Fun for Families, Singles, Seniors, Special Lifestyles
Looking for the best places for families to visit? Interested in events where you'll meet that special someone? Here, you'll find info on Long Island's varied lifestyles, including families, singles, seniors, physically challenged, and gays and lesbians.
Top 10 Movies Filmed on Long Island
You're sitting in a movie theater and suddenly it's deja vu. That mansion or that long stretch of beach looks incredibly familiar. Were they places where you lived in a former lifetime? Not exactly. You're just recognizing landmarks on Long Island, often transformed into fictitious estates or towns by Hollywood film makers. Here are the Top 10 movies filmed on photogenic Long Island, NY. Buy or r…New Year's Eve on Long Island
There's no need to travel far to celebrate the passing of the old year. From gala events to dancing to hip hop and rock, there's plenty to do on Long Island on December 31. Here are some places to enjoy New Year's Eve on Long Island.Christmas & Hanukah on Long Island
Find out everything you need to know about Christmas and Hanukah on Long Island: where to see Christmas tree and menorah lightings, where to order holiday take-out, where to eat during the holidays and more.Christmas Day & Christmas Eve Dinners at Restaurants on Long Island
Here's a sampling of some of the great eateries that will be open and serving delicious meals for the holidays.Long Island Christmas Tree Farms
Whether you want to cut down your own tree or prefer buying a freshly-cut one or plant a live tree, here are some Christmas tree farms on Long Island where you can purchase evergreens that have been grown locally.Christmas & Hanukah Dinner Takeout on Long Island
Make your holiday even more enjoyable by ordering Christmas or Hanukah takeout dinners at one of the many local places on Long Island. They'll do all the hard work for you so you can sit back and rela…Hanukah on Long Island
Whether you spell it "Hanukah," "Hanukkah" or "Chanukah," the Jewish Festival of Lights is a joyous celebration, commemorating the victory of the Jews over the Greek-Syrians. Here are some places to celebrate the holiday.Christmas Tree & Menorah Lightings on Long Island
Whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukah or you just delight in the holidays, there are plenty of festive occasions to bring some sparkling lights into your winter days. Here are some places in Nassau and Suffolk Counties where you can watch Christmas trees and menorahs lit up in all their splendor.Note: This list is updated every year.
Performances of The Nutcracker on Long Island
One of the most loved ballets, The Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl's encounters with both strange and wonderful creatures at Christmastime, all set to the captivating music of Tchaikovsky. The whole family will enjoy watching a live performance, and you don't have to go all the way into the city to see this beautiful ballet. Here are some places on Long Island where…Thanksgiving Events on Long Island
Celebrate Thanksgiving on Long Island. Here's a sampling of places to go and things to do on this upcoming holiday.Preparing for Hurricanes on Long Island, NY
Learn how to prepare for hurricanes and coastal storms on Long Island, N.Y.New York State Sex Offender Registry
Learn about the NYS Sex Offender Registry, where to find it and how to be aware of sex offenders in specific neighborhoods.New York Prescription Saver
Learn about the New York Prescription Saver, a pharmacy discount card to lower the cost of prescriptions for qualifying New Yorkers.Pumpkin Picking on Long Island
When the trees on Long Island slowly turn bright shades of red, yellow and blazing orange, it's time to take the whole family pumpkin picking. Learn which Long Island farms feature pumpkins that you can pick right off the vine.Outdoor Sculpture Garden at the Nassau County Museum of Art
The Nassau County Museum of Art features outdoor sculptures in addition to its indoor art exhibits. Take this photo tour of the grounds and read about some of the excellent sculptures on view.Suffolk County Police - Silver Alert Registry
Suffolk County's Silver Alert Registry offers a free I.D. bracelet to help people suffering from dementia or Alzheimer's Disease.Whole Foods Market, Manhasset
Whole Foods Market in Manhasset is a health food supermarket that features organic as well as non-organic fresh fruits and vegetables, frozen foods, a healthy deli and much more.Discovery Wetlands Cruises from Stony Brook Harbor
Learn about wetlands cruises aboard the Discovery. Board the 35-passenger pontoon boat for a 1 1/2 hour cruise that takes you through Stony Brook Harbor to the wetlands at West Meadow Creek, with ongoing commentary by a naturalist to point out birds and marine creatures.Free Things to Do on Long Island
