PROGRAMS

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Jan. 24 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Animal Tracks and Trails: Wild Behaviors

Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to join The Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability for Animal Tracks and Trails: Wild Behaviors at the Long Island Game Farm, 489 Chapman Blvd., Manorville on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to observe a variety of animals including, wallabies, lemurs, deer and tortoises, each with its own unique behaviors and adaptations. $40 per child. To register, visit www.longislandgamefarm.com. 631-878-6644

Icy Creations: Make Your Own Icicle Art

Celebrate the beauty of winter through art and imagination at the Long Island Explorium, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson during the Port Jefferson Ice Festival on Jan. 25 and 26 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Craft shimmering icicles that sparkle like those hanging from rooftops and tree branches. Add a frosty touch with glitter and unique designs to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Admission fee is $8 adults, $6 children. 631-331-3277

Year of the Snake Craft

Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor on Jan. 29 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Free snake craft for kids with admission while supplies last. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768, www.cshfishhatchery.org 

Perler Palooza

Save the date! Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket invites children in Grades K to 6 (with parent/caregiver) to stop by on Jan. 31 between 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. for Perler Palooza! Kids can grab a template or let their imaginations run wild to create a fuse bead project of their choice.  No registration required. Open to all. Bring a friend! Questions? Email [email protected]

THEATER

‘Frozen Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Frozen Jr. from Jan. 18 to Feb. 23. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Tickets are $25 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Hansel and Gretel’

Theatre Three, 423 Main St., Port Jefferson kicks off the new year with Hansel and Gretel from Jan. 25 to Feb. 8 with a sensory friendly performance on Jan. 26. Go into the woods for an outrageous adventure with the world’s most famous brother-and-sister team, Hansel and Gretel. A feeble father, a wicked stepmother, and a well-meaning if misguided witch add up to hilarious hijinx. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Frozen Jr’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off the new year with a production of Frozen Jr. from Jan. 25 to March 2. When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart! All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Beetlejuice Jr.’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Beetlejuice Jr. on Feb. 3 and 4 at 7 p.m. The talented Winter Class students bring the ghost-with-the-most to life. A wickedly fun musical adventure that promises laughter and mayhem. Tickets are $25. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

PROGRAMS

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Jan. 17 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Lunar New Year Celebration

Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington on Jan. 18 from noon to 5 p.m. Learn about Chinese, Korean, Filipino, and Vietnamese culture at this free family event for all ages with live dance performances at 12:45 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. and live martial arts demonstrations at 3:45 p.m. Free. 631-380-3230. www.heckscher.org

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Jan. 20 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Reptile Scavenger Hunt

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents Fact vs. Fiction All About Reptiles scavenger hunt on Jan. 20. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to explore the hatchery and learn all about reptiles. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768, www.cshfishhatchery.org. 

Patterns in Nature

As part of its Pollywog Adventures series,  Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents Patterns in Nature on Jan. 22 at 11 a.m. Children ages 2 to 5 will enjoy an indoor activity, craft, story and then head outside (weather permitting) to feed trout. $20 fee includes admission for the day for one child and one adult. Pre-registration required at www.cshfishhatchery.org. 516-692-6768

THEATER

‘Frozen Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Frozen Jr. from Jan. 18 to Feb. 23. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Tickets are $25 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Hansel and Gretel’

Theatre Three, 423 Main St., Port Jefferson kicks off the new year with Hansel and Gretel from Jan. 25 to Feb. 8 with a sensory friendly performance on Jan. 26. Go into the woods for an outrageous adventure with the world’s most famous brother-and-sister team, Hansel and Gretel. A feeble father, a wicked stepmother, and a well-meaning if misguided witch add up to hilarious hijinx. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Frozen Jr’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off the new year with a production of Frozen Jr. from Jan. 25 to March 2. When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart! All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

FILM

‘E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial on Jan. 19 at noon. After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott who introduces “E.T.” to his brother and his little sister, and the children decide to keep its existence a secret. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 children. www.cinemaartscentre.or

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PROGRAMS

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Jan. 10 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Adaptations, Hibernation, and Migration

Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to join The Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability for Adaptations, Hibernations and Migration, at the Long Island Game Farm, 489 Chapman Blvd., Manorville on Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Participants will learn about the incredible adaptations animals use to find food, protect themselves, and endure seasonal changes while observing a variety of species like lemurs, zebras, capybaras, and playful goats. $40 per child. To register, visit www.longislandgamefarm.com. 631-878-6644

