4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, September 22, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= Giant Vegetable Weigh In Tuesday, September 23, 2025 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 Giant Vegetable participants....The weigh in will be Tuesday, September 23rd from 5:30 - 6:30pm at our office, we really hope you can attend!Make sure you bring your items to weigh/measure (giant pumpkins, miniature pumpkins, giant sunflowers).Plans right now to weigh in in the parking lot!If you have any questions please contact Sarah in the 4-H office! Sarah Clark, sac347@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 112 ========================================= Unlock the Future of Agriculture: Explore Sensor Technology for Beginners Tuesday, September 23, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 Tuesday, September 23rd6:00pm – 8:00pm, Ag & Business Center, WarsawLed by Dr. Jonathan Jaramillo, who has a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Cornell University. Dr. Jarmillo and Cornell interns will bring expertise in robotics and computer systems to Wyoming County with a focus on developing lowcost, accessible tools for growers and pre-commercial tinkerers. This interactive session will guide participants through building a low-cost irrigation pump system for vegetable/berry production applications. The program includes an introduction to soil moisture sensor technology and microcontroller-based automation, followed by a 45-minute guided build. As part of the CCE Wyoming County strategic plan, it is anticipated that future workshops will explore additional sensor technologies in agriculture. Do you have a topic suggestion—like boluses in dairy cattle or barn temperature sensors? Email us at wyomingaginfo@cornell.edu.For more on low-cost irrigation monitoring, visit: Building Irrigation Controllers - https://hortphys.uga.edu/research/building-irriga... Caron Gala, ceg256@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 x 127 ========================================= 4-H Leaders' Association Meeting Tuesday, September 23, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 Holly Harwood, hmh62@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 118 ========================================= Game of Logging Chainsaw Safety Level II Thursday, September 25, 2025 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Merle's Maple, 1884 Route 98 , Attica, NY 14011 Discounted Cost: $75.00Session will be offered at ½ price with CCE Wyoming covering the balance.Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County will host Game of Logging Training Chainsaw Safety - Level 2. The Game of Logging (GOL) is widely acknowledged as the premier chainsaw safety and productivity training program in the country, offering hands on chainsaw safety training in a competitive environment. LEVEL 2 focuses on maximizing chainsaw performance through basic maintenance, carburetor setting, and filing techniques. Limbing and bucking techniques are introduced, spring pole cutting is covered, and more felling is practiced. Instructor: Bill Lindloff of ProcutsPre- Registration is required by calling CCE Wyoming County at 585-786-2251 or email wyomingcountycce@cornell.edu. Caron Gala, ceg256@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 x 127 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/GOLChainsawLevel2_256 ========================================= Caprine Kids - County Wide Goat Club Thursday, October 9, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 Stephanie Czerniak, sal294@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 115 ========================================= National 4-H Week Sunday, October 5, 2025 12:00 am - 11:45 pm “Beyond Ready”National 4-H Week is a time to celebrate 4-H and spread the word about Cornell Cooperative Extension’s exciting 4-H Youth Development Program. This year's theme is “Beyond Ready”; to prepare youth for the future, equipping them with essential skills and experiences to become their authentic selves in a changing world. Help us promote right here in Wyoming County by participating in one of the contests listed below! These contests provide a great project for you individually or your club to work on as you re-organize for the upcoming 4-H year! Participate in one or all of the following activities during 4-H week. The contests provide an opportunity for you to express your ideas on what 4-H means to you. The awards for each contest will be announced in the next 4-H News.4-H SECRETARY BOOK CONTESTClub secretary should deliver the completed book to the 4-H office by Friday, October 10TH.All books will be judged and given a ribbon. The top 3 blue ribbon books will receive $15.00, $12.50, and $10.00 respectively. DISPLAY CONTEST1.Must be in Wyoming County store or business window, school, or bank- some place where it will be seen by the public.2.Must pertain to current theme- "Beyond Ready"3.Must include club name and National 4-H Week dates, October 5-11, 2025.4.If using any food or live plant material in display, it should look well all week. 5.Must be in place by 6:00 p.m. October 5th and remain in place through Saturday, October 18th (almost 2 weeks). ** Be sure to notify the 4-H office by Tuesday, October 7th regarding the location of the exhibit.