Class offered for prospective farmers

SLIPPERY ROCK — Penn State Extension is offering a three-session class called “Exploring the Small Farm Dream” intended to teach prospective farmers about the industry.

The class will be held on three consecutive Thursday evenings: May 7, 14 and 21 at Sustainable Enterprise Accelerator, 165 Elm St.

Participants will learn about current opportunities in small-scale agriculture, how to conduct market research and how to develop an action plan to start a farm.

For more information and to register, visit extension.psu.edu/business/farm/events.

SLIPPERY ROCK TWP — The Community Farmers' Market will kick off the season Saturday.The weekly market takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at Rock Falls Park on Route 173 south of the borough and runs through October.The market features fresh and preserved foods, including vegetables, fruits, meats and baked goods.For more information about displays and speakers at the market, visit www.facebook.com/SRCFM or call the farmers' market hot line, 724-374-3276.