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Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word

Wednesday, July 24, 2019

4 Session Series – $40/family fee Tuesdays, July 2 & 9 and Wednesdays, July 24 & 31, 2019 Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four-session ex...

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Chicken BBQ presented by Minisink Kiwanis

Friday, July 26, 2019

Come join the fun at the 4-H Fair & Family Festival! See the 4-H youth exhibits! Watch the animal shows! Play games! And then join us for the Chicken Bar-B-Que prepared by Minisink Kiwanis Club.The meal includes a chicken dinner, baked potato, roll and a choice of ice tea or lemonade. Ticke...

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2019 4-H Fair and Family Festival

Friday, July 26, 2019

Click here to view a larger schedule of our events! Mark your calendar!Bring the family!Join the fun at our 4-H Fair and Family Festival July 26th, 27th and 28th Some activities will include: Movie in the Park Hands on Activities 4-H Displays STEM Story Corner Cow Pie Bingo FoodKeep a...

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Art of Fermentation Workshops

Saturday, July 27, 2019

Master Food Preservers presents: Art of Fermentation Saturday, July 27, 2019 @ 10:15am (sauerkraut) Sunday, July 28, 2019 @ 10:15am (pickled red onions) During our Education Center and 4-H Park during our 4-H Fair & Family Festival located at: 300 Finchville Turnpike, Otisville, NY 1...

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DUCK DERBY 2019

Saturday, July 27, 2019

The sixth Annual Great Extension Duck Derby will be held at the CCE Education Center and 4-H Park during  Day 2 of our 4-H Fair & Family Festival. Ducks will be released promptly at 4:14 pm, so be sure to arrive on time, as you do not want to miss this exciting race! As we have don...

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2019 4-H Fair and Family Festival

Saturday, July 27, 2019

Click here to view a larger schedule of our events! Mark your calendar!Bring the family!Join the fun at our 4-H Fair and Family Festival July 26th, 27th and 28th Some activities will include: Movie in the Park Hands on Activities 4-H Displays STEM Story Corner Cow Pie Bingo FoodKeep a...

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Art of Fermentation Workshops

Sunday, July 28, 2019

Master Food Preservers presents: Art of Fermentation Saturday, July 27, 2019 @ 10:15am (sauerkraut) Sunday, July 28, 2019 @ 10:15am (pickled red onions) During our Education Center and 4-H Park during our 4-H Fair & Family Festival located at: 300 Finchville Turnpike, Otisville, NY 1...

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2019 4-H Fair and Family Festival

Sunday, July 28, 2019

Click here to view a larger schedule of our events! Mark your calendar!Bring the family!Join the fun at our 4-H Fair and Family Festival July 26th, 27th and 28th Some activities will include: Movie in the Park Hands on Activities 4-H Displays STEM Story Corner Cow Pie Bingo FoodKeep a...

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Orange County 4-H Junior Master Photographer Program

Monday, July 29, 2019

Orange County 4-H Junior Master Photographer Program

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Happy Family for DNDW
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Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

4 Session Series – $40/family fee Tuesdays, July 2 & 9 and Wednesdays, July 24 & 31, 2019 Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four-session ex...

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2019 Lunch Box Treats

Thursday, August 8, 2019

Learn how easy it is to make homemade and healthy lunch box snacks including fruit leathers, raisins and more! Cost: $25Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.

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4-H Boat Regatta

Saturday, August 10, 2019

SAVE THE DATE for our 2nd Annual 4-H Boat Regatta!Saturday, August 10th, 20199 am at Fancher Davidge Pool, Middletown NYUsing only corrugated un-waxed cardboard and duct tape, build a boat and paddle and race in our 2nd Annual 4-H Boat Regatta!Prizes Awarded to: Fastest Boat (one lap...

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2019 Pickling

Saturday, August 24, 2019

Learn how to pickle cucumbers and other vegetables using a brine or vinegar with the hot water bath method. Participants will get to take samples home. Must be 18 and older for this class.Cost: $25Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refun...

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2019 Fall Leaf Casting

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

This is a two-part class.First part: Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMSecond part: Tuesday, September 17, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMIn this workshop, we will work with big leaves! Canna, Elephant Ears, and cabbage all have wonderful texture and scale for leaf casting. All material...

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2019 Gifts from Nature

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Driftwood, shells, pine cones, grape vines, leaves and flowers are just a few examples of “gifts” from nature that can be transformed into wreaths, note cards, wall hangings and more. In this “make and take” workshop, you will learn how items found in nature can inspire your creativity.Cost: ...