(585-786-2251)Awards for the display will be blue awards- $20.00, Red awards- $17.50.In addition-- 1st, 2nd and 3rd blues will receive an additional $10.00, $9.00, and $8.00 respectively. ESSAY CONTEST1. Topic: “Beyond Ready”2. Awards will be offered in 3 age categories: a.) Ages 8-11, essay must be at least 50 words.b.) Ages 12-15, essay must be at least 150 wordsc.) Ages 16 and older, essay must be at least 250 words. 3. Essays must be written, typed, or printed neatly so they can be easily read. ** Essays are due by Friday, October 10th at the 4-H Office, 36 Center Street, Suite B, Warsaw for judging. Blues- $8.00, Reds- $7.00, & Whites- $6.00.The 1st blue in each group will receive $10.00, 2nd blue- $9.00, 3rd blue- $8.00.POSTER CONTEST1. One poster per club.(Poster should not be part of “display contest.”)2. Posters must be 22" by 28" 3. Poster must include the following information: a.) National 4-H Week dates- October 5-11, 2025b.) 4-H Club namec.) Subject matter & title on poster is optional, but should encourage youth & adults to join 4-H. Try incorporating this year’s theme: “Beyond Ready”4. Make posters colorful, visible across a large room, with neatly printed words. One idea is best. Any media may be used: paint, magic markers, etc. 5. Poster must be in place by 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 5th.6. Poster should be placed where it will attract the most attention. Example: store windows, banks, dairy bars, gas stations, etc. ** Be sure to notify the 4-H office by Tuesday, October 7th as to where the posters are placed, (585-786-2251). Posters will need to be picked up by Friday, October 17th and returned to the 4-H office for judging. Please ask the storekeeper to save the poster until pick it up!All posters will receive a ribbon and cash incentive. All blue ribbons will receive $8.00, red ribbons $7.00, and white $6.00.In addition, the first blue will receive $10.00, second blue $9.00, and third blue $8.00. LETTER TO THE EDITOR CONTEST1.Topic: “Beyond Ready”2.Letters must be printed in local newspapers (Batavia Daily, Country Courier, Arcade Herald, Perry Herald) during National 4-H Week.3.Notify the 4-H Office that you have submitted a Letter to the Editor4.Prizes: Blues - $8.00, Reds - $7.00, & Whites - $6.00. The 1st blue in each group will receive $10.00, 2nd blue - $9.00, 3rd blue- $8.00. ========================================= NWNY Team Presents: Dairy Bovine Reproduction and Artificial Insemination Training Course en Espanol Tuesday, October 14, 2025 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Join us for a two-day workshop with hands-on training that will be offered in Spanish in cooperation with Javier Cheang from Genex Cooperative Inc. This program will be specifically targeted towards dairy farmers and farmworkers who are looking to learn to breed cows.Space is limited! Pre-registration is required and walk-in's will not be accepted. Topics to be covered: Bovine reproductive anatomy and physiologyHeat detectionArtificial insemination techniquesProper semen thawingLoading artificial insemination gunsBreeding cows (hands-on practice)Cost: $250 per person, all materials and lunch are includedTo Register: STAY TUNEDFor more info, please contact: Margaret Quaassdorff; maq27@cornell.edu; 585-405-2567Note: The cost for this course will increase starting in 2026. $250 per person ========================================= NWNY Team Presents: Dairy Bovine Reproduction and Artificial Insemination Training Course en Espanol Wednesday, October 15, 2025 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Join us for a two-day workshop with hands-on training that will be offered in Spanish in cooperation with Javier Cheang from Genex Cooperative Inc. This program will be specifically targeted towards dairy farmers and farmworkers who are looking to learn to breed cows.Space is limited! Pre-registration is required and walk-in's will not be accepted. Topics to be covered: Bovine reproductive anatomy and physiologyHeat detectionArtificial insemination techniquesProper semen thawingLoading artificial insemination gunsBreeding cows (hands-on practice)Cost: $250 per person, all materials and lunch are includedTo Register: STAY TUNEDFor more info, please contact: Margaret Quaassdorff; maq27@cornell.edu; 585-405-2567Note: The cost for this course will increase starting in 2026. $250 per person ========================================= CCE Wyoming Annual Meeting Wednesday, October 15, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm More information to follow ========================================= Wyoming County Beekeeper Club Thursday, October 16, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 The public is welcome to join the Wyoming County, NY Beekeeper Club by registering here for the 2025 program year. You may register anytime during the year. All events are at Wyoming County Ag & Business Center - 36 Center Street, Warsaw, Learning Center Room 1Anticipated events:Aug. 5 (Tues)* 5:00–6:30 PM Honey Production & Fair PrepSept. 