FREE EPA Lead Trainings 
Tuesday, July  8, 2025
7:45 am - 5:00 pm

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP
I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJuly 1, 2025  *CANCELLED*Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180July 8, 2025The Riverfront Center
1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010July 11, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)July 22, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304July 31, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP
R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJuly 17, 2025The
Riverfront Center1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER
Online:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/mai...Fax: 518-765-2490ORContact:
Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.edu
Nick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.edu
Caroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu




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FREE EPA Lead Trainings 
Friday, July 11, 2025
7:45 am - 5:00 pm

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP
I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJuly 1, 2025  *CANCELLED*Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180July 8, 2025The Riverfront Center
1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010July 11, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)July 22, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304July 31, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP
R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJuly 17, 2025The
Riverfront Center1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER
Online:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/mai...Fax: 518-765-2490ORContact:
Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.edu
Nick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.edu
Caroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu




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Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)
Monday, July 14, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Fun hands-on activitiesAnimals—Art—Environment—Healthy Snacks—STEMCost: $75.00/week | Limited to 20 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Fun hands-on activitiesAnimals—Art—Environment—Healthy Snacks—STEMCost: $75.00/week | Limited to 20 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Fun hands-on activitiesAnimals—Art—Environment—Healthy Snacks—STEMCost: $75.00/week | Limited to 20 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)
Thursday, July 17, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Fun hands-on activitiesAnimals—Art—Environment—Healthy Snacks—STEMCost: $75.00/week | Limited to 20 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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FREE EPA Lead Trainings 
Thursday, July 17, 2025
7:45 am - 12:00 pm

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP
I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJuly 1, 2025  *CANCELLED*Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180July 8, 2025The Riverfront Center
1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010July 11, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)July 22, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304July 31, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP
R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJuly 17, 2025The
Riverfront Center1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER
Online:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/mai...Fax: 518-765-2490ORContact:
Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.edu
Nick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.edu
Caroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu




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Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)
Friday, July 18, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Fun hands-on activitiesAnimals—Art—Environment—Healthy Snacks—STEMCost: $75.00/week | Limited to 20 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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*Free* Virtual Cooking Class: Plant Forward Diets
Friday, July 18, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online Event
This cooking presentation,
in partnership with MVP, will teach you more about cooking meals centered on
plants, without sacrificing taste.For more information and registration, please visit:  https://www.mvphealthcare.com/about/events/living...




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2025 Northeast Luminary Tour
Friday, July 18, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Hawthorne Valley Farm, 327 County Route 21C , Ghent, NY 12075
Dale Strickler and Dr. Elizabeth Heilman are coming to New York!Come to one, some, or all! Each workshop will be unique and focus on 
topics relevant to the host farm. The Luminary Tour series is designed 
for farmers, service providers, and those interested in 
agriculture. Discover innovative approaches to regenerative agriculture 
and holistic land management.Register TodayQuestions? Contact: Rachel Moody | ram72@cornell.eduAdditional dates & locations:July 12th- Wolfe’s Neck Center (Freeport, Maine) (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-northeast-luminary-tour-at-wolfes-neck-center-tickets-1388453504809?aff=oddtdtcreator)
July 14th- Vermont State University (Randolph, VT) (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-northeast-luminary-tour-at-vermont-state-university-randolph-campus-tickets-1388480585809?aff=oddtdtcreator)
July 15th- Shelburne Farms (Shelburne, VT) (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/regenerative-wisdom-dale-strickler-and-dr-elizabeth-heilman-tickets-1392609896689?aff=oddtdtcreator)




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Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Monday, July 21, 2025
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*(includes daily trips to local farms)Visit a different farm each dayMeet farmers and learn how they take care of their animalsSee cattle (both dairy and beef), sheep, goats, horses and llamas/alpacas!Cost: $75.00/week | Limited to 12 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Flyer | Registration




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Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*(includes daily trips to local farms)Visit a different farm each dayMeet farmers and learn how they take care of their animalsSee cattle (both dairy and beef), sheep, goats, horses and llamas/alpacas!Cost: $75.00/week | Limited to 12 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Flyer | Registration




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FREE EPA Lead Trainings 
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
7:45 am - 5:00 pm

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP
I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJuly 1, 2025  *CANCELLED*Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180July 8, 2025The Riverfront Center
1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010July 11, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)July 22, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304July 31, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP
R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJuly 17, 2025The
Riverfront Center1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER
Online:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/mai...Fax: 518-765-2490ORContact:
Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.edu
Nick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.edu
Caroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu




