2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Monday, March 24, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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Cultivate Success with Better Bookkeeping

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Join us for a six-session virtual series designed to boost your knowledge about what bookkeeping services are available to help you excel in farm recordkeeping.Each session takes place from 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. via Zoom. The session topics are as follows:January 16th - Meeting Goals with Keepin...

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4-H STEM Program 24-25

Thursday, March 27, 2025

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE PROGRAMThe world is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities and careers we can’t yet predict. But even with a lot of unknowns, skills like collaboration, problem solving, and technical know-how can be the tools youth need to adapt and thrive, no ...

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2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Thursday, March 27, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

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Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word - Virtual Series

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Please join us for a 4-week, virtual program to support parents and caregivers with tools and resources for raising children.When: Thursdays, March 6,13, 20, and 27Time: 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.What will you learn? Understanding Your Child: Child and brain development, temperament, and why kid...

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Celebrate National Nutrition Month® with SNAP-Ed NY!

Friday, March 28, 2025

Take a break on Fridays at 12:30 P.M. in March to join SNAP-Ed NY Nutrition Educators live on Facebook as they share recipes and ways that food, nutrition, and healthy habits connect us all! Each event will include a recipe demonstration, and each recipe features a different type of potato.S...

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Orange County 4-H Fun Night

Friday, March 28, 2025

Join the Orange County 4-H Teen Council for their Fun Night! Fun night is a night of fun and community service activities. There will also be games, snacks, and more!Date: Friday, March 28, 2025Time: 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.Location: CCE Orange County Office (18 Seward Ave. Middletown, NY 10940)*For...

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2025 Gardening Classes

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Gardening Classes! Taught by our Master Gardener Volunteers classes will be held on Saturdays @ 10:00 am, unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for as many classes as you would like.2025 Gardening Classes Date & Time Topic Description ...

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Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, March 31, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

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2025 Master Gardener Volunteer Soil Sale

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

We will take orders now until we are sold out. *Pick-up is on Tuesday, April 1st!* The Master Gardener Volunteers are selling 2.8 cu. ft. bags of a professional growing mix called Premiere Pro Mix w/Mycorrhizae for $38.00 each. All soil must be ordered ahead of time and picked up ...

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2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

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*NEW SCHEDULE* Unpacking the Teen Years - A Supportive Parenting Series

Thursday, April 3, 2025

While the teen years often make parents/caregivers tremble, it really is a wonderful time of growth for teens. What they are experiencing is really a spectacular time of life.Join us to learn about:Changes in your teen Ways to build connectivityCommunication strategies and toolsChallenging behavi...

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2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Thursday, April 3, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, April 3, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

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4-H Horse Project Meetings

Friday, April 4, 2025

Join us for horse-related project meetings on the first Friday of the month at the CCE Orange County office from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.Check emails and the 4-H newsletter for a registration link each month. Some projects we will be during this course will be:Breed BoardWood Horse ClockFirst Aid KitM...

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Community Resilience Builder Program

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Sunday, April 6, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, April 7, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

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Community Resilience Builder Program

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

2025 Southeastern New York (SENY) Stormwater Management Training Series

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Important Notices:If you are registering more than 10 attendees, please call Justine Shaffer at 845-344-1234 Ext.262 to complete your registration.A discounted rate of $125 per class is available for NYS, OC Government, or OCSWCD employees. Please enter the code SW2025 during registration to rece...

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2025 Connection Series: Adult/Adult Connection

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Protective factors are safeguards to help children function well at home, in school, and in their community. Building strong relationships and fostering connectivity are essential to providing strong protective factors for our families. Please join us for our second session in the 2025 Connection...

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*NEW SCHEDULE* Unpacking the Teen Years - A Supportive Parenting Series

Thursday, April 10, 2025

While the teen years often make parents/caregivers tremble, it really is a wonderful time of growth for teens. What they are experiencing is really a spectacular time of life.Join us to learn about:Changes in your teen Ways to build connectivityCommunication strategies and toolsChallenging behavi...

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4-H STEM Program 24-25

Thursday, April 10, 2025

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE PROGRAMThe world is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities and careers we can’t yet predict. But even with a lot of unknowns, skills like collaboration, problem solving, and technical know-how can be the tools youth need to adapt and thrive, no ...

