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Reshma Pharsi and Yuvraj Singh stayed connected while enjoying the carnival rides at the Nassau County Strawberry Festival last year.

Hundreds of Long Islanders are set to gather in North Bellmore this weekend at the Nassau County Strawberry Festival, sponsored by the Bellmore Lions and Kiwanis clubs. more

By Julie Mansmann | 5/28/14

Michael Nesmith, Mickey Dolenz and Peter Tork bring their Monkees reunion tour to The Paramount on May 25.

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... AftermodernisM Spring 2014This exhibition illustrates a broad range of styles spanning non-objective abstraction. Featured artists include Michael Bevilacqua, James Busby and … more

5/21/14

Bring a blanket and chair and settle in for a glorious weekend of music at the annual festival devoted to Mozart.

A gardenful of Mozart

Those stirring sounds of Mozart fill the air this weekend, at the family-friendly festival. more

5/21/14

Merrick Road was the third deadliest road, with seven fatalities. Above, Merrick Road in Merrick

Once again, L.I. roads make deadliest list

Roughly 200 pedestrians were killed on Long Island streets from 2010 to 2012, according to “The Region’s Most Dangerous Roads for Walking,” a report produced by the Tri-State Transportation Campaign, a non-profit organization committed to decreasing pedestrian fatalities. Eighty-eight died on Nassau County streets. more

By Kimberly Charles | 5/15/14

Scooby and the gang are ready for a new adventure when "Scooby Doo Live" visits the NYCB Theatre at Westbury on Saturday.

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... AftermodernisM Spring 2014This exhibition illustrates a broad range of styles spanning non-objective abstraction. Featured artists include Michael Bevilacqua, James Busby and … more

5/14/14

More than 7,000 runners participated in the Long Island Marathon’s various races last weekend, including the 13.1 half marathon, pictured above.

Thousands compete in L.I.’s biggest race

Runners wound their way through Central Nassau streets last weekend, as more than 7,000 took part in the Long Island Marathon events. The full marathon began in Uniondale and concluded in East Meadow’s Eisenhower Park. more

By David Weingrad | 5/7/14

Be transported to a magical, wonderful world in the BroadHollow Theatre Company’s staging of “The Drowsy Chaperone,” now playing in Elmont.

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... AftermodernisM Spring 2014This exhibition illustrates a broad range of styles spanning non-objective abstraction. Featured artists include Michael Bevilacqua, James Busby and … more

5/7/14

Williams fired as LIRR president

Helena Williams, president of the Long Island Rail Road, was fired from her position on Wednesday, in the midst of bitter contract negotiations with LIRR union workers. Williams, who has served as … more

By Emily Webb | 5/1/14

Follow the adventures of best friends Frog and Toad in this peppy musical based on the popular book series, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, at Long Island Children's Museum on Saturday.

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... AftermodernisM Spring 2014This exhibition illustrates a broad range of styles spanning non-objective abstraction. Featured artists include Michael Bevilacqua, James Busby and … more

4/30/14

John Brownell was the MVP of the Atlantic League Championship Series last season and went 3-0 in the playoffs after winning nine regular-season games for the Ducks.

Ducks celebrating 15th season

A family of four or more can still enjoy a night at the ballpark without breaking the bank. The Long Island Ducks, celebrating their 15th season and looking to become the first team in Atlantic League of Professional Baseball history to capture three straight championships, offer field box seats for a $12, free parking, and a promotional giveaway at nearly every game. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 4/29/14