4-H Valentine's Day Craft Night Friday, February 13, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Join us the day before Valentine’s Day to make a special craft for your loved ones! Whether it’s creating a handmade card or decorating a wooden heart, 4-H’ers will have the chance to get creative and make something from the heart. Everyone will go home with a unique, personalized gift to share with someone special.This event is for 4-H youth. It is free, but registration is required.  Free Nicole Starkweather, nrs98@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1134 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Valentines-Day-Craft-Night_208 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Chenango County 4H Dairy Bowl Thursday, February 19, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Get ready for some hands-on learning about all things Dairy!Competition is on March 21st at the Greene Intermediate School.  Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Dairy_Bowl-2-3-3_208 ========================================= 4-H Poultry Care and Showmanship Clinic Sunday, February 22, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Ready to Rule the Roost? Join Our 4-H Poultry Care & Showmanship Clinic! Learn the secrets to raising healthy, happy birds and shine in the show ring!Special Bonus:We will have a guest speaker, APA licensed judge Bill Post, on hand to answer YOUR questions, so come prepared!Open to all 4-H'ers 5-18 (as of January 1st) Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Poultry_Clinic_5-2_208 ========================================= 4-H Healthy Baking - Banana Bread Monday, February 23, 2026 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 It’s National Banana Bread Day, so let’s get into the kitchen and celebrate!4-H youth will sharpen their baking skills by following a recipe, measuring ingredients, and working together as a team to create delicious banana bread muffins. Along the way, we’ll talk about kitchen safety and the basics of baking—then enjoy tasting our warm, freshly baked treats!This event is for 4-H youth. It is free, but registration is required.  Free Nicole Starkweather, nrs98@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1134 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Healthy-Baking-Banana-Bread_208 ========================================= Chenango County 4H Dairy Bowl Tuesday, February 24, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Get ready for some hands-on learning about all things Dairy!Competition is on March 21st at the Greene Intermediate School.  Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Dairy_Bowl-2-3-3_208 ========================================= Public Presentations- 4-H Youth Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Join in on the fun with public presentations. You will gain public speaking skills that will last a lifetime! Whitney Kmetz, wdg43@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext. 1115 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Public-Presentation-Sign-Up_208 ========================================= Chenango County 4H Dairy Bowl Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Get ready for some hands-on learning about all things Dairy!Competition is on March 21st at the Greene Intermediate School.  Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Dairy_Bowl-2-3-3_208 ========================================= 4-H Equine Showmanship Clinic Sunday, March 8, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Calling all horse lovers!Join us at Hidden Ponds Stables for an exciting day of learning, laughter, and lots of horse time. Whether you’re new to showmanship or want to polish your skills, this clinic is for YOU! Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Equine_Clinic_5-2_208 ========================================= Chenango County 4H Dairy Bowl Tuesday, March 10, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Get ready for some hands-on learning about all things Dairy!Competition is on March 21st at the Greene Intermediate School.  Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Dairy_Bowl-2-3-3_208 ========================================= Chenango County 4H Dairy Bowl Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 Get ready for some hands-on learning about all things Dairy!Competition is on March 21st at the Greene Intermediate School.  Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Dairy_Bowl-2-3-3_208 ========================================= 4H Sheep Farm Tour Sunday, March 22, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join Us for a Sheep Adventure!Step into the world of sustainable farming with a tour of Starlight Acres Katahdin-Dorper Sheep Farm in Munnsville, NY! Just after lambing season, you’ll meet the flock, learn about their unique operation, and discover how solar grazing is shaping the future of agriculture. Don’t miss this chance to see innovation and tradition working side by side!Open to all 4-H'ers 5-18 (as of January 1st) Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Sheep_Tour_5-2-2_208 ========================================= 30 Minute Meals-Canceled Lack of Enrollment Tuesday, February 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm FREE Explore a variety of 30 Minute Meals on a budget. Parents, Grandparents, Kinship Caregivers, and Young Adults will benefit most from this class.  The lesson series is designed to provide families with healthy, budget-friendly meals in under 30 minutes. Participants will come to understand how cooking doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Lesson reinforcements available throughout the 9- week series. Registration is required. Please register by contacting Mary Close at mkc244@cornell.edu. Class size is limited to 14. FREE Mary Close, mkc244@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1119 ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 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 Chenango County who bring their knowledge of community needs and concerns to the governance of this organization. Our board sets policy, hires staff, prioritizes educational programs and works with Extension's educational staff to ensure program effectiveness. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= Kids in the Kitchen Tuesday, April 14, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 4-H Kids in the Kitchen Tuesday, April 14th from 5:30-6:30pmCooking on zoom! We provide the food and youth cook a meal at home! Youth learn cooking basics and how to incorporate more veggies and fruits into their meals. Food will be provided! Pick-up instructions will be given prior to the zoom class. Adult supervision required. PLEASE REGISTER AS A FAMILY.If you have any further questions, feel free to email me at: wdg43@cornell.edu Registration: https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Kidsinthekitchen-2-3-2_208 ========================================= 4H Cashmere Goat Farm Tour Sunday, April 26, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Experience the magic of Cashmere goats at Kato En Farm!Join us in South New Berlin, NY for an exclusive tour just after kidding season begins. Watch cashmere being harvested, meet the goats, and learn firsthand how this unique farm operates. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at one of nature’s softest fibers! Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Cashmere_Tour_5-2-2-2_208 ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, April 28, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 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 Chenango County who bring their knowledge of community needs and concerns to the governance of this organization. Our board sets policy, hires staff, prioritizes educational programs and works with Extension's educational staff to ensure program effectiveness. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= Kids in the Kitchen Tuesday, May 12, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 4-H Kids in the Kitchen Tuesday, May 12th from 5:30-6:30pmCooking on zoom! We provide the food and youth cook a meal at home! Youth learn cooking basics and how to incorporate more veggies and fruits into their meals. Food will be provided!Adult supervision required. PLEASE REGISTER AS A FAMILY.If you have any further questions, feel free to email me at: wdg43@cornell.edu Registration: https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Kidsinthekitchen-2-3-2-5_208 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Monday, May 25, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Kids in the Kitchen Tuesday, June 9, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 4-H Kids in the Kitchen Tuesday, June 9th from 5:30-6:30pmCooking on zoom! We provide the food and youth cook a meal at home! Youth learn cooking basics and how to incorporate more veggies and fruits into their meals. Food will be provided!Adult supervision required. PLEASE REGISTER AS A FAMILY.If you have any further questions, feel free to email me at: wdg43@cornell.edu Registration: https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Kidsinthekitchen-2-3-2-5-2_208 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Friday, June 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 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 Chenango County who bring their knowledge of community needs and concerns to the governance of this organization. Our board sets policy, hires staff, prioritizes educational programs and works with Extension's educational staff to ensure program effectiveness. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= 2026 4-H Pullorum Testing Thursday, June 25, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main Street , Norwich, NY 13815 The annual Pullorum-Typhoid Testing Clinic will be held at the Chenango County Fairgrounds this year. See below for some friendly reminders from New York State Ag and Markets:Animal Health Requirements for Admission to New York State and County Fairs for Poultry: Poultry (with the exception of doves, pigeons, and waterfowl) must be accompanied by1) results of a negative pullorum typhoid test conducted within 90 days prior to exhibition OR2) proof that the birds originated directly from a US pullorum-typhoid clean flock or equivalent flock. Poultry qualified by 90-day test must be identified by official leg band. Proof of NPIP status must be in the form of an NPIP certificate or purchase receipt containing NPIP certification information. If utilizing a receipt, it must be dated within 1 year of the date of admission to the fair. Poultry under the age of 4 months do not get tested for pullorum-typhoid.Families with more than 10 birds needing testing are encouraged to join the NPIP Program and have their flock tested at home. More information about Pullorum‑Typhoid and NPIP can be found on the USDA website: NVAP Reference Guide: National Poultry Improvement Plan | APHISPlease register for the Pullorum Testing Clinic at the link below. Micaela Meseck, mm3589@cornell.edu, 607-334-5841 ext. 1132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=PullorumTesting1_208 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Friday, July 3, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Open Farm Day Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm We are currently looking for farms & agribusinesses to join our 2026 Chenango County Open Farm Day as STOPS. Please use the application below to join our event.Open Farm Day ApplicationJoin us for Chenango County’s second Open Farm Day, a free community event that invites you to step onto local farms and experience the heart of agriculture up close. Families, friends, and neighbors are welcome to explore where our food comes from, meet the farmers who make it possible, and enjoy time with animals right on the farm.From hands-on activities to opportunities to taste and purchase fresh local products, Open Farm Day is both educational and fun for all ages. It’s a chance to celebrate the traditions of farming in Chenango County while discovering the innovative practices shaping its future.When you visit, remember that every handshake, every question, and every purchase helps support the hardworking farmers who keep our community strong.Come spend the day with us, support local agriculture, and make lasting memories at this special community celebration!LINK FOR GOOGLE MAP: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1kIZZvht9rqsd_LqUhC0vu-fQad-z9Dk&usp=sharingOpen Farm Day is a signature event of Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE), and our Chenango association is proud to offer farms and the public the opportunity to participate this year on July 18, 2026. Months of planning and coordination go into making Open Farm Day a success, so that visitors have an engaging and educational experience while supporting local agriculture. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 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 Chenango County who bring their knowledge of community needs and concerns to the governance of this organization. Our board sets policy, hires staff, prioritizes educational programs and works with Extension's educational staff to ensure program effectiveness. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Monday, September 7, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 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 Chenango County who bring their knowledge of community needs and concerns to the governance of this organization. Our board sets policy, hires staff, prioritizes educational programs and works with Extension's educational staff to ensure program effectiveness. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Monday, October 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Wednesday, November 11, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, November 24, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County, 99 North Broad Street , Norwich, NY 13815 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 Chenango County who bring their knowledge of community needs and concerns to the governance of this organization. Our board sets policy, hires staff, prioritizes educational programs and works with Extension's educational staff to ensure program effectiveness. Craig Brown, cbrown@cornell.edu, (607) 334-5841 ext:1112 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Thursday, November 26, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Friday, November 27, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Thursday, December 24, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 ========================================= Holiday Office Closures Friday, December 25, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 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 =========================================