Plan a week of performances, family activities and community events as local holiday displays begin opening.

Holiday Events & Places to Visit

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November 16–22

HICKS ANIMATED CHRISTMAS WALKTHROUGH

During normal store hours; check current seasonal hours | Hicks Nurseries, Westbury

Walk through an animated Christmas story and bring a nonperishable donation for Long Island Cares. Free. Santa-letter mailboxes are also available; include a self-addressed stamped envelope for a reply.

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November 18–21

THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!

Nov 18–20: 10:15 AM & noon; Nov 21: 11 AM & 1 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Mo Willems' Pigeon, Elephant, Piggie and Unlimited Squirrels celebrate in a holiday musical. $16 theater only; $10 members; $12 nonmembers with separate museum admission. Tickets required; each performance lasts about one hour. Select the specific performance date.

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Thursday, November 19

HEMPSTEAD VETERANS DAY APPRECIATION LUNCHEON

Noon | Kennedy Memorial Park, Hempstead

The village hosts a community luncheon honoring military veterans. For attendance details contact Angela Stanley, 516-478-6286.

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November 20–22

MAGIC OF LIGHTS AT JONES BEACH

Friday–Saturday 5–11 PM; Sunday 5–10 PM | Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh

Drive through illuminated holiday displays at Jones Beach. November standard-car ticket: $22 per vehicle; check ticket page for fees and December prices. Purchase the ticket valid for your visit date and vehicle type.

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November 20–22

NASSAU COUNTY HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW

Opens 5 PM on listed dates; confirm closing time with the ticket provider | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

See a seasonal light show on the Coliseum grounds. Tickets required; select an advertised operating date.

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Saturday, November 21

HEMPSTEAD TURKEY TROT 5K

Begins 8:30 AM | Kennedy Memorial Park, Hempstead

A 5K and fun run benefit the Tyree Curry Scholarship. Register using the official flyer; questions: 516-478-6286.

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Saturday, November 21

LONG ISLAND TURKEY TROT 5K

5K 9 AM; free kiddie dash 8:30 AM | Eisenhower Park, Field 2, East Meadow

Run or walk the Thanksgiving-themed 5K held in memory of Neil Chadderton. $42.08 advance; race day $44.15, processing included. Registration required; rain or shine.

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Saturday, November 21

THE INN THANKSGIVING CURBSIDE FOOD DRIVE

Confirm November collection hours with The INN | Mary Brennan INN soup kitchen, Hempstead

Drop off requested food at the nonprofit’s November curbside collection. Donations. Call 516-486-6243 to confirm November collection hours.

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Saturday, November 21

WATERCOLOR HOLIDAY CARDS

1–3:30 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Paint seasonal cards with Howard Rose. Paper supplied; bring watercolors. $75 members; $90 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Sunday, November 22

ISLAND HILLS CHORUS: JINGLE ALL THE WAY

3–4:30 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Hear holiday songs in four-part a cappella harmony with brief stories about the music. Adult program; registration opens November 2 at 9 AM. Lapham Meeting Room.

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Sunday, November 22

LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL TURKEY TROT

One-mile children’s race 8:30 AM; 10K 9 AM | Riverside Boulevard at the boardwalk, Long Beach

Run a one-mile children’s race or the city’s 10K course. One mile, ages 14 and under: $15; 10K preregistration $35 through Nov 19 at 4 PM, race day $45. Register online; no strollers or walkers on the race course.

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Sunday, November 22

TURKEY TALK

1–3 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Make a turkey craft with word-covered feathers and use it to create a story. Included with museum admission. Ages 2+; drop-in activity takes about 10 minutes.

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Music & Shows

Wednesday, November 18

BRETT GROSSMAN: SONGS OF THE SEVENTIES

2–3 PM | Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, Port Washington

Brett Grossman performs 1970s songs with piano and guitar accompaniment. Free. Registration link provided by Landmark.

