Virginia Cooperative Extension-Newport News

06/01/2026

Join us a the Main Street Library on June 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to learn how plant and care for microgreens. Participants will plant and take their own pot of microgreens. Registration is required and opens on May 18, 2026. Age 18+.For more information or to register, please visit, https://library.nnva.gov/264/Events-Calendar

05/29/2026

Join us at the Sentara Community Care Center for a free, in-person cooking class series starting Friday, June 12th at 2:30 PM.

This class is designed for parents and caregivers of children 12 years old or younger and focuses on:
• Practical tips for healthy eating
• Budgeting strategies
• Resources to support overall family well-being
• Free cooking utensils at each class

Class Dates: June 12, June 26, July 10, and July 24
Classes are approximately 2 hours long.

Come cook, learn, and connect with others in your community in a welcoming and supportive environment. Space is limited!

To register, please contact Amarja McCormick by calling (757) 591-4838 ext. 303 or emailing [email protected].

Virginia Cooperative Extension-Newport News

05/19/2026

Free Cooking Classes for Caregivers 🍎
Join Virginia Cooperative Extension’s Family Nutrition Program for In the Kitchen, a free, hands-on cooking class series for caregivers of children 12 years old or younger.
Over four sessions , you’ll prepare low-cost, family‑friendly meals, learn tips for saving money on groceries, practice simple ways to be active as a family, and enjoy a meal together each week.
Participants who complete the series will receive a free slow cooker and other items to support cooking at home.
Dates & Times (4‑week series)
Fridays at 2:30 PM, June 12th, 26th, July 10th and 24th
Who can participate?
Caregivers of children 12 or younger who meet one of the following:
Eligible for SNAP
Eligible for WIC
Have a child attending a school where 50% or more of students receive free or reduced‑price meals
Registration is required. Space may be limited.
To register, contact Amarja McCormick
Newport News Extension Office
Call to register: (757) 591‑4838 ext. 303 or (757) 504‑2436
Email to register: [email protected]
These classes are free for eligible participants.
If you have questions about the program or if you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Newport News Extension Office at 757-591-4838 during business hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM to discuss accommodations 10 days prior to the event.
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05/01/2026

🌿 ✨ You don’t want to miss this amazing event!!! 🌱 ⭐

🌸 🌟 Can’t wait to see you there!

🍀 💫 Don’t miss your chance to be involved!

🌳 ✨ Expand your skills while supporting a greener future!

Join the amazing VCE/Newport News Master Gardeners Association in the FINAL Rain Barrel and Vermiculture Workshop of 2026!

Our FINAL Rain Barrel and Vermiculture Workshops of 2026 will be on Saturday, May 9 at 10am. Registration is open, registration for our May 9 workshops closes at end of day, Sunday, May 3, or sooner if our workshops are full! 🌿

💧 Rain Barrel Workshop
Workshop Option ($65):
Participants will work alongside Extension Master Gardener volunteers during a 60–90 minute workshop that includes:
• A short presentation on water conservation
• Hands-on rain barrel assembly
• An introduction to other NNEMG programs and projects
Each workshop includes a food-grade, 55-gallon barrel and all parts needed for conversion. Workshops begin at 10:00 a.m. and conclude around 11:30 a.m.

Preassembled Barrel Option – Pick Up Only ($75):
For a small additional cost, fully assembled rain barrels are available for pick up during the workshop time frame. Barrels must be picked up between 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on the selected date.

🪱 Vermiculture Workshop – $30, you’ll leave with a complete worm composting bin, red wriggler worms, and all the knowledge you need to start turning your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil for your plants!

Register online at nnmastergardeners.org/registration or link in our bio.

For questions, email [email protected] or call 757-591-4838.

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Newport News Extension Office at 757-591-4838/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.

04/23/2026

Join VCE/Newport News Master Gardeners Association at the annual Spring Plant Sale!!!

In just a few days... 🌱

Join the Newport News Extension Master Gardeners for our annual Spring Plant Sale on Saturday, April 25 from 9 AM – 4 PM.

📍 Brittingham Midtown Community Center
570 McLawhorne Drive
Newport News, VA 23601

As always, we’ll have a wonderful selection of plants to choose from, including native plugs and larger native plants, houseplants, ferns, hostas, vegetables, and more. There’s always something new to discover, whether you’re filling a garden bed, adding to your landscape, or just looking for that one special plant.

This year we will also have five pre-assembled rain barrels available for purchase at the sale for $75 each. They’re a great way to conserve water and make use of rainfall in your garden!

The sale will be held in a covered pavilion, so you can shop comfortably in the shade and stay dry even if it rains.

Our Help Desk and Design Desk will also be on site to answer your gardening and landscape questions.

Cash, check, and credit cards (with fee) accepted.

All proceeds from the plant sale support Horticulture Grants for Newport News public and private schools and other Master Gardener programming in our community.

If you have questions about the program or if you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services, or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Newport News VCE Office at 757-591-4838 during business hours (8 AM – 4:30 PM) at least 5 days prior to the event.

04/23/2026

04/20/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! 🎊🎉🌟

Each individual volunteer contribution, big or small, creates momentum and has the power to influence and inspire, joining a wave of positive change ✨

Whether you serve as one of Newport News’s dedicated Extension Master Gardeners 🌱, Master Financial Educators 💼, 4‑H volunteers 🍀, Family and Consumer Science volunteers 🏡, or any other VCE volunteer group, your contributions are deeply valued and sincerely appreciated 🙌💖

Help us say "Thank You" for volunteering and helping make a difference in our community! Tell us your favorite Extension volunteer memory! 💬😊

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VCE/Newport News Master Gardeners Association

04/19/2026

Let’s grow together! 🤝 Come plant, prep, and get ready for harvest. No yard? No problem! Whether it’s a patio, a balcony, or a windowsill, there’s always room to cultivate your own garden treasures. 🥗☀️

04/18/2026

Get ready for an absolutely incredible, action‑packed week of adventure! We are beyond thrilled to welcome amazing youth to our fantastic summer camp!

Newport News VCE 4‑H Junior Summer Camp

July 13th – 17th 2026 at Jamestown 4-H Educational Center

Use the link below to apply and find registration, fees, and camp details for our 2026 4‑H Junior Summer Camp.
https://forms.gle/7PJJ2XCQDfutGVcc7

If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify Sarah Anthony, Lishka Banda, Leanna Allen or any office team member at the Newport News VCE Office at 757-591-4838/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to discuss accommodations. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.