CANCELLED: Eating right tastes great! Monday, February 10, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Earl W. Brydges Library, 1425 Main Street , Niagara Falls, NY 14305 Join a nutritionist at the Niagara Falls library for a hands-on nutrition workshop in Niagara Falls. January 13: Learn the basics of healthy eating according to MyPlate! We’ll make Turkey Cranberry QuesadillasFebruary 10: Learn how to measure added sugars, and what is a safe amount for you and your family! We’ll make Fruit Infused WaterMarch 9: Learn how to read a nutrition label! We’ll make Turkey Pumpkin ChiliApril 13: Learn about healthy portion sizes! We’ll make Skillet Mac n’ Cheese $0 Sarah Martin, skm99@cornell.edu, 716-299-0905 ext. 289 ========================================= Family meals made healthy & fun! Thursday, February 13, 2020 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Niagara Falls Memorial Wellness Center, 621 10th street , Niagara Falls, NY 14301 Join A SNAP-Ed nutritionist at the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center in the Wellness Connection Center. This cooking and nutrition workshop is FREE and open to the public. We will be learning how to make favorite foods healthier! In this workshop, we will be making a black bean quesadilla. Registration is suggested but not required. For more information on this workshop or other SNAP-Ed programming call 716-433-8839 ext 238.  Trisha Shea, tas282@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 238 ========================================= CLOSED for Presidents' Day Monday, February 17, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of the Presidents' Day federal holiday. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Precision Agriculture Workshop Series Tuesday, February 18, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 The educational goal of Extension is assisting producers to adopt innovative and proven technologies in crop production to enhance water quality, soil health, environmental quality, and farm profits. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be offering three sessions to help producers learn more about Precision Agriculture. They will be offered on on February 4, February 18, and March 5 from 10:00am-12:00 p.m. at the 4-H Training Center, auditorium, 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport. The first session will be a basic introduction with intermediate and advanced levels to follow in the later sessions.In this program Ali Nafchi, Ph. D., Precision Agriculture Specialist with Cornell University, will present the concepts of how Precision Agriculture decision-making tools can impact nutrient management decisions and profitability on farms. Topics include:Precision Agriculture (Introduction)Why should producers be interested in precision agriculture?Goals, key factors, information, technology, management.Components of Precision Agriculture EquipmentKey components, equipment, computer/controllers, sensors, GIS, GPS, remote sensing, satellite imagery, UAV's.Agricultural management philosophy (PA perspective)What is zone management?Best management practicesSoil and tillage managementPrecision soil sampling vs. grid samplingSoil electrical conductivity (EC) and ways to measure itSoil EC: Veris vs. EM38, EC vs. soil texture, and EC vs. yield mapsSite specific management/variable rate applicationsVariable depth tillage control, variable seeding rate, automatic section control, variable rate irrigation, and variable irrigation-based on soil textureMap PrinciplesWhy is map-making important?Yield maps vs. prescription mapsImportance of yield monitors, yield monitoring components, calibration and factors that effect on it.Introductions to NDVICharacteristic of NDVI valuesNDVI estimation and photo analysisEconomics of using precision agriculturePreferred Methodology and benefits, evalution**The sessions are free to attend but please register by calling Amanda Henning at 433-8839 ext. 231 or by emailing her at app27@cornell.edu** Free Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= 4-H Winter Mini Camp Wednesday, February 19, 2020 8:30 am - 4:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Youth ages 6-11 are invited to participate in two days of educational, hands on fun in arts & crafts, Ag. Lab, cooking, games, robotics, woodworking and more. Drop off will be between 8:30-9:00am and pick up will be at 3:30-4:00pm at the 4-H Training Center, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport. Youth will bring a lunch and water bottle for the day. To register please fill out the flyer for your child(ren) and return to Christina Wright (CCE, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094) by Wednesday, February 5 with payment of $80 per child. Online payment (PayPal) can be found on our website, checks can be made out to CCE Niagara, credit card or cash can be processed at the 4-H/Cornell Cooperative Extension Administration Office. A minimum of 15 youth is needed to hold the class with a maximum of 32. Payment is due at the time of sign up and is non-refundable unless there is a waiting list. A decision by 2/7 will be made if the mini camp has to be canceled due to lack of interest and therefore all fees will be reimbursed. Printable Registration Form $80 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, February 19, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= How much salt is too much? Thursday, February 20, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Eastern Niagara Hospital, 521 East Avenue , Lockport , NY 14094 Join a SNAP-Ed