LI playgrounds worth the drive

Explore themed playgrounds that go beyond everyday parks, where kids can climb a pirate ship, fire truck and more.

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Upcoming Events

Survival Skills: Shelter

Apr18

Mike Evans will discuss how to construct debris huts, lean-tos and tarp shelters, learn how airflow, insulation and positioning all contribute to warmth and protection, bring sturdy footwear, work gloves and dress appropriately for the weather (survival knives are suggested but not required), register

Where

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

180 Little Neck Rd.

Centerport, NY

Phone

631-854-5579

Price

$40

Mindful Art

Apr19

Local poet, author and activist Erica Settino will perform selected readings from her poetry chapbook "The Life Forest," followed by a discussion about neurodivergence, identity and reclaiming creativity as a means of personal expression later in life, register

Where

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

180 Little Neck Rd.

Centerport, NY

Phone

631-854-5579

Price

$25

Mindful Art with Erica Settino

Apr19

Join local poet, author, and activist Erica Settino for an intimate event drawing from her poetry chapbook, The Life Forest, a collection exploring her late-diagnosed autism and ADHD, reverence for nature, and the wild roots of creativity. The gathering will be conversational, educational, and experiential. Register

Where

Vandebilt Museum

180 Little Neck Rd.

Centerport, NY

Phone

631-854-5579

Price

$25

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