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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next

We’re closing the week with two practical stories for Nassau residents and property owners. More than 450 local businesses offer senior discounts, and conservation easements may give some homeowners a way to protect environmentally valuable land for the long term.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 450+ Nassau Businesses Offer Senior Discounts
🌊 Conservation Easements Could Protect Local Land
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Did you know? A conservation easement can outlast the person who created it.

The land can remain privately owned and may still be sold, but the agreed-upon conservation restrictions stay with the property. In New York, land covered by an easement can also remain on local tax rolls.

450+ Nassau Businesses Offer Senior Discounts

Photo by News 12

Hundreds of Nassau County businesses are offering discounts to older residents, but many eligible shoppers may not realize how extensive the program has become. A searchable county resource now makes it easier to find participating restaurants, stores and service providers.

Conservation Easements Could Protect Local Land

Long Island homeowners with environmentally valuable property may have an option for protecting it permanently through a conservation easement. The arrangement can carry financial implications as well, but the rules and long-term restrictions require careful consideration.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Friday, August 7
High: 87°F | Low: 73°F
⛈️ Hot and humid with a chance of afternoon or evening storms

Saturday, August 8
High: 85°F | Low: 73°F
🌦️ Partly cloudy early, then scattered storms later in the day

Sunday, August 9
High: 85°F | Low: 73°F
⛅ Warm and partly cloudy, with a few showers possible at night

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FUN DAYS AND FUN WAYS

Friday, August 7
Bethpage Carnival & Music Off Broadway
Benkert Street
3:00 PM | Bethpage
A summer carnival weekend event with vendors, food trucks, music, and local community fun.

Saturday, August 8
Lion’s Gate Intuitive Empath Readings with Cloe Dina
Twin Flame
12:00 PM | Bethpage
Book a personalized intuitive reading for guidance on relationships, career, growth, and self-discovery.

Saturday, August 8
Annual All White Moonlight Caribbean Party Boat Cruise
Capt. Lou’s Party Boats
6:30 PM | Freeport
A Caribbean-style all-white boat cruise with music, dancing, island vibes, and a night on the water.

CIVIC AND SOCIAL HAPPENINGS

Friday-Saturday, August 7-8
Big Jay Oakerson
Governor’s Levittown
Showtimes vary | Levittown
A special comedy weekend with Big Jay Oakerson, known for his crowd work, podcasts, and stand-up specials.

Saturday, August 8
The Dana Show Red Carpet Screening
525 Bedford Avenue
6:30 PM | Bellmore
A red-carpet screening event for The Dana Show with a theater-style community night.

Sunday, August 9
Beach & Bay Cleanup
Manorhaven Beach Town Park
10:00 AM | Port Washington
Volunteers can help clean the beach and bay by land or water, with supplies and scout patches available.

SPORTS EVENTS

Friday, August 7th
New York Mets vs Pittsburgh Pirates
MLB Regular Season
06:40 PM | PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Away Game!

Saturday, August 8th
New York Yankees vs Atlanta Braves
MLB Regular Season
03:05 PM | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Home Game!

Sunday, August 9th
New York Mets vs Pittsburgh Pirates
MLB Regular Season
01:35 PM | PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Away Game!

LIVE MUSIC

Friday, August 7
The Warped Tour Band
Mulcahy’s
8:00 PM | Wantagh
A free 21+ show celebrating pop-punk and Warped Tour-era favorites.

Saturday, August 8
Simon’s Valley Stream Jazz Festival
Village Green Park
4:00 PM | Valley Stream
A free multicultural jazz festival celebrating music, community, and culture.

Sunday, August 9
Homebrew Music presents Johnny Rain Band
Sands Point Preserve
2:00 PM | Sands Point
Relax outdoors with local live music at the Preserve’s Ice House gathering space.

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next

Today’s stories stretch from Uniondale’s downtown streets to one of Manhasset’s most talked-about homes. Local business leaders are pushing for a coordinated downtown makeover, while Mike Francesa’s estate has sold for $7.5 million after years on the market.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Uniondale Leaders Push Downtown Makeover
🌊 Mike Francesa Sells Manhasset Estate
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Uniondale was once home to “Fort Neverlose.”

Nassau Coliseum earned that nickname during the Islanders’ dynasty years. The team won four consecutive Stanley Cups from 1980 through 1983 and reached the Stanley Cup Final five years in a row.

Uniondale Leaders Push Downtown Makeover

Uniondale business leaders are calling for a coordinated effort to improve the community’s downtown, from its appearance to the overall streetscape. Their concern is not simply cosmetic, with supporters arguing that better public spaces could strengthen the entire business district.

Mike Francesa Sells Manhasset Estate

Mike Francesa’s Manhasset estate has sold for $7.5 million after spending years on the market and undergoing several price changes. The sprawling property includes custom sports features that make the deal especially fitting for the longtime radio personality.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Thursday, August 6
High: 86°F | Low: 73°F
🌤️ Warmer with sun and passing clouds, plus a chance of showers at night

Friday, August 7
High: 87°F | Low: 73°F
⛈️ Hot and humid with a chance of afternoon or evening storms

Featured Business

A Coffee Break with a View

Tucked inside the Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn, Tardi’s Cafe is a little different from the typical neighborhood coffee stop. It’s the kind of place that works after a museum visit, a walk through the grounds, or whenever you want a quieter break. With coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and a peaceful setting, it feels more like a small escape than just a place to grab a drink.

