December 28, 2022 Babylon

Town Names Kime Ave In North Babylon “Andrew Spadafora Memorial Way”

A street that once brought so much joy during the month of December has now been ceremoniously renamed after the man who was responsible for the smiles, awe, and wonder as thousands drove past his home dubbed the “Christmas House” on Kime Ave in North Babylon.

Andrew Spadafora created a Christmas spectacular that included over a million lights, a 40-foot train, 100 sheep, and more all the while raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for a local children’s hospital. Supervisor Schaffer, Dep. Sup. Martinez, Councilmen McSweeney, and Gregory were joined

by Suffolk County Leg. Tom Donnelly, Gordon Canary from Sen. Phil Boyle’s office, and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone for the dedication of Andrew Spadafora Memorial Way along with his wife Elinor, family, friends, neighbors, and members of the Parkdale Civic Association.

WAY - A street that once brought so much joy during the month of December has now been ceremoniously renamed after the man who was responsible for the smiles, awe, and wonder as thousands drove past his home dubbed the “Christmas House” on Kime Ave in North Babylon.

HERMAN & LILY 8 year old Lhaso Apso and 5 year old Yorkie mix. Bonded pair. The best of friends.

PEPPERMINT PATTY 1-2 years old male.

PEPPERCORN

12 year old male. Terrier Mix. Active senior. Full of spunk and mischief. Sweet natured.

OLD MAN JENKINS 8 year old male. Labrador mix. The perfect companion to have by your side.

WOBBLES 2 year old male. Pit mix. Affectionate. Handsome boy with a “pawsitive” attitude.

ANDREW SPADAFORA MEMORIAL

The Babylon Chorale Auditions

The Babylon Chorale will hold auditions on Monday evening, January 9, 2023 starting with rehearsal at 7:30pm

at Sisters of St. Joseph Brentwood Campus.

All voice parts are welcomed.

For further

information and current protocols, visit www.babylonchorale. org or email info@ babylonchorale.org

Student-Athletes Commit To College Sports

Six student-athletes from North Babylon High School recently signed letters of intent to continue to play their respective sports at the collegiate level next year. Joined by administrators, coaches, friends and family, the students put

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pen to paper as they signed their commitment letters.

The district congratulates the following studentathletes as they continue their athletic careers in college: Madison Bicerno, Pace University, softball; Samantha Christopher, SUNY Purchase, softball;

Sienna Denino, Queens College, softball; Daija Jones, Iona University, soccer; Hayden Magliano, American International College, baseball; and Eric Schulteisz, Utica University, baseball.

STUDENT-ATHLETES COMMIT TO COLLEGE SPORTS - Six student-athletes from North Babylon High School recently signed letters of intent to continue to play their respective sports at the collegiate level next year on Nov. 22. Photo courtesy of North Babylon School District

APPETIZERS

ENTREES

Pollo

Ricky’s Chicken

Chicken Bruchetta

Chicken Parmigiana

$65 $115

Mini Rice Balls $60 $90

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail $70 $105

Mozzarella Sticks $55 $80

Fried Ravioli $50 $75

PASTAS

Chicken

1/2

Nonna’s Pasta $65 $100

Baked Lasagna $60 $90

Baked Ziti $55 $85

Baked Stuffed Shells $60 $90

Baked Ravioli $60 $90

Penne Alla Vodka $55 $85

Fettucine Alfredo $55 $85

Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce $50 $80

Pasta Primavera

Penne

Penne

Penne

Pasta

Baked

Rigatoni

Pasta

Rigatoni

Linguini

Pasta

Pasta

SALADS

Seafood

1/2

Tossed Garden Salad $35 $55

Caesar Salad $40 $60

Cold Antipasto Salad $50 $80

Mesclun Salad $45 $60

Nonna’s Salad $45 $60

Gorgonzola Salad $45 $60

Greek Salad $40 $60

Caprese Salad $50 $70

Vitello

Veal Parmigiana

Melanzana

Pesce 1/2

Shrimp Marinara $105 $140

Shrimp Parmigiana $95 $140 Shrimp Francaise $105 $140

Shrimp Oreganata $105 $140

Nonna’s Shrimp $110 $160 Nonna’s Seafood Pescatore $120 $170

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Direct Support Program Award To Royal Paws In Babylon Village

