Grocery Store Tours-Watertown Seaway Plaza Tops Wednesday, July 26, 2017 10:00 am - 11:30 am Watertown Tops-Seaway Plaza (22050 Seaway Shopping Center Watertown, NY 13601) Healthy, affordable grocery tours for SNAP eligible adults 18+ years of age. Complete the tour and receive a free reusable shopping bag, a free $10.00 grocery store gift card, recipes you can use at home, and tips on how to eat healthy on a budget. Must RSVP to 788-8450. Free; must register in advance Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Wednesday, July 26, 2017 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, July 26, 2017 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members assists our nutrition staff with ideas and programs to assist our residents in making healthy choices the easier choices. Amanda Root, Arr27@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 273 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, July 26, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, July 26, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Please note that the June 13 meeting will be held at 4-H Camp Wabasso. Lori Robinson, lmr92@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= Grocery Store Tours - Carthage Aldi Thursday, July 27, 2017 10:00 am - 11:30 am Aldi-Carthage (14 North Broad Street Carthage, NY 13619) Healthy, affordable grocery tours for SNAP eligible adults 18+ years of age. Complete the tour and receive a free reusable shopping bag, a free $10.00 grocery store gift card, recipes you can use at home, and tips on how to eat healthy on a budget. Must RSVP to 788-8450. Free Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Healthy Home Cooking Class Thursday, July 27, 2017 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Watertown Urban Mission (247 Factory Street Watertown, NY 13601) Want to fill your plate with delicious food without breaking the bank? Join Eat Smart New York for a 30 minute cooking demonstration. Free Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Tuesday, August 1, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, August 2, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Club Saturday, August 5, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If you are interested in hiking, outdoor survival skills, campfire cooking, or geocaching, then this club is the perfect fit! Open to all youth ages 8-18. Call 315-788-8450 for more details and to register. Free Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Permaculture Workshop Saturday, August 5, 2017 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cross Island Farms (44301 Cross Island Road Wellesley Island, NY 13640) Take a guided walk through a perennial planting of over 300 edible cultivars. Learn about actualized permaculture practices. Taste a variety of uncommon greens, berries, flowers, and herbs. Bring home a potted plant. Space is limited! Call Sue at 315-788-8450 to register. $20 per person Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, August 8, 2017 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. This class may meet court ordered parenting requirements.Topics: identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Sue Pappas, sue.e.pappas.ctr@mail.mil, (315) 772-2279 ========================================= Be a 4-H Scientist! Tuesday, August 8, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If your 6-8 year old child is interested in science and doing experiments, then this free program is for them! We will use fun, educational, hands-on science experiments to teach them how to be a scientist. Free! Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Tuesday, August 8, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, August 9, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Be a 4-H Scientist! Thursday, August 10, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If your 6-8 year old child is interested in science and doing experiments, then this free program is for them! We will use fun, educational, hands-on science experiments to teach them how to be a scientist. Free! Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= A Taste of Spain: Tapas Cooking Class Thursday, August 10, 2017 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Take a journey to Spain and learn to make tapas, the region’s signature small plate appetizers. For this hands-on cooking class, you will learn to prepare a selection of Spanish-style tapas using classic ingredients such as cheese, chorizo, olives, and fresh produce. $35.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= CCE Shop Meeting: Farm Truck Clinic Friday, August 11, 2017 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Copenhagen Fire Hall (Main Street Copenhagen, NY 13626) Watch a mock DOT-style inspection of a farm truck performed by the NYS Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit. Registration, licensing, inspection, and other issues associated with farm trucks will be discussed.Register by August 10. Free Ron Kuck, Rak76@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 234 ========================================= Be a 4-H Scientist! Tuesday, August 15, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If your 6-8 year old child is interested in science and doing experiments, then this free program is for them! We will use fun, educational, hands-on science experiments to teach them how to be a scientist. Free! Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Tuesday, August 15, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, August 16, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Be a 4-H Scientist! Thursday, August 17, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If your 6-8 year old child is interested in science and doing experiments, then this free program is for them! We will use fun, educational, hands-on science experiments to teach them how to be a scientist. Free! Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Outdoor Adventure Day! Saturday, August 19, 2017 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Fort Drum Natural Resources Outreach Facility Bldg. S-2507 (NYS Route 26 Fort Drum, NY 13603) Outdoor Adventure Day is a free, family-friendly event with hands-on activities and demonstrations  focused on recreation and the outdoors. It is open to all community members. Activities include fishing, archery, outdoor safety, arts and crafts, forestry, outdoor cooking, hunting, trapping, air pistols, climbing wall, geocaching, orienteering, and much more! Directions to the event:From Interstate 81:  Take Exit 48A to Interstate I-781. Travel 4.0 miles to Exit 4 (the only exit) before the Fort Drum Main Gate. At the stoplights at the bottom of the ramp, turn left onto US 11 North.Travel approximately 3.0 miles to NYS Route 26 (at Evans Mills) and turn right.Travel approximately 5.0 miles (past the stoplights going to Wheeler-Sack Army Airfield) and turn left into the driveway ("Natural Resources Permits" is on a green sign). Parking is in the grassy field behind the building (adjacent to Munn’s Corners Road)—follow the signs. From NYS Rt. 3:  In Great Bend at the junction of NYS Route 3 and NYS Route 26, travel west on NYS Route 26 approximately 0.3 miles over the Black River. Turn right into the driveway ("Natural Resources Permits" is on a green sign). Parking is in the grassy field behind the building (adjacent to Munn’s Corners