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2
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
3
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
4
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
5
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
3:00 pm
Free Fridays!!
(Brooklyn)New York Aquarium
602 Surf Ave.
(718) 265-3474
FREE admission 3pm to 6pm
(last entry 45 minutes before closing
Location:  Brooklyn
5:00 pm
President's Day Writing Contest
(Oyster Bay)Raynham Hall Museum
20 West Main Street
(516) 922-6808
Students grades 2-6 are eligible to enter a contest celebrating America's past. Co-sponsored with the DAR and Baykery Cafe, 3 winners in each category receive special prizes. Please call the museum for an entry form and list of rules and regulations. Winners will be invited to a special ceremony at the museum.
5pm FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
6
 11:00 am
Cinderella
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
The classic fairy tale springs to life in this fast-paced live musical production. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includespopcorn & soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
8:00 pm-11:00 pm
4th Annual Bowling for K.I.S.S. Classic
(Syosset)AMF Syosset Lanes
Jericho Tpke. & Eileen Way
(516) 822-3535 x358
Parents can enjoy a fun evening of bowling, dinner, drinks and raffles. All proceeds benefit the Mid-Island Y JCC's K.I.S.S. Center (Kids In Special Services), which provides programs and services for children and teens with special needs. Sponsorships are available. For more info or to register.
8p-11p $75
Location:  Syosset
7
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
12:00 pm
Hofstra Summer Camps Open House
(Hempstead)Hofstra University Physical Fitness Center
North Campus
(516) 463-CAMP
Parents can attend this open house session and receive information on Hofstra's summer camp programs.
12p-2:30p FREE
Location:  Hempstead
1:00 pm
Family Sunday at the Museum
(Roslyn Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
11 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9338
Docent-led famly walk through the exhibition
& art activities
1pm FREE with museum admission
$10 $4 children, $2 parking
Location:  Roslyn Harbor
2:00 pm
Journey into the World of Magic
(Plainview)Mid-Island Y JCC
45 Manetto Hill Rd.
(516) 822-3535
Families with kids ages 3 and up enjoy a magical performance, presented by MES Magical Productions. To purchase tickets, call Beverly in the JCC's Adult Services Department at 516-822-3535, ext. 347.
2pm $6 adults, $8 children (plus $1 at the door)
Location:  Plainview
2:00 pm
Ranger-Guided Nature Walk
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Families take Ranger-guided nature walks to the Cold Spring Harbor Inlet. Participants will meet at the Visitor Center at 2pm. Be prepared to walk on some hilly terrain and dress appropriately.
2pm FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
8
9
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
4:00 pm
Valentine's Day Cookie Workshop
(Oyster Bay)Raynham Hall Museum
20 West Main Street
(516) 922-6808
Kids learn to bake cookies with Oyster Bay's master baker, Kieran Shea (of the Baykery Cafe), in RHM's Victorian Kitchen. Space is limited. Registration required.
4pm $15
Location:  Oyster Bay
10
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
11
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
12
 11:00 am
Great Backyard Bird Count
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
This annual four-day event engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent and in Hawaii.It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long as you like each day of the event. Help survey the birds and learn how to do it from home.
11am FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
3:00 pm
Free Fridays!!
(Brooklyn)New York Aquarium
602 Surf Ave.
(718) 265-3474
FREE admission 3pm to 6pm
(last entry 45 minutes before closing
Location:  Brooklyn
13
 11:00 am
Cinderella
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
The classic fairy tale springs to life in this fast-paced live musical production. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includespopcorn & soda)
Location:  Bellmore
11:00 am
Great Backyard Bird Count
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
This annual four-day event engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent and in Hawaii.It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long as you like each day of the event. Help survey the birds and learn how to do it from home.
11am FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
3:00 pm
If I Only Had a Heart
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Inspired by the Tin Man character from The Wizard of Oz, kids ages 7 and up create their own moving sculpture using tin, fishing line and a variety of materials. They'll also meet Meryl Taradash, the kinetic sculpture artist who created the new art installation in front of the museum.
3pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
6:30 pm-10:30 pm
Dive-In Movie
(Plainview)Mid-Island Y Jewish Center
45 Manetto Hill Rd.
(516) 822-3535 x-317
Children ages 7-11 will enjoy a Saturday night recreational swim and newly released movie. A make-your-own-sundae provides a sweet ending to this fun-filled winter evening. Pre-registration is suggested. Call for more details.
