Closed for President's Day Monday, February 17, 2020 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. ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure Snowshoeing Thursday, February 20, 2020 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Join us for a snowshoeing adventure (or hike if we have no snow) at Rogers Environmental Education Center (transportation available from CCE)We have the snowshoes, please bring your winter boots and jacket, snow pants, gloves, hat, water bottle, bag lunch and sense of adventure!To participate in a program, you need to be a 4-H member. Enroll in 4-H for free here.Space is limited, please sign up with Erica at elc97@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841x1114 Free! Erica Clark, elc97@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext.1114 ========================================= 4-H Craft Camp Monday, February 17, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 4-H Craft Camp, February 17-21, 2020 Join Us During your February Break & Get Crafty! ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, February 21, 2020 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 31February 7, 14, 21, 28March 6 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, February 28, 2020 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 31February 7, 14, 21, 28March 6 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= Guernsey Calf Award Application Sunday, March 1, 2020 7:15 am - 12:00 pm The Calf Scholarship Award Program is sponsored by the New York State Guernsey Breeders Association for the purpose of encouraging those who do not presently ownGuernseys to become involved with the Guernsey Breed. A purebred Guernsey Calf will be awarded to the applicant who shows interest in the Guernsey breed and who has demonstrated the capabilities of developing the animal to its fullest potential. Applicant must be age 9-15 as of January 1st of application year. You do not have to belong to 4H, FFA, or a breed club to participate.Award will be presented to the winner at the New York State Guernsey Breeders’ Annual Meeting in April.Link for application. ========================================= 4-H Livestock Scholarship Application Due Sunday, March 1, 2020 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. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Dairy and Horse Bowl Practices Friday, March 6, 2020 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 31February 7, 14, 21, 28March 6 Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= CANCELED: Grow Cook Serve Nutrition Education Workshops Wednesday, March 11, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDCome join SNAP-ED nutrition educators to learn the health benefits and how to prepare nutritious in-season produce.Spring Workshops will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 5-6pm at 99 North Broad Street.Workshop is FREE but space is limited so please register in advance at (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 or asw239@cornell.edu Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= Ag Literacy Week Monday, March 16, 2020 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Please join us in celebrating Agricultural Literacy Week.  In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities. The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week. 2,000 books were donated last year while thousands of second graders participated in fun and educational activities.About This Year's BookRight This Very MinuteWritten by by Lisl H. DetlefsenArt by Renée KurillaWe are often hungry "right this very minute" throughout the day for breakfast, or lunch, or a snack. But do you we ever think about what farmers are doing "right this very minute" to ensure we have safe, nutritious and delicious foods when we want them? Right This Very Minute: A table-to-farm book about food and farming connects the foods we find ourselves wanting during the course of a day to the work farmers are doing every day to grow, raise and produce our food. This book will take students on an explorative journey to trace the food on their plate back to its source- the farmer.Contributing nearly $2.4 billion to the state gross domestic product and covering approximately 7.3 million acres, agriculture is vital to New York State. We are excited to feature a book that displays the unique markets and diversity that encompasses many aspects of New York's agriculture while also focusing on food production and how consumers contribute to agriculture.Right This Very Minute: A table-to-farm book about food and farming highlights the story of agriculture with vivid illustrations and a community-centric storyline. Students will understand the importance of agriculture as an economic driver in communities across New York, and develop an awareness for where their food comes from and its journey. