Events

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.