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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
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URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T103000
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SUMMARY:Fall Foliage Tie Dye
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the beauty of nature and unleash your creativity as we collect leaves from our native plants in Vineyard Field in order to create unique tie-dye designs. Using spray tie-dye techniques\, we will create wearable works of art that capture the beauty of fall foliage. \nProgram Leader: Nikole Holowat\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nBring a T-shirt or any other piece of fabric\, otherwise T-shirts\, $12\, will be available for purchase. \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children 5+. \nFor nonmembers\, 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. There is an additional $5 materials fee for this program. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/fall-foliage-tie-dye/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T152804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T190727Z
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SUMMARY:What's in an Owl Pellet with SOFO Environmental Educator Rob Gelling
DESCRIPTION:An owl pellet is the regurgitated package of indigestible remains\, like bones and fur\, of an owl’s swallowed prey species. Hm\, nice right? But it’s really fascinating! So many questions…like what are the prey species? How many skeletons will you find in your dissected pellet? Could you try and glue the bones to a piece of cardboard and create a complete skeleton? And how would the dental work of who they had for dinner reveal the prey’s own diet? No worries\, the pellets come sterilized\, and gloves will be provided. So come get hands-on and\, in the end\, leave knowing you were an ecologist\, a population biologist\, an anatomy & physiologist\, a statistician\, and even a forensic scientist! \nProgram leader: Rob “Rockfish” Gelling\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults and children 8+. \nFor nonmembers\, 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. There is an additional $5 materials fee for this program. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/whats-in-an-owl-pellet-with-sofo-environmental-educator-rob-gelling/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T151627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T190428Z
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Metal Detecting with Scott Tucker\, of RelicRecovery\, assisted by Layla Tucker
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to metal detecting through the eyes of a treasure hunter. \nRelicRecovery’s YouTube Channel! \nThis free program is for adults\, teens and children 8+. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/an-introduction-to-metal-detecting-with-scott-tucker-of-relicrecovery-assisted-by-layla-tucker/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T150649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T185708Z
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SUMMARY:Tour of the Thomas & Mary Nimmo Moran Studio
DESCRIPTION:The Thomas & Mary Nimmo Moran Studio is a National Historic Landmark. In 1884\, Moran built the first artist’s studio in East Hampton\, NY which marked the beginning of the village as an artist’s colony. The Moran Studio has been described as “a quirky\, Queen Anne style-studio cottage.” The Studio is a member of the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios Program of The National Trust for Historic Preservation. This program celebrates the homes and working studios of American artists across the nation. \nTour Leader: Stacy Myers\, Director of Education\, East Hampton Historical Society \nThis free program is for all ages. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/tour-of-the-thomas-mary-nimmo-moran-studio/
LOCATION:East Hampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Moran-studio-EHHS.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20231019T151939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T151939Z
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
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URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T145045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T185346Z
UID:27486-1698575400-1698575400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:White Pine & Oak Forest Hike at Wilson’s Grove Preserve
DESCRIPTION:The beautiful and majestic white pine and oak forest of Wilson’s Grove Preserve\, donated to the Peconic Land Trust by Marillyn Wilson in 2008\, is a wonderful gift to the community and a vital link in the Paumanok Preserve system of trails. The site contains a locally rare woodland\, comprised of majestic towering white pine and oak. Join Paul for a hike through this incredibly unique location. \nProgram Leader: Paul King III\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens and children 8+. \nFor nonmembers\, 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/white-pine-oak-forest-hike-at-wilsons-grove-preserve/
LOCATION:East Hampton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T142719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T142719Z
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SUMMARY:Full “Hunter’s Moon” Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:Native Americans named this bright moon for obvious reasons. The leaves are falling from trees\, the deer are fattened\, and it’s time to begin storing up meat for the long winter ahead. Because the fields were traditionally harvested in late September or early October\, hunters could easily see foxes and other animals that come out to eat the fallen grains. Join us for this leisurely paced one-hour hike in Vineyard Field\, the field behind SOFO. \nHike Leader: Dai Dayton\, President\, Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt. \nThis free hike is for all ages. \nHike reservations are limited\, to register by email go to: greenbeltnews@aol.com. To contact the hike leader\, Dai Dayton\, on the day of the hike call 631-745-0689.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-hunters-moon-hike-with-friends-of-the-long-pond-greenbelt/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T143802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T184956Z
