Upcoming Events - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County

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ICG Winter Sprouts at Mama Goose

Monday February 6, 10:30 AM -11:30 AM

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Join the Ithaca Children's Garden for stories of plants, gardens, and nature plus hands-on activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. FREE! For more information or to RSVP: Leigh MacDonald-Rizzo, Education Coordinator 272-2292 x186.

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday February 6, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

AARP Driver Safety Program

Monday February 6, 9:00 AM -12:30 PM

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THIS CLASS IS FULL! The nationally recognized AARP Driver Safety Program is open to AARP members and the general public. The course is designed to help you accomplish the following:

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday February 6, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday February 7, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Health & Sexuality for Youth with Disabilities

Thursday February 9, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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For young people with special needs, there is a vital need for guidance on issues of healthy sexuality and personal safety. This workshop for parents will begin to outline important facets of educating youth with disabilities on issues of sexuality and the important role parents play as the primary sexuality educators of their children. Registration is required. To register, call (607) 432-0001 or email Register@FamilyRN.org (please put "Health" on the subject line and contact information in your e-mail).

Landowner's Rights Regarding Oil & Gas Leases

Thursday February 9, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

Parenting: the Hardest Job in the World (GIAC)

Thursday February 9, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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This FREE 8-class workshop led by Jenna Stroud and Edna Brown will help you learn how to talk with your child (of any age) using the five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Choices, Self Control, and Respecting Feelings. Share your strengths with other parents/guardians, and learn new strategies you can use! Every parent comes out with something new!

Getting Started With Vegetable Gardening-Groton

Thursday February 9, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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Learn where to site your garden, how to prepare the soil, how to start seeds, how to plant, when to mulch, which easy veggies to try first, and so on. Patricia Curran, Horticulture Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, also will discuss favorite varieties, container gardening, harvesting tips, and will share information on CCE-Tompkins' "free seed cabinets! FREE workshop, but please pre-register with the Groton Public Library at 898-5055 to assure enough handouts.

Green Building Series: Earthships!

Thursday February 9, 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

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Our eighth annual Green Building Seminar Series kicks off with a screening of Garbage Warrior, the award-winning film about earthships. This is followed with a discussion with one local couple who recently built an earthship in Brooktondale and another who are just starting one in Freeville. Come find out how a movement has been built from turning garbage into functional, beautiful homes and how to incorporate some of the earthship philosophy in your projects.

Tighten Up Danby

Thursday February 9, 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

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Tighten up your home! Learn how to reduce your energy use and build Danby's energy independence by applying for a low/no-cost home energy assessment. During the event you will:

Learn how to apply for a low/no-cost home energy assessment by local accredited contractors worth up to $500.

Learn how local energy contractors have reduced home energy use enough to enable switching to clean energy.

Learn how to take advantage of free money to pay for home energy upgrades

Corning Locally Grown Foods Festival

Friday February 10, 4:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Sample locally produced meats, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, wines, and other farm products at the Corning Locally Grown Foods Festival! Meet dozens of Finger Lakes farmers and learn how and where to buy fresh, healthy, local foods! Learn more about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) - the event will feature several different CSAs that offer a variety of shares for sale. The Locally-Grown Foods Festival takes place on Friday, February 10 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Union Hall, 100 Civic Center Plaza, Corning. Admission is $5 per individual/$10 per family.

ICG Winter Sprouts at Mama Goose

Monday February 13, 10:30 AM -11:30 AM

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Join the Ithaca Children's Garden for stories of plants, gardens, and nature plus hands-on activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. FREE! For more information or to RSVP: Leigh MacDonald-Rizzo, Education Coordinator 272-2292 x186.

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday February 13, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

POSNC: Parents of Special Needs Children

Monday February 13, 5:30 PM -8:00 PM

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Meet other parents, make connections, share information and learn about resources at the next POSNC Support Group Meeting in Groton! All parents/caregivers are welcome! Topics change at each meeting; "Read More" for dates and topics! Meets in the Groton Elementary Cafeteria. FREE meal and childcare available. Please call (607) 272-2292 or email ebw52@cornell.edu to let us know if you will join us for the meal, and to reserve a spot for childcare (space is limited!).

