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The PaperLaurens, Iowa

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Vol. 10 No. 35

December 28, 2016

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4-H Sewing WorkshopUnder the direction of Bonnie Wood, Quilting on Main, 22 4-H’ers were taught how to do simple machine sewing. Many adult volunteers, Vicki Kerns, Karen Hauswirth, Angela Sobotka, Janis Hansen, Heather Hull, Clara Barnhardt and Irene Carlson, helped the 4-H’ers one on one making their Christmas Stockings. Children in 4th through 12th grade are welcome to join 4-H in Pocahontas County and be a part of the many FUN and educational programs 4-H offers. Call the Extension Office at 712-335-3103 if you would like to enroll your child.

Kendall Evans concentrates on her straight seams.

Karen Hauswirth assists Cael Hull with his first time sewing.

Vicki Kerns assists Aden Ford trimming her stocking.

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At the Library & Advertising

Friday night, December 30th, special will be

Chef’s Choice or you may order off

our full menu!

Grab some friends and come relax and let us do the cooking!

PUBLIC WELCOME

At the Library with Glenda MulderDecember 28, 2016

Happy New Year! Well, it’s almost time to celebrate. Come in now to stock up on books and movies so you don’t run out over the long weekend. We will be closed Saturday through Monday to celebrate! We’ll have our “Take it Tuesday” night at 6:30 p.m. our first night open in 2017! Bring an old t-shirt to turn into a hobo bag. This is a great way to use those souvenir or event t-shirts that have been taking up space in your drawers! Please contact us to sign up. Kids are welcome as long as they bring their favorite adult with them! Tuesday, January 10 the County Museum ladies (Connie Dallenbach & Dorothy Lamberti) will present From Scythes to Silos: The First Fifty Years of Farming in Pocahontas County. They worked this program up when requested by a local group and agreed to share it with our library patrons. Join us – you just may learn something! Our local Women’s Club made their annual President’s Choice donation to the library. We used this money to purchase a couple gardening and plant themed books. Look for Gardening with Native Plants in the Upper Midwest: Bringing the Tallgrass Prairie Home and Cattail Moonshine & Milkweed Medicine: the curious stories of 43 amazing North

American native plants next time you are at the library. Our Book Club Choice for January is The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown. This book has been on my reading list and will finally get crossed off this month. Our catalog states that this book, “Traces the story of an American rowing team from the University of Washington that defeated elite rivals at Hitler's 1936 Berlin Olympics, sharing the experiences of their enigmatic coach, a visionary boat builder, and a homeless teen rower.“ I have heard such good reviews of this book from our local library patrons and am looking forward to reading it! We will meet Monday, January 23 to discuss this book.

Upcoming Events

• Closed December 31-Jan 2 for New Years

• Tell Me a Yarn every Monday from 5-7 p.m.

• CardMaking 4th Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

• Take it Tuesday - T-shirt into Hobo bag! - 1st Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. • Book Club 4th Monday at 7 p.m. • From Scythes to Silos: The First

Fifty Years of Farming in Pocahontas County.

Tuesday, January 10 at 7 p.m.

HELP WANTED

Hwy 10 Hardware is Seeking Part Time Help!

Can pick up application at Hwy 10 Hardware.

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Did you learn to swim at the Laurens

Swimming Pool? Please donate now so future generations can have the same privilege!

Everyone....Let’s Create a SPLASH together by:

-Using our New Online Donation page: https://www.youcaring.com/residents-of-

laurens-501476

-Sending a Tax Deductible Donation to:

Laurens Pool Project, c/o City of Laurens,

272 North 3rd Street, Laurens, IA 50554

-Dropping it off at City Hall

Like us on Facebook: Laurens Pool Project

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Advertising & Announcements

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Ring in the New Year at Laurens Golf & Country Club!

Ribeye Steak or Jumbo Shrimp Dinner with full

salad bar!Serving from 5-8 p.m.

For Reservations, Please Call :

(712) 841-2287

Please Join Us for a Party...Celebrating the Retirement of

Margene Bunda(Served Pocahontas County for 38 years)

Friday, December 30th ~ 5-9 p.m.Pocahontas Legion Building – East of the Courthouse

Food & Refreshments will be served

Hosted by Tim & Brian Bunda and families

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Church

This Week at Laurens United Methodist ChurchTues., Dec. 27th:Festival of Trees tear down 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 28th:NO Puppets

Fri., Dec. 30th:Men’s Bible Study @ 7 a.m.

Sun., Jan. 1st:NO Sunday SchoolFellowship Coffee @ 9:30 a.m.Worship @ 10:30 a.m.Holy CommunionNO Youth Group

Mon., Jan. 2nd:Church office closedQuilt Club @ 7 p.m.

