September 28, 2022 Deer Park

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NATIONAL COLLEGE BOARD AWARDS - Deer Park High School students Denise Offiah, Ezekiel Babarinde and Gabrielle Mayne earned the National African American Recognition Award; Gabriella Ortiz, Kaetlynne Quinones and Tiffany Bala earned the National Hispanic Recognition Award; and Yasmine Sanchez earned the National Hispanic Recognition Award as well as the National Indigenous Award. Photo courtesy of Deer Park School District

NOTICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS

NOTICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS

2022 Pitch & Putt Tournament At Robert Moses State Park

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the Pitch & Putt Tournament at Robert Moses State Park. This outing is open to the first 72 registrants who will tee off at 9:00AM on Monday, October 3, 2022. For an application you can call (631) 321-

3510 or visit parks.ny.gov.

Prizes and awards given for team low gross, men’s and women’s individual low score and closet to the pin. The entry fee is $40.00 per person or $160.00 per foursome. This fee entitles the participant to a continental breakfast, lunch, awards & a giveaway. Application

deadline is September 28, 2022.

If there are any questions, please call (631) 321-3510, weekdays from 9:00AM-5:00PM, or (631) 669-0449, daily.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites,

recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, which are visited by 78 million people annually. For more information on any of these recreation areas, call 518-474-0456 or visit www.parks.ny.gov, connect on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram and Twitter.

Home improvement projects run the gamut from minor repairs to complete overhauls. Replacing exterior siding is one of the most significant home improvement projects homeowners can undertake. Such a project can give homes a completely new look, which is why the choice of siding is important.

Homeowners have many siding options, and the following guide can help them make the best choice for their homes.

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is easily maintained and among the more budget-friendly siding options. According to the home improvement resource HomeAdvisor, vinyl siding is made from PVC plastic that does not rot or flake. Siding professionals

Options Abound When Shopping For Home Siding

note that the technology used to create vinyl siding has changed considerably in recent years, making this option more diverse than traditional vinyl siding. So homeowners turned off by the potentially plastic look of vinyl siding might be surprised at how different modern vinyl siding looks compared to the vinyl siding of yesteryear.

Fiber-Cement Siding

The home improvement television network HGTV notes that fibercement siding has grown in popularity among homeowners in recent years. This material does not require much maintenance and it’s nonflammable and resistant to termites. HomeAdvisor notes that fiber-cement siding can create the look of wood, stucco, or masonry,

making it a versatile option capable of creating various looks. In addition, fibercement siding is known for its durability, with some products coming with warranties lasting as long as 50 years.

Auto Insurance Tips And Information

Article provided by Ken Marcus and Mitchell Barber

Landlord Policy

You’ve taken advice from Uncle Vincent and purchased a rental unit. No longer will your retirement income be dependent upon Social Security and the returns of the stock market. But, now that you are a landlord, what type of insurance do you want? Can you insure the income? What if

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there is no income after a fire? Must you carry Liability Insurance? Can you demand your tenant purchase insurance coverage that benefits you?

Speak with your professionals. Attorneys, Insurance Agents, CPAs… all of these professionals have insights that will help you do things right from the get-go.

Drivers Defense Course

The Holy Name Society

St.

Church in Deer Park,

course on Saturday, October 10th, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The course is $40, that includes a bagel breakfast and lunch given by the Holy Name Society.

No walk-ins allowed. Please call (631)667-9148 to register for the class.

Holy Name Society at St. Cyrills and Methodis Church is located at 125 Half Hollow Rd, Deer Park, NY 11729

Wood Siding

Homeowners have many choices if they prefer wood siding in their homes. Cedar, cypress, fir, pine, and spruce are just a handful of the many wood siding options homeowners can

choose from. HomeAdvisor notes that cedar shingle siding offers a natural look that blends well in wooded and waterfront landscapes. Wood clapboard siding is another popular option, though it tends to require more maintenance than cedar shingle siding. Homeowners who want wood siding should discuss their options with an experienced siding professional, as many factors, including the choice of wood, must be considered before making a final decision.

Stone And Stone-Veneer Siding

Many homeowners fall in love with the natural appeal of stone, but the price tag, which tends to be costly, may not be as awe-inspiring. HGTV notes that stone can be difficult

to add to an existing home, and doing so may drive the price up even further. Stone siding is durable, and there are many options, including solid stone and natural stone cladding, making this an option capable of providing an array of looks. Stone-veneer siding is less expensive than natural stone and also comes in an array of styles. As is the case with wood, stone siding options are so extensive that homeowners are urged to discuss each one with a siding professional before making their decisions.

These are just a handful of the many siding options homeowners can choose from. Siding can give homes a completely new look, making the choice of siding a significant decision worthy of careful consideration.

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for September is Harmony Cafe

www.harmonycafeli.org

Join Our Team!

