Boredom Busters + Public Health
You may be hearing about colors referring to a public health COVID-19 dial. Read about the RED status that Clear Creek County is moving to on Friday.
Stay safe, stay at home... but don't get bored! We have ideas & activities to entertain and engage youth and adults with online-based learning in our bi-weekly Boredom Busters series.
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Boredom Busters for Adults
- Virtual Cheesemaking with The Art of Cheese - Kate Johnson from The Art of Cheese has more virtual classes and on demand classes available. While we're looking forward to meet in person again to make cheese, her classes are an excellent way to start a new cheesemaking hobby this winter. Visit theartofcheese.com.com to see the live class schedule, a special 7 Days of Cheese Challenge starting on November 30th, and other classes that are available.
- USU Extension Finance - Understanding Credit Score - Did you know that paying your bills on time affects 35% of your credit score and has the largest impact on improving it?! Managing your credit is similar to playing a game. If you know the rules you can play the game, pass go, collect $200, and WIN! Learn the “rules” of achieving a great score by signing up for the online PowerPay Money Mastery Course. Use code “powerpay20” to get 50% OFF for a limited time. Check finance.usu.edu for more personal finance tips during Finance month at USU Extension.
- Read the Colorado Climate Center Monthly Update - At the end of October, 100% of the state was experiencing some level of drought. Warm? Dry? Cool? Wet? Learn how October 2020 (and YTD) plot according to history in the monthly Colorado Climate Center update.
- Colorado Food & Agriculture Gift Guide - Season’s Eatings! Whether you are shopping for family, friends or clients, this directory will help you find Colorado companies that offer the perfect gift for your needs.
- Colorado Preparedness and Resilience Project - Does your safety net have holes? Join the nonprofit organization United Policyholders to learn how to be a savvy and smart consumer when it comes to insuring your biggest asset: your home. With 30 years helping disaster survivors navigate the insurance claim process UP knows what matters when it comes to insurance. Information for homeowners to better understand their insurance coverage & know what to look for in their policy. Sign up for a free presentation
Monday, November 16th, at 5pm MT: www.uphelp.org/cowebinar_nov16
Monday, November 23rd, at 12pm MT: www.uphelp.org/cowebinar_nov23
Monday, November 30th at 6pm MT: www.uphelp.org/cowebinar_nov30
Wednesday, December 2nd at 4pm MT: www.uphelp.org/cowebinar_dec2 *Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation*
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Garden Corner: USU's November Garden Tips
Thank you to Utah State University Extension's monthly garden tips. If you haven't already prepared for winter, here is a helpful reminder of tasks to complete at the end of the growing season.
 Colder weather is here, which makes it all too easy to ignore the work that waits outside. But by accomplishing a few simple chores before winter takes over, you can ensure healthier and happier plants next spring. Here are a few tips to get you started.
- If natural precipitation is sparse and the ground is not frozen, water evergreen trees and shrubs to ensure they are well hydrated heading into winter.
- Blow out irrigation systems, winterize lawnmowers, and rototillers by either draining the gas or adding a fuel stabilizer. Be sure to read and follow manufacturer recommendations.
- Clean and sharpen dirty garden tools and treat them with old oil or other rust inhibiting products
- Disconnect hoses from water spouts to avoid freezing damage
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Boredom Busters for Kids and Teens
- Arapahoe County's Junior Bakers' Space Virtual Camp - Virtual from 5-7pm on Friday, January 8th & 9:30am-2:30pm Saturday, January 9th. Arapahoe County 4-H is offering a VIRTUAL Junior Bakers Space Camp for youth ages 8-12. Youth will learn about baking, food safety, and cake decorating. Each camper will be mailed a recipe packet, measuring utensils, oven thermometer, and a cake decorating kit. Registration Deadline is Monday, November 30 at 5:00 PM MT. Event Information and Registration.
 Storytime STEM with Denver 4-H and Americorps - Save the dates and plant to participate in the Storytime STEM series! The Storytime presenter will be reading a short story and leading an engaging STEM activity. On November 24th at 4pm the Featured Book is Anansi Goes Fishing! For this challenge, you will build your own spider web and test it's strength! Your goal is to create maximum strength with minimal material--just like a real spider web. Materials and supplies needed: 5 plastic drinking cups, yarn, piece of cardboard or other flat surface, masking tape, scissors, and weithgs like wooden blocks or other similar household materials. Join in for the live events on the CSU Denver Extension Facebook page.- DIY Gardening: Hydroponics - Learn about hydroponics with kidsgardening.org. This indoor DIY activity teaches kids about growing plants indoors, in any season, without soil.
 Free Thanksgiving Activity Book - ReallyGoodStuff.com has a free downloadable and printable activity book about Thanksgiving for young elementary kids to color and learn with Thanksgiving themes.- Camp Christmas - Designed by the Denver Center for Performing Arts, Camp Christmas welcomes you to an interactive experience in a virtual world, with tangible treats shipped right to your door. Explore the virtual campgrounds and earn badges for participating in holiday activities, daily camp events, and DIY crafts. Online from Nov. 12, 2020–Jan. 5, 2021
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4-H Fall Highlights
We love collaborating with Clear Creek Recreation District and their Kidz Korner program! Here's a peek at what we've been up to in our collaboration 4-H Wild Wednesdays!
Kids learn by doing including arts and crafts projects, STEM experiments, along with seasonal activities leading up to Halloween and Thanksgiving!
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Clear Creek County Residents - Stay Informed!
About Red Status:
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