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	The Hindu festival of Holi was celebrated with colors and dancing across Long Island on Sunday. NewsdayTV&#39;s Steve Langford reports.&nbsp;
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Expect VR experiences, aircraft tours, obstacle courses and more at the beach all weekend.

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If you're on the East End only for a day, here are things to do with your family this summer.

Family-friendly things to do in the Hamptons, Montauk 

Adventureland welcomes two new rides, including one for thrill seekers, this summer and a lake with bumper boats is set to open at Scott's Pointe.

New at summer's hottest attractions

How being laid off inspired friends to create a grassroots hiking group

The Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts in Syosset will debut a new song and dance show, "Big Shot," featuring the music of Billy Joel on June 9.

Billy Joel music inspires one-night 'Big Shot' performance 

Long Island venues are offering free admission and perks for the special women in your life.

Where moms get in for free this Mother's Day

Long Island has several spots where you can get a close peek at nature.

Where to see animals this summer

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Long Island playgrounds can transform everyday parks into imaginary lands.

Playgrounds to visit this summer

Stroller- and wheelchair-accessible paths abound at Long Island parks, preserves and beachfront destinations

Stroller-friendly walking trails to explore

Kids' summer exhibits take the fun inside and out 

Some decide not to make the change, while others say they want the surname of their children.

Couples torn on changing their last names after marriage 

Mocha Moms is a mother's group geared toward women of color, offering mom-nights-out, mom-only brunches and speakers on issues such as personal finance.

Moms group creates 'a sisterhood' for women of color

Long Island couples are inviting their furry friends to their weddings. 

Dogs, goats and ponies: The latest wedding guests

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From new rides at Adventureland to Long Island's best seafood restaurants to must-see summer concerts, here's your inside look at Newsday's summer Fun Book.

Elisa DiStefano kick-starts summer with the Fun Book show

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday family reporter Beth Whitehouse visited Adventureland in Farmingdale and Scott's Pointe in Calverton to see what's new for summer 2024.

What's new at Adventureland and Scott's Pointe: From water attractions to amusements 

From a wellness cafe to an Italian restaurant and an ice cream shop, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano checked out what's new in Port Washington.

Sampling Port Washington's new food 

Seafood chain Red Lobster has permanently closed its Stony Brook location amid a nationwide sweep. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

About 50 Red Lobsters closed suddenly, including an LI location

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries Feed Me critics' picks for the best seafood at Kyma in Roslyn and Bigelow's in Rockville Centre.

Trying Rockville Centre's famous Ipswich clams

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visited Apricot Lane Boutique in Smithtown, which sells clothes for women of all ages.

Local mom opens boutique with ties to humanitarian causes

Meet some of Long Island's prized pedigrees preparing for the Westminster Dog Show. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

It's 'like the Super Bowl of dog shows'

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin tries different variations of the crookie, a cookie-stuffed croissant, at Fiorello Dolce in Huntington and Torte Jeff in Port Jefferson.

Is it a breakfast? Is it a dessert? Meet the crookie

The Long Island chapter of Mocha Moms hosts monthly events for mothers of color. Newsday's Beth Whitehouse reports.

'Mocha Moms is a sisterhood of women of color'

Everly & Co. Boutique opened in Babylon in the former Ohh La La space. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

"I want you to feel like you're shopping with a friend that you can trust."

Students at Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts rehearse "Big Shot," a musical set to Billy Joel's songs. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

'Definitely a weight bringing these songs to life'

Luke Harmon, 8, of East Setauket, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and his father said he didn't know how to communicate. That is, until Luke learned to express himself by building Legos.

'Really cool to see and know how far I've gotten'

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Jaguars, muscle cars, hot rods are all revved up and ready to be seen.

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The Beach Boys, Alanis Morissette and Third Eye Blind are among the performers coming to Wantagh this summer. 

Jones Beach concerts

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