Classes
Workshops, classes, and learning experiences for kids and adults across Long Island libraries, museums, and community spaces.
Editor's Pick Davis Park Storytime! w/Patchogue-Medford Library
The Patchogue-Medford Library runs a Tuesday morning storytime on the Fire Island boardwalk at Davis Park, right on Trustees Walk. It's geared toward families with little ones who need a break from sand and waves. Starts at 11 AM and repeats weekly through summer.
- When
- Where
- Trustees Walk, Fire Island
Editor's Pick Marvelous Monarchs: Children's Program, $4 per child upon arrival
Kids learn about monarch butterfly migration, life cycles, and conservation at this morning program at Connetquot River State Park Preserve. The $4 fee applies per child when you arrive. Oakdale's big state park has plenty of parking off Sunrise Highway.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Editor's Pick Beginner Kawaii Class for Kids
The Islip Arts Council is running a free four-week kawaii drawing class for kids starting mid-July. Tuesdays at noon at their Sunrise Highway gallery in Bay Shore.
- When
- Where
- Islip Arts Council Gallery, Bay Shore
Editor's Pick Gardens Galore! : Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child
Preschoolers (ages 3-5) get a gentle introduction to plants, insects, and seasonal changes during this mid-morning program at Connetquot River. It's $4 per child at the door. Short attention spans and muddy shoes expected.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Editor's Pick Summer Reads Book Discussion
This month's book is *The Wedding People* by Alison Espach—a novel about a woman who checks into a Rhode Island resort to end her life, then gets roped into a stranger's wedding weekend. Meets at 6:30 PM at the Patchogue-Medford Library on East Main Street.
- When
- Where
- Patchogue-Medford Library, Patchogue
Editor's Pick Flower Power - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
Sunken Meadow's nature center is hosting a flower-focused program designed for all physical and developmental abilities. The sessions are structured but flexible, so families can engage at their own pace with hands-on activities about local plants and pollinators. Park in Lot 1 and the nature center is right there—completely free and actually inclusive, not just saying it.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Stewardship Saturday: Nissequogue Greenhouse Director's Path
Spend your Saturday morning clearing invasive plants from the Director's Path at Nissequogue's greenhouse. Bring work gloves and wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty—this is actual trail maintenance, not a walk in the park. The work starts at 9am sharp at the greenhouse on Saint Johnland Road in Kings Park.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Foodies + New Friends: Freeport | Small Business Owners Edition
BarCada's recurring small business owner dinner series rotates through Freeport restaurants, with the location announced closer to each date. It's structured networking over an actual meal—less awkward than standing around with business cards, more focused than a general mixer. South Main Street has plenty of street parking if you arrive a bit early.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Freeport
- Price
- See ticket page
Introduction to Stained Glass: Honeycomb Bee Suncatcher Workshop
Learn basic stained glass techniques while building a honeycomb bee suncatcher you'll actually take home that night. The class covers cutting, foiling, and soldering—all materials included.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Lantern Walk: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Bring flashlights or lanterns for an after-dark guided walk through Heckscher State Park—you'll spot nocturnal critters and hear the park come alive at night. The 7:45 PM start gives you time for dinner in East Islip first. $4 per person when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Heckscher State Park, East Islip
Mid-Tide Splash - Family program (6+), $4 cash per child upon arrival
Kids 6 and up wade into the shallows at Sunken Meadow to learn what lives in the Sound's tidal zones. Bring water shoes, a change of clothes, and $4 cash per child—adults are free. Meet at Lot 3, right near the beach access.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3, Kings Park
Self Care Saturday: Adult Program, $4 upon arrival
This Saturday afternoon program at Connetquot River focuses on adult wellness activities—think guided meditation, nature walks, or stress-relief techniques in a park setting. $4 at the door gets you in.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Welcome Back Osprey - Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
A guided hike along Sunken Meadow's shoreline to spot ospreys returning to their nesting sites for the season. The walk's about 90 minutes, fairly easy terrain, and costs $4 cash per person. Meet at Lot 3—bring binoculars if you've got them.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3, Kings Park
Stewardship Sunday: Walt Whitman Birthplace
Spend a Sunday morning pulling garlic mustard and other invasive plants from the grounds of Walt Whitman's birthplace in Huntington Station. Tools and gloves are provided, and you'll help preserve the 19th-century landscape around the historic farmhouse. Park on Old Walt Whitman Road.
