Jan. 5: Toddler Time

Update 8:50 a.m.: Via Twitter, city announced suspension of alternate side parking rules through Saturday, Jan. 8 for ongoing snow removal and trash pickup. Parking meters still must be paid, the city says.

Hope you're having a productive work week, Little Neck. Wednesday features the triumphant return of our weekly column, , as well as alternative side parking rules throughout the city. 

Here are those and other stories, events and announcements on tap for today:

1. Check out our chronicle of the Long Island Railroad, which perhaps more than any other man-made structure, changed the history of Little Neck.

2. Today Alley Pond Environmental Center in Douglaston features not , but devoted to giving youngsters a chance to explore the wonderful world of nature.

3. For the first time since the blizzard, alternate side parking rules are in effect today.

4. The Saint Anastasia Leos will be holding a Spaghetti Dinner at Divine Wisdom Academy Saturday, Jan. 22 for charity. Look for our announcement with the details later today.

5. Later this week, check back for more updates on regarding mold discovered at P.S. 67 in Little Neck.