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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
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SUMMARY:Memorial Nature Walk for Naturalist and SOFO Founder Larry Penny
DESCRIPTION:Larry Penny spent many years guiding children and adults in exploring and understanding our natural world. He was one of the original founders of the South Fork Natural History Society in 1989 and a noted East End naturalist and educator; his weekly column “Nature Notes” was featured in the East Hampton Star for many years. He served as East Hampton Town Natural Resources Director for 28 years. “He was a very good naturalist; I really admired him for his work\, his writing\, and his dedication to stopping development. “─ Andy Sabin\, SOFO President. \nJoin us\, and experience nature for yourself\, in his memory. \nWalk Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8 and up. Light Refreshments provided. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/memorial-nature-walk-for-naturalist-and-sofo-founder-larry-penny-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T151419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T151419Z
UID:40118-1778324400-1778324400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Protecting the Environment with NYSDEC Region 1
DESCRIPTION:Protecting the Environment\, Natural Resources\, and People of the State of New York with New York Region 1-Long Island Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Officer Justin McGhee and Special Guest “Finn\,” the Canine Fish Detective \nThe New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 1-Long Island\, especially Eastern Long Island’s environments\, includes extensive bays\, estuaries and tidal wetlands. East End residents and visitors benefit from these environments for recreation\, fisheries\, and the nature that is a part of our community. The DEC was established to protect the environment\, natural resources\, and people of the State of New York through law enforcement\, education\, and public outreach. \nPresenter: Justin McGhee\, DEC Officer\, Region 1-Long Island \nThis FREE program is for adults & children ages 10 and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/protecting-the-environment-with-nysdec-region-1/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T152157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T152214Z
UID:40120-1778405400-1778412600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Spring Migration Bird Walk at Big Reed Pond
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk with the Montauk Library Bird Club\, Third House Nature Center\, and South Fork Natural History Museum\, led by Frank Quevedo. Observe and learn to identify spring birds of Big Reed Pond\, a National Natural Landmark in Montauk. This will be a slow-paced 3-mile hike through woodland and wetland\, leading to a shallow freshwater pond. Please wear tick protection and appropriate footwear. All experience levels are welcome. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow. Registration is required. \nCo-sponsored with Montauk Library Bird Club and Third House Nature Center \nWalk Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis FREE program is for adults & children ages 10 and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/spring-migration-bird-walk-at-big-reed-pond/
LOCATION:Montauk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20251205T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T195510Z
UID:39820-1778407200-1778414400@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-22/
LOCATION:Southampton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260331T200142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T200142Z
UID:40108-1778666400-1778677200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-42/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T152342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T152342Z
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SUMMARY:Young Birders Club Meeting
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. \nPlease 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 adults and children ages 8-18. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-birders-club-meeting-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T152642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T152642Z
UID:40123-1778927400-1778927400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners−Spring Migrants in Vineyard Field
DESCRIPTION:Explore Birding as a new hobby: Take a walk with volunteer docents Cindy & Dave in the Vineyard Field behind the Museum. We’ll look for regular inhabitants in the field\, and perhaps some spring migrants. We’ll also 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. \nProgram Leaders: Cindy Lenkiewicz and Dave Polek\, SOFO Docents \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children 10 and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-for-beginners%e2%88%92spring-migrants-in-vineyard-field/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/birding-for-beginners-cindyanddave-2.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T153141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T153141Z
UID:40124-1778936400-1778936400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Meet Rescued Birds of Prey with Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center
DESCRIPTION:Meet two of the resident raptor ambassadors from the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center\, the only wildlife hospital on the east end of Long Island.  See these incredible birds of prey up close\, learn all about their species and their personal journeys.  You can also help save wildlife! \nCo-sponsored with the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center (EAWRC) \nProgram Leader: Tammy Flanell\, EAWRC \nThis FREE program is for adults & Children ages Pre-K and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/meet-rescued-birds-of-prey-with-evelyn-alexander-wildlife-rescue-center/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/evelyn-alexander-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T153716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T153716Z
