School’s out and the kids are home. Need some inspiration on what to do? Check out our latest listings of events that are coming up through the beginning of August, from learning to focus on breathing techniques and yoga poses at The Village Artist Fine Arts Center in Huntington, to enjoying live music with the whole family outdoors in Northport Village plus scavenger hunts and contests.
What: Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Jar Craft
Where: The Village Artist Fine Arts Center, Huntington
When: Sunday, July 28th, 12-1pm
Cost: $20/child (ages 6 and up)
About: Class focuses on breathing techniques, yoga poses and mindfulness activities centered on a theme. Students will build strength, flexibility, and coordination while acquiring relaxation tools in a non-competitive and nurturing space. This month’s craft will be a mindfulness jar that children can take with them and use at home to quiet their mind.
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What: Children’s Creative Workshops: Nature Walk & Scientific Journal
Where: Vanderbuilt Museum, Carriage House/Learning Center
When: July 29th, 10am-12pm
Cost: $20/$18 Members
About: The Museum offers fun summer workshops for children in grades K-3.
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What: Children’s Creative Workshops: Sail the Seas with Mt. V & Steamship
Where: Vanderbuilt Museum, Carriage House/Learning Center
When: July 30th, 10am-12pm
Cost: $20/$18 Members
About: The Museum offers fun summer workshops for children in grades K-3.
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What: Children’s Creative Workshops: Big Cat Safari & Mask
Where: Vanderbuilt Museum, Carriage House/Learning Center
When: July 31st, 10am-12pm
Cost: $20/$18 Members
About: The Museum offers fun summer workshops for children in grades K-3.
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What: Summer Drop-In Art for Ages 5 to 10
Where: The Heckscher Museum of Art
When: Wednesday, July 31st, 10:30-11:30am
Cost: $5 per child.One accompanying adult free. Parents/caregivers are welcome, but not required to stay.
About: For children ages 5 – 10. Young artists are invited to create wonderful works of art under the guidance of professional museum educators this July & August. Each day, children will either paint at an inspiring location in Heckscher Park (weather permitting) or draw, collage, or sculpt in the Museum galleries. Each day will feature a new and exciting project.
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What: Kids Workshop: Rocket Pencil Box
Where: Home Depot, Huntington
When: Saturday, August 3rd, 9am-12pm
Cost: Free
About: Take school work to another galaxy in a hands-on workshop where you and your child can build a rocket pencil box. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a free certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.
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What: Northport Harbor Family Nights
Where: Main Street, Northport Village Park
When: Tuesdays August 6 and August 13, 6:30pm
Cost: Free
About: Enjoy two jam-packed evenings of live music, sidewalk sales, and family fun, including scavenger hunts and contests.
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What: Summerfest Concerts
Where: Northport Village Park
When: Thursday August 2-30th, 7:30pm
Cost: Free
About: The waterside commons area features a playground, chess tables, and live music at the bandshell. Sponsored by the Northport Chamber of Commerce.
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What: Multisport Fun Camp
Where: NorthSport Athletic Facility
When: August 12-16th, 9am to 3pm
Cost: Full week registration $275, Single day registration online $65, single day registration walk-in $70.
About: Fun and games all day! Dodgeball, soccer, hockey, football, basketball, lacrosse, kickball, capture the flag and much more.
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