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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T103000
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SUMMARY:Seining for Freshwater Fishes and Turtles Too!
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO’s Reptile & Amphibian Specialist Jake for an opportunity to meet the freshwater fish and turtles that call our local freshwater ponds home. Participants will assist in checking turtle traps for local turtles\, including the common snapping turtle and Eastern painted turtle. After our turtle search\, SOFO staff\, as well as program participants\, will conduct seines hoping to capture local fish such as perch\, bass\, and sunfish. \nProgram Leader: Jake Kushner\, SOFO Reptile & Amphibian Specialist \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/seining-for-freshwater-fishes-and-turtles-too/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/seining-for-freshwater-pond.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240709T143827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T180514Z
UID:34813-1724504400-1724511600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Calverton Ponds Preserve
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. Be sure to dress appropriately for the outdoors and take tick precautions. \nProgram Leader: 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. Please note: registration for this program closes at 4 pm on Friday\, 8/23. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-at-calverton-ponds-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Manorville
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240709T150012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T184915Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time: Meet Our Local Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some stories and meet some of our local turtles including the Eastern Box Turtle\, Spotted Turtle\, and Eastern Mud Turtle. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Specialist \nThis program is for children ages 3-7. \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/story-time-meet-our-local-turtles/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/story-time-garden-neighbors.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240816T150220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T150220Z
UID:35692-1724610600-1724610600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:YES! Presents─A Book Talk with Carl Safina and "Alfie & Me: What Owls Know and Humans Believe"
DESCRIPTION:SOFO’s “Young Environmentalists Society” (YES!) is a group of kids between the ages of 10-16 who have interests in environmental issues. “YES!” has collaborated in book discussions for over four years and we are honored to collaborate with Dr. Carl Safina this summer. The members will be presenting questions about Alfie & Me: What Owls Know and Humans Believe to Carl who will respond in a public discussion. \nProgram Leader: YES! Members with Carl Safina \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%e2%94%80a-book-talk-with-carl-safina-and-alfie-me-what-owls-know-and-humans-believe/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240823T144606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T144606Z
UID:35809-1724630400-1724716799@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (10 am - 4 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-10-am-4-pm-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240709T150136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T150136Z
UID:34821-1724948100-1724952600@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-10/
LOCATION:SOFO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240828T190104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T190104Z
UID:35884-1725012000-1725022800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event (10 am - 1 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-10-am-1-pm-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240709T151539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T151718Z
UID:34826-1725098400-1725098400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Snapping Turtles–Andy Sabin’s Annual Prehistoric Monster Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Of ancient lineage\, the Snapping Turtle—which can grow to a length of three feet from head to tail and weigh as much as 70 pounds—will be the main subject of this annual adventure with Andy. You’ll also get to know the Eastern Painted Turtle and perhaps meet up with the aptly named Stinkpot Turtle. Children love this annual walk. \nHunt Leader: Andy Sabin\, President\, South Fork Natural History Museum (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/snapping-turtles-andy-sabins-annual-prehistoric-monster-hunt/
LOCATION:Bridgehampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/snapping-turtles.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240709T151830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T152111Z
UID:34829-1725100200-1725100200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SOFO’s Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) is led by Mare Dianora\, an interdisciplinary artist whose practice involves building community and creating connections to home and place. YES! is open to young environmentalists\, aged 10-16 (and Junior members ages 5-9)\, who want to help prevent climate change as they discuss various challenges and ideas that can impact our precious environment. The program includes guest speakers and field trips and explores topics such as climate change\, aquaculture\, environmental career goals\, water conservation\, local ecology\, and more. \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 FREE program is for ages 10-16. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-7/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/YES-Logo-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T142321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T174233Z
UID:34876-1725195600-1725204600@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-6/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/pond-life-pop-up-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240904
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T181246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T181246Z
UID:34929-1725321600-1725407999@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T163858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T163858Z
UID:34883-1725552900-1725557400@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-11/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Easy-Does-It-Yoga-resized-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T170612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T170612Z
UID:34895-1725721200-1725724800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:International Shorebird Day Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate International Shorebird Day by taking a walk along Mecox Inlet to explore the diversity of shorebirds that use Long Island’s coast during their annual southern migration from arctic breeding grounds. You’ll get a chance to observe their natural behavior and learn how to identify a variety of shorebirds\, such as the black-bellied plover\, semipalmated sandpiper\, willet\, sanderling\, and many more. No experience necessary. Limited spotting scopes will be available\, so bring binoculars if you have them. \nWalk Leader: Dean Hernandez\, Field Naturalist \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/international-shorebird-day-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/shorebird-day-walk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T173125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T173252Z
UID:34900-1725733800-1725733800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:A Book Talk and Signing with Betsy McCully and At the Glacier’s Edge
DESCRIPTION:Combining science writing\, environmental history\, and first-hand accounts from a longtime resident\, At the Glacier’s Edge offers a unique narrative natural history of Long Island. Betsy McCully tells the story of how the island was formed at the end of the last ice age\, how its habitats evolved\, and how humans in the last few hundred years have radically altered and degraded its landscape. Yet as she personally recounts the habitat losses and species declines she has witnessed over the past few decades\, she describes the vital efforts that environmental activists are making to restore and reclaim this land—from replanting salt marshes\, to preserving remaining grasslands and forests\, to cleaning up the waters. At the Glacier’s Edge provides an in depth look at the flora\, fauna and geology that make Long Island so special. Meet author Betsy McCully for a book talk and signing at SOFO. \nProgram Leader: Betsy McCully\, Author \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/a-book-talk-and-signing-with-betsy-mccully-and-at-the-glaciers-edge/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/book-signing-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240903T133638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T133638Z
