PROGRAMS

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on June 27 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Aquarium Celebration

In honor of National Zoo and Aquarium Month, Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold an Aquarium Celebration on June 28 with Animal Encounters at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.; a Hatchery Tour at 11 a.m.; Turtle Feed & Talk at noon, Longnose Gar Feeding Demo at 2 p.m. and crafts all day. Included with admission of $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Growing Up Wild

Town of Brookhaven offers a nature program at Cedar Beach Nature Center, 244 Harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai on June 28 at 10 a.m. and again at 2 p.m.  Children ages 3 to 6 with a parent/caregiver are invited to explore nature with story time, live animals and an activity. Free but registration required by emailing [email protected].

Mommy, Me & Monet

Celebrate St. James hosts a Mommy, Me & Monet: Garden Tees and Tiny Masterpieces  art class at the St. James Cultural Center, 176 2nd St., St. James on June 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. Led by artist Rhoda Angelier, children ages 4 to 6 will paint side by side with a parent/caregiver to make a garden designed one of a kind t-shirt masterpiece. $40 per child. To register, visit celebratestjames.org. 

BNL Family Fun

Explore Brookhaven National Lab, Upton at a Family Fun Open House Summer Sunday on June 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy interactive exhibits, STEM Live! shows, demonstrations, lectures, tours and meet Spot, the robot dog. Free. Guests 18 and older must bring REAL ID-compliant identification. bnl.gov/sundays/2025/

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

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

FILM

‘Happy Feet’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen Happy Feet on June 29 at noon. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 

‘Moana 2’

Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai kicks off its Movies in the Moonlight series with a screening of Moana 2 on June 27 at dusk. Free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Presented by the North Shore Youth Council and Suffolk County Legislator Chad Lennon. 631-403-4846

THEATER

‘The Fantasmix’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its children’s theater with The Fantasmix: A Superhero Journey Begins! from July 11 to July 26 with a sensory friendly performance on July 13 at 11 a.m. Come help the world’s newest superheroes Lightning and Bolt as they embark on an epic journey to save our planet — and all its water! The electrifying brother-and-sister duo discovers that together, they have what it takes to save the world. Tickets are $15. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘The Little Mermaid Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. from July 12 to Aug. 17. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Tickets are $26.50. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Madagascar: A Musical Adventure from July 19 to Aug. 24. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime.  Follow all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com

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PROGRAMS

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on June 20 and June 27 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Bicycle Rodeo

Town of Brookhaven’s Safety Town, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsvile will host a Bicycle Rodeo on June 21 from 8 a.m. to noon. This event encourages children to learn how to safely ride their bikes in a mock-roadway, kid-sized setting and given feedback on their own bicycle-handling abilities Bring a helmet and bicycle; both will be inspected for safety. Free but by appointment only. Call 631-451-5335.

Princess Tea Party

Calling all little Princes and Princesses! Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a magical morning of fun at a Princess Tea Party with Snow White on June 21 at Griswolds Cafe from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. This royal event includes craft time, tea time with cookies from Curtain Call Confections, and a meet and greet with Snow White. Tickets are $12 per child. For more information or to order, call 631-928-9100.

Clay Pot Making

The Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook presents a Clay Pot Making workshop for children in grades 3 to 5 on June 22 from 10 a.m. to noon. Children will discover the joy of pottery and working with clay and create their very own clay pots to take home. $45 per child includes all materials. To register, call 631-751-7707.

Catfish Scavenger Hunt

In honor of National Catfish Day, Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold a Catfish Scavenger Hunt June 22 to June 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Discover the truth about catfish in this fact vs. fiction adventure. Included with admission of $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

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

Feeling Crabby

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a Tiny Tots program, Feeling Crabby, on June 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent or caregiver will enjoy short walks, stories, dances, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

THEATER

‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a hysterical musical retelling of the wonderful story Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs from May 31 to June 21. Come on down for this daffy tale with a Queen, a Witch, a Princess with skin as white as snow, and seven crazy dwarfs that are guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish. Tickets are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com

‘The Little Mermaid Jr’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. from July 12 to Aug. 17. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Tickets are $26.50. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘The Fantasmix’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its children’s theater with The Fantasmix: A Superhero Journey Begins! from July 11 to July 26 with a sensory friendly performance on July 13 at 11 a.m. Come help the world’s newest superheroes — Lightning and Bolt — as they embark on an epic journey to save our planet — and all its water! The electrifying brother-and-sister duo discovers that together, they have what it takes to save the world. Tickets are $15. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Madagascar: A Musical Adventure from July 19 to Aug. 24. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime.  Follow all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

FILM

‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on June 22 at noon. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails are back for their most epic adventure yet. The team reunite to face a new formidable foe, Shadow, a mysterious hedgehog with powers unlike anything they’ve ever seen. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org

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PROGRAMS

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on June 13, June 20 and June 27 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Art Explorers Club

Start your weekend with art! The Heckscher Museum, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington presents Art Explorer’s Club: Underwater Treasures for ages 5 to 10 on June 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Students will explore the ocean through a sea-inspired book, using it as a springboard for creativity. They will design and sculpt their own sea creature, bringing it to life with paint and personalized accessories. To further enrich the experience, students will also write a short story featuring their unique creation. $5 per family. Register at www.heckscher.org.

