Show The Love Valentine Competition 2012

Love is all around us in many shapes and forms, and this Valentine’s Day a special competition will give local artists and budding artists-to-be a chance to show what love means to them in the way of the time-honored tradition of the Valentine.

“Show the Love Valentine Competition,” sponsored by Think Long Island First, will give entrants the chance to win the heart of an admirer on this special day — and maybe walk away with the grand prize in the contest as well.
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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…)

2011 Tree Lighting Guide for Long Island

Here is your go-to guide for where and when to see tree lightings on Long Island this holiday season!

Downtown Glen Cove Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting Celebration
November 26, 1-6 pm
Glen Cove Village Square, intersection of Glen and Bridge Streets

2nd Annual Tree Lighting to Benefit Huntington Hospital ER
Sunday, November 27 at 5:30 pm
Prime Restaurant, 117 New York Avenue, Huntington, 631-385-1515 (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…)

Beer and Chocolate Tasting

Ladies and gentlemen:  This may be the event that solves the fight of who gets to pick the activity for a night out.  With beer and chocolate, everyone is happy.  On Wednesday, November 16, the Oyster Bay Railroad Museum teams up with Oyster Bay’s Chocolate Lady for an event to benefit the museum.  While many people still so beer as a drink to accompany a good sports game or a good burger, beer can be seen as a perfect match to many different foods and dining contexts.  Personally, I can’t think of a better way to hone my taste buds for beer by trying it with my favorite food group, chocolate.

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Victorian Fair Comes To Oyster Bay

The leaves have started to fall and the sweet smell of the holidays is in the air. For more than forty years the First Presbyterian Church of Oyster Bay has kicked off this festive and joyful season with it’s annual Victorian Fair. The fair is a three-day celebration of fellowship, friendship and community sprinkled with Thanksgiving goodies and unique Christmas gifts. Because of it’s growing popularity they have extended hours to include Sunday Nov. 20 from 11:30-2:00 for the gift portion of the fair only.

The fair brings together a special selection of holiday gifts, crafts, fashion jewelry and delicious homemade baked goods. This year they are thrilled to have a great selection of (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…)

Long Island Is Haunted!

While there are many spots you can intentionally visit to get spooked and scared on Long Island (click here for a list of them), there are several locations you may visit that you may not know have been reported sights of paranormal activity.  Here is a list of the top haunted spots on LI:

1. Raynham Hall, Oyster Bay

Originally home to the Townsends of Oyster Bay, this now museum was once a place that housed British troops.  Legend has it that British Major John Andre had a conversation in the house trying to convince Benedict Arnold to surrender his troops.  People have reported that they have seen his image there.  There have also been reports that one particular bedroom is especially chilling, and this was the room that one of his mistresses stayed in.  Many say there is a distinct smell of apple and cinnamon in the kitchen, indicating that the spirit is welcoming you into the home.  Several photographs taken here also show significant orbs, said to be indicators of spirits caught on film. (more…)

The 28th Annual Oyster Festival

The 28th Annual Oyster Festival returns this year on October 15 and 16 for a fun-filled weekend with great food and entertainment.  Located on the waterfront at Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay from 11 am to 6 pm, you’ll want to leave the whole day open as there is a lot to see and do…and a lot of crowds to work your way around!  While all the details have not been released yet, we can tell you that there will be thrill rides, tall ships, live music and vendors opening up their shops onto the street on Audrey Avenue, and their famous contests.  The Oyster Eating and Shucking contest takes place on October 15 at 2 pm at the West End Avenue stage.  You can sign up starting at noon, and the prize is the title of Oyster Eating or Shucking winner and $50!  Whole Foods is also sponsoring the Best of the Food Court contest, where you can vote for your favorite food vendor.  The winner will be announced on October 16.  There will also be vendors selling jewelry and other crafts throughout the festival grounds. (more…)