4-H Enrollment Zoom Office Hours Tuesday, October 6, 2026 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Need help enrolling for the 2026-2027 4-H year? Hop onto this zoom and 4-H Educator Sara Wagner will help you navigate 4-HOnline, dues, and paperwork. Can't make this time? Email Sara at smw352@cornell.edu with questions or to schedule a time for help at your convenience. Zoom link here:https://cornell.zoom.us/j/96127638933?pwd=AhdsoYJoDyXQsJruoHbQt9Cvro1m2V.1 ========================================= CLOSED for Columbus/Indigenous Peoples' Day Monday, October 12, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County will be closed for the Columbus/Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday. ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, October 14, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= Board Application Due Date Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:45 pm - 11:45 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 CCE-Cayuga is seeking County residents with diverse interests and backgrounds to serve as At-Large members of its Board of Directors. Board members guide and shape the direction of the organization’s many programs, oversee its finances and operations, select and evaluate the performance of its director, and other duties that help to ensure CCE-Cayuga effectively meets the current needs of Cayuga County residents.New board members would serve a 3-year term from January 2027 through December 2029, with an option to continue for a second term. The full Board of Directors meets in person at the CCE offices in Auburn on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30–7:00pm. Board members should plan to attend all meetings to ensure that we meet quorum, though occasional scheduling conflicts can be accommodated. There is no financial commitment required to apply or serve. New members of the board will be confirmed at the 2026 CCE Cayuga Annual Meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2026 or they may be appointed by the board between annual meetings. About CCE Cayuga Founded in 1914, CCE-Cayuga provides free or low-cost classes, workshops, services and information based on current research from Cornell and other Land Grant universities across the nation. Its programs are created in response to community identified needs, on topics that include agriculture, environmental issues, 4-H youth clubs and activities, home gardening,  and more. Learn more about our organization’s history and work. How to Apply:More information about the specific work of the CCE-Cayuga's Board of Directors can be found on the Application Form here:https://bit.ly/CayugaBoardApplication2026 Apply online through OCTOBER 15, 2026. Applicants will be contacted via e-mail with next steps. Please direct questions to Keisha Pase Dutton at kpd38@cornell.edu. There is no fee to apply or to serve. Keisha Dutton, kpd38@cornell.edu, 703-975-1033 Registration: https://bit.ly/CayugaBoardApplication2026 ========================================= 4-H Giant Pumpkin Contest Weigh In Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 Think that you can grow the biggest pumpkin? 4-H of Cayuga County would like to see you try! Youth under 18 years of age (4-H members and non-members) are invited to register now to join this contest to grow the biggest pumpkin. Weigh-in will be on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10:00-11:00 am (weigh in is promptly at 10:30 am) at the Ward O'Hara Agricultural Museum in Auburn.  A winner will be named for heaviest pumpkin. Prizes to be determined.Please complete one registration for each participant. Registration fee includes 2 Big Max seedlings. Payment can be made by PayPal or in the office. Seeds may be picked up in the office, 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn, after registration fees are paid.Contest Rules: Participants must be under the age of 18 as of January 1, 2026.One pumpkin per participant may be entered in the contest.Pumpkins entered in the contest must be Big Max variety. They do not need to be grown from the seeds provided with the registration fee.Participants must provide the majority of the care for the pumpkin plant.Participants must make the majority of the decisions about plant care.Fertilizers and pesticides must be used safely, appropriately, and according to label directions.Participants should be ready to describe how the plant was cared for and why to the judges at the event.Participants are responsible for transporting pumpkins to the event.Pumpkins should be free of excess plant material and dirt.Circumference will be measured at the largest point.Judges decisions are final.Important Dates: Registration Deadline: Monday, June 1, 2026 or when seedlings are all claimedPumpkin Weigh-in: Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Ward W. O'Hara Agricultural Museum, Auburn NYGrowing Information:Here's a Fact Sheet on Growing Giant Pumpkins compiled by Frank Clarke. $5 for 4-H members, $10 for non-4-H Members Sara Wagner, smw352@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Ext. 102 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, October 20, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= In-Person 4-H Enrollment Office Hours Tuesday, October 20, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Need help enrolling for the 2026-2027 4-H year? Stop by the October meeting of the Auburn Spark Club for in person help and all the paperwork in one convenient place.Youth are welcome to attend the October meeting and participate in the activity, register for youth attendance here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/AuburnSparkClub-26_205 Not a convenient time? Email Sara Wagner at smw352@cornell.edu to get your questions answered or to schedule a good time for in person help. Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= 2026 CCE-Cayuga Annual Meeting Thursday, October 22, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Sennett Volunteer Fire Department Hall, 3526 Franklin Street , Auburn, New York 13021 Please join us for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County, to be held Thursday, October 22nd from 6:00-7:30pm at the Sennett Fire Hall in Auburn.By popular request, this year’s event will be more family-friendly, and will include a 4-H activities to occupy kids 5-12 while the business meeting takes place. Older youth are invited to attend either the business meeting or activity. Parents will also be able to enroll their youth in 4-H at the meeting.Everyone is invited to enjoy walking tacos, Cornell Dairy Ice Cream, cider, donuts, and milk shakes while reviewing displays from our program areas. Our staff will share information and answer questions about the many successful programs and services they have provided over the past year to the residents of Cayuga County in the areas of agriculture, environment & natural resources, home horticulture, 4-H clubs and activities, and through sales and events at our Taste NY Market, which is staffed and managed by CCE-Cayuga in the NYS Equal Rights Heritage Center in Auburn.There will be opportunities to share your thoughts on our major program directions. CCE-Cayuga's connections in the community are among its greatest assets and we invite you to come and meet with fellow community members, collaborators, and others who share interests in Extension’s work. A brief meeting to elect 2027 Board of Directors members be held.There is no charge to attend, but please register so we will know how many guests to expect, at bit.ly/CayugaAnnualMeeting2026 or use the QR Code below.If you have a disability and require an accommodation, please contact cayuga@cornell.edu for assistance. FREE! Keisha Dutton, kpd38@cornell.edu, 703-975-1033 Registration: https://bit.ly/CayugaAnnualMeeting2026 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Moravia Thursday, November 5, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Moravia Masonic Lodge, 64 S. Main St. , Moravia, NY 13118 The Moravia 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Thursday, October 1st from 4:00 - 5:15pm at the Masonic Lodge at 64 Main Street in Moravia. The Club will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month: Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 1, Apr. 1, and May 6.Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. Every month a new subject and activity will be covered, from cooking to crafting to science projects!Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks".  Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.  Attendance is free and all materials are provided, Youth who are under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a parent.  Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=MoraviaSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= CLOSED for Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The CCE Cayuga offices will be closed in observance of the national Veterans Day holiday. ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, November 17, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, November 19, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Workforce Development Center, 248 Grant Ave , Auburn, NY 13021 The CCE-Cayuga Board of Directors usually meets on the third Thursday of the month beginning at 5:30pm and typically end by 7:30pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Meetings are held in the CCC's Workforce Development offices at 248 Grant Street, Auburn, NY. Our Annual Meeting often takes the place of the October Board meeting Daniel Welch, dlw56@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Ext. 109 ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The CCE-Cayuga offices will be closed in observance of the national Thanksgiving holiday! ========================================= CLOSED for Thanksgiving Friday, November 27, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The CCE-Cayuga offices will be closed in observance of the national Thanksgiving holiday! ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Moravia Thursday, December 3, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Moravia Masonic Lodge, 64 S. Main St. , Moravia, NY 13118 The Moravia 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Thursday, October 1st from 4:00 - 5:15pm at the Masonic Lodge at 64 Main Street in Moravia. The Club will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month: Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 1, Apr. 1, and May 6.Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. Every month a new subject and activity will be covered, from cooking to crafting to science projects!Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks".  Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.  Attendance is free and all materials are provided, Youth who are under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a parent.  Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=MoraviaSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, December 9, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, December 15, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, December 17, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Workforce Development Center, 248 Grant Ave , Auburn, NY 13021 The CCE-Cayuga Board of Directors usually meets on the third Thursday of the month beginning at 5:30pm and typically end by 7:30pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Meetings are held in the CCC's Workforce Development offices at 248 Grant Street, Auburn, NY. Our Annual Meeting often takes the place of the October Board meeting Daniel Welch, dlw56@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Ext. 109 ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Thursday, December 24, 2026 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County will be closed for Christmas, from 12:00pm on Thursday 12/24 through 4:00pm on Friday, 12/256. ========================================= CLOSED for the Holidays Friday, December 25, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County will be closed for Christmas, from 12:00pm on Thursday 12/24 through 4:00pm on Friday, 12/256. ========================================= CLOSED for the New Year's Holiday Thursday, December 31, 2026 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County will be closed 1/2 day on New Year's Even and all day on New Year's Holiday 1/1/26.  Happy New Year! ========================================= CLOSED for the New Year's Holiday Friday, January 1, 2027 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County will be closed 1/2 day on New Year's Even and all day on New Year's Holiday 1/1/26.  Happy New Year! ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Moravia Thursday, January 7, 2027 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Moravia Masonic Lodge, 64 S. Main St. , Moravia, NY 13118 The Moravia 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Thursday, October 1st from 4:00 - 5:15pm at the Masonic Lodge at 64 Main Street in Moravia. The Club will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month: Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 1, Apr. 1, and May 6.Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. Every month a new subject and activity will be covered, from cooking to crafting to science projects!Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks".  Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.  Attendance is free and all materials are provided, Youth who are under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a parent.  Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=MoraviaSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, January 13, 2027 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, January 19, 2027 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Moravia Thursday, February 4, 2027 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Moravia Masonic Lodge, 64 S. Main St. , Moravia, NY 13118 The Moravia 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Thursday, October 1st from 4:00 - 5:15pm at the Masonic Lodge at 64 Main Street in Moravia. The Club will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month: Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 1, Apr. 1, and May 6.Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. Every month a new subject and activity will be covered, from cooking to crafting to science projects!Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks".  Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.  Attendance is free and all materials are provided, Youth who are under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a parent.  Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=MoraviaSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, February 10, 2027 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, February 16, 2027 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, March 10, 2027 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, March 16, 2027 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Moravia Thursday, April 1, 2027 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Moravia Masonic Lodge, 64 S. Main St. , Moravia, NY 13118 The Moravia 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Thursday, October 1st from 4:00 - 5:15pm at the Masonic Lodge at 64 Main Street in Moravia. The Club will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month: Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 1, Apr. 1, and May 6.Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. Every month a new subject and activity will be covered, from cooking to crafting to science projects!Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks".  Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.  Attendance is free and all materials are provided, Youth who are under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a parent.  Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=MoraviaSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, April 14, 2027 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, April 20, 2027 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Moravia Thursday, May 6, 2027 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Moravia Masonic Lodge, 64 S. Main St. , Moravia, NY 13118 The Moravia 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Thursday, October 1st from 4:00 - 5:15pm at the Masonic Lodge at 64 Main Street in Moravia. The Club will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month: Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 1, Apr. 1, and May 6.Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. Every month a new subject and activity will be covered, from cooking to crafting to science projects!Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks".  Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.  Attendance is free and all materials are provided, Youth who are under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a parent.  Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=MoraviaSparkClub-26_205 ========================================= Open Crochet at Sew What Wednesday, May 12, 2027 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sew What, 25 Seminary St , Auburn, NY 13021 Crochet is a traditional fiber art that can be used to make many things including: decorative items, blankets, hats, accessories, clothing, and amiguri - cute little animal figures. Crochet is a technique that cannot be done by any machine therefore youth will be empowered to create in this truly human-based method. Crocheting engages a 4-Hers Head and Hands. They will learn to plan their project, gather materials, learn the needed skills, execute their plan, troubleshoot problems, and display their success.Meeting Time: Second Wednesday of the Month 5:30-7:00 pmMeeting Place: Sew What - 25 Seminary St. Suite 3Meeting Dates: Second Wednesday of each Month: 10/14, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14 and 5/12 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Youth 8-18 are invited to learn how to crochet and begin working on a crochet project of their choice. Classes will be taught by the experienced volunteers at Sew What and is open to youth of all experience levels, including total beginners. Youth who attend will also be prepared to take more of the community classes and open workshops offered by Sew What.Upon starting, the $5 material fee will cover needed items like hooks and yarn. This fee can be accepted at the first class in either cash and can be waived if it would otherwise prevent a youth from participating. Youth will be able to choose materials from the wide array of materials stocked in the Sew What store. Youth under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Completed crochet projects can be entered into the county fair this summer by enrolled 4-Hers. One-time fee of $5 for materials Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/FiberArts-26_205 ========================================= 4-H Spark Club, Auburn Tuesday, May 18, 2027 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CCE Cayuga County, 248 Grant Avenue , Auburn, New York 13021 The Auburn 4-H Spark Club starts up again on Tuesday, October 20th from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the CCE Office at 248 Grant Avenue in Auburn. The Club will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month: Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20, May 18Youth aged 5-18 are invited to these new, staff-led 4-H meetings. This is a great opportunity for youth to get to know 4-H and investigate their "sparks" or new areas of interest. Youth may attend one, some, or all meetings and may start attending at any time during the year.Projects started in these meetings can be entered in the 2027 4-H youth fair. Spark Clubs are open to all interested youth; enrollment in 4-H is highly encouraged but is only required for youth who want to enter their project in the 4-H Youth Fair or who want to use their 4-H experience on an application.Youth under the age of 14 should be accompanied by an adult.Registration is encouraged but not required. The link to register is below. While registration is not required, signing up is encouraged and we greatly appreciate it as it enables us to plan for materials (and snacks!). Also, any changes to scheduled meetings and programs due to weather will be emailed out to those who have registered. FREE! Katy Drake, kmd324@cornell.edu, (315) 255-1183 Registration: https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=AuburnSparkClub-26_205 =========================================