November 6, 2024 Copiague by Long Island Media Group

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Long Island’s Argyle Theatre Announces The Cast For A Christmas Carol The Musical Begins Performances On November 7, 2024 Opening Night Is November 9, 2024

The Argyle Theatre (Mark and Dylan Perlman, Executive Producers & Managing Partners; Evan Pappas, Artistic Director), Long Island’s largest year-round professional theatrical venue, will present A Christmas Carol The Musical, directed by Evan Pappas and Debbie Roshe, choreographed by Debbie Roshe, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. It will begin performances on November 7 and run through January 5, 2025. The opening night will be celebrated on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 7:30 PM.

Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present, and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful “Happy Christmas” before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those who mean

Broadway heavy hitters Alan Menken (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors), Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island) and Mike Ockrent (Me and My Girl, Crazy for You, Big) breathe fantastic new life into the classic tale of A Christmas Carol.

the most to him.

A Christmas Carol is a spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens’ most well-known story. Proving its staying power with a decade-long run at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden.

Evan Pappas, Argyle Theatre’s Artistic Director NOW ON SALE: Tickets for A Christmas Carol The Musical are $70 - $90 (plus fees) and may be purchased online at www. argyletheatre.com or by calling (631) 230-3500. For group rates, please contact Marty Rubin, Director of Sales, at Marty@ArgyleTheatre. com.

A Christmas Carol The Musical will play Wednesday and Thursday at 7 PM, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM, Saturday afternoons at 2:30 PM, and Sunday afternoons at 2:00 PM. Check the website for the holiday schedule at www.ArgyleTheatre.com.

“At The Argyle Theatre, we are thrilled to bring A Christmas Carol The Musical to our stage this holiday season. This timeless tale embodies the true spirit of the holidays— reminding us of the power of compassion, generosity, and community. In a world that often feels divided, this show has a unique way of bringing people together, inspiring us to reflect on our own lives and how we can spread kindness to those around us. This production has so many past Argyle performers returning to the Argyle family! It is a joy to reconnect with these loved ones and all our loved ones as we celebrate the warmth of the season.”

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11. Gratitude

14. The act of coming together again

15. Simpler

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19. Large, ﬁsh-eating bird

21. Indicates near

23. Former CIA agent and critic

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2. Mimics

3. Expel large quantities rapidly

4. Sea eagle

5. A type of subdivision

6. Variety of Chinese

7. Mr. T’s name on “The A-Team”

8. Consumed

9. Chinese dynasty

10. NFL great Randy

12. Ireland

13. Palm trees with creeping roots

24. Icelandic poems 28. Pop 29. “Hammer” is one

30. Senses of self-importance

32. Thyrotrophic hormone

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39. Snakelike ﬁsh

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17. Impressionable persons

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27. Fraternities

29. Woman (French)

31. Sunscreen rating

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36. Spiritual leader

37. Indigo bush

38. Burn with a hot liquid

40. Junior’s father

44. Of a withered nature

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52. Jeweled headdress

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60. Assertions made again

62. Periods of history

63. Hyphen

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45. Morning

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50. Double curve

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Copiague Memorial Public Library

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

Holiday Food Drive through December 13

Help us help those who are hungry in our community. The Library, in conjunction with Long Island Cares, is accepting donations of non-perishable food such as canned meats and vegetables, soup, cereal, tuna, pasta, sauce, rice, peanut butter, jelly and baby food. Please drop your donation off at the Library during normal business hours.

Veteran’s Heroes for Heros

Friday, November 8

5:30 - 7:30 PM

You served us, now let us serve you! We’re honoring our community service personnel with an evening of great food and entertainment. All are welcome – bring your favorite appetizer or dessert to compliment the wonderful main courses our staff will be serving up! Registration is required.

Afternoon Book Discussion Thursday, November 14

1:30 - 3:00 PM

The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

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

March of the Wooden Soldiers Thursday, November 14

6:30 – 8:30 PM

Join film historian Larry Wolff as he presents March of the Wooden Soldiers (aka Babes in Toyland). This is the film that has marked the unofficial beginning of the holiday season. See why this is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and how this film still entertains children and adults today! Registration is required.

Long Island Sierra Club:

Documentary: Step into Liquid Thursday, November 14

6:30 - 8:30 PM

This program will be held in person and via Zoom.

This documentary by Dana Brown will travel around the world exploring new ways to surf, from sand dunes in the Middle East to cruising the wakes of cruise ships in the Atlantic Ocean to river surfing on a tropical island. Registration is required.

