Michigan State University Extension - Oakland County

09/24/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL SATURDAY: Dirty Work Field Day 🐝🌱

Join us for the “Dirty Work Field Day” focused on managing invasive plants and solving common site challenges in floriculture and greenhouse crop production.

This hands-on field day will provide an opportunity to learn practical strategies for identifying and managing invasive species, addressing site challenges, and improving crop production.

Whether you’re a grower, greenhouse professional, educator, or simply interested in learning more about invasive plant management, this event offers a great opportunity to learn in the field and connect with others in the industry.

Location
Lyon Oaks Event Center and Park
52221 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393

Registration is open now!

Learn more and register: https://pears.io/events/msuext/10252/

Contact Caitlin Splawski, MSU Extension Greenhouse & Floriculture Educator, for more information. [email protected]

09/18/2026

Join Melanie Fuhrmann, Oakland County Consumer Horticulture Educator, to learn all about seed saving at the Ferndale Area District Library!
Sign-Up: https://www.fadl.org/adult-calendar #/events/I7oKhPdUKG/instances/h0wjn0jHMb/

09/18/2026

Join MSU Extension and the Citizens Research Council of Michigan for a FREE educational webinar exploring the two statewide ballot proposals on the 2026 ballot. We'll break down the proposals, review the proposed changes, and discuss key considerations to help voters better understand the issues before heading to the polls.

WHEN: October 14, 11 AM - 12 PM

WHERE: Zoom

https://pears.io/events/msuext/10639/

09/17/2026

09/14/2026

09/10/2026

Looking for free resources to support a healthier community?

MSU Extension has five free online resources designed to help individuals, families and communities build healthier habits and make positive changes.

Explore resources covering:

👥Community health and community change
💰Healthy cooking and saving money
🍅Food budgeting
🏋️‍♀️Physical activity
🥘Nutritious, budget-friendly recipes

Whether you’re looking for practical tips for your family or resources to share with your community, there’s something here for you!

Visit extension.msu.edu to learn more.

09/09/2026

Wits Workout—October 5-December 14, 2026, 1:00-1:30 PM ET

Wits Workout provides activities for older adults to challenge their memory, recall, and problem-solving skills in an online group setting. Sign up once and attend whichever sessions you want.

Registration link: https://pears.io/events/msuext/8480/

09/08/2026