August 14, 2024 Amityville by Long Island Media Group

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AUGUST HAPPENINGS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17

11:00AM-12:00PM

SUPERHEROES OF THE SKY

Take a walking tour with Jim while he feeds Birds of Prey and tells you about their incredible adaptations that help them survive in the wild. Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344

MONDAY, AUGUST 19

6:00PM – 7:00PM

THE POWER OF MOVEMENT

Join physical therapist Catherine Tuppo at the Babylon Library, 24 S. Carll Ave., as she discusses the health beneﬁts of activity and exercise, and how you can get active and stay active. Please register for this program. For more information, please call 631-669-1624

OPENING RECEPTION

6:30 PM

ELLA FITZGERALD AND TONY BENNETT EXHIBIT

The Ella Fitzgerald and Tony Bennett exhibits opening at the Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. Tickets: $25 General Admission. For more information, please call 631-751-1895

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21

10:00AM-2:00 PM

DRIVE BY FOOD DRIVE

Join with Mercy Haven, 859 Connetquot Ave., in Islip Terrace, as they gather for a day of Food Collection with members of

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the community, neighbors and supporters. For more information, please call 631-277-8300

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22

2:00PM-3:30 PM

PRE-RETIREES, RETIREES, AND PART-TIME RETIREES WORKSHOP

Are you embarking on retirement while others closest to you are still entrenched in their careers, or focused on other things? You are not alone. This workshop is designed to provide valuable insights and suggestions to help you thrive in this next chapter of your life. FREE, IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Rockville Centre Library, 221 N. Village Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. Use the link below to register: https://www.rvclibrary.org/ or call 516-766-6257

6:00PM-7:00PM GARDEN LECTURE

You can have garden interest 12 months a year! Experience a pictorial tour through the garden to see how interest can keep going during any season, even in the winter! Presented by Lee Miller, Landscaper Designer and author of 4 books. Hosted by the Paumanacke Garden Club at the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue Wantagh. Free. For more information, please contact paumanackegc@gmail.com

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

10:00AM-1:30PM

KIWANIS CLUB OF WANTAGH FOOD DRIVE

King Kullen, 1340 Wantagh Ave. in Wantagh. Non-perishable foods and baby essentials are all needed. A list will be given out before entering the store to residents that are interested in participating. Cash donations are always welcome. The food drive will beneﬁt two Wantagh food pantries: St. Francis Food Pantry and St. Jude Episcopal Food Pantry.

9:00AM-2:00PM

CHILDREN'S SNAPPER DERBY Children's Snapper Derby in partnership with NY Coalition for Recreational Fishing at Captree Fuel Bait & Tackle, 3500 East Ocean Parkway in Babylon. For more information, please Contact Senator Monica R. Martinez's Ofﬁce at 631-341-7111

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

11:00AM-6:00PM

31st LIMM ANNUAL SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

Don't miss Long Island Maritime Museum's Premier Event, 31st Annual Seafood Festival. Featuring Live Music, Crafts & Seafood! The festival is held on the grounds of the Long Island Maritime Museum located at 88 West Avenue in West Sayville. The Seafood Festival is the Long Island Maritime Museum’s premier annual fundraiser. Find out more at www.limmseafoodfestival. org, or call 631-HISTORY, 631-447-8679

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Copiague Youth League Baseball & Softball Champions

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Newspapers have helped shape the world for decades, serving as invaluable resources that highlight both national and local news, retail information, cultural events, and much more. Although several newspapers now offer online versions of their publications, many readers remain partial to print versions. Those who purchase printed newspapers daily or subscribe to home delivery should consider recycling the papers to protect the planet. According to the environmental resource EarthEcho International, recycling a single run of the Sunday issue of The New York Times - or a comparable paper’s Sunday edition - would save 75,000 trees.

Beach Toy Depot

For The Amityville Village Beach

BEACH TOY DEPOT - The Kiwanis Club of Amityville NY, designed and built a Beach Toy Depot for the Amityville Village Beach. This allows children to use a beach toy for the day at the beach. They also can donate an unwanted beach toy. Many thanks to the Amityville Village DPW for transporting and installing. Pictured are members of the Amityville Kiwanis Club, Village Board members, Beach personal and beach goers. Interested in joining the Kiwanis Club? For membership info contact: kschmidt7@ optonline.net Follow on facebook:AmityvilleKiwanisClub

COPIAGUE

CHAMPIONS - The girls Copiague Youth Leagues Majors softball team won 8-7 over Lindenhurst C Bracket Championship. The boys Copiague Youth Leagues 8U Baseball team won 17-2 over West Islip C Bracket Championship.

EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

Scholastic Sports Teaches Valuable Lessons

Summer Academic Success Program For

Amityville’s Youngest Learners

Students in grades pre-K-2 in the Amityville School District have celebrated several weeks of interactive learning during their Summer Academic Success Program at Northwest Elementary School.

