Purdue Extension - Monroe County

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Purdue Extension - Monroe County The Cooperative Extension Service is one of the nation's largest providers of scientific research-based information and education.

The Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service provides education to Indiana residents through the application of land-grant university research and knowledge base to develop youth and strengthen agriculture, families and communities. It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving communities and counties across America. The Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service program areas are:

- Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Health and Human Sciences
- Community Development
- 4-H Youth Development

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Equal Opportunity Statement: Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, s*x, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, s*xual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: If you are in need of accommodations to attend a program, please contact [email protected] prior to the meeting. Language Access Statement: If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact [email protected] prior to the meeting/event.

Consider joining us for this opportunity in Bloomington.
10/20/2026

Consider joining us for this opportunity in Bloomington.

Join Purdue Extension for Food As Medicine Balanced Plate: Thanksgiving Edition! This FREE, family-friendly program will explore balanced meals with a fun Thanksgiving twist!

Choose from three sessions:
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Monroe County Public Library – Southwest Branch Teaching Kitchen

Session 1: 11–11:45 a.m. | Breakfast Theme
Session 2: 12–12:45 p.m. | Lunch Theme
Session 3: 1–1:45 p.m. | Dinner Theme

Bonus! Each family will receive a Thanksgiving-themed meal kit basket upon completing the program!

Participants may register for one session only.

Register by November 6!
https://bit.ly/FoodAsMedicineProgramMonroeCounty

09/02/2026
08/25/2026

This evening the Monroe County Council welcomed Autumn Ulmet, Correll Patnode, and Kip Harmon to share an update regarding exciting plans our 4-H youth have made for the coming year, as well as a testimony of the amazing experiences they have had as delegates of national 4-H trips. They broke the news tonight that Monroe Co will be organizing a delegation of 15(!) people to attend Citizenship Washington Focus at Ignite by 4-H in Washington D.C. — more details to come!
Thank you to our amazing council members for welcoming Autumn and Correll. 🍀🏛️

08/18/2026

As much as we enjoy seeing all of you, it may be best to wait a few days. The Waste Reduction District is in process of replacing the roof on our building and the parking lot is closed. So you may want to call instead (812) 349-2575. However, if you find it necessary to come in you may park at the Recycling Center just behind us and walk over. You will need to use the side door. We apologize for the short inconvenience.

🌾 Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Children’s Farm Festival at Peden Farm!Young learners will explore farm life and agr...
08/10/2026

🌾 Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Children’s Farm Festival at Peden Farm!
Young learners will explore farm life and agricultural history through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and opportunities to meet farm animals.
📅 PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
Thursday, September 24, 2026
📅 1ST GRADE
Friday, September 25, 2026
📍 Peden Farm
6191 N. Maple Grove Road, Bloomington
REGISTER YOUR CLASS OR GROUP:
bit.ly/peden2026
Please register students for the day designated for their grade level. This two-day schedule also helps MCCSC and RBB coordinate available buses and drivers.
We can’t wait to welcome your classes to the farm! 🚜🐄🌽

Join us for this year’s "From the Ground Up" (formerly Fall Fling) in which we focus on Vegetable Gardening. Register at...
08/06/2026

Join us for this year’s "From the Ground Up" (formerly Fall Fling) in which we focus on Vegetable Gardening. Register at the link!

Topics will include:
Soil Health
Natural Pest Control
Container Gardening with New Technology
Flowers for Vegetable Gardening
and more!

Logistics
DATE
Saturday, September 26th, 2026

TIME
Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
Program: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

LOCATION
Ivy Tech Community College, Shreve Hall
200 Daniels Way
Bloomington, Indiana

FEE
$20.00 - Early Bird Registration before August 29th

$25.00 - Standard Registration

CONTACT
[email protected]

From the Ground Up is a program about local gardening issues and opportunities. We also hope to grow interest in the master gardener program. It’s open to anyone in the community for a nominal fee.

07/31/2026

⚾ One week from today, the Indiana State Fair throws out the first pitch! Before you head to the fairgrounds, make part of your game plan and visit our Indiana State Fair webpage for daily schedules, activities, demonstrations and everything happening with Purdue Extension and Indiana 4-H: https://extension.purdue.edu/indiana-state-fair/index.html

Address

3400 S Walnut Street
Bloomington, IN
47401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

(812) 349-2575

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