Starting a Food Business (Workshop) Wednesday, May 22, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) This class is part of the WNY Food Incubator business workshop series, designed to help food businesses thrive!This workshop will help you get your recipe market-ready. Guest speakers from the Cornell Food Venture Center and WNY Food Incubator staff will review the labeling and permits necessary to sell your food product.Cost: $25/person or $80 if you sign up for all four. Refreshments will be served. Booklets and worksheets included in registration fee. A minimum of 10 participants must register for the class for it to be held. The deadline to register is April 29th.Participants must register online here. Participants must register for this class by April 17th. Online registration is required. You can elect to pay online via PayPal (does not require PayPal account) or pay in advance at CCE-Niagara. We cannot complete your registration until we've received payment. Please call Amanda at 433-8839 if you have any questions. $25 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Memorial Day Monday, May 27, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County are closed for Memorial Day. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, May 27, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Board meetings are open to the public. Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Dehydrating Foods and Leathers Workshop Tuesday, June 11, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Learn the basics of preserving the harvest to enjoy year- round. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is offering a low-cost food preservation workshop series that will walk participants through a variety of home food processing techniques. All workshops will be led by trained Master Food Preservers and will be a combination of presentations and hands-on group learning experiences. In this workshop, participants will learn how to prepare foods for dehydration and freezing by making fruit leather, freezer jam, dehydrating apples, and drying herbs.All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop. The classes will be held at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County in the WNY Food Incubator (inside the Training Center), located at 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport.Pre-registration is required and is first-come first-serve, with a limit of 15 participants per workshop.Register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/dehydratingfoods2019_229 $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Gardening in Small Spaces Monday, June 17, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Do you have a small yard or are limited to an apartment patio? You can still grow your own food at home! John Farfaglia will teach you the tricks of gardening in small spaces in this class.Gain tips on growing vegetables, herbs and flowers in raised beds, containers and other unique ideas for gardeners that have limited space but the urge to grow. Covers container requirements, soil mixes, space saving methods like vertical gardening and more. Handouts included. This class will be taught by CCE Horticulture Educator, John Farfaglia.This class is part of our 2019 summer gardening series. You can register for one or all classes. To register, call our office at 433-8839 or email Amanda Henning at app27@cornell.edu.Location: 4-H Training Center at CCE-Niagara. 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport NY 14094.Please call CCE-Niagara at 716-433-8839 for more information. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, June 19, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Program Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, June 24, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Board meetings are open to the public. Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= CLOSED for Independence Day Thursday, July 4, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be closed for the Holidays.  ========================================= Lawn Care 101 Thursday, July 11, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) This workshop is a beginner guide on lawn care from seeding a new lawn, repairing bare spots, when and how to do routine care including mowing, fertilizing, weed control and watering. How to troubleshoot problems and deal with issues such as thatch, moss, and grubs. Participants may bring in a sample of their soil (use a small plastic sandwich bag) for pH testing. You may also bring weed specimens for identification. This class will be taught by CCE Horticulture Educator, John Farfaglia.This class is part of our 2019 summer gardening series. You can register for one or all classes. To register, call our office at 433-8839 or email Amanda Henning at app27@cornell.edu.Location: 4-H Training Center at CCE-Niagara. 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport NY 14094.Please call CCE-Niagara at 716-433-8839 for more information. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Water Bath Canning Workshop Tuesday, July 16, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Learn the basics of preserving the harvest to enjoy year- round. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is offering a low-cost food preservation workshop series that will walk participants through a variety of home food processing techniques. All workshops will be led by trained Master Food Preservers and will be a combination of presentations and hands-on group learning experiences.In this workshop participants will learn the basics of using a boiling water canner by making jams, salsa and chili sauce.All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop. The classes will be held at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County in the WNY Food Incubator (inside the Training Center), located at 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport.Pre-registration is required and is first-come-first-serve, with a limit of 15 participants per workshop.Register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/waterbathcanning2019_229 $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, July 22, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Board meetings are open to the public. Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= 2019 Niagara County Fair Wednesday, July 31, 2019 10:00 am - 10:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The Niagara County Fair in Lockport, NY is the largest youth fair in the state and has something for everyone. Over 35,000 people flock to the 5-day fair to enjoy local events, live music, shows, contests, food, rides and more. If you’re looking for family friendly local events, go ahead and mark Niagara County Fair from July 31st-August 4th, 2019 down on your calendar for family fun and excitement!4-H is also a big part of the Niagara County Fair. The 4-H members in Niagara County have worked all year to prepare their fair entries in the areas of animal science, plant science, social science, nutritional science, mechanical science and natural sciences. Home environment, consumer economics, leadership development, volunteer development, and much, much more are included as areas of 4-H topics. These young people are working hard to earn Excellent (blue), Good (red) or Worthy (white) ribbons and to earn the honor of representing Niagara County at the NY State Fair. ========================================= 2019 Niagara County Fair Thursday, August 1, 2019 10:00 am - 10:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The Niagara County Fair in Lockport, NY is the largest youth fair in the state and has something for everyone. Over 35,000 people flock to the 5-day fair to enjoy local events, live