Pressure Canning Workshop & Pressure Gauge Testing Saturday, July 27, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 Come, have fun learning the Science-backed & Researched-based method of Pressure Canning to assure the safe and tasty preservation of the season’s bounty! Pressure canning is needed for low acid foods since killing the Clostridium botulinum bacteria putting us at risk for botulism are found naturally in foods in a very heat resistant form. (This is a spore form.) Pressure canning allows the environment surrounding the jars in the “Pressure Canner” to get above boiling temperatures and accomplish killing of spores in reasonable amounts of time.Preparation for the workshop: Please tie your hair back, wear closed-toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops) and bring an apron. $35.00-Workshop w/Testing (Pressure Gauge Testing, alone $10.00) pay at the door ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, July 27, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, July 27, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Prescripción De Frutas & Vegetales - Almuerzo y aprendizaje Monday, July 29, 2024 11:00 am - 11:45 am Online Event Talleres de nutrición GRATUITOS con un educador en nutrición de CCE Suffolk. Únase a nosotros y podrá recibir hasta un total de $200 en vegetales y frutas gratis. Recibirá $20 por cada taller en el que participe. Los talleres estarán disponibles en inglés y español. ¡SOLO PARA PACIENTES DE SUN RIVER HEALTH!Taller 1: Frutas y vegetales fantásticas Conozca la importancia de las frutas y vegetales en nuestra vida diaria.Taller 2: Control de porciones Consejos para reconocer cuánto comer para que puedas controlar el tamaño de tu porción y aun así quedar satisfecho.Taller 3: Actividad Física Aprenda formas prácticas de incorporar la actividad física a su día.Taller 4: Haga que la mitad de sus cereales sean integrales Obtenga conocimientos sobre cómo identificar adecuadamente un alimento integral y los beneficios de consumir más cereales integrales.Taller 5: Conteo de carbohidratos simplificado Lectura de etiquetas y conteo de carbohidratos para ayudar a los niveles de azúcar en sangre.Taller 6: Comer sano con un presupuesto Adquiera habilidades para una alimentación saludable con un presupuesto limitado a través de una alimentación adecuada planificación de comidas y compras inteligentes.Taller 7: Cenar con Diabetes Cada comida influye en el nivel de azúcar en sangre y en cómo tomar decisiones más saludables.Taller 8: Piensa en lo que bebes Aprenda habilidades para medir la cantidad de azúcar en opciones de bebidas populares y distinguir los nombres del azúcar.Taller 9: Seguridad Alimentaria Cómo y dónde se deben preparar y almacenar los alimentos.Taller 10: Proteína magra y recorrido por el supermercado Conozca los beneficios para la salud al incorporar el tipo correcto de proteína en sus dietas. Reúnase en el mercado local y aprenda las mejores estrategias para compras saludables. GRATIS ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription - Lunch & Learn Monday, July 29, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Online Event FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish.FOR SUN RIVER HEALTH PATIENTS ONLY! Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits and Veggies Learn about the importance of fruits and vegetables in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 3: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 4: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 5: Carb Counting Made Easy Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 6: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing.Workshop 7: Dining with Diabetes Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 8: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Lean Protein and Supermarket Tour Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Meet at local market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping. FREE ========================================= Parent Support Groups Tuesday, July 30, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Pollinator Garden Crawl: Bay Shore/Brightwaters Tuesday, July 30, 2024 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Road , Brightwaters, New York 11718 Explore several local pollinator-friendly habitats that promote biodiversity through good gardening practices. Other destinations will be provided at the first site. Gardeners will be available to answer questions at each site. Start at Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library’s Pollinator Garden, corner of Windsor Ave & Main St., Brightwaters Rain date: August 1, same time Free event. No pre-registration required ========================================= Parent Support Groups Tuesday, July 30, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Green Thumbs Summer Camp Wednesday, July 31, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Join campers at GREEN THUMBS Summer Camp in 2024. Cultivate a connection to nature and plants in 7 weeks of discovery. Wednesdays only, July 10-August 21, 10am-noonSESSION IS FULL.  