Past events
Newsday Live Music Series presents a special evening of music and conversation with recording artist Mike DelGuidice as he discusses his new album, "Mask Production." Get a sneak peek of Mike's new songs during a special acoustic performance and audience Q&A.
Newsday Live and Long Island LitFest present an intimate evening with New York Times best-selling author ("Plum Island") Nelson DeMille, in conversation with Newsday Columnist and Editorial Writer, Mark Chiusano. Nelson discusses his work, career and latest thriller, "The Maze."
Newsday Live and nextLI present a conversation with experts on the impact of powerful storms and rising insurance costs on Long Island hosted by NewsdayTV Anchor/Reporter Macy Egeland. The conversation continues on newsday.com/nextli where we invite Long Islanders to share their experiences on this looming crisis of changing weather patterns, flooding, shoreline protection, home buyouts and more to find potential solutions for the region's future.
Join Newsday Entertainment Writer Rafer Guzmán and Long Island LitFest for an in-depth discussion with Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and social activist Joan Baez about her new autobiographical poetry book, "When You See My Mother, Ask Her to Dance."
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney is addressing the media following the arraignment of Steven Schwally on an indictment charging him with four counts of second-degree murder in a fatal crash in Deer Park.
Newsday Live and Long Island LitFest present a conversation with the former senior advisor to President Clinton and co-anchor of "Good Morning America."
A Newsday investigation uncovered decades of sexual abuse cases at Long Island schools. One survivor shares his story during an in-depth discussion moderated by NewsdayTV anchor Jasmine Anderson.
Investigative reporter Sandra Peddie, a panel of experts and a sex trafficking survivor join Associate Editor Joye Brown to address the state of sex trafficking on Long Island.
Newsday Live and Long Island LitFest present a conversation with Food Network star, Iron Chef and author Alex Guarnaschelli. Newsday's food reporter and critic Erica Marcus hosts a discussion about the chef's life, career and new cookbook, "Cook It Up: Bold Moves for Family Foods," written with her daughter, Ava Clark.
Long Island officials are ramping up efforts to minimize contact between beachgoers and sharks this summer. With enhanced safety measures, scientific research, and public education, they're determined to address the recent series of shark bites. Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown and a panel of experts discuss how and what Long Islanders need to know.
Newsday Live presents an intimate evening of music and conversation with Long Island's own Mike DelGuidice. Watch an acoustic performance in Studio 2 followed by an audience Q&A. Hosted by Newsday's Senior Lifestyle Host, Elisa DiStefano.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to eat for a living? You're invited to go behind the scenes with Newsday's Feed Me team as they dig in on what it's like to be a food critic. Get the scoop on what's hot and trending on the Long Island dining scene and the dishes you must try this summer. Hosted by Newsday's Shawna VanNess
Nassau County has awarded Las Vegas Sands a lease, but the company's quest for a casino at the Coliseum site is far from over. What comes next? A panel of experts answers your questions, and more in a Newsday Live Conversation with Associate Editor Joye Brown.
Join us for a conversation with Newsday's crossword editor Stan Newman and find out how he turned his love of puzzle-solving into a career.
Find out what's new and what's coming as recreational marijuana sellers launch home delivery on Long Island and the state determines what consumption lounges will look like.
Reporters Jim Baumbach, Joie Tyrrell and investigations editor Keith Herbert discuss their investigation of Long Island teacher discipline, the project's origins and its findings.
"It's an absolute certainty there will be more wind energy landing on Long Island than we need to meet the Long Island grid," said Mark Falcone, LIPA chief executive.
1m readFive offshore wind farms are slated for construction off Montauk Point and Long Beach. Experts discuss what LIers need to know about them.
Fleshman, one of the most decorated distance runners of all time and a five-time NCAA championship winner, joins us for a virtual in-depth discussion about her latest book, "Good For a Girl," her career, and more.
