Wendy Lau is a native New Yorker. She currently covers the Hot Spots & Night Life section's "Weekly Watch" and "Weekend Watch" as well as local news. You can also catch her at LongIslandYellowPages.com where she is a columnist providing weekly information on savings opportunities and places to visit for dining, family fun and entertainment. Wendy can be reached at WendyL@longisland.com
By Wendy L October 29, 2014
Model railroad layouts are an attraction to kids and adults alike and with the holidays around the corner, several will be out on display on Long Island in November! November is also National Model Railroad ...
By Wendy L October 28, 2014
Find out where to complete your trick-or-treating this Halloween for the best freebies and giveaways!
By Wendy L October 23, 2014
The weekend before Halloween is packed with entertainment on Long Island. Find events like a Halloween costume bowl-a-thon, boat burning and more!
By Wendy L October 21, 2014
Enjoy the beauty of natural fall colors at one of the many botanical gardens on Long Island! Many also include walking trails.
By Wendy L October 20, 2014
Fall is a great time to go fishing and enjoy the outdoors! Long Island offers plenty of options for recreational fishing.
By Wendy L October 16, 2014
Looking for entertainment outside of the Halloween theme for this weekend? Check out the comedy shows, stage performances, a pet reptile expo, an antique auto show and much more!
By Wendy L October 14, 2014
Expand the fun of Halloween to pets! Your four-legged friends can participate in pet parades, pet costume contests and more Halloween fun events.
By Wendy L October 13, 2014
Several restaurant chains are offering sweet promotions and coupon offers leading up to Halloween that include tasty treats like pumpkin ice cream, frosty treats and scary face pancakes.
By Wendy L October 09, 2014
Still deciding on a costume for this Halloween? The National Retail Federation has released survey results showing what's popular this year for adults, children and pets!
By Wendy L October 09, 2014
Get in the swing of fall with these fun events, performances and more for the end of the week!
By Wendy L October 07, 2014
Just because the leaves on the trees are changing colors and falling doesn't mean planting season is over. Fall is actually one of the best times to plant a tree! Trees are even being given ...
By Wendy L October 06, 2014
Take a break! Dine out with the kids and save while your at it. Find coupon offers and promotions to places like The Melting Pot, Olive Garden and Chuck E. Cheese's.
By Wendy L October 03, 2014
Help make this Halloween healthier! Consider alternative treats to candy and look into participating in a local Halloween Candy Buyback location.
By Wendy L October 02, 2014
Halloween is only weeks away! Here are some quick and easy costume ideas to make for kids and adults.
By Wendy L October 02, 2014
Get ready for a blast of fall fun on Long Island with these upcoming events and festivals for the end of the week!