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July Water Challenge

Hydration is super important to stay healthy. This challenge encourages participants to drink 64 oz of water daily from …

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Fig Jam Class

N.C. The Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center, will host a Canning Class on August 20, 2025, covering basic Hot …

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Intro to Canning

Canning is a method of preserving food by sealing it in airtight containers to prevent spoilage. It allows people …

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Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit Class

Come join us for a Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit Class at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chowan County Center. This class …

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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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