August 28, 2024 Copiague by Long Island Media Group

Copiague Memorial Public Library

50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York 11726

Tel 631-691-1111 Fax 631-691-5098

Halloween Costume Donation

Beginning September 3

Our Copiague teens will be collecting new or gently used costumes to be distributed just in time for Halloween! Come down to the Library anytime to donate your previous Halloween or dance recital costumes. A donation bin will be placed inside the Library. Beginning Monday, October 7 our meeting room will be opened to browse for costumes.

Toiletry Drive

September 3 – October 25

Hygiene products are essential to maintaining good health and can provide relief to individuals and families who are in need. Join us as we celebrate the Great Give Back by helping those families by donating new and unused items such as: dental hygiene products (toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, etc.), sanitization and PPE items (face coverings/ masks, sanitation wipes, hand sanitizer, gloves) bathing products (shampoo, conditioner, soap, towels).

Let’s Play Ping-Pong

Tuesdays, September 3, 10

4:00 - 8:00 PM

Ping-pong is a fun activity that patrons of all ages can enjoy! Please call the Library and book a onehour appointment to play with a friend! Registration is required.

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

Wednesday, September 4

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Registration not required.

Canasta For Beginners

Wednesdays, September 4, 11, 18, 25

3:00 - 4:30 PM

Canasta combines elements of Bridge and Rummy. This game is easy to learn, especially for players of these games. Join instructor Donna Miller-Small for this fun series to get you started.

Registration is required.

Long Island Sierra Club: Wildlife Photography Thursday, September 5 6:30 - 8:30 PM

This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Join Miguel Torres as he shares his wonderful photos of local birds including Yellow Warblers, Osprey and Barn Swallows. Learn how Mr. Torres got the “photo bug” at a park in Montreal when a Black Capped Chickadee landed on him looking for a handout! Registration is required.

Afternoon Games

Fridays, September 6, 13, 20, 27 12:30 - 3:30 PM

Come with your group to play any game of your choice. Registration is required.

Creative Writing 101

Tuesdays, September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 8, 15

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Do you have a hidden talent for writing poetry or prose?

Then this creative writing workshop is just for you. Join Lou Capitano in this fun workshop and please bring a sample of your writing to the first class. Registration is required.

VA Outreach

Wednesday, September 18

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Are you a Veteran? Unsure of what benefits you are entitled to and need more information? Come to

General Bereavement Support Group & Loss of Adult Child Group

Will be Offered at St. John Nepomucene 1140 Locust Ave. Bohemia, NY 11716

Each group will be eight weeks in duration beginning Thursday, September 12th

the Library and see an Outreach Specialist from the Nassau Veterans Center. Registration not required.

Afternoon Book Discussion

Thursday, September 12

1:30 - 3:00 PM

The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki

Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required.

Savvy Sightseer: Oslo: Captivating Capital City

Thursday, September 12 6:30 - 8:00 PM

Norway’s capital city has an inviting tag line for its state-of-the-art Opera House: “please, walk on our roof!” That’s indicative of Norwegian philosophy overall, nature is free for everyone. This compact city has it all from expanses of nature, world-class architecture, culture, history and art! Join Jeanne Schnupp to see why this city had been labeled one of the top happiest places in the world. Registration is required.

Cookies, Coffee and Karaoke Friday, September 13

3:00 - 5:00 PM

It’s karaoke Friday! Sing your favorite song or enjoy the tunes sung by your family and friends. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is required.

The General Support Group is open to anyone who has suffered a loss at least three months prior to the start of the group. The Adult Child Group has no wait requirement. Each group meets weekly for 90 minutes followed by refreshments and hospitality. There is no cost but a commitment to attend each meeting throughout the program is required. Both groups are offered in a closed and confidential setting with highly trained facilitators and limited to 12 people.

Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited. Please call the number below to reserve your seat. Call 631-589-0540, ext. 250

Rebuilding Together Long Island Awarded NBCUniversal Local Impact Grant

Rebuilding Together Long Island, Inc., a nonprofit with a vision of safe homes and communities for everyone announced on August 20, 2024, they are a winner of The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s 2024 Local Impact Grant Challenge. The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation is granting $2.5 million this year to nonprofits that are strengthening our communities.

