Final resting place for WWII vets' remains

Stored in a funeral home closet for decades, the cremated remains of six WW II veterans are now interred at the Long Island National Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Cedar Point County Park Hike

May11

3-4 mile hike with some hills, experience the beauty of the oak woods in springtime, hike along Hedges Banks overlooking Gardiner's Bay, meet at the entrance parking area, bring snacks, liquids and tick protection

Where

Cedar Point County Park

5 Cedar Point Rd.

East Hampton, NY

Phone

631-275-8539

Price

free

Townsend Talk: Of the Mollies Club

May16

Anthropologist Dr. Megan Rhodes Victor will discuss the history and archaeology of molly houses, clandestine locations in the English colonies wherein gay men and cross-dressing individuals could meet and participate in elaborate gendered performances, light refreshments will be served, register

Where

Raynham Hall Museum

30 W. Main St.

Oyster Bay, NY

Phone

516-922-6808

Price

$25, $10 students with ID

A Look Back at the Rich Equestrian History of Long Island in the 19th and 20th Centuries

May16

Meeting of the Bay Shore Historical Society, Jerry and Rita Trapani will showcase the racetracks, estates, parks and shows that have made Long Island one of the most important equestrian venues in the world

Where

Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library

1 S. Country Rd.

Brightwaters, NY

Phone

631-665-1707

Price

free

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