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Seasonal flowers bring color and character to your home as we transition to fall.

Ease into fall with colors from your garden

Fall may be knocking on the door, but there’s no need to put away the flowers just yet. As the seasons shift, summer’s vibrant blooms can continue to brighten patios, porches, balconies and interiors, offering an easy way to savor the lingering days of warm weather. more

By Karen Bloom | 9/1/26

Tony B., joined by Society President Jan Hernstat, left, wows the crowd with his lively take on Jolson standards.

'The Jolson Story' at 80

For many, Al Jolson is forever embraced as “The World’s Greatest Entertainer,” and honoring his legacy has become an annual tradition. Celebrating him every year is an unmissable moment for so many. more

By Iris Wiener | 8/26/26

Summer sizzles along with fresh flavors

Summer hasn’t left us yet, so we surely want to keep firing up the grill. As August winds down, backyard gatherings, poolside get-togethers and easy weeknight meals continue to call for the smoky, flame-kissed flavors that make grilling a summertime favorite. more

By Karen Bloom | 8/18/26

The industrious honey bee is buzzes into the spotlight to captivate museum visitors.

Inside the hive at Long Island Children's Museum

The museum invites families to take a closer look at the tiny pollinators that play an outsized role in our ecosystem, on Aug. 15, aka National Honey Bee Day. more

By Karen Bloom | 8/12/26

Dig Zone, the museum’s newest permanent exhibit has arrived. Here kids can explore construction-themed, hands-on play.

Digging away at Long Island Children's Museum

For generations of children, there’s been something irresistible about a pile of sand and a shovel. At Long Island Children’s Museum, that simple childhood pleasure has been turned into an entire construction site. more

By Stacy Driks | 8/5/26

For Michelle Taplin, seen here at a spring showcase, theater is about more than performance. Through Tap Into Your Passion, she is helping young actors develop the confidence, resilience and skills to succeed both onstage and off.

Tap Into Your Passion empowers young performers

Michelle Taplin has spend much of her life immersed in the performing arts, but her greatest role may be helping the next generation discover their own voices. more

By Iris Wiener | 7/28/26

In the groove at Tilles Jazz Fest

Tilles Jazz Fest returns to the historic LIU Post campus, on Saturday, offering a full day of world-class jazz, family-friendly fun and community celebration across four stages. more

By Karen Bloom | 7/14/26

Young artists created colorful works during last summer’s ArtVentures.This year, the program is expanded into four categories and families can enjoy similar creative experiences.

Cool off with an 'Artventure' at L.I. Children's Museum

Families are encouraged to put down the screens this summer, pick up a paintbrush and discover the many ways to create art. more

By Stacy Driks | 7/7/26

Extraterrestrial characters are part of the experience. Cosplayers will enchant visitors with a UFO dance party before the light show.

'UFOlogy' at Cradle of Aviation Museum

The Cradle of Aviation Museum welcomes all to explore the unknown through presentations, discussions and stories that examine some of the most intriguing phenomena ever reported. more

By Stacy Driks | 6/23/26

Angelo Fraboni is all smiles on opening night with his wife, Michelle Fraboni and his Molloy students Grace McNally, left, and Skylar Faith Ludwig, right.

‘Celebrity Autobiography’ is back in the spotlight

For more than three decades, Angelo Fraboni has built a career that spans Broadway stages, national tours, arts administration, and theatrical producing. T more

By Iris Wiener | 6/16/26

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