NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION - GUILFORD COUNTY |
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In This Issue:
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Monthly Round-Up–Extension Events
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Announcements
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Upcoming Events, Workshops, & Classes
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Other Community Events
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Agriculture Agent, Marcus Williams; Outreach Specialist, Sonni Dudley; and Food Security Program Assistant, Melodie Melbouci, presented their poster at the National Urban Extension Leaders Conference, “HarvestConnect: A Model for Strengthening Farmer-Restaurant Collaboration,” in early May to promote the collaboration of farmers, horticulture agents, and digital skills agents to strengthen local food networks between restaurants and local producers. |
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Guilford County 4-H’s Butterfly Life Cycles program engaged 638 youth across 31 classrooms, offering a hands-on, science-based learning experience focused on the metamorphosis of butterflies. |
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What to Know About Soil Testing
Testing Services for Nutrients and pH is provided by the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Soils Lab for free to North Carolina residents except during peak season (December 1- March 31) when there is a $4 fee. Soil test boxes are available at the Ag Center. Please mail your soil test boxes to the testing lab in Raleigh using the address listed on the form. Learn More |
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Celebrate Pollinators Day Giveaway! |
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Enter our upcoming Pollinator Day Giveaway for a chance to win a Sunflower Butterfly Block Toys Set or a Burt’s Bees coupon!
The grand prize winner will receive a Sunflower Butterfly Block Toys Set and 3 additional winners will each receive a coupon for a free Burts Bees product!
Learn more on our Instagram and Facebook pages! |
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SAVE THE DATE -
JUNE 14th, 2025 |
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Celebrate Pollinators Day
June 14th, 2025
9 AM - 12 PM at the Ag Center
Join us in the Demonstration Garden at the NC Cooperative Extension-Guilford County Center for a day full of fun and learning for the whole family! Don’t forget to snap a photo with Polly Nater, our friendly pollinator mascot, and check out the car show happening on the property in partnership with Celebrate Pollinators Day.
Start spreading the word and let’s create some buzz about this year’s celebration! |
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Juneteenth Triad Black Farmer's Market |
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June 19th, 2025
10 AM - 4 PM at the Hayes - Taylor YMCA
Save the date! Enjoy locally sourced products and fun for the whole family. This is a Juneteenth event that you do NOT want to miss! |
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SAVE THE DATE -
JULY 19th, 2025 |
EMG Garden Show |
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July 19th, 2025
10 AM - 12:30 PM at the Ag Center
Come and see the entries of Guilford County’s Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers showing off their gardening knowledge and work in practice. From 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., vote for your favorite entry. While awaiting the determination of the judges, from 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. enjoy a free gardening presentation, “Culinary Herbs” or take a tour of our on-site Demonstration Garden (weather dependent). |
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Med instead Meds - Recipe of the Month |
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This salsa is easy and quick and goes great on fish tacos, grilled fish, or with beans and rice. The Med Way includes plenty of healthy and nutritious meals that are also delicious and satisfying. We teach Eating the Med Way through the Family & Consumer Sciences Program.
Tomato and Pepper Salad with Lime
A bright and fresh salad with great flavor that will keep well for several days! |
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Community Garden Start-Up Grants Are Available! |
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Has your Guilford County neighborhood, place of worship, or other citizens group thought about starting a community garden next spring? Consider applying for a Community Garden Start-Up Grant!
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Blessing Box |
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Looking for an opportunity to donate to those in need? Come check out our Blessing Box at our building!
You can donate non-perishable food items, hygiene, and household items.
For more information contact our FCS Agent, Vincent Webb, at:
vwebb@ncsu.edu
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Upcoming Classes & Workshops |
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Community & School Gardens- |
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Mixed Greens Celebrates 25 Years this month! |
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The Mixed Greens Community Garden is proudly marking its 25th anniversary! Over the years, it has become a thriving hub for growing fresh produce, forging connections with fellow gardeners, and nurturing a vibrant sense of community in Guilford County.
