Ryan’s Case for Smiles was founded in 2007 with a simple goal: to create and distribute whimsical pillowcases that give children an emotional boost and remind them that they are not defined by their illness. Through the efforts of WCF Craft Committee Chair Barbara Hoerner, the club was made aware of the wonderful work of this nonprofit organization. Pictured: WCF Members with Donations: L-R: Gayle Garthwaite, Barbara Hoerner, Lynda Leone, WCF Pres., Lynn Cahill, Maria Ortolani (not shown Nancy Carman, Angelina Dunlop, Ann Lomonte)
Catholic Health is bringing comprehensive outpatient health care services to communities surrounding the Nassau/Suffolk border. Enjoy easy access to urgent care, outstanding primary care as well as the nationally recognized cardiovascular services of St. Francis Heart Center and other specialties. Whether you need routine care, urgent treatment or more specialized services, Catholic Health is here to support your health and wellness.
Women’s Club Of Farmingdale Sews Whimsical Pillowcases For Ryan’s Case For Smiles
A hospital experience can be terrifying and traumatic for both a child and their family, many of whom experience moderate to severe symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). While others strive to find a cure, Ryan’s Case for Smiles helps with the stress and
emotional impact of illness with resources and tools to help families better understand and cope with the experience. Ryan’s Case for Smiles was founded in 2007 with a simple goal: to create and distribute whimsical pillowcases that give children an emotional boost and remind them
that they are not defined by their illness.
Through the efforts of WCF Craft Committee Chair Barbara Hoerner, the club was made aware of the wonderful work of this non-profit organization. In addition to the whimsical pillowcases, Ryan’s Case for Smiles accepts
handmade baby blankets, surgical caps and newborn hats. Throughout the club year, WCF members sewed, knitted and crocheted 57 colorful and whimsical pillowcases, 9 crocheted/ knitted newborn hats, 19 surgical caps and 8 baby blankets. These members included Lynne Cahill, Nancy Carman, Angelina Dunlop, Gayle Garthwaithe, Barbara Hoerner, Ann Lomonte, and Maria Ortolani.
On July 15, a meeting was set up by Barbara Hoerner, with help from her daughters, Tracey DeTommaso and Jill Thornton to meet at Good Samaritan Hospital to deliver these donations.
Jill Thornton, MS, RN, ANP, Professor/Academic Chair, Nursing, Suffolk County Community College, Eastern Campus, arranged
for Nancy McNeill, EdDMCH Director, Good Samaritan Hosp., to meet WCF President Lynda Leone, Maria Ortolani and Barbara at the entrance and take them for a brief tour of the pediatric unit and introduce the group to other staff members from this unit including: Susan Leggio (NM Mother Baby), Leah Spare-Krauss, (CNS NICY), Melissa Coon (MN PICU/PEDS), Janet Stevens, (CNL, CNE, L&D/AP/MFM), Danielle Patterson (Child Life Specialist) and Ericka Casteletti, (CNE, PICU/ PEDS). All were so grateful for these colorful handmade and much-needed items.
For more information on Ryan’s Case for Smiles , please go to: caseforsmiles. app.neoncrm.com.
The Women’s Club of Farmingdale, a local 501-C3 non-profit organization, is always interested in welcoming new members. For more information, please email: lyndaleone@ gmail.com or jude523@ aol.com. #IAMGFWC
Submitted by Maria Ortolani, Publicity Chair
Research has shown that reducing stress minimizes trauma and improves outcomes. Ryan’s Case for Smiles has partnered with leading pediatric stress researchers to provide families with information, activities and tools to help make sense of the many different emotions, feelings and reactions they experience with the hope that these resources will provide helpful tips for taking care of themselves and their child, both in the hospital and after they return home.
Encouraging children to be physically active can be an important step in helping them to be healthier later in life. The Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) says active kids are more likely to become healthy adults. Studies have shown that being physically active and making smart food choices while young can lead to a reduced risk of developing many serious health conditions later in life, which can include diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, heart disease, and even certain cancers. Developing fitness skills early in life is a wise choice. Families can work together to help kids get on paths to better health and to become more active.
