August 14, 2024 Babylon by Long Island Media Group

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TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 13TH, 14TH & 15TH 5PM-8PM

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 20TH, 21ST & 22ND 5PM-8PM SATURDAY AUGUST 24TH 11AM-2PM

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NYS Association Of Fire Chiefs Elects

Anthony

On August 3rd, 2024, the Babylon Town Board gathered to celebrate Anthony LaFerrera, affectionately known as “Laff,” for his election as President of the NYS Association of Fire Chiefs

Laferrera As New President

council. Remarkably, he’s just the second person from the Town of Babylon to hold this position since the association’s inception in 1904. Laff started his fire service journey with the North Babylon Volunteer

Fire Company in March 1979. He previously led the Town of Babylon Fire Chiefs Association, the Town of Babylon Fire Officials Association, and the Fire Chiefs’ Council of Suffolk County. He has also been

NYS ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS ELECTS NEW PRESIDENT - On August 3rd, 2024, the Babylon Town Board gathered to celebrate Anthony LaFerrera, affectionately known as “Laff,” for his election as President of the NYS Association of Fire Chiefs council. Remarkably, he’s just the second person from the Town of Babylon to hold this position since the association’s inception in 1904.

a member of the Suffolk County Fire and Rescue Services Commission since 2003 and is a retired FDNY EMS lieutenant. Councilman and Public Safety Chairman Terence McSweeney congratulated Chief LaFerrera on this accomplishment adding he has known him for most of his adult life and that “Laff” is a major reason why he pursued joining the North Babylon Fire Co. and also a career as a NYC Firefighter with the FDNY.

Supervisor Rich Schaffer also added he has known Chief LaFerrera for many years and could not think of a better person to represent the New York State volunteer firefighters. “He has dedicated a lifetime to public service, and we are very proud to stand with him today and recognize this great accomplishment.”

AUGUST HAPPENINGS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17

11:00AM-12:00PM

SUPERHEROES OF THE SKY

Take a walking tour with Jim while he feeds Birds of Prey and tells you about their incredible adaptations that help them survive in the wild. Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344

MONDAY, AUGUST 19

6:00PM – 7:00PM

THE POWER OF MOVEMENT

Join physical therapist Catherine Tuppo at the Babylon Library, 24 S. Carll Ave., as she discusses the health beneﬁts of activity and exercise, and how you can get active and stay active. Please register for this program. For more information, please call 631-669-1624

OPENING RECEPTION

6:30 PM

ELLA FITZGERALD AND TONY BENNETT EXHIBIT

The Ella Fitzgerald and Tony Bennett exhibits opening at the Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. Tickets: $25 General Admission. For more information, please call 631-751-1895

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21

10:00AM-2:00 PM

DRIVE BY FOOD DRIVE

Join with Mercy Haven, 859 Connetquot Ave., in Islip Terrace, as they gather for a day of Food Collection with members of

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the community, neighbors and supporters. For more information, please call 631-277-8300

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22

2:00PM-3:30 PM

PRE-RETIREES, RETIREES, AND PART-TIME RETIREES WORKSHOP

Are you embarking on retirement while others closest to you are still entrenched in their careers, or focused on other things? You are not alone. This workshop is designed to provide valuable insights and suggestions to help you thrive in this next chapter of your life. FREE, IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Rockville Centre Library, 221 N. Village Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. Use the link below to register: https://www.rvclibrary.org/ or call 516-766-6257

6:00PM-7:00PM GARDEN LECTURE

You can have garden interest 12 months a year! Experience a pictorial tour through the garden to see how interest can keep going during any season, even in the winter! Presented by Lee Miller, Landscaper Designer and author of 4 books. Hosted by the Paumanacke Garden Club at the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue Wantagh. Free. For more information, please contact paumanackegc@gmail.com

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

10:00AM-1:30PM

KIWANIS CLUB OF WANTAGH FOOD DRIVE

King Kullen, 1340 Wantagh Ave. in Wantagh. Non-perishable foods and baby essentials are all needed. A list will be given out before entering the store to residents that are interested in participating. Cash donations are always welcome. The food drive will beneﬁt two Wantagh food pantries: St. Francis Food Pantry and St. Jude Episcopal Food Pantry.

9:00AM-2:00PM

CHILDREN'S SNAPPER DERBY Children's Snapper Derby in partnership with NY Coalition for Recreational Fishing at Captree Fuel Bait & Tackle, 3500 East Ocean Parkway in Babylon. For more information, please Contact Senator Monica R. Martinez's Ofﬁce at 631-341-7111

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

11:00AM-6:00PM

31st LIMM ANNUAL SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

Don't miss Long Island Maritime Museum's Premier Event, 31st Annual Seafood Festival. Featuring Live Music, Crafts & Seafood! The festival is held on the grounds of the Long Island Maritime Museum located at 88 West Avenue in West Sayville. The Seafood Festival is the Long Island Maritime Museum’s premier annual fundraiser. Find out more at www.limmseafoodfestival. org, or call 631-HISTORY, 631-447-8679

EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

East Neck Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and Dialysis is committed to delivering the highest quality rehabilitation and nursing care in the region. Maximizing quality of life for each of our patients, while they are with us, and when they return home, is the cornerstone of our work.

