Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

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.

Events

Halloween Movie Night

- Owen County Extension Office

Join us rain or shine for a spooky-fun evening featuring The Nightmare Before Christmas!
Come early for snacks, stay for the chills and thrills.

Giant Pumpkin & Carving Contest

- Owen County Extension Office

Stop by the Owen County Extension Office to pick up FREE giant pumpkin seeds by Monday, June 30th. Grow and submit your two best pumpkins! One for the giant pumpkin weigh in and the other for the carving contest. Submit each pumpkin to the Owen County Extension Office by Friday, October 17th.

Embroidery Workshop

- Owen County Extension Office

Mingle & Jingle

- Owen County Extension Office

Join the Owen County Homemakers as they host "Mingle & Jingle!" Celebrate the season with a few crafts, delicious recipes, and fellowship! This is a festive program and is similar to the Holiday Trimmings program. Limited space available!

Medicare 101

- Owen County Extension Office

Join us for an educational session on how to select the plan that is right for you! A meal will be provided before each session begins. Please register to reserve your spot by contacting the Owen County Extension Office no later than Friday, November 14th.

Medicare 101

- Owen County Extension Office

Join us for an educational session on how to select the plan that is right for you! A meal will be provided before each session begins. Please register to reserve your spot by contacting the Owen County Extension Office no later than Friday, November 14th.

Santa's Castle 2025

- Owen County Extension Office

Kick off the holiday season at Santa's Castle! A magical shopping event for kids ages 3-12, sponsored by the Owen County Extension Homemakers. For just $5, children can pick out 7 gifts for loved ones. Plus, visit Santa to share your wishlist and snap a photo!

Additional Information

Owen County Homemaker Clubs

Owen County has a variety of Homemaker clubs that welcome anyone wanting to join.  If you are interested in joining a club or starting one, please contact Owen County Cooperative Extension Service for more details.  See details of each club.  Click on Homemaker logo for membership.

Homemaker Clubs 

 

No Profiles Found

There are no professional profiles posted to the Owen County Extension Office site under this specialty. Please contact the Owen County Extension Office for more information.