UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Rockdale County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S.
Our mission is to extend lifelong learning to Georgia citizens through unbiased, research-based education in food safety, nutrition, agriculture, the environment, communities, and youth development. UGA Extension Rockdale County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, food safety and nutrition, and leadership and citizenship for youth. Department of Agriculture. B
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01/13/2023
1 in 15 homes have high radon levels. The good news is that
you can check your home with a simple at-home test kit from UGA Extension — and if your home has high levels of radon, you can take steps to fix it.
Learn more at radon.uga.edu or attend an info session at the Rockdale County Extension on Wed. 1/25 at 12 pm!
01/06/2023
Looking to eat better but still stay on budget in 2023? Let UGA Extension help you! Food Talk and https://foodtalk.org are chock full of delicious, affordable, healthy recipes! Visit our office to pick up your own free calendar featuring a tasty recipe every month! This month is a slow cooker potato, corn and jalapeño chowder! Yum!
01/05/2023
Fresh produce alert! Eat Right Atlanta Food Co-Op is holding a farmer's market on Monday, Jan 9 from 12-4 at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital! Come out and grab zucchini, apples, potatoes, kale, and much more! Check out the full produce list and other market locations here: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Eat-Right-Atlanta-Farmers-Market---PIEDMONT-ROCKDALE-Hospital-next-week--Monday-Jan-9--12-4pm--Bldg--A---Lobby.html?soid=1104248386706&aid=2gT6XF5a_xE
01/04/2023
Walk-a-Weigh is back and better than ever! It's an award-winning wellness program based on the National Diabetes Prevention Program! Take control of your health this year with a group of likeminded people!
Our nine-week session for 2023 starts on February 2 and runs every Thursday until March 30. Each week includes a 30-minute nutrition lesson, a 30-minute walk, and a healthy recipe sample. We'll have three groups to fit your schedule - a 9 a.m. group, a noon group, and a 6 p.m. group. There's an indoor track at the facility so you won't have to brave the elements if you don't want to!
Registration costs $10 and space is limited. The program will be led by our Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Agent, MaryBeth Hornbeck, at Johnson Park. Register now at https://t.uga.edu/8Cj!
01/02/2023
In observance of the New Year, our office will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2023. Have a safe and happy holiday. We cannot wait to see you in the New Year! We’ll be open during our normal hours starting Tuesday, January 3!
12/23/2022
Happy Holidays! In observance of the holidays, our office will be closed from Friday, Dec. 23 through Monday, December 26. Have a safe and happy holiday!
12/21/2022
Cold weather is on the way! Please help spread the word about the warming center being open from December 22 to December 26 at the J.P. Carr Gym. Please see the Post by Rockdale County Government for all the details.
Help spread the word- The warming center will be open from Dec. 22nd to Dec. 26th at J.P Carr Gym, 90 Hardin St SW, Conyers, GA 30012. The center will be open evenings from 7 pm to 7 am Thursday through Sunday and 7 am to 7 pm on Friday and Saturday.
Anyone staying in the warming center must follow the county’s COVID-19 protocols, which include rapid testing and temperature checks. Wearing a mask and social distancing are highly recommended. For more information, please call the Emergency Management Agency at 770-278-8405.
12/15/2022
Don’t let food poisoning be a guest at your holiday table! Mrs. MaryBeth Hornbeck spoke to the Rockdale County 4-H'ers in the 7th -12th grade at 4-H Night this week about holiday food safety. She is giving our 4-H Members a food thermometer for those who complete a food safety survey.
Did you know that using a food thermometer is the only way to know if your food is fully cooked and safe to eat? Check out this video for holiday food safety tips.
https://youtu.be/kyygOaRhow8
If you and your family complete this home food safety survey and return it to the Rockdale Extension Office by Friday January 6, you’ll be eligible for a digital food thermometer for yourself!
Visit this link for the survey:https://www.fightbac.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Home-Food-Safety-Survey.pdf
Story Of Your Dinner Visit our website, http://www.fightbac.org for more information on the Story of Your Dinner, educational downloads, and free recipes!
11/30/2022
Happy Wednesday Rockdale!
