Extension Homemaker Lessons
Extension Homemaker Lessons
2011 - 2012
Homemaker Lessons aren't just for Homemakers -
EVERYONE is welcome to come and there's no charge to attend!
September - 2011
"Meats 101"
Frequently Asked Questions about the Retail Meat Case
Wednesday, 9/7/11 - Grayson County Extension Office @ 10:00 a.m., CST.
The average American eats over 200 pounds of meat each year. Some of the most common questions asked by consumers are how to select the proper cut, determine the best preparation method, how to store properly, and food safety basics. This program will answer those questions as well as cover a few other considerations when selecting meat.
October - 2011
"Meditation, Breathing & Stretching Exercise for Stress Release & Flexibility"
Handout 1 Handout 2 Handout 3 Handout 4 Handout 5
Tuesday, 10/4/11- Hardin County Extension Office @ 9:30 a.m., CST.
This lesson offers participants accessible tools to assist them in implementing safe, simple meditation techniques, deep breathing, and basic standing and seated stretching exercises. Through participation in this program and practice of these siple exercises, participants will increase their physical activity level and flexibility, and will know how to release stress and tension when needed.
November - 2011
"The Extreme Holiday Recipe Makeover"
Healthy Holiday Foods - A Matter of Choice Healthy Holiday Foods Handout
Monday, 10/31/11 - Grayson County Extension Office @ 9:30 a.m., CST.
Do you want to enjoy your favority holiday foods, but maybe a little healthier or just with a new twist on an old favorite? Extreme Holiday Recipe Makeover will provide you with recipes and samples of old favorites with a new taste or some new healthier recipes to birng to your table!
January - 2012
"Fashion Trends Color Charting"
Color is Key Extending your Wardrobe Investment
Mail Out Lesson
Is your wardrobe looking a little drab? Learn how to incorporate the color of the season into your pieces at home to give your wardrobe a fashion makeover.
February - 2012
"Fish Cookery"
Thursday, 2/2/12 - Grayson County Extension Office @ 10:00 a.m., CST.
Everyone knows that fish is good for you. The fats in fish, especially fatty fish like salmon, tuna, and mackerel are thought to help prevent heart disease and can even aid in preventing diseases like Alzheimer's and stroke. But it seems that many people are afraid of cooking fish at home. Buying, storing, and cooking fish isn't difficult; it just requires a little knowledge. This program will go over tips and suggestions on how to start incorporating more fish into your diet.
March - 2012
"Shake Down on Sodium - Salt Overload"
Make Better Choices to Lower Salt Shake Down on Sodium Publication
Tuesday, 3/6/12 - Breckinridge County Exension Office @ 9:30 a.m., CST.
Many Americans are getting a salt overload, especially through processed foods. This lesson will cover sources of sodium in your diet, ways to decrease your sodium intake, how sodium affects your health, and reading food labels to compare sodium content. You will also learn info about different salt varieties such as kosher salt, sea salt, seasoned salts, etc.
April - 2012
"Saving Water & Energy in your Home & Garden"
Saving Water Saves Money Building a Rain Barrel Add up the Savings
Thursday, 3/29/12 - Hardin County Extension Office @ 9:30 a.m., CST.
This lesson will guide homemakes in ways to reduce consumption of energy or resources in their home garden by conserving water. An area horticulture agent will give you ideas on how to manage water issues in your home landscape such as developing a rain garden.
May - 2012
"Edible Arrangements"
Edible Arrangement Guidelines Fruits & Veg Food Safety
Friday, 4/27/12 - Breckinridge County Extension Office @ 9:30 a.m., CST.
Come and learn how to make a fruit centerpiece and/or gift. Fruit provides lots of color, nutrients, and taste and make great gifts when cut and arranged into a beautiful bouquet! With the right tools and skills you can make a beautiful fruit bouquet for many occasions. Nutrients and benefits of fruit will also be discussed.
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