Weekend of August 22 &23
Arts Project of Cherry Grove Art Show
The Arts Project of Cherry Grove (APCG) Art Show is returning this summer, reimagined and inside the beautiful air conditioned Cherry Grove Community House. Artists and artisans from the Grove, Fire Island communities, and as far away as the city will be displaying their art for viewing as well as sales. There will be a APCG’s members reception Saturday, August 22 from Noon-1 p.m., and from 1–5p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday the show is open to the public.
Saturday, August 22 (9 a.m.)
Islip Terrace Fire Department Heather’s Helpers 5K
The Heather’s Helpers 5K Run and Walk, hosted by the Islip Terrace Fire Department, will start at 264 Beaver Dam Rd., Islip Terrace, at 9 a.m. A path will lead runners and walkers to the finish line at the ITFD Headquarters, with road markers directing participants. A Kids Fun Run will be held just before the race at 8:20 a.m. The event honors local EMT Heather McNamara, and proceeds support the Heather’s Helpers Foundation. To register for the race or make a donation, visit events.elitefeats.com/26heathershelpers.
Saturday, August 22 (9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
NY State Parks Shark Shack
Sharks are an extremely diverse group of animals on the planet, yet they’re also among the most feared. In this hands-on program at Robert Moses Field 5, near the playground (weather permitting), patrons will learn that this group of fish is full of diversity! The Shark Shack aims to educate the public about the shark species native to New York, introduce other marine life in our waters, and show how to guide a shark interaction. Experience the pop-up display full of shark-related items, turning what once was fear into fascination! This event is FREE to attend and takes place every Thursday and Saturday through Sept. 24. For details, visit parks.ny.gov/visit/events/ny-state-parks-shark-shack.
Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23 (11 a.m.-6 p.m.)
Long Island Maritime Museum Seafood Festival
Calling all seafood fans! The Long Island Maritime Museum Seafood Festival is back for another fantastic year on the museum lawn located at 88 West Ave., West Sayville. This two-day event features delectable bites from local seafood establishments, craft cocktails and beers, live musicians on the Main Stage, and dozens of vendors to explore! You won’t want to miss spending the day by the shimmering Great South Bay, sampling your new favorite dish! Admission: $10 per person. For details and to purchase tickets in advance, visit limmseafoodfestival.org.
Saturday, August 22 (7:30 p.m.)
Rocky: The Musical at CMPAC
From the Academy Award-winning Best Picture story, Rocky is entering the ring again in a musical adaptation! The hard-hitting yet tender musical shines a new light on the classic story as it makes its Long Island debut at CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale. With equal parts grit and heart, Rocky: The Musical is about the triumph of spirit, strength, and love. Experience it for yourself before the final performance on September 20. For tickets and more information, visit cmpac.com.
Saturday, August 22 (7:30 p.m.)
Ocean Beach Dock Concert
The Ocean Beach Community Fund and Iversen Construction Co. invite you to an outdoor dock concert in Ocean Beach, with music starting at 7:30 p.m. Dance your heart out on the dock off Bay Walk in Ocean Beach, and ring in the sunset with your friends and family. You’ll feel the summer vibes as VHS Cover Band electrifies the island into the night. This event is FREE to attend. For details, visit villageofoceanbeach.org.
Sunday, August 23 (2 p.m.)
Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
The Islip Arts Council and the Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe will present William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream as part of Islip Arts Council’s Free Summer Arts in the Parks series! A special fully costumed version has been created for this limited engagement. Enjoy a FREE performance at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Highway, Great River, at 2 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and pack some snacks! For more information, visit isliparts.org.
Monday, August 24 (7-7:45 p.m.)
Monday Night Book Bingo
Join the Saltaire Library, 105 Broadway Avenue, Saltaire, for weekly Monday Night Book Bingo, a treasured tradition in the town. The event combines the excitement of Bingo with the joy of reading, bringing together the little minds of Saltaire. Each Bingo features three lively rounds of play, and every child has the chance to win a brand-new book to take home and keep! This exciting game is fun for all ages and a great way to be part of the Fire Island community. Cost at the time of registration: $20 per class. Bingo will occur weekly on Mondays from July 6 through August 24. For more details, visit saltairerecreation.com/library.
Tuesday, August 25 (11 a.m.)
Tuesday Davis Park Storytimes
The Patchogue-Medford Library welcomes families with little ones to Davis Park Storytime on the boardwalk at Davis Park, Fire Island. Every Tuesday at 11 a.m., take a break from the beach and head to the boardwalk for a splashy storytime in the shade! No registration or fee required; just come down for an exciting story! For details, visit pmlib.libnet.info.
