MASSAPEQUA CHAMBER CELEBRATES 2ND ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
- The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026, drawing thousands for a day of community pride and celebration. Featuring over 70 marching groups, the growing event was led by Grand Marshal Brian Kilmeade, who brought hometown spirit to the festivities. The Chamber thanks its sponsors, organizers, and volunteers for making the parade a success as it continues to grow into a beloved local tradition.
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Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Celebrates Success Of 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 14, 2026, bringing together thousands of residents, families, and local businesses for a day filled with community pride, tradition, and celebration.
Building on the incredible success of its inaugural year, this year’s parade continued to grow, welcoming over 70 marching groups, including local schools, community organizations, first responders, and small businesses. The energy along the parade route was electric, as spectators lined the streets of Massapequa to celebrate together and support their local community.
Leading this year’s parade as Grand Marshal was Massapequa’s own Brian Kilmeade. Known nationally for his work on Fox News and as a bestselling author
and radio host, Kilmeade brought a true hometown pride to the event. He spent the morning engaging with residents, taking photos, and greeting families along the route, showing a genuine appreciation for the community he calls home.
“This parade is something I felt was long overdue for Massapequa,” said Robin Hepworth, Chamber President and Founder of the parade. “To see it continue to grow in just its second year is truly incredible. As someone who has photographed many St. Patrick’s Day parades across Long Island, I knew our community deserved a celebration like this—and it’s been amazing to watch it come to life.”
The Chamber extends its sincere gratitude to its generous sponsors who made the event possible. Special recognition goes to Main Sponsor Embassy
Diner, led by owner Gus Tsiorvas, for their continued support in both years of the parade. Additional thanks to Emerald Isle Sponsor TLC Home Care, Celtic Pride Sponsor LifeVac, Blarney Stone Sponsor Masone Masonry, Dublin Entertainment Sponsor Ginger Freck of Douglas Elliman Realty, Leprechaun Golf Cart Sponsors Genstar Masonry and Coastal Collision, Shamrock Sponsor Paddy’s Loft, Clover Sponsors Total Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Lebenthal Financial (Gary Slavin), and Schneps Media/ Long Island Press, and Copper Penny Sponsor Apple Air. Milestone Marker Sponsors Pickup Pros and J.P. Scar Inc.
The parade would not have been possible without the dedication of its cochairs, Tom Antonetti, Robin Hepworth and Keith Wilson, along with
the Chamber’s Board of Directors and volunteers who worked behind the scenes to organize the event. Now in its second year,
the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Parade has quickly become a cherished community tradition— bringing together residents, businesses, and organizations in a celebration of unity, local pride, and Irish spirit.
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026, drawing thousands for a day of community pride and celebration. Featuring over 70 marching groups, the growing event was led by Grand Marshal Brian Kilmeade, who brought hometown spirit to the festivities.
Town Launches Environmental Poster Contest For 4th Graders Students
Calling all young artists and environmentalists!
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Andrew Monteleone announced the return of the Town’s Environmental Poster Contest, open to all 4th grade students in the Town of Oyster Bay. This year’s theme, ‘Bee’ a Friend to Pollinators, encourages students to showcase the vital role pollinators play in providing a healthy and sustainable future for food and our environment.
Posters must be created on paper no larger than 12”x18” (no edible materials allowed).
The top three winning posters will be displayed at a Town facility and featured in an upcoming Town of Oyster Bay Environmental Newsletter.
Deadline & Submission
Details
• Deadline: Friday, April 17th
• Winners Announced: Earth Day, April 22nd
• Submit by mail or email:
“This contest is a fantastic way to inspire young minds about the importance of protecting our natural resources,” said Supervisor Saladino. “By learning about the benefits of pollinators, students gain a greater appreciation for the environment and the role that pollination plays in safeguarding our future.”
Students are invited to get creative and design a poster highlighting how pollinators help plants grow and keep the environment healthy. Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators play a big role in making flowers bloom, producing food and supporting ecosystems. Students are encouraged to create posters that may show:
• Different types of pollinators
• Flowers and Native Plants that Pollinators Love
• Ways we can help Pollinators – some examples include planting native flowers and gardens, creating and protecting habitats, reducing pesticide use or keeping our communities clean and green.
• Why Pollinators are Important to the World Around us How to Enter
“We’re proud to partner with Friends of the Bay and The Waterfront Center to promote environmental awareness among students,” said Councilman Monteleone. “I encourage all fourth graders to participate in this fun and educational initiative!”
Exciting Prizes!
