Riverhead, NY News & Events
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The Long Island Aquarium is seeking the public's help naming its new giant Pacific octopus.
Upcoming Events
Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing
The park will remain open during nighttime hours for viewing of the Perseids Meteor Shower, normal stargazing permits are not required, all participants must remain near their vehicle, dress appropriately, bring bug spray and a reclining chair
Where
Hallock State Park Preserve
6062 Sound Ave.
Riverhead, NY
Phone
631-315-5475
Price
free
Website
parks.ny.govLong Island Sierra Club: Sea Turtles
Join Maxine Montello, Executive Director of the New York Marine Rescue Center in Riverhead, for an engaging talk on how rehabilitated sea turtles are giving scientists new insight into ocean life after they are released. Discover how cutting-edge tools like satellite telemetry tags are advancing rehabilitation efforts while tracking the incredible journeys of these marine animals. This technology offers a rare glimpse into how sea turtles travel through and use New York’s coastal waters.
Where
Copiague Memorial Public Library
50 Deauville Blvd.
Copiague, NY
Phone
631-691-1111
Price
free
Website
copiaguelibrary.orgAn Orchestral Celebration of 250 Years
Join us in celebrating 250 years of American history as the 38-piece Long Island Concert Orchestra takes us on a sweeping musical journey from the fife-and-drum spirit of 1776 through Sousa’s brass-fueled marches to soaring, cinematic Americana and salutes to the Armed Forces.
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