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CHEER AT THE CHAMBER’S 5TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY FAIR
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce kicked off the holiday season with its 5th Annual Holiday Fair, bringing festive spirit and family fun to the community. One of the biggest highlights of the day was a special visit from Santa Claus, who delighted children and families while spreading Christmas cheer.
Town Of Oyster Bay To Host FREE
‘Holiday On Ice’ Show
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are pleased to announce the Annual ‘Holiday on Ice’ Show is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 20th at the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center located in Bethpage Community Park, 1001 Stewart Avenue. Admission to the show is free. Students from the Town’s Ice Skating Program will perform an enchanting, holiday-themed skating exhibition and the evening includes an exhibition hockey game between the Elves and the Reindeer, which are two teams comprised of players from the Town of Oyster Bay Youth Ice Hockey
program. Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to visit with children and take holiday photographs after the show.
“This special holiday performance is an annual tradition for many families and children across the Town,” said Supervisor Saladino. “The show provides an opportunity for participants in the Town’s popular ice skating program to showcase the hard work they’ve put into in training all year. Join us on December 20th as the performances are sure to dazzle all those in attendance!”
In the spirit of “the season of giving,” attendees are invited to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation to the
United States Marines ‘Toys for Tots’ Collection Drive which benefits local children throughout the community.
‘Holiday on Ice’ performance attendees will also be offered an opportunity to take part in the Holiday Mail for Heroes program, which offers residents the opportunity to fill out free holiday greeting cards, available in the lobby, for delivery to troops in the United States Armed Forces stationed in the homeland and around the globe.
Please visit www. oysterbaytown.com for more information or call (516) 797-4121.
Hear Better This Holiday Season
To celebrate the holiday season, we are offering a complimentary:
•Personalized hearing consultation
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•Clean and check for current hearing aid wearers
Don’t miss out on the sounds of family, friends and festivities, both this holiday season & the year to come! Nassau
Registration Open For Winter Sports programs
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Lou Imbroto invites residents to participate in the Town of Oyster Bay’s Winter Athletic Programs for basketball, badminton, and volleyball, which kickoff in the new year. All athletic programs run for 10 weeks, are co-ed, and are open to individuals 18 and over. Online registration for Town residents visit www. oysterbaytown.com/sports.
“The Town’s athletic programs offer a great opportunity for residents to take to the court, improve their skills, and make new friends,” said Councilman Imbroto. “We have various sessions scheduled for each sport, giving residents several opportunities to have fun while staying active.”
Basketball pickup games will be held on Thursdays from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning on January 4, 2026. The Basketball
program runs 10weeks and costs $40 for residents and $75 for non-residents.
Badminton is offered in two sessions, of which registrants select one. Classes start Sunday, January 4, 2026. Session 1 takes place Tuesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Fridays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Sundays from 6:10 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. Session 2 takes place Tuesdays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Fridays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Sundays from 8:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. The Badminton program is 10 weeks long and costs $90 for residents and $125 for nonresidents.
Volleyball is offered in one of two sessions. The first session will be held on Mondays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Wednesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Saturdays from 6:10 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. The second session will take place on Mondays from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., Wednesdays
from 10:15 p.m. to 11:35 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m.. The volleyball program is 10 weeks long, costs $90 for residents and $125 for nonresidents, and is scheduled to begin on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Registration is available by visiting oysterbaytown. com/sports. You must upload proof of residency (tax or utility bill) and a
valid identification card such as a driver’s license. Proof of residency is required for resident discount. The schedule is subject to change – if a session is cancelled, make-up day(s) will be attempted. For more information, or to inquire about special holiday scheduling, please call (516) 797-7945 or email tobparks@oysterbayny.gov.
