Mommy Poppins - Things to Do with Kids - Long Island

Preschool Craft: Leprechauns at the Merrick Library

Jaime Sumersille — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 16:20:51 +0000

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am

https://www.merricklibrary.org/events/

Cost:

Free

Head to the Merrick Library with your preschooler to make a leprechaun craft. Registration for Merrick cardholders begins March 1. All other cardholders register March 9.

For more FREE events happening in March, check out our monthly roundup.

Recommended Age:

2-5

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Merrick Library

2279 Merrick Ave.

11566 Merrick , NY

Phone: 516-377-1108

40° 39' 42.5124" N, 73° 33' 3.7404" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Arts

Free

Indoors

Admission Services

Menorah Lighting in Bellmore

Jaime Sumersille — Wed, 14 Nov 2029 23:29:14 +0000

Sunday, December 29, 2024 - 4:30pm to 5:30pm

https://www.bellmorechamber.com/events/details/menorah-lighting-2822?calendarMon...

Cost:

Free

Join religious leaders from Congregation Beth Ohr in the heart of Bellmore village, who will lead participants in prayer as they light a 10-foot Hanukkah menorah.

This year's celebration includes singing traditional Hanukkah songs, led by students of the Hebrew and nursery schools, as well as Hanukkah giveaways compliments of the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores.

Recommended Age:

All ages

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Bellmore Village

Bedford Ave & Petitt Ave.

11710 Bellmore , NY

Phone: 516-679-1875

40° 40' 9.8688" N, 73° 31' 38.8956" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Free

Outdoor & Nature

Violet’s Victory at the Nassau County Museum of Art

Jaime Sumersille — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:01:17 +0000

Saturday, January 10, 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

https://nassaumuseum.org/project/violets-victory/

Cost:

Child: $10. Adult: $20.

Join children’s author Valerie Goldstein at the Nassau County Museum of Art for a special storytime! Dive into Violet’s Victory! and follow Violet, a determined young girl with lavender hair, as she discovers her strength, perseverance, and the power of adaptive sports on her journey to achieve her dreams.

After the reading, meet Valerie for a book signing and enjoy a hands-on craft inspired by Violet’s story of creativity, courage, and confidence.

Recommended Age:

2-14

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Nassau County Museum of Art

1 Museum Drive The Manes Center Building

11576 Roslyn , NY

Phone: 516-484-9338

40° 48' 29.34" N, 73° 38' 35.6604" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Arts

Books & Stories

Indoors

STEM

Town of North Hempstead Movies in the Park

Jaime Sumersille — Fri, 15 May 2026 02:43:41 +0000

Repeats every 2 weeks until Tue Aug 19 2025.

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 - 8:30pm

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 8:30pm

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 - 8:30pm

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - 8:30pm

https://www.northhempsteadny.gov/index.php

Cost:

Free

Bring your picnic dinner, lawn chairs, and enjoy these family-friendly films at various locations across the Town of North Hempstead.

2025 Movie Schedule:

Madagascar: Tuesday, July 1 at TIME TBD at Caemmerer Park, 165 Wentworth Avenue, Albertson
Moana 2: Tuesday, July 15 at TIME TBD. Manorhaven Beach Park, 158 Manorhaven Boulevard, Port Washington
Shrek: Tuesday, July 29 at TIME TBD. Fuschillo Park, Broadmoor Lane & Carle Road, Carle Place
Honey, I Shrunk The Kids: Tuesday, August 5 at 7 pm Clark Botanic Garden, 193 IU Willets Road, Albertson
Lilo & Stitch: Tuesday, August 19 at TIME TBD. Bunky Reid Park, Broadway & Urban Avenue, Westbury

Recommended Age:

All

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Clark Botanic Garden

193 I.U. Willets Rd.

11507 Albertson , NY

Phone: 516-869-6311

40° 46' 19.7256" N, 73° 38' 23.9748" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Films & Photography

Free

Outdoor & Nature

25 Cool Things To Do on February's Winter Break with Long Island Kids

Jaime Sumersille — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 12:31:56 +0000

Winter break, February vacation, President's Week, or mid-winter break — no matter what you call it, your Long Island kids will be home from school for a whole week, and you need fun ideas to keep them busy!

Our list of 25 family-friendly, interactive, and exciting events happening across Long Island is a must-read. February break on Long Island runs from Monday, February 16, to Friday, February 20, 2026, this year.

My kids love so many of these incredible activities and places to visit during our stay-cation. We like to plan a day to explore at the Long Island Aquarium, and the kids always ask for ice skating! For parents who have to work, there are one-day and week-long camps to get the kids out of the house and into the action.

For even more ideas, check out our awesome Winter Fun Guide and list of 100 FREE Things to Do with Kids on Long Island.

St. Patrick’s Day Crafts at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

info_191148 — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 01:01:14 +0000

Repeats every day until Tue Mar 17 2026.

Sunday, March 15, 2026 Various times

Monday, March 16, 2026 Various times

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Various times

http://cshfishhatchery.org/event/st-patricks-day-mosaic-craft/

Cost:

General $7, Seniors $6, Kids 3-12 $5, Hatchery Members Free

Create your own festive mosaic at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Visit with the animals and reptiles while you're getting crafty!

