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Stuart Markus and fellow singer-songwriters perform at a tribute to Harry Chapin in Eisenhower Park on Monday.

Singer-songwriter-activist Harry Chapin's life and works live on at the annual tribute concert held in his honor at Eisenhower Park on Aug. 9. more

Karen Bloom | 8/4/10

The Long Island Gaels U-14 squad took on Team Toronto on Friday morning at Eisenhower Park.

Gaelic games take over East Meadow

Players from England, Ireland, Canada and from across the United States are in East Meadow this weekend to compete in youth Gaelic football and hurling tournaments. more

Mike Caputo | 7/30/10

Kenneth Maithya, 6, positioned his boat before setting sail at Eisenhower Park’s Salisbury Lake on July 22.

Captains for a day at Eisenhower Park

Children with autism and their families took the helm last week at Eisenhower Park's Salisbury Lake. After a short lesson from "Captain Ron," Ron McKechnie, the children … more

Mike Caputo | 7/28/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

7/28/10

Singing the night away at Eisenhower Park's Reach for the Stars Talent Showcase

See talented teenagers take to the stage at Eisenhower Park this weekend, or find sightings of summer birds on a guided hike at Muttontown Preserve. The kids will enjoy a lively show at Long Island Children's Museum. more

7/28/10

The Lakeside Theater in Eisenhower Park was named after Harry S. Chapin, the late late singer-songwriter and anti-hunger activist. A tribute concert will be held in honor of Chapin in August.

Long Island musicians to pay tribute to Harry Chapin

In these tough economic times, hunger is an even greater problem than usual on Long Island, with local food pantries and soup kitchens struggling to keep up with the need. On Monday … more

7/25/10

Summer stage at Eisenhower Park

Summertime treats await as Plaza Theatrical Productions brings a lighthearted musical to Eisenhower Park, stroll through the Oyster Bay locale favored by President Roosevelt, and enjoy some seasonal sounds at Old Westbury Gardens. more

7/21/10

Daniel Hughes helps train Maeve Riordan in the basics of catching during the Long Island Gaels’ free Gaelic football clinic for kids and teens, held in June at Eisenhower Park.

Gaelic football fever hits Long Island

It's football time in Nassau. Not the American version set to kick off next month. Nor the game with global reach that took center stage at this year's FIFA World Cup. … more

Mike Caputo | 7/15/10

That sharpshootin’ Annie Oakleyis ready for action when Plaza Theatrical Productions presents “Annie Get Your Gun” in Eisenhower Park on July 23. Annie Oakley is played by Jordan Smith (right), who grew up in Rockville Centre and now lives in Merrick. Jason Schoenberger, of East Rockaway, portrays Frank Butler.

Summer theater on Long Island

The summer theater season at our local venues is heating up (along with the weather). Well-priced summer fun (some of it free) is available throughout the area, both indoors and out. more

Karen Bloom | 7/14/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

7/14/10