FRUIT & VEGGIE PRESCRIPTION (FVRx) Thursday, September 28, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Join us for a nutrition education class, food tasting and voucher for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood.  You will receive $15 for each of the workshops you participate in.  Workshops will be available in English, and Spanish.  Pre and Post Surveys requested. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: Sept. 7 - Engage in hands-on program that offers tips and tricks to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. Workshop 2: Portion Control with My Plate: Sept. 14 - Learn easy portion control tips and recommended serving sizes when preparing balanced meals Workshop 3: Make Half Your Grains Whole: Sept. 21 - Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains. Workshop 4: Rethink Your Drink: Sept. 28 - Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Oct. 5 - Importance of Exercise will be discussed along with participation in physical activity for all activity levels Workshop 6: Limit fat and Sodium in Your Meals: Oct. 12 - Learn about the physical effects of excess fat and sodium. Identify and reduce the main sources and how to properly read a food label. Workshop 7: Eating Better on a Budget: Oct. 19 - Plan, Shop and Save Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget Workshop 8 : Vary your proteins: Oct. 26 - Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals. Workshop 9: Food Safety: Nov. 2 - Keep food safe from bacteria and other pathogens. Simple food safety principles to reduce food borne illnesses. FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, September 28, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Supporting Youth Mental Health Fall Series Thursday, September 28, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join us for FREE educational programs to help you learn valuable information on supporting youth mental health! Teens and Screens Teens today are undoubtedly growing up in a digital age. The ever-increasing presence of technology presents new opportunities for young people, 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. Friday, September 22, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpd--tqD4vGt3Vmg7GPO-WtUApIi_YSf3D Helping Kids Through Trauma Childhood exposure to stress and trauma can have lasting effects on the body and brain. Research suggests that these may only be risk factors and the negative effects of these adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) may be buffered by positive and protective experiences. This workshop explores how we have come to understand this phenomenon. Participants will learn about how our stress response system works when we experience traumatic events and ways to build resilience in our youth. Thursday, September 28, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsf-2pqzIqGdzA5-pw6_PKreqULTyvQP3n Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Parents and caregivers often face many questions in creating a safe and supportive environment for a child identifying as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or other (LGBTQ+) community. LGBTQ+ youth often face greater bullying, discrimination and mental health challenges. Learn strategies to create a supportive family, community and school environment, which can make the biggest positive difference on the lives of LGBTQ youth. Thursday, October 5, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kduGsqjooEt2C1Yx4eu4QEglpYrqp_G5w Recognizing and Managing Anxiety With anxiety on the rise over the past decade and the continued effects of COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen even more levels of stress in children and teens. It’s not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens, particularly in these challenging times. 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. Friday, October 13, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvcuCurzMoG9N5GsxL4bInNnCFlLaxSBWO 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 science backed strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how helping their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication, can build and maintain resilience. Thursday, October 19, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpce2rqz4pGNF5WympacEh7Qs9mcEJP3sP FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, September 28, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= Parent Cafe - Middle Country Library Friday, September 29, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with:Parent EducatorsNutrition EducatorsLactation Consultants Free Classes:Different topic each weekChildcare availableCertificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programsEnjoy a light breakfast with us!Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:July 7-July 28 (Parent education classes)July 7: Living with toddlersJuly 14: Coping with toilet learningJuly 21: Positive disciplineJuly 28: Coping with temper tantrumsSeptember 8-29 (Nutrition education classes)September 8: Nutrition for your Toddler (2-3 years)September 15: Nutrition for your Preschooler (4-5 years)September 22: Feeding Families on a tight budgetSeptember 29: Breastfeeding Q & A (offered virtually only)Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_09d5ctoNeF8NR2e?Q_CHL=qr ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, September 30, 2023 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. Goat yoga is a fun twist to the more traditional flow. End your day in downward dog while having some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga, but best for ages 8 and up. Taught by certified instructors. Please bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyogascf ========================================= FISHERIES EVENTS Monday, October 2, 2023 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Come on out and meet our FISHERIES team!COOKING DEMOS || TASTINGS || TALKS September 1Cooking demo & Tasting at Three Village Farmers Market September 9 Town of Islip SeaFest September 11Monkfish Cooking Demo and Talk at the American Culinary FederationSeptember 21 Monkfish Talk at Kidd Squid Brewery, Sag   Harbor 5:30 -7pmSeptember 23 Monkfish Tastings Newport Food and Wine Festival, Newport, RIOctober 2Cook a FISH, Give a FISH Learn to cook with local Black Sea Bass at Crave Fish Bar, NYCOctober 6 Local seafood cooking demo and tasting Three Village Farmers MarketNovember 3  Monkfish Workshop at UMass SMAST, MA Kristin Gerbino, kk334@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 319 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, October 2, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered the following Mondays in October (2,16,23,30) and November (6) from 12:00-1:00pm. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, October 2, 2023 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Nature at Night Tuesday, October 3, 2023 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Join us on the farm for some fun hands-on activities to discover the mysterious creatures that come out at night. Participants will learn how creatures like bats, owls and even bugs benefit our environment while we are asleep! Students will also learn some benefits and difficulties of both nocturnal and diurnal animals. Our resident nocturnal friends will accompany the educator in the classroom to allow students an interaction “up close and personal. $10 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/octoberevents?fbclid=IwAR0nH0I31c1CxQFPBUX2lS6S_l3Qm_OfmOUhD1eseGtlEo3dLMNVUGY-768 ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 2 Tuesday, October 3, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Sessions presented by a Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator. This series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:September 12: Living with ToddlersSeptember 19: Coping with Toilet LearningSeptember 26: Positive DisciplineOctober 3: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkduyppzsrHNU7aQM-aoGMczG96wmLsT6V ========================================= Charlas para padres: Bayshore Wednesday, October 4, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Service League, 1444 Fifth Avenue , Bayshore, NY 11706 Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. Cuidado de niños disponible ¡Disfruta de un desayuno ligero con nosotros! ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 20 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 27 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 4 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 11 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 18 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 25 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 1 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 8 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IMf3iS7FpdfLzo ========================================= Needle Felting Wednesday, October 4, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Come learn the awesome art of needle felting! Lean about the process of getting the wool from shearing to yarn and everything in between. This class is perfect for youth ages 10- 15   $15 per person Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/octoberevents?fbclid=IwAR0nH0I31c1CxQFPBUX2lS6S_l3Qm_OfmOUhD1eseGtlEo3dLMNVUGY-768 ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 3 Wednesday, October 4, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 20: Living with ToddlersSeptember 27: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 4: Positive DisciplineOctober 11: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 18: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)October 25: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 1: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 8: Breastfeeding Q&As Part 2 Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpf-yrrDovH9MHa_8Y_0dIPDPqxKR5RJOP ========================================= Lawns Love Fall Wednesday, October 4, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Early fall is the perfect time to give your lawn a makeover! Learn how to make your lawn a more environmentally friendly green space while maintaining a healthy and attractive landscape. Grass seed features, mowing, watering and organic amendments will be discussed. Suitable groundcovers and other plantings will be introduced as complements and alternatives to turf grass. ========================================= FRUIT & VEGGIE PRESCRIPTION (FVRx) Thursday, October 5, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Join us for a nutrition education class, food tasting and voucher for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood.  You will receive $15 for each of the workshops you participate in.  Workshops will be available in English, and Spanish.  Pre and Post Surveys requested. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: Sept. 7 - Engage in hands-on program that offers tips and tricks to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. Workshop 2: Portion Control with My Plate: Sept. 14 - Learn easy portion control tips and recommended serving sizes when preparing balanced meals Workshop 3: Make Half Your Grains Whole: Sept. 21 - Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains. Workshop 4: Rethink Your Drink: Sept. 28 - Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Oct. 5 - Importance of Exercise will be discussed along with participation in physical activity for all activity levels Workshop 6: Limit fat and Sodium in Your Meals: Oct. 12 - Learn about the physical effects of excess fat and sodium. Identify and reduce the main sources and how to properly read a food label. Workshop 7: Eating Better on a Budget: Oct. 19 - Plan, Shop and Save Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget Workshop 8 : Vary your proteins: Oct. 26 - Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals. Workshop 9: Food Safety: Nov. 2 - Keep food safe from bacteria and other pathogens. Simple food safety principles to reduce food borne illnesses. FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, October 5, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Supporting Youth Mental Health Fall Series Thursday, October 5, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join us for FREE educational programs to help you learn valuable information on supporting youth mental health! Teens and Screens Teens today are undoubtedly growing up in a digital age. The ever-increasing presence of technology presents new opportunities for young people, 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. Friday, September 22, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpd--tqD4vGt3Vmg7GPO-WtUApIi_YSf3D Helping Kids Through Trauma Childhood exposure to stress and trauma can have lasting effects on the body and brain. Research suggests that these may only be risk factors and the negative effects of these adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) may be buffered by positive and protective experiences. This workshop explores how we have come to understand this phenomenon. Participants will learn about how our stress response system works when we experience traumatic events and ways to build resilience in our youth. Thursday, September 28, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsf-2pqzIqGdzA5-pw6_PKreqULTyvQP3n Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Parents and caregivers often face many questions in creating a safe and supportive environment for a child identifying as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or other (LGBTQ+) community. LGBTQ+ youth often face greater bullying, discrimination and mental health challenges. Learn strategies to create a supportive family, community and school environment, which can make the biggest positive difference on the lives of LGBTQ youth. Thursday, October 5, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kduGsqjooEt2C1Yx4eu4QEglpYrqp_G5w Recognizing and Managing Anxiety With anxiety on the rise over the past decade and the continued effects of COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen even more levels of stress in children and teens. It’s not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens, particularly in these challenging times. 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. Friday, October 13, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvcuCurzMoG9N5GsxL4bInNnCFlLaxSBWO 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 science backed strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how helping their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication, can build and maintain resilience. Thursday, October 19, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpce2rqz4pGNF5WympacEh7Qs9mcEJP3sP FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Turkey Time Thursday, October 5, 2023 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Fall is the perfect time to learn all about the Turkey! This program includes a story, a visit with two of our resident turkeys , do a craft and sing some tureky songs!  $10 per child Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/octoberevents?fbclid=IwAR0nH0I31c1CxQFPBUX2lS6S_l3Qm_OfmOUhD1eseGtlEo3dLMNVUGY-768 ========================================= Fall is for Planting Bulbs Thursday, October 5, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Online Event Bring spring color to your garden when you plant bulbs, tubers, rhizomes and corms in the fall. Learn how to extend blooms from early spring to early summer with snowdrops, daffodils, crocus, tulips, allium and iris. Discover proper planting techniques for an array of flowers from March to June next season. ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, October 5, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= FISHERIES EVENTS Friday, October 6, 2023 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Come on out and meet our FISHERIES team!COOKING DEMOS || TASTINGS || TALKS September 1Cooking demo & Tasting at Three Village Farmers Market September 9 Town of Islip SeaFest September 11Monkfish Cooking Demo and Talk at the American Culinary FederationSeptember 21 Monkfish Talk at Kidd Squid Brewery, Sag   Harbor 5:30 -7pmSeptember 23 Monkfish Tastings Newport Food and Wine Festival, Newport, RIOctober 2Cook a FISH, Give a FISH Learn to cook with local Black Sea Bass at Crave Fish Bar, NYCOctober 6 Local seafood cooking demo and tasting Three Village Farmers MarketNovember 3  Monkfish Workshop at UMass SMAST, MA Kristin Gerbino, kk334@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 319 ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, October 7, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats. Goat yoga is a fun twist to the more traditional flow. End your day in downward dog while having some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga, but best for ages 8 and up. Taught by certified instructors. Please bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyogascf ========================================= Goats! Tuesday, October 10, 2023 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Learn all about one of the first domesticated animals with this hands-on program. Meet some goats, read a story, learn some interesting facts, and enjoy a wagon ride! This program is best for kids ages 5-10 $10 per person Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/octoberevents?fbclid=IwAR0nH0I31c1CxQFPBUX2lS6S_l3Qm_OfmOUhD1eseGtlEo3dLMNVUGY-768 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, October 10, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event If you or your loved one have been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes, join us for a FREE virtual Diabetes support group! All are welcome. Diabetes support groups have been shown to improve health outcomes and can be a safe space to share your stories and learn from others with the condition. There is no need to register.Zoom Information:Meeting ID: 918 0748 4123Passcode: DiabetesLink: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlj... FREE Cristina Toscano, cft36@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 ========================================= Charlas para padres: Bayshore Wednesday, October 11, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Service League, 1444 Fifth Avenue , Bayshore, NY 11706 Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. Cuidado de niños disponible ¡Disfruta de un desayuno ligero con nosotros! ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 20 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 27 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 4 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 11 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 18 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 25 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 1 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 8 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IMf3iS7FpdfLzo ========================================= Llamas on the farm Wednesday, October 11, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Get up close and personal with our resident llamas. We will talk all about llamas, We touch on their habitat, their cultural significance, the impact on their environment, get to walk one of our llamas. This program is great for older youth ages 10-15 $15 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/octoberevents?fbclid=IwAR0nH0I31c1CxQFPBUX2lS6S_l3Qm_OfmOUhD1eseGtlEo3dLMNVUGY-768 ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 3 Wednesday, October 11, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 20: Living with ToddlersSeptember 27: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 4: Positive DisciplineOctober 11: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 18: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)October 25: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 1: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 8: Breastfeeding Q&As Part 2 Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpf-yrrDovH9MHa_8Y_0dIPDPqxKR5RJOP ========================================= FRUIT & VEGGIE PRESCRIPTION (FVRx) Thursday, October 12, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Join us for a nutrition education class, food tasting and voucher for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood.  You will receive $15 for each of the workshops you participate in.  Workshops will be available in English, and Spanish.  Pre and Post Surveys requested. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: Sept. 7 - Engage in hands-on program that offers tips and tricks to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. Workshop 2: Portion Control with My Plate: Sept. 14 - Learn easy portion control tips and recommended serving sizes when preparing balanced meals Workshop 3: Make Half Your Grains Whole: Sept. 21 - Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains. Workshop 4: Rethink Your Drink: Sept. 28 - Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Oct. 5 - Importance of Exercise will be discussed along with participation in physical activity for all activity levels Workshop 6: Limit fat and Sodium in Your Meals: Oct. 12 - Learn about the physical effects of excess fat and sodium. Identify and reduce the main sources and how to properly read a food label. Workshop 7: Eating Better on a Budget: Oct. 19 - Plan, Shop and Save Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget Workshop 8 : Vary your proteins: Oct. 26 - Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals. Workshop 9: Food Safety: Nov. 2 - Keep food safe from bacteria and other pathogens. Simple food safety principles to reduce food borne illnesses. FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, October 12, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, October 12, 2023 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, October 12, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= Supporting Youth Mental Health Fall Series Friday, October 13, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join us for FREE educational programs to help you learn valuable information on supporting youth mental health! Teens and Screens Teens today are undoubtedly growing up in a digital age. The