Coming up at the Great Neck Park District

The Island Now
Spend the afternoon in the Rose Garden listening to music and enjoying the beauty of nature.

Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink

Make sure to take advantage of our final weeks of the season at the Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink (closes 6/16). We are now offering additional public sessions, freestyles and puck shoots. Through June 9 we are offering Freestyle: Mondays: 7:15-8:45 p.m. (30-minute extension); Thursdays: 6 -8 p.m. (new session); Puck Shoot: Fridays: 5:45-7:45 p.m.; Public Sessions: Sundays: 2:45-4:15 p.m. We also have a special Memorial Weekend holiday public session schedule as follows- Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26: 10:30 a.m.-12 :30 p.m.; 1-3 p.m. and 3:30- 5:30 p.m.; Monday, May 27: 1-3 p.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m. Skate rental available @ $5 per person.

Parkwood Family Aquatic Center

Register today for the Parkwood Family Aquatic Center which opens May 25. Enjoy free events and programs with your membership. Sign up online at www.gnparks.org or at Great Neck House, 14 Arrandale Avenue.

Nature Program: Map Hike

This new program will have you using a map of Caumsett Park in Huntington, to navigate to specific destinations, on Saturday, May 25 from 9:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The walk will cover approximately 5 miles at a moderate pace. There are some hills. Bring lunch and drinking water. Allow for extra travel time. Register online at gnparks.org or call (516) 482-0355. Children under 16 may not attend.

Blessing of the Fleet 2019

Join us at Steppingstone Marina for the 23rd Annual Blessing of the Fleet on Sunday, June 2 at 12 p.m. We will be accepting greetings and benedictions from dignitaries and community representatives, in blessing the fleet for the upcoming boating season. It will take place rain or shine. This event is sponsored by the Steppingstone Blessing of the Fleet Committee, Steppingstone Yacht Club and the Steppingstone Sailing Club. A program of events will be available at the marina. All are welcome.

Rose Garden Concert

On Sunday, June 2 at 3 p.m., the Great Neck Park District presents a concert in the picturesque Rose Garden. Enjoy an enjoyable afternoon as you listen to music and enjoy the natural beauty of the historic garden, which sits on the west side of the Village Green.

Camp Parkwood 2019 Registration

Camp Parkwood is designed for each child to attain their personal best while having a seriously fun time. Age appropriate activities (ages 3 and up), optional door-to-door bus service (ages 4+), complimentary towel service and Tweens Travel Program (grades six through eight) plus new this summer, Leaders In Training for ages 14 & 15 and Camp Parkwood Sports Camp option for grades 3-5. Register weekly or for the whole summer! Call (516) 482-0355 for more information.

Moorings Available at Steppingstone Marina

Deep water moorings with launch service is available for the 2018 season at Steppingstone Marina, which is open through October 15. Also available are ramp use permits and beach boat registrations (residents only). Non-resident fees apply. For more information, visit www.gnparks.org or call Great Neck House at (516) 482-0355.

Defensive Driving Classes at Great Neck House

Great Neck House continues to offer Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving classes. The classes run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month. The next class offered is on June 1. To sign up for a class or for more information, call Great Neck House at 482-0355.

Share this Article