Advice from LI 'golden' couples: What these 6 pairs married 50+ years know about ever-lasting love

Their advice for the younger generations is largely similar: commitment, patience and communication matter most.

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Tempers, expletives and now punching? What really happens when politicians meet in private.
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Upcoming Events

Sean Kenney's Nature Connects

May16

Exhibition featuring Sean Kenney's sculptures of Lego bricks, which explore animal endangerment, the balance of ecosystems and mankind's relationship with nature

Where

Old Westbury Gardens

71 Old Westbury Rd.

Old Westbury, NY

Phone

516-333-0048

Price

Free with admission ($22; $20 ages 62 and older and full-time students with valid ID, $12 ages 7-17)

Brick Builders: Build Something Together

May28

An afternoon of exploring, building, and creating together! Brick Builders invites children and their grown-ups to enjoy building a LEGO® Friends Flower Stand with Roses Kit.

Where

Old Westbury Gardens

71 Old Westbury Rd.

Old Westbury, NY

Phone

516-333-0048

Price

General admission is $22; $20 for ages 62+ and full-time students with valid ID; $12 for children ages 7–17; and free for children 6 and under

Family Night: Backyard Bugs

May30

Families are invited to discover the fascinating world of bugs during this special after-hours experience in the gardens! The event features a Live Bug Show where participants will meet incredible insects up close and learn what makes them so amazing. Plus, a hands-on Bug Station for further exploration and discovery.

Where

Old Westbury Gardens

71 Old Westbury Rd.

Old Westbury, NY

Phone

516-333-0048

Price

General admission is $22; $20 for ages 62+ and full-time students with valid ID; $12 for children ages 7–17; and free for children 6 and under

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