What’s Up with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension? By Johanna Hicks
What’s Up with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension? Spring is here, and at the Hopkins County Extension Office, we have hit the ground running! So many opportunities are available and we don’t want you to miss out. Below are dates, times, locations, and description of upcoming events, some of which are for certain groups, and others are open to anyone. Teen Safety Day When: Thursday, April 19 Where: Hopkins County...
Walk the Walk to Lighten Up, East Texas By Johanna Hicks
Walk the Walk to Lighten Up, East Texas! Last week, this column focused on how we can help stop or slow the spread of germs during this cold and flu season. Thanks for the positive feedback! Along the lines of health and wellness, I want to tell you about an opportunity that will kick off in February, just in time to get in shape for the spring and summer months! Be a part of Walk Across Texas! What is...
Marriage and Parenting Education Wrap-Up By Johanna Hicks
Marriage & Parenting Education Wrap-up This is the 3rd in a series of program summaries in the area of Family & Consumer Sciences for 2016. (If you missed the first two, they covered Diabetes Education and Health & Wellness in Hopkins County.) One of my favorite workshops to teach is Twogether in Texas Marriage Education. This is a program recognized by the state of Texas and is deemed as being so important that the...
Two Events Hosted by Texas A&M Extension Agent
Family and Consumer Sciences leader Johanna Hicks will host two events during August. The “Twogether in Texas” Marriage Education free workshop will be held Saturday August 20 from 8:30 am-3:30 pm. Topics included will be marriage expectations, communication, conflict resolution, money management, and goals and dreams. Engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 upon applying for a marriage license. Married...
What Do 4-H, Diabetes, and Marriage Education Have in Common?
What Do 4-H, Diabetes, and Marriage Education Have in Common? While in the check-out line at Wal-Mart with food items and plastic utensils in tow, the cashier commented that I must be getting ready for a party of some sort. When explaining that I worked for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and was preparing for another session of Kids’ Cam p: Fun, Food, Fitness, she responded that she had never heard of Extension. Wow! To me, it’s...
Cooking, Marriage, 4-H Camp: Agrilife in Hopkins County
“Cooking Through the Seasons” Excitement is building for the 2016 “Cooking Through the Seasons.” There is still time to register, but the deadline is drawing to a close soon! For those reading about it for the first time, here are the details: What: “Cooking Through the Seasons” – a morning of cooking demonstrations, tablescape ideas, gadget demonstrations, and more. Our own local celebrity, Chef Lyndsay Caldwell, will be our...
Texas Marriage Education by Johanna Hicks
Saying “I Do” in 2016? Don’t Miss this Opportunity! One of my absolute favorite classes to teach is the Twogether in Texas Marriage Education workshop. The information is so practical, and opportunities for group and couple interaction add to the fun and comradery. The state of Texas recognizes marriage education as a crucial element in the success of the marriage relationship and waives the state portion of the marriage license fee...
A Year in Review – Marriage and Childcare Education
A Year in Review – Marriage and Childcare Education Before I write another word, let me wish everyone a Merry Christmas! This is a joyous time of year when we gather to remember the true meaning of Christmas and enjoy time with family and friends. In my family, we are celebrating our daughter’s birthday and our sons’ Master’s degree graduation which recently took place on the same day! However, there are many who are struggling...
Marriage Education Workshop for Engaged Couples
Engaged couples will receive a certificate to save $60 when applying for a marriage license by attending the Twogether in Texas Marriage Education Workshop Saturday, November 21 from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The workshop will be conducted at the Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Office, 1200 W. Houston St. in Sulphur Springs.
Winter Wedding? Check Out Twogether in Texas!
Winter Wedding? Check Out Twogether in Texas! The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons are rapidly approaching. Many weddings take place during this time of year because of the beautiful decorations and wintery themes. Every week, I notice that several couples have applied for a marriage license. That’s good, but some are missing out on a great opportunity to receive valuable information and save $60 along the way! The Twogether in...
