Antrim County MSU Extension

10/08/2026

Fall Wellness Series: Changing Negative Self-Talk—Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 6:30-7:30 PM ET

In this session, you’ll learn about the brain’s natural negativity bias and how it shapes our responses to stress. This is the second in a three-part series. Register once and attend the sessions of your choice. Registration deadline is September 15, 2026.

Registration link: https://events.anr.msu.edu/FallWellness2026/

10/07/2026

Sparty's interested in our water programs.

He's in luck! Our award-winning Intro to Lakes online program is now open for registration.

If you care about lakes and rivers, keeping our water clean and accessible, this class might be for you. Completely online, classes start in January.

Learn more by visit our website.

10/07/2026

Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting

Are you wondering how to gain greater cooperation from your children? Struggling with chores or routines? Not sure how to handle discipline issues? Join us for this five-week parenting education series for parents with children of all ages. We will explore developing routines, emotional control, rules, and relationships, and being a calm, assertive parent. Certificates of attendance are available. This class is eligible for MIRegistry Credit!

• Class Dates: Mondays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16
• Class Times: 7:00-8:30pm ET
• For more information, contactL Courtney Aldrich at [email protected]

10/06/2026

Michigan Cottage Food Law (Online, Free Sessions)

Learn how to safely prepare and sell allowable foods to the public made in home kitchens. The Michigan Cottage Food Law workshop reviews the food safety aspects and guidelines of preparing and selling cottage foods. The MSU Product Center joins us to cover the business aspects of the Cottage Food Law. A Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Inspector will be available for the Q&A portion of this workshop.

· Oct. 15, 10 am EDT

· Nov. 2, 2 pm EST

· Dec. 7, 6 pm EST

To learn more and to register, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/michigan-cottage-food

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

Extension Extras For Parents "One-Time" Sessions

These free online parenting workshops will provide guidance for parents of children as they navigate the challenges, concerns, and joys of parenting. Participants may register for as few or as many workshops as they wish. The workshops are on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00PM ET as follows:

Class dates:
October 6: The Importance of Outdoor Play
October 13: RELAX: Alternatives to Anger for Parents and Caregivers
October 20: NO CLASS
October 27: Exploring Parenting Styles
Class Times: 7:30PM to 9:00PM

Registration: https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fEW2PDu5THq5OmQ0-EB7LQ

10/02/2026

Multi-week Parenting Series: "The Parent Talk System"

Do you feel like the children in your care aren’t listening to you? Do you find yourself constantly repeating yourself trying to gain compliance? This 6-week series is for parents and caregivers of children of all ages and is designed to improve communication and provide practical verbal strategies for raising confident, caring, responsible children. Topics include: eliminating unwanted behavior, setting limits, teaching about consequences, giving effective feedback, promoting independence, and developing character. Certificates of attendance are available.
This class is eligible for MIRegistry Credit!

• Class dates: Thursdays, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12
• Class times: 7:30pm-9:00pm ET
• Registration: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_1XLbxFQ7NqMF1GK
• For more information, contact Courtney Aldrich, [email protected]

09/30/2026

"Mindfulness Pebbles: Basics" is a one-time presentation that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices. We explore each principle and practice as a "mindfulness pebble," a small, intentional drop of awareness that can create meaningful ripples throughout daily life. This session includes short mindfulness practices and strategies to bring mindfulness into everyday life. Designed for all experience levels; whether you are new to mindfulness or have an established practice, you are welcome! All practices can be adapted for comfort and ability. This one time presentation is, Tuesday October 13, 2026 from 12-1pm. Cost is free!
To register go to: https://pears.io/events/msuext/10286/ For questions contact Nicole Persing-Wethington, [email protected], 989-344-3264. For help registering, contact Jamie at 989 344 3264, ext 0

09/29/2026

The Online Home Food Preservation course will help home food preservers avoid dangerous, life-threatening contamination of preserved foods. Individuals will feel confident in processing their produce and feeding their families safe, healthy foods.

Cost: FREE

Lesson topics Include:

Preservation – The Basics
Jams and Jellies
Pickling
Preserving High-Acid Foods
Preserving Low-Acid Foods
Blanching and Freezing
Dehydrating

To watch a video tutorial, demonstrating an overview of the registration process, click on the following link: https://vimeo.com/298464591.