Events
Master Gardener Summer Sale
Saturday, August 8, 2020
Master Gardener Summer Sale
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4-H STEM-stravaganza Week
Sunday, August 2, 2020
Are you ready for some spectacular STEM fun?-Are you up to the challenge? (Hint: there’s going to be a challenge!) More activities to get you moving and learn some really cool things! -Be sure to register to receive email reminders and special perks. If participating, and sharing video or...
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4-H Steering Committee Meeting
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
The Monroe County 4-H team values the input of leaders, parents & members as we forge ahead with programming to support Monroe County youth and their families. As of now, we will hold all meetings via Zoom, so register at the link below!-August topics to include:Update from CCE-Monroe: COVID Pro...
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Pressure Canner Gauge Testing - Master Food Preservation
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
The home canning and preservation season will be here before you know it! Is your equipment for low-acid canning ready?Bring your pressure canners and questions to our Pressure Canner Gauge Testing session!This is a drop-in OPEN HOUSE event at the Carriage House at the CCE Monroe property (b...
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Monarch Butterfly Presentation via Zoom
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
The population of Monarch butterflies has plummeted and there are concerns that they could become extinct. This presentation will discuss the fascinating life cycle of these insects, the multiple threats to their survival, and what upstate New York gardeners can do to help their survival.Registra...
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4-H Outstanding Outdoors Week
Sunday, August 16, 2020
We’re heading outdoors this week to experience some of the fabulous things we can do and see in nature.-Ready for a snack? Learn a simple recipe to keep you moving all day! -Be sure to register to receive email reminders and special perks. If participating, and sharing video or photos of y...
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Poisonous Plants in the Ornamental Garden
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Presented by Master Gardener, John Nelson. Hosted by Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County.Many of our favorite ornamental garden plants are poisonous and some have fascinating histories!You may be surprised to learn that there are poisonous plants growing in your garden. Join us online fo...
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NYS 4-H WHEP-Xpedition
Friday, August 28, 2020
THE 2ND ANNUAL WILDLIFE HABITAT EDUCATION PROGRAM-Do you want to live the Wildlife? Then let us WHEP you into shape!MUST BE 10 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER AND MUST BE A REGISTERED 4-H MEMBER-WHEP is a knowledge competition where youth learn about different species of birds, mammals, amphibians, reptile...
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NYS 4-H Horse Program Horse Photograph Contest
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Young photographers will have an opportunity to have their original work displayed in our first-ever NYS 4-H Horse Calendar!-The subject matter must include an equine friend of any breed or size. No humans, please. The deadline to enter is September 7, 2020. - This year the photographs ...
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Famous Cornell Chicken BBQ
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County's Famous Chicken BBQ!Tickets are $10 a mealMENU: Famous Cornell 1/2 Chicken (Cooked onsite by Wilshire Caterers)Cajun CornSalt PotatoesRoll & ButterNote: Chicken, corn, and potatoes are gluten free. Meal comes with a rollOur 4-H Clubs will be sellin...
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4-H BAKE SALE at the CCE-Monroe Chicken BBQ
Saturday, September 19, 2020
SUPPORT MONROE COUNTY 4-H WITH YOUR PURCHASE!-MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERSDonate commercially prepackaged baked goods. No homemade goods or repackaging of baked goods allowed this year due to strict COVID-19 regulations. Sign-up to donate: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b084cabaf2ea3f58-4hba...
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Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall
Sunday, October 11, 2020
The Monroe County Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with the Monroe County Parks, will again lead our semi annual public tours of the historic Durand Eastman Arboretum.The routes will traverse moderate hills and wooded trails, so please dress accordingly. Tours will last 2 hours.
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Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall
Sunday, October 18, 2020
The Monroe County Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with the Monroe County Parks, will again lead our semi annual public tours of the historic Durand Eastman Arboretum.The routes will traverse moderate hills and wooded trails, so please dress accordingly. Tours will last 2 hours.
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Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall
Sunday, October 25, 2020
The Monroe County Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with the Monroe County Parks, will again lead our semi annual public tours of the historic Durand Eastman Arboretum.The routes will traverse moderate hills and wooded trails, so please dress accordingly. Tours will last 2 hours.
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Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall
Sunday, November 1, 2020
The Monroe County Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with the Monroe County Parks, will again lead our semi annual public tours of the historic Durand Eastman Arboretum.The routes will traverse moderate hills and wooded trails, so please dress accordingly. Tours will last 2 hours.
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