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Extension Homemakers is an education and service program to improve the quality of life for ourselves and our families.

Homemakers clubs are a terrific place to make new friends, learn new skills and experience unlimited personal growth!

As a Homemaker, you can:

Make: Every month we discuss cutting-edge issues in foods, health, relationships, consumer protection, crafts and technology. Homemakers love to learn new skills at monthly meetings and other Extension workshops and programs.
Belong: make new friends to explore and share community issues, family life, international awareness, environmental issues, and healthy homes.
Serve: Make a difference in our community by sharing knowledge and talents, honoring veterans, helping the homeless, assisting nursing home residents and other projects. Volunteer hours by Homemakers make a big difference in our community!

Become an Extension Homemaker

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2025-26 Theme

Homemaker Lesson Trainings

Lessons are presented at each training, then re-taught by members at their monthly meetings. All trainings are free and also open to the general public. They are held at the Fayette Co. Cooperative Extension Office. Please RSVP to 859-257-5582.

Laughter is a Must in Marriage ~ Training – August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm

Did you know laughter serves as a powerful tool for building and maintaining a healthy, happy marriage? It cultivates a positive atmosphere, strengthens emotional bonds, and helps couples navigate the challenges of married life with resilience and grace. This lesson will test your knowledge on laughter, identify the short- and long-term benefits of laughter, explore what keeps you from laughing with your spouse, and share ways to increase laughter in your relationship.

Blackstone Grilling ~ Training – September 24, 2025 at 6:00pm

This Blackstone Grilling Class is a hands-on cooking experience that teaches participants how to properly heat, clean, and maintain your griddle while cooking a variety of dishes, from smash burgers to stir-fry. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor cooking skills!

Stretching Your Dollars: What to Do When Your Ends Don’t Meet ~ Training – October 14, 2025 at 10:00am

“Making ends meet” is getting harder in today’s economy. This lesson will cover how to make your dollars and resources go farther. The lesson will provide tips for managing your money in financially tough times and offer strategies for saving on groceries, gas, utilities, clothing, and other household essentials. We will explore ways to manage fixed and variable household costs with tips on spending wisely, prioritizing finances, and saving when expenses are tight.

Yoga Try This ~ Training – November 24, 2025 at 10:00am

Yoga is far from a new practice but has become popular today as a mainstream form of exercise. There also are many health benefits of doing yoga beyond physical activity. This lesson introduces yoga – what it is, why you might be interested in trying it, and some poses.

Mastering Mindfulness ~ Training – January 26, 2026 at 10:00am

Mindfulness is a practice that involves being in the present moment. It involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and the area surrounding you. There are various mindfulness activities that individuals can participate in to improve their overall mental health and well-being. This lesson will introduce mindfulness and a few techniques that individuals can use to bring themselves back to the present moment, ease stress, and increase their sense of peace.

Building a Better Bowl ~ Training – February 24, 2026 at 10:00am

Often, we think about building a balanced meal on a plate. We have resources to serve as a visual guide for building a balanced plate. But how does that translate when we use a different dish? Building a Better Bowl serves as a guide for building a balanced meal that fits inside of a bowl – ranging from sweet bowls, with oatmeal or yogurt as a base, to savory dinner ideas using grains, greens, and more as a base.

Mental Health Matters ~ Training – March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm
Mental health is important for overall health at every life stage—from childhood through older adulthood. It includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being and affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. This lesson will highlight why mental health matters and draw attention to symptoms of mental health concerns and resources that are available to help with mental well-being.

The Big Freeze ~ Training – April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm

Freezing is the easiest, most convenient, and least time-consuming method of preserving foods. It is a great way to extend the shelf life of many foods, including leftovers. When done correctly, freezing preserves nutrients and maintains quality. This lesson will help you get the most out of your freezer by teaching good freezing techniques for a variety of foods. You will be able to minimize food waste, save money, and save time.

Homemaker Clubs

Contact the Extension office for more information on club locations and contacts.

Batty Ladies - Meets 3rd Monday at 10:00am
Bicentennial - Meets 1st Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.
Gainesway - Meets 2nd Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
Gardenside - Meets 1st Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
HARPS - Meets 3rd Monday at 6:00 p.m.
Modern Quilt Guild - Meets 1st Thursday at 6:00pm
Open Gate - Meets 2nd Monday Time Varies
Palomar - Meets 2nd Monday at 6:00 p.m.
Quilt Guild - Meets 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
Red Mile - Meets 4th Monday at 10:00 a.m.
Renaissance - Meets 2nd Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Slickaway - Meets 1st Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Tartan Hills - Meets 4th Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
Twin Oaks - Meets 2nd Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.
WOW - Meets 3rd Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.

Interested in starting a new club at your work, church, or neighborhood? Contact the Extension Office and we can help you!

Fayette County Homemaker Association

The Fayette County Extension Homemakers Association provides leadership to homemakers clubs. It collaborates with other counties, the statewide organization (KEHA) and UK Cooperative Extension Service.

2025-26 Officers

Debbie Rice, Treasurer

2025-26 Committees and Chairs

Mary Marion, Environmental, Housing & Energy
Mary Colvin, Family & Individual Development
Kellie Wade, Leadership Development
Rita Hardman, International
Pam Pfister, Cultural Arts & Heritage
Mary Colvin, Food, Nutrition and Health
Pam Pfister, Joy of Giving

Volunteer Service Unit (VSU) Program

Volunteer Service Unit (VSU) program recognizes individual volunteer efforts in Homemaker clubs and the larger community. It helps members grow personally in volunteer leadership skills, and demonstrates the broad service impact of Homemaker members outside of the Homemaker program.

VSU Program Information

Individual Volunteer Service Hours Log

Click here to Submit Your Homemaker Volunteer Hours