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Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

FCS Extension programs aim to improve the quality of individual and family life through education, research, and outreach.

What is Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS)?

FCS stands for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension. FCS programming focus on building assets of individuals and families to address problems faced across the lifespan. Family and Consumer Sciences Extension emphasizes well-being with a focus on human development, parenting, resource management, nutrition, health and leadership development.

At the community level, FCS Extension prepares individuals for community and economic development and activity. Professionals in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension provide the tools to help individuals and families to develop resources for strengthening families and building community for an ever changing society.

FCS Bulletins

Archive of Health Bulletin and MONEYWI$E Articles

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KEHA-Franklin County Homemakers Association

Membership, club meetings, homemaker goals and more!

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Additional Information

Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Initiatives FCS Publications Nutrition Education Program Job Club Franklin County Homemaker Scholarship 2024

FCS Newsletters

FCS Articles

Meal Prepping Saves Time and Frustration Regular Physical Activity Can Improve Your Mental Health 12 Personal Finance Habits to Begin in 2024 March is National Reading Month Spring is the Time to Organize, Clean Up Your Financial Apps Spring Cleaning Your Kitchen

Piecemaker's Newsletters

January 2024 February 2024 March 2024 April 2024

Events

District Board Meeting

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Franklin County Extension District Board meeting.

Grow It, Eat It, Cook It

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Come join us for a fun evening of learning how to grow your own food, cook delicious recipes, and enjoy a tasty meal together! Each participant will get transplants or seeds to grow at home.

Frankfort Chess Masters

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Do you like to play chess and know how the pieces move?

Adolescents and adults are welcome to join our group to play chess, improve your skills, and meet new players. Chess sets and clocks will be available. 

Meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. 6:00-8:00pm.

Annual member dues: $10

For more information, email the group facilitator, Julio Mendoza at julioamendoza@yahoo.com

Cooking Through the Calendar

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking Through the Calendar with Franklin County's NEP Assistant, Pam Holbrook. 

The 2nd Monday of each month from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office. 

Frankfort Chess Masters

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Do you like to play chess and know how the pieces move?

Adolescents and adults are welcome to join our group to play chess, improve your skills, and meet new players. Chess sets and clocks will be available. 

Meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. 6:00-8:00pm.

Annual member dues: $10

For more information, email the group facilitator, Julio Mendoza at julioamendoza@yahoo.com

Farm City Field Day

 Happy Jacks Farm

Save the Date! Farm City Field Day will be July 11, 2024. 

Frankfort Chess Masters

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Do you like to play chess and know how the pieces move?

Adolescents and adults are welcome to join our group to play chess, improve your skills, and meet new players. Chess sets and clocks will be available. 

Meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. 6:00-8:00pm.

Annual member dues: $10

For more information, email the group facilitator, Julio Mendoza at julioamendoza@yahoo.com

Grow It, Eat It, Cook It

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Come join us for a fun evening of learning how to grow your own food, cook delicious recipes, and enjoy a tasty meal together! Each participant will get transplants or seeds to grow at home.

Cooking Through the Calendar

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking Through the Calendar with Franklin County's NEP Assistant, Pam Holbrook. 

The 2nd Monday of each month from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office. 

Frankfort Chess Masters

 - Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Do you like to play chess and know how the pieces move?

Adolescents and adults are welcome to join our group to play chess, improve your skills, and meet new players. Chess sets and clocks will be available. 

Meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. 6:00-8:00pm.

Annual member dues: $10

For more information, email the group facilitator, Julio Mendoza at julioamendoza@yahoo.com

Carla A. Carter

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(502) 695-9035 carla.graham@uky.edu Franklin County Extension Office 101 Lakeview Drive, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601-8750
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  • Area Extension Director — Rita G. Stewart 
  • 104 Metker Trail
  • Stanford, Kentucky 40484
  • rstewart@uky.edu

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101 Lakeview Ct Frankfort, KY 40601-8750

(502) 695-9035

franklin.ext@uky.edu