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Winter Camp at the Farm
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Winter Camp at the Farm

Friday, February 22, 2019

Open to grades K – 6, our Winter Camp inspires youth to have fun outside while learning about agriculture, animal science, nutrition, healthy living, and life skills on a 100-year-old working farm. Rooted in the 4-H Positive Youth Development framework, our programs teach youth to use their Head,...

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The Long Island Tick Crisis
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The Long Island Tick Crisis

Saturday, February 23, 2019

An Educational Forum for Educators, Parents, the Agricultural Tourism Business, Agricultural Producers, and the General Public Learning objectives: Recognizing different types and individual biology of ticks including the invasive Asian Long Horned Tick, best repellents for different age gro...

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Winter Engineer Club
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Winter Engineer Club

Saturday, February 23, 2019

Join us Saturdays for Engineer Club at the Farm!Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session engineer club presented by a STEM Educator.Through hands-on activities using Lego and common household items, kids will learn new and exciting ...

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Winter Engineer Club SOLD OUT!!
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Winter Engineer Club SOLD OUT!!

Saturday, February 23, 2019

Join us Saturdays for Engineer Club at the Farm!Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session engineer club presented by a STEM Educator.Through hands-on activities using Lego and common household items, kids will learn new and exciting skills...

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Arctic Animals for Pre-schoolers (Babylon)
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Arctic Animals for Pre-schoolers (Babylon)

Sunday, February 24, 2019

(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.

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Physical Activity
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Physical Activity

Wednesday, February 27, 2019

This program will focus on teaching participants what being physically active actually means. Physical activity is not just exercise or going to a gym. Examples of different types of inexpensive fun activities that participants can do at home will be provided. Get ready to move and learn the ...

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Mommy and Me Active Fun Time
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Mommy and Me Active Fun Time

Thursday, February 28, 2019

Learn how to be active with your little one; as well as, understanding how to make your child a healthy plate.To register call 631-665-4350.

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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program
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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program

Thursday, February 28, 2019

For High School Sophomores, Juniors, & SeniorsVeterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 23 or March 3Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at The Yaphank BuildingLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and A...

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Tap to Table
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Tap to Table

Saturday, March 2, 2019

Come join us for a Maple Syrup Making event on the Farm! Learn how to make syrup by drilling and tapping our maple trees and hanging buckets to collect the sap. Everyone can watch how the sugaring process happens, and kids of all ages will have fun making “Sugar on Snow”. Enjoy a wagon r...

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Winter Engineer Club
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Winter Engineer Club

Saturday, March 2, 2019

Join us Saturdays for Engineer Club at the Farm!Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session engineer club presented by a STEM Educator.Through hands-on activities using Lego and common household items, kids will learn new and exciting ...

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Tap to Table
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Tap to Table

Saturday, March 2, 2019

Come join us for a Maple Syrup Making event on the Farm! Learn how to make syrup by drilling and tapping our maple trees and hanging buckets to collect the sap. Everyone can watch how the sugaring process happens, and kids of all ages will have fun making “Sugar on Snow”. Enjoy a wagon r...

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Winter Engineer Club SOLD OUT!!
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Winter Engineer Club SOLD OUT!!

Saturday, March 2, 2019

Join us Saturdays for Engineer Club at the Farm!Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session engineer club presented by a STEM Educator.Through hands-on activities using Lego and common household items, kids will learn new and exciting skills...

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Sew Cozy
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Sew Cozy

Sunday, March 3, 2019

Interested in learning sewing skills and techniques?Youth ages 10 & up are invited to participate in our Sew Cozy event! Participants will learn skills in sewing, receive tips and tricks for improving, and get to make hats, scarves and bowl cozy’s to go home with!Materials and machines will be pr...

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Eating Better on a Budget (Adults)
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Eating Better on a Budget (Adults)

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

During this program participants will gain three skills for eating healthy on a budget- planning, purchasing, and preparing. Participants will be taught a few different skills to plan meals and snacks ahead of time to avoid purchasing fast foods that typically cost a lot more.Melek Baba, Nutr...

