Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center
Cool Season Vegetable Gardening
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Matt Jones, Extension Horticulture Agent and NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chatham County, for a Cool Season Vegetable Gardening Workshop targeting home and community gardeners on how to grow cool-season vegetables. Participants will learn about planting techniques and timing, best varieties, common problems, and harvesting methods for broccoli, cabbage, carrots, kale, lettuce, onions,...
Kitchen Creators Camp with Ms. Tara
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesKitchen Creators Camp with Ms. Tara is an exciting day camp opportunity for ages 11-15 with a focus on cooking. Campers will join FCS Agent Tara Gregory at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center to learn some new skills and delicious recipes in the kitchen. Campers will be making their own lunch during the camp...
Meds Instead of Meds
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesMeds Instead of Meds is a six-week series taught by Chatham County Cooperative Extension exploring the Mediterranean healthy eating style. Eating like those in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the fundamentals of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in...
Pesticide Safety – Private V Training
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Pesticide Safety - Private V Training. This workshop offers 2 "V" credits and covers the following topics: Fungicides and their proper use. Pesticides and drones. Pesticide safety, environmental stewardship, new technologies, and commodity fumigation Links between pesticide application and mental health. Class occurs Tue, Sep 9, 6pm-8pm in the Cooperative...
Native Perennials for the Home Garden
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Matt Jones, Extension Horticulture Agent and the Master Gardener Volunteers of Chatham County, for Native Perennials for the Home Garden, a presentation and hands-on demonstration on how to garden with native herbaceous perennials and grasses. Participants will learn why native plants are so important for local food webs, how to select plants based on their...
Meds Instead of Meds
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesMeds Instead of Meds is a six-week series taught by Chatham County Cooperative Extension exploring the Mediterranean healthy eating style. Eating like those in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the fundamentals of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in...
Safe Plates for Food Managers Certification Class & Exam
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Safe Plates for Food Managers Certification Class & Exam. This course prepares food service managers for the Certified Food Protection Manager exam, meeting FDA and NC food code requirements. Certification is valid nationwide for a period of 5 years. Here is the schedule for the week: Mon, Sep 15,...
Safe Plates for Food Managers Certification Class & Exam
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Safe Plates for Food Managers Certification Class & Exam. This course prepares food service managers for the Certified Food Protection Manager exam, meeting FDA and NC food code requirements. Certification is valid nationwide for a period of 5 years. Here is the schedule for the week: Mon, Sep 15,...
Safe Plates for Food Managers Certification Class & Exam
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Safe Plates for Food Managers Certification Class & Exam. This course prepares food service managers for the Certified Food Protection Manager exam, meeting FDA and NC food code requirements. Certification is valid nationwide for a period of 5 years. Here is the schedule for the week: Mon, Sep 15,...
Estate Planning Workshop
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for an Estate Planning Workshop with Munson Law Firm. This free in-person workshop covers the basics of estate planning, including wills, powers of attorney, and key documents, to help you plan ahead with confidence. This is perfect for those new to the process. Class occurs Wed, Sep 17, 6pm-7pm in the Cooperative Extension...
Meds Instead of Meds
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesMeds Instead of Meds is a six-week series taught by Chatham County Cooperative Extension exploring the Mediterranean healthy eating style. Eating like those in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the fundamentals of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in...
Landscaping for Pollinators Workshop and Native Plant Sale
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for a Landscaping for Pollinators Workshop and Native Plant Sale. Chatham County Agricultural Extension Agent Debbie Roos will share lessons learned from her 17 years of experience designing and managing the popular Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden in Pittsboro, which features over 225 species of perennials, 85% of them native to...
Sheep & Goat FAMACHA© Certification
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for a Sheep & Goat FAMACHA© Certification. This hands-on workshop covers internal parasite control in sheep and goats. Learn to assess anemia and use targeted deworming. Attendees will receive a classroom lecture portion and then demonstrate the FAMACHA technique on a live animal. The workshop occurs Tue, Sep 23, 2pm-5pm...
Meds Instead of Meds
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesMeds Instead of Meds is a six-week series taught by Chatham County Cooperative Extension exploring the Mediterranean healthy eating style. Eating like those in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the fundamentals of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in...
Meds Instead of Meds
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesMeds Instead of Meds is a six-week series taught by Chatham County Cooperative Extension exploring the Mediterranean healthy eating style. Eating like those in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the fundamentals of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in...
Meds Instead of Meds
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesMeds Instead of Meds is a six-week series taught by Chatham County Cooperative Extension exploring the Mediterranean healthy eating style. Eating like those in the Mediterranean region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the fundamentals of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in...
Ancient Arts Festival
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesThe Ancient Arts Festival (formerly TattooFest Raleigh) returns to the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center for a third year Fri, Oct 10-Sun, Oct 12. Hosted by 401 Tattoo and Antiquities, the event features live tattooing by 45 local and out-of-state artists, contests and awards, oddity and macabre art vendors, a masquerade costume contest, a parade by...
Sauerkraut Workshop
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Chatham County Cooperative Extension for a Sauerkraut Workshop on Thu, Oct 16, 3:30pm-5pm. This educational and hands-on workshop will teach you about fermentation and how to make your own sauerkraut. This workshop is perfect for beginners. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and get your hands messy! Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn...
Fundamentals of Composting
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Matt Jones, Extension Horticulture Agent and the NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteer of Chatham County, for Fundamentals of Composting, a workshop on how to compost food and yard waste at home or in a community garden. Food scraps and yard trimmings together account for more than a quarter of household waste. Instead of...
Aqua Mania 2026
Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAqua Mania 2026 on Sat, Mar 14, 10am-3pm is a one-of-a-kind aquatic show focused on family-friendly fun for the community. This exciting event will exhibit amazing premier freshwater and marine aquarium vendors, contests, educational presentations, music, food trucks, an aquascaping contest, and so much more. Bring the entire family to this one-day show at the Chatham County...