Pasta Party for Tburg RYS Friday, November 1, 2019 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm American Legion - Arthur E. Bouton Post #770, 4431 East Seneca Road , Trumansburg, New York 14886 Trumansburg/Ulysses Rural Youth Services program will host this "Pasta Party" fundraiser.  Meal includes pasta & sauce, salad, garlic bread and a dessert.Meat, Vegetarian, and Gluten-free options are available. Proceeds support Trumansburg/Ulysses Rural Youth Services programs. $6 (under 12), $12 (adult), $30 (family - max 6 people) Ethan Cramton, egc24@cornell.edu, Cell: (607) 592-5111; CCE: (607) 272-2292 (Voicemail #227) ========================================= Winterizing Your Garden Wednesday, November 6, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The key to GREAT Spring gardening is good Fall preparation!  Learn how to "put your garden to bed" for the winter: prepare your property and protect your soil from winter cold and spring rains, ensure optimal nutrition and soil tilth for great gardening the rest of the year. Fee: $10-$20/person self-determined sliding scale, no one will be turned away.  Self-determined sliding scale, no one will be turned away. ($10-$20 suggested) Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Community Café Host Training Friday, November 8, 2019 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555  Learn how to host a successful Community Café, and become a leader for stronger families in our community. This facilitated training is based on World Café principles, now being used in Community Cafés held across Tompkins County.  All are welcome! Bring a friend or two from your community! Light lunch will be provided.  COST: FREE for those who live or work in Tompkins County; $50 for others. Some scholarships available.  Pre–registration is required. Space is limited so don’t delay! Register by November 6 DEADLINE on the "Learn More" link below and we'll provide FREE childcare!  When registering please let us know # of children and their ages. For more information, questions, or help with registration; call 607-272-2292 What is a Community Café? A Café is a community conversation hosted by parents and community partners Café conversations spark leadership to develop the supportive relationships necessary to strengthen families Cafés support culturally diverse families to work together for a common cause Cafés help to engage and empower families For more information on Community Cafés model visit: www.thecommunitycafe.com http://www.theworldcafe.com http://www.ctfalliance.org/initiative_parents-2.htm FREE for those who live or work in Tompkins County; $50 for others. Some scholarships available. Anna Steinkraus, ams69@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 145 ========================================= CCE-Tompkins Annual Meeting & Breakfast Tuesday, November 12, 2019 8:00 am - 10:00 am The Space @ GreenStar, 700 West Buffalo Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 ENJOY...a delicious breakfast buffet. Selections include scrambled local eggs (or tofu scramble), home fried potatoes, bacon/tempeh bacon, fresh fruit salad, juice, coffee and teas. $15 per person in advance. Some scholarship assistance is available. LEARN... about helping communities to thrive through programs that combine youth development, nature and sports, with featured speaker Gichuki Francis, CEO of Tabasamu Afrika Hub in Kitale, Kenya. Gichuki has worked extensively in Kenya and internationally in youth and community development and will offer workshops in partnership with several local organizations during his 4-week stay in Ithaca. CELEBRATE... the achievements of our retiring board and program committee members. SHARE... your thoughts on our major program directions. CCE-Tompkins’ connections in the community are among its greatest assets. We invite your input on how our work can support your interests and needs! MEET...community members, collaborators, and others who share interests in Extension’s work. A brief meeting to elect board members will follow. Register Online:  bit.ly/2019CCEAnnualMeeting Please reserve by Monday, November 11th at Noon to ensure a seat. $15/person breakfast Sandy Repp, sjr37@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 ext 158 ========================================= Farmland Webinars Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Tuesday October 15th, 6:30-8:00pm —How to Market My Farmland , Guest Speaker: Jennifer Fimbal, CCE Dutchess County — so you have some land, but aren’t using it. Or maybe you want someone to farm it but don’t know where to start. During this workshop we will learn different methods for reaching out to both the agricultural and realtor communities to find someone interested in utilizing your land. Tuesday October 29th, 6:30-8pm —Where do I find farmland & Can I afford it? Guest Speakers: Michael Parker (National Young Farmer Coalition) & Alex Morency (American Farmland Trust-NY) We’ll learn about the FindingFarmland Calculator designed by the National Young Farmer Coalition & the NYFarmlandFinder designed by American Farmland Trust-NY, learn how to use them together to find farmland and gain the information necessary when approaching a lender.Tuesday November 12th, 6:30-8pm — Understanding Appropriate Agricultural Land Uses and Setting Realistic Land Values , Guest Speaker: Nicole Tommell (CNY Dairy, Field Crops & Livestock team) — whether you are a landowner, or looking for farmland, understanding the best/most appropriate land uses, as well as it’s value are paramount to getting started on the right food. Join us as we learn how to set realistic land values and understand how to evaluate land for appropriate farm uses. Tuesday November 26th, 6:30-8pm — Leasing — Whether you are pursuing an agricultural assessment, or are looking to formalize an agreement for agricultural land use, leases are one potential tool. They do not need to be complicated, but should include several key features which outline roles, expectations, and terms, just to name a few. Join us as we learn how to properly put together a farmland lease that protects both parties.Cost & Registration: Webinars cost $5 each to attend (per person or couple), payable at the door. To register, email mr55@cornell.edu or call 607-272-2292. Pre-registration is appreciated. $5/webinar (person or couple) payable at the door Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= Native Plants for Beneficial Insects Wednesday, November 13, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Choosing the right plants can turn your yard into an oasis for beneficial insects and pollinators from butterflies to bees to assassin bugs. Whether you have sun or shade, clay or sand, dry or wet, there are predator and pollinator-friendly plants that can thrive in your environment. Learn how to provide shelter and food for these critical species. Help reverse habitat loss by creating your own beneficial insect-friendly garden and landscape. Self-determined sliding scale fee, $10-$25/person Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= ​4-H Thread Café Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell University Human Ecology Building, 37 Forest Home Drive , Ithaca, New York 14853 The 4-H Thread Café Club has room for a few new members aged 10-to-13 who want to learn how to knit or crochet or improve their needlework skills. The club is organized and skills are taught by Katarina Goodge, an MS Fiber Science Student with the Frey Research Group at Cornell University. In this project-based program, students will learn the basics of both knitting and crocheting, including how to cast on, bind off, basic stitches of knitting and purling, single and double crochet, increase and decreasing stitches, following pattern directions and characteristics of different yarns. The goal is for each student to complete two projects: one in knitting, another in crochet. Parents of participants sign up to provide snacks, and are welcome to stay for meetings and help members with their projects. The 4-H Thread Café meets on alternating Tuesdays (except for holidays) from 6:30-7:30pm starting November 19th. Students are expected to practice skills between meetings. The cost of the program is $15 for 4-H County Membership fee. Participants will need to obtain their own knitting needles, all other yarn and supplies will be provided. Space is limited, please contact Katarina at keg222@cornell.edu to register for the program and with any questions.Volunteers Wanted: We are looking for parents/adults with experience to volunteer to help teach the basic knitting or crocheting skills.Directions: Park in the lot across the road or park in the Forest Home parking garage then walk up the stairs on the right side of the building and watch for someone to direct you to the meeting location. The cost of the program is $15 and includes all supplies and materials needed andsnacks. $15/person, 4-H County Membership fee ========================================= A Moment of Truth–The Climate Reality Project Thursday, November 21, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Tom Hirasuna, from The Climate Reality Leadership Corps, will present “A Moment of Truth” as a part of the “24 Hours of Reality: Truth in Action” lectures which are taking place worldwide on 11/20-11/21, 2019. Recent weather events clearly demonstrate that we must change our behavior and attitudes. New developments in technology give hope that we can change. The key question to consider now is, “Will we change?” Some of Climate Reality’s recent efforts in New York State and how to get involved now will also be highlighted. FREE Karim Beers, kwb6@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Ext. #186 ========================================= Stream Buffer Workshop Thursday, November 21, 2019 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tompkins Center for History & Culture, The Commons 110 North Tioga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 This lively event will provide municipal officials, board members, conservationists and others interested in protecting streams and wetlands with tools that improve water quality, and reduce flooding and property loss in a changing climate. Light dinner will be provided. To register, contact Maria Christian at mjc72@cornell.edu or 607-272-2292. Please indicate your role (if any) with an organization such as a planning board, citizen group, agency, etc. 5:00-5:30 Riparian Buffers 101: Why are buffers important and how are they vulnerable? Lydia Brinkley, Upper Susquehanna Coalition 5:30-6:00 Ordinances/Site Review: Tips and tools to protect buffers at the municipal level. Scott Doyle, Tompkins County Planning and Sustainability 6:00-6:15Dinner 6:15-6:35 Watershed Planning: Ways to identify and prioritize stream buffers in need of improvement. Kristen Hychka, NYS Water Resources Institute 6:35-7:00 Project Implementation: How to implement a stream/buffer restoration projects and funding options available. Lydia Brinkley 7:00-7:30 Case Studies: Lessons learned from stream restoration projects in Tompkins County. Angel Hinickle, Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District; Scott Doyle, and Lydia Brinkley 7:30-8:00 Q & A  This training may count for your training credits, such as for planning board members. Please check with your local municipality. Certificates will be provided documenting 2.5 hours of training. $10/person payable by credit card in advance or cash/check at the door. Maria Christian, mjc72@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 130 ========================================= Bokashi Composting Workshop Saturday, November 23, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 This Japanese composting technique involves natural fermentation and offers a way for people to manage food scraps. The liquid produced can be used to water houseplants while the food scraps are pre-digested, and can then be composted or buried in the soil to finish. Join local bokashi enthusiasts to learn about the practice and go home with your own bokashi starter kit. Fee: $10 per household.Register online through the link below, or by calling (607) 272-2292. $10 per household includes starter bin Adam Michaelides, acm1@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 124 ========================================= Press Bay Holiday Market Tuesday, November 26, 2019 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Press Bay Alley, 116-118 West Green Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 Come on down to Press Bay Alley and the newly renovated Press Bay Court to beat the crowds at the grocery stores and stock up on all of the supplies you'll need for a delicious, seasonal, and locally-sourced holiday feast. This market will feature local farmers and food producers selling everything you need for your holiday  celebration!  All the wonderful stores in the Alley will also remain open during the market too! Please contact Matt at CCE-Tompkins (607) 272-2292 with any questions. DECEMBER VENDORS: Bespoke Apothecary: Honey, produce, herbal goods and skin care products. 70 in total!Big Rock Farm: Honey, Shetland wool products. Bottomland Farm: Pasture raised pork, chicken, rabbitCrosswinds Farm & Creamery: cows' milk cheeses, beef, pork, hay, Golden Grove Farm: Wool roving, wool dryer balls, wool ornaments Gorges Confections: Cookies, marshmallows Laughing Goat Fiber: Hats, mittens, gloves, socks, scarves, shawls, blankets Little Leaf Meadworks/Ithaca Honey Works: Mead, honey, bee goods, bee themed seasonal gifts.Littletree Orchards: apple cider, apples, vinegar, sauce, apple chips, apple butter MacDonald Farms: Naturally fermented probiotic foods: pickles, krauts, kimchis, etc. MoJo's Sauce: Local small batch hot sauce.Nook & Cranny Farm: greens and roots and winter squash Pendragon's Bouquet: Dairy and gluten free genoise (cake) Silver Fox Farm: Micro greens / jumbo fancy cupcakes South Hill Cider: Hard cider Steinhaus Farm: Maple syrup SVS Wine Flour: Wine Flour, Baked Goods, Host/Hostess Gifts Wide Awake Bakery: Baked goodsWindsong Farm: Beef, lamb, duck, jams and speciality syrups, dried flowers, wool products Youth Farm Project: Potatoes, onions, kale, jam, chickens, herbs, celery FREE! ========================================= Farmland Webinars Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Tuesday October 15th, 6:30-8:00pm —How to Market My Farmland , Guest Speaker: Jennifer Fimbal, CCE Dutchess County — so you have some land, but aren’t using it. Or maybe you want someone to farm it but don’t know where to start. During this workshop we will learn different methods for reaching out to both the agricultural and realtor communities to find someone interested in utilizing your land. Tuesday October 29th, 6:30-8pm —Where do I find farmland & Can I afford it? Guest Speakers: Michael Parker (National Young Farmer Coalition) & Alex Morency (American Farmland Trust-NY) We’ll learn about the FindingFarmland Calculator designed by the National Young Farmer Coalition & the NYFarmlandFinder designed by American Farmland Trust-NY, learn how to use them together to find farmland and gain the information necessary when approaching a lender.Tuesday November 12th, 6:30-8pm — Understanding Appropriate Agricultural Land Uses and Setting Realistic Land Values , Guest Speaker: Nicole Tommell (CNY Dairy, Field Crops & Livestock team) — whether you are a landowner, or looking for farmland, understanding the best/most appropriate land uses, as well as it’s value are paramount to getting started on the right food. Join us as we learn how to set realistic land values and understand how to evaluate land for appropriate farm uses. Tuesday November 26th, 6:30-8pm — Leasing — Whether you are pursuing an agricultural assessment, or are looking to formalize an agreement for agricultural land use, leases are one potential tool. They do not need to be complicated, but should include several key features which outline roles, expectations, and terms, just to name a few. Join us as we learn how to properly put together a farmland lease that protects both parties.Cost & Registration: Webinars cost $5 each to attend (per person or couple), payable at the door. To register, email mr55@cornell.edu or call 607-272-2292. Pre-registration is appreciated. $5/webinar (person or couple) payable at the door Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, December 5, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Evergreen Wreath Making - LOCATION CHANGE - NOW AT CCE 615 WILLOW AVE Friday, December 6, 2019 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Make a beautiful evergreen wreath to decorate your home for the holidays! A variety of fresh-cut greens, a wreath ring, wires, and ribbons are supplied. Bring any special decorating materials you would like to use to personalize your wreath such as dried chili peppers, ornaments, or winter berries. Wear casual clothes and bring pruning shears and gloves. Space is limited to 15 per class!  Online registration and pre-payment are required. Register here online:Friday Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1758&reset=1Saturday Morning Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1757&reset=1Saturday Afternoon Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1740&reset=1NOTE The class location has been changed to CCE Tompkins, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca. $25-35 sliding scale/person includes materials. Pre-registration & pre-payment required. Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Evergreen Wreath Making - LOCATION CHANGE - NOW AT CCE 615 WILLOW AVE Saturday, December 7, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Make a beautiful evergreen wreath to decorate your home for the holidays! A variety of fresh-cut greens, a wreath ring, wires, and ribbons are supplied. Bring any special decorating materials you would like to use to personalize your wreath such as dried chili peppers, ornaments, or winter berries. Wear casual clothes and bring pruning shears and gloves. Space is limited to 15 per class!  Online registration and pre-payment are required. Register here online:Friday Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1758&reset=1Saturday Morning Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1757&reset=1Saturday Afternoon Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1740&reset=1NOTE The class location has been changed to CCE Tompkins, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca. $25-35 sliding scale/person includes materials. Pre-registration & pre-payment required. Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Evergreen Wreath Making - LOCATION CHANGE - NOW AT CCE 615 WILLOW AVE Saturday, December 7, 2019 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Make a beautiful evergreen wreath to decorate your home for the holidays! A variety of fresh-cut greens, a wreath ring, wires, and ribbons are supplied. Bring any special decorating materials you would like to use to personalize your wreath such as dried chili peppers, ornaments, or winter berries. Wear casual clothes and bring pruning shears and gloves. Space is limited to 15 per class!  Online registration and pre-payment are required. Register here online:Friday Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1758&reset=1Saturday Morning Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1757&reset=1Saturday Afternoon Class: http://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1740&reset=1NOTE The class location has been changed to CCE Tompkins, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca. $25-35 sliding scale/person includes materials. Pre-registration & pre-payment required. Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Energize Lansing! Tuesday, December 10, 2019 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm The Crossroads Bar & Grille, 3120 N Triphammer Rd , Lansing , NY 14882 Energize Lansing! Come to get inspired to take actions to reduce our carbon footprint and use energy more wisely. Hear from local organizations on the many steps large and small we can all take to make a BIG impact on our Green House Gas emissions and save money along the way. Sustainable Fingerlakes, Get Your Greenback, Heat Smart Tompkins, and Cooperative Extension's Climate and Energy Outreach Team and other local organizations will share information on local energy organizing, DIY actions to cut down your energy use, and financial incentives currently available for larger impact upgrades.One Quarter of the Green House Gas emissions of Tompkins County residents comes from home energy use. Another third of local emissions comes from driving cars and other forms of motorized transportation.* There are many things everyone can do to limit burning of fossil fuels and address the pressing issue of climate change. Governments around the country are establishing important emissions reductions goals including the City of Ithaca's Green New Deal and Tompkins County's Energy Road map. Lansing currently has a powerful opportunity to dramatically cut back on fossil fuel use as a moratorium on new Natural Gas developments has been implemented by NYSEG. As more and more Lansing residents are taking stock of their fossil fuel use, the potential grows to demonstrate the many effective alternatives to using Natural Gas to power our lives. With so many new opportunities emerging, this event is intended to inspire people to get engaged and offer an assortment of options so that everyone leaves with something tangible they can do to make a difference.*Getting Our Greenback magazine; Get Your Greenback Tompkins. 2014 Free ========================================= Annual Holiday Pottery Sale Wednesday, December 11, 2019 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Renata Wadsworth Pottery Studio, 326 Gunderman Road , Ithaca, New York 14850 For a 13th year, Renata Wadsworth Pottery will host a Holiday Pottery Sale to benefit the Healthy Food For All subsidized CSA program, which makes local produce accessible to families with limited incomes. You'll find amazing deals on locally made pottery, jewelry, hats, mittens, soaps, cards, and cutting boards—all crafted by hand by local artists. You'll find mugs, tumblers, pitchers, bowls, vases, teapots, plates, and so much more at ridiculously low prices, plus other locally made artisan crafts. Plus you’ll find a great selection of other artisan gifts including handmade jewelry, wooden cutting boards, bowls and pepper mills, soaps and mittens! The best part is that 10% of all sales go directly to Healthy Food For All, a non-profit program of Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension in partnership with local farms that makes fresh produce accessible to families with limited incomes. You will be sure to find something you love at a great price while supporting local artists, local farmers and local families. MORE INFO info@renatawadsworth.com / (607) 227-4272 www.renatawadsworth.com/events or follow along on instagram @renatawadsworthpottery HFFA is a partnership of local farmers with CCE-Tompkins.  