MOTOR MILL HISTORIC SITE

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Help Wanted

Emanuel Office Secretary

Send resume by August 6, 2010 to:
Emanuel Lutheran Church
Attn Executive Committee
PO Box 236
Strawberry Point IA 52076

 BUTTERFLY GARDEN
PARTY JULY 28

  You are invited to come and enjoy our annual Butterfly Garden Party, which will be held Wednesday evening, July 28, from 5-7 p.m.  Roger

Halvorson from Eagle’s Landing Winery and Bed  & Breakfast at Marquette, Iowa will be present with a varied selection of wines to sample, taste, and buy if people are interested. There is no charge for this event.  Every one is invited to attend and enjoy a feast of the senses. The colors and fragrances in the garden and the overall beauty is wonderful and FREE to enjoy strolling through the garden, or sitting in the gazebo and exchanging stress for serenity. What a win-win situation.

   The Clayton County Artists will be present this year again with a display of their wonderful talents. This is a terrific opportunity to enjoy first hand the talents of people who quietly work a beauty with a perception that is unique to each individual.

   There will be a light buffet of cheese, crackers, brownie bites, and beverage. Everyone is invited to attend. The Butterfly Garden is on the south side of the Lutheran Home and was started by Dr. Margaret Murley, a former resident of the Lutheran Home. Dedicated gardeners, Betty Sutton, Dorthy Lucas, Vicki Zietlow and other volunteers, lovingly tend the garden.                      

 TURKEY RIVER CANOE TRIP

The Motor Mill Foundation and Osborne Nature Center are hosting a canoe float down the Turkey River on August 7^th at 9am until noon.  The float will start in Elkader and end with a tour at Motor Mill.  Come take a scenic journey and learn about the natural wonders of the Turkey River.  The journey is free of cost and all gear is provided.  There is limited space available and reservations are required.  Personal canoes and kayaks are also welcome.  Make your reservation today by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center located on Highway 13, five miles south of Elkader.

MINUTES OF THE JULY MEETING OF THE STARMONT BOARD OF EDUCATION JULY 12, 2010 
July 13th                                                 Read More

Ash Borer Update

     As you probably know, the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been found in Iowa. The infestation was found in Allamakee County near the Mississippi river. The purple “prism” traps have been put in ash trees at various locations and will be inspected through the summer to monitor the spread of the EAB.

     Since the main threat of spreading this insect comes from moving firewood, don’t move firewood from one location to another. Killing all the ash trees in your neighborhood is a steep price to pay for saving a few dollars worth of firewood. 

     Just because an ash tree shows dieback of the crown, shoots growing from the base or trunk of the tree, bark splitting or increased woodpecker damage, doesn’t mean that it has an EAB infestation. There are other ash problems that will cause similar problems

     This is especially true in areas where the EAB have been recently detected. It can take several years for damage to appear after the insect first enters the tree. Monitor the health of your trees; stressed trees are attacked first. Researchers purposely injure occasional ash trees to attract the beetle to these “sentinel” tree. At this point, treating ash trees with an insecticide will do little if any good. Treatment should not be considered until there is a confirmed outbreak within 15 miles of your location.

     There are several treatment options available for control of this insect. Research continues for the best option, but so far control has been variable, especially on larger trees. The most effective products available right now need to be applied by a commercial pesticide applicator, but “homeowner” products are also available. Eventually, EAB will be in all of Iowa. If you have a high-value tree on your property and you want to cover your ash, go to the ISU Extension website at www.extension.iastate.edu and look for  PM 2084, Emerald Ash Borer Management Options.
Posted July 13th

NOTICE OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE AURORA CITY COUNCIL

Older, Wiser, Livelier, Souls
Algific Slopes and Ice Caves

Thursday, July 15^th
Shuttle leaves at 10:30
Reservations Required

 Come join another of Osborne’s Older, Wiser, Livelier, Souls programs on Thursday, July 15^th.  Keeping with this year’s theme “Rediscovering Northeast Iowa Treasures”, this month’s program will be a visit to some of Iowa’s rarest environments, the Algific Slope.

 We will be visiting different sites in our area to discover the magic of these beautiful and intriguing Iowa wonders.  These cold air slopes are known for their threatened and endangered plants and animals, rugged beauty, and rare ecosystems more like ice age remnants or places much further north.  The last stop will be Bixby State Preserve where we will cross a stream to view the Ice Cave there.  Participants will need old tennis shoes or water shoes for crossing the small shallow stream to experience this spectacular spot. 

Participants will ride a shuttle to each location from Osborne Park.  As in the past, an optional lunch will follow the tour.

 Participants should meet at Osborne Park at 10:30 to ride the Shuttle.  The Program is $1.00 and lunch is $6.00, reservations are required at 245-1516.  
July 13th

 Annual Arlington Days Celebration 
July 9th, 10th, and 11th. 

On Friday Evening,
The Fantasy Truck Pullers Association
will hold a truck pull followed by a dance. 

Saturday Activities 
Parade at noon,
Outhouse Races, Bean Bag Tournament,
Horseshoe Tournament, kids games, car cruise,
food stand, and beer tent. 

Saturday Evening
The band Lockren will perform and
 fireworks show at dusk. 


Please call 563-920-4218 for more details.