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.

Linda P. Burgard

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(606) 549-1430 linda.burgard@uky.edu Whitley County Extension Office 4275 US-25W, PO Box 328 Williamsburg, Kentucky 40769-0328

Reagan Short Weedman

Extension Assistant, Family and Consumer Science

(606) 549-1430 reagan.weedman@uky.edu Whitley County Extension Office 4275 US-25W, PO Box 328 Williamsburg, Kentucky 40769-0328

Events

Chair Yoga

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Chair yoga is a low-impact form of yoga that uses a chair for balance and support during poses. Join us at 11 am on each 1st and 3rd Tuesday beginning May 6th. This class is perfect for seniors but all ages 18+ are welcome to attend. Taught by Trisha Thomas, Whitley County Health Department

Wits Workout

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Maintaining a healthy brain throughout life is important for its long-term function.

Cooking Through The Calendar

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Join us as we demonstrate and sample recipes such as Cauliflower Bites, Crunchy Air Fryer Fish, Banana Pancakes, Chicken Burgers, and more!

Water Bath Canning at WD Bryant

- W.D. Bryant of Corbin

Water bath canning is the food preservation process used to can high acid foods such as pickles and jams. Located at WD BRYANT, Corbin.

Chair Yoga

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Chair yoga is a low-impact form of yoga that uses a chair for balance and support during poses. Join us at 11 am on each 1st and 3rd Tuesday beginning May 6th. This class is perfect for seniors but all ages 18+ are welcome to attend. Taught by Trisha Thomas, Whitley County Health Department

Find Your Fitness

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Discover the joy of movement in Find Your Fitness! Each month we will explore a different type of gentle fitness, including low-impact cardio, strength exercises, flexibility stretches, and chair Pilates.

Wits Workout

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Maintaining a healthy brain throughout life is important for its long-term function.

Cooking Through The Calendar

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Join us as we demonstrate and sample recipes such as Cauliflower Bites, Crunchy Air Fryer Fish, Banana Pancakes, Chicken Burgers, and more!

Chair Yoga

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Chair yoga is a low-impact form of yoga that uses a chair for balance and support during poses. Join us at 11 am on each 1st and 3rd Tuesday beginning May 6th. This class is perfect for seniors but all ages 18+ are welcome to attend. Taught by Trisha Thomas, Whitley County Health Department

Laugh & Learn Playdate

- Whitley County Cooperative Extension

Laugh and Learn Playdates are for you and your child(ren) to engage in playful activities designed to prepare them for kindergarten.

Contact Information

4275 US-25W P.O. Box 328 Williamsburg, KY 40769-0328

(606) 549-1430

whitley.ext@uky.edu