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Toiletries, flashlights, batteries, children’s clothing, toys, diapers, cleaning supplies, paper goods, utensils and kosher food are still in high demand in the Five Towns.

After seeing many people in the community with homes ruined and lives turned upside down in the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, Five Towns Community Chest Board President Steven Spiro said the organization was spurred into action. more

By Ann Friedman | 11/14/12

Pia Califano, 9, of Oceanside, jumped as karate instructor Dana Smith moved a foam baton.

An entertaining Sunday at the Five Towns Community Chest Fair [Photo gallery]

Musical performances and karate exhibitions were part of Sunday's entertainment at the 28th annual Five Towns Community Chest in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park. more

By Jeff Bessen | 9/23/12

Robhno Reyes, 7, of Cedarhurst appeared to enjouy his time on the merry-go-round at the fair.

Strolling through the Five Towns Community Chest Fair [Photo gallery]

Though the Saturday night showing of the movie "E.T." was postponed due to the forecast rain, the first day of the 28th annual Five Towns Community Chest Fair in Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park was full of fun in the sun with rides, games, food and music. more

By Jeff Bessen | 9/22/12

On Saturday and Sunday, Five Towns Community Chest will hold its 28th annual fair in Cedarhurst Park. The event, which features, rides, games and entertainment, is sponsored by the Nassau Herald. Above, Astor Singh at last year’s fair.

Bringing together families and friends

Attendees at this year’s Five Towns Community Chest Fair can expect more fun than ever before, according to the organization’s Executive Director Bob Block. more

By Ann Friedman | 9/20/12

Director Susan de sciora and board President Ben Eilbott in the facility’s children’s section, one of its more popular areas.

Forward-thinking library

Leaders of the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library are at the halfway point of their latest long-range plan, and are looking carefully at what still needs to be accomplished. The goal is to revitalize the library to best serve today’s — and tomorrow’s — patrons. more

By Ann Friedman | 9/20/12

Five Towns Community Chest Youth Board members prepare for upcoming events, including the annual fair at Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park.

Community fair at Cedarhurst Park

Five Towns Community Chest’s Youth Board met at the home of Youth Board Advisor Jackie Kaminer to discuss preparations for the upcoming Community Chest Fair at Andrew J. Parise Cedarhurst Park on Saturday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Sept. 23. more

9/13/12

Five Towns Community Chest’s Youth Board is a place where high school students can get involved in helping their neighbors. From left, Community Chest President Steven Spiro, Youth Board Advisor Jackie Kaminer and past Youth Board Co-chair Ellen Liebenthal.

Getting involved with Five Towns Community Chest’s youth board

When it comes to involving everyone in their plans, Five Towns Community Chest hits the nail on its head. Alongside the dedicated volunteers on the board of directors, the not-for-profit organization has a youth board, helping high school students to make a difference in their community. more

By Erika and Jackie Kaminer | 8/30/12

Come one, come all, to the fair!

The days are becoming noticeably shorter, and the air is gradually turning cooler. Children have returned from camp. Vacations spent at the beach or in the mountains are ending. more

8/23/12

Arts Below Sunrise, Hewlett-Woodmere’s first music and arts festival, will take place on Oct. 14 along Broadway, from Conklin Avenue in Woodmere to Trinity Place in Hewlett.

Working together for the Five Towns

The Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools Endowment Fund, the Five Towns Community Chest and the Hewlett-Woodmere Business Association are collaborating to bring the two communities together while raising money for scholarships and educational programs and drawing positive attention to the merchants in the area. more

By Ann Friedman | 8/22/12

Ira Marcus flipped the pancakes at the Five Towns Community Chest Youth Board breakfast fundraiser.

Flapjacks flipped, money raised benefits youngsters [Photo gallery]

Youth board members from the Woodmere-based Five Towns Community Chest hosted a flapjack fundraiser at Applebee’s restaurant on Rockaway Turnpike in Lawrence on May 19 to benefit the children of the Early Learning Center in Inwood. more

5/24/12

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