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Special Needs Directory
ABA Psychological Services, P.C.
436 Willis Ave., 2nd floor, Williston Park 516-294-5000 abapsychologicalservices.com pmoss@abapsychologicalservices.com
We provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA therapy) to children and adults who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Our BCBAs provide these services in the home, community, and our clinic setting. We work to decrease challenging or aggressive behaviors while teaching appropriate language, social, daily living, and coping skills.
Advantage Care Health Center
189 Wheatley Road, Brookville 516-686-4400 230 Hanse Ave., Freeport advantagecaredtc.org
Advantage Care Health Centers and The Fay J. Lindner Center are Long Island’s premier Federally Qualified Health Care Centers (FQHC). We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and mental and behavioral health services to children and adults. The center specializes in providing services to individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Family of Kidz - Kidz ABA
familyofkidz.com/kidz-aba info@familyofkidz.com
Helping Families Thrive - Kidz ABA provides insurance-based ABA services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Kidz ABA is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to your child with ASD.
The Hagedorn Little Village School, Jack Joel Center for Special Children
750 Hicksville Road, Seaford 516-520-6000 littlevillage.org jon.feingold@littlevillage.org
The Hagedorn Little Village School is a not-for-profit school highly regarded for providing outstanding educational and therapeutic services for children with a wide range of developmental disabilities. HLVS provides yearround programs and services that include diagnostic evaluations and treatment, early intervention, a preschool, an elementary school, SEIT, and related services.
Helping Hands Family
229 Laurel Road, East Northport 631-659-3337 hhfamily.com referral@hhfamily.com
We provide ABA Therapy to children diagnosed with autism in both Suffolk and Nassau counties. We provide center-based, in-home, or in-school ABA Therapy. Our highly trained staff works with each child in 1-to-1 sessions, individualized treatment plans and goals, and built-in parent training for all our programs.
Huntington Learning Centers
Baldwin, Bay Shore, Carle Place, East Northport, Flushing, Lynbrook, Manhasset, Massapequa, Miller Place, Patchogue, Plainview, Smithtown huntingtonhelps.com
Huntington is the leader in kindergarten to 12th tutoring and test prep. Our certified tutors provide individualized instruction in all areas including executive functioning, ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities. We help students prep for the SAT, ACT, and state exams. Huntington also testifies on the student’s behalf and attends IEP/504 meetings.
Law Offices of Brad H. Rosken, PLLC
631-379-9569 specialedcounselor.com brad@specialedcounselor.com
Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney. He is also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law. He will guide you, decipher lingo, and develop effective strategies.
Law Offices of Susan J. Deedy & Associates
1600 Stewart Ave., Suite 603, Westbury 516-221-8133 susandeedylaw.com sdeedy@susandeedylaw.com
The Law Offices of Susan J. Deedy and Associates has been representing parents of students with disabilities since 2003. We are proud of our longstanding record of reaching successful resolutions to disputes between parents and school districts. Our representation provides a personalized approach to ensuring that the desired outcome is achieved.
Long Island Speech
Locations across Suffolk and Nassau: Stony Brook, Farmingville, Commack, East Yaphank, Islip Terrace, Jericho, Wantagh, New Hyde Park 844-5-SPEECH (844-577-3324) Newest Location: 2915 Sunrise Highway, Islip Terrace 631-675-1065 lispeech.com
Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, owns and operates Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy. With her group of therapists, she supports families across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, and expressive and receptive language disorders.
Path 2 Potential Autism and Behavioral Therapy
1-833-AUTISM2 (288-4762) path2potential.org nlantier@path2potential.org
Path 2 Potential provides in-home autism and ABA programs to individuals in New York, New Jersey, Arizona, and Florida, as well as Remote TeleTherapy. At Path 2 Potential, we pride ourselves in understanding the value of family and the importance of providing quality ABA services for individuals with autism.
Soccer Shots
171 Eileen Way, Syosset 516-558-2266 soccershots.com/longislandwest liwest@soccershots.com
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Soccer Shots Empower is designed specifically for children with physical or mental disabilities. The program provides children with a venue for fun, participation, and growth. Children will develop positive social relationships, build confidence, and learn new skills.
Variety Child Learning Center
47 Humphrey Drive, Syosset 516-921-7171 Variety Child Learning Center at the Gallow School 72 Farmedge Road, Levittown 516-490-3301 vclc.org
Variety Child Learning Center provides evaluations, early intervention, special education (special classes, special classes in integrated settings, itinerant services), ABA, and Family Center Respite Program to more than 750 children and families annually, and professional training. VCLC has implemented COVID protocols in accordance with NYS DOH and CDC guidelines.
