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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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Foodie Friends Cooking Class

Chowan County 4-H and FCS are partnering to offer a new cooking series: Foodie Friends Cooking Class! Join us …

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Rethink Takeout This New Year

Happy New Year’s Eve after weeks of family time you may be really wanting to order out. Ordering takeout …

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Wreath Decorating Workshop

This is the 4th Annual Wreath Decorating Workshop that has been hosted by Extension Community Association and assisted by …

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Sweet Potato Biscuits

Join us and learn how to make Sweet Potato Biscuits and Homemade Honey Butter. This will be a hands-on …

Chowan County Cooperative Extension

Fall Food Drive

Chowan County 4-H and FCS are teaming up to host a Fall Food Drive. When you donate seven canned …

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Pumpkins and More Class

Let’s Celebrate Fall Y’all. The N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center is offering a Pumpkins and More Class on October …

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Canning Pickles Class

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center is hosting several canning workshops this summer. The next workshop being offered is the …

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Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens

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Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens

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