Purdue Extension Franklin County

Purdue Extension Franklin County Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. It's a network of colleges, universities, and the U.S.

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nt. Purdue Extension is a service tailored to meet the needs of Indiana, needs we know firsthand. Our educators, specialists, and volunteers live and work in all 92 Indiana counties. We provide the link between Land Grant research and Indiana citizens. In doing that we provide practical solutions to local issues. We provide information and expertise that's available in the form you want, when you want it. That's Purdue Extension, Indiana's home team advantage. Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. If you are in need of accommodations to attend any of our programs, please contact one of our educators or staff prior to the meeting/event at 765-647-3511 or by specified email. If you need an interpreter or translator, please contact one of our educators or staff prior to the meeting at 765-647-3511 or by specified email.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for the Attracting Pollinators program at the Lew Wallace Community Gar...
05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for the Attracting Pollinators program at the Lew Wallace Community Garden!

We learned about best management practices for Indiana pollinators and native plants that attract pollinators. Check out the publications below to learn more:
https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/publications/POL-5/POL-5.html
https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/publications/POL-6/POL-6.pdf

We ended the program with some invasive species removal. We have made a lot of progress revitalizing the Lew Wallace Community Garden this spring. Check out the before and after photos and thank you to all who helped us reach this point.

A special thank you to the Franklin County Health Department - Indiana for sponsoring this program and to the Franklin County Community Foundation, Inc. for helping support the community garden!

Interested in learning more about the Lew Wallace Community Garden or getting involved? Reach out to use at the Purdue Extension Franklin County office!

We hope you can join us tomorrow morning to learn about attracting pollinators and maintaining a pollinator habitat!
05/28/2026

We hope you can join us tomorrow morning to learn about attracting pollinators and maintaining a pollinator habitat!

Free Program Friday

🌟Calling all Mini 4-H members in grades K-2🌟Join us for a fun-filled day at Franklin County Mini 4-H Day on June 16, 202...
05/27/2026

🌟Calling all Mini 4-H members in grades K-2🌟

Join us for a fun-filled day at Franklin County Mini 4-H Day on June 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM at the Franklin County Fairgrounds🍀

Kids will enjoy hands-on activities, make new friends, and explore all the excitement 4-H has to offer - plus lunch is provided🌟

📆 Sign up on 4-H Online by June 9th!

Join Purdue Extension at the Lew Wallace Community Garden for a hands-on morning all about attracting and supporting pol...
05/26/2026

Join Purdue Extension at the Lew Wallace Community Garden for a hands-on morning all about attracting and supporting pollinators in your own backyard!
Friday, May 29, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Lew Wallace Community Garden
Franklin County Government Center
1010 Franklin Ave., Brookville, IN

🌱 Secure Your Farm’s Future 🌱Join us for a FREE virtual webinar series designed to help farm families plan ahead and nav...
05/25/2026

🌱 Secure Your Farm’s Future 🌱
Join us for a FREE virtual webinar series designed to help farm families plan ahead and navigate the legal side of transition planning. Learn how proactive legal audits can support a smoother, more successful transition to the next generation.
📅 June 22 & June 29
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Attend one - or join them both
💲FREE
💻 Online Events
Learn practical steps to prepare for unexpected challenges and ensure your farm’s continuity.
Hosted by Purdue Extension
👉 Don’t miss this valuable opportunity—register today!
https://bit.ly/securingthefuture2026

Join Purdue Extension at the Lew Wallace Community Garden for a hands-on morning all about attracting and supporting pol...
05/19/2026

Join Purdue Extension at the Lew Wallace Community Garden for a hands-on morning all about attracting and supporting pollinators in your own backyard!

Friday, May 29, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Lew Wallace Community Garden
Franklin County Government Center
1010 Franklin Ave., Brookville, IN

During this free community program, you will:
🌸 Identify native plants that attract pollinators
🌱 Help remove invasive species from the garden
📚 Take home resources to start or improve your own pollinator habitat

Whether you love gardening, butterflies, bees, or simply want to support local wildlife, this event is a great opportunity to learn and connect with the community.

Please RSVP at 765-647-3511 to receive a prepared pollinator resource folder.

05/19/2026
🌸 Spring Cleanup at Lew Wallace Community Garden! 🌸Join us on tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12 from 1–4 pm to help with spring ...
05/11/2026

🌸 Spring Cleanup at Lew Wallace Community Garden! 🌸
Join us on tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12 from 1–4 pm to help with spring cleanup at the Lew Wallace Community Garden. We’ll be weeding and mulching around the pollinator plants—all help is welcome!
📍 1010 Franklin Ave., Brookville, IN 47012
For more information, contact Veronica at [email protected].
Hope to see you there! 🌼🪴

⭐️Please join us in welcoming Tyson Rosenberger to our Purdue Extension Franklin County office as our Summer Assistant. ...
05/08/2026

⭐️Please join us in welcoming Tyson Rosenberger to our Purdue Extension Franklin County office as our Summer Assistant. We are excited to have him apart of our team!⭐️🍀

Hi everyone! My name is Tyson Rosenberger, I’m going into my sophomore year at the University of Cincinnati studying Mechanical Engineering. I’m excited to be serving as the Summer Assistant at the Extension Office this year. I enjoy playing tennis and other sports, mowing grass, spending time with my friends and family, and playing with my dog, Blu. I’m a hardworking person, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to give back to 4-H because it has played such an important role in shaping who I am today.

The pollinator plants at the Lew Wallace Community Garden are coming up nicely. We are going to have a spring clean-up o...
05/08/2026

The pollinator plants at the Lew Wallace Community Garden are coming up nicely. We are going to have a spring clean-up on Tuesday, May 12th from 1:00pm-4:00pm.

We will be weeding around the pollinator plants and spreading mulch. The Lew Wallace Community Garden in located at the Franklin County Government Center (1010 Franklin Ave. Brookville, IN 47012).

Please reach out to Veronica ([email protected]) if you have questions and share with anyone else you think might be interested.

Picture is from Lew Wallace Community Garden last season.

Address

1010 Franklin Avenue, Rm 214
Brookville, IN
47012

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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