This fall, FCHS resumed work with HomeFront Family Campus to provide nutrition education classes to their clients. HomeFront Family Campus accommodates almost 40 families, supplying them with housing and support services such as childcare and job training. FCHS led an exciting nutrition class where participants learned about the five food groups, discussed balanced MyPlate meals, […]
The Rutgers Master Gardener Tour committee planned a lovely private tour of Longwood Gardens led by the Longwood Garden Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens. The Master Gardeners (MG’s) were joined by Justine Gray, Master Gardener Coordinator, on the Dec 6th tour. The group, some of whom have been in the organization for 20 years, and some […]
During the months of November and December, FCHS’ Ricardo Kairios, Mercer County Educator and Assistant Professor, is collaborating with the Princeton Mobile Food Pantry to provide families and individuals with resources that support food security and healthy eating behaviors. In November, Ricardo hosted a table highlighting federal food assistance resources such as SNAP, WIC, and […]
Each year at our annual 4-H Achievement Night Celebration, 4-H staff and volunteers have an opportunity to recognize 4-H’ers for their accomplishments during the previous 4-H year. Our many dedicated volunteers are also honored for the work they do supporting the 4-H program and the youth in their clubs. This year’s event, held Friday, November […]
This fall, an exciting collaboration is currently underway between FCHS, the Children’s Home Society, and Christina Seix Academy. FCHS is providing “Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables” lessons to 20 families from both organizations over five weeks. Families also receive a $50 food bag at each class, which includes locally sourced, healthy foods such as meats, grains, […]