16 (Tues) 5:00–6:30 PM Preparing Your Hives for WinterOct. 16 (Thurs.) 4:00–5:30 PM CCE Wyoming County Annual MeetingNov. 18 (Tues) 5:00–7:00 PM Beekeeping Products and Art Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=beekeeper-WYCO-2025_256 ========================================= Hands-On Maple Tubing Event Thursday, October 23, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Don Gasiewicz, drg35@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 113 ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, October 27, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= NWNY Presents: Inaugural New York State Agritourism Conference Monday, November 10, 2025 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway Entrance , Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 The first-ever New York State Agritourism Conference, hosted by the CCE Agritourism Program Work Team, is designed to support farms in growing successful visitor experiences. This statewide gathering will feature expert-led sessions, peer networking, and practical tools to help farms expand direct sales, education, hospitality, and entertainment offerings.While geared towards NYS farms looking to start or expand their agritourism operation, the conference is open to educators, public officials, and tourism industry professional who want to learn more about supporting agritourism in NYS.Date: November 10: A full day of educational sessions targeted at beginning or experienced agritourism operators.    November 11: A half-day, interactive networking session with fellow attendees.Location: Saratoga Springs City Center; 522 Broadway Entrance, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866Conference Website for schedule and registration: https://ccebroome.my.canva.site/2025-nys-agritourism-conference#homeFor more info, please contact: lep67@cornell.edu ========================================= NWNY Presents: Inaugural New York State Agritourism Conference Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway Entrance , Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 The first-ever New York State Agritourism Conference, hosted by the CCE Agritourism Program Work Team, is designed to support farms in growing successful visitor experiences. This statewide gathering will feature expert-led sessions, peer networking, and practical tools to help farms expand direct sales, education, hospitality, and entertainment offerings.While geared towards NYS farms looking to start or expand their agritourism operation, the conference is open to educators, public officials, and tourism industry professional who want to learn more about supporting agritourism in NYS.Date: November 10: A full day of educational sessions targeted at beginning or experienced agritourism operators.    November 11: A half-day, interactive networking session with fellow attendees.Location: Saratoga Springs City Center; 522 Broadway Entrance, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866Conference Website for schedule and registration: https://ccebroome.my.canva.site/2025-nys-agritourism-conference#homeFor more info, please contact: lep67@cornell.edu ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans Day Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County, 36 Center Street, Suite B , Warsaw, NY 14569 ========================================= Caprine Kids - County Wide Goat Club Thursday, November 13, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 Stephanie Czerniak, sal294@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 115 ========================================= FarmMedic/NYCAMH Training Saturday, November 15, 2025 8:30 am - 4:00 pm The National FARMEDIC Training Program is a two-day program designed to bring the hazards associated with Agricultural Based emergency calls to light for first responders. The course includes classroom instruction, farm and industry related tours, as well as a hands-on portion where first responders get to put into action the lessons learned in the classroom.Please note that Pre-Registration is required. Class size is limited. Requirements: Each student will need to bring a full set of turn out gear or extrication PPE to this course. Participants that show up without appropriate gear will not be allowed to participate in the hands-on evolutions.  Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/farmedic_november_256 ========================================= FarmMedic/NYCAMH Training Sunday, November 16, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm The National FARMEDIC Training Program is a two-day program designed to bring the hazards associated with Agricultural Based emergency calls to light for first responders. The course includes classroom instruction, farm and industry related tours, as well as a hands-on portion where first responders get to put into action the lessons learned in the classroom.Please note that Pre-Registration is required. Class size is limited. Requirements: Each student will need to bring a full set of turn out gear or extrication PPE to this course. Participants that show up without appropriate gear will not be allowed to participate in the hands-on evolutions.  Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/farmedic_november_256 ========================================= Wyoming County Beekeeper Club Tuesday, November 18, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 The public is welcome to join the Wyoming County, NY Beekeeper Club by registering here for the 2025 program year. You may register anytime during the year. All events are at Wyoming County Ag & Business Center - 36 Center Street, Warsaw, Learning Center Room 1Anticipated events:Aug. 5 (Tues)* 5:00–6:30 PM Honey Production & Fair PrepSept. 16 (Tues) 5:00–6:30 PM Preparing Your Hives for WinterOct. 16 (Thurs.) 4:00–5:30 PM CCE Wyoming County Annual MeetingNov. 18 (Tues) 5:00–7:00 PM Beekeeping Products and Art Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=beekeeper-WYCO-2025_256 ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, November 24, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 27, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County, 36 Center Street, Suite B , Warsaw, NY 14569 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Friday, November 28, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County, 36 Center Street, Suite B , Warsaw, NY 14569 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. ========================================= Caprine Kids - County Wide Goat Club Thursday, December 11, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 Stephanie Czerniak, sal294@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 115 ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, December 22, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Thursday, December 25, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County, 36 Center Street, Suite B , Warsaw, NY 14569 ========================================= NWNY Team Presents: Corn Congress Wednesday, January 14, 2026 8:30 am - 3:30 pm SAVE THE DATE ========================================= 4-H PRODUCED IN NYS FOODS CONTEST Saturday, January 17, 2026 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 - SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026 -8:30AM, Ag & Business Center Come participate in this year’s Produced in New York Foods Contest at the Ag & Business Center. Registration and set up will start at 8:30AM. The contest will begin at 9AMAge categories (as of 1/1/26)Cloverbuds: 5 - 7 years oldJuniors: 8 - 12 years oldSeniors:13 - 19 years oldThe major ingredient of the recipe must feature a product grown or produced in NY State - such as fruits, vegetables, dairy or meat. Participants should consider U.S. dietary guidelines when selecting their recipes. *Please note Cloverbud recipes must be approved for appropriate skill level upon registration. During the silent demonstration 4-H’ers are judged on organization, neatness, proper use of equipment and manner of preparing the food. The finished product is judged on nutritional value, appearance and taste! This is your chance to be creative and have fun at the same time!Gifts for all!! Winners of the contest will also be invited to prepare their recipes at the 2024 New York State Fair in Syracuse!  Sarah Clark, sac347@cornell.edu, 585-786-2251 ext 112 ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, January 26, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= NWNY Team Presents: Soybean and Small Grain Congress Wednesday, February 11, 2026 8:30 am - 3:30 pm SAVE THE DATE! ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, February 23, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, March 23, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, April 27, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, May 18, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= Closed in observation of Juneteenth Friday, June 19, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, June 22, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. ========================================= 4-H Master Builders (Lego) Club Meeting Monday, July 27, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Agriculture & Business Center, 36 Center Street , Warsaw, NY 14569 4-H Master Builders (Lego) ClubMeetings are typically the fourth Monday of every monthLego Free build from 6:30pm - 8:00pm. =========================================