March 7: Seussical Sneak-Peak, School Budget Part 1, Whiz Kid and More

Get a sneak-peak at Seussical the musical, gear up for Round 2 of budget review in West Hempstead and see how one local girl made an impact on children who needed help. Learn about all this and more today on Patch.

Here's a look at the top stories and events happening in Malverne and West Hempstead for March 7.

1. First Look at Seussical: The curtain will rise on s production of Seussical later this week, but today we have a glimpse into the show. Patch went behind the scenes to speak with the directors of the musical, which is based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Check out the story here to learn more about the exceptionally large cast, their journey to bring the characters to life and how you can purchase tickets.
2. W.H. Budget - Part 1: On Tuesday, members of the West Hempstead school district will have a chance to review the second half of the 2011-2012 budget proposal, which deals with instructional items. (Click here for details.)Last week, the school board, along with administrators, employees and residents scrutinized the first part of the budget, which focused on non-instructional items. Find out what budget lines are on the line and what areas had people talking at last Tuesday's meeting. 
3. Meet the Candidates: The general election in Malverne is just over a week away and Patch continues to introduce you to the people who will be appearing on the ballot on March 15. We recently sat down with Trustee Michael Bailey, who is running for re-election, and will share what we learned later today. (Up next: Trustee James Callahan.) Click on the names to read our past interviews with and , who is running for one of the two trustee seats up for grabs.
4. Whiz Kid: In this weekly feature, Patch highlights the great work of the young people living in Malverne and West Hempstead. At noon today, we'll introduce you to our latest Whiz Kid, a Malverne girl who made a sacrifice to help children who are need. Check back this afternoon for her story.
5. Kosher Grandma: Head over to Grandma's Kosher Kitchen at 9 a.m. by clicking to get her latest recipe. Today, she's sharing her famous fish tid-bit recipe, which she says is a crowd favorite at parties but can also satisfy as a simple and delicious dinner dish for your family.

There's much on the agenda tomorrow in Malverne and West Hempstead, so make sure to check back at 6 a.m. on Tuesday for a quick guide to the events that will be happening in your community.