Office Closed
Monday, May 26, 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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Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (​for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
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 information and registration: albany@cornell.edu or 518-765-3500Event FlyerRegistration Form




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FREE EPA Lead Trainings 
Thursday, May 29, 2025
7:45 am - 5:00 pm

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 15, 2025Albany Community Development Agency200 Henry Johnson Blvd., 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210(Parking available behind building)May 20, 2025Center Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company1045 Hoosick Rd., Troy, NY 12180May 29, 2025The Riverfront Center 1250 Riverfront Ctr., Rm # 1190, Amsterdam, NY 12010PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTEROnline:  https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/mai...Fax: 518-765-2490ORContact:Al 518-765-3529 | ark249@cornell.eduNick 838-202-0742 | neb87@cornell.eduCaroline 518-801-4410 | ctr49@cornell.edu




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Garden Education Fair (Rain or Shine)
Saturday, May 31, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
*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 Event Flyer
FREE EVENT



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Little Sprouts Garden Adventure (​for children 3 & 4 years old accompanied by an adult)
Tuesday, June  3, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
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 information and registration: albany@cornell.edu or 518-765-3500Event FlyerRegistration Form




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Fiber Quality Workshop
Monday, June  9, 2025
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Washington County Fairgrounds , 392 Old Schuylerville Rd , Greenwich, NY 12834
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
Free
Rachel Moody,  ram72@cornell.edu,  518-649-0267


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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Friday, June 13, 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
Thursday, June 19, 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
Tuesday, June 24, 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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Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Monday, June 30, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
*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/series | Limited to 15 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by June 16thFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Tuesday, July  1, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
*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/series | Limited to 15 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by June 16thFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Diabetes Support Group (via Zoom)
Wednesday, July  2, 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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Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Wednesday, July  2, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
*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/series | Limited to 15 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by June 16thFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Youth Gardening Summer Adventure (open to all youth ages 8 - 12) *PLEASE NOTE THIS SERIES IS FULL*
Thursday, July  3, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CCE Albany County, 24 Martin Road , Voorheesville, NY 12186
*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/series | Limited to 15 participants(Scholarships Available)Registration required by June 16thFor more information or to register:albany@cornell.edu | 518-765-3500Event Flyer | Registration Form




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Office Closed
Friday, July  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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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