REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 13TH, 14TH & 15TH 5PM-8PM
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 20TH, 21ST & 22ND 5PM-8PM SATURDAY AUGUST 24TH 11AM-2PM
CLASSES START MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
East Islip Public Library
381 East Main Street
East Islip, Contact Judy Moccio at (631) 581-9200 ext. 123 email:jmoccio@eipl.org
THE BOHLSEN GALLERY
In August the pencil drawings of Anthony Sidoti of Great River will be displayed in the Gallery. Mr. Sidoti, a retired professional artist, enjoys drawing people, especially brides and grooms and pets, with attention to fine details.
The display cases in August will house the work of late-blooming artist Pat DeNapoli of East Islip. Mrs. DeNapoli started painting just four years ago at the age of 73 and fell in love with the pen and wash watercolor technique. Stop by our 2nd floor gallery to view all these wonderful works!
ART SALE
We are always looking for talented local artists to display their work in
the Bohlsen Art Gallery on our 2nd Floor. We are taking applications for artists wishing to show their work. Please, for more information email Judy Moccio (jmoccio@eipl.org) or contact the East Islip Public Library at 631-5819200 x123.
THE DISPLAY CASES
Let us know if you have a unique collection that you would not mind loaning for a month for our display cases. Our cases are upstairs at the entrance to the Bohlsen Gallery which showcases the
artist of the month exhibits.
To schedule a month, email Judy Moccio (jmoccio@eipl. org) or call the East Islip Public Library at 631-5819200 X 123 Judy Moccio.
A Night Out for Adults with Special Needs (EIA257) Monday, August 19, 7 p.m.
Join Mrs. Joyce, for this fun night out and enjoy time with friends and a craft! Please register to ensure there are enough supplies for everyone. Caregivers must be present.
Korin Scarles Named East Islip’s New Director Of Humanities
Korin Scarles has been named the East Islip School District’s new director of humanities, replacing the retired Sara Anderson. Scarles had served as an assistant principal at East Islip High School for the last two years. Prior to coming to East Islip, she worked for the Hempstead
School District, where she taught for 14 years and served as an instructional coach for four years.
A Seaford resident, Scarles earned her master’s degree in teaching social studies and her school building and school district administration certifications from Stony
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Brook University.
“I have been fortunate to be welcomed into the amazing community of East Islip,” Scarles said. “I hope to build upon the already strong foundation and continue to make EI proud.” Photo courtesy of East Islip School District
Islip Summer Senior Advocate Schedule
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Islip residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2024 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”
This summer, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Islip:
• Bay Shore Library, 1 S. Country Road, Brightwaters: Friday, September 20, 10 am – 12 pm
• Bishop McGann Housing, 200 Bishop McGann Drive, Central Islip: Mondays, August 26 & September 30, 10 am – 12 pm
• Brentwood Senior Nutrition, 16 Second Avenue, Brentwood: Mondays, August 19 & September 23, 11:30 am –1:30 pm
• Connetquot Library, 760 Ocean Avenue, Bohemia: Thursday, September 12, 10 am – 12 pm
• East Islip Library, 381 E. Main Street, East Islip: Monday, August 12, 10 am – 12 pm
• Islip Library, 71 Monell Avenue, Islip: Monday September 16, 10 am – 12 pm
•Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and troublefree access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
August is Children Eye
AUGUST HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7
7:30PM-9:30PM
OWL PROWL WEDNESDAY
Visit Sweetbriar to meet and learn about some of their resident owls. Embark on a walk into the darkness to enjoy the night and call some owls. Wear bug spray and bring a flashlight. *Must have tickets to attend this event. No walk ins permitted* Open to families with children ages 5y and up. Sweetbriar Nature Center - ECSS 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
5:00 PM
FARMINGDALE MUSIC ON MAIN 2024
Eyes On Main
Sponsored by the Farmingdale Village Merchants Association. Music & Fun Along Main St. , between Prospect St & So Front St. For more information, please call 516-249-0093
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
8:00 PM
