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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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Take Charge of Your Health

If you missed our Lifelong Improvement through Fitness Together (L.I.F.T.) program at Clarkton Public Library, don’t fret! We are …

January 2025 FCS Newsletter

The latest issue of Seasonal Eats is now available. In this issue we talk about the versatility of sweetpotatoes …

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Elevate Your Health Through L.I.F.T.

Ready to make a positive change? Join our Lifelong Improvements through Fitness Together (LIFT) program! This 8-week program is designed …

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Launch of the Seasonal Eats Newsletter

Hello Extension Friends! We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Family & Consumer Sciences newsletter, Seasonal Eats! This …

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Med Instead of Meds Series

The Med Instead of Meds class series will help you Go Med by exploring 7 simple steps to eating the …

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2024 Canning Series

Are you looking to preserve your favorite fruits and vegetables for a longer shelf life? Do you want to …

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It's All About Heart

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear February? I’m guessing it was probably Valentine’s Day …

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Appendix H. Community Gardening Resources

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Garden Harvest Tracking Sheet

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Application for Community Gardening Assistance

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Community Garden Asset Inventory

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Tracking the Harvest: Measurement Guide for Counting or Weighing Vegetables

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Instructions for Tracking the Garden Harvest

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Asset-based Community Development: Mapping Reciprocal Partnerships—An Example

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Asset-based Community Development: Mapping Reciprocal Partnerships—Blank

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