Cooking on a Budget

Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 02:30 pm UTC-04:00

739 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Newport News, VA, United States, Virginia 23606 | Newport News

Virginia Cooperative Extension-Newport News
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Cooking on a Budget
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Free Cooking Classes for Caregivers 🍎
Join Virginia Cooperative Extension’s Family Nutrition Program for In the Kitchen, a free, hands-on cooking class series for caregivers of children 12 years old or younger.
Over four sessions , you’ll prepare low-cost, family‑friendly meals, learn tips for saving money on groceries, practice simple ways to be active as a family, and enjoy a meal together each week.
Participants who complete the series will receive a free slow cooker and other items to support cooking at home.
Dates & Times (4‑week series)
Fridays at 2:30 PM, June 12th, 26th, July 10th and 24th
Who can participate?
Caregivers of children 12 or younger who meet one of the following:
Eligible for SNAP
Eligible for WIC
Have a child attending a school where 50% or more of students receive free or reduced‑price meals
Registration is required. Space may be limited.
To register, contact Amarja McCormick
Newport News Extension Office
Call to register: (757) 591‑4838 ext. 303 or (757) 504‑2436
Email to register: [email protected]
These classes are free for eligible participants.
If you have questions about the program or if you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Newport News Extension Office at 757-591-4838 during business hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM to discuss accommodations 10 days prior to the event.
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