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FUN DAYS AND FUN WAYS

Thursday, August 6
Allegria Rooftop Summer Vibes: Palm Springs Desert Disco
Allegria Hotel
7:00 PM | Long Beach
A 21+ rooftop party with retro Palm Springs style, cocktails, sunset views, and summer nightlife energy.

Friday, August 7
Bethpage Carnival & Music Off Broadway
Benkert Street
3:00 PM | Bethpage
A summer carnival weekend event with vendors, food trucks, music, and local community fun.

Saturday, August 8
Journey to the Lion’s Gate Portal
Twin Flame
12:00 PM | Bethpage
A guided transformational workshop focused on manifestation, healing, intuition, and personal clarity.

CIVIC AND SOCIAL HAPPENINGS

Thursday, August 6
Connor’s Blueline Bash
American Legion Massapequa NY Post 1066
7:00 PM | Massapequa
A casual fundraiser-style gathering with food, team gear, community support, and a sports-themed night out.

Friday-Saturday, August 7-8
Big Jay Oakerson
Governor’s Levittown
Showtimes vary | Levittown
A special comedy weekend with Big Jay Oakerson, known for his crowd work, podcasts, and stand-up specials.

Saturday, August 8
The Dana Show Red Carpet Screening
525 Bedford Avenue
6:30 PM | Bellmore
A red-carpet screening event for The Dana Show with a theater-style community night.

SPORTS EVENTS

Thursday, August 6th
New York Mets vs Cleveland Guardians
MLB Regular Season
01:10 PM | Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
Away Game!

Staten Island FerryHawks vs Lancaster Stormers
Atlantic League Baseball
06:45 PM | Penn Medicine Park, Lancaster, PA
Away Game!

Friday, August 7th
New York Mets vs Pittsburgh Pirates
MLB Regular Season
06:40 PM | PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Away Game!

Hudson Valley Renegades vs Greenville Drive
Minor League Baseball - South Atlantic League
06:45 PM | Fluor Field at the West End, Greenville, SC
Away Game!

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday, August 6
Summer Concert Series: Rock Stars From Mars
Piazza Ernesto Strada
7:00 PM | Westbury
A free outdoor rock concert with a high-energy Long Island party band.

Friday, August 7
DRIVE The Cars Tribute
Denton Green Park
7:00 PM | Hempstead
A free Village of Hempstead summer concert with a tribute to The Cars and 80s music.

Saturday, August 8
Simon’s Valley Stream Jazz Festival
Village Green Park
4:00 PM | Valley Stream
A free multicultural jazz festival celebrating music, community, and culture.

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next

Nassau is making moves in education at both ends of the classroom. Three new Goddard School locations are planned for Manhasset, Roslyn and Garden City, while Hofstra’s online MBA program has earned new national recognition.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Three Goddard Schools Planned for Nassau
🌊 Hofstra Online MBA Earns High Ranking
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Hofstra is also an arboretum.

Hofstra’s 244-acre campus contains more than 12,000 evergreen and deciduous trees representing approximately 625 species and varieties. The university’s grounds have been officially recognized as an arboretum since 1985.

Three Goddard Schools Planned for Nassau

Rendering by The Goddard School

The Goddard School is planning new locations in Manhasset, Roslyn and Garden City as the early-childhood education provider expands across Nassau County. One of the projects could bring a notable new use to a former retail property.

Hofstra Online MBA Earns High Ranking

Hofstra’s online MBA program has received another strong national ranking as the university expands its approach to innovation, global studies and leadership development. The recognition comes as Hofstra continues reshaping the program for working professionals.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Wednesday, August 5
High: 80°F | Low: 67°F
🌧️ Cloudy and damp with showers on and off

Thursday, August 6
High: 86°F | Low: 73°F
🌤️ Warmer with sun and passing clouds, plus a chance of showers at night

Featured Business

A&S Italian Marketplace: An Oceanside Business Built Across Generations

A&S Italian Marketplace says it has served the Oceanside community since 1985 and describes itself as family-owned across generations. That multigenerational thread is what makes the business more interesting than a standard specialty market. It connects the store not just to prepared food and imported goods, but to a longer neighborhood rhythm.

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FUN DAYS AND FUN WAYS

Wednesday-Saturday, August 5-8
CFLI’s Vacation Bible School
Calvary Protestant Church
9:00 AM | Baldwin
Kids enjoy worship songs, Bible lessons, crafts, games, snacks, and summer faith-based activities.

Wednesday, August 5
Pasta Making & Prosecco Night
Patrizia’s of Hicksville
7:00 PM | Hicksville
A hands-on pasta-making night with a welcome drink, buffet, prosecco vibes, and Italian dinner energy.

Thursday, August 6
Step-by-Step Kids Daybreak Meadow Painting Workshop
Step-by-Step Art Studio
1:30 PM | Rockville Centre
Kids paint a Daybreak Meadow scene in an instructor-led workshop and take it home the same day.

Thursday, August 6
Allegria Rooftop Summer Vibes: Palm Springs Desert Disco
Allegria Hotel
7:00 PM | Long Beach
A 21+ rooftop party with retro Palm Springs style, cocktails, sunset views, and summer nightlife energy.

Friday, August 7
Bethpage Carnival & Music Off Broadway
Benkert Street
3:00 PM | Bethpage
A summer carnival weekend event with vendors, food trucks, music, and local community fun.

CIVIC AND SOCIAL HAPPENINGS

Wednesday, August 5
Chris Distefano
Borrelli’s Taproom
9:00 PM | Long Beach
A comedy night listed at Borrelli’s Taproom with Chris Distefano.