On Monday, December 12th, Councilmen DuWayne Gregory and Terence McSweeney “pawsented” a Direct Support Program award to Royal Paws in Babylon Village. Royal Paws provides dog boarding services and training while also having dog treats and collars available for sale. Coowners Cindy and Taylor

Chiacchere along with their other trainers Laura and Dana are looking to give back to the community by training therapy service dogs that will assist veterans, firefighters, or police officers. Councilman McSweeney said, “As a 19year member of the FDNY you will see a lot of bad days. Normally we cope with our feelings by talking

to each other, however knowing there is help through a place like Royal Paws is comforting. I look forward to seeing more from them in the future.”

J-Squid, Vincenzo, Ranger, and Bruce are all training to become service dogs and soon will hopefully find people that they can help!

Babylon Public Library

Young Adult Programmer: Margaret Kavanagh 24 South Carll Avenue Babylon 631-669-1624 ***

Hatha Yoga

Thursdays 1/5, 1/19, 1/26, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23 at 6:00 pm

This 6-week session is an active class, suitable for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. Please bring a mat and a large towel or blanket. There is a $30 non-refundable fee due at registration. No walk-ins. Sessions meet 1/5, 1/19, 1/26, 2/9, 2/16, and 2/23.

Plots & Pastries Monday 1/9 at 10:00 am

We will be discussing The Alice Network by Kate Quinn.

Adult Book Discussion Wednesday 1/11 at 7:00 pm We will be discussing The Lioness by Peter Bohjalian. Pick up a copy at the Reference Desk.

Classic Film Club: Shadow of a Doubt Thursday, 1/12 at 6:00 pm Join us for Alfred Hitchcock’s “Shadow of a Doubt” (1943). Hitchcock’s personal favorite of all his films, “Shadow of a Doubt” is a chilling thriller. Joseph Cotten is unforgettable as Uncle Charlie, the evil that

invades an idyllic American small town. 108 minutes.

Mediterranean Cooking Demonstration & Tasting

Wednesday, 1/18 at 6:00 pm

Join Chef Naela as she shows how to make these classic and delicious Mediterranean dishes and taste some for yourself! Naela will demonstrate how to make your own basic dough, spinach pies, za’atar flatbread, and hummus. There is a $5.00 non-refundable fee due at registration.

Friday Films: Mrs. Harris

DIRECT SUPPORT PROGRAM AWARD TO ROYAL PAWS - On Monday, December 12th, Councilmen DuWayne Gregory and Terence McSweeney “paw-sented” a Direct Support Program award to Royal Paws in Babylon Village. Co-owners Cindy and Taylor Chiacchere along with their other trainers Laura and Dana are looking to give back to the community by training therapy service dogs that will assist veterans, firefighters, or police officers.

LEGAL NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS

Notice is hereby given taxpayers of the Town of Babylon, that the Undersigned Receiver of Taxes has received the 2022/2023 Tax and Assessment Roll and Warrant.

She will accept payment for taxes at her office in the Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, N. Lindenhurst, N.Y. 11757 or by mail, beginning December 2022 daily between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Tax Office will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. First half taxes are due December 1, 2022 payable to January 10, 2023 without penalty.

After January 10, 2023 one percent per month will be added on the first half to May 31, 2023 after which date, additional interest will be charged by the County Comptroller at his office at County Center, Riverhead, N.Y. 11901.

The Town of Babylon Tax Office will be accepting partial payments with penalty. We offer e and credit card payment through a telephone service or by the internet which includes American Express, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. For payments by telephone call 1-800-2PAY 9829) or visit the web site at www.acipayonline.com. At the prompt, use Jurisdiction Code 4232. You must have your item number and tax amount available. Transaction fees will be charged to the taxpayer based on the amount of the total charge. Total amount Warrant to be collected by the Receiver of Taxes for the 2022/2023 tax year is $809,266,455.48.

