2019 NE Pasture Consortium Conference Monday, February 18, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This year the NE Pasture Consortium is having a session on transitioning a confined dairy to a pasture dairy. It will include: Dale Johnson, Principal Agent, Farm Management, Western Maryland Research and Education Center, Keedysville, MD - The economics of grazing systems and the financial tools you need to use to assess the financial condition of your farm during this difficult economic climate of the dairy industry.Farmer Panel:Eric Ziehm, Dairy Farmer, High Meadows of Hoosic LLC, Hoosic, NYDoug Martin, Dairy Farmer, Pleasant Valley Jerseys LLC, Chambersburg, PAThe 2019 annual conference will be held in Grantville, PA at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg- Hershey on February 19 and 20 prior to the PA Forage Conference being held on February 21 at the same location.To make room reservations at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey call (717) 469-0661. The room rate is $99.00 per night, plus taxes and gratuities. Tell them you are with the NE Pasture Consortium. It is very important for those needing a hotel room to make reservations at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey so that we meet our guaranteed number of room rentals.  NOTE: To get the discount room rate, make your reservation by January 18. Reservations received after January 18th will be accepted on a space available basis and at an additional charge.The full conference registration fee for all public sector members attending is $300. This includes the cost of coffee breaks and lunch for each of the two days of the meeting and an evening dinner on February 19. For farmers the rate is $75Register by February 11, 2019 either on-line or by contacting Cheryl Herrick at: cheryl.herrick@uvm.edu or postal address: UVM Center for Sustainable Agriculture, 23 Mansfield Ave., Burlington, VT 05401, or by phone: 802-656-5459. On-line at:https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/?eventid=2550780Other registration options are available for far-mers, and for others opting to attend only a portion Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 2019 NE Pasture Consortium Conference Tuesday, February 19, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This year the NE Pasture Consortium is having a session on transitioning a confined dairy to a pasture dairy. It will include: Dale Johnson, Principal Agent, Farm Management, Western Maryland Research and Education Center, Keedysville, MD - The economics of grazing systems and the financial tools you need to use to assess the financial condition of your farm during this difficult economic climate of the dairy industry.Farmer Panel:Eric Ziehm, Dairy Farmer, High Meadows of Hoosic LLC, Hoosic, NYDoug Martin, Dairy Farmer, Pleasant Valley Jerseys LLC, Chambersburg, PAThe 2019 annual conference will be held in Grantville, PA at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg- Hershey on February 19 and 20 prior to the PA Forage Conference being held on February 21 at the same location.To make room reservations at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey call (717) 469-0661. The room rate is $99.00 per night, plus taxes and gratuities. Tell them you are with the NE Pasture Consortium. It is very important for those needing a hotel room to make reservations at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey so that we meet our guaranteed number of room rentals.  NOTE: To get the discount room rate, make your reservation by January 18. Reservations received after January 18th will be accepted on a space available basis and at an additional charge.The full conference registration fee for all public sector members attending is $300. This includes the cost of coffee breaks and lunch for each of the two days of the meeting and an evening dinner on February 19. For farmers the rate is $75Register by February 11, 2019 either on-line or by contacting Cheryl Herrick at: cheryl.herrick@uvm.edu or postal address: UVM Center for Sustainable Agriculture, 23 Mansfield Ave., Burlington, VT 05401, or by phone: 802-656-5459. On-line at:https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/?eventid=2550780Other registration options are available for far-mers, and for others opting to attend only a portion Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 2019 NE Pasture Consortium Conference Wednesday, February 20, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This year the NE Pasture Consortium is having a session on transitioning a confined dairy to a pasture dairy. It will include: Dale Johnson, Principal Agent, Farm Management, Western Maryland Research and Education Center, Keedysville, MD - The economics of grazing systems and the financial tools you need to use to assess the financial condition of your farm during this difficult economic climate of the dairy industry.Farmer Panel:Eric Ziehm, Dairy Farmer, High Meadows of Hoosic LLC, Hoosic, NYDoug Martin, Dairy Farmer, Pleasant Valley Jerseys LLC, Chambersburg, PAThe 2019 annual conference will be held in Grantville, PA at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg- Hershey on February 19 and 20 prior to the PA Forage Conference being held on February 21 at the same location.To make room reservations at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey call (717) 469-0661. The room rate is $99.00 per night, plus taxes and gratuities. Tell them you are with the NE Pasture Consortium. It is very important for those needing a hotel room to make reservations at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey so that we meet our guaranteed number of room rentals.  NOTE: To get the discount room rate, make your reservation by January 18. Reservations received after January 18th will be accepted on a space available basis and at an additional charge.The full conference registration fee for all public sector members attending is $300. This includes the cost of coffee breaks and lunch for each of the two days of the meeting and an evening dinner on February 19. For farmers the rate is $75Register by February 11, 2019 either on-line or by contacting Cheryl Herrick at: cheryl.herrick@uvm.edu or postal address: UVM Center for Sustainable Agriculture, 23 Mansfield Ave., Burlington, VT 05401, or by phone: 802-656-5459. On-line at:https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/?eventid=2550780Other registration options are available for far-mers, and for others opting to attend only a portion Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Starting Your Vegetable Garden Wednesday, February 20, 2019 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Steele Memorial Libray (101 E Church St Elmira, NY 14902) Starting a vegetable garden at home is a great way to spend time with children or spend time outdoors in the sun. Planting a garden with vegetables also rewards you with nutritious fresh vegetables, enjoyment and economic savings. Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County to learn how to start a vegetable garden. No space? Don’t worry! We will also talk about square foot gardening, vertical gardens, container gardening, etc.Speaker: Jingjing Yin, Horticulture Educator at CCE ChemungPlace: Steele Memorial Library (IT room)Address: 101 E Church St., Elmira, NY Workshop fee: Free, but a $3 suggested donation helps support our Horticulture program.Please register with Chemung CCE at 607-734-4453, or jy578@cornell.edu. Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Skillathon Practice Sessions Wednesday, February 20, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Steuben County Office Building (3 East Pulteney Square Bath, New York 14810) The 4-H Livestock Skillathon Practice Sessions will be held Wednesday, February 20 at 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Steuben County Office Building, 3 East Pulteney Square, Bath, upstairs in the South Conference Room.Please RSVP to Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or 607-664-2571by Monday, February 11 so that your name will be on the list with the guard at the Steuben County Office Building and so that Teresa Chapman can plan for how many will be attending. Adults will need to bring photo ID such as a driver’s license.  Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= ​Diversity of Macrofungi in New York Thursday, February 21, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Chemung (425 Pennsylvania Ave Elmira, New York 14904) There’s more to mushrooms than what you can find in the supermarket! Our state’s forests are filled with incredible fungi of seemingly every shape, color, and ability. Come learn about fungi that turn wood blue, mushrooms that can glow in the dark, and even some that “farm” aphids! We’ll talk a bit about our ever-evolving understanding of these amazing organisms and the astounding diversity right here in our region’s backyard.Speaker Bios:John Kurtz and Gillian Trimber grow shiitake mushrooms at Trimber Forest Farm here in Chemung County. Gillian studied Plant Science as well as Viticulture and Enology (grape and wine production) at Cornell University and has worked as an agricultural educator for several years. This summer, she’ll be teaching Botany for Gardeners at Corning Community College. John studied Botany and Freshwater Ecology at Western Illinois University. In addition to running their farm, both enjoy foraging for mushrooms in the woods. Class Information:This class is going to be held in Room 110 at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County (425 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira, NY 14904).There is a $5 per person suggested donation. Pre-registration is recommended in order to ensure enough seats, handouts, and refreshments. For more information and to register, please contact Shona Ort at 607-734-4453 ext. 227 or sbo6@cornell.edu. Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Taste FLXpo Friday, February 22, 2019 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Corning Community College (1 Academic Drive Corning, New York 14830) The Taste FLXpo presented by Finger Lakes Farm Country is a local food and beverage festival open to the public which includes samples of local grown food, wine, and craft beverages, food trucks, and a farmer’s market where guests can purchase locally sourced products. The Taste FLXpo will feature local farmers, chefs stations featuring prepared samples, and beverage producers inside the Corning Community College Commons Building.Find out more here. Purchase tickets now!Admission is $5/person if purchased by February 16 or $10/person after February 16 and at the door. Ticket price includes admission to Taste FLXpo, free tastings, and a Taste FLXpo swag bag.Presented by: Finger Lakes Farm CountryCornell Cooperative Extension offices of Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, and Yates countiesSteuben County Conference and Visitors BureauWatkins Glen Chamber of CommerceChemung County Chamber of CommerceTioga County Chamber of CommerceYates County Chamber of Commerce Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Exploring Agritourism Series Saturday, February 23, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Are you an existing farm or business looking to expand in a new direction? If so, have you ever considered agritourism as an option? We would love to help you explore this further and invite you to join us for one (or all three) of the workshops listed below. Each workshop will feature a panel of successful farms, businesses, and professionals from the region involved in agritourism. They will be answering a selection of questions on being visitor ready, liability, marketing, and facilitating one time annual events. So, come ready to learn from our guest speakers and ask any questions you may have in regards to agritourism. Details and registration information are listed below. Cost is free of charge, but pre-registration is requested.Steuben, Schuyler, and Chemung County RegionDate: Saturday February 23, 2019Time: 9 am to 12pmLocation: Southeast Steuben County Library 300 Nasser Civic Center, Corning, NY 14830Contact: Ariel Kirk, CCE Steuben PH: 607-664-2574 Email: adk39@cornell.eduTO REGISTER: Call 607-664-2300 or email Bambi CaronChemung and Tioga County RegionDate: Saturday March 2, 2019 Time: 9:15 am to 12 pm Location: Waverly Village Hall 32 Ithaca Street, Waverly, NY 14892Contact: Shona Ort, CCE Chemung PH: 607-734-4453 Email: sbo6@cornell.eduSchuyler and Yates RegionDate: TBDTime: TBDLocation: Anthony Road Wine Company (tentative) 1020 Anthony Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527 Contact: Caroline Boutard-Hunt, CCE Yates PH: 315-536-5123 Email: cb239@cornell.edu Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, February 25, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Spotted Lanternfly Basics Tuesday, February 26, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am In conjunction with the New York State IPM Program and the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the Northeastern IPM Center will host a collection of webinars, titled "Spotted Lanternfly Basics."Each webinar will focus on, and be tailored to, a specific commodity group: Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Hops, Berry, and Vegetable Growers (Feb. 