4-H Breeds, Traits, and Toys Workshop - Schoharie County Thursday, April 26, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) This workshop will teach 4-H Youth the different breeds of dogs and how they communicate with us.You will make a dog toy to bring home after!6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2018 CCE Extension CenterRegistration Required by Wednesday 4/25/2018: Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu 518-234-4303, 518-296-8310 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= Regional High School Spring Summit Friday, April 27, 2018 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Cooperstown Farmers' Market (101 Main St. Pioneer Alley Cooperstown, New York 13326) http://www.celebrateorigins.com/yfm ========================================= National 4-H Day of Service Saturday, April 28, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm TRUE LEADERS IN SERVICE  4‑H’ers are passionate about service.  Research shows that youth who participate in 4‑H programs are significantly more likely to make a positive contribution to their communities.In April, 4‑H’ers across the nation will participate as True Leaders in Service in multiple community service projects, culminating in a National 4‑H Day of Service on Saturday, April 28, 2018 ========================================= 4-H Dog Obedience - Orientation Meeting and Temperament Test - Schoharie County Sunday, April 29, 2018 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) NEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’sApril 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs andhandlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu COST $20.00 PER YOUTH Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= 4-H Spring Dog Obedience - Schoharie County Sunday, April 29, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) Orientation Meeting and Temperament TestNEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’s April 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs and handlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu $10.00 per youth Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= New York Annie’s Project Facilitator Training Wednesday, May 2, 2018 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm and Home Center (121 Second Street Oriskany, NY 13424) Become a certified Annie’s Project facilitator! Join our team of NY Annie’s Project educators who are currently hosting programs in education for farm women around the state. Annie’s Project is a Not-for-Profit organization dedicated to providing educational programs designed to strengthen women’s roles in the modern farm enterprise. Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Oneida County is hosting the next facilitator training on Wednesday, May 2, 1-5 p.m., and Thursday, May 3, 8 a.m. to noon, at the CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NY. The required two-day session will provide the educators the tools and resources needed to host Annie’s Project programs in their community. The cost is $65 per person. Click here to register online. For more information or to register, call or email Bonnie Collins at 315.736.3394 (X104), bsc33@cornell.edu, or David Cox 518.234.4303 (X119), dgc23@cornell.edu. Travel and hotel information is available at www.cceoneida.com/agriculture/annies-project. Annie’s Project Facilitator Training is sponsored by Annie’s Project: Education for Farm Women, CCE Oneida County, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Farm Credit East, and CoBANK.Cornell Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities. Accommodations for persons with special needs may be requested by contacting Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County prior to the program. $65.00 per person David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303, ext. 119 ========================================= New York Annie’s Project Facilitator Training Thursday, May 3, 2018 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm and Home Center (121 Second Street Oriskany, NY 13424) Become a certified Annie’s Project facilitator! Join our team of NY Annie’s Project educators who are currently hosting programs in education for farm women around the state. Annie’s Project is a Not-for-Profit organization dedicated to providing educational programs designed to strengthen women’s roles in the modern farm enterprise. Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Oneida County is hosting the next facilitator training on Wednesday, May 2, 1-5 p.m., and Thursday, May 3, 8 a.m. to noon, at the CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NY. The required two-day session will provide the educators the tools and resources needed to host Annie’s Project programs in their community. The cost is $65 per person. Click here to register online. For more information or to register, call or email Bonnie Collins at 315.736.3394 (X104), bsc33@cornell.edu, or David Cox 518.234.4303 (X119), dgc23@cornell.edu. Travel and hotel information is available at www.cceoneida.com/agriculture/annies-project. Annie’s Project Facilitator Training is sponsored by Annie’s Project: Education for Farm Women, CCE Oneida County, CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Farm Credit East, and CoBANK.Cornell Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities. Accommodations for persons with special needs may be requested by contacting Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County prior to the program. $65.00 per person David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303, ext. 119 ========================================= 4-H Grooming and Handling Workshop - Schoharie County Thursday, May 3, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) This workshop will teach you how to groom and care for your dog.Guest Speaker: Lorraine Fancher, LVT and Owner of Pet Tracks Pet Services will be giving a presentation on how to groom a dog.6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 3, 2018 CCE Extension CenterRegistration Required by Wednesday 5/2/2018: Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu 518-234-4303, 518-296-8310 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= Cornell Animal Crackers Saturday, May 5, 2018 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 13.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. ========================================= 4-H Spring Dog Obedience - Schoharie County Sunday, May 6, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) Orientation Meeting and Temperament TestNEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’s April 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs and handlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu $10.00 per youth Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= 4-H Leader Quick Tips - Oneonta Wednesday, May 9, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 31 Maple Street Oneonta, NY 13820 Oneonta Session -This one-hour workshop is designed for 4-H Leaders (and interested parents) to support your 4-H club.Growing 4-H Clubs requires supporting current 4-H Leaders and training new 4-HLeaders.