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SUMMARY:Long Island Sound Celebration Day: New York City\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Explore NYC’s Long Island Sound by boat\, with local experts sharing its wildlife\, history\, restoration\, and waterfront stories \nHosted by the LIS Partnership\, NY Sea Grant\, and Randall’s Island Park Alliance in celebration of Long Island Sound. \nThis is a free event\, but space is limited and registration is required. Reserve your spot here.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/long-island-sound-celebration-day-new-york-city-ny/
LOCATION:Ferry Dock\, Harlem River Parkway\, New York\, NY
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lillit Genovesi":MAILTO:LG543@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260729T140432Z
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SUMMARY:Long Island Sound Celebration Day: Long Island\, New York
DESCRIPTION:Explore Long Island Sound through in-the-field science and crafts for the whole family\, hosted by the LIS Partnership\, New York Sea Grant\, and other partners from across the region. \nThis free event is being held in front of the Waterfront Center in Oyster Bay\, NY. \nActivities include boat trips\, kayaking tours\, fishing\, arts and crafts\, fun science activities and more. \nRegistration is requested. Register here.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/long-island-sound-celebration-day-long-island-new-york/
LOCATION:The Waterfront Center\, 1 West End Ave.\, Oyster Bay\, NY\, 11771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimena Perez-Viscasillas%2C NY Sea Grant":MAILTO:jbp255@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T140321Z
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SUMMARY:Long Island Sound Celebration Day: Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy free activities for the whole family\, including guided hikes\, arts and crafts\, hands-on science\, giveaways\, casting practice\, and more! \nJoin the LIS Partnership\, CT Sea Grant\, and partners from across the region for a Long Island Sound celebration at Sherwood Island State Park\, East Beach\, Westport\, CT. \nThis is event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. \nContact Maggie Cozens at margaret.cozens@uconn.edu with any questions.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/long-island-sound-celebration-day-connecticut/
LOCATION:Sherwood Island State Park\, 382 Sherwood Island Connector\, Westport\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Cozens%2C CT Sea Grant":MAILTO:margaret.cozens@uconn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260714T141213Z
CREATED:20260714T141213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T141213Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Day at Rocky Neck State Park
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut National Estuarine Research Reserve\, CT NERR\, is hosting a FREE day of nature-based family fun at the East Beach Picnic Shelter (follow the “Event” signs)!\n\nCome learn about habitats and the critters of Rocky Neck State Park through expert-led walks and activities for children. We’ll also provide an opportunity for you to tell us what you love about the Park and ideas you have for improvements or changes.\n\nFamily-friendly bird walk – 9AM and 10AMFamily-friendly wetland walk – 10AM and 11AMFamily friendly activities – ongoing\, 9AM – 12PMShare your thoughts on park enhancement ideas – ongoing\, 9AM – 12PM\n\nRegistration is strongly required as space is limited for some activities. Register here.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/nature-day-at-rocky-neck-state-park/
LOCATION:Rocky Neck State Park\, 244 W. Main St\, Niantic\, CT\, 06357
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260714T140150Z
CREATED:20260714T140040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T140150Z
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SUMMARY:Diamondback Terrapin Day
DESCRIPTION:Join CT Audubon and Meigs Point Nature Center for Diamondback Terrapin Day at Hammonasset Beach State Park. Learn about CT’s only salt marsh turtle\, the diamondback terrapin\, and explore its salt marsh habitat\, listen to presentations\, and enjoy family fun activities throughout the day. \nThis event is part of the Salt Marsh Days series hosted by Audubon Connecticut and Hammonasset’s Meigs Point Nature Center. Celebrate the park’s unique ecosystem and its many inhabitants. Each day features presentations on native species\, visits to the marsh to explore this incredibly valuable habitat\, and educational activities for all ages! Learn more.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/diamondback-terrapin-day/
LOCATION:Meigs Point Nature Center at Hammonasset Beach State Park\, 1288 Boston Post Rd\, Madison\, CT\, 06443
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
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CREATED:20260707T151743Z
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SUMMARY:Learn How to Fish Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the LIS Partnership\, NY Sea Grant\, Dare to Dream\, and NYS DEC for a “Learn to Fish” community event on Saturday\, July 18 at Stony Brook Harbor. \nThis event is open to participants 12 and older on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please register in advance by calling 631-538-0056.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/learn-how-to-fish-community-event/