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Grape and Apple Industries (Feb. 26, 2019, 1:00 p.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Christmas Tree Growers (Mar. 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Nursery, Greenhouse, and Landscape Industries (Mar. 4, 2019, 1:00 p.m.)All webinars will follow a similar format that covers spotted lanternfly biology, identification, and hosts, monitoring and management strategies, and a regulatory update. While the content may be relevant to audiences throughout the Northeast, management practices covered will be specific to New York. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions.For more information and registration links, go to:http://neipmc.org/go/mYey Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Get Your Foot in the Door and Start Investing Tuesday, February 26, 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CCE-Steuben (Steuben County Office Building Annex 20 E.Morris St Bath, New York 14810) Lunch & Learn: Get Your Foot in the Door and Start Investing with Amy Irvine of Irvine Wealth Planning StrategiesNoon – 1:00 pm either at the CCE-Steuben office or on your computer at https://zoom.us/j/823294081. Learn how to get started with as little as $20 a month Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Spotted Lanternfly Basics Tuesday, February 26, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm In conjunction with the New York State IPM Program and the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the Northeastern IPM Center will host a collection of webinars, titled "Spotted Lanternfly Basics."Each webinar will focus on, and be tailored to, a specific commodity group: Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Hops, Berry, and Vegetable Growers (Feb. 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Grape and Apple Industries (Feb. 26, 2019, 1:00 p.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Christmas Tree Growers (Mar. 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Nursery, Greenhouse, and Landscape Industries (Mar. 4, 2019, 1:00 p.m.)All webinars will follow a similar format that covers spotted lanternfly biology, identification, and hosts, monitoring and management strategies, and a regulatory update. While the content may be relevant to audiences throughout the Northeast, management practices covered will be specific to New York. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions.For more information and registration links, go to:http://neipmc.org/go/mYey Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Five Critical Estate Documents Workshop Tuesday, February 26, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 20 East Morris Street Bath, New York 14810 Do you have the Five Critical Estate Planning Documents...and five more you may want to consider? Is your estate plan a comprehensive estate plan which includes all of the five critical documents? Do you know what could happen if you don’t have one or more of these documents in place?Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County is offering a free workshop to answer these questions: Patrick Roth, Elder Law Attorney, CPA from Corning, will lead both workshops and discuss such topics as:What can happen if you never get around to completing your plan?What do each of these documents do and what happens if you don’t have them.Learn how to prevent disaster from striking you and your loved ones.The workshop is free, but registration is required. Please call Cornell Cooperative Extension at 607-664-2300 to reserve a space. Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Farmers Market Community Meetings Tuesday, February 26, 2019 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Gaffer District Conference Room (114 Pine Street Corning, New York 14830) Join us for a Farmers' Market Community Meeting hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension. The goal of this meeting is to create and/or strengthen relationships among individuals and groups that support farmers' markets. Growers, community organizations, market managers, and enthusiastic community members are encouraged to attend!At this meeting we will: Briefly review programs and services that support farmers' markets, including SNAP, FMNP, and other creative local efforts.Get to know the individuals and agencies who work with or at farmers' markets in the community.Identity some opportunities for markets to be stronger. Please attend both meetings in the set as they build from each other.For the Corning area: Meeting #1 Tuesday, February 26 4-7 pm at the Gaffer District, 114 Pine St., CorningMeeting #2 Tuesday, March 12 4-7 pm at the Centerway ExecuCenter, 5 East Market St., CorningPLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or steuben@cornell.edu by Friday, February 22Feel free to extend this invitation to othersFor Bath and Hornell areas: Meeting #1 Tuesday, March 19, 4-7 pm at the new County Office Building Annex COnference Rooms, second floor, 20 E. Morris St., BathMeeting #2 Tuesday March 26 4-7 pm, same location.PLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or adk39@cornell.edu by Friday March 15Feel free to extend this invitation to others Larkin Podsiedlik, llp36@cornell.edu, 607-664-2301 ========================================= Upcoming Agriculture Workshops Tuesday, February 26, 2019 12:30 am - 11:45 pm CCE-Chatauqua has several events coming up in February to share: LEAF Workshops that include: Old Fashioned Soap Making (2/9), Keeping Long Term Hay Field Productive (2/26 – Pesticide Credits Pending). More info available by visiting www.cce.cornell.edu/chautauqua/leaf2019 - we are currently scheduling 10+ additional workshops – keep an eye in your email/facebook/our website as they come available. WNY Tick Awareness Forums: our local event will be on Saturday, February 16 th at our office from 1-3pm (http://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/events/2019/01/24/wny-tick-awareness-forum) Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Saving for the Unexpected: Twitter Chat Wednesday, February 27, 2019 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Download Twitter Chat Flyer mmm Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate? Wednesday, February 27, 2019 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Wayland Library (101 West Naples Street Wayland, New York 14572) There are many approaches when dividing emotionally valued assets after a loved one dies. Sometimes the process can cause a huge rift between family members at just the time they need each other the most! Don't think this could happen to your family?Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County is offering a free workshop to help guide your family in planning ahead, so it does not happen to you! Who Gets Grandma' Yellow Pie Plate explores the sensitivity of how to pass on personal possessions with Cooperative Extension's Financial Management Educator Nancy Reigelsperger. Whether planning ahead or making decisions when a loved one dies, the class workbook will help you and your family recognize the sensitivity of the issue, determine what you want to accomplish, decide what's fair for your family, understand how belongings have different meanings to different individuals, consider distribution options and consequences, and help you to agree to manage conflicts if they arise.Some of the topics Reigelsperger will cover include key factors for successful non titled property transfer, determining what "fair" means, and identifying special objects and sharing stories about their history. To register a space in this workshop or for more information contact 607-664-2300. ========================================= Conquer Your Student Loans Thursday, February 28, 2019 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch & Learn: Conquer Your Student Loans – Repayment Options and More! with Amy Irvine of Irvine Wealth Planning StrategiesNoon – 1:00 pm either at the CCE-Steuben office or on your computer at https://zoom.us/j/574254393. Learn the different types of students loans and rules for public student loan forgiveness! Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Manure Applicator Training Thursday, February 28, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Civil Defense Center (7220 State Route 54 Bath, NY 14810) Manure Applicator TrainingDEC Approved Training for CAFO Farms Thursday, February 28, 2019 Two Sites!9:00 – 11:00 AM Wyoming County Ag Business Center 36 Center St., Rm. LC1 Warsaw, NY 14569 1:00 – 3:00 PM Civil Defense Building 7220 State Rt. 54 Bath, NY 14810This informational meeting is for all farm owners, family members, and employees who manage their farm’s manure. All farms, regardless of size are encouraged to attend. This is a DEC approved Manure Applicator Training that is required for CAFO farms. A certificate will be provided to each farm that participates in the meeting. Karl Czymmek, Senior Extension Associate with Cornell PRO-DAIRY will present this manure applicator training program. Topics to be discussed will include: Water quality concernsManaging under various manure spreading conditions (winter, wet and High risk conditions)Manure storage, transfer, hauling and spillsManaging under Karst conditions (sinkholes, springs, underground rapidly moving drainage systems)Manure application record keeping6 Rules for CAFO farms.To accurately plan for meeting handouts and refreshments, please RSVP with names of individuals planning to attend by contacting Lisa Aures, Ag Admin. Assist. at 585-786-2251 (lma96@cornell.edu) or CCE Steuben County Main Office 607-664-2300 by Friday, February 22, 2019. This educational program is being organized by Cornell Cooperative Extension – Harvest NY and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County in cooperation with WNY Crop Management and Cornell PRO-DAIRY. Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Grocery Store Tour Thursday, February 28, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Cooking Matters at the Store 10:00am – 3:00 pm at Walmart, 3217 Silverback Lane, Painted Post. Look for us in the produce department. Families who take the tour will get $10 in free groceries! Come learn how to get the most nutrition for your food dollar! Jonathan Sterlace, jss88@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2570 ========================================= Let's Talk Credit Thursday, February 28, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 20 East Morris Street Bath, New York 14810 How can we protect our personal finances when the world's economy seems out of control? Are you spending tomorrow's dollars today?CCE-Steuben can help in their free workshop. Learn how to prioritize bills when money is tight, how to use credit instead of cash, how to understand your credit report, the fine print and the minimum payment, and be aware of identity theft. A few tips can help you get back on track!The class is free, but registration is requested. Call CCE-Steuben at 607-664-2300 by April 25 to register. Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Mental Health First Aid Trainings Thursday, February 28, 2019 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Mental Health First Aid Trainings Available for New York’s Agricultural CommunityNY FarmNet is partnering with Cornell Cooperative Extension to bring Mental Health First Aid training to the agricultural community in four locations across the state. This is a chance for field representatives, agricultural professionals, farm neighbors, and agency staff to learn how to start a conversation with someone who seems to be reaching out for help. As this period of low commodity prices has stretched on, those working directly with farmers are also experiencing high levels of stress. Many agricultural service providers may want additional training and information to help their co-workers, neighbors, and farmers they work with.Mental Health First Aid is a public education program that introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental illness, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common supports. This 8-hour course uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to offer initial help in a mental health crisis and connect persons to the appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care. The program also teaches the common risk factors and warning signs of specific types of illnesses, like anxiety, depression, substance use, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and schizophrenia.Trainings are set for:January 17 from 8:30 am – 5 pm at the Agriculture and Business Center 36 Center Street in Warsaw. The training cost is $25 per person including lunch and a manual. Register today either on-line at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/MentalHealthFirstAidTraining_10508or by contacting Lisa Aures at Cornell Cooperative Extension, lma96@cornell.edu or 585-786-2251, ext. 123. For questions about the training please reach out to the Wyoming County Mental Health Department at 585-786-8871.February 1 from 8:30 – 5 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County Offices in Morrisville. The training cost is $50 per person, which covers materials and lunch. Register online at: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=mentalhealthfirstaid_225February 4 from 8:30 – 5 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Albany County Offices in Voorheesville in partnership with the Capital Area Agricultural and Horticultural Program. The training cost is $50 per person, which covers materials and lunch. Registration information is forthcomingFebruary 28 from 8:30 am – 5 pm at SUNY Potsdam in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County. Registration information is forthcomingContact Kate Downes at kdownes@cornell.edu with any questions regarding the four trainings. Additional information on the trianings is available at: https://www.nyfarmnet.org/NY FarmNet is based in the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, and the College of Agriuclture and Life Sciences and the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University through a network of personal and financial consultants, NY FarmNet works on the farm with farm families to address business viability, behavioral health, communication, and farm succession planning. Cornell Cooperative Extension puts knowledge to work in pursuit of economic vitality, ecological sustainability and social well-being across New York State. Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Making the Most of Social Security Thursday, February 28, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Southeast Steuben County Library (300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza Corning, New York 14830) One of the most important decisions you need to make before you retire is when to claim Social Security benefits . About 40% of retirees apply for Social Security as soon as they become eligible at age 62. 1 By doing so, they may significantly and permanently reduce the benefits that they—and possibly their spouses—could receive over a lifetime. Whether you are single, married, divorced, or widowed, there may be ways to maximize the lifetime Social Security benefits you receive. Join us for an educational workshop where we’ll focus on Social Security, plus a lot more. 1Source: Social Security Administration, 2015 All attendees eligible for a complimentary  Social Security analysis—including your guests! Cornell University, Steuben County, United Way and any related businesses, employees, and etc with them are independent of and not affiliated with nor endorsed by H&H Financial Group or its staff, nor NYLIFE Securities LLC or any affiliates. This is an educational and informational insurance sales seminar offered by H&H Financial Group at no cost. Neither H&H Financial Group, its staff nor NYLIFE Securities LLC or its agents/affiliates provide tax, legal or accounting advice. Please consult your own professionals for tax, legal or accounting advice. H&H Financial Group is not owned or operated by NYLIFE Securities LLC or its affiliates. Kyle Herrington, Manda Lewis, Luke Herrington, Colton Herrington, Scott Hurlbut, & Rordan Hart Registered Representatives of & offering securities through NYLIFE Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, A Licensed Insurance Agency; 375 Woodcliff Drive, Fairport, NY 14450; (585) 248-6700. Financial Advisors offering Investment Advisory Services through Eagle Strategies LLC, A Registered Investment Advisor. Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Exploring Agritourism Series Saturday, March 2, 2019 9:15 am - 12:00 pm Are you an existing farm or business looking to expand in a new direction? If so, have you ever considered agritourism as an option? We would love to help you explore this further and invite you to join us for one (or all three) of the workshops listed below. Each workshop will feature a panel of successful farms, businesses, and professionals from the region involved in agritourism. They will be answering a selection of questions on being visitor ready, liability, marketing, and facilitating one time annual events. So, come ready to learn from our guest speakers and ask any questions you may have in regards to agritourism. Details and registration information are listed below. Cost is free of charge, but pre-registration is requested.Steuben, Schuyler, and Chemung County RegionDate: Saturday February 23, 2019Time: 9 am to 12pmLocation: Southeast Steuben County Library 300 Nasser Civic Center, Corning, NY 14830Contact: Ariel Kirk, CCE Steuben PH: 607-664-2574 Email: adk39@cornell.eduTO REGISTER: Call 607-664-2300 or email Bambi CaronChemung and Tioga County RegionDate: Saturday March 2, 2019 Time: 9:15 am to 12 pm Location: Waverly Village Hall 32 Ithaca Street, Waverly, NY 14892Contact: Shona Ort, CCE Chemung PH: 607-734-4453 Email: sbo6@cornell.eduSchuyler and Yates RegionDate: TBDTime: TBDLocation: Anthony Road Wine Company (tentative) 1020 Anthony Rd, Penn Yan, NY 14527 Contact: Caroline Boutard-Hunt, CCE Yates PH: 315-536-5123 Email: cb239@cornell.edu Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Finger Lakes District Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest Saturday, March 2, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Midlakes School (1490 State Route 488 Clifton Springs, New York 14432) Tentatively Saturday, March 2 Finger Lakes District Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest, at Midlakes SchoolThe Finger Lakes District will send a junior and a senior team to the state competition at Cornell University on April 27th. These teams will be composed of the top four individuals with the 5th place as the alternate in each division. 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl National competition, in Louisville, KY in November 2019, will be selected from the top individuals in the Sr. Division at the state contest. Note: 4-H members will need to be 15-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 to be eligible for the NYS 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Team.Youth and adult volunteers interested in participating please contact Kim at 607-664-2571 or at ksb3@cornell.edu if you have not already done so.The primary objective of 4-H Dairy Bowl Contests is to provide an opportunity for youth, 8-18 years old as of 1/1/19, to demonstrate their knowledge of dairy related subject matter in a competitive setting where attitudes of friendliness and fairness prevail. You don’t have to own dairy cattle to participate in dairy quiz bowl. It is also hoped that these contest will prove to be an educational experience for both participants and spectators. The Dairy Bowl Program is designed to encourage youth to increase their dairy knowledge through study and preparation for the contest. Youth learn life skills as they prepare for contests - critical thinking, decision-making, problem solving, communication skills, listening skills, speaking skills and independent thinking. They experience the value of teamwork, character building, and goal setting. Youth gain knowledge in dairy nutrition, milk quality, herd health, breeding and genetics, marketing, dairy foods, calf raising and all cattle breeds. Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Regional II Horse Extravaganza Saturday, March 2, 2019 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Midlakes School (1490 State Route 488 Clifton Springs, New York 14432) Our next practice will be held February 10th. time/location TBD. If you'd like to attend or be contacted when more information becomes available, please contact Jenny – jmg422@cornell.edu or 607-664-2576.Regional II Horse Extravaganza contest will be March 2nd at MIdlakes school. Youth can participate in both hippology and horsebowl contests OR just one if they prefer. Youth do NOT have to attend county practices (although we encourage it!) to participate at the Regional contest. This is a fun-filled horse focused day with youth from around the district learning and testing their horse knowledge. Registrations for this event are due back to CCE on February 8th.Horse Bowl – is a fast-paced, fun, horse knowledge competition that uses buzzers and can be more easily compared to game show Jeopardy. There’s a wide range of topics covered including: basic grooming, genetics, tack and equipment, riding, stable management, breeds, history, etc.! Contestants are split by age/experience levels: Novice – 8 & 9 years old OR 1st year up to 14; Junior – 10-13 years of age; Senior – 14 and up. Juniors and Seniors are eligible for the State Competition if they receive qualifying scores at the Regional Contest. County practices will be set up if there is enough so PLEASE contact Jenny at the 4-H Office if you’d like to participate! Hippology – is a slightly slower paced, hands-on horse knowledge competition where youth rotate through various stations. These stations include: slides, written test, horse judging, tack ID, breeds, nutrition, parasites, confirmation, and team problem (JR/SR only). The levels for this competition are the same as Horse Bowl: Novice – 8 & 9 years old OR 1st year up to 14; Junior – 10-13 years of age; Senior – 14 and up. Juniors and Seniors are eligible for the State Competition if they receive qualifying scores at the Regional. County practices will be set up if there is enough so PLEASE contact Jenny at the 4-H Office if you’d like to participate! Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Spotted Lanternfly Basics Monday, March 4, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am In conjunction with the New York State IPM Program and the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the Northeastern IPM Center will host a collection of webinars, titled "Spotted Lanternfly Basics."Each webinar will focus on, and be tailored to, a specific commodity group: Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Hops, Berry, and Vegetable Growers (Feb. 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Grape and Apple Industries (Feb. 26, 2019, 1:00 p.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Christmas Tree Growers (Mar. 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Nursery, Greenhouse, and Landscape Industries (Mar. 4, 2019, 1:00 p.m.)All webinars will follow a similar format that covers spotted lanternfly biology, identification, and hosts, monitoring and management strategies, and a regulatory update. While the content may be relevant to audiences throughout the Northeast, management practices covered will be specific to New York. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions.For more information and registration links, go to:http://neipmc.org/go/mYey Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Spotted Lanternfly Basics Monday, March 4, 2019 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm In conjunction with the New York State IPM Program and the Department of Agriculture and Markets, the Northeastern IPM Center will host a collection of webinars, titled "Spotted Lanternfly Basics."Each webinar will focus on, and be tailored to, a specific commodity group: Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Hops, Berry, and Vegetable Growers (Feb. 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Grape and Apple Industries (Feb. 26, 2019, 1:00 p.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Christmas Tree Growers (Mar. 4, 2019, 10:00 a.m.) Spotted Lanternfly Basics for Nursery, Greenhouse, and Landscape Industries (Mar. 4, 2019, 1:00 p.m.)All webinars will follow a similar format that covers spotted lanternfly biology, identification, and hosts, monitoring and management strategies, and a regulatory update. While the content may be relevant to audiences throughout the Northeast, management practices covered will be specific to New York. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions.For more information and registration links, go to:http://neipmc.org/go/mYey Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, March 4, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Designing a Safe and Sanitizable Packing Line Wednesday, March 6, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Hunt Country Vineyards (4021 Italy Hill Road Branchport, New York 14418) Join Robert Hadad (Cornell Vegetable Program) to learn about how to design a packing line that fits your budget and maximizes efficiency and food safety.The workshop will cover: What you need to take into account when designing your line. Modify an existing system to increase food safety and efficiency. Robert will also discuss how packing line and packing house design fits in with the new Food Safety Modernization Act requirements.For more information or to register, please call 315-536-5123 or visit us online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/packinglineworkshop_2...Pre-registration by March 1st is REQUIRED, as space is limited!Cost: $5 per person, $10 per farm Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Steuben County Crop Symposium Saturday, March 9, 2019 8:45 am - 1:30 pm Civil Defense Center (7220 State Route 54 Bath, NY 14810) 9:00 – 1:309:00 – Registration9:30-10:30 – Regulatory Updates Related to the Federal Worker Protection StandardChristopher Wainwright, DEC Pesticide Control SpecialistUpdates regarding the WPS created to protect employees in agribusiness fields, including farms, forests, nurseries, and greenhouses from work related exposure to agricultural pesticides.10:30-11:30 – Alfalfa Grass Mixtures and Management in New York StateJerry Cherney, Cornell Soil and Crop Sciences, School of Integrated Plant ScienceThe vast majority of alfalfa acreage in NY is sown with a perennial grass. Until recently, there has been very little research on grass species selection or management of mixtures. We do not know what the optimum percentage of grass should be in mixtures, and it is unclear how consistent grass percentage is across species, varieties, and environments. We also are not sure how well the new reduced lignin alfalfa varieties fit with alfalfa-grass mixtures, particularly the Round-Up Ready varieties.Round-Up Ready varieties may result in less herbicide cost to the farmer. The 2018 alfalfa-grass research trials will be discussed, along with current alfalfa-grass management recommendations. 11:30-12:30 – Overview of 2018 Corn and Soybean SeasonsHenry Kelsey, WNY Crop Management AssociationOverview of the 2018 season with an update on the most common corn and soybean insect and disease pests. Pest identification, biology, and best management practices will be discussed. 12:30-1:30 – LunchPlease register for by Friday, March 1st.Don’t forget to bring your pesticide ID cards to the event. Pesticide credits pending. $15 Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Money As You Grow Bookshelf Monday, March 11, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Dormann Library (101 West Morris Street Bath, New York 14810) Many parents and caregivers are eager to build a good financial literacy foundation for their kids, but might not feel they have enough time, tools, and confidence. Fortunately, many of the building blocks for financial well-being – like patience, planning, and problem-solving – don't require a lot of financial know-how. The Money as You Grow book club is a family financial education program that uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks.FREESix-session programMarch 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 223:30-5:00 p.m.Dormann Library101 West Morris StreetBath, NYAttendance at all six sessions is requested.Call Tara at 607-776-4613 or email her here Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Monday, March 11, 2019 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE-Broome (840 Upper Front St Binghamton, New York 13905) Are you a farmer interested in produce safety? Are your markets asking for food safety plans or third party verification? Do you want to understand produce safety issues as they relate to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Food Safety Ryle, third party audits and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs)? Participation in this training will give you the tools to create an on-farm food safety plan and complete one of the requirements of either FSMA OR the New York State Grown and Certified branding program. We will also discuss potential funding streams to make infrastructure upgrades to your farm related to food safety! Cost starts at $100 per farm and includes 2 registrations, all meals, manual and AFDO certificate.. 2 DEC credits available 1a, 10, 22, and 23. Register here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, March 11, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Tuesday, March 12, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CCE-Broome (840 Upper Front St Binghamton, New York 13905) Are you a farmer interested in produce safety? Are your markets asking for food safety plans or third party verification? Do you want to understand produce safety issues as they relate to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Food Safety Ryle, third party audits and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs)? Participation in this training will give you the tools to create an on-farm food safety plan and complete one of the requirements of either FSMA OR the New York State Grown and Certified branding program. We will also discuss potential funding streams to make infrastructure upgrades to your farm related to food safety! Cost starts at $100 per farm and includes 2 registrations, all meals, manual and AFDO certificate.. 2 DEC credits available 1a, 10, 22, and 23. Register here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Farmers Market Community Meetings Tuesday, March 12, 2019 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Gaffer District Conference Room (114 Pine Street Corning, New York 14830) Join us for a Farmers' Market Community Meeting hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension. The goal of this meeting is to create and/or strengthen relationships among individuals and groups that support farmers' markets. Growers, community organizations, market managers, and enthusiastic community members are encouraged to attend!At this meeting we will: Briefly review programs and services that support farmers' markets, including SNAP, FMNP, and other creative local efforts.Get to know the individuals and agencies who work with or at farmers' markets in the community.Identity some opportunities for markets to be stronger. Please attend both meetings in the set as they build from each other.For the Corning area: Meeting #1 Tuesday, February 26 4-7 pm at the Gaffer District, 114 Pine St., CorningMeeting #2 Tuesday, March 12 4-7 pm at the Centerway ExecuCenter, 5 East Market St., CorningPLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or steuben@cornell.edu by Friday, February 22Feel free to extend this invitation to othersFor Bath and Hornell areas: Meeting #1 Tuesday, March 19, 4-7 pm at the new County Office Building Annex COnference Rooms, second floor, 20 E. Morris St., BathMeeting #2 Tuesday March 26 4-7 pm, same location.PLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or adk39@cornell.edu by Friday March 15Feel free to extend this invitation to others Larkin Podsiedlik, llp36@cornell.edu, 607-664-2301 ========================================= Cornell Equine Seminar Series Tuesday, March 12, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 146 Morrison Hall Ithaca, New York 14853 SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH Come learn about equine health and management topics from Cornell’s equine experts!January 8, 2019 Dr. Mariana Diel de Amorim - Cornell Reproductive Medicine Specialist What to expect when you are expecting- caring for your pregnant mare and foal February 12, 2019 Cornell Equine Vets and Staff *Location: Cornell University Equine Hospital 930 Campus Rd. Ithaca NY 14853 Cornell University Equine Hospital tour! Stations featuring intensive care unit, dentistry, endoscopy, neonatal ICU, and more!!! March 12, 2019 Dr. Sabine Mann – Cornell Ambulatory and Production Medicine Veterinarian It’s that time of year again: 3-way, 4-way, which way to go with vaccines for my horse April 9, 2019 Dr. Linda Mittel – Cornell Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences Equine parasites – the myths and the facts May 14, 2019 Drs. Katherine Houpt and Kate Anderson – Cornell Animal Behavior Specialists Equine Behavior 101: What do our horses whisper to us?