National Seed Swap Day 2025 Saturday, January 25, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am Schoharie Master Gardener Volunteers will be at the Middleburgh Library from 10 to 11 a.m. (323 Main St, Middleburgh) Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers will be at the Oneonta Farmers' Market from 9:00 a.m. to Noon (at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center)The National Seed Swap Day is designated as the last Saturday in January. The mission is to conserve and promote crop diversity in local communities through a planned event at which neighbors gather to exchange seeds and chat about plans for the upcoming season.Let’s Swap! Celebrate National Seed Swap Day with the Master Gardener Volunteers from CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties on January 25, 2025.  This is the perfect time of year to start thinking about spring and honoring this great tradition of swapping seeds with neighbors. Master Gardener Volunteers will be in two locations with FREE seeds generously donated by several local businesses.  Participation is FREE, and you do not have to donate seeds to benefit but are encouraged (not required) to bring seeds to swap. No registration is necessary, just show up at either of these two locations. Otsego  County 9:00 a.m. to Noon  Oneonta Farmers' Market (Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center)  Schoharie County 10 to 11 a.m. Middleburgh Library (323 Main St, Middleburgh) In addition to the seed swap, Master Gardener Volunteers will be on hand with gardening demonstrations and will be available to answer gardening questions.  For more information email either the Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers at  mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu or the Schoharie Master Gardener Volunteers at schoharie@cornell.edu or call the CCE Office in Otsego County at 607-547-2536 x235 or the CCE Office in Schoharie County at 518-234-4303 x124. See you at the Swap! FREE Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= 4-H Cooking Clinic - Otsego County Saturday, January 25, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Outreach Office, 31 Maple Street , Oneonta, NY 13820 An introduction to 4-H youth on the types of supplies needed for cake decoration and developing skills to make icing.  This hands-on clinic covers kitchen and food safety, basic food preparation and nutrition. Our Menu for the day:DECORATING CAKES & CUPCAKESPreregistration is required by January 17th by contacting Teresa Adell, 4-H Educator.  $5 per person to cover materials Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= National Seed Swap Day 2025 Saturday, January 25, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Schoharie Master Gardener Volunteers will be at the Middleburgh Library from 10 to 11 a.m. (323 Main St, Middleburgh) Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers will be at the Oneonta Farmers' Market from 9:00 a.m. to Noon (at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center)The National Seed Swap Day is designated as the last Saturday in January. The mission is to conserve and promote crop diversity in local communities through a planned event at which neighbors gather to exchange seeds and chat about plans for the upcoming season.Let’s Swap! Celebrate National Seed Swap Day with the Master Gardener Volunteers from CCE Schoharie and Otsego Counties on January 25, 2025.  This is the perfect time of year to start thinking about spring and honoring this great tradition of swapping seeds with neighbors. Master Gardener Volunteers will be in two locations with FREE seeds generously donated by several local businesses.  Participation is FREE, and you do not have to donate seeds to benefit but are encouraged (not required) to bring seeds to swap. No registration is necessary, just show up at either of these two locations. Otsego  County 9:00 a.m. to Noon  Oneonta Farmers' Market (Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center)  Schoharie County 10 to 11 a.m. Middleburgh Library (323 Main St, Middleburgh) In addition to the seed swap, Master Gardener Volunteers will be on hand with gardening demonstrations and will be available to answer gardening questions.  For more information email either the Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers at  mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu or the Schoharie Master Gardener Volunteers at schoharie@cornell.edu or call the CCE Office in Otsego County at 607-547-2536 x235 or the CCE Office in Schoharie County at 518-234-4303 x124. See you at the Swap! FREE Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= 4-H Otsego Earn-an-Animal Program 2025 Applications Available Monday, January 27, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The 4-H Earn-an-Animal program allows Otsego County youth ages 8-18 (as of January 1, 2025) to earn funding towards a project animal to raise and show as their own. This program requires dedication from the youth member and support from their guardians. Youth accepted to the program will not only learn how to care for their animal, but will also experience the process of researching, selecting, and purchasing an animal. Through the 4-H Earn-an-Animal program, 4-H youth will further develop their planning, time management, organization, and record-keeping skills. Animal species in the 4-H Earn-an-Animal Program include traditional beef and dairy