Master Preserver Canning Series: Fruit Jelly Thursday, July 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main Street , Stafford, New York 14143 Master Preserver Canning Series: Fruit JellyJuly 17 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Stafford Methodist ChurchMaking jelly is a delicious way to preserve fruit—and this hands-on class will guide you through the entire process. You'll start by learning how to extract juice from fruit, then move step-by-step through adding sugar, pectin, and optional spices to turn it into beautifully clear jelly. Participants will also enjoy tastings of some unique and unexpected jelly flavors! Recipes and instructions will be provided.Details: Date: Wednesday, July 17Time: 6:00–8:00 PMLocation: Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main St., StaffordCost: $25 per personRegister for all 3 classes for just $65Class size is limited to 12 adults. Pre-registration and payment are required. No walk-ins. Registration deadline for this class: July 11Instructor: Catherine Johnston, Master Food Preserver Volunteer with Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension. With over 38 years of teaching experience and advanced training from Cornell, Catherine offers expert guidance in food preservation.To register: Online: Visit By phone: Call the office at 585-343-3040 ext. 101In person: Stop by our office to register and pay by cash or checkNote: Due to the hands-on nature of the class, refunds cannot be issued after the registration deadline. $25 per person Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=canning_jams_and_jellies_2_218 ========================================= 4-H Fair Calendar of Events 2025 Wednesday, July 9, 2025 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm 2025 Genesee County Fair – 4-H Schedule Fair Theme: Down on the Farm Tentative – Subject to ChangeWednesday, July 95:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Kennedy Building Clean-Up & Set-Up NightWednesday, July 165:30 PM: Fair Clean-Up Night7:00 PM: Potluck Dinner (tent between Sheep Barn & Swine Barn – bring a dish to pass)Thursday, July 172:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Kennedy Building Exhibit Judging4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Exhibit Judges Dinner5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Kennedy Building Exhibit JudgingSaturday, July 1910:00 AM: Market Rabbit Final Weigh-In11:00 AM: Rabbit Showmanship (Merton Building)12:00 PM: Rabbit Show (Merton Building)5:00 PM: Beef Heifers & Non-Sale Steers must be in place6:00 PM: Market Rabbit Show (Merton Building)Sunday, July 2010:00 AM: Beef Show (Show Arena) – Beef released after show11:00 AM: Poultry Showmanship12:00 PM: Poultry Show; Hogs and Sheep must be in place3:00 PM: Market Lamb Final Weigh-In6:30 PM: Fair Parade (Enter through Genesee Co. Ag Society)7:30 PM: Market Hog Final Weigh-InMonday, July 2110:00 AM: Goats & Beef Steers must be in place11:00 AM: Market Goat Final Weigh-In12:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Dairy Cattle must be in place12:30 PM: Market Steer Final Weigh-In1:30 PM: Market Lamb Photos2:00 PM: Market Lamb Show5:00 PM: Market Hog ShowTuesday, July 228:00 AM: Market Goat Photos9:00 AM: Market Goat Show12:00 PM: Market Steer Photos1:00 PM: Market Steer Show7:30 PM: Alumni Master Showman ContestWednesday, July 238:00 AM: Meat & Dairy Goat Show1:00 PM: Breeding Sheep Show4:00 PM: Hog Show7:30 PM: Market Animal Awards CeremonyThursday, July 249:00 AM: Dairy Cattle Show5:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Baked Goods & Ag Basket Silent Auction6:00 PM: Market Animal AuctionFriday, July 259:00 AM: Horse English & Showmanship Classes10:00 AM: Master Showmanship Contests12:00 PM: Livestock Judging Contest1:30 PM: Livestock Costume Contest2:00 PM: Working Goat ShowSaturday, July 269:00 AM: Horse Western Classes10:00 AM: Livestock Skill-a-Thon Contest1:00 PM: Scavenger Hunt8:30 PM: Staggered Release of 4-H Livestock9:00 AM: Kennedy Building Projects ReleasedSunday, July 277:00 AM: Market Animals Released to ProcessorsKennedy Building Open for Project Pick-Up Melissa Keller, mk2594@cornell.edu, 585-303-3040 x131 ========================================= CCE Genesee Board of Director's Meeting Tuesday, August 5, 2025 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 CCE Board of Director's Meeting Information Meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) at the Extension Office In keeping with Open Meeting Laws, Genesee County residents may attend. Please contact Yvonne Peck at ydp3@cornell.edu to register. Yvonne Peck, ydp3@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x123 ========================================= Picture This! George Eastman's Historic Garden Thursday, August 7, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Thursday, August 7, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMGeorge Eastman was more than an inventor. He was passionate about Gardening and Agriculture and developed that passion on his 10 acres of land at his East Avenue mansion. We'll explore his historic gardens and how the George Eastman Museum celebrates his gardens today.Register in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.ORClick here to register for online: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/y5vyGuf4Q1yJsCB0A8ImdQThis meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available.LocationThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office.420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/y5vyGuf4Q1yJsCB0A8ImdQ ========================================= Master Preservers Present: Canning Tomatoes Thursday, August 28, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main Street , Stafford, New York 14143 Master Preservers Present: Canning TomatoesThursday, August 28 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Stafford Methodist ChurchCapture the taste of summer with this hands-on tomato canning workshop! Whether you’re a home gardener with an abundant harvest or just want to learn how to safely preserve tomatoes, this class will guide you through the entire process—from preparation to storage.What You’ll Learn: Selecting and prepping tomatoes for canningSafe techniques using both water bath and pressure cannersManaging acidity to preserve flavor and safetyBest practices for storing canned tomatoesWhat’s Included: All materials and suppliesStep-by-step, hands-on instructionA take-home jar of canned tomatoesRecipe handout to use at homeDetails: Date: Thursday, August 28Time: 6:00–8:00 PMLocation: Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main St., StaffordCost: $25 per personClass size is limited. Pre-registration and payment are required. No walk-ins accepted.Instructor: Catherine Johnston, Master Food Preserver Volunteer with Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension, brings decades of experience in food preservation education.To register: Online: Visit Canning Tomatoes Registration By phone: Call the office at 585-343-3040 ext. 101In person: Visit our office to register and pay by cash or checkPlease note: Due to the hands-on nature of the class, refunds cannot be issued after registration. $25 per person Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=canning_tomatoes_218 ========================================= Closed for Labor Day Monday, September 1, 2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Closed for Labor DayIn observance of Labor Day, we will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 2 from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.“Without labor, nothing prospers.” – SophoclesWishing you a restful and safe holiday. Thank you to all the hardworking individuals who keep our communities strong.  ========================================= House & Garden Spiders - They're your Friends! Thursday, September 4, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Garden Talk “House & Garden Spiders - They're your Friends!”Thursday, September 4, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMYou don't need to be afraid of spiders! Spiders are beneficial insects, and they are great predators of many insect pests. Come learn about some that you might find in the house, garden, and basement.FeeFreeRegisterRegister in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.ORClick here to register for online: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/o41Hb_9SReONmpuW4pIQdQThis meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available.LocationThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office.420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Free Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/o41Hb_9SReONmpuW4pIQdQ ========================================= Master Preserver Canning Series: Hot Pepper Jam Thursday, September 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main Street , Stafford, New York 14143 Master Preserver Canning Series: Hot Pepper JamSeptember 11 | 6:00–8:00 PM | Stafford Methodist ChurchTurn up the heat in your kitchen with this flavorful and fun canning class! Learn how to safely prepare and process a variety of hot peppers into a sweet and spicy jam—perfect served over cream cheese as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Protective gloves will be required for all participants, and step-by-step instruction will be provided throughout the class.Details:Date: Wednesday, September 11Time: 6:00–8:00 PMLocation: Stafford Methodist Church, 6134 Main St., StaffordCost: $25 per personRegister for all 3 classes for just $65Class size is limited to 12 adults. Pre-registration and payment are required. No walk-ins. Registration deadline for this class: September 5Instructor: Catherine Johnston, Master Food Preserver Volunteer with Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension. Catherine brings over 38 years of teaching experience and is certified through Cornell’s Master Food Preserver program.To register:Online: Visit Hot Pepper Jam RegistrationBy phone: Call the office at 585-343-3040 ext. 101In person: Stop by our office to register and pay by cash or checkPlease note: Due to the hands-on nature of the class, refunds cannot be issued after the registration deadline. $25 Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=canning_jams_and_jellies_3_218 ========================================= Master Gardener Fall Garden Gala Saturday, September 13, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 Master Gardener Fall Garden GalaSaturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMRain or shine, the Genesee County Master Gardeners will be hosting their annual Fall Garden Gala!This annual plant sale features a variety of perennials, many of which are from the gardens of Master Gardeners. There will also be a selection of house plants. Plant sale starts promptly at 10 am. No early birds please.Visit the Basket Auction for a variety of themed baskets and our gently used Garden Book Sale.  