POSTPONED- Board of Directors Meeting Monday, May 22, 2017 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County Board of Directors scheduled for 5 p.m on May 22 has been postponed. The new meeting date is forthcoming. Any questions should be directed to Samantha Stryker, Executive Assistant.All meetings are held at the Extension Center, and are open to the public. Samantha Stryker, sls428@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x123 ========================================= LG's Bridging Today's Generations Tuesday, May 23, 2017 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Richmond Memorial Library (19 Ross Street Batavia, NY 14020) Join us for a half-day program as we explore intergenerational communication. Learn more about how different generations, from Baby Boomers- Generation Z, relate to and understand each other. What makes each generation tick? What do they value? What do we as leaders need to know to be more effective among varying generations as we strive to create communication and understanding? The session will be facilitated by: Dr. Thomas C. Priester, Director of Transitional Studies/Assistant Professor, SUNY GCCand Andrea C. Newman, College Liaison, Finger Lakes Hired Grant & Adjunct Instructor, Humanities & Social Sciences, SUNY GCCSee informational flyer for all details!Presented by the Leadership Genesee Curriculum CommitteeOpen to all LG Alumni and current class members! $10 for dues paying alumni & current class members/ $20 for non-dues paying alumni Samantha Stryker, sls428@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x123 ========================================= 4-H Beef Club Meeting Thursday, May 25, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 ========================================= CLOSED for Memorial Day Monday, May 29, 2017 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County will be closed for the Memorial Day federal holiday. We will reopen at 8:30 am on Tuesday, May 30. ========================================= 4-H Horse Program Open Horse Shows Sunday, June 4, 2017 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Genesee County Fairgrounds ( 5056 East Main St Road Batavia, NY 14020) Open the 2017 Genesee County 4-H Open Horse Show Flyer for full show rules and class listings. Proceeds from the shows will benefit the Genesee County 4-H Horse Program. $5 Office Fee for each Horse/Rider Combination, plus fee per class. See Flyer for details. Jessica Reisdorf, jmr398@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x131 ========================================= 4-H FCS Club Meeting Monday, June 5, 2017 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting.  Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth.  *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 There may be a nominal fee depending on project, contact club leader for details. Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= "Garden Talk" lunch time series - CCE Garden IPM Tour Tuesday, June 6, 2017 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Join the Genesee County Master Gardeners for a Free monthly garden series called “Garden Talk.” We will discuss a variety of garden related topics on the first Tuesday of the month (except July) throughout the year. Taught by Master Gardeners, these will be held during the “lunch hour” from 12:15 to 12:45 pm, so bring your lunch to the CCE office and think gardening! This series is free and open to the public, no registration is required.On June 6 join us for a walk around the CCE Gardens as we take a look at the plants and scout for insect pests and diseases. Using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies in the garden can help your find a pest before it becomes a real problem. Free Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Public Presentations Event Wednesday, June 7, 2017 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 2017 4-H Public Presentations Registration Form  (pdf)Please visit the 4-H Public Presentations Page for public speaking resources. Volunteers needed for Public Presentations!We are looking for Room Chairs, Picture Takers, Teen Judges, and Registration Desk help for this year's Public Presentations Event. Please Contact Jessica at jmr398@cornell.edu or by phone at 585-343-3040 ext. 131 if interested. Teens! Many of you will be at Public Presentations presenting already, this is a great opportunity for you to spend a few more hours there and help out. Jessica Reisdorf, jmr398@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x131 ========================================= LG Golf and Bocce Tournament 2017 Wednesday, June 7, 2017 11:30 am - 6:00 pm Terry Hills (5122 Clinton St Rd Batavia, NY 14020) Leadership Genesee will hold its annual Golf & Bocce Ball Tournament at Terry Hills Golf Course & Banquet Facility on Wednesday, June 7! It is open to anyone who would like to participate and includes golf or bocce, lunch and dinner as well as prizes.Informational Flyer (pdf)Registration Form  (pdf)This year's theme: Superheros! Prize for team who dresses the part the best!Teams should register by May 22! See flyer and registration form! Samantha Stryker, sls428@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x123 ========================================= 4-H Cloverbud Club Meeting Monday, June 12, 2017 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Green Thumbs Club Meeting Tuesday, June 13, 2017 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 There may be a nominal fee depending on project, contact club leader for details. Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Swine Club Meeting Thursday, June 15, 2017 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm  Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 There may be a nominal fee depending on project, contact club leader for details. Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Dairy Club Meeting Monday, June 19, 2017 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 There may be a nominal fee depending on project, contact club leader for details. Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Rustic Riders Horse Club Meeting Tuesday, June 20, 2017 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 There may be a nominal fee depending on project, contact club leader for details. Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Beef Club Meeting Thursday, June 22, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 ========================================= 4-H ACES Club Meeting Wednesday, June 28, 2017 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth.*Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= CLOSED for Independence Day Tuesday, July 4, 2017 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County will be closed for the Independence Day federal holiday. We will reopen at 8:30 am on Wednesday, July 5. ========================================= 4-H Horse Program Open Horse Shows Sunday, July 9, 2017 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Genesee County Fairgrounds ( 5056 East Main St Road Batavia, NY 14020) Open the 2017 Genesee County 4-H Open Horse Show Flyer for full show rules and class listings. Proceeds from the shows will benefit the Genesee County 4-H Horse Program. $5 Office Fee for each Horse/Rider Combination, plus fee per class. See Flyer for details. Jessica Reisdorf, jmr398@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x131 ========================================= "Garden Talk" - Bulb Lilies & the Lily Leaf Beetle Tuesday, July 11, 2017 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Join the Genesee County Master Gardeners for a Free monthly garden series called “Garden Talk.” We will discuss a variety of garden related topics on the first Tuesday of the month (except July) throughout the year. Taught by Master Gardeners, these will be held during the “lunch hour” from 12:15 to 12:45 pm, so bring your lunch to the CCE office and think gardening! This series is free and open to the public, no registration is required.July's program (held on the 2nd Tuesday), will cover types of bulb lilies and their nemesis, the red lily leaf beetle. Master Gardener Roberta Terbuska will also discuss strategies on how to combat this pest in your garden and protect your lilies.   Free Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= 4-H Swine Club Meeting Wednesday, July 12, 2017 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm  Please RSVP to your club leader(s) if you plan on attending, this helps them prepare materials for the club meeting. Meetings are open to all currently enrolled Genesee County 4-H Youth. *Please note that dates and times are subject to change, please confirm meeting date and time with your club leader or contact the 4-H Office, 585-343-3040 ext. 101 There may be a nominal fee depending on project, contact club leader for details. Brandie Schultz, bls238@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x101 ========================================= Genesee County 4-H Market Animal Auction Thursday, July 20, 2017 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Genesee County Fairgrounds ( 5056 East Main St Road Batavia, NY 14020) 2017 4-H Market Animal Auction Brochure (pdf) Jessica Reisdorf, jmr398@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x131 ========================================= 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon Contest Thursday, August 3, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Kennedy Building - Genesee County Fair Grounds (5056 East Main St Rd Batavia, NY 14020) ========================================= Calculating Your Cookies' Carbon Footprint 4-H Workshop Wednesday, August 16, 2017 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Learn about your carbon footprint by comparing local ingredients with namebrand ingredients in this hands-on cookie baking experiment!Open to all 4-H members ages 12+.  Instructor: Chip Malone, NYS 4-H STEM EducatorClick here to register.  Space is limited to the first 20 participants.   FREE ========================================= 4-H Horse Program Open Horse Shows Sunday, August 20, 2017 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Genesee County Fairgrounds ( 5056 East Main St Road Batavia, NY 14020) Open the 2017 Genesee County 4-H Open Horse Show Flyer for full show rules and class listings. Proceeds from the shows will benefit the Genesee County 4-H Horse Program. $5 Office Fee for each Horse/Rider Combination, plus fee per class. See Flyer for details. Jessica Reisdorf, jmr398@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x131 =========================================