September 27, 2023 East Islip

Town Celebrates 6th Class Of Law Enforcement Academy Cadets

The Town of Islip Law Enforcement Academy graduates its 6th class of cadets. The robust 14-week-long Academy is led by NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) certified instructors, and has been built from the ground up to better prepare recruits and current officers for service in the Town and beyond.

As a point of pride, the DCJS has recommended the Town’s academy to other law enforcement agencies. The Town graduated a total of 16 cadets hailing from the Town of Islip, the Towns of Smithtown, Babylon, as well as from Suffolk County.

“We are so fortunate in the Town of Islip that our Public Safety Division is comprised of individuals with the skills and resources necessary to build, grow and conduct its own in-house training

Academy,” said Islip Town Supervisor, Angie Carpenter.

Classroom instruction focuses on law, ethics, communication, daily defensive tactics, as well as de-escalation, Narcan, CPR, First Aid training and more.

“We are proud of our dedicated and knowledgeable instructors, alongside Chief Thomas Lohmann from Smithtown Public Safety, for the invaluable training they provide; we are proud of all our cadets and officers who complete this training,

becoming better equipped to serve our residents and the public; and we look on with pride watching the Academy continue to grow as one of the ‘go to’ training facilities in the area,” said the Supervisor.

Graduates from the Town of Islip are:

Cole Andrade

Joel Andrews

Brian Converso

Jared Nelson

Ryan O’Hora – Top Academic Score

Peter Valcarcel – Top Pistol Marksman

From the Town of Smithtown:

Alana Buckley

James Easton

Patrick Lagravinese

Cory Lahann

Kevin Murphy

Carlos Robles

Madelyn Torres

From the Town of Babylon:

Anthony Mastromonica – Top Pistol Marksman

Wyatt Willoughby

From Suffolk County:

Nicole Pannhurst

Congratulations to each of these 16 cadets! “On behalf of myself, the Islip Town Board and all of us here at the Town of Islip, please know that as you head into your day-today duties, you have our deepest gratitude for all you do, and will do. We truly appreciate your efforts. Be safe and remember, we will always have your back,” concluded Supervisor Carpenter.

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October Happenings

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

6:30PM-8:15PM

SEIZURE RECOGNITION AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION

The Epilepsy Foundation is launching the first and only free Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification training. This training provides information to increase the knowlesge, skills, and confidence in recognizing seizures and safely administering seizure first aid. For more information visit epicli.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

8:00AM

5K RUN WALK

Hope For Youth will be having a 5K Run Walk which will benefit runaway and homeless youth at Bethpage State Park. $25 to participate. For more information call 631-782-6536 or email prevention@hfyny.org.

10:00AM-12:30PM

BACK TO SCHOOL FAMILY FUN DAY

The Epilepsy Foundation Long Island invites you to join them for a morning of community and fun for children with epilepsy, siblings, and parents. To register, contact Janet Romeo at 516739-7733 x145 or email at jromeo@epicli.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4

5:30PM

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS

All pet owners are invited to bring their pets to the annual Blessing of the Animals on the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Rectory lawn in Lindenhurst. Afterwards there will be people refreshments and pet goody bags. All are encouraged to bring a food donation for the St. Vincent de Paul Pantry. For more information email gtonness@optonline.net.

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 nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6

7:30PM-11:00PM

OKTOBERFEST 2023

Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus is this years Oktoberfest. Join them for a night of music, dance and the taste of Germany's Oktoberfest. For more information contact Dave Lech at 631357-0188.

8:00AM-2:00PM

INDOOR YARD SALE

The Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst presents an indoor yard sale. There will be tables for rent. For more information please contact Lori at 631-356-5716.

9:00AM 5K RUN & WALK

The Jake Koenigsdorf Foundation Inc. presents a 5K Run & Walk at Heckscher Staet Park in support of the Jake K Foundation which reduces the barriers to recovery from a substance use disorder. For more information please visit hjakekfoundation.com.

