4-H Boat Regatta Saturday, August 18, 2018 9:00 am - 11:00 am Fancher Davidge Pool (130 Lake Avenue Middletown, NY 10940) SAVE THE DATE for our 1st 4-H Boat Regatta!Sat., August 18th, 20189 am at Fancher Davidge Pool, Middletown NYUsing only corrugated un-waxed cardboard and duct tape build a boat and paddle and race in our 1st 4-H Boat Regatta!Prizes Awarded to: Fastest Boat (one lap) – to race the boat in the pool youth must be 13 years or older.Best Engineered DesignMost CreativeClick here for a color flyer. You must be at least 13 years old to be in the boat when it goes into the water, but youth of any age can be part of the team! To register, call the 4H office at 845-344-1234 or email Carol at cm798@cornell.edu.You must register by Friday, August 17th.If you have any questions about how to make your boat, please contact Kathy Leo or DeAnna Sardella-Matthews at 845-344-1234.Email Kathy at kal64@cornell.edu or email DeAnna at ds2285@cornell.edu. Kathy Leo, kal64@cornell.edu ========================================= 4-H Robotic Club Monday, August 20, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Would you like to be part of Orange County robotic club and participate in this yearsSTATE FAIR ROBOTICS CHALLENGE?Practice Dates at 6 pm at the CCE OFFICE – No Fee to JOINJuly 9, 16, 23 and August 6, 13, 20Please call (845-344-1234) or email Kathy (kal64@cornell.edu) or DeAnna (ds2285@cornell.edu) to register.This year’s State Robotics Challenge will be Sunday, August 26 from 1 to 6 PM at the NY State Fair with time available to practice in the morning of that day. Thanks to the creativity of our Robotics Planning Team and the input of teams across the state, we’re growing the Challenge this year to include new ways for teams to get involved! This year’s challenge will include 3 parts: Part 1 will be a Lego challenge like last year where teams bring NXT or EV3 robots to accomplish challenge tasks. The theme will focus on natural disaster recovery. Part 2 will be a maze that teams can bring any kind of robot to navigate. Both Parts 1 and 2 will be held on August 26. Part 3 is an opportunity for teams to showcase their robot anytime during State Fair. This showcase could happen in county booths or in the Activity Zone and timing would be negotiated with the team.Save the Date: August 26 State Fair, Syracuse NY Free for 4-H members, $15 for non-members. Kathy Leo, kal64@cornell.edu ========================================= Finding A Balance Wednesday, August 22, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Finding A Balance teaches parents and caregivers how to create balanced, healthy and affordable meals for their families while taking concerns about diabetes into account. This FREE Nine-Week Series meets on Wednesdays. Click here for a color flyer. This course is for: Parents and caregivers of pre-diabetic or diabetic children and teensParents with pre-diabetes or a diabetesFamilies at risk of developing Type 2 diabetesFamilies concerned about diabetes (e.g. strong family history)In this workshop, you will learn: Effective communication and successful goal setting techniquesHow to use the healthy diabetes plateHealthy, delicious, affordable recipesAccessible physical activitiesHow to develop a strong support system (including healthcare providers, family and friends)    Free nine-week series. Please register by clicking below. Annemarie Stephens, as488@cornell.edu ========================================= Healthy Grab and Go Breakfast 2018 Thursday, August 23, 2018 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Just in time for back to school! See how easy breakfast on the run can be. Are you literally running out the door in the morning? Do you skip breakfast even though you know it is the most important meal of the day? Do you struggle to find quick and healthy options? Eating healthy on the go does not have to be difficult. Come learn how to start your day off right while on the run. Cost: $20 per person. Space is limited, so please register early.Deadline for registration: August 16, 2018.Click here for a color flyer. Must be 18 years of age & sign a risk waiver. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. $20 per person. Click below to register online. Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word Thursday, August 23, 2018 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Most parents agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This program series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn:Most effective parenting stylesWhy children behave the way they doEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact“I am very grateful that  this program was available. It washelpful and a very good experience.”