CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCTOBER 2017

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Healthy Neighborhoods Program Working with the Albany County Department of Health and the Rensselaer County Department of Health, Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County has launched the Healthy Neighborhoods Program. This free health and safety program is available to residents in targeted zip codes in Albany (12202, 12206, 12208, 12209, 12210) and Rensselaer (12180, 12182, 12144) counties. Trained Healthy Neighborhoods Program educators schedule a home visit and identify environmental hazards by asking residents questions from a standardized assessment form. Residents are educated about these concerns and provided referrals and follow up resources. Free cleaning, safety, and health products are also distributed to improve the home living environment. For more information and to schedule a home visit call 518-765-3521 or register online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/ event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201.

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Free Lead Inspections

Is Your Home Safe? Did you know that lead — a silent threat in older homes — can effect child development? Lead can poison you and your children. Children under six years of age are at the greatest risk for lead poisoning which complicates a child’s growth, behavior, and ability to learn. 90% of the housing stock in 12180, 12182 & 12144 zip codes were built prior to 1970, putting these homes at a higher risk for containing lead. Do you reside in the 12180, 12182 or 12144 zip codes? Do you reside in a home built prior to 1978? Are you concerned about your child being exposed to lead? CCE offers FREE In Home Lead Inspections. If you answered yes to any of the above questions than you should call our partner, the Rensselaer County Health Department at 518-270-2640 to see if your home qualifies for a lead inspection. All qualified inspections receive free cleaning supplies.

The Asthma Project Do you or anyone in your home have asthma? Is that person on Medicaid? If you answered yes to both questions, Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County may have a program to help you…The Asthma Project has trained educators available to identify asthma triggers in your home AND will help to facilitate simple repairs to eliminate these triggers. This is a FREE program if you qualify. If interested or if you have questions, please contact Diane at 765-3521 or by email at [email protected]

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Albany, Columbia & Greene, Fulton & Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, Washington Counties

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

OCTOBER 2017

10/5/2017

IPM In-Depth Sustainable Pest Management for Greenhouse & High Tunnel Growers - Diagnosis & Control 11:15-12:15 - Dr. Elizabeth Lamb (NYS IPM). Bring samples for us to look at under microscopes! 1:00-2:00 Biological Warfare for Aphids John Sand10:30 AM - erson. 2:05-3:05. Healthy Herbs & Vegetables: Disease Management for Greenhouse Producers Brian Eshenaur (NYS IPM) 4:15 4:30 PM 4:30 Plant Lighting: LEDs, Photosynthesis, & Beyond Neil Mattson. Pesticide Credits available for full day attendance! Categories: 10 (3.50 credits), 1a (3.50 credits), 3a (2.50 credits), 3c (2.00 credits), 24 (3.50 credits), 25 (2.00 credits). Cost $20.00 (includes lunch). Register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/IPM_in_Depth_201.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186

10/5/2017

5:30 PM 8:30 PM

Venison: Canning & Drying - Cost is $20.00 per person. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. For more information call Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga at 518-885-8995.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County 50 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020

10/5/2017

6:00 PM 8:00 PM

Pickling with a Boil Water Canner - Learn to safely pickle using a boil water canner. This is a hands-on class where participants will end up preparing a pickled product to take home. All materials and ingredients provided. Bring an apron if you like. Cost: $25.00 per person. Register online https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/boilwatercanner_210 or call 518-622-9820 x0.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia & Greene Counties 479 Route 66 Hudson, NY 12534

10/6/2017

NYSDEC-Endorsed 4-Hour Erosion & Sediment Control Course - Presented by Warren County Soil & Water Conservation Dis12:00 PM trict. Hosted by CCE Saratoga County. For registration contact Warren County SWCD at 518-623-3119. For venue information con4:00 PM tact Blue R. Neils, CCE Saratoga at 518-885-8995 or [email protected].

Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County 50 West High Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020

10/6/2017

3:00 PM 6:00 PM

Nutrition Information and Sampling - Do you like garlic? Would you like to try some new garlic-based recipes, and have a recipe card to take with you? Come and see Marybeth at the Warrensburgh Farmers' Market and make sure to bring lots of questions!

Warrensburgh Farmers Market 176 River Street Warrensburgh, NY 12885

10/7/2017

9:30 AM 12:00 PM

Master Gardeners’ Fall Plant Sales & Swaps in Hudson & Acra - Bring plant materials to donate or swap & plan to take home something new & different. Bring your own container & PLEASE label your plants as to name & color. Master Gardeners will perform pH tests on garden soil for $2.00 per sample. Time/Place: 10:00 am-12:00 noon, Extension Education Center, Hudson. Time/Place: 9:30 - 11:30 am, Agroforestry Resource Center, Acra (plant sales only – no swap). For more information call 518-622-9820 x0.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia & Greene Counties Acra & Hudson