10:00AM-12:30PM

BACK TO SCHOOL FAMILY FUN DAY

The Epilepsy Foundation Long Island invites you to join them for a morning of community and fun for children with epilepsy, siblings, and parents. To register, contact Janet Romeo at 516739-7733 x145 or email at jromeo@epicli.org.

10:00AM-3:00PM

CRAFT FAIR AND YARD SALE

St. Mark's Church of Islip presents their annual craft fair and yard sale. Browse and purchase a special item, buy a raffle or two. Have lunch and help support the vendors and the ECW of St. Mark's. Some of the items that will be available are antiques, holiday

crafts, clothing, baked goods and more. For more information contact Robyn LoCricchio at 516-459-2976.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11

6:00PM-9:00PM

BINGO FOR BAGS EVENT

The Women's Council of Realtors and Pure Mammography will be hosting a Bingo for Bags event benefiting the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition at The Bristal Assisted Living in Bethpage. $20 per person admission. Call 631-8934110 for more information.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14

9:00AM

2023 WALK TO END EPILEPSY

The Epilepsy Foundation Long Island invites you to join them at our annual Walk to END EPILEPSY to support your loved one and all 35,000 Long Islanders living with epilepsy. For more information or to register visit p2p. onecause.com/2023w2ee.

10:00AM-3:00PM

FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL

The Sunshine Alternative Education & Prevention Center will be hosting their first annual family fall festival. Volunteers are needed. There are many ways you can volunteer, either during the event or in preparation for the event. Community Service Hours Provided. To volunteer please email drcarter.sunshinecenter@gmail.com.

10:00AM-4:00PM

VILLAGE CRAFT FAIR

This Christmas in October event will be held at the Smithtown Historical Society Grounds. Raindate is October 15th. For more information visit Depasmarket.com.

dogs and owners are welcomed. We reserve the right to refuse to accept an entry at check-in for any reason including without limitation, if it appears to be sick, injured, in pain, or that its behavior could jeopardize the health or safety of other pets and participants. All dogs must be on a leash. No retractable leashes are allowed. Please pick up after your dog. By submitting this registration, you agree to waive all claims against the Farmingdale Breakfast Rotary Club and the Village of Farmingdale and all sponsors and officials for any injury or illness which may directly or indirectly result from your participation in this event.

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South Shore Audubon Bird Walk

Join the South Shore Audubon Society for a bird walk at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick on Sunday, November 24, starting at 9:00 a.m.

The entrance road to the Norman Levy Preserve is located on the south side of

Merrick Road, just east of the Meadowbrook Parkway. (It is the same road as the Department of Sanitation entrance).

Walk leaders and other birders and nature enthusiasts will be happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. The bird walk is

free of charge. Bring binoculars. To register, text your name and contact information to 516 467-9498. No walk if it rains. Text regarding questionable weather.

For more information, log onto www.ssaudubon.org

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Long Island Harley Owners Group Recognized For Their Service To The Community

Legislator Steven J. Flotteron

honored Director Pat O’Hara and Road Captain Joe Beige with The Long Island Harley Owners Group (LI HOG) Chapter # 3182 for all they have done for surrounding communities over the past 38 years at their Annual Picnic at Overlook Beach in Babylon. LI HOG was formed in October, 1985 and is an owners group authorized by Harley Davidson and sponsored by local dealer, Eastern Harley Davidson. LI HOG ran its first toy run for the benefit of the Little Flower Children Residence is Wading River on December 21, 1985. Since that first toy run they have organized and run this toy drive annually. It is believed to be the oldest and longest continuously run toy drive on Long Island.

In addition, for the past 15 years the members of LI HOG have raised money and made donations to purchase items for the residents of the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook, supplementing benefits not available through the Northport Veterans Association. Items such as socks, batteries, electric shavers, calling cards and movie passes are collected for Veterans in need. Each year, with a motorcycle escort, on the Sunday before Veterans Day the LI HOG delivers van loads of these items to the residents.

