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Good Advice?
One of the best things we can ever receive is good advice. Where does good advice come from? King …
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Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …
Homemade Whipped Cream
Don’t buy store-bought, when you can make your own with three simple ingredients! Try making fresh whipped cream today! You …
4-H Fair Oatmeal Bread
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2020 Northeastern North Carolina Craft Workshop
WHEN: Tuesday, May 12 and Wednesday, May 13, 2020 WHERE: Vernon James Research & Extension Center TIME: 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Please click …
Herter O'Neal Scholarship
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Administrative Professionals Association is accepting applications for our 2020 Herter O’Neal Scholarship. Use the …
N.C. 4-H Scholarships & Honor Club Applications Are Posted!
Are you a Washington County 4-H’er who will be entering college in the fall of 2020? If so – …
Washington County 4-H Holiday Greenery Fundraiser
It is time to place your order for holiday greenery! Let 4-H help you decorate this holiday season. Please …
How to Pick and Keep the Perfect Pumpkin!
How to Pick and Keep the Perfect Pumpkin! It seems like it is finally fall! These cool nights and moderate …
Cooking With Families
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Washington County and the MTW District Health Department are teaming up to offer this amazing …
Elderberry Syrup Class
Learn how to make elderberry syrup! October 17, 2019 N.C. Cooperative Extension of Washington County 128 E. Water Street Two classes will be offered. …
Meal Prep for Mondays
THE SEASON FINALE! Week 5 of our MEAL PREP FOR MONDAYS series. These family-friendly recipes can be made over …
Meal Prep for Mondays - the "Instant Pot" Edition
Week 4 of our MEAL PREP FOR MONDAYS series. These family-friendly recipes can be made over the weekend to make …
How to Protect Your Beehives From Mosquito Spraying Following a Hurricane
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