Pizza Night with Swing Dance Long Island
2026-04-07 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Huntington Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Pizza will be served at Swing Dance Long Island’s Tuesday dance on the first Tuesday of each month at the Huntington Moose Lodge in Greenlawn. Lesson at 7:30PM and social swing dancing at 8PM. No partner is necessary and beginners are welcome. $10 for SDLI members and students, $15 for non-SDLI members. Please check the website: https://www.sdli.org for the latest information.

Huntington Fine Arts presents Watercolor Workshop & Multi-week Intensive (Ages 18+)
2026-04-08 10:00 - 12:30 | Huntington Fine Arts, 266 East Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Discover the fluid beauty of watercolor painting in a hands-on environment designed for artists of all levels. Learn essential techniques including color mixing and layering transparent, jewel-like washes to create luminous paintings. All materials provided. One-Night Workshop: Learn essential techniques and create a finished piece to take home in just one session. Dates: March 4, April 8, May 13, & June 17. Intensive: Master advanced techniques and create a high-quality masterpiece. Continues for four additional weeks after each workshop.

Huntington Fine Arts presents Watercolor Workshop & Multi-week Intensive (Ages 13-18)
2026-04-08 16:00 - 18:30 | Huntington Fine Arts, 266 East Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States

Boulevard Bungalow Opening Reception at U.S. Brews
2026-04-08 18:00 - 2026-05-06 20:00 | US Brews, 109 Mill Dam Rd, Centerport, NY, 11721, United States
Join us for a special evening celebrating local art and community!
Boulevard Bungalow will be showcasing a gallery of original artwork inspired by your favorite local spots at US Brews throughout the month of April.
✨ Opening Night Celebration
🗓 Wednesday, April 8th
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 US Brews
Come enjoy:
• Local art on display
• Great beer
• Delicious food
• Live music
• A fun midweek night out with friends
Stop by, say hello, and see the collection in person. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to Boulevard Bungalow, I’d love to celebrate this exciting month with you.

The Art Guild of Port Washington presents Gelliplate Printing: An Introduction to monoprinting with Kaili Woop
2026-04-11 11:00 - 13:30 | The Art Guild of Port Washington, 200 Port Washington Boulevard, Manhasset, NY, 11030
Explore the experimental process of gelliprinting, a contemporary monotype process that combines color, texture, and intuitive mark-making. In this hands-on workshop, participants will practice layering techniques such as collagraph and charcoal transfers while using acrylic paint, stencils, botanical elements, and mixed-media tools to create one-of-a-kind prints.
Designed for all experience levels, this session encourages creative play while introducing foundational principles of composition, color, and surface design. Participants will leave with a dynamic collection of unique prints and fresh inspiration for future creative exploration. **All materials are provided.

Long Island Traditional Music Association presents LITMA Smithtown Contradance
2026-04-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Smithtown Historical Society Brush Barn, 211 E Main St, Smithtown, 11787, United States
Contradance for all.
All dances taught.
Beginners, singles and families welcome

Harborfields Library presents Sunday Afternoon at the Opera
2026-04-12 14:30 - 15:30 | Harborfields Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Presented by Opera Night, Long Island Experience an unforgettable afternoon of music under the inspired artistic direction of Isabella Eredita Johnson. Revel in thrilling highlights from opera’s greatest masters, Verdi, Puccini, Bellini, and Mozart – alongside radiant selections from art songs, operettas, and musical theater, featuring the timeless melodies of Rodgers & Hammerstein, Sondheim, and Lerner & Loewe. Your host, the everengaging Steven Lohlein, brings each piece to life with stories and insights that will deepen your enjoyment. Registration is underway.

