Farm Tour: Water Systems Friday, June 22, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join us for the Progressive Ulster Graziers (PUGs) Farm Tour.  This is a free event, open to the public.  The location is a farm in Hudson, NY - specific address will be sent to attendees.  PUGs is a group of local graziers which meet every other month to review techniques and procedures pertaining to progressive grazing practices.In this installment of PUGs, we will tour a local cattle farm, and get a look at the ways that these folks are able to maximize their use and stewardship of perennial pastures to boost animal weight gain and improve health. We will focus on the planning, development and implementation of livestock water systems for rotating livestock.  We will also discuss how rotating pastures can improve the diversity and vigor of your pastures and animals.Space is limited.  Pre-registration is required by June 20:  Contact Jason at 518-567-4506 or email jbd222@cornell.edu.  Give your name, phone # and email for the registration list.Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs. Free Jason Detzel, jbd222@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 327 ========================================= Canning Strawberry Jam Class! Thursday, June 28, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Start your preserving season with this classic. Learn how to preserve foods using the boiling water bath method and the science behind canning recommendations for safe preservation. Take home a jar of canned strawberry jam!All kitchen classes are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, located at 232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) in Kingston, NY 12401. Registration is $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes. Class fee is non-refundable and includes all materials.Janie Greenwald, professional cook of 25 years, hosts a brand new series of Kitchen Classes in 2018 designed to increase your kitchen skills and impress your guests! Learn delicious new recipes and enjoy your time making them. Are you new to cooking or do you want to expand your culinary horizons? Our Kitchen Classes provide a rewarding hands-on experience. Click Here to Register Online with credit card or PayPal.Click Here to Print the Registration Form and mail in or drop off.  $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= Christmas IPM Twilight Meeting Thursday, June 28, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Christmas Tree Farmers, Landscapers and Arborists are invited to a very special hands-on Christmas Tree Twilight Meeting which will include IPM Field Scouting and Research Updates.  Registration begins at 5:30 pm (meeting starts at 6:00 pm)Location:  Murphy Crest Tree Farm, 170 Depot Hill Road, Amenia, NY 12501   Click here for directionsInstructors and Topics:Dr. Betsy Lamb and Brian Eshenaur with Cornell's NYS Integrated Pest Management Program, will focus on current effective and economical methods of managing pests. Participants are welcome to bring their own samples and/or photos for identification, discussion and management. Miriam Boateng, CCE Dutchess County Todd Hill Educator, will review the process to become a NYS Grown & Certified farm. This program is a valuable marketing tool for your farm!Registration:  $45 per person, or just $75 for 2 people from the same business, $30 for each additional person from the same farm.  $65 for walk-ins.  Registration deadline: June 22.  Sorry, no refunds, but substitutions allowed. To Register:  By mail use this printable registration form.  By phone, or if you have questions, contact Nancy Halas at 845-677-8223.2.5 NYSDEC Pesticide Recertification Credits Categories 2, 3A, 10, 25 NYSDEC approved.  2.5 ISA CEUs Pending ApprovalHosted by Bill Murphy, Murphy Crest Tree Farm, Amenia, NY.  Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Dutchess County.   ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Monday, July 9, 2018 9:30 am - 3:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) From outbreaks of E. coli and botulism to Hepatitis A and Norovirus, food borne illnesses cost the United States billions of dollars each year while the fiscal impact on commercial, non-profit and municipal enterprises can total thousands of dollars in addition to possible closure of the kitchen facility, according to the National Restaurant Association.As a result, Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County (CCEUC) offers a ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Certification course for food service managers and employees who work in restaurants, schools, commercial kitchens, catering, hotels and lodging, hospitals, festival and event venues, and at non-profit facilities; anywhere that food is prepared, handled and served.Our program is designed to facilitate a review of the textbook and take the certification exam. The certification, which is valid for five years, allows participants to bolster their resumes and build their skill base in regard to food safety.The non-refundable fee for the one-day program is $150 per person. Participants must be at least 18 years old. It is required to purchase the ServSafe Manager, 7th Edition textbook from ServSafe and read it prior to the program.  It is recommended to pre-register at least 30 days prior to date of course to insure a seat and allow enough time to read the textbook. Click here to purchase textbook.Product # ESX7 $70.30Need to re-certify? If you need to re-certify, please purchase the updated 7th edition textbook then come for the review and test. The cost is $75.00 per person for re-certification. Two ways to register:  Online using a credit card or paypalMail printable registration formFor more information contact CCEUC Nutrition Educator, Janie Greenwald at 845-340-3990 ext. 326, or email at jhg238@cornell.edu. $150 per person for the course and test or $75 for recertification (fee does not include book) Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= Free Movie Night "Forgotten Farms" Wednesday, July 11, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join us for the July meeting of PUGs (Progressive Ulster Graziers)*, where we will watch the movie “Forgotten Farms”, an award-winning documentary about the struggles faced by small dairies in the northeastern United States, focusing on 16 dairy farmers.  