Purdue Extension Huntington County

Do you know someone who has exhibited strong participation, leadership, or cooperation with Purdue Extension activities? Feel free to nominate them for the Huntington County Friend of Extension Award.

Nominations are being accepted for the 2026 Friend of Extension Award now through July 1, 2026.

The mission of Purdue Extension is to deliver practical, research-based information that enhances lives and livelihoods. There are many individuals who work closely with Purdue Extension Programs (4-H, Master Gardeners, Extension Homemakers) to assist Extension staff in providing relevant, high-impact educational programs.

Please call or visit the Extension Office, 260-358-4826, to obtain a nomination form. The Purdue Extension - Huntington Co. office is located in the Courthouse Annex at 1340 S. Jefferson St.

Grab your friends and get registered for the Extension Homemakers Open Class Adult Exhibits.

This event takes place during the Huntington County 4-H Fair, July 24-30, 2026 at the Huntington County Fairgrounds, 631 E. Taylor St., Huntington, IN.

$3.00 registration fee, per entry, due by July 8, 2026, to Purdue Extension Office, Huntington County, 1340 S. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. Cash or Checks made payable to Extension Homemakers.

Participants must live in Huntington County or be a member of a Huntington County Extension Homemaker Club. Exhibitors must be 18 years of age and not currently in 4-H to enter.

Each exhibitor may enter only one exhibit per division. All items are to have been completed after August 1, 2025. There are lots of divisions to choose from; something for everyone!

Exhibit Drop-Off - Beacon Credit Union Heritage Hall on Thursday, July 23rd from 4-6 pm or Friday, July 24th from 7:30-8:30 am.

Exhibit Pick-Up - Thursday, July 30th from Noon-3:00 pm. No early releases allowed.

See brochure for complete details and list of Divisions. The Open Class Adult Exhibits Brochure and Entry Form can be found on the Purdue Extension - Huntington County website; https://extension.purdue.edu/.../hhs/huntingtonhhs.html
or at the Purdue Extension Office, 1340 S. Jefferson St., Huntington.

Please call the Purdue Extension Office if you have any questions, 260-358-4826.

Register for the 2026 Huntington County Master Gardener Open Class Horticulture Show and show-off your green thumb and plant creativity!

This show is sponsored by; Blue Poppy Design by Tamara, Gebhart's Greenhouse, Huntington Nursery & Florist, Town & Country Flowers, Gifts, & Interiors, and the Huntington County Master Gardeners.

This FREE event is open to all ages! Must be a Huntington County resident or member of a Huntington County 4-H Club.

When: Sunday, July 26, 2026

Where: Huntington County Fairgrounds, 631 E. Taylor St., Huntington

Time: Project Drop Off from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Judging begins at 4:00 p.m. in the Poultry Tent

Age Divisions: Senior Only (19 & over), and/or Junior (18 & under)/Senior (19 & over) Team

Categories: 1) Succulent or Succulent Garden, 2) Planters (indoors or outdoors), 3) Wreaths (dried or living), 4) Fresh Cut Bouquet, 5) Fairy Garden

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 15, 2026

For Registration Form & Guidelines, go to: http://extension.purdue.edu/.../anr/huntingtonanr.html

Must return your entry form to the Huntington County Extension Office, 1340 S. Jefferson St., or email to [email protected] by Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

If you have any questions, please call the Huntington County Purdue Extension Office, 260-358-4826.

It’s not too late!! 🐝✨
If you have a Mini 4-H’er, be sure to sign them up for our annual Mini 4-H Fun Day!
This year, the kiddos will learn all about those “busy bees” and just how important they are — not only for flowers, but for our everyday lives too! 🌼🍯
They’ll get to learn from the Junior Leaders from 10 - 3pm.
We can’t wait for a fun-filled day of learning, activities, and buzzing around together! 🐝

Registration is now open for the Extension Homemakers Open Class Adult Exhibits.

This event takes place during the Huntington County 4-H Fair, July 24-30, 2026 at the Huntington County Fairgrounds, 631 E. Taylor St., Huntington, IN.

$3.00 registration fee, per entry, due by July 8, 2026, to Purdue Extension Office, Huntington County, 1340 S. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN. Cash or Checks made payable to Extension Homemakers.

Participants must live in Huntington County or be a member of a Huntington County Extension Homemaker Club. Exhibitors must be 18 years of age and not currently in 4-H to enter. Each exhibitor may enter only one exhibit per division. All items are to have been completed after August 1, 2025. Lots of divisions to choose from; something for everyone!

Exhibit Drop-Off - Beacon Credit Union Heritage Hall on Thursday, July 23rd from 4-6 pm or Friday, July 24th from 7:30-8:30 am. Exhibit Pick-Up - Thursday, July 30th from Noon-3:00 pm. No early releases allowed.

See brochure for complete details and list of Divisions. The Open Class Adult Exhibits Brochure and Entry Form can be found on the Purdue Extension - Huntington County website; https://extension.purdue.edu/county/huntington/hhs/huntingtonhhs.html

Nominations are being accepted for the 2026 Friend of Extension Award.

The mission of Purdue Extension is to deliver practical, research-based information that enhances lives and livelihoods. There are many individuals who work closely with Purdue Extension Programs (4-H, Master Gardeners, Extension Homemakers) to assist Extension staff in providing relevant, high-impact educational programs.

If you know of someone who has exhibited strong participation, leadership, or cooperation with Purdue Extension activities, feel free to nominate them for the Huntington County Friend of Extension Award.

Please call the Extension Office at 260-358-4826 to obtain a nomination form. The Purdue Extension - Huntington Co. office is located in the Courthouse Annex at 1340 S. Jefferson St.

Nominations are due July 1, 2026.