CNY 4-H Dairy Judging Tour Monday, June 25, 2018 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CNY 4-H Dairy Judging TourRegistrations Due June 20th.Contact Janet to register:  jlp27@cornell.edu Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 12 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, July 3, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Please join us for our ADC meetings, the first Tuesday each month at 12:00PM!MissionThe Agriculture Development Council will explore, nurture and assist the development of new and traditional practices in Agriculture for economic and traditional practices in Agriculture for economic growth in Chenango County and the surrounding region. The Council will lead, coordinate, evaluate and pursue Agricultural activities that are diversified, profitable and environmentally responsible. Ken Smith, kas294@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 19 ========================================= 4-H Cooperstown Farmers’ Museum Junior Livestock Show Sunday, July 8, 2018 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Farmers' Museum (5775 State Highway 80 Cooperstown, ny 13326) July 8-10, 2018Get ready Chenango County 4-H - the annual Junior Livestock Show is coming! This show is a celebration of youth in agriculture! The show is the second largest youth competition in the state and the only one of its kind sponsored by a museum in the United States. A tradition in central New York, the event features the area’s best livestock and youth exhibitors from a nine-county region. More than 300 youth handlers and 750 animals are expected to participate. The event tests the skills of participants (ages eight to eighteen) who present animals (dairy cows, beef, swine, goats, and sheep of various breeds) that they own, care for and have prepared for competition.All enrolled 4-H’ers in Chenango County 4-H are eligible to compete at this show. Entry books will be mailed to dairy and livestock families by the beginning of May. Entries must be completed and returned to Janet at the 4-H Office no later than June 1. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 12 ========================================= Food Preservation: Science and Safety Tuesday, July 10, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County (99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815) Food Preservation Classes These classes are taught by Cornell Certified Master Food Preserver Volunteers and/or Staff. To register please call 334-5841 ext 11 or 20.Food Preservation Science & Safety:Learn about the science of food preservation and safety measures to ensure healthy outcomes. Lecture and handouts. In CCE kitchen. CCE Norwich, 99 N. Broad St. in the Kitchen Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 20 ========================================= 4-H Families and Leaders Association Picnic Thursday, July 12, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Families and Leaders Association Picnic • County Fair grounds @ 6:00PMDon't forget to bring a dish to pass and a table setting! ========================================= 4-H County Fair Entries Due Monday, July 16, 2018 9:30 am - 4:00 pm County Fair Entries due by 4:00PM to the Cooperative Extension Office! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 12 ========================================= 4-H Case Building Clean-up Monday, July 23, 2018 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Help clean up the Case Building at the Fair Grounds! Getting ready for fair!! ========================================= Farm to Fork, a Taste of Chenango Friday, August 10, 2018 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds (168 E Main S Norwich , NY 13815) The Chenango County Agriculture Development Council invites you to be part of an exciting showcase for Chenango County’s great farms, restaurants, and beverage companies:Farm to Fork, Taste of ChenangoChenango County Fairgrounds in the tent on the East side of Exhibition Hall (near the EMS Building)Opening Day, Friday, August 10th and Saturday, August 11th12 noon - 9pmFREE Tastings, FREE Giveaways, and FREE Kids ActivitiesThe Chenango County Agriculture Development Council announces its third Farm to Fork, a Taste of Chenango. They are excited to feature Chenango County’s great farms, restaurants, and beverage companies, all in one FARMERS MARKET AT THE FAIR!Farm to Fork’s two “creation stations” will continue to showcase culinary treats created using local products for the public to taste and enjoy. While the rest of the event will feature our vendors and their products. Fair week is a great time to celebrate and be proud of our local agriculture and businesses.Don't miss this great event at the Chenango County Fair! For more info, or to be a vendor, visit: http://ccechenango.org/farmtoforkor contact, Ashley Russell, ADC Farm to Fork coordinator, at 607-334-9972 x. 16 or anr72@cornell.edu  Ashley Russell, anr72@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 x. 16 ========================================= Farm to Fork, a Taste of Chenango Saturday, August 11, 2018 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds (168 E Main