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November 18–22

FALL DANCE ADELPHI

Wednesday–Saturday 7:30 PM; Sunday 2 PM | Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, Olmsted Theatre, Garden City

Adelphi dancers perform classical and contemporary choreography by faculty and guests. Tickets required. The Sunday performance also offers a livestream.

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November 19–22

HOFSTRA FALL DANCE CONCERT

Thursday and Friday 8 PM; Saturday 2 and 8 PM; Sunday 2 PM | Hofstra University, Toni and Martin Sosnoff Theater in John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hempstead

Hofstra dancers perform pieces by faculty choreographers and guest artists. Tickets required; use the official booking link for current availability.

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Thursday, November 19

JAIME LOZANO & FLORENCIA CUENCA: BROADWAY EN SPANGLISH

7:30 PM | Tilles Center, Goldsmith Atrium, Brookville

Broadway songs receive new arrangements with live mariachi accompaniment. Tickets required; confirm current seat availability with the official box office.

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Thursday, November 19

THREE DOG NIGHT

8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury

Three Dog Night performs at the Westbury theater. Every attendee needs a ticket, regardless of age. Parking and lounge upgrades are separate from concert admission.

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Friday, November 20

CANDLELIGHT CONCERT: MICHAEL JACKSON

8:30–9:30 PM | Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, Port Washington

Classical instruments perform music associated with Michael Jackson by candlelight. Tickets only through Fever; Landmark box office and member benefits do not apply.

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Friday, November 20

CANDLELIGHT CONCERT: VIVALDI

6–7 PM | Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, Port Washington

Classical musicians perform Vivaldi in a candlelit setting. Tickets only through Fever; Landmark box office and member benefits do not apply.

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November 20–22

RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S OKLAHOMA!

Friday 8 PM; Saturday 2 and 7 PM; Sunday 3 PM | Madison Theatre at Molloy University, Rockville Centre

The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical follows Curly and Laurey in Oklahoma territory. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Saturday, November 21

JOURNEY, FOREIGNER AND BON JOVI TRIBUTE SHOW

8 PM; doors 7 PM | The Space at Westbury, Westbury

ForeignJourney and Never Say Goodbye celebrate the three rock bands. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Comedy

Thursday, November 19

ALL-STAR COMEDY SHOW

8 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, Main Room, Levittown

All-Star Comedy Show appears in a live comedy show. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables.

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Friday, November 20

ALI SIDDIQ: CUSTOM FIT

7 PM | Tilles Center, Concert Hall, Brookville

Ali Siddiq brings his storytelling stand-up tour to Tilles. Tickets required; phone-free performance, no recording permitted.

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Friday, November 20

ARAGONA’S NASSAU COMEDY CONTEST

8 PM; doors 6 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, The Giggle Room, Levittown

Local comedians compete in Aragona’s Nassau comedy contest. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables. Add the performer you support in reservation notes.

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November 20–21

CLAYTON FLETCHER

Friday 8 PM; Saturday 7 PM | The Brokerage, Bellmore

Clayton Fletcher performs stand-up at The Brokerage. Ages 16+; ticket required and two-item minimum per person at tables.

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November 20–21

KEV HERRERA

Friday 8 PM; Saturday 7 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, Main Room, Levittown

Kev Herrera appears in a live comedy show. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables.

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Friday, November 20

MATT RIFE: STAY GOLDEN WORLD TOUR

8 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

Matt Rife brings his stand-up tour to Elmont. Ages 18+ / mature audience only; ticket required.

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Sports & Fitness

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Monday, November 16

LONG ISLAND NETS VS. DELAWARE

7 PM | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

The Long Island Nets host Delaware at Nassau Coliseum. Tickets required; use the official booking link for current availability.

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Tuesday, November 17

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the Columbus Blue Jackets at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Wednesday, November 18

LONG ISLAND NETS VS. DELAWARE

7 PM | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

The Long Island Nets host Delaware at Nassau Coliseum. Tickets required; use the official booking link for current availability.