6:30p-10p $35 (50% sibling discount)
Location:  Plainview
14
 11:00 am
Great Backyard Bird Count
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
This annual four-day event engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent and in Hawaii.It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long as you like each day of the event. Help survey the birds and learn how to do it from home.
11am FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Family Sunday at the Museum
(Roslyn Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
11 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9338
Docent-led famly walk through the exhibition
& art activities
1pm FREE with museum admission
$10 $4 children, $2 parking
Location:  Roslyn Harbor
2:00 pm
Ranger-Guided Nature Walk
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Families take Ranger-guided nature walks to the Cold Spring Harbor Inlet. Participants will meet at the Visitor Center at 2pm. Be prepared to walk on some hilly terrain and dress appropriately.
2pm FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
15
Presidents Day

9:00 am-5:00 pm
Tour Sagamore Hill
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Celebrate President's Day by touring Theodore Roosevelt's home and grounds. President Roosevelt will be on hand, portrayed by James Foote, greeting guests. Visit the museum at Old Orchard. Kids ages 6-15 can participate in a free, educational Junior Ranger program where they can earn a Jr.Ranger badge and a patch for completing activities. Contact the visitor staff for more information.
9a-5p $5 adults FREE kids 15 & under
Location:  Oyster Bay
9:00 am-2:00 pm
Winter Audubon Adventures
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
During Presidents' Week winter break, kids ages 4-12 years old explore the wonders that await them in the natural world at the Audubon Center. Educators teach them about nature through hikes, games, crafts, stories and live animal presentations, all based around an exciting daily theme, including a Valentine's Party, Pajama Party, Green Party and Theodore Roosevelt Party. Contact Chrissy Albanese for costs and registration inform
Location:  Oyster Bay
11:00 am
Blue's Clues Live!
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
Enjoy this break-through play-along show that allows its audience to "step inside" and become part of a bright, fanciful world where the host, Steve, lives with his animated puppy, Blue. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includes popcorn and soda)
Location:  Bellmore
11:00 am
Great Backyard Bird Count
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
This annual four-day event engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent and in Hawaii.It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long as you like each day of the event. Help survey the birds and learn how to do it from home.
11am FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
1:00 pm
Building the Emerald City
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
As part of the traveling exhibit, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," kids help to create the Emerald City, at the end of the famous yellow brick road, which starts in Munchkin Country. Add to the artwork and build an ongoing collaborative sculpture using wood, glue, paint and other exciting materials.
1pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
16
 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Tour Sagamore Hill
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Celebrate President's Day by touring Theodore Roosevelt's home and grounds. President Roosevelt will be on hand, portrayed by James Foote, greeting guests. Visit the museum at Old Orchard. Kids ages 6-15 can participate in a free, educational Junior Ranger program where they can earn a Jr.Ranger badge and a patch for completing activities. Contact the visitor staff for more information.
9a-5p $5 adults FREE kids 15 & under
Location:  Oyster Bay
9:00 am-2:00 pm
Winter Audubon Adventures
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
During Presidents' Week winter break, kids ages 4-12 years old explore the wonders that await them in the natural world at the Audubon Center. Educators teach them about nature through hikes, games, crafts, stories and live animal presentations, all based around an exciting daily theme, including a Valentine's Party, Pajama Party, Green Party and Theodore Roosevelt Party. Contact Chrissy Albanese for costs and registration inform
Location:  Oyster Bay
11:00 am
Blue's Clues Live!
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
Enjoy this break-through play-along show that allows its audience to "step inside" and become part of a bright, fanciful world where the host, Steve, lives with his animated puppy, Blue. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includes popcorn and soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Building the Emerald City
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
As part of the traveling exhibit, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," kids help to create the Emerald City, at the end of the famous yellow brick road, which starts in Munchkin Country. Add to the artwork and build an ongoing collaborative sculpture using wood, glue, paint and other exciting materials.
1pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
1:00 pm-3:30 pm
Create and BounceSM Camp
(Farmingdale)BounceU
101 Carolyn Blvd.
(631) 777-5867
BounceU's new Create and BounceSM program gives children a daily balance of playtime and artistic expression - the perfect tandem for any growing imagination. A little bit of exercise generates a lot of inspiration. Many studies have shown that physical activity cultivates creativity, so call for more details and to reserve a spot for your aspiring artist today!
