EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training via Zoom Thursday, August 13, 2020 8:00 am - 2:30 pm NEW!!! Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County is now offering FREE real-time online EPA Certified Renovator trainings via Zoom.Course hands-on activities and test must still be done in person within 30 days of completion of online lecture. Registration for this is required. August 2020 Lead Training Schedule Flyer Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-528-0627 ========================================= Personal Financial Education: Create a Plan, Take Action, Move Forward Thursday, August 13, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Hosted by the Bethlehem Public Library via Zoom. Advanced registration is required.Managing finances during the current COVID-19 pandemic can be stressful. Whether you are concerned about paying bills, paying off debt, income fluctuations or job security, it is important to create a plan, take action and move forward. This program led by a Cornell Cooperative Extension Educator will provide personal financial education to help empower your actions in assessing your financial situation, setting goals, creating a working budget, and managing potential income loss.Register here: bit.ly/2ZKsq5YPlease note, you must enter your email address in the registration form. This enables the library to send you the invitation with access to the Zoom meeting. ========================================= Food Preservation Educational Series via Zoom: Pressure Canning Vegetables, Meats & Soups Friday, August 14, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Register for one or all of these FREE classes taught by Diane Whitten, CCE Nutrition Educator and Cornell Certified Master Food Preserver. For additional information contact Diane at dwhitten@cornell.eduFriday, August 14, 11 am, Pressure Canning Vegetables, Meats & Soups:Learn the procedures for safely canning low-acid foods, such as vegetables, meats, and soups in a pressure canner. This class will include a discussion of dial gauge vs. weighted gauge pressure canners and how to use them. Link to Registration - Pressure CanningIf you’ve never used Zoom before, learn the basics of joining a Zoom meeting at this site.Upcoming classes:Friday, September 11, 11 am, Canning Salsa & Tomatoes: Learn how to can whole and diced tomatoes, plus make salsa. This class will cover the basics of canning in a boiling water bath or steam canner, including equipment needed.Friday, September 25, 11 am, Dehydrating Fruits & Vegetables: Learn tips and techniques for getting quality dehydrated fruits & vegetables. This class will include a discussion of types of dehydrators.Friday, October 16, 11 am, Making Meat Jerky: Learn how to safely make your own jerky in an oven or food dehydrator. This class will include the three methods of making a safe jerky, options for marinating, plus testing for doneness. ========================================= EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training via Zoom Tuesday, August 18, 2020 8:00 am - 2:30 pm NEW!!! Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County is now offering FREE real-time online EPA Certified Renovator trainings via Zoom.Course hands-on activities and test must still be done in person within 30 days of completion of online lecture. Registration for this is required. August 2020 Lead Training Schedule Flyer Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-528-0627 ========================================= Preserving the Bounty Wednesday, August 19, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm During these days of bountiful harvest, we often ask ourselves – what am I going to do with all of these zucchini, tomatoes or corn, since we cannot possibly eat it all while it is fresh? Learn safe food preservation techniques such as dehydration, freezing, canning, and fermenting, using the proper tools and packaging from Karen Roberts Mort of Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County. You'll also get tips on ways to prepare, cook and serve vegetables in quick, delicious and healthy ways. This online meeting will be held over Zoom. Please be sure to provide an email address when registering. You will receive an email invitation the day before the event.Register here ========================================= Stretching Your Food Dollar (via Zoom) Thursday, August 20, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Spend less on food without sacrificing taste or nutrition. Plan ahead and shop smarter! Great resources, websites and planning tools. This program will be virtual and be presented by Karen Roberts Mort from Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County. Please register for this event to be sent the virtual link for the program.Questions?  