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Quick Bites are informative programs held over Interactive Video Conferencing on Thursdays from 12–1 p.m. Quick Bites are free to the public and cover a wide variety of topics. The best specialists and experts in Mississippi prepare a one-hour program on various topics such as gardening, horticulture, insect management, health, and cooking.
Check back regularly for an updated calendar on upcoming topics and contact your local county Extension office to sign up to watch the programs.
Individuals: Please contact your county office in order to participate in any interactive video program.
For County Offices: To sign up for these programs, sign up on the Extension Intranet under "County Video Signup" under Forms or email us at DistanceEd@ext.msstate.edu.
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September 12, 2019 - 12:00pm
Come One, Come All: Fall Flower & Garden Fest
Dr. Rick Snyder, Extension Research Professor, Central MS R&E Center
Do you know about Fall Flower & Garden Fest? This event in Crystal Springs, MS in October is the largest home gardening event in the southeastern U.S! If you like gardening, come learn about the Fest.
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September 5, 2019 - 12:00pm
Farm to Table Florals
Lynette McDougald, Instructor, Plant and Soil Sciences
Fall is almost here and today’s program will focus on seasonal flowers incorporated into tablescapes along with entertaining ideas. Lynette will use those last flowers of summer which work well with Italian meal theme, wine & cheese party, and ever popular farm to table spreads.
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August 29, 2019 - 12:00pm
Tips for Writing Effective Emails
Keri Lewis, Media Relations Manager, Agricultural Communications
Do you spend too much time reading and responding to emails? Learn some easy ways to make your emails clear and concise!
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August 22, 2019 - 12:00pm
Getting Organized for a Hectic Life
Natalie Ray, Extension Agent, Clay County
Some people are gifted with the skill of organization, while others struggle. There are all sorts of self-help websites, books, and articles to get you started; but even these helpful tools are hard to weed through to figure out what you really need. Let us help you find where you need to focus,... read more
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August 8, 2019 - 12:00pm
Basic Computer & Windows 10 Updates
Lauren Colby Nickels, Extension Instructor, Center for Technology Outreach
This beginner-level class introduces the user to basic computer functions, as well as the significant changes from Windows 7/8 to Windows 10. In this class, users become familiar with computer hardware, software, operating systems, terminology, and best practices.
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August 1, 2019 - 12:00pm
The Summer Cooldown…
Lynette McDougald, Instructor, Plant and Soil Sciences
Yes, it is August and it is hot out! Let’s cool things down a bit this month. Lynette will focus on cool flowers, cool colors, and some cool mechanics in her designs.
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July 25, 2019 - 12:00pm
Unparalleled Design
Lynette McDougald, Instructor, Plant and Soil Sciences
Parallel Systems Design is a very specific and stylized featuring either vertical or horizontal placements. This is the perfect design style to feature some of our favorite summer blossoms.
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July 11, 2019 - 12:00pm
Basic Sewing 101
Martha Cannon, Master Seamstress, Calhoun County MHV
Come one, come all, novice, young, or seasoned! Martha will share sewing basics including sewing on a button, replacing a hem, minor repairs, as well as basic items needed for sewing.
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June 27, 2019 - 12:00pm
Your First Year Beekeeping
Dr. Jeff Harris, Assistant Research Professor, Apiculturist, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology
This presentation will provide guidance and how to start a colony of honey bees in the spring and properly care for it to give it the best chance of surviving its first winter. Topics include: installing nucs or packages of bees; feeding bees to draw wax combs; treating for varroa mites; and... read more
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June 13, 2019 - 12:00pm
Growing Great Tomatoes
Dr. Rick Snyder, Extension Research Professor, Central MS R&E Center
Do you have tomatoes in your garden? Are they perfect? If not, plan on coming to join Dr. Snyder, our tomato expert for Extension!
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