Plandome Fourth Celebration A Success

Daniel Greilsheimer

editorial@antonmediagroup.com

Despite the overcast skies, Plandome’s annual Independence Day tradition, which is hosted by the Plandome Association, continued.

Families gathered at the Village Green at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 4, ready to celebrate the holiday. The event began with the bicycle parade.

Residents of all ages rode their bicycles, tricycles and scooters — often decorated with red, white and blue balloons and American flags — twice around the Green. Others were pulled in wagons by their parents. The participants were led by a Nassau County police car.

The national anthem was then performed, and field events were held.

Next, kids enjoyed the water fight, which dates back to 1937. Girls and boys were divided into teams and placed on opposite sides of the Green for the competition, sponsored by the Plandome Fire Department. Each group was provided with a fire hose, connected to a hydrant, and they aimed to push a suspended ball to the opposing team’s side.

After the joys of friendly competition, residents convened for a barbecue lunch. The afternoon resumed with a DJ, inflatable fun and cotton candy, a pet show with several categories, and volleyball and bocci.

The event ended at 5 p.m., marking another successful Fourth of July celebration in Plandome.

Saint Mary’s Elementary Introduces

Early Education Program

Starting in September 2023, Saint Mary’s will offer an early education program for ages 2+. The program will run for two hours, two classes per week and uses guided separation. Toddlers and their parents/caregivers can expect lots of stimulating group and free play, color exploration, and sensory play. This class will best help children grow in independence and confidence with parents/caregivers being with their child at the start of the lesson and separating as the lesson progresses. They are also enrolling for a drop-off class beginning in September 2024.

—Submitted by the Church of Saint Mary

Manhasset Mets PAL Softball Team Wins District 21 Championship

The Manhasset Mets, (Minors Division) PAL softball team held on to beat Williston Park Blue in an offensive battle, 15-14 to win the District 21 Championship. The girls had a fantastic year of softball.