<p>Luke Harmon, 8, of East Setauket, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and&nbsp;his father said he&nbsp;didn&rsquo;t know how to communicate. That is,&nbsp;until Luke learned&nbsp;to express himself by building Legos.</p>


Things to Do

Family

XLLEGO240412_video

8-year-old with autism uses Legos to express himself

East Setauket

Brentwood

Uniondale

onecms:f16aaf9d-b3c8-488c-bf04-95d83db10514

Newsday

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

onecms_e8e8378f-c749-4bd8-88c6-ed1d1ac96f49_68f2b066-ad13-47ad-b463-6e718a90d907.jpg

Sign up for the Family newsletter

Family Newsletter Promo

Kids' summer exhibits take the fun inside and out 

Most Popular

Lifestyle Rail Module

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

Stroller-friendly walking trails to explore

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 

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 

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

Things to Do Article Bottom Module

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

"I couldn't believe it ... I stared at him for a half-hour, totally in awe."

Eaglets hatch in Massapequa after bald eagles attract thousands of fans

The beauty of the Silent Book Club, members say, is that they can read whatever they want.

This bar is so silent, you can hear a page turn — and that's entirely the point

Parents share their bills for sleepaway and day camp programs. "We have to save for camp."

2 kids, 6 weeks of summer camp, $26,900. How much parents really pay

Things to Do Video Playlist

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.

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'

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin visits Won KBBQ, a family-owned, all-you-can-eat Korean barbeque restaurant in Carle Place.

Inside Won KBBQ in Carle Place

The Friendly's on Hawkins Avenue in Ronkonkoma closed for good this week, joining a half-dozen other shuttered locations from Levittown to Middle Island.

Friendly's in Ronkonkoma serves its last sundae

One Trick Pony is a women-owned coffee cafe in Westhampton Beach.

Inside Westhampton Beach's One Trick Pony

Lifestyle Trending Articles

Kids can have their day at these annual spring festivals.

Spring festivals

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

Jones Beach concerts

Things to do this weekend

Family - megaslot

Find parenting tips, family-friendly local events and more to plan a fun-filled day with kids on Long Island. 