Merrick, NY News & Events

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Upcoming Events

Sunday, September 20

We the People Lecture Series: Understanding Congress

Sep21

This lecture will analyze the vision of the legislative branch by the Founding Fathers and the decreasing congressional relevance ever since, register

Where

Freeport Memorial Library

144 W. Merrick Rd.

Freeport, NY

Phone

516-379-3274

Price

free

Website

freeportlibrary.info

Noontime Concert: The Tercels

Sep23

Live outdoor musical performance by The Tercels, held in Field #1 (enter off of Merrick Avenue at the Northwell Health Ice Center), weather permitting

Where

Eisenhower Park

1899 Hempstead Tpke.

East Meadow, NY

Phone

516-572-0200

Price

free

Website

nassaucountyny.gov/1767/Parks-Recreation-Museums

Uncommon Tunes: Theremin

Sep23

Dorit Chrysler of the New York Theremin Society will explore the history of one of the world's first electronic musical instruments, discover how its otherworldly sound has shaped music, film and popular culture

Where

Merrick Library

2279 Merrick Ave.

Merrick, NY

Phone

516-377-6112

Price

free

Website

merricklibrary.org

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