nutritionist at Eastern Niagara Hospital to learn about How Much Salt is Too Much Salt? Our nutritionist will be making a heart healthy dish that is low in calories, salt, and fat but high in flavor! This event is FREE and open to the public! See you there! Trisha Shea, tas282@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 238 ========================================= 4-H Winter Mini Camp Thursday, February 20, 2020 8:30 am - 4:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Youth ages 6-11 are invited to participate in two days of educational, hands on fun in arts & crafts, Ag. Lab, cooking, games, robotics, woodworking and more. Drop off will be between 8:30-9:00am and pick up will be at 3:30-4:00pm at the 4-H Training Center, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport. Youth will bring a lunch and water bottle for the day. To register please fill out the flyer for your child(ren) and return to Christina Wright (CCE, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094) by Wednesday, February 5 with payment of $80 per child. Online payment (PayPal) can be found on our website, checks can be made out to CCE Niagara, credit card or cash can be processed at the 4-H/Cornell Cooperative Extension Administration Office. A minimum of 15 youth is needed to hold the class with a maximum of 32. Payment is due at the time of sign up and is non-refundable unless there is a waiting list. A decision by 2/7 will be made if the mini camp has to be canceled due to lack of interest and therefore all fees will be reimbursed. Printable Registration Form $80 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, February 24, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Office Closed Thursday, February 27, 2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Due to inclement weather our office will be CLOSED today.  ========================================= CANCELLED: Understanding the new nutrition facts label Monday, March 2, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm LaSalle Library , 8728 Buffalo Ave , Niagara Falls , NY 14304 Join a SNAP-Ed nutritionist as we work together to understand the nutrition facts label on food packages. Together, we will learn to make healthier choices. We will also be making a delicious turkey pumpkin chili.  In April, we will explore healthy portion sizes and make a tasty skillet mac & cheese.All workshops are FREE and open to the public. Registration is suggested but not required. For more information on this program or other SNAP-Ed programs please call 716-433-8839 ext 238.  Sarah Martin, skm99@cornell.edu, 716-299-0905 ext. 289 ========================================= Making Healthy Taste Great! Tuesday, March 3, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Newfane Public Library, 2761 Maple Ave , Newfane, NY 14108 Join a SNAP-Ed nutritionist at the Newfane Library for a FREE cooking & nutrition workshop. You'll learn how to make healthy foods that taste great. All participants receive a sample portion of the recipe we'll make together. This workshop is FREE and open to the public. Registration is suggested but not required. If you'd like more information on this program or any other SNAP-Ed programs, call 716-433-8839 ext 238.  Trisha Shea, tas282@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 238 ========================================= Precision Agriculture Workshop Series Thursday, March 5, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 The educational goal of Extension is assisting producers to adopt innovative and proven technologies in crop production to enhance water quality, soil health, environmental quality, and farm profits. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County will be offering three sessions to help producers learn more about Precision Agriculture. They will be offered on on February 4, February 18, and March 5 from 10:00am-12:00 p.m. at the 4-H Training Center, auditorium, 4487 Lake Avenue, in Lockport. The first session will be a basic introduction with intermediate and advanced levels to follow in the later sessions.In this program Ali Nafchi, Ph. D., Precision Agriculture Specialist with Cornell University, will present the concepts of how Precision Agriculture decision-making tools can impact nutrient management decisions and profitability on farms. Topics include:Precision Agriculture (Introduction)Why should producers be interested in precision agriculture?Goals, key factors, information, technology, management.Components of Precision Agriculture EquipmentKey components, equipment, computer/controllers, sensors, GIS, GPS, remote sensing, satellite imagery, UAV's.Agricultural management philosophy (PA perspective)What is zone management?Best management practicesSoil and tillage managementPrecision soil sampling vs. grid samplingSoil electrical conductivity (EC) and ways to measure itSoil EC: Veris vs. EM38, EC vs. soil texture, and EC vs. yield mapsSite specific management/variable rate applicationsVariable depth tillage control, variable seeding rate, automatic section control, variable rate irrigation, and variable irrigation-based on soil textureMap PrinciplesWhy is map-making important?Yield maps vs. prescription mapsImportance of yield monitors, yield monitoring components, calibration and factors that effect on it.Introductions to NDVICharacteristic of NDVI valuesNDVI estimation and photo analysisEconomics of using precision agriculturePreferred Methodology and benefits, evalution**The sessions are free to attend but please register by calling Amanda Henning at 433-8839 