Hempstead, NY News & Events

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, June 9

Noontime Concert: Risky Business

Jun10

Live outdoor musical performance by Risky Business, held in Field #1 (enter off of Merrick Avenue at the Northwell Health Ice Center), weather permitting

Where

Eisenhower Park

1899 Hempstead Tpke.

East Meadow, NY

Phone

516-572-0200

Price

free

Website

nassaucountyny.gov/1767/Parks-Recreation-Museums

Senior Afternoon Concert: Amber Ferrari and Debra Toscano

Jun11

Live outdoor musical performance by Amber Ferrari and Debra Toscano, held at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Field #6, weather permitting

Where

Eisenhower Park

1899 Hempstead Tpke.

East Meadow, NY

Phone

516-572-0200

Price

free

Website

nassaucountyny.gov/1767/Parks-Recreation-Museums

Evening Book Discussion: Heartwood

Jun11

Discussion of the novel "Heartwood" by Amity Gaige, held in-person and on Zoom (register for a link starting May 28)

Where

Elmont Memorial Library

700 Hempstead Tpke.

Elmont, NY

Phone

516-354-5280

Price

free

Website

elmontlibrary.org

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