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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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October Better Living Series Workshops

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cumberland County Center announces the upcoming October Better Living Series workshops, which will focus on pumpkins. The …

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Cooking With Herbs

Cooking with Herbs Wednesday, June 21 from 12:00 noon-2:00 p.m. N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cumberland County Center, 301 East Mountain Drive, Fayetteville, …

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Healthy Choices for Charcuterie Boards

November 15, 2022 10:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Extension Demo Kitchen 301 East Mountain Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306 Registration is $20 and due by …

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Community Health Assessment

The Cumberland County Department of Public Health is collecting residents’ opinions through the Community Health Assessment (CHA) survey. The CHA …

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Cook Smart | Eat Smart

Learn to cook quick meals within your food budget! The Cook Smart | Eat Smart series will teach you how …

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