Sunday, June 1
Babylon Pride Parade
Celebrate and unite our diverse community at Babylon Village Pride, held from the corner of Deer Park Avenue to Simon Street in Babylon, starting at 3 p.m. This year, the theme is “Somewhere Over the Rainbow!” For more information, visit prideofbabylon.org.
Sunday, June 1
North Babylon Street Fair
It’s a return to tradition this Spring as the North Babylon Lions Club brings back the Annual North Babylon Street Fair onto Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, for the first time in six years! The quarter-mile-long event will stretch alongside North Babylon High School from Hale Road to Stone Avenue. Featuring 100 craft artisans, vendors, and food trucks! Admission is FREE. Rain date: June 8.
Weekend of June 5
Fire Island Bear Weekend
Experience unforgettable nights under the Cherry’s by the Bay Big Top at Fire Island Bear Weekend. With spectacular views of the bay, have a weekend filled with fun, laughter, and dancing! For more information, visit fireislandbearweekend.com.
Saturday, June 7
Bay Shore Historical Society Annual Open House
The Bay Shore Historical Society will be hosting its Annual Open House at the historic Gibson-Mack-Holt House from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Featuring new exhibits, including the second-floor museum expansion, Bay Shore historical movie room, and historic tool shed. A public barbecue will be held at noon, with the Bay Shore Fire Department stopping by to display their historic vehicles. All are welcome!
Saturday, June 7
Town of Islip Living History Day
Enjoy this interactive experience that explores the intriguing history of our town, featuring displays and programs from organizations that celebrate the town’s history, including the Sayville Farmers Market, Bayport Aerodrome, Islip Town Firefighters Museum, and more! Held at Islip Grange Park, Sayville, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday, June 7
Horseshoe Crab Program at The Lighthouse
Visit the Fire Island Lighthouse at 7 p.m. for a program focused on Horseshoe Crabs while watching them come ashore to lay their eggs! Suggested donation: $2 per person. The tower is open until 8 p.m. at regular fees. For details, visit fireislandlighthouse.com.
Saturday, June 7
Women’s Pride in The Pines
The LGBTQ Focus Foundation will host the annual Women’s Pride in The Pines event, benefitting Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, at Whyte Hall, Fire Island Pines, at 2 p.m. Dress code: classic white. For tickets and more information, visit lgbtqfocus.org.
Sunday, June 8
Jr. Marine Biologist: Sea Explorers
Looking for a unique way to spend time with your preschooler? Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County for Marine Biologist programs, aimed for children 3-5 with their guardian. Visit the Sport Fishing Education Center, Ocean Parkway, Babylon and learn about the marine environment. This very special program includes hands-on time with live marine animals, beach activities and a craft! For details, visit ccesuffolk.org.
Ongoing Fun For Kids
Thursday Story Time by the Bay
The Long Island Maritime Museum invites you and your little one, ages 3-6, for a storytime at the museum, 88 West Avenue, West Sayville, from 10-11 a.m. Admission: $5 per child. Spend the morning listening to a story, creating a fun ocean-themed craft and exploring the museum! Bring a beach towel to sit on. For details, visit limaritime.org.
Little Hands Art Class Tuesdays
Little Hands Art Class is the perfect way to get your child started in art and acclimated to a class setting at The Color Palette Art Studio, 51 West Hoffman Avenue, Lindenhurst on Tuesdays from 4-4:50 p.m. Ages 4-6 will learn beginner art projects and sensory exercises, science and play too! Drop them off or stay for the fun! For details, visit thecolorpaletteli.com.
Junie B. Jones at The Musical at Argyle Theatre
This delightful adaptation of four of Barbara Park’s best-selling books, brought to life in a genuinely comical (and not strictly-for-kids) musical, will be shown at the Argyle Theatre at Babylon Village, 34 West Main Street, Babylon, with performances running from May 3 to June 15. Featuring a tremendously lovable character and fun-filled songs, Junie B. Jones will capture your hearts just as the books captivated an entire generation of students. For tickets and more information, visit argyletheatre.com/juniebjones.
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