Stream Maps Event Saturday, February 16, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Marty's Mercantile (4075 Route 28A West Shokan, NY 12494) Maps are representations of our world in two dimensions and can be pieces of art and historical artifacts. Maps help us understand our environment in new ways. Join the Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program (AWSMP) to celebrate a love of streams and view watershed maps at our Stream Maps Event on Saturday, February 16 from 1:00-3:00pm at Marty’s Mercantile, 4075 Route 28A in West Shokan, NY. The event is free of charge and registration is not required. Coffee, tea, salad and sandwiches from Marty’s Mercantile will be available free of charge to event participants. These events are regular get-togethers where outdoor enthusiasts look at trail maps, discuss hikes and other outdoor experiences. AWSMP’s Stream Maps event focuses on maps of streams and other watershed features in the Catskill region of Ulster County. Both modern and historical maps will be available for viewing. Activities and games are planned for the entire family.  For additional information on the event please contact Brent Gotsch at bwg37@cornell.edu or 845-688-3047 ext. 3. In case of inclement weather, check www.ashokanstreams.org for information on event cancellation. Free Brent Gotsch, bwg37@cornell.edu, 845-688-3047 ext. 3 ========================================= Beginning Pigs Monday, February 18, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) This class has been moved from February 12 to February 18 due to inclement weather. If you are unable to attend this date, please reach out to Jason.There has been a surge in interest for pastured and woodlot pig rearing in the last few years. This class will review best care practices for raising pigs and discuss some of the ways that producers can integrate pigs into their current production system.  Whether you're interested in beginning a 4-H project, putting the pig’s powerful noses to work improving your property, or raising your own delicious pork products, this class will review all that you need to know to get started.Pigs are great introduction into raising livestock. Their inquisitive nature and friendly disposition makes them a fun animal to watch and to interact with. Pigs also can be managed to alter landscapes and improve fallow fields. Many progressive producers are starting to raise pigs on alternative feeds such as hay and leftover whey.CCE Livestock Educator, Jason Detzel, who has years of experience raising pigs on his own property, will cover the basics of caring for pigs including: Your town’s rules and regulations for keeping pigsPastured pig considerationsHousing, feeding, and watering needsBest practices for pig health and managementWeather and predator concernsThe use of alternative feedsMarketing your animalsFencing needsPlease register by February 10, 2019. $20/person or $10 for Ag Program Enrollees; children 12 and under free with an adult Jason Detzel, jbd222@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 327 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, February 19, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= 4-H County Public Presentations 2018-19 Tuesday, February 19, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 4-H Public Presentations is perhaps the most important youth development program we provide and is cited by our alumni as having long lasting benefits to their lives and careers. Through this program youth develop self-confidence and poise, learn to express their ideas clearly, and gain knowledge on a subject of their choosing. Youth give presentations in different areas: Cloverbud (4-H ages 5-7), Demonstration, Illustrated Talk, Creative Communications, Formal Speech, and Teen Interview (youth 13+) and receive feedback from two volunteer Evaluators. Those with exceptional presentations can progress to district competitions and state level clinics. Volunteer!We also need adult volunteer evaluators. This is a great opportunity to engage local youth on their performance and help them improve their skills. Please register for our March 19th New Evaluator Training and find out how you can join our public presentations event.Please note: Youth must enroll in the 4-H Program to participate. If you are a new enrollee, attendance at one of the information sessions is mandatory. To enroll, please fill out the enrollment form and bring it with you to the information session. The enrollment fee is waived for this event! Youth Information sessions (CCEUC, 232 Plaza Rd, Kingston, NY):Feb 19th: Beginners March 5th: Experienced (3+ yrs presenting) Public Presentations Event (SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge, NY):March 30 Free! Tami Loeffler, tml88@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 339 ========================================= Eating Healthy on a Budget Wednesday, February 20, 2019 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) When you're juggling nutritional needs and a monthly budget, understanding how to balance nutritious foods and stretch your dollars can make feeding a family much easier.Join Eat Smart New York for an interactive workshop that empowers you to eat healthy, stay on a budget, and prepare a tasty recipe.When: Wednesday, February 20, 3-4pmWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 232 Plaza Rd, KingstonHow:RSVP to Katie, kms369@cornell.edu, 340-3990 x334 free Katie Sheehan-Lopez, kms369@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 