Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Hoosick Falls Senior Center Thursday, March 12, 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 ========================================= Capital District 4-H TRACTOR SAFETY PROGRAM (HOSTA) Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This program provides an opportunity for youth to learn and practice safe working skills as they apply to an agricultural setting. They will gain hands-on instruction and experience in the safe operation of agricultural equipment and implements. The course consists of written work, farm tours, guest presenters and practical application. Participants must complete all written and in-person instruction in order to receive their certification.Open to youth ages 14 and older.Mandatory Zoom Orientation: March 12, 2026In person sessions April 6-9, 2026 (times will vary by day) Cost: $30 Register through this link : https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=4HTractorSafety-2026_241The fee is $30 for each participant. Payment through checks can be made payable to CCE Rensselaer or payment by credit card can be made at: Cornell Cooperative Extension | Donate Please make sure to include youth’s name and tractor safety in the additional notes section. 30.00 Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ========================================= Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Tech Help- Grafton- Everett Wagar Senior Center Thursday, March 12, 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 ========================================= 4-H Hippology Practice Friday, March 13, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tamarac/Brunswick High School, 3992 NY 2 , Troy, NY 12180 Hippology practice is for youth to learn about the science of the horse and equine industry information. Please note the March 13th location is yet to be announced. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= 4-H Horse County Horse Communications Event Friday, March 13, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CCE Rensselaer, 99 Troy Road Suite 203, East Greenbush, New York 12061 An event where members present demonstrations on a horse-related topic and are evaluated.  Members will be selected to move on to present at Regional Hose Communications.  Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= 4-H Horse Bowl Practice Sunday, March 15, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Gospel Union Church, 1039 Plank Road , Averill Park, New York 12018 Horse Bowl practice for youth to learn about the science of the horse and equine industry information. No fee – to register please email bw27@cornell.edu or call 518-272-4210. FREE Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Tuesday, March 17, 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 March. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo Grafton Senior Center on March 17th. 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, March 17, 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, March 17, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event Open to the public, Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer will be holding a 4-H Horse Program Development Committee Meeting on Tuesday, March 17th at 6:00 via Zoom. 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 ========================================= Lunch In The Garden "Indoor Mushroom Farming Demonstration" Webinar Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Curious about how gourmet culinary and medicinal mushrooms are cultivated? In this "show & tell" session, Rob Younkins, owner of Sovereign Farms in Hampstead, NC, will demonstrate how they inoculate, grow, and harvest popular mushrooms like Lion's Mane, Shiitake, Maitake, and Oysters. You'll learn the trials and successes of this unique farming style, the health benefits of this produce, and how you can adopt indoor/outdoor mushroom growing techniques this year at your own home!Registration is required.  Please register through the following link: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5Wa7NLzZRUWHotaDoAFPagAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to us at 518-272-4210.These free webinars, offered as part of the “Lunch In The Garden” series, use the Zoom platform and you must download the free software in advance. FREE David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= 4-H Intro to Robotics using XRP Wednesday, March 18, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County, 99 Troy Road , East Greenbush , New York 12061 Youth ages 12+ (no experience necessary)February 25th- March 18th, 5:30pm-7pmCornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth DevelopmentRSVP to Kandis Freer- kmf83@cornell.edu or 518-272-4210Space is limitedThe cost is $25 per youth. If financial, or other accommodations are needed, please let us know at the time of registration. $25.00 per youth Kandis Freer, kmf83@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 106 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Friday, March 20, 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 March. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at Hoosick Falls Senior Center on March 20th. 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 ========================================= 4-H Hippology Practice Friday, March 20, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tamarac/Brunswick High School, 3992 NY 2 , Troy, NY 12180 Hippology practice is for youth to learn about the science of the horse and equine industry information. Please note the March 13th location is yet to be announced. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Spring Garden Day 2026 Saturday, March 21, 2026 9:45 am - 3:30 pm Tamarac/Brunswick High School, 3992 NY 2 , Troy, NY 12180 Spring Garden Day 2026Celebrate Gardening -Keynote Speaker Lorraine Ballato-Choose classes from 10 different gardening subjects -Delicious lunch provided by the Rensselaer County Master Gardeners-Check out the merchandise at the Tool Sale and Plant Sale-Pick-A-Prize Auction, with something for everyone-Fabulous door prizes!Click here for full brochureClick here for registration page only 40.00 David Chinery, dhc3@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 114 ========================================= 4-H Regional Horse Bowl Contest Saturday, March 21, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm A contest that is like a quiz show that tests youth's knowledge of horses and the equine industry. Please check with Bernie for location and start and end times. Bw27@cornell.edu  Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Healthy Cooking Demonstrations for Seniors Tuesday, March 24, 2026 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 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 March. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at the Troy Senior Center on March 24th. 