More than 900 LI students received free community college tuition this fall. Here is what 3 had to say.

Books, supplies and other fees are also covered for state residents looking to enter high-demand fields such as cybersecurity, nursing and advanced manufacturing.

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Upcoming Events

Senior Support Circle

Oct3

Lively discussion for seniors on interesting topics, make new friends and share your story, coffee and tea will be served

Where

Freeport Memorial Library

144 W. Merrick Rd.

Freeport, NY

Phone

516-379-3274

Price

free

Farmer's Market

Oct4

Come to themarket to pick up all your favorite farm-fresh fruits & vegetables, and locally-made goods – from produce to flowers, pickles to coffee, savory breads tosweet treats. While there, enjoy games and activities, listen to live music, and take part in market events and programming. Held in parking field 8

Where

Eisenhower Park

Merrick Ave.

East Meadow, NY

Phone

516-832-2591 x 103

Price

free

Magic at Coney

Oct5

Magic show featuring Richard Cohn, Thomas Solomon, Lee Alan Barrett and Gary Dreifus, pizza lunch will be served, register

Where

Temple Beth Am

2377 Merrick Ave.

Merrick, NY

Phone

516-378-3477

Price

$20, $10 ages 12 and younger

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