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Summer at Brookside Event Series
Spend time outdoors this summer at Brookside County Park and enjoy a variety of events for all ages. From yoga and live music to wildlife demonstrations and local history, there's something for everyone to enjoy in this beautiful outdoor setting. All programs are free...
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Summer at Brookside Event Series
Spend time outdoors this summer at Brookside County Park and enjoy a variety of events for all ages. From yoga and live music to wildlife demonstrations and local history, there's something for everyone to enjoy in this beautiful outdoor setting. All programs are free...
Annual Fundraising Dinner 2026
Come Join Us for a Night of Fun And Prizes! Great South Bay Audubon's Annual DinnerThe Mansion at Timber Point398 Great River Road, Great River, NYMonday, May 4, 20266:00-9:00 PMGuest Speaker:Â John TurnerTopic:Â "The Goatsuckers of Long Island: Whip-poor-wills,...
Tuesday Bird/Nature Walk at Connetquot State Park by Ken Thompson
Today, September 2, was our kickoff of the Fall 2025 season of Bird/Nature Walks. To start in style, we had a Bald Eagle fly over the parking lot as we did our morning introduction circle.
Upcoming Events
Yoga in the Park
Whether you’re completely new to yoga or looking for a gentle way to reconnect with your practice, our free Yoga in the Park series is a perfect opportunity to get moving
June 13 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Brookside County ParkMusic in the Park – Lean Mean Jazz Machine
Enjoy an energetic afternoon of jazz standards, swing favorites, and contemporary arrangements performed by this talented local ensemble. Their lively sound and engaging performances make for a perfect summer afternoon
June 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at Brookside County ParkYoga in the Park
Whether you’re completely new to yoga or looking for a gentle way to reconnect with your practice, our free Yoga in the Park series is a perfect opportunity to get moving
July 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Brookside County ParkAmerica 250 Celebration – Birds of Prey Demonstration
Join us as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a special educational wildlife program by Sweetbriar Nature Center. Experience an up-close encounter with some of North
July 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at Brookside County ParkYoga in the Park
Whether you’re completely new to yoga or looking for a gentle way to reconnect with your practice, our free Yoga in the Park series is a perfect opportunity to get moving
August 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Brookside County ParkMusic in the Park – Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos Step back in time with the infectious rhythms of ragtime, early jazz, blues, and vintage American music. Known for their authentic sound and spirited
August 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm at Brookside County Park
Recent Art & Photography
Nature Walks
Connetquot River SPP Bird and Breakfast
Leaders Edith Wilson, Helga Merryman, Ken Thompson, Jack Carlson Reservations required 4$ at Eventbrite.com search #NatureEdventure, Plus parking fee per car – unless you have a yearly Empire pass.
September 12 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm at Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Bird Feeder Survey
Feeder Survey JANUARY/FEBRUARY/MARCH 2023
Years ago, while walking through a park in Manhattan, I noticed a young man eating his lunch, a male house sparrow hopped over, cocked his head and looked at him, the young man immediately responded by tossing a bit of bread to the bird.
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