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Long Island Weekend Events July 9-11: Toy Tech, Sunken Forest, Seaside Stories and More!
The theme for weekend activities seems to be outdoors, outdoors and more great outdoors! Your children can participate in several events on the Island while learning about the natural world around them or creating their own masterpiece. Explore the beauty of Fire Island or listen to stories that remind you of the seaside. Take a few steps back in time and watch an old fashioned baseball game. If you’ve got a future tech-guru on your hands, have them explore toys and try to make their own. There’s something for everyone this weekend. Find what’s perfect for you and your family in the seven events below.
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Crayon Tour
Saturday, July 10th, 12PM
Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Road
Old Westbury
516.333.0048
Have your children ever asked where crayons come from? Here’s an opportunity to show them how much work (and nature) is involved in making those beautiful colors that we use each day. Learn about the life of a bee and how wax is made. The children will make a sun catcher craft. The tour is free with general admission - $10 for adults, $5 for kids 7-12 and free for children 6 and under.
Junior Ranger: Path to Discovery Program
Saturday, July 10th, 2PM
Sailors Haven Visitor Center
(Near passenger ferry dock via Sayville)
Fire Island
631.597.6183
For children 8-12 years old, this is a perfect way to explore Fire Island. The Junior Rangers will learn about how the Fire Island National Seashore is protected; there is a different hour and a half program each week. The cost is FREE.
Toy Tech Exhibit
Saturday and Sunday, July 10th and 11th, 10AM -4PM
Long Island Science Center
11 West Main Street
Riverhead
631.208.8000
In a hands-on exhibit, children will learn about how toys work and the secrets behind making them. Children are able to create and test out their own designs. The cost is $8 per person. Please note, that timed tickets may be required depending on the volume of people visiting.
Sunken Forest Tour
Saturday and Sunday, July 10th and 11th, 11AM and 2:30PM
Sailors Haven Visitor Center
(Near passenger ferry dock via Sayville)
Fire Island
631.597.6183
In an hour and a half walking tour, explore the grand canopy of trees known as the Sunken Forest on Fire Island. The cost is FREE. Call for additional information.
Seaside Stories & Crafts
Sunday, July 11th, 2PM
Sailors Haven Visitor Center
(Near passenger ferry dock via Sayville)
Fire Island
631.597.6183
Children 5-7 years old are invited to hear stories about the seashore and the natural world around them. The program is one hour and the children will make their own craft. The cost is FREE.
Family Sunday at the Museum
Sunday, July 11th, 1PM (family tour), 1:30PM (art activity)
Nassau County Museum of Art
One Museum Drive
Roslyn Harbor
516.484.9338
Join in supervised activities for your favorite little people. There are family-friendly guided tours and talks. The children will be able to create a craft. The program is free with admission - $10 for adults, $4 for kids 4-12.
Old Time Baseball
Sunday, July 11th
Old Bethpage Village Restoration
1303 Round Swamp Road
Old Bethpage
516.572.8400
Old time baseball comes to life! Witness baseball games from the Civil War era. The players will be wearing traditional uniforms and playing by 19th century rules. The price for admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children 5-12. Call for specific times.
