Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, March 18, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm February 25, 2026 at 7pmCCE Office at 50 West High StreetBallston Spa, NYMarch 18May 20June 17September 9 ========================================= AG Literacy Week March 16 - 20 Monday, March 16, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Calling all community champions and agri-enthusiasts! Saratoga County 4-H is rolling out the red carpet for volunteers during Agricultural Literacy Week, happening from March 16-20, 2026! We invite you to dive into the delightful world of "Seasons on the Farm" by Chelsea Tornetto, as you take a journey with second graders through the vibrant seasons of farming.This is not just a reading session; it’s an opportunity to sow the seeds of agricultural knowledge and nurture a love for farming in young hearts! With each reading session lasting about 30 minutes, you’ll share the magic of what farmers do throughout the year, followed by an engaging activity that will make those farming concepts come alive.Whether you’re an agriculture aficionado or simply a community service superstar, your enthusiasm is the fertilizer we need to help this event bloom! So come on, let’s cultivate some fun and make a meaningful impact together! To volunteer, please contact Kailey by emailing kek255@cornell.edu or calling the office at 518-885-8995.  ========================================= Sustainable Lawns Workshop Wednesday, April 29, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm We will help with how to properly take care of your lawn with low maintenance techniques, along with lawn alternatives to provide pollinator habitats.  THIS IS A ZOOM MEETING.  All proceeds benefit the Unlimited Garden. 10 ========================================= Canine training Classes Monday, May 4, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Monday Evenings beginning May 4th.  Agility, grooming and handling, obedience and more!  Call 518-885-8995 or email Kailey kek255@cornell.edu ========================================= Preparing Your Garden Friday, May 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Learn the Tips and Tricks of:What to Plant Together, Preping your Soil, Garden Layouts, Rotate your crops.THIS IS A ZOOM CLASS. 10 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm February 25, 2026 at 7pmCCE Office at 50 West High StreetBallston Spa, NYMarch 18May 20June 17September 9 ========================================= Memorial Day Monday May 25th Monday, May 25, 2026 12:00 am - 12:00 am Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= 25th Annual 4-H Scholarship GOLF CLASSIC Saturday, May 30, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic day of fun and philanthropy! We're thrilled to announce the 4-H Leaders Scholarship Golf Classic is now set for Saturday, May 30th at the beautiful Fairways of Halfmoon, located at 17 Johnson Road, Mechanicville, NY.This is your chance to swing into action for a great cause, as the event now boasts a new date and venue, making it even more exciting! Join us in our mission to uplift the incredible youth of Saratoga County and help us create unforgettable experiences that will shape their futures.Your participation is key, and together, we can make a huge impact! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Greg Stevens at the 4-H office at 518-885-8995 or grs9@cornell.edu. More information is also available at www.sc4H.org ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm February 25, 2026 at 7pmCCE Office at 50 West High StreetBallston Spa, NYMarch 18May 20June 17September 9 ========================================= Juneteenth - Friday June 19, 2026 Friday, June 19, 2026 12:15 am - 11:45 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the federal Juneteenth holiday of June 19. There are programs still in operation with some staff in the office and working remotely. About JuneteenthJuneteenth is a holiday celebrated on the 19th of June to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US. The holiday was first celebrated in Texas, where on that date in 1865, in the aftermath of the Civil War, slaves were declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation. In addition to a federal and New York State holiday, Saratoga County has declared Juneteenth a holiday. ========================================= Design Your Own Landscape Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm In this workshop you will learn how to plan and design a beautiful, functional outdoor landscape of your own.June 23rd at 6pm   This is an inperson event to be held at the 4-H Training Center at 556 Middleline Road in Ballston Spa in the William Schwerd Building. 