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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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February’s Birthstone: Amethyst

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, Inc. of East Meadow, NY Happy birthday to all of you born in February! Here are 16 facts about February’s official gemstone, the amethyst. ...

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5 Things to Know Before Buying a Diamond

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, Inc. of East Meadow, NY Planning on buying a diamond for a loved one this Valentine’s Day? This can be an intimidating task if you don’t know ...

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Valentine’s Day Gifts of the Rich and Famous

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, Inc. of East Meadow, NY For celebrities, sports athletes, captains of industry, and others among the rich and famous, gift giving is on a whole...

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Exhibition - Tom Friedman

from:Luhring Augustine

Friedman is known for his meticulously crafted sculptures and works on paper that inhabit the intersections between the ordinary and the monstrous, the infinitesimal and the...

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Performance - Rutherford and Son

from:Mint Theater Company

By Githa SowerbyDirected By Richard CorleyJohn Rutherford rules home and business with an iron fist, a tyrant who inspires fear in his workers and hatred in his grown children....

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Exhibition - Shirin Neshat

from:Gladstone Gallery

Gladstone Gallery is pleased to announce our fifth exhibition with Shirin Neshat. In her upcoming project, Neshat will present a new series of photographs and a video...

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Exhibition - Rather Unique

from:Woodward Gallery

A Group Show Curated by Royce Bannon.New for 2012, Woodward Gallery invites Harlem-based street Artist Royce Bannon as their first-ever guest curator for an exhibition with rather...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in East Meadow, New York with AmericanTowns East Meadow Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Nassau County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your East Meadow organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in East Meadow is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around East Meadow

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the East Meadow area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts New York’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in East Meadow in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in New York  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk...

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Exhibition - Joel Sternfeld

from:Luhring Augustine

Luhring Augustine is pleased to present First Pictures by Joel Sternfeld. This exhibition is comprised of four distinct bodies of work made between 1971 and 1980, the majority of...

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An Invitation to our East Meadow Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about East Meadow, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Exhibition - Soto: Paris And Beyond, 1950–1970

from:Grey Art Gallery

Comprised of some 50 works, Soto: Paris and Beyond, 1950–1970 is the first largescale exhibition dedicated to this major Venezuelan artist to be held at a New York institution...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in New York

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a New York Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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Exhibition - Make Art in Public

from:Children's Museum Of The Arts

The Children’s Museum of the Arts is proud to present the exhibition Make Art (In) Public, a survey of art in the public realm. As the inaugural show in CMA’s new, larger...

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Exhibition - Thomas Lyon Mills: The Catacombs

from:Luise Ross Gallery

Thomas Lyon Mills creates imagery on the boundary between visible and invisible worlds, where time is malleable and reality flexible. The resulting works on paper are meticulous...

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December Gemstones: Turquoise, Tanzanite and Zircon

Happy birthday to those born in December! While most months have only one special birthstone, December babies have three to choose from. According to the American Gem Society, the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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East Meadow Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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The Power of a Single Vote - East Meadow Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local East Meadow elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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In Jewelry: A Collection of the Hottest Jewelry News

By Empire Pawn of Nassau What’s new in the world of jewelry? Here are hot news items culled from various fashion, entertainment and jewelry sources from around the...

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Exploring the Jewelry of Colonial America

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, Inc. With Thanksgiving a few weeks away, we thought it was a good time to go back in time and explore the jewelry styles that were popular with...

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Mount Kisco Public Library November Artist of the Month Exhibit

Artist Bio: Marion Kucerak (November 2-November 29) Art Exhibit Opening Reception Saturday, November 5, 1:30-3:45pm Marion began painting at a young age. Her...

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Mount Kisco Public Library November Artist of the Month Exhibit

Artist Bio: Marion Kucerak (November 2-November 29) Art Exhibit Opening Reception Saturday, November 5, 1:30-3:45pm Marion began painting at a young age. Her...

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Halloween Parade

from:Bellmore Chamber Of Commerce

WITCHES  GOBLINS  and GHOSTS OH MY!!   On Saturday, October 29th, The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores will host the Annual Halloween Parade and...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for New York NY

New York Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in New York. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in East Meadow and across the country. With...

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Find New York Corn Mazes - Get lost in a New York haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a New York corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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The Healing Power of Gemstones and Crystals

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, Inc. Throughout history, gemstones and crystals have been valued for more than just their aesthetic beauty. Since ancient times, kings, queens,...

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First Wives’ Jewelry Club — Tastes and Trends of Presidential Spouses

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, Inc With First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis back in the news with a never before released interview and new book, Jacqueline Kennedy: Historic...

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Bellmore Presbyterian Church Youth Group 2011- 2012

Youth Group advisors, Teri DeVito & Christine Bogle Austein, will continue to offer activities this school year for children in grades 5, 6, 7, and 8.  Regular...

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W. T. Clarke Middle School Named 2011 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

from:East Meadow High School

Congratulations to W. T. Clarke Middle School in the East Meadow Union Free School District for being named a 2011 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education....

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Gemstone of the Month: The Opal for October

By Empire Pawn of Nassau, East Meadow, NY The opal is the birthstone for October and the astrological Zodiac sign of Libra. Coined the “queen of the gems” by ...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for New York NY

We have the best New York apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of New York. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in...

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September 11th Memorials - 10th Anniversary Events and Memorials in East Meadow

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, and while it is a day that recalls great devastation and loss, it is ...

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Gemstone of the Month: The Blue Sapphire

By Empire Pawn of Nassau Inc. September babies, do you know your birthstone? Probably, since you’re a Virgo and known to be detail-oriented. It’s the blue sapphire,...

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Top 10 Jewelry Looks for Fall 2011

By Empire Pawn of Nassau  Fall is always a fun and exciting time for fashion. So what kind of pieces are showing up on the runways of New York, London, Milan and...

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Back to School for Merrick - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Merrick! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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Back to School for Uniondale - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Uniondale! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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5.9 Earthquake felt in East Meadow, centered in Virginia

A rare 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit northwest Virginia sending shock waves throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area that were felt as far north as New York City and...

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US Postal Service closure of East Meadow post office details and information

Nearly 3,700 post offices could shut down starting as early as January, U.S. Post Master General Patrick Donahoe announced Tuesday. The proposal follows record-breaking profit...

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Bellmore Presbyterian Honors Veterans

Bellmore Presbyterian Church held a  Memorial Day Service.  The front courtyard between the church and the chapel held crosses with veterans names printed on them. ...

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Liz Taylor’s Jewels: A Hollywood Queen’s Collection

Looks like Marilyn wasn’t the only Hollywood icon fond of diamonds and jewels. The late, great Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry collection will be up for auction in April at...

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Make a difference in East Meadow! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the East Meadow area and around...

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Annual Easter Parade

from:Bellmore Chamber Of Commerce

The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores will sponsor the Annual "Easter Parade with the Easter Bunny" on Saturday, April 16th. Children will assemble at 11:30 a.m. at...

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Bellmore Family Street Festival 2011

from:Bellmore Chamber Of Commerce

The 25th Annual Bellmore Family Street Festival Please join us as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Annual Bellmore Family Street Festival on Saturday and Sunday September...

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Real Estate Agents: Be the Local Expert for East Meadow