Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In Nassau Free Library Friday, July 11, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nassau Free Library, 18 Church Street , Nassau, New York 12123 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device Tech Drop-In Stephentown Memorial Library Friday, July 11, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Farm Day Out 2025 Saturday, July 12, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Engel's Acres, 445 Brunswick Road , Troy, New York 12180 Each year CCE partners with a farm in Rensselaer County to invite the community to learn about where their food and fiber come from. This year, Farm Day Out is being hosted by Engel's Acres, 445 Brunswick Road, Troy, NY 12180.Experience a day on the farm, tour the greenhouse, view farm equipment, enjoy a tasting table, explore the farm store, and much more. If you have any questions or special needs to attend this free event, please contact CCE of Rensselaer County at (518) 272-4210 or via email at mbg242@cornell.edu. FREE Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ========================================= Music Under the Trees: Hill Hollow Band Saturday, July 12, 2025 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 Hill Hollow Quintet. Enjoy the wonderful sounds of bluegrass, country, folk and americana music under the trees. Free. Don't miss the chance to see a free concert in our beautiful amphitheater. No registration necessary.  FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= 4-H Youth Show Saturday, July 12, 2025 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Our New York State Fair 4-H Horse Show qualifier was held at the Schaghticoke  Fairgrounds.  Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Monday, July 14, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Tuesday, July 15, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Troy Senior Center Tuesday, July 15, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Rensselaer County Troy Senior Center, 1520 SIxth Avenue , Troy, New York 12180 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. Please register for this event by calling Sally at (518) 270-5348 or signing up at the Senior Center. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, July 15, 2025 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 in July to 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- Quick Start Bonsai Wednesday, July 16, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 "Quick Start Bonsai"  Enjoy a thumbnail introduction to Bonsai, the art of growing and shaping miniature trees in containers.Master Gardener Beverly Reinhardt will discuss selecting your plant, trimming roots and branches, and repotting.Bring a one or two gallon sized tree or shrub you can dig or buy, sharp hand clippers, newspaper, and a bucket.A very limited number of lavender plants will be available for those who do not bring a plant.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 Equine Clinic Thursday, July 17, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Prepping clinic to help youth get ready for the Mane Event. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports – Summer Archery Session Thursday, July 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 The Rensselaer County 4-H Shooting Sports program will be offering and outdoor archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2025) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club.  The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 17, 24, 31 and August 7 at 6:00 pm.  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 10th.  To register a youth or for more information, conact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Monday, July 21, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, July 22, 2025 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 in July to 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- The Basics of Pruning Trees and Shrubs Wednesday, July 23, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 Pruning is an art, skill, and practice. Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Garden Bob Sherwood for a discussion of why we prune woody plants and how it is done. Using plants found in the Demonstration Garden, Bob will demonstrate how to make a proper cut, the use of various pruning tools, how to decide what to remove, and much more. Be prepared to walk around the garden. 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 23, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road , East Greenbush , New York 12061 Open to the public, Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer will be holding a Board of Directors Meeting meeting on last Wednesday, June 25th at 7 PM at the CCE Rensselaer Office, 99 Troy Road, East Greenbush, Suite 203. Anyone who is 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 Equine Clinic Thursday, July 24, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Prepping clinic to help youth get ready for the Mane Event. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports – Summer Archery Session Thursday, July 24, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 The Rensselaer County 4-H Shooting Sports program will be offering and outdoor archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2025) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club.  The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 17, 24, 31 and August 7 at 6:00 pm.  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 10th.  To register a youth or for more information, conact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= Family & Consumer Science PDC Meeting Friday, July 25, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road , East Greenbush , New York 12061 Open to the public, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County will be holding a Family and Consumer Science Program Development Committee meeting on Friday, July 25th at 9:30 AM at the CCE office located at 99 Troy Road, suite 203 in East Greenbush. Anyone who is interested in attending may do so. 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 ========================================= 4-H Mane Event Saturday, July 26, 2025 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 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Monday, July 28, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Tuesday, July 29, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, July 29, 2025 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 in July to 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- Late Summer Is For Lawns Wednesday, July 30, 2025 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” 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 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports – Summer Archery Session Thursday, July 31, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 The Rensselaer County 4-H Shooting Sports program will be offering and outdoor archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2025) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club.  The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 17, 24, 31 and August 7 at 6:00 pm.  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 10th.  To register a youth or for more information, conact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= 4-H Equine Clinic Thursday, July 31, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Prepping clinic to help youth get ready for the Mane Event. