’s extensi...
09/24/2026

After 29 years of dedicated service with the Shawnee County Extension Council, Joanne Domme is retiring!

Joanne’s extensive knowledge, commitment to our community, and smile will be greatly missed. We are very grateful for all she has contributed over the years and wish her every happiness as she begins this exciting new chapter.

Please join us in celebrating Joanne TOMORROW September 25, 2026!

For celebration details, please visit the front page of our website: https://www.shawnee.k-state.edu

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1740 SW Western Avenue
Topeka, KS
66604

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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