This month we had the opportunity to work with Mike Long, Director of Stewardship for the Mercer County Park Commission, to restore the Meadow at Mercer Educational Gardens. Before COVID, the Meadow was full of natives, which is an example of an alternative to lawns and a way to support biodiversity in our community. After some time […]
Hey Mercer County, have you visited Capital City Farms yet this summer?! Last month, Ricardo Kairios, FCHS Educator/Assistant Professor, partnered with Capital City Farm and the West Windsor Township Health Department to bring locally grown produce to individuals at the Vincent J. Calcagno Robbinsville Township Senior Center. The produce shared included fresh tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and […]
In August, FCHS partnered with 4-H Youth Development to provide a week of fun nutrition and cooking education lessons for youth from CYO of Mercer County – East State Street. The curriculum, entitled “Food Smarts for Kids,” taught the campers about setting SMART goals for a healthy lifestyle, the difference between whole, minimally processed, and […]
We had a wonderful time at the 2024 Mercer County 4-H Fair! Check out our fair pictures below. We hope to see you next year for our 106th Mercer County 4-H Fair, July 26 & 27, 2025!
Looking for summertime fun for the whole family? Head to the Mercer County 4-H Fair at beautiful Howell Living History Farm, Saturday and Sunday, July 27-28 for animal shows, hayrides, music, food, and more! Tour the farm, explore the exhibits, attend a magic show, challenge a friend on the archery range, or simply relax and […]
