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Community Bucket Brigade

Join us on March 7th for our Bucket Brigade! Plant a free take-home "Grow Bucket" and learn first steps to growing your own fresh produce from our Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers!

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2025-26 Horticulture Grant Winners

This year, our NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Onslow County was able to give back to local schools through their new horticulture grant program. Teachers applied to…

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Stretch It, Save It, Store It: Making the Most of Your Food Dollar

Stretch It, Save It, Store It: Making the Most of Your Food DollarWith grocery prices still climbing, many families are looking for ways to make their food budgets go further without sacrificing…

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Caring for Mums

Chrysanthemums, or garden mums as they are often referred to, are a quintessential fall blooming flower for many seasoned and casual gardeners.Although many people treat mums as annuals, disposing of…

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Operation Pumpkin Rescue!

Operation Pumpkin Rescue! Need to get rid of your pumpkins?We are collecting pumpkins to feed livestock! Help reduce food waste & support local farms!

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Food Security Resource Guide

With the suspension of November SNAP benefits, a list of local resources has been compiled for Onslow County citizens to view.**Information copied below from the Onslow County Government website.…

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2026 Coastal Plains Chicken Project!

Registration is now open for the 2026 Coastal Plains Chicken Project! Click here to learn all about the project!Click here to download the registration form!Youth aged 5-18 (As of January 1st, 2026)…

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Children's Activity in the Discovery Gardens

Upcoming Children's Activity in the Discovery Gardens!Scarecrow Making! Join us to make a Scarecrow in the gardens, while supplies last! All materials will be provided, cost is $5! Date: October 4th,…

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Horticulture Grant - Onslow Public Schools

The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Onslow County (EMGV) is sponsoring a Horticulture Grant Program designed to encourage teachers to go beyond the basic curriculum by offering creative and…

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Landscaping Class Series - September 2025

We have an upcoming Landscaping Class Series at the Sneads Ferry Branch Library! Join us to learn how to create a beautiful and sustainable landscape with whatever conditions you have in your yard.…