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BALDWIN GUIDE
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January Courtesy NASA
Jasmin Moghbeli, of Baldwin, graduated from NASA’s Artemis program Jan. 10, 2020.
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Brookside Elementary School students and families held up signs to greet their teachers on April 6 as part of a car parade.
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Baldwin Civic Association members and elected officials joined Baldwinite George Pittas, center, in cutting the ribbon and unveiling the Baldwin Community’s Garden new gazebo and brick walkway in June as part of Pittas’s Eagle Scout project.
ong Island is home to 173 hamlets, 37 of which are in the Town of Hempstead. Baldwin may seem like one of many when looking at sheer numbers, but the close-knit nature of the community is what separates Baldwin from its counterparts. Driving west on Sunrise Highway brings residents of neighboring communities from Freeport to Rockville Centre before they even notice the Long Island Rail Road station, built in 1868 tucked, alongside the highway. A quick turn north onto Grand Avenue reveals Wick’s Florist, Fruitera and Greenhouse, a family operation that has beautified Baldwin since 1927. Heading farther north brings travelers to the Baldwin Historical Museum, which has dedicated nearly 50 years to preserving the history of Baldwin while encouraging and engaging the community. Driving up Grand Avenue, expect to be met with school buses transporting students to and from Baldwin High School, which educates thousands of students every year. In March, the original expectations of students, teachers, faculty members and families for the 2019-2020 school year were uprooted when the Covid-19 pandemic escalated and classes shifted online. The Baldwin School District adapted to this new platform and method of learning to best continue their students’ education. The Baldwin community quickly got involved and provided support through many community, volunteer and individual initiatives. The Milburn Creek borders the majority of the eastern side of Baldwin and shares the Milburn Creek Park with Freeport. An area rich with history now serves as a place for Baldwin residents and surrounding community members to relax by the Milburn Pond. For half of 2020, park goers maintained social distancing and followed state health guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic in an effort to appreciate the flora and fauna Baldwin has to offer. Baldwin may not be the epicenter of attention, but the people who live here can attest that the community is strong and continually growing. Between volunteer opportunities and various hamlet happenings, Baldwin is a supportive community to call home.
