June 19, 2024 Farmingdale South

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GET READY FOR SUMMER EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

As the summer season approaches, Farmingdale Village is gearing up for a host of exciting events. There are many outdoor community events planned — from movie nights, to live music, art crawls, and more — there is something for everyone to enjoy and they are free to attend. One such event is Farmingdale Village Pops On the Village Green, 42nd Season! Concerts directed by Brad DeMilo - Wednesdays @ 7:30 pm: June 26th, July 3rd, July 10th, July 17th, July 24th & July

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June Happenings

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

8:00AM

LINDY CARES COLOR RUN

Join Lindy Cares for a 5K where you can walk, run, hop, or skip your way to the finish line. At 8:30 AM, there will be a warm-up session led by Sea Change to get everyone energized and ready to go. For more information, please email herman.lorianne@babyloncares.org or call 631-572-2751.

11:00AM

KIDS FUN FARM DAY

Come down to Organics Today Farm, at 169 Washington St. in East Islip, for hay rides, old-fashioned sac races, kids yoga, fun photo cut outs, a honey bee class. Learn how to build a Worm Farm and more. $25 admission for Parent and 1 Child. For more information, visit Organics Today Farm on Facebook or text/call 631-480-6497.

1:00PM-4:00PM PRIDE DAY

Vendors, activities, education, refreshments and entertainment. Come together to celebrate pride. All are welcome to attend at the Federation of Organizations, 1375 Akron Street in Copiague. For more information call 631-669-5355 or visit www.fedoforg.org.

7:00PM-10:00PM

AMERICAN AIR POWER MUSEUM

JAZZ BAND BENEFIT CONCERT

Held at 1230 New Highway, next to Republic Airport in Farmingdale. Come listen or dance to the jazz music of World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War. For more information call 516-776-0307.

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.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23

9:00AM

FEAST OF PENTECOST

The Hierarchical Divine Liturgy for the Feast of Pentecost (50 days after Orthodox Easter) will be celebrated by Archbishop Michael of New York and New Jersey on Sunday, June 23 at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. For more information, call 516-483-3649 or email htocem@gmail.com.

3:00PM

SINATRA & STREISAND

Gene DiNapoli presents the unforgettable music of two of the greatest entertainers of all timeBarbra Streisand and Frank Sinatra with a spectacular performance by Frank Frizalone and Dorian Clara, accompanied by Long Island Sound Big Band at the Bayway Arts Center 265 E. Main St. East Islip, NY 11730. For more information, please visit www.baywayartscenter.com or call 631-581-2700.

THURSDAY, JUNE 27

7:00PM-10:00PM MUSIC BINGO

Yes Community Counseling Center will host a special fundraiser to support the mental health and wellness of local children. $50 per ticket, includes buffet and bingo. Raffle tickets available at event. For more info, please call 516-799-3203 or visit www.yesccc.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

10:00AM-1:00PM

WHITE ELEPHANT & BAG SALE

Stuff a bag full of clothes for $5 at the Simpson United Methodist Church in Amityville, 30 Locust Avenue. New Items & Thrift Shop

Treasures for sale. New clothes are not included in the bag sale. Donations are accepted! Call Mary at 516-991-8098 for more information.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

9:30AM-3:00PM

YARD SALE FUNDRAISER

Held at Community Presbyterian Church in Deer Park. Free admission, no vendors. Rain or shine. For more information call 631-242-0221.

11:00AM-12:00PM

SUPERHEROES OF THE SKY

Take a walking tour with Jim while he feeds our Birds of Prey and tells you about their incredible adaptations that help them survive in the wild. You’ll see and learn about our Bald Eagle, Turkey Vultures, owls, hawks and many more. $10 per adult / $5 per child (Under 12). Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown. Call 631-979-6344 for more information.

SUNDAY, JUNE 30

9:30AM

REDISCOVER ANCIENT CHRISTIANITY

The Orthodox Church welcome all people seeking a community rooted in the oldest Christian Church with an emphasis on Holy Scripture, Holy Tradition, liturgical and prayer life, and traditional Christian values. The Divine Liturgy is celebrated every Sunday at 9:30 AM at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. Coffee hour follows the Divine Liturgy. All services are conducted in English. Additional information and schedules can be found on the parish website, www.htocem.org, or by email, htocem@gmail.com.