Serenade Duo presents Concert & Conversation
2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Setauket Neigborhood House, 95 Main Street, East Setauket, 11733, United States
Join international award-winning ensemble Serenade Duo, Michelle LaPorte flutist and Gerry Saulter guitarist, for an engaging recital of of “Global Chamber Music” in the historic Setauket Neighborhood House.
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with flute and guitar music by American composers representing unique cultural stories, humanity, and hope. To enhance the listening experience, Serenade Duo will share some friendly conversation about the pieces and composers.
Audience interaction is encouraged – be a part of a musical event designed to bring people and the arts together!
Free General Admission
Pay-What-You-Wish contributions appreciated. Seating is limited.
Please register to attend: www.serenadeduo.com/calendar
Michelle LaPorte is a 2025 Artist Fellowship Grant Recipient. This work is supported by Long Island Grants for the Arts through funds provided by the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by The Huntington Arts Council.

DJ Dancing with Swing Dance Long Island
2026-04-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Huntington Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Join us at the Huntington Moose Lodge for an evening of mostly Swing Dancing starting with a dance lesson at 7:30 PM, DJ music and mostly swing dancing from 8 until 10 PM. Beginners and Singles are welcome. No partner required. Wear comfortable clothes. $10 for SDLI members and students, $15 for non-SDLI members. On the 2nd Tuesday of the month we often have a guest instructor teaching either West Coast Swing or some other form of dance. Please check the web site: https://www.sdli.org for the latest information.

Huntington Arts Council CALL TO ARTISTS Field Notes: Experimental Practices in Nature
2026-04-15 08:00 - 2026-06-01 17:00 | Huntington Arts Council, 213 Main Street, Huntington, NY, 11743, United States
The Huntington Arts Council invites artists to participate in Field Notes: Experimental Practices in Nature, juried by Christine Donnelly. This exhibition seeks work inspired by the natural world, with an emphasis on experimentation, material exploration, and expressive approaches. We are looking to move beyond the traditional landscape. Artists are invited to submit pieces that reflect a deep personal engagement with nature and the creative process. This is an exploration of the organic as a medium and a muse for experimental inquiry.
Submission deadline: June 1, 2026

For more information and to submit, please go to www.huntingtonarts.org

The Whaling Museum presents Crafts & Cocktails: Liberty Lanterns
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, 11724, United States
Thurs. April 16 | 6:30 PM | Adults 21+
From coastal lighthouses to the lanterns that launched Paul Revere’s midnight ride, discover how light has carried messages across dark waters and city streets throughout time. Explore historic incidents when light was used by mariners and American patriots as tools of warning, coordination, and resistance—while sipping a refreshing glass of our colonial-inspired “Paul Revere’s Punch.” Then craft your own beachy twine-wrapped glass lantern to take home and enjoy.
$25 Member; $35 Participant
This event is part of our “Liberty at Sea” series—a new year long program commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Bring your passport to the program and get a passport stamp! ⁠

Huntington Arts Council presents: High Arts Showcase XXII Reception
2026-04-17 16:00 - 19:00 | NY
Please join us April 17th, 4:00 – 7:00pm for our High Arts Showcase XXII Reception. Our Main Street Gallery is located at 213 Main St, Huntington, NY 11743.
High Arts Showcase XXII Visual Exhibition is the Huntington Art Council’s annual student exhibition featuring the work of 11th and 12th grade students from the JOURNEY Program’s partner schools.
The JOURNEY partner school districts are: Cold Spring Harbor CSD
Commack UFSD
Harborfields CSD
Huntington UFSD
Kings Park CSD
Northport – East Northport UFSD
Plainview – Old Bethpage CSD
South Huntington UFSD
Westbury UFSD
About JOURNEY: JOURNEY Arts in Education Program was established in 1985 by Chairperson Sandy Chapin, local area educators and in partnership with district administrators. The K-12 program is administered through the Huntington Arts Council’s Arts in Education Department with the help of district liaisons. The mission of JOURNEY is to integrate cultural arts into classroom curriculum encouraging an individualized experience and appreciation of cultural diversity through the arts.

