Belmont Stakes, Pride Event, Wet Paint Festival: LI Weekend Picks

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Earth Day 5K, Drive-In Concert, Craft Fair: LI Weekend Picks

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Boo-wiing Party, Spooky Walk, Pet Parade: LI Weekend Picks

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Long Island Fair, DogFest, Maritime Festival: LI Weekend Picks

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Peach Festival, Garden Party, Seafood Festival: LI Weekend Picks

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5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Dates For Famous Food Festival Announced

The popular food festival will be returning once again this summer.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

John F. Kennedy Students Spread Love

Students distributed roses & smiles to seniors

North Babylon Boy Scout Troop 399 Celebrates Scout Sunday

Mass at St. Paul's Reformed Church in North Babylon celebrates the birthday of the Boy Scouts.

Martin Luther King Boy’s Soccer Tournament

Sign up your team for Pro Game’s Second-Annual Martin Luther King Boy’s Soccer Tournament

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

Eagle Scout Project Benefits Beloved Children's Garden

Project beautifies the Marion G. Vedder Elementary Children's Garden

Four Generations Celebrate Eagle Scout Award

Kevin Neumann, Troop 399’s 59th Eagle Scout

JFK Monster Mash

Dancing the night away

Suffolk Marathon, Halloween Parade, Spooky Walk: LI Weekend Picks

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What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Beach Blast Fun

Ice Cream Blast!

Pride Festival, Belmont Stakes, Pour Fest: LI Weekend Picks

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SUSA Academy Is Recruiting Women For A Semipro Soccer Team

The team, which will be part of the Women's Premier Soccer League, will play at SUSA's new $12M complex opening in spring 2019. [SPONSORED]

100 Best Places in New York to Raise a Family

Where’s the best place to raise a family in New York? New rankings offer insights on the top 100 places. Do you agree?

Enrollment Now Open for YMCA Boulton Center Performing Arts Summer Camps

The YMCA of Long Island is offering summer camps for children interested in theater including acting, song and dance.

New York One of the Worst States to Have a Baby, Report Says

The Empire State is ranked in the bottom 10 on WalletHub's "Best and Worst States to Have a Baby" survey. Surprised?

What Are New York's Top Baby Names?

These were the top baby names registered with the Social Security Administration last year by NY parents. Did your kid's name make the list?

Long Island is 2nd Most Expensive Place in U.S. to Raise a Family

Would you leave Long Island if you could? Take our poll. (It's pretty one-sided so far)

Family Picnic at Phelps Lane, North Babylon

Family picnic--Phelps Lane--under 10 free--Brumidi Lodge

Grucci Fireworks, Free Concert at Pennysaver Amphitheater Saturday

Get there plenty early if you're going as the venue fills up fast.

100 'Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New York' List Released

Did your community make the cut?

May Crowning at Saints Cyril and Methodius School

SSCM students honor the Blessed Virgin Mary at their May Crowning.

Great South Bay YMCA Camp Open House

Discounts and Dates for Summer Camp

Great South Bay YMCA Holds "Sunday is Fun-Day" Event

YMCA Opens its Doors to Entire Community

Boy Scout Troop 399 Welcomed New Cub Scouts

New Cub Scouts Bridge Over to North Babylon's Troop 399

Boy Scout Troop 399 Participated in Scout Sunday

Boy Scout Troop 399 participated in Scout Sunday: A Scout is Reverent

73 Years of Marriage, Winning Lottery Ticket, Daytona 500

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

A Unique 100th Day Celebration

Saints Cyril and Methodius School hosts a food drive contest to support Parish Outreach's Food Pantry.

Valentine's Day and Heart Healthy Fundraiser

Students at Saints Cyril and Methodius School in Deer Park take heart in fun and charitable ways.

Good News: Former LI Hairdresser Wins $1M, Mickey Mouse Dance Battle, LI Native in 'American Idol' Top 24

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Good News: NBA Event, Grammy Awards, Powerball

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Black History Month kicked off at Saints Cyril and Methodius

Students at SSCM studying the central role of African Americans in U.S. history during Black History Month

Good News: Crossing Guard Retires After 40 Years, Contest Winner, New MFA Film Program

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Good News: Scholarship, Honors, Saving Lives

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Good News: Aiming for Olympics, Soccer Player Heading to Pros, Intel Finalist

Patch brings you Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Theater Arts at Saints Cyril and Methodius School

Saints Cyril and Methodius Elementary School students deliver an excellent adaptation of Reginald Rose's Twelve Angry Men

2nd Annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics New York

Saturday, March 21, 2015 at TOBAY Beach – Ocean Parkway

Paint Your Way to Better Brain Function

Saints Cyril and Methodius students paint their way to improved brain activity.