Hunter's New Moon, Night on the Farm Wednesday, October 20, 2021 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 New moon, full moon, blue moon - oh my!! Who doesn't love to look at the moon and each of it's lovely phases! Come to the farm to enjoy a moonlit wagon ride during the "Hunter's Moon". Feel free to bring a snack or dinner to enjoy when you arrive, participate in a self led night time scavenger hunt and lastly, hop on a wagon ride through our fields to view the beautiful full moon. Come in your most glowing and lit up attire for a chance to win a prize! $10 per person for participants 3 and up ========================================= A Taste of Undiscovered Local Fish Wednesday, October 20, 2021 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Snapper Inn, 500 Shore Drive , Oakdale, NY 11769 Choose Local FISH tasting eventOwner Richard Remmer and the Snapper Inn join CCE's Fisheries Program to promote their "Choose Local F.I.S.H." initiative. Enjoy sampling and tastings of fresh, local seafood during Super Seafood Wednesday! $50 ========================================= De la Granja a la Mesa Thursday, October 21, 2021 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Zanahorias & Fresas Durante este programa virtual, los participantes obtendrán consejos y trucos sobre cómo preparar, almacenar y aprovechar al máximo los productos frescos. Los participantes participarán en conversaciones sobre los nutrientes y los beneficios de comer más frutas y vegetales.Lecciones Virtuales: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91856908910 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 21, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm A four-part, researched-based program for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4. Topics include: Strategies to manage parent and child stress The stages of child development and how to best support your child How to set up (or better manage) routines in the home, including bedtime, bathing, family meals, and toilet training Different parenting styles and how they impact children, and Positive discipline strategies that work! All programs to be held via Zoom. Zoom meeting information is provided upon registration. Join to discuss parenting strategies that are positive, supportive, and provide valuable information on best parenting practices.Please register in advance for this meeting. FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Thursday, October 21, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Ornamental Landscape Webinar Series: Pest Alerts, Threats, and Management Thursday, October 21, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm There will be two presentations. Each will be 30 minutes followed by 10 to 15 minutes of Q&A. Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? Uninvited Guests That Won’t Leave Dan Gilrein, Extension Entomologist, CCE-Suffolk Some insect (and other) pests are putting landscape managers to the test.This presentation will review some that are here (emerald ash borer, jumping worms) or on the way (spotted lanternfly, box tree moth, others), what to watch for and to do about them. Some observations of other pests from the past season will also be highlighted. Spotted Lanternfly: Be on the Lookout! Brian Eshenaur Sr. Extension Associate, Cornell’s NYS Integrated Pest Management Program A new pest, the Spotted Lanternfly, became established in parts of New York in 2020 and it is now throughout NYC. This invasive planthopper can become a nuisance in landscapes and is a threat to vineyards. We can all do our part because early detection of this pest is critical in its management. In this session we’ll see how it can be recognized in its different life stages which range from tan egg masses to tiny crawling black nymphs to the adult with polka dotted outer wings and bright-orange underwings. By the end of the program, you will know it’s favorite host plants, how to easily report sightings of Spotted Lanternfly, and we’ll look at discuss management options it becomes established.Limited in-person viewing of the live webinar will be available. Contact Mina Vescera at 631-603-9613 or mv365@cornell.edu to reserve your spot. Masks are required regardless of vaccine status. In-person viewing will be subject to last-minute cancellations due to Covid-19 CDC guidelines and CCE-Suffolk Covid-19 policy. $25 - NO REFUNDS Mina Vescera, mv365@cornell.edu, 631-603-9613 ========================================= Farm to Table Thursday, October 21, 2021 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater & Apple-licous During this digital program participants will gain tips and tricks on how to prepare, store, and make the most of fresh produce. Participants will engage in lively conversations about the nutrients and benefits of eating more fruits & veggies. ZOOM LINK: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/98115304434 ========================================= Marine Meadows Workshop (Bellport) Saturday, October 23, 2021 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Bellport Marina, Bellport Lane , Bellport, NY 11713 Eelgrass Restoration WorkshopJoin us for this hands-on workshops to learn about the importance of eelgrass to our marine environment while helping CCE Staff assemble eelgrass planting units for use in local restoration efforts. All ages and ability levels are welcome to join, but recommended for ages 12 and up.  