Tompkins County 4-H Youth Fair Friday, July 26, 2024 10:00 am - 7:00 pm 4-H Acres, 418 Lower Creek Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 Tompkins County’s 4-H Youth Development Programs are preparing for their annual Youth Fair, to be held Tuesday-Saturday, July 23-27, at 4-H Acres, 418 Lower Creek Rd in Ithaca, NY. The week’s events include animal shows, junior and adult Iron Chef competitions, displays of creative projects in the arts and sciences, hands-on activities, delicious food and more. Admission and parking for the fair are free, and most events are open for all to attend. For a week each July, the Tompkins County 4-H program hosts this entirely youth-run fair that gives local 4-H members an opportunity to display projects they’ve completed during the preceding 12 months, receive feedback and evaluation and potentially be chosen to move on and present their work for evaluation at the next level, the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse. Visitors will see live animals raised by 4-H members, including rabbits, cows, sheep, goats and dogs. In Kiwanis Hall, stationary displays present creative projects by 4-H members in the arts, animal and environmental science, textiles and more. Saturday’s events will include a chicken barbecue, a dog show, rabbit show and hopping competition, plant science activities and the fair’s awards ceremony.Note: registration for all stationary exhibits, events, animals and contests has closed. Learn more at CCETompkins.org/4HFair.Schedule of Events(subject to change)TUESDAY, JULY 23 (not open to the public) 11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open12:30 pm Kahoot Plant Science Challenge, virtual and in Kiwanis Hall2:30 pm Kahoot Livestock Challenge, virtual and in Kiwanis Hall4:00 pm Poultry ShowWEDNESDAY, JULY 24 10:00 am Goat Show and Showmanship10:00 am – 2:00 pm Jr Iron Chef11:00 am P.E.S.T. (Plant and Environmental Sciences Team) Activity11:30 am - 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open2:30 pm P.E.S.T. Workshop/Activity11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open3:30 pm PiNY (Produced in New York) and Public Presentations, Kiwanis Hall6:00 pm Adult Round Robin, Pole BarnTHURSDAY, July 25 8 – 9:30 Country Kitchen Hot Breakfast9:30 am Sheep Show and Showmanship11:00 am P.E.S.T. Activity11:00 am - 3:00 pm Jr. Iron Chef Contest, Kiwanis Hall11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open1:00 pm Stuffed Animal Show, Pole Barn2:30 pm P.E.S.T. Workshop/Activity3:00 pm Hobby Horse Barrel Races4:00 pm Kahoot Dairy Challenge, virtual and in Kiwanis Hall5:00 – 7:00 pm Country Kitchen6:30 – 8:00 pm Adult Iron ChefFRIDAY, July 26 All Day Garden of Healthy Eatin’10:00 am Dairy Showmanship & Show11:00 am P.E.S.T. Veggie Art11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open1:00 pm P.E.S.T. Workshop/Activity2:00 pm Round Robin Showmanship Contest, Pole Barn4:00 pm Kahoot Family and Consumer Science Challenge, in Kiwanis Hall5:00 – 7:00 pm Country Kitchen Pulled PorkSATURDAY, July 27 8:30 am Rabbit Showmanship, Rabbit Hopping, Pole Barn8:30 am Dog Show11:00 am Garden of Healthy Eatin’11:00 – 12:00 pm Share the Fair Plant Science Activity; Hands On; at the Fair, streamed on zoom11:00 am – 2:00 pm Country Kitchen; BEVERAGES ONLY11:30 til it’s all gone Chicken Barbecue2:00 pm Herdsmanship Awards, Pole Barn3:30 pm Plant Science Awards Ceremony, Plant Science tent4:30 pm Awards Ceremony; outside Kiwanis Streamed Events Monday-Saturday Visit the SharetheFair website built by a 4-H member at ShareTheFair.info to watch various animal and other contests streamed live on Tuesday-Saturday; program schedule subject to change. FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING Venda Mae Harris, vmt5@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 142 ========================================= Tompkins County 4-H Youth Fair Saturday, July 27, 2024 8:30 am - 5:30 pm 4-H Acres, 418 Lower Creek Road , Ithaca, NY 14850 Tompkins County’s 4-H Youth Development Programs are preparing for their annual Youth Fair, to be held Tuesday-Saturday, July 23-27, at 4-H Acres, 418 Lower Creek Rd in Ithaca, NY. The week’s events include animal shows, junior and adult Iron Chef competitions, displays of creative projects in the arts and sciences, hands-on activities, delicious food and more. Admission and parking for the fair are free, and most events are open for all to attend. For a week each July, the Tompkins County 4-H program hosts this entirely youth-run fair that gives local 4-H members an opportunity to display projects they’ve completed during the preceding 12 months, receive feedback and evaluation and