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Long Island music director on Huntington holiday event: 'It's not your traditional concert'
The Long Island Philharmonia (LIP) is inviting fans of all ages to join the orchestra for a holiday sing-along on Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Huntington Public Library Station Branch.
Deputy director on Winter Welcome Day at Parrish Art Museum: 'It's just a fun day'
The Parrish Art Museum will host a Winter Welcome Day & Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 7, offering family-friendly activities and an opportunity for last-minute artisan shopping.
O'Connell on holiday folk concert in Stony Brook: 'We'll have the audience sing with us'
The Mountain Maidens, a trio on a mission to preserve folk music from Irish ballads to Appalachian tunes, will bring their interactive holiday concert to the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on Sunday, Dec. 22.
Carpenter on Islip's many holiday events: 'something for everyone'
The Town of Islip Holiday Market will return on Saturday, Dec. 7, after a successful debut in 2023. The market will be part of a festive day that includes the annual Santa Parade, Christmas tree lighting, and the holiday lights drive-thru.
IAC director on Bay Shore holiday events: 'We do this all for the community'
The Islip Arts Council (IAC), now celebrating its 50th year, is offering a variety of holiday events this December, most of which are free.
Vanderbilt director on designer-inspired Candlelight Tours: 'The mansion feels really bright and alive'
For the first time, the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport has invited a professional designer to deck the halls for its annual Candlelight Tours, scheduled this year for Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Huntington bar owner on Thanksgiving Eve crawl: 'You're not breaking the bank'
Billed as a “wild night to celebrate Thanksgiving the proper way,” the Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl in Huntington on Wednesday, Nov. 27, offers free entry and drink specials for participants.
East Islip Craft Fair planner: 'Affection and love are put into every piece from an artisan'
The East Islip Craft & Gift Fair will celebrate its 40th year on Saturday, Nov. 23, and Sunday, Nov. 24, at East Islip High School, 1 Redmen St., Islip Terrace.
Teddies for Happiness founder on Centereach car show: 'Come out and support a great cause'
Local law enforcement is rallying to support children in need this holiday season with the second annual Long Island Law Enforcement Charity Car Show and Toy Drive on Saturday, Nov. 16.
South Fork environmental educator highlights ‘opportunity’ to join National Hiking Day
In celebration of National Hiking Day, The South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center (SOFO) in Bridgehampton is offering a guided hike at the Wolf Swamp Preserve on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 10:30 a.m.
Tanger Deer Park rep. of Taylor Swift Experience: 'We knew...it would draw a big crowd'
Santa is teaming up with The Taylor Swift Experience—and a jolly crew of skaters, dancers, stilt walkers, and more—this Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. for the Jingle Bell Bash at Tanger Deer Park.
Johnson on Rocky Point museum Harvest Festival: 'It was very successful last year'
When was the last time you planted garlic or harvested horseradish? The Hallock Homestead Museum in Rocky Point is offering community members the chance to check those off their bucket lists at its Harvest Festival, this Saturday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Whaling Museum assistant director on Nov. events: 'Pickle Day is really cool'
In celebration of National Pickle Day—yes, there is such a thing—the Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor is hosting a pickle party for kids and a Crafts & Cocktails event (pickle-flavored, of course) for adults.
Parsons of North Meets South Fair in Yaphank: 'It's the first time we're having it at a farm'
In sync with its goal to support local agriculture, North Meets South Fair is moving for the first time to an actual farm—Suffolk County Farm in Yaphank—with a variety of artisans and entertainment
Latina Moms founder calls Día de los Muertos at Huntington museum: 'an immersive experience'
The Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington is helping to keep cultural traditions alive with its celebration of Día de los Muertos in collaboration with the Town of Huntington Hispanic Advisory Task Force and Latina Moms Connect Inc. on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Coordinator on West Babylon Greek Food Festival: 'We're very optimistic'
Can’t get enough baklava or pastitsio—often described as Greek lasagna? The St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in West Babylon promises all the traditional favorites—created by an experienced chef—at its Greek Food Festival held this Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 2 and 3, at 200 Great East Neck Road.
Director on Halloween event at Long Island Museum: 'It's a free day here at the museum'
The Long Island Museum in Stony Brook has a tried-and-true method of drawing first-timers—and those with young children—with its Halloween Family Fun program. Inviting participants to take their Halloween costumes for a test-run, the program on Sunday, Oct. 27, offers Mad Science Long Island and a first-time puppet show featuring “Frankenstein Reimagined.”
Davis on Deepwells Farm Haunted Mansion: 'really super scary'
Promising to haunt guests long after they leave, the Deepwells Farm Haunted Mansion in St. James is not for the faint of heart with over 15 rooms dedicated to Halloween frights.
Castillo on Long Island Restaurant Week: 'We're getting back to our pre-COVID levels'
Long Island Restaurant Week is back for its fall season, giving diners a chance to break free from their culinary routine and travel the world one dish at a time, from Cuba to France.
Town Supervisor: Oct. 26 Islip Apple Fest is 'one of the biggest festivals on Long Island'
Like a tiny seed that becomes a towering tree, the Islip Apple Festival has blossomed over the years into a tri-state event, attracting some 40,000 fairgoers annually.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing
Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.
Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July
Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.