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Babysitter Backpack Camp

Last month, a group of eight campers took part in the Babysitters Backpack Course, which covered five important topics: …

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Flavor of Fall Sip 'N Paint

Join the Bertie County Public Library and the N.C. Cooperative Extension for our next Paint and Sip Class! Monday, October …

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Last Grands Recipe Makeover

Our last Grands Recipe Makeover session was on August 21st. While we were sad to see it end, we …

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Grands Recipe Makeover

In July, the Grands prepared mini meatloaves, mashed cauliflower, and baked apples. Each Grand created their own unique spice …

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Get Healthy for Life!

DISCOVER WHAT HEALTHY FOOD CAN DO FOR YOU. Join us in fun, hands-on group experiences that will teach you how to: Be well: …

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Grands Recipe Makeover Trip

Our group, the “Grands Recipe Makeover Group,” embarked on a road trip to Belvidere, NC on June 21st. Our …

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Bertie County Riverfest

We were thrilled to take part in the Bertie County Riverfest on June 17th. The weather was perfect, with …

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Get Healthy for Life AHA Classes

Join us! Join us in fun, hands-on group experiences at the Aulander Nutrition Site that will teach you how to: …

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Farm to Early Care and Education Event

Please join us for a fun education event. Farm to Early Care and Education Extension Training Date: Friday, May 12, 2023 Time: 9:00 a.m. …

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