No fee • registration required Kim Manzo, kp92@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 x 34 ========================================= Spooky Sea Creatures Drive-Thru (Babylon) Saturday, October 23, 2021 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Explore some of Long Island's SPOOKIEST SEA CREATURES!!! Take a ride with your family to meet the Sea Explorers Spooky SeaCreatures and explore some of the local inhabitants that call Long Island beaches home! Enjoy this outdoor event without having to leave your car! Touch some of our live sea snails, fish, horseshoe crabs and more! Raindate: Sunday, October 24th $25/car • Tickets are limited and must be purchased online before the event Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-587-2873 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, October 25, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Local Fish Tasting Tuesday, October 26, 2021 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Capicu Restaurant, 160 Adams Avenue , Hauppauge, NY 11788 $60 Advanced Tickets ========================================= Nutrition Chats Tuesday, October 26, 2021 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Label Reading During this digital program participants will gain knowledge and skills on healthy eating, meal preparation, shopping on a budget, and be shown examples of healthy recipes. Zoom Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/98115304434 ========================================= Navigating Solar Lease Agreements and the Solar Development Process Tuesday, October 26, 2021 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, Suite 100 , Riverhead, New York 11901-3071 A Program for NY Farmers and Rural Landowners Understanding the Solar Development Process and What Solar Companies are Seeking- Understanding Solar Lease Agreements and Tips for Negotiating a Contract Q&A with Morning Presenters How Municipal Regulations Affect Solar Development Opportunities at the Local Level Sign in begins at 9:00am Participants can attend this FREE digitally broadcast presentation in two ways:IN PERSON at 423 Griffing Ave., Riverhead, First Floor Conference room BUT MASKS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES, SIX FOOT DISTANCING MUST BE MAINTAINED AND IN PERSON ATTENDANCE IS LIMITED TO 20 PEOPLE DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS… PRE-REGISTRATION for in person is required. Contact Tamson Yeh, tsy3@cornell.edu or 631-727-7850 X240 to pre-registerREMOTE attendance via Zoom Link that will be emailed to you so that you can view the program on your device. Pre-registration with your email so that we can get the link to you is required. Contact Tamson Yeh, tsy3@cornell.edu or 631-727-7850 X240 to pre-register FREE Tamson Yeh, tsy3@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 240 ========================================= Keeping your brain healthy as you age Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am Often when we think about health and wellness we think about physical health and focus on healthy eating and exercise. However, we need to consider our brain health or cognitive health as well, especially as we age. Our cognitive health encompasses our ability to think, remember, learn new things and reason. It can decline as we age - becoming less accurate. The good news is that there is plenty to do to keep your brain healthy. Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 ========================================= Charlas de Nutrición Thursday, October 28, 2021 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lácteos y ProteínaDurante este programa virtual, los participantes obtendrán conocimientos y habilidades sobre alimentación saludable, preparación de comidas, compras con un presupuesto limitado y se les mostrarán ejemplos de recetas saludables.Lecciones Virtuales: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91856908910 ========================================= The Magic Years Thursday, October 28, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm A four-part, researched-based program for parents/caregivers of children from birth – age 4. Topics include: Strategies to manage parent and child stress The stages of child development and how to best support your child How to set up (or better manage) routines in the home, including bedtime, bathing, family meals, and toilet training Different parenting styles and how they impact children, and Positive discipline strategies that work! All programs to be held via Zoom. Zoom meeting information is provided upon registration. Join to discuss parenting strategies that are positive, supportive, and provide valuable information on best parenting practices.Please register in advance for this meeting. FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Thursday, October 28, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Ornamental Landscape Webinar Series: Disease Updates Thursday, October 28, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm There will be two presentations. Each will be 30 minutes followed by 10 to 15 minutes of Q&A. What Hasn’t Happened in 2021? Margery Daughtrey, Plant Pathologist, Cornell University, LIHREC Fungi, bacteria, phytoplasmas, oomycetes AND nematodes went after ornamentals in nurseries and landscapes this year. 2021 was marked by beech leaf disease, boxwood blight, Taphrina on willow oak and cherry, Dutch elm disease, Massaria disease and powdery mildew on London plane, powdery mildew on dogwood, Septoria on red osier dogwood, Diplodia on Blue Atlas cedar and pine, Cristulariella blight on maple, anthracnose on hydrangea, bacterial leaf spots on milkweed and peach, fire blight on apple, aster yellows on echinacea, Seiridium canker and Phyllosticta on arborvitae, black mildew on tulip poplar, tar spot on maple, Stigmina and Rhizosphaera on Colorado blue spruce. On the roots we had Thielaviopsis on Ilex and dianthus, and Cylndrocarpon on Buxus and arborvitae, plus Phytophthora on