September 13, 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.

Grants | Rebates | Incentives | Assessments | Community Support

For more information, visit PSEGLINY.com/EcoDev

Walsh Urges Residents To Give The Gift Of Life By Donating Blood On

With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh and Supervisor Joseph Saladino invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Tuesday, September

September 26th

26th from 1pm to 7pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.

Councilwoman Walsh stated, “Blood supplies are critically needed for local hospitals to meet the demand and continue saving lives. Please

consider participating in this blood drive to help bolster our blood banks and ensure as many people as possible can be helped. Together, we can give the gift of life though a simple blood donation.”

Appointments are preferred for the Town’s Blood Drive. To qualify as a donor, a person must be between the ages of 17 and 75 years old (16 with parental permission and 76 or older with a doctor’s note), weigh at least 110 pounds and not have donated blood within the last 56 days. Anyone who received a tattoo within the past 12 months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that

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2 year old male gray and white Tuxedo. Playful & adorable.

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old male Chihuahua mix. Looking for someone to embrace him.

old silver Tabby. Socialized and used to being kissed on the forehead.

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year old female. Sweet, affectionate and gentle girl seeking love.

September Happenings

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

6:00PM-9:00PM

ISLIP'S BAY HERITAGE PROGRAM

The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will present "Islip's Bay Heritage" at the Islip Public Library. A moderator will be coordinating a panel of lifelong Islipians who have made their living or have a home on the Great South Bay. Questions for the panel are welcome. For more information visit isliphamlethistory.org or call 631-559-2915.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

7:00PM

THE HISTORY OF AMITYVILLE

The Seaford Historical Society presents the history of Amityville which will be presented by Joe Guidice of the Amityville Historical Society. Admission is free to members. All others $5. For more information visit seafordhistoricalsociety.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

8:00AM-3:00PM

FOOD COLLECTION DRIVE

PSEG Long Island’s Power to Feed Long Island summer food collection drive comes to West Babylon. Food collection bins and a drive-through option will be set up at the Stop & Shop supermarket at 575 West Montauk Highway, West Babylon, where members of the public can donate nonperishable items and household essentials for neighbors facing food insecurity.For additional information on Power to Feed Long Island, visit psegliny.com/feedLI.

6:00PM-10:00PM

LI FAMILY FESTIVAL

Hosted by Copiague Chamber of Commerce, held at Tanner Park. The

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.

festival will be held until September 17th. For more information visit lifamilyfestival.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

10:00AM-4:00PM

CRAFT AND ANTIQUE FAIR

The Kiwanis Club of Amityville is having their annual Craft & Antique Fair at the Amityville Beach Pappas Pavilion. There will be refreshments and raffles. Email AmityvilleKiwanisCraftFair@gmail.com for more information.

1:00PM-5:00PM

ST. BERNARD'S SCHOOL REUNION

Open to anyone who attended, graduated or worked at the school in Levittown. $65 includes hot buffet lunch. Please respond at reunion@stbernarchurch.org.

7:00PM-9:00PM

BOB ROSS PAINT NIGHT

Paint like Bob Ross in a day at Danford's Hotel & Marina. No prior experience. This is a step-by-step process. All material included. Children are welcome. $45 per person. Please call to reserve at 631-252-1425.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

9:00AM-3:30PM

COMMUNITY DAY AND VETERANS CAR SHOW

The Kiwanis Club of the Islips and Bay Shore is having a Community Day and Veterans Car Show at the Islip Town Hall Parking Lot. For more information contact Sandy at 631-882-4994 or by email at sandyflandina@hotmail.com.