“Quick Tips” series of workshops offered for all 4-H Leaders and interested adults.Get ready to strengthen and GROW your 4-H Club!4-H Quick Tips (QT’s) will be “served” for ONE hour on the second Wednesday and Thursday of the month in Oneonta and Cooperstown.Reservations MUST be made for the evening sessions, and are recommended for the morning sessions.PLEASE share your ideas for future menu choices!Learn about these NEW resources. This one-hour workshop will be offered in the Cooperstown and Oneonta offices on two separate dates. Each date will have a morning and evening session.Wednesday, May 9 (Oneonta) - Noon and 6 p.m.Thursday, May 10 (Cooperstown) - Noon only. Pre-registration is required by calling 607-547-2536 Ext. 225 or email psz2@cornell.edu. Free Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Leader Quick Tips - Oneonta Wednesday, May 9, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 31 Maple Street Oneonta, NY 13820 Oneonta Session -This one-hour workshop is designed for 4-H Leaders (and interested parents) to support your 4-H club.Growing 4-H Clubs requires supporting current 4-H Leaders and training new 4-HLeaders.“Quick Tips” series of workshops offered for all 4-H Leaders and interested adults.Get ready to strengthen and GROW your 4-H Club!4-H Quick Tips (QT’s) will be “served” for ONE hour on the second Wednesday and Thursday of the month in Oneonta and Cooperstown.Reservations MUST be made for the evening sessions, and are recommended for the morning sessions.PLEASE share your ideas for future menu choices!Learn about these NEW resources. This one-hour workshop will be offered in the Cooperstown and Oneonta offices on two separate dates. Each date will have a morning and evening session.Wednesday, May 9 (Oneonta) - Noon and 6 p.m.Thursday, May 10 (Cooperstown) - Noon only. Pre-registration is required by calling 607-547-2536 Ext. 225 or email psz2@cornell.edu. Free Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Leader Quick Tips - Cooperstown Thursday, May 10, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Cooperative Extension Education Center-Otsego (123 Lake Street Cooperstown, New York 13326) Cooperstown Session - This one-hour workshop is designed for 4-H Leaders (and interested parents) to support your 4-H club.Growing 4-H Clubs requires supporting current 4-H Leaders and training new 4-HLeaders.“Quick Tips” series of workshops offered for all 4-H Leaders and interested adults.Get ready to strengthen and GROW your 4-H Club!4-H Quick Tips (QT’s) will be “served” for ONE hour on the second Wednesday and Thursday of the month in Oneonta and Cooperstown.Reservations MUST be made for the evening sessions, and are recommended for the morning sessions.PLEASE share your ideas for future menu choices!Learn about these NEW resources. This one-hour workshop will be offered in the Cooperstown and Oneonta offices on two separate dates. Each date will have a morning and evening session.Wednesday, May 9 (Oneonta) - Noon and 6 p.m.Thursday, May 10 (Cooperstown) - Noon onlyPre-registration is REQUIRED by calling 607-547-2536 Ext. 225 or email psz2@cornell.edu. Free Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Thursdays Thursday, May 10, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Thursday: 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/14. 6/214:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= 4-H Forestry Weekend Friday, May 11, 2018 12:00 am - 12:00 am Camp Shankitunk ( 34570 State Highway 10 Hamden , New York 13782) NYS 4-H Forestry Weekend is May 6 to 8.  Join youth from across the state for a weekend of forestry activities, games, and competitions at 4-H Camp Shankitunk in Delaware County. This three-day event is for youth aged 10 and up (and staff and volunteers) interested in learning more about forests, and to select the NYS team that will go to the 2018 National 4-H Forestry Invitational (Must be 14 to 19-years old for the national event). Forestry weekend activities include:  Tree identificationTree measurementsCompass usageMap readingInsects and diseasesGeocachingNature gamesNight hikes, and more!  Cost is $43 per participants which includes: food, materials, and cabin lodging (a $95 value). SSpace is limited so register today.  Contact your county's 4-H office for registration paperwork.  $43 per participant ========================================= 4-H Spring Dog Obedience - Schoharie County Sunday, May 13, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) Orientation Meeting and Temperament TestNEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’s April 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs and handlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu $10.00 per youth Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= 4-H Fishing Workshop - Schoharie County Sunday, May 13, 2018 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Middleburgh Rod & Gun Club (Middlefort Rd Middleburgh, NY 12122) Learn about parts and types of fishing rods, how to cast, different baits, safety and care of  equipment, along with identifying types of fish.Sunday May 13 1-4pmMiddleburgh Rod & Gun Club Register with the 4-H Office by Friday, May 4thTeresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu518-234-4303, 296-8310 Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= FREE Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Tuesdays Tuesday, May 15, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/194:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Thursdays Thursday, May 17, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Thursday: 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/14. 6/214:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= Lead Renovator Training Thursday, May 17, 2018 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Cooperative Extension Education Center-Otsego (123 Lake Street Cooperstown, New York 13326) Who is this class for?  This class is required for anyone scraping or disturbing paint on a home or residence built before 1978.  This would include all landlords, carpenters, painters, window replacement companies or simply anyone who wants to help prevent or learn more about the hazards of lead and lead-based paint.The class is limited to 8 registrants, so please don't delay! No cost ========================================= 23rd Annual Plant Sale - Saturday, May 19, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) The 23rd annual Extension Spring Plant Sale will be held on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Extension Center in Cobleskill.  