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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.
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…
Learn Public Speaking on Long Island
Do you dread having to get up to give a presentation at work? Does the thought of speaking in front of a group of people send shivers down your spine? One easy way to get over your fear of public speaking, or to improve your current speaking skills is to join a Toastmasters club. The international organization has helped millions of people around the world, all at a minimal cost. Here’s a list …
Long Island Easter Events for the Family
Family Events for Easter on Long Island. What's there to see and do for the whole family on Long Island for Easter 2009?
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.
Long Island Thrift Shops
Thrift shops have been around for a very long time, but in a shaky economy, these economical stores have a broader appeal.
How to file Your NYS and Federal Income Tax
How to file your tax returns if you live on Long Island.
Kid Friendly Restaurants in New York City
Hop on the Long Island Rail Road and take the kids to some of these family-friendly eateries in New York City.
Family Vacations
Long Island is lovely, but when it's time for a vacation, check out this link for ideas on where to travel with the whole family.
Dating Advice for Singles
Single and living in Long Island? Check this link for some tips on how to get more out of your upcoming dates.
Sex and Sexuality for Seniors
Learn more about sexual health and sexuality for seniors at this link. It includes information on sexual dysfunction, sexually transmitted diseases and more.
Exercise for Seniors
Are you a senior who wants to keep in shape and gain total body strength? Learn a great exercise routine that you can do at home.

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