11:00AM OMPAHFEST 2023

Plattduetsche Volksfest Vereen is hosting Ompahfest 2023 at Plattduetsche Park Biergarten in Franklin Square. $12 adults, Kids 12 and under are free! For more information call 516-354-3131 or visit parkrestaurant.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

9:00AM-3:00PM

2023 ANNUAL CHURCH FAIR

First Presbyterian Church of Greenlawn will host their annual church fair. For more information call 631-261-2150 or please email fpcgoffice@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

9:00AM-3:00PM

FALL YARD SALE

The Yaphank Historical Society seeks vendors and shoppers for their annual fall yard sale on the grounds of the Robert & Isabella Hawkins House in Yaphank. (Rain date is Sept 24). Shopper admission is free, Vendor Fee is still only $10 per spot. First come, first served; no reservations. For questions call 631924-4803 or visit yaphankhistorical. org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

10:00AM-4:00PM

HARVEST FAIR

The Seaford Historical Society will host their annual Harvest Fair. Pumpkins, mums, vendors, baked goods, hot dogs, raffles and fifty fifty. Grand Prize is $500. This is their annual fundraiser to help support their museum built in 1893. The museum will continue to be open the 1st and 3rd Saturday of September with activities for the children. For more information visit seafordhistoricalsociety.org.

Your Autumn Family Getaway Awaits

Rally Sunday & Blessing Of Backpacks

The Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street, invites everyone to their Rally Sunday on September 17, 2023, at 9:30AM, followed by the Blessing of Backpacks and refreshments at 11:00AM. All students are welcome!

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donors eat well (low fat) and drink fluids in the days before the Blood Drive. Additionally, all donors will receive a voucher for a free Blizzard at Dairy Queen.

Town Supervisor

Joseph Saladino added, “It’s quick, easy, and safe to donate a single pint of blood which can save up to three lives. Donating blood at the Hicksville Athletic Center, is an incredible way for all of us to pitch

in and give back, to help ease the burden of our Healthcare Heroes as they continue to provide lifesaving efforts.”

For additional information regarding

the Town’s Blood Drive, contact (516) 624-6380. To make an appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at https://bit.ly/43OzKwq

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It’s All About Art!!

The Arts Are Alive And Thriving In Farmingdale Village! Art In The Park Outdoor Show & Sale

“On The Village Green” Sunday, September 17th Over 20 Artists Expected, Including Legendary Long Island Artist Elaine Faith Thompson – Free To Exhibit Original Artwork, Free To Attend The Event

The Arts are alive and thriving in Farmingdale Village! Join the community at Farmingdale’s Art in the Park on Sunday, September 17th, 11 am-3 pm “On the Village Green”, 361 Main Street – Free to exhibit original artwork and free to attend, rain date Sunday, September 24th!

Farmingdale’s 12th “Art in the Park” will feature approximately 20 magnificent artists exhibiting and selling their artwork. The Legendary Long Island artist, Elaine Faith Thompson, is returning to Farmingdale’s Art in the Park. Elaine’s artwork has been commissioned and recognized by levels of government and still continues. Elaine’s paintings include the 2009 U.S. Open Bethpage Golf Tournament, the 2019 PGA Championship, Long

Island Lighthouses, Elvis Presley; a painting of George Washington in the Chapel of the U.S. Capitol praying for his troops, among others.

Come meet these special Long Island artists and enjoy their magnificent artwork displayed “On the Farmingdale Village Green.” Art in the Park is a juried art show, featuring a wonderful array of original artwork on display; ribbons and prizes will be awarded.

Also, enjoy the magnificent Children’s Clothesline Artwork display. For more event details and to view the artist application, visit, www.farmingdalevillage.com community events web page, call Village Hall, 516-249-0093, ext. 6, or view the Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/18xhyLd8g.

The weekly Sunday Farmers Market by Schneider’s Farms, will be held from 10am – 2pm in conjunction with Art in the Park on Sunday September 17th, relocating to Main Street in front of the Firehouse. Therefore, Main Street will be closed from Prospect Street to the parking lot # 4 entrance near The Nutty Irishman, during the Farmers Market. Thanks to Fran Rotundo and the Farmingdale Village Cultural Arts Committee for planning the Art in the Park event. While in the Village remember to shop and dine downtown! Follow Farmingdale Village Events on Facebook: @ farmingdale11735, Instagram: @ farmingdalevillagenyevents. Farmingdale Village… The Place to Be! Long Island’s Downtown Destination!

