🌱 Huntington Daily: New Art League Director + Huntington Job Openings

Happy Thursday, people of Huntington! Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and milder. High: 70 low: 51.

Here are the top 3 stories today in Huntington:

1. Marianne Della Croce appointed new Executive Director for the Art League of Long Island. Former director Charlee Miller has accepted a part-time position of Director of Development and Donor Relations. "As it is, we are coming back stronger than ever. And with her knowledge and experience, Marianne Della Croce is well positioned to continue the task of reopening classes and programs, and to explore new ways of serving our community. All of us who value the Art League...whether as students, attendees, teachers, staff and donors...can be confident that the Art League will continue to thrive and bring the joy of fine arts to Long Island," said board president Janette Simms. (LongIsland.com)
2. Huntington has wide variety of companies currently hiring. Whether you're a student returning from college, or someone looking for a new career, there are plenty of jobs available in Huntington. Cooks, cake decorators, and more highlight this list. Take a look by clicking the link. (http://www.huntingtonNow.com)
3. ICYMI: Town of Huntington to host first cultural celebration of Eid on Friday. The celebration will be held at 4:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room at Huntington Town Hall. "We join Huntington's Pakistani, Indian, Arab, and Turkish-American communities and all who observe this annual cultural celebration reflecting on acts of kindness, gratitude and generosity," said Supervisor Ed Smyth. (TBR News Media)

Today in Huntington:

• Besito Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!! (Noon)
• Ribbon Cutting Celebrate, Hampton Inn, Downtown Huntington. (4:30 p.m.)
• Cinco De Mayo Free Uber, Lyft, And Cab Rides Provided By The Law Offices Of Theodore Naima. (5 p.m.)
• Tired of Renting? Become a Homebuyer Today - The Agency. (6 p.m.)
• Testament - The Paramount. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Huntington Union Free School District: Three Blue Devils' basketball players earned awards at the Suffolk County Boys’ Basketball Coaches Association awards breakfast last weekend. "Rentsch was named to the All-League and All-Conference teams while Vohs was tapped as Academic All-County. Borenstein garnered All-League honors." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, West Shore: "I am looking for a walker - Hi, My mom just got out of rehab for a broken hip. I am looking for a walker that maybe you no longer need." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cold Spring Hills: "As many of you have already heard, a 10 year old from Long Beach passed away tragically Saturday after having an epileptic seizure after hitting a single at his little league baseball game. I ask you to leave a bat on your porch remembering him and in support of the LaPenna Family." (Nextdoor)
• Huntington Public Library: The Friday night movie this week will be "Belfast". It will be shown at 6:30 p.m. in the main auditorium. (Facebook)

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• National Football Foundation Honors Suffolk County Players (Details)
• Thomas Albero, St. Anthony’s Student, Wins Fourth Annual “Autism Can Do” Scholarship (Details)
• Behind The Scoreboard – Hockey Defense In Good Hands (Details)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Andrew Tessler

About me: Hi! I'm Andrew and I have been a Huntington resident for 7 years. I have lived in other countries and states, and my number one love is Huntington. I love health and wellness, traveling, stand-up paddle boarding, and of course going to restaurants and events throughout Huntington!

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