FCHS, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

FCHS, Rutgers Cooperative Extension FCHS of RCE has a long history of providing community outreach throughout NJ to promote health and w

Join Meredith Taylor, MPH, FCHS Educator next Wednesday September 24th at 12:30pm as she discusses Fall Gardening (Part ...
09/18/2025

Join Meredith Taylor, MPH, FCHS Educator next Wednesday September 24th at 12:30pm as she discusses Fall Gardening (Part 2): Transitioning Your Garden. Growing cool weather crops into late fall and early winter is easy. Join us for Part 2 of our series on extending your season. This is the time where we assess our season, wind down with summer crops and look towards planting our cool weather crops under cover.
Register here: http://go.rutgers.edu/n4pdtlfv
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Join Veronica Jones, PhD, MPH, CHES, FCHS Educator today Wednesday September 17th at 12:30pm as she discusses Combating ...
09/17/2025

Join Veronica Jones, PhD, MPH, CHES, FCHS Educator today Wednesday September 17th at 12:30pm as she discusses Combating Childhood Obesity as a Family: Strategies for Parents and Caregivers. Childhood obesity is a growing concern that affects not only children's physical health but also their emotional well-being and future quality of life. This webinar is designed to empower families with practical tools, knowledge, and support to create healthier home environments and build lifelong habits together.
Register here: http://go.rutgers.edu/1yizty2j
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Join Veronica Jones, PhD, MPH, CHES, FCHS Educator next Wednesday September 17th at 12:30pm as she discusses Combating C...
09/11/2025

Join Veronica Jones, PhD, MPH, CHES, FCHS Educator next Wednesday September 17th at 12:30pm as she discusses Combating Childhood Obesity as a Family: Strategies for Parents and Caregivers. Childhood obesity is a growing concern that affects not only children's physical health but also their emotional well-being and future quality of life. This webinar is designed to empower families with practical tools, knowledge, and support to create healthier home environments and build lifelong habits together.
Register here: http://go.rutgers.edu/1yizty2j
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Salads can be a fresh and flavorful way to enjoy plant-based foods—but not all salads are equally healthy. 🥗 Just becaus...
09/11/2025

Salads can be a fresh and flavorful way to enjoy plant-based foods—but not all salads are equally healthy. 🥗 Just because it’s called a salad doesn’t mean it’s packed with nutrients. To truly build a better salad, use MyPlate as your guide and choose ingredients that help your body thrive. MyPlate is the official nutrition guide published by the USDA.

✔ Include a mix of vegetables, fruits, protein, grains, and dairy.
✔ Limit high-fat, high-sodium dressings or heavy toppings.
✔ Fill your bowl with a variety of colors and textures.

Eating a balanced salad supports your health by providing vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants—which could help reduce your risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Ready to build yours? 🔗 Learn more: https://njaes.rutgers.edu/fs1257/

Family and Community Health Sciences (FCHS), part of Rutgers Cooperative
Extension: Promoting Wellness, Nutrition, and Food Security in Our Community.

Join Annalise VanVranken, MS, FCHS Educator today Wednesday September 10th at 12:30pm as she discusses Hunger Action Mon...
09/10/2025

Join Annalise VanVranken, MS, FCHS Educator today Wednesday September 10th at 12:30pm as she discusses Hunger Action Month. September is Hunger Action Month. Each September, Hunger Action Month unites millions to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger. Join us to learn how to get involved to support NJ communities.
Register here: http://go.rutgers.edu/dkqtnsg6
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Join Annalise VanVranken, MS, FCHS Educator next Wednesday September 10th at 12:30pm as she discusses Hunger Action Mont...
09/04/2025

Join Annalise VanVranken, MS, FCHS Educator next Wednesday September 10th at 12:30pm as she discusses Hunger Action Month. September is Hunger Action Month. Each September, Hunger Action Month unites millions to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger. Join us to learn how to get involved to support NJ communities.
Register here: http://go.rutgers.edu/dkqtnsg6
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Join Carolyn Iwicki today,Wednesday August 27th at 12:30pm as she discusses  Positive Releases to Cope with Work Stresso...
08/27/2025

