March 8, 2023 Farmingdale South

Moriches Field Brewing Company received $18,750 to revitalize an empty downtown space.

(Cheers to that.)

Revitalization grants are just one of the ways we help businesses on Long Island and in the Rockaways. For Moriches Field Brewing Company, a grant from our economic development program was a perfect fit to help them renovate a previously vacant property. A discount through our Vacant Space Revival Program saved them more than $4,000 on their electric bills, and rebates for upgrading to LED lighting are keeping them saving month after month.

Helping revitalize our Island, one business at a time, is something we’re proud to be part of and something definitely worth celebrating.

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Free Musical Performances At Local Libraries

Enjoy The Sounds Of The Beatles, Music Of The 50’S & 60’S And More

Oyster Bay Town

Councilwoman Vicki Walsh announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through May 2023 with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.

“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”

Scheduled performances for March include:

The Tribunes on

Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Performing the music from the 50’s and 60’s. Registration is free and required, visit: syosset. librarycalendar.com/ events/month select the date of the concert and register. Registration starts February 19th.

Phil Costa & The Something Special Swing Band on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – Performing a variety of big band music including arrangements of Count Basie, Doc Severinsen and Maynard Ferguson.

Glenn Sings Glen on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Locust

Farmingdale Village Announces

The 9th Annual Farmingdale

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Farmingdale ~ Get Your Green On This Sunday 3/12/23!

Valley Library – A Tribute to Glen Campbell. Metro Music with John Walters on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 2:30 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – A rich variety of well-known, delightful songs played in an upbeat style that will have you swinging along!

The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 7977925 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/ CAPA.

Farmingdale Village announces the 9th Annual Farmingdale St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for this Sunday, March 12th at 1 PM. The parade kicks off from Northside Elementary School and spans about half a mile down Main Street to the Village Green including local community groups, Farmingdale/local Fire Departments, Pipe Bands, Village Officials, and more! Join the community for a great Parade & fun celebration in downtown Farmingdale! Farmingdale is honored to announce the SPD Parade Grand Marshal: Monsignor Mark P. Rowan, St. Kilian Parish! Enjoy lunch with family before the parade and stay downtown afterwards for dinner and drinks. Farmingdale Village is a terrific downtown

destination; shop and dine local - explore the many shops, merchants, Culinary Quarter Mile restaurants, bars, clubs, breweries, eateries, with some new spots!

Farmingdale Village was Voted Best of Long Island, Best Downtown again for 2023 (8 out of the last 9 years)! Thank You for Voting & Congratulations to All Best of Long Island Winners!

Youth Open Mic Night is set for Friday, March 10th @ 7pm, at Village Hall Acts, Individuals & Groups 21 years old and younger can register in advance via email: openmicfarmingdale@ gmail.com, or can sign-up at 7PM at the event.

Free to attend/participatelimited seating inside Village

Hall.

(Another Youth Open Mic Night is planned: Friday April 21st, 7pm)

The Farmingdale Community Summit Council’s Expo and Health Fair returns on Tuesday, March 28th at the Farmingdale High School gym. Free to attend, fee for vendors. Visit the website for details: https://www. farmingdalesummit.org/

Easter Egg Hunt - Meet the Easter Bunny - Saturday April 1st, 11AM sharp, arrive early, bring friends, family, baskets - Free event, egg hunt is for children up to 11 years old - Event to be held On The Village Green, 361 Main St.

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Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for March is Canine Companions®

Canine Companions is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people by providing highly trained service dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. They proudly o er their support services free of charge to recipients.

Clients come to Canine Companions because of their reputation, the quality of their dogs, the experience of their training sta and the desire to lead a life with greater independence. The organization is proud to have various chapters and training centers across our nation, with their Northeast Region (Long Island Chapter) located right here on Long Island, in Medford.

Located at 286 Middle Island Rd in Medford, the Long Island Chapter works to raise awareness, recruit new puppy raisers and volunteers and support one another’s work on behalf of the Canine Companions’ mission. This Chapter is a lively network filled with opportunities for social engagement from puppy classes to fundraisers. Beyond the satisfaction of doing good work for Canine Companions, lifelong friendships are often formed among chapter members.

The benefits of having a service dog can be indescribable, often life-changing.

Canine Companions provides dogs for an array of disabilities; they o er service dogs for adults, children and veterans with a physical or auditory disability or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as professionals working in a health care, visitation, criminal justice or education settings. The organization typically places between 325 and 375 service dogs per year.

