Orient Point State Park
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Out on the very tip of the North Fork, Orient Point State Park features a pair of playgrounds and a long rocky beach to play on. |
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LI4Kids: July 2008 Archive
July 31, 2008
July 30, 2008
Greenport Carousel
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The wooden carousel at Mitchell Park in Greenport is a scenic waterfront spot to take a spin on a vintage ride. |
July 29, 2008
Cedar Creek Park
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The playground at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford has long been considered one of Long Island's best. It has a lot to offer, with four play areas and lots of room to roam. |
July 28, 2008
Long Island Children's Museum
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The Long Island Children's Museum is one of the top family attractions on Long Island. Located on Museum Row in Garden City, it's a great spot for indoor exploration and play. |
July 25, 2008
The Weekend Planner, July 25
Ahoy, mateys! This weekend brings the Long Island Pirate Festival to Greenport's Mitchell Park. There's also the Feast of St. Rocco and some concerts here and there.
July 24, 2008
Nassau Firefighter's Museum
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The Nassau County Firefighters Museum is located on Museum Row in Garden City, at the Reckson Center. Inside, you'll find exhibits featuring vintage firefighting equipment and safety tips . |
July 23, 2008
Bethpage State Park
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Known nationwide for its outstanding golf courses, Bethpage State Park is also home to a polo pitch and a playground located in a large picnic area. |
July 22, 2008
Nesconset Athletic Fields Playground
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Hidden away behind a construction zone, the brand new playground at the Nesconset Athletic Fields shows some great promise. |
July 21, 2008
Wildwood State Park
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Wildwood State Park in Wading River features a hidden gem of a playground to go along with its glittering jewel of a beach. |
July 18, 2008
The Weekend Planner, July 18
Just in case you didn't get your fill of fireworks over the Fourth of July weekend, there's a few more opportunities to catch a show this weekend. You'll also find a number of concerts, two music festivals, and a couple of chances to take a journey back in history.
July 17, 2008
Central Park Zoo Road Trip
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The Central Park Zoo is a terrific spot to take a break from the bustle of Manhattan and enjoy some animal habitats. |
July 16, 2008
Hempstead Lake State Park
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Hempstead Lake State Park in West Hempstead is built around Hempstead Lake, the largest lake in Nassau County. There is a mid-sized playground undergoing some renovation, and a vintage wood carousel that's a delight to ride. |
July 15, 2008
Southaven Park Update
In addition to the great playgrounds and extensive picnic facilities at Southaven Park in Brookhaven, you'll also find the home of the Long Island Live Steamers. Since 1968, the LILS have been running miniature steam trains in the park and providing public runs on select Sundays.
For the full review with the steam train update, click here.
July 14, 2008
Valley Stream State Park
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Valley Stream State Park is a natural oasis in a densely developed residential area that features nature trails, picnic areas and two playgrounds. |
July 11, 2008
The Weekend Planner
This is a big weekend on Long Island, with the New York Philharmonic's annual concert and fireworks show at Heckscher Park, as well as the International Festival in Lindenhurst and Rockville Center's 115th birthday Bash.
July 10, 2008
Jones Beach State Park
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Jones Beach State Park is the crown jewel of Long Island's public ocean beaches. With multiple public bath houses, a swimming pool, refreshments and a great playground, there's a lot more than just the marquee white sandy beach to explore. |
July 09, 2008
Sunken Meadow State Park
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Sunken Meadow State Park in Northport is the home of a large beach on the Long Island Sound, as well as three golf courses, many picnic areas and three playgrounds. |
July 08, 2008
Blydenburgh County Park
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Blydenburgh County Park in Smithtown provides large camping and picnic areas, rowboat rentals and a small playground in a surprisingly quiet setting just off of Vet's Highway. |
July 07, 2008
Shorefront Park
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Shorefront Park on the coast of the Great South Bay in Patchogue offers waterfront play on a large parcel with ballfields and an amphitheater. |
July 03, 2008
Centereach Pool Playground
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The playground at the Centereach Pool complex provides a year-round place to play in the shadow of one of Brookhaven's large pool and sports areas. |
July 02, 2008
Bronx Zoo Road Trip
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The Bronx Zoo is a world-class animal park in the nearby New York City boro of the Bronx. It's a great road trip destination for kids of all ages. |
July 01, 2008
Heckscher Park
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Heckscher Park, just east of Huntington village, features a playground, tennis courts, walking paths and lots of open public spaces. |
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