IAC CONCERT IN THE PARK
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of NYS Parks At Heckscher State Park in East Islip. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, Isliparts.org
6:30 – 10:30
BRUMIDI’S SUMMER LUAU
Constantino Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Ave in Deer Park, will be hosting a Summer Luau on Saturday August 10th. $45.00pp,
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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 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
Hawaiian Style Buffet Dinner, Beer, Wine & Soda Included, Hawaiian Entertainment, Raffles , Dancing and More. For Tickets call Angela: 631-225-9688 or Marianne 631-239-5036
SATURDAY & SUNDAY AUGUST 10 & 11
Saturday 1OAM-9:30PM Sunday 10AM-5PM PAUMANAUKE POW WOW
The Paumanauke Native American Festival Inc., the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts, and The Town of Babylon present Paumanauke Pow Wow at Tanner Park in Copiague. Audience participation, Traditional Drums, Native Food, Dance Competitions, Quality Traders. For more information, please call BACCA Arts Center 631-587-3696
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11
11:00AM- 4:00PM
SPIRIT OF SUMMER ART FESTIVAL
Proudly hosted by the Spirit of Huntington, Long Island's Largest Non-Profit Art Festival. A day of fine art, community networking, food & dessert, raffles, games, activities and music! Rain Date: August 18th • FREE Admission. Located at 2 Melville Rd. N. in Huntington Station. For more information, please call 631-470-9620
MONDAY, AUGUST 12
7:00PM LIGHTS OF HOPE
REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
To honor loved ones lost to an overdose. YES Community Counseling Center’s Annual Lights of Hope Remembrance Ceremony is being held on Monday, August 12, 2024. The ceremony will be held at YES Community Counseling Center’s Levittown office located at 152 Center Lane. For more information, contact Kathleen Coletta, LCSW (516) 799-3203 x127 or email at kcoletta@ yesccc.org
MONDAY, AUGUST 12 -16
9:30AM- 12:30PM
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Community United Methodist Church is hosting a Vacation Bible School for ages 4-11. Children must be potty trained. $10 per child. CUMC is located at 100 Park Blvd. in Massapequa. For more information, or to register, please call 516-541-7008, or email: MASSAPCUMC@aol.com.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13
11:00AM- 4:00PM
CLAM SHUCKING CONTEST
The West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition for Long Island, Inc. is hosting their 30th Annual Clam Shucking Contest at the Bay Shore Marina on South Clinton Ave. in Bay Shore. Beer • Wine • Soda • Food • 50/50 • Live Music • Dancing • Huge Chinese Auction. Plus: Corn Husking contest & face painting for kids. For more information, please call 631-669-7707
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The U.S. Environ-mental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program is encouraging home-owners to find and fix leaks to save more than 10 percent on utility bills now and help save water for future generations. For more information and tips about how to save water, visit www.epa.gov/water sense.
Before the close of the school year, East Islip High School teacher Patsy Lester’s trial and debate class visited District Court at the Cohalan Court Complex. The students went on a guided tour of the facility, including a courtroom, a holding cell and sheriff’s lockup. At each stage, students learned about the court personnel and the vital jobs they play in our criminal justice system. The tour concluded with a visit to arraignments, where they observed several criminal defendants have their
Students Gain Advanced Trial Skills
charges read. Senior Anthony Spaeth said the visit helped him better understand how the court system works.
The following week, the students got the chance to put their new knowledge to the test, when the class enacted a mock trial. The case involved a defendant accused of murder and retaliation against a witness. The class divided in two, one side acting as prosecution and the other as defense. The students performed opening and closing statements as well as direct and cross examinations of
witnesses. The high school’s mock trial team acted as a jury, and alumna Alexa Dante, a 2024 graduate of Touro Law School, presided as the judge. The final score was a split decision; the prosecution prevailed on skills points, but the defense earned the “not guilty” verdict.