The Art Guild of Port Washington presents Spring Gardens with Su-Chow Tannuzzo
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | The Art Guild of Port Washington, 200 Port Washington Boulevard, Manhasset, NY, 11030
Celebrate the arrival of the season by bringing the outdoors in. Whether you prefer the fluid transparency of watercolors, the rich texture of oils, or the bold versatility of acrylics, this workshop invites you to capture the vibrant renewal of nature.
Open to all levels.

The Whaling Museum presents Two if by Sea: Lantern Workshop
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, 11724, United States
Sat, April 18 | Kids | 1 – 3PM
Join us on the anniversary of Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride for a fun and illuminating craft workshop! Discover how lanterns have been used to keep sailors safe at sea and to send secret signals during the American Revolution. Create a festive, decoupaged lantern jar to light up your home!
$8 Member; Admission +$12 Participant
This event is part of our “Liberty at Sea” series—a new year long program commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Bring your passport to the program and get a passport stamp! For more info, check out our website: https://www.cshwhalingmuseum.org/liberty.html

Heckscher Museum of Art presents Long Island’s Best 30th Birthday Bash
2026-04-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Avenue, Huntington, NY, 11743, United States
We invite you to join honoree Joy Weiner, Director of Education, The Heckscher Museum of Art, alumni of Long Island’s Best, and our community for a stylish birthday bash celebrating three decades of young artists and the impact of Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at The Heckscher Museum on our community. Sweet and savory treats, specialty drinks, and entertainment will abound. Your sponsorship will support our educational programs and exhibitions in the year ahead. Tickets and Sponsorships available now, kids attend for free with adult purchase!
Tickets and Sponsorships: Heckscher.org/lib30
Co-Chairs
Susan Futter & Bruce Segal
Questions? Contact Caitlynn Schare at Development@Heckscher.org or 631.380.3229.

Swing Dance Long Island presents the Mess Around Band and an Evening of Dancing
2026-04-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Huntington Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Join us at the Huntington Moose Lodge for an evening of mostly Swing Dancing starting with a dance lesson at 7:30 PM. We’ll have the Mess Around Band playing a variety of music but it will be mostly swing dancing from 8 until 10 PM. Beginners and Singles are welcome. No partner required. Wear comfortable clothes. $15 for SDLI members and students, $20 for non-SDLI members. Please check the website https://www.sdli.org for the latest information.

Harborfields Library presents: Harborfields High School Annual Young Artists' Exhibition Art Reception
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Harborfields Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Stop by the library this month to view a collection of outstanding artwork created by students in grades 9–12. The display highlights the creativity and talent of our high school artists and showcases a variety of unique pieces. Poster designed by Karleen Melleby.

Heckscher Museum of Art presents Art Explorers Club: Circus Tent Fun
2026-04-25 09:30 - 10:30 | Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Avenue, Huntington, NY, 11743, United States
Start your weekend with art! Join us one Saturday each month for a new and exciting interactive gallery tour, hands-on art making, stories, and much more. Both English and Spanish speakers are welcome. Kids will explore a variety of different art materials and techniques as they create open-ended projects and let their imaginations soar! Get creative and make new friends at this program designed specifically for ages five through 10.
On April 25, Art Explorers will make a work of art inspired by George Luks’s painting The Circus Tent, which is full of fun and nostalgia. Participants will use their imaginations to create their own circus tent drawings that open and close and fill them with drawings of exciting acts!
$10 per child, Free for members
Registration recommended. Register at Heckscher.org/explorers
For Ages 5 – 10
Drop off optional for kids ages 6+

The Art Guild of Port Washington presents De-mystifying Landscape Painting: Learn a clear process for both plein air & studio landscapes with Megan Euell
2026-04-25 12:00 - 15:00 | The Art Guild of Port Washington, 200 Port Washington Boulevard, Manhasset, NY, 11030
This artist workshop led by Megan Euell aims to provide participants with a clear and structured approach to creating beautiful landscape paintings in a studio setting.
This workshop is perfect for both beginners looking to understand the basics and more experienced artists seeking to refine their skills in landscape painting. Open to using Oil paints, water based Oil paints and Watercolor.

