Merrick, NY News & Events

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Upcoming Events

Sunday, June 21

Patient Navigator Program

Jun23

New York State Patient Navigators will help residents find affordable health care through New York State of Health Marketplace, answer insurance-related questions, provide guidance and make referrals

Where

Freeport Memorial Library

144 W. Merrick Rd.

Freeport, NY

Phone

516-379-3274

Price

free

Website

freeportlibrary.info

Ask a Lawyer

Jun23

Meet with a local attorney and get answers to a variety of legal questions, as well as general information and referrals

Where

Freeport Memorial Library

144 W. Merrick Rd.

Freeport, NY

Phone

516-379-3274

Price

free

Website

freeportlibrary.info

Noontime Concert: Bob Damato

Jun24

Live outdoor musical performance by Bob Damato, 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

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