4-H Junior Shooting Sports Thursday, April 25, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Alexandria Bay American Legion, 9 Rock Street , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the building during practice. Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= 4-H Livestock Readiness Program Monday, April 29, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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 - Recordkeeping: The Key to Success April 15th - Nutrition & Feeding for Optimal Growth April 29th - Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) Training May 14th - Let's Talk to the Vet: Health Requirements June 3rd - Finding & Recruiting Buyers for Your Animals *youth must be enrolled in 4-H Free Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/LivestockReadiness_222 ========================================= 4-H Junior Shooting Sports Thursday, May 2, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Alexandria Bay American Legion, 9 Rock Street , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the building during practice. Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= 4-H Agricultural Club Thursday, May 2, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture  Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4HAgricultureClub-2_222 ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, May 3, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= Community Renewables and Heat Pumps Presentation Saturday, May 4, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Macsherry Library, 112 Walton St , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Join us for free coffee and money-saving giveaways! Learn about community renewables and heat pumps. Free Eamonn LaDue, el692@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 280 ========================================= Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Judging Practices Wednesday, May 8, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Learn how to judge dairy cows, take good notes, give oral reasons, and more! Open to all youth who are interested. Wednesday, May 8th at 6 PMCCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYLearn the basics of judging before we practice with live cows! Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PMPorter's: 19251 County Route 62, Watertown, NY Thursday, June 27th at 1 PM Hylight Farms, LLC: 13723 Smithville Rd. Adams, NY  Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= 4-H Agricultural Club Thursday, May 9, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture  Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4HAgricultureClub-2_222 ========================================= 4-H Junior Shooting Sports Thursday, May 9, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Alexandria Bay American Legion, 9 Rock Street , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the building during practice. Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= Fast Track to Farming Friday, May 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Free Two-Day Course for Beginning Farmers Interested in farming but don't know where to start? Exploring ways to diversify your farm? Learn about starting and operating an agribusiness and the different forms of agriculture with this free two day fast track course. Friday, May 10th - 6-8 PM Land Acquisition Finance Risk Management Business Planning Saturday, May 11th - 5-9 PM Horticulture Livestock Value-Added Processing  Free Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FTTF2_222 ========================================= Fast Track to Farming Saturday, May 11, 2024 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Free Two-Day Course for Beginning Farmers Interested in farming but don't know where to start? Exploring ways to diversify your farm? Learn about starting and operating an agribusiness and the different forms of agriculture with this free two day fast track course. Friday, May 10th - 6-8 PM Land Acquisition Finance Risk Management Business Planning Saturday, May 11th - 5-9 PM Horticulture Livestock Value-Added Processing  Free Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FTTF2_222 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Readiness Program Tuesday, May 14, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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 - Recordkeeping: The Key to Success April 15th - Nutrition & Feeding for Optimal Growth April 29th - Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) Training May 14th - Let's Talk to the Vet: Health Requirements June 3rd - Finding & Recruiting Buyers for Your Animals *youth must be enrolled in 4-H Free Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/LivestockReadiness_222 ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= 4-H Agricultural Club Thursday, May 16, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture  Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4HAgricultureClub-2_222 ========================================= 4-H Junior Shooting Sports Thursday, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Alexandria Bay American Legion, 9 Rock Street , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the building during practice. Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= 2024 Jefferson County Beekeeping Forum Thursday, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping and beekeepers of all levels. Registration is not required. Held every third Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM.  Free ========================================= Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 There will be: Annuals Perennials Herbs Vegetables Houseplants Trees Shrubs Lots of surprises! The 4-H Peeps & Squeaks Club will also be selling houseplants, rabbit manure, and baked goods! Sue Gwise, Sjg42@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 243 ========================================= Composting Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Online Event Interested in saving some of your food waste? Join us for a webinar about the awareness of composting and ways to make your own pile of compost. Zoom link will be sent after registration.  Free Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Composting_222 ========================================= 4-H Agricultural Club Thursday, May 23, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture  Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4HAgricultureClub-2_222 ========================================= 4-H Junior Shooting Sports Thursday, May 23, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Alexandria Bay American Legion, 9 Rock Street , Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 Learn the basic fundamentals of air rifles while having the opportunity to shoot in an indoor range. Learn gun and range safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Youth must be 12-18 years of age. 4-H enrollment is required. No cost! Parents/guardians are required to stay in the building during practice. Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu ========================================= Lawns to Meadows Saturday, May 25, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Tired of your regular lawn? Join us to see how you can turn your yard into a beautiful meadow! Free Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Composting_222 ========================================= Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Judging Practices Wednesday, May 29, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Learn how to judge dairy cows, take good notes, give oral reasons, and more! Open to all youth who are interested. Wednesday, May 8th at 6 PMCCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYLearn the basics of judging before we practice with live cows! Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PMPorter's: 19251 County Route 62, Watertown, NY Thursday, June 27th at 1 PM Hylight Farms, LLC: 13723 Smithville Rd. Adams, NY  Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= 4-H Agricultural Club Thursday, May 30, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture  Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4HAgricultureClub-2_222 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Showmanship Clinic Saturday, June 1, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis County Fairgrounds, 5485 Bostwick St. , Lowville, NY 13367 Open to youth in Jefferson, Lewis, and neighboring counties. Featuring sessions on the following species: sheep, poultry, rabbits, and goats. $10/youth; includes snacks and t-shirt Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/LivestockShowmanship2024_222 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Readiness Program Monday, June 3, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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 - Recordkeeping: The Key to Success April 15th - Nutrition & Feeding for Optimal Growth April 29th - Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) Training May 14th - Let's Talk to the Vet: Health Requirements June 3rd - Finding & Recruiting Buyers for Your Animals *youth must be enrolled in 4-H Free Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/LivestockReadiness_222 ========================================= 4-H Agricultural Club Thursday, June 6, 2024 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Open to youth in 7th-12th grade Learn about various ways to use STEM in agriculture and food industries in New York State Learn about basic STEM principles through interactive hands-on activities Learn skills that are necessary to pursue STEM Degrees and careers in agriculture  Free Kara Coon, kjc264@cornell.edu Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/4HAgricultureClub-2_222 ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, June 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= Jefferson County Pullorum Testing Clinic Monday, June 17, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 This is a clinic where birds are tested for pullorum. A negative test, or proof the bird is from a pullorum-typhoid free flock is required for exhibition in NYS. This is for anyone with chickens, turkeys, and other poultry they are looking to show at a fair in NYS. *not required for waterfowl, doves, or pigeons Please pre-register for this clinic by contacting Abbey Jantzi.  Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, June 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= 2024 Jefferson County Beekeeping Forum Thursday, June 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping and beekeepers of all levels. Registration is not required. Held every third Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM.  Free ========================================= Jefferson County 4-H Dairy Judging Practices Thursday, June 27, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Learn how to judge dairy cows, take good notes, give oral reasons, and more! Open to all youth who are interested. Wednesday, May 8th at 6 PMCCE Jefferson Office: 203 N. Hamilton St. Watertown, NYLearn the basics of judging before we practice with live cows! Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PMPorter's: 19251 County Route 62, Watertown, NY Thursday, June 27th at 1 PM Hylight Farms, LLC: 13723 Smithville Rd. Adams, NY  Abigail Jantzi, aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, July 5, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, July 18, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= 2024 Jefferson County Beekeeping Forum Thursday, July 18, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping and beekeepers of all levels. Registration is not required. Held every third Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM.  Free ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, August 2, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, September 6, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, September 19, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, October 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, October 24, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, November 1, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= What's Bugging You? Webinars Friday, December 6, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Each month, experts will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.  January 5: Winter Tree & Shrub Pruning | 2023 First Friday Recap February 2: NYS Plant Regulations | Choosing Native Plants March 1: Changes to Home Garden Insecticide in NY| Tick Blitz April 5: Weed ID | Rats in Vegetable Gardens May 3: No-Mow May | What to do with Grass Clippings June 7: Tick & Mosquito Yard Treatments | Myth: Mosquito Repellent Plants July 5: Japanese Beetle Management | Aphid-Eating Insects August 2: Spotted Lanternfly Update | Box Tree Moth Update September 6: Back to School: Bed Bugs | Head Lice October 4: Identifying Pests in Your Home November 1: 2024 Tick Blitz Results | No Spray Needed December 6: Feed the Birds | Repurposing a Holiday Tree  FREE ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, December 19, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 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.  Diana Young, dy325@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 319 =========================================