Arts
Theater, gallery openings, museum events, and cultural happenings across Long Island. From the Heckscher to Bay Street to Argyle Theater.
Editor's Pick Marine Bioblitz: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free Event!
See how many marine species you can spot and ID at Robert Moses Field 2 in a morning bioblitz. You're basically doing real science while combing the beach—data gets logged and shared with researchers. Free, adults only, starts at 10 AM.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Editor's Pick Frogs and Friends: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
A 45-minute outdoor program for preschoolers focused on frogs, turtles, and other pond creatures at Nissequogue River State Park. $4 per kid, cash only. Parents stick around—it's designed to be interactive for little ones who can't sit still.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Argyle Theater Cabaret — Summer Sunday Series
Six Broadway + Off-Broadway performers in the Argyle's intimate cabaret format. 90 minutes, no intermission, table seating, two-drink minimum. The summer series brings the bigger touring names — book the front balcony two-tops 3+ months ahead.
- When
- Where
- Argyle Theater, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Jim Norton Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Jim Norton brings his stand-up to Borrelli's Taproom in Long Beach, where you can catch the SiriusXM regular and HBO veteran in a room that seats way fewer people than his usual gigs. You'll need to order two items from their dinner and cocktail menu—this is a restaurant first, comedy venue second. West Beech Street has metered parking, but the lot behind CVS usually has spots.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Workshop Series Bundle
Artist and educator Kelly Clancy-Nill leads this five-week series at Studio Kash in Northport, combining mindfulness practices with hands-on art making. Classes run Monday evenings starting July 6. The studio is on Scudder Avenue, walkable from Northport village.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Postcards from the Future: A Creative Collage Night
Make a mixed-media postcard addressed to your future self using vintage papers, digital prints, and collage materials at this Studio Kash session. You'll write it, seal it, and decide when you want it sent back to you. Studio's upstairs at 19 Scudder Ave—walkable from anywhere in Northport village.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Des Bishop Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Irish-American comic Des Bishop performs at Borrelli's, the Long Beach taproom that's been quietly hosting solid stand-up lineups. Two-item minimum means you're ordering dinner or drinks—their pizza menu is the move if you're not going full entree. This is the 7pm slot, which wraps earlier than the late show.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 4: Draw in Zen
This class starts with a mindful walk along Northport Harbor, then shifts into meditative drawing techniques like neurographic art and Zentangle back at the studio. Tea and chocolate included while you work. It's less about producing perfect art and more about the creative process itself.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Des Bishop Comedy Show @Borrelli's Taproom 9pm Show
Des Bishop's second set of the night at Borrelli's starts at 9pm for anyone who wants a later show or couldn't grab tickets to the earlier one. Same two-item minimum applies—grab pizza and a cocktail and you're set. Long Beach boardwalk is two blocks south if you want to walk off your drinks after.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson: Author Talk, Q&A, & Book Signing
Bestselling author and psychic medium Laura Lynne Jackson sits down for an evening talk and Q&A at Nest on Main in Northport, with book signing after. Jackson's written extensively about mediumship and connecting with loved ones who've passed. The space holds maybe 40 people comfortably, so this'll be an intimate setting.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Build-a-Bug: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Preschoolers build their own bugs using craft materials while learning what makes insects tick—six legs, three body parts, antennae. The hands-on session runs about 45 minutes at Nissequogue River State Park, with a $4 materials fee collected at the door. Park in the main lot off Saint Johnland Road.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Artist Spotlight: Pablo Picasso Workshop -Family Program 13+, $4 per person
This hands-on workshop dives into Picasso's cubist work and distinctive style, with activities designed for teens and adults. It's $4 per person at Nissequogue River State Park's main office in Kings Park. The program runs about 90 minutes and materials are provided.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Bat Map Walk: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help track local bat populations on an evening walk through Connetquot River Preserve in Oakdale. You'll use detection equipment to log real species data that goes to actual researchers. Starts at 7:30 PM, totally free, adults only.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Fruits & Veggies: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Little kids learn where their snacks actually come from through tastings, simple gardening demos, and sorting games that teach the difference between fruits and vegetables. The 45-minute program costs $4 per child at the door. Head to the Reichert Administration Building at the park's main entrance.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Charm Bar at Studio Kash
Build a custom charm bracelet or necklace at Studio Kash, where they'll set you up with a base, a selection of charms, and the tools to assemble it yourself. It's guided but not rigid—you pick what works. Head to Northport village afterward; parking's easy on side streets near Scudder Ave.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Salon in the Garden Series: Anne Spencer
Poets Kimiko Hahn and Chip Williford read the work of Harlem Renaissance poet Anne Spencer in Landcraft's gardens, followed by a screening of the documentary Earth I Thank You. Bring a blanket or low chair for the lawn.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 5: Reduce.Reuse. Create.
Start with a reflective walk by Northport Harbor, then head to the studio to create collage art from recycled materials you bring or find there. Studio Kash provides tea and chocolate while you work. The focus is on making something personal rather than Instagram-ready.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chris Distefano Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Chris Distefano headlines at Borrelli's Taproom, bringing his 'Chrissy Chaos' energy to a venue where you're close enough to actually see his face. The two-item food and drink minimum is non-negotiable, but their pizza holds up and the cocktails aren't watered down. Early show at 7pm.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Chris Distefano Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Distefano's late show at Borrelli's gives you a 9pm start time if the early set doesn't work. Same setup as the first show—two-item minimum from the full menu, intimate room, comedian who's done MSG but is performing in a space that fits maybe 100 people. West Beech Street parking fills up fast on weeknights.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Comedy Show
Comedian Chris Plumer headlines this stand-up night at SquareHead Brewery in Holbrook. The brewery's got food and their rotating taps if you want to make it dinner. Doors at 7:30pm on a Friday.
