Marvelous Microgreens Thursday, February 27, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Helmer Nature Center (154 Pinegrove Ave Rochester, NY 14617) Microgreens are a nutritious powerhouse. They can be used as a garnish or seasoning for your wither dishes, in the smoothies and even baking. Grown them on your kitchen counter top or window sill all winter long, it is fun and super-easy - if you know how! In this class you'll learn about different seeds that can be used for microgreens and how to grow them. Participants will receive a starting kit and a simple know-how tips to start their first harvest.      Pre-registration required! Call 585-336-3035 or contact Andrea Monahan at Andrea_Monahan@westiron.monroe.edu $5 for HNC members / $8 non-members Jarmila Haseler, jh954@cornell.edu, (585) 753-2565 ========================================= 2020 Monroe County 4-H Public Presentations Event Tuesday, March 3, 2020 6:00 am - 8:00 pm CCE of Monroe County (2449 St Paul Blvd Rochester, New York 14617) The Monroe County 4-H Team is excited to welcome you to the Irondequoit Public Library to showcase your presentation skills. Each presentation will be evaluated and receive feedback about the best parts of the presentation and areas that could use some more practice. Public Presentations are a fantastic skill that you will use throughout your school experiences and into your adult career.Register HERE for the Monroe County event. Registration is open until Tuesday, February 25th.Presentations will begin at 6 p.m.. FREE Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= Saturday Morning Garden Series Saturday, March 7, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tinker Nature Park/Hansen Nature Center (1525 Calkins Rdoad Pittsford, New York 14534) January 18, 11 AM - Wetlands Presenter - Master Gardener Franz Seischab February 1, 11 AM - Olmstead and Rochester Parks Presenter - Master Gardener Bob Beabout March 7, 11 AM - Seeds: Collecting, Storing, and Starting Presenter - Master Gardener Ken Harbison March 28, 11 AM - Raised Bed Gardening Presenter - Master Gardener Jurij Kushner No Fee Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= 2020 AG LITERACY WEEK Monday, March 16, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ag Literacy Week is March 16 - March 20!How Does Agricultural Literacy Week (ALW) Work?In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities.The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week. Now in its 15th Year, Agricultural Literacy Week has helped to bring agriculturally themed books and resources into thousands of classrooms and libraries throughout New York State.Would you like to fund the purchase of one or more books?The books are $12 each and will be donated to the school library after being read. Use the book order form HERE, or contact Susan Coyle if you have questions. Donors will be recognized on a special bookplate. You may choose to have your donated book sent to a specific school, or you may volunteer to read it yourself at your local school.TEACHERS: Would you like to provide this experience to your 2nd grade classroom?The 4-H Program (offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County), in collaboration with the Monroe County Farm Bureau, will be providing volunteers to read to 2nd grade classes in Monroe County. The program lasts 40 minutes and includes a related activity after the book-reading. This program is FREE to all Monroe County 2nd grade classrooms! Click a flyer below to learn more. READY TO VOLUNTEER? Register HERE.      TEACHERS: Register your class HERE! Sponsored by:      In collaboration with: FREE to Monroe County 2nd Grade classrooms Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= 4-H Mighty Monday - MARCH Monday, March 16, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Kessler Center (402 Rogers Parkway Rochester, NY 14617) Agriculture Literacy Week!The evening will feature a reading of this year's Ag Literacy book, a visit from the new horse at ROC Animal School, including a naming contest for the horse, and hands-on learning activities connecting kids to agriculture. This program is targeted to youth in K-3rd grade. Registration required and $5 activity fee to be paid in advance of the event.This Year’s Book: Right This Very MinuteWritten by Lisl H. DetlefsenArt by Renée KurillaA table-to-farm book about food and farming highlights the story of agriculture with vivid illustrations and a community-centric storyline. Students will understand the importance of agriculture as an economic driver in communities across New York, and develop an awareness for where their food comes from and its journey.For more information on Monroe County 4-H's programming for Ag Literacy Week, click HERE.For information regarding NYS Ag in the Classroom, click HERE.PRINTABLE MARCH MIGHTY MONDAY FLYER PDF $5 activity fee Lori Koenick, lbk75@cornell.edu, 585-753-2576 ========================================= 2020 AG LITERACY WEEK Tuesday, March 17, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ag Literacy Week is March 16 - March 20!How Does Agricultural Literacy Week (ALW) Work?In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities.The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week. Now in its 15th Year, Agricultural Literacy Week has helped to bring agriculturally themed books and resources into thousands of classrooms and libraries throughout New York