May 10, 2023 - May 23, 2023 Nassau Zone 2

Saladino Joins With MiYaD Of Jericho

To Proclaim “Education And Sharing Day” In The Town Of Oyster Bay

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino joined with Rabbi Chanan Krivisky, of MiYaD of Jericho, to proclaim April 2nd, 2023 “Education and Sharing Day” in the Town of Oyster Bay, in recognition of the 121st birthday of Lubavitcher

Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson who was considered to be one of the most influential Jewish

leaders of the 20th century.

“Rabbi Mendel Schneerson dedicated his life to education and advocated for a greater emphasis of human rights, justice and morality in the education system,” said Supervisor Saladino. “I can’t think of a more fitting way to honor him than to proclaim April 2nd, 2023

‘Education and Sharing

Day’ here in the Town, and encourage classroom instruction to include morality and ethics.”

Supervisor Saladino presented Rabbi Krivisky with this proclamation and thanked him for his incredible efforts and for his spiritual and religious contributions which he provides, every day.

Registration Now Open For Toddler Sports Program

Oyster Bay Town

Councilwoman Vicki Walsh announced that the Toddler Sports Program returns this spring on April 18th. This 6-week program offers sports classes at the Hicksville Athletic Center for children ages 3 and 4.

“The Town’s Toddler Sports Program is a fantastic way to teach your toddler the fundamentals of sports in a fun and social environment,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “This program is sure to be a hit with children and parents alike, as youngsters are given the opportunity to learn the basics of various different sports such as tee-ball,

flag football and more along with children their own age.”

Residents who sign their toddler up for the program must choose one class per week, per child. Classes will take place on: Tuesdays at 1pm or 2pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center; and Thursdays at 1pm or 2pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center.

Online registration is now available at www. oysterbaytown.com/ parksportal. Space is limited- first come, first serve. Registration will close when the program reaches full capacity. Each class is approximately 50

minutes. The cost of the program is $75 per child who is a Town resident, and $90 per child whose care giver is a Town resident but not the child. The child’s birth certificate and a tax or utility bill will be required to validate age and proof of residency. A guardian must be present during the class. The child MUST be 3 years old by the start of the program.

The Toddler Sports Program is run by the Town’s Parks Department, Recreation Division. For further information, please call (516) 7977945.

Experience The Extraordinary

AnthonyScotto Restaurants have revolutionized the catering and restaurant industry on Long Island. Their culinary teams are constantly evolving to keep their offerings nothing but fresh and exciting. They accomplish this by using the finest, quality ingredients available, regardless of cost, and by updating their menus to reflect the flavors of each season.

The group operates six award-winning restaurants, and their steakhouse cuisine has expanded beyond the classics, to include world renowned sushi and sashimi, exotic cuts of beef, flavorful composed dishes and fresh seafood flown in from around the globe.

Bijou (Melville): The restaurant features dramatic dining spaces and a spacious bar. Consider hosting your next event in one of their beautiful and spacious banquet rooms, or reserve the entire restaurant for your celebration. Open for Lunch Tu-Fri , Dinner Tu - Sat and all day Sunday for Brunch with live music. Plus, enjoy their Live Entertainment

Thursday - Saturday nights.

Blackstone (Melville): Come dine inside or at their outdoor lounge, featuring ambient lighting, lush landscaping and comfortable oversized booths. Don’t forget to have a drink at their large and inviting bar! Open for Lunch Monday - Friday and Dinner every night!

Insignia (Smithtown): Picture a historic Hamptons mansion with cedar shakes, copper roofing, quarried stone and a beautiful architectural turret combined with the energy and vibe of a trendy Manhattan restaurant and bar – that’s Insignia. Open for Dinner every night. Plus, don’t miss their Live DJ and drink specials on Thursday nights!

One10 (Melville): One10 exudes a contemporary style. Whether you’re looking to sit down for an exquisite dining experience, host a world-class social or corporate event or toast at the most unique bar on Long Island, One10 is at your service. Open for Dinner every night!