*Seminars MAY be available through on-line streaming. Please contact Jenny (jmg422@cornell.edu or 607-664-2576) if you are specifically interested in any topics listed and we host a viewing at the CCE Office Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Baskets to Pallets Thursday, March 14, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Ensure your success by joining us for 'Baskets to Pallets', a comprehensive two-day introduction to selling wholesale.Are you looking to diversify sales beyond the farmers market, CSA and farm stand? Food hubs, grocery stores, schools and cooperatives are looking for your products to meet growing consumer demand for locally produced food. Yet, doing successful business with wholesale buyers requires planning and preparation.Irondequoit Conference Center, Rochester NYSomething for everyone...The 'Baskets to Pallets' course is designed for farmers of all enterprises and will cover building relationships with buyers, customer management and record keeping, pricing, grading and packaging, uniformity and consistency, and food safety, among many other topics! This fun course includes plenty of hands-on activities and opportunities for peer learning and small group discussion. New! Choose the most useful sessions...Day 2 offers all-day break-out sessions so you can choose which topics are most suitable for your business needs.Cost: $35.00 per person for the entire Training. Includes breakfast refreshments and a delicious locally sourced lunch each day. NYS Military Veterans are eligible for up to $200 reimbursement for this event to cover registration & travel expenses. Contact Dean Koyanagi at (607) 255-9911 for details. Space is limited to 40 participants and early registration is encouraged.http://smallfarms.cornell.edu/projects/wholesale/ Ainsley Robbins, ar935@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= NYS Dry Bean Growers Meeting Friday, March 15, 2019 8:30 am - 12:30 pm New York State Agricultural Experiment Station (Food Research Lab Conference Room 665 W. North St. Geneva, New York 14456) The 2019 NYS Dry Bean Growers Meeting and Variety Evaluation will be held Friday, March 15, from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm, at Cornell AgriTech at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, Food Research Lab Conference Room, 665 W. North St., Geneva, NY 14456.Join us for updates on dry bean production and marketing, Western bean cutworm activity, white mold management, breeding, varieties, and the use of dry beans in school lunches. We will also review research priorities and gather suggestions for future educational programs. The second half of the program will feature evaluation of the Cornell dry bean variety trial with 56 dry bean cultivars that were canned by Furmano Foods on display for taste and visual appearance. DEC and CCA credits have been applied for.Space is limited and pre-registration is required by March 12th. Cost is $10 per person and includes lunch.For more information and to register on-line by credit card, Go to Events at: http://cvp.cce.cornell.edu. Or, call Julie Kikkert at 585-394-3977 x404 to reserve a spot and pay with cash or check at the door.The Food Research Lab is located at the corner of W. North St. and Pre-Emption Rd. From Pre-Emption Rd., enter on Collier Drive, park along Collier Drive or in the rear parking lot and use the Pilot Plant entrance. Look for signs to the Dry Bean Meeting. GPS Coordinates:42.876667, - 77.009742 Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Baskets to Pallets Friday, March 15, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Ensure your success by joining us for 'Baskets to Pallets', a comprehensive two-day introduction to selling wholesale.Are you looking to diversify sales beyond the farmers market, CSA and farm stand? Food hubs, grocery stores, schools and cooperatives are looking for your products to meet growing consumer demand for locally produced food. Yet, doing successful business with wholesale buyers requires planning and preparation.Irondequoit Conference Center, Rochester NYSomething for everyone...The 'Baskets to Pallets' course is designed for farmers of all enterprises and will cover building relationships with buyers, customer management and record keeping, pricing, grading and packaging, uniformity and consistency, and food safety, among many other topics! This fun course includes plenty of hands-on activities and opportunities for peer learning and small group discussion. New! Choose the most useful sessions...Day 2 offers all-day break-out sessions so you can choose which topics are most suitable for your business needs.Cost: $35.00 per person for the entire Training. Includes breakfast refreshments and a delicious locally sourced lunch each day. NYS Military Veterans are eligible for up to $200 reimbursement for this event to cover registration & travel expenses. Contact Dean Koyanagi at (607) 255-9911 for details. Space is limited to 40 participants and early registration is encouraged.http://smallfarms.cornell.edu/projects/wholesale/ Ainsley Robbins, ar935@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Farmer Seminar Saturday, March 16, 2019 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Howard Fire Hall (3622 Steuben 70A Avoca, New York 14809) SAVE THE DATE:Learn about how farmers need fire departments to respondLocal fire departments need to know what farmers have on their farm – where their chemicals are stored, what kinds of chemicals, etc.Farmers need to connect with their local departments somehow to help them understand circumstances on their farms to better facilitate emergency responses. March 1610am-2pm including a break for lunchHoward Fire HallSeminar with Steuben County Farm Bureau on farm disasters, including fires. Volunteer firefighters will be present to talk about how they respond, and learn about how farmers need them to respond (?)Questions? Call Dave Dockstader  Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Money As You Grow Bookshelf Monday, March 18, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Dormann Library (101 West Morris Street Bath, New York 14810) Many parents and caregivers are eager to build a good financial literacy foundation for their kids, but might not feel they have enough time, tools, and confidence. Fortunately, many of the building blocks for financial well-being – like patience, planning, and problem-solving – don't require a lot of financial know-how. The Money as You Grow book club is a family financial education program that uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks.FREESix-session programMarch 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 223:30-5:00 p.m.Dormann Library101 West Morris StreetBath, NYAttendance at all six sessions is requested.Call Tara at 607-776-4613 or email her here Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, March 18, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Farmers Market Community Meetings Tuesday, March 19, 2019 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Gaffer District Conference Room (114 Pine Street Corning, New York 14830) Join us for a Farmers' Market Community Meeting hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension. The goal of this meeting is to create and/or strengthen relationships among individuals and groups that support farmers' markets. Growers, community organizations, market managers, and enthusiastic community members are encouraged to attend!At this meeting we will: Briefly review programs and services that support farmers' markets, including SNAP, FMNP, and other creative local efforts.Get to know the individuals and agencies who work with or at farmers' markets in the community.Identity some opportunities for markets to be stronger. Please attend both meetings in the set as they build from each other.For the Corning area: Meeting #1 Tuesday, February 26 4-7 pm at the Gaffer District, 114 Pine St., CorningMeeting #2 Tuesday, March 12 4-7 pm at the Centerway ExecuCenter, 5 East Market St., CorningPLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or steuben@cornell.edu by Friday, February 22Feel free to extend this invitation to othersFor Bath and Hornell areas: Meeting #1 Tuesday, March 19, 4-7 pm at the new County Office Building Annex COnference Rooms, second floor, 20 E. Morris St., BathMeeting #2 Tuesday March 26 4-7 pm, same location.PLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or adk39@cornell.edu by Friday March 15Feel free to extend this invitation to others Larkin Podsiedlik, llp36@cornell.edu, 607-664-2301 ========================================= Goat Clinic Tuesday, March 19, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Country Crossroads Feed and Seed (3186 County Rte 61 Andover, New York 14806) EVERYONE WELCOMETuesday March 19, 20196 pmCountry Crossroads Feed and Seeds(FARM SHOP)3186 County Rte 61Andover NY SPEAKERS: Richard Kennedy Territory Manager from Cargill Feed and NutritionTopic-Sheep and Goat Nutrition 101Rob WilsonDVM from Perry Vet ClinicTopic-ParasitesRSVP By March 16th  to Darleen Krisher-Meehan, Country Crossroads Feed and Seeds, at 607-478-8858 ========================================= Small Animal Classes Sunday, March 24, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Civil Defense Center (7220 State Route 54 Bath, NY 14810) 4-H Small Animal Classes are Back! Join us March 24th from 1-3 p.m. at the Civil Defense Building in Bath. This class will be specifically aimed at our intermediate level youth ages 10 and up who have a good handle on the basics of small animal care but want to learn a little more about health, disease and production. We will have two guest speakers joining us this day, so come prepared to learn and with questions! Our third class will be held in May and will potentially be a field trip to a commercial poultry farm. This class is for our advanced level youth and will be limited to youth ages 13 and up. More information will be posted as it details are finalized. All of our classes are open to any 4-H youth, but we do have specific goals Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Money As You Grow Bookshelf Monday, March 25, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Dormann Library (101 West Morris Street Bath, New York 14810) Many parents and caregivers are eager to build a good financial literacy foundation for their kids, but might not feel they have enough time, tools, and confidence. Fortunately, many of the building blocks for financial well-being – like patience, planning, and problem-solving – don't require a lot of financial know-how. The Money as You Grow book club is a family financial education program that uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks.FREESix-session programMarch 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 223:30-5:00 p.m.Dormann Library101 West Morris StreetBath, NYAttendance at all six sessions is requested.Call Tara at 607-776-4613 or email her here Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, March 25, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Farmers Market Community Meetings Tuesday, March 26, 2019 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Gaffer District Conference Room (114 Pine Street Corning, New York 14830) Join us for a Farmers' Market Community Meeting hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension. The goal of this meeting is to create and/or strengthen relationships among individuals and groups that support farmers' markets. Growers, community organizations, market managers, and enthusiastic community members are encouraged to attend!At this meeting we will: Briefly review programs and services that support farmers' markets, including SNAP, FMNP, and other creative local efforts.Get to know the individuals and agencies who work with or at farmers' markets in the community.Identity some opportunities for markets to be stronger. Please attend both meetings in the set as they build from each other.For the Corning area: Meeting #1 Tuesday, February 26 4-7 pm at the Gaffer District, 114 Pine St., CorningMeeting #2 Tuesday, March 12 4-7 pm at the Centerway ExecuCenter, 5 East Market St., CorningPLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or steuben@cornell.edu by Friday, February 22Feel free to extend this invitation to othersFor Bath and Hornell areas: Meeting #1 Tuesday, March 19, 4-7 pm at the new County Office Building Annex COnference Rooms, second floor, 20 E. Morris St., BathMeeting #2 Tuesday March 26 4-7 pm, same location.PLEASE RSVP to 607-664-2300 or adk39@cornell.edu by Friday March 15Feel free to extend this invitation to others Larkin Podsiedlik, llp36@cornell.edu, 607-664-2301 ========================================= 4-H Paper Clover Fundraiser Wednesday, March 27, 2019 12:30 am - 11:45 pm Visit your local Tractor Supply this spring and purchase a paper clover to help Steuben County 4-H members attend 4-H camps and leadership events. Every year, 4-Her’s in Steuben County participate in a number of 4-H programs to help improve their knowledge and leadership skills. This fall, local Steuben County Tractor Supply stores are continuing their long-standing partnership with 4-H for the 2018 Spring Paper Clover Campaign to make it possible for more youth in the community to experience 4-H’s youth-led, hands-on programming. Steuben County Tractor Supply customers can participate in the 2018 Fall Paper Clover campaign by purchasing paper clovers for $1 or more at checkout. The funds raised will be awarded as scholarships to individual Steuben County 4-H members wishing to attend 4-H camps and leadership conferences across the country. The number of scholarships distributed to students following the fall campaign will be determined based on the total amount raised. Since it began in 2010, the partnership between Tractor Supply and 4-H has generated more than $11,000,000 in essential funding. The Paper Clover fundraiser, which takes place in the spring and fall, raised over $981,000 during the Fall 2017 campaign. The fundraising effort directly supports numerous 4-H programs in Steuben County About 4-H 4‑H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for career tomorrow. 