Events
Learn to Grow Ginseng
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Join us for an evening on how to grow American Ginseng. During this workshop, we will cover the basics of ginseng botany, site selection criteria, planting, harvesting, and marketing. The workshop will include hands-on activity outside, where everyone will get to experience planting. The works...
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Women Owning Woodlands Game of Logging: Level 1
Monday, October 6, 2025
Game of Logging Level 1 - Game of Logging combines lecture with a hands-on component, so students can practice their newly learned skills. Game of Logging is widely recognized as a leader in logging safety. Game of Logging Level 1 introduces loggers chainsaw safety & operation as well as open ...
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Game of Logging: Level 1
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Game of Logging Level 1 - Game of Logging combines lecture with a hands-on component, so students can practice their newly learned skills. Game of Logging is widely recognized as a leader in logging safety. Game of Logging Level 1 introduces loggers chainsaw safety & operation as well as open...
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Forest Carbon Programs in New York State
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Are you a forestry professional interested in learning more about forest carbon and carbon markets? Join us for this immersive workshop to explore forest carbon’s role in the management of forests in New York State. During this workshop, participants will hear about carbon programs available t...
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Pickling in a Water Bath Canner
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Join Rebecca Polmateer, Master Food Preserver, to learn how to pickle vegetables and use a water bath canner.
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Indigenous People Day
Monday, October 13, 2025
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Anger Management 8-week series
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Looking to improve your anger management skills? Our 8-week anger management course is taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist, and utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the "What’s Good About ...
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Agroforestry Field Day at Arthur’s Point Farm
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Field Day at Arthur’s Point in Ghent. Come tour the farm, receive an introduction to the nursery, and experience the farm's different species of trees, plants, and agroforestry systems.
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Forest Carbon Programs in New York State
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Are you a forestry professional interested in learning more about forest carbon and carbon markets? Join us for this immersive workshop to explore forest carbon’s role in the management of forests in New York State. During this workshop, participants will hear about carbon programs available t...
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4-H Art Show
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Local 4-H artists will have on display artwork they have created in various mediums. Artwork on display will be available for purchase, with 90% of the purchase returning to the artists and 10% going to 4-H as a fundraiser. The opening will run from 1-3 pm and the public are encouraged to sto...
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ThinkDifferently 4-H Club in Columbia County
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Come join us on October 21, 2025 at 5:30pm for an information exchange night to discuss a new ThinkDifferently 4-H ClubAt the Columbia County Fair 1216 people stopped in to experience our Sensory Safe Space. This room was designed for neurodivergent youth to get away from the loud noises and brig...
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Columbia and Greene 4-H Fall Fun Archery Shoot
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Join us for a Fall Fun Archery Event, where youth will participate in seasonal games while improving their archery skills! All equipment will be provided. All youth must enroll in 4-H to participate. Due to the generous support of our sponsor, enrollment fees are waived for Columbia County Youth ...
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Forest Carbon Programs in New York State
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Are you a forestry professional interested in learning more about forest carbon and carbon markets? Join us for this immersive workshop to explore forest carbon’s role in the management of forests in New York State. During this workshop, participants will hear about carbon programs available t...
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How to Become a Taste NY Vendor: Secrets to Success
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Join us for an informational session on how to become a vendor at the Taste NY Store at the Capital Region Welcome Center. This free, in-person workshop will provide an overview of the vendor application process, store requirements, and opportunities available at this location. The Taste NY prog...
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Women Owning Woodlands Game of Logging: Level 1
Friday, November 7, 2025
Game of Logging Level 1 - Game of Logging combines lecture with a hands-on component, so students can practice their newly learned skills. Game of Logging is widely recognized as a leader in logging safety. Game of Logging Level 1 introduces loggers chainsaw safety & operation as well as open...
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Game of Logging: Level 1
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Game of Logging Level 1 - Game of Logging combines lecture with a hands-on component, so students can practice their newly learned skills. Game of Logging is widely recognized as a leader in logging safety. Game of Logging Level 1 introduces loggers chainsaw safety & operation as well as open...
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Holiday Wreath Workshop with the Master Gardener Volunteers
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Celebrate the season with creativity at the Master Gardener Volunteers’ annual Holiday Wreath Workshop! Join us on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 12 PM at either our Hudson office or Acra office for a hands-on, relaxing morning of wreath-making. For $45, you’ll receive ...
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Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27, 2025
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Holiday Arrangement Workshop at North Chatham Free Library
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Get into the holiday spirit by designing your own natural seasonal centerpiece! Join Master Gardener Volunteer Linda Levitt on Sunday, December 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM (snow date Friday, December 12) at the North Chatham Free Library for a hands-on, festive workshop.You’ll craft a unique table...
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Winter Break
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
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Spring Gardening Day 2026
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Spring Gardening Day is back—and better than ever! In 2026, we’re excited to return to Columbia-Greene Community College, a location long awaited by our gardening community.This in-person event will feature:• Inspiring workshops led by Master Gardener Volunteers and guest experts• A dynamic keyno...
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