1-3:30pm $100/child, $80 per sibling for all 3 days!!
Location:  Farmingdale
17
 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Winter Audubon Adventures
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
During Presidents' Week winter break, kids ages 4-12 years old explore the wonders that await them in the natural world at the Audubon Center. Educators teach them about nature through hikes, games, crafts, stories and live animal presentations, all based around an exciting daily theme, including a Valentine's Party, Pajama Party, Green Party and Theodore Roosevelt Party. Contact Chrissy Albanese for costs and registration inform
Location:  Oyster Bay
11:00 am
Blue's Clues Live!
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
Enjoy this break-through play-along show that allows its audience to "step inside" and become part of a bright, fanciful world where the host, Steve, lives with his animated puppy, Blue. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includes popcorn and soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Building the Emerald City
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
As part of the traveling exhibit, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," kids help to create the Emerald City, at the end of the famous yellow brick road, which starts in Munchkin Country. Add to the artwork and build an ongoing collaborative sculpture using wood, glue, paint and other exciting materials.
1pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
1:00 pm-3:30 pm
Create and BounceSM Camp
(Farmingdale)BounceU
101 Carolyn Blvd.
(631) 777-5867
BounceU's new Create and BounceSM program gives children a daily balance of playtime and artistic expression - the perfect tandem for any growing imagination. A little bit of exercise generates a lot of inspiration. Many studies have shown that physical activity cultivates creativity, so call for more details and to reserve a spot for your aspiring artist today!
1-3:30pm $100/child, $80 per sibling for all 3 days!!
Location:  Farmingdale
2:00 pm
Children's Author Leslie Kimmelman
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Visit the Old Orchard Museum at Theodore Roosevelt's house and hear a reading about his eldest and defiant daughter, Alice. Leslie Kimmelman, author of "Mind Your Manners, Alice Roosevelt" reads her book to children and signs copies. The books are available for purchase at the Visitor Center Bookstore.
2pm FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
18
 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Winter Audubon Adventures
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
During Presidents' Week winter break, kids ages 4-12 years old explore the wonders that await them in the natural world at the Audubon Center. Educators teach them about nature through hikes, games, crafts, stories and live animal presentations, all based around an exciting daily theme, including a Valentine's Party, Pajama Party, Green Party and Theodore Roosevelt Party. Contact Chrissy Albanese for costs and registration inform
Location:  Oyster Bay
11:00 am
Blue's Clues Live!
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
Enjoy this break-through play-along show that allows its audience to "step inside" and become part of a bright, fanciful world where the host, Steve, lives with his animated puppy, Blue. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includes popcorn and soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
mem
Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Building the Emerald City
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
As part of the traveling exhibit, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," kids help to create the Emerald City, at the end of the famous yellow brick road, which starts in Munchkin Country. Add to the artwork and build an ongoing collaborative sculpture using wood, glue, paint and other exciting materials.
1pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
1:00 pm-3:30 pm
Create and BounceSM Camp
(Farmingdale)BounceU
101 Carolyn Blvd.
(631) 777-5867
BounceU's new Create and BounceSM program gives children a daily balance of playtime and artistic expression - the perfect tandem for any growing imagination. A little bit of exercise generates a lot of inspiration. Many studies have shown that physical activity cultivates creativity, so call for more details and to reserve a spot for your aspiring artist today!
1-3:30pm $100/child, $80 per sibling for all 3 days!!
Location:  Farmingdale
1:00 pm
WIZzing Whirligigs
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids create hand-powered whirligigs, otherwise known as comic weathervanes that spin, based on The Wizard of Oz. Since ancient times, whirligigs have been used as amusing toys, important structures and folk art and come in a wide range of designs that sometimes tell a story about a person's life. In conjunction with the new exhibit, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz."
1pm $3 with $10 admission
Location:  East Garden City
19
 11:00 am
Blue's Clues Live!
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
Enjoy this break-through play-along show that allows its audience to "step inside" and become part of a bright, fanciful world where the host, Steve, lives with his animated puppy, Blue. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includes popcorn and soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Building the Emerald City
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
As part of the traveling exhibit, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," kids help to create the Emerald City, at the end of the famous yellow brick road, which starts in Munchkin Country. Add to the artwork and build an ongoing collaborative sculpture using wood, glue, paint and other exciting materials.
1pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
3:00 pm
Free Fridays!!
(Brooklyn)New York Aquarium
602 Surf Ave.
(718) 265-3474
FREE admission 3pm to 6pm
(last entry 45 minutes before closing
Location:  Brooklyn
20
 11:00 am
Cinderella
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
The classic fairy tale springs to life in this fast-paced live musical production. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includespopcorn & soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
21
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Family Sunday at the Museum
(Roslyn Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
11 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9338
Docent-led famly walk through the exhibition
& art activities
1pm FREE with museum admission
$10 $4 children, $2 parking
Location:  Roslyn Harbor
1:00 pm
Crafty Critters
(Oyster Bay)Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center
134 Cove Rd.
(516) 922-3200
Visit the sanctuary to learn about some of the strange habits animals have and make a cool critter craft to take home.
1pm $3
Location:  Oyster Bay
2:00 pm
Ranger-Guided Nature Walk
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Families take Ranger-guided nature walks to the Cold Spring Harbor Inlet. Participants will meet at the Visitor Center at 2pm. Be prepared to walk on some hilly terrain and dress appropriately.
2pm FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay
22
 7:00 pm
Owl Prowl
(Roslyn Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
One Museum Drive
(516) 484-9337
Families can watch this live, popular presentation by the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center and learn about the lives of owls. Afterwards, venture outside to hear the calls of Great Horned and Eastern Screech owls. For more information, call 516-922-3200 to register early
7pm $10
Location:  Roslyn Harbor
23
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
24
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
25
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
26
 12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:30 pm
Tugging on my Heart Strings
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
Kids participate in a Valentine's Day craft during February. They'll cut out, decorate and assemble a heart-shaped spinning mobile to share with someone they love. Must be accompanied by an adult.
2:30pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
3:00 pm
Free Fridays!!
(Brooklyn)New York Aquarium
602 Surf Ave.
(718) 265-3474
FREE admission 3pm to 6pm
(last entry 45 minutes before closing
Location:  Brooklyn
27
 11:00 am
Cinderella
(Bellmore)The Showplace at Bellmore Movies
222 Pettit Ave.
(516) 599-6870
The classic fairy tale springs to life in this fast-paced live musical production. The performance runs for one hour and is followed by a meet and greet with the cast.
11am $10 (includespopcorn & soda)
Location:  Bellmore
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
2:00 pm
Healthy Heart Station
(East Garden City)Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave.
(516) 224-5800
February is "From the Heart Month." Kids visit the Healthy Heart Station and learn about the heart. They'll assemble a puzzle of the heart, discover how the heart pumps blood through the body,listen to their heartbeat with stethoscopes, examine an actual preserved heart and learn what foods keep your heart healthy.
2pm $10
Location:  East Garden City
28
 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Purim Carnival
(Oceanside)Friedberg JCC
15 Neil Court
(516) 766-4341
Kids can enjoy this carnival, featuring exciting rides and delicious food. Come in costume!
Location:  Oceanside
12:00 pm
Under the Big Top
(Rosyln Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
1 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9337
This exhibit features reproductions of circus art by Seurat,
Leger, Prendergast, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Chagall
and others, showcasing them alongside displays that will
guide the museum's young visitors through explorations of
circus skills, endangered animals and memory games
using characters and activities.
$10 adults, $8 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 admission for both museums
$5 adults , $4 seniors, $4 ages 4-12 for MiniArt Museum only
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Location:  Rosyln Harbor
1:00 pm
Family Sunday at the Museum
(Roslyn Harbor)Nassau County Museum of Art
11 Museum Dr.
(516) 484-9338
Docent-led famly walk through the exhibition
& art activities
1pm FREE with museum admission
$10 $4 children, $2 parking
Location:  Roslyn Harbor
2:00 pm
Ranger-Guided Nature Walk
(Oyster Bay)Sagamore Hill
20 Sagamore Hill Rd.
(516) 922-4788
Families take Ranger-guided nature walks to the Cold Spring Harbor Inlet. Participants will meet at the Visitor Center at 2pm. Be prepared to walk on some hilly terrain and dress appropriately.
2pm FREE
Location:  Oyster Bay