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Get Out, Massapequa: Memorial Day Weekend Planner May 27-29
Take part in all Massapequa has to offer on Memorial Day weekend.
It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go for adults and kids, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.
This weekend, we're suggesting a teen library program, a family fun day, a murder mystery dinner, some live music, a comedy show for seniors at the library, a dinner and music show, a raw living event, an air show at the beach and a Mozart festival.
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Teen Game Cafe at Massapequa Public Library
Where: , 523 Central Ave, Massapequa, NY 11758
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When: May 27, 4:00pm–5:30pm
Why Go: Play your favorite board games and have pizza.
Pricing: No fee
Westfield Sunrise Mall Family Fun Day
Where: , 1 Sunrise Mall, Massapequa, NY
When: May 27, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Why Go: Join them for stories, snacks and crafts near Playtown, in front of H&M. (Story Time - The Busy Body Book, I.Q. Gets Fit, Make & Take Craft - Decorate a water bottle holder)
Pricing: Free
Murder Mystery Dinner at Sergio’s
Where: , 5422 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: May 27, 7 p.m.
Why Go: Always a popular event at one of Massapequa's favorite restaurants, Drop Dead Comedy will be performing The Whacked Family Reunion (A Lethal Luau) Show.
Pricing: Call for information and reservations.
Riptide Blues Band at Blue Parrot
Where: , 5460 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: May 27, 8 p.m.
Why Go: Hear some live music from two bands. "Unfinished Business" will open.
Georgia Evans at Ciao Baby
Where: , 5074 Sunrise Hwy, Massapequa Park, NY
When: May 27, 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Why Go: Acoustic blues and rock singer Georgia Evans will perform live.
The Mark Brier Comedy Extravaganza - Senior Program at Massapequa Public Library
Where: , 40 Harbor Ln, Massapequa Park, NY
When: May 28, 2 p.m.
Why Go: Join Mark Brier and his comedian friends in the auditorium for an afternoon of fabulous entertainment. Mark will be hosting an afternoon filled with rib tickling jokes, anecdotes and terrific impressions. You are guaranteed to have a great time enjoying this program designed to make everyone feel good.
Boomers’ Brew at Blue Parrot
Where: , 5460 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: May 28, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Why Go: Boomers' Brew, the NY rock band, will be rocking the house again at The Blue Parrot! Come down for a great night! Boomers' Brew performs as a 7 piece Rock band with Phil Grande, legendary guitarist of the Joe Cocker band.
Touch of Elvis & Neil Diamond at Sergio's
Where: , 5422 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: May 28, 7 p.m. dinner, 8:30 p.m. showtime
Why Go: Have dinner and listen to the music of two of the most popular singers of the last 60 years.
Pricing: $35.00 per person includes dinner, unlimited soda, tax & gratuity. Call for reservations.
Introduction to Raw Living with Liana Werner-Gray (Creator of the Earth Diet)
Where: , 37 Broadway, Massapequa, NY
When: May 29, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Why Go: Learn about meals that are raw, organic, sugar free, dairy free, soy free, gluten free, lactose free, GMO free, GMF free, preservative free, chemical free.
Pricing: $17 or $27- includes a 20oz. juice
Eighth Annual Bethpage Federal Credit Union 2011 Air Show at Jones Beach
Where: 1000 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY
When: May 28 & May 29, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Why Go: Participate in unique contests and promotions at this air show. The Air Show will feature 14 world class military and civilian performers. The Air Show Will Commemorate America’s Extraordinary Milestone: The Centennial of Naval Aviation 2011 Lineup Announcement.
Pricing: The Air Show is free to the public, but the standard $10.00 vehicle use fee will be collected each day upon entry to the State Park.
Long Island Mozart Festival at Old Westbury Gardens
Where: 71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, NY
When: May 28 & May 29
Why Go: Mainstage performances, music in nature tour, musical crafts, instrument "petting zoo", Tubby the Tuba, Kende Trio, tours of the gardens.
Pricing: Lawn seating: $10 general, $8 seniors, $5 children 7-17, 6 and under free. Tent seats: $25.
