Graves County Cooperative Extension Service

This has been moved to TUESDAY, JUNE 9! Same time, same place.

Discover the Outdoors One Leaf at a Time! 🌿🍂

Youth will head outside to collect, examine, and identify different types of leaves while learning about trees, forests, and the important role they play in our environment!

June 8 from 1-3PM at Kess Creek Park
Call 270-247-2334 to sign up!

Pick your pattern, grab a paintbrush and create your own indoor barn quilt with this 4-H Project Day! 🎨✨

Youth will design and paint a 12”x12” barn quilt board while learning creativity, color, and craftsmanship in a fun hands-on setting. Choose from four unique designs and leave with a project ready to display at home!

🗓 June 23 & 24
⏰ 9AM–12PM
💲 $10 fee

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to register at 270-247-2334!

Turning small spaces into great gardens!

Explore the park through a new lens🌳

Youth will explore the outdoors while learning photography basics and capturing the beauty of nature one photo at a time! Join us for a day of fresh air, fun, and picture-perfect memories!

📸 July 1-2
⏰ 9AM–11AM

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to register at 270-247-2334!

Choosing the right cultivar for your location prevents many common lawn problems!

Unsure which grass is best for your specific lawn? Come in for a soil test and expert recommendation!

Calling all creative youth minds! 🎨✨

Join us for Art Project Day and explore a variety of fun, hands-on art projects designed to spark creativity and imagination. Youth will get to create unique pieces including watercolor paintings, beaded plants, floral wall décor, yarn wall hangings, dot painting, and scratch art!

🖌 June 29–30
⏰ 9AM–12PM

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to register at 270-247-2334!

Kentucky 4-H is always here!

For more information on Kentucky 4-H, contact our 4-H Agent at [email protected]

*this project day is FULL*
Build it. Create it. Take it home. 🔨🌲

Join us for our Wood Science 4-H Project Day where youth will get hands-on experience building their very own birdfeeder or jewelry stand! Participants will learn basic woodworking skills, creativity, and craftsmanship while completing a project they can proudly use or display at home!

🪵 All materials provided
🛠 Choose your project
📅 June 26 | 9–11AM

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to register at 270-247-2334!

All UK Extension offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.