CLOSED for the Christmas Holiday Tuesday, December 24, 2019 12:00 am - 12:00 am The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Christmas Holiday Wednesday, December 25, 2019 12:00 am - 12:00 am The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for the Christmas Holiday Thursday, December 26, 2019 12:00 am - 12:00 am The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for the Holidays. ========================================= CLOSED for New Year's Wednesday, January 1, 2020 12:00 am - 12:00 am The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for New Year's. ========================================= CLOSED for New Year's Thursday, January 2, 2020 12:00 am - 12:00 am The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for New Year's. ========================================= Long Island Agricultural Forum Wednesday, January 8, 2020 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Suffolk County Community College (Eastern Campus 121 Speonk-Riverhead Road Riverhead, New York 11901-3499) The Annual Long Island Agricultural Forum is a two day educational conference, trade show and Networking Social open to all agricultural professionals. Multiple concurrent sessions of interest to growers in the commercial agriculture and ornamental horticulture industries will be presented.For more information check out the sessions brochure. And then download the registration form. Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-603-4332 ========================================= Active Parenting Wednesday, January 8, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4-H Youth Development (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Embrace the JOY of parenting! We are proud to bring the acclaimed Active Parenting program directly to you! This workshop will show you effective ways to… use nonviolent discipline that really works open up lines of communication—before they get clogged teach responsibility, courage, and other important character traits encourage school success in 7 steps prevent future problems with drugs, alcohol, and sex defuse power struggles with your children stimulate independence as your child grows older stop scolding and start smiling with your kids again!Most appropriate for 5 to 12 years olds. Participants must pre-register for this program by 1/6/2020. The non-refundable program fee of $75 is required at time of registration. To register call Jane Juran at 631-727-7850 x 340 (voicemail only) or 631-852-4957 (business hours only, no voicemail). $75; this includes a parent workbook Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Long Island Agricultural Forum Thursday, January 9, 2020 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Suffolk County Community College (Eastern Campus 121 Speonk-Riverhead Road Riverhead, New York 11901-3499) The Annual Long Island Agricultural Forum is a two day educational conference, trade show and Networking Social open to all agricultural professionals. Multiple concurrent sessions of interest to growers in the commercial agriculture and ornamental horticulture industries will be presented.For more information check out the sessions brochure. And then download the registration form. Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-603-4332 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, January 13, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= Active Parenting Wednesday, January 15, 2020 6:30 pm - 6:30 pm 4-H Youth Development (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Embrace the JOY of parenting! We are proud to bring the acclaimed Active Parenting program directly to you! This workshop will show you effective ways to… use nonviolent discipline that really works open up lines of communication—before they get clogged teach responsibility, courage, and other important character traits encourage school success in 7 steps prevent future problems with drugs, alcohol, and sex defuse power struggles with your children stimulate independence as your child grows older stop scolding and start smiling with your kids again!Most appropriate for 5 to 12 years olds. Participants must pre-register for this program by 1/6/2020. The non-refundable program fee of $75 is required at time of registration. To register call Jane Juran at 631-727-7850 x 340 (voicemail only) or 631-852-4957 (business hours only, no voicemail). $75; this includes a parent workbook Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Go, Slow and Whoa Game! (Families) English and Spanish Wednesday, January 15, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Brentwood Library (34 Second Avenue Brentwood, New York 11717) Come and play a family fun game while learning the difference between what we should eat every day and what is allowed for special occasions. Families will learn how to differentiate nutritious foods from the empty calorie foods that we tend to select. To register: 631-273-7883 Anthony Garcia, ag833@cornell.edu ========================================= Winter Seaside Exploration, Collect, and Create (6-12yrs) Monday, January 20, 2020 11:00 am - 2:30 pm Squiretown Park (62 Red Creek Road Hampton Bays, NY 11946) Create a coastal findings assemblage with artist Carolyn Munaco to support our Back to the Bays InitiativeAbout this EventParticipants will be led on an inspiration exploration hike through Squiretown Park and along the coastline of Peconic