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2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, April 10, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

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2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Saturday, April 12, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

Read more

2025 Build a Salad Box Workshop

Saturday, April 12, 2025

If you love the idea of eating home-grown salads, a salad box can keep you in greens all season long! Bring a pair of sturdy work gloves, and we will supply the materials and instructions for you to build your first salad box. You will also receive the instructions to build more on your own. ...

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2025 4-H Green Minds, Bright Futures

Saturday, April 12, 2025

Join Orange County 4-H in the new year for our new environmental program, “Green Minds, Bright Futures”. This program hopes to empower youth to make a positive impact on the planet. Join us as we explore nature, learn about conservation, and take meaningful action to protect our environment ...

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2025 *KIDS* Beyond the Avocado Pit

Thursday, April 17, 2025

The grocery store produce aisles are full of things that will grow into plants given the right conditions. Many of us have accidentally started growing potatoes or purposely sprouted an avocado pit, but that is just the beginning. From pineapples and celery to ginger and sweet potatoes — come ...

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*NEW SCHEDULE* Unpacking the Teen Years - A Supportive Parenting Series

Thursday, April 17, 2025

While the teen years often make parents/caregivers tremble, it really is a wonderful time of growth for teens. What they are experiencing is really a spectacular time of life.Join us to learn about:Changes in your teen Ways to build connectivityCommunication strategies and toolsChallenging behavi...

Read more

2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Thursday, April 17, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, April 17, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

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2025 4-H Green Minds, Bright Futures

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Join Orange County 4-H in the new year for our new environmental program, “Green Minds, Bright Futures”. This program hopes to empower youth to make a positive impact on the planet. Join us as we explore nature, learn about conservation, and take meaningful action to protect our environment ...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, April 21, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

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2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

Read more

Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, April 24, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

Read more

*NEW SCHEDULE* Unpacking the Teen Years - A Supportive Parenting Series

Thursday, April 24, 2025

While the teen years often make parents/caregivers tremble, it really is a wonderful time of growth for teens. What they are experiencing is really a spectacular time of life.Join us to learn about:Changes in your teen Ways to build connectivityCommunication strategies and toolsChallenging behavi...

Read more

4-H STEM Program 24-25

Thursday, April 24, 2025

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE PROGRAMThe world is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities and careers we can’t yet predict. But even with a lot of unknowns, skills like collaboration, problem solving, and technical know-how can be the tools youth need to adapt and thrive, no ...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, April 24, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Friday, April 25, 2025

What can you do to help support native wildlife? Plant keystone native plants!! Want to learn more?Join the Master Gardener Volunteers from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about native plants that are critical to the food web and necessary for many wildlife species to comple...

Read more

2025 Gardening Classes

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Gardening Classes! Taught by our Master Gardener Volunteers classes will be held on Saturdays @ 10:00 am, unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for as many classes as you would like.2025 Gardening Classes Date & Time Topic Description ...

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WAITLIST ONLY: Mushroom Production as a Business - Workshop Series

Saturday, April 26, 2025

This class is currently FULL! If you're interested in joining the waitlist, please call or email Justine Shaffer at 845-344-1234 or js3644@cornell.eduBegin your mushroom cultivation journey this spring! This training provides a career path for beginner mushroom cultivators looking to expan...

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Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, April 28, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

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2025 Southeastern New York (SENY) Stormwater Management Training Series

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Important Notices:If you are registering more than 10 attendees, please call Justine Shaffer at 845-344-1234 Ext.262 to complete your registration.A discounted rate of $125 per class is available for NYS, OC Government, or OCSWCD employees. Please enter the code SW2025 during registration to rece...

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Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, May 1, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

4-H Horse Project Meetings

Friday, May 2, 2025

Join us for horse-related project meetings on the first Friday of the month at the CCE Orange County office from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.Check emails and the 4-H newsletter for a registration link each month. Some projects we will be during this course will be:Breed BoardWood Horse ClockFirst Aid KitM...

Read more

Community Resilience Builder Program

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, May 5, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

Read more

Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

Read more

4-H STEM Program 24-25

Thursday, May 8, 2025

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE PROGRAMThe world is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities and careers we can’t yet predict. But even with a lot of unknowns, skills like collaboration, problem solving, and technical know-how can be the tools youth need to adapt and thrive, no ...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, May 8, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

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2025 Spring Flower Arranging Workshop

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Here is an opportunity to make a beautiful spring flower arrangement, just in time for Mother’s Day. Each attendee will design a centerpiece that can be used to beautify their home or given as a gift to brighten someone’s day.Participants will learn to construct a fresh floral centerpiece. The...