For more information, visit: www.HealthyFoodForAll.org Free Admission ========================================= Avoiding Consumer Problems on the Internet Thursday, December 12, 2019 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues program, Mike Danaher, NYS Assistant Attorney General, will explore ways for consumers to protect their identity, financial accounts, and personal information, and what they can do to resolve problems should they occur.After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Annual Holiday Pottery Sale Saturday, December 14, 2019 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Renata Wadsworth Pottery Studio, 326 Gunderman Road , Ithaca, New York 14850 For a 13th year, Renata Wadsworth Pottery will host a Holiday Pottery Sale to benefit the Healthy Food For All subsidized CSA program, which makes local produce accessible to families with limited incomes. You'll find amazing deals on locally made pottery, jewelry, hats, mittens, soaps, cards, and cutting boards—all crafted by hand by local artists. You'll find mugs, tumblers, pitchers, bowls, vases, teapots, plates, and so much more at ridiculously low prices, plus other locally made artisan crafts. Plus you’ll find a great selection of other artisan gifts including handmade jewelry, wooden cutting boards, bowls and pepper mills, soaps and mittens! The best part is that 10% of all sales go directly to Healthy Food For All, a non-profit program of Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension in partnership with local farms that makes fresh produce accessible to families with limited incomes. You will be sure to find something you love at a great price while supporting local artists, local farmers and local families. MORE INFO info@renatawadsworth.com / (607) 227-4272 www.renatawadsworth.com/events or follow along on instagram @renatawadsworthpottery HFFA is a partnership of local farmers with CCE-Tompkins.  For more information, visit: www.HealthyFoodForAll.org Free Admission ========================================= Annual Holiday Pottery Sale Sunday, December 15, 2019 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Renata Wadsworth Pottery Studio, 326 Gunderman Road , Ithaca, New York 14850 For a 13th year, Renata Wadsworth Pottery will host a Holiday Pottery Sale to benefit the Healthy Food For All subsidized CSA program, which makes local produce accessible to families with limited incomes. You'll find amazing deals on locally made pottery, jewelry, hats, mittens, soaps, cards, and cutting boards—all crafted by hand by local artists. You'll find mugs, tumblers, pitchers, bowls, vases, teapots, plates, and so much more at ridiculously low prices, plus other locally made artisan crafts. Plus you’ll find a great selection of other artisan gifts including handmade jewelry, wooden cutting boards, bowls and pepper mills, soaps and mittens! The best part is that 10% of all sales go directly to Healthy Food For All, a non-profit program of Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension in partnership with local farms that makes fresh produce accessible to families with limited incomes. You will be sure to find something you love at a great price while supporting local artists, local farmers and local families. MORE INFO info@renatawadsworth.com / (607) 227-4272 www.renatawadsworth.com/events or follow along on instagram @renatawadsworthpottery HFFA is a partnership of local farmers with CCE-Tompkins.  For more information, visit: www.HealthyFoodForAll.org Free Admission ========================================= Press Bay Holiday Market Monday, December 23, 2019 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Press Bay Alley, 116-118 West Green Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 Come on down to Press Bay Alley and the newly renovated Press Bay Court to beat the crowds at the grocery stores and stock up on all of the supplies you'll need for a delicious, seasonal, and locally-sourced holiday feast. This market will feature local farmers and food producers selling everything you need for your holiday  celebration!  All the wonderful stores in the Alley will also remain open during the market too! Please contact Matt at CCE-Tompkins (607) 272-2292 with any questions. DECEMBER VENDORS: Bespoke Apothecary: Honey, produce, herbal goods and skin care products. 70 in total!Big Rock Farm: Honey, Shetland wool products. Bottomland Farm: Pasture raised pork, chicken, rabbitCrosswinds Farm & Creamery: cows' milk cheeses, beef, pork, hay, Golden Grove Farm: Wool roving, wool dryer balls, wool ornaments Gorges Confections: Cookies, marshmallows Laughing Goat Fiber: Hats, mittens, gloves, socks, scarves, shawls, blankets Little Leaf Meadworks/Ithaca Honey Works: Mead, honey, bee goods, bee themed seasonal gifts.Littletree Orchards: apple cider, apples, vinegar, sauce, apple chips, apple butter MacDonald Farms: Naturally fermented probiotic foods: pickles, krauts, kimchis, etc. MoJo's Sauce: Local small batch hot sauce.Nook & Cranny Farm: greens and roots and winter squash Pendragon's Bouquet: Dairy and gluten free genoise (cake) Silver Fox Farm: Micro greens / jumbo fancy cupcakes South Hill Cider: Hard cider Steinhaus Farm: Maple syrup SVS Wine Flour: Wine Flour, Baked Goods, Host/Hostess Gifts Wide Awake Bakery: Baked goodsWindsong Farm: Beef, lamb, duck, jams and speciality syrups, dried flowers, wool products Youth Farm Project: Potatoes, onions, kale, jam, chickens, herbs, celery FREE! ========================================= CLOSED for New Year's Day Wednesday, January 1, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for New Year's Day. Kenneth J. Schlather, ks47@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.125 ========================================= Parents Apart® Monday, January 6, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Consumer Credit Issues Thursday, January 9, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 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. FREE ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= 2020 Fly Tying Workshop Series Saturday, January 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The Leon Chandler Chapter of Trout Unlimited and Tompkins County Cooperative Extension 4-H Program are proud to offer you (youth and adults) the finest in fly-fishing education, featuring some of the most talented angler/tiers in the state! This Introduction to Fly Tying features nine two-hour sessions with several different instructors who will teach you the basics of tying the dry fly, wet fly, nymph and streamer patterns that are the most effective in our area. All classes will be from 6:00-8:00pm on Saturdays, January 11 - March 7, 2020 at the Tompkins County Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue Ithaca, NY. Tuition includes nine weeks of instruction, all tools, hooks and tying materials. All students receive: complete tying kits (including vises, scissors and related tools); all tying materials necessary to complete the course and practice tying outside of the class (feathers, dubbing, hooks and related materials); as well as a comprehensive introductory text on Fly Tying. Tuition fees are $160 for adults (19 and up), $135 for children (between the ages of 13 and 18) and $235 for a child and adult combination. There are a limited number of partial scholarships available for children between the ages of 13 and 18. A 50% tuition deposit must accompany your application in order for us to hold your place. 2020 Registration $160/adult, $135/youth (under 19), $235 combined adult & youth Athena Steinkraus, ahs38@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 139 ========================================= 2020 Kids in the Kitchen Wednesday, January 15, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The kitchen may sometimes feel like the realm of adults where kids feel like they are just in the way. This winter, our expert team of foodies wants to help you find your place in the exciting, tasty and empowering world of cooking. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. Each week, you and your new friends will pack a lunch for school and prepare a nutritious dinner and eat together. You’ll also be in charge of the playlist!!!Who: 8-15 year oldsWhat: Class includes nutrition lessons, cooking lessons, gardening and agriculture awareness, field trips, sweet tunes and will culminate in family dinner on February 12. Where: CCE-Tompkins Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca, NYWhen: 5-7pm Wednesdays, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, and 2/12 (last meeting is 4-7pm for family meal with parents/guardians)Cost: Single class is offered on a self-determined sliding scale for $25-$45. Series of 5 classes for $125-$200, pay what you can afford.  Some scholarship assistance may be availableLimit 16, so sign up today!Registration Please visit the 'Learn More' link below to complete the registration form, provide your contact information and some other details, and indicate how you wish to pay for this class/series! $25-$45/class or $125-$200/series of 5 classes, includes Wednesday dinner + 1 packed lunch! Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= CLOSED for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 20, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday. Kenneth J. Schlather, ks47@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.125 ========================================= 2020 Kids in the Kitchen Wednesday, January 22, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The kitchen may sometimes feel like the realm of adults where kids feel like they are just in the way. This winter, our expert team of foodies wants to help you find your place in the exciting, tasty and empowering world of cooking. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. Each week, you and your new friends will pack a lunch for school and prepare a nutritious dinner and eat together. You’ll also be in charge of the playlist!!!Who: 8-15 year oldsWhat: Class includes nutrition lessons, cooking lessons, gardening and agriculture awareness, field trips, sweet tunes and will culminate in family dinner on February 12. Where: CCE-Tompkins Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca, NYWhen: 5-7pm Wednesdays, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, and 2/12 (last meeting is 4-7pm for family meal with parents/guardians)Cost: Single class is offered on a self-determined sliding scale for $25-$45. Series of 5 classes for $125-$200, pay what you can afford.  Some scholarship assistance may be availableLimit 16, so sign up today!Registration Please visit the 'Learn More' link below to complete the registration form, provide your contact information and some other details, and indicate how you wish to pay for this class/series! $25-$45/class or $125-$200/series of 5 classes, includes Wednesday dinner + 1 packed lunch! Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= Parenting: The Hardest Job in the World (Ithaca) Wednesday, January 22, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Southside Community Center, 305 South Plain Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 This FREE 8-class workshop led by  Serena Ward & Lucy Barrett 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!Class meets Wednesday evenings, 6:00-8:00pm for 8 sessions: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, & 26, and March 4 & 11, 2020. We will not meet if ICSD had cancelled after-school activities due to weather issues. NOTE: For FREE child care, Please register in advance. No one may join after January 29, 2020SIGN UP ONLINE HERE or on the "Learn More" link below. Questions? Please call (607) 272-2292 or email Jennifer Gray at jcg33@cornell.edu. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations Kick-Off Thursday, January 23, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 4-H Public Presentations is a program in which youth learn to create a presentation and develop the skills needed to present it before an audience. They learn about the research process and the steps needed to organize information into an interesting and creative presentation. Workshops geared for different levels of presentation experience.  All ages are welcomed but programming is designed for 8-12 year olds. Come learn about: The benefits of being a great public speaker How to choose a topic Different types of presentations How to prepare for a presentation And much more! Volunteers and Parents: Learn more about the program, learn about your role and how to guide 4-H'ers through creating their presentation.  All workshops will be fun and hands-on. We will start the night with a light dinner and an overview of the program. PIZZA DINNER PROVIDED  --  RSVP By January 22 at: Online RSVP HERE or contact Athena, ahs38@cornell.edu, 272-2292 FREE! But please RSVP! Athena Steinkraus, ahs38@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 139 ========================================= Sunday Slideshow: Primroses Sunday, January 26, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Join Elizabeth Lawson, naturalist, writer and lecturer specializing in horticulture and natural history as she explores the story of how abundant, edible, and beneficial primroses became so successful, circling the Earth, adapting to human civilization, and yet holding their own on inaccessible craggy summits where they may never be seen. Bringing together stories, facts and folklore from around the world, this is a delightful guide to the hugely popular flower that made it into Shakespeare's Plays and captured Darwin's imagination. Once you've been inspired, Mrs. Lawson will share her tips on propagating your own primroses.Mrs. Lawson will have books available for purchase. $5-$10 Suggested Donation at door Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Application deadline for 2020 Master Composter training Monday, January 27, 2020 8:00 am - 12:00 am CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Help promote responsible composting in Tompkins County as a Master Composter volunteer! Free training involves 20 hours of class time covering composting in depth, and 20 hours of volunteer time (the "practical internship"). After training, Master Composters give back to the community in a variety of outreach activities. The 2020 Master Composter volunteer training will be held each Thursday evening, 6:30 to 8:30pm from February 6 to April 30, 2020 at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, 615 Willow Avenue.To accommodate school breaks and holidays, class will not be held on three (3) Thursdays during this time period: Feb 20, Mar 12 and Apr 2. There are a total of 10 training classes, including a class that we prepare for the Compost Fair (to be held on Sunday, April 26, 2020) and graduation during the final class.More information, including the volunteer Job Description available online at http://ccetompkins.org/mc Application deadline: Monday, January 27; an online application is available.Contact Adam Michaelides at 607-272-2292 or acm1@cornell.edu to express interest or with any questions. FREE training with volunteer commitment Adam Michaelides, acm1@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 124 ========================================= 2020 Kids in the Kitchen Wednesday, January 29, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The kitchen may sometimes feel like the realm of adults where kids feel like they are just in the way. This winter, our expert team of foodies wants to help you find your place in the exciting, tasty and empowering world of cooking. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. Each week, you and your new friends will pack a lunch for school and prepare a nutritious dinner and eat together. You’ll also be in charge of the playlist!!!Who: 8-15 year oldsWhat: Class includes nutrition lessons, cooking lessons, gardening and agriculture awareness, field trips, sweet tunes and will culminate in family dinner on February 12. Where: CCE-Tompkins Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca, NYWhen: 5-7pm Wednesdays, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, and 2/12 (last meeting is 4-7pm for family meal with parents/guardians)Cost: Single class is offered on a self-determined sliding scale for $25-$45. Series of 5 classes for $125-$200, pay what you can afford.  Some scholarship assistance may be availableLimit 16, so sign up today!Registration Please visit the 'Learn More' link below to complete the registration form, provide your contact information and some other details, and indicate how you wish to pay for this class/series! $25-$45/class or $125-$200/series of 5 classes, includes Wednesday dinner + 1 packed lunch! Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= Radon Action Event Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 January is Radon Action Month! Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. Though it is naturally occurring in rocks and soil it can accumulate in your home. Do you know how much radon you have in your home and what the acceptable level is? Do you want to learn how to test your home for radon? Come to a free half-hour presentation and learn how to perform a simple home radon test. Then receive a FREE home radon test kit while supplies last! FREE! Guillermo Metz, gm52@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 185 ========================================= Parenting: The Hardest Job in the World (Ithaca) Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Southside Community Center, 305 South Plain Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 This FREE 8-class workshop led by  Serena Ward & Lucy Barrett 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!Class meets Wednesday evenings, 6:00-8:00pm for 8 sessions: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, & 26, and March 4 & 11, 2020. We will not meet if ICSD had cancelled after-school activities due to weather issues. NOTE: For FREE child care, Please register in advance. No one may join after January 29, 2020SIGN UP ONLINE HERE or on the "Learn More" link below. Questions? Please call (607) 272-2292 or email Jennifer Gray at jcg33@cornell.edu. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Garden Planning, Step 1: Get To Know Your Site - SOLD OUT Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The first step to creating a wonderful garden is understanding your site. In this class, we will explore how the fundamentals of sun, wind, and water affect your property and the siting of your gardens. We will learn mapping techniques and each student will have the chance to analyze their own property with the help of our instructors.THIS CLASS IS FULL, BUT PLEASE REGISTER NOW FOR THE NEXT TWO IN THE SERIES:If you want to take the next steps in designing your site, register for the next two classes in the series here:Garden Planning, Step 2: Big Picture Site DesignGarden Planning, Step 3: Garden Design PrinciplesMila Fournier is a garden designer and educator with two decades of design experience that started with guerilla gardening in Brooklyn and has moved her through designing some of the most sophisticated gardens in NYC. Once in Ithaca, Mila has worked as an educator, designer, and horticultural consultant, including managing Ithaca Children's Garden and helping large developers create habitats to offset new construction. Self-Determined Sliding Scale ($15-$30) Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Wildlife Tracking for Adults Friday, January 31, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Learn to read stories in animal tracks!Join Primitive Pursuits for  this weekend intensive, and you’ll become pretty darn good at confidently identifying the tracks and trails of local wildlife. Just in the last few years, we’ve witnessed the reestablishment of several keystone mammal species such as bobcat, fisher, river otter and black bear. You can sit on your couch and watch wildlife shows…or you can live this amazing story yourself!Accomplished instructors Jason Hamilton and Jed Jordan will distill many years of teaching this skill into a track-packed weekend of honing your skills - starting from wherever you’re at, novice or seasoned naturalist alike. Join us as we tangibly connect to our mammal kin and learn how to be better naturalist storytellers.Here are some specifics we’ll cover: Large mammal track ID, sign and behaviors Smaller mammal tracks and pattern interpretation Gait interpretation and trailing techniques Tools for continued self-teaching and growthInstructors: Jed and Jason have been tracking animals locally for over a decade. But they are not just good trackers - they are also excellent teachers! Jed is Founding Director of the Primitive Pursuits program. He has also taught an "Environmental Sentinels" course at Ithaca College for ten years, in which students learn to track the history of trees and forest disturbances. Jason is a tenured faculty in the Environmental Studies and Sciences Department at Ithaca College. He is passionate about learning and teaching about nature's mysteries. They both think about tracking in their sleep, and can't wait to introduce you to some of the best wildlife hot-spots around! Workshop Dates: January 31 - February 2 Friday Lecture 6PM - 8:30PM at Cornell Cooperative Extension Saturday and Sunday will will be outside 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM with Locations TBD We will be indoors for the Friday evening session, and meeting at various wildlife hot-spots on the following days. Bring a lunch! Warm clothing, and hot drinks are recommended. We also recommend knee-high waterproof footwear, or the next best cold weather option. $125 - $175 Sliding Scale Sky Minkoff, hcm57@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 195 (Voicemail 261) ========================================= Wildlife Tracking for Adults Saturday, February 1, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Learn to read stories in animal tracks!Join Primitive Pursuits for  this weekend intensive, and you’ll become pretty darn good at confidently identifying the tracks and trails of local wildlife. Just in the last few years, we’ve witnessed the reestablishment of several keystone mammal species such as bobcat, fisher, river otter and black bear. You can sit on your couch and watch wildlife shows…or you can live this amazing story yourself!Accomplished instructors Jason Hamilton and Jed Jordan will distill many years of teaching this skill into a track-packed weekend of honing your skills - starting from wherever you’re at, novice or seasoned naturalist alike. Join us as we tangibly connect to our mammal kin and learn how to be better naturalist storytellers.Here are some specifics we’ll cover: Large mammal track ID, sign and behaviors Smaller mammal tracks and pattern interpretation Gait interpretation and trailing techniques Tools for continued self-teaching and growthInstructors: Jed and Jason have been tracking animals locally for over a decade. But they are not just good trackers - they are also excellent teachers! Jed is Founding Director of the Primitive Pursuits program. He has also taught an "Environmental Sentinels" course at Ithaca College for ten years, in which students learn to track the history of trees and forest disturbances. Jason is a tenured faculty in the Environmental Studies and Sciences Department at Ithaca College. He is passionate about learning and teaching about nature's mysteries. They both think about tracking in their sleep, and can't wait to introduce you to some of the best wildlife hot-spots around! Workshop Dates: January 31 - February 2 Friday Lecture 6PM - 8:30PM at Cornell Cooperative Extension Saturday and Sunday will will be outside 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM with Locations TBD We will be indoors for the Friday evening session, and meeting at various wildlife hot-spots on the following days. Bring a lunch! Warm clothing, and hot drinks are recommended. We also recommend knee-high waterproof footwear, or the next best cold weather option. $125 - $175 Sliding Scale Sky Minkoff, hcm57@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 195 (Voicemail 261) ========================================= Mad City Money Saturday, February 1, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm Ithaca High School, 1401 N. Cayuga Street , Ithaca, NY 14850 CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS ON 2/7/2020. Volunteer now to take part in a one-time "Mad Money" simulation to teach money management skills to 300 Ithaca High School seniors on February 7th, 2020 from 1:00 pm-3:10 pm.  