Summer Splash Workshop

Celebrate St. James Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd Street, St. James presents a Summer Splash children’s art workshop on June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. Children ages 5 to 12 will use various art techniques including drawing, painting, collage and printmaking to craft their very own one-of-a-kind summer-themed masterpiece. $40 per child includes all materials. To register, visit www.celebratestjamesorg. 631-984-0201

Father’s Day Painting Workshop

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 & 9, St. James presents an in-studio Father’s Day workshop for children ages 6 to 12 on June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn how to paint an awesome monster truck painting for Dad or that special Dad in your life with step-by-step instruction from Miss Linda. $55 per child includes an 11″ by 14″ canvas and all art supplies. To register, visit theatelieratflowerfield.org. 631-250-9009.

Second Saturdays at the LIM

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook continues its Second Saturdays in the Studio series on June 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families are welcome to join educators in the LIM studio and participate in a hands-on activity or art project inspired by the Triumph of Nature exhibition and decorate a small flower pot. Take home seeds to watch botanical beauty bloom from the outside and within. No registration required. Included with museum admission. 631-751-0066

Crafternoon at the Library

Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket will host a Crafternoon for children ages 3 to 12 (with their grown-up) on June 14. Stop in anytime between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to create a work of art with recycled materials. No registration required. Bring a friend! Questions? Email [email protected]

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on June 16 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Sidewalk Chalk Mosaics

Join the Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station for a Sidewalk Chalk Mosaics workshop on June 18 from 11 a.m. to noon. Children ages 3 to 5 will explore different materials and techniques while having fun $15 per child. To register, visit www.waltwhitman.org. 631-427-5240

Fish Scavenger Hunt

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold a Fish Scavenger Hunt on June 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about fish that live in New York as you explore the hatchery and solve the riddles. Included with admission of $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Shake, Rattle and Roll

In honor of Juneteenth, the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor presents Shake, Rattle and Roll on June 19. Drop by between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to  explore how West African music influenced American sailors’ work songs at sea. Create your own sistrum, a traditional instrument using shells! Admission fee plus $10 per particIpant. 631-367-3418

THEATER

‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a hysterical musical retelling of the wonderful story Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs from May 31 to June 21. Come on down for this daffy tale with a Queen, a Witch, a Princess with skin as white as snow, and seven crazy dwarfs that are guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish. Tickets are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com

‘The Little Mermaid Jr’

Ready for an under the sea adventure? Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. from July 12 to Aug. 17. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Tickets are $26.50. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Madagascar: A Musical Adventure from July 19 to Aug. 24. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime.  Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘The Fantasmix’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its children’s theater with The Fantasmix: A Superhero Journey Begins! from July 11 to July 26 with a sensory friendly performance on July 13 at 11 a.m. Come help the world’s newest superheroes — Lightning and Bolt — as they embark on an epic journey to save our planet — and all its water! The electrifying brother-and-sister duo discovers that together, they have what it takes to save the world. Tickets are $15. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

FILM

‘Finding Nemo’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen Finding Nemo on Father’s Day, June 15 at noon. An adventurous young clownfish is unexpectedly taken from his Great Barrier Reef home to a dentist’s office aquarium. It’s up to his worrisome father Marlin and his friendly but forgetful regal blue tang fish Dory to bring Nemo home —meeting vegetarian sharks, surfer dude turtles, hypnotic jellyfish, hungry seagulls, and more along the way. Rated G. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 

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PROGRAMS

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on June 6, June 13, June 20 and June 27 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Amphibian Scavenger Hunt

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold an Amphibian Scavenger Hunt on June 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about the amphibians that live in New York as you explore the hatchery and complete a scavenger hunt. Included with admission of $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Sensational Strawberries

Registration is now open for Sensational Strawberries, a kids workshop at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket on June 7 from 10 a.m. to noon.  Children ages 4 to 11 will hike to the strawberry fields, pick ripe fruit and make delicious goodies to take home while learning how to make strawberries into jam, ice cream, cupcakes and more! $40 per child. To register, call 631-689-8172 or visit www.bennersfarm.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 June 9 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

