Awesome Family Events This Weekend on Long Island
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Cinderella
WHEN: Jan. 11-Feb. 15, Saturdays, 2pm
WHERE: THE MERRICK THEATRE AND CENTER FOR THE ARTS, 2222 HEWLETT AVE., MERRICK
AGES: All
WHAT: See this classic fairy tale come to life on stage.
WANT TO GO? $15. 516-868-6400. http://merrick-theatre.com/cinderella.
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
WHEN: Jan. 25-Feb. 23, Saturdays, Sunday, at 2/21 at 10:30am
WHERE: The Argyle Theatre, 34 W. Main St., Babylon Village
AGES: All
WHAT: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley is filled with infectious songs and non-stop adventure, making this a perfect show to introduce young audiences to the magic of theatre. Sponsored by Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Based on the best-selling book series, Stanley folds his way around the world with his flat-tastic hijinks!
Seal Watching Cruise Long Island
WHEN: Through April 26: Saturdays and Sundays, 12-2pm
WHERE: Freeport Water Taxi & Tours, 211 Woodcleft Ave., Freeport
AGES: All
WHAT: Enjoy a leisurely tour of the local bays in the the comfort of a 44-foot enclosed boat and encounter seals and other wildlife.
WANT TO GO? $25; $15 children 5-10; free for children 4 and younger. 516-521-7744. https://freeportwatertaxi.com/cruises/seal-watching/.
Thomas and Friends™: Explore the Rails
WHEN: Jan. 18-May 10, 10am-5pm on operating days
WHERE: Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
AGES: Newborn-5
WHAT: Climb aboard a large model of Thomas the tank engine, race trains along a giant track, work together to sort and load cargo, and maintain engines.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Kids engage in a variety of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) challenges in this exhibit, from a simple sorting and shape identification to more complex engineering obstacles.
WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors 65 and older; free for members. 516-224-5800. licm.org.
Sunday Science - Lithographic Printing!
WHEN: Jan. 19-19, 2021, 2:30pm
WHERE: Center for Science Teaching and Learning-Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Center
AGES: 5-12
WHAT: Learn all about Lithographic Printing, which uses more science than you would think.
WANT TO GO? $14. 516-764-0045. https://cstl.org/event/sunday-science-lithographic-printing/.
Weekend Activities in Suffolk
Healthy Kids in the Kitchen
WHEN: Jan. 3-31, Fridays, 11:30am-12pm
WHERE: Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
AGES: 3-8
WHAT: Little chefs use real cooking tools as they make healthy and yummy, kid-friendly snacks from start to finish.
WANT TO GO? $5 plus admission: $14; $13 seniors 65 and older; free for members. 516-224-5800. licm.org.
FREE Teen Writers Workshop
WHEN: Friday, Jan. 31, 7:30-8:45pm
WHERE: Northport-East Northport Public Library, 185 Larkfield Road, East Northport
AGES: 13-17
WHAT: Join fellow writers to discuss your ideas and get feedback on your work. Registration required.
WANT TO GO? 631-261-2313. nenpl.org.
Under The Big Top Extravaganza
WHEN: Jan. 25-Feb. 1, Saturdays, 11am
WHERE: CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale
AGES: All
WHAT: Bring the family to "The Greatest Show on Earth!"
WHY WE LOVE IT: Admission includes facepainting, popcorn, water, and games.
WANT TO GO? $15. 631-218-2810. cmpac.com.
Monster Jam
WHEN: Jan. 31-Feb. 2, Friday, 7pm; Saturday, 1pm and 7pm; Sunday, 1pm
WHERE: NYCB LIVE, Home of The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale
AGES: All
WHAT: See skilled athletes compete head-to-head in Monster Jam trucks, speedsters and ATVs, tearing up the dirt in Freestyle, 2 Wheel Skills Challenge™, and several Racing competitions.
WANT TO GO? $20-$95. 516-231-4848. nycblive.com.
Little Red Riding Hood
WHEN: Jan. 18-Feb. 22, See website for schedule
WHERE: Theatre Three, 412 Main Street, Port Jefferson
AGES: 3-8
WHAT: Little Red Riding Hood learns a big lesson about safety in this modern musical telling.
WHY WE LOVE IT: It's a great intro to theatre for littlest ones!
WANT TO GO? $10. 631-928-9100. theatrethree.com.
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
WHEN: Jan. 25-Feb. 23, Saturdays, Sunday, at 2/21 at 10:30am
WHERE: The Argyle Theatre, 34 W. Main Street , Babylon Village
AGES: All
WHAT: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley is filled with infectious songs and non-stop adventure, making this a perfect show to introduce young audiences to the magic of theatre. Sponsored by Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Based on the best-selling book series, Stanley folds his way around the world with his flat-tastic hijinks!
WANT TO GO? $15. 631-230-3500. argyletheatre.com.
Thomas and Friends™: Explore the Rails
WHEN: Jan. 18- May 10, 10am-5pm on operating days
WHERE: Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City
AGES: Newborn-5
WHAT: Climb aboard a large model of Thomas the tank engine, race trains along a giant track, work together to sort and load cargo, and maintain engines.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Kids engage in a variety of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) challenges in this exhibit, from a simple sorting and shape identification to more complex engineering obstacles.
WANT TO GO? $14; $13 seniors 65 and older; free for members. 516-224-5800. licm.org.