Rebuilding Together Long Island is an affiliate of the national organization, Rebuilding Together, Inc. with 112 affiliates across the country. For 32 years, Rebuilding Together

Long Island’s dedicated core of volunteers have served qualifying, struggling homeowners in communities across Long Island by providing FREE handyman type maintenance, as well as modifications for those with physical limitations. From minor repairs to modifications that may include wheelchair ramps, grabs and railings, modifications of bathtubs to walk-in showers, every home is assessed for safety and accessibility. By winning this competitive grant, we hope to continue strengthening our community and serving the seniors, veterans, families and people with physical limitations who

need a helping hand. “We care about our neighbors” states Stella Hendrickson, President, and grant programs like this help us achieve our mission of repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives. This grant is more than an award to our program, it is a celebration of our mission and we are very excited to share this wonderful opportunity for growth.

For more information, whether you are a homeowner in need or would like to sponsor a project, please call 631.777.7894. Volunteers may apply on our website at www. rebuildingtogetherli.org

Tanger Outlets Deer Park And Riverhead Invite Local Schools To Apply For 2024 Tangerkids Grants Program Through Oct. 18

Tanger Outlets Deer Park and Tanger Outlets Riverhead announce the launch of the 2024 TangerKids Grants Program, continuing a long history of investing in the local community by supporting educational resources that help area students succeed. Applications are now open through Oct. 18, and Long Island educators are encouraged to apply at grants.tanger.com. The platform invites teachers and leaders within the community to identify their needs and request funding to enhance programs and better serve students as they

work to create a more productive and inclusive learning environment.

Throughout the program’s history spanning nearly 30 years, Tanger has contributed more than $3.4 million to schoolfocused initiatives in the communities it serves.

In 2023, Tanger awarded $168,000 to fund over 140 grants to schools and programs across the U.S., supporting equipment upgrades, inclusion initiatives, interactive learning spaces, hygiene and clothing closets, literacy efforts, STEM and more.

This year, Tanger has earmarked 70% of total

grants for support of underserved schools, accessibility programs and student needs. Faculty members at public and private schools from pre-K to grade 12 are eligible to participate in the annual program.

Tanger Deer Park and Riverhead shoppers will again be invited to help choose grant winners in their community through Member’s Choice voting, which will be open Dec. 2 – 13. Award recipients will be announced in January 2025 and celebrated at the center’s annual TangerKids Day.

EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

Garage Door Sale!

Door Sale!

Garage Door Sale!

Suffolk Bus Corporation Teams Up With Transit Workers Union Local 252, North Fork Transit & EBT To

Starting this month, Suffolk County transit drivers who served our nation will be honored with a special uniform patch bordered in gold, where the word “veteran” is stitched in silver letters under the United States Flag for display on each driver’s sleeve.

To commemorate this special honor, a ceremony was held at Suffolk Bus Corporation’s (SBC) Ronkonkoma bus depot to thank the drivers, mechanics, and office staff for their service to our country and their dedication to the Suffolk County transit system. Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, who serves as chair of the Legislature’s Veterans Committee and the Public Works, Transportation & Energy Committee, was on hand to recognize the commitment, sacrifices and extraordinary contributions of America’s veterans.

The concept to honor our veterans in this special way was initiated by Suffolk Bus Corp. driver, Luis Mercado, a veteran of the US Marine Corps and the Navy Reserves, and chair of the Transport Workers Union Local 252 Veterans Committee.

Suffolk Bus Corp. worked with North Fork Transit and EBT, the other transit service providers in Suffolk County, and Transport Workers Union Local 252, to implement this program.

“I am so pleased that we were able to find a way to honor this special group of drivers. Thank you to Luis and his committee for helping to make this happen,” said John Corrado, Suffolk Bus Corporation President.

“Suffolk County is very proud of the job that our transit workers do every day. We’re especially proud to know of the men and women who serve our system and

who also served our country. These are great people doing great work. The distinctive patch is a well-deserved

thank you for their service,” said Legislator Caracappa.

“Suffolk County is the first county in the country

Join The Long Island St. Jude Walk/Run On Sept. 21st In Honor Of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Hybrid Event For Individuals, Teams Across The Country Benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Registration is open for the St. Jude Walk/Run Long Island presented by Tweezerman during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month at 8:30AM EST on Saturday, September 21st at Marcum Mellville Offices and Park. The St. Jude Walk/ Run provides supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® a chance to take action and walk or run in person and virtually to raise funds and awareness for St. Jude. Thanks to generous supporters, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. This year’s St. Jude Walk/Run series is nationally presented by Window World, Marcum Foundation and Kia. For those attending the St. Jude Walk/Run in person, there will be food trucks, family entertainment and a St. Jude patient family speaker who will share why the community’s support means so much to families like theirs. St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-

to honor their veterans in this way,” said Debra Hagan, President of TWU Local 252.

