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Another pop music chapter seems to be closing out as The Monkees surviving members Michael Nesmith and Micky Dolenz are wrapping up a Farewell Tour whose first leg was completed back in 2019 before COVID-19 shut all live music touring down. Dolenz chats with Long Island Weekly's Dave Gil de Rubio about the current tour, being a Monkee and his love for Benjamin Gibbard's songwriting talents.
Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest • Open to all middle school students in the 6th, 7th and 8th Grades • Public, private, parochial or home school • Students must draft a 300–400-word typewritten essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief • This year’s theme is “How Can I be a Good American” • Students must submit their essay and 2021-22 Patriot’s Pen Entry Form to their nearest local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post by…...
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Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest • Open to all middle school students in the 6th, 7th and 8th Grades • Public, private, parochial or home school • Students must draft a 300–400-word typewritten essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief • Thi...
Piano Soloist Maxim Lando to perform Tchaikovsky’s Glorious Piano Concerto #1 The Massapequa Philharmonic will be kicking off its 2021-22 season under the direction of music director David Bernard with “Triumphant Tchaikovsky”—an All-Tchaikovsky program designed to celebrate the return to full symphonic concerts to Long Island audiences on Oct. 24. This features the renowned pianist Maxim Lando as soloist in Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No....
https://longislandweekly.com/massapequa-philharmonic-presents-triumphant-tchaikovsky/
Piano Soloist Maxim Lando to perform Tchaikovsky’s Glorious Piano Concerto #1 The Massapequa Philharmonic will be kicking off its 2021-22 season under the direction of music director David Bernard with “Triumphant Tchaikovsky”—an All-Tchaikovsky program designed to celebrate the return to fu...
If you’re searching for a dining experience with a menu packed full of healthy choices, look no further than one of the newer venues, True Food Kitchen, located at the west side entrance of Roosevelt Field Mall. This healthy, but casual dining experience opened a year ago under pandemic conditions, in the space that used to be occupied by Bobby Flay’s Burger Palace....
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If you’re searching for a dining experience with a menu packed full of healthy choices, look no further than one of the newer venues, True Food Kitchen, located at the west side entrance of Roosevelt Field Mall. This healthy, but casual dining experience opened a year ago under pandemic conditions...
As we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s now more important than ever for people to prepare for their health insurance open enrollment period and select a health plan that’s best for them and their families. Starting just a couple of weeks ago, many employers have set aside a two- to three-week period when employees can select health benefits for the following year....
https://longislandweekly.com/uhc-open-enrollment/
As we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s now more important than ever for people to prepare for their health insurance open enrollment period and select a health plan that’s best for them and their families. Starting just a couple of weeks ago, many employers have set aside a two- to three-wee...
For more than 147 years, the Garden City Hotel has continuously delivered exceptional service and style. It’s a landmark and an iconic retreat beloved for its timeless elegance, modern-day comfort, its hospitality and of course, first-class culinary offerings. Legendary Chef David Burke presently anchors the hotel’s dining experience with Red Salt Room and the King Bar. “Himalayan salt is the inspiration for the Red Salt Room,” Burke said....
https://longislandweekly.com/red-salt-room-burke/
For more than 147 years, the Garden City Hotel has continuously delivered exceptional service and style. It’s a landmark and an iconic retreat beloved for its timeless elegance, modern-day comfort, its hospitality and of course, first-class culinary offerings. Legendary Chef David Burke presently ...
With dreams of a better life for themselves and their families, Polish immigrants began arriving in Port Washington in the 1870s, most of them coming through Ellis Island. Sailing into New York Harbor, they got their first glimpse of the Statue of Liberty and envisioned what it signified, a new life in a new land, the opportunity to better their lives and those of their children....
https://longislandweekly.com/gold-coast-rich-in-slavic-heritage/
With dreams of a better life for themselves and their families, Polish immigrants began arriving in Port Washington in the 1870s, most of them coming through Ellis Island. Sailing into New York Harbor, they got their first glimpse of the Statue of Liberty and envisioned what it signified, a new life...