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Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*(includes daily trips to local farms)Visit a different farm each dayMeet farmers and learn how they take care of their animalsSee cattle (both dairy and beef), sheep, goats, horses and llamas/alpacas!Cost: $75.00/week | Limited to 12 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Flyer | Registration




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​Get ready for the Altamont Fair! 
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Join the 4-H Livestock Club on *July 23rd* from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension Voorheesville to learn how to get your chickens and rabbits ready for the Altamont Fair! You will learn how to properly show chickens and rabbits through live animal demonstrations. Even if you’re not showing these animals, it’s always good to learn about them in case you compete at the 4-H Master Showman level. 4-H members who participate in this event at the Fair will need to show a chicken, rabbit, dairy cow, beef cow, dairy goat, and a sheep. It’s very exciting!  Please contact Amanda at ajt247@cornell.edu | 518-765-3519 to let us know if you plan on attending the 23rd workshop.




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Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard
of Directors | 2025
Meeting DatesMay
21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly
23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember
17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember
20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Special
Annual Meeting - Luncheon)December
10, 2025 | 6:00 pm




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Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Thursday, July 24, 2025
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*(includes daily trips to local farms)Visit a different farm each dayMeet farmers and learn how they take care of their animalsSee cattle (both dairy and beef), sheep, goats, horses and llamas/alpacas!Cost: $75.00/week | Limited to 12 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Flyer | Registration




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Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Friday, July 25, 2025
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*(includes daily trips to local farms)Visit a different farm each dayMeet farmers and learn how they take care of their animalsSee cattle (both dairy and beef), sheep, goats, horses and llamas/alpacas!Cost: $75.00/week | Limited to 12 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by July 1stFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Flyer | Registration




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*Free* Equine Digestive Tract Presentation
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Join Mackenzie Chauncey, Kent Nutrition Group, as she demonstrates her “Gut Bucket” equine digestive system. During this presentation, you will learn about the nutrient requirements of your horse and Mackenzie will answer your questions regarding equine feeds.This is a free event, however, registration with Amanda at: ajt247@cornell.edu | 518-765-3519 is required by July 28th.




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Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Register with Karen or
online (see links below)  518-618-5595 | kem18@cornell.eduDehydration &
Freezing | May 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 7:30 pm | $10.00Discover the advantages and disadvantages of
these two food preservation methods and how to improve the quality of the foods
we preserve in these ways.  We will also explore the best storage
materials and methods and the up-to-date food science behind them.  We
will introduce different types of dehydrators and demonstrate techniques to get
the best results when freezing or drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and/or meats.
 Demonstrations of making fruit leather and jerky and sampling will take
place during this hands-on class. Class size is limited. Register by May 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/dehydrateandfreezeJammin’ | June 24,
2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Making jam or jelly seems to be everyone’s favorite food preservation activity. But,
it is not necessarily easy! Come learn
the magic behind making sweet preserves and the basics of boiling water canning
and steam canning. I will also
demonstrate how to make freezer jam. We will use USDA tested and approved
techniques and recipes. Take home a jar! Class size is limited. Register by
June 23rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/JamorjellyQuick Pickles | July 30, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00These tart, crispy condiments are a perfect
addition to your sandwich plate, lunch box, appetizer platter or charcuterie
board!Learn how easy it is to make two
classics – bread and butter pickles and dilly beans using the boiling water and
steam canning process.Take home a
jar.Class size is limited. Register by
July 28th. Register: https://tinyurl.com/quick-picklesPressure Canning Low
Acid Foods | August 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00The demonstration will include how to safely
pressure can low-acid foods like beans and most vegetables.  You will also
get hands-on experience using both a dial gauge and weighted gauge canner.
Bring your dial pressure gauge or lid to be tested if you wish.  Class
size is limited.Register by August 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/low-acid-foodsTomatoes 101 | August 27, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will learn to can the highly popular pantry
staples - crushed tomatoes and salsa, using the Boiling Water and Steam
canners.Just when local gardens will be
overflowing with this summer favorite! Take home a jar. Class size is limited.Register by August 25th.Register: https://tinyurl.com/Toms101Preserving Apples | September 9, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Preserve apples by canning slices or apple
sauce using the boiling water canner, freezing pie filling and
dehydrating.Take home a jar.Class size is limited. Register by September 8th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-ApplesPressure Canning Soups
and Meats | October 8, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Learn how to safely can these low acid foods
using either a dial gauge or weighted gauge canner.We will delve into the science behind the
USDA approved methods.Also learn how
to dehydrate meat jerky. Bring your pressure gauges to be checked if you
wish!Class size is limited. Register by
October 6th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Canning-Soups-and-MeatsPreserving Cranberries | November 5, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will make several different products
including cranberry wine jelly, cranberry salsa and/or a chutney—just in time
for the holiday season! Class size is limited. Register by November 3rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-Cranberries




