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Explore and learn at Nature Sundays at Planting Fields Arboretum. Photo courtesy of Planting Fields
Explore and learn at Nature Sundays at Planting Fields Arboretum. Photo courtesy of Planting Fields
7/24/19 - By Jaime Sumersille

Join Planting Fields Arboretum in discovering the wonders of nature, including the creatures and plants that make their home in Oyster Bay.  Pull a seine net in the water, dig in the sand and see what lives in a salt marsh in a family-friendly hike in Southampton with a nature educator from the South Fork Natural History Museum. These are just some of the exciting events and activities going on across Long Island this weekend.  

Elsewhere, get your little princess and head to a Sweetheart Princess Tea Party at the Long Island Aquarium. Design your own superhero outfit all weekend at the Long Island Explorium.

See our events calendar and July GoList for even more weekend inspiration. Our summer fun guide keeps you tuned in all season. 

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Things to Do on Long Island All Weekend

Huntington Summer Arts Festival

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The Huntington Summer Arts Festival brings a roster of exciting performing artists to the Chapin Rainbow Stage in Heckscher Park this year.   READ MORE

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Things to Do on Long Island, Saturday, July 27

Summer Craft Demonstrations at the Westhampton Beach Historical Society

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Watch experienced craftsmen demonstrate the fine art of traditional crafts. On August 3, enjoy basket weaving and creating corn husk dolls. READ MORE

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Science Saturdays at the Long Island Science Center

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Bellport Day 2019

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Things to Do on Long Island, Sunday, July 28

Long Island Live Steamers

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Chug on down to Long Island Live Steamers' twice-monthly Sunday public run days. Ride steam, diesel, and electric trains operating on eight acres of scale tracks.  READ MORE

Nature Sundays for Kids at Planting Fields

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Planting Fields Arboretum offers activities and learning experiences for families and kids of all ages.  READ MORE

Smithtown's Family Concerts at Hoyt Farm

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The Smithtown Recreation Department has scheduled seven performances for this year's free concert series at Hoyt Farm. Bring chairs, picnic dinners, and enjoy the show. READ MORE

Kids Wildlife Sketching Workshop in the Galleries with Scott Bluedorn

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Salt Marsh Safari at Munn Point Preserve

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