The Wizard’s Quest

Whaling Museum. 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor presents The Wizard’s Quest from June 5 to June 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wizards young and old are invited to journey around the gallery to hunt for fantastical beasts and mythical monsters in this magical self-paced adventure activity. Solve riddles to collect potion ingredients along the way before mixing up a miniature vial of shimmering elixir to keep on a necklace or keychain. Recommended for ages 7+ with the help of an adult. Admission fee plus $12 at the door. 631-367-3418

THEATER

‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a hysterical musical retelling of the wonderful story Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs from May 31 to June 21 with a sensory friendly performance on June 1 at 11 a.m. Come on down for this daffy tale with a Queen, a Witch, a Princess with skin as white as snow, and seven crazy dwarfs that are guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish. Tickets are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘The Little Mermaid Jr’

Ready for an under the sea adventure? Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. from July 12 to Aug. 17. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Tickets are $26.50. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

FILM

‘The Princess Bride’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen The Princess Bride, a fairy tale adventure about a beautiful young woman and her one true love who must battle the evils of the mythical kingdom of Florin to be reunited with each other, on June 8 at noon. Scaling the Cliffs of Insanity, battlling Rodents of Unusual Size, facing torture in the Pit of Despair ­— true love has never been easy. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

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Father’s Day Painting Workshop

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 & 9, St. James presents an in-studio Father’s Day workshop for children ages 6 to 12 on Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn how to paint this awesome monster truck painting for Dad or that special Dad in your life with step-by-step instruction from Miss Linda. $55 per child includes an 11″ by 14″ canvas and all art supplies. To register, visit theatelieratflowerfield.org. For more information, please call 631-250-9009.

PROGRAMS

International Museum Day

Join the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach for their  annual festival celebrating International Museum Day on May 15 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Representatives from many local museums, historical societies, science and nature centers will be on hand to share information regarding their collections, programs and exhibits with activities for the kids. Free. 631-585-9393

Touch-A-Truck at the MCPL

Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach host a Touch-A-Truck event in parking lot on May 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids will have the opportunity to explore a variety of vehicles, sit in the driver’s seat, and delve into the fascinating world of trucks. This one-of-a-kind event will showcase massive trucks and heavy equipment from law enforcement, the fire department, commercial businesses, industrial companies, and much more. Held rain or shine. 631-585-939

Building Detectives
Preservation Long Island presents Building Detectives: Discovering Cold Spring Harbor Architecture on May 17 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly walking tour and hands-on activities to explore the beautiful architectural history of Cold Spring Harbor. Together with Town Historian Robert Hughes and Preservation Director Tara Cubie, families will explore historic Cold Spring Harbor through a guided scavenger hunt and crafting activities that make architectural history come alive. Perfect for children ages 6-12 and their parents or caregivers. Family Ticket $25 (Includes 1 caregiver and up to two children under age 13), Member Family Ticket $20 (Includes 1 caregiver and up to two children under age 13) Additional child — $5 per child. Click HERE for tickets.

Three Village Community  Day

Join the Three Village Chamber of Commerce for a day of fun at the Three Village Community Day fair on the Setauket Village Green, 1 Dyke Road, Setauket on May 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop one-of-a-kind finds and handmade goods; explore booths from local businesses; and enjoy delicious food and live music. Bring the kids for face painting and family fun! Rain date is May 18. 3vchamber.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 May 19 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

One Fish, Two Fish

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a  Tiny Tots program, One Fish, Two Fish, on May 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/caregiver will enjoy short walks, stories, dances, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

THEATER

‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a hysterical musical retelling of the wonderful story Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs from May 31 to June 21 with a sensory friendly performance on June 1 at 11 a.m. Come on down for this daffy tale with a Queen, a Witch, a Princess with skin as white as snow, and seven crazy dwarfs that are guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish. Tickets are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

FILM

‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington presents Sonic the Hedgehog 2 on May 18 at noon. The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure! After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 

PROGRAMS

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on May 9 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Art Explorers Club

Heckscher Museum, 2 Prime Ave. Huntington continues its Art Explorers Club on May 10 with Blooming with Love from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in Spanish and 11 a.m. to noon in English. Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to join bilingual Museum Educator Kim Zambrano in exploring the art of printmaking to create a colorful flower-filled memory garden. This project will be inspired by Heckscher Park. $5 per family, free for members. To register, visit www.heckscher.org.

Baby Animal Day

Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Road, Yaphank will host a Baby Animal Day on May 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day on the farm with baby animals, wagon rides, food trucks, games, and more! $15 per person ages 3+ in advance includes unlimited wagon rides, baby animal visits, live music, touch-a-truck, pony rides, face painting, vendor fair and more. $20 at the gate. To pay in advance, visit ccesuffolk.org. 631-852-4600

Mother’s Day Painting Workshop

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 & 9, St. James presents an in-studio, one day kids workshop on May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon. Children ages 6 to 12  will learn how to paint a beautiful orchid painting for Mom just in time for Mother’s Day with step-by-step instruction by Miss Linda. Fee is $55 per child and includes an 11″ by 14″ canvas and all art supplies. To register, visit theatelieratflowerfield.org. 631-250-9009.

