Mushroom Foray (July) Saturday, July 21, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) One of the best ways to learn about wild mushrooms is to accompany an experienced mushroom person into the field. We will meet at the CCE’s Agroforestry Resource Center and walk across the road to the Siuslaw Model Forest for the foray. As we explore its mushroom-rich woods, Bob will talk about the mushrooms he recognizes and discuss their edible, medicinal, and other usages. After the walk, we will sort and display the mushrooms on tables in a hands-on session, and learn some of the methods used in identifying them.Join us for an interesting outing and ID class. Dress for the weather. In the event of extended dry conditions the foray may be rescheduled. This workshop fills up quickly with a limit of 12 participants.Registration deadline: July 16Register online:https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Forayaugust2018_210 or call 518-622-9820 x100Instructor: Bob Beyfuss, Agroforestry professional and retired Extension Educator $10.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Nature’s Gifts Artist's Reception with Susan M. Story Saturday, July 21, 2018 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) The exhibit is ongoing from July through September.  Most of us are busy all day, focused on the life in front of us with jobs, family, bills, maybe even illness. It seems there are never enough hours in a day to stop, take a few deep breaths, and enjoy what is around us. Susan writes…Last year my husband and I took a trip to New Mexico. Although I was never a big fan of Georgia O’Keefe, I wanted to see her work and where she lived. I immediately fell in love with Ghost Ranch, where she spent most of her time painting. I was in awe looking at this vast landscape of towering cliffs in pinks and gold. Looking down, I noticed that even though it was spring, the ground was dry and cracked, “not much green here I thought.” Gazing across the landscape, I noticed a small flower poking up from the dry soil. “How precious,” I thought, “now I get it!” It was then I understood why Georgia O’Keefe depicted Nature’s Gifts in a grand way. She took the time to observe, appreciate and understand. I am drawn to the landscape. The image I convey to the viewer is a very personal one. In my paintings, I strive to express the emotions I experience when observing and being present with my subject in nature. I’m intrigued by complex angled lines, textures, and shapes - the chaos, as well as the order of nature. It is my hope that I will help you to enrich your life with Natures Gifts. Please take the time in your day to “smell the roses”! Susan M. Story is a designated Master Pastelist of the Pastel Society of America and serves on the Board of Governors. She is a juried member of the Academic Artist’s Association, Audubon Artists, Catherine Lorillard Wolf Club and the Hudson Valley Art Association. Her work has been exhibited in the National Arts Club and Salmagundi Club in NYC, as well as the Butler Institute in Ohio and Pastel Association of Taiwan International Show held in Taipei. If you plan to view the exhibit, please contact the Acra office 518-622-9820 x100 to ensure access to the conference room as it also serves as a meeting room for other events and programs. none Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Preserving Salsas Saturday, July 28, 2018 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Cost: $22.00 per person Register online:https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Salsas2018_210 or call 518-622-9820 x 100Registration deadline: July 25Presented by Rebecca Polmateer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Subject EducatorLearn about the different types of salsas that you can make and how you can preserve them for future enjoyment. This is a hands-on class where participants will end up preparing a canned salsa product to take home. $22.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Pickling with a Boil Water Canner Saturday, August 11, 2018 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Learn to safely pickle using a boil water canner. This is a hands-on class where participants will end up preparing pickled green beans to take home.Registration deadline: August 8Presented by Rebecca Polmateer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Subject Educator $22.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Wildflower Walk Sunday, August 12, 2018 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) Not all wildflowers bloom in the spring. Explore the edge lands of Siuslaw Model Forest with CCE Environment and Natural Resource Staff and wildflower enthusiast Tracey Testo to search for the colorful blooms of late summer. Learn simple flower parts that will enable participants to go out and identify wildflowers on your own. Discover historic or current uses of these plants. This program includes a moderate hike. Service dogs only, please. Registration deadline: August 7Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Wildflowerwalk2018_210 or by calling 518-622-9820 x 100Presenter: Tracey Testo, Program Coordinator $5.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Preserving Herbs Friday, August 17, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Learn to safely preserve your herbs by freezing and drying. This is a hands-on class where participants will end up bringing herbs home.Registration deadline: August 14Presented by Rebecca Polmateer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Subject Educator $10.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Preparing Flavored Vinegars Friday, August 17, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Learn to safely prepare flavored vinegars. This is a hands-on class where participants will end up bringing flavored vinegar home.Register online:https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Vinegars_210 or call 518-622-9820 x 100Registration deadline: August 14Presented by Rebecca Polmateer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Subject Educator $10.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Mushroom Foray Saturday, August 18, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) One of the best ways to learn about wild mushrooms is to accompany an experienced mushroom person into the field. We will meet at the CCE’s Agroforestry Resource Center and walk across the road to the Siuslaw Model Forest for the foray. As we explore its mushroom-rich woods, Bob will talk about the mushrooms he recognizes and discuss their edible, medicinal, and other usages. After the walk, we will sort and display the mushrooms on tables in a hands-on session, and learn some of the methods used in identifying them.Join us for an interesting outing and ID class. Dress for the weather. In the event of extended dry conditions the foray may be rescheduled. This workshop fills up quickly with a limit of 12 participants.Registration deadline: August 13Register online:https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Forayaugust2018_210 or call 518-622-9820 x100Instructor: Bob Beyfuss, Agroforestry professional and retired Extension Educator $10.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 3, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will be closed in observance of the Labor Day federal holiday. ========================================= Preserving the Corn Harvest Saturday, September 8, 2018 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Learn about the different methods of preserving corn, including canning, drying, and freezing.  This is a hands-on class where participants will end up preparing a corn relish to take home. Register online: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Cornharvest_210 or call 518-622-9820 x100 Registration deadline: September 5Presented by Rebecca Polmateer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Subject Educator $22.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Taste of Twin Counties Dinner Saturday, September 8, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Joe's Garage (443 Main Street Catskill, NY 12414) Save the date for our Annual Fall Fundraising Event featuring food from local farms!Join us for an evening of great food, music, and fun, all while supporting the programs of CCE of Columbia and Greene Counties.  More details to come! Angela Tallarico, amt18@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 101 ========================================= Learn to Grow Ginseng Thursday, September 20, 2018 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) This workshop is designed to teach individuals how to get started growing American ginseng on forested land. It will cover basic ginseng botany, economics of ginseng production, site selection criteria, harvesting and marketing. It will not discuss the medicinal effects of ginseng or ginseng products.It is aimed at landowners who are looking for alternative forest income opportunities as well as individuals who are interested in growing small quantities of ginseng for personal use. Registration deadline: September 19Register online: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/GrowGinseng2018_210 or call 518-622-9820 x100Instructor: Bob Beyfuss, Agroforestry professional and retired Extension Educator $15.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= Raspberry Jam Saturday, September 22, 2018 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) Learn to safely prepare canned and freezer varieties of raspberry jam.This is a hands-on class where participants will prepare raspberry jam to take home.Register online: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/RaspberryJam_210 or call 518-622-9820 x 100Registration deadline: September 19Presented by Rebecca Polmateer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Subject Educator $22.00 per person Eileen Simpson, es693@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ext. 100 ========================================= CLOSED for Veteran's Day Monday, November 12, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day. ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 22, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Friday, November 23, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Monday, December 24, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Tuesday, December 25, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will be closed for the Holidays. =========================================