​Challenges of the Shade Garden Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Albany County (24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186) Shade gardening presents many challenges and many rewards. Join us for a discussion of tips and tools to make your shade garden a delight. We will cover such topics as: soil texture and pH; plants and patterns for different kinds and qualities of light; foliage and bloom options. On-site examples and handouts will include successful plant combinations as well as some basic design suggestions.Make check payable to CCE Albany then mail along with your name, phone number, email address and workshop title. $5.00 registration fee Carole Henry, ch878@cornell.edu, 518-765-3516 ========================================= Strengthening Families Program: For parents/caregivers to attend with youth ages 8-12 Thursday, August 22, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Giffen Memorial Elementary School (274 South Pearl Street Albany, NY 12202) The Strengthening Families Program Spring/Summer 2019 FlyerThe Strengthening Families Program allows parents/caregivers the chance to spend special time with their youth and engage in fun, educational activities and discussion.Topics to expect:Effective parenting strategies,Showing love and setting limits,Managing stress,Dealing with peer pressure and bullying; and,Setting goals and working towards a positive future. The Strengthening Families Program strives to empower families. We celebrate family strengths, improve communication skills, and provide support to both youth and parents/caregivers. Register for the program OR series that works best for you! Dinner/lunch is provided at each workshop, and bus passes are available for transportation assistance. Maria DeLucia-Evans, mkd59@cornell.edu, (518) 765-3559 ========================================= Herb Tasting Saturday, August 24, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm Tivoli Nature Preserve (Livingston Ave & Judson Street Albany, NY 12206) Kimberly Ann Maercklein from EatSmart NY will lead a nutrition class. We will use herbs from the garden and supplemented by EatSmart NY to try on flatbreads which will be provided by EatSmartNY. In addition to the nutrition workshop, participants will be invited to do work in the garden including weeding and turning the compost pile. ========================================= EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training Wednesday, August 28, 2019 7:45 am - 5:00 pm South Schenectady Fire Department (6 Old Mariaville Road Schenectady, NY 12306) EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator. RRP Initial classes are 8 hours and include a light breakfast and lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.New York State code officials successfully completing Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County’s 8 hour EPA RRP Initial training course will receive 8 CEUs. Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-603-4702 ========================================= The Great New York State Fair 2019 Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:00 am - 9:00 pm For fairgoers the Fair's general admission gates open at 7:00 am daily and close at 10:00 pm, except for Labor Day, when the entire grounds close at 9:00 pm. Exhibit buildings are open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm, with the exception of Labor Day when they close at 9:00 pm.Youth who participate in Altamont Fair may be asked to go on to represent Albany County at the New York State Fair. Outstanding projects are chosen to be on display in the Albany County booth of the Youth Building at State Fair. In addition, 4-H members may also compete in the animal shows at State Fair. Barbara Stevens, bes13@cornell.edu, (518) 765-3500 ========================================= Pastured Hog Production for Beginners Thursday, September 5, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Kinderhook Farm (1958 County Road 21 Valatie, NY 12184) Join Cornell Cooperative Extension and Kinderhook Farm to learn the basics of raising hogs on pasture. Kinderhook Farm is an Animal Welfare Approved, diversified livestock operation, raising hogs, sheep, beef, layers, and broilers, all on pasture. Kinderhook Farm’s hogs are often of different breeds, always have access to both wooded and grassy areas outdoors, and are marketed at their on-farm store, through meat shares, and by the whole animal. Register online at https://tinyurl.com/PasturedHogProduction or contact 518-765-3518 or cce-caahp@cornell.edu. Please register by September 2, 2019 for early-bird pricing of $10 per person. All registrations received after this date and walks-ins are $15 per person. Tove Ford, tff24@cornell.edu, 518-765-3518 ========================================= 3rd Annual Family Farm Day Sunday, September 8, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Two Rock Ranch (78 Turner Road Berne, NY 12023) This is a free event/rain or shine Sammie Baker, slb365@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training Thursday, September 12, 2019 7:45 am - 5:00 pm Capital South Campus Center (20 Warren Street Albany, NY 12208) EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator. RRP Initial classes are 8 hours and include a light breakfast and lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.New York State code officials successfully completing Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County’s 8 hour EPA RRP Initial training course will receive 8 CEUs. Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-603-4702 ========================================= ​Fermented Foods Thursday, September 12, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Albany County (24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186) Learn the history and health benefits of fermented foods and how to make some at home, including sauerkraut and fermented dill pickles. We will also discuss methods to make kombucha and kimchi. Participants will take a jar of vegetables home to ferment. Call or e-mail Karen to pre-register at 518-765-3552 or kem18@cornell.edu. Cost is $15 and payable to CCE Albany by 9/10. Karen Roberts Mort, kem18@cornell.edu, 518-765-3552 ========================================= EPA Certified RRP Refresher Training Friday, September 13, 2019 7:45 am - 12:00 pm Capital South Campus Center (20 Warren Street Albany, NY 12208) 5 years after taking the RRP Initial class, an EPA certified renovator must successfully complete an EPA RRP Refresher course to continue working. RRP Refresher classes are 4 hours. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-603-4702 ========================================= CDPHP Block Party Saturday, September 14, 2019 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 160 Sheridan Avenue Albany, NY 12210 Come join Siobhan A’Hearn and Jillian Ludwig from Eat Smart New York as they provide education on healthier lunches and reducing sugary snacks. This event will showcase over 50 agencies and organizations, and include healthy food, giveaways, and activities for all ages. April Rodd, ajr326@cornell.edu, 518-765-3555 ========================================= Story Harvest Festival Saturday, September 21, 2019 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Freedom Square ( 101 Street Troy, NY 12180) Story Harvest is a celebration of art and food from seed to table! The Sanctuary for Independent Media’s 8th annual outdoor fall festival cultivates community through art, food, stories, and music. The occasion recognizes the journey of a growing community network dedicated to sustainability. Kimberly Ann Maercklein from Eat Smart New York will be there to provide lessons, games to encourage healthy eating choices, and food samples.This event will be held at Freedom Square (101 Street where 6th Avenue becomes 5th Avenue Troy, NY 12180) April Rodd, ajr326@cornell.edu, 518-765-3555 ========================================= Upper Madison Street Fair Sunday, September 22, 2019 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm South Allen and West Lawrence Streets Albany, NY 12208 Upper Madison Street Fair will be alive with a variety of vendors featuring local arts & crafts, food, dancing & drumming, a silent auction, used book sale and activities for the kids, such as art making, yoga, face painting, chess and more! Kim Maercklein from Eat Smart New York will be there to provide games for children to encourage increased physical activity and help reduce screen time.This event will be held at the Western end of Madison Avenue between S. Allen and W. Lawrence Streets April Rodd, ajr326@cornell.edu, 518-765-3555 ========================================= EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training Tuesday, September 24, 2019 7:45 am - 5:00 pm SUNY Career and Counseling Center (433 State Street, Room 238 Schenectady, NY 12305) EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator. RRP Initial classes are 8 hours and include a light breakfast and lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.New York State code officials successfully completing Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County’s 8 hour EPA RRP Initial training course will receive 8 CEUs. Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-603-4702 ========================================= Delaware Community Farmers’ Market Tuesday, September 24, 2019 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Albany Public Library (​331 Delaware Avenue Albany, NY 12209) Please join Eat Smart New York nutrition educator, Kim Maercklein, as she utilizes seasonal vegetables from the farmers’ market to create a nutritious and appetizing dish. The Delaware Community Farmers' Market offers local fresh picked fruits, veggies, herbs, eggs, jams, baked goods, and more. April Rodd, ajr326@cornell.edu, 518-765-3555 ========================================= EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training Thursday, September 26, 2019 7:45 am - 5:00 pm East Greenbush Fire Hall (68 Phillips Road Rensselaer, NY 12144) EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Initial Training—The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing and child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained and certified as a renovator. RRP Initial classes are 8 hours and include a light breakfast and lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.New York State code officials successfully completing Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County’s 8 hour EPA RRP Initial training course will receive 8 CEUs. Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-603-4702 =========================================