Free Guided Demonstration Garden Tour Sunday, August 26, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Rockland County’s Master Gardener Volunteers for a tour of the Demonstration Gardens and a brief lecture on seasonally-relevant topics. Tours are the last Sunday of every month from April through October and include information about the ever-changing display of plants native to our region: perennials, ornamental grasses, annuals, herbs, ferns and more. Also come explore our fenced vegetable and perennial gardens. The combined tour and mini-lecture on the last Sunday of the month is approximately 1.5 hours long and starts at 1PM rain or shine. April 29th- Pruning • May 27th- Composting • June 24th- Fall Vegetables • July 29th- Herbs • August 26th- Native Plants • September 30th Spring Bulbs • October 28th-Winter Sowing Master Gardener Volunteers of CCE-RC plan and maintain the Demonstration Gardens, trying out new and different plants to determine their suitability for our area. Many of the plants are selected for drought tolerance or deer resistance. Others are chosen for size, blooming time and winter interest. Maintenance follows Cornell’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM encourages the minimal use of toxic pesticides. Demonstration gardens at CCE-RC include the Cutting Garden, Fern Garden, Herb Garden, Hillside Garden, Native Plant Garden, Ornamental Grass Garden, Ralph Snodsmith Perennial Garden, Rain Garden and IPM Fenced-In Demonstration Gardens.Pruning – A brief primer on how and when to prune and the tools needed to keep trees and shrubs healthy and attractive.Composting – This mini session covers composting basics and tips on how to get started with home composting.Fall Vegetables – Keep your vegetable garden producing through to frost by a late summer planting of fall vegetables.Herbs – Learn fun facts as well as the practical aspects of growing herbs, to spice up your life.Native Plants – Discover beautiful native plants to increase the diversity of your landscape.Spring Bulbs – Fall is the time to plant spring flowering bulbs. Learn about the best bulbs for Rockland County and how to plant and care for them.Winter Sowing – Learn how to start hardy seeds outdoors easily in mini greenhouses made from recycled plastic bottles. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities Free to Attend Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018 Wednesday, September 5, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations.The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution preventionCornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified.The cost  $35.00*– payable via CASH or CHECK– we do NOT take credit cardsAlthough payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required!Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class.This Certificate is the document required by the County.Registration Information:To register contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117*As of March 2016 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $35.00 $35.00 Cash or Check Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Putting the Garden to Bed Thursday, September 20, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library (10 W. Ramapo Road Garnerville, New York 10923) What should you do in the fall to ready your garden for spring? This program demonstrates the best methods to use in the fall to create the best garden in the spring! Learn what to do in the fall to improve soil quality, to protect perennials, tender plants, trees, and shrubs from winter conditions. Finally, the program will explain how to bring in the house plants, how to winterize tools, and how to prepare water sources for the winter season. This program will be presented by Master Gardener Volunteer Donna DeSousa.For more information and to register, please contact the venue. Free to Attend ========================================= Pruning Wednesday, September 26, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Clarkstown Continuing Education Congers Elementary School (9 Lake Road Congers, New York 10920) Pruning is essential to maintaining healthy and attractive trees and shrubs, yet many fear this simple and often pleasant task. This presentation will cover the proper use and selection of tools, common landscape trees and shrubs that need pruning, times of year to prune and the basics on how it is done. Participants will come away with confidence and knowledge on how to care for the woody plants in their landscape. Master Gardener Volunteer Steven Becker will be presenting this program.This program is being presented through Clarkstown Continuing Education. Please call the office at 845-639-5628 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= 4-H Junior Animal Science Program Monday, September 10, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm 4-H Junior Animal Science Program For Students in Grades 6 - 8 Thursdays, September 27 - October 11, 6:00 - 7:30 PM; Saturday, September 29, 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM; & Saturday, October 13, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Registration Limited to 20, Apply Early!Follow this link to register online: Animal Science Registration Portal The 4-H Junior Animal Science Program, sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County, is designed to give middle school youth an opportunity to explore animal science careers and concepts beyond veterinary science. In this 6-session series, participants will: • Visit local animal-related organizations • Engage in hands-on activities • Interact with professionals • Gain