- When
- Where
- Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, Huntington Station
Intermediate Open Crochet Workshop w/Amanda of Creative Retreat -Age 16+
Amanda from Creative Retreat hosts this open workshop for crocheters who already know the basics and want dedicated time to finish projects or level up their skills. Bring your own yarn and hooks—materials aren't provided. Ages 16 and up only for this one.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • The Experience LI • Hauppauge
Paint butterfly designs on wine glasses at this 21+ workshop in Hauppauge. The Experience LI provides all supplies and instruction, so you can focus on sipping and painting. Commerce Drive has plenty of parking.
- When
- Where
- The Experience LI, Hauppauge
- Price
- See ticket page
zine workshop: exploring rejection
Turn rejection into an 8-page zine at this workshop tied to Studio Kash's REJECTED exhibition. You'll fold, cut, collage, and write your way through the theme in one night. The studio's on Scudder Ave in Northport, right in the village center with easy street parking.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Messy Church
Babylon United Methodist hosts a free evening of crafts, storytelling, and snacks aimed at families. It's their Messy Church program—exactly what it sounds like, in a good way.
- When
- Where
- United Methodist Church of Babylon, Babylon
Women's Moon Circle
Revolution Yoga in Rockville Centre holds monthly moon circles—gatherings for women to mark the new or full moon. Free, starts at 6:30 PM on North Village Ave.
- When
- Where
- Revolution Yoga, Rockville Centre
Beyond the No: Celebrating Creative Persistence — A REJECTED Discussion
Sit down with local creatives who've been rejected and kept going anyway—this free table talk is part of the REJECTED show at Kasher Gallery & Studios. It's a small-group conversation, not a panel, so expect real talk. Studio's at 19 Scudder Ave in Northport; street parking's usually open on weekends.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
Meet the Animals - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This is the animal-focused version of Sunken Meadow's all-abilities nature series—think live critters, tactile experiences, and rangers who actually know how to work with different needs. Same deal as the other programs: Lot 1 at the nature center, completely free, and built for families who usually get overlooked by this kind of programming.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Silent Book Club – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
Bring whatever you're reading and settle in for an hour of quiet reading time with other book people. No assigned titles, no discussion required—just you, your book, and the company of fellow readers at this free monthly gathering.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Silent Book Club In The Park – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
The Book Whisperer's Silent Book Club meets at Northport Village Park for an hour of quiet reading outdoors. Bring whatever you're currently reading—no assigned books, no discussion required, just low-key company and your own pages. Free, and the park's right by the harbor if you want to walk around after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Groofy Greenport Scavenger Hunt
Alley Kat Adventures runs a scavenger hunt through Greenport's storefronts and side streets, starting from Encanto Crepes on Main Street. Teams solve clues and complete challenges around the village—think photo ops and local trivia. Park in the village lot behind Main Street; you'll be walking most of the route.
- When
- Where
- Encanto Crepes & Cafe, Greenport
- Price
- See ticket page
Sayville Shenanigans Scavenger Hunt
An interactive scavenger hunt kicks off from Sayville Bean Coffee House on Main Street. Alley Kat Adventures runs these recurring hunts through downtown Sayville, turning the village into your game board.
- When
- Where
- Sayville Bean Coffee House, Sayville
- Price
- See ticket page
Southampton Shuffle Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt takes you through Southampton's village center, starting at Tate's Bake Shop on North Sea Road. Alley Kat Adventures runs these regularly throughout the summer, so if you miss this date, there's likely another coming up. Teams solve clues and complete challenges around town—think of it as a structured way to explore the village instead of just window shopping.
- When
- Where
- Tate's Bake Shop, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill • Levittown
This recurring Friday night painting session at Levittown Lanes has you recreating "Flowers by The Sea" with drink in hand. All brushes, paints, and canvases are provided, and the instructor walks you through it stroke by stroke. 21+ only, and it's at the bar side of the bowling alley on Tanners Lane.
- When
- Where
- Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill, Levittown
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite • Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport) • Bayport
Momo's on Montauk Highway in Bayport is running a recurring paint night where you'll work on "Fireflies & Sea Breeze" with a drink in hand. All materials are provided and an instructor guides the whole thing, so zero experience necessary. It's a Tuesday night option that's more laid-back than your typical weekend plans.
