Ohio State University Extension, Medina County

09/14/2026

Time is running out to register for our October Safe Sitter class! Details and registration can be found at go.osu.edu/medinasafesitter26 Let us know if you have any questions!

09/10/2026

We are so thankful to be part of the planning committee that runs the Medina County Fall Foliage Tour

We connect with people in all stages of life, from young children to older adults. We work with families and children, farmers and businessowners, community leaders and elected officials to build better lives, better businesses and better communities to make Ohio great.

09/07/2026

The Medina County Extension office will be Closed on Monday, September 7th in observation of Labor Day.

09/04/2026

Our Safe Sitter Training dates for the remaining months of 2026 are listed below. The class is from 9:30AM until 2:30PM and these dates have been selected to coincide with many of the local school closure days! As a reminder, your spot is not held until payment has been received. To register, visit: http://go.osu.edu/MedinaSafeSitter26

09/01/2026

Join the Live Healthy Live Well team in September for the Wednesday Wellness Webinar Series: The Ripple Effect: How financial choices shape your wellness.
Sessions are FREE! Registration is required. Register today at go.osu.edu/lhlwwebinars
Webinars will be every Wednesday in September, Noon - 12:30 PM EDT

08/28/2026

If you'd like one of these free kits for your family, sign up at go.osu.edu/smartfamiliesmedina Pick up dates are Friday 9/4 and Friday 9/11. Let us know if you have any questions!

Is technology taking over your family? Take back control with our Smartphones, Smart Families Survival Kit!

This free kit includes practical tools to help families navigate technology use, including a screens sleep sack, bedside clock, digital timer, activity cards, family smartphone agreement, Smart Families priorities magnet, and a sketch pad with colored pencils.

Learn more about the Smartphones, Smart Families program and how to get your free kit: www.go.osu.edu/smartfamiliesmedina

08/27/2026

Join us VIRTUALLY on September 2, 2026, for the next session on…

Food Preservation: Freezing & Dehydrating

Join us to learn safe and effective methods for preserving food at home through freezing and dehydrating. This program will explore the benefits of food preservation, including reducing food waste, extending shelf life, and maintaining quality and nutrition.

Register for the entire series using this link one time. go.osu.edu/wwia26