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The Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts in Syosset will debut a new song and dance show, "Big Shot," featuring the music of Billy Joel on June 9.

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Everly & Co. Boutique opened in Babylon in the former Ohh La La space. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

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Students at Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts rehearse "Big Shot," a musical set to Billy Joel's songs. NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano reports.

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