SNAP-ED: Grocery Store Tour at Rome Aldi Wednesday, October 30, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Rome Aldi , 205 S. Madison St. , Rome, NY 13440 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED: Grocery Store Tour at Rome Aldi Wednesday, October 30, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rome Aldi , 205 S. Madison St. , Rome, NY 13440 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, October 30, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover tasty and low cost options to add more fruits and vegetables to your meals ========================================= Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, October 30, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= ​The ADA District 13 Annual Meeting Wednesday, October 30, 2019 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm The ADA (American Dairy Association District 13 Annual Meeting Oneida & Madison Counties will be held October 30 at 7 pm with cowtails at 6:30 pm. Theodore's Restaurant on route 5 in Canastota NY. 2 free dinners per farm additional dinners $15pp Registration is required by Oct 15th Joan Smith 315-737-8907 or Marylou Durfee 315-687-6468 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Thursday, October 31, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fulton Salvation Army , 62 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Grocery Store Tour at Fulton Save-A-Lot Thursday, October 31, 2019 1:15 pm - 4:00 pm Save-A-Lot, 364 W 1st St , Fulton , NY 13069 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= Survey Opportunity Friday, November 1, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The Child Care Council of Cornell Cooperative Extension is partnering with the Mohawk Valley Regional Economic Development Council to collect data on child care needs within the Mohawk Valley. This survey is meant to be taken by anyone regardless of whether or not they have children. There will be an opportunity to enter your contact information to be entered into a raffle at the end of this survey. All survey results will be kept confidential and individual results will not be shared. Results will be collected until 11/1 Courtney A. Jones, caj88@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 230 ========================================= Taste of Central New York Saturday, November 2, 2019 11:00 am - 2:00 pm North Star Orchards, 4741 Route 233 , Westmoreland, NY 13490 Interested Vendors can register here > https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/TCNY-2_230__________________________________________________________________________Taste of Central New York is a free event to highlight local foods from Central New York.  Food & Beverages that are prepared with locally sourced ingredients will be available to purchase.Free taste testing, Live entertainment,Fun for the entire Family!Stop by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County booth & register for your chance to win a basket of donated local foods from our vendors!FREE to the public, no need to register, just stop on by! hosted by North Star Orchardssponsored by CCE Oneida County free Linda Wightman, lw343@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 124 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Monday, November 4, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Kuyahoora Food Pantry Monday, November 4, 2019 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Kuyahoora Food Pantry, 7514 Main St , NewporT, NY 13416 Discover healthy & affordable meal planning strategies. ========================================= SNAP-ED Victory Transformation Center Tuesday, November 5, 2019 9:45 am - 10:45 am Victory Transformation Center/, Oneida Hall, 225 West First St, St. Entrance, Onondaga Cir, Oswego, NY 13126 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Tuesday, November 5, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen , 73 W 2nd St , Oswego, NY 13126 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED:Grocery Store Tour at Utica Hannaford Wednesday, November 6, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Utica Hannaford , 1122 Mohawk St , Utica, NY 13501 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED:Grocery Store Tour at Utica Hannaford Wednesday, November 6, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Utica Hannaford , 1122 Mohawk St , Utica, NY 13501 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, November 6, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Thursday, November 7, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fulton Salvation Army , 62 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= Child Care Health & Safety Trivia Thursday, November 7, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Carmellas, 8530 Seneca Turnpike , New Hartford, NY 13413 Let’s have fun with facts.  Win prizes and gain training hours! Team members will play together and have fun answering trivia questions regarding health & safety in child care programs.Most of the questions will cover standards expected to give children the best opportunities for care in an environment that is safe;with caregivers who can identify opportunities for risk and act quickly to eliminate hazards while practicing good health routines to prevent the spread of germs and illness.Snacks will be provided, but please feel free to order off the menu on your own as well.Registration required & seats are limited! Email Tammy Ablang to reserve your spot.1.5hr certificate in:OCFS # 4, 7 CBK # 5CDA # 1 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 222 ========================================= PDP-Sponsored Pyramid Model: Preschool Modules Saturday, November 9, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 This PDP-sponsored offering of The Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) Pyramid Model is designed to support the social and emotional development of children 2½ through 5 years of age. The Pyramid Model is a framework of evidence-based practices for promoting young children’s social and emotional competence and for preventing and addressing challenging behavior. The Pyramid Model includes extensive resources to help New York’s child care programs and providers implement the model. The preschool modules are appropriate for professional development providers, administrators, and teachers/caregivers who work with older toddlers and preschoolers (2½ - 5 years of age).Preschool Module 1: Building Relationships and Creating Supportive Environments 8/10 Preschool Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies 9/21Preschool Module 1: Building Relationships and Creating Supportive Environments 11/9Preschool Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies 12/7 Free Ellen Olson, elp32@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext 235 ========================================= CPR & First Aid for Child Care Providers Saturday, November 9, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm MVCC, 1101 Sherman Dr, , Utica, , NY 13501 First Aid and CPR for Childcare Providers at MVCCThis course teaches you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns; cuts; scrapes; sudden illnesses; head, neck, and back injuries; heat and cold emergencies; and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help infants and children up to 12 years of age. Those who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED that will be valid for two years.Cost: $60 • Instructor: Caroline PollardOct. 12, Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Utica, JC109Nov. 9, Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Utica, JC109 $60 ========================================= SNAP-ED Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Tuesday, November 12, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen , 73 W 2nd St , Oswego, NY 13126 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Herkimer Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Tuesday, November 12, 2019 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Herkimer Salvation Army Soup Kitchen, 431 N Prospect St , Herkimer , NY 13350 Join us for a food demo and tasting. ========================================= SNAP-ED Utica Library Tuesday, November 12, 2019 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee St , Utica, NY 13501 ========================================= Farmland Leasing & Ownership Meetings "Ask an Expert" Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Looking for Land? Looking for Someone to Farm your Land?  A 4-part Webinar series with experts from the industry, is being held at CCE Oneida County 121 Second Street, Oriskany,Workshops will be led by Cooperative Extension Oneida County farm management educators, Dates: Oct 15, 29, Nov 12 & Nov 26 Time: 6:30pm to 8pm. Join us as we “ask the experts” questions related to finding/listing farmland, marketing the land, and legal documents. To Register https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/learningquickbooks-2_... or call 315/736-3394 ext. 104 for additional details. Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= SNAP-ED: Grocery Store Tour at Camden Tops Wednesday, November 13, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Camden Tops, 9554 Harden Blvd , Camden, NY 13316 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED: Grocery Store Tour at Camden Tops Wednesday, November 13, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Camden Tops, 9554 Harden Blvd , Camden, NY 13316 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, November 13, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Grocery Store Tour at North Utica Price Chopper Thursday, November 14, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm North Utica Price Chopper, North Utica Shopping Center Auert Ave., Utica, NY 13502 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Thursday, November 14, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fulton Salvation Army , 62 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Grocery Store Tour at North Utica Price Chopper Thursday, November 14, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm North Utica Price Chopper, North Utica Shopping Center Auert Ave., Utica, NY 13502 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Library Thursday, November 14, 2019 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Fulton Library , 160 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Monday, November 18, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Tuesday, November 19, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen , 73 W 2nd St , Oswego, NY 13126 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Groceery Store Tour at New Hartford Aldi Wednesday, November 20, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Aldi, 8432 Seneca Turnpike , New Hartford , NY 13413 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED North Utica Community Center Wednesday, November 20, 2019 11:30 am - 12:00 pm North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Dr. , Utica, NY 13502 ========================================= SNAP-ED Groceery Store Tour at New Hartford Aldi Wednesday, November 20, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Aldi, 8432 Seneca Turnpike , New Hartford , NY 13413 $10 of FREE Groceries. SNAP-Ed will help you shop for healthy & affordable food with our FREE grocery store tours! If you receive SNAP, WIC, or have children in Head Start or who receive FREE or reduced price lunches you qualify!Register Today! ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Library Wednesday, November 20, 2019 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Fulton Library , 160 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, November 20, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Bill Gavin Food Pantry Thursday, November 21, 2019 9:30 am - 10:00 am Bill Gavin Food Pantry , 5748 Stokes Lee Center Rd. , Lee Center, NY 13363 Join us for a Food demo and tasting. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Thursday, November 21, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fulton Salvation Army , 62 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Monday, November 25, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= SNAP-ED Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen Tuesday, November 26, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen , 73 W 2nd St , Oswego, NY 13126 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= Farmland Leasing & Ownership Meetings "Ask an Expert" Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Looking for Land? Looking for Someone to Farm your Land?  