Family & Consumer Sciences
The Family & Consumer Science (FACS) mission is to extend lifelong learning through trusted resources to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in agriculture, the environment, communities, youth and families. Tips for improving health, finances, food preparation and family interactions are frequently featured throughout the website. We look for collaborations with community partners to give timely access to information and programming on a local and state level.
FACS County Extension Agent
Green Cleaning
Please push the button above to learn about Green Cleaning
Push the button above for more information of food allergies
Push the button above for more information on Nutrition
Please push button above for instructions on ordering a So Easy To Preserve Book
We will start our VITA appointments in January of 2026:
Please call the number below to set up your appointments:
Liz Clarke
Family & Consumer Sciences Agent
229-276-2612
If you are in need of ServSafe manager training we can help you with that. Push the button above for a full list of ServSafe manager classes that are available.
Upcoming Events
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Sep 4 Credits and Coffee: Keeping on Target Grab a cup of coffee, a biscuit, and earn some pesticide credits. 1 CEU in Categories: 10 (Private), 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 & 31 Presentation: Keeping on Target
- Meansville, GA - (81.0 Miles)
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Sep 9 Kokedama Workshop Explore the Japanese art of kokedama! Nicole Caldwell will guide you through the history and care of this beautiful botanical craft, and attendees will create their own kokedama to take home. Moss and plant included. $10 for in-person participation. Online participation is free.
- Virtual Event
- Lawrenceville, GA - (138.0 Miles)
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Sep 10 Cobb County Food Preservation Workshop - Pepper Jelly Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn the basics of home food preservation. In this class, participants will make pepper jelly while learning safe, research-based methods for preparing jams and jellies using water-bath canning. Seating is limited.
- Marietta, GA - (144.0 Miles)