University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension

08/27/2026

Self care is important! How do you care for yourself?

Mental health, one minute at a time.

08/26/2026

The Be Healthy Bash is just around the corner!

Join us Saturday, September 19th, from 11 – 3 at the Fayette County Cooperative Extension Office.

We’re proud to bring a day of health, wellness, and family fun to the community.
Come see us and visit our booths to learn, connect and discover resources that can help you and your family live healthier.

Registration is FREE, and the Be Healthy Bash will take place rain or shine! Free lunch provided for the first 500 attendees.

📍 Mark your calendar and bring the whole family!
🎟️ Free & family-friendly
🌐 Learn more at behealthybash.com

08/21/2026

Your ten-month-old is finding new freedom as they learn to move from place to place. This is a fun phase that also requires added attention.

For tips and strategies to help you manage this phase of life, ask for “The Parent Express Newsletter” at your local Extension Office.

Whatever your baby’s age, birth to 36 months, we have a newsletter for that. You can also download any edition from ukfcs.net/ParentExpress

Building strong families. Building Kentucky. It starts with us.

08/20/2026

We have two new recipe cards for favorite Kentucky veggies! If you need dinner inspirations for an entrée, then try our Philly Stuffed Peppers. Maybe it is just a side dish you need. Crispy Carrot Fries made in the air fryer are a great alternative to traditional fries. (Don't have an air fryer? No worries, we have a version for your oven too!)

08/20/2026

Excellent program with lasting impact . . . Military Teen Adventure Camp gives military families the opportunity to learn and experience new things together.

08/18/2026

Travel smart and protect yourself! This month MoneyWi$e is addressing ways to protect your identity, money and safety while traveling. Read all about it in the MoneyWi$e newsletter or listen to the podcast on Talking FACS.

📰 ukfcs.net/MWNewsletters
🎧 ukfcs.net/TalkingFACS9-5

Valuing people. Valuing Money.

08/17/2026

Adjusting to change does not happen overnight. It is okay to take space to adapt to the "new normal."

Mental health, one minute at a time.

08/17/2026

A potential measles outbreak has been identified in Kentucky locations. Please follow Kentucky Department of Public Health recommendations to keep your family healthy.

Contact your primary health provider if you suspect someone in your family has measles.

Your health care team or local health department can provide prevention and care recommendations.

08/12/2026

Great reminder to stay active, choose fruits and veggies, and connect with others for a healthier life!

Simple steps such as eating 2 servings of fruits or vegetables daily, exercising at least 30 minutes 3 times per week and engaging with others to stay connected can help improve your overall health. Visit: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. Join the campaign.

08/11/2026

Don't get scammed! Jury summons come from your County Court Clerk!

A jury duty scam is making the rounds in Kentucky again.

Scammers pretending to be law enforcement call and claim you missed jury duty. They direct their victims to a cryptocurrency kiosk to pay a fine and “resolve” the situation, but the money goes directly to the scammer. If you receive this phone call, immediately hang up.

🚩 Once cryptocurrency is sent, it is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to recover.
🚩 Legitimate law enforcement officials do not ask for or accept cryptocurrency as payment for fines.

Learn more at StopScams.ky.gov.