My Grown Up and Me

Temple Beth El, 660 Park Ave., Huntington  & PJ Library present My Grown Up & Me, a program for ages 18 months to 4 years, on Jan. 12 from 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Children and a parent or caregiver will enjoy a craft, snacks and storytime. $20 per child. For more info or to RSVP, email: [email protected]. 631-425-5835

Storytime Under the Stars

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its  Storytime Under the Stars series on Jan. 12 at 6 p.m. A live narrator at the front of the theater will bring selected picture books to life, with pages projected onto the Planetarium dome so families can enjoy the illustrations and follow along. Between stories, an astronomy educator will explore seasonal constellations visible from here on Long Island. All children are invited to wear their comfiest pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal. Admission is $8 per person, $6 members. Register at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Jan. 13 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Amazing Amphibians

As part of its Pollywog Adventures series, Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents Amazing Amphibians on Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. Children ages 2 to 5 will enjoy an indoor activity, craft, story and then head outside (weather permitting) to feed trout. $20 fee includes admission for the day for one child and one adult. Pre-registration required at www.cshfishhatchery.org. 516-692-6768

Moon Myths

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a Tiny Tots program, Moon Myths, on Jan. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 will enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts with a parent/caregiver. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

THEATER

‘Frozen Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Frozen Jr. from Jan. 18 to Feb. 23. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Tickets are $25 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Hansel and Gretel’

Theatre Three, 423 Main St., Port Jefferson kicks off the new year with Hansel and Gretel from Jan. 25 to Feb. 8 with a sensory friendly performance on Jan. 26. Go into the woods for an outrageous adventure with the world’s most famous brother-and-sister team, Hansel and Gretel. A feeble father, a wicked stepmother, and a well-meaning if misguided witch add up to hilarious hijinx. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Frozen Jr’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off the new year with a production of Frozen Jr. from Jan. 25 to March 2. When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart! All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

FILM

‘Jumanji’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of Jumanji on Jan. 12 at noon. When young Alan Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn’t realize its unimaginable powers, until he is magically transported before the startled eyes of his friend, Sarah, into the untamed jungles of Jumanji! Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 children. www.cinemaartscentre.org

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PROGRAMS

Vanderbilt Winter Recess Workshops

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport offers two workshops for winter recess — Bulb Botany & Winter Blooms on Dec. 26 from 10 a.m. to  noon and Solstice Lantern & Planetarium Show on Dec. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon. $20 per child, $18 members. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Holiday Break at the Fish Hatchery

Join Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor for Holiday Break from Dec. 26 to Jan. 2. Click here for the full schedule. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Festive Lighthouses

Did you know lighthouses were lit with whale oil? The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor hosts a Festive Lighthouses drop-in workshop on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Design and decorate a unique lighthouse of your own — complete with battery-powered tea light and mini wreath — to light up your home this winter.  Admission fee + $10 participant; $5 member. ​No registration required. 631-367-3418

Hanukkah Celebration

Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Global Language Reads, 402 Main St., Port Jefferson with a special Hanukkah event on Dec. 26 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Kids will enjoy crafting menorahs, dreidels, and other holiday symbols, followed by a cozy book reading that shares the story and traditions of Hanukkah. $5 per child. glrbooks.com,  631-314-9080

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Dec. 27 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Magazine Strip Art for Kids 

Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St.. Setauket welcomes children in grades K through 6 to a Magazine Strip Art workshop on Dec. 27 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Make a silhouette decoration out of recycled magazine strips at Emma Clark Library. No registration required. Open to all. Questions? Email [email protected]

Snow Globe Workshop

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St.. Cold Spring Harbor for a Snow Globe Workshop on Dec. 27 and Jan. 3 at noon or 2 p.m. Have you ever wondered how whales stay warm in freezing waters? Celebrate the wonder of whales and other arctic creatures and explore blubber and bones from our collection. Design and create a wintry whale scene inside of a shimmering snow globe-style craft to take home. Admission fee + $10 participant; $5 member. ​No registration required 631-367-3418

Candledipping Workshop

Lighten up! Ignite your creativity, roll up your sleeves, and create your own custom, hand-dipped candle with tinted waxes to take home with you at a drop-in Candledipping Workshop at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor on Dec. 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Design a colorful seashell candleholder for your candle to light up your home this winter! See whale blubber and oil from our collection, which were historically used for illumination. Admission fee + $10 participant; $5 member. ​No registration required 631-367-3418

Gesture Drawing Workshop

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport offers a Gesture Drawing Workshop with artist Wendy Klemperer on Dec. 30 from noon to 2 p.m. Participants will view drawings and sculptures in her exhibition Wrought Taxonomies, practice gestural drawing, and learn about the artistic process of creating sculpture that captures movement and form. For kids in grades 5 to 8 only. Tickets are $45, $0 members at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Nautical New Year