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2025 4-H Green Minds, Bright Futures

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Join Orange County 4-H in the new year for our new environmental program, “Green Minds, Bright Futures”. This program hopes to empower youth to make a positive impact on the planet. Join us as we explore nature, learn about conservation, and take meaningful action to protect our environment ...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, May 12, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

Read more

Community Resilience Builder Program

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

Read more

2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, May 15, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, May 19, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

Read more

2025 Southeastern New York (SENY) Stormwater Management Training Series

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Important Notices:If you are registering more than 10 attendees, please call Justine Shaffer at 845-344-1234 Ext.262 to complete your registration.A discounted rate of $125 per class is available for NYS, OC Government, or OCSWCD employees. Please enter the code SW2025 during registration to rece...

Read more

Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

Read more

4-H STEM Program 24-25

Thursday, May 22, 2025

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE PROGRAMThe world is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities and careers we can’t yet predict. But even with a lot of unknowns, skills like collaboration, problem solving, and technical know-how can be the tools youth need to adapt and thrive, no ...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, May 22, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

2025 Gardening Classes

Saturday, May 24, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Gardening Classes! Taught by our Master Gardener Volunteers classes will be held on Saturdays @ 10:00 am, unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for as many classes as you would like.2025 Gardening Classes Date & Time Topic Description ...

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Holiday Office Closure

Monday, May 26, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, May 29, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, June 2, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

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Strengthening Families Program 2025

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Join us for this unique program for parents/ caregivers to attend with their children who are 10-14 years old! Enjoy a family meal, interesting parenting discussions, and youth and family activities. FREE* childcare for children 3-9 years old.This 7-week program includes:Fun youth and family acti...

Read more

4-H STEM Program 24-25

Thursday, June 5, 2025

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE PROGRAMThe world is changing rapidly, creating new opportunities and careers we can’t yet predict. But even with a lot of unknowns, skills like collaboration, problem solving, and technical know-how can be the tools youth need to adapt and thrive, no ...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, June 5, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

4-H Horse Project Meetings

Friday, June 6, 2025

Join us for horse-related project meetings on the first Friday of the month at the CCE Orange County office from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.Check emails and the 4-H newsletter for a registration link each month. Some projects we will be during this course will be:Breed BoardWood Horse ClockFirst Aid KitM...

Read more

2025 Decorative Leaf Casting Workshop

Saturday, June 7, 2025

Let’s get creative! During this 2-part class we will explore the wonderful texture and scale of various leaves when they are cast in cement. Beginners and experienced leaf casters are welcome. All materials are supplied, but participants are welcome to bring their favorite leaves for the pr...

Read more

Community Resilience Builder Program

Saturday, June 7, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, June 9, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

Read more

Community Resilience Builder Program

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, June 12, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

2025 Gardening Classes

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Gardening Classes! Taught by our Master Gardener Volunteers classes will be held on Saturdays @ 10:00 am, unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for as many classes as you would like.2025 Gardening Classes Date & Time Topic Description ...

Read more

2025 Decorative Leaf Casting Workshop

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Let’s get creative! During this 2-part class we will explore the wonderful texture and scale of various leaves when they are cast in cement. Beginners and experienced leaf casters are welcome. All materials are supplied, but participants are welcome to bring their favorite leaves for the pr...

Read more

2025 4-H Green Minds, Bright Futures

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Join Orange County 4-H in the new year for our new environmental program, “Green Minds, Bright Futures”. This program hopes to empower youth to make a positive impact on the planet. Join us as we explore nature, learn about conservation, and take meaningful action to protect our environment ...

Read more

Orange County 4-H 2025 Dog Program

Monday, June 16, 2025

Enrollment is now open for youth to join Orange County 4-H’s Dog Program!This program is open to all youth interested in dog obedience and grooming and handling.A Dog Program Orientation will be held on Monday, March 31st at 6:30 P.M. at CCE Orange County Office located at 18 Seward Avenue in Mid...

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Holiday Office Closure

Thursday, June 19, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, June 19, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Thursday, June 26, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

2025 Cornell Climate Stewards Program

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

About the Cornell Climate Stewards ProgramCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County, in conjunction with CCE Madison County and CCE Yates County, is happy to announce another installment of the Cornell Climate Stewards training program this spring!The Cornell Climate Stewards Program trai...