insight into career opportunities • Develop knowledge about animal care and behavior Parents/guardians of youth are responsible for transportation to and from session locations. All sessions will take place rain or shine – please dress for the weather. Program Schedule * Schedule is subject to change* Topic: Date: Time: Location: Aquatic Life - Eels and Benthic Macroinvertebrate Identification Thursday, September 27 6:00pm-7:30pm Cornell Cooperative Extension 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point, NY 10980 Animals and Agriculture Saturday, September 29 [Session 1] 11:30am-1:00pm Rockland Farm Alliance 220 S. Little Tor Rd, New City, NY 10956 Animal Shelter Management Saturday, September 29 [Session 2] 2:00pm-3:00pm Hi-Tor Animal Shelter 65 Firemens Memorial Dr, Pomona, NY 10970 Horses in Law Enforcement Mounted Police Unit Thursday, October 4 6:00pm-7:30pm Mounted Police Foundation of Rockland 1183 Haverstraw Road, Wesley Hills, NY 10901 Dog Day Care, Boarding, & Grooming Thursday, October 11 6:00pm-7:30pm Camp Bow Wow 101 Route 304, Nanuet, New York 10954 Zoology, Wildlife Rehabilitation, & Animal Nutrition Saturday, October 13 10:00am-1:00pm Trailside Museums & Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park Program Cost The program fee is $75.00* due with registration. Financial assistance is available for families with demonstrated need. *Registration fee must be paid in full prior to the first session of the program. 75.00 Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, 845-429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Putting the Garden to Bed Thursday, September 27, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tappan Zee High School (15 Dutch Hill Road Orangetown, NY 10962) What should you do in the fall to ready your garden for spring? This program demonstrates the best methods to use in the fall to create the best garden in the spring! Learn what to do in the fall to improve soil quality, to protect perennials, tender plants, trees, and shrubs from winter conditions. Finally, the program will explain how to bring in the house plants, how to winterize tools, and how to prepare water sources for the winter season. This program will be presented by Master Gardener Volunteer Donna DeSousa.This program is being presented through South Orangetown Continuing Education. Please call the office at (845) 379-1012 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= Free Guided Demonstration Garden Tour Sunday, September 30, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Rockland County’s Master Gardener Volunteers for a tour of the Demonstration Gardens and a brief lecture on seasonally-relevant topics. Tours are the last Sunday of every month from April through October and include information about the ever-changing display of plants native to our region: perennials, ornamental grasses, annuals, herbs, ferns and more. Also come explore our fenced vegetable and perennial gardens. The combined tour and mini-lecture on the last Sunday of the month is approximately 1.5 hours long and starts at 1PM rain or shine. April 29th- Pruning • May 27th- Composting • June 24th- Fall Vegetables • July 29th- Herbs • August 26th- Native Plants • September 30th Spring Bulbs • October 28th-Winter Sowing Master Gardener Volunteers of CCE-RC plan and maintain the Demonstration Gardens, trying out new and different plants to determine their suitability for our area. Many of the plants are selected for drought tolerance or deer resistance. Others are chosen for size, blooming time and winter interest. Maintenance follows Cornell’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM encourages the minimal use of toxic pesticides. Demonstration gardens at CCE-RC include the Cutting Garden, Fern Garden, Herb Garden, Hillside Garden, Native Plant Garden, Ornamental Grass Garden, Ralph Snodsmith Perennial Garden, Rain Garden and IPM Fenced-In Demonstration Gardens.Pruning – A brief primer on how and when to prune and the tools needed to keep trees and shrubs healthy and attractive.Composting – This mini session covers composting basics and tips on how to get started with home composting.Fall Vegetables – Keep your vegetable garden producing through to frost by a late summer planting of fall vegetables.Herbs – Learn fun facts as well as the practical aspects of growing herbs, to spice up your life.Native Plants – Discover beautiful native plants to increase the diversity of your landscape.Spring Bulbs – Fall is the time to plant spring flowering bulbs. Learn about the best bulbs for Rockland County and how to plant and care for them.Winter Sowing – Learn how to start hardy seeds outdoors easily in mini greenhouses made from recycled plastic bottles. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities Free to Attend Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018 Wednesday, October 3, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations.The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution preventionCornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified.The cost  $35.00*– payable via CASH or CHECK– we do NOT take credit cardsAlthough payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required!Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class.This Certificate is the document required by the County.Registration Information:To register contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117*As of March 2016 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $35.00 $35.00 Cash or Check Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Flowering bulbs from Spring through Fall Thursday, October 4, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Finkelstein Memorial Library (24 Chestnut Street Spring Valley , New York 10977) Flowering bulbs in your garden does not just mean growing daffodils in the spring. Learn how to grow a wide variety of annual and perennial bulbs that bring a succession of bloom from early spring through the fall. Also covered are strategies to keep your bulbs from becoming a furry critter buffet.Master Gardener Volunteer Donna DeSousa will be presenting this workshop.This program is presented by the Finkelstein Memorial Library. Please contact the venue for more information or to register. Free to Attend ========================================= Veterinary Science 4-H Career Exploration Program Monday, October 1, 2018 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) Follow this link to register online: Vet Sci Registration PortalMeet Domestic & Exotic Animals!Explore Veterinary Science Careers! Develop Skills with Local Professionals!This program is open to any youth in grades 9-12. Limited to 30 youth; registrations will be received on a paid, first-come, first-served basis.Registration Deadline: October 5, 2018Mondays October 15 - December 106:30pm-8:00pm(Snow Dates: December 17 & 18)Veterinary Science Career ExplorationThe 4-H Veterinary Science Career Exploration Program, sponsored by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County, is a program that gives high school youth an opportunity to explore veterinary careers and develop skills with experienced animal professionals.In this 8-session series, participants will:  Engage in hands-on activitiesInteract with professionalsGain insight into career opportunitiesDevelop knowledge about animal care and behaviorWhat is the Cost? The program fee is 125.00* due with registration. Financial assistance is available for families with demonstrated need. Registration fee must be paid in full prior to the first session of the program. Refund requests will not be accepted after the program has started.Parents/guardians of youth are responsible for transportation to and from session.Schedule is subject to change Date Topic Instructor October 15 Introduction to Veterinary Medicine Dr. Robert J. Weiner, County Animal Hospital October 22 Birds of Prey and Reptiles Brian Robinson, Wildlife Lectures October 29 Zoonotic Disease Dr. Susan Welsch, Allendale Animal Hospital November 05 Health Maintenance Dr. Ian & Jan Wetherly, Haverstraw Animal Hospital November 19 Large Animal Medicine Dr. James French, Suffern Animal Hospital November 26 Anatomy and Physiology Dr. Linda Atkins & Dr. Patricia Collins, Valley Cottage Animal Hospital December 03 Case Studies in Veterinary Medicine Dr. Kenneth Byman, North Rockland Animal Hospital December 10 A "Day in the Life" of a Veterinarian Dr. Michael Goldmann, Nanuet Animal Hospital December 17 & 18 Snow Dates 125.00 Kristin Ruggiero, klf37@cornell.edu, 845-429-7085 x 103 ========================================= Flowering Bulbs from Spring to Fall Wednesday, October 10, 2018 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Pearl River High School (275 East Central Avenue Pearl River, NY 10965) Flowering bulbs in your garden does not just mean growing daffodils in the spring. Learn how to grow a wide variety of annual and perennial bulbs that bring a succession of bloom from early spring through the fall. Also covered are strategies to keep your bulbs from becoming a furry critter buffet.Master Gardener Volunteer Donna DeSousa will be presenting this workshop.This program is presented at the Pearl River Adult Enrichment. Please contact Monica Muthig (845.620.3935 | muthigm@pearlriver.org) for more information or to reserve your space in the program. There is a fee for this program and you must register in advance. ========================================= Understanding Wine Thursday, October 11, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Clarkstown Continuing Education Congers Elementary School (9 Lake Road Congers, New York 10920) For those who have an appreciation of wine which goes beyond just drinking it, this program will explore the history of wine as well as the growing of the grapes and the making of the final product. We also will discuss wines from around the world and the wines which do best in each region, paying special attention to US wines.This program is being presented through Clarkstown Continuing Education. Please call the office at 845-639-5628 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program ========================================= Caring for Winter Holiday Plants: Amaryllis, Poinsettia, and Winter Cactus Tuesday, October 16, 2018 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Orangeburg Library (20 Greenbush Road Orangeburg, New York 10962) This program will begin with a general discussion on selecting and caring for indoor plants. Then, it will demonstrate how poinsettias, amaryllis, and winter cactus can survive beyond the holidays. By carefully placing these plants in the proper indoor environment, they can bloom holiday after holiday. Master Gardener Volunteer Vivienne Dieckmann will be presenting this workshop.Please contact the venue for more information or to register for the program. ========================================= Dealing with Wildlife in Your Backyard Wednesday, October 17, 2018 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Pearl River High School (275 East Central Avenue Pearl River, NY 10965) Deer and other wildlife are a constant threat to your plantings and home gardens. This talk will address the primary wildlife challenges in our area. It will discuss the behaviors and habits