The Island Today: The top events for kids for the coming week

Grace McQuade

Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel Story Time

Saturday, May 6 at 11 a.m.
It has just been discovered that there are no more tacos left anywhere in the world. This is a huge problem because, as you know, dragons love tacos. Join this fun story time as you read the hilarious companion to the bestselling phenomenon, with activities to follow.
Where: Barnes and Noble, 1542 Northern Blvd., Manhasset
Info: 516-365-6723 or barnesandnoble.com

Viking Invasion! 

Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hands-on fun invades the museum on International Viking Day in honor of these early whalers. Make a Viking hat and beard and other themed crafts. $10 Child- Adults $6. Members half price.
Where: The Whaling Museum, 279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor | Info: 631-367-3418 or cshwhalingmuseum.org

International Viking Day

Monday, May 8, all day during store hours, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Did you know that seafaring Vikings came from the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden? Keep celebrating Nordic heritage by visiting Hanna Andersson, a store with Swedish roots known for its high-quality organic clothing and bedding for children, as they host a full day of kid-friendly activitie
Where: Roosevelt Field Mall (store is on main level between Macy’s and Red Mango), 630 Old Country Road, Garden City
Info: 516-874-3593 or hannaandersson.com

Cute as a Button Flowers

Tuesday, May 9-Friday, May 12 at 2:30-4 p.m.
May flowers are blooming in the museum this month. Children can join this event and create their own colorful, cute-as-a-button flower. This is a free, drop-in program. The craft takes approximately ten minutes to complete and kids can it take home with them.   
Where: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City | Info: 516-224-5800 or licm.org

Huntington School Art Show

Wednesday, May 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Walt Whitman Birthplace Association will be hosting the Huntington School Art Show comprised of works from Huntington Elementary School and High School. Free and open to the public.
Where: Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd., Huntington Station | Info: (631)928-9100 or waltwhitman.org

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