Start the week with local programs, then explore holiday lights, seasonal celebrations and December’s first weekend of events.

Holiday Events & Places to Visit

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November 30–December 6

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 30–December 6

MAGIC OF LIGHTS AT JONES BEACH

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

Drive through illuminated holiday displays at Jones Beach. November 30 standard-car ticket: $22; check December prices and fees. Purchase the ticket valid for your visit date and vehicle type.

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November 30–December 6

PICTURES WITH SANTA AT HICKS

Mon–Fri 1–4 PM and 5–8 PM; Sat–Sun 10 AM–1 PM and 2–6 PM | Hicks Nurseries, Seasonal Decor, Westbury

Bring your camera for a visit and photograph with Santa. Free. Bring your own camera.

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December 1–5

THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!

Dec 1–4: 10:15 AM & noon; Dec 5: 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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December 3–6

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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Friday, December 4

KENNEDY PLAZA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

Time not yet announced; check city calendar before visiting | Kennedy Plaza, Long Beach

The city’s annual tree lighting brings holiday festivities to Kennedy Plaza. Check the city calendar for the start time before visiting.

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December 4–6

TCHAIKOVSKY’S NUTCRACKER BALLET

Friday 7 PM; Saturday 5 PM; Sunday 3 PM | Madison Theatre at Molloy University, Rockville Centre

Leggz Ltd. Dance and the RVC Guild for the Arts present the ballet with the South Shore Symphony. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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December 5–6

FESTIVAL OF GAMES

10 AM–5 PM each day | Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City

Play retro arcade and console games and shop for games, toys, comics and collectibles. Tickets required; organizer says pricing details are forthcoming. Library museum passes are not accepted.

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Saturday, December 5

PORT HOLIDAY MAGIC: SANTA’S MAGICAL VILLAGE

Village 11 AM-2 PM; Santa noon-2 PM; party bus 1-5 PM; Sing, Sip & Stroll 2-5 PM | Landmark Gym and participating Main Street businesses, Port Washington

Meet local nonprofits and Santa during Port Washington’s Giving Saturday program. Santa photos and bus free; participating drink samples $2 per pour. Check the official page and Try Port First app for locations and offerings.

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Sunday, December 6

BLUE VELVO, RAY LAMBIASE AND THE TIN KICKERS

7–10 PM | My Father’s Place at The Roslyn, Roslyn

Original holiday music and guest performers support a benefit for St. Jude. $43 advance, including service fees. Tickets required; seating is first come, first served. The venue lists a $10 increase on the day of the show.

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Sunday, December 6

DARLENE LOVE: LOVE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

7–9 PM | Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, Port Washington

Darlene Love performs her seasonal concert. Standard $79.50; select $91.50; premium $102.50, including fees; member rates available. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Sunday, December 6

LONG BEACH GRAND MENORAH LIGHTING

Time not yet announced; check city calendar before visiting | Kennedy Plaza, Long Beach

Join the city’s grand menorah lighting during Hanukkah. Check the city’s event updates for the start time and program.

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Music & Shows

Tuesday, December 1

THE POLECATS

8–10 PM | My Father’s Place at The Roslyn, Roslyn

The Polecats perform with guests Gene Casey and the Lone Sharks. $43 advance, including service fees. Tickets required; seating is first come, first served. The venue lists a $10 increase on the day of the show.

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Friday, December 4

FOUR WAY STREET

8–10 PM | My Father’s Place at The Roslyn, Roslyn

Four Way Street performs a tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. $53 advance. Tickets required; seating is first come, first served. The venue lists a $10 increase on the day of the show.

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December 4–6

HOFSTRA FALL STUDENT REP

Friday 7 PM; Saturday and Sunday 2 PM | Hofstra University, Joan and Donald Schaeffer Black Box Theater in Joseph G. Shapiro Family Hall, Hempstead

Students present acting, directing and dance work in a campus festival. Consult Hofstra’s official season and ticket page for admission arrangements.

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Saturday, December 5

DAYSHIFT

5–9 PM; doors 5 PM | Mulcahy’s, Wantagh

DJs play music from the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s at an early-evening dance party. Admission is 21 and older; the promotion is aimed at a 30-plus audience.

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Saturday, December 5

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK

8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury

Engelbert Humperdinck 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, December 5

RAEL

8 PM | The Space at Westbury, Westbury

Rael performs at The Space at Westbury. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Sunday, December 6

PHANTOM’S FAVORITE DIVAS

3 PM | Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, Concert Hall, Garden City

Jeremy Stolle and fellow Broadway performers present songs in a 1940s-style radio-show setting. Tickets required through the university’s Register link; cast is subject to change.

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Comedy

Friday, December 4

ARIES SPEARS

8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury

Comedian Aries Spears performs his stand-up show. Every attendee needs a ticket, regardless of age. Parking and lounge upgrades are separate from concert admission.

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Sports & Fitness

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Tuesday, December 1

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. FLORIDA PANTHERS

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

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

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Friday, December 4

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, December 4

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. SAN JOSE SHARKS

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the San Jose Sharks at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Family & Kids

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Monday, November 30

BABY PLAYDATE

10–11 AM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Babies and caregivers can try age-appropriate play and exploration activities. Ages 6–17 months with caregiver; library card and registration required, opening November 16 at 9 AM. Register children only.

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Tuesday, December 1

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, December 2

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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Arts & Classes

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Wednesday, December 2

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, December 2

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, December 3

ESOL HIGH BEGINNER CLASS

9:30–11 AM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Practice English in a high-beginner class with Laura. Mezzanine Meeting Room; contact the library about enrollment.

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Thursday, December 3

MASTER PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING STUDY

10 AM–1 PM | The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve, Manhasset

Study a master portrait with Helene Balzarini. Prior oil-painting experience recommended. $120 members; $155 nonmembers. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Friday, December 4

THE BAUHAUS AT 100: ART, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

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

Dennis Raverty explores the Bauhaus school's art, architecture and design legacy. Adult program; register for in-person or Zoom attendance starting November 2 at 9 AM. Lapham Meeting Room.

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Saturday, December 5

BAROQUE OIL PAINTING TECHNIQUES

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

Start a two-session workshop with Hannah Delellis. The second session is December 12. $185 members; $220 nonmembers for both sessions. Advance registration required; review the supply list.

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Community & More

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Wednesday, December 2

COMMUNITY LEGAL HELP

1–3 PM | Long Beach Public Library, Main Library, Long Beach

Low-income Nassau County residents can seek limited legal advice and assistance. Free. Registration required, opening November 25 at 6:30 PM; first-floor program room. Call 516-281-7422 for information or an attorney appointment.

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Wednesday, December 2

NY STATE OF HEALTH ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE

1–3 PM | Long Beach Public Library, Main Library, Long Beach

Speak with a health insurance enrollment assistor about comparing coverage options. Registration required, opening November 25 at 6:30 PM; second-floor program room.

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Thursday, December 3

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, December 3

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, December 4

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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