rose, coreopsis and rhododendron. What do these diseases look like, what do you need to know about their biology, and how can we keep them from returning? Margery will cover relevant details of these problems and give you cultural pointers and treatment suggestions so that there can be a shorter list of plant plagues next year! Steps Towards an Oak Wilt Early Warning System Karen Snover-Clift, Cornell University Oak wilt, caused by the fungus, Bretziella fagacearum, was first discovered in upstate New York in 2008. In 2016, surveys found two additional locations, Long Island and in the Canandaigua area, each at least 180 miles apart from the original site and from each other. A tactic to reduce the number of trees lost to an oak wilt infection is the development of early detection methods that identify the pathogen in an area before trees display symptoms. This presentation will review two options that may be used as early warning tools for the detection of the oak wilt pathogen. Limited in-person viewing of the live webinar will be available. Contact Mina Vescera at 631-603-9613 or mv365@cornell.edu to reserve your spot. Masks are required regardless of vaccine status. In-person viewing will be subject to last-minute cancellations due to Covid-19 CDC guidelines and CCE-Suffolk Covid-19 policy. $25 - NO REFUNDS Mina Vescera, mv365@cornell.edu, 631-603-9613 ========================================= Halloween at the Farm Saturday, October 30, 2021 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Come join us for trick-or-treating here at the farm and see what the animals have for you! Treats will be provided at several stations, unlimited wagon rides, and other fun surprises in store. We will be doing timed reservations for trick-or-treating to help provide a safe experience for your trick or treaters. Times available for trick-or-treating will be 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm and 2:00pm.Preregistration is required. Only participating children need to be registered! $10 per person for participants 1 and up ========================================= Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, October 1, 2021 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience Fall on the farm with a private group sunset tour! Fridays-Mondays throughout October. Book now for a PRIVATE farm experience! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, pumpkin picking, corn maze, animal visit, and campfire! You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. Price includes up to 20 pumpkins.Register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast! Cancellations will be made at the discretion of the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center. There are no refunds unless cancelled by the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center due to severe weather. $300 for a maximum of 20 people Rachel Harrison-Smith, rah293@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 ========================================= Halloween at the Farm Sunday, October 31, 2021 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Come join us for trick-or-treating here at the farm and see what the animals have for you! Treats will be provided at several stations, unlimited wagon rides, and other fun surprises in store. We will be doing timed reservations for trick-or-treating to help provide a safe experience for your trick or treaters. Times available for trick-or-treating will be 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm and 2:00pm.Preregistration is required. Only participating children need to be registered! $10 per person for participants 1 and up ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, November 1, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Farm to Table Tuesday, November 2, 2021 11:00 am - 11:30 am Cauliflower & Pears During this digital program participants will gain tips and tricks on how to prepare, store, and make the most of fresh produce. Participants will engage in lively conversations about the nutrients and benefits of eating more fruits & veggies. Zoom Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/96353565770 Passcode: F2T ========================================= Why we crave the foods we do Wednesday, November 3, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Ever wonder why we crave certain foods given their sugar, fat and salt content? The answer lies in our hard-wired brains, not in our stomachs. Learn about the fundamental mismatch between our brains and our contemporary diets and what we can do to rethink our relationships with these evolutionary food triggers. ========================================= Essential Steps to Healthy Aging Thursday, November 4, 2021 10:00 am - 11:30 am Aging is an inevitable process and how we take care of ourselves throughout the lifespan both physically and mentally has a tremendous impact on our health and quality of life as we grow old. Participants will be challenged to embrace prevention and healthy lifestyle choices as a means to enhance overall health and well-being. We will promote the notion that healthy lifestyle changes can have a positive impact at any age. Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 ========================================= Caring for Two Thursday, November 4, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm FREE virtual prenatal class every month for expecting moms (and their families)! We will cover topics like Breastfeeding Nutrition Car seat safety Postpartum depression Jaundice and more... Hosted by lactation professionals (IBCLCs, CBCs, CLCs) and pediatric residents (MDs) When: First Thursday of every month, 10am-12pm Join by Phone: 1-888-602-0202 (Passcode: 516-465-5304#) Join Online: Microsoft Teams link: http://bit.ly/bfreebabycafe *Please use Google Chrome* Link is also on our Facebook Page: BFREE: Breastfeeding Resiliency, Engagement, and Empowerment We look forward to “seeing” you there! Any questions/technology concerns? Email BFREE@northwell.edu ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Thursday, November 4, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Ornamental Landscape Webinar Series: Urban Tree Soil Health Thursday, November 4, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm There will be one presentation. 1.25 hours for lecture and 15 minutes for Q&A. Tree Soil Below Pavements – Current Research on Different Options James Urban, FASLA Since 1980, planting trees in dense urban areas has gone from putting a tree into a small hole to an understanding that the soil below the pavement must be improved to grow successful trees. Currently there are three main options available to improve the soil and still support the pavement above. These are suspended pavement structures, sand based structural soil and stone based structural soil. Within each option numerous products and recommended specifications proliferate the design market. Research into the effectiveness of each of these options has been slow to emerge, but work is starting to show that there are significant differences in how trees perform. This session will knit together the trends and results in this critical field of study. It will demonstrate that each approach has a different effectiveness in growing trees. The session will also introduce alternative ideas to manufactured and engineered soils including soil profile rebuilding and working with unscreened native soil. Limited in-person viewing of the live webinar will be available. Contact Mina Vescera at 631-603-9613 or mv365@cornell.edu to reserve your spot. Masks are required regardless of vaccine status. In-person viewing will be subject to last-minute cancellations due to Covid-19 CDC guidelines and CCE-Suffolk Covid-19 policy. $25 - NO REFUNDS Mina Vescera, mv365@cornell.edu, 631-603-9613 ========================================= Herb Gardens Thursday, November 4, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Herb gardens are an attractive collection of plants with a purpose beyond their natural beauty. Some herbs have culinary attributes. Others have medicinal properties.Learn how to select plants and site an herb garden, whether assembled in containers or a planted in a garden bed. ========================================= Cornell Creates Community Thursday, November 4, 2021 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway , Port Jefferson, New York 11777 “An Invitation Only” Reception featuring local food and beverage artisans Celebrating the arts and local community through the impact of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County. Art exhibit for the month of November. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Underwriter: $2500 4 tickets to reception, recognition from podium at event, premier listing in evening’s program, recognition in CCE e-newsletter, on website and all social media! Supporter: $1500 2 tickets to reception, listing in evening’s program, recognition in CCE e-newsletter, on website and all social media! Friends & Family: $300 Program listing only. Tickets: $125 Cornell Creates Community Reception featuring local food and beverage artisans and local CCE artists. Sponsorships will be recognized as part of the art exhibit for the duration of the showcase. Proceeds to benefit the programs of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County. For more information about Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, Cornell Creates Community or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Judi Veeck, Development Director at 631-644-1191. $125 - $2500 Judi Lach Veeck, jlv13@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 125 ========================================= Marine Meadows Workshop at Tiana (Hampton Bays) Saturday, November 6, 2021 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Tiana Bayside Facility, 89 Dune Road , Hampton Bays, New York 11946 Eelgrass Restoration Workshop Join us for this hands-on workshops to learn about the importance of eelgrass to our marine environment while helping CCE Staff assemble eelgrass planting units for use in local restoration efforts. All ages and ability levels are welcome to join, but recommended for ages 12 and up.  No fee • registration required Kim Manzo, kp92@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 x 34 ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, November 6, 2021 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats is a fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga. Taught by certified instructors from Cocomotion - check schedule for specific dates / instructor. $22 per class ages 10+ Kaylyn Reynolds, kr427@cornell.edu, 631-852-4613 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, November 8, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Charlas de Nutrición Tuesday, November 9, 2021 11:00 am - 11:30 am Granos, Frutas y Vegetales Durante este programa virtual, los participantes obtendrán conocimientos y habilidades sobre alimentación saludable, preparación de comidas, compras con un presupuesto limitado y se les mostrarán ejemplos de recetas saludables. Lecciones Virtuales: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/93274187838 ========================================= Farm to Table Tuesday, November 9, 2021 11:00 am - 11:30 am Cauliflower & Pears During this digital program participants will gain tips and tricks on how to prepare, store, and make the