Thursday, August 6
Long Island During the Revolutionary War: Hard Work, Anxiety, and Taking Sides
North Shore Historical Museum
7:00 PM | Glen Cove
Glen Cove historian Dave Nieri explores how Long Islanders navigated occupation, loyalty, survival, and conflict during the Revolution.

Friday-Saturday, August 7-8
Big Jay Oakerson
Governor’s Levittown
Showtimes vary | Levittown
A special comedy weekend with Big Jay Oakerson, known for his crowd work, podcasts, and stand-up specials.

SPORTS EVENTS

Wednesday, August 5th
Long Island Ducks vs York Revolution
Atlantic League Baseball
06:30 PM | WellSpan Park, York, PA
Away Game!

Brooklyn Cyclones vs Wilmington Blue Rocks
Minor League Baseball - South Atlantic League
06:35 PM | Frawley Stadium, Wilmington, DE
Away Game!

Thursday, August 6th
New York Mets vs Cleveland Guardians
MLB Regular Season
01:10 PM | Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
Away Game!

Brooklyn Cyclones vs Wilmington Blue Rocks
Minor League Baseball - South Atlantic League
06:35 PM | Frawley Stadium, Wilmington, DE
Away Game!

LIVE MUSIC

Wednesday, August 5
J. Cole: The Fall-Off World Tour
UBS Arena
8:00 PM | Elmont
A major arena concert night with J. Cole at UBS Arena.

Thursday, August 6
Summer Concert Series: Rock Stars From Mars
Piazza Ernesto Strada
7:00 PM | Westbury
A free outdoor rock concert with a high-energy Long Island party band.

Friday, August 7
DRIVE The Cars Tribute
Denton Green Park
7:00 PM | Hempstead
A free Village of Hempstead summer concert with a tribute to The Cars and 80s music.

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
Today’s updates are about what sits beneath our feet and what will remain protected above it. Levittown’s water-treatment upgrades are bringing unexpected new costs, while five additional acres in Oyster Bay Cove have been preserved from future development.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Levittown Water Upgrades Drive New Costs
🌊 Five Acres Preserved in Oyster Bay Cove
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Did you know? Long Island’s drinking water begins beneath our feet.

Long Island depends on groundwater from a sole-source aquifer system. That underground supply feeds more than 1,500 public-supply wells across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Levittown Water Upgrades Drive New Costs

Photo by Michael Caputo

Levittown’s effort to upgrade its water-treatment system is becoming more expensive after unexpected costs emerged during the work. The additional spending involves several wells and a contaminant that has forced water districts across Long Island to invest heavily in new treatment technology.

Five Acres Preserved in Oyster Bay Cove

Five additional acres in Oyster Bay Cove will remain protected from future development after being added to a larger open-space preserve. The property’s value goes beyond its appearance, with important implications for groundwater and local wildlife habitat.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Tuesday, August 4
High: 82°F | Low: 65°F
🌤️ A nicer day with sun and clouds, but showers may return overnight

Wednesday, August 5
High: 80°F | Low: 67°F
🌧️ Cloudy and damp with showers on and off

Featured Business

Nassau County Firefighters Museum & Education Center, Garden City

See Nassau County Firefighters Museum & Education Center, Garden City

This one has more personality than the name suggests. Nassau County and Nassau Tourism describe interactive fire-safety exhibits, a walk-through of the steps of a working fire, and displays tracing the history of local volunteer firefighting, along with the evolution of gear and apparatus. It reads less like a backup plan and more like a real stop.

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FUN DAYS AND FUN WAYS

Tuesday, August 4
Step-by-Step Kids Tree Frog Painting Workshop
Step-by-Step Art Studio
1:30 PM | Rockville Centre
Kids follow a guided acrylic paint-along and take home their own tree frog artwork.

Wednesday-Saturday, August 5-8
CFLI’s Vacation Bible School
Calvary Protestant Church
9:00 AM | Baldwin
Kids enjoy worship songs, Bible lessons, crafts, games, snacks, and summer faith-based activities.

Thursday, August 6
Ivy Stalls Presents: Summer Fun Drag Bingo
Vitality Lounge
7:00 PM | Hicksville
A drag bingo night with Ivy Stalls, prizes, laughs, games, and a lively summer crowd.

CIVIC AND SOCIAL HAPPENINGS

Tuesday, August 4
2026 HERALD Women’s Executive Summit
The Crescent Beach Club
8:00 AM | Bayville
A full-day leadership summit with keynotes, networking, an expo room, and women-focused professional programming.

Wednesday, August 5
Tough Guy Book Club - Long Island NY Chapter
Runyon’s of Seaford
7:00 PM | Seaford
A casual book club meet-up where readers can talk books, meet others, and hear the next month’s pick.

Thursday, August 6
Long Island During the Revolutionary War: Hard Work, Anxiety, and Taking Sides
North Shore Historical Museum
7:00 PM | Glen Cove
Glen Cove historian Dave Nieri explores how Long Islanders navigated occupation, loyalty, survival, and conflict during the Revolution.

SPORTS EVENTS

Tuesday, August 4th
New York Boulders vs Windy City ThunderBolts
Frontier League Baseball
11:00 AM | Clover Stadium, Pomona, NY
Home Game!

New York Mets vs Cleveland Guardians
MLB Regular Season
06:40 PM | Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
Away Game!

Wednesday, August 5th
New York Boulders vs Windy City ThunderBolts
Frontier League Baseball
11:00 AM | Clover Stadium, Pomona, NY
Home Game!

New York Mets vs Cleveland Guardians
MLB Regular Season
06:40 PM | Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
Away Game!