A 4-part Webinar series with experts from the industry, is being held at CCE Oneida County 121 Second Street, Oriskany,Workshops will be led by Cooperative Extension Oneida County farm management educators, Dates: Oct 15, 29, Nov 12 & Nov 26 Time: 6:30pm to 8pm. Join us as we “ask the experts” questions related to finding/listing farmland, marketing the land, and legal documents. To Register https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/learningquickbooks-2_... or call 315/736-3394 ext. 104 for additional details. Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, November 27, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= Madison County Providers Trivia Night Wednesday, December 4, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Knotty Pine Diner, 100 NY-5 , Wampsville, NY 13163 Trivia night is a free event designed to bring Madison County providers together to network, relax and have some fun.Participants will have the opportunity to meet other providers from all over Madison County, win prizes and receive a certificate for one hour training!For more information or to register please call or email Caitlyn: 315 223-7850 ext. 232 ces368@cornell.edu ========================================= PDP-Sponsored Pyramid Model: Preschool Modules Saturday, December 7, 2019 8:30 am - 3:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 This PDP-sponsored offering of The Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) Pyramid Model is designed to support the social and emotional development of children 2½ through 5 years of age. The Pyramid Model is a framework of evidence-based practices for promoting young children’s social and emotional competence and for preventing and addressing challenging behavior. The Pyramid Model includes extensive resources to help New York’s child care programs and providers implement the model. The preschool modules are appropriate for professional development providers, administrators, and teachers/caregivers who work with older toddlers and preschoolers (2½ - 5 years of age).Preschool Module 1: Building Relationships and Creating Supportive Environments 8/10 Preschool Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies 9/21Preschool Module 1: Building Relationships and Creating Supportive Environments 11/9Preschool Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies 12/7 Free Ellen Olson, elp32@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext 235 ========================================= 4-H Tack & Equipment Auction Saturday, December 7, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Join the Oneida County 4-H Horse Program on Saturday, December 7th for their annual Tack and Equipment Auction held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County at 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NY 13424. This auction is handled by Taylor's Tack and Field and will benefit the Oneida County 4-H Horse Program youth. The preview of items will begin at 12:00pm (Noon) with the auction starting at 1:00pm.  Taylor's Tack and Field will be offering a full line of horse, stable and show supplies so there is something for everyone! This is a great way to do your holiday shopping with Christmas right around the corner! There will also be refreshments provided by the Horse 4-H youth. These youth work very hard year round to expand their knowledge of horses, practice horsemanship skills and hone their public speaking skills. Stop in for some great deals and support your local 4-H Horse Program! The 4-H Horse Program offers a wide variety of activities including Horse Bowl, Hippology and Horse Judging contests as well as educational clinics and horse shows. For more information, get in touch with the 4-H contact listed below! Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= Handmade Holidays Free Craft Workshop Saturday, December 7, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Runnings, 5949 Rome-Taberg Rd , Rome, NY 13440 Support Oneida County 4-H and bring the children (5 and up) for a FREE make and take project for Christmas, faux stained glass. Saturday, December 7th, noon-4pm at Runnings in Rome, 5949 Rome Taberg Rd. FREE Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= SNAP-ED Food Demo Monday, January 6, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am Your Bargain Grocer, 509 Lafayette St. , Utica, NY 13502 Look for SNAP-ED at Your Bargain Grocer. Stay for our food demonstration and tasting featuring winter squash. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Thea Bowman Food Pantry Monday, January 6, 2020 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Thea Bowman Food Pantry , 702 Columbia St. , Utica, NY 13502 Eat Smart, Spend Less!Discover time saving strategies as well as low cost ways to prepare meals. Recipe demonstration featuring Butternut Squash with Black Beans. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Monday, January 6, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover smart shopping tips to eat better on a budget. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Kuyahoora Food Pantry Monday, January 6, 2020 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Kuyahoora Food Pantry, 7514 Main St , NewporT, NY 13416 Discover tasty and low cost options to add more fruits and vegetables to your meals ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Victory Transformation Center Tuesday, January 7, 2020 9:30 am - 10:30 am Victory Transformation Center/, Oneida Hall, 225 West First St, St. Entrance, Onondaga Cir, Oswego, NY 13126 Discover smart shopping tips to eat better on a budget.Stay for our food demonstration and tasting featuring Butternut Squash Apple crisp. ========================================= Crop Congress Tuesday, January 7, 2020 9:45 am - 3:15 pm Whites Farm Supply, 962 State Rt 12 , Waterville, NY 13480 2020 Oneida County Crop Congress TUESDAY January 7, 2020 Time TOPIC Presenter 9:15 Doors Open program begins at 9:45 9:45 Herbicide families weed control Jeff Miller 10:30 No-till and cover crops Sam Yoder 11:15 Herbicide resistant weed management Bryan Brown 12:00 LUNCH sponsored by: Whites farm supply 12:30 Update NYS DEC regulations Amy Ortlieb 1:00 Making use of yield data to make better crop management decisions Quirine Kettering 1:45 soil test interpretation and crop fertilization Tim Wimmer 2:30 Forage quality research and evaluation of hand held NIR J Cherney 3:15 Q/A closing remarks Whites Farm Supply, 962 State Rte 12, Waterville, NY RSVP required! Call Liz or Chris at 315-841-4181 by January 2nd 2.0 NYS DEC recertification credits,6.5 CCA credits ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, January 7, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, January 8, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover smart shopping tips to eat better on a budget. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop @ Mexico Food Pantry Monday, January 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover tips for loosing weight and keeping it off. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Oswego Salvation Army Tuesday, January 14, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen , 73 W 2nd St , Oswego, NY 13126 Discover time saving strategies as well as low cost ways to prepare meals. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at All Saints Episcopal Church Tuesday, January 14, 2020 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm All Saints Episcopal Church, 153 S 1st Street , Fulton, NY 13069 Discover healthy & affordable meal planning strategies. ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, January 14, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, January 14, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= 4-H Saddle Fitting Workshop Tuesday, January 14, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Whisper Wind Equestrian Center, 6101 Skinner Road , Rome, New York 13440 Oneida County 4-H is very excited to announce a FREE Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey hosted at the Whisper Wind Equestrian Center in Rome. Come learn why a properly fitting saddle is so important, what to look for when fitting a saddle and how horses let us know that a saddle may fit incorrectly! This is a great informational session especially for those youth participating in Hippology or just looking to expand their knowledge on horses! You DO NOT want to miss this event!!  Date: January 14th, 2020Location: Whisper Wind Equestrian Center, 6101 Skinner Road, Rome, NY Time:  Starts at 6:00pmREGISTER HERE to provide a general headcount: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/SaddleFitting_230 None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop @ Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, January 15, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover tips for loosing weight and keeping it off. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop for Kids at Oswego Library Saturday, January 18, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Oswego Public Library , 120 E 2nd St, , Oswego, NY 13126 Attention Parents! Looking for fun and engaging activities to do with your kids this Saturday? Kids will get to be a chef for the day and make their very own vegetable quesadillas. ========================================= 4-H Meet and Greet Activities at Runnings Monday, January 20, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Runnings, 5949 Rome-Taberg Rd , Rome, NY 13440  4-H Meet and Greet Activities at Runnings!Oneida County 4-H Staff will be offering several Make & Take/Educational Game Stations for youth, parents and teachers to visit on Martin Luther King Day 1/20/20 from 10-Noon at Runnings. Address: 5949 Rome-Taberg Road, Rome, NY 134404-H Staff will be on hand to answer your questions about 4-H opportunities for youth, as well as our NEW Ag. in the Classroom program!  Teachers, come learn how to bring FREE hands on STEM programming into your classroom!Educational Station topics include Honeybees, Horses, Chickens, Robotics, Meeting the Dairy Princess and doing fun Make and Takes!  No need to register, just come on out!If you have questions about getting youth involved or how you can volunteer in Oneida County please call 315-736-3394 x105. Free Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Victory Transformation Center Tuesday, January 21, 2020 9:45 am - 10:45 am Victory Transformation Center/, Oneida Hall, 225 West First St, St. Entrance, Onondaga Cir, Oswego, NY 13126 Discover tasty and low cost options to add more fruits and vegetables to your meals. Those who attend will get to taste Butternut Squash and Chile Pan-Fry recipe. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Oswego Salvation Army Tuesday, January 21, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Oswego Salvation Army Soup Kitchen , 73 W 2nd St , Oswego, NY 13126 Discover time saving strategies as well as low cost ways to prepare meals. ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, January 21, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= VIRTUAL - Aspiring Farmers Academy Tuesday, January 21, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Who should attend? Prospective or exploring farmers , Startup farms, restrategizing farmers Featuring Whole Farm Planning, Marketing, Business Management, Land Acquisition & Tenure, Sustainable Farming Practices Workshops Are to help farmers make informed farm planning decisions. At the end of each workshop additional resources and Cornell service provider contact information will be provide. Benefiting You Your Family Your Community Cost for all 5 session: $15 individual or $25 for 2 from same farm register at the link below Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at North Utica Community Center Wednesday, January 22, 2020 11:30 am - 12:00 pm North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Dr. , Utica, NY 13502 Discover ways to eat smart and spend less. Those who attend will  get to taste Butternut Squash with Black Beans. ========================================= Respiratory Fit Testing Wednesday, January 22, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County would like to support the decrease in exposure to chemical and pesticides to farmers and farm employees by offering a respiratory fit testing workshop. The Bassett Healthcare Network, New York Center for Agriculture Medicine and Health (NYCAMH), will be at CCE in Oriskany, on January 22, 2020 to provide “Respiratory Fit Testing”. Complete article with new regulations can be found in this months issue of Farm Flash on page 5  "Safety in the Agricultural Workplace"Registration is required, time will TBD by registration coordinator, To schedule an appointment, contact the NYCAMH office by January 21st. Ask to speak with the farm respirator clinic scheduler. 