UID:40126-1779008400-1779008400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Kayaking in a Salt Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Salt marshes are some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world\, but even more importantly\, they provide ecological services that are vital to the health of our environment. As we paddle around Scallop Pond in Southampton\, we will learn about why these habitats are important\, as well as search for the creatures that inhabit them. Such animals include horseshoe crabs\, diamondback terrapins\, mollusks\, ospreys\, and more! \nPlease Note: SOFO is not able to provide kayaks\, so you must be able to transport one to the location. \nProgram Leader: Tommy Steinbrecher\, SOFO Environmental Educator \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/kayaking-in-a-salt-marsh/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/kayaking.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T161936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T162528Z
UID:40139-1779282000-1779289200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:East End Outdoor Nature Education at Elizabeth Morton Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 pm 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\, May 20th at Elizabeth Morton Federal Wildlife Refuge in Southampton where we will learn about our local songbirds and late spring flowers on our way to a bay beach for shelling and shore birds. 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 material 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. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n\n Sign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/east-end-outdoor-nature-education-at-elizabeth-morton-wildlife-refuge-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/eeone-elizabeth-morton.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T160851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160851Z
UID:40136-1779528600-1779528600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Black Racer Snake Search with Andy Sabin
DESCRIPTION:Andy Sabin\, known to us as the “Salamander Commander\,” is equally as interested in snakes as he is in salamanders. In fact\, Andy is fascinated by all kinds of reptiles and amphibians\, so he is just the right person to lead us on a search for the Northern black racer snake (Coluber constrictor). What’s more\, we’re in luck— the field behind SOFO\, known as Vineyard Field\, is the perfect habitat for this very active\, diurnal (it comes out during the day) reptile. To ensure we can find them\, we’ve put boards out in the field which these snakes like to hide under. So\, we’re very likely to see some snakes on our search with Andy. \nWalk Leader: Andy Sabin\, President\, SOFO Board of Directors \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/black-racer-snake-search-with-andy-sabin-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/black-racer-search-andy.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T161419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T161419Z
UID:40137-1779530400-1779530400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Salamander Seining and Some Frogs Too! With Andy Sabin
DESCRIPTION:Many salamanders breed in water\, and here’s your chance to see the larval aquatic stage of the endangered Eastern Tiger Salamander before it moves onto land to live. You’ll also see some of our local frog tadpoles as Andy Sabin—“Mr. Salamander”—wades into a freshwater pond and\, using a seining net (a large two-person fishing net with weights at the lower edge and floats at the top)\, brings to the surface the pond-stages of these young animals\, members of the Class Amphibia. \nWalk Leader: Andy Sabin\, President\, SOFO Board of Directors \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/salamander-seining-and-some-frogs-too-with-andy-sabin-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/salamander-seining.png
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260306T180734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T153737Z
UID:40021-1779580800-1779667199@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Private Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-private-event-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260331T155719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T155719Z
UID:40096-1780048800-1780059600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-35/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T155437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T155437Z
UID:40129-1780128000-1780128000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Spring Migration – Birding at Hither Hills State Park Trail with Wayne Whitmore
DESCRIPTION:Montauk is a migration trap for migratory birds. Join Wayne\, SOFO Board Trustee\, on this leisurely paced bird walk in search of spring migrants and breeding warblers. Wayne will lead you on the access roads and nature trails in Hither Hills searching for the many birds that utilize this habitat. Some species likely to be observed are blue-winged warbler\, American redstart\, prairie warbler\, yellow warbler\, ovenbird\, and many others. Please bring binoculars. \nWalk Leader: Wayne Whitmore\, SOFO Board Trustee \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/spring-migration-birding-at-hither-hills-state-park-trail-with-wayne-whitmore/
LOCATION:Montauk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/spring-migration-hither-hills-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T155632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T155632Z
UID:40130-1780135200-1780140600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:East Hampton Shellfish Hatchery Tour\, Montauk
DESCRIPTION:Tour of the shellfish hatchery’s broodstock conditioning\, algae culture and shellfish culture systems in their Navy-built building.  Expect to see all stages of shellfish from day-old swimming larvae to spat\, learn about what they eat\, how we feed them and how we grow them at the hatchery stage. \nTour Leader: John “Barley” Dunne\, Director of East Hampton Town Shellfish Hatcher \nThis FREE program is for  adults & children ages 8 and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/east-hampton-shellfish-hatchery-tour-montauk/
LOCATION:Montauk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/shellfish-hatchery-shells.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T155929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T155929Z
UID:40131-1780174800-1780174800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:What Goes Buzz in the Night?
