Whether the friend be new or old, it’s important to take a break from the stresses of life and make time for friendship and socialization! With that in mind, February 11th is, “Make a Friend Day!” Friends serve a very special purpose in our lives and without them our lives wouldn’t be nearly as rich, enjoyable or entertaining! Friends are trusted confidants, provide a shoulder to cry on and know just how to make a dark day that much brighter.
This February 11th, “Make a Friend Day,” is the perfect opportunity to attend an event, class, or activity and make some new friends! Or in the least, reconnect with old and current friends!
Events for Kids
Bring the kids out to meet other children their own age!
Hot Cocoa & Marshmallows at Ward Melville Heritage Organization Educational and Cultural Center
Stony Brook Village Center, Main Street, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-689-5888
Every Wednesday through March 11th at 10:30 AM
$3 per person
This children's author series for ages 3-5 features sing-alongs, storytelling and crafts!
Children's Tennis Lessons at Brentwood Recreation Center (Session B)
99 3rd Ave., Brentwood, NY 11717
631-436-6070
Wednesday, February 4th, 11th & 25th
$15 per session
Help your kids be active and have fun with sports! Session B is for kids age 8 - 12.
Music and Movement at Long Island Children's Museum
11 Davis Ave., Garden City, NY 11530
516-224-5800
Every Wednesday through February 25th
$3 with museum admission
Children ages 5 and under can play with an musical instrument, dance, and sing along.
Events for Adults
Break out of your shell and meet some new friends on Long Island!
Adult Watercolor Painting Class at New Village Recreation Center
20 Wireless Rd., Centereach, NY 11720
631-732-2338
Every Wednesday through April 1st
$40 for 8 weeks
Register for this watercolor painting class for beginners and advanced student. Bring your own art supplies!
Game On Trivia Night at Parlay
210 Merrick Rd., Rockville Centre, NY 11570
917-304-5249
Every Wednesday & Thursday through May 13th from 9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Free
Meet other local Long island trivia buffs or bring some current friends along with you to participate in the game!
Adult Classical Ballet at The Ballet Center
1863 Pond Road, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
631-737-1964
Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday through March 2nd from 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
$20 per class or $58 per month or $ 400 per school year plus $25 registration fee
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Mommy & Me Classes
Both mommy and baby can make new friends at one of these classes!
Toddler Time at Bohemia Recreational Center
1 Ruzicka Way, Bohemia, NY 11716
631-472-7037
Every Monday and Wednesday through April 20th from 1 PM - 2:30 PM
Call about price
This program is for children ages 2-3 1/2 years old to help parents and children navigate the transition from being at home with parents to preschool.
Mommy & Me JumpBunch (Session B) at West Islip Community Center
90 Higbie Lane, West Islip, NY 11795
631-893-8933
Every Wednesday through March 4th
$35 per session
This program for children ages 3 - 5 guides children through all phases of physical development.
Portledge Adventures Mommy & Me
355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560
516-750-3239
Every Friday through March 20th from 9 AM - 10:30 AM
$25 per class
Toddlers and caregivers can enjoy a nurturing environment that will inspire imagination, social interaction, and physical development.
Places to Meet New People & Make New Friends All Year Long
It doesn’t have to be Make a Friend Day for you to meet new people!
- Attend a paint night!
- Join a book club!
- Bring your child to a play place!
- Enroll yourself in an art class!
- Join an indoor sports league!