Business Planning with SCORE Wednesday, April 25, 2018 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 A business plan is the story of your business, according to Plans & Profits LLC, and is essential to the success of every new or existing business.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) is offering two identical workshops in April and September on Business Planning, sponsored by Sullivan County SCORE. Participants starting a new business or building on existing knowledge can benefit from this opportunity.Charlene Finerty of Plans & Profits presents the ins and outs of creating a thorough business plan, discussing personal use and financial backing and financial statements, examining a business plan table of contents, and offers a question and answer opportunity. Materials will be shared with participants.Workshops are held on Wednesday April 25, 2018 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm as well as September 12 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty.Cost is $15 per person or $10 per CCESC enrollee. *Anyone can enroll in CCESC for an annual contribution of $25.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit. Program fees support the cost of instructors, refreshments, materials, and facilities. Additional donations for CCESC programs are appreciated.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow, and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.  $15 per person; $10 per CCESC Enrollee Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Youth Vet Science Series: Small Animal & Pet Basic First Aid Thursday, April 26, 2018 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Youth with an interest in veterinary science, between the ages of 13 and 18, can engage in a hands-on Veterinary Science educational opportunity this spring. Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) is offering a three-part 4-H Youth Development program series on Thursdays April 12, 19, and 26 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. 4-H programs are always open to non-members.Participants will gain basic industry knowledge of veterinary medicine techniques for college and career readiness. The workshops will take place at the Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty. April 12 | Youth Quality Assurance CertificationApril 19 | Equine Emergency & First AidApril 26 | Small Animal & Pet Basic First AidThis series is $8 per youth or $5 for 4-H members. Any Sullivan County youth ages 5-18 can apply to enroll in 4-H for free, all year long.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. $8 Per Youth; $5 Per 4-H Member Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Sullivan Renaissance Spring Market & Annual Conference Saturday, April 28, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (200 Hurd Road Bethel, NY 12720) FREE ========================================= Managing Arthritis in Older Adults Thursday, May 3, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Many older adults with arthritis face ongoing pain that can lead to depression, anxiety, or a feeling of helplessness when they are no longer able to do what they enjoy. Family caregivers could feel that they need to solve everything, when in fact what older adults with arthritis want most is to simply express their emotions of sadness and loss. Chances are, both the older adult and their family member could use some rest and relaxation.The public is invited to a web seminar on Managing Arthritis in Older Adults Thursday, May 3, 2018. Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC)’s Caregiver Resource Center offers this free program from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at its Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty. This web seminar is approved for AoTA contact hours in addition to CEUs approved for all ASA web seminars. Refreshments will be provided.Participants will be able to: Recognize the symptoms and warning signs of arthritisUnderstand how arthritis is diagnosed and treatedIdentify ways of preventing arthritisLearn tips for coping and support for sufferers and caregiversLakelyn Hogan presents this web seminar, part of the Family Caregiver Support Series, sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care®. Bee Maher will be present for a special Q and A portion after the web seminar.Lakelyn Hogan is a gerontologist and caregiver advocate for Home Instead Senior Care and a doctoral candidate at the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO), studying social gerontology. She has a master of arts in social gerontology and master’s in business administration from UNO. Lakelyn has professional experience in the private and public sectors of senior care services.This seminar is free to the public and requires five pre-registered attendees to hold the class. Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.This co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, May 10, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Second Saturdays Maker Series Saturday, May 12, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 How much do you consume? Learn to CREATEYouth & Adult Leaders: Channel your creative energies all year!(Instruction for adult and youth leaders involved in youth development project work) April 14: Simply Sewn Neck Warmers CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEMay 12: Garden Stepping StonesJune 9: Homemade Campfire MarshmallowsJuly 14: Felt Storyboards for KidsAugust 11: Artistry of Wood BurningSeptember 8: Silk Scarf DyeingOctober 13: Halloween Tin-Punch FunRegistration is required in advance.Need not participate in every program in the series.