A quick look at what’s happening on Long Island this week for families and children.
Traveling Exhibit – The Art of Andy Warhol
Through Sunday, September 4
Combining history, creativity and the visual arts into one exhibit, visitors will explore the silkscreen process from beginning to end and learn about a leading figure of the “pop-art” movement, which began in the 1950s. Step into a working silkscreen studio, similar to Warhol’s “Factory”; create an original piece of art; dress up like the characters seen in Warhol paintings and play with toys like those collected by the artist. Original artwork featured in the exhibit is from Warhol’s Myth Series; including characters familiar to children such as Mickey Mouse, Santa Claus, the Wicked Witch of the West and Uncle Sam.
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
Info: (516) 224-5800 • www.licm.org
Queens County Farm Museum
Open Daily, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Queens County Farm Museum dates back to 1697 and occupies New York City’s largest remaining tract of undisturbed farmland. The farm encompasses a 47-acre parcel that is the longest continuously farmed site in New York State. The site includes historic farm buildings, a greenhouse complex, livestock, farm vehicles and implements, planting fields, an orchard, and an herb garden. Our farm animals and tranquil agrarian environment provide the opportunity to leave the hectic daily pace behind for an enjoyable visit to a farm without leaving the city. Visit our Welcome Center to purchase goat feed, or go for a stroll around the farm to see our fields, livestock, and farm implements. On Saturdays and Sundays we offer guided tours of the historic Adriance Farmhouse. Free admission.
Where: Queens County Farm Museum
73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park
Info: 718-347-3276 • www.queensfarm.org
Mini Golf at Spring Rock Golf Center
Open daily, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
(Last admission sold 10:30 p.m.)
This is an entertainment complex for individuals, families and groups who come to play golf and have fun!
Where: Spring Rock Golf Center, 377 Denton Ave, New Hyde Park
Info: 516-739-0167 • www.springrockgolf.com
All About Aquariums
Saturday, June 25, 2:00 p.m.
Did you know that June is National Aquarium Month? An aquarium is a clear vessel, usually made of plastic or glass, for aquatic plants and animals. Aquariums can range in size from a small fish bowl to a large building and allow people to view and learn about underwater life up-close. Discover some of these creatures and design an “aquarium” craft for your own underwater world! Ages: 5 and up. Fee: $3 with museum admission ($2 LICM members)
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
Info: 516-224-5800 • www.licm.org
Ice Skating in the Summer!
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Stay out of the heat and cool down on the ice! Enjoy skating with friends and family. All Ages Skate Session Fridays: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., Saturdays 1:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. and Sundays 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. For these sessions admission is $9; ages 9 and under: $7; skate rental is $5. In addition, there is a special Children’s Skate Sundays 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. For this session, admission is $9; ages 10 and under: $7; skate rental is $5
Where: Iceland Long Island, 3345 Hillside Avenue, New Hyde Park
Info: 516-746-1100 • www.icelandlongisland.com
Finding Dory Movie- AMC Sensory Showing
Saturday, June 25, 10:00 a.m.
AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to bring you unique movie showings where you can feel free to be you! We turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Finding Dory reunites the friendly-but-forgetful blue tang fish with her loved ones, and everyone learns a few things about the true meaning of family along the way. The all-new big-screen adventure takes moviegoers back to the extraordinary underwater world from the original film. Great for the entire family! Check website for show times and locations.
Where: AMC Theatres
Info: www.amctheatres.com
