Some great resources have been created by NC Cooperative Extension for the novice couponer and/or instructor desiring to know how to make coupons work for them in North Carolina (fact sheets, games, powerpoints, and a manual). Check it out at: http://couponingnc.wordpress.com/

Preserving Jams and Jellies--Workshop

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to preserve jams and jellies, this hands-on class is for you!

TUESDAY, JUNE 28
5:30-7:30pm
NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION CONFERENCE ROOM
Cost is $10
Class size is limited, call now for reservations 652‐7874 or email
Kristin_mart@ncsu.edu



For accommodations for persons with disabilities, contact the McDowell County Center at 828-652-7874, no later than five business days before the event.

Goodbye MyPyramid, Hello MyPlate!

First Lady Michelle Obama, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Surgeon General Regina Benjamin today unveiled the federal government's new food icon, MyPlate, to serve as a reminder to help consumers make healthier food choices. MyPlate is a new generation icon with the intent to prompt consumers to think about building a healthy plate at meal times and to seek more information to help them do that by going to www.ChooseMyPlate.gov. The new MyPlate icon emphasizes the fruit, vegetable, grains, protein and dairy food groups.

The MyPlate video announcement can be viewed here.

"This is a quick, simple reminder for all of us to be more mindful of the foods that we're eating and as a mom, I can already tell how much this is going to help parents across the country," said First Lady Michelle Obama. "When mom or dad comes home from a long day of work, we're already asked to be a chef, a referee, a cleaning crew. So it's tough to be a nutritionist, too. But we do have time to take a look at our kids' plates. As long as they're half full of fruits and vegetables, and paired with lean proteins, whole grains and low-fat dairy, we're golden. That's how easy it is."

"With so many food options available to consumers, it is often difficult to determine the best foods to put on our plates when building a healthy meal," said Secretary Vilsack. "MyPlate is an uncomplicated symbol to help remind people to think about their food choices in order to lead healthier lifestyles. This effort is about more than just giving information, it is a matter of helping people understand there are options and practical ways to apply them to their daily lives."

"The new icon is simple and easy to understand, with more emphasis placed on fruits and vegetables," said U.S. Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin. "This new tool can be a fun way to help individuals and families make healthier meal choices. I encourage all Americans to follow the new dietary guidelines and become familiar with the new icon because it will serve as a compass to a healthy and fit nation."