Upton, NY News & Events

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Cherry blossom festivals on LI, in NYC this spring

Long Island celebrates cherry blossom season with festivals and cultural events this spring.

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Upcoming Events

Monday, April 13

Long Island Jewish Film Festival: Once Upon My Mother

Apr17

Programmed by David Schwartz, Independent Curator and Writer. France/Canada, 2025, 102 mins, French with English subtitles

Where

Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave.

Huntington, NY

Phone

631-423-7610

Price

$20

Website

cinemartscentre.org

Safe Boating Course

Apr18

Learn the the skills needed to enjoy your time on the water and boat safely with confidence, a New York State Safe Boating Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion, held for 2 weeks on Saturdays with a final exam at the end, fee includes course materials, register

Where

Babylon Public Library

24 S. Carll Ave.

Babylon, NY

Phone

631-669-1624

Price

$30

Website

babylonlibrary.org

New York State Boating Safety Certification Course

Apr21

Boating safety course mandatory for anyone who operates a boat, watercraft or jet ski in New York State, participants will receive a New York State Safe Boating Certificate upon successful completion, held for 2 consecutive days on Tuesday and Wednesday, register

Where

Levittown Public Library

1 Bluegrass Lane

Levittown, NY

Phone

516-731-5728

Price

$55 plus $10 for certificate upon completion

Website

levittownpl.org

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