New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park) held his 4^th Annual Veterans’ Appreciation Pancake Breakfast and Resource Fair on Saturday, August 23^rd at the Massapequa American Legion Post 1066 to pay tribute to our military heroes for their service and sacrifice.

This free event celebrated veterans from across the 9^th Assembly District by serving up a delicious breakfast and providing them with valuable information from numerous organizations that support the veteran community. Participating vendors included America’s VetDogs, Nassau County Office of the Aging, Island Harvest Food Bank, NYS Department of Veterans’ Services, Long Island Crisis Center, Nassau Vets Center, AARP, NYS Parks, Nassau County Veterans Service Agency, Family & Children’s Association, Long Island State Veterans Home, Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency, Community Development Long Island, Schweiger Dermatology, Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling, NYS Department of Public Service, Paws of War, Beyond The Badge NY, Long Island Cares, Massapequa Chamber of Commerce, NYS OASAS, and Friends For Life.

“I was proud to host local veterans at our 4^th annual appreciation breakfast and resource fair,” said New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso. “We had such an amazing turnout, and it just keeps growing each year. I want to thank all the vendors, volunteers, and the Massapequa American Legion Post 1066 for helping make this year’s event a huge success. And a special thank you to our veterans for your bravery, courage, and service!”