JOIN US in 2025. Play in the soil by growing seeds and planting vegetables in square foot beds and tepee gardens. Hunt for butterflies in the pollinator garden while finding the flowers they treasure. Find the Fairy Garden and the strawberry patch. Identify tasty herbs in the Herb Garden. Make compost, find worms, check out the bugs and see the rain barrels in action. Watch the birds nibbling on shrubs and at the feeders. Create art from nature. Enjoy a hayride around the farm and a celebratory harvest “feast.” Campers are children ages 5-12. (Five-year old children should be entering kindergarten in the fall.) Green Thumbs Summer Camp is limited to the first twenty children to register. Early registration is suggested. Exploration and instruction are provided by Suffolk Master Gardeners. NOTE: Please provide parent name, child’s name, date of birth, address, phone number and email address. A confirmation will be sent by email. Requests for accommodations should be made by June 1, 2024. Requests after that date will be met as best as possible. $80 for one child, $60 for each sibling. Make a check payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension. Mail to Roxanne Zimmer, Cornell Extension, 423 Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GreenThumb ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, August 1, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, August 1, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, August 1, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Coping with Toilet Learning Thursday, August 1, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Is your child physically and emotionally ready for toilet learning? Are you? This workshop will discuss signs of readiness and offer guidelines to successful toilet learning. FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcscumgqjgjHtW8kmTRE96xp31TjJflfq7W ========================================= The Art of Saving Seeds Thursday, August 1, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event This year's seeds can be next year's bounty. Save time and money by discovering which of your seeds can be saved for reproducing the same plant in the following season. Learn when to collect and process your seeds. Tips on proper labeling and storage methods will also be discussed. ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, August 3, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, August 3, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Prescripción De Frutas & Vegetales - Almuerzo y aprendizaje Monday, August 5, 2024 11:00 am - 11:45 am Online Event Talleres de nutrición GRATUITOS con un educador en nutrición de CCE Suffolk. Únase a nosotros y podrá recibir hasta un total de $200 en vegetales y frutas gratis. Recibirá $20 por cada taller en el que participe. Los talleres estarán disponibles en inglés y español. ¡SOLO PARA PACIENTES DE SUN RIVER HEALTH!Taller 1: Frutas y vegetales fantásticas Conozca la importancia de las frutas y vegetales en nuestra vida diaria.Taller 2: Control de porciones Consejos para reconocer cuánto comer para que puedas controlar el tamaño de tu porción y aun así quedar satisfecho.Taller 3: Actividad Física Aprenda formas prácticas de incorporar la actividad física a su día.Taller 4: Haga que la mitad de sus cereales sean integrales Obtenga conocimientos sobre cómo identificar adecuadamente un alimento integral y los beneficios de consumir más cereales integrales.Taller 5: Conteo de carbohidratos simplificado Lectura de etiquetas y conteo de carbohidratos para ayudar a los niveles de azúcar en sangre.Taller 6: Comer sano con un presupuesto Adquiera habilidades para una alimentación saludable con un presupuesto limitado a través de una alimentación adecuada planificación de comidas y compras inteligentes.Taller 7: Cenar con Diabetes Cada comida influye en el nivel de azúcar en sangre y en cómo tomar decisiones más saludables.Taller 8: Piensa en lo que bebes Aprenda habilidades para medir la cantidad de azúcar en opciones de bebidas populares y distinguir los nombres del azúcar.Taller 9: Seguridad Alimentaria Cómo y dónde se deben preparar y almacenar los alimentos.Taller 10: Proteína magra y recorrido por el supermercado Conozca los beneficios para la salud al incorporar el tipo correcto de proteína en sus dietas. Reúnase en el mercado local y aprenda las mejores estrategias para compras saludables. GRATIS ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription - Lunch & Learn Monday, August 5, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Online Event FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish.FOR SUN RIVER HEALTH PATIENTS ONLY! Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits and Veggies Learn about the importance of fruits and vegetables in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 3: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 4: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 5: Carb Counting Made Easy Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 6: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing.Workshop 7: Dining with Diabetes Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 8: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Lean Protein and Supermarket Tour Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Meet at local market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping. FREE ========================================= Parent Support Groups Monday, August 5, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Green Thumbs Summer Camp Wednesday, August 7, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Join campers at GREEN THUMBS Summer Camp in 2024. Cultivate a connection to nature and plants in 7 weeks of discovery. Wednesdays only, July 10-August 21, 10am-noonSESSION IS FULL.  