Caregiver Cafe’ Support Group July - Dec. 2026 Monday, September 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Attention Caregivers! Our in-person Caregiver Cafe is for you!The Caregiver Café taking place on the second Monday of each month (with the exception of October 19th) from July through December will offer a place to connect with others and resources available through the Caregiver Resource Center and Alzheimer's Association. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their concerns and share tips on managing stress, learn about dementia and Alzheimer's, and be provided with community resources. Occasional speakers will be invited to share their expertise.Breakfast will be provided at no cost!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by grants from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program and the Alzheimer’s Association.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is an equal opportunity educator, provider and employer. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Monday, September 14, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 ATTENTION! This program has been postponed until further notice! For questions, contact the office at (845) 292-6180 or sullivan@cornell.edu.Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? Join us and bring a friend!The educational program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Join us where you’ll meet new people and: Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choicesCelebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with itDiscuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid, to stay healthyExamine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-countermedications affect older adults differently and how you can avoid problemsLearn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receiveFree giveaways for participating in the program! To learn more, register at the link below!Questions? call us at (845) 292-6180 ext. 122 or email: sullivancrc@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= CLASS IS FULL - Tai Chi Fall 2026 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Class is full! Call the office to be put on a waiting list. sullivancrc@cornell.eduTai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning August 25th and ending October 13th.This program is Tai Chi for Arthritis, Stage 2 for beginners and those with some prior experience.What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: Class is full! Contact sullivancrc@cornell.edu to be added to waiting list ========================================= Invasive Species Walking Tour at the Hurleyville Rail Trail Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Hurleyville ‐ Sullivan O&W Rail Trail, 218 Main Street , Hurleyville, NY 12747 Walk through the Hurleyville Rail Trail with Horticulture Subject Educator Katie Gasior. As a group, we will walk the trail and stop to point out and identify invasive species along the way. We will discuss why they are a problem, and ways to mitigate.Learn more about invasive species such as:  multiflora rosejapanese knotweedbeech leaf diseaseMake sure you wear appropriate footwear. Meet near the tennis/basketball courts. This grant is supported by the State’s Environmental Protection Fund and administered by Department of Environmental Conservation’s Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educator, provider and employer. FREE Katie Gasior, kmg287@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Aquatic Invasive Species in New York Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Online Event Stay informed on the aquatic invasive species that are threatening New York waterways. Horticulture Subject Educator Katie Gasior, will teach you how to identify these invasive species and management practices that are used.We will talk about several invasive species including: european water chestnuthydrillazebra musselsThis will be a webinar via Zoom. Registration required to receive a Zoom link. FREE! Katie Gasior, kmg287@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= CHANGED CRC Monthly Virtual Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, September 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event CANCELLED - New time is second Wednesday of the month at 1pm. New Zoom meeting link is available, please call 845-292-6180 ext. 122.Research shows that participation in a support group can reduce caregiver stress and improve quality of life for both caregiver and care receiver. Caregiving is stressful work that often causes people to go beyond their comfort zone. It can cause a strain on relationships and result in loneliness and isolation. Caregiving is an endless search for balance between doing too much or not enough. Caregiving can provide positive moments of joy and fulfillment, as caregivers identify skills they did not know they had.The caregiver support group is offered and hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC)’s Caregiver Resource Center (CRC). This group is intended to provide both support and offer new resources to the informal family caregiver who assists an aging, ill, or disabled adult relative or friend. Nancy McGraw, CCESC CRC Educator, facilitates meetings and provides access to various educational resources.These meetings provide an opportunity to listen, learn, and share in a comfortable space while finding assistance with caregiving concerns. The support groups offer a safe place for: Sharing feelings, frustrations, and practical ways of copingMeeting other caregivers who are in similar situations and can offer practical adviceDiscovering new information and resourcesYou can register for these meetings through the link listed below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu. Note that you can access this meeting online or by phone!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.