State.Would you like to fund the purchase of one or more books?The books are $12 each and will be donated to the school library after being read. Use the book order form HERE, or contact Susan Coyle if you have questions. Donors will be recognized on a special bookplate. You may choose to have your donated book sent to a specific school, or you may volunteer to read it yourself at your local school.TEACHERS: Would you like to provide this experience to your 2nd grade classroom?The 4-H Program (offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County), in collaboration with the Monroe County Farm Bureau, will be providing volunteers to read to 2nd grade classes in Monroe County. The program lasts 40 minutes and includes a related activity after the book-reading. This program is FREE to all Monroe County 2nd grade classrooms! Click a flyer below to learn more. READY TO VOLUNTEER? Register HERE.      TEACHERS: Register your class HERE! Sponsored by:      In collaboration with: FREE to Monroe County 2nd Grade classrooms Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= 2020 AG LITERACY WEEK Wednesday, March 18, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ag Literacy Week is March 16 - March 20!How Does Agricultural Literacy Week (ALW) Work?In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities.The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week. Now in its 15th Year, Agricultural Literacy Week has helped to bring agriculturally themed books and resources into thousands of classrooms and libraries throughout New York State.Would you like to fund the purchase of one or more books?The books are $12 each and will be donated to the school library after being read. Use the book order form HERE, or contact Susan Coyle if you have questions. Donors will be recognized on a special bookplate. You may choose to have your donated book sent to a specific school, or you may volunteer to read it yourself at your local school.TEACHERS: Would you like to provide this experience to your 2nd grade classroom?The 4-H Program (offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County), in collaboration with the Monroe County Farm Bureau, will be providing volunteers to read to 2nd grade classes in Monroe County. The program lasts 40 minutes and includes a related activity after the book-reading. This program is FREE to all Monroe County 2nd grade classrooms! Click a flyer below to learn more. READY TO VOLUNTEER? Register HERE.      TEACHERS: Register your class HERE! Sponsored by:      In collaboration with: FREE to Monroe County 2nd Grade classrooms Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= 2020 AG LITERACY WEEK Thursday, March 19, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ag Literacy Week is March 16 - March 20!How Does Agricultural Literacy Week (ALW) Work?In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities.The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week. Now in its 15th Year, Agricultural Literacy Week has helped to bring agriculturally themed books and resources into thousands of classrooms and libraries throughout New York State.Would you like to fund the purchase of one or more books?The books are $12 each and will be donated to the school library after being read. Use the book order form HERE, or contact Susan Coyle if you have questions. Donors will be recognized on a special bookplate. You may choose to have your donated book sent to a specific school, or you may volunteer to read it yourself at your local school.TEACHERS: Would you like to provide this experience to your 2nd grade classroom?The 4-H Program (offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County), in collaboration with the Monroe County Farm Bureau, will be providing volunteers to read to 2nd grade classes in Monroe County. The program lasts 40 minutes and includes a related activity after the book-reading. This program is FREE to all Monroe County 2nd grade classrooms! Click a flyer below to learn more. READY TO VOLUNTEER? Register HERE.      TEACHERS: Register your class HERE! Sponsored by:      In collaboration with: FREE to Monroe County 2nd Grade classrooms Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= 2020 AG LITERACY WEEK Friday, March 20, 2020 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ag Literacy Week is March 16 - March 20!How Does Agricultural Literacy Week (ALW) Work?In celebration of New York agriculture, volunteers throughout the state will read a book with an agricultural theme to second graders. Students and teachers will also benefit from hands-on lessons and receive follow up activities.The book will be donated to the school or classroom library with a bookplate recognizing the donor and NY Agricultural Literacy Week. Now in its 15th Year, Agricultural Literacy Week has helped to bring agriculturally themed books and resources into thousands of classrooms and libraries throughout New York State.Would you like to fund the purchase of one or more books?The books are $12 each and will be donated to the school library after being read. Use the book order form HERE, or contact Susan Coyle if you have questions. Donors will be recognized on a special bookplate. You may choose to have your donated book sent to a specific school, or you may volunteer to read it yourself at your local school.TEACHERS: Would you like to provide this experience to your 2nd grade classroom?The 4-H Program (offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County), in collaboration with the Monroe County Farm Bureau, will be providing volunteers to read to 2nd grade classes in Monroe County. The program lasts 40 minutes and includes a related activity after the book-reading. This program is FREE to all Monroe County 2nd grade classrooms! Click a flyer below to learn more. READY TO VOLUNTEER? Register HERE.      