News From The Historical Society Of Islip Hamlet

On Sept. 13th, the society hosted a panel of lifelong Bay men and women who have worked and lived on the Great South Bay. Over 135 people attended. The program was hosted by society member Leslie Schwan, 3rd generation Bay family. Ken Tooker discussed the many years of clamming; Frank Slope

discussed commercial fishing; Pete Johnston talked about his life as a fisherman, clammer and duck hunter; Lesley Clock’s family has owned a home on Captree Island for several generations; and Emmett O’Hara about raising oysters for sale to local restaurants. In the photo (l-r): Frank Slope,

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For more info on the society, our upcoming programs or to become a member, www. isliphamlethistory.org, 631-559-2915.

Pete Johnston, Lesley Clock, society program chair Gene Murphy, society member Leslie

Emmett O’Hara, Kenny Tooker.

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Parrot Expo Is Back!

For the first time since 2019, Parrot EXPO, presented by The Long Island Parrot Society is back!

Long Island’s only major exotic bird event is scheduled for Saturday, October 14 in Sayville! New, smaller venue, new lower admission price! Visit Live Parrots! Shop for everything parrot! Timed Raffles! Face Painting! Cage Sales! Freebies! Prize Wheel! Great presentations by Avian Enrichment Expert, Robin Sullivan! Network with other ‘Birdbrains” just like you!

Vendors Include: Hagen (HARi) (Bird Food), NY Bird Supply (Bird Food), Dorothy’s Land of Oz (Great Parrotphernalia), Celltei (Bird Carriers, Backpacks, etc.); Leather Elves (Bird Toys), LI Parrot Society

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When: Saturday, October 14, 10AM-5PM

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Adults $5.00; Senior (60+) $3.00; Under 12 $3.00; Under 2 Free!

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East Islip Public Library

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East Islip Public Library Board Meeting – Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. The Board of Trustees of the East Islip Public Library will hold their Board Meeting in the North Meeting Room on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. on the second floor, all are welcome. For more information, contact the East Islip Public Library at 631-5819200 x105.

THE BOHLSEN GALLERY

In September the Gallery will feature “Moments in Nature” an exhibit of Long Island wildlife photography by Thomas Hakiel of East Islip. Mr. Hakiel developed his love of nature 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 display cases in September will showcase the crafts of Andrea Zimmermann of East Islip. Ms. Zimmermann’s work encompasses a variety of forms including jewelry bags, decoupage and painted shells. Stop by and view this imaginative collection. For more information, contact the East Islip Public Library at 631-

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In October, Rich DiScalfini of East Islip will continue the celebration of the natural world. His photo- graphs include seascapes, landscapes and wildlife. Come explore Long Island’s natural beauty through these photographs. For more information, contact the East Islip Public Library at 631-5819200 x105.

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. 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 631-5819200 X 123 Judy Moccio.

A Night Out For Adults with Special Needs (eia257) R Mondays at 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

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everyone! Caregivers must be present. Fall Craft Monday, October 16, 7 p.m.– Halloween Craft.

Monthly Book Discussion UNIVERSE OF TWO by Stephen P. Kiernan Wednesday, September 27 *note date change @ 7 p.m., A novel of conscience, love, and redemption-a fictionalized account of the life of Charlie Fish, a gifted mathematician who was drafted into Manhattan Project and ordered against his morals to build the detonator for the atomic bomb.

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RUTHY RAMIREZ by Claire Jimenex Wednesday, October 18 @ 7 p.m. The Ramirez women of Staten Island orbit around absence. When thirteenyear-old Ruthy disappeared after track practice without a trace, it left the family scarred and scrambling. One night, twelve years later, oldest sister Jessica spots a woman on her TV. Could it be Ruthy, after all this time?

Smartphone Photography 101 & 102 (eia186) R Mondays, October 2 and 23 at 7 p.m. Join award winning photographer Holly Hunt, in this two-part series where you will learn how to utilize basic settings on your smart phone to capture amazing photos. Learn what each icon under your camera settings does and a few cool tricks on your smart phone camera.

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