Educational and Fun Activities for Kids in Nassau in May

Who says learning has to be boring? Here are 10 educational activities in Nassau, Long Island, during which kids are sure to have fun while learning, including a World War II re-enactment in Old Bethpage, and a musical workshop in Greenvale.

Tales from the Talmud  
WHEN:
May 6, 11am
WHERE:
Temple Sinai of Roslyn, 425 Roslyn Road, Roslyn Heights
AGES:
13 and older
WHAT:
Whether you are a Talmud scholar or a beginner, join Rabbi Gordon for this program on the first Wednesday of each month.
WANT TO GO?
FREE. 516-621-6800. mysinai.org.


Lecture on ‘Music and the Brain’ 
WHEN:
May 13, 7-9pm
WHERE:
EPIC Long Island / Epilepsy Foundation, 1500 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow
AGES:
Adult
WHAT:
Learn about the effects of music on the brain for individuals with epilepsy and other neurological disorders.
WANT TO GO?
FREE. 516-739-7733. epicli.org.

Rapunzel! A Family Fun Workshop
WHEN:
May 16, 1pm
WHERE:
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts/Patron’s Lounge, 720 Northern Blvd., Greenvale
AGES:
5-12
WHAT:
Explore what goes into making a musical. Call to purchase tickets.
WANT TO GO?
$5. 516-299-3100. tillescenter.org.


WWII Encampment Reenactment
WHEN:
May 16-17, 10am-4pm
WHERE:
Old Bethpage Village Restoration, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage
AGES:
All
WHAT:
See reenactments, weapons, and armored vehicles, and watch tactical demonstrations.
WANT TO GO?
$10; $7 seniors and children ages 5-12; free for children younger than 5. 516-572-8401. nassaucountyny.gov/parks.


Traveling Exhibit: Motion Mania! For Thrill Seekers
WHEN:
May 16–Sept. 6: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
WHERE:
Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
AGES:
All
WHAT:
Explore science as you design amusement park rides, race tracks, and superhighways.
WANT TO GO?
Free with museum admission: $12; $11 seniors ages 65 and older; free for children younger than 1. 516-224-5800. licm.org. 


Tiny Tots
WHEN:
Through May 28, Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30-11am
WHERE:
Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre
AGES:
2-4
WHAT:
Classes include a story and fun activity.
WANT TO GO?
$8. 516-764-0045. cstl.org.


Boating with the Baymen: The Waters of Long Island
WHEN:
May 31, 2pm
WHERE:
Miss Freeport (Boat), 85 Woodcleft Ave., Freeport
AGES:
All
WHAT:
Climb aboard the Miss Freeport to explore the traditions of fishermen, baymen, and bayhouse owners.
WANT TO GO?
$40; $20 children. 516-767-8803. longislandtraditions.org.


Preschool Place
WHEN:
Through June 30. Tuesday-Friday, 9:30am-4:45pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-5:45pm
WHERE:
New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Corona, Queens
AGES:
2-6
WHAT:
The ideal space to explore, discover, and build.
WANT TO GO?
$15; $12 seniors, children ages 2-17, and students with ID. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.


Scattered Light
WHEN:
Through Sept. 13: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-5pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm
WHERE:
New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Corona, Queens
AGES:
All
WHAT:
This exhibit teaches kids about space, light, color, and perception.
WANT TO GO?
$15; $12 seniors, children ages 2-17, and students with ID. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.


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