– Parent and program participant in 2017Click here to register online. You may also call 845-344-1234 to pay with a credit card.Click here for a color flyer with mail-in registration form. $40 per family Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= Woods Forum Thursday, September 6, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm 4H Park and Education Center (300 Finchville Turnpike Otisville, NY 10963) The Woods Forum is an event that brings together woodland owners and managers with a diversity of professionals who are present to answer questions as they arise. Departing from the traditional presentation model, the woods forum is an adaptive event that allows for the discussion to go in whichever direction is most important to meet local needs. Woodland owners are welcome to bring up any questions on topics surrounding woodland management and understanding from invasives and disease to thinning, cleaning up messes after storms, or agroforestry practices. Professionals from government and private industry will be present to offer experienced insight into the many issues confronting woodland management.Should you have any questions related to registration, please contact Erik at 344-1234 or email jk2642@cornell.edu. Free to Attend Erik Schellenberg, jk2642@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 12324 ========================================= Make Your Own Pickles Saturday, September 8, 2018 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County (18 Seward Avenue Suite 300 (third floor) Middletown, New York 10940) “Get in a Pickle!” Come Create Some Zesty Delights Pickling is the process of preserving food by the use of brine or vinegar. Learn how to pickle using the hot water bath method.  You’ll go home with one jar of each type of pickle and the recipes to share with your family and friends. Enjoy the taste of summer through the winter months. Cost: $30/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.   Registration deadline is August 31, 2018.   Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information. Bring an apron. No open-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE & SIGN A RISK WAIVER   Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.   $30 per person Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Small Ruminant Seminar Saturday, September 8, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 4H Park and Education Center (300 Finchville Turnpike Otisville, NY 10963) Saturday, September 8, 2018 Registration Deadline: September 3, 2018 CCE Southeast Regional TeamOpen to all regional sheep and goat owners and producers. This full  day seminar will offer a range of information and hands on activities from herd health and maintenance to reproduction and birthing. This will range from beginner to more advanced information as well. Registration includes lunch and Program materials. Pre-Registration required by: September 3, 2018For more information call 845-344-1234 or email ram72@cornell.eduIncludes lunch and program materials. Youth are free with an adult.Register online: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/Small_Ruminant_2018View the Brochure as a .pdf. ProgramBrought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster, Orange & Sullivan Counties 9:00 - Registration9:15 - Beginners Sheep & Goat  CCE Livestock Team10:45 - On Farm Vet Med Care Veterinarian12:00 - Lunch12:30 - 3:00 - Break Out Sessions  (45 min rotations) Parasite Control Jason Detzel, CCE UlsterGeneral Maintenance (Hoof Care, Disbudding, etc.) Rachel Moody, CCE Orange MichelleProscia, CCE SullivanVet Techniques (drenching, shots, tubing, etc.) Veterinarian3:00 - Wrap up & Program Evaluation CCE Livestock Team $40 for current CCE enrollees | $45 for non-enrollees Rachel Moody, ram72@cornell.edu ========================================= 2018 Create an Herbal Wreath Thursday, September 13, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Put dried herbs to great use by creating a wreath to hang in your kitchen for later culinary use.Learn how to grow and preserve herbs, and take home a wreath ready to hang and use. Most of the herbs we will use have been locally grown and are easy to incorporate into a home garden.Click here for a color flier. Cost: $25/person.Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment. Registration deadline is September 7, 2018. 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.  Cost: $25 per person. Click below to register. Jill Van Aken, Jd863@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= 2018 Terrariums Saturday, September 15, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Learn how to create a beautiful terrarium to take home and enjoy. We will supply all of the materials.Terrariums offer a different way to bring plants into your home. They are simple to create and are low maintenance.   Click here for a color flier. Cost: $30/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment. Registration deadline is September 8, 2018.   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.   Cost: $30 per person. Click below to register. Jill Van Aken, Jd863@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Celebrity Cow Milking Contest 2018 Saturday, September 15, 2018 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4H Park and Education Center (300 Finchville Turnpike Otisville, NY 10963) The Celebrity Milking Contest is part of the Bountiful Harvest Celebration.These six Orange County celebrities have just 3 minutes to prove their cow-milking prowess!Make a pledge for the celebrity YOU believe will win the coveted Blue Ribbon!Pledges accepted until 12:00 pm on Sat., Sept. 15, 2018Who will win the Blue Ribbon?Click here to vote for Pete Ewanciw, Minisink Kiwanis Club.Click here to vote for Ronald Leal, Middletown Kiwanis Club.Click here to vote for Ed Fairweather, Otisville Lions Club.Click