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Family 15 spring festivals, events, more for LI families
Celebrate the season with baby animals, flowers, nature walks and more.
3/23/19
Family Baby Cuddler programs grow in popularity
Volunteers spend hours holding babies in the neonatal intensive care units.
9:21 AM
Family LI girl, 7, donates birthday gifts to hospitalized kids
She donated $300 worth of toys, games and more to the hospitalized kids.
8:51 AM
Family Two LI teens win nationwide Disney Dreamers trip
The two local winners were chosen from thousands of applicants.
3/25/19
Kidsday Lin-Manuel Miranda talks with LI kids
The writer and actor shares what it's like to sing in front of President Obama and more.
3/20/19
Family 35 family-friendly things to do this spring on LI
Great spots to plan a fun day outdoors.
3/23/19
Family New LI club helps kids with public speaking
The Gavel Club is part of Jack and Jill of America.
3/18/19
Family New virtual reality ride opens on LI
Riders at Laser Bounce Family Fun Center in Levittown have the sensation of speeding ahead on a roller-coaster-like track.
3/18/19
Family New gaming and eSports center opens on LI
The center will offer players Fortnite, Overwatch, Counter Strike and more.
3/20/19
Family How kids can become volunteer firefighters, EMTs
Each department has its own minimum age requirement, often between ages 12 and 14.
3/12/19