4-H Vet Science Program Thursday, November 7, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Do you know youth that are interested in becoming a veterinarian or a vet tech? This is the perfect program for them! Learn all about what it takes to enter the veterinarian field. Learn from the experts in the field. This program is free and open to all youth ages 12-18. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Karen Soule at 315-788-8450 ext. 269 or kes68@cornell.edu.  Free ========================================= 4-H Teen Council Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Jefferson County 4-H is looking for teens, 13-18 years old, who want to develop 4-H programs, participate in community service, develop leadership skills, go on interesting trips, and HAVE FUN!  For more information or to register, contact Sabrina DeRue at 315-788-8450 ext. 229 or sld95@cornell.edu Free Sabrina DeRue, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Intro to Dog Sports Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Paul Westall, 35243 Schell Road , Theresa, NY 13691 Intro to Dog Sports will include: Grooming & Handling Rally/ObedienceBarn HuntTracking/NoseworkFlyballYou must provide proof of rabies vaccination. Dogs must be evaluated prior to the start of the class. Free and open to all youth ages 8-18. ========================================= Forage Quality for Beef and Equine Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 At this free program, Erin Churchill will present on managing forage quality for beef and equine. With high quality forage in short supply in the North Country, Erin will walk through the steps on how to maintain your animal's health and well-being on lower quality feed. ========================================= Intro to Raising Pigs Wednesday, November 13, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 If you are looking to raise pigs for home consumption, or get started in the swine business, this free introductory workshop is for you. Learn the basics on feeding, housing, breeding, and marketing pigs. Free ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Program Thursday, November 14, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Do you know youth that are interested in becoming a veterinarian or a vet tech? This is the perfect program for them! Learn all about what it takes to enter the veterinarian field. Learn from the experts in the field. This program is free and open to all youth ages 12-18. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Karen Soule at 315-788-8450 ext. 269 or kes68@cornell.edu.  Free ========================================= Baby Basics Friday, November 15, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ACS Family Advocacy Program, 1780 Restore Hope Ave , Fort Drum, NY 13602 A look into your child's first year! This program is for families who are pregnant or parents with children, birth to 1 year old. Topics covered: bathingumbilical cord carediaperingdressingfeeding & burpingcrying & soothingsafe sleepsick baby carewhat is a fever?1st year development Register online or call 315-772-5914. *Children are welcome to accompany with caregiver supervision *for DoD Cardholders Leslie Cherry, lc579@cornell.edu ========================================= Timber with Peter Smallidge Saturday, November 16, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fort Drum Natural Resources Outreach Facility Bldg. S-2507, NYS Route 26 , Fort Drum, NY 13603 Peter Smallidge is a Senior Extension Associate focusing on productive and healthy forest ecosystems, best forestry practices, and educating landowners on managing their woodlands. Topics to include:Tree identification - without leavesUsing a scale stick to estimate the volume of lumber or firewood in a tree (each participant will receive a scale stick)Crop Tree Management - a strategy to concentrate growth on the best treesUsing an angle gauge to assess tree competition for sunlightOpen discussion with participants about their questions on any forestry topics, including but not limited to: Emerald ash borer, deer, impacts to seedlings, arranging a timber sale, working with foresters, maple syrup production, horse logging vs. machines, etc.  Free ========================================= Intro to Dog Sports Tuesday, November 19, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Paul Westall, 35243 Schell Road , Theresa, NY 13691 Intro to Dog Sports will include: Grooming & Handling Rally/ObedienceBarn HuntTracking/NoseworkFlyballYou must provide proof of rabies vaccination. Dogs must be evaluated prior to the start of the class. Free and open to all youth ages 8-18. ========================================= Ag Workforce Development Council's Labor Road Show III Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Ramada Inn, 6300 Arsenal Street , Watertown, NY 13601 All New York farm employers are affected by new laws that take effect beginning January 1, 2020! New York Labor Road Show III is your opportunity to learn about the changes and position your business for compliance and success in a very different environment. Featured Speakers:Charles Palmer - Chuck is a go-to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, em-ployment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment mat-ters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforce-ment agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and prac-tices that prevent problems and save them significant expense.Joshua Viau - Josh works with a variety of national and local clients including em-ployers in agriculture, manufacturing, construction, hospitality, and retail. He is the former Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Georgia State Bar and is active in several business groups. Josh has been selected to the Best Lawyers in Ameri-ca since 2017, and was recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2015 and Georgia Su-per Lawyer – Rising Star from 2006 through 2014.Featured Topics:Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime and Day-of-Rest RequirementsUnderstanding Unions and Labor OrganizingManaging the Collective Bargaining ProcessThe Increasing Importance of Farm SupervisorsSexual Harassment Prevention: Updates to the NY LawCompliance Priorities and Enforcement Plans for 2020, NYS Department of LaborIndustry Quality Assurance Program UpdatesInsurance Update: Disability, Paid Family Leave, and Employment Practices Liability, What is Available?  Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Fort Drum Family Night Wednesday, November 20, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Common's at Dillenback's Corner, 350 , Fort Drum, NY 13602 Join ACS in celebrating Military Family Appreciation Month. There will be music, karaoke, dancing, crafts, pinatas, balloons, a photo booth, and face painting! A trophy will be given for the best superhero costume. A buffet dinner is available. Adults, $8 and Children 8 & under, $5. For more informatino, call 315-772-2919.  