Bay. While on our hike we will collect beach findings to use in an assemblage we will create!Dress in warm layers & footwear to be outside and dress for a mess to be inside! Pack lunch!Register Here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-seaside-exploration-collect-and-create-6-12yrs-tickets-79544396431 $35 Carolyn Munaco, cjm427@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Tuesday, January 21, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= Eating Smart: Parent Toddler Workshop Tuesday, January 21, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Copiague Public Library (50 Deauville Blvd Copiague, New York 11726) Participants will learn how to make healthy meals for their toddlers using the Myplate food groups. There will also be a nutritious recipe to try.To register: 631-691-1111 ========================================= Long Island Greenhouse & Floriculture Conference Tuesday, January 21, 2020 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Hyatt Hotel and Conference Center (451 East Main Street Riverhead, New York 11901) This one day educational conference and trade show for greenhouse growers and industry professionals will address current issues and updates. 3.50 pesticide recertification credits available in Categories 1a, 3a, 24, 25, and 0.50 credits available in Category 23.You must bring your Pesticide Applicator ID Card with you and attend the whole program to receive credits.Please pre-register.Click here for Schedule of Events and registration brochure. $70 per person by January 13, $85 at the door. Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-603-4332 ========================================= Chick Incubation & Embryology Teacher Training Workshops Wednesday, January 22, 2020 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) For all grade levels, special education classrooms, day care facilities, 4-H clubs, libraries, girl and boy scouts. WORKSHOP TOPICS INCLUDE: Setting up and maintaining incubator and equipment Correct methods and practical tips for hatching eggs Candling eggs Chick care after they hatch Understanding the fertilization process Understanding egg parts and functions Activities and resource materials for the classroom/club Incubators, project supplies, and curriculum materials will be displayed and available for purchase during workshops. If you have 10 or more teachers from your district interested, we will come to your location.  Registration for embryology teacher trainings is now being done on camp brain at https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com Supply Forms Click here to download the Incubation and Embryology Supply Order Form 2019-2020.Click here to download the Fertile Egg Fact Sheet and Chick Return Policy. $50 per participant Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Active Parenting Wednesday, January 22, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4-H Youth Development (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Embrace the JOY of parenting! We are proud to bring the acclaimed Active Parenting program directly to you! This workshop will show you effective ways to… use nonviolent discipline that really works open up lines of communication—before they get clogged teach responsibility, courage, and other important character traits encourage school success in 7 steps prevent future problems with drugs, alcohol, and sex defuse power struggles with your children stimulate independence as your child grows older stop scolding and start smiling with your kids again!Most appropriate for 5 to 12 years olds. Participants must pre-register for this program by 1/6/2020. The non-refundable program fee of $75 is required at time of registration. To register call Jane Juran at 631-727-7850 x 340 (voicemail only) or 631-852-4957 (business hours only, no voicemail). $75; this includes a parent workbook Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, January 27, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= Active Parenting Wednesday, January 29, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4-H Youth Development (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Embrace the JOY of parenting! We are proud to bring the acclaimed Active Parenting program directly to you! This workshop will show you effective ways to… use nonviolent discipline that really works open up lines of communication—before they get clogged teach responsibility, courage, and other important character traits encourage school success in 7 steps prevent future problems with drugs, alcohol, and sex defuse power struggles with your children stimulate independence as your child grows older stop scolding and start smiling with your kids again!Most appropriate for 5 to 12 years olds. Participants must pre-register for this program by 1/6/2020. The non-refundable program fee of $75 is required at time of registration. To register call Jane Juran at 631-727-7850 x 340 (voicemail only) or 631-852-4957 (business hours only, no voicemail). $75; this includes a parent workbook Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Chick Incubation & Embryology Teacher Training Workshops Thursday, January 30, 2020 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) For all grade levels, special education classrooms, day care facilities, 4-H clubs, libraries, girl and boy scouts. WORKSHOP TOPICS INCLUDE: Setting up and maintaining incubator and equipment Correct methods and practical tips for hatching eggs Candling eggs Chick care after they hatch Understanding the fertilization process Understanding egg parts and functions Activities and resource materials for the classroom/club Incubators, project supplies, and curriculum materials will be displayed and available for purchase during workshops. If you have 10 or more teachers from your district interested, we will come to your location.  