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Johnson County
11811 S. Sunset Drive
Suite 1500
Olathe, KS 66061

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday,
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

(913) 715-7000
(913) 715-7005 fax
jo@listserv.ksu.edu

Map to our office

K-State Research and Extension is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Johnson County Extension at (913)715-7000. Notify staff of accommodation needs as early as possible.

Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service

K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Classes and Events

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Four Course Living Class - PM Session

6:00 PM

Learn how to cook delicious, easy recipes with our Extension Master Food Volunteers! The Four-Course Living program offered by Johnson County Extension works with adults with developmental disabilities to discover the importance of good nutrition, safety, planning, and preparation through a series of hands-on cooking classes.

Location: Johnson County Extension Office

December 2

First Friday E-Call with Nancy Daniels

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Topic: Commercial Rehab Grants for Your Communities

Dustin Gale, CDBG Specialist, Department of Commerce will share how private property owners can benefit with Commercial Rehab grants. The purpose of the grants is to help cities improve the quality of their downtown commercial districts.

Register at: bit.ly/3pr2wl6

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K-State Garden Hour Series

Noon

Topic: Accessible Gardening for All

Gardening is a passion for so many people, however, due to physical challenges, many people find themselves limited or unable to garden. Join Calla Edwards, Butler County Horticulture Extension Agent, to learn tips, tricks and ways to make your gardening experience adaptable for everyone.

Virtual via Zoom

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Make & Take - Gingerbread Houses

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

In this 2-hour class, you will make dough, cut out houses, and build a 4”x3” gingerbread house using fail-proof dough and icing. You will then decorate it and take it home with you. All the supplies are provided, including candy for decorating, but feel free to bring your own to add your own unique touch!

Location: Johnson County Extension Office

January 14th

Kids in the Kitchen: One Pan Wonders

January 14th, 2023 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sheet pans aren’t just for cookies! Learn how to create a healthy and delicious meal using just one pan…makes clean up a breeze. This class will cover food safety, basic cooking skills and nutrition and is suitable for ages 7-12.

Location: Johnson County Extension Office

Register Here

January 19th

Meal Planning Made Simple

January 19th, 2023 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Meal planning is asking the “what’s for dinner” question once a week instead of each day, shopping and prepping to streamline dinner time. Along with tips and tricks, enjoy hands on cooking preparing a freezer meal to take home. Participants will taste samples and receive a booklet of recipes.

Location: Johnson County Extension Office

Register Here

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