Events Calendar

Visit with CFAES at the Ohio State Fair.  Photo credit: Ohio State Fair

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

Insect Night at Secrest Arboretum - June 30 - Wooster, Ohio
Explore insect life after dark at this free event! Enjoy insect collecting, bug zoo, maggot art(!), cockroach races and more. Don't forget to bring your flashlight, sneakers and bug jar.  More information here.

Stone Lab Guest Lecture - July 5 - Put-in-Bay, Ohio & Online
This evening begins with a brief from Dr. Rachel Gabor, Assistant Professor, School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University on identifying water controls in urban environments. Dr Jeff Sharp, Director, School of Environment and Natural Resources and Professor of Rural Sociology, The Ohio State University will present on 50 Years of Environmental and Natural Resource Education at The Ohio State University… Looking to the Next 50. Guests can see the presentation in person or online.Macro photograph of moss

Intro to Macro Photography - July 7 & 8 - Wooster, Ohio
Join OSU Extension Ed Tech Specialist & macro photographer, Danae Wolfe, at Secrest Arboretum to learn the basics of shooting close-up and macro photos of insects and flowers. Workshop is from 10 AM- 3 PM each Day. Register here.

EPN Field Trip - A Walking Tour of the Lower Olentangy - July 10 - Columbus, Ohio
Join a variety of environmental scientists and field specialists for a walking tour of the Lower Olentangy River featuring learning modules on wildlife (terrestrial and aquatic), forestry, invasive species, water quality and the impact of lowhead dam removals on riparian ecosystems. More information and registration.

Roads Scholars Tour at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - July 10 - Cleveland, OhioRock and Roll Hall of Fame
Register today to twist, shout and rock out with fellow Buckeyes at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Hear from special guest Ohio State President Michael V. Drake, Roads Scholars faculty, and current students about the incredible initiatives taking place on campus. The event is free but requires registration.  

Honey Bee / Animal Husbandry Webinar - July 18 - Online
Learn from Alex Zomchek, Master Beekeeping Instructor.  Alex will present "Honey Bee/Animal Husbandry – What and When you do (or don’t do) Matters."  Find out more here.

Chadwick Arboretum Open House - July 22 - Columbus, OhioCanoeing at Chadwick Arboretum.
The public is invited for an afternoon of refreshments, canoring, fishing, education and fun.  This event is free. 

Visit with CFAES at the Ohio State Fair - July 25 - August 5 - Columbus, Ohio
Stop by the Youth Center during the State Fair and catch up with the college.  There will be activities for kids and an opportunity for CFAES & 4-H alumni to win Fallfest tickets.  On July 29, the Licking County 4-H Band will perform in the building.

From Forests to Furniture - July 26 - Wooster, Ohio
The Woodland Stewards Program offers an all day class to explore the connection between forestry and furniture.  The group will visit some research plots, Secrest Arboretum, Bent Wood Solutions, and Homestead Furniture.  Register here. 

New Buckeyes, New City - August 14 - 26th - 12 Cities throughout the United States
The OSU Alumni Association will host welcome events in 12 cities for recent graduates to form connections with established alumni and learn more about their new city.  We'd love to have a great CFAES showing to make sure our newest grads get a true Buckeye welcome as they start their careers.  Learn more and RSVP here.  

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