Classes
Workshops, classes, and learning experiences for kids and adults across Long Island libraries, museums, and community spaces.
Editor's Pick Flower Power - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
Designed for families with kids of all physical and developmental abilities, this program explores flowers and pollinators through hands-on activities that work for different learning styles and mobility levels. Sunken Meadow's nature center sits right off Lot 1, so access is straightforward. The session runs about an hour and staff adapt activities as needed.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Stewardship Saturday: Nissequogue Greenhouse Director's Path
Clear invasive plants from the Director's Path at Nissequogue River State Park's greenhouse in Kings Park. This early Saturday session starts at 9am, so you'll be done before the day heats up. Bring gloves and water—NYS Parks supplies the rest.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Summer Lantern Walk: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Walk the trails at Heckscher after sunset with lanterns lighting the way. It's $4 per person when you arrive (despite the free listing), and the park's main entrance is right off the parkway. Starts at 7:45 PM, so plan to arrive before dark.
- When
- Where
- Heckscher State Park, East Islip
Editor's Pick Mid-Tide Splash - Family program (6+), $4 cash per child upon arrival
Wade into the Long Island Sound shallows at mid-tide to see what's living in the water—bring clothes and shoes that can get soaked. Ages 6 and up, $4 cash per kid at check-in. Meet at Lot 3, the beach parking area at Sunken Meadow.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Self Care Saturday: Adult Program, $4 upon arrival
This Saturday afternoon wellness session at Connetquot is light on details but free to attend ($4 day-use fee when you get there). The preserve's off Sunrise Highway in Oakdale with plenty of parking near the main office building.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Editor's Pick Welcome Back Osprey - Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
Hike Sunken Meadow's trails to spot ospreys returning to their nesting platforms for the season. The walk is family-friendly and costs $4 cash per person. Start at Lot 3—wear comfortable shoes since you'll be covering some ground.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Stewardship Sunday: Walt Whitman Birthplace
Spend Sunday morning pulling invasive plants from the grounds around Walt Whitman's birthplace in Huntington Station. NYS Parks provides guidance and tools—you bring work gloves and a willingness to get your hands dirty. It's hands-on preservation work at one of Long Island's most significant literary sites.
- When
- Where
- Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, Huntington Station
Editor's Pick Davis Park Storytime! w/Patchogue-Medford Library
The Patchogue-Medford Library brings storytime to the Fire Island boardwalk at Davis Park—a solid mid-morning break from sand and waves. Look for them at Trustees Walk; it's a recurring thing through summer.
- When
- Where
- Trustees Walk, Fire Island
Editor's Pick Messy Church
A crafts-and-snacks session that leans into the chaos—expect glue, glitter, and Bible stories in equal measure. Free Wednesday night programming at the Methodist church on James Street.
- When
- Where
- United Methodist Church of Babylon, Babylon
Paint Nite • Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill • Levittown
Paint Nite • Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill • Levittown at Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill in Levittown , Friday, July 24 at 7:00 PM. Presented by Paint Nite.
- When
- Where
- Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill, Levittown
- Price
- See ticket page
Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Paddle a section of the Nissequogue River with a park naturalist on this guided kayak tour. Bring your own kayak or check if rentals are available when you call ahead—the listing doesn't specify. Park entrance is on Saint Johnland Road in Kings Park, $4 day-use fee applies.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Paint Nite • The Experience LI • Hauppauge
Paint butterfly designs on wine glasses at this 21+ workshop in Hauppauge. The Experience LI provides all supplies and instruction, so you can focus on sipping and painting. Commerce Drive has plenty of parking.
- When
- Where
- The Experience LI, Hauppauge
- Price
- See ticket page
The Home Buzz: How to Make a Native Bee House (A Family Workshop)
Chris Kelly walks you through the life cycles of native bees while you build your own bee house to take home and install in your garden. The workshop happens at Landcraft Garden Foundation in Mattituck, where you can wander the grounds before or after. Bring the kids—they'll actually learn something useful about pollinators.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Long Beach Hotel 07/26/2026 1:00 Seaglass Tree Christmas in July • Long Beach Hotel • Long Beach
Paint a seaglass-style Christmas tree in July at the Long Beach Hotel—all supplies included, no art background required. You'll leave with a finished piece. The hotel is a few blocks from the boardwalk if you want to make an afternoon of it.
- When
- Where
- Long Beach Hotel, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Women's Moon Circle
Revolution Yoga in Rockville Centre holds monthly moon circles—gatherings for women to mark the new or full moon. Free, starts at 6:30 PM on North Village Ave.
