My son and daughter-in-law took me to The Humes Japanese Stroll Garden for Mother's Day. We enjoyed…read morethe nature and culture this gem had. There was beauty and tranquility with every step on our stroll. We spoke with the lovely Mary S Garden and she inspired us to complete our garden at home. Mary was so knowledgeable and friendly and not only answered all our questions but gave great advice on horticulture, composting, and much more. All the staff were friendly! Take your time to stroll and look at all the beauty surrounding you at every turn. Leave your worries in the garden. We will return with family and friends and highly recommend John P Humes's Japanese Stroll Garden to ALL! Thank you to the North Shore Alliance for preserving this garden!

TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO - It's only opened on Saturday/Sunday…read morewith limited hours - Only opened during warmer months of the year (May-Oct) - It's completely free (no fee to enter - donations accepted) - Parking lot is very small and can be packed fairly quickly. I would suggest coming closer by opening time or you have to wait for a car to leave - There is 2 porter potties near the entrance - It's quite a small space - takes about 15-30min max to leisurely walk around This Japanese Stroll Garden is located in Mill Neck. It's quite a small area of land compared to the parks/preserves in the area, but while you are within the bounds of this garden, it feels quite peaceful/zen. It is designed to mimic that of Japanese Garden. The details of the wooden cross bridge, abundant bamboo trees, stone lanterns/water basins, the pond and the Japanese tea house located in the middle all make you almost forget that you are in NY and feel like you are transported to Japan for a moment. It's a really nice escape while taking in the sights & having a casual stroll. Although I do suggest a visit once, I don't think it's worth the trek coming all the way here just for this (just because it only takes 30min max). It's a great detour while having other things on the agenda to do around the area.

I came to this place as a chaperone for a school field trip. I have to start by saying that the…read moreentire grounds are beyond amazing! There are so many plants, flowers, and a beautiful greenhouse. Everything outdoors was stunning, and despite the heat, it was a wonderful day to spend outside. The kids had a great time, and the parents acting as chaperones enjoyed the nature as well, we were able to hear the birds, smell the flowers, and take beautiful pictures. Everything was great from that perspective. However, when we took the tour inside the castle, things took a turn. There is no AC inside, and it was a very hot day. You can imagine having a large group of kids inside a stuffy museum after they had already been out in the sun! They had a scavenger hunt set up for the kids, yet when the kids actually found the items, the staff very angrily told them they weren't allowed to touch anything. It makes no sense to host a scavenger hunt for children if they aren't allowed to interact with the items. In every single room we entered, they were just barking orders: 'Don't touch, don't lean, don't do this, don't do that.' It was incredibly frustrating, especially given the heat. To make matters worse, one of the girls working with the tour guide kept complaining out loud, saying, 'Oh my God, oh my God, these kids.' It was very unprofessional. Vine a este lugar como acompañante en una excursión escolar. Tengo que empezar diciendo que todo el terreno exterior es más que increíble. Hay muchísimas plantas, flores y un invernadero hermoso. Todo afuera es espectacular y, a pesar del calor, fue un día muy bonito para pasarlo al aire libre. Los niños se lo pasaron genial y los padres que íbamos como chaperones también disfrutamos de la naturaleza; pudimos escuchar las aves, oler las flores y tomar fotos preciosas. Todo estuvo excelente desde esa perspectiva. Sin embargo, cuando hicimos el recorrido dentro del castillo, la situación cambió por completo. No hay aire acondicionado adentro y hacía mucho calor. ¡Imagínense tener a tantos niños dentro de un museo caluroso después de haber estado bajo el sol! Tenían una búsqueda del tesoro (scavenger hunt) para los niños, pero cuando ellos encontraban los objetos, el personal les decía de forma muy molesta y agresiva que no tenían permitido tocarlos. No tiene sentido organizar una búsqueda del tesoro para niños si no pueden interactuar con los objetos. En cada habitación a la que entrábamos, solo nos decían: 'No toquen, no se apoyen, no hagan esto, no hagan aquello'. Fue muy frustrante, especialmente por el calor. Para colmo, una de las muchachas que estaba con el guía no dejaba de quejarse diciendo: 'Ay Dios mío, ay Dios mío, estos niños'. Fue muy poco profesional.

If you like orchids then this was the event for you. Placed at the Horticultural house with easy to…read morefollow spink signage along the path , this 3 day weekend event was all about them. Lots of variations, everything for purchase to buy and set yourself up for these plants, classes , materials, pictures and jewlery. This said stopping into their Greenhouse to see many other amazing plants was also a treat to the eyes .The sensory garden was quite nice with sweet smells and a little fountain of running water. Sunday head beautiful weather and a nice place to visit most anytime. Note : parking is 8 dollars and after you find and pay at machine you must take tag back to your car for placement in window. ( maybe libraries have tickets for it - it's worth checking)

How have I never been to this preserve?! What a freaking cool place…read more Pro tip: the abandoned buildings are stupid easy to find, don't be like me and wander for a good hour/hour and a half wondering where they are. As you may be aware of, the preserve is home to the Holocaust museum for the county (which I plan on visiting sometime soon). If you find parking on the left side of the building (the side with the butterfly garden) you will find the abandoned building on the right side of the museum, as if you venture down to the water. There's a few buildings to see and the history behind them is pretty cool. Next time I will have to bring my Canon to take some nicer shots. Wear good gripping shoes as it can be muddy and you'll slip and side a bit. There are signs for no dogs but plenty of people brought their Fido's and Fifi's.