In recent years, Yucca, a Facility Dog, became a new furry member of the Phillips Avenue Elementary School in Riverhead, NY (placed by Canine Companions). She helps students learn responsibility, come out of their shell and even helps those that experience issues at home, such as past traumas or emotional/social issues.

“Having a dog there to just talk to or pet can really help the children,” explained teacher Emilee Raynor. “Yucca loves our

What To Do When Things Don’t Go Your Way

By JoAnn Cilla

As a real estate broker, I knew that the boom years of 2020 and 2021 wouldn’t last forever. For two years, houses for sale often had multiple offers before they were ever listed. Many homes went for above the asking price; sometimes well above the asking price.

for a weaker economy and who failed to plan.

students and they know she is not judging them, so they take more risks when working with her than with their peers.”

Yucca is incorporated into daily lessons, such as language practice, when students read to her and describe the commands Yucca is following. “I have already seen the huge impact that Facility Dog Yucca has made in the classroom. Students are so excited to come to class. They work hard for Yucca and understand their responsibilities.”

Yucca’s impact is among countless success stories. If you are looking to make a di erence, you can become a Puppy Raiser with the Long Island Chapter today. Canine Companions volunteer puppy raisers provide specially-bred puppies a safe home, take them to obedience classes, serve up a healthy diet, provide socialization opportunities and give lots of love.

Volunteers are warmly welcomed in other capacities as well, such as Front Desk Reception, General O ce Support, Puppy Transporter and Event Support, amongst other fields. Without loyal volunteers, this organization couldn’t fulfill their mission, so they are beyond grateful for each individual that gives their time and e orts to help.

To learn more about these opportunities, please visit www.canine.org or call 631.561.0200.

But, as the saying goes, “All good things must come to an end.” Today, interest rates are more than double what they were a few years ago, home sellers aren’t leaving their 3% mortgage rates, and home buyers are waiting for more homes to hit the market and for interest rates to come down.

What do we do when business, and life, suddenly change directions? Some people put their heads in the sand and wait for everything to blow past them; others run to find a safe spot. What about the ones who stand

and face the obstacle in front of them? Often, they are the winners.

In business, when a good economy turns bad, companies will abandon their projects, lay off employees, and slash expenses. Smaller companies may go out of business because they didn’t prepare for the downturn, and they ran out of money. Look at the stores in town; that will tell you who planned

Tough times bring stress, anxiety, and tough decisions; they also bring opportunities for the people and businesses that prepare for them. Prices for many items will come down because companies have fewer customers buying their products (think of everything from home appliances to cars). Competitors will go out of business, and their customers will look for new places to spend their money. The same is true for vendors and suppliers.

What is your plan when things don’t go your way?

Will you stand and fight while looking for opportunities, or will you wait for everything to blow over? I hope you decide to fight. We need stronger small businesses in our community, and we need our residents to support them along the way.

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with Yucca at Phillips Avenue Elementary School

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Are you looking to increase the value of your home?

If you are planning on selling your home, now is the best time to do so. Before you list your house on the market be sure to upgrade your home in order to get the highest price possible for your property. In order to get the most out of your sale you must invest some money into home upgrades. This will increase the curb appeal & the overall value of your property. There are plenty of low-cost upgrades that are affordable and will give you a high return on your investment. One of the main projects that will increase your home's curb appeal the most, with low initial investment, is a new entry door. The entry door of your home sets the tone for your entire house. It is one of the first features potential buyers see as they walk into your home. A beautiful new entry door will increase the value of your property dramatically. An initial investment of a few thousand dollars can bring you a return of up to 95%! This return is also true for replacement windows in your home. However, the upgrade that will give you the best return on your investment is the siding on your home. The siding on your home is the largest portion of your property and accounts for the majority of your home's exterior style. Replacing just the front siding on your home can increase the value of your property substantially. New siding on a property can bring in up to a 110% return on your investment! If you are looking to sell your house or just increase its value, upgrading your windows, doors, siding, and roofing will bring you the best return on your investment. - UNIFIED HOME REMODELING 888-631-2131

Return Of The Howitt Heimlich Hero

A student at Howitt Middle School in Farmingdale saved the life of a classmate by performing the Heimlich Maneuver.