We have an extraordinary team of physicians, therapists, nurses, and sta who work collaboratively to develop a highly customized program to restore your independence, renew your spirit, and rehabilitate your body.

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• Recreational Activity Programs

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How Families Can Get Ready For A New School Year

Children will soon be trading in the chimes of neighborhood ice cream trucks for the bells of school as summer vacation gives way to the start of a new academic year. August through September is prime backto-school season, with children all across the country stocking their backpacks and shopping for new school wardrobes. There is more to getting ready for the start of school than making sure pencils are sharpened and tablets are charged. Parents and children can work together to ensure the transition back to the classroom is as seamless as possible.

Adjust Sleep And Wake Times

Summer vacation often means letting loose of schedules for a while, and that may translate into later-thannormal bedtimes and rising a little later in the morning. Everyone in the household will have to reacquaint themselves with schedules that ensure kids get to school on time. A few weeks before the first day of school, start incrementally going to bed at an earlier time and start waking up earlier each morning. Try to plan out the increments so that by the time the last few days of summer vacation wind down, the family is on target with a waking

and testing while on summer break, but it can be beneficial to stay current on some lessons. Summer slide refers to the loss of some of the learning achieved during the previous school year over the summer break. Some experts say summer

slide is overstated, but it can’t hurt for students to refresh their memories on some math, science and language arts concepts over break so that they will be ready to hit the books when the new school year begins.

Prep for school lunches

Children and adults can work together to map out healthy eating options for school lunch. Many school districts have lunch plans that can be purchased through an online account. Participating students simply enter a number or swipe a code at checkout.

School lunches are built to be nutritionally diverse and have options that even picky eaters will like. School is right around the corner, and families should get ready for the routine and needs that go with the academic year as the first day draws closer.

schedule that mirrors the school schedule.

Acclimate To Being Around People

Although summer vacation may involve trips that bring children in contact with other people, it may have been some time since they’ve spent five or more hours per day around 20 to 30 people their age. It may take a transition period to get used to being around a bunch of peers, so families can visit places where there tend to be crowds of kids, such as zoos, aquariums, parks, and trampoline centers. These can be lowpressure locations to dust off social skills.

Know the route or plan for school transportation

Students may be driven independently, ride the school bus, walk or bike, or carpool with others to and from school. Families can establish plans so that getting to and from school is not something kids need to worry about. Practice routes and timing, taking into consideration that when schools open there will be much more traffic.

Parents can reassure children that there will be a learning curve, but all of the kinks generally get worked out during the first week.

Avoid “summer slide”

Most students don’t want to think about studying, homework

We are growing thousands of baby oysters at our community oyster gardens graciously hosted in crates at the docks of Babylon & Bay Shore Yacht Clubs. Volunteers are wanted to help maintain the gardens by cleaning up the crates, then counting & measuring the baby oysters to track their growth.

Great hands on experience for allscouts and families welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

We recommend clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and/or wet. See below to volunteer for one or more days. Babylon - Sundays from 1-3 PM Bay Shore - Tuesdays from 9-11 AM Community service available. Volunteer here: https:// www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C084EA9AE2BA2FDCE9-50158169community?mc_cid=c3a546c8e1&mc_ eid=51d1e63712#/

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Academic Performance Can Be Affected By Eyesight

Many variables affect students’ academic performance. These include a willingness to learn, students’ attentiveness, having a great teacher, and kids’ commitment to studying and doing homework. One component of academic performance can be easily overlooked: eyesight.

The M.M. Joshi Eye Institute in India says vision problems in children can affect studies and restrict students’ academic development. Academic performance is directly

linked to the ability to see clearly, as vision affects reading, writing, comprehension, and classroom participation.

Clarendon Vision Development Center of Illinois advises that a substantial part of a child’s education is acquired through visual processing. When that vision is impaired, it can hinder the ability to learn and absorb information effectively.

Impaired eyesight may cause students to struggle and fall behind. This ultimately can lead

Did You Know?

