Family and Consumer Sciences

Note: One Zoom link will cover all four sessions.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact the educator, Dr. Henley, on or before May 8th, 2025, at shenley@umd.edu

The Mediterranean diet is a healthy eating approach practiced by many people living in the Mediterranean Sea region. The diet is rich in foods such as olive oil, nuts, seeds, vegetables, fruits, fish, and poultry. It is low in red meat, and moderate in dairy products, and processed foods. Join UME Nutrition Educator Jennifer Dixon Cravens and discover how this eating plan can improve your overall health and wellness and help prevent and manage chronic diseases.

The MIND Diet is a hybrid of the DASH diet and Mediterranean diet that can make a difference in the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, as you age.  Join the University of Maryland Extension Family and Consumer Science Educator Jennifer Dixon Cravens for an online webinar to learn more!

 

Earth Day is in April! Celebrate all month long and join us on April 30 to learn the health and financial benefits of "green" household cleaning. Participants will receive copies the "green" household cleaner recipes and watch a demonstration of how to make inexpensive, environmentally-friendly products at home!

Learn basic stress reduction and relaxation skills to promote self-care and emotional well-being as well as the proper nutrition & foods needed to combat stress and keep the immune and nervous system strong!

University of Maryland celebrates Ag Day 100 at Maryland Day on Saturday, April 26! 

Visit Ag Day Avenue to make new friends at the Campus Farm, grab a plant, discover innovative research, meet student clubs, enjoy live music, try our special Ag Day ice cream, check-out our recently planted tree, and much more as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the original Ag Day! Plus, there will be a special opening ceremony at the farm at 9:30am. 

During this 4 week class, we will cover management of diabetes, menu planning, carb counting, recipes, resources, and more.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Lynn Matava lmatava@umd.edu on or before April 22, 2025.

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

Research shows the syndemic of communicable diseases, such as HIV and Hepatitis, are linked with substance use in three contexts: selling or exchanging sex for drugs and money, using substances to enhance or extend sexual activity, and substance use connection to heightened sexual risk-taking. This webinar will discuss HIV and Hepatitis that place communities at risk when there is substance use while exploring the intersection of HIV, Hepatitis, and opioid use in populations that have been challenged with being successful in prevention, treatment, and care programs in diverse settings. This webinar will also examine the benefits of a transdisciplinary model where collaborative efforts are implemented to support clients and patients in substance use treatment and clinical settings. A case scenario will be included to facilitate the learning experience.

Join us for a hands-on workshop on water bath canning. During this workshop, we will provdie an overview of safe food preservation & canning techniques. You will learn the process for canning tomatoes and take a jar of canned tomatoes home. We will guide you through the process step by step, so you can confidently preserve your favorite foods at home. Space is limited, register today!

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Lynn Matava lmatava@umd.edu on or before March 16, 2025.

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

Join us for a virtual event where we will explore the power of food in promoting health and wellness. Learn about the benefits of incorporating functional foods and superfoods into your diet to boost your immune system and overall well-being.