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10 Ways to Make the Most of Daylight Savings

By Justin on March 10, 2023 Holiday, Seasonal

Daylight Savings Time steals an hour of your day, yet gives you more daylight in just a few weeks. It’s important you make the most of this time. We have some of the best ways to get ready to Spring Forward. 1. Change Smoke Detector Batteries Most people don’t think about their smoke detectors until they start that annoying chirping sound in the middle of the night. Instead of waiting for them all to go out at once to interrupt your sleep, take this time to swap out the batteries. Most detectors take a simple 9-volt battery. Take this time…

Grill Station Ideas for Summer Entertaining

By Carlos on June 22, 2022 Family, Food & Drink, Outdoor

Grilling is central to the full experience and enjoyment of summer. Cookout sessions and backyard get-togethers provide opportunities to connect with friends and family. Check out these ten great grill station ideas for your summer entertaining ventures. Light Up Your Grill Station Lighting is a key factor in setting the mood for any situation, and backyard cookouts are no exception. Not only do you need to have a crystal-clear view of those wonderful foods that you’re grilling, but you’ll want to create a festive atmosphere for your guests as well. Put colored LED bulbs into your porch light fixtures before…

Budget-Friendly Winter Activities

By Carlos on January 3, 2020 Seasonal

You and your family will want to remain active during the winter, but if you are on a budget, then it can seem difficult to find affordable activities. The good news is that with some research and planning, you can find free or low-cost wintertime activities. Here is a list of ways to have fun with your family this winter. Go Sledding You can buy or borrow sleds to use in a safe location in your neighborhood. Some parks also have sledding programs with free sleds or sleds that you can rent for a few hours. Make sure to bundle…

Long Island Apple Festival

By Carlos on September 29, 2019

Long Island Apple Festival includes live music, open-hearth colonial cooking demonstrations, an apple pie baking contest and pie auction, apple relay races, tug-o-war, and apple-head doll making. Admission: $5 Children, Seniors, & Members $7 Adults Tickets can be purchased HERE in advance or at the gate on the day of the festival (both cash and credit cards accepted).

Guide to Fall Fitness and Health

By Carlos on September 11, 2019 Health & Wellness

With summer slowly coming to a close, nature begins to prepare itself for slumber and the pace of things seem to slow down. People, however, can take these cooler days and crisper air and turn them into the perfect time for reinvigorating active and healthy lifestyles. New school years and changing seasons are great times to get into learning new habits.. Follow this simple guide and get into some of these fall health and fitness activities. Get Outside Fall is a delight for the senses: the sight of blazing fall foliage, the smells of apples, the crunch of leaves, and…

Activities to Switch up Your Summer Workouts

By Carlos on July 18, 2019 Health & Wellness

One of the best ways to make the most of your life and your summer is by getting and remaining healthy. By focusing on health, you can optimize your physical appearance, enhance your mental clarity and focus, and maintain high levels of energy throughout the day. Luckily, there are a wide range of workouts during the hot season to ensure that you attain all of these life-boosting effects. Hiking. One of the best ways to stay fit and healthy during the hot season is by hiking. You can call your buddies and organize a monthly or weekly time to meet…

A Frog’s Life History

By Carlos on April 7, 2019

Meet frogs and toads and learn how they move catch food, and survive cold winters. Kids can make their own frog with light-up eyes using a mix of origami and electronics. (Targeted for ages 8 and up)

I Fish NY Program

By Carlos on April 6, 2019

Learn how to cast and fish. The lake will be stocked with brown, brook and rainbow trout. Join the experts from the state Department of Environmental Conservation for a family fishing festival as part of the I Fish NY Program. (All equipment will be provided) Cost: Free/ $8 parking fee

Seal Walks at Montauk Point State Park

By Carlos on March 23, 2019

Observe the wintering seals at Montauk Point State Park throughout the rest of March. Take a leisurely beach walk led by a professional naturist to an area where up to 4 different species of seal can be observed. To make reservations and/or for more information, please call (631) 668-5000

Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Parade

By Carlos on March 23, 2019

Head to Rockville Centre for their annual St. Patrick’s Parade, expected to draw quite the crowd. The Grand Marshall will be Dr. Drew Bogner.

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