You don’t have to spend lots of money to enjoy Long Island. From free movies, concerts and plays to museums without admission fees, there’s plenty to see and do on Long Island without dipping deep into your wallet. Here are some places where you can have fun on Long Island for free. Please also check my http://Long Island blog and my <a href="http://longisla…The Port Washington Organic Farmers Market
There's no need to travel far to buy fresh-from-the-farm fruits and vegetables. In season, the Port Washington Town Dock is home to the Port Washington Organic Farmers Market with an abundance of just-picked produce, delicious baked goods and more.Long Island Beaches - Where to Find Great Beaches on Long Island
Long Island boasts miles of beautiful beaches. Learn about some of them, including Main Beach, Coopers Beach, Jones Beach and more.Top 10 Children's Attractions on Long Island
There are wonderful children's attractions on Long Island including an aquarium, a building shaped like a duck, an outdoor water park filled with rides and slides, and so much more.Port Washington - Walking Tour of the Port Washington Waterfront
Take a walk on the lovely waterfront in Port Washington, Long Island, NY, where you'll enjoy expansive views of Manhasset Bay.Long Beach, NY - Tour of the oceanfront at Long Beach
Long Beach, NY offers 3.5 miles of powder-fine sand and a boardwalk that stretches over two miles. Learn about this wonderful beach through photos and text.Long Island Children's Museum - Photo Tour
Learn about some of the galleries at the Long Island Children's Museum in Garden City.Greener Country - profile of the Greener Country store in Jericho, Lon
Greener Country offers environmentally friendly products at their Jericho, Long Island, NY-based store. From solar products to green cleaners and sustainable paints and more, Greener Country caters to the needs of environmentally responsible consumers.Museum Sleepovers on Long Island
Have you and your kids seen “Night At The Museum” or “Night At The Museum 2?” If your kids would love to spend their own night at a museum, you don’t have to take them all the way into the city. There are a number of museum sleepovers right here on Long Island.Affordable Long Island Wines
Long Island is noted for its wonderful wineries and vineyards on the North Fork, with some also located on the South Fork. It's said that Long Island's East End features a micro-climate similar to that of Bordeaux, France, and the wines produced here reflect that. But what if you can't afford to buy an expensive bottle of wine? No problem. There are many affordable Long Island wines that you and…Steinway & Sons Piano Gallery of Long Island
Since March 2009, Long Island, NY has had its own Steinway & Sons Piano Gallery in Melville.Atlantis Marine World - Long Island's Aquarium
Visit Atlantis Marine World, Riverhead, Long Island, NY. One of New York's largest aquariums, Atlantis Marine World is open year-round and features over 80 exhibits, including Touch Tanks where visitors can get up close and personal with living sea creatures, a swim-with-the-sharks program, sleepovers, sea lion shows and more.Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat Cruises - Riverhead, Long Island, NY
Sailing out of the dock at Atlantis Marine World in Riverhead, Long Island, NY, the Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat takes you on a one-and-a-half hour cruise through the Peconic River and into Flanders Bay. The tour boat takes passengers to a sandy beach for hands-on learning about sea creatures and the marine environment.Long Island Public Golf Courses
With its gently rolling hills and sprawling, flat landscapes, Long Island is a great place to play golf. There are many private and public courses throughout the Island. Here is a sampling of ten public golf courses on Long Island.Gardens on Long Island
During the warmer months, you can enjoy the sight of lush greenery and colorful flowers blossoming in public gardens on Long Island. Whether on the grounds of former Gold Coast mansions or across acres of carefully planted arbors, you and your friends or family can relax and stroll as you admire nature�s colorful creations. Here's a sampling of gardens on Long Island.Cradle of Aviation Museum
The Cradle of Aviation Museum, Long Island, New York, is a world-class museum that chronicles the significant contribution Long Island made to the history of flight.Long Island Children’s Birthday Parties
Looking for a great place for a birthday party for your children on Long Island? Worried that you don’t have enough space in your house or apartment? Do you dread the hassle of cleaning up after the party’s over?Then consider having your children’s birthday parties in a Long Island museum or other space. It can be a great experience for both you and the kids. Here’s a sampling…