Berries Galore: Where To Pick Long Island's Juiciest Fruits

Spring has arrived on Long Island, and that means berry-picking season won't be far behind. While it is certainly convenient to stop by the grocery store for a package of fruit, there's nothing quite like plucking your own fresh berries straight off the vine. 

You don't even need to grow the berries yourself, as LI is full of farms where you can go to pick as many strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and other fruit as you like. 

Of course, you'll want to check that each respective fruit is in season before you head out to the farm.

For the scoop on Long Island Berry Picking, click here!

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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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New York City Visitors Guide: Plan Your NYC Day Trip!

One of the best parts of living on Long Island is being able to enjoy all the benefits of suburban life while being just a short trip away from the biggest city in the country. From Times Square to Broadway, and the Statue of Liberty to the Bronx Zoo, there are countless ways to enjoy a day in New York City, but you'll want to plan ahead of time if you're visiting some of the major attractions.

Many shows both on and off Broadway tend to sell out quickly, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets in advance. Take a look at the city's most popular attractions and plan your next trip to NYC!

To check out LongIsland.com's NYC Day Trip Guide, click here!

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LongIsland.com's 2016 April Family Fun Guide: Spring Into Fun with Festivals, Fairs, & Outdoor Adventures!

April is already revving up to be a ton of fun with a variety of Car and Motorcycle Shows, tons Family Festivals & Fairs to choose from, amazing concerts, exhilarating 5k runs, outdoor excitement and so much more - there's something fun for everyone this April!  

But the fun doesn’t stop there, because despite Earth Day being a holiday dedicated to a single day, the celebrations are spread across the entire month! 

For all the best April Fun Here on Long Island, click here!

Family Fun Fishing Tournament, courtesy of Friends of Caleb Smith Preserve.

LongIsland.com's 2016 March Family Fun Guide: Celebrating St. Pat's Across the Island, Welcoming Spring with Tons of Fun & Exciting Entertainment

 We’ve made it most of the way through Winter, but as the saying goes, March comes in like a lion, and out like a lamb, which means there’s plenty of Winter and Spring Fun happening all throughout the month of March here on Long Island. 

From the highly-anticipated Saint Patrick's Day Parades which will be making their way down Main Streets across Long Island, to the Spring Festivals & Fairs that will be welcoming the season, and egg-citing Easter Egg Hunts and other holiday celebrations, Long Island has really struck gold with the month's upcoming events and things to do!

Click Here to Check Out LongIsland.com's March 2016 Monthly Fun Guide!

Photo of the 2015 Farmingdale St. Pat's Parade by LongIsland.com Reader Kevin Porzelt.

2016 Saint Patrick’s Day Entertainment Guide: Parades, Fun Events & Things to Do to Celebrate on LI!

Get out there this March, dressed from head to toe in your best green garb and celebrate St. Patrick's Day at one of the many upcoming holiday events happening on Long Island throughout the month! From Saint Patty's Day Parades marching down Main Streets across the Island, to festive concerts where you can enjoy traditional & modern Irish music, to celebrations and fun happening at pubs, community centers, and parks across LI, there's tons of fun happening all month long across LI in honor of Saint Pat. 

Whether you're Irish, or Irish at Heart, you won't want to miss out on this year's festivities.  

To check out LongIsland.com's 2016 St. Patrick's Day Fun Guide, click here!

Pictured: The 25th Annual Bayport-Blue Point St. Patrick's Day Parade, photo courtesy of the Bayport-Bluepoint Chamber.

Celebrate Saint Pat's in Style at a St. Patrick's Day Parade This March!

It just wouldn't be Saint Patrick's Day without a parade, now would it? Across Long Island, Main Streets are making way for Saint Paddy's Day Parades that are sure to be a ton of fun for the local Irish Community, and those of us who are "Irish at Heart". These community events are always a blast, and they'll be taking place on weekends all throughout the month of March this year, kicking off the first weekend of the month in Kings Park, and wrapping up Saint Patrick's Day Weekend with tons of parades the weekend after the holiday. So grab your best green garb, and get out there - it's time to celebrate the Emerald Isle - with a Long Island twist of course!

Click Here for LongIsland.com's Guide to LI's 2016 Saint Patrick's Day Parades!
Photo by LongIsland.com Reader Tim Butler.

