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Getting vaccinated each year is the best way to protect yourself – and others – against seasonal influenza.
Annual flu vaccination is always strongly recommended for college students due to the highly contagious nature of influenza and the close proximity within which students live and study. Flu vaccination is especially important during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic to help prevent individuals from conflating symptoms or experiencing both illnesses simultaneously.
Each fall, Cornell Health partners with Wegmans Pharmacy to provide our annual on-campus flu vaccination clinics.
Clinics are:
- Open to all – students, staff, faculty, retirees, student spouses/partners, and other community and family members (age 3+)
- FREE for all students, staff, faculty, & retirees (other community members: the cost will depend on your insurance; most plans cover flu vaccination)
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Offering 3 vaccine types: Regular dose, senior dose (for age 65+), and thimerosal-free flu shots (learn more about flu vaccine types)
For more information and dates of the clinics, please visit Cornell Health's web page.
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Local U-Pick Apple Farms
Farms listed here are provided by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Agriculture Programs in S. Cayuga, Schuyler, and Tompkins Counties to help you locate foods grown or produced in our region. As with all U-Pick farms, it's a good idea to call to confirm crop availability.
Visit the New York Apple Association's website to learn about varieties, and to find events near you, recipes, fun facts about apples, information about NY State's apple industry, and more.
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Induction Cooking Demo Returns
Wednesday, September 21, 5:30-7:00 PM
Join Chef Rupert Spies and Guillermo Metz in the teaching kitchen at CCE-Tompkins for an "Induction Cooking Demo" - a free, in-person class to learn how induction cooking works and try your hand at cooking with electromagnets! See how much you can do with a very affordable single-burner induction cooktop.
Rupert and Guillermo will show you how induction works -- you'll be able to test out the superior power and control of induction and see how easily it can do things like boil water and melt chocolate, without burning it!
To sign up and reserve your space contact Guillermo Metz, Energy Team Leader, at 607-272-2292, x185.
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Two Filmmakers Visit Cornell Cinema
Cornell Cinema welcomes two filmmakers in the month of September:
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September 21, 2022, 7:00 PM. Cornell alumnus Justin Lerner ’02 will present his new film Cadejo Blanco as part of the Cine con Cultura Latinx American film festival.
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September 23, 2022, 7:30 PM. Oscar-nominated writer/director Whit Stillman presents a new restoration of his debut film Metropolitan.
Consider purchasing an All-Access Pass – now offered on an annual basis. For one incredibly low price, patrons are admitted to all regularly priced in-person and virtual screenings for the 2022-2023 academic year; discounted tickets are available for specially-priced events. Passes can be purchased online only.
View the current schedule and purchase tickets online at the cinema web page.
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Building Soils for Better Crops: Ecological Management for Healthy Soils
Thursday, September 22, 2022, 4:00 - 5:00pm
160 Mann Library
Organic matter was once extolled as the essential soil ingredient, but the availability of inexpensive synthetic fertilizers and the mass industrialization of farming after World War II have led to a serious soil crisis. What can we do to increase the vitality of soils today and for future generations?
In a live Chats in the Stacks talk about his book Building Soils for Better Crops: Ecological Management for Healthy Soils (SARE Outreach Publications), Harold van Es explains how soil health has degraded at the global level, and the steps that everyone can take—from home gardeners and small farmers to large agricultural corporations and food industries—to improve and preserve this essential resource.
Van Es is a professor of soil and water management with extension, research, and teaching duties. He leads the Cornell Soil Health Initiative and has served as both chair of the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences and as president of the Soil Science Society of America. Additionally, Van Es is the lead developer of both the Comprehensive Assessment of Soil Health framework and of a digital technology for crop nitrogen management called Adapt-N.
This book talk is sponsored by Mann Library. Light refreshments will be served.
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Tompkins County Quilters Guild Show - Traditions & Beyond
October 1–2, 2022, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TC3 Field House, 170 North Street, Dryden, NY
The Traditions and Beyond quilt show, hosted by the Tompkins County Quilters Guild, will display hundreds of quilts plus much more, including wearable art and special exhibits. Shop the vendors mall, participate in the silent auction and browse quilting books and magazines.
A beautiful quilt, made by the guild's members will be raffled off at the show. Tickets may be purchased from members or at the show. Admission is $6.00 per person, under 12 free.
