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Tiger Woods’ design firm is planning a private golf retreat on Brookville’s former Tam O’Shanter grounds. On Veterans Day, we also look at a new assistance program for older veterans, an East Meadow veteran-owned business and local observances.

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In 1929, Jimmy Doolittle took off, flew and landed at Mitchel Field using newly developed instruments, an early milestone in instrument flight.

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Today’s Edition
⛳ A private golf redevelopment on 148 acres in Brookville
🎖️ New assistance for veterans age 60 and older
🤝 East Meadow business profile, Mercy coat donation and Veterans Day observances
🍽️ The Nassau food guide and Copperhill
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

Tiger Woods Plans Golf Retreat at Brookville’s Former Tam O’Shanter

Concept rendering on TGR Design’s Brookville project page showing a red barn beside landscaped golf grounds

Concept rendering from TGR Design’s Brookville project page. Source: TGR Design. View image source

Tiger Woods and TGR Design will design an 18-hole private course at Brookville’s former Tam O’Shanter Country Club, Greater Long Island reported November 3. The Armchair Collective bought the 148-acre property in September.

The redevelopment plans include a clubhouse, golf performance center, practice facilities and cottages for members and guests. Historic farm buildings would be reused, including a milk barn overlooking a planned putting area.

The former club closed in 2021. Site preparation and demolition are reported underway, while course construction is expected in 2027. The village mayor told Newsday that the developer still needs to file for permits; this remains a private club project.

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Around Nassau

New Support Program Helps Veterans Age 60 and Older

Hicksville-based CN Guidance and UJA-Federation have launched an initiative for older veterans facing financial hardship. The program combines peer support, help navigating benefits and emergency assistance for essential needs such as housing, utilities and transportation.

The November 5 report describes services for veterans age 60 and older across Nassau and Suffolk. Contact the organization about eligibility, intake and available assistance.

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Army Veteran Builds an East Meadow Sign Business

A Veterans Day profile introduces Garmani Maw, the Army veteran who operates Signarama East Meadow. The business produces custom signs and graphics for local organizations and customers. This is a profile of an existing Nassau business.

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Local Updates & Useful Resources

Jr. Islanders Deliver Nearly 100 Coats to Mercy

The PAL Jr. Islanders donated nearly 100 coats for children served by Mercy Hospital’s Family Care Center in Rockville Centre, News 12 reported November 3. The donated sizes range from newborn through tween.

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Veterans Day Observances Around Nassau

November 11 observances are listed for Mineola’s Memorial Park at 11 a.m., East Williston’s Village Green at 11:30 a.m. and Williston Park Village Hall at 10:30 a.m. Check the respective village for any last-minute venue or schedule changes.

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Nassau’s Veterans Service Agency

The county agency helps veterans and their families navigate benefits, claims and appeals.

Its website also describes transportation assistance to the Northport VA hospital and East Meadow VA clinic. Contact the agency for current arrangements.

🌤️  WeatherWatch

Wednesday, November 11
High: lower 60s | Low: mid 40s

☀️  Sunny for Veterans Day
Clouds increase overnight.
Thursday, November 12
High: upper 50s | Low: lower 40s

🌦️  Mostly cloudy; afternoon rain chance
Rain chance: 50% by day, 80% overnight.
Friday, November 13
High: upper 40s | Low: mid 30s

🌧️  Rain and breezy conditions
Rain chance: 80% by day, 40% overnight.
Nassau County, NY: southern Nassau forecast
Temperatures in °F. Local conditions may vary.
Source: National Weather Service

RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT

Copperhill • Williston Park

Copperhill in Williston Park, image from the restaurant website

Photo: Copperhill website.

A modern American restaurant serving dinner and Sunday brunch.

Find it: 234 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park. Check the current menu, hours and reservations before visiting.

View Copperhill’s menu →

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What’s Happening in Nassau

Wednesday, November 11 • Local picks for the days ahead.

Long Beach Veterans Day Commemoration
Wednesday, November 11, 10:30 AM
Long Beach City Hall, Long Beach
The city and Joint Veterans Organization host an observance. Check the city page for updates. View event →

AdvoKids: Veteran’s Day
Wednesday, November 11, 11–11:30 AM or noon–12:30 PM
Long Island Children’s Museum, Garden City
Learn about Navy veteran and code breaker Julia Parsons. Included with museum admission; day-of tickets are required. View event →

Cowboy Junkies
Thursday, November 12, 7:30 PM
Tilles Center, Krasnoff Theater, Brookville
Hear a career-spanning concert. Tickets required. View event →

Stars of Late Night
Friday, November 13, 8–10 PM
Landmark on Main Street, Port Washington
A stand-up lineup performs at the Jeanne Rimsky Theater. Tickets required. View event →

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All times are local. Check the organizers for registration, ticket availability, fees, and schedule changes.

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