Mackenzie Anderson and Niousline Michel ate lunch during the fifth period on Tuesday, February 14th. It was days before winter recess, and both girls looked forward to a long break from tests and homework. Mackenzie and Niousline had attended Saltzman East Memorial and were friends before entering Howitt Middle School this past fall. As Mackenzie ate her lunch, she locked eyes with Nisouline, who had started banging on the table with a panic-stricken look. Several friends jumped, yelled, and waved their arms to alert the lunch monitors of the situation.

Mackenzie worried her friend couldn’t breathe and didn’t wait for help to arrive.

“We have to do something,” said Mackenzie Anderson. “I tried my best to perform the Heimlich Maneuver, and when I saw the food shoot from her mouth, I got excited. I did it!”

Niousline’s airway was cleared, and her breathing returned to normal. A piece of a churro was the culprit. Lunch monitors were by Niousline’s side in seconds to check on her as the cafeteria erupted into cheers for Mackenzie’s heroic efforts.

“She saved my life,” said Niousline Michel. “I was laughing and eating, then suddenly, I felt like I couldn’t breathe. I was so scared.”

The Heimlich Hero

program was taught to all Howitt Middle School students during health class earlier this school year. Students watched a fifteen-minute video that taught them how to recognize the signs of choking and respond with the Heimlich Maneuver. Students were paying attention. This is the second Howitt Heimlich Hero Farmingdale has had this school year.

“Regardless of a student’s age, size, or strength, they can successfully dislodge an item from someone’s throat when choking and save a life,” said Cheryl DePierro. “ I am so proud of all our students who took the training seriously, and I am especially proud of Mackenzie and Niousline for remembering exactly what to do in an emergency.”

Safely Rolling To My Destination Farmingdale Artists Receive Top Honors In New York School Bus Safety Contest

Earlier this school year Farmingdale art teachers challenged students to create designs for the National School Bus Safety Poster Contest. The theme is “Safely Rolling to My Destination”. Three eighth graders from Howitt Middle School and a fifth grader from Woodward Parkway took top honors. The National School

Bus Safety Poster Contest is sponsored by The New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT) in partnership with the New York State Education Department and in accordance with guidelines and rules set out by the American School Bus Council (ASBC).

The three students from Barbara Ginexi’s art class

at Howitt Middle School who won are Emily Villatoro (1st), Morris Davidson III (2nd), and Andrea Echeverria (3rd). Woodward Parkway’s winner from Erica Weisfelner’s art class is Natalie Hernandez (1st). First place winners will receive $100. Second place $75 and Third place $50. Congratulations, Dalers!

RETURN OF THE HOWITT HEIMLICH HERO - Student at Howitt Middle School in Farmingdale saved the life of a classmate by performing the Heimlich Maneuver. Pictured from L-R: Mackenzie Anderson and Niousline Michel. Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale School District

POSTER CONTEST WINNER - National School Bus Safety Poster Contest winner. (from l-r) Art teacher Erica Weisfelner and Natalie Hernandez. Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale School District

SAFELY ROLLING TO MY DESTINATION - Earlier this school year Farmingdale art teachers challenged students to create designs for the National School Bus Safety Poster Contest. The theme is “Safely Rolling to My Destination”. Three eighth graders from Howitt Middle School and a fifth grader from Woodward Parkway took top honors. Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale School District

A MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR INVESTMENT FOR LONG ISLAND

Sands, the world leader in developing integrated resorts, is proposing a multi-billion-dollar investment at the current site of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. This groundbreaking, worldclass hospitality and entertainment project will be transformational for the Long Island economy, creating thousands of quality union jobs and generating millions of dollars in tax revenue.

A HISTORIC OPPORTUNITY FOR LONG ISLAND BUSINESSES

Sands is committed to developing long-term partnerships with local businesses. For Long Island-based manufacturers, distributors, wholesale suppliers and other companies servicing the hospitality and entertainment industries, the Sands project will be an unprecedented opportunity to grow your business and be part of what will surely become an iconic centerpiece of the Long Island landscape.

March Happenings

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Only certain veterans can get

caregiver benefit package through the VA. DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

is working to change these laws and correct this inequity. Many Americans are asking their legislators where they stand on the issue.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 10

9:00AM-4:00PM

FREE BREAST CANCER SCREENING

The Stony Brook Cancer Center’s Mobile Mammography Van will be in East Northport at 319 Clay Pitts Road. For women forty and older who have not had a mammogram in the past year. Appointments are neccesary. Call 631-638-4135 to schedule.

