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The University of Georgia Putnam County Cooperative Extension office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education. See more information about our services in

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Upcoming Events

  • Jul 21 College Applications & Scholarships Writing Workshop Are you a rising high school senior planning to attend college? Whether you already have a draft or have no idea where to begin, join me as I go over key factors to consider when building your college list, differentiate the application platforms, highlight a few scholarship opportunities, break down the main components of the application process, and provide you with writing tips. After the presentation, you’ll have time to work on your essays and receive feedback from both peers and me. Bring your questions and your laptop if you prefer typing your essay! This is workshop 4 out of 4 this summer 2026.
    • Griffin, GA - (54.0 Miles)
  • Jul 28 Fall Gardening Workshop Thinking about planting a fall vegetable garden? Join Lincoln County Extension for a FREE educational program and learn what to plant, when to plant it, and how to set your garden up for success this fall. Whether you're a first-time gardener or have years of experience, you'll leave with practical, research-based tips to help you grow a productive fall harvest.
    • Lincolnton, GA - (63.0 Miles)
  • Aug 13 Eastanollee Cannery Workshop - Tomatoes with Okra - 10am-12:30pm Learn the basics of canning safely and get hands-on experience using the Eastanollee Cannery. Each date has 2 identical sessions: 10am-12:30pm and 4pm-6:30pm. Choose the session that works best for your schedule. Registration is REQUIRED and can be done online or by calling 706-677-6230. In this class we'll can TOMATOES WITH OKRA.
    • Eastanollee, GA - (80.0 Miles)

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