Find Mixed Greens at the Celebrate Pollinators Day Event on June 14th at the Ag Center to take a tour of the Mixed Greens Community Garden, enjoy some light refreshments, and learn more about our community!
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Horticulture |
Grow With Us |
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For 2025, the Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers have their Fall 2025 free gardening class schedule already on our website! Feel free to sign up for as many classes as you like! |
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Passalong Plant Sale Recap |
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May 2nd & 3rd
The 2025 Extension Master Gardener℠ Passalong Plant Sale was a success! About 500 members of the community attended the event to fulfill their plant needs. Any remaining plants from the plant sale will be for sale at the Celebrate Pollinators Day event on June 14th at the Ag Center! |
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SAVE THE DATES -
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2025 EMG Public Events |
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Join the Extension Master Gardeners for their public events this year! Start spreading the word!
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Agriculture |
Grower's Certificate |
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Grower’s Certificates are for agricultural products that are grown/raised/produced in Guilford County, North Carolina Certificates expire on December 31st, 2025. Grower’s Certificates are maintained by N.C. Cooperative Extension, Guilford County Center to certify producers who are selling agricultural products grown in Guilford County. Local farmer’s markets or other sellers may ask for a Grower’s Certificate to show that your products are from Guilford County. They can also serve as a marketing piece for your local foods! |
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4-H |
4-H STEM Camp |
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July 15-17th, 2025
Campers will gain and understanding of basic science concepts related to robotics in a team setting while developing skills in STEM. Open to youth in Middle School for the 2025-2026 school year. Registration includes lunch daily. |
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4-H Life Skills Camp |
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July 28-30th, 2025
Campers will gain and understanding of various life skills to help them in the future!
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FCS - Digital Skills |
Workforce Ready |
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Every 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
10 AM - 12 PM at the NCWorks Career Center, 2301 West Meadowview Road, Greensboro, NC 27407
Join us to gain familiarity with current technology!
Questions? Contact Jeffrey Cates at:
jeff_cates@ncsu.edu , 336.641.2436 |
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Tech Drop In: Hardware vs. Software |
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First Thursdays
3-5 PM at the Ag Center
Join our June Tech Drop In to learn more about Hardware vs. Software! Technology can be a good tool but sometimes it can be a challenge. Bring your tech into our office for free help. |
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Tech Drop In Schedule 2025 |
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First Thursdays
3-5 PM at the Ag Center
Need Tech Help? Here's the Tech Help Drop In Beginner Basics schedule until October to get tech assistance and pick up some digital skills along the way! |
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Art & AI Workshops |
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1st Tuesdays (Next Session: June 3rd)
4-5 PM at High Point Public Library
Writing, image-generation, making music, & more…
Each unique session is a conversation and hands-on experience to learn how you and your families can use AI for creative projects for school and home. |
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FCS- Health & Nutrition |
Cast Iron Eats |
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June 12th
12 -12:30 PM Online
A quick session on the benefits and many possibilities of cooking with cast iron. |
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Microgreens: Windowsill Gardening |
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June 17th
10 -11 AM Online
Not a gardener? No worries! Microgreens are a great small-scale, low commitment step to getting started growing regardless of the season or weather since they can be grown indoors and they take up very little space!
