Jaime Sumersille

Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.

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Weekend Fun for LI Kids: Spooky Fest, Pumpkin Decorating, Live Theater, October 17-18

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 10/14/2015 - 10:00pm

Fall into family fun this weekend with a wide array of events and activities that will keep your group entertained. Check out amazing carved pumpkin displays at Rise of the Jack O'Lanterns, watch The Avengers at the Flick & Trick Festival and talk a walk through haunted woods at Spooky Fest (just to name a few).

Be sure to peruse our complete roundup of Fall Fairs and Festivals. And with Halloween fast approaching, you'll also want to check out our Halloween Guide for plenty of spooky (and not so spooky) fun with the kids.

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Space and Astronomy: Where LI Kids Can Get Their Outer Space Fix

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 10/14/2015 - 10:00am

Your kids may mean the sun, moon and stars to you, but how about teaching them about these orbiting planets around us as well? There are a few museums on Long Island offering an engaging learning experience that is simply out of this world. And for more enrichment programs, be sure to check out our Long Island Classes Guide.

6 Indoor Baseball/T-Ball Places on Long Island

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 10/07/2015 - 10:00am

October might signal the end of the baseball season, but that doesn't mean your lil' slugger needs to put away his glove until spring. There are plenty of places where Long Island kids can practice and perfect their skills while inside, whether it's a homerun swing or catching pop fly's. And for more on sports programs and after-school enrichment, be sure to check out our Long Island Classes Guide.

Weekend Fun for LI Kids: RISE of the Jack O' Lanterns, PumpkinFest, October 3-4

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 6:00pm

UPDATE as of 10/3/15:

Due to anticipated poor weather conditions, please check with outdoor venues ahead of visitation. Some closures have already been announced below.

Hay rides, apple picking and all things fall are in store this weekend if you're looking for an autumn adventure. Be sure to check out our complete roundup of Fall Fairs and Festivals. This weekend, there's also a free storytime, nature walk and the chance to create your very own ship in a bottle.

And since it's October already, check out our Halloween Guide for plenty of spooky (and not so spooky) fun with the kids.

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Weekend Fun for LI Kids: Festival by the Sea, Long Island Fair, September 26-27

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 09/23/2015 - 6:00pm

Fall is in full swing with a number of outdoor carnivals, rides, fare and family fun. Be sure to check out our complete roundup of Fall Fairs and Festivals. And with October fast approaching, you'll also want to check out our Halloween Guide for plenty of spooky (and not so spooky) fun with the kids.

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Weekend Fun for LI Kids: Queens County Fair, Apple Festival, September 19-20

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 09/16/2015 - 12:00pm

There's still plenty to still see, do and taste outdoors on Long Island as we head into fall weather. Be sure to check out our complete roundup of Fall Fairs and Festivals.

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Weekend Fun for LI Kids: Hallockville Fall Festival, Fiddle & Folk Festival, September 12-13

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 09/09/2015 - 6:00pm

With all local schools in session, your family might be looking to soak up the last few weekends of summer weather. Head outdoors to the Fiddle & Folk Festival at Benner's Farm or the Hallockville Fall Festival in Riverhead.

Families can also get all aboard the Long Island Live Steamers in Brookhaven, or get connected to the earth at a Family Nature Club in Islip.

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Weekend Fun for LI Kids: Railroad Festival, PirateFest, Royal Tea Party, Puppet Theater August 29-30

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Wed, 08/26/2015 - 6:00pm

Get the family all aboard for some fun with trains at the Railroad Festival in Riverhead this weekend. Ride, see and play with trains all day long. Or have your prince and princesses get the royal treatment at this special Tea Party in Oakdale.

On Sunday, spend the afternoon at Eisenhower Park on a playground, playing miniature golf or watching family-friendly puppet theater.

Remember, you can find even more options in our jam-packed Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide. To receive our posts in your inbox, subscribe to our free newsletters.

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