Around 95 volunteers are needed to play the roles of 'Mad Money Merchants' and 'Mad Money Guides' in this educational event. To volunteer please fill out this form, or email Kenneth McLaurin at  kem228@cornell.edu. What Is Mad City Money? Mad City Money™ gives youth a taste of the real world - complete with occupation, salary, spouse, student loan debt, credit card debt, and medical insurance payments. Students gain practical experience in developing and maintaining a budget as they balance income and expenses, empowering them to be proactive about their financial future.  The curriculum can be offered in two formats: a two-hour hands-on simulation or a workshop designed for classroom delivery.  Here is an example of Mad City Money in Action. Roles You Could Play: Mad City Money Merchant: Entice student shoppers with both the necessities of life and the latest, greatest in consumer goods Mad City Money Guide: Help ensure a smooth-running event Training The following training options are available: Online:  Short Video In-Person: We can schedule in-person trainings for groups of 5 or more. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= CANCELLED Harvest of the Month Cooking Class Saturday, February 1, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Youth in 3rd to 5th Grade from SNAP-eligible families are invited to attend our free Harvest of the Month Cooking Classes featuring Harvest of the Month recipes that they've enjoyed at school, with farm-fresh local and regional products to include: sweet potatoes, polenta (made from corn), wheat berries, dairy, spinach salad, and arugula pesto pasta. Each class includes nutrition lessons which will include topics such as: Rethink Your Drink, MyPlate, Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, and Physical Activity Who: 3rd-5th Graders from SNAP-eligible families. Interested parents are welcome to tag along! When: weeknight evenings once a month during the school year Where: CCE Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 How Much: FREE! Register: with this ONLINE FORM or the Register Here link at upper left. Contact Kaela Klapan at kmk245@cornell.edu or (607) 227-2292 for more information FREE! Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= 2020 Kids in the Kitchen Wednesday, February 5, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The kitchen may sometimes feel like the realm of adults where kids feel like they are just in the way. This winter, our expert team of foodies wants to help you find your place in the exciting, tasty and empowering world of cooking. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. Each week, you and your new friends will pack a lunch for school and prepare a nutritious dinner and eat together. You’ll also be in charge of the playlist!!!Who: 8-15 year oldsWhat: Class includes nutrition lessons, cooking lessons, gardening and agriculture awareness, field trips, sweet tunes and will culminate in family dinner on February 12. Where: CCE-Tompkins Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca, NYWhen: 5-7pm Wednesdays, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, and 2/12 (last meeting is 4-7pm for family meal with parents/guardians)Cost: Single class is offered on a self-determined sliding scale for $25-$45. Series of 5 classes for $125-$200, pay what you can afford.  Some scholarship assistance may be availableLimit 16, so sign up today!Registration Please visit the 'Learn More' link below to complete the registration form, provide your contact information and some other details, and indicate how you wish to pay for this class/series! $25-$45/class or $125-$200/series of 5 classes, includes Wednesday dinner + 1 packed lunch! Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= Keeping A Small Flock of Chickens Wednesday, February 5, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 This class is intended for individuals who want to keep a few chickens in the backyard for home egg production. The City of Ithaca and the Villages of Dryden and Trumansburg allow residents to keep a small number of chickens in the back yard (check the specific municipal ordinances for any restrictions). Residents who wish to keep chickens will need a permit and also evidence that you have attended a class on raising chickens. This class offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will meet that requirement. Attendees will receive a letter to take to the municipality.  Pre-registration is requested and there is a fee of $10-$25 (self-determined sliding scale) per household. The class Is open to anyone who wishes to raise a small flock of chickens regardless of where you live.  Self-Determined Sliding Scale ($10-25) Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, February 6, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Closed Due to Weather Conditions Friday, February 7, 2020 11:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Kenneth J. Schlather, ks47@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.125 ========================================= Some Gardens of England with Dan Klein Sunday, February 9, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In May 2019, Dan spent a week in London attending the Chelsea Flower Show and visiting several gardens. The slide show will feature splashes of color from the flower show and will take a light look at some gardens, trees, and a few old buildings.Dan Klein worked for the Community Beautification Program for 9 years and currently teaches horticulture in a prison in the summers.We do not require pre-registration for our Sunday Slide Show series, but if you would like to be notified in case of weather-based cancellation, please pre-register. Suggested Donation at door ($5-10) Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= TConnect at Dryden Village Office Wednesday, February 12, 2020 8:00 am - 9:00 am Dryden Village OFfice, 16 South Street , Dryden, New York 13053 Tconnect is a new app-based mobility service that will be piloted in the Dryden community in the Spring of 2020 to help rural residents access TCAT’s existing bus service. Tconnect will allow users to schedule a trip on a Gadabout minibus that will take them to an existing TCAT bus stop. Trips can be scheduled using a mobile app or by calling the Connect office. The app will provide real-time vehicle location information for both the Gadabout and TCAT buses, assisting users in seamlessly transferring between services. Series of Informational Meetings in February The Tconnect service will be launched in the spring of 2020. Leading up to the launch date, there will be a series of public information sessions to provide more information to Dryden residents about the project, how to use the app, and about the provided service.Feb 12th, Dryden Village Office at 8amFeb 17th, Southworth Library at 2pmFeb 22nd, Poets Landing Community Room at 10am For those who need assistance with transportation to attend any of the meetings, Tconnect will make every effort to provide rides. Please call (607) 277-9388 ext. 560 in advance of at least two days so that staff can make travel arrangements. Persons with disabilities or limited English who need accommodations should also call at least five days in advance. If you cannot make it to any of the listed meetings, but you would like more information please email us at Tconnect737@gmail.com or call (607) 277-9388 ext. 560.  Learn more at tcatbus.com/tconnect/ ========================================= 2020 Kids in the Kitchen Wednesday, February 12, 2020 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The kitchen may sometimes feel like the realm of adults where kids feel like they are just in the way. This winter, our expert team of foodies wants to help you find your place in the exciting, tasty and empowering world of cooking. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. Each week, you and your new friends will pack a lunch for school and prepare a nutritious dinner and eat together. You’ll also be in charge of the playlist!!!Who: 8-15 year oldsWhat: Class includes nutrition lessons, cooking lessons, gardening and agriculture awareness, field trips, sweet tunes and will culminate in family dinner on February 12. Where: CCE-Tompkins Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca, NYWhen: 5-7pm Wednesdays, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, and 2/12 (last meeting is 4-7pm for family meal with parents/guardians)Cost: Single class is offered on a self-determined sliding scale for $25-$45. Series of 5 classes for $125-$200, pay what you can afford.  Some scholarship assistance may be availableLimit 16, so sign up today!Registration Please visit the 'Learn More' link below to complete the registration form, provide your contact information and some other details, and indicate how you wish to pay for this class/series! $25-$45/class or $125-$200/series of 5 classes, includes Wednesday dinner + 1 packed lunch! Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= Garden Planning, Step 2: Big Picture Site Design Wednesday, February 12, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Learn the practical skills to discover what you need and want from your garden and discover your garden style. Learn how to apply that knowledge to your site to create a guiding plan for the development of your property. Space is limited to 24 participants, reserve your spot soon.Bring along a map of your property if you have one. A laptop would be helpful as well. If you do not have access to those items, we can offer you a basic template to use. This is a great follow-up class to "Garden Planning, Step 1: Get To Know Your Site" taught on January 29th, though being part of that class is NOT a prerequisite. Follow up this class with Garden Planning, Step 3: Principles of Garden Design on March 11th.Register for those classes here:Garden Planning Step 1 Garden Planning Step 3Mila Fournier is a garden designer and educator with two decades of design experience that started with guerilla gardening in Brooklyn and has moved her through designing some of the most sophisticated gardens in NYC. Once in Ithaca, Mila has worked as an educator, designer, and horticultural consultant, including managing Ithaca Children's Garden and helping large developers create habitats to offset new construction. $10-$30 Self-Determined Sliding Scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Scams Targeting Senior Citizens Thursday, February 13, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Mike Danaher, New York State Assistant Attorney General, will discuss Scams Targeting Senior Citizens: a presentation about scams and frauds that may affect older adults, including how to recognize and protect yourself and others from becoming a victim. The free presentation will be at 11 AM at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, New York, and is open to the public.Following the hour-long presentation, consumers will have the opportunity to consult individually with Attorney Danaher regarding specific consumer issues that they have been unsuccessful resolving locally. Plan to arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation; no advance registration necessary. For those who are unable to attend, the presentation will be taped and broadcast on Time-Warner public access channel 15 on Mondays during the month of March at 7am, 1pm, and 7pm.  FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Parents Apart® Saturday, February 15, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= TConnect at Southworth Library Monday, February 17, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Southworth Public Library, 24 West Main Street , Dryden, NY 13053 Tconnect is a new app-based mobility service that will be piloted in the Dryden community in the Spring of 2020 to help rural residents access TCAT’s existing bus service. Tconnect will allow users to schedule a trip on a Gadabout minibus that will take them to an existing TCAT bus stop. Trips can be scheduled using a mobile app or by calling the Tconnect office. The app will provide real-time vehicle location information for both the Gadabout and TCAT buses, assisting users in seamlessly transferring between services. Series of Informational Meetings in Dryden The Tconnect service will be launched in the spring of 2020. Leading up to the launch date, there will be a series of public information sessions to provide more information to Dryden residents about the project, how to use the app, and about the provided service.Feb 12th, Dryden Village Office at 8amFeb 17th, Southworth Library at 2pmFeb 22nd, Poets Landing Community Room at 10am For those who need assistance with transportation to attend any of the meetings, Tconnect will make every effort to provide rides. Please call (607) 277-9388 ext. 560 in advance of at least two days so that staff can make travel arrangements. Persons with disabilities or limited English who need accommodations should also call at least five days in advance. If you cannot make it to any of the listed meetings, but you would like more information please email us at Tconnect737@gmail.com or call (607) 277-9388 ext. 560. Learn more at tcatbus.com/tconnect/ ========================================= 2020 Kids Cooking Camp for Winter Break! Monday, February 17, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Our popular Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class for youth aged 8 and up will run for a full week during February Break, 2/17 to 2/21, 9am to 4pm daily in the fully equipped Cargill Teaching Kitchen at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self -confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. With the support of experienced cooks and trained nutrition educators, participants will work in small groups for a "total-immersion" cooking experience. They'll learn about how to cook, knife skills, kitchen safety skills, being adaptable in the kitchen, how to follow and adapt recipes, cooking for a crowd, and survey of global cuisine. We'll also cover the most common food allergens and how to avoid them, as well as common dietary restrictions - both religious and ethical.  Each class includes a shared meal with new friends who share their interest!  Dietary restrictions are taken into consideration, please contact Josh Dolan (below) with any questions or concerns about the class.Full & Partial Week Enrollment Options: Full Week: Monday through Friday ($260-$360 sliding scale)3-Days: Wednesday through Friday ($180-$280 sliding scale)2 Days: Monday through Tuesday ($120-$190 sliding scale) Scholarships are available.Registration:Sign up on the "Learn More" link below.  Class is limited to 16 participants so don't wait to sign up! Full Week: $260-$360 sliding scale; proportional charges above for 2 or 3 days Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= CLOSED for Presidents' Day Monday, February 17, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 CCE-Tompkins will be closed in observance of the Presidents' Day federal holiday.  Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Kenneth J. Schlather, ks47@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.125 ========================================= 2020 Kids Cooking Camp for Winter Break! Tuesday, February 18, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Our popular Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class for youth aged 8 and up will run for a full week during February Break, 2/17 to 2/21, 9am to 4pm daily in the fully equipped Cargill Teaching Kitchen at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self -confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. With the support of experienced cooks and trained nutrition educators, participants will work in small groups for a "total-immersion" cooking experience. They'll learn about how to cook, knife skills, kitchen safety skills, being adaptable in the kitchen, how to follow and adapt recipes, cooking for a crowd, and survey of global cuisine. We'll also cover the most common food allergens and how to avoid them, as well as common dietary restrictions - both religious and ethical.  Each class includes a shared meal with new friends who share their interest!  Dietary restrictions are taken into consideration, please contact Josh Dolan (below) with any questions or concerns about the class.Full & Partial Week Enrollment Options: Full Week: Monday through Friday ($260-$360 sliding scale)3-Days: Wednesday through Friday ($180-$280 sliding scale)2 Days: Monday through Tuesday ($120-$190 sliding scale) Scholarships are available.Registration:Sign up on the "Learn More" link below.  Class is limited to 16 participants so don't wait to sign up! Full Week: $260-$360 sliding scale; proportional charges above for 2 or 3 days Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= 2020 Kids Cooking Camp for Winter Break! Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Our popular Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class for youth aged 8 and up will run for a full week during February Break, 2/17 to 2/21, 9am to 4pm daily in the fully equipped Cargill Teaching Kitchen at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self -confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. With the support of experienced cooks and trained nutrition educators, participants will work in small groups for a "total-immersion" cooking experience. They'll learn about how to cook, knife skills, kitchen safety skills, being adaptable in the kitchen, how to follow and adapt recipes, cooking for a crowd, and survey of global cuisine. We'll also cover the most common food allergens and how to avoid them, as well as common dietary restrictions - both religious and ethical.  Each class includes a shared meal with new friends who share their interest!  Dietary restrictions are taken into consideration, please contact Josh Dolan (below) with any questions or concerns about the class.Full & Partial Week Enrollment Options: Full Week: Monday through Friday ($260-$360 sliding scale)3-Days: Wednesday through Friday ($180-$280 sliding scale)2 Days: Monday through Tuesday ($120-$190 sliding scale) Scholarships are available.Registration:Sign up on the "Learn More" link below.  Class is limited to 16 participants so don't wait to sign up! Full Week: $260-$360 sliding scale; proportional charges above for 2 or 3 days Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= 2020 Kids Cooking Camp for Winter Break! Thursday, February 20, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Our popular Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class for youth aged 8 and up will run for a full week during February Break, 2/17 to 2/21, 9am to 4pm daily in the fully equipped Cargill Teaching Kitchen at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self -confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. With the support of experienced cooks and trained nutrition educators, participants will work in small groups for a "total-immersion" cooking experience. They'll learn about how to cook, knife skills, kitchen safety skills, being adaptable in the kitchen, how to follow and adapt recipes, cooking for a crowd, and survey of global cuisine. We'll also cover the most common food allergens and how to avoid them, as well as common dietary restrictions - both religious and ethical.  Each class includes a shared meal with new friends who share their interest!  Dietary restrictions are taken into consideration, please contact Josh Dolan (below) with any questions or concerns about the class.Full & Partial Week Enrollment Options: Full Week: Monday through Friday ($260-$360 sliding scale)3-Days: Wednesday through Friday ($180-$280 sliding scale)2 Days: Monday through Tuesday ($120-$190 sliding scale) Scholarships are available.Registration:Sign up on the "Learn More" link below.  