NCPD arrests three for grand larcenies

Nassau County Police arrested three men in Woodbury on Sunday, April 2, at 2:07 a.m. and charged them with the thefts of multiple vehicle tires and rims.

According to detectives, police observed a white Ford Econoline van traveling on Jericho Turnpike that matched a vehicle involved in multiple larcenies. Officers stopped the van near the intersection of Village Lane. After an investigation, the three occupants of the vehicle three Queens men, Chase Barret, 33; Eldorado Sterling, 29; and Jovanie Clarke, 29, were all placed under arrest.

According to police, the three men were also involved in the following two larcenies of multiple tires and rims at Honda and Toyota dealerships on March 28.

All three men are charged with Grand Larceny 3rd degree, Grand Larceny 4th degree and Criminal

Mischief 4th degree. Barret and Clarke were to be arraigned, while Sterling was released on an appearance ticket.

According to police, Jovanie Clarke was previously arrested on May 7, and charged with Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree, Grand Larceny or visit FlushingBank.com

3rd Degree, Auto Stripping 2nd Degree, and Possession of Burglar’s Tools. He was released on May 8 with no bail.

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Tuesday, April 11

11:00 a.m.: Laugh-a-Lot Poetry with Darren Sardelli (Grades K–6)April is National Poetry Month and we’re celebrating with poet Darren Sardelli. He makes it fun and meaningful as he brings his poetry to life. His hilarious poems with their shocking twists and surprise endings keeps everyone entertained and laughing. You will be motivated to read and write poetry! Tickets are required and will are available in the Children’s Room.

Thursday, April 13

11:00 a.m.: Bubbledad’s Indoor Bubble Show (Ages 4 & Up) Changing the World One Bubble at a Time - He loves bubbles. He loves seeing the colors shift and change in the light. He loves seeing the smiles on the faces of the people who see his bubbles. So let’s make him happy when we come to see his bubble wizardry as he makes mesmerizing bubbles of all shapes & sizes infused with science in this interactive show! Tickets are required and are available in the Children’s Room.

12:00 p.m.: Child ID Program presented by New York Life - Having a child ID will give parents or guardians the peace of mind knowing that should anything ever happen, they will have vital information to distribute to local authorities. It only takes 3 to 5 minutes for a printed card with a child's photo, fingerprints and contact information. No registration needed for this free service.

Friday, April 14

10:30 a.m.: Sensory Storytime (Ages 2 to 5 Years) - This introductory Sensory Storytime is designed for children who may need extra sensory support. Sensory Storytimes combine traditional storytime components with sensory elements to enhance the experience.

12:30 p.m.: In-Person ~ Learn to Play Mah Jongg - American Mah Jongg is an exciting four-player tile game with Chinese origins. Using 152 tiles with various characters and symbols, players pick and discard in turn to form combinations found on the National Mah Jongg League’s annual card of hands. Strategy, skill and luck are needed to be the first player to complete a hand and declare “Mah Jongg!” Join us for this fun challenging yet surprisingly easy game to learn and understand. Cost: $15 (6 sessions) No Refunds

4:00 p.m.: Tweens: Ocean Origami (Grades 4–6) - In April of 1845, the L.I. whaleship Manhattan became the first American ship to enter Japan’s waters in over 200 years. We will celebrate Japanese artistry by creating ocean inspired origami.