What’s A Grandma To Do?
June 29th, 2008 category: Real Estate News
As a very recent member of the gramma “club”, I’ve been searching out activities for children (grandchildren) on the North Fork of Long Island.
Whether you live on the North Fork, simply vacation here, or are like many, considering retirement here, my new perspective on this area is full of possibilities. Quite frankly, short of owning a property in an amusement park, this is truly a spectacular place in which to enjoy the experiences offered to our beloved “little ones.”
As people who love sailing, Callie’s first visit (OK- she’ll need to be more than the day old that she currently is) will be to the Southold sailing club for kids. Learning to handle a boat, and all of the safety rules, will be imperative for her when she’s old enough to participate, and the Southold Yacht Club offers just such an experience.
The Southold Indian Museum, located on Main Bayview recently offered a “crafts for kids” afternoon, and often has events specifically tailored for the younger crowd. 631-765-5577. www.southoldindianmuseum.org will provide details.
Located immediately across the street is a fascinating building offering views of the stars- when events occur at the Custer Institute, parking gets crazy, so arrive early. For star gazers, this is a top notch experience for all ages. www.custerobservatory.org will provide you with scheduled events.
If the kids are a bit older, the water park located in Calverton called Splish Splash provides the “juice” that some kids crave- the website provides details at www.splishsplashlongisland.com. I hope, when Callie reaches an age that permits a trip to the park, that I’m still nimble enough to make it up (and down) that HUGE water slide!
This is a very small offering of activities for kids on the North Fork- the bustling farm stands, with offers of strawberry picking, roasted corn, and the occasional quartet fill many afternoons for our visitors. Once corn season is really here, you’ll find that the crowds are full of little faces, with butter dripping, enjoying the magic of the North Fork.
Really- as a Gramma now, living here is exactly the type of location that I relish sharing with my new little granddaughter- what a fantastic place to be!
Now, if I can just convince my daughter and her husband to MOVE HERE…
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June 30th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Dear Laurie,
I somehow missed this great event. Congratulations!!!!
Seems like there are some good activities for young ones in your area. Now as a grandma you will be more aware of these.
July 2nd, 2008 at 12:07 pm
Hi, Jennifer! I missed it, too- Calli came the night before I arrived in Denver. She’s wonderful- this Gramma thing is something that I could really get used to, and the kids are ecstatic (and of course, amazing parents already)
So much for us to look forward to, isn’t there?
July 20th, 2008 at 8:10 am
Hi, Laurie–
Your mom called me promptly with the good news, and I am sending my congrats and best wishes (not so promptly)! Hope all is well. Were you part of the Sebago visit?
Email me anytime. I’d love to catch up.