In Yellowstone County, the Family and Consumer Sciences program is led by Extension Agent, Erin Gregory. The focus is to improve individual, family, and community well-being. Programs are intended to provide research based education and resources relating to food and nutrition, health and wellness, and a wide range of family issues such as changing family structures, inter-generational relations; human response to stress and crisis; family laws, finance and economics; and decision-making.

CURRENT PROGRAMMING

ServSafe Food Manager ** October 22, 2026

ServSafe Food Manager is an ANSI-CFP accredited program administered by the National Restaurant Association. This full-day program and proctored exam is delivered by Certified ServSafe Instructor and Yellowstone County MSU Extension FCS Agent, Erin Gregory.

Date/Time

  • October 22, 2026
  • 8 am to 5 pm

Location

  • MSU Extension Office - Yellowstone County
  • 2320 3rd Ave N Billings, MT 59034

Fee

  • $125 - Includes course manual. Can be paid online by credit card or cash/check to the Extension office.

Registration Deadline

  • October 9, 2026
  • 5 pm
Pressure Canning: Black Beans **Register here
Join us to learn how to can black beans and other dried varieties. This class is great for beginner and intermediate canners, as well as anyone looking to make their grocery bill more affordable. 
 
If you have a dial gauge pressure canner, bring it along to be tested for accuracy. 
 
When: 9AM-11:30AM, September 26th
Where: American Lutheran Church (5 Lewis Ave, Billings, MT 59101)
Class size: 10 max
Class fee: $10
Water Bath Canning: Salsa **Register here

Join us to learn how to can salsa. This class is great for beginner and intermediate canners, as well as anyone with an overflowing garden!

 

When: 5PM-7PM, September 24th

Where: American Lutheran Church (5 Lewis Ave, Billings, MT 59101)

Class size: 10 max

Class fee: $10

SAIL - Fitness Classes (September 1 - November 19)

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a FREE 12-week fitness program for adults age 65+. Participants will learn and perform exercises to improve their strength, balance and overall fitness.
 
Where: Laurel Senior Citizen Center (720 S 4th St, Laurel, MT 59044)
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am - 10:30am
Duration: September 1 - November 19
To register: Join us at 9:00am on September 1st or 3rd to register in-person before class begins at 9:30.

Food Smarts (October 7 - November 18)

Join us for a six-week cooking & nutrition series to learn about healthy life habits, culinary skills, and how to use an Instant Pot. 
 
When: Wednesdays, 2pm - 3pm
Duration: October 7 - November 18 (No class on Nov. 11, Veterans Day)
To register: email EILEENR@LIFTT.ORG or call 406-294-5185
 
Participants who attend all six classes will receive a FREE Instant Pot !

 

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