Read more

Holiday Office Closure

Friday, July 4, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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Community Resilience Builder Program

Saturday, July 5, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

Community Resilience Builder Program

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Build Resilience. Inspire Communities. Create Change.Thanks to a generous grant from Orange & Rockland Utilities, Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County opened applications for the second round of the Community Builder Program. The program follows the model of other Master Volunteer programs...

Read more

2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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2025 Creating a Terrarium Workshop

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Learn how to make a landscape in a jar! Terrariums offer a different way to bring plants into your home. They are simple to create and are low maintenance.During this workshop you will learn all about terrariums including how to create and maintain them. Each participant will create a beautif...

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2025 Gardening Classes

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Gardening Classes! Taught by our Master Gardener Volunteers classes will be held on Saturdays @ 10:00 am, unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for as many classes as you would like.2025 Gardening Classes Date & Time Topic Description ...

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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2025 Dyeing with Fresh Indigo

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Come learn how to dye with fresh indigo leaves with local artisan Kirsten Gabrielsen.In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to use the indigo plant (Persicaria tincoria) straight from the garden! This is a seasonal method of dyeing that can only be done in the summer months when the ind...

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2025 Create a Succulent Pumpkin Workshop

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Join us for a step-by-step demonstration on how to craft your own unique fall succulent pumpkin centerpiece on a resin pumpkin. Create a perfect gift or a showpiece for your Thanksgiving table using succulents, acorns, moss, and other natural materials. With proper care, it will last for mon...

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Holiday Office Closure

Monday, October 13, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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2025 Gardening Classes

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Join us for our 2025 Gardening Classes! Taught by our Master Gardener Volunteers classes will be held on Saturdays @ 10:00 am, unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for as many classes as you would like.2025 Gardening Classes Date & Time Topic Description ...

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2025 Natural Plant Dyes - Hands-on Workshop

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Come learn the art of natural plant dyeing with local artisan Kirsten Gabrielsen!Kirsten grows and forages for plants such as cosmos, goldenrod, phragmites, coreopsis, amaranth, chamomile, and indigo. She then creates vibrant colored dyes from their blooms and/or leaves, which she uses to pro...

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Holiday Office Closure

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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Holiday Office Closure

Thursday, November 27, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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Holiday Office Closure

Friday, November 28, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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2025 Holiday Kissing Ball Workshop

Friday, December 5, 2025

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens.This workshop will begin with an introduction to all the gorgeous greens followed by a demonstration.Then attendees will work together in small groups alongside our Master Gardener Volunteers to create their own beautifu...

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2025 Holiday Wreath Workshop

Friday, December 5, 2025

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens.This workshop will begin with an introduction to all the gorgeous greens followed by a demonstration.Attendees will work together in small groups alongside our Master Gardener Volunteers to create their own beautiful hol...

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2025 Create a Holiday Tabletop Tree

Friday, December 5, 2025

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens.This workshop will begin with an introduction to all the gorgeous greens followed by a demonstration.Then attendees will work together in small groups alongside our Master Gardener Volunteers to create their own beautifu...

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2025 Holiday Kissing Ball Workshop

Friday, December 5, 2025

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens.This workshop will begin with an introduction to all the gorgeous greens followed by a demonstration.Then attendees will work together in small groups alongside our Master Gardener Volunteers to create their own beautifu...

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2025 Create a Holiday Tabletop Tree

Friday, December 5, 2025

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens.This workshop will begin with an introduction to all the gorgeous greens followed by a demonstration.Then attendees will work together in small groups alongside our Master Gardener Volunteers to create their own beautifu...

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2025 Holiday Wreath Workshop

Friday, December 5, 2025

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens.This workshop will begin with an introduction to all the gorgeous greens followed by a demonstration.Attendees will work together in small groups alongside our Master Gardener Volunteers to create their own beautiful hol...

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2025 Gardening Questions Answered - 3rd Thursday Virtual Series

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Join us every month on the third Thursday at noon as we answer your gardening questions. Each month we will focus on a specific topic. Pick and choose the topics that interest you. Note that April's session will be on the fourth Thursday, and June's session will be on the second Thursday...

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Holiday Office Closure

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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Holiday Office Closure

Thursday, December 25, 2025

The office will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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