Vincent Smith School
322 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington 516-365-4900 vincentsmithschool.org
Vincent Smith School is Long Island’s premier prep school serving students with learning issues such as school anxiety, ADHD, dyslexia, and auditory and language disorders in first to 12th grades. VSS students come from all over Long Island and NYC to take advantage of the school’s unique programs and individualized curriculum.
Winston Preparatory School
Seven schools located in New York City, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, California, in addition to a fully online school accessible anywhere in the U.S. 631-779-2400 winstonprep.edu liadmissions@winstonprep.edu
Winston Preparatory School is a network of six campuses offering students with learning differences a highly individualized and responsive education. Our unique model serves students through 12th grade. Winston Online now allows students to learn from anywhere in the country. Visit winstonprep.edu/admissions to sign up for a virtual open house.
Yellow Bus ABA
51 Charles St., Mineola 516-284-0190 yellowbusaba.com info@yellowbusaba.com
Yellow Bus ABA offers a rich learning environment, utilizing principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to effectively address communication, social, play, and readiness skills and reduce and replace behaviors that may cause harm or interfere with learning. They provide an individualized, child-centered approach to helping learners and their families thrive.
Calendar OCTOBER
WHEN: Through Nov. 7: Wednesday-Sunday and Oct. 11, see website for schedule WHERE: Old Bethpage Restoration Village, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage AGES: All WHAT: Elaborate displays and thousands of pumpkins enchant at this 19th-century village. WANT TO GO? $32-$44; $24-$36 ages 3-17. 914-366-6900. pumpkinblaze.org.
Our calendar is full of great ideas. First, here are the October events we consider can’t-miss—the ones we’re taking our own kids to, including NYC Winter Lantern Festival: A Bug’s Night Drive-Thru Adventure (pictured left). Consider it your cheat sheet to the best of what’s great this month!
Long Island Fall Festival
WHEN: Oct. 8-11, Friday, 5-10pm; Saturday-Sunday, 11am-9pm; Monday, 11am-5pm WHERE: Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington AGES: All WHAT: Hundreds of craft vendors, live entertainment, and a carnival will keep everyone more than satisfied throughout the holiday weekend WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for rides and goods. 631-423-6100. lifallfestival.com.
The Dude Perfect 2021 Tour
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9, 7pm WHERE: NYCB LIVE, Home of The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale AGES: All WHAT: The Dude Perfect 2021 Tour nationwide tour will give fans an up-close look at their record-breaking sports stunts and hilarious skits. WANT TO GO? $30 and up. 516-231-4848. dudeperfect.com.
45th Annual Riverhead Country Fair
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 10, 10am-5pm WHERE: Downtown Riverhead, Main Street, Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: The fair features rides and games for children, food, competitions, live entertainment, and more. WANT TO GO? Admission is free. 631-440-1350. riverheadcountryfair.com.
Oktoberfest
WHEN: Oct. 16-17, Saturday-Sunday, 9am-9pm WHERE: Garden of Eve Farm, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy the end of fall with live music, vendors, pumpkin picking, hayrides, locally brewed beer, and special Oktoberfest Menu. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; $9.95 Fun Fields admission. 631-722-8777. gardenofevefarm.com.
Circo Vazquez
WHEN: Oct. 15-25, Friday, 7:30pm; Saturday-Sunday, 2pm, 5pm, and 8pm; Monday-Thursday, 7:30pm WHERE: Walt Whitman Mall, 160 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station AGES: All WHAT: The Circus Vazquez performing artists come from different parts of the world. Bringing magic and joy to people of all ages! WANT TO GO? $70; $65 members of the military, seniors, and people with disabilities; $25 children 2-10. 877-829-7839. circovazquez.com.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23, 3-6pm WHERE: Belmont Lake State Park, 625 Belmont Road, North Babylon AGES: All WHAT: The Great Jack-O’-Lantern Sail will feature lit carved pumpkins placed on boats pulled around the lake and children’s activities including trick-or-treat stations and a not-so-scary ‘Spooky Den’. WANT TO GO? 631-667-5055. parks.ny.gov.
35th Annual Rock Hall Country Fair
WHEN: Oct. 23-24, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-5pm WHERE: Rock Hall Museum, 199 Broadway, Lawrence AGES: All WHAT: Fall fun includes live entertainment, colonial historians, children’s pumpkin patch, animal farm, pony rides, and more. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 516239-1157. friendsofrockhall.org.
