Fire Extinguishing and Safety for Child Care Providers Saturday, June 13, 2026 9:30 am - 11:30 am Rome Fire Hall, 198 N Washington St , Rome, NY 13440 Come to an Amazing hands-on Fire Safety demonstration from the City of Rome Fire Department where you'll learn all of the basics of Fire Safety AND how to use your Fire Extinguishers. Participants at this training will be able to learn about all equipment used in fire safety and be able to put practice to use while extinguishing real fires! We welcome ALL child care providers, legally exempt providers, teachers and staff to attend.Participants will have breakfast available, leave with supplies and an OCFS training certificate. Registration: https://cceoneida.wufoo.com/forms/xgzvgsb0dv02cv/ ========================================= Oneida County Public Market Saturday, June 13, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Oneida County Public Market, Utica Train Station 321 Main St., Utica, NY 13501 Join us at the historic Union Station for Oneida County's only year round Farmers Market. Find local produce, meat, baked goods, artisans and so much more! Carol Watkins, cap49@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x 231 ========================================= 4-H Equine Groundskills/Riding Evaluations Saturday, June 20, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm *For Enrolled Oneida County 4-H Members ONLY*NYS 4-H Policy is that all youth riding or driving in county sponsored events and activities must be evaluated on their riding ability. Any 4-H member who is planning on participating in the County 4-H Horse Show at the Boonville/Oneida County Fair and falls into either of the following categories needs to be evaluated:* Any new 4-H member or Cloverbud* 4-H member moving up a riding level (Walk/Trot to Walk/Trot/Canter, Not an Age Level Ex. Junior to Senior Division)* Any 4-H member using a different horse/pony than previously evaluated on* The riding levels are leadline, Walk/Trot or Walk/Jog, Walk/Trot/Canter or Walk/Jog/Lope* Other evaluation levels include Driving and Ground Skills.If evaluations are unable to be completed at the 4-H Schooling Show alternate arrangements will be made. If evaluations are done at the horse's home barn/location the evaluation will finalized at the County Fair 4-H Horse Shows. This pending status is due to need to show that horse and rider are a safe pair in a show setting away from familiar surroundings. Evaluations will be performed by 3 individuals not including the child's parent/guardian or riding instructor.  Lisa Farney, lb553@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x122 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=EqEvals26_230 ========================================= Oneida County Public Market Saturday, June 20, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Oneida County Public Market, Utica Train Station 321 Main St., Utica, NY 13501 Join us at the historic Union Station for Oneida County's only year round Farmers Market. Find local produce, meat, baked goods, artisans and so much more! Carol Watkins, cap49@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x 231 ========================================= First Day of Summer Sunday, June 21, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm June 21st is the first day of Summer! With the coming heat, it makes this a perfect time to do an Eat Easy How-To all about sipping smarter! Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= Step Into Child Care at MVCC Tuesday, June 23, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Do you love working with children? Join us at MVCC for a free workshop to explore staring a career as a child care provider.  Learn about the steps to become licensed or registered, the support available along the way and the rewarding opportunities in this high-demand field.  This session is perfect for anyone who is looking to get into the field either as a standalone business owner or as staff working in a classroom.  This is a free workshop offered through MVCConnect.  Registration is required for this session, if you're interested, call 315-792-5300 and ask to register to 'Step Into Child Care'Location of workshop alternates between campuses, see below: April 29 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC UticaMay 20 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC Utica - CANCELLEDJune 23 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC UticaJuly 23 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC Utica Free ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Thursday, June 25, 2026 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, NY(with the exception of the two BOD meetings listed below)October 22, 2026 is our Annual Dinner and Stakeholder's Meeting Valentino's Banquet Hall, 3899 Oneida Street, New Harford, NY 13413Reminder that there is a meeting July 30, 2026 at the Boonville FairIt is the Legislative BBQ, for more information call CCE's office. Free Terri Harrison, tah223@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x168 ========================================= Oneida County Public Market Saturday, June 27, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Oneida County Public Market, Utica Train Station 321 Main St., Utica, NY 13501 Join us at the historic Union Station for Oneida County's only year round Farmers Market. Find local produce, meat, baked goods, artisans and so much more! Carol Watkins, cap49@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x 231 ========================================= Pullorum Testing Monday, June 29, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Oneida, 121 Second St , Oriskany, NY 13424 ONLY OFFERED 1 DAY and MANDATORY to have testing done to exhibit at the county or state fair.All poultry that will be shown at county and state fairs need to be Pullorum tested. This is a free test which is conducted by the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. Birds must be at least 4 months (16 WKS) old. Chickens, turkeys, guinea fowl, peacocks, pheasants & quail are eligible. Pigeons and waterfowl are exempt from testing. There will NOT be testing prior to the poultry show at the county fair.Please be sure to bring the results of your Pullorum test with you on the day of the show! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the 4-H office. Casey Holbert, cch244@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x108 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NtjYrVgbpwnihE ========================================= National Picnic Month Wednesday, July 1, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm July is national picnic month, which means it's a great time to complete an Eat Easy How-To reminding you how to effectively use what you have!Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= Garden Open House Wednesday, July 15, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Oneida, 121 Second St , Oriskany, NY 13424 Come and tour the beautiful Parker F. Scripture Botanical Gardens and stay to learn about everything we offer at CCE Oneida. Enjoy FREE activities for all ages including: All America Selections Goodness of Gardening ActivitiesEducational DisplaysHerbal Ice Cream Sandwiches, Bake Sale, and Book SaleChildren's GamesGiveawaysAnd So Much More! We can't wait to see you there! Holly Wise, hlw2@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x125 ========================================= National Grilling Month Thursday, July 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm July is also national grilling month! This means it's a great time to complete an Eat Easy How-To about how to store food, use food, and save both time and money! Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= Step Into Child Care at MVCC Thursday, July 23, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Do you love working with children? Join us at MVCC for a free workshop to explore staring a career as a child care provider.  Learn about the steps to become licensed or registered, the support available along the way and the rewarding opportunities in this high-demand field.  This session is perfect for anyone who is looking to get into the field either as a standalone business owner or as staff working in a classroom.  This is a free workshop offered through MVCConnect.  Registration is required for this session, if you're interested, call 315-792-5300 and ask to register to 'Step Into Child Care'Location of workshop alternates between campuses, see below: April 29 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC UticaMay 20 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC Utica - CANCELLEDJune 23 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC UticaJuly 23 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at MVCC Utica Free ========================================= Stakeholder Forum - In Person & Virtual Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Herkimer College, 100 Reservoir Road , Herkimer, New York 13350 Cornell Cooperative Extension Smart Energy Choices Mohawk Valley is inviting you to a Stakeholder Forum on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Herkimer College –100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY 13350. We invite you to share your experiences, insights, and ideas related to clean energy. What energy challenges are you facing? What opportunities do you think would be beneficial to you? Your input will help us identify what’s working, what needs improvement and how we can better support the communities in our region. Light refreshments will be provided.Those who attend the forum in person and stay for the entirety will be eligible for a gift card. If the attendee is representing a business or organization the gift card will be mailed directly to the business or organization. Those who attend the forum virtually and stay for the entirety will be eligible for a gift card as well.  NYSERDA HUB Mohawk Valley, energyandenv@cornell.edu, 315-736-3394 Ext. 260 Registration: ​https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/MV_StakeholderEngagement-2_230 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Thursday, July 30, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 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, NY(with the exception of the two BOD meetings listed below)October 22, 2026 is our Annual Dinner and Stakeholder's Meeting Valentino's Banquet Hall, 3899 Oneida Street, New Harford, NY 13413Reminder that there is a meeting July 30, 2026 at the Boonville FairIt is the Legislative BBQ, for more information call CCE's office. Free Terri Harrison, tah223@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x168 ========================================= Back to School Month Saturday, August 1, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm August marks back to school month! This means that it's a perfect time to do an Eat Easy How-To all about outsmarting the grocery store and saving money! Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= Boonville Oneida County Fair Tuesday, July 28, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Boonville Oneida County Fair, Route 294 , Boonville, NY 13309 Support Oneida 4-H Youth as they show their animals and art projects at the Fair! CCE Oneida will also have an informational area set up and provide FREE programing throughout the fair.  ========================================= National Wellness Month Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm August also marks national wellness month! Wellness has lots of aspects, but financial wellness is a big one! Luckily, there's an Eat Easy How-To all about finding the biggest savings! Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= National Whole Grains Month Tuesday, September 1, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm September is national whole grains month! There also happens to be an Eat Easy How-To all about getting more from whole grains, which means this is the perfect time to do it! Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= First Day of Fall Tuesday, September 22, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm September 22nd marks the first day of fall! What better way to kick off fall than completing an Eat Easy How-To all about finding balance! Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Thursday, September 24, 2026 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, NY(with the exception of the two BOD meetings listed below)October 22, 2026 is our Annual Dinner and Stakeholder's Meeting Valentino's Banquet Hall, 3899 Oneida Street, New Harford, NY 13413Reminder that there is a meeting July 30, 2026 at the Boonville FairIt is the Legislative BBQ, for more information call CCE's office. Free Terri Harrison, tah223@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x168 ========================================= American Cheese Month Thursday, October 1, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm October is American Cheese Month! What better time to complete an Eat Easy How-To all about staying strong with Dairy!Eat Easy is a free resource for adults who are looking for ways to eat better, stretch SNAP benefits and budgets further, and meet their own goals for feeling their best. It's designed to help New York State residents who are eligible for SNAP benefits access positive, reliable information about nutrition, meal planning, managing resources and more.Each How-To includes: A quick Mindful Moment to help de-stress before diving inShort steps that can include questions, quizzes, games, articles, infographics and videos to keep things interestingAn opportunity to set a goal for the weekA digital certificate of completion when all the steps in a How-To are complete ========================================= 2026 Annual Meeting & Stakeholders Dinner Thursday, October 22, 2026 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Valentino's Banquet Hall, 3899 Oneida Street , New Hartford, New York 13413 Join us for CCE Oneida's 2026 Annual Meeting & Stakeholders Dinner, Thursday, October 22nd—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:Baked Rigatoni, Sausage, Peppers, & Potatoes, Baked Italian Chicken, Greens Maria,Eggplant Parmesan, Salami and Provolone tray, Roasted Peppers, Chef Salad, and rolls.Choose from a variety of sliced cakes for dessert. Free Linda Wimmer, law287@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x100 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Annualmeeting2026-2-2-2-2_230 ========================================= BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Thursday, November 19, 2026 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, NY(with the exception of the two BOD meetings listed below)October 22, 2026 is our Annual Dinner and Stakeholder's Meeting Valentino's Banquet Hall, 3899 Oneida Street, New Harford, NY 13413Reminder that there is a meeting July 30, 2026 at the Boonville FairIt is the Legislative BBQ, for more information call CCE's office. Free Terri Harrison, tah223@cornell.edu, (315) 736-3394 x168 =========================================