Otsego County Fair 2024 Tuesday, July 30, 2024 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is Back for the 2024 Season!  The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. Opening day will be an Agricultural day -- no midway, with $1 admission.Tickets for opening night's grandstand event, East Coast Pro Wrestlers, will be half-price -- only $5. On Wednesday, the midway opens at 2 p.m., with a pay one price wristband until the fair closes. The pay-one-price midway wristband will be available every day from 2 p.m. to close, at $25 each. Once again this year, parking will be free all week.  Visit https://www.otsegocountyfair.org/ for more information. State FairAugust 21 - September 2, 2024https://nysfairgrounds.ny.gov/ Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Otsego County Fair 2024 Wednesday, July 31, 2024 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is Back for the 2024 Season!  The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. Opening day will be an Agricultural day -- no midway, with $1 admission.Tickets for opening night's grandstand event, East Coast Pro Wrestlers, will be half-price -- only $5. On Wednesday, the midway opens at 2 p.m., with a pay one price wristband until the fair closes. The pay-one-price midway wristband will be available every day from 2 p.m. to close, at $25 each. Once again this year, parking will be free all week.  Visit https://www.otsegocountyfair.org/ for more information. State FairAugust 21 - September 2, 2024https://nysfairgrounds.ny.gov/ Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Otsego County Fair 2024 Thursday, August 1, 2024 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is Back for the 2024 Season!  The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. Opening day will be an Agricultural day -- no midway, with $1 admission.Tickets for opening night's grandstand event, East Coast Pro Wrestlers, will be half-price -- only $5. On Wednesday, the midway opens at 2 p.m., with a pay one price wristband until the fair closes. The pay-one-price midway wristband will be available every day from 2 p.m. to close, at $25 each. Once again this year, parking will be free all week.  Visit https://www.otsegocountyfair.org/ for more information. State FairAugust 21 - September 2, 2024https://nysfairgrounds.ny.gov/ Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Otsego County Fair 2024 Friday, August 2, 2024 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is Back for the 2024 Season!  The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. Opening day will be an Agricultural day -- no midway, with $1 admission.Tickets for opening night's grandstand event, East Coast Pro Wrestlers, will be half-price -- only $5. On Wednesday, the midway opens at 2 p.m., with a pay one price wristband until the fair closes. The pay-one-price midway wristband will be available every day from 2 p.m. to close, at $25 each. Once again this year, parking will be free all week.  Visit https://www.otsegocountyfair.org/ for more information. State FairAugust 21 - September 2, 2024https://nysfairgrounds.ny.gov/ Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Auction Saturday, August 3, 2024 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 COME to the 8th Otsego County 4-H Livestock Auction! The 4-H program is very happy to be working side by side with the Fair board on this event. Mark your calendar!  The 4-H Livestock Auction is Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 3 p.m. at the Otsego County Fairgrounds.We are pleased with the 4-H participation and quality of animals for the 2024 Livestock Auction 4-H members are required to pre-register their bidders.We have an excellent group of animals for the 4-H Livestock Auction. The committee anticipates 4-H auction animals in the following species: beef, swine, sheep, goats, rabbits, and turkeys.  Support for this 4-H program and 4-H youth is greatly appreciated.  None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Otsego County Fair 2024 Saturday, August 3, 2024 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is Back for the 2024 Season!  The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. Opening day will be an Agricultural day -- no midway, with $1 admission.Tickets for opening night's grandstand event, East Coast Pro Wrestlers, will be half-price -- only $5. On Wednesday, the midway opens at 2 p.m., with a pay one price wristband until the fair closes. The pay-one-price midway wristband will be available every day from 2 p.m. to close, at $25 each. Once again this year, parking will be free all week.  Visit https://www.otsegocountyfair.org/ for more information. State FairAugust 21 - September 2, 2024https://nysfairgrounds.ny.gov/ Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Otsego County Fair 2024 Sunday, August 4, 2024 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Otsego County Fairgrounds, 469 Mill Street , Morris, NY 13808 The Otsego County Fair is Back for the 2024 Season!  The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. Opening day will be an Agricultural day -- no midway, with $1 admission.Tickets for opening night's grandstand event, East Coast Pro Wrestlers, will be half-price -- only $5. On Wednesday, the midway opens at 2 p.m., with a pay one price wristband until the fair closes. The pay-one-price midway wristband will be available every day from 2 p.m. to close, at $25 each. Once again this year, parking will be free all week.  