For the
WHOLE FAMILY
WHEN: Oct. 8-31, Friday-Sunday, 6:30-9:30pm WHERE: Center for Science Teaching and Learning-Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre AGES: All WHAT: During Spooky Fest you can explore 16 acres of grounds transformed into a family-friendly Halloween event. WANT TO GO? $12-$20. 516-764-0045. cstl.org.
WHEN: Oct. 22-Jan. 9, 2022, see website for schedule WHERE: Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor AGES: All WHAT: A Bug’s Night will dazzle your friends and family as you roll through more than 20 acres of vivid lanterns and holiday lights! WANT TO GO? $34.99 weekdays; $49.99 weekends; $59.99 Dec. 24-Jan. 2, 2022. nycwinterlanternfestival.com.
Gardening In The Park FREE
WHEN: Oct. 2-16, Saturdays, 9am-12pm WHERE: The Common Ground, Rotary Park between Gillette and Candee avenues, Sayville AGES: All WHAT: Spend the day surrounded by nature and help maintain the gardens. WANT TO GO? 631-664-4230. thecommonground.com.
The Annual Massapequa Park Village Street Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 2, 10:30am-4:30pm WHERE: Downtown Massapequa Park, Park Boulevard and Front Street, Massapequa Park AGES: All WHAT: Bring the family out for inflatables, towering rock wall, The ‘Pequa Choo-Choo Express, food, vendors, and more. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. lifairs.com.
Fall Festival
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 2, 10am-4pm WHERE: St. John’s Lutheran Church-Merrick, 1 Van Roo Ave., Merrick AGES: All WHAT: Bring the family out for vendors, food, bake sale, raffles, bounce house, children’s activities and more. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 516-3793858. facebook.com/events/413991296701320.
Bethpage Street Fair
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 3, 10am-5pm WHERE: Downtown Shopping District, 356 Broadway, Bethpage
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9, 11am-12pm WHERE: Patchogue-Medford Library, 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue AGES: All WHAT: Come out to a lively concert of Flamenco, Argentine Tango, and Mexican Mariachi music and dance. WANT TO GO? 631-654-4700. pmlib.org.
AGES: All WHAT: Live music, kiddie bounce houses, and plenty of great food! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. nassaucountyfairs.com.
CTREE Giddy-Up 5K
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 3, 9am-12pm WHERE: Sagg Main Beach, 1 Sagg Main St., Sagaponack AGES: All WHAT: Run for a good cause! Medals for all, T-shirts, and a fun Chinese Auction. WANT TO GO? $25. 631-779-2835. runsignup.com.
Malverne Fall Festival
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 3, 10am-4pm WHERE: Malverne Chamber of Commerce, 280 Hempstead Ave., Malverne Train Station, Malverne AGES: All WHAT: Parade, live music, vendors, rides, games, and, of course, classic cars. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 516-6445615. malvernechamberofcommerce.com.
Garden City Street Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9, 10am-5pm WHERE: Seventh Street, between Franklin and Hilton avenues, Garden City AGES: All WHAT: The Garden City Street Fair will feature a homecoming parade, live music, vendors, a trackless train, and more! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. nassaucountyfairs.com.
Guided Nature Walks
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9, 10-11am WHERE: Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point AGES: All WHAT: Explore different aspects of the preserve’s environment, encompassing its unique physical features and wildlife, as well as critical conservation issues and helpful practices to create a healthy, sustainable environment. Participants must maintain social distancing and wear facemasks for everyone’s health and safety. WANT TO GO? $15; $10 members; $5 children; free for child members. 516-571-7901. sandspointpreserveconservancy.org.
Montauk Chamber of Commerce Fall Family Festival
WHEN: Oct. 9-10, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-5pm WHERE: Montauk Village Green, 37 Carl Fisher Plaza, Montauk AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy pumpkin painting, kid crafts, bouncy rides, delicious treats, the annual chowder contest, and more! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. montaukchamber.com.
Mineola Street Fair
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 10, 10am-5pm WHERE: Mineola Chamber of Commerce, Jericho Turnpike, between Mineola Boulevard and Willis Avenue, Mineola AGES: All WHAT: Bring the family out for live entertainment, kiddies bounce houses, celebrity dunk tank, and plenty of great fun food! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 516-4226000. nassaucountyfairs.com.
