November 27, 2012
CCE-Tompkins (607) 272-2292
Christmas Tree Tips and Local Grower List from Cooperative Extension
Consumers who wish to purchase a freshly-cut Christmas tree for the
holidays can find an updated list of local farms on the Tompkins
County Cooperative Extension web site at:
The following classes, workshops and events are
presented by or in partnership with Cornell
Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County.
2012 Hydrilla Update Volunteer Recognition Reception
Wednesday, November 7, 6:30pm reception, 7:00-8:45pm presentation
at Borg-Warner Room, Tompkins County
Easy Plants for New Gardeners
Thursday, October 11, 6:30-8:30 pm
at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca
New to gardening? If you have just acquired a house and yard, or
finally have time to tackle your landscape, come to this class and
learn about some easy
Maple Sugaring
Wednesday, October 3, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Learn about maple sugaring with Sapsquatch founder Josh Dolan. This
class will explore the history, lore and current state of maple syrup
industry in the US and Canada.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced
yesterday that the Emerald Ash Borer has been confirmed in Tioga
County. We've posted their
http://ccetompkins.org/sites/all/files/factsheets/factsheet-2587.pdfNews
Release as a pdf on the CCE-Tompkins website, where you
Identifying Summer Diseases of Vegetables in Your Garden
Thursday, August 16, 6:30-8:30 pm
At CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca NY
Diseases affecting vegetables can be difficult to identify,
especially when nonbiotic issues like drought and nutritional
deficiencies occur.
Game of Logging (chainsaw safety classes)
September 29, 30 October 12
at Cornell's Arnot Forest (near Van Etten, NY)
Forest owners and anyone who uses a chainsaw will benefit by
increased efficiency, productivity, and safety through Game of
Logging for Landowners. This course is taught by a
Deer Resistant Plants for Your Garden
Thursday July 26, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Deer have become a major problem in gardening. This class will
feature flowers, shrubs and trees that are deer-resistant. Tompkins
County Master Gardener
Deer Resistant Plants for Your Garden
Thursday July 26, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Deer have become a major problem in gardening. This class will
feature flowers, shrubs and trees that are deer-resistant. Tompkins
County Master Gardener
Deer Resistant Plants for Your Garden
Thursday July 26, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Deer have become a major problem in gardening. This class will
feature flowers, shrubs and trees that are deer-resistant. Tompkins
County Master Gardener
Compost with Confidence: Getting Started
Saturday, June 30, 11:00am-12:00pm
at Ithaca Farmers' Market,545 3rd Street, Ithaca
(class held at the NEW compost demo site, south of the pavilion)
The Compost Education Program at Cornell Cooperative Extension of
Tompkins County again will offer
The following events are sponsored by or offered in partnership with
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, and concern
invasive species that have been identified in or are expected to be a
threat to Tompkins County. Please address questions to the contacts
listed below.
Emerald
FREE SEEDS AVAILABLE AT COOPERATIVE EXTENSION!
Each year, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County solicits
and receives seed donations (including many heirloom and organic
seeds) from a variety of companies that have included Ithaca Agway,
Seed Savers Exchange, FEDCO, Burpee,
8TH ANNUAL GREEN BUILDING SEMINAR SERIES
(5) Thursdays, February 9, 16 23 and March 1 8, 7:00-9:00pm
at First Unitarian Church of Ithaca Annex, 208 E. Buffalo St.(near
Aurora), Ithaca NY
February 9: Earthships! A showing of the award-winning documentary,
Garbage Warrior, will be followed
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CCE-Tompkins (607) 272-2292
Christmas Tree Tips and Local Grower List from Cooperative Extension
Consumers who wish to purchase a freshly
African Violets for Everyone
Wednesday, October 26, 6:30-8:30pm
at CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
African Violets are one of the few house plants that flower well at
home and are easy to grow. This workshop with Professor Tom Weiler
will cover the range of varieties
Crocus Focus
Saturday, October 15, 11:00am-2:00pm
Across from Cass Park Rink Pool, 701 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca
The Community Beautification Program at Cornell Cooperative Extension
of Tompkins County needs volunteers to help plant 5,000 crocus bulbs
in Cass Park, directly across Route 89
Please join us for the:
Bulb Labyrinth Garden Launch
at the Ithaca Children's Garden
Sunday October 16, 2011
4:00-5:00 pm
All are welcome!
