Camden Extension Connections: July 2025

Find this article at:
go.ncsu.edu/readext?1083216
— Written By and last updated by
en Español / em Português
Español

El inglés es el idioma de control de esta página. En la medida en que haya algún conflicto entre la traducción al inglés y la traducción, el inglés prevalece.

Al hacer clic en el enlace de traducción se activa un servicio de traducción gratuito para convertir la página al español. Al igual que con cualquier traducción por Internet, la conversión no es sensible al contexto y puede que no traduzca el texto en su significado original. NC State Extension no garantiza la exactitud del texto traducido. Por favor, tenga en cuenta que algunas aplicaciones y/o servicios pueden no funcionar como se espera cuando se traducen.

Português

Inglês é o idioma de controle desta página. Na medida que haja algum conflito entre o texto original em Inglês e a tradução, o Inglês prevalece.

Ao clicar no link de tradução, um serviço gratuito de tradução será ativado para converter a página para o Português. Como em qualquer tradução pela internet, a conversão não é sensivel ao contexto e pode não ocorrer a tradução para o significado orginal. O serviço de Extensão da Carolina do Norte (NC State Extension) não garante a exatidão do texto traduzido. Por favor, observe que algumas funções ou serviços podem não funcionar como esperado após a tradução.

English

English is the controlling language of this page. To the extent there is any conflict between the English text and the translation, English controls.

Clicking on the translation link activates a free translation service to convert the page to Spanish. As with any Internet translation, the conversion is not context-sensitive and may not translate the text to its original meaning. NC State Extension does not guarantee the accuracy of the translated text. Please note that some applications and/or services may not function as expected when translated.

Collapse ▲

Tell Me Something Good

Camden County Extension’s Amy Twiddy
Earns Esteemed PACE Certification

Picture of Sandy Hall presenting certificate to Amy Twiddy

Sandy Hall, Northeast District Director with Amy Twiddy

The Camden County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension is thrilled to announce that Amy Twiddy, our Extension Administrative Assistant, has achieved the Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence (PACE) from the American Society of Administrative Professionals (ASAP). This distinguished certification highlights Amy’s unwavering commitment to professional development and excellence.
The PACE certification is a comprehensive program that assesses proficiency across four crucial areas: Interpersonal Communication, Task & Project Management, Computer & Internet Technology, and Management Skills. To earn this highly respected credential, Amy successfully completed rigorous coursework in each of these areas and passed a challenging exam.
“Amy is truly instrumental to everything we do here,” remarked Austin Brown, Camden County Extension Director. “Amy’s dedication to Camden County Extension shines through her work. She not only excels in her local role but also spearheads the administrative coordination for a number of  high-impact regional Extension initiatives. This certification is clear proof of her commitment to continuously improving her skills so she can serve even better. On behalf of the entire Camden Extension team, we’re incredibly thankful for all she does and immensely proud of this prestigious accomplishment.”
As Extension Administrative Assistant, Amy skillfully supports daily Extension office operations, community engagement efforts and staff educational programming that serves the community of Camden County. For more information about Extension in Camden County visit: camden.ces.ncsu.edu or give us a call at 252-331-7630.

Upcoming Extension Events

Lunch Box Heros:

Cooking Class for Kids Ages 6–12

AUGUST 18TH, 2025

1:00–2:00 p.m.

118 NC HWY 343, CAMDEN NC 27921

PACKING A LUNCH DOESN’T HAVE TO BE A CHORE, AND IT DEFINITELY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE BORING! IN THIS FUN AND INTERACTIVE CLASS, KIDS WILL EXPLORE EASY, HEALTHY, AND DELICIOUS LUNCHBOX IDEAS THAT HOLD UP WELL THROUGHOUT THE DAY.

Registration Required

  • In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Kristi Willard, 252-331-7630. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.

La Extensión Cooperativa de Carolina del Norte es un proveedor de igualdad de oportunidades.

Lunch Box Heros

Keep an eye out on the Camden Public Library’s Eventbrite page for registration information.

Picture of canned goods with contest date

Camden Heritage Festival Canning Contest

2025 Camden Heritage Festival Canning Contest

Did you preserve something delicious this year?
Show off your flavorful creations at the Canning Contest during the Camden Heritage Festival. Whether it’s jam that tastes like summer or pickles with the perfect crunch, we want to see and celebrate what you’ve made.

For more information visit:  go.ncsu.edu/readext?1082715

Picture of field of corn and soybean

Northeast Ag Expo Summer Field Day

Thursday, July 31, 2025
8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Agenda:

  • 8:00–9:30 a.m.:
    Registration, Breakfast, Trade Show & Opening Remarks
  • 9:30–11:30 a.m.:
    Field Tours
    Corn & Soybean Research
    Drone Demonstration
    Cover Crop
  • 11:30 a.m.:
    Distinguished Guests Remarks &
    Catered Lunch Provided

Location:

James Brothers, Inc.
1375 Salem Church Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Pre-Registration:

go.ncsu.edu/2025neagexpo

Or
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Pasquotank County Center at
252-338-3954
by Friday, July 25th

N.C. Cooperative Extension prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, and veteran status.

For more information or accommodations for persons with disabilities please contact the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Pasquotank Extension Center at 252-338-3954 no later than ten days before the event.

Register online:  go.ncsu.edu/2025neagexpo
share Share This Article

Written By

Austin Brown, N.C. Cooperative ExtensionAustin BrownCounty Extension Director & Agriculture Agent Call Austin Email Austin N.C. Cooperative Extension, Camden County Center
Updated on Jul 18, 2025
Was the information on this page helpful? Yes check No close
Scannable QR Code to Access Electronic Version