A Morning for Families FREE
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16, 9-11am WHERE: Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport AGES: All WHAT: Spend the morning exploring the collection, grounds, gardens, architecture, and the Reichert Planetarium’s “Open Sky”. WANT TO GO? 631-854-5552. vanderbiltmuseum.org.
The Annual Levittown Fall Festival
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16, 10am-5pm WHERE: Kiwanis Club of Levittown, 3041 Hempstead Turnpike, municipal parking field behind Tri-County Flea Market, Levittown AGES: All WHAT: This Craft Fair also features food trucks, inflatables, ChooChoo Ride for the kids, plus live music and demonstrations WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. lifairs.com.
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 17, 3pm WHERE: Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, 232 Main St., Suite 1, Port Washington AGES: All WHAT: See this Traditional Trinidadian steel band perform calypso melodies, Broadway show tunes, and contemporary classical pieces. WANT TO GO? 516-767-6444. landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Scrimshaw Workshop
WHEN: Oct. 16-23, Saturdays, 2pm WHERE: The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Explore scrimshaw then ketch, carve, and ink a “fauxshaw” keepsake box to take home. WANT TO GO? $10; $5 members, plus admission: $6; $5 seniors 62 and older and children 4-18; free for children 3 and younger and those with active military with ID. 631-387-3418. cshwhalingmuseum.org.
Downtown Riverhead’s Annual Halloween Fest
FREE
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23, 3-8pm WHERE: Downtown Riverhead, Main Street, Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Have a spooktacular time with a spirited shows at the historic Suffolk Theater, Coffin Races, Trick or Treating, Goblin Parade and more! WANT TO GO? 631-4401350. downtownriverhead. org/halloween-fest.
Merrick Fall Festival
WHEN: Oct. 22-24, Friday, 6-11pm; Saturday, 11am-11pm; Sunday, 11am-8pm WHERE: The Merrick Chamber of Commerce, Merrick Railroad Station, Sunrise Highway and Merrick Avenue, Merrick AGES: All WHAT: This annual festival features carnival rides, food, games, vendors, and more! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for rides and goods. 516-771-1171. merrickchamber.org.
The West Hempstead Fall Street Fair FREE
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 24, 10am-5pm WHERE: West Hempstead Kiwanis Club, Nassau Blvd., From Hempstead Ave. to Johnson Lane, West Hempstead AGES: All WHAT: Kids can play on the inflatable rides, rock wall, train ride, and more. Make sure to check out the food trucks and live entertainment! WANT TO GO? facebook.com/events/799765554055207.
Super Family Sunday: Enchanted Forest
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 24, 11am-12:30pm; 1-2:30pm; 3-4:30pm WHERE: Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Join the museum for a day of wonder and magic, art activities, scavenger hunts and more. WANT TO GO? $20; $10 members. 516-484-9337. nassaumuseum.org.
Fall Festival
WHEN: Through Oct. 24: Saturday-Sunday and Columbus Day, 10am-6pm (last admission: 4pm); after Oct. 9, gates open at 9am WHERE: White Post Farms, 250 Old Country Road, Melville AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy unlimited hayrides, hay activity, family shows, and more! WANT TO GO? $32.95. 631-351-9373. whitepostfarms.com.
Grist Mill Tours & Country Store
WHEN: Through Oct. 24: Sundays, 1-4:30pm WHERE: The Stony Brook Grist Mill (c. 1751), 100 Harbor Road, Stony Brook AGES: All WHAT: Take a tour of Long Island’s most complete working mill and learn about its role in the community over the past 300 years. WANT TO GO? $3; $2 children. 631-751-2244. wmho.org.
The Discovery Pontoon Cruise
WHEN: Through Oct. 27: daily, time depends on tide WHERE: Ward Melville Heritage Organization, 51 Shore Road, Stony Brook AGES: All WHAT: Cruise through beautiful West Meadow Creek while a naturalist explains and highlights the wildlife along the 88-acre wetlands preserve! WANT TO GO? $35; $25 children ages 3-6; $5 children ages 2 and younger when purchased in advance. 631-751-2244. wmho.org.
Ghosts, Goblins, and Witches
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30, 8pm WHERE: Ballet Long Island, 1863 Pond Road, Ronkonkoma AGES: All WHAT: Get in the Halloween spirit with spooky Halloween Dances! WANT TO GO? $18; $9 children and senior citizens. 631-7371964. ballet-long-island.square.site.