ext. 231 or by emailing her at app27@cornell.edu** Free Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= CANCELLED: Eating right tastes great! Monday, March 9, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Earl W. Brydges Library, 1425 Main Street , Niagara Falls, NY 14305 Join a nutritionist at the Niagara Falls library for a hands-on nutrition workshop in Niagara Falls. January 13: Learn the basics of healthy eating according to MyPlate! We’ll make Turkey Cranberry QuesadillasFebruary 10: Learn how to measure added sugars, and what is a safe amount for you and your family! We’ll make Fruit Infused WaterMarch 9: Learn how to read a nutrition label! We’ll make Turkey Pumpkin ChiliApril 13: Learn about healthy portion sizes! We’ll make Skillet Mac n’ Cheese $0 Sarah Martin, skm99@cornell.edu, 716-299-0905 ext. 289 ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Monday, March 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Ag Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= Making Healthy Food That Tastes Great! Wednesday, March 11, 2020 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Niagara Hospital, 521 East Avenue , Lockport , NY 14094 Join us for a hands-on cooking and nutrition workshop at Eastern Niagara Hospital. In the cafeteria, we will be exploring how to make healthy meals and snacks that taste great! All are welcome!This program is FREE and open to the public. Registration is suggested but not required. If you are interested in this program or other SNAP-Ed programs, call us at 716-433-8839 ext 238.  Trisha Shea, tas282@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 238 ========================================= Eat Right- bite by bite! Friday, March 20, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Join a SNAP-Ed Nutritionist at DeGraff Community Center as we learn how to make simple healthy swaps. We will make a delicious (and healthy) dish that all participants can sample! This program is FREE and open to the public. Registration is suggested but not required.  If you are interested in learning more about this program or other SNAP-Ed programs, please call 716-433-8839 ext 238.  Faith Bastian, fmb49@cornell.edu, 716-299-0905 ext. 286 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, March 23, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Agribusiness Outreach Forum-POSTPONED Friday, April 3, 2020 8:30 am - 2:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, all events on CCE grounds, including 4-H programming, has been postponed until Friday, April 17th.Contact 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information.Attendees of this free event will learn more about local, state and federal issues impacting the agricultural community in Niagara County.This year's forum will contain a panel of area experts, along with several breakout sessions for more in-depth discussion on key areas including crop diversification, agritourism, labor compliance and succession planning. The forum will conclude with a Plenary Session. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with representatives and hear about key resources from local, state and federal agricultural and economic development agencies.Sign up now as space is limited. If you are involved in the agricultural community here in Niagara County, then you don't want to miss this event!8:30am: Registration/Refreshments9:00am-2:30pm: Program (lunch will be provided)Register online here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egvwonme329e2357&llr=xzmhuxcab. You can also register by calling 716-278-8760 or by emailing bonnie.satarian@niagaracounty.com.The event will be held at 4487 Lake Avenue in Lockport, in the 4-H Training Center Auditorium.Event sponsors are: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, Niagara County Center for Economic Development, Niagara USA Chamber, NCCC Small Business Development Center, Niagara County Farm Bureau, National Grid, and Nutrien. Free Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Monday, April 6, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Ag Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= CANCELLED: Understanding the new nutrition facts label Monday, April 6, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm LaSalle Library , 8728 Buffalo Ave , Niagara Falls , NY 14304 Join a SNAP-Ed nutritionist as we work together to understand the nutrition facts label on food packages. Together, we will learn to make healthier choices. We will also be making a delicious turkey pumpkin chili.  In April, we will explore healthy portion sizes and make a tasty skillet mac & cheese.All workshops are FREE and open to the public. Registration is suggested but not required. For more information on this program or other SNAP-Ed programs please call 716-433-8839 ext 238.  Sarah Martin, skm99@cornell.edu, 716-299-0905 ext. 289 ========================================= CANCELLED: Healthy Meals in a Hurry Tuesday, April 7, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Newfane Public Library, 2761 Maple Ave , Newfane, NY 14108 Do you feel like there is no time to cook or eat healthy? It can seem hard to make healthy choices when you're busy but a SNAP-Ed nutritionist can help. Join us at the Newfane public library as we learn how to make healthy choices on the go and how to prepare healthy meals in a flash! You won't want to stop at the drive-thru when you see how quickly (and cheaply) healthy meals can be made!This program is FREE and open to the public. Registration is suggested but not required. For more information on this program or any other SNAP-Ed programs, call 716-433-8839 ext 238. Trisha Shea, tas282@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 238 ========================================= CLOSED for Good Friday Friday, April 10, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Good Friday. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= CANCELLED: Eating right tastes great! Monday, April 13, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Earl W. Brydges Library, 1425 Main Street , Niagara Falls, NY 14305 Join a nutritionist at the Niagara Falls library for a hands-on nutrition workshop in Niagara Falls. January 13: Learn the basics of healthy eating according to MyPlate! We’ll make Turkey Cranberry QuesadillasFebruary 10: Learn how to measure added sugars, and what is a safe amount for you and your family! We’ll make Fruit Infused WaterMarch 9: Learn how to read a nutrition label! We’ll make Turkey Pumpkin ChiliApril 13: Learn about healthy portion sizes! We’ll make Skillet Mac n’ Cheese $0 Sarah Martin, skm99@cornell.edu, 716-299-0905 ext. 289 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, April 27, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, May 18, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Office Closed Friday, March 13, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, all events on CCE grounds, including 4-H programming, has been postponed until Thursday, May 28th.Additionally, our office is currently closed to the public unless you have an appointment. To make an appointment, call 716-433-8839 or email niagara@cornell.edu. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Farmers-to-Families Food Box Giveaway Friday, May 29, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is pleased to share that free farmers-to-families food boxes are available for the public. This is a first come, first served opportunity and there are no pre-orders or deliveries available. DISTRIBUTION WILL BEGIN AT 10 A.M. AND WILL END WHEN ALL BOXES HAVE BEEN HANDED OUT.Anyone is welcome to come and pick up a box — this is not limited to families with children.Those interested should pick up at the Niagara County Fairgrounds at 4487 Lake Avenue in Lockport, NY and be sure to please practice proper social distancing.Each box contains 20 pounds of assorted produce such as:Potatoes (1-5 pounds)Oranges (1-4 pounds)Apples (1-3 pounds)Onions (1-3 pounds)Green vegetables (1-3 pounds of broccoli, cabbage, green pepper, etc.)Carrots (1-2 pounds)Please note: CCE Niagara is grateful for this opportunity to support the community and is thankful to the United States Department of Agriculture and James Desiderio Inc. of Buffalo for helping make this food distribution possible. FREE! Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Special Meeting of the Board of Directors Friday, May 29, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Recognizing Poisonous Plants in the Garden and Landscape Thursday, June 4, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 This is the second of five classes in our Gardening Classes for Adult Education series.Protect yourself, your children and pets by knowing how to identify the most common poisonous plants found outside and in our homes. Poison ivy, giant hogweed, wild parsnip, mushrooms and various houseplants are just some of the examples to be aware of. Class is at 6:00 PM in the 4-H Training Center Large Meeting Room. Cost is $15. Registration: *Preregistration and payment required by June 1st. Registration is first-come-first-serve. Download registration form here, and mail to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY, attn.: Amanda Henning*Registration is not completed until payment is received.Checks should be made payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County.Cancellation Policy: There is a class minimum of 8 participants. If the class minimum is not met, or class must be cancelled due to unforeseen events, class fees will be refunded in full. If the class is full, your check and/or a refund check will be returned to you. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Cornell Chicken Barbecue Fundraiser Saturday, June 13, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Come and get your World Famous Cornell Chicken BBQ Dinner! We will also be selling three types of pie to support CCE Niagara.The meal would be chicken, roll, butter, coleslaw, and salt potatoes. Dinners will be $11 pre-sale(see link below) or $12 the day of. Also available will be slices ($4) and whole pies($20) of cherry, apple, and strawberry-rhubarb.Please consider adding a donation, as all proceeds of this fundraiser go to support CCE-Niagara and our 4-H Youth programming.Dinners and pies can be picked up on 6/13 between 2:00-6:00pm at 4487 Lake Avenue in Lockport, NY. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, June 22, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Farmers-to-Families Food Box Giveaway Friday, June 26, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Niagara Falls High School, 4455 Porter Road , Niagara Falls, New York 14305 We will be hosting our third Farmers-to-Families food box giveaway on Friday, June 26th, at Niagara Falls High School, located at 4455 Porter Road. The giveaway will be begin at 11:00 a.m. until all food boxes have been handed out. Our website event requires us to give an end date, so we really want to emphasize that it's WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot in line due to the high demand for food boxes. All Niagara County residents are welcome to come and pick up a free box — this is not limited to families with children. This is a first-come, first-serve opportunity, with no pre-orders or deliveries available. Only one food box will be available per household.Visitors are asked to open their trunk or their side door as they approach the designated pickup location to expedite distribution and maintain proper social distancing. ***Please note that Cornell Cooperative Extension will not be distributing food boxes on the Niagara County Fairgrounds in Lockport. All boxes will be given out at the High School.CCE Niagara is grateful for this opportunity to support the community and is thankful to the United States Department of Agriculture, James Desiderio Inc. of Buffalo, and Renzi Food Foodservice for helping make this food distribution possible. FREE! Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Night in Niagara (with live music) Friday, June 26, 2020 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Join us on Friday, June 26th at the Niagara County Fairgrounds for a family-friendly ‘Night in Niagara!’ Enjoy a drive-in concert featuring The Stoll Brothers Band with food vendors on site to provide you with a “Taste of the Fair”.Admission: $10/vehicle (limited to 150 vehicles) and/or $5 per walker/biker (limited as needed to accommodate social distancing). Cash only at admission gate. ***We are encouraging advance ticket sales; you can either give us a call at 433-8839 or drop by our administration office at 4487 Lake Ave during regular business hours.Time: Gates and Food vendors will be open from 4-8pm, and band will perform from 5-7pm.Visitors can bring lawn chairs to enjoy the concert outside of their vehicle as long as they maintain proper social distancing.The use of Face Coverings are required when waiting in food lines, using bathroom facilities, and when social distancing of 6 feet cannot be met.Bring your family and friends to the Niagara County Fairgrounds for a Night in Niagara while supporting a good cause. 100% of Proceeds go towards supporting Cornell Cooperative Extension and 4-H programming. $10/vehicle and/or $5 for walkers/bikers. Cash only Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Tuesday, June 30, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= CLOSED in Observance of Independence Day Friday, July 3, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Independence Day. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, July 8, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Niagara Falls Thursday, July 9, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Niagara Falls through the month of July. The Veggie Van will be in Niagara Falls on Thursdays throughout the summer. August and September dates and times will be updated when it becomes available.10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.: St. John de LaSalle Parking Lot, 8600 Buffalo Avenue11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Kalfas Elementary School, 1730 Beech Avenue2:00pm-3:00pm: Carolyn's House/YWCA, 542 6th Street.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Farmers-to-Families Food Box Giveaway Friday, July 10, 2020 10:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 We are hosting our fourth Farmers-to-Families food box giveaway on Friday, July 10th, at the Niagara County Fairgrounds, located at 4487 Lake Avenue in Lockport.The giveaway, which is being held in partnership with acting Sheriff, Michael. J. Filicetti, along with members of the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office, will be begin at 10:00 a.m. until all boxes have been handed out. Attendees must enter gate 1, the northern most entrance on the fairgrounds. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot in line due to the high demand for food boxes. All Niagara County residents are welcome to come and pick up a free box — this is not limited to families with children. This is a first-come, first-serve opportunity, with no pre-orders or deliveries available. Only one food box will be available per household.Visitors are asked to open their trunk or their side door as they approach the designated pickup location to expedite distribution, wear their face masks, and maintain proper social distancing.CCE Niagara is grateful for this opportunity to support the community and is thankful to the United States Department of Agriculture, and James Desiderio Inc. of Buffalo for helping make this food distribution possible. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= 2020 Amateur Pie Baking Competition Friday, July 10, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Join us for our 2020 Amateur Pie Baking Competition!This competition is open to any amateur pie baker, any age, who is a resident of New York State. No professional chefs or bakers or any other person who regularly makes pies for pay.Awards: Closed judging will take place Friday July 10, 2020. Contest results will be posted on the CCE website on July 13, 2020 and award winners will be contacted to pick up ribbons. Please note that judging is a CLOSED event but Facebook events requires us to include a date and time.Drop off Times: Thursday July 9, 8am-6pm or Friday July 10, 8am-12pm.Drop off location: 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport—CCE Administration building. Judging will be based on the following evaluation categories:pre-slice/first impressionafter slice impression,first tasteflavor/closer lookmouthfeel,crustoverall impressioncreativityCategories:CherryBerryCreamAppleSavoryGrown in NYPeachSpecialty/OtherDownload the Pie Entry FormPie Baking Competition Flyer Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Night in Niagara Drive-in Concert-Cancelled Friday, July 10, 2020 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Because of changing circumstances due to COVID-19, our upcoming Night in Niagara concert for July 10th has been cancelled. We are currently evaluating our planned summer events, and determining how to proceed with our event series while also ensuring the safety of our guests. Our food box giveaways will go on as scheduled.  ========================================= Free Online Class for Beginning Farmers in WNY Tuesday, July 14, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Attention Beginning and Aspiring Farmers in Western NY: Join a FREE class on Tuesday, July 14 designed for those who want to start or expand their agricultural business.The hour and a half long program includes 5 key tips to see success and avoid costly mistakes. Get introduced to over 20 local and national organizations and resources that support beginning farms.This virtual course will be taught using Zoom video conferencing and requires internet access.This free introductory class is brought to you by the CCE-Niagara Beginning Farmer Training Program. You must register here to gain access: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAsd-uoqDorHdXjZCKJ3rVRpGaJM43wGBFP?fbclid=IwAR3v3gkBTUhvqLe5ax-C5r8vB8hVNaPHFJzBfRPZD3LJT3BinoV9Eslpa94Farming 101: Getting Started in Western NYWhat do you need to know before you grow?When: 6:00-7:30pm, Tuesday July 14thWhere: Online | Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAsd-uoqDorHdXjZCKJ3rVRpGaJM43wGBFP?fbclid=IwAR3v3gkBTUhvqLe5ax-C5r8vB8hVNaPHFJzBfRPZD3LJT3BinoV9Eslpa94Cost: FreeAbout the Instructor: Rich Woodbridge runs the Beginning Farmer Training Program at CCE Niagara, a full-season course on growing a profitable market farming business.He is also the owner and operator of McCollum Orchards & Gardens, a diversified fruit and vegetable farm in the city of Lockport, NY. The farm has been in his family for over 190 years.Rich and his wife run a 150-member Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program and sell produce to restaurants and at local farmers markets. FREE Rich Woodbridge, rgw74@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 Ext. 240 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, July 15, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Niagara Falls Thursday, July 16, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Niagara Falls through the month of July. The Veggie Van will be in Niagara Falls on Thursdays throughout the summer. August and September dates and times will be updated when it becomes available.10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.: St. John de LaSalle Parking Lot, 8600 Buffalo Avenue11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Kalfas Elementary School, 1730 Beech Avenue2:00pm-3:00pm: Carolyn's House/YWCA, 542 6th Street.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, July 22, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Niagara Falls Thursday, July 23, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Niagara Falls through the month of July. The Veggie Van will be in Niagara Falls on Thursdays throughout the summer. August and September dates and times will be updated when it becomes available.10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.: St. John de LaSalle Parking Lot, 8600 Buffalo Avenue11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Kalfas Elementary School, 1730 Beech Avenue2:00pm-3:00pm: Carolyn's House/YWCA, 542 6th Street.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, July 27, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2020 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 The Niagara County Agricultural and Farmland Protection board will be holding a meeting on July 28, 2020 at 5:30pm in the 4-H Training Center Auditorium. If you would like to participate virtually, contact Amanda Henning via email at app27@cornell.edu for a meeting link. Before you come, please review the CCE safety requirements online at http://cceniagaracounty.org/about-us/covid-19-safety-plan or call 716-433-8839.  Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, July 29, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Niagara Falls Thursday, July 30, 2020 10:00 am - 3:00 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Niagara Falls through the month of July. The Veggie Van will be in Niagara Falls on Thursdays throughout the summer. August and September dates and times will be updated when it becomes available.10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.: St. John de LaSalle Parking Lot, 8600 Buffalo Avenue11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Kalfas Elementary School, 1730 Beech Avenue2:00pm-3:00pm: Carolyn's House/YWCA, 542 6th Street.