Harmony Cafe is a local nonprofit organization with a mission to empower people by providing wellness, education and access to affordable nutritious foods, in a socially engaging environment that creates healthy lives.

Rosemarie Mccarthy, the Founder of Harmony Cafe, grew up in a working-class family, where money was tight and food insecurity was sometimes a cause of stress. When she happened upon a mention of the One World Everyone Eats café model in a magazine, she went looking for a cafe to volunteer. This model goes off of the idea of a donation-based cafe that services a diverse socioeconomic range and providing nutritious and delicious meals. It sounded like something to which she wanted to donate her time and energy, but to her surprise, there was nowhere to volunteer in the Long Island region. With grit and determination, she decided to start Harmony Cafe right here on Long Island.

Right now they do not have their own physical cafe, however they have hosted meal events, primarily at the VFW hall on Edwards Street in Patchogue, NY. Their meal events use a Pay-What-You-Can pricing donation model, where anyone can come get a healthy fresh meal and pay only what they can.

When the global pandemic started affecting the Long Island community, the nonprofit organization redirected their mission to assist those in need. This included hosting food drives, grab-ngo sites and free food delivery services. Rosemarie’s vision for this organization is to have a storefront cafe.

Ideally, the cafe would be in or around Patchogue, NY and would

service anyone who walks through their doors. Harmony Cafe is actively looking for the right opportunity to make this happen. Whether you are a chef or someone that is looking for restaurant/cafe space and would like to partner with Harmony Cafe to share the space, or you are someone who knows of a storefront spot that would possibly work as a home for this cafe, please call 631.730.8775 or email info@harmonycafeli.org.

Additionally, volunteers are needed to help their organization continue to grow! You can join their Volunteer Team and help in the following areas:

• Coordinate Fundraisers

• Wellness Chefs

• Wellness Assistant / Instructor (Training Is Provided)

• Fresh Food Donations (Or Supermarket Gift Cards)

• Serve On Their Board Of Directors (Actively looking for a treasurer that has a background in finance or accounting. Retirees are encouraged to apply!)

• Community Outreach

Lastly, Harmony Cafe holds a Free Thanksgiving Dinner each year at Toast Coffeehouse in Patchogue. This year, it will be held on November 22 and there will be live music there as well! The organization is seeking sponsors to help support this great event. Last year the organization proudly served over 300 traditional Thanksgiving restaurant dinners to those in need.

For more information, please visit www.harmonycafeli.org.

If your nonprofit would like to be featured in this column, please call Noelle Lambert at 631.226.2636 x225 for consideration.

(StatePoint) Gardening is not only a means for beautifying outdoor spaces and growing delicious foods. According to those who spend significant time in the yard, getting outside can also support your wellbeing.

“Gardening is good for the mind, it’s good for the soul and it’s good for the body,” said legendary football coach, Vince Dooley. “I enjoy coming out to garden, and when I finish, I feel like I’ve done something, and I feel good.”

Landscape architect Doug Scott of Redeem Your Ground recently visited Dooley in Athens, Ga. to discuss gardening and mental health. Here are some of the insights they shared:

Health Benefits

• Active benefits: Gardening exercises the body and clears the mind.

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Designing Your Garden For Better Mental Health

Studies show that increased outdoor exposure leads to fewer long-term health problems, helping improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, strength, and dexterity—all leading to better mental health.

Simply planting, growing, harvesting and maintaining plants gives you a direct emotional boost. Why?

Gardening helps foster nurturing instincts and restores a sense of hope and purpose, ultimately improving self-esteem.

• Passive benefits: Don’t have a green thumb? Don’t worry. Scientific evidence proves that just being in nature has positive impacts on stress levels and brain chemistry. It can also lower blood pressure, increase concentration and improve mood. What’s more, being outdoors offers a deeper sense of belonging and a

new sense of purpose outside the daily grind.

Designing Your Garden

Scott advises designing your garden to reflect how you want to live outside. He typically builds “rooms” connected by meandering paths for resting, unwinding, and feeling restored. However, your outdoor spaces don’t always need to be quiet. They can encourage activity as well. If you enjoy company, create gathering spaces. Or, if you have hobbies that can be done

outdoors like exercising, painting or writing, you can set aside areas for them.

Finally, Scott recommends designing your garden to awaken your five senses. Here’s how:

1. Sight: Choose calming colors, or those that bring you joy. The simple sight of a breathtaking array of plants or an arrangement of favorite flowers is bound to give your mental health a boost.

2. Taste: Growing your own food will provide you with an incredibly rewarding harvest. Not only will you be able to enhance meals with the fruits of your labor, you’ll get the personal satisfaction of a job well done.

3. Hearing: Among the plants and flowers, add fixtures, such as wind chimes and water features, that’ll produce soothing sounds. And with the new habitat you’ve created, you’ll enjoy bird song, too!

