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[Sandra Repp <sjr37 AT cornell.edu>]

List subscribers may wish to be aware of the following classes and
presentations from the Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension
Calendar of Events (complete listings at:

http://ccetompkins.org/calendar).


Master Composter Volunteer Training  
Friday, February 4, Application Deadline 
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
Master Composters are enthusiastic community educators committed to
promoting responsible composting. Training involves 20 hours of in-depth
class time to take place Thursday evenings, 6:30–8:30pm, 2/17-5/5 (no
class 3/24) plus 20 volunteer hours of learning-through-doing. Trained
Master Composters participate in outreach activities, working to reduce
waste, protect the environment and improve gardens.  $40 training
deposit, returned upon completion of volunteer hours.  Contact Adam
Michaelides, acm1 AT cornell.edu or  (607) 272-2292 for an
application.
 
Landowners' Rights Regarding Oil & Gas Leases 
Thursday, February 10, 11:00am-1:00pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
A NY State Attorney General's Office representative will make a brief
presentation, then consult with individuals on unresolved consumer
problems until 1:00 pm. FREE and open to the public. No appointment is
needed. Presentations are taped and broadcast on Cable Access Channel 15
on Mondays at 7:00 am, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm.  For more information,
call (607) 272-2292.

Getting Started: Vegetable Gardening
Wednesday, February 23, 6:30-8:30 pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
Learn where to site your garden, how to prepare the soil, how to
start seeds, how to plant, when to mulch, which easy veggies to try
first, and so on.  Pat Curran, Horticulture Educator, also will
discuss favorite varieties, container gardening, and harvesting
tips.  Pre-registration recommended; call Pat Curran at (607)
272-2292.  Fee:  $5.

Make Your Own Maple Workshop 
Saturday, February 26, 9:00am to 12:00 Noon 
Hamley’s Sugarhouse, 70 Frost Hollow Rd., Barton
$10 registration includes class materials and pancake
breakfast.  Call Schuyler County Cooperative Extension (607)
535-7161, or email cab377 AT cornell.edu for more details.
 
Winter Worm Composting Class
Saturday, March 5, 10:00am-12:00 pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
Learn all you need to know to set up and maintain a worm composting
bin.  Every household leaves with a starter bin and worms. Children
are welcome with an accompanying adult. Fee: $10 includes starter bin
& worms. Register early at (607) 272-2292. Space is limited! 
Contact Adam Michaelides at acm1 AT cornell.edu with questions.
 
Community Supported Agriculture Fair
Saturday, March 5, 12:00-3:00pm 
Boynton Middle School, Cayuga at Rt. 13, Ithaca
What is Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)? Learn about this
partnership between consumers and farmers; meet and talk with 12+ area
CSA farmers in one place! Activities to keep the kids busy, space to sit
and review farm information. Contact Debbie Teeter: (607) 272-2292,
DLT22 AT cornell.edu
 
Coping with Household Insect Pests!
Tuesday, March 8, 6:30-8:30pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
Cornell Entomologist Carolyn Klass will focus her discussion on the
growing bedbug problem, carpenter ants, and Indian meal moths, but
questions on other household insect pests are welcome.  Learn how to
prevent  infestations, and what to do if they happen. 
Pre-registration recommended so we can provide enough handouts. Call
(607) 272-2292. Fee:  $5.

Food Garden Panel Discussion
Wednesday, March 9, 6:30-8:30pm 
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
Don’t miss this panel discussion by several experienced food
gardeners!  Master Gardeners and others with years of food growing
experience will highlight some advanced ways to maximize your crop and
extend the growing season.  This workshop will assume that attendees
have had some growing experience.  For a more basic discussion of
how to get started, go to the Feb. 23 class described above. 
Pre-registration recommended.  Call (607) 272-2292.  Fee: 
$5.

Community Beautification Volunteer Training 
(2) Tuesdays, March 22 & 29, 6:00-8:30 pm
at Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Avenue,
Ithaca NY
The Beautification Brigade takes care of  public flower
plantings in Ithaca. Have fun, learn gardening techniques, and keep
Ithaca gorgeous.  Free dinner provided at the trainings.  Free
and open to anyone  who wishes to volunteer with the program. 
Email dek22 AT cornell.edu, or call  (607) 272-2292, for more
information or a volunteer application.