Wearing eyeglasses is not strictly reserved for adults. In fact, many children wear eyeglasses, and they may need them for different reasons. The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus says children may benefit from glasses while their visual systems are still developing, within the first 12 years of life. Glasses can be important for the normal development of kids’ vision, including providing better vision; straightening crossed or misaligned eyes; protecting one eye that sees better when the other eye has poor vision; and strengthening a weak (lazy) eye. The University of Rochester Medical Center says a child may get his or her first pair of glasses as young as a few months of age, but health care providers who specialize in pediatric eye care say kids usually become nearsighted or farsighted between the ages of six and 12. It’s recommended children have an eye screening before they enter school. In addition, the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Optometric Association recommends vision screening for all infants, preschoolers and school-aged children.

to a lack of engagement in classwork and ultimately make them consider giving up, particularly when a student is unaware that it is eyesight and not another factor affecting their ability to learn. Furthermore, poor grades may cause parents to mistakenly conclude a child

has a learning disability or is slacking off.

The relationship between eyesight and education underscores the significance of routine eye exams. Intervention can help prevent poor academic performance. Infants often get their

first comprehensive eye exams around zero to six months of age. By age three, children should have a second eye exam, says Medical Optometry America. Around age five or six, children should receive a third comprehensive eye exam, just before entering school. Eye exams should then be scheduled at least every two years. These guidelines can be adjusted if any vision problems are detected and more frequent exams are needed.

Eyesight plays a key role in a child’s ability to learn and excel in school.

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Music Courses

Music courses can have a profound impact on students, potentially helping them perform better in other subjects. A recent study from the American Psychological Association found that high school students who take music courses score significantly better on exams in subjects like math and science than their nonmusical peers. The improved academic performance was more pronounced among students who learned to play an instrument rather than vocal music. The researchers behind the study examined the

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** Kitchen Open Monday and Thursdays 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm (Permitting - keep an eye on the App. for event changes)

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The Christensen Gallery

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY - THE CHRISTENSEN GALLERY - The Christensen Gallery located at 127 Deer Park Ave. in Babylon Village held their ribbon cutting on Friday, July 5, 2024. The owner, Theresa Christensen, was joined by family members, Conor Hartnett, owner of Mary Carroll’s right next door, and friends for this celebratory event. Also in attendance was Mayor Mary Adams, Deputy Mayor Frank Seibert, Leg. Kevin McCaffrey along with the President of the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce, Nancy Iglesias-Gillen. To learn more about the Christensen Gallery visit, http://thechristensengallery.com/

~Saturday Nights~ Queen of Hearts Drawing is at 9:00 pm every Saturday.. Tickets are ONLY available in the Social Quarters to Members who are in good standing. Please have your I.D. card ***

~Monday August 19th~ Lodge General Member Meeting 8:00pm. If you have a Question, Suggestion or Concerns. Please ask to speak with the Board Members on meeting nights, they are here to help you. Contact The Lodge President Bridget Ahlers 631-8344742 ***

~Tuesday August 20th~ Women of The Moose Officers Meeting 6:30pm Followed by WOTM Chapter Meeting 7:30pm ***

~Friday August 23rd ~ Live Music Night & BBQ Enjoy a free night of Music featuring Ahmad Ali back by Popular Demand - (What a Great Night!) Friday August 23rd 6:00pm - 10:00pm in the S.Q. $15.00 BBQ Buffet & Cash Bar. No Tickets neededplease let us know your coming.

Ahmads Current shows -Shelter Island, Dang BBQ, Port Jefferson Port Bistro, Corey Creek Tap Room

records of more than 112,000 students in British Columbia. Among the students whose records were studied, 13 percent had participated in at least one music course in grade 10, 11 or 12. Researchers discovered that, on average, children who learned to play a musical instrument for many years and ultimately played in a high school band or orchestra were the equivalent of roughly one academic year ahead of their peers in regard to their English, mathematics and science skills.

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~Monday August 26th~ Lodge Officers Meeting 8:00pm.

If you have a Question, Suggestion or Concerns. Please ask to speak with the Board Members on meeting nights, they are here to help you. Contact The Lodge President Bridget Ahlers *** ~Tuesday August 27th ~ Pasta Night Buffet W/Pasta Station Dining doors are open 6:00pm - 8:00pm Italian Style Buffet & Pasta Station with all the fixings your choice of pasta and sauces. $14.00 per person Includes: Buffet & Pasta Station, Salad, Breads, Coffee, tea & Dessert Children under age 12 half price. Please call ahead - Contact Keyana 631-457-9484 ***

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Wednesday August 28thLindy Cares Drug Dropoff 4:00 - 7:00 pm Saturday August 31stLindy Cares Drug Dropoff 4:00 - 7:00 pm ***

Volunteers are needed for all in house and outside events.

Let us know what you can do to help Your Lodge thrive. Volunteering once or twice a month can help us tremendously!

We can help you learn what you want to do, cooking, set-up, breakdown, serve food, make drinks, assist or hold your own activities.

MEMBERS Your Lodge & Co-Workers Need You and Your Ideas.. Call or text Bridgette F. 631-988-4589 she will put you in touch with the right person(s). *** All Members must present there Membership Card upon entering the building, If you do not have your Membership Card you must sign the guest book.

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