With summer here, head outdoors for fun! There’s a sandcastle contest to enjoy, a nature walk, discovering in the water and outdoor performances. Other performances to check out include comedy shows and a Golden Oldies showcase of performers. Check out the schedule of events and details here!

FRIDAY – JUNE 27, 2014
Who: Sandcastle Contest At Hither Hills State Park
Info: What’s summer without sandcastles! Come down to view sandcastle creations or bring your own shovel and bucket to start building your own. Contests will be held every Thursday through the summer.
Cost: Free Event
Time & Place: 9:30AM to 10:30AM at Hither Hills State Park, 164 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk – (631) 668-3781

Who: The Paramount Comedy Series Presents Steven Wright
Info: Come out to be entertained by Academy Award winner and comedian Steven Wright. Wright is a regular guest with David Letterman, Jay Leno, Conan O’Brien, and others.
Cost: $40 to $50
Time & Place: 8PM at The Paramount, 370 New York Avenue, Huntington – (631) 673-7300

Who: Annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival At Heckscher Park
Info: Come out to enjoy the start of the Huntington Summer Arts Festival! For 6 nights a week, all summer long, there are performances to enjoy. This Friday, come see Garland Jeffreys, the roosty rocker and urban poet from New York City. The event is held by the Huntington Arts Council.
Cost: Free Event
Time & Place: 8:30PM at Chapin Rainbow Stage at Heckscher Park, Prime Avenue and Main Street, Huntington – (631) 271-8423

SATURDAY – JUNE 28, 2014
Who: Nature Walk And Talk At Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Info:  Take a walk through the natural preserve with naturalist Jan Christopher Porinchak. Enjoy an in depth walk through many landscapes of the park and hear tips to identifying various plants and animals that may be encountered. Reserve your place by calling. This walk is not recommended for children under 10 years old.
Cost: Free Events
Time & Place: 1:30PM to 3:30PM at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Route 25 (Jericho Turnpike), Smithtown – (631) 979-8483

Who: Annual Benefit Art Show At Fire Island Lighthouse
Info: Come out to see is display of nautical artwork by local artists in the Lighthouse. All artwork is for sale and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Lighthouse by the artist. The opening reception will also include entertainment by Karen George on Bass & Vocal and Joe D’Ambrosi on the Keyboard.
Cost: Free Event
Time & Place: 6PM to 9PM for opening reception at Fire Island Lighthouse, 4640 Captree Island, Captree Island – (631) 661-4876

Who: Mickey B’s Golden Oldies – Summer Spectacular At Patchogue Theatre For the Performing Arts
Info: The event features Golden Oldies performers, including Charlie Tomas’ Drifters – “Under the Boardwalk,” The Legendary Teenagers – “Why Do Fools Fall in Love,” Shirley Alston Reeves, Original lead Singer of The Shirelles – “Will You Still Love me Tomorrow,” The Knockouts – “Darling Lorraine,” Cleveland Still’s Dubs – “Chapel of Dreams,” The Limelites – “Daddy’s Home,” Manhattan Skyline, Somewhere in Time and Still in Style.
Cost: $42 to$75
Time & Place: 7PM at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 E. Main Street, Patchogue – (631) 207-1313

SUNDAY – JUNE 29, 2014
Who: Exploring Life In the River At Nissequogue River State Park
Info: Discover the shallow waters of the Nissequogue River and the animals that live in it through a seine net. Please reserve your spot and bring a towel, sunscreen and shoes appropriate for water and mud.
Cost: $4 For Adults, $3 For Children Ages 3-17, Free for Children Under 3
Time & Place: 1:30PM to 3PM at Nissequogue River State Park, 799 St. Johnland Road, Kings Park – (631) 581-1072

Who: OneRepublic Native Summer Tour With The Script At Nikon At Jones Beach Theater
Info: Come enjoy a live performance with OneRepublic, The Script, and American Authors!
Cost: $20 to $149.50
Time & Place: 6:30PM at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater, 1000 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh – (800) 745-3000

Who: Bill Maher At NYCB Theatre At Westbury
Info: Comedian Bill Maher, former host of the award-winning show “Politically Incorrect,” presents an evening of conversation with his controversial and entertaining wit and humor.
Cost: $49.50 to $79.50
Time & Place: 8PM at NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Bruch Hollow Road, Westbury – (516) 247-5200

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