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday February 13, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

Retiring from Driving: at Lifelong

Tuesday February 14, 1:00 PM -3:00 PM

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This FREE presentation, "Retiring from Driving: It isn't the End" sponsored by Way2Go and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, will educate participants about how to approach retiring from driving, and what resources there are in Tompkins County to aid in transportation after driving retirement. Topics will include medical transportation (in and out of the county), transportation for daily tasks and beneficial programs offered to help keep seniors active after retiring from driving.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday February 16, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Maple Syrup: Past Present & Future with Sapsquatch

Thursday February 16, 12:00 PM -1:00 PM

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Join Josh Dolan of Sapsquatch Sugarbush for this free presentation on maple production, its history, current methods and threats. There will be maple syrup tasting and discussion to follow. A modest amount of syrup will also be available for purchase. Note: feel free to bring your lunch and eat while you listen! This presentation is doubling as a CCE-staff brown bag lunch!

Exploring Credit & Debt Management Issues

Thursday February 16, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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This free workshop will cover ways to establish good credit, strategies for prioritizing debt, understanding your credit report and common pitfalls to avoid. All participants will receive a free assortment of money management tools. Class size is limited; advance registration is required. Call 272-2292 to reserve a seat, or email Helen Ranck at hkr24@cornell.edu for more information.

Green Building Series: Deep Energy Retrofits

Thursday February 16, 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

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Deep energy retrofits go beyond conventional insulation strategies to provide dramatic improvements in a building's thermal performance, reducing heating energy use by 75% or more.

Parents Apart®

Saturday February 18, 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) cope during their separation or divorce. The workshop is taught by therapists and attorneys and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops.

ICG Winter Sprouts at Mama Goose

Monday February 20, 10:30 AM -11:30 AM

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Join the Ithaca Children's Garden for stories of plants, gardens, and nature plus hands-on activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. FREE! For more information or to RSVP: Leigh MacDonald-Rizzo, Education Coordinator 272-2292 x186.

Primitive Pursuits Winter Camp - School Break

Monday February 20, 9:00 AM -3:30 PM

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Put on your snow pants and get outside this February during winter break. Run, Play, Laugh and learn skills to last a lifetime - shelter, water, fire and food. Each day before you head home to collapse on your couch you will practice fires skill, make wild tea, track animals, cook food over beds of red hot coals and so much more! Our winter camp will evolve throughout the week, bringing us together in a deep experience of wilderness living.

Let's Preserve: Cranberry-Orange Chutney

Tuesday February 21, 1:00 PM -3:00 PM

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If you've been wanting to try your hand at home food preservation, here's your chance to start by canning something easy and delicious! Led by a Cooperative Extension Educator/Master Food Preserver, you'll learn how to make a gourmet chutney and how to preserve it in a Boiling Water Bath Canner. Each adult participant will take home a jar of Cranberry-Orange Chutney. Fee: $20/adult; $5/child (9 yrs and older) accompanying a registered adult. Registration and pre-payment is required by February 19th.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday February 21, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Getting Started with Vegetable Gardening

Tuesday February 21, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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This class for the beginning vegetable gardener will be offered twice this year! Learn where to site your garden, how to prepare the soil, how to start seeds, how to plant, when to mulch, which easy veggies to try first, and so on. Patricia Curran, Horticulture Educator, will also discuss favorite varieties, container gardening, and harvesting tips. Pre-registration is recommended; call (607) 272-2292.

Primitive Pursuits Winter Camp - School Break

Wednesday February 22, 9:00 AM -3:30 PM

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Put on your snow pants and get outside this February during winter break. Run, Play, Laugh and learn skills to last a lifetime - shelter, water, fire and food. Each day before you head home to collapse on your couch you will practice fires skill, make wild tea, track animals, cook food over beds of red hot coals and so much more! Our winter camp will evolve throughout the week, bringing us together in a deep experience of wilderness living.

Green Building Series: Rehabbing Old Windows

Thursday February 23, 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

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With a few simple repairs and improvements, you can make your old windows perform as well as new ones. This seminar features two local professionals who will give you all the tools to bring your old windows into the 21st Century while maintaining their charm.

