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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
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CREATED:20241205T193109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T193109Z
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: New Year's Day
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URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-new-years-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241210T200756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T200901Z
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SUMMARY:Birding for Beginners Walk 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 and learn how to identify the birds that we might find\, including blue jay\, black-capped chickadee\, starling\, northern mockingbird and red-tailed hawk. Listen to the voices and observe the behavior of the birds to help identify them. No prior experience required. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nProgram Leaders: Cindy Lenkiewicz and Dave Polek\, SOFO Docents \nThis FREE program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 10+. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/birding-for-beginners-walk-in-vineyard-field-7/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241210T211836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T170439Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Window “Glass” Art with Upcycled Materials
DESCRIPTION:Make a winter-themed stained glass window ornament out of recycled materials and paint! \nProgram Leader: Rebecca Rogers\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 6+. \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/winter-window-glass-art-with-upcycled-materials/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250109
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241205T191613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T191613Z
UID:37570-1736294400-1736380799@sofo.org
SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: Maintenance Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-maintenance-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241210T212124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T212124Z
UID:37644-1736591400-1736591400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Own "Fossil" Shark Teeth
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify shark species by examining their teeth\, from sharks living today and from fossils. Discover how shark teeth can become fossils. Make your own shark tooth “fossil” out of clay. \nProgram Leader: Victoria Panuccio\, 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/make-your-own-fossil-shark-teeth/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/shark-teeth.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T111500
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241210T212407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T185808Z
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SUMMARY:Searching for Seals with SOFO
DESCRIPTION:Several species of seals come to visit Long Island during the colder winter months in search of food. The three most common species that visit Long Island at this time of year are harbor seals\, gray seals\, and harp seals. Join us for a guided walk during low tide and learn more about these mammalian winter visitors and how to safely view them. \nWalk Leader: Rebecca Rogers\, 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  \n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/searching-for-seals-with-sofo/
LOCATION:Westhampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/harbor-seals-1024x614-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241210T213326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T213326Z
UID:37653-1736946000-1736953200@sofo.org
SUMMARY:SOFO’s East End Outdoor Nature Education with Crystal at Calverton Ponds Preserve\, Manorville
DESCRIPTION:SOFO is offering a monthly program which will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1 pm for children ages 3 to 7 years and is geared toward homeschooling families. Programs will have a variety of activities to strengthen language development\, literacy\, math\, and science and will take place at various locations on Eastern Long Island. \nThere is a $10 per child admission/material fee\, participating adult included. \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! \nThis program is for 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-calverton-ponds-preserve-manorville/
LOCATION:Manorville
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T150620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T150620Z
UID:37666-1737158400-1737244799@sofo.org
SUMMARY:NYSOA Annual Winter Waterfowl Count
DESCRIPTION:DAWN TO DUSK \nAt one time a great variety of waterfowl wintered on Long Island; now\, due to habitat loss\, food scarcity\, and the introduction of nonnative species of water birds\, our wintering population of waterfowl is slowly diminishing. To assess this situation and record the number of overwintering waterfowl\, the New York State Ornithological Association (NYSOA) sponsors an annual waterfowl count throughout the State. \nCount Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis FREE program is for adults and teens. \nIf you are an experienced or intermediate birder\, we would be delighted to have you join us. To do so\, call Count Leader Frank Quevedo at 631.537.9735 for detailed information.
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/nysoa-annual-winter-waterfowl-count-2/
LOCATION:Montauk to Shinnecock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T150922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T150922Z
UID:37669-1737205200-1737208800@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Art Workshop with Tony Valderrama─Making Wildlife and Habitats with Model Magic
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate your favorite creatures while learning to sculpt with model magic! Explore the different habitats and wonders of this planet’s amazing animal species! $10 materials fee. \nProgram Leader: Tony Valderrama\, Local Native American Artist \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 5+. \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/nature-art-workshop-with-tony-valderrama%e2%94%80making-wildlife-and-habitats-with-model-magic/
LOCATION:SOFO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20250109T145755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T145755Z
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SUMMARY:MUSEUM CLOSED: School Group (10 am - 1 pm)
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URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/museum-closed-school-group-10-am-1-pm-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T151740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T151911Z
UID:37672-1737799200-1737799200@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 is a FREE program\, thanks to the generosity of a foundation that prefers to remain anonymous. The date may change for this program. Please contact SOFO at (631) 537-9735 or info@sofo.org for up-to-the-minute information. Advanced reservations are required for all events. \n  \n Sign Up Here!\n 
URL:https://sofo.org/calendar/young-environmentalists-society-yes-meeting-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T152734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T152820Z
UID:37676-1737799200-1737806400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Seal Cruise\, co-sponsored with CRESLI
DESCRIPTION:For the second 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-6/
LOCATION:Southampton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Seal.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T153109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T153109Z
UID:37680-1737801000-1737801000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Observe the Weather Day─Cloud Hunting
DESCRIPTION:Join SOFO in celebrating Observe the Weather Day by making a “Cloud Hunt” viewer using cardboard. Then\, we’ll take our “Cloud Hunt” viewers outside and go for a short walk through Vineyard Field to learn about the different types of clouds and what they look like. \nProgram Leader: Erin Hwong\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 5+. \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/celebrate-observe-the-weather-day%e2%94%80cloud-hunting/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cloud-hunting-vineyard-field.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T153754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T153754Z
UID:37683-1737828000-1737828000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl with Frank Quevedo
DESCRIPTION:Listen for the whinnying sound of the Eastern Screech Owl or maybe the seven-note hoot of the Great Horned Owl on this nighttime owl prowl that marks the beginning of our owls’ courtship season. Frank will present a slide show of our native owls and then lead a walk into the field to search for these nocturnal raptors. Bring binoculars and a flashlight. Limited enrollment. \nProgram Leader: Frank Quevedo\, SOFO Executive Director \nThis program is for adults and teens. \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/owl-prowl-with-frank-quevedo/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/great-horned-owl.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T154151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T154151Z
UID:37686-1737887400-1737887400@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Owl Storytime & Craft
DESCRIPTION:Winter is a wonderful time to listen for our local owls since they are setting up their breeding territories\, calling to their partners or warning other owls away\, and an early sunset lets younger family members listen “at night.” Join Crystal as she reads her 6 year old’s favorite owl story\, learn about our local owls\, and make a paper bag owl puppet to take home. \nProgram Leader: Crystal Possehl\, SOFO Outdoor Education Specialist \nThis program is for families. \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/owl-storytime-craft-2/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/owl-craft-scaled-1024x870-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T114806
CREATED:20241211T154313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T153206Z
UID:37689-1737900000-1737900000@sofo.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Nature Suncatcher
DESCRIPTION:Make a sun-catcher window decoration using natural materials. We will have pressed flowers\, leaves\, and recycled cardboard\, or bring your own! \nProgram Leader: Sydney Mantione\, SOFO Environmental Educator \nThis program is for adults\, teens\, and children ages 5+. \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/make-your-own-nature-suncatcher/
LOCATION:SOFO
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sofo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/nature-suncatcher.png
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