Opus (Jericho): This restaurant boasts an attractive, modern look. It’s a true wine lover’s destination, featuring over 600 selections on their wine list. Open for Dinner every night.

Rare650 (Syosset): This restaurant boasts a chic main dining room, floor-to-ceiling wine room and an energetic bar area. Dine or enjoy cocktails in their stunning glass conservatory, featuring ambient lighting, tropical landscaping and ultra-comfortable large booths. Open for Dinner every night and offers Live Entertainment on Thursday nights.

All beloved establishments feature spacious bars and award winning wine lists with over 450 different vintages of wine by the bottle and 40 wines by the glass, plus creative homemade desserts imagined and prepared by their in-house pastry chefs.

Visit an Anthony Scotto Restaurant today and experience the extraordinary.

Syosset High School Students Qualify for American Invitational Mathematics Exam

Eighteen Syosset High School students have qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Exam (AIME). To qualify to take the AIME, students must score in the top 5% of all students tested on the American Math Contest 12 or top 2.5% on the American Math Contest 10.

The Syosset students who qualified for the AIME are Cody Cheng, Jordan

Guo, Alan Huang, Alice Huang, Ashley Huang, Jason Lee, Katherine Li, Grace Lu, Maximus Lu, Jake Mallen, James Masson, Anish Mittal, Michael Ren, Emily Su, Alex Wang, Ryan Wei, Samuel Xiao, and Margaret Zhang.

The AIME is a 15 question, 3-hour examination in which each answer is an integer number from 0 to 999. Students who

score exceptionally well will advance to the USA Mathematical Olympiad.

The MAA’s American Mathematics Competitions program is a series of exams and curriculum that helps America’s educators identify and foster a love of mathematics in their students by building problem-solving and analytical skills in middle and high school students.

STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR AMERICAN INVITATIONAL MATHEMATICS

EXAM - 18 SHS Students qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics exam (11 pictured). Photo courtesy of Syosset Central School District

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May Happenings

Make a submission! Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x211 or send events to nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com

SATURDAY, MAY 13

8:30AM

CSJ'S FUN RUN/WALK FUNDRAISER

Proceeds to benefit the CSJ Brentwood Campus Programs & Services. For more information and for sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Emily Monem at 631-273-1187 ext.154 or monem@csjbrentwood.org.

10:00AM-2:00PM

OPEN HOUSE SCREENING DAY

Join Catholic Health for a free breast screening in recognition of Mother's Day, at Good Samaritan Women's Imaging Center in West Islip. Walk ins are welcome with insurance. For a free screening for those that are under- or uninsured, call 631-376-3051 to schedule your appointment.

10:00AM-4:00PM

NORTHPORT SPRING CRAFT FAIR

This Craft Fair presents an array of artisans featuring one of a kind creations and designs. There will be live music and refreshments. Call 631-846-1459 for more information.

12:00PM

FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK

The 2nd annual Free Concert

In The Park returns, Songs Of Hope featuring Dave Pettigrew and Crossing Jordan. Held at the Lindenhurst Village Square Park Gazebo. Visit davepettigrew.net for more information.

7:00PM-11:00PM

DINNER DANCE & CHARITY EVENT

Kiwanis Islips and Bay Shore is hosting a "Kiwanis Rocks" honoring

Good Samaritan University Hospital

Mother Baby Unit. Tickets are $85 per person. For more informatiion call Sandy at 631-882-4994.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17

6:00PM-10:00PM

CHEFS FOR A CAUSE EVENT

The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition will be holding their 22nd annual Chefs for a Cause event at The Piermont in Babylon. There will be raffles, music and auction items. $100 per person, call the office for information at 631-893-4110.

6:30PM

GIOVANNI CABOTO FASHION

SHOW

Sons & Daughters of Italy in America will host this event at Verdi's of Westbury $65 with raffles, full dinner, drinks, DJ, etc. Call Linda at 516-655-7474 for more information.

