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Boys And Girls Track Teams Capture League Championships

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East Islip High School’s boys and girls indoor track and field teams both recently captured their respective league championships, the girls team for the first time in school history. The events were held on Jan. 20 and 21 at Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood.

Sophomore Kaylee Garatina started the girls meet off by placing fourth in the hurdles. Her twin sister Chloe Garatina won second place in the 55-meter race, with fellow sophomore Danika Tidridge taking sixth in the latter event.

Junior Danielle Birner

earned a hard-fought sixth place in the 300-meter race.

Sophomore Grace Micali and freshman Kathryn Simonetti took fourth and fifth, respectively, in the high jump. Junior Brianna Tucci and senior Jaclyn Scandale earned fourth and fifth place in the race walk. Simonetti was stellar in the 1,500-meter contest, earning a second place finish. The 4x800 relay team of Micali, Kaylee O’Boyle, Simonetti and Tucci took fourth place.

The 4x200 relay team of Carly Amato, Maya Brown and the Garatina twins captured first place with a time of 1:53.7, the first

time in school history East Islip has won this event.

Chloe Garatina saved her best performance for the long jump, setting a new school record of 17 feet, 3.75 inches on route to her gold medal-winning performance, and becoming the first girl to ever break 17 feet in East Islip history.

The 4x400 relay team of Birner, Simonetti, Tidridge and Katelyn Trifaro came roaring back to finish first. Micali added to her impressive resume with a win in the triple jump.

Her jump of 36 feet, 10 inches reset Micali’s own school record, and in the process broke the League

3 championship record.

Lastly, Simonetti was the MVP of the meet for her outstanding performance in taking first place in both the 600-meter and 300-meter contests, breaking school records in both races and putting up some of the fastest times in the state.

“It was an epic day with some magical performances,” coach John Reynolds said. “History was made, and all the young ladies did an amazing job.”

The EI girls team is now looking ahead to Feb. 4, when they hope to win their first county championship.

The boys team found

equal success a day later, beginning with Jack Kalinowski, who placed fourth in the 55-meter dash. In the 55-meter hurdles, Jake Sambo captured fourth place. In the 600-meter dash, captain Joseph Norrby finished with an impressive time of 1:23.89 to finish second.

Captain Matt McIntee won the 300-meter dash with a time of 35.66, while Jack Kalinowski took sixth. In triple jump, James Terhune finished in fifth place.

Julani Ellis clinched first in long jump with a leap of 21 feet, 3 inches, with Terhune taking fourth. In shot put, Charlie Heffernen led the

way with an impressive championship-winning throw of 47 feet, 7.5 inches, while McIntee took third and Drew Walendowski finished fifth. Norrby won the high jump event with an effort of 5 feet, 11 inches.

Lastly, the 4x400 meter dash team of Kalinowski, Aidan McConnell, McIntee and Norrby dominated the field with a time of 3.33.75 to become league champions.

“Congratulations to all members of the team and good luck in the county championship on Feb. 3,” assistant coach Nicole O’Connor said.

BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK TEAMS CAPTURE LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS - East Islip High School’s boys and girls indoor track and field teams both recently captured their respective league championships, the girls team for the first time in school history. Photos courtesy of East Islip School District

Reflecting the district’s strong music education programming and support provided by teachers, 50 East Islip studentmusicians from East Islip High School, East Islip Middle School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School and Ruth C. Kinney Elementary School were recently chosen for the Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association All-County Festival. These students will rehearse with the respective SCMEA

ensembles in early March.

On March 10, fifth and sixth graders will perform at the SCMEA Central Division I concert at East Islip High School. On that same date, seventh and eighth graders will perform at the SCMEA West Division II concert, and ninth and 10th graders will perform at the SCMEA West Division III concert, both at Huntington High School.

“We are delighted to congratulate our hardworking musicians

that have been accepted into SCMEA,” Director of Art and Music Dr. Rob Wottawa said. “This year we have 50 student acceptances, and we attribute that fact to our amazing music teachers who are committed to our young musicians. I am honored that we can send so many students to SCMEA. It is absolutely amazing!”

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THE DISPLAY CASES Let us know if you have a unique collection that you would not mind loaning for a month for our display. Our cases are upstairs at the entrance to the Bohlsen Gallery which showcases the artist of the month exhibits. To schedule a month, call the East Islip Public Library at 631-581-9200 X 123 Judy Moccio.

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East Islip To Send 50 Musicians To SCMEA All-County Festival

East Islip Public Library will hold their Board Meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. on the second floor in the North Meeting Room, all are welcome.

THE BOHLSEN GALLERY In January, the Gallery and the Cases will feature the work of Kathleen

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Ms. Gremli combs the seashore for the materials that make up her magnificent creations. Come see these beautiful island-inspired pieces.

nature and photography by exploring the South Shore as a boy and tries to convey his passion by documenting the great variety of species we are privileged to have here on Long Island.

The Gallery in February will feature the work of In February, the Gallery Thomas Hakiel. Mr. Hakiel will feature Michael John developed his love of Stillwell of Great River.

Mr. Stillwell uses oil paint to capture beautiful and unique images.

