Activities Suitable for Families on the East End to Enjoy During the Week of February 3–8, 2023

East End Attractions That the Whole Family Will Love

Congregational Hall / Clubhouse

The Clubhouse is a great place to take the kids for some competitive family fun, with activities like bowling, arcade games, mini golf, and food. And if you’ve got older kids, it’s a perfect place to hang out and catch the game.
East Hampton, 174 Daniels Hole Road. The Clubhouse Hamptons may be reached at (631) 637-2695, and its website is located at:

Absolutely Out of Their Minds

Take the kids to Crazy Beans in Greenport for a warm meal on a chilly day; the menu features a wide variety of creative egg and pancake dishes in addition to burgers and other kid-friendly fare. Younger patrons can choose between hot chocolate and sweetened iced tea while their parents sip their choice of a variety of latte flavors.
Greenport’s number 2 on Main Street. Crazy Beans Restaurant, 631-333-2436; crazybeansrestaurant.com.

Research at the Custer Institute and Observatory

The Custer Institute and Observatory is available to the public every Saturday night from dark until midnight, so bring your young explorer over. Enjoy the night sky through large telescopes, enjoy a guided tour, or peruse the resources available in the library, exhibition hall, and gift shop. In addition, there are many events suitable for children and their parents listed on their website.
Custer Observatory, 1115 Main Bayview Road, Southold; 631-765-2626.

Those Wee Ones, or the Minis,

Hop on over to The Little in East Hampton if you’re looking for a fresh take on kid-friendly retail therapy; the shop’s carefully curated selection of toys, books, clothes, and more will delight children of all ages.
East Hampton, Newtown Lane No. 23. 631.527.7073 or check out thelittleeast.com

Aquarium on Long Island

You can take your goldfish to one of the best East End attractions, which features displays like Amphibian Alley, the Amazon Rainforest, and the Butterfly Pavilion. Prices range from $22 for kids to $43 for adults. Children under the age of two go in free.
Visit us at the Long Island Aquarium, 431 East Main Street in Riverhead, NY 631-208-9200, or online at longislandaquarium.com.

Experience a Safari

Take your children aged 1-10 to Safari Adventure, a soft playground with inflatables, a Jacuzzi, and more than 30 video games, for some energetic winter fun.
Riverhead, 1074 Pulaski St. The Safar Adventures can be reached at (631) 727-4386 or online at (www.thesafariadventure.com).

The Dining Establishment of Sam

After a long day of exploring the East End, take your kiddo to Sam’s Restaurant for some delicious pizza made with all-natural ingredients and served in a casual, retro setting. Some of the best compliments I’ve heard from parents are about the service and the crispiness of the pies.
East Hampton, 36 Newtown Lane, 631-324-5900, samseasthampton.com.

Museum of Natural History and Nature Center on South Fork

The South Fork History Museum has a Marine Touch Tank, aquariums with local fauna, and vibrant murals covering its walls that are perfect for nature-loving kids. The museum is accessible daily between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm.
Address: 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton; telephone: (631) 599-2391; website: (sofo.org)

Skating Facility in Southampton

Skate at your leisure during clean, welcoming public sessions at this neighborhood favorite. There are also places to rent skates, buy snacks, and take skating lessons.
To be more specific, 668 County Road 39, Southampton. South Hampton Ice Rink, 631-283-2158, southamptonicerink.com.

East Hampton’s YMCA

The YMCA in East Hampton has a pool, basketball courts, and a teen center, so if your kids are itching to get some exercise, you can take them there.
The address is 2 Gingerbread Lane in East Hampton. Call (631)329-6884 or visit ymcali.org for more information.

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