Events
Canning Meat Class
Monday, October 26, 2026
Learn the essential skills and science behind safely preserving meat at home using pressure canning. This hands-on class on October 5th from 6-9pm locate at 99 North Broad Street Norwich NY 13815 is designed for beginners and seasoned home preservers alike who want to confidently can beef, poultr...
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Kids in the Kitchen- October
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Join us for a fun fall recipe on October 27th from 5:30-6:30pm. Zoom link and food pick-up details will be sent the week prior to the session. If you have any questions, please reach out to Whitney at wdg43@cornell.edu
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Spooky 4-H Fun Night
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Games, games, and more games! Come join Nicole and fellow 4-H youth for a fun-filled 4-H Fun Night—with pizza included! In the spirit of spooky season, youth will explore the science behind slime while creating their own slime. After getting hands-on with some spooky slime science, we’ll keep...
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4-H Welcome Sign Craft Night
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Join The Purple Mums, a family-run small business in Afton, to create your own personalized wooden Welcome Sign with an autumn flair! A portion of the cost will be covered by the Leader’s Association, with a $10 participant fee remaining for each 4-H’er. Spots are limited, so sign up early!Th...
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Holiday Office Closures
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County office will be closed the following days:New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayColumbus/Indigenous People's DayVeteran's DayThanksgivingBlack FridayChristmas EveChristmas Day
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4-H Healthy Baking - Pumpkin Muffins
Thursday, November 12, 2026
Let’s get back in the kitchen and mix up another healthy recipe! Youth will make delicious pumpkin muffins; a seasonal favorite sweetened with applesauce and brown sugar. Participants will practice measuring, mixing, and baking while building kitchen skills, working together, and enjoying a t...
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Fall Gardening - Planting Garlic
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Dig in and learn how to grow your own garlic! In this hands-on program, 4-H youth will discover the best time and techniques for planting garlic, then head outside to plant cloves together. Everyone will leave with the knowledge to grow garlic at home and enjoy a tasty harvest next summer. Th...
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Barn Quilts
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Join us on November 24th for a fun afternoon of creativity as we design and paint barn quilts!Because this is a half-day for many local school districts, we're offering extended program hours to help accommodate working families. Drop-off begins at 12:30 PMEnjoy lunch and a movie before the ...
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CCE Board of Directors Meeting
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County is governed by an 11-member Board of Directors that consists of elected community volunteers, 1 voting member appointed by the Chenango County Legislature, and a representative from Cornell University. It includes people from towns throughout Chena...
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Holiday Office Closures
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County office will be closed the following days:New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayColumbus/Indigenous People's DayVeteran's DayThanksgivingBlack FridayChristmas EveChristmas Day
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Holiday Office Closures
Friday, November 27, 2026
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County office will be closed the following days:New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayColumbus/Indigenous People's DayVeteran's DayThanksgivingBlack FridayChristmas EveChristmas Day
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Kids in the Kitchen- December
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Join us for Kids in the Kitchen on December 1st from 5:30-6:30pm via zoom. Food pick-up and zoom link details will be sent the week prior the event. Thank you!
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4-H Paint Your Own Pottery Night at Village Clay
Friday, December 4, 2026
Join Nicole at Village Clay in Hamilton for a fun pottery painting experience! 4-H’ers will be provided with a 4-H mug to paint, decorate and make their own! We are working to get a portion of this program covered, but the cost may be up to $15 per participant.
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4-H Cooking with the Season
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
It’s time to explore some new recipes with 4-H Cooking with the Season! Youth will learn proper kitchen safety and essential cooking skills as they peel, chop, sauté, and prepare a delicious seasonal recipe. Along the way, 4-H’ers will build confidence in the kitchen, practice teamwork, and d...
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4-H Holiday Card Craft Night
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Get into the festive spirit at our Holiday Card Craft Night! 4-H youth will create handmade holiday cards to share with family, friends, or community members. All supplies are provided - just bring your creativity and holiday cheer!
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4-H Holiday Cookies
Friday, December 18, 2026
Celebrate the season with our 4-H Holiday Cookies program! 4-H youth will bake and decorate festive cookies while practicing kitchen skills, teamwork, and creativity. Enjoy tasting your delicious creations and spreading some holiday cheer!
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Holiday Office Closures
Thursday, December 24, 2026
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County office will be closed the following days:New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayColumbus/Indigenous People's DayVeteran's DayThanksgivingBlack FridayChristmas EveChristmas Day
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Holiday Office Closures
Friday, December 25, 2026
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County office will be closed the following days:New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayColumbus/Indigenous People's DayVeteran's DayThanksgivingBlack FridayChristmas EveChristmas Day
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4-H Public Presentations Clinic
Saturday, January 9, 2027
Join 4-H Staff on January 9th for the 4-H Public Presentations Clinic. Youth will learn the ins and outs of public presentations, and we will help you answer any questions you may have about this annual event!
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