What's for Lunch Wednesday, September 29, 2021 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Join our nutrition educator, Kimberly, for a 6-week series of classes to learn about both the "why" of eating healthy and the "how". One hour a week includes a nutrition lesson and time for a cook-along dish.In each class you can choose to cook alone and prepare something for lunch that day. Each recipe will be easy to prepare using typical kitchen tools and affordable ingredients. The main recipe for each week will be shared in advance and recipes generally make 4-6 servings. Companion recipes will also be sent. Please note that the companion recipes may NOT be part of the cook-along.The classes are free for all participants, but you need to provide the ingredients and kitchen. All ages welcome, children to seniors. Reliable wi-fi connection is recommended.**Please note: there is no class October 6** Kimberly Ferstler, kmf239@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x120 ========================================= What's for Dinner Wednesday, September 29, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Join our nutrition educator, Kimberly, for a 6-week series of classes to learn about both the "why" of eating healthy and the "how". One hour a week includes a nutrition lesson and time for a cook-along dish.COOK-ALONG + NUTRITION LESSON:Prepare easy recipes using typical kitchen tools and affordable ingredients. Have something healthy and delicious ready to eat at the end of the hour. RECIPES + COMPANION RECIPES:The recipe for each week will be shared in advance so you'll have plenty of time to purchase ingredients. The recipes generally make 4-6 servings.HOW MUCH?The classes are free, supportive, fun and interactive. You provide the ingredients and kitchen. ALL AGES WELCOME!Reliable wi-fi connection is recommended.**Please note: there is no class October 6** Kimberly Ferstler, kmf239@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x120 ========================================= Planting and Growing Garlic Wednesday, September 29, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Join Jessica Holmes, Agriculture and Horticulture Educator on September 29th at 6:30pm for a class on planting and growing garlic. Most people use garlic in their cooking at home, so why not grow it? Topics will include learning how to plant, how to maintain, grow and harvest garlic. This will be a hybrid meeting with the choice of in person or zoom. Jessica Holmes, jmh452@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= Budget Bites Thursday, September 30, 2021 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Join Nutrition Educator Michelle Leveski for a series of 6-8 weekly cooking lessons, in person or virtually! Virtual Dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 30, October 7, 14 at 4:30 p.m.In Person Dates: August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, October 6, 13 at 4:30 p.m.Learn budget-friendly recipes and receive a $40 certificate for the Shoe Department upon completion. Stipend for certificate awarded by Bassett 5210 Initiative. If interested please contact Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115This fun, interactive series is FREE to income-eligible families. We also offer individual lessons!EFNEP is a free nutrition education program for families with children. Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= National 4-H Week Sunday, October 3, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= National 4-H Week Monday, October 4, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= National 4-H Week Tuesday, October 5, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= Budget Bites Wednesday, October 6, 2021 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Join Nutrition Educator Michelle Leveski for a series of 6-8 weekly cooking lessons, in person or virtually! Virtual Dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 30, October 7, 14 at 4:30 p.m.In Person Dates: August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, October 6, 13 at 4:30 p.m.Learn budget-friendly recipes and receive a $40 certificate for the Shoe Department upon completion. Stipend for certificate awarded by Bassett 5210 Initiative. If interested please contact Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115This fun, interactive series is FREE to income-eligible families. We also offer individual lessons!EFNEP is a free nutrition education program for families with children. Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= National 4-H Week Wednesday, October 6, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= Budget Bites Thursday, October 7, 2021 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Join Nutrition Educator Michelle Leveski for a series of 6-8 weekly cooking lessons, in person or virtually! Virtual Dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 30, October 7, 14 at 4:30 p.m.In Person Dates: August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, October 6, 13 at 4:30 p.m.Learn budget-friendly recipes and receive a $40 certificate for the Shoe Department upon completion. Stipend for certificate awarded by Bassett 5210 Initiative. If interested please contact Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115This fun, interactive series is FREE to income-eligible families. We also offer individual lessons!EFNEP is a free nutrition education program for families with children. Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= National 4-H Week Thursday, October 7, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= National 4-H Week Friday, October 8, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= National 4-H Week Saturday, October 9, 2021 12:00 am - 11:45 pm Sunday, October 3 through Saturday, October 9, 2021Take advantage of this important week to recognize the remarkable 4-H youth in our communities and showcase the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people.   ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 11, 2021 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. ========================================= What's for Lunch Wednesday, October 13, 2021 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Join our nutrition educator, Kimberly, for a 6-week series of classes to learn about both the "why" of eating healthy and the "how". One hour a week includes a nutrition lesson and time for a cook-along dish.In each class you can choose to cook alone and prepare something for lunch that day. Each recipe will be easy to prepare using typical kitchen tools and affordable ingredients. The main recipe for each week will be shared in advance and recipes generally make 4-6 servings. Companion recipes will also be sent. Please note that the companion recipes may NOT be part of the cook-along.The classes are free for all participants, but you need to provide the ingredients and kitchen. All ages welcome, children to seniors. Reliable wi-fi connection is recommended.**Please note: there is no class October 6** Kimberly Ferstler, kmf239@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x120 ========================================= What's for Dinner Wednesday, October 13, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Join our nutrition educator, Kimberly, for a 6-week series of classes to learn about both the "why" of eating healthy and the "how". One hour a week includes a nutrition lesson and time for a cook-along dish.COOK-ALONG + NUTRITION LESSON:Prepare easy recipes using typical kitchen tools and affordable ingredients. Have something healthy and delicious ready to eat at the end of the hour. RECIPES + COMPANION RECIPES:The recipe for each week will be shared in advance so you'll have plenty of time to purchase ingredients. The recipes generally make 4-6 servings.HOW MUCH?The classes are free, supportive, fun and interactive. You provide the ingredients and kitchen. ALL AGES WELCOME!Reliable wi-fi connection is recommended.