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Earth Science Week: Oct.11-17, 2020
Earth Science Week is October 11–17, 2020. The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to announce that the theme …
News From the NC PFAS Testing Network
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a specific group or category of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, …
9th Annual New Hanover Co. 4-H Wreath Sale
New Hanover County 4-H is proud to sponsor the 9th Annual 4-H Wreath Sale. This annual fundraiser is extremely …
A NEW Look for Pumpkin-Palooza 2020
The 2nd Annual 4-H Pumpkin-Palooza is scheduled for October 2020. To follow the guidelines of social distancing due to the pandemic …
Saving Milk
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Fourth Virtual Field Day of 2020
Turf Tips: Review of Turfgrass Pest Issues in a Challenging Year We are hosting another virtual field day on October …
4-H Egg-Cellent Egg Contest
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4-H Awards Day Celebration Virtual Oct. 11
New Hanover County 4-H’s Awards Day Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 11, 2020, from 3–4 p.m. for New Hanover County 4-H’s …
NEW 4-H CLUB: Get in the Kitchen
New Hanover County 4-H is excited to announce the newest 4-H club… Get in the Kitchen 4-H Club. Led by …
Thank You for Your Support
On behalf of New Hanover County 4-H, thank you for your kind and generous donation of food, clothes, etc. …
Where Are the Canning Jars? Is It 1975 All Over Again?
I hold cloudy memories of the 1970s. I remember that decade being aesthetically challenged, but what I most clearly …
Support NHC 4-H's Relief Efforts for Bertie County
Will you help New Hanover County 4-H with their…“hands to larger SERVICE,“ with the relief efforts of Bertie County? New Hanover …
New Hanover 4-H VIRTUAL Summer Activities 2020
With the guidance from NC State University, our New Hanover County 4-H Summer FUN Activities (face-to-face) were canceled with …
Best Nature Photo Challenge WINNERS
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Growing Vegetables in Early Child Care Centers
Tips for growing vegetables with children in Early Child Care Centers. Enjoy this recording of a 1-hour webinar on growing …
Beyond Veggies: Growing Food for Preschoolers
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Pets in Motion Photo Challenge Winners
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