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A Local Business Helping Others

Stores aren’t open but Mother’s Day is Sunday. If you’re looking for something special for Sunday or any day of the week, check out GIGI NY. A local business that works with local businesses all while giving back to the community.

Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Cinco de Mayo falls on Taco Tuesday this year. While you may not be able to sip Margaritas at your favorite Mexican restaurant this year, here are some recipes for an at home fiesta!

Meet a Mom – Jessie Cornicello

Meet Jessie Cornicello, the mom behind Hands in Handmade, a small business focused on open ended play. Read how the business came to be in addition to some ideas to keep the kids busy during quarantine!

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Life is good at the lake. We decided to take a tri

Life is good at the lake. We decided to take a trip to one of my favorite places in NY...Lake Placid! We couldn’t have found better hotel or picked a more perfect weekend. So much to do in the great outdoors! The kids were introduced to a place that means so much to me in so many ways! We can’t wait to do this again next year!

Hey GC! Did you happen to see the pool will be ope

Hey GC! Did you happen to see the pool will be opening on July 10! Details to follow!

Happy Mother’s Day to all you rockstars out ther

Happy Mother’s Day to all you rockstars out there! I must admit, I never realized how special Mother’s Day was until I became a mom. My kids are still too young to truly get it, but the gift of being their mother is the greatest gift I’ve ever received. Each and every day I thank my lucky stars for allowing me to become a mom, especially after being told I may never have kids.
Quarantine has been tough, the only time I’ve had to myself has been in the shower, and that’s only when my kids don’t barge in the bathroom asking for something. This year no brunch or flowers or trips to the park, only time with the three little guys and the big guy who gave me the gift of being a mom. I’m thankful for that, even between meltdowns and tears (by me), I wouldn’t want any other job in the world!
This is an incredibly hard time for us all, but always remember, we’re human, we’re perfectly imperfect, and we’re better than any superhero or princess your kids adore...they’d trade them all for us, mama! Hold your heads up high and enjoy YOUR day!! 🦸‍♀️👸🤰🤱👩‍👧‍👦❤️

Raised in Port Washington, @gigi.ny s founder was

Raised in Port Washington, @gigi.ny s founder was searching for opportunities to help her local community amidst the chaos of COVID19 shutdowns. She looked no further than the small businesses she’d been going to for decades in order to create themed “PACKS” to help them stay afloat during this unprecedented time. With a growing family of over 15 Nassau based businesses - GIGI is constantly creating new packs to cater to what the community is asking for all while spreading positivity and optimism and giving back to front liners with profits. Check out GIGI’s PACKs. Mother’s Day Pack’s are still available and up to 20 meals will be donated to Food Bank NYC with every purchase. Gifts you can feel good about gifting! Offering free contactless delivery for most Nassau towns. #supportlocal #nassaucountyny #givingbacktothecommunity #thelocalmomsnetwork #givingmomsthegiftoftime #westernnassaumoms

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Meet Jessie! Wife and mom of two adorable little o

Meet Jessie! Wife and mom of two adorable little ones! Jessie is the creative mastermind behind Hands in Handmade on Etsy and Instagram. She, along with her husband, create sensory bins and open ended play accessories! If you aren’t following her, I suggest you do as she’s always posting creative ideas for little ones (helpful during quarantine)!

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A Local Business Helping Others

A Local Business Helping Others

Stores aren’t open but Mother’s Day is Sunday. If you’re looking for something special for Sunday or any day of the week, check out GIGI NY. A local business that works with local businesses all while giving back to the community.

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New Toys for 2020

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Meet a Mom – Jessie Cornicello

Meet a Mom – Jessie Cornicello

Meet Jessie Cornicello, the mom behind Hands in Handmade, a small business focused on open ended play. Read how the business came to be in addition to some ideas to keep the kids busy during quarantine!

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