334 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, February 21, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Risotto Saturday, February 23, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Risotto is a hearty rice dish, rich with the flavors of the stock used to make it and the hundreds of different ingredients that match it so well. Come and make risotto mix and match your favorite flavors at our “risotto bar”. $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or kitchen classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= Eating Healthy on a Budget Wednesday, February 27, 2019 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) When you're juggling nutritional needs and a monthly budget, understanding how to balance nutritious foods and stretch your dollars can make feeding a family much easier.Join Eat Smart New York for an interactive workshop that empowers you to eat healthy, stay on a budget, and prepare a tasty recipe.When: Wednesday, February 20, 3-4pmWhere: Cornell Cooperative Extension, 232 Plaza Rd, KingstonHow:RSVP to Katie, kms369@cornell.edu, 340-3990 x334 free Katie Sheehan-Lopez, kms369@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 334 ========================================= 2019 Winter Lecture Series Thursday, February 28, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) February 28 - Start Seeds Right: Seed Starting and Winter Sowing Join the Master Gardeners and learn the logistics of seed starting and winter sowing. Starting seeds properly can make or break your entire growing season! Learn our best tips and tricks for starting seeds indoors. Winter sowing is the process of planting seeds in plastic containers, putting the containers outside for the winter and forgetting about them until the seedlings emerge in the spring. Yes, it really is that easy. Take home your very first one to try! Dona Crawford has been the Master Gardener coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Ulster County for the past fourteen years. Folks call her the bug lady. She is a regular columnist for the Times Herald Record. March 14 - Composting: It’s Good for the Environment and Your Garden Did you know that about 30% of the trash deposited in landfills is made up of food scraps and yard waste?Making compost keeps these materials out of landfills where they take up space and release methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The benefits of using compost, “Gardener’s Black Gold”, in your gardens is legendary.You will be introduced to three composting systems during this presentation: traditional outdoor composting, indoor Bokashi composting, and Hugelkultur, a method of composting woody debris that is not suitable for other uses. Barbara Bravo has more than 30 years-experience gardening where the wildlife is plentiful and where she continues to learn peaceful co-existence. Her garden was featured on the Saugerties Secret Gardens Tour. She has been a Master Gardener Volunteer since 2005, a Garden Coach and Coordinator of Garden Day, an annual CCE educational event for gardeners.She has lectured on many topics. When not in the garden, she may be found working in her studio creating handmade tiles, nature inspired pottery and collage. March 28 - Houseplant Help Growing houseplants is a great way to start gardening, while enhancing the beauty of your home and creating an environment of health and well-being. This lecture will provide information on types of houseplants, growth requirements, identification and treatment of common diseases and pests, as well as ongoing maintenance tips. Whether you want a few special plants or an indoor oasis, this lecture will give you the tools you need. George Volpe started gardening on the roof of his Queens apartment over 40 years ago, and increased his garden space and knowledge every time he moved. Today he tends more than a half-acre of gardens on land that once grew little more than poison ivy. George spent many years teaching a plant care education program to people with disabilities. He is a Master Gardener Volunteer with Cornell Cooperative Extension. $15 PP/class or $40 for all 3 classes Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, February 28, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Cajun and Creole Saturday, March 2, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Come and celebrate Mardi Gras with us by cooking a traditional Cajun Gumbo.  $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or kitchen classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= 4-H County Public Presentations 2018-19 Tuesday, March 5, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 4-H Public Presentations is perhaps the most important youth development program we provide and is cited by our alumni as having long lasting benefits to their lives and careers. Through this program youth develop self-confidence and poise, learn to express their ideas clearly, and gain knowledge on a subject of their choosing. Youth give presentations in different areas: Cloverbud (4-H ages 5-7), Demonstration, Illustrated Talk, Creative Communications, Formal Speech, and Teen Interview (youth 13+) and receive feedback from two volunteer Evaluators. Those with exceptional presentations can progress to district competitions and state level clinics. Volunteer!We also need adult volunteer evaluators. This is a great opportunity to engage local youth on their performance and help them improve their skills. Please register for our March 19th New Evaluator Training