On Sunday, Oct. 10, dozens of members of Rolling Thunder New York Chapter 6, led by Chapter President William Byrne, assembled at the Marine Corps League in Massapequa for the 6th Annual Motorcycle Run for PTSD Awareness. Opening ceremonies were held at noon in the rain. Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Thomas Hand, always on board and ready to assist Rolling Thunder, joined with Legislator Laura Schaefer to formally honor Byrne and his Rolling Thunder members for all of the veteran advocacy work being done....
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On Sunday, Oct. 10, dozens of members of Rolling Thunder New York Chapter 6, led by Chapter President William Byrne, assembled at the Marine Corps League in Massapequa for the 6th Annual Motorcycle Run for PTSD Awareness. Opening ceremonies were held at noon in the rain. Town of Oyster Bay Superviso...
Last week Timothy Schell of Schellshock Paranormal Investigations and Removals, based on Long Island, along with some of his research team, Chris Nuara and SaraMarie Koppleman, were invited to the Milleridge Inn in Jericho to do a baseline investigation of claims of spirits and unexplained phenomena. Some of the claims date back decades and some have substantial evidence. Over the course of decades, guests and staff of Milleridge Inn have claimed to have witnessed unexplained phenomena like doors closing, baby cradles swaying, chairs rocking, full apparitions manifesting, phantom touches and many other paranormal activity....
https://longislandweekly.com/schellshock/
Last week Timothy Schell of Schellshock Paranormal Investigations and Removals, based on Long Island, along with some of his research team, Chris Nuara and SaraMarie Koppleman, were invited to the Milleridge Inn in Jericho to do a baseline investigation of claims of spirits and unexplained phenomena...
Hyundai Motor America has become a Founding Partner of UBS Arena and will be the official non-luxury import vehicle of both the venue and the New York Islanders. As part of the partnership, Hyundai will sponsor one of the premier premium spaces in the venue. The Hyundai Club will bring the ultimate New York Islanders sports bar directly to Islanders fans’ live hockey experience....
https://longislandweekly.com/hyundai-at-ubs/
Hyundai Motor America has become a Founding Partner of UBS Arena and will be the official non-luxury import vehicle of both the venue and the New York Islanders. As part of the partnership, Hyundai will sponsor one of the premier premium spaces in the venue. The Hyundai Club will bring the ultimate....
Here are some of the vents happening in the Long Island Weekly coverage area. Wednesday, October 20 Sir Duke: Tribute to Stevie Wonder At 7:30 at the Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Description: “Formed in the summer of 2013, Sir Duke quickly became an instant hit as New York’s ultimate Stevie Wonder tribute band. Fronted by the electrifying and world-famous vocalist, Tom Bowes (formerly of Tower of Power and Blood, Sweat & Tears), Sir Duke lifts the level of the tribute band genre to something riveting and absolutely unforgettable....
https://longislandweekly.com/calendar-of-events-from-october-20-to-october-30/
Here are some of the vents happening in the Long Island Weekly coverage area. Wednesday, October 20 Sir Duke: Tribute to Stevie Wonder At 7:30 at the Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Description: “Formed in the summer of 2013, Sir Duke quickly became an instant hit as New Yo...
Levittown director Michael Scully teams with daughter for first full-length film. He lays it all out with Long Island Weekly's Dave Gil de Rubio and talks about working with family, fulfilling his dream and the inspiration he got from fellow filmmaker Robert Rodriguez
Levittown director teams with daughter for first full-length When Michael Scully first read director Robert Rodriguez’s memoir Rebel Without a Crew, it inspired the then-43-year-old Levittown resident to give himself until he was 45 to make his first full-length feature film. It took his daughter ...
For two years now the COVID pandemic has put a halt to our weddings, showers, office parties, birthdays and so many more would-be memorable celebrations. Catering halls, restaurants and party venues across the country were closed entirely, losing billions in revenue while the nation reeled from uncertainty. We are social by nature. It has only been in the recent couple of months that we have felt safe and confident to return to normal gatherings and events that we once took for granted....
