JANUARY 2009
Preregistration is necessary for most of our programs. Please call
or visit our website for additional information: www.cce.cornell.edu/suffolk.
EAT WELL SPEND LESS is a series of 6-8 nutrition, health and well-being sessions
30-60 minutes long. Classes, which are offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension
educators in Spanish and English, are run throughout the year all over Suffolk
County. No charge for food stamp, Head Start, WIC, and limited income families
and caregivers of young children. Contact Dr. Zahrine Bajwa, 631-727-7850,
ext. 347 or zb12@cornell.edu for more information or to schedule programs.
January 8 and 9
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Long Island Agricultural Forum
This forum is for commercial farmers/growers only.
Suffolk County Community College, Riverhead
$20 for both days, early registration before January 1/$30 after January 1
and at door
631-727-7850, ext. 341
January 20
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Long Island Greenhouse and Floriculture Conference
This conference covering current issues and updates for commercial greenhouse
and floriculture growers.
The Holiday Inn, Ronkonkoma, NY
$65 advance registration/$75 at the door
631-727-7850, ext. 341
January 22 OR May 4
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Parenting Workshop: Coping With Toilet Learning
Is your child physically and emotionally ready for toilet learning? Are you?
This workshop with a Cornell Cooperative Extension human development educator
will discuss signs of readiness and offer guidelines to successful toilet
learning.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
January 26
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Long Island Horticulture Conference
For landscapers and commercial nursery operators.
Holiday Inn, Ronkonkoma
Cost: Details to come
631-727-7850, ext 341
FEBRUARY 2009
Please call to be sure program is not full; preregistration is necessary
for most of our programs.
EAT WELL SPEND LESS is a series of 6-8 nutrition, health
and well-being sessions 30-60 minutes long. Classes, which are offered by
Cornell Cooperative Extension educators in Spanish and English, are run throughout
the year all over Suffolk County. No charge for food stamp, Head Start, WIC,
and limited income families and caregivers of young children. Contact Dr.
Zahrine Bajwa, 631-727-7850, ext. 347 or zb12@cornell.edu
for more information or to schedule programs.
February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2 and 9
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
2009 Long Island Horticulture Training School
This 40-hour, in-depth training program for green industry professionals is
designed to provide training in horticulture fundamentals and their applications
when implemented to maintain our ornamental landscape and natural environment.
Fee includes resource notebook and bulletins.
George C. Young Community Center, Jamesport
$250
631-727-7850, ext. 337 or 345
February 5
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Parenting Workshop: Winning Ways to Talk With Kids
"My kid won't listen" is a familiar refrain among parents. The ability
to communicate effectively with your children will help you at every stage
of their development. Learn with a Cornell Cooperative Extension human development
educator how to avoid communication breakdowns and be a better listener.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
February 10
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Parenting Workshop: Beyond the Stork--Fostering Healthy
Sexual Development in Your Young Child
You may think you don’t need to talk to your preschooler about sex,
but in fact by age three, children have already received many messages about
sexuality. As a parent you have a very powerful influence on your child’s
sexual development. Learn what behaviors are normal for children from birth
to five years of age and how to answer some of those awkward questions children
ask with a human development educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
February 11
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Parenting Workshop: Raising Responsible Children
We all want our children to grow into being responsible, contributing members
of our families and, ultimately, of society. How do we guide our children
to acquire the necessary skills and motivation? This workshop, with a human
development educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension, for parents of 5
to 12-year-olds will explore parenting practices that teach children responsibility
for themselves, for their schoolwork, for their home, and for their relationships.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
February 15
10:00 am - Noon
Fishy Facts for Pre-Schoolers
Explore the world of fish with a marine educator from Cornell Cooperative
Extension in this interactive program and make a fun, fishy craft with your
child to take home!
