Crowds flock to Rockaway Avenue for Valley Stream Community Fest
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Shoppers checked out the displays at the Valley Stream Community Fest on Rockaway Avenue on Sept. 27. Temperatures rose into the 80s and the day felt like a return to summer as vendors showcased their merchandise and performers displayed their skills
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The Grace Thunderettes of Valley Stream danced during the event
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The Brooklyn Time Machine played background music as attendees viewed the classic cars on display
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Village officials and the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce took the stage
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Layla's Dance and Drum Company of Valley Stream performed at the Community Fest
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Boy Scout Troop #116, from left, Kevin Donoghue, Matt Donoghue, Tony Samuel, Matt Bitetto and Jason Bitetto were selling popcorn and other treats at the Community Fest
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Jacob Lebron, 2, Isabella Lebron, 5, and Emily LaManna, 5, each of Valley Stream, learned the importance of dialing 911 in case of an emergency
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Attendees at Saturday’s third annual Community Fest enjoyed summer temperatures and sunny skies as they perused vendor booths and dined in front of restaurants on Rockaway Avenue.
The crowd was more consistent than in previous years, according to organizer Andrew Hackmack. A host of politicians also had booths set up, with campaign workers carrying signs through the crowd.