calves, dairy and meat goats, poultry, swine, sheep, and rabbits. All Otsego County youth, ages 8 to 18 (as of January 1, 2025), are encouraged to apply for a 4-H Earn-an-Animal. Youth must complete an application, be interviewed, and formally agree to the project requirements. The grant funds are awarded after the project is successfully completed. Applications are due February 1.For more information contact the 4-H office at 607.547.2536 x225 or 607.433.2521. None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= Blind Industry White Wine Tasting Workshop Tuesday, January 28, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Tousey Winery, 1774 US-9 , Germantown, NY 12526 This event is a blind wine tasting for ENY grape industry members to get feedback from fellow growers and Cornell Enologists on unfinished white wines (hybrid, vinifera, etc.). We respectfully request that only professional winemakers or commercial vineyard owners attend, as space is limited. Limit two wines per winery/vineyard.Note for participants: This workshop is designed to provide constructive feedback on unfinished wines and suggestions on what to do with the wine if anything. Some feedback may be challenging to receive. However, all feedback will be asked to be constructive and provide possible solutions. Non-constructive or disrespectful input will not be tolerated, and participants who do so will be asked to leave. The objective of this workshop is to be critical of the wines, not the people, to improve the wines of the region.Registration is required and ends on January 14th. Learn more and register here!Hosted by the Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Free ========================================= NYS 4-H Horse Judging Clinic Saturday, February 1, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Alfred University, Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center 1 Saxon Drive, Alfred, NY 14802 SAVE THE DATE!  Registration deadline will be January 15th.  This year it will be hosted and sponsored at Alfred University at their Broomley-Daggett Equestrian Center.  Lunch is provided for youth and the cost is FREE. None ========================================= 4-H International Night (Otsego County) Sunday, February 2, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Southside Mall Community Room, 5006 State Highway 23 , Oneonta, NY 13820 4-H clubs will pick a country that they are interested in and learn about the food (bring samples to share), customs, clothing, and share with the audience.May include:Games, flags, musical instruments, posters, art, pictures, sing a song, demonstrate a dance, wear country's national costume or share some learned language, also history and geography.Participants are invited to “travel” to the different countries by visiting the local 4-H club tables, earning punches to a passport, for a prize!Pre-registration is required. Contact Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 or 607-433-2521. Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= NYS 4-H Virtual Dairy Bowl Practices Thursday, February 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Join youth from across the state on Thursdays in January and February from 7 - 8 p.m. and participate in virtual dairy bowl practices.  Hosted by the New York State 4-H Dairy Committee.This program is free and will be held via Zoom. None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= 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. ========================================= 2025 Eastern New York Fruit and Vegetable Conference Wednesday, February 19, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Crowne Plaza Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, 660 Albany Shaker Rd , Albany, NY 12211 This year will feature speakers and presentations on tree fruit, grape, small fruit, and vegetable crops as well as a great trade show with over 60 agricultural-related companies. NYS DEC Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits will be applied for and available. Conference and session schedule, and registration, to follow.A PSA FSMA food safety training will also take place on February 18 - more information and registration to follow.Mark your calendars - Hope to see you there! ========================================= 2025 Eastern New York Fruit and Vegetable Conference Thursday, February 20, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Crowne Plaza Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, 660 Albany Shaker Rd , Albany, NY 12211 This year will feature speakers and presentations on tree fruit, grape, small fruit, and vegetable crops as well as a great trade show with over 60 agricultural-related companies. NYS DEC Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits will be applied for and available. Conference and session schedule, and registration, to follow.A PSA FSMA food safety training will also take place on February 18 - more information and registration to follow.Mark your calendars - Hope to see you there! ========================================= NYS 4-H Virtual Dairy Bowl Practices Thursday, February 20, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Join youth from across the state on Thursdays in January and February from 7 - 8 p.m. and participate in virtual dairy bowl practices.  