“It’s great that students are learning these skills in high school,” Dante said. “Most students entering law school don’t even learn trial advocacy until much later, so these students will be well ahead of their peers if
they choose to study law.”
“I was so happy when the jury foreman read
the verdict,” said Teagan Long-Capriola, a junior who acted as a defense
lawyer. “I was nervous up there, but it felt great to win in the end!”
STUDENTS GAIN ADVANCED TRIAL SKILLS - East Islip High School teacher
Patsy Lester’s trial and debate class visited District Court at the Cohalan Court Complex and enacted a mock trial. Photo courtesy of East Islip School District
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Christian Seifert Named East Islip’s Director Of World Languages, ENL And Assessments
Christian Seifert has been appointed as the East Islip School District’s director of world languages, ENL and assessments, a new position. Seifert had served since 2022 as the district’s world languages coordinator, and as an assistant principal for East Islip for the past 16 years, both at the middle school and at East Islip High School. Prior to coming to East Islip, he worked as a New York City high school assistant principal and middle school teacher. He spent the first five years of his career teaching bilingual math and science classes. In 2013, Seifert was honored as an Administrator of the Year by the Western Suffolk Counselors’ Association.
A Melville resident, Seifert earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in government and politics from St. John’s University, his school building administration certification from Queens College and his school district administration certification from St. Joseph’s College.
“I am very excited to serve the East Islip community in this new role,” Seifert said. “This is a unique and wonderful opportunity for me to use my skills, education and experience to help teachers and students on two vastly different ends of the spectrum. The world language department strives to teach one of the most important skills necessary to succeed in
153 Days Left In 2024
By JoAnn Cilla
As of August 1st, there are (or were) 153 days left in 2024. This month is usually a time for family, fun, and vacations, but it’s also a wonderful time to plan how you will hit the ground running right after Labor Day. So, my article for this month focuses on six ways to maximize the next 153 days while avoiding distractions and time robbers.
1. Set Clear, Achievable Goals. The first thing you should do is revisit your goals for the year. Determine what steps to take in the next five months to achieve them. Do you have the necessary resources? If not, how can you get them?
2. Prioritize and Plan. Create a detailed calendar outlining key tasks and deadlines. Prioritize activities that directly contribute to your goals. Use tools like planners or digital calendars to keep everything organized and to visualize your progress.
3. Eliminate Distractions
Identify and eliminate distractions that can derail your progress.
Whether it’s excessive social media use, unproductive meetings, or a cluttered workspace, take steps to minimize ALL time robbers. Set specific times for checking emails and social media to avoid constant interruptions.
4. Focus on High-Impact Activities. Concentrate on activities that have the most significant impact on your goals. For business, this could mean focusing on high-priority projects, networking, or developing new skills. In your personal life, it could mean spending quality time with family, engaging in meaningful
and get more out of life: to learn another world language and culture. At the same time, on the other end of things, the
ENL department endeavors to help students learn, appreciate and grow in our own English language and American culture.
Heading the departments is a remarkable position to be in and I am truly grateful for the opportunity.”
hobbies, or investing in self-care.
5. Stay Accountable. Share your goals with a trusted friend, family member, or mentor who can help keep you accountable. Regular check-ins and progress updates can provide motivation and support. Consider joining a mastermind group or finding an accountability partner to stay on track. Remember, find someone who will tell you what you “need” to hear, not what you “want” to hear!
6. Reflect and Adjust. Review your progress and adjust your plans as needed. Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is crucial. If certain strategies aren’t working, don’t be afraid to pivot and try something new. Keep moving forward, even if it’s in a slightly different direction.
If you can set clear goals, eliminate distractions, focus on high-impact activities, stay accountable, and review your GPS plan regularly, you will put yourself in the best position to hit your goals and achieve success. Make it happen!
