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	The Hindu festival of Holi was celebrated with colors and dancing across Long Island on Sunday. NewsdayTV&#39;s Steve Langford reports.&nbsp;
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The Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts in Syosset will debut a new song and dance show, "Big Shot," featuring the music of Billy Joel on June 9.

Billy Joel music inspires one-night 'Big Shot' performance 

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Long Island venues are offering free admission and perks for the special women in your life.

Where moms get in for free this Mother's Day

Long Island has several spots where you can get a close peek at nature.

Where to see animals this summer

Long Island playgrounds can transform everyday parks into imaginary lands.

Playgrounds to visit this summer

Stroller- and wheelchair-accessible paths abound at Long Island parks, preserves and beachfront destinations

Stroller-friendly walking trails to explore

Kids' summer exhibits take the fun inside and out 

Some decide not to make the change, while others say they want the surname of their children.

Couples torn on changing their last names after marriage 

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Mocha Moms is a mother's group geared toward women of color, offering mom-nights-out, mom-only brunches and speakers on issues such as personal finance.

Moms group creates 'a sisterhood' for women of color

Long Island couples are inviting their furry friends to their weddings. 

Dogs, goats and ponies: The latest wedding guests

Fun for a family of four can cost $150 or more at big attractions like Adventureland and Splish Splash.

Family fun can cost hundreds. Here's how to save at big attractions

It's a rare double whammy of Lego events that proves the enduring appeal of a toy that's been enchanting children and adults for nearly 70 years.

2 big Lego conventions coming to LI

The Long Island affiliate reaches an average of 850 to 1,000 girls annually through after-school and summer programs.

After-school program aims to help young women become independent leaders

More than 80 vendors will have booths informing participants about Long Island summer camps, after-school programs, birthday party venues and play places.

All Kids Fair comes to Westbury mall this weekend

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries Feed Me critics' picks for the best seafood at Kyma in Roslyn and Bigelow's in Rockville Centre.

Trying Rockville Centre's famous Ipswich clams

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited Apricot Lane Boutique in Smithtown, which sells clothes for women of all ages.

Local mom opens boutique with ties to humanitarian causes

Meet some of Long Island's prized pedigrees preparing for the Westminster Dog Show. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

It's 'like the Super Bowl of dog shows'

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin tries different variations of the crookie, a cookie-stuffed croissant, at Fiorello Dolce in Huntington and Torte Jeff in Port Jefferson.

Is it a breakfast? Is it a dessert? Meet the crookie

The Long Island chapter of Mocha Moms hosts monthly events for mothers of color. Newsday's Beth Whitehouse reports.

'Mocha Moms is a sisterhood of women of color'

Everly & Co. Boutique opened in Babylon in the former Ohh La La space. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

"I want you to feel like you're shopping with a friend that you can trust."

Students at Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts rehearse "Big Shot," a musical set to Billy Joel's songs. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

'Definitely a weight bringing these songs to life'

Luke Harmon, 8, of East Setauket, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and his father said he didn't know how to communicate. That is, until Luke learned to express himself by building Legos.

'Really cool to see and know how far I've gotten'

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus talks with Pizzeria Undici owners about the inspiration behind their Massapequa pizzeria.

What makes this pizzeria 'old school'?

Newsday food writer Scott Vogel tries omakase, the Japanese restaurant experience in which the diner leaves their meal entirely up to the chef.

Trying Sora Omakase in Stony Brook

Waterdrinker's annual Tulip Festival is now at two locations. Newsday's Rachel Weiss reports from Riverhead.

'We're almost at full bloom'

At Huntington's Project Prom, students got to pick out free dresses, suits, ties and shoes to help cut costs. Newsday family writer Beth Whitehouse reports. 

'There's so many to choose from'

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Jaguars, muscle cars, hot rods are all revved up and ready to be seen.

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The Beach Boys, Alanis Morissette and Third Eye Blind are among the performers coming to Wantagh this summer. 

Jones Beach concerts

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