Annual Thunderbird Mid-Summer Pow-Wow returns to Queens County Farm Museum

Come to a pow-wow at the Queens County Farm Museum as it hosts the fabulous Thunderbird American Indian Dancers on July 27, 28, and 29.

The dancers will perform as part of the 40th annual Thunderbird American Mid-Summer Pow-Wow, the longest running pow-wow, and features intertribal Native American dance competitions. Performances will be narrated for your appreciation of the rich tradition and culture that is being shared. More than 40 nations will be represented as they chant, drum, and dance in brilliantly colored, finely detailed regalia that provides a fun performance for people of all ages. There will also be American Indian art and craft vendors who offer a unique array of items for shoppers!

Annual Thunderbird Mid-Summer Pow-Wow, July 27, 28, and 29, Friday, 7 pm to 10 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 10 pm; and Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Tickets are $10 ($5 children 12 and younger) or $16 all weekend pass, $7 all weekend pass for children. Reservations not required.

Queens County Farm Museum [73-50 Little Neck Pkwy. in Floral Park, (718) 347–3276; www.queensfarm.org].

The Music Institute of Long Island

Established in 1990, the Music Institute of Long Island (MILI) is a classical music school staffed by exceptional instructors from many of the most prestigious conservatories and graduate music schools in the United States and Europe. Long Island&rsquo;s foremost musical academies, its instrumental programs include violin, viola, cello, piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone and voice classes. MILI has been voted # 1 BEST MUSIC SCHOOL Consistently.&nbsp; They teach the Traditional, Suzuki, and ABRSM methods. Students participate in All-National, All-Eastern, All-State, youth orchestras, and score highly in NYSSMA and Royal Academy Music Festivals. First prize winners of competitions earn solos at Carnegie Hall and with orchestras. MILI offers Fall/Spring semesters plus Summer Sessions. Semesters include 15-17 weeks of private lessons, solo recitals with a final GALA Concert featuring chamber music. About the Directors: Carol &amp; Geri Kushner: The sisters are violinists, violists, chamber coaches &amp; performers. They believe in instilling the love of music, &nbsp;fostering proficiency, success, confidence &amp; believe all MILI students achieve success. Degrees BM, MM (+), K-12 certifications, attended Manhattan School of Music, Queens College &amp; Stonybrook University.They have been adjunct professors at Syracuse University, Aaron Copland School of Music Pre-College &amp; Five Towns Colleges, Stonybrook University &amp; have taught in L.I. public schools.

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;