Skip to main content

Logo for N.C. Cooperative Extension N.C. Cooperative Extension Homepage

Home & Family

en Español / em Português
Español

El inglés es el idioma de control de esta página. En la medida en que haya algún conflicto entre la traducción al inglés y la traducción, el inglés prevalece.

Al hacer clic en el enlace de traducción se activa un servicio de traducción gratuito para convertir la página al español. Al igual que con cualquier traducción por Internet, la conversión no es sensible al contexto y puede que no traduzca el texto en su significado original. NC State Extension no garantiza la exactitud del texto traducido. Por favor, tenga en cuenta que algunas aplicaciones y/o servicios pueden no funcionar como se espera cuando se traducen.


Português

Inglês é o idioma de controle desta página. Na medida que haja algum conflito entre o texto original em Inglês e a tradução, o Inglês prevalece.

Ao clicar no link de tradução, um serviço gratuito de tradução será ativado para converter a página para o Português. Como em qualquer tradução pela internet, a conversão não é sensivel ao contexto e pode não ocorrer a tradução para o significado orginal. O serviço de Extensão da Carolina do Norte (NC State Extension) não garante a exatidão do texto traduzido. Por favor, observe que algumas funções ou serviços podem não funcionar como esperado após a tradução.


English

English is the controlling language of this page. To the extent there is any conflict between the English text and the translation, English controls.

Clicking on the translation link activates a free translation service to convert the page to Spanish. As with any Internet translation, the conversion is not context-sensitive and may not translate the text to its original meaning. NC State Extension does not guarantee the accuracy of the translated text. Please note that some applications and/or services may not function as expected when translated.

Collapse ▲
Flier for herb workshop

Herbs: Garden to Kitchen

Exciting news for our community! We’re hosting a 2-part herb workshop. Session 1: Learn the basics of herb gardening – …

Older adults using weights in strength training program

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 …

Collage of photos show people of different ages, races, and gender involved in physical activity

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 …

Photo of roasted turkey in pan

Safe Thawing: A Thanksgiving Essential

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s important to remember food safety! Safe Thawing Tips: Refrigerator Thawing: The safest method. Allow …

Kitchen utensils and cutting boards

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 …

Arial picture of a hurricane

Hurricane Season Is Upon Us

We are well into June, and here in the South, June is the beginning of hurricane season. As we …

Row of canned carrots, green beans, peppers, and corn

2024 Canning Series

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

Heart balloons in a sky.

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 …

Learn More Using the Resources Below

    Extension Topics

    More Extension Programs at NC State University

    National Cooperative Extension Project Sites

    Newsletters

    Publications, Information, and News

    Recent Publications related to Home & Family

    Helping Your Teen With Homework

    Getting involved in your teen's homework routine can help your teen develop discipline and problem-solving …

    5 days ago

    Helping Children Cope With Stress

    This publication describes how children cope with stress and summarizes practices that parents can use …

    5 days ago
    A storage container converted to a vermicompost bin.

    Community Backyard Composting Programs Can Reduce Waste and Save Money

    This publication describes how communities can develop and implement backyard composting programs that reduce the …

    3 weeks ago

    Vermicomposting: A School Enrichment Curriculum

    This publication offers 6 lessons for a school curriculum on the importance of vermicomposting, setting …

    3 weeks ago
    4-H students hold chickens.

    4-H Chicken Donation: Embryology to Harvesting

    This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses 4-H projects that …

    3 weeks agoLocal Foods

    Food Pantry Produce Markets

    This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses setting up a …

    3 weeks agoLocal Foods
    People work in a community food garden.

    Master Gardener Volunteers and Community / Home Gardens

    This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses using community and …

    3 weeks agoLocal Foods
    Hunters donate venison.

    Venison Donation Programs

    This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses venison donation programs …

    3 weeks agoLocal Foods