South Bay's Neighbor
The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the Grand Opening of The Blind Spot located at 93 E. Main St. in Babylon. Pictured left to right: the Village of Babylon’s Mayor, Mary Adams; Nancy Iglesias-Gillen, President of the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce; Joseph Arceria and John Arceria, owners; Candice Goodheart, employee; and Kim Volz, member of the Babylon Village Chamber Board.
Children’s Vision Screening
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LEADER IN ITALIAN TAKEOUT!
NEIGHBORS’
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
ONE-STOP BBQ SHOP
•Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage Ring
• USDA Prime Marinated London Broil
•12 USDA Prime Sirloin Sliders
• USDA Prime Sirloin Hamburgers with Buns!
• Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs with Buns!
• USDA GRADE-A White Meat Chicken Skewers
• USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers
• Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
•Sugar Sweet, Local Corn on the Cob
Choose 3 Homemade Sides:
•Macaroni Salad
• Potato Salad
•Cole Slaw
•Farfalle Pasta Salad
•Crisp String Bean Salad
& Hot Dog Buns
Spring and Summer Cookout Packages
Packages of Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs
• Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage
• Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• USDA Black Angus Filet Mignon Steaks
• Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs with Buns!
• Choice of: USDA Prime Sirloin Burgers or USDA Grade A Chicken Burgers with Buns!
• Choice of: USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers or All Natural Jumbo Shrimp Kebabs
JULY HAPPENINGS
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SATURDAY, JULY 27
6:00PM
FREE SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "A Comedy of Errors" by William Shakespeare at the South Shore Mall in Bay Shore. Limited engagement. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/
9:30AM - 2:30PM
MEDITATION SATURDAY: RETREAT FOR BODY, MIND, & SOUL The Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 79 County Line Road in Amityville will be hosting Meditation Saturday: Retreat For Body, Mind, & Soul. A day of rejuvenation, with stress-reducing and inspirational workshops designed to provide a welcome oasis in your busy week. For more information, please call 631-822-7979; infotristate@sos.org To Register: sos.org/location/amityville
10:00AM-2:00PM
FREE CHILD ID CARD PROGRAM
Nassau County Residents Only New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, in partnership with Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy, and the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, is holding a FREE Operation Safe Child ID Card Program at Marjorie Post Pool in Massapequa. No appointment necessary. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Durso’s district office at 516-541-4598.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
2:00PM
FREE BEATLES ON THE BALCONY CONCERT: THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE
First ever free concert outdoors on LIMEHOF terrace featuring Beatles tribute band. 97 Main Street, Stony Brook. For more information, please call Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame 631-689-5888 or visit info@ limusichalloffame.org
3:30PM
AFTERNOON AT THE RACES
Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park is hosting an Afternoon At The Races. Adults $15, Ages 4 to 12 $10, Ages 3 and under are Free. Buffet Style Dinner, Beverage, Dessert and Coffee. Cash Bar. Raffles. For more information, please call Marian at 631- 332-9775 or Anita at 631-422-6914 to reserve your spot!
MONDAY, JULY 29
6:00PM – 7:30PM PAINT NIGHT: SUMMER SUNFLOWERS
The Babylon Public library, 24 S. Carll Ave. in Babylon, will be hosting a Paint Night: Summer Sunflowers. Join local artist Kathy Reccardi as she teaches participants step-by-step how to paint an arrangement of sunflowers. No painting experience needed. Nonrefundable $5 fee due at registration. For more information, please call 631-669-1624. Email: info@ babylonlibrary.org, Website: www. babylonlibrary.org
TUESDAY, JULY 30
12:15PM FREE BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES
LADY BLUE SAX
Tuesdays at the Bay Shore Band Shell 80 East Main St, in Bay Shore. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/ for additional shows.
7:30PM MOVIES ON THE FARMINGDALE VILLAGE GREEN
Enjoy free movies Tuesday nights on the Farmingdale Village green, 361 Main Street. Movies start at dusk, preceded by cartoons. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Movies will be shown through August 20 (weather permitting). For more information, please call 516-249-0093 or visit http:// www.farmingdalevillage.com/
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
PLEASE ARRIVE at 8:30AM
RETURN approx. 8:30PM BUS TRIP TO WIND CREEK CASINO St. Ignatius Loyola Church in Hicksville is hosting a Bus trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA. Cost: $55 per person, which includes the driver’s tip Give back: $35 slot play. For more information, please call Barbara at 516-935-5576 or Karen at 516-937- 5527. Please make checks payable to “St. Ignatius Church”. The first to pay is the first on the bus.