and find out how you can join our public presentations event.Please note: Youth must enroll in the 4-H Program to participate. If you are a new enrollee, attendance at one of the information sessions is mandatory. To enroll, please fill out the enrollment form and bring it with you to the information session. The enrollment fee is waived for this event! Youth Information sessions (CCEUC, 232 Plaza Rd, Kingston, NY):Feb 19th: Beginners March 5th: Experienced (3+ yrs presenting) Public Presentations Event (SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge, NY):March 30 Free! Tami Loeffler, tml88@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 339 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, March 7, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Philadelphia Flower Show Bus Tour Thursday, March 7, 2019 5:45 am - 9:30 pm Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s Master Gardeners for their annual bus trip to the biggest and best flower show in the East on Thursday, March 7, 2019. The 190th PHS Philadelphia Flower Show will pay tribute to the enormous impact of flowers on our lives. From the first blooms of spring in your home garden to the expansive fields that fuel whole economies, flowers influence how we feel, think, and act in small and global ways. Exhibits will take a holistic approach to the theme with sweeping landscapes and artful interpretations that inspire, convey emotions, examine fragrance and color, and convey a universal language. For more details on the show visit www.theflowershow.com.Buses will load at 5:45 a.m. and leave at 6:00 a.m. from the parking lot E at the Kingston Plaza next to the Catskill Railroad. The New Paltz bus will load at 6:15 a.m. at the NYS Thruway Park and Ride located at Exit 18 in New Paltz. We will return at approximately 9:30 p.m. Complete registration forms with payment must be postmarked no later than February 22 and can also be dropped off at the CCEUC Education Center, 232 Plaza Road in Kingston. Space is limited - please register early to save your seat.This event is a fundraiser for the Master Gardener Program of CCE Ulster County. $80/person (includes transportation and show admission) Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= Agricultural Respirator Fit Testing Clinic Tuesday, March 12, 2019 9:30 am - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH) is pleased to provide a respirator fit testing clinic located in Eastern NY’s DEC Region 3; counties served: Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester.During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators. Clinic appointments are 1-hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and trainings are available in both English and Spanish. If you are unable to attend the clinic in your area you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Who should attend? Anyone who handles or applies pesticides or other materials which require them to wear a respirator. NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.To schedule an appointment contact the NYCAMH office during the following dates: Monday, February 4 through Friday March 8.  Ask to speak with the farm respirator clinic scheduler.   We can be reached at either 607-547-7014 option 1, or toll-free 800-343-7527, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.When calling to schedule an appointment please have the following information available: Total number of people attending from your farmName of each person being scheduledLanguage spoken by each attendeeMake and model of each respirator to be testedA respirator fit test ensures that a particular make, model, and size of respirator fits the wearer’s face and will meet the wearer’s needs. A fit test is specific to the make, model, and size of respirator. If a worker wears more than one style of respirator, including filtering facepieces, they must be fit tested for each one. Please keep in mind while determining who will come to the clinic that a clean-shaven face is a necessity for masks to be effective and for fit testing to be possible.It is important to us that your workers be protected from any respiratory hazards. It is important to us that you be protected from potential OSHA or DEC fines. $65 per person, per mask or if your gross income <$350,000 then $25 pp per mask, please fill out waiver for this pricing ========================================= Agricultural Respirator Fit Testing Clinic Wednesday, March 13, 2019 9:30 am - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH) is pleased to provide a respirator fit testing clinic located in Eastern NY’s DEC Region 3; counties served: Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester.During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators. Clinic appointments are 1-hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and trainings are available in both English and Spanish. If you are unable to attend the clinic in your area you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Who should attend? Anyone who handles or applies pesticides or other materials which require them to wear a respirator. NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.To schedule an appointment contact the NYCAMH office during the following dates: Monday, February 4 through Friday March 8.  Ask to speak with the farm respirator clinic scheduler.   