Vanessa Pino Lockel

CCE Suffolk is proud to sponsor the 2025 Shelter Island 10K Run! June 21, 2025 (rain or shine) 5:30 PM – 10K Start | 5:50 PM – 5K Start 33 N Ferry Road, Shelter Island, NY 11964 Learn more and register here: conta.cc/41LXzGn

Get ready for Mayfest at the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center—a celebration of the growing season with expert-led garden programs and a incredible plant sales! Saturday, May 3, 2025, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Learn more: ccesuffolk.org/events/2025/05…

We’re thrilled to launch the Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail, a collaborative effort with NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets! Explore the trail here: longislandseafoodtrail.visitwidget.com

The Homeowner’s Guide to Going Solar provides answers to key questions, including: • Is my home suitable for solar panels? • What steps are involved in going solar? • How do I avoid solar scams? plus more! Check out the guide here: conta.cc/3Fln6P2

Check out the latest edition of the CCE Suffolk Fisheries Program newsletter, Fisheries Quarterly! Featuring a first look at the Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail, stats for our Winter Trawl Survey off the south shore of Long Island, and more! Read here: conta.cc/41nPyai

The numbers are in, and it was another outstanding year: our team of 1,582 volunteers contributed 28,229 hours of service, a value of over $945,000 for Suffolk County! Click here to learn more about becoming a CCE Suffolk Volunteer: conta.cc/3Kqof8k

In partnership with @sylvestermanor, the @BackToTheBays Shell Recycling Program has introduced community collection bins on Shelter Island! By recycling shells, residents can actively help to protect and enhance our local marine ecosystem. Learn more: backtothebays.org/shelterisland

This week's #StakeholderSaturday highlights #WomensHistoryMonth! In recognition, Legislators Stark, Bergin, Kennedy, and Bontempi are hosting a women's clothing drive. Donations can be dropped off from Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm.

There is still time to register for a CCE Suffolk Summer Camp! ccesuffolk.org/4-h-youth/summ… Explore locations like Sea Adventures Day Camp (Southold), Summer Camp at the Suffolk County Farm (Yaphank), and so much more!

It was an incredible morning at the Suffolk County Marine Environmental Learning Center (SCMELC) as we hosted the Annual Spawning Kick Off! For more than 30 years, the @ccemarineprogram has been producing shellfish at SCMELC to enhance and restore local waterways.

As part of our ongoing commitment to engage with elected officials and discuss CCE Suffolk initiatives in their districts, @VLockel and staff recently met with Suffolk County Legislator Jason A. Richberg!

We are gathering next Friday in memory of Doreen Murphy. Please see info lindenhurstfuneralhome.com/memorials/dore…

You may have seen chickens in the news recently, but what can a chicken teach you about science? Join the Suffolk County Farm for challenges, experiments and projects all based on chickens. Do science, learn about chickens: win, win! Learn more: conta.cc/3EIeZeU

Shellabration is back December 7-8! Visit Greenport’s finest establishments to enjoy local shellfish, wine and beer pairings during a weekend long restaurant walk. Learn more: shellabrationcce.org

Congratulations to CCE Suffolk Agriculture Program Director Nora Catlin for being named to Schneps Media's Power List: 2024 Power Women of Long Island! Thank you, Nora, for your commitment to CCE Suffolk and our mission to build a healthy, sustainable Suffolk County.

Join @CCESuffolkFHW for Diabetes 101: Diagnosed with Diabetes, Now What? This free class covers the basics that you need to know if you or a loved one were diagnosed with Diabetes, including self-testing blood glucose levels and more. Learn more: conta.cc/3NsPGyQ

The Fisheries Team recently partnered with @CCESuffolkFHW to host an educational bluefish cooking demonstration and tasting at @CASTSouthold! Each participant took home a bag of fresh ingredients, including additional bluefish, to recreate the recipe at home.

This week's #StakeholderSaturday highlights @SaveTheGSB and their latest oyster sanctuary created in Amityville in collaboration with the CCE Suffolk Marine Program! Read the full article in Newsday here (subscription required): conta.cc/4hbCYlv

The @CCESuffolkFHW Parenting Tips Podcast provides current research-based information from @Cornell and other American land grant institutions. This latest episode covers all you need to know about sensory play! Listen here: soundcloud.com/user-492333083…

Exciting news! A team of researchers, including Dr. Stephen Tettelbach and Harrison Tobi of @BackToTheBays, has made a significant advance in understanding the genetic makeup of the bay scallop. Read the full article here: conta.cc/40k3rYb