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Blubber Burger
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Blubber Burger

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Using fast food menus participants will learn how to compare fast food meals and grams of fat to make smarter choices when deciding eat out.Nutrition Educators: Karen Novoa-Sarante, kn336@cornell.edu and Emily Aldorasi, era65@cornell.eduTo register call (516) 379-3274.

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Better Choices Better Health
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Better Choices Better Health

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW, classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registrat...

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Long Island Horticulture Conference
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Long Island Horticulture Conference

Thursday, March 7, 2019

We invite you to join us for the 29th Annual Long Island Horticulture Conference! Landscapers, nursery growers, arborists, landscape designers and architects, turf managers, and others in the horticulture industry throughout Long Island and beyond are invited to attend.Click here for a registrati...

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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program
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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program

Thursday, March 7, 2019

For High School Sophomores, Juniors, & SeniorsVeterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 23 or March 3Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at The Yaphank BuildingLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and A...

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Winter Engineer Club
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Winter Engineer Club

Saturday, March 9, 2019

Join us Saturdays for Engineer Club at the Farm!Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session engineer club presented by a STEM Educator.Through hands-on activities using Lego and common household items, kids will learn new and exciting ...

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Winter Engineer Club SOLD OUT!!
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Winter Engineer Club SOLD OUT!!

Saturday, March 9, 2019

Join us Saturdays for Engineer Club at the Farm!Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session engineer club presented by a STEM Educator.Through hands-on activities using Lego and common household items, kids will learn new and exciting skills...

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Jr. Iron Chef
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Jr. Iron Chef

Saturday, March 9, 2019

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 ...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 10, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 10, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Better Choices Better Health
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Better Choices Better Health

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW, classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registrat...

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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program
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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program

Thursday, March 14, 2019

For High School Sophomores, Juniors, & SeniorsVeterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 23 or March 3Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at The Yaphank BuildingLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and A...

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St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt
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St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, March 16, 2019

Come and join us for our annual hunt for the Leprechaun's pot of gold! The Leprechaun’s are back and they’ve hidden their gold all across the farm! We’ll need your help collecting it all. Includes scavenger hunt, wagon rides, and animal feed. Snacks will be sold by Suffolk County 4-H Exchang...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 17, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 17, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Better Choices Better Health
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Better Choices Better Health

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW, classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registrat...

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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program
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2019 Veterinary Medicine Career Exploration Program

Thursday, March 21, 2019

For High School Sophomores, Juniors, & SeniorsVeterinarian Shadowing ExperienceTour of Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County Farm and Education Center: February 23 or March 3Lecture Series on Thurs evenings 7:00-8:45pm at The Yaphank BuildingLecture topic examples:Veterinary Colleges and A...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 24, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Marvelous Marine Mammals for Pre-schoolers (Babylon)
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Marvelous Marine Mammals for Pre-schoolers (Babylon)

Sunday, March 24, 2019

(Ages 3-5 w/ 1 adult)What is a marine mammal? Do whales and seals live around Long Island? We’ll explore some fascinating marine mammals, and do a fun craft. Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is required.

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 24, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Better Choices Better Health
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Better Choices Better Health

Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW, classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registrat...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 31, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, March 31, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Better Choices Better Health
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Better Choices Better Health

Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW, classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registrat...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, April 7, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, April 7, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Better Choices Better Health
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Better Choices Better Health

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Do you have Diabetes? Are you unsure about how to best handle this ongoing health condition? JOIN US! Discover new, practical ways to live better & healthier. Learn the tools to manage and take control of your health. REGISTER NOW, classes are filling quickly! FREE to ATTEND once registrat...

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Spring Gardening School 2019
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Spring Gardening School 2019

Saturday, April 13, 2019

Featuring: New Workshops, Extended Plant Sale hours, Educational Exhibits, Soil Testing and Plant Clinic. (Call 631-591-2314 for instructions on how to bring soil samples and plant specimens.) Fee: Includes four workshop sessions (1 extended session counts as 2 workshops), door prizes, gi...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, April 14, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Lego Club - SOLD OUT
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Lego Club - SOLD OUT

Sunday, April 14, 2019

Kids ages 7-9 (Limit-10 kids) are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm in the Pole Barn for a six session Lego Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities using Lego WeDo and Scratch, kids will learn new and exciting skills while completing different building and ...