We can be reached at either 607-547-7014 option 1, or toll-free 800-343-7527, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.When calling to schedule an appointment please have the following information available: Total number of people attending from your farmName of each person being scheduledLanguage spoken by each attendeeMake and model of each respirator to be testedA respirator fit test ensures that a particular make, model, and size of respirator fits the wearer’s face and will meet the wearer’s needs. A fit test is specific to the make, model, and size of respirator. If a worker wears more than one style of respirator, including filtering facepieces, they must be fit tested for each one. Please keep in mind while determining who will come to the clinic that a clean-shaven face is a necessity for masks to be effective and for fit testing to be possible.It is important to us that your workers be protected from any respiratory hazards. It is important to us that you be protected from potential OSHA or DEC fines. $65 per person, per mask or if your gross income <$350,000 then $25 pp per mask, please fill out waiver for this pricing ========================================= Agricultural Respirator Fit Testing Clinic Thursday, March 14, 2019 9:30 am - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH) is pleased to provide a respirator fit testing clinic located in Eastern NY’s DEC Region 3; counties served: Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester.During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators. Clinic appointments are 1-hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and trainings are available in both English and Spanish. If you are unable to attend the clinic in your area you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Who should attend? Anyone who handles or applies pesticides or other materials which require them to wear a respirator. NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators.To schedule an appointment contact the NYCAMH office during the following dates: Monday, February 4 through Friday March 8.  Ask to speak with the farm respirator clinic scheduler.   We can be reached at either 607-547-7014 option 1, or toll-free 800-343-7527, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.When calling to schedule an appointment please have the following information available: Total number of people attending from your farmName of each person being scheduledLanguage spoken by each attendeeMake and model of each respirator to be testedA respirator fit test ensures that a particular make, model, and size of respirator fits the wearer’s face and will meet the wearer’s needs. A fit test is specific to the make, model, and size of respirator. If a worker wears more than one style of respirator, including filtering facepieces, they must be fit tested for each one. Please keep in mind while determining who will come to the clinic that a clean-shaven face is a necessity for masks to be effective and for fit testing to be possible.It is important to us that your workers be protected from any respiratory hazards. It is important to us that you be protected from potential OSHA or DEC fines. $65 per person, per mask or if your gross income <$350,000 then $25 pp per mask, please fill out waiver for this pricing ========================================= 2019 Winter Lecture Series Thursday, March 14, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) February 28 - Start Seeds Right: Seed Starting and Winter Sowing Join the Master Gardeners and learn the logistics of seed starting and winter sowing. Starting seeds properly can make or break your entire growing season! Learn our best tips and tricks for starting seeds indoors. Winter sowing is the process of planting seeds in plastic containers, putting the containers outside for the winter and forgetting about them until the seedlings emerge in the spring. Yes, it really is that easy. Take home your very first one to try! Dona Crawford has been the Master Gardener coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Ulster County for the past fourteen years. Folks call her the bug lady. She is a regular columnist for the Times Herald Record. March 14 - Composting: It’s Good for the Environment and Your Garden Did you know that about 30% of the trash deposited in landfills is made up of food scraps and yard waste?Making compost keeps these materials out of landfills where they take up space and release methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The benefits of using compost, “Gardener’s Black Gold”, in your gardens is legendary.You will be introduced to three composting systems during this presentation: traditional outdoor composting, indoor Bokashi composting, and Hugelkultur, a method of composting woody debris that is not suitable for other uses. Barbara Bravo has more than 30 years-experience gardening where the wildlife is plentiful and where she continues to learn peaceful co-existence. Her garden was featured on the Saugerties Secret Gardens Tour. She has been a Master Gardener Volunteer since 2005, a Garden Coach and Coordinator of Garden Day, an annual CCE educational event for gardeners.She has lectured on many topics. When not in the garden, she may be found working in her studio creating handmade tiles, nature inspired pottery and collage. March 28 - Houseplant Help Growing houseplants is a great way to start gardening, while enhancing the beauty of your home and creating an environment of health and well-being. This lecture will provide information on types of houseplants, growth requirements, identification and treatment of common diseases and pests, as well as ongoing maintenance