Part-Time Farmer Tax School Jan 2020 Tuesday, January 21, 2020 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) When it comes to taxes, do you have any of these questions? How much farm income do I need to make in order to be able to deduct it on my taxes? What tax related form(s) do I need to complete? What, if any, tax management strategy should I have for my farm business? Should I form an LLC or other form of business, and what tax documentation do lenders require? CAAHP Educators, Steve Hadcock and Dayton Maxwell, are prepared to answer these and other tax related questions for you during this meeting. In addition to discussing income tax concepts, they will also explore Agricultural Value Assessment, Building Exemptions, Sales Tax Regulations and Farmers School Tax Credit.CAAHP’s Part-Time Farmer Tax School is being offered in two locations this year! You can choose between Hudson, NY and Troy, NY. The class material is the same at both locations.Register online:Part-Time Farmer Tax School, Hudson SessionPart-Time Farmer Tax School, Troy Sessioncall 518-765-3518 to register and pay by phone. Email cce-caahp@cornell.edu for questions. $20.00 per person, includes light dinner and printed materials. Stephen Hadcock, seh11@cornell.edu, 518-318-1151 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, January 23, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Program Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Come join our Vet Science Program! Vet Science will introduce youth to the importance of animal health and wellness through a variety of species. We will hear from experts in the field and engage and participate in hands-on learning activities. Vet Science is open to youth ages 12-19. Registration is first-come, first-served and open to the first 20 students. Please contact Meg McDermott at mem566@cornell.edu or 518-318-1189 with any questions.Dates:Wednesday, January 15 - Introduction and Basic Animal HealthWednesday, January 29 - Q&A with a VetWednesday, February 5 - Body Structure and SystemsSaturday, March 21 - Day Trip to Seldom Still Farm in Granville, NY to test our new skills on some farm animals*Saturday, April 18 - Day Trip to Cornell Vet School in Ithaca, NY**Day trip dates are subject to change. These will be full-day Saturday trips leaving the Extension Education Center early in the morning.Registration deadline: January 10To pay by credit card register for Vet Science Program online. If you would like to pay by cash or check (make check payable to CCFE), please contact Emily Warrington at 518-318-1210 or ew387@cornell.edu. Limited scholarships are available. When the fee is received, a registration form and student contract will be sent to the participant to complete and bring to the session. Current enrolled 4-H members: $40. Non 4-H member:$50. Meaghan McDermott, mem566@cornell.edu, 518-828-3346 x211 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, January 30, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= Agriculture Event with The New York Energy Solution Tuesday, February 4, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Go to ny-es.com for more information about the NY Energy Solution project. Connor Young, chy32@cornell.edu, 518-622-9820 x113 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, February 6, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Program Thursday, February 6, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Come join our Vet Science Program! Vet Science will introduce youth to the importance of animal health and wellness through a variety of species. We will hear from experts in the field and engage and participate in hands-on learning activities. Vet Science is open to youth ages 12-19. Registration is first-come, first-served and open to the first 20 students. Please contact Meg McDermott at mem566@cornell.edu or 518-318-1189 with any questions.Dates:Wednesday, January 15 - Introduction and Basic Animal HealthWednesday, January 29 - Q&A with a VetWednesday, February 5 - Body Structure and SystemsSaturday, March 21 - Day Trip to Seldom Still Farm in Granville, NY to test our new skills on some farm animals*Saturday, April 18 - Day Trip to Cornell Vet School in Ithaca, NY**Day trip dates are subject to change. These will be full-day Saturday trips leaving the Extension Education Center early in the morning.Registration deadline: January 10To pay by credit card register for Vet Science Program online. If you would like to pay by cash or check (make check payable to CCFE), please contact Emily Warrington at 518-318-1210 or ew387@cornell.edu. Limited scholarships are available. When the fee is received, a registration form and student contract will be sent to the participant to complete and bring to the session. Current enrolled 4-H members: $40. Non 4-H member:$50. Meaghan McDermott, mem566@cornell.edu, 518-828-3346 x211 ========================================= 6th Annual Value-Added Grain School- Ancient Grains and Heritage Corn Friday, February 7, 2020 9:30 am - 3:45 pm Pegasus Restaurant (10885 Route 9W Coxsackie, NY 12051) Speakers from Bread Alone, Small Valley Milling, All Souls Tortilleria, and Cornell will discuss spelt, emmer, einkorn, and heritage corn—their production practices and markets.Diversify Your MarketsFriday, February 7, 2020 - 9:30am-3:45pm Pegasus Restaurant 10885 Route 9W, Coxsackie, NY$40 Pre-register by February 5thRegister online or contact Courtney, CCE Ulster Co. at cmc534@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 311  $40 Stephen Hadcock, seh11@cornell.edu, 518-318-1151 ========================================= A Moment in Time: Watercolors by Regine Petrosky Saturday, February 8, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (Business Office) (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) Come and appreciate the talents of Regine Petrosky on February 8th from 