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.

Due to limited staff numbers, we will be closed from 11:30-12:30 for the lunch hour on Tuesday. Wednesday, and Thursday ...
10/19/2026

Due to limited staff numbers, we will be closed from 11:30-12:30 for the lunch hour on Tuesday. Wednesday, and Thursday of this week.

We apologize for any inconvenience. Please call our office at 785-232-0062 with any questions!

🌎🍎 It's ! Food is something we all depend on, but it isn't always accessible for everyone. From supporting farmers to r...
10/16/2026

🌎🍎 It's !

Food is something we all depend on, but it isn't always accessible for everyone. From supporting farmers to reducing waste, there are ways we can all help make a difference!

How to reduce food waste:
🥕 Plan meals and shop with a list.
❄️ Store food safely to help it last longer.
🍲 Repurpose leftovers into another meal.

You can also support people experiencing food insecurity by donating to a local food bank or organizations like Feeding America, the World Food Programme, and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). 🍞

Information sourced from: UN Environment Programme, IPCC, FAO

🫧 It’s ! Following the proper handwashing steps is the most important way to keep from getting sick. Find the steps, te...
10/15/2026

🫧 It’s ! Following the proper handwashing steps is the most important way to keep from getting sick.

Find the steps, teaching materials, and more info in the comments below!

Partnership for Food Safety Education CDC

TEACHERS❗ Don't forget to apply for our school horticulture grant!Our Master Gardeners Grant Program funding can help su...
10/14/2026

TEACHERS❗ Don't forget to apply for our school horticulture grant!

Our Master Gardeners Grant Program funding can help support projects like vegetable gardens, fruit gardens, pollinator gardens, and more. 🌿🌷🍓

📅 Apply by October 16!

🔗 Application and details: shawnee.k-state.edu/lawn-garden/master-gardener/

Medicare Open Enrollment is underway, and our SHICK counselors are here to help you understand your options for 2027.SHI...
10/14/2026

Medicare Open Enrollment is underway, and our SHICK counselors are here to help you understand your options for 2027.

SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas) provides free, unbiased, research-based Medicare counseling to help you make informed decisions about your health coverage.

📅 We offer appointments throughout Open Enrollment, October 15–December 7.

📞 Call Shawnee County Extension at 785-232-0062
🌐 or visit shawnee.k-state.edu/medicare.html to get started.

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!

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1740 SW Western Avenue
Topeka, KS
66604

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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