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FREE EPA Lead Trainings 
Thursday, July 31, 2025
7:45 am - 5:00 pm

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP
I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJuly 1, 2025  *CANCELLED*Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180July 8, 2025The Riverfront Center
1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010July 11, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)July 22, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304July 31, 2025Albany Community Development Agency
200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP
R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJuly 17, 2025The
Riverfront Center1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER
Online:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/mai...Fax: 518-765-2490ORContact:
Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.edu
Nick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.edu
Caroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu




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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Friday, August  1, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

An informal discussion group dealing with the 
challenges of living with diabetes. Join us monthly via Zoom:  https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Karen Roberts Mort, kem18@cornell.edu, office 518-765-3552 | cell 518-618-5595


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Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025
Thursday, August  7, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Register with Karen or
online (see links below)  518-618-5595 | kem18@cornell.eduDehydration &
Freezing | May 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 7:30 pm | $10.00Discover the advantages and disadvantages of
these two food preservation methods and how to improve the quality of the foods
we preserve in these ways.  We will also explore the best storage
materials and methods and the up-to-date food science behind them.  We
will introduce different types of dehydrators and demonstrate techniques to get
the best results when freezing or drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and/or meats.
 Demonstrations of making fruit leather and jerky and sampling will take
place during this hands-on class. Class size is limited. Register by May 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/dehydrateandfreezeJammin’ | June 24,
2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Making jam or jelly seems to be everyone’s favorite food preservation activity. But,
it is not necessarily easy! Come learn
the magic behind making sweet preserves and the basics of boiling water canning
and steam canning. I will also
demonstrate how to make freezer jam. We will use USDA tested and approved
techniques and recipes. Take home a jar! Class size is limited. Register by
June 23rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/JamorjellyQuick Pickles | July 30, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00These tart, crispy condiments are a perfect
addition to your sandwich plate, lunch box, appetizer platter or charcuterie
board!Learn how easy it is to make two
classics – bread and butter pickles and dilly beans using the boiling water and
steam canning process.Take home a
jar.Class size is limited. Register by
July 28th. Register: https://tinyurl.com/quick-picklesPressure Canning Low
Acid Foods | August 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00The demonstration will include how to safely
pressure can low-acid foods like beans and most vegetables.  You will also
get hands-on experience using both a dial gauge and weighted gauge canner.
Bring your dial pressure gauge or lid to be tested if you wish.  Class
size is limited.Register by August 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/low-acid-foodsTomatoes 101 | August 27, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will learn to can the highly popular pantry
staples - crushed tomatoes and salsa, using the Boiling Water and Steam
canners.Just when local gardens will be
overflowing with this summer favorite! Take home a jar. Class size is limited.Register by August 25th.Register: https://tinyurl.com/Toms101Preserving Apples | September 9, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Preserve apples by canning slices or apple
sauce using the boiling water canner, freezing pie filling and
dehydrating.Take home a jar.Class size is limited. Register by September 8th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-ApplesPressure Canning Soups
and Meats | October 8, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Learn how to safely can these low acid foods
using either a dial gauge or weighted gauge canner.We will delve into the science behind the
USDA approved methods.Also learn how
to dehydrate meat jerky. Bring your pressure gauges to be checked if you
wish!Class size is limited. Register by
October 6th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Canning-Soups-and-MeatsPreserving Cranberries | November 5, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will make several different products
including cranberry wine jelly, cranberry salsa and/or a chutney—just in time
for the holiday season! Class size is limited. Register by November 3rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-Cranberries




