Hempstead Town Notebook: Car Seat Safety, Senior Summer Program

Town to Hold Car Seat Safety Inspections

This summer, through Oct. 6, the Child Car Seat Safety Inspection Program schedule will be expanded, with events being held across Hempstead Town. Upcoming Child Safety Seat inspection events include:

• June 15-16: Rath Park, 849 Fenworth Blvd., Franklin Square.
• June 22-23: Forest City Community Park, 3099 Morgan Drive, Wantagh.
• June 29-30: Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville.
• July 6 and 9: Echo Park, 399 Nassau Blvd., West Hempstead.
• July 13-14: Shell Creek Park, 30 Vanderbilt Ave. and Traymore Blvd., Island Park.
• July 20-21: Hendrickson Park, West Merrick Road, Valley Stream.
• July 27-28: Salisbury Park Drive Ballfields, 2330 Salisbury Park Drive, Westbury.
• Aug. 3-4: Oceanside Park, 3800 Mahlon Brower Drive, Oceanside.
• Aug. 10 and 13: Newbridge Road Park, 2600 Newbridge Road, Bellmore.
• Aug. 17-18: Elmont Road Park, 755 Elmont Road, Elmont.
• Aug. 24: Hempstead Town Public Safety Entrance, 200 N. Franklin St., Hempstead.
• Aug. 25: Roosevelt Pool, 14 Harts Ave., Roosevelt.
• Aug. 31 and Sept. 1: West Marina, Lido Blvd., Point Lookout.
• Sept. 7-8: Speno Park, 745 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow.
• Sept. 14-15: Centennial Hall, 29 Tulip Avenue, Floral Park.
• Sept. 21 and 25: Rock Hall Museum, 199 Broadway, Lawrence.
• Sept. 28-29: Harold Walker Park, 1085 Woodfield Road, Lakeview.
• Oct. 5-6: Seamans Neck Park, 2700 South Seamans Neck Road, Seaford.

To schedule an appointment, call (516) 538-1900, extension 217, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or visit www.TOH.LI.

Town's Independence Beach Party Scheduled

The legendary rock 'n' roll group Blood, Sweat and Tears will headline the Town of Hempstead's Independence Celebration on Saturday, June 25, at 7:30 p.m., at Point Lookout Beach.

The celebration will begin with a tribute to several military veterans who have distinguished themselves in service to their country and their community. Following the veteran's tribute and concert, Bay Fireworks will brighten the night sky with a fireworks display.

Spectators will enjoy viewing the classic and vintage automobiles on display from several area car clubs. In addition to the classic cars, there will be an array of military vehicles and armored equipment from the 2nd Marines 25th Battalion of Garden City.

The rain date for the concert and fireworks is Sunday, June 26.

Town Announces Senior Summer Beach Program

The Town of Hempstead has announced its 44th Senior Summer Beach Program. This year's theme is “Lido Lights the Way."

The free 10-week program will begin Monday, June 27, and takes place every weekday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Friday, Sept. 2. The Senior Summer Beach Program will feature a series of special concerts, dance shows and other forms of live entertainment, as well as arts and crafts, dancing, shuffleboard, bocce, and leather crafting.

All town residents who are 60 years of age and over can attend the Senior Summer Beach Program. Beach passes, which entitle seniors to either free bus transportation from designated pick-up stations on appointed days or free parking on any weekday, have already been mailed. It is suggested that seniors bring their own lunches; however, a refreshment counter will be open where snacks and beverages can be purchased.

For additional information about this wonderful program, you can contact the Department of Senior Enrichment at 485-8100.