4-H Mane Event Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 4-H Mane Event equine team event held at the Schaghticoke Fairground. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= 4-H Mane Event Sunday, July 12, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 4-H Mane Event equine team event held at the Schaghticoke Fairground. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= COMPUTER BASICS Monday, July 13, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 Learn how to start and shut down a computer, create and save files, and organize folders. Laptops are available to borrow (limited to 8 per session), so please let us know when you register if you'd like one. You're also welcome to bring your own laptop and mouse (must be in working condition).Call the Troy Senior Center to reserve your spot: (518) 270-5348. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Troy Senior Center Tuesday, July 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE (BYOD) Tech Help:Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, July 14, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required through meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Troy Senior Center Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE (BYOD) Tech Help:Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Summer Garden Program-“Music In The Garden with the Potluck Pickers" Wednesday, July 15, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “Music In The Garden with the Potluck Pickers,” Wednesday, July 15 from 7 to 8 PM.The Potluck Pickers, a local bluegrass band, will be jamming and offering a blend of traditional bluegrass, the downhome blues, a few folk icons and other familiar tunes.It’s an hour of Americana music – celebrating life, digging in the dirt, gardening, nature and the human foibles that make us, us.FREE admission. No registration necessary. These programs will be held at The Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, Wynantskill, (North Greenbush) 12198. Rain/inclement weather at the program start may cancel the program. Limited seating is provided; please bring your own lawn chair. FREE David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= 4-H Youth Horse Show Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 A youth 4-H Show evaluating the skills of participants and their horses. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Bernie at bw27@cornell.edu Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Music Under the Trees: The Stray Dogs Saturday, July 18, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Our summer concert series will continue in July with The Stray Dogs. Enjoy the wonderful sounds of a 5-piece acoustic/electric rock band under the trees. Free. Don't miss the chance to see a free concert in our beautiful amphitheater. No pre-registration is required. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Internet Basics Monday, July 20, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 Get comfortable with web browsers and search engines, and pickup tips for smarter searching.Laptops are available to borrow (limited to 8 per session), so please let us know when you register if you'd like one.  You're also welcome to bring your own laptop and mouse (must be in working condition).Call the Troy Senior Center to reserve your spot:  (518) 270-5348. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, July 21, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required through meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Summer Garden Program- Sharpening Your Garden Tools Wednesday, July 22, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “Sharpening Your Garden Tools,” Wednesday, July 22, from 7 to 8 PM.A sharp, properly maintained garden tool allows you to do more work with less effort. Bring along a dull tool and join the Master Gardeners for a tool-sharpening demonstration, where you will learn how to sharpen your garden tools to make them easier to use and more effective. FREE admission. No registration necessary. These programs will be held at The Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, Wynantskill, (North Greenbush) 12198. Rain/inclement weather at the program start may cancel the program. Limited seating is provided; please bring your own lawn chair. FREE David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE Rensselaer, 99 Troy Road Suite 203, East Greenbush, New York 12061 Open to the public, Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer will be holding a Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday, July 22nd at 7 PM at the CCE Rensselaer Office, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, Suite 203. Anyone interested in attending may do so. For questions, RSVP (suggested but not required) or if you have any special needs to participate, please contact the CCE office in advance of the meeting by calling 518-272-4210 Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= 4-H Summer Archery Session Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 We are offering an archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2026) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club. The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 23rd, 30th, and August 6th at 6:00pm. There is a $20.00 registration fee for 4-H members and $30.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Thursday, July 16th. To register a youth or for more information, contact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu. Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= 4-H Thursday Night Equine Clinic Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Thursday night clinics held at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds for 4-H members. Open to 4-H youth and volunteers. To sign up contact Bernie at 518-272-4210. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, July 28, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required through meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Summer Garden Programs-Late Summer Is For Lawns Wednesday, July 29, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “Late Summer Is For Lawns” Wednesday, July 29 from 7 to 8 PM.Mid-August to mid-September is the best time to tackle lawn weed management, overseeding, fertilizing, and renovation.Bring samples of problems, such as weeds and insects, and we’ll discuss options to improve your lawn for the future.Hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Educator David Chinery.FREE admission. No registration necessary. These programs will be held at The Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, Wynantskill, (North Greenbush) 12198. Rain/inclement weather at the program start may cancel the program. Limited seating is provided; please bring your own lawn chair. FREE David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= Strawberry Freezer Jam Demo Thursday, July 30, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at the Hoosac Valley Farmers' Exchange Farmers Market on July 30th at 6 PM.  FREE Nikola Segoloni, ns997@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext.117 ========================================= 4-H Summer Archery Session Thursday, July 30, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 We are offering an archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2026) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club. The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 23rd, 30th, and August 6th at 6:00pm. There is a $20.00 registration fee for 4-H members and $30.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Thursday, July 16th. To register a youth or for more information, contact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu. Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Schodack Senior Center Monday, August 3, 2026 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Schodack Senior Center, 1800 East Schodack Road , Castleton, New York 12033 We are bringing free healthy cooking demonstrations to senior centers across the county this August. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead interactive food demos at the Schodack Senior Center on August  3rd. Participants will learn simple, nutritious recipes and receive free samples to taste. All seniors are welcome to attend. FREE Nikola Segoloni, ns997@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext.117 ========================================= Summer Gardening Series at East Greenbush Community Library- Why Use Native Plants? Tuesday, August 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way , East Greenbush, New York 12061 Join us for the third event of our Sustainability Series!  Join our Master Gardener, Betsy Kauffman, at the East Greenbush Community Library.  Learn why native plants are vital for local ecology and supporting beneficial insects.Registration is required. Please register online at the East Greenbush Library websitehttps://eglibrary.org/This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library, a patron-supported non-profit organization.The East Greenbush Library will feature four gardening events on the first Tuesday of the month through September 2026. Each talk will be presented by a Master Gardener from Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County. FREE Registration: https://eglibrary.org/ ========================================= Rev Up Your Skills at Our 4-H Small Engine Workshop! Wednesday, August 5, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road , East Greenbush , New York 12061 We have an exciting opportunity for youth ages 9+ interested in mechanics, equipment, and hands-on learning!Join us for a Small Engine Workshop at our office on Wednesday, August 5th.Workshop DetailsBeginner Session- youth ages 9+Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMParticipants will learn to safely identify, use, and maintain small engines and their tools while choosing the right equipment for the jobIntermediate Session- youth ages 12+ (we encourage youth to sign up for both if you plan on attending the intermediate session)Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMParticipants will continue to develop skills to diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain small engines while understanding tools, industry practices, and career opportunities.This hands-on workshop has limited spots available so sign up fast, to register email Critter at: ck876@cornell.edu by August 1st. Must have 5 registered to hold the class. Don't miss this chance to learn new skills, get your hands dirty, and discover the world of small engines! If accommodation is needed, please let us know at the time of registration. FREE Kandis Freer, kmf83@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 106 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Rensselaer Public Library Wednesday, August 5, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rensselaer Public Library, 676 East Street , Rensselaer, New York 12144 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. Donations Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Rev Up Your Skills at Our 4-H Small Engine Workshop! Wednesday, August 5, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road , East Greenbush , New York 12061 We have an exciting opportunity for youth ages 9+ interested in mechanics, equipment, and hands-on learning!Join us for a Small Engine Workshop at our office on Wednesday, August 5th.Workshop DetailsBeginner Session- youth ages 9+Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMParticipants will learn to safely identify, use, and maintain small engines and their tools while choosing the right equipment for the jobIntermediate Session- youth ages 12+ (we encourage youth to sign up for both if you plan on attending the intermediate session)Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMParticipants will continue to develop skills to diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain small engines while understanding tools, industry practices, and career opportunities.This hands-on workshop has limited spots available so sign up fast, to register email Critter at: ck876@cornell.edu by August 1st. Must have 5 registered to hold the class. Don't miss this chance to learn new skills, get your hands dirty, and discover the world of small engines! If accommodation is needed, please let us know at the time of registration. FREE Kandis Freer, kmf83@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 106 ========================================= Summer Garden Programs- Discover The Joy of Growing Dahilas Wednesday, August 5, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “Discover The Joy of Growing Dahlias,” Wednesday, August 5, from 7 to 8 PM.Dahlias come in a myriad of colors, shapes and forms, creating delicious eye candy in the summer garden.Our dahlia-loving Master Gardeners will show you beautiful examples while they discuss how to wake the plants, harvest blooms, grow new plants from seeds and cuttings, and successfully store the tubers for winter.FREE admission. No registration necessary. These programs will be held at The Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, Wynantskill, (North Greenbush) 12198. Rain/inclement weather at the program start may cancel the program. Limited seating is provided; please bring your own lawn chair. FREE David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= Ag Program Development Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 5, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Open to the public, we will hold our Agriculture Program Development Committee meeting on Wednesday, August 5th at 7:00 PM. Anyone who is interested in attending may do so.  Please contact Bernie Wiesen at bw27@cornell.edu or by calling 518-272-4210 to RSVP and obtain the address to the meeting location. If you have any special needs to participate, please contact the CCE office in advance of the meeting by calling 518-272-4210. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) East Greenbush Rensselaer Senior Center Thursday, August 6, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am East Greenbush Senior Center, 166 Columbia Turnpike , Rensselaer, New York 12144 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Brunswick Community Library Thursday, August 6, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Brunswick Community Library, 4118 Route 2 , Troy, New York 12180 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= 4-H Summer Archery Session Thursday, August 6, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 We are offering an archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2026) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club. The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 23rd, 30th, and August 6th at 6:00pm. There is a $20.00 registration fee for 4-H members and $30.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required no later than Thursday, July 16th. To register a youth or for more information, contact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu. Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Schodack Senior Center Friday, August 7, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am Schodack Senior Center, 1800 East Schodack Road , Castleton, New York 12033 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In Nassau Free Library Friday, August 7, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nassau Free Library, 18 Church Street , Nassau, New York 12123 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device Tech Drop-In Stephentown Memorial Library Friday, August 7, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device Tech Help Sand Lake Town Library Monday, August 10, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Sand Lake Town Library, 8428 Miller Hill Road , Averill Park, New York 12018 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Tuesday, August 11, 2026 11:00 am - 11:30 am Grafton- Evverett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 We are bringing free healthy cooking demonstrations to senior centers across the county this August. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo Grafton Senior Center on August 11th. Participants will learn simple, nutritious recipes and receive free samples to taste. All seniors are welcome to attend. FREE Nikola Segoloni, ns997@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext.117 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Troy Senior Center Tuesday, August 11, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE (BYOD) Tech Help:Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 11, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required through meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= 4-H Horse Program Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, August 11, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Open to the public, Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer will be holding a 4-H Horse Program Development Committee Meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, August 11th at 7 PM. Anyone interested in joining may do so. Please RSVP with Bernie to find out full details. This is the monthly meeting of our Equine 4-H Horse Leaders. For questions or if you have any special needs to participate, please contact the CCE office in advance of the meeting by calling 518-272-4210. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Summer Gardening Programs- The Weird and Unusual Vegetable Garden Wednesday, August 12, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “The Weird and Unusual Vegetable Garden,” Wednesday, August 12 from 7 to 8 PM.Want to have fun in your garden?Come and see the unusually shaped, crazy colored and downright weird vegetables the Master Gardeners have grown this year.We will explain how and why you may like to jazz up your veggies!FREE admission. No registration necessary. These programs will be held at The Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, Wynantskill, (North Greenbush) 12198. Rain/inclement weather at the program start may cancel the program. Limited seating is provided; please bring your own lawn chair. FREE David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Hoosick Falls Senior Center Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 21299 New York Route 22 , Hoosick Falls, New York 12090 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Grafton- Everett Wagar Senior Center Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Grafton- Evverett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Have questions about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Stop by for free tech help with Digital Literacy Resource Educator Michelle! She can help you sign in to accounts, find your files, learn basic tech skills, and get comfortable using your device. Reach out to your local library or community center to ask about availability or sign‑up options. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Friday, August 14, 2026 11:00 am - 11:30 am Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 21299 New York Route 22 , Hoosick Falls, New York 12090 We are bringing free healthy cooking demonstrations to senior centers across the county this Augest. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at Hoosick Falls Senior Center on August 14th. Participants will learn simple, nutritious recipes and receive free samples to taste. All seniors are welcome to attend. FREE Nikola Segoloni, ns997@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext.117 ========================================= Stablemate 4-H Club Show Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Stablemate 4-H Club Horse Show taking place at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds all day on August 15th. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Music Under the Trees: Hammer and Nail Saturday, August 15, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Our summer concert will continue in August with Hammer and Nail.  Enjoy the wonderful sounds of a unique 4-piece "Americana" band under the trees.  FREE. Don't miss the chance to see a free concert in our beautiful amphitheater. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Tuesday, August 18, 2026 11:00 am - 11:30 am Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 We are bringing free healthy cooking demonstrations to senior centers across the county this August. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at the Troy Senior Center on August 18th. Participants will learn simple, nutritious recipes and receive free samples to taste. All seniors are welcome to attend. FREE Nikola Segoloni, ns997@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext.117 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 18, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required through meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors at the East Greenbush Senior Center Wednesday, August 19, 2026 11:30 am - 12:00 pm East Greenbush Senior Center, 166 Columbia Turnpike , Rensselaer, New York 12144 We are bringing free healthy cooking demonstrations to senior centers across the county this August. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at the East Greenbush Senior Center on August 19th. Participants will learn simple, nutritious recipes and receive free samples to taste. All seniors are welcome to attend. FREE Nikola Segoloni, ns997@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext.117 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 25, 2026 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Dyken Pond Environmental Education CenterDyken Pond, 475 Dyken Pond Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 Let's get together to enjoy nature and the outdoors, learn a little bit about this beautiful planet we call home, develop or practice outdoor skills and become healthy through exercise and being outside! Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week we'll discover new ground and nature. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required through meetup.com by searching for "Friends of Dyken Pond Center" . Free. This program is for adults and older teens. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Summer Gardening Series at East Greenbush Community Library-Unlawning: Lawning Alternatives Tuesday, September 1, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way , East Greenbush, New York 12061 Join us for the fourth event of our Sustainability Series! Learn how to create an ecologically abundant environment without compromising aesthetic. From the 16th Century when cleared area was created for livestock protection to the 17th Century when a large lawn was a symbol of wealth to the 20th Century when a lawn was a norm, the lawn has served various purposes. However, has "the lawn" outlived its usefulness? What are the alternatives? We explore the why and how of creating a more ecologically rich environment while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Principles of permaculture and regenerative gardening inform various approaches. Registration is required.  Registration for this event will open on August 4th and will be done on the East Greenbush Community Library website.  Visit their website at https://eglibrary.org/This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library, a patron-supported non-profit organization. FREE =========================================