December 11, 2024 Farmingdale South by Long Island Media Group

NEW YORK STATE SENATOR STEVE RHOADS ATTENDS

From The Desk Of Mayor Ralph Ekstrand

Welcome to Farmingdale Village - The Barnyard & LI McGrath’s! The Barnyard opened at 261 Main Street - serving Caribbean & Southern Cuisine for lunch, brunch & dinner. The Barnyard is located at the corner of Main Street & Conklin Street (former Grecian Grill). LI McGrath’s opened at 217 Main Street - a sister pub to McGrath’s in Galway, Ireland. The pub serves Irish and American fare, and features live music. LI McGrath’s was formerly “The Republic.” Congratulations to Dom & Xiomara Romain (The Barnyard) and to Sean Walsh, Ross Finn & Rich Chylstun (LI McGrath’s).

The Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce & the Main Street Alliance kicked off Small Business Holiday Season at Farmingdale Village Hall on 11/22, and held their annual Farmingdale Holiday Parade & Visits with Santa on 11/23. Thank you to the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce for all you do for the

Farmingdale community & businesses!!

Hundreds attended the parade & visits with Santa - what a spectacular holiday season kickoff! Special Thanks to Suzanne LoBiando, Jo Wider, FCC Board & Members, Farmingdale Fire Dept & Juniors, Local Officials, all spectators, participants, Farmingdale School District, Marching Band, Dalerettes, All troops, scouts, organizations, MB Dancers, SantaWalter Priestley, NC Police, Village staff & DPW / sponsors, media & all involved!

Toys For Tots

A holiday donation collection bin for Toys for Tots is located in the lobby at Farmingdale Village Hall. Donations can be dropped off Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm until 12/17.

Farmingdale Village in the shopping Category (Best Downtown & Customer Service), Best Chamber of Commerce (Farmingdale); ServicesFire Department (Village of Farmingdale). Plus Vote for restaurants, retail shops, schools & more Farmingdale/ Long Island favorites! Thank you for Voting Farmingdale Best Downtown - 9 out of the 10 past contests!

Voting is Open for the Bethpage Best of Long Island 2025 Contest through December 15th ~ Vote for Your Favorites 1X per day per person:

Farmingdale Village Public Meetings are held in the Village Courtroom at Village Hall, 361 Main Street. Members of the public may access upcoming meeting dates and more details on the Village website, www. farmingdalevillage.com.

On November 19th, Zuzu Pizza Bar was presented a $50,000 check by PSEG Long Island, a grant from the PSEG Main Street Revitalization Program. Formerly Peanuts Nursery School, the storefront at 202 Main Street was vacant and renovated into a beautiful pizza / Italian restaurant with catering/event spaces. Congratulations to the team at Zuzu/ Crossbarn! Photo courtesy of Marketing Masters NY

PSEG LONG ISLAND PRESENTS GRANT TO ZUZU PIZZA BAR -

CHRISTMAS EVE & NEW YEAR’S EVE

APPETIZERS (CHOOSE ONE)

PRIX-FIXE $59.95

Penne alla Vodka:

Verona Salad • Rice Balls • Stracciatella Soup • Mozzarella Capresse • Eggplant Rollatini

Artichoke Oreganata • Caesar Salad • Baked Clams • Pasta e Fagoli Soup

Pappardelle Bolognese:

Orecchiette alla Verona:

Fried Calamari (Traditional or Sweet Chili)

MAIN COURSE (CHOOSE ONE)

Shallots, Prosciutto, Vodka in Tomato Basil Sauce with a touch of cream

Authentic Meat Sauce topped with Ricotta Cheese

Imported Pasta Sautéed with Sausage, Sundried Tomatoes, Chick Peas, Rapini, Garlic and Oil

Chicken Valdostana:

Chicken Scarpariello:

Zucchini Linguini: (Vegan)

In a Spicy Marinara Sauce with Crispy Shitake Mushrooms

Porcini Risotto: (Vegetarian)

Pollo: (Choose Side: Penne or Vegetables)

Risotto Tossed in Porcini Mushroom Sauce, Topped with Shaved Parmesan

Francese, Parmigiana, Marsala, Toscana

Eggplant Parmesan:

Shrimp Scampi:

Baked in Marinara with Melted Mozzarella

Garlic, Butter, White Wine and Lemon, Served Over Risotto with Vegetables

Breaded Breast of Chicken Topped with Prosciutto, Melted Mozzarella, Porcini Sauce, Served with Roasted Potatoes & Vegetables

Oven Roasted off the Bone with Sausage, Peppers, Mushrooms, Rosemary

Grilled Pork Chop:

Sole Portoﬁno:

Salmon Fiorentina:

DESSERTS (CHOOSE ONE)

