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FAMILY & CONSUMER
SCIENCES NEWSLETTER
Cooperative Extension Service Fayette County Extension 1140 Red Mile Place Lexington, KY 40504-1172 Phone (859) 257-5582 Email: [email protected] http://fayette.ca.uky.edu/
AUGUST
2016
Eating Smart & Healthy Leader Lesson
Eating is an activity that most of us do at least three times a day. We eat because food appeals to our taste buds. We also eat because food is good for us. Eating provides our body with energy so we can breathe and function and impacts our overall health. On August 18th, beginning at 6:00 pm as Jennifer Howard Austin, Clark County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences will share ways in which nutritious food and healthy eating can help maintain a healthy body and protect against various diseases. She will present strategies for healthier, smarter eating as well as participation in a taste test challenge. To RSVP call 257-5582.
Kentucky Proud Evenings:
Local Authors and Local Foods
Don’t miss the opportunity to read and discuss local author Terry Foody’s, latest book, The Pie Seller, The Drunk, and The Lady, on August 23, 6:00-8:00 pm at the Fayette County Extension Office. Terry will share the background of her book, the purpose in writing it and what made it happen. Plate It Up Kentucky Proud! recipe food sampling will round out this enjoyable evening in support of locally grown food and commodities.
The Pie Seller, The Drunk, and The Lady: Heroes of the 1833 Cholera Epidemic in Lexington, Kentucky by Terry Foody, RN, MSN
In 1833, when Lexington was a new city, a cholera epidemic struck which decimated the
citizenry by 500 souls. In the midst of this disaster, three unlikely heroes arose - a former
slave, a homeless vagrant, and a society matron. This fact-based account brings you their
fascinating stories and takes you through cholera's grip, as each answers the call for
humanity. Book can be pre-purchased at the Fayette County Extension Office during regular
business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Purchase of and/or
pre-reading of books are not required.
CORRECTION!
Homemaker Annual Meeting
Best Table Decoration: Little
Miss Muffett, Stonewall Club
Fayette County Extension Office will be closed on
Monday, September 5th for Memorial Day!
Sewing Club
The Sew-Mores Club meets on the first Saturday of
the month. Club members connect, work and share
practical and creative sewing projects. This is an open
invitation to all levels of sewers. Please enter the
extension building through the back double doors.
Saturday, August 6th - 9:00 a.m.
Saturday, September 3rd - 9:00 a.m.
Sew-Mores Club fees are $8.00 per year. Please bring or mail a check made payable to Fayette County Homemakers, 1140 Red Mile Place, Lexington, KY 40504
For more information contact - Loretta Haley [email protected] or call 859-608-2860.
Join us at the next meeting of the Kentucky Krafters, Monday, August 22, 6:00-8:00 p.m. The Kentucky Krafters is a special interest
homemakers group that meets the fourth Monday
of each month at the Fayette Cooperative
Extension Office from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Plan now to join us! We definitely have a “the
more, the merrier” attitude in our group and new
members are always welcome to join in!
August 22, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.: Make your own
burlap door wreath, session led by Liz Kingsland.
Decorate it for any occasion. Cost of kit is $10.00
which will includes form and burlap. Other wreath
ideas will be discussed.
RSVP to save a spot by calling (859) 257-5582.
ITS BACK! - “Open Sewing ROOm” will meet on
the Tuesdays in August from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.. One or
more Master Volunteer in Clothing Construction will
be available at some point during the session to help
you move from Sew-frustrated to Sew-fantastic, as
you tackle all those unfinished sewing
projects, confusing patterns,
alterations that don't make sense, no
room to sew or a new machine still in
the box....
Save a Date!
September is “National Fall Prevention Month”.
Join us for a Lunch and Learn on September 30,
from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. A presentation will be
begin at 12:00 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch. Drinks and dessert will be
provided.
Call (859) 257-5582 to RSVP.
Paper Craft Group
Do you already Love to make cards, scrapbook, or paper craft? Want to learn from others how to make beautiful cards and picture layouts? Would you love to get together with a group of others who love and want to learn how to paper craft?
If you answered yes to any of these, let us know so we can get a paper craft group started. Getting started with paper crafting is easy and with a few small supplies you can make cards and other items you would be proud to give as a gift. Contact the Extension Office at (859) 257-5582 or email [email protected]
Food Safety Practices Prevent Illness
We have always warned against consuming raw dough or batter, as the ingredients have the potential to cause food borne illness when not properly cooked. Because of recent outbreaks of illnesses that could be related to consuming uncooked products, the FDA has issued the following recommendation:
Do not eat any raw cookie dough or any other raw dough product that’s supposed to be cooked or baked.
