🌊Island Harvest Lands $100K Grant as Great Neck Gets a New Taiwanese Bakery

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It’s Friday, and we’re wrapping up the week with the latest updates from across the county. From news that closed out the workweek to events and developments heading into the weekend, here’s what Nassau County residents should know.

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🍎 Island Harvest Gets $100K to Fight Food Insecurity
🥐Taiwanese Bakery Crust & Crumb 96 Lands in Great Neck
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🎭 Farmingdale Plans $5 Million Community Theater

Farmingdale Village is converting part of a downtown parking lot on South Front Street into an 8,000-square-foot community theater. The venue will host local performances, movie nights, and community events, funded by a $4.5 million state grant. The village will own the space while a theater company manages operations.

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516 Update Community Guide

Discover the best Long Island vacation spots in Nassau County! Our 2026 guide covers beaches, historic sites, and family fun. Plan your perfect local getaway.

🥐Taiwanese Bakery Crust & Crumb 96 Lands in Great Neck

Crust & Crumb 96 just opened on Middle Neck Road, marking the first U.S. spot for this Taiwanese chain with 300 stores in China. They bake fresh daily starting at 5 a.m., offering around 50 pastries that are less sweet than usual—think matcha wands and pull-apart breads. Anything left at closing gets tossed to keep things super fresh.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

❄️ Friday, January 30
High: 30°F | Low: 19°F
💧 53% chance — light snow with broken clouds and biting wind

🌥️ Saturday, January 31
High: 29°F | Low: 20°F
💧 5% chance — afternoon clouds, dry and brisk

❄️ Sunday, February 1
High: 33°F | Low: 25°F
💧 61% chance — light snow and cloudy skies, looks like a messy winter day

St. Greg’s PTA Family Bingo Night Fundraiser

Bring the whole crew for a lively family bingo night hosted by the St. Greg’s PTA. Expect quick rounds, plenty of chances to win, and extra fun with raffles, plus snacks and drinks available if you want them. It’s an easy, feel good way to support the school while you play, so lock in your spot early.

Now Open: The Frenchie Den in Levittown

A new spot for pups has opened at 24 Wolcott Road. The Frenchie Den offers dog daycare, grooming, boarding, and a pet café—all under one roof. Founded by local entrepreneur Mark Kogan, it’s designed with comfort and care in mind. The space celebrated its grand opening in December and is already planning community pet events.

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