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Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for June is America’s VetDogs

www.VetDogs.org/Neighbor

America’s VetDogs is a non-profit organization, headquartered in Smithtown. They train and provide service and guide dogs for veterans, activeduty military and first responders with disabilities.

This year they placed their 1000th service dog and reduced the waiting time to receive one from 2-3 years to 9-12 months. Long Island resident Nathan Gardner is one of many veterans who have benefited greatly from America’s VetDogs and he’s eager to share his experience in hopes that it inspire others whose lives could be changed with the help of a special canine friend.

Some years ago, Nathan, who comes from a family with a strong military background, got in a car accident. He was left without reliable transportation, which left him frustrated. He was faced with a lot of down time and eventually decided to visit a recruiting o ce in his spare time. “I walked into the Air Force recruitment o ce, because I knew I liked what they could o er me.” He soon joined and became part of the Air Force Security Forces. “I actually ended up loving the job, loving the career. I was very happy with it.”

He served for 5 years, primarily working in nuclear weapons security, where he was required to wear full battle gear. This included a plated vest, all his equipment, two weapons, a bag full of gear and ammunition. “The weight of everything I was carrying ended up taking a toll on me.” He later found out he had a herniated disc, which has worsened since he left the service. Eventually, he developed two herniated discs, sciatic nerve damage and an atrophied calf muscle, which led to ankle problems.

Nathan learned of America’s VetDogs through the Veterans Resource Center at Su olk County Community College. “A lot of the things I was reading in the brochure matched what I was looking for and what I needed,” he said. “I wish I knew about the program sooner.”

Nathan reached out to America’s VetDogs

and was able to be placed with a service dog at no cost. He met and trained with his service dog, Kenzo, in February of 2022.

“It had gotten to the point where I would lock up, fall to the ground and not be able to move,” he explained. “So Kenzo has been trained to get me help. Training with him has been a life-changing experience. He has taught me how to handle myself and my disability appropriately and I really like how my mindset has shifted into a more positive place.”

Nathan has been able to flourish in ways he never could without a service dog. He recently graduated from St. Joseph’s University and will begin pursuing an MBA this fall. He has served as Vice President of the Long Island Campus Chapter of the Student Veterans of America and has new self confidence that he couldn’t imagine having years ago.

“Accomplishing these things means a lot to me in terms of what my future can now look like,” said Gardner, who attended his recent college graduation ceremony with Kenzo, his service dog. “I’m the first person in my family to get an undergraduate degree and I’m pursuing my graduate degree. I’m very proud of that. Getting Kenzo has been one of the best things for me.”

If you would like to learn how to apply for a service dog or volunteer with the organization, please visit www.VetDogs. org/Neighbor or call 631.930.9090.

If your non-profit would like to be featured in this column,please email noellelambert@longislandmediagroup.com for consideration.

Nathan & Kenzo

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Summer Reading Club

Saturday, 6/24 through Saturday, 8/19

Join our Summer Reading club! For each book you read fill out a review slip and submit it at the Adult Reference Desk - you’ll receive a raffle ticket for a gift card to one of our Village shops! Open Saturday, June 24th through Saturday, August 19th.

Chef Rob’s Sloppy Joe Tacos & Fiesta Taco Dip

Monday, 6/26 at 6:00 pm

Join Chef Rob for a demonstration and tasting of his Sloppy Joe Tacos with a Fiesta Taco Dip. Registration is required. There is a non-refundable fee of $5.00 due at registration.

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DRONE ZONE FAMILY ACTIVITY

Visit the Cradle of Aviation Museum to fly a hand-sensor Scoot drone in their Drone Zone. Scoot drones are 360° sensor-guided hover drones. Drones for beginners and kids have never been easier. Free with museum admission. For more information visit cradleofaviation.org.

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PLANTING PRIDE FESTIVAL

Planting Fields Foundation is hosting their second annual Planting Pride Festival. It will feature live music, special guests, local vendor support, a panel discussion and much more. For more information about the event please contact Katie Walsh, Community Engagement Manager at kwalsh@plantingfields.org or 516-922-8680.

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SPRING MUSICALE

Sponsored by the Amityville Historical Society is the Spring Musicale featuring light Classical, Vintage, Popular tunes and selections played in Amityville in the early 1900's and late 1800's. Light refreshments will be served after the performance. Donation is $25 per person. Please call the Luader Museum Office at 631-598-1486 for more information.

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ROCK & ROLL HANDBELL CONCERT

St. Peter's Lutheran Church is hosting a free Pop! and Rock & Roll concert. For more information visit www.longislandresound.com.