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Forestry Walk at Lemons Brook Farm Saturday, May 12, 2018 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Delaware Highlands Conservancy NY Office (120 Segar Rosenburg Road Swan Lake, NY 12783) Join Conservancy staff and Mike Fournier, the State Forester for New York Natural Resources Conservation Service, for a walk through the forest of the 119-acre Lemons Brook Farm, a protected property near Bethel, NY (and the home of the Conservancy’s New York office). Discussions will include forest health, habitat for wildlife, managing land to meet your goals and objectives, and opportunities to fund land stewardship activities.This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited and prior registration is required. Please call 570-226-3164 ext. 6 or email info@delawarehighlands.org to reserve your space and receive directions. FREE ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, May 17, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, May 18, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Annual Plant Sale Sunday, May 20, 2018 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 CCESC Master Gardener Volunteers sponsor quality plants & accessories at prices that get 2 GREEN thumbs up! Arrive EARLY for the best selection! Take advantage of: Perennials & AnnualsVeggies & HerbsHouse PlantsFree Gardening AdviceSoil Testing (pH) KitsCompost demo activitiesComposters & Rain Barrels For more information or to donate: Call 845-292-6180 | E-mail sullivan@cornell.eduIn the event of special needs, please contact the office. Affordable prices! Dayna Valenti-Gaeta, dlv45@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 112 ========================================= Composter & Rain Barrel Sale Sunday, May 20, 2018 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Conserve water, start composting, and harness the natural assets of the Catskills! ORDER IN OFFICE OR ONLINE | Makes a great gift for Father's Day! Cost is $75 each. Payment required at time of order.  Cash, check, or credit accepted online or in the office.    Questions? Contact DaynaThis fundraiser supports the CCESC Community Horticulture and Master Gardener Volunteer programs. Contact the office if you have any special needs.  $75 Each Dayna Valenti-Gaeta, dlv45@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 112 ========================================= Social Media Marketing for Beginners Tuesday, May 22, 2018 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 $15 per person; $10 per CCESC enrollees* Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Senior Exposition 2018 Wednesday, May 23, 2018 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Monticello Fire Department (23 Richardson Ave. Monticello, NY 12701) FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, May 23, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Board of Directors meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month at 6:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.All meetings are open to the public and held at the Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty.  Kaitlyn Smith, krs257@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 128 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, May 24, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Monday, May 28, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Advanced Social Media Marketing Tuesday, May 29, 2018 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 $15 per person; $10 per CCESC enrollee* Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, May 31, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Multi-Species Showmanship Clinic Sunday, June 3, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Stone Wall Farms (136 Callicoon Center Rd. Jeffersonville, NY 12748) FREE! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, June 7, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Second Saturdays Maker Series Saturday, June 9, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 How much do you consume? Learn to CREATEYouth & Adult Leaders: Channel your creative energies all year!(Instruction for adult and youth leaders involved in youth development project work) April 14: Simply Sewn Neck Warmers CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEMay 12: Garden Stepping StonesJune 9: Homemade Campfire MarshmallowsJuly 14: Felt Storyboards for KidsAugust 11: Artistry of Wood BurningSeptember 8: Silk Scarf DyeingOctober 13: Halloween Tin-Punch FunRegistration is required in advance.Need not participate in every program in the series.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, June 14, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, June 15, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= 7th Annual Caregiver Wellness Retreat Tuesday, June 19, 2018 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Frost Valley YMCA (2000 Frost Valley Rd. Claryville, NY 12725) FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well (Liberty) Thursday, June 21, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! Individuals living with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, and asthma can learn to manage their own health in the new year.Living Healthy, Living Well, a free evidence-based program from the Self-Management Resource Center, developed by Stanford University, will be held on Thursdays from May 10, 2018 to June 14.  The series is held from 5:30 - 8:00 pm each day. Refreshments will be provided.Participants are highly encouraged to attend the series in its entirety. Graduates will receive the book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” a science-informed resource for continued self-management of chronic conditions.Attendees will learn ways to reduce symptoms like pain and fatigue, get around more easily, and engage in the activities they enjoy, for an improved quality of life. Bonnie Lewis, RN of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) and Shawn Comfort of ATI will present day-to-day techniques for self-management of multiple chronic health conditions and medical recommendations as well as complimentary enhancements to traditional clinical treatments.Can't make it? Check the events listing for other offerings of this program in different areas.This program is free to the public. Registration is required in advance, online at the registration link here.This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU58DP003982, funded by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= 4-H Horse & Livestock Photo Contest Monday, January 1, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The Horse and Livestock Photography Contest is held for the Sullivan County 4-H horse and livestock programs and is divided into two sub-categories; one for standard photographs and the other for digitally enhanced or altered photographs. Each category will be judged separately and awards will be given in each category.The program objective is to encourage equine and livestock-related photography by 4-H youth who can gain confidence and develop skills. Participants will learn the value of organizing visual exhibits in an area of interest and practice how to promote awareness of the 4-H horse and livestock projects using photographic displays.The contest is free for 4-H members. *Any youth age 5 to 18 can enroll in 4-H in Sullivan County for free, all year long.Space is limited for this program and registration is required in advance. Registration can be completed by calling CCESC at 845-292-6180, emailing sullivan@cornell.edu, or using the link located on the left sidebar of this page. Additional donations for CCESC programs are appreciated.In the event of special needs, contact CCESC at 845-292-6180.  