tips. Whether you want a few special plants or an indoor oasis, this lecture will give you the tools you need. George Volpe started gardening on the roof of his Queens apartment over 40 years ago, and increased his garden space and knowledge every time he moved. Today he tends more than a half-acre of gardens on land that once grew little more than poison ivy. George spent many years teaching a plant care education program to people with disabilities. He is a Master Gardener Volunteer with Cornell Cooperative Extension. $15 PP/class or $40 for all 3 classes Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, March 14, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, March 18, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Tara Kleinhans, tdk36@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 321 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, March 19, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Thursday, March 21, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Knife Skills Saturday, March 23, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Learn what knives you really need and how to use and care for them. Save time in the kitchen and expand your repertoire. You will julienne, chop, slice and dice your way thru the day. You bone a chicken and learn what to do with all those parts. $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or kitchen classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Tuesday, March 26, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= 2019 Winter Lecture Series Thursday, March 28, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) February 28 - Start Seeds Right: Seed Starting and Winter Sowing Join the Master Gardeners and learn the logistics of seed starting and winter sowing. Starting seeds properly can make or break your entire growing season! Learn our best tips and tricks for starting seeds indoors. Winter sowing is the process of planting seeds in plastic containers, putting the containers outside for the winter and forgetting about them until the seedlings emerge in the spring. Yes, it really is that easy. Take home your very first one to try! Dona Crawford has been the Master Gardener coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Ulster County for the past fourteen years. Folks call her the bug lady. She is a regular columnist for the Times Herald Record. March 14 - Composting: It’s Good for the Environment and Your Garden Did you know that about 30% of the trash deposited in landfills is made up of food scraps and yard waste?Making compost keeps these materials out of landfills where they take up space and release methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The benefits of using compost, “Gardener’s Black Gold”, in your gardens is legendary.You will be introduced to three composting systems during this presentation: traditional outdoor composting, indoor Bokashi composting, and Hugelkultur, a method of composting woody debris that is not suitable for other uses. Barbara Bravo has more than 30 years-experience gardening where the wildlife is plentiful and where she continues to learn peaceful co-existence. Her garden was featured on the Saugerties Secret Gardens Tour. She has been a Master Gardener Volunteer since 2005, a Garden Coach and Coordinator of Garden Day, an annual CCE educational event for gardeners.She has lectured on many topics. When not in the garden, she may be found working in her studio creating handmade tiles, nature inspired pottery and collage. March 28 - Houseplant Help Growing houseplants is a great way to start gardening, while enhancing the beauty of your home and creating an environment of health and well-being. This lecture will provide information on types of houseplants, growth requirements, identification and treatment of common diseases and pests, as well as ongoing maintenance tips. Whether you want a few special plants or an indoor oasis, this lecture will give you the tools you need. George Volpe started gardening on the roof of his Queens apartment over 40 years ago, and increased his garden space and knowledge every time he moved. Today he tends more than a half-acre of gardens on land that once grew little more than poison ivy. George spent many years teaching a plant care education program to people with disabilities. He is a Master Gardener Volunteer with Cornell Cooperative Extension. $15 PP/class or $40 for all 3 classes Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, March 28, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Thursday, March 28, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= 4-H County Public Presentations 2018-19 Saturday, March 30, 2019 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 4-H Public Presentations is perhaps the most important youth development program we provide and is cited by our alumni as having long lasting benefits to their lives and careers. Through this program youth develop self-confidence and poise, learn to express their ideas clearly, and gain knowledge on a subject of their choosing. Youth give presentations in different areas: Cloverbud (4-H ages 5-7), Demonstration, Illustrated Talk, Creative Communications, Formal Speech, and Teen Interview (youth 13+) and receive feedback from two volunteer Evaluators. Those with exceptional presentations can progress to district competitions and state level clinics. Volunteer!We also need adult volunteer evaluators. This is a great opportunity to engage local youth on their performance and help them improve