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Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Register with Karen or
online (see links below)  518-618-5595 | kem18@cornell.eduDehydration &
Freezing | May 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 7:30 pm | $10.00Discover the advantages and disadvantages of
these two food preservation methods and how to improve the quality of the foods
we preserve in these ways.  We will also explore the best storage
materials and methods and the up-to-date food science behind them.  We
will introduce different types of dehydrators and demonstrate techniques to get
the best results when freezing or drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and/or meats.
 Demonstrations of making fruit leather and jerky and sampling will take
place during this hands-on class. Class size is limited. Register by May 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/dehydrateandfreezeJammin’ | June 24,
2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Making jam or jelly seems to be everyone’s favorite food preservation activity. But,
it is not necessarily easy! Come learn
the magic behind making sweet preserves and the basics of boiling water canning
and steam canning. I will also
demonstrate how to make freezer jam. We will use USDA tested and approved
techniques and recipes. Take home a jar! Class size is limited. Register by
June 23rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/JamorjellyQuick Pickles | July 30, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00These tart, crispy condiments are a perfect
addition to your sandwich plate, lunch box, appetizer platter or charcuterie
board!Learn how easy it is to make two
classics – bread and butter pickles and dilly beans using the boiling water and
steam canning process.Take home a
jar.Class size is limited. Register by
July 28th. Register: https://tinyurl.com/quick-picklesPressure Canning Low
Acid Foods | August 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00The demonstration will include how to safely
pressure can low-acid foods like beans and most vegetables.  You will also
get hands-on experience using both a dial gauge and weighted gauge canner.
Bring your dial pressure gauge or lid to be tested if you wish.  Class
size is limited.Register by August 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/low-acid-foodsTomatoes 101 | August 27, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will learn to can the highly popular pantry
staples - crushed tomatoes and salsa, using the Boiling Water and Steam
canners.Just when local gardens will be
overflowing with this summer favorite! Take home a jar. Class size is limited.Register by August 25th.Register: https://tinyurl.com/Toms101Preserving Apples | September 9, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Preserve apples by canning slices or apple
sauce using the boiling water canner, freezing pie filling and
dehydrating.Take home a jar.Class size is limited. Register by September 8th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-ApplesPressure Canning Soups
and Meats | October 8, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Learn how to safely can these low acid foods
using either a dial gauge or weighted gauge canner.We will delve into the science behind the
USDA approved methods.Also learn how
to dehydrate meat jerky. Bring your pressure gauges to be checked if you
wish!Class size is limited. Register by
October 6th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Canning-Soups-and-MeatsPreserving Cranberries | November 5, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will make several different products
including cranberry wine jelly, cranberry salsa and/or a chutney—just in time
for the holiday season! Class size is limited. Register by November 3rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-Cranberries




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Office Closed
Monday, September  1, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Friday, September  5, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

An informal discussion group dealing with the 
challenges of living with diabetes. Join us monthly via Zoom:  https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Karen Roberts Mort, kem18@cornell.edu, office 518-765-3552 | cell 518-618-5595


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Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025
Tuesday, September  9, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Register with Karen or
online (see links below)  518-618-5595 | kem18@cornell.eduDehydration &
Freezing | May 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 7:30 pm | $10.00Discover the advantages and disadvantages of
these two food preservation methods and how to improve the quality of the foods
we preserve in these ways.  We will also explore the best storage
materials and methods and the up-to-date food science behind them.  We
will introduce different types of dehydrators and demonstrate techniques to get
the best results when freezing or drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and/or meats.
 Demonstrations of making fruit leather and jerky and sampling will take
place during this hands-on class. Class size is limited. Register by May 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/dehydrateandfreezeJammin’ | June 24,
2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Making jam or jelly seems to be everyone’s favorite food preservation activity. But,
it is not necessarily easy! Come learn
the magic behind making sweet preserves and the basics of boiling water canning
and steam canning. I will also
demonstrate how to make freezer jam. We will use USDA tested and approved
techniques and recipes. Take home a jar! Class size is limited. Register by
June 23rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/JamorjellyQuick Pickles | July 30, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00These tart, crispy condiments are a perfect
addition to your sandwich plate, lunch box, appetizer platter or charcuterie
board!Learn how easy it is to make two
classics – bread and butter pickles and dilly beans using the boiling water and
steam canning process.Take home a
jar.Class size is limited. Register by
July 28th. Register: https://tinyurl.com/quick-picklesPressure Canning Low
Acid Foods | August 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00The demonstration will include how to safely
pressure can low-acid foods like beans and most vegetables.  You will also
get hands-on experience using both a dial gauge and weighted gauge canner.
Bring your dial pressure gauge or lid to be tested if you wish.  Class
size is limited.Register by August 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/low-acid-foodsTomatoes 101 | August 27, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will learn to can the highly popular pantry
staples - crushed tomatoes and salsa, using the Boiling Water and Steam
canners.Just when local gardens will be
overflowing with this summer favorite! Take home a jar. Class size is limited.Register by August 25th.Register: https://tinyurl.com/Toms101Preserving Apples | September 9, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Preserve apples by canning slices or apple
sauce using the boiling water canner, freezing pie filling and
dehydrating.Take home a jar.Class size is limited. Register by September 8th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-ApplesPressure Canning Soups
and Meats | October 8, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Learn how to safely can these low acid foods
using either a dial gauge or weighted gauge canner.We will delve into the science behind the
USDA approved methods.Also learn how
to dehydrate meat jerky. Bring your pressure gauges to be checked if you
wish!Class size is limited. Register by
October 6th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Canning-Soups-and-MeatsPreserving Cranberries | November 5, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will make several different products
including cranberry wine jelly, cranberry salsa and/or a chutney—just in time
for the holiday season! Class size is limited. Register by November 3rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-Cranberries