FREE to 4-H members* Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Upper Delaware BioBlitz Family Day Saturday, June 30, 2018 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Gales Property (PA Rt. 191 at the junction of PA Rt. 370 Starlight, PA 18461) A BioBlitz is an event where teams of scientists gather on a demarcated property for 24 hours to collect, identify, and catalog a single specimen of every single species they can find. The latter part of the event is open to the public for youth and their families to meet the scientists, see what they have collected, and learn more about biology in the context of the site.Families, camps, and youth groups can take advantage of a free hands-on, educational opportunity on Saturday, June 30, for all ages to experience the diversity of life on a unique piece of property in Starlight, Wayne County, PA.On Saturday, the public is invited to the Upper Delaware BioBlitz from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Gales Property owned by the Norcross Wildlife Foundation located on PA Rt. 191 at the junction of PA Rt. 370 about 1 mile south of Hancock NY, and in the far northeastern corner of Wayne County at the confluence of the east and west branches of the Delaware River, just downstream of the Shehawken access in PAFor free, families can view the specimens, meet scientists of various disciplines, and enjoy tours of the site to learn how different species live and thrive in the context of the overall property.Nine teams and sponsoring organizations will provide information and offer educational programs on their particular areas of expertise. Participants should wear comfortable hiking attire.Activities will include:Learn to take nature photos from a professional photographerTake walks with scientists to learn about flowers, bugs, and batsLearn how to draw natureEnjoy an original performance of "The Four Seasons" by  NACL TheatreMore to be announced!For more information, including directions and a map, the public can visit www.upperdelawarebioblitz.com, www.facebook.com/UpperDelawareBioBlitz, or email info@upperdelawarebioblitz.com.Teams of scientists and amateur naturalists will converge on the site on Friday to begin their 24 hour survey. The Gales Property was also the site of the 2013 Upper Delaware BioBlitz, the first BioBlitz in the region and this will be the 4th event hosted by the Upper Delaware BioBlitz Steering Committee overall. In 2013 the 9 teams of researchers collected 1,022 distinct species in 24 hours!Teams of researchers will focus on specific categories of life, including aquatic insects; birds; fish; mammals; mosses and lichens; mushrooms; plants, grasses, and trees; reptiles and amphibians; and terrestrial bugs. The scientists are asked to identify what they find down to the species level, if possible, using specialized methods. Some of this will be done in the field either by photos or visual identification. Other items will be brought back to the collection tables for further identification through careful analysis using microscopes and reference material on site.All of the data will be compiled into an inventory of species collected during the event and will be publicly available to help future scientists understand what was living on the site at this particular time, including rare or endangered species. Experts will travel from far distances to study this unique area of Pennsylvania. Upper Delaware BioBlitz participating organizations and sponsors include Academy of Natural Science, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, Delaware Highlands Conservancy, Delaware Highlands Mushroom Society, Delaware Riverkeeper Network, Friends of the Upper Delaware River, National Park Service, National Parks Conservation Association, Natural Environmental Education Foundation, Northeast Pennsylvania Audubon Society, Norcross Wildlife Foundation, Pennsylvania Native Plant Society, Sierra Club Pennsylvania Chapter, Sullivan County Audubon Society, Upper Delaware Council, and Wayne County Community Foundation. Delaware Highlands Conservancy is the fiscal sponsor for the event, and all contributions to the event through the Conservancy are tax-deductible. FREE ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Wednesday, July 4, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Second Saturdays Maker Series Saturday, July 14, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 How much do you consume? Learn to CREATEYouth & Adult Leaders: Channel your creative energies all year!(Instruction for adult and youth leaders involved in youth development project work) April 14: Simply Sewn Neck Warmers CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEMay 12: Garden Stepping StonesJune 9: Homemade Campfire MarshmallowsJuly 14: Felt Storyboards for KidsAugust 11: Artistry of Wood BurningSeptember 8: Silk Scarf DyeingOctober 13: Halloween Tin-Punch FunRegistration is required in advance.Need not participate in every program in the series.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, July 20, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Second Saturdays Maker Series Saturday, August 11, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 How much do you consume? Learn to CREATEYouth & Adult Leaders: Channel your creative energies all year!