2-4 pm. The show will be hanging in the conference room at the Agroforestry Resource Center from Janurary 2nd through the end of February. Viewings are available during our office hours but please call ahead to check the conference room availability. Deven Connelly, dvc34@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 ex 120 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= President's Day-Office Closed Monday, February 17, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= ​Adopting a Zero-Waste Lifestyle February 2020 Wednesday, February 19, 2020 10:30 am - 12:00 pm North Chatham Free Library (4287 Route 203 North Chatham, NY 12132) Presenter: Theresa Mayhew, Family & Consumer Sciences Resource EducatorBy adopting a zero-waste or voluntary simplicity lifestyle, you not only help the environment by taking waste prevention to the max, it can also make you feel good. Simple living enables you to focus on experiences rather than things. Additionally, choosing to not purchase an item (by buying used, for example, or going without) saves all of the energy that goes into producing that item in the first place. This workshop will look at strategies and tips individuals and families can adopt to reduce their waste output by cultivating more fulfilling and mindful lifestyles when it comes to protecting the planet.   Registration deadline: February 18Register for Adopting a Zero-Waste Lifestyle online or call the library at 518-766-3211. Snow date Tuesday, February 25 Free Theresa Mayhew, tcm5@cornell.edu, (518) 828-3346 ext. 217 ========================================= Living on Less Thursday, February 20, 2020 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Rivertown Apartments Community Room (19 3rd Street Athens, NY 12015) Learning how to spend less but still live well takes skill, determination and know-how -- but it can be done! This program will look at ways to say no to bad habits and stretch the money that you have to cover important needs and wants. Most of the ideas will be practical, everyday things that you can do to cut expenses and to increase or extend your resources. Registration Deadline: February 18Register for Living on Less online or call the DR Evarts Library at 518-945-1417 Free Theresa Mayhew, tcm5@cornell.edu, (518) 828-3346 ext. 217 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, February 20, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training Friday, February 21, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The New York, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Vermont 4-H Shooting Sports Programs’ Annual Winter Workshop certifies volunteer leaders as 4-H shooting sports instructors. The workshop features the following disciplines (based on a minimum number of participants): Pistol, Archery, Coordinator, Hunting, Muzzle Loading, Rifle, and Shotgun. Adults will be certified to teach the applicable discipline to youth participating in formal 4-H Shooting Sports Programs and 4-H Camps. Each state maintains its own standards for certification. Certification standards may exceed those established by the National 4-H Shooting Sports Committee. Participants will be able to complete requirements in only one discipline. All equipment will be supplied. Location: Ballston Spa, NYRegistration deadline: February 1Register for 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training online or call (518) 885-8995. $110 (to be reimbursed upon the completion of 10 hours of support for 4-H shooting sports) Linda Tripp, lke2@cornell.edu, (518) 828-3346 ext. 210 ========================================= ​Safe Sitter Program for Adolescents Friday, February 21, 2020 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) The Safe Sitter Program gives young adolescents ages 11-14 the skills to provide safe, nurturing care for children and to respond appropriately to medical emergencies. It also teaches introductory employment skills and important life skills.Topics that are covered include Babysitting as a Business, Success on the Job, Child Care Essentials, Safety for the Sitter, Injury Management, Preventing Problem Behavior, Care of Choking Infant and Care of Choking Child. Participants will also have hands-on mannequin practice of rescue skills and participate in small group interactive learning, role-playing and games to enhance the discussion topics.Youth who have a contagious illness, such as a cold or fever blister, cannot take the class because CPR mannequins are used to practice rescue breathing.Those wishing to participate should register early as there are limited spots. *When the fee is received, a registration form and student contract will be sent to the participant to complete and bring to the session. The fee is all inclusive but the participants should bring a bag lunch and snacks. Contact Emily at 518-318-1210 or ew387@cornell.edu with questions.Registration Deadline: February 14Register for Safe Sitter Program for Adolescents online or send a check payable to CCE (or drop off cash) to the Extension Education Center, 479 Rt. 66, Hudson, NY 12534. Include the name, address, phone number and grade of the participant. $60 Emily Warrington, ew387@cornell.edu, (518) 828-3346 ext. 209 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training Saturday, February 22, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The New York, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Vermont 4-H Shooting Sports Programs’ Annual Winter Workshop certifies volunteer leaders as 4-H shooting sports instructors. The workshop features the following disciplines (based on a minimum number of participants): Pistol, Archery, Coordinator, Hunting, Muzzle Loading, Rifle, and Shotgun. Adults will be certified to teach the applicable discipline to youth participating in formal 4-H Shooting Sports Programs and 4-H Camps. Each state maintains its own standards for