Did you know the New Year’s Eve ball is based on an old nautical timekeeping tradition? Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor on Dec. 31  at 11 a.m. for a countdown to 12 noon, and enjoy festive self-serve crafts all day during gallery hours. Free with museum admission. 631-367-3418

THEATER

‘Barnaby Saves Christmas’

Celebrate the holidays with Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 23 to Dec. 28. Come join Santa, Barnaby, Franklynne and all of their friends for a wonderful holiday treat. As our littlest elf and his reindeer friend set off on their journey to save Christmas, they meet some new friends along the way and learn the true meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah, and the holiday season. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Frosty’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport celebrates the return of Frosty from Nov. 23 to Dec. 29. Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from Ethel Pierpot and her evil machine that will melt all the snow. Jenny calls on her Mom, the mayor, and all of you to help her save her home and get Frosty to the North Pole. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Frozen Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Frozen Jr. from Jan. 18 to Feb. 23. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Tickets are $25 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Frozen Jr’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off the new year with a production of Frozen Jr. from Jan. 25 to March 2. When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart! All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

FILM

‘Home Alone’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of the holiday classic Home Alone on Dec. 29 at noon. When mischievous 8-year-old Kevin McCallister acts out the night before a family trip to Paris, his mother makes him sleep in the attic. After the McCallisters mistakenly leave for the airport without Kevin, he awakens to an empty house. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 children. www.cinemaartscentre.org

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PROGRAMS

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Dec. 20 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Candledipping Workshop

Lighten up! Ignite your creativity, roll up your sleeves, and create your own custom, hand-dipped candle with tinted waxes to take home with you at a drop-in Candledipping Workshop at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor on Dec. 23 and Dec. 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Design a colorful seashell candleholder for your candle to light up your home this winter! See whale blubber and oil from our collection, which were historically used for illumination. Admission fee + $10 participant; $5 member. ​No registration required. 631-367-3418

Gingerbread House Workshop

Children ages 4 to 10 are invited to join Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket for a Gingerbread House workshop on Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to noon. This event  consists of several gingerbread activities that incorporate the spirit of the farm during the holidays. Each child will go home with a gingerbread home and many crafts made on the farm. $40 per child. To register, call 631-689-8172 or visit www.bennersfarm.com.

Festive Lighthouses

Did you know lighthouses were lit with whale oil? The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor hosts a Festive Lighthouses drop-in workshop on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Design and decorate a unique lighthouse of your own — complete with battery-powered tea light and mini wreath — to light up your home this winter.  Admission fee + $10 participant; $5 member. ​No registration required 631-367-3418

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Dec. 23 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Vanderbilt Winter Recess Workshops

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport offers two workshops for winter recess — Bulb Botany & Winter Blooms on Dec. 26 from 10 a.m. to  noon and Solstice Lantern & Planetarium Show on Dec. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon. $20 per child, $18 members. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Holiday Train Display

Town of Brookhaven’s Longwood Estate, corner of Longwood Road and Smith Road, Ridge will host a Holiday Train Display from Dec. 26 to Dec 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participate in an “I Spy” game and try to find all the hidden items in the display. Free event. 631-924-1820

FILM

‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas on Dec. 22 at noon. Jack Skellington, Halloweentown’s beloved pumpkin king, has become bored with the same annual routine of frightening people in the “real world.” When Jack accidentally stumbles on Christmastown, all bright colors and warm spirits, he plots to bring Christmas under his control by kidnapping Santa Claus and taking over the role. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. To order in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Barnaby Saves Christmas’

Celebrate the holidays with Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 23 to Dec. 28. Come join Santa, Barnaby, Franklynne and all of their friends for a wonderful holiday treat. As our littlest elf and his reindeer friend set off on their journey to save Christmas, they meet some new friends along the way and learn the true meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah, and the holiday season. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Frosty’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport celebrates the return of Frosty from Nov. 23 to Dec. 29. Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from Ethel Pierpot and her evil machine that will melt all the snow. Jenny calls on her Mom, the mayor, and all of you to help her save her home and get Frosty to the North Pole. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Frozen Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Frozen Jr. from Jan. 18 to Feb. 23. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Tickets are $25 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Frozen Jr’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off the new year with a production of Frozen Jr. from Jan. 25 to March 2. When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Featuring all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart! All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com

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PROGRAMS

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Dec 6 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Children’s Holiday Party

Celebrate St. James will hold its annual Children’s Holiday Party at the St. James Community Cultural Center, 176 Second St., St. James on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. Enjoy story time, decorate cookies, take part in a sing-along, snap a picture with Santa and take home a special goodie bag to remember the day. Tickets are $20 (child & adult). $10 each additional child or adult. To register, call 631-984-0201 or visit www.celebratestjames.org.

