4-H Achievement Night Friday, November 1, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Schoharie Central School, 136 Academy Drive , Schoharie, NY 12157 The Schoharie County 4-H Program Annual Achievement Awards recognition event will be held on Friday, November 1 at the Schoharie Central School. Bring a dish to pass, drinks, dessert, and tableware will be providedPlease RSVP by October 25th. Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= 4-H Science Sampler Day Saturday, November 2, 2019 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, Beebe Hall , Ithaca, NY 14850 The New York State 4-H STEM Program Work Team is hosting 4-H Science Sampler Day on November 2nd at Cornell University.  The event is open to you in grades 5th - 8th.The registration fee is $5 per youth.  All youth must be chaperoned; there is no fee for chaperones. More detailed registration information will be shared in the middle of September and registrations are due the middle of October.Youth will choose three workshops to participate in for the day.  Workshops include soil science and soil painting, sustainable energy, wearable electronics, computer science, social media and more! ========================================= 4-H Officer Training - Schoharie County Saturday, November 9, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Send your new or aspiring 4-H Officers!Training offered for President/Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, Health/Recreation.Registration required by November 1st. Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= 4-H Officer Training - Otsego County Friday, November 15, 2019 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm The Clark Sports Center, 124 County Road 52 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 4-H Leaders be sure to send your 4-H members to the annual 4-H officer training.Send your new or aspiring 4-H Officers on Saturday at the Clark Sports Center.  Training offered for President/Vice PresidentSecretary/Reporter TreasurerHealth/RecreationPizza will be provided.Registration is REQUIRED by November 8th.To register call 607-547-2536 x0 or go to Officer Training at our event registration site. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Make It and Take It MG Holiday Workshop Monday, November 25, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Farmhouse Floral Design, 315 Main St , Middleburgh, New York 12122 ***LOCATION UPDATE*** Tonight's workshop has been moved to Farmhouse Floral Design, located at 315 Main St in Middleburgh. Please contact Jess Beretz at (518) 701-4964 with any questions.Brighten your holiday table; take this hands-on opportunity to make a holiday centerpiece with Jess Beretz from Farmhouse Floral Designs in Middleburgh. $30 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Pet Pictures with Santa Saturday, November 30, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Dog Wild Pet Supply and Resort, 4785 NY State Hwy 28 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 4-H'ers are hosting a photo opportunity for you and your pet.  Come get your pet's picture taken with Santa Claus. Kids are welcome too.Bring your four-legged BFF for a Santa Claus photo at Dog Wild in Cooperstown.  All proceeds will benefit the Otsego County 4-H Dog Program.  All pets must be leashed.  To pre-register for a time slot or for more information contact Sonja Galley at 607-267-2011 or galley94@vt.edu. $10 per photo (digital file is an additional $5) ========================================= Giving Tuesday 2019 Tuesday, December 3, 2019 12:15 am - 11:45 pm GivingTuesday is an opportunity for you to stand up for the causes that matter most to you, and to participate in the change you want to see in the world. For our organization, GivingTuesday is a chance to talk about our values and why we care so much about the work that we do. We’re grateful to be able to use GivingTuesday to introduce new people to 4-H clubs and programs, and to Cornell Cooperative Extension as a whole. For us, this is a chance to be part of a bigger movement and a better community. Youth and their families in Schoharie and Otsego Counties can take advantage of various 4-H opportunities at the county and state level. Whether they are offered after school, in the summer, or as a workshop, club, camp, or special event, 4-H programs are designed to fit the interests and needs of the diverse young people who live in out rural and urban communities. There are many active 4-H clubs and approximately 600 young people ages 5 to 19 actively participating in 4-H activities. Click to read more about the history and philosophy of 4-H Youth Development, as well as ways in which you and your family may become involved.Give your voice, your time, your stuff, or your money. Generosity is one of the most powerful ways you can have an impact in the world. We’re proud to be part of the #GivingTuesday global movement for generosity!Donate Using PayPal If you would like to use your contribution to Giving Tuesday to make a donation to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties using PayPal please click the button below that represents the amount that you would like to donate. If the amount you wish to donate is not listed please select the donate button below the custom option and you will be able to type in the amount you would like to donate. All donations are appreciated no matter the size. If you would like to donate to a specific program area that can be typed in while processing your PayPal transaction in the box that says Optional: Specify program to benefit. ========================================= 4-H Leader Training Class - Otsego Wednesday, December 11, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Outreach Office, 31 Maple Street , Oneonta, NY 13820 Know a friend or neighbor interested in starting a new 4-H Club?Invite them to attend 4-H New Leader Training! This is a two part training, both sessions are needed to be a registered 4-H Leader.Oneonta, 31 Maple StreetWednesday, December 11, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Thursday, December 12, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Crock pot soup available at 6 p.m.Registration is REQUIRED, on or before December 9. FREE Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Leader Training Class - Otsego Thursday, December 12, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Outreach Office, 31 Maple Street , Oneonta, NY 13820 Know a friend or neighbor interested in starting a new 4-H Club?Invite them to attend 4-H New Leader Training! This is a two part training, both sessions are needed to be a registered 4-H Leader.Oneonta, 31 Maple StreetWednesday, December 11, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Thursday, December 12, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Crock pot soup available at 6 p.m.Registration is REQUIRED, on or before December 9. FREE Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Caroling at The Farmers' Museum Candlelight Evening Saturday, December 14, 2019 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Farmers' Museum, 5775 State Highway 80 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Experience the magic of one of the region's best-loved holiday traditions, Candlelight Evening at The Farmers' Museum!  4-H clubs will be there to sing holiday favorites along with local school bands and the Catskill Chamber Singers. Join the caroling in the candle-lit historic buildings.   Ride through the museum’s grounds in wagons pulled by draft horses adorned with "jingle bells."Children take part in holiday arts and crafts activities.Visit with Saint Nicholas.Ride the Empire State Carousel; free rides courtesy of Matt Sohns and family.Complimentary wassail, warmed in kettles over open fires.Bonfire on the Tavern Green.Warm up with something hot from our delicious food and drink offerings at the Crossroads Café and L.C. Jones Center.For more information or to buy your tickets online, visit The Farmers' Museum website. Admission: $12.00 adults, $10.50 visitors age 65 and over, $6 children age 7–12. Free for children 6 and younger. Free for members of the New York State Historical Association. ========================================= Schoharie 4-H Into to Archery Workshop Sunday, December 15, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club, Middlefort Rd , Middleburgh, NY 12122 Participants, age 10 and older, will learn basic rules of safety, proper equipment selection and care, and beginning shooting techniques. Pre-registration is required through the 4-H office by December 1st. $5 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= Livestock Techniques Workshop Tuesday, January 7, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join Ashley McFarland, Area Livestock Specialist with the Central New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team, for this hands-on workshop that will focus on management practices for livestock.  She will teach participants proper ways to administer vaccinations, ear tagging, ear notching, castration, and proper restraint and safety while working with animals.Register and pay online by going to https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/events.php or contact the Herkimer County Extension office by calling 315.866.7920.This workshop will be held at three locations:Tuesday, January 7 - Saratoga County Extension OfficeWednesday, January 8 - Schoharie County Extension OfficeThursday, January 9 - Otsego County Extension Office $10 per person Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= Livestock Techniques Workshop Wednesday, January 8, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join Ashley McFarland, Area Livestock Specialist with the Central New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team, for this hands-on workshop that will focus on management practices for livestock.  She will teach participants proper ways to administer vaccinations, ear tagging, ear notching, castration, and proper restraint and safety while working with animals.Register and pay online by going to https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/events.php or contact the Herkimer County Extension office by calling 315.866.7920.This workshop will be held at three locations:Tuesday, January 7 - Saratoga County Extension OfficeWednesday, January 8 - Schoharie County Extension OfficeThursday, January 9 - Otsego County Extension Office $10 per person Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= Livestock Techniques Workshop Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join Ashley McFarland, Area Livestock Specialist with the Central New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team, for this hands-on workshop that will focus on management practices for livestock.  She will teach participants proper ways to administer vaccinations, ear tagging, ear notching, castration, and proper restraint and safety while working with animals.Register and pay online by going to https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/events.php or contact the Herkimer County Extension office by calling 315.866.7920.This workshop will be held at three locations:Tuesday, January 7 - Saratoga County Extension OfficeWednesday, January 8 - Schoharie County Extension OfficeThursday, January 9 - Otsego County Extension Office $10 per person Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= 4-H Schoharie Earn-an-Animal Program 2020 Applications Available Tuesday, November 26, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program gives youth the opportunity to purchase, raise, and show an animal. Animal species in the 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program include the traditional beef and dairy calves, dairy and meat goats, poultry, swine, sheep, and rabbits. The newly added “other” category includes unique agriculture production such as beekeeping, alpacas, fish farming. These award animals can be used to establish breed stock or market stock.All Schoharie County youth, ages 8 to 19 are encouraged to apply for a 4-H Earn-an-Animal. Youth must complete an application, be interviewed, and formally agree to the project requirements. The grant funds are awarded after the project is successfully completed. Applications are due January 10th.As of December 1st, applications can be obtained from the 4-H office or on the web at http://cceschoharie-otsego.org/resources/4h-earn-an-animal-application-2020For more information contact the 4-H office at (518) 234-4303 x113 None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= 4-H Schoharie Cooking 201 Saturday, January 11, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 This clinic covers kitchen and food safety, basic food preparation, and nutrition. This will be a hands on event!Our menu for the day includes: Tropical Fruit SaladPumpkin Peanut Butter Dip with VeggiesCreamy Rice PuddingEasy Monte Cristo Grilled SandwichPre-registration is required. Contact:Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu(518)234-4304 ext.113 $8.00 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentation Training - Otsego County Saturday, January 11, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 A key for succeeding in this world is being able to have your voice heard.  4-H provides an opportunity for youth to learn this valuable skill through public presentations.  A 4-H public presentation is showing and telling somebody else how to do something that you ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO! This can be from a 4-H project or activity that you have taken or are taking this 4-H year, or it can be a special interest that you have. Giving a public presentation can help you to grow as an individual, think and talk before a group of people, and gain poise and self-confidence.Public Presentation Training for leaders and members is scheduled for Saturday, January 11, from 9 a.m. - Noon at the Cooperstown Education Center. Registration deadline is January 6.  