Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

FCS Extension programs aim to improve the quality of individual and family life through education, research, and outreach.

What is Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS)?

FCS stands for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension. FCS programming focus on building assets of individuals and families to address problems faced across the lifespan. Family and Consumer Sciences Extension emphasizes well-being with a focus on human development, parenting, resource management, nutrition, health and leadership development.

At the community level, FCS Extension prepares individuals for community and economic development and activity. Professionals in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension provide the tools to help individuals and families to develop resources for strengthening families and building community for an ever changing society.

Life Simplified Podcast

Sometimes life is messy. Have you ever wished you could refocus your mind, home, relationships, and work life? Join us as we use research based information to make practical changes and simplify life. We are Family & Consumer Sciences Agents with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service.

Listen Now!

Joni K. Phelps

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(270) 928-2168 jkbarr3@uky.edu Livingston County Extension Office 803 US Highway 60 East, Smithland, Kentucky 42081-0189

FCS Events

Pinterest Club: 4th of July Wreath

- Livingston County Extension Office

πŸŽ† Pinterest Club: 4th of July Wreath Craft Night! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
Get into the patriotic spirit and join us for a fun evening of crafting at the Pinterest Club!
🧡 Craft: 4th of July Wreath
πŸ“… Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
πŸ•  Time: 5:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Location: Livingston County Extension Office
803 U.S. 60 East, Smithland, KY
πŸ’² Cost: $10.00
✨ Space is limited β€” be sure to register by June 4th!
πŸ“ž Call 270-928-2168 or
πŸ“§ Email Joni at jkbarr3@uky.edu to sign up.
Bring your creativity and leave with a festive wreath to celebrate the red, white, and blue! πŸŽ‡πŸŽ¨πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

Chair Yoga

- Livingston County Extension Office

πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Join Us for FREE Chair Yoga! πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ
Looking for a gentle way to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance? Chair Yoga is perfect for all fitness levelsβ€”no experience needed!
πŸ“… Starts: Monday, June 2, 2025
πŸ•™ Time: 10:00 a.m.
πŸ“ Location: Livingston County Extension Office
803 U.S. 60 East, Smithland, KY
πŸ’Έ Cost: FREE!
πŸͺ‘ Chair Yoga is a great way to stay active while being kind to your joints. Come stretch, breathe, and move with us in a relaxed, supportive environment!
πŸ“ž To register or learn more:
Call 270-928-2168 or email jkbarr3@uky.edu

Pins & Needles

- Livingston County Extension Office

Call the office at 270-928-2168, or email jkbarr3@uky.edu for more details.

Cooking through the Calendar - June 2025

- Livingston County Extension Office

June's Recipe: Rice & Bean Salad

To register call the office at 270-928-2168 or email jkbarr3@uky.edu.

Wits Workout

- Livingston County Extension Office

Let's boost brain power with fun, challenging puzzles while connecting with others. FREE!

Extension Office closed

- Livingston County Extension Office

The Livingston County Extension Office will be closed June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. The office will re-open on Friday, June 20th at 8:00 a.m.

Chair Yoga

- Livingston County Extension Office

πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Join Us for FREE Chair Yoga! πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ
Looking for a gentle way to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance? Chair Yoga is perfect for all fitness levelsβ€”no experience needed!
πŸ“… Starts: Monday, June 2, 2025
πŸ•™ Time: 10:00 a.m.
πŸ“ Location: Livingston County Extension Office
803 U.S. 60 East, Smithland, KY
πŸ’Έ Cost: FREE!
πŸͺ‘ Chair Yoga is a great way to stay active while being kind to your joints. Come stretch, breathe, and move with us in a relaxed, supportive environment!
πŸ“ž To register or learn more:
Call 270-928-2168 or email jkbarr3@uky.edu

Chair Yoga

- Livingston County Extension Office

πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Join Us for FREE Chair Yoga! πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ
Looking for a gentle way to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance? Chair Yoga is perfect for all fitness levelsβ€”no experience needed!
πŸ“… Starts: Monday, June 2, 2025
πŸ•™ Time: 10:00 a.m.
πŸ“ Location: Livingston County Extension Office
803 U.S. 60 East, Smithland, KY
πŸ’Έ Cost: FREE!
πŸͺ‘ Chair Yoga is a great way to stay active while being kind to your joints. Come stretch, breathe, and move with us in a relaxed, supportive environment!
πŸ“ž To register or learn more:
Call 270-928-2168 or email jkbarr3@uky.edu

Chair Yoga

- Livingston County Extension Office

πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Join Us for FREE Chair Yoga! πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ
Looking for a gentle way to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance? Chair Yoga is perfect for all fitness levelsβ€”no experience needed!
πŸ“… Starts: Monday, June 2, 2025
πŸ•™ Time: 10:00 a.m.
πŸ“ Location: Livingston County Extension Office
803 U.S. 60 East, Smithland, KY
πŸ’Έ Cost: FREE!
πŸͺ‘ Chair Yoga is a great way to stay active while being kind to your joints. Come stretch, breathe, and move with us in a relaxed, supportive environment!
πŸ“ž To register or learn more:
Call 270-928-2168 or email jkbarr3@uky.edu

Chair Yoga

- Livingston County Extension Office

πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ Join Us for FREE Chair Yoga! πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ
Looking for a gentle way to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance? Chair Yoga is perfect for all fitness levelsβ€”no experience needed!
πŸ“… Starts: Monday, June 2, 2025
πŸ•™ Time: 10:00 a.m.
πŸ“ Location: Livingston County Extension Office
803 U.S. 60 East, Smithland, KY
πŸ’Έ Cost: FREE!
πŸͺ‘ Chair Yoga is a great way to stay active while being kind to your joints. Come stretch, breathe, and move with us in a relaxed, supportive environment!
πŸ“ž To register or learn more:
Call 270-928-2168 or email jkbarr3@uky.edu

Contact Information

803 U.S. Hwy 60 East P.O. Box 189 Smithland, KY 42081-0189

(270) 928-2168

livingston.ext@uky.edu