Valley Grows Calendar
Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact:
• OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
• OSU Trumbull County Extension Office, 520 W. Main St. Suite 1, Cortland. 330-638-6783. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Mahoning County Plant and Pest Clinic
The clinic continues to address questions. Stop by to ask questions 9 a.m. to noon Mondays and Thursdays or drop off samples.
Questions: 330-533-5538
Details: http://go.osu.edu/mahoningclinic
Garden Art Series: Rock Painting
What: Join us for an evening of fun as we paint garden rocks together. The class will include tips and hints to keep your rocks looking vibrant and long lasting. Come with a plan for a set of ten rocks or let your creative side run wild with all the adorable examples provided. All ages and abilities are welcome to paint with us!
When: 6:30 p.m. Sept. 10
Where: Mahoning County Extension, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $25
More Information: https://go.osu.edu/gardenartseries
Speaker Series: Using What You Have Grown
What: Learn how to cook with and preserve your homegrown produce to enjoy year-round.
When: 11 a.m. to noon Sept. 11
Where: Flying High Grow Urban Farm, 100 Broadway, Youngstown.
Cost: Free
More Information: https://go.osu.edu/freegardenspeaker
Hunting Wild Mushrooms in Ohio
What: Join Erika Lyon, OSU Extension educator, to discuss the ecology and identification of fungi along with the basics of hunting wild mushrooms. We will also cover some common fungi found in eastern Ohio.
When: 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17
Where: Mahoning County Extension, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.
Cost: $5 per class or entire series for $30
More Information: https://go.osu.edu/huntingmushrooms
Holborn Herb Growers Guild Tea Party
What: Join us for an afternoon of herbal teas, sweet and savory treats, garden tours, and basket raffles! Guest speaker Alice Crosetto, author of “The Cookie Table, A Steel Valley Tradition,” will share stories and photos of this cherished local tradition. Guests receive a keepsake tea cup and saucer.
When: 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 21
Where: Lariccia Family Community Center, Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road
Cost: $25 per person (limited tickets)
Tickets & Info: Call Bunny at 330-507-8565