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SUMMARY:SOFO Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The mission of SOFO’s Young Environmentalists Society\, known as YES!\, for ages 10 to 16\, is to engage young minds in developing a fuller awareness and understanding of the current state of our environment. The group works together and\, through experience-based learning\, place-based learning\, critical thinking processes\, and local activism\, develops strategies for individuals and the community that are designed to shape how we live on this planet now and in the future. The Club meets on the last Saturday of each month\, from 10AM to 11:30AM. There is bilingual support for Spanish-speaking participants. \nClub Leader: Mare Dianora\, an educator and the mother of two young sons\, is an interdisciplinary artist whose practice involves building community and exploring connections to home and place. \nThis is a free program\, thanks to the generosity of a foundation that prefers to remain anonymous\, for ages 10-16. \nThe date may change for this program. Please contact SOFO at (631) 537-9735 or info@sofo.org for up-to-the-minute information. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofo-young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/YES-Logo.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T142220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T194201Z
UID:27478-1698337800-1698341400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Zenergy Outdoor Movement Class with Karen Meyers
DESCRIPTION:A delightful combination of Yoga-like stretches\, Qi Gong\, 5 element dance\, and a lot of joy! Life Lovers of all ability levels are encouraged to join. Breath\, stretch\, move\, listen and relate. Be in right relationship to self\, to others\, and to Nature. Feel alive\, relaxed and Zenergized! This class will be held outside embraced by the beauty of Nature\, on a wooden deck\, protected from the sun. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. \nThe one-hour class will be held on Thursdays at 4:30PM\, throughout the month of October. \nThis program is for adults. \nZenergy Leader: Karen Meyer \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSofo Members: $10 per class\, Non-Members: $20 per class. \nLimited reservations. Please contact Karen directly if you have any questions\, and to make reservations. She can be reached at 917.843.2555 or at moonheartmeyer@gmail.com.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/zenergy-outdoor-movement-class-with-karen-meyers-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20231010T143358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T183407Z
UID:27992-1698192000-1698278399@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group
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URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-2-pm-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230920T141909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T145601Z
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SUMMARY:Why & How the NY-NJ Harbor Estuary Became a "Hope Spot" with Dr. Judith S. Weis - Zoom & In-Person Talk
DESCRIPTION:Fifty years ago\, the waterways of NYC and Northern NJ (the NY-NJ Harbor Estuary) were full of industrial waste\, raw sewage\, and garbage. The waterfront was mostly industrial facilities and garbage dumps; there was little public access\, but most people wouldn’t have wanted to be close to smelly polluted waters. Starting with the Clean Water Act in the early ’70s\, there has been a remarkable improvement in water quality; biodiversity increased from a few pollution-tolerant species to a rich diversity of marine/estuarine life\, bird life\, and even whales. The waterfront is now lined with walkways\, parks and recreational activities\, and even restaurants. This amazing recovery was due to the hard work of government agencies and dozens of environmental organizations; this recovery was the basis of the estuary being designated a “Hope Spot” by Mission Blue\, Sylvia Earle’s organization (Dr. Earle was the guest of honor at the 2022 SOFO gala.) This illustrated talk is being presented by the person who put together the nomination last year\, and who has been designated the “Champion” of the estuary. \nProgram Presenter: Dr. Judith S. Weis\, Professor Emerita of Biological Sciences at Rutgers University\, Newark. \nThis free program is for adults and teens. \n  \nSign Up Here!\n  \nZoom Sign Up Link
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/why-how-the-ny-nj-harbor-estuary-became-a-hope-spot-with-dr-judith-s-weis-zoom-in-person-talk/
LOCATION:Zoom / SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T205436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T175610Z
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SUMMARY:Befriending Bugs for Halloween with Entomologist Jeffry Petracca
DESCRIPTION:Join Entomologist Jeffry Petracca from the Long Island Aquarium for a discussion of insects and spiders. Learn some basic bug facts and meet some of the stick bugs\, beetles\, spiders and so much more from the Aquarium’s living insect zoo. A meet and greet with these animals up close and personal will show just how beautiful and friendly bugs can truly be! \nProgram Leader: Jeffry Petracca\, Entomologist and High School Educator \nThis free program is for adults\, teens\, and children 4+. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/befriending-bugs-for-halloween-with-entomologist-jeffry-petracca/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/stickbug.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T203921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T163500Z
