UGA Extension Grady County - FACS

🍅🫙 What a Salsa-tastic Morning at Grady County Extension! 🌶️

Today, 7 participants joined us for our Food Preservation Workshop, where we made homemade chili salsa using both the Boiling Water Bath and Steam Canning methods. It was a great morning of hands-on learning, safe food preservation practices, and delicious results!

🌟 We even had one participant travel all the way from Tampa, Florida to join us! Thank you to everyone who attended and made the class so much fun.

📅 Next Up: Tomatoes!
Join us on Saturday, August 1 as we dive into preserving fresh tomatoes using approved home canning methods.

🫙 Food Preservation Workshop – Tomatoes
💲 Cost: $25 per person
⚠️ Space is limited, and online registration is required! Be sure to reserve your spot early.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/nMTSz5xwvRs4iMYdA

Whether you're new to canning or looking to sharpen your skills, we'd love to have you join us for another hands-on workshop! 🍅❤️

🌟 Super Saturday Child Care Provider Training! 🌟

We’re excited to offer DECAL certified ECE training credits on two upcoming
Saturdays:

📅 Saturday, July 11th (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
📅 Saturday, September 12th (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

Choose 6 hours or 12 hours of credit—whatever fits your schedule.

📍 Location: Tift County Extension Office

💲 $30 Registration Fee (includes 6 hours of credit and a Chick fil A lunch)
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/HmKrarGftpAJ8grk8 Pre registration is required by the Wednesday before each session. Registration is not complete until payment is received (check or card).

Have questions or need to make a payment?
📞 229 391 7980
📧 [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there and supporting your professional growth! 🌱✨

🥫 2026 Food Preservation Workshop Series 🍓🍅

Join us for hands-on instruction in safe home food preservation and build confidence in canning your own foods at home!

🫙 Canning Methods Taught:
• PC – Pressure Canning
• BWB/S – Boiling Water Bath & Steam Canning

💲 Cost: $25 per workshop
📅 Workshop Dates & Topics:

🍅 August 1 (updated) – Tomatoes (BWB/S)
🥒 September 19 – Pickling (BWB/S)
🫑 November 21 – Salsa (BWB/S)
🫐 December 5 – Blueberry Spice Jam (BWB/S)

🫙 What Participants Will Receive:
• Hands-on instruction in Boiling Water Bath & Steam Canning procedures
• Approved recipes for preserving home-canned products
• One jar of a homemade canned item to take home
• UGA Canvas tote bag

👩‍🍳 Perfect for beginners and experienced canners alike!

📌 Pre-registration required. Space is limited!
🔗 Register now for August 1st: https://forms.gle/nMTSz5xwvRs4iMYdA
📣 Registration links for future workshops will be shared closer to each date.

💧 Drink Water, Georgia! – Now Enrolling Through June 12 💧

Looking for a simple way to feel better, boost your energy, and build healthier habits? Join the Drink Water, Georgia! Campaign today!

This FREE program is designed to support you in making water your go-to drink with:
✔️ Easy, practical hydration tips
✔️ Refreshing water recipes
✔️ Encouragement and support for everyday life

📅 Sign up now through June 12!
📱 Text WATER to (833) 712-1267 to get started
🔗 Learn more & register: https://water.foodtalk.org/v2

🎁 Bonus for Grady County residents!
Stop by the Grady County Extension Office and sign the pledge card to drink more water, and you’ll receive a FREE water bottle (while supplies last)!

Small changes can make a big impact—start your hydration journey today! 💦

👕☀️ UGA Grady County FACS Summer T-Shirt Fundraiser! ☀️👕

“Keep Calm and Wait for the Ping!” — every canner knows the best sound is that seal! 🫙💥

Grab your summer tee on a super soft Bella + Canvas shirt in a refreshing mint green—perfect for canning season, workshops, or everyday wear!

💲 $20 per shirt
📅 Pre-order only – Deadline: July 24 at NOON

⚠️ Orders must be placed and paid for by July 24 at NOON
💵 Payment accepted by cash or check only
📝 Checks should be made payable to Grady County Extension

🛒 Order here: https://forms.gle/MH3mVBEv8FySNyy16

Support UGA Extension – Grady County FACS programming while repping your love for safe, research-based food preservation! 💚

Don’t wait… just like canning, timing matters! 😉

🍽️ ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT! 🍽️

Need your ServSafe Manager Certification for the first time? Need to renew an expiring certification? Now is the time to register!

Join us for the ServSafe Manager Certification Course & Exam on:

📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Grady County Extension Office

💲 Cost: $150 per participant

Your registration includes:
✅ Full day of instruction
✅ ServSafe Manager book & study materials
✅ Certification exam
✅ Light snacks during training

🥪 Lunch is not provided. A short lunch break will be offered around noon.

This nationally recognized food safety certification is ideal for:
🍴 Restaurant Managers
🍴 Foodservice Employees
🍴 School Nutrition Staff
🍴 Cottage Food Operators
🍴 Anyone responsible for food safety in their operation

⚠️ Space is extremely limited and only 2 seats remain!
📅 Registration deadline: July 13, 2026

👉 Register today: https://forms.gle/McyRwa78AxqbYCBEA

Don't wait until your certification expires—or miss the opportunity to earn it for the first time. Secure your seat today!

Don't miss out on the Decatur County 4-H Salsa canning class being taught by the Decatur County FACS agent, Mrs. Teresa Adkins. Spots are limited! Register now!

🍅🌶️ SALSA CANNING CLASS 🌶️🍅

Learn how to safely make and preserve delicious homemade salsa in the upcoming Salsa Canning Class! Whether you're new to canning or looking to sharpen your food preservation skills, this hands-on class is a great opportunity!

⚠️ Space is limited, so register early to reserve your spot!

For more information and to register:
📞 Call the Decatur County Extension Office at 229-248-3033
📧 Email Teresa Adkins at [email protected]

Don't miss this chance to take home valuable food preservation knowledge—and some tasty salsa inspiration!

🌽🍅 Canning Season is Here—Are You Ready? 🫙🫛

As we head into harvest season, now is the perfect time to make sure your pressure canner is safe and ready to use! Properly functioning equipment is essential for safely preserving your homegrown foods.

🔧 Did you know?
UGA Extension FACS offers FREE pressure canner inspections and dial gauge testing to help ensure accuracy and food safety.

⚠️ Safety Tip:
• Dial gauges should be tested every year before each canning season
• Seals (gaskets) should be replaced every 3 years or sooner if they’ve been heavily used

📚 Safe canning doesn’t stop with your equipment—be sure to always use research-based, tested recipes from trusted sources like the National Center for Home Food Preservation (NCHFP). These approved recipes are scientifically tested to keep your food safe for you and your family.

📞 Don’t wait until your garden is overflowing—call today to schedule an appointment with Janette at 229-377-1312 and get your canner checked before the busy season begins!

✔️ Stay safe
✔️ Preserve with confidence
✔️ Be ready when harvest hits

Let’s make this canning season a successful (and safe!) one! 🌿🫙