UGA Extension Grady County - FACS

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🍽️ Become a Certified Food Safety Manager! πŸ›‘οΈWhether you work in a restaurant, school nutrition program, healthcare, chi...
09/03/2026

🍽️ Become a Certified Food Safety Manager! πŸ›‘οΈ

Whether you work in a restaurant, school nutrition program, healthcare, childcare, or any food service operation, earning your ServSafe Manager Certification demonstrates your commitment to food safety and helps keep your customers safe.

πŸ“… ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam
πŸ—“οΈ Monday, September 21, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
πŸ“ Grady County Extension Office
65 11th Ave. NE
Cairo, GA 39828

πŸ’² Cost: $150 per person

Your registration includes:
βœ”οΈ 8-hour instructor-led course
βœ”οΈ ServSafe Manager Certification Exam
βœ”οΈ Course materials
βœ”οΈ Light snacks

πŸ“ Pre-registration is required!
Register online here:
https://forms.gle/EzK7Fk1z9W72cL4M9

⏳ Can't commit to the full 8-hour class? Contact me to learn about other ServSafe training opportunities that may better fit your schedule.

πŸ“ž For more information, contact the Grady County Extension Office at 229-377-1312 or [email protected]

Space is limited, so don't wait! Register today and invest in the knowledge and certification that helps protect the health of those you serve.

πŸ“£ **VENDORS WANTED!** πŸ“£We are looking for **community organizations, agencies, healthcare providers, and resource partne...
09/02/2026

πŸ“£ **VENDORS WANTED!** πŸ“£

We are looking for **community organizations, agencies, healthcare providers, and resource partners** to join us for the **2027 Grady County Health & Resource Fair!**

πŸ“… **Friday, January 15, 2027**
⏰ **9:00 AM – 12:00 PM**
πŸ“ **Roddenberry Memorial Library**
320 North Broad Street | Cairo, GA

This FREE community event is designed to connect Grady County residents with valuable **health services, educational information, and local community resources**.

We are looking for vendors who can provide or share information about:

🩺 Health screenings & wellness services
🏠 Community & social services
πŸ₯— Nutrition & healthy living
🧠 Mental health & support services
🀝 Family and community resources
βž• And other services that benefit our community!

We already have several community partners planning to join us, including **Georgia Department of Public Health, Archbold, Grady County Family Connection, Magnolia Senior Living, and Roddenberry Memorial Library** β€” and we would love to add **YOUR organization** to the list!

πŸ’š **Share your services. Connect with our community. Help make a difference!**

πŸ“‹ **VENDOR REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!**

Register here:
https://forms.gle/2a2zKMewGzgnggBt8

Know an organization that should be there? **Tag them or share this post with them!** Help us bring together as many health and community resources as possible for Grady County.

πŸ€πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Clovers in the Kitchen is Back! πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³πŸ€Calling all young chefs in 4th–8th grade! Join us for our next Clovers in the K...
09/01/2026

πŸ€πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Clovers in the Kitchen is Back! πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³πŸ€

Calling all young chefs in 4th–8th grade! Join us for our next Clovers in the Kitchen class for an afternoon of hands-on cooking, learning, and fun!

πŸ“… Thursday, September 17
⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM
πŸ“ Grady County Agriculture Center

Participants will build their kitchen skills while learning about food safety, nutrition, measuring, following recipes, and preparing delicious foods. πŸ₯£πŸ΄

πŸ’² Cost: $15 per participant

⚠️ Space is limited, and online registration is required!
πŸ‘‰ Register for the September 17 class: https://forms.gle/VBrmebxA6x9Brdgh7

πŸ“† Want to mark your calendars for the upcoming year?
Our upcoming Clovers in the Kitchen classes are scheduled for:
πŸ€ October 15
πŸ€ November 19
πŸ€ December 17
πŸ€ February 18
πŸ€ March 18
πŸ€ April 15

Registration for each class will open the day after the previous class ends. Space is limited, so be sure to watch for registration announcements!

