Penn State Extension Lebanon County

Take a tasty trip to the Mediterranean in this hands-on cooking class!
Learn how to prepare healthy, flavorful dishes while exploring the basics of the Mediterranean diet and simple cooking techniques.

August 7, 2026 | 12:00–2:00 PM | Penn State Extension – Lebanon County
Hands-on class | Space is limited—preregistration required

Learn more & register: https://extension.psu.edu/lets-cook-mediterranean

Join Penn State Extension for this FREE, hands-on workshop and learn how companion planting can help your vegetables and flowers thrive!
Participants will also create a take-home grow bag and enjoy a fresh, garden-inspired recipe.

Learn more & register: https://extension.psu.edu/nourishing-the-neighborhood-veggies-and-blooms

Join Penn State Extension’s Home Food Preservation Workshops offered across the region this summer! These hands-on sessions share research-based tips to help you avoid common mistakes, improve safety, and confidently preserve your favorite foods.

Find a workshop near you and register:
https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservation-workshops-offered-regionally

Did you know that Pennsylvania law requires many food establishments, like restaurants, grocery stores, food trucks, and school cafeterias, to have at least one certified food safety manager on staff?
Penn State Extension offers several convenient training options to help you prepare for certification.
Whether you prefer hands-on learning, a live online class, or a flexible, self-paced format, there’s an option to fit your schedule and learning style!

Learn more and find the right training option for you:
https://extension.psu.edu/food-safety-manager-certificate-training-options

Planning to enter exhibits at the fair?
Join us to learn tips and techniques to showcase your projects, produce, or creations at their very best! From preparation to presentation, this workshop will help you stand out.

Lebanon, PA | June 11, 2026 | 6:30 PM ET

Come build your skills and boost your confidence!

https://extension.psu.edu/grow-to-show-mastering-the-art-of-fair-exhibiting

Learn to Make Homemade Jams & Jellies at this hands-on workshop!
You will learn the basics of safe canning while creating delicious homemade spreads using fresh ingredients. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their kitchen skills!

Lebanon, PA | June 10, 2026 | 5:30 PM ET

https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservation-jams-and-jellies

Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn new ways to add flavor and creativity to your meals! Discover tips, techniques, and recipes you can use at home while enjoying an interactive cooking experience.

Lebanon, PA | June 2, 2026 | 5:00 PM

https://extension.psu.edu/lets-cook-with-herbs-and-spices

Enhance your yard and support local waterways with the Watershed-Friendly Native Plant Kit Sale! Choose from easy-to-plant kits that help pollinators, improve stormwater management, and bring beauty to your landscape.

Order here: https://extension.psu.edu/master-watershed-steward-watershed-friendly-native-plant-kit-sale

Ready to dig into the world of farming? Whether you're new to agriculture or just curious about where your food comes from, Ag101: Introduction to Agriculture is the perfect place to start!

https://extension.psu.edu/ag101-introduction-to-agriculture