Tompkins County Agriculture Summit

Friday February 24, 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Local farmers will share their success stories as part of the Tompkins County Agriculture Summit planned for Friday, February 24th from 9am to 4pm at the Dryden V.F.W. Featured speakers will be Patrick Hooker, former NYS Agriculture Commissioner, and Phil Gotshall, a noted agriculture and community development consultant. The Summit is presented by the Tompkins County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County as a way to showcase the diversity and productivity of Tompkins County Farms.

ICG Winter Sprouts at Mama Goose

Monday February 27, 10:30 AM -11:30 AM

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Join the Ithaca Children's Garden for stories of plants, gardens, and nature plus hands-on activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers. FREE! For more information or to RSVP: Leigh MacDonald-Rizzo, Education Coordinator 272-2292 x186.

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday February 27, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday February 27, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

ServSafe® Food Safety Basics

Tuesday February 28, 12:30 PM -4:30 PM

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This 4-hour class is designed for food service employees, job seekers, volunteers, and anyone involved in food preparation outside the home. It is based on the ServSafe® program of the National Restaurant Association, and will cover: the basics of foodborne illness; purchasing, receiving, and storing food; preparing, cooking, and serving; cleaning, and sanitizing. Participants receive a certificate upon completing this workshop. Fee: $40 per person, includes book and all printed materials.

Home Fruit Production

Tuesday February 28, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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This 2-part workshop series will cover tree and berry fruits, and how to get started growing them at home! Participants may take one or both workshops. These classes are geared for the serious home gardener or beginning farmer exploring fruit growing options. Tree fruit will be covered on Tuesday, 2/28 and berries will be discussed on 3/14. Both classes will be taught by Molly Shaw, Cooperative Extension Fruit & Vegetable Specialist. Details below.

Green Building Series: Affordable Green Building

Thursday March 1, 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

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Two local experts will discuss different strategies for keeping your green building projects affordable, including the decision-making process that goes into incorporating green building practices and materials that are healthy, safe, resource-efficient, and durable but that don't cost a premium. Scott Reynolds is the Director of Construction Services for Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, and Joe Laquatra is the Hazel E. Reed Human Ecology Extension Professor in Family Policy at Cornell University, whose teaching and research efforts focus on sustainable aspects of housing.

Community Supported Agriculture Fair

Saturday March 3, 12:00 PM -3:00 PM

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Community Supported Agriculture provides farmers with an established market prior to the production season and consumers with a weekly selection of just-harvested food. Attend the CSA Fair to learn about this partnership and meet farmers from CSA farms serving the Ithaca area. Farmers will have informational displays showcasing their operations and will be available to speak with interested community members. There will also be some fun, hands-on agricultural-related activities offered for children of all ages.

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday March 5, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

Breastfeeding for the Health of It

Monday March 5, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Are you a new or expectant mom who wants to nurse her baby? If so, you may qualify for free Breastfeeding Support.

Parents Apart®

Monday March 5, 6:00 PM -9:00 PM

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Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) cope during their separation or divorce. The workshop is taught by therapists and attorneys and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday March 6, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Overview of the Ins & Outs of Insurances

Thursday March 8, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, New York State Assistant Attorney General Mike Danaher will discuss insurance related issues. He will explore things consumers should consider when determining insurance needs; what insurance can and cannot do; and what to do if problems occur. The public is invited to attend. It is not necessary to register in advance for this free program.

Green Building Series: High-Efficiency Heating Systems

Thursday March 8, 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

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So, you've made your home as energy-efficient as possible and now your old boiler isn't just inefficient, it's oversized! There are a lot of options these days. We'll discuss high-efficiency biomass and fossil fuel-fired systems, mini-splits, geothermal, masonry heaters, and more, including how heat-recovery ventilation works as part of the system.

POSNC: Parents of Special Needs Children

Monday March 12, 5:30 PM -8:00 PM

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Meet other parents, make connections, share information and learn about resources at the next POSNC Support Group Meeting in Groton! All parents/caregivers are welcome! Topics change at each meeting; "Read More" for dates and topics! Meets in the Groton Elementary Cafeteria. FREE meal and childcare available. Please call (607) 272-2292 or email ebw52@cornell.edu to let us know if you will join us for the meal, and to reserve a spot for childcare (space is limited!).