BAFFA Art Gallery presents Annual Juried High School Art Exhibit
2026-04-25 13:00 - 2026-04-26 16:00 | BAFFA Gallery, 47 Gillette Avenue, Sayville, NY, 11782, United States
BAFFA’s Annual Juried Invitational High School Art Show, featuring artwork from students at thirteen area high schools, can be seen at the BAFFA Art Gallery on April 25th and 26th from 1 to 4 PM. Participating schools are: Bayport-Blue Point, Bay Shore, Bellport, Brentwood, Centereach, Commack, Connetquot, Longwood, Newfield, Patchogue-Medford, Sachem East, Sachem North, and Sayville. An awards ceremony will be held on April 25th from 2 to 3 PM. Guest judges for this always exciting show will be Diana Aliberti, Lisa Stanko, and Rick Wenner. Both shows are free and open to the public.
The BAFFA Art Gallery is located in the historic Gillette House at 47 Gillette Avenue in Sayville. For additional information: www.baffa.org.

Annual Juried Invitational High School Art Show at the BAFFA Art Gallery
2026-04-25 13:00 - 2026-04-26 16:00 | BAFFA Gallery, 47 Gillette Avenue, Sayville, NY, 11782, United States
The Annual Juried Invitational High School Art Show, featuring artwork from students at eleven area high schools, can be seen at the BAFFA Art Gallery on April 25th and 26th from 1 to 4 PM. Participating schools are: Bayport-Blue Point, Bay Shore, Bellport, Brentwood, Centereach, Commack, Connetquot, Longwood, Patchogue-Medford, Sachem East, Sachem North, and Sayville. An awards ceremony will be held on April 25th from 2 to 3 PM. Guest judges for this always exciting show will be Diana Aliberti, Lisa Stanko, and Rick Wenner. Both shows are free and open to the public.
The BAFFA Art Gallery is located in the historic Gillette House at 47 Gillette Avenue in Sayville. For additional information: www.baffa.org.

Dance Visions NY presents “There But by Fortune” for SPARK Theatre Festival
2026-04-26 17:00 - 18:15 | Tada! Theatre/28th St Theatre, 15 W. 28th Street, 2nd Fl, 10001, New York, 10001, United States
Choreographer. Beth Jucovy premieres her new work at the prestigious SPARK Theatre Festival at the 28th St Theatre, NYC. There But by Fortune is a theatrical dance work incorporating live song that explores emotional and moral complexities of family, dependence, and power buffeted by the inequities of fortune and circumstance. The work invites audiences to question success and systems enabling exploitation, both within personal relationships and a broader social and political context. With Beth Jucovy and Louisa Armstrong-Harrison and a chorus of company dancers as well as Farah Chandu and the Willow Women’s Choir.
*This work is supported by Long Island Grants for the Arts through funds provided by the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and administered by The Huntington Arts Council.

2026 Huntington Camera Club Student Opportunities
2026-04-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Huntington Public Library, 338 Main Street, Huntington, 11743, United States
April 28 – High School Competition Awards
The Huntington Camera Club has a long history of community outreach via multiple projects in our almost 60-year history. Recognizing local high school photography students has been a long tradition as we encourage artistic expression with creative and imaginative photography contests.
Students compete in several categories for recognition and awards. Since its inception, the event has grown and regularly receives up to eight hundred submissions annually. Since the first competition, the club has awarded well over $35,000 in cash and prizes to many deserving students. The club is proud to shine a spotlight on the talents of these young photographers and their teachers. A competition of this nature is only possible because of the generosity of the local business community and club membership

DJ Dancing with Swing Dance Long Island
2026-04-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Huntington Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY, 11740, United States
Join us at the Huntington Moose Lodge for an evening of mostly Swing Dancing starting with a dance lesson at 7:30 PM, DJ music and mostly swing dancing from 8 until 10 PM. Beginners and Singles are welcome. No partner required. Wear comfortable clothes. $10 for SDLI members and students, $15 for non-SDLI members. On the 4th Tuesday of the month we “usually” have Carol Fraser teaching a more advanced swing dance lesson. Please check the website: https://www.sdli.org for the latest information.

