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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.

Plant and Pest Clinic

You can submit your questions by calling the Mahoning County office at 330-533-5538 or emailing us at mahoningclinic@osu.edu. Please attach photos and add any information that would help research your plant and pest questions. The clinic is open April through October, Monday and Thursday 9 a.m. to noon. Walk-ins are welcome.

Morning with the Masters: Oak Tree Hotel

WHAT: Learn how this simple tree supports local wildlife and have fun matching the “guests” who frequent the oak with its “five-star accommodations”. This presentation is great for all ages.

WHEN: 11 a.m. Wednesday

WHERE: Brownlee Woods Library, 4010 Sheridan Road, Youngstown.

HOW MUCH: Free to attend, no registration required.

MORE INFORMATION: Call 330-533-5538

Naturalist Series: Snakes Found in Ohio

WHAT: Ohio is home to a diverse variety of snake species, most of which are nonvenomous and play an important role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. These snakes can be found in a range of habitats, including forests, wetlands, grasslands and even suburban areas. Join us to learn more about these legless reptiles!

WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday

WHERE: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 South Broad St., Canfield.

HOW MUCH: $5 per class or $30 for the entire Naturalist Series

MORE INFORMATION: https://go.osu.edu/snakesinohio

Wednesdays in the Garden

WHAT: Fertilizer 101 — bring your own lawn chair.

WHEN: 6 p.m. June 24

WHERE: OSU Extension-Trumbull, 520 W. Main St., Suite 1, Cortland.

HOW MUCH: Free

Free Garden Speaker Series

WHAT: Healthy soulful gardening

WHEN: 5:30 to 7 p.m. June 25

WHERE: Flying High, 100 Broadway Ave., Youngstown.

MORE INFORMATION: Call 330-533-5538

Jam and Jelly Canning Class

WHAT: Discover the basics of making and safely preserving homemade jams and jellies during a hands-on canning class. This beginner-friendly workshop will teach participants the fundamentals of water bath canning, including proper equipment, food safety practices, and step-by-step techniques for creating delicious homemade preserves.

WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon June 26

WHERE: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 South Broad St., Canfield.

HOW MUCH: $10; preregistration is required.

MORE INFORMATION: Visit go.osu.edu/canningclass, contact OSU Extension-Mahoning at 330-533-5538 or email duncan.920@osu.edu.

Pressure Canner Gauge Testing

WHAT: This service allows home canners to have their pressure canner dial gauges tested for accuracy. USDA recommends annual gauge testing to ensure safe food preservation practices, as inaccurate gauges can result in under- or over-processing of foods.

WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m. June 26

WHERE: OSU Extension-Mahoning, 490 South Broad St., Canfield.

HOW MUCH: Free

MORE INFORMATION: Contact OSU Extension-Mahoning at 330-533-5538 or email duncan.920@osu.edu.

Starting at $3.85/week.

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