💰New York Opens Doors to Better Retirement Savings

Good news for Nassau County workers who don't have a retirement plan at work! New York State is starting a program to help you save for your future. It is launching the New York State Secure Choice Retirement Savings Program.

The plan is simple - if your job doesn't offer retirement savings, you can now save money straight from your paycheck. Many small businesses in Nassau County haven't been able to give their workers retirement benefits, but this changes everything.

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🎓 SUNY Old Westbury Makes Top Rankings Again

SUNY Old Westbury keeps making waves! For the 8th year running, U.S. News & World Report has praised the school for helping students climb the social ladder. The university ranked 101st among regional schools in the North and 37th among public schools.

🐚 Baby Shellfish Get New Home in Oyster Bay

Thousands of baby clams and oysters are moving into Oyster Bay Harbor's shellfish sanctuaries. This project aims to boost marine life and keep the water clean. A temporary ban on shellfish harvesting is in place to help the new residents settle in and give the bay time to heal.

❄️ NY Offers $10M for Clean Home Heating

Want to cut your energy bills? New York State is giving out $10 million to help folks switch to window heat pumps. These smart devices both heat and cool your home while using less energy. You'll save money and help the planet at the same time.

Top 7 Long Island Whale and Seal Watching Tours (2025)

Discover the best long island whale and seal watching tours for 2025. Experience exciting wildlife encounters and breathtaking ocean views. Book now!

🌤️ WeatherWatch

☁️ Tuesday, October 21
High: 60°F | Low: 51°F
Mostly cloudy skies

🌤️ Wednesday, October 22
High: 64°F | Low: 52°F
Partly sunny with scattered clouds

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🎉 WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN
NASSAU COUNTY

🌦 Rain or shine, Nassau is full of things to do! From local fairs to live music and community events, there’s always something happening across the county. Grab your calendar — and maybe an umbrella — and see what’s coming up this week 👇

🎡Fair Days & Fun Ways

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Saturday, October 25th

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Merrick Street Fair
📍 Merrick Avenue
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Merrick, NY
Saturday, October 25, 2025 – Sunday, October 26, 2025

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Halloween Beach Bash 
📍 Masone Beach
11:00 AM | Island Park, NY

Sunday, October 26th

🧸 Kid-Friendly
22nd Annual Garden City South Fall Festival
📍 Garden City South Fall Festival Grounds
10:00 AM | Garden City South

🧸 Kid-Friendly
Royal Boo Bash at the Inn
📍 The Inn
10:00 AM | New Hyde Park, NY

📣 Civic & Social Happenings

Tuesday, October 21st

🧸 Kid-Friendly
World Peace Prayer Day at Planting Fields 
📍 Planting Fields Arboretum
9:00 AM | Oyster Bay, NY

The Bebe Experience
📍 596 Merrick Ave
6:00 PM | Merrick, NY

Wednesday, October 22nd

Long Island Heroes Celebration 
📍 The Heritage Club at Bethpage
8:00 AM | Old Bethpage

Thursday, October 23rd

ASTA Nassau Trade Show
📍 Courtyard Westbury Long Island
6:00 PM | Westbury, NY

Saturday, October 25th

LUNG FORCE Walk Long Island
📍 Eisenhower Park East Meadow
9:30 AM | East Meadow

JSA at Lucky's Fall Classic Show
📍 David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex
10:00 AM | Hempstead, NY
Saturday, October 25th – Sunday, October 26th, 2025

Sunday, October 26th

🧸 Kid-Friendly
OceanCon
📍 Oceanside Library
12:00 PM | Oceanside

Long Island Wedding Expo at Hofstra University
📍 Sondra and David Mack Student Center
1:00 PM | Hempstead, NY

🧸 Kid-Friendly

Oktoberfest Fundraiser in the Garden
📍 Growing Love Community Garden
2:00 PM | Port Washington, NY

🏈 Sports Events 

Tuesday, October 21st

🗽 Home Game!
New York Islanders vs. San Jose Sharks
📍 UBS Arena
7:00 PM | Elmont, NY

Wednesday, October 22nd

🗽 Home Game!
New York Knicks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
📍 Madison Square Garden
7:00 PM | New York, NY

Thursday, October 23rd

🗽 Home Game!
New York Rangers vs. San Jose Sharks
📍 Madison Square Garden
7:00 PM | New York, NY

🗽 Home Game!
New York Islanders vs. Detroit Red Wings
📍 UBS Arena
7:00 PM | Elmont, NY

Friday, October 24th

🗽 Home Game!
Army West Point Black Knights vs. Holy Cross Crusaders
📍 Tate Rink
7:00 PM | West Point, NY

🗽 Home Game!
Victory Fighting League
📍 Terminal 5
7:00 PM | New York, NY

Saturday, October 25th

🗽 Home Game!
Wagner Seahawks vs. Duquesne Dukes
📍 Wagner Stadium
12:00 PM | Staten Island, NY

🗽 Home Game!
Fordham Rams vs. Lehigh Mountain Hawks
📍 Coffey Field
1:00 PM | Bronx, NY

🗽 Home Game!
Stony Brook Seawolves vs. Towson Tigers
📍 Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium
3:30 PM | Stony Brook, NY

 Home Game!
Army West Point Black Knights vs. Holy Cross Crusaders
📍 Tate Rink
4:00 PM | West Point, NY

Sunday, October 26th

New Jersey Devils vs. Colorado Avalanche
📍 Prudential Center
1:00 PM | Newark, NJ

Monster Jam
📍 Total Mortgage Arena
1:00 PM | Bridgeport, CT

🎸 Live Music

Thursday, October 23rd

The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA
📍 Westbury Music Fair
7:00 PM | Westbury, NY

Friday, October 24th

Ruthie Foster in Concert
📍 Landmark on Main Street
8:00 PM | Port Washington, NY

Tasty Wave & LIR Dance Party
📍 Cancun Long Island
8:00 PM | Hicksville, NY

Saturday, October 25th

Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft — The Tour
📍 UBS Arena 7:00 PM | Elmont, NY
Saturday, October 25, 2025 – Sunday, October 26, 2025

Shahkar Bineshpajooh in Concert
📍 The Space at Westbury
8:30 PM | Westbury, NY

Mike DelGuidice
📍 Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall
9:00 PM | Wantagh

Sunday, October 26th

A John Williams Celebration 
📍 Alfred G. Berner Middle School
3:00 PM | Massapequa, NY

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