Photos From Extension's Pollinator Workshop & Native Plant Sale
On September 13, 2024 the Chatham County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension conducted a workshop on Landscaping for Pollinators …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Green All Year: National Indoor Plant Week in September
Did you know that the third week in September is National Indoor Plant Week? It’s the perfect time of …
Chatham County Native Plant Sale September 13!
On September 13 folks will have a rare opportunity to come to Pittsboro and buy native plants from our …
TH Goes to Chatham Healthy Aging Expo 9/17/24
If you are in central North Carolina and interested in continued good health for yourself or those you care …
Carolinas HT Network Conference: Register NOW!
As Therapeutic Horticulture practitioners, students, and volunteers, it is so important to practice what we know: connection is essential! …
Photos From the 2024 Chatham County Ag Fest
The Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 23, 2024, was a success with a great crowd in attendance in spite …
Celebrating 15 Years in Pollinator Paradise!
This year (2023) marks the 15 year anniversary of North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden at Chatham Mills in …
Early Fall 2023 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to …
Chatham County 4-H Youth Participate in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census
This was the first year that North Carolina participated in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a citizen science initiative …
Critter Spotlight: Passionflower Bee
For 15 years I have enjoyed observing the many pollinators that forage on the native passionflowers in my Pollinator …
Pollinator Plant Spotlight: Late Figwort
Even though I have been managing my Pollinator Paradise Garden for 15 years, it continues to teach me every year. …
View Recording of CCP’s Snake Webinar
Chatham Conservation Partnership (CCP) conducted a webinar on Snakes of the North Carolina Piedmont on July 20, 2023, and we had …
Early Summer 2023 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to …
Critter Spotlight: Camouflaged Looper
Recently while working in my Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden I was observing all the bee activity on the lemon …
Community Scientists Trained to Participate in Bumble Bee Atlas Project
In mid-June about 16 pollinator enthusiasts gathered at N.C. Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro to receive training …
Growing UP Chatham June 2023: Exploring the Latest Happenings at the Pittsboro Farmers' Market
Exploring the Latest Happenings at the Pittsboro Farmers’ Market This month, we’re excited to catch up with Mary Blais, the …
What's All the Buzz About in the June Edition of Growing Chatham?
Make sure you don’t miss out on the excellent content included in the June edition of the Growing Chatham …
Early Spring 2023 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to …
"Meat" Your Farmer Day has been Canceled
We regret to inform you that the “Meat” Your Farmer event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience …
"May" You Enjoy the New Look of the Growing Chatham Newsletter
The Growing Chatham Newsletter has undergone a spring cleaning and now features improved navigation for an enhanced user experience. Be …
Photos From the 2023 Chatham County Ag Fest
The Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 25, 2023, was a success with a great crowd in attendance in …
Registration Open: Junior Master Gardener Summer Camp -June 26-30, 2023
88 Registration is now open for the Junior Master Gardener Camp for youth ages 8-14 at the Chatham County Ag …
Your Lucky Charm Has Arrived! Growing Chatham the March 2023 Edition
Yes, Growing Chatham could be your lucky charm this March! From the Garden to the Kitchen, Growing Chatham has …
Enjoy Growing Chatham and Hot Soup on Cold February Days!
Enjoy a bowl of hot soup while Reading Growing Chatham, Listening to the Growing Chatham Podcast, or Watching Growing Chatham. Hot Soup and Growing …
Start 2023 Off With Growing Chatham
It’s a new year and a new Growing Chatham is waiting for you! The January 2023 edition is packed …
Have Fun in the Sun With June's Growing Chatham
Whew, it’s hot! Take a break from all of the fun in the sun that you are having and …
May Growing Chatham Inspire You This Month
May you be inspired to explore the outdoors when you read the May Edition of Growing Chatham! Click here …
Hop Into April's Growing Chatham
Hop into April’s Growing Chatham! Looking for fun, educational activities for your children? Read Growing Chatham to see what 4-H …
NC State Day of Giving 03-23-22
Did you know that Extension is more than agriculture, food, nutrition and @NorthCarolina4H? We are water, forestry and much, …