The 2013 Official Open Class Entry Form for State Fair Home and Family Arts is available online for your convenience. This year’s theme is the ‘Year of Popcorn.’ The deadline to enter is July 1st. Late entries will be accepted from July 2-17...
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Carrot Family Look-a-likes
Several calls and e-mails have been received with concerns of the invasive and potentially dangerous weed species giant hogweed. There has been a recent increase in public awareness of this species due to reported sightings, though we have yet to...
Workshop Series Teaches Basics of Grant Writing
A series offered by Purdue University Extension will help those who work for nonprofit organizations and government agencies learn how to prepare grant proposals. The two-day Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing Workshop will take place at the Purdue...
La Porte County Master Gardeners Recognized
La Porte County Master Gardeners held their annual recognition meeting on Thursday, April 4, at Red Mill County Park. After a delicious meal at which members were invited to share their favorite dish, Ranger Ted Winterfeld, Indiana Dunes National...
Got Lawn or Garden Questions? Get Answers from the Garden Hotline
La Porte County Master Gardeners are available to help the public with a wide variety of home gardening questions on their Garden Hotline. The hotline will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. until noon CDT, from April 15...
Growing Stronger Starts April 18th at the Michigan City Senior Center
Purdue Extension’s Growing Stronger is coming to the Michigan City Senior Center. This 8-week fitness program is fun and FREE. Join us for fellowship, healthy snacks, and the opportunity to practice the exercises with Allison Goshorn, Purdue...
Grant Writing Workshop to Be Held
A series offered by Purdue University Extension will help those who work for nonprofit organizations and government agencies learn how to prepare grant proposals. The two-day Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing Workshop will take place at the Purdue...
Two Educational Programs Scheduled for April 9
Dealing with the Loss of a Spouse - We are rarely emotionally or financially prepared for the loss of a spouse or loved one. Adding to the inner turmoil are concerns of financial matters that must be dealt with immediately. Join Annetta Jones, Purdue...
Web Series Will Help Farmers Reach New Markets
Farmers interested in reaching new local food markets but who are unable to attend a daylong workshop can get the same information through an online series. Roy Ballard, Hancock County Extension educator, said the program, MarketReady Indiana -...
Calling All Quilters and Crafters!
Join us for a fun and relaxing retreat that will get your creative juices flowing! Porter County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring the 2013 Quilt/Craft Retreat on January 24-26. We will have demonstrations, door prizes and an optional Riley...