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Herald the Holidays with Less Stress
With the holidays fast approaching, are you once again "down in the dumps," feeling stressed out from rushing to get everything done, from spending money you don't have, from trying to meet everyone else's expectations? Take time out to ask yourself, "What do I want from the holidays this year?" Most people respond with little thought: "To be happy." Being happy is a simple state that has nothing to do with what you give, what you get, where you’re going,…
Find out more »CSTL 2019 Spooky Fest
The 2019 Spooky Fest presented by The Center for Science Teaching and Learning (CSTL) at the Tanglewood Preserve in Rockville Centre returns to celebrate Halloween this season with scary and non-scary attractions which are great for all ages. Spooky Fest 2019 takes place at Nassau County’s Tanglewood Preserve at 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre, NY on Oct. 12, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 and Nov. 2. The event takes place from 6:30pm to 9:30pm each evening, rain or shine.…
Find out more »St. John’s Craft & Gift Fair
St. John's Lutheran Church will be holding a Craft and Gift Fair on Saturday, 10/19/19, from 10 am to 4 pm, at 36 E. John St. (Dover St. entrance), Lindenhurst. All handcrafted items, vendors, Holiday merchandise & gifts, quilted items, crocheted & knitted goods, home decor, doll clothing, greeting cards, baked goods, jewelry, raffle table and 50/50 raffle. Attic treasures, craft supplies & vintage records. Lunch available at our Cafe'. For more information, email st.johnscraftfair@gmail.com or call 631-226-1274.
Find out more »Discarding Masks: The Road to Authentic Living
Halloween can be a time for reflection on why so many people, ourselves included, cling to the practice of wearing masks long after Halloween has come and gone. Before the fun-filled and harmless practice of wearing Halloween masks became so popular, the mask was a symbol of deception, hypocrisy and lies. The purpose of the mask was to hide the identity of the wearer while displaying the image of another. It negated the need for accountability for one’s behavior. The…
Find out more »Brightwaters Farms Fall Harvest 2019
What would fall be without a trip to the farm to enjoy the fruits of the harvest? Come to Brightwaters Farms with family & friends and experience the warm, serene atmosphere of our 12 + acre countryside setting. ***Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through October 27
Find out more »Great Jack-o’-lantern Spectacular Sail
The seventh annual Great Jack-O’-Lantern Sail will take place at Belmont Lake State Park. The first 50 carved pumpkins received are placed on flotation devices with candles inserted inside and sailed around the lake behind kayaks. Children’s activities include crafts, games, inflatables, funny photos and trick-or-treat stations. They can also visit the not-so-scary ‘Spooky Den’.
Find out more »Christmas Fair
CHRISTMAS FAIR AT RESURRECTION-GARDEN CITY All invited for a day of fun and holiday shopping at Resurrection’s Christmas Fair, Saturday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Browse through beautiful handmade Christmas decorations and ornaments. Select unique gift items from an array of beautiful quilted table runners, crocheted and knitted items, handmade scarves, handbags, baby quilts and hand-painted wooden items. Take home a container of your favorite cookies from our Homemade Cookie Shoppe. Find special gifts for special people—jewelry, toys,…
Find out more »_ More Than a Day in November
When we remember to be thankful for each of the many little miracles we experience every day, happiness becomes a natural state of being. But first we must stop looking and waiting for the "big" things. Motivational speaker Constance Hallinan Lagan teaches you how to become aware of little miracles and how to acknowledge and appreciate the precious gifts which life bestows upon you — and then to “re-cycle” those miracles and gifts to others. Topics include expressing gratitude, fostering…
Find out more »Miracle on Main Street
Enjoy a Winter Wonderland provided by The Greater Sayville Chamber of Commerce. There's something for the entire family to enjoy this holiday season. Rain date: 12/1
Find out more »Holiday Market
Our holiday market, located at The Barn at Orchard Hill and Orchard Hill House, features artisanal boutiques offering exquisite gifts. Before or after visit decorated Westbury House. Upcoming dates: Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 7, Dec 8 Included with admission. General admission is $12; senior admission is $10; children’s admission for ages 7-17 is $7; and children six and under, and Old Westbury Gardens members, are free.
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