LIVE MUSIC

Tuesday, August 4
Five Finger Death Punch, Cody Jinks & Eva Under Fire
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
6:45 PM | Wantagh
A loud summer rock night at Jones Beach with Five Finger Death Punch, Cody Jinks, and Eva Under Fire.

Wednesday, August 5
ABB Music Under the Stars
E.W. Allen Town Park
8:00 PM | Farmingdale
The Allmost Brothers Band joins the Town of Oyster Bay’s outdoor summer concert series.

Thursday, August 6
Summer Concert Series: Rock Stars From Mars
Piazza Ernesto Strada
7:00 PM | Westbury
A free outdoor rock concert with a high-energy Long Island party band.

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
We’re starting the week with a major health care investment and a dramatic local business makeover. Catholic Health is entering a 10-year technology partnership tied to a $500 million deal, while a longtime Glen Cove shipping and business-services shop has completed what its owners call a “night and day” transformation.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Catholic Health Signs $500M Tech Deal
🌊 Gold Coast Mailroom Gets a New Look
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
One of the earliest X-rays included a piece of jewelry.

Wilhelm Röntgen’s famous early X-ray image showed the bones in his wife Anna Bertha’s hand, along with her wedding ring. He later declined to patent his discovery because he believed it should benefit everyone.

Catholic Health Signs $500M Tech Deal

Photo by Catholic Health, St. Francis Hospital and Heart Center

Catholic Health and GE HealthCare have entered a 10-year partnership that could change how patients receive imaging, diagnostics and other services across Long Island. The agreement extends well beyond purchasing new machines and will reach hospitals and outpatient locations throughout the system.

Gold Coast Mailroom Gets a New Look

A longtime Glen Cove shipping and business-services shop has completed what its owners describe as a “night and day” transformation. The remodel brings a noticeably different experience to a business many local customers have relied on for years.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Monday, August 3
High: 77°F | Low: 70°F
⛈️ Stormy start to the week with heavy rain possible, then improving tonight

Tuesday, August 4
High: 82°F | Low: 65°F
🌤️ A nicer day with sun and clouds, but showers may return overnight

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Uniondale: A 1948 Cape From the Mitchel Field Era

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773 Nostrand Avenue is a 1948 brick Cape with four bedrooms, two baths, a full basement, and a one-car garage. Uniondale’s postwar expansion was shaped in part by nearby Mitchel Field, whose former residents and civilian workforce helped the community grow after World War II.

Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FUN DAYS AND FUN WAYS

Monday, August 3
Danse Xpressions Summer Classes 2026
Kempo Martial Arts of Valley Stream
5:00 PM | Valley Stream
A Monday dance session with ballet, gymnastics, hip-hop, and adult jazz options.

Tuesday-Friday, August 4-7
Time Travelers: Unearthing the Past Summer Camp
Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
9:30 AM | Glen Cove
Kids become junior geologists, archaeologists, and paleontologists while exploring rocks, fossils, artifacts, and science tools.

Wednesday-Saturday, August 5-8
CFLI’s Vacation Bible School
Calvary Protestant Church
9:00 AM | Baldwin
Kids enjoy worship songs, Bible lessons, crafts, games, snacks, and summer faith-based activities.

CIVIC AND SOCIAL HAPPENINGS

Tuesday, August 4
2026 HERALD Women’s Executive Summit
The Crescent Beach Club
8:00 AM | Bayville
A full-day leadership summit with keynotes, networking, an expo room, and women-focused professional programming.

Tuesday, August 4
Glen Cove Police Department presents National Night Out
Downtown Glen Cove / Bridge Street
6:00 PM | Glen Cove
A free family-friendly street fair with police and emergency vehicles, safety demos, music, bounce houses, and community resources.

Wednesday, August 5
Tough Guy Book Club - Long Island NY Chapter
Runyon’s of Seaford
7:00 PM | Seaford
A casual book club meet-up where readers can talk books, meet others, and hear the next month’s pick.

SPORTS EVENTS

Monday, August 3rd
New York Liberty vs Seattle Storm WNBA
Regular Season
07:00 PM | Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
Home Game!

New York Yankees vs St. Louis Cardinals
MLB Regular Season
07:05 PM | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Home Game!

Tuesday, August 4th
New York Boulders vs Windy City ThunderBolts
Frontier League Baseball
11:00 AM | Clover Stadium, Pomona, NY
Home Game!

Long Island Ducks vs York Revolution
Atlantic League Baseball
06:30 PM | WellSpan Park, York, PA
Away Game!

LIVE MUSIC

Tuesday, August 4
Five Finger Death Punch, Cody Jinks & Eva Under Fire
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
6:45 PM | Wantagh
A loud summer rock night at Jones Beach with Five Finger Death Punch, Cody Jinks, and Eva Under Fire.

Wednesday, August 5
J. Cole: The Fall-Off World Tour
UBS Arena
8:00 PM | Elmont
A major arena concert night with J. Cole at UBS Arena.

Thursday, August 6
Summer Concert Series: Rock Stars From Mars
Piazza Ernesto Strada
7:00 PM | Westbury
A free outdoor rock concert with a high-energy Long Island party band.

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
We’re wrapping up the week with a Long Beach comeback decades in the making, a golf course trying something wildly unexpected and plenty of local ideas for the weekend ahead.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Long Beach Superblock Nears Full Occupancy
🌊 Coram Golf Course Bets on Brunch and Robots
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Long Beach fits plenty of shoreline into a small city.

