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SANTA AND THE UNITED STATES MARINES TO DELIVER TOYS FOR TOTS
Santa Claus is coming to Hempstead Town, and he’s enlisted the help of Supervisor John Ferretti, the Hempstead Town Board, and the United States Marines Toys for Tots organization to ensure that every child receives a gift this holiday season. The Town of Hempstead and the United States Marines Toys for Tots organization will also host a Holiday Collection Cruise-Thru event on Saturday, December 13th from 10 AM to 2 PM at Veterans Memorial Park in East Meadow (1700 Prospect Avenue, East Meadow). Visit hempsteadny.gov for updates on the Toys for Tots drive or follow the Town of Hempstead on Facebook (@ hempsteadtown), X (@HempsteadTown), and Instagram (@hempstead_town).
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Supervisor Ferretti Teams Up With Santa Claus And The United States Marines To Deliver Toys For Tots
Santa Claus is coming to Hempstead Town, and he’s enlisted the help of Supervisor John Ferretti, the Hempstead Town Board, and the United States Marines Toys for Tots organization to ensure that every child receives a gift this holiday season. The festive team will collaborate over the next several weeks to hold a Holiday Collection Drive, with donation locations throughout America’s largest township. Residents are invited to take part in the collection drive by donating new, unwrapped toys for families in need.
The Town of Hempstead and the United States Marines Toys for Tots organization will also host a Holiday Collection CruiseThru event on Saturday, December 13th from 10 AM to 2 PM at Veterans Memorial Park in East Meadow (1700 Prospect Avenue, East Meadow).
Residents can drop off new, unwrapped toys directly to Santa Claus via a drive-thru program, a more convenient and viable option for many parents and guardians with young children.
“During this season of giving, Hempstead Town and the United States Marines Toys for Tots organization want to ensure that every young girl and boy receive gifts and get to experience the true magic and wonder of the holidays,” said Supervisor Ferretti. “We ask residents to join us in helping local families in need. Whether you utilize one of our many drop-off locations or participate in the Holiday Collection Cruise-Thru on December 13th, your gifts will make a difference for many local children.”
In addition to the CruiseThru toy drop-off event, toys (new, unwrapped) can be placed in collection bins
stationed at five locations through December 17th, seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Hempstead Town Hall and Hempstead Town Tax Office are open Monday-Friday only):
Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead (Monday-Friday only)
Hempstead Town Tax Office, 200 North Franklin Street, Hempstead (MondayFriday only)
Veterans Memorial Park, 1700 Prospect Avenue, East Meadow
Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville
Newbridge Ice Arena, 2600 Newbridge Road, Bellmore Toys for Tots’ mission is to collect and distribute new and unwrapped toys as gifts to underprivileged children. This year marks the 78th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, which has distributed hundreds of millions of toys to children throughout the United States.
Visit hempsteadny.gov for updates on the Toys for Tots drive or follow the Town of Hempstead on Facebook (@hempsteadtown), X (@ HempsteadTown), and Instagram (@hempstead_ town).
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Fourth graders at Seaford Harbor Elementary School explored Long Island’s past during an in-school field trip on Nov. 10. Educators from Journeys
Seaford Students Journey To Long Island’s Past
Into American Indian Territory shared stories and showcased artifacts during a multi-faceted program.
As part of the social studies curriculum, students
have been learning about Native Americans of Long Island and New York State, including the Algonquin and Iroquois. The Journeys program featured several
hand-on activities that immersed students in the culture. In a museum in the gymnasium, they saw a variety of artifacts such as clothing and footwear, dolls, toys and utensils.
Students then got to rotate among the fur touch table, drilling station and corn pounder.
The stories and games room began with traditional tales. Students then played a ring and pin game, followed by a corn seed and dice game. They also got to make their own clay pots and attended a workshop to learn about Native American symbols.
Seaford Harbor Elementary School fourth graders, from left, Christian Libretto, Colton Takseraas, Jeannie Taylor and Allie Lago, along with instructor Ryan Aparo, got to try on Native American clothing during the Journeys Into American Indian Territory. Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
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DECEMBER
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)
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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
Santa’s Mailboxes From North Pole Have Arrived In Town Offices
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announce that children can send their ‘holiday wish list’ directly to Old St. Nick at the North Pole through a special network of Santa’s Mailboxes that have arrived in Town facilities from the North Pole. Mailboxes will accept letters through Monday, December 15th.
The Town of Oyster Bay will forward letters to Santa at the North Pole. Letters received by Monday, December 15th with a legible name and return address will be answered by Santa before the holiday. No postage is necessary.
Colorful red mailboxes will be accessible during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.) at the
following locations:
• Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay
• Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa
• Ice Skating Center, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage
For more information about Santa’s Mailboxes, call (516) 624-6380 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com
Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Open
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Andrew Monteleone announce that the Town’s outdoor ice skating rinks at Marjorie R. Post and Syosset-Woodbury Community Parks have officially opened for the season, and remain open through Sunday, March 1st.
“Ice skating is a fun activity for families and residents of all ages to
enjoy, especially during the holiday season. The Town’s outdoor ice rinks provide the perfect setting to take in the wonderful winter atmosphere,” said Councilman Monteleone.
Public Skating Sessions are available at both outdoor rinks.
For residents wishing to take advantage of ice skating but do not wish to be outdoors, the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center is open
year-round and is located at 1001 Stewart Ave. in Bethpage. Indoor skating is open to the public seven days a week, with special extended hours on most holidays and school breaks.
For information on schedules, fees and rink programs at all Town rinks, visit the Town’s website at www. oysterbaytown.com/ice.
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Town & Local Baymen Break Ground On New Memorial Monument
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Clerk Rich LaMarca joined with members of the Baymens Heritage Association and representatives of the Nassau County Police Department to host a groundbreaking ceremony for a new monument at Theodore Roosevelt Park. The Baymen’s Memorial Monument will be installed in the coming months overlooking Oyster Bay Harbor.
“This new monument, featuring a statue of a bayman pulling his catch onto his boat, will forever remember those who make their living from the sea. It will memorialize those who for hundreds of years labored and at times lost their lives to bring us the treasured resources of the water,” said Supervisor Saladino. “This location provides the perfect setting for this memorial – it will be a place of reflection, where friends, family, and visitors can view our beautiful harbor and take a few minutes to think about the sacrifices made by our baymen.”
The Supervisor unveiled the renderings of the monument alongside John Kennedy, the Vice President of the Baymen’s Heritage Association, whose son Michael lost his life as a bayman on the waters of the Long Island Sound.
Nassau County Police Commissioner
Patrick Ryder and members of the Nassau County Police Department, including the Police Mounted Unit, joined them.
“This monument has been a longtime dream, which will now become a reality,” said John Kennedy. “I thank the Town of Oyster Bay, the Baymen’s Heritage Association, and everyone who donated to make this possible.”
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Association raised funds for the project, which included a large donation from local musician Billy Joel. The memorial will honor the Town’s Baymen and those who have lost their lives to the demanding profession, including beloved Bayman Mike Kennedy, who perished in the Long Island Sound on May 17, 2020. For more information on the project, visit www. baymensheritage.org.