(Instruction for adult and youth leaders involved in youth development project work) April 14: Simply Sewn Neck Warmers CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEMay 12: Garden Stepping StonesJune 9: Homemade Campfire MarshmallowsJuly 14: Felt Storyboards for KidsAugust 11: Artistry of Wood BurningSeptember 8: Silk Scarf DyeingOctober 13: Halloween Tin-Punch FunRegistration is required in advance.Need not participate in every program in the series.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, August 17, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Monday, September 3, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Second Saturdays Maker Series Saturday, September 8, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 How much do you consume? Learn to CREATEYouth & Adult Leaders: Channel your creative energies all year!(Instruction for adult and youth leaders involved in youth development project work) April 14: Simply Sewn Neck Warmers CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEMay 12: Garden Stepping StonesJune 9: Homemade Campfire MarshmallowsJuly 14: Felt Storyboards for KidsAugust 11: Artistry of Wood BurningSeptember 8: Silk Scarf DyeingOctober 13: Halloween Tin-Punch FunRegistration is required in advance.Need not participate in every program in the series.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Business Planning with SCORE Wednesday, September 12, 2018 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 A business plan is the story of your business, according to Plans & Profits LLC, and is essential to the success of every new or existing business.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) is offering two identical workshops in April and September on Business Planning, sponsored by Sullivan County SCORE. Participants starting a new business or building on existing knowledge can benefit from this opportunity.Charlene Finerty of Plans & Profits presents the ins and outs of creating a thorough business plan, discussing personal use and financial backing and financial statements, examining a business plan table of contents, and offers a question and answer opportunity. Materials will be shared with participants.Workshops are held on Wednesday April 25, 2018 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm as well as September 12 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty.Cost is $15 per person or $10 per CCESC enrollee. *Anyone can enroll in CCESC for an annual contribution of $25.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit. Program fees support the cost of instructors, refreshments, materials, and facilities. Additional donations for CCESC programs are appreciated.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow, and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.  $15 per person; $10 per CCESC Enrollee Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Cornell Country BBQ & Live Auction Saturday, September 15, 2018 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm Mark your calendars to join us for a mouth-watering farm to fork dinner, live music, and the best homegrown auction experiences the Catskills has to offer. Enjoy drawings, door prizes, 50/50, locally sourced food, family-friendly fun, and more! TENTATIVE: Take out: 4 - 5:30 pm Sit down event starts: 6 pm Live auction: 6:45 pm $20 per person Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, September 21, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Monday, October 8, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Second Saturdays Maker Series Saturday, October 13, 2018 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 How much do you consume? Learn to CREATEYouth & Adult Leaders: Channel your creative energies all year!(Instruction for adult and youth leaders involved in youth development project work) April 14: Simply Sewn Neck Warmers CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEMay 12: Garden Stepping StonesJune 9: Homemade Campfire MarshmallowsJuly 14: Felt Storyboards for KidsAugust 11: Artistry of Wood BurningSeptember 8: Silk Scarf DyeingOctober 13: Halloween Tin-Punch FunRegistration is required in advance.Need not participate in every program in the series.Registration with payment is required in advance by using this online registration link. Payment can be made in advance by check, cash, or credit.In the event of special needs, the public should contact the CCESC office.Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program empowers any youth ages 5-18 to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H members have opportunities to connect to Cornell University resources and gain career readiness skills through hands-on activities and “learning by doing”. FREE Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, October 19, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Monday, November 12, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, November 16, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Thursday, November 22, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Friday, November 23, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, December 21, 2018 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Tuesday, December 25, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Tuesday, January 1, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 ========================================= Intergenerational Textile Public Group Friday, January 18, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The textile project provides a monthly opportunity to learn or work on knitting or crochet skills. Intergenerational Textile Project meetings are held the third Friday of every month, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County building.LEADERS: Marylin Jones, CCESC 4-H Community Educator and Bev Hesse, CCESC VolunteerParticipants will make one item for community service in addition to a project for themselves.  Yarn donations have been received to support the community service initiatives.In the event of special needs, please contact the office. FREE Marylin Jones, mlr34@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 111 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Monday, January 21, 2019 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road Liberty, New York 12754 The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day. Have a safe and happy holiday! Beth Johnston-Groth, bj268@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 =========================================