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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm Saturday 9am - 4:30pm Sunday 9am - 4:30pm

Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center

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A unique environmental education center that specifically addresses the role of human energy consumption in shaping the natural landscape.
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JBENC offers interior and exterior exhibits, videos, interactive games and educational programs for the public.

10/30/2026

Tomorrow at the Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center, we will be celebrating 🎃HALLOWEEN 🎃 from 10:00am - 12:00pm with puppet shows, touch tank, and Trick or Treat Surprises!!
10:00-10:30am: Puppet Show: The Missing Moon
10:30-11:00am: Touch Tank
11:00-11:30am: Puppet Storytime Show
11:30-12:00pm: Trick or Treat!
Can’t wait to see you there!

10/26/2026

Happy Halloween from our spooky critters! 👻
If you are looking for a fun family-friendly activity on Halloween, come join us for Halloween Puppet Day!
This is a free event filled with an original puppet show, crafts, spooky prizes, and animal encounters and more! Great for all ages.
Date: Saturday, October 31st
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
RSVP available on our website.
Link in bio 🔗

10/15/2026

💡If you pay for electricity or natural gas through one of the state’s utility companies, you may qualify for savings! Half of all New York households are now eligible for relief through the Energy Affordability Program (EAP), which provides customers with utility bill discounts they can count on each month.

💰Don’t leave money on the table – you could receive recurring discounts directly on your monthly bill.

Learn more and apply at ny.gov/eap.

10/14/2026

Calling all birders! October 19th-25th is Birdability Week!

This year’s theme, Bird Where You Are, is an invitation to notice birds at your own pace, at your own level of interest, and in the way that works for you.

Join online, https://www.birdability.org/birdability-week, or attend the Birdability event at Connetquot River State Park Preserve hosted by the Friends of Connetquot on Sunday, October 25th. https://www.friendsofconnetquot.org/birdability-week

10/14/2026

Last call! Show us the best shots you’ve taken at a New York state park for a chance to win major prizes. Final submissions are due by October 18th! https://aspiracontests.us.launchpad6.com/2026nysta.../submit

10/14/2026

FREE EVENT!
Register on Eventbrite!
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/33908178297
Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservations, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.

10/03/2026

Do you hear a rustle in the night? Can it be? THE NIGHT PROWLER OF THE JONES BEACH ENERGY AND NATURE CENTER??
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Is your garbage safe?
Raccoons are opportunistic omnivores meaning they will eat a wide variety of plants and animals depending on what’s easily available. This can also include your garbage…
As the weather changes it’s essential for many animals to build fat reserves for the colder winter months.
Make sure your garbage is secure with a tight lid to discourage any unwanted guests 🦝

10/02/2026

We are always so excited to see you and your family here at the Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center on the weekends!
Here are all of the weekend activities your kids will love coming up this month in October!
RSVP in the link in our bio 🔗
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10/02/2026

We are so excited to see you and your family here on the weekends! Here are all of the kid friendly activities and programs we have coming up this month here at the Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center!

10/01/2026

Need a pick me up?
Our wellness programs are just what you need! Get connected with yourself and nature through active movement or meditative workshops!
All of our wellness programs are FREE!
RSVP available on our website linked in bio 🔗

Address

West End 2/Jones Beach State Park/150 Bay Parkway
Wantagh, NY
11793

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4:30pm
Sunday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15168098222

Website

http://www.jonesbeachenc.org/, https://www.jonesbeachenc.org/programs

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