The activities of the guild include bimonthly meetings, making quilts to donate to good causes, retreats, workshops, and social events. If you love quilting and want to share your enthusiasm with an active group, please consider joining!
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Self-Massage & Muscle Tension Relief Class
Thursday, October 13, 2022, 5:30-7:30 PM
Instructor Meredith Carpenter will explore ways to care for and nourish your body to support the process of grieving. She will teach self-care methods to help relieve muscle tension and encourage relaxation, and you will leave with the tools to continue these at home.
Learn about self-massage as well as ways to use our community resources for massage and wellness. Attendees will receive a complimentary day pass to the spa.
Class size is limited, and registration is required by October 10th. For more information contact the Bereavement staff via phone at 607-272-0212 or email.
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Cornell Concert Series: Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Saturday, Oct 15, 2022, at 3:00 PM
Bailey Hall
Hailed as “one of the finest ensembles of its kind in the world today” by BBC Music Magazine, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra is known for its exceptional performances and its extensive, multi-award-winning recordings. From re-imagining the classical masters and romantic greats, to sharing contemporary commissions, the musicians of the SCO travel around the world as proud ambassadors for Scottish cultural excellence.
This tour highlights an amazing Scottish National Treasure, violinist Nicola Benedetti, and features Anna Clyne’s Sound and Fury, Bruch’s Violin Concerto, and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 3, “Scottish.”
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Senior Troupe of Lifelong
The Senior Troupe of Lifelong is back in person fall of 2022 for their 23rd year. Join the other members as they perform stories from their lives as living history theatre, presented as choral theatre, with both soloists (you are telling your story) and the choir, which is the troupe.
Each season the troupe picks a theme, which is then worked on both individually and collaboratively to create a theatre/reading to perform. The troupe is directed and coordinated by Sue Perlgut. Meetings are on Thursday afternoons. Performance times vary. To see past performances visit their web page.
To register call Lifelong 607-273-1511.
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Caregiver Support and Educational Network - 10 Myths About Aging
September 20, 2022, at Noon via Zoom
Many make assumptions about aging, what it is like to grow “old”, and how older age may affect them. But as we are getting older, it is important to understand the positive aspects of aging (for ourselves and our loved ones) and the cultural/social aspects of ageism. Research has shown that you can help preserve health, mobility, and even happiness as you age by adopting or continuing healthy habits and lifestyle choices. In this session, we’ll be exploring 10 common misconceptions related to aging, older adults, and ageism.
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is being offered by certified leaders Rebecca Hyde, Sherry Pomeroy, & Cathy Caputo. Classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for an adult friend or relative. Whether you provide care for a spouse, partner, parent, or friend; whether you’re down the block or miles away, yours is an important role.
The classes give you tools to help:
- Reduce stress
- Improve self-confidence
- Manage time and set goals
- Better communicate
- Make tough decisions
- Locate helpful resources
Powerful Tools for Caregivers gives you the confidence and support to better care for your loved one—and yourself. Online classes will be held every Thursday for six weeks starting September 29 and ending November 3, 2022, from 3:00- 4:30 PM via Zoom.
The class, which is offered at no charge, includes The Caregiver Helpbook, a resource book for caregivers. Contact Rebecca Hyde at 585-645-4572 for more information or to register for the class.
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The Aging Mastery Program
Fridays, September 30-December 2, 2022, 1:00-2:30 PM
The Aging Mastery Program (AMP) empowers older adults to make and maintain small but impactful changes in their behaviors. AMP offers an innovative approach to help individuals successfully navigate this phase of life. The program incorporates evidence-informed materials, expert speakers, group discussions, and peer support to give participants the skills and tools they need to achieve measurable improvements in managing their health, remaining economically secure, and contributing actively to society.
Any Tompkins County resident age 50 and above is eligible to join. The value of this program is over $100 per individual, but Lifelong is able to offer this series FREE due to the generous support of the NYS Office for the Aging and the Tompkins County Office for the Aging.
The core curriculum includes 10 sessions. Participants need to be committed to attending no fewer than 7 of the 10 sessions.
The Aging Mastery curriculum includes the following weekly topics:
- Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery
- Sleep
- Healthy Eating & Hydration
- Financial Fitness
- Communicating with Your Doctor
- Advance Planning
- Healthy Relationships
- Falls Prevention
- Community Engagement
- Exercise & You
For more information and to register, please contact Teri Reinemann from Lifelong, at 607-273-1511.
