2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Middletown Community Garden

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at the Middletown Community Garden at David Moore Heights for a quick garden lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  Youth program reccomended for youth ages 5-10.If there is inclement weather, sessions will ...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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

Tuesday, April 22, 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 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...

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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...

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*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...

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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 ...

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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...

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Orange County 4-H Fun Night

Friday, April 25, 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! March 28th - https://bit.ly/4kWlBXUApril 25th - https://bit.ly/43mXUldTime: 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.Location: CCE Orange C...

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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 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Tuesday, April 29, 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 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...

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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...

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2025 4-H Green Minds, Bright Futures

Saturday, May 3, 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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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 Orange County 4-H Calf & Livestock Sale

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County is excited to announce our upcoming 4-H Calf & Livestock Sale on May 10, 2025!Don’t miss out on the upcoming 27th Annual Orange County 4-H Calf & Livestock Sale that is set to take place on Saturday, May 10th starting at 5 P.M. at the Education Center &...

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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...

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2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month out at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center (NAUC) Community Garden for a quick gardening lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  The youth program is reccomended for youth ages 5-10.Unless otherwise noted, se...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Middletown Community Garden

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at the Middletown Community Garden at David Moore Heights for a quick garden lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  Youth program reccomended for youth ages 5-10.If there is inclement weather, sessions will ...

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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...

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4-H Livestock Learning Night

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

On Wednesday, May 21st come to the CCE Middletown Office (18 Seward Ave. 3rd floor) for Livestock Learning Night (for youth)!From 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Join us as we learn about hay judging and evaluation! Hosted by Cosmos Fitzpatrick from Aden Brook! Previous livestock experience preferred. Parent...

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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...

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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 ...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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...

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2025 4-H Green Minds, Bright Futures

Saturday, June 7, 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

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...

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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...

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4-H Field Trip! to Sterling Hill Mine & Museum

Saturday, June 7, 2025

Join geologist Kenneth Daubert on a private tour of Sterling Hill Mine & Museum!On June 7th at 10 a.m. Visitors will be guided on a walking tour through about 1,300 ft of tunnel inside the mine. Along the way, guides will stop at various stations and explain the equipment, history, working condit...

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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...

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2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month out at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center (NAUC) Community Garden for a quick gardening lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  The youth program is reccomended for youth ages 5-10.Unless otherwise noted, se...

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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...

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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 ...

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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...

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Orange County 4-H Engineering Challenge 2025

Saturday, June 14, 2025

On Saturday, June 14th, come to the Education Center & 4-H Park to take part in the Orange County 4-H Engineering Challenge!This year, design and build a solar-powered prototype of your choosing! Using ANY recycled materials, design your own prototype at home and bring it to the park to test your...

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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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2025 Keystone Native Plant Programs

Tuesday, June 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 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Middletown Community Garden

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at the Middletown Community Garden at David Moore Heights for a quick garden lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  Youth program reccomended for youth ages 5-10.If there is inclement weather, sessions will ...

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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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Orange County 4-H Dairy Explorers 2025

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Did you know? Milk and dairy products are New York state’s top agricultural commodity!Do you want to learn more about where milk comes from and see the cows that make it, right here in our county?Orange County 4-H is hosting a 5-week Dairy Explorer’s programs at local farms. Age range is 8-18!Th...

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Orange County 4-H Dairy Explorers 2025

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Did you know? Milk and dairy products are New York state’s top agricultural commodity!Do you want to learn more about where milk comes from and see the cows that make it, right here in our county?Orange County 4-H is hosting a 5-week Dairy Explorer’s programs at local farms. Age range is 8-18!Th...

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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

2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month out at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center (NAUC) Community Garden for a quick gardening lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  The youth program is reccomended for youth ages 5-10.Unless otherwise noted, se...

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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

Orange County 4-H Dairy Explorers 2025

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Did you know? Milk and dairy products are New York state’s top agricultural commodity!Do you want to learn more about where milk comes from and see the cows that make it, right here in our county?Orange County 4-H is hosting a 5-week Dairy Explorer’s programs at local farms. Age range is 8-18!Th...

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2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Middletown Community Garden

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at the Middletown Community Garden at David Moore Heights for a quick garden lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  Youth program reccomended for youth ages 5-10.If there is inclement weather, sessions will ...

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Orange County 4-H Dairy Explorers 2025

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Did you know? Milk and dairy products are New York state’s top agricultural commodity!Do you want to learn more about where milk comes from and see the cows that make it, right here in our county?Orange County 4-H is hosting a 5-week Dairy Explorer’s programs at local farms. Age range is 8-18!Th...

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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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Orange County 4-H Dairy Explorers 2025

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Did you know? Milk and dairy products are New York state’s top agricultural commodity!Do you want to learn more about where milk comes from and see the cows that make it, right here in our county?Orange County 4-H is hosting a 5-week Dairy Explorer’s programs at local farms. Age range is 8-18!Th...

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2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month out at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center (NAUC) Community Garden for a quick gardening lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  The youth program is reccomended for youth ages 5-10.Unless otherwise noted, se...

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2025 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Middletown Community Garden

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at the Middletown Community Garden at David Moore Heights for a quick garden lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  Youth program reccomended for youth ages 5-10.If there is inclement weather, sessions will ...

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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 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Join us on the second Tuesday of the month out at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center (NAUC) Community Garden for a quick gardening lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  The youth program is reccomended for youth ages 5-10.Unless otherwise noted, se...

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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 Out in the Garden: 30 Minute Gardening Lessons @ Middletown Community Garden

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month at the Middletown Community Garden at David Moore Heights for a quick garden lesson. We will have both an adult and youth program running simultaneously.  Youth program reccomended for youth ages 5-10.If there is inclement weather, sessions will ...

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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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