Hello and happy Monday to you. Welcome to "5 Things You Need to Know Today." Today we remember civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
- All schools in the are closed as well as government offices and the post office, but the remains open.
- There is no garbage pickup today because of the holiday.
- Take the kids to the African American Museum in Hempstead, which is featuring taken by Pulitzer Prize winner Moneta Sleet, Jr. Today only, the museum, open from noon until 8 p.m., will play short documentaries of Dr. King's life.
- Did you know there are other ways to follow Syosset Patch? You can like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
- Two stories you need to read today: features a local day spa that is holding a charity event Sunday. tells the inspiring story of Syosset girls basketball team's #1 fan, Louie Ciavarella, and his battle back from a car accident back in October.
Have a great Monday!
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