7:45 AM 4:30 PM

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Initial Training - The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing & child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained & certified as a renovator. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ & can be faxed or mailed. Registration is also available online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201. For more info. contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

10/11/2017

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10/12/2017

7:45 AM NOON

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Refresher Training - Five years after taking the RRP Initial class, an EPA certified renovator must successfully complete an EPA RRP Refresher course to continue working. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ & can be faxed or mailed. Registration is also available online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201. For more information contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

Steinmetz Homes Community Room S120 Emmons Street Schenectady, NY 12304

10/13/2017

7:45 AM 4:30 PM

EPA’s Lead Risk Assessor Refresher - This Lead Risk Assessor Refresher training meets the education requirement for renewal of an EPA Lead Based Paint Risk Assessor license & will prepare you to apply your knowledge to the field, with real-world examples from experienced instructors. Cost is $275 & includes 8 hour training, book, continental breakfast, & lunch. Registration is available online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201. Contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

Albany Community Development Agency 200 Henry Johnson Blvd. Albany, NY 12210

10/13/2017

11:00 AM - Queensbury Wellness Fair - Come and visit the educational table at the Queensbury Wellness Fair, learning about the benefits and 3:00 PM affordability of a vegan or vegetarian diet. For more information contact Marybeth at 518-623-3291.

10/13/2017

6:00 PM 8:00 PM

Preserving the Apple Harvest - Learn about the different methods of preserving apples, including canning, jams, jellies, drying, and freezing. This is a hands-on class where participants will end up preparing a canned apple product to take home. All materials and ingredients provided. Bring an apron if you like. Cost: $25.00 per person. Register online https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/appleHarvest_210 or call 518-622-9820 x0.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia & Greene Counties 479 Route 66 Hudson, NY 12534

10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6 2017

6:00 PM 7:30 PM

Live and Eat Well with Diabetes - Learn about nutrition, meal planning, exercise, and how to understand common diabetes-related medical tests. Sessions include demonstration about how to prepare meals that are healthy and use less saturated fat, salt, and sugar without cutting taste. You’ll also have the opportunity to taste a variety of main dishes, side dishes, and desserts. CDPHP members only. To register online visit www.cdphp.com/classes or call 1-877-986-2373.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186

10/17/2017

7:45 AM 4:30 PM

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Initial Training - The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing & child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained & certified as a renovator. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ & can be faxed or mailed. NYS code officials successfully completing CCE Albany County’s 8 hour EPA RRP Initial training course can use the 8 hours toward professional development electives. Register online at https:// pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201 or contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) 431 River Street Troy, NY 12180

10/17 & 10/18 2017

6:00 PM 9:00 PM

Parenting Apart - A parent program designed specifically for parents who are separating, divorcing, or parenting apart from the other parent. The main focus is on helping parents understand what their children are experiencing and how they can help them through this transition. Pre-registration required by calling CCE Warren County 518-668-4881.

TBD Lake George/Queensbury Warren County

6:00 PM 8:30 PM

Basic Farm Business Management Planning: A Quick Overview for Success - A 2 ½ hour class on business planning and farm business management designed to help your agricultural business achieve success. We will teach you how to avoid some of the pitfalls that strike many small businesses and connect you with helpful resources, help you find out about regulations and build a business plan to attract financing. This class is approved for FSA Borrower Training Financial Credits. Please contact your FSA Credit representative for more information. Please contact Sandy Buxton at 518-380-1498/ [email protected].

Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia & Greene Counties 479 Route 66 Hudson, NY 12534

7:45 AM NOON

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Refresher Training - Five years after taking the RRP Initial class, an EPA certified renovator must successfully complete an EPA RRP Refresher course to continue working. RRP Refresher classes are 4 hours and include a light breakfast. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ and can be faxed or mailed. Registration is also available online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/ event_registration/main/events.cfm?dept=201. For more information, contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

CEO JLB Community Resource Center 2328 Fifth Avenue Troy, NY 12180

6:00 PM 9:00PM

BQA Workshop - BQA recertification is required every three years. Attendance at this workshop will recertify you for another three years. Beef Quality Assurance is a nationwide certification program to help ensure a safe, wholesome and quality beef product for consumers. Topics covered include cattle nutrition, handling, and vaccine protocols. The workshop will cover requirements 1-3 below. To be certified, producers must: Attend a BQA classroom training or complete a self-study and satisfactorily pass a written test. Attend a chuteside training. Sign a BQA Contract. There is no charge for the training but there is a $10.00 fee for the BQA manual (one per farm or family). Registration is required for a head count for dinner and the number of manuals that will be required. To register for the BQA Workshop online: http://bit.ly/2f7xFGi. For questions, contact: Hank Bignell at [email protected] or 518-649-0267.

