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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Status Update
UGA Extension has provided online educational programming, consultations and essential lab services during the COVID-19 pandemic while observing safe health practices for employees and the public. We offer resources for adults and 4-H youth on health, food, finances, parenting, agriculture and more. For the latest status on programs, contact your local Extension office or visit the events calendar.
Take the 2020 Census
Due to COVID-19, the schedule for the census self-response has been extended to October 31. Complete it today by mail, telephone or online.
Healthy Georgia Connections Newsletter
The Jefferson County Extension Office lobby is currently closed to the public. However, we are continuing to work and can be reached at the office number: 478-625-3046. We have a drop box placed outside the door for soil, water and other sample processing. There are many 4-H activities to pick up for students along with free seed and hands-on activities. Please call with any questions. Our office hours are: Monday- Friday from 8:00am- 5:00pm (12:00pm-1:00pm lunch).
Mission
The mission of the UGA Extension Jefferson County Office is to provide information and education in the areas of agriculture, home economics, rural and agricultural community development.
Address & Phone
UGA Extension Jefferson County
2529 US Highway 1 N
Louisville, GA 30434-5213
(478) 625-3046
(478) 625-4023 fax
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Jun 10 Green Thumb Virtual Lectures: Water-wise Gardening This month, the lecture will take place online using Zoom (for more information about Zoom, visit zoom.com). Anyone is welcome to attend. This class is a part of Athens-Clarke County Extension's Green Thumb Lectures, our 2020 free monthly gardening class series. It will include an informative presentation on topics including the importance of water conservation, methods for stewarding water efficiently in your garden, and managing evaporative water loss. Gardeners of all experience levels are welcome. The Zoom meeting room will open up at 5:45 with the presentation starting at 6:00pm . Please make sure to register as you will be emailed the Zoom link to attend the online meeting closer to time. We hope you can attend! For any questions, please email Laura Ney at lney@uga.edu. Bogart, GA - (90.0 Miles)
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Jun 16 POSTPONED - Yes I Can! Home Food Preservation:Pressure Canning Interested in learning to use a pressure canner to safely preserve low-acid foods? This hands-on home food preservation workshop is for you! Waynesboro, GA - (26.0 Miles)
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Jun 19 CANCELLED - Child Passenger Safety This class provides instruction on the importance and proper use of car seats and safety belts for children when riding in vehicles. The class is open to all parents regardless of financial status or residency. However, qualified participants (Burke County resident who is WIC, PeachCare, or Medicaid eligible) will receive a free car seat or booster seat that meets the needs of their child. Please note that there is a two seat per family limit. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Waynesboro, GA - (26.0 Miles)
