Long Island Labor Day Weekend Events 2016

 

Labor Day Weekend is here! Time for one last hurrah before the kids go back to school and full time work resumes. If you and your family are looking for a way to celebrate this weekend, check out some of these events happening around LI:

Lighthouse Music Fest - Huntington Harbor
Saturday
Have access to a boat (or other water craft)? Take the family out to the ONLY music festival in the world held on top of a lighthouse! Huntington’s annual Lighthouse Music Festival returns this Saturday from 11am - 8pm in the Huntington Harbor.

Annual Fire Island Labor Day Sand Creation Contest - Wilderness Visitor Center Shirley
Saturday and Sunday
This weekend, let the sands of Fire Island spark your creativity during this annual end of summer sand sculpting contest. This year’s theme is National Parks, all ages and skills welcome.

The Hampton Classic Horse Show - Bridgehampton
Friday-Sunday
Calling all equine lovers! Attend one of the largest outdoor horse shows in the US - the Hampton Classic Horse Show. Arrive mid-morning to fully enjoy the main show jumping events of the day, the Boutiques Garden (shopping area) and the Exhibition Area Kids' Tent. General admission is $10 per person or $20 per card-load.

Shinnecock Powwow -  Shinnecock Reservation, Southampton
Friday-Monday
The largest Native American Gathering on the East Coast - the Shinnecock Powwow returns for its 70th year. Beginning today through Monday, enjoy ceremonial dances, native foods, arts & crafts, and a fire lighting at sunset. $15 adults, $10 seniors/children ages 6-12/Veterans with Military ID, Children under 5 are FREE.

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Mouth Healthy Foods for Your End of Summer BBQ

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Having a barbecue this Labor Day weekend to close out the summer? Make sure you add these mouth healthy foods to your soirée: 

Choose your crunch wisely. Chips may be standard, but they aren’t the most mouth healthy treat for your teeth. Instead, keep your serving dish full of apples, pears, and veggies like carrots, celery, and raw broccoli. These snacks work like natural toothbrushes, stimulating saliva and scrubbing off any build-up.

Crush, don’t cube. Chewing on ice cubes may seem refreshing, but ice is no friend to your teeth. Chewing on cubes can leave your teeth vulnerable to a dental emergency (think chipped teeth) and can even damage enamel. Instead of adding ice to drinks, keep all your beverages chilled in a cooler of ice. If you do need ice, use crushed instead.

Say cheese! Dairy products like milk, yogurt, and cheese are low in sugar and rich in calcium and phosphorous, which aids in strengthening and protecting enamel. Plus, studies have shown that eating more dairy may lower your risk of gum disease. Set out a cheese plate or add a slice to your burgers!

Serve infused water. Sugary beverages, like soda and sports drinks, cause dry mouth and eat away at your teeth. Offer water instead, with a twist! Infuse your water with whatever fruit you’d like - just go easy on citrus fruits as the acid in lemons and limes can be harsh on teeth.

If you have any questions about how to improve your child's oral health please give our offices a call. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment.

Labor Day Weekend on Long Island!

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With Labor Day weekend unofficially marking the end of summer, be sure to celebrate one last hurrah with the family before you fall back into school and busy schedules.
 

If you still haven’t nailed down your plans yet, check out some of these local happenings around the Island:

Shinnecock Pow-Wow -  Shinnecock Reservation, Southampton
8/29 - 5-11pm, 8/30 - 10a-11p, 8/31 and 9/1 - 10a-5p
Price: seniors: $12, kids ages 6-11: $10, kids 5 and younger: FREE
Tribal dances, ceremonies, crafts, storytelling, native foods, demonstrations, dance and drum competitions followed by a fire lighting at sunset!

Street Fair on the Green - Eisenhower Park Field 8, East Meadow
8/30 - 8/31 from 10a-5p
FREE
A unique opportunity to check out some arts and crafts with all the fun of a street fair but in the middle of Nassau County’s biggest park.

Old Time Music Weekend - Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Old Bethpage
8/30 - 8/31 from 10a-4p
Price: seniors: $10, kids ages 5-12: $7, kids under 5: FREE
Honoring the American soldiers, a Brass Military band will perform, along with popular music from the Civil War time period. Visitors may also enjoy learning traditional 1800s contra dancing, while listening to the music.

Splish Splash - Splish Splash Water Park, Calverton
10a-5p through September 1
Price: $41, for those shorter than 48 inches tall: $31
Long Island’s lone water park closes on Labor Day, so ride the waves one last time before the party’s over.

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Labor Day Weekend Guide!

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For most people, Labor Day symbolizes end of summer, the one last hurrah before kids are back in school and full time work has resumed. 

If you and your family are looking for a way to celebrate this weekend, check out some of these events around Long Island, courtesy of LongIsland.com's Labor Day Guide:

Huntington Lighthouse Music Festival FREE

Gold Star Battalion Beach, Huntington, NY 11743

631-421-1985

Saturday, August 31st - 11 am

The Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society presents the 6th Annual Music Fest - the only music festival held on top of a working lighthouse in the middle of the sound and enjoy free and live performances with a musical variety from reggae to jazz and even rock. Spectators arrive in boats and yachts and other modes of water transportation from all over the tri-state area come to participate. Rain date is September 1st.

Labor Day Street Fair in Ronkonkoma

Hawkins Ave from Portion Rd to Wittridge Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

631-963-2796

Sunday, September 1st - 11 am to 6 pm 

The Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce presents its 8th Annual Street Fair with hundreds of vendors, arts and crafts, and children’s rides, live music and entertainment, food, drinks and meet local business owners. Rain or shine! 

Seaford Festival FREE

Seaford Railroad Station, Merrick Road, Seaford, NY 11783

631-724-5966

Saturday, August 31st - Monday, September 2nd - 11 am to 6 pm

Spend the whole weekend at the Seaford Festival featuring merchandise and food vendors, arts and crafts and great gift items. Handicapped access is available. Come rain or shine!

American Airpower Museum Labor Day Event

1230 New Highway, Farmingdale, NY 11735

631-293-6398

Friday, August 30th - Monday, September 2nd

 Spend Labor Day weekend at the American Airpower Museum for a show of all operational museum aircraft plus visiting aircraft. Call for more information.

6th Annual Craft & Gift Fair: Eisenhower Park FREE

Stewart Ave and Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554

516-442-6000

Saturday, August 31st - Sunday, September 1st - 10 am to 5 pm

Come interact and buy goods directly from emerging and established artisans as well as high quality craft, gift and service vendors who are offering their goods at affordable prices. Admission and parking is free at Field 8.

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