SUNDAY, DEC. 7th
DECEMBER HAPPENINGS
THROUGH DEC. 31st (Daily)
ANIMIATED CHILDREN'S WALKTHROUGH STORY
Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. Open during normal store hours. Located in the Christmas Gallery. The Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! Please bring a donation of a non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and it drop off at the end of the walkthrough. Free Event. For more information, please call 516- 334-0066
THROUGH JAN. 1st (Daily)
PORT JEFFERSON FESTIVAL OF TREES at Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway in Port Jefferson. Free Event. See beautifully decorated Trees by local businesses, groups, and nonprofits! This event is presented by The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. Title Sponsor - Hanover Bank. Co-Sponsor: The Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson. For more information, please call 631-473-1414
THROUGH JAN. 4th (Daily)
12:00NOON-3:00PM
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday ANNUAL MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY
The Town of Babylon History Museum and Babylon Town Historical Society, feature an interactive model train display (240 sq. ft.) that highlights historic points of interest from around the Town of Babylon. Admission is FREE. The Town History Museum is located at the historic Old Town Hall, built in 1918 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in
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2005. For more information, please call 631-587-3750
SUNDAY, DEC. 13th
3:00PM-5:00PM
FREE HOLIDAY CONCERT
Get into the Holiday Cheer at the South Shore Mall in Bay Shore. The West Islip Symphony Orchestra is back with bringing Holiday "Sounds of the Seasons." Join them for a sing along and Holiday Classics in this free performance. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, info@ isliparts.org
SUNDAY, DEC. 14th
3:00PM
HOLIDAY AND HITS CONCERT TO HELP THE FOOD PANTRY
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 36 East John St. in Lindenhurst. Free will offering and bring a non perishable food item, includes light refreshments. For more information, please call Kerrianne at 631-867-8943
7:00PM
THE MESSIAH FEEDS THE HUNGRY
Through the generosity of the Church of St. Joseph, the renowned St. Joseph’s Choir and friends will present the traditional FREE concert at St. Joseph’s Church in Babylon Village. The renowned St. Joseph Choir has presented a yearly December concert for over 25 years raising more than $100.000 for the benefit of the Mercy INN Soup Kitchen in Wyandanch. The church will be in darkness at 7:00 so early arrival is recommended. Donations are encouraged to benefit the soup kitchen-cash or check payable to The
Mercy INN and may also be dropped off at the Parish Center-39 N. Carll Ave. in Babylon Village before or after the concert.
For more information, please call 631-669-0068.
THROUGH, DEC. 15th
ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVE
The Annual Toys for Tots Drive Returns to Town Hall. Join Councilman Terence McSweeney and the U.S. Marine Corps in giving back this holiday season! Babylon Town Hall is located at 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. Residents are encouraged to drop off new, unwrapped toys, books, or games in the Town Hall Lobby Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Your donation will help make the holidays brighter for children in need throughout our community. For more information, please call 631-9573081.
THURSDAY, DEC. 18th
6:00PM-7:45PM
WINTER GREENERY WORKSHOP
At the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh. A winter greenery workshop to celebrate the season! RSVP to PaumanackeGC@ gmail.com to receive details and to register. Lite refreshments will be served after the workshop.
SATURDAY, DEC. 20th
6:00PM-10:30PM
BRUMIDI’S CHRISTMAS PARTY at Sons & Daughters of Italy, 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For more information and reservations, please call Linda at 516-356-0949, www. sonsofitalyli.com
ANTIPASTO (Choose one)
• Traditional Antipasto Platter
• Handmade Mozzarella Caprese Platter
• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter
FIRST COURSE (Choose one)
MAIN COURSE (Choose one)
• Penne Alla Vodka • Linquine Fruitti di Mare
• Baked Ziti
• Lasagna (Meat or Cheese)
• Stuffed Shells • Baked Manicotti
SALAD (Choose one)
• Garden or Caesar
• Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese with Fresh Seasonal Berries
• USDA Prime Stuffed Flank Steak Roast (Raw)
• Boar’s Head Sweet Sliced Ham (Brown Sugar Glaze)
• All Natural, Hormone Free Center-Cut Stuffed Boneless Pork Roast (Raw)
• Stuffed Flounder Filet
VEGETABLE (Choose two)
• String Bean Casserole • String Bean Almondine
• Candied Sweet Potatoes • Eggplant Rollatine or
• Roasted Potato Wedges Parmigiana
• Sautéed Broccoli
DESSERT (Choose one)
• Apple Pie or Grain Pie
• Fresh Cut Fruit Bowl
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Celebrating our 16th Year in Copiague
NOODLE & FRIED RICE
L 1. Pad Thai .......................................... $10.95
Stir-fried Thai noodles with chicken or shrimp, egg, bean sprouts, dry tofu & topped with ground peanuts
L 3. Pad See Eaw ................................... $10.95
Thai country style stir-fried broad rice noodles with Chinese broccoli & eggs (Choice of chicken or beef)
L 3A. Pad Ki Mao (Drunken Noodle) ............. $10.95
Spicy stir-fried board rice noodle with basil, onion, scallion & bell peppers (Choice of chicken or beef)
L 4. Lar Nard
$10.95
Stir-fried broad rice noodles topped with chicken or beef & Chinese broccoli in brown gravy
L 5. Mee Ga-Thi $10.95
Spicy stir-fried coconut noodle with chicken, baby shrimp, pepper, mushroom, bean sprouts & basil
L 6. Pad Wooson
$12.50
Stir fried clear noodles with shrimp, shitake mushroom, tomatoes & vegetables
L 7. Khao Pad Supparot $10.95 (Pineapple Coconut Fried Rice)
Coconut fried rice with chicken topped with ground peanuts & fried onions.