Second Saturdays in the Studio

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook continues its Second Saturdays in the Studio series on May 10 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families are welcome to join educators in the LIM studio and participate in a hands-on activity or art project inspired by exhibitions on view. Included with museum admission. All supplies provided. Children under 16 must have an adult with them. No registration necessary. 631-751-0066

Fairy Garden Workshop

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket presents a Fairy Garden workshop for ages 4 to 10 on May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon. Take a tour around the farm to find all the natural materials — plants, flowers, dirt, stones, moss and more — to build your own fairy garden! $40 per child. To register, call 631-689-8172.

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on May 12 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Flower Power

Nissequogue River State Park, 799 St. Johnland Road, Kings Park presents a Tiny Tots class, Flower Power, on May 15 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/caregiver will enjoy short walks, stories, dances, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

THEATER

‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson celebrates Spring with the return of The Adventures of Peter Rabbit from April 16 to May 10 at 11 a.m. With the help of his sisters—Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail—and his cousin, Benjamin Bunny, Peter Rabbit learns the power of sharing and caring in this adorable musical. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a hysterical musical retelling of the wonderful story, Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs from May 31 to June 21 with a sensory friendly performance on June 1. Come on down for this daffy tale with a Queen, a Witch, a Princess with skin as white as snow, and seven crazy dwarfs that are guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish. Tickets are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com

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PROGRAMS

Books in the Barn

Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/giver are invited to Books in the Barn, a free storytime event about farms, barns and animals at the Smithtown Historical Society’s Franklin O. Arthur Farm, 245 East Main St., Smithtown on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. To register, call the Smithtown Library at 631-360-2480, ext. 213. 

Spring Festival at the Hatchery – This event has been postponed to May 3.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents a Spring Festival fundraiser on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with kid’s fishing, food, music, games, environmental exhibitors and live animal encounters. Rain date is May 3. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Model Train Show

Drop by the Smithtown Historical Society’s Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main St., Smithtown on April 26 for a Model Train Show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring an HO Scale operating layout from Long Island HOTracks. Proceeds go to the Smithtown Historical Society’s maintenance of farm buildings and animal care. Tickets are $5 adults. $3 kids ages 3 to 12 at the door.  631-265-6768

Fink’s Touch-A-Tractor event

Join Fink’s Country Farm, 6242 Middle Country Road, Wading River for a Touch-A-Truck event on April 26 and April 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Come see and learn about the equipment that grows your food. Enjoy a jump pillow, chicken show, play area, barnyard and more. $11 per person ages 3 and up. 631-886-2272

Cuddle and Care

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, Setauket presents a kids workshop, Cuddle and Care, on April 26 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Children will be introduced to the farm’s newest baby animals and learn what they eat, how they grow, and how to take care of them. There will also be a farm tour, crafts, and a tractor ride! For ages 3 to 10. $40 per child. To register, call 631-689-8172 or visit www.bennersfarm.com.

Storytime Under the Stars

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its Storytime Under the Stars series on April 27 at 6 p.m. Your favorite bedtime storybooks come to life in the planetarium theater! Children ages 2 and older are invited to wear their most comfy pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal. Tickets are $8 for guests, $6 for members at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Rocket Thru the Solar System

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a Tiny Tots program, Rocket Thru the Solar System, on May 1 at 10:30 p.m. Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/caregiver will enjoy short walks, stories, dances, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Register at ww.eventbrite.com.

FILM

‘The Neverending Story’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids series with a screening of The Neverending Story on April 27 at noon. When Bastian reads a book called “The Neverending Story” about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by “The Nothing,” a darkness that destroys everything it touches, he begins to wonder if Fantasia is real and needs him to survive. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical’

John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Diary of  a Wimpy Kid The Musical from March 22 to April 27. Read the books? Watched the movies? Now experience the musical! Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way. All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

A Royal Princess Party

Tickets are now on sale for A Royal Princess Party: A Villainous Tale of Magic! at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East Main St., Smithtown from April 12 to May 4. Just in time for Spring Break, the princesses return to the Royal Kingdom of Smithtown. Special surprises and magical touches make this show a royal treat! Tickets are $17.50 per person. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson celebrates Spring Break with the return of The Adventures of Peter Rabbit from April 16 to May 10 with a sensory friendly performance on April 27 at 11 a.m. With the help of his sisters—Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail—and his cousin, Benjamin Bunny, Peter Rabbit learns the power of sharing and caring in this adorable musical. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.