Raising a family in New York has its own set of advantages and trials, and our Family & Parenting section can help to provide you with tips and tricks from other local Long Island parents. From keeping the kids quiet on long car rides, to the best recreation spots, we've got you covered with insights on the topics that matter most to parents.
By Joe Randazzo March 23, 2014
The page @LIPartyStories posted pictures of teens vomiting and standing on rooftops naked.
By Christian Abbatecola March 19, 2014
A national youth organization is promoting smoking cessation among kids and teens.
By Wendy L March 17, 2014
Family-film 'Mr. Peabody & Sherman' take the top spot at the weekend box office.
By Chelsea Triola March 13, 2014
If you're lucky enough to find a four leaf clover, be sure to preserve it by following the steps below!
By Christian Abbatecola March 11, 2014
After decrying the Board of Regents’ Common Core recommendations, Governor Cuomo has released his own panel’s suggestions to improve implementation of the new standards.
By Sharon Lindell March 10, 2014
Saturday March 15th through March 16th is the Jewish event, Purim. Purim is a celebratory event and there are many celebrations taking place on Long Island.
By Sandra Stelmach March 09, 2014
Get the luck of the Irish with New York City’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
By Vickie Moller March 09, 2014
Is Johnny Appleseed a fabled character, a myth, a legend? Or did he actually live? If he did live, what exactly did he do?
By Stella Miller March 06, 2014
Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society will host a poster workshop for kids ages 8 to 18 as part of the “Be a Good Egg Campaign” at the Cold Spring Harbor Library on March 30 at 2pm.
By Wendy L March 06, 2014
Long Island is packed with entertainment and fun for the end of the week! Enjoy the circus with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Disney plays, a Shakespeare play, Motown music and more!
By Sharon Lindell March 05, 2014
St. Patrick's Day can be a lot of fun for adults, but also for kids. Have your kids check out a kid's event this month!
By Chelsea Triola March 04, 2014
Put your creative side to the test this month during National Craft Month!
By Sharon Lindell March 03, 2014
March is National Craft Month and the Craft & Hobby Association is promoting your creativity this month. So check out some crafting events or buy some handmade crafts of your own.
By Cait Russell March 02, 2014
The town's annual holiday parade was a ton of fun, attracting lots of locals from Kings Park and beyond!
By Sharon Lindell March 01, 2014
March 3rd marks not only Dr. Seuss birthday, but also National Read Across American Day for kids and adults. So pick up a book or go to a reading event in celebration of Dr. Seuss's ...
By Sandra Stelmach February 28, 2014
From celebrating Mardis Gras to getting the luck of the Irish for St. Patrick’s Day, spring forward with LongIsland.com’s 2014 March Entertainment Guide packed with fun-filled activities everyone can enjoy!
By Wendy L February 24, 2014
Catch offers at Olive Garden, Starbucks and on your beauty product purchases before the end of the month!
By Chelsea Triola February 23, 2014
Long Island has had more than its fair share of snowstorms this winter which means snow days spent at home with loved ones!
By Vickie Moller February 21, 2014
In a world where technology is increasingly being integrated into everything we do, the breach between traditional learning settings the integration of technology into classrooms must be closed.
By Wendy L February 19, 2014
After a recall of 8.7 million pounds of beef products last week, it turns out some of it was used in the production of select Hot Pockets products!