Roslyn facts for kids

Roslyn is a name that you might hear in different places around the world and for different things! It's a name used for towns, suburbs, and even a special computer project. Let's explore some of the places and things called Roslyn.

Places Called Roslyn

Many towns and areas share the name Roslyn. Here are a few of them:

Roslyn in New York, USA

One well-known place is the village of Roslyn, New York. It's located on the North Shore of Long Island, which is an island in the state of New York, United States. This village is part of Nassau County. It's known for its pretty scenery and historic buildings.

Roslyn in New Zealand

New Zealand has two places named Roslyn:

• Roslyn, Manawatu-Wanganui: This is a suburb of a city called Palmerston North. Palmerston North is located on the North Island of New Zealand.
• Roslyn, Otago: This is another suburb, but it's in the city of Dunedin. Dunedin is on the South Island of New Zealand. This Roslyn was also once an area that elected a representative to the government, known as an electorate.

Other Roslyn Places in the USA

• Roslyn, Pennsylvania: This is a community located in the United States.
• Roslyn, South Dakota: You can find this town in Day County, which is in the state of South Dakota, United States.
• Roslyn, Washington: This is a city located in Kittitas County, in the state of Washington, United States.

Roslyn in Computing

The name Roslyn is also used in the world of computers!

• The .NET Compiler Platform is a special set of tools and programs used by computer developers. It's much better known by its exciting codename: Roslyn! This platform helps people who write computer code in languages like C# and Visual Basic .NET. It makes it easier for these languages to be understood and run by computers.

Transportation with Roslyn in the Name

You might also see the name Roslyn connected to train stations:

• Roslyn station (SEPTA): This is a train station in Roslyn, Pennsylvania, in the USA. It's part of the SEPTA Regional Rail system, which helps people travel around the area.
• Roslyn (LIRR station): This station is in Roslyn, New York, USA. It's part of the Long Island Rail Road, a busy train system that serves Long Island.
• Roslyn railway station, New South Wales: This is a railway station in Roslyn, New South Wales, Australia.
• North Roslyn (LIRR station): This was another station on the Long Island Rail Road, but it is no longer in use.