Bird in the Hand

Bird in the Hand

When: Saturday, 9 to 10 a.m.

What: Black-capped chickadees are inquisitive birds that can sometimes be coaxed into landing on your hand — especially if you tempt them with food. Join Nancy Brundage, an Ohio-certified volunteer naturalist, at this unique annual program. We’ll provide the birdseed.

Where: Ford Nature Center, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown.

Information: call: 330-740-7107

Digital Scavenger Hunt

When: Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m.

What: Start 2014 by searching for nature’s hidden treasures. Check in at Ford Nature Center for a list of nature items to track down and document with a camera or phone. Everyone welcome, but especially recommended for families with older children.

Crop Planning, Seasonal Production

When: Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.

What: Farmer John Moreira will teach about the benefits of planning for a profitable harvest.

Where: Demonstration Kitchen, 822 Billingsgate Ave. (at back of Iron Roots Urban Farm).

Details: RSVP strongly recommended. No charge. Contact Sophia Buggs at 330-480-0423 or sbuggs@yndc.org to pre-register.

Concert

When: Next Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m.

What: An evening of music with Jim Frank kicks off 2014 Winter Concert Series.

Where: Yellow Creek Park, 191/2 Lowellville Road, Struthers.

Information: Call 330-755-7275

Maps and Apps

When: Jan. 15, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

What: Mobile media marketing for farms, landscapers, food businesses. Understand the benefit from free listings on Internet maps, GPS systems, mobile applications.

Details: To register, contact OSU Ext. at 330-533-5538 or go.osu.edu/mapsappscanfield.

Healthy Night Out

When: Jan. 17, 6-8 p.m.

What: Free Friday cooking classes. Shannon Blackshire, local tea artesian and owner of Her Primitive Ways, on using fresh herbs in soups and healthy broths.

Where: HMHP Demonstration Kitchen, 822 Billingsgate Ave.

Details: Contact Sophia Buggs at 330-480-0423 or sbuggs@yndc.org to pre-register.

Winter Growing

When: Jan. 21, 6-8 p.m.

What: How to extend a farmer’s growing season.

Where: Demonstration Kitchen, 822 Billingsgate Ave.

Details: Call 330-480-0423 or email sbuggs@yndc.org to pre-register.