The City of Long Beach covers only about five square miles, but it has approximately 3.5 miles of beach and a 2.1-mile boardwalk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Long Beach Superblock Nears Full Occupancy

By Tory N. Parrish and John Asbury

For decades, the Long Beach Superblock was defined by abandoned plans, public disputes and repeated delays. The oceanfront property now tells a very different story, with its residences and commercial spaces nearing full occupancy and a once-stalled development becoming part of everyday life in the city.

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Pine Ridge is trying to become a destination even for people who never pick up a golf club. A renovated gastropub and Sunday brunch are only the beginning, with plans involving food-delivery robots and a technology-driven golf experience that could give the longtime course an entirely new identity.

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Friday, July 31
High: 82°F | Low: 66°F
🌤️ Drier, warmer, and partly cloudy

Saturday, August 1
High: 82°F | Low: 67°F
😎 Partly cloudy and good for outdoor plans

Sunday, August 2
High: 80°F | Low: 70°F
⛈️ Humid with afternoon storms possible

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FAIR DAYS & FUN WAYS

Friday, July 31
Bingopalooza Live
Governor’s Levittown
8:00 PM | Levittown

Saturday, August 1
Detour Reunion
Cancun Long Island
8:00 PM | Hicksville

Sunday, August 2
The REAL Long Island Comic Book Fan Fest
Massapequa Elks Lodge
10:00 AM | Massapequa

Sunday, August 2
Pilates and Pints
Bright Eye Beer Co.
10:30 AM | Long Beach

CIVIC & SOCIAL EVENTS

Friday, July 31
Mansion Residency Dinner Show: Magic of the Mind
The Mansion at Glen Cove
6:30 PM | Glen Cove

Friday, July 31
MINGLE Summer Sizzle Rooftop Party
Rooftop 32 at Kasey’s Kitchen & Cocktails
8:30 PM | Rockville Centre

Saturday, August 1
Swim Across America: Nassau/Suffolk Open Water Swim
Pryibil Beach
5:30 AM | Glen Cove

Saturday, August 1
Let’s Talk Veins Valley Stream
USA Vein Clinics, Valley Stream
9:00 AM | Valley Stream

Saturday, August 1
Summer Worship Night
Valley Stream Bandshell
5:00 PM | Valley Stream

Saturday, August 1
LetsRant Comedy Live
Governor’s Giggle Room
7:30 PM | Levittown

LIVE MUSIC

Friday, July 31
Too Fat Guys Debut at Runyon’s
Runyon’s of Seaford
7:00 PM | Seaford

Saturday, August 1
Detour Reunion
Cancun Long Island
8:00 PM | Hicksville

Saturday, August 1
Dayshift
Mulcahy’s
5:00 PM | Wantagh

Saturday, August 1
Tri-State Gospel Concert 2026
John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hofstra University
7:30 PM | Hempstead

Sunday, August 2
ABB Return to Morgan Park
Morgan Park
7:00 PM | Glen Cove

SPORTS EVENTS

Friday, July 31
New York City FC vs. Toronto FC
MLS Regular Season
7:30 PM | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Home Game
Stream: Apple TV

Friday, July 31
New York Boulders vs. Joliet Slammers
Frontier League Baseball
7:35 PM | Duly Health and Care Field, Joliet, IL
Away Game
Radio: NY Boulders Mixlr live audio
Stream: HomeTeam Network via NY Boulders Watch & Listen Live

Saturday, August 1
New York Red Bulls vs. Orlando City SC
MLS Regular Season
4:30 PM | Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison, NJ
Home Game
Stream: Apple TV

Saturday, August 1
Hudson Valley Renegades vs. Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
5:05 PM | Heritage Financial Park, Fishkill, NY
Home Game
Radio: Renegades Radio Network, WBPM 96.5 FM/WBNR 1260 AM, WHGQ 92.5 FM/920 AM, WLNA 1420 AM
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

Sunday, August 2
New York Mets vs. Miami Marlins
MLB Regular Season
1:40 PM | Citi Field, Queens, NY
Home Game
TV: Mets, SNY | Marlins, Marlins.TV
Radio: Mets, Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880 AM and Audacy App 92.3 HD2
Stream: Mets/SNY via MLB App | Marlins.TV

Sunday, August 2
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Winston-Salem Dash
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
2:00 PM | Maimonides Park, Brooklyn, NY
Home Game
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
Big plans are moving forward in Mineola, and North Shore pet owners have a new reason to breathe a little easier. We also found the surprisingly cheerful story behind Mineola’s name.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 $83.5M Loan Fuels Mineola Condo Project
🌊 24/7 Vet Hospital Opens in Roslyn Heights
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Mineola’s name has a surprisingly cheerful meaning.

According to the Village of Mineola’s history, the community was named after an Algonquin chief called Miniolagamika, whose name meant “Pleasant Village.” The name was later shortened to Mineola.

$83.5M Loan Fuels Mineola Condo Project

Photo by William S. Novak, Architect, PC

A major downtown Mineola condominium development has secured $83.5 million in new financing. The size of the transaction, the broader cost of the project and its position within the village’s ongoing transit-centered growth make this more than another luxury real estate deal.

