Monster Truck 'Glow Party' Comes To Nassau Coliseum In January

Get your tickets now for the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party.

Water Lantern Festival Coming To Eisenhower Park This Weekend

You can get tickets now for the unique event, and send your own water lantern out onto the lake.

Navy Helicopter Landing At Eisenhower Park As Part Of Fleet Week

Families can watch a team rappel from the helicopter, and then tour the two machines this weekend.

Jurassic Quest Dinosaur Exhibit Roars Into Nassau Coliseum

You can get tickets now for this prehistoric exhibition, which runs Feb. 19-21.

5 Things To Do With Your Kids This Winter Around East Meadow

Keep kids of all ages busy this winter with activities in and around East Meadow.

The Great Pine Railway Comes To Old Westbury Garden

The huge model train exhibit features scaled Long Island landmarks and hundreds of feet of track.

Lights Go Out For Holiday Show At Jones Beach On Sunday

Jones Beach’s popular Magic of Lights show was extended this holiday season, but wraps up for another year this Sunday, Jan. 10.

Nassau County Screening Free Drive-In Movies In August

The films are a way for families to get out of the house in a safe, socially distanced way.

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.

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!

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?

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.

Mags&Munchies and More Program Helps Girl Scouts Learn and Earn

Girl Scouts of Nassau County Learn Business Basics While Giving Back

This is the Year of the Girl Scout!

Join the Girl Scouts of Nassau County as they Celebrate their Centennial Anniversary

KidsFest: Let the Fun Begin at Old Westbury Gardens

Over a Thousand Guests Attend Family-Friendly Science Event

Cradle-Con Pop Culture Event Focuses on Ultimate Fan Experience

New progressive comic, collectible and pop culture event for fans, by fans. Cosplay Contests, Retro Gaming, Jedi Training, Artist Alley

Nassau County Fireworks Celebration Set For June 30

Celebrate the holiday with a world-class Grucci Fireworks show.

Long Island's Largest Pet Costume Contest Returns This Weekend

The Annual Nassau Barkfest will award prizes to the most cleverly costumed canines.

Annual Summer Festival & Raffle Auction on Saturday, September 2

All are welcome!

Free Movie Nights Return To Eisenhower Park

Enjoy a film with your family under the stars each week. We have the full list of showings.

Vacation Bible School

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church will host the 2017 VBS with the theme “Take Me to the Water” from July 24 to July 28.

Marine, Navy Helicopters To Land At Eisenhower Park Saturday

The event, part of Fleet Week 2017, will give families a chance to get up close to the impressive fliers.

Ice Center Creates New Islanders Girls Hockey Academy

Girls 10 and under will have the chance to learn the basics of the game and play. All for free.

Annual Touch-A-Truck Returns April 29

Kids of all ages will have a chance to interact with vehicles they usually can't get close to.

Long Island's Best Sledding Spots

Enjoy the snow this weekend at these favorite spots, and share your own great locations.

Vacation Bible School from July 25 to July 29

A journey through the Holy Land in the time of Jesus

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

Not a surprise, but still pretty depressing.

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

Did your community make the cut?

Eisenhower Park Family Festival

International Food Court - Thrill Rides & Kiddy Rides - Games - Come, bring your whole family, free admission!

28th Annual Strawberry Festival Kicks Off Thursday

Carnival rides, games, a Frankie Valli tribute, and, of course, strawberries are on tap for this festival in Bellmore.

73 Years of Marriage, Winning Lottery Ticket, Daytona 500

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

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

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Purim Fundraiser To Be Held in Memory of Two Tiny Superheroes from Bellmore

East Meadow Jewish Center's Sisterhood and YAD are hosting the 4th Annual "Purim Party with a Purpose"

Good News: NBA Event, Grammy Awards, Powerball

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

41st Annual Hofstra for Hempstead Dinner Set for March

Honorees to be awarded Unispan Award at annual dinner that is held annually to commemorate the bond between Hofstra and Hempstead.

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

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Nominate an Extraordinary Nassau Woman

Nassau County collecting nominations ahead of Women's History Month celebration in March.

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.

Hannon Proposes Blood Donor, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Blood donor proposition passed unanimously, cervical cancer proposition up for proclamation by governor.

Support for Olympic Coach, Honors for AMT, Message in A Bottle

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

AMT Who Evacuated Dunkin' Donuts During CO Leak Honored

Joseph Biundo bought his own carbon monoxide detector and evacuated Carle Place shop after leak.

41 Years Later, Message in a Bottle Discovered on Jones Beach

German man found bottle at Jones Beach 41 years after it was thrown from a fishing boat in Scotland.