Health & Human Sciences

Small Container Gardening

Discover practical solutions for small space gardening. Learn techniques for container gardening, vertical planting, and season care to transform compact areas into thriving green spaces. This program is being held at the Home & Family Arts Building at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, located at 1400 E Smith St, Warsaw, Indiana. Please register by calling the Purdue Extension office at 574.372.2340.

• Wednesday, April 23, 2025 - 12:00 PM
  • Register by April 16, 2025

Matter of Balance Series

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. Learn how to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity levels, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, and exercise to increase strength and balance. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, for 4 weeks from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM. This program is being held at the North Webster Library, located at 110 E North St, North Webster. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call the Purdue Extension Office at 574.372.2340. 

• Monday, April 28, 2025
• Wednesday, April 30, 2025
• Monday, May 5, 2025
• Wednesday, May 7, 2025
• Monday, May 12, 2025
• Wednesday, May 14, 2025
• Monday, May 19, 2025
• Wednesday, May 21, 2025
  • Register by April 25, 2025
  • $25 registration fee

Staying Scam Safe

People all around the world are affected by scams every single day. Are you prepared to react if you suspect a scam? If you are not, consider joining us for this scam program. This program will cover some common types of scams, provide you with proactive steps you can take to protect yourself and your information, and show you where you can go to report scams or frauds that have taken place. This program is being held at the North Webster Library, located at 110 E North St, North Webster. Please register by calling the Purdue Extension office at 574.372.2340.

• Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  • Register by May 1, 2025

Smartphone & Tablet Basics (2-Part Program)

If you have an interest in learning about smartphone and tablet basics, you won’t want to miss this two-part educational series! Participants will learn how to connect to Wi-Fi, use Password Keeper, add and delete apps, utilize the Cloud, create ICE contacts, and explore the basics of their device’s camera. Participants will need to bring their smartphone and/or tablet with them to engage in hands-on practice. Remember to bring your charger or have your device fully charged prior to class. If you have an Apple device, please bring your Apple ID log in and password with you. Feel free to come with questions about your device. This program is being held at the Warsaw Community Public Library, located at 310 E Main St, Warsaw. Please register by calling the Purdue Extension Office at 574.372.2340. 

• Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - 5:30 PM
  • Register by May 6, 2025
• Tuesday, May 27, 2025 - 5:30 PM
  • Register by May 20, 2025

Identity Theft: What's in you Bag?

Identity theft can happen to anyone, but there are some precautions you can take to reduce your risk. This interactive program will make you aware of how much personal information you carry with you every day,
provide ways to help prevent or decrease your risk of having your identity stolen, and teach you the steps to take if your identity has been stolen. This program is being held at the North Webster Library, located at 110 E North St, North Webster. Please register by calling the Purdue Extension office at 574.372.2340.

• Thursday, May 22, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  • Register by May 15, 2025

Keeping Track of Your Health Information

Your health information is delivered to you from a variety of sources. Your wearable device can provide daily updates of your health. You also receive valuable information verbally from your health care provider, patient portals, insurance company and pharmacy. By creating a personal health record, you can consolidate your information into usable and accessible information which will help you manage your health. This program is being held at the Home & Family Arts Building at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, located at 1400 E Smith St, Warsaw, Indiana. Please register by calling the Purdue Extension office at 574.372.2340.

• Wednesday, May 28, 2025 - 12:00 PM
  • Register by May 21, 2025