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Old Westbury Gardens is hosting a STEAM Natural Art Summer Session from July 15 to July 19 (Photo from Old Westbury Gardens)

Happenings For Families And Kids

Wednesday, July 10

Family Movie Night

Movies begin at dusk (Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park) Nassau County presents its summer concerts and fun series. Family Movie Night presents: Migration. Call 516-572-0200 for more information. 

Sunday, July 14

Summer Art Series

10 a.m.-12 p.m. (Planting Fields, 1395 Planting Fields Rd. Oyster Bay) Discover the beauty and color of the flowers and plants in bloom at Planting Fields! Participants aged 5 – 12 will explore the Sensory Garden while sketching and drawing in their own Nature Journal and learn how to create still life close-up paintings of flowers like Georgia O’Keefe. Participants will take home their Nature Journal full of exciting botanical drawings, as well as their own floral paintings. Visit plantingfields.org to register.

2024 Four Seasons in Music 

3 p.m.-5 p.m. (Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point) The Preserve’s historic mansions and waterfront grounds are the backdrop for this unique chamber music series, created by Series Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood. Each concert features music and poetry inspired by the time of year and themes of romance and resilience. Internationally renowned musicians present captivating performances with repertoire ranging from Beethoven, Bach, and Mozart to today’s culturally diverse composers. The summer concert presents: Mother Country. 

Tuesday, July 16

Olivia Rodrigo Skate Party

7-9 p.m. (United Skates of America, 1276 Hicksville Rd.) United Skates of America is hosting an Olivia Rodrigo music tribute skate night. Skate to Olivia Rodrigo’s greatest songs and the top 40 greatest hits. Visit unitedskates.com for ticket information.

Close to Home Tuesdays

Movies begin at dusk (North Woodmere Park, 750 Hungry Harbor Rd., Valley Stream) Nassau County presents its summer concerts and fun series. Close to Home Tuesdays presents: Luka. Call 516-572-0200 for more information. 

Wednesday, July 17

Family Movie Nights

Movies begin at dusk (Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park) Nassau County presents its summer concerts and fun series. Family Movie Night presents: Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie. Call 516-572-0200 for more information.

Thursday, July 18

Trolls Pizza Party

6:30- 8:30 p.m. (United Skates of America, 1276 Hicksville Rd.) United Skates of America is hosting Troll’s All You Can Eat Pizza Party. Get ready for a fun-filled day of skating, music, and of course, delicious pizza. Hang out with your favorite characters from the movie Trolls. Don’t miss out on this exciting event where you can groove to the music, enjoy some cheesy slices, and make unforgettable memories with friends and family. Visit unitedskates.com for ticket information.

ONGOING

Fresh Takes STEAM Natural Art Summer Session

July 15- July 19 (Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd.) This program, tailored for children ages 6-9, focuses on the art making process as inspired by the natural world. Artists explore a variety of traditional and lesser-known methods like drawing and painting, printmaking, mixed media and more, in a safe and fun outdoor setting. Open to all levels of experience with an enthusiasm for art. Visit oldwestburygardens.org for registration information. 

Celebrating Harry Potter’s Birthday

July 28-Aug. 11 (Various museums in Huntington) Participating museums include the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, Huntington Historical Society, Northport Historical Society, Walt Whitman Birthplace, The Whaling Museum & Education Center, and Vanderbilt Museum. Each museum will feature unique events on different dates throughout the two-week period. Visit cshwhalingmuseum.org for details.

Adventure Land Amusement Park

Open now (2245 Broad Hallow Rd., Farmingdale) Adventureland is Long Island’s Amusement Park since 1962. Adventure Land welcomes you and your family and friends to come enjoy a fun and exciting day on rides, attractions, games and more. Visit adventureland.us for more details about group events and birthday party details.

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