Oct. 14: Park Cleanup, 100th Birthday, Homecoming, 5K and More

The weekend is almost here and there are many exciting events on the agenda including a homecoming parade and a 5K right here in Malverne. Learn more later today.
Plus, get the latest on the pollution problem at Hempstead Lake State Park, the happenings at Crossroads Farm and more.
Here are your top headlines for Oct. 14.

1. Park Cleanup: On Wednesday, Patch looked at a pollution problem at Hempstead Lake State Park in West Hempstead. ( for the video report if you missed it.) Find out today how the New York State Parks Department plans to respond to the issue.
2. Homecoming Weekend: Malverne High School celebrates Homecoming this Saturday. Get more details about the parade and game today. Also, don't forget to register for the which will be held Sunday, to benefit the Malverne Educational and Fitness Foundation.
3. Celebrating 100 Years: A West Hempstead resident and volunteer firefighter celebrated his 100th birthday recently. Get his story this afternoon.
4. Farm Update: It's time for our weekly visit to Crossroads Farm at Grossmann's, the Nassau-County owned farm in Malverne. Find out what fresh produce has been harvested there this week and other items that will be selling this weekend at the farm stand.
5. Weekend Planner: Check out our weekly planner, which posts at noon today, to find all about the exciting events happening around the neighborhood this Saturday and Sunday.