Hello Chelsea,


MSU Extension is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive organization that recognizes and celebrates every one of us. Regardless of title or position within the organization, diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our work, and this requires all staff to contribute towards a vision for success.


In March, we honor Women’s History Month, Disability Awareness Month, Greek and Irish American Heritage and many more. Our staff is a talented and dedicated group of individuals with an array of backgrounds that aid in the growth and success of Extension. This month we celebrate all the unique qualities that make each one of us and our communities so special.


However you may choose to demonstrate your support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, please review our dedication statement and commitment to inclusion in our organization.



As always, we will be offering a wide variety of programs and events this month geared toward personal, family and community growth and success. Those events and news articles are available in this newsletter.


Sincerely,


Eric Karbowski

District 6 Director

Box tree moth and spotted lanternfly have been found in Michigan—now what?


Increasing regulation around economically important species such as boxwood spells trouble for nursery growers in west Michigan.

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Nurturing healthy sleep habits in children for lifelong well-being


Good sleep can be linked to children's physical, mental, emotional and social health.

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MSU Extension launches Selling Food in Michigan Quick Reference Guide


Introducing a new resource to provide information about specific products and business start-up procedures for food entrepreneurs.

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Wits Workout - Forget Me, Not!

Date: March 11, 2024

Time: 1:00PM - 1:30PM

Location: Online

ContactChristi Demitz, demitzch@msu.edu

Description: Wits Workout provides activities for older adults to challenge their memory, recall, and problem-solving skills in an online group setting. This eight-week workshop will meet weekly on Mondays from 1:00-1:30 pm ET from March 11 through April 29, 2024. Each week a different brain health topic is covered. Join us for as many sessions as you would like. You do not have to attend all sessions. 

Rethink Your Drink - Family Edition

Date: March 15, 2024

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM

Registration Deadline: March 13, 2024 - 08:00PM

Location: Osceola County MSU Extension - 215 S Division St, Hersey

For more information contact Renee Sanders, biselr@msu.edu

Description: How much sugar is in your daily drinks? Not meeting your health goals but aren’t sure why?

Mortgage Foreclosure Basics

Date: March 28, 2024

Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Location: Online via Zoom

ContactTeagen Lefere at leferete@msu.edu or 989-539-7805

Description: While foreclosure rates have declined somewhat during recent years, the issue is not over and many households are still facing foreclosure. 

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