Currituck County Intern
NC State Extension announced that Abby Rose is completing an Extension internship this summer with the N.C. Cooperative Extension, …
Health & Nutrition
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.
Save the Date: Currituck Rural Life Celebration
If today’s fast-paced, hectic lifestyle leaves you longing for simpler times, you are not alone. Much of what draws …
Seafood Cook Along
As the summer progresses do you find yourself craving more and more local seafood? But are you burnt out …
Little Bakers Bread Workshop
Are your kids between the ages of 6-9? Do they love to help out in the kitchen? Then sign …
Mental Health Pop-Up Series
May is Mental Health month and N.C. Cooperative Extension wants to help you take care of your mental health. …
Herbs and Spices Cook Along
Are you ready to get back in the Extension Kitchen? Well, we are ready to welcome you back! Join …
2021 Virtual Women’s Health Fair
May 9–15 is National Women’s Health Week. N.C. Cooperative Extension in Pasquotank County is hosting a Virtual Women’s Health …
How to Reduce Your Kitchen Waste
Earth Day is April 22 and N.C. Cooperative Extension is celebrating by providing a series of earth day workshops. …
6-Week Virtual Yoga Series
Would you like to relax, stretch, and win some cool prizes? Join us for our FREE 6-week virtual yoga …
Currituck County Offers Environmental Workshops Leading Up to Earth Day
Earth Day is April 22, 2021, and N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck County is celebrating by providing a series …
Pizza Pizazz
Calling all Young Chefs ages 11-18! Pizza is considered America’s favorite food and chances are it is one of …
Learn to Eat the “Med Way” With Our Virtual Med Instead of Meds Class
Changing the way we eat is never easy, but N.C. Cooperative Extension has some great tips and tricks to …
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Ends March 31
Don’t wait: Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment ends March 31! Did you know that if you’re unhappy with your Medicare …
Currituck Extension Offers New Opportunities in 2021
N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck County is looking forward to an impactful and exciting 2021. Late last year, staff …
It’s Your Heart; Take Care of It!
Friday, February 5 is “National Wear Red Day” in support of Women’s Heart Health. Cardiovascular disease is the No. …
Live Monthly Food Demos!
Do you love learning new recipes and cooking techniques? Would you like to try new vegetables and really enjoy …
Currituck County 4-H Backpacks for Kids Program Receives Donation From TowneBank
TowneBank was honored to sponsor the People’s Choice portion of Currituck Travel & Tourism’s annual Currituck Bulls & BBQ …
Virtual Wecome to Medicare
Are you overwhelmed with Medicare questions and don’t know where to begin? Mark your calendars for an online “Welcome …
On-Demand Cooking and Food Preservation Classes
Start the New Year off by learning some new skills. N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is providing two …
Governor's Volunteer Service Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2021 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award. The awards program, created by the Office of …
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- Steps to Health: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education
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