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Planting Fields Arboretum - 10:00 AM Pick
Planting Fields Arboretum - 10:00 AM Pick
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Showplace at Bellmore Movies - various times Pick
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Showplace at Bellmore Movies - various times Pick
Bayard Cutting Arboretum - 9:30 AM
Hofstra University Museum - 11:00 AM
Nassau County Museum of Art - 1:00 PM
The Mansion at Glen Cove
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Weekday Picks for LI Kids: Maker Mondays, Storytime in the Sand, August 17-21
Soak up every last bit of these last weeks of summer. Kids can get creative at Long Island Children's Museum or at a Lego playdate with friends. There's also outdoor fun in Patchogue and Long Beach.
And this list is just the beginning: Our Long Island Events Calendar is packed with activities to keep kids of all ages busy, while our Summer Fun Guide has tons of cool ideas on ways to enjoy the season. Spending time out East? Check out our Hamptons & North Fork Family Guide.
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Monday, August 17
Maker Mondays
Learn practical skills and spark your interest as we investigate different maker “mediums” from fabric to electricity to clay. See all of Monday's events.
Tuesday, August 18
Lego Club for Kids
Kids grades K-3 are welcome to come play with Legos with their friends. Open to all. See all of Tuesday's events.
Wednesday, August 19
Holy Family Parish Festival
Raffles, kiddie rides, food and more. Runs through Saturday. See all of Wednesday's events.
Thursday, August 20
Alive After Five
Patchogue’s Thursday night series of street fairs bring vendors, live music, artwork, food stands and other fun along Main Street in the village. See all of Thursday's events.
Friday, August 21
Storytime in the Sand
Children ages 8 and under are invited to enjoy a storytime in the sand courtesy of PJ Library. See all of Friday's events.
Photo: Alive After Five
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