Free eating smart, being active class offered

Sanders County and the Montana State University Extension Nutrition Education Program is offering a series of hands on, interactive classes focused on basic nutrition, food preparation and physical activity on a budget.

The class is part of the SNAP-Ed Program (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education) and provides a free 9-session series of classes designed for families and persons on a limited income.

The series of classes will cover topics including easy meal planning according to MyPlate, ideas for stretching food dollars, tips for increasing physical activity and tasty ways to eat healthy.

Classes will be held at the State Office Building Conference Room, 2504 Tradewinds Way, in Thompson Falls on Wednesdays from 10:30-12 beginning Dec. 6, 2017 and continuing through Jan. 31, 2018.

To register or for more information, contact Jeanette Allday, 827-6934, at the Extension Office.