The Gaston County Center is proud to offer a variety of programs designed to support you in managing your finances, improving your health, and enhancing your overall well-being. We now provide workshops on Financial Resource Management covering a range of essential topics such as:

• Creating and managing a budget
• Using credit responsibly
• Paying off debt
• Preventing fraud
• Understanding banking services
• And much more!

In addition to financial education, we offer workshops on Food Preservation, Nutrition, and Wellness, helping you eat smart and move more every day. Whether you’re interested in preserving home-grown produce, learning tips for healthier living, or gaining practical advice on budgeting, we’ve got you covered.Workshop Information:

• Regularly scheduled workshops are offered throughout the year
• Both in-person and virtual options are available
• The majority of workshops are offered at no cost to participants

For more details or to register, visit our Events Calendar or contact Jonette Mungo at jemungo@ncsu.edu or 704.922.2111. We look forward to helping you take the next step towards a healthier, financially secure future!

Home Canning

Wanting to get started with home canning or perhaps it's been awhile since you've canned? If so, contact Gaston County for the most current information and canning practices such as:

• Annual testing of dial gauge pressure canners
• Overview of home canning and equipment, supplies needed
• Basics of water bath and pressure canning
• Canning particular foods:  jams/jellies, pickles, vegetables, meats

Have an interest in local foods? Want to learn how to make tasty, delicious, and EASY meals with a emphasis on seasonal availability? If so, these sessions are for you! In each session, you will receive a receive a variety of seasonal recipes that's sure to help you eat smart all year long.

• Cooking Smart with Winter Foods
• Cooking Smart Spring Foods
• Cooking Smart with Fresh Herbs
• Cooking Smart with Summer Foods
• Cooking Smart with Fall Foods

Med Instead of Meds

Interested in eating the Mediterranean Way, but not sure where to start? If so, this program is for! The 6-session workshop will help you Go Med by exploring 7 simple steps to eating the Med Way. Learn Med tips, life hacks, and recipes that will help you eat the Med Way every day.