SATURDAY, MARCH 11

11:00AM-3:00PM

DROP OFF FOOD DRIVE

The Babylon Boy Scout Troop 194 will be hosting a food drive to support community food pantries. Drop off your items at the Babylon American Legion Post 94, entrance in rear.

12:00PM-4:00PM

IRISH LUCK ON THE FARM

Celebrate Irish Heritage with an afternoon on the farm- walk through petting zoo, traditional Irish step-dancing performance, music, and peat fires. $5 per person at 239 E. Main Street in Smithtown.

SUNDAY, MARCH 12

1:00PM-2:00PM

HOLY FIRE (R) REIKI LECTURE, DEMO & Q+A

Held at the Wild By Nature West Islip Lecture Room. Free admission. All are invited to come and experience this energetic healing and social. Presented by Joseph Graziose, Reiki Master. Contact Joe for any questions or to register at 516-901-0422.

TUESDAY, MARCH 14

6:30PM-9:30PM

ANNUAL ST. PATRICK'S DAY DINNER FUNDRAISER

Hosted by Last Hope Animal Rescue at Lily's Babylon (formerly Lily Flanagan's). Tickets are $70 per person or $75 at the

door. Seating is limited, reserve your space early. For more information contact Doreen at 631-445-2326 or Letty at 631-946-9528.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15

2:00PM-3:00PM

ALZHEIMER'S SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

The Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will be holding an in-person event called “Memory Cafe” as apart of the Early-Stage Social Engagement Program at The Arbors at Islandia East. To register for the event visit www.alz.org/events.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

6:30PM-8:30PM

SAINTS DAY SOCIAL

Join us at the Brumidi Lodge to celebrate St. Patrick and St. Joseph. Dinner, refreshments and dessert included. $40 per person, ages 7 and under are free. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to purchase tickets in advance.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18

9:00AM-12:00PM

4-LEAF CLOVER 5K RUN/WALK

Rain or shine at the East Moriches Middle School. The first 100 participants are guaranteed a race t-shirt. Contact 516-531-3323 for more information.

6:30PM

TALENT SHOW

The Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst will be hosting a talent show. All talents are welcome. Free coffee and cake will be served. A free-will offering will be taken. Call 631-226-8690 for information.

SUNDAY, MARCH 19

1:00PM-2:00PM

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE Parade begins to form up at noon in the area of the Finley Middle School at Forest Avenue and Dosoris Lane in Glen Cove. It

steps off at 1PM and proceeds through the streets of downtown Glen Cove, ending at 70 Glen Street. For more information visit www.glencoveparade.com

TUESDAY, MARCH 21

6:00PM

BUDGET INFORMATION MEETING

The meeting will be held at the North Babylon Public Library.The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its March meeting immediately following the Budget Information Meeting. The public is invited to attend. Contact Marc D. Horowitz at 631-669-4020.

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

9:00AM-11:00AM

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

Held at Brumidi Lodge Deer Park. Ages 3 and under are free. Ages 4-12, $12 and 13+ are $18. Includes breakfast, toy auction, 50/50 raffle, lottery cash board raffle and crafts. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to reserve your seat or table.

MONDAY, MARCH 27

1:00PM MUSIC LOVER'S CLUB

Enjoy a free musical performance the last Monday of every month through April at the United Methodist Church in Islip, Meeting Room 1. Refreshments to follow. For more information contact Donald Warner at 516993-9032.

TUESDAY, MARCH 28

6:30PM

WANTAGH PRESERVATION SOCIETY MEETING

Interesting "Show &Tell" meeting planned. Bring any Wantagh related items to share information on, or just come and listen. Light refreshments will be served. Contact 516-826-8767 for questions.

Environmental Poster Contest For 4th Grade Students

To raise awareness of pollution and its impact on Mother Nature, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Vicki Walsh announced the return of the Town’s Environmental Poster Contest, open to all 4th grade students in the Town of Oyster Bay. This year’s poster contest, Our Town Our Environment, invites youngsters to create a poster depicting ‘Marine Pollution Solutions.’

