Freeport, NY News & Events

Check out Freeport restaurants, events, weather, high school sports and more Nassau County news.

'The cavalry is coming': Bruce Springsteen announces 20-show tour that includes LI

Springsteen said in a video announcing the tour, which ends on May 27, that it is a "celebration and defense of America."

Santana, Doobie Brothers to share Jones Beach stage this summer

Black History MonthHarlem Globetrotters celebrate 100 years of basketball magic at LI arena

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Upcoming Events

Wednesday, February 18

Art Alcove: Marcia Odle-McNair

Feb19

Artwork by artist, author and educator Marcia Odle-McNair will be on display, reception will be held 6:30-8 p.m. on Feb. 5

Where

Freeport Recreation Center

130 E. Merrick Rd.

Freeport, NY

Phone

516-223-2522

Price

free

Website

MLK Portrait Project

Feb19

Large-scale mosaic portraits of prominent figures in the Civil Rights Movement created by Long Island high school students will be on display, presented by East End Arts, opening reception will be held 5-7 p.m. on Feb. 6

Where

Floyd Memorial Library

539 1st St.

Greenport, NY

Phone

631-477-0660

Price

free

Website

floydmemoriallibrary.org

Classical Music Talk: George Gershwin

Feb21

George Gershwin redefined American music by fusing the sophistication of classical forms with the vibrant energy of jazz and blues, creating enduring masterpieces like Rhapsody in Blue. His unique blend captured the American spirit and remains a cornerstone of the Great American Songbook

Where

Freeport Memorial Library

,

Phone

516-379-3274

Price

free

Website

freeportlibrary.com

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