Learn the Skills, Love the Sport, Swim for Life!

Long Island Swim School

Long Island Swim School is the teaching arm of the nationally ranked Long Island Aquatic Club. Our Learn to Swim programs create strong, safe, and confident swimmers for life. With locations in Garden City and Syosset we train over 2,000 children each week at every swim level from Beginner to Olympian. Long Island Swim School offers swim lessons for children ages 2 - 14years old. The main emphasis of our programs is to teach children to swim correctly and develop essential water skills in a relaxed environment. Our goal driven and technique oriented approach is the key to your child's success. Through skill based quality teaching our students develop a joy for learning and a passion for swimming. At Long Island Swim School, we teach children to swim the same way the best in the world do. By using age-appropriate, proven techniques children build real skills in kick, pull, body position, and breath control. Our logical, consistent progression turns every fundamental—whether blowing bubbles or learning butterfly timing—into a building block for efficient, confident swimming. Our professional staff are swimmers and coaches with the knowledge to give your child the skills to achieve more than just water safety. We provide the best foundation possible for success. Not every child will dream of Olympic glory, but every child should have the foundation to take them there. Whether the end goal is a competitive journey or a recreational one, whether your child competes in 2044 or they are happy playing in their home pool, the skills they learn at Long Island Swim School will take them as far as their dreams allow. Visit our 2 locations: Garden City: 750 F. Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530 ​(516) 378-8467 GCSwimLessons@longislandswimming.com Syosset: 170 Michael Drive, Syosset, NY 11791 ​(516) 378-8467 SYSwimLessons@longislandswimming.com

Nassau County

Melanie Gulbas

New York City Metropolitan Area

Garden City

New York

Long Island Swim School is the teaching arm of the nationally ranked Long Island Aquatic Club. Our Learn to Swim programs create strong, safe, and...

Get Ready for Summer with Brands Cycle & Fitness

Brands Cycle & Fitness

For over seventy years, Brands Cycle &amp; Fitness has been proud to be your resource for all things cycling. Located on Long Island in Wantagh, NY, what started as a department store in 1954 evolved into the bicycle and fitness store we have today. Our staff of 60 to 110 employees (seasonally) wants to make your cycling and home fitness experiences as convenient and enjoyable as possible. Shop with us online, or come down and see us seven days a week. We hope to meet you or see you again soon!

Tom Gambardella

Wantagh-Seaford

For over seventy years, Brands Cycle & Fitness has been proud to be your resource for all things cycling. Located on Long Island in Wantagh, NY,...

Fast, Appointment-Free DMV Processing — Plates Issued On The

Carco DMV Services

Carco DMV Services provides expedited motor vehicle processing for individuals, dealerships, and commercial fleets across Long Island and all 50 states. Skip the long lines, dealing with DMV websites, and delays. Walk into our Huntington or Bellmore office and walk out with plates and registrations in hand — no appointment needed. Our Services Include: • Vehicle registrations &amp; renewals • Title transfers &amp; duplicate titles • Plate issuance &amp; surrenders • In-transit permits • Lien recordings &amp; releases • Out-of-state transactions (all 50 states) • Dealership processing (for new and used dealers) • Fleet &amp; commercial vehicle services We specialize in fast, accurate processing while ensuring full compliance with DMV regulations. Whether you're purchasing a vehicle, managing a dealership, or operating a commercial fleet, our experienced team makes the process simple and stress-free. Serving all Long Island communities and Spanish-speaking assistance available. For more information visit our website, email us, or call us.

Suffolk County

Kepherd Daniel

Huntington

Carco DMV Services provides expedited motor vehicle processing for individuals, dealerships, and commercial fleets across Long Island and all 50...

