Texas A&M AgriLife Extension - Jefferson County

06/10/2026

Fresh green beans are in season, gardens are producing, and now is the perfect time to learn how to preserve the harvest!

We invite you to join us for Preserve the Harvest: Pickled Green Bean Workshop on Thursday, July 9, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. in the AgriLife Extension Auditorium.

Summer is one of the best times to preserve green beans. Whether you're harvesting from your own garden, visiting a local farmers market, or simply looking to learn a new skill, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to safely make delicious pickled green beans that can be enjoyed long after the growing season ends.

Participants will learn food safety principles, brine preparation, jar packing, and water bath canning techniques using a research-tested recipe.

Workshop Details
• Date: July 9, 2026
• Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
• Location: AgriLife Auditorium
• Cost: $40 per person
• Registration Deadline: July 2, 2026

Space is limited, so register early!

By Family & Consumer Sciences Committee

06/10/2026

06/08/2026

Summer 5 CEU Seminar - 5 CEU
West Side Complex, 8138 FM 3246, Baytown, TX 77523| Tuesday, June 16th, 2026
9:00am | $50 – Please pre-register by June 10th.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-5-ceu-seminar-tickets-1989841785345?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/05/2026

NOW ENROLLING: Business in Development (B.I.D.) Academy

Ready to grow your business and learn how to navigate government contracting, marketing, bookkeeping, proposal writing, access to capital, and more? Join us for this powerful multi-session academy designed to help entrepreneurs build, position, and scale their businesses.

Session Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 30th-July 30th
Time: 6:00PM-7:30PM
Location: The Press Building,549 4th Street, Port Arthur, TX 77640

Scan the QR code or register here: http://bit.ly/43fGe9C

Seats are limited!

06/02/2026

Port Arthur International Seafarers' Center
Port Arthur Area Shrimpers Association
Texas A&M AgriLife Coastal & Marine Resources - Chambers/Jefferson

05/13/2026

Join us for Cookie Camp at the Extension Office on June 5th!

This workshop is hands-on and for ages 6 & up. We will learn how to make and bake sugar cookies along with how to decorate them. All cookies made and decorated in the class will get to be taken home!

Registration Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: June 1st
Please register at the link below.

By Family & Consumer Sciences Committee

05/13/2026

Now enrolling for Maritime Ambassador Program, hosted by the Port of Beaumont and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. This is a 5 day interactive program for local youth to learn about the maritime industry.

FREE
June 8th-12th /8am-5pm
Breakfast & lunch provided
Ages 13 & up
Limited registration

Dive into fun at Maritime Ambassador Program, where you'll explore the sea, make new friends, and enjoy awesome activities! LIMITED SPOTS!