On April 4, New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Councilman Chris Schneider, Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, Legislator Michael Giangregorio, Supervisor Don Clavin, Legislator John Ferretti, and Project Thank A Cop at the Long Island Hot Stove Chris Carini Spring Blast Baseball Tournament at Seamans Neck Park. The evening was spent remembering the legacy of Councilman Christopher Carini, celebrating America’s past time, and supporting local young athletes. Senator Rhoads wished all those playing this year a fun and exciting season.
APRIL HAPPENINGS
THURS., APRIL 24th
1:45PM–7:30PM
BLOOD DRIVE
Levittown Fire Department with Senator Steve Rhoads 120 Gardiners Avenue, Levittown Follow the link to schedule an appointment: https://Donate. nybc.org/Donor/Schedules/ Drive_schedule/323184 or call 1-800 933-BLOOD. For more information, or help scheduling an appointment, please contact Ron Hlawaty at ronhlawaty@yahoo.com or Jodie Behrens email resqchick048@gmail. com. Appointments Preferred. Walk-Ins Welcome!
5:30PM-10:45pm
BENEFIT CONCERT DINNER
LIU Post's student-run radio station, The Wave, is holding an event that's open to the public to raise money for the Save The Music Foundation. Location: Long Island University Post Campus, Winnick Dining Hall(Lower level). Purchase tickets at bio@ thesoundofliu on Instagram - 100% of the proceeds go to the Save The Music Foundation. For more information, please contact: Avery Cochikas 516965-5133 Avyerini.Cochikas@my.liu. edu
6:30PM A NIGHT IN MONTE CARLO
The Heritage Club in Farmingdale is hosting a A Night in Monte Carlo. Cocktail reception, followed by an elegant buffet dinner and extensive Viennese display. The event will feature casino gaming, raffle prizes and art pieces available for purchase
HOLIDAYS
12th - PASSOVER BEGINS
15th - TAXES DUE
20th - EASTER
22nd - EARTH DAY
MAKE A SUBMISSION!
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
and created by UCP-LI artists. Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island! To purchase tickets, please visit https://specialevents. ucp-li.org/2025MonteCarlo. For more information, please contact cschramm@ucp-li.org | 631-232-0011 ext. 450
SAT., APRIL 26th
10:00AM
ANNUAL ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION
The community is invited to the annual Arbor Day Celebration in Amityville at the corner of South Bayview Ave. and Bayview Pl. in Amityville. (south of Merrick Road). Get educational information on tree planting and maintenance and celebrate the day with a tree planting to beautify the open space known as The Mary Carroll Marsden Community Garden.
SUN., APRIL 27th
11:00AM-3:00PM
DOGGIE GARAGE SALE
Volunteers of Babylon Doggie Garage Sale. 691 S 9th St. in Lindenhurst. Lots of pet related items for dog, cats, guinea, pigs, and even reptiles. All proceeds support the residents of Babylon Animal Shelter. For more information: Babylonvolunteers@ gmail.com or call 516-606-5369
11:00AM-4:00PM
L.I.’S LARGEST CAR SHOW RETURNS
TO TOBAY BEACH
Long Island’s largest and most premier car show experience returns to TOBAY Beach. “Car Show Long Island” features hundreds of
automobiles, trucks, military vehicles, and emergency service vehicles. A live concert performed by That 70’s Band will take place day, followed by trophy presentations. The event is free for spectators. Grab a bite to eat from the food truck corral, and also check out numerous vendors and displays. A rain date of Saturday, May 3rd has been arranged. For more information, visit www.carshowli.com, call (516) 797-4121 or e-mail carshowli@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
2:00PM-4:00PM BOOK PRESENTATION
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet presents Robert Viagas's presentation of his book "Right This Way: A History of the Audience". The program covers a pop history of audiences through the ages - everything from the ancient Greeks, Lincoln's assassination, history of applause (and booing), group reactions at sports events up to and including binge-watching TV - what the audience experience brings us and how it may evolve in the 2020's. At the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 631-559-2915, www.isliphamlethistory.org.
MON, APRIL 28th
6:00PM PSYCHIC DINNER
Brunello Italian Kitchen, 1945 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park. One on One Psychic Reading, 3 Course Meal. Reservations required. For more information, please call Diane 516-6396903 or @ empoweredpathexpos
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Holocaust Survivor Emphasizes Determination, And Kindness
Holocaust survivor
Rosalie Simon told a powerful story of tragedy and triumph during her third annual visit to Seaford High School on April 8. The presentation was attended by sophomores who have been studying World War II. Ms. Simon’s visit was sponsored by the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. She was born in Prague and arrived at the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1944 before being liberated by Allied forces, along with her four sisters. In 1949, she came to the United States and currently lives in Floral Park. Her tale of survival captivated students,
who have been learning about the Holocaust. She explained that throughout her time in Auschwitz, she never gave up and her will to live never waned.
Donna Rosenblum, director of education for the Holocaust center, said Ms. Simon’s message of determination and perseverance remains relevant today. Ms. Simon explained how she raised her children to treat others kindly, another lesson that students took from the presentation.
