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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 Towns County Cooperative Extension Office extends lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education.
Some of our most popular services include:
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Long Haul Research
UGA breeders create varieties versatile enough to grow in several different regions.
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Radon test kits available from UGA Cooperative Extension
Protect your health
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Hospitality Student Internships
Students get firsthand learning as industry adapts during COVID-19.
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Striking species has golden webs, snacks on some stink bugs.
Discovered in Georgia seven years ago, the Asian spider is settling in.
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DDDI Goes International
The software can identify pests and provide rapid diagnosis on food shipments.
Free online learning
24/7 Tips to live a more active lifestyle, shop smarter, make healthier food choices, and cook delicious meals on a budget! Receive free kitchen and fitness items.
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Oct 29 Oh No I'm Allergic This is a childcare training for childcare providers and staff to share best practices for tackling &adapting to food allergies for menu planning and meal preparation. This training will also share innovated and healthy ways to diversify childcare center menus. This will be a virtual training on October 29, 2020 from 6:15pm -8:15pm. The cost for this program will be $10.00. Pay method: PayPal. Me/Chathamcounty4 Mail Check to: 17 Minus Ave. Garden City GA 31408
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Nov 2 - Nov 3 4-H & Fanning Joint Youth Voice Town Hall - NW District Part of a virtual town hall series allowing youth voice to help influence policies and programming both in UGA youth interactions and in local communities. These town halls bring together select senior 4-H'ers and adult community leaders to exchange ideas, feedback, and insights.
- Athens, GA - (67.0 Miles)
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Nov 2 Adding Financial Power to Your Week-Virtual Series Session 1-Making a Plan: Life Insurance & Retirement with Joan Koonce, PhD This virtual series will be held via Zoom each Monday (except 11/23) in November at 2PM. Join in and learn ways to add financial power to your week.
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