Foreigner and Journey

Tribute Band

Saturday, November 16

2:30 - 4:30 PM

This show will explore all of the eras of classic rock bands Foreigner and Journey and include their biggest hits as well as fan favorites. This tribute band will perform a fun, nostalgic and authentic concert featuring two of the world’s most iconic bands. Registration is required.

Your Homes Insulation Monday, November 18 6:30 - 8:00 PM

Join Brian Schnee from KL Home Inspection Services LLC to discuss the importance and comfort of a home that is properly insulated to one that is not. Learn about different types of insulation, proper installation techniques, basement/crawlspace insulation, attic insulation, ventilation and much more. Registration is required. meaning of dream symbols. Registration is required.

Coordinator Of Athletics Appointed

Copiague School District has appointed Patrick Kaplan as coordinator of athletics, effective Oct. 7. Since 2015, Mr. Kaplan has worked as a physical education teacher in the Brentwood Union Free School District in its elementary and secondary buildings. He also served as the head coach of the varsity cross-country team and assistant coach

for the track and field teams in the Brentwood Union Free School District since 2015.

Mr. Kaplan holds a bachelor’s degree in education from SUNY Cortland and a master’s degree from SUNY Stony Brook. In addition, he holds a certificate of advanced study from the College of St. Rose.

Photo courtesy of Copiague School District PATRICK KAPLAN

NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS

THURSDAY, NOV. 7th

7:00PM

LINDENHURST

EVENING HOMEMAKERS GROUP

Join Lindenhurst Evening Homemakers Group at the North Amityville Senior Center 48 Cedar Rd. in Amityville (off of New Hwy.) Open to all 18 years old & up. New members should arrive 15 min. early. For more information, please call Lisa LeBrie at 516-413-7467

SATURDAY, NOV. 9th

10:00AM-3:00PM

VETERAN'S BENEFITS SYMPOSIUM

Sgt . John Sardiello Post 1634 of the American Legion, 10 Bruce Street in West Babylon. Breakfast & Lunch Served. Open to all veterans and/ or their families seeking information and services. Need Information, call 631-669-3931, secretary.post1634@ gmail.com

SUNDAY, NOV. 10th

9:00AM-2:00PM

OPERATION ENDURING CARE BENEFIT CAR SHOW

Hosted by the Centurion Cruisers Car Club and American legion Post 1244 Greenlawn - Remembering our Veterans. Walt Whitman High School 301 West Hills Road in Huntington Station. They are collecting donations to beneﬁt in-patients and Community living Centers at the Northport V.A. Hospital, United Beacon House shelter and other transition and rehabilitation programs. For more info contact: Hank 516-650-9095 or Charlie 917-337-2234

HOLIDAYS

3rd - Daylight Savings Time Ends

5th - Election Day

11th - Veterans Day

28th - Thanksgiving

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BARK IN THE PARK

The North Babylon Lions Club will be hosting Bark in the Park at Birch Pavilion Belmont State Park. 5K Walk, dog costume contest, food, beverages, music, rafﬂes, pet and gift vendors, $10 donation for each dog and walker, All proceeds will beneﬁt the Guide Dog Foundation. All dogs must be on a leash. Questions and to Pre-register contact Joanie Zangerie 631-8604874, joaniezang@gmail.com

SATURDAY, NOV. 16th

9:00AM-11:00AM

SANTAPOGUE CREEK DEFENDER CLEAN UP Santapogue Creek Defender Clean Up/ West Babylon in collaboration with Babylon Rotary. Meet up is in old K-mart parking lot, Montauk Highway (across from Aldi). Gloves and bags to be provided. Please wear weather appropriate clothing. Volunteer here https://savethegreatsouthbay.org/ volunteer/

10:00AM-1:30PM

WANTAGH KIWANIS FOOD DRIVE

HUNGER affects people in EVERY community of ALL ages throughout the YEAR. Please join us at the King Kullen on Wantagh Ave. in Wantagh. Locally Beneﬁtting: St. Francis Food Pantry & St. Jude Episcopal Food Pantry - Wantagh. For more information, please call Marlena Schein 516-297-2772

SUNDAY, NOV. 17th

DOORS OPEN AT 1:30PM

BUNCO FUNDRAISER

The Joseph Barry Columbiettes are

sponsoring a BUNCO fundraiser on Sunday, November 17th at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus hall (45 Heitz Place, Hicksville). Games will begin at 2 o'clock. RAFFLES AND PRIZES, 50/50 For more information, please call Susan at 516-680-8487, or email SueSarandis@gmail.com

MONDAY, NOV. 18th

7:00PM START HOLIDAY BINGO

The LongIsland Society of Italian Americans(LISIA) is having a Holiday Bingo at St Mary’s Knights of Columbus, 78 Hempstead Avenue, Lynbrook. $45.00 per person, spaghetti and meatball dinner served family style, coffee, dessert and a cash bar. 2 games of Bingo, fun prizes awarded, share the wealth rafﬂe. Reservations required, please call Diane Langella 516-398-3484 for information.

