Things to Do This Weekend in Hempstead

Discover events, activities, and fun things happening this weekend in Hempstead. Family-friendly, outdoor, and free options.

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Julia Kang, Cello Misuzu Tanaka, Piano – Live performance

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library · Ages 18+

Cellist Julia Kang and pianist Misuzu Tanaka present a recital highlighting the cello’s expressive range across Classical, Romantic, and modern repertoire. The program features the operatic charm of Beethoven’s delightful variations on a theme from The Magic Flute, Fauré’s Élégie with its deep...

Compass Party: Second City’s Improv Ensemble Night

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 11:00 PM UTC · The Second City New York

Compass Party is a night of improvisation and comedic acts put on by some of our most talented and up-and-coming improvisers from the Training Center.  Each ensemble presents a mix bag of short form...

Commander Casual

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 4:15 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Twenty Sided Store · Ages 18+

Twenty Sided™ casual events are super friendly and hosted by dedicated Game Guides ready to answer any questions along the way. Beginners welcome! Commander is an exciting, unique way to play Magic that is all about legendary creatures, big plays, and battling your friends in epic multiplayer...

KidsFree

Poetry Festival: The Poet's Craft with Mindy Mangot

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 5:15 PM–6:15 PM UTC · Long Beach Public Library

The Poet’s Craft with Mindy Mangot – Everyone is welcome! Turn ordinary moments into extraordinary poetry. Share and discuss the work of established poets and apply their craft to your own writing. Just bring a notebook, pen or pencil. The goal is to enjoy, surprise and amaze...

Kids

MSPC Gala

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 AM–3:59 AM UTC · Madison Square Park

Special Event — Parks Department Location: Madison Square Park: Oval Lawn ,Madison Square Park: Southern Fountain Circle Plaza ,Madison Square Park: West Crushed Stone Area ,Madison Square Park: South Crushed Stone Area

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Poetry Festival: Finding Your Voice: A Poetry & Journaling Workshop

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 6:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Long Beach Public Library

Write, reflect, and turn your journal entries into meaningful poetry in this workshop led by Nicole Menzzasalma, poet and librarian at the Long Beach Public Library.

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Sensory Play

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Levittown Public Library

Ages 2-6 years, with one adult. Saturday, April 11, 10:00 AM Registration begins Saturday, April 4, 12:00 PM Join us for a fun sensory open play with a licensed Board-Certified Behavior Specialist.

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Poetry Festival: From Basho to Virgilio-Exploring Haiku, Senryu, and You

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Long Beach Public Library

This workshop will offer a brief introduction to the history and tradition of haiku, featuring readings from renowned poets such as Matsuo Bashō and Nick Virgilio, along with selections from other notable voices in the form. Participants will then be invited to try their hand at writing their own...

Free

Music Performance - Time Machine - NY Band

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Levittown Public Library

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE JIMMY SHAKA TRIO CANCELLED. THE TIME MACHINE- NEW YORK BAND WILL PERFORM IN THEIR PLACE Listen to music from the 50's to today. Playing classic rock, dance party rock, pop hits and country greats! Tickets must be picked up no later than three days prior to the music...

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Workshop | Creative Jam

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 7:45 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Twenty Sided Store

Creative Jam Bring a creative project you are working on – writing, drawing, storyboarding, game design – and work alongside (or in collaboration with) others. Each session is open ended. Playtesting If you are looking for playtesters for a game you created, head over to the #workshop-chat on our...