24/7 Vet Hospital Opens in Roslyn Heights

Pet emergencies rarely happen on a convenient schedule. Nassau’s North Shore now has another place to turn at any hour, with a new Roslyn Heights veterinary hospital offering emergency treatment, advanced diagnostics, surgery and specialty care under one roof.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Thursday, July 30
High: 76°F | Low: 65°F
🌦️ Cloudy with occasional showers

Friday, July 31
High: 82°F | Low: 66°F
🌤️ Drier, warmer, and partly cloudy

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A Late-Night Café with Its Own Rhythm

Karak House in Great Neck brings a different rhythm to the usual coffee-shop lineup. The menu centers karak chai, specialty coffee, and Middle Eastern desserts, and the late hours make it feel like an evening place as much as a daytime one. It’s more polished than cozy, but it knows exactly what it is.

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FAIR DAYS & FUN WAYS

Thursday, July 30
Thursday Night Live Block Party on Railroad Ave
Railroad Ave / Mulcahy’s
5:00 PM | Wantagh

Thursday, July 30
Take Me Out to the Ballgame Foundation Presents Christmas in July
Mulcahy’s
6:30 PM | Wantagh

Friday, July 31
Massapequa Fest del Giglio: Friday Night Entertainment
Massapequa LIRR Station
7:00 PM | Massapequa

Friday, July 31
SOUND Journey: Meditation and Reiki
Sukha Studio
7:30 PM | Garden City

Saturday, August 1
Glen Cove Murder Mystery: Solve the Case
Downtown Glen Cove
12:00 AM | Glen Cove

CIVIC & SOCIAL EVENTS

Thursday, July 30
Mental Health with Dr. Laura Silver McGuire
BEAUTYFLUFF Medical and Wellness
6:00 PM | Port Washington

Thursday, July 30
Take Me Out to the Ballgame Foundation Presents Christmas in July
Mulcahy’s
6:30 PM | Wantagh

Friday, July 31
Mansion Residency Dinner Show: Magic of the Mind
The Mansion at Glen Cove
6:30 PM | Glen Cove

Saturday, August 1
Swim Across America: Nassau/Suffolk Open Water Swim
Pryibil Beach
5:30 AM | Glen Cove

Saturday, August 1
Let’s Talk Veins Valley Stream
USA Vein Clinics, Valley Stream
9:00 AM | Valley Stream

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday, July 30
Thursday Night Live Block Party on Railroad Ave
Railroad Ave / Mulcahy’s
5:00 PM | Wantagh

Friday, July 31
Gracer, Dearly Departed, Playing Dead, Subfuse
Massapequa VFW
7:00 PM | Massapequa

Friday, July 31
Pop Divas at Glen Cove Downtown Sounds
Village Square
7:00 PM | Massapequa

Saturday, August 1
Dayshift
Mulcahy’s
5:00 PM | Wantagh

SPORTS EVENTS

Thursday, July 30th
New York Boulders vs Evansville Otters
Frontier League Baseball
7:35 PM | Bosse Field, Evansville, IN
Away Game
Radio: NY Boulders Mixlr live audio
Stream: HomeTeam Network via NY Boulders Watch & Listen Live

Thursday, July 30th
New York Liberty vs Las Vegas Aces
WNBA Regular Season
10:00 PM | Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Away Game
TV: Prime Video
Stream: Prime Video

Friday, July 31st
Brooklyn Cyclones vs Winston-Salem Dash
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
6:40 PM | Maimonides Park, Brooklyn, NY
Home Game
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

Friday, July 31st
Hudson Valley Renegades vs Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
7:05 PM | Heritage Financial Park, Fishkill, NY
Home Game
Radio: Renegades Radio Network, WBPM 96.5 FM/WBNR 1260 AM, WHGQ 92.5 FM/920 AM, WLNA 1420 AM
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

Saturday, August 1st
New York Mets vs Miami Marlins
MLB Regular Season
4:10 PM | Citi Field, Queens, NY
Home Game
TV: Mets, SNY | Marlins, Marlins.TV
Radio: Mets, Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880 AM and Audacy App 92.3 HD2
Stream: Mets/SNY via MLB App | Marlins.TV

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
We’re halfway through the week with two projects focused on making things work better, one along Nassau’s shoreline and another for New York business owners. Plus, today’s fun fact may change how you picture coastal protection.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Baxter Beach Restoration Breaks Ground
🌊 New MWBE Hub Launches in New York
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
A “living shoreline” does more than stop erosion.

Instead of relying entirely on seawalls or bulkheads, living shorelines use natural materials such as native plants, sand and rock. They can also provide habitat for fish and other coastal wildlife while helping buffer waves and storms.

Major Baxter Beach Restoration Breaks Ground

Photo by News12

After years of erosion, flooding concerns and planning, work has begun on a major restoration of Baxter Beach. The Port Washington-area project is designed to protect the shoreline and restore access, but its impact on Shore Road and emergency response may be the part that matters most to nearby residents.

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New York has replaced a decade-old system used by minority- and women-owned businesses seeking certification and state contracts. The new Empire State MWBE Hub brings several previously scattered steps together, promising a more direct path through a process that business owners have often found difficult to navigate.

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Wednesday, July 29
High: 76°F | Low: 67°F
⛈️ Rain and thunderstorms through the day

Thursday, July 30
High: 76°F | Low: 65°F
🌦️ Cloudy with occasional showers

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
Today’s mix has something for commuters, families and soccer fans, from roadwork worth watching to a first chance on the ice and a World Cup number that’s hard to ignore. Let’s get into it.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 $58M Roadwork Plan Targets Long Island
🌊 Islanders Hockey Clinic Comes to Bethpage
🌊 World Cup Delivers $2.1B Regional Boost
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
The 2026 World Cup was the biggest in tournament history.

It was the first men’s World Cup to feature 48 teams and the first jointly hosted by three countries. The expanded tournament included 104 matches across Canada, Mexico and the United States.

