NEW CASTLE COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION, 461 Wyoming Road, Newark, DE 19716
Phone: 302-831-COOP ~ Fax: 302-831-8934 ~ Web: http://extension.udel.edu/
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS— JUNE 2015
** Call 302-831-2506 to register for events, unless otherwise noted. **
Families and Wellness
Canning: Berry Jams and Jellies
June 6
9:30am– 1:00pm
Come out to get some canning basics and demonstrations on the process of canning
jams and jellies. Pre-registration is required by June 1. Cost: $20. NCC Extension
Office.
What Every Child Should Know About Their Loved Ones’ Finances
June 8
6:30pm– 8:30pm
This program is designed to help family caregivers understand the type of financial information and documents
needed so they can begin a conversation about caring for an aging parent or loved one. Please pre-register.
Cost: FREE. NCC Extension Office.
Water Bath Canning 101
June 13
9:30am– 1:00pm
This session will provide you with the info you need to can and preserve food safely using a water bath.
A textbook will be provided. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by June 8. Cost: $30.
NCC Extension Office.
Opportunity Knocks: Reversing Current Obesity Trends
June 17
6:30pm– 8:30pm
Part of the I AM MOVING, I AM LEARNING childcare curriculum. Focus is on increasing physical activity during
daily routines, as well as through specific movement activities. It will also promote incorporating healthy food
choices daily. Pre-registration required. Cost: $17. NCC Extension Office.
Gardening
Pest and Beneficial Insect Walk
June 24
4:00pm– 6:00pm
Learn to identify insects and diseases, as well as beneficial insects in the landscape
with a walk along the James F. Hall trail in Newark.
CREDITS: 2 Pest., 1 CNP. Cost: $15.
Register with Carrie Murphy at [email protected] or by calling 302-831-2506 and pay at the door.
NCC Extension Office.
For info on all our gardening programs, visit https://extension.udel.edu/lawngarden/nccmg.
Gardening questions? Call the Master Gardener Garden Line at 302-831-8862.
U OF D COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OFFICE—SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
JUNE 2015
** Call 302-831-2506 to register for events, unless otherwise noted. **
4-H for Youth
Register now for 4-H Summer Camps!
Cloverbud Day Camp (5-7 yrs)
Newark Day Camp (8-12 yrs)
Counselor-In-Training Camp (13-15 yrs)
Science Camp (8-12 yrs)
June 22-26
June 22-26
June 22-26
July 6-10
Space is limited. Please call for availability.
For camp descriptions and online registration, visit
http://extension.udel.edu/4h/new-castle-county-4-h-youth-development/4-h-camps-in-new-castle-county/.
If you are interested in joining a club, or learning more about 4-H programs, please visit our website at
http://extension.udel.edu/4h/ or call 302-831-8965. We have many clubs and activities throughout the year in
New Castle County for youth ages 5—18. Join the fun of 4-H!
Agriculture
Poultry Health Workshop
June 30
6:00pm-8:00pm
This session is geared towards small “backyard” flocks. Get valuable information and tips on how to keep your
birds healthy. Experts will be on hand to answer questions. Cost: FREE. NCC Extension Office.
UD Extension agriculture agents offer a wide variety of information and programs for both commercial farmers
and small“ backyard farmers”. For more info, please visit http://extension.udel.edu/ag/.
Yes! My family and I want to learn more about Cooperative Extension programs in New Castle County!
Please send me information about the program areas I have checked below:
Child Care Provider Classes
Financial Management
Master Gardener Training
Home Lawn & Garden Workshops
Commercial Agriculture
Food Safety and Nutrition
School Gardening Programs
4-H Youth Development
Composting
Dining With Diabetes
4-H Afterschool
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