potentially be chosen to move on and present their work for evaluation at the next level, the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse. Visitors will see live animals raised by 4-H members, including rabbits, cows, sheep, goats and dogs. In Kiwanis Hall, stationary displays present creative projects by 4-H members in the arts, animal and environmental science, textiles and more. Saturday’s events will include a chicken barbecue, a dog show, rabbit show and hopping competition, plant science activities and the fair’s awards ceremony.Note: registration for all stationary exhibits, events, animals and contests has closed. Learn more at CCETompkins.org/4HFair.Schedule of Events(subject to change)TUESDAY, JULY 23 (not open to the public) 11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open12:30 pm Kahoot Plant Science Challenge, virtual and in Kiwanis Hall2:30 pm Kahoot Livestock Challenge, virtual and in Kiwanis Hall4:00 pm Poultry ShowWEDNESDAY, JULY 24 10:00 am Goat Show and Showmanship10:00 am – 2:00 pm Jr Iron Chef11:00 am P.E.S.T. (Plant and Environmental Sciences Team) Activity11:30 am - 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open2:30 pm P.E.S.T. Workshop/Activity11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open3:30 pm PiNY (Produced in New York) and Public Presentations, Kiwanis Hall6:00 pm Adult Round Robin, Pole BarnTHURSDAY, July 25 8 – 9:30 Country Kitchen Hot Breakfast9:30 am Sheep Show and Showmanship11:00 am P.E.S.T. Activity11:00 am - 3:00 pm Jr. Iron Chef Contest, Kiwanis Hall11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open1:00 pm Stuffed Animal Show, Pole Barn2:30 pm P.E.S.T. Workshop/Activity3:00 pm Hobby Horse Barrel Races4:00 pm Kahoot Dairy Challenge, virtual and in Kiwanis Hall5:00 – 7:00 pm Country Kitchen6:30 – 8:00 pm Adult Iron ChefFRIDAY, July 26 All Day Garden of Healthy Eatin’10:00 am Dairy Showmanship & Show11:00 am P.E.S.T. Veggie Art11:30 am – 3:00 pm Country Kitchen Open1:00 pm P.E.S.T. Workshop/Activity2:00 pm Round Robin Showmanship Contest, Pole Barn4:00 pm Kahoot Family and Consumer Science Challenge, in Kiwanis Hall5:00 – 7:00 pm Country Kitchen Pulled PorkSATURDAY, July 27 8:30 am Rabbit Showmanship, Rabbit Hopping, Pole Barn8:30 am Dog Show11:00 am Garden of Healthy Eatin’11:00 – 12:00 pm Share the Fair Plant Science Activity; Hands On; at the Fair, streamed on zoom11:00 am – 2:00 pm Country Kitchen; BEVERAGES ONLY11:30 til it’s all gone Chicken Barbecue2:00 pm Herdsmanship Awards, Pole Barn3:30 pm Plant Science Awards Ceremony, Plant Science tent4:30 pm Awards Ceremony; outside Kiwanis Streamed Events Monday-Saturday Visit the SharetheFair website built by a 4-H member at ShareTheFair.info to watch various animal and other contests streamed live on Tuesday-Saturday; program schedule subject to change. FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING Venda Mae Harris, vmt5@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 ext. 142 ========================================= Foraging Basics Tuesday, July 30, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Ave , Ithaca, NY 14850 Discover the basics and background of foraging! Learn helpful tips and gain inspiration for collecting your own food and crafting supplies. We will have a foraging walk in August so you can get some hands-on experience as well, visit our events page for details.Instructor's bio:  Carlin Shew is a local naturalist and Program Specialist for New York State Parks working in environmental stewardship and education in the Finger Lakes Region. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Carlin studied at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry before moving to Ithaca, NY in 2017. This class is valued at $20 (the registration fee for each class helps cover the cost of materials, guest presenters, and planning for future classes; all are encouraged to pay what you are able) Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/s1qjb57m0urdsbi/ ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, August 1, 2024 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.  Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2024 Board Meetings As of now, Board meetings will be hybrid (in-person at CCE-Tompkins with a Zoom option). Zoom link and details for those choosing to attend online: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/95572020717?pwd=VXNVbnBRbko3RlgzS0lYdDExYndadz09 Meeting ID: 954 Meeting ID: 955 7202 0717 Passcode: 629296. One tap mobile +16468769923, 95572020717# US (New York +16465189805, 95572020717# US (New York) FREE! ========================================= Foraging Walk Saturday, August 3, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Ever wonder which plants and fungi you spy in the woods are edible? Join CCE Tompkins on a Foraging Walk, we will go for a short walk (less than 2 miles) through the forest and identify edible flora and funga and discuss about how to best prepare them. Registration is required, full details on the location will only be sent to those who register.Instructor's bio: Tara Morgan is a NYS certified schoolteacher with more than a decade of experience in outdoor education and community naturalism. She is eager to share her knowledge and interest in foraging local edible plants, and fungi, with the community. This program is vauled at $20, however, please pay what you are able. Paying more than $20 will help others attend this class and future workshops. Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/webn0kw1uvmosh/ ========================================= ZOOM: Parents Apart® Monday, August 12, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Online Event Currently this course is only offered online. 2024 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 13 & 20, SaturdaysFebruary 5 & 12, MondaysMarch 9 & 16, SaturdaysApril 8 & 15, MondaysMay 11 & 18, SaturdaysJune 3 & 10, MondaysJuly 13 & 20, SaturdaysAugust 12 & 19, MondaysSeptember 14 & 21, SaturdaysOctober 21 & 28, MondaysNovember 16 & 23, SaturdaysDecember 2 & 9, Mondays About the Class: Parents Apart® has been streamlined for online delivery to a 4-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 parenting educators and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Parents may attend voluntarily or may be referred or ordered to attend by Family Court or the Supreme Court, Matrimonial Part; Both sessions must be completed to receive a certificate; only the first class of each 2-class series is listed above. Pre-registration is required. There is a sliding scale fee based on your ability to pay. Attendance requirements, concerns about safety or other special circumstances may be discussed with the Parents Apart® Program Coordinator, 607-272-2292, X 240 For more information about Parents Apart® visit; http://ccetompkins.org/family/parenting-workshop Parents Apart is proud to have funding from United Way of Tompkins County. Registration: Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops. Register online here. With questions or concerns, please contact the Parenting Education Team at 607-272-2292, X 247 or cce-parenting@cornell.edu Accessibility: We strive to create a climate of mutual respect that enables full participation. Our goal is to create education that is usable, fair, inclusive, and welcoming. We want to know if you experience any issues that affect your ability to take part our courses. Please contact us at cce-parenting@cornell.edu. $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bf4lmcyd2MDZDoy ========================================= What's Going on with the Weather? Tuesday, August 13, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Ave , Ithaca, NY 14850 Extreme weather events seem to be all over the news these days, and you may have even experienced extreme or unusual weather on your property. Is it 'hype', or is there really something going on? In this session, we will review this year's weather conditions, discuss weather events which may have impacted our area, and learn how these events 'fit in' to what we know about how the Earth's climate is changing. Supplemental information will be provided on how to observe and learn about the weather in your own backyard so that you can track short- and long-term changes in your specific location.Instructor's bio: Alicia Wasula is the owner of STM Weather (formerly Shade Tree Meteorology), a forensic meteorology firm based in Troy, New York. She received her BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Atmospheric Science from the University at Albany. After teaching both general education and upper-level meteorology and related science courses for several years, Alicia moved into work in the private sector at STM Weather in 2013, and became the owner in 2016. Today, STM Weather is a team of four meteorologists with a mission to provide clearly communicated, scientifically sound weather information.This program is in-person only at the CCE Tompkins Office at 615 Willow Ave in Ithaca, however a recording will be shared to all registered afterwards. This program is vauled at $20, however, please pay what you are able. Paying more than $20 will help others attend this class and future workshops. Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/w1bmi5ff0mz1xvi/ ========================================= Ulysses Citizen Pruner Tree Pruning Tuesday, August 20, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm St , Trumansburg, NY 14886 CCE Tompkins Horticulture Team Lead, Marissa Nolan, will guide you on best practices for pruning small and large trees. Using the correct techniques will ensure your tree will be a strong part of your landscape for years to come and allow them to fulfill their important ecosystem roles. At the end of the class we will go outside and get in some practice. So come learn new skills or sharpen your existing ones.Be sure to join us for Shrub Pruning and Plant Care the following week!These classes give the basics to become a Citizen Pruner Volunteer for Ulysses and Trumansburg. Citizen Pruners have been taking care of Ithaca’s trees for decades and the program is now coming to Ulysses and Trumansburg! The volunteer corps will steward trees in the town and village to preserve our tree canopy. This class is valued at $20 (the registration fee for each class helps cover the cost of materials, guest presenters, and planning for future classes; all are encouraged to pay what you are able) Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/w1d2m53w0b656y4/ ========================================= Garden Tour Saturday, August 24, 2024 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Discover some of the gardens around Ithaca focused on education and community building, Saturday, August 24. This year the participating locations areThe Learning Farm Ithaca Children’s GardenThe Soil Factory Ithaca Community GardensDetails on each site including open hours and activities will be added as they are finalized on the garden tour page. Free! Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 ========================================= Ulysses Citizen Pruner Shrub Pruning Tuesday, August 27, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm Street , Trumansburg, New York 14886 CCE Tompkins Horticulture Team Lead, Marissa Nolan and former city forester Andy Hillman, will go over best practices for pruning shrubs, from maintenance to rejuvenation. With good care, shrubs can be beautiful, healthy, and productive for decades. They will also teach how to select the right tree or shrub for your space as well as how to plant and care for it in its early years.Be sure to join us for Tree Pruning the previous week!These classes give the basics to become a Citizen Pruner Volunteer for Ulysses and Trumansburg. Citizen Pruners have been taking care of Ithaca’s trees for decades and the program is now coming to Ulysses and Trumansburg! The volunteer corps will steward trees in the town and village to preserve our tree canopy. This class is valued at $20 (the registration fee for each class helps cover the cost of materials, guest presenters, and planning for future classes; all are encouraged to pay what you are able) Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/we3h4f70ncygwf/ ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, September 5, 2024 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.  Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2024 Board Meetings As of now, Board meetings will be hybrid (in-person at CCE-Tompkins with a Zoom option). Zoom link and details for those choosing to attend online: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/95572020717?pwd=VXNVbnBRbko3RlgzS0lYdDExYndadz09 Meeting ID: 954 Meeting ID: 955 7202 0717 Passcode: 629296. One tap mobile +16468769923, 95572020717# US (New York +16465189805, 95572020717# US (New York) FREE! ========================================= Youth Game Club Saturday, September 7, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Youth Game ClubThis activity won't happen during the month of July and August. See you back the first Saturday of the month, starting in September! Inclusive to all kids, ages 7+ yearsIn-person: masks optional* Gluten-free, dairy free snacks* Caregivers must stay on-site, but will be able to connect with other parents while their youth play (with supervision)* Bring your favorite game!Space is limited. Register online today! FREE! CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/r1vrqdv51w4zup2/ ========================================= ZOOM: Parents Apart® Saturday, September 14, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Online Event Currently this course is only offered online. 