Snow date: January 18.Public Presentations will be held February 29, from 9 a.m. - Noon at Morris March 7, from 9 a.m. - Noon at Milford Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Field Crop Pest Management Meeting - Otsego County Monday, January 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Farm Credit East Offices, 7397 NY-80 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Topics Spotted lanternfly update Using weather data for predicting crop growth and pest problems - updates on current tools Knowing your corn "worms" and what to do about them Alfalfa Weevil and Potato Leafhopper ID and ControlHerbicide Resistance:Crops where we want it - What crops are resistant to what herbicidesWeeds where we don't - What weeds in our area are resistant to what herbicidesBuckthorn: an alternate host for soybean aphid and oat crown rustThe full list of meetings are: Monday, January 13, Farm Credit East, 7397 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NYTuesday, January 14, CCE Chenango Extension Office, 99 Broad St, Norwich, NYWednesday, January 15, CCE Madison Extension Office, 100 Eaton St, Morrisville, NYThursday, January 16, Montgomery County Annex Building, Room 111, 20 Park Street, Fonda, NYFriday, January 17, CCE Schoharie Extension Office, 173 South Grand St, Cobleskill, NYTuesday, January 21, CCE Saratoga Extension Office, 50 West High St., Ballston Spa, NY Approved for the following:DEC Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits: 2 Category: 1a, 10, 21 or 23You must be present at 1:00 PM and have your Applicator ID with you to receive credit!You will only receive credit for attending one session.Certified Crop Adviser Continuing Education Units: Integrated Pest Management: 2CEUsRegister and pay for meeting with a credit card for the Cooperstown location with the link above. To register for another location, see that location's information. You may also print the flyer from the pdf and mail in your registration with a check.Note: When registering online, your transaction may take up to 60 seconds to complete. To help avoid duplicate payments, please wait and do not click the "Register for Event" button more than once.If you receive a "blank" registration confirmation, please email herkimer@cornell.edu and we will email you the correct confirmation.2020 Field Crop Pest Management Meetings (PDF; 326KB) $10 per person Kevin Ganoe, khg2@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Wednesday, January 15, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes? Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget? Prepare recipes you and your children will love? Plan nutritious meals that save time and money? Have a great learning experience with your child (children)? Find the answers to these questions and more! Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons (Children ages 4 and up please) If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303 Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Wednesday, January 15, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Thursday, January 16, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes?Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget?Prepare recipes you and your children will love?Plan nutritious meals that save time and money?Have a great learning experience with your child (children)?Find the answers to these questions and more!Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Field Crop Pest Management - Schoharie County Friday, January 17, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 TopicsSpotted lanternfly update Using weather data for predicting crop growth and pest problems - updates on current tools Knowing your corn "worms" and what to do about them Alfalfa Weevil and Potato Leafhopper ID and Control Herbicide Resistance:Crops where we want it - What crops are resistant to what herbicidesWeeds where we don't - What weeds in our area are resistant to what herbicidesBuckthorn: an alternate host for soybean aphid and oat crown rustThe full list of meetings are: Monday, January 13, Farm Credit East, 7397 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NYTuesday, January 14, CCE Chenango Extension Office, 99 Broad St, Norwich, NYWednesday, January 15, CCE Madison Extension Office, 100 Eaton St, Morrisville, NYThursday, January 16, Montgomery County Annex Building, Room 111, 20 Park Street, Fonda, NYFriday, January 17, CCE Schoharie Extension Office, 173 South Grand St, Cobleskill, NYTuesday, January 21, CCE Saratoga Extension Office, 50 West High St., Ballston Spa, NY Approved for the following:DEC Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits: 2 Category: 1a, 10, 21 or 23You must be present at 1:00 PM and have your Applicator ID with you to receive credit!You will only receive credit for attending one session.Certified Crop Adviser Continuing Education Units: Integrated Pest Management: 2CEUsRegister and pay for meeting with a credit card for the Cooperstown location with the link above. To register for another location, see that location's information. You may also print the flyer from the pdf and mail in your registration with a check.Note: When registering online, your transaction may take up to 60 seconds to complete. To help avoid duplicate payments, please wait and do not click the "Register for Event" button more than once.If you receive a "blank" registration confirmation, please email herkimer@cornell.edu and we will email you the correct confirmation.Click here to register online: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=9922020 Field Crop Pest Management Meetings (PDF; 326KB) $10 per person Kevin Ganoe, khg2@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= 4-H NO SEW Clinic - Otsego County Monday, January 20, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 What do pillows, sheep, and goats have in common?  Clinics for 4-H members in January!Sleep in on Monday, Martin Luther King's Day, but then come have SO much fun at the NO SEW Clinic!Learn how to make your own fleece pillow cover. This workshop is for ALL 4-H members and their friends.There is NO cost – just bring a pillow form, we have the fleece!To register go to https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4-H-Sewing-Clinic-2_243 or call 607.547.2536 x 0MUST RSVP on or before January 16.NOT responsible for any Pillow FIGHTS that might ensue!!!  FREE - just bring a pillow form Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Sheep & Goat Nutrition 101 Tuesday, January 21, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Join us for this educational workshop on sheep and goat nutrition hosted by Dr. tatiana Stanton, Small Ruminant Specialist from Cornell University.  It's that time of the year where all your animals are in from pasture and now you are in charge of what is in front of them on a daily basis.  Are you feeding the proper feed?  What are the requirements for your does and ewes?  Are your animals' requirements different during different stages of their pregnancy?  Come learn the basics of sheep and goat nutrition from Dr. Stanton.  Registration deadline is January 17.  Register online at https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=1047 or call the Herkimer County Extension office at 315.866.7920 $5 per person Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Wednesday, January 22, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes? Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget? Prepare recipes you and your children will love? Plan nutritious meals that save time and money? Have a great learning experience with your child (children)? Find the answers to these questions and more! Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons (Children ages 4 and up please) If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303 Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Thursday, January 23, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes?Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget?Prepare recipes you and your children will love?Plan nutritious meals that save time and money?Have a great learning experience with your child (children)?Find the answers to these questions and more!Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= National Seed Swap Day Saturday, January 25, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am The Master Gardeners of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will host the Annual Master Gardener Seed Swap on Saturday, January 25, 2020 from 10 to 11 a.m. in both counties.  Schoharie Master Gardeners will be at the Middleburgh Library in Middleburgh and the Otsego Master Gardeners will be at the Huntington Memorial Library in Oneonta.  Participation is free, and you do not have to donate seeds to benefit.The National Seed Swap Day is designated as the last Saturday in January. The mission is to conserve and promote crop diversity in local communities through a planned event at which neighbors gather to exchange seeds and chat about plans for the upcoming season. A small selection of 2019 seeds will be on hand.For more information email either the Otsego Master Gardeners mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu or the Schoharie Master Gardeners schoharie@cornell.edu. Participation is free! Schoharie County Master Gardener Volunteer, schohariemastergardeners@cornell.edu, 518.234.4303 x124 ========================================= 4-H Schoharie Public Presentation Training Saturday, January 25, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 A key for succeeding in this world is being able to have your voice heard.4-H provides an opportunity for youth to learn this valuable skill through public presentations.A 4-H public presentation is showing and telling somebody else how to do something that you ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO! This can be from a 4-H project or activity that you have taken or are taking this 4-H year, or it can be a special interest that you have. Giving a public presentation can help you to grow as an individual, think and talk before a group of people, and gain poise and self-confidence.*Public Presentation Training for leaders and members is scheduled for Saturday, January 25, at 9:00 a.m. at the CCE Extension Center. Registration deadline is January 17. *Public Presentation Day is set for Saturday, February 29 at 9:00 a.m. at the CANR building, SUNY Cobleskill. Registration is required by Friday, February 14.Youth must register with their 4-H club leader, or with Teresa Adell if an Independent member:tla47@cornell.edu(518) 234-4303 ext.113(518) 296-8310 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Wednesday, January 29, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes? Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget? Prepare recipes you and your children will love? Plan nutritious meals that save time and money? Have a great learning experience with your child (children)? Find the answers to these questions and more! Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons (Children ages 4 and up please) If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303 Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Thursday, January 30, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes?Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget?Prepare recipes you and your children will love?Plan nutritious meals that save time and money?Have a great learning experience with your child (children)?Find the answers to these questions and more!Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Capital Days Nominations 2020 Due Saturday, February 1, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED4-H Capital Days gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story, create an awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program.   4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE 4-HE sponsored event. Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. Registration information will be out mid-February.   Registration deadline: March 15, 2020. Capital_Days_Nomination_Form.pdf Capital_Days_Health_Form.pdf $220 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Otsego Earn-an-Animal Program 2020 Applications Available Sunday, December 1, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program gives youth the opportunity to purchase, raise, and show an animal. Animal species in the 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program include the traditional beef and dairy calves, dairy and meat goats, poultry, swine, sheep, and rabbits. The newly added “other” category includes unique agriculture production such as beekeeping, alpacas, fish farming. These award animals can be used to establish breed stock or market stock.All Otsego County youth, ages 8 to 19 are encouraged to apply for a 4-H Earn-an-Animal. Youth must complete an application, be interviewed, and formally agree to the project requirements. The grant funds are awarded after the project is successfully completed. Applications are due February 1.As of December 1st, applications can be obtained from the 4-H office or on the web at http://cceschoharie-otsego.org/resources/4-h-earn-an-animal-application-otsegoFor more information contact the 4-H office at 607.547.2536. None Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Otsego Leaders Lunch Saturday, February 1, 2020 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Brooks' House of BBQ, 5560 State Highway 7 , Oneonta, NY 13820 4-H Volunteers are invited to gather at Brooks' House of BBQ in the Roost House to be recognized for the time given to 4-H youth.  Come join fellow 4-H volunteers for a chicken lunch and ice cream.  A $7 donation for the cost is required to help with the cost of lunch.This year's guest speaker TBD.  RSVP by Friday, January 24.    