4. Touch: From the light, feathery textures of petals to the rough surfaces of bark or bush stems, touch offers a deeper sense of connection to nature.

5. Smell: You may already use aromatherapy indoors. Take this concept outside by growing fragrant flowers and herbs, so you can literally

2022 Annual Jake K Foundation Zombie Run!

The Jake K Foundation (JKF) is pleased to announce our 2022 annual “Zombie Run” to be held on Saturday, October 8th at Belmont Lake State Park in West Babylon. Join us for the Zombie Run 5k, a run or walk to benefit the Jake Koenigsdorf Foundation (the JKF)“Reducing the barriers to recovery.”  Run with us in person on race day, or join us

from anywhere in the world by using our virtual option.

The Mission of JKF is to bridge the gap for those affected and effected by Substance Use Disorder (Addiction) who are ready and willing to seek a solution. We are closing the gaps in the recovery road through education, connection, while providing resources to those without

access to resources. Funds donated to JKF are used to support entry funding and transportation to recovery facilities that use a peer community model that teaches a solution that have a program duration of four months or longer.

People in active drug and alcohol addiction will do damage to their families, end up in an institution,

in jail, die, or they work to build recovery. We create opportunities for people to take their lives back.

Participants will receive a long sleeve race t-shirt with our zombie race logo. Awards will go to the top overall male and female runners, plus the top winners in age groups.

“Not Dead Yet” Zombie Costume Contest. Think

you got what it takes to be the greatest zombie in the bunch?  Wear your finest Zombie garb to the event!  Our panel of undead experts will pick their favorites and award $50 Amazon gift cards to the six best costumes.  Criteria for winning will be determined by the panel, based on which costumes make us laugh, cry, scare us, or binge watch the Walking

Scott and Dooley offer more insights in “Garden Therapy,” a recent episode of “Done-In-A-Weekend Projects,” an original series from lawn care equipment manufacturer, Exmark. To watch the video, visit Backyard Life, which is part of a unique multimedia destination with a focus on helping homeowners make the most of outdoor spaces. There you can also download additional tips and view other Exmark Original Series videos.

By gardening, your mental health will be better off for it. Just be sure to start small, simple and stress-free.

Dead. Share your pictures on social media as well!  Make sure to use the hashtag #JKFZombieRun and tag the Jake Koenigsdorf Foundation

Nassau County Police Department Commissioner of Police Patrick J. Ryder is our official race Starter and will be running too!

“stop to smell the roses.”

PHOTO SOURCE: Exmark

A Much Needed Blood Drive

NEEDED BLOOD DRIVE - The Knights of Columbus Our Lady of the Rosary Council in Deer Park held a much-needed blood drive on Thursday, August 25th. Working with the NY Blood Center a total of 26 pints were donated. Brother Knights showing support for this vital cause: (l-r) Ron Zito, John Coughlin, Tim Byrne, Jamie Monaco, Grand Knight Dan Thompson, Mike Andreala.

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WOOD FINISHER POSITION AVAILABLE!

GILBERT, INC., located in Melville is a custom fabricator of exhibits and commercial interiors. We are looking for a Painter/ Wood Finisher. Experience in sanding cabinetry in preparation to receive the nal nish, patching cracks and surface blemishes.

Sanding, patching, priming, and preparation of high-quality Millwork nishes, e.g. hardwood, veneer, MDF, metal, plastics, etc. Spraying experience is highly desirable.

• Prior experience with the following tools: orbital and pneumatic sanders, polishing wheels, downdraft tables, and various other prepping/ nishing tools.

• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary to meet deadlines

Apply by calling 631-577-1119 or email us at hr@gilbertexperience.com

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14th Annual TangerFit 5K Walk

Benefitting The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition (BBCC)

On Sunday, October 16th Tanger Outlets in Deer Park will be holding their 14th Annual TangerFit 5K Walk benefitting the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition (BBCC). Please join us for a fabulous day, all

proceeds help fund the BBCC’s Lend a Helping Hand program which assists local Township of Babylon women and their families in active treatment for breast and/or gynecological cancer. Registration is

open from 6:30 am to 8am, and the race begins at 8:30am, followed by an award ceremony. $25 per person or day of for $30 per person. Register today! https:// events.elitefeats. com/22tangerfit

Historically High Fuel Prices

Historically high fuel prices will undoubtedly prove to be one of the defining stories of 2022. As the average price for a gallon of gas reached heights drivers might never have imagined as recently as February 2022, some might have wondered just how much that same gallon might have cost roughly 100 years ago. According to the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, the average price for a gallon of gas in 1929 was 21 cents. Inflation calculators indicate that 21 cents in 1929 would have about the same purchasing power as $3.59 has in 2022, suggesting that drivers had a far less painful trip to the pump in 1929 than they have had for much of 2022.

Michael Sena Memorial Fund Presents: