We can never forget the community members whose lives were lost in the 9-11 terrorist attack. Twen ty-one years later, ceremonies continue to be held to recognize those whose lives were cut short on this day of infamy, in cluding many of whom rushed into harm’s way to save countless others, only to pay with the ultimate sacrifice them selves. The Merrick and Bellmore Fire De partments hold 9/11 memorial ceremo nies remembering the victims and first re sponders.MERRICK
– IN MEMORY OF:
• Herman Charles Broghammer, 58 years old, Aon Corp., Tower II
• Ronnie E. Gies, 43 years old, FDNY
• David Joseph Grimner, 51 years old, Marsh & McLennan, Tower II
• Aram Iskenderian, 41 years old, Can tor Fitzgerald, Tower I
• Sean Patrick Lynch, 36 years old, Can tor Fitzgerald, Tower I
• Katherine Marie McGarry-Noack, 30 years old, Telekurs USA, Tower I
• Brian Edward Sweeney, 29 years old, FDNY•John Damien Vaccacio, 30 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower I
• Frank J. Vignola Jr., 44 years old, Can tor Fitzgerald, Tower I
BELLMORE – IN MEMORY OF:
• Lawrence Ira Beck, 38 years old, Can tor Fitzgerald, Tower I
• Gary R. Box, 37 years old, FDNY
• Michael Joseph Cawley, 32 years old, FDNY•Joni Cesta, 37 years old, A.L. Sarnoff Lic, Tower II
• William Esposito, 51 years old, Can tor Fitzgerald, Tower I
• Bruce Henry Gary, 51 years old, FD NY• Manuel D. Mojica Jr., 37 years old, FDNY•Kevin M. Prior, 28 years old, FDNY
• Adam David Rand, 30 years old, FDNY
• Karen Helene Schmidt 42 years old, IQ Financial Systems, Tower II
• Andrew J. Stern, 41 years old, Cantor Fitzgerald, Tower II
• Lonny Jay Stone, 42 years old, Carr Futures, Tower I
• Michael Andrew Tamuccio, 37 years old, Fred Alger Management, Tower I
• Steven Weinberg, 41 years old, Base line Financial Services, Tower II
On Wednesday, September 7, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to increase the maxi mum income eligibility cap for individu als applying to receive the senior citizen and persons with limited incomes and disabilities tax exemptions to $58,400 from the current threshold of $34,400.
For qualifying residents with incomes up to $50,000 annually a 50% tax ex emption can be expected. The percent age of exemption varies by income with incomes from $57,000 to $58,400 receiv ing a 5% tax exemption.
You could be saving hundreds of dol lars off your property taxes! For Nassau County Property Tax Exemption Assis
tance attend an in-person workshop or forum. For further assistance, contact the Nassau County Department of As sessment 516-571-1500 ncasssor@nas
saucountyny.govLegislatorSteve
Rhoads invites all homeowners to attend a property tax exemptions workshop where Depart ment of Assessment staff will be on hand to provide individual assistance to any homeowner who would like to file for their Veterans, Senior Citizen, Cold War Veterans, Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers, or Limited In come Disability exemption on-site. En hanced STAR applications will also be
processed for homeowners already en rolled in the STAR Program prior to Jan uary 2, Homeowners2015. are encouraged to bring copies of their 2021 Federal and State income Tax Forms, Driver’s License, and any other documentation that is re quired prior to attend the workshop. Documentation requirements can be viewed on the application that is avail able on the Department of Assessment gov/3575/Exemption-Forms.webpagehttps://www.nassaucountyny.
