Extension, Chamber set event at NPAC

The Van Wert County Ohio State University Extension Service, in conjunction with the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce, is holding an open house and Business After Hours event on Thursday, August 18, from 4-7 p.m. at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center (PAC) in Van Wert.

The fabulous PAC, which began operations in March, 2007, will be open for tours during the event, which will also feature information and highlights of OSU Extension’s four program areas: 4-H, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Community Economic Development, and Family & Consumer Sciences.   At 6 p.m., there will be a special visit by OSU President Gee.

OSU Extension Van Wert County is grateful for the overwhelming support of voters in 2010 who passed a levy to ensure funding for Extension services.  A local Steering Committee has been formed and is currently exploring alternative sources of funding for continuation of OSU services into the future.

This event is a way to say ‘thanks’ to the public and to showcase Extension work in the community and how Extension connects OSU to Ohioans.  There will be displays, presentations, refreshments and door prizes.  The OSU Extension and Chamber of Commerce staff hopes everyone will make plans to attend.

For more information about the OSU Extension, call 419.238.1214 or 419.238.2999.