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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Events

FCH Children's Holiday Store

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Children ages 4-12 will shop privately with an elf to purchase handcrafted items within their budget. 

Items cost between .25 cents and $5.00. 

Cash only- small bills ($1, $5, $10). 

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

Thanksgiving Closing

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

The Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office will be Closed November 28-29th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Closing

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

The Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office will be Closed November 28-29th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Happy Thanksgiving!

Holly Jolly Card Making Class

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Join us for a Holly Jolly Card Making Class! $12 per person, all supplies are included, and space is limited. 

Personalized Ornament on Canvas

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Customize your ornament on canvas. Supplies and refreshments included. $25 per person. Space is limited. Register by December 2, 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

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