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Cornell Chicken Barbecue Fundraiser Friday, July 31, 2020 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Come and get your World Famous Cornell Chicken BBQ Dinner! The meal consists of chicken, roll, butter, coleslaw, and corn on the cob. Dinners are $11 pre-sale or $12 the day of. Also available will be slices ($4) and whole pies ($20) of cherry, peach, blueberry, and strawberry-rhubarb.Pre-sale chicken barbecue dinners can be ordered over the phone by calling CCE-Niagara at 433-8839, or by visiting our administration office (address below).Please consider adding a donation to your order, as all proceeds of this fundraiser go towards supporting CCE-Niagara and 4-H Youth programming.Dinners and pie slices can be picked up on July 31st, from 2:00-6:00pm at the Niagara County Fairgrounds, located at 4487 Lake Avenue in Lockport. Mollie McDonough, mm2889@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 230 ========================================= WNY Home Wine Competition Monday, August 3, 2020 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 The 2020 Wine Competition is Back!The competition is open to all amateur winemakers and cider makers, 21 years and older, who are residents of New York State or Southern Ontario.Entry Drop off: July 20-30, (Monday to Friday only)Awards: Awards will be posted on the CCE Website on August 3, 2020 by 4:30pm.Entry Categories:Vinifera-WhiteVinifera-RedVinifiera-RoseHybrid-WhiteHybrid-RedHybrid-RoseNative-WhiteNative-RedNative-RoseTree FruitBerry FruitSpecialtyHard CiderView entry form for all pertinent information, including rules and procedures by visiting our website: http://cceniagaracounty.org/niagara-county-fair/wny-home-wine-competition $5 per entry Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, August 5, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, August 12, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Invasive Plants and Pests Gardeners Should Know Thursday, August 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 This is the fourth of five classes in our Gardening Classes for Adult Education series.Emerald ash borer, Japanese knotweed and giant hogweed are only a few of the invasive pests that have a negative effect on our environment. Learn what not to plant to avoid future problems and options for control of existing invasive species. Class is at 6:00 PM in the 4-H Training Center Large Meeting Room. Cost is $15. Registration:Preregistration and payment required by August 11th. Registration is first-come-first-serve. Download registration form here, and mail to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY, attn.: Amanda Henning*Registration is not completed until payment is received.Checks should be made payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County.Cancellation Policy:There is a class minimum of 8 participants. If the class minimum is not met, or class must be cancelled due to unforeseen events, class fees will be refunded in full. If the class is full, your check and/or a refund check will be returned to you. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, August 19, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Introduction to Pickling Wednesday, August 19, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 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 by making vegetable pickles. This workshop will be led by a trained Master Food Preserver and will be a combination of a presentation and hands-on group learning experiences. All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop/person. Class will be held on August 19 at 5:30-7:00pm in the WNY Food Incubator kitchen in the 4-H Training Center.Registration:*Preregistration and payment required by August 17th. Registration is first-come-first-serve. Download registration form here, and mail to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY, attn.: Amanda Henning*Registration is not completed until payment is received.Checks should be made payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County.Cancellation Policy:There is a class minimum of 8 participants. If the class minimum is not met, or class must be cancelled due to unforeseen events, class fees will be refunded in full. If the class is full, your check and/or a refund check will be returned to you. $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, August 24, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, August 26, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, September 2, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= CLOSED for Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Labor Day. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, September 9, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Home Composting 101 Thursday, September 10, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 This is the last of five classes in our Gardening Classes for Adult Education series.Compost is one of the best natural soil additives to improve your garden. Learn how to make your own by following simple concepts. Materials needed to make compost along with techniques will be discussed. Plans for basic backyard composting units will also be provided. Class is at 6:00 PM in the 4-H Training Center Large Meeting Room. Cost is $15. Registration:Preregistration and payment required by September 8th.. Registration is first-come-first-serve. Download registration form here, and mail to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY, attn.: Amanda Henning*Registration is not completed until payment is received.Checks should be made payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County.Cancellation Policy:There is a class minimum of 8 participants. If the class minimum is not met, or class must be cancelled due to unforeseen events, class fees will be refunded in full. If the class is full, your check and/or a refund check will be returned to you. $15 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 16, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= Veggie Van in Lackawanna Wednesday, September 23, 2020 10:00 am - 3:30 pm The Veggie Van is back for the 2020 market season! The Veggie Van is a seasonal