The Magic Years Thursday, August 16, 2018 3:00 pm - 5:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Pollinator Investigators Thursday, August 16, 2018 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm New York State Zoo at Thompson Park (1 Thompson Park Watertown , New York 13601) Join us for two fun filled days of hands-on activities learning all about bees, bats, humming birds, butterflies, and moths. Activities include planting native pollinator gardens, constructing bee hotels, making butterfly feeders, and building hummingbird feeders. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, contact SueAnn Carroll at 315-788-8450 ext. 254 or at sc2477@cornell.edu. Free and open to all youth ages 8-14 SueAnn Carroll, sc2477@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, August 16, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Workshop for Kids - Salvation Army Friday, August 17, 2018 10:30 am - 11:30 am Salvation Army (723 State Street Watertown , New York 13601) Join us for this free workshop for kids and learn about the Harvest of the Month. 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. Melons are the August Harvest of the Month! Free Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Outdoor Adventure Day at Fort Drum Saturday, August 18, 2018 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Natural Resources Outreach Facility Bldg. 2507 (NYS Rte 26 Fort Drum, NY 13601) A day filled with archery, agriculture, fishing & fly tying, air rifle shooting, camping, sailing & boating, geocaching, law enforcement, geology & mining, wildland fire, climbing wall, trapping & skinning, wildlife management, firearm safety, outdoor cooking, timber sports, forest products, 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 Stephanie Graf, Sag58@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 251 ========================================= Fall 2018 Master Gardener Interest Meeting Wednesday, August 22, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM.For more information and to sign-up, please attend our informational meeting on August 22, from 10 AM - 12 PM at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County. Attendance at this meeting is mandatory to register for training.  Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Harvest of the Month - Midtown Towers Wednesday, August 22, 2018 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Midtown Towers (142 Mechanic Street Watertown, NY 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. Melons are the August Harvest of the Month!Reservation required, please call 315-686-4400 Free Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Harvest of the Month - The Urban Mission Thursday, August 23, 2018 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Watertown Urban Mission (247 Factory Street Watertown, NY 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. Melons are the August Harvest of the Month! Free Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, August 23, 2018 3:00 pm - 5:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, August 23, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Fun and interactive workshops designed to explain the best practices in child development and parenting. These workshops are for caregivers of children 5-10 years old. To register for this six-week course, call Donna at 315-788-8450. Free! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Harvest of the Month - Community Action Tuesday, August 28, 2018 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CAPC (518 Davidson 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. Melons are the August Harvest of the Month! Free Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Harvest of the Month - Skyline Apartments Tuesday, August 28, 2018 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Skyline Apartments (454 Mill Street Watertown, NY 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. Melons are the August Harvest of the Month! Free Maureen Larkins, mel277@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Summer Send Off Event Wednesday, August 29, 2018 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Salmon Run Mall (21182 Salmon Run Mall Loop W Watertown, New York 13601) Learn more about Eat Smart New York and Harvest of the Month at this Summer Send off Event at the Salmon Run Mall. Free Wanda Collins , Wlc24@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 258 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Monday, September 10, 2018 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce.Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 12, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Our Annual Meeting will be held on October 24th at the Elk's Lodge in Watertown. Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, September 13, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, September 13, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, September 13, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Preserving Meats Canning Class Saturday, September 15, 2018 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Learn the best ways to preserve meats. Register today online or by calling 315-788-8450. $15 Cathy Chrisman, Cac398@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 321 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, September 18, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Farm Tour for Veterans and Military Families Wednesday, September 19, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Wind Swept Meadows Farm (17025 Zoar Road Watertown, NY 13601) Please join Tom and Delta Keeney as they give a tour of their farm which is home to many different livestock, fresh vegetables, and the Miracles by the Acre CSA. Register online or RSVP to Alyssa Couse at amc557@cornell.edu or 315-788-8450 ext. 278.Lunch with locally-sourced food will follow the tour!  Free Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= A Taste of Spain: Cooking Tapas Wednesday, September 19, 2018 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Join us to learn how to create your own authentic Tapas. Registration is required. $30.