Free Leslie Cherry, lc579@cornell.edu ========================================= Fort Drum Winter Preparation Class Thursday, November 21, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Army Community Service, P4330 Conway Road , Fort Drum, New York 13607 Winter is just around the corner. During this class, we will go over many safety tips, how to winterize the inside and outside of your home, and of course driving tips! *Open to all DoD ID card holders. For more information or to register, call 315-772-6556 or 315-772-6553.  Free ========================================= 4-H Youth Recognition Event Friday, November 22, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 We invite you to join us for our Annual 4-H Youth Recognition Event. Light Refreshments will be served. Dress will be business casual. Please RSVP to Lisa Vaughn by November 18th.  Lisa Vaughn, lgv6@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 261 ========================================= Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Monday, November 25, 2019 9:00 am - 10:30 am Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Making sure we're ready for emergencies! The American Red Cross is offering a free citizen's preparedness corps training session. The training will cover fire safety, severe weather preparedness, basic first aid, and more! Register at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/PreparednessTrainingCCE_222, or contact April Bennett at 315-788-8450 ext. 265 or aln48@cornell.edu.  Free April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= Intro to Dog Sports Tuesday, November 26, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Paul Westall, 35243 Schell Road , Theresa, NY 13691 Intro to Dog Sports will include: Grooming & Handling Rally/ObedienceBarn HuntTracking/NoseworkFlyballYou must provide proof of rabies vaccination. Dogs must be evaluated prior to the start of the class. Free and open to all youth ages 8-18. ========================================= 4-H Engineering Program Monday, December 2, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Complete mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering projects and work with real engineers! Projects will include creating a Rube Goldberg machine, engineering paper, building a circuit, and more! Free and open to all 4th-8th graders. Registration is required. Please register to Sam Hollister. Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= Intro to Dog Sports Tuesday, December 3, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Paul Westall, 35243 Schell Road , Theresa, NY 13691 Intro to Dog Sports will include: Grooming & Handling Rally/ObedienceBarn HuntTracking/NoseworkFlyballYou must provide proof of rabies vaccination. Dogs must be evaluated prior to the start of the class. Free and open to all youth ages 8-18. ========================================= 4-H Engineering Program Wednesday, December 4, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Complete mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering projects and work with real engineers! Projects will include creating a Rube Goldberg machine, engineering paper, building a circuit, and more! Free and open to all 4th-8th graders. Registration is required. Please register to Sam Hollister. Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= Cow Comfort Workshop - Freestalls and Tie Stalls Monday, December 9, 2019 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 The Cow Comfort Workshops are an educational program for farmers, employees, and agri-service professionals who work directly with dairy cows. The workshops will cover economics of improving cow comfort, stall design and management, stocking density, heat abatement, and effects of cow comfort on production. The Cow Comfort Workshop is a day-long program, held from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The program will be held in the classroom and on farm, with a combination of presentations, farm walk-throughs, and discussion.Tie Stall Cow Comfort Workshop - Monday, December 9th at CCE Jefferson, 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NY Featured Speaker: Dan McFarland, Penn StateDan McFarland is known for his research surrounding heat stress abatement techniques and stall, barn, and ventilation design.  Each course is $10 pre-registration OR $15 day of registration. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 4-H Engineering Program Monday, December 9, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Complete mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering projects and work with real engineers! Projects will include creating a Rube Goldberg machine, engineering paper, building a circuit, and more! Free and open to all 4th-8th graders. Registration is required. Please register to Sam Hollister. Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= Intro to Dog Sports Tuesday, December 10, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Paul Westall, 35243 Schell Road , Theresa, NY 13691 Intro to Dog Sports will include: Grooming & Handling Rally/ObedienceBarn HuntTracking/NoseworkFlyballYou must provide proof of rabies vaccination. Dogs must be evaluated prior to the start of the class. Free and open to all youth ages 8-18. ========================================= 4-H Engineering Program Wednesday, December 11, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Complete mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering projects and work with real engineers! Projects will include creating a Rube Goldberg machine, engineering paper, building a circuit, and more! Free and open to all 4th-8th graders. Registration is required. Please register to Sam Hollister. Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= Baby Basics Friday, December 13, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ACS Family Advocacy Program, 1780 Restore Hope Ave , Fort Drum, NY 13602 A look into your child's first year! This program is for families who are pregnant or parents with children, birth to 1 year old. Topics covered: bathingumbilical cord carediaperingdressingfeeding & burpingcrying & soothingsafe sleepsick baby carewhat is a fever?1st year development Register online or call 315-772-5914. *Children are welcome to accompany with caregiver supervision *for DoD Cardholders Leslie Cherry, lc579@cornell.edu ========================================= Holiday Festival at Taste NY Saturday, December 14, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm North Country Welcome Center, 43350 Collins Landing Road , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Join Taste NY in the North Country Welcome Center to celebrate the Holiday Season! Come see Santa, hear a story, make holiday decorations, and enjoy local holiday themed treats.  