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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
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UID:40087-1777190400-1777190400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Spring Migration─Birding at Promised Land with Joe Giunta
DESCRIPTION:Join Joe\, an expert birder\, international birding-tour leader\, and delightful teacher on this very popular walk to see birds such as woodpeckers\, nuthatches\, titmice\, chickadees\, and bluebirds. Limited enrollment. \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 ages 16+. \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%e2%94%80birding-at-promised-land-with-joe-giunta/
LOCATION:Amagansett
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260326T200422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T200422Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time – Fun With Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that not only can you find frogs in ponds but there are also tree frogs on Long Island too?  Join us for some stories to learn about our local frogs\, meet SOFO’s resident frogs and make a fun frog craft to take home. \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/story-time-fun-with-frogs/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260326T201605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T201605Z
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SUMMARY:Great East End Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO for the Great East End Cleanup! This program organized by Southampton Town and brings together organizations from all around Southampton to help take care of the places we love! Please be prepared to get muddy or sandy! And bring gloves if possible. \nCoordinator: Rebecca Rogers\, SOFO Environmental Educator \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/great-east-end-cleanup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260326T200644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T200731Z
UID:40090-1777210200-1777210200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Story Time – Fun With Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that not only can you find frogs in ponds but there are also tree frogs on Long Island too?  Join us for some stories to learn about our local frogs\, meet SOFO’s resident frogs and make a fun frog craft to take home. \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/story-time-fun-with-frogs-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260401T190531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T161638Z
UID:40114-1777667400-1777671000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full Flower 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. In most areas\, flowers are abundant everywhere during this time. Thus\, the name of this Moon. Other names include the Full Corn Planting Moon\, or the Milk Moon. Join us for this leisurely paced one-hour hike in Vineyard Field\, the field behind the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO). \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-flower-moon-hike/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260401T190328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T190328Z
UID:40113-1777719600-1777719600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Bugwatching Buddies Club: Start Seeing Monarchs Day
DESCRIPTION:When you think of migration\, you probably think of birds going south for winter. However\, one of the most famous migrating species is our very own Danaus plexippus\, the monarch butterfly! As our milkweed plants start to grow back with the warming spring\, the monarch butterflies return to lay their eggs on their favorite host plant\, pollinating our gardens along the way. Come join SOFO to learn about the world of one of our favorite butterflies! \nClub Leader: Moe Kennedy\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis FREE program is for children ages 5-16. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/bugwatching-buddies-club-start-seeing-monarchs-day/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/bugwatching-club.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260402T150700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T150700Z
UID:40115-1777737600-1777741200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:East End Environment Series: History of Oysters on Long Island
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lecture presented by John “Barley” Dunne\, director of the East Hampton Shellfish Hatchery\, describing the fascinating history of the oyster in New York. Early 1900’s New York\, specifically the east end of Long Island\, was a major epicenter for growing\, harvesting\, and marketing the eastern oyster. The industry was fueled by aquaculture practices even in its infancy. Here is a look at the fascinating history of oysters and the industry that sprang up on the two forks of Long Island. Many fine photos depict the extent of the oyster community at the turn of the century and how a new industry is arising in the present. Barley will provide some oysters for your enjoyment after the lecture\, as well as shucking lessons for those who are interested. \nThis FREE program is for adults and children ages 10+. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \nPresenter: John “Barley” Dunne\, Director of East Hampton Town Shellfish Hatchery
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/east-end-environment-series-history-of-oysters-on-long-island/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260402T150923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T150923Z
UID:40117-1778313600-1778313600@sofo.org
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
CREATED:20260402T152342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T152342Z
UID:40122-1778925600-1778925600@sofo.org
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/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Perkins-YBC.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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:20260404T130252
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Full-Moon.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/closed-for-school-group-10-1-1-e1742656859211.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/closed-for-school-group-10-1-1-e1742656859211.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T130252
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/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/closed-for-school-group-10-1-1-e1742656859211.png
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