- When
- Where
- Momo's Sport Bar and Grill Too (Bayport), Bayport
- Price
- See ticket page
Learn to Use a Sewing Machine & Make a Reversible Bucket Hat w/Keri
You'll learn basic sewing machine operation and leave with an actual finished reversible bucket hat you made yourself. Keri from Loops by Keri teaches the evening session at Nest on Main in Northport. No prior sewing experience needed—this one's designed to get you comfortable with the machine from scratch.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Porcelain Plate Painting
Paint your own porcelain plate at this Studio Kash workshop on the second floor at 19 Scudder Ave in Northport. You'll leave with a finished piece that works as a gift or wall decor. Northport's main strip has free street parking and is totally walkable, so grab dinner after at one of the spots on Main Street.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Little Birdie Mahjong @ Mama Chan’s - Studio 54 style
Hong Kong-style mahjong meets disco vibes at Mama Chan's in Northport. The Little Birdie crew brings tiles and glamour to the Fort Salonga Road spot, signature cocktails included. Reserve ahead since table space fills up fast.
- When
- Where
- Mama Chan’s, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
The Home Buzz: How to Make a Native Bee House (A Family Workshop)
Chris Kelly walks families through building bee houses designed for native species—the kind you can actually hang in your yard and watch solitary bees move in. You'll learn which bees nest where and leave with a finished house ready to install.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Long Beach Hotel 07/26/2026 1:00 Seaglass Tree Christmas in July • Long Beach Hotel • Long Beach
Christmas in July meets craft night at Long Beach Hotel, where you'll build your own seaglass tree with all materials provided. No artistic skills needed—just show up and leave with a finished piece. Right on East Broadway, easy walk from the Long Beach LIRR station if you're coming car-free.
- When
- Where
- Long Beach Hotel, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Paddle a quiet stretch of the Nissequogue River with a guided group out of Kings Park. It's $4 cash when you show up, and they provide the kayaks. This is an adult-only program, so leave the kids home for this one.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Passport through Parks: Belmont, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This monthly hiking series hits every state park on Long Island—August's stop is Belmont Lake in West Babylon. It's technically free, but bring $4 per person for the day-of fee. The series is designed for families, so all ages can tag along.
- When
- Where
- Belmont Lake State Park, West Babylon
Bay Walk: Children’s Program (ages 8+), $4 per child upon arrival
Kids 8 and up wade through shallow waters at Robert Moses Field 2 to spot crabs, mussels, and small fish living in the Great South Bay. The program runs about 90 minutes and costs $4 per child when you arrive. Bring water shoes or old sneakers that can get wet and sandy.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Whales of the Deep Blue Sea: Tiny Tots (ages 3-5), $4 per child
This early morning program at Connetquot introduces preschoolers to ocean giants through hands-on activities and storytelling. Designed specifically for the 3-5 age group, it runs about an hour and costs $4 per child at the door. The park entrance is right off Sunrise Highway in Oakdale with ample parking near the nature center.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Build-a-Bug-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Your 3-5 year old gets to learn about insect anatomy and then build their own bug creation at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center. It's $4 cash per kid, and the hands-on project gives little ones a way to understand what makes bugs, well, bugs. Head to Lot 1 at the park.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Nighttime Sensory Walk: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This after-dark walk at Connetquot focuses on sounds, smells, and textures you'd miss during daylight hours—think chirping crickets, rustling mammals, and night-blooming plants. Flashlights stay off for most of the route so your eyes can adjust. It's $4 per person and runs about 90 minutes on forest trails.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Paddle through Heckscher's salt marsh with a naturalist who'll point out osprey nests, horseshoe crabs, and the cordgrass that holds the whole ecosystem together. You need basic kayaking skills and your own boat—there are no rentals on site. Launch from Field 5 where parking fills up fast on summer weekends.
- When
- Where
- Heckscher State Park Field 5, East Islip
200 Plant Challenge, Family Program, $4 pp cash upon arrival
Help plant native wildflowers at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center grounds—the park's trying to hit 200 plants and needs volunteers of all ages. Bring gloves if you have them, plus $4 cash per person. You'll actually get your hands dirty on this one, so dress accordingly.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Beginning Birding: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Bring binoculars and learn basic bird identification techniques at Planting Fields Arboretum's wooded grounds. The program runs about an hour and works well for kids who can handle a morning walk. Parking is $8 per car if you're not an Empire Pass holder.
- When
- Where
- Planting Fields Arboretum, Oyster Bay
Bat Safari, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Wildwood's naturalists lead a nighttime hike through the park to spot local bat species in action. Bring a flashlight and wear closed-toe shoes for the trails. $4 per person at the gate when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Wildwood State Park, Calverton
Hike Through History: Caleb Smith, Family Program, $4 per person
This guided hike at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve ties America's 250th anniversary to the preserve's colonial history. The naturalist-led walk covers the land's story from early settlers through today. $4 per person, parking is straightforward off Jericho Turnpike in Smithtown.