Arts In The Plaza FREE
WHEN: Through Oct. 30: Saturdays, 10am-3pm WHERE: Kennedy Plaza, 1 W. Chester St., Long Beach AGES: All
WHEN: Through Oct. 31: see website for schedule WHERE: Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury AGES: All WHAT: See the all-new animated story “Otto’s Sweet Journey,” and on weekends take photos with Otto and try delicious fall favorites! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 516334-0066. hicksnurseries.com.
WHAT: Visit Arts in the Plaza for handcrafted art by Long Island artists, live music, and cultural performances. WANT TO GO? 516-507-8383. artsintheplaza.com.
Pumpkin and Craft Brew Weekends
WHEN: Oct. 2-31, Saturday-Sunday, 9am-6pm WHERE: Garden of Eve Farm, 4558 Sound Ave., Riverhead AGES: All WHAT: Have fun with unlimited access to mini pumpkin Field, Family Fun Fields, hayrides, pedal karts, hay tower, farm animals, spider web, and more. WANT TO GO? $9.95; free for children younger than 2. 631-7228777. gardenofevefarm.com.
Pumpkin Patch
WHEN: Oct. 2-31, Saturday-Sunday and Oct. 11, 11am-5pm WHERE: Borellas Farm Stand, 485 Edgewood Ave., St. James AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy unlimited hayrides, a corn maze, corn kernel excavation, water duck races, witches hat toss, and more. Plus, for an additional fee, ride the cow train and enjoy the corn cob cannon! WANT TO GO? $12; free for children younger than 3. 631-8627330. borellasfarmstand.com.
Fall Festival
WHEN: Through Oct. 31: Saturday-Sunday, 10am-5pm WHERE: Fink’s Country Farm, 6242 Middle Country Road, Wading River AGES: All WHAT: Come out for hayrides, corn maze, U-pick pumpkins, kiddy train ride, combine slide, and much more! WANT TO GO? $18; $15 seniors 65 and older, members of the military, law enforcement, fire department; free for children younger than 3. 631-886-2272. finksfarm.com.
Halloween House Long Island
WHEN: Oct. 1-Nov. 4, Monday-Wednesday, 3-9pm; Thursday, 3-10pm; Friday, 3pm-1am; Saturday, 11am-1am; Sunday, 11am-9pm WHERE: Halloween House Long Island Grounds, 1500 Old Country Road, Westbury AGES: All WHAT: Immerse yourself in different Halloween themed rooms, designed to make every Halloween lover’s experience unforgettable. WANT TO GO? $25-$30; $20-$25 ages 10 and younger. 516-5405282. halloweenhouselongisland.com.
Fairview Farm Maize
WHEN: Through Nov. 7: Saturday-Sunday and Columbus Day, 10am-6pm WHERE: Fairview Farm, 69 Horsemill Lane, Bridgehampton (for GPS use Water Mill) AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy the beauty of 8 acres of corn 10 feet tall, pick pumpkins, and more. WANT TO GO? $12; $10 ages 11 and younger; free for children 3 and younger. 631-537-6154. fairviewfarmatmecox.com.
Choice for All Presents: Hempstead Youth-Run Farmers’ Market
WHEN: Through Nov. 13: Saturdays, 11:30am-4pm WHERE: Village of Hempstead Village Hall Parking Lot, 99 James A. Garner Way, Hempstead AGES: All WHAT: Come out and support this youth run farmers’ market. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 516-4893400. villageofhempstead.org.
Westhampton Beach Farmers’ Market
WHEN: Through Nov. 20: Saturdays, 9am-1pm WHERE: The Village Green, Mill Road and Main Street, Westhampton Beach AGES: All WHAT: Shop more than 60 vendors, growers, and producers providing locally grown, caught, and homemade items. WANT TO GO? Admission is free; prices vary for goods. 631-2883337. westhamptonchamber.org.
Just for
Younger Kids
Storybook Stroll: ‘Make Way for Ducklings’ by Robert McCloskey
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 11, 10:30-11:30am WHERE: Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Bring your little ones for a stroll in the gardens while enjoying a story along the way, and then creating a unique take home craft. WANT TO GO? Free with admission: $14; $12 ages 62 and older and full-time students; $8 children 7-17. 516-252-3392. oldwestburygardens.org.
Princess Tea Party
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23, 1pm WHERE: Ballet Long Island, 1863 Pond Road, Ronkonkoma AGES: 3-8 WHAT: See a princess performance, meet them after the show, and have a tea party! WANT TO GO? $20. 631-737-1964. balletlongisland.com.