most of fresh produce. Participants will engage in lively conversations about the nutrients and benefits of eating more fruits & veggies. Zoom Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/96353565770 Passcode: F2T ========================================= Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Tuesday, November 9, 2021 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Parenting styles may change as stress levels increase, making self-care even more important. Caring for oneself allows a parent to provide security, support, and predictability for the entire family and prevent burnout.Please register in advance for this meeting.After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Backyard Berries Tuesday, November 9, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Love those delicious berries? Learn how to successfully grow and harvest different types of berries in your own backyard, including raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and more. Plan now for these summer treats. ========================================= Nutrition Chats Wednesday, November 10, 2021 10:00 am - 10:30 am During this digital program participants will gain knowledge and skills on healthy eating, meal preparation, shopping on a budget, and be shown examples of healthy recipes. Zoom Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/96353565770 Passcode: F2T ========================================= Kids and Cash Wednesday, November 10, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Consumer driven children can drain your wallet fast! This workshop for parents of 5- to 12-year-olds explores the priorities and values of a family economy, which establishes the relationship children have with their financial resources, now and as adults. We'll cover the traditional topics of allowance and savings as well as the money savvy techniques of recreational spending, goal spending and saving. ========================================= Ornamental Landscape Webinar Series: Short- and Long-term Effects of Transplanting Practices Thursday, November 11, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm There will be two presentations. The first presentation will consist of 30 minutes of lecture and 10 minutes of Q&A. The second presentation will consist of 15 minutes of lecture followed by a 30-minute panel discussion with Dr. Bayer and Mr. Cahilly. Root Ball Preparation Impact on Landscape Shrub Establishment Amanda Bayer, PhD., Extension Assistant Professor, UMass Amherst Landscape plant success and establishment starts at planting. The presentation will discuss a two-year study at the University of Massachusetts looking at the impact of root ball preparation technique on establishment of three native and three non-native shrubs. Preparation techniques included root ball shaving and removal of growing media.A Tree’s Response to Physical Constrictions A. Wayne Cahilly, Cahilly’s Horticultural Services, LLC. In a 15-minute presentation, Wayne will review some of the long-term implications of constrictions caused by enveloped guy-wires, poly string, and other supports and decorative remnants that have been forgotten.He will address the physiological response of these constrictions by various tree species.Panel Discussion – A Failure to Thrive: Issues with Tree Transplanting Practices A.Wayne Cahilly, Cahilly’s Horticultural Services, LLC. Amanda Bayer, PhD., Extension Assistant Professor, UMass Amherst Mina Vescera, CCE-Suffolk - moderator Mr. Cahilly andDr. Bayer will discuss issues with poor transplanting practices and the implications on establishment and vigor. Participation from attendees will be encouraged (mics will be unmuted to allow for better audience participation). Limited in-person viewing of the live webinar will be available. Contact Mina Vescera at 631-603-9613 or mv365@cornell.edu to reserve your spot. Masks are required regardless of vaccine status. In-person viewing will be subject to last-minute cancellations due to Covid-19 CDC guidelines and CCE-Suffolk Covid-19 policy. $25 - NO REFUNDS Mina Vescera, mv365@cornell.edu, 631-603-9613 ========================================= Goat Yoga Sunday, November 14, 2021 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats is a fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga. Taught by certified instructors from Cocomotion - check schedule for specific dates / instructor. $22 per class ages 10+ Kaylyn Reynolds, kr427@cornell.edu, 631-852-4613 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, November 15, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= De la Granja a su Mesa Tuesday, November 16, 2021 11:00 am - 11:30 am Kiwi & Papas Durante este programa virtual, los participantes obtendrán consejos y trucos sobre cómo preparar, almacenar y aprovechar al máximo los productos frescos. Los participantes participarán en conversaciones sobre los nutrientes y los beneficios de comer más frutas y vegetales. Lecciones Virtuales: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/93274187838 ========================================= Smart Kids Tuesday, November 16, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Patchogue Medford Library, 54-60 East Main Street , Patchogue, New York 11772 Did you know that academic success at ages 9 and 10 can be attributed to the amount of words that a child hears from birth through age three? Thinking about how to prepare your infant or toddler for school may seem like a premature concept; however, research indicates that school readiness starts long before a child begins kindergarten. Come to this workshop to learn about non-academic factors that contribute to school success. ========================================= Nutrition