Arts
Theater, gallery openings, museum events, and cultural happenings across Long Island. From the Heckscher to Bay Street to Argyle Theater.
Argyle Theater Cabaret — Summer Sunday Series
Six Broadway + Off-Broadway performers in the Argyle's intimate cabaret format. 90 minutes, no intermission, table seating, two-drink minimum. The summer series brings the bigger touring names — book the front balcony two-tops 3+ months ahead.
- When
- Where
- Argyle Theater, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Workshop Series Bundle
Artist and educator Kelly Clancy-Nill leads this five-week series at Studio Kash in Northport, combining mindfulness practices with hands-on art making. Classes run Monday evenings starting July 6. The studio is on Scudder Avenue, walkable from Northport village.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Des Bishop Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Irish-American comedian Des Bishop performs at Borrelli's Taproom in Long Beach, where the full dinner and cocktail menu will be running during the show. Two-item minimum purchase to hold your spot. The taproom's on West Beech, a few blocks from the boardwalk if you want to walk off your meal after.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 4: Draw in Zen
Studio Kash pairs a harbor walk with meditative drawing techniques—neurographic art and Zentangle—then you settle in with tea and chocolate to reflect on what you made. It's part of their Process Heart series, which treats art-making as a way to slow down rather than produce something Instagram-ready. The studio's on Scudder Ave, walkable from Northport village if you're already grabbing dinner down there.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Des Bishop Comedy Show @Borrelli's Taproom 9pm Show
Des Bishop brings his sharp observational comedy to Borrelli's Taproom for a 9pm Monday show. You'll need to order at least two items from their dinner, pizza, or cocktail menu—which honestly pairs well with comedy anyway. The taproom's on West Beech in Long Beach, walkable from the LIRR station if you're coming from farther east.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson: Author Talk, Q&A, & Book Signing
Bestselling author and psychic medium Laura Lynne Jackson talks about her work, takes questions, and signs books at Nest on Main in Northport. She's a Long Island native who's been on major networks and written multiple books about grief and connection—this is a smaller, more intimate setting than her typical events.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Charm Bar at Studio Kash
Pick a bracelet or necklace base, then load it up with charms while Studio Kash provides the tools, guidance, and a more considered setup than your average bead bar. It's jewelry-making without the chaos—think curated options and actual instruction. Right on Scudder Ave in Northport, easy to hit before or after dinner in the village.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Build-a-Bug: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Preschoolers craft their own bugs using natural materials and learn basic insect anatomy in this hands-on program at Nissequogue River State Park. The program is designed for ages 3-5 and costs $4 per child at the door. Park is off Saint Johnland Road in Kings Park.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Artist Spotlight: Pablo Picasso Workshop -Family Program 13+, $4 per person
A Sunday morning workshop exploring Picasso's life and techniques, designed for teens and adults (ages 13+). Meet at the Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building at Nissequogue River State Park. $4 per person.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Bat Map Walk: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Bring your curiosity and help researchers track bat populations at Connetquot River after dusk. You'll use actual monitoring equipment to collect data on local bat species—no experience needed, just show up at 7:30 PM. Park entrance is right off Sunrise Highway in Oakdale.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Fruits & Veggies: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
This interactive program introduces 3-5 year olds to garden produce through stories, activities, and sensory exploration. Kids learn where fruits and vegetables come from and why they're important. $4 per child at the Nissequogue River State Park main office building.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Salon in the Garden Series: Anne Spencer
Poet laureates Kimiko Hahn and Chip Williford read the works of Anne Spencer in Landcraft's garden, followed by a screening of the documentary Earth I Thank You. It's an evening salon series that mixes poetry with film in an outdoor North Fork setting. Starts at 6:30 PM.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 5: Reduce.Reuse. Create.
Bring your recycling guilt to this harbor walk-plus-collage workshop, where you'll turn cardboard, bottle caps, and whatever else into something intentional. Studio Kash provides tea, chocolate, and a reflective vibe—this isn't kids' crafts, it's slowdown-and-make-something-that-matters time. Another entry in their Process Heart series, same Scudder Ave spot in Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chris Distefano Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Chris Distefano hits Borrelli's stage at 7pm on a Wednesday, which is solid weeknight timing for his high-energy crowd work style. Two-item minimum from the full menu—dinner, pizza, cocktails. Same Long Beach spot on West Beech that's been hosting comedy regularly.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Chris Distefano Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Chris Distefano's back for a second show the same night at 9pm if the early set sells out. Same two-item purchase deal applies across their dinner and drink menu. Borrelli's Taproom on West Beech has been smart about doubling up shows for bigger-name comics.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Comedy Show
Chris Plumer headlines stand-up at SquareHead Brewing Company, which means you can pair craft beer with actual laughs instead of just pretending bar conversation counts as comedy. The Holbrook brewery's been hosting comedy nights that actually land, and their food menu holds up beyond typical bar snacks. Show starts at 7:30 PM, so you've got time to grab dinner there first.
- When
- Where
- SquareHead Brewing Company, Holbrook
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Foundations: 3-Week Workshop Bundle
The full three-week series takes you from brush basics through still life and landscape painting, meeting Monday evenings at Studio Kash. Each class builds on the previous one, so by the end you'll have a solid foundation in watercolor technique and a few finished pieces.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Peter Correale Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Peter Correale takes the Borrelli's stage on a Monday at 7pm—he's got that NYC comedy scene credibility and podcasts with the stand-up crowd. Two-item minimum from their pizza, dinner, and cocktail menu. The Long Beach taproom's becoming a reliable spot for this level of comic.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Saturday DNA! Petri Picasso: Living Art in the Lab
Cold Spring Harbor Lab's DNA Learning Center is teaching you how to grow fluorescent bacteria and turn it into glowing agar art. It's a hands-on biotech workshop that's equal parts science class and art studio. The center's right on 25A in Cold Spring Harbor—parking's in back.
