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North Carolina Cooperative Extension is based at North Carolina's two land-grant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

4-H PLANT SALE DURING FEBRUARY

Blueberries, Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Grapes,

Apple Trees, Cherry Trees, Asparagus

For more detail on each variety Click HERE

For an order form Click HERE

This summer one 4Her, Daniela Berry, continued her Plant a Row for the Hungry Project. With the help of backyard gardeners, local prison program,church garden growers and many friends she helped to donate 6,950 lbs of potato,sweet potato,tomato,squash,garlic and herbs to area soup kitchens. With the help of a Blue Cross Blue Foundation Community Sparkplug grant this work was possible. To watch a video clip about her project place this address in your browser:

http://animoto.com/play/xBp6V1mc7DLKrjiXyPC9qw

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Caldwell County Center gives our county's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension agents deliver unbiased, research-based information to Caldwell County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email or phone.

Debbie Cox , MS, Family Consumer Sciences Agent

Debbie Cox Family and Consumer Sciences Agent will be providing EAT SMART MOVE MORE WEIGH LESS classes at Caldwell Public Library from January 18,2012 until April 25, 2012. Join now for $35.00 dollars and join other people keeping their New Year's Resolutions to eat healthier. Register at 828/757-1257 or join us at 12:00 noon on the 18th to sign up.
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North Carolina 4-H

NC 4-H is a program where you get to "Learn by Doing." With more than 10,000 established 4-H programs across North Carolina, you can be a part of 4-H wherever you live. All youth between the ages of 5 and 19 are invited to join! In 4-H you can go to camp, start a business, ride in a bike rodeo, take part in an international exchange, raise an animal, create a blog, give a presentation, participate in a community service project, develop your resume, practice interview skills, learn about healthy eating habits, build lifelong friendships. 4-H is the largest youth organization in the United States with over 7 million participants. The four H's on the clover stand for Head, Heart, Hands, and Health. MORE

Natural Resources Leadership Institute (NRLI)

The Natural Resources Leadership Institute (NRLI) is dedicated to educating North Carolinians on issues affecting the sustainable development of North Carolina's natural resources and the quality of our environment. Founded in 1994, NRLI began with the development of its core leadership development program. Nearly 450 leaders have participated in the institute. Since 1996, the work of the institute expanded with the development of its Environmental Decision-Program and its first facilitation, the Bluff Mountain Timber Sale. Presently NRLI continues to work with communities, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations in order to find collaborative solutions to our environmental issues. MORE

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Events

	4-H Achievement Awards Night January 30th, 2012 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Lenoir, NC
	4-H youth will receive awards for their accomplishments during 2011. Family members and friends are invited. ... MORE

	4-H Plant Sale February 1st, 2012 @ 8:00 AM - February 29th, 2012 @ 5:00 PM Lenoir, NC
	During the month of February, we will take orders for small fruit plants. for more information, call 757-1257. ... MORE

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News

	Cooking on Display Super Bowl Posted January 12th, 2012 in Agriculture & Food
This lady will not cook on Super Bowl Sunday... MORE

	Cooking On Display Posted December 20th, 2011 in Agriculture & Food
How spuds are changing the culinary scene... MORE

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