Events

  • Oct 6

    Governing Essentials: Ethical Public Service (October 2026)

    October 6, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session explores the principles of ethical public service, emphasizing transparency and accountability in governance.

  • Oct 6

    2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop Brooklyn

    October 6, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Wellwise Services Area Agency on Aging, 107 Chicago St., Brooklyn

    Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.

  • Oct 6

    Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities

    October 6, 2026 6:30PM – 8:00PM Zoom

    This 90-minute program will explore trends and policy tools for communities to consider related to short-term rentals (STRs).

  • Oct 7

    County Commissioner Midterm Essentials - East Lansing

    October 7, 2026 10:00AM – 3:00PM MSU Federal Credit Union, 3777 West Road, East Lansing, MI 48823

    A one‑day learning experience for county officials focused on fiscal outlooks, collaboration practices, and effective governance, providing practical insights, networking opportunities, and space to learn from peers to strengthen county leadership.

  • Oct 7

    PEARS Deeper Dive - Quarterly Efforts - October

    October 7, 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom

    This PEARS Deeper Dive should be attended after you attend the PEARS Crash Course. During this deeper dive, you will learn how to enter a Quarterly Effort report. We will discuss how to answer each question in Quarterly Efforts.

  • Oct 7

    Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol

    October 7, 2026 11:00AM – 1:00PM Heritage Hall - Capitol Visitor's Center, 323 W. Ottawa St., Lansing, MI 48933

    Education and awareness event to elevate knowledge of Michigan 4-H and to share the impact of its programming across Michigan.

  • Oct 7

    MSU Extension Adulting 101-Mental Health Toolkit: Everyday Skills and Resources to Help Care for Your Mental Health

    October 7, 2026 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom

    This session will equip participants with practical tools to support their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Learn ways to practice mental health supporting habits and explore resources to care for their mental health.

  • Oct 8

    Preserving MI Harvest-Oh Deer, Preserving Venison

    October 8, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar

    Preserving venison must be done using a pressure canner. Learn how to safely can, freeze and dehydrate venison and where to find research-based recipes.

  • Oct 9

    Night Hikes on the Farm: Folklore Nights

    October 9, 2026 6:00PM – 7:30PM MSU Tollgate Farm & Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

    Night plays a large role in traditional folklore. Our trek around Tollgate will give us the opportunity to talk about myths, legends, and spirits of the night. Come if you dare!

  • Oct 13

    ServSafe Manager Training & Certification Examination - Isabella County Oct 13, 2026

    October 13, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College, 5805 E. Pickard St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

    MSU Extension offers ServSafe® Manager training course and certification exam. This class is designed for anyone working in the food service industry, including non-profit organizations.