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Welcome to the Johnston County Family & Consumer Sciences Newsletter. Thank you for joining me! I am Gwen Williams and happy to be your FCS Extension Agent in Johnston County. My goal is to provide community members with education, knowledge, and confidence about foods, nutrition, health, budgeting, and the home. My job is to be a valuable resource for all Joco residents who want to lead a healthier lifestyle through research-based and nutrition based programs. My goal is to help you make healthy choices while staying within your budget. Please feel free to reach out to me with questions about food, nutrition, food preservation, recipes, living a healthier lifestyle, or anything related to the home or family. You may give me a call or email me to learn about useful workshops, classes, and programs offered through FCS Extension. Be sure to subscribe to this newsletter to receive updates and information about all the programs offered through FCS Extension. The link to subscribe is on the last page of the newsletter. You can find me at https://johnston.ces.ncsu.edu/

Fall 2024 Joco J-I-T Jam Newsletter

It’s that time again! The Fall Quarterly Newsletter from your Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent. Please find the …

Join us for a delightful and informative afternoon with Kathleen Gagan, owner and founder of Peony’s Envy, as she hosts an exclusive interactive presentation! In this special event, Kathleen will guide you through a pictorial journey covering the Top 10 Questions for the Care, Planting, & Growth of Peonies. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting your peony collection, this interactive session will leave you with valuable insights and tips on cultivating these stunning blooms. What to Expect: Q & A Session – Get all your peony-related questions answered! Exclusive Shopping Opportunity – Take home your own peony treasures! Don’t miss out on this unique chance to learn from the expert herself, shop for peonies, and connect with fellow garden enthusiasts! Limited Spaces Available! Reserve your spot today and make this spring the most beautiful one yet. There is currently construction on NC Highway 210. To reach the ag center you must come on NC 210 from the West. You can reach NC 210 by Galilee Road from US 301 or other points to the west like Black Creek Road, Crantock Road, Smith Road or from I-40 at Exit 319. When at the intersection of 210 and Galilee Road you will continue through the road closure barricades and will find our building down just a bit on the left. We are very sorry for any inconvenience that this may cause.

An Afternoon with Peonies

An Afternoon with Peonies! Free and open to the public Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Join us …

Image 1 has volunteers serving food at an event. Image 2 is showing food being served onto a plates. Image 3 has several people around a table selling baked goods.

Safe Plates Community Meal Events

This series is $20.00 per person. Safe Plates Community Meal Events registration Certification as a Safe Plates Food Handler is available …

Red Jam in clear glass container

Food Preservation classes

Food Preservation Classes Please join us for the Food Preservation classes Tuesdays April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 5:30 …

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All About Poinsettias

Everything you want to know about Poinsettias How to choose the right poinsettia for you? Decorating with poinsettias Growing poinsettias in the …

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