Things to Do with Kids on Long Island this Weekend
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WANT TO GO? $15; $10 Children; Free for members
Charity Challenge
WHEN: Sunday, Sep. 24 WHERE: Eisenhower Park – Field 2, , Eisenhower Park – Field 2, Eisenhower Park – Field 2
WHAT:
9AM Start Rain or Shine
FREE Kiddie Fun Run 8:30AM Start
EISENHOWER PARK – FIELD 2
Parking Lot 2, East Meadow, NY 11554
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Post Race Food & Snacks courtesy of All Round Foods!
Fall for Your Furry Friend Adoption Event FREE
WHEN: Sunday, Sep. 24 WHERE: Dogtopia of Bethpage, , Dogtopia of Bethpage, Dogtopia of Bethpage
WHAT:
Dogtopia of Bethpage will be hosting an Adoption Drive & Fundraising event featuring local animal rescues, dog related vendors, and plenty of fun activities for the family. These activities include raffles, agility lessons, balloon animals, and more. This event is aimed to help adoptable puppies find a home, and raise money for the Dogtopia Foundation.
WANT TO GO? FreeExploring the Geology of Montauk with Frank
WHEN: Sunday, Sep. 24 WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo), South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, NY, South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo), South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo)
WHAT:
Believed by many to be Long Island’s most spectacular geological exposure the “Ditch Plains Section” has been studied by geologists for more than 100 years and is still full of the mysteries of our glacial past. On this walk you’ll follow magnificent trails, down to the ocean, that lead to rare and unusual geologic formations – hoodoos, bizarre, fluted pinnacles of clay, – ice contact deposits, known as Montauk till, the rocks and soil material carried by the glacier and then left behind when it melted, approximately 10,000 to 12,000 years ago.
Walk Leader: Frank Quevedo, SOFO Executive Director
This program is for adults and teens.
This program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Members are free. Advanced reservations are required for all events.
WANT TO GO? $15; $10 Children; Free for membersNature Walk Art: Creating Sun Prints with Leaves and Flowers
WHEN: Sunday, Sep. 24 WHERE: South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo), South Fork Natural History Museum, 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, NY, South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo), South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo)
WHAT:
Through a blend of art & science, create magical prints with natural materials and the power of sunlight! Participants will be able to collect organic objects such as leaves and flowers in a walk through Vineyard Field, which will then be used to create unique artwork with sunprint paper. Additionally, there will be a discussion on the properties and power of UV light.
Program Leader: Nikole Holowat, SOFO Environmental Educator
This program is for children ages 6 and older.
Program fee will also provide non-members with free admission to the museum on a day of their choice. Advanced reservations are required for all events.
WANT TO GO? $3 fee, $15 Adults, $10 Children, Free for membersAutumnal Tumbler
WHEN: Friday, Sep. 29 WHERE: Westhampton Free Library, , Westhampton Free Library, Westhampton Free Library
WHAT:
Age: Adults
Join us to decorate a reusable glass tumbler with fun seasonal designs made with Cricut vinyl! (Registration required).
WANT TO GO? Free with Westhampton Free Library CardCircus Vazquez
WHEN: Friday, Sep. 29 WHERE: Walt Whitman Mall, , Walt Whitman Mall, Walt Whitman Mall
WHAT:
This brand-new high-energy production brings together a magnificent new cast of international circus superstars that will delight audiences of all ages. This awe-inspiring, death-defying, hilarious and affordable live circus experience is unforgettable fun for the entire family. The performers are the heart of the circus and Circus Vazquez features some of the world’s finest. Ringmaster Memo Vazquez, a third-generation performer, presides over the festivities as the amiable host who sometimes even finds himself getting in on the act. Italy’s award-winning clown duo, Fumagalli and Davis, will elicit an abundance of laughs with their distinctive brand of outrageous comedy. The Reyes Brothers, from Chile, deftly demonstrate their fast-paced juggling prowess. Be amazed by the acrobatic artistry of the Legion M Teeterboard Troupe, direct from Mongolia. The incomparable unicycle master Pavel Valla Bertini, will keep audiences on the edge of their seat as he builds up to a gravity-defying 15-wheel vertical cycle. High above the circus ring, trapeze artist Camilla Palma from Chile presents a heart-pounding and breathtaking aerial display. India’s Hasan Ansari showcases his extreme dexterity in the rarely seen Palo Hindu act. The members of Ukraine’s Bingo Troupe bring an exciting mix of lively dance and acrobatic performances. Throughout the show, the live Circus Vazquez Band weaves together a magnificent musical tapestry that accompanies each act. And once the show is over, the audience is able to meet many of the stars who just entertained them.
WANT TO GO? $30-$80
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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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