Stronger Together - Parental Resilience

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Family activities

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Open Family Play

Monday, February 10, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Seed Starting

Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Grow everything from artichokes to zucchini from seed at home! Save money, get your garden started early, and enjoy the wondrous and exciting process of seed germination and plant growth throughout the winter. We'll discuss when to start your seeds, tool options, and using different pots includin...

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Workshop: LAND Project Grant Program

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Those looking for funding for farms or food projects are invited to a hands-on workshop to support access to a new grant program aimed at supporting farmers. The workshop will take place Wednesday, February 12 from 11am-1pm. Location will be shared soon. This workshop is part of the F...

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CLOSED for Presidents' Day

Monday, February 17, 2025

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.

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Winter Tree ID

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Most people identify trees by their leaves, but the bark and growth forms of tree species are unique, too. This tour will teach how to identify tree species when leaves are not available by walking through an old-growth forest where trees are more than 300 years old and still growing. The class i...

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Open Family Play

Monday, February 24, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Introduction to CSA (Community Supported Agriculture)

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

This informational session for community members will dive into all things Community Supported Agriculture (also called CSA). You’ll learn about the variety of CSA options in Tompkins County, and why this model can be a great way to support local farmers and communities. Learn more about what it ...

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Open Family Play

Monday, March 3, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Cooperative Farming Discussion with Catskill Agrarian Alliance

Monday, March 3, 2025

Tianna Kennedy, executive director of the Catskill Agrarian Alliance (CCA), is coming to Ithaca to speak about cooperative farming and land access. Tianna will be sharing her experience with establishing the agrarian commons at River Haven Farm (the first agrarian commons in New York State) and t...

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, March 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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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Saturday, March 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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Community Seed Swap

Saturday, March 8, 2025

Join us for a community seed swap and dream about your spring garden. Whether you’re new to growing or an experienced gardener looking for new varieties, you’re sure to find something that fits your planting needs. We’ll also have activities and information about gardening, starting seeds, and ho...

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Grafting Workshop

Sunday, March 9, 2025

Grafting has been used for centuries to join two trees into one to propagate various desired traits. This workshop will start with a presentation of the history of grafting and different grafting techniques. Participants will also have the opportunity to graft their own tree using the cleft graft...

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Open Family Play

Monday, March 10, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Beautification Brigade Orientation

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

The Beautification Brigade takes care of public flower plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and help keep Ithaca gorgeous. No experience required.The Orientation will be about an hour long, with time for questions at the end. We will introduce you to the Beautification Prog...

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Open Family Play

Monday, March 17, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Keeping Chickens Class

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Learn practical advice for how to successfully raise chickens for home egg production. This class will explore topics including: sourcing healthy birds, determining which laying varieties are best for your needs, options for housing and nutrition, common illness and pest prevention, and the joys ...

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Thriving With Your Spirited Child

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Learn how to understand your and your child's temperamental traits, identify clues leading up to challenging behaviors and tantrums, and develop strategies for reducing or eliminating power struggles.

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Beautification Brigade Orientation

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

The Beautification Brigade takes care of public flower plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and help keep Ithaca gorgeous. No experience required.The Orientation will be about an hour long, with time for questions at the end. We will introduce you to the Beautification Prog...

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Open Family Play

Monday, March 24, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Thriving With Your Spirited Child

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Learn how to understand your and your child's temperamental traits, identify clues leading up to challenging behaviors and tantrums, and develop strategies for reducing or eliminating power struggles.

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Open Family Play

Monday, March 31, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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Primitive Pursuits Winter Break Days

Monday, March 31, 2025

School is out! Come outside to enjoy the best the natural world has to offer – with us!For Ages 5-12Come spend your day playing games, telling stories, carving, building shelters, cooking on campfires, and making crafts with materials we find in the forest. School’s out and fun and adventure are ...

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PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 Gen

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 GenWorkshop for parents/caregivers and their kids ages 6-108 Weeks Series SPRING ROUND: Tuesdays April 1 to May 27 (No class on April 15) - In person at CCE TompkinsFALL ROUND: Wednesdays October 1 to November 19 - - In person at C...

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, April 3, 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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Open Family Play

Monday, April 7, 2025

Open Play for families with children ages 0 - 4 years old. Monday mornings 9:30 to 11:30am. Jan 6th to April 7, at CCE Tompkins. FREE but registration is required

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Monday, April 7, 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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PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 Gen

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 GenWorkshop for parents/caregivers and their kids ages 6-108 Weeks Series SPRING ROUND: Tuesdays April 1 to May 27 (No class on April 15) - In person at CCE TompkinsFALL ROUND: Wednesdays October 1 to November 19 - - In person at C...

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Family Playgroup - Winter #2 Round

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Free 7 weeks series,  February 26 - April 9Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 - 5:00At CCE Tompkins (615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY)For parents & children ages 1 - 4 years oldBaby Doll Circle Time, Story Time, Free Play, Songs & Movement, Prep a Healthy Snack, Nutrition Q&A...Each family will rece...

