Events
2026 Dutchess County Fair
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
FIND US AT THE FAIR! We are heading to the 180th Dutchess County Fair, August 25 through 30, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County will be there all week!Visit our Master Gardener Volunteers at the Info Booth in the Horticulture Building. Bring your gardening questions a...
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Labor Day 2026
Monday, September 7, 2026
In observation of this holiday weekend, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County offices will be closed.
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Agritourism Webinar Series
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms str...
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Agritourism Answered Workshop
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Join us for an agritourism presentation with Melaine Rottkamp from Destination Dutchess and panel discussion with local agritourism operators.
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Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Co...
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CCE Cut Flower Webinar Series
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of...
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2026 CCEDC Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Our Board of Directors' Governing Policy:We will govern proactively with an emphasis on vision, encouragement of diversity, strategic leadership, clear distinction of Board and Executive Director roles, collective decision making, with a future focus, and a strong linkage to the people of Dutches...
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Introduction to Small Fruit Workshop
Monday, September 21, 2026
Join us for a presentation by Heather Kase, Berry Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension Eastern New York Horticulture. Learn about small fruit establishment, production, and management. Looking forward to seeing you there, and with any questions please contact Agriculture/Horticulture Pro...
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Introduction to Orchards Workshop
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Join us on September 30th for a presentation Dan Donahue, Tree Fruit Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension Eastern New York Horticulture. Learn about orchard establishment, tree fruit selection, meet fellow Hudson Valley farmers, and participate in a tree fruit Q&A! Looking forward to see...
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2nd Annual CCEDC Community & Family Fall Festival
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Child Supply Give-Away donation drop-off of gently used supplies until September 30th 3PM.Stay tuned for more event information, sponsorship opportunities, and vendor registration.Apply:SponsorshipApple Pie ContestantVendorFood TruckTabling -email your interest!
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Indigenous People Day/Columbus Day 2026
Monday, October 12, 2026
In observation of this holiday the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County offices will be closed.Cornell has long and historic ties to North American Indigenous Nations and communities. Our Ithaca campus is located on the traditional homelands of the Gayogo̱hó:nǫɁ (the Cayuga Nation), memb...
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Agritourism Webinar Series
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms str...
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Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Co...
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CCE Cut Flower Webinar Series
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of...
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2026 CCEDC Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, October 26, 2026
Our Board of Directors' Governing Policy:We will govern proactively with an emphasis on vision, encouragement of diversity, strategic leadership, clear distinction of Board and Executive Director roles, collective decision making, with a future focus, and a strong linkage to the people of Dutches...
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2026 CCEDC Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Our Board of Directors' Governing Policy:We will govern proactively with an emphasis on vision, encouragement of diversity, strategic leadership, clear distinction of Board and Executive Director roles, collective decision making, with a future focus, and a strong linkage to the people of Dutches...
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Agritourism Webinar Series
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms str...
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Veterans' Day 2026
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
In observation of this holiday the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County offices will be closed.
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2026 Stronger Together: A Family and Community Well Being Summit
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Stronger Together:A Family and Community Well Being SummitA free day of learning, resources, and connection for families, caregivers, and the professionals who support them.This summit is designed for both families and service providers, with programming that is practical, accessible, and grounde...
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Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Co...
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CCE Cut Flower Webinar Series
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of...
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Thanksgiving 2026
Thursday, November 26, 2026
In observation of this holiday, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County offices will be closed for the rest of the week so staff may spend restful time with family and friends.
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Thanksgiving 2026
Friday, November 27, 2026
In observation of this holiday, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County offices will be closed for the rest of the week so staff may spend restful time with family and friends.
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Agritourism Webinar Series
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agritourism Program Work Team for a monthly webinar series designed to support both new and established agritourism operators across New York State.This educational series provides practical guidance, timely tools, and real-world strategies to help farms str...
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2026 CCEDC Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, December 14, 2026
Our Board of Directors' Governing Policy:We will govern proactively with an emphasis on vision, encouragement of diversity, strategic leadership, clear distinction of Board and Executive Director roles, collective decision making, with a future focus, and a strong linkage to the people of Dutches...
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Business Development and Marketing Monthly Webinar Series
Tuesday, December 15, 2026
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension for a Business Development and Marketing Zoom series. These monthly webinars will take place on the third Tuesday of each month and focus on a variety of business development and marketing topics. All sessions will be led by content experts across the Cornell Co...
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CCE Cut Flower Webinar Series
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
2026 Cut Flower Webinar SeriesCornell Cooperative Extension’s Cut Flower Program Work Team invites cut flower growers to join a free monthly webinar series focused on practical, research-based strategies to support successful production. Sessions are held throughout 2026 and cover a wide range of...
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2026 Winter Break
Friday, December 25, 2026
Please note that in deep appreciation of our staff and their families, the offices of CCEDC will be closed December 25th.Wishing you a warm and safe holiday season and a prosperous new year!
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Christmas 2026
Friday, December 25, 2026
In observation of this holiday, the Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County offices will be closed so staff may spend a restful time with family and friends.Please note at this time of year, many staff members are taking time to rest and spend time with family. Please EMAIL or CALL if you h...
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