April 3, 2024 East Islip

Yard Sale

Everyone loves a good, old-fashioned yard sale. The people of the Islip United Methodist Church, 350 Main Street, Islip, especially love yard sales! For the past ten years, the members of the Methodist Church have held a huge, church-wide garage sale to raise money for their various mission projects. This year, their Annual Spring Yard Sale will be held on April 27th from 10- 2 at the Islip United Methodist Church 350 Main Street, Islip. There will be lots of items available. Just think about the treasures that might be found. The church Thrift Shop will also be open from 10 – 2

Accessing Schooling

(NAPSI)—Parents are more optimistic about their children’s academic, emotional, and social development and they increasingly support school choice according to EdChoice, which wants all K–12 students to access the schooling options— public, private, charter, homeschooling or other— best for them. Learn more at www.edchoice.org.

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East Islip High School recently announced the winners of the American Math Competition, the first in a series of rigorous competitions that eventually lead all the way to the International Mathematical Olympiad.

Sponsored by the Mathematical Association of America, the AMC 10 and AMC 12 are 25-question, 75-minute, multiple-choice examinations in high school math, designed to promote problem-solving skills. The AMC 10 is for

students under the age of 17.5 and in 10th grade or below, and covers the high school math curriculum up to 10th grade. The AMC 12, for students under the age of 19.5 and in grades 12 and below, covers the entire high school math curriculum, including trigonometry, advanced algebra and advanced geometry.

East Islip had a total of 66 participants, 16 for the AMC 10 and 50 for the AMC 12. East Islip’s AMC 10 firstplace winner was James Ritter, with Matt Freisem

and Sharon Lin tied for second place. The school’s AMC 12 first-place winner was Erica Huang, with Niko Stavropoulos and Patrick Vasquez tied for second.

“Congratulations to the contest winners and to all the students who participated,” Math and Science Director John Genova said. “I am grateful that we have strong support and interest in mathematics learning amongst our students and faculty.”

Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group On Zoom

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Statewide Breast Cancer Program is forming a new online support group for individuals diagnosed with breast cancer within the past 18-months. The group, which is free, will provide the opportunity for people to meet with others, and receive support. Sessions will

be held on Thursdays from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom for 6 weeks from May 2nd through June 6, 2024 For more information and to register, call Nina Foley, LMSW at (516) 877-4315.

The Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program offers emotional support and resources to people with and/or concerned about breast cancer. To reach the Hotline, which is staffed by volunteers who are breast cancer survivors, call 800877-8077 or online at breastcancer.adelphi.edu. You are not alone.

Beautiful Day Brings Record Crowds At The East Islip St. Patrick’s Day Parade

On Sunday, March 3rd, the weather was springlike, and it was a perfect day for a parade. The John P. Reilly East Islip St. Patrick’s Day Parade brought record crowds to the streets! The parade kicked off at 2:00 pm from the East Islip Public Library with Grand Marshal Shawn O’Neill, his aides, Ladies Aide Mary

Phalen, and the Roisin Dubh Pipe Band leading the way. The Local Hibernians Inc. would like to thank all of this year’s parade sponsors for their support in funding the parade. The Local Hibernians Inc. would also like to thank the line-up committee, the Suffolk County Police Department, and local

ambulance companies for ensuring the parade ran smoothly and safely. This year’s parade included 9 pipe bands, local fire departments, and various local community groups. We would like to thank them all for marching.

New for this year’s parade was a trolley rented by the Ancient Order of Hibernians so that many of their senior members could participate and experience this beautiful day cruising down Main Street. Thanks so much to all of the folks and families who came out in record numbers to cheer on the marchers and enjoy the beautiful day!

Photos courtesy of Ed Bell

Tommy O’Neill, Molly O’Neill, Grand Marshal Shawn O’Neill, Colleen O’Neill and Shawn O’Neill Jr.

Ladies Aide Mary Phalen and Marlene Johnson

Division 7 Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians

April Happenings

Make a submission! Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x211 or send events to natalieraccuglia@longislandmediagroup.com.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

9:00AM-3:00PM

SPRING CAMP

The Chestnut Bay Equestrian is hosting a spring camp in horsemanship, for beginners, learn to ride riders and enhance your skills. To register, $125. Held at 1500 Peconic Avenue in West Babylon. For more information call 934-345-0532.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5

6:30PM

MILITARY BRIDGE

Held at the Union United Methodist Church in East Northport. Tickets are $15. Get a table of 4 together or come by yourself. For reservations and information, please call Carolyn at 631-368-7911.

7:30PM

MENTAL HEALTH CONFERENCE

On Friday the 5th & Saturday the 6th, Calvary Chapel of Hope in Amityville is hosting “Christian Psychology from a Biblical Perspective” conference with special guest speaker, Daniel Berger who will speak on the importance of having a Christian worldview when it comes to mental health issues as well as addressing mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, fear, and family relationships. Call 631-789-4837 to register and and leave your name, number, and the number of people attending. Visit calvarychapelofhope.org for more information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

5:30PM-7:15PM

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Learn about what genealogy tools you can use, and tips on how to get

started at the Pinelawn's Reception

Office in Farmingdale at 2030

Wellwood Avenue. Event is limited to 30 registered guests per session. For questions, contact Christin Alexander at calexander@pinelawn.com or 631.249.6100 x120.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

8:00AM-5:00PM

CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET

Held at North Hempstead Beach Park, West Shore Rd., Port Washington. There will be street rods, antiques, muscle cars and more. There will also be a variety of cars for sale by owner. Admission is $10; children under 12 years are free. For more information, please call 631-567-5898 or visit them online at www.LongIslandCars.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 9

6:00PM

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING

The annual meeting of the Board of Education of the Board of Cooperative Educational Services of the Second Supervisory District of Suffolk County (Western Suffolk BOCES), will be held at Western Suffolk BOCES’ Administrative Offices, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, NY. This meeting is open to the public. For more information call 631-549-4900 x222.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

7:00PM HISTORY OF THE FIRE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE

The Seaford Historical Society will host Angela Reich from the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society. Her presentation will be about the history of the Lighthouse and it's historic rescues. Her book,

"Shipwreck of Hopes", will be for sale that evening (cash only). Held at at 3890 Waverly Ave, Seaford. Refreshments, raffles. $5 for non-members, free to members. For more information email mapfannon@verizon.net.