ever-increasing presence of technology presents new opportunities for young people, 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. Friday, September 22, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpd--tqD4vGt3Vmg7GPO-WtUApIi_YSf3D Helping Kids Through Trauma Childhood exposure to stress and trauma can have lasting effects on the body and brain. Research suggests that these may only be risk factors and the negative effects of these adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) may be buffered by positive and protective experiences. This workshop explores how we have come to understand this phenomenon. Participants will learn about how our stress response system works when we experience traumatic events and ways to build resilience in our youth. Thursday, September 28, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsf-2pqzIqGdzA5-pw6_PKreqULTyvQP3n Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Parents and caregivers often face many questions in creating a safe and supportive environment for a child identifying as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or other (LGBTQ+) community. LGBTQ+ youth often face greater bullying, discrimination and mental health challenges. Learn strategies to create a supportive family, community and school environment, which can make the biggest positive difference on the lives of LGBTQ youth. Thursday, October 5, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kduGsqjooEt2C1Yx4eu4QEglpYrqp_G5w Recognizing and Managing Anxiety With anxiety on the rise over the past decade and the continued effects of COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen even more levels of stress in children and teens. It’s not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens, particularly in these challenging times. 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. Friday, October 13, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvcuCurzMoG9N5GsxL4bInNnCFlLaxSBWO 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 science backed strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how helping their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication, can build and maintain resilience. Thursday, October 19, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpce2rqz4pGNF5WympacEh7Qs9mcEJP3sP FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Home Canning / Food Preservation Workshops Saturday, October 14, 2023 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, Suite 100 , Riverhead, New York 11901-3071 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County is offering a workshops series on home canning for beginners. This workshop series will be focused on water bath canning, freezing and drying following safe procedures. Workshops Menu JULY 29 - Mixed Berries Preserves / JamAUG 19 - Cucumber Relish / Blueberries - DriedSEP 9 - Corn Relish - Peach JamOCT 14 - Bruschetta in a Jar / Raspberry PreservesNOV 4 - Apple Sauce / Mom's Apple Pie in a JarWorkshop recipes subject to change due to seasonal availability. Instructor: Maryann Birmingham, Master Food Preserver Register by email: Juana Huertas at jh2245@cornell.edu. MUST PRE-REGISTER TO ATTEND!  •  Minimum number of participants is required. $35 cash or check. Materials included. Juana Huertas, jh2245@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 341 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, October 16, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered the following Mondays in October (2,16,23,30) and November (6) from 12:00-1:00pm. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, October 16, 2023 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Charlas para padres: Bayshore Wednesday, October 18, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Service League, 1444 Fifth Avenue , Bayshore, NY 11706 Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. Cuidado de niños disponible ¡Disfruta de un desayuno ligero con nosotros! ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 20 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 27 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 4 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 11 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 18 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 25 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 1 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 8 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IMf3iS7FpdfLzo ========================================= Living Landscapes Conference Wednesday, October 18, 2023 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, 1395 Planting Fields Road , Oyster Bay, New York 11771 Understanding the Ecological Benefits of Ornamental Horticulture This full-day, in-person workshop explores the beauty of designed landscapes while emphasizing their ecological role. Agenda: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM: Sign-in and light breakfast provided 8:15–8:30 AM: Welcome and Announcements Mina Vescera, CCE Suffolk, and Vinnie Simeone, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park 8:30 – 9:30 AM Plants that We Love to Hate…and Their Desirable Alter Ego:s Vinnie Simeone, Horticulture Director, Planting Fields Arboretum This presentation will provide an in-depth look at some of the trees, shrubs, vines, and groundcovers that have wreaked havoc or caused unavoidable stress to our cultivated landscapes andwill provide kinder and gentler alternatives to each. Special emphasis will be given to native and non-invasive exotics plants that provide exceptional ornamental value, superior landscape function, adaptability, deer resistance, and benefits to wildlife. 9:30 – 10:30 AM: How to Know High Quality Compost Jayne Merner, Owner/Manager, Earth Care Farm, Rhode Island Not all compost is created equally. Yes, there is compost that can make gardens sing with fertility! There is also compost that can leave gardens withering for years to come. Let’s dive into what differentiates compost qualities, what to ask your composter, and what to look for in compost. 10:30 – 11:00 AM: Stretch Break 11:00 – 12:00 PM: Living Mulch: Incorporating Native Ground Covers into the Landscape Missy Fabel , Ecological Landscape Designer, Westchester County Are you tired of buying and spreading traditional mulch in your garden beds? Learn how to break out of this endless cycle using native ground covers. Missy will discuss why green mulch is a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option than traditional mulch and how it increases biodiversity for birds, pollinators and other fauna. 12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch included with registration Lunch will be catered by The Sexy Salad. 1:00 – 1:30 PM: Appreciating Planting Fields Arboretum Celebrate fall in the Arboretum by exploring the many collections. 1:30 – 2:30 PM: Baby, Light My Fire—But Not My Backyard Joyann Cirigliano, Senior Coordinator, Audubon Bird Friendly Communities Are you informed of the disruptive effects poorly designed and excessively bright night lighting has on plants and wildlife? In this presentation, landscape professionals will learn how excessive night lighting disrupts habitat rhythms and changes plant biology. 