Valley Grows calendar
Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact:
OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
OSU Trumbull County Extension Office, 520 W. Main St. Suite 1, Cortland. 330-638-6783. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
OSU Extension,
Plant and Pest Clinic
The clinic continues to address questions throughout the slower winter season as needed. You can submit your questions by calling the office at 330-533-5538 or emailing us at mahoningclinic@osu.edu. Please attach photos and add any information that would help research your questions.
Med Instead of meds:
Swap out your fats
What: Ohio State University Extension is launching a monthly virtual education series designed to help participants adopt the Mediterranean way of eating through simple, practical and delicious lifestyle steps. The Med Instead of Meds program will guide attendees through seven approachable strategies to “Go Med,” emphasizing great taste, everyday life hacks and healthy recipe ideas.
When: noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday
Where: Virtual
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
How to start your
plants from seeds
What: Learn the most up-to-date information available to successfully start plants from seeds. Starting plants from seeds can save you money and increase the variety of plants available for your gardens, especially those hard-to-find natives needed for our pollinators. Speakers: Peg Zeleznik, Master Gardener volunteer, and Kristen Eisenhauer, 4-H and agriculture and natural resources educator
When: 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning,
490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $10, which includes speakers, demonstrations, handouts and seeds to take home.
More information: Call 330-533-5538
The Agriseries: Farm
Succession Planning
What: Join OSU Extension Mahoning County, the Mahoning County Farm Bureau and the Mahoning County Soil & Water Conservation District for the 2026 Winter Agriculture Series.This series will feature speakers on key agricultural topics on select Thursdays.
When: 6 p.m. Thursday
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield
Cost: $5
Soils, the Foundations
of Good Gardening
What: Learn what makes a good soil and how to test and amend it to improve plant health and create a sustainable, enjoyable landscape for years to come.
When: 11 a.m. March 4
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, Newport Branch
Cost: Free
Valley Grows calendar
Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact:
• OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
• OSU Trumbull County Extension Office, 520 W. Main St. Suite 1, Cortland. 330-638-6783. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Mahoning County Plant and Pest Clinic
The clinic continues to address questions throughout the slower winter season as needed. You can submit your questions by calling the office at 330-533-5538 or emailing us at mahoningclinic@osu.edu. Please attach photos and add any information that would help research your plant and pest questions.
How to Start Plants from Seeds
What: Join our Master Gardener Volunteers to discuss the most up-to-date information available to help you successfully start your plants from seed.
When: 11 a.m. Wednesday
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County main branch, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Naturalist Series: Iron Ore in the Valley
What: The Naturalist Series invites subject matter experts to share their knowledge and research regarding different aspects of nature. Topics range from animals, plants, insects, and more. The speaker will be Diana Alexander, geologist and Mill Creek MetroParks educator.
When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5 per class or $30 for the series
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Basic Bread Making Class is Friday
What: Learn the basics of making delicious homemade yeast bread in this fun, beginner-friendly class! No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and we’ll walk you through every step.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Friday
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Med Instead of Meds: Swap your fats
What: Ohio State University Extension is launching a monthly virtual education series designed to help participants adopt the Mediterranean way of eating through simple, practical and delicious lifestyle steps.
The Med Instead of Meds program will guide attendees through seven approachable strategies to “Go Med,” emphasizing great taste, everyday life hacks and healthy recipe ideas.
When: Noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 24
Where: Virtual
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
How to start your plants from seeds
What: Join us to learn the most up-to-date information available to help you successfully start your plants from seeds.
Starting plants from seeds can save you money and increase the variety of plants available for your gardens, especially those hard-to-find natives needed for our pollinators.
Speakers: Peg Zeleznik, Master Gardener Volunteer, and Kristen Eisenhauer, 4-H and Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator
When: 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 25
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $10, which includes speakers, demonstrations, handouts and seeds to take home.
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Soils, the Foundations of Gardening
What: Learn what makes a good soil and how to test & amend it to improve plant health and create a sustainable, enjoyable landscape for years to come.
When: 11 a.m. March 4
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, Newport Branch, 3730 Market St., Youngstown
Cost: Free
More information: 330-533-5538
Valley Grows calendar
Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact:
• OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
• OSU Trumbull County Extension Office, 520 W. Main St. Suite 1, Cortland. 330-638-6783. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
OSU Extension, Mahoning Plant and Pest Clinic
The clinic continues to address questions throughout the slower winter season as needed. You can submit your questions by calling the office at 330-533-5538 or emailing us at mahoningclinic@osu.edu. Please attach photos and add any information that would help research your plant and pest questions.