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SUMMARY:Young Birders Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Birding is a wonderful 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 or Sunday of every month and is open to anyone ages eight 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. \nClub Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis FREE program is for ages 8-18. \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 for you to use. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-birders-club-meeting-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T193158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T145617Z
UID:27451-1697634000-1697634000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO's East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal in Montauk
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program that takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 pm for children ages 3 to 7 years and is geared toward 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 the twin forks of Eastern Long Island.  We will continue our adventures on Wednesday\, October 19th in Montauk. \nWe will be meeting at the East Overlook Parking Lot in Montauk. We will travel on an approximately 1/2 mile forest trail to one of SOFO’s favorite vernal pools to search for young-of-the-year Four-toed Salamanders and Blue-spotted Salamanders including stories and beginner nature journals. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Educator. Crystal has worked as an environmental educator at SOFO since 2005 and part-time since 2019 after her son Wyatt was born. She and Wyatt look forward to meeting you and learning with you! \nThis program is for children ages 3 to 7. \nThere will be a vehicle entrance fee of $8 paid at a kiosk. There will not be a SOFO fee. For subsequent programs\, there will be a fee of $5 per child which includes a participating adult. \nThere is limited enrollment for this program. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-in-montauk/
LOCATION:Montauk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Four-toed-Salamander-paul-king-iii.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T191939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T142318Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Pellets: Explore\, Dissect\, and Discover!
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a captivating journey into the world of owls! This hands-on adventure will teach young explorers about Long Island’s owls – their sneaky hunting strategies and the surprising range of items they feed on. Through an exciting owl pellet dissection activity\, we will uncover the hidden secrets of owl’s diets while gaining a deeper appreciation for the important role they play in our ecosystem. \nProgram Leader: Nikole Holowat\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for children ages 5-7. \nFor nonmembers\, there is a $15 fee for Adults and a $10 fee for children for this program. There is an additional $6 materials fee 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/owl-pellets-explore-dissect-and-discover/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Barn-Owl-Pellet-open.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T190825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T141848Z
UID:27445-1697360400-1697367600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Greenbelt Ramble through Oak-Hickory Forest and Along Coastal Plain Ponds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 3-mile walk in the Long Pond Greenbelt through oak-hickory forest and along coastal plain ponds. Suffolk County’s Poxabogue Park\, one of the first open space protection acquisitions in the Long Pond Greenbelt (LPG). Poxabogue derives its name from the Native American paugasa-baug meaning “a pond that opens out or widens”. You’ll have a chance to see Poxabogue Pond\, Little Poxabogue Pond and Crooked Pond\, 3 of the 13 coastal plains ponds of the LPG. Enjoy grasslands\, pond shore and oak/hickory/pitch pine forest. \nProgram Leader: Dai Dayton\, President\, Friends of Long Pond Greenbelt \nThis free program is for adults\, teens\, and children 10+. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/greenbelt-ramble-through-oak-hickory-forest-and-along-coastal-plain-ponds/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/YES-Poxabogue-Hike-3-rotated.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T080000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T185932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T175515Z
UID:27442-1697356800-1697356800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding with Joe Giunta─Fall Migration at Promised Land
DESCRIPTION:Joe Giunta\, expert birder\, and delightful bird-walk leader will take you on this excursion to Promised Land\, the perfect location to observe our songbirds during their late fall migration. The combination of ocean beach and field edges increases your opportunity to see late-migrating warblers as they journey south. On previous walks\, eight species of sparrows have been seen\, as well as a dickcissel and a snow bunting. This location also provides an opportunity to see gannets and ocean ducks. \nWalk Leader: Joe Giunta\, birding instructor for the Brooklyn Botanic Garden; trip leader for New York City Audubon and lecturer for many local chapters; and owner of Happy Warblers LLC\, a birding and educational travel company. \nThis program is for adults. \nFor nonmembers\, there is a $15 fee for Adults 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-with-joe-giunta%e2%94%80fall-migration-at-promised-land/
LOCATION:East Hampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/yellow-rumped-warbler.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230926T160038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T165936Z