VEGETABLES SERVED WITH RICE
L 8. Pad Ruom Mitt............................... $10.95
House special stir-fried mixed vegetables & tofu with basil & chili paste
L 9. Ma Khue Puag (Eggplant) .................. $10.95
Eggplant stir-fried in sweet chili sauce & lime leaves
L 10. Tua Yau (String Beans) $10.95
String beans stir-fried with dried tofu, scallions, garlic & soybean
L 11. Pad Nor Mai (Asparagus) $10.95 Asparagus with bamboo shoots, shitake mushroom in brown sauce
ENTREES SERVED WITH RICE
L 17. Gai Pad Bai Ga Prow ..................... $11.95
(Spicy Basil Chicken)
Spicy basil chicken with pepper, onion and chili pepper
L17A. Mango Chicken $11.95
Mango, red onions, pepper, sweet pea pod, chicken, sweet and sour.
L17B. Garlic Chicken ............................... $11.95
Chicken stir-fried with Shitake mushrooms, scallions & bamboo shoots.
L 18. Gai Pat Prik King $11.95
(Chicken with String Bean)
Chicken stir-fried with string bean, basil, chili paste & soy bean.
L 19. Gai Kana
(Chicken with Chinese Broccoli)
Sauteed chicken with Chinese broccoli & baby corn.
$11.95
L19A. Peanut Chicken ............................. $11.95
Chicken with carrot, red onion, pepper, sweet pea pod, peanut and brown sauce.
L 20. Gai Pad Kieng (Ginger Chicken) .. $11.50
Chicken stir-fried with young ginger, black fungus, scallions, bell pepper, onion, bamboo shoots, carrot, baby corn in a ginger sauce
L 21. Gai Pad Prik Haeng ....................... $11.95 (Cashew Chicken)
Chicken stir-fried with mushroom, bell pepper, bamboo shoots & dry hot pepper.
L 22. Gai Pad Nor Mai $11.95
(Chicken or Beef with Asparagus)
Chicken or beef sauteed with asparagus with shitake mushroom in oyster sauce.
CURRY SERVED WITH RICE
L 12. Gaeng Keo Wahn Plak $11.95
Mixed vegetables with green curry in coconut milk
L 13. Gaeng Keo Wahn (Green Curry) .... $11.95
Green curry with chicken or beef, pepper, eggplants, basil & coconut milk
L 14. Gaeng Masman $11.95 Masman curry with coconut milk, onions, potatoes & peanuts (Chicken or Beef)
L 15. Gaeng Panang Panang Curry $11.95
Panang curry with chicken or beef with basil, lime leaf, pepper & coconut milk
L 16. Gaeng Goong Sapparod ........... $12.50 (Pineapple Curry Shrimp)
Panang curry shrimp with string bean, pepper, bamboo shoots, basil & pineapple
SERVED WITH
Assemblyman Durso Attends Massapequa American Legion Post 1066 Boys & Girls State Awards Ceremony
Pictured L to R:
New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park) recently joined his colleagues in government and members of the Massapequa American Legion Post 1066 at the annual Boys and Girls State Awards Ceremony.
The Boys State and Girls State are summer leadership and citizenship programs sponsored by the American Legion and the American
Legion Auxiliary for high school juniors. Participants learn the structure government and the duties, privileges, rights, and responsibilities of the American Citizenship.
“This award demonstrates you recognize the importance of civic engagement and leadership. ”
“Congratulations to all the students who took part in this outstanding program,” said Assemblyman Durso.
