Events and Activities : “ASK AN EXPERT” RETURNS TO BENTON COUNTY FAIR

This bench will be raffled at the event to benefit the local 4-H groups

The Benton County Iowa State Extension Office and its 4-H Foundation are pleased to announce the return of "Ask an Expert" at the Benton County Fair. Experts will be available to speak with at the Iowa State Extension booth in the Expo Building on the fairgrounds. Benton County Master Gardeners will also be available at the booth at various times throughout the fair to answer questions.

Wednesday, June 21st

5:00pm-7:00pm Allie Barth, Senior Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist with Pheasants Forever

Thursday, June 22nd

9:00am-11:00am Jean Ohlen, Peer Support Specialist with Wellness Recovery Action Plan

1:00pm-3:00pm Ryan Drollette, Farm Management Specialist with ISU Extension

Friday, June 23rd

9:00am-11:00am Melody Kosobuki, Iowa Associate Program Director with Riverview Center

11:00am-1:00pm Rebecca Vittetoe, Field Agronomist with ISU Extension

1:00pm-3:00pm Cortney Earhart, Prevention Specialist with ASAC

3:00pm -5:00pm Angela Harbour, Prevention Specialist/Outpatient Counselor with ASAC

5:00pm-7:00pm Dave and Mary Paustian, Owners of 42 North Winery

7:00pm-9:00pm Deidra Benser, Comprehensive Services Supervisor with Head Start

Saturday, June 24th

9:00am-11:00am Emily Damro, 4-H Youth Program Specialist with ISU Extension

Additionally, the Benton County 4-H Foundation has a raffle for a hand-crafted tailgate bench. Tickets are 1 for $5.00, 3 for $10.00, or 6 for $20.00 and will be available to purchase at the ISU Extension booth during the fair. All proceeds support local 4-H groups in the county. The drawing for the winner will be held on Sunday, June 25th. You do not need to be present to win.