Purdue Extension - Porter County

09/06/2026

Join us at the Porter County Government Center on September 15th for a FREE lecture on Understanding Fraud & Scams.

Senior Planet AARP, Understanding Fraud & Scams lecture, FREE program, Porter County Administration Building,

09/06/2026

Senior Planet by AARP offering a FREE Tech Tuesday for 50+ program.
Our second session begins November 10th, limited spaces.
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Senior Planet by AARP FREE five-week program series to build practical digital skills through hands-on learning in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

09/05/2026

Join us at the Porter County Administration Center on September 15th for this FREE lecture.
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Senior Planet AARP, Understanding Fraud & Scams lecture, FREE program, Porter County Administration Building,

09/05/2026

Join us on 9-18-26 at Hebron Library for this FREE workshop.
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Senior Gardening tip, Senior Tech Tips, Porter County Public Library, Free workshop, Hebron Public Library

09/04/2026

Are you interested in flying drones?
This drone program will help you with everything you need to know.

09/03/2026

🚨 STORM ASSISTANCE ONE-STOP-SHOP 🚨
Were you affected by the August 11 severe storm? Help is available!
The Porter County Emergency Management Agency, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, is bringing multiple local, state, and federal agencies together in one convenient location to help residents and businesses affected by storm damage.
💬 Get answers. Learn about available assistance. And, for some programs, complete initial registration for assistance you may be eligible to receive.
📍 Woodland Park – Sycamore Room
2100 Willowcreek Road, Portage
📅 September 9–12
🕘 Wed.–Fri.: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
🕘 Sat.: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Representatives will be available from agencies including IDHS, FEMA, Indiana Department of Health, Indiana Housing Department, Indiana Department of Insurance, BMV, and more.
👉 If you experienced storm-related damage, stop by to learn about available resources and assistance—and get help taking the first steps toward applying.
Please share to help reach others impacted by the storm.

09/02/2026

We’re excited to announce the North Region Farm to School Action Planning Workshop!

This full-day workshop is designed to drive collaborative planning,
networking, and strategy-building to develop a regional Farm to School action plan.
Built for educators, food service directors, local producers, and
community advocates, it provides the dedicated space needed to build
stronger school food pathways together.
Registration details are coming soon—stay tuned!

09/02/2026

Registration is now open for the Fall 2026 American Citizen Planner–Indiana program. Designed for current and future plan commission and Board of Zoning Appeals members, local officials, staff and residents, the course provides a foundation in planning, zoning and community decision-making. Learn more and register: https://extension.purdue.edu/cdext/thematic-areas/community-planning/american-citizen-planner-indiana.html

09/02/2026

Our office will be closed in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.
We will resume our regular hours on Tuesday, September 8th at 8:30 AM.