7:30PM
SUSPIRIA - SCREENING AND Q&A
Author / film critic Maitland McDonagh hosts SUSPIRIA at Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave. in Huntington. $16 public | $10 members. Horror-film maven Maitland McDonagh, author of Broken Mirrors/Broken Minds: The Dark Dreams of Dario Argento, hosts a screening and Q&A for Argento’s masterpiece Suspiria (Italy, 1977), considered to be one of the most terrifying and stylized horror films of our time. For more information, please call 631-423-7610, or visit cinemaartscentre.org/
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STATE UTILITIES
State Utilities is a major oil dealer on Long Island providing heating fuel to residents and businesses in Nassau and Suffolk County; we offer on-line fuel ordering, delivery, and full service heating oil contracts.
State Utilities takes pride in supplying fuel you need to heat your home and/or office to the comfort level you desire. Winter can be long and brutal, and should your burner fail to start it can become a crucial disaster. It is comforting to have full service during this disruption by contacting us by telephone or Email, no matter what the weather outside.
Celebrating 74 years in business, we are grateful to the many generations of loyal customers who have entrusted State Utilities with their interior comfort. Thank you.
Babylon Public Library
24 S. Carll Ave.
Babylon, NY
ADULT PROGRAMS
Social Work Intern
Every Tuesday, 10:00am – 11:30am & 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Social Work Intern Tara will be returning to the library on Tuesdays to assist with housing, mental & health care, job preparation, finding legal assistance, food security, shelters, completing forms, and more! Walk in or by appointment.
Adult Games
Mondays, July 29
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Mondays, August 5, 12, 19, & 26 1:00pm – 4:00pm 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. No registration required.
Summer Bingo
Thursday, July 25, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Come in from the heat to have fun and win prizes! This program is for adults only. Registration is required.
Friday Films:
Arthur the King
Friday, July 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
An adventure racer (Mark Wahlberg) adopts a stray dog named Arthur during an epic endurance race in the Dominican Republic. Based on a true story. Rated PG-13. 107 minutes.
Paint Night:
Summer Sunflowers
Monday, July 29, 6:00pm – 7:30pm Join local artist Kathy Reccardi as she teaches participants step-bystep how to paint an arrangement of sunflowers. No painting experience needed. There is a nonrefundable $5 fee due at registration. Registration
for non-Babylon patrons begins 6/17.
Stitch & Chat
Needlecraft Circle
Tuesday, August 6, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Bring your own needlecraft supplies and projects, and enjoy some conversation while you work! Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or another form of needlecraft, you’re welcome to join us once a month to stitch and chat. No registration required.
Memoir Writing Workshop
Tuesday, August 6, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Get started writing a memoir or begin revising a memoir in progress with this workshop taught by Jennifer Marx. The workshop begins with an introduction to memoir writing followed by a quiet period of writing. Prompts will be provided for inspiration, but participants are not required to use those prompts. The class will conclude with a workshopping session in which each participant shares what they have written and receives feedback. This class is open to anyone interested in memoir writing— experienced or not.
One-on-One Medicare Counseling
Monday, August 12, 10:00am – 12:00pm
A representative from Senior Services of North America will be here to assist with your Medicare questions. Please make an appointment with the Adult Reference desk.
Farm to Table with Chef Rob
Tuesday, August 13, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Looking for a fresh dinner side dish? Chef Rob has the answer! Learn how to make local tomatoes stuffed with mozzarella, garlic, and herbs. You will need to bring 2 medium
bowls and a 8-9 inch baking dish. There is a nonrefundable $5.00 fee due at registration. Registration for non-Babylon patrons begins 7/15.
Writer’s Workshop Tuesdays, August 13 & 27 5:30pm – 7:45pm New and experienced writers are welcome. Feel free to bring any works in progress. Registration is required.
