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Family Fun on a Budget

Hampton Bays Patch has found some great low-cost family activities for the holiday weekend and school break.

This week, we have come up with great deals on family activities during winter break.  And be sure to check back next Wednesday for some more deals that will save your family money.

1.  South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center- Bridgehampton

EVENT: Animals in Winter: Story Time and Walk. Program leader will read Under the Snow, by Melissa Stewart, and then take everyone out into the field for signs of animals that stay active all winter.

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DEAL: No charge for SoFo Members. Non-members $7 per adult; $5 per child. Fees include admission to the museum on the day of the program

GOOD THROUGH: One day only. February 19.

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2. A Night at The Aquarium at Atlantis Marine World-Riverhead 

EVENT:  Nocturnal Aquarium adventure. Explore the aquarium as you've never seen it before — in the dark by flashlight. Activities are offered throughout the night, including dinner and a movie. In the morning, you'll wake up with the fishes and enjoy a continental breakfast.

DEAL: Members $40.00 and non-members $60. Reservations are required.

Good through: One day only. February 25.

3.

EVENT: Children, teens and parents can join the Hampton Bays Library as they make a trip to the Southampton Town Animal shelter to visit the animals, give out dog biscuits and play with the cats.

DEAL:  Free

GOOD THROUGH: One day only. February 22.

4.

EVENT: The five day junior tennis camp includes multi-sport, skills and drills, with lunch included.

DEAL: Members $60 a day and $150 for 3-days. Non-members $120 a day and $300 for 3-days.

GOOD THROUGH: February 21-25.

5. Long Island Science Center

EVENT:  During the school break, the center will host Engineers Week which will feature special engineering crafts and activities for the entire family. The LI Science center is a science resource for Long Island's families, teachers and students.

DEAL: The website features a printable Child's Admission coupon good for $1.00 off.

GOOD THROUGH:  Coupon valid through December 2012

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