4-H Shooting Sports Wednesday, November 12, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Open to youth ages 10 and up. Long pants, sweatshirt, and closed toe shoes (not crocs) are required on the range at all times.For more information contact: Mary McNut 315-353-5244 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkAGvWJhkTlNUq2 ========================================= Houseplant Fundraiser Saturday, November 15, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Support our Master Gardener Volunteers and the Sue Gwise Scholarship by purchasing beautiful houseplants! Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Wednesday, November 19, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Open to youth ages 10 and up. Long pants, sweatshirt, and closed toe shoes (not crocs) are required on the range at all times.For more information contact: Mary McNut 315-353-5244 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkAGvWJhkTlNUq2 ========================================= 2025 Beekeeper Forum Thursday, November 20, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 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. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. 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. Please check our social media accounts for any possible announcement of meeting cancellations.  Free Makayla Dickinson, mrd275@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 266 ========================================= Jefferson County Small Ruminant Producers Group Friday, November 21, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Join Sheep & Goat producers from Jefferson County & neighboring counties for learning and discussion!This meeting features guest speaker, Adriana Zolini from Gold Star, to discuss minerals for sheep & goats.Contact Abbey Birchenough at aej48@cornell.edu or 315-788-8450 ext. 278 to register. FREE Abigail Birchenough , aej48@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 278 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Wednesday, December 3, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Open to youth ages 10 and up. Long pants, sweatshirt, and closed toe shoes (not crocs) are required on the range at all times.For more information contact: Mary McNut 315-353-5244 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkAGvWJhkTlNUq2 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Wednesday, December 10, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Open to youth ages 10 and up. Long pants, sweatshirt, and closed toe shoes (not crocs) are required on the range at all times.For more information contact: Mary McNut 315-353-5244 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkAGvWJhkTlNUq2 ========================================= Board of Director's Meeting Thursday, December 11, 2025 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.  Erin Parnapy, eo273@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 246 ========================================= 2025 Beekeeper Forum Thursday, December 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 North Hamilton Street , Watertown, New York 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. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. 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. Please check our social media accounts for any possible announcement of meeting cancellations.  Free Makayla Dickinson, mrd275@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 266 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, January 15, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, January 20, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, January 22, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, January 27, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, January 29, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Tri County Crop Congress Thursday, January 29, 2026 9:45 am - 3:00 pm Elks Club - Carthage, 511 Fulton Street , Carthage, New York 13619 Join us for a presentation on crop, nutrient, and pest management. This event will offer 2.0 NYS DEC credits and 3.5 CCA credits pending approval.Speakers and topics include: Joe Lawrence; Dairy Forage Systems Management w/ Pro Dairy: Silage Management & Managing forages after a drought seasonDr. Quirine M. Ketterings; Professor of Nutrient Management, Cornell University/ Juan Carlos Ramos Tanchez w/ Nutrient Management Spear Program: Value/Power of ManureDr. Vipan Kumar; Associate Professor/Extension Weed Specialist w/ School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University: Update on Integrated Weed Management in Field CropsMike Hunter; Field Crops IPM Coordinator w/ Cornell Integrated Pest Management: Update on Insect Pests in Field Crops $25.00 Includes Lunch Eric Antrim, esa63@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 242 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=CropCongress_2026-2_222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, February 3, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, February 10, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, February 12, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, February 17, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, February 19, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, February 24, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, February 26, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, March 5, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, March 10, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, March 12, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, March 17, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Thursday, March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 ========================================= Master Gardener Training Tuesday, March 24, 2026 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St. , Watertown, NY 13601 Interested in becoming a Master Gardener? Attend our Master Gardener Training for Jefferson and Lewis County Residents. Trainings will run January 15-March 24, 2026, on Tuesdays 9 AM - 2 PM & Thursdays 9 AM - 12 PMWhat you'll learn:Essential Gardening Techniques - The basics of soil preparation, watering, and plant care.IPM Practices - Identify pest/diseases and management practices.Teaching and Action Projects - Engage and present in your communities.Plus: Plant propagation, invasive species, resources, garden themes.  Cierra Williams, clw247@cornell.edu, 315-788-8450 ext. 222 =========================================