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MSU Extension and the Arthritis Foundation are hosting a free health workshop in Novi from January 16, 2012 to February 20, 2012 to help individuals manage long term health conditions. The Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) class will meet on Mondays from 10:00 am until 12:30 pm at the Tollgate Education and Conference Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi. The PATH workshop provides information and skills to adults with chronic health conditions such as arthritis, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, bronchitis, asthma and depression. Workshops are run by trained leaders who hold informal, small group discussions and provide easy-to-understand course materials. Facilitators explain ways to reduce pain and stress, cope with fatigue, use medications wisely, and benefit from exercise. Participants also learn about self-help devices that can enhance daily activities. They are encouraged to practice these skills by making weekly action plans and helping each other to achieve their goals. The PATH program is suited for both the newly diagnosed as well as those seeking more aggressive management. It has been proven in studies to reduce symptoms and physician visits as well as increase self-management abilities and communication with doctors. Registration for the PATH workshop is necessary and enrollment is limited. To register, or for more information, please call the Arthritis Foundation at 1-800-968-3030, ext. 225.
Free, non-commercial investment education from a source you can trust. Workshops will be held at the following libraries in the first half of 2012: • Bloomfield Township Library
• Brandon Township Public Library
• Highland Township Library
• Huntington Woods Public Library
• Novi Public Library
• Orion Public Library
• Oxford Public Library
• Royal Oak Public Library
• Walled Lake City Library
• West Bloomfield Township Public Library
Please review the schedule and topics in the title link above.
Presented by an unparalleled and dynamic speaker who has instructed over 10,000 Michigan residents to date, you will receive quality information from a trusted source, without the worry that someone will try to ‘sell’ you something. It gets no better than this! The sessions are free to attend, and priceless for your future.
Made possible with funding from the Investor Protection Trust in Washington D.C., through the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation, all Investor Education In Your Community courses are highly informative and free from sales pitches.
Are you interested in owning your own business? Want to learn about different businesses in our community? Would you like to start a business, but don’t know how? If you answered YES to any of the above questions, and are between the ages of 16-24, then come check out the Ortonville Entrepreneur Explosion! Starting this fall, the Brandon Township Public Library along with Michigan State University Extension 4-H Youth Development and the Ortonville Downtown Development Authority will host nine sessions about starting a small business. At these sessions, you will learn from local entrepreneurs how to successfully launch and operate your business. Sessions will run from 6 pm— 9 pm during the following dates: October 20th, November 10th, December 8th, January 12th, February 2nd, March 1st, March 29th, April 26th, and May 3rd. Participants completing all nine sessions will have a chance to compete in the Ortonville DDA Business Plan Competition. Registration is available through the Brandon Township Public Library via telephone 248-627-1461, email (cstringer@brandonlibrary.com), or online at www.brandonlibrary.org (click on ‘Calendar of Events’, search for the Ortonville Entrepreneurship Explosion in the calendar, and click the link to register). For more information about the Ortonville Entrepreneurship Explosion, please contact Alan Jaros at 248-858-1524 or jaros@msu.edu.
February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 6, 13, 2012:  Healthy Meals for Families (file size 86k)
Healthy Meals for Families is a program that will help you get the most out of your food dollar. Our free course will tell you how to Eat Right When Money's Tight! You will learn about nutrition, menu planning, quick and economical meals, and much more! You can taste samples of new recipes and learn healthy cooking methods from our experienced nutrition instructor.
This course is offered to parents of minor children who are eligible for a food assistance program and will be held for six weeks beginning February 7, 2012. Everyone who completes the series will receive a cookbook and a certificate. Contact Jeannie Richards at 248-858-0499 to register.
February 13, March 19, April 16, 2012: Oakland County Hosting Pesticide Applicator ExamsOakland County MSU Extension will host Michigan Pesticide Applicator and Registered Applicator exams at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center in Waterford on February 13, March 19, and April 16, 2012, starting at 8:30 a.m. If you would like to obtain or renew a pesticide applicator certification, please register at the State of Michigan website. Study manuals are available at the Oakland MSU Extension office. Please call 248-858-0881 for availability and pricing of study manuals.
Pesticide applicator certification programs and examinations will be held in Macomb County on December 14, January 16, February 13, and March 19. Each program will focus on topics eligible for recertification credits in various categories. These programs are open to residents of any county by sending in the registration form with payment (click on link above). Please note that you need to schedule examinations separately as described in the registration form brochure. Study manuals are available for sale at MSU Extension offices. Contact person: Hannah Stevens, 586-469-6440.
