News by Donna Rolando
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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.
Farmingville Hills Chamber president on Pumpkin Pick & Paint: 'We made it our mission to connect'
Family fun combines with an opportunity to help the hungry this Saturday, Oct. 19, at the second annual Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce free Pumpkin Pick and Paint.
Russo on Walk to End Alzheimer's in Yaphank: 'We look forward to creating more awareness'
With the emergence of new treatments for Alzheimer’s, the annual Walk to End the disease in Yaphank is offering new excitement and hope for those who will gather on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Eagen on celestial classes at Vanderbilt Planetarium: 'I like to think of out-of-the-box ways to practice yoga'
For those whose exercise routine is in a rut, the Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium in Centerport has a possible boredom buster with a program that adds a celestial element to yoga.
Sayers on Sweetbriar Nature Center's Spooktacular: 'There's going to be some mad scientists'
Participants will have their pick of fright intensity at the Sweetbriar Nature Center’s annual Spooktacular on Saturday, Oct. 12 with the biggest scare consisting of pop-out figures ready to startle those who dare intrude. The event takes place from 6-9 p.m. and is designed for those ages 7 and up.
Sagtikos Manor spokeswoman on Bay Shore fall event: 'Everyone loves to participate in our funeral procession'
Sagtikos Manor in Bay Shore will get into the Halloween spirit on Sunday, Oct. 13, with its annual Fall Festival and Mourning at the Manor. Guests are welcome to join in a Victorian funeral procession to the estate’s own Thompson-Gardiner Cemetery and stick around for what’s billed as interaction with spirits.
Seatuck director on Islip's Bats & Brews Benefit: 'We expect 500 people'
Now in its 15th year, the Seatuck Environmental Association’s Bats & Brews Benefit is reaching beyond its signature bat focus this year for its key fundraiser on Oct. 19 in Islip.
Famous Food Festival CEO of upcoming Babylon event: 'We have a ton of vendors'
If you’re anything like the creator of the Famous Food Festival in Babylon, finding tempting cuisine at the upcoming event won’t be a problem, but picking just one as your favorite might be.
Nugent on Hamptons film festival: 'It's an honor to celebrate an esteemed group of accomplished artists'
There's no need to travel all over the world to see the best in cinema. The Hamptons International Film Festival is entering its 32nd year of presenting the planet’s best and brightest flicks at various venues in East Hampton and the surrounding area.
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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.
Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude
In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.
Purple Heart Day Honors Wounded Warriors—and Its Origins on Long Island
Who knew: the first Purple Heart decoration was made by Gen. Washington here in Suffolk.