DETAILS:
4:00-5:00 pm
Launch of the Bulb Labyrinth Garden project. This free event will
kick off our fundraising and community partnership efforts in
FIGHTING HYDRILLA: Impacts Choices
Tuesday, October 4, 7:00-9:00pm
Unitarian Church Annex, 208 East Buffalo Street, Ithaca
The Cayuga Inlet Hydrilla Task Force will hold a free, public
information session to cover issues surrounding the recent
identification of the invasive aquatic weed
Aug. 11, 2011 Press Release
Contact: Pat Curran, 272-2292
For Immediate Release
The Master Gardener Program of Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative
Extension announces that applications will now be accepted for the
fall 2011 Master Gardener training. Master Gardeners are Cooperative
Extension
The Tompkins County Health Department has
released the following advisory concerning the
numbers of Lyme Disease cases occurring
here. Their web site:
http://www.tompkins-co.org/healthwww.tompkins-co.org/health
has additional information, as does the
CCE-Tompkins site at:
The Tompkins County Health Department has
released the following advisory concerning the
numbers of Lyme Disease cases occurring
here. Their web site:
http://www.tompkins-co.org/healthwww.tompkins-co.org/health
has additional information, as does the
CCE-Tompkins site at:
4th Annual Gardener's Flower Pot Swap Recycling Days
Friday June 24 - Monday June 27
at Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Are you looking for an environmentally friendly solution for what to
do with the plastic containers from plants you purchased this
4th Annual Gardener's Flower Pot Swap Recycling Days
Friday June 24 - Monday June 27
at Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Are you looking for an environmentally friendly solution for what to
do with the plastic containers from plants you purchased this
4th Annual Gardener's Flower Pot Swap Recycling Days
Friday June 24 - Monday June 27
at Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Are you looking for an environmentally friendly solution for what to
do with the plastic containers from plants you purchased this
Introduction to Edible Medicinal Herbs Spices
Monday, June 6, 6:00-8:00 pm
Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Learn about the growing habits and benefits of herbs and
spices culinary, medicinal, and aroma-therapeutic. Enjoy a hands-on
class with a complete
Introduction to Edible Medicinal Herbs Spices
Monday, June 6, 6:00-8:00 pm
Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Learn about the growing habits and benefits of herbs and
spices culinary, medicinal, and aroma-therapeutic. Enjoy a hands-on
class with a complete
Please visit our Calendar of Events at
http://ccetompkins.org/calendar for a complete list of workshops and
events currently scheduled by Cornell Cooperative Extension of
Tompkins County! Call (607) 272-2292 with questions or to register!
Volunteer Work Learning Sessions at ICG
Monday, May
'THE POWER OF PLANTS: Eden Project And Beyond'
Lecture by Jane Knight, Landscape Architect for The Eden Project, UK
Monday, May 23, 12:00-1:15pm
at 233 Plant Science Building, Cornell University, Ithaca
Jane Knight, Chartered Member of the UK Landscape Institute (and
Cornell alumna, MLA '86)
Are you wondering whether it's too early now to plant your potatoes
or lima beans? Or perhaps you'd like to start your home vegetable
garden in July after a vacation; what can you still plant at that
time to harvest before the first fall frost?
Visit the CCE-Tompkins web site for guidelines
Please note that the dates below are the correct dates for the
Community Beautification Volunteer training, not on 2 Tuesdays as
previously announced!
Community Beautification Volunteer Training
Tuesday March 22 Monday March 28, 6:00-8:30 pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615
Tractor Workshop for Small Farms
Saturday March 12, 9:00am-12:00pm
Dryden Lawn Recreation, 54 North Street (Route 13), Dryden
Is there a tractor in your future? Small farmers
and rural landowners who are considering
purchasing a tractor or who need some basic
operation, maintenance, and
Tractor Workshop for Small Farms
Saturday March 12, 9:00am-12:00pm
Dryden Lawn Recreation, 54 North Street (Route 13), Dryden
Is there a tractor in your future? Small farmers
and rural landowners who are considering
purchasing a tractor or who need some basic
operation, maintenance, and
Food Garden Panel Discussion
Wednesday, March 9, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Don't miss this panel discussion by several experienced food
gardeners! Master Gardeners and others with years of food growing
experience will highlight some
Food Garden Panel Discussion
Wednesday, March 9, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Don't miss this panel discussion by several experienced food
gardeners! Master Gardeners and others with years of food growing
experience will highlight some
Get ready for spring with the following Gardening events offered
through Cornell Cooperative Extension!
