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Sat 13 Sep
Magic of Monarchs
Saturday, September 13, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Monarch butterflies are some of the most beautiful insects you can spot. Come learn about the butterfly life cycle and the unique lives of Monarchs before going into the park and seeing if we can spot any flying through the sky! To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun 14 Sep
Canning 101
Sunday, September 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
When you've got more produce than you know what to do with, canning is a must. Join us to learn how to turn your produce into shelf stable products through simple methods. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Wed 17 Sep
Tiny Tots: Seasons
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Explore the natural world around us. These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 20 Sep
Fall Equinox Hike
Saturday, September 20, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Celebrate the fall equinox with an invigorating morning hike around the lake. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sat 20 Sep
Fossilized Finds
Saturday, September 20, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Take a look into the past with us to discover the wonders of paleontology and fossils! We will be discussing all-things paleontology including Long Island fossils, how fossils are made, and more through hands on activities! To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Tue 23 Sep
Crochet Get Together
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Bring your work in progress with you to the education center and crochet alongside individuals of all experience levels. Participants must bring their own project/yarn/hooks, as no supplies will be provided. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required
Sun 28 Sep
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Sunday, September 28, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hempstead Lake State Park
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Celebrate with an educator through a story time and hands on activity. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Registration: Required