**Please note: there is no class October 6** Kimberly Ferstler, kmf239@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x120 ========================================= Budget Bites Thursday, October 14, 2021 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Join Nutrition Educator Michelle Leveski for a series of 6-8 weekly cooking lessons, in person or virtually! Virtual Dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 30, October 7, 14 at 4:30 p.m.In Person Dates: August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, October 6, 13 at 4:30 p.m.Learn budget-friendly recipes and receive a $40 certificate for the Shoe Department upon completion. Stipend for certificate awarded by Bassett 5210 Initiative. If interested please contact Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115This fun, interactive series is FREE to income-eligible families. We also offer individual lessons!EFNEP is a free nutrition education program for families with children. Michelle Leveski, mml39@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x115 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cooperstown Thursday, October 14, 2021 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. Meetings are open to the public. If interested in attending, please check with the office at 518-234-4303 (Cobleskill) or 607-547-2536 (Cooperstown) to confirm the day and location of the meeting. ========================================= Tractor Supply 4-H Paper Clover Campaign Wednesday, October 6, 2021 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 campaign dates are October 6 through October 17, 2021. 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 2021 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 877-718-6750Partner 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. ========================================= Beginner Backyard Chickens Tuesday, October 19, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Are you thinking about getting your own chickens at home? Join Jessica Holmes, Agriculture and Horticulture Educator on Tuesday, October 19th at 6:30pm to learn about different types of chickens, benefits of having them, and rules and regulations in your town. This will be a hybrid meeting with the choice of in person or zoom. Jessica Holmes, jmh452@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x119 ========================================= What's for Lunch Wednesday, October 20, 2021 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Join our nutrition educator, Kimberly, for a 6-week series of classes to learn about both the "why" of eating healthy and the "how". One hour a week includes a nutrition lesson and time for a cook-along dish.In each class you can choose to cook alone and prepare something for lunch that day. Each recipe will be easy to prepare using typical kitchen tools and affordable ingredients. The main recipe for each week will be shared in advance and recipes generally make 4-6 servings. Companion recipes will also be sent. Please note that the companion recipes may NOT be part of the cook-along.The classes are free for all participants, but you need to provide the ingredients and kitchen. All ages welcome, children to seniors. Reliable wi-fi connection is recommended.**Please note: there is no class October 6** Kimberly Ferstler, kmf239@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x120 ========================================= What's for Dinner Wednesday, October 20, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Join our nutrition educator, Kimberly, for a 6-week series of classes to learn about both the "why" of eating healthy and the "how". One hour a week includes a nutrition lesson and time for a cook-along dish.COOK-ALONG + NUTRITION LESSON:Prepare easy recipes using typical kitchen tools and affordable ingredients. Have something healthy and delicious ready to eat at the end of the hour. RECIPES + COMPANION RECIPES:The recipe for each week will be shared in advance so you'll have plenty of time to purchase ingredients. The recipes generally make 4-6 servings.HOW MUCH?The classes are free, supportive, fun and interactive. You provide the ingredients and kitchen. ALL AGES WELCOME!Reliable wi-fi connection is recommended.**Please note: there is no class October 6** Kimberly Ferstler, kmf239@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 x120 ========================================= CLOSED for Veteran's Day Thursday, November 11, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed on Veteran's Day, Monday, November 11, 2019. ========================================= 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting Thursday, November 18, 2021 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm *Time To Be Determined*You are invited to attend our virtual Annual Meeting and Dinner. Generally held in person in October, but held last year online in November, it typically includes a reception followed by dinner, plus a keynote speaker and updates from the program staff. If interested in attending, please check with the office at 518-234-4303 to confirm the day and location of the meeting.Our Mission Cornell Cooperative Extension puts knowledge to work in pursuit of economic vitality, ecological sustainability and social well-being. We bring local experience and research based solutions together, helping New York State families and communities thrive in our rapidly changing world. *Time To Be Determined* ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 25, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 25 and 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 26, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 25 and 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= Christmas Tree Varieties Thursday, December 2, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Extension Center, 173 South Grand Street, Suite 1 , Cobleskill, New York 12043 Have you ever stepped on a tree farm and been overwhelmed by the varieties of Christmas tree types and not sure what would be best for your own? Join Jessica Holmes, Agriculture and Horticulture Educator on Thursday, December 2nd at 6:30pm to learn about different types of evergreen trees, needle retention, scent, and more. There will be cuttings of different trees to see and feel in person. This will be a hybrid meeting with the choice of in person or zoom. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting - Cobleskill Thursday, December 9, 2021 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 the Education Center in Cooperstown and begin at 6:30 p.m. except where noted. Meetings are open to the public. If interested in attending, please check with the office at 518-234-4303 (Cobleskill) or 607-547-2536 (Cooperstown) to confirm the day and location of the meeting. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holiday Season! Thursday, December 23, 2021 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 23 and 24.   ========================================= CLOSED for the Holiday Season! Friday, December 24, 2021 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 23 and 24.   ========================================= CLOSED for New Years Day Friday, December 31, 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 =========================================