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, September 20, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, September 20, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, September 20, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Growing American Ginseng in the Southern Tier Saturday, September 22, 2018 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 1609 NYS Rt. 79 Windsor, NY 13865 Join ginseng expert, Bob Beyfuss for a classroom presentation followed by a woods walk. Learn how to get started growing American ginseng on forested land. Learn how to assess a forested site for suitability for growing wild simulated ginseng. Get a copy of "The Practical Guide to Growing Ginseng" by Bob Beyfuss. Space is limited! CCE Jefferson will transport up to 5 people to the location.  $25/ person, FREE for Veterans and Military Personnel Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, September 25, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, September 27, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, September 27, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, September 27, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, October 2, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, October 4, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 4, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 4, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Agriculture and Natural Resources Advisory Committee Tuesday, October 9, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members advises our agricultural staff on specific needs of farmers in our area and how to engage them. Catherine Moore, Cmm17@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 236 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, October 9, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, October 9, 2018 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce.Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 11, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, October 11, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 11, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, October 16, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Youth and Family Advisory Committee Wednesday, October 17, 2018 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members advises our youth, family, and community development staff on the needs of youth and families in our communities and how to reach them with our programs. Stephanie Graf, Sag58@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 251 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 18, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, October 18, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, October 18, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training Monday, October 22, 2018 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Farm Credit East (25417 NYS Route 12 Watertown , New York 13601) Who Should Attend?The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is an educational program for farmers, employees and agri-service people who work directly with dairy cows and calves. It will cover the physiology of calving, best practices for calving interventions, and calf care immediately after delivery and in the crucial days afterward. Program Details:The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is a two-day program held two weeks apart. It will be held on-farm with a combination of presentations, demonstrations, farm walk-throughs and discussion. Each day runs from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Participants can sign up for both or just one day. Registration is $75 for both days, or $40 for one day. This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits. DAY 1 - Care of the Cow and Calf During CalvingCalving AssistanceAssessing Calving SituationsDelivery and Immediate Calf CareDAY 2 - Caring for NeonatesInitial Calf Care ConsiderationsMedication and Supplementation (not specific protocols)Key Points in SanitationPhysical Exam of the CalfMethods for Medicating CalvesCommunication and Training for Successful Calf Care ProgramQuestions? Contact Kimberley Morrill at 603-568-1404 or kmm434@cornell.edu $75 for both days, or $40 for one day ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, October 23, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training Tuesday, October 23, 2018 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Miner Institute (586 Ridge Road Chazy, NY 12921) Who Should Attend?The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is an educational program for farmers, employees and agri-service people who work directly with dairy cows and calves. It will cover the physiology of calving, best practices for calving interventions, and calf care immediately after delivery and in the crucial days afterward.Program Details:The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is a two-day program held two weeks apart. It will be held on-farm with a combination of presentations, demonstrations, farm walk-throughs and discussion. Each day runs from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Participants can sign up for both or just one day. Registration is $75 for both days, or $40 for one day. This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits. DAY 1 - Care of the Cow and Calf During CalvingCalving AssistanceAssessing Calving SituationsDelivery and Immediate Calf CareDAY 2 - Caring for NeonatesInitial Calf Care ConsiderationsMedication and Supplementation (not specific protocols)Key Points in SanitationPhysical Exam of the CalfMethods for Medicating CalvesCommunication and Training for Successful Calf Care ProgramQuestions? Contact Kimberley Morrill at 603-568-1404 or kmm434@cornell.edu $75 for both days, $40 for one day Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Nutrition and Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 24, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members assists our nutrition staff with ideas and programs to assist our residents in making healthy choices the easier choices. Amanda Root, Arr27@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 273 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, October 24, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Our Annual Meeting will be held on October 24th at the Elk's Lodge in Watertown. Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, October 25, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Mushroom Workshop Saturday, October 27, 2018 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Join us and learn about growing mushrooms. All materials will be supplied for log-grown mushrooms. Each participant will take home an inoculated log. Reserve your seat today!  $30/person, FREE for Veterans and Military Personnel Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, October 30, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, November 1, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, November 1, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Produce Grower and Produce Safety Alliance Thursday, November 1, 2018 8:00 am - 5:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Save the Date! Our Produce Grower and Produce Safety Alliance courses will take place on November 1st & 2nd from 8:00AM - 5:45PM. Both the course and certificate of attendance are free! Content to include:  An intro to produce safetyWorker health, hygiene, and trainingSoil amendmentsWildlife, domesticated animals, and land useWater usePost-harvest handling and sanitationHow to develop a farm food safety planMore information to come! For questions, contact us at 315-788-8450. Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, November 1, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Produce Grower and Produce Safety Alliance Friday, November 2, 2018 8:00 am - 5:45 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Save the Date! Our Produce Grower and Produce Safety Alliance courses will take place on November 1st & 2nd from 8:00AM - 5:45PM. Both the course and certificate of attendance are free! Content to include:  An intro to produce safetyWorker health, hygiene, and trainingSoil amendmentsWildlife, domesticated animals, and land useWater usePost-harvest handling and sanitationHow to develop a farm food safety planMore information to come! For questions, contact us at 315-788-8450. Free Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training Monday, November 5, 2018 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Farm Credit East (25417 NYS Route 12 Watertown , New York 13601) Who Should Attend?The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is an educational program for farmers, employees and agri-service people who work directly with dairy cows and calves. It will cover the physiology of calving, best practices for calving interventions, and calf care immediately after delivery and in the crucial days afterward. Program Details:The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is a two-day program held two weeks apart. It will be held on-farm with a combination of presentations, demonstrations, farm walk-throughs and discussion. Each day runs from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Participants can sign up for both or just one day. Registration is $75 for both days, or $40 for one day. This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits. DAY 1 - Care of the Cow and Calf During CalvingCalving AssistanceAssessing Calving SituationsDelivery and Immediate Calf CareDAY 2 - Caring for NeonatesInitial Calf Care ConsiderationsMedication and Supplementation (not specific protocols)Key Points in SanitationPhysical Exam of the CalfMethods for Medicating CalvesCommunication and Training for Successful Calf Care ProgramQuestions? Contact Kimberley Morrill at 603-568-1404 or kmm434@cornell.edu $75 for both days, or $40 for one day ========================================= Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training Tuesday, November 6, 2018 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Miner Institute (586 Ridge Road Chazy, NY 12921) Who Should Attend?The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is an educational program for farmers, employees and agri-service people who work directly with dairy cows and calves. It will cover the physiology of calving, best practices for calving interventions, and calf care immediately after delivery and in the crucial days afterward.Program Details:The Calving and Neonatal Calf Care Training is a two-day program held two weeks apart. It will be held on-farm with a combination of presentations, demonstrations, farm walk-throughs and discussion. Each day runs from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Participants can sign up for both or just one day. Registration is $75 for both days, or $40 for one day. This program is eligible for FSA Borrower Credits. DAY 1 - Care of the Cow and Calf During CalvingCalving AssistanceAssessing Calving SituationsDelivery and Immediate Calf CareDAY 2 - Caring for NeonatesInitial Calf Care ConsiderationsMedication and Supplementation (not specific protocols)Key Points in SanitationPhysical Exam of the CalfMethods for Medicating CalvesCommunication and Training for Successful Calf Care ProgramQuestions? Contact Kimberley Morrill at 603-568-1404 or kmm434@cornell.edu $75 for both days, $40 for one day Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, November 6, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Slow Cooker Meals Wednesday, November 7, 2018 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Learn how to prep meals ahead for those busy nights. Drop those meals into the crock-pot and you’ve got a delicious, home-cooked meal ready when you get home faster than you can say “Drive-Thru!” $35.00 April Bennett, Aln48@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 265 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, November 8, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, November 8, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, November 8, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, November 13, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce.Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Tuesday, November 13, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= 2018 Master Gardener Training Thursday, November 15, 2018 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Do you enjoy gardening and have a desire to share your knowledge and skills in the community? Join us for our Fall 2018 Master Gardener Training. Classes start September 13 and go through November 15. There are two classes per week. Tuesday classes are from 9 AM - 3 PM and Thursday classes are from 9 AM - 12 PM. $200 (materials provided) Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, November 15, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, November 15, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, November 29, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, November 29, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, December 5, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) Our Annual Meeting will be held on October 24th at the Elk's Lodge in Watertown. Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, December 6, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, December 6, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Agriculture and Natural Resources Advisory Committee Tuesday, December 11, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) This group of community members advises our agricultural staff on specific needs of farmers in our area and how to engage them. Catherine Moore, Cmm17@cornell.edu, (315) 788-8450 ext. 236 ========================================= Parenting After Separation or Divorce Workshop Tuesday, December 11, 2018 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County (203 North Hamilton Street Watertown, New York 13601) A three-hour program designed to assist parents in helping their children adjust to parental separation or divorce.Topics include:identifying parent/child reactions to divorce developing skills for helping children cope post-separation parentingco-parenting versus parallel parentingcommunicating effectively between householdsidentifying and managing stress for parents and children $75 Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Academy for Dairy Executives Wednesday, December 12, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This educational program is designed to provide progressive young dairy executives and agri-service personnel the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of the fast changing farming industry and provide the leadership and management skills necessary to run a successful farm. Attendance at all 3 sessions is highly recommended.Topics covered:Business Management and CommunicationBuilding Effective Management TeamsFinancial AssessmentBudgeting and Decision MakingStrategic Planning and Business Risk ManagementCommunity RelationsEmployee Engagement and ManagementAnd more! Session dates and locations are as follow: Session 1: December 12th-13th, Lake Placid, NYSession 2: January 30th-31st, Canton, NYSession 3: March 27th-28th, Clayton, NYTo register, please fill out this application (https://prodairy.cals.cornell.edu/conferences/academy/ ). Applications must be submitted by October 26, 2018. For assistance with applications, please contact Caroline Potter at cjh42@cornell.edu or 315-683-9268.For questions about the program, please contact Kelsey O'Shea at kio3@cornell.edu or 315-955-2785. Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, December 13, 2018 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= The Middle Years Thursday, December 13, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 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! Tom Wojcikowski, tdw26@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Academy for Dairy Executives Wednesday, January 30, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This educational program is designed to provide progressive young dairy executives and agri-service personnel the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of the fast changing farming industry and provide the leadership and management skills necessary to run a successful farm. Attendance at all 3 sessions is highly recommended.Topics covered:Business Management and CommunicationBuilding Effective Management TeamsFinancial AssessmentBudgeting and Decision MakingStrategic Planning and Business Risk ManagementCommunity RelationsEmployee Engagement and ManagementAnd more! Session dates and locations are as follow: Session 1: December 12th-13th, Lake Placid, NYSession 2: January 30th-31st, Canton, NYSession 3: March 27th-28th, Clayton, NYTo register, please fill out this application (https://prodairy.cals.cornell.edu/conferences/academy/ ). Applications must be submitted by October 26, 2018. For assistance with applications, please contact Caroline Potter at cjh42@cornell.edu or 315-683-9268.For questions about the program, please contact Kelsey O'Shea at kio3@cornell.edu or 315-955-2785. Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ========================================= Academy for Dairy Executives Wednesday, March 27, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This educational program is designed to provide progressive young dairy executives and agri-service personnel the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of the fast changing farming industry and provide the leadership and management skills necessary to run a successful farm. Attendance at all 3 sessions is highly recommended.Topics covered:Business Management and CommunicationBuilding Effective Management TeamsFinancial AssessmentBudgeting and Decision MakingStrategic Planning and Business Risk ManagementCommunity RelationsEmployee Engagement and ManagementAnd more! Session dates and locations are as follow: Session 1: December 12th-13th, Lake Placid, NYSession 2: January 30th-31st, Canton, NYSession 3: March 27th-28th, Clayton, NYTo register, please fill out this application (https://prodairy.cals.cornell.edu/conferences/academy/ ). Applications must be submitted by October 26, 2018. For assistance with applications, please contact Caroline Potter at cjh42@cornell.edu or 315-683-9268.For questions about the program, please contact Kelsey O'Shea at kio3@cornell.edu or 315-955-2785. Alyssa Couse, amc557@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 =========================================