Road)—follow the signs. FREE Stephanie Graf, Sag58@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 251 ========================================= The Magic Years Tuesday, August 22, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Farm Tour for Veterans Wednesday, August 23, 2017 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cross Island Farms (44301 Cross Island Road Wellesley Island, NY 13640) How does a veteran get into the agricultural business? To hear how a veteran made his dream a reality, join us to take a tour of his  farm, network with other veterans, get your questions answered, and enjoy a picnic. RSVP to 315-788-8450. Free Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, August 23, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Club Saturday, September 2, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If you are interested in hiking, outdoor survival skills, campfire cooking, or geocaching, then this club is the perfect fit! Open to all youth ages 8-18. Call 315-788-8450 for more details and to register. Free Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Tuesday, September 5, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, September 6, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, September 12, 2017 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. This class may meet court ordered parenting requirements.Topics: identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Sue Pappas, sue.e.pappas.ctr@mail.mil, (315) 772-2279 ========================================= The Magic Years Tuesday, September 12, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Children change so fast in the first four years! This six-session course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Youth, Family, and Community Development Advisory Committee Wednesday, September 13, 2017 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members advises our youth, family, and community development staff on the needs of youth and families in our communities and how to reach them with our programs. Stephanie Graf, Sag58@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 251 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 13, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Please note that the June 13 meeting will be held at 4-H Camp Wabasso. Lori Robinson, lmr92@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= The Middle Years Wednesday, September 13, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Slow Cooker Meals Thursday, September 14, 2017 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Learn how to prep meals ahead for those busy nights. Drop those meals into the crock-pot and you’ve got a delicious, home-cooked meal ready when you get home faster than you can say “Drive-Thru!” $35.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Club Saturday, October 7, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If you are interested in hiking, outdoor survival skills, campfire cooking, or geocaching, then this club is the perfect fit! Open to all youth ages 8-18. Call 315-788-8450 for more details and to register. Free Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, October 10, 2017 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. This class may meet court ordered parenting requirements.Topics: identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Sue Pappas, sue.e.pappas.ctr@mail.mil, (315) 772-2279 ========================================= Healthy Baking Swaps Thursday, October 12, 2017 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Don't give up the foods you love! Learn to prepare healthy versions of your favorite baked goods. Sample these delicious treats and take home a packet of recipes that use all-natural ingredients with reduced sugar, fat, and refined grains. $30.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= Agriculture and Natural Resources Advisory Committee Tuesday, October 17, 2017 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members advises our agricultural staff on specific needs of farmers in our area and how to engage them. Catherine Moore, Cmm17@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 236 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 25, 2017 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members assists our nutrition staff with ideas and programs to assist our residents in making healthy choices the easier choices. Amanda Root, Arr27@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 273 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, October 25, 2017 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Please note that the June 13 meeting will be held at 4-H Camp Wabasso. Lori Robinson, lmr92@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Club Saturday, November 4, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If you are interested in hiking, outdoor survival skills, campfire cooking, or geocaching, then this club is the perfect fit! Open to all youth ages 8-18. Call 315-788-8450 for more details and to register. Free Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, November 14, 2017 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. This class may meet court ordered parenting requirements.Topics: identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Sue Pappas, sue.e.pappas.ctr@mail.mil, (315) 772-2279 ========================================= Procuring and Preparing Local Meats Thursday, November 16, 2017 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Learn a new way to purchase local meats through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share and sample recipes featuring local meats including lamb and grass-fed beef. Take home a packet of recipes to inspire you for your holiday dinners. $50.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Club Saturday, December 2, 2017 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) If you are interested in hiking, outdoor survival skills, campfire cooking, or geocaching, then this club is the perfect fit! Open to all youth ages 8-18. Call 315-788-8450 for more details and to register. Free Sabrina Dreythaler, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, December 6, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Please note that the June 13 meeting will be held at 4-H Camp Wabasso. Lori Robinson, lmr92@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= Healthy Hosting for the Holidays Thursday, December 7, 2017 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Be the perfect host by creating delicious, wholesome dishes that keep the health of your guests in mind. Learn tips and tricks to create healthier dishes. $35.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= Agriculture and Natural Resources Advisory Committee Tuesday, December 12, 2017 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members advises our agricultural staff on specific needs of farmers in our area and how to engage them. Catherine Moore, Cmm17@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 236 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, December 12, 2017 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. This class may meet court ordered parenting requirements.Topics: identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Sue Pappas, sue.e.pappas.ctr@mail.mil, (315) 772-2279 =========================================