Recipes

Create A Chocolate Charcuterie Board

Valentine’s Day is an opportunity for people to share their love and affection and of course, sweet treats. Chocolate reigns supreme on this day devoted to sweethearts. While a heart-shaped box of chocolate certainly makes for a delicious gift, those looking to increase the wow factor can put
Recipes

Warm Up With Stew On Cold Winter Nights

Hearty meals are best on cold nights, when food can provide a warming effect after coming in from the cold outdoors. This recipe for “Boeuf Bourguignon” from Jill Lightner’s “Edible Seattle: The Cookbook” (Sterling Epicure) is sure to provide such an effect. Boeuf Bourguignon Serves 6 generously 2 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces […]
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Michael K. Billia Named To Book Fairies’ Board Of Directors, Bringing Decades Of Community Engagement And Business Leadership Experience

Book Fairies, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating barriers to literacy, proudly announces the appointment of Michael K. Billia to its esteemed Board of Directors. With over three decades of experience in community service, leadership, and advocacy, Billia’s appointment strengthens the organization’s commitment to fostering literacy and
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Chatterton Hosts Community Read Aloud

Pictured: Assistant Principal Chris Hoisik, local business owner Gary Hudes, Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, Principal Dana Bermas, Superintendent Dr. Dominick Palma, Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini and Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder. Photos courtesy of the Merrick Union Free School District Chatterton School hosted a successful Community Read
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Bethpage Students Create Valentines For Veterans

Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Bethpage students from Central Boulevard Elementary School participated in Nassau County’s annual Valentines for Veterans program. The Central Boulevard student body takes part in this program each year leading up to Valentine’s Day to give back to veterans in hospitals and nursing homes. The students colored […]