Cornell Cooperative Extension

The Magic Years (for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4) via Zoom

Monday, May 12, 2025

Mondays, 4/7, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12/2025 | Noon – 1:15 p.m. via ZoomPlease note we skip 4/14.Certificates of completion will be awarded to those who attend all five sessions in full andanswer a weekly exit question.Participants will also be asked to complete a pre and post survey.Join to discuss ...

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Tuesdays, April 29 - June 3, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am During this series, children will explore life in the spring garden. Classes will include: stories, hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Please dress for the weather.Cost: $50.00 | Register by April 21st | Limit 10 participants For more ...

The Middle Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 - 10) via Zoom

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Tuesdays, 4/8, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13/2025 | Noon – 1:15 p.m. via ZoomPlease note we skip 4/15.Certificates of completion will be awarded to those who attend all five sessions in full andanswer a weekly exit question.Participants will also be asked to complete a pre and post survey.The Middle Year...

Capital District Regional Agritourism Networking Session

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Join us for an exciting opportunity to grow agritourism in the Capital District! The Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team, in collaboration with the CCE Capital Area Agriculture and Horticulture Program, invites agritourism operators, agricultural service providers,...

FREE EPA Lead Trainings

Thursday, May 15, 2025

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) 7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingMay 8, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010*Please note this class has been cancelled*May 13, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons St., Schenectady, NY 12304May...

The Tween/Teen Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18) via Zoom

Friday, May 16, 2025

Wednesdays, 4/9, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, Friday, 5/16/2025 | Noon – 1:15 p.m. via ZoomPlease note we skip 4/16, and the final program date is a Friday.Certificates of completion will be awarded to those who attend all five sessions in full andanswer a weekly exit question.Participants will also be asked...

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Tuesdays, April 29 - June 3, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am During this series, children will explore life in the spring garden. Classes will include: stories, hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Please dress for the weather.Cost: $50.00 | Register by April 21st | Limit 10 participants For more ...

FREE EPA Lead Trainings

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) 7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingMay 8, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010*Please note this class has been cancelled*May 13, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons St., Schenectady, NY 12304May...

Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

2025 Spring Turn-Out

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Topics:Pasture Evaluation | Jess Waltemyer, Cornell ProLivestock, Small Ruminant SpecialistHay Management | Dr. Adam Murray, Cornell ProLivestock, Beef SpecialistHands-on WorkshopLunch ProvidedEvent Details

Office Closed

Monday, May 26, 2025

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Tuesdays, April 29 - June 3, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am During this series, children will explore life in the spring garden. Classes will include: stories, hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Please dress for the weather.Cost: $50.00 | Register by April 21st | Limit 10 participants For more ...

FREE EPA Lead Trainings

Thursday, May 29, 2025

EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I) 7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingMay 8, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010*Please note this class has been cancelled*May 13, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons St., Schenectady, NY 12304May...

Garden Education Fair (Rain or Shine)

Saturday, May 31, 2025

*Native Plant Sale*Gardening Questions?Visit the Hotline Tent CCE Garden & Compost ToursFree Soil Testing(1 free pH test per household)$3/additional sampleTool Sharpening Demo4-H TentChildren's Crafts & Activities Educational DisplaysFamily Scavenger HuntFarm Animals

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Tuesdays, April 29 - June 3, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am During this series, children will explore life in the spring garden. Classes will include: stories, hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Please dress for the weather.Cost: $50.00 | Register by April 21st | Limit 10 participants For more ...

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Friday, June 6, 2025

An informal discussion group dealing with the challenges of living with diabetes.This meeting occurs the first Friday of every month through December via Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Fiber Quality Workshop

Monday, June 9, 2025

Guest Trainer: Abby Henderson, Hudson Valley Textile ProjectFiber Handling and Quality AssessmentBest Practices on the Farm for Increased Fiber QualityHow to Skirt and Prepare your Fleeces for Sale or Personal UseEvent Details

Office Closed

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

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 thes...

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Monday, June 30, 2025

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Master Gardeners for four days of youth gardening fun:Learn about plants and container gardensParticipate in a garden scavenger huntLearn about insects and pollinatorsEnjoy fun garden-themed craftsCost: $75.00/s...

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Master Gardeners for four days of youth gardening fun:Learn about plants and container gardensParticipate in a garden scavenger huntLearn about insects and pollinatorsEnjoy fun garden-themed craftsCost: $75.00/s...

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Master Gardeners for four days of youth gardening fun:Learn about plants and container gardensParticipate in a garden scavenger huntLearn about insects and pollinatorsEnjoy fun garden-themed craftsCost: $75.00/s...

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Thursday, July 3, 2025

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Master Gardeners for four days of youth gardening fun:Learn about plants and container gardensParticipate in a garden scavenger huntLearn about insects and pollinatorsEnjoy fun garden-themed craftsCost: $75.00/s...

Office Closed

Friday, July 4, 2025

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Monday, July 14, 2025

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

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

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

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

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

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Thursday, July 17, 2025

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

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Friday, July 18, 2025

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

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Monday, July 21, 2025

*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 Avai...

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

*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 Avai...

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

*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 Avai...

Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Thursday, July 24, 2025

*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 Avai...

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Friday, July 25, 2025

*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 Avai...

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

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 thes...

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Friday, August 1, 2025

An informal discussion group dealing with the challenges of living with diabetes.This meeting occurs the first Friday of every month through December via Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Thursday, August 7, 2025

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 thes...

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

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 thes...

Office Closed

Monday, September 1, 2025

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Friday, September 5, 2025

An informal discussion group dealing with the challenges of living with diabetes.This meeting occurs the first Friday of every month through December via Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

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 thes...

Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Friday, October 3, 2025

An informal discussion group dealing with the challenges of living with diabetes.This meeting occurs the first Friday of every month through December via Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

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 thes...

Office Closed

Monday, October 13, 2025

Office Closed

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

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 thes...

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Friday, November 7, 2025

An informal discussion group dealing with the challenges of living with diabetes.This meeting occurs the first Friday of every month through December via Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Office Closed

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Office Closed

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Office Closed

Friday, November 28, 2025

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Friday, December 5, 2025

An informal discussion group dealing with the challenges of living with diabetes.This meeting occurs the first Friday of every month through December via Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/92879089503?pwd=fedhM0v91qseQFGkFEA9SUawE0jeob.1

Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Office Closed

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Office Closed

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Albany County

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Albany County

Events

The Magic Years (for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4) via Zoom

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (​for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

The Middle Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 - 10) via Zoom

Capital District Regional Agritourism Networking Session

FREE EPA Lead Trainings

The Tween/Teen Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18) via Zoom

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (​for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

FREE EPA Lead Trainings

Board of Directors Meeting

2025 Spring Turn-Out

Office Closed

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (​for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

FREE EPA Lead Trainings

Garden Education Fair (Rain or Shine)

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (​for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Fiber Quality Workshop

Office Closed

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Office Closed

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Adventures With 4-H! (open to all youth ages 7 - 12)

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Board of Directors Meeting

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Office Closed

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Board of Directors Meeting

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Office Closed

Office Closed

Preserve the Bounty Series | April - November 2025

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Office Closed

Board of Directors Meeting

Office Closed

Office Closed

Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)

Board of Directors Meeting

Office Closed

Office Closed

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Farm Animal Adventure (Open to all youth ages 8 - 12) PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL

Cornell Cooperative Extension
Albany County