Summer Adventures

This summer we are offering a variety of classes for you to experience!

REGISTER FOR CLASSES BY CLICKING HERE!

Army Strong

Are you “Army Strong”? In this class, we will
make the “Army Strong” 550 Cord Bracelets
that were strong enough to use as
suspension lines in World War II. We will also
make other types of bracelets that you can
wear to next year to represent your school!

Date: June 12, 2024

Location: West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time:10:00-12:00 P.M.

Strawberry Freezer Jam

Learn how to prepare fruit to make
delicious jams! You will also learning the
basic canning skills that will allow you to
have jam for all your future breakfast
needs!

Date: June 5, 12, & 19

Location:West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 2:00-4:00 P.M.

Dill-ightful Summer

“Kids can pickle! Join us for a hands-on
pickle-canning experience this summer!

Date: July 25, 2024

Location: Liberty Technology High School, 3470 Ridgecrest Ext, Jackson, TN 38305

Time: 1:00-4:00 P.M.

Painting

Let creativity run wild as kids explore
painting techniques and express
themselves by painting canvas, rocks,
tote bags, and more!

Date: June 7, June 14, July 5, & July 12

Location:UT-TSU Extension, Madison County, 309 North Parkway, Jackson, TN 38305

Time: 2:00-4:00 P.M.

The Science of Food

Join us this summer for an exciting
exploration into the fascinating world of
food science! Learn about techniques
such as canning, dehydration,
cheesemaking, and more!

Date: June 10

Location: West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 1:00-4:00 P.M.

Woodworking Wonders

You’ll learn how to measure, cut, and
assemble wood to make your very own
birdhouse or picture frame. Bring your
ideas and watch them come to life with
tools and paint. Suitable for ages 10 and
up. Craft something amazing with us!

Date: July 8, 2024

Location: Liberty Technology High School, 3470 Ridgecrest Ext, Jackson, TN 38305

Time: 10:00-12:00 P.M.

International

Kids explore international cultures and
foods, cooking dishes from different
countries each week. Join us for culinary
adventures and cultural discovery!

Date: July 1, July 8, July 15, & July 22

Location: Liberty Technology High School, 3470 Ridgecrest Ext, Jackson, TN 38305

Time: 10:00-2:00 P.M.

Outdoor Exploration

Explore the great outdoors with us! We’ll
go hiking and discover new places
together. Learn about nature, make
friends, and have tons of fun exploring
the world around us!

Date: June 13 & July 3

Location: Meet at UT-TSU Extension, Madison County, 309 North Parkway, Jackson, Tennessee 38305

Time: 2:00-5:30 P.M.

Summer Ag-ventures

Explore the journey of food from farm to
table! Join us for hands-on fun and
discovery of where our food, fibers, and
fuel come from!

Date: June 4, June 11, June 25, July 9, July 16, & July 30

Location: West Tennessee Research and Education Center, 605 Airway, Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 1:00-4:00 P.M.

Babysitting Basics

Interested in making some summer cash
by babysitting? In this class, you will
learn how to care for younger children by
being trained in CPR, playing fun games,
making crafts and more! You will also
create a babysitting kit and receive a
certificate of completion!

Date: June 6, 2024

Location: West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time:10:00-2:00 P.M.

Dye-namic Designs

Dive into a world of color where you will
learn folding techniques and experiment
with vibrant dyes to create personalized
designs.

Date: June 7, June 14, July 12, & July 19

Location:West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 10:00-12:00 P.M.

It’s the Clay Way!

Let your creativity come to life in 3-D
sculptures! Learn about different
techniques in molding and sculpting clay!

Date: June 7, 2024

Location:West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 10:00-12:00 P.M.

Yoga/ Mindfulness

Join us for a morning of yoga where you’ll
learn fun poses and relaxation techniques.
This session is designed to help you
stretch, balance, and unwind. Ideal for
young participants of all skill levels.

Date: July 17, 2024

Location: Liberty Technology High School, 3470 Ridgecrest Ext, Jackson, TN 38305

Time: 3:30-5:00 P.M.

Checkmate!

Learn chess basics and compete in
friendly matches. It’s all about fun,
learning, and friendly competition. Join us
and sharpen your mind while making
new friends!

Date: June 12 & July 17

Location: West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 1:00-2:30 P.M.

Gone Fishing with 4-H

Dive into fishing fun with Gone Fishing
With 4-H! Learn the basics, catch some
fish, and have a blast with us!

Date: July 20, 2024

Location: Liberty Technology High School, 3470 Ridgecrest Ext, Jackson, TN 38305

Time: 8:00-12:00 P.M.

Candle Creations

Join us for a day of fun and creativity as
we dive into the art of candle making!
Learn how to mix colors and scents to
create your very own custom candle.

Date: June 6, 2024

Location: West TN Research and Education Center, 605 Airways Blvd. Jackson, TN 38301

Time: 1:00- 4:00 P.M.