June 21, 2023 Farmingdale South

FARMINGDALE HIGH SCHOOL WINS BIG -Farmingdale High School Choruses competed at the 2023 Music in the Parks Festival at Six Flags New England on Saturday, June 3. Under Jessica Mischke’s direction, Mixed Chorus got first place with a superior rating in their category. Under Ed Kozlowski’s direction, Treble Chorus earned first place with a superior rating in their category. Farmingdale also won Best Overall Chorus at the festival! Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale Union Free School District

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By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for June is America’s VetDogs

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America’s VetDogs is a non-profit organization, headquartered in Smithtown. They train and provide service and guide dogs for veterans, activeduty military and first responders with disabilities.

This year they placed their 1000th service dog and reduced the waiting time to receive one from 2-3 years to 9-12 months. Long Island resident Nathan Gardner is one of many veterans who have benefited greatly from America’s VetDogs and he’s eager to share his experience in hopes that it inspire others whose lives could be changed with the help of a special canine friend.

Some years ago, Nathan, who comes from a family with a strong military background, got in a car accident. He was left without reliable transportation, which left him frustrated. He was faced with a lot of down time and eventually decided to visit a recruiting o ce in his spare time. “I walked into the Air Force recruitment o ce, because I knew I liked what they could o er me.” He soon joined and became part of the Air Force Security Forces. “I actually ended up loving the job, loving the career. I was very happy with it.”

He served for 5 years, primarily working in nuclear weapons security, where he was required to wear full battle gear. This included a plated vest, all his equipment, two weapons, a bag full of gear and ammunition. “The weight of everything I was carrying ended up taking a toll on me.” He later found out he had a herniated disc, which has worsened since he left the service. Eventually, he developed two herniated discs, sciatic nerve damage and an atrophied calf muscle, which led to ankle problems.

Nathan learned of America’s VetDogs through the Veterans Resource Center at Su olk County Community College. “A lot of the things I was reading in the brochure matched what I was looking for and what I needed,” he said. “I wish I knew about the program sooner.”

Nathan reached out to America’s VetDogs

and was able to be placed with a service dog at no cost. He met and trained with his service dog, Kenzo, in February of 2022.

“It had gotten to the point where I would lock up, fall to the ground and not be able to move,” he explained. “So Kenzo has been trained to get me help. Training with him has been a life-changing experience. He has taught me how to handle myself and my disability appropriately and I really like how my mindset has shifted into a more positive place.”

Nathan has been able to flourish in ways he never could without a service dog. He recently graduated from St. Joseph’s University and will begin pursuing an MBA this fall. He has served as Vice President of the Long Island Campus Chapter of the Student Veterans of America and has new self confidence that he couldn’t imagine having years ago.

“Accomplishing these things means a lot to me in terms of what my future can now look like,” said Gardner, who attended his recent college graduation ceremony with Kenzo, his service dog. “I’m the first person in my family to get an undergraduate degree and I’m pursuing my graduate degree. I’m very proud of that. Getting Kenzo has been one of the best things for me.”

If you would like to learn how to apply for a service dog or volunteer with the organization, please visit www.VetDogs. org/Neighbor or call 631.930.9090.

The Farmers’ Market, by Schneider’s Farm, returns to Farmingdale Village on Sundays for the 2023 season: 6/4 - 11/19, 10am-2pm, weather permitting. Stop by the Village Green & shop the fresh selection of produce, vegetables & other items. Stroll Main Street / shop & dine downtownthroughout Farmingdale Village, support the local merchants.

Mariano On the Piano - Presenting a $10,000 Donation on June 24th Mariano Schwartz of Farmingdale, a sophomore at St. Anthony’s High School, raised $10,000 to donate to Bronx Veterans Medical Research Re-Walk program. This cutting edge program designs exoskeleton walking suits that literally enable disabled veterans to proudly stand up and walk again.

After months of playing piano and raising money for Bronx Veterans Medical Research, on June 24th, Mariano will present BVMR a donation of $10,000. A spectacular night is planned with Mariano on the Piano, special guests, Veterans, and award winning Chef Eric LeVine, at 317 Main Street from 7-9 pm. Limited seating, Reservations are filling up. The Farmingdale Village Board of Trustees and myself commend

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Mariano for the wonderful philanthropic efforts, dedication and generosity. Save the Date - Calling All Artists ~ 12th Annual Farmingdale Art In The Park Show & Sale, On the Village GreenSunday, 9/17 , 11 am - 3 pm ~ Free to exhibit & free to attend Visit www. farmingdalevillage.com for the artist application/ more details

Village Pops Concerts Wednesdays @ 7:30 pm: 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2 (6/28 date is cancelled) Continued

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SATURDAY, JUNE 24

12:00PM-4:00PM

DRONE ZONE FAMILY ACTIVITY

Visit the Cradle of Aviation Museum to fly a hand-sensor Scoot drone in their Drone Zone. Scoot drones are 360° sensor-guided hover drones. Drones for beginners and kids have never been easier. Free with museum admission. For more information visit cradleofaviation.org.

12:00PM-4:00PM

PLANTING PRIDE FESTIVAL

Planting Fields Foundation is hosting their second annual Planting Pride Festival. It will feature live music, special guests, local vendor support, a panel discussion and much more. For more information about the event please contact Katie Walsh, Community Engagement Manager at kwalsh@plantingfields.org or 516-922-8680.

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

2:00PM-3:30PM

SPRING MUSICALE

Sponsored by the Amityville Historical Society is the Spring Musicale featuring light Classical, Vintage, Popular tunes and selections played in Amityville in the early 1900's and late 1800's. Light refreshments will be served after the performance. Donation is $25 per person. Please call the Luader Museum Office at 631-598-1486 for more information.

