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Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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N.C. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION'S JONES & ONSLOW COUNTY CENTER PRESENTS... NC ANG ART COOPERATIVE EXTENSION INS STATE SPRING Canning Classes 4 classes offered in Jones & Onslow County in March & April 2021 www.go.ncsu.edu/spring_canning25 Water Bath Canning - March 2025 Pressure Canning - April 2025 This hands-on class will cover foods This hands-on class will cover pressure appropriate for boiling water canning, canning of meats, essential equipment, equipment needs, and safe tested recipes. and safe tested recipes. Questions can be directed to Sarah ware at 252-448-9621 or by email: sarah_ware@ncsu.edu N.C. Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Sarah Ware at sarah_ware@ncsu.edu or 252-448-9621 Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.

Spring Canning Classes 2025

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Med Instead of Meds 2024

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The Full Circle Project: Part II

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