2024 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 13 & 20, SaturdaysFebruary 5 & 12, MondaysMarch 9 & 16, SaturdaysApril 8 & 15, MondaysMay 11 & 18, SaturdaysJune 3 & 10, MondaysJuly 13 & 20, SaturdaysAugust 12 & 19, MondaysSeptember 14 & 21, SaturdaysOctober 21 & 28, MondaysNovember 16 & 23, SaturdaysDecember 2 & 9, Mondays About the Class: Parents Apart® has been streamlined for online delivery to a 4-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 parenting educators and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Parents may attend voluntarily or may be referred or ordered to attend by Family Court or the Supreme Court, Matrimonial Part; Both sessions must be completed to receive a certificate; only the first class of each 2-class series is listed above. Pre-registration is required. There is a sliding scale fee based on your ability to pay. Attendance requirements, concerns about safety or other special circumstances may be discussed with the Parents Apart® Program Coordinator, 607-272-2292, X 240 For more information about Parents Apart® visit; http://ccetompkins.org/family/parenting-workshop Parents Apart is proud to have funding from United Way of Tompkins County. Registration: Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops. Register online here. With questions or concerns, please contact the Parenting Education Team at 607-272-2292, X 247 or cce-parenting@cornell.edu Accessibility: We strive to create a climate of mutual respect that enables full participation. Our goal is to create education that is usable, fair, inclusive, and welcoming. We want to know if you experience any issues that affect your ability to take part our courses. Please contact us at cce-parenting@cornell.edu. $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bf4lmcyd2MDZDoy ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, October 3, 2024 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.  Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2024 Board Meetings As of now, Board meetings will be hybrid (in-person at CCE-Tompkins with a Zoom option). Zoom link and details for those choosing to attend online: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/95572020717?pwd=VXNVbnBRbko3RlgzS0lYdDExYndadz09 Meeting ID: 954 Meeting ID: 955 7202 0717 Passcode: 629296. One tap mobile +16468769923, 95572020717# US (New York +16465189805, 95572020717# US (New York) FREE! ========================================= Natural Dyeing Workshop Thursday, October 3, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Ave , Ithaca, NY 14850 Learn the basics of natural dyeing using native foraged plants with a presentation and hands on-demo. From background, prep work, to dye creation and utilization, we will cover all the steps. Participants invited to bring one small garment or two skeins of natural fiber yarn to participate in the hands-on dye process with staghorn sumac and black walnut!Instructor's bio: Carlin Shew is a local naturalist and Program Specialist for New York State parks (NYOPRHP) working in environmental stewardship and education in the Finger Lakes Region. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Carlin studied at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry before moving to Ithaca, NY in 2017.Space is limited to 20 participants. This program is vauled at $35, however, please pay what you are able. If you cannot afford the $15 materials cost, please contact us, scholoarships are available. Marissa Nolan, mn623@cornell.edu, 607-272-2292 x194 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/stzwjq206pzcs1/ ========================================= Youth Game Club Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Youth Game ClubThis activity won't happen during the month of July and August. See you back the first Saturday of the month, starting in September! Inclusive to all kids, ages 7+ yearsIn-person: masks optional* Gluten-free, dairy free snacks* Caregivers must stay on-site, but will be able to connect with other parents while their youth play (with supervision)* Bring your favorite game!Space is limited. Register online today! FREE! CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/r1vrqdv51w4zup2/ ========================================= CLOSED for Indigenous Peoples' Day Monday, October 14, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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 Indigenous Peoples' Day. ========================================= ZOOM: Parents Apart® Monday, October 21, 2024 6:30 am - 8:30 pm Online Event Currently this course is only offered online. 