Thank you so much to those who have donated towards our 4-H Fall Square Challenge Fundraiser. There are still squares available!
You may come to our office or donate by phone at 770-278-7373.
Thank you for all you do!
11/23/2022
In observance of Thanksgiving, our office will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Celebrate World Diabetes Day (November 14) by learning about diabetes numbers in our community, how to reduce your risk, and how to manage the condition!
We're holding the same session twice to accommodate multiple schedules! Choose 12-1 pm or 7:30-8:30pm!
Celebrate World Diabetes Day (November 14) by learning about diabetes numbers in our community, how to reduce your risk, and how to manage the condition!
We're holding the same session twice to accommodate multiple schedules! Choose 12-1 pm or 7:30-8:30pm!
11/11/2022
Join us on Monday for a virtual World Diabetes Day workshop! We'll talk about diabetes by the numbers, reducing your risk for type 2 diabetes, and managing the condition. There are two different time options - noon and 7:30 pm! Register now at tinyurl.com/wddnoon or tinyurl.com/wddnight!
11/09/2022
11/02/2022
Big Thanks to all of our Rockdale County Schools that participated in our October Community Service! We collected over 2, 000 cans for Rockdale's Emergency Relief!
Thank you!!!
11/01/2022
Rockdale County 4-H Spirit Night at Zaxby's is TONIGHT!
We hope to see you all there!
It's not too late to sign up for the November edition of the Living Well Rockdale newsletter! You can get timely tips straight to your inbox with recipes, resources, and more! To get it tomorrow, sign up at https://tinyurl.com/LWRnews!
10/31/2022
Candy Corn! You either love it, or you don't. Have you ever wondered about the origin of candy corn? Or debated about if candy corn tastes like corn? Check out the article by Lillian Dickens to find the answers to this iconic candy by clicking the link!
https://newswire.caes.uga.edu/story/10065/candy-corn.html
It's corn! The history of an adored (and reviled) Halloween candy Candy corn is either the first or the last piece of candy you reach for around the Halloween season. Regardless of your opinion, candy corn is a mysterious confection. Its flavor, texture and history are unique, making this variegated sweet more than meets the eye.
10/19/2022
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We kicked off our 4-H Square Challenge last night at 4-H Night! We are hoping to fill all the squares by the end of December!
It’s easy, pick a number and donate that amount of money to the Rockdale County 4-H program.
You can donate at the office or call the office to donate. If you call, tell them you are calling to donate towards the square challenge and let them know the number.
🍀 Phone Number: 770-278-7373
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Thank you in advance for your donation!
10/18/2022
Thank you so much to our parents and Volunteers for your help at our Funnel Cake Fundraiser at the Olde Town Fall Festival in Conyers, Ga. We had a fantastic time working together and building new relationships with our Conyers Community!
10/18/2022
November is American Diabetes Month and we're celebrating with a series of Rite Bite classes! This series teaches diabetes management with a focus on cooking and eating. Join us for one or all three! They'll run from 10:30-12:30 with lunch included.
Topics and dates are as follows:
Wed. Oct 26: Portions
Wed. Nov 2: Hypertension
Wed. Nov 9: Carbs
Call 770-278-7373 to register now! Classes are $10 each or $25 for all three.
10/10/2022
We had an awesome week last week during National 4-H Week! We completed a Clover Walk Trail with our Rockdale community and Leaders, Canned Fresh Strawberry Jam, made special baskets with Jam for our Community Leaders, and went on a field trip to the Mitcham Farm.
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Thank you to our Scholars and Parents. We appreciate all your support!
09/26/2022
Attention Grades 4th- 6th!
For National 4-H Week, we are going to the Mitcham Farm on October 7th, 2022! Please contact our office at 770-278-7373 for more details and to register.
Thank you!
09/23/2022
Join the Rockdale County Master Gardener Extension Volunteers for our Fall Plant Sale & Festival!
Saturday, October 8,2022 from 9:00am-2:00pm.