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From The Desk Of Mayor Ralph Ekstrand Get Ready For Summer Events & Entertainment In Downtown Farmingdale Village FREE TO ATTEND!

As the summer season approaches, Farmingdale Village is gearing up for a host of exciting events. There are many outdoor community events planned - from movie nights, to live music, art crawls and more - there is something for everyone to enjoy and they are free to attend.

• Farmers Market On the Village Green, by Schneider’s Farm on Sundays, through November 24th - 10 am – 2 pm

• Farmingdale Craft & Gift Fair by Farmingdale Kiwanis Club / Nassau County Fairs, On the Village Green, June 22nd & 23rd & August 24th & 25th, 10 am – 5 pm

• Farmingdale Village Pops On the Village Green, 42nd Season! Concerts directed by Brad DeMilo - Wednesdays @ 7:30 pm: June 26th, July 3rd, July 10th, July 17th, July 24th & July 31st

• Movies On The GreenTuesdays @ Dusk: July 9th (Migration), July 16th (Elemental), July 23rd (Kung Fu Panda 4), July 30th (Over the Hedge), August 6th (Minions Rise of Gru), August 13th (Wish), and August 20th (Lyle, Lyle Crocodile)

• Farmingdale Music On Main - Along Main Street downtown: Thursdays: July 11th, July 25th, August 8th, and August 22nd, 5 – 9 pm (rain date August 29th) presented

by Farmingdale BID / Farmingdale Village

• Second Sundays by Colored Colors, along Main Street in Downtown Farmingdale on July 14th, August 11th & September 8th (Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Farmingdale BID & more sponsors)

• Open Mic & Jam Session by Chuck and Vinny – On the Village Green, July 18th, 7 pm, presented by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee

• Runners Edge Main Street Mile - August 31st, with races along Main Street starting at 8:30 am (fee to enter races), benefiting Companions in Courage Foundation

• 13th Annual Art in the Park Exhibit, Show & Sale – On the Village Green, September 15th, 11am – 3pm (rain date September 22nd)

Mayor Ralph Ekstrand said: “Summer in Farmingdale Village is a great time to enjoy many outdoor events downtown, visit the weekly farmers market, enjoy free Village Pops Concerts, Movies On the Green, and outdoor music and fun along Main Street at Farmingdale’s Music On Main, Second Sundays, Art in the Park and more. We look forward to providing great, fun entertainment, downtown. Stroll Main Street and see what’s new, enjoy music, art, dining and morecelebrate summer!” Shop and dine while

downtown in Culinary Quarter, enjoy the vast array of shops and eateries. Dine al fresco, open air dining, or inside. Discover the many great shops, clubs, eateries, two speakeasies, two breweries, downtown destination stores and shops. The Farmingdale merchants work together to provide great entertainment for the public to enjoy. Thank you to all sponsors, groups, committees, merchants, Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Fire Department, event planners, promoters and the media.”

Most events are held On the Village Green, 361 Main Street or along Main Street (as noted). Outdoor events are weather permitting. Bring chairs/blankets for seating for Movies & Pops concerts. Take the Train to Main in Farmingdale Village! To contact Farmingdale Village, call 516.249.0093.

Links: http:// farmingdalevillage.com/ Facebook events page: www.facebook.com/ farmingdale11735 Instagram events page www.instagram.com/ farmingdalevillagenyevents/ Farmingdale BID: www. farmingdalebid.com www. farmingdalemusiconmain. com

To sign up for emails, visit the websites: http:// farmingdalevillage.com/ www.farmingdalebid.com

Farmingdale Village … The Place to Be! Long Island’s Downtown Destination!

Garage Door

Garage Door Sale!

New York State Parks is celebrating their 100th year, and the Long Island Region is marking the milestone with a festival at Heckscher State Park on Saturday, June 22 from 11am – 3pm. The Centennial Celebration event is titled “Through the Decades: 100 Years of State Parks on Long Island.”