607-547-6023, or 800-343-7527, Monday-Friday, 8-4 When calling to schedule an appointment free for the 1st 20 people registered! Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= ​Winter Shop Meeting Wednesday, January 22, 2020 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Warner Sales & Service, 6470 Greenway New London Road , Rome, NY 13440 Skidsteer maintenance and safety training opportunity.  Come and explore additional employee training resources to help you retain your critical employees.Lunch served. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: 315-736-3394 X132 by Jan 20th  Free PLEASE RSVP by 1.20 Marylynn Collins, mrm7@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 132 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, January 22, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover smart shopping tips to eat better on a budget. ========================================= SNAP-ED Food Demonstration at Bill Gavin Food Pantry Thursday, January 23, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am Bill Gavin Food Pantry , 5748 Stokes Lee Center Rd. , Lee Center, NY 13363 Try it before you cook it! Food demonstration and tasting featuring Butternut Squash with Black Beans. ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop at Fulton Salvation Army Thursday, January 23, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fulton Salvation Army , 62 S 1st St , Fulton, NY 13069 Mac and Cheese anyone? Taste and learn how to make this comfort classic healthier. ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Thursday, January 23, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= 4-H Competitive Trail Riding Workshop Thursday, January 23, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Oneida County 4-H is very excited to announce that Dan Gruen will be giving a Competitive Trail Riding Presentation on January 23rd at the CCE Office in Oneida County. Come learn what competitive trail riding is, what tack & equipment you need and how to get involved! This is a great informational session especially for those youth participating in Horse Bowl/Hippology or just looking to expand their knowledge on horses! Date: January 23rd, 2020Location: 121 Second Street, Oriskany NY 13424Time: Starting at 6:30pmCompletely FREE to attend!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop @ Mexico Food Pantry Monday, January 27, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover tips for loosing weight and keeping it off. ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, January 28, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, January 28, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= Health and Safety for Child Care Directors Wednesday, January 29, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Health & Safety Competencies in Child Care for Day Care Center, School-Age Child Care and Enrolled Legally Exempt Group DirectorsSession ScheduleDates:  Wednesday, January 29, 2020, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMThursday, January 30, 2020, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMLocation: CCE Oneida 121 second Street, Oriskany, NY 13424$260 - YOU CAN APPLY FOR EIP! Click HereParticipants must attend all sessions to receive their certificate.  A minimum of six participants are required to hold the courseRegister on PDP website and call Tammy at 315-223-7850 ext. 222The focus of this training is to move all child care programs toward best practice standards. Whether you are a Director of a Day Care Center, School-Age Child Care and Enrolled Legally Exempt Group program, you are in a position to make high quality care your main focus. We will discuss components of high quality, illustrate regulations and best practice, and discuss challenges and identify resources that will be ideal for supporting best practice. This training is mandatory for all new Directors hired after September 31, 2017. (It is not required for LE Director’s at this time.) $260 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 222 ========================================= SNAP-ED Workshop @ Mexico Food Pantry Wednesday, January 29, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover tips for loosing weight and keeping it off. ========================================= Health and Safety for Child Care Directors Thursday, January 30, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Health & Safety Competencies in Child Care for Day Care Center, School-Age Child Care and Enrolled Legally Exempt Group DirectorsSession ScheduleDates:  Wednesday, January 29, 2020, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMThursday, January 30, 2020, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMLocation: CCE Oneida 121 second Street, Oriskany, NY 13424$260 - YOU CAN APPLY FOR EIP! Click HereParticipants must attend all sessions to receive their certificate.  A minimum of six participants are required to hold the courseRegister on PDP website and call Tammy at 315-223-7850 ext. 222The focus of this training is to move all child care programs toward best practice standards. Whether you are a Director of a Day Care Center, School-Age Child Care and Enrolled Legally Exempt Group program, you are in a position to make high quality care your main focus. We will discuss components of high quality, illustrate regulations and best practice, and discuss challenges and identify resources that will be ideal for supporting best practice. This training is mandatory for all new Directors hired after September 31, 2017. (It is not required for LE Director’s at this time.) $260 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 222 ========================================= ​Young Farmers’ Discussion Group Thursday, January 30, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424  Meeting is open to ALL FarmersThis month’s guest speaker will be Bruce Erath with Hearth Financial Planners. If you missed him in July 2019, plan to attend this time.Great information and discussion on the need for estate planning, farm transfer planning and business planning.Reservations are required by January 28thBy calling to RSVP we can contact you in the event of cancellations or changes. Please call 315-736-3394 ext. 132 if you plan to attend. free Marylynn Collins, mrm7@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 132 ========================================= Oneida County SNAP-Ed: Food Demo & Tasting Monday, February 3, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am Bargain Grocer, 1110 Lincoln Ave. , Utica, ny 13502 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting at Bargain Grocer featuring February's Harvest of the Month sweet potatoes. ========================================= Oneida County SNAP-ED: Food Demo & Tasting Monday, February 3, 2020 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Thea Bowman Food Pantry , 702 Columbia St. , Utica, NY 13502 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting at Thea Bowman Food Pantry featuring February's Harvest of the Month sweet potatoes. ========================================= Oswego County SNAP-ED: Food Demo & Tasting Monday, February 3, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mexico Food Pantry , 5863 Scenic Ave , Mexico , NY 13114 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting at Mexico Food Pantry featuring February's Harvest of the Month sweet potatoes. ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Horse Communications Tuesday, February 4, 2020 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 No other program in 4-H is more respected than 4-H Public Presentation and Horse Communications. Providing youth the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas is one of the key youth development opportunities that 4-H offers. That being said the fear of public speaking is listed as the number one fear that adults have. This fear can hinder both personal and professional opportunities.Participating youth may advance to the District, State and even National events as they have in the past.On the registration you will be asked to select a time for your presentation. We will do our best to honor your request. However, please understand that we rely upon volunteers to be evaluators and their time is valuable. You may be required to shift your time if there are large gaps in the schedule due to low participation. Presentations are scheduled approximately every 20 minutes or every 10 minutes for Cloverbuds presenting on 3/16 at the CCE Office.This year we are offering several locations and dates for Horse Communications.2/4 at Boonville Elks Club (~6:00pm, not judged, limited slots available)2/11 at CCE in Oriskany (~6:00, not judged, limited slots available)3/21 at CCE in Oriskany 3/28 at Boonville Municipal Commission in BoonvilleRegister Here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/CHC2020_230Follow this link for Horse Communication resources and score sheets: http://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/animal-programs/horses/events-rulebook/ None Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, February 4, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, February 4, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= Medication Administration Training (MAT) Friday, February 7, 2020 10:00 am - 2:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Participants for MAT Classes and Independent Studies must register through the SUNY ECETP MAT System. There is no longer a separate registration for the Child Care Council and SUNY. Click Here to learn about registering through the SUNY ECETP MAT system. Once you have registered, please submit your payment by either1.Calling (315) 223-7850 x 230 with a credit card number to process over the phone OR2.Mailing a check made payable to the Child Care Council for the amount of the class to Richelle Singer 121 Second St Oriskany NY 13424. Please put 'MAT' in the memo line of your check.___________________________________________________________________________________This course is a mandatory component of gaining NYS certification to administer medications to the children in your program. MAT Fee: $125, non-refundable. The independent study MAT course tuition is $80. MAT 3 Skills Demonstration Renewals will be held on Independent Study days. (Funding is available through NYS to cover $100 of the fee. For information on funding, contact SUNY at 800-295-9616 Upcoming dates at CCE Oneida MAT IS- Feb 7th 10am -2pm, Fri at CCEMAT IS- March 10th, Tues 10am -2pm at CCEMAT Classroom- Feb 15th Sat 9am-5pm at CCEMAT Classroom- April 4th Sat 9am-5pm at CCE Class - $125, Independent Study - $80 Mary Anderson, mf688@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 226 ========================================= SNAP-Ed: Cooking Matters for Parents Monday, February 10, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Rome Rescue Mission , 413 E Dominick St. , Rome, NY 13440 Stretch your food budget. Discover affordable tips to make healthy eating part of your lifestyle. ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Horse Communications Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 No other program in 4-H is more respected than 4-H Public Presentation and Horse Communications. Providing youth the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas is one of the key youth development opportunities that 4-H offers. That being said the fear of public speaking is listed as the number one fear that adults have. This fear can hinder both personal and professional opportunities.Participating youth may advance to the District, State and even National events as they have in the past.On the registration you will be asked to select a time for your presentation. We will do our best to honor your request. However, please understand that we rely upon volunteers to be evaluators and their time is valuable. You may be required to shift your time if there are large gaps in the schedule due to low participation. Presentations are scheduled approximately every 20 minutes or every 10 minutes for Cloverbuds presenting on 3/16 at the CCE Office.This year we are offering several locations and dates for Horse Communications.2/4 at Boonville Elks Club (~6:00pm, not judged, limited slots available)2/11 at CCE in Oriskany (~6:00, not judged, limited slots available)3/21 at CCE in Oriskany 3/28 at Boonville Municipal Commission in BoonvilleRegister Here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/CHC2020_230Follow this link for Horse Communication resources and score sheets: http://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/animal-programs/horses/events-rulebook/ None Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= 4-H Equine Nutrition Workshop Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Join the Oneida County 4-H Horse Program for the 4-H Equine Nutrition Workshop hosted by Kierstyn Duggleby of Poulin Feeds. This workshop will be held on February 11th at 6:30pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County. REGISTER HERE to provide a general headcount: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/EquineNutrition_230Come learn all about your horse's nutritional needs and how to pick the right feeds. This is a great informational session especially for those youth participating in Horse Bowl/Hippology or just looking to expand their knowledge on horses! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= SNAP-Ed MyPlate for My Family Workshop Friday, February 14, 2020 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. ========================================= Medication Administration Training (MAT) Saturday, February 15, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Participants for MAT Classes and Independent Studies must register through the SUNY ECETP MAT System. There is no longer a separate registration for the Child Care Council and SUNY. Click Here to learn about registering through the SUNY ECETP MAT system. Once you have registered, please submit your payment by either1.Calling (315) 223-7850 x 230 with a credit card number to process over the phone OR2.Mailing a check made payable to the Child Care Council for the amount of the class to Richelle Singer 121 Second St Oriskany NY 13424. Please put 'MAT' in the memo line of your check.___________________________________________________________________________________This course is a mandatory component of gaining NYS certification to administer medications to the children in your program. MAT Fee: $125, non-refundable. The independent study MAT course tuition is $80. MAT 3 Skills Demonstration Renewals will be held on Independent Study days. (Funding is available through NYS to cover $100 of the fee. For information on funding, contact SUNY at 800-295-9616 Upcoming dates at CCE Oneida MAT IS- Feb 7th 10am -2pm, Fri at CCEMAT IS- March 10th, Tues 10am -2pm at CCEMAT Classroom- Feb 15th Sat 9am-5pm at CCEMAT Classroom- April 4th Sat 9am-5pm at CCE Class - $125, Independent Study - $80 Mary Anderson, mf688@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 226 ========================================= 4-H Tractor & Machinery Certification Program Tuesday, February 18, 2020 8:30 am - 3:00 pm VFW, 49 Franklin Ave , Clinton, NY 13323 The Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program is for youth and adults 14 years of age and over.  This program will be held February 18th - 20th from 8:30-3:00 each day. We invite and encourage all farm and non-farm youth and adults who will be working on or around machinery to participate in the program.The program will be held at the VFW in Clinton, NY. The cost for 4-H members is $25. For non-members the cost is $35. Payments can be made out to CCE Herkimer and mailed to 5657 State Route 5 Herkimer, NY 13350. Please REGISTER by February 11th by calling the Herkimer County 4-H Office at  315-866-7920. If you have any questions, contact Jennifer Collins at jlr34@cornell.edu or 315-866-7920. 4-H members is $25. Non-members is $30 ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, February 18, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, February 18, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, February 18, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= VIRTUAL - Aspiring Farmers Academy Tuesday, February 18, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Who should attend? Prospective or exploring farmers , Startup farms, restrategizing farmers Featuring Whole Farm Planning, Marketing, Business Management, Land Acquisition & Tenure, Sustainable Farming Practices Workshops Are to help farmers make informed farm planning decisions. At the end of each workshop additional resources and Cornell service provider contact information will be provide. Benefiting You Your Family Your Community Cost for all 5 session: $15 individual or $25 for 2 from same farm register at the link below Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= SNAP-Ed : Eat Healthy Be Active Wednesday, February 19, 2020 11:30 am - 12:00 pm North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Dr. , Utica, NY 13502 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce calories, saturated and trans fats. ========================================= 4-H Tractor & Machinery Certification Program Wednesday, February 19, 2020 8:30 am - 3:00 pm VFW, 49 Franklin Ave , Clinton, NY 13323 The Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program is for youth and adults 14 years of age and over.  This program will be held February 18th - 20th from 8:30-3:00 each day. We invite and encourage all farm and non-farm youth and adults who will be working on or around machinery to participate in the program.The program will be held at the VFW in Clinton, NY. The cost for 4-H members is $25. For non-members the cost is $35. Payments can be made out to CCE Herkimer and mailed to 5657 State Route 5 Herkimer, NY 13350. Please REGISTER by February 11th by calling the Herkimer County 4-H Office at  315-866-7920. If you have any questions, contact Jennifer Collins at jlr34@cornell.edu or 315-866-7920. 4-H members is $25. Non-members is $30 ========================================= SNAP-Ed :Eat Healthy Be Active Thursday, February 20, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am Bill Gavin Food Pantry , 5748 Stokes Lee Center Rd. , Lee Center, NY 13363 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting featuring February's Harvest of the Month potatoes. ========================================= 4-H Tractor & Machinery Certification Program Thursday, February 20, 2020 8:30 am - 3:00 pm VFW, 49 Franklin Ave , Clinton, NY 13323 The Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program is for youth and adults 14 years of age and over.  This program will be held February 18th - 20th from 8:30-3:00 each day. We invite and encourage all farm and non-farm youth and adults who will be working on or around machinery to participate in the program.The program will be held at the VFW in Clinton, NY. The cost for 4-H members is $25. For non-members the cost is $35. Payments can be made out to CCE Herkimer and mailed to 5657 State Route 5 Herkimer, NY 13350. Please REGISTER by February 11th by calling the Herkimer County 4-H Office at  315-866-7920. If you have any questions, contact Jennifer Collins at jlr34@cornell.edu or 315-866-7920. 4-H members is $25. Non-members is $30 ========================================= SNAP-Ed: Cooking Matters for Parents Monday, February 24, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Rome Rescue Mission , 413 E Dominick St. , Rome, NY 13440 Discover time saving strategies as well as low cost ways to prepare meals ========================================= SNAP-Ed: Eat Healthy Be Active Tuesday, February 25, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Bargain Grocer, 1110 Lincoln Ave. , Utica, ny 13502 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting featuring February's Harvest of the Month potatoes ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, February 25, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Tuesday, February 25, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= VIRTUAL - From Recipe to Market. Wednesday, February 26, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Have a specific food product or recipe you are interested in exploring? Join CCE at MVCC Rome for a 5-week workshop series - From Recipe to Market. Farmers and local aspiring food entrepreneurs will be able to take advantage of accelerating their food-based business concept working in professional kitchens with sessions led by experts across the field.Attendees will develop their recipe, learn about processing and be able to prepare and package their products safely. Participants will also gain knowledge of both potential profits and product distribution avenues while starting to build a marketable business plan.Sessions are on Wednesday evenings 5:30 to 8:30WEEK 1 – FEB 26: STOVETOP TO STOREFRONT | INTRODUCTION R2MWEEK 2 – MARCH 4: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PLANNING & COST OF PRODUCTIONWEEK3 – MARCH 11: RECIPE DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD SAFETYWEEK 4 – MARCH 18: MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTIONWEEK 5 - MARCH 25: PREPARE YOUR RECIPE (KITCHEN SAFETY)This program is for individuals seriously interested in operating a value-added business. Participants must have a specific food product or recipe in mind and are expected to attend all 5 sessions. The cost of the entire program for a single-payer is $75.00 or for a team of two, $125.00. Workbooks will be included and developed specifically for your product during the series. $75 pp OR Team of 2 $125 includes ALL sessions Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek, aml439@cornell.edu, 315-736-3394 ext. 131 ========================================= Pyramid Model Training (Preschool Unit 3-6 year olds) Monday, March 2, 2020 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Madison Oneida BOCES , 4937 Spring Rd , Verona, NY 13478 Free for providers working with Madison County Children.  Presented by Colleen Wuest, MO BOCES, Pyramid Model Master Cadre TrainerLunch is included, participants will receive a certificate for each module completed.Monday, March 2, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Module 1: Building Relationships & Creating Supportive Environments Friday, May 1, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies Monday, June 29, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Module 3: Individualized InterventionRegister early! Space is limited to 20 per module. To register, contact: Luann Hollingsworth at Madison-Oneida BOCES lhollingsworth@moboces.org or 315-361-5902. ========================================= Pyramid Model Training (Infant/Toddler Unit 0-3 year olds) Tuesday, March 3, 2020 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Madison Oneida BOCES , 4937 Spring Rd , Verona, NY 13478 Free for providers working with Madison County children birth to age 5Presented by Ellen Olson Child Care Council of CCE, Pyramid Model Master Cadre TrainerLunch is included. Participants will receive a certificate for each module completed.Tuesday, March 3, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pmModule 1: Social & Emotional Development within the Context of RelationshipsMonday, May 4, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:00 pmModule 2: Responsive Routines, Environments, and Targeted Strategies to Support Social Emotional Development in Infants and ToddlersTuesday, June 30, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pmModule 3: Individualized Intervention with Infants and Toddlers: Determining the Meaning of Behavior and Developing Appropriate ResponsesRegister early! Space is limited to 20 per module.To register, contact: Luann Hollingsworth at Madison-Oneida BOCES lhollingsworth@moboces.org or 315-361-5902. ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Tuesday, March 3, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= VIRTUAL - From Recipe to Market. Wednesday, March 4, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Have a specific food product or recipe you are interested in exploring? Join CCE at MVCC Rome for a 5-week workshop series - From Recipe to Market. Farmers and local aspiring food entrepreneurs will be able to take advantage of accelerating their food-based business concept working in professional kitchens with sessions led by experts across the field.Attendees will develop their recipe, learn about processing and be able to prepare and package their products safely. Participants will also gain knowledge of both potential profits and product distribution avenues while starting to build a marketable business plan.Sessions are on Wednesday evenings 5:30 to 8:30WEEK 1 – FEB 26: STOVETOP TO STOREFRONT | INTRODUCTION R2MWEEK 2 – MARCH 4: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PLANNING & COST OF PRODUCTIONWEEK3 – MARCH 11: RECIPE DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD SAFETYWEEK 4 – MARCH 18: MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTIONWEEK 5 - MARCH 25: PREPARE YOUR RECIPE (KITCHEN SAFETY)This program is for individuals seriously interested in operating a value-added business. Participants must have a specific food product or recipe in mind and are expected to attend all 5 sessions. The cost of the entire program for a single-payer is $75.00 or for a team of two, $125.00. Workbooks will be included and developed specifically for your product during the series. $75 pp OR Team of 2 $125 includes ALL sessions Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek, aml439@cornell.edu, 315-736-3394 ext. 131 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practices Thursday, March 5, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Youth can learn more about horses during the 4-H Horse Bowl/Hippology Practices.  Horse Bowl is a quiz bowl type game using buzzers while Hippology is a more hands on knowledge test.  Practices will be held from 6:30pm to 8:00pm either at the CCE 4-H Office in Oriskany or the Boonville Elks in Boonville.  New Comers Welcome and NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!! CCE 4-H Office- January 7th, 23rd, 29th and February 11th and 25th and March 5thBoonville Elks - January 28th, February 4th and 18th   (Address is 13054 State Route 12, Boonville)Whisper Wind Equestrian Center - January 14th @ 6:00pm Saddle Fitting Workshop with Val McCloskey (Address is 6101 Skinner Road, Rome)Saturday March 7th is the Regional Horse Bowl and Hippology Contests at Morrisville Eaton High School in Morrisville, NY. Contest divisions include Senior (14-18), Junior (8-13) and Novice (Under 14 and first time competing). Cloverbuds (Ages 5 to 8) may attend practices but may not compete on March 7th.  Come and learn about horses while having fun!! None Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= SNAP-Ed: MyPlate for my Family Monday, March 9, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Rome Rescue Mission , 413 E Dominick St. , Rome, NY 13440 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting featuring March's Harvest of the Month carrots . ========================================= Medication Administration Training (MAT) Tuesday, March 10, 2020 10:00 am - 2:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Participants for MAT Classes and Independent Studies must register through the SUNY ECETP MAT System. There is no longer a separate registration for the Child Care Council and SUNY. Click Here to learn about registering through the SUNY ECETP MAT system. Once you have registered, please submit your payment by either1.Calling (315) 223-7850 x 230 with a credit card number to process over the phone OR2.Mailing a check made payable to the Child Care Council for the amount of the class to Richelle Singer 121 Second St Oriskany NY 13424. Please put 'MAT' in the memo line of your check.___________________________________________________________________________________This course is a mandatory component of gaining NYS certification to administer medications to the children in your program. MAT Fee: $125, non-refundable. The independent study MAT course tuition is $80. MAT 3 Skills Demonstration Renewals will be held on Independent Study days. (Funding is available through NYS to cover $100 of the fee. For information on funding, contact SUNY at 800-295-9616 Upcoming dates at CCE Oneida MAT IS- Feb 7th 10am -2pm, Fri at CCEMAT IS- March 10th, Tues 10am -2pm at CCEMAT Classroom- Feb 15th Sat 9am-5pm at CCEMAT Classroom- April 4th Sat 9am-5pm at CCE Class - $125, Independent Study - $80 Mary Anderson, mf688@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 226 ========================================= SNAP-Ed: MyPlate for my Family Wednesday, March 11, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Thea Bowman, 309 Genesee St, , Utica, NY 13501 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting featuring March's Harvest of The Month Carrots. ========================================= VIRTUAL - From Recipe to Market. Wednesday, March 11, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Have a specific food product or recipe you are interested in exploring? Join CCE at MVCC Rome for a 5-week workshop series - From Recipe to Market. Farmers and local aspiring food entrepreneurs will be able to take advantage of accelerating their food-based business concept working in professional kitchens with sessions led by experts across the field.Attendees will develop their recipe, learn about processing and be able to prepare and package their products safely. Participants will also gain knowledge of both potential profits and product distribution avenues while starting to build a marketable business plan.Sessions are on Wednesday evenings 5:30 to 8:30WEEK 1 – FEB 26: STOVETOP TO STOREFRONT | INTRODUCTION R2MWEEK 2 – MARCH 4: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PLANNING & COST OF PRODUCTIONWEEK3 – MARCH 11: RECIPE DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD SAFETYWEEK 4 – MARCH 18: MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTIONWEEK 5 - MARCH 25: PREPARE YOUR RECIPE (KITCHEN SAFETY)This program is for individuals seriously interested in operating a value-added business. Participants must have a specific food product or recipe in mind and are expected to attend all 5 sessions. The cost of the entire program for a single-payer is $75.00 or for a team of two, $125.00. Workbooks will be included and developed specifically for your product during the series. $75 pp OR Team of 2 $125 includes ALL sessions Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek, aml439@cornell.edu, 315-736-3394 ext. 131 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed Eat Healthy Be Active Workshop Thursday, March 12, 2020 9:30 am - 10:30 am Bill Gavin Food Pantry , 5748 Stokes Lee Center Rd. , Lee Center, NY 13363 Discover simple recipe modifications and cooking techniques to reduce sodium, sugar, and replace with healthy fats. ========================================= CANCELLED: SNAP-Ed Family Cooking Class Series Thursday, March 12, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440   Join SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kayla Slater for our FREE 6 week family cooking class series Discover affordable and healthy meal ideas that the whole family can enjoy.Learn basic cooking skills.Taste what you make.                RSVP Today!    Please fill out the registration form here or call (315) 736-3394 ext 169         Classes are held at MVCC Rome Campus Kitchen located in the Plumley complex building.      ROOM 134 ========================================= CANCELLED - 4-H Dairy Bowl and Clinics Saturday, March 14, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Are you interested in learning more about dairy cows and the dairy industry. Would you like to expand or test your knowledge with other youth your age? Then consider attending our many Dairy Clinics and/or join the Dairy Bowl Team. Practice begins January and continues until early March. Clinics will cover a different topic each night with a 45 minute lesson/speaker followed by 30 minutes of Buzzer/Question Practice for those interested in being on the Dairy Bowl Team. For ages 9 and up no experience required. There are Novice, Junior and Senior teams. There are nine scheduled practices held at the CCE Office in Oriskany from 6:30 to 7:45pm.Attendance of all is NOT mandatory.  Tuesday Nights - Jan 14th, Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 18th, Feb 25th and Mar 3rdAdditional dates and times will be scheduled as needed.  Teams will compete against other countries at the district contest.  The District Dairy Bowl event will be held March 14th at South Lewis Central School in Turin.   None Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 108 ========================================= CANCELLED - 2020 Early Childhood Educators Spring Conference Saturday, March 14, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 3/10/20 - The Child Care Council of Cornell Cooperative Extension has decided to cancel the 2020 Spring Conference. All registrants have been contacted, and new registrations will be denied and refunded. Please contact Richelle Singer with any questions or concerns. Richelle Singer, rfs35@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext 223 ========================================= CANCELLED - Advanced Beekeeping Saturday, March 14, 2020 8:30 am - 5:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 SCHEDULE *Times are subject to changeRegistration: 08:30 - 9:00Class: 09:00 - 10:45Break: 10:45 - 11:00 Club will provide coffee & doughnut holesClass: 10:55 - 12:45Lunch: 12:45 - 01:15 Club will provide pizza, salad, beverages & dessertsBreak: 03:15 - 03:30 Club will provide coffee & cookiesClass: 03:30 - 5:00COURSE SYLLABUS9:00 - 9:10♦ Club Introduction – Ken Boyce! Pledge of Allegiance! History of the Mid-York Beekeeping Club! Officer Introductions! Regular Club Meeting Schedule9:10 – 10:00♦ Should I Turn My Hobby Into a Business – Bonnie Collins10:00 - 10:45♦ Record Keeping – Eric KrouseBREAK 10:45 - 11:0011:00 - 12:00♦ Queen Rearing – Abe Yoder12:00 – 12:45♦ Splits – Abe YoderLUNCH 12:45-1:151:15 - 2:30♦ Free Bees - Swarms – Ken Boyce2:30 - 3:15♦ Fine-Tuned Varroa Control – Steve BurtonBREAK 3:15 - 3:303:30 – 4:00♦ Honey Labels with Requirements – Dwayne Schieferstine4:00 – 4:20♦ New Field Training Program – Ken Boyce4:20 - 5:00♦ Beekeeper Round Table Discussion! Advice for Beekeepers! Student Questions! Mentoring New Beekeepers $35 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed MyPlate for my family workshop Monday, March 16, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Rome Rescue Mission , 413 E Dominick St. , Rome, NY 13440 SNAP-Ed will share easy tips on how incorporate more physical activity into your busy day as well as quick healthy meals and snack ideas. ========================================= CANCELLED - SNAP-Ed National Nutrtition Month® Event Monday, March 16, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Upstate Family Health Center, 1001 Noyes St. , Utica, NY 13502 Learn how you can eat tasty foods while lowering sodium, sugars, and switching to healthy fats. Stay for our food demo & tasting featuring Jicama Black Bean Salad. ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Monday, March 16, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm YMCA, 301 W Bloomfield St , Rome, NY 13440 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-ED!Free and open to the public. SNAP-Ed will share share tips on how to cut back on sodium.  Test your knowledge about how much sodium is in your favorite foods. Test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt and try Jicama. ========================================= VIRTUAL - Aspiring Farmers Academy Tuesday, March 17, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Who should attend? Prospective or exploring farmers , Startup farms, restrategizing farmers Featuring Whole Farm Planning, Marketing, Business Management, Land Acquisition & Tenure, Sustainable Farming Practices Workshops Are to help farmers make informed farm planning decisions. At the end of each workshop additional resources and Cornell service provider contact information will be provide. Benefiting You Your Family Your Community Cost for all 5 session: $15 individual or $25 for 2 from same farm register at the link below Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed Eat Healthybe Active Workshop Wednesday, March 18, 2020 11:30 am - 12:00 pm North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Dr. , Utica, NY 13502 Learn how you can eat tasty foods while lowering sodium, sugars, and switching to healthy fats.. ========================================= Produce Safety Alliance( PSA) Grower Training Wednesday, March 18, 2020 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Join PSA Trainers at Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County, 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NY on March 18, 2020PSA Trainers will spend approximately seven hours of instruction time covering content contained in the area of worker health, hygiene, soil amendments, wildlife, agricultural water, post-harvest handling and sanitation, along with how to develop a Farm Food Safety Plan. Each participant farm at the course will receive a manual. The manual includes curriculum module slides and slide notes divided by tabs with learning objectives. Additionally, references, a glossary, and FSMA-specific information is included. All participants that attended the entire course (all 7 modules) are eligible to receive a certificate from AFDO (Association of Food and Drug Officials) that verifies they completed the training course.Registration is at a cost of $35 for a single attendee and $50 for two attendees from the same farm. This includes the manual and lunch. Please be advised that refunds are not available.If you are uncertain whether the course is for you, you are welcome to contact Ashleigh deCarr at amd443@cornell.edu or 315-736-3394 ext.115.  