“This poster contest presents a great opportunity to bring environmental awareness to our young people, making them more knowledgeable on the importance of protecting our waterways and safeguarding our natural resources,” said Supervisor Saladino. Students should submit a poster to communicate awareness of how items of plastic litter harm our waterways and various ways

to solve the issue of marine pollution, including proper recycling. Submissions should be made on poster paper (no larger than 12”x18”). No edible items should be used on the poster.

The top three winning posters to be displayed at a Town facility and showcased in a future Town of Oyster Bay Environmental Newsletter.

“This contest is being cosponsored by The Waterfront Center, Friends of the Bay, and the Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program. These organizations greatly contribute to our efforts in further protecting and preserving the environment,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “I invite all 4th grade students to participate in this great program, which provides an opportunity to become more educated on the serious issue of how to protect our environment and improve

the quality of our waterways while having the potential of winning some great prizes.”

Prizes will be awarded for the top three submissions, with 1st Place receiving a private tour of Oyster Bay Harbor aboard a Friends of the Bay vessel, $200 gift certificate for the Waterfront Center in Oyster Bay, a $100 gift certificate to Long Island Aquarium, a tree planted at the winning student’s school for Arbor Day, a nautical trivia game, Friends of the Bay apparel and a Choose Local F.I.S.H. t-shirt from CCE. Submission deadline for the contest is Friday, March 31st, with winners to be announced on Earth Day, April 22nd. Second and third place winners will also receive a gift certificate to the Waterfront Center, receive a tree planting in their school district, as well as apparel and reusable items.

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submission, students must include an entry form, which is available at www.oysterbaytown. com/postercontest. Mail or email posters to the

Town’s Department of Environmental Resources, Attn: Poster Contest, 29 Spring Street, Oyster Bay NY, 11771. Entries can also be emailed to

environmental@oysterbayny.gov with the subject line ‘2023 Poster Contest.’ Visit www.oysterbaytown. com/postercontest for more details.

Town Seeks Counselors

For Summer Recreation Program

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that the Town is seeking counselors for its 2023 Summer Recreation Program. The six-week program provides a rewarding employment experience for counselors as they work with children and make a difference.

“This great summer job is ideal for residents age 16 or older who are looking to build their resume. Our summer recreation counselors get real-world experience while having fun, making memories,

and making a difference in the lives of others,” said Supervisor Saladino. Applicants must be available for the duration of the program, which runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, beginning July 5th through August 11th. Summer Recreation Program participants take part in trips, tournaments, shows and athletic events, including the TOBAY Games, making being a counselor a great first job for many residents.

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opportunities are offered at Marjorie R. Post (Massapequa), PlainviewOld Bethpage and SyossetWoodbury Community Parks, Ellsworth W. Allen Town Park in Farmingdale, Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park and Beach in Oyster Bay, and Tappen Beach in Glenwood Landing.

For more information, prospective counselors should contact Town’s Department of Parks at (516) 797-7945 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ summerrecreation.

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LET THE GAMES BEGIN - Save the date, May 6, 2023. The Long Island Special Olympics Spring Games North are returning to Farmingdale. The Athletic Complex at Howitt Middle School is set to host the competition. Pictured: Scenes from last spring’s Special Olympics hosted by Farmingdale School District. Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale School District

Finding Hope & Purpose After The Loss Of Your Partner Or Spouse

One of the most traumatic of losses, coping with the passing of a partner or spouse is very difficult and is an acutely unique intimate loss, usually leading to an overwhelming grieving process. But experts say that with thoughtful support, individuals who have experienced the loss of a partner, can find hope and purpose, and learn to navigate holidays and events again that tend to weigh heavily on widows and widowers.

“What’s unique about the loss of a partner or spouse are the secondary losses most experience such as the loss of the person you sleep beside every night, the loss of the person you raise your children with, the loss of income now that your partner has passed on, etc.,” says Grief Coach, Kathryn Monaco Douglas. “And then when you throw in celebrated days like birthdays and holidays, coping with the loss of a partner can be especially challenging.”

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Douglas, who was widowed at a young age, and who now helps widows and widowers through her sought-after support group, Widowed Not Alone, believes that with the right support from the very beginning of their grieving process, individuals who have lost partners do not need to feel as if they are now left to handle life on their own.

In Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum’s recent February 7th workshop, “Finding Hope & Purpose After the Loss of Your Partner or Spouse,” which was developed in partnership with the grief and healing organization COPE, Douglas led individuals through a healing workshop that provided guidance and connection for widows and widowers and shared tips for common trigger days such as celebrated days and holidays.