of the primary invaders such as deer, rabbits, groundhogs and chipmunks and suggest viable options for limiting their damage.Master Gardener Volunteer Ann Barry will be presenting this program.This program is presented at the Pearl River Adult Enrichment. Please contact Monica Muthig (845.620.3935 | muthigm@pearlriver.org) for more information or to reserve your space in the program. There is a fee for this program and you must register in advance. ========================================= Winter Container Gardens Wednesday, October 17, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Clarkstown Continuing Education Congers Elementary School (9 Lake Road Congers, New York 10920) This lively and informative presentation highlights valuable tips and easy techniques for growing ornamentals and miniature evergreens throughout the fall and winter. It will also demonstrate different methods of decorating the containers with branches, berries, and twigs for the holiday season. Through the use of live, winter-hardy plants and shrubs that have interesting texture and form, the winter container will provide long-lasting color through the cold, snowy months. This program will be presented by Master Gardener Volunteer Vivienne Dieckman.This program is being presented through Clarkstown Continuing Education. Please call the office at 845-639-5628 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= Winter Container Gardens Thursday, October 18, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library (10 W. Ramapo Road Garnerville, New York 10923) This lively and informative presentation highlights valuable tips and easy techniques for growing ornamentals and miniature evergreens throughout the fall and winter. It will also demonstrate different methods of decorating the containers with branches, berries, and twigs for the holiday season. Through the use of live, winter-hardy plants and shrubs that have interesting texture and form, the winter container will provide long-lasting color through the cold, snowy months. This program will be presented by Master Gardener Volunteer Vivienne Dieckman.For more information and to register, please contact the venue. ========================================= Caring for Winter Holiday Plants: Amaryllis, Poinsettia, and Winter Cactus Wednesday, October 24, 2018 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Pearl River Continuing Education at Pearl River High School (275 East Central Ave. Pearl River, New York 10965) This program will begin with a general discussion on selecting and caring for indoor plants. Then, it will demonstrate how poinsettias, amaryllis, and winter cactus can survive beyond the holidays. By carefully placing these plants in the proper indoor environment, they can bloom holiday after holiday. Master Gardener Volunteer Vivienne Dieckmann will be presenting this workshop.This program is presented at the Pearl River Adult Enrichment. Please contact Monica Muthig (845.620.3935 | muthigm@pearlriver.org) for more information or to reserve your space in the program. There is a fee for this program and you must register in advance. ========================================= Caring for Winter Holiday Plants: Amaryllis, Poinsettia, and Winter Cactus Thursday, October 25, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tappan Zee High School (15 Dutch Hill Road Orangetown, NY 10962) This program will begin with a general discussion on selecting and caring for indoor plants. Then, it will demonstrate how poinsettias, amaryllis, and winter cactus can survive beyond the holidays. By carefully placing these plants in the proper indoor environment, they can bloom holiday after holiday. Master Gardener Volunteer Vivienne Dieckmann will be presenting this workshop.This program is being presented through South Orangetown Continuing Education. Please call the office at (845) 379-1012 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= Free Guided Demonstration Garden Tour Sunday, October 28, 2018 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Rockland County’s Master Gardener Volunteers for a tour of the Demonstration Gardens and a brief lecture on seasonally-relevant topics. Tours are the last Sunday of every month from April through October and include information about the ever-changing display of plants native to our region: perennials, ornamental grasses, annuals, herbs, ferns and more. Also come explore our fenced vegetable and perennial gardens. The combined tour and mini-lecture on the last Sunday of the month is approximately 1.5 hours long and starts at 1PM rain or shine. April 29th- Pruning • May 27th- Composting • June 24th- Fall Vegetables • July 29th- Herbs • August 26th- Native Plants • September 30th Spring Bulbs • October 28th-Winter Sowing Master Gardener Volunteers of CCE-RC plan and maintain the Demonstration Gardens, trying out new and different plants to determine their suitability for our area. Many of the plants are selected for drought tolerance or deer resistance. Others are chosen for size, blooming time and winter interest. Maintenance follows Cornell’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM encourages the minimal use of toxic pesticides. Demonstration gardens at CCE-RC include the Cutting Garden, Fern Garden, Herb Garden, Hillside Garden, Native Plant Garden, Ornamental Grass Garden, Ralph Snodsmith Perennial Garden, Rain Garden and IPM Fenced-In Demonstration Gardens.Pruning – A brief primer on how and when to prune and the tools needed to keep trees and shrubs healthy and attractive.Composting – This mini session covers composting basics and tips on how to get started with home composting.Fall Vegetables – Keep your vegetable garden producing through to frost by a late summer planting of fall vegetables.Herbs – Learn fun facts as well as the practical aspects of growing herbs, to spice up your life.Native Plants – Discover beautiful native plants to increase the diversity of your landscape.Spring Bulbs – Fall is the time to plant spring flowering bulbs. Learn about the best bulbs for Rockland County and how to plant and care for them.Winter Sowing – Learn how to start hardy seeds outdoors easily in mini greenhouses made from recycled plastic bottles. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities Free to Attend Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018 Wednesday, November 7, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations.The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution preventionCornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified.The cost  $35.00*– payable via CASH or CHECK– we do NOT take credit cardsAlthough payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required!Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class.This Certificate is the document required by the County.Registration Information:To register contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117*As of March 2016 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $35.00 $35.00 Cash or Check Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 ========================================= Growing and Caring for Indoor Plants Thursday, November 8, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Clarkstown Continuing Education Congers Elementary School (9 Lake Road Congers, New York 10920) Extend your gardening season by growing tropical houseplants indoors all year long. Learn which plants grow best in your home environment and when to fertilize, to divide, and to repot the plants. This program will also include a discussion of keeping insects and diseases under control.This program is being presented through Clarkstown Continuing Education. Please call the office at 845-639-5628 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= Dealing with Wildlife in Your Backyard Thursday, November 15, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library (10 W. Ramapo Road Garnerville, New York 10923) Deer and other wildlife are a constant threat to your plantings and home gardens. This talk will address the primary wildlife challenges in our area. It will discuss the behaviors and habits of the primary invaders such as deer, rabbits, groundhogs and chipmunks and suggest viable options for limiting their damage.Master Gardener Volunteer Ann Barry will be presenting this program.For more information and to register, please contact the venue. ========================================= Caring for Winter Holiday Plants: Amaryllis, Poinsettia, and Winter Cactus Thursday, November 15, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Clarkstown Continuing Education Congers Elementary School (9 Lake Road Congers, New York 10920) This program will begin with a general discussion on selecting and caring for indoor plants. Then, it will demonstrate how poinsettias, amaryllis, and winter cactus can survive beyond the holidays. By carefully placing these plants in the proper indoor environment, they can bloom holiday after holiday. Master Gardener Volunteer Vivienne Dieckmann will be presenting this workshop.This program is being presented through Clarkstown Continuing Education. Please call the office at 845-639-5628 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= Orchids Thursday, November 29, 2018 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tappan Zee High School (15 Dutch Hill Road Orangetown, NY 10962) Orchids were once thought to be rare, intimidating plants which were available only to the h Today orchids are less formidable houseplants that are available to all. This presentation will discuss how orchids grow and how the average homeowner can care for them. It will examine various types of orchids as well as recommend the best species for a beginner. At the end of the presentation everyone will know the answer to the most asked question. "How do I get my orchid to rebloom?" This program is being presented through South Orangetown Continuing Education. Please call the office at (845) 379-1012 for more information and to register. You must register in advance and there is a fee for this program. ========================================= Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018 Wednesday, December 5, 2018 8:00 am - 10:00 am CCE Rockland Education Center (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, New York 10980) The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations.The class addresses the environmental effects of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point pollution preventionCornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering Fertilizer Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County to those interested in becoming certified.The cost  $35.00*– payable via CASH or CHECK– we do NOT take credit cardsAlthough payment can be made on the date of the class, Registration in advanced is required!Certificates of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of the class.This Certificate is the document required by the County.Registration Information:To register contact: Jennifer Strianese Administrative Assistant jas946@cornell.edu 845-429-7085 x117*As of March 2016 the cost for Fertilizer law will be $35.00 $35.00 Cash or Check Jennifer Strianese, jas946@cornell.edu, (845) 429-7085 ext. 117 =========================================