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Monday, August 4, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Senior Planet Course: Computer Essentials Tuesday, August 5, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 For ages 60+. This 5-week course covers the essentials of how to use the basic functions of a personal computer, how to navigate the internet, and how to send and receive email. By the end of the course, you'll have a foundation for using a computer and the internet to enrich your life.Prerequisites:  A Gmail address.  This course is best suited for people who have had some experience using the internet on any device. If you need help setting up a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline: 888-713-3495.Registration is required. Please register by following this link https://uhls.librarycalendar.com/event/computer-essential-senior-planet-3080 or by calling Kim at (518) 733 - 5750. FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 5, 2025 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 in July to 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 Tech Help Event Rensselaer Public Library Wednesday, August 6, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rensselaer Public Library, 676 East Street , Rensselaer, New York 12144 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Summer Gardening Programs- Boosting Your Pollinator Garden With Annuals Wednesday, August 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “Boosting Your Pollinator Garden with Annuals”Wednesday, August 6 from 7 to 8 PM.Annual plants can be a game-changer for your pollinator garden! These seasonal beauties provide bursts of nectar and pollen throughout the growing season, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds when perennial blooms fade. By incorporating annuals, you create a vibrant, ever-changing buffet for pollinators. Plus, they’re easy to grow and allow you to experiment with new colors and textures each year.Led by the Demonstration Garden Pollinator Team. Be prepared to walk around the garden.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) East Greenbush Rensselaer Senior Center Thursday, August 7, 2025 10:30 am - 11:30 am East Greenbush Senior Center, 166 Columbia Turnpike , Rensselaer, New York 12144 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= 4-H Shooting Sports – Summer Archery Session Thursday, August 7, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton Fish & Game Club, Fish & Game Club Road , Castleton, New York 12033 The Rensselaer County 4-H Shooting Sports program will be offering and outdoor archery program for youth 8 years (as of 1.1.2025) and older at the Castleton Fish & Game Club.  The archery session will meet on Thursdays, July 17, 24, 31 and August 7 at 6:00 pm.  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 10th.  To register a youth or for more information, conact Eileen at emd32@cornell.edu Eileen DePaula, emd32@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext:104 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In Nassau Free Library Friday, August 8, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Nassau Free Library, 18 Church Street , Nassau, New York 12123 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! 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 8, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Stephentown Memorial Library, 472 NY-43 , Stephentown, NY 12168 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Stablemates Horse Show Saturday, August 9, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 Horse show open to all 4-H members. See Bernie for full details.  Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 12, 2025 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 in July to 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 ========================================= Fair Clean Up! Wednesday, August 13, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The Schaghticoke Fair, 69 Stillwater Bridge Road , Schaghticoke , New York 12154 4-Hers, volunteers and all staff come to do cleaning and prepping for the Schaghticoke Fair. Kandis Freer, kmf83@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 106 ========================================= 4-H Horse Program Development Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 13, 2025 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 on Wednesday, August 13th, 7 PM. Anyone who is interested in joining may do so. Please RSVP with Bernie to find out details and location.  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 Garden Programs- Do Tomatoes Love Cabbages? Wednesday, August 13, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 “Do Tomatoes Love Cabbages?” Wednesday, August 13 from 7 to 8 PM.The Vegetable Garden Team is exploring companion gardening, the theory that some plants grow well together, while other plant combinations may be less than successful.They are seeking to determine what plants benefit tomato plants and what plants inhibit tomato plants, and have planted a control to test their results.Come find out what happened during this presentation.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 14, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 21299 New York Route 22 , Hoosick Falls, New York 12090 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! 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 14, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Grafton- Evverett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road , Cropseyville, New York 12052 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! FREE Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Music Under the Trees: Band of Gold Saturday, August 16, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Our final concert of the summer series will continue in August with Albany's Band of Gold. Enjoy the sounds of vocals, guitars, bass, drums and keyboards all under the Hemlock trees of Dyken Pond. Free. Don't miss the chance to see a free concert in our beautiful amphitheater. FREE Catherine LaPorta, cl2752@cornell.edu, 518-658-2055 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 19, 2025 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 in July to 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 Tech Help Sand Lake Town Library Wednesday, August 20, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Sand Lake Town Library, 8428 Miller Hill Road , Averill Park, New York 12018 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. To make a reservation, call Michelle (518) 272 – 4210 or Email ms3756@cornell.edu to save your spot! Donation Accepted Michelle St. Louis, ms3756@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ext 108 ========================================= Summer Gardening Programs- Outstanding Perennials That Persist Wednesday, August 20, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43 , Wynantskill, NY 12198 Outstanding Perennials That Persist (note earlier start time). Want to save time, money and effort while gardening?Choose the toughest plants that are pest free and long-lived!This discussion will focus on perennial plants which are low maintenance, good looking, well-behaved and persist for decades or more.Master Gardeners and CCE staff will share examples of what grows well in Rensselaer County.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 ========================================= New York State 4-H Hippology/Judging Contest Saturday, August 23, 2025 8:00 am - 4:00 pm NYS competition for Hippology and Horse Judging Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, August 26, 2025 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 in July to 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 =========================================