Ask the Dietitian! Friday, April 19, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Kids and Cash Friday, April 19, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Consumer driven children can drain your wallet fast! This workshop explores the priorities and values of a family economy which establishes the relationship children have with their financial resources, now and as adults. We’ll cover the traditional topics of allowance and savings, as well as the money savvy techniques of recreational spending, goal spending, and saving.For parents of children 5-12years of age. FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYtd-uhrTIvG9F44WMdCHUqBjpmHwQQGOc8 ========================================= Diabetes 101: Diagnosed with Diabetes, Now What? Friday, April 19, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court Street , Riverhead, New York 11901 This class covers the basics that you need to know if you or a loved one were diagnosed with Diabetes. Participants will learn about diabetes as well as self-management skills including meal planning, self-testing blood glucose levels, working with providers, and stress management.To register: Visit the reference desk at the Riverhead Free Library or call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301 Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, April 19, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, April 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, April 21, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, April 22, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Sea Explorers Spring Beach Walks - Babylon ages 6-12 Tuesday, April 23, 2024 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Spring Beach Walks $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= Container Gardening: Thrill, Fill and Spill Tuesday, April 23, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Middle Country Public Library (Centereach), 101 Eastwood Blvd , Centereach, NY 11720 Fill, thrill & spill guide planting in containers. Discover the keys to attractive combinations, including the importance of dynamic and colorful foliage. ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Tuesday, April 23, 2024 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm Sun River Health Center, 1869 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $280 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in. In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: January 23Let’s eat the rainbow! Join us as we discuss the importance of including fruit and veggies in our daily lives.Workshop 2: Healthy Foods that Taste Great: January 30Benefits of lower sodium foods and how to enhance taste with low sodium recipes.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget: February 6Cost Saving strategies to save money while eating with your health in mind.Workshop 4: Rethink your Drink: February 13Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Feb 27Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 6: Carb Counting Made Easy: March 5Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 7: Portion Control: March 12Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 8: Supermarket Tour: March 19Meet at Gala Food Market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping.Workshop 9: Navigating Holidays (Passover, Easter) March 26Workshop 10: Vary Your Protein: April 2Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 11: Whole Grains: April 9Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 12: Food Safety: April 16How, where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 13: Dining with Diabetes: April 23Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 14: Graduation/Certificates: April 30 All workshops will take place on Tuesdays, January 23-April 30 – 6:15-7:30pm in conference room at the Sun River Health Center, 1869 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu****You must qualify and agree to the program’s terms**** FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3mCYUy6iuz59dEW?Q_CHL=qr ========================================= Deep Sea at The Suffolk County Farm & Education Center (Yaphank) Thursday, April 25, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Dive into the mysterious environment of the deep sea as you learn about bio-luminescent animals through slides and pictures, glowing models, and demonstrations at the Suffolk County Farm. Explore these unique deep-sea habitats and zones as you plunge deeper into the abyss exploring some of the deep's near shore live animal, relatives for comparison to see how creatures survive the extreme conditions.  Take home a Super Glowing Creatures of the deep coloring book. $15 - Note: this is a drop off program. Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sea ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Wyandanch Thursday, April 25, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Riverhead Health Center, 300 Center Drive South , Riverhead, NY 11901 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Diabetes Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in.  In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Physical activity; your key to living wellGain an overview of the 5 food groups as recognized in the USDA Diabetes MyPlate. The importance of exercise will be discussed along with participation in a short physical activity suitable for all activity levels.Workshop 2: Fantastic fruits and vegetables- Let’s eat the rainbow!Hands-on program that offers tips and tricks as to how to add more fruit and vegetables to their daily meals to meet the USDA’s dietary guideline recommendations.Workshop 3: Eat healthy on a budgetGain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Lower fat and sodiumLearn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets. They will learn to identify and reduce the main sources of fat and sodium as well as how to properly read a food label.Workshop 5: Make half your grains wholeParticipants will learn how much animal and plant protein they actually need in their diets. Proper portion size will be discussed along with many ways to incorporate high quality, lean protein into our diets.Workshop 6: Rethink your drinkLearn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants aware of what is in their drinks. All workshops will take place on Thursdays; April 25 - May 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at the Parish Hall, 1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu • 631-759-4985 FREE ========================================= Parent Cafe: Virtual Classes Thursday, April 25, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for and feeding yourself and your child Meet with: Parent Educators Nutrition Educators Lactation Consultants Free Virtual 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: Mar 7, 2024: Living with Toddlers Mar 14, 2024: Coping with Toilet Learning Mar 21, 2024: Positive Discipline Strategies Mar 28, 2024: Coping with Temper Tantrums Apr 4, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) Apr 11, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) Apr 18, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight Budget Apr 25, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&A 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/tJIkduuhqzIsGdF-A2VGLVL5ZRJYOJRDKxwd ========================================= Sea Explorers Spring Beach Walks - Babylon ages 6-12 Thursday, April 25, 2024 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Spring Beach Walks $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= The New Perennial Garden Thursday, April 25, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Event Want a handsome, mostly native, four season perennial garden that adds beauty to your landscape?Discover the key features of this alternate gardening approach as seen in Piet Oudolf's design for the High Line. ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Virtual Thursday, April 25, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $280 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the 14 workshops you participate in. Workshops will be available in English and Spanish.All virtual workshops will take place Thursdays at 6:30 pm via Zoom. Use link below above to register. You must have an email address. Workshop 1: Intro/Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: January 25Let’s eat the rainbow! Join us as we discuss the importance of including fruit and veggies in our daily lives.Workshop 2: Healthy Foods that Taste Great: February 1Benefits of lower sodium foods and how to enhance taste with low sodium recipes.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget: February 8Cost Saving strategies to save money while eating with your health in mind.Workshop 4: Rethink your Drink: February 15Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 5: Physical Activity: February 22Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 6: Carb Counting Made Easy: February 29Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 7: Portion Control: March 7Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 8: Supermarket Tour: March 14Meet at Gala Food Market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping.Workshop 9: Navigating Holidays (Passover, Easter) March 21Workshop 10: Vary Your Protein: March 28Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 11: Make Half Your Grains Whole: April 4Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 12: Food Safety: April 11How, where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 13: Dining with Diabetes: April 18Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 14: Graduation: April 25 FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3mCYUy6iuz59dEW?Q_CHL=qr ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, April 25, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Sea Explorers Spring Beach Walks - Babylon ages 6-12 Friday, April 26, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Spring Beach Walks $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, April 26, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Pressure Canning Workshops (this class not recommended for beginners) Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center, 423 Griffing Avenue, Suite 100 , Riverhead, New York 11901-3071 These are great classes for foodies who want to expand their canning/preservation expertise. Everyone will leave with a jar of something delicious. Please, wear a closed-toe shoe/sneaker (no sandals or high heels), bring an apron and a hair tie-back. I look forward to kicking off the Canning/Food Preservation Season with you! Class size is limited, be sure to register and pay early.Make check out to: CCE of Suffolk County, and send to:Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk Countyattn: Maryann Birmingham, Master Food Preserver423 Griffing AvenueRiverhead NY 11901 BEGINNER CLASSES TO COME! Cost: $40.00 per workshop - preregistration and payment required Maryann Birmingham, mab422@cornell.edu ========================================= Master Gardener Plant Sale Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Find an array of flowering plants, annuals, herbs and vegetables.This year we are featuring more native plants. Doors open at 8am. Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, April 27, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, April 28, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, April 29, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 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 from 11:30am-12:30pm: April 8, 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20.You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, April 29, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Brentwood Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm Sun River Health Center, 1869 Brentwood Road , Brentwood, NY 11717 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $280 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in. In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Fantastic Fruits & Vegetables: January 23Let’s eat the rainbow! Join us as we discuss the importance of including fruit and veggies in our daily lives.Workshop 2: Healthy Foods that Taste Great: January 30Benefits of lower sodium foods and how to enhance taste with low sodium recipes.Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget: February 6Cost Saving strategies to save money while eating with your health in mind.Workshop 4: Rethink your Drink: February 13Learn skills to measure the amount of sugar in popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar.Workshop 5: Physical Activity: Feb 27Learn practical ways to incorporate physical activity into your day.Workshop 6: Carb Counting Made Easy: March 5Label reading and carb counting to help blood sugar levels.Workshop 7: Portion Control: March 12Tips to recognize how much to eat so you can control your portion size and still be satisfied.Workshop 8: Supermarket Tour: March 19Meet at Gala Food Market and learn best strategies for healthy shopping.Workshop 9: Navigating Holidays (Passover, Easter) March 26Workshop 10: Vary Your Protein: April 2Learn health benefits of incorporating the right type of protein in their diets. Learn how to add plant protein in daily meals.Workshop 11: Whole Grains: April 9Gain knowledge of how to properly identify a whole grain food and the benefits of consuming more whole grains.Workshop 12: Food Safety: April 16How, where foods should be prepared and stored.Workshop 13: Dining with Diabetes: April 23Each meal plays into your blood sugar and how to make healthier choices.Workshop 14: Graduation/Certificates: April 30 All workshops will take place on Tuesdays, January 23-April 30 – 6:15-7:30pm in conference room at the Sun River Health Center, 1869 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, NY.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu****You must qualify and agree to the program’s terms**** FREE Christina Nadolne, cmn89@cornell.edu Registration: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3mCYUy6iuz59dEW?Q_CHL=qr ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Parent Support Programs Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. This workshop helps parents explore how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Thursday, April 11, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodOmsq... Tuesday, May 7, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Cultivating Resilient Teens In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help support their teens among the many stressors they face today. Thursday, April 18, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Tuesday, May 14, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd--ur... Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, as well as potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens and parenting strategies around how to best in this technology-infused world. Wednesday, May 1, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf--sq... Thursday, May 23, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlf-Gqr... Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows parents to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing them to better care for their children and protect their mental health. Wednesday, Apr 10 12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqceCgq... Friday, May 24, 2024 ,12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAocOmtq... Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. April 10 • 5-6pm April 15 • 3:30-4:30pm April 17 • 5-6pm Special Workshop: School Avoidance • April 8, 4-5pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRB... Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1n... EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: abril 16 abril 30 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Hummingbird Gardens Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event If you create the right garden for hummingbirds, they will come to your garden! Learn what attracts these magical creatures, including nectar sources from choice flowers and feeders. Discover amazing details about hummingbirds while viewing photographs of them in action in the home landscape. ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Wyandanch Thursday, May 2, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Riverhead Health Center, 300 Center Drive South , Riverhead, NY 11901 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Diabetes Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in.  In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Physical activity; your key to living wellGain an overview of the 5 food groups as recognized in the USDA Diabetes MyPlate. The importance of exercise will be discussed along with participation in a short physical activity suitable for all activity levels.Workshop 2: Fantastic fruits and vegetables- Let’s eat the rainbow!Hands-on program that offers tips and tricks as to how to add more fruit and vegetables to their daily meals to meet the USDA’s dietary guideline recommendations.Workshop 3: Eat healthy on a budgetGain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Lower fat and sodiumLearn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets. They will learn to identify and reduce the main sources of fat and sodium as well as how to properly read a food label.Workshop 5: Make half your grains wholeParticipants will learn how much animal and plant protein they actually need in their diets. Proper portion size will be discussed along with many ways to incorporate high quality, lean protein into our diets.Workshop 6: Rethink your drinkLearn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants aware of what is in their drinks. All workshops will take place on Thursdays; April 25 - May 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at the Parish Hall, 1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu • 631-759-4985 FREE ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, May 2, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, May 2, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, May 4, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, May 6, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 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 from 11:30am-12:30pm: April 8, 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20.You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Parent Support Programs Tuesday, May 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. This workshop helps parents explore how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Thursday, April 11, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodOmsq... Tuesday, May 7, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Cultivating Resilient Teens In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help support their teens among the many stressors they face today. Thursday, April 18, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Tuesday, May 14, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd--ur... Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, as well as potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens and parenting strategies around how to best in this technology-infused world. Wednesday, May 1, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf--sq... Thursday, May 23, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlf-Gqr... Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows parents to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing them to better care for their children and protect their mental health. Wednesday, Apr 10 12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqceCgq... Friday, May 24, 2024 ,12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAocOmtq... Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. April 10 • 5-6pm April 15 • 3:30-4:30pm April 17 • 5-6pm Special Workshop: School Avoidance • April 8, 4-5pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRB... Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1n... EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: abril 16 abril 30 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, May 8, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Parent Cafe: Port Jefferson Station Wednesday, May 8, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm St Gerard Majella RC Church, 300 Terryville Road , Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy snacks with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles - Nutrition Education Class ONLY Sessions presented by Nutrition Educator May 8 - Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) May 15 - Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) May 22 - Feeding Families on a Tight Budget/Breastfeeding Q&As This series will be presented in English only Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Melek Baba, mb2562@cornell.edu, 631-852-4958 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafe_PJS ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Wyandanch Thursday, May 9, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Riverhead Health Center, 300 Center Drive South , Riverhead, NY 11901 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Diabetes Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in.  In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Physical activity; your key to living wellGain an overview of the 5 food groups as recognized in the USDA Diabetes MyPlate. The importance of exercise will be discussed along with participation in a short physical activity suitable for all activity levels.Workshop 2: Fantastic fruits and vegetables- Let’s eat the rainbow!Hands-on program that offers tips and tricks as to how to add more fruit and vegetables to their daily meals to meet the USDA’s dietary guideline recommendations.Workshop 3: Eat healthy on a budgetGain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Lower fat and sodiumLearn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets. They will learn to identify and reduce the main sources of fat and sodium as well as how to properly read a food label.Workshop 5: Make half your grains wholeParticipants will learn how much animal and plant protein they actually need in their diets. Proper portion size will be discussed along with many ways to incorporate high quality, lean protein into our diets.Workshop 6: Rethink your drinkLearn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants aware of what is in their drinks. All workshops will take place on Thursdays; April 25 - May 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at the Parish Hall, 1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu • 631-759-4985 FREE ========================================= Baby Animal Day Saturday, May 11, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day on the farm with baby animals, wagon rides, food trucks, games, and more!