1400 Parker Rd. Conyers GA 30094
** Behind the building and up on the hill by tennis courts
Master Gardeners will be sharing their favorite plants at fabulous prices (trees, shrubs, perennial flowers, vegetables, and herbs). Enjoy education demonstrations about herbs, and pollinator habitats. Buy local honey, preserves, crafts, and more!
09/21/2022
Join us for an amazing food safety virtual summit tomorrow from 12-2:30pm! Register to tune in online or stop by our office for a live-stream watch party! You can watch as much or as little as you want!
Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NjeJh0G1R72PzxldecgOdg
This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the National Food Safety Education Month (NFSEM) observation. Please register and join to commemorate the occasion and learn about key food safety tips and resources. Dynamic speakers will provide an overview and history of NFSEM and share useful resources and tips for food safety.
Schedule highlights:
12:10-12:40 - Should I be washing my chicken?! - Partnership for Food Safety Education
12:40-1:05 - Special Message from the US FDA National Food Safety Education Adviser
1:15-1:45 - Rising Prices, Trending Recipes and Social Media: The Importance of Food Safety in the (Mis)Information Digital Space" - UGA Extension
1:45-2:15 - Making Sure Those in the Food Assistance Program Get a Safe Meal - USDA
09/19/2022
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joro-spider-awareness-day-tickets-407014329817
When: October 1, 2022 9am-11am
Where: Oconee Forest Park (trailhead and parking near 5 Alumni Drive, Athens, GA 30602)
Cost: Free!
Interested in learning more about Joro spiders from UGA experts? Register for the Joro Spider Awareness Day! We will have talks from a few experts, handouts and stickers, and guided spider ID walks for attendees.
Have you seen Joro spiders? Learn more about them and report the ones you find here https://jorowatch.org/
Fire up the barbecue! With these food safety tips from , it's game time as we kick off tailgating season during !
Pitch your tent and make way for the cookout of the season with these food safety tips during !
Carpooling to the big game? Don't forget to safely pack your tailgate foods. Watch these
tips from before you hit the road.
It's time to warm up before the action on the field! Check out these tailgate prep tips from as we celebrate
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Tip 4: Washing
You've heard it before – washing your hands is a must! And that's especially true while feeding the crowds at a tailgate. debunks some handwashing myths with these
tips.
Tip 3: Meat Storage
Chicken wings, hamburgers, hot dogs – oh, my! No matter your go-to tailgate protein, these tips from can help you keep safe during .
Tip 2: Purchasing
Picking up some groceries before the big game? While the Dawgs prepare to take the field, prepare to tailgate safely with these tips
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Tip 1: Planning!
Unsafe leftovers are not the way anyone wants to relive the big game! Keep your tailgate fun and safe by planning ahead during with UGA Extension.
09/02/2022
In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed on Monday, September 5th. Have a safe holiday!
Football season is here, and it’s important to be prepared both on and off the field. Stay tuned throughout for tailgating food safety tips from UGA Extension!
08/31/2022
👩🌾Have you always wanted to become a Master Gardener? Well now is your chance! Applications are open for the month of September and classes begin in January! Grab a physical copy from our office or download one from ugaextension.org/rockdale under the Agriculture and Natural Resources tab!
08/24/2022
UGA Extension Rockdale County updated their information in their About section.
08/23/2022
📣Join our team!📣
We are hiring a full-time Family and Consumer Sciences Program Assistant in Rockdale County! If you enjoy learning, talking to people, and having fun in the kitchen, this could be the perfect job for you! https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=05ef3f24-b87c-417d-8385-4b7439c6512e&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=443220&lang=en_US&source=EN
08/22/2022
We are happy to announce that our Virtual Cooking Club will be back this fall with first meeting on September 27th.
Please register at https://bit.ly/cookingclubfall2022
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UGA Extension Rockdale County offers educational programs in the areas of horticulture and agriculture, food safety and nutrition, and leadership and citizenship for youth.
UGA Extension operates through a unique partnership with Rockdale County, the University of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Backed up by specialists and a network of resources, Extension Agents have been on the job in Georgia since 1914.
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (working cooperatively with Fort Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the counties of Georgia) offers its educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, disability, gender identity, s*xual orientation or protected veteran status and is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action organization
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