Come to Kettunen Center and explore animal systems and learn about animal health for a broad array of animal species. Come prepared to learn from others, share information and experiences, ask questions and quiz veterinarians about their skills. You will also participate in hands-on demonstrations that will teach you how to help members recognize healthy, sick, or injured animals. Meet other youth that have developed outstanding veterinary science projects and gain ideas to help others start their own vet science projects. Open to adult and teen volunteers ages 13 and older. Click here for more information and to get registration forms (file size 524k).
Come to Kettunen Center if you are interested in beef cattle, sheep or swine projects, this workshop is for you. You'll learn about animal health, management, care and nutrition. In addition, you can sharpen your livestock judging and evaluation skills. By sharing ideas and interacting with others, you'll find ways to improve your county 4-H livestock program. The workshop will also offer ways to enhance your communications and teaching skills, and learn about the many opportunities available for those interested in the beef, sheep and swine industries. Open to adult and teen volunteers ages 13 and older. Click here for more information and to get registration forms (file size 520k).
Are you interested in vegetable gardening but don't know where to begin? Vegetable Gardening 101 can help -- this workshop will cover the basics of choosing the best site for your garden, improving your soils and the essentials of a successful garden. Contact: Linda Smith, 248-858-0887.
Michigan has over 11,000 inland lakes which are essential habitat for fish and wildlife. This workshop is designed to educate interested lakefront property owners on natural erosion control methods, and will discuss techniques for using natural materials and native vegetation along the shoreline to provide erosion control and habitat value while maintaining the aesthetic value of the lakefront. Contact: Bindu Bhakta at 248-858-0887.
Have you been wondering what Edible Landscaping is all about? Come to our class on Saturday, March 17 to find out all you need to know. It just makes sense to incorporate edibles into your landscape! Contact: Linda Smith at 248-858-0895.
Training focuses on the 2010 Cottage Food Law guidelines, gross income from sales, foods permitted to sell, food safety procedures, and more. Registration closes Sunday, March 18, 2012. Contact: Eileen Haraminac, 586-469-6082.
March 24, 2012: Apple Tree Care (file size 52k)This class will cover all aspects of caring for your young apple tree: selecting the right tree for your yard, establishing the tree on your site, caring for and pruning your tree for the first few years after establishment. This is a course for the homeowner serious about growing quality apples. Contact: Linda Smith, 248-858-0895.
The Michigan Master Gardener Volunteer Program is a horticulture education program offered by Michigan State University Extension in Oakland County. Topics covered include plant science, soils/composting, vegetable and flower culture, lawn care, household pests, backyard fruit, woody ornamentals, and indoor plants. The 13 week series will be held on Thursdays, August 23 to November 15, 2012 from 6 to 10 pm. Classes are held at the Oakland County Service Center Executive Conference Center at 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford.
Contact Linda Smith at 248-858-0887 for further information.
The Conservation Stewards Program will be offered in Oakland County during Fall 2012. The program is scheduled to begin on Saturday, September 8 and end on Saturday, November 10, 2012. Weekday classes will be held on Wednesday nights from 6-9 pm. Please contact Linda Smith at 248-858-0887 if you would like to be notified about this program when registration materials become available. The Conservation Stewards Program is also offered in other counties.
Michigan Citizen Planner Online is designed to equip volunteer community leaders with the technical knowledge and leadership skills needed to perform their duties more effectively. Contact: 517-432-7600.
A correspondence course for anyone wishing to learn canning, freezing, or drying techniques using up-to-date information and methods so the food preserved is safe to eat. Contact: Robin Danto at 248-858-0904. A new Michigan Cottage Food Law: Food Safety Training (video #59) is now available on-line. Developed by the MSU Extension Health & Nutrition food safety team, this interactive webinar provides food safety training for Michigan residents who want to open their own cottage food business. Food Preservation Videos (#60-64) are also available to assist all interested in home food preservation. Contact: Eileen Haraminac, Extension Educator, 586-469-6082.
Ongoing Youth Activities:4-H Kettunen Center Workshops 4-H State Events and Opportunities Youth Gardens Farm Stands
4-H Youth Business & Entrepreneurship Program 4-H Youth Leadership Institute For further information about any classes or activities, please contact MSU Extension-Oakland County, 248-858-0880.
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