4-H Sewing Scholarship Due Wednesday, January 2, 2019 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friends of 4-H is offering up to a $25.00 in multiple funded scholarships for fabric and notions available to all 4-H Members in Chenango County.(Cloverbuds will be offered up to $10.00). Scholarships are awarded to help promote and encourage more youth to sew and create textiles throughout the county. 4-H members may purchase sewing supplies with this scholarship for any fabric project completed in this 4-H calendar year. This scholarship will allow for recipients to purchase fabric, patterns, thread, and materials for their project from a place of their choice. However, all receipts from purchases need to be turned into the 4-H Office for reimbursement. Awarded scholarship recipients are required to:Participate in Clothing Evaluations, Clothing Review, and exhibit at the Chenango County Fair this upcoming summer. Submit a photograph and thank you to the Master Clothing and Textile Group upon completion of the project. (The 4-H office can assist you with taking the photo)4-H Sewing Scholarship Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= Dairy Day Scholarship Deadline Friday, January 4, 2019 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Purpose To recognize and assist deserving and outstanding young people who are pursuing a college degree in agriculture or a closely related field. To promote leadership development within the agricultural sector. To encourage students to appreciate the values and opportunities of rural life. To encourage students to pursue careers in agriculture.Award A Scholarship in the amount of $850 will be awarded to one student.Scholarship check will be sent to the college/university as confirmed by the recipient and placed in their college account.The winner will be announced by January 15th, 2019Eligibility Students submitting an application must have completed at least one semester of college and have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher. Students must be enrolled in an agricultural major and participated in Chenango County agriculture.Find the Application here: http://ccechenango.org/resources/2018-dairy-day-s... ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, January 4, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, January 8, 2019 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 Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, January 11, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, January 18, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Trip to Joann Fabric Monday, January 21, 2019 9:00 am - 1:30 pm 4-H Sewing Trip January 21, 2019 4-H is having a Sewing Trip to JoAnn Fabrics on January 21. We will be getting our supplies for the 4-H Sewing Camp at the end of February. We will be leaving at 9am, shopping, having lunch and travelling back to Norwich, to arrive no later than 1:30pm. Please RSVP with Janet no later than January 14, 607-334-5841 x12 or jlp27@cornell.edu. ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, January 25, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, February 1, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, February 5, 2019 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 Public Presentation Registration Form Due Friday, February 8, 2019 8:00 am - 4:00 pm The 2018 County Public Presentations will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2018.Registration forms are due to this office by Wednesday, February 8th.Here is a link to the registration form. Richard Turrell, rlt229@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 15 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, February 8, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, February 15, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Camp Monday, February 18, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2019 4-H Sewing CampDear 4-H Members,In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew:Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience):Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & MittensiPad StandBonus Project: Tissue-Pack CoverJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirtTote BagBonus Project:Wash Cloth SlippersExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttonsClothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistbandMembers interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2017 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleFebruary 18-229am: Sign-In & Sew 10:30am: Snack & Stretch Break10:45-12pm: SewIn addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= Closed for President's Day Monday, February 18, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County will be closed for President's Day. If there is a class, workshop, or 4-H event scheduled they will still be held on this day. Cindy Gardiner, cag255@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 11 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Camp Tuesday, February 19, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2019 4-H Sewing CampDear 4-H Members,In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew:Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience):Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & MittensiPad StandBonus Project: Tissue-Pack CoverJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirtTote BagBonus Project:Wash Cloth SlippersExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttonsClothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistbandMembers interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2017 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleFebruary 18-229am: Sign-In & Sew 10:30am: Snack & Stretch Break10:45-12pm: SewIn addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Camp Wednesday, February 20, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2019 4-H Sewing CampDear 4-H Members,In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew:Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience):Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & MittensiPad StandBonus Project: Tissue-Pack CoverJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirtTote BagBonus Project:Wash Cloth SlippersExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttonsClothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistbandMembers interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2017 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleFebruary 18-229am: Sign-In & Sew 10:30am: Snack & Stretch Break10:45-12pm: SewIn addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Camp Thursday, February 21, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2019 4-H Sewing CampDear 4-H Members,In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew:Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience):Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & MittensiPad StandBonus Project: Tissue-Pack CoverJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirtTote BagBonus Project:Wash Cloth SlippersExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttonsClothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistbandMembers interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2017 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleFebruary 18-229am: Sign-In & Sew 10:30am: Snack & Stretch Break10:45-12pm: SewIn addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Camp Friday, February 22, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2019 4-H Sewing CampDear 4-H Members,In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew:Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience):Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & MittensiPad StandBonus Project: Tissue-Pack CoverJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirtTote BagBonus Project:Wash Cloth SlippersExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttonsClothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistbandMembers interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2017 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleFebruary 18-229am: Sign-In & Sew 10:30am: Snack & Stretch Break10:45-12pm: SewIn addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project! Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, February 22, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Scholarship Application Due Friday, March 1, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Do you want to raise and show an animal species you currently do not have?Apply for a 4-H Livestock Scholarship........Application Due March 1st..4-H Livestock Scholarship Application Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, March 1, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, March 5, 2019 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 Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, March 8, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 99 North Broad Street Norwich, NY 13815 Come to the CCE Office on Friday nights this winter to learn more about cows and horses!  Rhonda Turrell will be leading horse bowl practices from 6-8pm and Janet will be leading dairy bowl practices 7-8pm. All practices will be hands-on and will cover the basic animal biology through industry events.Dates for practices: January 4, 11, 18, 25February 1, 8, 15, 22March 1, 8 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= 4-H Sewing Spectacular Sunday, March 17, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm United Church of Christ (11 W Main St Norwich, NY 13815) You are cordially invited to the premiere 4-H sewing event of the year, showcasing the talents of some of the finest 4-H'ers in Chenango County!This event is for all 4-H members who have sewn an item in the 2019 year.  Please RSVP with Janet by March 11th.Forms can be found under resources are titled:Sewing Spectacular Invitation and Sewing Spectacular Registration (2019 TBA) Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 12 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, April 2, 2019 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 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, May 7, 2019 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 ========================================= Agriculture Development Council Monthly Meeting Tuesday, June 4, 2019 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 ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm The Chenango County CCE office will be closed Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day.  =========================================