Yes ========================================= VIRTUAL - From Recipe to Market. Wednesday, March 18, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Have a specific food product or recipe you are interested in exploring? Join CCE at MVCC Rome for a 5-week workshop series - From Recipe to Market. Farmers and local aspiring food entrepreneurs will be able to take advantage of accelerating their food-based business concept working in professional kitchens with sessions led by experts across the field.Attendees will develop their recipe, learn about processing and be able to prepare and package their products safely. Participants will also gain knowledge of both potential profits and product distribution avenues while starting to build a marketable business plan.Sessions are on Wednesday evenings 5:30 to 8:30WEEK 1 – FEB 26: STOVETOP TO STOREFRONT | INTRODUCTION R2MWEEK 2 – MARCH 4: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PLANNING & COST OF PRODUCTIONWEEK3 – MARCH 11: RECIPE DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD SAFETYWEEK 4 – MARCH 18: MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTIONWEEK 5 - MARCH 25: PREPARE YOUR RECIPE (KITCHEN SAFETY)This program is for individuals seriously interested in operating a value-added business. Participants must have a specific food product or recipe in mind and are expected to attend all 5 sessions. The cost of the entire program for a single-payer is $75.00 or for a team of two, $125.00. Workbooks will be included and developed specifically for your product during the series. $75 pp OR Team of 2 $125 includes ALL sessions Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek, aml439@cornell.edu, 315-736-3394 ext. 131 ========================================= CANCELLED: SNAP-Ed Family Cooking Class Series Thursday, March 19, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440   Join SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kayla Slater for our FREE 6 week family cooking class series Discover affordable and healthy meal ideas that the whole family can enjoy.Learn basic cooking skills.Taste what you make.                RSVP Today!    Please fill out the registration form here or call (315) 736-3394 ext 169         Classes are held at MVCC Rome Campus Kitchen located in the Plumley complex building.      ROOM 134 ========================================= VIRTUAL: Board Meeting Thursday, March 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The March 2020 CCE Oneida Board meeting will be held as a virtual meeting through Zoom on March 19th.  Participants will be connecting from locations across Oneida County, including Blossvale, Holland Patent, Rome, Verona, Utica and more. If you are interested in attending or participating in this meeting, please contact Mary Beth McEwen. Mary Beth McEwen, mm822@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 101 ========================================= CANCELLED - Ag. Literacy Week Monday, March 16, 2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Agriculture Literacy Week is March 16th-20th! The signature book for 2020 is Right This Very Minute by Lisl H. Detlefsen with art by Renee Kurilla. In this book readers find out what farmers are doing right this very minute to ensure we have safe, nutritious and delicious foods when we want them.  This year our book is geared for K through 3rd grade.Once your classroom has registered that they would like to participate, a volunteer will contact you to arrange a day and time to come in, read the book and do a activity. The whole program lasts from a 1/2 hour to 45 minutes. In February volunteers will be contacting teachers directly to coordinate dates and times.In the past some schools have a specific volunteer that has read to them. If you would like to request a specific reader there is an opportunity to do so.All school requests must be in by January 10th! This allows enough time to order books, supplies and arrange volunteer readers.Please follow this link for more information and/or to register your classroom: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/2020agLit_230To Register to be a Volunteer Reader click the link below: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/2020aglitvol_230 No Fee Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Public Presentations Saturday, March 21, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 No other program in 4-H is more respected than 4-H Public Presentation Program.  Providing youth the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas is one of the key youth development opportunities that 4-H offers. That being said the fear of public speaking is listed as the number one fear that adults have. This fear can hinder both personal and professional opportunities.For this reason Oneida County 4-H recognizes the difficulties that Leaders have had in the past finding qualified evaluators for their club level programs. While we encourage Leaders to still provide this club level experience we are now going to provide the formal setting here at CCE. Participating youth may advance to the District and State events as they have in the past.Hint: Some of our best 4-H Presenters come from clubs where public speaking was mandatory. Leaders recognize the value of the program and require it. Don’t let your fears or the fears of others take away the valuable life skill that public speaking can bring to our 4-H youth. On the registration you will be asked to select a time for your presentation. We will do our best to honor your request. However, please understand that we rely upon volunteers to be evaluators and their time is valuable. You may be required to shift your time if there are large gaps in the schedule due to low participation. Presentations are scheduled approximately every 20 minutes. None Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Horse Communications Saturday, March 21, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 No other program in 4-H is more respected than 4-H Public Presentation and Horse Communications. Providing youth the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas is one of the key youth development opportunities that 4-H offers. That being said the fear of public speaking is listed as the number one fear that adults have. This fear can hinder both personal and professional opportunities.Participating youth may advance to the District, State and even National events as they have in the past.On the registration you will be asked to select a time for your presentation. We will do our best to honor your request. However, please understand that we rely upon volunteers to be evaluators and their time is valuable. You may be required to shift your time if there are large gaps in the schedule due to low participation. Presentations are scheduled approximately every 20 minutes or every 10 minutes for Cloverbuds presenting on 3/16 at the CCE Office.This year we are offering several locations and dates for Horse Communications.2/4 at Boonville Elks Club (~6:00pm, not judged, limited slots available)2/11 at CCE in Oriskany (~6:00, not judged, limited slots available)3/21 at CCE in Oriskany 3/28 at Boonville Municipal Commission in BoonvilleRegister Here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/CHC2020_230Follow this link for Horse Communication resources and score sheets: http://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/animal-programs/horses/events-rulebook/ None Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Monday, March 23, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm YMCA, 301 W Bloomfield St , Rome, NY 13440 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-ED!Free and open to the public. SNAP-Ed will share share tips on how to cut back on sodium.  Test your knowledge about how much sodium is in your favorite foods. Test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt and try Jicama. ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed MyPlate for my family Workshop Monday, March 23, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Rome Rescue Mission , 413 E Dominick St. , Rome, NY 13440 Discover simple solutions for adding more fruits and veggies to your meals. Join us for a food demonstration & tasting featuring March's Harvest of the Month carrots. ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Tuesday, March 24, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee St , Utica, NY 13501 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-ED!Free and open to the public.Stop by the SNAP-Ed table at 5pm to learn ways that you can cut back on sodium, as well as test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt. At 6pm there will be a SNAP-Ed workshop along with a Colon Cancer presentation  by NYS Cancer Prevention Program. ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Tuesday, March 24, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee St , Utica, NY 13501 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-ED!Free and open to the public.Stop by the SNAP-Ed table at 5pm to learn ways that you can cut back on sodium, as well as test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt. At 6pm there will be a SNAP-Ed workshop along with a Colon Cancer presentation  by NYS Cancer Prevention Program. ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed Eating Healthy on a Budget Wednesday, March 25, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Neighborhood Center , 15 Hopper St, , Utica, NY 13501 Discover healthy & affordable meal planning strategies ========================================= VIRTUAL - From Recipe to Market. Wednesday, March 25, 2020 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Have a specific food product or recipe you are interested in exploring? Join CCE at MVCC Rome for a 5-week workshop series - From Recipe to Market. Farmers and local aspiring food entrepreneurs will be able to take advantage of accelerating their food-based business concept working in professional kitchens with sessions led by experts across the field.Attendees will develop their recipe, learn about processing and be able to prepare and package their products safely. Participants will also gain knowledge of both potential profits and product distribution avenues while starting to build a marketable business plan.Sessions are on Wednesday evenings 5:30 to 8:30WEEK 1 – FEB 26: STOVETOP TO STOREFRONT | INTRODUCTION R2MWEEK 2 – MARCH 4: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS PLANNING & COST OF PRODUCTIONWEEK3 – MARCH 11: RECIPE DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD SAFETYWEEK 4 – MARCH 18: MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTIONWEEK 5 - MARCH 25: PREPARE YOUR RECIPE (KITCHEN SAFETY)This program is for individuals seriously interested in operating a value-added business. Participants must have a specific food product or recipe in mind and are expected to attend all 5 sessions. The cost of the entire program for a single-payer is $75.00 or for a team of two, $125.00. Workbooks will be included and developed specifically for your product during the series. $75 pp OR Team of 2 $125 includes ALL sessions Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek, aml439@cornell.edu, 315-736-3394 ext. 131 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed Eat Healthy Be Active Thursday, March 26, 2020 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Thea Bowman Food Pantry , 702 Columbia St. , Utica, NY 13502 Learn how you can eat tasty foods while lowering sodium, sugars, and switching to healthy fats. ========================================= VIRTUAL SNAP-Ed Obesity Prevention Training Thursday, March 26, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 CHAMPIONS for CHANGE!!!!!! FREE SNAP-Ed Obesity Prevention Training Virtural WebinarWe will be presenting: -How SNAP-Ed addresses food insecurity, hunger, and improves nutrition with SNAP populations in your community-Evidence based strategies that you can adopt to become a #champion4change in your community-Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Who Should attend:-Staff and volunteers who work with SNAP eligible youth, adults and families.Registration here: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IE8n4... ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Thursday, March 26, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Jervis Public Library, 613 N Washington St , Rome, NY 13440 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-ED!Free and open to the public.SNAP-Ed will share share tips on how to cut back on sodium. Test your knowledge about how much sodium is in your favorite foods.Test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt and try Jicama. ========================================= CANCELLED: SNAP-Ed Family Cooking Class Series Thursday, March 26, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440   Join SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kayla Slater for our FREE 6 week family cooking class series Discover affordable and healthy meal ideas that the whole family can enjoy.Learn basic cooking skills.Taste what you make.                RSVP Today!    Please fill out the registration form here or call (315) 736-3394 ext 169         Classes are held at MVCC Rome Campus Kitchen located in the Plumley complex building.      ROOM 134 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Union Station, 321 Main Street , Utica, NY 13501 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-ED!Free and open to the public. Look for the SNAP-Ed booth by the EBT Machine at the Oneida County Public Market SNAP-Ed will share share tips on how to cut back on sodium. Test your knowledge about how much sodium is in your favorite foods. Test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt and try Jicama. ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed National Nutrition Month® Saturday, March 28, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, 2222 Genesee St , Utica, NY 13502 Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-Ed!Free and open to the public.Look for the SNAP-Ed Booth at Our Lady of Lourdes Health Fair SNAP-Ed will share share tips on how to cut back on sodium. Test your knowledge about how much sodium is in your favorite foods. Test different herbs and spice to add flavor in place of salt and try Jicama. ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Horse Communications Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 No other program in 4-H is more respected than 4-H Public Presentation and Horse Communications. Providing youth the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas is one of the key youth development opportunities that 4-H offers. That being said the fear of public speaking is listed as the number one fear that adults have. This fear can hinder both personal and professional opportunities.Participating youth may advance to the District, State and even National events as they have in the past.On the registration you will be asked to select a time for your presentation. We will do our best to honor your request. However, please understand that we rely upon volunteers to be evaluators and their time is valuable. You may be required to shift your time if there are large gaps in the schedule due to low participation. Presentations are scheduled approximately every 20 minutes or every 10 minutes for Cloverbuds presenting on 3/16 at the CCE Office.This year we are offering several locations and dates for Horse Communications.2/4 at Boonville Elks Club (~6:00pm, not judged, limited slots available)2/11 at CCE in Oriskany (~6:00, not judged, limited slots available)3/21 at CCE in Oriskany 3/28 at Boonville Municipal Commission in BoonvilleRegister Here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/CHC2020_230Follow this link for Horse Communication resources and score sheets: http://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/animal-programs/horses/events-rulebook/ None Lynette Kay, lsk23@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 105 ========================================= Cancelled SNAP-Ed Food Demo at Bargain Grocer Monday, March 30, 2020 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Bargain Grocer, 1110 Lincoln Ave. , Utica, ny 13502 Taste and learn how to make Quinoa Salad featuring March's Harvest of the Month carrots. ========================================= CANCELLED: SNAP-Ed Family Cooking Class Series Thursday, April 2, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440   Join SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kayla Slater for our FREE 6 week family cooking class series Discover affordable and healthy meal ideas that the whole family can enjoy.Learn basic cooking skills.Taste what you make.                RSVP Today!    Please fill out the registration form here or call (315) 736-3394 ext 169         Classes are held at MVCC Rome Campus Kitchen located in the Plumley complex building.      ROOM 134 ========================================= **RE-SCHEDULED for Oct 2020** Grant Proposal Writing Training, Grantsmanship Training Program® Monday, March 30, 2020 8:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Re-Scheduled for Oct. 2020The Grantsmanship Training is re-scheduled until the week of October 26th to the 30th.Grantsmanship Training Program®Are you working to change your community? Will more funding help you create that change? Join generations of social advocates who have achieved success by attending our New York grant proposal writing course. Learn how to get funding for your nonprofit! Whether you’re a Central New York nonprofit or from another region, you’ll learn how to do the research, make a plan, and secure the funding you need.https://www.tgci.com/trainings/oriskany-grantsmanship-training-program-march-2020Is your nonprofit's budget under $750K? https://www.tgci.com/scholarships Linda Wightman, lw343@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 124 ========================================= Medication Administration Training (MAT) Saturday, April 4, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Participants for MAT Classes and Independent Studies must register through the SUNY ECETP MAT System. There is no longer a separate registration for the Child Care Council and SUNY. Click Here to learn about registering through the SUNY ECETP MAT system. Once you have registered, please submit your payment by either1.Calling (315) 223-7850 x 230 with a credit card number to process over the phone OR2.Mailing a check made payable to the Child Care Council for the amount of the class to Richelle Singer 121 Second St Oriskany NY 13424. Please put 'MAT' in the memo line of your check.___________________________________________________________________________________This course is a mandatory component of gaining NYS certification to administer medications to the children in your program. MAT Fee: $125, non-refundable. The independent study MAT course tuition is $80. MAT 3 Skills Demonstration Renewals will be held on Independent Study days. (Funding is available through NYS to cover $100 of the fee. For information on funding, contact SUNY at 800-295-9616 Upcoming dates at CCE Oneida MAT IS- Feb 7th 10am -2pm, Fri at CCEMAT IS- March 10th, Tues 10am -2pm at CCEMAT Classroom- Feb 15th Sat 9am-5pm at CCEMAT Classroom- April 4th Sat 9am-5pm at CCE Class - $125, Independent Study - $80 Mary Anderson, mf688@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 226 ========================================= CANCELLED: Child Care Health & Safety 15hr Course Tuesday, April 7, 2020 9:00 am - 3:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 This training fulfills the mandatory 15 hour Health & Safety training requirement necessary to become a NYS regulated family or group family child care provider. Presented by a NYS certified Health & Safety trainer. You must attend all classes in a session to receive your certificateRegistration Fee: $260To register call 315-223-7850 (ext.222) Tammy Ablang  p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px 'Century Gothic'} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} span.s2 {font: 6.0px 'Century Gothic'; font-kerning: none} span.s3 {text-decoration: underline ; font-kerning: none; color: #0563c1} Registration must also be completed online at www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu (search for trainer: Tammy Ablang) $260 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 222 ========================================= CANCELLED ​Pruning Trees and Shrubs Pop-up Class Wednesday, April 8, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 We hope to be able to reschedule this class, please check back to see if a new date has been added.  Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting a Pop-up Pruning Trees & Shrubs Class  at the Extension Office.The class will be instructed by Mike Mahanna, Master Gardener Volunteer and NYS Certified Arborist.Dress for the weather. The class will cover why we prune deciduous and evergreen trees, pruning principles, tools of the trade, and how to make the right pruning cuts. Class is free of charge. free Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= CANCELLED: Child Care Health & Safety 15hr Course Wednesday, April 8, 2020 9:00 am - 3:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 This training fulfills the mandatory 15 hour Health & Safety training requirement necessary to become a NYS regulated family or group family child care provider. Presented by a NYS certified Health & Safety trainer. You must attend all classes in a session to receive your certificateRegistration Fee: $260To register call 315-223-7850 (ext.222) Tammy Ablang  p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px 'Century Gothic'} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} span.s2 {font: 6.0px 'Century Gothic'; font-kerning: none} span.s3 {text-decoration: underline ; font-kerning: none; color: #0563c1} Registration must also be completed online at www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu (search for trainer: Tammy Ablang) $260 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 222 ========================================= CANCELLED: Child Care Health & Safety 15hr Course Thursday, April 9, 2020 9:00 am - 3:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 This training fulfills the mandatory 15 hour Health & Safety training requirement necessary to become a NYS regulated family or group family child care provider. Presented by a NYS certified Health & Safety trainer. You must attend all classes in a session to receive your certificateRegistration Fee: $260To register call 315-223-7850 (ext.222) Tammy Ablang  p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px 'Century Gothic'} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} span.s2 {font: 6.0px 'Century Gothic'; font-kerning: none} span.s3 {text-decoration: underline ; font-kerning: none; color: #0563c1} Registration must also be completed online at www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu (search for trainer: Tammy Ablang) $260 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 Ext. 222 ========================================= CANCELLED: SNAP-Ed Family Cooking Class Series Thursday, April 9, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440   Join SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kayla Slater for our FREE 6 week family cooking class series Discover affordable and healthy meal ideas that the whole family can enjoy.Learn basic cooking skills.Taste what you make.                RSVP Today!    Please fill out the registration form here or call (315) 736-3394 ext 169         Classes are held at MVCC Rome Campus Kitchen located in the Plumley complex building.      