Events

Dr. Marvin Pritts, Professor of Horticulture, Cornell University,

Dr. Monger is a Professor of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell

How does a community come together to navigate sweeping federal changes? Learn about the SNAP Work Group, a collaborative initiative formed in response to new federal requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD).

When federal rules changed, threatening to impact SNAP eligibility for many local residents, a coalition of human services organizations, the Tompkins County Department of Social Services (DSS), workforce development partners, and community advocates convened to create a robust, systemic response.

Join us to hear how Tompkins County has leveraged partnership and innovation to ensure residents stay connected to vital nutrition support.

Lunch is $25. All are welcome.

How do we create a more resilient, accessible, and sustainable food system for our community? Join us for an engaging presentation from the Food Bank of the Southern Tier on Tompkins Food Future, our local food policy council.

In this session, Sarah JP DeFrank (Director of Advocacy & Education) and Katie Hallas (Food Systems Manager) will provide an inside look at how this council brings together diverse stakeholders to address the challenges facing our local food landscape. Whether you are interested in community health, economic development, or simply the future of food in our region, this presentation will offer valuable insights into the power of collaborative food policy.

We look forward to a thoughtful discussion on how we can work together to build a hunger-free community.

Lunch is $25. All are welcome.

Join us to hear from last year's Outbound Youth Exchange as they present to the club on their time abroad

Learn how Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) connects Cornell University's research with local community needs through its network of independent county associations, including CCE Tompkins. The presentation will explain how research informs Extension's work in practical ways, clarify CCE's role in programs like SNAP-Ed and Medicaid, and highlight the community-based programs and initiatives led by the team to improve health and well-being across Tompkins County.

Lunch is $25. All are welcome.

Tompkins County has seen its share of traumatic events in recent months, impacting not only the community as a whole, but the mental well-being of the individuals on the front lines responding to those events. This week, we'll learn more about the work of two agencies in the areas of Critical Incident Stress Management and Peer Loss Support.

Discover how the Youth Entrepreneurship Market (YEM) is helping local students turn creative ideas into real businesses. Learn how young entrepreneurs gain hands-on experience through mentorship, workshops, and community markets, and see how the program is building confidence, leadership, and the next generation of business owners in Tompkins County.

Lunch is $25. All are welcome.

Learn how the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board connects job seekers, employers, and community partners to strengthen the local economy. This presentation will highlight workforce training opportunities, support for youth and adults facing employment barriers, and the Board's efforts to help businesses find skilled workers while preparing residents for rewarding careers in today's in-demand industries.

Lunch is $25. All are welcome.