Pick Entrée From Specials $9 Additonal With Premium Prix Fixe

Topped with Mushrooms, Onions ,Cherry Peppers, Served-Roasted Potato, Vegetables

Parmesan Encrusted in Lemon White Wine Sauce, Served with Risotto

Fersh Salmon pan seared in lemon beurre blanc served over Spinach

Veal: (Choose Side: Penne or Vegetables)

Marsala, Parmigiana, Sorrentino, Piccatta

Branzino Oreganata (Add $6):

Crispy Duck (Add $6):

Steak (Add $9):

Fresh Mediterranean Sea Bass Topped with Seasoned Breadcrumbs in a Lemon White Wine Sauce with Shrimp

Squid Ink Linguini (Add $6):

Tossed with Mussels, Calamari, Shrimp, Broccoli Rabe, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic & EVOO

Fresh Long Island Duck in an Orange Cranberry Glaze Served with Wild Rice & Vegetables

Grilled, Topped with Asparagus and Melted Mozzarella in Barolo Wine Sauce Served with Onion Rings

Cannoli • Flourless Chocolate Cake • Tiramisu

Santa’s Mailboxes Have Arrived In Town Offices

Town Open

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Lou Imbroto announce that the Town’s outdoor ice skating rinks at Marjorie R. Post and SyossetWoodbury Community Parks are open for the season and remain open through Sunday, February 23rd.

“Ice skating is a fun activity for residents of all ages to enjoy, and the Town’s outdoor ice rinks provide the perfect setting to relax, unwind, and take in the wonderful winter

atmosphere,” said Councilman Imbroto.

“Our outdoor ice rink facilities are the perfect antidote to combating cabin fever during the winter months, and are the ideal way to help make coping with the cold fun and enjoyable!”

For residents wishing to take advantage of ice skating but do not wish to be outdoors, the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center is open year-round and is located at 1001 Stewart Ave. in Bethpage. Indoor skating is open to the public seven

days a week, with special extended hours on most holidays and school breaks. For a full list of hours, visit the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown. com/ice.

For information on schedules, fees and rink programs, call (516) 797-7990 for the Marjorie Post Park Outdoor Rink or (516) 677-5990 for the Syosset-Woodbury Park Outdoor Rink. All information is available on the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown. com/ice.

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announce that children can send their ‘holiday wish list’ directly to Old St. Nick at the North Pole through a special network of Santa’s Mailboxes which arrived in Town facilities from the North Pole. Mailboxes will accept letters now through Monday, December 16th. The Town of Oyster Bay will forward letters to Santa at the North Pole. Letters received by Monday, December 16th with a legible name and return address will be answered by Santa before the holiday. No postage is necessary. Colorful red mailboxes will be accessible during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.) at the following locations: Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa Ice Skating Center, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage

For more information about Santa’s Mailboxes, call (516) 624-6380 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

CLUES ACROSS

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6. Sino-Soviet block (abbr.)

9. Brainstem part

13. Town in New York state

14. Little (Spanish)

15. Continent

16. Retch

17. Short-billed rails

18. Small period of time (abbr.)

19. Confused

21. A team needs one

22. Woman in ancient times

23. Republican Party

CLUES DOWN

1. One-time Aaron Rodgers target

2. Wings

3. Overly studious person

4. They protect your valuables

5. The Volunteer State

6. Non-hydraulic cement

7. Horse mackerel

8. Jackson and Diddley are two

9. Splendid displays

10. Mountain in NE Greece

11. A daughter or your brother or sister

12. German surname

14. Having more than one husband at a time

24. Spanish be 25. “The Godfather” character Johnny 28. Not around 29. City in Zambia 31. A type of beginning 33. Numb 36. Gurus

38. Small, gray-headed crow 39. Vehicle type 41. Disorders

44. One point east of southeast 45. Indian soldier

46. Tree type

48. Midway between south and southeast

17. Romanian city

20. Energy 21. Makes less hot

23. Gas diffusion electrode

25. Former CIA

26. Set an example for others 27. Support of a particular person 29. One from the Big Apple 30. Mountain range

32. Violate the sanctity of something 34. Supervises ﬂying

Talks 37. Persian male given name 40. Born of

49. It cools your home 51. Corn comes on it 52. Ship’s deck 54. A way to bake 56. Improvised 60. Butterﬂy genus 61. Baseball ﬁelds have them 62. Designated space 63. Discharge 64. Two of something 65. Once more 66. Part of your face 67. Tax collector 68. Cassia tree

42. Forcibly take one’s possessions

43. Discounts

Knockouts

Posh Colorado destination

Form of therapy

British rock band

Type of virus (abbr.)

