K-State Extension - Coffey County

K-State Extension - Coffey County K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer. K-State, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S.

Jill Barnhardt, Ag & Natural Resources/4-H Agent
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Cassidy Collins, FCS & 4-H Agents
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Office: 620-364-5313 Department of Agriculture Cooperating. K-State Research & Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer. K-State Research and Extension is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special

requirements due to a physical, vision or hearing disability, or a dietary restriction please contact Darl Henson or Jill Barnhardt at 620-364-5313.

Could you or someone you know benefit from improved strength, balance, and flexibility? Join us for the Stay Strong, Sta...
06/23/2026

Could you or someone you know benefit from improved strength, balance, and flexibility? Join us for the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program starting August 3rd at the Coffey County Library LeRoy Branch.

Program Details:
- Classes meet from August 3 - September 23
- Class will be held two times a week from 9 AM to 10 AM
- Registration is requested by July 17

- Classes are FREE to those 60 and older thanks to a local grant!
For questions or to register, contact Cassidy Collins at [email protected] or 620-364-5313.

Class size is limited, so don't wait to secure your spot!

🐄🐄📢 New World Screwworm Webinar Series 📢🐄Join experts each Tuesday from 12:00–1:00 PM CT for updates on the New World Sc...
06/22/2026

🐄🐄📢 New World Screwworm Webinar Series 📢🐄

Join experts each Tuesday from 12:00–1:00 PM CT for updates on the New World Screwworm situation, response efforts, and management strategies.

📅 June 23
• Current Situation and Our Response – Kansas Department of Agriculture
• Regulations and Therapeutics: New World Screwworm in the U.S. – Dr. Brian Lubbers, K-State College of Veterinary Medicine

💻 Register and learn more: https://agmanager.info/events/new-world-screwworm-webinar-series

❓Questions? Contact Rich Llewelyn at [email protected].

🌱🌼 Youth Gardening Workshop 🌼🌱Join us for a fun afternoon of learning all about plants! Youth ages 7–18 will explore soi...
06/21/2026

🌱🌼 Youth Gardening Workshop 🌼🌱

Join us for a fun afternoon of learning all about plants! Youth ages 7–18 will explore soil types, plant seeds, and discover tips for growing healthy gardens.

🗓 June 24, 2026
⏰ 1:30–3:00 PM
📍 Coffey County Extension Office, Burlington

📞 Register by June 23: 620-364-5313 or [email protected]

Come grow with us! 🌿🌻

🐄🐄📢 New World Screwworm Webinar Series 📢🐄Join experts each Tuesday from 12:00–1:00 PM CT for updates on the New World Sc...
06/20/2026

🐄🐄📢 New World Screwworm Webinar Series 📢🐄
Join experts each Tuesday from 12:00–1:00 PM CT for updates on the New World Screwworm situation, response efforts, and management strategies.

📅 June 23
• Current Situation and Our Response – Kansas Department of Agriculture
• Regulations and Therapeutics: New World Screwworm in the U.S. – Dr. Brian Lubbers, K-State College of Veterinary Medicine

💻 Register and learn more: https://agmanager.info/events/new-world-screwworm-webinar-series

❓Questions? Contact Rich Llewelyn at [email protected].

🎨🌈 Color Wheel Workshop for Youth! 🌈🎨Calling all young artists ages 7–18! Join us for a fun and creative afternoon explo...
06/20/2026

🎨🌈 Color Wheel Workshop for Youth! 🌈🎨

Calling all young artists ages 7–18! Join us for a fun and creative afternoon exploring the magic of color. Participants will learn about the color wheel, discover how colors mix, and create their own watercolor artwork—all while building confidence in their artistic skills!

🗓 June 23
⏰ 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Coffey County Extension Office
225 Cross St., Burlington, KS 66839

✨ Open to beginners
🎨 All materials provided
📞 Register by June 22 by calling 620-364-5313 or emailing [email protected]

🐦 Bird feeders can be a great way to enjoy wildlife right outside your window, but they may be attracting more than just...
06/19/2026

🐦 Bird feeders can be a great way to enjoy wildlife right outside your window, but they may be attracting more than just birds. From raccoons and deer to hawks and other predators, feeders can have unexpected impacts on your backyard ecosystem.

Learn about the potential benefits and drawbacks of feeding birds, plus tips for keeping feeders clean and reducing the spread of disease among bird populations.

Read the full article here:
🔗 https://extension.k-state.edu/news-and-publications/news/stories/2026/06/wildlife-bird-feeders.html

Could you or someone you know benefit from improved strength, balance, and flexibility? Join us for the Stay Strong, Sta...
06/18/2026

Could you or someone you know benefit from improved strength, balance, and flexibility? Join us for the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program starting August 3rd at the Coffey County Library LeRoy Branch.

Program Details:
- Classes meet from August 3 - September 23
- Class will be held two times a week from 9 AM to 10 AM
- Registration is requested by July 17
- Classes are FREE to those 60 and older thanks to a local grant!

For questions or to register, contact Cassidy Collins at [email protected] or 620-364-5313.

Class size is limited, so don't wait to secure your spot!

🐾 Calling all young animal lovers! 🐾Join us for our Pets Workshop, part of the 4-H Summer Enrichment Series! This hands-...
06/16/2026

🐾 Calling all young animal lovers! 🐾

Join us for our Pets Workshop, part of the 4-H Summer Enrichment Series! This hands-on workshop is perfect for youth ages 7–18 who want to learn about different types of pets and responsible pet ownership.

📅 June 30
⏰ 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Coffey County Extension Office
225 Cross St., Burlington, KS 66839

Participants will complete a fun "Pet Passport" filled with information about a variety of pets to take home and keep.

🐶 Please note: Do not bring pets to this workshop. We will be learning about pets through activities and discussion only.

⚠️ Space is limited to 15 participants. Register by June 26 by calling 620-364-5313.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🍀

☀️🐄 With county fair season underway and summer temperatures heating up, now is a great time to learn how heat stress ca...
06/15/2026

☀️🐄 With county fair season underway and summer temperatures heating up, now is a great time to learn how heat stress can impact livestock. From recognizing early warning signs to simple management practices that can help keep animals comfortable, this article from K-State beef veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff offers valuable tips for youth exhibitors and livestock families.

Read the full article here:
🔗 https://extension.k-state.edu/news-and-publications/news/stories/2026/06/agriculture-heat-stress-county-fair.html

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225 Cross Street/PO Box 269
Burlington, KS
66839

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Monday 8am - 12pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm

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