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Today's 5: Library Offers Lecture on Shoes

An expert looks at the history, style and significance of footwear through the years.

Do you have a closet full of shoes? Do you ever think about the ramifications of that? A free lecture today at the Plainview Library examines the history and significance of footwear.

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1. Artist and lecturer will lead a delightful journey through the history of shoes, fashion trends, designers and fun facts in her free presentation at the Thursday at 2 p.m. Her presentation includes information on footwear from different cultures, prestigious designers and much more.

2. You have a chance Thursday to tell the community why you or a friend is the

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3. The Plainview-Old Bethpage met Wednesday at the at 7:45 a.m. Small business loans were the primary topic. See our video of the event.

4. The PTA meets tonight at 7:30 at the high school.

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