Registration for embryology teacher trainings is now being done on camp brain at https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com Supply Forms Click here to download the Incubation and Embryology Supply Order Form 2019-2020.Click here to download the Fertile Egg Fact Sheet and Chick Return Policy. $50 per participant Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Family Nutrition Game Night (Families) Thursday, January 30, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Central Islip Library (33 Hawthorne Avenue Islip, New York 11722) Participants will take part in preparing a nutritious family friendly meal while learning how to incorporate more vegetables into meals they already cook and eat at home.Nutrition Educators: Amy Bly, ab2353@cornell.edu & Halie Bloom, hrb55@cornell.eduTo register 631-234-9333 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, February 3, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= Chick Incubation & Embryology Teacher Training Workshops Tuesday, February 4, 2020 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) For all grade levels, special education classrooms, day care facilities, 4-H clubs, libraries, girl and boy scouts. WORKSHOP TOPICS INCLUDE: Setting up and maintaining incubator and equipment Correct methods and practical tips for hatching eggs Candling eggs Chick care after they hatch Understanding the fertilization process Understanding egg parts and functions Activities and resource materials for the classroom/club Incubators, project supplies, and curriculum materials will be displayed and available for purchase during workshops. If you have 10 or more teachers from your district interested, we will come to your location.  Registration for embryology teacher trainings is now being done on camp brain at https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com Supply Forms Click here to download the Incubation and Embryology Supply Order Form 2019-2020.Click here to download the Fertile Egg Fact Sheet and Chick Return Policy. $50 per participant Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Active Parenting Wednesday, February 5, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4-H Youth Development (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Embrace the JOY of parenting! We are proud to bring the acclaimed Active Parenting program directly to you! This workshop will show you effective ways to… use nonviolent discipline that really works open up lines of communication—before they get clogged teach responsibility, courage, and other important character traits encourage school success in 7 steps prevent future problems with drugs, alcohol, and sex defuse power struggles with your children stimulate independence as your child grows older stop scolding and start smiling with your kids again!Most appropriate for 5 to 12 years olds. Participants must pre-register for this program by 1/6/2020. The non-refundable program fee of $75 is required at time of registration. To register call Jane Juran at 631-727-7850 x 340 (voicemail only) or 631-852-4957 (business hours only, no voicemail). $75; this includes a parent workbook Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, February 10, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= Have a Healthy Heart Wednesday, February 12, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Elwood Library (1929 Jericho Turnpike Elwood, NY 11731) Join us as we explore ways to keep our hearts healthy and strong.To register: 631-499-3722 ========================================= Have a Healthy Heart (Adults) Wednesday, February 12, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Elwood Library (1929 Jericho Turnpike Elwood, NY 11731) February is National Heart Health Month. Participants will become more aware of the unhealthy fats in their diet and learn the MyPlate method for healthier alternatives. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to help participants make better choices.To register: 631-499-3722. Donna Ingram, dai4@cornell.edu, 631-464-4340 x 208 ========================================= Active Parenting Wednesday, February 12, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 4-H Youth Development (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Embrace the JOY of parenting! We are proud to bring the acclaimed Active Parenting program directly to you! This workshop will show you effective ways to… use nonviolent discipline that really works open up lines of communication—before they get clogged teach responsibility, courage, and other important character traits encourage school success in 7 steps prevent future problems with drugs, alcohol, and sex defuse power struggles with your children stimulate independence as your child grows older stop scolding and start smiling with your kids again!Most appropriate for 5 to 12 years olds. Participants must pre-register for this program by 1/6/2020. The non-refundable program fee of $75 is required at time of registration. To register call Jane Juran at 631-727-7850 x 340 (voicemail only) or 631-852-4957 (business hours only, no voicemail). $75; this includes a parent workbook Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Eat Better For a Healthy Heart - Adults, Families & Seniors Thursday, February 13, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Uniondale Library (400 Uniondale Avenue Uniondale, New York 11553) Come join us while we learn how to keep our hearts healthy and feel great!To register call 516-489-2220 ========================================= Eat Better For a Healthy Heart (Adults, Families & Seniors) Thursday, February 13, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Uniondale Library (400 Uniondale Avenue Uniondale, New York 11553) Participants will be able to identify the main source of unhealthy fats & sodium in their diet while learning to choose healthy alternatives. You will also learn an easy way to read the nutrition label. A healthy heart snack will be shared.To register call 516-489-2220. Donna Ingram, dai4@cornell.edu, 631-464-4340 x 208 ========================================= 2020 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program Thursday, February 13, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) The program is now for 9th through 12th grade (was previously open to 10th through 12th). This is NOT a hands-on program. This program includes:Veterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 29 or March 8, 2020Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at the Ag Hall at the Suffolk County FarmLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and Admissions InformationLarge animal & mixed animal practicesPoultry & Production medicineSmall & companion animal medicineZoo medicine & exoticsSpecializations in: Radiology, Lab Animal Medicine, Emergency Critical Care, Animal BehaviorStudent receives Certificate of Completion if requirements are fulfilled. Program graduates eligible for LIVMA Veterinary School Scholarship.Pre-registration is required.Registration for the program opens October 7th, 2019. Registration is now being done online through camp brain: https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $100 - One parent is welcome to attend at no additional fee. Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= So Many Mollusks! (Babylon) Tuesday, February 18, 2020 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) Ever wonder what is a Mollusk? Well, come find out as we explore the amazing world of sea snails, squid, clams and all their relatives. Touch these live creatures and discover what makes them so slick. Take home a slippery craft all your own! Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. This is a Drop-off Program.Ages 9-12: Tuesday, February 18, 20209:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pmAges 9-12: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pm  $34 per child Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= So Many Mollusks! (Babylon) Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) Ever wonder what is a Mollusk? Well, come find out as we explore the amazing world of sea snails, squid, clams and all their relatives. Touch these live creatures and discover what makes them so slick. Take home a slippery craft all your own! Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. This is a Drop-off Program.Ages 9-12: Tuesday, February 18, 20209:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pmAges 9-12: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pm  $34 per child Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Marine Habitat Diorama (6-12yrs) Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Squiretown Park (62 Red Creek Road Hampton Bays, NY 11946) Learn about our local marine habitats and explore the coastline of Peconic Bay in search of materials to create a marine habitat diorama!About this EventParticipants will be led on an inspiration hike through Squiretown Park and along the coastline of Peconic Bay. While on our hike students will collect coastal findings (in addition to other materials provided), to create their very own marine habitat diorama.Dress in warm layers & footwear to be outside and dress for a mess to be inside! Pack a snack!Register Here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marine-habitat-diorama-6-12yrs-tickets-79547481659 $30 Carolyn Munaco, cjm427@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= So Many Mollusks! (Babylon) Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) Ever wonder what is a Mollusk? Well, come find out as we explore the amazing world of sea snails, squid, clams and all their relatives. Touch these live creatures and discover what makes them so slick. Take home a slippery craft all your own! Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. This is a Drop-off Program.Ages 9-12: Tuesday, February 18, 20209:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pmAges 9-12: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pm  $34 per child Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Feathered Friends of Winter (6-12yrs) Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Squiretown Park (62 Red Creek Road Hampton Bays, NY 11946) Learn about coastal birds that call the East End of Long Island home in the winter and then create an acrylic painting of a bird of your choice.About this EventParticipants will be led on an inspiration and birding hike through Squiretown Park and along the coastline of Peconic Bay.Students will then be guided on creating an acrylic painting on canvas of a local coastal winter bird of their choice!Dress in warm layers & footwear to be outside and dress for a mess to be inside!! Pack a snack!Register Here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/feathered-friends-of-winter-6-12yrs-tickets-82874099663 $30 Carolyn Munaco, cjm427@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= So Many Mollusks! (Babylon) Wednesday, February 19, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) Ever wonder what is a Mollusk? Well, come find out as we explore the amazing world of sea snails, squid, clams and all their relatives. Touch these live creatures and discover what makes them so slick. Take home a slippery craft all your own! Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. This is a Drop-off Program.Ages 9-12: Tuesday, February 18, 20209:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pmAges 9-12: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:30am-12noon OR 1-3:30pm  $34 per child Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Let’s get Moving! (Adults and Families) English & Spanish Wednesday, February 19, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Brentwood Library (34 Second Avenue Brentwood, New York 11717) Families will learn the importance of being active every day and the important role it has for our health.To register 631-273-7883 Anthony Garcia, ag833@cornell.edu ========================================= Migrating Seals (6-12yrs) Thursday, February 20, 2020 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Squiretown Park (62 Red Creek Road Hampton Bays, NY 11946) Learn about migrating seals that visit Long Island in the winter and then create a seal sculpture assemblage with artist Carolyn MunacoAbout this EventStudents will learn about migrating seals that visit Long Island during the winter months.Participants will go be guided through creating a seal sculpture assemblage using clay, acrylic paint, and collected rocks on canvas. We will also go for a hike to look for seals along the shoreline of Peconic BayDress in warm layers & footwear to be outside and dress for a mess to be inside! Pack a snack!Register Here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/migrating-seals-6-12yrs-tickets-79552705283 $30 Carolyn Munaco, cjm427@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= Marine Currents, Tides, And Marine Debris (6-12yrs) Friday, February 21, 2020 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Squiretown Park (62 Red Creek Road Hampton Bays, NY 11946) Go explore along the coastline of Peconic Bay and collect materials to create a marine debris assemblage with artist local Carolyn MunacoAbout this EventParticipants will be led on an exploratory hike along the coastline of Peconic Bay. While on our hike we will observe the tide, the current, and the location and contents of the wrack lines. We will collect marine debris and data to use in an educational collage to share with family, friends, and peers!Dress in warm layers & footwear to be outside and dress for a mess to be inside! Pack a snack!Register Here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marine-currents-tides-and-marine-debris-6-12yrs-tickets-79555313083 $30 Carolyn Munaco, cjm427@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= Arctic Animals for Mini-Marine Biologists (Babylon) Sunday, February 23, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) (Ages 3-5 with 1 adult)Explore the frozen world of creatures that call the Arctic and Antarctic home. How do they do it! Make a cool craft with your preschooler to take with you! Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. $27 per child (includes 1 adult, each addt'l adult $5) Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, February 24, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= 2020 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program Thursday, February 27, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) The program is now for 9th through 12th grade (was previously open to 10th through 12th). This is NOT a hands-on program. This program includes:Veterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 29 or March 8, 2020Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at the Ag Hall at the Suffolk County FarmLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and Admissions InformationLarge animal & mixed animal practicesPoultry & Production medicineSmall & companion animal medicineZoo medicine & exoticsSpecializations in: Radiology, Lab Animal Medicine, Emergency Critical Care, Animal BehaviorStudent receives Certificate of Completion if requirements are fulfilled. Program graduates eligible for LIVMA Veterinary School Scholarship.Pre-registration is required.Registration for the program opens October 7th, 2019. Registration is now being done online through camp brain: https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $100 - One parent is welcome to attend at no additional fee. Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, March 2, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= 2020 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program Thursday, March 5, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) The program is now for 9th through 12th grade (was previously open to 10th through 12th). This is NOT a hands-on program. This program includes:Veterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 29 or March 8, 2020Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at the Ag Hall at the Suffolk County FarmLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and Admissions InformationLarge animal & mixed animal practicesPoultry & Production medicineSmall & companion animal medicineZoo medicine & exoticsSpecializations in: Radiology, Lab Animal Medicine, Emergency Critical Care, Animal BehaviorStudent receives Certificate of Completion if requirements are fulfilled. Program graduates eligible for LIVMA Veterinary School Scholarship.Pre-registration is required.Registration for the program opens October 7th, 2019. Registration is now being done online through camp brain: https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $100 - One parent is welcome to attend at no additional fee. Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Jr. Iron Chef Saturday, March 7, 2020 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Whole Foods Market (120 New Moriches Road Lake Grove, NY 11755) Join us for the annual Junior Iron Chef Competition! Middle and high school students are invited to compete, in teams of 3-5, to create unique dishes that feature local and USDA commodity ingredients. The goal is to create an awareness and appreciation of the sustainable food system and to get schools committed to providing quality, locally-grown foods for their students. Have an elementary school team? Call us for more information on how to participate! Nicole Fiorentino, nf76@cornell.edu, 631-852-4608 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, March 9, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= 2020 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program Thursday, March 12, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) The program is now for 9th through 12th grade (was previously open to 10th through 12th). This is NOT a hands-on program. This program includes:Veterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 29 or March 8, 2020Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at the Ag Hall at the Suffolk County FarmLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and Admissions InformationLarge animal & mixed animal practicesPoultry & Production medicineSmall & companion animal medicineZoo medicine & exoticsSpecializations in: Radiology, Lab Animal Medicine, Emergency Critical Care, Animal BehaviorStudent receives Certificate of Completion if requirements are fulfilled. Program graduates eligible for LIVMA Veterinary School Scholarship.Pre-registration is required.Registration for the program opens October 7th, 2019. Registration is now being done online through camp brain: https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $100 - One parent is welcome to attend at no additional fee. Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Winter Learn and Play 2020 Monday, March 16, 2020 10:30 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) Join us for fun on the farm! Explore our farm with hands-on-activities, stories, songs, crafts and a wagon ride (weather permitting) and visit the animals. Each session has been designed to accentuate the child/caregiver learning experience. The Snowy Day - 1/13 - 1/18The Little Red Hen - 1/21 - 1/25Going to Sleep on the Farm - 1/27 - 2/1Groundhogs Secret - 2/3 - 2/8Guess How Much I Love You - 2/10 - 2/15Is Your Mama a Llama? - 2/24 - 2/29Can I Have a Stegosaurus Mom? - 3/2 - 3/7Where The Wild Things Are - 3/9 - 3/135 Little Ducks - 3/16 - 3/21Preregistration Online is required - https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $14 per child, per class. Must register for minimum of 4 classes. Siblings over 12 months, $7. Siblings under 12 months free. Allison Grief, ag263@cornell.edu, 631-852-4627 ========================================= 2020 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program Thursday, March 19, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center (350 Yaphank Avenue Yaphank, New York 11980) The program is now for 9th through 12th grade (was previously open to 10th through 12th). This is NOT a hands-on program. This program includes:Veterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 29 or March 8, 2020Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at the Ag Hall at the Suffolk County FarmLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and Admissions InformationLarge animal & mixed animal practicesPoultry & Production medicineSmall & companion animal medicineZoo medicine & exoticsSpecializations in: Radiology, Lab Animal Medicine, Emergency Critical Care, Animal BehaviorStudent receives Certificate of Completion if requirements are fulfilled. Program graduates eligible for LIVMA Veterinary School Scholarship.Pre-registration is required.Registration for the program opens October 7th, 2019. Registration is now being done online through camp brain: https://suffolkcountyfarm.campbrainregistration.com $100 - One parent is welcome to attend at no additional fee. Kate Perz, kp99@cornell.edu, 631-852-4603 ========================================= Sharks! For Mini-Marine Biologists (Babylon) Sunday, March 22, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) (Ages 3-5 with 1 adult)Explore