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Upcoming Events

Open Mic Night at West

Oct2

Perform 5 minutes of standup comedy, play an instrument, sing or recite poetry, for ages 18 and older, register

Where

Long Beach Public Library - West End Branch

903 W. Beech St.

Long Beach, NY

Phone

516-432-2704

Price

free

Car Show Long Island

Oct5

Automobiles, trucks, military vehicles and emergency service vehicles on display, featuring live music and trophy presentations

Where

Tobay Beach

Ocean Pkwy.

Massapequa, NY

Phone

516-797-4121

Price

free

Narcan Training

Oct7

Learn how to use the life-saving overdose prevention drug Narcan, attendees will receive a Narcan kit, register

Where

Island Park Public Library

176 Long Beach Rd.

Island Park, NY

Phone

516-432-0122

Price

free

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