February 2019 Newsletter

 
Clay County Center 

February 2019 Newsletter

Clay County Master Gardener Program

The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program of Clay County is an educational program designed to enhance public education in the horticulture field. It provides educational programs to the citizens of Clay county concerning lawns, fruits, vegetables, trees, and ornamentals through the utilization of a trained and supervised volunteer staff. The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer course starts February 15, 2019. The fee for the program is $100 which includes the North Carolina Extension Gardener Handbook. Learn more

Carbon Monoxide Program

Brrrr! It's so cold outside! As you keep your homes warm, do you think about carbon monoxide? Most people don't, but you should. Join us for an hour of information on carbon monoxide and how you can protect yourself and your family for a Safe Home, Healthy Home. Register in advance to receive your carbon monoxide detector at the end of the program. Registration Fee is $10 for class: February 4, 2019, N.C. Cooperative Extension, Clay County Center. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in and pay. Class will start promptly.

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Clay County Extension Fruit Plant Sale

Clay County Extension will be offering fruit plants for sale for the 2019 Spring planting season. The funds from the plant sale will support the 4-H Youth Program. Plant orders will be taken beginning Friday, February 1st until March 8th. In order to keep the prices low, a prepayment of all orders is required. Plants will arrive for pick up on Wednesday, April 3rd.

Plants for sale include varieties of apples, peaches, pears, cherries, plums, blackberry, raspberry, blueberries, strawberries and grapes. More information and order forms please Click Here. If you have questions please call our office at 828-389-6305.

Future Extension Programs

Be sure to put these on your calendar!

March 4th -Fire Safety - Common dangers associated with using common household items; fireplaces, grills, etc...

April 8th- Natural Spring Clean - Cleaning your home without harsh chemicals and costing you less.

May 6th- Simple Makeovers, Savvy Shopping - Reusing and recycling items in your home. Give tired furnishings new purpose and making a thrift store bargain a thrift store treasure.

June 3rd - Well Water Safety - Common Well Water worries. Does your water need testing, how is that done?

July 8th - Chow Chows, Relishes and Salsas- Now that your summer garden has been harvested, how to use all those tomatoes, cucumbers and other scrumptious veggies.

All classes will be held at the Clay County Center starting at 10:00am. Additional programs may be added. Dates subject to change based on client response. All program fees are $10.00 unless additional supplies are needed. Visit our website for more information or call Clay County Extension office at 828-389-6305.

4-H Fly Fishing Club

Do you know of someone in middle school who enjoys to fly fish or who would like to learn?

There will be an informational meeting about the club on February 28 in the Community Room at the Community Services Building, 25 Riverside Circle, in Hayesville. For more information call Julie, 828-389-6305.

Family Time Tips

HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD ENJOY READING

Reading can open worlds of enjoyment and learning for both adults and children. A love of learning is one of the greatest gifts any parent can give their children.

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N.C. Cooperative Extension

Clay County Center

will be closed on Monday, February 18, 2019

N.C. Cooperative Extension

Clay County Center

25 Riverside Circle, Suite 2

Hayesville, NC 28904

828-389-6305

http://clay.ces.ncsu.edu/

NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.

Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year.