The “Extension at Home” lunch-and-learn series is offered over Zoom on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:00pm. Visit go.ncsu.edu/extensionathome to register for a session.

Join an "Extension at Home" Online Class

Published - April 8, 2026 Read
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Hattie Meadows Gardening School

Published - December 10, 2025 Read
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Durham Extension Receives $475,000 Golden LEAF Grant for Farm Campus Project

Published - April 16, 2026 Read

News From Durham County Center

A circular cycle of arrows with the words, Educate, Invest, Grow inside the areas. In the center of the cycle it reads: Growing a Stronger Durham Together.
Save the Date: 2026 Report to the Community

Published - April 7, 2026

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A Look into the Urban-Rural Deer Ecology Study in Orange and Durham Counties

Published - March 25, 2026

From: Orange County Center
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Master Gardener Plant Festival and Plant Sale

Published - March 7, 2026

Flyer for Briggs Garden Spring Festival and Plant Sale. Featuring a plant sale, free seeds and compost, activities and a raffle.
2026 Briggs Garden Spring Festival & Plant Sale

Published - March 3, 2026

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Boots, Badges, & Livestock

Published - February 18, 2026

From: Person County Center
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Durham 4-H Summer Fun Programs 2026 Now Open!

Published - February 3, 2026

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Calling Plant 911: Understanding Cold Injuries and Caring for Plants After Extreme Weather Hits

Published - February 3, 2026

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Winter Dinners That Are Fast, Easy and Healthy

Published - January 14, 2026

From: Lenoir County Center
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Upcoming Events

Briggs Ave Garden Community Workday Friday | Apr 24 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM Briggs Ave Community Garden, 1314 S Briggs Ave, Durham, NC 27703, USA
Welcome Baby Giving Closet Friday | Apr 24 | 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM 721 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
4th Friday Meeting NC A&T Friday | Apr 24 | 9:30 AM — 10:30 AM
Briggs Ave Garden Community Workday Saturday | Apr 25 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM Briggs Ave Community Garden, 1314 S Briggs Ave, Durham, NC 27703, USA
Containers With a Purpose - Hattie Meadows Gardening School Register with Eventbrite Saturday | Apr 25 | 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM 1201 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707
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News From NC State Extension

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Managing Tarnished Plant Bug in Strawberries

Published - April 21, 2026

From: Strawberry Growers Information
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April 2026 NC 4-H Horse Program Newsletter

Published - April 21, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
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Impact Report Showcases How Volunteer Contributions Grow the Plant Toolbox

Published - April 20, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Milk Quality Workshop on April 29, 2026

Published - April 20, 2026

From: Dairy
Master Gardener volunteers surrounded by blooming plants engage with community members during a tour of the demonstration garden at the Extension center in Durham County.
National Volunteer Week: Celebrating Extension Master Gardener Volunteers!

Published - April 20, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Dunn Makes a Healthy Impact

Published - April 20, 2026

From: Family and Consumer Science Program
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NCSU Frost Alert: Apr 19-21.

Published - April 18, 2026

From: Strawberry Growers Information
EMG volunteers of Durham County with healthy plants they grew smile and welcome the public to learn about sustainable gardening.
Earth Day is Everyday: Learn How Master Gardener Volunteers Are Growing Greener Communities

Published - April 17, 2026

From: Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
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Financial Assistance for Timberland Owners Following Hurricane Helene

Published - April 17, 2026

From: Extension Forestry
Flyer promoting the Tractor Supply spring Paper Clover campaign from April 17 through May 3, 2026. The graphic notes that Paper Clover donations support 4-H camp, scholarships, and leadership activities.
4-H Paper Clover Campaign Returns to Tractor Supply

Published - April 17, 2026

From: North Carolina 4-H
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