JOIN US in 2025. Play in the soil by growing seeds and planting vegetables in square foot beds and tepee gardens. Hunt for butterflies in the pollinator garden while finding the flowers they treasure. Find the Fairy Garden and the strawberry patch. Identify tasty herbs in the Herb Garden. Make compost, find worms, check out the bugs and see the rain barrels in action. Watch the birds nibbling on shrubs and at the feeders. Create art from nature. Enjoy a hayride around the farm and a celebratory harvest “feast.” Campers are children ages 5-12. (Five-year old children should be entering kindergarten in the fall.) Green Thumbs Summer Camp is limited to the first twenty children to register. Early registration is suggested. Exploration and instruction are provided by Suffolk Master Gardeners. NOTE: Please provide parent name, child’s name, date of birth, address, phone number and email address. A confirmation will be sent by email. Requests for accommodations should be made by June 1, 2024. Requests after that date will be met as best as possible. $80 for one child, $60 for each sibling. Make a check payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension. Mail to Roxanne Zimmer, Cornell Extension, 423 Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GreenThumb ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, August 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Parent Support Groups Wednesday, August 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, August 8, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Worker Protection Standard Mock Inspection Thursday, August 8, 2024 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Pinewood Perennial Gardens, 560 Sterling Lane , Cuthogue, New York 11935 This workshop will review Worker Protection Standard (WPS) topics such as PPE, recordkeeping, central posting, worker and handler trainings, respirator requirements and more. Existing rules and updates will be addressed. Attendees will rotate between stations in a ‘mock inspection’ format. Bring your questions! 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Registration is required and limited. $10 per person Courtney Fenyo, cf389@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/MockInspection ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, August 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, August 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Sea Explorers Mini-Marine Biologist Programs - Babylon ages 3-5 w/parent Sunday, August 11, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Please ONLY BRING registered children; space is limited and we will not be able to accommodate extra children at the door. All registration for camp and outreach programs are online at UltraCamp.***Mini-Marine Biologist Programs $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= Prescripción De Frutas & Vegetales - Almuerzo y aprendizaje Monday, August 12, 2024 11:00 am - 11:45 am Online Event Talleres de nutrición GRATUITOS con un educador en nutrición de CCE Suffolk. Únase a nosotros y podrá recibir hasta un total de $200 en vegetales y frutas gratis. Recibirá $20 por cada taller en el que participe. Los talleres estarán disponibles en inglés y español. ¡SOLO PARA PACIENTES DE SUN RIVER HEALTH!Taller 1: Frutas y vegetales fantásticas Conozca la importancia de las frutas y vegetales en nuestra vida diaria.Taller 2: Control de porciones Consejos para reconocer cuánto comer para que puedas controlar el tamaño de tu porción y aun así quedar satisfecho.Taller 3: Actividad Física Aprenda formas prácticas de incorporar la actividad física a su día.Taller 4: Haga que la mitad de sus cereales sean integrales Obtenga conocimientos sobre cómo identificar adecuadamente un alimento integral y los beneficios de consumir más cereales integrales.Taller 5: Conteo de carbohidratos simplificado Lectura de etiquetas y conteo de carbohidratos para ayudar a los niveles de azúcar en sangre.Taller 6: Comer sano con un presupuesto Adquiera habilidades para una alimentación saludable con un presupuesto limitado a través de una alimentación adecuada planificación de comidas y compras inteligentes.Taller 7: Cenar con Diabetes Cada comida influye en el nivel de azúcar en sangre y en cómo tomar decisiones más saludables.Taller 8: Piensa en lo que bebes Aprenda habilidades para medir la cantidad de azúcar en opciones de bebidas populares y distinguir los nombres del azúcar.Taller 9: Seguridad Alimentaria Cómo y dónde se deben preparar y almacenar los alimentos.Taller 10: Proteína magra y recorrido por el supermercado Conozca los beneficios para la salud al incorporar el tipo correcto de proteína en sus dietas. Reúnase en el mercado local y aprenda las mejores estrategias para compras saludables. GRATIS ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription - Lunch & Learn Monday, August 12, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Online Event FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish.FOR SUN RIVER HEALTH PATIENTS ONLY! Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits and Veggies Learn about the importance of fruits and vegetables in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 3: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 4: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 5: Carb Counting Made Easy Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 6: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing.Workshop 7: Dining with Diabetes Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 8: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Lean Protein and Supermarket Tour Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Meet at local market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping. FREE ========================================= Parent Support Groups Monday, August 12, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Parent Support Groups Tuesday, August 13, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, August 13, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Green Thumbs Summer Camp Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Join campers at GREEN THUMBS Summer Camp in 2024. Cultivate a connection to nature and plants in 7 weeks of discovery. Wednesdays only, July 10-August 21, 10am-noonSESSION IS FULL.  