
Things to Do with Kids on Long Island this Weekend
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Baking Impossible FREE
WHEN: Saturday, May. 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pmWHERE: Patchogue-Medford Library, 54-60 E Main St., Patchogue, NY
AGES: 5-12
WHAT: Baking meets engineering in this exciting challenge where kids will decorate a cupcake and build a device that will protect it from a crumbling catastrophe. WANT TO GO? 631-654-4700.
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14th Annual Sounds of Silence 5k/10k Run/Walk/Stroller Walk
WHEN: Saturday, May. 21, 8amWHERE: Walker Beach, West Shore Road, Brightwaters, NY
AGES: All
WHAT: Walk to help the Postpartum Resource Center of New York support thousands of moms, dads and families in NY! WANT TO GO? $15-$45. 631-422-2255.
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CTREE Spring Open House FREE
WHEN: Saturday, May. 21, 9:30am-12pmWHERE: CTREE - Center for Therapeutic Riding of the East End, 93 Merchants Path, Sagaponack, NY
AGES: All
WHAT: Watch therapeutic riding lessons. Meet the CTREE horses. WANT TO GO? 631-779-2835.
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GARDEN DAYS - Floral Design for Kids
WHEN: Saturday, May. 21, 10amWHERE: Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY
AGES: 5-12
WHAT:
Maura Brush, Horticulture Director for Old Westbury Gardens, will lead a 45-minute floral arranging class just for kids so they can explore their creative side. Fresh flowers will be used, and she will teach proper care and handling, water, and how to make sure your floral arrangement lasts and looks beautiful. She'll talk about flower names and some fun facts about each flower. Most appropriate for ages 5-12. Registration is required and class size is limited so sign up early. Fee includes ticket to Old Westbury Gardens for registrant and 1 caregiver and all materials.
WANT TO GO? $30. 516-333-0048.Click Here for More Information
GARDEN DAYS - Drop-in Kids’ Planting
WHEN: Saturday, May. 21, 11am-2pmWHERE: Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY
AGES: 5-12
WHAT:
Kids can get their hands dirty as they participate in a take-home planting project. Access included with general admission. No registration required.
WANT TO GO? $14. 516-333-0048.Click Here for More Information
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel, A Concert FREE
WHEN: May. 21 - 22, VariesWHERE: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, NY
AGES: 5 and older
WHAT: This American classic features some of Rodgers and Hammerstein's most iconic pieces, including If I Loved You, Mister Snow, June Is Bustin Out All Over, and You'll Never Walk Alone. WANT TO GO? $40-65. 516-323-4444.
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Ikebana Workshop
WHEN: Sunday, May. 22, 11am-12:30pm or 2-3:30pmWHERE: Farmingdale Village Hall, 361 Main Street, Farmingdale, NY
AGES: 13 and older
WHAT:
Celebrate nature by learning about the Japanese art of flower arranging known as Ikebana. This year’s workshop will be led by Hiroko Uraga-Senese, an expert in the Misho-Ryu style of Ikebana, which she studied in Japan and has taught throughout Long Island. Ikebana is more than simply arranging flowers in a container. It is an art form intended to encourage harmony between nature and humanity through an appreciation of flowers, seasons, and each container that is used. The Misho-Ryu style dates back to 1807 and was developed in Osaka, Japan. Ms. Uraga-Senese will demonstrate this art, and explain some of its history, philosophy, and techniques. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to create their own individual flower arrangements, using seasonal flowers and plant materials. Seating is limited to 15 participants per session, and pre-registration is required by Friday, May 13. The course fee includes the lecture, demonstration, workshop, vase, flower materials, and green foam frog to hold the flowers. To register, mail check payable to the “Incorporated Village of Farmingdale” to Ann Rodenburg, Farmingdale Village Hall, 361 Main Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735.
WANT TO GO? $25. 516-249-0093.Click Here for More Information
Music from the Movies with Long Island reSound FREE
WHEN: Sunday, May. 22, 2-3pmWHERE: Patchogue-Medford Library, 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY
AGES: 9 and older
WHAT: Enjoy the unique sounds of the Long Island reSound Handbell Ensemble as they play TV and movie themed tunes. Register. WANT TO GO? 631-654-4700.
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Keith Haring Painting Workshop
WHEN: Sunday, May. 22, 1:30-3:30pmWHERE: Gold Coast Arts Center, 113 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, NY
AGES: All
WHAT:
Gold Coast Arts celebrates pop artist Keith Haring's birthday this month! Join them to create and paint his whimsical pop art figures on a tote bag! Bring your friends & family and you'll all be toting a fabulous work of art around town. Workshop is limited to 16 students so save your spot! Be a part of this FAMOUS ARTIST SERIES workshops for all ages and enjoy a SPECIAL DEAL! Buy for 3 and get 1 person FREE- so mix and match workshops for family fun!
WANT TO GO? $60; $40 members. 516-829-2570.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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