Join us for a special Health and Wellness Series presented by the University of Georgia Extension. Programs will be presented at all four library branches and are listed below by topic. Please register to attend each program using the links below.
Healthy Eating on a Budget
For many families, it can be difficult to provide healthy meals while staying on budget. Healthy foods can cost more, making it a challenge to purchase a variety of healthy choices. Come learn several ways to make healthy eating more economical and fun for you your family!
Preserving your garden’s bounty from one year to the next, knowing exactly what is in your food, and making special gifts for special friends are just some of the reasons for preserving foods at home. Canning is an important and safe way to preserve food. This session will introduce you to the basics of canning processes and take a peek at other food preservation methods.
Adding herbs is a quick way to transform ordinary meals into extraordinary meals. They help in flavoring foods while cutting back on salt, fat and sugar, and may offer additional benefits of their own! Learn how using fresh and dried herbs not only add pizzazz to your meal, but may protect against such diseases as cancer and heart disease.
Many children in the United States take packed lunches to school. Make sure your child is eating a terrifically nutritious and delicious meal to keep his mind sharp! Learn to liven up that lunch box so your child’s lunch doesn’t end up in the trash can!