Tender Years Treasury

The Eugene Cannataro Senior Citizens Center, 420 Middle Country Road. Smithtown will host its annual Tender Years Treasury on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children in Grades K-5 can shop for handmade gifts, all modestly priced at $5 and under, with a chaperone. Extra little shoppers may shop with parents and older siblings after 12:30 p.m. The event also features cookie decorating, face painting, and a gift wrapping station. Free admission. 631-360-7644

Santa’s Workshop

Join the Miller Place-Mt Sinai Historical Society for Santa’s Workshop at the William Miller House, 75 North Country Road, Miller Place on Dec. 7 and 8 from noon to 6 p.m. Children can do some holiday shopping (prices start at $1) and take a photo with Santa and Phantom Panther (fee). 

My Grown Up and Me

Temple Beth El, 660 Park Ave., Huntington  & PJ Library present My Grown Up & Me, a program for ages 18 months to 4 years, on Dec. 8 from 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Children and a parent or caregiver will enjoy a craft, snacks and storytime. $20 per child. For more info or to RSVP, email: [email protected]. 631-425-5835

Meet Mailman Mark

Children are invited to bring their pre-written letters for Santa to the old Miller Place Post Office at 75 North Country Road, Miller Place on Dec. 8 where Mailman Mark will bundle the letters for the North Pole from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Each child will receive a letter from Santa delivered to their home before Christmas. Tickets are $12 each at www.mpmshistorical.org.

Book Talk and Signing Event

Next Chapter Bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington welcomes author Barbara Lynn Greif for a Book Talk and Signing event for her new children’s book “SwimBee” on Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. 631-482-5008

FILM

‘The Polar Express’

Port Jefferson Station-Terryville Chamber of Commerce presents All Aboard the Polar Express! at the Chamber Train Car, corner of Route 112 and Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station on Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. $20 per person includes a screening of The Polar Express, popcorn, water, a cookie and hot cocoa. To reserve your ticket, visit www.pjstchamber.com. 631-821-1313

‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’

Cinema Art Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol on Dec. 8 at noon. Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. To order in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Barnaby Saves Christmas’

Celebrate the holidays with Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 23 to Dec. 28. Come join Santa, Barnaby, Franklynne and all of their friends for a wonderful holiday treat. As our littlest elf and his reindeer friend set off on their journey to save Christmas, they meet some new friends along the way and learn the true meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah, and the holiday season. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Frosty’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport celebrates the return of Frosty from Nov. 23 to Dec. 29. Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from Ethel Pierpot and her evil machine that will melt all the snow. Jenny calls on her Mom, the mayor, and all of you to help her save her home and get Frosty to the North Pole. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com

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PROGRAMS

Pinecone Pals

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a family program, Pinecone Pals, on Dec. 1 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Collect pine cones in the park and then create fun pine cone animal crafts to take home! $4 per person. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Dec. 2 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Meet Your Winter Neighbors

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park will host a Tiny Tots class, Meet Your Winter Neighbors, on Dec. 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 can enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts with a parent or caregiver. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Dec 6 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Children’s Holiday Party

Celebrate St. James will hold its annual Children’s Holiday Party at the St. James Community Cultural Center, 176 Second St.. St. James on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. Enjoy story time, decorate cookies, take part in a sing-along, snap a picture with Santa and take home a special goodie bag to remember the day. Tickets are $20 (child & adult). $10 each additional child or adult. To register, call 631-984-0201 or visit www.celebratestjames.org.

Tender Years Treasury

The Eugene Cannataro Senior Citizens Center, 420 Middle Country Road. Smithtown will host its annual Tender Years Treasury on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children in Grades K-5 can shop for handmade gifts, all modestly priced at $5 and under, with a chaperone. Extra little shoppers may shop with parents and older siblings after 12:30 p.m. The event also features cookie decorating, face painting, and a gift wrapping station. Free admission. 631-360-7644

FILM

‘The Polar Express’

Port Jefferson Station-Terryville Chamber of Commerce presents All Aboard the Polar Express! at the Chamber Train Car, corner of Route 112 and Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station on Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. $20 per person includes a screening of The Polar Express, popcorn, water, a cookie and hot cocoa. To reserve your ticket, visit www.pjstchamber.com. 631-821-1313

‘Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure’

Cinema Art Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure on Dec. 1 at noon. Bill and Ted, who have spent so much time forming their rock band that they’re flunking history. Luckily, a guardian angel from the future has come to them with a most bodacious solution: a time-traversing phone booth to take them into the past to learn about the world from some of history’s most influential personalities. Their journey through time turns out to be a blast but will they learn enough to pass their class? Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. To order in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Barnaby Saves Christmas’

Celebrate the holidays with Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 23 to Dec. 28. Come join Santa, Barnaby, Franklynne and all of their friends for a wonderful holiday treat. As our littlest elf and his reindeer friend set off on their journey to save Christmas, they meet some new friends along the way and learn the true meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah, and the holiday season. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. See review on page B23.