Prizes will be awarded for the top three submissions, with their posters being shown in a future Town Environmental Newsletter and Town website, as well as prizes from The Waterfront Center and Friends of the Bay. The first-place winner will also have a tree planted at their school in recognition of Arbor Day.
Mail: Town of Oyster Bay Department of Environmental Resources, Attn: Poster Contest, 29 Spring Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Students must include an entry form, available at www.oysterbaytown. com/postercontest. For full contest details, visit the website. Get creative, spread the word, and help us celebrate the power of pollinators!
Three Nassau County Coalitions Launch “Talk It Out” Cannabis Education Campaign, Including Spanish-Language Initiative “Sin Rodeos”
Three community coalitions—Hispanic Alliance for Prevention (HAP), Massapequa Takes Action Coalition (MTAC), and Levittown Community Action Coalition (LCAC), announced today the launch of “Talk It Out,” a comprehensive cannabis education campaign aimed at equipping parents, empowering youth, and strengthening community partnerships throughout Nassau County.
The campaign includes a Spanish-language initiative called “Sin Rodeos,” designed to provide culturally relevant prevention education and resources to Spanishspeaking families in the community.
The three coalitions are prevention initiatives of YES
“Open and honest conversations between parents and youth are one of the most powerful prevention tools we have,” said Elvia Lodati, Coalition Coordinator at YES
Community Counseling Center. “Through the Talk It Out campaign, we want to make sure families across Nassau County have access to clear, reliable information about cannabis and its impact on young people.”
In addition to promoting education and open communication, the campaign will raise awareness about the Nassau County Social Host Law (Local Law 7-2021)
Community Counseling Center and local school districts to provide sciencebased education and resources that help families and communities address emerging substance use trends.
Under this law, adults may be held legally responsible if someone under the age of 21 uses cannabis in their home or on their property. While cannabis is legal for adults 21 and older in New York State, it remains illegal for minors, and violations may result in fines or other legal consequences.
Campaign Focus Areas
Parent Education
Youth Engagement
The campaign will introduce youth leadership opportunities, school-based initiatives, and social media efforts that promote healthy decision-making and peer support in preventing cannabis use among teens.
Community & Business Partnerships
Local businesses, community organizations, and stakeholders will play an important role by displaying campaign materials, supporting prevention awareness, and reinforcing compliance with state and local laws related to cannabis.
About the Coalitions
The Hispanic Alliance for Prevention (HAP), Massapequa Takes Action
Through workshops, bilingual educational guides, and community forums, the coalitions will equip parents with research-based information and practical strategies to engage in meaningful conversations with their children about cannabis. The campaign also emphasizes the importance of setting clear expectations and supervising gatherings to prevent underage substance use.
Coalition (MTAC), and Levittown Community Action Coalition (LCAC) are community-based prevention coalitions operating under YES Community Counseling Center, a local agency providing counseling and prevention services throughout Nassau County, and in partnership with area school districts. Together, these coalitions work to reduce substance misuse through education, collaboration, and community-driven prevention initiatives across the county.
For more information about YES Community Counseling Center and the coalitions’ initiatives, visit:
YES Community Counseling Center: www.yesccc.org
Hispanic Alliance for Prevention (HAP): www.hapcoalitionny.org
Levittown Community Action Coalition (LCAC): www.lcacoalition.org
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Local Library Resources That Might Surprise You How Reading Builds Young Children’s Vocabulary
Did You Know?
Avid readers may feel there’s nothing better than diving into a good book, but that book might be even more beneficial than they realize, particularly for older book lovers. A study published in the journal Social Science & Medicine noted that reading books can promote empathy, social perception and emotional intelligence, notable benefits that researchers found contributed to a survival advantage. Researchers behind the study noted book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality over a 12-year followup period than non-book readers. Equally notable among the researchers’ findings was older individuals who read books enjoyed this survival advantage regardless of their gender, overall health, socioeconomic status, or education levels.
Local libraries have a lot to offer. While the chance to borrow a great book free of charge is reason enough to visit a local library, libraries also offer a host of additional resources, some of which might surprise you.
• Museum passes: Some libraries allow residents with library cards to borrow passes for complimentary admission to popular museums and other cultural attractions. Museum entrance fees can be costly, so this benefit can provide ample cost savings, particularly for families with children who might otherwise need to purchase multiple passes for a single visit.
• Park passes: Library cardholders also might be eligible to borrow passes to state or national parks. Parks provide a unique way to experience local culture and the beauty of nature, so this is a benefit worth looking into for those who can’t get enough of the great outdoors.
• Help with forms or registration: Many local libraries offer assistance to local residents looking for help with certain government forms or registrations, including passport applications or renewals. These programs can help residents navigate application processes that can be more complex and confusing than residents may realize.
