Tompkins 4-H Fall Festival

Saturday, October 18, 2025

FALL FEST!!! Join us on October 18th, 2025 10am-3pm in the parking lot of Tractor Supply Co. in Ithaca, NY! You can learn more about our different clubs and other 4-H programs. Some of the clubs will have fun displays, activities, bake sales and more! (If we're lucky you may even get to se...

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Beginning Farmer Land Access (2-day) Retreat

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Beginning farmers looking for land, join us for a two-day land access retreat on Saturday, October 18th  from 10:00am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, October 19th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the beautiful Arnot Forest Lodge! This event provides aspiring farmers with the knowledge and resources...

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Monday, October 20, 2025

Currently this course is only offered online. 2025 dates are posted below. Participants must enroll in both sessions, only the first date of each class series above is listed on our calendar since you cannot join after the first class January 11 & 18, SaturdaysFebruary 3 & 10, Mo...

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World Earthworm Day Book Discussion

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

You are invited to a community book discussion of Charles Darwin’s last published work, The Formation of Vegetable Mould Through the Action of Worms, at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County! Revisit this book from 1881 and discover what it has to share with us today in 2025. It ex...

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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Parenting Communication Skills Workshops

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Free Energy Workshop

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Take home a free home energy kit and learn DIY ways to save energy and money in your home! Find out about grants and rebates for home weatherization, heat pumps, and solar. Our CEAs will be available to answer your energy questions.Please register for this event.Childcare will be provided O...

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Fall Worm Composting Class

Saturday, October 25, 2025

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. $12 per household. Register early, space is limited!  Register online using th...

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Family Playgroup - Fall'25

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Family Playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers

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Native Plant Gardening: 4 Master Gardeners, 4 Approaches

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Hear presentations from four Master Gardener Volunteers about how each went about growing native plants in their gardens, their successes, and lessons learned. The talks will range from a small yard to a countryside wild area with different types and sizes of spaces in between.This class is hybri...

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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Parenting Communication Skills Workshops

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Parenting Styles (HYBRID OPTION, ONLINE AND IN PERSON)

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Why Do You Parent The Way You Do?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?  In this 7-week series, come together with others to share information and discuss i...

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Family Playgroup - Fall'25

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Family Playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers

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Free Energy Workshop

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Take home a free home energy kit and learn DIY ways to save energy and money in your home! Find out about grants and rebates for home weatherization, heat pumps, and solar. Our CEAs will be available to answer your energy questions.Please register for this event. Childcare will be provided...

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, November 6, 2025

The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month. Meetings begin at 5 pm and typically end by 7 pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2025 Board Meetings As of now, ...

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Parenting Styles (HYBRID OPTION, ONLINE AND IN PERSON)

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Why Do You Parent The Way You Do?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?  In this 7-week series, come together with others to share information and discuss i...

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Winter Craft Series: Needle-Felted Snowman

Friday, November 7, 2025

Needle-Felted Snowmen Workshop | Winter Craft Series Kick off our Winter Craft Series with a cozy evening of creativity! Learn the art of needle felting as you design and sculpt your very own wooly snowman—perfect for gifting or adding a handmade touch to your winter décor. No experience ne...

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Currently this course is only offered online. 2025 dates are posted below. Participants must enroll in both sessions, only the first date of each class series above is listed on our calendar since you cannot join after the first class January 11 & 18, SaturdaysFebruary 3 & 10, Mo...

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CLOSED for Veterans Day

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

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Winter Craft Series: Cross-Stitched Snowflake

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

 Cross-Stitched Snowflakes Workshop | Winter Craft Series Add a personal touch to your holiday décor with a cozy evening of cross-stitching! In this relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the basics of creating a framed cross-stitch as you craft a delicate snowflake design—a...

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Natural Dyeing Workshop

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Learn the craft of natural dyeing with native foraged plants including a presentation and hands on-demo. From background, prep work, to dye creation and utilization, we will cover all the basics. Participants are invited to bring one small garment or 2 skeins of yarn (natural linen or wool) for t...

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Bokashi Composting Class

Saturday, November 15, 2025

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 enth...

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Family Open Play

Monday, November 17, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Playgroup - Fall'25

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Family Playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers

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Winter Craft Series: Chocolate-Dipped Delights

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Chocolate-Dipped Delights Workshop | Winter Craft Series Treat yourself to a sweet and festive evening! In this delicious hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to make chocolate-covered peanuts, candied pecans, pretzels, and more—perfect for gifting or keeping all to yourself. We’ll explore ea...

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Family Open Play

Monday, November 24, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Playgroup - Fall'25

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Family Playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers

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CLOSED for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 27, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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CLOSED for Thanksgiving

Friday, November 28, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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Family Open Play

Monday, December 1, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Playgroup - Fall'25

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Family Playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, December 4, 2025

The CCE-Tompkins Board of Directors usually meets on the first Thursday of the month. Meetings begin at 5 pm and typically end by 7 pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2025 Board Meetings As of now, ...

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Wreath Making Workshop! (Friday)

Friday, December 5, 2025

Create a beautiful evergreen wreath to decorate your home for the holidays! A variety of fresh-cut greens, wreath ring, wire, and ribbons will be supplied. Bring any special decorating materials you would like to use to personalize your wreath, such as ornaments, lights, or berries. Wear ...

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Wreath Making Workshop! (Saturday)

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Create a beautiful evergreen wreath to decorate your home for the holidays! A variety of fresh-cut greens, wreath ring, wire, and ribbons will be supplied. Bring any special decorating materials you would like to use to personalize your wreath, such as ornaments, lights, or berries. Wear casual c...

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Family Open Play

Monday, December 8, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Monday, December 8, 2025

Currently this course is only offered online. 2025 dates are posted below. Participants must enroll in both sessions, only the first date of each class series above is listed on our calendar since you cannot join after the first class January 11 & 18, SaturdaysFebruary 3 & 10, Mo...

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Family Playgroup - Fall'25

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Family Playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers

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Family Open Play

Monday, December 15, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, December 22, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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CLOSED for the Holidays

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Holidays.

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CLOSED for the Holidays

Thursday, December 25, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Holidays.

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CLOSED for the Holidays

Friday, December 26, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the Holidays.

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CLOSED for New Year's Holiday

Thursday, January 1, 2026

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for the New Year's Holiday.

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Family Open Play

Monday, January 5, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, January 12, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, January 26, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, February 2, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, February 9, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, February 23, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, March 2, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, March 9, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, March 16, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, March 23, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, April 6, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Open Play

Monday, April 13, 2026

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Nov 17 - April 13, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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