“It made me realize how bad and terrible it was,” Matthew Allen said of the Holocaust. “She helped me envision it more and how scary it was to be alive during that time.”
Corinne Gustavson said it was powerful to hear the story of survival from a person who had a first-hand account and appreciated that the school provided students with this experience. Sydney
McEntee added that it is inspiring how Ms. Simon tells her story to others to ensure this will never happen again. For Meredith Goldberger, she was captivated by Ms. Simon’s ability to live with positivity despite the atrocities she experienced as a child.
A question and answer session followed her speech, and then she remained on stage for one-on-one conversations with students. Following Ms. Simon’s presentation, sophomores will be reading “Night” by Elie Wiesel, a personal memoir about his survival as a teenager after being sent to Auschwitz.
“As the years pass,”
Assistant Principal Melanie Judson said, “we will have less and less opportunities to hear first-hand accounts of the Holocaust, and with antisemitism on the rise, it’s important that we expose our students to these meaningful experiences.”
Harbor Students Go On An Evening Math And Science Quest
Seaford Harbor Elementary School students had a magical time exploring math and science during the annual STEAM night on April 3. The event featured handson projects and lively demonstrations. This year’s theme was “Happily Ever STEAM Night,” as it was a followup to the fairy tale-themed literacy night earlier in the year. Students were dazzled during a math
magic show that educated students on real-world uses of numbers.
Students in grades K-2 attended the show while third, fourth and fifth graders visited different STEAM stations in the
gym. The two groups then switched halfway through the night. The activities focuses on collaboration, critical thinking and innovation. Students could make mazes out of various materials to help Little Red
Riding Hood get through the woods. At Huff, Puff and Build It, the young engineers built houses for the Three Little Pigs and then tested the durability of their creations with a hair dryer.
There was cup stacking, shadow puppets, a fairy tale costume design station and a spot to design a bridge for the Three Billy Goats Gruff.
A story of determination and a will to live inspired Seaford students, who met with Auschwitz survivor Rosalie Simon. Photo courtesy of the Seaford School District
A math magic show was part of the annual STEAM night at Seaford Harbor Elementary School.
Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
The cup-stacking challenge is a favorite spot every year.
Raynham Hall Museum Receives Highest National Recognition By American Alliance Of Museums
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that Raynham Hall Museum has achieved reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. All accredited museums must undergo a reaccreditation review at least every 10 years to maintain accredited status. Raynham Hall has been accredited since 1991.
“We congratulate the great work of everyone at Raynham Hall to achieve this wonderful recognition, which acknowledges its commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement,” said
Supervisor Saladino. “Raynham Hall is one of only 68 museums accredited in New York State and the only historic house museum on Long Island to achieve such status.”
Accreditation is a very rigorous but highly rewarding process that examines all aspects of a museum’s operations.
To earn accreditation, a museum first must conduct a year of self-study and then undergo a site visit by a team of peer reviewers. AAM’s Accreditation Commission, an independent and autonomous body of museum professionals, considers the self-study and visiting committee report to determine whether a museum should receive accreditation. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently accredited.
“We are so proud that
Raynham Hall Museum has, for the fifth time, achieved accreditation,” enthused Executive Director Harriet Gerard Clark. “Board leadership has been indispensable to this effort, especially Kay Hutchins Sato, chair
of our Reaccreditation Committee, and Dean Yoder, our Board president.”
Developed and sustained by museum professionals for over 50 years, the Alliance’s museum accreditation program is the field’s primary vehicle for quality
assurance, self-regulation, and public accountability. It strengthens the museum profession by promoting practices that enable leaders to make informed decisions, allocate resources wisely, and remain financially and ethically accountable to
provide the best possible service to the public.
About Raynham Hall Museum
Raynham Hall Museum was the home of Robert Townsend, a central member of George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring. The home was occupied for months at a time by British officer Lt. Col. John Graves Simcoe during the Revolutionary War. Transformed into a Victorian villa in the 1850s, the house offers two eras of interpretation, with the front of the house showcasing the colonial period of the Revolution, and the back of the house preserving a late 19th century Victorian aesthetic. Raynham Hall Museum is open every day except Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and located at 30 West Main Street in Oyster Bay; 516-922-6808; raynhamhallmuseum.org.
3 Ways To Celebrate And Enjoy National Parks This Spring New York State Senator Steve Rhoads Recognizes Seaford Knights of Columbus Community Leaders
From the geysers of Yellowstone to the lush forests of the Great Smoky Mountains, the country’s more than 400 National Parks are a national treasure. Here are three ways to celebrate and enjoy the parks this spring:
1. Celebrate National Park Week happening April 19 to April 27. Entrance fees will be waived on April 19 and the National Park Service parks, programs and partners will host events and activities all week. Follow National Park Week on social media and join the conversation online, or share your experiences, using #NationalParkWeek.
April 19th - April 27th
2. Listen to “My Park Story.” On this podcast, which is hosted by the National Park Service, people share their unique connections to the parks and the National Park Service in their communities.