Reserve Your Seat here or mail a check to CCE, 123 Lake Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326.   $7 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Wednesday, February 5, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes? Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget? Prepare recipes you and your children will love? Plan nutritious meals that save time and money? Have a great learning experience with your child (children)? Find the answers to these questions and more! Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons (Children ages 4 and up please) If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303 Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Thursday, February 6, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes?Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget?Prepare recipes you and your children will love?Plan nutritious meals that save time and money?Have a great learning experience with your child (children)?Find the answers to these questions and more!Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Otsego International Night! Friday, February 7, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Greater Plains Elementary School, 60 West End Ave , Oneonta, NY 13820 And My World comes to life in Otsego County! Come see the world at 4-H International Night.  4-H Clubs and Individuals/Families choose a country and explore their foods, customs and culture. They then share what they learned about the country.  Brighten up your winter and experience the world!The Tour Itinerary follows.Tour Itinerary: 6:00 p.m. Tour Preparations – participants set up their static display6:30 p.m. Passport office opens! Visit Countries and sample the Cuisine7:30 Guest Presentation – TBD8:00 Club Presentations9:00 Bon Voyage! Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Schoharie Sewing Clinic Saturday, February 8, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 4-H youth will learn parts of the machine, basic sewing skills and tools, and how to use a patternSaturday February 8, 9:00 a.m.$5.00 material feePre-register by February 8th:Teresa Adell tla47@cornell.edu, (518) 234-4304(518) 296-8310 $5.00 per Workshop Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Capital Days Nominations 2020 Due Saturday, February 8, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED4-H Capital Days gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story, create an awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program.   4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE 4-HE sponsored event. Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. Registration information will be out mid-February.   Registration deadline: March 15, 2020. Capital_Days_Nomination_Form.pdf Capital_Days_Health_Form.pdf $220 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 2020 Corn Day Tuesday, February 11, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Otsesaga Resort Hotel, 60 Lake St. , Cooperstown, New York 13326 2 DEC Pesticide Recertification Credits for Categories: 1a, 10 or 21 or 23. Certified Crop Advisor CEUs: 1.5 CEU Integrated Pest Management; .5 CEU Crop Management, .5 CEU Nutrient Management.You must be present by 10:30 a.m. and have your Applicator ID with you upon signing roster to receive credit.Agenda10-10:30 a.m. -  Registration, Coffee and Danish10:30-11:30 am -Soil health affects what grows in your soil: Thinking beyond crops! Dr. Carmen Greenwood, Associate ProfessorDept. of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Sciences, SUNY Cobleskill11:00 a.m.-Noon Morning Star Farms journey to notill and improved soil healthDave Magos of Morning Star Farms describes how you can have 850 cows, 2,600 crop acres and be 100% notill! Cover crops, weed control, manure handling and soil com-paction are just some of the challenging issues Dave will address.Noon-1:30 pm Lunch1:30-2:00 p.m. Looking at nematodes for long term control of corn rootworms and… Dr. Elson Shields, Department of Entomology, Cornell University2:00-3:00 pm Herbicide Updates: New materials and uses & Palmer amaranth, water hemp and marestail: ID and Control Mike Stanyard, NW NY Dairy Livestock and Field Crops TeamCornell Cooperative ExtensionRegistration is $30 per person: Pre-registration is required!Register for this event now (pay online with credit card) or fill out the 2020 Corn Day registration form at https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/events.php and return it along with payment to:Cornell Cooperative Extension of Herkimer County5657 State Route 5Herkimer, NY 13350.Make checks payable to: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionPlease call 315.866.7920 if you have any questions.Registration must be received in the office by noon on Friday, February 7, 2020 Noon. Registration allows us to communicate any cancellations or changes in arrangements. $30 Kevin Ganoe, khg2@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Wednesday, February 12, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes? Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget? Prepare recipes you and your children will love? Plan nutritious meals that save time and money? Have a great learning experience with your child (children)? Find the answers to these questions and more! Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons (Children ages 4 and up please) If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303 Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Thursday, February 13, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes?Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget?Prepare recipes you and your children will love?Plan nutritious meals that save time and money?Have a great learning experience with your child (children)?Find the answers to these questions and more!Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or the Education Center in Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= 4-H Craft Day - Otsego County Saturday, February 15, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Milford Central School, 42 Main Street , Milford, NY 13807 Come enjoy hot cocoa and snacks while making your very own personalized crafts! Open to all youth including non 4-H members - so bring a friend.  Craft Kits that will be available ($5 per kit): Horseshoe Picture Frame (please bring your own 4x6 photo)Inspirational HorseshoeHorseshoe Dream CatcherAvailable colors:  Black, Natural, Glitter, Pink, and Blue.One horseshoe is included in each kit.  For personalization, provide your own horseshoe. If you want to paint is do so prior to the event.  Pre-registration is required by February 8th with your $5 payment and choice of kit and color.  Send payment and choices to Cornell Cooperative Extension, 123 Lake Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326. $5 per Kit Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Wednesday, February 19, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes? Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget? Prepare recipes you and your children will love? Plan nutritious meals that save time and money? Have a great learning experience with your child (children)? Find the answers to these questions and more! Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons (Children ages 4 and up please) If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303 Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes Thursday, February 20, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Center , 173 South Grand Street , Cobleskill, NY 12403 Interested in FREE Parent and Child cooking classes?Would you like to learn how to feed your family healthier meals and do it under budget?Prepare recipes you and your children will love?Plan nutritious meals that save time and money?Have a great learning experience with your child (children)?Find the answers to these questions and more!Join our hands-on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for six lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)If these dates don’t work for you, we offer several classes throughout the year. Please contact our office at 518-234-4303Class size is limited, call today to register! Free! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Capital Days Nominations 2020 Due Saturday, February 22, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED4-H Capital Days gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story, create an awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program.   4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE 4-HE sponsored event. Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. Registration information will be out mid-February.   Registration deadline: March 15, 2020. Capital_Days_Nomination_Form.pdf Capital_Days_Health_Form.pdf $220 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Risk Management Series~Cooperstown Tuesday, February 25, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Farm Credit East Offices, 7397 NY-80 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 February 25 - March 3, 2020Save the dates. Check back for more information at https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=1006. This series will be held at the following:Tuesdays, February 25 and March 3 ~ Farm Credit East, 7397 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY 13326Wednesdays, February 26 and March 4 ~ CCE Madison County Extension Office, 100 Eaton St, Morrisville, NY 13408Thursdays, February 27 and March 5 ~ CCE Saratoga County Extension Office, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020Pre-registration deadline: February 20, 2020 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations (Otsego County) Saturday, February 29, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Public Presentations in Otsego County is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation. For youth aged 5 to 19.In Otsego County the dates are Saturday, February 29 in Morris 9 a.m. to Noon.  Saturday, March 7 at Milford Central School 9 a.m. to Noon.  Register by February 8 by calling the 4-H office at 607.547.2536.District Presentations will be held on Saturday, March 28, Broome County.State Presentations will be held on Saturday, TBD, Cornell University. None Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Schoharie Public Presentations Saturday, February 29, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CANR Building, SUNY Cobleskill, 114 Rockland Ave , Cobleskill, New York 12043 A key for succeeding in this world is being able to have your voice heard.4-H provides an opportunity for youth to learn this valuable skill through public presentations.A 4-H public presentation is showing and telling somebody else how to do something that you ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO! This can be from a 4-H project or activity that you have taken or are taking this 4-H year, or it can be a special interest that you have. Giving a public presentation can help you to grow as an individual, think and talk before a group of people, and gain poise and self-confidence. *Public Presentation Training for leaders and members is scheduled for Saturday, January 25, at 9:00 a.m. at the CCE Extension Center. Registration deadline is January 17.*Public Presentation Day is set for Saturday, February 29 at 9:00 a.m. at the CANR building, SUNY Cobleskill. Registration is required by Friday, February 14.Youth must register with their 4-H club leader, or with Teresa Adell if an Independent member:tla47@cornell.edu(518) 234-4303 ext.113(518) 296-8310 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Capital Days Nominations 2020 Due Saturday, February 29, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED4-H Capital Days gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story, create an awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program.   4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE 4-HE sponsored event. Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. Registration information will be out mid-February.   Registration deadline: March 15, 2020. Capital_Days_Nomination_Form.pdf Capital_Days_Health_Form.pdf $220 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Tree & Small Fruit for Home Owners Saturday, February 29, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Join Laura McDermott, Fruit Specialist from the Eastern NY Horticulture Program, for an indoor version of her annual workshop about large and small fruit for homeowners. Topics include variety selection for northern climates, pruning techniques, and disease and pest management. Cost is $10.00/person, payable at the door. Registration is required by Thursday, 2/27 Email: schoharie@cornell.eduOr call: (518) 234-4304 x.111 $10 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Risk Management Series~Cooperstown Tuesday, March 3, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Farm Credit East Offices, 7397 NY-80 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 February 25 - March 3, 2020Save the dates. Check back for more information at https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=1006. This series will be held at the following:Tuesdays, February 25 and March 3 ~ Farm Credit East, 7397 State Route 80, Cooperstown, NY 13326Wednesdays, February 26 and March 4 ~ CCE Madison County Extension Office, 100 Eaton St, Morrisville, NY 13408Thursdays, February 27 and March 5 ~ CCE Saratoga County Extension Office, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020Pre-registration deadline: February 20, 2020 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations (Otsego County) Saturday, March 7, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Public Presentations in Otsego County is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation. For youth aged 5 to 19.In Otsego County the dates are Saturday, February 29 in Morris 9 a.m. to Noon.  Saturday, March 7 at Milford Central School 9 a.m. to Noon.  