April 18: Happy Passover

Good morning, Little Neck! Later today, readers of the Jewish faith will begin a celebration commemorating the liberation of their people from slavery. For many, this is also a time to gather with their loved ones, to reconnect and take stock of things that are really important.

With those universal pursuits in mind, which apply to men and women of every faith, race and creed, we at Little Neck Patch would like to wish all of you and yours a very Happy Passover.

Here are your 5 Things for this Monday, April 18:

1. The Long Island Railroad is during the afternoon rush hours on the Port Washington Line this Monday and Tuesday for Passover and later this week for Good Friday. 

2. O.K. late filers, today's the today to get either completed tax returns or extensions in to the Internal Revenue Service. For tips on filing returns, extensions and other tax info, check out our story . 

3. After this weekend's soaking, expect a mostly rainy and cool week ahead. 

4. Check out the  at Great Neck Arts Center on Middle Neck Road by artists Dov Lederberg and his wife, Yael Avi-Yonah. The show runs daily until May 1.

5. Because Passover officially begins at sundown, alternate side parking rules are still in effect today.