certification. Certification standards may exceed those established by the National 4-H Shooting Sports Committee. Participants will be able to complete requirements in only one discipline. All equipment will be supplied. Location: Ballston Spa, NYRegistration deadline: February 1Register for 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training online or call (518) 885-8995. $110 (to be reimbursed upon the completion of 10 hours of support for 4-H shooting sports) Linda Tripp, lke2@cornell.edu, (518) 828-3346 ext. 210 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training Sunday, February 23, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The New York, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Vermont 4-H Shooting Sports Programs’ Annual Winter Workshop certifies volunteer leaders as 4-H shooting sports instructors. The workshop features the following disciplines (based on a minimum number of participants): Pistol, Archery, Coordinator, Hunting, Muzzle Loading, Rifle, and Shotgun. Adults will be certified to teach the applicable discipline to youth participating in formal 4-H Shooting Sports Programs and 4-H Camps. Each state maintains its own standards for certification. Certification standards may exceed those established by the National 4-H Shooting Sports Committee. Participants will be able to complete requirements in only one discipline. All equipment will be supplied. Location: Ballston Spa, NYRegistration deadline: February 1Register for 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training online or call (518) 885-8995. $110 (to be reimbursed upon the completion of 10 hours of support for 4-H shooting sports) Linda Tripp, lke2@cornell.edu, (518) 828-3346 ext. 210 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, February 27, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, March 5, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, March 12, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= ​Seed Starting Workshop Saturday, March 14, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (Business Office) (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) This hands-on workshop will teach home gardeners to not only save money but also grow a greater variety of plants for their gardens by starting seeds indoors. Topics covered will include techniques for starting seeds indoors, proper care, lighting and watering, and how to prepare your seedlings for transplant into your garden.Location: Agroforestry Resource Center, Acra and Education Center, HudsonRegistration deadline: March 12Register for Seed Starting Workshop online at or call Emily at 518-318-1210 (Hudson) or Eileen at 518-721-2068 (Acra). $15.00 Donna Peterson, dmp234@cornell.edu, 518-828-3346 ext.106 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, March 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= ​Maple Fest: Celebrating the Wonderful World of Maple Syrup Saturday, March 21, 2020 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Agroforestry Resource Center (Business Office) (6055 Route 23 Acra, New York 12405) Join us at CCE’s Agroforestry Resource Center during the New York Maple weekend to learn about the wonderful world of Maple. Tour the sugar shack, tap trees, and learn all about backyard and large scale production. There will be music, family-friendly games with prizes and more during our highly anticipated annual Maple Fest. Come hungry! Taste test all sorts of maple syrups & products; learn about and try newly developed maple drinks and treats. We will be cranking out pancakes all day and have vendors with locally-sourced snacks. Exciting demonstrations and displays will be ongoing such as learning how to grow ginseng and a hands-on activity to create your very own shiitake log. Or just come and hang out by the fire to enjoy the last days of winter. Don’t miss it! For further information: Call Eileen at 518-721-2068 Free Connor Young, chy32@cornell.edu, 518-622-9820 x113 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Program Saturday, March 21, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Come join our Vet Science Program! Vet Science will introduce youth to the importance of animal health and wellness through a variety of species. We will hear from experts in the field and engage and participate in hands-on learning activities. Vet Science is open to youth ages 12-19. Registration is first-come, first-served and open to the first 20 students. Please contact Meg McDermott at mem566@cornell.edu or 518-318-1189 with any questions.Dates:Wednesday, January 15 - Introduction and Basic Animal HealthWednesday, January 29 - Q&A with a VetWednesday, February 5 - Body Structure and SystemsSaturday, March 21 - Day Trip to Seldom Still Farm in Granville, NY to test our new skills on some farm animals*Saturday, April 18 - Day Trip to Cornell Vet School in Ithaca, NY**Day trip dates are subject to change. These will be full-day Saturday trips leaving the Extension Education Center early in the morning.Registration deadline: January 10To pay by credit card register for Vet Science Program online. If you would like to pay by cash or check (make check payable to CCFE), please contact Emily Warrington at 518-318-1210 or ew387@cornell.edu. Limited scholarships are available. When the fee is received, a registration form and student contract will be sent to the participant to complete and bring to the session. Current enrolled 4-H members: $40. Non 4-H member:$50. Meaghan McDermott, mem566@cornell.edu, 518-828-3346 x211 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, March 26, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= ​Prune to Produce Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Arturo's Restaurant at Micosta (3007 County Route 20 Hudson, NY 12534) Learn the basics of why, when and how to prune fruit trees, canes and vines to boost fruit