Estill County Extension Family & Consumer Sciences
November 2023 Edition
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Estill County Extension Family & Consumer Sciences
November 2023
Hi everyone,
It is hard to believe that November is here. I know several of you will be having Thanksgiving meals. Please follow these quick tips for food safety:
¨ Wash hands for 30 seconds using warm water and soap
¨ Thaw meat in the refrigerator on the bottom shelf or in cold water changing it out frequently
¨ Keep raw foods separate from cooked foods and fruits and vegetables/use separate cutting boards
¨ Wash fruits and vegetables and wipe off the lids of can goods
¨ Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold
Come by the office for publications on food safety and proper ways to prepare your food.
The new Homemaker year is starting. If you would like to join Estill County Extension Homemakers, contact me. If you have a group that would like to start a club, let me know also. You can meet at anytime or anywhere.
Thank you and have a wonderful November.
Judy Vaughn
County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences
Dates of Interest
- November 2nd 4:45—Not Your Momma’s Homemaker Meeting, Extension Office
- November 14th 11:30—Sugar and Spice Homemaker Meeting, El Ranchito
- November 6th—Smart Consumer Class 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.
- November 11th 1:30—Rather Be Quilting
- November 21st 4:00– Leader Lesson, Seasoning with Spices
- November 24th and 25th—Office Closed
- December 5th 10:00-12:00—Gifts from the Kitchen
- December 12th 5:00—Homemaker’s Christmas Extravaganza, Extension Office
Homemakers News
Hello Estill Homemakers,
Not Your Momma’s group met October 5th. We discussed business items and upcoming activities for the year and have started new projects. We shared cupcakes for Cheyenne’s birthday and started cross-stitch on bookmarks.
Our next meeting will be Thursday, November 2 at 4:45 p.m. at the Estill County Extension Office. During this meeting we will be building gift bags for the Irvine School Apartment residents (there are 17 apartments). If you would like to donate or help, please stop by and join our meeting. We will be accepting non-perishable microwavable items and snacks for these gift bags.
The Homemaker’s Bluegrass Area annual meeting was held Friday, October 13th in Nicholas County. We had 9 Estill County Homemaker attend the meeting. After the business portion of the meeting, attendees were entertained by stories of Rebecca Boone’s life. There were several door prizes and silent auction items to raise money for ovarian cancer. Next year the Bluegrass Area annual meeting will be in Powell County.
After the meeting our Homemakers took a short drive to see a covered bridge to add to our homemaker passports. If you would like more information on the Homemaker Passport contact FCS Agent Judy Vaughn.
On November 14th, the Estill County Extension Homemakers will be starting a specialty club for plant enthusiasts. During this meeting attendees will be learning about bud vases from Cheyenne Lamb. This specialty club is open to any Homemaker and will be held at the Extension Office. More information can be found on page 8 of this newsletter.
If you would like to know more about Volunteer Service (VSU) hours, the book list, or any of our other fun activities, please contact the Estill County Extension Office at (606) 723-4557. Also, let us know if you have any trip ideas or service project ideas.
We hope to see you at some of the next meetings.
Rebecca Lamb, Estill County Homemakers
Estill County Extension Homemakers - It's time to pay your dues.
Yearly dues are $9.00 or $10.00 if you want to make a $1.00 donation to Ovarian Cancer Research. You can mail or drop off your dues to the Estill County Extension Office no later than November 17, 2023. Checks need to be made out to the Estill County Extension Homemakers. Have a friend sign up for Homemakers and get a packet of seeds for your garden.
Savor the Flavor - Seasoning with Spices
November 21, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.
Estill County Extension Office, 76 Golden Court, Irvine, KY 40336
Should I buy whole verses ground spices? Which are the best ones to have on hand while cooking? You may hear often that spices are a great way to add flavor without additional sodium and fat, but how? Join us for this lesson where we will learn about various spices, how to incorporate them into your favorite dishes, and enhance flavor while cooking!
Smart Consumer Class
November 6, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.
Estill County Extension Office, 76 Golden Court, Irvine, KY 40336
- Learn the new way of couponing
- Shopping using apps
- Safe online shopping
Call the Estill County Extension Office at 606-723-4557 to sign up. If you have any questions about this class, contact Judy Vaughn, County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences.
Homemaker Houseplant Special Interest Group
Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. for the Homemaker Houseplant special interest group. These meetings will be held at the Estill County Extension Office, 76 Golden Court, Irvine, KY 40336. This group will meet to fellowship with other plant lovers, as well as participate in monthly presentations and activity.
First meeting will be held on November 14 at 6:00 p.m. Cheyenne Lamb will be teaching how to make holiday bud vase arrangements. Please bring a small vase for this activity. If you would like to sign up for this special interest group or have any questions, please call 606-723-4557.
Estill County Extension Homemaker Extravaganza "Candy Christmas"
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Estill County Extension Office, 76 Golden Court, Irvine, KY 40336
Estill County FCS Agent, Judy Vaughn, will be making chili. Homemakers are asked to bring finger foods and desserts.
Pre-registration with payment required by December 8th.
Registration Fee: $10.00 (Checks made out to Estill County Extension Homemakers).
Questions? Contact the Estill County Extension Office at 606-723-4557.
See the attached PDF for more items within this months FCS newsletter.