$58M Roadwork Plan Targets Long Island

Photo by William Perlman/Newsday RM via Getty Images

New York is directing $58 million toward Long Island roads and transportation infrastructure, with several heavily traveled Nassau County locations included. The work stretches beyond routine repaving, bringing changes to intersections, pedestrian access and other key infrastructure, with construction schedules that could affect drivers well into next year.

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Islanders Hockey Clinic Comes to Bethpage

Children who have never played organized hockey can get onto the ice through an eight-session Islanders program beginning August 5. The Bethpage clinic includes equipment for eligible first-time players, instruction built for beginners and a few surprises tied to the team, but registration space is limited.

World Cup Delivers $2.1B Regional Boost

The World Cup’s New York-area matches appear to have delivered an enormous economic lift, and Long Island hotels and watch parties were part of the surge. The early estimate has already climbed into the billions, but officials say the final accounting could tell an even larger story.

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Tuesday, July 28
High: 76°F | Low: 70°F
🌧️ Heavy rain likely, with 2 to 3 inches possible

Wednesday, July 29
High: 76°F | Low: 67°F
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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

FAIR DAYS & FUN WAYS

Tuesday, July 28
Step-by-Step Kids Great Blue Heron Painting Workshop
Step-by-Step Art Studio
1:30 PM | Rockville Centre

Tuesday, July 28
Glowing Shark Mason Jar Craft Night
Necromantic Brew Co.
7:30 PM | Farmingdale

Wednesday, July 29
Step-by-Step Kids Galaxy Paint Pouring Workshop
Step-by-Step Art Studio
10:00 AM | Rockville Centre

Thursday, July 30
Take Me Out to the Ballgame Foundation Presents Christmas in July
Mulcahy’s
7:30 PM | Farmingdale

Friday, July 31
SOUND Journey: Meditation and Reiki
Sukha Studio
7:30 PM | Garden City

CIVIC & SOCIAL EVENTS

Wednesday, July 29
Tap Room Goes Purple to End Alzheimer’s
Tap Room
6:00 PM | Farmingdale

Wednesday, July 29
Joe Machi
Allegria Hotel
7:30 PM | Long Beach

Thursday, July 30
Mental Health with Dr. Laura Silver McGuire
BEAUTYFLUFF Medical and Wellness
6:00 PM | Port Washington

Friday, July 31
Mansion Residency Dinner Show: Magic of the Mind
The Mansion at Glen Cove
6:30 PM | Glen Cove

Saturday, August 1
Swim Across America: Nassau/Suffolk Open Water Swim
Pryibil Beach
5:30 AM | Glen Cove

LIVE MUSIC

Wednesday, July 29
Country Music Night at The Patio Bar
The Patio Bar at The Garden City Hotel
6:00 PM | Garden City

Thursday, July 30
Massapequa Festa Del Giglio 2026 Opening Night
Massapequa LIRR Station
7:00 PM | Massapequa

Friday, July 31
Too Fat Guys Debut at Runyon’s
Runyon’s of Seaford
Time and city are obscured in the image.

Saturday, August 1
Dayshift
Mulcahy’s
5:00 PM | Wantagh

SPORTS EVENTS

Tuesday, July 28th
Hudson Valley Renegades vs Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
6:35 PM | Heritage Financial Park, Fishkill, NY
Home Game
Radio: Renegades Radio Network, WBPM 96.5 FM/WBNR 1260 AM, WHGQ 92.5 FM/920 AM, WLNA 1420 AM
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

Wednesday, July 29th
Brooklyn Cyclones vs Winston-Salem Dash
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
12:00 PM | Maimonides Park, Brooklyn, NY
Home Game
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

Wednesday, July 29th
Hudson Valley Renegades vs Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Minor League Baseball, South Atlantic League
12:05 PM | Heritage Financial Park, Fishkill, NY
Home Game
Radio: Renegades Radio Network, WBPM 96.5 FM/WBNR 1260 AM, WHGQ 92.5 FM/920 AM, WLNA 1420 AM
Stream: Bally Sports Live MiLB Zone | MiLB.TV / MLB+

Thursday, July 30th
New York Yankees vs Chicago White Sox
MLB Regular Season
2:10 PM | Rate Field, Chicago, IL
Away Game
TV: Yankees, YES | White Sox, Chicago Sports Network
Radio: Yankees, WFAN 660/101.9 FM and WADO 1280 AM
Stream: Yankees/YES, Gotham Sports App

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
Pour the coffee, because we’re starting the week with big changes, good music and one uplifting day on the water. There’s also a surprising piece of Hicksville history waiting below.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Broadway Commons Eyes Major Makeover
🌊 Free Disco Party Comes to Point Lookout
🌊 DeafBlind Youth Ride the Waves in Long Beach
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
The Hicksville property opened in 1956 as the open-air Mid-Island Shopping Plaza. It was enclosed in 1968, and the current redevelopment proposal would turn much of it back into an open-air shopping center.

Broadway Commons Eyes Major Makeover

Photo by Shops on Broadway

Broadway Commons could soon look far different from the Hicksville mall generations of Nassau shoppers remember. A proposal before the Town of Oyster Bay would rethink much of the traditional enclosed layout, remove familiar sections of the property and introduce a new vision for the site, but several important decisions still stand in the way

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Free Disco Party Comes to Point Lookout

Town Park Point Lookout will turn back the clock on Saturday, August 1, with a waterfront dance party featuring several familiar names from the disco era. The concert is only part of the evening, with family activities, food and a finale designed to keep the crowd looking toward the sky.