- When
- Where
- Revolution Yoga, Rockville Centre
Beyond the No: Celebrating Creative Persistence — A REJECTED Discussion
This free table talk brings together creatives who've been rejected—by galleries, publishers, grants, whatever—and kept going anyway. It's tied to the REJECTED exhibition at Kasher Gallery, so you can see the work that eventually made it through. Northport location on Scudder Ave, and yeah, actually free.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
Meet the Animals - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
NYS Parks brings live animals to Sunken Meadow's Nature Center in a program designed for kids and adults with any physical or developmental ability level. The structured 10:30 AM Friday session helps families connect with wildlife in an accessible, no-pressure setting. Park in Lot 1 and head to the Nature Center—it's free, no registration mentioned.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Silent Book Club – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
Silent Book Club meets at Robert Moses Field 5 for an hour of quiet reading with other book people—no assigned book, no discussion required. Bring whatever you're currently reading, a beach chair, and maybe a sweatshirt since it's an evening session. Free, and The Book Whisperer hosts.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 5, Bay Shore
Silent Book Club – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
Bring whatever you're reading and settle in for an hour of companionable silence with other readers—no book club homework required. The Book Whisperer hosts this free monthly meetup at Nest on Main, right on Northport's walkable Main Street strip. Show up, read your own thing, maybe chat before or after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Silent Book Club In The Park – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
The Book Whisperer's Silent Book Club meets at Northport Village Park for an hour of quiet reading outdoors. Bring whatever you're currently reading—no assigned books, no discussion required, just low-key company and your own pages. Free, and the park's right by the harbor if you want to walk around after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Meet the Animals - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
NYS Parks brings live animals to Sunken Meadow's Nature Center in a program designed for kids and adults with any physical or developmental ability level. The structured 10:30 AM Friday session helps families connect with wildlife in an accessible, no-pressure setting. Park in Lot 1 and head to the Nature Center—it's free, no registration mentioned.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Moths Under The Moonlight -Adult program, $4 cash per adult upon arrival
Learn to ID nighttime sounds and set up a moth sheet to attract nocturnal insects under moonlight at Sunken Meadow. This one's for adults only—starts at 7:30 PM, so you'll catch the actual transition from dusk to dark. Bring $4 cash and meet at Lot 1.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Kings Park
Groofy Greenport Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt turns Greenport's Main Street into a puzzle you solve with your phone and your feet. Starts at Encanto Crepes on Main Street—plenty of parking in the municipal lot behind Railroad Ave. Kat Nelson from Alley Kat Adventures leads these recurring Friday hunts that hit spots most tourists walk right past.
- When
- Where
- Encanto Crepes & Cafe, Greenport
- Price
- See ticket page
Sayville Shenanigans Scavenger Hunt
Same Sayville scavenger hunt as the morning session, just starting at 2 PM instead. You'll begin at Sayville Bean and work through clues that take you around the village's shops and side streets. Good option if you're sleeping in or coming from the South Shore beaches nearby.
- When
- Where
- Sayville Bean Coffee House, Sayville
- Price
- See ticket page
Southampton Shuffle Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt sends you around Southampton solving clues and completing challenges. Starts at Tate's Bake Shop on North Sea Road—you know, the place that made those cookies famous before Whole Foods bought them. Teams compete for prizes while exploring the village.
- When
- Where
- Tate's Bake Shop, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport) • Bayport
Paint Nite • Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport) • Bayport at Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport) in Bayport, Tuesday, July 28 at 7:00 PM. Presented by Paint Nite.
- When
- Where
- Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport), Bayport
- Price
- See ticket page
Basketry for Beginners
Learn to weave a basket around a glass vase with instructors Tina Pearsall and Carol Losquadro from BWGELI. You'll pick up basic basketry techniques and leave with a finished piece. Happens at Landcraft Garden Foundation in Mattituck on Grand Avenue.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Passport through Parks: Belmont, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This monthly hiking series hits a different Long Island state park each time, and August's stop is Belmont Lake in West Babylon. It's a solid way to explore parks you might not visit otherwise, and the flat loop around the lake works for most fitness levels. $4 per person day-use fee at the gate.
