The Children’s Orchestra Society

Our Mission The Children's Orchestra Society, founded in 1962 by Dr. H.T. Ma, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to "teaching the language of music" to children and teens. Our mission is to cultivate and nurture children and teach them teamwork and life skills through music-learning and performing in orchestral and chamber music settings. Members of COS receive excellent training in classical music and opportunities to perform in concerts with their peers as well as with well-established musicians. A Child Centered Approach This is the core belief of Director Dr. Yeou-Cheng Ma and Music Director Michael Dadap, who have led the Children's Orchestra Society since 1984. In an interview with Causes, Dr. Ma explains, "We have expanded on the 'tailor-made' parts my father used to write so that each child could take part in the group experience, despite differing levels of competence." https://childrensorch.org/

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Our Mission The Children's Orchestra Society, founded in 1962 by Dr. H.T. Ma, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to "teaching the language...

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,...

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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.

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Kepherd Daniel

Huntington

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

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

Melanie Gulbas

Garden City

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...

Elementary Half Day - Students dismissed at 11:45 a.m.

Elementary Half Day - Student Dismissal at 11:45 a.m.

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🌱 Patch AM: How police finally tracked down a...

Happening soon: In-Person: Adult Walking Club Spring 2026 on the Syosset Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How police finally tracked down a suspect in a Syosset home burglary

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LIRR Strike Ends With Contract Deal Between MTA...

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the end of an LIRR strike Monday night, saying the MTA and five unions had reached a deal.

LIRR Strike Ends With Contract Deal Between MTA, Unions, Hochul Says 

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$97K In Package Thefts Lead To Staten Island...

NCPD says the packages were reported stolen in April.

$97K In Package Thefts Lead To Staten Island Man's Arrest, Police Say

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$30K Raised For Greenport FD + LEGO Sculptures...

More: Long Island's Tallest Indoor Adventure Park / Rock Out For Mental Health Event

$30K Raised For Greenport FD + LEGO Sculptures At LI Garden + $30M Headquarters + Stop & Shop Food Pantry

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Police Searching For Man In East Garden City's...

A man was accused of taking clothing, roller blades, and a workout bench before fleeing the store, NCPD says.

Police Searching For Man In East Garden City's Dick's Sporting Goods Theft: PD

LI's Olivia Hope Foundation Raises $256K At...

The funds will support the pediatric cancer charity's new partnership with Cohen Children's Medical Center and childhood cancer patients.

LI's Olivia Hope Foundation Raises $256K At Evening Of Hope Gala

Syosset's Olivia Hope Foundation Raises $256K At Evening Of Hope Gala

LI's Olivia Hope Foundation Raises $256K At Evening Of Hope Gala: 'It Went Off Perfectly'

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Olivia Hope Foundation Gives $150K To Cohen...

The funds will be used for pediatric cancer immunology research. "It is going to open up avenues for us to help more children."

Olivia Hope Foundation Gives $150K To Cohen Children's Medical Center

LI's Olivia Hope Foundation Presents $150K To Cohen Children's Medical Center

LI's Olivia Hope Foundation Presents $150K Check To Cohen Children's Medical Center

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$181K Raised For Diller Family, Pro-Police...

When widow Stephanie Diller spoke, "there wasn't a dry eye in the house," said Alyssa Guidice, co-founder of LI Pizza Strong.

$181K Raised For Diller Family, Pro-Police Charities: LI Pizza Strong

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Meet The American Cancer Society Of LI, Helping...

The local chapter helps Long Islanders fighting cancer through advocacy, research, patient support, and helping people survive.

Meet The American Cancer Society Of LI, Helping People With Cancer

Meet The American Cancer Society Long Island Chapter, Helping People With Cancer

Meet Olivia Hope Foundation Of LI, Dreaming To...

The charity, started in memory of Olivia, funds cancer research, supports patients and families, and works with others to achieve its goals.

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