- When
- Where
- Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Smithtown
Bat Safari, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Head to Caleb Smith after sunset to watch bats emerge and hunt insects over the preserve's ponds and trails. Bring a flashlight and $4 cash per person. The preserve closes at dusk normally, so this is a rare chance to see it after dark.
- When
- Where
- Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Smithtown
What's the Buzz? Tiny Tots Program (Ages 3-5). $4 per child upon arrival
Your preschooler gets a short introduction to pollinators through a story, craft, and easy nature walk at Connetquot. The program's designed for short attention spans—about 45 minutes total. Come early to scope out the fish hatchery if you have extra time.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Fruits & Veggies-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Preschoolers learn where their food comes from in this nature program at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center. It's $4 cash per child for a morning exploring fruits and vegetables through the lens of the natural world. Park at Lot 1.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri teaches you how to hand-knit an oversized blanket using chunky yarn and your arms instead of needles. You'll leave with a finished throw blanket after this single session.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Meet the Animals - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
Another round of Sunken Meadow's animal program for families of all abilities, running later in August if you missed the first one. Same nature center in Lot 1, same hands-on approach with live animals and adaptive activities. Free, and worth putting on your calendar if accessible outdoor programs are hard to find in your area.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Moths Under The Moonlight -Adult program, $4 cash per adult upon arrival
Learn to identify night sounds and attract moths using a UV light setup with an outdoor educator at Sunken Meadow after dark. This adults-only program runs about two hours and costs $4 cash. Bring a flashlight and bug spray—you'll be standing outside in August.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Kings Park
Women's Moon Circle
Revolution Yoga in Rockville Centre holds monthly moon circles—gatherings for women to mark the new or full moon. Free, starts at 6:30 PM on North Village Ave.
- When
- Where
- Revolution Yoga, Rockville Centre
Prime Exchange Getaways! | MarineMax Huntington & MarineMax Norwalk
Prime Exchange Getaways is MarineMax's boat swap program—try a different model for a weekend trip without committing to a purchase. The Huntington and Norwalk locations are coordinating these late-August getaways. Call ahead to see what boats are available and reserve your slot.
- When
- Where
- MarineMax Huntington, Huntington
Beach Scavenger Hunt - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This beach scavenger hunt at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center is designed with accessibility in mind—families with different physical and developmental abilities can all participate in the same program. It's a structured way to explore the shoreline without the usual barriers. Park at Lot 1 and head to the Nature Center building.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Beach Scavenger Hunt - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This beach scavenger hunt at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center is designed with accessibility in mind—families with different physical and developmental abilities can all participate in the same program. It's a structured way to explore the shoreline without the usual barriers. Park at Lot 1 and head to the Nature Center building.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Natural History Hike: Adult Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This adults-only hike covers the ecological and historical layers of Nissequogue River State Park, from its glacial origins to its time as a psychiatric hospital campus. The guided walk takes about two hours and costs $4 per person. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Future Millionaires: Dinner with Entrepreneurs | Long Island
This recurring dinner series connects entrepreneurs over a meal at rotating Bay Shore restaurants, with the specific spot announced before each event. BarCada keeps the groups small enough for actual conversation, and Maple Avenue has street parking plus municipal lots nearby. Better than swapping LinkedIn profiles at a bar.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Bay Shore
- Price
- See ticket page
Paint Nite Brand Creative Events
Paint Nite brings canvas-and-cocktails creativity to The Experience LI in Hauppauge. An instructor walks you through a painting step-by-step while you work at your own pace. It's at their Commerce Drive location, easy to find off the LIE near Blydenburgh Road.
- When
- Where
- The Experience LI, Hauppauge
- Price
- See ticket page
Basketry for Beginners
Tina Pearsall and Carol Losquadro from the Basket Weavers Guild teach you to wrap a glass vase with basic weaving techniques. You'll leave with a finished basket-vase hybrid and the skills to try more complex patterns at home.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Skys The Limit 2nd Annual Hair Show
Sky's the Limit Dry Bar takes over Southampton Arts Center for their second annual showcase of editorial hair looks and styling demos. Jobs Lane has metered street parking, but the lot behind the arts center fills up fast for weekend events.
- When
- Where
- Southampton Arts Center, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Hamptons Sweat Fest, A Fitness & Wellness Fundraiser
Hit multiple fitness studios across East Hampton starting at 7 AM, then wrap at a VIP cocktail event—all benefiting cancer research through the Beljanski Foundation. Check in at Rejuvenation Health on The Circle before spreading out to participating locations.
- When
- Where
- Rejuvenation Health- Event HQ, East Hampton
- Price
- See ticket page
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