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The Weekend of November 16
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley at CMPAC
A musical adaptation of “Flat Stanley” based on the beloved children’s book will be performed at CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, on November 16 and 17 at 10 a.m. This Main Stage Quality performance is enjoyable for the whole family and perfectly timed for young audiences. For tickets and more information, visit cmpac.com.
Saturday, November 16
Tiny Songbirds Musical Experience
Children ages infant to five and their caregivers are invited to see Tiny Songbirds, an educational live music experience at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Avenue, Islip, from 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This family concert is jam-packed with instrument experimentation, movement, and more! To register, visit isliplibrary.org.
Wednesday, November 20
Tiny Tots: Pumpkins
Children ages 3-5 can enjoy short walks, animal visitors, and crafts from 10-11 a.m. at Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Sunrise Highway, Oakdale. Pumpkins is focused on fall nature! Registration is not required. For information, call 631-581-1005.
Thursday, November 21
Thanksgiving Crafts
It’s turkey time! Drop in with your child ages K-5 for Thanksgiving crafting at the Babylon Public Library, 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. No registration is necessary. For more details, visit babylonlibrary.org.
Sunday, November 24
Long Island Princess Day
Bring your little one to the most magical event ever at Long Island Princess Day, held at Radisson Hotel Hauppauge, 110 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway, Hauppauge from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Experience over 10 live performances, activities, meet & greets and more! For more information and ticket details, visit @prettyprincesspartiesmn on Instagram.
Sunday, November 24
Colonial Games at Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Test your coordination with a ball and cup. How far can you roll a hoop? Visit Colonial America from 1 to 3 p.m. and journey to the past. 4090 Sunrise Highway
Oakdale, NY 11769. Reservations can made by calling (631) 581-1005.
Monday, December 2
Tea for Two
Children grades K-1 and their caregivers are cordially invited to tea at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Avenue from 6:30-7 p.m. Celebrate the Library’s 100th anniversary by going back in time to the 1920s at an elegant tea party! Bring a doll or stuffed animal of your choice, your fanciest clothes and an appetite for treats! To register, visit isliplibrary.org.
Wednesday, December 4
Tiny Tots: Welcome Winter
Children ages 3-5 can enjoy short walks, animal visitors and crafts from 10:30-11:30 a.m., at Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Sunrise Highway, Oakdale. Welcome Winter is focused on ringing in the brisk months! Registration is not required. For information, call 631-581-1005.
Ongoing
Saturday Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Children of all ages are invited to Barnes & Noble’s weekly Storytime at Gardiner Manor Mall, 842 Sunrise Highway, Bay Shore, at 11 a.m. Each week, a bookseller reads aloud old and new favorite picture books for everyone to enjoy. For details, call (631) 206-0198.
Rocket Club with Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to a three-week series with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County focused on rockets! Meetings will be held at Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, from 5-7 p.m. on November 6, 13, and 20. Attendees will learn how to construct rockets and build their own! Cost: $50/person. To register, visit eventcreate.com/e/rocketclass or call (631) 727-7850.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
The Tale as Old as Time will be performed live from November 2-17 at the CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway in Oakdale. Tickets may be purchased by calling 631–218–2810.
Jammin’ with Josh on Wednesdays
Join Mr. Josh and his guitar at the Babylon Public Library, 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon at 10 a.m. on November 6, 20 and 27. Children ages 3 months to 4 years and their guardians are welcome to enjoy music and stories together! To register, visit babylonlibrary.org.
Little Women at BACCA
Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women” will be performed by EastLine Theatre Company in cooperation with Babylon Citizen’s Council on the Arts from December 7-22 at BACCA Arts Center, 149 North Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. Tickets may be purchased online at eastline.ludus.com or by calling 516-749-5047.
The Happy Elf at Argyle Theatre
Experience the new musical comedy, “The Happy Elf” at Argyle Theatre at Babylon. Village, 34 West Main Street, Babylon. Performances run from November 16-January 5. You won’t want to miss this exciting musical experience with the whole family! Tickets and more information can be found at argyletheatre.com.
