Jaime Sumersille

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Weekend Fun for LI Kids: Barnyard Babies, Earth Day, The Littlest Pirate April 18-19

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 10:00pm

The spring weather has finally arrived, so head outdoors for some fun in the sun, and to celebrate our planet with various Earth Day festivities across Long Island. For adventure-seeking families, there's harbor-front roller-skating in Port Jefferson, a family night hike in Setauket and woodsy fun in Islip.

Interested in the arts? There's a mommy & me painting session in Bellmore, eco-friendly crafts at the Whaling Museum and various programs at the Nassau County Museum of Art.

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Weekend Fun for Long Island Kids: Hikes & Fishing, Peter Rabbit, Fossils April 11-12

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 04/08/2015 - 10:00pm

Spring has finally sprung, and folks are enjoying the outdoors for the first time in what seems like forever. Head to downtown Port Jefferson for harborside views, and tinker around at the Maritime Explorium. Families can also take a drive to Setauket or Islip for guided family hikes, or sail aboard a seal watching cruise out of Freeport. There's also a FREE spring festival in Syosset.

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Easter Weekend for Long Island Kids: Egg Hunts, Peter Rabbit, Joshua Show April 4-5

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 04/01/2015 - 10:00pm

It's Easter weekend and the continuation of spring break for most Long Island children. Catch a live performance or head to a local museum. Some egg hunts have been rescheduled due to last weekend's snow, so be sure to check our listings. Families can also head outside for some sun and silliness at an April Fool's Hike at Sagamore Hill.

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Fitness Classes for Long Island Kids That Are Pure Fun

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 10:00am

Exercise is an important part of staying healthy, both physically and mentally. But between video games and iPads, it can be hard to motivate kids to be active. Get the kids off the couch and out of the house with these child-geared fitness and exercise classes across Long Island. Your child will have fun while keeping fit and learn lifelong health lessons.

For more fun ideas to keep the kids occupied, check out our Classes Guide.

Long Island Kids' Activities March 28-29: Egg Hunts, The Wizard of Oz, Elephant & Piggie, The Adventures of Perseus

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/25/2015 - 10:00pm

Get ready to hunt... for eggs that is! Various eggstravaganzas, spring spectaculars and egg hunts are scheduled for this weekend across Long Island. Live theater, crafts and nature-filled activities are also available. Spring is desperately trying to show its face, so welcome it with some outdoor family fun.

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Long Island Kids' Activities March 21-22: Egg-stravaganzas, St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, Live Plays, Family Sundays & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/18/2015 - 10:00pm

Spring officially arrives this weekend, and while we're still waiting for the warmer weather to make an appearance, there is plenty to do across the Island. Catch a play in Smithtown or Bellmore, head out on the high seas on a seal cruise out of Freeport or enjoy some hands on science learning in Port Jefferson. Long Island has it all for families.

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Long Island Kids' Activities March 14-15: St. Patrick's Day Events, Irish Festival, Center for Science Teaching & Learning Open House & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/11/2015 - 8:23pm

Now that we've had a taste of (hopefully) warmer temps to come, perhaps the whole gang can enjoy some outdoor St. Patrick's Day fun. Build a Leprechaun Trap at the Maritime Explorium or learn about Irish pirates and create your own Jolly Roger at the Whaling Museum. Craft lucky finger puppets at the Long Island Children's Museum or party it up at As You Wish in Bellmore or Darlings & Divas in Amityville.

Learn-to-Paint Studios for Long Island Families

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 03/11/2015 - 10:00am

While painting parties are all the rage for ladies' night out, kids can also get in the act (minus the wine, of course). Channel your entire family's inner artists to create a masterpiece worthy of your living room wall. All you need to do it is pick up a paint brush and learn how to paint "happy little trees" and more at these Long Island studios/businesses that offer art lessons for families.

And take a look at our guide for other classes, programs and enrichment activities on Long Island.