Social Security Announces Upcoming Changes To Accessing Online Services
Agency Transitioning
The Social Security Administration recently announced that customers who created an online account (e.g., my Social Security account) before September 18, 2021, will soon be required to transition to a Login.gov account to continue access to their online services. Over five million of these account holders have already transitioned to Login.gov.
The agency is making the changes to simplify the sign-in experience and align with federal authentication standards while providing safe and secure access to online services.
“my Social Security is a safe and secure way for
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people to do business with us,” said Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley. “We’re excited to transition to Login.gov to access our online services, streamlining the process and ease of use for the public across agencies.”
Account holders are encouraged to sign-in now. When the user logs in, they will be presented with an option to easily transition to Login.gov. Once their account is successfully linked, a confirmation screen will appear, and they will have immediate access to their personal my Social Security services or other service that they were attempting to access.
Existing Login.gov or ID.me account holders do
NOT need to create a new account or take any action. my Social Security accounts are free, secure, and provide personalized tools for everyone, whether receiving benefits or not. People can use their account to request a replacement Social Security card, check the status of an application, estimate future benefits, or manage the benefits they already receive. For more information visit Create an Account | my Social Security | SSA For more information about Login.gov, including their 24/7 customer phone and chat support, visit Help | Login.gov.
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CHRISTIAN SEIFERT - Christian Seifert has been appointed as the East Islip School District’s director of world languages, ENL and assessments, a new position. Photo courtesy of East Islip School District
Anthony Montemarano has been appointed as the new principal of East Islip Middle School, replacing interim principal John Dolan, and Nicholas Spiegler has been named as an assistant principal at the school.
Prior to coming to East Islip, Montemarano served as assistant principal of West Babylon Junior High School. He previously worked as a dean, English teacher, wrestling coach and theater director for Valley Stream North High School.
A Saint James resident, Montemarano earned his associate’s degree in criminal justice from Suffolk Community College, and his bachelor’s degree in English education, master’s degree in liberal studies, and his school building and school district leadership certifications from Stony Brook University.
“I am happy to serve
the East Islip community,” Montemarano said. “I look forward to collaborating with teachers and staff to help everyone in the middle school reach their maximum potential, and to create an experience where students can be proud of where they are from.”
Spiegler served for the past two years as an instructional technology coach in the Freeport School District. He previously worked across the New York City area as a private technology integration consultant. Prior to working in the instructional technology world, he was a classroom teacher at the high school, middle school and elementary school levels for 10 years in various districts across Long Island and three years in Fairfax, Virginia.
An East Islip resident, Spiegler earned his bachelor’s degree in adolescent education/
social studies from SUNY Old Westbury, his master’s degree in childhood education/special education from LIU Post, his advanced degree in school building leadership and educational technology from New York Institute of Technology, and his advanced degree in school district leadership from Molloy University.
“I am honored and excited to step into the role of assistant principal in my own community,” Spiegler said. “As someone deeply connected to this area, I am committed to fostering a supportive and innovative learning environment for our students. I look forward to working closely with staff, students and families to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.”
courtesy of East Islip School District
A Summertime Cold
Despite what people may believe, colds are not exclusive to the cold weather months and early spring. Although a person is more likely to catch a cold during the winter, it’s still possible to get a cold in the summer. During colder months, people tend to stay indoors in close proximity to others. That can make it easier for contagious cold viruses to spread. In addition, during
the winter, the air is cold and dry, and these conditions are hospitable to cold viruses. In the summer, humidity can impede the common cold’s easy spread, but air conditioning units with recirculated air can reverse the protective nature of this humidity. Even though people may spend more time outdoors during the summer, on especially hot days they may retreat
indoors to cool off. That’s when cold viruses can thrive. Symptoms of summer colds aren’t different from winter colds. However, the heat and humidity of the summer months can make a person feel miserable. Also, when cold symptoms keep people from fun summertime activities, it can seem more impactful than suffering in winter when there’s not much to do.
ANTHONY MONTEMARANO
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NICHOLAS SPIEGLER
