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Thursday is here, and so is your daily look at Nassau County’s latest happenings—featuring feel-good news, must-try spots, and weekend-ready events. Let’s see what’s making headlines today.

Fun Fact Spotlight:
⚓ Naval Tribute: Nassau County has a proud maritime history. The U.S.S. Nassau (LHA-4) was an amphibious assault ship in the U.S. Navy named in honor of the county — commissioned in 1979 and retired in 2011.

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Today’s Edition: 
🛠️ Long-Awaited Town Dock Renovation Finally Moves Forward
🍣 Newsbite: Sushi Scene Heats Up in Great Neck
💝 Newsbite: $30K Gift to Westbury Seniors & Church
🚓 Glen Cove Raises $9K+ for First Responders
☕ Craving Something Cool or Cozy? Swing by Café Inn!
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🛠️ Long-Awaited Town Dock Renovation Finally Moves Forward

Port Washington's beloved Town Dock is finally getting its long-overdue makeover — and it’s big. After more than a decade of waiting, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially approved a $19.6 million renovation project that promises to reinforce and reimagine the iconic waterfront. The dock, damaged during Superstorm Sandy, will undergo major upgrades including a new bulkhead, park benches, lighting, sidewalks, gangways, and safety features. Construction won't require tearing down the existing dock — instead, the structure will be extended eight inches outward. Federal and state funding will cover nearly the entire cost, with FEMA contributing $17.6 million. Town officials hope to complete contractor bidding by spring and emphasize the project will not drag on for years. Residents can finally look forward to a safer, more beautiful dock that preserves the charm — and views — we all cherish.

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🍣 Newsbite: Sushi Scene Heats Up in Great Neck

Sushi legend Benny Tong is back with Benny’s Sushi inside the Inn at Great Neck. Fans of Matsuya will recognize his signature style — premium nigiri, warm hospitality, and now a fusion menu mixing sushi with hotel classics.

💝 Newsbite: $30K Gift to Westbury Seniors & Church

All Round Foods CEO Glen Wolther donated $30,000 to two Westbury staples — $20K to the Senior Center and $10K to St. Brigid’s Church. Both say the gift supports vital programs that bring the community together — from daily senior activities to the church’s annual 5K.

🚓 Glen Cove Raises $9K+ for First Responders

Despite the rain, Glen Cove’s Horsepower and Heroes event brought in over $9,100 to support local police, fire, EMS, and harbor patrol teams. Now in its second year, the luxury car showcase drew a crowd — and showed just how tightly this city rallies behind its heroes.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌧️ Thursday, November 6
High: 58°F | Low: 42°F
💧 57% chance — late showers under overcast skies

🌤️ Friday, November 7
High: 57°F | Low: 47°F
🌞 Mostly sunny — light clouds, gentle breeze

☕ Craving Something Cool or Cozy? Swing by Café Inn!

From bold espresso to fruity refreshers and Korean-style shaved ice, Café Inn is Jericho’s hidden gem for all things sippable and snackable.

📍 15 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY
📱 Call: 516-388-2057 | 📧 [email protected]
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🍵 Must-tries: Shaken espresso, mango smoothie, bingsu, and those famous Chubby Cheex snacks!
👉 Dine in, sip slow, or grab it to go—your new favorite café awaits.

🎡Fair Days & Fun Ways

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Saturday, November 8

Indoor Garage Sale
📍 Knights of Columbus
9:00 AM | Glen Cove

Long Beach Farmers Market
📍 Kennedy Plaza
9:00 AM | Long Beach

Kids Carnival & Bake Sale
📍 St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
10:00 AM | Port Washington
Kid Friendly / Free Event

East Meadow Fall Art, Craft and Gift Fair
📍 Eisenhower Park
10:00 AM | East Meadow

Plainedge PTA Holiday Vendor Fair
📍 Plainedge High School
3:00 PM | North Massapequa

Sunday, November 9

North Bellmore Harvest Flea Market
📍 Bellmore Train Station Parking Lot
8:00 AM | North Bellmore
Kid Friendly

Franklin Holiday Farmers Market 
📍 American Legion
10:00 AM | Franklin, NY

Paint with a Princess
 📍 Sparkle On Stage Cultural Arts Center
10:30 AM | Freeport
Kid Friendly

📣 Civic & Social Happenings

Friday, November 7

Fundraiser to Benefit Our Veterans
📍 American Legion Post 1066
7:30 PM | Massapequa

Rockin’ Robin’s Monthly Dance Party: Hustle & Salsa Night
📍 The Winner’s Circle
8:00 PM | Westbury

November Comedy Madness
📍 Michael’s Billiards
8:00 PM | Island Park

Saturday, November 8

Puppy Yoga: Stretch, Smile, & Snuggle
📍 Revolution Yoga
12:30 PM | Rockville Centre

