South Bay's Neighbor
Amanda Lavender
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,
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!
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Saladino And Blakeman Announce Free $25 Farmers’ Market Coupons For Senior Citizens
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announce that income-eligible 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 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 wellbeing 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
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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).
sourced produce,” added County Executive Blakeman.
The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and Mobile Farm Stand are sponsored by the Nassau 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) 2278900.
Let us know about your honors, awards, promotions and other announcements. They are always welcome. Photos can be emailed as well. Send them to editorial@ longislandmediagroup. com.
“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
Summer Recreation Fosters Timeless Friendships
In a typical week, more than 1,000 students are roaming the classrooms, fields and playgrounds at the Massapequa School District’s six elementary schools. It’s another successful summer for the popular Summer Recreation Program, which ran from July 1 to Aug. 1.
Those students are joined by hundreds of high school and college-age counselors, as well as the building directors. The program creates connections among participants of all ages throughout the first half of summer vacation.
“I enjoy being a counselor because it helps me make better relationships with the kids,” said Colin Doherty, a Massapequa High School junior who is working for the third summer at East Lake Elementary School, which he once attended. “I want the kids to know you can always trust your counselors and if they ever need someone to talk to, we are here for them.”
Colin, who remembers looking up to his counselors when he was in the summer recreation program as a child, takes his responsibility seriously to ensure that students in his group are having fun, making new friends and staying safe. He and his fellow high school leaders know the key to
a successful summer is setting a positive example, always bringing a smile and working hard to relate to the younger children.
Junior Kayla DiIorio, who works with a group of girls entering kindergarten and first grade, loves getting to know the children and seeing their different personalities.
“All of them are different and fun to hang out with,” she said, adding that this gives her experience if she decides to pursue a childcentered career.
During a typical day at summer recreation, the groups rotate through different stations including the art room, game room, snack, playground, indoor sports and outdoor sports. Each school hosts several special events throughout the summer. Students make ceramics, decorate hats, stuff bears and tie dye T-shirts. There are performances from Alex the Magician, Mad Science and My Reptile Guys. They get treats on ice cream, pizza, pretzel and smoothie days. Each school also hosts a block party or carnival day with a dunk tank, face painting and games created by the counselors.
Campers can also sign up for any of the field trips that take place throughout the summer such as bowling, Dave and Busters, Long Island Children’s Museum,
miniature golf and the movies.
The elementary program is open to students entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Students going into ninth grade can serve as volunteers while 10th12th graders can work as high school leaders. After graduating, they can work as college assistants and are all CPR and AED certified. The building directors are certified teachers.
“Those who are interested in working for summer recreation go through a rigorous hiring process,” summer recreation Coordinator
Dani Shehada said, noting that applicants must get letters of recommendation from teachers and commit to all five weeks of the program. “Summer recreation staff create a wide-range of events that cater to different interests, ensuring that every child can find something they enjoy. The counselors are responsible for guiding and mentoring campers. This role fosters a sense of responsibility and enhances teamwork abilities, essential traits for future academic and career endeavors. Additionally, counselors often form lasting friendships with both peers and campers, creating a supportive community that can be invaluable.”
The dunk tank was a highlight of the block party on July 25, one of the special events this summer at McKenna Elementary School’s camp. Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Pajama day was a hit at Lockhart’s camp.
Campers and counselors at East Lake Elementary School had fun in the art room.
McKenna fourth grader Gabriel Palmerin was excited for his cotton candy at the block party from college assistant and Class of 2025 graduate Larsen Sullivan.
Town Of Oyster Bay’s 2025 Music Under The Stars & Movies By Moonlight
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Special One-Stop Passport Weekend
To help residents looking to obtain new passports, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca announced that his office will offer a special one-stop Passport Weekend on Saturday, August 9th and Sunday, August 10th from 9am to 3pm at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa. Residents are required to book appointments in advance.
“Residents looking to apply for a new passport are invited to visit Town Hall during Passport Weekend to receive assistance,” said Town Clerk LaMarca. “We can help you with organizing your documents, obtaining a photo and submitting the documents for approval.”
Requirements for applying for a passport include:
• One 2x2 color photograph with a clear view of the applicant’s face against a plain white or light colored background. Photos will also be available for $10 at both Town Halls North and South during Passport Weekend.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship
– Previously issued undamaged U.S. passport, certified birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification
of Birth, Naturalization Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship.
• Proof of Identity –Naturalization Certificate, Valid Driver’s License (cannot have been issued or renewed in the last six months), Current Government ID (city, state or federal), Current Military ID (military and dependents).
• This service does NOT apply to Adult Renewals unless your Passport is expired for 5+ years.
Town Clerk LaMarca has offices located at Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. Passport appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and during this special Passport Weekend. For appointments in Oyster Bay, please call (516) 6246324. For appointments in Massapequa, please call (516) 797-7962.
For information on passport requirements and processing times, as well as instructions for passport renewals, visit www.travel. state.gov.
Free Child ID Card Program Held In Massapequa
New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso (R - Massapequa Park), in coordination with Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy, and the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office recently held a free Operation Safe Child ID Card program at Marjorie Post Community Park Pool in Massapequa.
The Nassau County DA’s child ID program, Operation Safe Child, provides parents with an identification card for their children containing pertinent physical information to give law enforcement officials a head start on a missing child. The child ID card includes the child’s name,
birthdate, age, gender, hair and eye color, height and weight, fingerprints, and a high-resolution digital photo.
If you are a Nassau County resident and would like more information on this program, please contact the Nassa County District Attorney’s Office at 516-571-3800.
Assemblyman Michael Durso and the Persichetti Family
SNAP
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Island Harvest provides free referrals and free assistance for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
over the phone, and you do not have to go to the Department of Social Services. Island Harvest can walk you through the online application by telephone or complete a short intake and submit the online application for you. Give us a call today! 631-873-4775
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The Michele & Mark Goodman Team
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