Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
It’s Wednesday—halfway to the weekend! We’re here with your midweek dose of local headlines, community wins, and events to keep your calendar buzzing. Let’s see what’s happening across Nassau County today.

Fun Fact Spotlight:
Did you know that Nassau County is home to Shelter Rock — a 55‑foot‑high glacial erratic deposited some 11,000‑20,000 years ago? Weighing around 1,800 tons and boasting a 30‑foot overhang, the rock has been linked to Native American sites and legends. Although it sits on private estate grounds, its presence just off Shelter Rock Road in Manhasset make it one of Long Island’s most remarkable natural landmarks.

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Today’s Edition: 
🏭 Industrial Property Deal Brings Stability to Deer Park
👶 NYU Langone Welcomes New Parents in Style
☕ Sweet Harbor Brings Brooklyn Coffee Vibes to Roslyn
🖌️ Meet Max – Your Go-To Local Painting Pro!
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🏭 Industrial Property Deal Brings Stability to Deer Park

A big move is happening in Deer Park, where Faropoint just bought a 40,000-square-foot industrial building for $7.55 million. The best part? Apogee Lighting is staying put as the main tenant.

This deal means a lot for Nassau County. The building is in a great spot and it's keeping local jobs right where they are. Having Apogee Lighting stay in the area helps keep our local economy strong and gives people steady work.

This kind of investment makes Nassau County a better place to live and work. It keeps jobs close to home and helps our local shops do well. When businesses stick around, everyone wins - from workers to nearby stores to families who've lived here for years.

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Your Guide to the Dazzling Jack O'Lantern Blaze Long Island

Imagine stepping into a world lit only by the mesmerizing glow of thousands of hand-carved pumpkins under a crisp autumn sky. This isn't a dream—it's The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze Long Island, the island's most dazzling Halloween event that transforms the historic Old Bethpage Village Restoration into a magical, glowing wonderland. For families and fall enthusiasts, it has become one of the most anticipated Halloween events in all of New York.

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👶 NYU Langone Welcomes New Parents in Style

NYU Langone Hospital on Long Island has just opened a new Family Care Suite with 10 private rooms in Mineola. The new space gives new parents and babies a cozy, private spot to bond with modern comforts. It's part of NYU's push to make healthcare more personal in Nassau County.

☕ Sweet Harbor Brings Brooklyn Coffee Vibes to Roslyn

A new coffee shop is mixing Brooklyn cool with Roslyn charm. Local owner Selita serves up quality coffee and fresh pastries in a cozy spot built for hanging out. They're planning fun community events for 2024 too.

🍝 Selita's Italian Kitchen Makes Fresh Start

Lynbrook's favorite Italian spot is back and better than ever. The restaurant got a makeover, added outdoor seating, and updated their menu with fresh, local ingredients. Still serving the classics you love, just with some new twists that make it perfect for family dinners or date nights.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌧️ Wednesday, October 29
High: 52°F | Low: 44°F
💧 54% chance — rain and overcast skies

🌧️ Thursday, October 30
High: 52°F | Low: 46°F
💦 90% chance — heavy rain all day, overcast skies

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🎡Fair Days & Fun Ways

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Saturday, November 1st

Seaford Farmers Market
📍 Railroad Street, Seaford Railroad Station
(Corner of Washington Ave & Sunrise Hwy)
7:00 AM | Seaford, NY

Halloween Parade 
📍 Merrick, NY
11:00 AM | Merrick, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Cats & Candy Corn
📍 The Bristal at Westbury
12:00 PM | Westbury, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
70th Annual Long Island Chrysanthemum Show
📍 Starkie Bros. Garden Center
12:00 PM | Farmingdale, NY

Gateway’s Haunted Playhouse
📍 The Gateway
7:00 PM | Bellport, NY

Sunday, November 2nd

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Harvest Festival 2025 @ One Life
📍 3147 Eastern Pkwy
12:30 PM | Merrick, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Baldwin High School Class of 2026 Community Yard Sale Fundraiser
📍 Baldwin Community Garden
10:00 AM | Baldwin, NY

Rockville Centre Farmers Market
📍 510 Sunrise Highway
7:00 AM | Rockville Centre

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Snoopy’s Fall Festival
📍 United Skates of America
12:00 PM | Seaford, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Royal Sneaker Ball
📍 HilliArts Studio
4:00 PM | Port Washington, NY

📣 Civic & Social Happenings

Wednesday, October 29th

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Not-So-Scary PJ Stories
📍 The Merrick Library
10:30 AM | Merrick

