Join us for free lectures from local beekeepers as we discuss seasonal responsibilities and have other various discussions on beekeeping in the North Country. Local beekeeper Ron Lauff will be holding the discussion, as well as other local guest beekeepers. Open to anyone interested in beekeeping...
Events
Beginner's Vegetable Gardening
Come and learn about basic practices to help you prepare for the next growing season. The topics covered will be starting seeds, types of crops, bed preparation, growing conditions, and more! Location: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County Office - 203 N. Hamilton Street, Watertown NY...
3rd Annual Wabasso Egg-Stravaganza
Join us for our 3rd annual Wabasso Egg-Stravaganza! Enjoy Spring themed crafts, games, a campfire with s’mores, and camp-wide egg hunts which will take place at 1:15, 2:15, & 3:15 PM Stay for all or part of this family friendly event. Fee: $7 per child with pre-registration by March 26, or $10 per...
Beginner Blooms Workshop
Explore what it takes to grow a cut flower business from seed to sale! This class will cover the basics of growing, maintaining and caring for cut flowers. We will then learn the principals of floral design and create our own floral arrangements! Fee: Free Location: CCE Jefferson Office - 203 N...
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training Course
Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety are encouraged to attend! The PSA Grower Training Course is one...
4-H Chick & Duckling Sale
Come support our 4-H youth! A wide variety of quality chicks and ducklings will be available for sale. There is a 6-chick minimum and carriers will be provided. Cash or check are accepted, and proceeds will benefit the Jefferson County 4-H Livestock, and Peeps & squeaks clubs. Location: Cornell...
How to Shop Local: Food Edition
Join Jackie Ferguson, our Local Foods Educator, at the Flower Memorial Library for a helpful and timely look at the upcoming farmer’s market season and the many ways you can shop local. Learn about the benefits of buying local foods, how to use food assistance programs at farmer’s markets –...
Free Healthy Cooking Class
This class is for children and their caregivers! Come join us for an interactive cooking class. The menu will include pesto pasta and healthy banana splits! Location: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County Office - 203 N. Hamilton Street, Watertown NY 13601