What are Microgreens? They are flavorful, nutrition-dense, young seedlings of vegetables or herbs that you can typically harvest within only 1-3 weeks of sowing the seeds! They make great additions to salads, sandwiches, and elevate any dish when used as a garnish. Join us to learn how to start your own microgreen trays by reusing materials that you likely already have around the house. |
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Canning with Extension: Green Beans |
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June 24th
5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Ag Center
Join FCS Agent Vincent Webb to learn more about canning green beans. |
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Mindful Eating |
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July 10th
12-1 PM Online
In this session, we'll cover what it means to eat mindfully which essentially means being attentive and aware of what you're eating and how affects your body. We'll ask questions such as "How does food make you feel?" or "What type of nutrients will this provide?" |
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Canning with Extension: Pickles |
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July 22nd
5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Ag Center
This workshop will focus on the water bath canning technique. Participants will learn how to safely pickle vegetables and can them using the water bath canning technique. |
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Safe Plates Schedule |
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Next Course: August 19th-20th
8:30 AM - 4 PM at the Ag Center
Are you a food service manager or part of the supervisory staff for a restaurant, hospital, nursing home, or school? Join us for our comprehensive program to earn a Safe Plates Certification! |
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FCS- Financial Literacy |
Understanding Credit |
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June 24th
2-3 PM at the Women's Resource Center of Greensboro
Join us for a free class that breaks down the basics of credit—what it is, how it works, and why it matters. Learn how to build your credit, use it wisely, and monitor it to protect your financial future. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their credit knowledge. |
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Tech For Vets |
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June 26th-27th (repeats monthy until October)
11 AM - 1 PM at the High Point Public Library
Our Goodwill on the Go unit, with instructors from the NC Cooperative Extension, will be on hand to guide you through creating and navigating all three on your VA benefit accounts.
What to expect:
• Coaching on the digital skills needed to access veteran benefits
• Step-by-step assistance in setting up your online VA accounts
• Learn how to navigate the platforms to easily find and use services
Prior registration is encouraged: |
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Debt Management with PowerPay |
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June 28th
11 AM -1 PM at the Lydia House,
830 West Green Drive #suite 101 High Point, NC 27260
Discover tools to eliminate debt, safeguard finances, and build a sustainable financial plan using digital resources. |
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Credit Smart: Know, Grow, Protect | Crédito Inteligente: Conoce, Mejora, Protege |
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July 24th
3 - 4:30 PM at the Central Library
Join our fun, interactive bilingual session (English and Spanish) with practical tips and tools to help you manage your money wisely, create a simple budget, and protect yourself from common scams.
To register or for more information, email Beth.Bowles@greensboro-nc.gov
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Únete a nuestra divertida e interactiva sesión bilingüe (inglés y español) con consejos y herramientas prácticas para ayudarte a manejar tu dinero sabiamente, crear un presupuesto sencillo y protegerte de estafas comunes.
Para registrarte o para más información, escribe a: Beth.Bowles@greensboro-nc.gov
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Credit Smart: Know, Grow, Protect | Crédito Inteligente: Conoce, Mejora, Protege |
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July 24th
3 - 4:30 PM at the Central Library
Join our fun, interactive bilingual session (English and Spanish) with practical tips and tools to help you manage your money wisely, create a simple budget, and protect yourself from common scams.
To register or for more information, email Beth.Bowles@greensboro-nc.gov
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Únete a nuestra divertida e interactiva sesión bilingüe (inglés y español) con consejos y herramientas prácticas para ayudarte a manejar tu dinero sabiamente, crear un presupuesto sencillo y protegerte de estafas comunes.
Para registrarte o para más información, escribe a: Beth.Bowles@greensboro-nc.gov
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Monthly Financial Skills Workshops: Money Smart - Your Savings |
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July 26th
11 AM -1 PM at the Lydia House,
830 West Green Drive #suite 101 High Point, NC 27260
Uncover the importance of saving, explore strategies, and identify opportunities and options to grow your savings. |
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General Community Resources |
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Community Health Walks |
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June 28th, July 19th
Saturdays at 10:00 AM
Vance Chavis Library, 900 S. Benbow Rd, Greensboro
A healthy neighbor equals a healthy community! That's why the Cone Health Center for Health Equity invites you to join their Community Health Walks each month!
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Summer Feeding Sites: Free Breakfast & Lunch Available to Youth Under Age 18 |
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Program begins June 23, 2025
· Sites will be closed June 19 and the week of June 30 - July 4
· Free breakfast and lunch available to anyone under the age of 18 during the summer months
· Operates Monday through Thursday
· Meals served on campus
Breakfast: 8:00 am — 9:00 am
Lunch: 11:00 am — 12:00 pm
Sites open June 23 — August 14, 2025 |
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