LongIsland.com's 2016 May Family Fun Guide: Spring Celebrations, Fabulous 5ks, Warm Weather Fun & More!

Spring is finally hitting its stride here on Long Island as April’s Showers have lifted and revealed the bright blue skies of May!  Thanks to the traditionally warm temperatures and lush greenery that Long Island experiences during the spring months, Fairs and Festivals are perhaps the centerpiece of May's entertainment slate!

Whether you're shopping around for crafts or on the hunt for homemade treats that will make your mouth water, these events are perfect for the entire family to enjoy!

To check out the May 2016 Family Fun Guide on LongIsland.com, click here!

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Winter Break Staycation Fun: Make the Most Out of the Holiday Break This Year!

Winter break is almost here! Which means, very soon all of the kids will be out of school and back at home just in time to celebrate the holidays with their families. If you have a child who is eagerly counting down to Winter Break, make their Winter Break that much better by engaging in some Winter Break staycation fun! From strapping on some skates and going for a glide on the ice, to heading to the theaters to see this season’s big movie blockbusters, there’s always tons of great things to do here on Long Island - no matter the season!

For the scoop on the best Long Island Winter Break Staycation Fun, click here!

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Labor Day Weekend Fun: Enjoy the Holiday Weekend Rain or Shine!

Labor Day Weekend marks the end of the summer and the start of the new school year. This holiday weekend is your chance to say farewell to summer and end it with a bang! Unfortunately with rain and clouds foreseen coming in over the holiday weekend some party plans will have to be postponed or cancelled. Don't fret though! No matter the weather, there is always something to do on Long Island, rain or shine. Go to the theater and see this week's top blockbuster movie, go out to a new restaurant that you've been meaning to try, or move your outdoor affair inside!

For all the best Indoor Labor Day Weekend Fun, click here!

Santa Claus is Coming to Town - Where to Meet Santa This Year on LI!

You better not pout, you better not cry - Santa Claus is coming to town! This year, the man himself will be making appearances across Long Island so that all the good little girls & boys can tell him all about their Christmas wishes. Meeting Santa has been a holiday tradition for ages, and luckily for Long Island, there will be plenty of opportunities before Christmas to sit down with Santa, and even snap a photo - he's making appearances in both Nassau & Suffolk daily! Get your Christmas List ready, and put on your holiday best - it's time to meet Santa, and make sure he knows what you REALLY want this Christmas! 

To find out where to meet Santa this Season, click here!

Shiver Me Timbers - It's International Talk Like a Pirate Day!

If you love pirates and local pirate folklore, than yarrrrrrrrrr in for a real treat today! It's International Talk Like a Pirate Day - a day where folks around the globe speak only in pirate-lingo. 

Want to celebrate, but need to brush up on your pirate lingo? Then ye be in luck! We've got a great guide to learning to speak like a scurvy dog, as well as the scoop on deals at local establishments that are celebrating the holiday.

Long Island has a long history of pirate-lore - including the legend that Captain Kidd's treasure is buried somewhere right here on LI! Get this scoop on this local pirate tale, and find out how ye can become more pirate-y right here! 

You won't want to miss this one - click here!

Apple Picking Hot Spots Here on LI

 September is drawing to a close, but there's still plenty of time to head out to the orchard, and pick some apples! Apple picking has been a beloved family tradition for folks across Long Island, and thankfully, this year looks like it's a good one for apples. Whether you like granny smith, gala, golden delicious, or mackintosh, there are plenty of apples to be picked, and varieties to suit every palate. 

Grab a basket, and round up your friends and family - it's time to go get some apples, and get into the spirit of the fall season!

Be sure to check out this year's Guide to Great Orchards, and get ready for a day of family fun!

Fun the Whole Family Can Enjoy This September

Fall is finally here, and with it comes all sorts of new seasonal fun! As the weather begins to cool down, and a chill starts to set in the air, plenty of great opportunities for fun and entertainment arise. Whether you love Fall Festivals, are looking to plan a trip Out East go go Apple Picking, or you simply want to check out some of the beautiful Fall Foliage that will be heading our way - Long Island has it all when it comes to Fall Fun.

To get the scoop on all the hottest happenings here on Long Island this month, be sure to check out our September Guide - here you'll find a round up of the best entertainment, events, and things to do happening this month on Long Island, including all the can't-miss seasonal fun! 

Kayaking on Long Island: How to Get Started & Where to Gear Up!

 The calm waters of Long Island's rivers are an ideal location to enjoy easy paddling amidst beautiful scenery. Anyone can rent a kayak and begin to paddle, most people don't take a lesson to learn the essentials of kayaking - it's a fun way to enjoy the outdoors, and you don't need to be a pro to have a day of fun kayaking. To help you on your way, we've put together a guide to the beginning skills you'll need to understand before getting into and paddling a kayak, and where you can get everything you'll need to hit the water once you've learned!

To Check Out the Guide and Get Ready to Hit the Water, Click Here! 

Long Island's Ultimate Summer 2013 Guide: Free Family Fun, Things to Do, & More!

 No matter what your favorite summer past time is, we've got you covered - from great concerts, to festivals and fairs, and all sorts of FREE family fun, we've got just what you're looking for this summer, Long Island - all in our 2013 Ultimate Summer Guide, which features over 100 of the hottest happenings and things to do this summer.

Whether you've got the kids in tow who are looking to be entertained, or you're trying to find some fun things to do with your friends this summer - you won't want to miss this guide. We've got fun for all ages, and can help you get through the doldrums of summer, and get the most out of Long Island this season - check it out! 

To check out the full guide and make the most out of Summer 2013, click here!