JOIN US in 2025. Play in the soil by growing seeds and planting vegetables in square foot beds and tepee gardens. Hunt for butterflies in the pollinator garden while finding the flowers they treasure. Find the Fairy Garden and the strawberry patch. Identify tasty herbs in the Herb Garden. Make compost, find worms, check out the bugs and see the rain barrels in action. Watch the birds nibbling on shrubs and at the feeders. Create art from nature. Enjoy a hayride around the farm and a celebratory harvest “feast.” Campers are children ages 5-12. (Five-year old children should be entering kindergarten in the fall.) Green Thumbs Summer Camp is limited to the first twenty children to register. Early registration is suggested. Exploration and instruction are provided by Suffolk Master Gardeners. NOTE: Please provide parent name, child’s name, date of birth, address, phone number and email address. A confirmation will be sent by email. Requests for accommodations should be made by June 1, 2024. Requests after that date will be met as best as possible. $80 for one child, $60 for each sibling. Make a check payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension. Mail to Roxanne Zimmer, Cornell Extension, 423 Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GreenThumb ========================================= Parent Support Groups Wednesday, August 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Rain Gardens Wednesday, August 14, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Do you want a garden that looks good year-round, requires little maintenance, and helps prevent water pollution? Rain gardens are shallow depressions designed to soak up water and support trees, shrubs, and flowers that tolerate both wet and dry conditions. Learn which plants perform best in a rain garden. Discover two local Long Island funding sources to support your rain garden expenses. ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, August 15, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Dining Out with Diabetes Thursday, August 15, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sayville Library, 88 Greene Avenue , Sayville, New York 11782 Being diagnosed with Diabetes or pre diabetes does not mean that your meals must be boring. This class will dive into the basics of dining with diabetes, from nutrition education to mouth-watering meal suggestions to enjoy in your home or while dining out. This interactive workshop will allow time for practicing from actual restaurant menus as you gain additional strategies for healthy options. To register: Visit the library reference desk, call 631-589-4440 or register online at sayvillelibrary.org "programs and events". Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= The New Perennial Garden Thursday, August 15, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The new perennial garden is a more biodiverse landscape of plant layers, including many native plants, forming a plant community best suited for year-round interest in a location. The High Line is one example of this landscape design approach. Learn how to incorporate key features in your home garden. ========================================= Native Plants in your Garden Thursday, August 15, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Native plants are the best choices for Long Island gardeners. Not only are they vigorous and attractive, but native plants support our pollinators. Discover the increasing array of handsome native plants that can you can incorporate in your landscape. ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, August 16, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Prescripción De Frutas & Vegetales - Almuerzo y aprendizaje Monday, August 19, 2024 11:00 am - 11:45 am Online Event Talleres de nutrición GRATUITOS con un educador en nutrición de CCE Suffolk. Únase a nosotros y podrá recibir hasta un total de $200 en vegetales y frutas gratis. Recibirá $20 por cada taller en el que participe. Los talleres estarán disponibles en inglés y español. ¡SOLO PARA PACIENTES DE SUN RIVER HEALTH!Taller 1: Frutas y vegetales fantásticas Conozca la importancia de las frutas y vegetales en nuestra vida diaria.Taller 2: Control de porciones Consejos para reconocer cuánto comer para que puedas controlar el tamaño de tu porción y aun así quedar satisfecho.Taller 3: Actividad Física Aprenda formas prácticas de incorporar la actividad física a su día.Taller 4: Haga que la mitad de sus cereales sean integrales Obtenga conocimientos sobre cómo identificar adecuadamente un alimento integral y los beneficios de consumir más cereales integrales.Taller 5: Conteo de carbohidratos simplificado Lectura de etiquetas y conteo de carbohidratos para ayudar a los niveles de azúcar en sangre.Taller 6: Comer sano con un presupuesto Adquiera habilidades para una alimentación saludable con un presupuesto limitado a través de una alimentación adecuada planificación de comidas y compras inteligentes.Taller 7: Cenar con Diabetes Cada comida influye en el nivel de azúcar en sangre y en cómo tomar decisiones más saludables.Taller 8: Piensa en lo que bebes Aprenda habilidades para medir la cantidad de azúcar en opciones de bebidas populares y distinguir los nombres del azúcar.Taller 9: Seguridad Alimentaria Cómo y dónde se deben preparar y almacenar los alimentos.Taller 10: Proteína magra y recorrido por el supermercado Conozca los beneficios para la salud al incorporar el tipo correcto de proteína en sus dietas. Reúnase en el mercado local y aprenda las mejores estrategias para compras saludables. GRATIS ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription - Lunch & Learn Monday, August 19, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Online Event FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish.FOR SUN RIVER HEALTH PATIENTS ONLY! Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits and Veggies Learn about the importance of fruits and vegetables in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 3: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 4: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 5: Carb Counting Made Easy Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 6: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing.Workshop 7: Dining with Diabetes Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 8: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Lean Protein and Supermarket Tour Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Meet at local market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping. FREE ========================================= NY Soil Health Field Day: Summer Cover Crops Monday, August 19, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Long Island Horticultural Research and Extension Center, 3059 Sound Ave. , Riverhead, NY 11901 Hosted by CCE Suffolk Agricultural Stewardship Program in coordination with Cornell Small Farms and Cornell NY Soil HealthThis soil health field day will include demonstrations of summer cover crops including annual ryegrass, sunn hemp, cow pea, berseem clover, teff, sorghum sudangrass, pearl millet, mustard, and buckwheat as well as information about planting dates, rates and how to incorporate summer cover crops into your system. Date:August 19th, 4:00-5:30 pm in EnglishAugust 20th, 4:00-5:30 pm in SpanishDrinks and light refreshments will follow FREE Emily Lindback, el684@cornell.edu, 631-740-0268 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/SoilHealthFieldDay ========================================= NY Soil Health Field Day: Summer Cover Crops - Español Tuesday, August 20, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Long Island Horticultural Research and Extension Center, 3059 Sound Avenue , Riverhead, New York 11901-1098 Organizado por el Programa de Administración Agrícola de CCE Suffolk en coordinación con Cornell Small Farms y Cornell NY Soil Health Este día de campo sobre la salud del suelo incluirá demostraciones de cultivos de cobertura de verano, incluidos raigrás anual, cáñamo sunn, caupí, trébol berseem, teff, sorgo sudangrass, mijo perla, mostaza y trigo sarraceno, así como información sobre fechas de siembra, tasas y cómo incorporar. cultivos de cobertura de verano en su sistema. Fecha:  19 de agosto, 4:00-5:30 pm en inglés 20 de agosto, 4:00-5:30 pm en español Seguirán bebidas y refrigerios ligeros. GRATIS ========================================= Brewery Lecture Series Tuesday, August 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Our 2024 Brewery Lecture Series is back! Support your local brewery, while learning about these exciting marine topics. Plenty of time for Q & A and mingling with our expert speakers. *Please note that topics are subject to change. OYSTER REEFS Thursday, May 9, 2024: Kidd Squid Brewing Co. 11 Spring Street, Sag Harbor, NY, 11963 BLUE CARBON Thursday, June 6, 2024: Westhampton Beach Brewing Co. 220 Roger's Way, Westhampton Beach, NY, 11978 SEAHORSE CONSERVATION Tuesday, August 20, 2024: Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. (Peconic) 42155 Main Road, Peconic, NY, 11958HARD CLAMS + BAY SCALLOPSTuesday, September 10, 2024: Shelter Island Craft Brewery55 North Ferry Road, Shelter Island, NY, 11964 Free! Pre-registration is appreciated, and enters you into our door prize raffles! Kimberly Barbour, kp237@cornell.edu, 631-461-5294 Registration: https://backtothebays.org/lectures ========================================= Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Tuesday, August 20, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Si usted o alguno de sus seres queridos padece de diabetes o prediabetes únase a nuestro: Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Dirigido por un Educador sobre la Diabetesde la Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Cornell. El tercero martes de cada mes, a las 6:30 de la tarde. Información de Zoom ID de la reunión: 918 0748 4123Contraseña: Diabeteshttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 Gratis Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 ========================================= Green Thumbs Summer Camp Wednesday, August 21, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Join campers at GREEN THUMBS Summer Camp in 2024. Cultivate a connection to nature and plants in 7 weeks of discovery. Wednesdays only, July 10-August 21, 10am-noonSESSION IS FULL.  JOIN US in 2025. Play in the soil by growing seeds and planting vegetables in square foot beds and tepee gardens. Hunt for butterflies in the pollinator garden while finding the flowers they treasure. Find the Fairy Garden and the strawberry patch. Identify tasty herbs in the Herb Garden. Make compost, find worms, check out the bugs and see the rain barrels in action. Watch the birds nibbling on shrubs and at the feeders. Create art from nature. Enjoy a hayride around the farm and a celebratory harvest “feast.” Campers are children ages 5-12. (Five-year old children should be entering kindergarten in the fall.) Green Thumbs Summer Camp is limited to the first twenty children to register. Early registration is suggested. Exploration and instruction are provided by Suffolk Master Gardeners. NOTE: Please provide parent name, child’s name, date of birth, address, phone number and email address. A confirmation will be sent by email. Requests for accommodations should be made by June 1, 2024. Requests after that date will be met as best as possible. $80 for one child, $60 for each sibling. Make a check payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension. Mail to Roxanne Zimmer, Cornell Extension, 423 Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GreenThumb ========================================= Lawn Alternatives Wednesday, August 21, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Amagansett Library Free Library, 215 Main Street | , Amagansett, New York 11930 Whether you want to reduce the size of your lawn or replace it, there are many handsome alternatives including weed-suppressive groundcovers, ornamental grasses, perennials, and shrubs.Take this opportunity to give your front or back yard greater biodiversity by attracting more pollinators as you enhance landscape composition and appearance. THIS PROGRAM is IN-PERSON. ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, August 22, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Pollinator Garden Tour: Huntington Thursday, August 22, 2024 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Kubecka Community Garden, 95-99 Dunlap Rd , Huntington, New York 11743 Visit a number of pollinator gardens at private homes as well as public gardens with Master Gardeners. The tour begins in Kubecka Community Garden, 95-99 Dunlap Rd, Huntington Rain date: August 23, same time Free event. No pre-registration required ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, August 24, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Support Groups Tuesday, August 27, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Caring for oneself means taking time to do things for our own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows us to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing us to do a better job of meeting our responsibilities. During this program we will review reactions to stress, introduce strategies for stress management, and offer suggestions for self-care. Tuesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd--urT8pHNEPxgv67E3keXNc0YhNMyBZ Thursday, July 25, 2024, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwofu2prjwsGdKLRwF9qvQ2MDTdSVUlgHQp Talking to Kids about Difficult (and Scary) Things When our kids come to us with questions about the challenging things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. Sometimes the struggle is knowing that many of these things are out of our control and defy explanation. This workshop will offer age specific information and strategies to help discuss difficult topics, especially in this digital age. Thursday, June 20, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsd2hqjwqG9Mv9J0b5o5Z_h1Ik3rlRzC6 Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Monday, July 8, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde2spzsvHdaUeXaXx2ItJs0Gmszm3h1A Cultivating Resilient Teens Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience. Tuesday, July 16, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-qgqj4uHdKAAONEoVI6mT-jCIzr-dSc Caring for Yourself: Managing Grief and Loss The COVID-19 pandemic and many local national and international events have upended our lives in a myriad of ways. We have experienced losses that may have been stressful and difficult to cope with. This workshop explores ways to learn about and manage our grief and sense of loss, whether it be the loss of a loved one or other pandemic related losses (job, financial security, social connections). This program will also discuss how our children grieve and ways we can better support them. Tuesday, July 23, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc--qqz8oG9deaH1u4chIY6z6fr6JPCBx Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world. Tuesday, July 30, 10-11am Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElceyhqzwqG93vF9Q3nlYy6OeexJc2VKaR Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. June 17 • 3:30pm June 26 • 5:00pm July 9 • 1:00pm July 12 • 10:00am July 16 • 10:00am August 7 • 12:00pm August 12 • 12:00pm August 14 • 12:00pm Workshop: School Avoidance July 11 • 10:00-11:00am August 5 • 5:00-6:00pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRBMklOYzFDR25wdFRlTXVnQT09 Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1nTGtDanpyS0R4ZGloR3I2Zz09 EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: Julio 16, Julio 30, Agosto 13, Agosto 27 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, August 29, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, August 31, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, August 31, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, September 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, September 5, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, September 5, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, September 5, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, September 7, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Brewery Lecture Series Tuesday, September 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Our 2024 Brewery Lecture Series is back! Support your local brewery, while learning about these exciting marine topics. Plenty of time for Q & A and mingling with our expert speakers. *Please note that topics are subject to change. OYSTER REEFS Thursday, May 9, 2024: Kidd Squid Brewing Co. 11 Spring Street, Sag Harbor, NY, 11963 BLUE CARBON Thursday, June 6, 2024: Westhampton Beach Brewing Co. 220 Roger's Way, Westhampton Beach, NY, 11978 SEAHORSE CONSERVATION Tuesday, August 20, 2024: Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. (Peconic) 42155 Main Road, Peconic, NY, 11958HARD CLAMS + BAY SCALLOPSTuesday, September 10, 2024: Shelter Island Craft Brewery55 North Ferry Road, Shelter Island, NY, 11964 Free! Pre-registration is appreciated, and enters you into our door prize raffles! Kimberly Barbour, kp237@cornell.edu, 631-461-5294 Registration: https://backtothebays.org/lectures ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, September 10, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Mobile Diabetes Screening Event Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Pronto, 