Events
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Aug 13
Michigan Cottage Food Law
August 13, 2026 – December 7, 2026 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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Aug 15
Soil Savvy: Building Better Gardens from the Ground Up
August 15, 2026 10:00AM – 1:00PM Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910, USA
Healthy soil is the foundation of any successful garden. This hands-on workshop is designed to give practical, science-based insights into improving soil structure, boosting fertility, and sustaining vibrant plant life.
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Aug 30
Bee Palooza
August 30, 2026 1:00PM – 4:00PM MSU Horticulture Gardens, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48824
Bee Palooza is a celebration of Michigan pollinators and the promotion of pollinator stewardship.
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Sep 2
Spotted Lanternfly Trap Workshop
September 2, 2026 5:30PM – 6:30PM Intersection of Gullen Mall and W Palmer Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Join a hands-on workshop about the invasive spotted lanternfly and learn how you can help protect Michigan’s trees and landscapes.
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Sep 14
Moving Beyond Cottage Food - September 14. 2026
September 14, 2026 2:00PM – 3:30PM Zoom Webinar
Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.
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Sep 17
Choices for Sustainable Living Fall Book Club Series
September 17, 2026 – November 5, 2026 Thursday evenings, 6-7:30 p.m. ET Zoom
Explore practical strategies for sustainability in this 8-week online series, featuring guided discussions and a free e-book.
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Sep 23
Michigan Cottage Food Law
September 23, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM 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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Sep 26
Seed Saving for Beginners
September 26, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM Belleville Area District Library
Join MSU Extension Educator Lindsey Kerr for a program about saving seeds!
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Oct 15
Michigan Cottage Food Law
October 15, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM 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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Oct 15
Michigan Cottage Food Law
October 15, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM 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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Nov 2
Michigan Cottage Food Law
November 2, 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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Nov 9
Moving Beyond Cottage Food - November 9. 2026
November 9, 2026 6:00PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar
Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.
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Dec 7
Michigan Cottage Food Law
December 7, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM 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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Feb 8
Presentation on supporting and protecting bees and other pollinators at the Meridian Garden Club (Okemos, MI)
February 8, 2027 10:30AM – 11:30AM Meridian Township Municipal Building, 5151 Marsh Road, Okemos MI 48864
Learn how to help bees and other pollinators in Michigan.