We invite you to join us for this compelling film.  For a printable flyer click here.Forgotten Farms “gives us a glimpse into the past and a vision for a future regional food system” and “shows the cultural divide between the new food movement and traditional farming, highlighting the need to examine differences, develop mutual understanding, and find common ground.” - www.forgottenfarms.org.We will also host a guest speaker to answer questions about the intricacies of dairying in the 21st century. For more information on the film, visit forgottenfarms.org.This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required by July 6. Contact Jason at jbd222@cornell.edu or 845-340-3990 x327. *PUGs is a group of local graziers which meets every other month to review techniques and procedures pertaining to progressive grazing practices.  Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs. Free but RSVP ahead Jason Detzel, jbd222@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 327 ========================================= Owning Donkeys Class and Donkey Hike Saturday, July 14, 2018 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Donkeys are a member of the equine family, but are not just small horses with big ears— there are important differences in behavior and veterinary care.  Join CCE Ulster County and Steve Stiert, owner of Donkey Park, for a class on owning donkeys.  The class will be held at Donkey Park in Ulster Park, NY (specific address will be sent to attendees after registration). Learn about the donkey's attributes and uses, and what is involved in caring for donkeys, including: anatomy and physiology planning for owning donkeys housing and fencing selecting the right donkeys feeding, grooming, training  and breeding considerations veterinary care and hoofcare This class takes place amongst the “Little Brays of Sunshine”, a herd of donkeys and one zonkey(!), and will conclude with a 45-minute hike with the donkeys so students can apply their knowledge.   All ages are welcome - proper supervision of children is required.   Registration is $20 per person, and children 12 and under are free with an adult. Sorry, no refunds-if you cannot attend, please have someone come in your place.  Pre-registration is required by July 6.  All attendees must read and adhere to these important guidelines which apply to visitors to Donkey Park.  Two ways to register: Register online with a credit card (Visa or MC) or Paypal account Register by mail with the printable registration form.   You may also stop in at our office to register.  For more information or help registering, contact Carrie at 845-340-3990 x311 or email cad266@cornell.edu. Carrie Anne Doyle, cad266@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 311 ========================================= Using Annuals in the Perennial Garden Saturday, July 21, 2018 10:00 am - 10:30 am SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Join us to learn about using annuals in your perennial garden.  This class is a part of the FREE gardening classes hosted by the Master Gardener Program through their “Learning in the Garden" series, appropriate for gardeners of any level. Classes take place at the Master Gardeners Program’s award-winning Xeriscape garden at SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road in Stone Ridge) on the 3rd Saturday of each month, June through October. Classes start at 10 am, rain or shine, and last about a half hour (except for the Plant Sale, which runs from 10 am – 12 pm). See below for the full Learning in the Garden series schedule, and click on the link for each class to learn more , or for a printable brochure click here: June 16: Gardening in a Changing Climate July 21: Using Annuals in the Perennial Garden August 18: How to Take Garden Photos Like a Pro September 15: Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale  *10 am – 12 pm                            Proceeds benefit the Master Gardener Program October 20: Natives, and other Plants, for Late Season Color Walk-ins are welcome or you may register ahead. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dona at 845-340-3990 ext. 335 or email dm282@cornell.edu. Guided Tours: Free guided tours of the Xeriscape Garden are available by request for your group or organization. Call the Master Gardener Hotline at 845-340-3478. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs. Free Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Pressure Canning Class! Thursday, July 26, 2018 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Learn how to safely use a pressure canner and preserve the season's bounty for quick meals all year long. Can vegetables, meats, soups and stews. Take home a jar of what we can in this hands-on class. All kitchen classes are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, located at 232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) in Kingston, NY 12401. Registration is $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes. Class fee is non-refundable and includes all materials.Janie Greenwald, professional cook of 25 years, hosts a brand new series of Kitchen Classes in 2018 designed to increase your kitchen skills and impress your guests! Learn delicious new recipes and enjoy your time making them. Are you new to cooking or do you want to expand your culinary horizons? Our Kitchen Classes provide a rewarding hands-on experience. Click Here to Register Online with credit card or PayPal.Click Here to Print the Registration Form and mail in or drop off.  $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= 2018 Ulster County 4-H Fair Tuesday, July 31, 2018 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fair Books and GuidelinesFair Books- Please note small updates may be made with revision dates posted 4-H Youth Building (Static) Fair Book 4-H Animal Science and Tractor Safety Fair Book   (updated 6/14/18)Cloverbud Guide    Fair EntriesBlue Ribbon Fair Entries Online Instructions  (Blue Ribbon will open July 1st)Other Requirements and Resources2018_Fair_Health_Requirements.pdf - NYS Ag and MarketsAnimal Showmanship Scorecards and Resources Master Showmanship Resource Packet  Equine Acknowledgement of Risk- any youth participating with equine, including potential Master Showmanship candidates Fair Prep Newsletter Cloverbud Project Record - For Animal and Youth Building entries, members 5-7 yrsProject Record- General record can be used for Youth Building and Animal Projects except Dog and Horse projects which require more in-depth project records. We encourage more experienced youth, especially those in senior showmanship, to seek project-specific records- Ask Your Leaders for help finding these. One record per project area (ie Dairy Cow not each animal!)Horse Certificates - due to 4-H Office by May 15thAnimal Lease Agreements- To be completed between owner and leasor of animal- must be on file with 4-H Office by June 1st in order to show a not owned animal in any breed classes Small Animal Lease Agreement 4-H Fair Schedule - will post when available4-H Pass Policy- Wristband and admission policies and processes Ulster County Fair Website- http://ulstercountyfair.com/ Tami Loeffler, tml88@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 339 ========================================= Sushi Rolling Class! Monday, August 13, 2018 10:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Learn how to roll sushi like a pro! Ingredients and methods for vegetarian sushi will be covered. Stay for lunch and enjoy your Japanese masterpiece! All kitchen classes are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, located at 232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) in Kingston, NY 12401. Registration is $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes. Class fee is non-refundable and includes all materials.Janie Greenwald, professional cook of 25 years, hosts a brand new series of Kitchen Classes in 2018 designed to increase your kitchen skills and impress your guests! Learn delicious new recipes and enjoy your time making them. Are you new to cooking or do you want to expand your culinary horizons? Our Kitchen Classes provide a rewarding hands-on experience. Click Here to Register Online with credit card or PayPal.Click Here to Print the Registration Form and mail in or drop off.  $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= Dehydrating! - Food Preservation Thursday, August 16, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) One of the oldest methods of food preservation - learn about equipment and techniques needed to dehydrate food. Then, cook a meal using all preserved foods!All kitchen classes are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, located at 232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) in Kingston, NY 12401. Registration is $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes. Class fee is non-refundable and includes all materials.Janie Greenwald, professional cook of 25 years, hosts a brand new series of Kitchen Classes in 2018 designed to increase your kitchen skills and impress your guests! Learn delicious new recipes and enjoy your time making them. Are you new to cooking or do you want to expand your culinary horizons? Our Kitchen Classes provide a rewarding hands-on experience. Click Here to Register Online with credit card or PayPal.Click Here to Print the Registration Form and mail in or drop off.  $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= How to Take Garden Photos Like a Pro Saturday, August 18, 2018 10:00 am - 10:30 am SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Join us to learn about photographing your garden - how to do it like a pro!  This class is a part of the FREE gardening classes hosted by the Master Gardener Program through their “Learning in the Garden" series, appropriate for gardeners of any level. Classes take place at the Master Gardeners Program’s award-winning Xeriscape garden at SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road in Stone Ridge) on the 3rd Saturday of each month, June through October. Classes start at 10 am, rain or shine, and last about a half hour (except for the Plant Sale, which runs from 10 am – 12 pm). See below for the full Learning in the Garden series schedule, and click on the link for each class to learn more, or for a printable brochure click here: June 16: Gardening in a Changing Climate July 21: Using Annuals in the Perennial Garden August 18: How to Take Garden Photos Like a Pro  September 15: Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale  *10 am – 12 pm                            Proceeds benefit the Master Gardener Program October 20: Natives, and other Plants, for Late Season Color Walk-ins are welcome or you may register ahead. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dona at 845-340-3990 ext. 335 or email dm282@cornell.edu. Guided Tours: Free guided tours of the Xeriscape Garden are available by request for your group or organization. Call the Master Gardener Hotline at 845-340-3478. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs. Free Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Monday, September 10, 2018 9:30 am - 3:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) From outbreaks of E. coli and botulism to Hepatitis A and Norovirus, food borne illnesses cost the United States billions of dollars each year while the fiscal impact on commercial, non-profit and municipal enterprises can total thousands of dollars in addition to possible closure of the kitchen facility, according to the National Restaurant Association.As a result, Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County (CCEUC) offers a ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Certification course for food service managers and employees who work in restaurants, schools, commercial kitchens, catering, hotels and lodging, hospitals, festival and event venues, and at non-profit facilities; anywhere that food is prepared, handled and served.Our program is designed to facilitate a review of the textbook and take the certification exam. The certification, which is valid for five years, allows participants to bolster their resumes and build their skill base in regard to food safety.The non-refundable fee for the one-day program is $150 per person. Participants must be at least 18 years old. It is required to purchase the ServSafe Manager, 7th Edition textbook from ServSafe and read it prior to the program.  