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Albertson
What: Casino Night
Where: VFW Hall, 155 Searingtown Road
When: Friday, Mar. 10, 7-11pm
Why Go: Get your game face on for casino night! Indulge in an open bar, hor d’oeuvres and a buffet dinner. Proceeds from this event will benefit Harbor Child Care. Go
Brookville

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What: Mpower
Where: LIU Post – Hillwood Commons
When: Saturday, Mar. 11, 9am-1pm
Why Go: Don’t miss this mother/daughter empowerment event. A Mighty Lass has designed Mpower to empower young girls to be brave, strong and confident young women. Go
Farmingdale & Patchogue

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What: Meatball Eating Contest
Where: That Meetball Place, 206 Main Street, Farmingdale & 52 West Main Street, Patchogue
When: Thursday, Mar. 9, 6:30-10pm
Why Go: There is no better way to celebrate National Meatball Day than with a “meetball eating contest.” If you’re not into stuffing your face as quickly as possible, an all-you-can-eat meatball special will also be available. Go
Garden City
What: The Habana Boys
Where: Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AUPAC)
When: Sunday, Mar. 12, 3pm
Why Go: Direct from Havana (on their North American debut tour), the Habana Boys is a group of four classically-trained singers and their band who are best described as a mix of “Jersey Boys meets Il Divo…with Cuban seasoning.” Go
Jamesport

image: Diliberto Winery
What: Sundays with Grandma
Where: Diliberto Winery, 250 Manor Lane
When: Sunday, Mar. 12, 1-3pm
Why Go: Satisfy your Italian cravings at Diliberto Winery’s annual four-course wine pairing and pasta demonstration. Experience a traditional Italian meal with live music including classic Italian song. Go
Manorville
What: 27th Annual St. Patrick’s Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner & Chinese Auction
Where: IGHL, 221 North Sunrise Service Road
When: Friday, Mar. 10, 4-8pm
Why Go: Calling all Irish foodies! Come out for some corned beef and cabbage and traditional Irish folk songs. Go
Riverhead

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What: Wine 101 Class
Where: Martha Clara Vineyards, 6025 Sound Ave
When: Sunday, Mar. 12, 1pm
Why Go: Learn the basics of wine tasting and wine making and become a wine expert at one of the most renowned vineyards on the Island. Go