Keyword: 'jazz' | Herald Community Newspapers

A visit to New Orleans isn't complete without a trip to the city's French Quarter.

Mardi Gras is fast approaching. It eclipses all as New Orleans’ most famous centerpiece and reflects the city’s rich heritage, unleashes the joyous soul of the city and includes everyone in the fun. more

MARCIA ABRAMSON | 3/9/11

The New York Jazz Academy Big Band directed by Javier Arau, rehearses for their Carnegie Hall appearance, including Dr. Mark Wiener of Long Beach.

Long Beach resident performs at Carnegie Hall

Dr. Mark Wiener, a lifetime Long Beach resident, plays the saxophone at Carnegie Hall this weekend. more

Karen Bloom | 12/22/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... AccelerateA juried exhibition of emerging artists with disabilities. This mixed media show presents works by artists ages 16-25. Through Dec. 22. Nassau Community College's … more

12/8/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... AccelerateA juried exhibition of emerging artists with disabilities. This mixed media show presents works by artists ages 16-25. Through Dec. 22. Nassau Community College's … more

11/18/10

Long Island's fall festival season has arrived

There's something for everyone at the many festivals throughout the area this weekend. more

9/23/10

Long Beach Jazz Festival

The “City By The Sea” becomes a mecca for music lovers, beginning Thursday night, Sept. 23, when the Long Beach Jazz festival takes center stage. A world-class cadre of musicians will gather at Long Beach Public library, and other venues, for four days devoted to jazz and other forms of music-making. more

Karen Bloom | 9/16/10

Long Beach Jazz Festival

Hear some swinging jazz when the Long Beach Jazz Festival returns to the City By the Sea, Sept. 23-26. “We’re so excited that’s it’s the 8th annual event,” said founder and organizer Steve … more

8/11/10

Tulip time: It wouldn’t be spring without tulips. Enjoy a bounty of tulips in a colorful array at Hofstra University’s annual festival on Sunday. While there, browse among the many Dutch-inspired items at the vendor’s market, such as clogs, below.

Tulips by the thousands at Hofstra Dutch Festival

Colorful tulips attract thousands each year to Hofstra University for one of Long Island’s enduring traditions, the Hofstra University Dutch Festival. more

Karen Bloom | 4/28/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Children’s Pleasures: American Celebrations of ChildhoodDepictions of American childhood pleasures and pastimes from the early 19th century to the present are on … more

4/14/10

96-year-old pianist works the ivories in Hewlett

Walking into Mezzanote in Hewlett, one would notice the welcoming staff, the Italian charm and the beaming smile of the 96-year-old singer and pianist who takes requests every Friday, Saturday and … more

Christine Hetzel | 4/2/10