Free Michael Myers, mm384@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 4-H Engineering Program Monday, December 16, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Complete mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering projects and work with real engineers! Projects will include creating a Rube Goldberg machine, engineering paper, building a circuit, and more! Free and open to all 4th-8th graders. Registration is required. Please register to Sam Hollister. Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= Intro to Dog Sports Tuesday, December 17, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Paul Westall, 35243 Schell Road , Theresa, NY 13691 Intro to Dog Sports will include: Grooming & Handling Rally/ObedienceBarn HuntTracking/NoseworkFlyballYou must provide proof of rabies vaccination. Dogs must be evaluated prior to the start of the class. Free and open to all youth ages 8-18. ========================================= 4-H Engineering Program Wednesday, December 18, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Complete mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering projects and work with real engineers! Projects will include creating a Rube Goldberg machine, engineering paper, building a circuit, and more! Free and open to all 4th-8th graders. Registration is required. Please register to Sam Hollister. Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= Banking on Barn Wood Wednesday, December 18, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This free, in-depth presentation is a great foundation for those looking to remove old barns from their property. Topics will include barn wood prices, how to market and list your barn for sale, the dismantlement process, and what to look for in potential contractors. Free ========================================= Jefferson County Dairy Club Monday, December 23, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tully's, 1050 Arsenal Street , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for a meeting to discuss 2020 Dairy Bowl practices. RSVP by December 18th.  ========================================= What's Bugging Your Vegetables: Insect, Pest, and Disease Management for Vegetable Crops Friday, January 3, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Lewis-Jefferson Community Education Center, 7395 East Rd , Lowville, NY 13367 Join CCE Vegetable Specialists Elisabeth Hodgdon and Jud Reid for a discussion of common vegetable insect pest and disease issues in the North Country, including:Using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) on the farm and gardenIdentifying tomato diseases and how to treat themManaging potato beetle, cucumber beetle, cole crop caterpillars, and moreInvasive species to look out for next seasonSeason extension and high tunnel research updatesElisabeth Hodgdon is a vegetable specialist with the Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture Program. Based in the CCE Clinton County office in Plattsburgh, Elisabeth assists diversified vegetable and fruit growers with crop production issues including pest management, season extension, high tunnel growing, and food safety.Jud Reid is a vegetable specialist with the Cornell Vegetable Program and Harvest New York teams. His areas of interest include high tunnel production and season extension, soil fertility, and working with small farms. Jud is based in the CCE Yates County office in Penn Yan.Register to CCE Lewis County by 12 PM on Thursday, January 2, 2020.  $5.00 Catherine Moore, Cmm17@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 236 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Club Saturday, January 4, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Minna Anthony Common Nature Center, 44927 Cross Island Road , Fineview, NY 13640 For our January meeting, we will meet at Wellesley Island State Park at the Minna Anthony Common Nature Center where we will go snowshoeing. After snowshoeing, we will tour the nature center and enjoy hot cocoa inside. Limited transportation will be provided from the Extension office. Please register by contacting Sabrina DeRue.  Free Sabrina DeRue, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, January 7, 2020 9:00 am - 11:00 am Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, January 15, 2020 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 Magic Years Thursday, January 16, 2020 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! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, January 16, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Harvest of the Month-Salvation Army Friday, January 17, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Salvation Army , 723 State Street , Watertown , New York 13601 Harvest of the Month is a great way for your family to explore, taste, and learn about eating more fruits and vegetables and being active every day. In most classes, participants will sample the featured recipe and receive a cooking utensil. Free ========================================= Emerald Ash Borer is Here - Now What? Saturday, January 18, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 The Emerald Ash Borer is an invasive insect that attacks ash trees. Tree mortality occurs within 2-4 years, and is near 100%. First found in the Midwest in 2002, EAB has killed hundreds of millions of ash trees throughout North America. New York State forests contain 7-25% ash species and ash is a common landscape tree. Whether you have ash trees in your landscape or in a forest setting, get the latest, research-based information on how to deal with this pest. Speakers will include Michael DeMarco (Watertown City Planner and ISA Certified Arborist) and Glen Roberts (NYS DEC Forester). The snow date for this event will be January 25th.  Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, January 23, 2020 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! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, January 23, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, January 23, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Dates & Locations:January 23rd - Preparedness for Urgent Situations - Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency, or barn damage. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMJanuary 30th - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update - The F.A.R.M. program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits, and how you can use the F.A.R.M. program. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 6th - Activist Preparedness - This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists; including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFebruary 13th - Social Media Preparedness - How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMFebruary 20th - Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity - Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 27th - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention - Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMWebinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere for a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23-February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions.Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Presenting Organizations: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionNY State Cattle Health Assurance ProgramAmerican Dairy AssociationNew York Center for Agriculture and HealthNNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYMiner Institute Conference Room: 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Auction Informational Meeting Thursday, January 23, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Jefferson County 4-H Livestock Auction is returning in 2020! If you are interested in bringing beef cattle, meat goats, sheep, or swine to auction in July, this meeting is highly recommended. Youth and a parent(s) are welcome to attend this important meeting. **Snow date will be January 30th** Stephanie Graf, Sag58@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 251 ========================================= Dairy Day Friday, January 24, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Elks Club - Watertown, 728 Bradley Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Join us for the main dairy program offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension this winter in the North Country. This 1-day seminar will provide the latest information on dairy production and management, emerging trends, local research updates, and a keynote address about milk prices and markets. Agenda:10:00 AM-10:45 AM - Creative Feeding with Less Inventory, Erin Churchill (CCE Jefferson)10:45 AM-11:30 AM - Labor Updates: Compliance and Management Strategies, Kelsey O'Shea (North Country Regional Ag Team)11:30 AM-12:15 PM - North Country Research Updates, Lindsay Ferlito, Casey Havekes, and Kelsey O'Shea (North Country Regional Ag Team)12:15 PM-12:45 PM - Lunch12:45 PM-1:45 PM - Keynote - Dairy Markets and Policy, Chris Wolf (Cornell University)1:45 PM-2:00 PM - Update on the FARM Program 4.0, Lindsay Ferlito (North Country Regional Ag Team)2:00 PM-2:15 PM - An International Perspective on Dairy Cattle Welfare, Casey Havekes (North Country Regional Ag Team)2:15 PM-2:45 PM - Animal Welfare on Your Farm, Eileen Jensen (New York Animal Agriculture Coalition)2:45 PM-3:00 PM - Wrap upThe cost of the program is $10 if pre-registered (paid prior to event) or $20 at the door. Lunch is provided.  $20 Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Valuing our Land: How Farming Protects our Rural Landscape Saturday, January 25, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 3769 Deer River Road , Carthage, NY 13619 Join us for a free guided snowshoe tour across Gary and Kristy Sullivan's property to discuss the intersection of land management, conservation, and production agriculture. As part of the Farm Ops project, this event will serve to introduce veterans, active duty service members, and their families to different aspects of careers in agriculture. Hosted by: CCE Jefferson County, Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust, Fort Drum ACS, and the Cornell Small Farms Program. A free lunch will be provided after the tour. Please register.  Free ========================================= Extreme Season Extension of Salad Greens Saturday, January 25, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This free program will examine alternate methods of production to include:economics of winter growingholding fall-grown crops under coveruse of cold frames, hot beds, and high tunnelsalternative greenhouse heating, including geothermal hydroponics stacked indoor production using artificial lighting Veterans/Military families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please register! Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, January 30, 2020 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! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, January 30, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dates & Locations:January 23rd - Preparedness for Urgent Situations - Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency, or barn damage. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMJanuary 30th - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update - The F.A.R.M. program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits, and how you can use the F.A.R.M. program. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 6th - Activist Preparedness - This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists; including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFebruary 13th - Social Media Preparedness - How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMFebruary 20th - Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity - Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 27th - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention - Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMWebinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere for a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23-February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions.Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Presenting Organizations: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionNY State Cattle Health Assurance ProgramAmerican Dairy AssociationNew York Center for Agriculture and HealthNNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYMiner Institute Conference Room: 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= "Bag It" Thursday, January 30, 2020 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 CCE Jefferson County Master Gardeners present "Bag It". The documentary will show on Thursday, January 30th at 12 PM. "What starts as a film about plastic bags evolves into a wholesale investigation into plastic's effects on our oceans, environment, and bodies. We see how our crazy-for-plastic world has finally caught up to us...and what we can do about it." Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, January 30, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, February 6, 2020 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! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 6, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dates & Locations:January 23rd - Preparedness for Urgent Situations - Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency, or barn damage. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMJanuary 30th - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update - The F.A.R.M. program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits, and how you can use the F.A.R.M. program. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 6th - Activist Preparedness - This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists; including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFebruary 13th - Social Media Preparedness - How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMFebruary 20th - Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity - Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 27th - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention - Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMWebinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere for a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23-February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions.Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Presenting Organizations: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionNY State Cattle Health Assurance ProgramAmerican Dairy AssociationNew York Center for Agriculture and HealthNNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYMiner Institute Conference Room: 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, February 6, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Backyard Apple Production Saturday, February 8, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This program will cover small-scale apple production for homeowners to include:Site selection and preparationPlantingMaintenancePestsVariety selectionThe snow date for this event will be February 15th.  $5 per person; Free for Veterans/Military Families Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, February 11, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, February 13, 2020 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! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Symphony of the Soil Thursday, February 13, 2020 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 The Master Gardener Volunteers of Jefferson County are sponsoring a free screening of the documentary film ‘Symphony of the Soil’ on Thursday, February 13 at 12 PM. Drawing from ancient knowledge and cutting edge science, the film is an artistic exploration of the miraculous substance- soil. By understanding the elaborate relationships and mutuality between soil, water, the atmosphere, plants and animals, we come to appreciate the complex and dynamic nature of this precious resource.  Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Dates & Locations:January 23rd - Preparedness for Urgent Situations - Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency, or barn damage. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMJanuary 30th - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update - The F.A.R.M. program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits, and how you can use the F.A.R.M. program. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 6th - Activist Preparedness - This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists; including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFebruary 13th - Social Media Preparedness - How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMFebruary 20th - Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity - Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 27th - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention - Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMWebinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere for a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23-February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions.Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Presenting Organizations: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionNY State Cattle Health Assurance ProgramAmerican Dairy AssociationNew York Center for Agriculture and HealthNNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYMiner Institute Conference Room: 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 20, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dates & Locations:January 23rd - Preparedness for Urgent Situations - Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency, or barn damage. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMJanuary 30th - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update - The F.A.R.M. program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits, and how you can use the F.A.R.M. program. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 6th - Activist Preparedness - This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists; including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFebruary 13th - Social Media Preparedness - How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMFebruary 20th - Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity - Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 27th - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention - Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMWebinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere for a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23-February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions.Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Presenting Organizations: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionNY State Cattle Health Assurance ProgramAmerican Dairy AssociationNew York Center for Agriculture and HealthNNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYMiner Institute Conference Room: 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Sheep for Solar Grazing Thursday, February 20, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Looking to put a solar array on your land, or interested in grazing under solar arrays? At this free program, Niko Kochendoerfer, a PhD candidate at Cornell University, will present her detailed research on the benefits of adding sheep to solar arrays and the benefits to the land owner, sheep producer, and the land. Veterans/Military families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please register. Free ========================================= 2020 Shop Talks Friday, February 21, 2020 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Old McDonald's Farm, 14369 County Rd 145 , Sackets Harbor, NY 13685 Mike Hunter, Field Crops Specialist with the CCE North Country Regional Ag Team, will discuss opportunities for producers to achieve the best yields this year. He is also a resource on herbicides and pesticides and producers are encouraged to bring questions. Veterans/Military Families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please register. Questions? Contact Lindsay Ferlito at 607-592-0290 or lc636@cornell.edu.  Free ========================================= Garlic Cultivation and Marketing Saturday, February 22, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Changing consumer preferences, international tariffs, and farm-consolidation at the national level, have created opportunities for market growers to profit from garlic. This free program will discuss varieties, cultivation methods, storage considerations, integrated pest management, sales opportunities, marketing (direct, wholesale, and cooperative), and branding. Veterans/Military families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please register! Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, February 27, 2020 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! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, February 27, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Modern On-Farm Preparedness Thursday, February 27, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Dates & Locations:January 23rd - Preparedness for Urgent Situations - Be prepared for a fire, weather emergency, or barn damage. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMJanuary 30th - F.A.R.M 4.0 Update - The F.A.R.M. program is evolving as farmers implement the program. Learn about how farmers have used and gained benefits, and how you can use the F.A.R.M. program. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 6th - Activist Preparedness - This session will address several aspects of dealing with activists; including good hiring practices, available resources for support, and a plan of who to contact if something happens on your farm. Learn how to talk about videos taken on another farm and how to prepare your employees for these events. Webinar 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMFebruary 13th - Social Media Preparedness - How to respond to negative comments on farm pages. Resources to tap into and people you can call for effective responses. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMFebruary 20th - Disease Outbreaks and Biosecurity - Do you have a plan in place if there is a disease outbreak on the farm? Dr. Melanie Hemenway, State Veterinarian, will provide concrete steps to deal with disease outbreaks and make biosecurity recommendations for prevention. Webinar: 1:00 PM-2:00 PMFebruary 27th - On Farm Safety-Prevention, Prevention, Prevention - Yet accidents still happen. This session will focus on prevention and also address accident response. On Farm: 1:00 PM-4:00 PMWebinars can be accessed at the local site or signed in anywhere for a mobile device or computer. Six consecutive Thursday afternoons: January 23-February 27. Attend all sessions or individual sessions.Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Presenting Organizations: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionNY State Cattle Health Assurance ProgramAmerican Dairy AssociationNew York Center for Agriculture and HealthNNY Locations: CCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYMiner Institute Conference Room: 1034 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY Registration is $10 per person per session OR $50 per person for all six sessions. Tatum Langworthy, tlm92@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= CANCELLED: Own the Mic Thursday, February 27, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Fun public speaking games & activities in a stress-free environment. Do you like to tell stories to your friends? Do you like to talk to people about things that interest you? Then Own the Mic is for you! Take the nerves out of public speaking with this FREE 6-week 4-H program for all youth grades 3-8. Registration is required by February 26, 2020.  Free Rachel Nocella, rn278@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 244 ========================================= CANCELLED: Own the Mic Thursday, March 5, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Fun public speaking games & activities in a stress-free environment. Do you like to tell stories to your friends? Do you like to talk to people about things that interest you? Then Own the Mic is for you! Take the nerves out of public speaking with this FREE 6-week 4-H program for all youth grades 3-8. Registration is required by February 26, 2020.  Free Rachel Nocella, rn278@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 244 ========================================= Low or No-Tillage Options for Vegetable Growers Saturday, March 7, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Small-scale, and even urban, vegetable production has increasingly shown the efficacy of low and no-tillage methods for gardeners and market growers. Through dense and continuous planting, vegetable crops can be produced from early spring through fall. This free program will discuss establishment of new beds, weed control, planting methods, sources of mulch/compost, and ways to minimize labor inputs. Strategies to minimize or eliminate plastic usage will also be discussed. Veterans/Military families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please register!  Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, March 10, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= CANCELLED: Own the Mic Thursday, March 12, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Fun public speaking games & activities in a stress-free environment. Do you like to tell stories to your friends? Do you like to talk to people about things that interest you? Then Own the Mic is for you! Take the nerves out of public speaking with this FREE 6-week 4-H program for all youth grades 3-8. Registration is required by February 26, 2020.  Free Rachel Nocella, rn278@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 244 ========================================= Healthy Snacking with Hannah Sunday, March 15, 2020 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Flower Memorial Library, 229 Washington Street , Watertown, NY 13601 Learn how to make chocolate chip granola bites and fizzy fruit juice! This class will be located in the Community Room at Flower Memorial Library, 229 Washington St. Watertown. Free Hannah Alday, hea9@cornell.edu ========================================= 4-H Environmental Science Club Sunday, March 15, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 4-H Camp Wabasso, 43101 County Route 21 , Redwood, New York 13679 Do you care about preserving the natural environment through citizen science? Do you enjoy being outdoors? If so, join the 4-H Environmental Science Club! The club will take place the 3rd Sunday of every month from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. This month, come and learn about the maple syrup tapping process and enjoy some healthy pancakes with real maple syrup! Our March meeting is Sunday, March 15th at 2:00 PM at 4-H Camp Wabasso. The club is free and open to all 4th - 8th graders.  Free Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= The Magic Years - Webinar Thursday, March 19, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu.Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= CANCELLED: Own the Mic Thursday, March 19, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Fun public speaking games & activities in a stress-free environment. Do you like to tell stories to your friends? Do you like to talk to people about things that interest you? Then Own the Mic is for you! Take the nerves out of public speaking with this FREE 6-week 4-H program for all youth grades 3-8. Registration is required by February 26, 2020.  