2:00PM-3:45PM

ROCK & ROLL HANDBELL CONCERT

St. Peter's Lutheran Church is hosting a free Pop! and Rock & Roll concert. For more information visit www.longislandresound.com.

5:00PM-8:00PM

MASSAPEQUA FIRECRACKER 5K

The proceeds help fund Massapequa High School Track Scholarships. Rain or shine. All registrants receieve a T-shirt. Post race festival in Brady Park picnic area with ice-cold hand towels, food, drinks, and kids entertainment. For more information call 516-531-3323.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28

5:15PM-9:00PM

ROCK & ROLL HANDBELL CONCERT

St James Summer Nights is a family fun night, gathered on the lawn of the St James Elementary School , and spreading into the street on Lake Avenue. It features a live band, vendors, food trucks and good vibes. Craft vendors, henna body art, free face painting, and more! Email Stjamescivic@yahoo.com for more information.

THURSDAY, JUNE 29

7:00PM

PAINT, SIP & SMILE

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In America in Deer Park. $40 per person which includes one glass of wine, soda water, cash bar, homemade desserts, coffee and tea, live music, all paint supplies and door prizes. For tickets and more information please call Pat 631-922-0225 or Karen 631-5393622.

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

10:00AM

TINY TOTS: FUN IN THE SUN

Held at Hempstead Lake State Park where attendees can explore the natural world around them. These programs connect children and their

parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. Children aged 3-5. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com and search for #NatureEdventure.

6:30PM-9:15PM

SOUNDS ON THE SOUND

The Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Port Jefferson Sunset Cruise "Sounds on the Sound" which will be featuring the 12-piece Motown Tribute Band - Dr. K's Motown Revue. General admission is $45 and VIP tickets are $65. Admission includes a food box, one alcoholic drink, and snacks. Visit PortJeffChamber.com for more details and tickets.

Looking Ahead:

SATURDAY, JULY 1

3:00PM

CONCERT OF PATRIOTIC MUSIC

Held at Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst to celebrate God and Country. For more information call 631-226-8690.

SUNDAY, JULY 9

12:00PM

GERMAN-AMERICAN SOMMERFEST

Join the Plattduetsche Volksfest Vereen to celebrate German culture and heritage with food, drink, dancing, vendors, games, raffles, music and more! Admission is $10 adults, children under 16 free. Visit parkrestaurant.com for more information.

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Tuesdays at Dusk: 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, movie titles TBA), weather permitting, bring chairs, blankets

Music On Main (7/13, 7/27, 8/10, 8/24, weather permitting, rain date 8/31)

Kiwanis Club of Farmingdale - Summer Festival On the Village

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Art In the Park (9/17) , Columbus Weekend Fair & more!

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Choruses competed at the 2023 Music in the Parks Festival at Six Flags New England on Saturday,

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June 3. Under Jessica Mischke’s direction, Mixed Chorus got first place with a superior rating in their category. Under Ed Kozlowski’s

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Farmingdale State College (FSC) announced it has received two Federal designations from the U.S. Department of Education, for higher education institutions enrolling populations with significant percentages of undergraduate minority students. The designations will make available increased federal funding for programs to recruit and retain minority undergraduate students that will assist them from admission to graduation.

FSC been designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), having achieved a fulltime undergraduate enrollment of Hispanic students that is more than 25 percent of the student body. FSC has also been designated an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), with an enrollment of undergraduate students that is at least 10 percent Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander.

“This couples with our designation as a Higher Education Excellence and Diversity (HEED) campus, which we received in Summer 2022,” said Dr. John Nader, President of Farmingdale State College (FSC). “The diversity of our student body is a point of pride for all of us at FSC. It’s not just the color of people’s skin, but about

who feels included in our institution and receives access to the opportunities that we offer. It makes us stronger and deepens our breadth of cultures and perspectives in our programs.”

The percentage of students at Farmingdale State College who identify as Hispanic or Latino has more than doubled over the past ten years from 1,100 in 2012 to 2,542 in 2022.

As the fastest growing population of any racial or ethnic group at FSC, students identifying as Hispanic or Latino now comprise 27% of the student population, up from 14 percent in 2012. Similarly, the Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islanders population at FSC has risen from 560 in 2012 to 1,119 in 2022 with the sharpest increase among Asian students, at 111%.

Farmingdale soon expects to submit a U.S. Department of Education application that would seek increased Federal funding for programs to increase recruitment and retention among Hispanic students, which Nader says is part of the changing demographics of not just the FSC student body, but of Long Island overall. The funding is expected to enhance the student experience and programs to support their success as well as participate in applied learning experiences.

“In my high school I was the only Hispanic

student in my [Advanced Placement] classes and being a commuter student sometimes makes it hard to connect with people on campus,” said Catherine Arevalo, a Junior from Huntington, NY studying Computer Science. “Having a sense of community of people from our shared backgrounds makes the environment one that I look forward to being in every day. You can see this especially with the incoming Freshmen. They have a real sense of the diversity and inclusion of the campus.”

“It’s very important to have diversity on campus,” said Arianna Rivera, a sophomore Business Management major from North Babylon, NY. “We just restarted the Latin American Student Organization and have more than 100 members already and we all feel like family. It makes me so happy.”

“Over my time here I have come to understand other people’s cultural backgrounds, and not just reinforce my own,” said Oscar Donilla, a Senior from Huntington Station, NY who is studying electrical engineering. “It’s a great thing to share someone else’s experience and feel welcomed by it.”

“Farmingdale is a true mix of backgrounds and ethnicities, representative of the changing demographics of our region,” said Dr. Nader.

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