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Small-town charm, big-city access, RVC pride.
Rockville Centre exudes a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village is known for its strong sense of community, with residents actively involved in local events and organizations. The downtown area is lively and pedestrian-friendly, offering a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.
City Snapshot
Population
26,016
County
Nassau County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$147,361
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This Week
Art in the Park at Camel Playground
2026-08-24 at 2:00 PM
Admissions Information Session (online)
2026-08-24 at 4:00 PM
Jones/Jordan Group
2026-08-24 at 6:00 PM
Science of Reading Full Day Kickstart: Essential Literacy Foundations for a Strong Year *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-08-25 at 8:30 AM
Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Gr 6-12) *for ADMIN* VIRTUAL 3-hour workshop facilitated by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-11:30am
2026-08-25 at 8:30 AM
Community Leaders