Property Tax Exemptions Workshop
Thursday, October 13th 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Bellmore Memorial Public Library 2288 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore
Lower Your Property Taxes Forum
Attend a FREE Taxpayer forum and get details on property tax exemptions. Understand changes to the STAR pro gram. Get answers to property tax ques tions. Learn about convenient billing and payment options. Know your rights as a taxpayer. Taxpayer Forum October 4th at 10:30 a.m. at the Merrick Golf Course Clubhouse located at 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick. Reservations are required and seating is limited. Re serve your seat taxforums@hempstead ny.gov or call 516-414-6598
Congestion Pricing Costs Nassau Commuters $800 a Month
The MTA has released an envi ronmental impact study of the pro posed Congestion Pricing Plan that would affect drivers entering Manhat tan below 60th Street. The analysis sug gests tolls could be as high as $23 dol lars for drivers in cars ($34.50 if they don’t have an EZPASS), and $82 for trucks. For an average driver going to the office 5 days a week, you can expect to pay over $800 a month! These tolls will also affect deliveries, taxis, and ride share vehicles, as well as those who are already paying a bridge or tunnel toll. While the stated goal of the plan is to reduce traffic and fund NYC public transit, in reality, congestion pricing acts as a $1 billion a year commuter tax for suburban drivers who need to travel to New York City for work, medical ap pointments, or various cultural institu tions.Nassau is already one of the highest taxed counties in the nation and with
inflation and gas prices continuing to soar, we do not need this added tax for going to work or visiting the city. LIRR train tickets are also outrageously high, forcing commuters who choose to take the train to pay an exorbitant amount as well, just for living on Long Island.Further, with crime running rampant in the City, commuters don’t feel safe getting on a subway or public transit, and driving has been seen as the only safe alternative to get to work and make a living. Numerous people have been pushed in front of trains, including in acts of Hate Crimes. Incidents on the subway, including the shooting in Sun set Park earlier in the year, have brought the subway’s lack of safety to the fore front. By essentially forcing the use of subways, the MTA is insisting commut ers continually put their lives at risk. Albany lawmakers need to stop mak ing it impossible for residents in the suburbs to survive. We are being taxed out of New York and this commuter tax
is just the latest in Albany’s attack on our way of life. As promised in a recent press conference, Steve Rhoads has a petition on his website to tell the MTA that Congestion Pricing hurts suburban
commuters. Sign Legislator Steve Rhoads' petition and tell the MTA to re think congestion pricing!
mta_pet.phpnassaucountyny.gov/Leg/forms/19/https://app.
NEWS: Remembering 9-11 (page 2); Tax Relief is on the Way for Thousands of Nassau County Residents; Tell the MTA that Congestion Pricing Hurts Suburban Commuters! (page 2); Bellmore Chamber celebrates the grand opening of new Bellmore business member Hemp Smarts Holistic Healing Studio; Merrick Chamber celebrates the grand opening of new business member Hilson Jewelers with a chamber ribbon cuttings. (page 16); John Pinto is sworn in as president of newly reformed Merrick Historical Society; North Bellmore residents Nicole DePascale and Christopher Fitzpatrick mar ried by Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray (page 17)
SCHOOL NEWS:
Merrick Schools Honor Sept. 11 on Patriot Day (page 6); Day One in North Bellmore Filled with Positive Vibes (page 7); Chatterton PTA Hosts Welome Back Picnic (page 9); Bellmore-Merrick Kicks of 2022-23 School Year (page 11); Cel ebrating patriotism and Heroism at martin Avenue; Reinhard Students Ready for the First Day (page 13)
New School Year Tips From a Foot and Ankle Surgeon (page 15)
Entertainment In and Around Town … 35th Annual Bellmore Family Festival coming to Bellmore; Bellmore Friday Night Car Show, Movies and Live Bookings at the Bellmore Movies & Showplace; Fall Harvest Fair at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church; The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze Halloween Spectacu lar; Long Island Monster Gallery; Bellmore Halloween Parade; Merrick Fall Festival coming to town in October; Kaleidoscope Gem & Mineral Show coming to Freeport Recreation Center; Speed Dating & Singles Social Events; Shows Coming to the Paramount; Landmark on Main Street Live events; The Public Library Offers Many Entertainment Options (page 18)
Teachers and staff greeted the children on their first day back to school and kids were happier than ever, free of face masks and ready to learn. One of the many lessons they learned this September was about patriotism and heroism. Students in schools across the Merricks and Bellmores marked September 11 with events that honor the significance of this day in history. From dressing in red, white and blue and pausing for a moment of si lence to honor the many lives that were lost and forever changed, to age appro priate lesson about the events of that day. They watched videos, read stories and learned about the importance of their own power to spread peace.
It’s been twenty-one years since the 9-11 terrorist attack on our country. Both Bellmore and Merrick Fire Depart ments continue to hold 9-11 memorial ceremonies as a reminder and tribute to those whose lives were lost in the 9-11 terrorist at tack. The names of our community members whose lives were cut short on that day of infamy are listed inside. We will never forget!
Tax relief is on the way for thousands of Nassau County residents as the legislature voted unani mously to increase the eligibility cap for individuals that qualify for senior citizen and persons with limit ed incomes and disabilities tax exemptions. Tax workshops and forums are available in our area.
Tell the MTA that you think Congestion Pricing Hurts Suburban Commuters by filling out the peti tion Legislator Steve Rhoads has on his website.
The Jewish High Holidays start with Rosh Ha shanah for the Hebrew year 5783 beginning at sun down on Sunday, September 25, 2022. As with most holidays, there are symbolic foods that are eaten on Rosh Hashanah. In this issue you will find informa tion about the symbolism of foods eaten on Rosh Ha shanah and my own recipe for making a round chal lah. You will also find Yom Kippur Yizkor services that are open to the community.
Many new business have opened in our communi ty and Bellmore and Merrick Chambers of Com merce welcome these new business to the chamber and the community with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Hislon Jewelers has opened in Merrick and Hemp Smarts Holistic Healing Studio has opened in Bell more.Congratulations to newlyweds Nicole DePascale and Christopher Fitzpatrick of North Bell more who were married by Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray in the Town Clerk’s chapel.
John Pinto was recently sworn in as the president of the newly reformed Merrick Historical Society. Congratu lations to John and thank you for tak ing on the responsibilities of maintain ing Merrick’s rich history. Follow the Merrick Historical Society on Facebook!
Looking for some entertainment? Look no further than the section inside called Entertain ment In and Around… where you will find informa tion and websites to keep the entire family enter tained!
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Schools across the Merrick Union Free School District marked Sept. 11 with a series of events that honored this significant day in histo
ry.At Chatterton, students all together stood for a moment of silence, and were read a poem by Principal Dana Bermas.
Stacey Mahoney's fourth grade class read Maira Kalman’s “Fire boat” a story about a boat that battled the roaring flames during 9/11. They discussed how important it was for everyone to come together and work to gether.AtBirch, Sherri Mil levoi and Shauna Mas tellon's third grade class read "America the Beautiful, Together We Stand." Students from Kathy Savino's class completed some patriotic color ing.Sixth grade ELA teachers Andrea Gatto and Danielle Goldspiel also read "Fireboat." Their classes extend ed the learning through a Scope mag azine video about water rescues.
At Lakeside, administration led a Patriot Day ceremony. The entire
Lakeside community gathered around the flagpole as mem bers of our Lakeside Student Council led a moving ceremo ny. Under the direction of Ms. Becchina and Jeffrey Glemos ki, sixth StudentgradeCouncil students in cluding Akash Jaipersaud, Le na Malkin, Thomas Keane, Ben Mills, Sydney Sklar, Rina Gold mark, Noah Warshaw and Noah Brewer led Lakeside learners in the “Pledge of Al legiance” as well as the sing ing of the national anthem.
They called on Lakeside Learners to remember the power each student holds to spread peace and make a dif ference in our world.
Other classes abletheirage-appropriateincorporatedmaterialintolessonsaswellinteachmoments.
Photos courtesy of Merrick Union Free School District
There was a buzz in the air at the five elementary schools in the North Bellmore School District on Sept. 1 as a new year began. More than 2,000 students arrived with great enthusiasm for the year ahead, along with new sneakers and backpacks.
At John G. Dinkelmeyer Elementary School, third graders in Celeste Diogo’s class had some time to catch up while they unpacked and sorted their school supplies. Kindergarten teacher Lauren
LoBello reviewed daily routines with her students and emphasized that she wants them to feel at home in her class room.Sixth graders talked about the exciting activities ahead in their last year of ele mentary school, such as a canoe trip, a volleyball game against the teachers, building bridges out of wooden sticks and a year-end picnic.
Photos courtesy of the North Bellmore School District
Chatterton School’s PTA hosted a welcome back picnic on Sept. 8 on school grounds.
Photos courtesy of the Merrick Union Free School District
Staff welcomed families as a DJ was spinning tunes and students frolicked about the playground and courts. Meals were ordered and prepared ahead of time for families to enjoy dinner at the school as well.
O Sept. 1, students in the C. Mepham High School on Sept. 1.
To mark Patriot Day and memoratecomthe 21st anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, stu dents and theismbraveryhowstudentsElementarytored,SchoolNorththroughoutstafftheBellmoreDistrictworewhiteandblueschoolonSept.9.AtMartinAvenueSchool,learnedmanyactsofandherotookplaceinaftermathofthe
attacks. Children learned how ordinary people can be heroes by doing kind deeds for others. They read a heroes poem and identi
fied words that represent the traits of a hero.
Photos courtesy of the North Bellmore School District
Pgradersthroughre-kindergartnerssecondatCharlesA. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in the Bellmore Public School streamedDistrictthrough the doors prepared for a new year of learning on Sept.Smiles1. shone brightly as many of the students took their first eager steps as young stu dents. They were wel comed by Board of Education President Janet Goller and Vice President Mary anne Kelly, district administrators, in cluding Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph Famularo and Principal Patricia Castine, as well as school staff and their
new teachers. Students spent the day getting to know their peers and teachers as they engaged in a day filled with firstday fun.
Photo courtesy of Bellmore Public School
Rosh Hashanah for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Sunday, Septem ber 25, 2022 and ends at nightfall on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. The words Rosh Hashanah means “head of the year” and is the first of the High Holidays celebrated ten days before YomOneKippur.ofthe many traditions of Rosh Hashanah is centered around the food that is eaten. On Rosh Hashanah meals will traditionally include recipes with the sweetness of honey and apples in the spirit of a happy and healthy new year.Another tradition is to serve a round instead of a long braided challah sym bolizing the never-ending cycle of years and seasons. The spiral layers rep resents hope for upward progression through life’s cycles.
Below is a round challah recipe for Rosh Hashanah. For more recipes from community members, visit Merrick Girls Weekday Recipe Facebook group on line!
3 cups plus 2 tablespoons of all pur pose flour
1 tablespoon quick rise yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg 1 1/4 cups warm water 1/4 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
Egg Wash: 1 egg
1 tablespoon water
Sift flour and dry ingredients into a large bowl. Then add egg and oil. Slowly add the warm water. Kneed the dough until everything is well blended. Form dough into a ball and cover with a small amount, approximately 1/2 teaspoon, of oil so it doesn’t stick. Place dough ball in a large bowl and cover with clear plastic for 2 hours. The dough should double in size.
Put oil on your hands and work sur face so the dough does not stick. Create a loaf shape from the dough and cut in to 2/3 and 1/3 sections. Divide the larg er section into 3 sections and roll out in to thick strips. Braid strips and curl into a circle. Then divide the smaller 1/3 in to 3 sections and roll into thick strips, then braid and curl into a circle. Place smaller curled dough on top of the larg er curled dough.
Place challah formed dough on a tray covered with cooking spray and cover for 45 minutes. Dough should rise to double it’s size. Brush well with egg wash mixture of 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Add your favorite seed top pings or leave plan. Place in preheated 355 degree oven for 30-35 minutes. It’s ready when the top turns golden brown.
Chabad Center for Jewish Life - 2174 Hewlett Ave, Merrick Yizkor Services Wed. Oct 5 at 9:30am and(There11:45amisno charge for any High Holi day services, but reservation are re quired. A donation of $100 per seat is suggested. Visit chabadjewishlife.org to make a reservation and see full sched ule of services.)
Congregation Beth Ohr - 2550 Centre Avenue, Bellmore
Community Yizkor Services Wed. Oc tober 5 at 4pm
Merrick Jewish Centre - 225 Fox Blvd.,CommunityMerrick Yizkor Services: Wed. Oc tober 5 at 4:30pm
Temple Beth Am - 2377 Merrick Ave nue,CommunityMerrick Yizkor Services: Wed. Oc tober 5 at 6pm
Kids’ feet grow and change quickly, which means you’ll likely be shoe shopping this back-to-school sea son. As you head to the store, consider these tips and insights from the Ameri can College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).•Findthe right fit: “Your child’s feet can grow up to two sizes in six months, so you need to account for rapid growth when buying shoes,” says Dr. Michael Coyer, DPM, FACFAS, a foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.Dr.Coyer cautions against the temp tation to buy oversized shoes though, as they can cause the foot to slide forward, putting excessive pressure on the toes. “A good fit is about a finger’s width from the end of the shoe to the tip of the big toe,” he says.
On the other hand, don’t wait too long to replace tight shoes. Tight shoes can cause blisters, corns and calluses on toes, blisters on the back of the heels and ingrown nails, which can become infected. If you notice signs of infection such as pain, redness or fluid draining from the area, schedule an appoint ment with a foot and ankle surgeon, who can perform a simple, safe in-office procedure to remove the affected area of the nail.