Free Rachel Nocella, rn278@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 244 ========================================= The Middle Years - Webinar Thursday, March 19, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu. This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years - Webinar Thursday, March 26, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu.Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= CANCELLED: Own the Mic Thursday, March 26, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Fun public speaking games & activities in a stress-free environment. Do you like to tell stories to your friends? Do you like to talk to people about things that interest you? Then Own the Mic is for you! Take the nerves out of public speaking with this FREE 6-week 4-H program for all youth grades 3-8. Registration is required by February 26, 2020.  Free Rachel Nocella, rn278@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 244 ========================================= The Middle Years - Webinar Thursday, March 26, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu. This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Community Garden Training Webinar Friday, March 27, 2020 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Join us as we discuss the "how-to's" of starting community and school based gardens with information on irrigation systems from the Chapin Living Waters Foundation. Bringing fresh vegetables and healthy activity through community gardens is a growing trend. Community leaders, neighborhoods, schools, faith-based organizations, and the public who are interested in community gardening are encouraged to attend!This workshop will take place virtually, via Zoom. The information for Zoom can be found below. When: Mar 27, 2020 09:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/upMud-qvrzksw7O6HeOHGhYZATJS3n1qAQAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.  Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Public Presentations Saturday, March 28, 2020 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Public presentations are an opportunity for youth to learn how to speak in front of an audience. Choose from a Demonstration, Illustrated Talk, Formal Speech, Creative Communication, or an Interview. For an overview of the different presentation styles, visit www.ccejefferson.org/4-h-youth. This is free and open to all youth ages 6-18. Registration is required! Please register by March 20th. Free Sabrina DeRue, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years - Webinar Thursday, April 2, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu.Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years - Webinar Thursday, April 2, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu. This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, April 7, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years - Webinar Thursday, April 9, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu.Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years - Webinar Thursday, April 9, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu. This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Webinar Saturday, April 11, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm This workshop will take place virtually, in webinar form. To register, please see the information below. Have you always wanted a vegetable garden? This program will include: Garden planningSite selection and preparationMaintenancePest controlGain the confidence to grow your own fresh produce!When: Apr 11, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrc-Csqz0vAPvYWJHwVy6UFMBpt4-jkQAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. $5.00 per person; Free for Veterans and Military Families Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= CANCELLED: High Tunnel Bramble Workshop Saturday, April 18, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.Canadian production of raspberries and blackberries in high tunnels provides a blueprint for long-season production of high-quality berries in a northern climate. This free program will discuss growing methods to stagger production of berries throughout the growing season using a combination of cold-storage, pruning, and varietal selection. Marketing methods and regional opportunities for sales will also be discussed. Veterans/Military families are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please register! Free Michael Nuckols, msn62@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 227 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, April 22, 2020 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 Magic Years - Webinar Thursday, April 23, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu.Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years - Webinar Thursday, April 23, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu. This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years - Webinar Thursday, April 30, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu.Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years - Webinar Thursday, April 30, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This class will take place virtually in a webinar format. To register, please email Nicole at new39@cornell.edu or Joe at jdb293@cornell.edu. This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, May 12, 2020 9:00 am - 11:00 am Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= GEM Educator Training Friday, May 15, 2020 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Get experience in mindfulness. An awareness and acceptance stress management program for ages 10 and up.If you do not have the GEM curriculum, you will need to purchase prior to training, along with the cost of training which is $15.00 (training and purchase of curriculum is covered for Walmart grantees). Lunch will be provided. Materials and supplies will be provided.  