Chautauqua County Master Gardeners Present 3rd Annual Symposium

JAMESTOWN, NY (January 21, 2025)- The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County Master Gardeners Program is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Gardening Symposium, taking place on Saturday May 3rd from 8:00 am to 12:45 pm at Jamestown Community College, Carnahan Center, 241 James St. Jamestown, New York 14701. This event brings together gardening enthusiasts, educators and experts to share their knowledge and inspire greener, more sustainable practices.

This year’s symposium features two dynamic keynote speakers:

• Sarah Sorci, who will explore the fascinating topic of native herbs and their role in sustainable gardening.
• Sally Cunningham, an area expert and favored speaker, will discuss native and pollinator plants, as well as the importance of habitat protection, and soil, plant and tree health.

In addition, a special School Gardens Panel will feature leaders from Jamestown public schools, providing insights and tips on gardening with children. The session will include a Q&A to engage attendees.

Information on registration and cost is coming soon! Please mark your calendar!

For more information email chautauquamg@cornell.edu or phone 716-664-9502 Ext. 203

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, connect and grow with fellow gardening enthusiasts. Mark your calendar and join us for this exciting event.

The Master Gardener Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE-Chautauqua). CCE-Chautauqua is a subordinate governmental agency with an educational mission that operates under a form of organization and administration approved by Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. It is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The association is part of the national cooperative extension system, an educational partnership between County, State, and Federal governments. As New York’s land grant university Cornell administers the system in this state. Each Cornell Cooperative Extension association is an independent employer that is governed by an elected Board of Directors with general oversight from Cornell. All associations work to meet the needs of the counties in which they are located as well as state and national goals. For more information, call 716-664-9502 or visit our website at

https://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/. Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal pro-gram and employment opportunities.

Last updated January 21, 2025