Sport Fishing Education Center
$22 per child (includes one adult)
631-587-2873
February 17, (Ages 6-8)
February 18, (Ages 9-12)
9:30 am - Noon OR 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Sensational Sharks
Explore the biology and ecology of these fascinating creatures with a marine
educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension, and learn about conservation
efforts to save these misunderstood predators. Touch shark jaws, eggs, teeth,
and other artifacts as you learn some fun facts about these top oceanic predators.
Make an awesome shark tooth necklace to take home.
Sport Fishing Education Center, Babylon
$25 per child
631-587-2873
MARCH 2009
Please call to be sure program is not full; preregistration is necessary
for most of our programs.
EAT WELL SPEND LESS is a series of 6-8 nutrition, health
and well-being sessions 30-60 minutes long. Classes, which are offered by
Cornell Cooperative Extension educators in Spanish and English, are run throughout
the year all over Suffolk County. No charge for food stamp, Head Start, WIC,
and limited income families and caregivers of young children. Contact Dr.
Zahrine Bajwa, 631-727-7850, ext. 347 or zb12@cornell.edu
for more information or to schedule programs.
Saturdays, March 14, 21 AND 28
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Parenting Workshop: In the Kitchen with Your Little Chef
Having trouble getting your child to eat a variety of foods—especially
vegetables and “healthy stuff”? Join a well-being educator from
Cornell Cooperative Extension to learn about the feeding relationship between
parents and their picky eaters, pick up cooking skills, and improve communication
between parent and child. Each session will include a cooking activity and
end with a family style meal. For children between three and eight, and a
parent/ caregiver.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$15 materials fee
631-727-7850
March 15
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Peconic Dunes Camp Open House
Since 2003 CCE-Suffolk has operated Peconic Dunes Summer Camp at Peconic Dunes
County Park. Visit Peconic Dunes camp on Long Island’s beautiful North
Fork to see the site, meet the educators, and discover the exciting summer
experiences planned for your children.
Peconic Dunes County Park
Free
631-727-7850, ext. 328
March 15
10:00 am - Noon
Cool Crustaceans (Ages 3-5)
Spend some time with your pre-schooler and our crawling crustaceans. Learn
all about these amazing crawling creatures of the sea with a marine educator
from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Make a craft to remind your child all
about crustaceans.
Sport Fishing Education Center, Babylon
$22 per child (includes one adult)
631-587-2873
March 16, 23 AND 30
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Parenting Workshop: Guiding Toddler Behavior
All parents have to deal with difficult behaviors. This series of workshops
offers practical ideas that can make life more pleasurable for toddlers and
the adults who care for them. Learn guidelines for disciplining young children
with a human development educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension, how
to turn "don't" into "do" and how to create a "yes"
environment.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$15 materials fee
631-727-7850
APRIL 2009
Preregistration is necessary for most of our programs. Please call or visit
our website for additional information: www.cce.cornell.edu/suffolk.
EAT WELL SPEND LESS is a series of 6-8 nutrition, health and well-being sessions
30-60 minutes long. Classes, which are offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension
educators in Spanish and English, are run throughout the year all over Suffolk
County. No charge for food stamp, Head Start, WIC, and limited income families
and caregivers of young children. Contact Dr. Zahrine Bajwa, 631-727-7850,
ext. 347 or zb12@cornell.edu for more information or to schedule programs.
April 7, (Ages 6-8)
12:30 - 1:30 pm
April 8, (Ages 9-12)
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Spring Beach Walk
Explore the beautiful sandy beaches of Long Island’s south shore with
a Cornell Cooperative Extension marine educator. We’ll look for marine
creatures that call the salt marsh and barrier beaches home, and learn some
fun facts about them. Dress for the weather; weather permitting.
Sport Fishing Education Center, Babylon
$18 per child
631-587-2873
April 16
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Parenting Workshop: The Family Table
Our busy schedules have driven many families away from the everyday family
table. But now more than ever we need the benefits of gathering together to
bond as a family. Learn how to make your family connection, nutrition, and
well being a priority once again. In this workshop, with a well-being educator
from Cornell Cooperative Extension, you'll learn about the benefits of family
mealtimes, tips for getting the family together and prepare a simple nutritious
meal for your family.