TUESDAY, NOV. 19th

7:00-9:00PM

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet and the Islip Public Library will co-host a showing of Gerald Charles Dickens movie, "A Christmas Carol". Mr. Dickens is the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens and he performs his one-man show in Rochester, England, where Dickens lived. The movie will be shown at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave; there will be light refreshments. The movie is free and open to the public but registration is required, call 631-581-5933. For more information visit www. isliphamlethistory.org, or call 631-559-2915.

According to the National Autism Association, autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that affects the normal development of the brain in various areas. Those areas include social interaction, communication skills and cognitive function. Autism generally appears before a child reaches his or her third birthday, and the NAA notes it is diagnosed four times as often in boys than it is in girls. Roughly 40 percent of children with autism do not speak, but parents whose children speak between the ages of

12 and 18 months should know that such youngsters can still ultimately be diagnosed with autism. In such instances, the NAA notes that children lose the words they previously learned. Incidences of autism appear to be on the rise, though the reasons for that remain unclear. According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of autism had risen to one in every 59 children by 2018. That’s twice as great as the rate in 2004, when the CDC reported one in 125 children were diagnosed with autism.

Copiague Marching Band Brings Home First Place

For the first time in 18 years, Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School’s marching band took home first place at the New York State Field Band Competition at Syracuse

The band competed in the Large School 3 Division and received a score of 85.20.

The Copiague marching band also received awards for high visual, high music and overall effect.

happen in isolation,” said Copiague School District Director of Fine Arts Jennifer Ross-Troise. “They are the result of years of hard work by the students and staff and support of and administration. This group of students has been singularly remarkable: hard-working and dedicated; they are truly deserving.”

The team is directed by

in this position. The theme of the show is “Imagine That” which follows a young girl experiencing different dreamscapes. “We’ve had a lot of successes this year,” Hayes said. “We have gone regular season and scored very well. I am most proud of the way the students have grown in their musicianship and the way that they move on the field. They have made incredible

courtesy of Copiague School District

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Gestures anyone can embrace in support of veterans

Veterans Day is Novemeber 11. Community-wide events tend to be held on that day, but any day of the year is a good time to pay respect to veterans. On a local level, people can do much to thank veterans for their service and sacriﬁce.

· Provide a free restaurant meal. Oﬀer to take out a veteran for breakfast, lunch or dinner. If you see a veteran eating in a restaurant, anonymously pay the bill for that person.

· Send care packages. Communities can gather resources and chip in to make care packages for veterans who live in town, and even to send to troops stationed elsewhere.

Include foods and comforts from home.

· Buy from veterans. Seek out veteran-owned businesses in the area, and then make purchases from their retail stores or utilize their services.

· Volunteer at a VA hospital. Spend time with veterans where they receive care for current health needs or past injuries suﬀered in combat.

· Participate in a parade. If your town hosts a Veterans Day parade, ﬁnd out how you can volunteer or be a part of it. Oftentimes parade oﬃcials enable youth groups, such as high school marching bands or scouting troops, to participate in the parade.

· Write to a publication. Write an op-ed or highlight piece to submit to a local newspaper about veterans in the community. Mention local veterans who have unique stories, or speak about the importance of veterans to the community.

· Ask a veteran to speak. If you work in a school or a community center, ask veterans to share their experiences with area youth.

· Visit local memorials. Spend time visiting memorials nearby and paying homage to the veterans who devoted their time, or even their lives, to service.

To all our Veterans,

We respect you, we thank you and we honor you today and always.

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Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Fall 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

Fall Senior Advocate Schedules

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 fall, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:

• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville:

Wednesdays, November 13 & December 18, 10 am

– 1 pm

• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesdays, November 6 & December 4, 8:30 –11:00 am

• Tanner Park Senior Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesdays, November 13 & December 11, 8:30 am – 1 pm

• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesdays, November 26 & December 17, 12 – 3:30

• West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon: Thursday, November 21, 10 am – 12 pm

• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesdays, November 6 & December 4, 8:30 am –1 pm

In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:

• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesdays, November 20 & December 18, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

• Paumanack Village 5 &

6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursdays, November 21 & December 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 troublefree 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.”