Introduction to Intuitive Tarot
Wednesday, August 14, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Learning how to read tarot cards takes knowledge and intuition that anyone can develop. Discover what tarot cards are, what they can show you, and how you can use them for a “yes” or “no” answer. Presented by Maria D’Andrea.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Taylor Swift Event Wednesday, July 31, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Calling all Swifties! Are you ready for it? Dress as your fave Era (or not!) to make friendship bracelets and paint a wooden Taylorthemed sign. All while listening to Taylor Swift, of course. Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Wednesdays, August 7 & 21, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Join us in the library for Dungeons & Dragons! Build a character, choose your weapons, and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice. Registration required – 8 players maximum! Grades 6-12.
Teen 80s Adventure Movie Afternoon
Friday, August 23, 2pm – 4pm
Chill out in our community room for a showing of an 80s adventure movie! Grades 6-12. Registration helps us purchase the right amount of snacks!
Assemblyman Durso Holds Free Medicare 101 Seminar
Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park), in partnership with the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP Suffolk), recently held a free Medicare 101 Seminar for seniors at the Spangle Drive Senior Center in North Babylon.
RSVP Suffolk Executive Director Maryflorence
Brennan and Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP)
Coordinator Denise Passarelli explained the basics of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C & D, Medicare Savings Program, Extra Help, and EPIC. The program also reviewed upcoming
changes ahead of the Annual Open Enrollment Period.
If you were unable to attend the Medicare seminar or would like additional information, please call RSVP’s Health Insurance Information Counseling & Assistance Program at 631-979-9490 ext.18.
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JULY 25, 2024
MEDICARE 101 SEMINAR - Pictured L to R: NYS Assemblyman Michael Durso, Denise Passarelli (HIICAP Coordinator) and Maryflorence Brennan (RSVP Executive
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Summer Senior Advocate Schedules
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2024 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”
This summer, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake
Avenue, Deer Park: Friday, September 20, 9 – 11 am
• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Tuesdays, August 13 & Wednesday, September 11, 10 am – 1 pm
• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesdays, August 7 & September 4, 8:30 – 11:00 am
• Tanner Park Senior Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesdays, August 14 & September 11, 8:30 am – 1 pm
• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesdays, August 27 & September 24, 12 – 3:30 pm
• West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon: Thursday, July 25 & Thursday September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesdays, August 7 & September 4, 8:30 am – 1 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesdays,
August 21 & September 18, 8:30 am – 1 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursday, September 26, 8:30 am – 12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP –formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and trouble-free access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
Volunteer Opportunities For Recent Grads
During the months between graduating high school and beginning college, or between getting a university degree and entering the workforce, graduates may want to explore the personal growth that comes from volunteerism.
Volunteering provides various benefits. Some of these rewards include networking with an entirely different group of people. Volunteering also can help a person realize greater happiness by doing selfless acts for others, while they also can help one to realize a new passion. In the future, volunteering with an organization also may help with a student’s job search.
There are many arenas where young people can focus their volunteer efforts. Here are some ideas.
• Animal shelter: Animal shelters rely on volunteers to help with their operations. They can be a good fit for anyone with a passion for
animals and animal rights activism.
• Public service sectors: AmeriCorp and Peace Corps have scores of opportunities for volunteers. AmeriCorp focuses on domestic issues, while the PeaceCorp is a branch of the U.S. government that engages volunteers in international service work. Community involvement, health care, agriculture, homelessness, and combatting hunger are top priorities for these organizations.
• English as a second language: Volunteers can spend time abroad teaching English to students. Others may want to volunteer domestically by helping nonEnglish-speaking individuals improve their language skills.
• Community government: A person may choose to sit on the board of a school, a neighborhood housing
association, or even explore volunteerism with a township municipal office. This will provide valuable hands-on experience and may help one lend a voice to issues that affect his or her living situation.
• Religious groups: Churches, synagogues and mosques may have volunteer opportunities focused on community outreach or programs affiliated with local nonprofits.
• Conservation groups: Volunteers can work on conservation projects across the country. From wildlife management to trail restoration to invasive species eradication, there are a wide variety of conservation-based volunteering opportunities.
• Tutoring: Graduates can volunteer to tutor students in local schools or overseas. Volunteerism can fill gap years or add to résumés for recent graduates.