SATURDAY, MAY 20

9:00AM-3:00PM

HUNTINGTON FESTIVAL & CRAFT FAIR

Greater Huntington Council of Yacht and Boating Clubs starts off Huntington Safe Boating Week with the 8th annual Huntington Waterfront Festival at Mill Dam Park. Call 631-846-1459 for more information

9:30AM-2:30PM

COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE

Get great deals on household goods, antiques, collectibles, toys, furniture and many more on the grounds of The Three Village Historical Society in Setauket. For more information visit www.tvhs. org.

10:00AM-4:00PM

SPRING FAIR

The North Babylon Lions will be hosting a Spring Fair at North Babylon High School. There will be vendors, entertainment, food, rides and a petting zoo. Rain date is Sunday, May 21st. The Lions will be collecting non-perishable food for the pantry at St. Paul's. Email ladydi1@optonline.net for more information.

10:30AM KIDS DAY AT THE FARM

Organics Today Farm in East Islip is hosting a Kids Day. Come down for fun classes and activities for kids of all ages. Call/Text 631-480-6497 for more information.

SUNDAY, MAY 21

9:00AM-3:00PM

VENDORS WANTED FOR SPRING YARD SALE

The Yaphank Historical Society seeks vendors and shoppers for their annual Spring Yard Sale on the grounds of the Robert & Isabella Hawkins House in Yaphank. Vendor fee is $10 per spot. First come, first served, no reservations necessary.. Call 631-924-4803 with questions, or visit www.yaphankhistorical.org.

THURSDAY, MAY 25

7:00PM MILLS' PARTY FOR LIFE

In memory of Peter Careccia, witness the Miracle of Life as a cancer survivor will meet the donor who saved his life for the very first time at The Heritage Club in Bethpage. All proceeds benefit KiDS NEED MoRE Camp Adventure. For more information, email info@kidsneedmore.org.

Bridge Dedication In Memory Of Fallen Nassau Police Officer

Long Island Expressway in Plainview. Officer Greer served with the NCPD for 13 years and lost his life during a traffic stop along the expressway in 1979. “Officer Greer was a top cop in the bravest sense and did not hesitate to act, even when the situation was perilous. He put the safety of our residents ahead of his own,” said Supervisor Saladino. “During his tenure, Officer Greer earned the respect of his colleagues with his dedication, a legacy that lives on today. He made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his fellow citizens, and his legacy in emergency service lives on through the men and women currently serving in the NCPD.”

Winners Of The Fourth Annual Judy Jacobs Essay Contest Congratulated

Nassau County Legislator

Arnold W. Drucker (DPlainview) congratulated the winners of the Fourth Annual Judy Jacobs Essay Contest during a special ceremony at the Jericho Public Library on Thursday, April 20.

Legislator Drucker awarded Nassau County Legislature Citations to contest winners Simone Mukherjee and Carina Zheng from the George Jackson Elementary

School; Johnson Li from Cantiague Elementary and South Woods Middle School student Sophie Li.

Open to fifth- through eighth-grade students the 16th Legislative District, the contest was held in honor of Women’s History Month and in recognition of the late Nassau County Legislator and former Presiding Officer Judy Jacobs. The winners were selected from over 30 entries by Judy’s daughters,

Jackie Jacobs Herschander and Linda Jacobs-Geller.

“Students who participated in this year’s essay writing contest, did a phenomenal job highlighting courageous women in their lives,” Legislator Drucker said. “It was a privilege to recognize these students and read their heartfelt essays about the women who inspire them every day.

Legislators Team Up With Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign For Melanoma Awareness Month

Legislator Rose Marie Walker was joined by Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel, Legislators Mazi Melesa Pilip, and Tom McKevitt, Deputy County Executive for Health & Human Services Anissa Moore, Dr. Irina Gelman, Commissioner of Health, Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Colette Coyne of Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign, Garden City Dermatologist Dr. Ted Daly, and skin cancer survivors earlier today to discuss what steps can be taken to prevent Melanoma, the importance

of regular check-ups, and other tips to stay safe in the sun in honor of Melanoma Awareness Month.

Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker stated “As we head into the warmer weather, and spend our days at the park, a ballgame, or the beach, I want to remind everyone to take proactive measures by wearing sunscreen, hats, and UV clothing, even on cloudy days. This year an estimated 100,000 adults will be diagnosed with Melanoma, but early detection is key and can save lives. So be sure to

schedule yearly check-ups to stay safe!”

The Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign in conjunction with Nassau County, Belaray Dermatology and Garden City Dermatology are hosting FREE Skin Cancer Screenings on Saturday May 13, 2023, beginning at 9:00 AM during the 17th Annual Long Island Miles for MelanomaSteps to Stop Skin Cancer Walk in Eisenhower Park, parking field 2. Additional information can be found by visiting ccmac.org.

Contest during a special ceremony at the Jericho Public Library on Thursday, April 20.

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BRIDGE DEDICATION - Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman, state and county officials, as well as representatives from the Nassau County Police Department and Nassau PBA to dedicate a memorial bridge at the overpass of Sunnyside Blvd. along the

JUDY JACOBS ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) congratulated the winners of the Fourth Annual Judy Jacobs Essay

TEAM UP FOR MELANOMA AWARENESS MONTH -

Pictured from left to right: Helen Sanudo, Donald Gleason, Legislator Tom McKevitt,

Irina Gelman, Commissioner of Health, Dr. Ted Daly, Colette Coyne, Legislator Rose Marie Walker, Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, Anissa Moore, Deputy County Executive for Health and Human Services, Retired Nassau County Police Officer Sharon Galvin.

Hicksville Music Education Program Receives National Recognition

Hicksville Public Schools has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education Award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation. This is the eighth year Hicksville music educators, administrators,

students and parents have demonstrated outstanding achievement and commitment to providing access to music education and to instilling an appreciation of music as part of the district’s philosophy of offering a well-rounded education for national

recognition.

“We are incredibly proud to be named as one of the Best Communities for Music Education once again,” said District Supervisor of Fine Arts Chad Wyman.

“This recognition from NAMM is a testament of our community’s

commitment to music education and our dedicated music educators who have continued to inspire our talented students to continue learning and sharing music within our district.”

To qualify for the designation, Hicksville

Public Schools answered questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program and community musicmaking programs.

The NAMM

Foundation is a nonprofit organization supported in part by the National Association of Music Merchants. It advances active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving, and public service programs.

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for May is LI Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) is a 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to the idea that Long Island’s musical heritage is an important resource to be celebrated and preserved for future generations. The organization, which encompasses New York State’s Nassau, Su olk, Queens, and Kings (Brooklyn) Counties, was created as a place of community that inspires and explores Long Island music in all its forms. LIMEHOF, located in Stony Brook, is heavily engrossed in our local communities and o ers Long Islanders many ways to get involved.

As like any non-profit, their volunteers play a large role in their e orts. Each and every person who gives their time as a volunteer is dedicated to help support their mission. If you have a passion for music and would like to volunteer, please visit www. limusichallo ame.org/volunteer and fill out an application form.

Additionally, donations of any size are accepted and appreciated. Your donation will help preserve our rich musical heritage and assist in providing music education programs for children and adults, including scholarships to deserving high school students. Specific donation amounts will allow you to get your name/ information in their Hall of Fame, engraved on either a Quarter Note ($250), Half Note ($500) or Whole Note ($1000).

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The Hall of Fame is now accepting applications for their 2023 Student Scholarship program, where they will award $500 scholarships to graduating students. These scholarships will provide funding for eligible graduating high school students from Nassau, Su olk, Brooklyn, Queens, or Kings (Brooklyn) Counties who have shown an interest in pursuing a career in music.

The deadline for applications is Friday, May 12th. To apply and to read the eligibility requirements, please visit www.limusichallo ame. org/scholarshipsgrants.