Protecting Long Island Yards From Mosquitoes & Ticks 

Mosquito Brothers

On Long Island, enjoying your backyard is not always as simple as it should be. With increasing mosquito activity, growing tick concerns, and more awareness surrounding illnesses like Lyme disease, alpha-gal syndrome, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, homeowners in Nassau County and Suffolk County are paying closer attention to what may be hiding in their grass, shrubs, and yard edges. That is where Mosquito Brothers comes in. Mosquito Brothers is a veteran-owned Long Island company specializing in professional mosquito and tick control. Our mission is to help families reclaim their outdoor spaces through dependable service, strong communication, and a higher level of care. Unlike large franchise operations, we take a more personal approach, understanding that every Long Island property has its own challenges, from leaf litter and shaded fence lines to dense shrubs, wooded borders, and other hard-to-reach areas where mosquitoes and ticks frequent most. What helps set Mosquito Brothers apart is our commitment to an Integrated Pest Management approach. Rather than relying on a single method, we use a thoughtful, multi-step approach because one treatment style alone can often fall short on Long Island. As one of the few companies in the region offering more extensive tick control methods, we focus not just on treating a property, but on addressing the conditions that allow these pests to thrive. Using professional-grade products and high-powered equipment, we are able to penetrate the protected areas where mosquitoes and ticks commonly rest and hide. At the center of it all is our Care Factor Promise — a commitment to helping protect the people and four-legged loved ones who matter most through a hassle-free, organized, and reliable experience

Hicksville

On Long Island, enjoying your backyard is not always as simple as it should be. With increasing mosquito activity, growing tick concerns, and more...

Hicksville Public Schools will be closed Tuesday due to the <a href="https://patch.com/new-york/millerplace-rockypoint/storm-track-shifts-what-means-long-island" target="_blank" rel="noopener">predicted blizzard conditions</a>, district officials have announced. From the district's <a href="http://www.hicksvillepublicschools.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>:<blockquote>Due to the anticipated winter weather conditions and in the interest of safety, the Hicksville Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, March 14, 2017.</blockquote><blockquote>Snow accumulations and high winds will make for hazardous travel conditions. In addition to school being closed, please note that there will be no after school or evening activities. </blockquote>File photo

Hicksville Public Schools will be closed Tuesday due to the <a href="https://patch.com/new-york/millerplace-rockypoint/storm-track-shifts-what-means-long-island" target="_blank" rel="noopener">predicted blizzard conditions</a>, district officials have announced.

From the district's <a href="http://www.hicksvillepublicschools.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>:<blockquote>Due to the anticipated winter weather conditions and in the interest of safety, the Hicksville Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, March 14, 2017.</blockquote><blockquote>Snow accumulations and high winds will make for hazardous travel conditions. In addition to school being closed, please note that there will be no after school or evening activities. </blockquote>File photo

Hicksville Public Schools Closed Tuesday

BREAKING: The district announces the decision in light of an approaching snowstorm.

Schools

Levittown

Plainview

East Meadow

Syosset

Farmingdale

Mineola

Bellmore

Massapequa

Levittown Hall

The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is hosting our 5th Annual Sci-Fi Mini Convention at Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville, NY on Saturday, July 18th 2026 from 12pm – 5pm Sponsored by Jovia Financial Credit Union. This event will feature Members of the 501st Legion’s Empire City Garrison, The Rebel Legion’s Echo Base, and the Saber Guild’s Endor Temple in their Star Wars Costumes. We also will be visited by members of the Long Island Ghost Busters! Admission is FREE and there will be games and activities including Blast-A-Trooper, Jedi Training, and meet and greets with media guests.

Event Highlights
Special Guest Appearances!
Featuring Star Wars &amp; Other Cosplay Groups!
Exciting Attractions &amp; Activities!

