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Building a Dry Garden Bed

by Pat Williams
September 2, 2020

Ask Master Gardener Volunteer Michele Hackmeyer In a previous blog, I described plants to consider using in a dry garden bed. Now I will describe what it takes to create the bed. Doing something like this is definitely a winter ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Lawn, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Agriculture, Environment, Environmentally Friendly, Florida, Florida Panhandle, Garden, Gardening In The Panhandle, General Information, Growing, Horticulture, Landscape, Living Well In The Panhandle, Master Gardener, Master Gardeners, Panhandle, Panhandle Agriculture, Panhandle Gardening, Panhandle Outdoors, Panhandle-livingwell, Plants, Wakulla, Wakulla Agriculture, Wakulla County, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension

Spend Smarter This Holiday Season

by Samantha Kennedy
November 18, 2017

It’s that time again – the most wonderful time of the year! For many of us, though, it can be a time of stress, frustration, and financial uncertainty as we drive ourselves past our limits to try to make everyone happy and everything ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Holiday Spending, Holidays, Money Management, October-December 2017, Panhandle-livingwell, Smart Spending

Selecting and Cooking the Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey

by Samantha Kennedy
October 26, 2017

According to the National Turkey Federation, 88% of American families eat turkey on Thanksgiving. That’s over 46 million turkeys! Served as the main dish, it is complemented by a variety of sweet and savory side dishes, many of which are ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Cooking, Cooking A Turkey, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Holidays, Nutrition, October-December 2017, Panhandle-livingwell, Thanksgiving, Turkey

Spice Things Up With Alternative Seasonings

by Samantha Kennedy
October 24, 2017

With today’s continued focus on healthy eating and the dangers of high blood pressure, seasoning and cooking with salt has decreased. Alternative seasonings such as herbs and spices are excellent additions to any dish without the dreaded ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Northwest, Panhandle-livingwell, Seasonings, Spices

Seven Tips for a Healthy School Lunch

by Kendra Zamojski
October 24, 2017

Now that school is back in session, are your struggling to find healthy and safe lunches to pack? Do you cringe with every peanut butter and jelly sandwich you make? If you are like me, finding healthy lunch time meals that are packed with ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Lunch, Northwest, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell

Spice Things Up with Alternative Seasonings

by Samantha Kennedy
August 24, 2017

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Food Preparation, Health And Wellness, Healthy Eating, Herbs, July-September 2017, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell

The Wonders of Watermelon

by Samantha Kennedy
August 5, 2017

Oh, watermelon. How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Watermelon is the perfect warm weather treat and a summer holiday essential. It’s a sweet, light, and delicious snack and its versatility lends itself to a wide variety of beverages, ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Fruits, Health And Wellness, July-September 2017, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell, Vegetables

Food Safety Tips for the Perfect Summer Picnic

by Samantha Kennedy
June 27, 2017

There are few things more iconic during summer than a picnic. There’s just something fresh and fun about sharing a meal in the park or at the beach with family and friends. But just because you’re enjoying the warm, gentle breeze doesn’t ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Food Safety, July-September 2017, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell, Picnics

Summer’s Harvest Brings Healthy Benefits

by Samantha Kennedy
May 27, 2017

North Florida’s beautiful spring weather means we get to enjoy a variety of delicious, locally-grown fruits and veggies during the summer months. Produce such as bell peppers, squash, tomatoes, greens, corn, cucumbers, okra, peas, eggplant, ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: April-June 2017, Family Nutrition And Health, Fruits, Health And Wellness, Nutrition, Panhandle-livingwell, Vegetables

Putting the WOW in Halloween

by sswenson
September 25, 2016

Would you agree that kids get plenty of candy while trick or treating? Wouldn’t it be fun this year to focus on Halloween fun instead? Here are some ideas for parents, grandparents, adopted grandparents, teachers and neighbors to enjoy a Halloween ... READ MORE

Category: WORK & LIFE
Tags: Family Nutrition And Health, Holidays, Nutrition, October-December 2016, Panhandle-livingwell

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