Stephanie Graf, Sag58@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 251 ========================================= 2020 Youth Recognition Awards Luncheon Tuesday, May 19, 2020 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Chipotle, 1290 Arsenal St. Suite 7, Watertown, NY 13601 The Jefferson County Youth Bureau Advisory Board presents the 2020 Youth Recognition Awards Luncheon! The cost is $26.00 per person. Please make checks payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County. Please RSVP by May 8th with payment. $26.00 / person Lisa Vaughn, lgv6@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 261 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, May 21, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, May 21, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, May 28, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, May 28, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, June 4, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, June 4, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= 4-H Camp Wabasso Open House Saturday, June 6, 2020 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 4-H Camp Wabasso, 43101 County Route 21 , Redwood, New York 13679 This is your opportunity to visit camp, check out the facilities, and meet with some of our camp staff. The camp will be open from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for guided tours and a free lunch. Even if your family has been to camp before, stop by and enjoy the scenery. Free Sabrina DeRue, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, June 9, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, June 11, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, June 11, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, June 18, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, June 18, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, June 25, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, June 25, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Career Explorations Conference Tuesday, June 30, 2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Cornell University, 201 Stocking Hall , Ithaca , New York 14853 We have a unique opportunity with limited spots for teens in the following schools: Watertown, Indian River, Belleville Henderson, Beaver River, Copenhagen, LaFargeville, Alexandria Central, Thousand Islands, Gouverneur, Immaculate Heart Central, and military youth in 7th-11th grades to go to the NYS 4-H Career Explorations Conference at Cornell University at no cost! Spots will be awarded on a first come first serve basis. Transportation is provided! A bus will leave from the CCE Office (203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown) at 8:00 AM on June 30th and return at 5:00 PM on July 2nd.  The applications are due by May 27th.  For more information and the application, contact Briana Lusher at 315-788-8450 or bml98@cornell.edu.  Brianna Lusher, bml98@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 268 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, July 7, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Auction Saturday, July 11, 2020 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Jefferson County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall , 970 Coffeen Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Individuals, families, and businesses are welcome to come support 4-H youth by purchasing an animal in the thrill and excitement of a live auction! Located in the Livestock Tent at the Jefferson County Fair.  Rachel Nocella, rn278@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 244 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2020 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 Magic Years Thursday, August 6, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, August 6, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, August 11, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, August 13, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, August 13, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Outdoor Adventure Day at Fort Drum Saturday, August 15, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Natural Resources Outreach Facility Bldg. 2507, NYS Rte 26 , Fort Drum, NY 13601 A day filled with air rifle, archery, camping, agriculture, geocaching, climbing wall, wildland fire, firearm safety, outdoor cooking, law enforcement, geology & mining, fishing & fly tying, trapping & skinning, wildlife management, wilderness survival, and 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 & Open to the Public Samantha Hollister, sh2498@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 235 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, August 20, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, August 20, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, August 27, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, August 27, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, September 8, 2020 9:00 am - 11:00 am Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, September 10, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, September 10, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, September 17, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 Children change so much in the first four years! This free course will help you find successful ways to navigate through these challenging, yet rewarding, times. Free! Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, September 17, 2020 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventures Weekend Friday, September 18, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 4-H Camp Wabasso, 43101 County Route 21 , Redwood, New York 13679 "Where the Wild Things Are" Programming will include:Wild EdiblesWildlife Habitat Education Program (WHEP)Wilderness Survival Skillsand more! Open to youth ages 8-18. Stay tuned for more information! Sabrina DeRue, sld95@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 8, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 8, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, October 13, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 15, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 15, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 21, 2020 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 Magic Years Thursday, October 22, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 22, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 29, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 29, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, November 5, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, November 5, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, November 12, 2020 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 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, November 12, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 This fun and interactive six-week workshop is designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting to caregivers of children 5-10 years old. Free Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, November 17, 2020 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Tuesday, December 8, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 13601 A two-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce. Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce.developing skills for helping children cope.post-separation parenting.co-parenting versus parallel parenting.communicating effectively between households.identifying and managing stress for parents and children. $75 Nicole Wetzel, new39@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 276 =========================================