It is recommended to pre-register at least 30 days prior to date of course to insure a seat and allow enough time to read the textbook. Click here to purchase textbook.Product # ESX7 $70.30Need to re-certify? If you need to re-certify, please purchase the updated 7th edition textbook then come for the review and test. The cost is $75.00 per person for re-certification. Two ways to register:  Online using a credit card or paypalMail printable registration formFor more information contact CCEUC Nutrition Educator, Janie Greenwald at 845-340-3990 ext. 326, or email at jhg238@cornell.edu. $150 per person for the course and test or $75 for recertification (fee does not include book) Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= Plant Sale Saturday, September 15, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fall is the best time to plant perennials, trees and shrubs! The Master Gardener Program holds its annual Plant Sale, a fundraiser for the program, and part of the Learning in the Garden series.The Plant Sale will offer an array of plants from the Xeriscape Garden itself, plus perennials, shrubs, trees and even houseplants grown by the Master Gardeners!The “Learning in the Garden" series is appropriate for gardeners of any level.  Classes take place at the Master Gardeners Program’s award-winning Xeriscape garden at SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road in Stone Ridge) on the 3rd Saturday of each month, June through October. Classes start at 10 am, rain or shine, and last about a half hour (except for the Plant Sale, which runs from 10 am – 12 pm). See below for the full Learning in the Garden series schedule, and click on the link for each class to learn more, or for a printable brochure click here: June 16: Gardening in a Changing Climate July 21: Using Annuals in the Perennial Garden August 18: How to Take Garden Photos Like a Pro September 15: Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale   *10 am – 12 pm                            Proceeds benefit the Master Gardener Program October 20: Natives, and other Plants, for Late Season Color Walk-ins are welcome or you may register ahead. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dona at 845-340-3990 ext. 335 or email dm282@cornell.edu. Guided Tours: Free guided tours of the Xeriscape Garden are available by request for your group or organization. Call the Master Gardener Hotline at 845-340-3478. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs. Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Handmade Pasta Class! Thursday, September 20, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Fresh pasta made by hand. What more do we need to say? Ingredients, methods and sauces will be discussed. Take home your pasta! All kitchen classes are held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, located at 232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) in Kingston, NY 12401. Registration is $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes. Class fee is non-refundable and includes all materials.Janie Greenwald, professional cook of 25 years, hosts a brand new series of Kitchen Classes in 2018 designed to increase your kitchen skills and impress your guests! Learn delicious new recipes and enjoy your time making them. Are you new to cooking or do you want to expand your culinary horizons? Our Kitchen Classes provide a rewarding hands-on experience. Click Here to Register Online with credit card or PayPal.Click Here to Print the Registration Form and mail in or drop off.  $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Monday, October 1, 2018 9:30 am - 3:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) From outbreaks of E. coli and botulism to Hepatitis A and Norovirus, food borne illnesses cost the United States billions of dollars each year while the fiscal impact on commercial, non-profit and municipal enterprises can total thousands of dollars in addition to possible closure of the kitchen facility, according to the National Restaurant Association.As a result, Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County (CCEUC) offers a ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Certification course for food service managers and employees who work in restaurants, schools, commercial kitchens, catering, hotels and lodging, hospitals, festival and event venues, and at non-profit facilities; anywhere that food is prepared, handled and served.Our program is designed to facilitate a review of the textbook and take the certification exam. The certification, which is valid for five years, allows participants to bolster their resumes and build their skill base in regard to food safety.The non-refundable fee for the one-day program is $150 per person. Participants must be at least 18 years old. It is required to purchase the ServSafe Manager, 7th Edition textbook from ServSafe and read it prior to the program.  It is recommended to pre-register at least 30 days prior to date of course to insure a seat and allow enough time to read the textbook. Click here to purchase textbook.Product # ESX7 $70.30Need to re-certify? If you need to re-certify, please purchase the updated 7th edition textbook then come for the review and test. The cost is $75.00 per person for re-certification. Two ways to register:  Online using a credit card or paypalMail printable registration formFor more information contact CCEUC Nutrition Educator, Janie Greenwald at 845-340-3990 ext. 326, or email at jhg238@cornell.edu. $150 per person for the course and test or $75 for recertification (fee does not include book) Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= Natives, and other Plants, for Late Season Color Saturday, October 20, 2018 10:00 am - 10:30 am SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Join us to learn about adding late-season color to your garden through the use of natives and other plants.  