Top three picks for home and garden tours — offered this weekend

There’s something about magnificent mansions and perfectly manicured gardens that entice the history buff, and photographer, in me; so, I’ve picked few tours and events that might get you on board to explore stunning and historical venues this weekend.

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The East End has it going on with plenty to see and do this weekend

I have a special place in my heart for the Eastern End of Long Island; as a Nassau resident, it is truly a getaway for me. And, I look forward to getting out there, now, especially with all the attractions, shows and festivals held in the summer.

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August on Long Island is the perfect time to catch free movies – outdoors

Watch some well-loved or newer films, from the comfort of a beach chair or blanket, as it’s the season for outdoor, free film screenings here on long Island. Whether you choose to watch from the grassy lawns at Eisenhower Park or by the bay at Sunset Park in Port Washington, you and your family are sure to make memories under the stars. Don’t forget to bring popcorn!

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Sample the food and the fun at feast-centric festivities in Glen Cove and Copiague

Chow down on sausage-and-pepper sandwiches at the Feast of St. Rocco in Glen Cove, this week, Aug. 2-5; and then, sample international delights, from kielbasa to plantains, at Our Lady of the Assumption Feast in Copiague, a few days later, Aug. 8-12. But, be sure to get family and friends to join you for a good time as there are also midway rides, games and carnival-style activities at these two, cool summer feasts.

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Opening reception for “The Best of Jackie O” exhibit at Greenport Theatre this Friday

Former First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, is an American icon! And, while images of her as the widow of President Kennedy, an influencer of style and as a book editor might be what first come to mind, photographer Bert Morgan captured Jackie Bouvier during her childhood and his photographs are in the East End Arts’ (EEA) exhibit, “The Best of Jackie O,” on display now-Sept. 8, at Greenport Theatre.

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Fireworks light up the sky this week across Long Island

If you’re scrambling to find out where the best-of-the-best fireworks displays are on Long Island to mark Independence Day this year, look no further; as I’ve made seven picks for where to go to view them. Here are my choice celebrations that I’m sure will provide you and your family with plenty of enjoyment.

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