Nutrition Education Program (NEP)

The UK Cooperative Extension Nutrition Education Program is grant-funded through two USDA programs: the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP-Ed). Our goals are to educate people of all ages on topics specific to nutrition, food safety, and physical activity. You can join us for one of our fun classes (see the list below), or you may see us at your local school, encouraging youth to try new foods, read a fun book with us, or be more physically active.

HOOK & COOK

Mon, Mar 3 2025, 5:30 - 8:30pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup, fish cleaning, and how to cook fish.

HOOK & COOK

Mon, Mar 10 2025, 5:30 - 8:30pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup, fish cleaning, and how to cook fish.

Herb Garden Mastery

Thu, Mar 13 2025, 5:30 - 7pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Learn to grow and cook with your very own fresh herbs!

HOOK & COOK

Mon, Mar 17 2025, 4 - 7:30pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup, fish cleaning, and how to cook fish.

Franklin County Extension Council

Wed, Mar 19 2025, 12 - 2am Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

The next Franklin County Extension Council Meeting will be on March 19, 2025, at noon.

Families in the Kitchen

Wed, Mar 19 2025, 5:30 - 7pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Families in the Kitchen

Wed, Apr 16 2025, 5:30 - 7pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Families in the Kitchen

Wed, May 21 2025, 5:30 - 7pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Families in the Kitchen

Sat, Jun 28 2025, 5:30 - 7pm Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Cooking together as a family can be a fun and healthy activity that fosters better relationships and teaches essential healthy habits, especially for families with children aged four to eight. On the third Wednesday of each month, families can come together to learn about improved nutritional education and discover budget-friendly, healthy meal options. This shared experience not only promotes better eating habits but also strengthens family bonds while maintaining a healthy diet.

Plan. Eat. Move.

Feeling better happens one small step at a time and soon you’ll be eating well, planning good meals, and moving more. So, take a look at some of our tips and even take a free class.

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Healthy Choices Newsletter

These bi-monthly newsletters provide tips on cooking with kids, setting a meal budget, meal planning and much more. They are in both English and Spanish.

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