This Week at Bethany LutheranFriday, Saturday, Sunday: Dec. 30-Jan. 110AM–8PM ~ Viewing the Nativity Scenes

Sunday: January 1, 2017New Year’s DayNO SS & CONFIRMATION10:30 AM ~ Worship w/CommunionNO YOUTH GROUP

Tuesday: January 3, 201710:00 AM ~ Coffee Time5:00 PM ~ W/M Mtg.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday: January 6-810AM–8PM ~ Viewing the Nativity Scenes

Worship, Love, Accept~Together in

Christ’s Name

Grace Lutheran Church Marathon, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Albert City & St John Lutheran Church Rural Albert City Pastor John MayerSaturdays 5 p.m. Worship Service @ Grace Lutheran Church - Marathon

Sundays 10:30 a.m. Worship @ Our Savior's Lutheran Church - Albert City

Sundays 9:00 a.m. @ St John Lutheran Church Rural - Albert City

This Week at First Christian ChurchPastor Rev. Rita Cordell

Wednesday, Dec. 281:00 p.m. - Willing Workers

Thursday, Dec. 29 2:00 p.m. - Coffee with Pastor

Friday, Dec. 30 7:00 p.m. - AA

Saturday, Dec. 31 7:00 p.m. - New Year’s Eve Party here

Sunday, Jan. 1 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. - Worship

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Laurens

Pastor ~ Fr. John J. Gerald Weekday Mass : Friday, 8:00 AM Weekend Mass: Sunday, 8:30 AM (July – October) Religious Education Classes: Wednesdays (September – May) Rosary Society – Meetings TBA Knights of Columbus – Second Tuesday of the Month Sacred Heart Parish Council - Fourth Tuesday of the Month Cluster Parishes St. Joseph Catholic Church, Sioux Rapids Weekday Mass: 8:00am (Monday & Wednesday)

Weekend Mass: Saturday, 5:00 PM (July – October) St. Louis Catholic Church, Royal

Weekend Mass: Sunday, 10:30 PM (July - October) Weekday Mass: 8:00am (Tuesday & Thursday)

Sacred Heart Church LaurensPastor ~ Father Francis Makwinja Weekday Mass : Friday - 8 AMWeekend Mass: Sunday - 10:30 AM (November-February)

Cluster ParishesSt. Joseph Catholic Church, Sioux RapidsWeekday Mass: (Monday &Wednesday) - 8 AM Weekend Mass: Sunday - 8:30 AM (November-February)

St. Louis Catholic Church, RoyalWeekday Mass: (Tuesday & Thursday) - 8 AMWeekend Mass: Saturday - 5 PM (November-February)

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Extension News

Crop Advantage Series will bring the latest Crop Production information to Storm Lake.Early registration deadline is January 3

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists will travel to Storm Lake on January 10 for the 2017 Crop Advantage Series. The meeting location is Siebens Forum at Buena Vista University. They will provide farmers and agri-business with current crop production information from Iowa State University. The meeting will also offer continuing education credits for private pesticide applicators and Certified Crop Advisers (CCA). Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will travel to 14 locations across Iowa for the 2017 Crop Advantage Series from January 4-27. “The Crop Advantage Series is an educational program that brings the expertise of extension specialists to 14 locations across the state,” says ISU Extension and

Outreach Field Agronomist Paul Kassel. “Content at each meeting is driven by local agronomic issues.” Topics at the Storm Lake Crop Advantage Series meeting will include: Palmer waterhemp by Bob Hartzler, grain market outlook by Gary Wright, Nitrogen and cover crops by John Sawyer and drainage designs for profit and water quality by Greg Brenneman. Early registration for Storm Lake is $50, and late registration made less than seven days prior to the meeting or on-site is $60. Registration includes lunch, printed proceedings, private pesticide applicator recertification and CCA credits. Online registration and additional information is available at www.cropadvantage.org or from your county extension office. For questions, contact ANR Program Services at 515-294-6429 or anr@iastate.edu, or Paul Kassel at 712 262 2264 or kassel@iastate.edu. Crop Advantage Series is presented by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach with support from the Iowa Soybean Association and from the North Central SARE Program–Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education.

