UGA Extension Henry County

09/02/2026

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Relationships need updates too. Take a moment to check in, try something new together, revisit your shared goals, and show appreciation for the little things. Small conversations now can keep your connection strong. ❤️

1. Check in regularly
2. Try something new together
3. Show appreciation
4. Revisit your goals

08/31/2026

If you are interested in registering the HED program, there are three ways to do so:

- Scan the QR code in the 2nd slide
- Go online at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/GMqM851cjc
- Call the Extension Office at 770-288-8421

08/31/2026

From hen to shell to table. Learn about egg caring, handling, and safety. In this education workshop we will have the following:

- Egg candling activity
- Understand egg safety.

The registration is $5.
Light refreshments

September 14, 2026

Location is at 97 Lake Dow Rd, McDonough, GA 30252 in conference room A.

Time is from 10 AM - 12 PM.

Need more information? Contact FACS Agent Tracey Saxton: [email protected] or 770-288-8422

08/31/2026

Use code if you sign up for workshops.

Small Gesture Challenge: write your partner a handwritten note today. ✍️

A few honest lines can mean more than a big gesture, so tell them what you love, what you notice, and what you appreciate.

Save this and tag someone to try it with.

08/31/2026

Lunch and Learn – Wildflowers 🌷🌼🌹🌻

September 8, 2026, 12:00pm to 1:00pm

No Charge and No Registration Required

One interesting topic in Horticulture is Wildflowers. They color the landscape and add interest and beauty to the landscape and countryside. Some are useful as garden plants. The presenter is Ms. Heather Umstead, Georgia Heritage Botanist, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Division.

The program will be held at the Henry County Extension Office Located at 97 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA 30252.

08/28/2026

Thank you for a great Farmer’s Market season! thank you to all who participated and showed up to support our farmers and small businesses! See you all next season!

08/27/2026

Come out to the Henry County Farmer's Market! Last one for the season! Come out and support locally grown produce and baked goods! This is a great way to support local farmers and small businesses! Rain or Shine!

We are located inside the Jason T. Harper Arena at Heritage Park

95 Lake Dow Road, McDonough, GA,30252

08/26/2026

Little tips and tricks if you want no screen time in your partnership.

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Busy season can fill every hour, but your relationship still deserves a spot on the calendar. Try setting aside a little “no screen time” this week.

Put phones away at dinner, turn devices off 30 minutes before bed, or plan a simple date night without distractions.

Small moments of presence add up, and choosing each other can help you reconnect through the rush.

08/21/2026

One of our amazing vendors at the Henry County Farmer's Market! Come visit Grace and Grain! We have ONE more Farmer’s Market left! Come out Next Thursday to the Jason T. Harper Arena at Heritage Park from 10:00am to 2:00pm August 27th!

95 Lake Dow Road, McDonough,GA,30252

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT!!!

Grace and Grain!

Meet the Faces Behind Grace & Grain 🌾🤍

We’re Hayley & Emily, the baker and faces behind Grace & Grain!

Hayley is the hands behind the bread, turning a love for baking, faith, family, and simple living into fresh, homemade loaves for our community. Emily is her partner in Grace & Grain, helping grow the business, connect with our community, and bring new ideas to life.

What started as a love for making good bread has grown into something we’re so excited to share. Our heart is simple—good ingredients, homemade bread, meaningful connections, and food that brings people together around the table.

🌾 And we’re growing! After farmers market season, Grace & Grain will have a local farm stand where you can continue picking up your favorite breads!

Follow our page for weekly menus, farm stand updates, pickup information, and announcements:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19Ge5wUu4b/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🥖 Preorder from our weekly menu on Hotplate:
https://www.hotplate.com/graceandgrainbreads

Thank you for supporting our small business and following along as Grace & Grain grows—one loaf at a time. 🌾🤍

08/20/2026

It’s Thursday, The Henry County Farmer's Market is OPEN! Our next Thursday is our last week for the farmer’s market for the year! Come out and support local farmers and small businesses! We are here from 10:00am till 2:00pm today and next Thursday!