• Book clubs: Books are arguably the most well-known offering available at local libraries, so it
makes perfect sense that some facilities organize book clubs for local readers. Many host clubs for readers of all ages, and some may even host genre-specific clubs, meaning there might be a club for anyone, whether they’re avid fantasy fans, mystery devotees or students of sci-fi.
• Streaming content: Print books might be a specialty at local libraries, but many also offer cardholders access to movies or television shows via a streaming service like Kanopy. Audiobooks and e-books also may be available to borrow free of charge.
• Professional resources: Volunteers at local libraries may offer their professional services free of charge. Volunteers may be local residents with extensive experience in business who can help young professionals identify opportunities and how to make the most of them or assist established professionals brush up on their résuméwriting skills.
• Board games: If game night is a popular pastime in your household, then you might want to see if your local library allows cardholders to borrow games. Many provide such services, which can help ensure no two game nights are the same.
Local libraries offer books and much, much more, typically at no cost to cardholders.
A study from The Ohio State University found large differences in word exposure based on how often young children are read to. Children whose parents read them five books a day heard about 1.48 million words before kindergarten, compared with just over 4,600 words for children who were never read to. Even daily reading resulted in far fewer words than reading multiple books a day. Beyond vocabulary growth, reading supports children’s communication skills, empathy, literacy, and understanding of the world.
One study also noted the effects that reading to young children can have on the relationship between parent and child. That study, authored by researchers at the University of Wollongong in Australia and Boston University and published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, found that reading to young children supports a strong relationship between parent and child.
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MARCH 29 - PALM SUNDAY
10:00am (In-person & Live Stream) - Celebrate Jesus’ Triumphant Entry Into Jerusalem (Procession From The Parish Hall) APRIL 2 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
7:30pm (In-person & Live Stream) - Commemorates The Foot Washing & Last Supper Of Jesus Christ With The Apostles, The Nighttime Vigil. (Join Vigil On Zoom, Link To Be Posted On Chruch Website)
APRIL 3 - GOOD FRIDAY
12:00 noon (In-person Only) - Stations Of The Cross - Commemorates The Cruci xion Of Jesus & His Death On The Cross. (No Live Stream) APRIL 4 - HOLY SATURDAY
THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER - 8:00pm (In-person & Live Stream)Commemorates Jesus’ Body Resting In The Tomb APRIL 5 - EASTER SUNDAY
10:00am (In-person & Live Stream) “HE HAS RISEN! - The Resurrection
GO TO CHURCH WEBSITE FOR LIVESTREAM LINK www.gracechurchmassapequa.org/home
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PSEG Long Island Prepares For The Osprey’s Return
As the osprey breeding season nears, PSEG Long Island has been busy preparing by inspecting known nesting areas and cleaning out debris and garbage in the nest located near the company-installed webcam in Oyster Bay.
Working from bucket trucks, crews recently retrieved manmade garbage, including plastic tape and fishing line, from the osprey nest, helping to ensure the birds and their chicks do not get tangled when the new nesting season begins this spring.
“PSEG Long Island’s reliability is in the top 10% of electric utilities nationwide, and our work with conservation partners to support the osprey population is part of the work we do to maintain that reliability,” said Scott Jennings, president and COO of PSEG Long Island. “It’s good environmental stewardship, and protecting these birds from highvoltage equipment also improves reliability for customers.”
Ospreys build their nests on the tallest structure near a body of water. To proactively monitor its utility poles for osprey nests, PSEG Long Island partners closely with
Group for the East End, a nonprofit organization that has advocated for the protection and preservation of nature on the East End since 1972. Volunteers with the nonprofit conduct their own surveys of the area and share osprey data with the company, which maintains a team dedicated to mitigating risks and relocating nests safely and in accordance with all regulations protecting the wildlife.
According to a 2025 report issued by the Group for the East End, osprey breeding activity has increased over the past 12 years on the East End, with 385 active nests in the summer of 2025 compared with 199 active nests in 2014.
In balancing its commitment to the consistent, safe delivery of power for its customers with its commitment to being a good environmental steward, PSEG Long Island has installed dozens of osprey nesting platforms and protective equipment to deter the returning birds from nesting on electrical equipment, which puts both the raptors and the electrical system in danger. Maintaining the nesting platforms helps PSEG Long Island maintain strong
Massapequa Celebrates Inclusion With Crazy Socks
Children and adults throughout the Massapequa School District found the wackiest pairs of socks in their drawer, pulled them up high and proudly sported them to school on March 20. Rock Your Socks day is an annual event to support World Down Syndrome Day. This year’s global theme was “Together Against Loneliness.” World Down Syndrome Day promotes inclusivity and is observed on March 21 to highlight the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome. In Massapequa, Rock Your Socks day was held in partnership with SEPTA. East Lake Elementary
School raised awareness about Down syndrome as students and staff were encouraged to wear fun, colorful or mismatched socks for all to see. The student council also held a collection drive for new pairs of socks for children and adults. There was a donation box in the lobby for two weeks, with socks going to the St. Rose of Lima Church parish outreach center.