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Pheasant Rearing Project Friday, March 20, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 4-H Pheasant Rearing Program - Orders Due March 20thDay-old Ring-necked pheasant chicks will again be available to 4-H'ers and local families for rearing and releasing in Chenango County. This 8-week project is very similar to raising day-old chicks and teaches:ResponsibilityNatural Resource and Wildlife ManagementRecord-KeepingThose interested in finding out more or to place an order should contact Janet prior to March 20, 2018 at 607-334-5841 x12 or jlp27@cornell.edu. We recommend minimum orders of 25 chicks. Free-will donation of $5 to help cover the costs of printing and mailing the Pheasant Rearing Guide. ========================================= CANCELLED: 4-H Outdoor Adventure Maple Program Saturday, March 28, 2020 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDMaple and more! It is that time of year! Come tap a maple tree, learn how maple syrup is made and taste some maple products! We will check out Schmidt's Scattered Maples farm and see how they do it! Please contact Erica to sign up. Free! Erica Clark, elc97@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext.1114 ========================================= CANCELED: 4-H Sewing Camp Monday, April 6, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED2020 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):Fun Fish Tote (pattern/fabric provided)Plus a Fun hand sewing projectJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants or pajama shorts or elastic waist skirtExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Dress, pattern choices will be available at CCE, to choose fromFleece pullover, pattern will be availableAny questions contact Janet at the 4-H Office, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2020 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleApril 6-10In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, and create smaller sewing projects. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= CANCELED: 4-H Sewing Camp Tuesday, April 7, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED2020 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):Fun Fish Tote (pattern/fabric provided)Plus a Fun hand sewing projectJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants or pajama shorts or elastic waist skirtExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Dress, pattern choices will be available at CCE, to choose fromFleece pullover, pattern will be availableAny questions contact Janet at the 4-H Office, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2020 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleApril 6-10In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, and create smaller sewing projects. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= CANCELED: 4-H Sewing Camp Wednesday, April 8, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED2020 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):Fun Fish Tote (pattern/fabric provided)Plus a Fun hand sewing projectJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants or pajama shorts or elastic waist skirtExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Dress, pattern choices will be available at CCE, to choose fromFleece pullover, pattern will be availableAny questions contact Janet at the 4-H Office, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2020 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleApril 6-10In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, and create smaller sewing projects. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= CANCELED: Grow Cook Serve Nutrition Education Workshops Wednesday, April 8, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDCome join SNAP-ED nutrition educators to learn the health benefits and how to prepare nutritious in-season produce.Spring Workshops will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 5-6pm at 99 North Broad Street.Workshop is FREE but space is limited so please register in advance at (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 or asw239@cornell.edu Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= CANCELED: 4-H Sewing Camp Thursday, April 9, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED2020 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):Fun Fish Tote (pattern/fabric provided)Plus a Fun hand sewing projectJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants or pajama shorts or elastic waist skirtExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Dress, pattern choices will be available at CCE, to choose fromFleece pullover, pattern will be availableAny questions contact Janet at the 4-H Office, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2020 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleApril 6-10In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, and create smaller sewing projects. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= CANCELED: 4-H Sewing Camp Friday, April 10, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED2020 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):Fun Fish Tote (pattern/fabric provided)Plus a Fun hand sewing projectJunior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience):Pajama Pants or pajama shorts or elastic waist skirtExperienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience):Dress, pattern choices will be available at CCE, to choose fromFleece pullover, pattern will be availableAny questions contact Janet at the 4-H Office, jlp27@cornell.edu or 607-334-5841 x12.2020 4-H Sewing Camp ScheduleApril 6-10In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves to pick the right sized pattern, and create smaller sewing projects. