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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Birthday Party (2 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-birthday-party-2-pm-4-pm-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T133000
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SUMMARY:Food Chain Stories and Feed the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some fun stories explaining the food chain\, watch some of SOFO’s resident animals enjoy their favorite foods\, and create your own food chain craft. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is for families. \nFor non-members\, this program is included in the museum admission fee. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/food-chain-stories-and-feed-the-animals-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T103000
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SUMMARY:Food Chain Stories and Feed the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some fun stories explaining the food chain\, watch some of SOFO’s resident animals enjoy their favorite foods\, and create your own food chain craft. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is for families. \nFor non-members\, this program is included in the museum admission fee. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/food-chain-stories-and-feed-the-animals/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T202107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T190654Z
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SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Explore Birding as a new hobby: Take a walk with volunteer docents Cindy & Dave and learn how to identify the birds that we might find\, including blue jay\, black-capped chickadee\, starling\, northern mockingbird\, and red-tailed hawk. Listen to the voices and observe the behavior of the birds to help identify them. No prior experience required. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWalk Leaders: Cindy Lenkiewicz and Dave Polek\, SOFO Docents \nThis FREE program is for all ages. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-for-beginners-8/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/birding-for-beginners-adults.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T190621Z
UID:39893-1771668000-1771668000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Young Birders Club Walk with Aidan Perkins
DESCRIPTION:Birding is a great way to make new friends\, learn about the environment\, and get outdoors. Join our Young Birders Club! The Club meets at 10AM on the third Saturday of every month and is open to anyone ages 8 to 18 who is interested in learning about birds. Since Long Island has many great habitats that are home to a wide variety of species\, we concentrate on birding in local areas. Please bring binoculars if you have them (we will have a few pairs to lend) and a field guide to birds of the eastern United States. If you don’t have a field guide\, we’ll have one here for you to use. \nClub Leader: Aidan Perkins\, Wildlife Biologist \nThis FREE program is for ages 8-18. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-birders-club-walk-with-aidan-perkins/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T190841Z
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SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Where Do Bugs Go in Winter?
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child age 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-where-do-bugs-go-in-winter/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/winter-school-break-walk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T190813Z
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SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child age 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/winter-school-break-walk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T201814Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: East End Outdoor Nature Education at Wildwood State Park\, Wading River
DESCRIPTION:This program has been cancelled due to weather forecast and trail conditions. Please join us next month! \n  \nSOFO is offering a monthly program which will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 pm for children ages 3 to 7 years and is geared towards homeschooling families. Programs will have a variety of activities to strengthen language development\, literacy\, math\, and science and will take place at various locations on Eastern Long Island. \nWe will continue our adventures on Wednesday\, February 18 at Wildwood State Park in Wading River searching for signs of winter animal activity and insect signs including galls and egg cases. We will enjoy some fun stories\, simple nature journals\, beginner graphing\, and worksheets to take home. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes has worked as an environmental educator at SOFO since 2005 and part-time since 2019 after her son Wyatt was born. Wyatt and I look forward to meeting you and learning with you! \nThere is a $10/child fee (participating adult included) for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/east-end-outdoor-nature-education-at-wildwood-state-park-wading-river/
LOCATION:Wading River
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T194106Z
UID:39888-1771412400-1771412400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Searching for Winter Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child age 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-searching-for-winter-wildlife/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/winter-school-break-walk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T194044Z
UID:39887-1771326000-1771326000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: How Plants Survive Winter
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child age 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-how-plants-survive-winter/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/winter-school-break-walk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T194018Z
UID:39886-1771239600-1771239600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter School Break Walks: Animal Tracks─Who was Here?
