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Find live music, food, rides, fun, games and more at these events, from May to Labor Day.

Guide: LI summer fairs and festivals

Explore North Shore campgrounds for affordable adventures, from fishing and hiking to s'mores by the fire, all near scenic waterfronts.

Guide: Camping on LI's North Shore

Explore our interactive guide to weekend fun, including family-friendly events, concerts, festivals and more.

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In the 1960s and '70s, one reader argues, we became an individualistic society that viewed the 50s as a plastic time. But in deciding not to "be" there for one another, we collectively did not hold onto what was dear.

My Turn: Rituals, freedoms and what we've lost

A lot has changed over the years, from new grandchildren to aging parents, but for Gary Mantell the "freak flag is still flying."

My Turn: Mostly the same guy, just in an 'older, fraying package'

George Povall has a gift for making technical environmental issues clear. 

'People are ready for change,' LI energy advocate says

From monthly events in Westbury and Huntington to a three-day festival in Montauk, tango has proved popular among Long Islanders.

'Everything else disappears': LI tango lovers find community, connection

From records to cassettes and CDS, and then back again, Ian Ross of Plainview's music collection has come full circle.

My Turn: Loving life's liner notes

Resorts, dining, pickleball are popping up as venues for the unclothed.

The Column: Naked comes the senior citizen?

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Expect 50-cent wings, $25 lobster rolls, $5 wines, $10 appetizers and more.

7 happy hour deals that'll get you into seasonal spots on a discount

On the flavor list: Grasshopper Pie made from crème de menthe, Oreos and chocolate chips, and Beantown Buzz, an espresso-based ice cream with cookie crunch and chocolate-covered espresso beans.

Ice cream spot opens 2nd LI location, with plans to expand

The menu ranges from quick bites to date-night fare.

Husband-and-wife duo open LI neighborhood grill

Gigi Sacchetti brings his supernal pastas — and much more — to the table.

13-year-old Italian spot reaches for the star ... chef

Staff at Mesita spent the day throwing out spoiled food and pondering when the Mexican restaurant will reopen.

Garden City eatery in cleanup mode after fire

The spot comes from a lifelong craft beer enthusiast.

New brewery opens in LI village

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NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa finds the perfect fit at Rico's Clothing in Center Moriches.

LI Works: Ken finds the man who makes the clothes that make the man

NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie spoke with the Suffolk Sheriff's Marine Bureau about tips boaters should follow to be prepared when heading out onto the water.

In wake of deadly New York Harbor accident, LI official provides boating safety tips

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed has a first look at something new to enjoy, an evergreen maze at Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm.

Out East: Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm's new evergreen maze

The nonprofit Whip Pediatric Cancer provides unicorn-themed dresses to kids receiving chemo treatment. The dresses have a zipper running down the chest allowing for access to a chemotherapy port.

Unicorn-themed dresses help girls who are undergoing chemo feel 'like a princess'

Newsday travel reporter Carissa Kellman bikes Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway, stopping along the way at seasonal hot spots.

Beach hop with savory stops along LI's coastal bike path

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Doug Geed take a look back at the case against Richard Angelo, who injected several patients with a paralyzing drug.

Picture This: That time an LI nurse killed several patients

Advocates say they are seeing signs that U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement agents are becoming more active on Long Island. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

ICE presence once again growing on LI

Sunday's competition, the 12th annual held at Peter's Clam Bar, raised money to benefit the Lindsey Rose Parke Foundation.

Island Park restaurant holds annual clam-eating contest

John Scarola of Kings Park volunteers at the Sweetbriar Nature Center because environment and nature are things he is very passionate about.

 Volunteers of LI: Kings Park man does his part to preserve nature

Newsday food writer Melissa Azofeifa tried several dishes on from the social media menu at Island Lake Diner in Ronkonkoma.

Trying the social media menu at Island Lake Diner

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Newsday food writers Erica Marcus and Marie Elena Martinez dined at Orto in Miller Place, one of the spots on Newsday's 2026 list of best Italian restaurants.

'What we've chosen are restaurants that kind of rise above all that'

From the Retro Gaming Expo at Cradle of Aviation Museum to the Paumanauke Pow Wow, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

What's up on LI this weekend

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus explores the new farmers market at Station Yards in Ronkonkoma.

Farmers market opens at Station Yards

'One of the worst we've ever seen'

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed tours Splish Splash, which has been entertaining Long Islanders for 35 years.

Out East: Slide into fun at Splish Splash

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited Phenom in Rockville Centre, a new lacrosse store created for female athletes.

'It's an all-girls brand that celebrates the power of sports in girls' lives'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano made braciole with the nonnas of St. Rocco's Roman Catholic Church in Glen Cove as they prepared for The Feast of St. Rocco.

'We prepare the food with a lot of love'

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits three restaurants where dining al fresco is the way to go.

Out East: Restaurants with great outdoor spaces

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us 'Out East' and visits a few popular spots and a few local gems.

Out East Show: A trip to Splish Splash, Dining al fresco, Arts Center at Duck Creek

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland takes a look back at Jones Beach through the years.

That time Robert Moses turned marshland into an LI treasure

A weaver from Huntington helped hide guns from the British at his home. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

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