Steppingstone Waterside Theatre
The Gin Blossoms, who remained on the top hit chart for almost three years with singles “Hey Jealousy,” “Allison Road,” and “Found Out About You,” are performing in Steppingstone Park on Saturday, July 20.
On Thursday, July 25, check out Dance Visions NY, under the direction of Beth Jucovy, as they present “Timeless Dances for a Summers Eve” at Steppingstone. This Dance Vision NY performance, which has been hailed as deeply expressive, include pianists Paul Baserman and Mark Feidler as well as percussionist Napoleon Revels-Bey. 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 www.gnparks.org or call 516-487-GNPD.
Special Sunday and Monday family events
Enjoy Sunday Funday in Allenwood Park on Sunday, July 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Have fun while playing games, dancing and singing at this interactive children’s event. On Monday, July 22, head to Cuttermill Park at 6 p.m. for a show about animals.
Parkwood Family Aquatic Center
It’s never too late to become a member of the pool. Join in at Parkwood Family Aquatic Center for free Water Jazzercise between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. on Sundays and you won’t want to miss the live music by local band, Dunster Road, on Sunday, July 21 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Become a member at www.gnparks.org or at Great Neck House, 14 Arrandale Avenue.
Rotary Band Concert in the Village Green
Free Rotary Band concert in the Village Green on Wednesday, July 24 at 7:30 p.m. Bring chair or blanket. Moved to Parkwood Sports Complex if weather inclement. Call 516-487-GNPD for more information.
Nature Program: Walk Before Work
Take a walk before work on Thursday, July 25 at 7 a.m. in Kings Point Park. Meet in the first lot at the Steamboat Road entrance. Register online at gnparks.org or call 516-487-GNPD. Children under 16 may not attend.
Sail this summer at Steppingstone Marina
Adult sailing at Steppingstone Marina runs through Aug. 1. In addition to adult sailing programs, family courses, new waterfront activities, kayak/sailboat rentals, there is a summertime sailing program (ages 7 to 17), from July 1 to Aug. 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 rest of the summer. There are additional activities at Parkwood Sports Complex and optional transportation, daily lunches and field trips. There is also 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-GNPD for more information.
