Chatham County Cooperative Extension

Lawn Care Fundamentals

Hybrid In-person Workshop and Webinar
Sept 10, 2026 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Join Matt Jones (Horticulture Agent), and Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Diane Goodwin for a presentation on the fundamentals of sustainable lawn care.

We'll cover proper turf grass selection; optimal lawn site conditions; general lawn care (e.g., watering, mowing), lawn establishment and renovation; lawn soil nutrient requirements, soil testing, soil test interpretation/implementation and fertilization principles; and lawn w**d control. If you are caring for a lawn, we encourage you to join us for this informative program!

There are two options to participate in this event. Sign up to come to the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center in person, or join us live online as a webinar. All participants will get a recording of the lecture.

REGISTER

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lawn-care-fundamentals-tickets-1995696074682?aff=oddtdtcreator

QUESTIONS? Contact N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center by calling 919-542-8202 or email [email protected]

Chatham 4-H Livestock Show - SAVE THE DATE!

Youth exhibitors from across the region will gather in Pittsboro on Saturday, September 12, 2026, for the annual Chatham County 4-H Livestock Show. The event is free and open to the public, and community members are encouraged to come out and support local youth involved in agriculture and animal science.

https://chatham.ces.ncsu.edu/news/chatham-4-h-livestock-show-save-the-date-91226/

Summer is winding down, but Growing Chatham is sprouting new wisdom!

The August Balancing Act: Squeezing in Summer vs. Shopping for Supplies

August is officially here, beautifully balancing the final hurrahs of summer vacation with the organized chaos of back-to-school preparation. While youth are holding onto every last second of sleeping in, parents are bracing for the return of early morning routines and lunchbox assembly lines. We want to wish our entire community a wonderful start to the upcoming academic year. May your coffee be strong, your school supply lists be fully stocked, and your transition back to the routine be entirely stress-free!

While you balance these final summer moments with your back-to-school preparations, take a moment to unwind with the latest edition of our Growing Chatham newsletter. You can access it here: go.ncsu.edu/growingchatham826

With the rise in temperatures this summer, it’s important to increase your water intake. But don’t forget that you can also do that by consuming more high-water content foods. That includes:

🍉 Watermelon, strawberries, oranges, pineapples, cantaloupes, etc.
🥒 Cucumbers, cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, zucchinis, bell peppers, etc.
🧉Fruit smoothies, coconut water, homemade iced tea, etc.

Don’t forget that all of these food items are SNAP-eligible! If you have any questions about SNAP in North Carolina, contact the More In My Basket team toll-free at 1-855-240-1451.

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Con el aumento de temperaturas este verano, es importante aumentar tu consumo de agua. Pero no olvides que también puedes hacerlo consumiendo más alimentos con alto contenido de agua. Eso incluye:

🍉 Sandía, fresas, naranjas, piñas, melones cantalupo, etc.
🥒 Pepinos, col, zanahorias, tomates, calabacines, pimientos, etc.
🧉Batidos de fruta, agua de coco, té helado casero, etc.

¡No olvides que todos estos alimentos son elegibles para SNAP! Si tienes alguna pregunta sobre SNAP en Carolina del Norte, contacta gratis con el equipo Más En Mi Canasta de en el 1-855-240-1451.

🦏 Chatham County 4-H Pop-Up Event: Limited Time to Sign Up! 🦧

Give your kids one last unforgettable summer hurrah before school starts back!

Join Chatham County 4-H for an exciting FREE
4-H Pop-Up Adventure to the NC Zoo.

Registration space is strictly limited and processed on a first-come, first-served basis—secure your spot today before time runs out!
Who: Youth ages 8–12
What: A free day trip to the NC Zoo, featuring an exclusive hands-on EdZooCation program with a zoo educator!
When: Friday, Aug. 7th | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Where: Drop-off and pick-up at the N.C. Cooperative Extension – Chatham County Center in Pittsboro (1192 US Hwy 64W Business).
Look for the red rocking chairs on the west side of the Ag & Conference Center!

Chatham 4-H covers all tickets, transportation, and snacks.
Youth just need to bring a bagged lunch and a water bottle.

For more details and to register your child for this Pop-Up Event, please visit:
https://chatham.ces.ncsu.edu/news/4-h-pop-up-adventure-registration-now-open/

We hope you will join the discussion next week. Register here: https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/AJ82Lj9GRASQj_HMtkEHrg

Mark your calendars!

⛄️❄️Get ready for a sweet celebration that's open to the whole community - mark your calendars now for festive fun, creative displays, and holiday cheer!

WHEN: Tuesday, December 8th
WHERE: Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center 1192 US 64 W. Business Pittsboro, NC 27312

To learn more, visit: go.ncsu.edu/chatham_gingerbread_extravaganza

If you currently receive SNAP in North Carolina or need help managing your food budget, you can find SNAP-friendly recipes on the More In My Basket website.

That includes fun summer recipes that are sure to be a success at your next get together with friends and family members. Visit morefood.org today! 🔆

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Si actualmente recibes SNAP en Carolina del Norte o necesitas ayuda para gestionar tu presupuesto de alimentos, puedes encontrar recetas compatibles con SNAP en la web de Más En Mi Canasta.

Eso incluye recetas divertidas de verano que seguro serán un éxito en tu próxima reunión con amigos y familiares. ¡Visita morefood.org hoy mismo! 🔆

Join us for our weekly webinar series on Drought Managent. Next week you will hear from Dr. Matt Poore and Johnny Rogers on Managment and Budgeting: Reducing Livestock Feed Demand.
https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/YmN4kFWXRNmRv4dmFh9o8Q