Second grade teacher
Christine Marshall’s students colored paper socks, discussed inclusivity and wrote about what it means to be a good friend. In Denise Sicignano’s class, children went on a scavenger hunt to find the
second sock for each pair, then donated those to the sock drive. Giana Ahern’s fourth graders used colorful markers to decorate white socks with symbols and designs to represent their individuality.
Unqua Elementary School students and staff also rocked crazy socks on March 20. The student council collected money for the Fallon Rae Sunshine Legacy Foundation, in honor of a former student with Down syndrome who passed away. The foundation aims to keep her light shining and support causes that reflect her joy, love and strength.
electric service reliability.
PSEG Long Island maintains a 24-hour webcam at one of these nesting platforms in Oyster Bay. For more information about osprey and to view a live webcam feed of the Oyster Bay nest, visit psegliny.com/ wildlife/ospreycam.
Human garbage is hazardous to the birds. Many times, the osprey will gather garbage, such as plastic bags and fishing wire, to build their nests. Fishing lines and strings may wrap around the birds’ feet, preventing them from leaving the nest. Plastic litter is very easy to find, and since the birds live close to humans, plastic is often found in nests.
When ospreys build a nest on electrical equipment, it puts the nest in danger of catching fire, which can cause significant damage and outages to customers, as well as harm to the osprey. The birds are at high risk of electrocution, as their large wingspan can complete the circuit between closely spaced energized equipment or between an energized wire and a neutral ground wire.
To learn more about how PSEG Long Island works to protect wildlife, visit psegliny.com/wildlife.
Unqua Elementary School fifth grade teachers Colin Wildes and Joshua Rose along with their students marked Rock Your Socks day for Down syndrome awareness. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Fourth graders, from left, Caleb Diaz, Luciano Casella, Devin Squires, Ella Tricarico and Gabrielle Koperda decorated socks to reflect their unique personalities. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
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The Long Island Dahlia Society will hold a tuber sale at the Barn at the Bayard Cutting Arboritum during the month of April on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Various types available. Plant sale will start in May. Further information at LongIslandDahlia.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4th
3:00PM
CONCERT OF SACRED LENTEN MUSIC
A Journey through Lent featuring Kathryn Wilson, soprano soloist Saturday. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690. A free-will offering will be taken.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4th
10:00AM-4:00PM
SUNDAY, APRIL 5th
9:00AM-2:00PM
EASTER PLANT SALE
The Seaford Fire Department will be hosting its annual Easter Plant Sale, at Seaford Fire Department headquarters on the corner of Waverly & Southard Avenues. A wide variety of plants and flowers will be available for purchase (while supplies last). Come early for the best selection. Rain or shine.
SATURDAY, APRIL 11th
10:00am-1:00pm
FRIENDS OF THE LINDENHURST
MEMORIAL LIBRARY
BOOK AND JEWELRY SALE
MAKE A SUBMISSION! Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more information, please call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-957-7755
10:00AM-4:00PM AMVETS LADIES AUXILIARY 18 CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR
Hosted at AMVETS Post 18, 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip. Free Admission, raffles, 50/50, Cake sale. For more information, please call 631-277-9842 or 516-885-1410, GCM42@AOL.COM
11:30AM-1:00PM SPRING BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
The Spring Bereavement Support Group will start on Saturday April 11-June 13. Located at 210 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631226-7725 x 200
SATURDAY, APRIL 11th
SUNDAY, APRIL 12th
12:00PM-4:00PM ST JAMES MODEL RAILROAD CLUB SPRING OPEN HOUSE
43 years in the making: Once again open to the public. This will be the last show until November. New Drive In Theater, City scene with operating roadway, Freight yard, LIPA Power plant, Working Fire Scene, Two Operating Subways, Lighted vehicles and much more! Train Show is located at 176 Mills Pond Road in St James. For further information call evenings 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732w
TUESDAY, APRIL 14th
A preview for current Friends of the Library from 9:00AM-10:00AM. Anyone may sign up for membership at the Sale to take advantage of early access. Located at One Lee Avenue,
7:00PM REPUBLIC AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING
7150 Republic Airport, Room 201 in Farmingdale. For information
call 631-752-7707 x6109 or email: contactus@republicairport.net
THURSDAY, APRIL 16th
7:00PM
THE BAY SHORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING
At the Bay Shore - Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Rd., in Brightwaters. The guest speaker will be Arthur Frischman, Long Island Sign Guy. The meeting is open to the public at no charge. Refreshments will be served. Learn more at: https:// www.bayshorehistoricalsociety.org/ programs-news