LOCATION:Stony Brook Harbor\, 55 Shore Rd\, Stony Brook\, NY\, 11790
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimena Perez-Viscasillas%2C NY Sea Grant":MAILTO:jbp255@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T172035Z
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SUMMARY:Community Nature Walk: Exploring Health and Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Join Suffolk County\, the Long Island Sound Partnership\, NY Sea Grant\, and other partners for a community nature walk at Makamah Nature Preserve in Fort Salonga. \nStart the morning with a health talk about tick safety and then explore the Nature Preserve while learning about local wildlife and conservation efforts. \nTo register\, call or email SCDHS Office of Minority Health at 631-854-0378 / OMH@suffolkcountyny.gov.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/community-nature-walk-exploring-health-and-conservation/
LOCATION:Makamah Nature Preserve\, Fort Salonga Rd\, Fort Salonga\, NY
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T161210Z
CREATED:20260527T161210Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Rocky Neck State Park
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Rocky Neck State Park with a morning full of trail fun! We’ll have expert-led walks about the plants\, geology\, and habitats found at the Park. We’ll also have family fun activities including scavenger hunts\, geocaching\, and crafts. Whether it’s your first time at Rocky Neck State Park or you visit often\, you’ll learn something new! \nThis event is free and there is no cost for CT registered vehicles to park. \nA series of guided hikes will explore the plants\, geology\, and trail system of Rocky Neck State Park. Space for the guided hikes is limited\, and registration is strongly encouraged to save your spot. Learn more. \nIn the event of rain\, this event will be held on June 7 at the same time.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/celebrate-rocky-neck-state-park/
LOCATION:Rocky Neck State Park\, 244 W. Main St\, Niantic\, CT\, 06357
CATEGORIES:Community Events,LIS Trails Day Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Community Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day and learn more about the Long Island Sound Partnership at the Bronx Community Resource Fair at Walter Gladwin Park on Sunday\, April 26\, 1 – 3pm. \nConnect with local organizations and enjoy family friendly activities.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/earth-day-community-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Walter Gladwin Park\, 175 E. Tremont Ave\, Bronx\, NY\, 10457
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260113T150057Z
CREATED:20260113T150057Z
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SUMMARY:MLK National Day of Service Beach Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join NY Sea Grant for a beach clean-up at Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary in Rye\, NY. \nThis event is free\, but please register so we can ensure enough supplies for everyone and can contact you if we need to cancel due to weather. \nRegister here. \n\nDress warm and bring gloves\nClean-Up supplies will be provided\nAll ages welcome\nEvent is weather dependent\n\nFor more information\, please contact lg543@cornell.edu
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/mlk-national-day-of-service-beach-clean-up/
LOCATION:Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary\, 1 Playland Pkwy\, Rye\, NY\, 10580
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lillit Genovesi":MAILTO:LG543@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T150000
DTSTAMP:20251209T175702Z
CREATED:20251209T175702Z
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike at Griswold Point (CT)
DESCRIPTION:CT Sea Grant and CT National Estuarine Research Reserve staff will lead a two-hour hike of mostly flat shoreline at Griswold Point at the mouth of the Connecticut River in Old Lyme to access viewing areas for properties included in the reserve such as the Roger Tory Peterson Natural Area Preserve. \n\n\nGuides will talk about the CTNERR and the ecology of the lower river\, a Long Island Sound Stewardship Area. All ages welcome. No pets\, please. \n\nThis event is Free.\n\nTo register\, send an email to: judy.benson@uconn.edu.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/first-day-hike-at-griswold-point-ct/
LOCATION:Griswold Point\, White Sands Beach Road\, Old Lyme\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000
DTSTAMP:20251022T193702Z
CREATED:20251022T193702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T193702Z
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SUMMARY:Science Everywhere: Exploring Our Watershed with Enviroscape
DESCRIPTION:Join marine biologist and environmental educator Lillit Genovesi from New York Sea Grant and Long Island Sound Partnership at the Queens Public Library at Hunters Point for an exciting\, hands-on science adventure! \nThis free event is intended for children ages 6-11. \nMeeting Room (1st Floor) \n47-40 Center Blvd\nLong Island City\, NY 11109\nThursday\, Nov 13\, 4 -5pm
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/science-everywhere-exploring-our-watershed-with-enviroscape/
LOCATION:Queens Public Library at Hunters Point\, 47-40 Canter Blvd\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lillit Genovesi":MAILTO:LG543@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20250905T163913Z
