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Happenings in Nassau County: Sept. 27 through Oct. 2

Friday, Sept. 27

Movie Night & Trivia: Top Gun
5:30 p.m.
Enjoy three rounds of the “Top Gun” trivia challenge before watching a screening of the movie in the theater of the Cradle of Aviation Museum. Snacks will be provided. You can purchase $25 advanced tickets, and members attend for free.
Charles Lindbergh Blvd, Garden City. 516-572-4111, https://www.cradleofaviation.org/.

CHSL Concert Series: Junwen Liang
6:00 p.m.
Join pianist Junwen Liang as he presents the music of Shubert, Chopin, and Lizt at Cold Spring Harbor Labratory’s Grace Auditorium. Tickets are $20.
1 Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 516-368-8844, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cshl-concert-series-junwen-liang-tickets-1009388778007?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl.

Groove Flow Friday Night, A Retro Yoga Dance Party
7:30 p.m.
Join Here and Now Yoga for a blend of rhythms and yoga. You’ll enjoy rockin’ hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s while you treat your spirit and body to a healthy workout. The drop-in fee is $30, and pre-registration is required.
22 Verbena Ave, Floral Park. 516-440-7057, https://hereandnowyoga.com/.

“Hillbilly Hoedown”-Audience Interactive Murder Mystery and Special Event
7:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this interactive murder mystery event filled with music, prizes, dancing, prizes, and more at The Brokerage in Bellmore. Tickets are $25.
2797 Merrick Road, Bellmore. 516-781-5233, https://brokerage.govs.com.

Couples Art: Starry Nightfall
7:30 p.m.
Bring your sweetie over to Muse Paintbar, where you’ll create a romantic masterpiece together. The work can also be completed solo, and no experience is necessary. The fee is $50 per painter.
837 Franklin Ave, Garden City. 888-607-6873, https://www.musepaintbar.com/.

Sally Rooney Intermezzo Release Party
7:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this event celebrating the release of Sally Rooney’s new book about the grief, love, and loyalty of two brothers. Sally Rooney will not be attending the event.
1542 Nothern Blvd, Manhasset. 516-365-6723, https://stores.barnesandnoble.com.

Y2K Skate Party
9:30 p.m.
Grab your wheels and your best 2000s gear and roll on over to United Skates of America, where you’ll hear your favorite pop and R&B tunes through midnight. You must be age 18 and over, and ID is required. Admission is $10, and skate rentals are $5.
1278 Hicksville Road, Seaford. 516-795-5474, https://www.unitedskates.com/.

Saturday, Sept. 28

Seaford Farmer’s Market
7:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Don’t miss fresh treats from local purveyors, including honey, fish, pickles, empanadas, fudge, beer, hot sauce, and more, on Saturday mornings in Seaford.
Corner of Washington Street and Sunrise Highway, Seaford. https://longislandgrowersmarket.com/.

Port Washington’s Farmers Market
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
All-organic farmers’ market in New York State. Produce and other artisanal food products plus a café.
Town Dock, 347 Main St., Port Washington

Deep Roots Farmers Market in Glen Cove
9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Deep Roots Farmers Market in Glen Cove offers locally grown vegetables, farm fresh eggs, meats and dairy, fresh baked breads and pastries, artisan cheeses, fresh seafood, local honey, prepared foods, jams, coffees, and much more. Weekly guest art and craft vendors. Live music, too. Deep Roots was voted The Best Farmers Market on Long Island by the LI Choice Awards for the third year in a row.
Garvies Point Park, Garvies Point Road

2nd Annual Superheroes For Childcare 5K & Kids Fun Run
9:30 a.m.
Help raise money for families living and working on Long Island in need of quality child care. Register in advance through Elitefeats.
Eisenhower Park Parking Field 2, East Meadow. 516-531-3323, https://events.elitefeats.com/24superheroes?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral

Valley Stream Community Fest
10:00 a.m.
Celebrate fall in Valley Stream with vendors, live music, food, and family fun.
Rockaway Ave between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road, Valley Stream. https://www.vscommunityfest.com/.

Kayak Conservation Cruise
10:00 a.m.
Learn about the marine life and history of Oyster Bay with this guided paddle cruise led by Friends of the Bay and the Waterfront Center.
1 West End Ave, Oyster Bay. 516-922-7245, https://www.thewaterfrontcenter.org/.