$15 per person ages 3+ (if you don't buy tickets in advance, $20 per person at the gate)We are thrilled to hold one of our favorite events once again! Please make note of the following event details:All guests ages 3+ are required to have a ticket. Everyone under the age of 3 do NOT require a ticket to attend.No dogs are allowed.The event will be held on Saturday May 11, 2024 from 9:00AM to 4:00PM * Last entry 3:00PMParking is FREEOPEN TOED SHOES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED IN ANIMAL AREAS SO PLEASE DRESS ACCORDINGLY.Tickets include: Admission to the farm eventUNLIMITED wagon rides Hands-on interactions with some farm animals Baby Animal visits * TWO nursery visiting areas!* Touch-A-Truck Long Island Flying Eagles Model Aircraft Club demonstrationsGreat food brought to you by: (*Note: food is not included in admission) Chiddy’s CheesesteaksCrossroads QueIsland EmpanadaVincents NYWF PizzaKnot of this World PretzelsKona Shaved IceThe Big Black Food TruckAnthony's Catering Food TruckMustafa's Ice Cream TruckRoasted Sweet CornTommy's PicklesAll American WontonsTashana's KitchenEat Me Drink Me Truck(*Note: food is not included in admission)Shop with local vendors and support small businessesFace Painting/glitter Tattoos and Pony Rides will also be available for an additional price. This event will run rain or shine. No refunds. Any refunds given, will be at the discretion of the Suffolk County Farm.Persons with disabilities should contact the Farm Office before the event. 631-852-4600 * Please be aware that the farm will only be open to those patrons who have tickets on this day- no free admission. $15 per person ages 3+ (if you don't buy tickets in advance, $20 per person at the gate) Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/bad24 ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, May 13, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 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 from 11:30am-12:30pm: April 8, 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20.You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Parent Support Programs Tuesday, May 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. This workshop helps parents explore how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Thursday, April 11, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodOmsq... Tuesday, May 7, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Cultivating Resilient Teens In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help support their teens among the many stressors they face today. Thursday, April 18, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Tuesday, May 14, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd--ur... Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, as well as potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens and parenting strategies around how to best in this technology-infused world. Wednesday, May 1, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf--sq... Thursday, May 23, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlf-Gqr... Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows parents to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing them to better care for their children and protect their mental health. Wednesday, Apr 10 12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqceCgq... Friday, May 24, 2024 ,12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAocOmtq... Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. April 10 • 5-6pm April 15 • 3:30-4:30pm April 17 • 5-6pm Special Workshop: School Avoidance • April 8, 4-5pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRB... Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1n... EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: abril 16 abril 30 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, May 14, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, May 15, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Parent Cafe: Port Jefferson Station Wednesday, May 15, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm St Gerard Majella RC Church, 300 Terryville Road , Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy snacks with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles - Nutrition Education Class ONLY Sessions presented by Nutrition Educator May 8 - Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) May 15 - Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) May 22 - Feeding Families on a Tight Budget/Breastfeeding Q&As This series will be presented in English only Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Melek Baba, mb2562@cornell.edu, 631-852-4958 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafe_PJS ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Wyandanch Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Riverhead Health Center, 300 Center Drive South , Riverhead, NY 11901 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Diabetes Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in.  In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Physical activity; your key to living wellGain an overview of the 5 food groups as recognized in the USDA Diabetes MyPlate. The importance of exercise will be discussed along with participation in a short physical activity suitable for all activity levels.Workshop 2: Fantastic fruits and vegetables- Let’s eat the rainbow!Hands-on program that offers tips and tricks as to how to add more fruit and vegetables to their daily meals to meet the USDA’s dietary guideline recommendations.Workshop 3: Eat healthy on a budgetGain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Lower fat and sodiumLearn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets. They will learn to identify and reduce the main sources of fat and sodium as well as how to properly read a food label.Workshop 5: Make half your grains wholeParticipants will learn how much animal and plant protein they actually need in their diets. Proper portion size will be discussed along with many ways to incorporate high quality, lean protein into our diets.Workshop 6: Rethink your drinkLearn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants aware of what is in their drinks. All workshops will take place on Thursdays; April 25 - May 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at the Parish Hall, 1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu • 631-759-4985 FREE ========================================= Pollinator Gardens Thursday, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Center Moriches Free Public Library, 235 Main Street , Center Moriches, NY 11934 Butterflies, birds and the other pollinators need host plants for nectar, food and lodging. By introducing three seasons of key pollinator plants into your garden, you can create a pollinator-friendly habitat in your front and back yard. Discover the best planting arrangements as well the many colorful and hardy plants attractive to pollinators. ========================================= Orchids 101 Friday, May 17, 2024 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave. , Bohemia, NY 11716 Orchids are one of a kind in beauty and performance. Enjoy a number of varieties, colors and shapes of these attractive tropical plants. Learn how to promote repeat blooms. ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, May 17, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Shop Smart Diabetes Friday, May 17, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court Street , Riverhead, New York 11901 Are you sometimes confused by the information you read on a food label? Do you wonder how to make the healthiest, budget conscious purchases? Could what you are drinking be negatively affecting your health goals? During this workshop you will learn how to navigate the aisles in your supermarket while developing strategies for better managing your diabetes.To register: Visit the reference desk at the Riverhead Free Library or call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= Bloom 2024 Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Don't miss Bloom 2024 at the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center!Bloom is a bilingual wellness event held with our friends at the 100 Hispanic Women Long Island Program, featuring hay rides, food trucks, farm animals, health checks, nutrition classes, goat yoga, and so much more!Music & Entertainment by:En Vivo 93.3FMLa Fiesta 98.5FMFood Trucks:Pupusas CityIsland EmpanadaFrank's SteaksRoxy's Ice CreamThose interested in tabling at/sponsoring this event can visit https://conta.cc/3xhfbhD, or contact Liz at: (631) 355-5961Info@internationalmediany.comSponsorship opportunities are also available! Donations Accepted ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, May 18, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Sea Explorers Mini-Marine Biologist Programs - Babylon ages 3-5 w/parent Sunday, May 19, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Mini-Marine Biologist Programs $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= Play Time, Learn Time Monday, May 20, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 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 from 11:30am-12:30pm: April 8, 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20.You are welcome to come to one or all of the available dates! Registration is not required. FREE Jane Juran, jsj79@cornell.edu, 631-852-4957 ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, May 22, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Parent Cafe: Port Jefferson Station Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm St Gerard Majella RC Church, 300 Terryville Road , Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776 The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Free Classes! Different topic each week Childcare available Enjoy snacks with us! Prizes at every class!Program Dates and Titles - Nutrition Education Class ONLY Sessions presented by Nutrition Educator May 8 - Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.) May 15 - Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.) May 22 - Feeding Families on a Tight Budget/Breastfeeding Q&As This series will be presented in English only Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation FREE Melek Baba, mb2562@cornell.edu, 631-852-4958 Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafe_PJS ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, May 22, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm BOD Meetings – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM unless otherwise specified. January 24 - Organizational Meeting – 423 Griffing Ave. March 20 – 423 Griffing Ave. May 22 – Suffolk County Farm July 24 – SCMELC September 25 – LIHREC November 20 – Annual Meeting Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Wyandanch Thursday, May 23, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Riverhead Health Center, 300 Center Drive South , Riverhead, NY 11901 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Diabetes Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in.  In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Physical activity; your key to living wellGain an overview of the 5 food groups as recognized in the USDA Diabetes MyPlate. The importance of exercise will be discussed along with participation in a short physical activity suitable for all activity levels.Workshop 2: Fantastic fruits and vegetables- Let’s eat the rainbow!Hands-on program that offers tips and tricks as to how to add more fruit and vegetables to their daily meals to meet the USDA’s dietary guideline recommendations.Workshop 3: Eat healthy on a budgetGain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Lower fat and sodiumLearn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets. They will learn to identify and reduce the main sources of fat and sodium as well as how to properly read a food label.Workshop 5: Make half your grains wholeParticipants will learn how much animal and plant protein they actually need in their diets. Proper portion size will be discussed along with many ways to incorporate high quality, lean protein into our diets.Workshop 6: Rethink your drinkLearn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants aware of what is in their drinks. All workshops will take place on Thursdays; April 25 - May 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at the Parish Hall, 1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu • 631-759-4985 FREE ========================================= Parent Support Programs Thursday, May 23, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. This workshop helps parents explore how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Thursday, April 11, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodOmsq... Tuesday, May 7, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Cultivating Resilient Teens In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help support their teens among the many stressors they face today. Thursday, April 18, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Tuesday, May 14, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd--ur... Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, as well as potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens and parenting strategies around how to best in this technology-infused world. Wednesday, May 1, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf--sq... Thursday, May 23, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlf-Gqr... Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows parents to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing them to better care for their children and protect their mental health. Wednesday, Apr 10 12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqceCgq... Friday, May 24, 2024 ,12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAocOmtq... Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. April 10 • 5-6pm April 15 • 3:30-4:30pm April 17 • 5-6pm Special Workshop: School Avoidance • April 8, 4-5pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRB... Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1n... EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: abril 16 abril 30 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Parent Support Programs Friday, May 24, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event Presented by the Empowering Families Collaborative.Parent Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health. Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. This workshop helps parents explore how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience. Thursday, April 11, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodOmsq... Tuesday, May 7, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Cultivating Resilient Teens In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help support their teens among the many stressors they face today. Thursday, April 18, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsdOmor... Tuesday, May 14, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd--ur... Teens and Screens The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, as well as potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens and parenting strategies around how to best in this technology-infused world. Wednesday, May 1, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf--sq... Thursday, May 23, 12-1pm https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlf-Gqr... Caring for Yourself in Stressful Times Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed, just when we need it most. Caring for oneself allows parents to be more resilient and better manage stress, allowing them to better care for their children and protect their mental health. Wednesday, Apr 10 12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqceCgq... Friday, May 24, 2024 ,12-1PM https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAocOmtq... Parent Support Groups Come together with other parents to gain support & share the challenges of raising teens. Free and no registration required. April 10 • 5-6pm April 15 • 3:30-4:30pm April 17 • 5-6pm Special Workshop: School Avoidance • April 8, 4-5pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87103077952?pwd=VzNoVlRB... Meeting ID: 871 0307 7952 Meeting Password: 822376 Grupo Para Padres de Adolescentes Topicos: Comprendiendo a los adolescentes, Adolescentes y el Uso de sustancias, Como comunicarnos claramente con nuestros adolescentes, y mas! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81499043381?pwd=Zy9jcU1n... EAC Network Meeting ID: 814 9904 3381 Passcode: 973260 Esther Gonzalez Telefono: (631) 954-1454 Se requiere registro: Martes 6:00pm-7: abril 16 abril 30 FREE Cara W. Sultan, caw10@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 339 ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, May 29, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Understanding and Improving Your Personal Wellness Wednesday, May 29, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Wellness can be defined as a dynamic process of learning new life skills and making conscious choices toward a more balanced and healthier lifestyle. During this program, we will explore 8 dimensions of wellness. You will assess your current wellness and identify strengths as well as areas that may benefit from improvement. Suggestions for each wellness domain will be offered to guide your efforts in improving your overall wellness and become the best version of you. FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwoduygrD0vG91rBORtmmph1Sox1OTrTvD3 ========================================= Fruit & Veggie Prescription (FVRx) - Wyandanch Thursday, May 30, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Riverhead Health Center, 300 Center Drive South , Riverhead, NY 11901 Eat Your Way to a Healthier You! FREE Nutrition Workshops with a CCE Suffolk Diabetes Nutrition Educator. Join us and you can receive up to a total of $200 for free vegetables and fruits. You will receive $20 for each of the workshops you participate in.  In person Workshops will be available in English and Spanish. Workshop 1: Physical activity; your key to living wellGain an overview of the 5 food groups as recognized in the USDA Diabetes MyPlate. The importance of exercise will be discussed along with participation in a short physical activity suitable for all activity levels.Workshop 2: Fantastic fruits and vegetables- Let’s eat the rainbow!Hands-on program that offers tips and tricks as to how to add more fruit and vegetables to their daily meals to meet the USDA’s dietary guideline recommendations.Workshop 3: Eat healthy on a budgetGain skills for healthy eating on a budget through proper meal planning and smart purchasing, with an emphasis on fiber rich foods.Workshop 4: Lower fat and sodiumLearn about the physical effects of too much fat and sodium in their diets. They will learn to identify and reduce the main sources of fat and sodium as well as how to properly read a food label.Workshop 5: Make half your grains wholeParticipants will learn how much animal and plant protein they actually need in their diets. Proper portion size will be discussed along with many ways to incorporate high quality, lean protein into our diets.Workshop 6: Rethink your drinkLearn skills to measure the amount of sugar in some popular drink choices and distinguish names for sugar. An overview of how to read a nutrition label will be provided to make participants aware of what is in their drinks. All workshops will take place on Thursdays; April 25 - May 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church at the Parish Hall, 1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch.Contact Christina Nadolne, Program Manager, RegistrationCCES@cornell.edu • 631-759-4985 FREE ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, June 1, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, June 1, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Sea Explorers Mini-Marine Biologist Programs - Babylon ages 3-5 w/parent Sunday, June 2, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Mini-Marine Biologist Programs $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, June 2, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Cafe: Parent Education Classes Monday, June 3, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Meet with: Sessions presented by a Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator 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:June 3, 2024: Caring for YourselfJune 10, 2024: Your Baby’s First YearJune 17, 2024: The Early Years MatterJune 24, 2024: Baby Let’s Sleep Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqc-CprTkiHNCykxIcXre_-9CY-Z8aStYg#/registration ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, June 3, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parenting Style - Your Style Makes a Difference Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Research shows that how a parent interacts with their child sets the stage for the child’s future development. The style in which a parent parents is a large part of that interaction. Research also tells us that there is one style of parenting that provides the best outcomes for children. Come to this program to learn about the different parenting styles and what style you have. FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpcu2uqzosHNI7uNX0tOpRNU3gn0Bau2bz ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, June 5, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, June 5, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, June 6, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, June 6, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, June 6, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, June 7, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, June 8, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, June 9, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Cafe: Parent Education Classes Monday, June 10, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Meet with: Sessions presented by a Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator 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:June 3, 2024: Caring for YourselfJune 10, 2024: Your Baby’s First YearJune 17, 2024: The Early Years MatterJune 24, 2024: Baby Let’s Sleep Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqc-CprTkiHNCykxIcXre_-9CY-Z8aStYg#/registration ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, June 10, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, June 11, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, June 12, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, June 13, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, June 14, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, June 15, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, June 15, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, June 16, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Cafe: Parent Education Classes Monday, June 17, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Meet with: Sessions presented by a Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator 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:June 3, 2024: Caring for YourselfJune 10, 2024: Your Baby’s First YearJune 17, 2024: The Early Years MatterJune 24, 2024: Baby Let’s Sleep Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqc-CprTkiHNCykxIcXre_-9CY-Z8aStYg#/registration ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, June 17, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, June 19, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Pollinator Garden Tour: Westhampton Area Thursday, June 20, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Quogue Library, 90 Quogue Street , Quogue, New York 11959 Join the Suffolk Alliance for Pollinators for a tour of public and private gardens. Gardeners will demonstrate how native plants have been incorporated for pollinator and rain gardens.Rain Date: June 25, 2024 at 9:00AM at Quogue Library Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 ========================================= Diabetes 101: Diagnosed with Diabetes, Now What? Thursday, June 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sayville Library, 88 Greene Avenue , Sayville, New York 11782 This class covers the basics that you need to know if you or a loved one were diagnosed with Diabetes. Participants will learn about diabetes as well as self-management skills including meal planning, self-testing blood glucose levels, working with providers, and stress management.To register: Visit the library reference desk, call 631-589-4440 or register online at sayvillelibrary.org "programs and events".Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= Keeping your Brain Healthy as you Age Thursday, June 20, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event Often when we think about health and wellness we think about physical health and focus on healthy eating and exercise. However, we need to consider our brain health or cognitive health as well, especially as we age. Our cognitive health encompasses our ability to think, remember, learn new things and reason. It can decline as we age - becoming less accurate. The good news is that there is plenty to do to keep your brain healthy. FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIvc-uqqD4vGdCVWqzwywo2MdlzsvUwc2j5 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, June 20, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, June 21, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Dining with Diabetes Friday, June 21, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court Street , Riverhead, New York 11901 Being diagnosed with Diabetes or pre diabetes does not mean that your meals must be boring. This class will dive into the basics of dining with diabetes, from nutrition education to mouth-watering meal suggestions to enjoy in your home or while dining out. This interactive workshop will allow time for practicing from actual restaurant menus as you gain additional strategies for healthy options. To register: Visit the reference desk at the Riverhead Free Library or call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301 Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, June 21, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, June 22, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, June 23, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Cafe: Parent Education Classes Monday, June 24, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event The First Five Years: Caring for yourself and your child Meet with: Sessions presented by a Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator 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:June 3, 2024: Caring for YourselfJune 10, 2024: Your Baby’s First YearJune 17, 2024: The Early Years MatterJune 24, 2024: Baby Let’s Sleep Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqc-CprTkiHNCykxIcXre_-9CY-Z8aStYg#/registration ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Monday, June 24, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Parent Cafe - Suffolk County Farm Wednesday, June 26, 2024 9:15 am - 11:15 am Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 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 weekCertificates of completion will be given to those who would like them Childcare available Enjoy a light breakfast with us! Prizes at every class! Program Dates and Titles:May 8, 2024: Living with ToddlersMay 15, 2024: Coping with Toilet LearningMay 22, 2024: Positive DisciplineMay 29, 2024: Coping with Temper TantrumsJune 5, 2024: Nutrition for Toddlers (2-3yrs.)June 12, 2024: Nutrition for Preschoolers (4-5yrs.)June 19, 2024: Feeding Families on a Tight BudgetJune 26, 2024: Breastfeeding Q&As Funding provided by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation This series will be presented in English only FREE Liza Haner, lh723@cornell.edu Registration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ParentCafeSCF ========================================= Managing Life in Retirement Wednesday, June 26, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Online Event We all know that retirement has implications for our bank account. However, retirement is a big change that impacts our relationships, our sense of purpose and identity as well as our physical and emotional health. During this workshop we will review the stages of retirement and look at the four steps identified by researchers at Kansas State University that can improve one’s overall retirement experience by avoiding the most common challenges new retirees often face. FREE Kerri Kreh Reda, kkr5@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 337 Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqde2uqjIpHNcmwG9yhqcnbpEk2eZ_mvYT ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Thursday, June 27, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Friday, June 28, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, June 29, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Saturday, June 29, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Private Sunset Wagon Rides Sunday, June 30, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Experience the farm all to yourself this year with a private group sunset tour! Please note: Close toed shoes are required to enter goat pens so please dress accordingly.You are more than welcome to bring your own s’mores supplies and non-alcoholic beverages.Available dates on a first come first served basis!Please register at least two weeks prior to schedule your group. Don’t wait, dates fill fast!You can register online now HERE.Spring and Summer Experience: Enjoy the farm all to yourself with a private group sunset tour! The experience includes personal farm tour guides, wagon ride, animal visit, time inside the goat pen, and campfire!FEE: $350 per group. Up to 20 participants. Children under 3 are free and do not count towards head count. An additional wagon is available for $150 for a maximum of 40 people total. Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sswr24?fbclid=IwAR0ynRL9KNa5jaw3wgPIwKAHQRviFRoxiAsWl38NmD287LW2k1LjCdosVAY ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, July 3, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, July 4, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, July 4, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, July 9, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, July 13, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Shop Smart Diabetes Thursday, July 18, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sayville Library, 88 Greene Avenue , Sayville, New York 11782 Are you sometimes confused by the information you read on a food label? Do you wonder how to make the healthiest, budget conscious purchases? Could what you are drinking be negatively affecting your health goals? During this workshop you will learn how to navigate the aisles in your supermarket while developing strategies for better managing your diabetes.To register: Visit the library reference desk, call 631-589-4440 or register online at sayvillelibrary.org "programs and events".Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, July 19, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, July 24, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm BOD Meetings – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM unless otherwise specified. January 24 - Organizational Meeting – 423 Griffing Ave. March 20 – 423 Griffing Ave. May 22 – Suffolk County Farm July 24 – SCMELC September 25 – LIHREC November 20 – Annual Meeting Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, July 27, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, August 1, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, August 1, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, August 3, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, August 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, August 10, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Sea Explorers Mini-Marine Biologist Programs - Babylon ages 3-5 w/parent Sunday, August 11, 2024 10:00 am - 11:30 am Sport Fishing Education Center and Aquaculture Facility, Ocean Parkway , Babylon, NY 11702 Mini-Marine Biologist Programs $27 Tracy Marcus, tm353@cornell.edu, 631-223-4422 Registration: https://www.ultracamp.com/clientlogin.aspx?idCamp=1264&campcode=ESE&lang=en-Us ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, August 13, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Dining with Diabetes Thursday, August 15, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Sayville Library, 88 Greene Avenue , Sayville, New York 11782 Being diagnosed with Diabetes or pre diabetes does not mean that your meals must be boring. This class will dive into the basics of dining with diabetes, from nutrition education to mouth-watering meal suggestions to enjoy in your home or while dining out. This interactive workshop will allow time for practicing from actual restaurant menus as you gain additional strategies for healthy options. To register: Visit the library reference desk, call 631-589-4440 or register online at sayvillelibrary.org "programs and events". Sponsored by the Suffolk County Lions Diabetes Foundation FREE ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, August 16, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Green Thumbs Summer Camp Wednesday, July 10, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Join campers at GREEN THUMBS Summer Camp in 2024. Cultivate a connection to nature and plants in 7 weeks of discovery. Play in the soil by growing seeds and planting vegetables in square foot beds and tepee gardens. Hunt for butterflies in the pollinator garden while finding the flowers they treasure. Find the Fairy Garden and the strawberry patch. Identify tasty herbs in the Herb Garden. Make compost, find worms, check out the bugs and see the rain barrels in action. Watch the birds nibbling on shrubs and at the feeders. Create art from nature. Enjoy a hayride around the farm and a celebratory harvest “feast.” Campers are children ages 5-12. (Five-year old children should be entering kindergarten in the fall.) Green Thumbs Summer Camp is limited to the first twenty children to register. Early registration is suggested. Exploration and instruction are provided by Suffolk Master Gardeners. NOTE: Please provide parent name, child’s name, date of birth, address, phone number and email address. A confirmation will be sent by email.Requests for accommodations should be made by June 1, 2024. Requests after that date will be met as best as possible. $80 for one child, $60 for each sibling. Make a check payable to Cornell Cooperative Extension. Mail to Roxanne Zimmer, Cornell Extension, 423 Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901 Roxanne Zimmer, rz378@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 215 ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, August 31, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, September 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, September 5, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, September 5, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, September 7, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, September 10, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, September 20, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, September 21, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 25, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm BOD Meetings – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM unless otherwise specified. January 24 - Organizational Meeting – 423 Griffing Ave. March 20 – 423 Griffing Ave. May 22 – Suffolk County Farm July 24 – SCMELC September 25 – LIHREC November 20 – Annual Meeting Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, October 2, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= DE LA GRANJA A LA MESA Thursday, October 3, 2024 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Online Event Date Instructor Topic April 4 Anthony Bananas May 2 Maryanne Carrots June 6 Melek Raspberries July 5 Connie Kiwi August 1 Connie Green Beans September 5 Scenquetta Beets October 3 Karen Sweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94905960665?pwd=WHNmaXdoUDZ6VmdQVWNMVTJUR2VTZz09 ========================================= Farm To Table Thursday, October 3, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Online Event DateInstructorTopicApril 4AnthonyBananasMay 2MaryanneCarrotsJune 6MelekRaspberriesJuly 5ConnieKiwiAugust 1ConnieGreen BeansSeptember 5ScenquettaBeetsOctober 3KarenSweet Potatoes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91524792495?pwd=UHZnVTJkZXhaaXh5R1dMUkk5dzBZZz09#success ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, October 5, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, October 8, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, October 18, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Goat Yoga Saturday, November 2, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Avenue , Yaphank, New York 11980 Enjoy yoga on the farm with our friendly goats! A fun twist to traditional flow. End your day in downward dog and some laughs. All levels are welcome to goat yoga.  Various dates and time May through NovemberPlease bring your own: Yoga Mat Water bottle We DO NOT provide yoga mats. Please bring your own. Taught by certified instructor Mary Salgado R.Y. Registration fee $25 ages 8 and up Wanda Peskett, wjw224@cornell.edu, 631-852-4600 Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/goatyoga24 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, November 6, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, November 15, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE ========================================= Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm BOD Meetings – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM unless otherwise specified. January 24 - Organizational Meeting – 423 Griffing Ave. March 20 – 423 Griffing Ave. May 22 – Suffolk County Farm July 24 – SCMELC September 25 – LIHREC November 20 – Annual Meeting Melissa Elkins, me336@cornell.edu, 631-727-7850 x 327 ========================================= Lunch Time Learning Wednesday, December 4, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Online Event 15 minute workshops for those with Prediabetes or Diabetes FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09 ========================================= Virtual Diabetes Support Group Tuesday, December 10, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Event Diabetes Support Group FREE Registration: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/91807484123? pwd=eXBEYlJoWE0vNk1RekZRYnk0cUFaQ ========================================= Ask the Dietitian! Friday, December 20, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Middle Country Library, 575 Middle Country Road , Selden, New York 11784 Diabetes Question and Answer Session FREE =========================================