The Tween/Teen Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18) via Zoom Friday, January 17, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18. Topics include understanding tween/teen development, strategies to improve family communication and positive discipline strategies that encourage independence. We will also discuss internet and social media safety, potential teen challenges, and how to create healthy eating habits. Advance registration is required via Zoom at: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpduCp...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= Office Closed Monday, January 20, 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. ========================================= Beef Quality Assurance Training Monday, January 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm C N Tommell Cattle Company, LLC, 142 Rock Rd , Berne, NY 12023-2407 Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers. Topics covered include herd health management, nutrition, behavior and handling.Producers attending the classroom training will become Level1 certified.Producers attending a chuteside training and providing a VCPR will become Level 2 certified.Questions?  Please contact Rachel Moody:   ram72@cornell.edu | 518-649-0267 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=BQA_10-2024_201 ========================================= The Magic Years (for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4) via Zoom Tuesday, January 21, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4. Join to discuss the stages of child development and how to best support your child. Learn how to set up (or better manage) routines in the home, including bedtime, bath time, family meals and toilet training. Topics also include parental responsibilities, stress management, positive discipline strategies, healthy eating habits and how to save money at the grocery store. Advance registration is required via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkc-uuq...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= ​The Third Annual Winter Cut Flower Webinar Series Tuesday, January 21, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Online Event This is a popular series of online events you won’t want to miss, with topflight speakers, a wide variety of subjects concerning growing cut flowers and plenty of interaction between speakers and attendees.Webinars will be recorded, and all the recordings will be sent to registrants for future review. More information and registration:  https://blogs.cornell.edu/capitalareaagandhortpro...Session 1: 1/7/2025, 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Botrytis Management of Cut Flowers 2:00 PM - Tips on Propagating Plants That are Grown for Cut Flowers Session 2: 1/14/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Growing Early Season Flowers in High Tunnels 2:00 PM - Cover Crops for Sustainable Flower Production 3:00 PM - Cover Crop Trials on Flower Farms Session 3: 1/21/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - The Art of Drying and Pressing Flowers with Old Tavern Farm 1:30 PM - New Varieties for 2025 that Will Help You Stand Out in the Market2:00 PM - Improving Postharvest Longevity of Dahlia and Zinnia Cut Flowers Session 4: 1/28/2025 9:00am EST 9:00 AM - The Challenges of Lisianthus Commercial Cultivation in Taiwan 10:00 AM - Wildcrafting and Ethical Use of Invasive Plants, Vines, and Shrubs 11:00 AM Growing Cut Flowers in Containers Session 5: 2/4/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Cut Out Cut Flower Diseases!*2:00 PM - Bad Bugs Bothering Blooms* * NYSDEC pesticide application credits will be provided. $60.00 for all five sessions, $20 for single sessions. You may choose as many or as few sessions as you wish. Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=2025CutFlowerWebinarSeries_201 ========================================= The Middle Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 - 10) via Zoom Thursday, January 23, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 -10. Let’s discuss strategies to better manage parent and child stress, raise responsible children with positive discipline strategies, and manage screen time and improve media literacy. Topics will also include improving family communication skills and practical tips to create healthy eating habits and ways to save money at the grocery store. Advance registration is required via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwod-Grq...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= Dining with Diabetes Zoom series Thursday, January 23, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Online Event We will cover meal planning, carb counting, sugar alternatives, healthy fats, lowering amounts of sodium, the importance of vitamins and minerals and setting SMART goals. This class is for the newly diagnosed, those living with Type 2 diabetes for a long time or their caregivers.Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcudu6pqTspE9cfK0y3nRER_yw0lrlq0xgE After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.For more information, contact Karen Roberts Mort at kem18@cornell.edu or 518-618-5595. Please leave a voice message or text. Free ========================================= Energy and Home Expo Thursday, January 23, 2025 11:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 The Energy Programs at CCE (HEAP and Capital Region Energy Hub) have partnered with National Grid to host this event featuring community partners specializing in energy and home related programs. Learn about available resources and attend an optional (hour long) home energy saving workshop beginning promptly at 1:00 pm. Each registered participant will receive an energy kit to take home.Event FlyerRegistration required:  Rachel G. rjg264@cornell.edu | 518-765-3564 OR Brad bt344@cornell.edu | 518-603-7519 ========================================= Greenhouse Growers' School Thursday, January 23, 2025 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road , East Greenbush, NY 12061 The cost is $60 per person. $10 discount for members of New York State Flower Industries. A discount of 50% will be given to additional attendees from the same greenhouse/farm. Lunch is included.Agenda:2025 Greenhouse Grower SchoolMorning Session8:30 – 8:55 AM: Registration9:00 – 9:45 AM: Elwood Roberts, GGSPro Tech Specialist: Beneficial Insects & Biopesticides: A Biological Approach to Greenhouse Pest Management9:45 – 10:30 AM: Allie Allgeyer, GGSPro Technical Specialist: Navigating Neonics: Pest Management Strategies for NY10:30 – 10:45 AM: Sue Adams: NYSFI Update10:45 – 11:00 AM: Break11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Margery Daughtrey: 21st Century Water Molds12:00 – 12:25 PM: Michael Dorgan, Dept. of Ag and Markets: Greenhouse Grower Update on Pests & Diseases12:25 - 1:00 PM: LunchAfternoon session:1:00 – 2:00 PM: Neil Mattson, “Understanding Greenhouse Energy Use & Carbon Footprints, Audits, Benchmarking, and Monitoring”2:00 – 3:00 PM: Michael Helms, “Effective Spraying – Things to Consider”3:00PM-3:30PM: -Thomas Allgaier, “Invasive Species in Greenhouse Production”3:30PM-4:00PM: -Sarah Whelen, “DEC Updates” Jingjing Yin, jy578@cornell.edu, 518-429-8608 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=GreenhouseGrowers25_201 ========================================= The Tween/Teen Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18) via Zoom Friday, January 24, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18. Topics include understanding tween/teen development, strategies to improve family communication and positive discipline strategies that encourage independence. We will also discuss internet and social media safety, potential teen challenges, and how to create healthy eating habits. Advance registration is required via Zoom at: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpduCp...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= *Free* EPA Lead Trainings Friday, January 24, 2025 7:45 am - 5:00 pm EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJanuary 7, 2025Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)431 River Street, Troy, NY 12180January 9, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010January 16, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304January 24, 2025Albany Community Development Agency200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)January 28, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJanuary 14, 2025CCE Albany County (Energy Building)24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER Register online:https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201Fax:518-765-2490Fax: 518-765-2490Or contact:Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.eduNick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.eduCaroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-528-0627 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201Fax:518-765-2490 ========================================= Energy Literacy 101 Monday, January 27, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Burnt Hills Ballston Lake Middle School, 173 Lakehill Road , Burnt Hills, NY 12027 Learn about tips and tricks to cut down on energy costs by taking small steps throughout your home. Each registered attendee will leave with an energy efficiency kit and knowledge that they can take home to tighten up their household spending.  Class limit: 25. Pre-registration is required with BHBL Continuing Ed:  Amy Cullen, BHBL Continuing Ed Coordinator acullen@bhbl.org | 518-399-9141 (ext 85013)(Class will be held in MS Room 121) ========================================= ​The Third Annual Winter Cut Flower Webinar Series Tuesday, January 28, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Online Event This is a popular series of online events you won’t want to miss, with topflight speakers, a wide variety of subjects concerning growing cut flowers and plenty of interaction between speakers and attendees.Webinars will be recorded, and all the recordings will be sent to registrants for future review. More information and registration:  https://blogs.cornell.edu/capitalareaagandhortpro...Session 1: 1/7/2025, 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Botrytis Management of Cut Flowers 2:00 PM - Tips on Propagating Plants That are Grown for Cut Flowers Session 2: 1/14/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Growing Early Season Flowers in High Tunnels 2:00 PM - Cover Crops for Sustainable Flower Production 3:00 PM - Cover Crop Trials on Flower Farms Session 3: 1/21/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - The Art of Drying and Pressing Flowers with Old Tavern Farm 1:30 PM - New Varieties for 2025 that Will Help You Stand Out in the Market2:00 PM - Improving Postharvest Longevity of Dahlia and Zinnia Cut Flowers Session 4: 1/28/2025 9:00am EST 9:00 AM - The Challenges of Lisianthus Commercial Cultivation in Taiwan 10:00 AM - Wildcrafting and Ethical Use of Invasive Plants, Vines, and Shrubs 11:00 AM Growing Cut Flowers in Containers Session 5: 2/4/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Cut Out Cut Flower Diseases!*2:00 PM - Bad Bugs Bothering Blooms* * NYSDEC pesticide application credits will be provided. $60.00 for all five sessions, $20 for single sessions. You may choose as many or as few sessions as you wish. Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=2025CutFlowerWebinarSeries_201 ========================================= Agricultural and Farmland Protection Seminar (FREE) Tuesday, January 28, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Learn how to protect your farmland for the future. Great information for landowners, farmers and assessors. *Assessors receive 2 continuing education credits*Topics and SpeakersAgriculture Districts Law 25AA protecting farmlandJeff Kehoe NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets Agriculture Protection Unit Applying for an Agriculture Value AssessmentTom Gallagher Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Agriculture SpecialistPreparing a soil group worksheetSusan Lewis Albany County Soil & Water Conservation District Executive DirectorReviewing Agriculture DistrictsLaura Degaetano Albany County Office of Natural Resource Conservation Sr. Natural Resource PlannerReview of a Farm Friendly Audit FormAmanda Terhune Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Agriculture Program ManagerCoffee and light refreshments will be available.Registration required with Amanda (by January 24th) ajt247@cornell.edu | 518-765-3519Event Flyer ========================================= The Magic Years (for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4) via Zoom Tuesday, January 28, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4. Join to discuss the stages of child development and how to best support your child. Learn how to set up (or better manage) routines in the home, including bedtime, bath time, family meals and toilet training. Topics also include parental responsibilities, stress management, positive discipline strategies, healthy eating habits and how to save money at the grocery store. Advance registration is required via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkc-uuq...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= *Free* EPA Lead Trainings Tuesday, January 28, 2025 7:45 am - 5:00 pm EPA Certified Renovator Initial (RRP I)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 5:00 pm—TrainingJanuary 7, 2025Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)431 River Street, Troy, NY 12180January 9, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010January 16, 2025Steinmetz Homes120 Emmons Street, Schenectady, NY 12304January 24, 2025Albany Community Development Agency200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)January 28, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP R)7:45 am—Registration/Light Breakfast8:00 am - 12:00 pm—TrainingJanuary 14, 2025CCE Albany County (Energy Building)24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER Register online:https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201Fax:518-765-2490Fax: 518-765-2490Or contact:Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.eduNick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.eduCaroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu Alexander Kleinberger, ark249@cornell.edu, 518-528-0627 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201Fax:518-765-2490 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, January 29, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= The Middle Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 - 10) via Zoom Thursday, January 30, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 -10. Let’s discuss strategies to better manage parent and child stress, raise responsible children with positive discipline strategies, and manage screen time and improve media literacy. Topics will also include improving family communication skills and practical tips to create healthy eating habits and ways to save money at the grocery store. Advance registration is required via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwod-Grq...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= Dining with Diabetes Zoom series Thursday, January 30, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Online Event We will cover meal planning, carb counting, sugar alternatives, healthy fats, lowering amounts of sodium, the importance of vitamins and minerals and setting SMART goals. This class is for the newly diagnosed, those living with Type 2 diabetes for a long time or their caregivers.Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcudu6pqTspE9cfK0y3nRER_yw0lrlq0xgE After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.For more information, contact Karen Roberts Mort at kem18@cornell.edu or 518-618-5595. Please leave a voice message or text. Free ========================================= Strengthening Families Program Thursday, January 30, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Colonie Library, 629 Albany Shaker Road , Loudonville, NY 12211 Join CCE Albany County for an evening of family bonding. This interactive program for parents/caregivers and youth celebrates family strengths through fun activities. Participating parents/caregivers and youth will learn and practice strategies for successful family communication, reaffirm what youth and adults need from each other, and discover the power of compliments and positive communication. Dinner and dessert are included! Register with the library by 1/27. (Please note family members names, youth ages, and any dietary restrictions when registering.)  