Follow package directions for cooking at proper temperatures and for specified times.
Wash hands, work surfaces, and utensils thoroughly after contact with raw dough products.
Keep raw foods separate from other foods while preparing them to prevent any contamination that might be present from spreading.
Follow label directions to chill products promptly after purchase and after using them.
For more information about food safety practices to keep you and your family well, visit the Fayette County Extension Office.
Quilter’s Guild Quibble Summer Meetings 2016
If you have an interest in learning how to make quilts or improve your quilting and patchwork skills, we invite
you to join us at the Quilters Guild of the Bluegrass. Our meetings include a Sit and Sew session at 6:00 p.m.,
followed by a short business meeting and the program at 7:00 p.m. The monthly program provides us with
new skills and/or insights into different types of quilts and quilt making. Members are encouraged to bring
completed quilts (and quilt tops) for Show and Tell.
Here’s what’s planned for the upcoming meeting:
August 9th program will be a super show and tell for the quilters to show off what they have been doing -- be sure to bring something to show!
You are welcome to come to our meetings at the Fayette County Extension Building on the second
Tuesday of every month year round. Mark your calendar and join the fun and education related to the art of
quilting.
For more information on the Guild or their programs, please contact Cathy Fieseler at (859) 879-3228 or Faith
Fiene at (859) 254-7581.
Submitted: Cathy Fieseler
If you are in an area with mosquitos, you will likely find that repellents are very helpful tools in preventing many mosquito bites. Insect repellents are made for use on bare skin. There are many different types of repellents available including creams, sprays (aerosol and pump spray), solid repellents (sticks) and liquids. There are also products available that produce a smoke or vapor that is used to prevent insects, usually mosquitos, from bothering and biting people. These types of products may be torches, candles or coils. Although repellents do not kill insects that may pester you this time of year, they certainly discourage bites from happening.
Here are a few rules to remember when you are using insect repellents:
Some of the best protection can come from wearing long sleeves and long pants when you are outside. Remember light colored clothes are important for keeping cool in warmer temperatures.
When applying insect repellent, use it only on exposed skin. You do not have to put it on underneath clothes unless the mosquitoes can pierce through the clothes.
Avoid breathing in the repellent and keep it away from eyes.
Avoid putting repellents on children’s hands. Children are more likely to put their hands near their eyes and mouth.
You should never put repellents on skin that is irritated or broken.
Make sure to cover all exposed skin. A mosquito has the ability to find an uncovered spot the size of dime.
Make sure to read how long the protection will last. Different types of repellent have different amounts of time for protection.
Make sure to wash all skin that has had repellent on it after coming indoors.
Make sure to use repellent according to the directions on the packaging.
Source: American Mosquito Control Association https://amca.memberclicks.net/repellents CDC http://www.cdc.gov/Features/stopmosquitoes/index.html
Source: Nicole Peritore, Extension Specialist for Family Health; University of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Tips for Insect Repellent Use
Savings Lifestyle 101 “Coupon Club”
August 1, 2016 - 6:30p.m. Fayette County Extension Office
Invite a friend and join others that have an interest in learning best practices in planning, budgeting, and saving dollars when shopping for consumer goods and services. Bring any extra coupons you have to share. This is a fun way to network and save dollars.
2016 Cultural Arts Workshops
Name:______________________________________
Address: ____________________________________
City______________ State ______ Zip ___________
Phone: _____________________________________
E-Mail______________________________________
Checks for these classes are payable to:
Community FCS Program
Fayette County Extension Service
1140 Red Mile Place
Lexington, KY 40504
Please indicate with a checkmark the classes you are
registering to attend and circle time.
Total Amount Enclosed $____________
For more information, call: 859 257-5582
August 18: “Diamond Window Tote” Basket,
September 15: “Hilltop Laundry” Basket,
Thursday, August 18, 2016, 10:00 a.m. ~ “Diamond Window Tote”: Carrier measures 12” x 6” x 12”H. 30” leather strap handles top this twill weave basket. Overlay diamond pattern done with dyed reed. Skill Level: Advanced beginner class, Cost: $54.00.
