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 & Resources
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The Juneteenth Triad Farmers’ Market on June 19th was a blowout success with over 3,000 people in attendance. Food Security Coordinator Alyssa McKim, Food Security Program Assistant Melodie Melbouci, and FCS Agent Vincent Webb represented the NC Cooperative Extension at the event. A&T University interns, Rekiyah Bobbit and Arcanae Clark, also helped facilitate the event. The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers℠hosted a “Ask A Gardner” booth at the NCCE table to answer gardening questions as well. |
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The Extension Master Gardenerâ„ Celebrate Pollinators Day event on June 14 was a sun-shining success in the Demo Garden! Polly Nater made an appearance, and there were giveaways at the event! There was a plant sale and a gently used sale as well. About 200 members of the community were in attendance. |
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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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Cooking Up With FCS |
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Need some quick cooking and snack tips? Our series, Cooking Up With FCS, featuring our agent, Vincent Webb, makes simple, but delicious recipes!
View our reels series on our Instagram and Facebook pages!
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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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SAVE THE DATE -
August 23rd, 2025 |
Pollinator Census |
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August 23rd, 2025
10 AM - 1 PM at the Ag Center
Attendees can participate anywhere from 15 minutes to the full 3 hours according to their preference, and may come at any point during the 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. time period. One count takes 15 minutes, and participants can take as many counts as they would like.
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Med instead Meds - Recipe of the Month |
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This dish offers a quick, healthy twist on a classic egg roll. The fragrant aromatics (onions, garlic, and ginger) add a familiar flavor to this classic food. Bag coleslaw or broccoli mix makes prep time super easy. Feel free to add peppers, chilis, or hot sauce to up the heat. 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.
Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl
Serve with a side of brown rice to create a well-rounded meal. |
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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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Share the Harvest
June 10th-September, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM at the Ag Center
Share the Harvest is starting back up and the Ag Center is serving as a collection site. The office will serve as a collection site for fresh produce donations.
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Drop off produce in the foyer.
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Weigh the donation.
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Record your name and produce details on the Share the Harvest Donation Form.
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Place the produce in the crate next to the scale.
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A Share the Harvest volunteer will pick it up on Mondays.
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June Round-Up
Saturday, June 7th
The Greater High Point Food Alliance's Urban Agriculture Committee hosted its annual Free Plant Giveaway at the High Point Farmers Market. The N.C. Cooperative Extension participated as a proud committee member. Vegetable, strawberry, and herb plants—grown and donated by High Point University’s horticulture department and Growing High Point urban farms—were shared with the community. Special thanks to members, Rachel Diaz, Faith Stutts, Emma Matrone, and Amanda Mitchell for their support! |
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Horticulture |
Grow With Us |
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For 2025, the Extension Master Gardenerâ„ 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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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 |
Youth Voice 2025 |
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August 22nd-23rd, 2025
Pitt County, NC
Each year North Carolina 4-H partners with the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners on a multi-year initiative to increase youth involvement in county government. This initiative helps youth learn more about county government as well as how to become more involved in local decision making. This is a great opportunity to meet other teens from across the state with similar interests!
Want to attend or have further questions? Contact Meredith Kreeger,
Guilford County 4-H Agent
mlkreeger@ncat.edu | 336-641-2445
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June Round-Up |
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Guilford County 4-H has kicked off
their summer programs! They had 6
youth participate in the Hoofprints in
the Summer program. They have 14
youth participating in the Dairy Calf
Project, which uses 7 Jersey calves
from A&T State University’s dairy unit.
These youth will show at the Junior
Dairy Show on July 15th.
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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: Operating System Skills – Navigate, Open Apps, Manage Files |
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July 10th
3-5 PM at the Ag Center
Join our July Tech Drop In to learn more about operating system skills. Learn how to navigate apps, open apps, and manage files. 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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FCS- Health & Nutrition |
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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Canning with Extension: Tomatoes |
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August 12th
5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Ag Center
Join FCS Agent Vincent Webb to learn more about canning tomatoes. |
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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 |
Tech For Vets |
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July 17th-18th (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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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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Let’s Talk Credit & Debt: Reclaim Your Financial Power |
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July 31st
5:30 PM at 3711 Alliance Drive, Greensboro, NC
Learn how credit works, improve your score, manage debt, and build a plan for lasting financial confidence—all in one free class! |
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General Community Resources & Events |
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Walk to the Store Day |
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July 18th
9 AM - 12 PM
West End Ministries
Walk to the Store Day is an opportunity for community leaders to experience first-hand what many of our neighbors experience every day, and to be an impetus for conversations about how we can improve access to healthy food for all of our community.
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Community Health Walks |
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July 19th, August 23rd
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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Take Care: Film Screening |
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July 31st
6 PM - 7:30 PM
Weatherspoon Art Museum at UNCG
Please plan to join us even if you don't have young children in your life. North Carolina's child care crisis affects our state's economy and future. Register by July 10th.
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Free Book Friday |
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June 6th - August 29th Every Friday
All Triad Goodwill Locations
Greensboro Bound is proud to support Triad Goodwill’s Free Book Friday—a summer-long celebration of reading for kids and teens!
📚Kids ages 0–18 can pick out one free, age-appropriate book each Friday.
📚No purchase necessary—just bring the book to the register for a receipt.
đź“šChildren must be present to participate.
đź“šWhile supplies last, receive a free reusable tote and other goodies to keep the reading fun going all summer long!
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Summer Cooling Stations |
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The Guilford County Continuum of Care has assembled a list of cooling stations available across Guilford County for summer 2025. Cooling stations offer air conditioning to those who need a safe, cool place to escape the heat.
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Summer Feeding Sites: Free Breakfast & Lunch Available to Youth Under Age 18 |
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· Sites will be closed 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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