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Small business owners no doubt recognize the value of repeat customers, but few may recognize just how valuable such customers can be to their bottom lines. A study from researchers at Harvard Business School found that a customer’s eighth purchase was an average of 80 percent higher than his or her first purchase. In addition, a survey from the strategic planning, marketing and sales consultants Altfeld, Inc. found that the probability of selling to an existing customer is between 60 and 70 percent,

while that probability shrinks to as low as 5 percent for new customers. Customer retention strategies like offering superior customer service and seeking input from customers can help small businesses generate more repeat customers, which can greatly improve their chances for long-term success.

Overtime Victory Leaves Copiague Cheerful During Homecoming

It was a day filled with celebration for the Copiague community as they enjoyed their homecoming festivities on Oct. 26. The celebrating began with a parade and ended with a homecoming win for the varsity football team, the first in six years.

Starting with a pep rally to close out the school day on Thursday, Oct. 24, homecoming kicked off on Saturday morning with the Copiague community and school district coming together to march down Great Neck Road. The parade included elementary

school students, staff and administrators, Board of Education members, clubs, youth football and cheer teams, the homecoming court and the class floats.

Back at Copiague Middle School, food trucks and blow-up games provided entertainment

until it was time for kickoff. The Copiague Eagles faced off against the Centereach Cougars, and the matchup proved to be an exciting one. The game was a back-andforth battle as each opponent matched touchdown after touchdown. Forced into overtime, the Eagles took

Copiague School District celebrated its homecoming on Oct. 26 with a parade that started at Great Neck Road Elementary School and marched down to Copiague Middle School for a fun-filled festival. Photos courtesy of Copiague School District

the victory 20-19 after Centereach was stopped on the two-point conversion by the Copiague defense.

During the halftime show, the homecoming court was introduced to the crowd. The senior class was crowned the winner of the homecoming floats –each themed after the four seasons – with their fallinspired float. The varsity cheerleaders and the step team both wowed the crowds with their halftime performances. To close the evening, Copiague honored the five newest inductees to the district’s Hall of Achievement. The alumni – Howard Austin Jr. (Class of 1993), Cristen Fischer Salisbury (Class of 1998), Joseph Garguilo (Class of 1983), Cedric Shine (Class of 2001) and Keith Willnauer (Class of 1974) – were nominated for the indelible mark they left on the school community.

Members of the homecoming court were introduced during the halftime festivities.

The Copiague Eagles took home their first win in six years with a 20-19 victory over Centereach during their homecoming on Oct. 26.

More Ways To Honor Veterans

Millions of people make considerable sacrifices to protect the freedoms of their fellow citizens. According to the Pew Research Center and data from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Census Bureau, there are currently more than 18 million living veterans in the United States. The 2021 Census counted 461,240 veterans in Canada, according to Veterans Affairs Canada.

The term “veteran” refers to a person who served in the active military, naval, air service, or space service and was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. In the U.S., there are actually five types of protected veterans, according to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974. Under VEVRAA, a veteran may be classified as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran,

or Armed Forces service medal veteran. Veterans deserve respect and admiration all year long, but also get their own holiday each November. Veterans Day celebrates veterans’ patriotism and willingness to sacrifice and serve. This Veterans Day, people can consider these eight unique ways to honor the veterans in their community.

1. Attend events. Organize or participate in local Veterans Day celebrations, such as parades and ceremonial events.

2. Get involved with veterans’ affairs. Support veterans by volunteering with organizations that assist them, such as the VA, local veteran’s groups, VA hospitals, or charities dedicated to veteran services.

3. Petition for veteran speakers. Reach out to schools, scout troops or other groups and arrange opportunities for veterans

to share their stories and contributions. Learning about the sacrifices these men and women made can heighten individuals’ appreciation for veterans.

4. Support the families of veterans. Reach out to veterans’ families, who also must make sacrifices and concessions. Anything from shopping, babysitting, doing chores, or making a meal can help the families of veterans.

5. Make a donation. If finances allow, make contributions to reputable charities that provide services for veterans like those that offer mental health counseling or job placement services. If there isn’t a charity that fits with your vision, begin one.

6. Hire veterans to work. If you are a business owner or hiring manager, consider hiring veterans for open positions at your company. It can

be challenging to reenter the workforce after service, so make it known that your firm welcomes veterans.

7. Offer personal acknowledgements. Take the time to speak to veterans and thank them for their service. If possible, when dining out, ask the server if you can pay for the meal of a veteran who also is dining that day.

8. Don’t forget the fallen veterans. Although Memorial Day is designed to honor those who lost their lives through military service, people still can honor the fallen veterans on Veterans Day by sharing stories or placing flags at veteran cemeteries.

Veterans Day is celebrated on November 11, marking an opportunity to express one’s gratitude and support for the scores of veterans who have served honorably.