MANCHESTER, KY (March 4, 2024) - Clay County Cooperative Extension Service upcoming programs for March, 2024.
March 11: Join us and our special guest, FCS Agent Kelsee Dewees, for Savor the Flavor- Cooking with Oils & Vinegars on March 11th at 11:00 a.m. at the Clay County Extension Office. We will learn about some of the most common types of cooking oils and flavored vinegars found in your grocery store — or they may be already in your cupboard! Call 598-2789 to register!
March 12: Join us for our next Clay County Cattlemen’s Association Meeting on March 12th at 6:00 p.m. at the EXCEL building. Dinner will be provided. Please call 598-2789 to register to ensure we have an accurate head count for food.
March 14: There will be a WTA Beef Series course on March 14th at 6:00 pm at the WTA Beef Marketing Alliance, 3610 Slate Lick Church Rd, London, KY 40741. This course does qualify for CAIP Educational Requirement. Please register by calling 598-2789.
March 14: Join us for the Importance of Pollinators on March 14th at 6:00 p.m. at the Clay County Extension Office. This month's topic will be Planting & Preparing the Pollinator Garden! We will be having a potluck dinner so bring your favorite dish!
March 19: Do you love being creative or looking to make new friends? The 4-H Art Club will meet on March 19th at 4:00 p.m. at the Clay County Extension Office. You must call 598-2789 to register. This program is free and open to ages 9-18.
March 21: There will be an Area Corn Production Meeting on Thursday, March 21st at 6:00 p.m. at the Laurel County Extension Office. Registration is required, please call 598-2789. Dr. Chad Lee, Director of Grain and Forage Center of Excellence, Extension Professor and Dr. Jonathan Green, Extension Professor, Weed Science Program will be presenting at this year's Area Corn Production Meeting. Topics will include corn varieties and weed control.
March 21: Fruit Tree Grafting & Pruning: Graftage is the joining of a scion (bud or shoot) of the desired fruit tree cultivar to a plant with an established root system (rootstock). Knowledge of graftage is necessary for nurserymen and fruit tree producers. It is also a great hobby for backyard gardeners. Join us at the Laurel County Extension Office on Thursday, March 21st at 10:00 a.m. for this hands-on workshop. Our guest presenter, Stacy White, Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Whitley County, will demonstrate the best procedures for completing a successful graft.
Then at 1:00 p.m. we will learn the proper techniques for pruning fruit trees to prevent disease and encourage growth. This demonstration will be conducted by Glenn Williams and Stacy White, Extension Agents for Agriculture and Natural Resources. Please call 598-2789 to register!
March 25: Do you enjoy baking or want to learn more about cooking? The 4-H Cooking Club will meet on March 25th at 4:00 p.m. at the Clay County Extension Office. Join us as we learn kitchen tips and safety and create delicious dishes! Limited spots are available, and you must call to register. FREE but you must be 9-18 years of age to participate.
March 26: Join us for 4-H Homeschool Club on March 26th at 1:00 pm at the Clay County Extension Office. We will cover a variety of topics! You must be homeschooled to participate. Open to ages 9-18, and you must call 598-2789 to register.
March 26: There will be a Clay County Extension Council meeting on March 26th at 5:00 p.m. followed by a Clay County Extension District Board meeting. Both meetings will be held at the EXCEL Building 86 Muddy Gap Rd Manchester, KY 40962
March 28: There will be a Clay County Beekeepers Meeting on March 28th at 6:00 pm at the EXCEL Building. Join us to see what the buzz is all about. New members are always welcome!