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A Matter of Balance Program
Fridays, September 30 – November 18, 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and, as a result, restrict their daily activities. The YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County is presenting the award-winning program A Matter of Balance to help our community manage falls and increase activity levels. The program is being held with support from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.
Participants will learn to :
- View falls as controllable
- Set goals for increasing activity
- Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
- Exercise to increase strength and balance
Registration is $15 for YMCA Members and $30 for Non-Members. Send any questions to Gunnar Madison, Health and Wellness Director.
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Mental Health Support Group for Folks 55+
The Mental Health Association in Tompkins County is offering an open group opportunity to folks who are aging and who are experiencing or who have experienced mental health challenges. This group is open, no-cost and there is no commitment necessary.
There are two meeting times on Wednesdays via Zoom:
- Mornings from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Evenings from 6:00 –7:00 PM
Please contact either Larry Albro at [email protected] or Micaela Corazón at [email protected] for more information. You can also call 607-273-9250 with questions or to sign-up to join this dynamic group.
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Recycle your old fridge and get $75
Chances are your old refrigerator or freezer is adding to your electricity bill by an average of $150 a year. Recycle it, reduce your energy use and keep harmful materials out of landfills. NYSEG will pick it up for free and you'll pick up $75.
Now you can also recycle an old working room air conditioner with your qualifying refrigerator or freezer pickup appointment and get an extra $10!
Recycle in three easy steps:
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Schedule your pickup appointment online or call 888.646.3208.
- NYSEG picks up your appliance(s) safely from inside your home, or we can pick it up from outside your home with our no-contact pickup option.
- NYSEG mails you a check!
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Mary George Opperman Veterinary Patient Assistance Fund
Mary George Opperman, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, recently left Cornell after 26 years of service.
Mary dedicated her career to advancing a workplace that values and supports employees as whole persons. She was an ardent employee advocate, a devoted ambassador to the local and regional communities, and a true champion for the successes and achievements of our Cornell staff.
She is also an avid lover of animals and has never met a dog she wouldn't dote on. During the pandemic, Mary was often joined in her home office by her snoring American Staffordshire Terrier, Jake. On campus, she has always welcomed visits from the campus K9s - sometimes greeting the dog before saying hello to the accompanying officers.
In the spirit of her unwavering support of Cornell employees and families and her love of animals, the Mary George Opperman Veterinary Patient Assistance Fund has been established in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Funds will go to the care of animals owned by current and retired Cornell staff who may need financial assistance. To be eligible, veterinary care must be provided by the Cornell University Hospital for Animals.
To make a donation, please visit the fund web page.
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Temporary Athletic Ticketing and Game Day Staff
The Cornell University Athletic Ticketing operation provides our guests with the highest quality fan experience in a safe, clean, comfortable, and friendly environment. Our goal is to make every event a positive and friendly experience with the objective that our guests leave with lasting memories and a desire to return. Athletic Ticketing Game Day staff will provide excellent customer service, have strong interpersonal skills, and be approachable, responsible, dependable & punctual. These are casual (average of 19 hours or less per week) positions and are not eligible for benefits.
Game Day positions include:
- Ticket Seller - Working knowledge of computers and experience in handling money.
- Usher/Ticket Taker - Assist guests at athletic events by collecting/scanning admission tickets or passes from guests, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and locating such facilities as rest rooms and concessions.
- Parking Attendant - Responsible for taking payments for vehicles as they enter the parking facility, verifying guests with pre-purchased passes, and directing guests towards parking alternatives.
Physical requirements include standing for 4-5 hours at a time, both indoors and outdoors. If interested, please apply online.
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After-School Instructors Needed
Golden Opportunity (GO) is hiring part-time after-school instructors for the 2022-2023 school year. Must be available 2 pm – 5 pm every Monday - Thursday from October 2022 to May 2023.
Qualifications:
- Background in early childhood education
- Flexible, creative, and demonstrate the ability to connect, embrace, and celebrate students’ individualities and backgrounds.
- Oversee craft projects, cooperative games, and open-ended activities centered around students’ interests.
- Serve as a role model and understand what it takes to be a mentor: a safe, stable, and reliable adult in a child’s life.
GO follows the ICSD calendar for school closings and cancellations. Send resume and cover letter to [email protected].
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