Long Island Home Show
Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28 and 29, 10:00 a.m.
Get ready for your next small or large renovation project with expert exhibitors and designers at Nassau Collesium. Purchase free passes in advance or pay $10 at the door.
1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale. 516-654-8203, https://www.nassaucoliseum.com/.

Celebrate Pride in Port on Saturday, Sept. 28 (Photo by Pam Monfort)

Pride in Port
All day on Saturday, Sept. 28
Celebrate Pride in Port with a full day of family fun activities. 10:45 a.m. – Pre-parade entertainment at LIRR Station. 11:30 a.m. – Parade from Belleview Ave to Schreiber High School. 12:30 p.m. – Free lunch for seniors 55+ (call 516-883-6656 to reserve space). 12:30 p.m. – Family Fun Day activities and free rides. 12-6 p.m. – Food Court Village. 2:00 p.m. – Homecoming Football Game. 3:15 p.m. – Cornhole Tournament. 4:15 p.m. – Line Dancing
Call 515-883-6566 for more information.

Farmers, Artisans, & Friends Marketplace
11:00 a.m.
Enjoy over 50 vendors selling produce, homegoods, collectibles, and more in downtown Farmingdale. Pumpkins, mums, and an autumn backdrop for pictures are also part of the fall-flavored fun. Admission is free.
Triangle Park, Farmingdale. 631-260-7411, https://farmingvilleresidents.home.blog/.

Mansion Tour
1:00 p.m.
Join the Nassau County Museum of Art for a tour of the Neo-Georgian mansion that was the home of the Frick family from 1919-1965. The tour is free with museum admission.
One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor. 516-484-9338, https://nassaumuseum.org/.

Spirit Carnival and Oktoberfest at Adelphi
1:00 p.m.
Enjoy food, games, live music, rides, and more at this family-friendly event. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased in advance online. An Oktoberfest will take place next to the carnival under the Alumni Beer Tent; separate tickets can also be purchased ahead of time.
One South Ave, Garden City. 516-877-3603, https://adelphi.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=3001&p=1.

Ravioli Workshop
4:00 p.m.
Learn to make ricotta ravioli from scratch at The Cooking Lab in Port Washington. The event is suitable for adults and older children.
160 Main Street, Port Washington. 516-570-0050, https://www.thecookinglabpw.com/.

Long Island Wine & Food Classic
6:00 p.m.
Don’t miss this annual event at Farmingdale State College that includes culinary offerings from over 30 different restaurants, fine wine, craft brews, live entertainment, and more. Tickets are $99-$149.
2350 New York 110, Farmingdale. 631-520-8063, https://www.squadup.com/events/liwfc.

Jelly Roll: Beautifully Broken Tour
7:00 p.m.
Party with American singer, songwriter, and rapper Jelly Roll at the UBS Arena in Elmont. Tickets begin at $57.
2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. 516-460-8050, https://ubsarena.com/.

Back to the 80s With Jessie’s Girl
8:00 p.m.
Rock out to all your favorite 80s hits at The Paramount in Huntington. Tickets begin at $38.
370 New York Ave, Huntington. 631-673-7300, https://www.paramountny.com/.

Just Chillin’
8:30-10:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this sassy night-out painting event at Painting With a Twist in Baldwin. The fee is $37, and a selection of wine and beer will be available at affordable prices. This is not a BYOB event.
855 Merrick Road, Baldwin. 516-401-8846, paintingwithatwist.com/studio/baldwin-ny

Sunday, Sept. 29

Outdoor Yoga x Practice at Bailey Arboretum
9:30 a.m.
Yogis of all levels can take in the bucolic scenery of Bailey Arboretum while flexing, posing, and breathing their way to better mental and physical health.
194 Bayville Road, Locust Valley. 516-922-2800, https://www.practiceoysterbay.com/.

Deep Roots Farmers Market in Great Neck
10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
With 15+ weekly vendors, the Market features locally grown vegetables, fresh baked breads and sweets, artisan cheeses, fresh seafood, honey, prepared foods, jams, coffees, and much more. Weekly guest art and craft vendors and live music, too. The Great Neck Farmers Market is a collaborative project of the Deep Roots Farmers Market and the Great Neck Park District.
Firefighters Park, 30 Grace Ave., Great Neck

Syosset Street Fair
10:00 a.m.
Enjoy live music, 200 vendors, and food trucks all day long in Syosset. Admission is free!
59 Jackson Ave, Syosset. 516-442-6000, https://nassaucountyfairs.com/syosset-september-29.