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Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard
of Directors | 2025
Meeting DatesMay
21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly
23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember
17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember
20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Special
Annual Meeting - Luncheon)December
10, 2025 | 6:00 pm




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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Friday, October  3, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

An informal discussion group dealing with the 
challenges of living with diabetes. Join us monthly via Zoom:  https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Karen Roberts Mort, kem18@cornell.edu, office 518-765-3552 | cell 518-618-5595


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Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025
Wednesday, October  8, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Register with Karen or
online (see links below)  518-618-5595 | kem18@cornell.eduDehydration &
Freezing | May 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 7:30 pm | $10.00Discover the advantages and disadvantages of
these two food preservation methods and how to improve the quality of the foods
we preserve in these ways.  We will also explore the best storage
materials and methods and the up-to-date food science behind them.  We
will introduce different types of dehydrators and demonstrate techniques to get
the best results when freezing or drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and/or meats.
 Demonstrations of making fruit leather and jerky and sampling will take
place during this hands-on class. Class size is limited. Register by May 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/dehydrateandfreezeJammin’ | June 24,
2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Making jam or jelly seems to be everyone’s favorite food preservation activity. But,
it is not necessarily easy! Come learn
the magic behind making sweet preserves and the basics of boiling water canning
and steam canning. I will also
demonstrate how to make freezer jam. We will use USDA tested and approved
techniques and recipes. Take home a jar! Class size is limited. Register by
June 23rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/JamorjellyQuick Pickles | July 30, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00These tart, crispy condiments are a perfect
addition to your sandwich plate, lunch box, appetizer platter or charcuterie
board!Learn how easy it is to make two
classics – bread and butter pickles and dilly beans using the boiling water and
steam canning process.Take home a
jar.Class size is limited. Register by
July 28th. Register: https://tinyurl.com/quick-picklesPressure Canning Low
Acid Foods | August 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00The demonstration will include how to safely
pressure can low-acid foods like beans and most vegetables.  You will also
get hands-on experience using both a dial gauge and weighted gauge canner.
Bring your dial pressure gauge or lid to be tested if you wish.  Class
size is limited.Register by August 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/low-acid-foodsTomatoes 101 | August 27, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will learn to can the highly popular pantry
staples - crushed tomatoes and salsa, using the Boiling Water and Steam
canners.Just when local gardens will be
overflowing with this summer favorite! Take home a jar. Class size is limited.Register by August 25th.Register: https://tinyurl.com/Toms101Preserving Apples | September 9, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Preserve apples by canning slices or apple
sauce using the boiling water canner, freezing pie filling and
dehydrating.Take home a jar.Class size is limited. Register by September 8th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-ApplesPressure Canning Soups
and Meats | October 8, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Learn how to safely can these low acid foods
using either a dial gauge or weighted gauge canner.We will delve into the science behind the
USDA approved methods.Also learn how
to dehydrate meat jerky. Bring your pressure gauges to be checked if you
wish!Class size is limited. Register by
October 6th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Canning-Soups-and-MeatsPreserving Cranberries | November 5, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will make several different products
including cranberry wine jelly, cranberry salsa and/or a chutney—just in time
for the holiday season! Class size is limited. Register by November 3rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-Cranberries