Register by February 8 by calling the 4-H office at 607.547.2536.District Presentations will be held on Saturday, March 28, Broome County.State Presentations will be held on Saturday, TBD, Cornell University. None Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Capital Days Nominations 2020 Due Saturday, March 7, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED4-H Capital Days gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story, create an awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program.   4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE 4-HE sponsored event. Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. Registration information will be out mid-February.   Registration deadline: March 15, 2020. Capital_Days_Nomination_Form.pdf Capital_Days_Health_Form.pdf $220 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Central New York Dairy Day 2020 Tuesday, March 10, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Otsesaga Resort Hotel, 60 Lake St. , Cooperstown, New York 13326 The Central New York Dairy Day will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at The Otesaga Resort Hotel, 60 Lake St., Cooperstown.  Registration is $30 per person (additional attendee $30 each) Pre-registration is required and must be received by Friday, March 6, noon. NO EXCEPTIONSAgenda 10:00 a.m. Trade Show Opens, Registration, Coffee & Danish11:00 a.m. Pathogen based treatment and milking time audits can improve milk income. Dr. Rick Watters DVM, Quality Milk Production Services, Warsaw, NY11:45 a.m. How can I boost my butterfat percent while not decreasing milk production? Old wives' tales on what depresses butterfat & how to improve it. Dr. Tom Overton, Animal Science, Cornell University12:30 p.m. Lunch & visit Trade Show2:00 p.m. Think you can't affect milk protein percent? Think again. With milk protein values up in value it can pay again to go after a boost in milk protein. Are there other benefits as well? Dr. Chuck Schwab, Emeritus Professor, University of New Hampshire2:45 p.m. Final wrap up questions / discussion3:00 p.m. Adjourn Pay online with credit card with link above. Note: Your transaction may take up to 60 seconds to complete. To help avoid duplicate payments, please wait and do not click the "Register for Event" button more than once.Or fill out the registration form on the pdf and return it along with payment to:Cornell Cooperative Extension of Herkimer County5657 State Route 5Herkimer, NY 13350.Make checks payable to: Cornell Cooperative Extension (or CCE)Please call 315.866.7920 if you have any questions.Registration allows us to communicate any cancellations or changes in arrangements.Note that if you receive a blank registration confirmation, please email herkimer@cornell.edu and we will forward you the correct confirmation. This has been a problem for some email servers such as Yahoo and Verizon.Sponsors/vendors/agribusiness displays: Follow this link for information on how to be a sponsor for the trade show: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/sponsor_event.php?event_id=9872020 Dairy Day (PDF; 458KB) $30 per person (additional attendee $30 each) David Balbian, drb23@cornell.edu, 518-312-3592 ========================================= Bio-Intensive Gardening Wednesday, March 11, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Experienced and aspiring gardeners will enjoy a lively discussion with Carla Crim, Horticulture Educator and Home Gardening Specialist with CCE Delaware County. Ms. Crim will present the basics about an organic gardening system that focuses on achieving maximum yields from a minimum area of land or garden space, while simultaneously increasing biodiversity and sustaining the fertility of the soil.Pre-registration is required by March 9th Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Thursday, March 12, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= *POSTPONED* 4-H District Horse and Dairy Quiz Bowl Competition Saturday, March 14, 2020 8:00 am - 2:00 pm The primary objective of Animal Bowl contests is to provide an opportunity for youth enrolled in 4-H animal projects to demonstrate their knowledge of animal related subject matter in a competitive setting where attitudes of friendliness and fairness prevail. It is also hoped that these contests will provide educational experiences for both participants and spectators.** Open to registered 4-H Members only. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Capital Days Nominations 2020 Due Sunday, March 15, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED4-H Capital Days gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story, create an awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties. Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program.   4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE 4-HE sponsored event. Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. Registration information will be out mid-February.   Registration deadline: March 15, 2020. Capital_Days_Nomination_Form.pdf Capital_Days_Health_Form.pdf $220 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports - Air Rifle Workshop - Schoharie County Sunday, March 15, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club, Middlefort Rd , Middleburgh, NY 12122 This workshop will train youth in firearm safety and use of equipment while creating an appreciation and understanding of natural resources.Developing self-confidence, personal discipline, responsibility, and sportsmanshipAges 8-12Must pre-register to the 4-H office by March 1, 2020 5 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= Invasives - They're All Around Us! Wednesday, March 18, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Wednesday, March 18 @ 1:00 p.m., Extension CenterScott Mills, Schoharie Master GardenerRegistration is required by March 16. Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Schoharie Earn-An-Animal/Livestock Auction Orientation Thursday, March 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDThis is a mandatory meeting for 4-H members who have already been accepted into the Earn-An-Animal program or are planning to participate in the 4-H Livestock Auction. Youth will hear all the guidelines and requirements of each program and will receive all necessary paperwork associated with successful completing of both opportunities. Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= CANCELLED: Agricultural Literacy Week 2020 Monday, March 16, 2020 12:00 am - 11:45 pm CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNSIn celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities. The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week.  New York State has one of the longest running and largest Agricultural Literacy Week programs in the country.  Last year, a record number of 65,000 students across 61 counties participated in Agricultural Literacy Week.   2020 Agricultural Literacy Week begins Monday, March 16th and runs through Friday, March 20th. Start to Finish the program takes about 30 minutes per classroom. Literacy Volunteers work with their county coordinators to set up visits to their local schools. Volunteers read to students in first through third-grade classrooms. Following the reading, volunteers conduct an activity with students and share their experiences in agriculture. All activity materials are prepared by NYAITC and schools get to keep a copy of the book for their school or classroom library. Click here to view a list of coordinators for each county Thank you to all of our volunteers and donors who help make the Ag Literacy Week a success!About this year's bookRight This Very Minute                  by Lisl H. Detlefsen is the feature "table to farm book" this year.  What's that you say?  You're hungry? Right this very minute? Then you need a farmer.  You have the stories of so many right here on your table! Educator Resources To be announced soon!Agricultural Literacy Week Archive Now in its 15th Year, Agricultural Literacy Week has helped to bring agriculturally themed books and resources into thousands of classrooms and libraries throughout New York State. Click here to explore past years books and resources. ========================================= CANCELLED 4-H Muffin Tin Magic Cooking Clinic (Otsego) Saturday, March 21, 2020 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Gilbertsville Baptist Church, Commercial Street , Gilbertsville, NY 13776 CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNSTIME FOR SOME MAGIC!! Cooking and photography.....Woo-Hoo!  Come to cook  take pictures for a photo story start a recipe collection or do all three!  We will make four different recipes on-site with extra recipes to take home.  Explore the many tasty muffin tin possibilities!   FREE Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED 4-H Tractor Safety Certification Course Monday, March 23, 2020 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm SUNY Cobleskill Curtis Mott Hall, 176 Schoharie Pkwy N, Cobleskill, NY 12043 , Cobleskill, NY 12043 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED THE A Three-Day Series Monday, March 23, 5 - 9 p.m.Monday, March 30, 5 - 9 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 9 - 4 p.m. Curtis Mott Building, SUNY Cobleskill Must attend all classes Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be offering the Safe Tractor and Machinery Operator’s Certification Course in cooperation with SUNY Cobleskill’s Agriculture Engineering Department. This safety course is available to youth ages 14 and up. Any youth under the age of 16 must complete this program in order to receive a Certificate of Exemption for farm equipment and tractor operation. Classroom and driving skill instruction included. Must attend all Classes.Class is limited to 15 students.Registration Deadline March 13 $20.00 - Class is limited to 15 students Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= CANCELLED Livestock Techniques Workshop for Youth Tuesday, March 24, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED  4-H youth are welcome to come join Ashley McFarland, Area Livestock Specialist with the Central New York Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops Team, for a hands-on workshop focusing on management practices for livestock. She will be teaching participants the proper ways to administer vaccinations, ear tagging, ear notching, castration and proper restraint and safety while working with animals.Class limit: 12 youth - 8 spots are availableThe cost is $10 per youth by March 17 or when class is filled. First come, first served WITH payment.Reimbursement for the cost of the workshop will be made to 4-H Auction youth that are accompanied by a parent/guardian.Please call Ashley at 315.866.7920 if you have any questions. $10 per youth by March 17 or when the class is filled. Ashley McFarland, am2876@cornell.edu, 315-866-7920 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Schoharie International Night 2020 Friday, March 27, 2020 6:00 pm - 6:00 pm Middleburgh Reformed Church, 178 River St , Middlebugh, New York 12122 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDTake a trip around the world without leaving Schoharie County!4-H clubs will pick a country that they are interested in and learn about food (bring samples to share), customs, clothing, and share with the audience. Participants are invited to "travel" to the different countries by visiting the loval 4-H club tables, collecting punches on their passports to earn a prize!Demonstrations include games, flags, musical instruments, posters, art, pictures, musical performance, dancing, costumes, language, history, and geography.Pre-registration is requiredContact Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu(518)234-4303 ext.113 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= CANCELLED: District 4-H Public Presentations Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Chenango Forks Schools, 6 Patch Road , Binghamton, NY 13901 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDPublic Presentations is often cited by 4-H alumni as the most significant and valuable 4-H learning experience, more so than any other 4-H program. Youth, with the support of their families, clubs, and 4-H staff learn to develop presentations on topics that are most relevant and exciting to them. With lots of practice and a little experience, youth develop confidence in presenting their topics in front of the judges at the County, State, and even National level. The greatest learning begins when youth are able to use the positive, constructive feedback from our judges to further develop their skills in planning, preparing, and presenting their next presentation. Youth who are 13 & up who complete a presentation during the year and submit a Member Report Form at the end of year will be eligible to interview for Awarded Trips.What are the types of presentations?There are presentations for all levels and interests. We provide the framework, you provide the topic and enthusiasm! Demonstrations such as "How to Groom a Horse" or sharing your favorite science experiment through an Illustrated Talk are the most common types but that's not all! Review all the types below and discover the best fit for your topic.Types of PresentationsWhat will the judges be looking for? General Presentations CloverbudFormal SpeechIllustrated TalkDemonstrationDramatic InterpretationRecitationInterview Horse Communications IndividualTeamPublic PresentationWhat resources can I use? Public Speaking Made EasyThe 3 P's for a Perfect Presentation10 Most Common PowerPoint Presentations MistakesPowerPoint Guide SheetGuidelines for Speaking with PowerPointPosters- Lettering & ColoringEvaluators Evaluator Training Video County Evaluator GuideCounty Evaluator ChecklistState Evaluator's GuideEvaluator Guides by Type Formal SpeechDemonstration/Illustrated TalkRecitation/Dramatic Interpretation Held in Broome County Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED: Dairy Discovery Workshop Friday, March 27, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cornell University, Judd Falls Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 Due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19, the 2020 Dairy Discovery Workshop scheduled for March 27-28 has been CANCELLED. The annual Dairy Discovery program provides New York youth with fun, hands-on science-oriented learning experiences on dairy production and management topics which feature the unique facilities, industry professionals, and staff of Cornell University.Dairy Discovery is a hands-on workshop held annually at Cornell University in late March. It is a state-wide program for youth ages 14-19 years old. Each year the youth spend the 1½ days (Friday afternoon until Saturday late afternoon) here on campus learning about dairy careers and rotating through a series of hands-on stations which focus on a specific aspect of the dairy field each year. The focus of the Dairy Discovery workshops changes each year but includes the following areas: Dairy Herd Health and Management, Calf and Heifer Production Management, Quality Milk and Milk Production, Whole Farm Management Planning, and Maximizing the Feed Management Program.Who: Due to the hands on approach of the sessions, participation is limited to the first 60 individuals to enroll by deadline. Youth who are 14-19 years of age as of January 1, of the current year and have an interest in dairy cattle and production management are eligible and strongly encouraged to attend (with their parents or chaperones). 