4‑H programs empower nearly six million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills. 4‑H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA, and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3000 local Extension offices. Globally, 4‑H collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries. The research-backed 4‑H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs. Learn more about 4‑H at www.4‑H.org, find us on Facebook at WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/4‑Hand on Twitter atHTTPS://TWITTER.COM/4H. About Tractor Supply Founded in 1938, Tractor Supply Company is the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States. At July 1, 2017, the Company operated 1,630 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and an e-commerce website at www.tractorsupply.com. Tractor Supply stores are focused on supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers and others who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses. Stores are located primarily in towns outlying major metropolitan markets and in rural communities. The Company offers the following comprehensive selection of merchandise: (1) equine, livestock, pet and small animal products, including items necessary for their health, care, growth and containment; (2) hardware, truck, towing and tool products; (3) seasonal products, including heating, lawn and garden items, power equipment, gifts and toys; (4) work/recreational clothing and footwear; and (5) maintenance products for agricultural and rural use. Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Dairy Discovery Friday, March 29, 2019 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm The annual state-wide program Dairy Discovery program for youth ages 14-19 years old provides NY youth with fun, hands-on science-oriented learning experiences on dairy production and management topics which feature the unique facilities, industry professionals, and staff of Cornell University. Participants will spend Friday evening, March 29 – Saturday, March 30 late afternoon on the Cornell campus learning about dairy careers and rotating through a series of hands-on stations which focus on a specific aspect of the dairy field each year. Participation is limited to the first 65 individuals to enroll by the deadline. For the schedule and more information visit https://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/events-2/dairy-discovery-2/ If you are interested in participating or have any questions please contact Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or 607-664-2571 as soon as possible. Registration fee is $50 per 4-H member plus lodging and $15 for chaperones plus lodging.  Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Dairy Discovery Saturday, March 30, 2019 8:00 am - 4:00 pm The annual state-wide program Dairy Discovery program for youth ages 14-19 years old provides NY youth with fun, hands-on science-oriented learning experiences on dairy production and management topics which feature the unique facilities, industry professionals, and staff of Cornell University. Participants will spend Friday evening, March 29 – Saturday, March 30 late afternoon on the Cornell campus learning about dairy careers and rotating through a series of hands-on stations which focus on a specific aspect of the dairy field each year. Participation is limited to the first 65 individuals to enroll by the deadline. For the schedule and more information visit https://4h.ansci.cornell.edu/events-2/dairy-discovery-2/ If you are interested in participating or have any questions please contact Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or 607-664-2571 as soon as possible. Registration fee is $50 per 4-H member plus lodging and $15 for chaperones plus lodging.  Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Money As You Grow Bookshelf Monday, April 1, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Dormann Library (101 West Morris Street Bath, New York 14810) Many parents and caregivers are eager to build a good financial literacy foundation for their kids, but might not feel they have enough time, tools, and confidence. Fortunately, many of the building blocks for financial well-being – like patience, planning, and problem-solving – don't require a lot of financial know-how. The Money as You Grow book club is a family financial education program that uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks.FREESix-session programMarch 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 223:30-5:00 p.m.Dormann Library101 West Morris StreetBath, NYAttendance at all six sessions is requested.Call Tara at 607-776-4613 or email her here Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, April 1, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Meat and Poultry Processors Workshops Tuesday, April 2, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Programs for Meat and Poultry Processors Workshop and Cured Meats Processing WorkshopHACCP for Meat and Poultry ProcessorsThis course covers the fundamentals of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and the application in meat and poultry processing operations. It provides the participant with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP plan. This course is certified by the International HACCP Alliance and meets USDA requirements for HACCP training.The course is ideally suited for: Plant managers HACCP coordinators Quality assurance/control personnel Sanitation management Line supervisors Line operators employed by meat and poultry processing plants Professionals looking to increase their knowledge of HACCPThe course is instructed by Penn State Extension and Cornell Dairy and Meat Foods Extension. Instruction will begin at 8:30 am, April 2 in the Stocking Hall Conference Center (Room 148). Lunch will be provided.Register hereCured Meats ProcessingThe Cured Meats Processing Workshop is designed for small scale processors, restaurants, and butchers who would like to develop or increase their value-added section meat sales. Participants will learn the basics of curing meats, meat science, and non-meat ingredients. Lectures will include food safety, meat mathematics, thermal processing, and instrumentation. The course consists of two days of lectures and processing of cured meats. Learning Outcomes Generate meat products based on knowledge acquired in course Apply food safety principles to creation of value-added meat products Discussion of meat science, meat mathematics, and instrumentationRegister here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Meat and Poultry Processors Workshops Wednesday, April 3, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Programs for Meat and Poultry Processors Workshop and Cured Meats Processing WorkshopHACCP for Meat and Poultry ProcessorsThis course covers the fundamentals of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and the application in meat and poultry processing operations. It provides the participant with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP plan. This course is certified by the International HACCP Alliance and meets USDA requirements for HACCP training.The course is ideally suited for: Plant managers HACCP coordinators Quality assurance/control personnel Sanitation management Line supervisors Line operators employed by meat and poultry processing plants Professionals looking to increase their knowledge of HACCPThe course is instructed by Penn State Extension and Cornell Dairy and Meat Foods Extension. Instruction will begin at 8:30 am, April 2 in the Stocking Hall Conference Center (Room 148). Lunch will be provided.Register hereCured Meats ProcessingThe Cured Meats Processing Workshop is designed for small scale processors, restaurants, and butchers who would like to develop or increase their value-added section meat sales. Participants will learn the basics of curing meats, meat science, and non-meat ingredients. Lectures will include food safety, meat mathematics, thermal processing, and instrumentation. The course consists of two days of lectures and processing of cured meats. Learning Outcomes Generate meat products based on knowledge acquired in course Apply food safety principles to creation of value-added meat products Discussion of meat science, meat mathematics, and instrumentationRegister here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Meat and Poultry Processors Workshops Thursday, April 4, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Programs for Meat and Poultry Processors Workshop and Cured Meats Processing WorkshopHACCP for Meat and Poultry ProcessorsThis course covers the fundamentals of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and the application in meat and poultry processing operations. It provides the participant with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP plan. This course is certified by the International HACCP Alliance and meets USDA requirements for HACCP training.The course is ideally suited for: Plant managers HACCP coordinators Quality assurance/control personnel Sanitation management Line supervisors Line operators employed by meat and poultry processing plants Professionals looking to increase their knowledge of HACCPThe course is instructed by Penn State Extension and Cornell Dairy and Meat Foods Extension. Instruction will begin at 8:30 am, April 2 in the Stocking Hall Conference Center (Room 148). Lunch will be provided.Register hereCured Meats ProcessingThe Cured Meats Processing Workshop is designed for small scale processors, restaurants, and butchers who would like to develop or increase their value-added section meat sales. Participants will learn the basics of curing meats, meat science, and non-meat ingredients. Lectures will include food safety, meat mathematics, thermal processing, and instrumentation. The course consists of two days of lectures and processing of cured meats. Learning Outcomes Generate meat products based on knowledge acquired in course Apply food safety principles to creation of value-added meat products Discussion of meat science, meat mathematics, and instrumentationRegister here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Meat and Poultry Processors Workshops Friday, April 5, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Programs for Meat and Poultry Processors Workshop and Cured Meats Processing WorkshopHACCP for Meat and Poultry ProcessorsThis course covers the fundamentals of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and the application in meat and poultry processing operations. It provides the participant with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP plan. This course is certified by the International HACCP Alliance and meets USDA requirements for HACCP training.The course is ideally suited for: Plant managers HACCP coordinators Quality assurance/control personnel Sanitation management Line supervisors Line operators