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MASSAPEQUA FIRECRACKER 5K

The proceeds help fund Massapequa High School Track Scholarships. Rain or shine. All registrants receieve a T-shirt. Post race festival in Brady Park picnic area with ice-cold hand towels, food, drinks, and kids entertainment. For more information call 516-531-3323.

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ROCK & ROLL HANDBELL CONCERT

St James Summer Nights is a family fun night, gathered on the lawn of the St James Elementary School , and spreading into the street on Lake Avenue. It features a live band, vendors, food trucks and good vibes. Craft vendors, henna body art, free face painting, and more! Email Stjamescivic@yahoo.com for more information.

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TINY TOTS: FUN IN THE SUN

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parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. Children aged 3-5. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com and search for #NatureEdventure.

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SOUNDS ON THE SOUND

The Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Port Jefferson Sunset Cruise "Sounds on the Sound" which will be featuring the 12-piece Motown Tribute Band - Dr. K's Motown Revue. General admission is $45 and VIP tickets are $65. Admission includes a food box, one alcoholic drink, and snacks. Visit PortJeffChamber.com for more details and tickets.

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Join the Plattduetsche Volksfest Vereen to celebrate German culture and heritage with food, drink, dancing, vendors, games, raffles, music and more! Admission is $10 adults, children under 16 free. Visit parkrestaurant.com for more information.

this class, we will learn why it is important to eliminate toxic chemicals from your home and how to replace them with effective nontoxic cleaning products. You will be shown how to use basic household items such as baking soda, peroxide, vinegar and essential oils to create safer cleaning products, and make your own spray bottle of an allpurpose natural cleaner. There is a $10.00 nonrefundable materials fee due at registration.

Classic Film Club: Footlight Parade (1933) Wednesday,7/12 at 5:30 pm

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Mondays, 7/3, 10, 17, 24, & 31; 1:00 – 4:00 pm The Community Room is open for library patrons to play games of their own choosing. Patrons must bring their own games. New players are always welcome. Adults only.

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Congratulations Graduates!

Consider These Diploma Display Ideas

Graduation day is one of the proudest moments in students’ academic careers. Diplomas are symbolic of hours spent honing skills and working on assignments and, ultimately, success in the classroom. High school diplomas represent an opportunity to go on to higher learning or a trade, while college degrees indicate young people are ready to begin their professional lives.

Many graduates are excited about the prospect of receiving their diplomas. Once in hand, the document can be put on display. The following are some unique ways to showcase diplomas at home or at work.

Framing

One of the classic ways to display a diploma is in a frame. Many businesses offer customized framing where the frame material and the matting can be chosen. Some grads

may want to include a photograph of the school or a picture of the graduate above the diploma. Graduates also may want to select a frame and mat that coordinates with school colors.

Create a shadow box

Consider displaying the diploma with other mementos from school. A shadow box is a large, deep display frame that can house items that are thicker than photographs or papers. Items such as a graduation tassel, medal or other award, a varsity jacket patch, or a program from a school performance or awards ceremony can be placed in the shadow box.

Create a photo wall

Display the diploma among other framed photos from school activities. This can elicit a trip down memory lane every time the wall is viewed. Some families may want to display their diplomas together, especially if

multiple family members attended the same school.

Make a work of art

Various online art vendors can turn the diploma into different works of art. For example, engravers can laser engrave the diploma onto a wooden plaque. Then the diploma can be displayed in one location and the wood plaque in another.

Place it under glass

Display the diploma beneath the glass top of a coffee table. When entertaining guests, the diploma can make for a unique conversation piece.

No matter how you display your wellearned diplomas, we are very proud of all your hard work and dedication!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023, from your friends at Long Island Media Group.

Pinelawn Memorial Park And Arboretum Announces 2023 Event Schedule

Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, known for its exceptionally beautiful grounds, unique architectural monuments, flowing bronze fountains and world-class arboreta, announces its 2023 event schedule.

Included in the calendar are the park’s many educational outdoor programs that celebrate the importance of various beloved insect species including ladybugs and honey bees, and the vital role they play in the environment.

For the first time, Pinelawn will also host Jazz Under the Stars honoring some of the great jazz musicians who are resting peacefully at Pinelawn, including John Coltrane, Count Basie, Lloyd Trotman, Guy Lombardo and The Royal Canadians.

Pinelawn’s Arboretum, which was awarded Level II status from the International Arboretum Accreditation Program, ArbNet, is comprised of three distinct collections including the Noteworthy

Collection, the Primary Collection and the General Collection. The Noteworthy Collection includes the Arboretum’s highest quality and most historically significant stately and mature specimens, including 10 of its highest priority and valued trees. The Weeping Beech, its oldest tree at over 120 years old, has a crown size spread of 74 feet with its enormous, shapely mound of sweeping, pendulous branches and hanging branchlets.