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2019 Dehydrating Fruits, Vegetables and Herbs

Thursday, September 12, 2019

Dehydration is a great way to preserve your favorite fresh fruits and vegetables whether from your local farm or your garden. This class will demonstrate basic dehydration techniques and equipment needed for fruit, vegetables, and herbs.Cost: $25Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@corn...

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2019 Terrariums

Saturday, September 14, 2019

Learn how to create a beautiful terrarium to take home and enjoy. We will supply all the materials. Cost: $30$27 for Gardening in Orange County subscribersPlease contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someo...

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2019 Cooking with Garden Vegetables

Saturday, September 14, 2019

Learn how to create unique dishes using fresh vegetable and herbs. There will be many tasty recipes to sample!Cost: $25Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.

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2019 Landscaping with Native Plants

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Using native plants in our home landscapes can be a very effective and attractive way to provide wildlife with needed food and shelter. This workshop will provide guidance in plant selection, placement and care, as well as some discussion of hardscape choices. Cost: $10$8 for Gardening in...

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2019 Fall Leaf Casting

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

This is a two-part class.First part: Tuesday, September 10, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMSecond part: Tuesday, September 17, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMIn this workshop, we will work with big leaves! Canna, Elephant Ears, and cabbage all have wonderful texture and scale for leaf casting. All material...

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Bountiful Harvest 2019

Saturday, September 21, 2019

​Besides the hay wagon rides and delicious dinner, there is always lots of excitement and competition around The ‘Celebrity Cow Milking Contest’.

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2019 Autumn Wreaths

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Create a beautiful autumn wreath using dried flowers, seeds and other natural materials.Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.

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2019 Fall Tablescapes

Friday, October 4, 2019

Fall is a wonderful time to entertain. Learn to make beautiful and simple centerpieces, napkin rings, table coverings and more to decorate your home. Many ideas will be shared, and participants will make and take home some items of their own. Cost: $20Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or...

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2019 Milk Soaps

Saturday, October 19, 2019

Enjoy the skin-smoothing benefits of soaps containing milk. In this informative workshop, you will learn simple safety measures, and the basic techniques for making milk-based soap. Participants will make soap to take home. Must be age 18 or older. Cost: $45Please contact us at 845-344-12...

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2019 Botanical Drawing

Saturday, November 9, 2019

Illustrate a holly shrub branch with colored pencils. Your completed drawing of dark green leaves and red berries will make a nice holiday gift or decoration for your home. Review drawing basics: form, tone, color; become familiar with drawing materials; observe our subject; and do a tonal dr...

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2019 Making a Snowman

Saturday, November 16, 2019

This is a 2-part class!Saturday, November 16 & 23 10 AM - 12 PM       Learn how to make a beautiful and cheerful snowman, and decorate it using all natural materials. Your unique creation will surely become a family heirloom!Cost: $30$27 for Gardening in Orange County sub...

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2019 Making Homemade Soup

Saturday, November 16, 2019

It’s getting cold outside and what is better than warming up with a nice bowl of homemade soup for lunch or dinner? Learn how easy it is to make soup and how to freeze it to save time in the future. Participants will take some soup home as well.Cost: $25Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or ora...

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2019 Making a Snowman

Saturday, November 23, 2019

This is a 2-part class!Saturday, November 16 & 23 10 AM - 12 PM       Learn how to make a beautiful and cheerful snowman, and decorate it using all natural materials. Your unique creation will surely become a family heirloom!Cost: $30$27 for Gardening in Orange County sub...

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2019 Creating Wreaths, Tabletop Trees & Kissing Balls

Friday, December 6, 2019

Create your choice of one of these lovely holiday decorations to make and take home to display. Cost: $35$31.50 for Gardening in Orange County subscribersPlease contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone ...

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2019 Creating Wreaths, Tabletop Trees & Kissing Balls

Friday, December 6, 2019

Create your choice of one of these lovely holiday decorations to make and take home to display. Cost: $35$31.50 for Gardening in Orange County subscribersPlease contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone ...

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2019 Creating Wreaths, Tabletop Trees & Kissing Balls

Friday, December 6, 2019

Create your choice of one of these lovely holiday decorations to make and take home to display. Cost: $35$31.50 for Gardening in Orange County subscribersPlease contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone ...

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2019 Holiday Icebox Cookies

Saturday, December 14, 2019

Holiday baking does not have to be stressful! Come learn how to make icebox cookies and take a batch home!Cost: $25Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.

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