Chats Wednesday, November 17, 2021 10:00 am - 10:30 am During this digital program participants will gain knowledge and skills on healthy eating, meal preparation, shopping on a budget, and be shown examples of healthy recipes. Zoom Link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/96353565770 Passcode: F2T ========================================= CCE Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 17, 2021 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join Zoom Meetinghttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/92211219743?pwd=TmtIV21yZVVuWHlkckFZWUVuS1ZpUT09Meeting ID: 922 1121 9743Passcode: 154050 Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Positive Discipline Thursday, November 18, 2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am With families experiencing more stress than usual, you may feel as though your children are misbehaving more. Learn more about Positive Discipline and put into practice strategies to help your child learn self-discipline in a way that is respectful and kind. Please register in advance for this meeting.After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Thursday, November 18, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered every Monday and Thursday from 2:00-3:00 from September 27 – November 18. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= SPAT Zoom Workshops • FREE and open to ALL! Friday, November 19, 2021 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm "Spat" is the word for the tiniest form of shellfish that has settled onto the place where it will live out its life. It is also an acronym for the Suffolk Project in Aquaculture Training. The SPAT program was created to encourage community members to become stewards of their environment and to restore shellfish to our bays. Join us each month as Kim Tetrault, SPAT program director, delves into the world of aquaculture. Get involved in this community project and learn about the importance of these fascinating creatures.  Membership and information about SPAT can be found here as well as previously recorded workshops.  Times and dates are subject to change. Sign up for the SPAT email for the latest information.  SPAT Email Subscribe Email Address First Name Last Name View previous campaigns. Free • All are welcome! Kim Tetrault, kwt4@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= Charlas de Nutrición Tuesday, November 23, 2021 11:00 am - 11:30 am Granos, Frutas y Vegetales Durante este programa virtual, los participantes obtendrán conocimientos y habilidades sobre alimentación saludable, preparación de comidas, compras con un presupuesto limitado y se les mostrarán ejemplos de recetas saludables. Lecciones Virtuales: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/93274187838 ========================================= Thanksgiving Thursday, November 25, 2021 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension will be closed Thursday and Friday to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. ========================================= De la Granja a su Mesa Tuesday, November 30, 2021 11:00 am - 11:30 am Kiwi & Papas Durante este programa virtual, los participantes obtendrán consejos y trucos sobre cómo preparar, almacenar y aprovechar al máximo los productos frescos. Los participantes participarán en conversaciones sobre los nutrientes y los beneficios de comer más frutas y vegetales. Lecciones Virtuales: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/93274187838 ========================================= Caring for Two Thursday, December 2, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm FREE virtual prenatal class every month for expecting moms (and their families)! We will cover topics like Breastfeeding Nutrition Car seat safety Postpartum depression Jaundice and more... Hosted by lactation professionals (IBCLCs, CBCs, CLCs) and pediatric residents (MDs) When: First Thursday of every month, 10am-12pm Join by Phone: 1-888-602-0202 (Passcode: 516-465-5304#) Join Online: Microsoft Teams link: http://bit.ly/bfreebabycafe *Please use Google Chrome* Link is also on our Facebook Page: BFREE: Breastfeeding Resiliency, Engagement, and Empowerment We look forward to “seeing” you there! Any questions/technology concerns? Email BFREE@northwell.edu ========================================= Winter Seed Sowing Thursday, December 2, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Winter is the time to start seeding, but NOT indoors. Learn how to successfully start seeds OUTSIDE in the winter. No greenhouse needed. Winter sowing techniques outside are easier than the windowsill or with light lamps in the basement. ========================================= Baby, Let’s Sleep Friday, December 3, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 During a child’s first 2 years of life, sleep problems are one of the most common complaints of parents. In this workshop for parents of infants and toddlers, we will review sleep requirements, recommendations and routines. We will also look at normal infant sleeping patterns, and discuss ways that parents can help their baby learn how to self-soothe and fall asleep. ========================================= Winter Seed Sowing Monday, December 6, 2021 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Winter is the time to start seeding, but NOT indoors. Learn how to successfully start seeds OUTSIDE in the winter. No greenhouse needed. Winter sowing techniques outside are easier than the windowsill or with light lamps in the basement. ========================================= Winter Seed Sowing Tuesday, December 7, 2021 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Winter is the time to start