Play Time, Learn Time FREE
WHEN: Sept. 27-Nov. 18, Monday and Thursday, 2-3pm WHERE: Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Bring your little ones to discover an outdoor space that allows for messy play, building, and interactive art exploration, as well as a music and movement area. WANT TO GO? 631-852-4610. ccesuffolk.org.
Great for
Elementary-Age Kids
Sonia de los Santos
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9, 11am WHERE: Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, 232 Main St., Suite 1, Port Washington AGES: 3-12 WHAT: See this Latin Grammy-nominated musician, whose work reflects her experiences growing up in Mexico, moving to another country, learning about other cultures, and, in the process, feeling closer to her own heritage. WANT TO GO? $26. 516-767-6444. landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Kids Creatures of the Night
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 10, 5:30-7pm WHERE: Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown AGES: All WHAT: Meet nighttime animals, hear a story about some nocturnal animals, and take a short walk to see where creatures of the
Halloween Friends & Fun Cookie Decorating Class
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 11, 10am WHERE: Celebrations In The Kitchen, 63 E. Old Country Road, Hicksville AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Participants will detail the most classic shapes of this whimsical holiday with custom colored icing and confectionery blends. WANT TO GO? $69.95. 516-396-2193. celebrationsinthekitchen.com.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30, 10-11:30am WHERE: Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point AGES: All WHAT: Ranger Eric will lead visitors of all ages on monthly exploratory walks across the Preserve’s grounds. Each walk is unique. Register at the Gatehouse and meet at Castle Gould’s Clock Tower. Face masks and social distancing are required. WANT TO GO? $16; $6 per child; $12 members; $2 members per child. 516-571-7901. sandspointpreserveconservancy.org.
night make their homes. WANT TO GO? $10; $5 children younger than 12. 631-979-6344. sweetbriarnc.org.
Family Workshop: Museum Together FREE
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 11, 10am-12pm WHERE: Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport AGES: All WHAT: Spend time in the Hall of Fishes learning about marine life and create a work of art together. WANT TO GO? 631-854-5539. vanderbiltmuseum.org.
Scavenger Hunt
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 11, 10am-5pm WHERE: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Find the clues that will help you discover the secret animal! WANT TO GO? $7; $6 seniors 65 and older; $5 ages 3-12. 516692-6768. cshfishhatchery.org.
Pumpkin Painting FREE
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 15, 6-7:30pm WHERE: Patchogue-Medford Library, 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue AGES: 9-17 WHAT: Paint your own spooky pumpkin! WANT TO GO? 631-654-4700. pmlib.org.
Halloween Pals Cupcake Baking Class
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 19, 4pm WHERE: Celebrations In The Kitchen, 63 E. Old Country Road, Hicksville AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Bake from scratch alongside the pros as they create their own cupcake batter to make 6 cupcakes each. WANT TO GO? $69.95. 516-396-2193. celebrationsinthekitchen.com.
Drop-in Discovery: Pumpkins!
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 28, 2:30-5pm WHERE: Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Children and their families will explore simple science concepts and subjects on the natural world while partaking in fun, kid-friendly projects and crafts. WANT TO GO? Free with admission: $14; $12 ages 62 and older and full-time students; $8 children 7-17. 516-252-3392. oldwestburygardens.org.
Rapunzel
WHEN: Sept. 25-Oct. 31, Saturday, 11am; Sunday, 10:30am (No performance Oct. 9) WHERE: John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport AGES: All WHAT: See the story of Rapunzel come alive on stage! WANT TO GO? $20. 631-261-2900. engemantheater.com.
Spookley The Square Pumpkin: The Musical
WHEN: Sept. 25-Oct. 31, see website for schedule WHERE: Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts at the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown AGES: All WHAT: Watch as Spookley helps all the pumpkins in the patch learn that the things that make you different make you special. WANT TO GO? $18. 631-724-3700. smithtownpac.org.
Wizard of Oz: Theatre for Young Adults
WHEN: Oct. 23-31, Saturday-Sunday, 11am WHERE: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre AGES: 3-12 WHAT: See this classic live on stage! WANT TO GO? $15. 516-323-4444. madisontheatreny.org.
Egg Taking Demonstration
WHEN: Oct. 30-Nov. 28, Saturday-Sundays, 1pm and 3pm (No 3pm demo on Oct. 30) WHERE: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor AGES: All WHAT: Witness the centuries old process of egg taking and fertilization. WANT TO GO? $7; $6 seniors 65 and older; $5 ages 3-12. 516692-6768. cshfishhatchery.org.
