Events

  1. Germinate International Film Festival

    Fri, 08/16/2019 (All day) to Sat, 08/17/2019 (All day)

    Come one, come all to the Germinate International Film Fest, featuring a diverse range of films highlighting agriculture and rural communities. The Highland County Office of Ohio State University Extension is pleased to announce the inaugural festival will be held on August 16 and 17, 2019, in Hillsboro. Germinate means to grow and the purpose of this film festival is to grow knowledge about agriculture, natural resources, and rural communities.

  2. New Pesticide Applicator Training - August 21, 2019

    Wed, 08/21/2019 - 9:00am

    This training program provides an overview of pesticide safety information. Everyone attending the morning session will receive documentation that they have met the requirements of Trained Serviceperson training. The afternoon sessions will review Ornamental Weed Control (Category 6c). Attendees will then choose between Industrial Vegetation (Category 5) and Turf (Category 8) for the final afternoon session.

  3. Mission Possible: Positive Leadership

    Thu, 08/22/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    Are you a positive leader? Do you wonder how others think about your attitude as a leader? A quick test is to observe the way people react to you when you walk into a room. Are people happy to see you? Do they want to talk to you? Or do they quickly make themselves scarce? If they run when they see you, it's time for an attitude check.

  4. Flex Your Leadership Style

    Wed, 08/28/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    The foundation of personal and professional success lies in understanding self, understanding others and realizing the impact of personal behavior on the people around you. DISC provides an insight into an individual’s style that can help predict the likely trends of their behavior in the future.

  5. Civility @ Work online

    Thu, 09/05/2019 - 9:00am to 11:00am

    Workplace stress and tension are rising, which manifests as rudeness and inappropriate behavior.   

  6. Macro Photography Workshop

    Sat, 09/07/2019 - 10:00am to Sun, 09/08/2019 - 3:00pm

    Join OSU Extension Ed Tech Specialist & macro photographer, Danae Wolfe, at Secrest Arboretum to learn the basics of shooting close-up and macro photos of insects and flowers. Workshop is from 10 AM- 3 PM each Day. Lunch is included. Day one: Intro to Macro Photography This introductory course will include the basics of photography. We'll cover the exposure triangle, creative (and inexpensive) macro techniques, and using your camera to capture great images. Day two: Field Session & Critiques

  7. Why Can't We All Just Get Along?

    Wed, 09/11/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    "Success in life, in anything, depends upon the number of persons that one can make himself agreeable to.” -Thomas Carlyle Working relationships are improved when you know and understand your personality style. Why? Because it helps you understand your behavior and why you act the way you do. When you can figure out what makes people tick and what ticks them off, you can create strategies for improving your relationships with them.

  8. Tree Walk

    Wed, 09/11/2019 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

    Monthly tree walks feature all things trees!  A variety of topics will be covered, including proper selection and planting, insect pests and diseases. Please dress for the weather. No reservations required.

  9. 2019 Urban Landscape Pest Management Workshop

    Wed, 09/11/2019 - 9:00pm

    Urban Landscape Pest Management Workshop Sptember 11, 2019 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 5 Hours of Credit Offered Core 3a- Aquatic 4a - Forest Pest 5 - Industrial Vegetation 6a - Ornamental Pest 6c - Ornamental Weed 8 - Turf

  10. Communication and Conflict

    Tue, 09/17/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    Conflict is a part of our daily lives at work or at home. How we manage conflict has a direct impact on how fulfilled we feel about our work, the quality of work, and the quality of work from our respective teams or units. Effectively dealing with and using conflict as a positive tool is a major component of success in current or future leadership roles.

  11. Private Pesticide Applicator Testing

    Thu, 09/19/2019 - 10:00am

    2019 Private Applicator testing dates Location: Portage County Extension Office, 705 Oakwood Street, Ravenna, Ohio 44266 Dates: January 17th, March 21st, May 16th, July 18th, September 19th, November 21st Time: Testing Begins at 10:00 a.m. To register call the Ohio Department of Agriculture at 614-728-6987 or online at http://go.osu.edu/pesticide_exams

  12. What will it be Today? Conflict, Compete or Collaborate

    Wed, 09/25/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    There are many choices to be made in the workplace. The workplace can be a breeding ground for conflict due to different personality and communication styles. We can choose to ignore or accelerate conflict with others, or we can choose to allow conflict to make the positive changes within our organization. On the other hand, we can choose to work collaboratively, or cooperatively together to further the goals of our organization. It's a choice we make, so what will it be today?

  13. New Pesticide Applicator Training - October 2, 2019

    Wed, 10/02/2019 - 9:00am

    This training program provides an overview of pesticide safety information. Everyone attending the morning session will receive documentation that they have met the requirements of Trained Serviceperson training. The afternoon sessions will review Ornamental Weed Control (Category 6c). Attendees will then choose between Industrial Vegetation (Category 5) and Turf (Category 8) for the final afternoon session.

  14. Using Your Strengths @ Work online

    Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:00am to 11:00am

    **You must have participated in the StrengthsFinder introductory workshop to attend this workshop.** You may be wondering how can you apply your strengths at work. Have you given any thought about how focusing on your strengths allows you to unleash your highest potential, leading you to be happier at work and more productivity? Weakness fixing only prevents failure, but strengths-building leads to success – Gallup.

  15. Autumn Discovery Day

    Sat, 10/05/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    Fall is a great time for planting trees and shrubs. Friends of Secrest Arboretum invites you to browse an expanded selection of new and unique plants, talk to the experts and explore our grounds.  Enjoy the autumn foliage and seasonal treasures! All proceeds support arboretum programs-research, education and natural beauty. The sale takes place rain, or shine.  

  16. Tree Walk

    Wed, 10/09/2019 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

    Monthly tree walks feature all things trees!  A variety of topics will be covered, including proper selection and planting, insect pests and diseases. Please dress for the weather. No reservations required.

  17. Now You’re the Boss

    Thu, 10/10/2019 - 9:00am to 3:00pm

    “The best executive is the one who has sense enough to pick good [people] to do what he/she wants done, and self-restraint to keep from meddling with them while they do it.” -Theodore Roosevelt Congratulations, you’re advancing in your career.  Yesterday, you were a co-worker with your peers, and now you’re their boss.  You are now responsible for the development of your former co-workers and the success of your department. 

  18. Best Boss Ever

    Wed, 10/16/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    “The best leader is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and self-restraint enough to keep from meddling with them while they do it.” - Theodore Roosevelt Research indicates that employees leave bosses, not organizations. Here are some statistics about the impact of good and bad bosses from http://govitru.com/workplace-statistics/

  19. Wood Destroying Insect Inspection - October 23, 2019

    Wed, 10/23/2019 - 8:45am

    This program will meet the mandatory training for licensing in the Wood-Destroying Insect Inspection (Category 12) as required under the Ohio regulation. Training is conducted by the Ohio Pesticide Safety Education Program, Ohio State University Extension, and the Ohio Department of Agriculture, Pesticide and Fertilizer Section.

  20. Dynamic Teams

    Thu, 10/24/2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

    “Successful teamwork is not about mastering subtle, sophisticated theories, but rather about embracing common sense with uncommon levels of discipline and persistence. Ironically, teams succeed because they are exceedingly human. By acknowledging the imperfections of their humanity, members of functional teams overcome the natural tendencies that make teamwork so elusive.” - Patrick Lencioni

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