Registration Opening For Winter Fitness Classes
Residents ready to fulfil their New Year’s resolutions or just looking for a great way to stay in shape can join in the Town of Oyster Bay Co-Ed Fitness Classes! Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh announces that registration is opening for a variety of fitness classes, including Ballroom Dancing, Pilates, Intermediate Pilates, Zumba, Cardio Kickboxing, Yoga and Gentle Movement/ Mediation in the new year at the Hicksville Athletic Center. These 10-week classes are open to all residents ages 18 and over and offer a fun way to stay fit and meet new people.
“These great fitness programs provide a fun
way to stay active while increasing energy and making new friends,” said Councilwoman Walsh.
“Whether you’re into high-energy workouts like cardio kickboxing or prefer something more relaxing like yoga, there’s a class for everyone to enjoy!”
Sessions begin the first week of January 2026 in the following programs:
• Ballroom Dancing: Saturdays, 7pm–8pm, starting January 10th
• Cardio Kickboxing: Thursdays, 8pm–9pm, starting January 8th
• Pilates: Mondays, 8pm–9pm, starting January 5th
• Yoga:
o Saturdays, 9am–10am, starting January 10th
o Sundays, 8:45am–9:45am, starting January 4th
o Tuesdays, 8pm–9pm, starting January 6th
o Thursdays, 7am–8am, starting January 8th
• Zumba:
o Mondays, 6:45pm–7:45pm, starting January 5th
o Wednesdays, 7:30pm–8:30pm, starting January 7th
o Saturday, 7:45am-8:45am, starting January 10th
• Gentle Movement/ Mediation:
o Tuesdays, 7am-8am, starting January 6th
o Saturdays, 8:15pm9:15pm, starting January 10th
Registrater at oysterbay town.com/sports. Residents
will need to upload proof of residency (tax or utility bill) and a valid ID (like a driver’s license). Nonresident registration begins on December 15th. Registration is $75 for Town residents and $100 for nonresidents.
Don’t forget your mats! Participants should bring their own mats for Yoga, Pilates, Cardio Kickboxing and Gentle Movement/ Meditation. Class schedules are subject to change, and if a session is cancelled, makeup days will be attempted. For more information or questions about special scheduling, call (516) 7977945 or email tobparks@ oysterbay-ny.gov
(Back Row) Joe Clark, Past Commander Post 1066; Sue Dietrich, Auxiliary Unit 1066 President; Senator Steve Rhoads; Assemblyman John Mikulin; Karyn Faragher, Auxiliary Unit 1066 1st VP; Councilman Tom Hand; Assemblyman Michael Durso; Legislator James Kennedy; John Nolan, Commander Post 1066 alongside Boys State/Girls State honorees.
Holiday Cheer At The Chamber’s 5th Annual Holiday Fair
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce kicked off the holiday season with its 5th Annual Holiday Fair, bringing festive spirit and family fun to the community. One of the biggest highlights of the day was a special visit from Santa Claus, who delighted children and families while spreading Christmas cheer. Guests also enjoyed holiday shopping with local vendors, exciting raffle baskets, free photos with Santa, face painting, a magic show, hot cocoa, ornament-making, and a surprise appearance by the Grinch.
The Chamber extends its gratitude to Main Event Sponsor Investment Insight Wealth Management, along with Santa sponsor CMIT Solutions of South Nassau, Hot Cocoa sponsor TLC Home Care and Companions, Photos with Santa sponsor Robin Joy Photography, and Face Painting sponsor Legame Permanent Jewelry.
Special thanks to Event CoChairs Randi Jankowski and Isabelle Rapacciuolo for their hard work in making the Holiday Fair a great success!
Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Honors Our Heroes!
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce hosted its Veterans Appreciation Luncheon on November 20th at the Massapequa Elks Lodge. Honorees included Michael Hammond of American Legion Post 1066, Leonard Scheiner of AMVETS Post 88, and Major Gerald Thomas O’Buckley II of VFW Post 7277. The event was generously supported by main event sponsor TLC Companions Home Care, the Massapequa Elks Lodge, local restaurants (All American, Bacaro Italian Tavern, Corner Galley, Crazy Bagels, Dairy Queen, Embassy Diner, Mario’s Massapequa, Mercato Kitchen & Cocktails, Me and You Restaurant, Patrizia’s of Massapequa, Sal’s Place, Smokin’ Al’s, and Zona) and the Amityville American Legion Pipe Band.