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Environmental Educators for our Winter School Break Nature Education Programs! \nThese programs are for children of all ages. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. There is a separate admission fee to explore the museum ($10/adult and $7/child age 3 and up). Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-school-break-walks-animal-tracks%e2%94%80who-was-here/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/winter-school-break-walk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251203T170341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T170341Z
UID:39808-1771156800-1771164000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the third year in a row\, the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) and the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center (SOFO) are co-sponsoring seal cruises. Join us as a CRESLI scientist leads 2-hour expeditions to view\, photograph\, and gather information about the diversity and distribution of the seals in Shinnecock Bay. You’ll learn about the different species of seals in our waters\, as well as the characteristics and behaviors that allow these animals to thrive. You’ll hear about the history of seal exploitation and recovery and see these animals in their natural habitat. \nCRESLI Seal Cruises on the RV Peconic around Shinnecock Bay will meet and board 30 minutes before the listed departure time at the dock area (address: Stony Brook Marine Station\, 8 Little Neck Road\, Southampton\, NY 11968). \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. The cost for the cruise is $40 per person. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Registrations can be made by visiting cresli.org.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seal-cruise-co-sponsored-with-cresli-17/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/seal-walk-harbor-seal.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251229T201117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T193959Z
UID:39885-1771153200-1771153200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Feeding Winter Birds: Make a Natural Bird Feeder
DESCRIPTION:In winter\, birds sometimes need a little help getting enough food to make it through very cold\, snowy weather. You can help the birds by making bird feeding stations from natural materials and adding high-energy bird foods like peanut butter and winter bird seed. All materials will be provided. \nProgram Leader: Rebecca Rogers\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for all ages. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/feeding-winter-birds-make-a-natural-bird-feeder/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/cardinal-winter.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251226T205637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215059Z
UID:39880-1771066800-1771066800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s Bug Club: Bugwatching Buddies
DESCRIPTION:This Week: Bug Themed Valentines with Candy Treats. \nWe Love Bugs! Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making a bug-themed valentine for your friends and family. Crafting materials and Valentine’s candy will be provided. \nClub Leader: Moe Kennedy\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis FREE program is for ages 5-16. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-bug-club-bugwatching-buddies/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/bugwatching-club.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260211T194628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T194628Z
UID:39985-1770894000-1770894000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Who’s Hungry?! with SOFO
DESCRIPTION:Introducing “Who’s Hungry?!” with SOFO! Join us for this FREE hands-on experience and help the staff feed our resident animals! This will be a weekly activity every Thursday at 11 AM. We’ll feed different animals each week\, so be sure to join us regularly. \nThis experience is appropriate for all ages. It is free for SOFO members and included with museum admission for non-members. Registrations are not necessary.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/whos-hungry-with-sofo-9/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/feeding-time-2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260123T170523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170903Z
UID:39954-1770595200-1770681599@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260205T193214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193246Z
UID:39981-1770559200-1770559200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:YES! Animal Mask Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is free (for ages 5-10)\, but registration is required at sofoyes@gmail.com. This is a drop-off program but parents are welcome to explore the museum.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/yes-animal-mask-workshop/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/yes-animal-mask.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260128T172413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T172413Z
UID:39964-1770296400-1770303600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Private Event (1 pm - 3 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-private-event-1-pm-3-pm-4/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/closed-for-private-event-1-3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260203T221603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T221603Z
UID:39976-1770289200-1770289200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Who’s Hungry?! with SOFO
DESCRIPTION:Introducing “Who’s Hungry?!” with SOFO! Join us for this FREE hands-on experience and help the staff feed our resident animals! This will be a weekly activity every Thursday at 11 AM. We’ll feed different animals each week\, so be sure to join us regularly. \nThis experience is appropriate for all ages. It is free for SOFO members and included with museum admission for non-members. Registrations are not necessary.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/whos-hungry-with-sofo-8/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/feeding-time-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260108T155411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155411Z
UID:39938-1770163200-1770249599@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-24/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/closed-for-maintenance-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251226T194716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T170452Z
UID:39873-1769936400-1769936400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Winter Specialties of Shinnecock─A Search for Avian Visitors of the North with Aidan Perkins
DESCRIPTION:The barrier beach area at Shinnecock is one of the few remaining undeveloped dune/salt marsh habitats on the eastern end of Long Island\, an area that frequently has wintering snowy owls and short-eared owls. Shinnecock Inlet can host thousands of scoters\, eiders\, and other sea ducks. Join Aidan on one of SOFO’s most popular birding walks. Bring binoculars or a spotting scope and a bird field guide (if you have one). \nWalk Leader: Aidan Perkins\, Wildlife Biologist \nThis program is for adults. \nFor non-members\, there is a $5 fee per person for this program. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/winter-specialties-of-shinnecock%e2%94%80a-search-for-avian-visitors-of-the-north-with-aidan-perkins/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/shinnecock-specialties-american-bittern-perkins-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251205T195625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T195625Z
