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legos

4-H Lego Engineering Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025

Free and open to youth ages 5-7.Youth will use LEGOs to collaborate with peers and learn basic engineering design principles.For more information contact: Dylan Lundy Del223@cornell.edu

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Community group meeting, diverse figures, people of color

Board of Director's Meeting

Thursday, May 8, 2025

Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. 

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Fast Track to Farming

Fast Track to Farming - May 2025

Friday, May 9, 2025

Are you interested in farming or homesteading but not sure where to start? Or do you want to explore ways to diversify your farm? Attend our FREE, 2-day fast track course to explore different forms of agriculture and learn about the basics of starting and running an agribusiness.Day one topi...

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Fast Track to Farming

Fast Track to Farming - May 2025

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Are you interested in farming or homesteading but not sure where to start? Or do you want to explore ways to diversify your farm? Attend our FREE, 2-day fast track course to explore different forms of agriculture and learn about the basics of starting and running an agribusiness.Day one topi...

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4-H Livestock Auction

4-H Livestock Readiness Program

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Interested in learning about raising different livestock animals and getting them ready to show at the Jefferson County Fair? Join us for this year's 4-H Livestock Readiness Program! Topics include: March 18th - Your 4-H Animal Project Start to Finish April 1st - YQCA (Youth f...

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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plant sale

Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Plant Sale!The sale will feature:  Annuals Perennials Herbs Vegetables Houseplants Trees Shrubs and more!We recommend coming early for the best selection! 

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Beyond ready

Beyond Ready - A CYFAR Training

Monday, May 19, 2025

We are excited to host Beyond Ready, a 2-day program for professionals working with military youth, brought to us by North Carolina State University, through the Children, Youth, & Families at Risk (CYFAR) Professional Development Technical Assistance (PDTA) grant.

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Beyond ready

Beyond Ready - A CYFAR Training

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

We are excited to host Beyond Ready, a 2-day program for professionals working with military youth, brought to us by North Carolina State University, through the Children, Youth, & Families at Risk (CYFAR) Professional Development Technical Assistance (PDTA) grant.

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show animal

County Fair 4-H Animal Entry Workshop

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Need help filling out your youth animal entry forms for this year's Jefferson County Fair? Stop by our office on Wednesday, May 21st between 6 PM - 7 PM to get help from Abbey Birchenough!We will meet in the upstairs conference room at the CCE Jefferson office. Please bring all animal informa...

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Tween and teen years

Tween & Teen Years Program

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

The Tween & Teen Years curriculum is designed for families with children 11 to 18 years of age who are looking for ways to enhance their parenting skills. The two-night program will provide tools and information on tween and teen development, communication, and more. A free meal will be prov...

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Tween and teen years

Tween & Teen Years Program

Thursday, May 29, 2025

The Tween & Teen Years curriculum is designed for families with children 11 to 18 years of age who are looking for ways to enhance their parenting skills. The two-night program will provide tools and information on tween and teen development, communication, and more. A free meal will be prov...

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4-H Livestock Auction

4-H Livestock Readiness Program

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Interested in learning about raising different livestock animals and getting them ready to show at the Jefferson County Fair? Join us for this year's 4-H Livestock Readiness Program! Topics include: March 18th - Your 4-H Animal Project Start to Finish April 1st - YQCA (Youth f...

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Community group meeting, diverse figures, people of color

Board of Director's Meeting

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. 

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small ruminants (sheep or goat)

Tri-County 4-H Livestock Showmanship Clinic

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Open to youth in Jefferson, Lewis, and neighboring counties. Featuring sessions on the following species: sheep, poultry, rabbits, and goats. Questions? Contact:Abbey Birchenough at 315-788-8450 or aej48@cornell.eduDenise DeVoe at 315-376-5272 or dcd242@cornell.eduCarmen Hostetter at 315-379-9192...

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Dairy Prospects Application

Dairy Prospects Program - Application Deadline

Sunday, June 15, 2025

Who should apply: High school students (starting grades 9 through 12 in Sept 2025) in Jefferson, Lewis or St. Lawrence Counties who are interested in discovering exciting opportunities in the dairy industry. What will you do: Dairy Prospects is a one-year adventure with hands-on le...

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chickens

Jefferson County Pullorum Testing Clinic

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

This is for anyone with chickens, turkeys, and other poultry they are looking to show at a fair in NYS.Birds will be tested for pullorum. A negative test, or proof the bird is from a pullorum-typhoid free flock is required for exhibition in NYS. *not required for waterfowl, doves, or pigeons...

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Community group meeting, diverse figures, people of color

Board of Director's Meeting

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. 

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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livestock auction 2025

4-H Livestock Auction

Saturday, July 19, 2025

Support 4-H youth and join us for another 4-H Livestock Auction!Individuals, families, and businesses are invited to purchase livestock raised by 4-H youth! Animals will be sold LIVE. Free trucking will be provided from the fair to the processor. Cash and check are the only accepted payment ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Community group meeting, diverse figures, people of color

Board of Director's Meeting

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. 

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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Strengthening families

Strengthening Families

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Help build your family's communication and relationship skills as your children grow into young adults. Adults and youth have separate meetings in the first hour, followed by a join session in the second hour. Strengthening Families meets weekly. For ages 10-13 and the important adults in their ...

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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Community group meeting, diverse figures, people of color

Board of Director's Meeting

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. 

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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Community group meeting, diverse figures, people of color

Board of Director's Meeting

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Board meetings are generally the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Board meetings are typically held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County office at 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown. 

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beekeeping forum

2025 Beekeeper Forum

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beek...

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