their skills. Please register for our March 19th New Evaluator Training and find out how you can join our public presentations event.Please note: Youth must enroll in the 4-H Program to participate. If you are a new enrollee, attendance at one of the information sessions is mandatory. To enroll, please fill out the enrollment form and bring it with you to the information session. The enrollment fee is waived for this event! Youth Information sessions (CCEUC, 232 Plaza Rd, Kingston, NY):Feb 19th: Beginners March 5th: Experienced (3+ yrs presenting) Public Presentations Event (SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge, NY):March 30 Free! Tami Loeffler, tml88@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 339 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Tuesday, April 2, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= 2019 4-H Veterinary Science Program Thursday, April 4, 2019 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Teens ages 13 to 19 with an interest in animals and veterinary science can now sign up for the 4-H Veterinary Science Series, which will be held at SUNY Ulster. The program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County’s (CCEUC) 4-H Youth Development and SUNY Ulster. Dr. Beth Alden is the Coordinator of the Veterinary Technology Program at SUNY Ulster created this program, selects the presenters and oversees the course content. The program is held on nine consecutive Thursdays beginning January 31st and culminates with a graduation on April 4th. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Area veterinarians and other speakers will provide hands-on teaching in a clinical setting. Youth will explore the normal animal, including attitude and behavior, maintaining animal health, and the organs and systems of the animal body. Animal diseases will be discussed including viruses, bacteria, and parasites that affect animal health. The instructors will also discuss the profession of veterinary science and career paths.Participation is limited to 24 students. Registrations will be reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, conditional upon receipt of 4-H enrollment form and full payment. Sorry, no refunds. In the event of bad weather, lessons may be cancelled in which case an extended period will be offered the following Thursday.  $100 for non-4-H members or those outside of Ulster County, $80 for currently enrolled 4-H members; which includes the course book and materials. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Thursday, April 4, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= South Indian Home Cooking Wednesday, April 10, 2019 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Join Sowmya Somnath, our new Tamil friend who invites us to learn, cook and taste a Tamil family vegetarian meal. She will guide us through the tasty maze of spices and flavors of Indian food from the South. We will learn to make a savory quick stew, delicious veggies and more. We will serve our meal on a banana leaf. By the time we leave we will have learned cooking and customs of Tamil hospitality, tasted new flavors and all while listening to fabulous music. $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or kitchen classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= 20th Annual Garden Day: "Your Garden, Your Way" Saturday, April 13, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm SUNY Ulster (491 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, New York 12484) Join us for Garden Day 2019: "Your Garden, Your Way - Planning & Problem Solving".This one-day gardening extravaganza is a community educational program presented by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County Master Gardener Program. Pre-registration is due by April 5.Choose 4 classes from the list of 16 plus Keynote Speakers, Karen Smythe & Anne Cleeves Symmes:“Beatrix Farrand: One of America’s most celebrated landscape designers”.Achieving color in the garden all seasonAdapt your garden for climate changeBeginner’s vegetable garden: How to get startedBroadleaf and needle evergreensDesigning with succulents – Demo ClassEmbrace your invasive plantsGarlic, onions, and shallots for the home gardenGardening in wet soilsHardscaping: The foundation of good garden designHow to start a perennial garden from scratchHypertufa Mysteries RevealedMaking natural dyes from plants- Demo ClassOrganic heirloom gardeningGarden RehabTen best things I have learned about gardeningTerrariums—A garden under glass – Demo Class $50 Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, April 16, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= "Ramp" Up Your Spring! Wednesday, April 24, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Celebrate Spring in the Hudson Valley by learning about sustainable ramp harvesting! We will make ramp and barley soup and ramp pesto. Take home several other recipes. $35 per class, or $30 when you register for 2 or more people or kitchen classes Janie Greenwald, jhg238@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 326 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Thursday, April 25, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Seedling Sale Annual Fundraiser Thursday, April 25, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) We know it’s still chilly outside, but start dreaming: luscious berries, extra-large asparagus, and flowering native dogwoods. There’s something for everyone at this year’s seedling sale! Our featured plant, new this