Visit https://www.otsegocountyfair.org/ for more information. State FairAugust 21 - September 2, 2024https://nysfairgrounds.ny.gov/ Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Tuesday, August 6, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 It's Miles of Smiles at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair!August 6 - 11, 2024113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043Phone: 518-234-2123Fax: 518-234-8322E-Mail: Info@sunshinefair.orgWebsite: www.sunshinefair.orgDirections from New York Area to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway North to exit 25A, which is I-88.Take I-88 to exit 22 (the first Cobleskill exit).Turn left after the ramp and turn right onto County Road 1 (Mineral Springs Road).Turn right onto Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the right look for the Fair Parking.Directions from the West to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway East to the Canajoharie exit and then get on Route 10.Follow it South, turn right on to North Grand Street and it will bring you directly into the village of Cobleskill.At the red light in the center of the village, go straight across Main Street to South Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the left after you go under a railroad underpass.Directions from Binghamton, NY to Cobleskill, NYFollow I-88 East to exit 21 (it is also marked for SUNY, Cobleskill)Bear to the left to Route 7.Turn right and follow Route 7 to County Route 1(Mineral Springs Road) go to Grand Street turn left and Fairgrounds is on the right. ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Wednesday, August 7, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 It's Miles of Smiles at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair!August 6 - 11, 2024113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043Phone: 518-234-2123Fax: 518-234-8322E-Mail: Info@sunshinefair.orgWebsite: www.sunshinefair.orgDirections from New York Area to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway North to exit 25A, which is I-88.Take I-88 to exit 22 (the first Cobleskill exit).Turn left after the ramp and turn right onto County Road 1 (Mineral Springs Road).Turn right onto Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the right look for the Fair Parking.Directions from the West to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway East to the Canajoharie exit and then get on Route 10.Follow it South, turn right on to North Grand Street and it will bring you directly into the village of Cobleskill.At the red light in the center of the village, go straight across Main Street to South Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the left after you go under a railroad underpass.Directions from Binghamton, NY to Cobleskill, NYFollow I-88 East to exit 21 (it is also marked for SUNY, Cobleskill)Bear to the left to Route 7.Turn right and follow Route 7 to County Route 1(Mineral Springs Road) go to Grand Street turn left and Fairgrounds is on the right. ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Thursday, August 8, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 It's Miles of Smiles at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair!August 6 - 11, 2024113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043Phone: 518-234-2123Fax: 518-234-8322E-Mail: Info@sunshinefair.orgWebsite: www.sunshinefair.orgDirections from New York Area to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway North to exit 25A, which is I-88.Take I-88 to exit 22 (the first Cobleskill exit).Turn left after the ramp and turn right onto County Road 1 (Mineral Springs Road).Turn right onto Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the right look for the Fair Parking.Directions from the West to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway East to the Canajoharie exit and then get on Route 10.Follow it South, turn right on to North Grand Street and it will bring you directly into the village of Cobleskill.At the red light in the center of the village, go straight across Main Street to South Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the left after you go under a railroad underpass.Directions from Binghamton, NY to Cobleskill, NYFollow I-88 East to exit 21 (it is also marked for SUNY, Cobleskill)Bear to the left to Route 7.Turn right and follow Route 7 to County Route 1(Mineral Springs Road) go to Grand Street turn left and Fairgrounds is on the right. ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Friday, August 9, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 It's Miles of Smiles at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair!August 6 - 11, 2024113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043Phone: 518-234-2123Fax: 518-234-8322E-Mail: Info@sunshinefair.orgWebsite: www.sunshinefair.orgDirections from New York Area to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway North to exit 25A, which is I-88.Take I-88 to exit 22 (the first Cobleskill exit).Turn left after the ramp and turn right onto County Road 1 (Mineral Springs Road).Turn right onto Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the right look for the Fair Parking.Directions from the West to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway East to the Canajoharie exit and then get on Route 10.Follow it South, turn right on to North Grand Street and it will bring you directly into the village of Cobleskill.At the red light in the center of the village, go straight across Main Street to South Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the left after you go under a railroad underpass.Directions from Binghamton, NY to Cobleskill, NYFollow I-88 East to exit 21 (it is also marked for SUNY, Cobleskill)Bear to the left to Route 7.Turn right and follow Route 7 to County Route 1(Mineral Springs Road) go to Grand Street turn left and Fairgrounds is on the right. ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 It's Miles of Smiles at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair!August 6 - 11, 2024113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043Phone: 518-234-2123Fax: 518-234-8322E-Mail: Info@sunshinefair.orgWebsite: www.sunshinefair.orgDirections from New York Area to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway North to exit 25A, which is I-88.Take I-88 to exit 22 (the first Cobleskill exit).Turn left after the ramp and turn right onto County Road 1 (Mineral Springs Road).Turn right onto Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the right look for the Fair Parking.Directions from the West to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway East to the Canajoharie exit and then get on Route 10.Follow it South, turn right on to North Grand Street and it will bring you directly into the village of Cobleskill.At the red light in the center of the village, go straight across Main Street to South Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the left after you go under a railroad underpass.Directions from Binghamton, NY to Cobleskill, NYFollow I-88 East to exit 21 (it is also marked for SUNY, Cobleskill)Bear to the left to Route 7.Turn right and follow Route 7 to County Route 1(Mineral Springs Road) go to Grand Street turn left and Fairgrounds is on the right. ========================================= Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Sunday, August 11, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am Schoharie County Fairgrounds, South Grand St. , Cobleskill, NY 12043 It's Miles of Smiles at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair!August 6 - 11, 2024113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043Phone: 518-234-2123Fax: 518-234-8322E-Mail: Info@sunshinefair.orgWebsite: www.sunshinefair.orgDirections from New York Area to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway North to exit 25A, which is I-88.Take I-88 to exit 22 (the first Cobleskill exit).Turn left after the ramp and turn right onto County Road 1 (Mineral Springs Road).Turn right onto Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the right look for the Fair Parking.Directions from the West to Cobleskill, NYTake New York Thruway East to the Canajoharie exit and then get on Route 10.Follow it South, turn right on to North Grand Street and it will bring you directly into the village of Cobleskill.At the red light in the center of the village, go straight across Main Street to South Grand Street and Fairgrounds is on the left after you go under a railroad underpass.Directions from Binghamton, NY to Cobleskill, NYFollow I-88 East to exit 21 (it is also marked for SUNY, Cobleskill)Bear to the left to Route 7.Turn right and follow Route 7 to County Route 1(Mineral Springs Road) go to Grand Street turn left and Fairgrounds is on the right. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, August 13, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Wednesday, August 21, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= CCE Evening Programs in the Garden Thursday, August 22, 2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties is excited to announce a series of gardening programs at its new learning and demonstration garden in Cooperstown. The demonstration garden is designed to educate the community in horticulture. It’s open to the public and free to use for self-guided tours or join us for one of our evening programs this summer.Mark your calendars! A series of programs will be held from June to September featuring different gardening themes and topics. Master Gardener Volunteers and professionals will be on-site to lead discussions and answer gardening questions. With the exception of the “Herbs” Program (where the presentation will be focused on herbs for the entirety of the program), feel free to drop in with your gardening questions and learn about the different topics.June 27 (4-6 p.m.) Container GardeningJuly 18 (4-5:15 p.m.) All About HerbsJuly 25 (4-6 p.m.) All-American Selections Demonstration Garden Open HouseAugust 22 (4-6 p.m.) Cornell Vegetable Varieties Garden Trial and Eastern European VegetablesSeptember 26 (4-6 p.m.) Harvesting and Cover Crops Pre-registration is not required. Please visit www.cceschoharie-otsego.org or by calling 607-547-2536 ext. 235 to register.  