How Cool is this... I grew up 20 minutes from Nikola Tesla's Wardenclyffe Laboratory and never even…read moreknew it even existed until today. What's even cooler is that the original red brick laboratory building still stands, and is the only surviving Tesla lab today. Wardenclyffe was to be the prototype station for what he imagined as a grid of towers spanning the globe, realizing his dream of worldwide wireless power. #tesla I would like to learn more about this place and find out if they offer tours of the facility and grounds. https://teslasciencecenter.org/history/tower/

Yesterday July 14th was the celebration of Nikola Tesla's birthday at Wardenclyffe and I was really…read morehappy to see such a large crowd. The amazing thing about this place is it is where Tesla worked and lived, right here on Long Island. The history surrounding this place is really awesome and if you do any kind of research on this brilliant inventor you will find that many things you thought were invented by other's were really ideas and inventions of his. I am so happy that the people working to renovate this historical site are so dedicated and passionate about spreading the word to the public. I hope the next event here is even better than this previous one and it just keeps getting bigger and better. If you live on Long Island and especially around the Shoreham area you really need to get involved and help spread the word about this amazing historical site right in our own back yard! Thank you to all the volunteers who dedicate so much of their time to spread the word and especially to Marc Alessi, Executive Director for his awesome tour of the facility, and for always being so approachable, patient and friendly :-) You can learn more at: malessi@teslasciencecenter.org www.teslasciencecenter.org

Dropped by with two kids. A lot of stations to keep kids busy and happy. This wasn't a fully…read moreplanned trip, so I had to rush the kids through. Even though some of the games we have at home, it's more fun when there are more sets to create from. It's very inexpensive at only $5.

The place is small and great for little kids. They have a lot of activities. They have a boat with…read moresand, marble blocks, touch screens and learn, etc.

Wonderful place. My 2 sons had a blast. Flying drones - real fun. The VR goggles were amazing…read more You know you sitting down safe in a chair with the headset on, but you really feel like you are walking on the ocean floor as fish and seals dart around you. I understand they have other programs too. Great fun. Located in the Tanger Outlet Mall in Riverhead. Make sure you call before you go, the hours vary.

Really cute place in the tanger outlets! I took my nephew and daughter on a Sunday and it was a…read moresteady crowd. The two associates at the front were super helpful and patient as well, you had to sign up for a waiting list for the virtual reality and they made sure everybody got a chance. My nephew is autistic and they were really patient with him which I appreciated. The reason for the 4 star review is the fact that it was expensive for three of us and not a lot of exhibits. It was hands one which I loved but the main reason we went there was for the drones and they were broken when we got there. I am hoping to go back when the drones are available but for the price, not sure yet. The kids had a really nice time though.

Didn't know this existed until yesterday. Just around a mile from Calverton National Cemetery where…read moremy parents are buried, this park has a F-14 Tomcat ( Anytime Baby!), a A-6 Intruder, and a Phoenix Missile. I grew up in Bethpage and so Grumman was all around me, and lived in Redondo Beach, CA for 26 years, home of Northrop Grumman, so anything related is very sentimental to me...so it was great seeing several bricks in the walkway, too many to count stating proud employee, etc, and so many with several decades on the job. There's a small path as well. Hours: 9-5 daily.

As someone who is related to family who worked at the legendary Grumman on Long Island this small…read morememorial park holds special meaning. I've visited here numerous times for a run in Calverton and it's always a cool feeling to park here and view the fighter jets - F14 Tomcat and A6 Intruder. It's well manicured with parking, plaques detailing the aircraft and histories, some picnic benches, and memorial bricks lining the inside of the park area highlighting those who worked on their many projects in aerospace and aviation. There are running and biking trails from this park out on and around the former 10,000 foot flight test runway. Worth a visit for aviation history buffs if you are out on LI near the area.

My hubby and I love pinball. Whenever we find a pinball joint, we'll always go and play…read more We recently visited Pinball Long Island for date night and had such a good time. They had a great assortment of machines and loved that some with the same themes were next to each other. It was clean and well designed, with the charming relics in the way back. There were some old style arcade games up front too which was a fun surprise. I love me some Space Invaders. It wasn't crowded when we went and we played a little before dinner and then again after... I'd love to see it busier because I hate the idea it might not stick around... A really fun way to spend an afternoon or evening. If you haven't, check it out. Pinball is fun!

If you like pinball, this is the place to go to. Let's be a little bit technical. They have a…read morehandful of machines from the 60s and 70s, a bunch from the 1980s and 1990s and quite a few that are about 20 to 25 years old. all of the machines are extremely well-maintained and very clean. The folks/patrons that were there were very pleasant. No marauders or riffraff. They charged $20 and you could play as much as you want for as long as you want. That is a unimaginable bargain. Frankly, it is a no-brainer. Not that this dilute the value, but be aware of a couple things. First, there is nothing to eat or drink in the establishment. I don't think this is such a bad idea because food and drinks can spill or get all over the equipment in the machines and ruin them. So you're probably thinking....I will take a break and walk to one of the juxtaposed restaurants. No. You'll have to pay again. Full price. Maybe bring your own snack and beverage--if they let you. I'm not sure. Definitely come here and don't batt and eyelash!, you'll be glad you did!!!!

Yesterday, was a glorious Sunday at the Long Island Maritime Museum, in West Sayville. There was a…read moreseafood festival, taking place outdoors, in the beautiful grounds of this park-like settings.. The weather was perfect. Warm and sunny. The breeze coming from the Marina was very pleasant. Picnic chairs and blankets were scattered around. Food, drinks, live music were the perfect combo. Me and my parents arrived at 3:30 pm. It was packed with people of all ages, and of course, a lot of children were present. Several food trucks were scattered around the park area of the museum. The best empanadas were from Island Empanadas food truck. The shrimp mango empanada were delicious! Moist inside, and the crispy crust was amazing. Let's not forget grilled corn and fresh oysters we're also on my radar. I also enjoyed a glass of summer ale while I was people-watching. It was the best way to spend a summer Sunday afternoon.

There are at least 30 very unique historical boats in the boat building. This place is a real gem…read more What a lovely setting on the water. Good for all ages.

Little gem of a museum tucked away up the hill from Main St in Port Jefferson. It was originally…read morethe home of John T. Mather, now houses antiques from the 1800s like old ships and paintings, hats and fabrics, toys and furniture. There's also an old lock exhibit, and other small exhibits on the property as well. Be sure to check out their museum shop next door which has some really nice antiques at great prices. Scored a stein for $18! Admission is by donation. A nice place to stop by if you're in the area.

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My local library didn't have the books I wanted to read but Longwood library had them. The lady at…read morethe desk was super helpful with assisting me In finding the 2 books

Great place for the kids to do activities. They have free movie tickets, museum passes and so much…read moremore. They have crafts for the kids on weekends.. alyssa the children librarian is great with the kids!!!

One of the coolest exhibits in the area!!! The amount of history in the exhibit is amazing. The…read moretour featuring Washington's spies is phenomenal and the tour guides are extremely knowledgeable! They also offer a DIY phone tour that you can drive to various sites and view countless other historic sites and museums. My wife and I loved the exhibit and it featured the real life characters of the AMC series TURN, but gave the the FACTS of the Washington's Spy ring! We will definitely be coming back!!!