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Citizen Pruner Training #1: Tree Selection and Care

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

City Forester, Jeanne Grace will teach how to select the right tree for your space as well as how to plant and care for it in its early years. Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a multi-part training series for individuals who want to learn best practices for selecting, planting, caring for, and pr...

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Citizen Pruner Training #2: Tree Pruning

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

City Forester, Jeanne Grace will teach how to select the right tree for your space as well as how to plant and care for it in its early years. Each spring, CCE-Tompkins offers a multi-part training series for individuals who want to learn best practices for selecting, planting, caring for, and pr...

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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Thursday, April 24, 2025

Join other parents and guardians online via ZOOM in this 8-week series. Learn how to talk with your children using these five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decision Making, Self- Control and Respecting Feelings.SPRING ROUND:Meets (8) Thursday evenings, April 24, May 1, 8, 15...

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2025 4-H Duck Race

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County is proud to announce that the 4-H Duck Race will take place on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 from 11am-4pm. Join us to watch 3000 bright yellow rubber ducks tumble over the Cascadilla Creek falls at the Cornell Botanic Gardens' Cascadilla Gorge Trail then ...

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Citizen Pruner Training #3: Shrub Pruning

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Retired CCE Tompkins Ag Educator, Monika Roth, will guide you on best practices for pruning shrubs, from maintenance to rejuvenation. Shrubs are long lasting parts of our gardens - offering flowers, screening, and habitat. With good care, shrubs can be beautiful, healthy, and productive for decad...

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, May 1, 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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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Join other parents and guardians online via ZOOM in this 8-week series. Learn how to talk with your children using these five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decision Making, Self- Control and Respecting Feelings.SPRING ROUND:Meets (8) Thursday evenings, April 24, May 1, 8, 15...

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Saturday, May 10, 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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Citizen Pruner Program Training #4: Hands-on Workshop

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

The Hands-on Workshop, led by Ithaca’s City Forester Jeanne Grace, will allow participants to practice the pruning techniques they learned in the previous classes or sharpen their existing skills. The workshop will be outside and include a tree walk to identify the trees around the CCE Tompkins o...

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Rock Gardens for Everyone

Thursday, May 22, 2025

There’s a rock garden to match every gardener’s needs. Have a small yard? Have no yard? Want low maintenance? Have awful soil? Like to grow different plants? Want a challenge? Or are you just curious to learn more about rock gardening? This is the class for you, it will include an indoor presenta...

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CLOSED for Memorial Day

Monday, May 26, 2025

Cornell Cooperative Extension offices will be closed in observance of the federal Memorial Day holiday.

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Monday, June 2, 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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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, June 5, 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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CLOSED for Juneteenth

Thursday, June 19, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County will be closed in observance of the federal Juneteenth holiday of June 19. There are programs still in operation with some staff in the office and working remotely. About JuneteenthJuneteenth is a holiday celebrated on the 19th...

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, July 3, 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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CLOSED for Independence Day

Friday, July 4, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County are closed for the Independence Day Holiday.

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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Join other parents and guardians online via ZOOM in this 8-week series. Learn how to talk with your children using these five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decision Making, Self- Control and Respecting Feelings.SPRING ROUND:Meets (8) Thursday evenings, April 24, May 1, 8, 15...

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Saturday, July 12, 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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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Join other parents and guardians online via ZOOM in this 8-week series. Learn how to talk with your children using these five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decision Making, Self- Control and Respecting Feelings.SPRING ROUND:Meets (8) Thursday evenings, April 24, May 1, 8, 15...

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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Monday, August 4, 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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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, August 7, 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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CLOSED for Labor Day

Monday, September 1, 2025

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.

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, September 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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Parenting Styles (ONLINE)

Tuesday, September 9, 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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ZOOM: Parents Apart®

Saturday, September 13, 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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Parenting Styles (ONLINE)

Tuesday, September 16, 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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PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 Gen

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 GenWorkshop for parents/caregivers and their kids ages 6-108 Weeks Series SPRING ROUND: Tuesdays April 1 to May 27 (No class on April 15) - In person at CCE TompkinsFALL ROUND: Wednesdays October 1 to November 19 - - In person at C...

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Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, October 2, 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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PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 Gen

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

PS: It Works! Parenting Communication Skills Series - 2 GenWorkshop for parents/caregivers and their kids ages 6-108 Weeks Series SPRING ROUND: Tuesdays April 1 to May 27 (No class on April 15) - In person at CCE TompkinsFALL ROUND: Wednesdays October 1 to November 19 - - In person at C...

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CLOSED for Indigenous Peoples' Day

Monday, October 13, 2025

The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will be closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day.

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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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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Join other parents and guardians online via ZOOM in this 8-week series. Learn how to talk with your children using these five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decision Making, Self- Control and Respecting Feelings.SPRING ROUND:Meets (8) Thursday evenings, April 24, May 1, 8, 15...

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PS: It Works! Parenting Skills Workshop Series

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Join other parents and guardians online via ZOOM in this 8-week series. Learn how to talk with your children using these five communication skills: Encouragement, Can Do, Shared Decision Making, Self- Control and Respecting Feelings.SPRING ROUND:Meets (8) Thursday evenings, April 24, May 1, 8, 15...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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