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= CANCELED: 4-H Outdoor Adventure: Whaupaunaucau Walkabout Saturday, April 11, 2020 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Come explore Whaupaunaucau State Forest, in North Norwich. Learn how to build a campfire and make a shelter. To participate in the program, you need to be a 4-H member. Enroll in 4-H for free here!Must be 8 and older to attend.Email or call Erica Clark for more info and to register. Free! Erica Clark, elc97@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext.1114 ========================================= Seed Exchange Monday, April 20, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Do you have an abundance of seeds you would like to share? Do you need extra seeds to fill out your vegetable garden? Are you a seed saver with interesting varieties of vegetable seeds. Join Grow Cook Serve of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County for an ongoing seed exchange. Come down to the Cooperative Extension building and take seeds you need or leave extra seeds you may have. You can locate the seed exchange box just outside the main entrance to the building. Use the supplied envelopes to take only the seeds you need so everyone can participate.Use the paper clips provided to keep seed packages closed.Bring seeds from home to share with others but please make sure that seeds are labeled with plant variety and growing instructions. Please only leave seeds you purchased or saved within the last two years.Please leave us a note in the supplied notebook so we can get to know our seed exchangers.Take pictures of your gardening experience and share them with us on social media https://www.facebook.com/CCEChenango/Please observe all social distancing recommendations set by the CDC when using the Seed Exchange box.Sanitize seed envelopes before bringing them into your home and wash your hands after using the Seed Exchange Box. Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= Planning Your Garden Webinar Tuesday, May 5, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Are you self-isolating because of COVID-19? Join the club! With the right mindset - and our gardens - we’ll get through this. This enforced time at home is the perfect opportunity to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and start a garden! Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County for a 4-week, free, webinar series teaching the basics of gardening from seed starting to reaping what you sow. Welcome to Part 1 of this series!If you’re new to gardening—and even if you’re not—starting your garden can feel overwhelming. The good news is you don’t have to be a master gardener to create a garden plan that yields a healthy harvest. Register Below! Free Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= Seed Starting-Webinar Tuesday, May 12, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Are you self-isolating because of COVID-19? Join the club! With the right mindset - and our gardens - we’ll get through this. This enforced time at home is the perfect opportunity to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and start a garden! Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County for a 4-week, free, webinar series teaching the basics of gardening from seed starting to reaping what you sow. Welcome to Part 2 of this series!Learn how to start your own plants from seed - indoors & out. From preparing to sow the seeds all the way to final steps before planting outdoors Free Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= Dairy Day Scholarship Deadline Friday, May 15, 2020 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 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 at Dairy Day on June 20thEligibility Students submitting an application must have completed at least one semester of college and have a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher or be seniors in high school planning to attend college in August 2020. Students must be enrolled in an agricultural major and participated in Chenango County agriculture.Find the Application here: http://ccechenango.org/resources/2020-dairy-day-scholarship ========================================= Free Masks & Sanitizer For Farmers Friday, May 15, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Free Masks & Sanitizer For FarmersThe NY State Department of Agriculture & Markets is working with Cornell Cooperative Extension county offices across the state to distribute hand sanitizer and face masks to farms and farmworkers to help ensure their safety during the COVID-19 outbreak. In Chenango County, these materials will be available to the Chenango County Farms at the Extension building parking lot, 99 North Broad Street, Norwich, NY 13815. Products will be distributed on Friday May 15, noon to 4PM and again on Friday, May 22, noon to 4PM.  Please pre-register with Executive Director Ken Smith at kas294@cornell.edu or by calling 607-334-5841 Proof of farm status must be provided in order to receive products Pick up will be at rear of the CCE Chenango Parking Lot, 99 North Broad Street, Norwich, NY 13815 Farms with 1 to 4 employees will receive 2 gallons of hand sanitizer, farms with more will receive four gallons of sanitizer, (more may be available, depending on supply) Face mask will be provided as supplies lastIf there are any questions please feel free to contact us, we look forward to seeing you. Free ========================================= Building Soil and Composting - Webinar Tuesday, May 19, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Are you self-isolating because of COVID-19? Join the club! With the right mindset - and our gardens - we’ll get through this. This enforced time at home is the perfect opportunity to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and start a garden! Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County for a 4-week, free, webinar series teaching the basics of gardening from seed starting to reaping what you sow. Welcome to Part 3 of this series!Discover how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient rich compost. Learn several compost management tips as well as how to build healthy soils for an abundant garden.Register Below! Free Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= Free Masks & Sanitizer For Farmers Friday, May 22, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Free Masks & Sanitizer For FarmersThe NY State Department of Agriculture & Markets is working with Cornell Cooperative Extension county offices across the state to distribute hand sanitizer and face masks to farms and farmworkers to help ensure their safety during the COVID-19 outbreak. In Chenango County, these materials will be available to the Chenango County Farms at the Extension building parking lot, 99 North Broad Street, Norwich, NY 13815. Products will be distributed on Friday May 15, noon to 4PM and again on Friday, May 22, noon to 4PM.  Please pre-register with Executive Director Ken Smith at kas294@cornell.edu or by calling 607-334-5841 Proof of farm status must be provided in order to receive products Pick up will be at rear of the CCE Chenango Parking Lot, 99 North Broad Street, Norwich, NY 13815 Farms with 1 to 4 employees will receive 2 gallons of hand sanitizer, farms with more will receive four gallons of sanitizer, (more may be available, depending on supply) Face mask will be provided as supplies lastIf there are any questions please feel free to contact us, we look forward to seeing you. Free ========================================= Donald Franklin Memorial Scholarship Tuesday, May 26, 2020 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Each year, the ADC awards $700 ($500 from ADC Council and $200 from the Franklin family) to a graduating senior pursuing a degree in an agricultural field. This scholarship is open to any student who resides in Chenango County. It is only required that the student is a resident of Chenango County, the high school they attend does not have to be in Chenango County. Scholarship checks will be awarded when grades from the first semester of college are received.Download and complete the application here.This All applications must be received by May 26, 2020, no laterPlease send the completed application to:Chenango County Ag Development CouncilAttn: Ashley Russell99 North Broad StreetNorwich, NY 13815Or email to: anr72@cornell.edu  ========================================= Garden Pest and Disease Management - Webinar Tuesday, May 26, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Are you self-isolating because of COVID-19? Join the club! With the right mindset - and our gardens - we’ll get through this. This enforced time at home is the perfect opportunity to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and start a garden! Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County for a 4-week, free, webinar series teaching the basics of gardening from seed starting to reaping what you sow. Welcome to Part 4 of this series!Learn how to identify and treat common diseases and pest problems in the home vegetable garden using natural and organic methods. Register Below! Free Alexis Woodcock, asw239@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1120 ========================================= 4-H Leaders Association Scholarship Monday, June 1, 2020 12:15 am - 4:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Every year the Chenango County 4-H Leaders Association offer a college scholarship to graduating seniors that are enrolled in Chenango County 4-H.  All application are due to the 4-H Office by May 1st.4-H Leaders Association Scholarship Application Richard Turrell, rlt229@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1115 ========================================= 4-H Dairy Scholarship Deadline Monday, June 1, 2020 8:00 am - 4:00 pm A $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to a youth who has been active in the Chenango County 4-H Dairy Program. Applicants must be a senior in high school and plan to further their education at a two or four year college or in a certificate degree program. Scholarship payment will be made to winner upon presenting proof of college or program enrollment and the successful completion of one semester. Please use the following application to apply:4-H Dairy Scholarship Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= Avoiding Ticks and Tick Borne Diseases Thursday, June 4, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Ticks and tick borne diseases are a subject people are becoming more aware of. Populations are increasing, but proper repellents, clothing, and property management can help protect you, your family, and your animals. Join us, CCE Chenango via Zoom to find out the latest information about tick borne illnesses and how to reduce your chances of getting tick borne diseases.Join us on one of two dates June 4th or June 10th at 6:30PM on zoom for our webinar!First register for the webinar with the link below, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the webinar. June 4th registration link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xwsjnzWMRu2zKQww16h7qgJune 10th registration link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ONXGgNDUQhWrdZKGR4YQ7g FREE Ashley Russell, anr72@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1116 ========================================= Avoiding Ticks and Tick Borne Diseases Wednesday, June 10, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Ticks and tick borne diseases are a subject people are becoming more aware of. Populations are increasing, but proper repellents, clothing, and property management can help protect you, your family, and your animals. Join us, CCE Chenango via Zoom to find out the latest information about tick borne illnesses and how to reduce your chances of getting tick borne diseases.Join us on one of two dates June 4th or June 10th at 6:30PM on zoom for our webinar!First register for the webinar with the link below, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the