Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
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:
🛩️ Defense & the Moon Shot
During WWII, Grumman Aircraft Engineering in Bethpage produced the F6F Hellcat, one of the Navy’s most successful fighters—and later built the Apollo Lunar Module that landed astronauts on the Moon.

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Today’s Edition: 
🏗️ New York Greenlights $1B Natural Gas Pipeline Project
🤝 Community Chest Steps Up with Emergency Food Aid
🎁 Holiday Shopping Gets Boost at Tanger Deer Park
🍔 New Halal Burger Spot Flips Into Hicksville
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🏗️ New York Greenlights $1B Natural Gas Pipeline Project

New York's Department of Environmental Conservation just gave the green light to the Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline project. The $1 billion initiative has been in the works for years and will bring natural gas from Pennsylvania through New Jersey all the way to Queens.

The pipeline is designed to help National Grid and other utilities keep up with growing energy needs in Nassau County. This matters especially during winter months when everyone cranks up the heat. The goal is better reliability and possibly lower energy bills for residents and local businesses.

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516 Update Community Guide

Best Beaches on Long Island: Your 2025 Nassau County Guide

Hello, Nassau County! As the seasons change, Long Island's stunning coastline continues to draw visitors. With numerous options available, selecting the perfect beach can be daunting. Whether you're in Levittown seeking a family-friendly spot with all amenities, or in Garden City looking for a tranquil natural retreat, finding the right location requires some guidance. We're here to offer the local knowledge you need to plan your ideal beach outing.

NEWSBites

🤝 Community Chest Steps Up with Emergency Food Aid

Port Washington Community Chest approved a $4,500 emergency grant to help families hit by recent SNAP benefit cuts. The money will split between three local food pantries—Littig House, Our Lady of Fatima, and St. Peter of Alcantara—to buy Stop & Shop gift cards for families facing food insecurity. The cuts took effect November 1.

🎁 Holiday Shopping Gets Boost at Tanger Deer Park

Toys"R"Us and Canada Weather Gear just opened at Tanger Deer Park, right in time for holiday shopping. The toy store brings back a favorite for kids, while the outerwear shop offers winter gear for the cold months ahead. Both stores are creating local jobs and giving families more options for gift shopping this season.

🍔 New Halal Burger Spot Flips Into Hicksville

Flippin Buns, a new halal smashburger restaurant run by local brothers, opened in Hicksville. The menu features burgers, fries, and shakes made with quality halal ingredients. The brothers plan to source locally when possible, giving residents another great option for dining out with family and friends.

🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌧️ Thursday, November 20
High: 51°F | Low: 45°F
💧 71% chance — bring your umbrella! It’s a rainy day made for movies and comfort food.

🌤️ Friday, November 21
High: 50°F | Low: 45°F
💧 6% chance — clouds part just in time for some weekend energy to shine through!

☕ A Good Place to Pause: Cafe Inn, Jericho

Cafe Inn isn’t loud about itself, but you’ll notice it anyway. A cozy corner on Jericho Turnpike where the coffee is strong, the menu’s creative (iced hibiscus, affogatos, mango shaved ice), and the mood invites you to stay a while.

It’s got that rare combination of chill atmosphere and quiet energy—great for a solo work session, a reset between errands, or just catching your breath with a lavender lemonade in hand.

📍 15 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY
🧋 Daily board includes espresso, fruit teas, savory bites & shaved ice.

🎡Fair Days & Fun Ways

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Saturday, November 22

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

Long Island Slot Car Show
📍 Miller’s Ale House
10:30 AM | Levittown

Native American Fall Festival Weekend
📍 50 Barry Dr
10:00 AM | Glen Cove
Saturday–Sunday, November 22–23

Sunday, November 23

Wicked Breakfast 
📍 1276 Hicksville Rd
9:30 AM | Seaford

Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Holiday Fair
 📍 Memorare Caterers
10:00 AM | Seaford

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📣 Civic & Social Happenings 

Thursday, November 20

Drew Dunn Live 
📍 Governor’s at The Brokerage
7:00 PM | Bellmore

Breathwork Healing Session
📍 100 Benkert St
7:30 PM | Bethpage

Friday, November 21

Beats by the Beach: Poetry & Open Mic
📍 Space Cowboy Coffee Co.
6:00 PM | Long Beach

Paint & Sip: Beautiful Holiday Candle
📍 Westbury Arts
7:00 PM | Westbury

Saturday, November 22

Farmingdale Holiday Parade 
📍 Northside Elementary School
12:00 PM | Farmingdale

Peace and Blessings: Holy Sabbath Convocation
 📍 Hempstead Village
1:00 PM | Hempstead

Sunday, November 23

MECHS Anniversary Mixer: A Celebration of Healing, Peace & Intention
📍 173 Rockaway Ave
3:00 PM | Valley Stream

Gratitude & Grounding: Reiki + Tea Ceremony
 📍 Twin Flame
4:00 PM | Bethpage

🏈 Sports Events 

Thursday, November 20

St. John’s Red Storm vs. Bucknell Bison
📍 Carnesecca Arena
7:00 PM | Jamaica, NY

Fordham Rams vs. Long Island University Sharks
📍 Rose Hill Gymnasium
7:00 PM | Bronx, NY

Friday, November 21

Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. Holy Cross Crusaders
📍 William H. Pitt Health and Recreation Center
7:00 PM | Fairfield, CT

Army West Point Black Knights vs. Air Force Falcons
📍 Tate Rink
7:00 PM | West Point, NY

Saturday, November 22

Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. UMass Lowell River Hawks
📍 Yanitelli Recreational Life Center
2:00 PM | Jersey City, NJ

Brooklyn FC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC
📍 Maimonides Park
3:00 PM | Brooklyn, NY

Sunday, November 23

Columbia Lions vs. Longwood Lancers
📍 Levien Gymnasium
2:00 PM | New York, NY

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Women’s Volleyball vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
📍 Jersey Mike’s Arena
4:30 PM | Piscataway, NJ

🎸 Live Music

Thursday, November 20

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

Andy Falco & Travis Book
📍 Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street
7:00 PM | Port Washington

Friday, November 21

Open City, Heavyhex & Adult Magic 
📍 Massapequa VFW
7:00 PM | Massapequa

Oh What A Night of Doo Wop & Rock & Roll
📍 Westbury Music Fair
7:00 PM | Westbury

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