Recommended Age:

All ages

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Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium

1660 Rte 25A

11724 Cold Spring Harbor , NY

Phone: 516-692-6768

40° 51' 26.082" N, 73° 27' 51.2712" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Arts

Indoors

Outdoor & Nature

STEM

Admission Services

Easter Bunny 5K Race Run/Walk at Eisenhower Park

nassau-li_187580 — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 18:23:18 +0000

Sunday, April 5, 2026 - 8:30am to 12:00pm

https://eventvesta.com/events/129254/t/tickets

Cost:

$18.28/ Kids Fun Run: $1

The Easter Bunny 5K Race Run/Walk at Eisenhower Park kicks off with a Kids Fun Run.

There will be limited day of registration.
9am Start Rain or Shine
8:30am Kids Fun Run Start

NOTE: Participants can save $10 by becoming a LIRRC Member. Become a Duck today - you can sign up during the registration process!

Active Military is free (must show military ID at registration)

Kids fun run is only $1. (Money will be collected day of at registration)

Recommended Age:

All ages

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Eisenhower Park - Field 2

1825 Hempstead Turnpike

11554 East Meadow , NY 40° 43' 26.3928" N, 73° 34' 6.0168" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Fitness & Wellness

Outdoor & Nature

Sports

Admission Services

The Bunny Trail 5K Run/Walk at Bethpage State Park

nassau-li_187580 — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:22:43 +0000

Saturday, April 4, 2026 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

https://eventvesta.com/events/129252/t/tickets

Cost:

$33.80/Kiddie Run: Free

The Bunny Trail 5K Run/Walk at Bethpage State Park kicks off with a free Kiddie Run through the beautiful trails.

Participants get a free Bunny Trail t-shirt. Bring home some treats from Waterloo Sparkling Water!

9:30am 5K Start
Free Kiddie Run 9am Start
Rain or Shine

Race Site: Bethpage State Park - "Polo at the Park"
Parking: Bethpage State Park Playground

PREPARE YOUR DESTINATION AHEAD OF TIME:
Drive down Bethpage State Park Picnic Polo Road. Pass the toll booth.
Parking Lot: is to the left. You'll be able to walk up to the polo field from the parking lot.

BENEFICIARY
100% of donations benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation; a 501(c)(3) non-profit that supports athletic and charitable events as they raise awareness and foster community involvement. Never Stop Running Foundation also supports and develops elite athletes at the local, national and international level.

Recommended Age:

All ages

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Bethpage Polo at the Park

Plainview Road & Manchester Dr

11963 Bethpage , NY 40° 44' 33.216" N, 73° 28' 20.1504" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Fitness & Wellness

Outdoor & Nature

Sports

Admission Services

ASPIRE 10K in Plainview

nassau-li_187580 — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:15:14 +0000

Saturday, April 4, 2026 - 8:30am to 12:00pm

https://eventvesta.com/events/129250/t/tickets

Cost:

$44.15

This ASPIRE 10K kicks off at a middle school, throughout the roads of Plainview and includes a few kids' categories for racing.

8:30am Start Rain or Shine

AMENITIES
Top quality “Aspire 10K" shirt
Finisher Medal
Plenty of great post-race refreshments
Post-race drawing for dozens of great prizes! Must be present to win
Live results and free same-day Finish Line & 5K Split photos

AWARDS
Top 3 M/F Overall
1st Place M/F will get a Pair of Saucony Ride 18 running shoes
2nd Place M/F will get a $30 Gift Card to Runner's Edge
3rd Place M/F will get a $20 Gift Card to Runner's Edge
Top 3 M/F Wheelchair
Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 9 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+
Top 3 M/F Masters 40 to 59 years
Top 3 M/F Senior Masters 60+ years
Top 1 M/F Age Graded will get a Pair of Saucony Ride 18 running shoes

SPECIAL AWARDS
Top 1 M/F Residents of Plainview-Old Bethpage.
$500 Cash Prize if the OA Male winner breaks Pat Petersen’s race record of 30:27 (1988).
$500 Cash Prize if the OA Female winner breaks Leonora Petrina’s race record of 33:39 (2014).

BENEFICIARY
Proceeds benefit the Sunrise Association. The mission of the Sunrise Association is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings worldwide. Sunrise accomplishes this through the creation and oversight of welcoming, inclusive summer day camps, year-round programs and in-hospital recreational activities, all offered free of charge.

Recommended Age:

All ages

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H.B. Mattlin Middle School

100 Washington Ave

11803 Plainview , NY 40° 46' 44.7708" N, 73° 27' 48.582" W

New York

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Activity Category:

Fitness & Wellness

Outdoor & Nature

Sports

Admission Services

Stranger Things Pop Up at Haunted House of Hamburgers

Jaime Sumersille — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:27:40 +0000

Repeats every week every Sunday and every Friday and every Saturday until Sun Feb 01 2026.

Saturday, January 17, 2026 Various times

Sunday, January 18, 2026 Various times

Friday, January 23, 2026 Various times

Saturday, January 24, 2026 Various times

Sunday, January 25, 2026 Various times

Friday, January 30, 2026 Various times

Saturday, January 31, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 1, 2026 Various times

https://www.instagram.com/p/DTOpKvtlQ_4/?hl=en

Cost:

Menu pricing varies

POV: Something strange is happening in Farmingdale. The Upside Down is creeping in…Stranger Things weekends are at the Haunted House of Hamburgers, and team members are dressed as cast members to bring the show to life. Book early, because weekend slots fill up fast. Reserve through Yelp, their website, or via Google. Menu pricing varies. No additional ticketing needed.

NOTE: This is a limited-run, pop-up experience, so be sure to check with the restaurant before visiting!

WATCH the reel from our visit.

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