Name: Walking with Whitman
Start: 2026-05-14T19:00:00-04:00

An evening of poetry with Angelo Verga and Linda Opyr with musical guest Josie Bello.
Walt Whitman Birthplace Association (WWBA) presents Walking With Whitman: Poetry in Performance, hosted by Writer-in-Residence George Wallace.
The signature series, now in its 16th season, continues to bring the most intriguing figures in contemporary literature on the national scene paired with local poets on the Walt Whitman stage.
On Thursday, May 14, poets Angelo Verga and Linda Opyr will perform their poetry; musical guest Josie Bello will perform as well.

Local Event: Walking with Whitman

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Walking with Whitman

An evening of poetry with Angelo Verga and Linda Opyr with musical guest Josie Bello.
Walt Whitman Birthplace Association...

Besito Mexican Restaurant - Huntington NY

We’re celebrating ALL week long with 5 Days of Giveaways — May 1st through May 5th! Each day, one lucky winner will score a $75 Besito gift card + exclusive swag. That’s 5 chances to win big! 🌮
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✨ Complimentary Patron Tequila tasting from 3PM–6PM
✨ Festive food + drink specials all day
✨ Besito West Islip opens early at 12PM
Come sip, dine, and celebrate the Besito way — with favorites like our made to order guac, queso fundido, and handcrafted margaritas 🥑
Head to our IG to learn how to enter + don’t wait—make your reservations today!

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The Shed Restaurant - Huntington NY

Mom 🤍 She'd Rather Be In The Shed! Mother’s Day Weekend&nbsp;🌸 Celebrate With Great Food, Drinks,&nbsp;&amp; Amazing Service In The Shed Restaurants! Our NY Patios Are Open&nbsp;☀️ We’re Serving All Your Shed Brunch,Lunch, &amp; Dinner Favorites Plus Chef’s Specials! We Cannot Wait to Celebrate Mom With You! 

Need A Gift Mom Will Love?&nbsp;💕Give Her A Shed Gift Card! In-Store Physical Cards &amp; E-Gift Cards Available!&nbsp;

Local Event: Mother's Day Weekend In The Shed Restaurants 

Mother's Day Weekend In The Shed Restaurants 

Mom 🤍 She'd Rather Be In The Shed! Mother’s Day Weekend 🌸 Celebrate With Great Food, Drinks, & Amazing Service In The Shed...

Tell Mom ’She Guacs’ 🥑 This Mother’s Day Sunday May 10th with Brunch &amp; Dinner At Besito Mexican Restaurants
Reserve Now for Mother’s Day Weekend: Fri. May 8th - Sun. May 10th

Our Beautiful Patios Our Open ☀️
Enjoy Our Brunch Menu Sunday + Full Menu , Speciality Cocktails &amp; Incredible Chef’s Specials
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Local Event: Mother's Day Weekend At Besito Mexican Restaurants 

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Tell Mom ’She Guacs’ 🥑 This Mother’s Day Sunday May 10th with Brunch & Dinner At Besito Mexican Restaurants
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Join us for an evening of food, conversation, and connection at our Democracy Dinner, presented by the <a href="https://huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Huntington Historical Society</a> and <a href="https://heckscher.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Heckscher Museum of Art</a>!
Inspired by the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the Museum’s 100th Anniversary of Eclipse of the Sun by George Grosz, this community gathering brings people from all walks of life together around a shared table for an open and welcoming dialogue on democracy, liberty, freedom, civic participation, and freedom of expression.
Artists from this year’s <a href="https://heckscher.org/justpowers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Just Powers: Long Island Biennial 2026</a> exhibition will join as special guests, helping to spark conversation by sharing how these ideas shape their work and creative practices and offering a unique perspective at the intersection of art and civic life.
The evening will feature catering by Gingerbites, a local restaurant serving Haitian cuisine rooted in rich cultural traditions. With Haitian Flag Day (May 18) just days later, the menu offers a meaningful connection to themes of unity, resistance, and pride, highlighting how culture and shared experience can bring people together and deepen conversations around inclusion and belonging.
Whether you are deeply engaged in these topics or simply curious, we warmly welcome you to participate in thoughtful exchange and community building. All are welcome!

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Celebrate Asian American &amp; Pacific Islander Heritage Month by discovering the Long Island whaleship that ended Japan’s 200-year isolation and rewrote the map of global history! Craft your own stunning ocean-inspired origami scene on a wooden base. Sip on a refreshing Japanese plum cocktail or mocktail as you craft your masterpiece! 

