Offices Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Monday, January 19th for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. ========================================= Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) Exam Review Course Wednesday, January 21, 2026 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Course Description:This course is designed to supplement study for landscape professionals interested in becoming a Certified Nursery Landscape Professional (CNLP). Select topics from the CNLP Training Manual will be reviewed. Folks new to horticulture, landscape management, and nursery production are welcome and encouraged to participate even without intention of becoming a CNLP.The CNLP exam is scheduled for March 19, 2026. You need to apply through the PlantNYS website to take the exam. Visit the “Becoming a CNLP” webpage at https://www.plantnys.org/becoming-a-cnlp to learn more. There is a separate fee for the exam which is administered by PlantNYS.Fee:$45 per session for hybrid sessions, except for session 5 (Feb. 18) which is a full-day, in-person only workshop; the registration fee for session 5 is $65 per person.Hybrid sessions only: the fee is $175 for those five hybrid sessions (session 5 not included).Full course: the cost is $240 for all 6 sessions.Sliding scale registration available; email Mina Vescera at mv365@cornell.edu for more information.Register for the entire course here.Hybrid sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 only - $175; ALL sessions - $240.http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CNLP_REVIEWYou will receive links to the recording of past sessions. Be aware, CEUs can't be earned from recordings.Register For Individual Sessions below:Individual Courses - https://ccesuffolk.org/events/2024/01/24/certified...CEUs will vary by session. (see sidebar) NYSDEC pesticide applicator recertification credits are offered for sessions 4 and 6 only. Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 ========================================= Winter Market at Eisenhower Park Saturday, January 24, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 If interested in becoming a vendor, email nassau@cornell.edu Jennifer Hochuli, jh2298@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext. 115 ========================================= Board Meeting - Organizational Monday, January 26, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 2026 Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. and typically end by 8:30 p.m.The Board will convene in open session and then move into Executive Session for discussion of confidential matters as allowed by law.Members of the public are welcome to attend. If you are interested in joining, please email nassau@cornell.eduNote: Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by emailing Jane Kraus at jk2824@cornell.edu two days prior to the meeting.Upcoming Board Meetings2026 Dates:Monday, January 26, 2026 - Organizational Meeting - CCE Nassau Main Office, SAC Building, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY 11554Remainder of 2026 dates TBA Sunday Coward, sfc66@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext. 101 ========================================= Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) Exam Review Course Wednesday, January 28, 2026 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Course Description:This course is designed to supplement study for landscape professionals interested in becoming a Certified Nursery Landscape Professional (CNLP). Select topics from the CNLP Training Manual will be reviewed. Folks new to horticulture, landscape management, and nursery production are welcome and encouraged to participate even without intention of becoming a CNLP.The CNLP exam is scheduled for March 19, 2026. You need to apply through the PlantNYS website to take the exam. Visit the “Becoming a CNLP” webpage at https://www.plantnys.org/becoming-a-cnlp to learn more. There is a separate fee for the exam which is administered by PlantNYS.Fee:$45 per session for hybrid sessions, except for session 5 (Feb. 18) which is a full-day, in-person only workshop; the registration fee for session 5 is $65 per person.Hybrid sessions only: the fee is $175 for those five hybrid sessions (session 5 not included).Full course: the cost is $240 for all 6 sessions.Sliding scale registration available; email Mina Vescera at mv365@cornell.edu for more information.Register for the entire course here.Hybrid sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 only - $175; ALL sessions - $240.http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CNLP_REVIEWYou will receive links to the recording of past sessions. Be aware, CEUs can't be earned from recordings.Register For Individual Sessions below:Individual Courses - https://ccesuffolk.org/events/2024/01/24/certified...CEUs will vary by session. (see sidebar) NYSDEC pesticide applicator recertification credits are offered for sessions 4 and 6 only. Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 ========================================= Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) Exam Review Course Wednesday, February 4, 2026 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Course Description:This course is designed to supplement study for landscape professionals interested in becoming a Certified Nursery Landscape Professional (CNLP). Select topics from the CNLP Training Manual will be reviewed. Folks new to horticulture, landscape management, and nursery production are welcome and encouraged to participate even without intention of becoming a CNLP.The CNLP exam is scheduled for March 19, 2026. You need to apply through the PlantNYS website to take the exam. Visit the “Becoming a CNLP” webpage at https://www.plantnys.org/becoming-a-cnlp to learn more. There is a separate fee for the exam which is administered by PlantNYS.Fee:$45 per session for hybrid sessions, except for session 5 (Feb. 18) which is a full-day, in-person only workshop; the registration fee for session 5 is $65 per person.Hybrid sessions only: the fee is $175 for those five hybrid sessions (session 5 not included).Full course: the cost is $240 for all 6 sessions.Sliding scale registration available; email Mina Vescera at mv365@cornell.edu for more information.Register for the entire course here.Hybrid sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 only - $175; ALL sessions - $240.http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CNLP_REVIEWYou will receive links to the recording of past sessions. Be aware, CEUs can't be earned from recordings.Register For Individual Sessions below:Individual Courses - https://ccesuffolk.org/events/2024/01/24/certified...CEUs will vary by session. (see sidebar) NYSDEC pesticide applicator recertification credits are offered for sessions 4 and 6 only. Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 ========================================= ​30 Hour Pesticide Training Course - February 2026 Wednesday, February 4, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Online Event FOR ORNAMENTALS AND TURF CATEGORY 3AOnlineFebruary 4, 11, 18 & 258:00am to 5:00pmPresenter: Arnie Linzer This course is approved by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and requires anyone supervising or applying pesticides to ornamental and turf to take a 30 Hour Pesticide Training Course before taking the NYS Exam to become a licensed Pesticide Applicator. The category and course covers the following control methods and materials: Herbicides and Pesticides for Turf Grasses, Ornamentals and Landscapes Pesticide Laws Pesticide Safety Labels Mixing and Storing Pesticides Pesticide Application Equipment Calculations and Calibration of Equipment Common Pests of Turf and Ornamentals Along with Other Topics of Importance to ApplicatorsCost: $700 - please pay through PayPal after registration. Must register by January 28th to receive manuals and supplies in time for first class. Late registrations are responsible for picking up manuals and supplies before the first class, contact Vinnie or Arnie for information.Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info".Click Register below to start registration process. After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to Paypal Cart to continue. For questions about the course contact Course Instructor Arnie Linzer at 516-263-7280 or algreenturf@yahoo.com.If you have any other questions, please contact Vincent at 516-565-5265 ext. 202 or email vad37@cornell.edu $700 Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/30hourpestfeb26_228 ========================================= ​Local Producer Education Series Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 Join CCE Nassau County, Taste NY, and fellow Long Island producers once a month for an evening of learning, networking, and expert insights to help take your business to the next level.Location:Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau CountyEisenhower Park, Special Activities Building, Parking Field 8East Meadow, NY 11554* Virtual Option has been added, although in-person is recommended!Wednesday, January 7th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Raising capital & types of lending and Business planning with your local Small Business Development CenterWednesday, February 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Growing out of your home kitchen: packaging, shelf life, and incubator kitchensWednesday, March 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Creating value-added products & zero-waste food practicesWednesday, April 8th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Food safety, licensing, and good manufacturing practicesWednesday, May 6th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Ecommerce, marketing, and finding buyers, with a special presentation from the Cornell Center of Excellence for Food and AgricultureCost: Free for existing vendors of CCE Nassau Farmers Market and/or Taste NY$10 per person per seminar (each person must register separately)$40 per person for total series (5 seminars)Click Register to start registration process. Each person must create a separate registration. Please note, be sure to check whether you are attending in person or virtually. In person is recommended!After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to PayPal Cart to continue. Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info". For questions please contact Sierra Harland at syh26@cornell.edu Sierra Harland, syh26@cornell.edu, 631-254-0414 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/localproducer2526_228 ========================================= Winter Market at Eisenhower Park Saturday, February 7, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 If interested in becoming a vendor, email nassau@cornell.edu Jennifer Hochuli, jh2298@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext. 115 ========================================= Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) Exam Review Course Wednesday, February 11, 2026 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Course Description:This course is designed to supplement study for landscape professionals interested in becoming a Certified Nursery Landscape Professional (CNLP). Select topics from the CNLP Training Manual will be reviewed. Folks new to horticulture, landscape management, and nursery production are welcome and encouraged to participate even without intention of becoming a CNLP.The CNLP exam is scheduled for March 19, 2026. You need to apply through the PlantNYS website to take the exam. Visit the “Becoming a CNLP” webpage at https://www.plantnys.org/becoming-a-cnlp to learn more. There is a separate fee for the exam which is administered by PlantNYS.Fee:$45 per session for hybrid sessions, except for session 5 (Feb. 18) which is a full-day, in-person only workshop; the registration fee for session 5 is $65 per person.Hybrid sessions only: the fee is $175 for those five hybrid sessions (session 5 not included).Full course: the cost is $240 for all 6 sessions.Sliding scale registration available; email Mina Vescera at mv365@cornell.edu for more information.Register for the entire course here.Hybrid sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 only - $175; ALL sessions - $240.http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CNLP_REVIEWYou will receive links to the recording of past sessions. Be aware, CEUs can't be earned from recordings.Register For Individual Sessions below:Individual Courses - https://ccesuffolk.org/events/2024/01/24/certified...CEUs will vary by session. (see sidebar) NYSDEC pesticide applicator recertification credits are offered for sessions 4 and 6 only. Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 ========================================= Offices Closed - Presidents Day Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Monday, February 16th for Presidents Day. ========================================= Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) Exam Review Course Wednesday, February 18, 2026 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Course Description:This course is designed to supplement study for landscape professionals interested in becoming a Certified Nursery Landscape Professional (CNLP). Select topics from the CNLP Training Manual will be reviewed. Folks new to horticulture, landscape management, and nursery production are welcome and encouraged to participate even without intention of becoming a CNLP.The CNLP exam is scheduled for March 19, 2026. You need to apply through the PlantNYS website to take the exam. Visit the “Becoming a CNLP” webpage at https://www.plantnys.org/becoming-a-cnlp to learn more. There is a separate fee for the exam which is administered by PlantNYS.Fee:$45 per session for hybrid sessions, except for session 5 (Feb. 18) which is a full-day, in-person only workshop; the registration fee for session 5 is $65 per person.Hybrid sessions only: the fee is $175 for those five hybrid sessions (session 5 not included).Full course: the cost is $240 for all 6 sessions.Sliding scale registration available; email Mina Vescera at mv365@cornell.edu for more information.Register for the entire course here.Hybrid sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 only - $175; ALL sessions - $240.http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CNLP_REVIEWYou will receive links to the recording of past sessions. Be aware, CEUs can't be earned from recordings.Register For Individual Sessions below:Individual Courses - https://ccesuffolk.org/events/2024/01/24/certified...CEUs will vary by session. (see sidebar) NYSDEC pesticide applicator recertification credits are offered for sessions 4 and 6 only. Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 ========================================= Winter Market at Eisenhower Park Saturday, February 21, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 If interested in becoming a vendor, email nassau@cornell.edu Jennifer Hochuli, jh2298@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext. 115 ========================================= Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional (CNLP) Exam Review Course Wednesday, February 25, 2026 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Course Description:This course is designed to supplement study for landscape professionals interested in becoming a Certified Nursery Landscape Professional (CNLP). Select topics from the CNLP Training Manual will be reviewed. Folks new to horticulture, landscape management, and nursery production are welcome and encouraged to participate even without intention of becoming a CNLP.The CNLP exam is scheduled for March 19, 2026. You need to apply through the PlantNYS website to take the exam. Visit the “Becoming a CNLP” webpage at https://www.plantnys.org/becoming-a-cnlp to learn more. There is a separate fee for the exam which is administered by PlantNYS.Fee:$45 per session for hybrid sessions, except for session 5 (Feb. 18) which is a full-day, in-person only workshop; the registration fee for session 5 is $65 per person.Hybrid sessions only: the fee is $175 for those five hybrid sessions (session 5 not included).Full course: the cost is $240 for all 6 sessions.Sliding scale registration available; email Mina Vescera at mv365@cornell.edu for more information.Register for the entire course here.Hybrid sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 only - $175; ALL sessions - $240.http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CNLP_REVIEWYou will receive links to the recording of past sessions. Be aware, CEUs can't be earned from recordings.Register For Individual Sessions below:Individual Courses - https://ccesuffolk.org/events/2024/01/24/certified...CEUs will vary by session. (see sidebar) NYSDEC pesticide applicator recertification credits are offered for sessions 4 and 6 only. Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 ========================================= Insecticides 101 Thursday, February 26, 2026 8:00 am - 11:30 am Online Event Online Course: INSECTICIDES 101For DEC Pesticide Recertification Category 3a, Ornamentals and Turf, 3 Credits and Category 3b, Turf, 1.5 CreditsFebruary 26, 20268:00am - 11:30amInstructor: Arnie Linzer This will be an online Zoom meeting course. The purpose of this course is to review and strengthen the important basics for the commercial application of insecticides on ornamental plants and turfgrass and will include the identification and control of insects on lawns, trees, shrubs and other ornamental landscape plants. Upon completion participants will receive a NYSDEC Approved Pesticide Recertification Training Course Certificate of Attendance for Applicator’s Records. This course is approved by the NYSDEC for Category 3a, Ornamentals and Turf, 3 Recertification Credits and Category 3b, Turf, 1.5 Recertification Credits.Location: This event is online.Requirements: Desk Top PC or Laptop computer with microphone, camera and internet access is required to take this course. For questions about the class contact: Instructor Arnie Linzer 516-263-7280 algreenturf@yahoo.com Cost: $120 Click Register to start registration process. After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to PayPal Cart to continue. Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info".For questions about the course contact Course Instructor Arnie Linzer at 516-263-7280 or algreenturf@yahoo.com.If you have any other questions, please contact Vincent at 516-565-5265 ext. 202 or email vad37@cornell.edu $120 Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/insecticides101feb26_228 ========================================= ​30 Hour Pesticide Training Course - March 2026 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Online Event FOR ORNAMENTALS AND TURF CATEGORY 3AOnlineMarch 4, 11, 18 & 258:00am to 5:00pmPresenter: Arnie Linzer This course is approved by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and requires anyone supervising or applying pesticides to ornamental and turf to take a 30 Hour Pesticide Training Course before taking the NYS Exam to become a licensed Pesticide Applicator. The category and course covers the following control methods and materials: Herbicides and Pesticides for Turf Grasses, Ornamentals and Landscapes Pesticide Laws Pesticide Safety Labels Mixing and Storing Pesticides Pesticide Application Equipment Calculations and Calibration of Equipment Common Pests of Turf and Ornamentals Along with Other Topics of Importance to ApplicatorsCost: $700 - please pay through PayPal after registration. Must register by February 25th to receive manuals and supplies in time for first class. Late registrations are responsible for picking up manuals and supplies before the first class, contact Vinnie or Arnie for information.Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info".Click Register to start registration process. After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to Paypal Cart to continue. For questions about the course contact Course Instructor Arnie Linzer at 516-263-7280 or algreenturf@yahoo.com.If you have any other questions, please contact Vincent at 516-565-5265 ext. 202 or email vad37@cornell.edu $700 Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/30hourpestmarch26_228 ========================================= ​Local Producer Education Series Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 Join CCE Nassau County, Taste NY, and fellow Long Island producers once a month for an evening of learning, networking, and expert insights to help take your business to the next level.Location:Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau CountyEisenhower Park, Special Activities Building, Parking Field 8East Meadow, NY 11554* Virtual Option has been added, although in-person is recommended!Wednesday, January 7th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Raising capital & types of lending and Business planning with your local Small Business Development CenterWednesday, February 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Growing out of your home kitchen: packaging, shelf life, and incubator kitchensWednesday, March 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Creating value-added products & zero-waste food practicesWednesday, April 8th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Food safety, licensing, and good manufacturing practicesWednesday, May 6th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Ecommerce, marketing, and finding buyers, with a special presentation from the Cornell Center of Excellence for Food and AgricultureCost: Free for existing vendors of CCE Nassau Farmers Market and/or Taste NY$10 per person per seminar (each person must register separately)$40 per person for total series (5 seminars)Click Register to start registration process. Each person must create a separate registration. Please note, be sure to check whether you are attending in person or virtually. In person is recommended!After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to PayPal Cart to continue. Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info". For questions please contact Sierra Harland at syh26@cornell.edu Sierra Harland, syh26@cornell.edu, 631-254-0414 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/localproducer2526_228 ========================================= Winter Market at Eisenhower Park Saturday, March 7, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 If interested in becoming a vendor, email nassau@cornell.edu Jennifer Hochuli, jh2298@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext. 115 ========================================= Core 101 Thursday, March 12, 2026 8:00 am - 12:45 pm Online Event Online Course: Core 101For DEC Pesticide Recertification Core, 4 creditsMarch 12, 20268:00am-12:45pm Instructor: Arnie Linzer This will be an online Zoom meeting course. The purpose of this course is to review and strengthen the important basics for the safe use of pesticides and administrative and reporting responsibilities for commercial pesticide applicators. Topics covered will include:The Label, IPM, Calibration, Formulations, Annual, Reporting, Contracts and Safety around pesticides.Upon completion participants will receive a NYSDEC Approved Pesticide Recertification Training Course Certificate of Attendance for Applicator’s Records. This course is approved by the NYSDEC for 4 CORE Recertification Credits.*Recertification Note: Core credits count for all categories; however, of the total amount of continuing education credits required for each category a minimum of 25% must be specific to that particular category. The remaining 75% due can be category specific, core, or any combination of the two. For more info. visit: https://dec.ny.gov/regulatory/find-permit-or-license/certification-categories-and-credit-requirements Cost: $160Location: This event is online.Requirements: Desk Top PC or Laptop computer with microphone, camera and internet access is required to take this course. For questions about the class contact: Instructor Arnie Linzer 516-263-7280 algreenturf@yahoo.com Click Register to start registration process. Please note in may take a full minute for screen to change. Do not refresh browser.After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to Paypal Cart to continue. Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info".For questions about the course contact Course Instructor Arnie Linzer at 516-263-7280 or algreenturf@yahoo.com.If you have any other questions, please contact Vincent at 516-565-5265 ext. 202 or email vad37@cornell.edu $160 Michael Fiorentino, mf628@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext 201 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/corepestmarch26_228 ========================================= Winter Market at Eisenhower Park Saturday, March 21, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 If interested in becoming a vendor, email nassau@cornell.edu Jennifer Hochuli, jh2298@cornell.edu, 516-832-2591 Ext. 115 ========================================= ​Local Producer Education Series Wednesday, April 8, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 Join CCE Nassau County, Taste NY, and fellow Long Island producers once a month for an evening of learning, networking, and expert insights to help take your business to the next level.Location:Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau CountyEisenhower Park, Special Activities Building, Parking Field 8East Meadow, NY 11554* Virtual Option has been added, although in-person is recommended!Wednesday, January 7th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Raising capital & types of lending and Business planning with your local Small Business Development CenterWednesday, February 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Growing out of your home kitchen: packaging, shelf life, and incubator kitchensWednesday, March 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Creating value-added products & zero-waste food practicesWednesday, April 8th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Food safety, licensing, and good manufacturing practicesWednesday, May 6th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Ecommerce, marketing, and finding buyers, with a special presentation from the Cornell Center of Excellence for Food and AgricultureCost: Free for existing vendors of CCE Nassau Farmers Market and/or Taste NY$10 per person per seminar (each person must register separately)$40 per person for total series (5 seminars)Click Register to start registration process. Each person must create a separate registration. Please note, be sure to check whether you are attending in person or virtually. In person is recommended!After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to PayPal Cart to continue. Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info". For questions please contact Sierra Harland at syh26@cornell.edu Sierra Harland, syh26@cornell.edu, 631-254-0414 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/localproducer2526_228 ========================================= ​Local Producer Education Series Wednesday, May 6, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CCE-Nassau Main Office, Eisenhower Park, Special Activities Center, Parking Field 8 PO Box 148, East Meadow, New York 11554 Join CCE Nassau County, Taste NY, and fellow Long Island producers once a month for an evening of learning, networking, and expert insights to help take your business to the next level.Location:Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau CountyEisenhower Park, Special Activities Building, Parking Field 8East Meadow, NY 11554* Virtual Option has been added, although in-person is recommended!Wednesday, January 7th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Raising capital & types of lending and Business planning with your local Small Business Development CenterWednesday, February 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Growing out of your home kitchen: packaging, shelf life, and incubator kitchensWednesday, March 4th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Creating value-added products & zero-waste food practicesWednesday, April 8th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Food safety, licensing, and good manufacturing practicesWednesday, May 6th 2026, 6:00PM-8:00PM - Ecommerce, marketing, and finding buyers, with a special presentation from the Cornell Center of Excellence for Food and AgricultureCost: Free for existing vendors of CCE Nassau Farmers Market and/or Taste NY$10 per person per seminar (each person must register separately)$40 per person for total series (5 seminars)Click Register to start registration process. Each person must create a separate registration. Please note, be sure to check whether you are attending in person or virtually. In person is recommended!After registering: Please make sure you continue to the payment screen. Click on Add to PayPal Cart to continue. Please note you do not need a PayPal account to continue, just simply choose pay with credit/debit and choose "Do Not Save Your Info". For questions please contact Sierra Harland at syh26@cornell.edu Sierra Harland, syh26@cornell.edu, 631-254-0414 Registration: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/localproducer2526_228 ========================================= Offices Closed - Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day. ========================================= Offices Closed - 4th of July Friday, July 3, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of the 4th of July holiday. ========================================= Offices Closed - Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. ========================================= Offices Closed - Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. ========================================= Offices Closed - Thanksgiving Friday, November 27, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp are closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. ========================================= Offices Closed - Christmas Day Friday, December 25, 2026 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County and DPF 4-H Camp will be closed for Christmas Day on Friday, December 25th. Happy Holiday!!! =========================================