LIMEHOF’s deep passion regarding the importance of music prompted them to develop a dynamic multimedia lecture series for schools (pre-school through college) and for libraries. This is designed to celebrate music made by Long Islanders for over a century and has been beloved by many local organizations. If you are interested in learning more, please contact them today at 631.689.5888 or info@limusichallo ame.org.

Be sure to read next week’s article to learn more, including a list of upcoming events!

If your non-profit would like to be featured in this column,please email noellelambert@longislandmediagroup.com for consideration.

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To The Friends & Neighbors of The Peninsula Golf Club and Local Civic Associations,

As you may be aware, the Town of Oyster Bay is moving forward with its plan to seize the Peninsula Golf Club (PGC) by eminent domain. This plan, which the Town approved in October 2021, has been the subject of local news reports that are not entirely correct and fail to give a complete picture of the proceedings to date.

Despite the Town’s stated reasons for their action, it is hard to imagine any net bene t to the public in seizing a privately-owned golf course that is open to the general public on a non-discriminatory basis, and that is operated at private expense, to make it a publicly-owned golf course that charges higher fees to guests from our neighboring towns and counties and operates at taxpayers expense. The Town has stated that it is acting to ensure that the property remains a golf course and is not developed into residential housing, but the fact is PGC has not offered or solicited offers to sell the club, nor has PGC made any attempt to disturb the restrictive covenant with Nassau County that has been in place for over 75 years. Instead, PGC has operated the club since 1947 as a public golf course in faithful adherence to the covenant, and it rejected the two unsolicited offers to purchase the club made in 2021, including an informal indication of interest by the Town before the eminent domain proceeding began.

As noted in our counsel’s letter, PGC has offered to address the Town’s concerns by granting a “right of rst refusal” that would give the Town the options to match any serious offer to purchase the course before PGC could conclude any sale to a third party. This solution should be more than sufficient to ensure that the Town’s stated concerns are fully addressed without the time and expense of litigation to both parties.

We appreciate your consideration of these points and ask that you reach out to your local Oyster Bay representatives to stop this unnecessary and costly seizure. The main phone number for Oyster Bay is (516) 624-6350.

Very truly yours,

The Board of Directors of the Peninsula Golf Club

Local Artists Invited To Showcase

Best Work At ‘Art In The Park’

Oyster Bay Town

Councilman Steve Labriola invites local artists and artisans to display and sell their hand-crafted goods at a special day of “Art in the Park.” Applications are now available for the event which will be held on Saturday, May 20th at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park & Beach in Oyster Bay.

“Art in the Park offers local artists and artisans an amazing opportunity to showcase their best work for the public and gain local notoriety,” said

Councilman Labriola.

“Art in the Park is certain to attract hundreds of families and seniors as the event also features live music, food trucks and activities for kids.”

Participants must be 18 or older, and display and sell only their original pieces. No commercial or mass-produced items are permitted. Artists must supply their own 10x10 canopy and additional items required for their space. Additional details and associated costs are provided on the

application, available on the Town’s website.

Art in the Park is run by the Town’s Department of Community & Youth Services, Cultural and Performing Arts Division. The event focuses on hand-crafted goods, including ceramics, watercolors, glass, jewelry, wood, leather, sculpture and more. Artist applications available on the Town’s website at www. oysterbaytown.com/capa or by calling (516) 7977932.

Hicksville High School Winterguard Team Placed First In Main Championships

Hicksville High School’s WinterGuard team was crowned champion of the Scholastic AA Group at the Mid-Atlantic Indoor Network Championship that was held at the RWJBarnabas Health Arena in Toms River, New Jersey on April 22–23.

WinterGuard is a judged pageantry performance ensemble that uses a combination of dance, movement, and

equipment such as flags, sabers, and rifles.

The Hicksville team placed first in their division that was comprised of 18 other guards from New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Hicksville Supervisor of Fine Arts Chad Wyman shared, “Our indoor color guard program has grown so much under the leadership of Ms. Smith and her team. This championship

is proof of that. These performers have worked so hard to achieve this and have created something that future groups will look to aspire to.”

