Vanessa Pino Lockel

Executive Director of the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk

[CCE Suffolk @CCEofSuffolk]

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: https://t.co/Zyk9aj82pg

[CCE Suffolk @CCEofSuffolk]

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: https://t.co/VN9Nl4SUS6

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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:
https://t.co/4wgjxz2b4w

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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: https://t.co/3vqQXzh1j4

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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: https://t.co/rDJFI0iPpX

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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: https://t.co/f0Wjqv6SK0

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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: https://t.co/rbMCVJdyQ9

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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.

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There is still time to register for a CCE Suffolk Summer Camp!

https://t.co/AyFtQHZZie

Explore locations like Sea Adventures Day Camp (Southold), Summer Camp at the Suffolk County Farm (Yaphank), and so much more!

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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.

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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!

[Vanessa Pino Lockel @VLockel]

We are gathering next Friday in memory of Doreen Murphy. Please see info
https://t.co/rlDkEMRQW1

[CCE Suffolk @CCEofSuffolk]

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: https://t.co/68z2FUWPey

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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: https://t.co/UpT6ynjx2S

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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.

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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: https://t.co/w0kMG37ZRj

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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.

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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): https://t.co/vriJ53IqQQ

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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: https://t.co/nzPEcLYTg8

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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: https://t.co/dWnagrVdex