2:30 – 2:45 PM: Stretch Break 2:45 – 3:45 PM: Best Design Strategies to Reduce Light PollutionBetsy Bibla, founder of EF Bibla Landscape Architect, PLLC and the Outdoor Lighting Company in Huntington, NY This presentation will review aspects of exterior site lighting design including ‘Dark Sky’ lighting- what is it and how do we design for it; dark sky initiatives and regulations; and dark sky lighting equipment 3:45 – 4:00 PM: Closing Comments & Distribution of CEUs $85 per person. $100 per person after October 11th. No Walk-ins. Courtney Fenyo, cf389@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/LivingLandscapes2023 ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 3 Wednesday, October 18, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 20: Living with ToddlersSeptember 27: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 4: Positive DisciplineOctober 11: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 18: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)October 25: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 1: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 8: Breastfeeding Q&As Part 2 Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpf-yrrDovH9MHa_8Y_0dIPDPqxKR5RJOP ========================================= FRUIT & VEGGIE PRESCRIPTION (FVRx) Thursday, October 19, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Join us for a nutrition education class, food tasting and voucher for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood.  You will receive $15 for each of the workshops you participate in.  Workshops will be available in English, and Spanish.  Pre and Post Surveys requested. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: Sept. 7 - Engage in hands-on program that offers tips and tricks to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. Workshop 2: Portion Control with My Plate: Sept. 14 - Learn easy portion control tips and recommended serving sizes when preparing balanced meals Workshop 3: Make Half Your Grains Whole: Sept. 21 - Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains. Workshop 4: Rethink Your Drink: Sept. 28 - Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Oct. 5 - Importance of Exercise will be discussed along with participation in physical activity for all activity levels Workshop 6: Limit fat and Sodium in Your Meals: Oct. 12 - Learn about the physical effects of excess fat and sodium. Identify and reduce the main sources and how to properly read a food label. Workshop 7: Eating Better on a Budget: Oct. 19 - Plan, Shop and Save Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget Workshop 8 : Vary your proteins: Oct. 26 - Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals. Workshop 9: Food Safety: Nov. 2 - Keep food safe from bacteria and other pathogens. Simple food safety principles to reduce food borne illnesses. FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Supporting Youth Mental Health Fall Series Thursday, October 19, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Join us for FREE educational programs to help you learn valuable information on supporting youth mental health! Teens and Screens Teens today are undoubtedly growing up in a digital age. The ever-increasing presence of technology presents new opportunities for young people, 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. Friday, September 22, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpd--tqD4vGt3Vmg7GPO-WtUApIi_YSf3D Helping Kids Through Trauma Childhood exposure to stress and trauma can have lasting effects on the body and brain. Research suggests that these may only be risk factors and the negative effects of these adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) may be buffered by positive and protective experiences. This workshop explores how we have come to understand this phenomenon. Participants will learn about how our stress response system works when we experience traumatic events and ways to build resilience in our youth. Thursday, September 28, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsf-2pqzIqGdzA5-pw6_PKreqULTyvQP3n Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth Parents and caregivers often face many questions in creating a safe and supportive environment for a child identifying as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or other (LGBTQ+) community. LGBTQ+ youth often face greater bullying, discrimination and mental health challenges. Learn strategies to create a supportive family, community and school environment, which can make the biggest positive difference on the lives of LGBTQ youth. Thursday, October 5, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kduGsqjooEt2C1Yx4eu4QEglpYrqp_G5w Recognizing and Managing Anxiety With anxiety on the rise over the past decade and the continued effects of COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen even more levels of stress in children and teens. It’s not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens, particularly in these challenging times. 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. Friday, October 13, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvcuCurzMoG9N5GsxL4bInNnCFlLaxSBWO 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 science backed strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how helping their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication, can build and maintain resilience. Thursday, October 19, 2023, 12-1pm Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpce2rqz4pGNF5WympacEh7Qs9mcEJP3sP FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, October 19, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= Fall is for Planting Bulbs Friday, October 20, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Road , Brightwaters, New York 11718 Bring spring color to your garden when you plant bulbs, tubers, rhizomes and corms in the fall. Learn how to extend blooms from early spring to early summer with snowdrops, daffodils, crocus, tulips, allium and iris. Discover proper planting techniques for an array of flowers from March to June next season. ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, October 21, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats. Goat yoga is a fun twist to the more traditional flow. End your day in downward dog while having some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga, but best for ages 8 and up. Taught by certified instructors. Please bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyogascf ========================================= Dog Days at the Farm Sunday, October 22, 2023 10:00 am - 2:00 pm One of the best days of the year! DOG DAY at the Farm! Meet dog rescues, try out a variety of dog sports (agility, rally, scentwork, etc), learn about therapy dogs, canine good citizen, trick and farm dog certifications, play games, pick a pumpkin, costume contest, take a wagon ride and do barks and crafts. Fun for all!Dogs must be up to date on their rabies vaccination (proof required at entrance), leashed (no retractable leashes) and under control at all times. Risk waivers must be signed upon entering. Disruptive (aggressive and barking) dogs will be asked to leave.We will provide a quiet area for you and your dog. Feel free to bring a crate and spend the day. Please be respectful of personal space for all of our canine friends.Our snack bar will be open for lunch.Admission $15 per person - Free bandana for every dog!Bring a donation of dog food or toys for local animal shelters.Call 631-852-4600 for more information  $15 per person ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, October 23, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered the following Mondays in October (2,16,23,30) and November (6) from 12:00-1:00pm. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, October 23, 2023 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Fall is for Planting Bulbs Monday, October 23, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Bring spring color to your garden when you plant bulbs, tubers, rhizomes and corms in the fall. Learn how to extend blooms from early spring to early summer with snowdrops, daffodils, crocus, tulips, allium and iris. Discover proper planting techniques for an array of flowers from March to June next season. ========================================= Charlas para padres: Bayshore Wednesday, October 25, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Service League, 1444 Fifth Avenue , Bayshore, NY 11706 Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. Cuidado de niños disponible ¡Disfruta de un desayuno ligero con nosotros! ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 20 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 27 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 4 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 11 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 18 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 25 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 1 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 8 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IMf3iS7FpdfLzo ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 3 Wednesday, October 25, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 20: Living with ToddlersSeptember 27: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 4: Positive DisciplineOctober 11: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 18: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)October 25: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 1: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 8: Breastfeeding Q&As Part 2 Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpf-yrrDovH9MHa_8Y_0dIPDPqxKR5RJOP ========================================= FRUIT & VEGGIE PRESCRIPTION (FVRx) Thursday, October 26, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Join us for a nutrition education class, food tasting and voucher for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood.  You will receive $15 for each of the workshops you participate in.  Workshops will be available in English, and Spanish.  Pre and Post Surveys requested. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: Sept. 7 - Engage in hands-on program that offers tips and tricks to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. Workshop 2: Portion Control with My Plate: Sept. 14 - Learn easy portion control tips and recommended serving sizes when preparing balanced meals Workshop 3: Make Half Your Grains Whole: Sept. 21 - Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains. Workshop 4: Rethink Your Drink: Sept. 28 - Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Oct. 5 - Importance of Exercise will be discussed along with participation in physical activity for all activity levels Workshop 6: Limit fat and Sodium in Your Meals: Oct. 12 - Learn about the physical effects of excess fat and sodium. Identify and reduce the main sources and how to properly read a food label. Workshop 7: Eating Better on a Budget: Oct. 19 - Plan, Shop and Save Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget Workshop 8 : Vary your proteins: Oct. 26 - Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals. Workshop 9: Food Safety: Nov. 2 - Keep food safe from bacteria and other pathogens. Simple food safety principles to reduce food borne illnesses. FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, October 26, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, October 26, 2023 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, October 26, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= Truck Or Treat Saturday, October 28, 2023 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Join us at the Suffolk County Farm for our Truck or Treat/Farm Halloween Event! Gates close at 4pm (No admittance after) Kids 1-17 years old are encouraged to wear costumes Adults 18+ are encouraged to wear costumes too! Admission includes: Truck or treating Trick or treating around the farm Farm animal visits Kids crafts Unlimited wagon rides Corn maze Family games and activities Food Trucks: Eat me Drink me Food Truck, Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks, Rolling Smoke BBQ, Vincent’s NYWF Pizza, The Big Black Food Truck, Elegant Eats, NOFODOCO Donut Collective Coffee truck, Roasted Corn, Roxy's Ice Cream, Tommy's Pickles and more to come! *Adult Drinks available for purchase from the Bubbly Bar and Ubergeek Brewing & more to come. Under 1 are not charged. Everyone must have a ticket. Valid ID must be presented upon entry if you wish to drink. Disorderly conduct will result in your removal from the event. This includes trespassing into restricted areas, the feeding of animals and dumping of liquids in non-designated areas. The Suffolk County Farm and Education Center is a smoke free environment. All smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping devices, is prohibited. No refunds. Not for Resale. Rain or Shine Kids 1-17 years old- $15 per ticket; Adults 18+- $5 per ticket Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/truckortreat ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, October 30, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered the following Mondays in October (2,16,23,30) and November (6) from 12:00-1:00pm. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, October 30, 2023 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Charlas para padres: Bayshore Wednesday, November 1, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Service League, 1444 Fifth Avenue , Bayshore, NY 11706 Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. Cuidado de niños disponible ¡Disfruta de un desayuno ligero con nosotros! ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 20 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 27 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 4 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 11 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 18 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 25 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 1 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 8 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IMf3iS7FpdfLzo ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 3 Wednesday, November 1, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 20: Living with ToddlersSeptember 27: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 4: Positive DisciplineOctober 11: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 18: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)October 25: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 1: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 8: Breastfeeding Q&As Part 2 Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpf-yrrDovH9MHa_8Y_0dIPDPqxKR5RJOP ========================================= FRUIT & VEGGIE PRESCRIPTION (FVRx) Thursday, November 2, 2023 9:45 am - 10:45 am Thera Farm Market, 1705 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Join us for a nutrition education class, food tasting and voucher for free locally grown vegetables and fruits at Thera Farms 1705 Brentwood Road, Brentwood.  