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What Is Family & Consumer Sciences?

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.

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Kelsee Dewees
Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences
(606) 546-3447
Kelsee.Dewees@uky.edu

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May 5 2026

Take it Tuesday

10am EDT

Knox County Cooperative Extension Office

May 6 2026

Walking Wednesday

11:30am EDT

Knox County Sports Complex

May 13 2026

Walking Wednesday

11:30am EDT

Knox County Sports Complex

May 18 2026

Mindful Moments Painting Class

5:30pm EDT

Knox County Cooperative Extension Office

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Agriculture Science Center North
1100 South Limestone
Lexington, KY 40546-0091

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