| Five Things to Do During Memorial Day Weekend  Ah, Memorial Day. The old summer kick-off. Weather permitting -you never know how it’s going to be lately here on Long Island-there are a bunch of things you can do to get in the summer spirit as well as honor those who sacrificed themselves for our country.
Here are five fun ideas:
* Brookhaven Fair
- When: May 22 through June 7
- Where: Bald Hill in Farmingville
- What: Rides, attractions, games, circus, fireworks and more
For More Info: www.brookhavenfair.com or call 631-732-4011
* Memorial Day Weekend Festival
- When: May 21 through May 25
- Where: behind the Tri-County Flea Market in Levittown
- What: carnival rides and games. Insider tip: half-price wristbands can be purchased in advance at Astoria Federal Bank branches, at Levittown Lanes Bowling Alleys and at Fatty Malone’s Bar in Levittown
For More Info: call 516-520-8000
* Bethpage Federal Credit Union Air Show
- When: May 23 and May 24
- Where: Jones Beach
- What: Civilian and military air performances. Headlining this year will be the United States Air Force Thunderbirds and new to the show will be the Canadian Air Force Snowbirds. A representative from the Long Island State Parks Department added there would be food and merchandise vendors and displays, and that the best fields to park at are Fields 4 and 5.
For More Info: www.jonesbeachairshow.com or call 631-321-3510
* Memorial Day Parades
- When: May 25
- Where: Hicksville, East Meadow, Centereach, Holbrook and Smithtown to name a few towns holding their annual parades.
- What: Traditional marching parades
For More Info: Contact your local Chamber of Commerce
* Long Island Museum’s “Growing Up on Long Island” Exhibit
- When: Now through October 25
- Where: Long Island Museum, Main Street in Stony Brook
- What: Photographs, artifacts and interviews of Long Islanders from all walks of life; from celebrities to everyday folks about their childhoods on Long Island.
For More Info: www.longislandmuseum.org or call 631-751-0066
Donna Amato
May 19, 2009 1:45 AM Eastern
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