You will receive $15 for each of the workshops you participate in.  Workshops will be available in English, and Spanish.  Pre and Post Surveys requested. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: Sept. 7 - Engage in hands-on program that offers tips and tricks to add more fruits and vegetables to their daily meals. Workshop 2: Portion Control with My Plate: Sept. 14 - Learn easy portion control tips and recommended serving sizes when preparing balanced meals Workshop 3: Make Half Your Grains Whole: Sept. 21 - Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains. Workshop 4: Rethink Your Drink: Sept. 28 - Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Oct. 5 - Importance of Exercise will be discussed along with participation in physical activity for all activity levels Workshop 6: Limit fat and Sodium in Your Meals: Oct. 12 - Learn about the physical effects of excess fat and sodium. Identify and reduce the main sources and how to properly read a food label. Workshop 7: Eating Better on a Budget: Oct. 19 - Plan, Shop and Save Gain skills for healthy eating on a budget Workshop 8 : Vary your proteins: Oct. 26 - Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals. Workshop 9: Food Safety: Nov. 2 - Keep food safe from bacteria and other pathogens. Simple food safety principles to reduce food borne illnesses. FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, November 2, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Happy House Plants Thursday, November 2, 2023 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Online Event Learn how to keep your houseplants looking their best year-round. Pick up tips for optimal care and maintenance, including possible pests. Discover handsome houseplants to enjoy even if you don’t have a green thumb. ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, November 2, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= FISHERIES EVENTS Friday, November 3, 2023 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Come on out and meet our FISHERIES team!COOKING DEMOS || TASTINGS || TALKS September 1Cooking demo & Tasting at Three Village Farmers Market September 9 Town of Islip SeaFest September 11Monkfish Cooking Demo and Talk at the American Culinary FederationSeptember 21 Monkfish Talk at Kidd Squid Brewery, Sag   Harbor 5:30 -7pmSeptember 23 Monkfish Tastings Newport Food and Wine Festival, Newport, RIOctober 2Cook a FISH, Give a FISH Learn to cook with local Black Sea Bass at Crave Fish Bar, NYCOctober 6 Local seafood cooking demo and tasting Three Village Farmers MarketNovember 3  Monkfish Workshop at UMass SMAST, MA Kristin Gerbino, kk334@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 319 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, November 3, 2023 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Home Canning / Food Preservation Workshops Saturday, November 4, 2023 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, Suite 100 , Riverhead, New York 11901-3071 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County is offering a workshops series on home canning for beginners. This workshop series will be focused on water bath canning, freezing and drying following safe procedures. Workshops Menu JULY 29 - Mixed Berries Preserves / JamAUG 19 - Cucumber Relish / Blueberries - DriedSEP 9 - Corn Relish - Peach JamOCT 14 - Bruschetta in a Jar / Raspberry PreservesNOV 4 - Apple Sauce / Mom's Apple Pie in a JarWorkshop recipes subject to change due to seasonal availability. Instructor: Maryann Birmingham, Master Food Preserver Register by email: Juana Huertas at jh2245@cornell.edu. MUST PRE-REGISTER TO ATTEND!  •  Minimum number of participants is required. $35 cash or check. Materials included. Juana Huertas, jh2245@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 341 ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, November 4, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats. Goat yoga is a fun twist to the more traditional flow. End your day in downward dog while having some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga, but best for ages 8 and up. Taught by certified instructors. Please bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyogascf ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, November 4, 2023 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, November 5, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, November 6, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 The Community Education Program is proud to offer Play Time, Learn Time at the Farm’s Nature Explore Classroom, located at 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, New York. Bring your little ones (ages 1-5, siblings welcome) to discover this outdoor space which allows for plenty of messy play, building and interactive art exploration as well as a music and movement area. While your little ones play nearby, our Parent Educators will be available to answer your parenting questions. Play Time, Learn Time is free and is being offered the following Mondays in October (2,16,23,30) and November (6) from 12:00-1:00pm. You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. We will follow the CDC recommendations for mask wearing. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, November 6, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Tuesday, November 7, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Charlas para padres: Bayshore Wednesday, November 8, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Family Service League, 1444 Fifth Avenue , Bayshore, NY 11706 Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. Cuidado de niños disponible ¡Disfruta de un desayuno ligero con nosotros! ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 20 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 27 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 4 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 11 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 18 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 25 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 1 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 8 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IMf3iS7FpdfLzo ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes 3 Wednesday, November 8, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Free Classes! Different topic each week Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Prizes for each class attended! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 20: Living with ToddlersSeptember 27: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 4: Positive DisciplineOctober 11: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 18: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)October 25: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 1: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 8: Breastfeeding Q&As Part 2 Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpf-yrrDovH9MHa_8Y_0dIPDPqxKR5RJOP ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, November 9, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Charlas para padres: Virtual Thursday, November 9, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Los primeros cinco años: Cuidándose y alimentándose a sí mismo y a su hijo Juntarse con: Educadores de padres Educadores de Nutrición Consultoras de Lactancia ¡Clases Gratis! Tema diferente cada semana. ¡Premios en cada clase! Fechas y títulos del programa 21 de septiembre: Viviendo con niños pequeños 28 de septiembre: Lidiando con el aprendizaje del baño 5 de octubre: Disciplina positiva 12 de octubre: Lidiando con berrinches 19 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño de 2 a 3 años 26 de octubre: Nutrición para tu niño preescolar 2 de noviembre: Alimentar a las familias con un presupuesto ajustado 9 de noviembre: Preguntas y respuestas sobre nutrición y lactancia Financiamiento proporcionado por la Fundación de Salud Madre Cabrini Gratis Dinah Torres-Castro, dc258@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 338 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkduCqrDgtE93FNhSYFTi7UsO1jtNcmc-Z ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, November 10, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, November 11, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, November 12, 2023 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this Fall 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.September 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. October Experience: Have the farm all to yourself for this awesome fall experience. The October experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, corn maze, pumpkin picking (one pumpkin per paying participant). animal visit, and campfire! FEE: $400 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $200 with a maximum of 40 people total.   Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sunsetwagonrides ========================================= Parent Cafe - Connetquot Public Library Monday, November 13, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Avenue , Bohemia, NY 11716 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Sessions presented by Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles Nov 13:  Living with Toddlers Nov 20:  Coping with Toilet Learning Nov 27:  Positive Discipline Strategies Dec 4:  Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afyZ9RwFS3YoZjo ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, November 14, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event If you or your loved one have been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes, join us for a FREE virtual Diabetes support group! All are welcome. Diabetes support groups have been shown to improve health outcomes and can be a safe space to share your stories and learn from others with the condition. There is no need to register.Zoom Information:Meeting ID: 918 0748 4123Passcode: DiabetesLink: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlj... FREE Cristina Toscano, cft36@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 15, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Below are the Topics and Locations of the scheduled BOD meetings:September 27, 2023 - Long Island Horticultural Research and Extension Center - 3059 Sound Ave, Riverhead November 15, 2023 - Riverhead Cider House, 2711 Sound Ave, Calverton, NY 11933 Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Parent Cafe - Riverhead Thursday, November 16, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, First Floor Meeting Rm. , Riverhead, NY 11901 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation ConsultantsThis series will be presented in English only. Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh RedaSeptember 28: Living with ToddlersOctober 5: Coping with Toilet LearningOctober 12: Positive DisciplineOctober 19: Coping with Temper TantrumsNutrition education classes with Melek BabaOctober 26: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)November 2: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)November 9: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetNovember 16: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFMu9ABer7JvO3c ========================================= Parent Cafe - Connetquot Public Library Monday, November 20, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Avenue , Bohemia, NY 11716 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Sessions presented by Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles Nov 13:  Living with Toddlers Nov 20:  Coping with Toilet Learning Nov 27:  Positive Discipline Strategies Dec 4:  Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afyZ9RwFS3YoZjo ========================================= Parent Cafe - Connetquot Public Library Monday, November 27, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Avenue , Bohemia, NY 11716 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Sessions presented by Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles Nov 13:  Living with Toddlers Nov 20:  Coping with Toilet Learning Nov 27:  Positive Discipline Strategies Dec 4:  Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afyZ9RwFS3YoZjo ========================================= Parent Cafe - Connetquot Public Library Monday, December 4, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Avenue , Bohemia, NY 11716 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Sessions presented by Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Certificates of completion will be given to those who attend all programs Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles Nov 13:  Living with Toddlers Nov 20:  Coping with Toilet Learning Nov 27:  Positive Discipline Strategies Dec 4:  Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afyZ9RwFS3YoZjo ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, December 12, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event If you or your loved one have been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes, join us for a FREE virtual Diabetes support group! All are welcome. Diabetes support groups have been shown to improve health outcomes and can be a safe space to share your stories and learn from others with the condition. There is no need to register.Zoom Information:Meeting ID: 918 0748 4123Passcode: DiabetesLink: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123?pwd=eXBEYlj... FREE Cristina Toscano, cft36@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, January 9, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, January 16, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, January 23, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, January 30, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, February 6, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, February 13, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, February 20, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA ========================================= Parent Cafe - Half Hollow Hills Library Tuesday, February 27, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway , Dix Hills, NY 11746 The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Classes: Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles: Nutrition education classes with Melek Baba Jan 9, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Jan 16, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Jan 23, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Jan 30, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A (this will be virtual) Parent education classes with Kerri Kreh Reda Feb 6, 2024: Living with Toddlers Feb 13, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Feb 20, 2024: Positive Discipline Feb 27, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a63ECI16mQ8mtNA =========================================