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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240416T191754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T191754Z
UID:32542-1718118000-1718121600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (3 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-3-pm-4-pm/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240416T194327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T194352Z
UID:32545-1718193600-1718208000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (12 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-12-pm-4-pm/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240416T200205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T204428Z
UID:32552-1718236800-1718323199@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-4-pm/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240528T152204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T154348Z
UID:33553-1718295300-1718299800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Easy Does It Yoga with Karen Meyer
DESCRIPTION:Easy does it! \nLet’s explore finding and maintaining balance\, \nListening to inner wisdom\, \nFollowing Divine Guidance through breath\, \nMindfully moving from inspiration to action\, \nConnecting with self\, with others and with Nature. \nYoga \nPlease join Karen for an hour of Yoga at \nSOFO on Thursday afternoons\, starting June 13th @ 4:15 PM \nWe will practice outside\, in the beauty of Nature \n(In the back of the building\, on a wooden patio\, protected from the sun) \nPlease bring your own props \n(yoga mat\, 2 blocks\, a strap\, a towel\, and water) \nWear comfortable clothing \nEveryone welcome\, regardless of experience \nRSVP is mandatory \nas class size is limited \nwith respect to individualized needs \n  \nYoga Instructor: Karen Meyer \nThis program is for adults. \nFor non-members\, there is a $25 fee for this program. For SOFO members\, there is a $20 fee for this program. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \nLimited enrollment. Register with Karen at 917-843-2555 or MoonheartMeyer@gmail.com. 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/easy-does-it-yoga-with-karen-meyer-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/easy-does-it-yoga-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T080000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T180834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T195207Z
UID:32276-1718352000-1718352000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Birding with Joe Giunta─Breeding Warblers of Long Island
DESCRIPTION:Thirteen species of warblers have been recorded as breeders on Long Island; nine are confirmed breeders in one area in Montauk. Joe\, an experienced birder and delightful teacher\, will lead you on a search to find these active small songbirds and\, with luck\, you will hear them singing and possibly see them carrying food to their nests. \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 non-members\, 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  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-with-joe-giunta%e2%94%80breeding-warblers-of-long-island/
LOCATION:Montauk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/blue-winged-warbler.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240616
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240515T194607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T194607Z
UID:33268-1718409600-1718495999@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Private Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-private-event-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T191702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T193302Z
UID:32288-1718456400-1718469000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s Spring Jazz Celebration featuring the Jazzy Sounds of Carl Safina & The Natural Causes band
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the mood and move to the groove with Carl Safina and The Natural Causes. Hors d’oeuvres & refreshments will be served. Reservations required\, call 631-537-9735 to reserve. Rain date: Sunday\, June 16\, 2024. \n  \n Reserve Your Spot Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-spring-jazz-celebration-featuring-the-jazzy-sounds-of-carl-safina-the-natural-causes-band/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sofo-2024-Jazz-Flyer-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240504T180421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T180421Z
UID:33028-1718533800-1718537400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:YES! Presents: Posture and Strength\, Wellness Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about how you can improve your posture and overall strength with Dina Khairy. Awaken your body and prepare for a new season with this class! Please bring a yoga mat\, water\, and wear comfortable shoes. Limited enrollment. \nProgram Leader: Dina Khairy\, Yoga Studio Owner \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/yes-presents-posture-and-strength-wellness-sundays/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/posture-and-strength.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240416T200610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T200610Z
UID:32554-1718618400-1718629200@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-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T193108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T152717Z
UID:32293-1718802000-1718809200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Poxabogue Preserve\, Bridgehampton
