Jaime Sumersille

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Long Island Kids' Activities August 16-17: Watermelon Festival, Polish Festival, Alice's Tea Party, Live Theater & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Thu, 08/14/2014 - 10:00am

Two weeks left of summer vacation--let's make them count! Head to the East End of Long Island for Harbes' Watermelon Festival or to Riverhead for the Polish Festival. Looking to experience some theater? Peter Pan, Pinocchio, How I Became a Pirate and The Little Mermaid JR. all have performances this weekend.

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Back to School Shopping on Long Island

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 10:00am

Don't shoot the messenger! The back to school ads and fliers have long-since hit your mailbox before we even mentioned it. Nevertheless, the kiddies are returning to school in a few short weeks and you want to get the shopping for all of the new fashion trends, gear and supplies over with. Instead of hitting the big box stores, why not try shopping at a few local spots? It's a great way to support small businesses on Long Island and still get everything you need for September.

And for other back to school inspiration, be sure to check out our After School Programs, Classes & Activities Guide for Long Island Kids.

Long Island Kids' Activities August 9-10: The Science of Ice Cream, Live Theater, Family Nature Club, LI Potato Festival & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Thu, 08/07/2014 - 10:00am

The summer is whizzing by, but there's still a few weeks left in August to make it a good one. Take in some live children's theater in Garden City, Smithtown or Port Jefferson. Explore the great outdoors with Seatuck's free Family Nature Club on Sunday. Smell, eat, see and play with all things potato at the Long Island Potato Festival in Cutchogue (kids under age 12 are free).

And for those of you out on the East End, be sure to check out CMEE's Summer Concert Series every Tuesday this month. Mommy Poppins Hamptons and North Fork Family Guide is a proud sponsor and we'll be on hand each week with a new prize to give away!

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Where Kids Can Meet Animals in the Hamptons and North Fork

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Tue, 08/05/2014 - 10:00am

With its rich farming history, Long Island is home to various animals that help tend to the land and produce food., while others animals are here seeking refuge, being rehabilitated from an injury. And we're lucky enough to view and encounter marine life at a local aquarium.

We've compiled a list of places on the East End of Long Island where you can learn about animals, experience hands-on encounters and even kiss a sea lion! In addition, visit some of these Family Friends Farms on Long Island, and for more ideas on how to spend your time in the area, check out our North Fork and Hamptons Guide as well.

Long Island Kids' Activities August 2-3: Erik's Reptile Edventures, Circus, Feasts, Frozen Breakfast & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Thu, 07/31/2014 - 10:00am

There is so much cool stuff happening on Long Island this weekend, it might be hard to figure out what to do with the family. Be wowed by carnival rides in Glen Cove or Hicksville, an Italian circus in Westhampton Beach or a reptile show at the Long Island Game Farm. Or Let It Go and meet Anna and Else at a Frozen-themed breakfast in Ronkonkoma! There's plenty to choose from on our events calendar--there is no end to this summer of play.

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Long Island Kids' Activities July 26 & 27: Barn Dance, Rainbows, Children's Day & More

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Thu, 07/24/2014 - 10:00am

Yee haw! Treat your family to something different this weekend with a good old-fashioned Barn Dance at Hallockville Museum & Farm in Riverhead, or explore Rainbows & Bubbles at South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center in Bridgehampton.

Pack a picnic for outdoor movie night in Long Beach Saturday night. On Sunday, bring the entire family out for Children's Day at Eisenhower Park--it's free!

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6 Places to Feed a Goat, Ride a Pony, Pet a Pig and More in the Hamptons & North Fork

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Mon, 07/21/2014 - 10:23am

With modern-day conveniences, we often forget about how we obtain the things in our everyday routine. You open the fridge and pull out a carton of milk--but who produced, collected it and bottled it? You tear open a bag of pre-cut lettuce for a salad, not really thinking about where it was harvested, cleaned and bagged.

Well, families can learn about the source of their food and get their hands dirty at one of these family-friendly farms located on the East End of Long Island. And for more fun ideas of what to do in the area, check out our Hamptons and North Fork Summer Family Guide.

Long Island Kids' Activities July 19 & 20: Free Magic Show, Laurie Berkner Concert, Family Fair at CMEE & Live Theater

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Thu, 07/17/2014 - 10:00am

With summer in full swing, you might find yourself planning your family's days down to the hour. Events and activities abound on Long Island, providing nonstop entertainment for the whole family.

Head north to Lloyd Harbor for a free show, Magic in the Walled Garden, hosted by The Caumsett Foundation. Or head south for some cool tunes at the Great South Bay Music Festival, which will feature a performance from Laurie Berkner on Sunday.

You can also enjoy a live performance of The Wizard of Oz in Garden City, Peter Pan in Smithtown or Alexander and the Terrible, No Good Very Bad Day in Northport.

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