Hosted by the New York State 4-H Dairy Committee.This program is free and will be held via Zoom. None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Clinic (Otsego County) Saturday, February 22, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Outreach Office, 31 Maple Street , Oneonta, NY 13820 4-H It's SEW much FUN!  4-H youth will learn:  the parts of a machine basic sewing skillsbasic tools safety rules how to use a pattern  Make a project to take home.  Beginner sewers will make a hot dish holder. Intermediate sewers will make a drawstring bag.The deadline for registration is February 14.  Contact 4-H Educator, Teresa Adell. $8 per person to cover the cost of materials. Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= NYS 4-H Virtual Dairy Bowl Practices Thursday, February 27, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Join youth from across the state on Thursdays in January and February from 7 - 8 p.m. and participate in virtual dairy bowl practices.  Hosted by the New York State 4-H Dairy Committee.This program is free and will be held via Zoom. None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations (Otsego County) Saturday, March 1, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Public Presentations in Otsego County is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation. For youth aged 5 to 19.In Otsego County Saturday, March 1st, from 9 a.m. - Noon at Morris Central School.Registration must be made with your 4-H Club leader by February 21st. Independent 4-H members must register with Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 or 607-433-2521.Once registered you will be given a scheduled time.District Presentations - date to be determined, Broome County.State Presentations will be held on Saturday, TBD, Cornell University. None Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= March Dog Madness 2025 Saturday, March 8, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Cornell University, 507 Tower Rd Frank B. Morrison Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853 The NYS 4-H Dog Advisory along with State 4-H Animal Science staff are excited to bring back March Dog Madness.  This year's event will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost of this year's workshop is $25 which includes lunch and materials.The target audience for March Dog Madness is 4-H Teens, Volunteers, and Educators interested in the 4-H Dog Program. For more information please visit https://bit.ly/4h66OakAll participants must register with their local 4-H Youth Development Educator through their local county Cornell Cooperative Extension Office. County 4-H educators or staff must register participants by Friday, February 28th. An email confirmation will be sent to the CCE staff member's email address. If you are not a CCE staff member and you register for this program your registration will not be accepted.For more information about the March Dog Madness 2025 Program, contact your local county Cornell Cooperative Extension Office or Brian Aukema at bja14@cornell.edu.Don't delay, start planning for your trip soon! It's going to be a PAWSitively a great day! Contributed by Dana Palmer Cornell Department of Animal Science. ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, March 25, 2025 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 ========================================= Schoharie Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale 2025 Saturday, May 3, 2025 8:00 am - 2:00 pm SUNY Cobleskill, Schoharie Pkwy N , Cobleskill, NY 12043 Master Gardener Volunteers are Growing For You! Every spring, gardeners are counting down the minutes until they can get their hands in some dirt. The Master Gardener Volunteers (MGV) have already started growing for their upcoming plant sales. In Schoharie County, it will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in conjunction with SUNY Cobleskill located on Route 7 in Cobleskill.MGVs have chosen a nice variety of perennials (they come back every year) to add to your gardens. Want something easy to care for in full sun? Try Black Eyed Susie. We have “Rudbeckia Deami”, which is a typical yellow blossom with a dark center. This particular variety was chosen not just because it is drought tolerant and the deer & rabbits tend to avoid it, but also strongly disease resistant. Have you heard of Tiarella?  It is commonly called Foam Flower and does great in shade. The graceful, pale pink blossoms of the variety “Angel Wings” are on upright stalks and can bloom in springtime and again in the fall. It is also deer resistant as well as attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.These and several other plants will be available for purchase. These are not the typical varieties that you find in the big box stores. Come see the unique plants we’ve chosen that will grow in your garden!The MGV plant sale is a fun annual event that raises money to promote garden-based programs and outreach in Schoharie and Otsego Counties. This important funding will allow CCE to host low-cost programs on gardening for children and adults, and maintain demonstration gardens at both CCE facilities.For more information on the annual plant sale, call 518-234-4303 ext.124 or email mkf48@cornell.edu. Marcie Foster, mkf48@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x235 ~ 518-234-4303 x124 ========================================= NYS 4-H Animal Crackers Saturday, May 3, 2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, Judd Falls Road , Ithaca, NY 14853 All Creatures Great and SmallThe 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.Each