webinar. June 4th registration link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xwsjnzWMRu2zKQww16h7qgJune 10th registration link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ONXGgNDUQhWrdZKGR4YQ7g FREE Ashley Russell, anr72@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1116 ========================================= 4-H Animal Project Certificates Monday, June 15, 2020 3:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 All 4-H members planning on exhibiting livestock at the Farmer's Museum Junior Livestock Show and/or Chenango County Fair must have an animal certificate on file with the 4-H Office on or before June 1, 2020. Certificates are required for all horse, market animal, or grade animal exhibits, including beef steers/heifers, market lambs, market goats, hogs, etc. Registered animals must have a copy of their registration papers on file as well. Any animals not on file will NOT be eligible to show in the 4-H shows at County or State Fair.Also, please be aware that the ownership deadline for all 4-H Project Animals for 2020 is June 15st. All registration papers must show ownership by this date to be eligible for show.Link to Animal Certificates. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= 4-H County Fair Pollorum Testing Monday, June 15, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 E Main S , Norwich , NY 13815 NYS Vet Tech Deb Toth will be at the Chenango County Fair Grounds June 15 from 6-7:15pm to complete Pollorum Testing for all nonwaterfowl entering County and State Fair.All poultry must have a current year pollorum test or whole flock test in order to be allowed to compete.Birds that were purchased from a hatchery during the current year do not have to be tested if they are accompanied by a certificate showing that they came from a pollorum free facility. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Horse Riding Evaluations Thursday, June 18, 2020 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 E Main S , Norwich , NY 13815 4-H Horse Riding Evaluations – June 18, 6pm, Norwich FairgroundsAll youth intending to compete at the State Fair Qualifying Horse Show, County Fair Horse Show, or State Fair Horse Shows must complete a riding evaluation before being allowed to compete if:The youth or horse are new to the Chenango County 4-H Horse ProgramThe youth has switched to a different project horse for the 2016 project yearThe youth is moving up a riding levelThe youth will be riding a different horse for Drill Team/Quadrille and has not been evaluated on the horseThe youth is entering in Showmanship and has not been evaluated with the horseIn addition to regular members, Cloverbuds will also be evaluated.All decisions made by the evaluation team are final and will be held to by the Chenango County 4-H Program for all riding events.Evaluations will be held at the Chenango County Fair Grounds on June 18, 6pm. To register or if you have any questions, please contact Janet, 607-334-5841 x12 or jlp27@cornell.edu. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= Chenango County Dairy Day Saturday, June 20, 2020 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Come check out the new aspects of this years Dairy Day!• Horse Drawn Carriage Rides• Dan the Snake Man • A NEW Parade Route!Dairy Day Parade Registration FormFind more forms and Information here: http://ccechenango.org/agriculture/dairy-dayDairy Day has now become an annual tradition and we are proud to announce that the planning of our Eighteenth Annual Dairy Day is underway! As in the past, a committee consisting of dairy farmers, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Farm Bureau members, USDA employees, and local Chenango County businesses are planning a fun-filled and exciting Dairy Day.The 2020 Dairy Day celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds. Similar to previous years, we are planning to begin the day at 10:00AM with a parade in the City of Norwich leading to the Fairgrounds. This years parade has a NEW ROUTE!! Beginning at the CWS/Acheive parking lot and proceeding down Maydole Street to the Fair grounds!!! Family activities and educational exhibits celebrating Chenango County’s agricultural heritage and the importance of the dairy industry, its past, present, and future will be present. Ashley Russell, anr72@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1116 ========================================= 4-H Outdoor Adventure- Kayaking! Thursday, July 9, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Let’s Kayak 4-H, on Thursday July 9th! Ages 10 and upJoin us for a fun paddle on Chenango Lake! Thursday July 9th, from 1:00PM to 3:00PM. We have the kayaks, paddles and life jackets! We will be practicing social distancing and wearing masks, when social distancing isn't possible. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to provide transportation. We will announce more trips soon!Space is limited, please sign up with Erica at elc97@cornell.edu Erica Clark, elc97@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext.1114 ========================================= Small Ruminant Parasite Control Course Monday, July 20, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County’s 4-H Coordinator, Janet Pfromm, to learn how to monitor, treat, and prevent parasites in your flock, herd, or flerd!In this online course, we will discuss the lifecycle and biology of parasites affecting small ruminants, how to use the 5-point check, FAMACHA, and fecal testing to monitor your flock health, and provide best practice procedures for treating your animals with dewormers to avoid resistance. This course is part of a statewide grant from the New York Farm Viability