516 Update
516Update is a local email newsletter for Nassau County residents, sharing the latest news, events, openings, restaurants, and community stories 5 days a week.
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🌊Trapeze School Opens in Westbury, Chocolate House Debuts in Bethpage
I.FLY launches first indoor trapeze classes at Samanea; handcrafted sweets and community events come to Hempstead Turnpike.
516 Update
January 23, 2026
Hello Nassau! Let’s Talk What’s New & What’s Next
It’s Friday, and we’re wrapping up the week with the latest updates from across the county. From news that closed out the workweek to events and developments heading into the weekend, here’s what Nassau County residents should know.
Fun Fact Spotlight:
Local clergy, educators, and community organizers across Nassau County participated in civil-rights work by hosting public forums, partnering with national organizations, and promoting equal-opportunity initiatives in schools and neighborhoods. Their efforts helped bring national conversations into local communities.
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🎪 I.FLY Brings Indoor Trapeze School to Westbury
🍫 Bethpage Gets a Sweet New Neighbor
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!
🎪 I.FLY Brings Indoor Trapeze School to Westbury
I.FLY just opened its first indoor trapeze school at Samanea Shopping Center (formerly the Mall at Source) in Westbury. Classes start at $45 and welcome everyone from first-timers to experienced flyers. It's a fresh way for Nassau County families to get active and try something different together.
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🍫 Bethpage Gets a Sweet New Neighbor
The Chocolate House just opened its first Long Island shop at 597 Hicksville Road in Bethpage (the former Dunkin' Donuts space). You'll find handcrafted chocolates, gourmet treats, and specialty items perfect for any occasion. The store plans to host seasonal offerings and community events, creating a cozy gathering spot for families and chocolate fans.
🌤️ WeatherWatch
🌧️ Friday, January 23
High: 45°F | Low: 31°F
💧 72% chance — steady rain with gloomy, overcast skies
🌤️ Saturday, January 24
High: 40°F | Low: 34°F
💧 55% chance — partly cloudy with a decent chance of spotty showers
🌥️ Sunday, January 25
High: 40°F | Low: 29°F
💧 6% chance — afternoon clouds, cold and mostly quiet
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New in Town: Shawarma Bay (Deer Park)
Now open late and serving up flavor till 1 AM, Shawarma Bay brings doner wraps, chapli platters, and halal late-night eats to Deer Park. It’s casual, family-friendly, and already turning heads.
📍 786 Grand Blvd, Deer Park, NY | ☎️ 631-274-5314
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🎉 WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN
NASSAU COUNTY
🌦 Rain or shine, Nassau is full of things to do!
From local fairs to live music and community events, there’s always something happening across the county. Grab your calendar — and maybe an umbrella — and see what’s coming up this week 👇
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