A small hamlet located within the town of Hempstead, New York, Baldwin is a great place to spend a quiet and relaxing time with family or a loved one while having a great time. Baldwin has had a lot of significant things happen in its history, such as the first all-American monoplane being built and flown in the city, in 1910. It is also the home of some well-known people, like rapper Busta Rhymes, and former UFC middleweight champion, Chris Weidman. This just goes to show how influential the city is, in raising some great citizens. But don’t worry, you don’t have to know how to rap or fight in order to find something fun to do, in Baldwin.
1. Brew your own beer at Homebrews & Handgrenades
Do you brew your own beer at home? Are you looking for a new hobby? Do you just enjoy a good cold one after a long day at work? Then Homebrews & Handgrenades is perfect for you! Homebrews & Handgrenades is the place for homebrew enthusiasts to purchase the necessary ingredients and supplies to make a great beer, while also learning new tips and tricks to enhance their skills. You can even brew your own beer on the premises and they also provide classes for the individual that is just getting into the hobby, ensuring that every batch comes out just the way you like it. Then, be sure to attend the bottle swap so you can show off your new masterpiece while trying other people’s creations. So whether you’re a seasoned homebrew expert, new to the craft, or just enjoy a nice beer, Homebrews & Handgrenades is bound to please. And don’t be concerned by the name, there are no real grenades on the premises.
Homebrews & Handgrenades
Address: 2378 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
Website: Homebrews & Handgrenades
2. Learn to dance at Aggressive Latin Flow
Posted by Aggressivelatinflow on Thursday, 29 January 2015
If you’re looking for something fun to do while getting some exercise and learning a great new skill, then look no further than Aggressive Latin Flow! This dance studio provides classes for people interested in discovering the wonderful world of salsa and bachata dancing. Not only is this a great workout, but it’s also a perfect thing for couples to do together besides going to the movies and it might just become your new hobby! Classes range from beginner to level 2 so you’ll be surrounded by other’s with similar skill sets and, therefore, won’t feel out of place. They also have kids classes, which is a great way to get your children interested in something other than technology and get them some exercise. So impress your friends and family at that next wedding by becoming an expert dancer at Aggressive Latin Flow.
Aggressive Latin Flow
Address: 855 Merrick Rd, Baldwin, NY 11510
Website: Aggressive Latin Flow
3. Get outside to Baldwin Park
Considered by many to be the best park in Baldwin, Baldwin Park is a state of the art park for people of all ages. No matter what the age, everybody will find something for them as this park contains areas with many different activities. Activities include basketball, handball, paddleball, tennis, volleyball, soccer, a spray pool, baseball, shuffleboard, bike paths, roller rink, and a playground for children. There is also a giant skate park that is complete with all kinds of different obstacles that will be sure to test skaters, from beginners to experts. Baldwin Park is also located on the water, making it an ideal location for a romantic picnic, star gazing at night, and for swimming on those hot days, in the middle of the summer. Speaking of the summer, the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce hosts movie nights in Baldwin Park, during the summer, featuring some of the hottest movies. So put away the video game controllers, put the phones on silent, and enjoy the sun, at Baldwin Park.
Baldwin Park
Address: 3232 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
Website: Baldwin Park
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4. Bowl a perfect game at Baldwin Bowling Center
There is no greater way to spend a day with friends and family than bowling. Let’s face it, whether you regularly bowl a 300 or a 30, everybody has fun at the bowling lanes. But the Baldwin Bowling Center is more than just that, this Baldwin staple also has a lounge for relaxing between games, it hosts parties and events for birthdays and other gatherings, and is home to many leagues and bowling clubs for those that are looking for more than just a one-day thing. And no bowling experience is complete without the food that goes with it. Baldwin Bowling Center has a large menu that includes the classics, such as pizza, breadsticks, pretzels, burgers, and much more. Bowling is the activity that’s sure to please the entire group.
Baldwin Bowling Center
Address: 2407 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
Website: Baldwin Bowling Center
5. Have a classic date night at Bow Tie Cinemas
It may seem cliche, but there is no better way to do a date night than at the movies. And why fight the classics? Bow Tie Cinemas is the top place in Baldwin to catch the hottest movies. It’s a small theater that creates a comforting and casual atmosphere with friendly employees, without sacrificing the quality of the movie-going experience. If you’ve been wanting to see that one movie that everybody else keeps telling you is great, or if your wife/girlfriend has been hinting to take her to a movie that SHE has been dying to see, then take the hint and head over to the Bow Tie Cinema. The movies are always a great stop for a day when you want to get out of the house but still want to be lazy.
Bow Tie Cinemas
Address: 1849 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
Website: Bow Tie Cinemas
Beautiful Baldwin
It won’t take long for you to realize why the people of Baldwin refer to this wonderful city as ‘Beautiful Baldwin’. With its numerous parks that allow you to enjoy nature, it’s obvious where the name comes from. Add that to the many other fun attractions that will keep you busy for days, and you’ll be coming back for more, in Baldwin, New York.
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