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Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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Soup-er Monday Extension Showcase

Join the North Carolina Cooperative Extension – Chowan County Center on Monday, February 10th for Soup-er Monday! The event …

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Introduction to Beekeeping

Introduction to Beekeeping hosted by the Beekeepers of Chowan County. If you are interested in learning about Beekeeping, this …

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2024 Report to the People

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center presented the 2024 Annual Report To the People to the Chowan County Commissioners …

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Sourdough Bread Basics

Come learn the basics of making Sourdough Bread. This class teaches you how to make your sourdough starter and …

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Chowan County Is Hiring

Come Join the Chowan County Team! Chowan County is searching for a Agriculture-Field Crops Extension Agent. For more information please …

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We Need Foodie Volunteers

Do you enjoy cooking, eating, local food work, or just simply – food? If you answered yes to any …

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Summer Canning Series

Come gather with like-minded people and learn about canning your bounty. In the “Summer Canning Series,” you will learn about …

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Cake Decorating 101

Please join us for Cake Decorating 101 class on May 16, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. at the N.C. Cooperative …

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Cast Iron Skillet Seasoning & Care

Learn how to care for cast iron cookware on April 18, 2024, at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center …

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Chowan V Training, Fumigation & Paraquat

Attention Farmers! Does your Pesticide license need to be renewed this year? N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center will be offering three …

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Beekeeping 101

The Beekeepers of Chowan County will have the Beekeeping 101 class on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the Chowan …

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