4-H project members and FFA youth with a dairy interest or desire to learn about dairy are strongly encouraged to attend.Why?: Participants will get to meet Cornell faculty and students, learn about different aspects of dairy production management and dairy industry related careers. They will also be able to interact and exchange information with professional producers, industry experts, and more! Hands-on workshops are planned for each focus area.Cost?: The cost of $50 for youth covers basic handouts, materials, dinner and activities on Friday evening, and lunch on Saturday. This year, all adult chaperones attending with youth must register separately so we have accurate counts. A $15 fee is charged for adults to help cover meals.Lodging is NOT included for this program but a group of hotel rooms are normally blocked prior to this event each year and detailed information for making lodging accommodations is included in the program. For more information or to register, visit http://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/events-2/dairy-discov... Space is limited so sign-up early. $50 for youth covers basic handouts, materials, dinner and activities on Friday evening, and lunch on Saturday. $15 for adults to help cover meals. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED - Cobleskill Home & Garden Show Saturday, March 28, 2020 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cobleskill-Richmondville High School, 1353 St Hwy 7 , Richmondville, NY 12149 Visit the Master Gardner Exhibit at the Cobleskill Home & Garden Show Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= CANCELLED 4-H Tractor Safety Certification Course Monday, March 30, 2020 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm SUNY Cobleskill Curtis Mott Hall, 176 Schoharie Pkwy N, Cobleskill, NY 12043 , Cobleskill, NY 12043 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED THE A Three-Day Series Monday, March 23, 5 - 9 p.m.Monday, March 30, 5 - 9 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 9 - 4 p.m. Curtis Mott Building, SUNY Cobleskill Must attend all classes Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be offering the Safe Tractor and Machinery Operator’s Certification Course in cooperation with SUNY Cobleskill’s Agriculture Engineering Department. This safety course is available to youth ages 14 and up. Any youth under the age of 16 must complete this program in order to receive a Certificate of Exemption for farm equipment and tractor operation. Classroom and driving skill instruction included. Must attend all Classes.Class is limited to 15 students.Registration Deadline March 13 $20.00 - Class is limited to 15 students Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= POSTPONED: 4-H Theater Club Spring Production Friday, April 3, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Hartwick Community Center, 450 Cnty Route 11 , Hartwick, NY 13348 POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNSThe Hartwick 4-H Theater Guild Club will present their spring production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Come see a chocolate river, a singing candy man, squirrel factory workers and Oompa Loompas at the Hartwick 4-H Theatre Guild’s performance of Willy Wonka.  Performance dates are Friday, April 3rd (7pm) and Saturday, April 4th (2pm & 6pm) at the HartwickCommunity Center. For ticket information please visit our Facebook page at Hartwick 4H Theatre Guild https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Community-Organization/Hartwick-4H-Theatre-Guild-240567513197412/Tickets are FREE but must be reserved since we will likely fill the theatre! FREE - Reserve your tickets asap! Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Auction Clinic - Otsego County Saturday, April 4, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm New Lisbon Town Hall, 908 County Highway 16 , Garrattsville, NY 13342 CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNSMandatory for 2020 4-H Auction Participants  OPEN to all 4-H members. Topics  Nutrition:  How to grow a winning market animal You will create an edible ration! Tools of the Trade:  Showing your market animalMarketing (Bidders): Finding and meeting BiddersRecord Keeping: Managing your profits or lossesTable Jeopardy:  Can you name/match the items?Reservations appreciated. Call the 4-H office at 607.547.2536 x 225. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= POSTPONED: 4-H Theater Club Spring Production Saturday, April 4, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm The Hartwick Community Center, 450 Cnty Route 11 , Hartwick, NY 13348 POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNSThe Hartwick 4-H Theater Guild Club will present their spring production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Come see a chocolate river, a singing candy man, squirrel factory workers and Oompa Loompas at the Hartwick 4-H Theatre Guild’s performance of Willy Wonka.  Performance dates are Friday, April 3rd (7pm) and Saturday, April 4th (2pm & 6pm) at the HartwickCommunity Center. For ticket information please visit our Facebook page at Hartwick 4H Theatre Guild https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Community-Organization/Hartwick-4H-Theatre-Guild-240567513197412/Tickets are FREE but must be reserved since we will likely fill the theatre! FREE - Reserve your tickets asap! Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED 4-H Tractor Safety Certification Course Saturday, April 4, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm SUNY Cobleskill Curtis Mott Hall, 176 Schoharie Pkwy N, Cobleskill, NY 12043 , Cobleskill, NY 12043 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED THE A Three-Day Series Monday, March 23, 5 - 9 p.m.Monday, March 30, 5 - 9 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 9 - 4 p.m. Curtis Mott Building, SUNY Cobleskill Must attend all classes Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be offering the Safe Tractor and Machinery Operator’s Certification Course in cooperation with SUNY Cobleskill’s Agriculture Engineering Department. This safety course is available to youth ages 14 and up. Any youth under the age of 16 must complete this program in order to receive a Certificate of Exemption for farm equipment and tractor operation. Classroom and driving skill instruction included. Must attend all Classes.Class is limited to 15 students.Registration Deadline March 13 $20.00 - Class is limited to 15 students Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 ========================================= POSTPONED: 4-H Theater Club Spring Production Saturday, April 4, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm The Hartwick Community Center, 450 Cnty Route 11 , Hartwick, NY 13348 POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNSThe Hartwick 4-H Theater Guild Club will present their spring production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Come see a chocolate river, a singing candy man, squirrel factory workers and Oompa Loompas at the Hartwick 4-H Theatre Guild’s performance of Willy Wonka.  Performance dates are Friday, April 3rd (7pm) and Saturday, April 4th (2pm & 6pm) at the HartwickCommunity Center. For ticket information please visit our Facebook page at Hartwick 4H Theatre Guild https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Community-Organization/Hartwick-4H-Theatre-Guild-240567513197412/Tickets are FREE but must be reserved since we will likely fill the theatre! FREE - Reserve your tickets asap! Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Dog Obedience Workshop - Otsego Sunday, April 5, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm New Lisbon Town Hall, 908 County Highway 16 , Garrattsville, NY 13342 Spring Sessions started on Sunday, April 5 (weather permitting) for eight weeks; locations to be determined.  Experienced Handlers - 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Beginner Handlers - 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.For more information (rules, what to bring, location, resources, etc.) and to register contact Sonja Galley, galley94@vt.edu or call 607.267.2011.Please bring a crate.   No cost. ========================================= CANCELLED: Eat Your Yard! Wednesday, April 8, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDEat Your Yard!Noon - 1 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension Education Center:Carol Phelps, Master Gardener will host this workshopRegistration is required by April 6. Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Thursday, April 9, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or the Education Center in Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= POSTPONED - Assessing Vegetation for Impacts from Deer (AVID) Saturday, April 18, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 AVID is a method for volunteers, foresters, landowners and others to Assess the Vegetation for Impacts from Deer. Wildflowers and/or tree seedlings are selected and measured each year for several years to evaluate the impact of deer browsing. Field data collected across New York State will be used to track tree, shrub and wildflower response to deer browsing over time. Knowledge of how deer impacts change through time will help guide deer management decisions at local and state levels.This workshop begins with an introduction indoors, followed by a field- / woods-walk nearby.9:00 a.m. to noon, CCE Extension Center:Tracey Testo, Natural Resource Educator, CCE Agroforestry Center.Registration is required by April 16. Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= Earth Festival 2020 Saturday, April 18, 2020 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Milford Central School, 42 Main Street , Milford, NY 13807 Earth Festival is an environmentally focused, interactive event featuring exhibits, workshops, vendors, food and entertainment, all with a fun, earth-friendly twist. OLA will be present to answer your questions. The fifteenth annual Earth Festival will be held on Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Milford Central School. Earth Festival was conceived as a an opportunity for the environmental community to work together to provide a showcase event to help keep Otsego County citizens informed about environmental activities that are taking place in our region and as an avenue for increased involvement. It is a gathering for learners of all kinds, and is an opportunity for businesses and organizations to share their environmental messages, products and services with hundreds of people in a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere. Last year's Earth Festival featured more than forty vendors and exhibitors, and included an antique windows restoration and weatherization workshop, the clothing swap, document shredding and more. None Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= CANCELLED: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine - Open House Saturday, April 18, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, 930 Campus Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 *Due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19, the 2020 Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine Open House scheduled for April 18 has been cancelled. DOORS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The students, faculty, and staff of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine invite you, your family and friends to our 53rd Annual Open House.Open House is our opportunity to share the joys of our profession with the community. Veterinary students and members of the faculty and staff host this annual event that provides a chance for those interested to get a closer look at veterinary medicine. We invite you to tour our college and learn more about our facilities, our equipment, and what we do every day.Students, faculty members, and staff will be on hand to answer your questions about a career as a veterinarian, a veterinary technician, or an animal care specialist. Careers in veterinary medicine have traditionally involved working with dogs, cats, cows, horses, sheep, and pigs. However, this rapidly growing field also provides opportunities to work in the animal health industry, government, armed forces and with many other species in zoos, wildlife refuges, and developing countries.PLEASE NOTE: PERSONAL PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT OPEN HOUSEFor more information click here. Free ========================================= POSTPONED: New York State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest Friday, April 24, 2020 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, 48 Judd Falls Rd Morrison Hall, Ithaca, NY 14850 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED Sponsored by the Department of Animal Science, Cornell University, H.A. Willman Fund, and the New York State Fair.  