Events
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Apr 23
Citizen Planner Livingston County Classroom Program 2026
April 23, 2026 – June 4, 2026 Livingston County Public Safety Complex at 1911 Tooley Rd., Howell, MI 48855
This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
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Apr 29
Spring 2026 Citizen Planner via Zoom
April 29, 2026 – June 3, 2026 Zoom
This 6-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
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May 13
2026 Agritourism Summit
May 13, 2026 – May 14, 2026 Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, MI 49610
Bringing together farmers, entrepreneurs, municipal leaders and rural advocates to cultivate new ideas, share best practices and spark lasting collaborations.
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May 13
Homeownership Education Webinar (MSHDA) - May 13, 2026
May 13, 2026 4:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom
This homeownership seminar from MSU Extension will provide you with valuable information about the home buying process.
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May 14
Fiscally Ready Communities: Nuts and Bolts - Fees, Fines, Purchasing, and Receipting
May 14, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM
This webinar will include a deep dive into best practices related to fees, fines, purchasing, receipting, and more. It will cover what they are, why such policies are necessary, and how to get started on implementation.
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May 15
Financial Disaster Preparedness and Recovery - May 15, 2026
May 15, 2026 9:00AM – 10:00AM Zoom
Facing a disaster is tough, but your finances don't have to be another casualty. This course guides you through proactive steps to protect your assets and streamline recovery.
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May 18
Michigan Cottage Food Law - May 18th, 2 p.m.
May 18, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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May 18
In Two Parts: Roles and Responsibilities of a Planning Commission; and Defensible Planning and Zoning Decisions - Newberry
May 18, 2026 – June 1, 2026 14126 CR 428 Ste A Newberry, MI 49868
This program empowers local officials and staff with information they need to realize plan goals while making defensible decisions.
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May 18
Adulting 101- Cooking with Confidence
May 18, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom webinar
As part of the Michigan 4-H Adulting 101 webinar series, this session will help increase your confidence in the kitchen.
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May 19
The Informed Renter - May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM Online via Zoom
This rental workshop from MSU Extension will equip you with valuable information about the rental process that will help you navigate the technicalities and avoid costly mistakes. Learn your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
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May 19
In Two Parts: Roles and Responsibilities of a Planning Commission; and Defensible Planning and Zoning Decisions - Gwinn
May 19, 2026 – June 2, 2026 165 N Maple St, Gwinn, MI 49841
This program empowers local officials and staff with information they need to realize plan goals while making defensible decisions.
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May 19
Online Extension Extras for Parents: Purpose of Play
May 19, 2026 7:30PM – 9:00PM Online; 7:30-9pm ET
Extension Extras For Parents is a collection of free online weekly parenting workshops that provide guidance for parents as they navigate the challenges, joys, and concerns of parenting.
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May 20
Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities
May 20, 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).
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May 21
2026 MSU Hop Chat Series
May 21, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Online
Michigan State University Extension will be hosting a series of interactive Hop Chat Zoom meetings during the 2026 growing season to allow easy communication between producers and MSU educators and faculty.
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May 21
Homeownership Education Webinar (MSHDA) - May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026 1:00PM – 5:00PM Virtual via Zoom
This homeownership seminar from MSU Extension will provide you with valuable information about the home buying process.
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May 21
2026 May MCP Webinar: The County Planning Commission in Michigan
May 21, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom
This webinar series is designed to offer continuing education for Master Citizen Planners in a convenient online opportunity and is open to all planning and zoning officials.
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May 21
What's New in Cottage Food Webinar: Voluntary Registration Launch, Expanded Sales Options and Limits
May 21, 2026 7:00PM – 8:30PM Webinar
Join businesses around the state for Michigan Cottage Food Law updates and the launch of the Michigan Cottage Food Business Voluntary Registration system. Learn how registration impacts your labeling options and much more.
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May 21
Online Extension Extras for Professionals Third Thursdays: Let's Talk: Parent/Provider Communication
May 21, 2026 7:00PM – 8:30PM Online; 7:00-8:30pm ET
Extension Extras for Professionals is a collection of free online series of childcare workshops that provide guidance for early childhood professionals and caregivers of young children. Trainings are eligible for MIRegistry hours.
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May 22
Online Extension Extras for Professionals Fourth Fridays: Positive Discipline
May 22, 2026 1:00PM – 2:30PM Online; 1:00-2:30pm ET
Extension Extras for Professionals is a collection of free online workshops that provide professional development, guidance, and support for early childhood professionals and caregivers. Trainings are eligible for MIRegistry hours.
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May 24
Oxford Community Memorial Day
May 24, 2026 8:30AM – 12:00PM 2795 Seymour Lake Road Oxford, MI
The memorial event will take place in and around Hana’s Memorial Garden in Seymour Lake Township Park and will highlight how gardens can serve as spaces for connection, healing and growth.