LEAF Junior Classes Begin October 2, 2019

JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK (September 20, 2019) -- Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County is offering hands-on workshops for youth ages 5-18 this fall. The LEAF (Learn, Empower, Achieve, Farm) Workshop series was created by Katelyn Walley-Stoll in 2016 and offered classes for beginning farmers and homesteaders. LEAF Junior offers similar classes for youth with a focus on traditional life skills.

The LEAF Junior series kicked off in the spring with a class on wool-felted soap. Youth learned about wool, working with fiber, and the art of wool felting. This fall six classes are being offered to area youth. Many of the classes were made possible by a large donation of fabric, notions, and a sewing machine from the Chautauqua Region Quilt Guild. Kate Ewer, 4-H Educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County, is excited about the new classes, stating, “LEAF Junior is a great opportunity for all youth, not just those who are enrolled in our 4-H program, to be creative and learn a new skill. Chautauqua County 4-H reflects the principles of positive youth development, experiential learning, and the importance of having fun.”

LEAF Junior classes are open to all youth ages 5-18. Youth who are not enrolled in 4-H and all youth ages 5-8 must be accompanied by an adult for the entire class. Classes will be held at the Carnahan Center on the Jamestown Community College Campus located at 525 Falconer Street in Jamestown. Nancy Johnson, 4-H volunteer extraordinaire, is teaching all workshops unless otherwise noted. For more information or to register go to www.cce.cornell.edu/chautauqua or call 716-664-9502 ext. 214. Please see the complete course list below.

Sew Your Own Pillowcase

Wednesday, October 2, 2019; 6:00pm

Create your very own pillowcase! This class is suitable for all youth who have sewn or who have never used a sewing machine. Bring a working sewing machine if you have one—all other materials will be provided. The cost of the course is $5.00 per participant payable via cash or check the night of the workshop. RSVP to 716-664-9502 ext. 214 or kde32@cornell.edu by September 25, 2019.

Jelly Roll Races—Easy Quilting

Monday, October 14, 2019; 10:00am

Learn the basics of quilting with Mrs. Nancy Johnson! Materials for the course are provided. Bring a working sewing machine if you have one but machines will be available to borrow for the evening. The cost of the course is $5.00 per participant payable via cash or check the day of the workshop. RSVP to 716-664-9502 ext. 214 or kde32@cornell.edu by October 9, 2019.

A Spooktacular Saturday: All About Bats!

Saturday, October 26, 2019; 10:00am

Bats! Your first reaction is spooky, right? Maybe not! Join STEM educator Molly Brown for a workshop all about bats. Youth of all ages are eligible to participate. Learn about bats and why they are so important. After learning about bat conservation, we will be making bat houses that you will take home. The cost of the workshop is $10 and it includes all materials. This amount is payable via cash or check, on the day of the workshop. Screw guns will be needed to make the bat houses, so parental supervision may be required for younger children. Please RSVP to 716-664-9502, ext. 214 or kde32@cornell.edu We'll see you soon!

Paper Quilling

Monday, November 11, 2019; 10:00am

Create beautiful art with paper! Bring your thinking cap and flex your creative muscles. The cost of the course is $5.00 per participant payable via cash or check the day of the workshop. RSVP to 716-664-9502 ext. 214 or kde32@cornell.edu by November 6, 2019.

Intermediate Leather Tooling

Wednesday, November 20, 2019; 6:00pm

This course is designed for youth who have some experience using leather tooling equipment. Youth will advance their leather-working skills. The cost of the course is $10.00 and is payable via cash or check the day of the workshop. RSVP to 716-664-9502 ext. 214 or kde32@cornell.edu by November 13, 2019.

Quilting Workshop—Two Part Class

Wednesday, December 4 and Wednesday, December 11, 2019; 6:00pm

Youth who are interested in learning more about quilting are encouraged to apply to this two-part class. Youth will create a few quilt squares that they can turn into the project of their choice. All materials and tools are provided. Participants can bring a working sewing machine if possible. Cost of the course is $5.00 per class payable via cash or check the day of the workshop. RSVP to 716-664-9502 ext. 214 or kde32@cornell.edu by November 25, 2019.

The 4-H Youth Development Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE-Chautauqua). CCE-Chautauqua is a community based educational organization, affiliated with Cornell University, Chautauqua County Government, the NYS SUNY system, and the federal government through the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. For more information, call 716-664-9502 or visit our website at www.cce.cornell.edu/chautauqua. Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.

Last updated September 20, 2019