We will offer a wonderful variety of perennials, annuals, herbs and vegetables and much more.         David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303, ext. 119 ========================================= 4-H Sheep Clinic Saturday, May 19, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds (469 Mill Street Morris, NY 13808) COME AND HAVE FUN!   Hands-on Fitting & Showmanship  Pre-registration required by May 15, 2018. None Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Gardening Workshop - Schoharie County Saturday, May 19, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) This Workshop will teach you to make a pizza container garden to grow at home.Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. - NoonCCE Extension Center in Cobleskill NY$8.00 Material feePre-registration required by Friday, May 11th $8.00 Material Fee Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= 4-H Horse Riding Evaluation Day Saturday, May 19, 2018 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds (469 Mill Street Morris, NY 13808) Introducing “4-H Riding Evaluation Day” at the Otsego County Fairgrounds!This is to make sure 4-H Horse Program members in need of riding evaluations are given the best opportunity to succeed. This event will focus on 4-H’ers and Cloverbuds completing their evaluations prior to events such as Horse Camp and the Fair.Horse Evaluators are looking to provide opportunities for riders to demonstrate their basic riding abilities and that they can safely ride in specific events (over fences, gymkhana, etc.).4-H’ers will receive a riding evaluation registration packet WITH the 4-H Horse Program Update letter. Again, this event is in place to complete riding evaluations prior to program events.There will be NO riding evaluations offered at Horse Camp and we ask that leaders and parents plan accordingly.Registration deadline for Evaluations is May 5.This event will focus on 4-H’ers and Cloverbuds completing their evaluations prior to events such as Horse Camp and the Fair.There will be NO riding evaluations offered at Horse Camp. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Spring Dog Obedience - Schoharie County Sunday, May 20, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) Orientation Meeting and Temperament TestNEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’s April 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs and handlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu $10.00 per youth Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= 4-H Calf Sale - Otsego County Sunday, May 20, 2018 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds (469 Mill Street Morris, NY 13808) All breeds will be representedOtsego 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 available None Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Capital Days Sunday, May 20, 2018 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. $220 (Late fee after April 22 – April 26 - $15) Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= FREE Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Tuesdays Tuesday, May 22, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/194:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Thursdays Thursday, May 24, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Thursday: 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/14. 6/214:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= Master Gardener Volunteer Spring Plant Sale Saturday, May 26, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cooperative Extension Education Center-Otsego (123 Lake Street Cooperstown, New York 13326) The Master Gardener Volunteers will offer their annual Plant Sale again this year on Saturday, May 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Education Center in Cooperstown.  They will offer a wide variety of plants for your gardens such as perennials, annuals, vegetables, and herbs. Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteer, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 Ext. 228 ========================================= 4-H Spring Dog Obedience - Schoharie County Sunday, May 27, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) Orientation Meeting and Temperament TestNEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’s April 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs and handlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu $10.00 per youth Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 28, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Meorial Day. ========================================= FREE Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Tuesdays Tuesday, May 29, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/194:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Thursdays Thursday, May 31, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Thursday: 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/14. 6/214:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= 4-H Spring Dog Obedience - Schoharie County Sunday, June 3, 2018 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm K-9 Buidling SUNY Cobleskill (114 Rockland Lane Cobleskill, NY 12043) Orientation Meeting and Temperament TestNEW DOG TRAINING 4-H YOUTH MUST ATTENDSunday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. at the SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterDogs must have current rabies vaccinations.Open to Schoharie County 4-H youth ages 5to 18 years with dogs 6 months or older. RETURNING 4-H YOUTHClasses will be held on Sunday’s April 29th to June 3rd, 2018 from 2-3 p.m. SUNY Cobleskill Canine Training CenterThis is a basic obedience program that will teach dogs and handlers tasks for a 4-H Dog ShowCOST $20.00 PER YOUTHChecks payable to CCE of Schoharie & Otsego CountiesPre-registration is required Contact the Schoharie County 4-H OfficeAt 518-234-4303 or 518-296-8310e-mail Teresa Adelltla47@cornell.edu $10.00 per youth Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 113 ========================================= FREE Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Tuesdays Tuesday, June 5, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/194:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= 4-H Horse Camp Friday, June 8, 2018 6:00 pm - 4:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds (469 Mill Street Morris, NY 13808) Join Us for a Fun “Horse” Weekend! Enrolled 4-H Horse Project Members Evaluations, Clinics, and Fun Show.   Guidelines were mailed out to all registered 4-H horse project participants.   Horses must be registered as a project animal.   If you did not receive a packet, contact the 4-H office or click here to download a copy.  