Pinelawn’s Weeping Beech is considered priceless.

Pinelawn’s Nikko Maple, its rarest, is a species which originated in the high mountains of Japan and its Katsura features heart-shaped leaves which in the Spring, emerge as purple. Pinelawn has multiple large Katsura trees situated in one location, which is rather uncommon.

Pinelawn’s appreciation of history can be seen in the many historical monuments featured within the park, including the Statue of Normandie

and the Garden of Freedom’s Jefferson colonnade, which is inscribed with an excerpt from the Declaration of Independence and its signers in gold leaf. The Garden of Normandie is home to the Statue of Peace, one of the largest bronze statues ever cast in modern times. The refurbished, softly glowing, ton-and-a-half bronze establishes the serene mood of the garden.

Another significant piece on the property is the John Donne Memorial which was the first monument created for Pinelawn by designer, Ismar David in 1965, who then went onto design much of Pinelawn’s park area, helping to create the beauty that Pinelawn is known for today. The Fountain of Peace, which is set within an 11-acre garden, was also designed in part by Ismar David, and resides among eight stately 40-foot tall Georgia Marble columns, discovered in Atlanta by Pinelawn where they adorned the Federal Reserve Bank for decades.

Back again by popular

demand is the 3rd annual Lantern Lighting Celebration, an evening where families can enjoy live music and a fairy-tale atmosphere consisting of string lights and candles. The event features a picnic-like setting where participants can personalize a floating lantern with heartfelt messages to their loved ones and hear their loved one’s name read aloud in a beautiful ceremony as they release their floating lantern within the Rose Garden Fountain.

“Our grounds are magnificent and continue to flourish as a result of our enduring work to preserve, protect, and take great care of the property,” said Justin Locke, President, Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum. “Pinelawn is a haven for those seeking solace in its tranquil beauty. Even if you don't have loved ones laid to rest here, we welcome you to visit and enjoy the magnificence of our grounds."

The 2023 Calendar of Event Schedule Includes:

Yoga Under the Stars, Hatha Centering Class –Friday, June 23

Jazz Under the StarsSaturday, June 24

Morning Yoga FlowSunday, July 9

Morning Yoga Flow -Sunday, July 23

6th Annual Ladybug Release - Sunday, August 6

Sunset Yoga - Friday, August 12

3rd Annual Lantern Lighting CelebrationSaturday, August 19 and Sunday, August 20

Morning Yoga FlowSunday, August 27

Honey Bee ExperienceSunday, September 10

Sunset Yoga – Saturday, September 16

Yoga Under the Stars, Hatha Centering ClassFriday, September 29

Candlelight Remembrance Vigil - Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1

Throughout the year, Pinelawn also hosts online and in-person Grief Support Workshops where families learn how to optimize healing benefits including simple

meditation techniques, ways to engage with one’s senses, gratitude rituals, and more.

All of Pinelawn’s events are free of charge and open to the public. To find out more details, click here to see the full 2023 calendar of events and to sign up for email updates.

Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, located in Farmingdale, New York, is a non-sectarian cemetery prided on creating and maintaining a beautiful and serene environment where families can find tranquility and comfort. Its open and expansive landscape features hundreds of acres of manicured grounds, unique architecture, flowing bronze fountains, and flower-lined walks. Its beautiful memorial gardens offer all who visit, scenic beauty where they can reflect upon their loved ones in peace. For more information on Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, or to schedule a tour of the property, visit www.pinelawn.com or call 631-249-6100.

On the evening of June 8, West Babylon Senior High School honored and recognized members of the Class of 2023 with scholarships and awards for

Seniors Acknowledged During Ceremony

their achievements both in and out of the classroom during the school’s annual Senior Awards Night.

West Babylon Senior High School Principal Stephen

O’Leary welcomed the soonto-be graduates and their families. He congratulated the seniors for their dedication in the classroom, their community and to

giving back.

Seniors received scholarships and awards from members of the West Babylon community. In addition, seniors were

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awarded scholarships from organizations outside the West Babylon community. Each student was called to the stage one by one to receive one of

many community awards, memorial scholarships and academic excellence honors.

Photo courtesy of West Babylon School District

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Thousands Gather to Hear World-Renowned Spiritual Master, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj’s Message of Peace

Chicago, D.C., and New York are not connected geographically, but during the past few weeks, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj connected them spiritually.

When in the States, the spiritual Master and acclaimed author can usually be found at the Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center in Lisle, Illinois, giving talks and teaching meditation on the inner Light and Sound. He also travels throughout the world offering programs on spirituality. From May 19 through May 22, the East Coast was awash with his positive message of peace, unity, and hope. On May 19, he presented talks in the D.C. area highlighting his new Amazon best-selling book, Detox the Mind.

