Story Time.... Little Friends Thursday, February 21, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Waverly Family Resource Center (460 Broad Street Waverly, NY 14892) Young children can enjoy a story, along with a craft at Inspire Community Center in Spencer. Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= Kids in The Kitchen with Waverly FRC Thursday, February 21, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm This free 6 week program is a hands on experience where children and parents have an opportunity to make recipes together.  The recipes are simple, kid friendly and low cost! These classes are brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Saturday, February 23, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, February 25, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Tuesday, February 26, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= Nutrition Exploration @ Waverly FRC Wednesday, February 27, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Waverly Family Resource Center (460 Broad Street Waverly, NY 14892) Young children can create and eat nutritious snacks at the Waverly Family Resource Center. This is  a fun and interactive parent/child activity. Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= Kids in The Kitchen with Waverly FRC Thursday, February 28, 2019 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm This free 6 week program is a hands on experience where children and parents have an opportunity to make recipes together.  The recipes are simple, kid friendly and low cost! These classes are brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Saturday, March 2, 2019 10:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= Large Motor Play Monday, March 4, 2019 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Waverly Village Hall (32 Ithaca St Waverly, NY 14892) The Waverly Family Resource Center will offer large motor play for families and their young children.  Youngsters can enjoy coupe cars, tricycles, bean bag toss and more at the Waverly Village Hall Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, March 4, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Tuesday, March 5, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= Holistic Management Discussion Group Wednesday, March 6, 2019 11:30 am - 2:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) Thinking about making some changes on the farm? Holistic Management provides a structure for evaluating opportunities and making decisions based on your core values. In this 6-month series, farm managers will: Learn and practice principles of Holistic Management.Articulate a Farm Family Goal that reflects your guiding values.Learn a holistic framework for decision making on the farm.Connect with other farmers in a supportive environment.And so much more!Sessions run from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm one Wednesday per month from October 2018 to March 2019. Located at the Tioga County CCE office in Owego, NY.Lunch is provided! $60 per person for the series. Enrollment limited to 5 farms, so sign up now! Email mkw87@cornell.edu or call 607-687-4020.--October 10: Overview of Holistic Management.November 7: Developing a Farm Family Goal.December 5: Testing decisions using a holistic framework.January 9: Developing a monitoring plan for ongoing evaluation.February 6: Mapping your future landscape. March 6: Guest presentation by a Holistic Management practitioner. $60.00/person Mary Kate Wheeler, mkw87@cornell.edu, (607) 687-4020 ext. 309 ========================================= Kids in The Kitchen with Waverly FRC Thursday, March 7, 2019 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm This free 6 week program is a hands on experience where children and parents have an opportunity to make recipes together.  The recipes are simple, kid friendly and low cost! These classes are brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, March 11, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Tuesday, March 12, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= Kids in The Kitchen with Waverly FRC Thursday, March 14, 2019 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm This free 6 week program is a hands on experience where children and parents have an opportunity to make recipes together.  The recipes are simple, kid friendly and low cost! These classes are brought to you by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Joan Shultz, jes49@cornell.edu, 607-565-2374 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, March 18, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Tuesday, March 19, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= 4-H Tractor Safety Education Saturday, March 23, 2019 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CCE-Tioga (56 Main Street Owego, New York 13827) The 4-H Farm Safety & Tractor Operator Certification Program is presented by the 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell University Cooperative Extension, Tioga CountyClass RequirementsYouth 14 years and older who plan to operate farm machinery are required by law to complete a farm safety program and receive tractor operator certification.The purpose of this program is to instruct youth in safe tractor and machinery operation to meet the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hazardous Occupations Order for Agriculture.During the educational phase of the project youth will receive instruction in the safe operation of agricultural tractors and related machinery.Certification upon completion of the instructional phase of the project will include a written examination, a tractor and machinery skills demonstration and completion of a tractor and machinery driving course.Participants must receive a minimum passing score of 70% in each test area to be issued a certificate of completion.Youth 12 and 13 years of age may participate in this program but will not be able to drive or operate tractors or equipment, nor can they receive tractor operator certification.The top six participants will be eligible to participate in the New York State 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest at the Empire Farm Days event.Enrollment„Enrollment forms can be picked up before the first class from the CCE Tioga County 4-H Office, 56 Main St., Room 109, Owego, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.„Enrollment fees are as follows:*$35.00 for non 4-H members*$25.00 for 4-H members„Completed enrollment forms, and fees are due before or at the first meeting.  Parent signatures are required.„Parents must attend the first meeting.„Participants that plan to complete enrollment forms at the first class should plan to arrive early to allow time for completing forms.„Checks must be made out to:  CCE Tioga County„Parents are highly encouraged to attend all remaining classes.„Class books and schedules will be handed out at the first class. Jody Tatich, jdt22@cornell.edu, 607-687-4020 ext 313 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, March 25, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, April 1, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, April 8, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 ========================================= PS.....It Works! Parenting Workshop Series at the Owego Family Resource Center Monday, April 15, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Owego Family Resource Center (72 North Avenue Owego, NY 13827) PS... It Works is open to all parents and caregivers with children aged 2 - 18 years. Learn and Practice 5 essential communication skills in this 8 week series. On-site childcare provided at no charge. Please register in advance with Erin at 607-687-4020 extension 323. The Owego Family Resource Center is now located in the basement of the county office building located at 56 Main Street Owego, New York. Erin Evans, eje54@cornell.edu, 687-4020 ext 323 =========================================