Empire Livestock Chatham Market 2249 Route 203 Chatham, NY 12037

7:00 PM 9:00 PM

Farm Insurance Basics – What Do I Need and How Much? - Each day, farmers face various risks when operating and managing their farm. To help provide some protection against some of those risks, farmers can use insurance. Insurance Agent Michael Bruce will be discussing how you can develop an insurance package that will provide you protection at a price you can afford. From attending this workshop, you will: Gain important knowledge on what types of insurance policies you may need to help protect your business, appreciate the need to communicate with your insurance agent as your business grows or changes and Better prepared in case you do need to use one part of your insurance package. The cost to attend the workshop is $5.00 per person. Register online https:// reg.cce.cornell.edu/FarmInsBasics_201. For more information contact Tove Ford at 518-765-3518.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186

9:00 AM 11:00 AM

Chainsaw Safety Course - Chainsaws are among the most useful and dangerous outdoor power tools owned and operated by landowners. Severe injuries include deep, jagged lacerations embedding foreign substances resulting from direct contact with the chain saw; strains and sprains from improper handling; and contusions concussions and/or fractures caused by being struck by objects while cutting. Improper long term use may result in loss of hearing and diminished nerve sensitivity. To register for this class call Cornell Cooperative Extension at 518-623-3291.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Warren County 377 Schroon River Road Warrensburg, NY 12885

6:00 PM 8:00 PM

Advanced Vet Science! - Come join our new Vet Science Program! This program will introduce youth to the importance of animal health in a wide variety of species. We will hear from experts in the vet science field as well as engage in hands-on activities and learning. This is a first-come, first-served class that will only be accepting youth who participated in the Vet Science #1 class or youth ages 13 to 19. Our class will only be open to the first 20 youth. Cost: $20.00 (pre-payment is required). Register and pay online at https:// reg.cce.cornell.edu/advancedvetscience_210 or call 518-622-9820 x0.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia & Greene Counties 479 Route 66 Hudson, NY 12534

10/24/2017

7:45 AM 4:30 PM

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Initial Training - The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing & child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained & certified as a renovator. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ & can be faxed or mailed. Register online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/ events.cfm?dept=201. Contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

Center For Independence 845 Central Avenue South Building 3 Albany, NY 12206

10/24/2017

5:30 PM 8:30 PM

Preserving the Bounty: Introduction to Pressure Canning - An introduction to safe canning of low acid foods like vegetables, stews and meats. Can some soup and take some home. Fee $15. All materials will be provided. Pre-registration and payment must be received by Friday before each class. Class size limited to 12. Make check payable to CCE Albany and mail to CCE Albany, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186. Call Karen at 518-765-3552 or email [email protected] for more information.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186

6:00 PM 8:30 PM

Basic Farm Business Management Planning: A Quick Overview for Success - A 2 ½ hour class on business planning and farm business management designed to help your agricultural business achieve success. We will teach you how to avoid some of the pitfalls that strike many small businesses and connect you with helpful resources, help you find out about regulations and build a business plan to attract financing. This class is approved for FSA Borrower Training Financial Credits. Please contact your FSA Credit representative for more information. Please contact Sandy Buxton at 518-380-1498/ [email protected].

Cornell Cooperative Extension Columbia & Greene Counties Agroforestry Resource Center 6055 Route 23 Acra, NY 12405

7:45 AM NOON

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Refresher Training - Five years after taking the RRP Initial class, an EPA certified renovator must successfully complete an EPA RRP Refresher course to continue working. RRP Refresher classes are 4 hours and include a light breakfast. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ and can be faxed or mailed. Register online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/ main/events.cfm?dept=201.Contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

Albany Community Development Agency 200 Henry Johnson Blvd. Albany, NY 12210

7:45 AM 4:30 PM

EPA’s Lead Renovation, Repair, & Painting (RRP) Initial Training - The federal Renovation Repair & Painting Rule (RRP) requires that anyone who is paid to perform work that disturbs paint in housing & child occupied facilities built before 1978 be trained & certified as a renovator. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be found on CCE Albany County’s website at http://www.ccealbany.com/ and can be faxed or mailed. Register online at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/ events.cfm?dept=201. Contact Al at [email protected] or call 518-765-3529.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186

6:00 PM 8:30 PM

Basic Farm Business Management Planning: A Quick Overview for Success - A 2 ½ hour class on business planning and farm business management designed to help your agricultural business achieve success. We will teach you how to avoid some of the pitfalls that strike many small businesses and connect you with helpful resources, help you find out about regulations and build a business plan to attract financing. This class is approved for FSA Borrower Training Financial Credits. Please contact your FSA Credit representative for more information. Please contact Sandy Buxton at 518-380-1498/ [email protected].

Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 24 Martin Road Voorheesville, NY 12186

10/17/2017

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10/23/2017

10/13, 11/6, 11/18, 11/20, 12/4, 12/18 2017

10/25/2017

10/26/2017

10/28/2017

10/30/2017

Queensbury Town Office 742 Bay Rd Queensbury, NY 12804