Class is limited to 16 participants so don't wait to sign up! Full Week: $260-$360 sliding scale; proportional charges above for 2 or 3 days Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= 2020 Kids Cooking Camp for Winter Break! Friday, February 21, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Our popular Kids in the Kitchen Cooking Class for youth aged 8 and up will run for a full week during February Break, 2/17 to 2/21, 9am to 4pm daily in the fully equipped Cargill Teaching Kitchen at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. Learning to cook is a great way for teens and 'tweens to boost self -confidence and self reliance, be more helpful to busy parents and have more fun at home. With the support of experienced cooks and trained nutrition educators, participants will work in small groups for a "total-immersion" cooking experience. They'll learn about how to cook, knife skills, kitchen safety skills, being adaptable in the kitchen, how to follow and adapt recipes, cooking for a crowd, and survey of global cuisine. We'll also cover the most common food allergens and how to avoid them, as well as common dietary restrictions - both religious and ethical.  Each class includes a shared meal with new friends who share their interest!  Dietary restrictions are taken into consideration, please contact Josh Dolan (below) with any questions or concerns about the class.Full & Partial Week Enrollment Options: Full Week: Monday through Friday ($260-$360 sliding scale)3-Days: Wednesday through Friday ($180-$280 sliding scale)2 Days: Monday through Tuesday ($120-$190 sliding scale) Scholarships are available.Registration:Sign up on the "Learn More" link below.  Class is limited to 16 participants so don't wait to sign up! Full Week: $260-$360 sliding scale; proportional charges above for 2 or 3 days Josh Dolan, jd285@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 190 ========================================= TConnect at Poets Landing Saturday, February 22, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am Poet's Landing Apartments, 4 T.S. Eliot Drive , Dryden, New York 13053 Tconnect is a new app-based mobility service that will be piloted in the Dryden community in the Spring of 2020 to help rural residents access TCAT’s existing bus service. Tconnect will allow users to schedule a trip on a Gadabout minibus that will take them to an existing TCAT bus stop. Trips can be scheduled using a mobile app or by calling the Tconnect office. The app will provide real-time vehicle location information for both the Gadabout and TCAT buses, assisting users in seamlessly transferring between services. Series of Informational Meetings in February The Tconnect service will be launched in the spring of 2020. Leading up to the launch date, there will be a series of public information sessions to provide more information to Dryden residents about the project, how to use the app, and about the provided service.Feb 12th, Dryden Village Office at 8amFeb 17th, Southworth Library at 2pmFeb 22nd, Poets Landing Community Room at 10am For those who need assistance with transportation to attend any of the meetings, Tconnect will make every effort to provide rides. Please call (607) 277-9388 ext. 560 in advance of at least two days so that staff can make travel arrangements. Persons with disabilities or limited English who need accommodations should also call at least five days in advance. If you cannot make it to any of the listed meetings, but you would like more information please email us at Tconnect737@gmail.com or call (607) 277-9388 ext. 560. Learn more at tcatbus.com/tconnect/ ========================================= CANCELLED - Inspiration from the Winter Garden Sunday, February 23, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 We've had to CANCEL this event.While not flowery, winter landscapes have a stark beauty of their own and provide critical habitat for insects, birds, and wildlife. Join us for this slide show of inspirational images that explore the ways in which the winter landscape can be a source of beauty through structure, texture, color, and provision of ecosystem services. We do not require pre-registration for our Sunday Slide Show series, but if you would like to be notified in case of weather-based cancellation, please pre-register at: Suggested Donation at door ($5-10) Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Parenting: the Hardest Job in the World (Dryden) Tuesday, February 25, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dryden Elementary School, 36 Union Street , Dryden, New York 13053 This FREE 8-class workshop led by Mary Hicks & Judy Horn 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 effective strategies you can use! Every parent comes out with something new!Class meets: Tuesday evenings, 6 - 8 p.m. for 8 sessions Feb 25, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, Apr (no 7) 14, 21,  2020. We will not meet if Dryden after-school activities are cancelled due to weather issues.NOTE: no one may join after March 3.  For FREE child care, please register in advanceSIGN UP ONLINE HERE or on the "Learn More" link below.Questions? Please call (607) 272-2292 or email Jennifer Gray at jcg33@cornell.edu. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Seed-to-Supper Volunteer Application Deadline Tuesday, February 25, 2020 9:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Are you interested in helping beginning gardeners in your community learn to grow their own vegetables? This training will prepare Seed-to-Supper volunteer educators to teach FREE vegetable gardening classes in communities across Tompkins County. Volunteers will become familiar with the Seed-to-Supper curriculum, learn some hands-on activities to use to teach classes their own communities, and will receive all materials needed to run the classes. This training and the community classes are both FREE. UPDATE: Training dates are Thursday, February 27th, 5:30-8:30pm (dinner provided) and Saturday, February 29th from 10am-4pm (lunch will be provided). Volunteers must be able to attend both training dates, and review the Seed to Supper curriculum materials at home in between the two training sessions. Volunteers will learn to teach the Seed to Supper curriculum, which consists of six Powerpoint presentations and a 100 page gardening manual for class participants. Topics include planning the garden, soil preparation, composting, planting, garden maintenance, pests and diseases, and harvesting.Contact Jennie Cramer at jrc10@cornell.edu with questions or to receive a volunteer application. You also may download a volunteer job description and application from the left sidebar on this page. Application deadline: Friday, February 21 FREE! Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Join Our Environment Advisory Committee Wednesday, February 26, 2020 8:30 am - 5:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County (CCE-Tompkins) is seeking six community members who will form a Program Advisory Committee to develop and guide environmental issues programming in our county. This effort emerges from increased local interest in climate change, renewable energy, water quality, alternative forms of transportation, and resource conservation issues. Program Advisory Committees typically meet once a quarter, and volunteer for a term of 1 to 3 years. It is the intention of CCE-Tompkins to include a diverse cross section of the community in its leadership positions, including people who participate in its programs and allied professionals. Interested applicants must be residents of Tompkins County and should have interests that are among the environmental topics mentioned above. To express your interest in joining the Advisory Committee, please send a letter of interest by February 26th to Dawn Montanye at dm773@cornell.edu or at CCE-Tompkins, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY 14850-3555. Please direct questions to Dawn at 607.272.2292. CCE-Tompkins is an independent non-profit organization whose mission is to provide educational information and programs that help people in our county to improve their quality of life. It offers educational programs in the areas of consumer issues, personal finance, family and community development, agriculture and horticulture, natural resources/environment, nutrition and health, and 4-H youth development. Dawn Montanye, dm773@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 voicemail #199 ========================================= Food System Planning Kick-Off Wednesday, February 26, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Tompkins County Public Library, 101 East Green Street , Ithaca, NY 14850 EVENT AT CAPACITY - WAIT LIST ONLY. PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE WAIT LIST ON THE REGISTRATION FORM BELOW, TO BE CONTACTED ABOUT FUTURE EVENTS.The public is invited to this community conversation on an upcoming 2-year effort to look at our local food system to identify assets, gaps, vulnerabilities and challenges we face individually and as a community. Join with us to shape the future of food in Tompkins County! The Food Policy Council of Tompkins County, Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, Greenstar Community Projects, Building Bridges, and other partners are gearing up to develop a countywide food system plan to be informed by all residents and to guide future actions and improve our food security. Financial support is provided by Tompkins County and the Community Foundation of Tompkins County. Please register by February 21 on the following Registration form.  Pre-registration is required so we can plan for enough space, food, and can provide child care or transportation to those who need it. We look forward to your participation! FREE! Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= Strengthening Families (Dryden) Thursday, February 27, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Dryden Elementary School, 36 Union Street , Dryden, New York 13053 Calling all Dryden Families with youth in 6th-8th grades for our FREE Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth aged 10-14! This weekly class is a proven effective, family inclusive program that promotes positive communication, family bonding, and joint problem solving skills. The sessions will begin with a shared family meal and then parents and youth will break off into different sections to learn skills. Parent/caregivers will discuss: normal developmental changes in teenagers; helping youth avoid risks and substance use; setting age appropriate limits; effective joint problem solving skills; ways to show love and support to their children. Youth will learn about: making good decisions and setting goals; peer pressure resistance skills to avoid problems with drugs and alcohol; empathy and appreciation of parents/caregivers; how to cope with stress. Classes will be held 5:00-7:30pm on February 27, March 5, 12, 19 & 27 and April 2 & 16 (no class April 9th).  March 5 is the last day to join the class.Dinner is provided. Free childcare will be provided for children not able to participate in class curriculum.  If you have questions or would like to register please contact: Juliana Garcia jag394@cornell.edu 607-272-2292 ext. 115 Mary Hicks mhicks1@dryden.k12.ny.us Kate Benas kbenas1@dryden.k12.ny.us FREE! Juliana Garcia, jag394@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 115 (Voicemail 247) ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations Pre County Day Saturday, February 29, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Bethel Grove Bible Church, 1763 Slaterville Road , Ithaca, New York 14850 All 4-H public presenters give their presentation to evaluators. No numerical scores are given. Evaluators talk though strengths and areas of opportunities for improvement. Youth must present at Pre County Day to move onto County Day. Youth present in order of arrival. Pre-registration is required. To register please fill out the online registration form  by February 21, 2020.Online Registration Form ========================================= Parenting: the Hardest Job in the World (Dryden) Tuesday, March 3, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dryden Elementary School, 36 Union Street , Dryden, New York 13053 This FREE 8-class workshop led by Mary Hicks & Judy Horn 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 effective strategies you can use! Every parent comes out with something new!Class meets: Tuesday evenings, 6 - 8 p.m. for 8 sessions Feb 25, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, Apr (no 7) 14, 21,  2020. We will not meet if Dryden after-school activities are cancelled due to weather issues.NOTE: no one may join after March 3.  For FREE child care, please register in advanceSIGN UP ONLINE HERE or on the "Learn More" link below.Questions? Please call (607) 272-2292 or email Jennifer Gray at jcg33@cornell.edu. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= CANCELLED Harvest of the Month Cooking Class Wednesday, March 4, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Youth in 3rd to 5th Grade from SNAP-eligible families are invited to attend our free Harvest of the Month Cooking Classes featuring Harvest of the Month recipes that they've enjoyed at school, with farm-fresh local and regional products to include: sweet potatoes, polenta (made from corn), wheat berries, dairy, spinach salad, and arugula pesto pasta. Each class includes nutrition lessons which will include topics such as: Rethink Your Drink, MyPlate, Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, and Physical Activity Who: 3rd-5th Graders from SNAP-eligible families. Interested parents are welcome to tag along! When: weeknight evenings once a month during the school year Where: CCE Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 How Much: FREE! Register: with this ONLINE FORM or the Register Here link at upper left. Contact Kaela Klapan at kmk245@cornell.edu or (607) 227-2292 for more information FREE! Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= Four Season Food Production Wednesday, March 4, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Extend your gardening season far beyond the traditional Memorial Day to Labor Day! Learn which vegetables are cold hardy and even prefer to be grown in spring and fall, and when to sow late plantings of tender veggies like green beans and zucchini for harvest in Sept/Oct. We'll also cover season extension techniques like row covers and low tunnels, and show you how to grow microgreens indoors for winter harvesting. Participants will have an opportunity to sow a pot of microgreens seeds to grow at home.Instructor Chrys Gardener is the former Community Horticulture Educator at CCE Tompkins. She is passionate about teaching people to garden, with particular interests in growing edibles and seed saving. Chrys worked as a landscape gardener in the Ithaca area and has extensive experience with practical garden design. She has been growing small fruits organically for over 20 years. $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Parenting: the Hardest Job in the World (Lansing) Wednesday, March 4, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Buckley Elementary School, 282 Ridge Road , Lansing, New York 14882 This FREE 8-class workshop led by Megan Redmond and Mary Hicks will help you learn how to talk with your child (of any age) using the five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decisionmaking, Self-Control, and Respecting Feelings. Share your strengths with other parents/guardians, and learn effective strategies you can use! Every parent comes out with something new!Class meets: (8)  Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00pm on March 4, 11, 18, 25, and April 1 (no class on 8), 15, 22 and 29, 2020.  NOTE: no one may join after March 11. For FREE child care, please register in advance.We will not meet if Lansing after-school activities are cancelled due to weather issues. Register on the 'Learn More' link below.  Questions? Please call (607) 272-2292 or email Jennifer Gray at jcg33@cornell.edu. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Why consider an electric vehicle? Thursday, March 5, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Are you curious about EVs but not sure where to start? In this brownbag lunch and EV display, we will cover EV basics (myths, technology, incentives, EV models, total cost of ownership). In the remaining 20 minutes, we will also showcase actual EVs and answer further questions. Discuss with electric vehicle (EV) educators whether driving electric is right fo ryou, common EV myths, battery technology, and experience in EV purchasing & Ownership; Learn how EVs have low-to-no-emissions, contribute to energy independence, and lower fuel costs; Compare total cost of ownership including maintenance costs between internal combustion engines and EVs; Ask about the Drive Clean rebate, federal tax credit, and other incentives that lower up front costs of EV ownership.Location: Forest Home Drive Garage, 3L Parking Level on the Cornell campus [Visitors may park in the lot opposite Forest Home garage using Parkmobile for $3.35/hour.]Tables and chairs available, as well as light refreshments.Presented by the Cornell College of Human Ecology Green Team, Facilities and Campus Services, and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. FREE! Lee Yoke Lee, YL2365@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292, ext. 192 (Voicemail 277) ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, March 5, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Strengthening Families (Dryden) Thursday, March 5, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Dryden Elementary School, 36 Union Street , Dryden, New York 13053 Calling all Dryden Families with youth in 6th-8th grades for our FREE Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth aged 10-14! This weekly class is a proven effective, family inclusive program that promotes positive communication, family bonding, and joint problem solving skills. The sessions will begin with a shared family meal and then parents and youth will break off into different sections to learn skills. Parent/caregivers will discuss: normal developmental changes in teenagers; helping youth avoid risks and substance use; setting age appropriate limits; effective joint problem solving skills; ways to show love and support to their children. Youth will learn about: making good decisions and setting goals; peer pressure resistance skills to avoid problems with drugs and alcohol; empathy and appreciation of parents/caregivers; how to cope with stress. Classes will be held 5:00-7:30pm on February 27, March 5, 12, 19 & 27 and April 2 & 16 (no class April 9th).  March 5 is the last day to join the class.Dinner is provided. Free childcare will be provided for children not able to participate in class curriculum.  If you have questions or would like to register please contact: Juliana Garcia jag394@cornell.edu 607-272-2292 ext. 115 Mary Hicks mhicks1@dryden.k12.ny.us Kate Benas kbenas1@dryden.k12.ny.us FREE! Juliana Garcia, jag394@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 115 (Voicemail 247) ========================================= Spring Worm Composting Class Saturday, March 7, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Learn how worms can make fast, rich compost for your garden while disposing of your food scraps. Take home the bin, a starter population of worms, and the knowledge to tend to your new pets. Space is limited. Register online (on link below) or call CCE-Tompkins during businesses hours (607) 272-2292. $10 per household includes a starter bin and worms to take home! Adam Michaelides, acm1@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 124 ========================================= Community Seed Swap Saturday, March 7, 2020 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 NEW TIME - 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmCalling all seed savers, gardeners, and curious creatives! It’s time for beloved annual CCE Tompkins Community Seed Swap. Master Gardener Volunteers will be on hand to answer all your seedy questions. Go home with lots of locally adapted seeds from other local gardeners. Bring your own seed collection and set up a table to share your abundance. Children are welcome! No pre-registration required.$5 suggested donation at the door; FREE if you bring seeds to share! $5 suggested donation. Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Energy Navigator Application Deadline Monday, March 9, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 This 10-session training prepares volunteer Energy Navigators to help others in their community understand their energy use and take steps toward reducing energy use and bills, and switching from fossil fuels to renewables. Topics include understanding energy bills, calculating carbon footprint, home energy efficiency, renewable heating, solar energy, transportation alternatives, and more.  Trainings will be held on (10) Wednesday evenings from 6:00-8:15 pm at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC), beginning April 8th.  Applications for the program can be found at www.getyourgreenbacktompkins.org/navigators, and are due on March 9th. For more information, contact Karim Beers at 272-2292 or kwb6@cornell.edu. Energy Navigators is a program of Get Your GreenBack Tompkins with the support of Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. Karim Beers, kwb6@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Ext. #186 ========================================= Parents Apart® Monday, March 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Garden Planning, Step 3: Garden Design Principles Wednesday, March 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 It's time to design your garden, but where to start? Join designer Mila Fournier as she leads you through basic design principles that will help you make a successful plan that will bring you beauty for years to come. This class will not focus on individual plants (though no class here is complete without at least one list of favorites), but instead will focus on the geometries and repetition that are the fundamental tools all good designers use. We'll start with sizing and spacing of garden beds or areas, move on to hardscape and structures, then tackle placement of trees and shrubs to create the bones of your garden. We'll finish with placement of perennials, annuals, and any moveable elements.This is an excellent follow-up to the first two classes in our Garden Design Series, however, each class is designed as a stand-alone class so participating in those classes is NOT REQUIRED to be part of this one. The class will be limited to 24 participants, so register now to save your spot!Garden Planning, Step 1: Site Analysis on January 29th (register here)Garden Planning, Step 2: Practical Landscape Design on February 12th (register here)Please bring a map of your property, if you have one. If not a template will be provided.Mila Fournier is a garden designer and educator with two decades of design experience that started with guerilla gardening in Brooklyn and has moved her through designing some of the most sophisticated gardens in NYC. Once in Ithaca, Mila has worked as an educator, designer, and horticultural consultant, including managing Ithaca Children's Garden and helping large developers create habitats to offset new construction. Self Determined Sliding Scale ($10-30) Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Parenting: the Hardest Job in the World (Lansing) Wednesday, March 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Buckley Elementary School, 282 Ridge Road , Lansing, New York 14882 This FREE 8-class workshop led by Megan Redmond and Mary Hicks will help you learn how to talk with your child (of any age) using the five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decisionmaking, Self-Control, and Respecting Feelings. Share your strengths with other parents/guardians, and learn effective strategies you can use! Every parent comes out with something new!Class meets: (8)  Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00pm on March 4, 11, 18, 25, and April 1 (no class on 8), 15, 22 and 29, 2020.  