Steppingstone Waterside Theatre: Head to Steppingstone Park, Saturday, July 13, when Strawberry Fields, featuring former members of the hit Broadway musical “Beatlemania,” perform. On Sunday, July 14, Plaza Productions presents “Mamma Mia,” featuring ABBA’s top hits including “Dancing Queen,” “Money, Money” and of course “Mamma Mia.” Performances begin at 8 p.m. and are free for Great Neck Park District residents, only with a valid park pass. Each park pass holder is allowed to bring two guests. For additional information visit website www.gnparks.org or call 516-487-4673.
Special Sunday and Monday family events: On Monday, July 15, make your way to Firefighters Park at 6 p.m. for a magic show. Enjoy Sunday Funday in Allenwood Park on Sunday, July 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Have fun while playing games, dancing and singing at this interactive children’s event.
Parkwood Family Aquatic Center: Become a member today. It’s never too late. Enjoy free events and programs with your membership. Visit the center on Sunday, July 14 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., for “Bring Your Own Float” day. Children under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent. Become a member at www.gnparks.org or at Great Neck House, 14 Arrandale Ave.
Rotary Band concert in the Village Green: Free Rotary Band concert in the Village Green on Wednesday, July 17 at 7:30 p.m. Bring chair or blanket. Moved to Parkwood Sports Complex if weather inclement. Call 516-487-4673 for more information.
Nature Program – Early summer seasonal stroll: Saturday, July 13 at 10 a.m. join an early summer seasonal stroll in Kings Point Park. Meet in the paved lot at the Steamboat Road entrance. Register online at gnparks.org or call 516-487-4673. Children under 16 may not attend.
Sail this summer at Steppingstone Marina: Adult sailing begins at Steppingstone Marina on Thursday, July 11 and runs through August 1. In addition to adult sailing programs, family courses, new waterfront activities, kayak and sailboat rentals, the marina has a summertime sailing program (ages 7 to 17), July 1 to August 30. For those who love to sail or would like to learn, this full or half-day program will have you “on board” in no time! Register weekly or for the whole summer. There are additional activities at Parkwood Sports Complex and optional transportation, daily lunches and field trips. Also offered is sail school (beginners through expert level, ages 7 to 17) for a more competitive, intensive experience on the water. Shake a leg and all hands on deck! Check it out at www.gnparks.org.
Outdoor Movie in the Village Green: The animated film, “Mary Poppins Returns,” is showing outdoors in the Village Green on Thursday, July 25 at 6 p.m. The film stars Emily Blunt, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ben Whishaw. It is rated PG and runs 2h 10min. Bring your own chair/blanket. Rain location Parkwood Sports Complex. Call 516-487-4673 for more information.
