2026 Fall Leader Night Thursday, November 5, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wegman Lodge, Seneca Park Zoo Zoo Road, Rochester, New York 14617 All current and prospective 4-H Club Leaders are invited to an evening just for you. We'll have dinner, giveaways, club meeting resources and activities, networking, and a little bit of training--but not too much. Come learn from each other and swap your best ideas. We'll send you home with a binder full of ideas and information, and some great club activities and 4-H swag as well. You don't want to miss this one! Register by November 2 to be sure to get in on the action!  None Sara Snarr, sbs333@cornell.edu, 585-753-2568 Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd30S0eNqJlQFxa6wDiV7sIWGHwl2Eb5wiymnzC6wb1V5kgJg/viewform?usp=publish-editor ========================================= Composting in Action: Explore Different Methods! Saturday, November 14, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Thank you for registering for: Composting in Action: Explore Different Methods!We’re excited to welcome you for a hands-on exploration of different ways to compost at home!During this program, we’ll look at different composting methods and learn how they work, what materials they can handle, and what you need to get started. We’ll explore options for different spaces and needs, including traditional outdoor composting and alternatives for smaller spaces.You’ll have the opportunity to see composting in action, ask questions, and discover which method might work best for you.We look forward to learning together and finding practical ways to reduce food waste and turn everyday scraps into something useful! Please dress for the weather, as we hope to spend most part of the event outdoors.This program is FREE and fully funded by Monroe County. Registration is required.Weather cancellation: If the event needs to be canceled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, we will notify registered participants at least 2 hours before the event. Please check your email before heading to the event. In case of bad weather: ALTERNATIVE DATE: 11.21.2026 - 10AM-12M FREE Juliana Alvarado, lja73@cornell.edu, (585) 753-2557 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/reg_onsite_226 ========================================= Prevent Food Waste in Your Daily Cooking Routine Tuesday, November 24, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Winton Public Library, 611 Winton Rd , Rochester, NY 14609 We’re excited to welcome you for a practical and delicious cooking program focused on simple ways to prevent food waste at home!Together, we’ll learn how to make a simple butternut squash soup while exploring easy, budget-friendly ways to save food, make the most of what you already have, and reduce waste in your daily cooking routine.You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy a sample of the soup and pick up practical tips you can use in your own kitchen.We look forward to cooking together, sharing ideas, and discovering delicious ways to make the most of our food! FREE Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/cooking_226 =========================================