here to vote for Wanda Cruz on behalf of the Middletown Lions Club.Click here to vote for Scott Hamel, Wallkill East Rotary Club.Click here to vote for Peter Lazier, Middletown Rotary Club.Proceeds benefit the Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County Education Center and 4-H Park.Pledge online with Visa, MasterCard or Discover; or send pledge checks made out to CCEOC to: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 18 Seward Ave., Suite 300, Middletown, NY 10940. Please note on check the name of contestant you are pledging.Click here for a Milking Contest color flyer. The Bountifiul Harvest Celebration will kick off with a social hour and horse drawn wagon rides at 5 pm., Celebrity Cow milking Contest at 6 pm, followed by a sumptuous meal prepared from locally sourced ingredients. Click here for more information and to RSVP to the Bountiful Harvest Celebration. Kathi Webber, kw389@cornell.edu, 845-645-6311 ========================================= Bountiful Harvest Celebration 2018 Saturday, September 15, 2018 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4H Park and Education Center (300 Finchville Turnpike Otisville, NY 10963) Click here to reserve your spot for the 2018 Bountiful Harvest celebration. (Or download and mail in this printable form.) Register online by Thurs., Sept. 6, 2018  or mail your response to: Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County, 18 Seward Ave., Suite 300, Middletown, NY 10940.Click here to become a Bountiful Harvest Celebration sponsor. Or call for details - 845-344-1234 or kw389@cornell.edu.Click here to Pledge for your favorite Celebrity Milker. Spend a fun autumn evening at the Education Center & 4-H Park. Social Hour at 5:00 pm Horse-Drawn Wagon Site Tours Local “Celebrities” Milking Contest Sumptuous Farm-to-Table Dining You are invited to our annual ‘Bountiful Harvest’ fundraising dinner and ‘Celebrity Cow Milking Contest’. The event takes place each year at Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County’s Education Center & 4-H Park, located in Otisville, NY. Besides the hay wagon rides and delicious dinner, there is always lots of excitement and competition around the “The ‘Celebrity Cow Milking Contest’. Six community leaders have been chosen to try their hand at milking a cow. They also secure monetary pledges, hoping to be the one celebrity who raises the most money for the Education Center & 4-H Park. However, the biggest winner is the one who garners the most milk in their pail! It is an autumn evening filled with good old-fashioned fun and delicious food prepared from local farms. Thank you to our sponsors! Blue Ribbon Sponsor: Acorn Sponsors: $125 per person Kathi Webber, kw389@cornell.edu, 845-645-6311 ========================================= Dehydrating Fruit, Veggies, & Herbs Thursday, September 20, 2018 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County (18 Seward Avenue Suite 300 (third floor) Middletown, New York 10940) Preserve your harvest. f you're thinking ways to preserve your harvest from the garden,why not try dehydration? This class demonstrates basic dehydration techniques as they apply to fruit, vegetables and herbs.We will cover selection of equipment needed, preparation, storage and optimal foods for dehydrating. Cost: $20/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.   Registration deadline is September 13, 2018.   Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Bring an apron. No open-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE & SIGN A RISK WAIVER  Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.   20 Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= 2018 Make a Tillandsia Wreath Saturday, September 22, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Learn all about the wonderful world of tillandsias (air plants), how they grow, how to water them, and what type of light they need.Learn how to use them in decorating your home.Construct a living wreath using tillandsias, mosses, and other materials to take home.Click here for a color flyer. Cost: $50/person.Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment. Registration deadline is September 7, 2018. Please contact Jill at 845-344-1234 or jd863@cornell.edu for more information. Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.  Cost: $50 per person. Click on the link below to register online. Jill Van Aken, Jd863@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word (NW Fall 2018) Sunday, September 23, 2018 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Office of Dr. Winchester-Vega Associates (3250 Route 9W New Windsor, NY 12553) 2 Session Series – $40/family fee Sundays, September 23 & 30, 2018. Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four session series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn:Most effective parenting stylesEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact “As a result of this series, I have come to appreciate the different approaches and options available for communication and conflict resolution. I will actively work towards implementing them into my daily life.”-- Recent ParticipantClick here for a color flyer. Click here to register online. Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= Cooking with Garden Veggies Wednesday, September 26, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County (18 Seward Avenue Suite 300 (third floor) Middletown, New York 10940) "Garden-to-Table" Dining, Right at home! The interest in home vegetable gardening is on the rise and an ever increasing hobby. Growing your own vegetables and herbs allows you to experiment with many varieties you don't see that often. Tired of the same old recipes? Come learn some new uses for your gardens bounty! Learn how to create unique dishes using fresh vegetables and herbs from the garden. We will demonstrate how to prepare some tasty recipes and sample all of the creations. You will go home with all of the recipes. What could be fresher than this? Cost: $20/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.   Registration deadline is September 19, 2018.   Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information. Bring an apron. No open-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE & SIGN A RISK WAIVER   Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.   20 Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word (NW Fall 2018) Sunday, September 30, 2018 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Office of Dr. Winchester-Vega Associates (3250 Route 9W New Windsor, NY 12553) 2 Session Series – $40/family fee Sundays, September 23 & 30, 2018. Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four session series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn:Most effective parenting stylesEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact “As a result of this series, I have come to appreciate the different approaches and options available for communication and conflict resolution. I will actively work towards implementing them into my daily life.”-- Recent ParticipantClick here for a color flyer. Click here to register online. Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word (Newburgh Fall 2018) Thursday, October 4, 2018 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS) (30 Gidney Avenue Newburgh, NY 12550) 4 Session Series – $40/family fee Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four session series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn: Most effective parenting stylesEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact“As a result of this series, I have come to appreciate the different approaches and options available for communication and conflict resolution. I will actively work towards implementing them into my daily life.”-- Recent ParticipantClick here for a color flyer. Click here to register online. Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= Hands-on Homemade Applesauce Saturday, October 6, 2018 10:00 am - 11:30 am Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County (18 Seward Avenue Suite 300 (third floor) Middletown, New York 10940) Come Create Some Delicious Applesauce. Learn how easy it is to make your own fresh applesauce. The taste of homemade is beyond compare! We will make chunky and smooth applesauces, and can them using the water bath method. Participants will take home samples. Learn safe canning techniques for applesauce and other high-acid fruits by using the fun and easy water bath canning method. Every student gets a jar to take home! Plus, you will receive recipes and information on canning. Cost: $20/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.   Registration deadline is September 28, 2018.   Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information. Bring an apron. No open-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE & SIGN A RISK WAIVER   Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.   20 Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word (Newburgh Fall 2018) Thursday, October 11, 2018 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS) (30 Gidney Avenue Newburgh, NY 12550) 4 Session Series – $40/family fee Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four session series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn: Most effective parenting stylesEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact“As a result of this series, I have come to appreciate the different approaches and options available for communication and conflict resolution. I will actively work towards implementing them into my daily life.”-- Recent ParticipantClick here for a color flyer. Click here to register online. Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= 2018 Botanical Papermaking Tuesday, October 16, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Learn the ancient art of making paper using a variety of botanical additives and recycled materials. Participants will make several sheets of paper and make small paper items.Dress for mess. Click here for a color flyer.Cost: $30 per person.Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.Click here to register online.Registration deadline is October 9, 2018. 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. Jill Van Aken, Jd863@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word (Newburgh Fall 2018) Thursday, October 18, 2018 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS) (30 Gidney Avenue Newburgh, NY 12550) 4 Session Series – $40/family fee Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four session series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn: Most effective parenting stylesEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact“As a result of this series, I have come to appreciate the different approaches and options available for communication and conflict resolution. I will actively work towards implementing them into my daily life.”