“We’re honored to have

the opportunity to express our deepest gratitude to those who have served our country.”

AUGUST HAPPENINGS

SATURDAY AUGUST 31

7:30AM-1:00PM RUNNERS EDGE

MAIN STREET MILE

The 21st Annual Runner’s Edge Main Street Mile will begin with a Kid’s Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. on Main Street in Farmingdale, followed by a woman’s one-mile run at 9:00 a.m. and a Men’s one-mile run at 9:30 a.m. Hockey legend Pat LaFontaine will be on hand for the races, as well as a postrace blow-out at The Tap Room in Farmingdale beginning at 11 a.m. ! For more information, please call 516-420-7963

10:00AM-4:00PM

END OF SUMMER FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church at 369 Green Avenue in East Meadow will host its End of Summer Festival (rain or shine). It will feature Ethnic and BBQ foods, live music, kids’ games, flea market, basket raffle, and $1,000 cash prize raffle. Admission is free. For more information, please call 516-483-3649, email htocem@gmail. com or visit www.htocem.org.

2:00PM-5:00PM

DAHLIA EXHIBITION AND PHOTO SHOW

The Long Island Dahlia Society will hold its annual Dahlia Exhibition and Photo Show at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Carriage House, 440 Montauk Highway in Great River. Show is free with entry in the park. For further information visit WWW. LongIslandDahlia.org

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

UPCOMING SEPTEMBER EVENTS

THURSDAY, SEPT. 5

7:00PM LINDENHURST EVENING HOMEMAKERS GROUP

Join Lindenhurst Evening Homemakers Group at the Amityville Senior Center on Cedar St. Open to all members and newcomers 18 years old and up. Meet ups start at 7pm & new members should arrive 15 min. early. For more information, please call Lisa LeBrie at 516-413-7467

SATURDAY, SEPT. 7

6:00PM

QUEENS SOUND PRESENTS: "SONGS BENEATH THE TREES"

Our Lady of Grace Concert Series Presents an evening of serene melodies evoking a world of natural beauty. $10 Suggested Donation. Refreshments will be served. Our Lady of Grace, 666 Albin Ave. in West Babylon. For more information, please call 631-587-5185

SUNDAY, SEPT. 8

9:00AM-4:00PM 36th ANNUAL COPIAGUE KIWANIS CAR SHOW & MARKET PLACE

This event is proudly presented by the Copiague Kiwanis in collaboration with the Town of Babylon and will take place at Tanner Park. Get ready for a day ﬁlled with chrome, classic tunes, and family fun. For further questions, Phil Guerra can be contacted directly at 516-647-2754 or via email at philcarshow@optonline.net.

9:30AM 9/11 REMEMBRANCE SERVICE

The Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street, will hold a Remembrance Service on the 23rd anniversary of 9-11. Following the service everyone is invited to honor the day by placing ribbons around the Memorial Tree dedicated to Lt. Christopher P. Sullivan, FDNY, who generously led our Nursery School children in ﬁre safety. All Farmingdale ﬁremen/emergency responders and their families are invited to attend, as is the general public. Please join us.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12

7:00PM

LONG ISLAND IN THE MOVIES

The Seaford Historical Society will host a presentation by Greg Blank about Long Island in the Movies, at the Historical Society Museum. The Museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Members Free. $5 fee for nonmembers. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-660-2275

CALL FOR TIME

GENERAL

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP &

LOSS

OF ADULT CHILD GROUP

The General Support Group is open to anyone who has suffered a loss at least three months prior to the start of the group. The Adult Child Group has a no wait requirement. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited. The groups will be offered at St. John Nepomucene, 1140 Locust Ave. in Bohemia. Please call to reserve your seat, 631-589-0540, ext. 250.

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Join The Long Island St. Jude Walk/Run On Sept. 21st In Honor Of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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threatening diseases. Fundraising events like the St. Jude Walk/Run unite individuals across the country to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children. ® Everywhere. Register or learn more at stjude. org/walk<LongIsland>.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is

leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was largely considered incurable. Since then, St. Jude has

helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80%, and it won’t stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St.

Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

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