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Childcare costs can rival college tuition on Long Island, forcing some parents to cut work hours or leave the workforce. Yet providers say staffing, rent and regulations leave them with thin margins.

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Upcoming Events

Pride! Our Story: Past, Present, Future

Jun10

John Daniello will explore the history of the LGBTQ+ movement in the United States, celebrate those who dared to live authentically and fight for lasting change, register

Where

Northport-East Northport Public Library - Northport Building

151 Laurel Ave.

Northport, NY

Phone

631-261-6930

Price

free

Website
nenpl.org

All Booked Up: My Friends

Jun11

Librarian Alexandra Figler will lead a discussion of the novel "My Friends" by Fredrik Backman, register

Where

Northport-East Northport Public Library - Northport Building

151 Laurel Ave.

Northport, NY

Phone

631-261-6930

Price

free

Website
nenpl.org

New York State Citizen Preparedness Training Class

Jun11

The training teaches residents how to plan for protecting themselves in the event of a natural or man-made disaster. Topics include developing a family emergency plan, selecting and stocking emergency supplies, and tools and resources that can help people respond accordingly during the threat of a disaster.

Where

Jamesport Meeting House

159 Main Rd.

Jamesport, NY

Price

free

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