Thursday, April 22 Toast Earth Day with a smoothie in Times Square, compliments of Burt’s Bees, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (the blender runs on bike pedal-power); and get free samples of the line’s natural skin care products.

Thursday, April 22 Toast Earth Day with a smoothie in Times Square, compliments of Burt’s Bees, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. (the blender runs on bike pedal-power); and get free samples of the line’s natural skin care products.

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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

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Long Island organizations are aiming to help cut the cost of prom with free attire.

Where to get free prom dresses, tuxedos 

"Prom is so different from what it was 10 years ago."

$635 dresses, $165 tickets: How did prom get so expensive? 

"What Not To Wear" stylist Clinton Kelly once deemed double denim "one of the biggest fashion mistakes a woman could make."

Denim-on-denim is a fashion 'crime' no longer, local stylists say 

Selections include dresses for a special event, getaway, or celebration.

Women's clothing boutique opens 2nd location, in Babylon

Today, the presence of the past remains strong in the area. "Every shop in town is different and we all work together really well," says the owner of an antique shop in the area.

Shopping the vintage trail in Locust Valley 

"It's almost like buying a wedding dress."

Saying 'yes' to the Communion dress at LI children's boutiques 

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New shopping and dining experiences are popping up around Long Island.

New stores on LI to explore

Each time she gives a tween girl one of her treatments, Woods, can see herself — and recall her own challenges, insecurities and improvements.

Woman's journey with acne inspired her to open facial spa

The cozy retail space features trendy and timeless wardrobe pieces for everyday and special events, plus accessories, small gifts and jewelry.

Boutique run by sisters draws younger customers thanks to Instagram

The boutique is the second location of Envy, her N.J. clothing store with trendy women's accessories, dresses, swimwear and more.

Fans line up in early morning for Melissa Gorga's LI boutique opening

The owner's vision is crystal clear — feminine with a capital "F."

Vintage-inspired boutique opens in Stony Brook

The store sells a curated collection of baby clothes, gifts and toys that the owner says "inspire imagination and curiosity."

Toy store owner opens 2nd location in Huntington 

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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

Fans of Melissa Gorga were lined up along the street for the grand opening of Gorga's Huntington boutique. Newsday's Rachel Weiss reports.

'I always said I wanted a store on Long Island'

Sansone Market in Garden City Park is turning out some of Long Island's top pizza at the hands of Auggie Russo. Food writer Erica Marcus explores the offerings. 

'I don't just have to be awake to be thinking about pizza'

Adventureland in Farmingdale adds two new rides as part of its 2024 season. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

'Really scary, but fun'

From guidance counselor to restaurant owner: Nelly Mourelle employs people with autism at her empanada shop in West Babylon. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Empanadas with a purpose

Newsday White House correspondent Laura Figueroa Hernandez looks at the House vote on a bill that would require TikTok to separate from its Chinese owner or be banned.

Potential ban on TikTok

Newsday family reporter Beth Whitehouse visits L.I. Salty Kids Cove in Patchogue and Rookies Kids Fitness and Athletics in Bellmore.

Go inside 2 new play places

Meet the Lawrence sisters. Six of them are studying nursing together at Adelphi. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'When they call attendance, we already know what's going to happen'

A Huntington vegan market has accused a local bakery of providing gluten-tainted goods after finding a doughnut in its delivery that resembled baked goods at Dunkin' that aren't gluten-free.

A doughnut with tiny D's raises suspicions

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The fairs are a bargain hunter's dream, filled with one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, art and knickknacks, often handmade by local artisans.

3 spring craft fairs this weekend offering family-friendly fun

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