Special Guests Include:
Catherine Mary Stewart (Actress) – The Last Starfighter, Night of the Comet 
Damian Maffei (Actor) – Strangers 2 : Prey at Night, Haunt, Black Eyed Susan
Sasha Graham (Actress / Author) – Bloodletting, Polymorph &amp; Trivial / Magic of Tarot
Brimstone (Wrestler/Performer) – Producer, Wrestler &amp; Actor
Joe Zaso (Actor/Author) – Virus X, Wolf of Wall Street, Horror Writer
Elizabeth Shepherd (Actress) - Tomb of Ligeia (1964) / Damien: Omen 2 (1978)
Michael Jan Friedman (Author) – Star Trek Novelist &amp; Comic Book Author
Fina Falke (Artist / Author) - Princess Djina of Rasnov Romania &amp; Second Chances 
John Peel (Author) – Doctor Who, Star Trek &amp; Diadem Series Novelist
Robin Channing (Magician) – Mind-Bending Magician &amp; Performer
Movie Cars: DeLoreans, Batmobile &amp; More! (Weather Permitting)

Featured Cosplayers:
Ruby Rinekso
Jacobella Luongo
mcheretic / Abigail
More to Come!


Paid Attractions &amp; Activities
✔ Guest Autographs
✔ Snacks &amp; Beverages
✔ Raffles, Vendors &amp; Gaming
✔ Blast-A-Trooper Challenge
✔ Jedi Training

Sponsors &amp; Partners
Music Provided by Dan Kelly DJ Services
Interfleet Broadcasting (IFB) – Sci-Fi Podcast LIVE
Prize Sponsors: Community Care RX, Joebba’s Palace, &amp; More!

There will be Light Saber demonstrations from the Saber Guild. There will be Raffles and Auctions for some incredible prize packs and snacks &amp; beverages for sale, all to raise money for CPNassau! We are also excited to announce that we will be doing a giveaway of a 7ft Darth Vader Animated Statue with the 501st Legion's Empire City Garrison
<a href="https://go.rallyup.com/scifiminicon" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">go.rallyup.com/scifiminicon</a>

All proceeds benefit the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County.
For more info &amp; updates, visit:
<a href="https://tinyurl.com/CPNMINICON" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tinyurl.com/CPNMINICON</a>
Follow us on Social Media! #cpnassau

Local Event: CP Nassau's Sci-Fi Mini-Con 2026

CP Nassau's Sci-Fi Mini-Con 2026

The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is hosting our 5th Annual Sci-Fi Mini Convention at Levittown Hall, 201...

Cradle of Aviation Museum

Join the Cradle of Aviation Museum for a special evening celebrating the 40th anniversary of the 1986 World Champions.Thursday, July 30, 2026
6:00 p.m. – Cocktails &amp; Meet-and-Greet with Players 7:30 p.m. – Dinner
Players Scheduled to Attend*
Doc Gooden • Darryl Strawberry • Jesse Orosco • Lenny Dykstra • Wally Backman • Sid Fernandez • Kevin Mitchell • Dave Magadan • Rafael Santana • Ed Hearn • Barry Lyons • Bruce Berenyi • Randy Myers • Randy Niemann • Terry Leach • Doug Sisk • Sandy Carter
Tickets: $250 per person
Cradle of Aviation Museum Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530
Reservations are required. Seating is limited.Purchase tickets online or call Reservations 516-572-4066 (Mon–Fri, 10 am - 4 pm)
Proceeds benefit the Cradle of Aviation Museum's Education and Preservation Programs.
*Players are subject to change.

Local Event: 1986 World Champions 40th Anniversary Celebration

1986 World Champions 40th Anniversary Celebration

Join the Cradle of Aviation Museum for a special evening celebrating the 40th anniversary of the 1986 World Champions.Thursday,...

🌱 Patch AM: Hicksville Man Reported Missing...

Make time for CP Nassau's Sci-Fi Mini-Con 2026 on the Hicksville Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Hicksville Man Reported Missing Early Wednesday Morning: PD

Community Corner

Smithtown

Love Island's Caleb McDaniel Set For First Post...

The Season 8 contestant will make a ticketed appearance at a local Suffolk County tavern on Friday night.

Love Island's Caleb McDaniel Set For First Post-Show Appearance On Long Island

Arts & Entertainment

Long Island

Air Quality Worsens To Unhealthy Conditions For...