• Replace worn-out shoes: Because shoes lose shock absorption over time, wearing worn-out shoes can elevate the risk for heel pain, Achilles tendonitis and even ankle sprains and stress frac tures.“Inspect old shoes and replace any that lack sufficient cushioning and arch support, or have excessive wear to the bottom or around the edges of the sole,” says Dr. Coyer. “When shopping, don’t assume a new pair will offer proper sup port. Check to see that the toe box is wide enough and the shoe doesn’t bend in the middle of the sole.”
• young athletes: “Every new season, we see an increase in ankle injuries
among young athletes,” says Dr. Coyer.
Help prevent sports-related injuries by equipping your child with proper footwear this fall. Start each sports sea son with new shoes and always buy the right shoe for the sport. You can also protect young athletes by never allow ing them to play through foot pain. Foot pain isn’t normal and if it lasts for more than a few days and interferes with nor mal activities, seek medical attention.
• Consider other factors: Children with flat feet need shoes with a wide toe box, maximum arch support and shock absorp tion. The best shoes for flat feet are stiffsoled, lace-up shoes that have enough depth for an orthotic insert, if necessary.
“A common persisting myth is that children will ‘grow out of’ foot prob lems. But foot problems developed in childhood can become more serious if left unaddressed,” says Dr. Coyer. “One of the most important steps you can take to prevent pediatric foot issues is by taking time during the back-toschool season to buy footwear that fits well and offers good support. Further, having your child evaluated by a foot and ankle surgeon member of ACFAS at the first sign of trouble can help reduce the likelihood of worsening problems and help keep your child active.”
For more back-to-school tips, infor mation on foot and ankle health, and to find a foot and ankle surgeon near you, visit FootHealthFacts.org, the patient education website for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
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The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores welcomes new business Hemp Smarts Holistic Healing Studio to the Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Hemp Smarts Holistic Healing is located at 2974 Merrick Rd. in Bellmore. www.hempsmartsny.com
The Merrick Chamber of Commerce welcomes new business Hislon Jewelers to the Chamber with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Town Clerk Kate Murray and Legislator Steve Rhoads presented the new owners with a citation to welcome their new business. Hislon Jewelers is located at 2164 Merrick Rd., Merrick, NY. www.hislonjewelers.com
Congratulations to newlyweds Nicole DePascale and Christopher Fitzpatrick, of North Bellmore who were recently married by Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray in the Town Clerk's chapel.
Assemblyman Dave McDonough swears John Pinto into office as President of the newly reformed Merrick Historical Society. Joining him were Legislator Steve Rhoads and Councilman Christopher Carini.
35th ANNUAL BELLMORE FAMILY FESTIVAL…Come Join the Fun! Carni val, Live Music, Circus, Vendor & Craft Fair! Carnival opening Day is Thursday, September 22 from 6pm -10pm. Con tinuing on Friday, September 23 with carnival and live music 6pm - 11pm; Saturday, September 24 carnival and live music 11am - 11pm; Sunday, Sep tember 25 carnival and live music 11am-9pm. On Saturday 9/24/22 and Sunday 9/25/22 the streets in Bellmore Village will be closed for a vendor fair from 10am - 6pm. Delicious food and treats for every appetite. New this year… look for RC car racing. Entertaining shows for all ages! (Rain Date October 20-23) PRINT COUPONS FOR RIDES and visit bellmorechamber.com for the festival schedule of fun!
cast by the community as the main sus pect. As the case unfolds, the verdict as to what actually happened becomes in creasingly unclear, threatening to reveal the many secrets that lay within the marsh. Movie times: Friday @ 1:00 & 3:40; Saturday @ 7:20 only; Sunday @ 1:30 & 4:15;No shows scheduled on Monday; Tuesday to Thursday @ 1:30, 4:15, 7:30. Movie Special- Midweek $6 before 6pm. Regular week pricing is $10 for Adults and $8 for Seniors and Chil dren. Bargain Day is on Thursday, when it's $6 for any show all day. Please note, the above pricing is not available for any live show or special event.