WCF Members with Donations: L-R: Gayle Garthwaite, Barbara Hoerner, Lynda Leone, WCF Pres., Lynn Cahill, Maria Ortolani (not shown Nancy Carman, Angelina Dunlop, Ann Lomonte)
Good Samaritan Hosp. Staff and WCF Members: L-R: Susan, Leah, Nancy, (WCF members: Babara Hoerner, Lynda Leone WCF Pres., Maria Ortolani), Melissa, Janet, Danielle, Ericka
Town Of Oyster Bay’s 2025 Music Under The Stars & Movies By Moonlight
Concerts begin at 8:00 PM unless otherwise noted. No seating prior to 4:00 PM.
Pre-movie activities begin at 6:00 PM. Movies begin at sundown. There are no rain facilities. All shows will be held outdoors, weather permitting. For additional information call 797-7925, visit www.oysterbaytown.com or like us on Facebook @TOWNOFOYSTERBAY
AUGUST HAPPENINGS
FRI., AUGUST 8th
SAT., AUGUST 9th
9:30AM-3:00PM
INDOOR/OUTDOOR YARD SALE
Community Presbyterian Church, 1843 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For more information, please call 631-242-0221. Rain or Shine.
SAT., AUGUST 9th
10:00AM-9:30PM
Grand Entry: 12 Noon & 7pm
SUN., AUGUST 10th
10:00AM-5:00PM
Grand Entry: 12 Noon
PAUMANAUKE POW-WOW
The Paumanauke Native American Festival Inc., The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts (BACCA), and the Town of Babylon proudly present the 43rd Paumanauke Pow-Wow at Tanner Park in Copiague. This twoday, family-friendly festival of Native American culture features Indigenous dance and dance competitions, traditional drums, native foods, and plenty of audience participation. For more information contact BACCA: 631-587-3696 / info@babylonarts.org Gerry Goodlin: 516-495-6076
MON., AUGUST 11th
8:15AM-12:15PM
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 147 Park Ave. in Amityville. August 11 through August 15. Bible lessons, music, games, crafts, snacks and more. It's all FREE. Ages 4-year-old through sixth grade. To register at vbspro.events/p/8265d0. For more information, please call 631-264-0763
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
TUES., AUGUST 12th
11:00AM-4:00PM
31st ANNUAL
CLAM SHUCKING CONTEST
West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition For Long Island, Inc. Shuckin’ Fun in the Sun. Fun For Kids Too! Corn Husking Face Painting. Bay Shore Marina, South Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore. For more information, please call 631-669-7770 Email: info@wibcc.org Website: www.wibcc.org
7:00PM
REPUBLIC AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING
7150 Republic Airport, Room 201, in Farmingdale. For information call 631752-7707 x6109 or email: contactus@ republicairport.net
SAT., AUGUST 16th
2:00PM
SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK SERIES at Brookside Park, W. Sayville
Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "Much Ado About Nothing," a comedy by William Shakespeare. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. *Schedule subject to change Shakespeare in the Park is made possible through a grant from the Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs. For more information visit Isliparts.org, or call 631-888-3525
SUN., AUGUST 24th
1:00PM-5:00PM OPEN HOUSE
Join Us for the Science of Spirituality Meditation Center's 21st Anniversary Celebration Open House. An amazing day featuring special guest speakers,
Property Owners Invited To Register For Tax Exemptions
Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) is partnering with the Nassau County Department of Assessment to bring the Homeowner Exemption Liaison Program (HELP) to the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735, on Wednesday, Sept. 3, Noon – 2 p.m.
prior to the scheduled end time for the event, and to bring copies of their 2024 federal and state income tax returns and other required documentation for completing the application.
introductory meditation sessions, vegetarian cooking demos, yoga demonstrations, live music, a tour of the garden & grounds, an outdoor picnic, and more. Open to all and free of charge. For more information, please call 631-8227979, Infotristate@sos.org. Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 79 County Line Road, Amityville, NY 11701.
2:00PM
SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK SERIES at Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Great River Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "Much Ado About Nothing," a comedy by William Shakespeare. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. *Schedule subject to change Shakespeare in the Park is made possible through a grant from the Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs. For more information visit Isliparts.org, or call 631-888-3525
WED., AUGUST 27th
5:00PM-8:00PM DROP-OFF DRUG EVENT
International Overdose Awareness Day. The Lindenhurst Moose Lodge, Lindenhurst Community Cares, CASJ, and Suffolk County Police C.O.P.E. have joined forces to create a united front in preventing addiction and overdose deaths in our community. Please bring your prescription medications for safe disposal to: Lindenhurst Moose Lodge #1421, 883 South Broadway, in Lindenhurst. Anyone who drops oft medicine will receive a raffle ticket for a prize! Together we can make a difference!