Taxes become a lien December 1st of each year. First and Second half payments may be made at the same time.

JENNIFER MONTIGLIO RECEIVER OF TAXES

DATED AT BABYLON, N.Y.

December 12, 2022

2022/2023 TAX RATE ON $100 valuation - TOWN OF BABYLON Valuation of Hamlets and Incorporated Villages

Town Outside of Villages ............................ $187,045,547.00

Village of Amityville...................................... 14,294,553.00

Village of Babylon........................................ 19, 136,222.00

Village of Lindenhurst.................................. 29,217,380.00

A/C/LN/LS/WBN/WBS/B/NB/DP/F - 694 12/21, 12/28/22

2022-2023

TOWN OF BABYLON 2022-2023 Jennifer Montigio, Receiver of Taxes TAXABLE DISTRICTS

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for December is EAC Network

www.eac-network.org

EAC Network is a non-profit organization that empowers, assists and cares for individuals in need. Their objective is to reach individuals within our community through innovative programs that improve quality of life.

Their programs are lead by an outstanding leadership team along with exceptional volunteers. Seniors make up a large portion of the population on Long Island and EAC Network proudly serves them. Their Meals on Wheels program in Nassau County and their InHome Respite Services program helps seniors face challenges with dignity and resourcefulness.

Last year, the EAC Network provided over 180,000 home delivered meals to frail, disabled and homebound local seniors who fervently wish to remain in their own homes. Their nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks help seniors cope with three of the biggest threats of aging – hunger, isolation and loss of independence.

“We received a call from one of our clients recently who told us that the conversations with their Meals on Wheels driver have helped him cope with his wife’s passing,” said Robert Stricoff, Chief Development Officer at EAC Network. “You cannot put a dollar amount on how this program improved this couple’s quality of life and kept them together in the home that they loved and had so many positive memories at.”

According to a Brown University study in 2015, high-risk seniors receiving Meals on Wheels showed greater improvements in both mental and physical health, fewer hospitalizations and were less likely to fall. When you consider that the cost of one year for a senior to receive meals is less than one day in a hospital, it is a bargain and

money truly well spent.

Mary Coyle, Senior Director for Senior Services, Nutrition Education & Food Services at EAC Network said, “Providing food and comfort to our most vulnerable seniors is not a cost to the county, it is an investment. Well cared for and fed seniors strengthens our communities and lowers the overall cost to taxpayers.”

Furthermore, the Meals on Wheels program provides more than just food; drivers deliver a smile, friendly visit, companionship and socialization, all of which is valuable contact for those who live alone. Additionally, dependent on funding, birthdays are celebrated with a cake and pet owners may also receive pet food. To inquire about receiving or volunteering with Meals on Wheels in Nassau County, please contact Mary Coyle at (516) 992-0081 ext 206 or Mary. Coyle@eac-network.org.

EAC Meals on Wheels driver Gary Stricoff delivers a meal and a smile to a senior in Nassau County

From 18

goes to Paris

Friday, 1/20 at 2:00 pm In 1950’s London, a widowed cleaning lady falls madly in love with a couture Dior dress, deciding she must have one of her own. After working to raise the funds to pursue her dream, she embarks on an adventure to Paris that will change not only her own outlook - but the very

future of the House of Dior. Rated PG. 115 minutes.

Gentle Yoga Mondays, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, and 2/27 at 11:00 am

This 5-week all-levels class is focused on moving mindfully and with ease. Each session consists of standing, prone and seated postures. The focus is on body awareness, strengthening, stretching

and the breath. Please bring a mat and a large towel or blanket. Chairs are available to help students get up and down to the floor. This session meets 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, and 2/27. There is a non-refundable fee of $25.00 due at in-person registration.