music, shows, contests, food, rides and more. If you’re looking for family friendly local events, go ahead and mark Niagara County Fair from July 31st-August 4th, 2019 down on your calendar for family fun and excitement!4-H is also a big part of the Niagara County Fair. The 4-H members in Niagara County have worked all year to prepare their fair entries in the areas of animal science, plant science, social science, nutritional science, mechanical science and natural sciences. Home environment, consumer economics, leadership development, volunteer development, and much, much more are included as areas of 4-H topics. These young people are working hard to earn Excellent (blue), Good (red) or Worthy (white) ribbons and to earn the honor of representing Niagara County at the NY State Fair. ========================================= 2019 Niagara County Fair Friday, August 2, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The Niagara County Fair in Lockport, NY is the largest youth fair in the state and has something for everyone. Over 35,000 people flock to the 5-day fair to enjoy local events, live music, shows, contests, food, rides and more. If you’re looking for family friendly local events, go ahead and mark Niagara County Fair from July 31st-August 4th, 2019 down on your calendar for family fun and excitement!4-H is also a big part of the Niagara County Fair. The 4-H members in Niagara County have worked all year to prepare their fair entries in the areas of animal science, plant science, social science, nutritional science, mechanical science and natural sciences. Home environment, consumer economics, leadership development, volunteer development, and much, much more are included as areas of 4-H topics. These young people are working hard to earn Excellent (blue), Good (red) or Worthy (white) ribbons and to earn the honor of representing Niagara County at the NY State Fair. ========================================= 2019 Niagara County Fair Saturday, August 3, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The Niagara County Fair in Lockport, NY is the largest youth fair in the state and has something for everyone. Over 35,000 people flock to the 5-day fair to enjoy local events, live music, shows, contests, food, rides and more. If you’re looking for family friendly local events, go ahead and mark Niagara County Fair from July 31st-August 4th, 2019 down on your calendar for family fun and excitement!4-H is also a big part of the Niagara County Fair. The 4-H members in Niagara County have worked all year to prepare their fair entries in the areas of animal science, plant science, social science, nutritional science, mechanical science and natural sciences. Home environment, consumer economics, leadership development, volunteer development, and much, much more are included as areas of 4-H topics. These young people are working hard to earn Excellent (blue), Good (red) or Worthy (white) ribbons and to earn the honor of representing Niagara County at the NY State Fair. ========================================= 2019 Niagara County Fair Sunday, August 4, 2019 10:00 am - 6:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The Niagara County Fair in Lockport, NY is the largest youth fair in the state and has something for everyone. Over 35,000 people flock to the 5-day fair to enjoy local events, live music, shows, contests, food, rides and more. If you’re looking for family friendly local events, go ahead and mark Niagara County Fair from July 31st-August 4th, 2019 down on your calendar for family fun and excitement!4-H is also a big part of the Niagara County Fair. The 4-H members in Niagara County have worked all year to prepare their fair entries in the areas of animal science, plant science, social science, nutritional science, mechanical science and natural sciences. Home environment, consumer economics, leadership development, volunteer development, and much, much more are included as areas of 4-H topics. These young people are working hard to earn Excellent (blue), Good (red) or Worthy (white) ribbons and to earn the honor of representing Niagara County at the NY State Fair. ========================================= Master Food Preserver Training Tuesday, August 13, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Anyone looking to learn safe food preservation techniques or strengthen their existing knowledge should take advantage of this 3-day training opportunity being offered at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County. Home Food Preservation experts, will guide participants through hands-on demonstrations of all food preservation methods recommended by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). No prior knowledge of food preservation is needed. The training includes the scientific basis of food preservation, experience in hot water bath and pressure canning, gelled products and pickling, freezing and drying, and more. This three-day workshop will be offered in the new WNY Food Incubator kitchen at CCE Niagara County. Pre- and post- testing as well as evening study are necessary. Program graduates earn a certificate of participation. Cost: The cost is $375.00 per person and includes instruction, a 265-page handbook, and lunch each day. Attendees also receive food samples prepared during the workshop.Location: 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094For more information or to register, call/email Amanda Henning at 716-433-8839 or app27@cornell.edu. $375 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Master Food Preserver Training Wednesday, August 14, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Anyone looking to learn safe food preservation techniques or strengthen their existing knowledge should take advantage of this 3-day training opportunity being offered at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County. Home Food Preservation experts, will guide participants through hands-on demonstrations of all food preservation methods recommended by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). No prior knowledge of food preservation is needed. The training includes the scientific basis of food preservation, experience in hot water bath and pressure canning, gelled products and pickling, freezing and drying, and more. This three-day workshop will be offered in the new WNY Food Incubator kitchen at CCE Niagara County. Pre- and post- testing as well as evening study are necessary. Program graduates earn a certificate of participation. Cost: The cost is $375.00 per person and includes instruction, a 265-page handbook, and lunch each day. Attendees also receive food samples prepared during the workshop.Location: 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094For more information or to register, call/email Amanda Henning at 716-433-8839 or app27@cornell.edu. $375 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Master Food Preserver Training Thursday, August 15, 2019 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Anyone looking to learn safe food preservation techniques or strengthen their existing knowledge should take advantage of this 3-day training opportunity being offered at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County. Home Food Preservation experts, will guide participants through hands-on demonstrations of all food preservation methods recommended by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). No prior knowledge of food preservation is needed. The training includes the scientific basis of food preservation, experience in hot water bath and pressure canning, gelled products and pickling, freezing and drying, and more. This three-day workshop will be offered in the new WNY Food Incubator kitchen at CCE Niagara County. Pre- and post- testing as well as evening study are necessary. Program graduates earn a certificate of participation. Cost: The cost is $375.00 per person and includes instruction, a 265-page handbook, and lunch each day. Attendees also receive food samples prepared during the workshop.Location: 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094For more information or to register, call/email Amanda Henning at 716-433-8839 or app27@cornell.edu. $375 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Growing Fruit in the Home Orchard Monday, August 19, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) This class covers the requirements for growing both tree and small fruit in the home garden. Recommended varieties, soil and cultural requirements, pruning and pest control including organic strategies will be covered. This class will be taught by CCE Horticulture Educator, John Farfaglia.This class is part of our 2019 summer gardening series. You can register for one or all classes. To register, call our office at 433-8839 or email Amanda Henning at app27@cornell.edu.Location: 4-H Training Center at CCE-Niagara. 