The U. of Miami mascot is one

Volcanic crater

Middle Eastern nation

Sinn __, Irish organization

Ethiopian

Women’s Club Of Farmingdale Donates To Farmingdale Public Library’s Triple P Program

On Wednesday, November 20, WCF President Lynda Leone presented Farmingdale Public Library Director Christa Lucarelli with a check for $750 to support the library’s Triple P Program (Peer Pal Program). The Triple P Program (Peer Pal Program) pairs individuals

with special needs with neurotypical teen volunteers for an hour of fun activities such as music therapy, game playing, arts & crafts, therapy dogs, cooking, karaoke, video game playing and physical fitness all designed to encourage teamwork, socialization and acceptance. Participants

are paired with “buddies” that are close in age, in the same grade level or share similar interests and who can guide them happily and successfully through the activities in a loosely structured environment. For more information, please contact Library Director Christa Lucarelli at 516-

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On October 30, Women’s Club of Farmingdale (WCF) Welfare Committee Chair Rosemary Emigholz and members visited Epic House in Farmingdale to drop off several baskets of homemade goodies, chocolate pumpkin pops and small squeeze balls for the residents. Epic House provides services for children and adults including day services, developmental disabilities clinical care, mental health clinics and community habilitation. They have 17 residential homes in Nassau and Suffolk counties. For more information: www.epicli. org .

The Women’s Club of Farmingdale, a local philanthropic organization, is always interested in welcoming new members. For more

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New York State Senator Steve Rhoads Recognizes A State Trooper And Firefighter For Their Courageous Acts

Recently New York State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilman Tom Hand, and American Legion Post 449 to recognize two incredible first responders.

New York State Trooper Salvatore Randazzo was involved in a lifesaving

intervention in a Wantagh overdose incident in July which exemplifies his leadership and dedication, warranting his promotion to Investigator. Firefighter/ EMT Aaron Abrahamsen heroically rescued a man from train tracks in Farmingdale last year,

making him an invaluable asset to the Farmingdale Fire Department and the community. These two consistently demonstrate outstanding bravery and courage, and Senator Rhoads thanked them both for keeping the community safe.

Submitted by Maria Ortolani, Publicity Chair

L-R: WCF Pres Lynda Leone, Farmingdale Library Dir. Christa Lucarelli, Tina Diamond

Councilman Imbroto Urges Residents To Give The Gift

Of Life By Donating Blood On December 23rd

With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Councilman Lou Imbroto invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Monday, December 23rd from 1pm to 7pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.

Councilman Imbroto 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 three months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that 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 www.oysterbaytown.com/ blooddrive

DECEMBER HAPPENINGS

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11th

2:30AM-5:00PM THE HELPING HANDS

35TH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE

The Toy Drive will be held at 944 West Bay drive or the BBEA clubhouse - block of Villa Monaco in West Islip. For more information, please contact contact Jennifergalllozzi@gmail.com or to make a donation visit https://www. paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_ id=Q84FKWW5F42DW

FRIDAY, DEC. 13th

7:30PM

A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CHRISTMAS CAROL

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Islip will bring people together to experience a vibrant performance of “A Christmas Carol,” performed with the music of Gilbert & Sullivan. The production takes place in the church’s Fenton Hall. Presented in tandem with the Islip Arts Council. Proceeds will go to the church’s music ministry. Seating is limited. To purchase tickets, please visit. https:// stmarksislip.org or call 631-581-4950 – or come into the ofﬁce. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-1:00PM

SATURDAY, DEC. 14TH

10:00AM-3:00PM

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

Islip United Methodist Church will be hosting their Annual Christmas Craft Fair at 350 Main Street in Islip. Lots of Homemade items, Jewelry, Antiques, Rafﬂes, Baked Goods, lunch and so much more. For more information, please call 631-581-7663

HOLIDAYS

3rd - Giving Tuesday

21st - Winter begins 25th - Christmas Hanukkah begins at sundown

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3:00PM CONCERT OF SACRED CHRISTMAS MUSIC

Grace United Methodist Church will be hosting a Concert of Sacred Christmas Music. Featuring soprano soloist Kathryn Wilson. A free-will offering will be taken. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690

4:00PM-10:00PM FARMINGDALE UGLY SWEATER BAR CRAWL

The Coop Nashville Kitchen Bar and Lounge, 342 Main Street in Farmingdale. Get ready to don your ugliest holiday sweaters and join us for the ultimate festive adventure on December 14th! This is more than just a bar crawl-it's an Ugly Sweater extravaganza where locals and visitors come together to celebrate the holiday season in style. Email: Info@pubcrawls.com

9:30AM-11:00AM

SANTA AND FRIENDS BREAKFAST

United Skates of America 1276 Hicksville Rd. in Seaford. This is a non-skating event that includes a breakfast buffet and a special meeting with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Frosty and a Gingerbread Man! Wear your cutest holiday pajamas and have some good old fashioned fun! For more information, please call 516-795-5474

