Events Calendar

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Here are some interesting events coming up that we thought you might like:

Southern Ohio Speciality Crop Conference - February 5 - Loveland, Ohio

This is the conference to attend for Southern Ohio specialty crop growers. Fifteen different class options on fruit and vegetable production are available at this conference. Your registration includes a continental breakfast and a buffet lunch. All attendees will receive a USB memory stick with copies of every available presentation to take home, so even if you don’t attend the session, you’ll still get the information. Private pesticide and fertilizer re-certification credits will be available for categories 3, 5, core and fertilizer. 

Economic Nationalism & Trade Conference - February 8 - Columbus

In collaboration, The Risk Institute, Moritz College of Law, Fisher College of Business and the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences examine — through an interdisciplinary lens — the legal, business, and economic consequences of U.S. trade policy. The important and complex issues we discuss today require understanding and solutions best made apparent through collaborative sharing of the information and ideas of more than one area of specialized knowledge.

Guided Bird Walk - February 9 - Wooster, OhioBlue Jay

Members of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society guided birders of all skill levels. Spot birds learn their calls and discover their habitats in the arboretum. Parking and admission are free. Please dress for the weather.

Water Conservation & Sustainability hosted by Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed - February 11 - Columbus

FLOW will host Kent Halloran from The Ohio State University College of Engineering to speak on the importance of water conservation. He will provide a variety of strategies and techniques to save water without spending a dime! Topics will include gardens and xeriscaping, grey water, and green roofs. 

EPN Breakfast: Justice, Equity, Inclusion, Diversity in the Environmental Movement - February 12 - Columbus

Our natural resources are strengthened through diversity, our organizations and partnerships, too, demonstrate strength through diversity and inclusion. Despite this understanding, research shows that many environmental NGOs, foundations, governmental agencies and academic departments have barriers to developing cultures inclusive of diversity. 

Spring Workshop: Gardening at your Doorstep - February 23 - Medina, Ohio

Medina County Master Gardener Volunteers present this workshop covering how to simplify your garden, growing herbs, and using hostas in container gardening. 

Ohio State Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets - February 26 - ColumbusColumbus Blue Jackets

Ohio State alumni, family, and friends are invited to Ohio State Day at Nationwide Arena as the Columbus Blue Jackets take on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Guests will receive complimentary Ohio State Day T-shirts (while supplies last). Register here.

CFAES Alumni & Friends DC Networking & Happy Hour - February 28 - Washington D.C.

Join fellow alumni and friends of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences for networking and socializing.  Jera Oliver, development officer for the college, and Ellen Zimmerman, CFAES Alumni Society board member, will also be on hand to provide college updates.   

2019 CFAES Alumni Awards Luncheon - March 2 - Columbus

Twelve alumni and friends will be honored for their career achievements and service to the college and community. 

Spring Game Tailgate - April 13 - Columbus

Save the date for the CFAES Spring Game Tailgate!  Mingle with fellow alumni and enjoy great food and family friendly activities at the Blackwell Inn before heading over to the game. Tailgate schedule will be determined once the kick-off time is announced.  Look for more details and registration information soon.  

Looking for more to do?  Upcoming events are frequently added to our events page.