Mario Bautista
For the week of September 23, 2024
https://extension.psu.edu/franklin
UPCOMING WEBINARS AND EVENTS: Penn State Extension is pleased to continue to provide quality education via a wide variety of webinars and recordings. If you have difficulty registering online for any of these live webinars, please contact Penn State Extension’s customer service team at 877-345-0691. Most of these webinars will be recorded and available for viewing at a later time, as well. Continue to search our website: extension.psu.edu for the latest offerings.
The Garden Hotline is open for the gardening season – Master Gardener volunteers will be staffing the Garden Hotline at the Extension Office, 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, through the end of September, to assist home gardeners with gardening and plant questions and problems. The Garden Hotline operates on Tuesday and Thursday of each week, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Home gardeners are welcome to stop in or call the Extension Office at 717-263-9226 to speak to a Master Gardener. The Garden Hotline can also be reached via email at franklinmg@psu.edu. Samples or photos of plants, insects, or garden problems are helpful to the Master Gardeners in assisting you with identification, diagnosis, and recommendations to solve your gardening questions. They may not always know the answer immediately, but they will take the time to research and get back to you with accurate, reliable information.
September – Franklin County 4-H Fall Mum Fundraiser – Support local 4-H clubs and programs through your Fall Mum order. All mums must be picked up at the Franklin County Extension Office, 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg on the pickup date unless delivery is arranged between the customer and a 4-H member. Pick Up Thursday, October 3rd between 3pm and 6pm. Last day to order is Sunday, September 29th. The Price: $8.50/ mum – or – $8.00/mum when buying 3 or more. For more information and to order online visit: https://biy.ly/3YmM6N9 or contact Quinn Martin, 4-H Educator at 717-263-9226 or qxc114@psu.edu.
Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 5:00PM – Let’s Cook Vegetarian – Learn the basics of cooking vegetarian during this hands-on cooking class. You will learn shopping and storage tips, cooking techniques, and more. Our instructors help you with hands-on recipe preparation, walking you through every step. You will be able to taste-test what you cook during the class. Join us at Franklin County Extension, 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg (lower level of Ag Heritage Building). The cost for this workshop is $30, to register online go to https://extension.psu.edu/lets-cook-vegetarian or call 1-877-345-0691.
Saturday, October 12, 2024, 1:00PM – Basic Tree Identification – Join Penn State Master Gardeners for an engaging session on tree identification. Attendees will gather at the Pavilion of Waltonian Meadows, 129 Cornertown Rd, Chambersburg, PA for a two-hour outdoor workshop. In this informative workshop, you will learn the basics of identifying native tree species using tree identification keys and plant samples. Our session includes lecture, demonstration, and hands-on practice. You’ll discover the intricacies of leaf arrangement and shapes and be guided step-by-step through the identification key. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear footwear suitable for walking and standing on grassy terrain. The cost for this workshop is $10, for additional information and online registration go to https://extension.psu.edu/basic-tree-identification or call 1-877-345-0691.
Saturday, October 19, 2024, 11:00AM – 2:30PM – Franklin County 4-H Open House -Do you have youth in your life aged 5 – 18? Come learn about awesome opportunities for them! The Franklin County 4-H Program is hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 19 from 11 AM – 2:30 PM at the Franklin County Extension Office, located at 181 Franklin Farm Lane. We have programming ranging from animal projects, sewing projects, craft projects, food projects, and more! Learn about all of our opportunities at one time and place. Prizes for the first 100 kids to come through. Call 717-263-9226 with questions.
Monday, December 2, 2024, 5:00PM – 8:00PM – Evergreen Identification and Centerpiece Workshop – Nothing elevates a holiday tablescape like an evergreen centerpiece, but can you identify the plants in your winter décor? Join the Master Gardeners of Franklin County at the Franklin County Extension Office (lower level of Ag Heritage Building), 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg to create your own custom centerpiece using a variety of greens. The cost for this hands-on workshop is $25, you’ll not only craft a beautiful arrangement but also learn to identify common evergreens. Materials are provided; however, participants are encouraged to bring pruners and garden gloves. Additional embellishments are welcome. For additional information and online registration go to https://extension.psu.edu/evergreen-identification-and-centerpiece-workshop or call 1-877-345-0691.
Thursday, December 5, 2024, 5:00PM – Let’s Cook Charcuterie – Do you like to entertain? Do you want to switch up your ordinary meal routine? Let’s Cook Charcuterie Boards is for you if you answered yes to any of these questions! Charcuterie boards can make a fun family meal or can serve as a creative appetizer. Learn the basic steps to create an exciting board in this class. In this hands-on class, we invite you to practice creating condiments from scratch and putting a delicious charcuterie board together with Penn State Extension Educators. Join us at Franklin County Extension, 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg (lower level of Ag Heritage Building). The cost for this workshop is $30, to register online go to https://extension.psu.edu/lets-cook-charcuterie-boardsor or call 1-877-345-0691.
Saturday, December 7, 2024, 10:00AM – 12:00PM – Evergreen Identification and Wreath Making – Nothing announces the holiday season quite like the sight of an evergreen wreath, but can you identify the plants in your favorite winter décor? Join Penn State Master Gardeners of Franklin County at the Franklin County Extension Office (lower level of Ag Heritage Building), 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg. The cost for this hands-on workshop is $25, where you’ll learn to identify different evergreens and create your very own wreath. Materials are provided; however, participants are encouraged to bring pruners and garden gloves. Additional embellishments are welcome. For additional information and online registration go to https://extension.psu.edu/evergreen-identification-and-wreath-making or call 1-877-345-0691.
