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The classic Grimm fairy tale comes to the Theatre Three stage with a fresh new slant. Photo courtesy of Theatre Three
The classic Grimm fairy tale comes to the Theatre Three stage with a fresh new slant. Photo courtesy of Theatre Three
1/22/20 - By Jaime Sumersille

At the Long Island Children's Museum, step into the Island of Sodor where visitors can climb aboard a large model of Thomas the Tank Engine, race trains along a giant track, work together to sort and load cargo and maintain engines. 

The Rainbow Fish, the beloved book comes to life on stage in Bellmore, The Little Mermaid in East Islip or Little Red Riding Hood in Port Jefferson. Or try your hand at robot mastery with Code Ozobots, robots that understand instructions if you give them as different color combinations, at the Long Island Explorium.

Check out inexpensive family fun with our list of free things to do this month. Don’t forget to check our January GoList and events calendar for more inspiration.

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Step onto the Island of Sodor where visitors can climb aboard a large model of Thomas the Tank Engine, race trains along a giant track, work together to sort and load cargo and maintain engines at LICM. Photo courtesy of LICM
Step onto the Island of Sodor where visitors can climb aboard a large model of Thomas the Tank Engine, race trains along a giant track, work together to sort and load cargo and maintain engines at LICM. Photo courtesy of LICM

Things to Do on Long Island All Weekend

The Rainbow Fish Musical at The Showplace at Bellmore Movies

Bellmore
The beloved book comes to life on stage!​ With shiny, multi-colored scales, Rainbow Fish is the most beautiful fish in all of the ocean, and the only one of his (or her!) kind.  READ MORE

Ozobots at the Long Island Explorium

Port Jefferson
The ozobots are little round robots that understand instructions if you give them as different color combinations. READ MORE

Exhibit: Thomas & Friends Explore the Rails! at LICM

Garden City
Climb aboard as the world’s most beloved #1 blue engine rolls into Garden City as the newest exhibit at the Long Island Children's Museum. READ MORE

Disney's Frozen Jr. at The Engeman Theater

Northport
When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood in Frozen, Jr.. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart. READ MORE

Little Red Riding Hood at Theatre Three

Port Jefferson
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Enchanted plays at the Manhattan Film Institute Greenport Winter Film Series. Photo courtesy of
Enchanted plays at the Manhattan Film Institute Greenport Winter Film Series. Photo courtesy of

Things to Do on Long Island Saturday, January 25

Guided Winter Hike at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue
Join a Quogue Wildlife Refuge Educator for a guided hike to the ecologically rare dwarf pines ecosystem.  READ MORE

DIY Play-Dough at the Children's Museum of the East End

Bridgehampton
During this special DIY family workshop, kids are learning how to make their own play-dough. READ MORE

Seal Walk at Cupsogue Beach

Westhampton
Join a SOFO environmental educator for this walk along Cupsogue Beach's shores in search of seals who migrate to the South Shore searching for food during the winter months.  READ MORE

The Little Mermaid at Bayway Arts Center

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Spend a family day making art at Family Sundays at the Nassau County Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of the museum
Spend a family day making art at Family Sundays at the Nassau County Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of the museum

Things to Do on Long Island Sunday, January 25

Family Saturdays at the Nassau County Museum of Art

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Converse, collaborate, and create together during Family Saturdays at the Nassau County Museum of Art. Get inspired by the art and objects in the galleries and then join museum staff at the Manes Center to explore and discover different materials to create your own original artwork. READ MORE

Wonders of Winter at the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy

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A celebration of the coldest season is fun inside Hempstead House, where fireplaces roar and the mansion is filled with exciting family activities. READ MORE

Crazy Cupcakes at Manny's Sweet Treats

Mineola
Cupcakes are going to be pre-baked and children are going to create fun cupcake designs! READ MORE

Winter Run Series at Long Island State Parks

Kings Park
The Winter Run Series returns to Long Island state parks at 11am on Sundays in January. A 5K, or 3.1-mile, race is planned at each state park. After each race, runners are offered free hot chocolate, granola bars, juice, fruit, bagels, or doughnuts. READ MORE

Toontastic Story Creators at the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library

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