UID:27623-1697308200-1697313600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:YES! Presents - Under the Stars Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Sign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/yes-presents-under-the-stars-movie-night/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/outdoor-movie.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T184437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T140540Z
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SUMMARY:Feeding Time at the Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a behind-the-scenes feeding tour at SOFO! Erin will give you a chance to see how we prepare the food for our animals to eat. Afterwards\, you will get a closer look at our animals as they are fed. During this program\, we’ll learn more about food webs and the differences between carnivores\, omnivores\, and herbivores. \nProgram Leader: Erin Hwong\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for children ages 3-5. \nFor nonmembers\, 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/feeding-time-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/feeding-time-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T162542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T140352Z
UID:27420-1697288400-1697288400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seining for Tropical Fish with SOFO
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO in a search for juvenile tropical fish carried north by the amazing Gulf Stream while the water is still warm. We will be on the lookout for butterflyfish\, lookdowns\, our native seahorses\, and more at this hands-on marine discovery event! \nProgram Leader: Paul King III\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for all ages. \nFor nonmembers\, 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/seining-for-tropical-fish-with-sofo/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/SeahorseHippocampus.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230830T203711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T182215Z
UID:27110-1697275800-1697284800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Walk to End Alzheimer's in the Hamptons
DESCRIPTION:The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting you to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the inaugural Hamptons Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on Saturday\, October 14th at the South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton. Walks are held each year in communities across the country and are the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care\, support and research. Participants honor those affected with Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony — a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. The colors of the Promise Garden flowers represent people’s connection to Alzheimer’s. \nThis free program is for adults and children. \nYou can pre-register for the event by clicking here\, or you can register at the event beginning at 9:30AM. The opening ceremony begins at 10 a.m.\, after which we will walk two miles along the mowed Long Pond Greenbelt trail. \nFor more information please contact Judy Wichter at 631.315.6494 or jwichter@alz.org
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/walk-to-end-alzheimers-in-the-hamptons/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Hamptons-Walk-poster-2.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T194243Z
UID:27433-1697128200-1697131800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Zenergy\, Outdoor Movement Class with Karen Meyer
DESCRIPTION:A delightful combination of Yoga-like stretches\, Qi Gong\, 5 element dance\, and a lot of joy! Life Lovers of all ability levels are encouraged to join. Breath\, stretch\, move\, listen and relate. Be in right relationship to self\, to others\, and to Nature. Feel alive\, relaxed and Zenergized! This class will be held outside embraced by the beauty of Nature\, on a wooden deck\, protected from the sun. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. \nThe one-hour class will be held on Thursdays at 4:30PM\, throughout the month of October. \nThis program is for adults. \nZenergy Leader: Karen Meyer \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSofo Members: $10 per class\, Non-Members: $20 per class. \nLimited reservations. Please contact Karen directly if you have any questions\, and to make reservations. She can be reached at 917.843.2555 or at moonheartmeyer@gmail.com.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/zenergy-outdoor-movement-class-with-karen-meyer-21/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/outdoor-meditation-e1690228758449.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T181629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T181525Z
UID:27435-1697094000-1697220000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding with Frank at the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge\, Brigantine Division\, Galloway\, New Jersey
DESCRIPTION:Grab your binoculars\, put on your hiking shoes\, and join SOFO’s Executive Director\, Frank Quevedo\, for two days of spectacular birding at the Edwin B. Forsythe Wildlife Refuge\, Brigantine Division\, in southern New Jersey. You’ll see migrating shorebirds and warblers as well as resident breeding species of the coastal salt marsh\, including Osprey\, herons\, egrets\, skimmers\, and terns. This incredible National Wildlife Refuge protects more than 47\,000 acres of southern New Jersey coastal habitats and wetlands. The refuge extends for 50 miles along the coast from Brick Township to its southern extent\, which is five miles north of Atlantic City. At least 322 species of birds have been observed on the refuge. The Forsythe Refuge is nationally recognized as one of the East Coast’s premier birding spots. The fee for this program includes an overnight stay and transportation. \nProgram Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis program is for adults. \nContact Frank Quevedo by email at: info@sofo.org or by phone\, Saturday through Wednesday\, at SOFO: 631.537.9735.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-with-frank-at-forsythe-national-wildlife-refuge-brigantine-division-galloway-new-jersey/
