At the Poe Center, we are dedicated to helpingNorth Carolinians make healthy choices.
General Health
Dental Health
Nutrition & Physical Activity
Family Life
Substance Use Prevention
Bullying Prevention
CookWELL Kitchen
GrowWELL Garden
MindWELL Mental Wellness
PlayWELL Park
At the Poe Center, we are dedicated to helpingNorth Carolinians make healthy choices.
Theater, museum, lab, playground, and more, there are so many ways to learn about healthy choices at the Poe Center.
Experience Poe Today.
Attend an Event
Youth Mental Health First Aid (Day 2) – Smithfield
January 21 | 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm at Johnston County Public LibraryQPR – Question. Persuade. Refer
January 21 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Hunt Recreation CenterYouth Mental Health First Aid (Day 2) – Holly Springs
January 22 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Holly Springs Community Center
A Look Back at 2025: Another Delicious, Nutritious Year of Garden-To-Kitchen
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The Impact of Youth Empowerment
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Gardening and Taste Testing with Young Gardeners and Chefs
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The Poe Center’s 2025 Annual Awards
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