3. Help preserve the beauty, natural environments and recreational opportunities that the National Parks provide by supporting organizations like the Sierra Club and the National Parks Conservation Association, which are working to guard against the many threats the parks are currently facing. (StatePoint)
New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined the Knights of Columbus Memorare Council #3476 in Seaford to honor several outstanding community members at their annual breakfast. Senator Rhoads was joined by Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray and Councilman Chris Schneider for the special event. Robert Wahl was recognized as Knight of the Year, Rose and John Falco were honored as Family of the Year, and Lisa Koeing was named Columbiette of the Year. Senator Rhoads congratulated each of the honorees and thanked them for their dedication and service to the council and the Seaford community.
MOTHER’S DAY DINNER
ANTIPASTO (Choose one)
•Hand Made Mozzarella Caprese
•Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (35-40 Pieces)
• Traditional Antipasto Platter
FIRST COURSE (Choose one)
•Penne alla Vodka
•Farfalle Primavera
•Baked Ziti
•Stuffed Shells
• Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage
MAIN COURSE
(Choose one)
• Pan-seared Norwegian Salmon with Seasonal Sautéed Veggies
•Chicken Marsala
•Chicken Francese
•Eggplant Parmigiana
•Pork Chop Caprese
•Steak Pizzaiola CALL
Package also includes one dozen dinner rolls. Orders must be placed by May 5th.
SALAD (Choose one)
• Spinach & Goat Cheese
•Giardinastro
•Garden
•Caesar
DESSERT (Choose one)
•Fresh Fruit Bowl
•10 Large Cannoli
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Lifeguard Employment Opportunities Available At Town Beaches
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that lifeguard employment opportunities are available at Town of Oyster Bay beaches, including north shore ‘calm water’ beaches and at TOBAY Ocean Beach. Job opportunities begin at a competitive starting salary of up to $18 per hour for all lifeguards.
“From having the opportunity to work at one of our beautiful Town beaches and building confidence, self-esteem, and leadership skills, to making new friends and helping others, working as a lifeguard is one of the best summer jobs around,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Our lifeguards provide an invaluable service in protecting our residents and have helped save countless lives in both pool and ocean waters.”
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Residents aged 16 and over with a Nassau County Grade II certification can seek employment at one of the Town’s ‘calm water’ beaches on the north shore, including Theodore Roosevelt Beach in Oyster Bay, Centre Island Beach in Bayville, Tappen Beach in Glenwood Landing, and Ransom and Stehli Beaches in Bayville. Residents 17 and older with a Nassau County Grade III certification can seek employment at TOBAY Beach, as an ocean lifeguard. Applicants must also possess a current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification. Lifeguards also have many future opportunities for advancement.
Town lifeguards are hired for the summer season, which runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. For all inquiries about lifeguard employment, please call 516-797-4131 or email aquatics@oysterbay-ny.gov.
New York Blood Center Declares
Blood Emergency
Help Needed - @ New York Blood Center has issued a blood emergency. The blood supply has dropped from 5 days to a 2-3 day supply, and 1-2 day supply of type O; NYBC warns this could signal more severe shortages in the weeks ahead. Please sign up to donate at a convenient donation location near you: smarturl.it/NYBC_ Urgent
Donating blood is safe and it only takes one hour. We are taking extra precautions to help prevent the person-to-person spread of COVID-19.
Donors can schedule appointments by calling 1-800-933-2566 or visiting www. nybc.org.
Recipe Of The Week: Pasta Primavera
Warmweather, blue skies and time spent outdoors are hallmarks of spring. Springtime is a season of rebirth and renewal. That’s evidenced by budding trees and the return of frolicking animals. Spring also can be a time to refresh meal-making. Now is the time to trade in those hearty, filling dishes that are perfect for cold winter nights for lighter fare. Recipes like “Pasta Primavera” from “Seasoned America” (William Morrow and Company, Inc.) by Chef Paul Prudhomme can be brought out in spring and enjoyed throughout the warmer seasons. In Italian, “primavera” means “spring,” making this classic, vegetable-infused pasta dish a favorite this time of year. The vegetable inclusions below can be switched out for your own favorite produce as well.
Makes about 8 cups
Seasoning Mix:
2 1/2 teaspoon dried sweet basil leaves
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup thin strips prosciutto
Directions:
2 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup sliced carrots (cut on the diagonal)
2 cups sliced zucchini
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 cup asparagus tips or 3/4 cups snow peas
1 cup chopped green onions
2 cups heavy cream
9 ounces of your favorite pasta
Combine the seasoning mix ingredients thoroughly in a small bowl.
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat. When oil is very hot, add the prosciutto, cauliflower, mushrooms, carrots, and zucchini. Add the butter and, as it melts, stir in the garlic and the seasoning mix. Stir in asparagus tips or snow peas and green onions. Stir well and cook just until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the cream and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium and cook until the sauce has thickened a bit, about 3 minutes.
Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, toss well and remove from the heat. Serve immediately.