- When
- Where
- Belmont Lake State Park, West Babylon
Bay Walk: Children’s Program (ages 8+), $4 per child upon arrival
Kids 8 and up can explore the bay ecosystem at Robert Moses Field 2 with a ranger-led walk along the shoreline. You'll check out what's living in the water and along the sand—$4 per child at arrival. Starts at 10 AM, so beat the beach crowds.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Whales of the Deep Blue Sea: Tiny Tots (ages 3-5), $4 per child
This 30-minute program introduces 3-to-5-year-olds to whales through stories, activities, and hands-on learning at Connetquot River. It's $4 per kid and designed specifically for the short attention span crowd. Starts at 10:30 AM on a Wednesday morning.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Build-a-Bug-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Preschoolers ages 3-5 build their own bug crafts while learning about actual insects at this Thursday morning program at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center. It's $4 cash per kid—bring exact change if you can. Short attention spans welcome; the format keeps little ones moving.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Nighttime Sensory Walk: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Connetquot after sunset hits different—this guided walk lets you experience the park's trails and river sounds once the day crowds clear out. Bring a flashlight and wear closed-toe shoes for the 7:45 PM start. Park entry is $4 per person at the gate on Sunrise Highway in Oakdale.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Paddle through the salt marsh at Heckscher's quieter eastern edge with a ranger who knows what's living in the Great South Bay's shallows. You'll need your own kayak and life jacket for this 10 AM launch from Field 5. Park entry is $4 per adult; the lot fills fast on August weekends so get there early.
- When
- Where
- Heckscher State Park Field 5, East Islip
200 Plant Challenge, Family Program, $4 pp cash upon arrival
Help plant 200 native wildflowers at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center—actual restoration work, not just a demo. Bring $4 cash per person when you arrive. Park in Lot 1 and look for the Nature Center building.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Beginning Birding: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Rangers will teach you how to actually identify the birds you see at Planting Fields instead of just guessing. They'll cover field marks, binocular basics, and which species hang out in the arboretum's mix of woodland and open lawn. Park entry is $4 per person at the Oyster Bay gates.
- When
- Where
- Planting Fields Arboretum, Oyster Bay
Bat Safari, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
NYS Parks rangers lead a bat-spotting walk through Wildwood after sunset. Officially free, but there's a $4-per-person program fee when you arrive. Bring a flashlight and bug spray—you'll be walking trails at dusk when the bats come out to feed.
- When
- Where
- Wildwood State Park, Calverton
Hike Through History: Caleb Smith, Family Program, $4 per person
This guided walk through Caleb Smith's woods and wetlands ties local history to the Revolutionary War era as the country marks 250 years since independence. The preserve sits right off Jericho Turnpike in Smithtown, and despite what the title says, it's free to join.
- When
- Where
- Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Smithtown
Bat Safari, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Search for bats at Caleb Smith after dark—you'll walk the trails with an educator who knows where they hunt. Bring $4 cash per person and a flashlight. The preserve is right on Jericho Turnpike in Smithtown, easy to find.
- When
- Where
- Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Smithtown
What's the Buzz? Tiny Tots Program (Ages 3-5). $4 per child upon arrival
This nature program for 3-5 year olds focuses on bees and pollinators at Connetquot River State Park Preserve. Kids learn through hands-on activities in the park's protected habitats. Listed as free but there's a $4 fee per child at arrival.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Fruits & Veggies-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Preschoolers learn about fruits and vegetables through hands-on activities at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center. The program runs about an hour and costs $4 cash per kid. Head to Lot 1—it's right by the Nature Center building off 25A in Kings Park.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Kayak Nature Tour: Nissequogue Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Paddle a quiet stretch of the Nissequogue River with a ranger who'll point out herons, osprey, and whatever else is out that afternoon. You'll need to bring your own kayak and gear. Park entrance is off Saint Johnland Road in Kings Park, and yes, it's free despite the $4 mention in the title.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Summer Wildlife Safari - Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
Walk Sunken Meadow with an educator to spot whatever wildlife's active in late August—birds, insects, maybe some mammals if you're lucky. Bring $4 cash per person and meet at Lot 3, which is closer to the trails than Lot 1.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3, Kings Park
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches you to arm-knit a chunky blanket in one evening session—no needles, no prior knitting experience needed. You'll finish and take home a full blanket by the end of class. This workshop repeats throughout the season if the first date doesn't work.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Women's Moon Circle
Revolution Yoga in Rockville Centre holds monthly moon circles—gatherings for women to mark the new or full moon. Free, starts at 6:30 PM on North Village Ave.
- When
- Where
- Revolution Yoga, Rockville Centre
Prime Exchange Getaways! | MarineMax Huntington & MarineMax Norwalk
Prime Exchange Getaways is MarineMax's boat swap program—try a different model for a weekend trip without committing to a purchase. The Huntington and Norwalk locations are coordinating these late-August getaways. Call ahead to see what boats are available and reserve your slot.
