FACS Upcoming Events
If you would like to attend one of our upcoming programs, please call our office (if registration is required).
PREVENT T2 LIFESTYLE CHANGE PROGRAM!
Are you or someone you know prediabetic or at risk for type 2 diabetes? Would you like to learn more about lifestyles changes that can help improve your overall health and prevent type 2 diabetes for you or your loved ones?
Join us for this FREE informational session on Prevent T2: You Can Make A Change For Life
This session will be held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm.
In this session, you will learn about the Prevent T2 Lifestyle change program proven to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. This program includes CDC-approved curriculum and a trained lifestyle coach. Participants will be supported and guided on how to eat healthy, add physical activity to routine, manage stress and stay motivated.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn about the Prevent T2 program, assess your risk and eligibility, and Receive enrollment information!
Register TODAY! at https://bit.ly/3UNrxaj
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN!
Sign up now for our FREE Virtual Cooking Club for kids!
Cobb County 4-H along with Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) will be hosting Kids in the Kitchen, a virtual cooking club free for kids of all ages!
Kids in the Kitchen Virtual Cooking Club is a free club for kids to have fun as they learn more about food safety, cooking and nutrition.
Classes will be held on Zoom once a month on Tuesday evenings 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Adult supervision Required.
Please mark your calendars for FALL 2024 class dates :
September 24, October 29, and December 3.
In this class, kids will learn Master food safety, cooking and nutrition. Participants will receive two tasty recipes each month! Recipes and Zoom link are sent the week prior to class. So come join in on the fun and learn together as a family!
We look forward to cooking with you all soon!
EAT HEALTHY BE ACTIVE
Sign up today for our FREE youth classes at 770-528-4070!
These classes are hands-on and full of activities to promote healthy eating and nutrition for youth while enhancing learning and developmental skills in kids!
Programs and classes cover a wide range of areas topics, such as large group, art, music, math, outdoor play, dramatic play, youth literature, and more.
Lets's have fun as we improve our children's health and well-being by teaching key nutrition and physical activity concepts!
For more information, call us at 770-528-4070 or visit us at the office at 678 South Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060.
SERVSAFE CERTIFICATON TRAINING
Anyone in need of Food Safety Training?
Session Dates: APRIL 2 - 3, 2025 & SEPTEMBER 16-17, 2025
This class is a two-day training course in food safety and sanitation for any Food Service Professionals or Managers in Training. Upon successful completion of SERVSAFE© course and exam, participants will receive their certification, current for five years.
Course cost is $150.00 (includes book & test).
Pre-paid registration is required. Please call 770-528-4070 to register or vist the office at 678 South Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060.
April registration form here. September registration form here.
*Non-refundable. Rescheduling is permitted at no cost for future session. Please speak with the FACS agent for more information.
THE 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE IS COMING SOON!
Please check back with us shortly.
Food Preservation Workshops
Interested in canning?
THE 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE IS COMING SOON! Please check back with us shortly.
Join our FACS Agent, Zoe, as she walks us through the steps of canning various food products.
All classes are held at our Cobb County Extension Office.
Register by calling our office: 770-528-4070.
Registration can be paid by phone, cash or check, or in person by visiting our office at 678 South Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060.
Make checks payable to Cobb County 4-H
Questions? Call Zoe at 770-528-4070
*Please note, minimum of 5 participants is needed per class. Otherwise class will be rescheduled or cancelled.