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and following Saturday 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 Eastern Long Island. \nWe will continue our adventures on Wednesday June 19\, 2024\, exploring Poxabogue Pond Preserve meeting the different plants of Pitch Pine\, Oak-Hickory\, and Red Maple Swamp forests and looking for Eastern Bluebirds in a hilltop field. We will also enjoy some stories\, simple nature journals\, and worksheets to take home. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Specialist. Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, the program leader\, 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! \nThis program is for families with children ages 3-7. \nThere is a $10 per child admission/material fee\, which includes a participating adult. 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/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-at-poxabogue-preserve-bridgehampton/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/poxabogue-pitch-pine.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240528T152305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T154330Z
UID:33555-1718900100-1718904600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Easy Does It Yoga with Karen Meyer
DESCRIPTION:Easy does it! \nLet’s explore finding and maintaining balance\, \nListening to inner wisdom\, \nFollowing Divine Guidance through breath\, \nMindfully moving from inspiration to action\, \nConnecting with self\, with others and with Nature. \n\nYoga \nPlease join Karen for an hour of Yoga at \nSOFO on Thursday afternoons\, starting June 13th @ 4:15 PM \nWe will practice outside\, in the beauty of Nature \n(In the back of the building\, on a wooden patio\, protected from the sun) \n\nPlease bring your own props \n(yoga mat\, 2 blocks\, a strap\, a towel\, and water) \nWear comfortable clothing \nEveryone welcome\, regardless of experience \nRSVP is mandatory \nas class size is limited \nwith respect to individualized needs \n  \nYoga Instructor: Karen Meyer \nThis program is for adults. \nFor non-members\, there is a $25 fee for this program. For SOFO members\, there is a $20 fee for this program. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n\nLimited enrollment. Register with Karen at 917-843-2555 or MoonheartMeyer@gmail.com. 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/easy-does-it-yoga-with-karen-meyer-3/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/easy-does-it-yoga-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240618T135841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T135841Z
UID:34103-1718964000-1718974800@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-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T193627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T194832Z
UID:32296-1719003600-1719003600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full "Strawberry Moon" Hike with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:Join FLPG and SOFO on a leisurely-paced hike through open-field trails. This name was universal to every Algonquin tribe. It was christened for the strawberry because the relatively short season for harvesting strawberries comes each year during the month of June. Meet at the SOFO Museum parking lot\, 377 Bridgehampton Turnpike\, 200 yards north of the RR tracks. Hikes are limited to 25 participants. To register by email\, contact greenbeltnews@aol.com. \nWalk Leader: Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt\, 631-599-2391. \nCo-sponsored by SOFO and Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt. \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/full-strawberry-moon-hike-with-friends-of-the-long-pond-greenbelt/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Full-Moon.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T195647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T135544Z
UID:32300-1719050400-1719050400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly Field Day at Mashomack Preserve\, Shelter Island
DESCRIPTION:Dragonflies are beautiful\, beneficial and truly fascinating. Dragonfly expert Kevin Munroe will lead this exploration at Mashomack Preserve’s Bass Creek and Sanctuary Pond. Come search for dragonflies and use hand nets to capture and get rare\, closeup looks at these colorful and amazing insects. You’ll even get a chance to briefly hold them before they’re released. Reservations required as space is limited. \nCo-sponsored by The Nature Conservancy and SOFO. \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/dragonfly-field-day-at-mashomack-preserve-shelter-island/
LOCATION:Shelter Island
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/twelve-spotted-skimmer-credit-kevin-munroe-TNC-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T153006Z
UID:32306-1719061200-1719068400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Poxabogue Preserve\, Bridgehampton
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and following Saturday 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 Eastern Long Island. \nWe will continue our adventures on Saturday June 22\, 2024\, exploring Poxabogue Pond Preserve meeting the different plants of Pitch Pine\, Oak-Hickory\, and Red Maple Swamp forests and looking for Eastern Bluebirds in a hilltop field. We will also enjoy some stories\, simple nature journals\, and worksheets to take home. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Specialist. Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, the program leader\, 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! \nThis program is for families with children ages 3-7. \nThere is a $10 per child admission/material fee\, which includes a participating adult. 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/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-at-poxabogue-preserve-bridgehampton-2/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/poxabogue-pitch-pine.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T201013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T201013Z
UID:32308-1719138600-1719138600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Join in Observing World Ocean Day with an Experiment on Ocean Acidification
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO for an experiment to learn about the effects of ocean acidification on the health of our local shell forming marine life. \nProgram Leader: Ian Robinson\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. \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/join-in-observing-world-ocean-day-with-an-experiment-on-ocean-acidification/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ocean-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240611T185837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T191947Z
