Purdue Extension-Owen County

Purdue Extension-Owen County Owen County based education for agriculture producers, gardeners, youth, homemakers, and all citizen It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S.

The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation's largest providers of scientific research-based information and education. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. The Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service program areas are:

Agriculture and Natural Resources
Health and Human Sciences
Economic and Community Development
4-H Youth Development

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🌟 Hey 4‑H Members! 🌟It’s that time of year — 4‑H Points Sheets and Awards Nominations are officially LIVE!This is your c...
09/03/2026

🌟 Hey 4‑H Members! 🌟
It’s that time of year — 4‑H Points Sheets and Awards Nominations are officially LIVE!
This is your chance to highlight all your hard work, leadership, and achievements from the past year. Whether you’re completing your Personal Achievement Award or nominating a fellow member or volunteer who has gone above and beyond, now is the time!
📋 Who Should Fill Out the Point Sheet?
All members in grades 3rd–12th from the previous year.
🗓️ Deadline:
Tuesday, September 8th by 4:00 PM
Submit via email or drop off at the Extension Office — don’t miss it!
🔗 Submit your nominations using this form:
https://forms.gle/QfweFSx4VoAcyAL86
👥 Who Can Nominate?
Any 4‑H Volunteer
Extension Office Staff
Fairboard Member
2026 Fair Barn Superintendent
Current 4‑H Members (including Mini 4‑H)
Current 4‑H Leaders
📄 Important:
Physical copies are available at the Extension Office.
A digital copy is attached below.
🎉 Fall Awards Banquet
Join us on Sunday, October 25th at 2 PM!
All members are welcome to attend.
Award recipients will receive an email letting them know they’ll be recognized at the banquet.
Let’s celebrate everything that makes 4‑H awesome — your growth, your achievements, and your leadership! 💚

Purdue Extension’s Nutrition Education Program is currently hiring new Community Nutrition Advisors to support the state...
09/03/2026

Purdue Extension’s Nutrition Education Program is currently hiring new Community Nutrition Advisors to support the statewide Smart SNAP Education initiative as part of Indiana’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). We have several posted positions across rural Indiana. These positions will work in rural communities across Indiana to provide nutrition and physical activity education, build community partnerships, and help create healthier places to live, learn, work, and play.

Website: https://extension.purdue.edu/nep/about/careers.html

🍽️ ServSafe Food Manager 1‑Day Class & Exam 🍽️Hosted by Purdue Extension – Daviess CountyLooking to earn your Certified ...
09/01/2026

🍽️ ServSafe Food Manager 1‑Day Class & Exam 🍽️
Hosted by Purdue Extension – Daviess County

Looking to earn your Certified Food Protection Manager credential? ServSafe’s highest certification meets Indiana requirements and covers essential food safety topics including personal hygiene, allergens, storage, preparation, sanitation, and more.

📅 Date: October 22, 2026
📍 Location: Purdue Extension Daviess County Office
300 E Hefron St, Suite 119, Washington, IN 47501

🕗 Schedule:

Registration: 8:15 AM

Training: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Exam: 3:30 PM (Eastern)

💵 Cost Options:

Training, Manual & Proctored Exam: $165

Manual & Proctored Exam: $115

Proctored Exam Only: $65

🔗 Register Here: https://cvent.me/ZayAoO
🗓️ Registration Deadline: October 15, 2026

A valid photo ID is required for the exam.
If you need accommodations or an interpreter, please contact Jennifer Stefanick at 812‑254‑8668 or [email protected] prior to the class.

Strengthen your food safety knowledge and earn a certification that lasts five years!

🌽 Project Spotlight Monday: Crops! 🌾Do you enjoy growing and learning about crops? The 4-H Crops Project gives members t...
08/31/2026

🌽 Project Spotlight Monday: Crops! 🌾

Do you enjoy growing and learning about crops? The 4-H Crops Project gives members the opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills while raising a variety of crops throughout the 4-H year. From corn and soybeans to hay and wheat, there's something for everyone!

Check out the 4-H Handbook for exhibit guidelines and sign up today on 4-H Online!

