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Beaches are open for business as usual for the rest of the holiday weekend.

From Herricks to Hempstead Hurricane hardly happens

Sept 4: Fears of extensive flooding, power outages and property damage fizzled on Friday as Hurricane Earl passed far enough out to sea that Nassau County suffered little more than scattered beach flooding. Even Jones Beach State Park, where extensive flooding was reported, had some areas open for swimming today and the Stone Temple Pilots concert planned for tonight at the Nikon at Jones Beach Theater will take place as scheduled. more

9/4/10

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

8/4/10

Fishing adventures at Hempstead Lake State Park

Weekend highlights include a fishing clinic at Hemptead Lake State Park, a "Bug Safari" at Old Westbury Gardens and Eisenhower Park's annual Salute to Veterans Spectacular. more

8/4/10

Clowning around in Valley Stream [Photo gallery]

Chip Bryant the Silent Vaudevillian Clown visited Valley Stream State Park on July 18, hosting a performance for children and their families. more

7/21/10

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

7/21/10

Maestro David Stewart Wiley leads the Long Island Philharmonic in a free concert at Heckscher State Park on Saturday.

Summer sounds with the Long Island Philharmonic

The Long Island Philharmonic takes to the stage at Heckscher Park on Saturday to present the Islip Arts Council’s annual free concert, a summertime ritual for music lovers. more

Karen Bloom | 7/14/10

Long Island Philharmonic Plays Heckscher State Park

Enjoy music under the stars when the Long Island Philharmonic, under the baton of David Stewart Wiley, performs at Heckscher State Park, Saturday, July 17, at 8 p.m. Maestro Wiley, music … more

6/30/10

Park-goers will be able to visit McDonnell Pond at Hempstead Lake State Park, which had been slated to close along with nine other Long Island state parks, as it stays open throughout the end of the year.

State salvages some summer 'staycation' spots; keeps parks open

Just in time for the summer season, Gov. David Paterson and Albany lawmakers reached a tentative agreement to keep a number of state parks open and maintain park services … more

Clarissa Hamlin | 6/2/10

A wintry scene at Hempstead Lake State Park.

Fee hikes at state parks, beaches now in effect

New Yorkers will pay more for the use of some state parks, beaches and golf courses this summer, as a number of fee increases went into effect last weekend. more

Mike Russo | 4/9/10

Local residents are hoping the state keeps Valley Stream State Park open.

Residents: Valley Stream State Park a place for family fun

If Gov. David Paterson’s 2010-11 budget is approved by the State Legislature on April 1, Valley Stream State Park will be one of 10 Long Island parks closed due to $29 million in service cuts to the state’s parks department. more

Anthony Bottan | 2/24/10