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It’s Monday, and we’re kicking off the week with fresh updates, inspiring local stories, and events you won’t want to miss. From community wins to hidden gems worth exploring, here’s what’s happening across Nassau County today—and what’s coming up next.

Fun Fact Spotlight:
🛩️ Flight History Took Off Here: Roosevelt Field, now a mall in East Garden City, was once an airfield where Charles Lindbergh began his solo transatlantic flight in May 1927 — a turning point in aviation history.

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🧥 Tom James Opens Roslyn Heights Showroom
🥗 Naya Brings Lebanese Bowls to Oceanside
👶 NYU Langone Adds Private Rooms for New Moms
🛋 Li Luxe Blends Design & Retail on Plandome Road Your Next Home is Here: Modern 5BR in South Bellmore
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🧥 Tom James Opens Roslyn Heights Showroom

After 22 years in Lake Success, custom clothier Heidi Goldstein has opened a new Tom James showroom right in her Roslyn Heights neighborhood. Located at 70 Glen Cove Rd., Suite LL2, the move comes after a rough final year at her old office, which included a bus crashing into the building's lot.

Tom James clients can still get tailored service at home or office, but Goldstein is also welcoming clients into her new space. “It feels great to finally be part of the community where I live,” she said.

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7 Best Street Fairs Long Island NY You Can't Miss in 2025

Discover the top street fairs Long Island NY has to offer! Your 2025 guide to dates, food, vendors, and insider tips for the best local festivals.

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🥗 Naya Brings Lebanese Bowls to Oceanside

NYC-based Naya, known for its build-your-own Lebanese bowls and wraps, has opened in Oceanside — its second Long Island location after Roosevelt Field. Founder Hady Kfoury says the concept mirrors Lebanese mezze culture in a modern fast-casual style.

👶 NYU Langone Adds Private Rooms for New Moms

NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island now offers 10 new family care suites where new parents can recover and bond in private — no extra fee. Each suite includes a sleeper couch, private bathroom, and parenting resources on-screen.

🛋 Li Luxe Blends Design & Retail on Plandome Road

Li Luxe, an interior design studio and home store, has opened a stylish new space in Manhasset. What started as a holiday pop-up is now a full-time fixture, offering gifts, curated decor, and custom design services under one roof.

📍 338 Plandome Rd., Manhasset

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🌤️ WeatherWatch

🌤️ Monday, November 3
High: 66°F | Low: 46°F
🌥️ Scattered clouds — calm and mild day ahead

☀️ Tuesday, November 4
High: 62°F | Low: 48°F
🌞 Bright and sunny — perfect autumn weather

Your Next Home is Here: Modern 5BR in South Bellmore

🏡 Just Listed: 2794 Judith Drive, Bellmore, NY – $949,999
Looking for your dream home in South Bellmore? This spacious Hi Ranch offers 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and over 2,400 sq ft of updated living space. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, it features central air, a private garage, upgraded lower-level access, and stylish finishes throughout. Located in the sought-after Bellmore-Merrick School District (John F. Kennedy HS), with no HOA fees and a generous 0.15-acre lot. Modern appliances included. Perfect for families or those ready to upsize. Don’t miss this rare Bellmore NY home for sale—schedule a showing today!

🎡Fair Days & Fun Ways

What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County

Saturday, November 8

Indoor Garage Sale
📍 Knights of Columbus
9:00 AM | Glen Cove

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

Kids Carnival & Bake Sale
📍 St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
10:00 AM | Port Washington
Kid Friendly / Free Event

East Meadow Fall Art, Craft and Gift Fair
📍 Eisenhower Park
10:00 AM | East Meadow

Plainedge PTA Holiday Vendor Fair
📍 Plainedge High School
3:00 PM | North Massapequa

Sunday, November 9

North Bellmore Harvest Flea Market
📍 Bellmore Train Station Parking Lot
8:00 AM | North Bellmore
Kid Friendly

Franklin Holiday Farmers Market 
📍 American Legion
10:00 AM | Franklin, NY

Paint with a Princess
 📍 Sparkle On Stage Cultural Arts Center
10:30 AM | Freeport
Kid Friendly

📣 Civic & Social Happenings

Monday, November 3

Intergenerational Green Jobs Summit
📍 Farmingdale State University
3:45 PM | East Farmingdale

Long Island Restaurant Week at Red Salt Room
 📍 Red Salt Room by David Burke
5:00 PM | Garden City

Tween Multi Media Weekly Fine Art Classes (Ages 10+)
📍 Hue Studio Fine Art Academy
5:30 PM | Rockville Centre

Tuesday, November 4

Annual Blood Drive
📍 North Merrick Fire Department
3:00 PM | Merrick

Teen Portfolio Prep Multi Media Weekly Fine Art Classes (Ages 14+)
📍 Hue Studio Fine Art Academy
5:30 PM | Rockville Centre