All Indiana State Fair results for Owen County are posted below! ⚾️🎟️🎡This year, we had a total of 95 non-animal exhibit...
08/27/2026

All Indiana State Fair results for Owen County are posted below! ⚾️🎟️🎡

This year, we had a total of 95 non-animal exhibits taken to the state fair! We had an additional seven 4-Her's travel to show animals!

We are very proud of all our 4-Her's, and all their hard work! 🍀

🥫 2026 FAIR CARES CANNED FOOD DRIVE RESULTS! 🥫Owen County, you outdid yourselves this year!We collected a total of 773 c...
08/25/2026

🥫 2026 FAIR CARES CANNED FOOD DRIVE RESULTS! 🥫

Owen County, you outdid yourselves this year!

We collected a total of 773 canned goods, which is over 150 more cans than last year. Your generosity continues to grow, and our community feels the impact.

Here’s where your donations are headed:

✨ 287 pop‑tab cans will be donated to Backpack Buddies through the SOCS School District
✨ 486 regular cans will be donated to Mark’s Mission Food Pantry

Thank you to every member, volunteer, and family who contributed to our Fair Cares Food Drive. Your kindness supports local families and strengthens our community. 💚

👗 Project Spotlight Monday: Consumer Clothing 👗Love fashion and expressing your personal style? The 4-H Consumer Clothin...
08/24/2026

👗 Project Spotlight Monday: Consumer Clothing 👗

Love fashion and expressing your personal style? The 4-H Consumer Clothing Project helps youth learn about clothing selection, wardrobe planning, clothing care, and personal grooming while creating an outfit that reflects their individuality.

Participants can build a project notebook, coordinate an outfit and accessories, and even choose to model their completed look at the county level!

✨ Learn smart shopping skills. Build confidence. Express your style.

Interested in joining this project for the upcoming 4-H year? Sign up on 4-H Online!

💦 4‑H FREE YMCA POOL PARTY! 💦Hey 4‑H families — mark your calendars!Join us for a FREE day at the YMCA Pool on Saturday,...
08/21/2026

💦 4‑H FREE YMCA POOL PARTY! 💦

Hey 4‑H families — mark your calendars!
Join us for a FREE day at the YMCA Pool on Saturday, August 29th from 8:00 AM–4:30 PM!

All 4‑H volunteers, youth registered in 4‑H in 2026, and their parents get in FREE — but you must pre‑register.

📞 To pre‑register, contact the YMCA at 812‑828‑9622 ext. 101.

🗓️ Registration Deadline:
Friday, August 28th

🌟 Hey 4‑H Members! 🌟It’s that time of year — 4‑H Points Sheets and Awards Nominations are officially LIVE!This is your c...
08/19/2026

🌟 Hey 4‑H Members! 🌟

It’s that time of year — 4‑H Points Sheets and Awards Nominations are officially LIVE!

This is your chance to highlight all your hard work, leadership, and achievements from the past year. Whether you’re completing your Personal Achievement Award or nominating a fellow member or volunteer who has gone above and beyond, now is the time!

📋 Who Should Fill Out the Point Sheet?
All members in grades 3rd–12th from the previous year.

🗓️ Deadline:
Tuesday, September 8th by 4:00 PM
Submit via email or drop off at the Extension Office — don’t miss it!

🔗 Submit your nominations using this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4czXyqaBe7zXPbYscmDmN9k5yHTv7e6Cl9p8G98T7pGnFvg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

👥 Who Can Nominate?

Any 4‑H Volunteer

Extension Office Staff

Fairboard Member

2026 Fair Barn Superintendent

Current 4‑H Members (including Mini 4‑H)

Current 4‑H Leaders

📄 Important:
Physical copies are available at the Extension Office.
A digital copy is attached below.

🎉 Fall Awards Banquet
Join us on Sunday, October 25th at 2 PM!
All members are welcome to attend.
Award recipients will receive an email letting them know they’ll be recognized at the banquet.

Let’s celebrate everything that makes 4‑H awesome — your growth, your achievements, and your leadership! 💚

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180 S Washington Street
Spencer, IN
47460

Opening Hours

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

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