The Enchanted Autumn Vendor Showcase
📍 Jericho Terrace
6:00 PM | Mineola, NY

Thursday, October 30th

2025 Northwell Health Pediatric Conference
📍 The Inn at New Hyde Park
7:00 AM | New Hyde Park, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Foam Jungle Gym
📍 The Merrick Library
10:30 AM | Merrick

Scouting America, Theodore Roosevelt Council, Cigar Dinner
📍 The Inn at New Hyde Park
6:00 PM | New Hyde Park, NY

One Year of Silent Book Club Glen Cove: Read, Shop & Celebrate
📍 Jeanine’s American Bistro
6:00 PM | Glen Cove, NY

Friday, October 31st

Halloween Party
📍 Dogtopia
7:00 AM | New Hyde Park, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Trick-or-Treat at the Library
📍 The Merrick Library
9:00 AM | Merrick

Farmingdale Official Halloween Bar Crawl
📍 The Coop Nashville Kitchen Bar & Lounge
5:00 PM | Farmingdale, NY

Spooky Halloween Yoga Class
📍 Revolution Yoga
5:00 PM | Rockville Centre, NY

Saturday, November 1st

2025 HerRise Teen Summit and Awards 
📍 Molloy University
9:00 AM | Rockville Centre, NY

21st Annual “Sisters Growing in the Spirit” Prayer Breakfast
📍 Heritage Club
9:00 AM | Farmingdale, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Long Island Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
📍 Eisenhower Park
9:00 AM | East Meadow

A Golden Girls Murder Mystery at Allegria Hotel
📍 Allegria Hotel
1:00 PM | Long Beach, NY

Sunday, November 2nd

🧸 Kid-Friendly
MTS 50th Anniversary Banquet – Anchored in Grace
📍 Leonard’s Palazzo
12:00 PM | Great Neck, NY

Dinner & a Movie – Back to the Future!
📍 Dave & Buster’s Westbury
4:45 PM | Westbury, NY

Emer Dunne and Band Presents Folk Threads Tour
📍 Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk & Queens
6:00 PM | Mineola, NY

🏈 Sports Events 

Wednesday, October 29th

Bridgeport Islanders vs. Hershey Bears
📍 Total Mortgage Arena
Puck Drop 7:00 PM | Bridgeport, CT

Brooklyn Nets vs. Atlanta Hawks
📍 Barclays Center
Tip-Off 7:30 PM | Brooklyn, NY

Friday, October 31st

Princeton Tigers vs. Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks
📍 Hobey Baker Rink
Puck Drop 7:00 PM | Princeton, NJ

Danbury Hat Tricks vs. Watertown Wolves
📍 Danbury Arena
Puck Drop 7:30 PM | Danbury, CT

Saturday, November 1st

Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. New Haven Chargers
📍 Campus Field
Kickoff 12:00 PM | Fairfield, CT

MLS Cup First Round: New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
📍 Yankee Stadium
Kickoff 3:30 PM | Bronx, NY

Sunday, November 2nd

In-Person Spring 2026 Baseball & Softball Registration – Option 1
📍 Greis Park
1:00 PM | Lynbrook, NY

New York Giants vs. San Francisco 49ers
📍 MetLife Stadium
Kickoff 1:00 PM | East Rutherford, NJ

Bridgeport Islanders vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
📍 Total Mortgage Arena
Puck Drop 3:00 PM | Bridgeport, CT

🎸 Live Music

Thursday, October 30th

Thursday Jazz Returns to Speak Easy Tapas Bar
📍 Speak Easy Tapas Bar
6:30 PM | East Rockaway, NY

Dave & Joey – Two Bethpage Dudes Back at Campagne House
(Pre-Halloween Bash!)
📍 Campagne House
7:00 PM | Bethpage, NY

Friday, October 31st

Live Music by Logan Whaley Band
📍 306 Main Street
6:00 PM | Farmingdale, NY

Saturday, November 1st

Off The Record Live at Cabana
📍 Cabana Mexican American Restaurant
2:30 PM | Long Beach, NY

County Line Live at Joseph Barry K of C Country Night
📍 Knights of Columbus Joseph Barry Council #2520
7:00 PM | Hicksville, NY

TKA, George Lamond, Shannon, Cynthia, Lisette Melendez, Coro, Sweet Sensation, C-Bank, Crystal Waters
📍 Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
7:30 PM | Westbury, NY

Sunday, November 2nd

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Distinguished Artists: Just Sixties
📍 Hicksville Public Library
2:00 PM | Hicksville, NY

Landmark Radio Theater: Queen of the Skies
📍 Landmark on Main Street
4:00 PM | Port Washington, NY

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From live music to local sports, fairs to fundraisers—if it’s happening in Nassau, we want to share it with our readers!
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