Merrick, NY News & Events

Check out Merrick 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

Farmer's Market

Feb20

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

Website

Online: Classical Music Talk - George Gershwin

Feb21

Dan Lupo will discuss the life and music of composer George Gershwin, Zoom meeting ID is 876 4390 8500, passcode is 970305

Where

Freeport Memorial Library

144 W. Merrick Rd.

Freeport, NY

Phone

516-379-3274

Price

free

Website

freeportlibrary.info

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