Thursday, September 15, 2016, 10:00 a.m. ~ “Hilltop Laundry Basket”: Basket measures 18” x 15” x 9”H and is woven on a 15” x 10” oval base. S/S weaving with dyed reed overlays and bushel handles. 7 mm weavers make this a very sturdy basket. Skill Level: Advanced beginner, Cost: $65.00
SUPPLIES YOU MUST BRING FOR BASKET
CLASSES: Water container (bucket/bowl), small
towel, scissors (garden type preferable), small flat head
screwdriver, 2 dozen snap type clothespins, tape
measure, pencil, pocket knife (good sized), sandpaper,
weights (unopened soup cans work) and a small spray
bottle. PACK A LUNCH/SNACKS, you will be working thru lunch.
BASKET CLASSES SIZE ARE LIMITED TO 14,
REGISTER EARLY!
Please note: Supplies are specially cut for each basket two days prior to class If you need to cancel your class, please call us 72 hours prior to receive a full refund. There will be no refund after that time.
NO EXCEPTIONS!
Homemaker Board Meeting We will be having our first Homemaker Board meeting of the year September 1, 2016 beginning at 6pm at the Extension Office.
Join us for Job Club this Summer!
The University of Kentucky (UK) Alumni Association, Fayette County Cooperative Extension Services, and UK Human Resources Staff Career Development are pleased to announce summer 2016 Central Kentucky Job Club’s schedule. The purpose of the Central Kentucky Job Club is to provide a positive environment for motivated job seekers to meet, connect, share and learn. The free group is open to the public and meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, from 9:00–10:15 a.m. at the Fayette County Cooperative Extension office, 1140 Red Mile Place, Lexington, KY. Business attire is encouraged. Convenient, free parking is available. Central Kentucky Job Club is for you if you are motivated and currently out of work, underemployed or looking to make a career transition. Attendees are encouraged to dress in professional attire and bring business cards and resumes in order to network with other job seekers, speakers and visiting employers. Recruiters and employers are always welcome and, if time permits, introduced to Job Club attendees. For more information, call the UK Alumni Association at 859-257-8905, the Fayette County Cooperative Extension office at 859-257-5582, or the UK Staff Career Development Office at 859-257-9416. Additional information including testimonials from former Job Club participants can be viewed at: www.ukalumni.net/jobclub. Central Kentucky Job Club Summer Meeting Schedule*:
Tuesday, August 9: Staying Connected: How Relationships Work You into a Job – Presented by Robin
Fleischer, Master Career Counselor
Tuesday, August 23: LinkedIn – Your New Resume - Presented by Jean-Paul Philippe, Hanna Resources Recruiter *Attendance at all sessions is not required, but is highly recommended.
Grandparent/Caregiver Support Group Meeting
Third Thursday of the Month at 6:30p.m. Fayette County Extension Office
1140 Red Mile Place, Lexington, KY
Join us at Grandparents and Caregivers Raising Children or Relatives monthly support group meetings to:
Learn about resources available to you
Meet others in similar situations
Receive assistance in gaining access to services
Provide caregiver training for this type of “new” parenting
Meetings are open to citizens of Fayette County as well as all surrounding counties. Everyone is welcome! For more information contact the Fayette County Extension Office at 859-257-5582.
SAVE the DATE
The 3rd Annual Eye Opening Symposium Thursday, October 6, 2016
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Fayette County Extension Office
1140 Red Mile Place Lexington, KY
Learn about:
Prevalent vision diseases in Kentucky
Adaptive technology to assist clients
What community services are available
How to access vision rehab services
Contact Bluegrass Council of the Blind for more
information at 859-259-1834 or email [email protected]
CEUs pending for CRC, ACVREP, and Social Work
QUILTS - 1st Place, Marty Bryant; 2nd Place (tie), Cathy
Fieseler and Rita Hardman; 3rd Place, Cathy Fieseler
BASKETS - Reed-Natural or Color - Dawn Allen, Blue;
Linda Richardson, Blue
Reed with a variety of fiber - Lind Richardson, Blue
Reed with wooden base - Carol Hedger, Best of Baskets
and Blue; Linda Richardson, Blue
Ribbed Style - Linda Richardson, Blue
Mini Basket - Dawn Allen, Red
Miscellaneous - Dawn Allen, Blue; Linda Richardson, Blue
Lexington Lions Club Bluegrass Fair Results
Volunteer Requirements Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Enjoy working with diverse audiences and willing to share your love of food through various Extension projects and events.
