Girls Gymnastics, Teen Recreation Night, on Tap

Snow is in the forecast today, although the prediction is for much lighter snowfall than we endured during the recent blizzard. Keep warm and drive safe.

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Here's today's line-up:

1. hosts an Art Exhibit by Eleanor Abrams who features her "Travels in Watercolor: Note cards from Original Watercolor Paintings, also works from Harriet Davidson based on her travel.

2. The gteam competes against Sewanhaka at home. The event is held at the Jamaica Ave. Elementary School at 5:30 p.m.

3. The kids have someplace to go tonight: The Plainview-Old Bethpage Department of Physical Education, Athletics, Health and Recreation sponsors the at both middle schools, and  Friday night between 7-9 p.m.

4. The takes on Jericho at the high school pool. Tbe event is slated for 5 p.m.

5. If the is worse than expected, don't forget to check Plainview Patch for updated closings and road conditions.