Contact: Tracey Pause 518-765-2791 or tracey.pause@voorpl.org Register here ========================================= Online Tour of Ardent Flour Mill, Port of Albany Tuesday, August 25, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm The same tour will be available in two sessions, from 12:30 – 1:00 PM and from 7:00 – 7:30 PMFree of charge, but registration is required.For info and questions, contact Aaron Gabriel, adg12@cornell.edu, 518-380-1496Ardent Mills is the largest flour mill east of the Mississippi. They would like to source New York wheat. This is an opportunity to learn about the mill. The meeting will include:Video tour of Ardent MillIntroduction to the Food Safety Modernization ActWheat Quality TestingWheat Grading Standard ========================================= Online Tour of Ardent Flour Mill, Port of Albany Tuesday, August 25, 2020 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm The same tour will be available in two sessions, from 12:30 – 1:00 PM and from 7:00 – 7:30 PMFree of charge, but registration is required.For info and questions, contact Aaron Gabriel, adg12@cornell.edu, 518-380-1496Ardent Mills is the largest flour mill east of the Mississippi. They would like to source New York wheat. This is an opportunity to learn about the mill. The meeting will include:Video tour of Ardent MillIntroduction to the Food Safety Modernization ActWheat Quality TestingWheat Grading Standard ========================================= EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) Training via Zoom Thursday, August 27, 2020 8:00 am - 2:30 pm NEW!!! Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County is now offering FREE real-time online EPA Certified Renovator trainings via Zoom.Course hands-on activities and test must still be done in person within 30 days of completion of online lecture. Registration for this is required. August 2020 Lead Training Schedule Flyer Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-528-0627 ========================================= Food Preservation Educational Series via Zoom: Canning Salsa & Tomatoes Friday, September 11, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Register for one or all of these FREE classes taught by Diane Whitten, CCE Nutrition Educator and Cornell Certified Master Food Preserver. For additional information contact Diane atdwhitten@cornell.eduFriday, September 11, 11 am, Canning Salsa & Tomatoes: Learn how to can whole and diced tomatoes, plus make salsa. This class will cover the basics of canning in a boiling water bath or steam canner, including equipment needed.Link to Registration - Canning Salsa & TomatoesIf you’ve never used Zoom before, learn the basics of joining a Zoom meeting at this site.Upcoming classes:Friday, September 25, 11 am, Dehydrating Fruits & Vegetables: Learn tips and techniques for getting quality dehydrated fruits & vegetables. This class will include a discussion of types of dehydrators.Friday, October 16, 11 am, Making Meat Jerky: Learn how to safely make your own jerky in an oven or food dehydrator. This class will include the three methods of making a safe jerky, options for marinating, plus testing for doneness. ========================================= Food Preservation Educational Series via Zoom: Dehydrating Fruits & Vegetables Friday, September 25, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Register for one or all of these FREE classes taught by Diane Whitten, CCE Nutrition Educator and Cornell Certified Master Food Preserver. For additional information contact Diane atdwhitten@cornell.eduFriday, September 25, 11 am, Dehydrating Fruits & Vegetables: Learn tips and techniques for getting quality dehydrated fruits & vegetables. This class will include a discussion of types of dehydrators.Link to Registration - Dehydrating Fruits & VegetablesIf you’ve never used Zoom before, learn the basics of joining a Zoom meeting at this site.Upcoming class:Friday, October 16, 11 am, Making Meat Jerky: Learn how to safely make your own jerky in an oven or food dehydrator. This class will include the three methods of making a safe jerky, options for marinating, plus testing for doneness. ========================================= Food Preservation Educational Series via Zoom: Making Meat Jerky Friday, October 16, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Class taught by Diane Whitten, CCE Nutrition Educator and Cornell Certified Master Food Preserver. For additional information contact her at:dwhitten@cornell.eduFriday, October 16, 11 am, Making Meat Jerky: Learn how to safely make your own jerky in an oven or food dehydrator. This class will include the three methods of making a safe jerky, options for marinating, plus testing for doneness.Link to Registration - Making Meat JerkyIf you’ve never used Zoom before, learn the basics of joining a Zoom meeting at this site. =========================================