Registration will start at 8:30 a.m. in the Lobby of Morrison Hall.  General Session will be held in Room 146 Morrison (Auditorium) at 9 a.m. General Session followed by rounds beginning in all four rooms.There will be two senior rooms and two junior rooms in play for the competition.For Your Information• Campus Store is open from 12:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M • You will need to bring or make your own lunch arrangements (Lunch will be provided to contest officials only) • Dairy Store is Open • Contest Procedures with be done in Round Robin format. • Ten Rooms have been blocked at the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, 1100 Danby Rd, Rte. 96B, Ithaca NY 14850 for this animal Science event for the evening of April 23, 2020. The rate is $139 per room and included breakfast. Ask for room block "Dairy Bowl "when you call the hotel (607-256-1100). For tax exempt status with these rooms, you must work through your county 4-H offices.  The block of rooms will be held until March 31. ========================================= CANCELLED: SUNY Cobleskill Block and Bridle Livestock Judging Clinic Saturday, April 25, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDCLINIC EVENTS INCLUDE: Judging Basics  Cattle  -Sheep  -Goats  -Swine  -- Practice Evaluation Classes - Mini Judging Contest - Oral Reasons with Individual Feedback - Campus Tour. For full details and to register go to the registration form at the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GsBJCJz4l2UDEBrhzQ0fo3dA2zVl_sZo/view - Registration formhttps://drive.google.com/open?id=15MypTSDDIhgNsGcwu5MLDFQGzxzSjmha – Photo releaseThe youth registration fee of $40 includes lunch and a T-shirt.  Additional T-shirts may be purchased at $15 each.  Adults may purchase lunch for $12/adult.  All youth under the age of 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.Registration deadline April 3rd.   $40/youth Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= CANCELLED: Schoharie County Maple Festival Saturday, April 25, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 The Schoharie County Maple Festival celebrates the end of the maple syrup season! Come out and enjoy maple vendors, crafters, food, entertainment, baking contest, and the crowning of the new Maple King/Queen or Prince/Princess. So much family fun! ========================================= *POSTPONED* State Teen Action Representative Retreat (STARR) Friday, April 24, 2020 5:30 pm - 1:30 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd , Syracuse, NY 13209 *Due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19, the 2020 STARR retreat scheduled for April 24-26 has been postponed. The planning committee is looking into options for rescheduling the event in the fall. Want to be a STARR?  STARR is a three-day, fun-filled event where 4-H teens participate in a wide variety of workshops and activities that are meant to challenge, excite and further develop life skills. The event is planned by teens and adults serving on the youth/adult STARR planning committee. STARR is open to all NYS 4-H teens (13-19 years old). Location: New York State Fairgrounds- Syracuse, NY. Cost: $110 per person. The registration fee covers cozy lodging and delicious snacks and meals!WebinarsSTARR 2014 webinar (34 minutes long) 2020 STARR RegistrationRegistration opens on Friday, February 14, 2020 at 12 p.m. and closes on Friday, March 13, 2020. You will find the workshop descriptions below and a form you can use to collect your registration. Select one long workshop and two short workshops (try and make sure you don't select the same short workshops)Please remember everyone who attends has to turn in their permission and code of conduct forms in person when they arrive at STARR in order to complete the registration process. If you attend other statewide events they will not be collected again. Please insert "All Statewide Events, Various Locations, Various State Specialists" on the activity date and location and activity director lines. Register here (coming soon)Forms STARR Registration FormSTARR Workshop Descriptions NYS 4-H Permission Slip NYS 4-H Code of Conduct $110 per person. Registration fee covers lodging and meals. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Wednesday, April 29, 2020 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Thursday, April 30, 2020 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Friday, May 1, 2020 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Cornell Animal Crackers Saturday, May 2, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, Judd Falls Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 The annual Animal Crackers program provides New York youth with fun, hands-on, science-oriented learning experiences on Animal Science topics. This workshop is for 4-H members interested in learning more about their favorite livestock, companion or pet animal species; emphasis on different species groupings and activities varies annually. Participants will learn about different aspects of animal care, interact and exchange information with faculty, staff, students, professional producers, industry experts, and more, utilizing the unique facilities of Cornell University. Hands-on workshops are planned for each species group.When/Where: This Saturday workshop is held every May on the Cornell campus (Morrison Hall – 507 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY 14853).Who: The program is geared to 4-H members involved in animal science projects. Youth are strongly encouraged to attend with their parents or chaperones. Suggested age range is 9-12, however, all youth 9 and up are welcome.Why: This is a unique opportunity for youth to experience hands-on activities in a university setting, explore career options in animal science, and expand their knowledge through scientific inquiry.Registration: Participants must register with their local 4-H office, deadline is April 24.Cost: $15 per youth participant. No fee for chaperones. Please note: transportation to and from the event is at the participant’s own expense. Participants must bring their own lunch and drinks. The closest place to purchase food is a 5-minute drive from campus.For more information visit their website: http://www.ansci.cornell.edu/4H/crackers/. The cost of $15 per youth to cover basic handout and occasional presenter expenses. There is no registration fee for chaperones. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Saturday, May 2, 2020 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Sunday, May 3, 2020 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Monday, May 4, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Tuesday, May 5, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Wednesday, May 6, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Thursday, May 7, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Friday, May 8, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Planning Your Garden: Manageable Garden Design for Food & Floral Saturday, May 9, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St , Oneonta, NY 13820 A gardener has dreams of fresh vegetables every night of the season and knows all those gorgeous flowers in garden centers must find a place in the landscape. By mid-summer, if dreams were too big, gardening is not an enjoyable hour of puttering, but an endless chore to keep it all looking respectable. This hour-long workshop will help participants focus their gardening enthusiasm so it stays enjoyable all season long.Carol Phelps, Otsego Master Gardener Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Saturday, May 9, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Tractor Supply Paper Clover Promotion Sunday, May 10, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Each spring and fall, Tractor Supply helps raise money for 4-H programs through the sale of Paper Clovers in their stores. In the most recent campaign we raised over $981,000 nationwide. 90% of funds raised go back to state and local 4‑H programs to support scholarships for camp and leadership activities.The Paper Clover spring promotion dates are April 29 through May 10, 2020. Be sure to visit your local Tractor Supply store to purchase a paper clover.  The money raised by the purchasing of paper clovers will be a direct benefit to the Schoharie and Otsego County 4-H programs.  Thank you for your support.   Contribute during our 2020 fundraisers by: 1) Donating in store at the register. Click here for the store locator. 2) Donating online at checkout when making a purchase on tractorsupply.com. (Donations will be assigned to states based on the shipping location). 3) Donating by phone when you call TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750Encourage your clubs, county agents and volunteers to participate at their local Tractor Supply Co. store during Paper Clover. Not only will this help donations and improve their relationship with their local store, they will also have the opportunity to enter the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes, where 75 clubs will win a $100 TSC gift card. Participation can be anything from setting up a display table and project boards inside the store to having clubs encourage customers to donate.Partner with Tractor Supply Co.TSC invites your club to get active with your local store if you are not already. Talk with your store manager about what activities and partnership opportunities exist in your area.To get you started, here are some ideas on getting involved with your local store:Hold fundraisers at your local TSC during holidays!Valentine's Day: Sell Valentine's Day cards made by 4-H membersJuly 4th: Sell hot dogs and hamburgersFall: Carving pumpkins to sellWinter Holidays: Set up a gift wrapping tableSet up educational livestock clinics in the parking lot of your local TSC store.Ask your store about using your local TSC as a potential meeting site, field trip, or exhibition location.Interested in partnering with your local Tractor Supply Co. Store? Click here to learn how. ========================================= Container Gardening Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Presented by Francine Stayer, Master Gardener Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Elements of Garden Design Wednesday, May 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Wednesday, May 13, 1:00 p.m. @ CCE Extension Center Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Thursday, May 14, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= Schoharie Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale Saturday, May 16, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 The 25th annual Extension Spring Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Extension Center in Cobleskill.  We will offer a wonderful variety of perennials, annuals, herbs, hanging baskets, seed potatoes, bareroot shrubs, vegetables, and much more.   Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= 4-H Calf Sale - Otsego County Sunday, May 17, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 Otsego County 4-H Youth are actively involved in all phases of preparation and the sale itself. Come support our local youth for all of their hard work! Silent Auction prior to the saleFood will be availableOn Saturday, May 16th 4-H will host a Dairy Clinic at the fairgrounds at 9 a.m.  None Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Capital Days 2020 Sunday, May 17, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 4-H Capital Days is a NYSACCE4-HE sponsored event that gives youth an opportunity to meet and interact with legislators and tell their 4-H story. 4-H Capital Days creates awareness of career opportunities in New York State government, better understand state government, and network with delegates from other counties.Delegates are chosen by their county 4-H program. Click here to register and for all forms.Youth participate in a two-day visit to the state capital to tour and learn about history and state government. Participants will also have an opportunity to meet with their state representative. $225 (Late fee after April 26 - $15) ========================================= Otsego Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale Saturday, May 23, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 The Master Gardener Volunteers will offer their annual Plant Sale again this year on Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Education Center in Cooperstown.  A wide variety of plants specifically chosen to do well in Otsego County will be available.Featuring:  perennialsannualsvegetablesherbsBring a garden soil sample for a free pH test! Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Healthy Bees and You! Saturday, May 23, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Join Christine O'Dell, Apiary Specialist and Lecturer, Department of Plant Science, on Saturday, May 23, 10am-noon @ CCE Extension CenterRegistration is requested by May 21: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Healthy-Bees_243 Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. ========================================= 4-H Horse Camp - Otsego County Saturday, May 30, 2020 5:00 pm - 5:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 Join Us for a Fun “Horse” Weekend! Enrolled 4-H Horse Project Members  Clinics and Fun Show.   