FREE for all children ages birth to 5 and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Lessons include a healthy snack, book, craft, music activity, fine motor and large motor activities, and free play.

Gardening has numerous health benefits. The physical and nutritional connections are obvious, but research indicates there are also benefits for our mental well-being. We will discuss ways to elevate mood and decrease stress through gardening or simply being in calming natural spaces. We will provide tips to intentionally devote a garden spot to better mental health through gardening. Cost: Free - Advance registration required to attend.

Join us at the Fayette County Extension office 6:00-7:30pm for our monthly cooking demonstration and sampling. Try tasty Nutrition Education Program Calendar recipes and discover strategies to eat healthier and cook at home!

Fall is a great time to plant trees and homeowners are increasingly aware of the benefits of native plants. We will discuss numerous native species, emphasize which are well suited to our local soils and conditions, and provide tips for matching plants to site conditions. This will be useful information for anyone considering tree planting. Cost: Free - Advance registration required to attend.

There are numerous ways to make compost at home. High maintenance, thermophilic approaches can be complicated but even simple loose piles will result in compost over time. We will discuss the options including some less intensive methods for dealing with yard and kitchen waste. Cost: Free - Advance registration required to attend.

FREE for all children ages birth to 5 and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Lessons include a healthy snack, book, craft, music activity, fine motor and large motor activities, and free play.

Join us at the Fayette County Extension office 6:00-7:30pm for our monthly cooking demonstration and sampling. Try tasty Nutrition Education Program Calendar recipes and discover strategies to eat healthier and cook at home!

Epiphytes are unique plants that grow attached to trees or other surfaces and receive limited water and nutrients. Most folks are familiar with Christmas and orchid cacti, which belong to this group, but there are also many ferns, orchids and succulents. There are countless species that grow in this manner and their nature often makes them very forgiving houseplants. We will discuss epiphyte culture and introduce you to many great options to consider for your plant collection. You will receive a plant to grow at home. Cost: $20.00

FREE for all children ages birth to 5 and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Lessons include a healthy snack, book, craft, music activity, fine motor and large motor activities, and free play.

You can create beautiful holiday wreaths, garlands, swags and centerpieces using materials from your own yard. We will demonstrate several items and give them away as door prizes. Must be present to win. Cost: $10.00