Media Release

Canning Clinic

It’s time again for the annual Alachua County Extension Service Canning Clinic. For a $3.00 material fee citizens are invited to learn the approved methods of canning fruits and vegetables, as well as making jams, jellies and pickles. The class will be held on Wednesday, April 12 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. at the Extension Office, 2800 NE 39th Ave.

The Alachua County Extension Service has been providing this program for the past two years. If you are an experienced canner, then come refresh your skills and learn the latest research on preserving foods.

The $3.00 fee for materials will be collected at the clinic.

Please pre-register by calling (352) 337-6209 (voice mail) and leaving your name and number. For questions please call (352) 955-2402.

$mart Financial $tart

The Alachua County Extension Office invites young married couples to attend a free series of classes entitled “$mart Financial $tart.” Classes will be held at the Alachua County Extension Office, 2800 NE 39th Ave. The sessions will be held in both the evenings and the afternoons on the following dates:

Evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.: April 10, April 17, May 8, and May 22
Afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.: April 11, April 25, May 11 and May 25

This series of classes is new and is partially grant funded. Those completing the series will receive an array of money management tools and materials.

$mart Financial $tart is designed to assist couples to get off on the right foot financially. It is an extension of the pre-marital class, “Before You Tie the Knot.” All couples are invited to attend. The series includes topics such as designing a spending plan, using credit wisely, understanding insurance, saving for a home, planning for retirement and basic estate planning.

Please pre-register by calling (352) 337-6209 (voice mail) and leaving your name and number. For questions please call (352) 955-2402.