TOH 1st Annual “Pink in the Park” Breast Cancer Awareness Event
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Enjoy PINK activities for the whole family both inside and out of the Heckscher Museum of Art. There will be over twenty vendors, and no registration is required.
2 Prime Ave, Huntington. 631-380-3230, https://www.heckscher.org/.

2nd Annual Checkmate Hate
11:00 a.m.
Enjoy this chess tournament and support CHESSanity, which is partnering with the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center to combat hate and bigotry in Nassau County. Casual play, blitz, and bughouse are part of the fun.
00 Crescent Beach Road, Glen Cove. 516-571-8040, https://www.hmtcli.org/.

31st Annual Malverne Classic Fall Festival & Classic Car Show
11:00 a.m.
Celebrate fall with a classic car show, Kids’ zone, bouncers, slides, food, craft vendors, and live music! Admission is free, and a the rain date is October 20.
Church Street, Malverne. 516-664-5615, https://www.lifairs.com/.

The Price is Right Live!
3:00 and 7 p.m.
Come on down to the Westbury Music Fair, where everyone in the audience has a chance to win prizes, and some will get chosen to play on stage! VIP packages are available.
960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury. 516-247-5200, https://www.westburymusicfair.com/shows.

Post Malone
8:00 p.m.
Don’t miss this rapper, singer, and songwriter known for hits like “Sunflower” and “Rockstar” at Jones Beach Theater. VIP tickets are available.
895 Bay Parkway, Wantagh. 866-558-8568, https://jonesbeach.com/.

Tuesday, Oct. 1

Wedding Showcase
6:00 p.m.
If you’re planning a big day, don’t miss a night to remember at Fox Hollow, where you’ll meet Long Island’s premiere wedding professionals, sample delicious cuisine, tour the grounds, and win prizes. Admission is free for engaged couples.
7725 Jericho Turnpike Woodbury. 516-921-1415, https://www.thefoxhollow.com/.

Fall Showcase
6:00-9 p.m.
Meet with food, music, and decor vendors for ideas for weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions at the New Hyde Park Inn. Tickets are $20 at the door for non-booked clients.
214 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park. 516-354-7797, https://theinnatnhp.com/.

Barenaked Ladies: In-Flight Tour
7:30 p.m.
Don’t miss the Barenaked Ladies playing hits like “One Week” and “Pinch Me” at the Tilles Center. Opening for them will be Toad the Wet Sprocket.
720 Northern Blvd, Brookville. 516-299-3100, https://www.tillescenter.org/.

Still With the Sound of My Voice: Linda Ronstadt
8:00 p.m.
Meet Broadway veteran Elizabeth Warren Lane, who has been in shows like Amazing Grace, Memphis, and The Scarlet Pimpernel. This show is a salute to the songs of the great Linda Ronstadt. Tickets are $45.
250 Main Street, Northport. 631-261-2900, https://www.engemantheater.com/.

Kids Eat Free
Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 1 and 2, All Day
Kiddos under age 12 can eat free every Tuesday and Wednesday at the Corner Galley Family Restaurant. There is a limit of one child meal per adult entree.
5411 Merrick Road, Massapequa. 516-788-5018, https://cornergalley.net/.

Wednesday, Oct. 2

Tai Chi in the Gardens
10:30 a.m.
Improve your strength, flexibility, and balance with Tai Chi in the beautiful Westbury Gardens. The fee is $23 per session, and members enjoy a $15 discount.
71 Old Westbury Road, Westbury. 516-333-0048, https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/.

Cake Decorating Class
7:00 p.m.
Learn about piping bags, borders, ruffles, and stars at The Well-Seasoned Chef. You can take your own decorated cake home to enjoy.
45 New Hyde Park Road, Garden City. 516-488-1008, https://www.thewellseasonedchef.com/.

Free Style & Old School Hip Hop Music Bingo
7:30 p.m.
Test your knowledge of old-school hip-hop at 317 Main in Farmingdale! A fee of $20 includes 2 Bingo cards. Upgrade to a $30 ticket, and you’ll also get bottomless Sangria & Blue Point Toasted Lager. The event is for Bingo blitzers ages twenty-one and up.
317 Main Street, Farmingdale. 516-512-5317, https://www.317mainstreet.com/events/.

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