DeafBlind Youth Ride the Waves in Long Beach

For a group of DeafBlind young people, an important vocational lesson took place on a surfboard. A partnership between the Helen Keller National Center and Surf For All brought participants into the water, using adaptive surfing to build confidence, independence and skills in a setting no ordinary classroom could recreate.

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Monday, July 27
High: 81°F | Low: 67°F
⛅ Partly cloudy with a stray storm possible

Tuesday, July 28
High: 76°F | Low: 70°F
🌧️ Heavy rain likely, with 2 to 3 inches possible

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Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

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516 Update highlights local events, festivals, live music, family activities, community gatherings, fundraisers, and seasonal happenings across Nassau. Reach local readers looking for things to do, attend, and explore.

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Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next

We’re closing out the week with local talent taking center stage. Bellmore is welcoming filmmakers from Long Island and beyond, while a former LuHi basketball standout begins an exciting new chapter overseas.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 The 29th annual Long Island International Film Expo kicks off in Bellmore
🌊 Former LuHi star Tyson Etienne goes global, signs with Paris Basketball
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Built in 1915, Bellmore Movies remains Nassau County’s last operating single-screen movie theater.

The 29th annual Long Island International Film Expo kicks off in Bellmore

The Long Island International Film Expo returned to Bellmore for its 29th year with 113 films from Long Island and international filmmakers.

Press Conference at The 29th annual Long Island International Film Expo. Photo by Ed Shin

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Former LuHi star Tyson Etienne goes global, signs with Paris Basketball

Former Long Island Lutheran standout Tyson Etienne has signed with Paris Basketball for his first professional season overseas. The move follows his time with the Long Island and Brooklyn Nets and puts him in France's top league and the EuroLeague.

Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce launches workshop series

The Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce has launched an educational workshop series for local businesses, beginning with a seminar on artificial intelligence and its practical uses

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Friday, July 24
High: 80°F | Low: 65°F
🌤️ Sunny with a few clouds, a solid summer Friday

Saturday, July 25
High: 81°F | Low: 66°F
🌤️ Warm with a mix of sun and clouds, a nice summer Saturday

Sunday, July 26
High: 80°F | Low: 67°F
⛅ Partly cloudy and comfortable, good for easy weekend plans

Want your Nassau County coffee shop featured?
516 Update highlights local coffee shops, cafés, roasters, bakeries, breakfast spots, and cozy neighborhood hangouts across Nassau County. Reach local readers looking for their next latte, meeting spot, study corner, or weekend coffee run.

Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

Want your new Nassau County business featured?
516 Update highlights newly opened businesses, grand openings, restaurants, shops, cafés, service providers, studios, and local storefronts across Nassau County. Reach local readers looking to discover what’s new, visit early, and support businesses opening close to home.

Thanks for reading this week’s 516 Update! We hope you found something to enjoy, explore, or share. Please share this with a friend or family member-we would really appreciate it!

First dinner

📍 Garden City
🗓️ Wednesday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m.
🍽️ Book your seat

The restaurant will be announced soon.

Can’t make this one? We’ll share details about future dinners.

Here’s to breaking bread and building something real,

516 Update

Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next

Entrepreneurs and home-design fans both have something to watch today. A regional business expo is already looking toward its next event, and a national furniture brand has brought its first Long Island showroom to Huntington Station.

— Janine, Mo and Nick

Today’s Edition: 
🌊 Entrepreneur Expo plans 2027 return after drawing LI, NYC businesses
🌊 7th Avenue opens at Walt Whitman Shops for its first LI showroom
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

• Fun Fact Spotlight
Six Lunar Module descent stages built by Grumman in Bethpage are still on the Moon.

Entrepreneur Expo plans 2027 return after drawing LI, NYC businesses

The National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo is planning a 2027 return after drawing entrepreneurs and organizations from Long Island and New York City in 2026. Organizers are considering a broader event, while key details remain pending.

7th Avenue opens at Walt Whitman Shops for its first LI showroom

Modular sofa brand 7th Avenue has opened its first Long Island showroom at Walt Whitman Shops in Huntington Station. The appointment-first space gives shoppers a hands-on way to explore the brand's fabrics and configurations.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

Thursday, July 23
High: 78°F | Low: 65°F
☀️ Mostly sunny, cooler, and much more pleasant

Friday, July 24
High: 80°F | Low: 65°F
🌤️ Sunny with a few clouds, a solid summer Friday

Featured Business

A Drive-Thru with a Little Personality

Coffee Barn in Merrick is built for people who don’t have time to linger, but it still manages to feel local. The drive-thru setup keeps things moving, while the specialty drinks keep it from feeling like just another roadside coffee stop. There’s a little fun to it, and that makes a difference.

Want your Nassau County coffee shop featured?
516 Update highlights local coffee shops, cafés, roasters, bakeries, breakfast spots, and cozy neighborhood hangouts across Nassau County. Reach local readers looking for their next latte, meeting spot, study corner, or weekend coffee run.

Nassau Events Worth Knowing This Week

Here are a few local events to keep on your calendar, including family activities, community gatherings, live music, food events, and weekend plans across the county.

Before you go, check the event page for registration, parking, weather updates, and schedule changes.

Want your Nassau event featured?
516 Update highlights local events, festivals, live music, family activities, community gatherings, fundraisers, and seasonal happenings across Nassau. Reach local readers looking for things to do, attend, and explore.

Thanks for reading this week’s 516 Update! We hope you found something to enjoy, explore, or share. Please share this with a friend or family member-we would really appreciate it!