- When
- Where
- SquareHead Brewing Company, Holbrook
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Foundations: 3-Week Workshop Bundle
This three-Monday series takes you from brush control and color mixing through still life and landscape painting. Studio Kash designed it for beginners, so you can start without prior watercolor experience and leave with actual technique under your belt.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Peter Correale Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Peter Correale brings his stand-up to Borrelli's West Beech Street taproom on a Monday night. You'll need to order at least two items from their dinner, pizza, or cocktail menu. Showtime is 7pm.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Saturday DNA! Petri Picasso: Living Art in the Lab
You'll paint with actual glowing bacteria in this hands-on biotech workshop at the DNA Learning Center. Participants create fluorescent agar art using living organisms—think petri dishes meet canvas. The lab is right on 25A in Cold Spring Harbor with parking on-site.
- When
- Where
- Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor
- Price
- See ticket page
2nd Annual East Hampton Art Affair at Herrick Park
Herrick Park turns into an outdoor gallery with artists showing work across painting, sculpture, photography, and more. Newtown Lane means you can walk to shops and cafes before or after browsing. Free admission, and the park setting beats a typical gallery any day.
- When
- Where
- Herrick Park, East Hampton
Monarch Tagging: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help scientists track monarch migration patterns by tagging butterflies at Connetquot before they head south for winter. You'll learn proper handling techniques and record data that contributes to national research. Bring water and wear closed-toe shoes for walking through meadow areas.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
2nd Annual East Hampton Art Affair at Herrick Park
Day two of this outdoor art festival brings more artists to Herrick Park, showing everything from paintings to photography. Right on Newtown Lane, so you can easily grab lunch or coffee in the village before or after. Free to walk around and talk to the artists directly.
- When
- Where
- Herrick Park, East Hampton
Monarch Tagging: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help track monarch migration patterns by tagging butterflies before they head south to Mexico. You'll learn to safely handle and tag monarchs at Field 5, which has tall grasses where they stop to refuel. Park entrance is $10 per car in season.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 5, Bay Shore
Monarch Tagging: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help track monarch migration patterns by tagging butterflies before they head south to Mexico. You'll learn to safely handle and tag monarchs at Field 5, which has tall grasses where they stop to refuel. Park entrance is $10 per car in season.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 5, Bay Shore
Trees for You and Me!: Tiny Tots(Ages 3-5), $4 per child
Preschoolers learn to identify common Long Island trees by their leaves, bark, and seeds through a short nature walk and simple craft project. The program runs about 45 minutes with a $4 per child fee at the door. Meet at the main office near the park entrance off Saint Johnland Road.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Late Summer Birding: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Catch the last waves of migrating warblers, shorebirds, and other species heading south for winter during this guided walk through Nissequogue River State Park. Bring binoculars if you have them, though some are available to borrow. The $4 fee is collected when you arrive at the park office in Kings Park.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Artist Spotlight: Frida Kahlo Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
This workshop explores Frida Kahlo's bold self-portraits and surrealist influences through discussion and art-making activities for ages 12 and up. It's $4 per person at the park office in Kings Park. Expect to spend about 90 minutes learning her techniques and creating your own piece.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Geology Rocks!: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Young kids examine local rocks and minerals, learning the difference between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic through hands-on exploration and a take-home rock sample. The session costs $4 per child, payable when you arrive at the Reichert Administration Building. Runs about 45 minutes.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Shakespeare in the park
Studio Theatre of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe brings a fully costumed production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" outdoors. The show starts at 6 PM at the Islip Arts Council Gallery on Sunrise Highway in Bay Shore. Bring a blanket or chair—admission is free.
- When
- Where
- Islip Arts Council Gallery, Bay Shore
Summer Creative Lab: A 3-Week Creative Media Program
Teens can dive into three weeks of hands-on creative media work at this Northport gallery space. Studio Kash runs the program at 19 Scudder Avenue—street parking can be tight in summer, so plan accordingly.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson Meet & Greet • Book Signing • Q&A
Laura Lynne Jackson—the bestselling author and psychic medium who's been on basically every major talk show—comes to Nest on Main for a book signing, Q&A, and meet-and-greet. She's based on the Island, so this is a rare chance to see her in a small venue instead of a packed auditorium. Northport's Main Street has metered parking and a few pay lots within two blocks.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Anthony Rodia Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Anthony Rodia headlines at Borrelli's on a Monday evening—same deal as their other comedy nights, with a two-item minimum from the full menu. Doors at 7pm on West Beech in Long Beach.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
iPhone Photography, Part Two: Making The Image Your Own
Photographer Tony covers the editing tools that actually matter on your iPhone—adjustments, touch-ups, and the tweaks that separate a decent shot from one worth printing. This is part two of a series, so you'll want some baseline comfort with your phone's camera before signing up.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Author Event: Meet and Greet with Francesca Cocchi & Kyleigh Leddy
Authors Francesca Cocchi and Kyleigh Leddy are at Nest on Main for an evening meet-and-greet. Expect book signings, conversation, and a chance to chat directly with both writers. Northport's walkable downtown means you can grab dinner at one of the Main Street spots right after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 3: Make Your Mark
Studio Kash starts you with a walk along Northport Harbor, then brings you back to play with ink, marbles, and yarn to create abstract art. You'll sit with tea and chocolate between making and reflecting—it's part art class, part reset. The studio's on Scudder Ave, walkable from Main Street parking.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Tote Bar: Paint & Patch
Customize a tote bag with fabric paint and iron-on patches at Studio Kash's second-floor space. You pick the patches, they supply the rest, and you leave with a bag that actually looks like you. Bring friends—it's more fun with company.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
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