Things to Do with Kids on Long Island this Weekend
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August 20, the last pop-up Saturday, Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center will visit the center with adoptable dogs from 2pm to 4pm and the last Silent Mind Tai Chi class will take place from 3pm to 4pm.
WANT TO GO? Admission is free. Prices vary for goods and games. 631-751-2244.Click Here for More Information
Summer Concert Series on the Village Green FREE
WHEN: Jul. 9 - Aug. 21, Sundays, 7-9pm WHERE: The Village Green inStony Brook Village , across from 129 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY
AGES: All
WHAT:
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) is excited to announce the long awaited return of the Summer Concert Series on the Village Green. Performances include the Precisions, a vintage rock group performing songs from the golden age of rock and roll on July 10; the Rustlers, a high energy group performing southern rock songs on July 17; the Cluster, a super group performing hits from the 50s through the 80s on July 24; Linda Ipanema, performing traditional jazz songs on July 31; the Brooklyn Bards, performing acoustic traditional Irish music on August 7; the NY Exceptions, a doo-wop band performing songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s on August 14; and Country Rhythms, a country music line dance instruction group on August 21. In the case of rain, the concerts will be cancelled.
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Summer Concert Series on the Village Green FREE
WHEN: Jul. 10 - Aug. 21, Sundays, 7-9pm WHERE: The Jennie Melville Village Green, 129 Main Street, Stony Brook , NY
AGES: All
WHAT:
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) is excited to announce the long awaited return of the Summer Concert Series on the Village Green. Performances include the Precisions, a vintage rock group performing songs from the golden age of rock and roll on July 10; the Rustlers, a high energy group performing classic and contemporary country and rock and roll songs on July 17; the Clusters, a super group performing hits from the 50s through the 80s on July 24; Linda Ipanema, performing traditional jazz songs on July 31; the Brooklyn Bards, performing acoustic traditional Irish music on August 7; the NY Exceptions, a doo-wop band performing songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s on August 14; and Country Rhythms, a country music line dance instruction group. In the case of rain, the concerts will be cancelled.
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Family Treasures with Tales to Tell: Summer Exhibit 2022 FREE
WHEN: Jul. 22 - Oct. 10, Fridays-Sundays, 11am-3pmWHERE: Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead, NY
AGES: 5 and older
WHAT:
Does your family have treasured keepsakes? Heirlooms with long-lost stories waiting to be discovered? Hallockville Museum Farm presents “Family Treasures with Tales to Tell,” an exhibition of historic quilts, spinning wheels, butter churns, and other artifacts contributed by North Fork families. A highlight of “Family Treasures with Tales to Tell,” is a collection of historic quilts that were donated recently to the Hallockville Museum Farm. Each quilt on display features a story about its maker, the owner, and the individuals’ histories.
WANT TO GO? 631-298-5292.Click Here for More Information
Sunflower Festival
WHEN: Jul. 23 - Aug. 28, 9am-6pm, dailyWHERE: Garden Of Eve, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead, NY
AGES: All
WHAT: Explore a 5 acre sunflower field, fun photo ops, Family Fun Fields, pedal karts, hay tower, farm animals, spider web, and more. WANT TO GO? $10.95. 631-722-8777.
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Pirate Crafternoons
WHEN: Aug. 2 - 31, Tuesdays-Sundays, 1-4pmWHERE: The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY
AGES: 3-12
WHAT: Lads and lasses are invited to enjoy the exhibits and help themselves to seasonal, self-serve swashbuckling crafts in this workshop WANT TO GO? FREE with admission: $6; $5 children and seniors; free for members. 631-367-3418.
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Sleeping Beauty
WHEN: Aug. 5 - 13, Fridays, 11am; Saturdays, 11am and 2pmWHERE: Theatre Three, 412 Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY
AGES: 3-8
WHAT: When Briar Rose falls asleep because of a wicked fairy's evil spell, all will be lost. Until true love's first kiss breaks the spell. A memorable story for this or any time. WANT TO GO? $10. 631-928-9100.
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NYS Certified - Safe Boating Course
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 6, 8:30am-4:30pmWHERE: The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 279 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY
AGES: 13 and older
WHAT:
The Whaling Museum is hosting Safe Boating Courses for all students age 10 and older. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership to receive your boating certificate. This course meets the New York State education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate.
WANT TO GO? $25 (including pizza lunch and exhibits viewing). 631-367-3418.Click Here for More Information
Invasive Species Walk FREE
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 6, 11am-1pmWHERE: Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, 340 Smith Rd., Shirley, NY
AGES: All
WHAT: Join this three mile hike along the White Oak trail to learn about the common invasive plants on the Wertheim refuge and how to identify them. WANT TO GO? 631-286-0485.
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Film: Lana Jokel Film Screenings
WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 7, 5pmWHERE: Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Ln. , Southampton, NY
AGES: Adult
WHAT: Filmmaker Lana Jokel will screen two films, Hal Buckner - Art is How You See It and Strong-Cuevas Sculpture II - I Like to Be Awed, featuring FIGURES TRANSFORMED exhibition artists Hal Buckner and Strong-Cuevas. WANT TO GO? $10 . 631-283-0967.
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14th Annual Holy Family Festival
WHEN: Aug. 10 - 13, Wednesday and Thursday, 6-10pm; Friday and Saturday, 6-11pmWHERE: Holy Family Catholic Church , 17 Fordham Ave., Hicksville, NY
AGES: All
WHAT:
Exciting carnival rides, fantastic live music, and delicious foods and drinks! Plus, Casino Games and raffles for the grown ups!
WANT TO GO? Ride bracelets start at $29.99 when purchased online; individual ride tickets available for purchase. 516-938-3846.Click Here for More Information
14th Annual Holy Family Festival
WHEN: Aug. 10 - 13, Wednesday and Thursday, 6-10pm; Friday and Saturday, 6-11pmWHERE: Holy Family Catholic Church , 17 Fordham Ave., Hicksville, NY
AGES: All
WHAT:
Exciting carnival rides, fantastic live music, and delicious foods and drinks! Plus, Casino Games and raffles for the grown ups!
WANT TO GO? Ride bracelets start at $29.99 when purchased online; individual ride tickets available for purchase. 516-938-3846.Click Here for More Information
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Looking to plan an awesome weekend on Long Island packed with fun for the whole family? Whether you are planning a day trip in close to the New York metro area or are looking for kid-friendly fun that's close to home, we've got you covered! There’s a lot of kid-friendly family fun planned for this weekend right here in Nassau and Suffolk counties. From storytimes and concerts to museum exhibits, crafts activities, seasonal events, and more, you'll find something to do that keeps the whole family having fun! Plan your weekend on Long Island with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly (vritual and in-person) events happening throughout Long Island. And check out our Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester, and Rockland weekend roundups for more fun inspiration!
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