“Widowhood is a club that no one wants to belong to, but individuals who participate, are fortunate to have each other,” asserts Douglas, Founder and

President of Widowed Not Alone. “At Widowed Not Alone, there is no support group completion date. It consists of an eight week program, but afterwards members continue with us socially. With shared commonalities, participants form lifelong friendships.”

“Our group model supports the bereaved from day one, to help individuals navigate through their loss from the start, whereas most others require grievers to wait up to three months before joining,” emphasized Douglas. “I feel that it’s vital to provide a welcoming community that provides a sense of belonging immediately knowing that mourners who have lost their partner or spouse face emotional and practical concerns and issues right away.”

“Pinelawn’s healing workshops focus on providing the tools and strategies for healthy coping with the loss of a loved one,” said Justin Locke, President of Pinelawn Memorial Park

Town Clerk LaMarca Announces Special One-Stop Passport Weekend

To help residents looking to obtain new passports, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca announced that his office will offer a special onestop Passport Weekend on Saturday, March 18th and Sunday, March 19th from 9am to 3pm at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa.

“Residents looking to apply for a new passport are invited to visit Town Hall during Passport Weekend to receive assistance,” said Town Clerk LaMarca. “We can help you with organizing your documents, obtaining a photo and submitting the documents for approval.”

Requirements for

applying for a passport include:

One 2x2 color photograph with a clear view of the applicant’s face against a plain white or light colored background. Photos will also be available for $10 at both Town Halls North and South during Passport Weekend.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship

– Previously issued undamaged U.S. passport, certified birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth, Naturalization Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship.

Proof of Identity –Naturalization Certificate, Valid Driver’s License (cannot have been issued or renewed in the last

and Arboretum. “We are privileged to have had Kathryn lead this important workshop and also want to thank COPE, our partner in generating awareness for grief healing services. Pinelawn is proud to make these essential grief workshops available for free to the bereaved.”

“Our community is very fortunate to have had Kathryn leading this important and timely workshop - her work and her wisdom come directly from her own lived experience,” said Adam Rabinovitch, Executive Director of COPE. “We are grateful to Kathryn and to Pinelawn for creating this opportunity for connection and closeness with others - it is a crucial part of the grief experience and healing from the loss of an intimate partner.”

Some ideas and suggestions Douglas shared with participants during the workshop, to help them through the recent Valentine’s Day holiday included, making a plan in advance so that you’re not left alone or without an activity. She also suggested that if you do go out, to take your own car, so that you can leave whenever you’re ready.

six months), Current Government ID (city, state or federal), Current Military ID (military and dependents).

This service does NOT apply to Adult Renewals unless your Passport is expired for 5+ years.

Town Clerk LaMarca has offices located at Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. Passport appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and during this special Passport Weekend. For appointments in Oyster Bay, please call (516) 6246324. For appointments in Massapequa, please call (516) 797-7962.

homes. To date, Pinelawn has hosted 25 online grief healing workshops which have assisted over 1,300 individuals coping with grief. Topics covered have included Self-Healing & Resilience Building, Rethinking the Holidays After Loss, Journaling for Life After Loss, Allowing Nature to Hold Us, Healing Through Music, and more.

About Cope

Founded in 1999, COPE is a nonprofit grief and healing organization helping parents and families living with the loss of a child. Started by bereaved parents, COPE now offers professionally led support groups, a grief support phone line, and monthly healing workshops including yoga, meditation, Reiki, art, movement, music, writing and journaling. COPE has grown to support children and teens who have lost a loved one, particularly through

COPE’s Camp Erin® NYC, a free summer weekend experience to support kids and parents who are grieving. Learn more at www.copefoundation.org

About Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum

For more information about Widowed Not Alone, including details on upcoming workshops, please visit, www. widowednotalone.com/.

Lindenhurst HS Class Of 1973 50 Year Reunion

The Lindenhurst HS Class Of 1973 will be having their 50 Year Reunion on Friday, August 4, 2023, at Babylon Masonic Lodge, 7-11pm, $85, buffet, open bar, DJ, and lots of fun! Contact: Lindenhurstclassof73@ hotmail.com

Now in its third year, Pinelawn’s online Grief Healing Workshop Series was created during the Covid Pandemic to support those mourning the loss of loved ones, when many remained isolated in their