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Office Closed
Monday, October 13, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Office Closed
Tuesday, November  4, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025
Wednesday, November  5, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Register with Karen or
online (see links below)  518-618-5595 | kem18@cornell.eduDehydration &
Freezing | May 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 7:30 pm | $10.00Discover the advantages and disadvantages of
these two food preservation methods and how to improve the quality of the foods
we preserve in these ways.  We will also explore the best storage
materials and methods and the up-to-date food science behind them.  We
will introduce different types of dehydrators and demonstrate techniques to get
the best results when freezing or drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and/or meats.
 Demonstrations of making fruit leather and jerky and sampling will take
place during this hands-on class. Class size is limited. Register by May 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/dehydrateandfreezeJammin’ | June 24,
2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Making jam or jelly seems to be everyone’s favorite food preservation activity. But,
it is not necessarily easy! Come learn
the magic behind making sweet preserves and the basics of boiling water canning
and steam canning. I will also
demonstrate how to make freezer jam. We will use USDA tested and approved
techniques and recipes. Take home a jar! Class size is limited. Register by
June 23rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/JamorjellyQuick Pickles | July 30, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00These tart, crispy condiments are a perfect
addition to your sandwich plate, lunch box, appetizer platter or charcuterie
board!Learn how easy it is to make two
classics – bread and butter pickles and dilly beans using the boiling water and
steam canning process.Take home a
jar.Class size is limited. Register by
July 28th. Register: https://tinyurl.com/quick-picklesPressure Canning Low
Acid Foods | August 7, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00The demonstration will include how to safely
pressure can low-acid foods like beans and most vegetables.  You will also
get hands-on experience using both a dial gauge and weighted gauge canner.
Bring your dial pressure gauge or lid to be tested if you wish.  Class
size is limited.Register by August 5th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/low-acid-foodsTomatoes 101 | August 27, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will learn to can the highly popular pantry
staples - crushed tomatoes and salsa, using the Boiling Water and Steam
canners.Just when local gardens will be
overflowing with this summer favorite! Take home a jar. Class size is limited.Register by August 25th.Register: https://tinyurl.com/Toms101Preserving Apples | September 9, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Preserve apples by canning slices or apple
sauce using the boiling water canner, freezing pie filling and
dehydrating.Take home a jar.Class size is limited. Register by September 8th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-ApplesPressure Canning Soups
and Meats | October 8, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00Learn how to safely can these low acid foods
using either a dial gauge or weighted gauge canner.We will delve into the science behind the
USDA approved methods.Also learn how
to dehydrate meat jerky. Bring your pressure gauges to be checked if you
wish!Class size is limited. Register by
October 6th.  Register: https://tinyurl.com/Canning-Soups-and-MeatsPreserving Cranberries | November 5, 2025 | 5:30 to 8:00 pm | $15.00We will make several different products
including cranberry wine jelly, cranberry salsa and/or a chutney—just in time
for the holiday season! Class size is limited. Register by November 3rd.  Register:https://tinyurl.com/Preserving-Cranberries




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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Friday, November  7, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

An informal discussion group dealing with the 
challenges of living with diabetes. Join us monthly via Zoom:  https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Karen Roberts Mort, kem18@cornell.edu, office 518-765-3552 | cell 518-618-5595


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Office Closed
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, November 20, 2025
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard
of Directors | 2025
Meeting DatesMay
21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly
23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember
17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember
20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Special
Annual Meeting - Luncheon)December
10, 2025 | 6:00 pm




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Office Closed
Thursday, November 27, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Office Closed
Friday, November 28, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Friday, December  5, 2025
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

An informal discussion group dealing with the 
challenges of living with diabetes. Join us monthly via Zoom:  https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Karen Roberts Mort, kem18@cornell.edu, office 518-765-3552 | cell 518-618-5595


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Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard
of Directors | 2025
Meeting DatesMay
21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly
23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember
17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember
20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Special
Annual Meeting - Luncheon)December
10, 2025 | 6:00 pm




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Office Closed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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Office Closed
Thursday, December 25, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our offices will be closed and staff will be unavailable today. All e-mails, phone calls, etc. will resume the next business day...




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