During HELP events, Department of Assessment staff provide homeowners with individual assistance with completing and filing applications for veteran, senior citizen, Cold War veteran, volunteer firefighter and ambulance worker, and limited-income disability exemptions.
Enhanced STAR applications will also be processed for homeowners already enrolled in the STAR program prior to Jan. 2, 2015.
HELP sessions are from noon to 2 p.m. Participants are asked to arrive no later than one half-hour
“Nassau County residents deserve every opportunity to lower their taxes and reduce their cost of living, and the HELP program is outstanding tool for ensuring that you are receiving the full complement of exemptions that you have earned,” Deputy Minority Leader Drucker said. “I am proud to once again be working with the Department of Assessment to bring these expert resources directly to our homeowners so that they can get the handson assistance they need to complete and submit their applications in one convenient setting.”
For more information or to receive a list of necessary documentation, call the Nassau County Department of Assessment at 516-5711500.
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Liquid Iron
STAY COOL AS SUMMER WINDS DOWN
Though few people consider the end of summer a cause for celebration, the weather outside need not preclude men and women from enjoying a cool and refreshing beverage. Those who simply can’t say “so long” to summer may want to find a nearby patio, pull up a chair and pour themselves a glass of “Liquid Iron” courtesy of Brian Preston-Campbell’s “Cool Waters” (Harvard Common Press). Not only is the following drink refreshing and cool for those waning hot days before summer officially goes away, but it’s also a great source of iron and calcium.
Makes 6 servings
2 stalks red Swiss chard, chopped
1⁄4 cup chopped spinach leaves
1⁄4 cup chopped purple kale
1 teaspoons loose green tea leaves
6 cups still water
DIRECTIONS:
1. Place the chard, spinach, kale, and tea leaves in a blender with 1 cup of the water. Purée until fairly smooth, about 1 minute.
2. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, using a ladle or rubber spatula to extract as much juice as possible. Add the remaining water, stir gently, and serve.
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 12TH, 13TH & 14TH 6-8:30PM
AUGUST 16TH 11-2PM
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for September 14th~Free to Exhibit & Attend
Calling all artists! Showcase your talent at Farmingdale’s 15th Annual Art in the Park Exhibit, Show & Sale on Sunday, September 14th, 11 am – 3 pm, on the Village Green. It is free to exhibit artwork (artists must register in advance to participate) and Ribbons will be awardedfirst, second, third place and honorable mention.
The Farmingdale School District participates, displaying the magnificent artwork of students each
year - Clothesline art.
Visit the Village website community events page, or stop by Village Hall for the artist application/details. The event is planned by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee. Rain date is September 21st. Farmingdale Village Green, 361 Main Street.
The weekly Sunday Farmers Market by Schneiders Farm will be held in front of the firehouse, 10am – 2 pm. While in the Village remember to
shop and dine downtown! Follow Farmingdale Village Events on Facebook: @farmingdale11735, Instagram: @ farmingdalevillagenyevents. Farmingdale Village… The Place to Be! Long Island’s Downtown Destination! www.farmingdalevillage. com www.facebook.com/ farmingdale11735
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External Diploma Program
The National External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a high school equivalency diploma without the challenge of taking lengthy timed examinations. NEDP, is a competency based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home.
Successful candidates for NEDP include former ESL students, students who have been out of school for prolonged periods of time, or students who fare better without the structure of tests. This program is an alternative to other programs.
Anyone interested should call Western Suffolk BOCES to meet with a counselor. Call 667-6000, Ext. 327 to register.
Saladino And Blakeman Announce Free $25 Farmers’ Market Coupons
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announce that incomeeligible adults aged 60 and over can now receive free $25 coupon booklets from the New York State Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). These coupons can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized farmers’ markets and farm stands.
“We are committed to enhancing the quality of life
(StatePoint) While most people picture the beloved honey bee when they think about bees, North America actually has 4,000 species of native bees, many of which are busy right now.
“Throughout spring and summer, these insects dutifully pollinate crops and wildflowers, playing a vital role in fostering healthy ecosystems,” says Clay Bolt, manager of Pollinator Conservation and Great Plains communications, World Wildlife Fund.
