Shopping: National Ice Cream Day

National Ice Cream Day is coming right up on July 19, and we are counting down the days to this yummy holiday. There’s no better time to indulge in a tasty treat than on a hot summer afternoon, so we’ve rounded up 10 awesome ice cream-inspired treats and gifts to celebrate the most delicious day of the year. From ice cream-adorned leggings to super-cool scoops, we’ve got you covered.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for National Ice Cream Day! Plus, to check out our top 12 local spots to indulge in cold an creamy snacks on July 19, click HERE!

Land of Nod Freezy Dream Treats (Set of 10)
Open your own mini ice cream store, but without the sticky mess! These fuzzy, faux ice cream toys from Land of Nod are a great way to entertain. Plus, we love the red, white and blue color motif for all-American summer fun! $29, landofnod.com
Beatrix NY Lunch Box: Dolce & Panna (Ice Cream Cones)
Ice cream is a hard treat to pack in a lunch box, so why not decorate the outside with cute cones? We love the Dolce and Panna theme, and this easy-to-wash lunchbox from Beatrix NY even comes with a name tag and zipper pouch on the back. $34, beatrixny.com
Hello Kitty Collectable Cookie Jar: Ice Cream
Hello Kitty, a cookie jar, and ice cream all in one — what’s not to love? This limited edition ceramic ice cream truck is the perfect place to store yummy treats (or sprinkles) when celebrating National Ice Cream Day this year! $79, sanrio.com
Ice Cream Set from the Pink Olive
Hosting an ice cream social event this summer? Stuck on what to serve your desserts in? This adorable cup-and-spoon set lets you eat yours in style! Great for children’s birthday parties to baby showers, these versatile accessories, available locally at the Pink Olive are perfect for any occasion. $7.50, pinkolive.com
Famous OTO Ice Cream Truck
Who says you can’t bring all the fun of an ice cream truck into your home? OTO’s ice cream playhouse is perfect for your kids to serve you their favorite flavors! This easily assembled, cardboard mini truck is so much fun for the whole family. $59, famousoto.com
Gama Go Ice Cream Scoop
These cone-shaped ice scream scoops from Gamago are the ideal items for National Ice Cream Day. The set of two make for the perfect kitchen appliances this season and will last you well past July 19! $14, gamago.com
Fishs Eddy Neapolitan Ice Cream Cone - Set of 3
Eating ice cream at home sometimes means skipping out on a cone, but not with local favorite Fishs Eddy’s cone-shaped bowls! We love how they come in chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry flavors so everyone gets their pick. $35.85, fishseddy.com
Begin Again Scented Ice Cream Scoops from Norman & Jules
These scented scoops from Brooklyn's Norman and Jules smell so yummy you’ll forget it’s not the real thing! The scoops are great for opening up a pretend ice cream shop in the playroom or wherever you go. $25, normanandjules.com
Pink Chicken Capri Legging - Antique White Ice Cream
These capri-length ice-cream adorned leggings, available locally and out East at the Pink Chicken, are the cutest accessory yet for National Ice Cream Day. We love the comfy cotton fabric and little pink bow! $25.50, pinkchicken.com
Stoney Clover Lane Ice Cream Cone Bracelet
This cheeky charm bracelet from celeb fave Stoney Clover Lane is a subtle but adorable addition to any little fashionista's outfit this summer holiday. Keep it on until it falls off, then all your wishes are about to come true! $15, stoneycloverlane.com

Adventuring Portal

<a name="m_-1473885667065203258__Hlk72147528"></a>Adventuring Portal runs Dungeons and Dragons (D&amp;D) games for kids.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We have created a safe online space for tweens and teens to learn and play D&amp;D. Our D&amp;D Summer Camp session are a one-week experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday &ndash; Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each day will be 3 hours of gaming (with 2 breaks build in).&nbsp;&nbsp;15 total gaming hours for $180.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you have played with us before, you are entitled to 10% off.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Need your kids, nieces or nephews, grand kids or neighbor&rsquo;s kids to be occupied for a bit so you can get work done &amp; take care of your to-do list? Maybe your tween or teen is still a bit isolated and craves connection with their peers? Whether your teen/tween has played D&amp;D before or is brand-new to the experience, this safe space brings players together to have fun and solve problems as a team in ways few other online opportunities do. All our games focus on experiential learning.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our players leave knowing all the basic game play as well as experiencing: teamwork, bravery, compassion, generosity, negotiation, improvisation, gamer etiquette, strategy, critical thinking, problem solving, cartography and probability - all through online D&amp;D adventuring! We are an inclusive organization and welcome gamers who are LGBTQIA+ and those on any spectrum.&nbsp; All girls&rsquo; groups available.&nbsp; I am a parent, a certified elementary school and middle school math teacher and last summer in the midst of the mess started&nbsp;Adventuring Portal, an&nbsp;online Dungeons &amp; Dragons&nbsp;business&nbsp;for kids. There are so many benefits to playing D&amp;D and I hope you will consider us as a great way for your child to safely socialize, grow as people and have a great time.

Saf-T-Swim

For over 35 years, Saf-T-Swim Swim School has been teaching lifesaving swimming skills throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, and now Little Neck. The school is proud to be Long Island's #1 swim school and a leader in water safety education. With swim programs for infants as young as 4 months, beginners, and advanced swimmers, Saf-T-Swim offers swimming programs for every age and skill level. Discover why generations of Long Islanders have trusted Saf-T-Swim time and time again with equipping their little ones the essential skill of swimming. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Steps on Broadway Youth Programs

<p class="m_6201101365486487057m_1751229968981391907gmail-m-6447730382188674378msonospacing" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">For 40 years, the Youth Programs at the internationally celebrated Steps on Broadway have nurtured young dancers, ages 18 months to 18 years.&nbsp; Whether seeking a fun dance experience or comprehensive pre-professional training, there is a program suited for everyone.&nbsp; Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, theater dance, hip hop, contemporary, modern, pointe and more.&nbsp; Taught by a faculty of internationally-recognized concert, ballet, Broadway and celebrated guest artists, every student is encouraged to discover their artistic uniqueness, deepen their passion for the art form, while growing as dancers and individuals.&nbsp; Classes are offered throughout the academic year and summer. First Steps (ages 18 mos &ndash; 5 yrs) Kids &amp; Teens (ages 6-18 yrs) Pre-Professional Program (ages 7-18 yrs, by audition only)