SUNDAY, APRIL 19th 10:00AM-4:30PM ALL KIDS FAIR
A full day of amazing exhibitors, activities and classes! At the Hilton Long Island/Huntington (AKA the Huntington Hilton) in Melville! Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Rd, in Melville. Mostly inside but partially outside - including food trucks, petting zoo, and a few other surprises. For more information, visit https://www.allkidsfair.com/
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22nd
7:00PM-9:00PM "THE BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND"
Author Bill Bleyer will discuss "The Battle of Long Island", Long Island's pivotal role in the American Revolution. Learn about the single-day engagement, the British occupation and the resilience of Long Islander's. The program is held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave. in Islip. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 631-559-2915, www. isliphamlethistory.org
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Fun Facts About April Fools’ Day
April 1 is more than just the start of a month that many embrace for the warmer weather that typically accompanies it. It is a day set aside for pranksters just waiting to pull the wool over someone else’s eyes all in the name of good fun. While many participate in April Fools’ Day shenanigans, they may not be as familiar with all there is to know about this day when jokers rejoice. These interesting facts about April Fools’ Day truly are no joke.
• The origins of April Fools’ Day are something of a mystery, but historians believe the day started in France during the sixteenth century. History.com offers the popular theory that when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, moving the New Year from the end of March to January 1, some received the news later than others. As a result, some people continued to celebrate the New Year in the spring, and were thus referred to as “April fools.”
• Another theory surrounding April Fools’ Day origins involves the ancient Roman festival of Hilaria. This festival involved
masquerades and jesting to celebrate the rebirth of the god Attis.
• The French call April Fools’ Day “Poisson d’ Avril,” which translates to “April Fish.” It’s customary to place a paper fish on a person’s back without them noticing.
• In some countries, such as Australia, Canada and parts of the United Kingdom, April Fools’ Day pranks must be completed by noon; if not, the prankster becomes the fool. Those in the United States, Germany and Japan engage in pranks the entire day. In Scotland, the fun stretches into April 2, which is known as “Taily Day,” and involve pranks exclusive to the posterior region of the body.
• April Fools’ Day gradually spread around the world due to European influence and colonization during the eighteenth century.
• April Fools’ Day is an opportunity for people to embrace their creative side. Even the media and businesses sometimes get in on the action. Fake stories and sneaky endeavors can create wild tales that spread. In 1957, the BBC broadcast
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a story about a spaghetti harvest that took place in Switzerland. In 1974, a local logger named Oliver Bickar created a hoax where he made it seem the dormant volcano Mount Edgecumbe in Alaska was about to erupt. He deposited 70 tires into the volcano by helicopter and lit them on fire. Another prank insinuated that Taco Bell purchased the Liberty Bell and renamed it the “Taco Liberty Bell.”
• Google often engages in April Fools’ Day jokes. The company has fooled people
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with everything from a search engine for smells to “Google Tulip,” which ostensibly enabled users to communicate with plants.
• The famous comic strip “Peanuts” actually featured a character named April Fool, who would play pranks on his friends.
April Fools’ Day is an entertaining opportunity to get one over on an unsuspecting person. However, it’s important to prank responsibly and avoid jokes that can cause panic or emergency situations.
Easter is a day of great joy for faithful Christians. Easter celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is detailed in the New Testament. Easter is what’s known as a moveable feast, which means it’s not celebrated on the same date each year. Easter’s date in 2026 is Sunday, April 5. Easter also is celebrated
on a different day within Christian churches. Orthodox Christians do not celebrate Easter on the same day as non-Orthodox Christians. History.com notes Orthodox Christians follow the Julian calendar when determining when to celebrate Easter. Orthodox Easter will take place between April 4 and
May 8, following the first full moon after Passover. Nonorthodox Christians follow the Gregorian calendar, which was established by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582. Under the Gregorian calendar, churches determined Easter will be held on the first Sunday after the full moon that occurs on or after
the spring equinox. These disparities are why Orthodox churches, which are primarily located in Russia, Greece, Cyprus, Romania, and Bulgaria, observe Easter on a later date than nonOrthodox churches. In 2026, Orthodox Christians will celebrate Easter on April 12.
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