FCS June/July Newsletter 2024
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The June/July Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) newsletter from the McLean County Cooperative Extension covers various community activities, health tips, and upcoming events.
### Key Highlights:
1. **Community Events:**
- **Cooking with the Calendar**: July 2nd at 10:30 AM.
- **CPR Training**: July 17th at 5:30 PM, with registration by July 12th.
- **Fair Open Home Viewing**: July 11th-13th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
- **Fun Run for Freedom**: June 29th, sign-in at 6:30 PM, start at 7:00 PM for various categories.
2. **Fair Participation:**
- Encouragement to submit entries for the McLean County Fair by July 10th.
- Details on fair project drop-off and pick-up times for 4-H and Homemakers.
3. **Health and Safety Tips:**
- **Sun Safety**: Six tips include using sunscreen, avoiding peak sun hours, finding shade, wearing appropriate clothing, hats, and sunglasses.
- **988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline**: Information about the service and how it compares to 911, emphasizing mental health crisis support.
4. **Recipes and Nutrition:**
- Recipe for Fruited Coleslaw, including nutrition facts and cost per serving.
5. **General Information:**
- Ongoing canning season with free pressure canner testing.
- Benefits of spending time outdoors during the summer for physical and mental health.
6. **Contact and Registration:**
- Various events require pre-registration, and contact details are provided for more information.