LOCATION:New Jersey
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Forsythe-National-Wildlife-Refuge-e1696880392946.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T141535Z
UID:27430-1696761000-1696761000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Painting with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Harvest materials from the environment to paint your own natural landscape. Join us on a small nature walk around our inner loop collecting materials to create a scene of your choice. \nProgram Leader: Ian Robinson\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children 6+. \nFor nonmembers\, 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/painting-with-nature/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/landscape-painting.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T155430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T155546Z
UID:27413-1696672800-1696683600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Long Pond Greenbelt 24th Annual Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Bring the children for a nature exploration at the Long Pond Greenbelt! Guided trail walks\, games\, crafts\, and a variety of activities provided by local environmental and community organizations. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt (FLPG)\, the Peconic Land Trust\, and the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO). \nThis is a FREE event for all ages and takes place rain or shine. \nFor more information and to reserve\, please contact Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt at 631.745.0689. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/long-pond-greenbelt-24th-annual-celebration/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LPG-Celebration-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T153643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T140457Z
UID:27409-1696672800-1696672800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Andy's Annual Salamander Log Rolling\, with Jake
DESCRIPTION:On this annual walk with Andy\, aka “Mr. Salamander\,” you’ll discover some unusual creatures that live in the leaf litter on the forest floor under the rotting logs. In particular\, he’ll introduce you to two of our unusual native salamanders: the Blue-spotted\, which can be found in its purebred form on Long Island\, only in Montauk; and the other\, the Four-toed\, whose tail drops off when it is grasped at the tail by a predator. This walk is particularly popular with children. \nProgram Leader: Jake Kushner\, SOFO Environmental Educator\, Reptile & Amphibian Specialist \nThis program is for all ages. \nFor nonmembers\, 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  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/andys-annual-salamander-log-rolling-with-jake/
LOCATION:Montauk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Blue-Spotted-Salamander.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T151805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T194135Z
UID:27405-1696523400-1696527000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Zenergy Outdoor Movement Class with Karen Meyers
DESCRIPTION:A delightful combination of Yoga-like stretches\, Qi Gong\, 5 element dance\, and a lot of joy! Life Lovers of all ability levels are encouraged to join. Breath\, stretch\, move\, listen and relate. Be in right relationship to self\, to others\, and to Nature. Feel alive\, relaxed and Zenergized! This class will be held outside embraced by the beauty of Nature\, on a wooden deck\, protected from the sun. \nPlease wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. \nThe one-hour class will be held on Thursdays at 4:30PM\, throughout the month of October. \nThis program is for adults. \nZenergy Leader: Karen Meyer \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSofo Members: $10 per class\, Non-Members: $20 per class. \nLimited reservations. Please contact Karen directly if you have any questions\, and to make reservations. She can be reached at 917.843.2555 or at moonheartmeyer@gmail.com.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/zenergy-outdoor-movement-class-with-karen-meyers-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/outdoor-meditation-e1690228758449.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231005
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20231002T133202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T133202Z
UID:27825-1696377600-1696463999@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/closed-for-maintenance-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T115949
CREATED:20230919T145621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T163051Z
UID:27401-1696165200-1696174200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:A Day in the Life of a SOFO Pond - Last of the Season Pop-Up Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:When we stand at the edge of a pond\, we tend to notice the larger animals like frogs\, turtles\, and birds. But why do those animals choose to live at or visit the pond? We would need to get in the water to see the multitude of smaller animals that keep a pond healthy\, but mud would be easily stirred up by a diver or ROV. Join Crystal after she has collected pond water in a variety of containers\, with plenty of time for mud to settle and creatures to start moving and help collect and identify the secret life in the pond with a variety of magnifiers and microscopes. This will be the last exploration of the year since the life in a pond is getting ready for winter. Some plants and animals will stay active through the winter while others will go dormant. Compare what you can find now to what was found in early spring and during the summer. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Educator \nThis free program is for all ages. \n  \nSign Up Here!
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-sofo-pond-last-of-the-season-pop-up-exhibit/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pond-program-scaled.jpg
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