DESCRIPTION:Mothing or light-sheeting is an activity used by scientists studying nighttime insects to catch and identify local species. By setting up a light trap\, a large light directed at a white sheet\, we’ll be able to see which moths (and more!) are flying about our dark skies! Join SOFO educator Moe Kennedy and find out what goes “buzz” in the night. \nProgram Leader: Moe Kennedy\, SOFO Environmental Educator \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/what-goes-buzz-in-the-night-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/What-Goes-Buzz-in-the-Night.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T160206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160206Z
UID:40133-1780223400-1780223400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Story Time: Fantastic Flowers
DESCRIPTION:A common saying goes ”April showers bring May flowers.” Flowers add lots of color to our spring and summer\, and bring many people enjoyment\, but what is a flower for and what is it made of? Join us for some fun stories before we see what is flowering in SOFO’s pollinator gardens and learn how the different flower parts help the plant and animals. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is FREE for families\, with Museum Admission. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/story-time-fantastic-flowers/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/storytime-flowers-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T160358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160410Z
UID:40134-1780234200-1780234200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Story Time: Fantastic Flowers
DESCRIPTION:A common saying goes ”April showers bring May flowers.” Flowers add lots of color to our spring and summer\, and bring many people enjoyment\, but what is a flower for and what is it made of? Join us for some fun stories before we see what is flowering in SOFO’s pollinator gardens and learn how the different flower parts help the plant and animals. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is FREE for families\, with Museum Admission. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/story-time-fantastic-flowers-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/storytime-flowers-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260402T160557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T160628Z
UID:40135-1780261200-1780264800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full Blue Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt and South Fork Natural History Society on a leisurely-paced hike through open-field trails. Whenever two full Moons appear in a single month\, the second is christened a “Blue Moon.” Due to our calendar days\, the appearance of a Blue Moon is actually a relatively rare occurrence\, as one rises on average only once every 2 1/2 to 3 years. \nCo-sponsored by Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt & SOFO. \nMeet at the SOFO Museum parking lot\, 377 Bridgehampton Turnpike\, 200 yards north of the RR tracks. To register\, email: info@longpondgreenbelt.org. \nHike Leader: Jean McDermott\, 631-599-2391.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-blue-moon-hike/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260331T160201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T160201Z
UID:40099-1780308000-1780318800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-38/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260331T160333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T160333Z
UID:40100-1780394400-1780405200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-39/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260331T160517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T160517Z
UID:40101-1780567200-1780578000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-40/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260403T150550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T150641Z
UID:40141-1780828200-1780833600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:“BioBlitz”─Surveying the Life of Vineyard Field
DESCRIPTION:A BioBlitz is a snapshot in time of a community of living things. It can be as long as 24 hours or for just a few hours.  When making this type of scientific survey\, scientists and volunteers work together to identify as many species of plants\, animals\, fungi\, and other organisms as possible in a specific location. These events combine citizen science with ecological monitoring to document local biodiversity. SOFO has been doing a BioBlitz in Vineyard Field for a few years now so join us and help track ecological changes to this habitat. \nProgram Leaders: Rebecca Rogers and Sydney Mantione\, SOFO Environmental Educators \nThis FREE Citizen Science event is for adults & children ages 8 and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n Sign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/bioblitz%e2%94%80surveying-the-life-of-vineyard-field/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260331T160613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T160613Z
UID:40102-1781085600-1781096400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-41/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260403T151654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T151654Z