NOTE: no one may join after March 11. For FREE child care, please register in advance.We will not meet if Lansing after-school activities are cancelled due to weather issues. Register on the 'Learn More' link below.  Questions? Please call (607) 272-2292 or email Jennifer Gray at jcg33@cornell.edu. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Overview of the Ins & Outs of Insurances Thursday, March 12, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 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.After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. These presentations are video taped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.. This presentation on Insurances will be broadcast on Mondays in April. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= CANCELLED: Creating a Sense of Belonging through Community Café Conversations Friday, March 13, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE.Are you hoping to spark leadership within your community to develop and strengthen supportive relationships? Then this FREE training is for you and your team! Learn to plan and lead Community Café Conversations to better engage and empower the people within your communities. FREE training, a light lunch will be served, preregistration is required by March 11th at: http://bit.ly/CommunityCafeTrng FREE but please pre-register Anna Steinkraus, ams69@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 145 ========================================= CANCELLED 4-H Public Presentations County Day Saturday, March 14, 2020 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Lansing Middle School, 6 Ludlowville Road , Lansing, New York 14882 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.County-wide event at which junior and senior presentations are given numerical scores and feedback provided by two evaluators. High scoring youth age 11+ are eligible to have the opportunity of presenting at District Day. Cloverbuds are welcome to give their presentations at County Day. Ribbons and medals awarded during closing ceremony. Everyone is highly encourage to stay for the whole event. It is a great learning opportunity to watch the presentations of the other youth and celebrate the wonderful accomplishments. Registration is required; Rooms are assigned. Pre-registration is required. To register please fill out the online registration from by March 6, 2020. Online Registration Form ========================================= MOVED TO ZOOM VIRTUAL MEETING PLATFORM: Planning Your Vegetable Garden Wednesday, March 18, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 THIS CLASS IS MOVING TO A ZOOM PLATFORM. AFTER YOU REGISTER, YOU'LL GET A LINK TO THE ONLINE CLASS. Take your vegetable gardening to the next level by learning how to create a comprehensive garden plan that includes timing on seeding, transplanting, succession planting, interplanting and crop rotation. Class will cover how to integrate flowers and herbs and will explore a few styles of garden planning including drawings, spreadsheets, journals, and online programs. Come with a drawing of your garden and a list of what you plan to plant and we will have some time to start working on your plan.Instructor Jennie Cramer is our Horticulture Program Manager and coordinates our Master Gardener Volunteer Program. She is a former conservation biologist with a passion for organic gardening, regenerative agriculture, natural history and botanical education. She is especially smitten with the intricacies of seeds. This class is designed for gardeners who have some experience growing vegetables and want to make the most of their gardens this year.  If you are new to vegetable gardening, you may want to join our Vegetable Gardening 101 class on Saturday, March 21st. $10-$30 self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= CANCELLED: Decision Making for the Inclusive Organization Thursday, March 19, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm TC3 Ithaca Extension Center, 118 N. Tioga St. , Ithaca, NY 14850 Led by Margo Hittleman, Coordinator, Natural Leaders Initiative; Resource Educator, CCE-TompkinsOffered as a Special Professional Development Program by TC3 BizA wealth of evidence supports the power of incorporating diverse perspectives into organizational planning and decision-making. But how do you manage a decision-making process to maximize the potential of incorporating diverse, and even divergent, views and still reach closure in a reasonable amount of time? In this lively, engaging workshop, you will learn a four-step decision-making process and practical tools applicable to a wide-range of group decisions and a variety of contexts. You will learn: How to use diverse perspectives to create robust decision-making framesWhy and how to welcome and manage constructive conflict Practical tools for helping your team elicit and incorporate multiple perspectives for greater creativity and innovation What not to skip when time is short and a decision is needed NOW! How to learn from experience and create a culture of "failing well" $249/person Margo Hittleman, mjh17@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.167 ========================================= CANCELLED: Beyond the Box Reentry Job Fair Tuesday, March 24, 2020 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Hotel Ithaca, 222 S Cayuga Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.The 2020 Beyond the Box Networking & Job Fair for individuals who are seeking employment and community reintegration after experiencing incarceration or criminal convictions will be held on Tuesday, March 24, from 10:00am to 2:30pm at the Hotel Ithaca, 222 S Cayuga Street in Ithaca, New York. Admission is free for job seekers, and for exhibitors who wish to meet candidates who are seeking employment and community reintegration after experiencing incarceration or criminal convictions.The theme of this year’s fair is ‘Working Towards a Deeper Inclusivity’. The event again honors the memory of Gino Bush, a local activist who was committed to helping the formerly incarcerated.Schedule: This year’s event will consist of a morning session with keynote speech and employer presentations, a lunch for participating presenters and employers, an afternoon job fair, and a workshop for people in reentry.All offerings are offered free of charge. From 9:00-11:15am, several employers from the community will share their efforts and commitment to being more equitable and inclusive in their offering of services, workforce recruitment and retention, and in managing their workplace environments not just for people impacted by the criminal justice system but to benefit all workers. The keynote address at 9:15am will be given by Sue Mann, CEO of Sansu Rising, a training and consulting firm that specializes in addressing workplace bullying and toxic work environments. Mann’s speech will focus on how previous trauma impacts an individual’s ability to be effective at their job, and how we as colleagues, employers and leaders can support those who have experienced trauma in ways that will help them to flourish in the workplace. From 11:20-11:50am, lunch for presenters and service providers will be served. From 12:00-2:00pm, up to 40 local and regional employers will provide information for individuals who have been incarcerated or had criminal convictions and will discuss with them potential employment opportunities at their firms and how to apply. There is no charge to participate and businesses or nonprofits that wish to reserve a table and participate in the job fair should contact Taili Mugambee, URO Director at tm554@cornell.edu or (607) 272-2292. From 2:00-3:30pm, a workshop will be offered for people in reentry to encourage and inspire their interest in entrepreneurship.Additional details will be available as the date nears. This annual event is organized by Ultimate Reentry Opportunity (URO ), a community-initiated and community-supported program that works collaboratively to help formerly incarcerated women and men access the resources to successfully rejoin their local communities. The campaign is housed at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, which is also its fiscal sponsor. About the Job Fair: Now in its 3rd year, the Beyond the Box Reentry Job Fair is organized by Ultimate Reentry Opportunity (URO), a community-initiated and community-supported program that works collaboratively to help formerly incarcerated women and men access the resources to successfully rejoin their local communities. The fair honors the memory of Gino Bush, a local activist who was committed to helping the formerly incarcerated. About URO: This annual event is organized by Ultimate Reentry Opportunity (URO), a community-initiated and community-supported program that works collaboratively to help formerly incarcerated women and men access the resources to successfully rejoin their local communities. The campaign is housed at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, which is also its fiscal sponsor. Registration Potential employers and service providers are invited to reserve a table and provide a representative and information about your company or program offerings. FREE online registration for exhibitors is available below at : https://civi.ccetompkins.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1759&reset=1 and includes lunch, a table and chairs, and an electrical connection if needed. Refreshments will be available for job seekers.Schedule 8:00-9:00am, Set Up/Breakfast 9:00-11:20am, Presentations & Networking for Employers and Service Providers 11:20-11:50am LUNCH 12:00-2:00pm, Job Fair (free admission, light refreshments provided) 2:00-2:30pm, Clean-up Please contact Taili Mugambee at tm554@cornell.edu or call Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County (607) 272-2292 voicemail 191 with questions. Thanks to The Park Foundation for their generous support of this event. . FREE! Taili Mugambee, tm554@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 191 ========================================= CANCELLED: Community Beautification Trainings Thursday, March 26, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 BOTH TRAININGS CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS.The Beautification Brigade takes care of public flower plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and help keep Ithaca gorgeous.  No experience required. Free dinner provided at the trainings. FREE and open to anyone who wishes to volunteer with the program. Contact Martha Gioumousis at mg10@cornell.edu, or call (607) 272-2292 for more information. Download a Beautification Application. FREE! Martha Gioumousis, mg10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 123 ========================================= CANCELLED: Healthy Food For All Cooking Series Friday, March 27, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 MARCH CLASS IS CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR THE STATUS OF 4/17 CLASS.This class was designed to support members of the community who are purchasing local, seasonal produce. Shopping at the farmers market and through a CSA supports local farmers, healthy soils, and healthy communities. But it can be quite an adventure learning to cook new items, like kohlrabi, celeriac, fennel, squashes and many types of radishes and turnips. This class provides a time for community members to cook and eat together while developing flexible recipes that empower us to cook with what the earth provides, rather than shipping in familiar produce year round.  In addition, this class hopes that attendees will gain skills for weekly meal planning, food budgeting, reducing food waste and preserving the harvest through freezing batch meals. All classes provide a meal during class and one to take home. Please bring your own containers!This class is available free for SNAP or WIC eligible households.  Others are encouraged to sign up for the FREE CCE-Tompkins Community Toolbox newsletter to learn about additional class options that may be avaailable. Enroll at www.HealthyFoodForAll.org/classes FREE for SNAP or WIC eligible households. Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Vegetable Gardening 101 Saturday, March 28, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 We can't offer this class in-person due to coronavirus concerns, so we're moving it online and offering it through ZOOM. After you register, you'll get a link to the online class. This class, taught by two of our Master Gardeners, will help the beginning vegetable gardener learn how to choose a site for their vegetable garden, prepare the soil, start and transplant seeds, how to choose and use compost and mulch, how to care for your plants throughout the season, and when to harvest.  Get the basics so you can have a great garden no matter how much experience you have. Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom $10-$30 per person self-determined sliding scale, free spaces available Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= CANCELLED: Don't Get Ticked NY Sunday, March 29, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Tompkins County Public Library, 101 East Green Street , Ithaca, NY 14850 CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS.Come learn about the habitat, biology, identification, and control of tick species found in our area. Learn how to monitor your yard for high-density tick populations and how to reduce their occurrence. We will also cover some of the basics about what to do if you find a tick on your body. the first 60 families will leave with a tick kit to carry on hikes and the like. Sponsored by the NYS Integrated Pest Management Program. Families welcome. FREE! (donations at the door welcome). FREE Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= CANCELLED: Community Beautification Trainings Monday, March 30, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 BOTH TRAININGS CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS.The Beautification Brigade takes care of public flower plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and help keep Ithaca gorgeous.  No experience required. Free dinner provided at the trainings. FREE and open to anyone who wishes to volunteer with the program. Contact Martha Gioumousis at mg10@cornell.edu, or call (607) 272-2292 for more information. Download a Beautification Application. FREE! Martha Gioumousis, mg10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 123 ========================================= CANCELLED Harvest of the Month Cooking Class Wednesday, April 1, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Youth in 3rd to 5th Grade from SNAP-eligible families are invited to attend our free Harvest of the Month Cooking Classes featuring Harvest of the Month recipes that they've enjoyed at school, with farm-fresh local and regional products to include: sweet potatoes, polenta (made from corn), wheat berries, dairy, spinach salad, and arugula pesto pasta. Each class includes nutrition lessons which will include topics such as: Rethink Your Drink, MyPlate, Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, and Physical Activity Who: 3rd-5th Graders from SNAP-eligible families. Interested parents are welcome to tag along! When: weeknight evenings once a month during the school year Where: CCE Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 How Much: FREE! Register: with this ONLINE FORM or the Register Here link at upper left. Contact Kaela Klapan at kmk245@cornell.edu or (607) 227-2292 for more information FREE! Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= RESCHEDULED: Make a Bee Hotel for Native Pollinators Wednesday, April 1, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 RESCHEDULED TO JUNE DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS.  PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES.Help increase populations of native bees in your yard and garden with a handmade bee hotel! Native solitary bees, like mason bees and leafcutter bees, are gentle, easy to raise, and are as important for pollinating as honey bees.Jacob Johnston from Nature's Touch Consulting will give a presentation on the life cycle of these fascinating native insects and show you how to make a bee hotel to attract them to your garden. Materials will be provided for participants to make bee hotels to take home. Pre-registration is required to hold your place in the class, and also in the event that a class is postponed or cancelled and we need to contact participants. Register and pay online on the link below, or call CCE-Tompkins at 272-2292 and we will register you online with information you provide. REGISTER & PAY ONLINE HERE $10-$30 sliding scale a person includes cost of materials Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Seed Starting 101 Wednesday, April 1, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 We can't offer this class in-person due to coronavirus concerns, so we're moving it online and offering it through ZOOM. After you register, you'll get a link to the online class. Grow everything from artichokes to zucchini from seed at home. Save money and enjoy the miraculous process of seed germination and plant growth in your home to get you through these last weeks of winter and get your garden started early. We’ll cover techniques such as cold stratification and scarification as well as simple recipes for making your own potting and fertilizer mixes to save even more money. We’ll talk about tools such as grow lights and heat mats and soil blocks. Instructor Jennie Cramer is our Horticulture Program Manager and coordinates our Master Gardener Volunteer  Program. She is a former conservation biologist with a passion for organic gardening, regenerative agriculture, natural history and botanical education. She is especially smitten with the intricacies of seeds. Register and pay on the LEARN MORE link below. Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale, free spaces available Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= POSTPONED: Caroline Climate Vulnerability Assessment Workshop Wednesday, April 1, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Caroline Climate Vulnerability Assessment Workshop is officially is postponed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead we will schedule a Zoom meeting in the week of April 7th, please complete the Doodle Poll below to help us identify the most convenient date.We want to hear from you, especially if you or someone you know has been affected in any way by recent weather events. As the Town works to finalize its new Comprehensive Plan and the County works on developing its All Hazard Mitigation Plan, your personal experience and knowledge matters to help direct your community and influence how your municipal and regional leaders and government will direct and allocate funding and resources in its short and long term goals. Zoom SchedulingTo help us schedule the most convenient time for a Zoom meeting, please indicate which dates and times work best for you on this doodle poll (link: https://doodle.com/poll/b4vd47w3shimq7vz) by the deadline of Sunday 4/5/20.NOTE: Please DO NOT enter your name, please type in your EMAIL ADDRESS or PHONE NUMBER instead.  If you happen to miss the doodle poll deadline of 4/5/20, please contact Osamu Tsuda at ojt3@cornell.edu or Terry Carroll at tc629@cornell.edu. Until then:In the meantime, please take a look at the Climate Vulnerability Assessment Presentation (link: https://southerntiercec.org/caroline-cva) which provides an overview of the CVA process as well as climate projections in the Southern Tier region.We also encourage you to  take a survey designed to identify the vulnerabilities you and your community face. Information you provide in the survey (other than your personal info) will be used in the final analysis of the assessment for the Town of Caroline. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the survey or presentation, please contact Osamu Tsuda at ojt3@cornell.edu. The survey can be accessed through the following link: https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_56JNMQRkihkUlff FREE! Osamu Tsuda, ojt3@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, April 2, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= ZOOM MEETING: 2020 Tompkins County Ag Summit Friday, April 3, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Clarion Inn, 2301 N. Triphammer Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 VIA ZOOM  Farmers, rural landowners, and government officials are invited to attend the Annual Tompkins County Agriculture Summit to learn about policies and programs that impact agriculture and our rural communities and to discuss research to help prepare them to meet the latest changes and challenges. Because of coronavirus, this year’s program will take place over 4 Fridays in April via Zoom Virtual Meetings. All meetings start at 12:30 and last 1 hour. One registration registers you for all four meetings. There is a suggested donation of $0-$40 per registrant. We want to make this event available to all members of the Tompkins County Agriculture community, regardless of financial situation. However, if you are in a position to contribute a fee, please do so. Your contributions make it possible for us to continue the work we do at Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and offer free resources to those who need them. FULL AGENDA Friday, April 3, 12:30 – 1:30 PM What the Agriculture Community Should know about Corona Virus –information for Dairy farmers and Direct Marketers 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, Agriculture Issue Leader CCE Tompkins, and Mila Fournier, Community Ag Educator 12:40 PM Dairy Farmer Resources – Managing COVID-19 Risks on Your Dairy - Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist-SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team, along with Betsy Hicks, Regional Dairy Specialist 1:10 PM Direct Market Farmer Resources – Precautions when interacting with customers, funding opportunity and other useful links – Monika Roth, CCE Tompkins Ag Educator 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – End meeting Friday, April 10, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM State Farmland Protection Program Grants – Scott Doyle, Tompkins County Planning Dept. 12: 55 PM Ag Labor Law changes/requirements – Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 17, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM NRCS update – Erin Paczkowski, District conservationist 12:40 PM SWCD update – Jon Negley, District Manager 12:45 PM Hemp production and marketing challenges – Janice Degni, Crop Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:20 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 24, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12: 35 PM Understanding the Solar Leasing/Installation Landscape – panel (15 min each) David Kay, Cornell CARDI – Solar Development in NYS and Land Use Implications Guillermo Metz, CCE Tompkins Energy Team Leader – Considerations for Community Solar Jay Franklin, Tompkins County Assessment Dept. – How Solar Installations are Assessed 1:20 PM – Questions of panelists 1:30 PM – Adjourn For more information contact Mila Fournier, Agriculture Educator, ymf5@cornell.edu. If you prefer to call, please leave a message at 607-272-2292 x194. However, because of the coronavirus, the CCE offices are closed and receiving a reply to a phone message will take longer.  Please be patient. Organized by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board and Tompkins County Farm Bureau. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, Tompkins County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board, and the Tompkins County Farm Bureau  Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom Sliding Scale, pay what you can between $0-$40 for the series Mila Fournier, ymf5@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 194 ========================================= CANCELLED: Animals & Medicine Program Friday, April 3, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine, Campus Road at Tower Road , Ithaca, New York 14853 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Youth in grades 9-12 are invited to explore veterinary medicine through this five-week, mini-course for those with a sincere interest in biology, medicine and animals. Each session is taught by a different team of Cornell veterinary students, and lessons will incorporate guest presentations by veterinary professors and utilize the vast teaching resources of the Cornell Vet School. Individual classes will focus on a different species group of animals, including cats and dogs, horses, ruminants, exotics and wildlife. Hands-on activities will include practicing a physical exam, discovering the inner workings of the rumen, handling a wide variety of animals, learning about different anatomy, and dissection.Course meets on Friday evenings April 3, 10 & 24 — May 1 & 8, from 6:00 to 8:00pm (no program April 17) Registration form and fee of $60 is due by March 13 - space is limited so register early! Contact 4-H at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, 607-272-2292 for more information.DOWNLOAD A REGISTRATION FORM. $60 registration fee, due by March 13 Brenda T. Carpenter, btc6@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 142 ========================================= CANCELLED: Climate Wise Gardening: An Earthkeeping Fair Saturday, April 4, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Boynton Middle School Cafeteria, 1601 N. Cayuga Street , Ithaca, NY 14850 CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERN.  Everyone with a garden or yard can be “climate wise” by adopting practices that protect the earth and support wildlife. Hands-on activities and displays will show how the ecosystem works and how soil, microorganisms, and plants capture carbon. Together, we can contribute to bringing carbon and water cycles back into balance.FREE! Over 30 demonstrations, exhibits, and talks on how to adapt your garden practices in the time of climate change: 10:15AM: What Makes Soil Healthy? with Joseph Amsili, Cornell Soil Health Program11:15: Planting Cover Crops to Improve Soil with Jennie Cramer, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County12:15PM: Gardening Practices for Changing Climate, with Sean Dembrowsky, Edible Acres1:15PM: Creating a Rain Garden-Purpose, Place & Plants, with Dan Segal, Plantsmen Nursery2:15PM: Meadows Offer Many Benefits, with Hayden Stebbins of Suntrap Botanical.Exhibitors will offer information on choosing pollinator and bird-friendly perennials and shrubs; FREE soil pH testing, bring a dry sample from your garden; info on Lyme disease, invasive pests, tomato blight and more; Plus FREE tree and shrub seedlings to take home! Co-Sponsors: Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County, Fossil Free Tompkins, Social Ventures, Dryden Resource Awareness Coalition, League of Women Voters, Citizens Climate Lobby, Environmental Management Council, Tompkins County Planning and Sustainability Department, Sustainable Tompkins, Tompkins Climate Protection Initiative, Cornell Crop and Soil Sciences, and many others. FREE! Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= CANCELLED: AARP Smart Driver 2-Day Class Monday, April 6, 2020 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555  DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDWay2Go, in partnership with AARP, offers the nationally recognized 2-day AARP Smart Driver Workshop. The course is designed to meet the needs of older drivers, but it is suitable for drivers of all ages and is open to the general public.  This class is offered over 2 DAYS:  Monday & Tuesay, April 6 & 7, from 12:30PM to 4:00PM BOTH DAYS.  Participants must attend BOTH sessions and must bring their driver’s license and AARP card (if a member) to class. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER TO HOLD YOUR SEAT.  PRE-REGISTER  or by calling CCE-Tompkins at providing your name and contact information and we will register you by entering the information you give us over the phone. Cost is $20/AARP members, $25/non-members.  Bring your payment to the first class in the form of cash or a check made out to AARP. Bring verification of your AARP membership. $20/AARP members, $25/non-members. Pay by cash or a check payable to AARP. Maria Christian, mjc72@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 130 ========================================= Tree Selection & Plant Care - Citizen Pruner Training #1 Monday, April 6, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a 3-part training series for individuals who wish to become Citizen Pruner Volunteers AND for members of the general public  who just want to know more about trees and how to care for them.  Classes cover pruning of trees and shrubs in a 3 part series- take one or all! Anyone who is interested in becoming a Citizen Pruner Volunteer for the City is encouraged to take these classes in preparation for volunteering in the summer.  Classes are offered Monday evenings – April 6, 20 and 27, 6:30-8:00 PM at CCE-Tompkins. Take one or all of the following workshops: "Tree Selection and Plant Care" Monday, April 6, 6:30-8:00pm. Fee: $7-$15 "Training and Pruning Trees" Monday, April 20, 6:30-8:00pm. Fee: $7-$15 "Pruning Shrubs" Monday, April 27, 6:30-8:00p. Fee: $7-$15 "Hands on Pruning" Monday, May 4, 5:30pm.  Fee: $5 There is a $7-$15 per class self-determined sliding scale fee.  If you plan on volunteering for Citizen Pruners in 2020, you may attend for free.  You must fill out a Volunteer Application.   REGISTER AND PAY ON THE LINK BELOW. Following the classroom instruction, there will be a hands-on pruning workshop on Monday, May 4, 5:30 -7:00 PM (for an additional $5). For questions, contact Monika Roth at mr55@cornell.edu or call 272-2292 and leave a message.2020 Citizen Pruner Volunteer ApplicationPlease print out application and return to Cornell Cooperative Extension. About the Citizen Pruner Volunteer Program: Citizen Pruner Volunteers get LOTS of hands-on pruning practice helping to maintain street trees and shrubs in the City of Ithaca. After 4 training sessions at Cooperative Extension, volunteers work once a week from May to October and are free to come weekly or as time permits. Staff from Extension and the City are always on hand during work sessions to help guide volunteers in making pruning decisions. $7-$15 (self-determined sliding scale per class) . Free for 2020 Citizen Pruner Volunteers Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= CANCELLED: AARP Smart Driver 2-Day Class Tuesday, April 7, 2020 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555  DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDWay2Go, in partnership with AARP, offers the nationally recognized 2-day AARP Smart Driver Workshop. The course is designed to meet the needs of older drivers, but it is suitable for drivers of all ages and is open to the general public.  This class is offered over 2 DAYS:  Monday & Tuesay, April 6 & 7, from 12:30PM to 4:00PM BOTH DAYS.  Participants must attend BOTH sessions and must bring their driver’s license and AARP card (if a member) to class. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER TO HOLD YOUR SEAT.  PRE-REGISTER  or by calling CCE-Tompkins at providing your name and contact information and we will register you by entering the information you give us over the phone. Cost is $20/AARP members, $25/non-members.  Bring your payment to the first class in the form of cash or a check made out to AARP. Bring verification of your AARP membership. $20/AARP members, $25/non-members. Pay by cash or a check payable to AARP. Maria Christian, mjc72@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 130 ========================================= Why Do You Parent The Way You Do? (Ithaca) Wednesday, April 8, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activities Center), 318 North Albany Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 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 7-week series, led by Lucy Barrett & Serena Ward. Workshop discussion topics include: parenting styles and discipline, child development, cultural influences, and environmental issues.When: Wednesday evenings, 6-8pm.,  April  8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2020Where: Southside Community Center 305 South Plain St. IthacaNOTE: No one may join the class after April 15To register: call (607) 272-2292 or email jcg33@cornell.edu (put "parenting workshop registration" in the subject heading). http://bit.ly/ParentingStylesSpring2020 Register in advance for free childcare. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Make Your Veggie Garden Beautiful Wednesday, April 8, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Up Your Vegetable Gardening Game: Pointers on Making it Pretty! You've learned how to make your vegetable garden bountiful…now make it beautiful too! Join Master Gardener, Teresa Craighead, as she covers: flowers for in and around the vegetable garden, things to consider when introducing vegetables into ornamental gardens, vegetables with ornamental qualities, potager gardens, elements of garden design, planting patterns that please the eye, structures and accessories. This class is designed for vegetable gardeners, ornamental gardeners and anyone who is striving to create a summer veggie patch that both pleases the palate and delights the eye by blending with an ornamental landscape. Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom Self Determined Sliding Scale ($10-30), some free spaces available Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Home Improvement Scams Thursday, April 9, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues Program, Mike Danaher, Consumer Fraud Attorney from the New York State Attorney General's Office, will present information on what typical home improvement scams look like, how to avoid them, and what to do if they happen to you. The public is invited to attend this free program. No advance registration is necessary.Following the presentation, members of the public have the opportunity to consult individually with Attorney Danaher regarding specific issues they have been unsuccessful resolving locally. Individuals should arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. Cornell Cooperative Extension is located at 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, New York. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! ========================================= ZOOM MEETING: 2020 Tompkins County Ag Summit Friday, April 10, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Clarion Inn, 2301 N. Triphammer Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 VIA ZOOM  Farmers, rural landowners, and government officials are invited to attend the Annual Tompkins County Agriculture Summit to learn about policies and programs that impact agriculture and our rural communities and to discuss research to help prepare them to meet the latest changes and challenges. Because of coronavirus, this year’s program will take place over 4 Fridays in April via Zoom Virtual Meetings. All meetings start at 12:30 and last 1 hour. One registration registers you for all four meetings. There is a suggested donation of $0-$40 per registrant. We want to make this event available to all members of the Tompkins County Agriculture community, regardless of financial situation. However, if you are in a position to contribute a fee, please do so. Your contributions make it possible for us to continue the work we do at Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and offer free resources to those who need them. FULL AGENDA Friday, April 3, 12:30 – 1:30 PM What the Agriculture Community Should know about Corona Virus –information for Dairy farmers and Direct Marketers 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, Agriculture Issue Leader CCE Tompkins, and Mila Fournier, Community Ag Educator 12:40 PM Dairy Farmer Resources – Managing COVID-19 Risks on Your Dairy - Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist-SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team, along with Betsy Hicks, Regional Dairy Specialist 1:10 PM Direct Market Farmer Resources – Precautions when interacting with customers, funding opportunity and other useful links – Monika Roth, CCE Tompkins Ag Educator 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – End meeting Friday, April 10, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM State Farmland Protection Program Grants – Scott Doyle, Tompkins County Planning Dept. 12: 55 PM Ag Labor Law changes/requirements – Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 17, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM NRCS update – Erin Paczkowski, District conservationist 12:40 PM SWCD update – Jon Negley, District Manager 12:45 PM Hemp production and marketing challenges – Janice Degni, Crop Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:20 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 24, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12: 35 PM Understanding the Solar Leasing/Installation Landscape – panel (15 min each) David Kay, Cornell CARDI – Solar Development in NYS and Land Use Implications Guillermo Metz, CCE Tompkins Energy Team Leader – Considerations for Community Solar Jay Franklin, Tompkins County Assessment Dept. – How Solar Installations are Assessed 1:20 PM – Questions of panelists 1:30 PM – Adjourn For more information contact Mila Fournier, Agriculture Educator, ymf5@cornell.edu. If you prefer to call, please leave a message at 607-272-2292 x194. However, because of the coronavirus, the CCE offices are closed and receiving a reply to a phone message will take longer.  Please be patient. Organized by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board and Tompkins County Farm Bureau. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, Tompkins County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board, and the Tompkins County Farm Bureau  Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom Sliding Scale, pay what you can between $0-$40 for the series Mila Fournier, ymf5@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 194 ========================================= Parents Apart® Saturday, April 11, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Why Do You Parent The Way You Do? (Ithaca) Wednesday, April 15, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activities Center), 318 North Albany Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 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 7-week series, led by Lucy Barrett & Serena Ward. Workshop discussion topics include: parenting styles and discipline, child development, cultural influences, and environmental issues.When: Wednesday evenings, 6-8pm.,  April  8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2020Where: Southside Community Center 305 South Plain St. IthacaNOTE: No one may join the class after April 15To register: call (607) 272-2292 or email jcg33@cornell.edu (put "parenting workshop registration" in the subject heading). http://bit.ly/ParentingStylesSpring2020 Register in advance for free childcare. FREE! Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Propagating and Growing Culinary Herbs Wednesday, April 15, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 THE IN-PERSON CLASS IS CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS, BUT WE'RE MOVING ALL OUR CLASSES TO A ZOOM PLATFORM. AFTER YOU REGISTER, YOU'LL GET A LINK TO THE ONLINE CLASS.Come join farmer Karma Glos of Kingbird Farm to learn how to grow culinary herbs in your home garden or farmstead. Karma will cover growing annual and perennial herbs from cuttings and seeds and how to process and dry herbs to keep your family eating homegrown fresh and dried herbs all year round. Participants will practice rooting herb cuttings and can take home a rooted cutting from Karma’s mother plants.Pre-registration is required. Go to the registration page to register and pay online, or call CCE-Tompkins at 272-2292. Pre-registration is required to hold your place in the class, and also in the event that a class is postponed or cancelled and we need to contact participants.REGISTER & PAY ONLINE HERE $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale, pay what you can afford Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Cultivating Inclusive Leadership: Fostering Engagement, Unleashing Innovation and Building Talent Thursday, April 16, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Community Arts of Elmira, 413 Lake St , Elmira, New York 14901 A two-workshop leadership intensive from the Natural Leaders Initiative, Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Cornell Team and Leadership Center. These workshops build on each other, but you may register for one or both!REGISTER HERE March 12: Leveraging the Power of Diverse Teams - CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS Learn to harness the power of the diversity that already exists within your team, organization or community. This session offers frameworks, practical tools and experiential activities for that will enable you better build support and trust, leverage the knowledge inherent in your group, help people effectively work through challenges, and strengthen your group’s impact. Read more… April 16: Cultivating the Leadership in Our Midst:  This session will strengthen your ability to build strong relationships with people from many different backgrounds, help you recognize and tap the diverse, untapped pool of informal and emerging leaders all around you, and provide practical ways to build diverse engagement and leadership for your team and organization by integrating new skills and tools into the work you are already doing. Read more…You will expand your comfort zone, build the confidence needed to develop and sustain diverse relationships, create personalized action steps that move you from good intentions to intended impact, and build a support network of peers with similar commitments. You will receive a certificate from Cornell Cooperative Extension upon completion. Instructors:The program’s widely acclaimed, experienced instructors creative a supportive and affirming learning environment. Margo Hittleman, Co-founder and Coordinator, Natural Leaders Initiative (March 12 and April 17) Karel Hilversum, Director, Cornell Team & Leadership Center (March 12 only)Cost:The fee includes instruction, handouts, lunch and snacks.Community nonprofit rate: $130 for the two-workshop series, or $75 for one workshop.Businesses and educational institutions: $180 for the two-workshop series, or $100 for one workshop.Scholarships are available for those who could not attend otherwise.Please contact Margo Hittleman with questions or scholarship requests.This program is partially supported by a grant from Cornell’s Office of Engagement Initiatives.REGISTER HERE Variable. See above Margo Hittleman, mjh17@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.167 ========================================= ZOOM MEETING: 2020 Tompkins County Ag Summit Friday, April 17, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Clarion Inn, 2301 N. Triphammer Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 VIA ZOOM  Farmers, rural landowners, and government officials are invited to attend the Annual Tompkins County Agriculture Summit to learn about policies and programs that impact agriculture and our rural communities and to discuss research to help prepare them to meet the latest changes and challenges. Because of coronavirus, this year’s program will take place over 4 Fridays in April via Zoom Virtual Meetings. All meetings start at 12:30 and last 1 hour. One registration registers you for all four meetings. There is a suggested donation of $0-$40 per registrant. We want to make this event available to all members of the Tompkins County Agriculture community, regardless of financial situation. However, if you are in a position to contribute a fee, please do so. Your contributions make it possible for us to continue the work we do at Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and offer free resources to those who need them. FULL AGENDA Friday, April 3, 12:30 – 1:30 PM What the Agriculture Community Should know about Corona Virus –information for Dairy farmers and Direct Marketers 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, Agriculture Issue Leader CCE Tompkins, and Mila Fournier, Community Ag Educator 12:40 PM Dairy Farmer Resources – Managing COVID-19 Risks on Your Dairy - Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist-SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team, along with Betsy Hicks, Regional Dairy Specialist 1:10 PM Direct Market Farmer Resources – Precautions when interacting with customers, funding opportunity and other useful links – Monika Roth, CCE Tompkins Ag Educator 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – End meeting Friday, April 10, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM State Farmland Protection Program Grants – Scott Doyle, Tompkins County Planning Dept. 12: 55 PM Ag Labor Law changes/requirements – Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 17, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM NRCS update – Erin Paczkowski, District conservationist 12:40 PM SWCD update – Jon Negley, District Manager 12:45 PM Hemp production and marketing challenges – Janice Degni, Crop Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:20 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 24, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12: 35 PM Understanding the Solar Leasing/Installation Landscape – panel (15 min each) David Kay, Cornell CARDI – Solar Development in NYS and Land Use Implications Guillermo Metz, CCE Tompkins Energy Team Leader – Considerations for Community Solar Jay Franklin, Tompkins County Assessment Dept. – How Solar Installations are Assessed 1:20 PM – Questions of panelists 1:30 PM – Adjourn For more information contact Mila Fournier, Agriculture Educator, ymf5@cornell.edu. If you prefer to call, please leave a message at 607-272-2292 x194. However, because of the coronavirus, the CCE offices are closed and receiving a reply to a phone message will take longer.  