UF IFAS Nassau County Family Consumer Science

10/03/2025

A few weeks ago we had a blast in our Cooking Naturally classes. We learned to make candy and preserves more naturally using natural sugars! More classes coming in November!!

10/01/2025

🥄 Interested in a Challenge? How about a Food Challenge!
The Nassau County 4-H Food Challenge is open to youth ages 9–18 and is the perfect way to learn cooking basics, explore nutrition, and get creative with mystery ingredients. 🍳🥦
Register via 4-H Online: https://NassauFoodChallenge.4honline.com
Need help with registration or have questions? Give our office a call 904-530-6353
UF IFAS Nassau County Family Consumer Science

09/29/2025

SNEAK PREVIEW! MASTER GARDENER PLANT SALE!

Here's a partial list of the beautiful plants, raised by Master Gardener Volunteers, at our upcoming plant sale!

Our plant sale take place on Saturday, October 4 from 9 am to 12 pm at the Rebecca L. Jordi Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road in Yulee. CASH OR CHECK ONLY. Please carpool if possible.

Watch throughout the week for more plant announcements!

09/24/2025

Facing a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming — whether you're the patient, a caregiver, or a loved one. To help ease the journey, the University of Florida and UF Health Cancer Center have created a free online course: Taking Control of Your Cancer Diagnosis.

This self-paced program offers 14 expert-led modules covering key topics that matter most during this time — from understanding your diagnosis to managing financial concerns and accessing support.

Enroll today and explore the modules at your convenience
https://ifas-youthfamcomm.catalog.instructure.com/courses/tcycd

09/04/2025

September is National Fruits and Veggies Month! Small changes can add up to big results, especially when adding fruits and veggies to our diets. For more tips and recipes visit our friends at Have a Plant. https://fruitsandveggies.org/

08/11/2025

Join us for our 3-Day Youth Hunter Safety Course!
✅ No equipment needed
✅ Ages 11–18 (4-H age as of September 1) — Must be a 4-H member
✅ Learn hunter safety skills, Florida hunting laws, & safe equipment handling

📢 Spots are limited — register now and get ready to hunt safely & responsibly!
Register via 4-H Online: https://4-hfwchuntersafety.4honline.com

07/30/2025

07/28/2025

Looking for a fun, enriching way to spend time with your family this fall? Books & Cooks is a FREE 7-week program designed to bring families together through the joy of reading and cooking! Each weekly session is packed with hands-on activities that promote literacy, healthy eating, and meaningful family time.

When: Sessions are once a week from September 9 – October 30.

Where: Yulee, FL
85831 Miner Road, Yulee, Florida

Cost: FREE!
Why Join Books & Cooks?
-Boost literacy with engaging reading activities.
-Learn healthy eating habits through fun cooking experiences.
-Connect as a family in a supportive, welcoming environment.
-Get free books, childcare, and dinner.
-Earn incentives for participating in research surveys.
-This program is open to families with children in elementary school.

Space is limited, so don’t wait!

Register now: Click here to apply

https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6FQi3vVu7ospiLk?Q_CHL=qr

Have Questions or Need Help?
Contact Tammy Barnard at Nassau County Extension: barnardt@ufl.edu

Learn more: Books & Cooks Info Page

An equal opportunity institution.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/books-and-cooks-tickets-1537882571169?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/25/2025

Join Us tomorrow!

07/24/2025

Mark Your Calendars!!

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare present:

“The Challenges (& Rewards) of Kinship Care”
A Community Conversation

Tuesday, August 12, 2025
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Story & Song Neighborhood Bookstore Bistro
1430 Park Avenue, Fernandina Beach

Are you raising your grandchildren? Your nieces or nephews?
Florida has more than 200,000 children being raised by grandparents or other relatives.

On August 12, Story & Song’s monthly “Tuesdays with TED” presentation will feature a Community Conversation about relatives raising relatives: understanding the reasons, the
mental and financial stresses, the lifestyle changes. The TED Talk video presenter is Dr. Angela Tobin, founder and executive director of Kinship Caregivers Connect.

Following the video, NAMI & Starting Point volunteer Maureen Kingsley Paschke will facilitate audience discussion. Attend the event to learn more about this particular type of caregiving in
NE Florida, or if you have experience as a kinship caregiver or were raised by a non-parent relative, you are welcome to share your story as you are comfortable.

“Tuesdays with TED Community Conversation” is free and open to the public. Mark your calendar and bring a friend. Reservations are not necessary.
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07/18/2025

What a refreshing treat for a summer afternoon!

07/16/2025

🍷 Sip, shop, and soak up the summer vibes at Fernandina Beach Main Street's Summer Sip & Shop (Aug 1). Your ticket includes a wine tumbler, wristband, and a map of all participating local stops—cheers to supporting small businesses! 🌺
https://bit.ly/3InQghO