128 Pine Aire Drive , Bayshore, NY 11706 Get back on track with your health! Need help managing your diabetes? Curious about your numbers? Sun River Health will be providing free, onsite diabetes screening services.Just visit our mobile van clinic to get your A1C tested and learn about risk factors, signs & symptoms of diabetes, healthy eating and more with our Registered Dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County while you wait! Hope to see you there! In collaboration with Legislator Samuel Gonzalez, LD 9 FREE ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Farm Campout Saturday, September 14, 2024 3:30 pm - 9:00 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Grab your camping gear and get ready to experience the farm like never before! Join us for a camping trip with the family. Stroll around the farm and say goodnight to all the animals, take a sunset wagon ride, pick a pumpkin, race to find the end of the corn maze, and end the evening with a movie in the field, wagon rides throughout the evening and a bonfire.**TAKE A LOOK AT THE MAP BELOW & FAQ ON EVENT PAGE  or on link tree through Instagram. PLEASE READ THROUGH FAQs** Only one person in your group needs to be registered and no more than 6 people per group. If you would like to camp next to another group, you will need to coordinate with the other party before registering to decide which campsites to choose.Guests are welcome to bring a cooler for food/drinks of their own. Tent camping only - no RV's or pop-ups. Bathrooms will be available - there are no showers. Staff will be available on site overnight.Rain date: September 21st, 2024No refunds without a 72 hours’ noticeClick this link to view sites: $150 per site (up to 6 people per group) Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/campoutfarm ========================================= Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Tuesday, September 17, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Si usted o alguno de sus seres queridos padece de diabetes o prediabetes únase a nuestro: Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Dirigido por un Educador sobre la Diabetesde la Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Cornell. El tercero martes de cada mes, a las 6:30 de la tarde. Información de Zoom ID de la reunión: 918 0748 4123Contraseña: Diabeteshttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 Gratis Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 ========================================= Diabetes 101: diagnosticado con diabetes, ¿ahora qué? Wednesday, September 18, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Esta clase cubre los conceptos básicos que necesitas saber. si usted o un ser querido fue diagnosticado con Diabetes. Los participantes aprenderán sobre diabetes, así como habilidades de autocontrol, incluida la planificación de comidas y la autoevaluación. niveles de glucosa en sangre, trabajo con proveedores y manejo del estrés. GRATIS Registration: https://brentwood.librarycalendar.com ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 18, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm BOD Meetings – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM unless otherwise specified. July 17, 2024 (SCMELC – 5:00 BBQ & Tour)September 18, 2024 (LIHREC) - Tour November 20, 2024 (TBD) Annual Meeting Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, September 20, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, September 21, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, October 2, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, October 3, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, October 3, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, October 3, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, October 5, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, October 8, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, October 10, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Tuesday, October 15, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Si usted o alguno de sus seres queridos padece de diabetes o prediabetes únase a nuestro: Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Dirigido por un Educador sobre la Diabetesde la Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Cornell. El tercero martes de cada mes, a las 6:30 de la tarde. Información de Zoom ID de la reunión: 918 0748 4123Contraseña: Diabeteshttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 Gratis Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, October 17, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, October 18, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Mobile Diabetes Screening Event Friday, October 18, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Brightview Senior Living, 1175 NY-112 , Port Jefferson Station, New York 11776 Get back on track with your health! Need help managing your diabetes? Curious about your numbers? Sun River Health will be providing free, onsite diabetes screening services.  Just visit our mobile van to get your A1C tested and learn about diabetes risk factors, signs & symptoms of diabetes, healthy eating and meet with our Registered Dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County while you wait! Hope to see you there! We hope to see you there! In collaboration with Senator Palumbo and Assemblyman Flood FREE ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Thursday, October 24, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $150 for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood at St. Josephs Convent. You will receive $15 for each workshop you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. SERIES ONE workshops will take place on Thursdays, June 6-August15th. (No class July 4th) SERIES TWO workshops will take place on Thursdays, August 22nd-October 24th. Both Series are held at the Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY. Classes are 10:00-11:00am *weather permitting. (check Thera Farms Facebook for weather related closures)Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits Learn about the importance of fruits in our everyday lives.Workshop 2: Fabulous Vegetables Veggies are an integral part of our meals- learn more about starchy and non-starchy vegetables.