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. The public can contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, September 17, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, September 17, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= D.I.Y. Energy Savings Session 9/18/26 Friday, September 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Western Sullivan Public Library - Tusten-Cochecton Branch, 198 Bridge St , Narrowsburg, NY 12764 Burning hydrocarbons in your home is a thing of the past; Heat Pumps can provide heating, air conditioning, and hot water, and can be 3X more efficient than fossil fuel-based systems.Register now to reserve a FREE energy kit ($45 value!) and learn how to take simple, D.I.Y. “do-it-yourself” actions to reduce energy waste and save money on your utility bills.Also covered in the session: heat pumps, insulation, incentives for home energy upgrades, EmPower+, and HEAP. The do-it-yourself energy kit includes 2 LED light bulbs, weatherstripping, door sweep, power strip, window insulation, foam tape for windows/doors, and foam outlet & switch gaskets.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educator, provider and employer. Free! Registration: https://bit.ly/EnergySavingSept2026 ========================================= Mastwood Farms Tour: Managing Water, Soil, and Slope Sunday, September 20, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Did you know, every $1 spent on upstream mitigation saves $6-$10 in downstream repair costs?Flood mitigation is cheaper than flood repair!This workshop is presented in partnership with CCE Ulster County. Walk through the farm identifying sites of concern, how they plan on managing them, and the work they will put in to manage the water and erosion on the property and all the work they've already done.Mastwood Farm received the Ulster Resilience grant and from that built a storm water embankment pond to decrease field flooding/erosion, added 10 more acres of tree crop plantings and purchased a Ventrac mower that is specialized in mowing across slopes that matches our on contour orchard design for flood mitigation. We will be touring all those elements and talking about the other tree crop systems they planted out there.Registration RequiredLearn more about Mastwood Farms here: https://www.mastwoodfarms.com/Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educatory, provider, and employer.This program is offered in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster County.This material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2024-70027-42540 & #2022-06508. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Monday, September 21, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 ATTENTION! This program has been postponed until further notice! For questions, contact the office at (845) 292-6180 or sullivan@cornell.edu.Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? Join us and bring a friend!The educational program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Join us where you’ll meet new people and: Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choicesCelebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with itDiscuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid, to stay healthyExamine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-countermedications affect older adults differently and how you can avoid problemsLearn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receiveFree giveaways for participating in the program! To learn more, register at the link below!Questions? call us at (845) 292-6180 ext. 122 or email: sullivancrc@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= CLASS IS FULL - Tai Chi Fall 2026 Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Class is full! Call the office to be put on a waiting list. sullivancrc@cornell.eduTai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning August 25th and ending October 13th.This program is Tai Chi for Arthritis, Stage 2 for beginners and those with some prior experience.What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: Class is full! Contact sullivancrc@cornell.edu to be added to waiting list ========================================= Poultry Processing Roadshow Tuesday, September 22, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Each participant will receive one bird to process and take home, gaining real experience with:Humane handling and proper dispatchingScalding and plucking using correct temperatures and timingEvisceration techniques with sanitation checkpointsChill tank management for food safetyShrink bag packaging and labelingSafe transport and storage of your finished bird You’ll leave with processing tools, a fully processed chicken that you completed yourself, and the skills to repeat the process on your own farm!There is a $25 fee to attend this class, processing tools and bird are included in that fee. You can pay that fee HERE.This workshop will also be offered on the following dates and locations:  September 17th, 5:00pm-8:00pm - Ontario County FairgroundsMore information HERESeptember 23rd, 4:00pm-7:00pm - Washington County FairgroundsMore information HERESeptember 26th, 9:00am-12:00pm - CCE St. Lawrence CountyMore information HERE $25 Michelle Proscia, mml249@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 129 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 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 at the Extension Education Center, except November.*Snow dates will be every following Wednesday.All meetings are open to the public.Further information can be requested from sullivan@cornell.edu or by calling (845) 292-6180.Board of Directors Meeting MinutesAvailable upon request! If interested, please email sullivan@cornell.edu. Tara VanHorn, tav9@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 105 Registration: https://sullivancce.org/about-us/board-governance ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, September 24, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, September 24, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= CLASS IS FULL - Tai Chi Fall 2026 Tuesday, September 29, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Class is full! Call the office to be put on a waiting list. sullivancrc@cornell.eduTai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning August 25th and ending October 13th.This program is Tai Chi for Arthritis, Stage 2 for beginners and those with some prior experience.What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: Class is full! Contact sullivancrc@cornell.edu to be added to waiting list ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, October 1, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, October 1, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Monday, October 5, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 ATTENTION! This program has been postponed until further notice! For questions, contact the office at (845) 292-6180 or sullivan@cornell.edu.Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? Join us and bring a friend!The educational program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Join us where you’ll meet new people and: Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choicesCelebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with itDiscuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid, to stay healthyExamine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-countermedications affect older adults differently and how you can avoid problemsLearn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receiveFree giveaways for participating in the program! To learn more, register at the link below!Questions? call us at (845) 292-6180 ext. 122 or email: sullivancrc@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= CLASS IS FULL - Tai Chi Fall 2026 Tuesday, October 6, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Class is full! Call the office to be put on a waiting list. sullivancrc@cornell.eduTai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning August 25th and ending October 13th.This program is Tai Chi for Arthritis, Stage 2 for beginners and those with some prior experience.What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: Class is full! Contact sullivancrc@cornell.edu to be added to waiting list ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, October 8, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, October 8, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Monday, October 12, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= CLASS IS FULL - Tai Chi Fall 2026 Tuesday, October 13, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Class is full! Call the office to be put on a waiting list. sullivancrc@cornell.eduTai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning August 25th and ending October 13th.This program is Tai Chi for Arthritis, Stage 2 for beginners and those with some prior experience.What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: Class is full! Contact sullivancrc@cornell.edu to be added to waiting list ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Caregiver Cafe’ Support Group July - Dec. 2026 Monday, October 19, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Attention Caregivers! Our in-person Caregiver Cafe is for you!The Caregiver Café taking place on the second Monday of each month (with the exception of October 19th) from July through December will offer a place to connect with others and resources available through the Caregiver Resource Center and Alzheimer's Association. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their concerns and share tips on managing stress, learn about dementia and Alzheimer's, and be provided with community resources. Occasional speakers will be invited to share their expertise.Breakfast will be provided at no cost!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by grants from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program and the Alzheimer’s Association.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is an equal opportunity educator, provider and employer. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Monday, October 19, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 ATTENTION! This program has been postponed until further notice! For questions, contact the office at (845) 292-6180 or sullivan@cornell.edu.Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? Join us and bring a friend!The educational program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Join us where you’ll meet new people and: Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choicesCelebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with itDiscuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid, to stay healthyExamine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-countermedications affect older adults differently and how you can avoid problemsLearn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receiveFree giveaways for participating in the program! To learn more, register at the link below!Questions? call us at (845) 292-6180 ext. 122 or email: sullivancrc@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= CHANGED CRC Monthly Virtual Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, October 21, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event CANCELLED - New time is second Wednesday of the month at 1pm. New Zoom meeting link is available, please call 845-292-6180 ext. 122.Research shows that participation in a support group can reduce caregiver stress and improve quality of life for both caregiver and care receiver. Caregiving is stressful work that often causes people to go beyond their comfort zone. It can cause a strain on relationships and result in loneliness and isolation. Caregiving is an endless search for balance between doing too much or not enough. Caregiving can provide positive moments of joy and fulfillment, as caregivers identify skills they did not know they had.The caregiver support group is offered and hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC)’s Caregiver Resource Center (CRC). This group is intended to provide both support and offer new resources to the informal family caregiver who assists an aging, ill, or disabled adult relative or friend. Nancy McGraw, CCESC CRC Educator, facilitates meetings and provides access to various educational resources.These meetings provide an opportunity to listen, learn, and share in a comfortable space while finding assistance with caregiving concerns. The support groups offer a safe place for: Sharing feelings, frustrations, and practical ways of copingMeeting other caregivers who are in similar situations and can offer practical adviceDiscovering new information and resourcesYou can register for these meetings through the link listed below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu. Note that you can access this meeting online or by phone!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.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. The public can contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, October 22, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, October 22, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Monday, October 26, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 ATTENTION! This program has been postponed until further notice! For questions, contact the office at (845) 292-6180 or sullivan@cornell.edu.Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? Join us and bring a friend!The educational program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Join us where you’ll meet new people and: Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choicesCelebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with itDiscuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid, to stay healthyExamine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-countermedications affect older adults differently and how you can avoid problemsLearn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receiveFree giveaways for participating in the program! To learn more, register at the link below!Questions? call us at (845) 292-6180 ext. 122 or email: sullivancrc@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Tuesday, November 3, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, November 5, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, November 5, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Caregiver Cafe’ Support Group July - Dec. 2026 Monday, November 9, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Attention Caregivers! Our in-person Caregiver Cafe is for you!The Caregiver Café taking place on the second Monday of each month (with the exception of October 19th) from July through December will offer a place to connect with others and resources available through the Caregiver Resource Center and Alzheimer's Association. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their concerns and share tips on managing stress, learn about dementia and Alzheimer's, and be provided with community resources. Occasional speakers will be invited to share their expertise.Breakfast will be provided at no cost!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by grants from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program and the Alzheimer’s Association.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is an equal opportunity educator, provider and employer. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, November 10, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Wednesday, November 11, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, November 12, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, November 12, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, November 17, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= CHANGED CRC Monthly Virtual Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, November 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event CANCELLED - New time is second Wednesday of the month at 1pm. New Zoom meeting link is available, please call 845-292-6180 ext. 122.Research shows that participation in a support group can reduce caregiver stress and improve quality of life for both caregiver and care receiver. Caregiving is stressful work that often causes people to go beyond their comfort zone. It can cause a strain on relationships and result in loneliness and isolation. Caregiving is an endless search for balance between doing too much or not enough. Caregiving can provide positive moments of joy and fulfillment, as caregivers identify skills they did not know they had.The caregiver support group is offered and hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC)’s Caregiver Resource Center (CRC). This group is intended to provide both support and offer new resources to the informal family caregiver who assists an aging, ill, or disabled adult relative or friend. Nancy McGraw, CCESC CRC Educator, facilitates meetings and provides access to various educational resources.These meetings provide an opportunity to listen, learn, and share in a comfortable space while finding assistance with caregiving concerns. The support groups offer a safe place for: Sharing feelings, frustrations, and practical ways of copingMeeting other caregivers who are in similar situations and can offer practical adviceDiscovering new information and resourcesYou can register for these meetings through the link listed below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu. Note that you can access this meeting online or by phone!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.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. The public can contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 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 at the Extension Education Center, except November.*Snow dates will be every following Wednesday.All meetings are open to the public.Further information can be requested from sullivan@cornell.edu or by calling (845) 292-6180.Board of Directors Meeting MinutesAvailable upon request! If interested, please email sullivan@cornell.edu. Tara VanHorn, tav9@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 105 Registration: https://sullivancce.org/about-us/board-governance ========================================= Bone Builders Thursday, November 19, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 This program is designed for women 65+ and men 75+, but is open to anyone!  Help maintain bone mass as you ageBuild on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossPrevent fracturesBone loss usually occurs without symptoms, so prevention is key! There will be light exercises with hand weights. Bring your own water bottle, floor mat or towel, and 1-2lb weights. This program is a collaboration between CCE Sullivan's Caregiver Resource Center and the SC Office for the Aging through a gran provided by the NYS Office of Aging, Dept. of Health. FREE! Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=248 ========================================= Bone Builders at WSPL Fall 2026 Thursday, November 19, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Jeffersonville Public Library, 9 Center Street , Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Are you looking to: Build on existing bone mass and prevent future bone lossHelp maintain bone mass as you agePrevent fracturesThen this class is for you!BONE BUILDERS is an exercise program designed to help individuals aged 65+ maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass but is open to all. Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for more than 44 million Americans, 80% of whom are women. A "silent disease," bone loss usually occurs without symptoms. People may not know they have osteoporosis until their bones become so fragile that a fracture occurs.This program will feature light exercises with hand weights with instruction provided by trained CCE Volunteer - Joy Mendelsohn, MD.This program will take place weekly on Thursdays 11 am - 12 pm, September 10th - November 19th, 2026 at the Western Sullivan Public Library Community Room in Jeffersonville.Bring a water bottle, floor mat or towel, and your own 1-2 lb. weights!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by a grant from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://wsplonline.libcal.com/event/17274639 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, November 24, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Thursday, November 26, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Friday, November 27, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, December 1, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, December 8, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Caregiver Cafe’ Support Group July - Dec. 2026 Monday, December 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 Attention Caregivers! Our in-person Caregiver Cafe is for you!The Caregiver Café taking place on the second Monday of each month (with the exception of October 19th) from July through December will offer a place to connect with others and resources available through the Caregiver Resource Center and Alzheimer's Association. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their concerns and share tips on managing stress, learn about dementia and Alzheimer's, and be provided with community resources. Occasional speakers will be invited to share their expertise.Breakfast will be provided at no cost!The Caregiver Resource Center is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County and is supported by grants from the NYS Office for the Aging’s Caregiver Program and the Alzheimer’s Association.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is an equal opportunity educator, provider and employer. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, December 15, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= CHANGED CRC Monthly Virtual Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, December 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event CANCELLED - New time is second Wednesday of the month at 1pm. New Zoom meeting link is available, please call 845-292-6180 ext. 122.Research shows that participation in a support group can reduce caregiver stress and improve quality of life for both caregiver and care receiver. Caregiving is stressful work that often causes people to go beyond their comfort zone. It can cause a strain on relationships and result in loneliness and isolation. Caregiving is an endless search for balance between doing too much or not enough. Caregiving can provide positive moments of joy and fulfillment, as caregivers identify skills they did not know they had.The caregiver support group is offered and hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC)’s Caregiver Resource Center (CRC). This group is intended to provide both support and offer new resources to the informal family caregiver who assists an aging, ill, or disabled adult relative or friend. Nancy McGraw, CCESC CRC Educator, facilitates meetings and provides access to various educational resources.These meetings provide an opportunity to listen, learn, and share in a comfortable space while finding assistance with caregiving concerns. The support groups offer a safe place for: Sharing feelings, frustrations, and practical ways of copingMeeting other caregivers who are in similar situations and can offer practical adviceDiscovering new information and resourcesYou can register for these meetings through the link listed below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu. Note that you can access this meeting online or by phone!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.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. The public can contact the office to request accommodations. Free! Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, December 22, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Thursday, December 24, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Friday, December 25, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi Winter 2026 Tuesday, December 29, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd , Liberty, NY 12754 Tai Chi is an evidence-based gentle exercise and wellness program designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, overall health, and to help prevent falls! This is a 1-hour class once a week for 8 weeks, beginning November 10th and ending December 29th.All are welcome! Any age or ability.~ Those with no experience who want to try out Tai Chi~ Those with previous experience who want a refresherRegister using the link below or by emailing sullivancrc@cornell.edu.A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Interested participants can pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website!What is Tai Chi?Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow and gentle movements with deep breathing.Tai chi helps:Increase strength, balance, and posture.Prevent the risk of falls.Improve the mind, body, and spirit.Reduce stress.CCE Sullivan is pleased to provide you with our services. Our Tai Chi program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the NYS Office for the Aging, NYS Department of Health, and your donations. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Your donations are appreciated.Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County provides equal program and employment opportunities. Contact the office to request accommodations.  A one-time donation of $25 or $5 per class is appreciated. Pay via cash, check, or card on the "donate" tab of our website. Nancy McGraw, nam247@cornell.edu, 845-292-6180 ext. 122 Registration: https://tinyurl.com/5n6mtpy4 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Thursday, December 31, 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Friday, January 1, 2027 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed 2026 Monday, January 18, 2027 8:30 am - 4:30 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.  Aaron Denman, ed468@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 =========================================