1 Longines Masters of New York
Thursday, April 25, 4 to 9 p.m., Saturday, April 27 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday, April 28 at 11 a.m.
The Longines Masters of New York returns. This year, they are joining forces with the American Kennel Club for the first time, bringing the world’s best equine and canine athletes together for a series of competitions where spectators will see horses flying through obstacles, dogs weaving through courses, and celebrities including Olympic riders McLain Ward and Lucy Davis and elite equestrians Georgina Bloomberg and Jennifer Gates.
Where: NYCB Live, Home of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale
Info & Tickets: 516-231-4848 or 800-745-3000 • nycblive.com
2 Candlebox
Friday, April 26 at 8 p.m.
Known for the singles “Change,” “You,” “Far Behind” and “Simple Lessons,” the multi-platinum rock band Candlebox is currently celebrating their 25th anniversary by performing their debut album, Candlebox, in its entirety.
Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington
Info & Tickets: 631-673-7300 • paramountny.com
3 Moondance: The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert
Friday, April 26 at 8 p.m.
Moondance captures the Van Morrison concert experience like no other. You’ll hear the classic tunes “Brown Eyed Girl,” “Moondance,” “Domino,” “It Stoned Me,” “Tupelo Honey,” “Wild Night” and more.
Where: Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theatre
232 Main St., Port Washington
Info & Tickets: 516-767-1384 • landmarkonmainstreet.org
4 Forest Therapy Walk
Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Based on the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-Yoku, a wellness practice developed in the 1980s, the forest therapy walk inspires mindful connections with the natural elements of the woods for a range of healthful benefits and concludes with a peaceful tea ceremony. Members: $35; non-members: $40. Includes parking.
Where: Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point
Info & Registration: 516-304-5076 • sandspointpreserveconservancy.org
5 Spring Craft Beer Festival
Saturday, April 27, 1:30 to 5 p.m.
This year’s Spring Craft Beer Festival will be held at Belmont Racetrack on its opening weekend. Attendees can enjoy spectacular views of thoroughbred racing from the new track-side location right at the final turn of the homestretch. Come sample more than 100 beers in all, with a pay-one-price ticket.
Where: Belmont Park Racetrack, 2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
Info & Tickets: 631-940-7290 • springcraftbeerfestival.com
6 Crystal Bowersox
Saturday, April 27 at 8 p.m.
Crystal Bowersox was the runner-up on the ninth season of “American Idol.” Her debut album, Farmer’s Daughter, was released in 2010, followed by All That for This in 2013, leading up to her new album release, Alive, an evolution that marks where she is in life today — a place of joy, fulfillment, and stability.
Where: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre / Info & Tickets: 516-323-4444 • madisontheatreny.org
7 Newt Gingrich
Sunday, April 28 at 2 p.m.
Join an afternoon with former Speaker of the House and New York Times bestselling author Newt Gingrich as he speaks about and signs copies of “Collusion,” the first novel in a high-stakes series that captures the tensions and divides of America and the world today.
Where: Book Revue
313 New York Ave., Huntington
Info: 631-271-1442 • bookrevue.com