This class is a part of the FREE gardening classes hosted by the Master Gardener Program through their “Learning in the Garden" series, appropriate for gardeners of any level. Classes take place at the Master Gardeners Program’s award-winning Xeriscape garden at SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road in Stone Ridge) on the 3rd Saturday of each month, June through October. Classes start at 10 am, rain or shine, and last about a half hour (except for the Plant Sale, which runs from 10 am – 12 pm).Learning in the Garden series schedule:Click on the link for each class to learn more, or for a printable brochure, click here: June 16: Gardening in a Changing Climate July 21: Using Annuals in the Perennial Garden August 18: How to Take Garden Photos Like a Pro September 15: Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale  *10 am – 12 pm                            Proceeds benefit the Master Gardener Program October 20: Natives, and other Plants, for Late Season Color Walk-ins are welcome or you may register ahead. For more information or to RSVP, contact Dona at 845-340-3990 ext. 335 or email dm282@cornell.edu. Guided Tours: Free guided tours of the Xeriscape Garden are available by request for your group or organization. Call the Master Gardener Hotline at 845-340-3478. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Please contact the program office at 845-340-3990 if you have any special needs. Free Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Monday, November 5, 2018 9:30 am - 3:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) From outbreaks of E. coli and botulism to Hepatitis A and Norovirus, food borne illnesses cost the United States billions of dollars each year while the fiscal impact on commercial, non-profit and municipal enterprises can total thousands of dollars in addition to possible closure of the kitchen facility, according to the National Restaurant Association.As a result, Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County (CCEUC) offers a ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Certification course for food service managers and employees who work in restaurants, schools, commercial kitchens, catering, hotels and lodging, hospitals, festival and event venues, and at non-profit facilities; anywhere that food is prepared, handled and served.Our program is designed to facilitate a review of the textbook and take the certification exam. The certification, which is valid for five years, allows participants to bolster their resumes and build their skill base in regard to food safety.The non-refundable fee for the one-day program is $150 per person. Participants must be at least 18 years old. It is required to purchase the ServSafe Manager, 7th Edition textbook from ServSafe and read it prior to the program.  It is recommended to pre-register at least 30 days prior to date of course to insure a seat and allow enough time to read the textbook. Click here to purchase textbook.Product # ESX7 $70.30Need to re-certify? If you need to re-certify, please purchase the updated 7th edition textbook then come for the review and test. The cost is $75.00 per person for re-certification. Two ways to register:  Online using a credit card or paypalMail printable registration formFor more information contact CCEUC Nutrition Educator, Janie Greenwald at 845-340-3990 ext. 326, or email at jhg238@cornell.edu. $150 per person for the course and test or $75 for recertification (fee does not include book) Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Monday, December 3, 2018 9:30 am - 3:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) From outbreaks of E. coli and botulism to Hepatitis A and Norovirus, food borne illnesses cost the United States billions of dollars each year while the fiscal impact on commercial, non-profit and municipal enterprises can total thousands of dollars in addition to possible closure of the kitchen facility, according to the National Restaurant Association.As a result, Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County (CCEUC) offers a ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Certification course for food service managers and employees who work in restaurants, schools, commercial kitchens, catering, hotels and lodging, hospitals, festival and event venues, and at non-profit facilities; anywhere that food is prepared, handled and served.Our program is designed to facilitate a review of the textbook and take the certification exam. The certification, which is valid for five years, allows participants to bolster their resumes and build their skill base in regard to food safety.The non-refundable fee for the one-day program is $150 per person. Participants must be at least 18 years old. It is required to purchase the ServSafe Manager, 7th Edition textbook from ServSafe and read it prior to the program.  It is recommended to pre-register at least 30 days prior to date of course to insure a seat and allow enough time to read the textbook. Click here to purchase textbook.Product # ESX7 $70.30Need to re-certify? If you need to re-certify, please purchase the updated 7th edition textbook then come for the review and test. The cost is $75.00 per person for re-certification. Two ways to register:  Online using a credit card or paypalMail printable registration formFor more information contact CCEUC Nutrition Educator, Janie Greenwald at 845-340-3990 ext. 326, or email at jhg238@cornell.edu. $150 per person for the course and test or $75 for recertification (fee does not include book) Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 =========================================