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.

FCS Bulletins

Archive of Health Bulletin and MONEYWI$E Articles

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KEHA-Franklin County Homemakers Association

Membership, club meetings, homemaker goals and more!

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Events

HOOK & COOK

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

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

HOOK & COOK

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

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

Franklin County Cultural Arts 2025

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

The County Cultural Arts is on Thursday, March 13th. You may drop off your entries at the office beginning on Monday, March 3rd. All items will be due on March 13th by 10:00 a.m.

Spring Evening on Canvas

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Spring Evening on Canvas. $25 per person. Register by March 10th. Supplies and refreshments included. Space is limited. 

HOOK & COOK

- 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

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

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

Families in the Kitchen

- 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.

Homemakers Learn Pickleball

- Mercer County Extension Office

Pickleball is fun and interactive for all ages and a great way to move your body! Join us in Mercer County for a hands-on explanation of how to play. 

Families in the Kitchen

- 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.

Move Your Way!

- Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office

Exercise for Everybody! Learn about non-impact exercises to help improve balance, posture, muscular strength, and ability to perform daily living activities. 

Carla A. Carter

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(502) 695-9035 carla.graham@uky.edu Franklin County Extension Office 101 Lakeview Drive, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601-8750