LongIsland.com’s 2016 February Family Fun Guide: Super Bowl Parties, Romantic Valentine’s Dinners, Black History Month, and More!

January went by in a flash, and with February well under way, it's clear that 2016 is going to be a year filled with fun! This month's highlights include Festivals, Fairs, romantic Valentine's Day Events, exhilarating outdoor fun, Super Bowl Celebrations for the record books, thrill-filled Mardi Gras Festivities, and so much more! 

Long Island's own resident groundhog meteorologists Holtsville Hal & Malverne Mel have predicted that Spring will come early this year, so why not get out and make the most out of the month this year!

To check out LongIsland.com's February Fun Guide, click here!

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Shadow Sightings: Groundhog Day Events Taking Place on Long Island

It's that much anticipated time of the year, when Long Island’s favorite groundhogs Malverne Mel and Holtsville Hal predict what the rest of Winter 2016 will have in store for us, is almost upon us, and after last weekend's snow storm, it looks Like LI has had enough! Hopefully, with the help of a few sleepy groundhogs, on Tuesday, February 2nd the Island will have the official word on whether we get six more weeks of winter, or an early spring!

Be sure to head to one of these Groundhog Day events and find out for yourself if the rest of this winter will be a short bright one, or, a prolonged white one - or simply learn something new about Groundhog Day!

Click Here for The Scoop on LI's Groundhog Day Events!

Photo of Malverne Mel courtesy of Malverne Village.

Seal Walks, Hikes and Cruises Happening Winter 2016 On Long Island

Experience Long Island wildlife like never before by participating in a seal hike, walk, or cruise, on the Island!  

These programs are not only educational and informative, but they allow you to enjoy some quality time outdoors too. So go get bundle up nice and warm, and go see some of Long Island's very own "seadogs" up close & personal this Winter!

For the Scoop on this Winter's Local Seal Hikes, Walks, & Cruises, click here!

Photo by LongIsland.com Reader Bridgette Kistinger.

Say Yes to the Dress, the Venue, and More at LI's 2016 Winter Wedding Expos

Wedding Season is here, Long Island - with countless local couples getting engaged during the holiday season, it's no surprise that LI's hottest wedding venues host Bridal Showcases & Wedding Expos each Winter! If you're recently engaged and planning your wedding, then you won't want to miss out on all of this season's upcoming expos and shows, which feature vendor meet & greets, tastings, bridal fashion shows, giveaways, contests, and so much more! 

Start 2016 off on the right foot, and dive right into planning your big day!

For the scoop on LI's Best Winter 2016 Bridal Shows, click here!

Picture courtesy of East Wind Long Island.

LongIsland.com’s 2016 January Family Fun Guide: Kick-Start Your Year with Wonderful Winter Fairs, Concerts, and Wedding Expos!

Hello 2016! It looks like Long Island will be ringing in the New Year with all sorts of great fun throughout the month of January - just because the NYE Celebrations are over, doesn't mean the fun has to stop! 

January is packed with all sorts of exciting things to do, from Enjoying the Great Outdoors, to Amazing Concerts that will help you start the month off right, to Festivals & Fairs for the Whole Family, and Wedding Expos for excited Brides to Be, one thing's for certain this January, and that is that you're sure to have a ton of fun!

For LongIsland.com's January 2016 Fun Guide, click here!

Christmas Weather Outlook: Unseasonably High Temperatures and Lots of Rain in the Forecast for Christmas 2015

The East Coast will most certainly not be seeing a White Christmas this year, but it will be seeing a wet one! With near record-breaking, high temperatures being experienced by the region this season, it’s no surprise that this Christmas may not feel a lot like the Christmases of years passed. 

Be sure to trade in those heavy winter coats, mittens and hats for light layers and don’t forget an umbrella!

For LongIsland.com's Holiday Weekend Weather Update, click here!

Photo by AccuWeather.com.

Get Creative This Holiday Season With Your Elf on the Shelf - Some Fun Last Minute Ideas for Hiding Your Elf!

