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How to Practice Mindfulness

According to 4-H research, 45% of teens have dealt with excessive stress, and 64% fear that the stress of living through COVID-19 will have long-term implications for their mental health,” 4-H.org…

Your Mental Wellness & the Holidays

For some, the holidays are known for feelings of joy, happiness, tradition, and positive reflections. But for many, the holidays can take a toll on our physical and mental wellness, especially during…

How to Make Pumpkin Purée

Tis the season for Pumpkins and what better way to celebrate than by baking? Pumpkin Purée can be used in lots of tasty dishes. You can use it to make soup, pies, muffins, cakes, pancakes, puddings,…

Growing Herbs Indoors

There are many herbs that can be grown successfully indoors. These plants usually won’t grow as well as they did outdoors; but with a little regular attention, you can achieve pleasing results. Herbs…

Sign Up for Free Holiday Instant Pot Classes!

The holiday season will be among us soon, which means holiday meals, and holiday gifts like the Instant Pot! So why not learn to use your new gift to help you cook for the holidays? We welcome you to…

Cooking on a Dime

Happy September everyone! We are officially two-thirds through the year 2021. This year has been a whirlwind and with us quickly approaching the end of the year we are also coming close to our…

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Summer of Celebration

This month, UC Extension is thrilled to announce the completion and subsequent grand opening of The Special Events Center at Jesse Helms Park. In conjunction with UC Parks & Rec, we are excited to be…

Special Events Center Grand Opening Weekend!

You're invited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Special Events Center at Jesse Helms Park! Family-friendly programs and opportunities will be offered on Friday, July 23, and Saturday, July…

FCS@Home: Blueberries

There’s nothing more sweeter than a summer blueberry. There’s also nothing more healthier than a summer blueberry! These small fruits belong to the same plant family as cranberries and huckleberries.…

What Flowers Can You Eat?

When we see flowers, we usually use our sight and our smell to enjoy their beauty. But did you know we can also use another sense with flowers? The sense I’m talking about is taste! Not only can…