Raising a family in New York has its own set of advantages and trials, and our Family & Parenting section can help to provide you with tips and tricks from other local Long Island parents. From keeping the kids quiet on long car rides, to the best recreation spots, we've got you covered with insights on the topics that matter most to parents.
By Catherine Eve December 07, 2023
Take a free photo with Santa on his sleigh, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, and more on Sunday, 12/10 at Pat’s Farms Garden Center in North Merrick.
By Catherine Eve December 01, 2023
The Long Island Children's Museum is ready for the holidays. Kids can get into the spirit with festive traditions, winter fun, musical theater, crafts, and a “Noon” Year’s celebration.
By Catherine Eve December 01, 2023
Chabad of Merrick-Bellmore-Wantagh lights the 12-foot menorah at its 17th Annual Chanukah Grand Menorah Lighting on December 7.
By Catherine Eve November 19, 2023
Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum will be hosting a free Season of Sparkle holiday event on 12/3 and 12/4 featuring a toy drive, tree lighting, and more.
By Catherine Eve November 18, 2023
COPE invites Long Islanders to join the free online Worldwide Candle Lighting Day event on 12/10 to collectively honor and remember the lives of those gone too soon.
By Long Island November 18, 2023
LuminoCity is back. Experience NY’s largest holiday lights festival featuring large-scale art displays and attractions now through 1/7 at Eisenhower Park.
By Long Island November 17, 2023
A Philadelphia woman, Ilania Rios, 26, has been arrested in East Meadow for leaving her four young children unattended in a parked car at Walmart, prompting a 911 call and subsequent charges of Endangering the ...
By Long Island November 14, 2023
Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $7 million funding injection for adoption services, reaching a two-year investment of $29.8 million, during Adoption Awareness Month, featuring Broadway star Ta’Nika Gibson's advocacy, as New York State illuminates landmarks ...
By Long Island November 05, 2023
Bring the family together with this impressive and delicious Sunday Sauce recipe. Here's everything you'll need
By Long Island October 07, 2023
October is a great time to support a worthy cause by participating in a fundraising walk. Here's how to get involved.
By Catherine Eve October 04, 2023
The free NY premiere of Adoption=Love, a documentary narrated by Darryl McDaniels of Run-D.M.C., takes place on 10/21 at St. John’s University.
By Catherine Eve October 02, 2023
The RISE of the Jack ‘O Lanterns returns to LI, featuring 8-foot tall Taylor Swift and Rodney Dangerfield sculptures, and over 7,000 other hand-carved jack o' lanterns.
By Long Island September 30, 2023
With the summer rolling around the corner, bringing your kids to an arcade is a perfect activity to keep them occupied. Check out some of the best arcades on Long Island to play games, laser ...
By Catherine Eve September 29, 2023
Free pet adoptions, microchipping, and rabies vaccinations at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter on 10/7.
By Catherine Eve September 19, 2023
Long Island's orchards are ready for u-pick fun.
By Lon Cohen September 16, 2023
Get ready for these fall festivals!
By Catherine Eve September 10, 2023
Claude Monet’s artwork comes to life at Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience beginning 10/7 at Samanea New York in Westbury.
By Catherine Eve September 09, 2023
The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze returns to Old Bethpage Village Restoration with new pumpkin displays and activities, 9/22 to 11/5.
By Catherine Eve September 08, 2023
Help support the animals at Northport’s Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary. Get MOOving with Team Annabelle at The Great Cow Harbor 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run.
By Lon Cohen September 08, 2023
From October 5th to 15th, 2023, the Smith Haven Mall parking lot in Lake Grove will be transformed into a mesmerizing world of wonder, featuring a water circus like no other.