Picnic Pops at Old Westbury Garden. (Jessica Rotkiewicz)

Picnic Pops at Old Westbury Garden. (Jessica Rotkiewicz) Credit: Picnic Pops at Old Westbury Garden. (Jessica Rotkiewicz)

Fireworks are nice and all, but there is no greater July Fourth tradition than the picnic. Take advantage of New York's great spots for dining al fresco:

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What's in NUMC's future? ... Staying safe around pools ... Push to revamp mansion tax ... LI Works: Selling seafood

Staying safe around pools ... Push to revamp mansion tax ... LI Works: Selling seafood Credit: Newsday

What's in NUMC's future? ... Staying safe around pools ... Push to revamp mansion tax ... LI Works: Selling seafood

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