Kermit W. Graf Building, Riverhead
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
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NOVEMBER 2008
Please call to be sure program is not full; preregistration is necessary
for most of our programs.
EAT WELL SPEND LESS is a series of 6-8 nutrition, health
and well-being sessions 30-60 minutes long. Classes, which are offered by
Cornell Cooperative Extension educators in Spanish and English, are run throughout
the year all over Suffolk County. No charge for food stamp, Head Start, WIC,
and limited income families and caregivers of young children. Contact Dr.
Zahrine Bajwa, 631-727-7850, ext. 347 or zb12@cornell.edu
for more information or to schedule programs.
Weekdays in November
10:30 – 11:30 am OR 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Little Farmers and Learn and Play
Fun at the farm for preschoolers. Programs by Cornell Cooperative Extension
educators are parent/child interactive and age specific. Includes story, craft,
snack, animal visits and wagon rides. Ages 24-60 months.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$10 per child
631-852-4600
Weekdays in November
10:30 – 11:30 am OR 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Fall Country Kids
Fun at the farm for preschoolers. Programs Cornell Cooperative Extension educators
are parent/child interactive and age specific. Includes story, craft, snack,
animal visits and wagon rides. These classes are for siblings and may include
a younger non-participating sibling. Ages 1-5 years.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$10 per child/$4 for siblings 12-17 months
631-852-4600
November 2
10:30 - noon
November in Nature Series: Winter Birding Walk
Take a bird walk with your family guided by a Cornell Cooperative Extension
educator. Learn what birds live on Long Island all winter and how they survive
the cold. Our master birder will offer tips to identify local species in your
own backyard (bring your binoculars). Dress for weather. Warm cider will be
served. For all ages.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$8 ($28 for the 4-part series)
631-852-4600
November 3
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Parenting Workshop: Big Spenders, Pushovers, Helicopters
Many adults complain that today’s generation is “spoiled rotten.”
In today’s world of excess, it’s all too easy for parents to over-indulge
children. But overindulgence is more than giving kids too much. It’s
also having lax rules and being over-nurturing. Are you an over-indulgent
parent? Discover if you’re a big spender, pushover or helicopter parent
and ways to avoid these parenting pitfalls and raise a child of character.
Presented by a Cornell Cooperative Extension human development specialist.
To
register.
Media Room, H. Lee Dennison Building, Hauppauge
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
November 4
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Science & Play: Paper Cup Walk
Take a walk on the wild side with an educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension.
We’ll do super cool experiments testing just how strong paper cups are...or
is it more than that? Ages 5-8.
Suffolk County Farm, Yaphank
$10
631-852-4600
November 8
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Eighth Annual East End Diabetes Forum
Learn the ABCs of diabetes management with workshops on nutrition, foot
care, kidney education, and foot screenings. Sponsored by The American Diabetes
Association, The Diabetes Resource Coalition of Long Island and Cornell Cooperative
Extension of Suffolk County. Preregistration is required. For additional events
and programs visit www.longislanddiabetes.org.
The Inn at East Wind, Wading River
$15
631-727-7850, ext. 340
November 9
10:30 - noon
November in Nature Series: Build a Bird House and Become an Ornithologist
Build a birdhouse with a Cornell Cooperative Extension educator and sign up
for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology “Project Feeder Watch.” Receive
a research kit and learn how to collect data about bird populations. Your
data could be published in scientific journals and contribute to bird conservation
nationwide! (additional charge for Project Feeder Watch.) Dress for weather.