The Centennial Celebration will feature tented booths for each decade from the 1920’s to the 2020’s to recall the joy that State parks on Long Island have provided since 1924. Each booth will include historical photos, a kidfriendly craft, an outdoor game, and information about the parks that were opened to the public in that decade. Reminisce about driving to the parks

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years ago with classic cars on display.

The New York State Park Police and New York State Park Lifeguards will also have booths showing off their vintage memorabilia.

The Montaukett Indian Nation will display items from their “Gone Whaling” exhibit and the Montaukett Women Circle Dancers will perform traditional dance. Partnership tables will also be provided by the Department of Environmental Conservation, The Friends of Connetquot, The Friends of Heckscher, and the Islip Arts Council. The festival includes a variety of family fun entertainment. Voted “Best Family Show” by Entertainer America, Jester Jim will delight

children and families with his unique juggling show. Kids and adults can enjoy free face painting, as well as an inflatable obstacle course and inflatable slide. A few holes of miniature golf will feature iconic landmarks from some of our local parks. Festival goers can even take photos with life-size cutouts of vintage uniformed park workers.

The Jazz Loft’s Equity Brass Band will play live jazz while Swing Dance Long Island provides free dance lessons. Several food trucks will have delicious food and treats for sale including Double D’s Rollin’ Grill, Quina’s Cookin’, All American Wontons, Filthy Pig BBQ, Nomastayvegan, Brother’s Lemonade, and Sunrise Delight.

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Area SUNY Potsdam Students Named To President’s List

The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named 727 students to the President’s List, in recognition of their academic excellence in the Spring 2024 semester. The SUNY Potsdam students were honored for earning top marks by President Dr. Suzanne Smith.

To achieve the honor of being on the President’s List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

The students included:

• Michael Anderson of Lindenhurst, NY, whose major is Middle/ Secondary Mathematics Education

• Kaitlyn Cavallo of Farmingdale, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Shannon Frank of Seaford, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Rosalind Hoffman of Massapequa, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Catherine Keach of Bay Shore, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Maggie King of East Islip, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Matthew Lannigan of East Islip, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Dylan Maebert of Farmingdale, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Ryan Mahlmeister of Massapequa, NY, whose major is Business

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• Gabriella Maresco of Massapequa, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Simone McPartling of West Babylon, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Luke Miller of Farmingdale, NY, whose major is Music Business

• Justin Mossey of Amity Harbor, NY, whose major is Computer Science

• Sophia Randazzo of West Islip, NY, whose major is Music Education

• Kennedy Royal of West Babylon, NY, whose major is Music Business

• Samantha Wider of Seaford, NY, whose major is Psychology

About SUNY Potsdam: Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America’s first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third

century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence.

The College currently enrolls approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to

the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit www.potsdam.edu.

A Cold Beverage Ideal For Summer

Summer is a season synonymous with relaxation. Sitting poolside or relaxing on a patio with a cold beverage is a great way to escape the daily grind and make the most of a warm evening, and the following recipe for “Summer Cantaloupe” from Andrew Schloss’ “Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits” (Storey Publishing) is tailor-made for summer nights.

Summer Cantaloupe

Makes about 1 quart

1 fifth (31/4 cups) 80-100 proof vodka

4 cups cantaloupe chunks

1 cup Simple Syrup (see below)

Finely grated zest of 2 lemons

Directions:

1. Muddle the vodka, cantaloupe and lemon zest with a wooden spoon in a half-gallon jar. Stir to moisten everything.

2. Seal the jar and put it in a cool, dark cabinet until the liquid smells and tastes strongly of melon, four to seven days.

3. Strain the mixture with a mesh strainer into a clean quart jar. Do not push on the solids to extract more liquid.

4. Stir in the Simple Syrup.

5. Seal and store in a cool, dark cabinet. Use within one year.

Simple Syrup

Makes 3 cups

2 1/4 cups water

21/4 cups granulated cane sugar

Directions:

Mix the water and sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar is all moistened. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir to make sure the sugar is completely dissolved, then remove from the heat and let cool. Refrigerate for up to three months.