Ohio State University Extension, Pickaway County

06/01/2026

It's not too late to register your child for Kids Cooking Adventure! Learn kitchen safety and make some tasty snacks each class. Registration is filling up quick - be sure to sign up today at: www.go.osu.edu/cookingadventure

05/31/2026

Need help picking books to read by the pool? Join the Buckeye Bookworms this summer for our Summer Book Club events! Come to one or all of our book club meetings this summer. Just be sure to register at www.go.osu.edu/fcsbookclub

05/29/2026

New Hope Christian Academy & Circleville City School Families!

Looking for an affordable, hands-on STEM summer camp opportunity for your child this June?

A limited number of scholarship-supported Camp Invention® registrations are still available at two Pickaway County locations, and registration has now been opened to interested New Hope and Circleville families.

Camp Invention is a nationally recognized STEM summer camp where students explore creativity, innovation, engineering, problem-solving, and teamwork through exciting hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and confidence.

📍 Logan Elm School District
🗓 June 1–5, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
👧 Rising 3rd–5th grade students
💲 $35 for the full week

📍 Westfall Elementary School
🗓 June 15–19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
👦 Rising 2nd–6th grade students
💲 $50 for the full week

Both locations offer the exact same Camp Invention 2026 program—the only differences are location, dates, and registration cost.

Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For registration information, contact:
📧 Rachel Speakman, Camp Director
[email protected]

05/28/2026

Thinking About Buying a Home? Start Here. 🏡

Dreaming of homeownership but not sure where to begin? Join our FREE Homebuyer Workshop Series and gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate the homebuying process.

✅ Strengthen your budget and credit
✅ Explore mortgage and down payment assistance options
✅ Understand every step of the homebuying journey
✅ Prepare for the responsibilities of homeownership

Our monthly Zoom workshops are led by HUD-certified housing counselors from Ohio State University Extension, providing trusted, unbiased education to help you make informed decisions.

Monthly Online Workshops | Free to Attend via Zoom | Registration Required

Register today: go.osu.edu/buyahome

Ohio State University Extension Family and Consumer Sciences offer a variety of housing education programs. From first-time renters to experienced homebuyers we assist Ohioans throughout the housing process. Option 1: HUD-Approved Online Group Homebuyer Education Workshops Monthly homebuyer educatio...

05/28/2026

Last Chance! Scholarship-supported Camp Invention® registrations for Pickaway County students close at the end of this month.

Hands-on STEM, engineering, creativity, and innovation.
Just $25–$35 for the full week.
Logan Elm (June 1–5) or Westfall (June 15–19)

Limited spots remain—register before they're gone!

Contact Camp Director Rachel Speakman: [email protected]

05/22/2026

The Pickaway County Extension Office will be CLOSED in observation of MEMORIAL DAY, on Monday - May 25, 2026.

05/19/2026

Circleville Elementary Families — Affordable Summer STEM Camp Opportunities Available!

Looking for an exciting, hands-on summer camp experience for your child this June? Pickaway County families still have access to a limited number of deeply discounted Camp Invention® registrations through scholarship-supported local programs! Email Camp Director: Rachel Speakman, [email protected].

Camp Invention is a nationally recognized STEM summer camp where students explore creativity, invention, engineering, problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation through engaging, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and confidence.

Same amazing Camp Invention 2026 program at both locations — choose the option that works best for your family!

📍 Logan Elm School District
🗓 June 1–5, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
👧 Rising 3rd–5th grade students
💲 $35 for the full week

📍 Westfall Elementary School
🗓 June 15–19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
👦 Rising 2nd–6th grade students
💲 $25 for the full week

Regular Camp Invention tuition is approximately $285, making these scholarship-supported opportunities an incredible value for local families.

Families should choose the location that best fits their:
✔ Student grade eligibility
✔ Summer schedule
✔ Transportation needs
✔ Preferred camp week/cost

Space is limited, and scholarship-supported registration is only available through the end of this month!

Interested? Register today before spots are gone! Camp Director: Rachel Speakman, [email protected].

05/13/2026

WESTFALL FAMILIES — WE NEED YOUR HELP! This incredible summer opportunity is at risk of not meeting the minimum enrollment needed to run, and we do NOT want local students to miss out.

Camp Invention® is coming to Westfall Elementary — but families need to register NOW to keep this program open!

Imagine your child spending a week:
🔬 Solving hands-on STEM challenges
🚀 Building inventions and rockets
🌊 Exploring science through creative experiments
🤖 Designing take-home creations
💡 Learning with qualified local educators in a FUN, high-energy environment

This isn’t just another summer camp. It’s a nationally recognized STEM experience designed to spark confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

📍 Westfall Elementary School
9391 State Route 56, Williamsport, OH 43164

📅 June 15–19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:30 PM

For Rising 2nd–6th Grade Students

WESTFALL STUDENTS: LIMITED SCHOLARSHIP SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR JUST $25! (First come, first served!)

Once scholarship spots are filled, camp tuition increases to $285.

⚠️ Registration numbers matter RIGHT NOW. If minimum enrollment isn’t met, this opportunity may be lost.

👉 REGISTER TODAY: https://invent.org/cisave
📞 Questions? 800-968-4332
📧 Local Camp Director: Rachel Speakman
[email protected]

Please SHARE this post with Westfall families, grandparents, neighbors, and friends. Let’s make sure our kids don’t miss this amazing opportunity!

Bringing hands-on, educational fun to children throughout the summer, Camp Invention® is the perfect STEM summer camp for your young innovator.

04/28/2026

The Pickaway County Master Gardener Volunteers would like to invite you to their 2026 Plant Sale.

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026

Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Pickaway County Main Library - 1160 N. Court St., Circleville, OH 43113

Vegetable Plants, Herbs, Annuals, Perennials, Books and Garden Decor will be available to purchase. Cash Payments Only!

For questions or more details please call (740)474-7534.

04/01/2026

It's April... which means tax season! Approximately 2/3rds of American households will receive a tax return. Want an effective way to use your extra money?
Try the 30/40/30 Rule! It helps you take care of your past, present, and future.

Here’s how it works:
🔙 PAST – 30%
Use 30% to pay off debts or catch up on bills.
🏡 PRESENT – 40%
Use 40% for everyday needs, fun things, and saving for emergencies.
🚀 FUTURE – 30%
Save 30% for big goals like buying a home, going to school, or retiring someday.

This simple rule helps you feel more in control of your money—today and tomorrow! For more information: https://go.osu.edu/30-40-30