Antrim County MSU Extension

10/16/2026

These free online workshops provide professional development training hours for early childhood professionals. These classes are eligible for MIRegistry Credit!

"How Children Develop"
• Class Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
• Class Time: 1:00PM to 2:30PM
• Registration: https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SzbuvByZSUiHi0uuzEycGw
For more information, contact: Courtney Aldrich, [email protected]

10/15/2026

Safe Food = Healthy Kids (Online, Free Session)

"Safe Food = Healthy Kids" is an interactive workshop designed for childcare providers. Learn what the best practices are for food safety to help keep kids safe.

· Oct. 27, 6 p.m. EDT

· Nov. 16 & 17 (2 part class) 1 p.m. EST

· Dec. 7, 6 p.m. EST

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/safe_food_healthy_kids/

10/14/2026

Michigan State University Extension is your resource for food safety education. MSUE helps people improve their lives by bringing the vast knowledge and resources of MSU directly to individuals, communities, and businesses. The Food Safety Team will be hosting live online webinars and in-person classes.

To learn more and to register, visit: www.canr.msu.edu/events/serving-up-food-safety2026

10/14/2026

Cafecito con Pan: The Importance of Latino Participation in the Democratic Process

Join us for a community conversation featuring Oscar Castañeda, MI Poder Lansing Regional Coordinator. Together, we'll explore the importance of Latino civic engagement, community participation, and the role our voices play in strengthening democracy. Bring your questions, experiences, and perspectives as we learn from one another in a welcoming space for dialogue and connection.

Thursday, October 29, 2026
6:00 p.m. ET
Language: Spanish
(Introductory slides and resources will be available in both English and Spanish).
Zoom: https://msu.zoom.us/j/96337262938
Guest Speaker: Oscar Castañeda, MI Poder Lansing Regional Coordinator

Grab your cafecito and join us as we connect, learn, and grow together!

10/13/2026

Selling Michigan Honey & Maple Syrup Safely

Food safety is key to successfully selling honey and maple syrup in Michigan. Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development allows for collection and production of honey and maple syrup that can be sold without a license, and there is an expectation that this is done safely. Personal hygiene, food safe containers, storage, cleaning and sanitizing methods, and MDARD’s exemption guidelines are topics covered on this workshop.

· Oct. 26, 2 p.m. EDT

· Nov. 11, 12 p.m. EDT

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/cottage_food_law/events

10/12/2026

"Mindfulness Pebbles: Principles and Practice" is a six-lesson series that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices. We explore each principle and practice as a "mindfulness pebble," a small, intentional drop of awareness that can create meaningful ripples throughout daily life. Each session includes guided exercises, such as mindful breathing, visualization, body scan, thought and emotion practices, and short meditations. The series provides strategies to bring mindfulness into everyday life and build a sustainable personal practice. This series is designed for all experience levels; whether you are new to mindfulness or have an established practice, you are welcome! All practices can be adapted for comfort and ability.
This series is on Tuesdays, from October 27th – December 1st, from 10am – 11am. Cost is free! To register go to: https://pears.io/events/msuext/10648/ For questions, contact Nicole Persing-Wethington, [email protected], 989-344-3264. For help registering, contact Jamie at 989 344 3264, ext 0

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting

Are you wondering how to gain greater cooperation from your children? Struggling with chores or routines? Not sure how to handle discipline issues? Join us for this five-week parenting education series for parents with children of all ages will explore developing routines, emotional control, rules, and relationships, and being a calm, assertive parent. Certificates of attendance
are available. This class is eligible for MIRegistry Credit!

• Class Dates: Mondays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16
• Class Times: 7:00-8:30pm ET
• Registration: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bOUJg8zZGkm98AC
• For more information, contact: Courtney Aldrich at [email protected]

10/08/2026

Fall Wellness Series: Changing Negative Self-Talk—Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 6:30-7:30 PM ET

In this session, you’ll learn about the brain’s natural negativity bias and how it shapes our responses to stress. This is the second in a three-part series. Register once and attend the sessions of your choice. Registration deadline is September 15, 2026.

Registration link: https://events.anr.msu.edu/FallWellness2026/

10/07/2026

Sparty's interested in our water programs.

He's in luck! Our award-winning Intro to Lakes online program is now open for registration.

If you care about lakes and rivers, keeping our water clean and accessible, this class might be for you. Completely online, classes start in January.

Learn more by visit our website.