The Whaling Museum presents Beyond the Book: The Book of Eels
2026-04-29 18:30 - 20:00 | The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, 11724, United States
Wed, April 29 | Adults
6:30 PM | Register to Save Your Spot
“The Book of Eels” by Patrick Svensson
Journey with us in pursuit of nature’s most mysterious creature – the eel! Part generational memoir, part scientific mystery, Svensson’s enchanting book traces humankind’s fascination with these animals. Discover how scientists, explorers, and philosophers from Aristotle to Freud have long tried (and often failed) to understand the eel’s epic migration from inland waters to open sea. Along the way, the book explores the limits of science, the beauty of curiosity, and the way in which we seek meaning in the natural world.
Free for museum members and library patrons of Cold Spring Harbor, Huntington and South Huntington Libraries. $15 Non-Member

The Whaling Museum presents Find the Mayflowers!
2026-05-01 11:00 - 16:00 | The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, 11724, United States
All May During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families
Thar she blooms! Track down hidden florals in the gallery. Find them all to claim your prize!
Included with Admission

BAFFA Art Gallery presents Awakening: A Multimedia Exhibit by Women Sharing Art
2026-05-01 12:00 - 2026-05-31 16:00 | BAFFA Gallery, 47 Gillette Avenue, Sayville, NY, 11782, United States
In May 2026, the BAFFA Art Gallery presents “Awakening: A Multimedia Exhibit by Women Sharing Art.” The artists’ group includes women who create in various art forms, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, fiber art, jewelry, mixed media, and more. The exhibit can be seen Thursdays through Sundays in May from Noon to 4 PM with an artist’s reception on May 2nd from 1-4 PM. Student scholarship awards will be presented at 3:00 PM during the reception. The Gallery is located in the Gillette House at 47 Gillette Avenue in Sayville. For additional information: www.baffa.org.

BAFFA Gallery presents Awakenings
2026-05-01 12:00 - 2026-05-31 16:00 | BAFFA Gallery, 47 Gillette Avenue, Sayville, NY, 11782, United States
The BAFFA Art Gallery will feature a multi-media exhibit by Women Sharing Art in May. The exhibit includes painting, photography, mosaics, sculpture, fiber arts, and mixed media. “Awakenings explores moments of transformation, discovery, and renewed awareness”. The show can be viewed at the Gallery, Thursdays through Sundays, from Noon to 4:00 PM. An artists’ reception and awards for students whose work was exhibited at the student art show will take place on May 2nd from 1 to 4 PM. The BAFFA Gallery is located in the historic Gillette House at 47 Gillette Avenue in Sayville.
For further information: www.baffa.org or www.womensharingart.org.

The Long Beach Art League presents Long Beach Fine Art Expo IV
2026-05-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Allegria Hotel, 80 West Broadway, Long Beach, NY, 11561, United States
The Long Beach Art League presents Long Beach Fine Art Expo IV, a juried fine art exhibition featuring professional artists working across a variety of media. The Expo takes place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM in the Grand Ballroom at the Allegria Hotel, 80 West Broadway, Long Beach, NY. Admission is free and open to the public.

Long Island Flute Club presents Serenade Duo
2026-05-03 14:00 - 15:30 | Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dxi Hills, NY, 11746, United States
The Long Island Flute Club in cooperation with the Half Hollow Hills Community Library is pleased to present international award-winning ensemble Serenade Duo, Michelle LaPorte flutist and Gerry Saulter guitarist, for an engaging recital of “Global Chamber Music”. Enjoy flute and guitar music by composers from Around the World that celebrate heritage, humanity, and hope.
www.longislandfluteclub.org
www.hhhlibrary.org
Free General Admission