Guidelines were mailed out to all registered 4-H horse project participants.   Horses must be registered as a project animal.4-H Horse Camp will again feature fun and engaging ice-breakers on Friday night along with our traditional pizza party! Saturday, we will have a fantastic schedule of practical horsemanship, a variety of riding sessions and then plenty of fun activities out of the saddle as well. Saturday will also feature a “Fun Show Prep Course” that will follow the Pot Luck dinner.Sunday will remain as our Fun Show Day. We look forward to seeing campers and their horses participating and everyone cheering them on! Registration packets will be sent to all enrolled 4-H Horse members.NOTE: If you register for Horse Camp and then move up a level at Riding Evaluation Day, we will update your registration at Camp.4-H Horse Certificates due June 1ALL 4-H Horse Project members MUST register their 4-H Project animals by filling out a 4-H Horse Certificate which will be in the 4-H Horse Program packet. If you did not receive a packet, contact the 4-H office or click here to download a copy.  Saturday clinics begin at 9 a.m. with equine massage, grooming, proper tack fitting, English, Western, and Gymkhana. Saturday evening “Mounted Games.” Sunday camp show. Fee covers all clinics. Additional fee for Friday night pizza if you wish to participate. Bring a dish to pass meal on Saturday night.  Pre-registration required by May 22. $35 covers all clinics - $5 for Pizza on Friday night - $10 tent/camper fee Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Master Forester Owner Program Wednesday, April 1, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Date/Place/Time TBAPeter Smallidge, Cornell Natural Resources Center;Ron Frisbee, CCE Agroforestry Center Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= 4-H Horse Camp - Otsego County Sunday, May 31, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 Join Us for a Fun “Horse” Weekend! Enrolled 4-H Horse Project Members  Clinics and Fun Show.   Guidelines were mailed out to all registered 4-H horse project participants.   Horses must be registered as a project animal.4-H Horse Camp will again feature fun and engaging ice-breakers on Friday night along with our traditional pizza party! Saturday, we will have a fantastic schedule of practical horsemanship, a variety of riding sessions and then plenty of fun activities out of the saddle as well. Saturday will also feature a “Fun Show Prep Course” that will follow the Pot Luck dinner.Sunday will remain as our Fun Show Day. We look forward to seeing campers and their horses participating and everyone cheering them on! Registration packets will be sent to all enrolled 4-H Horse members.NOTE: If you register for Horse Camp and then move up a level at Riding Evaluation Day, we will update your registration at Camp.4-H Horse Certificates due June 1ALL 4-H Horse Project members MUST register their 4-H Project animals by filling out a 4-H Horse Certificate which will be in the 4-H Horse Program packet. If you did not receive a packet, contact the 4-H office or click here to download a copy.  Saturday clinics begin at 9 a.m. with equine massage, grooming, proper tack fitting, English, Western, and Gymkhana. Saturday evening “Mounted Games.” Sunday camp show. Fee covers all clinics. Additional fee for Friday night pizza if you wish to participate. Bring a dish to pass meal on Saturday night.  Pre-registration required by May 22. $35 covers all clinics - $5 for Pizza on Friday night - $10 tent/camper fee Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Invasives Are Everywhere! Wednesday, June 10, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Presented by Peter Coleman, Master Gardener Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Thursday, June 11, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or the Education Center in Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= NYS 4-H STEM CAMP Friday, June 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 12:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 What is the 4-H STEM Program?  4-H aims to grow the next generation of inventors, entrepreneurs and problem-solvers by giving youth plenty of opportunities to try their hands at real world science. 4-H Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) projects give families science enrichment opportunities and connects kids to Cornell’s science outreach programs.How Does NYS 4-H STEM Camp Work?Science camp has six tracks to choose from. Each camper chooses one track to learn about for the weekend. You may choose from Rocketry, Sustainable Energy, Robotics, Geocaching, or Outdoor Adventure. Class sizes are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.FAQ'SQ: Who can attend camp?A: Any youth 10-years old and older.Q: Can my parents stay at the camp?A: Yes, parents may stay as chaperones/volunteers.Q: What does it cost to attend?A: $75 per attendee.Q: Where will I sleep?A: In the same bunks/cabins used during summer camp.Q: What will I eat?A: Delicious & nutritious meals prepared by thevolunteers and educators.Q: What will I need to bring?A: Sleeping bag, pillow, personal care items, flashlight,extra shoes, swimsuit, towels, etcFor further information CLICK HERE.Early Registration/Payment by May 1st and receive a FREE T-shirt.ContactSchoharie County - Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, or 518-234-4303 x113 or 518-296-8310Otsego County - Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 $75 per person. First come, first served Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Career Explorations Tuesday, June 30, 2020 10:00 am - 2:30 pm Cornell University, Judd Falls Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 4-H Career Explorations allow youth to have fun while learning about science, engineering, technology, humanities and themselves.  Registration will open April 1. Contact your 4-H office to receive information for your county.Career Explorations has two tracks.University U for teens entering grades 8 and 9. Career Explorations is a three-day event for youth on the Cornell University campus. The purpose of this program is to provide youth with exposure to academic fields and career exploration, to develop leadership skills, to provide hands-on experience in a college setting and to introduce you to Cornell University.  The cost to attend last year was $250. We do not anticipate any dramatic price increase this year.  Please call your local county for more information.Focus for Teens for youth entering grades 10 to 12.  Participants spend three days with a specific department.  Choices include astronomy, horse and dairy careers, biomedical engineering, crop and soil science, waste to energy, teaching, food science and DNA, geospatial science, plus many others.    Registration: Opens April 1, closes June 1, 2020Program Tracks:  University U: teens entering 8th – 9th grades  Focus for Teens: teens entering 10th – 12th gradesTo register contact the person below representing your county:Otsego County - Patti Zellmer,  psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext 225Schoharie County - Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 ext 113 or 518-296-8310 ext 113 $TBD per person (approx $260) - contact your specific county for subsidizes for 4-H members) ========================================= CLOSED for the 4th of July Holiday Friday, July 3, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed on the 3rd of July to observe Independence Day. ========================================= Fermentation Wednesday, July 8, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Thursday, July 9, 2020 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 5, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 To view the 4-H Camp brochure click here.  Open to all girls & boys ages 8 to 16.  REGISTER NOW FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP FAMILY HANDBOOKIs this your first time attending 4-H Camp Shankitunk? Are you overwhelmed with questions? This handbook may be the answer.  Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= The Farmers' Museum Junior Livestock Show Sunday, July 12, 2020 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Iroquois Farm Showgrounds, 1659 County Highway 33 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 73rd Annual Show  Since 1947, The Farmers’ Museum has collaborated with the Cooperative Extension’s 4-H program to produce the Junior Livestock Show, which is the second largest youth competition in New York State.The Junior Livestock Show begins Sunday evening, July 12, at 5 p.m. with a chicken barbecue for the public and show exhibitors. The cost for the barbecue dinner is $10 per person.  At 7:30 p.m., an ice cream social is open to participants and the general public – free of charge.On Monday, July 13 at 9:30 a.m., judging begins for animals and showmanship classes, which test the handler’s ability to present their fit and well-groomed animals in the way that best shows off their conformation. At 5:00 p.m. the New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health leads a discussion on safe spaces on the farm. Prizes are awarded at 6:00 p.m. for the best posters displayed in the visitor tent in the Farm Safety for Kidz Poster Contest.On Tuesday, July 14, judging begins at 9:00 a.m.  At 2:30 p.m., the Grand Champions in the dairy, beef, dairy goat, sheep, and swine divisions will join the winners of the F. Ambrose Clark Livestock Trophy,  The Farmers’ Museum Cup, and The Farmers’ Museum Dairy Goat Cup in a Parade of Champions.Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. For more information about the Junior Livestock Show, contact Meg at 607.547.1452. Exhibitor booklets were sent to all youth enrolled in a livestock project.  If you have not received your booklet by now, contact the 4-H office.  Otsego County Entries are due June 1.Contact Patti Zellmer123 Lake StCooperstown, NY 13326607-547-2536 x225Schoharie County Entries are due May 29Contact Teresa Adell173 S Grand St, Suite 1Cobleskill, NY 12043518-234-4303 x113 Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. ========================================= The Farmers' Museum Junior Livestock Show Monday, July 13, 2020 9:30 am - 7:00 pm Iroquois Farm Showgrounds, 1659 County Highway 33 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 73rd Annual Show  Since 1947, The Farmers’ Museum has collaborated with the Cooperative Extension’s 4-H program to produce the Junior Livestock Show, which is the second largest youth competition in New York State.The Junior Livestock Show begins Sunday evening, July 12, at 5 p.m. with a chicken barbecue for the public and show exhibitors. The cost for the barbecue dinner is $10 per person.  At 7:30 p.m., an ice cream social is open to participants and the general public – free of charge.On Monday, July 13 at 9:30 a.m., judging begins for animals and showmanship classes, which test the handler’s ability to present their fit and well-groomed animals in the way that best shows off their conformation. At 5:00 p.m. the New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health leads a discussion on safe spaces on the farm. Prizes are awarded at 6:00 p.m. for the best posters displayed in the visitor tent in the Farm Safety for Kidz Poster Contest.On Tuesday, July 14, judging begins at 9:00 a.m.  At 2:30 p.m., the Grand Champions in the dairy, beef, dairy goat, sheep, and swine divisions will join the winners of the F. Ambrose Clark Livestock Trophy,  The Farmers’ Museum Cup, and The Farmers’ Museum Dairy Goat Cup in a Parade of Champions.Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. For more information about the Junior Livestock Show, contact Meg at 607.547.1452. Exhibitor booklets were sent to all youth enrolled in a livestock project.  If you have not received your booklet by now, contact the 4-H office.  Otsego County Entries are due June 1.Contact Patti Zellmer123 Lake StCooperstown, NY 13326607-547-2536 x225Schoharie County Entries are due May 29Contact Teresa Adell173 S Grand St, Suite 1Cobleskill, NY 12043518-234-4303 x113 Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. ========================================= The Farmers' Museum Junior Livestock Show Tuesday, July 14, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Iroquois Farm Showgrounds, 1659 County Highway 33 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 73rd Annual Show  Since 1947, The Farmers’ Museum has collaborated with the Cooperative Extension’s 4-H program to produce the Junior Livestock Show, which is the second largest youth competition in New York State.The Junior Livestock Show begins Sunday evening, July 12, at 5 p.m. with a chicken barbecue for the public and show exhibitors. The cost for the barbecue dinner is $10 per person.  At 7:30 p.m., an ice cream social is open to participants and the general public – free of charge.On Monday, July 13 at 9:30 a.m., judging begins for animals and showmanship classes, which test the handler’s ability to present their fit and well-groomed animals in the way that best shows off their conformation. At 5:00 p.m. the New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health leads a discussion on safe spaces on the farm. Prizes are awarded at 6:00 p.m. for the best posters displayed in the visitor tent in the Farm Safety for Kidz Poster Contest.On Tuesday, July 14, judging begins at 9:00 a.m.  At 2:30 p.m., the Grand Champions in the dairy, beef, dairy goat, sheep, and swine divisions will join the winners of the F. Ambrose Clark Livestock Trophy,  The Farmers’ Museum Cup, and The Farmers’ Museum Dairy Goat Cup in a Parade of Champions.Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. For more information about the Junior Livestock Show, contact Meg at 607.547.1452. Exhibitor booklets were sent to all youth enrolled in a livestock project.  