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Penn State Extension Delaware County page will advertise nutrition programs for the residents of Delaware County and provide health information.

11/02/2026

It was an honor to join my colleagues Senator Tim Kearney, Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, and Swarthmore Council President Jill Gaieski to honor eight Eagle Scouts this past weekend. Congratulations to Izyan Weljie, Griffin Barrett, Nate Mitchell, Cameron Millward, Mateo Laurent, Roland Rennick-Zuefle, Jibrael Lakhoo, and Owen Graden. Your hard work and commitment to service is truly appreciated by the community.

10/28/2026

🎃🕷️ Creepy Crawlies You Want in Your Home This Halloween! 🕷️🎃

This spooky season, meet one of nature’s tiniest tricksters: the pseudoscorpion! But don’t let the name scare you—they’re not real scorpions, and they’re definitely not out to get you.
These mini arachnids (just 2–8 mm long!) might look like something out of a haunted house, with their crab-like pincers and teardrop-shaped bodies, but they’re actually helpful house guests. Found in Pennsylvania homes—especially in sinks and tubs—they feast on pests like ants, flies, and booklice. 🪳🍽️

So this Halloween, if you spot one of these critters creeping around, don’t scream—they’re nature’s pest control, not a horror story.

Learn more about these fascinating creatures from Penn State Extension:

Pseudoscorpions are tiny arachnids with four pairs of legs and one pair of pedipalps (pincer-like claws). Pseudoscorpions are neither dangerous, nor destructive.

10/27/2026

Registration is now open for our 4-H Garden Club, with club meetings kicking off in January 2027! 🌱

Current families are encouraged to add this club to their ZSuite household profile.

New to 4-H and wish to join us? Please contact Lauren Kauffman, 4-H Educator at [email protected] or 484-472-5113.

10/20/2026

Don't forget to check out one of our newest clubs, the 4-H Environmental Science Club! 🍀

Youth ages 8-18 are invited to join us as we explore the natural world around us, engage in hands-on and outdoor activities, and learn about careers in the field of environmental science!

Meetings will begin in November and will take place the third Wednesday of each month at 7pm at the Environmental Center in Smedley Park.

For registration information, please contact Lauren Kauffman, 4-H Educator, at [email protected].

10/15/2026

Join us for this free-of-charge webinar exploring the multicolored Asian lady beetle, Harmonia axyridis, a beneficial insect known for helping control aphids and other soft-bodied pests. Registration is required to receive the link to this webinar:

Explore the benefits and challenges of the multicolored Asian lady beetle and learn how this introduced species impacts homes, vineyards, and native ecosystems.

10/14/2026

Enjoy all of the fall flavors in this creamy, delicious drink.

10/12/2026

🍋 Pucker up, canners! There’s a new NewsFlash!
Not all bottled lemon juice is created equal. For tested canning recipes, reach for "from concentrate" or reconstituted juice—not fresh-squeezed or “not from concentrate.”
Stay in the know with the NCHFP NewsFlash!

When in doubt, check it out! Read the latest NewsFlash from the National Center for Home Food Preservation: https://nchfp.uga.edu/newsflash/home-canning-safety-why-the-type-of-bottled-lemon-juice-matters

10/10/2026

Gain a foundational understanding of invasive plants and their impact on Pennsylvania's natural landscapes. This webinar explores the biology and characteristics that make certain plants invasive, provides guidance on identifying common and emerging invasive species, and helps participants distinguish native plants from invasive ones. Participants will learn practical strategies for managing invasive vines and other problematic species, including mechanical and chemical control methods, while discovering how to select effective management approaches based on plant type, growth form, and life stage.

Learn how to identify, assess, and manage invasive plants in Pennsylvania. Discover species identification techniques, invasive vine control methods, and strategies for protecting natural landscapes.

Address

20 Paper Mill Road, Springfield Township
De County, PA
19064

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+1 610-690-2655

Website

http://extension.psu.edu/delaware

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