$25 Member; $35 Participant

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The Heckscher Museum of Art

The Long Island Biennial, now in its ninth iteration, deepens connections between artists across Nassau and Suffolk counties and their communities. The exhibition uses the Declaration of Independence (1776) and George Grosz’s masterpiece of political art, Eclipse of the Sun (1926), as touchstones for thinking about power, national ideals, and public life. The Declaration of Independence set forth aspirational principles of liberty and equality, although its promises remain incomplete. A century and a half later, George Grosz’s searing painting exposed the corruption he saw at the heart of modern society. From an open call that attracted nearly six hundred submissions, the guest jurors selected 73 works by 69 artists that respond to these cultural and political legacies. Just Powers brings together the work of Long Island artists with diverse perspectives to reveal how democratic ideals are interpreted, challenged, and reimagined today.
 Just Powers was juried by Tripoli Patterson, founder and owner, Tripoli Gallery; photographer Andreas Rentsch, Associate Professor of Photography and Chair of the Art Department, Lycoming College; and Dr. Lauren Rosati, Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art. It was curated by Dr. Meredith A. Brown, Consulting Curator of Contemporary Art, The Heckscher Museum of Art.

Local Event: Just Powers: Long Island Biennial 2026

Just Powers: Long Island Biennial 2026

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Huntington Public Library

Vivi A-Z - Book Release. Join us for a fun and creative event with author and artist Angela Classi as she introduces her delightful picture book, Vivi A-Z! Original illustrations from the book will be displayed in the auditorium, where kids and families can enjoy a playful eye-spy adventure while exploring the artwork.Come meet the author, discover the magic of the library, and celebrate stories, art, and imagination together! Perfect for children, families, and anyone who loves books and creativity.



Light refreshments will be provided.

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Long Island&rsquo;s social enterprise sock company, co-founded by a young man with Down syndrome, marks eight years of supporting students on the autism spectrum.
John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks, the Long Island-based social enterprise and world&rsquo;s largest sock store, has opened applications for its Eighth Annual &ldquo;Autism Can Do&rdquo; Scholarship. Co-sponsored by the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, the scholarship awards up to $2,000 to individuals on the autism spectrum pursuing higher education or vocational training. Applications are due by June 30, 2026.
Now in its eighth year, the scholarship has supported students across the United States in pursuing careers in graphic design, film, music, engineering, and more. Since the program launched in 2019, first-place winners have attended schools and programs in Arkansas, Massachusetts, California, New York, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania&mdash;a testament to the national reach of a scholarship born right here on Long Island.
<h2>How to Apply</h2>
The scholarship is open to U.S. residents on the autism spectrum who have graduated high school or will graduate this year. Applicants submit three things&mdash;no artistic training required:
&bull;A short application form
&bull;A brief personal statement
&bull;An original sock design
<h2>This Year&rsquo;s Prizes</h2>
&bull;First Place: $2,000 scholarship &mdash; plus the winning sock design will be produced and sold by John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks, with 10% of sales donated to autism-related charities
&bull;Second Place: $1,000 scholarship
&ldquo;Many of my colleagues at John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks are on the autism spectrum, and I see every day how talented and hardworking they are,&rdquo; said John Cronin, Co-Founder and Chief Happiness Officer of John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks. &ldquo;This scholarship is our way of celebrating what people with autism can do and helping someone take the next step toward their dream.&rdquo;
&ldquo;We know what people with autism can achieve and we want to help others reach their fullest potential,&rdquo; said Nick Savarese, Executive Director of the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. &ldquo;We are proud to co-sponsor this scholarship for the eighth year running.&rdquo;
The Autism Can Do Scholarship is part of John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks&rsquo; Giving Back Program, which has donated over $800,000 to charity partners including the Special Olympics, the National Down Syndrome Society, and the Autism Society of America. More than half of the company&rsquo;s employees have a differing ability, and many are on the autism spectrum.
&ldquo;This scholarship exists because of our customers,&rdquo; said Mark X. Cronin, Co-Founder and CEO of John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks. &ldquo;Every pair of socks they buy makes programs like this possible. Together, we are creating opportunities and spreading happiness.&rdquo;
Applications for the 2026 Autism Can Do Scholarship are available at <a href="https://johnscrazysocks.com/pages/autism-can-do-scholarship" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">johnscrazysocks.com/pages/autism-can-do-scholarship</a>. The deadline is June 30, 2026. Winners will be announced in July 2026.

About John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks
John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks was inspired by John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his love of colorful and fun socks&mdash;what he calls his &ldquo;crazy socks.&rdquo; He and his father, Mark X. Cronin, started the company as a social enterprise with a mission of Spreading Happiness&trade;. With more than 4,000 styles of socks, John&rsquo;s Crazy Socks is now the world&rsquo;s largest sock store. More than half their employees have a differing ability, and their Giving Back program has donated over $800,000 to charity partners. For more information, visit JohnsCrazySocks.com or call 631-760-5625.
About the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism
The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism has a mission to help people and families affected by autism live life to the fullest. The Foundation works to create a world where people with autism lead productive lives where they are included, respected, and actively engaged in their communities. Learn more at flutiefoundation.org.

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