What's the process for getting a casino up and running in Nassau County? Who will decide and when? Experts answer your questions about state and local approvals for casinos.
The best-selling author chats about family, career and her new children's book, "Good Night, Sister."
Gov. Hochul has proposed funding for "high impact" tutoring to help students regain educational ground lost during the pandemic. Will it be enough? How are Long Island districts addressing pressures on students?
"Saturday Night Live" comedy great Kevin Nealon talks with Newsday Entertainment Writer Rafer Guzman about his new book, "I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame," his career and more.
Marijuana businesses are getting licenses to operate on LI, so what are their plans? When will they open? Experts answer these questions and more.
With the first retail licenses being issued for recreational marijuana shops on Long Island, when and where will they open? Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown moderates a discussion with local experts to answer these questions and more.
LI doctors discuss these health concerns, and share best practices to keep your family healthy during cold and flu season.
Watch the band's recent acoustic performance and enjoy a discussion about their rise to fame and love of music at Newsday Studio 2.
How serious is the monkeypox epidemic and what precautions can you take to avoid infection? Local doctors answer these questions and more.
The first round of retail cannabis applications open this summer, but getting one won't be easy. Experts discuss what it will take to get a license, and more.
Local doctors discuss possible side effects for kids six months to five years old, whether newly approved vaccines protect against newer strains of the virus and more.
Long Island students and the police commissioners of Nassau and Suffolk counties discuss school safety and the response to threats.
Acclaimed New York-based author Elizabeth Nunez ("Boundaries," "Anna In-Between") talks about her latest novel "Now Lila Knows," her career, and more.
The award-winning actor ("The X-Files," "Californication") and best-selling author talks with us about his latest novel, "The Reservoir."
Small business owners are in the uncomfortable position of hiking prices as labor and material costs rise. Get expert tips for saving money and communicating effectively with customers.
Get money-saving tips from experts as prices soar at the gas pump and the supermarket.
Get the latest COVID updates from Nassau and Suffolk County health commissioners as they discuss which variants are concerning right now, plus LI's rates of reinfections, hospitalizations and deaths.
Graduating high school seniors successfully navigated their way through two years of pandemic disruptions at home and at school. They talk with us about their challenges and what comes next.
COVID-19 will likely continue to spread, medical experts say. Get updates from local doctors on the latest available treatments and ways to protect yourself and your family.
What impact is the legalization of adult-use marijuana having on drug testing for employment? Can employers ban employee use of the drug? Local experts address those questions.
It's likely that recreational marijuana will be legal to purchase in New York State by early 2023. Experts discuss what this means for Long Island.
Who can sell? Who can grow? How does licensing work? Local experts address these questions and more.
The seven Long Island high schoolers who were finalists in this year's prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search talk about what it takes to compete.
The guitar virtuoso talks with Newsday's Rafer Guzmán about his nineteenth studio album, "The Elephants of Mars."
What's new for 2022? A Newsday panel of experts discussed what parents and children can expect as day and sleep-away camps gear up for the summer season. Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown moderated this virtual event.
The former Jets and Giants receivers were the latest to appear at Newsday's subscriber-only live event series.
What is the latest on masking for travelers? What about COVID-19 testing requirements? Travel and medical experts answer these questions and more.
Join us and Long Island LitFest for a virtual in-depth discussion and extensive Q&A with New York Times best-selling author Tessa Bailey ("It Happened One Summer"). This LI writer will talk about her latest novel "Hook, Line and Sinker," her career and more.
Health commissioners of Nassau and Suffolk counties talk about what's next now that the state has lifted mask mandates.
Now that New York's indoor mask mandate has been lifted, what does that mean for you? Local medical, business and legal experts discuss.
What are the latest treatments for long-haul COVID-19 symptoms? What should you look out for? LI doctors address these questions and more.
With omicron infection rates on Long Island dropping, does the future hold a return to normal, or is the virus something we'll simply have to learn to live with? Health experts discuss these questions and more