Resilient Bladen

05/07/2026

"We can not build resilient children on the backs of depleted adults" - Dr. Nefertiti Poyner

Dr. Poyner closes out the 2026 Smart Start Conference with a focus on resilience.

04/29/2026

https://youtu.be/5YXjS5C21aI?si=bJ7LGo8A03ByWmBN

NOTE FROM TED: Research around epigenetic inheritance of trauma remains an ongoing field of study and this talk only represents the speaker’s personal views ...

04/28/2026

04/21/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month! The Bladen County Department of Social Services invites you to join in honoring the children who have lost their lives to abuse and neglect. The Butterfly Release will take place on the front lawn of DSS at 2pm, April 23rd! 🦋

04/02/2026

Quick “Sourdough” - While traditional sourdough can take 24 - 48 hours, we’re going to use a "hybrid sourdough" method for the show, cutting the time down to...

03/24/2026

💗 Spreading kindness where it’s needed most 💗
Bladen Community College students recently wrote heartfelt notes of encouragement to place in compassion bags for individuals in crisis in the Emergency Department. These small messages can make a big difference during difficult moments.
If you’d like to contribute to compassion bags, we are collecting notes of encouragement, hygiene products, new summer clothes, journals, toys, and coloring books. Donation boxes are located in the BCC Bookstore and Café. Donate an item at these two locations to be entered to win a free lunch at our Café or a free gift from the BCC Bookstore!
Let’s come together to support and uplift our community 💫

03/06/2026

🚒🚜 Touch A Truck & Family Spring Fling is coming to Bladen Community College in partnership with Bladen Smart Start!
Bring the whole family for a day full of hands-on fun, exciting trucks to explore, and activities for all ages.
🚀💡 Let’s crank up the curiosity! The NC Science Festival is packed with interactive STEM adventures that will spark wonder and bring science to life in BIG ways! 🔬⚡
📅 Saturday, April 18 | 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Bladen Community College
🎟️ FREE event for all ages!
Climb aboard, check out amazing vehicles up close, and enjoy a fun-filled spring day on campus.
📌 More info: BladenCC.edu
📞 Questions? 910.879.5500

02/26/2026

Your kindness makes a difference 💙
Help us bring comfort, dignity, and hope to those in need through Compassion Bag donations.

🎉 Enter to win a free lunch from the café or a gift from the bookstore!
Bring your donated items to Building 7 to be entered—weekly drawings.

We’re accepting new summer items, including:
👕 T-shirts & shorts
🩴 Flip-flops
🧼 Hygiene products
🧸 Plush toys
📓 Activity books & journals
💌 Notes of encouragement

Thank you for helping support others during times of need. 💙

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

We've added an extra day!!
Register for the 2026 Walk to the Cross ✝️
Scan the QR code to register or use this link: https://forms.gle/CoPLNXrcGiyck5Ge9
📘 The first 75 people to register will receive a devotional booklet.
You can also follow along with the walk right here on Facebook.

02/17/2026

🌱🚜 BRIDGING THE GAP: Tackling Food Insecurity Together 🍅🌽

Are you a farmer, gardener, healthy food advocate, or young person interested in agriculture? This event is for YOU!

Join us for a powerful and inspiring conference focused on the incredible farmers and producers who are leading the way in sustainable growing methods and helping to fight food insecurity in our communities. 🌾🥕

This is an opportunity to:
✅ Learn practical strategies from knowledgeable growers
✅ Connect with local farmers and food leaders
✅ Explore sustainable agriculture practices
✅ Discover ways to make a greater impact in your community
✅ Inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders

📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Bladen Community College
Workforce Development Building (Building 14)
7418 NC Hwy 41W, Dublin, NC

🎟️ This is a FREE event!

If you care about farming, fresh food access, community health, or you’re a young person curious about agriculture and food systems — you don’t want to miss this.

Register today using the link attached to this post: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZTxO0LQiIUvn0z8aIWh_uQMizS3nHa8xMrwFJdp1UtxV4sQ/viewform?usp=preview

Let’s bridge the gap and tackle food insecurity together. 💚🌍