“In the end we will conserve only what we love;
COME GROW WITH US! Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County Horticulture Center, Demonstration and Community Gardens at East Meadow Farm
we will love only what we understand;
4-H ENVIRONMENTAL PRESCHOOL PROGRAM 2017-2018
832 Merrick Avenue East Meadow, NY 11554 516-565-5265 Ext. 11
[email protected] www.ccenassau.org EAST MEADOW FARM HOURS Gardening Telephone Hotline, In-Person Diagnostics, and Soil pH testing and all other questions
And we will understand only what we are taught.” (Baba Dioum, 1968)
March - November Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday -10:00am - 1:00pm Thursday Evening - 4:00pm - 7:00pm November - March Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00am - 1:00pm Demonstration Gardens open year round every day, dawn to dusk. Building Strong and Vibrant New York Communities Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
Horticulture Center Demonstration and Community Gardens at East Meadow Farm 832 Merrick Avenue East Meadow, NY 11554 516-565-5265 Ext. 11 www.ccenassau.org
PROGRAM DETAILS For Preschool Students Ages 2-4
PROGRAM SCHEDULE Join us as we celebrate and explore the changing
Through songs, investigation, stories and hands
environment.
on activities this program is designed to foster
Each month we will investigate changes in the
environmental awareness in a fun and creative
gardens and our natural world. As they become
setting. Each month will build on your child’s
more familiar with the environment, your child
previous knowledge of the natural world
will learn to appreciate the great outdoors.
around them at East Meadow Farm. Please note a caregiver must stay for the duration of each session and be an active participant.
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED For additional information please contact: Jennifer Cappello-Ruggiero CCE-NC
[email protected] 516-565-5265 Ext. 14
Classes meet the first Thursday of each month, beginning October 2017 through July 2018. Sessions will be 9:30am to 11:30 am.
ABOUT 4-H
REGISTRATION FORM
October 5
March 1
November 2
April 5
December 7
May 3
January 4
June 7
February 1
July 5
PROGRAM COST
4-H Clubs, camps, and after-school programs
$180 per child for 10 Sessions
help youth reach their fullest potential.
Monthly sessions at East Meadow Farm led by
Members have opportunities to connect to
Master Gardeners who are certified teachers.
Name: Address:
City: State:
Zip:
Phone: Email: # of Registrants
(Ages 2 - 4)
Child(rens) Name(s):
Cornell University, learn through hands-on activities, lead, be inspired, inspire others, and...so much more. There are many 4-H
Make Checks Payable to: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County
programs that help youth to explore: science, engineering & technology, community action, and healthy lifestyles education. 4-H has been active in NYS for the last 100 years.
“Children are the world’s most valuable resource and it’s best hope for the future.”
Mail To: Jennifer R. Cappello-Ruggiero CCE-NC 832 Merrick Avenue East Meadow, NY 11554