NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers, Harnett County

09/07/2026

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity for the kids? Registration is now open for our "Kids Can Garden!" class at the Main Library!

Join us on Monday, September 14, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. in the Youth Makerspace for an engaging session on plant life cycles. This program is led by the Harnett County NC Cooperative Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers, who are dedicated to providing research-based gardening education to our community. This class is designed for children ages 6-12 to learn, explore, and get their hands dirty.

Registration is required for this event. You may register by calling the Harnett County library at 910-893-3446.

We look forward to seeing your young gardeners there!

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

🍂 Old weather wisdom says the timing of falling leaves may offer a clue about the winter ahead.

“When leaves fall early, winter will be mild; when leaves fall late, winter will be wild.”

Of course, nature doesn’t always follow the old sayings—but that’s part of what makes weather folklore so much fun.

Are the leaves falling early or late where you live this year? And what kind of winter do you think is coming? 👀❄️

09/07/2026

The best way to reduce the risk of flu and its potentially serious complications is by getting vaccinated each year.

Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine.
The Health Department is offering Drive-Thru Flu Vaccines
📅 Thursday, October 1st
⏰ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Harnett County Health Department-Parking Lot
Get your flu shot without leaving your car! No appointment needed.

We accept: Medicaid, Medicare, BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, MedCost, Cigna & Aetna. Self-pay is available for other insurance plans..

Uninsured? Flu vaccines are available at no cost.

For more information call 910-893-7550 or visit www.harnett.org/health

09/07/2026

Get Your Discounted State Fair Tickets While They Last!

🎡 The State Fair is back! Ride the big wheel, grab your favorite deep-fried treats, and join the NCPTA State Fair Scavenger Hunts! 🍿

🎟️ 2026–2027 NCPTA members get an extra $2 off (Adults $10 | Youth $6) while supplies last!

🔑 Password: NCPTA

🔗 Buy now: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/48896975/nc-pta-gate-admission-raleigh-2026-north-carolina-state-fair

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

It’s National Read a Book Day! 📕📗📘📙

Whether it’s a Book Planter book, another agriculture book, or something else fun, we hope you have a happy day of reading!

What are you reading? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

09/07/2026

Join us for the Harnett County Board of Commissioners meetings this September! This is your opportunity as residents and community members to stay informed, hear important updates, and learn more about the decisions that impact you. We encourage residents to attend and stay engaged with local government.

📍 Meetings are offered in person and live on our YouTube Channel: Harnett County Government 📲 💻 View meeting dates, agendas, and information at https://www.harnett.org/boc
*Due to the Labor Day holiday, our Monday meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 8.

09/07/2026

Don't stop planting yet! Fall is the best time to add plants to your garden, and we have plants! Fall plant sale is coming October 9 and 10, at the United Methodist Church in Hampstead. Mark your calendars. See you there!

09/07/2026

"A shortage of water can severely compromise trees, weakening them and making them more susceptible to structural collapse, weather damage, pest infestations, and diseases."
Dr. Kelly Oten explains how drought stress affects your trees in this NC State College of Natural Resources article. 💧🌳
Learn more with this FAQ featuring:
- Common signs of drought stress in trees
- How long trees can survive without water
- Which trees are the most vulnerable to drought
- Best drought-tolerant trees
- How to save a drought-stressed tree
- How long it takes a tree to recover from drought
https://cnr.ncsu.edu/news/2026/08/drought-stress-in-trees

📸 Robert L. Anderson, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org