Be available for approximately 30 hours of training classes.
Complete approximately 10 hours of pre-and post-activities.
Be committed to donating 40 hours of approved community service along with the FCS Extension Agents over a period of 18 months.
Email [email protected] or call the Fayette County Extension Office at (859) 257-5582 for more information
August 31 - Kitchen Readiness
September 7 - A Jump Start on Nutrition
September 21 - The Edible Rainbow
September 28 - Carb Conscious
October 5 - Center of the Plate
Classes All classes are held from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Program Requirements Attend five, six-hour sessions and complete all pre-and post-activities. Topics include Basic Nutrition; Food Safety, Handling, And Preparation; Cooking Methods And Techniques; Food Science; And Physical Activity. $30 class fee which includes all recipes, class materials, cooking items, and much more.
Do you love to cook? Do you have an interest in food? Do you like to share your
knowledge with others?
Join us for the Champion Food Volunteer Program!
A new program for Fayette County
What is the Champion Food Volunteer Program? The Champion Food Volunteer program provides volunteers a foundation of knowledge, skills, and competencies in basic nutrition; food safety, handling, and preparation; cooking methods and techniques; food science; and physical activity.
The program allows people who have an interest in food, cooking, and nutrition a way to hone their skills and take them to a new level, all while helping their community. Upon completion of the training, volunteers will commit to spending a specified amount of time sharing their enhanced expertise with others.
2016 Food for Thought Classes Registration Form
Name: _______________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
E-Mail:_________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________City: _______________________ Zip: __________
Please remember that classes are limited. Register early to assure a spot in the class. We suggest that you call the Fayette County Extension, (859) 257-5582, to inquire about the status of classes before registering.
Please make check payable to: Community FCS Programs
Mail to: Food Preservation Classes, Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Red Mile Place, Lexington, KY 40504-1172
Food for Thought classes are designed to teach you everything you need to know about making your favorite dishes. These comprehensive cooking classes are made available through the Fayette County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences program. Each class will teach the core techniques behind classic food to provide tasteful recipes that can duplicated at home. All classes will all be held at the Fayette County Extension Office. Registration fee is $10.00 per class or $5.00 if a current Fayette County Extension Homemaker member. The option to become an associate Homemaker member is available on the registration form. Membership benefits include class discounts, newsletter and relevant consumer information. Thursday, August 25: Pasta, Homemade Please – Lesme Romero, Lexington Pasta, prepares all types of pasta every day for customers. Share in this unique opportunity as Lesme shares his simple recipe and cutting techniques. Be the judge by sampling fresh pasta topped with freshly prepared Primavera Sauce. 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 20: Beans: New Ideas for an Old Staple - Recent health recommendations encourage eating less meat, but many people are concerned about getting enough protein. Beans, lentils and other legumes are great sources of protein, as well as fiber and vitamins. Learn how to cook different varieties of beans, ways to add to your existing recipes and new main dishes. Doraine Bailey is a home cook, vegetarian for over 30 years and WOW Homemaker Club President. 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 27: Gratins & Casseroles - Nothing says warmth and comfort like creamy gratins and casseroles fresh out of the oven. These satisfying dishes are perfect for entertaining or family meals. FCS Agent, Diana Doggett, shares easy to assemble ahead of time recipes. 6:00 p.m.
2016 “FOOD FOR THOUGHT” classes
Class
Cost per class: $10 or $5 for homemaker
members
August 25: Pasta, Homemade Please
September 20: Beans: New Ideas for an Old Staple
October 27: Gratins & Casseroles
Homemaker Membership Dues -$8
TOTAL FEE DUE: $
* Acrylic Flower Painting
* Altered Altoid Tin Mini Album
* Autumn Greetings Sign
* Clothespin Pot
* Christmas Bells Ornament
* Cone Wreath (Holiday Theme)
* Framed Squares Quilt
* Hairpin Lace
* Leather & Links Bracelet
* Matchbox Advent Wreath
* My Personal Sewing Space
* Paint without a Pattern
* Pen & Ink
* Rubber Stamping Card Making
* Soda Can Angel
* SOS Pillow
* Snowflake Ornament
* Snowman Head Basket
* Star Mini Album (Baby Theme)
* Tote Bag
* Tote Basket
* Tulleymore Basket
* Webster Spider Basket
* Wood Burning
Contact the Fayette County Extension Office at 859-257-5582 or visit us on the web at http://fayette.ca.uky.edu/content/upcoming-classes for a Craft Catalog
Food preservation continues to be more and more popular as consumers continue to seek out new interests
or simply wish to maintain more control over the foods they eat. Check out the class opportunities that are
available through the Fayette County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences program. All classes will all be
held at the Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Red Mile Place. Pre-registration is required and some
classes have a limited group size. Completion of the 2015 or 2016 Basic Food Preservation class is
required prior to enrolling in any Hands-On Food Preservation class listed below. Sign up early to
reserve your spot!