As the day progressed, the air quality index increased, and hazy skies persisted, especially for towns closer to Manhattan. 

Air Quality Worsens To Unhealthy Conditions For All As Wildfire Smoke Reaches LI: Reports

Weather

Riverhead

Bomb Threat Reported Outside Peconic Bay...

The investigation remains ongoing, police say.

Bomb Threat Reported Outside Peconic Bay Medical Center In Riverhead: Police

Crime & Safety

Three Village

Port Jefferson Harbor And The Liberty Clipper:...

PHOTOS: The rockets red glare, and introducing Long Island's tallest ship, of more than 100 ft to the community, is these sailors' delight.

Port Jefferson Harbor And The Liberty Clipper: A Match Made In The 'Schoonerverse'

Travel

Evening Of Magic Raises $5.5K For Children...

Magician Gary Ferrar ran a show and interacted with guests. Proceeds will benefit children fighting cancer, along with their families.

Evening Of Magic Raises $5.5K For Children Fighting Cancer

Hicksville Charity's Evening Of Magic Raises $5.5K For Children Fighting Cancer

LI's Sarah Grace Foundation's Evening Of Magic Raises $5.5K For Children Fighting Cancer

Willy's Margaritas Cafe Closes Hicksville Location

The restaurant closed around a week ago, though there are other locations open across Long Island.

Restaurants & Bars

The Sarah Grace Foundation Of LI Receives $5K...

The grant will be used for supermarket gift cards so families with a child battling cancer can afford to provide meals for their loved ones.

The Sarah Grace Foundation Of LI Receives $5K Dunkin' Grant

The Sarah Grace Foundation Of Hicksville Receives $5K Dunkin' Grant

The Sarah Grace Foundation Of LI Receives $5K Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation Grant

Meet The Sarah Grace Foundation Of LI,...

The charity provides​​ financial aid, toys, games, parties, books, holiday activities and more to children who are battling cancer.

Meet The Sarah Grace Foundation Of LI, Comforting Kids With Cancer

Hicksville Foundation Comforts Kids With Cancer And Their Families

Meet The Charity: Sarah Grace Foundation Of Hicksville Comforts Kids, Families With Cancer

Sarah Grace Foundation Hits 20 Years Of...

"From day one, it has remained our way of keeping Sarah alive," her father, Matt Weippert, told Patch. "Keeping her memory alive."

Sarah Grace Foundation Hits 20 Years Of Supporting Kids With Cancer

Hicksville Foundation Celebrates 20 Years Of Supporting Children Fighting Cancer

LI's Sarah Grace Foundation Celebrates 20 Years Of Supporting Children Fighting Cancer

Kids & Family 

Hicksville Warehouse Planned As Nassau Approves...

The $99.4 million project will see the construction of a 207,237 square-foot warehouse and separate office on the 15.1-acre land.

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Schools

Hicksville Public Schools Closed Tuesday

BREAKING: The district announces the decision in light of an approaching snowstorm.

Paige McAtee, Patch Staff

Find out what's happening in Hicksvillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

More from Hicksville

Hicksville Man Reported Missing Early Wednesday Morning: PD

Hicksville Water District Holds Ceremony for 2026 Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners

Hicksville Blood Drive Donations Could Help Save 204 Lives, Officials Say

CP Nassau's Sci-Fi Mini-Con 2026

1986 World Champions 40th Anniversary Celebration

Brands Cycle & Fitness

Carco DMV Services

Long Island Swim School

Mosquito Brothers

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Hicksville Public Schools Closed Tuesday

BREAKING: The district announces the decision in light of an approaching snowstorm.

Paige McAtee, Patch Staff<img alt="Verified Patch Staff Badge" class="styles-module-scss-module__AKw7-a__Badge" src="https://patch.com/img/cdn/assets/layout/badges/verified-patch-staff.svg"/>

Find out what's happening in Hicksvillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Paige McAtee, Patch Staff