year (drum roll, please): Rosa Rugosa. This native, deer resistant, low maintenance, sweetly scented rose has an extended bloom time and is a prolific producer of hips for food and medicinal use. They will be sold in pairs as bare root seedlings that can flower in pink, purple, and white. Back again are our tried-and-true blueberries, blackberries, and red raspberries; they will be joined this year by June-bearing Cavendish strawberries, known for their hardiness and high yields. And also we’re adding the popular Bartlett pear tree, since they are semi self-fertile, you need only one! Veggie growers will get a payback year-after-year from vigorous, disease-resistant Jersey Knight asparagus and vigorous Macdonald rhubarb (think strawberry rhubarb pie!). Finally, who can resist flowering shrubs? Our native plant bundle includes two each of five proven successful varieties: White Flowering Dogwood, Elderberry, Black Chokeberry, Kousa Dogwood, and Eastern Redbud. To place your order, print out and mail in or drop off the order form. The deadline for orders is March 15. Act now so you won’t be disappointed. Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Friday, April 26, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Seedling Sale Annual Fundraiser Friday, April 26, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) We know it’s still chilly outside, but start dreaming: luscious berries, extra-large asparagus, and flowering native dogwoods. There’s something for everyone at this year’s seedling sale! Our featured plant, new this year (drum roll, please): Rosa Rugosa. This native, deer resistant, low maintenance, sweetly scented rose has an extended bloom time and is a prolific producer of hips for food and medicinal use. They will be sold in pairs as bare root seedlings that can flower in pink, purple, and white. Back again are our tried-and-true blueberries, blackberries, and red raspberries; they will be joined this year by June-bearing Cavendish strawberries, known for their hardiness and high yields. And also we’re adding the popular Bartlett pear tree, since they are semi self-fertile, you need only one! Veggie growers will get a payback year-after-year from vigorous, disease-resistant Jersey Knight asparagus and vigorous Macdonald rhubarb (think strawberry rhubarb pie!). Finally, who can resist flowering shrubs? Our native plant bundle includes two each of five proven successful varieties: White Flowering Dogwood, Elderberry, Black Chokeberry, Kousa Dogwood, and Eastern Redbud. To place your order, print out and mail in or drop off the order form. The deadline for orders is March 15. Act now so you won’t be disappointed. Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= 2019 4-H Tractor Safety Program Saturday, April 27, 2019 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Stone Ridge Firehouse (525 Cottekill Road Stone Ridge, NY 12484) The driving practice dates are April 25 and 26, time TBD.4-H Youth Development Program is once again offering a tractor safety certification program for youth. The course takes place on multiple dates, concluding with two days of driving practice classes and a final driving test. Both the practice days (4/25-4/26) and final test (4/27) take place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (249 Libertyville Road in New Paltz). All other classes will take place at the Stone Ridge Firehouse (address below).The times of the driving practice dates (4/25-4/26) will be determined later in the course. The National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program enables young workers (ages 14-19) to obtain a US Department of Labor Certificate of Training which is required to operate farm tractors and equipment. The course is open to anyone 13 years of age and older, however, only those 14 and older will be able to drive and become certified. Participants learn important safety skills and gain an advantage when seeking employment at a lawn or landscaping business, golf course or farm. The instructor, Grant DeWitt, is an Ulster County 4-H alumnus who holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from SUNY Cobleskill and is a former qualifier at the national level in the 4-H Tractor Operation Contest.Space is limited to the first 20 paid registrants, on a first paid, first served basis. Sorry, no refunds.Please Note: Participants are not considered fully registered until we have received payment and the 4-H Youth Enrollment Form and the Tractor Safety Acknowledgement of Risk Form. Please fill out both forms and return to the 4-H office (232 Plaza Road, Kingston, NY 12401) via mail or by dropping off no later than 1 week before the start of the program. If we do not receive these forms form prior to the start of the course, we will not reserve a spot and your child will not be permitted to attend.  $40 for already enrolled 4-H members and $50 for non-4-H members, which includes the Student Manual. Matt Helffrich, mdh268@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 340 ========================================= Seedling Sale Annual Fundraiser Saturday, April 27, 2019 10:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) We know it’s still chilly outside, but start dreaming: luscious berries, extra-large asparagus, and flowering native dogwoods. There’s something for everyone at this year’s seedling sale! Our featured plant, new this year (drum roll, please): Rosa Rugosa. This native, deer resistant, low maintenance, sweetly scented rose has an extended bloom time and is a prolific producer of hips for food and medicinal use. They will be sold in pairs as bare root seedlings that can flower in pink, purple, and white. Back again are our tried-and-true blueberries, blackberries, and red raspberries; they will be joined this year by June-bearing Cavendish strawberries, known for their hardiness and high yields. And also we’re adding the popular Bartlett pear tree, since they are semi self-fertile, you need only one! Veggie growers will get a payback year-after-year from vigorous, disease-resistant Jersey Knight asparagus and vigorous Macdonald rhubarb (think strawberry rhubarb pie!). Finally, who can resist flowering shrubs? Our native plant bundle includes two each of five proven successful varieties: White Flowering Dogwood, Elderberry, Black Chokeberry, Kousa Dogwood, and Eastern Redbud. To place your order, print out and mail in or drop off the order form. The deadline for orders is March 15. Act now so you won’t be disappointed. Dona Crawford, dm282@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 335 ========================================= 4-H 21st Annual Golf Classic Fundraiser Thursday, May 16, 2019 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Apple Greens Golf Course (161 South Street Highland, NY 12528) CCEUC hosts the 21th Annual 4-H Golf Classic at Apple Greens Golf Course in Clintondale, NY on Thursday, May 16, 2019. Each year, this popular and enjoyable fundraiser brings together golf aficionados, CCE supporters and sponsors for a shared experience in a beautiful setting. The fee is $100.00 per golfer or $400 per team for golf and lunch. The $100.00 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, continental breakfast, snacks and refreshments on the course, and, following the tournament, an awards luncheon at the Orchard Café. Registration and continental breakfast will be at 7:30 a.m. and shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Ulster County 4-H Youth Development Program. Help us to raise money for one of the oldest youth organizations in the United States!Ulster County 4-H Youth Development reaches over 1,350 youth through clubs, after school programs, field trips and workshops spanning a wide spectrum of interests. 4-H programs help youth to develop valuable citizenship and life skills while encouraging them to practice service to others. These learned values help to develop leaders and independent thinkers. In 2018 over 300 youth, aged 5 to 19, participated in 4-H Club programs!The 21st Annual 4-H Golf Classic is now accepting sponsors and teams for the May 16th outing $100.00 per Golfer or $400 per team for golf and lunch Tara Kleinhans, tdk36@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 321 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, May 20, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Tara Kleinhans, tdk36@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 321 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, May 21, 2019 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. $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 Tuesday, June 25, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, July 15, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Tara Kleinhans, tdk36@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 321 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, July 16, 2019 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. $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 Tuesday, August 20, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, September 16, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Tara Kleinhans, tdk36@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 321 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, September 17, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= 4-H Awards and Recognition Friday, February 15, 2019 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 4-H Members Awards and Recognition- Binders due in office by Mon Sep 30th by 5pm; electronic applications accepted until 11:59pm Sep 30thMember Recognition Guide 2018-19 Guide to Member Recognition Awards- different look, mostly the same info!4-H Lifetime Portfolio-  To keep track of 4-H Projects, events and activities Youth Member Award Application  - Application for Youth Awards, to be filled out and submitted by youth with Club Leader signaturesClub Award Application - Please use this form.Beacon_Recommendation.docx Capital_Days_Application_and_Recommendation.docx Career_Ex_Application.pdf Community Service Pentathlon_Project_Record.pdf General Project Record Cloverbud Project Record Tami Loeffler, tml88@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 339 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, October 15, 2019 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. $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 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, November 18, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Ulster County (232 Plaza Road (Hannaford Plaza) Kingston, New York 12401) Tara Kleinhans, tdk36@cornell.edu, 845-340-3990 ext. 321 ========================================= ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Course Tuesday, November 19, 2019 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. $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 Tuesday, December 17, 2019 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. $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 =========================================