Thursday, August 27 (9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
NY State Parks Shark Shack
Sharks are an extremely diverse group of animals on the planet, yet they’re also among the most feared. In this hands-on program at Robert Moses Field 5, near the playground (weather permitting), patrons will learn that this group of fish is full of diversity! The Shark Shack aims to educate the public about the shark species native to New York, introduce other marine life in our waters, and show how to guide a shark interaction. Experience the pop-up display full of shark-related items, turning what once was fear into fascination! This event is FREE to attend and takes place every Thursday and Saturday through Sept. 24. For details, visit parks.ny.gov/visit/events/ny-state-parks-shark-shack.
Thursday, August 27 (11 a.m.-noon)
Point O’Woods Historical Buildings Tour
All are invited to tour the historic buildings of the Point O’Woods Association, founded in 1898. Space is limited to 30 people. The tour will last approximately one hour. Please email Maria Mason-Cioce at Mcioce@pointowoods.net if you would like to attend. Maria will confirm your place on the tour. The tour will meet at the OBP/POW gate.
Thursday, August 27 (6-9 p.m.)
Fly it Forward at The Snapper Inn
Fly It Forward is an evening benefiting SkyHope, a nonprofit organization that provides free flights for patients traveling to specialized medical care and for military members, veterans, and their families through the SkyHope for Heroes program. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, exciting silent auction packages, raffles, and inspiring stories while helping make life-changing flights possible for those who need them most. The Snapper Inn is located at 500 Shore Drive in Oakdale. Tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and additional event information are available at 2026LISkyHope.givesmart.com.
Thursday, August 27 (7-8 p.m.)
Saltaire Library: Adult Author Event with Joshua Jelly-Schapiro
Join us for a conversation with author Joshua Jelly-Schapiro about his newly released book , Daylight Come, a vivid new biography of Harry Belafonte. From groundbreaking success in music and film to his lifelong civil rights activism alongside Martin Luther King Jr., Belafonte helped shape American culture and history. Author Joshua Jelly-Schapiro brings this remarkable story to life through the lens of music, activism, and American culture. A local Fire Island resident, Jelly-Schapiro is an acclaimed writer, geographer, and journalism professor at New York University. His work has appeared in publications including The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The New York Review of Books. The Saltaire Library is located inside Saltaire Village Hall.
Friday, August 28 (7 p.m.)
Lilacs & Roses: Book Signing and Poetry Reading
The Babylon Village Historical Society and the Babylon Village Arts Council invite you to an evening of poetry, inspiration, and celebration at the Babylon Village Museum, 117 W Main Street, Babylon. Published local poets Cheryl Babirad and Christie Leigh Babirad will read poems aloud and chat with participants. Join the community’s creative side at this fun evening event! This event is FREE to attend and open to all! For details, visit babylonvillagehistoricalsociety.org.
Through August 30
“Finding Nemo”
Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo: A 60-Minute Family Musical is a new stage adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar film, designed for young audiences. The musical follows Marlin, an anxious clownfish who lives in the Great Barrier Reef, after his beloved son, Nemo, goes missing. With help from lovable characters like the optimistic Dory and the laid-back sea turtle Crush, Marlin and Nemo overcome their fears to find each other. Catch the stage musical at The Argyle Theatre in Babylon Village, 34 West Main Street, Babylon, with showtimes through August 30. For tickets and more information, visit argyletheatre.com/disneysfindingnemojr.
Thursdays–Sundays through September 13 (11 a.m.–4 p.m.)
Dahlia Inspirations
Founded to encourage, educate, and inspire women artists, Women Sharing Art, Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to fostering artistic growth and bringing art to the community through exhibitions, educational programs, demonstrations, workshops, and outreach initiatives. This exhibition brings together the work of talented Long Island women artists across a wide range of media, including painting, mosaics, photography, fiber, glass, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and mixed media. Set within the beautiful surroundings of Bayard Cutting Arboretum, the exhibition creates a natural dialogue between art and landscape. While some artists depict the dahlia itself, others draw inspiration from its brilliant colors, graceful forms, resilience, and seasonal beauty to explore themes of growth, joy, transformation, and imagination. Together, the works reflect the diversity, creativity, and artistic vision that define the members of Women Sharing Art, Inc.
Through November 30 (10 a.m.–3 p.m.)
“Recreate a Masterpiece” Exhibit and Photo Contest
Make art come alive with your family and friends at the Long Island Maritime Museum! Recreate: Take a photo in our life-size exhibit featuring Washington Crossing the Delaware for your chance to win a private charter sail on the oyster sloop Priscilla! Strike a pose, snap a pic, and enter it in our photo contest. We’ve got the costumes. You relive the history! The exhibit is open for group photos on a first-come, first-served basis Monday–Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 3 p.m. Free with admission. Don’t forget to allow time to explore the rest of the museum!
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