- When
- Where
- Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor
- Price
- See ticket page
Pilobolus Dance Company at Landcraft Garden Foundation
Pilobolus Dance Company performs at Landcraft Garden Foundation at 6 PM, with doors opening an hour early for wine and a garden walk. The contemporary dance troupe is known for inventive choreography that blends athleticism with visual storytelling. It's an outdoor North Fork evening, so dress accordingly.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
2nd Annual East Hampton Art Affair at Herrick Park
Browse work from juried artists and makers at this outdoor art festival on Newtown Lane. Herrick Park is walking distance from East Hampton's main shopping strip, and admission is free both days. Parking fills up fast on summer weekends, so arrive early or bike in.
- When
- Where
- Herrick Park, East Hampton
Monarch Tagging: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help scientists track monarch migration by tagging butterflies at Connetquot River State Park Preserve. You'll learn how to safely handle and tag monarchs before releasing them—all data goes to research tracking their journey south. Meet at 9 AM Sunday morning, and it's free for adults.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
2nd Annual East Hampton Art Affair at Herrick Park
Browse work from juried artists and makers at this outdoor art festival on Newtown Lane. Herrick Park is walking distance from East Hampton's main shopping strip, and admission is free both days. Parking fills up fast on summer weekends, so arrive early or bike in.
- When
- Where
- Herrick Park, East Hampton
Monarch Tagging: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help track Monarch migration patterns by tagging butterflies before they start their trip to Mexico—your data goes into a national research database. Rangers provide the tags and show you the technique at this 9 AM session at Robert Moses Field 5. Free, adults only, and you might catch the migration wave if timing's right.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 5, Bay Shore
Monarch Tagging: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help track Monarch migration patterns by tagging butterflies before they start their trip to Mexico—your data goes into a national research database. Rangers provide the tags and show you the technique at this 9 AM session at Robert Moses Field 5. Free, adults only, and you might catch the migration wave if timing's right.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 5, Bay Shore
Trees for You and Me!: Tiny Tots(Ages 3-5), $4 per child
Preschoolers discover what trees need to grow, identify common Long Island species, and learn why forests matter through age-appropriate activities. The 3-5 age group meets at the Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building. $4 per child, pay when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Late Summer Birding: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Spot warblers, terns, and other migratory birds prepping for their journey south during this late-summer birding walk around Nissequogue River State Park. Binoculars recommended. $4 per person at the door.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Artist Spotlight: Frida Kahlo Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
This workshop covers Frida Kahlo's work and legacy through discussion and hands-on art activities for ages 12 and up. Held at the park's main office building in Kings Park. $4 per person.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Geology Rocks!: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Little kids examine rocks, learn what they're made of, and discover how geology shapes the landscape around Nissequogue River. Designed for ages 3-5 with hands-on exploration and simple lessons. $4 per child upon arrival at the park's main office.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Shakespeare in the park
Studio Theatre of Long Island brings a fully costumed "A Midsummer Night's Dream" outdoors at the Islip Arts Council space on Sunrise Highway. Free admission, so bring a blanket and settle in for Shakespeare under the sky.
- When
- Where
- Islip Arts Council Gallery, Bay Shore
Summer Creative Lab: A 3-Week Creative Media Program
Teens can spend three weeks working with creative media at Kasher Gallery & Studios this August. The program runs at the Scudder Avenue space in Northport, which is walkable from Main Street if you want to grab lunch between sessions.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson Meet & Greet • Book Signing • Q&A
Laura Lynne Jackson—the bestselling author and psychic medium who's been on basically every major talk show—comes to Nest on Main for a book signing, Q&A, and meet-and-greet. She's based on the Island, so this is a rare chance to see her in a small venue instead of a packed auditorium. Northport's Main Street has metered parking and a few pay lots within two blocks.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Anthony Rodia Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Anthony Rodia's viral Italian-American comedy bits translate even better live, and he's at Borrelli's on a Monday at 7pm. Standard two-item minimum applies to their full menu. If you've seen his Uncle Vinny videos, you know what energy to expect.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
iPhone Photography, Part Two: Making The Image Your Own
This second iPhone photography session with Tony focuses on editing—turning snapshots into finished images using the adjustments and tools already in your phone. You'll work on your own photos during the class, learning which sliders actually matter and how to develop a consistent style.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Author Event: Meet and Greet with Francesca Cocchi & Kyleigh Leddy
Authors Francesca Cocchi and Kyleigh Leddy are both stopping by for an evening meet-and-greet where you can chat, get books signed, and hear about their latest work. Starts at 6 PM on a Friday, so you can easily make it after work and still have time for dinner on Main Street.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Frogs and Friends: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Your 3-to-5-year-old can learn about frogs, salamanders, and other wetland creatures at this nature program tailored for preschoolers. It's a 30-minute intro to pond life with some hands-on elements. Nissequogue River State Park is off Saint Johnland Road in Kings Park; $4 per child at arrival.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Tote Bar: Paint & Patch
Customize a tote bag with fabric paint and iron-on patches at Studio Kash's second-floor space. You pick the patches, they supply the rest, and you leave with a bag that actually looks like you. Bring friends—it's more fun with company.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Postcards from the Future: A Creative Collage Night
Bring mixed media, vintage papers, and digital prints to create a collage postcard addressed to your future self. Studio Kash provides the space and materials to fill in gaps, and you'll leave with something that's half art project, half time capsule. It's a Wednesday evening, so plan accordingly for Northport parking.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
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