Calendar of Events

Adults and children 12 & up.

Did you know that Central and South America aren’t the only destinations for birds to fly south? For some species, Mashomack is the perfect winter destination. Bring your binoculars and join Tom Damiani to see if we can find overwintering bluebirds, buffleheads, and other birds which take advantage of our relatively mild East End winters. Reservations and information (631)749-4219 or Mashomackpreserve@tnc.org.

No additional detail for this event.

Members of the public are welcome! Come join us in working to make Brookhaven Better Through Community Participation and Civic Engagement.

For more information please call (631)281-7145 or write to abco1@gmail.com.

The Long Island Association welcomes Tom Wright, President of the Regional Plan Association to present the RPA’s Fourth Regional Plan. The Fourth Regional Plan includes 61 specific recommendations to achieve greater equity, shared prosperity, better health and sustainability. hear what it includes for Long Island and our economy.

There will be a question and answer session.

One of the many benefits of LIA membership is complimentary admission to our member strategic committees, policy forums and many of our social events.

Free event for LIA members – limited seating-registration required.

To register visit www.longislandassociation.org/events

In January, the U.S. Dept of Interior announced plans to expand offshore oil and gas drilling, including in the Atlantic Ocean off Long Island. NYS Assembly leaders from the Environmental Conservation Committee, Committee on Toxic Substances and Hazardous Wastes, and Long Island Sound Task Force will be holding a public hearing to discuss the potential impacts of offshore drilling on NY’s environment, economy, and way of life.

Come out to the hearing to oppose offshore oil and gas drilling in the Atlantic and urge NYS leaders to continue fighting for renewable energy, not increasing our reliance on fossil fuels.

Legislative Auditorium

Join Vision Long Island in celebrating 20 years of helping communities across Long Island. For more information including sponsorship and ad opportunities, contact info@visionlongisland.org or (631)261-0242.

No additional detail for this event.

Join us to view this 17 minute documentary film which examines the issue of affordable farmland on the East End and the Trust’s Farms for the future initiative.

The film tells the stories of several farmers who are leasing land either owned or managed by the Trust in the face of ever-increasing pressure from development.

Produced and directed by Michael Halsband and Hillary Leff, the film won the Audience Choice Award at the 2012 Hamptons International Film Festival.

Panelists include the film’s director, Michael Halsband, local farmers Fred Lee of Sang Lee Farms, and Greg Kessler of The Hoppy Acre, as well as the Trust’s Senior Manager of Agricultural Programs Dan Heston. Refreshments provided.

To register contact (631)283-3195, events@peconiclandtrust.org

Come in and get warm on a tour of the greenhouse! Meet Carl Gabrielsen and see his amazing hydroponic operation which allows him to grow fresh lettuce and herbs without soil.

Learn how Carl’s switch to hydroponics in the off-season allowed him to keep employees working during the winter months and expanded his business, providing you with freshly grown lettuce, herbs and vegetables all year round.

You will leave with a fresh head of lettuce for your table!

Cost $5

Contact to register (631)283-3195, events@peconiclandtrust.org

Adults and children 12 & up.

Call to find out what this month’s volunteer project is! Community service hours available. Reservations and information (631)749-4219 or MashomackPreserve@tnc.org.

Returning to its Main Street location every Saturday until the end of March, the Riverhead Farmers Market offers a wide variety of vendors selling everything from bread and grains to fish, produce and handmade items.