25 ========================================= July 4th - Independence Day Friday, July 3, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Saratoga County Fair Tuesday, July 21, 2026 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Stop by our 4-H Animal Shows and show support for our 4-H youth, who have been gearing up all year to present their animals in various shows: goat, dairy cattle, sheep, English horse, Western horse, alpaca, beef, rabbit, cavy, poultry, along with the sheep and goat obstacle course, a rabbit agility competition, and pet care. Concerned about where your meat comes from? Stop by and place a bid at the 4-H Market Auction on Sunday. The auctioned animals have been raised and cared for by our 4-H youth. Visit Conservation Village and grab a snack from Dave’s chuckwagon, or visit with Dan-Dan the Mountain Man for some Living History while listening to live music by John Kribs and Friends. Try your hand at the 4-H Archery Booth and/or at the 4-H Shooting Sports Booth in Kingsbury Park. Visit The Wilsey 4-H Center and enjoy some interactive activities with our 4-H Club members, participate in a coloring contest, a scavenger hunt or watch a Robotics Demonstration. Saratoga County CCE’s very own Master Gardeners will be giving talks in the Townley Building throughout the week: • “Creating a Pollinator Garden at Home” with Mina Dunnam • “Composting” with Marcia Martin • “Bugs—Good, Bad & Ugly” with Lauri Dittmer • “Poor Man’s Propagation” with Anne Bateman • “What is Invading Your Backyard?” with Susan Beebe • “Pollinator Gardens” with Susan Beebe Also, in the Townley Building, Diane Whitten and her intern Ann Haden will be doing Culinary Demonstrations, including “Kids in the Kitchen” Culinary Activities at various times throughout the week: • Culinary Demonstrations - Learn How to Make Your Own Juice - Making Jam & Jelly - EggsTravaganza - Seasoning with Herbs & Spices - Making Kombucha and Fermenting Vegetables • Kids in the Kitchen - Blueberry Freezer Jam (Hands-on) After the kids make blueberry freezer jam, head over to the new sheriff’s building and have them correctly fitted for a bike helmet with our Occupant Protection Instructor Cindy Dort. Make plans to enjoy the 4-H Chicken BBQ on Thursday from 4 pm — 7 pm at the 4-H Snack Bar. Pre-order your dinner(s) here. On Saturday, visit The Wilsey 4-H Center for the 4-H Fashion Revue as our youth exhibit their Clothing and Textile projects that they have worked on during the year. Right after the Fashion Revue, head on over to Stewart’s Cattle Show Ring for the 4-H Young Farmers Olympics. It’s sure to be entertaining! ========================================= STEM WEEK presented by Robovines Monday, August 3, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm STEM WEEK $250 ========================================= Labor Day Monday September 7, 2026 Monday, September 7, 2026 12:00 am - 12:00 am Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm February 25, 2026 at 7pmCCE Office at 50 West High StreetBallston Spa, NYMarch 18May 20June 17September 9 ========================================= Columbus Day - indigenous Peoples Day - Monday October 12, 2026 Monday, October 12, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Veterans Day Wedmesdau November 11, 2026 Wednesday, November 11, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Our offices are closed.  Vererans Day originated from Armistice Day, which marked the end of World War I, but was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 to recognize veterans of all U.S. wars and peacetime service. On this day, communities hold ceremonies, parades, and events to celebrate living veterans, and the national ceremony takes place at Arlington National Cemetery. ========================================= Thanksgiving and Friday After Thanksgiving - November 26 and 27, 2026 Thursday, November 26, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Our office are closed for Thanksgiving, commemorating a 1621 harvest feast shared by the Pilgrims and Wampanoag. Modern celebrations involve families gathering for a large meal, often featuring roast turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. The day also includes traditions like watching parades and football, and it marks the unofficial start of the Christmas shopping season with the following day, Black Friday. ========================================= Christmas Day - Thurs Dec 24 and Fri Dec 25, 2026 Thursday, December 24, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= New Years Day - Friday January 1,2027 Friday, January 1, 2027 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will be closed in observance of the holiday. Messages will be returned the following day. ========================================= Martin Luther King Day Monday January 18, 2027 Monday, January 18, 2027 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Our Offices are Closed.  Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January to honor the life, legacy, and nonviolent activism of the civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.. It serves as a national day of service, encouraging Americans to volunteer and improve their communities in the spirit of King's commitment to justice, equality, and service. =========================================