employed by meat and poultry processing plants Professionals looking to increase their knowledge of HACCPThe course is instructed by Penn State Extension and Cornell Dairy and Meat Foods Extension. Instruction will begin at 8:30 am, April 2 in the Stocking Hall Conference Center (Room 148). Lunch will be provided.Register hereCured Meats ProcessingThe Cured Meats Processing Workshop is designed for small scale processors, restaurants, and butchers who would like to develop or increase their value-added section meat sales. Participants will learn the basics of curing meats, meat science, and non-meat ingredients. Lectures will include food safety, meat mathematics, thermal processing, and instrumentation. The course consists of two days of lectures and processing of cured meats. Learning Outcomes Generate meat products based on knowledge acquired in course Apply food safety principles to creation of value-added meat products Discussion of meat science, meat mathematics, and instrumentationRegister here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= 4-H Paper Clover Fundraiser Sunday, April 7, 2019 12:30 am - 11:45 pm Visit your local Tractor Supply this spring and purchase a paper clover to help Steuben County 4-H members attend 4-H camps and leadership events. Every year, 4-Her’s in Steuben County participate in a number of 4-H programs to help improve their knowledge and leadership skills. This fall, local Steuben County Tractor Supply stores are continuing their long-standing partnership with 4-H for the 2018 Spring Paper Clover Campaign to make it possible for more youth in the community to experience 4-H’s youth-led, hands-on programming. Steuben County Tractor Supply customers can participate in the 2018 Fall Paper Clover campaign by purchasing paper clovers for $1 or more at checkout. The funds raised will be awarded as scholarships to individual Steuben County 4-H members wishing to attend 4-H camps and leadership conferences across the country. The number of scholarships distributed to students following the fall campaign will be determined based on the total amount raised. Since it began in 2010, the partnership between Tractor Supply and 4-H has generated more than $11,000,000 in essential funding. The Paper Clover fundraiser, which takes place in the spring and fall, raised over $981,000 during the Fall 2017 campaign. The fundraising effort directly supports numerous 4-H programs in Steuben County About 4-H 4‑H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for career tomorrow. 4‑H programs empower nearly six million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills. 4‑H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA, and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3000 local Extension offices. Globally, 4‑H collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries. The research-backed 4‑H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs. Learn more about 4‑H at www.4‑H.org, find us on Facebook at WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/4‑Hand on Twitter atHTTPS://TWITTER.COM/4H. About Tractor Supply Founded in 1938, Tractor Supply Company is the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States. At July 1, 2017, the Company operated 1,630 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and an e-commerce website at www.tractorsupply.com. Tractor Supply stores are focused on supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers and others who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses. Stores are located primarily in towns outlying major metropolitan markets and in rural communities. The Company offers the following comprehensive selection of merchandise: (1) equine, livestock, pet and small animal products, including items necessary for their health, care, growth and containment; (2) hardware, truck, towing and tool products; (3) seasonal products, including heating, lawn and garden items, power equipment, gifts and toys; (4) work/recreational clothing and footwear; and (5) maintenance products for agricultural and rural use. Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Money As You Grow Bookshelf Monday, April 8, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Dormann Library (101 West Morris Street Bath, New York 14810) Many parents and caregivers are eager to build a good financial literacy foundation for their kids, but might not feel they have enough time, tools, and confidence. Fortunately, many of the building blocks for financial well-being – like patience, planning, and problem-solving – don't require a lot of financial know-how. The Money as You Grow book club is a family financial education program that uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks.FREESix-session programMarch 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 223:30-5:00 p.m.Dormann Library101 West Morris StreetBath, NYAttendance at all six sessions is requested.Call Tara at 607-776-4613 or email her here Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, April 8, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Cornell Equine Seminar Series Tuesday, April 9, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 146 Morrison Hall Ithaca, New York 14853 SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH Come learn about equine health and management topics from Cornell’s equine experts!January 8, 2019 Dr. Mariana Diel de Amorim - Cornell Reproductive Medicine Specialist What to expect when you are expecting- caring for your pregnant mare and foal February 12, 2019 Cornell Equine Vets and Staff *Location: Cornell University Equine Hospital 930 Campus Rd. Ithaca NY 14853 Cornell University Equine Hospital tour! Stations featuring intensive care unit, dentistry, endoscopy, neonatal ICU, and more!!! March 12, 2019 Dr. Sabine Mann – Cornell Ambulatory and Production Medicine Veterinarian It’s that time of year again: 3-way, 4-way, which way to go with vaccines for my horse April 9, 2019 Dr. Linda Mittel – Cornell Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences Equine parasites – the myths and the facts May 14, 2019 Drs. Katherine Houpt and Kate Anderson – Cornell Animal Behavior Specialists Equine Behavior 101: What do our horses whisper to us?*Seminars MAY be available through on-line streaming. Please contact Jenny (jmg422@cornell.edu or 607-664-2576) if you are specifically interested in any topics listed and we host a viewing at the CCE Office Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Farm Food Safety Training with GAPS Wednesday, April 10, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Civil Defense Center (7220 State Route 54 Bath, NY 14810) Open to all fresh produce farmsWednesday, April 10th8:30 AM Registration9:00 AM -4:30 PM Training-Understanding GAPs-How GAPs impact produce safety?-Why become GAP certified?-Learn about Harmonized & Basic GAPs-How does this apply to my farm operation?Thursday, April 11th9:00 AM – 3:00 PM-Begin writing a food safety plan that compiles with a USDA GAP Audit for your farm with help from New York State Agriculture & Markets(BRING A LAPTOP COMPUTER)LUNCH IS PROVIDEDThis course is intended to improve your understanding of GAPs to guide assessment of risks and implementation of practices to reduce risks on fresh produce farms. -Taking this course will not result in your farm being "GAPs Certified". GAPs certification is done by a third party (e.g. USDA, Primus, Global GAP) and involves the successful completion of an on-farm audit.For more information & to RSVP contact Ainsley Robbins ar935@cornell.edu or (607) 664-2574Brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Cornell Vegetable Program and the New York State Agriculture & Markets. $25 per farm and $10 per additional person Ainsley Robbins, ar935@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Farm Food Safety Training with GAPS Thursday, April 11, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Civil Defense Center (7220 State Route 54 Bath, NY 14810) Open to all fresh produce farmsWednesday, April 10th8:30 AM Registration9:00 AM -4:30 PM Training-Understanding GAPs-How GAPs impact produce safety?-Why become GAP certified?-Learn about Harmonized & Basic GAPs-How does this apply to my farm operation?Thursday, April 11th9:00 AM – 3:00 PM-Begin writing a food safety plan that compiles with a USDA GAP Audit for your farm with help from New York State Agriculture & Markets(BRING A LAPTOP COMPUTER)LUNCH IS PROVIDEDThis course is intended to improve your understanding of GAPs to guide assessment of risks and implementation of practices to reduce risks on fresh produce farms. -Taking this course will not result in your farm being "GAPs Certified". GAPs certification is done by a third party (e.g. USDA, Primus, Global GAP) and involves the successful completion of an on-farm audit.For more information & to RSVP contact Ainsley Robbins ar935@cornell.edu or (607) 664-2574Brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Cornell Vegetable Program and the New York State Agriculture & Markets. $25 per farm and $10 per additional person Ainsley Robbins, ar935@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= Money As You Grow Bookshelf Monday, April 15, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Dormann Library (101 West Morris Street Bath, New York 14810) Many parents and caregivers are eager to build a good financial literacy foundation for their kids, but might not feel they have enough time, tools, and confidence. Fortunately, many of the building blocks for financial well-being – like patience, planning, and problem-solving – don't require a lot of financial know-how. The Money as You Grow book club is a family financial education program that uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks.FREESix-session programMarch 11, 18, 25, April 1, 15, 223:30-5:00 p.m.Dormann Library101 West Morris StreetBath, NYAttendance at all six sessions is requested.Call Tara at 607-776-4613 or email her here Nancy Reigelsperger, nmr23@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2573 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, April 15, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= 4-H Robotics Group Meets Monday, April 22, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 8-18 welcome! Where: Howard Community Building, (Exit 35 off I86, cross over 70A onto Mill Road, and bear right onto Hopkins Road, and the Building is on your right) When: Meeting weekly Mondays 6:00-7:30 p.m. except Feb. 18. Contact Marlaina Bennett: marlaina.bennett@gmail.com or 607-661-6383 or Kim Randall at ksb3@cornell.edu or at 607-664-2571 with any questions. Any youth 8-18 years old as of January 1, 2019 interested in learning how to build and program a robot to perform various tasks using a Lego Mindstorms EV3 is welcome to become a 4-H member to be eligible to participate in the Steuben County Robotics Program. 