North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Richmond County

09/01/2026

'Tis the season of muscadines and apples! Later this month be on the look out for persimmons are they will start to ripen.

08/19/2026

Don't forget to sign up for one of the two sewing workshop sessions we've got scheduled! Finally get that bobbin thread problem figured out! 😁

Interested in learning how to sew? We are offering a 5 day series on Thursdays, September 10 - October 8, 3-5 pm.
https://sewgreatthurs.eventbrite.com/

08/19/2026

Take 15 minutes to count pollinators this Friday or Saturday to help scientists track pollinator activity across the state!

Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/gsepcinnc

08/11/2026

Interested in learning how to sew? We are offering a 5 day series on Thursdays, September 10 - October 8, 3-5 pm.
https://sewgreatthurs.eventbrite.com/

08/11/2026

Interested in learning how to sew? Check out our new 5 class series!
Mondays, September 21-October 26 (no class Oct. 12), 6-8 pm.
Click the link for details!

08/05/2026

On August 21 & 22, thousands of North Carolinians will move science out of the research plot and into their backyards.

Take 15 minutes and help us reach our 10,000-count goal.

Citizen Science at Work

08/04/2026

Welcome Lynlee!

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our newest team member, Lynlee Martin, who joins NC Cooperative Extension Richmond County Center as our 4-H Agent.

Lynlee brings valuable experience, enthusiasm, and a commitment to excellence that will be a great addition to our team. We are excited to have her on board and look forward to the knowledge, ideas, and positive energy she will bring.

When you see Lynlee, please take a moment to introduce yourself, and help make her feel welcome.

Welcome to the team, Lynlee! We are excited to have you with us and wish you great success in your new role.

08/01/2026

August may bring an end to summer, but there is still plenty to eat in season. Figs are starting to ripen, watermelons are rolling in, and there are still a few peaches hanging around.

Check out the infographic for the full August lineup. What are you picking up in your next produce haul?

07/31/2026

What an incredible way to spend a Friday afternoon!

Swipe through to check out the living art pieces created at our latest workshop. Our attendees turned beautiful pieces of driftwood and plants into stunning wall hangings and table centerpieces.

Thank you to all who joined! Keep an eye on our page for details on future workshops.

07/16/2026

Celebrate snakes on World Snake Day! Beautiful and beneficial creatures.

37 species. Only 6 are venomous. 🐍

On World Snake Day, we're celebrating the incredible diversity of North Carolina's native snakes.

Whether they're controlling rodent populations or helping maintain healthy ecosystems, snakes play an important role. However, some of these species face a variety of threats and have been designated as Species of Greatest Conservation Need.

Join us in celebrating World Snake Day today by spreading awareness of their importance in our state and beyond, and comment below the most interesting snake you've seen!👇