Coping with Household Insect Pests!
Tuesday, March 8, 6:30-8:30pm
at CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Cornell Entomologist Carolyn Klass will focus her discussion
Apologies for cross-posting!
COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA) FAIR
Saturday, March 5, 12:00-3:00pm
Boynton Middle School, 1601 North Cayuga Street (at Rt. 13), Ithaca
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will host a
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Fair on Sunday, March
COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA) FAIR
Saturday, March 5, 12:00-3:00pm
Boynton Middle School, 1601 North Cayuga Street (at Rt. 13), Ithaca
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County will host a
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Fair on Saturday, March 5th
from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
The Seventh Annual Green Building Seminar Series will be held on 5
Wednesday evenings beginning March 2nd at the First Unitarian Church
of Ithaca Annex, 208 East Buffalo Street near Aurora in Ithaca. Fee:
$5/seminar or $20/series, scholarships available. Dates and topics
subject to change.
Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop(s)
Saturday March 19 OR 26, 9:00am-12:00pm
Reisinger's Apple Country, 2750 Apple Lane, Watkins Glen 14891
The Cornell Cooperative Extension offices of Schuyler and Steuben
Counties along with Reisinger's Apple Country are offering a pruning
workshop that will be
CORNBREAD FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT ITHACA COMMUNITY HARVEST
Saturday, February 19, 11:30am-4:00pm
at the Great Downtown Ithaca Chili Cook-off, on the Ithaca Commons
What's more inviting than sunny yellow cornbread with your chili on a
frosty day? Your purchase of cornbread at this year's
Since the deadline for registration for this workshop is given as
March 4, I'm guessing most people assumed that the dates in the
subject line should be 3/19 and 3/16, but here is a formal correction
with my apologies for any confusion my error may have caused! Sandy
Fruit Tree Pruning
Garden Travel Slide Show : Gardens of the Heartland
Saturday, February 5, 2:00-3:30 pm
at CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Join Patricia Curran, CCE-Tompkins' Horticulture Educator, on a slide
tour of botanic gardens in the heartland of the USA. Pat traveled to
Denver
FREE SEEDS AVAILABLE AT COOPERATIVE EXTENSION!
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County has received many
generous seed donations from vendors including Ithaca Agway, Seed
Savers Exchange, FEDCO, Burpee, Heirloom Seeds, Seed Saver Exchange,
Select Seeds, Harris Seeds, and Southern
FREE SEEDS AVAILABLE AT COOPERATIVE EXTENSION!
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County has received many
generous seed donations from vendors including Ithaca Agway, Seed
Savers Exchange, FEDCO, Burpee, Heirloom Seeds, Seed Saver Exchange,
Select Seeds, Harris Seeds, and Southern
Know Your Ash: Planning for the Emerald Ash Borer
Tuesday, February 15, 7:00-09:00 PM
at Cornell Coopearative Extension of Tompkins County, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Do you have ash trees on your property? Are they healthy? Will the
Emerald Ash Borer be a threat? This FREE workshop will
Know Your Ash: Planning for the Emerald Ash Borer
Tuesday, February 15, 7:00-09:00 PM
at Cornell Coopearative Extension of Tompkins County, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Do you have ash trees on your property? Are they healthy? Will the
Emerald Ash Borer be a threat? This FREE workshop will
List subscribers may wish to be aware of the
following classes and presentations from the
Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension
Calendar of Events (complete listings at: http://ccetompkins.org/calendar).
Master Composter Volunteer Training
Friday, February 4, Application Deadline
at
For those concerned about the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer in
home Ash trees, CCE-Tompkins will offer a workshop on February 15
from 7-9 pm entitled: Know your Ash - Planning for the Emerald Ash
Borer. Participants will learn to identify Ash trees and evaluate
their health and will
Growing Potatoes Tomatoes in a Disease-Plagued World
Friday, December 10, 10:00am-12:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca NY
Learn about major diseases of potatoes and tomatoes and how to manage
them using the latest disease resistant varieties and other
The following is part of a Cornell-CCE Community Food System project
to gather data on local foods consumption and nutritional quality of
a locavore diet. Please share with other lists as appropriate!