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The pandemic may have understandably been disruptive for numerous small businesses, but for brothers David and Danny Antin, they’ve managed to somehow navigate the understandably treacherous economic times. The siblings speak with Long Island Weekly's Dave Gil de Rubio about celebrating the one-year anniversary of their Massapequa location, bringing another partner aboard and bringing Danny's Chinese Kitchen to Syosset and Oceanside.
Danny’s Chinese Kitchen adds Oceanside to Massapequa and Bellmore locations The pandemic may have understandably been disruptive for numerous small businesses, but for brothers David and Danny Antin, they’ve managed to somehow navigate the understandably treacherous economic times. The sibling r...
A dining experience at Limani in Roslyn will top your all-time favorites on Long Island. Its upscale fan-base definitely has this one right. You will instantly feel the elegance at Limani, transporting your senses to an air of freshness and Mediterranean tranquility. Opt for a table at the newly created outdoor patio, which is one of the most sought after seating reservations since its opening several months ago....
https://longislandweekly.com/limani-an-upscale-seafood-experience/
DeSena Has the Personal Attributes to be Supervisor
https://longislandweekly.com/desena-has-the-personal-attributes-to-be-supervisor/
We are writing today to publicly recognize the extraordinary love, compassion, and friendship our family and our family foundation, The Actus Foundation, has received from candidate for Town of North Hempstead supervisor, Jennifer DeSena. This is not an endorsement for office, as our foundation hold...
Faith and spiritual inspiration has fueled John Legend throughout his life and career. Coming out of the pandemic with his recent album Bigger Love, the Ohio native is looking to use love (and a stellar 11-piece band) to hopefully provide a musical balm for fans looking to move on in a post COVID-19 world. Legend talks with Long Island Weekly's Dave Gil de Rubio about quarantine life, the new album and working with Raphael Saadiq and Gary Clark Jr.
Spiritual inspiration fuels John Legend’s creative engine. Signs of faith abound throughout the career of this great-grandson of a preacher. It’s in the title of his 2004 debut (Get Lifted), his portraying the title role in the 2018 NBC adaptation of the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar or indu...
Music is deeply ingrained in John Legend's creative DNA. The son of a choir director shares with Long Island Weekly's Dave Gil de Rubio his favorite piano-playing vocalists.
To say music runs deep in John Legend’s soul is an understatement. The son of a choir director and grandson of an organist, he spent his youth in and around church and choir rehearsal and started playing piano at the tender age of four. With his earliest memories steeped in being in church, he adm...
With football officially back its time to start thinking about your Sunday plans. Whether it’s hosting a watch party or cracking a few before heading into the big game, it’s time to vamp up the cooler with something new. SipMARGS is your fresh, new and fun canned cocktail that will become a Sunday staple. “During the pandemic, I realized that there were no real quality options on the market,” said sipMARGS co-founder Joey Angelo....
https://longislandweekly.com/sipmargs/
With football officially back its time to start thinking about your Sunday plans. Whether it’s hosting a watch party or cracking a few before heading into the big game, it’s time to vamp up the cooler with something new. SipMARGS is your fresh, new and fun canned cocktail that will become a Sund...
Calendar of Events From October 5 to October 17
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Here are some of the events happening in the Long Island Weekly coverage area. Tuesday, October 5 An Evening With Jorma Kaukonen Hosted at 7:30 p.m. by the Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St, Port Washington. Description: “A member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a Grammy recipient, Jorma Ka...
The Islamic Center of Long Island is at 835 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury.
The Islamic Center of Long Island is at 835 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury.
Hicks Nurseries Welcomes the Season
https://longislandweekly.com/hicks-nurseries-welcomes-the-season/
Family entertainment and fall food favorites through October 31 Hicks Nurseries, Long Island’s largest garden center, is celebrating the arrival of autumn with all that fall has to offer for a fun, safe and free family experience. The garden center will be fully stocked with fall and Halloween dé...
TOBAY Beach to Host Large Car Show on October 3
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Free concert and free admission What is being billed as Long Island’s premier car show will take place on Sunday, Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at TOBAY Beach (rain date is Oct. 10). The Town of Oyster Bay The Supervisor’s TOBAY Beach Classic will be co-sponsored by Car Show Long Island and […...
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