Hands-On Food Preservation Classes (Basic Food Preservation Class required)
Registration fee is $15.00 per class or $10.00 if a current Fayette County Extension Homemaker member. The
option to become an associate Homemaker member is available on the registration form. Membership
benefits include other class discounts, newsletter and relevant consumer information.
Class Time Choice: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Limit: 12 people per class. Participants will
participate in workshop, receive handouts/recipes and take home product.
Wednesday, August 10 ~ Unusual Preserved Foods
Monday, August 29 ~ Relishes
Tuesday, September 6 ~ Chutneys (6:00pm Class is full)
Thursday, September 29 ~ Drying
2016 Food Preservation Classes Registration Form
Name: __________________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
E-Mail: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________ City: _______________________ Zip: _____________
We suggest that you call the Fayette County Extension, (859) 257-5582, to inquire about the status of
classes before registering.
Please make check payable to: Community FCS Programs Mail to: Food Preservation Classes, Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Red Mile Place, Lexington, KY 40504-1172
Food Preservation Classes ~ 2016
Class
10:00am
Class
6:00pm
Class
Cost per class:
$15 or
$10 for homemaker
members
August 10 ~ Unusual Preserved Foods
August 29 ~ Relishes
September 6 ~ Chutneys
September 29 ~ Drying
Homemaker Membership Dues -$8
TOTAL FEE DUE: $
Bluegrass Area Homemakers
Annual Meeting
October 21
We are Kentucky Proud! Don’t miss our guest speaker, J. Larry Hood
with “What is a Kentuckian?”
Georgetown College Conference Center 100 Crawford Drive, Georgetown, KY 40324
Registration deadline: October 1st Make $15 checks payable to: Fayette Co. Homemakers Mail to: Fayette County Extension, 1140 Red Mile Pace, Lexington, KY 40504
Bluegrass Area Homemaker Annual Meeting Registration Form
Name________________________________________ Phone________________
Menu Mixed Green Salad
Fried Chicken Whipped Potatoes & Gravy
Buttered Corn & Country Green Beans Honey Biscuits
Assorted Desserts
Antique Classes
Wednesdays, September 28 - November , 2016 Mornings (10:00 a.m.—Noon)
Evenings (6:30—8:30 p.m.)
Fayette County Cooperative Extension Office
1140 Red Mile Place Lexington, KY 40504
(859) 257-5582
Dr. R.E. Wells, noted antique authority from Versailles, Kentucky will be at the
Fayette County Extension Office on Wednesdays
to present an 8-week course on “Antiques”.
Topics will include:
September 28 Introduction
October 5 Antique Buttons
October 12 Wills and Estates
October 19 Fancy Victorian China
October 26 Victorian Silver
November 2 Dolls and Teddy Bears November 9 American Glass November 16 Roadshow
Eight-week course for only $45. Limited class size, first sign-up basis.
Make check payable to: Community FCS Programs and return to Fayette County Extension, 1140 Red Mile Place, Lexington, KY 40504-1172,
by September 21, 2016 and select morning or evening session. You may bring one item to be appraised each week.
Name________________________________________ Daytime Phone_________________
Address______________________________________________________________________
City________________ State____ Zip _______ E-mail________________ I will attend the: ______ Morning Session ______ Evening Session
Fayette County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Newsletter
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To file a complaint of discrimination, contact Tim West, UK College of Agriculture, 859-257-3879; Terry Allen or Patty Bender, UK Office of Institutional Equity and Equal Opportunity, 859-257-8927; or the USDA, Director Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W Whitten Bldg., 14th & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 (202-720-5964).
Fayette County Cooperative Extension 1140 Red Mile Place Lexington, KY 40504-1172
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Diana Doggett Liz Kingsland
County Extension Agents for Family and Consumer Sciences
Fayette County Extension Service 1140 Red Mile Place
Lexington, KY 40504-1172 (859) 257-5582
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm - Monday-Friday
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE,
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