May 20th brought him to Long Island where

he gave a series of talks, and in-depth meditation sessions at the Science of Spirituality Meditation Center in Amityville, NY. People came from throughout the country, Canada, and parts of Europe to hear him talk on human unity, inner wisdom, and the transformational power of meditation. New York saw the Amityville Center overflowing as 2,000 people came to hear and see the spiritual Master. They filled the huge sanctuary, spilling out into an expansive overflow tent on the beautiful flower-filled grounds. Video monitors carried the program into as many nooks and corners as possible.

Saturday evening, he delighted the Indian community by giving a special talk in Hindi. It was also the East Coast book release of Abode of Light,

a magnificent translation by Sant Rajinder Singh Ji of the mystical poetry of award-winning poet, Sant Darshan Singh Ji Maharaj. This treasured book was translated into English from the original Urdu so that modern readers and posterity could discover the roadmap to experiencing peace and joy. Among the very special guests at the event included: Inderpal Singh Dhall, president and chairman of the Guru Gobind Singh Sikh Center in Plainview, NY; Maulana Syed Rehan Naqvi, PhD, resident scholar at the Shah-E-Najaf Islamic Center in Brentwood; and Dilip Chauhan, Deputy Commissioner for International Affairs, New York City. All reflected on the healing power of poetry, while Sant Rajinder Singh Ji’s universal message of love poured out to embrace the entire audience. As

Serendipity: A Special Creative Forum For Breast Cancer Patients, Survivors And Caregivers On July 11

The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program is offering a free guided art adventure for breast cancer patients, survivors and caregivers to light their creative sparks by making art through a variety of different techniques and mediums. The inperson workshop will be held on Tuesday, July 11 from 10 am to 11:30 am at Adelphi University in Garden City (room details will be provided upon registration).

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SOS is an international organization, all talks were available in English, and Spanish.

On Sunday afternoon the topic of his talk in English was, “Peace through Detoxing the Mind.” Sant Rajinder Singh Ji spoke about the importance of learning to let go of habits and emotions that do not support a healthy lifestyle. He emphasized how meditation can help clear out these ‘toxins’ so we can enjoy a life with less stress, experience a greater sense of joy and purpose, and be able to connect with our inner self. An indepth meditation session followed.

sleep quality, improving cardiovascular health, aiding in concentration, reducing inflammation, strengthening lungs and more.

The Junior Coalition of the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer, the Marilyn Lichtman Foundation and Northwell Health Cancer Institute are co-sponsors. Registration is required to attend this free forum and space is limited to 40 participants. Art supplies will be provided for all exercises.

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On Monday, May 22, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj, head of Science of Spirituality, received a special citation from the city of New York by its mayor, the Honorable Eric Adams, for his commitment to fostering peace and interfaith harmony while inspiring diverse people worldwide on their paths to spiritual growth. Meeting at the historic New York City Hall, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj and the Honorable Eric Adams were joined by the spiritual Master’s wife, Respected Mata Rita Ji, son Dr. Kunwarjit Singh Duggal, delegates, and several of the mayor’s senior advisors, including Dilip Chauhan, the Deputy Commissioner for International Affairs, New York City.

Speaking at length about the intersection between meditation and mental health, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji emphasized that meditation can play a significant role in reducing stress and bringing peace, balance, and calmness to our lives. Not only can meditation help first responders such as police, firefighters, and medical practitioners deal with stress, but can give students important

tools to improve their concentration and lead calmer, more balanced lives. Meditation can also impact the lives of veterans who have served their country with honor, helping them deal with the many difficulties they face daily.

He also explained that each of us has a reservoir of inner spiritual power that we can tap into through meditation. The experience we gain not only transforms our lives, but also spreads to our families, communities, and the world. He then presented the mayor with signed and inscribed copies of his best-selling books— Detox the Mind, which contains tips, meditations, and exercises to reduce daily stress and find joy within, and Meditation as Medication for the Soul, with research by experts and medical practitioners on how meditation improves physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing.

Deputy Commissioner

for International Affairs, New York City, Mr. Dilip Chauhan commented, “Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj is doing invaluable service to humanity and his universal message of peace, unity and compassion is making a tangible difference in our lives.

Sant Rajinder Singh Ji has made the teachings of Science of Spirituality available to everyone, everywhere, helping people meet the challenges of the times. He has been honored by heads of state, and civic and religious leaders everywhere for his work toward peace through spirituality.

For more information about Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj and his schedule, visit www.sos. org. For information about programs at the Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, Amityville, NY or online contact: 888-6661990, infotristate@sos.org. All programs are free and open to all.