Choose from fall outings, live performances, family programs and local fairs. Restaurant Week continues through Sunday, November 8.

Holiday Events & Places to Visit

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November 2–6

THE INN THANKSGIVING FOOD COLLECTION

Weekdays 9 AM-2 PM; drop-off deadline Nov 13 | Mary Brennan INN soup kitchen, Hempstead

Bring Thanksgiving food or assemble side-dish bags for guests of The INN. Donations. Follow the 2026 flyer’s requested-item list; no glass; online-order deadline November 6.

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Tuesday, November 3

ROCK THE VOTE

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

Children can learn about voting by choosing the next mayor of the museum's Hive Studio. Included with museum admission. Ages 2+; drop-in activity takes about five minutes.

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Wednesday, November 4

VETS TOWN HALL

7–9 PM | Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City

Veterans can share their experiences of service while community members listen. Free. RSVP requested; all eras of military service welcome. Listening event without a question-and-answer period or debate.

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November 6–7

BAYVILLE LIGHTS OUT FRIGHT NIGHTS

Nov 6, 8-10:30 PM; Nov 7, 8-11 PM | Bayville Scream Park, Bayville

Navigate the haunted attractions with a glow stick during the park’s dark finale. Timed tickets required; check age guidance and current prices.

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November 7–8

EISENHOWER PARK CHRISTMAS CRAFT & GIFT FAIR

10 AM-4 PM each day | Eisenhower Park, Field 8, East Meadow

Shop craft and gift vendors at an outdoor holiday fair. Free admission. Outdoor event; check organizer cancellation updates.

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November 7–8

SNOWFLAKE SOCK SKATING OPENING WEEKEND

Saturday noon–2 PM; Sunday 1–3 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Celebrate opening weekend with a moving-skater craft and a pom-pom snowball popper. Included with museum admission. Ages 2+; drop-in craft activities take about 10 minutes.

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Sunday, November 8

UVO VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

10 AM | Eisenhower Park Veterans Memorial Plaza, East Meadow

Join the United Veterans Organization’s county Veterans Day ceremony. Check the county event page for updates.

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Festivals & Fairs

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Saturday, November 7

GARDEN CITY COMMUNITY CHURCH AMERICANA FAIR

10 AM-3 PM | Garden City Community Church, Garden City

Visit the church’s annual community fair. Free admission. Open to all; purchases extra.

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Music & Shows

Wednesday, November 4

JENNA MATE: FIND YOUR LIGHT

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

Singer and composer Jenna Mate performs an afternoon program. Free. Registration link provided by Landmark.

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Thursday, November 5

RUBY LAKS

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

Jazz vocalist and drummer Ruby Laks performs with her ensemble. Tickets required; confirm current seat availability with the official box office.

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Friday, November 6

AN EVENING WITH JASON ISBELL

7:30 PM | Tilles Center, Concert Hall, Brookville

Jason Isbell performs a solo concert. Tickets required; confirm current seat availability with the official box office.

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Friday, November 6

ANUEL AA

8 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

Anuel AA performs at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Friday, November 6

DYLAN SCOTT

8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury

Country singer Dylan Scott performs in Westbury. Every attendee needs a ticket, regardless of age. Parking and lounge upgrades are separate from concert admission.

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Saturday, November 7

JOURNEY: FINAL FRONTIER TOUR

7:30 PM; doors 6 PM | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

Journey performs on its Final Frontier tour. Tickets required; use the official booking link for current availability.

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Saturday, November 7

THE BRASS-A-HOLICS: LANDMARK GALA CONCERT

8–10 PM | Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, Port Washington

The New Orleans band combines brass-band music with go-go funk. Concert only $46 including restoration fee. Concert-only tickets are separate from gala party and sponsorship packages.

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Sunday, November 8

GERSHWIN’S AN AMERICAN IN PARIS

3 PM | Tilles Center, Krasnoff Theater, Brookville

Five pianists perform a two-piano program that includes Gershwin, Mozart and Chopin. Tickets required; confirm current seat availability with the official box office.

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Comedy

Wednesday, November 4

SAM TALLENT

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

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

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Thursday, November 5

ALL-STAR COMEDY SHOW

8 PM; doors 6 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 6

ANGELO COLINA (EN ESPAÑOL)

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

Angelo Colina (En Español) appears in a live comedy show. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables. Spanish-language show.

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November 6–7

JIM MCCUE

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

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

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November 6–7

YANNIS PAPPAS

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

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

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Saturday, November 7

THE SWEET AND SOUR CHICKS WITH ESTHER KU AND KIKI YEUNG

7:30 PM; doors 5:30 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, The Giggle Room, Levittown

The Sweet and Sour Chicks with Esther Ku and Kiki Yeung appears in a live comedy show. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables.