According to Bolt, native bee species are beautifully varied in their appearance, behaviors, feeding habits and habitats.
They can be striped, metallic, fuzzy, thin and rotund, in a spectrum of colors. The world’s smallest species—the Euphorb minifairy bee—is only found
for our senior residents,” said Supervisor Saladino. “The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is an excellent initiative that helps seniors maintain a healthy diet while enjoying the fresh produce our local markets have to offer. It is important for us to provide opportunities that support the well-being of our older adults, and this program does just that by making nutritious food more accessible.”
The $25 Farmers’ Market coupon distribution will take
place on Monday, August 11th from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Hicksville Community Center, located at 28 West Carl Street, Hicksville and Thursday, August 21st from 10 AM to 12 PM at the North Massapequa Community Center, located at 214 North Albany Ave., North Massapequa. Coupons will be distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis, with a limit of one booklet per person per year. Coupons can be used at the Country Fresh Farmingdale
Farmers’ Market, located at Village Green, 316 Main Street, Farmingdale, open Sundays from 10 AM to 2 PM (June 1 - November 23), at Deep Roots Farmers’ Market, located at 100 Garvies Point Road, Glen Cove, open Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM (May 31 – November 1) and at the Seaford Farmers’ Market, located at Seaford LIRR Parking Lot 3, Sunrise Hwy. & Washington St., open Saturdays from 7 AM to 12 PM (June 7December 27).
“By participating in this program, our seniors can enjoy the benefits of fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, while supporting the local economy. I encourage all eligible seniors to take advantage of this wonderful program and experience the health benefits of fresh, locally sourced produce,” added County Executive Blakeman.
The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and Mobile Farm Stand are sponsored by the Nassau
4,000 Reasons To Love Bees
in southern deserts. At 2 millimeters, it is about as long as a U.S. nickel is thick. Different bee species fly at different times—early morning, daytime or night. Many emerge seasonally in spring or summer, while others remain hidden underground for years awaiting summer monsoons. Bees inhabit diverse environments, from cold mountain peaks to beaches. Generalist species visit many flower types, while specialists pollinate only specific flowers. And unlike bumble bees and other hive-dwelling bee species, such as honey bees and stingless bees, over 70% of the world’s bee species are in fact solitary, hardworking moms who quietly nest in overlooked places like decomposing logs and alongside garden paths.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “what is a bee?” you might be surprised to learn that they are vegetarian wasps. However, unlike their wasp relatives, which often feed their young protein in the form of paralyzed insects and the hamburger they might steal from your picnic table, most bees provide their offspring with protein made from pollen mixed with nectar. The mother bee compacts these materials into a pellet and places it within her nest cavity, lays a single egg atop the mixture, then seals the chamber where the young bee will develop entirely without maternal assistance.
How can you help bees?
Sadly, bees face threats to their survival, but there are steps you can take to help
protect them.
Bees need healthy, pesticide-free foods throughout their lives. This is one of the greatest gifts you can offer these pollinators, especially because parks and gardens often grow flowers that only bloom during peak summer. By planting a variety of plants that flower from early spring through autumn, the number of native bees and other pollinators visiting your garden will increase exponentially.
“Through small acts of kindness, you can transform the lives of these remarkable creatures, while filling your heart with profound hope and wonder as you witness their delicate yet ongoing care of our shared world,” says Bolt.
The recently celebrated World Bee Day also kicked
County Office for the Aging, the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets, the New York State Department of Health, the New York State Office for the Aging, and the USDA Food and Nutrition Service. To find additional farmers’ markets participating in the SFMNP Coupon Program, please visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/ farmersmarkets. For more information, call the Nassau County Office for the Aging at (516) 227-8900.
off World Wildlife Fund’s new “Stories of Hope and Wonder,” an ongoing series that connects people to the wonder of nature and offers hope for a future benefiting both people and wildlife.
Each month, “Stories of Hope and Wonder” will feature a different species overcoming some of nature’s toughest obstacles
to ensure its survival. To access these stories, visit www.worldwildlife.org/ hopeandwonder. Bees are industrious creatures that are essential to vital food systems and healthy ecosystems. While bees are at risk, individuals can make all the difference in their own backyards.
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