Food for Thought

01/29/2026

The Berea Branch of the Granville County Library System is hosting a recipe circle tonight from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.. They are inviting everyone to bring a sample of their favorite healthy eating dish and join us for a potluck to taste food, share recipes, and check out a variety of cookbooks. It is free and open to all. The Extension Office will be on hand to provide tips and tricks on healthy cooking and substitutions.

01/29/2026

We are still accepting vendor applications for the ECA Spring Artisan & Craft Market, scheduled for Saturday, March 21 from 10am - 2pm at the Person County Office Building located at 304 South Morgan Street Roxboro, NC. This is an opportunity to showcase and sell your goods! A vendor spot costs $40 paid online or you can pay with a check/cash and receive a $5 Discount Coupon. One (6-8ft) vendor table and two chairs are provided. If you need additional tables, they may be provided or you may bring your own. Register today for your vendor spot today at go.ncsu.edu/marketspot

**Registrations can only be taken online through the website mentioned above or in person at the Person County Extension Office. Do not listen to any comments from anyone saying they are the event organizer. ***

01/28/2026

Did you know? SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food at physical grocery stores, but they can also be used online. 🛒

Some of the stores that allow you to use your EBT card to purchase food online include: Walmart, ALDI, Food Lion, Target, Wegmans, Publix, Amazon and more. You will be given the option to select the nearest store to your address for either pickup or delivery.

Keep in mind that you can only use SNAP benefits to purchase eligible food items and that a delivery fee may be included in your final purchase amount. If you would like to know more about the SNAP program, visit the More In My Basket website at morefood.org.

01/28/2026

🩷👟🌳 Be in community, connect offline, and help to build a new tradition of movement and conversation in safe, welcoming outdoor spaces

📅 Saturday, February 14: Run or walk the winter woods and pasture trails on a spacious, family-owned 63-acre farm. Two laps will take you through old-growth forest, along the stream, past classic North Carolina Piedmont to***co barns, around the pond, and across the finish line in front of the goat pen.

🔥 Hang by the bonfire with your cheering section and make new connections while you take in the views.

⏰ Gate opens 8am, Race starts at 10am

🏃🏽‍♀️ All-ages and experience levels are welcome (Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)

☂️ Rain or shine, except for extreme rain or wind. Register in advance to get updates!

📸 Event photographer on-site

🏞️ Trails will be open to all visitors to explore following the race

🧑‍🎓 20% of proceeds will be donated to the Cross Country program.

🎟️ Register at the link in bio or hawkinsloop.com/events

01/28/2026

Get creative with leftovers from Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast! These yummy French Onion Roast pockets are easy to throw together and give new life to leftovers. https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/?s=french+onion+roast+pockets

01/27/2026

The daily recommendation for Vitamin D is 600 International Units for everyone up to 70 years old. People older than 70 need 800 International Units.

Did you know? Very few foods contain vitamin D. Some foods, such as milk, are fortified with vitamin D. However, it is found naturally in in fatty fish, cheese and egg yolks. To get enough vitamin D (especially in winter months), many people require a multivitamin/mineral with vitamin D or a vitamin D-3 supplement.

Consult your health-care provider and/or a registered dietitian to determine if you need a dietary supplement and how much you would need to take.

Learn more about vitamin D requirements and sources >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/questions-and-answers-about-vitamin-d

01/27/2026

This French Onion Roast cooks low and slow in your slow cooker for an impressive roast! Perfect for a cold day or a busy week.

This French Onion Roast cooks low and slow in your slow cooker for an impressive roast! Perfect for a cold day or a busy week.

01/26/2026

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01/24/2026

With temperatures hovering well below freezing at night and with the upcoming major winter storm forecast for this weekend, we ask that citizens prepare for the possibility of frozen pipes. The graphic below covers key information. For more detailed information please visit: https://www.redcross.org/.../winter-storm/frozen-pipes.html

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01/23/2026

Learn what steps to take to prepare you and your loved ones for winter storms.
redcross.org/winterstorm

Learn what steps to take to prepare you and your loved ones for winter storms. redcross.org/winterstorm