New Hyde Park, NY: Local police and fire departments and the Parker Jewish Institute presented the second annual “Sea of Lights” and Times-Square-style Ball-Drop celebration on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the Parker campus.
This festive event made New Year’s Eve special for Parker’s residents, patients and their families as well as Parker team members. The joyful occasion was highlighted by an in-house-built ball that outshined last year’s. Members of local fire departments contributed to the Sea of Lights celebration. After the ball drop, the outdoor merriment continued at Parker with refreshments and live music.
“The ‘Sea of Light’ celebration gives our residents and patients an opportunity to come together and enjoy a shared sense of community,” said Michael N. Rosenblut, President and CEO of Parker Jewish Institute. “Like many programs at Parker, this event promotes positivity and connection, which support overall well-being. We also want to recognize our first responders, not only on New Year’s Eve, but all year long. Their dedication to community safety helps make this celebration possible as we wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year.”
