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Upcoming Events

The Long Island Orchid Society Festival

May31

There will be orchids and vendors from around the world and demonstrations on how to care for your orchids

Where

Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park

1395 Planting Fields Rd.

Oyster Bay, NY

Price

Free admission, but there is a parking fee

Whales, Ales, and Briny Tales

Jun1

Dozens of craft beer tastings, listen to live sea chanteys, participate in a scavenger hunt for adults, and attend a gallery talk on pickles and the daring whaling voyages., live music, and brewing workshop; 21 and older, photo ID required

Where

Whaling Museum and Education Center

301 Main Street

Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Phone

631-367-3418

Price

$40 online, $45 at the door, $15 designated drivers, $75 VIP

Harborfest Dock Day and Craft Festival

Jun2

Craft show, art in the park, musical entertainment, enviro-expo, children’s fun park, photography exhibit, fire boat demonstrations, food. Fee Free, fee for cruises and some games.

Where

Port Washington Town Dock

Lower Main Street

Port Washington, NY

Phone

516-883-6566

Price

free

Website
pwcoc.org
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