‘Frosty’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport celebrates the return of Frosty from Nov. 23 to Dec. 29. Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from mean old Ethel Pierpot and her evil machine that will melt all the snow. Jenny calls on her Mom, the mayor, and all of you to help her save her home, get Frosty to the North Pole, and make this holiday season a Winter Wonderland for one and all! Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

PROGRAMS

World Fisheries Day

Celebrate World Fisheries Day at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. Come learn about the trout they raise with hatchery tours on Nov. 21 and 22 at 3:30 p.m. and Nov. 23 and 24 at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. along with egg taking demonstrations on Nov. 23 and 24 at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

First Steps in Nature

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown continues its First Steps in Nature series for ages 2 to 4 on Nov. 22 at 9:30 a.m. with hands-on exciting activities, crafts, stories and much more. Children will gain a greater appreciation of nature and wildlife while having fun. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Growing Up Wild

Town of Brookhaven continues its nature series with Growing Up Wild at Cedar Beach Nature Center, Harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai on Nov. 23 at 3 pm. Join them for some fall family fun, learn about nature and take part in an activity. For ages 3 to 6. Free but registration required by emailing [email protected].

Lovely Leaves

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown presents a family program, Lovely Leaves, on Nov. 23 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy a short nature walk to see some common fall leaves, then create a variety of autumn leaf inspired arts and crafts! $4 per person. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

Sunday Funday: Treerific Trees

Join Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown for a fun outdoor tree adventure on Nov. 24 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about local trees and the animals who live in them while doing a craft, going on a short walk, and participating in a fun treetivity. For families with children over the age of 5. $15 per child, $5 adult. Register at www.sweetbriarnc.org. 

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Nov. 25 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Secret Sirens Scavenger Hunt

From now through December, take part in a Secret Sirens Scavenger Hunt at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St.. Cold Spring Harbor during gallery hours of Thursday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join a hunt of mythic proportions as you search for hidden merfolk tails in the gallery. Discover them all and score a prize! Enjoy self-serve crafts in the workshop inspired by our new exhibit, Monsters & mermaids! Free with admission. No registration required. 631-367-3418

FILM

‘The Polar Express’

Port Jefferson Station-Terryville Chamber of Commerce presents All Aboard the Polar Express! at the Chamber Train Car, corner of Route 112 and Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station on Nov. 21, 22, Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 23, 24, Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. $20 per person includes a screening of The Polar Express, popcorn, water, a cookie and hot cocoa. To reserve your ticket, visit www.pjstchamber.com. 631-821-1313

‘The Last Starfighter’

Cinema Art Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of The Last Starfighter on Nov. 24 at noon. After Earthling Alex conquers the Starfighter video game, he is recruited by alien Centauri to be part of an elite legion of fighters. Leaving behind his trailer park home for the outer regions of space, Alex becomes the last hope for the beleaguered Star League and hundreds of worlds — including Earth. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. To order in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Barnaby Saves Christmas’

Celebrate the holidays with Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 23 to Dec. 28 with a sensory friendly performance on Nov. 24. Come join Santa, Barnaby, Franklynne and all of their friends for a wonderful holiday treat. As our littlest elf and his reindeer friend set off on their journey to save Christmas, they meet some new friends along the way and learn the true meaning of Christmas, Hanukkah, and the holiday season. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Frosty’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport celebrates the return of Frosty from Nov. 23 to Dec. 29. Join Jenny and Frosty on their chilly adventures as they try to save the town of Chillsville from mean old Ethel Pierpot and her evil machine that will melt all the snow. Jenny calls on her Mom, the mayor, and all of you to help her save her home, get Frosty to the North Pole, and make this holiday season a Winter Wonderland for one and all! Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!’

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! on the Main Stage on Nov. 24 at 3 p.m. Whatever you do, don’t let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! It’s not easy being the Pigeon-you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the bus driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something. Featuring an innovative mix of song and feathers, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. Tickets range from $16 to $31. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.