Past Events

  1. Local Foods Week Celebration

    Aug. 08, 2023 6:00pm

    Join OSU Extension - Fairfield County as we pay tribute to local agriculture! Tuesday, August 8 | 6pm | Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 E Fair Ave, Lancaster | Ohio Beef at the Fairgrounds From grilling techniques to tips on using lesser-known cuts of meat, join the OSU Beef Team for a night dedicated to local proteins. A $5 registration fee includes samples and a meat thermometer. Sponsored by The Ohio Beef Council and the Fairfield County Cattlemen’s Association.

  2. Local Foods Week Celebration

    Aug. 07, 2023 6:00pm

    Join OSU Extension - Fairfield County as we pay tribute to local agriculture! Monday, August 7 | 6pm | Clearcreek Country Vineyards, 9214 Westfall Rd, Amanda | Clearcreek Country Vineyards Tour Kick off the week by strolling through Clearcreek Country Vineyards to learn about growing techniques and grape varieties. Enjoy a complimentary cupcake from a local bakery! The tasting room will be open following the tour.

  3. A Matter of Balance

    Aug. 03, 2023 1:00pm to 3:00pm

    Do you find yourself not going out as much because you worry about falling? Join us for this award-winning program! A Matter of Balance will help you:  Overcome the fear of falling Recognize fall risk factors View falls and fear of falling as controllable Engage in a range of motion exercises that increase strength and balance.  When: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and September 7, 14, 21, 2023 Where: Meals on Wheels of Fairfield County, 1515 Cedar Hill Rd, Lancaster, OH 

  4. Christmas in July Vendor Sale

    Jul. 29, 2023 9:00am to 3:00pm

    Get an early start on your Christmas shopping and consider donating a toy to our Firefighters for Kids Toy Drive!  Over 130 vendors in 3 buildings...lunch items, SANTA, crafts for kids, face painting and much, much more!  Sponsored by the Fairfield County 4-H Advisory Committee. 

  5. Let's Preserve Series 2023

    Jul. 20, 2023 6:00pm to 7:00pm

    Are you planning to preserve summer produce?  Join us for any or all of the following preserving programs presented by Shannon Carter, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator and Sandy Bohl, Instructor, with Ohio State University Extension Fairfield County. Classes will be offered in person at both Keller Market House and the Pickerington Library-Sycamore Plaza. There is no cost for attendance, but registration is requested to reserve your space. Pickerington Library-Sycamore Plaza, 7861 Refugee Rd., Pickerington, OH

  6. Let's Preserve Series 2023

    Jul. 18, 2023 6:00pm to 7:00pm

    Are you planning to preserve summer produce?  Join us for any or all of the following preserving programs presented by Shannon Carter, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator and Sandy Bohl, Instructor, with Ohio State University Extension Fairfield County. Classes will be offered in person at both Keller Market House and the Pickerington Library-Sycamore Plaza. There is no cost for attendance, but registration is requested to reserve your space. Keller Market House, 134 S. Columbus St., Lancaster, OH 

  7. Who's Who in Your Backyard Garden - Common Garden Insects

    Jul. 10, 2023 6:00pm to 7:30pm

    Know what to expect in your own backyard gardening with OSU Extension educator for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Carrie Brown. Learn how to identify and manage common garden insects - both the "good guys" and the pests. Please complete registration to secure your seat! Register at: https://pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info/event/8301825

  8. Office Closed

    Jul. 04, 2023 (All day)

    The OSU Extension office in Fairfield County will be closed today in observation of Independence Day. 

  9. Garden Pests with The Ohio State University Extension Office

    Jun. 28, 2023 6:00pm to 7:30pm

    Extension Educator and garden guru Carrie Brown is back to teach us about how to protect our gardens from pests, and which wildlife we might want around. Can you tell the difference between a bad bug and a good bug? Extension Educator and garden guru Carrie Brown will be here to teach us about garden pests and how to keep the critters out of our backyard plots. These talks are always enlightening and feature plenty of Q&A time, so please sign up early and bring your questions with you!

  10. Gluten Free Eating

    Jun. 27, 2023 12:00pm to 1:00pm

    About twenty percent of the U.S. population is looking to reduce or eliminate gluten from their diet. For people who make the decision to eat gluten free as a matter of dietary choice and not a medical necessity, there are many important considerations.  Learn about gluten free shopping, dining, cooking and baking.

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