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Therapeutic Horticulture Classes Offered

Published - September 17, 2026 Read
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First Vineyard Detection of SLF in North Carolina

Viticulture — Published - July 20, 2026 Read
SHIIP Volunteers Needed in Swain County

SHIIP Counseling in Swain County is Seeking Volunteers

Published - January 14, 2026 Read

News From Swain County Center

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Homemade Gifts for the Holidays

Published - November 4, 2026

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Getting Ahead of The Holiday Meal Costs

Published - October 6, 2026

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Wildflower Gardening Basics

Published - September 18, 2026

2027 Garden Life Series Flyer
Garden Life Series For 2027

Published - September 17, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
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Healthy Family Road Trip Snacks

Published - September 1, 2026

WNC AgOptions
Apply Now for a 2027 WNC AgOptions Farm Grant

Published - August 26, 2026

Online Pesticide Credit Lunch & Learn Classes Schedule
2026-2027 Pesticide CEU Lunch and Learn Series - Online

Published - August 26, 2026

From: Jackson County Center
Ginger Production Field Day Flyer
Ginger Production Field Day

Published - August 12, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Yoga with the Highland Cows - CANCELLED due to Inclement Weather Saturday | Nov 14 | 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Walnut Creek Farm, 2155 Guge Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713
Accessible Yoga Class Monday | Nov 16 | 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
Getting Ahead of the Holiday Meal Costs Register with Eventbrite Monday | Nov 16 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM 60 Almond School Road, Bryson City, NC 28713
Getting Ahead of the Holiday Meal Cost Register with Eventbrite Monday | Nov 16 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM 60 Almond School Road Room 120, Bryson City, NC 28713
4-H: Fall Crafts Monday | Nov 23 | 5:30 PM — 6:30 PM N.C. Cooperative Extension | Swain County Center, 60 Almond School Rd #9544, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
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News From NC State Extension

turkey food safety
Turkey Food Safety

Published - November 12, 2026

From: Food Safety
A white and pink No. 2 NASCAR truck with the green 4-H emblem on its side drives along a racetrack. A blue-and-white barrier and blurred red grandstands are visible in the background.
4-H Hits the Track at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Published - November 6, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Shearing
Youth Livestock - Agent & Volunteer Leader Trainings

Published - November 4, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
Leap Into Sheep Participants 2026
Leap Into Sheep 2027

Published - November 4, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
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NC 4-H Camps Welcomes New LIT Program Director, Khalia Frazier

Published - November 3, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Chad Ray Named State 4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator

Published - October 29, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
Beef Leadership Participants 2026
Perry & Doris Teeter Beef Leadership Institute

Published - October 29, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
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Honoring the Hands That Lead: Why Recognizing Youth Development Volunteers Matters!

Published - October 28, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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Share Your Passion: Submit a Workshop Proposal for the 2027 NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders' Conference!

Published - October 28, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
4-H sewing and needlecraft entries displayed on white lattice panels at the 2026 N.C. State Fair, featuring handmade quilts, clothing, knitted and crocheted items, and decorated textiles. Several entries have award ribbons attached.
4-H Makes Memories at North Carolina State Fair

Published - October 26, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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