year an opening presentation kicks off the event with a welcoming statement or remarks related to the annual theme. Livestock production and companion animal themes are offered every year, Dairy topics in odd years, and Horse topics in even years. A noon-time demonstration and closing program is also typically featured.Workshop presenters and topics are selected by a planning committee that looks at trends and current issues. Youth input on topics is also solicited through statewide advisory committees and educator feedback.Examples of some of the fun things participants have experienced in the past: The holey cow, dog first aid basics, goat milk soap, wool felting, poop soup, chicken anatomy, farrier tools, and more!Time: 8:30 am - 9:00 am - Check-in will be in the main lobby of Frank B. Morrison Hall. Program starts promptly at 9 am.Location: CALS Animal Science, 507 Tower Rd., Frank B. Morrison Hall, Ithaca, NY, 14853.Parking: Parking is free on Saturdays in the large lot adjacent to the south end of Morrison Hall (“O” lot) or in the Peterson lot at the corner of Judd Falls and Tower Roads across the street from the Dairy Bar. If participants are in need of handicap parking, please notify the event coordinators when registering prior to the event.For more details visit https://cals.cornell.edu/nys-4-h-animal-science-p...Registration: Participants must register with their local 4-H office, deadline is April 24, 2025. The cost of $25 per youth and $15 per adult/chaperone ========================================= State Teen Action Representative Retreat (STAR) Friday, May 2, 2025 5:30 pm - 1:30 pm Camp Shankitunk, 34570 State Highway 10 , Hamden , New York 13782 STAR (State Teen Action Retreat) is a premiere youth voice opportunity, open to youth ages 13-19, modeled after the National 4-H Conference. We invite 4-H teen leaders to apply to serve as a planning team member, they select an adult partner and serve to plan the STAR event. STAR is a fun-filled weekend that helps to invigorate 4-H programming across NYS and showcases positive youth development, experiential learning, agriculture, sustainable food systems, STEM, and civic engagement workshops. Roundtables are modeled after the 4-H pillars and help youth to do a deep dive in the topics outside of the hands-on workshops. We also have a community service, keynote speaker, dinner/dance, and ice cream social.STAR 2025 registration will open on Monday, March 10, 2025, and will close out on Friday, April 11, 2025.The fee to attend STAR is $125. After registration closes, we will assess a cancellation fee of $62.50 if cancellations come in after April 25, 2025, but substitutions are welcome.Contact your county's 4-H Educator to register $125 per person. Registration fee covers lodging and meals. ========================================= Otsego Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale 2025 Saturday, May 17, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 The Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers will offer their annual Plant Sale again this year on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Education Center in Cooperstown. Rain or shine, the Otsego Master Gardener Volunteers (OMGV) of Cornell Cooperative Extension will hold their annual plant sale on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, 123 Lake Street in Cooperstown. “The selections at the OMGV Plant Sale were chosen with local gardeners in mind.” Explained MGV Kim L”Heureux. “We drew upon research from the Cornell Vegetable and Flower Trials, and the All-America Selections Trials (AAS) to grow a wide array of highly-rated plants that will be most successful in our area. Many are deer-resistant and/or disease-resistant, and feature varieties we have grown and loved ourselves.” A wide variety of vegetables, annual flowers, herbs, and perennials known to grow well in Otsego County will be featured at reasonable prices. Choosing plant varieties not frequently found in local retail establishments, Master Gardener volunteers cultivated from seed, heirloom, and blight-resistant tomatoes, deer-resistant and pollinator-attracting plants, and a few unusual varieties they love in their gardens. All plants sold have been planted in sterile potting media. To avoid the spread of jumping worms, Master Gardener Volunteers will not be digging perennials from their gardens.Cornell-trained Master Gardener Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about planting, nurturing, and harvesting, and to assist in plant selections. Preparing for the sale: Please note that there will be no pre-sale options and the plant sale will open promptly at 9 a.m. (no early birds). While CCESO is very proud of its new parking area, we anticipate parking to be limited for this one-day sale. Customers are encouraged to walk in or take the trolley ($5 for the day).  If you take the trolley, when boarding, please tell the driver that you plan on getting off at Cornell Cooperative Extension at 123 Lake St, across from the golf course. Cash or checks are preferred, although credit cards and PayPal are accepted. For more information and continuing updates follow the webpage cceschoharie-otsego.org. Gardeners may also leave a voicemail message at 607-547-2536 ext. 235 for questions. Plant sale proceeds support the outreach and educational efforts of the Master Gardener Volunteer Program of Otsego County. Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteers, mastergardener-otsego@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x228 ========================================= NYS 4-H Capital Days Sunday, May 18, 2025 9:00 am - 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. To achieve a better understanding of the New York State policy process.To gain a better understanding of state and local government connections.To provide delegates the ability to meet with legislators and tell their 4-H stories.To create an awareness of career opportunities within the New York State Government.To meet and exchange experiences with delegates from other counties.Join us in person in our state capital, Albany, as we get acquainted with our state government and    connect with other teens from across the state!   Visit the Assembly and Senate Chambers, tour the Capitol building and learn all about its history, visit the NYS Court of Appeals. Choose an agency you can interact with that you would like to know more about: Department of Ag & Markets, Department of Corrections, Department of Health, Department of Education, and Department of Environmental Conservation. Then schedule a visit with your Assemblyperson and Senator and tell your 4-H story. Add in live games and the chance to win prizes! Contact the 4-H office to register and for all forms.  Know Your Elected Officials Form NYS Government Quiz Cost TBD ========================================= 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. ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, May 27, 2025 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 ========================================= 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Series Thursday, June 5, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 The 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Workshop series provides youth with an opportunity to plan, plant, care, and eat from their garden. This will be a four-session series of informational hands-on workshops taught by Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteers.Pre-registration is required.  The deadline is May 30, 2025. $25 to cover materials Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Series Thursday, June 12, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 The 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Workshop series provides youth with an opportunity to plan, plant, care, and eat from their garden. This will be a four-session series of informational hands-on workshops taught by Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteers.Pre-registration is required.  The deadline is May 30, 2025. $25 to cover materials Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= CLOSED for Juneteenth Thursday, June 19, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for Independence Day Friday, July 4, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schoharie and Otsego Counties will be closed in observance of Independence Day. ========================================= 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Series Thursday, July 10, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 The 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Workshop series provides youth with an opportunity to plan, plant, care, and eat from their garden. This will be a four-session series of informational hands-on workshops taught by Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteers.Pre-registration is required.  The deadline is May 30, 2025. $25 to cover materials Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Series Thursday, July 17, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, Education Center 123 Lake St, Cooperstown, NY 13326 The 4-H Together We Grow & Eat Gardening Workshop series provides youth with an opportunity to plan, plant, care, and eat from their garden. This will be a four-session series of informational hands-on workshops taught by Otsego County Master Gardener Volunteers.Pre-registration is required.  The deadline is May 30, 2025. $25 to cover materials Teresa Adell, tla47@cornell.edu, 607-547-2536 x225 ~ 607-433-2521 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, July 22, 2025 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 Labor Day Monday, September 1, 2025 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.  ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, September 23, 2025 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 Columbus Day Monday, October 13, 2025 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 Tuesday, November 11, 2025 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. ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Tuesday, November 25, 2025 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 27, 2025 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 28, 2025 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 Holidays! Wednesday, December 24, 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 Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Thursday, December 25, 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 Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Wednesday, December 31, 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 Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays! Thursday, January 1, 2026 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 Eve and New Year's Day, December 31st and January 1, 2026. =========================================