production, including the best time to prune, the difference between dwarfing and invigoration cuts, plant evaluations, proper techniques, tool selection and maintenance, and much more. The instructor, Steven McKay, is a retired Senior Extension Resource Educator who specialized in commercial fruits. This session will end in a field demonstration at Micosta’s site. Lunch will be provided. This workshop will be held rain or shine, so please dress for the weather!Registration deadline: March 27Register for Prune to Produce online or contact Emily at 518-318-1210. $50.00 per person (includes lunch) ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, April 2, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= Spring Gardening Day 2020 Saturday, April 4, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Columbia-Greene Community College (Main Campus 4400 Route 23 Hudson, NY 12534) The 2020 Spring Gardening Day event will be held at Columbia-Greene Community College in Hudson, featuring keynote speaker Adam Wheeler, Horticulturist for Broken Arrow Nursery in Hamden, CT.This event is hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties' Master Gardener Volunteer Program. In 2020, we will again be including plant and gardening vendors as well as our very popular used book sale. We will offer three informa-tional sessions with a variety of topics.The details of the event will be added to our website by February 1, 2020. In 2019, we sold out three weeks before the event. Please check our website as early as possible in order to register for the topics of your choice and to secure your place at the 2020 event. Call 518-828-3346 for more information. We look forward to having you join us. Donna Peterson, dmp234@cornell.edu, 518-828-3346 ext.106 ========================================= ​Anger Management Jan - April 2020 Thursday, April 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) This is a 12-week anger management course being taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist-1. The course utilizes the evidenced-based and nationally recognized What’s Good About Anger? curriculum. Participants will receive a copy of the What’s Good About Anger? Fourth Edition and a certificate of completion will be awarded after completion of 12 weeks (participants who enroll after the first class will be asked to return for the start of the next class cycle but will not be asked to pay an additional fee).For further information, please contact Rebecca Polmateer at 518-318-1143.Registration deadline: February 27 (registrations accepted until six weeks into course series)Register for Anger Management online or by calling Eileen at 518-721-2068.Presented by: Rebecca Polmateer, Team Leader, MS, CAMS-I $50.00 per person Rebecca Polmateer, rp328@cornell.edu, (518) 622-9820 x117 ========================================= 4-H Vet Science Program Saturday, April 18, 2020 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center (479 Route 66 Hudson, New York 12534) Come join our Vet Science Program! Vet Science will introduce youth to the importance of animal health and wellness through a variety of species. We will hear from experts in the field and engage and participate in hands-on learning activities. Vet Science is open to youth ages 12-19. Registration is first-come, first-served and open to the first 20 students. Please contact Meg McDermott at mem566@cornell.edu or 518-318-1189 with any questions.Dates:Wednesday, January 15 - Introduction and Basic Animal HealthWednesday, January 29 - Q&A with a VetWednesday, February 5 - Body Structure and SystemsSaturday, March 21 - Day Trip to Seldom Still Farm in Granville, NY to test our new skills on some farm animals*Saturday, April 18 - Day Trip to Cornell Vet School in Ithaca, NY**Day trip dates are subject to change. These will be full-day Saturday trips leaving the Extension Education Center early in the morning.Registration deadline: January 10To pay by credit card register for Vet Science Program online. If you would like to pay by cash or check (make check payable to CCFE), please contact Emily Warrington at 518-318-1210 or ew387@cornell.edu. Limited scholarships are available. When the fee is received, a registration form and student contract will be sent to the participant to complete and bring to the session. Current enrolled 4-H members: $40. Non 4-H member:$50. Meaghan McDermott, mem566@cornell.edu, 518-828-3346 x211 ========================================= Memorial Day Holiday-Office Closed Monday, May 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ========================================= 4th of July Holiday-Office Closed Friday, July 3, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm ========================================= Labor Day Holiday-Office Closed Monday, September 7, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ========================================= Columbus Day Holiday-Office Closed Monday, October 12, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ========================================= Veterans Day Holiday-Office Closed Wednesday, November 11, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ========================================= Thanksgiving Holiday-Office Closed Thursday, November 26, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ========================================= Thanksgiving Holiday-Office Closed Friday, November 27, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ========================================= Winter Holidays-Office Closed Thursday, December 24, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The office will be closed for the Christmas holiday. ========================================= Winter Holidays-Office Closed Friday, December 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The office will be closed for the Christmas holiday. =========================================