Join Carolyn Iwicki today,Wednesday August 27th at 12:30pm as she discusses Positive Releases to Cope with Work Stressors. Work life balance is good in theory but stressors from work can carry over into our personal life. This presentation will offer resources for coping with stressors for better work life balance.
Register here: go.rutgers.edu/u8pve3y4
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension
FCHS Cape May County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County

Join Carolyn Iwicki next week on Wednesday August 27th at 12:30pm as she discusses  Positive Releases to Cope with Work ...
08/21/2025

Join Carolyn Iwicki next week on Wednesday August 27th at 12:30pm as she discusses Positive Releases to Cope with Work Stressors. Work life balance is good in theory but stressors from work can carry over into our personal life. This presentation will offer resources for coping with stressors for better work life balance.
Register here: go.rutgers.edu/u8pve3y4
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension
FCHS Cape May County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County

Join Jennifer Rachel Tansey, MA today, Wednesday August 20th at 12:30pm as she discusses  Wellness Tips to Set the Schoo...
08/20/2025

Join Jennifer Rachel Tansey, MA today, Wednesday August 20th at 12:30pm as she discusses Wellness Tips to Set the School Year up for Success. Starting the school year off on the right foot is crucial for maintaining health and well-being. Here are some tips to help parents and students achieve a successful and balanced school year.
Register here: go.rutgers.edu/nx3cb5cb
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension
FCHS Monmouth County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Join Jennifer Rachel Tansey, MA on Wednesday August 20th at 12:30pm as she discusses  Wellness Tips to Set the School Ye...
08/14/2025

Join Jennifer Rachel Tansey, MA on Wednesday August 20th at 12:30pm as she discusses Wellness Tips to Set the School Year up for Success. Starting the school year off on the right foot is crucial for maintaining health and well-being. Here are some tips to help parents and students achieve a successful and balanced school year.
Register here: go.rutgers.edu/nx3cb5cb
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension
FCHS Monmouth County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Join Jennifer Taylor, RDN, CHES & Sherri Cirignano, MS, RDN, LDN today, Wednesday August 13th at 12:30pm as they discuss...
08/13/2025

Join Jennifer Taylor, RDN, CHES & Sherri Cirignano, MS, RDN, LDN today, Wednesday August 13th at 12:30pm as they discuss Preserving the Harvest. Whether you are growing it yourself or purchasing from a local farm or store, you can preserve bountiful produce for months to come! Information about the Rutgers Home Food Preservation Program will be shared so you can learn even more.
Register here: go.rutgers.edu/ae5nf2ow
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension
FCHS Warren County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Warren County

Join Jennifer Taylor, RDN, CHES & Sherri Cirignano, MS, RDN, LDN Wednesday August 13th at 12:30pm as they discuss Preser...
08/07/2025

Join Jennifer Taylor, RDN, CHES & Sherri Cirignano, MS, RDN, LDN Wednesday August 13th at 12:30pm as they discuss Preserving the Harvest. Whether you are growing it yourself or purchasing from a local farm or store, you can preserve bountiful produce for months to come! Information about the Rutgers Home Food Preservation Program will be shared so you can learn even more.
Register here: go.rutgers.edu/ae5nf2ow
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
FCHS Middlesex County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension
FCHS Warren County, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Warren County

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FCHS, Rutgers Cooperative Extension

The Family & Community Health Sciences (FCHS) department of Rutgers Cooperative Extension has a long history of providing community outreach throughout New Jersey to promote health and wellness. Research shows that the risk for diseases such as cancer, obesity, heart disease, diabetes and hypertension could be decreased through healthful eating and regular physical activity. By providing science-based educational programs for all age groups on a variety of nutrition and health related topics, we combine research and practical advice to strive to improve your health for a better tomorrow.

We offer a variety of educational programs that are designed to inform residents of current health related news, guidelines and recommendations to promote healthier families, individuals and communities. Rutgers Cooperative Extension is part of the NJ Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, local county governments and the United States Department of Agriculture.