Splish Splash Opens on a Daily Basis!
Friday, June 30 through Sunday, August 13, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday through Friday
Voted one of the best water parks in America by the Travel Channel, Splish Splash has 96 exciting acres of total fun for the whole family. Everywhere you turn, you discover another one-of-a-kind ride and attraction, including amazing water slides like Bootleggers Run, Cliff Diver, Mammoth River, Shotgun Falls and many more. The park also hosts birthday parties and other special events.
Where: Splish Splash, 2549 Splish Splash Drive, Calverton /Info: 631-727-3600 or splishsplash.com
Kids’ Workshop: Bug House
Saturday, July 1, 9 a.m. -12 p.m.
Children can join this hands-on workshop, building a bug house they can use to get a closer look at some of the many-legged friends in their backyards. Once the project is complete, children can personalize their bug house with paint. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a free certificate of achievement, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.
Where: Home Depot, 172 Fulton Ave., Hempstead
Info: 516-565-3700 or homedepot.com
Nature Sundays for Children
Sunday, July 2, 12-1:30 p.m.
Kids will learn all about the life cycle of plants with an outdoor educator who will lead them on a multi-sensory adventure exploring colors, textures, smells, tastes and sounds. Listen as The Cat in the Hat explains how seeds grow. Later, paint a ceramic pot and plant a seedling. For children 4 years and older. All Nature Sundays are free admission (rain or shine), with an $8 parking fee. Registration is required.
Where: Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay
Info: 516-922-8668 or plantingfields.org
Wacky Water Wednesdays
Wednesdays, July 5 through Aug. 30, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
This fun day for children ages 3 to 12 will feature sprinklers, bubbles, lawn games and outdoor activities. Adults: $6; Kids: $4. Free for children under age 3 and seniors over 65.
Where: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor /Info: 516-692-6768 or csfishhatchery.org
Kick-off of the 2017 Summer Movie Nights at Eisenhower Park
Thursdays, July 6 through Aug. 24 at 8:30 p.m.
Youngsters will delight in watching the following movies under the stars: “The Secret Life of Pets” (July 6); “Storks” (July 13); “Lego Batman Movie” (July 20); “Trolls” (July 27); “Middle School” (Aug. 3); “Angry Birds” (Aug. 10); “Sing” (Aug. 17) and “Fantastic Beasts” (Aug. 24).
Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park
Merrick Avenue & Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow
Info: 516-572-0355 or nassaucountyny.gov