Free Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Thursday, August 22, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Friday, August 23, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= Family Farm Day 2024 Saturday, August 24, 2024 10:00 am - 5:00 pm We will celebrate our 12th Annual Family Farm Day (FFD) on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., which will include on-farm, open house events at farms throughout Schoharie, Otsego, and Delaware Counties. Check back soon for more information! Free Nicole Thompson, neh57@cornell.edu, 518-234-4303 ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Saturday, August 24, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Sunday, August 25, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Monday, August 26, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Tuesday, August 27, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Wednesday, August 28, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Thursday, August 29, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Friday, August 30, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Saturday, August 31, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2024 Sunday, September 1, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2024 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 2024 Monday, September 2, 2024 9:00 am - 9:00 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.This year, the 2024 New York State Fair kicks off on Wednesday, August 21 and continues until Labor Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. Today, the New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the USA, an end-of-summer extravaganza that typically runs for twelve days, starting sometime late in August and ending on Labor Day.The New York State Fair's hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day, except for Labor Day, when it'll close at 9 p.m. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, September 24, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY ========================================= CCE Evening Programs in the Garden Thursday, September 26, 2024 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties is excited to announce a series of gardening programs at its new learning and demonstration garden in Cooperstown. The demonstration garden is designed to educate the community in horticulture. It’s open to the public and free to use for self-guided tours or join us for one of our evening programs this summer.Mark your calendars! A series of programs will be held from June to September featuring different gardening themes and topics. Master Gardener Volunteers and professionals will be on-site to lead discussions and answer gardening questions. With the exception of the “Herbs” Program (where the presentation will be focused on herbs for the entirety of the program), feel free to drop in with your gardening questions and learn about the different topics.June 27 (4-6 p.m.) Container GardeningJuly 18 (4-5:15 p.m.) All About HerbsJuly 25 (4-6 p.m.) All-American Selections Demonstration Garden Open HouseAugust 22 (4-6 p.m.) Cornell Vegetable Varieties Garden Trial and Eastern European VegetablesSeptember 26 (4-6 p.m.) Harvesting and Cover Crops Pre-registration is not required. Please visit www.cceschoharie-otsego.org or by calling 607-547-2536 ext. 235 to register.  Free Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, October 8, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans' Day Monday, November 11, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Veterans' Day. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, November 26, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Our Board of Directors meetings are held simultaneously in the meeting rooms at both the Extension Center in Cobleskill and the Education Center in Cooperstown. They are then joined together via the Zoom link below, which guest are welcome to use as well. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. except if announced otherwise. Meetings are open to the public. 173 S Grand St, Cobleskill, NY   ~   123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 28, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 29, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= 2024 Agritourism Monthly Webinar Series Tuesday, December 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event This series is free and meets on the second Tuesday of every month from Noon - 1PM. You can register for one or more of the webinars. Register here. 1/9 - Agritourism for Maple Syrup Operations2/13 - Grants for Agritourism Operations3/12 - Staffing Your Agritourism Operation4/9 - Working with Your Local Tourism Office5/14 - Overview of Agritourism Business Plan in AgPlan6/11 - How To's: Livestock Operations (not a petting zoo)7/9 - Urban Agritourism8/13 - TBD9/10 - Handling Difficult Customers10/8 - Creating Value-Added Items/Experiences11/12 - Implementing Outdoor Recreation on the Farm12/10 - Agritourism AccessibilityWebinar Series made possible from USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program None Registration: https://cnydfc.cce.cornell.edu/event.php?id=2296 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Tuesday, December 24, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, December 25, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, January 1, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed for the holidays on December 24th and 25th.  Our offices will also be closed on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. ========================================= CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 20, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties , 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 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. ========================================= CLOSED for Presidents' Day Monday, February 17, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day. ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 26, 2025 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. =========================================