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Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/7/11

Newbridge Road officials, elected leaders and students gathered recently to cut the ribbon on Newbridge's new playground.

Newbridge Road Elementary now open for play

For several years, all that has stood at Newbridge Road School was the skeleton of a playground from years ago, but that all changed recently. On March 30, children and parents alike watched as the ribbon was cut away to open a brand-new playground at the site, an accomplishment that was two years in the making. more

By Deirdre Krasula | 4/6/11

East Rockaway students to host Chinese auction

The Senior and Junior classes of East Rockaway High School will be holding a Chinese Auction on April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the main hallway of the school. A variety of items will be auctioned off throughout the night, with partial proceeds being donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. more

By Mary Malloy | 4/6/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/1/11

Phase B of the Malverne Roadway Improvement project is set to begin this month.

Village ready for more roadwork

Malverne residents are gearing up for the start of Phase B of the village’s Roadway Improvement project. The part of the project will cover the Foster Brook section of the village, with work … more

3/16/11

James Kaminiski, of West Hempstead Boy Scout Troop 240, with his mother, Kathryn Kaminski, and Scoutmaster Gary Port, achieved the Eagle Scout rank.

The sky's the limit for W.H. Eagle Scout

Honorably achieving the highest rank in scouting, 18-year-old James Kaminski, member of Boy Scout Troop 240, earned the Eagle Scout status last weekend. The Court of Honor Ceremony, which took … more

By Victoria Centrella | 3/16/11

Lydia Almedia, far left, Heather Arias, Erik Melgar, Danielle DiCristi, Stella Smith and Nicole Hegmann showed off their juggling skills at the Lincoln Orens Middle School Circus Project on Feb. 18. The fifth-grade students practiced all week in preparation for the performance.

Island Park students clown around

Fifth graders at Lincoln Orens Middle School had the opportunity to experience life as a circus performer when they participated in the National Circus Project. Sponsored by the Island Park PTA, the … more

2/23/11

The Laramie Project comes to Adelphi

Moises Kaufman's The Laramie Project is performed at Adelphi University this weekend. Those in the mood for something less intense can check out The Ethical Humanist Society's Darwin Day celebration or venture over to Muttontown Preserve. more

2/16/11

Courtesy RVC Soccer Club Tighe Field at Mill River was renamed in 2003 in honor of Coach Steve Tighe, who was among those lost on Sept. 11, 2001.

Rockville Centre Soccer Club to celebrate 40 years

The community is invited to join the Rockville Centre Soccer Club on the evening of March 4 as its members celebrate its 40th anniversary at the St. Agnes Parish Center. more

2/9/11

The Baldwin Lions met up with a Korean culture group on January 30th for a meal and some lessons on Korea. The event took place at the Baldwin Public Library.

Lions have Koreans for lunch

The Baldwin lions hosted a Korean culture event on January 30th at the public library. Ms. Kyung Won Pak, director of the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project, contacted Lions president Dianne Cattrano and suggested a get together. Intrigued by the idea, Cattrano contacted the library and the project began picking up steam. more

By Chris Connolly | 2/9/11