The Polar Express and How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Story Times
Friday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2 at 11 a.m.
Come onboard and listen to these two holiday classics that celebrate “The Polar Express” 30th anniversary edition (Dec. 1) and the heartwarming Dr. Seuss tale that shows how Christmas spirit will grow even the coldest and smallest of hearts three sizes (Dec. 2).
Where: Barnes and Noble in Manhasset (1542 Northern Blvd.) and Carle Place (91 Old Country Road)
Info: Manhasset: 516-365-6723; Carle Place: 516-741-9850 or barnesandnoble.com
Frosty the Snowman
Saturday, Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. and Sunday, Dec. 3 at 10:30 a.m. (ongoing performances through Dec. 31)
Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from mean old Ethel Pierpot and her evil machine that will melt all the snow. Get Frosty to the North Pole and make this holiday season a winter wonderland for one and all!
Where: John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport
Info & Tickets: 631-261-2900 or engemantheater.com
Happy Hanukkah at Dolphin Bookshop
Sunday, Dec. 3 at 11 a.m.
Celebrate Hanukkah with PJC at the Dolphin Bookshop where there will be a holiday story time and craft. For children of all ages.
Where: Dolphin Bookshop, 299 Main St., Port Washington
Info: 516-767-2650 or thedolphinbookshop.com
Holiday Tales at the Hearth
Sunday, Dec. 3, 1 to 4 p.m.
Head on over to Hempstead House with a celebration of holiday traditions from around the world. Festive music will play, Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit, and special guest readers will share favorite stories by the library’s roaring fireplace.
Where: Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, Hempstead House, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point
Info: 516-571-7901 or sandspointpreserveconservancy.org
Christmas at Hicks Nurseries
Through Sunday, Dec. 24 (check website for daily store hours)
Family traditions begin at Hicks Nurseries. Stroll through their free animated story featuring life-sized animatronic scenes. Meet Santa in person at Hicks through Dec. 23rd (Monday-Friday, 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 6 p.m.) And enjoy music on the weekends over a warm cup of hot chocolate or cider while picking out your Christmas tree in a covered area that has become a family favorite tradition.
Where: Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury
Info: 516-334-0066 or hicksnurseries.com
