Solutions in 30
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If you can give us 30 minutes, we will give you research-based answers for some of life’s questions. Each month we will focus on a different area of your life. These sessions will be delivered through webinar. A Webinar is a seminar delivered through your computer. These are audio - visual presentations so your computer will need internal or external speakers.
For more information on Solutions in 30 click here.
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 | Preparing Your Landscape for Storms | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, September 1, 2010 12:15pm- 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
Hurricanes and tropical storms can threaten your home and landscape. Bob Albanese, Extension Horticulture Specialist will help you learn what you can do to prepare your landscape to minimize damage.
This class is free.
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 | Coastal Invasion - Are We Ready? | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, September 8, 2010 12:15pm- 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
Join Heather Hammers, Extension Sea Grant Coastal Marine Agent while she discusses what is meant by having ‘no adverse impacts in coastal communities’ and the interaction between human beings and our coastal environment.
This class is free.
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 | Fall Vegetable Gardening | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, September 15, 2010 12:15 pm- 12:45 pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar Would you like to grow your own vegetables? This is that time of year to plant your fall vegetable garden. Join Cindy Peacock, Extension Horticulture Specialist, in this webinar and learn what vegetables to plant and how to care for them.
This webinar is subject to change in case a more timely topic is needed.
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 | The Scoop on Sugar - Curbing Your Sweet Tooth | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, September 22, 2010 12:15 pm- 12:45 pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar
Do you know how much sugar is in your diet? Join Nan Jensen, registered dietitian with Pinellas County Extension for this webinar and see where you find it in food, why added sugar is a concern and how you can cut back.
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 | Fall Lawn and Garden Care | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, September 29, 2010 12:15 pm- 12:45 pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar
Lawns and gardens require care to remain healthy. In this program Andy Wilson, Extension Senior Horticultural Specialist, will help you learn what to do, what to plant and what problems to look out for in the fall and winter lawn and garden.
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 | Lighting Your Way to Energy Efficiency | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, October 13, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
In just 30 minutes, Vestina F. Crayton, Extension Specialist will provide you with information that will help you select the most energy efficient lighting option for your interior environment. You will be introduced to lighting terminology, available lighting options and their benefits.
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 | Lower Your Power Bill for Free! | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, October 20, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
There are many ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency that do not cost a single penny. Simple adjustments and easy behavior change can add up to make a real difference to your monthly bill, without affecting your lifestyle or comfort. Spend 30 minutes with us and learn more!
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 | Enjoy a Debt Free Holiday Season | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, October 27, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
Whether it's planning for Christmas, Hanukkah, or that big New Year's Eve Bash, getting your finances in order will help you avoid debt and regrets that can lead to the holiday blues. Join Nan Jensen, Family and Consumer Sciences as she shares ideas on how to keep your spending in check this holiday season.
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 | My Favorite Green Practices Session 1 | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, November 10, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
Join Mary Campbell, Extension Agent, for the top 5 quick ways to add green practices to your daily routine and learn about the Good - Better - Best ways of evaluating your green practices. To get the rest of the top ten you will want to attend session 2 on December 15th.
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 | Introduction to GreenStar | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, November 17, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
GreenStar is a training program designed specifically for office staff. The goal of this program is to provide office staff with information and practical tips that can be incorporated into daily operations that will help the organization operate efficiently and cost effectively. This 30-minute presentation will give an overview of the training opportunities available through the GreenStar program- GreenStar BASICS and GreenStar ADVANCED.
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 | Sustainability 101 | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, December 1 , 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
What is "Going Green?" What is "Sustainability?" And most importantly, how can it save you money, provide a comfortable lifestyle and leave a healthy planet for future generations? Ramona Madhosingh-Hector , Urban Sustainability Agent, answers these questions and more in just 30 minutes.
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 | Lower Your Power Bill for Free! | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, December 8, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
There are many ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency that do not cost a single penny. Simple adjustments and easy behavior change can add up to make a real difference to your monthly bill, without affecting your lifestyle or comfort. Spend 30 minutes with us and learn more!
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 | My Favorite Green Practices Session 2 | 1/2 Hour | Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:15pm - 12:45pm Location: This program is offered online at your computer through webinar.
Missed session one? Not to worry Mary Campbell, Extension Agent, will make the bottom 5 of the top10 quick ways to add green practices to your daily routine seem like the top. She will also cover the Good - Better - Best ways of evaluating your green practices.
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