Students participated in numerous activities such as camping, picnics, arts and crafts, and they created tasty smores. The program has featured students from both Northeast Elementary School and Northwest Elementary School. Photos courtesy of Amityville Union Free School District

5 Smart Ways To Prep For Back-To-School Without The Stress

Whether the new school year means your kids will be heading back to the classroom, learning remotely, or a mix of both, back-to-school will most likely be stressful. Thinking ahead can help prepare everyone for a new way of learning, and simplify the transition from the slow ease of summertime to the bustle of the school year. Follow these tips so that everyone is ready when the first bell rings.

1. Resume the Routine. Summertime schedules are often lax, but a more structured routine is important during the school year. At least a week before classes start, reestablish set bedtimes and mealtimes to ease everyone back into school year habits. Even if children are remote-learning this fall, keep first day of school traditions alive with their favorite

breakfast, pictures and a first day of school outfit.

2. Simplify Shopping. Create a checklist of items you’ll need to buy, as well as plan out where you’ll make purchases. Check school dress codes and required supply lists before you head out, so you don’t have to make multiple trips. In addition to the usual supplies, stock up on extra face masks, personal tissues and hand sanitizer. If your child will be learning virtually, you may want to consider adding items to the list like extra USB chargers and ports, noisecancelling headphones – to help older siblings concentrate – and even blue light filtering glasses for kids that will be in front of a computer or tablet more than usual.

3. Set Up a Homework Station. A dedicated

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space to store supplies and paperwork is key to staying organized. Let kids take pride in this space so they want to spend time studying there by having them create their own accessories and decorating them to their liking. Duck Tape provides an easy, inexpensive way to add flair to school gear. Cover notebooks and folders in a favorite Duck Tape design, customize desk organizers and décor with cool ontrend colors, or craft one-of-a-kind creations, like pencil pouches and tablet covers. Available in more than 250 colors, designs and licenses, there’s a roll to suit any kid’s style.

4. Stick to the Schedule. Once the hustle and bustle of the school year kicks into high gear, it’s important that students, parents

and teachers stay on track. Find a unique way to display activities, homework or personal messages to your kids like a “quote of the day.” You can use colored tape and chalkboard tape to outline a fun activity chart on a dry erase board or chalkboard easel. In addition to todo lists and homework assignments, make sure to include outdoor time for recess and opportunities for arts and crafts. At the end of each day, sit together to check off everything that’s been completed and help your kids update the schedule for the next day – this way they stay engaged and excited for what’s to come.

5. Label Supplies. Kids are forgetful and it’s easy for supplies to become misplaced or swapped with other children. To ease your mind about

your child sharing pencils or accidentally grabbing the wrong backpack, have a night where you sit down and label supplies with colorful Duck Tape. Your child can select favorite colors and customize folders for each subject. If learning from home, this is also

great way to prevent “he stole my pencil” arguments amongst siblings.

For more back-toschool craft projects and DIY inspiration, visit duckbrand.com.

Simple preparations can help your family adjust to a new schedule and new school year. (StatePoint)

Stay Sun-Safe This Summer With Free Skin Cancer Screenings At Jones Beach

As families across Long Island are enjoying their last few weeks of summer sun, it’s the perfect time to remind everyone of the importance of sunsafety. On Sunday, August 18, don’t miss an interactive, fun, educational and free event for the whole family that promotes sun safety and provides information about preventing skin cancer.

Center and Stony Brook Dermatology Associates in coordination with the Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign and sponsored by Pfizer and La Roche Posay, will also feature carnival style educational games, free giveaways and healthcare resources for skin cancer concerns.

including prevention and resources for skin cancer screening.

WHEN: Sunday, August 18, 2024 Skin Cancer Screenings

11 AM to 2 PM

Education and Resources 10 AM to 2 PM

Stony Brook Medicine dermatologists will be on hand offering free skin cancer screenings. Screenings are appropriate for those 18 years and older.

The event hosted by Stony Brook Cancer

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. with 1 in 5 people being diagnosed with it in their lifetime. Stony Brook healthcare experts will be on hand to answer questions and provide resources pertaining to sun safety,

WHERE: Jones Beach State Park 1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793

Look for the Stony Brook Cancer Center banner.

Closest parking lot is Parking Lot 6.

Photo courtesy of StatePoint

The Great South Bay Community Oyster Garden Volunteers Wanted!

We are growing thousands of baby oysters at our community oyster gardens graciously hosted in crates at the docks of Babylon & Bay Shore Yacht Clubs. Volunteers are wanted to help maintain the gardens by cleaning up the crates, then counting & measuring the baby oysters to track their growth.

Great hands on experience for allscouts and families welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

We recommend clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and/or wet. See below to volunteer for one or more days.

Babylon - Sundays from 1-3 PM Bay Shore - Tuesdays from 9-11 AM Community service available.

Volunteer here: https:// www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C084EA9AE2BA2FDCE9-50158169community?mc_cid=c3a546c8e1&mc_ eid=51d1e63712#/

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Kindergartners Tour The Nassau County Firefighters Museum And Education Center

Kindergartners in the Amityville School District took a field trip to the Nassau County Firefighters Museum

Education Center in Uniondale during week three of their Summer Academic Success Program. In addition to learning fire safety, the students got

to view a wide variety of fire apparatus from 1834 to present day. The museum’s collection includes hand pulled carts, horse drawn steamers, ladder trucks, pumpers and tankers.