-- Recent ParticipantClick here for a color flyer. Click here to register online. Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= 2018 Milk Soap Saturday, October 20, 2018 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Homemade soap making entails special ingredients, precise measurements and timing, as well as simple safety measures.Learn the basic techniques for making soap using milk in this workshop.Participants will make soap to take home. Cost: $45 per person.Must be 18 years old or older. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.Registration deadline is October 12, 2018.Click here for a color flyer.                  Click here to register online.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. Jill Van Aken, Jd863@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word (Newburgh Fall 2018) Thursday, October 25, 2018 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Gidney Avenue Memorial School (GAMS) (30 Gidney Avenue Newburgh, NY 12550) 4 Session Series – $40/family fee Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Most parents/caregivers agree that getting their children to behave is both important AND difficult. This four session series will help parents and caregivers learn and practice seven principles of positive and persuasive discipline.You will learn: Most effective parenting stylesEffective communication and conflict resolutionHow to set realistic limitsHow to provide natural and logical consequencesthat keep everyone’s self-esteem intact“As a result of this series, I have come to appreciate the different approaches and options available for communication and conflict resolution. I will actively work towards implementing them into my daily life.”-- Recent ParticipantClick here for a color flyer. Click here to register online. Julika von Stackelberg, jv426@cornell.edu, 845 - 344 - 1234 ========================================= Gluten Free Cooking Saturday, October 27, 2018 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County (18 Seward Avenue Suite 300 (third floor) Middletown, New York 10940) Come Create Some Tasty Delights. Gluten free cooking is not just dedicated for those who suffer from gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, but also for those who live with people following a gluten free diet. Going gluten free doesn't mean giving up all of your favorite foods. Learn how and what you can do to manage a gluten free life. We will demonstrate a variety of recipes for you to sample. You will also get to take home the recipes. How do you get started on a gluten-free diet? Initially the idea can cause a little stress, but fear not! We'll help you cook your way through the best-ever home-made gluten-free recipes and inspire you to develop your own creations. Feel free to bring a recipe that you would like help altering to make gluten free. Cost: $20/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.   Registration deadline is October 19, 2018.   Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information.Bring an apron. No open-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE & SIGN A RISK WAIVER  Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.   20 Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= 2018 Botanical Drawing Saturday, November 3, 2018 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 18 Seward Avenue, Suite 300 (Third Floor) Middletown, New York 10940-1919 Illustrate flowers using colored pencils.Review drawing basics: form, tone and color; become familiar with drawing materials; observe your subject; and do a tonal drawing before finishing it with color.A material list for you to purchase will be provided upon registration. Click here for a color flyer.  Click here to register online. Cost: $20 per person.Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.Registration deadline is October 26, 2018.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.  Jill Van Aken, Jd863@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 ========================================= Making Homemade Beef Jerky Thursday, November 8, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County (18 Seward Avenue Suite 300 (third floor) Middletown, New York 10940) Come Create Some Tasty Delights. Learn how to make Beef Jerky that is flavorful as well as safe to eat. This demonstration class will cover food safety, equipment, techniques, storage tips and more. We will discuss jerky made from venison and other meats. Cost: $20/person. Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.   Registration deadline is November 1, 2018.   Please contact us at 845-344-1234 or orange@cornell.edu for more information. Bring an apron. No open-toe shoes. Long hair must be tied back.MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE & SIGN A RISK WAIVER Sorry, no refunds, if you can't attend please send someone in your place.   20 Meghan Young, my468@cornell.edu, 845-344-1234 =========================================