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Jaguars, muscle cars, hot rods are all revved up and ready to be seen.

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The Beach Boys, Alanis Morissette and Third Eye Blind are among the performers coming to Wantagh this summer. 

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If you're on the East End only for a day, here are things to do with your family this summer.

Family-friendly things to do in the Hamptons, Montauk 

The boutique offers clothing for all ages, from young girls to women.

Local mom opens national boutique's first LI location

Cheaper airfares and pent-up travel demand are fueling an expected passenger increase at Kennedy, LaGuardia and Newark.

Experts: Record number of air travelers this summer

It's only doing three things: make-your-own pasta, upside-down Sicilian-style pizza and "fritto bombs."

New pizzeria opens in Farmingdale

Adventureland welcomes two new rides, including one for thrill seekers, this summer and a lake with bumper boats is set to open at Scott's Pointe.

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Check out Long Island's latest restaurant openings.

New Long Island restaurants to try in 2024

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Are you craving a lobster roll overlooking the water, Korean dumplings served al fresco, Japanese sushi, homemade ice cream sandwiches or innovative dim sum? Look no farther.

Guide: Where to eat in Port Washington

Find out what eateries we're saying goodbye to.

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Everything from the noodles to the broth is dialed in at this new location. 

Standout ramen shop adds Manhasset location

Here are spots that offer scenic views, beaches, water sports and dining by the sea.

Beat the summer crowds: 5 waterside destinations to explore

You can take advantage of Long Island's waters — without the expense of upkeep — by renting a watercraft from an outfitter.

Where to rent a boat, Jet Ski and more on LI

Jones Beach, Long Beach, Robert Moses and more Long Island beaches to explore this summer. 

Your guide to LI beaches to visit this summer

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday family reporter Beth Whitehouse visited Adventureland in Farmingdale and Scott's Pointe in Calverton to see what's new for summer 2024.

What's new at Adventureland and Scott's Pointe: From water attractions to amusements 

From new rides at Adventureland to Long Island's best seafood restaurants to must-see summer concerts, here's your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

Elisa DiStefano kick-starts summer with the FunBook show

From a wellness cafe to an Italian restaurant and an ice cream shop, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano checked out what's new in Port Washington.

Sampling Port Washington's new food 

Seafood chain Red Lobster has permanently closed its Stony Brook location amid a nationwide sweep. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

About 50 Red Lobsters closed suddenly, including an LI location

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries Feed Me critics' picks for the best seafood at Kyma in Roslyn and Bigelow's in Rockville Centre.

Trying Rockville Centre's famous Ipswich clams

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited Apricot Lane Boutique in Smithtown, which sells clothes for women of all ages.

Local mom opens boutique with ties to humanitarian causes

Meet some of Long Island's prized pedigrees preparing for the Westminster Dog Show. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

It's 'like the Super Bowl of dog shows'

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin tries different variations of the crookie, a cookie-stuffed croissant, at Fiorello Dolce in Huntington and Torte Jeff in Port Jefferson.

Is it a breakfast? Is it a dessert? Meet the crookie

The Long Island chapter of Mocha Moms hosts monthly events for mothers of color. Newsday's Beth Whitehouse reports.

'Mocha Moms is a sisterhood of women of color'

Everly & Co. Boutique opened in Babylon in the former Ohh La La space. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

"I want you to feel like you're shopping with a friend that you can trust."

Students at Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts rehearse "Big Shot," a musical set to Billy Joel's songs. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

'Definitely a weight bringing these songs to life'

Luke Harmon, 8, of East Setauket, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and his father said he didn't know how to communicate. That is, until Luke learned to express himself by building Legos.

'Really cool to see and know how far I've gotten'

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Whether you're craving the shore or yet another s'more, lots of Long Island family-fun spots will remain open in the fall.

Summer venues, activities staying open past Labor Day

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