I read the reviews before coming here so I was a little skeptical about the trip. I decided to come…read morehere with my sister and nephew and do some hiking. This place is amazing. We really enjoyed it. We started by the mansion. It's suppose to be a museum but it' is closed due to COVID. There is a garden which is very beautiful and the placards around the garden tells you about why the garden is there. It is dedicated to the children of Holocaust. There is lots of woods with many different paths to walk. They set it up nicely with small bridges over a stream with rocks. The path we took led us to the ocean. There is a beach in one side and the LI sound on the other. We walked for almost an hour and it was very enjoyable. We didn't get to see the abandoned buildings with graffiti on them because of the timing . However we will be coming back possibly earlier to be able to see more. Definitely worth the trip. There is free parking.

I have read a lot of the interesting reviews and find a common theme here. This museum is…read moredefinitely and place with a powerful message, and a treasure for those of us here on the Island. This museum is not just about the Jewish Holocaust but the rise of the Third Reich and the progression of activities that led to the Final Solution. There is a very powerful message here of teaching tolerance and respect. As you pass through the rooms filled with pictures and narratives you learn how this quickly escalated from the early days of the rose of the Reich to the horrible beast it became. This place should be on every family list of places to visit. It is a living history of what must not be forgotten. On a personal note... When I visited the camps in Poland there was school bus after school bus of children. Learning about this period in history is a mandatory part of the school's curriculum. Here we walk through museums, there they walk through the actual camps that held so many people. The staff here is amazing and will always be able to find someone to answer questions. This is a place to come, learn, and reflect about all our actions and words. KUDOs to the team at Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County

Had Salvador Dali litho expo. Good Holocaust education wing. Nothing like Washington museum,…read morethough. Presume docents there some days.

I've been looking everywhere for a place that sells houseplants along the North Shore, so I was…read morethrilled when I found this one! It's small and tucked away along Forest Ave., so you have to be looking for it to see it. But it's SO worth it when you find it! This is a family-owned, family-run business that really cares about its customers. The moment I come in, one of those family members is there to say hello and offer to help me find something. They're all kind, friendly, and very knowledgeable about their products. They have plants as well as containers, garden ornaments, gardening tools, even seeds to start a garden completely from scratch. Their plants are all very well cared for. They're lush and healthy, and they're sold at a very reasonable price. AND they're open year-round! I'm so excited to visit throughout the year, and I hope you take a minute to stop by too!

Large selection of beautiful flowers and plants. We were helped by someone who showed an interest…read morein helping us

He did a reasonable job and was affordable. However, I did notice he kept adding additional fees…read morefor things that should have been included in the original price quote. Two shrubs close to my house almost dead due to chemicals used. I was able to bring them back to life. I'm undecided if I would use him again. I had power cleaning in the past and they did a better job and price was consistent. No additional hidden fees

I hired Gold Coast Power Washing to do my entire home, my patio, and my walkways. They showed up…read moreon time and did a beautiful job. They were on time, efficient, and mindful of my gardens and specimen plantings while doing my house. I highly recommend Jeff and his team.

What a wonderful little farm!…read more Luckily there's a sign and GPS puts you in the right place, otherwise it looks like private party that is completely closed off. The days it is open a wonderful farmer's market operates inside. Everyone who works here is wonderful and explains the CSA they offer, as well as what is available to those who want to shop here and there. All of their fruits and veggies looked delicious and fresh! I ended up buying some potatoes and carrots. They seemed to be a busy place for their CSA members and while I cannot afford that membership right now, it is something I will absolutely keep in mind for the future. Prices are fair, you can walk the fields, if you have the CSA you can pick your own berries. A wonderful spot if you want fresh produce and want to know exactly where it's coming from.

This is one of the best organic farms on Long Island and I am so lucky to have found them. We have…read morebeen members for about 5 years now and just love all the fresh produce as well as the farmers themselves. They are constantly answering my questions, helping to supplement and fill my home garden and they are just generally nice people. Shame on our Nassau county legislators for holding up their contract. Farming is a challenge here due to weather, blight, bugs - yet through it all Caroline and Dan have been able to provide for all of us who want better than what we are being offered in the supermarkets. They certainly don't do it for the money. If anyone is free on a Saturday go check out the tin house, tour the farm, enjoy the beauty that they have created (just in case the worst thing happens and Nassau county lets this farm go fallow).

Stopped by Ace Hardware early this Memorial Day morning--place was quiet, but the staff was fully…read morepresent. Three team members on duty, all incredibly attentive and helpful. This is the kind of store you're grateful to see open on a holiday, even more grateful for the people who show up with care and pride. Thanks for helping me start the day right.

I was scrambling for a snowblower and the consensus among my sources was to go with the EGO…read morebattery-operated 1 stage snowblower. Based on local inventory Schaefers had one left so I placed an online order for store pickup. I received a call from Melissa that they had my order but the only one available was a floor model, which was in high demand given the turbinado bombastic blizzard coming to Long Island. I accepted their offer. She was very helpful then in checking the dimensions of the assembled snowblower and assuring me it would fit into my hatchback. Upon pickup I was showered with fantastic customer service. Not only was I greeted by the same person on the phone, I was given a quick demo and checklist of inventory, including batteries and charger. She then helped walk the device out to my car and load it into the trunk. Overall extremely satisfied with my purchase and shopping experience. To the management: Melissa deserves a raise

I recently had the pleasure of working with Patrick & His Wife Aleka Bellidoro not only did they…read morecome highly recommended for there quality landscaping but also for their down to earth humble professional manner. Do yourself a favor and get yourself a free estimate.

Always needed help fixing my backyard...Oasis was recommended by my Aunt, decided to give them a…read moretry, and so happy I did. Their work exceeded my expectations. Thank you Oasis!