Interested in locally grown foods?
I'm conducting research with Cornell's Sustainability of
Local Meats Education Tasting Fair
Consumers can meet at least 22 livestock producers from across our
region, learn about their farms and products, and taste samples
prepared by http://www.thehaunt.com/catering.htmlRazorback BBQ and
Chef Candice Clifton of
For Immediate Release
October 19, 2010
LEARN TO BURN
Everything you need to know about heating your
home with firewood and pellets in an hour and a half!
Plus - a chance to win a wood stove thermometer!
Wednesday, November 3, 6:007:30pm
at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County,
Changed location for Free Tree Walk:
Subject: TREE WALK
Hello Folks,
On Saturday, October 23rd at 2:15pm I will be hosting a tree walk.
The focus of the walk will be identification, the role of different
trees in the forest, and uses of trees for food, medicine, and
survival. This walk is
FREE Compost With Confidence Workshop
Saturday, August 28, 12 Noon - 1:00 pm
Compost Demonstration Site at Ithaca Community Gardens, at the
entrance to the Ithaca Farmers' Market
Master Composter volunteers from Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative
Extension will provide information and give
Citizen Scientists Wanted
The Soil Insect Ecology lab at NYSAES is looking for volunteers to
assist in a project monitoring the expansion of invasive crane flies
in NYS. The goal is to utilize a network of citizen scientists to
help survey, detect and monitor the expansion of these insects in
Citizen Scientists Wanted
The Soil Insect Ecology lab at NYSAES is looking for volunteers to
assist in a project monitoring the expansion of invasive crane flies
in NYS. The goal is to utilize a network of citizen scientists to
help survey, detect and monitor the expansion of these insects in
Plants for Dry Sites
Tuesday, August 17, 6:30-8:30 pm
CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
A hot, dry, sunny site is just what some plants need to thrive. Dry
shade is a little more challenging! This workshop will cover many
plants that love heat and sun, and water-saving
Plants for Dry Sites
Tuesday, August 17, 6:30-8:30 pm
CCE-Tompkins Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
A hot, dry, sunny site is just what some plants need to thrive. Dry
shade is a little more challenging! This workshop will cover many
plants that love heat and sun, and water-saving
Kitchen Garden Tour
Monday, August 16, 6:00-8:00 pm
This tour is not to be missed! This homesteader has grown fruits and
veggies for 30 years in a cold site in West Danby. Tree fruits,
berries, grapes, large vegetable garden, and asparagus all thrive
(along with flowers). Years of
Please address any questions to the contact persons listed on the
following web sites:
Harvestation (http://www.harvestation.com/) is a new online farmers'
market for Tompkins County (NY). It was developed by the folks at
IthaCan (http://ithacan.ning.com/) to facilitate bulk buying for food
For Immediate Release: July 29, 2010
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County
(607) 272-2292
Late Blight Found in Upstate NY
Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension has received a
report that Late Blight has been found upstate for the first time
this year, in a home
Open Days Garden Tours
Saturday, July 31, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Three very special private gardens will be open one day only for
self-guided tours, rain or shine, on Saturday, July 31 from 10 am to
4 pm. Visitors may drop-in at any or all of the gardens on their own
schedule during the hours
Extend the harvest and eat local foods year-round! Learn safe home
food preservation methods at Cornell Cooperative Extension-Tompkins.
Schedule of remaining food preservation classes below:
Boiling Water Bath Canning
Thurs, July 15th, 6:30-9:00 pm
This class covers how to safely use a
Cornell Cooperative Extension is offering the following workshops and
events in July. Please direct questions to the contact person whose
name appears in the listing, thanks!
ORGANIC GARDENING FOR BEGINNERS
Tuesday, July 13, 6:30-8:30 pm
CCE-Tompkins, 615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca
Our
Small-Scale Woodlot Management: Low Impact Harvesting Workshop
Location: Angus Glen Farms; 3050 Station Road; Watkins Glen, NY
Date: Saturday July 24, 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Contact: Please preregister by contacting Brett Chedzoy at
mailto:bjc...@cornell.edubjc...@cornell.edu, or by
calling
Three very special private gardens will be open for self-guided
tours, rain or shine, on Saturday, June 12 from 10 am to 4
pm. Visitors can drop-in at any or all of the gardens on their own
schedule during the hours that the gardens are open. The cost is $5
per person per garden, with
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