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Sunday, November 8

FELICIA & KALLIOPE

7 PM; doors 5 PM | The Brokerage, Bellmore

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

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Sunday, November 8

SUNDAY NIGHT FUNNIES

7 PM; doors 5:30 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, Main Room, Levittown

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

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Sports & Fitness

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Thursday, November 5

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. CAROLINA HURRICANES

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the Carolina Hurricanes at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Thursday, November 5

OWL PROWL FOR ADULTS

7:30-9 PM | Sands Point Preserve, Sands Point

Learn to identify owls before a quiet guided night walk through the woods. $20 member adult; $25 nonmember adult; parking and fees included. Adults only; limited space and advance registration required.

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Friday, November 6

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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Friday, November 6

OWL PROWL FOR FAMILIES

7-8:30 PM | Sands Point Preserve, Sands Point

Families learn owl identification and search for nighttime wildlife on a guided walk. Members: $20 adult, $7 child; nonmembers: $25 adult, $12 child; parking and fees included. Children ages 8 and up; limited space and advance registration required.

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Saturday, November 7

CLASSIC APPLE PIE 5K

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

Run or walk a 5K and receive a mini apple pie after finishing. $38.98 including processing fee at the current published rate. Registration required; rain or shine.

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Saturday, November 7

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. NEW JERSEY DEVILS

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the New Jersey Devils at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Family & Kids

Tuesday, November 3

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 4

DINOSAUR EGGS (SESSION 1)

5:30–6:30 PM | Levittown Public Library, Levittown

Children can make soap eggs with a dinosaur surprise inside. Grades K–5; registration and library card required, opening October 28 at 6 PM. Children attend without an adult.

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Wednesday, November 4

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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Thursday, November 5

FAMILY PAJAMA STORYTIME

7–7:45 PM | Levittown Public Library, Levittown

Families with children ages 3–6 can share a bedtime story program in their pajamas. Register all adults and siblings; library card required. Registration opens October 29 at 6 PM; caregivers participate and children may not be dropped off.

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Friday, November 6

BABY & ME STORYTIME

10–10:45 AM | Levittown Public Library, Levittown

Babies and a caregiver can enjoy stories, music, movement and social play. Birth–18 months with one adult; combined registration covers both sessions. Library card required; registration opens October 30 at noon.

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Friday, November 6

SNACKS BY THE DECADES

6–7 PM | Levittown Public Library, Levittown

Children in grades K–5 can taste and rate snacks from different decades. Grades K–5; registration and library card required, opening October 30 at 6 PM. Children attend without an adult; food allergens may be present.

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Sunday, November 8

DISNEY DESCENDANTS, ZOMBIES & CAMP ROCK: WORLDS COLLIDE CONCERT TOUR

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The concert tour combines music from Disney’s Descendants, Zombies and Camp Rock. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Arts & Classes

Tuesday, November 3

BLICK PRODUCT DEMO & FRAMING WORKSHOP

5–7 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Try watercolor materials and learn framing techniques with Jay Stuart. Supplies included. $5 members; $10 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Tuesday, November 3

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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Tuesday, November 3

SUPERINTENDENT'S CONFERENCE DAY

9 AM–3 PM | Nassau County Museum of Art, Roslyn Harbor

K–12 teachers can explore the Tiffany exhibition and learn museum-based teaching strategies. $150 per person. Registration required; open to K–12 teachers of all subjects. Fee includes breakfast and supplies; six CTLE hours upon completion.

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Wednesday, November 4

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 4

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 5

CRICUT FOR THE PERPLEXED

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

See how Cricut machines, tools and Design Space can be used for craft projects. Registration required; demonstration in The Lab.

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Friday, November 6

AUTUMNAL MIXED MEDIA WATERCOLOR

11 AM–3 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Experiment with watercolor and mixed media with Lois Bender. All levels welcome. $120 members; $155 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Saturday, November 7

GLASS ETCHING WITH ELIZABETH RAMJIT

Noon–2 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Create personalized etched designs. Bring up to three suitable glass items. $70 members; $90 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Food & Drink

November 2–8

LONG ISLAND RESTAURANT WEEK: NASSAU DINING

Participating service hours; Saturday offers until 7 PM | Participating Nassau County restaurants, Nassau County

Choose a local prix-fixe meal from the official Nassau restaurant list. Dinner $30, $40 or $48; two-course lunch $25 where offered. Menus and participation vary by restaurant; reserve directly.

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Community & More

Wednesday, November 4

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: AUTHOR SCOTT REICH

7–8:15 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Scott Reich discusses One Day in September and the history behind an early baseball all-star gathering. Registration required; Lapham Meeting Room. Books available for purchase and signing.

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Thursday, November 5

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 5

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 5

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 6

THE INN LUNCHEON

Networking 10:30 AM-noon; program and lunch noon-2 PM | Garden City Hotel, Garden City

The annual fundraiser honors Alex and Joel Lipsky with a community-service award. Tickets required; use the organizer’s tickets and sponsorship link.

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Friday, November 6

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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Saturday, November 7

FREE HOME FIRE SAFETY VISITS

By registered appointment; time not published | Participating residents’ homes, Port Washington area

Trained volunteers install smoke detectors and perform home fire-safety checks. Free. Advance registration required; limited space; soundthealarm.org/LI or 1-877-733-2767.

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