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  1. Market Hog, Lamb, and Goat Registration Due June 5

    May. 29, 2026

    Market hogs, goats, and lambs must submit animal registration by Friday, June 5. This helps to prepare the committee for the weigh-in and tagging process.

    The information you will need:

    Exhibitor Name Parents Name Phone, email, address How many animals are being tagged

    Hogs - go.osu.edu/26hardinhogs

    Goats - go.osu.edu/26hardingoats

  2. Hardin County FCS and 4-H Plan 4-H Sewing Project Workshop Series

    May. 29, 2026

    Youth enrolled in 4-H sewing projects are invited to project workshops hosted by Jami Dellifield and volunteers. They will help you get your project started and through the planning and construction stages of your project.

    Dates: June 1, 8, 22

    Times: 9:30-11:00 a.m.

    RSVPs are required. Please contact Jami with questions and to RSVP by emailing dellifield.2@osu.edu.

    Please bring your project book, pattern, material, notions, thread, and machine.

  3. Ohio State University Extension Family Consumer Sciences to Host Summer Preservation Webinars

    May. 26, 2026

    'Let's Preserve It', this summer's home food preservation webinar series, is set to take place on Tuesdays, starting June 9, from noon to 12:30 p.m. on Zoom.

    The webinars are free, but registration is required by going to go.osu.edu/fpwebinars. Can't be there live? Registration will also give you access to watch the webinar at a more convenient time. 

    Dates:

    June 9- Methods of Preserving

    June 23- Water Bath Canning Basics

    July 7- Pressure Canning Basics

  4. Office Closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25

    May. 22, 2026

    Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25.

    A voicemail can be left at 419-674-2297. Normal office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26 from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

    Enjoy the long weekend and stay safe!

  5. Ohio Farmers Market Network Hosting Design Contest for School-Aged Students

    May. 21, 2026

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  6. Master Gardener Volunteer Program to Host "An Evening Garden Affair" on June 23

    May. 21, 2026

    The Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program in Hardin County will host their annual ‘An Evening Garden Affair’ on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 PM.

    The program will feature an educational presentation about native plants by speaker Chad Carrell of The Native Pathways Nursery and Hancock Park District. Participants will learn what native plants are, why they are important, why they should be planted, and how to incorporate them into their own landscapes.

  7. Master Gardener Volunteer Program to Host Summer Series Starting Tuesday, June 16

    May. 20, 2026

    The OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program will kick off our annual summer workshop series on Tuesday, June 16 at 6:00 p.m. at the Friendship Gardens, located at 960 W. Kohler St. in Kenton.

    The first topic in the series will focus on oak trees and will feature a celebration of America's 250th birthday. The program will feature a dedication of the oak trees planted in the garden and talks will be given by the Division of Forestry and the Master Gardener Volunteer program.

    Refreshments will also be provided.

  8. Summer 2026 Summer Fitness Programs

    May. 19, 2026

    Jami Dellifield, Family and Consumer Sciences educator in Hardin County, will be hosting summer fitness classes throughout the summer, including yoga and Aqua Zumba.

    Please see the flyer below for time and location details and join us for some summer fitness fun!

    For more information, contact Jami at dellifield.2@osu.edu or 419-674-2297.

  9. Ohio 4-H Teens Travel to Greece for Global Leadership and Agriculture Experience

    May. 13, 2026

    COLUMBUS, Ohio — Fifteen Ohio 4-H teens recently traveled to Greece as part of the Ohio 4-H Global Immersion Project, spending much of their experience in Thessaloniki at the American Farm School, a historic educational institution focused on agriculture, experiential learning, and leadership development. From April 20–30, participants engaged in international experiences centered on leadership, agriculture, service, cultural exchange, and global learning.

  10. "Planting with Purpose" Event Scheduled for May 30

    May. 06, 2026

    Join Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District, Hardin County OSU Extension Master Gardeners, and Pheasants Forever on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to noon for "Planting with Purpose"

    $10 registration fee includes a native plant to take home. Additional plants will be available for $5 per plant. A light breakfast and drink will be provided.

    Further information and registration details can be found by visiting the Hardin SWCD Facebook Event page. 

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