CREATED:20250905T163913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T163913Z
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SUMMARY:Viva la Sound Environmental Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the City Island Oyster Reef for their Viva la Sound Environmental Festival!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 13th\, 2025\n10am – 3pm\nCost: Free! \nAmbrosini Field\, 200 City Island Ave \nActivities: \n\n\n30+ Environmental Organizations From Around New York \n\n\nThis year\, we are partnering with Bio Bus! \n\n\nLive Music \n\n\nFree Food from Local Restaurants \n\n\nFace Painting \n\n\nArts & Crafts Activities \n\n\nTouch tanks \n\n\nChildren’s Book Readings \n\n\nFire Dept. Water Display \n\n\nScuba Diving Demo \n\n\nTours of The Living Shoreline\, Our Outdoor Education Center
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/viva-la-sound-environmental-festival/
LOCATION:Ambrosini Field\, 200 City Island Ave\, The Bronx\, NY\, 10464
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T143000
DTSTAMP:20250804T133058Z
CREATED:20250804T133058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T133058Z
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SUMMARY:Long Island Sound Celebration at SUNY Maritime\, the Bronx
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special event celebrating 40 years of conservation on Long Island Sound! The day will feature free boat trips on board with Sea Lab 41\, oyster exploration\, art activities\, raffle prizes\, and more. This event is free and open to the public\, but spots are limited for certain activities. Please register at the link provided. \nCost: Free. Lunch and refreshments provided. \nRegister here.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/long-island-sound-celebration-at-suny-maritime-the-bronx/
LOCATION:SUNY Maritime College\, 6 Pennyfield Avenue\, Throggs Neck\, NY\, 10465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Lillit Genovesi":MAILTO:LG543@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T140000
DTSTAMP:20250805T150617Z
CREATED:20250805T150617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T150617Z
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SUMMARY:Long Island Sound Celebration at the Waterfront Center\, Oyster Bay\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special event celebrating 40 years of conservation of Long Island Sound! The event will feature free boat trips aboard the Ida May\, seining\, fishing lessons\, arts and crafts\, microscopy\, a morning beach cleanup\, and more. Pizza\, cupcakes\, and refreshments will be provided while supplies last. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Spots for some activities are limited and registration is required for these events. \nCost: free. Parking: Free at Beekman Beach. Lunch and refreshments provided. \nRegister here.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/long-island-sound-celebration-at-the-waterfront-center-oyster-bay-ny/
LOCATION:The Waterfront Center\, 1 West End Ave.\, Oyster Bay\, NY\, 11771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jimena Perez-Viscasillas%2C NY Sea Grant":MAILTO:jbp255@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T140000
DTSTAMP:20250722T123735Z
CREATED:20250722T123542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T123735Z
UID:36165-1755338400-1755352800@lispartnership.org
SUMMARY:Long Island Sound Celebration at UConn Avery Point
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special event celebrating 40 years of conservation on Long Island Sound! The day will feature free boat trips with Project Oceanology\, games\, touch tanks\,  art workshops\, hands-on science\, and more. This event is free and open to the public\, but spots are limited for certain activities. Please register at the link provided. \nCost: Free. Lunch and refreshments provided. Free parking.
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/long-island-sound-celebration-at-uconn-avery-point/
LOCATION:UConn Avery Point campus\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Long Island Sound Partnership":MAILTO:info@lispartnership.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20250623T135330Z
CREATED:20250623T135330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T135330Z
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SUMMARY:Experience the Water and Nature at Bluff Point
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day of fun on the water and in nature at Bluff Point State Park! \nLearn how to paddle (kayaks and canoes will be available to borrow) with CT DEEP Boating\, explore the beach and catch critters with Mystic Aquarium and Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, and enjoy other family fun activities led by the CT Reserve\, CT Sea Grant\, the Town of Groton\, CT DEEP Parks\, and NESS. \nThere will be something for everyone! \nRegister at: https://s.uconn.edu/ReserveEvents\nSign up is strongly encouraged if you’d like to borrow a kayak or canoe. \nFacebook event if you need a reminder: https://www.facebook.com/share/15Shy3UTpb/
URL:https://lispartnership.org/event/experience-the-water-and-nature-at-bluff-point/
LOCATION:Bluff Point State Park\, 55 Depot Road\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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