🌊 Westbury Welcomes I.FLY Trapeze’s New Year-Round Circus School

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Fun Fact Spotlight:
🌡️ Warm December Surprise: In 1956, Nassau County recorded an average December temperature of about 39.3 °F — one of its warmest on record. So if you’re sipping cocoa in a hoodie instead of a parka, you’re just keeping up tradition.

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🎪 Flying Trapeze Gets Permanent Westbury Home
🥑 Toastique Brings Gourmet Toast to Woodbury
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

🎪 Flying Trapeze Gets Permanent Westbury Home

I.FLY Trapeze just opened a year-round facility at 1500 Old Country Road after almost 20 years of seasonal runs at Eisenhower Park. Classes start at $49 and are open to all ages and skill levels. Perfect for anyone who's ever wanted to run away and join the circus.

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Your Ultimate Guide to Smart Shopping on Holiday

Sshopping on holiday in Nassau County? Get smart tips, exclusive deals, and must-visit outlets to maximize savings and fun on your trip.
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🥑 Toastique Brings Gourmet Toast to Woodbury

The national café chain is opening its first Long Island spot in Woodbury early next year at 8025 Jericho Turnpike. Expect gourmet toasts, smoothies, and coffee in the old Gabby's Bagels space. It's another sign that health-focused dining is taking off around here.
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🌤️ WeatherWatch

⛅ Thursday, December 4
High: 41°F | Low: 26°F
💧 2% chance — broken clouds floating around like they couldn’t decide on an outfit. A chill day with big winter-is-almost-here energy.

❄️ Friday, December 5
High: 33°F | Low: 20°F
💧 39% chance — light snow sneaking in late, like a quiet little surprise. Clouds building up all day, getting ready for a soft winter dusting. Cozy vibes activated.

☕ More Than Just a Cup: Wired Coffee Builds a Community Around Quality

Tucked away on Lawson Blvd in Oceanside, Wired Coffee is quietly doing something special. Not just through bold espresso or cinnamon-laced lattes, but through its values—supporting coffee farmers with fair pricing and backing local causes at home.

Wired isn’t a chain. It’s a local haven with a heart. Whether you're grabbing an oat milk cold brew or hanging out over sourdough sandwiches and turmeric lattes, there's a sense of care in every sip and every space.

You come for the coffee. You stay for the feeling.

📍3118 Lawson Blvd, Oceanside, NY
🌐 wiredcoffeehouse.com

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