Purdue Extension Marion County

Families - we are looking forward to celebrating your hard work at the 2026 Marion County 4-H Showcase in just a couple of weeks! This is a reminder that the deadline to enter your projects in FairEntry is Wednesday, June 17th. If it is not possible to enter your projects in FairEntry by this deadline, please contact us and we will work with you!

Find project details and FairEntry instructions at bit.ly/4hfairentryinstructions

The Purdue Extension Marion County office is closed today in observance of Juneteenth - a day for celebrating the freedom and progress of Black Americans.

The office will resume regular business hours Monday, June 22nd at 8am.

Our next Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Basic Training course will be the 2026 Fall Basic Training, beginning August 27, 2026, and going through November 26, 2026. This will be a 40 hour training with weekly meetings on Thursdays from 1PM to 4PM at the PEMC Office.

Please email a completed Master Gardener Volunteer Application and Agreement (https://bit.ly/EMG-Application) to Barb Schwartz at [email protected] to begin the process. The application deadline is August 10, 2026. Once your application is received, you will be sent a link to schedule a virtual ID check.

After vetting is complete, you will be sent a registration link to register for the class and submit the $185 fee. Registration will open on July 20, 2026 and close on August 14, 2026.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Barb Schwartz at [email protected]

Due to maintenance, the PEMC office is closed for the day. The office will reopen Tuesday, June 2 at 8AM.

Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.

Join this FREE virtual workshop to learn how to support someone in need and connect them with help. Register at https://cvent.me/y9yeoq.

The Purdue Extension Marion County office is closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day - a day to mourn and honor America's deceased service men and women.

We will reopen Tuesday, May 26 at 8AM.

Ready to take your garden to new heights? Join Urban Ag. Educator Jayde Grisham for this engaging virtual session where you’ll explore smart, space-saving techniques to grow more by growing vertically. Learn how to use trellises, supports, and training methods to maximize your garden’s potential, improve plant health, and boost your harvest.

Whether you’re working with a small backyard or a few containers, you’ll walk away with practical tips to make the most of every inch of your growing space. Register at https://bit.ly/PEMCLUNCHANDLEARN_MAY2026

The Purdue Extension Marion County office is closed Tuesday, May 5 in observance of Primary Elections. We will reopen Wednesday, May 6 at 8AM. Go exercise your right to vote!