seeding, but NOT indoors. Learn how to successfully start seeds OUTSIDE in the winter. No greenhouse needed. Winter sowing techniques outside are easier than the windowsill or with light lamps in the basement. ========================================= Save the date for your next fit test! Tuesday, December 7, 2021 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, Suite 100 , Riverhead, New York 11901-3071 The New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH) and HealthWorks, in cooperation with Cornell Cooperative Extension- Suffolk County, is pleased to provide respirator fit testing clinics in your region in 2021.During the clinics NYCAMH will provide medical evaluations; respirator fit tests; and WPS compliant trainings on how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain, and store respirators. Clinic appointments are one hour long, and groups of 4 workers can be seen at a time. Medical evaluations, fit tests, and trainings are available in both English and Spanish. If you are unable to attend the clinic in your area you may schedule an appointment at another clinic location.Scheduling appointments: October 4th - December 6th, 2021To schedule an appointment please call the NYCAMH office during the date range listed above and ask to speak with farm respirator clinic scheduler.We can be reached at 607-547-7014 or email: fittest@bassett.org Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PMWhen calling to schedule an appointment please have the following information available:Total number of people attending from your farm- $65 per person (Please make check out to MIBH and bring the day of screening)Name of each person being scheduledLanguage spoken by each attendee•Make and model of each respirator to be testedA respirator fit test ensures that a particular make, model, and size of respirator fits the wearer’s face and will meet the wearer’s needs. A fit test is specific to the make, model, and size of respirator.If a worker wears more than one style of respirator, including filtering facepieces, they must be fit tested for each one. Please keep in mind while determining who will come to the clinic that a clean-shaven face is a necessity for masks to be effective and for fit testing to be possible.It is important to us that your workers be protected from any respiratory hazards. It is important to us that you be protected from potential OSHA or DEC fines. If you have any questions, please call us. $65 per person (Please make check out to MIBH and bring the day of screening) ========================================= Magic of Compost Wednesday, December 8, 2021 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Compost is a residential win-win for increasing soil health and for reducing the volume of waste headed to a municipal landfill. Learn 4 different types of composting methods in this workshop, including outside and indoor composting, aerobic and anaerobic techniques, worm and lasagna approaches. ========================================= Understanding Temperament Thursday, December 9, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Ever wonder how children with the same parents can be so different from one another? One explanation is temperament. During this program the concept of temperament will be introduced. We will spend time exploring children’s temperamental traits and how they may affect behavior and explain why children react the way they do in different situations. Please register in advance for this meeting. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Winter Seed Sowing Wednesday, December 15, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Winter is the time to start seeding, but NOT indoors. Learn how to successfully start seeds OUTSIDE in the winter. No greenhouse needed. Winter sowing techniques outside are easier than the windowsill or with light lamps in the basement. ========================================= SPAT Zoom Workshops • FREE and open to ALL! Friday, December 17, 2021 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm "Spat" is the word for the tiniest form of shellfish that has settled onto the place where it will live out its life. It is also an acronym for the Suffolk Project in Aquaculture Training. The SPAT program was created to encourage community members to become stewards of their environment and to restore shellfish to our bays. Join us each month as Kim Tetrault, SPAT program director, delves into the world of aquaculture. Get involved in this community project and learn about the importance of these fascinating creatures.  Membership and information about SPAT can be found here as well as previously recorded workshops.  Times and dates are subject to change. Sign up for the SPAT email for the latest information.  SPAT Email Subscribe Email Address First Name Last Name View previous campaigns. Free • All are welcome! Kim Tetrault, kwt4@cornell.edu, 631-852-8660 ========================================= CLOSED for the Christmas Holiday Thursday, December 23, 2021 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for the Holidays.But you can still watch some of our fantastic digital content! Click here for our YouTube, including some tasty recipes perfect for the holidays!Click here for our Marine Youth Digital Education series including Free Marine Science Educational Resources.Click here to catch up on our Family Health and Wellness Blog!Click here for our Community Nutrition Digital Education content! ========================================= CLOSED for New Year's Thursday, December 30, 2021 12:00 am - 12:00 am The offices of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County will be closed for New Year's. =========================================