Home Fruit Production

Wednesday March 14, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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This 2-part workshop series will cover tree and berry fruits, and how to get started growing them at home! Participants may take one or both workshops. These classes are geared for the serious home gardener or beginning farmer exploring fruit growing options. Tree fruit will be covered on Tuesday, 2/28 and berries will be discussed on 3/14. Both classes will be taught by Molly Shaw, Cooperative Extension Fruit & Vegetable Specialist. Details below.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday March 15, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Sister-Friends Celebration

Thursday March 15, 11:30 AM -1:30 PM

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Join us for this fun and festive annual luncheon that celebrates women of all ages and their relationships. Held at Ithaca College's Emerson Suites, the event features performances by young girls, teens, women and elders, with special guest speaker Rachel Lampert, Artistic Director of the Kitchen Theater. A Women's Market with products by women entrepreneurs runs from 10:00-3:00, buffet luncheon at 11:30, and program from 12:00-1:30. Tickets are $20/person and are available from GIAC and the Multicultural Resource Center. For more information please call Audrey J.

Winter Worm Composting Class

Saturday March 17, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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No backyard is needed - learn all you need to know to set up and maintain an indoor worm composting bin in this workshop. Every household leaves with a starter bin and worms. Children are welcome with an accompanying adult. Fee: $10 includes starter bin & worms. Register early at (607) 272-2292. Space is limited! Contact Adam Michaelides at acm1@cornell.edu with questions.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday March 20, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Emerald Ash Borer Educational Workshop

Tuesday March 20, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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Join City of Ithaca Foresty Technician Jeanne Grace and Cornell Entomologist Mark Whitmore for this information session on the Emerald Ash Borer, a pest that is likely to invade ash trees our area in the next 10 years.

Beautification Brigade Volunteer Training

Wednesday March 21, 6:00 PM -8:30 PM

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The Beautification Brigade takes care of public flower plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and help keep Ithaca gorgeous. Free dinner provided at the trainings. FREE and open to anyone who wishes to volunteer with the program. Contact Dan Klein at dek22@cornell.edu, or call (607) 272-2292 for more information or a volunteer application.

Training will take place on Wednesdays, March 21 & 28, from 6:00-8:30 pm

Getting Started with Vegetable Gardening

Thursday March 22, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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This class for the beginning vegetable gardener will be offered twice this year! Learn where to site your garden, how to prepare the soil, how to start seeds, how to plant, when to mulch, which easy veggies to try first, and so on. Patricia Curran, Horticulture Educator, will also discuss favorite varieties, container gardening, and harvesting tips. Pre-registration is recommended; call (607) 272-2292.

Garden Slide Show: Colorado Wildflowers

Saturday March 24, 2:00 PM -3:30 PM

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Get a glimpse of the magnificent wildflowers growing at 12,0000 ft elevation in Colorado's mountain tundra in this garden slide show with Master Gardener Carol Eichler. Carol will present slides from the guided day trips she took during the North American Rock Garden Society's Conference in 2010.

Beautification Brigade Volunteer Training

Wednesday March 28, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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The Beautification Brigade takes care of public flower plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and help keep Ithaca gorgeous. Free dinner provided at the trainings. FREE and open to anyone who wishes to volunteer with the program. Contact Dan Klein at dek22@cornell.edu, or call (607) 272-2292 for more information or a volunteer application.

Training will take place on Wednesdays, March 21 & 28, from 6:00-8:30 pm

Compost Workshops-Groton

Thursday March 29, 6:30 PM -8:00 PM

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Come to the Groton Library for this FREE 2-part series with experts from CCE-Tompkins' Compost Education Program who will introduce you to the joys of home composting! Take one or both sessions!

January 18 - "Compost Curious" - is for those with no composting experience. We will discuss the benefits of composting (for you, your wallet, and the world), go over some basic compost science, and provide information on how to set up and manage a home compost bin.

Shade Garden Flowers & Ferns

Thursday March 29, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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Tired of hiding from the sun? Enjoy the partial shade garden instead! Perennial flowers, wildflowers, ferns, sedges, and small shrubs can all be enjoyed in the dappled shade of trees or larger shrubs. Find out the best ones!