Although he specializes in landscape paintings, he is well versed in a Proudly Serving The Community Since 1953 variety of painting styles and subjects. Stop in to see the beautiful ACCOUNT CIRCULATION PUBLISHER art presented by this EXECUTIVES & DISTRIBUTION Jeff Lambert local artist. For more Carol Link Joe Lambert information, contact the Bob Liquorie Edward Rodriguez East Islip Public Library ASSISTANT TO THE Nicole Sims at 631-581-9200 x105.

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ame watches with fellow fans, family and friends are a great way to make playoff football even more enjoyable. With so many big games on the horizon, football fans would be wise to ready their culinary arsenal. Whether you’re hosting at home or going to a game watch at a fellow fan’s house, keep in mind that food and football are a great match.

Certain dishes have long since staked their claim on the game watch dinner and snacking tables, and nachos certainly need no introduction to football fans. As this year’s playoffs kick off, football fans can try this recipe for “Loaded Beef Nachos” courtesy of AllRecipes.com.

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East Islip High School’s robotics team competed in the VEX Robotics Over Under game on Jan. 27, held at John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore. The all-day event featured over 45 teams from around the Tri-State area. This year’s tournament was played on a 12x12 square field. Two alliances – composed of one “red” and one “blue” team each – competed in twominute matches to attain a higher score.

East Islip team captains Kaitlyn McCall and Jishnu Roy Chowhuri led the squad to a sixth-place finish at

the end of the qualification matches. Robot driver Matt Collins performed extremely well under the pressure and was 5-1 in competition play.

The remaining robotics team members helped in the pit area all day, fine tuning and making last-minute adjustments to the robots.

The team will next compete on Feb. 17 at Adelphi University.

“I enjoyed coming to the event,” sophomore Jackson Carucci said. “It really opened me up to friendly competition and I gained valuable experience about teamwork and robotic

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design.”

“We did really well with our new robots,” junior William Blaschuk said. “We faced a lot of challenges that will help us learn and improve upon for our next competition.”

“I was extremely proud of the team during this event,” technology teacher and robotics adviser James Connell said. “It’s a great opportunity for students in the robotics classes and club to get a real practical experience, and it helps them further expand their knowledge of competition robotics.”

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Runner Kaiden White, an Islip High School junior, recently had a spectacular day at the Molloy Stanner Games, held at Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory in New York City.

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The Long Island Pet Expo returns on March 2-3, 2024, with fur flying entertainment, dog sporting competitions and educational programs designed for the whole family. The event returns to the Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena and features many special attractions, pet adoptions and outstanding shopping for pet lovers and their pets.

“The Long Island area is passionate about animals and pets of all kinds,” said show co-producer Karen Garetano of Family Pet Shows, which runs several similar events in the northeast.

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“We partner with several community organizations, shelters, veterinarians and other animal lovers educate and inform when it comes to best practices for training, feeding and all aspects of pet care.”

Community and rescue organizations will be participating in the show where attendees can learn about pet adoptions as well as responsible ownership and care.

The event is expected to draw over 10,000 attendees over the weekend. Adult admission is $15, Kids 4-11 are $6, and those three years old and under are always free. Saturday March 2nd the hours are 10 am to 7 pm, and on Sunday, March 3rd, from 10 am to 5pm. For additional information, call (631) 423-0620 or visit www. familypetshows.com.

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• Cole Slaw • Macaroni Salad

• Broc. & Cheddar • Mozzarella Sticks Poppers • Chicken Nuggets • Breaded Zucchini Sticks

We Deliver To Home Or Office!

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PUDGIE’S KICK OFF DOZEN HOT WINGS OR HONEY BBQ WINGS

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www.IslipPudgies.com

(Opposite East Islip Bowl)

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Celebrating Our 86TH Year!

Make Fish Your Dish For LENT

Ser ving Famil

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& Restaurants

Since 1938

LOBSTER ROLLS ARE BACK! WEDNESDAY THRU SATURDAY

DONʼT FORGET Valentine’s Day February 14th AND Ash Wednesday

1/2 PRICE

SENIOR SAVINGS DAYS

1/2 PRICE

WHEN YOU PURCHASE 1 MEAL AT REGULAR PRICE

FRESH SEAFOOD ORDER MONDAY - THURSDAY

WHEN YOU PURCHASE 1 MEAL AT REGULAR PRICE

MEAL

EXCLUDING ALL LOBSTER & CRAB PRODUCTS.

HIGHER PRICE PREVAILS. CANNOT COMBINE COUPONS. MUST PRESENT THIS COUPON. EXP. 3/31/24.

20% OFF

EXCLUDING ALL LOBSTER & CRAB PRODUCTS.

CANNOT COMBINE COUPONS. MUST PRESENT THIS COUPON. EXP. 3/31/24.

MEAL

EXCLUDING ALL LOBSTER & CRAB PRODUCTS. HIGHER PRICE PREVAILS. CANNOT COMBINE COUPONS. MUST PRESENT THIS COUPON. EXP. 3/31/24.

Open 7 Days Market Opens At 9am • Kitchen Opens At 11am

120 Main Street • Islip

Courtesy by Doodle Dog Graphics

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631.581.0125 Restaurant Open All Year Round