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Eisenhower Park’s lakeside 9/11 Memorial served as the site of an informal candlelight vigil on Monday night, hours after President Barack Obama announced the death of Osama bin Laden, the architect of the attacks on America on Sept. 11, 2001.

Residents remember 9/11 at Eisenhower Park

President Barack Obama’s Sunday night announcement of the death of Osama bin Laden, the al Qaeda leader and architect of the 9/11 attacks, set the stage for a Monday mixed with reflection, remembrance and celebration. more

5/2/11

County Executive Ed Mangano announced the schedule for International Music Nights Month to be held at Eisenhower Park’s Harry S. Chapin Lakeside Theatre this June.

International Music Nights Month set for June at Eisenhower Park

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Canon U.S.A. recently announced that the International Music Nights concert series will return to Eisenhower Park’s Harry S. Chapin Lakeside … more

5/2/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Donald BaechlerThis large-scale installation by artist Donald Baechler is accompanied by several of his collaged paintings. Through May 8. Nassau County Museum of Art, … more

4/28/11

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and New York Racing Association announced on April 26 that the Long Island Rail Road's train service to Belmont Park has been restored for the summer, beginning Friday, April 29 — the first day of Belmont's Spring/Summer Meet.

MTA, NYRA restore Belmont's train service

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and New York Racing Association announced today that the Long Island Rail Road's train service to Belmont Park has been restored for the summer, beginning Friday, April 29. more

By JACKIE NASH | 4/26/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Donald BaechlerThis large-scale installation by artist Donald Baechler is accompanied by several of his collaged paintings. Through May 8. Nassau County Museum of Art, … more

4/20/11

Share some laughs when Long Island Children’s Museum screens “Tales of Humor,” short films presented by Brooklyn Film Festival’s kidsfilmfest.

Celebrating spring on Long Island

Spring fever has arrived, and with it, Earth Day on Friday, while families are occupied with school break. There’s much going on throughout the area, including Earth Day celebrations, to keep the kids happily occupied for the remainder of the spring recess. more

Karen Bloom | 4/20/11

Artist Alli Berman at work on one of her paintings. Her creations are on display at Long Island Children’s Museum, in the exhibition “Swirls, Waves & Puzzles.”

Exploring PuzzleArt at Long Island Children's Museum

"The Puzzle Lady," Woodmere resident Alli Berman, introduces area families to PuzzleArt at Long Island Children's Museum. more

Karen Bloom | 4/14/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/13/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/7/11

Signs of spring at Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Spring's arrival means that it's time for rabbits to make an appearance at Old Bethpage Village. Other top picks this weekend include a performance by the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers at Adelphi and the national tour of the award-winning musical "Spring Awakening" at Tilles Center. more

4/6/11