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1/31/25 - By Jaime Sumersille

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Will the East End's resident groundhog, Allen McButterpants, see his shadow at Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center? Join in this annual tradition and find out. Or, warm up during a visit to The Whaling Museum, which hosts its first FrostFest. 

Plus, the Great Neck Library celebrates Lunar New Year with a visit and book reading by Maria Wen Adcock, author of "It's Chinese New Year, Curious George."

Read on for all our top picks for things to do on Long Island this weekend.

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Pushcart Players: Stone Soup...and Other Stories at The Landmark on Main

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Saturday, February 1
Pushcart Players brings this charming, well-seasoned blend of folktales from around the world to The Landmark on Main stage. READ MORE

Music Together Workshop at MusicBreeds

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Saturday, February 1
Groove and grow with a certified Music Together teacher at Music Breed, jamming with instruments, singing catchy tunes, and celebrating little ones' musical magic in a lively, fun-filled environment. Since 1987, Music Together has introduced millions of children, parents, and teachers worldwide to the joys of family music-making and the powerful benefits of having music in their lives. MusicBreeds has partnered with Music Together to bring families with tiny tots from 3 months to 4 years old. Note: Registration fee for the class covers a 3-4 person family. Register... READ MORE

Winter in the Woods at Sands Point Preserve

Sands Point
Saturday, February 1
This hike kicks off a series of all-ages walks as nature educators from the Sands Point Preserve explore different aspects of the preserve’s environment. Learn about the Preserve's unique physical features and wildlife, as well as critical conservation issues and helpful practices to create a healthy, sustainable environment. READ MORE

Curious George Story Time with Author Maria Wen Adcock at the Great Neck Library

Great Neck – FREE
Saturday, February 1
Join the Great Neck Public Library to celebrate Lunar New Year with Maria Wen Adcock, author of "It's Chinese New Year, Curious George." Read, chat and complete an activity related to the book. READ MORE

Furry Forecaster at LICM

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Saturday, February 1
The Long Island Children's Museum commemorates America's favorite groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil with a drop-in craft on the Groundhog Day, which is celebrated in Canada and the United States every February 2. READ MORE

FrostFest at The Whaling Museum

Cold Spring Harbor
Sunday, February 2
Warm up from the cold in this wintery celebration. Discover survival tricks of polar sea creatures, see walrus and narwhal tusks, create crafts, meet Elsa, and enjoy ice cream. READ MORE

Groundhog Day at Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center

Hampton Bays – FREE
Sunday, February 2
Will the rescue center's resident groundhog, Allen McButterpants, be able to see his shadow? Find out, and enjoy kids' activities and other treats.  READ MORE

The Quogue Library's Annual Groundhog Day Celebration

Quogue – FREE
Sunday, February 2
Watch the groundhog make his 2025 winter prediction and enjoy hot chocolate and groundhog-themed treats at the Quogue Library. READ MORE

TuB'Shevat Celebration: A Birthday Party For The Trees at the East Northport Jewish Center

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Sing songs, make crafts, enjoy snacks, and celebrate the new year for the trees at the East Northport Jewish Center. READ MORE

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