ROOM 134 ========================================= Young Farmers’ Discussion Group: “Get Off the Home Farm” Farm Tour Wednesday, April 15, 2020 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Pugh's Dairy Farm, 3257 State Route 8 , West Winfield, NY 13491 Rick and Josh Pughs’ Dairy Farm 3257 State Route 8 West Winfield, NY  This progressive dairy has recently installed a Biotic ID –Tek Automatic RFID calf feeder and has a low cost, self –constructed parlor worth looking at. Come for the tour, stay for the discussion and networking that follows. Reservations greatly appreciated. Please call 315-736-3394 ext. 132  free Marylynn Collins, mrm7@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 132 ========================================= CANCELLED: SNAP-Ed Family Cooking Class Series Thursday, April 16, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus 1101 Floyd Ave. , Rome, NY 13440   Join SNAP-Ed Nutritionist Kayla Slater for our FREE 6 week family cooking class series Discover affordable and healthy meal ideas that the whole family can enjoy.Learn basic cooking skills.Taste what you make.                RSVP Today!    Please fill out the registration form here or call (315) 736-3394 ext 169         Classes are held at MVCC Rome Campus Kitchen located in the Plumley complex building.      ROOM 134 ========================================= VIRTUAL - Aspiring Farmers Academy Tuesday, April 21, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Who should attend? Prospective or exploring farmers , Startup farms, restrategizing farmers Featuring Whole Farm Planning, Marketing, Business Management, Land Acquisition & Tenure, Sustainable Farming Practices Workshops Are to help farmers make informed farm planning decisions. At the end of each workshop additional resources and Cornell service provider contact information will be provide. Benefiting You Your Family Your Community Cost for all 5 session: $15 individual or $25 for 2 from same farm register at the link below Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, April 22, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, April 29, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= Pyramid Model Training (Preschool Unit 3-6 year olds) Friday, May 1, 2020 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Madison Oneida BOCES , 4937 Spring Rd , Verona, NY 13478 Free for providers working with Madison County Children.  Presented by Colleen Wuest, MO BOCES, Pyramid Model Master Cadre TrainerLunch is included, participants will receive a certificate for each module completed.Monday, March 2, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Module 1: Building Relationships & Creating Supportive Environments Friday, May 1, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies Monday, June 29, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Module 3: Individualized InterventionRegister early! Space is limited to 20 per module. To register, contact: Luann Hollingsworth at Madison-Oneida BOCES lhollingsworth@moboces.org or 315-361-5902. ========================================= Pyramid Model Training (Infant/Toddler Unit 0-3 year olds) Monday, May 4, 2020 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Madison Oneida BOCES , 4937 Spring Rd , Verona, NY 13478 Free for providers working with Madison County children birth to age 5Presented by Ellen Olson Child Care Council of CCE, Pyramid Model Master Cadre TrainerLunch is included. Participants will receive a certificate for each module completed.Tuesday, March 3, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pmModule 1: Social & Emotional Development within the Context of RelationshipsMonday, May 4, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:00 pmModule 2: Responsive Routines, Environments, and Targeted Strategies to Support Social Emotional Development in Infants and ToddlersTuesday, June 30, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pmModule 3: Individualized Intervention with Infants and Toddlers: Determining the Meaning of Behavior and Developing Appropriate ResponsesRegister early! Space is limited to 20 per module.To register, contact: Luann Hollingsworth at Madison-Oneida BOCES lhollingsworth@moboces.org or 315-361-5902. ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, May 6, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, May 13, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= VIRTUAL - Aspiring Farmers Academy Tuesday, May 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Who should attend? Prospective or exploring farmers , Startup farms, restrategizing farmers Featuring Whole Farm Planning, Marketing, Business Management, Land Acquisition & Tenure, Sustainable Farming Practices Workshops Are to help farmers make informed farm planning decisions. At the end of each workshop additional resources and Cornell service provider contact information will be provide. Benefiting You Your Family Your Community Cost for all 5 session: $15 individual or $25 for 2 from same farm register at the link below Bonnie Collins, bsc33@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 104 ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, May 20, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, May 27, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= Farm Fest 2020 Friday, May 29, 2020 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm Brabant Farm, 6166 Happy Valley Road , Verona, NY 13478 Join us at Farm Fest 2020RAIN or SHINE at Brabant Farm 6166 Happy Valley Rd., Verona, NYOneida County Farmers Invite you to join them for some good old fashion fun and festivitiesthe whole family will enjoy.  Visit education booths and displays, come learn about agriculture.  Food will be availableNO PETS, Cash onlyDownload our poster for more details Linda Wightman, lw343@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 124 ========================================= RISE (Retirees in Service to the Environment Wednesday, June 3, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County is seeking adults interested in the new 7 week RISE program  Once a week: April 22nd—June 3rdTrainings will take place on Wednesday mornings.First session will be an all day orientation 9am—3pmThereafter meetings will be from 9am to noon.Meetings will take place at CCE Oneida County AND the Masonic Care.Please see schedule below:April 22 Orientation/Leadership skills 9a to 3p at CCE Oneida County (Lunch included)April 29 at CCE, Soil Health Alicia Luhrssen-Zombek (CCE Staff)May 6 at Masonic Care, Changing Climate Aaron Strong, Environmental @ Hamilton CollegeMay 13 at Masonic Care, Water Quality Dr. Carolyn Rodak, SUNY PolytechMay 20 at Masonic Care, Waste Management Jamie Tuttle, Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste AuthorityMay 27 at Masonic Care, Green Space, Health & Environment with Nancy WellsJune 3 at CCE = Capstone Project*Registration opens March 2nd and is limited on a first come basisRegistration information and details can be found here $35 pp Registration opens March 2nd Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= 24th Annual Herb & Flower Festival Is Saturday, June 13, 2020 9:00 am - 2:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 The 23rd Annual Herb & Flower Festival was held Saturday, June 15, 2019 at the Oneida County Farm & Home Center located at 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NY.  The event was a huge success and the Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners would like to thank all of the volunteers, vendors and those who attended for making it another great year! The Botanical Gardens are a showcase of new gardening ideas from raised beds annuals, perennials, and herbs to the brick garden’s showcase of annuals and vegetable All- America Selections plants. Come and view the pollinator plantings and take a walk on the nature trail as one explores nature. Terri Harrison, tah223@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 168 ========================================= Pyramid Model Training (Preschool Unit 3-6 year olds) Monday, June 29, 2020 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Madison Oneida BOCES , 4937 Spring Rd , Verona, NY 13478 Free for providers working with Madison County Children.  Presented by Colleen Wuest, MO BOCES, Pyramid Model Master Cadre TrainerLunch is included, participants will receive a certificate for each module completed.Monday, March 2, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Module 1: Building Relationships & Creating Supportive Environments Friday, May 1, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Module 2: Social Emotional Teaching Strategies Monday, June 29, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Module 3: Individualized InterventionRegister early! Space is limited to 20 per module. To register, contact: Luann Hollingsworth at Madison-Oneida BOCES lhollingsworth@moboces.org or 315-361-5902. ========================================= Pyramid Model Training (Infant/Toddler Unit 0-3 year olds) Tuesday, June 30, 2020 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Madison Oneida BOCES , 4937 Spring Rd , Verona, NY 13478 Free for providers working with Madison County children birth to age 5Presented by Ellen Olson Child Care Council of CCE, Pyramid Model Master Cadre TrainerLunch is included. Participants will receive a certificate for each module completed.Tuesday, March 3, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pmModule 1: Social & Emotional Development within the Context of RelationshipsMonday, May 4, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:00 pmModule 2: Responsive Routines, Environments, and Targeted Strategies to Support Social Emotional Development in Infants and ToddlersTuesday, June 30, 2020, 8:00 am to 3:30 pmModule 3: Individualized Intervention with Infants and Toddlers: Determining the Meaning of Behavior and Developing Appropriate ResponsesRegister early! Space is limited to 20 per module.To register, contact: Luann Hollingsworth at Madison-Oneida BOCES lhollingsworth@moboces.org or 315-361-5902. ========================================= Edible Foraging, Pop-up Gardening Class Saturday, July 11, 2020 9:00 am - 12:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 Our Master Gardeners and the Agriculture Department will guide participants in the classroom and outside in the CCE gardens and trails on safe and nutritious edibles. Participants will also receive information regarding poisonous plants to avoid while foraging. This is a free class free Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 125 ========================================= Boonville Oneida County Fair Tuesday, July 28, 2020 8:00 am - 7:30 pm Boonville Oneida County Fair, Route 294 , Boonville, NY 13309 Join us for the annual Boonville-Oneida County Fair this year from July 28th to August 2nd!  This years theme is American Flare at our County Fair.  Also fair officials are excited to announce their biggest concert to date set for Saturday, August 1st; featuring Jo Dee Messina and Mark Wills!The Oneida County 4-H Program youth have worked very hard to get their 4-H projects ready for the County Fair.  Come check out some amazing projects in the Exhibit Hall or stop in and watch a 4-H animal show or two.  Check out the fair schedule at http://boonvillefair.com Seniors 60 & over $3, Adults 13 & over $5, 12 and under FREE Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 Ext. 122 ========================================= New York State Fair Wednesday, August 26, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Thursday, August 27, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Friday, August 28, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Saturday, August 29, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Sunday, August 30, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Monday, August 31, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Tuesday, September 1, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Wednesday, September 2, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Thursday, September 3, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Friday, September 4, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Saturday, September 5, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Sunday, September 6, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. ========================================= New York State Fair Monday, September 7, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard , Syracuse, New York 13209 The Great New York State Fair will be back, August 26 - September 7, 2020 Visit the Animal Barns, see the 4-H Livestock shows, browse through the 4-H Youth Building and see the projects that 4-H youth have completed, as well as Technical Exhibits and “Make-N-Take” booths. =========================================