UID:35961-1725753600-1725839999@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-6/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/closed-for-outreach-event-10-to-4.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240910
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240903T135437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T135437Z
UID:35966-1725840000-1725926399@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-4/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/closed-for-school-group-10-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T175219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T175219Z
UID:34904-1726157700-1726162200@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-13/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Easy-Does-It-Yoga-resized-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240903T133728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T133728Z
UID:35963-1726358400-1726444799@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-outreach-event-7/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/closed-for-outreach-event-10-to-4.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T175424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T175424Z
UID:34906-1726601400-1726605000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Full Harvest Super Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:This full moon’s name is attributed to Native Americans because it marked when corn was to be harvested. At the peak of harvest\, farmers can work late into the night by the light of this moon. \nThis FREE program is for all ages. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \nWalk Leader: Jean Mc Dermott\, 631-599-2391. \n  \nMeet at the SOFO Museum parking lot\, 377 Bridgehampton Turnpike\, 200 yards north of the RR tracks. To register\, email: greenbeltnews@aol.com.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/full-harvest-super-moon-hike/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Full-Moon.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240905T195308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T195308Z
UID:35994-1726653600-1726660800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 12 pm)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-12-pm-5/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T175545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T175545Z
UID:34908-1726664400-1726671600@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Old Ponquogue Bridge\, Hampton Bays
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. \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-old-ponquogue-bridge-hampton-bays/
LOCATION:Hampton Bays
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/east-end-outdoor-pond-program.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T175643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T175643Z
UID:34910-1726762500-1726767000@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-14/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Easy-Does-It-Yoga-resized-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T175819Z
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SUMMARY:Young Birders Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Birding is a great way to make new friends\, learn about the environment\, and get outdoors. Join our Young Birders Club! The Club meets at 10AM on the third Saturday of every month and is open to anyone ages 8 to 18 who is interested in learning about birds. Since Long Island has many great habitats that are home to a wide variety of species\, we concentrate on birding in local areas. \nPlease bring binoculars if you have them (we will have a few pairs to lend) and a field guide to birds of the eastern United States. If you don’t have a field guide\, we’ll have one here for you to use. \nClub Leader\, Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis FREE program is for ages 8-18. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-birders-club-meeting-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T180035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T153710Z
UID:34914-1726923600-1726930800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Old Ponquogue Bridge\, Hampton Bays
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. \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. Please note: registration for this program closes at 4 pm on Friday\, 9/20. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/sofos-east-end-outdoor-nature-education-with-crystal-at-old-ponquogue-bridge-hampton-bays-2/
LOCATION:Hampton Bays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T180405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T180405Z
UID:34919-1727519400-1727519400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SOFO’s Young Environmentalists Society (YES!) is led by Mare Dianora\, an interdisciplinary artist whose practice involves building community and creating connections to home and place. YES! is open to young environmentalists\, aged 10-16 (and Junior members ages 5-9)\, who want to help prevent climate change as they discuss various challenges and ideas that can impact our precious environment. The program includes guest speakers and field trips and explores topics such as climate change\, aquaculture\, environmental career goals\, water conservation\, local ecology\, and more. \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 FREE program is for ages 10-16. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-8/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T180522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T180522Z
UID:34921-1727519400-1727519400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seining for Tropicals
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: Jake Kushner\, SOFO Reptile & Amphibian Specialist \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/seining-for-tropicals/
LOCATION:Southampton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T180719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T180719Z
UID:34923-1727539200-1727546400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Kayak Tour of East Shinnecock Bay
DESCRIPTION:Paddling in a kayak is often the perfect way to observe the wildlife that inhabits our coastal bays and estuaries. Osprey\, herons\, sea robins\, blue-claw crabs\, even Monarch butterflies can be found in the shallow waters and along the bay shores in late September. So\, bring your own kayak or paddleboard and join Melanie for this 2-hour sunset tour of Eastern Shinnecock Bay’s sand flats and salt marshes. \nProgram Leader: Melanie Meade\, SOFO Education Director \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. \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/kayak-tour-of-east-shinnecock-bay/
LOCATION:Southampton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240711T180835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T180835Z
UID:34925-1727605800-1727605800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Story Time: Oak Tree Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we read some stories about the important role of trees to our wild neighbors and explore the oaks and maples on the SOFO grounds. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl-Oakes\, SOFO Environmental Outdoor Specialist \nThis program is for children ages 3-7. \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/story-time-oak-tree-tales/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241003
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240910T204423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T204423Z
UID:36070-1727827200-1727913599@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T205958
CREATED:20240913T174817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T135005Z
UID:36118-1728122400-1728122400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Andy Sabin’s Annual Salamander Log Rolling
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. \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/andy-sabins-annual-salamander-log-rolling/
LOCATION:Montauk
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