A quick look at what’s happening this week on Long Island for children and families.
New York Lizards Lacrosse
Saturday, June 18, 7:00 p.m.
Come see the hometown Lizards take on the Boston Cannons in this exciting match-up. The New York Lizards, originally the Long Island Lizards, are a Major League Lacrosse (MLL) team based in Hempstead, New York. In 2015, the Lizards beat the Cannons in the semi-finals so it will be a great game! Check website for ticket information.
Where: Shuart Stadium at Hofstra, Gerald Street/Stadium Road, Uniondale
Info: www.nylizards.com
Path Through History Weekend at Tackapausha Museum
Saturday, June 18, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Live animal presentation featuring wildlife ranging from the most primitive through modern examples such as the Fox. Trailwalk to spot wildlife in the Preserve follows. All ages are welcome! $5 per person.
Where: at Tackapausha Museum & Preserve Seaford
2225 Washington Ave, Seaford
Info: 516-571-7443 • www.nassaucountyny.gov
Long Island Maritime Museum’s Annual Pirate Festival
Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Grab yer little swashbucklers and seafarin’ scoundrels and prepare to have the time of yer life! Roving entertainment and performances by The Greatest Pyrate Story Never Told , Billy Bones, Geoff Marsh, Kings of the Coast, Ye Pyrate Brotherhood and more! It’s a great day of fun for the entire family! General admission $8; kids under 5 are free.
Where: Long Island Maritime Museum, 88 West Avenue, West Sayville
Info: 631-HISTORY • www. www.limaritime.org
Build a Boat Workshop
Saturday, June 18, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
We provide materials to create a wooden ship model, you provide the imagination. Bring the family to build a fleet! All ages; hot glue gun with adult supervision. Admission plus $8 per hull; members $8 hull fee only.
Where: The Whaling Museum & Education Center
279 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor
Info: 631-367-3418 • www.cshwhalingmuseum.org
Oyster Bay Railroad Museum
Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Our museum heightens public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the railroad’s role in our heritage, and increases public understanding of rail technology and its impact on Long Island life. The Museum has secured historical railroading equipment and we know you will be fascinated with what you see.
Where: Oyster Bay Railroad Museum, 102 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay
Info: 516-558-7036 • www.obrm.org
Daddy & Me Rockets!
Sunday, June 19, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
It’s CSTL’s Annual Daddy n’ Me Rockets program! Celebrate Father’s Day by building a rocket and launching it with your child! Staff is available to assist in fabrication questions and to help you blast off. This popular program is great way to enjoy a day. Bring a camera. $25 per rocket.
Where: Center for Science Teaching and Learning
1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre
Info: 516-764-0045 • www.cstl.org
Father’s Day Skate!
Sunday, June 19, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate Father’s Day with us! Bring dad to our All You Can Eat Pizza Party! Lots of fun for the entire family. Admission $14, which includes skates rental, unlimited pizza and soda.
Where: United Skates of America, 1276 Hicksville Road, Seaford
Info: 516-795-5474 • www.unitedskates.com/seaford
Summer Solstice Celebration
Monday, June 20, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Spend the longest day of the year outdoors on the beautiful grounds of the Sands Point Preserve. (We’ll step inside one of our mansions, if it rains.) A special Family Yoga session will be held at 6:30 – 7:15 pm, and you can paint the sunset with artists Lynne and Lawrence Chrapliwy. “BYO” picnic dinner and stay until the sun sets at 8:30 pm. Admission is $5 per car for members and $15 per car for non-members; includes parking. Start 6:30pm until sunsets at 8:30pm
Where: Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point
Info: 516-571-7901 • www.thesandspointpreserve.com
