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Dec. 01, 2025
Federal funding for SNAP-Ed ended Sept 30, 2025. In Ohio, SNAP-Ed programming continued through Nov. 12. Contact your local Extension office to find out what similar programs might be available in your area. You can also visit celebrateyourplate.org for recipes and other online tools.
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Jan. 02, 2026
Join us to learn management and marketing strategies to help you improve cull cow condition, reduce discounts, and maximize the value of your herd's cull animals. Registration is required for the FREE event. Please call 330-674-3015 to register.
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Dec. 03, 2025
Start a New 4-H Club in 2026!
Have you ever thought about starting your own 4-H club? With the New Year right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start something new!
Holmes County 4-H is growing, and we are looking for dedicated volunteers, current or brand new, who are eager to support youth, have time to give, and are willing to be trained. Starting a club is a rewarding way to make a lasting impact while helping young people build leadership, friendship, and lifeskills to last a lifetime.
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Dec. 02, 2025
The Ohio State University will be closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1 for the holidays and its winter academic recess. All state and county Extension offices will be closed during this time. We look forward to connecting with you after the new year.
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Nov. 19, 2025
From field dressing to meat preparation, this hands-on program will guide participants through the complete process of harvesting and preparing venison.
The program will feature a wildlife update, hunting tips, and appropriate tools/equipment. Participants can choose to attend one or both sessions from the schedule below:
9 to 11 a.m. - Field Dressing
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Quartering and Meat Preparation
Please register for this FREE event by calling OSU Extension, Holmes County at 330-674-3015.
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Nov. 17, 2025
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month!
According to the Ohio Department of Health, nearly 1 million (13.2%) Ohio adults have been diagnosed with diabetes.
Join Ohio State University Extension’s Diabetes Team for a free series of 30-minute webinars each Friday in November — all live online!
Webinar Schedule:
Healthy Holiday Foods — November 3 | Noon–12:30 p.m.
Intuitive Eating — November 10 | Noon–12:30 p.m.
Foot Health and Diabetes — November 17 | Noon–12:30 p.m.
Sleep and Diabetes — November 24 | Noon–12:30 p.m.
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Oct. 03, 2025
Cooking with Kate: Holiday Eats & Treats
Join Kate Shumaker, OSU Extension Educator and Registered Dietitian, for a fun and festive cooking class filled with holiday kitchen inspiration!
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Sep. 18, 2025
Person in Charge Certification training will be held October 1.
The Person in Charge (PIC) Certification is a one-day food safety training which meets Ohio Department of Health training requirements for food service employees as well as those opening an establishment for the first time.
New Curriculum Developed by OSU Extension! The PIC program enhances employee understanding of major food safety principles. This interactive program includes several hands-on activities, handouts and a certificate of completion.
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Aug. 18, 2025
Pre-sale tickets $10 each for sale at local county Extension offices! fsr.osu.edu/home
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Aug. 18, 2025
Dining with Diabetes is a cooking school and nutrition education program designed for people with diabetes and their family members and caregivers. Join us! September 15, 18, 22, & 25 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Walanut Hills Retirement Community.
