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.
Town Of Oyster Bay To Host FREE
‘Holiday On Ice’ Show
United States Marines ‘Toys for Tots’ Collection Drive which benefits local children throughout the community.
“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
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.
‘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.
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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.
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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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
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!
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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
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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 non-residents.
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
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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 non-residents, 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.
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When making a holiday shopping list and checking it twice, shoppers may want to put more emphasis on experiential gifts over material items.
Give The Gift Of Life By Donating Blood On December 23rd
With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Tuesday, December 23rd, from 1 pm to 7 pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.
Clerk LaMarca stated, “Blood supplies are critically needed for local hospitals to meet the demand and continue saving lives. Please consider participating in this blood drive to help bolster our blood banks and ensure as many people as possible can be helped. Together,
we can give the gift of life through a simple blood donation.”
A 2023 survey from GetYourGuide found 51 percent of people prefer some type of travel, 40 percent want to attend a show, 30 percent prefer outdoor activities, and 27 percent want to visit museums. The data is showing more and more people are choosing to share experiences and create meaningful memories with the people they love rather than offering material gifts. The desire for experiential gifts is particularly strong among millennials and Gen Z.
Appointments are preferred for the Town’s Blood Drive. To qualify as a donor, a person must be between the ages of 17 and 75 years old (16 with parental permission and 76 or older with a doctor’s note), weigh at least 110 pounds, and not have donated blood within the last 56 days. Anyone who received a tattoo within the past three months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that donors eat well (low-fat) and drink fluids in the days before the Blood Drive. Additionally,
all donors will receive a voucher for a free Blizzard at Dairy Queen.
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino added, “It’s quick, easy, and safe to donate a single pint of blood, which can save up to three lives. Donating blood at the Hicksville Athletic Center is an incredible way for all of us to pitch in and give back, to help ease the burden of our Healthcare Heroes as they continue to provide lifesaving efforts.”
For additional information regarding the Town’s Blood Drive, contact (516) 624-6380. To make an appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at www.oysterbaytown.com/ blooddrive
Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency
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A Beginner’s Guide To Wreath-Making
Wreaths are popular decorative items that can be customized for any season or occasion. Wreaths are particularly popular during the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas, especially when adorned with evergreen boughs and berries. Learning how to make a wreath can be a handy skill.
Those new to wreathmaking need not worry, as it’s relatively easy to learn the technique. Here are the basics to crafting a wreath, which can then be adorned as desired.
Materials needed
The first step to making a wreath is having the right tools and materials on hand.
• Wreath form: This is the frame upon which the materials will be attached. Choose a form diameter that matches the desired
size for the center ring of the wreath, as longer flowers or branches can be attached to create a larger finished wreath. A 10-inch wreath form is good for getting started. The form can be made from metal or grapevine. For a foam form, you’ll be poking wire into the form instead of wrapping it around it to secure your greenery and decorations.
• Paddle wire: Choose 22- to 24-gauge paddle wire to attach greenery and additional items onto the form.
• Clippers and wire cutters
• Craft scissors
• Foliage, flowers and boughs
• Decorative items and accessories
• Floral tape
• Door hanger
Prepare your work station
Once you have collected your supplies, it’s time to begin. Place all materials on a protected surface. Trim foliage into workable sizes that will fit neatly on the frame, and set aside.
Build bundles
The first step to making a wreath is to make small bouquets or bundles of greenery that look good in small bunches, suggests Homesteading Family. Hold the bundle tightly and use floral tape around the stems to keep each bundle together. Repeat this process until you have
several bundles to attach to the wreath form.
Start attaching the greenery
Begin by laying a bundle onto the form and using a piece of paddle wire to first wrap around the form, and then wrap around the bundle stems to hold in place. Experts suggest pointing the stems inward and arranging the leaves and greenery to point outwards to create a fan shape. Always place the next bundle slightly overlapping and on top of the previous bundle to cover the stems. Repeat this process all around the wreath form until you reach the starting point.
Add your embellishments
Fill in any sparse areas with some decorations, such as small ornaments, bows, pinecones, ribbons, or plastic gems. Simply wrap a piece of wire around the decoration and attach
it to the form as you did the bundles. When adding embellishments, work in odd-numbered groupings, as they look more aesthetically appealing on a circle, say the floral experts at Team Flower. Twist all wire ends tightly to avoid scratching your door or wall when the wreath is ready to hang.
Hang the wreath
Place the wreath holder on your door or in another spot. Determine what is the top of the wreath and twist two pieces of your paddle wire together to thicken it. Fashion the wire into a loop shape so you will have a “hook” for hanging the wreath onto the holder, which makes it more secure.
Making a homemade wreath is inexpensive and a perfect craft project for the holiday season.
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