S Norwich , NY 13815) The Chenango County Agriculture Development Council invites you to be part of an exciting showcase for Chenango County’s great farms, restaurants, and beverage companies:Farm to Fork, Taste of ChenangoChenango County Fairgrounds in the tent on the East side of Exhibition Hall (near the EMS Building)Opening Day, Friday, August 10th and Saturday, August 11th12 noon - 9pmFREE Tastings, FREE Giveaways, and FREE Kids ActivitiesThe Chenango County Agriculture Development Council announces its third Farm to Fork, a Taste of Chenango. They are excited to feature Chenango County’s great farms, restaurants, and beverage companies, all in one FARMERS MARKET AT THE FAIR!Farm to Fork’s two “creation stations” will continue to showcase culinary treats created using local products for the public to taste and enjoy. While the rest of the event will feature our vendors and their products. Fair week is a great time to celebrate and be proud of our local agriculture and businesses.Don't miss this great event at the Chenango County Fair! For more info, or to be a vendor, visit: http://ccechenango.org/farmtoforkor contact, Ashley Russell, ADC Farm to Fork coordinator, at 607-334-9972 x. 16 or anr72@cornell.edu  Ashley Russell, anr72@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 x. 16 ========================================= Chenango County Fair Tuesday, August 7, 2018 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds (168 East Main Street Norwich, NY 13815) Come see us at the great Chenango County Fair!The Chenango County Agricultural Society, Inc. of Norwich, New York is very proud to sponsor the Chenango County Fairgrounds which is host to the CHENANGO COUNTY FAIR and a variety of events during the year.Livestock Pen Set-up July 30th 4:00pm All entries due to the 4-H office CCE/4-H Office  July 16th, 2018 4:00pmSaturday before fair, August 4th: 10:00am-1:00pm 4-H Judging for Non-Perishable Exhibits HL Case Building Monday August 6th, 12 noon Animal Barns open to exhibitors, 4:00pm - 7:00pm 4-H Judging for Perishable Exhibits  Animal shows begin Tuesday at 12 noon. $5 general admission/4-H admission rate Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 12 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, September 4, 2018 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Please join us for our ADC meetings, the first Tuesday each month at 12:00PM!MissionThe Agriculture Development Council will explore, nurture and assist the development of new and traditional practices in Agriculture for economic and traditional practices in Agriculture for economic growth in Chenango County and the surrounding region. The Council will lead, coordinate, evaluate and pursue Agricultural activities that are diversified, profitable and environmentally responsible. Ken Smith, kas294@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 19 ========================================= Chenango County CCE Board Meeting Tuesday, September 18, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Join us at 7:00PM on the 3rd Tuesday of each Month for out Board meeting!We would love to see you here!CCE-Chenango is delighted to have active and diverse Board of Directors and Program Committees, which are key to achieving strong and meaningful community impacts! If, as you read more about how we are governed, you believe you have a contribution to make to our programming as a volunteer, please get in touch! We welcome your input and ideas! ========================================= 4-H Achievement Day Sunday, October 14, 2018 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sherburne American Legion (15 South Main Street Sherburne , New York 13460) Please join us in celebrating Achievement Day for out 4-H members.North Norwich Town Hall, Sunday, October 14 from 1-4pmRemember to bring a place setting and a dish to pass.Printable Flier here! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext 12 ========================================= Chenango County CCE Board Meeting Tuesday, October 16, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Join us at 7:00PM on the 3rd Tuesday of each Month for out Board meeting!We would love to see you here!CCE-Chenango is delighted to have active and diverse Board of Directors and Program Committees, which are key to achieving strong and meaningful community impacts! If, as you read more about how we are governed, you believe you have a contribution to make to our programming as a volunteer, please get in touch! We welcome your input and ideas! ========================================= Chenango County CCE Board Meeting Tuesday, November 20, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Join us at 7:00PM on the 3rd Tuesday of each Month for out Board meeting!We would love to see you here!CCE-Chenango is delighted to have active and diverse Board of Directors and Program Committees, which are key to achieving strong and meaningful community impacts! If, as you read more about how we are governed, you believe you have a contribution to make to our programming as a volunteer, please get in touch! We welcome your input and ideas! =========================================