UID:33943-1719138600-1719138600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate National Flamingo Day: Flamingo Storytime & Craft
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO Docent Cindy Lenkiewicz for a special storytime and simple flamingo craft. Learn more about these beautiful creatures─there was even a rare sighting of an American Flamingo recently in East Hampton! \nProgram Leader: Cindy Lenkiewicz\, SOFO Docent \nThis program is for families with children ages 3-7. \nThis FREE program is best for families with children ages 3-7. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/celebrate-national-flamingo-day-flamingo-storytime-craft/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/flamingo.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240504T180719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T180719Z
UID:33031-1719138600-1719142200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:YES! Presents: Mindful Movement\, Wellness Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the joy of mindful movement with Karen Meyer. Focus will be on the balance of conscious breathing\, peace and calm from meditation and sound healing. Please bring a yoga mat\, water\, and wear comfortable shoes. Limited enrollment. \nProgram Leader: Karen Meyer\, Yoga Teacher \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/yes-presents-mindful-movement-wellness-sundays/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/mindful-movement.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240622T203726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240622T203726Z
UID:34301-1719151200-1719158400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Private Event (2 pm - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-private-event-2-pm-4-pm/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/closed-for-private-event-2-to-4.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240528T152358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T154416Z
UID:33557-1719504900-1719509400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Easy Does It Yoga with Karen Meyer
DESCRIPTION:Easy does it! \nLet’s explore finding and maintaining balance\, \nListening to inner wisdom\, \nFollowing Divine Guidance through breath\, \nMindfully moving from inspiration to action\, \nConnecting with self\, with others and with Nature. \n\nYoga \nPlease join Karen for an hour of Yoga at \nSOFO on Thursday afternoons\, starting June 13th @ 4:15 PM \nWe will practice outside\, in the beauty of Nature \n(In the back of the building\, on a wooden patio\, protected from the sun) \n\nPlease bring your own props \n(yoga mat\, 2 blocks\, a strap\, a towel\, and water) \nWear comfortable clothing \nEveryone welcome\, regardless of experience \nRSVP is mandatory \nas class size is limited \nwith respect to individualized needs \n  \nYoga Instructor: Karen Meyer \nThis program is for adults. \nFor non-members\, there is a $25 fee for this program. For SOFO members\, there is a $20 fee for this program. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n\nLimited enrollment. Register with Karen at 917-843-2555 or MoonheartMeyer@gmail.com. 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/easy-does-it-yoga-with-karen-meyer-4/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/easy-does-it-yoga-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T202736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T182850Z
UID:32311-1719516600-1719516600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:In Person @ SOFO and on Zoom: What’s Up in the Sky?
DESCRIPTION:The longest days of summer also bring the shortest nights\, but there is still no shortage of exciting celestial sights this season. This summer the Moon will cover up one of the brightest stars in the sky (Spica)\, the annual Perseid meteor shower will be splendid\, and the planets Mars and Jupiter will meet up for exceptionally close rendezvous in the sky. Come to this lecture if you want to learn how to view all these events\, as well as summer mainstays like the glorious constellations of Cygnus and Sagittarius. The lecture will be offered both in-person and over Zoom. Weather permitting\, the in-person event will be followed by stargazing outside. \nCo-sponsored by SOFO and Hamptons Observatory. \nProgram Presenter: NASA Solar System Ambassador & Hamptons Observatory’s Senior Educator\, William Francis Taylor. \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. \n  \n Sign up for the IN PERSON Presentation here!\n  \n Sign up for the VIRTUAL Presentation here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/in-person-sofo-and-on-zoom-whats-up-in-the-sky/
LOCATION:Zoom / SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/stars-telescope.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T203132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T203132Z
UID:32314-1719657000-1719657000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Martins−Purple Martin Life Cycle\, Eggs & Hatching Chicks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exceptional opportunity to see just-hatched Purple Martin nestlings. In this program with John Shemilt—who is the SOFO Purple Martin Steward and has been fascinated by purple martins since the age of 3—you’ll go out into the field behind SOFO to see the colony of man-made gourds that house SOFO’s newest population of purple martins. You’ll help John lower the gourds and you’ll be able to see the newly laid eggs and the just-hatched nestlings. After this rare experience\, you can help John collect the data on this newest brood of SOFO purple martins. \nProgram and Workshop Presenter: SOFO Purple Martin Steward \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/meet-the-martins%e2%88%92purple-martin-life-cycle-eggs-hatching-chicks/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/purple-martin-gourds.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