mobile farmers market that provides residents of Niagara Falls and Lackawanna with direct access to fruits and vegetables.Below is the Veggie Van Schedule for Lackawanna from July 8th to September 23rd! The Veggie Van will be in Lackawanna every Wednesday.Lackawanna Schedule:10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Lackawanna Senior Center, 230 Martin Rd.1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Our Lady of Victory Services (back parking lot), 790 Ridge Rd. (rear)2:30pm-3:30pm: Taggart Park/Lackawanna Municipal Housing, 135 Odell St.The Veggie Van accepts EBT, FMNP checks, Double Up Food Bucks, and cash.All of the food sold is locally sourced from farms in Western New York. Buying locally grown produce helps support local farmers and provides environmental and economic stability. Local produce is better nutritionally because it is picked at the height of ripeness and therefore packed with vitamins. Jen Regan, jcr284@cornell.edu, (716) 299-0905 ext.285 ========================================= Canning Tomato Products Wednesday, September 23, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Summer usually brings a bounty of tomatoes. Learn how to put them up by to use in later months. Participants will learn how to can and freeze tomatoes.This workshop will be led by a trained Master Food Preserver and will be a combination of a presentation and hands-on group learning experiences. All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop/person. Class will be held on September 23 at 5:30-7:00pm in the WNY Food Incubator kitchen in the 4-H Training Center.Registration:*Preregistration and payment required by September 21st. Registration is first-come-first-serve. Download registration form here, and mail to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY, attn.: Amanda Henning*Registration is not completed until payment is received.Checks should be made payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County.Cancellation Policy:There is a class minimum of 8 participants. If the class minimum is not met, or class must be cancelled due to unforeseen events, class fees will be refunded in full. If the class is full, your check and/or a refund check will be returned to you. $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, September 28, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus Day Monday, October 12, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Introduction to Fermentation Wednesday, October 14, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 In this workshop participants will learn the basics of fermentation for home food preservation and prepare foods to ferment at home.This workshop will be led by a trained Master Food Preserver and will be a combination of a presentation and hands-on group learning experiences. All course materials are included in the workshop fee of $20/workshop/person. Class will be held on October 14 at 5:30-7:00pm in the WNY Food Incubator kitchen in the 4-H Training Center.Registration:*Preregistration and payment required by October 9th. Registration is first-come-first-serve. Download registration form here, and mail to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY, attn.: Amanda Henning*Registration is not completed until payment is received.Checks should be made payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County.Cancellation Policy:There is a class minimum of 8 participants. If the class minimum is not met, or class must be cancelled due to unforeseen events, class fees will be refunded in full. If the class is full, your check and/or a refund check will be returned to you. $20 Amanda Henning, app27@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 231 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, October 26, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Ag Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans' Day Wednesday, November 11, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Veterans' Day. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Program Committee Meeting Wednesday, November 18, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, November 23, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Friday, November 27, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 ========================================= Ag Committee Meeting Monday, December 7, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Ag Program Committee meetings are open to the public. Darlene Farnham, djf18@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839, ext.224 ========================================= Board Meeting Monday, December 14, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County prioritizes the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Due to COVID-19, board meetings are being held via Zoom until otherwise noted. If you'd like to have Zoom access for an upcoming board meeting, please email your request to niagara@cornell.edu with your name and phone number and a CCE staff member will be in touch.Contact CCE at 716-433-8839 or niagara@cornell.edu for more information. Justin Rogers, jpr237@cornell.edu, 716-433-8839 ext. 234 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Thursday, December 24, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CCE Niagara County, 4487 Lake Avenue , Lockport, New York 14094 CCE-Niagara will be closed for the holidays. Classes and workshops scheduled for our facility on this date will still be held. Marc Ducharme, mdd37@cornell.edu, (716) 433-8839 ext. 229 =========================================