For more information, contact UGA Extension – Grady County at 229-377-1312.

πŸ€ We can't wait to get cooking with our 4-H'ers!

πŸ…πŸ₯’ Ready to Preserve the Harvest? Join Our Pickling Workshop! πŸ₯’πŸ…Registration is now OPEN for our next **Food Preservatio...
08/26/2026

πŸ…πŸ₯’ Ready to Preserve the Harvest? Join Our Pickling Workshop! πŸ₯’πŸ…

Registration is now OPEN for our next **Food Preservation Workshop!

πŸ“… Friday, September 19, 2026
πŸ₯’Topic: Pickling
πŸ’²25 per person
πŸ‘₯ Space is limited!

Whether you're new to home food preservation or looking to build your skills, this hands-on workshop will teach you research-based, safe pickling methods so you can confidently preserve your favorite vegetables at home.

πŸ«™ What Participants Will Receive:
β€’ Hands-on instruction in Pressure Canning or Boiling Water Bath & Steam Canning procedures
β€’ Approved recipes for preserving home-canned products
β€’ One jar of a homemade canned item to take home
β€’ UGA Canvas tote bag

βœ… Online registration is required:
https://forms.gle/CLL7yTaYsN22rvN36

Don't waitβ€”spots fill quickly! We look forward to helping you learn the art and science of safe food preservation.

πŸ€πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Clovers in the Kitchen is Back! πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³πŸ€Calling all young chefs in 4th–8th grade! Join us for our next Clovers in the K...
08/25/2026

πŸ€πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Clovers in the Kitchen is Back! πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³πŸ€

Calling all young chefs in 4th–8th grade! Join us for our next Clovers in the Kitchen class for an afternoon of hands-on cooking, learning, and fun!

πŸ“… Thursday, September 17
⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM
πŸ“ Grady County Agriculture Center

Participants will build their kitchen skills while learning about food safety, nutrition, measuring, following recipes, and preparing delicious foods. πŸ₯£πŸ΄

πŸ’² Cost: $15 per participant

⚠️ Space is limited, and online registration is required!
πŸ‘‰ Register for the September 17 class: https://forms.gle/VBrmebxA6x9Brdgh7

πŸ“† Want to mark your calendars for the upcoming year?
Our upcoming Clovers in the Kitchen classes are scheduled for:
πŸ€ October 15
πŸ€ November 19
πŸ€ December 17
πŸ€ February 18
πŸ€ March 18
πŸ€ April 15

Registration for each class will open the day after the previous class ends. Space is limited, so be sure to watch for registration announcements!

For more information, contact UGA Extension – Grady County at 229-377-1312.

πŸ€ We can't wait to get cooking with our 4-H'ers!

Last chance to register for CPR Certification Class!πŸš‘β€οΈ Be Prepared to Save a Life! β€οΈπŸš‘UGA Extension – Grady County FACS...
08/20/2026

Last chance to register for CPR Certification Class!

πŸš‘β€οΈ Be Prepared to Save a Life! β€οΈπŸš‘

UGA Extension – Grady County FACS is offering a CPR Certification Class!

πŸ“… Friday, August 21, 2026
πŸ•˜ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
πŸ“ Grady County Agriculture Center

Choose the option that best fits your needs:
βœ… Free – Attend the class (no certification)
βœ… $50 – BLS Certification
βœ… $75 – Heartsaver Certification

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, teacher, coach, healthcare professional, or simply want to be prepared for an emergency, this class will provide valuable lifesaving skills.

πŸ“ Online registration is required:
https://forms.gle/Q1ZbfQ1Lmp6HwQcQ8

Space is limited, so register today! We look forward to helping you gain the confidence and skills to respond when every second counts.

For more information, feel free to contact Grady County FACS Agent Janette Burkes at 229-377-1312.

Address

65 11th Avenue NE
Cairo, GA
39828

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12293771312

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