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, March 24, 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 Wednesday, March 25, 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 March. Healthy Living Educator Nikola will lead an interactive food demo at the East Greenbush Senior Center on March 25th. 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 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, March 25, 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, March 25th 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 Hippology Practice Friday, March 27, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tamarac/Brunswick High School, 3992 NY 2 , Troy, NY 12180 Hippology practice is for youth to learn about the science of the horse and equine industry information. Please note the March 13th location is yet to be announced. Bernadine Wiesen, bw27@cornell.edu, (518) 272-4210 ext 102 ========================================= Tuesday Treks: Every Tuesday at Dyken Pond Tuesday, March 31, 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 ========================================= Capital District 4-H TRACTOR SAFETY PROGRAM (HOSTA) Monday, April 6, 2026 12:00 am - 12:00 am This program provides an opportunity for youth to learn and practice safe working skills as they apply to an agricultural setting. They will gain hands-on instruction and experience in the safe operation of agricultural equipment and implements. The course consists of written work, farm tours, guest presenters and practical application. Participants must complete all written and in-person instruction in order to receive their certification.Open to youth ages 14 and older.Mandatory Zoom Orientation: March 12, 2026In person sessions April 6-9, 2026 (times will vary by day) Cost: $30 Register through this link : https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=4HTractorSafety-2026_241The fee is $30 for each participant. Payment through checks can be made payable to CCE Rensselaer or payment by credit card can be made at: Cornell Cooperative Extension | Donate Please make sure to include youth’s name and tractor safety in the additional notes section. 30.00 Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ========================================= Capital District 4-H TRACTOR SAFETY PROGRAM (HOSTA) Tuesday, April 7, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This program provides an opportunity for youth to learn and practice safe working skills as they apply to an agricultural setting. They will gain hands-on instruction and experience in the safe operation of agricultural equipment and implements. The course consists of written work, farm tours, guest presenters and practical application. Participants must complete all written and in-person instruction in order to receive their certification.Open to youth ages 14 and older.Mandatory Zoom Orientation: March 12, 2026In person sessions April 6-9, 2026 (times will vary by day) Cost: $30 Register through this link : https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=4HTractorSafety-2026_241The fee is $30 for each participant. Payment through checks can be made payable to CCE Rensselaer or payment by credit card can be made at: Cornell Cooperative Extension | Donate Please make sure to include youth’s name and tractor safety in the additional notes section. 30.00 Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ========================================= Capital District 4-H TRACTOR SAFETY PROGRAM (HOSTA) Wednesday, April 8, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This program provides an opportunity for youth to learn and practice safe working skills as they apply to an agricultural setting. They will gain hands-on instruction and experience in the safe operation of agricultural equipment and implements. The course consists of written work, farm tours, guest presenters and practical application. Participants must complete all written and in-person instruction in order to receive their certification.Open to youth ages 14 and older.Mandatory Zoom Orientation: March 12, 2026In person sessions April 6-9, 2026 (times will vary by day) Cost: $30 Register through this link : https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=4HTractorSafety-2026_241The fee is $30 for each participant. Payment through checks can be made payable to CCE Rensselaer or payment by credit card can be made at: Cornell Cooperative Extension | Donate Please make sure to include youth’s name and tractor safety in the additional notes section. 30.00 Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ========================================= Capital District 4-H TRACTOR SAFETY PROGRAM (HOSTA) Thursday, April 9, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This program provides an opportunity for youth to learn and practice safe working skills as they apply to an agricultural setting. They will gain hands-on instruction and experience in the safe operation of agricultural equipment and implements. The course consists of written work, farm tours, guest presenters and practical application. Participants must complete all written and in-person instruction in order to receive their certification.Open to youth ages 14 and older.Mandatory Zoom Orientation: March 12, 2026In person sessions April 6-9, 2026 (times will vary by day) Cost: $30 Register through this link : https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=4HTractorSafety-2026_241The fee is $30 for each participant. Payment through checks can be made payable to CCE Rensselaer or payment by credit card can be made at: Cornell Cooperative Extension | Donate Please make sure to include youth’s name and tractor safety in the additional notes section. 30.00 Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 ========================================= Capital District 4-H TRACTOR SAFETY PROGRAM (HOSTA) Friday, April 10, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm This program provides an opportunity for youth to learn and practice safe working skills as they apply to an agricultural setting. They will gain hands-on instruction and experience in the safe operation of agricultural equipment and implements. The course consists of written work, farm tours, guest presenters and practical application. Participants must complete all written and in-person instruction in order to receive their certification.Open to youth ages 14 and older.Mandatory Zoom Orientation: March 12, 2026In person sessions April 6-9, 2026 (times will vary by day) Cost: $30 Register through this link : https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=4HTractorSafety-2026_241The fee is $30 for each participant. Payment through checks can be made payable to CCE Rensselaer or payment by credit card can be made at: Cornell Cooperative Extension | Donate Please make sure to include youth’s name and tractor safety in the additional notes section. 30.00 Mamnenge Gbim-Gbande, mbg242@cornell.edu, 518-272-4210 =========================================