Newsday&#39;s family reporter Beth Whitehouse got a behind-the-scenes look as actor J.P. Baker transformed into a scary King Arthur at Gateway&#39;s Haunted Playhouse in Bellport.

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Everyone from teens to senior citizens are learning the classic parlor game.

Once a fading pastime, mah-jongg is making a comeback on LI

Ghoulish makeup and seriously scary props turn these spots into walking nightmares.

LI venues transform into hair-raising attractions for Halloween

Expect themed drinks and a scenic North Pole village setting, complete with a virtual train ride and festive cocktails, starting Nov. 8.

North Pole winter dining pop-up experience coming to LI

Trick-or-treaters and crafters young and old can still take part in the Halloween tradition at special events happening throughout the month. 

Paint your own pumpkin at these Halloween classes

Oyster Fest returned to the hamlet of Oyster Bay Saturday and continues today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Oyster Fest draws seafood lovers to Oyster Bay

The 31st annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk at Jones Beach is set to raise over $2.3 million.

70,000 expected at this weekend's Jones Beach breast cancer walk

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Particularly for younger students, a driver, as the first and final face they see in the school day, can bridge the transition to school.

All aboard! Bus drivers ease journey back to school

Suffolk Credit Union Arena in Brentwood welcomes the Brick Convention, showcasing Lego artists, fan builders and exclusive creations. 

Traveling Lego Brick Convention coming to LI for the first time

Here are some family-friendly Halloween events for kids, where they can participate for no charge.

Trick-or-treat: Free Halloween events for kids

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Feteness is a Caribbean-inspired fitness class in Elmont led by Allie Guilbaud, who said she started the class because she wanted a space where fitness felt fun.

'Leave your woes on the dance floor'

Newsday reporter Rachel Weiss got a behind-the-scenes look at Gateway's Haunted Playhouse transformation in Bellport.

Behind the scenes at Gateway's Haunted Playhouse

Newsday's family reporter Beth Whitehouse got a behind-the-scenes look as actor J.P. Baker transformed into a scary King Arthur at Gateway's Haunted Playhouse in Bellport.

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday reporter David J. Criblez have a sneak peek at this year's Oyster Fest.

What to expect at the new Oyster Fest

Lead singer Adam Ezegelian got his start in music by auditioning on American Idol, but him and the band have been able to grow even more, thanks to TikTok.Videos with Dee Snyder and Jack Black are just some of the collaborations the band has done to increase their following.

How Adam and the Metal Hawks got started on TikTok

Newsday food critic Marie Elena Martinez dives into why these two eateries made the cut on this year's Top 50 restaurants list. 

Cacio e pepe, yam noodles: 2 favorites among LI's Top 50 eateries

What's more Long Island than a rainbow cookie cannoli? A new cannoleria has opened on Long Island.

Make-your-own cannoli shop opens first brick and mortar

Halloween is soon upon us and fall festive pop-up experiences are appearing on Long Island.

These Halloween inspired pop-ups are coming to Long Island

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin tries dishes from Trinidad at Trini Street Food in Valley Stream.

Our food writer tries shark, roti and other Trinidadian dishes

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited some of Long Island's coffee shops. 

Sweet corn latte and more fun flavors at LI's coffee shops

Newsday food critic Marie Elena Martinez dives into why these two eateries made the cut on this year's Top 50 restaurants list. 

Churro sundae, pistachio cheesecake: 2 favorites among LI's Top 50 eateries

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, there are a host of events across Long Island in celebration.

Hispanic Heritage Month features live music, dancing, food and more

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See inside the 2024 Fall/Winter Fun Book with guides to u-pick apple orchards, pumpkin farms, holiday festivals and more.

Guide to fall fun

It's that time of year, when the fun starts to move inside. Here's where you can sing karaoke, play arcade games and more. 

Indoor places to play

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