UID:39821-1769860800-1769868000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the third year in a row\, the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) and the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center (SOFO) are co-sponsoring seal cruises. Join us as a CRESLI scientist leads 2-hour expeditions to view\, photograph\, and gather information about the diversity and distribution of the seals in Shinnecock Bay. You’ll learn about the different species of seals in our waters\, as well as the characteristics and behaviors that allow these animals to thrive. You’ll hear about the history of seal exploitation and recovery and see these animals in their natural habitat. \nCRESLI Seal Cruises on the RV Peconic around Shinnecock Bay will meet and board 30 minutes before the listed departure time at the dock area (address: Stony Brook Marine Station\, 8 Little Neck Road\, Southampton\, NY 11968). \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. The cost for the cruise is $40 per person. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Registrations can be made by visiting cresli.org.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seal-cruise-co-sponsored-with-cresli-23/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/seal-walk-harbor-seal.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251211T201321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T171624Z
UID:39862-1769857200-1769860800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Love-Bug Valentine Craft
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the season of love by using recycled art materials to make your own valentines. Following last month’s recycled paper-making program\, attendees can use their new sheets to design and decorate valentines to share with loved ones. Attendance for the January program is not mandatory for this program; recycled paper and other recycled craft materials will be provided to all participants. \nProgram Leader: Moe Kennedy\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for all ages. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/love-bug-valentine-craft/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/love-bug-vday-craft.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260107T192925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192925Z
UID:39935-1769684400-1769684400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Who’s Hungry?! with SOFO
DESCRIPTION:Introducing “Who’s Hungry?!” with SOFO! Join us for this FREE hands-on experience and help the staff feed our resident animals! This will be a weekly activity every Thursday at 11 AM. We’ll feed different animals each week\, so be sure to join us regularly. \nThis experience is appropriate for all ages. It is free for SOFO members and included with museum admission for non-members. Registrations are not necessary.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/whos-hungry-with-sofo-7/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/feeding-time-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260123T165208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T165208Z
UID:39952-1769385600-1769471999@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-27/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/closed-for-maintenance.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251203T170102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T170102Z
UID:39807-1769353200-1769360400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the third year in a row\, the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) and the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center (SOFO) are co-sponsoring seal cruises. Join us as a CRESLI scientist leads 2-hour expeditions to view\, photograph\, and gather information about the diversity and distribution of the seals in Shinnecock Bay. You’ll learn about the different species of seals in our waters\, as well as the characteristics and behaviors that allow these animals to thrive. You’ll hear about the history of seal exploitation and recovery and see these animals in their natural habitat. \nCRESLI Seal Cruises on the RV Peconic around Shinnecock Bay will meet and board 30 minutes before the listed departure time at the dock area (address: Stony Brook Marine Station\, 8 Little Neck Road\, Southampton\, NY 11968). \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. The cost for the cruise is $40 per person. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Registrations can be made by visiting cresli.org.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seal-cruise-co-sponsored-with-cresli-16/
LOCATION:Southampton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260123T164926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T164926Z
UID:39950-1769299200-1769385599@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Inclement Weather
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-inclement-weather/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251211T192314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T214413Z
UID:39849-1769256000-1769263200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Recycled Paper!
DESCRIPTION:Not sure what to do with all your old newspapers\, holiday cards\, last year’s homework\, or other paper around your house? Learn to recycle those papers and make your very own customized sheets! Use food dye\, wildflower seeds\, and other natural materials to decorate your very own recycled paper and head into the next year with a fresh start! \nProgram Leader: Moe Kennedy\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults and children ages 5+. \nFor non-members\, there is a $15 fee for adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/make-your-own-recycled-paper/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20260107T192841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192841Z
UID:39934-1769079600-1769079600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Who’s Hungry?! with SOFO
DESCRIPTION:Introducing “Who’s Hungry?!” with SOFO! Join us for this FREE hands-on experience and help the staff feed our resident animals! This will be a weekly activity every Thursday at 11 AM. We’ll feed different animals each week\, so be sure to join us regularly. \nThis experience is appropriate for all ages. It is free for SOFO members and included with museum admission for non-members. Registrations are not necessary.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/whos-hungry-with-sofo-6/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195304
CREATED:20251211T192018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T192018Z
UID:39847-1769000400-1769007600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:East End Outdoor Nature Education at Vineyard Field\, Bridgehampton
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 pm for children ages 3 to 7 years and is geared towards homeschooling families. Programs will have a variety of activities to strengthen language development\, literacy\, math\, and science and will take place at various locations on Eastern Long Island. \nWe will continue our adventures on Wednesday\, January 21 at Vineyard Field in Bridgehampton searching for signs of winter animal activity and insect signs including galls and egg cases. We will enjoy some fun stories\, simple nature journals\, beginner graphing\, and worksheets to take home. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes has worked as an environmental educator at SOFO since 2005 and part-time since 2019 after her son Wyatt was born. Wyatt and I look forward to meeting you and learning with you! \nThere is a $10/child fee (participating adult included) for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/east-end-outdoor-nature-education-at-vineyard-field-bridgehampton/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
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