Learn to Prune Trees & Shrubs

Monday April 2, 7:00 PM -8:30 PM

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Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a FREE training series for individuals who wish to volunteer with the Citizen Pruner Program and for members of the general public. Three workshops and a hands-on pruning session will be offered this year:

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday April 3, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

AgStravaganza!

Saturday April 7, 10:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Learn about agriculture at this FREE fun, family event! There will be educational exhibits and lots of hands-on activities. Find out what cows eat, sample cheese and ice cream, take a Stick Horse Ride, meet the Dairy Princess and Ronnie Raindrop, visit with farmers from a variety of different operations and pet a bunny. Bring a water sample from home and the 4-H20 Water Monitors Club will pH-test it for you. Just outside, visit with a pony, goats, sheep and lamb, calves, and a cow, and climb into some really big farm equipment.

Learn to Prune Trees & Shrubs

Monday April 9, 7:00 PM -8:30 PM

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Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a FREE training series for individuals who wish to volunteer with the Citizen Pruner Program and for members of the general public. Three workshops and a hands-on pruning session will be offered this year:

Retiring from Driving: in Newfield

Tuesday April 10, 10:00 AM -12:00 PM

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This FREE presentation, "Retiring from Driving: It isn't the End", sponsored by Way2Go and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, will educate participants about how to approach retiring from driving, and what resources there are in Tompkins County to aid in transportation after driving retirement. Topics will include medical transportation (in and out of the county), transportation for daily tasks and beneficial programs offered to help keep seniors active after retiring from driving.

Home Improvement Scams

Thursday April 12, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

POSNC: Parents of Special Needs Children

Monday April 16, 5:30 PM -8:00 PM

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Meet other parents, make connections, share information and learn about resources at the next POSNC Support Group Meeting in Groton! All parents/caregivers are welcome! Topics change at each meeting; "Read More" for dates and topics! Meets in the Groton Elementary Cafeteria. FREE meal and childcare available. Please call (607) 272-2292 or email ebw52@cornell.edu to let us know if you will join us for the meal, and to reserve a spot for childcare (space is limited!).

Learn to Prune Trees & Shrubs

Monday April 16, 7:00 PM -8:30 PM

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Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a FREE training series for individuals who wish to volunteer with the Citizen Pruner Program and for members of the general public. Three workshops and a hands-on pruning session will be offered this year:

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Wednesday April 18, 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday April 19, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Why Do You Parent The Way You Do?

Thursday April 19, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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Many factors influence our children and how we parent. Every family, every child is different and unique. Why do we do what we do? Why do we make the decisions we make? Come together with others to share information and discuss issues that directly influence parenting and family life in this FREE 6- week series, led by trained facilitators Jenna Stroud and Edna Brown. Workshop discussion topics include: parenting styles and discipline, child development, cultural influences, and environmental issues.

Parents Apart®

Saturday April 21, 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) cope during their separation or divorce. The workshop is taught by therapists and attorneys and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops.

Learn to Prune Trees & Shrubs

Monday April 23, 5:30 PM -7:00 PM

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Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a FREE training series for individuals who wish to volunteer with the Citizen Pruner Program and for members of the general public. Three workshops and a hands-on pruning session will be offered this year:

ServSafe Food Manager Certification Course

Tuesday April 17, 8:30 AM -5:30 PM

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This nationally recognized and accredited food safety training course is offered over two days and provides participants with nationally-recognized certification in food safety. The certification course is administered through the National Restaurant Association and offered at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County several times per year by a certified ServSafe instructor who is also a Cornell Cooperative Extension educator.

Fee of $165 is due at the time of registration, and includes textbook, all printed materials, certification exam and light refreshments.

Why Do You Parent The Way You Do?

Thursday April 26, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

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Many factors influence our children and how we parent. Every family, every child is different and unique. Why do we do what we do? Why do we make the decisions we make? Come together with others to share information and discuss issues that directly influence parenting and family life in this FREE 6- week series, led by trained facilitators Jenna Stroud and Edna Brown. Workshop discussion topics include: parenting styles and discipline, child development, cultural influences, and environmental issues.