Registration:518-458-9274| colonielibrary.orgQuestions:Maria mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= The Tween/Teen Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18) via Zoom Friday, January 31, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11 - 18. Topics include understanding tween/teen development, strategies to improve family communication and positive discipline strategies that encourage independence. We will also discuss internet and social media safety, potential teen challenges, and how to create healthy eating habits. Advance registration is required via Zoom at: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpduCp...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= Winter Seed Sowing Workshop Saturday, February 1, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 **Please note date change to 2/1/25**Learn about Winter Sowing-a process of planting seeds outdoors in containers during the winter months. We will be using native plant seeds (long germination) and annual greens seeds (short germination) for this project. Join Albany County Master Gardeners and explore this method of seed starting that does not require any special lighting or equipment.Everything will be provided for this class. Registration required by contacting Carole: albmgspeakers@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500 $ 10.00 ========================================= The Magic Years (for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4) via Zoom Tuesday, February 4, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4. Join to discuss the stages of child development and how to best support your child. Learn how to set up (or better manage) routines in the home, including bedtime, bath time, family meals and toilet training. Topics also include parental responsibilities, stress management, positive discipline strategies, healthy eating habits and how to save money at the grocery store. Advance registration is required via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkc-uuq...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= ​The Third Annual Winter Cut Flower Webinar Series Tuesday, February 4, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Online Event This is a popular series of online events you won’t want to miss, with topflight speakers, a wide variety of subjects concerning growing cut flowers and plenty of interaction between speakers and attendees.Webinars will be recorded, and all the recordings will be sent to registrants for future review. More information and registration:  https://blogs.cornell.edu/capitalareaagandhortpro...Session 1: 1/7/2025, 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Botrytis Management of Cut Flowers 2:00 PM - Tips on Propagating Plants That are Grown for Cut Flowers Session 2: 1/14/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Growing Early Season Flowers in High Tunnels 2:00 PM - Cover Crops for Sustainable Flower Production 3:00 PM - Cover Crop Trials on Flower Farms Session 3: 1/21/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - The Art of Drying and Pressing Flowers with Old Tavern Farm 1:30 PM - New Varieties for 2025 that Will Help You Stand Out in the Market2:00 PM - Improving Postharvest Longevity of Dahlia and Zinnia Cut Flowers Session 4: 1/28/2025 9:00am EST 9:00 AM - The Challenges of Lisianthus Commercial Cultivation in Taiwan 10:00 AM - Wildcrafting and Ethical Use of Invasive Plants, Vines, and Shrubs 11:00 AM Growing Cut Flowers in Containers Session 5: 2/4/2025 1:00pm EST1:00 PM - Cut Out Cut Flower Diseases!*2:00 PM - Bad Bugs Bothering Blooms* * NYSDEC pesticide application credits will be provided. $60.00 for all five sessions, $20 for single sessions. You may choose as many or as few sessions as you wish. Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=2025CutFlowerWebinarSeries_201 ========================================= The Middle Years (for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 - 10) via Zoom Thursday, February 6, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Online Event This five-part researched-based parent education program is for parents/caregivers of youth ages 5 -10. Let’s discuss strategies to better manage parent and child stress, raise responsible children with positive discipline strategies, and manage screen time and improve media literacy. Topics will also include improving family communication skills and practical tips to create healthy eating habits and ways to save money at the grocery store. Advance registration is required via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwod-Grq...Contact Maria DeLucia-Evans with questions at: mkd59@cornell.edu | 518-765-3559 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Thursday, February 6, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Albany & Schenectady County youth aged 10 and up are invited to explore the exciting world of veterinary medicine through hands-on experiments, guest speakers, and live animal visitors. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee:$20.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register:  rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Thursday, February 13, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Albany & Schenectady County youth aged 10 and up are invited to explore the exciting world of veterinary medicine through hands-on experiments, guest speakers, and live animal visitors. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee:$20.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register:  rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. ========================================= Winter Break Adventure Tuesday, February 18, 2025 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Winter Break Adventure | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | CCE Albany County (snow date: 2/21)Albany & Schenectady County youth between the ages of 7 and 12 are invited to our winter break program! Youth will gain hands-on cooking experience, participate in science experiments, explore elements of nature, create art, and have fun with their peers. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee: $50.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register: rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. $50.00 ========================================= Winter Break Adventure Wednesday, February 19, 2025 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Winter Break Adventure | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | CCE Albany County (snow date: 2/21)Albany & Schenectady County youth between the ages of 7 and 12 are invited to our winter break program! Youth will gain hands-on cooking experience, participate in science experiments, explore elements of nature, create art, and have fun with their peers. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee: $50.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register: rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. $50.00 ========================================= Winter Break Adventure Thursday, February 20, 2025 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Winter Break Adventure | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | CCE Albany County (snow date: 2/21)Albany & Schenectady County youth between the ages of 7 and 12 are invited to our winter break program! Youth will gain hands-on cooking experience, participate in science experiments, explore elements of nature, create art, and have fun with their peers. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee: $50.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register: rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. $50.00 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Thursday, February 20, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Albany & Schenectady County youth aged 10 and up are invited to explore the exciting world of veterinary medicine through hands-on experiments, guest speakers, and live animal visitors. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee:$20.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register:  rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. ========================================= Creating a Backyard Vegetable Garden (via Zoom) Thursday, February 20, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Creating a Backyard Vegetable Garden (by John Martin, Master Gardener Volunteer)This presentation provides a basic checklist for the beginner and some tips for the experienced vegetable gardener on the creation and maintenance of backyard vegetable gardens. Learn how to select what to grow and when, as well as the types of gardens based on space and accessibility. Soil guidance, watering techniques, sunlight, crop rotation, seasonal plantings, and vegetable families will also be discussed with respect to the types of vegetables being considered.Registration Link:  https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WyyiTfSYSn-uIVAVXAeRpg Free Carole Henry, ch878@cornell.edu, 518-765-3516 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Thursday, February 27, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Albany & Schenectady County youth aged 10 and up are invited to explore the exciting world of veterinary medicine through hands-on experiments, guest speakers, and live animal visitors. Youth are required to enroll in Albany & Schenectady County 4-H to participate. Program Fee:$20.00.  Please contact Rachel S. for more information and/or to register:  rcl227@cornell.edu | 518-765-3543. ========================================= Soil: The Foundation of Life (via Zoom) Thursday, March 6, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Soil: The Foundation of Life (by John Martin, Master Gardener Volunteer) Gardeners looking to improve their harvest will learn the difference between soil and dirt along with the different soil types. This presentation covers reasons for soil testing and its benefits, how to amend soil, how to garden in clay, and dealing with contaminated soil.Registration Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DOSEPMOHQoeI1bp_1ORiQg Free Carole Henry, ch878@cornell.edu, 518-765-3516 ========================================= Companion Planting – What is It & Why? (via Zoom) Thursday, March 20, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Companion Planting – What is It & Why? (by John Martin, Master Gardener Volunteer)This is an introduction to planting different plants together such as vegetables, herbs, fruits, flowers, etc. that provide a benefit to their neighbors through nutrients, providing shade, or protection from pests or disease.Registration link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mrNr_s9NTYq_MlxpIamdRQ Free Carole Henry, ch878@cornell.edu, 518-765-3516 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, March 26, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, May 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, July 23, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, December 10, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186 Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany CountyBoard of Directors | 2025 Meeting DatesJanuary 29, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date: January 30, 2025)March 26, 2025 | 6:00 pm(snow date March 27, 2025)May 21, 2025 | 6:00 pmJuly 23, 2025 | 6:00 pmSeptember 17, 2025 | 6:00 pmNovember 20, 2025 | 12:30 pm(Annual Meeting Luncheon)December 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm Jessica Denno, jkd72@cornell.edu, 518-765-3500 =========================================