Live bookings from Friend Entertain ment USA!! at the Bellmore Movies & Showplace.October30th @ 2pm Attention all Fa nilows!! A live tribute to Barry Manilow starring Jay Gates. He looks so much likeNovemberhim!!
5th @ 7:30pm come and enjoy the nation's premier live Journey tribute concert performed by the band SeparateNovemberWays.12th also at 7:30pm we cel ebrate 50 plus years of Woodstock and Creedence Clearwater Revival with The John Fogerty Tribute Project! This one is sure to be toe tapping and memory reviving!!Forticketing
THE LONG ISLAND MONSTER GAL LERY …Long island only art gallery dedicated to horror & halloween cine ma. Two floors of life-sized movie mon sters handmade by artists from around the globe. An immersive gallery featur ing theatrical sets, lighting and soundtracks. The Long Island Monster Gallery is located at 47A Roselle Street, Mineola. Visit website to learn more and book a reservation. longislandmonstergallery.com/https://www.
GEM & MINERAL SHOW On Satur day, October 29 from 10am to 5pm and Sunday October 30 from 10am to 4:30pm, the Kaleidoscope Gem & Min eral Show will be at the Freeport Recre ation Center located at 130 E Merrick Rd in Freeport. The theme of the show is “products produced by mother earth.” The show features dealers selling min erals, gems, jewelry, beads and fossils. Find meteorites from other worlds and fossils from our own. You can personal ly select gems and minerals from around the world and handcrafted sil ver and gold jewelry directly from the artist at great prices. Admission is $5.50 adults, children under 12 with parents are free. All proceeds go to the Freeport Recreation Center to support programs for children and seniors.
SPEED DATING & SINGLES SOCIAL EVENTS visit weekenddating.com for speed dating and single events listed by age group.
BELLMORE FRIDAY NIGHT CAR SHOW… The Friday Night Car Show is from 6-10pm at the Bellmore Train Sta tion Parking Lot on Friday Nights until October 7. There will not be a Friday Night Car Show on September 23.
BELLMORE MOVIES & SHOW PLACE - http://www.bellmoremovie. com/ 222 Pettit Ave Bellmore, NY 11710. September 16-22/2022, at the Bellmore Movies "Where The Crawdads Sing" Rated PG-13, 2 hours 5 minutes. From the best-selling novel comes a captivat ing mystery. Where the Crawdads Sing tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Caroli na. For years, rumors of the "Marsh Girl" haunted Barkley Cove, isolating the sharp and resilient Kya from her community. Drawn to two young men from town, Kya opens herself to a new and startling world; but when one of them is found dead, she is immediately
information for the 3 shows above please call 631-698-9696 and ask for Norman. You can also log onto www.friendentusa.com. All seats are reserved seating.
FALL HARVEST FAIR … Grace Evan gelical Lutheran Church is having their annual Fall Harvest Fair October 15, 2022 from 10am-4pm at 1294 Bellmore Avenue, North Bellmore. Vendors • Raf fles • Baskets • Food • Children’s Activi ties
THE GREAT JACK O’LANTERN BLAZE … Halloween Spectacular! Sep tember 30 -November 6. More than 7,000 hand-cared jack o’lanterns light ing up the night. Stroll the pumpkin trail an see spooky creatures, a tribute to lo cal legendary icons, and dazzling spe cial effects at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration. Advanced tickets required. No tickets sold on site. For tickets www. pumpkinblaze.org.
HALLOWEEN PARADE - The Cham ber of Commerce of the Bellmores will host their annual Halloween Parade in Bellmore Village on October 22, 2022. A parade of children and their parents dressed up in a variety of colorful char acter costumes will march through the town trick-or-treating along the way.The Parade starts promptly at noon in front of the Bellmore Movies and Showplace on Pettit Avenue.
MERRICK FALL FESTIVAL…Friday, October 21 through Sunday October 23. Fall Carnival hours: Friday- 6PM10PM rides only; Saturday 11AM-9PM; and Sunday 11AM-6PM; Fall Street Fair Hours 10AM-6PM at the Merrick Train Station/Merrick Avenue. merrickcham ber.org
THE PARAMOUNT visit website for shows coming to Huntington. Gift Cards can be purchased online and can be re deemed at The Paramount or Spotlight for tickets, drinks/food. visit https:// paramountny.com/
LANDMARK ON MAIN STREET visit website for live entertainment coming to Port Washington markonmainstreet.org/events/https://www.land
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