UAEX Hempstead County FCS

10/22/2026

Fun memories don't have to be expensive.
This fall, challenge your family to enjoy
simple, low-cost activities together.
Whether it's a movie night, board game night,
pumpkin carving, or making seasonal treats,
meaningful family time doesn't have to break
the budget.
For more money-saving tips, check out our
website: https://uaex.uada.edu/life-skillswellness/personal-finance/

10/08/2026

🪡🧵 Learn the basics of plastic canvas/needlepoint from our Extension Homemakers Club members on Monday, Octobor 19th, at 6 pm at the Hempstead County Extension Office (1800 E. 3rd in Hope). Cost is $10 for project materials. Reserve your spot by pre-paying by October 12th. You may call 870-777-5771 and leave your information, then come by the office M-F 8-4:30 at your convenience. Sorry, we are unable to accept credit card information over the phone.

10/08/2026

🪦✨ Learn how to care for history—one stone at a time.

Join us at Historic Washington State Park for a Tombstone Care Workshop in Pioneer Cemetery. This hands-on program will cover the basics of proper tombstone care and demonstrate safe cleaning techniques directly on historic stones. 🧽📜

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
🕘 9:00 a.m. – Noon
🎟️ $25 per person
👥 Limited to 15 participants

Whether you’re interested in historic preservation, genealogy, cemeteries, or simply learning how to properly care for old monuments, this workshop offers a practical introduction to preserving the past. 🌿

📞 Register by calling 870-983-2684.

10/08/2026

Want to know more about how county government is structured and operates in Arkansas? We have a new fact sheet for you.

https://www.uaex.uada.edu/publications/PDF/FSPPC325.pdf

08/27/2026

🌿Are you interested in learning more about plants and gardening, and in turn, using your love of gardening to educate and serve our community through volunteerism?

🌷 Consider becoming a Hempstead County Master Gardener through one of our Fall 2026 training opportunities!

📍Option 1: In-person Zoom training conducted by Extension specialists and agents will be held at the Hempstead County Extension office and will consist of 5 Wednesdays: October 21, October 28, November 4, November 11 and Nov.18; all sessions will be from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost is $100 which includes your resource book and official Master Gardener name badge.

💻 Option 2: Self-guided online training will begin on October 6 and ends December 11. You will need a computer to take this class; a tablet or mobile device won't suffice. Cost is $150 which includes your resource book and official Master Gardener name badge.

✍️ If you're interested in applying, stop by and pick up an application at our office at 1800 E. 3rd St. (former Farm Bureau office) in Hope or request one via email: [email protected]

⏳ Deadline to apply is Sept. 18. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out: 870-777-5771.

👉 Find out more about the Master Gardener program in Arkansas: https://www.uaex.uada.edu/yard-garden/master-gardeners/default.aspx

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05/24/2026

🇺🇸 A Memorial Day Reminder 🇺🇸

As parades, ceremonies, and moments of remembrance take place across our nation, let us remember what this day truly asks of us.

When the American Flag 🇺🇸 passes by, please stand. Remove your hat. Place your right hand over your heart. Pause your conversations. Veterans may render a hand salute.

These small acts matter.

They teach our children that the flag is not just fabric — it carries the memory of those who served, sacrificed, and never returned home.

Memorial Day is not simply the start of summer. It is a solemn day of remembrance for the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

May we never forget.

05/24/2026

Memorial Day is here and we need to remember those that gave all for our freedom and those that have passed.

THE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND FOR 2026 HAS BEGUN. While much is said about the unofficial start of summer and shoppers specials, May 25th is set aside to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms.

So the next time you see a demonstrator -- or someone flying Old Glory upside-down -- disrespecting our flag, gently remind him/her that those 7 red stripes represent the blood of those that protected their right to disrespect the flag! 🇺🇸

And you don't wish someone a "Happy" Memorial Day. It is not something you celebrate. Nor does it have anything to do with Veteran's day which is a separate holiday. Many people don't understand the difference.

04/30/2026