Warm cider will be served. For all ages.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$8 ($28 for the 4-part series)
631-852-4600
November 10
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Parenting Workshop: Fun and Learning—The Importance of Play
Child's play is more that just play—it is how children learn and it's
essential to their development. Come to this workshop to learn how play positively
affects children's emotional, physical, social and intellectual growth. This
workshop is most suitable for parents of children 5 and under. To
register.
Media Room, H. Lee Dennison Building, Hauppauge
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
November 11
10:00 – 11:30 am OR 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Getting Ready for Winter!
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension educators for a walk through woodlands
to the Great South Bay. We’ll scout out plants and animals that are
getting ready for winter and discuss survival strategies for the cold that
is on its way. Ages 7-10. Preregister; space is limited.
Gardiner County Park, West Bay Shore
Free
631-587-2873
November 11
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Fabulous Fall Days (Ages 6-8)
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension educators for creative fish printing and
learn about Long Island unique history with a walking tour of East Hampton
Historical Marine Museum. Participants will need to bring a plain white cotton
t-shirt.
East Hampton marine Museum, Amagansett
Free
631-767-5142
November 13, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
OR
November 14, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Suffolk Project in Aquaculture Training: Yearly Review, Final Exam
Suffolk County Marine Environmental Learning Center, Southold
631-852-8660
November 15
10:00 am – noon
Preschool Program: Fishy Facts
Join a Cornell Cooperative Extension marine educator exploring the world of
fish in this interactive program. Make a fun, fishy craft with your pre-schooler
in a unique way to spend time together. For ages 3-5.
Sport Fishing Education Center, Babylon
$22 per child (includes one adult)
631-587-2873
November 16
10:30 - noon
November in Nature Series: Green All Winter Long
What is an evergreen? A conifer? Are all pine trees the same? Learn about
the beautiful trees that give us foliage all year long with a Cornell Cooperative
Extension educator. Dress for weather. Warm cider will be served.For all ages.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$8 ($28 for the 4-part series)
631-852-4600
November 17
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Parenting Workshop: Raising Responsible Children
We all want our children to grow into being responsible, contributing members
of our families and, ultimately, of society. How do we guide our children
to acquire the necessary skills and motivation? This workshop, by a Cornell
Cooperative Extension human development specialist, is for parents of 5 to
12 year-olds will explore parenting practices that teach children responsibility
for themselves, for their schoolwork, for their home, and for their relationships.
To
register.
Media Room, H. Lee Dennison Building, Hauppauge
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
November 18
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Science & Play: Acid or Base?
Have you ever noticed how sour a lemon is? Watch how liquids change color
when we test pH. Bring your hypothesis and thinking caps to learn with an
educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Ages 5-8.
Suffolk County Farm, Yaphank
$10
631-852-4600
November 19
8:00 am – 4:15 pm
Managing Landscapes Organically
This program is sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Among topics
are: Organic Turf Care, Soil Quality, Edible and Native Perennials, Compost
For Your Garden. Registration Required. Lunch included.
Holiday Inn, Ronkonkoma
$65 ($55 before Nov. 12)
631-727-7850, ext. 341
November 19
7:00 pm
Annual Meeting and Recognition Program
Suffolk County Community College Culinary Arts and Hospitality Center, Riverhead
631-727-7850, ext. 343
November 23
10:30 - noon
November in Nature Series: Evergreen Holiday Wreath
Join a Cornell Cooperative Extension educator to gather coniferous plants
from around the farm and then make a beautiful holiday wreath. Bring a metal
coat hanger to use as a frame. Dress for weather. Warm cider will be served.
For all ages.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$8 ($28 for the 4-part series)
631-852-4600
November 24
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Parenting Workshop: The Family Table
Our busy schedules have driven many families away from the everyday family
table. But now more than ever we need the benefits of gathering together to
bond as a family. Learn how to make your family connection, nutrition, and
well being a priority once again. In this workshop, with a Cornell Cooperative
Extension educator, you'll learn about the benefits of family mealtimes, tips
for getting the family together, and suggestions for preparing simple nutritious
meals for your family. To
register.