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Empowering The Future

Farmingdale Students Delighted With Free Books And School Supplies

It is heartwarming to see corporate volunteers like KPMG positively impacting their local communities.

Farmingdale elementary students attending the summer literacy programs hosted at Saltzman East Memorial and Woodward Parkway Elementary

Schools were visited by KPMG volunteers on August 1, 2023, to celebrate Community Impact Day. The efforts put forth by KPMG volunteers to bring joy and learning to these young Dalers are commendable.

The “healthy kits” distribution included books,

school supplies, a jump rope, and bags was a brilliant move to promote healthy habits and a love of learning among young students. It is inspiring to see how a small gesture like this can make such a significant impact on the lives of young children. Moreover, the children’s

participation in yoga and making Kindness Stones was a great way to entertain and educate them. This event was a perfect example of how learning can be made fun and interactive.

The administrators’ dedication to providing students with opportunities

to succeed both academically and personally is admirable. By sustaining reading abilities during summer breaks, academic performance can be significantly boosted, giving students a better chance at success.

Overall, the event was

a great success, and it is heartening to know that the administrators plan to continue hosting it annually. Kudos to KPMG volunteers and the program administrators for their efforts in bringing joy and learning to young students.

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STUDENTS PROUDLY DISPLAY NEW BOOKS - Excited students proudly display their new books. Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale School District

TO PLACE YOUR AD IN THE CLASSIFIEDS CALL 631-226-2636

Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center Art Expression Program By ADRC Culminates In A Touching Art Exhibit In Honor Of World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21, 2023

The Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center (ADRC) is proud to announce an inspiring Art Exhibit in collaboration with the Islip Arts Council in Bay Shore, New York. Artwork will be showcased beginning September 18 –September 30 from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. A reception recognizing the artists with their family members will be held on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 1:00 pm at the Art Gallery located in the Westfield Shopping Center, Bay Shore, NY at the end by DICK’S Sporting Goods. This exhibition marks the culmination of a yearlong art program, for over 100 local artists, that has spanned multiple sites across Long Island.

The Art Expression Program, a cornerstone initiative of ADRC, has

provided a profound avenue for individuals to engage their minds through the transformative power of art. This innovative program has consistently aimed to achieve the following objectives:

• Facilitating Communication through Diverse Art Forms: Participants are encouraged to communicate their thoughts and emotions through a wide array of artistic mediums, fostering connections beyond words.

• Mind Stimulation through Creative Creation: The act of creation stimulates participants’ cognitive faculties, invigorating their mental capacities.

• Boosting Self-Esteem through Relational Bonds: The program has

nurtured self-esteem by fostering meaningful relationships and interactions within a supportive community.

• Celebrating Artistic Diversity: ADRC embraces and celebrates every artwork created by participants, recognizing the uniqueness and personal stories behind each piece.

In the eloquent words of Therapy Techniques

Using the Creative Arts (2002), “The creative arts stimulate our senses, our bodies, our thoughts, and feelings. For a period, we transcend the bounds of time, space, and physical limitations. Outside our normal realm of existence, we are free to think, feel, and express what seems natural to us.”

Each artwork on

display carries the weight of unique memories, rekindling a tapestry of lived experiences.

ADRC is a grassroots 501c3 nonprofit organization that offers FREE services and programs to families throughout Long Island. Our mission is to provide care, support, and educational programs for families in need, and to be advocates for local families who are coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. All funds raised stay on Long Island. In 2022, ADRC served over 1000 families with care consultations, support groups, educational workshops, and therapy programs.

For more information about ADRC and the upcoming Art Exhibit, please visit www.adrcinc.