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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.
Plant and Pest Clinic
You can submit your questions by calling the Mahoning County 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. The clinic is open April through October, Monday and Thursday 9 a.m. to noon. Walk-ins are welcome.
Morning with the Masters: Vanilla
WHAT: Every home has it in the kitchen.
Everyone has tasted its wonderful flavor. But did you know vanilla is an orchid? Or that it is the only flavoring regulated by our government?
Come and enjoy the rich history of vanilla and learn how to choose the best kinds of this yummy flavor.
The presenter is Stephanie Hughes, Master Gardener volunteer.
WHEN: 11 a.m. Wednesday
WHERE: East branch library, 430 Early Road, Youngstown
HOW MUCH: Free
REGISTRATION: Not required. For more information, call the OSU Mahoning County Extension office at 330-533-5538.
Naturalist Series: Furbearers of Ohio
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.
Join Monika Bowman, wildlife communications specialist, and State Wildlife Officer Tom Frank with the Ohio Division of Wildlife to explore furbearers of Ohio.
We will delve into identification, wildlife history, population monitoring and the laws surrounding hunting, trapping and human-wildlife conflicts.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday
WHERE: Mahoning County OSU Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield
HOW MUCH: $5 per class (credit cards now accepted)
REGISTRATION: Call 330-533-5538
Wednesdays in the Garden
WHAT: Join the Trumbull County Master Gardener Volunteers for their Wednesday in the Garden program "Black Walnuts." Guests can bring their own lawn chair and join OSU Extension in the garden behind the Trumbull County Agriculture and Family Education Center.
WHEN: 6 p.m. Wednesday
WHERE: Trumbull County OSU Extension Office, 520 W. Main St., Cortland
HOW MUCH: Free
REGISTRATION: Not required
Volunteer Open House
WHAT: The Trumbull County Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting an open house where interested gardeners can learn more about the Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) program and how to get involved. This is a great opportunity to meet volunteers and OSU Extension staff, learn about the program, explore volunteer opportunities and determine whether the MGV program is the right fit for you. Master Gardener Volunteers support the community through educational programs and events, the horticulture help desk, the Research, Education and Demonstration Garden, and other outreach and volunteer opportunities throughout the county.
WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 28
WHERE: Trumbull County OSU Extension Office, 520 W. Main St., Cortland
HOW MUCH: Free
REGISTRATION: Not required
Master Gardener Volunteer training
WHAT: Gardeners accepted into the program receive 50 hours of training in vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, soil, insects, diseases and more.
Once they become certified Master Gardener Volunteers, they will be given the opportunity to share their gardening knowledge with others by answering questions, collaborating on service projects and presenting programs.
Classes are offered as a hybrid program, requiring both online and in-person training sessions.
WHEN: Applications will be accepted now through Dec. 4, with classes scheduled to begin in January.
WHERE: Trumbull County OSU Extension Office, 520 W. Main St., Cortland
HOW MUCH: Free
MORE INFORMATION: Visit the website at https://go.osu.edu/mgv2027 or contact Noelle Zamary at Zamary.13@osu.edu.