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Friday, November 20

FLASH FRIDAY CLIMBING

5–10 PM | The Gravity Vault, Westbury

An evening climbing offer for adults and children. $20 day pass; rentals extra. Check the venue’s climbing requirements before visiting.

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Family & Kids

Tuesday, November 17

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT (MEMBERS ONLY)

10:30–11 AM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Museum members can join an interactive singalong and movement program. $3 per member child. Members only; ticket required.

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Wednesday, November 18

MINI MINGLE

11 AM–noon | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Children up to age 5 and their caregivers can explore guided play and meet other families. Free drop-in workshop; check museum admission. Ages up to 5 with caregivers.

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Saturday, November 21

PETE THE CAT

3–4 PM | Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, Port Washington

TheaterWorksUSA presents a musical based on the Pete the Cat books. $45; members $39, including restoration fee. Recommended for ages 4–9; ticket required.

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Saturday, November 21

STEM EXPLORERS: FESTIVE FALL SCIENCE

Noon–2 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Join the Green Teens for a seasonal science activity and a take-home craft. Included with museum admission. Ages 3+; drop-in program.

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Arts & Classes

Tuesday, November 17

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP WITH BARBARA NELSON

12:30–2 PM | Jericho Public Library, Meeting Room, Jericho

Adults with some knowledge of English can practice conversation in a small group. Jericho library cardholders only; registration and library card required. Register for the specific session.

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Wednesday, November 18

ASK THE TECH GUY

2–3 PM | Long Beach Public Library, Main Library, Long Beach

Bring a computer or mobile device for one-on-one help with technology questions. Adults and seniors; second-floor lobby. Check participation details with the library.

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Wednesday, November 18

LONG ISLAND HARMONICA CLUB WORKSHOP

7–8:45 PM | Massapequa Public Library, Bar Harbour, Massapequa Park

Beginners and experienced harmonica players can join Frank Ryan and the Long Island Harmonica Club. Adult program in Bar Harbour Kids Cove; consult the library for participation requirements.

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Wednesday, November 18

SILVER SCRIBBLERS: CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP

6:30–8:30 PM | Jericho Public Library, virtual program, Online

Older adults can develop personal stories, poetry and other writing with Sandy Kassimir. Virtual program; registration required and covers the series.

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Thursday, November 19

ALCOHOL INKS WITH VERA WORTHINGTON

11 AM–1:30 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Explore abstract art with alcohol inks. No experience needed; supplies included. $85 members; $100 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Friday, November 20

THE DISCOVERY OF DAVID MALTBIE: A REVOLUTIONARY WAR SPY

Noon–1:30 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Historian Claire Bellerjeau presents research about a Patriot spy captured on Long Island. Registration required; choose in-person or Zoom attendance. Lapham Meeting Room.

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Saturday, November 21

HANDMADE WATERCOLOR SKETCHBOOKS

10 AM–12:30 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Bind two sketchbooks with Paulin Tham. Materials provided; beginners welcome. $85 members; $100 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Community & More

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Thursday, November 19

BOOKS FOR DESSERT

7–8:30 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

An inclusive book club brings together adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For adults over 21 who live, work or attend a day program in or around Port Washington; contact the library about joining. Hagedorn Meeting Room.

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Thursday, November 19

OPEN MAHJONG (NON-INSTRUCTIONAL)

1–3 PM | Massapequa Public Library, Central Avenue, Massapequa

Adults who already play mahjong can join a small playing group. Registration required; limited space. Playing session without instruction.

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Thursday, November 19

WEEKLY MAHJONGG MEET-UP

7–8:45 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Adults can join an evening of mahjongg in the Mezzanine Meeting Room. Drop-in; capacity 16. Library has two sets, so players may need to bring additional sets and cards.

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Friday, November 20

WEEKLY SCRABBLE MEETUP

1–5 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Adults can drop in for Scrabble with other players. No registration required; Mezzanine Meeting Room.

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