Lynbrook kicks off Patriots’ Weekend with community celebration
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Lynbrook families from the Moriarty, Rodriguez, Fabiani and Gallo families gather at Greis Park during the opening night of the village’s annual Patriots’ Weekend celebration on May 25.
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Aila Shipman, 2, of Lynbrook, enjoys Patriots’ Weekend festivities at Greis Park with her father, Michael Shipman, during the village’s annual community celebration.
Tommy Lamoreaux, center in red, joins members of the Lynbrook Department of Public Works, Recreation Department staff and Police Chief Brian Paladino during the opening night of Patriots’ Weekend at Greis Park.
Casey Casill, 2, of Lynbrook, participates in a magic trick with entertainer John Turdo of Simply Magic during Patriots’ Weekend festivities.
Members of the Lynbrook Recreation Elite Dance Troupe perform during the opening night of Patriots’ Weekend at Greis Park, entertaining residents gathered for the annual community celebration.
Lynbrook friends Bridget Donlon, 7, Maeve Shipman, 7, Skylar Harnett, 6, and Victoria Cerami, 6, enjoy an evening of activities and entertainment at Greis Park.
Lynbrook’s annual Patriots’ Weekend celebration got underway at Greis Park on Monday evening, drawing residents for live music, family activities and a community picnic. The event featured Music at the Plaza, a children’s magic show, the mayor’s opening ceremony and a performance by the Lynbrook Libertybells.
The evening was set to conclude with the village’s “Salute to Our Veterans” fireworks display, honoring local veterans and active service members. Residents gathered throughout the park to celebrate Memorial Day and kick off the holiday festivities.
