MSU Extension Otsego County, MI

10/20/2026

🎃 Wondering what to do with all of your pumpkins? Pumpkins are more than just decorations. Join the free Preserving MI Harvest webinar on October 29th to explore the many ways to preserve pumpkin. 🎃

Thursday, Oct. 29th – 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.
Preserving with Pumpkins

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/food_preservation/events

More fun webinars to come in November such as Holiday Baking and Gifts for the Home Preserver!

10/19/2026

A couple of fun food safety webinars are coming up!

Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions. These free online sessions are on Mondays at 12pm.

Oct. 26, 2026 - Butter Up! Creating Sweet Fruit Spreads
Fruit butters add rich flavor and natural sweetness to a wide variety of dishes! Join us to learn how to make and safely preserve these delicious, smooth spreads at home.

To learn more and to register, visit: www.canr.msu.edu/events/serving-up-food-safety2026

Next month's topic: Nov. 2, 2026 - Shipping Food Gifts

10/19/2026

The Otsego County MSU Extension office is closed this week while we attend a professional development training. Staff will be checking email when we can, but responses may be delayed. Thank you for understanding!

10/15/2026

The Informed Renter - free online webinar - October 29, 2026 - 12pm-1pm

This workshop will equip you with valuable information about the rental process that will help you navigate the technicalities and avoid costly mistakes. Learn your rights and responsibilities
as a tenant.

To register go to www.mimoneyhealth.org

10/14/2026

Exploring Parenting Styles

Have you ever noticed yourself saying something to your children that your parent said to you? Or have you ever wondered how to guide and support your children effectively, while still preparing them for independence? In this workshop we will explore and reflect on our parenting styles, how they have developed, the benefits and drawbacks of each kind of parenting style, and how to find a balance that best supports a strong family for you.

Extension Extras For Parents is a free online series of parenting
workshops that provides guidance for parents of young children as they navigate the joys, challenges and concerns of parenting.

To register: https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lFnjs5SPRiS2knx45I4ePQ

10/14/2026

Selling Michigan Honey & Maple Syrup Safely - next webinar is on October 26, 2026 at 2pm.

Food safety is key to successfully selling honey and maple syrup in Michigan. Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan.

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development allows for collection and production of honey and maple syrup that can be sold without a license, and there is an expectation that this is done safely.

Personal hygiene, food safe containers, storage, cleaning and sanitizing methods, and MDARD’s exemption guidelines are topics covered on this workshop.

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/cottage_food_law/events

10/14/2026

Living Well with Diabetes—November 3-24, 2026, 12:00-1:00 PM ET

Join us as we discuss ways to be a good self-manager when with you have diabetes. Topics include a diabetes overview, healthy eating, physical activity, and self-management tools. This is the first in a four-part series. Register once and attend the sessions of your choice.

Registration link: https://pears.io/events/msuext/10062/

10/14/2026

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🍎🍎Join us Thursday at 1pm or 6 pm for Preserving Apples 🍎🍎
What can you do with an abundance of apples? Let's explore ways to freeze, can, and dry apples during Michigan's apple season.

To learn more and to register visit: https://pears.io/events/msuext/8044/

10/13/2026

Tips to Build and Protect Your Credit - free online webinar - October 28, 2026 - 11am - 12pm

Do you have questions about credit? Are you trying to improve your credit score? This webinar will address credit myths, explain the importance of credit reports, demystify credit scores and provide strategies to build and protect your credit.

To register go to www.mimoneyhealth.org

10/13/2026

Are you wondering what's on the ballot in Michigan this November? Join MSU Extension and the Citizens Research Council for a FREE educational webinar exploring the two statewide ballot proposals on the 2026 ballot.

⭐ Wednesday, October 14th at 11am (tomorrow!) 😀

⭐ Register for the free online webinar here: https://pears.io/events/msuext/10639/