5 Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized – VIRTUAL Monday, 1/23 at 6:30 pm on Zoom As professional organizers and co-authors of the selfhelp book Beyond Tidy, Marie Limpert & Annmarie Brogan of Organize Me! of NY, LLC will teach you their Five Basic Organizing Principles, answer questions and provide solutions to common challenges that get people stuck. This program will be presented on Zoom; please register with an email address.

Insurance Tips And Information Article provided

by Ken Marcus and Mitchell Barber

It’s the holidays…

The holidays are upon us and you’ve maxxed out the Visa card. And, while you won’t worry about how to pay down the debt until after January 2nd, you’ve possibly worried about what can go wrong.

Have you asked:

“Should I buy the extended warranty?”

“Should I buy insurance from the Rental Car agency?”

“Do I need replacement protection?”

“How do I insure this jewelry on my Home policy?”

“Do I need Full coverage on the kid’s used car?

What DOES FULL coverage mean?”

“Why am I buying more crap for my kid? Can’t I just pay for their own insurance?”

Call your insurance agent. (S)He can put your mind at ease and help you have a Happy New Year.

KEN MARCUS

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Lindenhurst Moose Lodge 1421 883 South Broadway Lindenhurst, NY 11757 ***

All of the Following events are for Members and Qualified Guests.

We Wish Happy and Healthy Holidays to All!

Our Lodge will be CLOSED January 1st.

Our Social Quarters Open ~ 6:00pm to 10:00pmSun, Mon, Tues, & Thurs. 6:00pm to 12:00amFriday & Saturday

** Kitchen Open Monday, Thursdays and Sunday 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm

** Event Tickets are available in the Social Quarters. Please ask your server. ***

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

Moose Corner

~Saturday December 31st~ Let’s Start The New Year Together!! Social Quarters Annual NEW YEARS EVE PARTY!!! $10.00 pp. Includes Hot and Cold Buffet. & Champagne toast at Midnight. Come down and have some fun with your friends. Please Contact us for more details or to let us know you’ll be there, please don’t wait. Bridgette F. 631-988-4589 Linda V. 631-957-2391

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~~Our Lodge was asked to Join in the festivities for The New Years Eve Centennial Ball Drop!!! Stop by the Hot Cocoa Booth at the Village Square and lend a hand 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Help bring it all back to the lodge and have some fun!!

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~Monday January 2nd~ Lodge General Members Meeting 8:00pm. Board of Officers Planning Meeting 9:00 pm. 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 Paul LaMartina 516650-8903

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~ Tuesday January 3rd~ WOTM Chapter 690 Social Meeting 7:00 pm

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::SAVE THE DATES:: January 5th - Life-Line Screening 8:00am-5:00pm January 8thFamily Brunch January 14thCountry Western Night January 21stFamily Breakfast

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.

Please Call the Social Quarters after 6:00pm 631-226-4364 for more information on all Dates and Events Listed.

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Check out our NEW website: http://www.mooselodge1421. com

Little Girls Need Clothing

Ethical Friends of Children, a free shop for Long Island children in need, is requesting donations of girls’ clothing, sizes 2 to 5.

This outreach program, run and supported by the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island in Garden City, assists more than 2500 children and their families each year by providing them with clothing, backpacks for school and infant furniture. The service is set up like a store so people can select what they want from a wide variety of clothes. “As we’ve set up our winter store, we are finding a gap in our supply of clothing for little girls,” says Ethical Friends of Children Director Jim LoPresti of Massapequa Park.

Ethical Friends of Children, established in 1985, is staffed entirely by volunteers and

there is no charge for any services. Individuals, families, or community groups donate gently used clothing and other things children may require, such as backpacks. Any cash donations go entirely towards purchase of needed items for children, such as diapers and formula.

“Customers” are referred by many of the area’s social service organizations and are supported by both religiously affiliated and private agencies funded by Nassau and Suffolk Counties

Volunteers are always welcome to help sort, organize and deliver clothing and goods.

To volunteer or donate, please contact office@ehsli. org

Or call the the Ethical Humanist Society of LI at 516741-7304.

People can also make a monetary contribution to EFC through https://www.ehsli. org/social-action/ethicalfriends-of-children/