The district extends congratulations to the students and Director and Hicksville Elementary music teacher and Alyssa Smith and assistants Carolyn Pinto and Marietta Pirisi.

WINTERGUARD TEAM PLACED FIRST IN MAIN CHAMPIONSHIPSHicksville High School’s WinterGuard team was crowned champion of the Scholastic AA Group at the Mid-Atlantic Indoor Network Championship that was held at the RWJBarnabas Health Arena in Toms River, New Jersey on April 22–23. Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools

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Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Laura Maier announce a new opportunity for residents interested in helping protect the environment and keep waterways clean. The Town recently joined with local environmental groups to unveil new floating litter trap technology – known as Collec’Thor – at Tappen Marina, and is seeking volunteers to assist in the equipment’s operation this spring and summer.

“These Collec’Thors, which were among the first of their kind to be installed in the United States and the first in New York State, assist in our ongoing commitment to protect our ecosystem and improve water quality by removing debris,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We thank all of the local environmental organizations who assisted the Town in deploying this environmental technology, which collects up to 220 pounds of floating debris in just one cycle.”

The Collec’Thor is a silent, motorized waste collector which attracts and engulfs all solid or liquid waste floating on the water surface. The Collec’Thor project has been a collaborative effort between the Town and the Cornell Cooperative

Extension of Suffolk County (CCE) Marine Program, as well as local environmental groups whose shared mission is to protect waterways. This year, when the Collec’Thor returns to local north shore waterways in April, CCE is seeking assistance from local volunteers looking to get involved in helping their environment.

“This is a great opportunity for high school and college students – as well as adults – to give back to our environment and serve as ‘Citizen Scientists’ in the collection of data,” said Councilwoman Maier. “There are also potential science projects, internships and analysis opportunities, as well as educational field trip opportunities, related to the Collec’Thor and how to protect from marine pollution.”

Specifically, CCE is conducting a study to measure how much debris is gathered by the Collec’Thor and determine what specific trash is found floating in the marina. All volunteers will receive a certificate acknowledging their efforts in making a difference in their community and protecting the environment. The Town currently has two Collec’Thor traps which are installed at Harry Tappen Marina in Glenwood

Landing throughout the spring and summer. Oyster Bay was selected by CCE to receive the floating debris collector through a grant program awarded by the Long Island Sound Futures Fund through the National Fish and Wildlife Fund, and is monitored and operated in partnership with Friends of the Bay, The Waterfront Center, the Oyster Bay/Cold Spring Harbor Protection Committee, and Oyster Bay High School.

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ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Laura Maier announce a new opportunity for residents interested in helping protect the environment and keep waterways clean. The Town recently joined with local environmental groups to unveil new floating litter trap technology – known as Collec’Thor – at Tappen Marina, and is seeking volunteers to assist in the equipment’s operation this spring and summer. Last summer, Town Councilwoman Laura Maier, Cornel Cooperative Extension Executive Director Vanessa Lockel, Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Town Clerk Rich LaMarca, Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh and Town Councilman Lou Imbroto unveiled the high-tech Collec’Thor at Tappen Marina.

Getting To Know Iavarone

Iavarone Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria is owned and operated by the Iavarone Family. They have been in business for generations since 1927. They are a casual, family friendly restaurant serving pizzas, classic pasta dishes and desserts prepared in-house. They also have an extensive wine list to pair perfectly with your meal. They offer in-house party packages to cater your next event for groups of 20 or more.

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Don’t Miss: Some popular menu items include the Jumbo Shrimp Your Way, the Mediterranean Branzino and the Zucchini “Linguine” Primavera.

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Her Songs Broke Every Record, Her Story Broke Every Barrier

She was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot through the stars from gospel choir to dance floor diva. What the world didn’t know was how Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the icon of an era and the inspiration for every music diva who followed. With a score featuring more than 20 of Summer’s classic hits including “Love to Love You Baby,” “Bad Girls” and “Hot Stuff,” this electric experience is a moving tribute to the voice of a generation. JUNE

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