Duck Drop

Sunday April 29, 2:00 PM -2:15 PM

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Ducks Drop at 2 pm into Cascadilla Falls, at Cascadilla Gorge Park, University Avenue & Linn Street.

Follow the ducks down Cascadilla Street as they race down the creek to the finish line at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County (CCE-Tompkins). While you wait to hear the winners announced at CCE-Tompkins, visit our Compost Fair or other displays. Refreshments and restrooms available at CCE-Tompkins.

Compost Fair

Sunday April 29, 11:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Celebrate spring's arrival by stopping by the Compost Fair for a guaranteed good time! This year's fair will be in conjunction with the 4H Duck Race. Admission is FREE to both events and open to the public.

4-H Rubber Duck Race & Fun Run

Sunday April 29, 10:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Come watch 3600 bright yellow rubber ducks tumble over Cascadilla Falls then bob down the creek in a frantic and fabulous race to the 4-H Education Center on Willow Avenue. A Fun Run/Walkathon starts at 10:00 am. Great prizes are given for both the 4-H Duck Race and Fun Run/Walkathon. Duck chances are $5/duck or a flock of 5 for $20.

Emerald Ash Borer Volunteer Training

Saturday May 5, 9:00 AM -12:00 PM

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Volunteers are needed to help get the word out about the Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive pest that destroys Ash trees. This training session will be held both indoors and out, and will equip volunteers to staff tables at community events, answer questions, and help property owners to identify ash trees on their properties. Meeting location TBA. Please contact Monika Roth at (607) 272-2292 or email mr55@cornell.edu if you are interested in volunteering.

Parents Apart®

Monday May 7, 6:00 PM -9:00 PM

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Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) cope during their separation or divorce. The workshop is taught by therapists and attorneys and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops.

Tenant / Landlord Rights & Responsibilities

Thursday May 10, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

POSNC: Parents of Special Needs Children

Monday May 14, 5:30 PM -8:00 PM

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Meet other parents, make connections, share information and learn about resources at the next POSNC Support Group Meeting in Groton! All parents/caregivers are welcome! Topics change at each meeting; "Read More" for dates and topics! Meets in the Groton Elementary Cafeteria. FREE meal and childcare available. Please call (607) 272-2292 or email ebw52@cornell.edu to let us know if you will join us for the meal, and to reserve a spot for childcare (space is limited!).

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday May 15, 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday May 17, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Spring Garden Fair & Plant Sale

Saturday May 19, 9:00 AM -1:00 PM

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Cooperative Extension Master Gardener volunteers, over 40 area growers, and other garden groups offer perennials, specialty plants and gardening advice.

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail

Saturday May 26, 10:00 AM -5:00 PM

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Learn about the wonderful variety of cheeses produced here in the Finger Lakes by visiting our local cheese producers and sampling their products. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. Great cheeses are being made, ranging from English style raw milk cheddars, cheese curd, gouda and swiss types from dairy cow

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail

Sunday May 27, 10:00 AM -5:00 PM

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Learn about the wonderful variety of cheeses produced here in the Finger Lakes by visiting our local cheese producers and sampling their products. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. Great cheeses are being made, ranging from English style raw milk cheddars, cheese curd, gouda and swiss types from dairy cow

Retiring from Driving: in Lansing

Wednesday May 30, 10:30 AM -12:00 PM

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This FREE presentation, "Retiring from Driving: It isn't the End", sponsored by Way2Go and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, will educate participants about how to approach retiring from driving, and what resources there are in Tompkins County to aid in transportation after driving retirement. Topics will include medical transportation (in and out of the county), transportation for daily tasks and beneficial programs offered to help keep seniors active after retiring from driving.

Retiring from Driving: at Lifelong

Tuesday June 5, 1:00 PM -3:00 PM

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This FREE presentation, "Retiring from Driving: It isn't the End" sponsored by Way2Go and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, will educate participants about how to approach retiring from driving, and what resources there are in Tompkins County to aid in transportation after driving retirement. Topics will include medical transportation (in and out of the county), transportation for daily tasks and beneficial programs offered to help keep seniors active after retiring from driving.