Merrick Fall Crawl
📍 Paddy Power
2:00 PM | Merrick

Max Rarity Monthly Pre-Modern 
📍 Max Rarity
3:00 PM | Valley Stream

Wagyu, Whiskey & Wine Dinner 
📍 Morton’s The Steakhouse
6:30 PM | Great Neck

Hardscrabble Comedy Show
📍 Hardscrabble Theater
8:00 PM | Farmingdale

Sunday, November 9

Glass Painting Workshop
📍 Modern Terrarium Bar
10:30 AM | Rockville Centre

Fall Bridal Showcase
📍 200 East Shore Dr
1:00 PM | Massapequa

50th Anniversary Jubilee Ball
📍 Coral House
5:00 PM | Baldwin

Diwali Gala Dinner 2025
📍 The Metropolitan
5:00 PM | Glen Cove

🏈 Sports Events 

Thursday, November 6

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Women’s Basketball vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats
📍 Jersey Mike’s Arena
7:00 PM | Piscataway, NJ

New Jersey Devils vs. Montreal Canadiens
📍 Prudential Center
7:00 PM | Newark, NJ

Friday, November 7

Fordham Rams vs. Mount St. Mary’s Blue Knights
📍 Rose Hill Gymnasium, Fordham University
7:00 PM | Bronx, NY

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Women’s Volleyball vs. Michigan Wolverines
📍 Jersey Mike’s Arena
7:00 PM | Piscataway, NJ

Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. Air Force Falcons
📍 Martire Family Arena at Sacred Heart University
7:00 PM | Fairfield, CT

Saturday, November 8

Army West Point Black Knights vs. Temple Owls
📍 Michie Stadium
12:00 PM | West Point, NY

Brooklyn FC vs. DC Power FC
📍 Maimonides Park
3:00 PM | Brooklyn, NY

Cibao New York Cup: Gigantes del Cibao vs. Águilas Cibaeñas
📍 Citi Field
4:00 PM | Flushing, NY

Sunday, November 9

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Women’s Basketball vs. Stony Brook Seawolves
📍 Jersey Mike’s Arena
2:00 PM | Piscataway, NJ

Long Island Nets vs. Capital City Go-Go
📍 Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
3:00 PM | Uniondale, NY

Cibao New York Cup: Gigantes del Cibao vs. Águilas Cibaeñas
📍 Citi Field
4:00 PM | Flushing, NY

🎸 Live Music

Thursday, November 6

Gotcha Covered Duo is Back at Bacaro!
📍 Bacaro Italian Tavern
6:00 PM | Massapequa Park

Crown of Thornz, Hangman, Top of The World + More 
📍 Massapequa VFW Hall
6:30 PM | Massapequa

Marc Cohn & Shawn Colvin Live in Port Washington
📍 Landmark on Main Street
7:30 PM | Port Washington

Friday, November 7

Shilelagh Law Live
📍 Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall Doors
7:00 PM | Show 7:30 PM | Wantagh

Britney Spears Live Tribute Show
📍 The Long Beach Hotel
7:30 PM | Long Beach

Long Island Sounds: Mountain Maidens
 📍 Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island
7:30 PM | Garden City

Saturday, November 8

The Paper Rose Project Fundraiser
📍 Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall
1:00 PM | Wantagh

R&B Only & Friends – 10 Year Anniversary Show
📍 UBS Arena
7:00 PM | Elmont

Pour Some 80’s On Me at Plattdeutsch Park Biergarten
📍 Plattdeutsch Park Biergarten
7:00 PM | Franklin Square

The Little Mermen 
📍 Jeanne Rimsky Theater
8:00 PM | Port Washington

Shilelagh Law @ The Inn 
📍 The Inn, 943 W Beech St
8:00 PM | Long Beach

The 516seven Returns to Sullivan’s Quay 
📍 Sullivan’s Quay
8:30 PM | Port Washington

Touch the 80s! Bringing 80’s New Wave to the Nutty 🎶 
📍 The Nutty Irishman
8:00 PM | Farmingdale

Bloody Sabbath Live at It’s About Time
 📍 It’s About Time Cocktail Lounge
8:00 PM | Farmingdale

Louie DeVito Live
📍 Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall
8:00 PM | Wantagh

Willie Nile Live
📍 My Father’s Place at The Roslyn
8:00 PM | Roslyn

Sunday, November 9

Four Seasons in Music: Autumn’s Graceful Waltz
📍 Hempstead House, Sands Point Preserve
3:00 PM | Port Washington

North Mississippi Allstars
📍 Jeanne Rimsky Theater
7:00 PM | Port Washington

Golden Hour Booking Presents: Hell Dog + I.C.B.M
📍 Massapequa VFW Hall
7:00 PM | Massapequa

Nirvair Pannu Live in New York
📍 John Cranford Adams Playhouse – Hofstra University
7:00 PM | Hempstead

North Mississippi Allstars 
📍 Landmark on Main Street
7:00 PM | Port Washington

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