Nassau Goes Nano!

Isn’t it crazy to think that there is a whole world of fascinating scientific activity going on before our very eyes that we, coincidentally, can’t see!

This Sunday, May 20th, join the Long Island Children’s Museum for their annual NanoDay at LICM! Kids can try fun scientific experiments that explore the super small! NanoDays is a nationwide educational project focused on nano-scale science and engineering sponsored by the NISE Network (Nanoscale Informal Science Education). Check out this fascinating new science from buckyballs to waterproof sand! (more…)

Easter Special 3: Garden City Hotel

Why not make it a weekend event at the Garden City Hotel?  “Easter is a wonderful holiday for all the family to celebrate at the hotel.  Breakfasts with the Easter Bunny are a new tradition while our longstanding Sunday Brunch is made even more special by celebrating Easter. We enjoy helping families build fond memories through these dining events,” says Patrick Smalley, Managing Director, The Garden City Hotel.

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY (more…)

Chocolate World Expo This Weekend

Calling all chocolate lovers!  This Sunday, March 4 the Chocolate World Expo will come to Long Island, at the (more…)

Valentine’s Day Guide 2012

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and reservations are booking up soon!  Almost every restaurant and locale is having a special price fixe or love-themed menu, but here are our top picks for some truly unique experiences.  All require reservations, so make your plans, buy some chocolate, and show your love!

*Note:  Our list is updated periodically, so check back soon for new additions* (more…)

Top 5 Hot Chocolate Spots

It is cold out there!  Time to cozy up on the couch, watch some movies, and enjoy the winter weather!  When you need some extra help warming up, here is NH’s picks for the Top 5 Hot Chocolate Spots on Long Island: (more…)

New Year’s Eve Guide

It’s that time of year again….to find the perfect outfit, make the resolutions you will stick to until about January 5, and make your New Year’s Eve plans!  Here is your go to guide for all your possible options: (more…)

Garden City Hotel Has Holiday Spirit

The Garden City Hotel presents a spectrum of holiday events for every celebration style. Starting now through December 18 there will be Breakfasts with Santa, Nutcracker Tea Party and Gingerbread Brunches!

Says Patrick Smalley, Garden City Hotel Managing Director, “Our guests enjoy the holiday splendor and spirit they have come to find when celebrating with us. We look forward to creating new traditions this year, with additional family events added to our holiday festivities. A winter wonderland of decorations, our staff’s enthusiasm and our style of celebrations inspire joyous memories for all.”

SATURDAY BREAKFASTS WITH SANTA
The hotel’s youngest guests may breakfast with friends from the North Pole in a (more…)

2011 Holiday Lights Contest

One of my favorite holiday activities is driving around, looking at holiday lights.  Everyone loves to see the decorations, whether they be simple and elegant or lavish and crazy!  What better way to share that holiday cheer than with the 2011 Holiday Lights Contest!

The contest will run from December 1 through December 29, 2011. We’ll post the images of your holiday lights right here on the website as well as on our Facebook page, and the Nassau Happening readers will get to choose their favorite. The photo with the most “likes” on the Nassau Happening Facebook page by 11:59pm on December 29 will be named Nassau Happening’s Best Holiday Lights of Long Island 2011 and be awarded (more…)

Holiday Craft Show Guide

For many people, giving a homemade, unique, special gift is the way to go instead of heading to the mall.  For others, finding the perfect new decoration or day out with the family is the goal.  For everyone, here is your go to list of Holiday Craft Fairs and Gift Shows for Long Island. (more…)

What’s Happening This Weekend

It’s the first weekend in November, and the crisp air and fallen leaves are sure signs of two things: Fall fairs and holiday shopping season has officially begun!  Keep checking back to Nassau Happening for info on great deals and gifts to give this holiday season.  Get started this weekend with the following events:

Friday, November 4

The Farmers Markets are almost gone, so stop by before they close up for good.  Today they are open in Hewlett and Glen Cove.  For some nighttime fun, head over to Layla’s Dance and Drum Studio for a Salsa and Mambo Dance Class and Party.  No experience or partner necessary; attend, learn some steps, and dance the night away!  If you’re looking to take a back seat to the entertainment, get tickets to see Josh Groban at Nassau Coliseum. (more…)