10:30AM-3:00PM BABYLON CHRISTMAS MARKET

Village Gazebo & Bayman Park

The Babylon Beautification Society is pleased to host this outdoor Christmas Market, featuring over 90 vendors selling fine and unique gifts. Plus, enjoy food and beverages for sale in the Gazebo area. The rain date for the event is December 15. Visit babylonbeautification.org for more information

THROUGH DEC. 31st

8:00AM-6:00PM

CHRISTMAS AT HICKS

Pictures with Santa, every day through December 23. Make sure to bring your own camera for pictures. A walkthrough Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! A festive animated story for the young and young at heart! Please bring your donation of a non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and drop off at the end of your walkthrough. 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. For more information, please call 516-334-0066

THROUGH JAN. 02, 2025

10:00AM-3:00PM

CHRISTMAS HOUSE LONG ISLAND

If you are looking for an exciting and fun, indoor family holiday attraction, Christmas House Long Island is now open daily at the Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway in Hicksville. This unique 45+ minute walk-through features interactive and imaginative experiences that will delight people of all ages! For more information, please call 516-878-0273

• ICE CREAM

• CEREAL SHAKE

• SAUCERS

• COOKIE BOWL

• WAFFLE BOAT

(1 SCOOP OF ICE CREAM, 2 WAFFLE STICKS, 3 TOPPINGS)

• WAFFLE YACHT

(2 SCOOPS OF ICE CREAM, 4 WAFFLE STICKS, 3 TOPPINGS)

• BROWNIE BOWL

(1 BROWNIE, 1 SCOOP OF ICE CREAM, 3 TOPPINGS) • ICE CREAM ICED COFFEE

• ICED COFFEE

• FROZEN COFFEE

• HOT COFFEE

• AFFOGATO

• ESPRESSO

• CREPES

• ITALIAN ICES

FLAVORS - FRENCH VANILLA, CARAMEL, HAZELNUT, IRISH CREAM

EACH CUSTOMIZABLE TO YOUR PREFERENCE IN TOPPINGS AND FLAVORS

TOPPINGS

• RAINBOW SPRINKLES

• WHIPPED CREAM

• CRUNCHIES

• CHOCOLATE CHIPS

• REESE’S PIECES

• PEANUT BUTTER CHIPS

• CHOCOLATE SPRINKLES

• MINI M&M’S

CEREAL

• FRUITY PEBBLES

• COOKIE CRISP

• CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH

• OREO CRUMBLE

• WET WALNUTS

• CHERRIES

• MINI REESE’S CUPS

• STRAWBERRY

• COOKIE DOUGH BITES

• CRUSHED PEANUTS

• CHOCOLATE SYRUP • CARAMEL

• PEANUT BUTTER SAUCE

• NUTELLA • FLUFF

• RASPBERRY • DOLCE DE LECHE

• COOKIE BUTTER SAUCE

Giving Back And Spreading Joy To Hospitalized Children

The holiday will be brighter for children at Cohen Children’s Medical Center thanks to the third annual collaboration between Mangano Family Funeral Homes and the Deer Park Fire Department.

Mangano Family Funeral Homes owner Sal Mangano says “This effort began 3 years ago and was spearheaded by Joseph Baggio, a local young man who is a cancer survivor. He is former patient at Cohen

who was looking to ‘Pay it forward’. We are proud to partner with him.”

Cohen Children’s Medical Center provides the very best care to meet the special needs of sick children ranging in age

Bird Walk At Jones Beach

Join the South Shore Audubon Society for a bird walk at Mill Pond Park in Wantagh, starting at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 1 . The Park is on the north side of Merrick Road, 4 blocks west of the Wantagh State

Parkway . The group will meet at the gazebo. Bring binoculars. 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.

To register, text your name and contact information to 516 4679498. Rain, snow or temperature below 25 degrees F will cancel the bird walk. Text regarding questionable conditions.

from premature babies to adolescents. The 206-bed hospital opened in 1983 as the NY Metro area’s only hospital exclusively for children. Today, they are the largest provider of pediatric healthcare services in NY State.

This year as an added incentive to donate, Family Florist of Deer Park is giving $10 gift cards to anyone who donates a toy at Mangano Family Funeral Home drop off location to support this year’s drive.

Mangano credits the generosity of Deer Park residents and surrounding communities for making this toy drive so successful year after year.

Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be dropped at the following locations through December 14, 2024: Deer Park Fire Department- 94 Lake Ave, Deer Park Mangano Family Funeral Home- 1701 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park

The Works Barbershop1941 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park

For more information

please call Mangano Family Funeral Home at 631-5863600.

About Mangano Family Funeral Homes

With over 100 years in operation as a familyowned business, Mangano

Family Funeral Homes provide families and their loved ones with caring and compassionate service in their time of need. To learn more please visit www. manganofh.com

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