Keyword: 'parks' | Herald Community Newspapers

What's happening this weekend on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Body MappingThe exhibit commemorates the opening of the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Hofstra University. Works by contemporary artists, Tina Blondell, Giedre … more

7/21/11

What's happening this weekend on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Body MappingThe exhibit commemorates the opening of the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Hofstra University. Works by contemporary artists, Tina Blondell, Giedre … more

7/15/11

L.I. Golf Academy tees off

While the masses headed for the beaches last Monday to seek relief from sweltering heat, the Long Island Golf Academy began its eighth year of operation at East Meadow’s Eisenhower Park. more

Tony Bellissimo | 7/14/11

Parking in Rockville Centre now free after 6

Following through on a promise he made during his campaign, Mayor Francis Murray announced at the July 5 village board reorganization meeting that Rockville Centre police and auxiliary officers will not enforce parking meter violations in the downtown business area after 6 p.m. more

Judy Rattner | 7/13/11

The Long Island Philharmonic brings its glorious sounds to Heckscher State Park on Saturday.

Long Island Philharmonic performs under the stars

The Long Island Philharmonic, founded by Harry Chapin, offers music lovers a series of free concerts in the region's parks during July and August. more

By Karen Bloom | 7/13/11

Everyone is “just Wild About Harry” when area musicians pay tribute to the singer-songwriter at Eisenhower Park on Monday.

Honoring Harry Chapin at Eisenhower Park

Three decades have passed since Harry Chapin’s tragic death on the Long Island Expressway on his way to a performance in Eisenhower Park in July 1981. That concert that he intended to give now takes place in the form of an annual tribute concert, on Monday, July 18. more

By Karen Bloom | 7/13/11

What's happening this weekend on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Body MappingThe exhibit commemorates the opening of the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Hofstra University. Works by contemporary artists, Tina Blondell, Giedre … more

7/6/11

The cast of "Bye Bye Birdie" will have everyone singing along at Eisenhower Park's Lakeside Theatre.

"Playing for Nicholas" with the Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra this weekend

Summer sounds fill air this weekend. There's something for everyone to enjoy, much of it outdoors. more

7/6/11

What's happening this weekend on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Body MappingThe exhibit commemorates the opening of the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Hofstra University. Works by contemporary artists, Tina Blondell, Giedre … more

6/30/11

From fireworks to old-fashioned patriotic fervor: Enjoy Eisenhower Park’s spectacular fireworks display on Saturday night. Other holiday weekend events include a presidential-style holiday celebration at Sagamore Hill, in which President Roosevelt, portrayed by actor James Foote, makes an appearance at his former residence.

Independence Day celebrations

Our nation’s birthday is upon us, and everyone is ready to celebrate with dazzling pyrotechnics. Although they will be missed once again at Jones Beach this year, July Fourth celebrants have plenty of places to see fireworks and share in the spirit of Independence Day, extending through next week. more

By Karen Bloom | 6/29/11