Purdue Extension Hamilton County

06/22/2026

From coding commands to sewing seams, today's Spark Clubs were all about building new skills! 💡🧵 Participants explored the world of technology through hands-on coding activities while others learned the basics of using a sewing machine and creating with fabric.

06/19/2026

06/16/2026

A big thank you to our Hamilton County Master Gardeners for helping out and with 4-H Day camp today! Through hands-on experiences with seeds, soil, and plant care, these future gardeners are learning the fundamentals of growing healthy plants and nurturing the world around them.

06/12/2026

Here is what's coming up around the grounds this month. Questions about hosting your own event? Contact us at (317) 776-0854, or go to our website at https://silos37.com/

06/10/2026

Another fun-filled day at Craft Craze! 🎨✨ Members put their creativity to work, explored new techniques, and turned simple materials into unique creations.

06/09/2026

Creativity was in full swing on our first day of Craft Craze SPARK Club! 🎨✨ Members explored their artistic side through hands-on projects, turning everyday materials into unique creations while making new friends and having fun. We can't wait to see what they'll create next!

06/09/2026

If this plant is growing in your yard, ditch, or along your fence line, don't ignore it.

Poison hemlock is one of the most common invasive plants along roadways, and this time of year it's hard to miss with its tall stems and clusters of white flowers. The problem? It spreads quickly, crowds out native plants, and is very toxic.

Knowing how to identify poison hemlock is the first step to protecting your family, pets, and local ecosystems. Check out this week's Invasive Plant of the Week graphic to learn what to look for and help stop its spread before it produces thousands of seeds.

Have you spotted poison hemlock in your neighborhood this year? Let us know in the comments!

For more information on invasive species please visit sicim.info

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

A healthy boxwood can go from green to losing its leaves in a matter of days when boxwood blight strikes. If you have boxwoods in your landscape, now is a good time to learn the signs and how to help prevent its spread. Learn more from Reportinvasive. https://ag.purdue.edu/reportinvasive/species/boxwood-blight/

06/03/2026

Here is what's going on around the grounds this month. Questions about hosting your own event? Contact us at (317) 776-0854, or go to our website at https://silos37.com/