March 21: Cross Street School, Kiwanis and Girls’ Lacrosse

Coming back from the weekend can be tough. That’s why the Mineola Patch is here and we’ll catch you caught up on all the news you need for the week. We’ve got the latest from the Mineola Board of Education meeting including concerns about leasing the , a primer on the girls’ lacrosse and a blood drive needing donations.

Here’s what else you need to know:

1. Concerns are being raised by Williston Park residents over a lease agreement at Mineola’s Cross Street School and the potential increase in bus traffic. Check back with the Patch later today for .

2. The Mineola girls’ lacrosse season starts Tuesday and we’ve got your from your reigning Nassau Conference II champs.

3. Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy is at her Garden City office from 10:45 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. All are encouraged to donate blood.

4. The Mineola Kiwanis Club will hold its  at the IHOP restaurant at the corner of Hillside Avenue and Willis Avenue.

5. Have an activity, announcement or news we should know about? Tell everyone in the activity stream on our homepage or on our announcement section!