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WorkshopsFree
Sheep and Goat Small Group Gathering
When 08/19/2026Length 1 hour, 30 minutesEngage with your local livestock educator at a quarterly gathering where small ruminant producers discuss nutrition, feed labels, and relevant industry topics. -
Workshops$10.00
Twilight Pond Walk
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 2 hoursDesigned for private pond owners and lake community members, this workshop covers pond ecology, water quality, and basic water testing. -
WorkshopsFree
Plants in the Park
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 1 hour, 30 minutesExplore common forest plants on a guided walk with a forestry extension educator. Learn basic identification skills, observe key features, and connect with nature on an easy, scenic trail. -
Workshops$20.00
Gardening with Natives Seminar and Plant Walk
When 08/22/2026Length 4 hoursExplore the benefits of native plants, support biodiversity, and learn to create a thriving, wildlife-friendly home garden through guided walks and expert-led sessions. -
Webinars$10.00
Matrix Planting: A New Garden Aesthetic
When 08/22/2026Length 1 hour, 30 minutesLearn how matrix planting uses layered plant communities to create attractive, ecologically functional gardens with reduced maintenance and year-round interest. -
WorkshopsFree
Native Bees
When 08/22/2026Length 1 hour, 30 minutesNative bees are essential pollinators. Learn how to identify them, understand their needs, and help them thrive in your landscape. -
Workshops$12.00
Smashing Flowers
When 08/22/2026Length 2 hoursTurn fresh flowers into one-of-a-kind bookmarks and cards in this hands-on workshop. Learn flower pounding, simple design techniques, and how plant pigments can be used for natural dyeing. -
Workshops$15.00
Home Food Preservation: Tomatoes and Salsa
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 2 hoursLearn about today's recommended methods for home food preservation during this in-person event while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. -
WorkshopsFree
Nourishing the Neighborhood: Taste the Rainbow of Tomatoes
When 08/24/2026Length 1 hourLearn to grow, harvest, and enjoy tomatoes with expert tips, tastings, and health insights. Includes take-home resources. -
WorkshopsFree
Tap Talks: Wetlands, Water Quality, and Purple Martins
When 08/25/2026Length 1 hour, 30 minutesDiscover how water, native plants, and healthy habitats support Purple Martins, and learn practical ways to protect these remarkable birds through conservation and community action. -
Workshops$25.00
Build Your Bones
When 08/26/2026Length 1.5 hours once a week for 7 weeksJoin us for a 7-week series on preventing osteoporosis and maintaining bone health. Learn from Penn State experts about nutrition, exercises, and medications to stay strong and independent. -
WorkshopsFree
From Seed to Handmade Art: Growing Gourds
When 08/26/2026Length 1 hour, 30 minutesLearn how to grow ornamental gourds successfully, from selecting varieties and starting seeds to pollination, care, and harvesting. -
Workshops$50.00
Landscape Professionals Horticulture School
When 08/27/2026Length 6 hoursHands-on training for landscape professionals on soils, planting, pruning, pest diagnosis, and turfgrass management to improve plant health and landscape success. -
WorkshopsFree
Building Brain-Healthy Habits
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 1 hourJoin us to learn how you can take positive steps to help you live better now and protect your memory and thinking as you get older. -
WorkshopsFree
Pollinator Friendly Gardening: Learn and Explore
When 08/27/2026Length 1 hour, 15 minutesExplore the essentials of pollinator-friendly gardening, tour an educational pollinator garden, and learn how to create and certify your own pollinator habitat with Penn State Extension. -
Workshops$10.00
Landscape 2+2+2
When 08/28/2026Length 3 hoursEarn pesticide recertification credits through focused training on core topics, ornamental pests, invasive plants, and pesticide safety before licenses expire in September. -
Workshops$30.00
Let's Cook with Herbs and Spices
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 2 hoursDiscover new ways to prepare flavorful meals using herbs and spices during this hands-on in-person cooking class. -
Workshops$15.00
Growing and Preserving Apples
When 08/29/2026Length 3 hoursLearn how to grow apples for preserving and safely make applesauce using water bath canning with research-based guidance on food preservation and fruit tree care. -
Workshops$10.00
Matrix Planting: A New Garden Aesthetic
When 08/29/2026Length 1 hour, 30 minutesLearn how matrix planting uses layered plant communities to create attractive, ecologically functional gardens with reduced maintenance and year-round interest. -
Workshops$30.00
Let's Cook Charcuterie Boards
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 2 hoursLearn to make charcuterie boards as a fun addition to any occasion with friends and family! -
Workshops$15.00
From Seed to Handmade Art: Crafting with Gourds
When 08/29/2026Length 2 hoursDiscover the art of gourd crafting through hands-on instruction in preparation, decoration, and finishing techniques to create a polished, decorative gourd. -
Workshops$60.00
LIFT (8 Weeks)
When Multiple Options AvailableGet motivated, energized, and inspired while boosting strength, flexibility, and vitality! LIFT’s group training helps build confidence and improve your body and overall well-being. -
WorkshopsFree
Large Scale Solar in Your Community
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 1 hourExplore trends in large-scale solar development in Pennsylvania. Learn about siting, zoning, legislation, and key considerations for landowners, local officials, and communities. -
Workshops$15.00
Home Food Preservation: Drying
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 2 hoursLearn the basics of drying foods at home, including safe methods, equipment considerations, and practical uses for dehydrated foods. -
WorkshopsFree
Managing Agritourism Risks
When 09/01/2026Length 4 hoursLearn strategies to help farms manage agritourism risks, navigate regulations, resolve disputes, improve accessibility, and use AI effectively in marketing.
Workshops
Join hands-on workshops with Penn State Extension and gain practical skills in agriculture, gardening, food safety, and more. Explore expert-led sessions designed to enhance your knowledge and grow your expertise.