4-H members will also have the opportunity to participate in a robotics challenge on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Howard Community Building and the 2019 NYS 4-H Robotics Challenge at the NYS Fair. For more information about the 2018 NYS Fair Robotics Challenge visit https://nys4-h.org/contests-challenges Kim Randall, ksb3@cornell.edu, 607-664-2571 ========================================= Animal Crackers 2019 Saturday, May 4, 2019 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Horse & Poultry Details here The annual Animal Crackers program provides New York youth with fun, hands-on, science-oriented learning experiences on Animal Science topics. This workshop is for 4-H members interested in learning more about their favorite livestock, companion or pet animal species; emphasis on different species groupings and activities varies annually. Participants will learn about different aspects of animal care, interact and exchange information with faculty, staff, students, professional producers, industry experts, and more, utilizing the unique facilities of Cornell University. Hands-on workshops are planned for each species group. When/Where: This Saturday workshop is held every May on the Cornell campus (Morrison Hall – 507 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY 14853). Check-in begins at 9am Who: The program is geared to 4-H members involved in animal science projects. Youth are strongly encouraged to attend with their parents or chaperones. Suggested age range is 9-12, however, all youth 9 and up are welcome. Why: This is a unique opportunity for youth to experience hands-on activities in a university setting, explore career options in animal science, and expand their knowledge through scientific inquiry. Accessibility: We are committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact Barb Jones, 607-255-7712 or bjj6@cornell.edu before the registration deadline to request disability accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Registration: Participants must register with the local 4-H Youth Development program through your county Cornell Cooperative Extension Office. Registration opens in Feb/March and will close in April (approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the event) or when programs are full, whichever happens first. Counties will be billed directly for the registration fee. Cost: $15 per youth participant. No fee for chaperones. Please note: transportation to and from the event is at the participant’s own expense. Some CCE Associations charge additional fees to cover transportation & chaperone expenses. Participants must bring their own lunch and drinks. The closest place to purchase food is a 5 minute drive from campus. Description: Each year an opening presentation kicks off the event with a welcoming statement or remarks related to the annual theme. Livestock production themes are usually offered in even years and Horse programs are rotated in odd years. A noon-time demonstration and closing program is also typically featured. Workshop presenters and topics are selected by a planning committee that looks at trends and current issues. Youth input on topics is also solicited through statewide advisory committees and educator feedback. Registrations are due 3 weeks prior to the event for planning purposes. Examples of some of the fun things participants have experienced in the past: The Cornell Raptor Program, ultrasound technology, Herding dogs at work, Disc dogs in action, barrel racing, driving, poop soup, and more! Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Cornell Equine Seminar Series Tuesday, May 14, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 146 Morrison Hall Ithaca, New York 14853 SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH Come learn about equine health and management topics from Cornell’s equine experts!January 8, 2019 Dr. Mariana Diel de Amorim - Cornell Reproductive Medicine Specialist What to expect when you are expecting- caring for your pregnant mare and foal February 12, 2019 Cornell Equine Vets and Staff *Location: Cornell University Equine Hospital 930 Campus Rd. Ithaca NY 14853 Cornell University Equine Hospital tour! Stations featuring intensive care unit, dentistry, endoscopy, neonatal ICU, and more!!! March 12, 2019 Dr. Sabine Mann – Cornell Ambulatory and Production Medicine Veterinarian It’s that time of year again: 3-way, 4-way, which way to go with vaccines for my horse April 9, 2019 Dr. Linda Mittel – Cornell Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences Equine parasites – the myths and the facts May 14, 2019 Drs. Katherine Houpt and Kate Anderson – Cornell Animal Behavior Specialists Equine Behavior 101: What do our horses whisper to us?*Seminars MAY be available through on-line streaming. Please contact Jenny (jmg422@cornell.edu or 607-664-2576) if you are specifically interested in any topics listed and we host a viewing at the CCE Office Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Smart Farming Team Grant Available Friday, May 31, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Does your farm have/need employees? We can build your managerial skills.Would you like help writing job descriptions? We can help you do that. Thinking about hiring H2A? Ask us your questions. Need to develop your farm's Standard Operating Procedure? We can help. Do you just need to streamline? Lead a more efficient crew? We got that too! The Cornell Small Farms Program, through the Labor Ready Farmer project, has grant funding available to offer one-on-one technical assistance to beginning farmers, including next generation farmers on family farms, on different labor and workforce management needs. This "Smart Farming Team" grant funding is available for up to 20 eligible farms.Register Here Ariel Kirk, adk39@cornell.edu, 607-664-2574 ========================================= We have moved! Friday, May 31, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE-Steuben (Steuben County Office Building Annex 20 E.Morris St Bath, New York 14810) The Cornell Cooperative Extension office in Steuben County has moved their office from the Steuben County Office Building in Bath across the street to the new Steuben County Office Building Annex. Please come visit us in our new home at 20 East Morris St., Bath, New York 14810. Our mailing address remains at 3. East Pulteney Square, Bath, NY 14810.  Larkin Podsiedlik, llp36@cornell.edu, 607-664-2301 ========================================= Steuben County Fair Opening Day Tuesday, August 13, 2019 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Steuben County Fairgrounds (15 E. Washington Street Bath, New York 14810) The Steuben County Fair runs from August 13-18, 2019. Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Steuben County Fair Opening Day Sunday, August 18, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Steuben County Fairgrounds (15 E. Washington Street Bath, New York 14810) The Steuben County Fair runs from August 13-18, 2019. Jenny Groen, jmg422@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2576 ========================================= Southern Tier Outdoor Show Saturday, October 12, 2019 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Steuben County Fairgrounds (15 E. Washington Street Bath, New York 14810) Come see the show everyone is talking about! The Southern Tier Outdoor Show was created 12 years ago to highlight the diversity of the region’s natural resources and to connect visitors with outdoor recreational opportunities. The first show in 2007 drew almost 2,000 visitors and today it is attracting over 7,000 each year and growing. The show is essentially a sportsman show highlighting hunting, fishing, archery, and trapping types of activities. But we have added the family value by encouraging the sportsman’s family and friends to attend to see the wildlife shows and participate in hands-on youth activities. This has created a unique annual family event offering services, merchandise and expertise to the sportsman while introducing family members to a variety of outside activities such as dog training, ice fishing, kayaking, living history, and beekeeping. We offer wildlife shows such as the Grizzly Bear or the Dock Dogs for the entire family, as well as national celebrities such as the Outdoor Channel’s Byron Ferguson (an archery expert), Olympic Gold Medalist Cathy Turner (hunter and archer), the Gould Brothers (shotgun showmen), Matt Stutzman (an armless archer and Guinness World Record holder), and U.S.A. Ice Fishing Team member Ben Blegen. Our seminars have included the late outdoor writer Charlie Alsheimer, habitat deer management specialist Neil Dougherty, the Forever Wild Outdoor TV hosts, NYSDEC’s Hunter Safety Course and the Multi State Carry Permit course. Our intent is to engage the public with a variety of outdoor adventures, to educate them on environmental stewardship and safety, and to create a new experience each and every year to keep the audience coming back for more. Some of our activities are a real draw to distant visitors, such as the sanctioned turkey calling contest. Recently visitors came from Washington DC, New Jersey and Massachusetts just to participate in this contest. Some of these visitors, as well as our vendors, have stayed at local hotels and patronized local restaurants and businesses. We have nearly 10,000 followers on our Facebook page from all across the region and neighboring states. We offer our sponsors additional promotion via rack cards, signage, TV/radio coverage, and digital advertising. The show has become a great vehicle with which to draw visitors to our area and continues to receive great compliments from both vendors and visitors. For more information, visit www.SouthernTierOutdoorShow.com or call 607-664-2300. Join us on Facebook at www.SouthernTierOutdoorShow.com and Instagram at @STOutdoorShow. Pictures available at: https://steubencountyphotos.smugmug.com/Southern-T...andhttps://steubencountyphotos.smugmug.com/2017-Sout... $5 per person, or $10 per car Carla Dawejko, crd24@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2577 ========================================= Southern Tier Outdoor Show Sunday, October 13, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Steuben County Fairgrounds (15 E. Washington Street Bath, New York 14810) Come see the show everyone is talking about! The Southern Tier Outdoor Show was created 12 years ago to highlight the diversity of the region’s natural resources and to connect visitors with outdoor recreational opportunities. The first show in 2007 drew almost 2,000 visitors and today it is attracting over 7,000 each year and growing. The show is essentially a sportsman show highlighting hunting, fishing, archery, and trapping types of activities. But we have added the family value by encouraging the sportsman’s family and friends to attend to see the wildlife shows and participate in hands-on youth activities. This has created a unique annual family event offering services, merchandise and expertise to the sportsman while introducing family members to a variety of outside activities such as dog training, ice fishing, kayaking, living history, and beekeeping. We offer wildlife shows such as the Grizzly Bear or the Dock Dogs for the entire family, as well as national celebrities such as the Outdoor Channel’s Byron Ferguson (an archery expert), Olympic Gold Medalist Cathy Turner (hunter and archer), the Gould Brothers (shotgun showmen), Matt Stutzman (an armless archer and Guinness World Record holder), and U.S.A. Ice Fishing Team member Ben Blegen. Our seminars have included the late outdoor writer Charlie Alsheimer, habitat deer management specialist Neil Dougherty, the Forever Wild Outdoor TV hosts, NYSDEC’s Hunter Safety Course and the Multi State Carry Permit course. Our intent is to engage the public with a variety of outdoor adventures, to educate them on environmental stewardship and safety, and to create a new experience each and every year to keep the audience coming back for more. Some of our activities are a real draw to distant visitors, such as the sanctioned turkey calling contest. Recently visitors came from Washington DC, New Jersey and Massachusetts just to participate in this contest. Some of these visitors, as well as our vendors, have stayed at local hotels and patronized local restaurants and businesses. We have nearly 10,000 followers on our Facebook page from all across the region and neighboring states. We offer our sponsors additional promotion via rack cards, signage, TV/radio coverage, and digital advertising. The show has become a great vehicle with which to draw visitors to our area and continues to receive great compliments from both vendors and visitors. For more information, visit www.SouthernTierOutdoorShow.com or call 607-664-2300. Join us on Facebook at www.SouthernTierOutdoorShow.com and Instagram at @STOutdoorShow. Pictures available at: https://steubencountyphotos.smugmug.com/Southern-T...andhttps://steubencountyphotos.smugmug.com/2017-Sout... $5 per person, or $10 per car Carla Dawejko, crd24@cornell.edu, (607) 664-2577 =========================================