4-H Club Reorganization (Otsego) Thursday, August 22, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Education Center (123 Lake Street Cooperstown, New York 13326) 4-H Leaders…MARK the Date! 4-H Club Reorganization Meeting  This is the ONE required meeting for each 4-H Club/Organizational Leader.  At this meeting each    4-H Club will receive their Club packet and updates for the new 4-H year. Thursday, August 22 is the main meeting WITH the bonus of a special door prize and Sundaes.Several leaders asked for an option of having a 4-H Club reorganization meeting at the County Fair on Sunday.  There was a favorable response to this request.  Sunday, August 4, 4 p.m. in Martin Hall I will host the option of an onsite Reorganization meeting at County Fair.This meeting will be limited in prizes and sundaes; but, Leader packets and information will be ready!It is preferable to have the designated Organizational Leader attend this meeting; however, if the Organizational Leader is not available a responsible 4-H Leader or 4-H Parent can attend the meeting with the understanding they will share the information with the Organizational Leader.QUESTIONS?  Contact Patti, 547.2536 ext 225 or psz2@cornell.edu Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= Family Farm Day Saturday, August 24, 2019 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 2, 2019 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.  ========================================= The Great New York State Fair Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:00 am - 10:00 pm The Great New York State Fairgrounds ( 581 State Fair Blvd Syracuse, NY 13209) The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day showcase of agriculture, entertainment, education, and technology.   For questions on Otsego County 4-H exhibits please contact Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu 607-547-2536 x 225For Questions on Schoharie County 4-H Exhibits please contact Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x113 See schedule for pricing. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Wednesday, September 11, 2019 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 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 Dog Program Orientation Sunday, September 15, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Education Center (123 Lake Street Cooperstown, New York 13326) Love Dogs? Have a dog? Don’t have a dog? Come for orientation, sit for some brief instruction, and stay to learn about all the 4-H Dog Program has to offer!  We’ll have training games to show you how to teach your dog, go over some rules and training tips, and go through the year’s schedule. We will also have dogs present to meet and greet as well as demonstrate some of the sports disciplines the 4-H Dog Program has to offer.  Please do not bring your dog to orientation. This 4-H program is open to ALL youth in Otsego County, ages 8-19. Regular classes begin Sunday, September 15th and will run Sundays through November 17 (weather permitting).  For additional information contact Sonja Galley 607-267-2011, galley94@vt.edu. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ========================================= ​AVID - Assessing Vegetation for Impacts from Deer Saturday, September 21, 2019 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 is sponsored by CCE of Schoharie and Otsego Counties and will be led by trainers from CCE of Columbia and Greene Counties.Follow the link to register https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/AVID-Training_243Or contact Tracey Testo at tet35@cornell.edu or call 518-622-9820This workshop is free but space is limited and advance registration is required. FREE David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Wednesday, October 9, 2019 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 ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 14, 2019 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. ========================================= 4-H Agri-Business Career (ABC) Conference Thursday, October 17, 2019 9:00 am - 4:30 pm SUNY Cobleskill (Route 7 Cobleskill, New York 12043) The New York State 4-H Agribusiness Career Conference is held at SUNY Cobleskill and local agri-businesses. This career exploration conference is open to all youth ages 14 and over who wish to become more aware of opportunities with agriculture and also academic requirements for professional positions available in the various agri-business. It will feature mini-tours to farms and operations in the Cobleskill area as well as seminars, guest speakers and guided tours of the SUNY Cobleskill agriculture facilities. Participants and chaperones will be staying at the Super 8 in Cobleskill.  Enclosed is an itinerary for the two days.A participating fee of $95 per person (youth and adult) will include all overnight accommodations and meals. (If a participant wishes to come for just one day, that is acceptable, but the cost of the program is the same.)Note: The full registration fee of  $95 is due September 8th. There will be absolutely no refunds after September 15th due to motel expenses. A $ 50 late fee will be charged per county for registrations received between September 9 and September 15.  Again this year!! We are offering five scholarships for attendees.For more information call the 4-H office Otsego County: 607-547-2536 Ext. 225Schoharie County: 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310Deadline for submission is August 16th. ========================================= Insectapalooza 2019 - Save the Date! Saturday, October 19, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell University (Stocking Hall 411 Tower Rd Ithaca, NY 14853) This year's event will be held at a NEW LOCATION at Cornell University's Stocking Hall (Food Science Building).  Come see the Bizarre, Bad, and Beneficial of the insect world! The annual, one-day insect fair is hosted by the Department of Entomology at Cornell University. Insectapalooza is an interactive, hands-on experience that features hundreds of live insects, spiders, and other fascinating arthropods. Popular favorites include the live Butterfly Room and Arthropod Zoo. Insectapalooza is fun and educational for children, teens, and adults of all ages. The annual Insect Fair reflects the countless wonderful ways that insects interact with people and impact our lives -- for better or for worse. If you wish to become a SPONSOR for Insectapalooza please contact Brian Danforth. Sponsors will be listed on this website, as well as in a brochure given to all attendees. Volunteers, please contact Stephanie Westmiller at st342@cornell.eduVisitor Information How to get to CornellHow to find Stocking Hall: Stocking Hall, Central Campus Map it!Parking areas near Stocking Hall: Parking is available in the Peterson Lot adjacent to Stocking Hall for $1.50 per hour (7:30 AM - 5 PM) or $10 per day. For more information use the contact information for your county below: OTSEGO COUNTY Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu 4-H Program Leader 123 Lake Street Cooperstown, NY 13326 (607) 547-2536 ext. 225  SCHOHARIE COUNTY Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu 4-H Subject Educator 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, NY 12043 (518) 234-4303 ext. 113 $3 per person, children under 3-years old and under are free. ========================================= CLOSED for Veteran's Day Monday, November 11, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed on Veteran's Day, Monday, November 11, 2019. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Wednesday, November 13, 2019 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 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 Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 28, 2019 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 29, 2019 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 - Cobleskill Wednesday, December 11, 2019 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 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holiday Season! Tuesday, December 24, 2019 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! Wednesday, December 25, 2019 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.   ========================================= Offices closed for New Years Wednesday, January 1, 2020 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.   ========================================= CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 20, 2020 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 =========================================