Institute that provides the methods and materials to local County extension offices to teach and host-parasite mitigation strategies. Once you have taken the course and learned the basic techniques, you may gain access to the lab materials on-site at the extension office and work with your local educators to complete your own samples at the office. We are hoping to have the lab open for at least one day each month during the growing season for producers to run their own samples, catch up with their local educators and growers, and access the latest strategies for protecting your animals. As the weather in the Northeast becomes warmer and wetter due to climate change, we are likely going to see further issues with parasites and parasite resistance to dewormers. We must all work together to monitor and efficiently treat our animals to keep them healthy and happy. Training will be offered in-person and through Zoom meeting. Participation is limited to 10 in-person students. Registrations will be received first-come, first-served basis. In person registering call Janet: 607-334-5841 or email her jlp27@cornell.edu Register in advance for this meeting for Zoom: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpcOuqqzMjH9d5Jmd4vEeYbqMRdz0PmSfs For more information call Janet Pfromm of the CCECC 4-H Program at 607-334-5841 ext. 1112, or email jlp27@cornell.edu FREE Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= Ag-Stravaganza Entries Due Saturday, August 1, 2020 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. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Case Building Clean-up Monday, August 10, 2020 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Help clean up the Case Building at the Fair Grounds! Getting ready for the Ag-Stravaganza. ========================================= Chenango County Fair--Postponed Saturday, August 8, 2020 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.County Fair Registration—July 20Fair Clean Up—9:00am, July 27Livestock Pen Set-up—7pm, Aug 34:00pm All entries due to the 4-H office CCE/4-H Office  July 20th, 2020 4:00pmSaturday, August 8th: 10:00am-1:00pm 4-H Judging for Non-Perishable Exhibits HL Case Building Monday, August 10th, 12 noon Animal Barns open to exhibitors, 4:00pm - 7:00pm 4-H Judging for Perishable Exhibits  Animal shows begin Tuesday at 12 noon.Chenango County Fair 4-H Theme:Show your 4-H pride and decorate your livestock or club booth area using this year’s theme,“The Roaring 20’s”Preregistration required. Entry forms on the inside cover of the 4-H Chenango County Fair book.A note from Miss Janet: As we think to summer and the 2020 Chenango County Fair, some may be wondering about how to incorporate the 4-H fair theme into their decorations around Case Building and the animal barns.While the 1920’s were known for a lot of things, is it also known as the Jazz Age, the decade of the 1920s featured economic prosperity and carefree living for many. The decade began with a roar and ended with a crash.The 1920s was a decade of change, when many Americans owned cars, radios, and telephones for the first time. The cars brought the need for good roads. The radio brought the world closer to home. The telephone connected families and friends. Prosperity was on the rise in cities and towns, and social change flavored the air. The Nineteenth Amendment was passed, giving women the right to vote. The first commercially licensed radio broadcast was heard. Radio became a family experience. Everyone would gather around the radio and listen to the news, the comedy shows, and the music. Musical styles were also changing in the 1920s. Louis Armstrong started improvising and adding personal musical variations with his trumpet, playing in a style known as jazz. The Jazz Singerbecame the first successful “talking picture.” Before that time, motion pictures had been silent. Mickey Mouse first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie and Popeye first appeared in the comic strip Thimble Theater.Art Deco was changing the art scene.Aviation represented another area in which things were changing quite rapidly. Up to this time only a few daredevils and barnstormers had flown. In 1924 the United States Air Service circumnavigated the world in airplanes, just twenty-one years after Orville Wright flew the first powered plane for only forty yards in North Carolina. Charles Lindbergh flew solo from New York to Paris, while Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean. Before the decade was over, commercial passenger air travel had begun.The 1920’s also saw the continued development and growth of the National, State and County 4-H Programs.What was happening in Chenango County during the 1920’s?The 1920s represented an era of change and growth. The decade was one of learning and exploration.  $5 general admission/4-H admission rate Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Barns Set Up Monday, August 17, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main Street , Norwich, NY 13815 August 17thThis is the time to set up livestock pens for the Chenango County 4-H Ag-Stravaganza. Janet Pfromm, jlp27@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1112 ========================================= 4-H Non Perisable and Perishable Projects Ag-Stravaganza Drop Off Thursday, August 20, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Drop off to take place at the Case Building:Non-Perishable: Thursday, August 20th Perishable: Friday August 21st ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm The Chenango County CCE office will be closed Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day.  =========================================