If you have not received your booklet by now, contact the 4-H office.  Otsego County Entries are due June 1.Contact Patti Zellmer123 Lake StCooperstown, NY 13326607-547-2536 x225Schoharie County Entries are due May 29Contact Teresa Adell173 S Grand St, Suite 1Cobleskill, NY 12043518-234-4303 x113 Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 12, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 To view the 4-H Camp brochure click here.  Open to all girls & boys ages 8 to 16.  REGISTER NOW FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP FAMILY HANDBOOKIs this your first time attending 4-H Camp Shankitunk? Are you overwhelmed with questions? This handbook may be the answer.  Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= All-America Selections Open House Wednesday, July 22, 2020 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 The Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers will host a Garden Display and Variety Trials Open House at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, 123 Lake Street, in Cooperstown, Monday, July 22, 4 to 7 p.m. This year's theme is "Re-Use, Recycle, Re-Imagine".  Enter the contest with a garden item created from recycled materials or come vote for your favorite entry.  The event is free and open to the public, and will be held rain or shine.Tour the garden and see new plant varieties that had the distinction of being designated as All-America Selections (AAS). These varieties have been chosen for outstanding garden performance by professional horticulturists. Garden tours and advice will be offered about the challenges of gardening in this summer of cool, wet weather.Light refreshments will be served, COME JOIN US! FREE Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 19, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 To view the 4-H Camp brochure click here.  Open to all girls & boys ages 8 to 16.  REGISTER NOW FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP FAMILY HANDBOOKIs this your first time attending 4-H Camp Shankitunk? Are you overwhelmed with questions? This handbook may be the answer.  Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 26, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 To view the 4-H Camp brochure click here.  Open to all girls & boys ages 8 to 16.  REGISTER NOW FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP FAMILY HANDBOOKIs this your first time attending 4-H Camp Shankitunk? Are you overwhelmed with questions? This handbook may be the answer.  Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, August 2, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Rd , Delhi, NY 13753 To view the 4-H Camp brochure click here.  Open to all girls & boys ages 8 to 16.  REGISTER NOW FOR 2020 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP FAMILY HANDBOOKIs this your first time attending 4-H Camp Shankitunk? Are you overwhelmed with questions? This handbook may be the answer.  Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Otsego County Fair - The Six Best Days of Summer Tuesday, August 4, 2020 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is an exciting time for 4-H'ers.  It's a time to show off their prize animal, baked goods, crafts and more.  COME SEE US AT THE FAIR!    NEW DAY-NEW TIMEDairy Exhibitors Meeting – Tuesday, 9 a.m. Livestock Ring Ice Cream Social – Last day, SUNDAY, 9 p.m. Livestock RingMartin Hall Setup Day & Ice Cream Sundaes (compliments of Stewarts)Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Come help make the fair fun! Karen Andela invites you to participate in teamwork and fun, let's set up the tables and paint clovers on the floors! (supplies provided). Bring your own lunch and enjoy ice cream sundaes with us!  Help when you can, go when you must.Ice cream served approximately at 12:45 p.m.4-H Clubs - Fair Beautification.There was a wonderful response to the 4-H Clubs Fair Beautification displays at the Otsego County Fair! We will offer the class in the 2020 4-H Fair Book. Please sign up on the 4-H Martin Hall Entry Form so we know how many locations to reserve.  If you have a preferred location, please include that on the Martin Hall Entry Form.4-H Express LaneTRY out this idea on 4-H Evaluation day, Sunday, August 2nd. Often there are LONG lines at the photography area. This year we will offer the 4-H Express Lane! In this lane you may have ONE photography project evaluated.You may have multiple visits; but, only ONE entry evaluated each time.4-H Fair Schedule at a GlanceJuly 10 - Martin Hall Entries due (Follow this link to see the 4-H Fair Book and to download entry forms)July 11 - Animal Entries, Fair Setup/work dayAugust 2 - Martin Hall Evaluations Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Tuesday, August 11, 2020 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 Come See us at the Schoharie County Sunshine fair where you can celebrate 143 years of Agriculture the Fair Way.While at the fair make sure to stop by Progressland where you can see: The 4-H Exhibits The Master Gardener Exhibit Check with Entry Clerk Office ========================================= Family Farm Day Saturday, August 29, 2020 10:00 am - 5:00 pm YOUR GUIDE TO AN ADVENTUREHello everyone and welcome to Family Farm Day! In the left of this page is the link to the Main Page – your resource to the fifty-five farms participating this year. Feel free to visit as many farms as your schedule permits between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. All farms are listed by county, including corresponding map numbers and page numbers for farm descriptions.Be sure to download the Farm Guide while in regions with stronger signals. GPS coordinates are provided for each farm; road signs will be posted to assist your tour.The Key to Symbols indicates what farms have which features, so you may enjoy the tours, rides, activities, samples, and the opportunity to be close to farm animals where possible. Most importantly, take time to get acquainted with our region’s talented and resourceful farmers.For everyone’s safety, please adhere to Family Farm Day etiquette:Pets are not allowed on participating farms;Please remain in designated areas while on farms. David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Labor Day.  ========================================= Saving Seed Wednesday, September 9, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Master Gardener Presenter TBA Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, September 14, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= The Farmers' Museum Harvest Festival Saturday, September 19, 2020 10:00 am - 5:00 pm The Farmers' Museum, 5775 State Highway 80 , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Celebrate the bounty of the fall season during our 42st annual Harvest Festival. Since 1978, this event has grown to become a regional favorite, bringing together a wide variety of performers, artisans, and vendors. It offers the perfect blend of new attractions and trusted favorites each year. Details coming soon!Don't forget to stop by the Master Gardener Exhibit! Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, September 21, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Fall Symposium Saturday, September 26, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Otsesaga Resort Hotel, 60 Lake St. , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Keynote Speaker: Ken Druse - Celebrated lecturer, award-winning author and photographer; called “the guru of natural gardening” by the New York Times.Concurrent sessions:Pest and Plant Diseases in a Changing Climate: Tony Antes, Federated Garden Club of NYBio-Intensive Gardening: Carla Crim, Ph.D., Horticulture Educator, Master Gardener Program Leader, CCE Delaware Co.New Takes on Container Gardens: Barbara Melera, Horticulturalist, Flora Historian, Proprietor, Harvesting-History Heirloom Seed Co.Plant Propagation and Planting Strategies: Chris Cash, Professor Emeritus of Plant Science, SUNY CobleskillTime TBA Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, September 28, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, October 5, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 12, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Tuesday, October 13, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Forcing Bulbs Wednesday, October 14, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Presented by Susan Jones, Master Gardener Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= Down in the Dirt - Composting and Improving Soil Health Saturday, October 17, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Presented by Carol Phelps, Master GardenerTime and Location TBA ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, October 19, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Raise Your Gardening Ambitions and Save Your Back (with Raised Beds) Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Raise Your Gardening Ambitions and Save Your Back (with Raised Beds) Lauren Anderson, lna23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x111 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, October 26, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, November 2, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, November 9, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= CLOSED for Veteran's Day Wednesday, November 11, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed on Veteran's Day, Monday, November 11, 2019. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Thursday, November 12, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Training Monday, November 16, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street , Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extensions: Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, Schoharie and Otsego Counties Location: First Presbyterian Church               25 Church St.                Cooperstown, NY 13326 Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations in Chenango, Delaware, Herkimer, and Schoharie and Otsego Counties seek residents who have a genuine interest in horticulture and wish to serve as outreach ambassadors in their home counties, sharing information with community members and engaging in community projects. Master Gardeners are trained in the art and science of horticulture, chiefly around the themes of ornamental landscapes and food gardening. The Master Gardener Programs are local, state, and national programs directed by state land-grant institutions—Cornell University for New Yorkers—to enhance the ability of County Cooperative Extension organizations to share knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm with residents through trained volunteers. Training for the program will begin Monday, September 10, and will continue for ten consecutive Mondays through November 16, except Columbus Day week when class will be held Tuesday, October 12. Classes are at the First Presbyterian Church on Church Street in Cooperstown. The cost of the program training is $150. Individuals are invited to apply by Friday, August 18, but some space may be available for late applicants. Apply now to ensure your enrollment in this very popular program. The CCE Master Gardener instructors provide hands-on training for volunteers through a comprehensive series of garden-based topics. In return for this training, volunteers work with CCE educators to provide outreach education and programs to respective county constituents. Many volunteers address home-gardening questions while others participate in community gardening projects, educational workshops, and annual plant sales. For details about the 2020 Master Gardener Volunteer training contact David Cox, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, at 518.234.4303 ext. 119. For an application please use the link provided below. Program Facilitators: CCE Chenango: Alexis Woodcock: 607-334-5841; asw239@cornell.edu CCE Delaware: Carla Crim 607-865-6531; ceh27@cornell.edu CCE Herkimer: Garet Livermore: 315- 866-7920; gdl56@cornell.edu CCE Schoharie & Otsego: David Cox: 518-234-4303 (x119); dgc23@cornell.edu Master Gardener Volunteer Position Description Master Gardener Volunteer Application $150.00 David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 26, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 28 and 29 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 27, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 28 and 29 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Thursday, December 10, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Education Center, 123 Lake Street , Cooperstown, New York 13326 Our Board of Directors meetings are held in alternate months in meeting rooms at the Extension Center in Cobleskill or the Education Center in Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holiday Season! Thursday, December 24, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holiday season on December 24 and 25.   ========================================= CLOSED for the Holiday Season! Friday, December 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holiday season on December 24 and 25.   ========================================= CLOSED for New Years Day Friday, January 1, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of New Years Day ========================================= CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 18, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. national holiday.  Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 ========================================= CLOSED for Presidents' Day Monday, February 15, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed Monday, February 17 in observance of the Presidents' Day federal holiday. Don Smyers, drs269@cornell.edu, Cobleskill 518-234-4303 x116; Cooperstown 607-547-2536 x233 =========================================