- When
- Where
- MarineMax Huntington, Huntington
Beach Scavenger Hunt - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This beach scavenger hunt at Sunken Meadow is built for families of all ability levels—no one gets left behind while searching for shells, driftwood, and shoreline finds. NYS Parks runs the session from the Nature Center at 10:30 AM, adapting the pace and tasks so everyone can participate. Park in Lot 1 and bring sunscreen.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Beach Scavenger Hunt - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This beach scavenger hunt at Sunken Meadow is built for families of all ability levels—no one gets left behind while searching for shells, driftwood, and shoreline finds. NYS Parks runs the session from the Nature Center at 10:30 AM, adapting the pace and tasks so everyone can participate. Park in Lot 1 and bring sunscreen.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Natural History Hike: Adult Program, $4 per person upon arrival
A guided walk through Nissequogue River State Park that connects the landscape you're seeing now to the geological forces and historical events that shaped it. Plan for about two hours of moderate terrain. $4 per person at the door.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Future Millionaires: Dinner with Entrepreneurs | Long Island
BarCada hosts a dinner in Bay Shore connecting entrepreneurs and founders over food at a rotating restaurant on Maple Avenue. The format is informal networking—no pitches or presentations, just talking shop with other people building businesses. The venue changes each month, so confirm the exact spot before heading over.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Bay Shore
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • The Experience LI • Hauppauge
Paint a campfire sunset scene at this midweek sip-and-paint session in Hauppauge. All brushes, canvases, and paints are provided, and you don't need any art background to follow along. 21+ only, so grab a drink and see what happens when you put a brush in your hand on a Wednesday night.
- When
- Where
- The Experience LI, Hauppauge
- Price
- See ticket page
Foodies + New Friends: Freeport | Small Business Owners Edition
BarCada organizes a rotating dinner series in Freeport connecting small business owners over a meal at a different local restaurant each time. It's structured networking without the conference room vibe—expect actual conversation about running a business on Long Island. The South Main Street location changes monthly, so check which spot is hosting before you go.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Freeport
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite Brand Creative Events
Paint Nite brings canvas-and-cocktails creativity to The Experience LI in Hauppauge. An instructor walks you through a painting step-by-step while you work at your own pace. It's at their Commerce Drive location, easy to find off the LIE near Blydenburgh Road.
- When
- Where
- The Experience LI, Hauppauge
- Price
- See ticket page
Infection Prevention by the Summer Sea: Charting a Course for Success
A continuing education session for infection prevention professionals, held at Captain Bills on the water in Bay Shore. The venue has its own lot, and you're right on Ocean Avenue if you want to walk the marina before or after.
- When
- Where
- Captain Bills Restaurant & Catering, Bay Shore
- Price
- See ticket page
Skys The Limit 2nd Annual Hair Show
Sky's The Limit Dry Bar hosts their second annual hair show at Southampton Arts Center, showcasing runway-level styling and color work. You'll see avant-garde looks and current trends from local stylists, plus vendor booths. Jobs Lane location puts you right in Southampton village for post-show wandering.
- When
- Where
- Southampton Arts Center, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Hamptons Sweat Fest, A Fitness & Wellness Fundraiser
This early-morning fundraiser sends you through multiple East Hampton fitness studios and wellness spots, then ends with a VIP cocktail event later. Proceeds benefit The Beljanski Foundation's cancer research. It kicks off at 7 AM from Rejuvenation Health on The Circle.
- When
- Where
- Rejuvenation Health- Event HQ, East Hampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Hamptons Sweat Fest, A Fitness & Wellness Fundraiser-Beljanski Foundation
A fitness fundraiser spanning multiple East Hampton studios, wrapping with a VIP cocktail hour at Rejuvenation Health on The Circle. Proceeds benefit the Beljanski Foundation's cancer research and natural health initiatives. Early morning start means you can still hit the beach after.
- When
- Where
- Rejuvenation Health- Event HQ, East Hampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Workshop Series Class 1
This evening workshop covers the building blocks—brush control, how much water to use, and mixing colors that actually work together. It's designed for beginners, so you won't be the only one figuring out why your paint keeps pooling. Studio Kash's second-floor space on Scudder has street parking nearby.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport) • Bayport
Paint a mason jar full of summer fireflies at Momo's while you sip whatever you're drinking. Supplies provided, instruction included, artistic talent optional.
- When
- Where
- Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport), Bayport
- Price
- See ticket page
Long Island Career Fair - August 13, 2026
Hiring managers from major Long Island employers will be conducting on-the-spot interviews at this Melville career fair. Come in business attire with multiple copies of your resume—many companies make same-day offers. The Marriott is right off the 110, with plenty of parking in the hotel lot.
- When
- Where
- Melville Marriott, Melville
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • Otto's Sea Grill • Freeport
Paint Nite • Otto's Sea Grill • Freeport at Otto's Sea Grill in Freeport, Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 PM. Presented by Paint Nite.
- When
- Where
- Otto's Sea Grill, Freeport
- Price
- See ticket page
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