FRIDAY, APRIL 12

10:00AM-1:00PM WHITE ELEPHANT AND BAG SALE

The Simpson United Methodist Church in Amityville is having a thrift shop sale. Pack a bag of clothes for $5 or buy some thrift shop treasures. New and used items are available for sale. Located at 30 Locust Avenue, Amityville. Call Mary for more information at 516-991-8098. Donations are accepted.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

6:30PM RADIO BINGO

The St. Rose of Lima Outreach in Massapequa is having a fun fundraiser. The event will take place in the school's all-purpose room. Admisson is $35 per person (over 21 please) and includes bingo, and refreshments. Tickets for raffle baskets and other prizes will be available for purchase. Deadline is April 5, payments may be brought to the church rectory. For more information call 516-798-6237.

7:00PM SUPERMARKET WINGO AND CHINESE AUCTION

The Grace United Methodist Church is hosting a Supermarket WINGO and Chinese Auction. Doors open at 6PM. Admission is $10. For more information call 631-226-8690.

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East Islip High School Artists Awarded For Excellence At Go APE Exhibition

AWARDED FOR EXCELLENCE AT GO APE

EXHIBITIOn - Three talented East Islip High School student-artists – seniors Jackie Arevalo-Carrillo, Delilah Bauer, and Sophia LoMonaco – participated in the 17th annual Go APE Advanced Placement Exhibition at the Art League of Long Island, with Bauer and LoMonaco winning Awards of Excellence. Photo courtesy of East Islip School District

Three talented East Islip High School student-artists – seniors Jackie Arevalo-Carrillo, Delilah Bauer, and Sophia LoMonaco –were recently chosen to participate in the 17th annual Go APE Advanced Placement Exhibition at the Art League of Long Island. The gallery show, highlighting exceptional work by 103 art students from all over Long Island, ran from Feb. 24 to March 9 at the Art League’s Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery in Dix Hills.

Arevalo-Carrillo’s piece, “Crecimiento,” is a work of oil, embroidery thread and flowers on reclaimed fabric. Bauer has been working mainly in acrylic painting this year, and her piece, “Flash,” is a portrait of a fellow art student that showcases

beautiful shifts in neon color. LoMonaco’s piece, “Embrace,” is a selfportrait done in oil that showcases her newfound love for her curly hair. The trio are all enrolled in Dan Figliozzi’s AP Art and Design course.

The show ended with a closing reception and awards ceremony on March 9, where Bauer and LoMonaco were acknowledged with Awards of Excellence.

“All three of these students have continued to work so hard these last four years as art students,” Figliozzi said. “They have grown tremendously and have continued to amaze me with their painting abilities. Well-deserved wins for Sophia and Delilah, as the paintings they presented are truly masterful.”

On The Record To Save Local Reporting

“I am so thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this exhibition, and it was amazing to be able to share it with other student-artists across Long Island,” LoMonaco said. “I’m beyond honored that I was granted an Award of Excellence and am so grateful for the experience.”

“We are so proud of the work our three students submitted, and it is a testament to their talent and hard work that they were accepted,” Art and Music Director Dr. Rob Wottawa said. “Out of eight awards, East Islip took two! This is due to the high quality of our art teachers and their ability to elicit the best of our students.”

Senator Martinez Joins Effort To Provide Tax Assistance To Preserve Community Journalism And Jobs

Journalists who have been looking for something good to report on may soon be able to turn the lens on themselves as the New York State Senate advances tax credits to local news outlets for the employment of community-oriented news journalists in its One-House budget proposal.

If included in the 2024 New York State budget, the Local Journalism Sustainability Act, sponsored by Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and co-sponsored by Senator Monica R. Martinez, would provide news organizations with a 50% refundable tax credit against the first $50,000 of each newsroom employee’s salary, up to $200,000 per outlet. This benefit would be limited to print and online newspapers and broadcasters with 100 employees or fewer that cover local community news.

“Local journalists tell the stories of America’s

communities,” said Senator Martinez. “They highlight the achievements of our neighbors, the successes of our school teams, and the efforts of our public officials. Unfortunately, with the contraction of local media over the past decade, these stories are being lost, and in their absence, misunderstanding and mistrust have taken hold. These narratives unite us, and without them, we will continue to drift further apart.”

According to a study issued by the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications at Northwestern University, an average of 2.5 local newspapers per week ceased operations in 2023. This has resulted in over half of all U.S. counties now having limited access to reliable local news, and more than 200 counties are considered “news deserts.” In New York

ON THE RECORD TO SAVE LOCAL REPORTING - New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez discusses the importance of saving local journalism during the “Local Journalism Sustainability Act” press conference held on March 20, 2024 in Albany.

State, that decline has been even more pronounced, with 190 weekly newspapers closing down since 2004 in this, the media capital of the world.

Pew Research Center findings also support this trend, with its reporting stating that the share of U.S. adults following the news closely has been in decline,

resulting in shrinking audiences for several older types of news media, such as local TV stations, most newspapers, and public radio.

The 2024 New York State budget plan, which may include the Senate’s recommended inclusion of this credit, is due by April 1st.