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Storywalk After Dark

Come join the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center Staff on October 30th from 6-8 p.m. for the Storywalk …

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Learn more about the ancient art of sourdough in our comprehensive class! Learn how to nurture a living starter …

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Canning Sweet Potatoes

N.C. The Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center, will host a Canning Class on October 8, 2025, covering basic Pressure …

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The Chowan County Cooperative Extension will offer the Safe Plates for the Food Safety Managers Certificate program on November …

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N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center will be hosting a Pickled Beets Canning Class on July 23, 2025 on …

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