Birds, Butterflies, and Blooms
Saturday, Aug. 17, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Families will enjoy looking for birds and butterflies throughout Garvies Point Museum and Preserve’s gardens. $4 admission for adults, $2 for children ages 5 to 12.
Where: Garvies Point Museum & Preserve,
50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove
Info: 516-571-8010 or
www.garviespointmuseum.com.
Mermaid Tea Party
Saturday, Aug. 17, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum is hosting its annual mermaid celebration. Meet and greet the Museum Mermaid, enjoy complimentary snacks and create mermaid-themed crafts to take home with you. Costumes are welcome. $12 per participant, for all ages.
Where: The Whaling Museum & Education Center
301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor
Info: 631-367-3418 or www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.
BeachFest 2019
Saturday, Aug. 17, 12 to 5 p.m.
North Hempstead Beach Park will be the location
of this year’s BeachFest, a festival dedicated to
delicious food and drinks.
Where: North Hempstead Beach Park,
West Shore Rd., Port Washington
Info: 516-869-6311 or
www.northhempsteadny.gov.
The Humble Honey Bee
Saturday, Aug. 17, 2 to 4 p.m.
To celebrate National Honey Bee Day, the LICM will be teaching kids about the hardworking insects. Honey bees work hard to give us honey and beeswax, which is used in lip balms, skin moisturizers, candles, and cooking. Kids will be able to make a beeswax candle to take home with them.
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum,
11 Davis Ave., Garden City
Info: 516-224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Jr. Marine Biologist
Sunday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Bring your child to a fun-filled, two hour long event where you both can learn about the marine environment. This program includes hands-on time with live marine animals, beach activities, and a craft. $25 per child, includes adult. $5 for any additional adults. For ages 3 to 5.
Where: Sport Fishing Education Center,
Cedar Beach Marina, Ocean Pkwy., Babylon
Info: 631-587-2873 or www.seaexplorersmarinecamp.com.
