Cigars and spirt at East Meadow Fire Department's annual smokeout

The East Meadow Fire Department’s Engine Company No. 2 recently held its 3rd Annual Cigar Smokeout, drawing crowds of community members — and of course firefighters — who came out for a good time.

Held at the Fireman’s Benevolent Hall on Maple Avenue in East Meadow, a ticketed entry included three premium cigars, dinner, drinks, music and more. There were door prizes and a 50/50 raffle, along with other items to be won. Cigar packages could be purchased for an additional fee.

The event was sponsored by many local businesses, and was a major success.

“On behalf of the officers and members of Engine Copany No. 2, we would like to thank our sponsors and supporters who came out,” the company wrote on Facebook.

The fire department serves East Meadow and parts of Levittown and Salisbury, and is always seeking new members. Volunteering comes with benefits such as tax breaks, college scholarships, health checkups, life insurance, and a service award pension program, all at no cost to volunteers.

For more information on how to join, visit EastMeadowFD.com or call (516) 542-4565.