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Portion Control Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 5: ReThink Your Drink Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 6: Foods That Taste Great-(Limit Fat and Sodium) Learn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets.Workshop 7: Vary Your Protein Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 8: Make Half Your Grains Whole Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 9: Food Safety How and where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 10: Physical Activity Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day. FREE ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, November 2, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, November 6, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Diabetes 101: Diagnosed with Diabetes, Now What? Friday, November 8, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 This class covers the basics that you need to know if you or a loved one were diagnosed with Diabetes. Participants will learn about diabetes as well as self-management skills including meal planning, self-testing blood glucose levels, working with providers, and stress management.Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE Cristina Tierney, cft36@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Mobile Diabetes Screening Event Wednesday, November 13, 2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Brookhaven Town Hall - North Parking Lot, 1 Independence Hill , Farmingville, NY 11738 In Support of National Diabetes Month...Get back on track with your health!Do you need help managing your diabetes? Curious about your numbers? Sun River Health will be providing free, onsite diabetes screening services. Just visit our mobile van to get your A1C tested and learn about diabetes risk factors, signs & symptoms of diabetes, healthy eating and meet with our Registered Dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County while you wait!Hope to see you there! FREE ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, November 15, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Joy of Gardening Monday, September 9, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Online Event Do you want to enhance your gardening skills? What can you learn about native and pollinator plants? How to select the right plant for the right place? Learn more about flowers, foliage, garden design and other gardening topics in this 10 week course offered from September through November. The online course is self-paced with lectures available on your schedule. Suggested field trips and garden makeovers.Enrollment is open for the 2024 offering. $375.00 Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 Registration: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E169394&id=66 ========================================= Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Tuesday, November 19, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Si usted o alguno de sus seres queridos padece de diabetes o prediabetes únase a nuestro: Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Dirigido por un Educador sobre la Diabetesde la Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Cornell. El tercero martes de cada mes, a las 6:30 de la tarde. Información de Zoom ID de la reunión: 918 0748 4123Contraseña: Diabeteshttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 Gratis Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm BOD Meetings – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM unless otherwise specified. July 17, 2024 (SCMELC – 5:00 BBQ & Tour)September 18, 2024 (LIHREC) - Tour November 20, 2024 (TBD) Annual Meeting Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, December 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, December 10, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Diabetes 101: Diagnosed with Diabetes, Now What? Wednesday, December 11, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Brentwood Library, 34 Second Avenue , Brentwood, New York 11717 This class covers the basics that you need to know if you or a loved one were diagnosed with Diabetes. Participants will learn about diabetes as well as self-management skills including meal planning, self-testing blood glucose levels, working with providers, and stress management. FREE Registration: https://brentwood.librarycalendar.com ========================================= Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Tuesday, December 17, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Si usted o alguno de sus seres queridos padece de diabetes o prediabetes únase a nuestro: Grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito sobre la diabetes Dirigido por un Educador sobre la Diabetesde la Extensión Cooperativa de la Universidad de Cornell. El tercero martes de cada mes, a las 6:30 de la tarde. Información de Zoom ID de la reunión: 918 0748 4123Contraseña: Diabeteshttps://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 Gratis Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQT09 ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, December 20, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE =========================================