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Extension News

Yard and Garden: Balancing Landscape Plants and Deicing Salts Winter is here, and with it comes inclement, icy, snowy weather. Many Iowans use deicing salts to rid their properties of snow and ice, and deicing trucks and snowplows also spread chemicals on roads and streets. But these chemicals can have a negative effect on landscape plants. Are there precautions to take to avoid damage? Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists can help answer queries regarding landscape plants and deicing. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@iastate.edu. Can deicing salts damage plants in the landscape? Deicing salts can damage landscape plants when excessive amounts accumulate in the soil. The most serious damage typically occurs near major streets and highways where salt from run-off accumulates in the nearby soil. Excessive use of salt by homeowners also can create problems. Trees, shrubs, perennials and turfgrasses are susceptible to salt damage. Additionally, spray from passing vehicles can damage roadside plants, particularly evergreens. Salts affect plant growth in several ways. When high levels of salt are

present in the soil, plants are unable to absorb sufficient amounts of water even though soil moisture is plentiful. Plants suffer a salt-induced water shortage termed “physiological drought.” High levels of salt restrict the uptake of essential nutrients by plant roots. Excessive amounts of sodium and chloride ions in plant tissue are toxic to many plants. Soil structure is damaged by high levels of sodium. Salt deposited directly on plant foliage can cause dehydration of plant tissue. What are the symptoms of salt injury to landscape plants? The symptoms of salt injury to deciduous trees and shrubs include stunted growth, marginal leaf scorch, early fall coloration and twig dieback. Accumulation of salt in the soil over several years may result in the progressive decline and eventual death of plants. Salt damage to evergreens results in yellowing or browning of needles and twig dieback. Evergreens near heavily salted roadways are often damaged by salt spray. Spray damage is most severe on the side of the plant nearest the street or highway. The severity of plant damage depends upon the type of salt and other factors. Calcium chloride, potassium chloride and magnesium chloride are less harmful to plants than sodium chloride. The degree of salt damage also depends upon the amount of salt applied, soil type, amount of rainfall, direction of run-off and prevailing winds. The condition and type of plant material

also is important. Healthy, vigorous plants are more tolerant of salt than poorly growing specimens. How can I prevent salt injury to plants in the landscape? Prudent use of deicing salts by homeowners can minimize damage to landscape plants. Before applying salt, wait until the precipitation has ended and remove as much of the ice and snow as possible. Use deicing salts at rates sufficient to loosen ice and snow from driveways and sidewalks, then remove the loosened ice and snow with a shovel. (Deicing salts need to be applied at much higher rates to completely melt ice and snow.) Mix salt with abrasive materials, such as sand or kitty litter. Avoid piling salt-laden snow and ice around trees and shrubs. While the amount of salt applied to major roadways cannot be controlled, steps can be taken to minimize damage. As soon as the ground thaws in early spring, heavily water areas where salt accumulates over winter. A thorough soaking should help flush the salt from the root zones of plants. If possible, alter the drainage pattern so winter run-off drains away from ornamental plants. When planting trees near major streets or highways, select salt tolerant tree species.

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Extension News

Winter Webinars Explore Supporting Food SecuritySeries of three webinars to be shown by ISU Extension and Outreach Pocahontas County

The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener program will explore how Master Gardeners can support food security during its winter webcast series. The 2017 series will offer Master Gardeners six educational hours while taking a look at ways to measure volunteer efforts, how to utilize small garden spaces, learn about food safety in the garden and more. In 2016, Iowa Master Gardeners donated over 60,000 pounds of produce to local food banks. In 2017, Master Gardener volunteers will continue to build on these successes. The Master Gardener 2017 Winter Webcasts, called Growing Together, are scheduled to be shown at the ISU Extension and Outreach Pocahontas County office on January 25, February 22, and March 22. All three videos will be shown at Pocahontas

County Extension and Outreach Office (305 North Main St.) Donation and Small-Space Gardens, the first of the three-part series, allows viewers to learn about results from seven ISU Research Farm Demonstration Gardens where Master Gardeners grew produce for donation. It will be shown on January 25, 2017 at 4:30pm. Cindy Haynes, associate professor and extension specialist in horticulture, will share production and donation data gathered through citizen science. Participants will also learn how to create an efficient small-space garden from Denny Schrock, coordinator of the Master Gardener program. The second webcast in the series will be shown on February 22, 2017 at 4:30pm. Impact Matters explores how to measure the impact of volunteer projects and how to build strong partnerships for effective community programs. Christine Hradek, coordinator of the Buy. Eat. Live Healthy. program with ISU Extension and Outreach, will present various ways to communicate the impact that Master Gardeners are having on communities as a result of their volunteer projects. Growing and Harvesting Vegetables is the third in the series

and will be shown on March 22, 2017 at 4:30pm. Learn about growing and harvesting asparagus from Ajay Nair, assistant professor in horticulture and extension vegetable production specialist. Also, building on food safety practices for vegetable gardens will be discussed by Shannon Coleman, assistant professor in food science and human nutrition and a Human Sciences Extension and Outreach specialist. To register for any of the webinars, contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Pocahontas County office at 712-335-3103 or hfrerk@iastate.edu. Master Gardeners receieve six educational hours while taking a look at ways to measure volunteer efforts, how to utilize small garden spaces, learn about food safety in the garden and more. In 2016, Iowa Master Gardeners donated more than 60,000 pounds of produce to local food banks. In 2017, Master Gardener volunteers will continue to build on these successes.