2025 Annual Meeting & Stakeholders Dinner Thursday, October 23, 2025 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Valentino's Banquet Hall, 3899 Oneida Street , New Hartford, New York 13413 Join us for CCE Oneida's 2025 Annual Meeting & Stakeholders Dinner—an evening of celebration, connection, and community impact. Registration opens at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner at 6:00 pm. Enjoy a delicious meal, hear inspiring updates about our programs, and network with fellow supporters. Each guest will receive a special gift and be entered to win exciting door prizes throughout the evening. Don't miss this chance to be a part of shaping the future of CCE Oneida!On the menu:Chicken Riggies, Greens Maria, Sausage, Peppers, & Potatoes, Pasta Primavera, Baked Italian Chicken, Roasted Peppers, Salami & Provolone tray, Olives, Chef Salad, fresh baked dinner rolls, tomato pie, garlic pizza, coffee, tea, milk.  (cash bar)   Enjoy an ice cream station for dessert, where you can choose your favorite toppings. Free Linda Wimmer, law287@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x100 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Annualmeeting2025-2-2-2_230 ========================================= 2025 Child Care Council Fall Conference Saturday, October 25, 2025 8:30 am - 3:15 pm Burrstone Inn, 1777 Burrstone Rd , New Hartford, NY 13413 Get ready for a full day of learning, connection, and inspiration at our annual Fall Conference — designed for child care providers who want fresh ideas, practical skills, and meaningful networking opportunities.This year’s sessions include: Inside Play – Take a Hike! with The Risky Play Gurus, Karin Brinkerhoff & McKenna Clark — Explore how to incorporate nature-based and risky play into your program while keeping safety in mind. Learn Leave No Trace principles, hear stories from the field, and discover how to start small but think big with outdoor learning. New and Common Poison Exposures in NYS with Amy Hoffman-James — Gain up-to-date information on the most common poison risks and prevention strategies, including the rise in cannabis-related calls to the Upstate New York Poison Center. Developing Pre-Writing Skills with Emily Rundle — Learn fun, engaging activities that build the essential skills children need to be ready for writing — starting as early as age two. Introduction to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with Lindsey Behr — Understand how early trauma impacts children and explore science-based strategies for creating calm, supportive environments.Whether you’re looking for hands-on activities, updated safety practices, or deeper insight into child development, this conference will equip you with tools you can put into practice immediately.Secure your spot today! $75 Courtney A. Jones, caj88@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 x230 Registration: https://cceoneida.wufoo.com/forms/p1d5umno1uy2qhi/ ========================================= Taste of CNY Saturday, November 1, 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm North Star Orchards, 4741 Route 233 , Westmoreland, NY 13490 Join us for a fun-filled day at Taste of CNY at North Star Orchards in Westmoreland! This free community event brings together local farmers, craft vendors, and the CCE Oneida team for a celebration of local flavor and connection. Stroll through booths featuring fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade items, enjoy live music, and spend a fall day the whole family will love. Alex Harrington, ash273@cornell.edu, (315)736-3394 x255 ========================================= Health & Safety Training for FDC/GFDC Staff Tuesday, November 4, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm CCE Oneida, 121 Second St , Oriskany, NY 13424 Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 x222 ========================================= Exploring Ages & Stages Questionnaires Training Saturday, November 8, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Oneida, 121 Second St , Oriskany, NY 13424 This workshop will explore the Ages and Stages Questionnaire screening tool, how to use it, scoring practices, and the benefits of screening tools in early childhood programs.Participants will earn an OCFS Training Certificate for OCFS 1&3 and CBK 3There is a maximum capacity of 25 registrants for this training, and priority registration will be given to those participating in QSNY.Refreshments included. Registration: https://cceoneida.wufoo.com/forms/p1n9vo1618ciqp3/ ========================================= The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing Training Saturday, November 15, 2025 9:30 am - 11:30 am Canastota Library, 102 W Center St, , Canastota, NY 13032 Are you looking to improve your wellbeing at work? Attend our free training with fellow child care providers to explore the role connection plays in our wellbeing, identify your core values and what matters most to you and so much more! At the end, we'll practice these skills hands-on while making our own self care kits. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.  Free Courtney A. Jones, caj88@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 x230 Registration: https://cceoneida.wufoo.com/forms/p1q4ah3c0dtx5su/ ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Thursday, November 20, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CCE Oneida Farm & Home Center, 121 Second Street , Oriskany, New York 13424 The public is invited to our next Board of Directors Meeting At: CCE Oneida County office 121 Second Street, Oriskany, NYThere is no board meeting for the month of August 2025The Annual Dinner and Board Meeting will be Announced at a later date for October 23, 2025 Free Terri Harrison, tah223@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x168 ========================================= Health & Safety Training for Directors Monday, November 17, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Tammy Ablang, taa24@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 x222 ========================================= The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing Training Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:30 am - 11:30 am Canastota Library, 102 W Center St, , Canastota, NY 13032 Are you looking to improve your wellbeing at work? Attend our free training with fellow child care providers to explore the role connection plays in our wellbeing, identify your core values and what matters most to you and so much more! At the end, we'll practice these skills hands-on while making our own self care kits. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.  Free Courtney A. Jones, caj88@cornell.edu, (315) 223-7850 x230 Registration: https://cceoneida.wufoo.com/forms/p1q4ah3c0dtx5su/ =========================================