Friday 6 p.m. evaluations will be held for those moving up a level or have a new horse. 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 23. $30 covers all clinics - $5 for Pizza on Friday night - $10 tent/camper fee Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= FREE Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Tuesdays Tuesday, June 12, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/194:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= Free Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Thursdays Thursday, June 14, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Thursday: 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/14. 6/214:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= New York State 4-H STEM CAMP Friday, June 15, 2018 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 and the brochure CLICK HERE.Early Registration: by May 1st and receive a FREE T-shirt. $75 Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= FREE Parent and Child Cooking Classes - Tuesdays Tuesday, June 19, 2018 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Expanded Food and Nutrition EducationInterested 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?Join our hands on cooking class at CCE Extension Center for 6 lessons(Children ages 4 and up please)Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/194:30 - 5:30pmFind the answers to these questions and more!Class size is limited so call 518-234-4303 to register or for more information FREE! Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 Ext. 115 ========================================= 12 Steps to Successful Canning Wednesday, June 20, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cobleskill Office (173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 Cobleskill, New York 12043) Food Preservation Specialists, Jan Ryder and Leslie Rigley will be presenting 12 Steps to Successful Canning. Join us for a hands-on workshop that covers Boiling Water Canning for high acid foods and Pressure Canning for low acid foods.  Space is limited. Cost is $35 per person, including all materials and supplies; payable in advance to reserve your space!To register call the Extension Center at 518.234.4303 (x0)/518.296.8310(x0), email schoharie@cornell.edu,or register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/12StepsSuccessfulCann... (payment by paypal is available with the online registration. $35 per person, including asll materials and supplies ========================================= 4-H Career Explorations Tuesday, June 26, 2018 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 is now open. 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 3 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 March, closes June 1, 2018 Program Tracks:  University U: teens entering 8th – 9th grades  Focus for Teens: teens entering 10th – 12th grades $TBD per person (approx $260) - contact your specific county for subsidizes for 4-H members) Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= CLOSED for the 4th of July Holiday Wednesday, July 4, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed for the 4th of July Holiday. ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 1, 2018 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 2018 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= The Junior Livestock Show Sunday, July 8, 2018 5:00 pm - 5:00 pm Iroquois Farm Showgrounds (1659 County Highway 33 Cooperstown, NY 13326) 71st Annual ShowSince 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 8, at 5:00 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 9 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 10, 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.  Entries are due June 1. Admission to the show is free and the public is welcome to attend. Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 8, 2018 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 2018 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 15, 2018 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 2018 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 22, 2018 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 2018 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= 4-H Camp Shankitunk Sunday, July 29, 2018 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 2018 SUMMER CAMP  Available for Fifteen Otsego County 4-H members!    REGISTER FOR RICKY J. PARISIAN CAMPERSHIP Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= Otsego County Fair Tuesday, July 31, 2018 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds (469 Mill Street Morris, NY 13808) COME SEE US AT THE FAIR!  Please take the opportunity to enter your 4-H Exhibits.   Patti Zellmer, psz2@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 ext. 225 ========================================= Family Farm Day Saturday, August 25, 2018 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday, August 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., provides a unique opportunity to discover so much of what our local agriculture has to offer. Thirty-five farms across two counties invite you to discover their brand of farming.More information coming soon! David Cox, dgc23@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303, ext. 119 ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 3, 2018 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.  ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 8, 2018 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 18, 2018 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 Inn at Cobleskill, located at the eastern end of town on the north side of Route 7 (behind Burger King). 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 9th. There will be absolutely no refunds after September 16th due to motel expenses. A $ 50 late fee will be charged per county for registrations received between September 10 and September 16.  Please also provide this ENTIRE PACKET to potential participants with the exception of this first page. We need them to be aware of all expectations.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 17. ========================================= CLOSED for Veteran's Day Monday, November 12, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed on Veteran's Day, Monday, November 12, 2018. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 22, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23, 2018 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 23, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23, 2018 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holiday Season! Monday, December 24, 2018 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! Tuesday, December 25, 2018 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.   =========================================