Media Room, H. Lee Dennison Building, Hauppauge
$5 materials fee
631-727-7850
November 28
1:00 – 3:00 pm
Beach Glass Jewelry
Learn new ways to show off your beach glass treasures making necklaces, bracelets,
or earrings. Bring your own or use our supplies.
East Hampton Marine Museum, Amagansett
$15
631-767-5142
November 29
10:00 -11:30 am
Health Bodies/Healthy Bays
Enjoy an invigorating morning hike through nature trails with Cornell Cooperative
Extension educators, while observing local wildlife in their natural environment.
Help preserve this beautiful park by participating in a quick beach cleanup.
Plastic bags will be provided. Participants will meet in the parking lot across
from the first bath pavilion upon entering the park.
Indian Island County Park
$4
631-767-5142
DECEMBER 2008
Please call to be sure program is not full; preregistration is necessary
for most of our programs.
EAT WELL SPEND LESS is a series of 6-8 nutrition, health
and well-being sessions 30-60 minutes long. Classes, which are offered by
Cornell Cooperative Extension educators in Spanish and English, are run throughout
the year all over Suffolk County. No charge for food stamp, Head Start, WIC,
and limited income families and caregivers of young children. Contact Dr.
Zahrine Bajwa, 631-727-7850, ext. 347 or zb12@cornell.edu
for more information or to schedule programs.
Weekdays in December
10:30 – 11:30 am OR 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Little Farmers and Learn and Play
Fun at the farm for preschoolers. Programs by Cornell Cooperative Extension
educators are parent/child interactive and age specific. Includes story, craft,
snack, animal visits and wagon rides. Ages 24-60 months.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$10 per child
631-852-4600
Weekdays in December
10:30 – 11:30 am OR 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Fall Country Kids
Fun at the farm for preschoolers. Programs Cornell Cooperative Extension educators
are parent/child interactive and age specific. Includes story, craft, snack,
animal visits and wagon rides. These classes are for siblings and may include
a younger non-participating sibling. Ages 1-5 years.
Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, Yaphank
$10 per child/$4 for siblings 12-17 months
631-852-4600
December 2
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Science & Play: Plants in Action
Plants do some amazing things! Conduct simple experiments with an educator
from Cornell Cooperative Extension to enhance our understanding of plant parts
and functions, and then plant our very own planter to take home. Ages 5-8.
Suffolk County Farm, Yaphank
$10
631-852-4600
December 9
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Science & Play: Organizing Animals
“One of these things is not like the other”...can you figure out
whick animals are alike and which are not? Play animal memory with an educator
from Cornell Cooperative Extension and see if you can get them all! Ages 5-8.
Suffolk County Farm, Yaphank
$10
631-852-4600
December 28
10:00 - noon
Preschool Program: Arctic Animals
Explore the frozen world of creatures that call the Arctic and Antarctic
home with a marine educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension. How do they
do it! Make a craft with your preschooler in a unique way to spend time together.
For ages 3-5.
Sport Fishing Education Center, Babylon
$22 per child (includes one adult)
631-587-2873
December 29 (Ages 6-8)
December 30 (Ages 9-12)
9:30 am – noon OR 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Fishy Facts
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension marine educators to explore the world of
fish! Discover why fish come in all those crazy shapes and how they go about
their business depending on mouth and tail shape. We will even learn all about
the species we like to fish for in our area, play some games, and make a fun
fishy craft.
Sport Fishing Education Center, Babylon
$25 per child
631-587-2873
December 29 (Ages 6-8)
December 30 (Ages 9-12)
9:30 am – noon
Jr. Marine Biology Program
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension educators as we explore live locals animals!
Learn where they live and what their diets are. Touch and observe these exciting
animals. Make a marine craft to take home.
East Hampton Marine Museum, Amagansett
$25
631-767-5142