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Rethink Your Drink (Adults)
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Rethink Your Drink (Adults)

Wednesday, April 17, 2019

In this interactive program, participants will learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices, and also distinguish the different names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants more aware of what is in their drinks.Me...

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Healthy Snacks (Youth)
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Healthy Snacks (Youth)

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

The focus of this workshop is choosing healthy snacks. Participants will learn the benefits of choosing snacks that include at least two food groups while preparing and tasting a healthy snack. Melek Baba, Nutrition Educator, mb2562@cornell.eduTo register call (631) 585-9393.

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Spring Beach Walk (Babylon)
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Spring Beach Walk (Babylon)

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Ages 9-12: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 9:30-11:00amAges 6-8: Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30-11:30amCome 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 t...

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Spring Beach Walk (Babylon)
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Spring Beach Walk (Babylon)

Thursday, April 25, 2019

Ages 9-12: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 9:30-11:00amAges 6-8: Thursday, April 25, 2019 9:30-11:30amCome 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 t...

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Whoa, Go Slow! (Youth)
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Whoa, Go Slow! (Youth)

Thursday, April 25, 2019

Children will learn to identify which foods should be eaten often, sometimes, sparingly to have a healthy body as they grow. The children will also learn to prepare a healthy meal.Nutrition Educators: Halie Bloom, hrb55@cornell.edu and Amy Bly ab2353@cornell.eduTo register call (631) 234-9333.

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Cool Crustaceans for Pre-schoolers (Babylon)
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Cool Crustaceans for Pre-schoolers (Babylon)

Sunday, April 28, 2019

(Ages 3-5 with 1 adult)Spend some time with your pre-schooler and our cool crustaceans as we learn all about these amazing crawling creatures of the sea! Make a cool craft to take home with you to remind your child all about crustaceans! Space is Limited!!! Pre-Registration for all programs is re...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, May 19, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon)
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Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon)

Sunday, May 19, 2019

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 you...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, May 19, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, May 26, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, May 26, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Whole Grain Breakfast Fun (Youth)
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Whole Grain Breakfast Fun (Youth)

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Children will learn the importance of having whole grains at breakfast time. Children will also learn to make Whole Grain Cranberry Breakfast Bars on their own.Nutrition Educators: Halie Bloom, hrb55@cornell.edu and Amy Bly, ab2353@cornell.edu To register call (631) 234-9333

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, June 2, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, June 2, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, June 9, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon)
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Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon)

Sunday, June 9, 2019

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 you...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, June 9, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, June 16, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Spring STEM Club
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Spring STEM Club

Sunday, June 16, 2019

Kids ages 7-10 are invited to join us at the Suffolk County Farm for a five session STEM Club presented by a STEM Educator. Through hands-on activities kids will explore all things STEM, completing different challenges every week. Activities range from magnetic slime to circuitry and everyth...

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Annual Robert K. Sweeney Summer Fun Days 2019
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Annual Robert K. Sweeney Summer Fun Days 2019

Monday, July 15, 2019

A recreational program for children ages 5 - 12 with diabetes, that provides a chance to meet other children with diabetes in a fun, non-clinical atmosphere.Includes:Participation in selected Cornell Farm Education Courses.Specially developed diabetes education programs presented by health care p...

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Annual Robert K. Sweeney Summer Fun Days 2019
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Annual Robert K. Sweeney Summer Fun Days 2019

Monday, July 22, 2019

A recreational program for children ages 5 - 12 with diabetes, that provides a chance to meet other children with diabetes in a fun, non-clinical atmosphere.Includes:Participation in selected Cornell Farm Education Courses.Specially developed diabetes education programs presented by health care p...

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Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon)
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Jr. Marine Biologist (Babylon)

Sunday, August 18, 2019

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 you...

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