Heart Smart Chocolate Workshop
What: Join us for a Heart Smart Chocolate Workshop and enjoy a fun (and delicious!) deep dive into how cacao can support heart health. You’ll learn tips and tricks for working with cocoa and chocolate in healthier ways — and yes, there will be taste testing.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 13
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $10
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Morning with the Masters: Start Plants from Seeds
What: Join our Master Gardener Volunteers to discuss the most up-to-date information available to help you successfully start your plants from seed.
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 18
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County main branch, 305 Wick Ave., Youngstown
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Series: Iron Ore in the Valley
What: The Naturalist Series invites subject matter experts to share their knowledge and research regarding different aspects of nature. Topics range from animals, plants, insects, and more. The speaker will be Diana Alexander, geologist and Mill Creek MetroParks educator.
When: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5 per class or $30 for the series
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Basic Bread Making Class
What: Learn the basics of making delicious homemade yeast bread in this fun, beginner-friendly class! No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and we’ll walk you through every step.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 20
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Med Instead of Meds Series: Swap your fats
What: Ohio State University Extension is launching a monthly virtual education series designed to help participants adopt the Mediterranean way of eating through simple, practical and delicious lifestyle steps. The Med Instead of Meds program will guide attendees through seven approachable strategies to “Go Med,” emphasizing great taste, life hacks and healthy recipe ideas.
When: noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 24
Where: Virtual
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
How to start your plants from seeds
What: Join us to learn the most up-to-date information available to help you successfully start your plants from seeds. Starting plants from seeds can save you money and increase the variety of plants available for your gardens, especially those hard-to-find natives needed for our pollinators. Speakers: Peg Zeleznik, Master Gardener Volunteer, and Kristen Eisenhauer, 4-H and Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator
When: 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 25
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $10, which includes speakers, demonstrations, handouts and seeds.
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Soils are the Foundations of Gardening
What: Learn what makes a good soil and how to test & amend it to improve plant health and create a sustainable, enjoyable landscape for years to come.
When: 11 a.m. March 4
Where: Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, Newport Branch, 3730 Market St., Youngstown
Cost: Free
More information: 330-533-5538
Valley Grows calendar
Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact:
• OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
• OSU Trumbull County Extension Office, 520 W. Main St. Suite 1, Cortland. 330-638-6783. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
OSU Extension, Mahoning County Plant and Pest Clinic
The clinic continues to address questions throughout the slower winter season as needed. You can submit your questions by calling the office at 330-533-5538 or emailing us at mahoningclinic@osu.edu. Please attach photos and add any information that would help research your plant and pest questions.
Declutter, Distribute and Destress
What: This class offers practical tools for decluttering items, including those tied to emotional memories.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Friday
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Heart Smart Chocolate Workshop
What: Join us for a Heart Smart Chocolate Workshop and enjoy a fun (and delicious!) deep dive into how cacao can support heart health. You’ll learn tips and tricks for working with cocoa and chocolate in healthier ways — and yes, there will be taste testing.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 13
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $10
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Series — From Bedrock to Blast Furnaces: Iron Ore in the Valley
What: The Naturalist Series invites subject matter experts to share their knowledge and research regarding different aspects of nature. Topics range from animals, plants, insects, and more. The speaker will be Diana Alexander, geologist and Mill Creek MetroParks educator.
When: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5 per class or $30 for the series
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Basic Bread Making Class
What: Learn the basics of making delicious homemade yeast bread in this fun, beginner-friendly class! No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and we’ll walk you through every step.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 20
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5
More information: Call 330-533-5538
Med Instead of Meds Virtual Series: Swap your fats
What: Ohio State University Extension is launching a monthly virtual education series designed to help participants adopt the Mediterranean way of eating through simple, practical and delicious lifestyle steps. The Med Instead of Meds program will guide attendees through seven approachable strategies to “Go Med,” emphasizing great taste, everyday life hacks and healthy recipe ideas.
When: noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 24
Where: Virtual
Cost: Free
More information: Call 330-533-5538
How to start your plants from seeds
What: Join us to learn the most up-to-date information available to help you successfully start your plants from seeds. Starting plants from seeds can save you money and increase the variety of plants available for your gardens, especially those hard-to-find natives needed for our pollinators. Speakers: Peg Zeleznik, Master Gardener Volunteer, and Kristen Eisenhauer, 4-H and Agriculture & Natural Resources Educator
When: 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 25
Where: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $10, which includes speakers, demonstrations, handouts and seeds to take home.
More information: Call 330-533-5538