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport NY 14094.Please call CCE-Niagara at 716-433-8839 for more information. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Pickling Vegetables Workshop Tuesday, August 27, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Learn the basics of preserving the harvest to enjoy year- round. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is offering a low-cost food preservation workshop series that will walk participants through a variety of home food processing techniques. All workshops will be led by trained Master Food Preservers and will be a combination of presentations and hands-on group learning experiences.Pickling has been a tradition in many cultures, but has been a lost art in recent times. In this workshop participants will learn the basics of pickling a variety of products.All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop. The classes will be held at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County in the WNY Food Incubator (inside the Training Center), located at 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport.Pre-registration is required and is first-come-first-serve, with a limit of 15 participants per workshop.Register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Picklingvegetables2019_229 $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Office CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be closed for Labor Day.  ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 18, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Program Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Home Composting Thursday, September 19, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Learn how to turn leaves and other garden waste into rich compost that will result in healthier soil and better plants. The basic methods and materials needed for composting will be covered. Composter plans and other handout information will be available. A Niagara County Master Gardener will lead the class.This class is part of our 2019 summer gardening series. You can register for one or all classes. To register, call our office at 433-8839 or email Amanda Henning at app27@cornell.edu.Location: 4-H Training Center at CCE-Niagara. 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport NY 14094.Please call CCE-Niagara at 716-433-8839 for more information. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, September 23, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Board meetings are open to the public. Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Pressure Canning Workshop Tuesday, September 24, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Learn the basics of preserving the harvest to enjoy year- round. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is offering a low-cost food preservation workshop series that will walk participants through a variety of home food processing techniques. All workshops will be led by trained Master Food Preservers and will be a combination of presentations and hands-on group learning experiences.Using a pressure canner is necessary when canning low acid foods. In this workshop, participants will learn how to use a pressure canner by canning a variety of vegetables. All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop. The classes will be held at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County in the WNY Food Incubator (inside the Training Center), located at 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport.Pre-registration is required and is first-come-first-serve, with a limit of 15 participants per workshop.Register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/PressureCanning2019_229 $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Office closed for Columbus Day Monday, October 14, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be closed for Columbus Day.  ========================================= Introduction to Fermentation Tuesday, October 15, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Learn the basics of preserving the harvest to enjoy year- round. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is offering a low-cost food preservation workshop series that will walk participants through a variety of home food processing techniques. All workshops will be led by trained Master Food Preservers and will be a combination of presentations and hands-on group learning experiences.Using a pressure canner is necessary when canning low acid foods. In this workshop, participants will learn how to use a pressure canner by canning a variety of vegetables. All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop. The classes will be held at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County in the WNY Food Incubator (inside the Training Center), located at 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport.Pre-registration is required and is first-come-first-serve, with a limit of 15 participants per workshop.Register here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/IntroFermentation2019_229 $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 16, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Program Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, October 28, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Board meetings are open to the public. Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Ag Committee Meetings Monday, November 4, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Ag Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Veterans Day Monday, November 11, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be closed for Veterans Day.  ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, November 20, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Program Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Monday, November 25, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Board meetings are open to the public. Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Office closed for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 28, 2019 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be closed for Thanksgiving.  ========================================= Ag Committee Meetings Monday, December 2, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Ag Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, December 18, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Niagara County ( 4487 Lake Avenue Lockport, New York 14094) Program Committee Meetings are held in the board room and are open to the public. Free Cathy Lovejoy Maloney, clm84@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 234 =========================================