Parents Apart®

Saturday June 9, 9:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) cope during their separation or divorce. The workshop is taught by therapists and attorneys and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops.

POSNC: Parents of Special Needs Children

Monday June 11, 5:30 PM -8:00 PM

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Meet other parents, make connections, share information and learn about resources at the next POSNC Support Group Meeting in Groton! All parents/caregivers are welcome! Topics change at each meeting; "Read More" for dates and topics! Meets in the Groton Elementary Cafeteria. FREE meal and childcare available. Please call (607) 272-2292 or email ebw52@cornell.edu to let us know if you will join us for the meal, and to reserve a spot for childcare (space is limited!).

Being a Wise Consumer in the Utility Market

Thursday June 14, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday June 19, 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday June 21, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Update on Consumer Frauds & Scams

Thursday July 12, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday July 17, 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday July 19, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Open Days Garden Tour - Nancy Ridenour Garden

Saturday August 4, 10:00 AM -4:00 PM

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Featured in our 2010 Open Days Tour, this very special garden returns for 2012! The highlight of the gardens behind this house is a large lotus pond nestled behind several gardens filled with a variety of annuals and perennials. There should be more than thirty blooms of the elegant lotus flower open for viewing. Look for the copper and cement sculptures distributed throughout the gardens. Before you leave, take time to visit Lotus Studios on the property to view photographic interpretations of the lotus and other flowers, as well as scenes from travels and Cornell University.

Avoiding & Resolving Problems with Car Purchases & Repairs

Thursday August 9, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

Tompkins County Coalition for Families

Thursday August 16, 8:15 AM -9:30 AM

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Join with parents, volunteers and agency staff members to strengthen our community for children, youth and families! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues. All are welcome! every 3rd Thursday, 8:15 am - 9:30 am at the CCE-Tompkins Education Center.8:15 - Networking & tea/coffee 8:30 - Introductions & Announcements... bring your announcements & handouts 8:45 - Dialogue and/or guest speaker9:30 - 10:00 Follow-up

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Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Tuesday August 21, 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail

Saturday August 25, 10:00 AM -5:00 PM

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Learn about the wonderful variety of cheeses produced here in the Finger Lakes by visiting our local cheese producers and sampling their products. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. Great cheeses are being made, ranging from English style raw milk cheddars, cheese curd, gouda and swiss types from dairy cow

Tenant/Landlord Rights & Responsibilities

Thursday September 13, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7 am, 1 pm & 7 pm.

Raising Livestock Workshop Series

Monday September 17, 6:00 PM -8:00 PM

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Looking for something to do with your land? New York's Southern Tier is well suited for pasture-based livestock production. If you want to have animals and sell pasture-raised meats, this series of classes is for you. Learn from the experiences of other successful farmers, and from Cornell Cooperative Extension educators.

Preparing for Livestock:

This first set of 2012 winter classes are at the county office building on 56 Main St, Owego, Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm.

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail

Saturday October 6, 10:00 AM -5:00 PM

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Learn about the wonderful variety of cheeses produced here in the Finger Lakes by visiting our local cheese producers and sampling their products. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. Great cheeses are being made, ranging from English style raw milk cheddars, cheese curd, gouda and swiss types from dairy cow

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail

Sunday October 7, 10:00 AM -5:00 PM

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Learn about the wonderful variety of cheeses produced here in the Finger Lakes by visiting our local cheese producers and sampling their products. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. Great cheeses are being made, ranging from English style raw milk cheddars, cheese curd, gouda and swiss types from dairy cow

Consumer's Rights & Responsibilities in the Marketplace

Thursday October 11, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

Charitable Giving Update

Thursday November 8, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

Finger Lakes Cheese Trail

Saturday November 17, 10:00 AM -5:00 PM

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Learn about the wonderful variety of cheeses produced here in the Finger Lakes by visiting our local cheese producers and sampling their products. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. Great cheeses are being made, ranging from English style raw milk cheddars, cheese curd, gouda and swiss types from dairy cow

Avoiding Consumer Problems on the Internet

Thursday December 13, 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

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In this Consumer Issues Program, a NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer problems until 1:00 pm. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.

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