Having trouble coming up with new places to hide your Elf on the Shelf? As we inch closer to Christmas Day, it can be harder to come up with more unique places to stash your Elf, or fun scenarios to place him in - especially if this isn't your first year engaging in this festive family tradition. If you're running low on ideas, you're in luck! LongIsland.com has rounded up some of our favorite creative, fun, and of course festive ideas for hiding that mischievous little Elf that so many have come to know and love. 

 

With Christmas almost here, hopefully it won't take too much persuasion from your Elf to keep the little ones in line...but just in case, why not indulge in a little holiday mischief and keep the tradition going until Christmas Day.

 

For our favorite Elf on a Shelf Ideas for 2015, click here! 

Photo by Instagram User User @christenasprimarypassion.

LongIsland.com’s 2016 New Year’s Entertainment Guide: Fun Events & Things to Do to Celebrate on LI!

2015 is rapidly drawing to a close, and do you know what that means, Long Island? It means it's time to get ready to celebrate the New Year! Right here on Long Island, there are countless great ways to welcome 2016 - from festive firework displays, to luxe galas, high-energy parties, evenings filled with family fun, and more - no matter how you want to ring in the New Year, there's something fun for you to do this New Year's Eve right here on Long Island!

Start 2016 off on the right foot - celebrate in style with friends & family as you say goodbye to the old, and welcome in a New Year filled with fun! 

For LongIsland.com's 2016 New Year's Fun Guide, click here!

LongIsland.com’s 2015 December Family Fun Guide: Winter Festivals, Lightings and Light Shows, and More Merry Amusements for the Holidays

December is officially here and with that comes plenty of holiday celebrations, like Christmas Tree and Menorah Lightings, seasonal theater performances, wonderful concerts and other indoor and outdoor winter fun! No matter how frightful the weather outside may be, there's tons going on to keep you entertained during the month of December on Long Island. Get out there and enjoy this magical time of year! Between now and the New Year, there's more excitement than you'll know what to do with - so why not take advantage, and end 2015 on a high note filled with fun!

For LongIsland.com's 2015 December Fun Guide, click here!
Pictured: The GSSC's Annual Holiday Light Show.

Winter Bucket List 2015-16: Long Island's Can’t-Miss Festive Seasonal Fun!

 As November is drawing to an end, Long Islanders are gearing up for Winter - even if we're just a little early! This Winter, there's tons of great fun happening across Long Island - from Holiday Light Shows, to Craft Fairs, Outdoor Entertainment, and tons of great indoor and outdoor things to do for the whole family! To ensure that you make the most out this Winter, we've put together our own Bucket List packed with all of this year's best local Winter Fun, so you enjoy the colder months whether you're a snow enthusiast, or you're more apt to enjoy the great indoors when things get chilly.

Check Out LongIsland.com's Winter 2015-16 Bucket List Here!

Photo by LongIsland.com Reader James Murray. 

Top Turkey Trots for 2015 Right Here on Long Island

Planning on wolfing down lots of turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pies, and other holiday delights? If you're going all in for Thanksgiving Dinner, then you won't want to miss out on one of this year's Annual Turkey Trots, happening at parks across Long Island this Thanksgiving! Each year, locals participate in 1k, 5k, and 10k Runs on Thanksgiving Morning, getting their exercise on before feasting in the evening on all of the savory holiday delights that you've been looking forward to all year. If you've vowed to beat packing on the pounds this holiday season, then get ahead of the game, and register for a Turkey Trot!

For the Scoop on LI's 2015 Turkey Trots, click here!

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LongIsland.com’s 2015 November Family Fun Guide: Festivals, Turkey Trots, Veterans Day Celebrations, and So Much More to be Thankful For!

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For all of November's Best Festive Fun, click here! 

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Safety Tips to Ensure a Hair-Raising and Happy Halloween Night!

Many children count down the days until Halloween and can’t wait to dress up as their favorite character, but though the night is full of frights and fun, parents must teach their children to be cautious and make sure that they learn safe trick-or-treating habits. For young children, safe trick-or-treat events are a blast for Halloween night, but many other kids live for the thrill of ringing doorbells and shouting “Trick or Treat.” Though most people mean well on Halloween, it is always important to err on the side of caution. 

Whether they are five years old or 15 years old, get your children ready for Halloween this year by preparing them with these tips, as well as some reminders for yourself.  

For This Year's Halloween Safety Tips, Click Here!

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