2024 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 13 & 20, SaturdaysFebruary 5 & 12, MondaysMarch 9 & 16, SaturdaysApril 8 & 15, MondaysMay 11 & 18, SaturdaysJune 3 & 10, MondaysJuly 13 & 20, SaturdaysAugust 12 & 19, MondaysSeptember 14 & 21, SaturdaysOctober 21 & 28, MondaysNovember 16 & 23, SaturdaysDecember 2 & 9, Mondays About the Class: Parents Apart® has been streamlined for online delivery to a 4-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 parenting educators and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Parents may attend voluntarily or may be referred or ordered to attend by Family Court or the Supreme Court, Matrimonial Part; Both sessions must be completed to receive a certificate; only the first class of each 2-class series is listed above. Pre-registration is required. There is a sliding scale fee based on your ability to pay. Attendance requirements, concerns about safety or other special circumstances may be discussed with the Parents Apart® Program Coordinator, 607-272-2292, X 240 For more information about Parents Apart® visit; http://ccetompkins.org/family/parenting-workshop Parents Apart is proud to have funding from United Way of Tompkins County. Registration: Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops. Register online here. With questions or concerns, please contact the Parenting Education Team at 607-272-2292, X 247 or cce-parenting@cornell.edu Accessibility: We strive to create a climate of mutual respect that enables full participation. Our goal is to create education that is usable, fair, inclusive, and welcoming. We want to know if you experience any issues that affect your ability to take part our courses. Please contact us at cce-parenting@cornell.edu. $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bf4lmcyd2MDZDoy ========================================= Youth Game Club Saturday, November 2, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Youth Game ClubThis activity won't happen during the month of July and August. See you back the first Saturday of the month, starting in September! Inclusive to all kids, ages 7+ yearsIn-person: masks optional* Gluten-free, dairy free snacks* Caregivers must stay on-site, but will be able to connect with other parents while their youth play (with supervision)* Bring your favorite game!Space is limited. Register online today! FREE! CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/r1vrqdv51w4zup2/ ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, November 7, 2024 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.  Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2024 Board Meetings As of now, Board meetings will be hybrid (in-person at CCE-Tompkins with a Zoom option). Zoom link and details for those choosing to attend online: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/95572020717?pwd=VXNVbnBRbko3RlgzS0lYdDExYndadz09 Meeting ID: 954 Meeting ID: 955 7202 0717 Passcode: 629296. One tap mobile +16468769923, 95572020717# US (New York +16465189805, 95572020717# US (New York) FREE! ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans Day Monday, November 11, 2024 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. ========================================= ZOOM: Parents Apart® Saturday, November 16, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am Online Event Currently this course is only offered online. 2024 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 13 & 20, SaturdaysFebruary 5 & 12, MondaysMarch 9 & 16, SaturdaysApril 8 & 15, MondaysMay 11 & 18, SaturdaysJune 3 & 10, MondaysJuly 13 & 20, SaturdaysAugust 12 & 19, MondaysSeptember 14 & 21, SaturdaysOctober 21 & 28, MondaysNovember 16 & 23, SaturdaysDecember 2 & 9, Mondays About the Class: Parents Apart® has been streamlined for online delivery to a 4-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 parenting educators and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Parents may attend voluntarily or may be referred or ordered to attend by Family Court or the Supreme Court, Matrimonial Part; Both sessions must be completed to receive a certificate; only the first class of each 2-class series is listed above. Pre-registration is required. There is a sliding scale fee based on your ability to pay. Attendance requirements, concerns about safety or other special circumstances may be discussed with the Parents Apart® Program Coordinator, 607-272-2292, X 240 For more information about Parents Apart® visit; http://ccetompkins.org/family/parenting-workshop Parents Apart is proud to have funding from United Way of Tompkins County. Registration: Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops. Register online here. With questions or concerns, please contact the Parenting Education Team at 607-272-2292, X 247 or cce-parenting@cornell.edu Accessibility: We strive to create a climate of mutual respect that enables full participation. Our goal is to create education that is usable, fair, inclusive, and welcoming. We want to know if you experience any issues that affect your ability to take part our courses. Please contact us at cce-parenting@cornell.edu. $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bf4lmcyd2MDZDoy ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 28, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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 29, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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. ========================================= ZOOM: Parents Apart® Monday, December 2, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Online Event Currently this course is only offered online. 