Med Instead of Meds
Med Instead Meds Thursdays, August 2-September 20, 5:30pm-7:30pm COST: $40 The Med Instead of Meds class series will help …
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Health & Nutrition
Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that address public health issues, improve economic well-being, and help people make healthier, better-informed decisions. Programs range from local foods, food safety, and food preservation to gardening and environmental efforts.
Extension Master Food Volunteer
Tuesdays, July 24-October 2, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm (No class August 7) COST: $50 EMFV program is delivered through North Carolina …
FREE Saturday Fun Cooking Camp
Your child is invited to come learn how to cook simple, healthy recipes and try new ways to be …
Help Keep FoodCorps Programming in High Point!
Together with FoodCorps, our goal at North Carolina Cooperative Extension in Guilford County is to give children in High …
Safe Plates Certification
NC Safe Plates is a food safety certification course developed by NC State University. Certification is based on passing …
Fit Kidz Camp July 16-20
Interested in a Fitness Camp for Kids? Does your child need a heart healthy boost? This low cost, one …
Local Food Guide!
This Local Food Guide is designed to make consumers aware of the benefits of buying and eating local food …
Homegrown, a New Educational Video Series From NC State Extension
From exploring miles of fertile farmland and fresh produce at the farmers market to discovering flowers blooming in the …
Upcoming Family & Consumer Sciences Classes
We’re BACK!!!! Check out these upcoming classes for Spring and Summer. Looking for summer camp options for your children…we’ve …
The Crafted Family Newsletter
Check out the 2nd Installment of our new FCS Newsletter “The Crafted Family” 2018_FCS_Crafted Family Vol. 2 In case you missed …
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