Please be patient. Organized by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board and Tompkins County Farm Bureau. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, Tompkins County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board, and the Tompkins County Farm Bureau  Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom Sliding Scale, pay what you can between $0-$40 for the series Mila Fournier, ymf5@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 194 ========================================= CANCELLED: Healthy Food For All Cooking Series Friday, April 17, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 MARCH CLASS IS CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR THE STATUS OF 4/17 CLASS.This class was designed to support members of the community who are purchasing local, seasonal produce. Shopping at the farmers market and through a CSA supports local farmers, healthy soils, and healthy communities. But it can be quite an adventure learning to cook new items, like kohlrabi, celeriac, fennel, squashes and many types of radishes and turnips. This class provides a time for community members to cook and eat together while developing flexible recipes that empower us to cook with what the earth provides, rather than shipping in familiar produce year round.  In addition, this class hopes that attendees will gain skills for weekly meal planning, food budgeting, reducing food waste and preserving the harvest through freezing batch meals. All classes provide a meal during class and one to take home. Please bring your own containers!This class is available free for SNAP or WIC eligible households.  Others are encouraged to sign up for the FREE CCE-Tompkins Community Toolbox newsletter to learn about additional class options that may be avaailable. Enroll at www.HealthyFoodForAll.org/classes FREE for SNAP or WIC eligible households. Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= Tree Pruning - Citizen Pruner Training #2 Monday, April 20, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a 3-part training series for individuals who wish to become Citizen Pruner Volunteers AND for members of the general public  who just want to know more about trees and how to care for them.  Classes cover pruning of trees and shrubs in a 3 part series- take one or all! Anyone who is interested in becoming a Citizen Pruner Volunteer for the City is encouraged to take these classes in preparation for volunteering in the summer.  Classes are offered Monday evenings – April 6, 20 and 27, 6:30 - 8:00pm at CCE-Tompkins. Take one or all of the following workshops: "Tree Selection and Plant Care" Monday, April 6, 6:30-8:00pm. Fee: $7-$15 "Pruning Trees" Monday, April 20, 6:30-8:00pm.  Fee: $7-$15 "Pruning Shrubs" Monday, April 27, 6:30-8:00pm. Fee: $7-$15 "Hands on Pruning" Monday, May 4, 5:30pm.  Fee: $5 There is a $7-$15 per class self-determined sliding scale fee.  REGISTER AND PAY ON THE LINK BELOW.  This class if free to 2020 Citizen Pruner Volunteers.  You must fill out the Volunteer ApplicationCitizen Pruner Volunteer Application. Following the classroom instruction, there will be a hands-on pruning workshop on Monday, May 4, 5:30 -7:00 PM (for an additional $5). For questions, contact Monika Roth at mr55@cornell.edu or call 272-2292 and leave a message. About the Citizen Pruner Volunteer Program: Citizen Pruner Volunteers get LOTS of hands-on pruning practice helping to maintain street trees and shrubs in the City of Ithaca. After 4 training sessions at Cooperative Extension, volunteers work once a week from May to October and are free to come weekly or as time permits. Staff from Extension and the City are always on hand during work sessions to help guide volunteers in making pruning decisions. $7-$15 (self determined sliding scale) fee per class, Free for Citizen Purner Volunteers Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= Right Plant, Right Place Wednesday, April 22, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Do you ever see beautiful plants at the nursery but have no idea where to put them in your yard? Or perhaps you have a sweet little spot but don't know what plants to fill it with? Well, the Master Gardeners have the answers to all your questions. Come to "Right Plant, Right Place," just in time for this Spring Plant Sale and learn the different techniques Master Gardeners use for selecting plants and placing them in their gardens. This class is lead by three Master Gardeners with over 120 years of combined gardening experience! $10-$30 self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Supper Club for New & Expecting Parents Thursday, April 23, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Join Tina Snyder, nutrition educator and certified lactation counselor, for 5 evenings of cooking and eating together and sharing healthy eating and successful breastfeeding tips.  Take home freezer ready meals every week.  This series is offered at no charge, and is funded specifically for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits.NEXT SESSION runs on Thursday evenings from 4:30 - 6:30pm from April 23 to May 28. FREE! for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits Tina M. Snyder, tmf8@cornell.edu , (607) 272-2292 ext. 128 ========================================= ZOOM MEETING: 2020 Tompkins County Ag Summit Friday, April 24, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Clarion Inn, 2301 N. Triphammer Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 VIA ZOOM  Farmers, rural landowners, and government officials are invited to attend the Annual Tompkins County Agriculture Summit to learn about policies and programs that impact agriculture and our rural communities and to discuss research to help prepare them to meet the latest changes and challenges. Because of coronavirus, this year’s program will take place over 4 Fridays in April via Zoom Virtual Meetings. All meetings start at 12:30 and last 1 hour. One registration registers you for all four meetings. There is a suggested donation of $0-$40 per registrant. We want to make this event available to all members of the Tompkins County Agriculture community, regardless of financial situation. However, if you are in a position to contribute a fee, please do so. Your contributions make it possible for us to continue the work we do at Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and offer free resources to those who need them. FULL AGENDA Friday, April 3, 12:30 – 1:30 PM What the Agriculture Community Should know about Corona Virus –information for Dairy farmers and Direct Marketers 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, Agriculture Issue Leader CCE Tompkins, and Mila Fournier, Community Ag Educator 12:40 PM Dairy Farmer Resources – Managing COVID-19 Risks on Your Dairy - Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist-SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team, along with Betsy Hicks, Regional Dairy Specialist 1:10 PM Direct Market Farmer Resources – Precautions when interacting with customers, funding opportunity and other useful links – Monika Roth, CCE Tompkins Ag Educator 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – End meeting Friday, April 10, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction/Welcome – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM State Farmland Protection Program Grants – Scott Doyle, Tompkins County Planning Dept. 12: 55 PM Ag Labor Law changes/requirements – Mary Kate Wheeler, Dairy Farm Business Management Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:25 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 17, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12:35 PM NRCS update – Erin Paczkowski, District conservationist 12:40 PM SWCD update – Jon Negley, District Manager 12:45 PM Hemp production and marketing challenges – Janice Degni, Crop Specialist, SCNY Regional Dairy & Crop Team 1:20 PM – Questions 1:30 PM – Adjourn Friday, April 24, 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 PM Introduction – Graham Savio, CCE Tompkins 12: 35 PM Understanding the Solar Leasing/Installation Landscape – panel (15 min each) David Kay, Cornell CARDI – Solar Development in NYS and Land Use Implications Guillermo Metz, CCE Tompkins Energy Team Leader – Considerations for Community Solar Jay Franklin, Tompkins County Assessment Dept. – How Solar Installations are Assessed 1:20 PM – Questions of panelists 1:30 PM – Adjourn For more information contact Mila Fournier, Agriculture Educator, ymf5@cornell.edu. If you prefer to call, please leave a message at 607-272-2292 x194. However, because of the coronavirus, the CCE offices are closed and receiving a reply to a phone message will take longer.  Please be patient. Organized by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board and Tompkins County Farm Bureau. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, Tompkins County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board, and the Tompkins County Farm Bureau  Setting Up Zoom: To download and install the Zoom Application: Go to https://zoom.us/download and from the Download Center, click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”. This application will automatically download when you start your first Zoom Meeting, but installing before class is a good idea. Once the download is complete, proceed with installing the Zoom application onto your computer. Once Zoom is installed, click on the emailed Zoom link to begin viewing the class in Zoom Sliding Scale, pay what you can between $0-$40 for the series Mila Fournier, ymf5@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 194 ========================================= POSTPONED: Lansing Annual Spaghetti Supper Friday, April 24, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm All Saints Church, 347 Ridge Road , Lansing, New York 14882 POSTPONED DUE TO CORNOAVIRUS - DATE TO BE DETERMINED! Lansing Rural Youth Services youth will be cooking and serving at this supper. Meat and vegetarian options are available.  All proceeds support Lansing Rural Youth Services programs. Cost is $8/adults,$4/children 14 and under or $20/family.   This is a smoke-free and alcohol-free family event $8/adults,$4/children 14 and under or $20/family Shelley Lester, sjl44@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 141 ========================================= Duck Drop Sunday, April 26, 2020 2:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cascadilla Gorge Park, University Avenue at Linn Street , Ithaca, New York 14850 DUCKS DROP AT 2PM into Cascadilla Falls, at Cornell Botanic Gardens Cascadilla Gorge Trail. Enter the natural area at Tremen Triangle, located at the intersection of University Avenue and Linn Street in downtown Ithaca. See map below for details! 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, hear live music, and visit our Compost Fair and other displays. Refreshments and restrooms available at CCE-Tompkins. Buy duck chances online at 4hduckrace.com or in person at CCE-Tompkins on Sunday until 1pm (unless sold out!) or by phone using your VISA or MasterCard at (607) 272-2292. FREE TO WATCH! Buy chances on the link below: Athena Steinkraus, ahs38@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 139 ========================================= 4-H Duck Race Sunday, April 26, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 4-H Duck Race Join us to watch 3000 bright yellow rubber ducks tumble over the Cascadilla Creek falls at the Cornell Botanic Gardens Cascadilla Gorge Trail then bob down the creek  in a frantic and fabulous race to raise funds for 4-H programs in Tompkins County.   The race begins at 2PM when the ducks are dropped into Cascadilla Falls at the Cornell Botanic Gardens Cascadilla Gorge Trail (intersection of University Avenue and Linn Street in downtown Ithaca ). Walk through charming Ithaca neighborhoods as you follow the ducks down the stream to the finish line at the Cooperative Extension Education Center on Willow Avenue. At the Education Center, you'll find refreshments, live music and entertainment, activities for kids, and the ever-popular COMPOST FAIR all afternoon long!  Stick around and see if your duck came in first to win the $750 CASH "NEST EGG" top prize, or one of many other great donated prizes that will be given out for the top 50 winning ducks at the event. All proceeds support 4-H youth programs in Tompkins County!  Buy your DUCK CHANCES HERE!! Get all the details on our main 4-H DUCK RACE page.PLEASE NOTE: the rubber ducks are NOT released into the lake! Duck "wranglers" follow the ducks on their journey down the creek and make sure they don't get stuck along the way, then volunteers capture ducks at the finish line. 4-H is concerned about our lake too!] FREE to watch. Duck chances are $5/each or $20 for a flock of 5. Athena Steinkraus, ahs38@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 139 ========================================= POSTPONED UNTIL FALL: Compost Fair & 4-H Duck Race Sunday, April 26, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Note: due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this event has been postponed until the fall of 2020 (probably September). When more details are available, the new date will be listed on the calendar of events. Celebrate spring's arrival by stopping by the Compost Fair for a guaranteed good time! The Compost Fair is held in conjunction with the 4-H Duck Race. And this year, for the first time, we are partnering with Streets Alive! as they hold their event nearby. It is our hope that people can move easily between events on road and away from cars. Admission to all events is FREE and open to the public. At the Compost Fair, there will be information and demonstrations of beginning and advanced compost techniques, continuous tours of our demonstration site, live music, food and activities for kids. Several partner organizations, gardening and sustainability groups will be joining us. All attendees will be eligible to win fabulous compost prizes. Compost bins (Earth Machines, welded wire cylinder and worm compost bins) will be for sale while supplies last. Go home a composter!SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Entertainment TBD 3:30: Duck Race Prize announcements Compost Education Booths Basic Composting Booth Compost Kids Activities Indoor Composting Advanced Composting Critter Shed Outdoor Composting Partner Organizations TBD (Past Partner Organizations) Tompkins Co. Dept. of Recycling and Materials Management Get Your Green-Back Tompkins NYSEG Energy Smart Communities Tompkins County Master Gardeners Ithaca Community Gardens Ithaca College Department of Life Skills 4-H Plant and Environmental Science Team Dish Truck Primitive Pursuits Fidelis CCETC Energy Program CCETC Environment Program CCETC Nutrition Program CCETC Parenting Education Program CCETC Rural Youth Services Prize Drawings Every hour (1:00, 2:00, 3:00 & 4:00), open to all who register at the welcome booth Compost Bin sales (while supplies last!) Earth Machines, welded wire cylinder bins, worm bins, also at the welcome booth FoodThe Famous Duck DeliLet us know you are coming via our Facebook event page ( *coming soon!*) See you at the Fair! FREE and open to the public Adam Michaelides, acm1@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 124 ========================================= Shrub Pruning - Citizen Pruner Training #3 Monday, April 27, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a 3-part training series for individuals who wish to become Citizen Pruner Volunteers AND for members of the general public  who just want to know more about trees and how to care for them.  Classes cover pruning of trees and shrubs in a 3 part series- take one or all! Anyone who is interested in becoming a Citizen Pruner Volunteer for the City is encouraged to take these classes in preparation for volunteering in the summer.  Classes are offered Monday evenings – April  6, 20 and 27, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at CCE-Tompkins. Take one or all of the following workshops: "Tree Selection and Plant Care" Monday, April 6, 6:30 - 8:00 pm "Training and Pruning Trees" Monday, April 20, 6:30 - 8:00 pm "Pruning Shrubs" Monday, April 27, 6:30 - 8:00 pm "Hands on Pruning" Monday, May 4, 5:30pm.  Fee: $5 There is a $7-$15 per class self-determined sliding scale fee. Sign up for all 3 for $20 total. REGISTER AND PAY ON THE LINK BELOW. Following the classroom instruction, there will be a hands-on pruning workshop on Monday, May 4, 5:30 -7:00 PM (for an additional $5). For questions, contact Monika Roth at mr55@cornell.edu or call 272-2292 and leave a message. About the Citizen Pruner Volunteer Program: Citizen Pruner Volunteers get LOTS of hands-on pruning practice helping to maintain street trees and shrubs in the City of Ithaca. After 4 training sessions at Cooperative Extension, volunteers work once a week from May to October and are free to come weekly or as time permits. Staff from Extension and the City are always on hand during work sessions to help guide volunteers in making pruning decisions. $7-$15 (self determined sliding scale) per class, $20 for series; FREE for volunteers Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= Growing Cut Flowers Wednesday, April 29, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 What a joyful privilege to bring colorful blooms inside! Join us to learn about annual flower varieties that are easy to grow in your home garden and lend themselves to making beautiful arrangements. Each student will go home with seeds.  $10-$30 per person self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Supper Club for New & Expecting Parents Thursday, April 30, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Join Tina Snyder, nutrition educator and certified lactation counselor, for 5 evenings of cooking and eating together and sharing healthy eating and successful breastfeeding tips.  Take home freezer ready meals every week.  This series is offered at no charge, and is funded specifically for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits.NEXT SESSION runs on Thursday evenings from 4:30 - 6:30pm from April 23 to May 28. FREE! for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits Tina M. Snyder, tmf8@cornell.edu , (607) 272-2292 ext. 128 ========================================= Tree ID Walk and Pruning Demo - Citizen Pruner Program Training #4 Monday, May 4, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 This final class for the pruning series allows participants to familiarize themselves with common trees in Ithaca and see spring pruning in action! Join CCE and the Citizen Pruner Program for a delightful walk outside to view various species of trees and shrubs.  These classes are free to Citizen Pruner Volunteers *Note earlier start time than previous classes*Each spring, we offer a training series for individuals who wish to become Citizen Pruner Volunteers and for members of the general public. Take one or all of the following workshops: April 6 – Tree selection and planting care;  There is a $7-15 sliding scale fee to attend individual classes.April 20 – Training and pruning trees;  There is a $7-15 sliding scale fee to attend individual classes.April 27 – Pruning shrubs. There is a $7-15 sliding scale fee to attend individual classes.  May 6 - Tree Identification Walk & Pruning Demo Monday, May 6, 5:30pm. Take a walk around our Fall Creek neighborhood to identify and prune local street trees. There is a $5.00 fee for this class.About the Citizen Pruner Volunteer Program: Citizen Pruner Volunteers get LOTS of hands-on pruning practice helping to maintain street trees and shrubs in the City of Ithaca. After 4 training sessions at Cooperative Extension, volunteers work once a week from May to October and are free to come weekly or as time permits. Staff from Extension and the City are always on hand during work sessions to help guide volunteers in making pruning decisions. To volunteer or sign up for the classes, call (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 or email Monika Roth at mr55@cornell.edu. $5 per person. Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= CANCELLED Harvest of the Month Cooking Class Wednesday, May 6, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Youth in 3rd to 5th Grade from SNAP-eligible families are invited to attend our free Harvest of the Month Cooking Classes featuring Harvest of the Month recipes that they've enjoyed at school, with farm-fresh local and regional products to include: sweet potatoes, polenta (made from corn), wheat berries, dairy, spinach salad, and arugula pesto pasta. Each class includes nutrition lessons which will include topics such as: Rethink Your Drink, MyPlate, Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, and Physical Activity Who: 3rd-5th Graders from SNAP-eligible families. Interested parents are welcome to tag along! When: weeknight evenings once a month during the school year Where: CCE Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 How Much: FREE! Register: with this ONLINE FORM or the Register Here link at upper left. Contact Kaela Klapan at kmk245@cornell.edu or (607) 227-2292 for more information FREE! Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= No-Till Gardening Techniques Wednesday, May 6, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Reducing tillage in your garden helps preserve soil structure and also reduces the number of weed seeds that germinate each year. This helps improve your soil while also reducing the chore of weeding. At this hands-on class, participants will learn a variety of no-dig techniques, including broad forking, lazy beds and using raised beds. Weather permitting, the class will venture outdoors so wear your gardening clothes and shoes! Instructor Jennie Cramer is our Horticulture Program Manager and coordinates our Master Gardener Volunteer Program. She is a former conservation biologist with a passion for organic gardening, regenerative agriculture, natural history and botanical education. Pre-registration is required.to hold your place in the class, and also in the event that a class is postponed or cancelled and we need to contact participants. Sign up on the LEARN MORE link below. $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale; pay what you can afford Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Supper Club for New & Expecting Parents Thursday, May 7, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Join Tina Snyder, nutrition educator and certified lactation counselor, for 5 evenings of cooking and eating together and sharing healthy eating and successful breastfeeding tips.  Take home freezer ready meals every week.  This series is offered at no charge, and is funded specifically for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits.NEXT SESSION runs on Thursday evenings from 4:30 - 6:30pm from April 23 to May 28. FREE! for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits Tina M. Snyder, tmf8@cornell.edu , (607) 272-2292 ext. 128 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, May 7, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Parents Apart® Monday, May 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Sustainable Rose Care Wednesday, May 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Roses are often considered a difficult group of plants to grow. But with the right selection, roses can be a joy to have in your garden and do not take a lot of work.Learn about the "easy care" roses that not only survive but flourish in the Finger Lakes. Proper care of these roses will also be discussed -- planting, fertilizing, and pruning. Lee Ginenthal is the owner of Der Rosenmeister Nursery in Ithaca, NY. He has been gardening since he was a young boy and growing roses for the past thirty years. A retired teacher and staff trainer for the Ithaca City School District, Lee is a Consulting Rosarian for the American Rose Society and a member of the NY State Nursery & Landscape Association.  $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Tenant/Landlord Rights & Responsibilities Thursday, May 14, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues Program, NY State Assistant Attorney General, Michael Danaher, will discuss issues surrounding leases, how security deposits are managed, when and how evictions occur, what to do about needed repairs, and how to avoid or resolve tenant-landlord disputes. Information pertaining to the lead-based paint disclosure law will also be available. After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Supper Club for New & Expecting Parents Thursday, May 14, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Join Tina Snyder, nutrition educator and certified lactation counselor, for 5 evenings of cooking and eating together and sharing healthy eating and successful breastfeeding tips.  Take home freezer ready meals every week.  This series is offered at no charge, and is funded specifically for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits.NEXT SESSION runs on Thursday evenings from 4:30 - 6:30pm from April 23 to May 28. FREE! for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits Tina M. Snyder, tmf8@cornell.edu , (607) 272-2292 ext. 128 ========================================= Spring Garden Fair & Plant Sale Saturday, May 16, 2020 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Ithaca High School, 1401 N. Cayuga Street , Ithaca, NY 14850 Cooperative Extension Master Gardener volunteers, an estimated 40 area growers, and other garden groups offer perennials, specialty plants and gardening advice. You will find organically grown vegetable transplants and heirloom varieties, a huge variety of annuals, herbs and many specialty perennials, flowering shrubs, trees, hardy roses and fruit crops. Free soil pH testing is available and educational exhibits and information are offered. Bring baskets, wagons, and other containers for transporting plants. INFORMATION FOR NEW VENDORS: All vendors must have a valid and up to date nursery license from NYS Ag and MarketsEmail Maria Christian at mjc72@cornell.edu with the following information:-name-business name-email-phone number-address-what you would like to sell FREE! Maria Christian, mjc72@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 130 ========================================= Small Fruits for Home Gardens Wednesday, May 20, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Small fruits are ideal fruits to grow if you are short on space and time. Currants, gooseberries and jostaberries should be ripe in the CCE gardens, if so we will do some tasting of these lesser-known fruits. We will also explore more common fruits such as raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries. Find out about cold hardiness, pollination, soil preparation, propagation, varieties to try, and more. Pre-registration is required.  Register and Pay Online HERE. $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Supper Club for New & Expecting Parents Thursday, May 21, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Join Tina Snyder, nutrition educator and certified lactation counselor, for 5 evenings of cooking and eating together and sharing healthy eating and successful breastfeeding tips.  Take home freezer ready meals every week.  This series is offered at no charge, and is funded specifically for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits.NEXT SESSION runs on Thursday evenings from 4:30 - 6:30pm from April 23 to May 28. FREE! for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits Tina M. Snyder, tmf8@cornell.edu , (607) 272-2292 ext. 128 ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Cornell Cooperative Extension offices will be closed in observance of the federal Memorial Day holiday. ========================================= Creative Container Gardening Wednesday, May 27, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Learn how to combine perennials, annuals, herbs and edibles into containers from the leader of the Community Beautification Program, Martha Gioumousis who creates, designs, and plants the beautiful containers throughout Ithaca including those on the Ithaca Commons. No gardening experience necessary but even advanced gardeners will leave with new information, ideas, and inspiration. Martha will have a few choices of plants suitable for container gardening for you to take home. This is one of our most popular classes! Sign up now at the "Learn More" link to secure your spot. $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale, pay what you can afford. Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Supper Club for New & Expecting Parents Thursday, May 28, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Join Tina Snyder, nutrition educator and certified lactation counselor, for 5 evenings of cooking and eating together and sharing healthy eating and successful breastfeeding tips.  Take home freezer ready meals every week.  This series is offered at no charge, and is funded specifically for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits.NEXT SESSION runs on Thursday evenings from 4:30 - 6:30pm from April 23 to May 28. FREE! for families who are eligible to receive WIC benefits Tina M. Snyder, tmf8@cornell.edu , (607) 272-2292 ext. 128 ========================================= 2020 Seed Money For The Future Monday, June 1, 2020 12:15 am - 11:45 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In connection with the retirement of Monika Roth, Agriculture Program Leader, in 2018 after 40 years of extension programming, the SEED MONEY FOR THE FUTURE fund was established to continue her legacy of innovative agriculture and horticulture programming at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. SEED MONEY FOR THE FUTURE will support a new mini-grant program to fund CCE-Tompkins initiatives that address agriculture, gardening and local foods needs in our community. Examples of investments that have enriched our community with Monika's involvement are: Ithaca Children's Garden, local Farmers' Markets, Master Gardener Volunteers, Citizen Pruner Volunteers, Spring Plant Sale, Finger Lakes Culinary Bounty, Community Beautification Program, Guide to Farming in New York State publication, Farmland Protection, and more. Monika Roth, mr55@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 126 ========================================= CANCELLED Harvest of the Month Cooking Class Wednesday, June 3, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Youth in 3rd to 5th Grade from SNAP-eligible families are invited to attend our free Harvest of the Month Cooking Classes featuring Harvest of the Month recipes that they've enjoyed at school, with farm-fresh local and regional products to include: sweet potatoes, polenta (made from corn), wheat berries, dairy, spinach salad, and arugula pesto pasta. Each class includes nutrition lessons which will include topics such as: Rethink Your Drink, MyPlate, Fruits & Vegetables, Whole Grains, and Physical Activity Who: 3rd-5th Graders from SNAP-eligible families. Interested parents are welcome to tag along! When: weeknight evenings once a month during the school year Where: CCE Teaching Kitchen, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 How Much: FREE! Register: with this ONLINE FORM or the Register Here link at upper left. Contact Kaela Klapan at kmk245@cornell.edu or (607) 227-2292 for more information FREE! Kaela Klapan, kmk245@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 132 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, June 4, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Being a Wise Consumer in the Utility Market Thursday, June 11, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this month's Consumer Issues Program, "Being a Wise Consumer in the Utility Market", Mike Danaher, New York State Assistant Attorney General, will share information on how consumers can protect themselves from problems and what to do if a problem occurs. Issues to be covered include electric and gas utilities, internet service, telephones, telemarketing scams, and related consumer concerns. Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to consult individually with Attorney Danaher regarding any type of consumer problem they have been unsuccessful at resolving locally. Individuals should arrive by 12:30 pm for a consultation. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Parents Apart® Saturday, June 13, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Garden Insect ID & Organic Controls Wednesday, June 17, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Learning to identify the beneficial insects and pests in your garden will help reduce insect damage to your vegetables, fruits and flowers. Participants at this class will learn characteristics of the major insect orders in our region, have an opportunity to try their hand at identifying insects using web and print resources, and gain information on how to deal with common insect pests organically.Pre-registration is required. Go to the registration page to register and pay online, or call CCE-Tompkins at 272-2292. Pre-registration is required to hold your place in the class, and also in the event that a class is postponed or cancelled and we need to contact participants.Register and pay online here. $10-$30/person sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, July 2, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= CLOSED for Independence Day Friday, July 3, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Independence Day Holiday. ========================================= Update on Consumer Frauds & Scams Thursday, July 9, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues Program, NY State Assistant Attorney General, Michael Danaher, will discuss current consumer frauds and scams, the warning signs, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim.Following the presentation, members of the public have the opportunity to consult individually with Attorney Danaher regarding specific issues they have been unsuccessful resolving locally. Individuals should arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. Free and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Open Days Garden Tours Saturday, July 11, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm The Tompkins County Community Beautification Program coordinates local participation every other year in The Open Days Garden Tours, a national event sponsored by The Garden Conservancy. Admission is $7/person per garden with proceeds split between the two coordinating groups.Our 2020 Open Days Tour Garden selections are listed below. Different gardens will be open on two Saturdays, July 11 and August 8, from 10:00am to 4:00pm each day. Each of these seven private gardens will be open for one day only. The tours are self-guided and take place rain or shine. Saturday, July 11, 10:00am-4:00pm Lyman Hillside GardenMary Squyres GardenHillman GardenVan Sickle GardenLion Garden Saturday, August 8, 10:00am-4:00pm Filios GardenRidenour Lotus Pond $7/person per garden Martha Gioumousis, mg10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 123 ========================================= Parents Apart® Monday, July 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Garden Weed Identification and Management Wednesday, July 22, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Are you overwhelmed by the weeds in your garden? Come learn to identify and control the top 12 annual weeds in your garden and top 6 perennials. We will go over methods of weed prevention and control without the use of harmful chemicals. Learn which are edible so if you can't get rid of them, at least you can eat them!  $10-$30/person self-determined sliding scale Jennie Cramer, jrc10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext 146 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, August 6, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Ridenour Lotus Pond and Garden Tour Saturday, August 8, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Nancy Ridenour, 346 Warren Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 Hidden behind this suburban home on Warren Road in Ithaca is a treasure for viewing.Nancy Ridenour’s lotus pond is nestled between beautiful annual and perennial gardens and is filled with lotus blooms.Elegant flower stalks rise above the water’s surface and wave in the breeze.The effect is magical and mesmerizing.Additional features of the gardens include copper and cement sculptures carefully placed throughout the gardens.This is a garden to visit, to savor and experience, and to spend a relaxing few moments.Also visit Lotus Studios on the property to view photographs of the lotus and other flowers.The pond is at its best before 2pm, so come early if you can.Directions:From the south, drive east on Route 13, turn right on Warren Road, driving south toward Cornell.Cross over Hanshaw Road.It is the 5th house on the right, numbered 346 Warren Road. Parking is best on Roat Street, just before the residence.There is limited parking in the driveway for special needs.From the east, drive west on Route 13 and turn left on Warren Road, driving toward Cornell. Cross over Hanshaw Road.It is the 5th house on the right, numbered 346 Warren Road. Parking is best on Roat Street, just before the residence.There is limited parking in the driveway for special needs. $7/person Martha Gioumousis, mg10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 123 ========================================= Open Days Garden Tours Saturday, August 8, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm The Tompkins County Community Beautification Program coordinates local participation every other year in The Open Days Garden Tours, a national event sponsored by The Garden Conservancy. Admission is $7/person per garden with proceeds split between the two coordinating groups.Our 2020 Open Days Tour Garden selections are listed below. Different gardens will be open on two Saturdays, July 11 and August 8, from 10:00am to 4:00pm each day. Each of these seven private gardens will be open for one day only. The tours are self-guided and take place rain or shine. Saturday, July 11, 10:00am-4:00pm Lyman Hillside GardenMary Squyres GardenHillman GardenVan Sickle GardenLion Garden Saturday, August 8, 10:00am-4:00pm Filios GardenRidenour Lotus Pond $7/person per garden Martha Gioumousis, mg10@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 123 ========================================= Avoiding & Resolving Problems with Car Purchases & Repairs Thursday, August 13, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 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. After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Parents Apart® Saturday, August 15, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, September 3, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Education Center will be closed in observance of the Labor Day federal holiday. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Kenneth J. Schlather, ks47@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext.125 ========================================= Tenant/Landlord Rights & Responsibilities Thursday, September 10, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues Program, NY State Assistant Attorney General, Michael Danaher, will discuss issues surrounding leases, how security deposits are managed, when and how evictions occur, what to do about needed repairs, and how to avoid or resolve tenant-landlord disputes. Information pertaining to the lead-based paint disclosure law will also be available. After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Parents Apart® Monday, September 14, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, October 1, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Consumer's Rights & Responsibilities in the Marketplace Thursday, October 8, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues Program, NYS Assistant Attorney General Mike Danaher will discuss ways consumers can be more informed when they make their purchasing decisions. The public is invited to learn how to avoid consumer problems and what to do if a problem occurs.After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Parents Apart® Saturday, October 17, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, November 5, 2020 8:00 am - 10:00 am CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Note: January meeting is generally training and orientation for new board members; November or December meeting coincides with our Association Annual Meeting, date to be determined. FREE! ========================================= Parents Apart® Monday, November 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. ========================================= Charitable Giving Update Thursday, November 12, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues Program, NY State Assistant Attorney General Michael Danaher will make a presentation on charitable giving, scams, and things to consider when making donations.After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Friday, November 27, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= Avoiding Consumer Problems on the Internet Thursday, December 10, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 In this Consumer Issues program, Mike Danaher, NYS Assistant Attorney General, will explore ways for consumers to protect their identity, financial accounts, and personal information, and what they can do to resolve problems should they occur.After his presentation, Danaher will consult individually with members of the public about specific issues they have been unable to resolve locally. Arrive by 12:30pm for a consultation. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is needed. Presentations are videotaped for broadcast on Public Access Channel 15 on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. FREE! Kenneth McLaurin, Jr., kem228@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 x120 ========================================= Parents Apart® Saturday, December 12, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parents Apart® is a six-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) adjust 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.Workshop is offered on:(1) SATURDAY, 9:00 am-4:00 pm with a 1 hour break OR (2) consecutive MONDAY evenings, 6:00-9:00 pm. Only the date of the first session in each Monday series will be listed below. For information, to pay by credit card, to request a reduced fee, or to discuss concerns about safety or other special circumstances, please contact Jennifer Gray at (607) 272-2292.Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for their generous financial support.  $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. Jennifer Gray, jcg33@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 157 (Voicemail #240) ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Thursday, December 24, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Friday, December 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Holidays. =========================================