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It’s Friday—time to wrap up the week with a look at what’s making news, what’s bringing smiles, and what’s happening this weekend in Nassau County. From local wins to fun finds, here’s your Friday rundown.

Fun Fact Spotlight:
🚜 From Spuds to Suburbs
Levittown rose from former potato fields in the Island Trees area.
Early land buys totaled about 500 acres, expanding to ~1,000 acres; by 1951, the development covered 7.3 square miles with 17,500 homes that helped define post-war America.

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Today’s Edition: 
🚴 $97 Million Active Transportation Funding for New York State
🥗 Sweetgreen Opens at Manhasset Row
🏥 Metro Physical Therapy Opens in Port Washington
🏢 London Jewelers Owner Buys Manhasset Offices
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🚴 $97 Million Active Transportation Funding for New York State

A new statewide announcement revealed $97 million in funding for active transportation projects throughout New York State. This is great news for Nassau County residents who want to see better biking and walking options in their neighborhoods.

The money will support projects that get people moving—think safer sidewalks, protected bike lanes, and better paths connecting parks to local businesses. Towns like Hempstead and North Hempstead can apply for these funds to build the kind of infrastructure that makes daily life easier without needing to jump in the car every time.

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Explore our guide to Diabetes Month Awareness in Nassau County. Find local screenings, events, prevention tips, and vital health resources.

NEWSBites

🥗 Sweetgreen Opens at Manhasset Row

The healthy salad chain opens November 25 as the first tenant in the redeveloped Manhasset Row. The restaurant will serve fresh, seasonal bowls and salads made with locally sourced ingredients. This opening kicks off a bigger plan to revive the area and bring more dining options to the community.

🏥 Metro Physical Therapy Opens in Port Washington

A new physical therapy clinic opened September 29, bringing rehabilitation services closer to home for local residents. The facility has private treatment rooms, advanced equipment like anti-gravity treadmills, and offers same-day appointments within 24 hours. Services range from sports injury care to senior mobility programs and in-home therapy.

🏢 London Jewelers Owner Buys Manhasset Offices

The owner of London Jewelers purchased a Manhasset office portfolio for nearly $4 million. The deal includes multiple office spaces in the heart of town, with plans for renovations to attract new tenants. Local leaders expect the investment to bring more jobs and foot traffic to support nearby shops and restaurants.

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

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

🌦️ Saturday, November 22
High: 48°F | Low: 41°F
💧 58% chance — a sprinkle or two might crash the party, but it’s still a great day to get out and about.

🌧️ Sunday, November 23
High: 50°F | Low: 42°F
💧 60% chance — a soft, drizzly morning followed by lazy Sunday skies. Perfect for staying in your comfiest socks.

🛠️ Spotted in Deer Park

There’s a new tint shop over on Grand Blvd that’s been catching some attention—especially from locals into car wraps, window film, or lowkey upgrades. It’s the second location for a shop that’s been around for a while, now offering everything from ceramic coatings to anti-graffiti film.

📍 850 Grand Blvd, Unit D, Deer Park

🖤 Early Black Friday Deals Across Nassau County

Black Friday is still a week away, but Nassau County businesses are already rolling out early deals and exclusive savings. From fashion and jewelry to home goods, beauty, restaurants, and local services, we’ve curated a first-look list to help you plan ahead. More offers will drop as we get closer to the big day — but these early deals are too good to miss.

If you own a local business and want your Black Friday deal featured in our next update, you can email us and we’ll be happy to include you.

Start browsing now and get a head start on next week’s holiday savings!
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🎡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

📣 Civic & Social Happenings 

Friday, November 21

Schreiber Theatre Company Presents: Sense and Sensibility
📍 Paul D. Schreiber High School
7:30 PM | Port Washington

Cathedral Concert: Make Our Garden Grow
📍 Cathedral of the Incarnation
7:30 PM | Garden City

Saturday, November 22

SE4SK Bingo
📍 22 Dickerson Street
9:00 PM | Woodbury

School Daze: An Educators’ Joint 
📍 Applebee’s Grill + Bar
8:00 AM | Baldwin

Sunday, November 23

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

Thanksgiving Week Foodies + New Friends: Hempstead (FREE)
📍 Restaurant of the Week
7:00 PM | Hempstead

🏈 Sports Events 

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

Danbury Hat Tricks vs. Binghamton Black Bears
📍 Danbury Arena
7:00 PM | Danbury, CT

Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing: Rockin’ Fights 52
📍 The Paramount Theatre
7:30 PM | Huntington, NY

Sunday, November 23

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

New York Islanders vs. Seattle Kraken
📍 UBS Arena
5:00 PM | Elmont, NY

🎸 Live Music

Wednesday, November 19

Jonas Brothers: JONAS20 – Greetings From Your Hometown
📍 UBS Arena
7:30 PM | Belmont Park

Echoes of the Eagles: A Tribute to The Eagles
 📍 Manhasset Cinemas Theater
7:30 PM | Manhasset

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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