the biology and ecology of these fascinating creatures, and learn about conservation efforts to save these misunderstood predators. Touch shark jaws, eggs, teeth, and other artifacts as you learn some fun facts about these top oceanic predators. Make an awesome shark tooth necklace to take home! Space is limited!!! Pre-registration required for all programs. $27 per child (includes 1 adult, each addt'l adult $5) Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Spring Beach Walk (Babylon) Tuesday, April 14, 2020 9:30 am - 11:00 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) Come and explore the beautiful sandy beaches of Long Island’s South Shore with us! We’ll look for marine creatures that call the salt marsh and barriers beaches home, and learn some fun facts about them. Make sure to dress for the weather as we’ll be walking outdoors for 1.5 hours. Weather permitting. This is a DROP-OFF program. Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. Ages 9-12: Tuesday, April 14, 20209:30-11:00am Ages 6-8: Wednesday, April 15, 2020 9:30-11:30am $27 per child Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Spring Beach Walk (Babylon) Wednesday, April 15, 2020 9:30 am - 11:30 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) Come and explore the beautiful sandy beaches of Long Island’s South Shore with us! We’ll look for marine creatures that call the salt marsh and barriers beaches home, and learn some fun facts about them. Make sure to dress for the weather as we’ll be walking outdoors for 1.5 hours. Weather permitting. This is a DROP-OFF program. Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required. Ages 9-12: Tuesday, April 14, 20209:30-11:00am Ages 6-8: Wednesday, April 15, 2020 9:30-11:30am $27 per child Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Open House at Peconic Dunes Saturday, April 25, 2020 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm Peconic Dunes 4-H Camp (6375 Soundview Avenue Southold, New York 11971) Join us at Peconic Dunes for Open House! We will have former campers giving guided tours from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM and senior staff members to answer questions. This is a great opportunity for registered first time campers to see the camp, for day campers who not yet registered, and families who have not yet selected an overnight summer camp for next year.No need to sign up but be sure to check our website or give us a call to confirm if the weather looks bad the day of. Rain Date: April 26, 2020 Lexi Linn, al2258@cornell.edu, 631-852-8629 ========================================= Spring Gardening School 2020 Saturday, April 25, 2020 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Riverhead Middle School (600 Harrison Avenue Riverhead, New York 11901) Join us for a day of gardening workshops. Learn how to prune hydrangeas and grow delicious tomatoes. Contact Sarah Osborn at so348@cornell.edu to receive the Spring Gardening School brochure in early 2020. Sarah Osborn, so348@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 207 ========================================= Fishy Facts for Mini-Marine Biologist (Babylon) Sunday, April 26, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) (Ages 3-5 with 1 adult)Come explore the world of fish in this interactive program and make a fun, fishy craft with your child to take home! Space is limited!!! Pre-registration required for all programs. $27 per child (includes 1 adult, each addt'l adult $5) Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon) Sunday, May 17, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) (Ages 3 - 5 with 1 adult)Looking for a unique way to spend time with your preschooler? Join us for a fun-filled two hours as you and your child learn about the marine environment. This very special program includes hands-on time with live marine animals, beach activities, and a craft. This is a great way to introduce your child to marine ecology! Space is Limited, pre-registration required! $27 per child (with 1 adult each addt'l adult $5) Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon) Sunday, June 14, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) (Ages 3 - 5 with 1 adult)Looking for a unique way to spend time with your preschooler? Join us for a fun-filled two hours as you and your child learn about the marine environment. This very special program includes hands-on time with live marine animals, beach activities, and a craft. This is a great way to introduce your child to marine ecology! Space is Limited, pre-registration required! $27 per child (with 1 adult each addt'l adult $5) Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 ========================================= Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon) Sunday, August 23, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility (Ocean Parkway Babylon, NY 11702) (Ages 3 - 5 with 1 adult)Looking for a unique way to spend time with your preschooler? Join us for a fun-filled two hours as you and your child learn about the marine environment. This very special program includes hands-on time with live marine animals, beach activities, and a craft. This is a great way to introduce your child to marine ecology! Space is Limited, pre-registration required! $27 per child (with 1 adult each addt'l adult $5) Mary T. Foglia, mtm29@cornell.edu, 631-239-1800 x 1 =========================================