TEACHERS: Register your class HERE! Sponsored by:      In collaboration with: FREE to Monroe County 2nd Grade classrooms Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports - Air-Rifle Training Saturday, March 21, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Brooks Gun Club (962 Honeoye Falls 6 Rd Rush, NY 14543) Would you like to learn to use an air-rifle as part of the 4-H Shooting Sports curricula? We're looking for enthusiastic youth to learn air-rifle safety & usage! This is a 5-week course designed for youth ages 9 to 18.The Monroe County 4-H Shooting Sports course will take place at Rochester Brooks Gun Club in Rush, NY. The 4-H Shooting Sports programming utilizes the safe and responsible use of firearms to address youth subjects related to STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement.[All curriculum disciplines for archery and firearms are taught and supervised by New York State 4-H Certified Shooting Sports Instructors or Nationally Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors. All 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors must also adhere to the National 4-H Shooting Sports Code of Ethics. (NYS)]While the training regimen includes several disciplines, Monroe County's 4-H Shooting Sports course will focus on air-rifle training. In addition to New York State 4-H Shooting Sports training, Monroe County 4-H's Shooting Sports instructors have attended our Leadership Training and have passed background checks. Find more information on the NYS 4-H Shooting Sports website: www.nys4hshootingsports.orgRegister for 4-H Shooting Sports course – Early Spring 2020 (March-April)Register & pay for each participant separatelyParticipants must be between the ages of 9 and 18Participants will use equipment owned by the Monroe County 4-H programParticipants must attend all 5 sessionsSpace is limited to 12 participants (Please do not wait to register)Only registered participants with an adult will be admitted (no young children please)The class will be held outside so please dress in clothing that will keep you warm and dry, including sensible footwear.Deadline to register and pay: March 2, 2020. $35 course fee | $15 4-H enrollment fee for non-members Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= Refresh Your Home Inside & Out: Container Gardening Monday, March 23, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County (115 South Avenue Rochester, NY 14604) Presented by Science & History and the Arts Divisions, in partnership with the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County. Held in the Kusler-Cox Auditorium at the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County.Think you don’t have space to garden? Well, think again! Come learn how to grow beautiful flowers and tasty herbs and vegetables in containers on your balcony or patio. It’s not as difficult as you might think!Master Gardener Karen Klingenberger, from the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County, will share her tips and techniques in this one-hour presentation. Registration for this FREE program is suggested, but not required. Register for the event here or call the Science Division at 585-428-8110.The Central Library is accessible to people with disabilities. To request specific accommodations, call 585-428-8304 ten days prior to the program. Free! Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= Wake Up Your Garden Saturday, March 28, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Henrietta CountryMax (4575 W Henrietta Rd Henrietta, New York 14623) Part of the Master Gardener Speakers Bureau Series.As temperatures begin to warm, we get excited to get back out in our gardens. Join us to learn tips for getting ready to garden. Topics include tools and equipment; preparing garden beds; pruning and cutting back; lawn rejuvenation, planning spring plantings; starting seeds indoor and more.45 minute talk with 15 minute Q & A.  Free Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports - Air-Rifle Training Saturday, March 28, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Brooks Gun Club (962 Honeoye Falls 6 Rd Rush, NY 14543) Would you like to learn to use an air-rifle as part of the 4-H Shooting Sports curricula? We're looking for enthusiastic youth to learn air-rifle safety & usage! This is a 5-week course designed for youth ages 9 to 18.The Monroe County 4-H Shooting Sports course will take place at Rochester Brooks Gun Club in Rush, NY. The 4-H Shooting Sports programming utilizes the safe and responsible use of firearms to address youth subjects related to STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement.[All curriculum disciplines for archery and firearms are taught and supervised by New York State 4-H Certified Shooting Sports Instructors or Nationally Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors. All 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors must also adhere to the National 4-H Shooting Sports Code of Ethics. (NYS)]While the training regimen includes several disciplines, Monroe County's 4-H Shooting Sports course will focus on air-rifle training. In addition to New York State 4-H Shooting Sports training, Monroe County 4-H's Shooting Sports instructors have attended our Leadership Training and have passed background checks. Find more information on the NYS 4-H Shooting Sports website: www.nys4hshootingsports.orgRegister for 4-H Shooting Sports course – Early Spring 2020 (March-April)Register & pay for each participant separatelyParticipants must be between the ages of 9 and 18Participants will use equipment owned by the Monroe County 4-H programParticipants must attend all 5 sessionsSpace is limited to 12 participants (Please do not wait to register)Only registered participants with an adult will be admitted (no young children please)The class will be held outside so please dress in clothing that will keep you warm and dry, including sensible footwear.Deadline to register and pay: March 2, 2020. $35 course fee | $15 4-H enrollment fee for non-members Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= Saturday Morning Garden Series Saturday, March 28, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tinker Nature Park/Hansen Nature Center (1525 Calkins Rdoad Pittsford, New York 14534) January 18, 11 AM - Wetlands Presenter - Master Gardener Franz Seischab February 1, 11 AM - Olmstead and Rochester Parks Presenter - Master Gardener Bob Beabout March 7, 11 AM - Seeds: Collecting, Storing, and Starting Presenter - Master Gardener Ken Harbison March 28, 11 AM - Raised Bed Gardening Presenter - Master Gardener Jurij Kushner No Fee Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports - Air-Rifle Training Saturday, April 4, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Brooks Gun Club (962 Honeoye Falls 6 Rd Rush, NY 14543) Would you like to learn to use an air-rifle as part of the 4-H Shooting Sports curricula? We're looking for enthusiastic youth to learn air-rifle safety & usage! This is a 5-week course designed for youth ages 9 to 18.The Monroe County 4-H Shooting Sports course will take place at Rochester Brooks Gun Club in Rush, NY. The 4-H Shooting Sports programming utilizes the safe and responsible use of firearms to address youth subjects related to STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement.[All curriculum disciplines for archery and firearms are taught and supervised by New York State 4-H Certified Shooting Sports Instructors or Nationally Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors. All 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors must also adhere to the National 4-H Shooting Sports Code of Ethics. (NYS)]While the training regimen includes several disciplines, Monroe County's 4-H Shooting Sports course will focus on air-rifle training. In addition to New York State 4-H Shooting Sports training, Monroe County 4-H's Shooting Sports instructors have attended our Leadership Training and have passed background checks. Find more information on the NYS 4-H Shooting Sports website: www.nys4hshootingsports.orgRegister for 4-H Shooting Sports course – Early Spring 2020 (March-April)Register & pay for each participant separatelyParticipants must be between the ages of 9 and 18Participants will use equipment owned by the Monroe County 4-H programParticipants must attend all 5 sessionsSpace is limited to 12 participants (Please do not wait to register)Only registered participants with an adult will be admitted (no young children please)The class will be held outside so please dress in clothing that will keep you warm and dry, including sensible footwear.Deadline to register and pay: March 2, 2020. $35 course fee | $15 4-H enrollment fee for non-members Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= Pressure Canner Gauge Testing Thursday, April 9, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Irondequoit Library (1290 Titus Ave Rochester, NY 14617) Join us for a drop-in Open House event at the Irondequoit Public Library 1290 Titus Ave, Room 113Thursday, April 9th from 6pm-7:30pm Have your pressure canner guage checked for the upcoming canning season.Free and open to all.No registration required.   Free Andrea Lista, aml355@cornell.edu, 585-753-2559 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports - Air-Rifle Training Saturday, April 11, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Brooks Gun Club (962 Honeoye Falls 6 Rd Rush, NY 14543) Would you like to learn to use an air-rifle as part of the 4-H Shooting Sports curricula? We're looking for enthusiastic youth to learn air-rifle safety & usage! This is a 5-week course designed for youth ages 9 to 18.The Monroe County 4-H Shooting Sports course will take place at Rochester Brooks Gun Club in Rush, NY. The 4-H Shooting Sports programming utilizes the safe and responsible use of firearms to address youth subjects related to STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement.[All curriculum disciplines for archery and firearms are taught and supervised by New York State 4-H Certified Shooting Sports Instructors or Nationally Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors. All 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors must also adhere to the National 4-H Shooting Sports Code of Ethics. (NYS)]While the training regimen includes several disciplines, Monroe County's 4-H Shooting Sports course will focus on air-rifle training. In addition to New York State 4-H Shooting Sports training, Monroe County 4-H's Shooting Sports instructors have attended our Leadership Training and have passed background checks. Find more information on the NYS 4-H Shooting Sports website: www.nys4hshootingsports.orgRegister for 4-H Shooting Sports course – Early Spring 2020 (March-April)Register & pay for each participant separatelyParticipants must be between the ages of 9 and 18Participants will use equipment owned by the Monroe County 4-H programParticipants must attend all 5 sessionsSpace is limited to 12 participants (Please do not wait to register)Only registered participants with an adult will be admitted (no young children please)The class will be held outside so please dress in clothing that will keep you warm and dry, including sensible footwear.Deadline to register and pay: March 2, 2020. $35 course fee | $15 4-H enrollment fee for non-members Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Spring Sunday, April 12, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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.Meet at the kiosk on Zoo Road, next to the park maintenance center. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Vegetables: Starting From Seed & Raised Bed Gardening Saturday, April 18, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Brockport CountryMax (4875 Lake Rd N Brockport, New York 14420) Part of the Master Gardener Speakers Bureau Series.Learn how to grow your own vegetables from seeds. Topics include best practices for indoor seed starting; how to transition seedlings from indoor to the vegetable garden; vegetables to start indoors; and vegetables that can be direct sowed into the garden.45 minute talk with 15 minute Q & A.  Free Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports - Air-Rifle Training Saturday, April 18, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Brooks Gun Club (962 Honeoye Falls 6 Rd Rush, NY 14543) Would you like to learn to use an air-rifle as part of the 4-H Shooting Sports curricula? We're looking for enthusiastic youth to learn air-rifle safety & usage! This is a 5-week course designed for youth ages 9 to 18.The Monroe County 4-H Shooting Sports course will take place at Rochester Brooks Gun Club in Rush, NY. The 4-H Shooting Sports programming utilizes the safe and responsible use of firearms to address youth subjects related to STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement.[All curriculum disciplines for archery and firearms are taught and supervised by New York State 4-H Certified Shooting Sports Instructors or Nationally Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors. All 4-H Shooting Sports Instructors must also adhere to the National 4-H Shooting Sports Code of Ethics. (NYS)]While the training regimen includes several disciplines, Monroe County's 4-H Shooting Sports course will focus on air-rifle training. In addition to New York State 4-H Shooting Sports training, Monroe County 4-H's Shooting Sports instructors have attended our Leadership Training and have passed background checks. Find more information on the NYS 4-H Shooting Sports website: www.nys4hshootingsports.orgRegister for 4-H Shooting Sports course – Early Spring 2020 (March-April)Register & pay for each participant separatelyParticipants must be between the ages of 9 and 18Participants will use equipment owned by the Monroe County 4-H programParticipants must attend all 5 sessionsSpace is limited to 12 participants (Please do not wait to register)Only registered participants with an adult will be admitted (no young children please)The class will be held outside so please dress in clothing that will keep you warm and dry, including sensible footwear.Deadline to register and pay: March 2, 2020. $35 course fee | $15 4-H enrollment fee for non-members Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Spring Sunday, April 19, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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.Meet at the kiosk on Zoo Road, next to the park maintenance center. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Exploration Charter School Community Read Event Thursday, April 23, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Exploration Charter School (1001 Lake Avenue Rochester, NY 14613) FREE Susan Coyle, smc226@cornell.edu, 585-753-2567 ========================================= 2020 Gathering of Gardeners Symposium Saturday, April 25, 2020 8:00 am - 4:00 pm RIT Inn & Conference Center (5257 W Henrietta Rd Henrietta, NY 14467) The Gathering of Gardeners Symposium is a day-long event meant to inform, excite and inspire both experienced and new gardeners on various horticultural topics.The event will be held again at RIT Inn and Conference Center, 5257 W. Henrietta Rd., Henrietta, NY 14467.This year's featured speakers are Michael Shadrack (left) and Eric Hsu (right):Michael Shadrack (left) has been a member of The American Hosta Society since 1986 and is currently president of the Western New York Hosta Society. Mike has been growing hostas since 1986 and has been trying to hybridize almost as long. He and his wife, Kathy, maintain a large collection of modern cultivars at their Smug Creek Gardens.Eric Hsu (right) became plant information coordinator at Chanticleer Garden in 2011, and before that worked with some of the most prestigious woody-plant collections in the Eastern United States. Eric is a frequent contributor to "The Plantsman," the respected quarterly published by the Royal Horticultural Society in the United Kingdom.Special thanks to our underwriters Gerald P. & Karen Sue Kral and Grandpa’s Nursery & Garden Center!All proceeds of this event will be used by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County to support all of its programs.Click Here to Register Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Spring Sunday, April 26, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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.Meet at the kiosk on Zoo Road, next to the park maintenance center. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Spring Sunday, May 3, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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.Meet at the kiosk on Zoo Road, next to the park maintenance center. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Master Gardener Plant Sale at the Rochester Lilac Festival Friday, May 8, 2020 10:30 am - 8:30 pm Highland Park (180 Reservoir Ave Rochester, NY 14620) One of the ways the Master Gardeners fund their endeavors is through our plant sale offered during the annual Rochester Lilac Festival. We have a large tent at the festival located next to the "Kid Zone" on Highland Ave.Over 500,000 people traditionally attend the Lilac Festival, which offers a wonderful opportunity for Master Gardeners to connect with the community.We will be offering guidance to local gardeners, as well as plants from our gardens and from area nurseries. The sale includes a variety of annuals, herbs, vegetables, perennials, clematis, shrubs, including lilacs and hydrangeas, and garden decor. A selection of house plants is also available. Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= Market in the Park Saturday, May 23, 2020 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Warner Castle (5 Castle Park Rochester, NY 14612) Join us as we continue the tradition of the Proud Market. Market in the Park will be Saturday, May 23rd, located on the grounds of Warner Castle at Highland Park, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, rain or shine. Vendors on site to offer a variety of unique plants and garden art:Enjoy tours of the Warner Castle Gardens.Listen to mini talks on garden topics.Visit the ASK A MASTER GARDENER booth with your questions.Our mission is to bring local gardeners, both seasoned and new, together with local vendors and also introduce them to some local societies such as the Dahlia Society, Fairport Garden Club, Webster Arboretum and the Rose Society.  We will also have the usual vendors of perennials, shrubs, herbs, etc, along with garden objects and other items of interest for gardens. The Master Gardeners will be on hand with their usual “Ask a Master Gardener” booth to answer questions and helpful advice as people are doing their purchases. Interested in being a vendor? Please contact Sue Magee at scm268@cornell.edu or (585) 753-2558. Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= Master Gardener Summer Sale Sunday, June 14, 2020 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Monroe County (2449 St. Paul Blvd Rochester, NY 14617) Brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County Master Gardener Volunteers!Come enjoy a few hours in the sun (we hope!) while you browse through gently used gardening, lawn care, and outdoor-related items! Examples of items for sale include...Hand and power toolsLawn-mower accessoriesPlant cagesWatering devicesWheelbarrowsDecorative pots and basketsGarden artBird housesGently used booksPLUS, we will be selling PLANTS AT REDUCED SUMMER PRICES!Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer your gardening questions! Sue Magee, scm268@cornell.edu, 585-753-2558 ========================================= NYS 4-H STEM Camp at Camp Shankitunk Friday, June 19, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 4-H Camp Shankitunk (2420 Arbor Hill Rd Delhi, NY 13753) 4-H aims to grow the next generation of inventors, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers by giving youth plenty of opportunity to try their hands at real-world science. 4-H Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) projects give families science enrichment opportunities, and connects kids to Cornell’s science outreach programs.2020 DATE: Friday-Sunday; June 19-21; 4-H Camp Shankitunk, DelhiRegistration is required. Look for new course tracks being offered, as well as the ones listed below.ALL NYS youth ages 10 years of age and older are welcome. You don’t have to be enrolled in 4-H to participate!The cost for the weekend is $75 per person (camper/chaperone/volunteer).Camp Brochure HERE. $75 per camper/chaperone/volunteer ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall Sunday, October 11, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall Sunday, October 18, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall Sunday, October 25, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. ========================================= Durand Eastman Park Arboretum Tours - Fall Sunday, November 1, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Durand Eastman Park Arboretum (100 Zoo Rd Rochester, NY 14622) 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. There is no charge, but donations to support the Extensions Master Gardener program will be accepted. =========================================