Balls, bats, sticks and gloves--if your little one is a sports enthusiast, then you're in luck. Have them jump, kick, hit, bounce, pounce and trounce their way to a good time at these birthday party spots on Long Island that cater to sports-minded kids. And for more ideas on how to celebrate your child's big day, check out our Long Island Party Guide.

Fall into family fun this weekend with a wide array of events and activities that will keep your group entertained. Check out amazing carved pumpkin displays at Rise of the Jack O'Lanterns, watch The Avengers at the Flick & Trick Festival and talk a walk through haunted woods at Spooky Fest (just to name a few).

Be sure to peruse our complete roundup of Fall Fairs and Festivals. And with Halloween fast approaching, you'll also want to check out our Halloween Guide for plenty of spooky (and not so spooky) fun with the kids.

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October might signal the end of the baseball season, but that doesn't mean your lil' slugger needs to put away his glove until spring. There are plenty of places where Long Island kids can practice and perfect their skills while inside, whether it's a homerun swing or catching pop fly's. And for more on sports programs and after-school enrichment, be sure to check out our Long Island Classes Guide.