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Strong Island Derby Revolution, all-female flat track roller derby squad, returns to the rink on Saturday, April 6.

The initiative allows town residents to shred documents and dispose of electronic waste and old medications.

Whether you’re a dreamer for steamers or prefer haute cuisine on the half shell, it’s hard to downplay the importance of shellfish on Long Island.

A portion of the proceeds will go to Creations for Charity, a nonprofit that buys new LEGO sets for underprivileged children around the world during the holidays.

FCA has won a state license from the Office of Addiction Services and Supports to provide problem gambling counseling and support.

The roof donation is the latest charitable effort by King Quality Cares, which aims to support the important work of charities and community organizations across Long Island.

The two organizations held a special reception at The Art Guild in Port Washington on Sunday, Jan. 21 for a show called “Expressions–Our Perspective in Art, Photography and Words.”

John LaSpina, president of Maple Family Centers, was named the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of State Veterans Homes.

The clinic, called “Her Time to Shine,” was held at the Yes We Can Community Center in Westbury.

The project, called “Putting the Oyster Back in Oyster Bay,” is being funded by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.

The team will provide monthly career mentoring to two local high school students enrolled in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island’s Rise Up program.

A portion of the proceeds from the upcoming New York Islanders vs. Florida Panthers game will directly benefit the foundation.

The money funded the purchase of 15 giant lighted snowflakes that are hanging up and down Main Street in Port Washington for the holiday season.

The grants support efforts to advance progressive social change, like advocacy training for Latina immigrants, protecting the culture and identity of Long Island’s indigenous tribes, promoting inclusive school environments and more.

The annual holiday effort, which BBBSLI has organized for more than 20 years, benefits more than 550 Long Island children.

Supporters of the nonprofit organization gathered at Maple Lanes RVC in Rockville Centre for two hours of bowling, food and fun.

The Garden City museum installed more than 800 new LED lighting fixtures and LED light bulbs in its main gallery.

The mission shares donated decorations with families in need at no charge during its community outreaches from Tuesdays through Fridays.

Meltzer Lippe’s annual food drive collected more than 9,300 pounds of food that was donated to Long Island Cares.

Nonprofits try to leverage the energy of GivingTuesday to tell their stories, engage advocates and build caring groups of benefactors for their important missions.