Free Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 ========================================= CCE Genesee Board of Director's Meeting Tuesday, September 23, 2025 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 CCE Board of Director's Meeting Information Meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) at the Extension Office In keeping with Open Meeting Laws, Genesee County residents may attend. Please contact Yvonne Peck at ydp3@cornell.edu to register. Yvonne Peck, ydp3@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x123 ========================================= Garden Talk “Away with the Fairies: Plants and Folklore” Thursday, October 2, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 Plants have fascinated people throughout the ages. Their scents, appearance, and usage have spurred tales and superstitions to explain their existence and supposed magical powers. This program will explore some common plants and the folklore that surrounds them.RegisterRegister in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.ORClick here to register for online: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/U5quCdL5Rpq04ve1wPbeNQThis meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available.LocationThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office.420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Free Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/U5quCdL5Rpq04ve1wPbeNQ ========================================= Closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day Monday, October 13, 2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Closed for Indigenous Peoples' DayIn honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day, our office will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025. We will reopen on Tuesday, October 14 from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.“We are all thankful to our Mother, the Earth, for she gives us all that we need for life. She supports our feet as we walk about upon her. It gives us joy that she continues to care for us as she has from the beginning of time.”— Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address ========================================= Garden Talk “Gardening Myths: Fact vs. Fiction” Thursday, November 6, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Think you need to water your plants every day or add gravel to the bottom of your pots? Think again! Join us for a lively, science-based discussion where we'll bust some of the most common (and surprising) gardening myths. Learn what really works in the garden — straight from research-backed sources like Cornell Cooperative Extension!RegisterRegister in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.ORClick here to register for online: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/gM6krhTjTBGgIPEkuV-DYAThis meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available. Free Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/gM6krhTjTBGgIPEkuV-DYA ========================================= Office Closed – Veterans Day Tuesday, November 11, 2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Office Closed – Veterans DayIn observance of Veterans Day, our office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. We will reopen on Wednesday, November 12 from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” — Joseph CampbellWe honor and thank all who have served.  ========================================= Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 27, 2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Holiday Closure NoticeWe will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th, 2025. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st with regular business hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” – AesopWishing you a warm and joyful Thanksgiving! ========================================= Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday Friday, November 28, 2025 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Holiday Closure NoticeWe will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th, 2025. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st with regular business hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” – AesopWishing you a warm and joyful Thanksgiving! ========================================= CCE Genesee Board of Director's Meeting Tuesday, December 2, 2025 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 CCE Board of Director's Meeting Information Meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) at the Extension Office In keeping with Open Meeting Laws, Genesee County residents may attend. Please contact Yvonne Peck at ydp3@cornell.edu to register. Yvonne Peck, ydp3@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x123 ========================================= Garden Talk “Plants of Greece” Thursday, December 4, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 420 East Main Street , Batavia, NY 14020 Take an armchair tour with Master Gardener Catherine as she visits the fascinating land of Greece.RegisterRegister in advance for this meeting:Call 585-343-3040 ext. 101 to register to attend in-person.ORClick here to register for online: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/VT8sSupbQ52C4czZZjHzCwThis meeting will be recorded.Anyone who registers for the zoom meeting will get a link to the recording when it is available.LocationThis is an hybrid event – you can join online or in-person at the Genesee CCE office.420 East Main Street Batavia, NY 14020 Free Janice Beglinger, jmb374@cornell.edu, 585-343-3040 x132 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/VT8sSupbQ52C4czZZjHzCw ========================================= Closed for Christmas Thursday, December 25, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Holiday Closure NoticeWe will be closed for the Christmas holiday.Wishing you a season filled with peace, joy, and cherished moments.“Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling.” – Edna Ferber =========================================