N.C. Cooperative Extension - Brunswick County Center

10/18/2026

Great stuff from our Safe Plates team !

Chicken, beef, and pork can all harbor harmful bacteria, but some pose greater risks than others. Food safety experts explain which meats require extra caution and how to handle them safely.

10/16/2026

Early voting is happening right here at our Training Center! Once you’ve cast your vote, don’t forget to stop by our Botanical Garden, located just to your left as you exit the Voting Center! 🌺🌼

Location: 25 Referendum Dr, Building N, Bolivia, NC 28422

We look forward to seeing you!

10/14/2026

Are you ready to take the next step in food safety? 🥗

Brunswick County Cooperative Extension is offering Safe Plates for Food Managers on November 9th and 16th, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM at 25 Referendum Dr., Bolivia, NC.

This course is designed for food service employees seeking Food Safety Manager Certification and helps food establishments meet North Carolina requirements.

📋Register today! Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information.

Questions? Contact Cheryle at [email protected] or call (910) 253-2610.

10/12/2026

🍎🥦 Learning Healthy Habits at Bolivia Elementary! 🏃‍♀️💚

Last week, our EFNEP Programmer and Nutrition Educator, Angie, taught 90 third graders at Bolivia Elementary all about nutrition, food safety, and the importance of staying active! 🎉

Through fun and engaging lessons, students learned valuable tips to help them make healthy food choices, practice safe food handling, and incorporate physical activity into their daily routines. A big thank you to Bolivia Elementary for welcoming us!

If you are interested in bringing a EFNEP program to your school, please contact Angie Lawrence at:
📞 910-253-2610
📧 [email protected]

10/09/2026

As National 4-H week comes to an end, we wanted to acknowledge how grateful we are for the Brunswick County Commissioners for recognizing and proclaiming October 4-10, 2026 as National 4-H Week! 🍀 Thanks for helping us celebrate the impact of 4-H and the opportunities it provides for youth to learn, lead and grow!

Today, the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners proclaimed October 4–10, 2026, as National 4-H Week in Brunswick County, NC!🍀

And today, we’re Going Green for 4-H! 💚 Our 4-H family is wearing green to show our pride and help kick off a week of celebrating all things 4-H!

Happy National 4-H Week! 🎉💚

10/07/2026

What a wonderful day we had at the Brunswick County Botanical Garden Open House last Saturday! 💚 Thank you to everyone who came out to explore the garden, connect with our volunteers, and learn more about gardening in Brunswick County.

We appreciate everyone who shared their time, knowledge, and love of gardening with our community! 🌿

10/05/2026

🌱🍽️ Feast Down East is coming to Supply!

Join us October 9th from 9:30AM–11:30AM at Brunswick Senior Resources in Supply, NC, for a delicious celebration of local food, farmers, and our community!

Our Family & Consumer Sciences team will be there with a brand-new recipe to share, along with helpful information, tips, and resources for making the most of local foods. 👩‍🍳🌽

📸 Check out our photo recap from last year for a taste of the fun and a look back at those crispy, delicious green bean fries!

10/02/2026

🦋 Butterflies are masters of disguise!

From mimicry to clever markings, butterflies have some fascinating ways to avoid predators. Curious about the tricks they use? Take a look at our latest article to learn more!

Click here:👉 https://brunswick.ces.ncsu.edu/news/masters-of-disguise-butterflies/

09/30/2026

🍂 Fall is in full swing, and we have plenty happening this October! 🌱🦋

Join Brunswick County Cooperative Extension for a month filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with our community. Whether you’re interested in gardening, food preservation, cooking, or agriculture there’s something for you!

🌱 Looking for even more ways to learn and get involved? Check out our website for additional upcoming events, program details, and registration information: https://go.ncsu.edu/octevents

We look forward to seeing you this October! 💙

09/28/2026

Don’t miss our Food Preservation Series! 🥛🍓

Ready to explore the art of fermentation and learn how to make delicious foods at home? Join us for two hands-on fermentation classes! Classes are $10 each.

🫙 Fermentation: Kombucha
📅 October 8, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

🥣 Fermentation: Yogurt
📅 October 22, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

These hands-on classes are a great opportunity to learn fermentation techniques, build your food preservation skills, and take what you learn home with you!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register! Space may be limited, so don’t wait!