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SUMMARY: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 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. \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 program is for ages 10-16. \nThis is a free program\, thanks to the generosity of a foundation that prefers to remain anonymous. Please contact SOFO at (631) 537-9735 or info@sofo.org for up-to-the-minute information. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-5/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/YES-Logo.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240405T203639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T203639Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime & Meet the Animals: Hermit Crabs
DESCRIPTION:Long Island’s bays and ocean are home to some amazing animals\, few more fun to find than hermit crabs. Join us for a drop-in story about a hermit crab’s wanderings and meet some of the animals from the story in our marine touch tank. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Specialist \nThis program is for families with children ages 3-7. \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/storytime-meet-the-animals-hermit-crabs/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/long-clawed-hermit-crab.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240703
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240701T133618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T133618Z
UID:34578-1719878400-1719964799@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-12/
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:20240706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240702T142116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T144841Z
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SUMMARY:YES! Presents: Watch Our Garden Grow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for farming and fun in our YES! garden at the museum. Come see the progress from our first session and participate in some fun new projects! \nClub Leader: Mare Dianora\, Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) Director \nThis FREE program is for children ages 9 and under. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/yes-presents-watch-our-garden-grow-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/junior-yes-garden.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240625T172646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T191759Z
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SUMMARY:Salamander Tracking Using Radio Telemetry
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Reptile & Amphibian Specialist Jake for an update on our Eastern Tiger Salamander Tracking Study. This program will include an update on the data collected during our first field season\, as well as a radio telemetry demonstration. After a short lecture\, participants will have the opportunity to get hands-on with our radio telemetry equipment\, learning how this technique is used in the field. \nProgram Leader: Jake Kushner\, SOFO Reptile & Amphibian Specialist \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 8+. \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-tracking-using-radio-telemetry/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/salamander-tracking.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240702T150311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T135720Z
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SUMMARY:YES! Presents: Flexibility and Balance\, Wellness Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Join Dina Khairy for a class in flexibility\, balance\, strength and overall wellness! Please bring a yoga mat\, water\, and wear comfortable shoes. Limited enrollment. \n\n\nProgram Leader: Dina Khairy\, Yoga Studio Owner \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/yes-presents-flexibility-and-balance-wellness-sundays/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/flexibility-and-balance.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240625T174115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T154028Z
UID:34382-1720350000-1720350000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Feeding Time at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a behind-the-scenes tour at SOFO. Becca will give you a chance to see how we prepare the food for our animals to eat; then you’ll get up close and personal with the animals as they are fed. We’ll investigate food webs and the differences between carnivores\, omnivores\, and herbivores. \nProgram Leader: Rebecca Rogers\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for children ages 3-5. \nFor non-members\, there is a $10 fee for children for this program. This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/feeding-time-at-the-museum-4/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/feeding-time-2.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T191512
CREATED:20240625T173132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T155512Z
UID:34379-1720357200-1720366200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Pop-up Pond Life Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The ponds in Vineyard field are an important habitat for turtles\, frogs\, birds\, and especially the Eastern Tiger Salamander. But none of these animals would be able to survive without the tiny life found in the water and in the mud. We will have tanks\, trays\, magnifiers\, and microscopes set out on tables on our bottom deck to help us discover the secret life in our ponds. Join us on the first Sunday of the month\, April through October. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oaks\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Education Specialist \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/pop-up-pond-life-exhibit-4/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/pond-life-pop-up.png
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