UID:40144-1781344800-1781355600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate National Dragonfly Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt\, the Children’s Museum of the East End\, and SOFO in celebrating the wonderful world of dragonflies and damselflies. Assemblyman Tommy John Schiavoni will present the Dragonfly Day proclamation at 10:30am\, SOFO’s Moe Kennedy will present a dragonfly slide show at 11:00am\, followed by a guided dragonfly search in the field behind the museum. Enjoy children’s crafts and refreshments\, and make it a fun day for everyone! \nCo-sponsored with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt (FLPG)\, The Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE)\, and SOFO. \nThis FREE rain or shine outdoor event is for all ages. Museum Non-Member Admission: $7 children\, $10 adults
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/celebrate-national-dragonfly-day/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260403T151905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T151905Z
UID:40146-1781346600-1781346600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners−When Dragonflies Are Around\, So Are the Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Explore Birding as a new hobby: Take a walk with volunteer docents Cindy & Dave in the Vineyard Field behind the Museum 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. \nProgram Leaders: Cindy Lenkiewicz and Dave Polek\, SOFO Docents \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children 10 and up. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-for-beginners%e2%88%92when-dragonflies-are-around-so-are-the-birds/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260403T152626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152626Z
UID:40147-1781362800-1781366400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:East End Environment Series: Carnivorous Plants and Their Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO for light refreshments and a presentation with Matthew Kaelin\, author and carnivorous plant ecologist. \nAcross the world\, there are over 580 species within 16 genera of carnivorous plants. On Long Island\, we have 3 species of sundews (Drosera)\, 12 species of bladderworts (Utricularia)\, and 1 species of the American pitcher plants (Sarracenia). \nPlease join us for an engaging and educational presentation that will delve into the carnivorous plants of Long Island\, with vivid photography to provide a look into the habitats where they live\, identifying features of the different species we have here\, and examples of other curious flora and fauna that could be found among them as well. \nThe talk will be followed by a discussion session for questions\, and then the option to visit the nearby Long Pond Greenbelt for a guided tour around one of its coastal plain ponds. Where attendees will be able to observe carnivorous sundews and bladderworts in their natural habitat. \nMatthew M. Kaelin is the author of The Sinister Beauty of Carnivorous Plants. He is an accomplished cultivator of carnivorous plants\, having registered two Nepenthes cultivars\, and has over two decades of experience. Beginning in early 2012\, he also engaged in a continuous\, comprehensive evaluation of the habitats of native carnivorous plants of Long Island\, NY\, where he is credited for discovering populations of the Sundew hybrid\, Drosera rotundifolia x intermedia\, which were the first recorded observations of these plants in New York State. \nOptional Carnivorous Plant Walk\, 4:30-5:30PM\nCarnivorous Plant Walk at Crooked Pond for adults & children ages 10 and up. \n  \nThis FREE program is for adults. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \nPresenter: Matthew Kaelin\, author and carnivorous plant ecologist
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/east-end-environment-series-carnivorous-plants-and-their-habitats/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260403T152959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T152959Z
UID:40148-1781368200-1781371800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Carnivorous Plant Walk at Crooked Pond
DESCRIPTION:Across the world\, there are over 580 species within 16 genera of carnivorous plants. On Long Island\, we have 3 species of sundews (Drosera)\, 12 species of bladderworts (Utricularia)\, and 1 species of the American pitcher plants (Sarracenia). After an engaging and educational presentation that will delve into the carnivorous plants of Long Island\, please join us for a guided tour around one of the Long Pond Greenbelt’s coastal plain ponds. Attendees will be able to observe carnivorous sundews and bladderworts in their natural habitat. \nThis FREE program is for adults. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/carnivorous-plant-walk-at-crooked-pond/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T131047
CREATED:20260403T155427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T155427Z
UID:40150-1781424000-1781424000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birds of the Meadow and Woods−Eric Salzman Memorial Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:For many years\, the late Eric Salzman\, a SOFO board member of long-standing\, led this walk to explore the avian life of the meadow behind the South Fork Natural History Museum and the adjacent Greenbelt woodlands and wetlands. With his keen musical ear\, Eric was adept at identifying birds simply by their songs and calls. We hold this annual walk in his memory and cosponsor it with the Eastern Long Island Audubon Society\, an organization in which he was very active. \nCo-sponsored with Eastern Long Island Audubon Society (ELIAS) \nWalk Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director\, and Byron Young\, President\, ELIAS \nThis FREE program is for adults and teens. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birds-of-the-meadow-and-woods%e2%88%92eric-salzman-memorial-bird-walk/
LOCATION:SOFO
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