Wednesday, November 5

Psychic Night
📍 Necromantic Brew Co
6:30 PM | Farmingdale

Baby University: Baby Care Basics In-Person Class 
📍 Northwell Health
6:30 PM | Manhasset

Tough Guy Book Club – Long Island NY Chapter 
📍 Runyon’s of Seaford
7:00 PM | Seaford

Thursday, November 6

Comedy Night
📍 The Brokerage Comedy Club
6:30 PM | Bellmore

Harvest Bloom Pumpkin Workshop
📍 Long Beach Middle School, Room 269A
7:00 PM | Long Beach

90s RnB & Pop Bingo
📍 Vitality Lounge
7:00 PM | Hicksville

Friday, November 7

Philanthropy Day 2025: The Future of Fundraising
 📍 Crest Hollow Country Club
7:45 AM | Woodbury

Paint Late
📍 38 Forest Avenue, Rear Building
6:00 PM | Glen Cove

Saturday, November 8

Terry Fator Live at Flagstar
📍 Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
1:00 AM | Westbury

The CEO Blueprint Workshop 
📍 42 Guy Lombardo Ave
10:00 AM | Freeport

Saturday, November 8

Glass Painting Workshop
📍 Modern Terrarium Bar
10:30 AM | Rockville Centre

Fall Bridal Showcase
📍 200 East Shore Dr
1:00 PM | Massapequa

🏈 Sports Events 

Monday, November 3

St. John’s Red Storm Women’s Basketball vs. Le Moyne Dolphins
📍 Carnesecca Arena
2:00 PM | Jamaica, NY

St. John’s Red Storm vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats
📍 Carnesecca Arena
6:30 PM | Jamaica, NY

Tuesday, November 4

New York Islanders vs. Boston Bruins
📍 UBS Arena
7:30 PM | Elmont

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

Wednesday, November 5

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Rider Broncs
📍 Jersey Mike’s Arena
6:00 PM | Piscataway, NJ

Wagner Seahawks Women’s Basketball vs. New Paltz Hawks
📍 Spiro Events Center
7:00 PM | Staten Island, NY

Thursday, November 6

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Women’s Basketball vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats
📍 Jersey Mike’s Arena
7:00 PM | Piscataway, NJ

New Jersey Devils vs. Montreal Canadiens
📍 Prudential Center
7:00 PM | Newark, NJ

Friday, November 7

Pickleball Tournament
📍 SPORTIME Port Washington
6:30 PM | Port Washington

Harlem Wizards Game
📍 Manhasset Secondary School
7:00 PM | Manhasset

Saturday, November 8

Super Dope Run Collective Community Run
📍 Rivers Café USA
8:00 AM | Floral Park, NY

Big East Regional Cheer Championships
📍 CURE Insurance Arena
8:00 AM | Trenton, NJ

Sunday, November 9

Bulldog Battle at the Beach Youth Cheer Competition
📍 Long Beach High School
9:00 AM | Lido Beach, NY

Paddle with Purpose: Pink Paddle Battle 2025
📍 SPORTIME Pickleball
11:00 AM | Westbury, NY

🎸 Live Music

Monday, November 3

Monday Musicians’ Night
📍 Shandon Court
7:00 PM | East Islip

Wednesday, November 5

Joe Louis & Little Buster’s Soul Brothers LIVE 
 📍 The Coop
7:00 PM | Farmingdale

Marc Cohn & Shawn Colvin
📍 Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street
7:00 PM | Port Washington

Stray Cats Live at Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
📍 Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
8:00 PM | Westbury

Thursday, November 6

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

Crown of Thornz, Hangman, Top of The World + More 
📍 Massapequa VFW Hall
6:30 PM | Massapequa

Marc Cohn & Shawn Colvin Live in Port Washington
📍 Landmark on Main Street
7:30 PM | Port Washington

Friday, November 7

Tiger Rose at The Nutty Irishman 
📍 The Nutty Irishman
7:00 PM | Farmingdale

JNC @ EGP! (Jerry & The Newcomers Live)
📍 EGP Land & Sea
7:00 PM | Island Park

D’Wayne’s Revenge
📍 The New Vibe Lounge
7:00 PM | Rockville Centre

Saturday, November 8

The Paper Rose Project Fundraiser
📍 Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall
1:00 PM | Wantagh

R&B Only & Friends – 10 Year Anniversary Show
📍 UBS Arena
7:00 PM | Elmont

Pour Some 80’s On Me at Plattdeutsch Park Biergarten
📍 Plattdeutsch Park Biergarten
7:00 PM | Franklin Square

Sunday, November 9

Four Seasons in Music: Autumn’s Graceful Waltz
📍 Hempstead House, Sands Point Preserve
3:00 PM | Port Washington

North Mississippi Allstars
📍 Jeanne Rimsky Theater
7:00 PM | Port Washington

Nirvair Pannu Live in New York
📍 John Cranford Adams Playhouse – Hofstra University
7:00 PM | Hempstead

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