2024 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 13 & 20, SaturdaysFebruary 5 & 12, MondaysMarch 9 & 16, SaturdaysApril 8 & 15, MondaysMay 11 & 18, SaturdaysJune 3 & 10, MondaysJuly 13 & 20, SaturdaysAugust 12 & 19, MondaysSeptember 14 & 21, SaturdaysOctober 21 & 28, MondaysNovember 16 & 23, SaturdaysDecember 2 & 9, Mondays About the Class: Parents Apart® has been streamlined for online delivery to a 4-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 parenting educators and focuses on how children react emotionally to their parents' separation or divorce, and what parents can do to help them adjust. Parents may attend voluntarily or may be referred or ordered to attend by Family Court or the Supreme Court, Matrimonial Part; Both sessions must be completed to receive a certificate; only the first class of each 2-class series is listed above. Pre-registration is required. There is a sliding scale fee based on your ability to pay. Attendance requirements, concerns about safety or other special circumstances may be discussed with the Parents Apart® Program Coordinator, 607-272-2292, X 240 For more information about Parents Apart® visit; http://ccetompkins.org/family/parenting-workshop Parents Apart is proud to have funding from United Way of Tompkins County. Registration: Registration is confidential and parents of the same child(ren) are placed in different workshops. Register online here. With questions or concerns, please contact the Parenting Education Team at 607-272-2292, X 247 or cce-parenting@cornell.edu Accessibility: We strive to create a climate of mutual respect that enables full participation. Our goal is to create education that is usable, fair, inclusive, and welcoming. We want to know if you experience any issues that affect your ability to take part our courses. Please contact us at cce-parenting@cornell.edu. $60-$100, self-determined sliding-scale. Reduced rates available. No one will be turned away. CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bf4lmcyd2MDZDoy ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, December 5, 2024 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.  Meetings begin at 5:00pm and typically end by 7:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend.  Note that December is normally when we hold our Annual Meeting. 2024 Board Meetings As of now, Board meetings will be hybrid (in-person at CCE-Tompkins with a Zoom option). Zoom link and details for those choosing to attend online: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/95572020717?pwd=VXNVbnBRbko3RlgzS0lYdDExYndadz09 Meeting ID: 954 Meeting ID: 955 7202 0717 Passcode: 629296. One tap mobile +16468769923, 95572020717# US (New York +16465189805, 95572020717# US (New York) FREE! ========================================= Youth Game Club Saturday, December 7, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue , Ithaca, NY 14850-3555 Youth Game ClubThis activity won't happen during the month of July and August. See you back the first Saturday of the month, starting in September! Inclusive to all kids, ages 7+ yearsIn-person: masks optional* Gluten-free, dairy free snacks* Caregivers must stay on-site, but will be able to connect with other parents while their youth play (with supervision)* Bring your favorite game!Space is limited. Register online today! FREE! CCE Parenting Education Team , cce-parenting@cornell.edu, (607) 272-2292 Registration: https://ccetompkins.wufoo.com/forms/r1vrqdv51w4zup2/ ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Tuesday, December 24, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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 Wednesday, December 25, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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 26, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 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 New Year's Holiday Wednesday, January 1, 2025 8:00 am - 4:00 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 New Year's Holiday. =========================================