June 19, 2024 Islip

STEAM Club Builds Chairs Strong Enough For A Principal

STEAM CLUB BUILDS STRONG CHAIRS - Students in the fifth grade STEAM Club at East Islip’s Ruth C. Kinney Elementary School put their engineering skills to the test to make chairs that would hold Principal Janet Jones. “The students could only use cardboard-type items to make a chair strong enough to hold me, and most of the chairs did just that,” Jones said. “Some even included arm and foot rests!” Photos courtesy of East Islip School District

East Islip High School Unveils Wall Of Honor Display

WALL OF HONOR DISPLAY - East Islip High School unveiled its new Wall of Honor video display honoring local veterans, current military service members and those killed in action. Photo courtesy of East Islip School District

East Islip High School recently unveiled its new Wall of Honor video display honoring local veterans, current military service members and those killed in action. The friends and family of two veterans and East Islip alumni – Sgt. Craig B. Gariepy (died 1967 in the Vietnam War) and Robert Pope (died 2005 in Operation Iraqi Freedom) – were invited to cut the ribbon on the Wall of Honor, and Gariepy’s daughter began the display’s slide show.

The flag for the wall was provided by U.S. Rep. Andrew Garbarino, who had it flown over the capital for the school, and was presented by the congressman’s assistant, Lindsey Ekizian. The installation was facilitated by Assemblyman Jarett Gandolfo. Guests attending the ceremony included Town of Islip Supervisor Angie Carpenter and Suffolk County Legislator Trish Bergin, and members of Amvets Post 18 were on hand to present the colors. Principal Mark Bernard also introduced three current East Islip seniors who are joining the

military after graduation: Valerie Nolasco (Air Force), Ryan Penafiel (Marine Corps) and Christian Yela (Marine Reserves).

“As the proud superintendent of schools and a member of the Army Reserves, I am honored to serve this incredible community we are a part of,” Superintendent Paul Manzo said. “The unveiling of the Wall of Honor is not just a collection of names; it symbolizes our commitment to the spirit of service and the lasting legacy of sacrifice that defines our nation. The outpouring of support from our local leaders and the East Islip community truly reflects the appreciation and respect we hold for all our service members.”

“Today we gather to pay tribute to those who have served, those who are serving and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom,” Bernard said. “We extend our deepest gratitude to Assemblyman Gandolfo for championing this initiative, and to all the individuals who contributed their time, resources and passion

to bring this memorial to fruition. It stands as a testament to our collective appreciation for the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. As we unveil this memorial, let us take a moment to reflect on the profound sacrifices made by those who have served. Their courage, valor and selflessness have safeguarded the freedoms we hold dear. We honor their dedication to duty and their enduring commitment to protecting our nation and its ideals. Today, as we stand before this memorial, let us pledge to never forget the sacrifices of our veterans. May this Wall of Honor serve as a symbol of gratitude, remembrance and inspiration for generations to come. Thank you to all who have made this possible, and may we always uphold the values for which our veterans have fought so bravely. We will continue to add East Islip graduates to this display as we recognize these men and women who have served this great nation.”

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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. Frank Frizalone is a powerhouse entertainer renowned for his signature style inspired by legendary recording artists such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and Dean Martin. With his uncanny resemblance to the “Chairman of the Board,” Frizalone will transport you to a time when Sinatra ruled the stage, and his music was the sound of the era. Dorian Clara is a true talent, enchanting audiences for over three decades with her incredible voice. Together, Frizalone and Clara pay a heartfelt tribute to these musical icons, breathing new life into their most beloved hits. Don’t miss this captivating journey back in time, filled with soulful performances and oldstyle nightclub entertainment. For more information, please call 631-581-2700 or visit https://www.baywayartscenter.com

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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.

GIFT IDEAS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

After commencement ceremonies, graduation parties will soon follow. For party guests, that means finding the right gifts for grads!

Some high school graduates will continue their studies at colleges and universities. Others may pursue careers in various trades. Still, some graduates may be ready to enter the workforce right away. No matter the direction, these gifts can treat graduates to something special.

Travel accessories

Graduates may want to go on a trip before they take the next step in their lives. Quality travel gear is a worthy investment. Select luggage that won’t exceed airport carry-on limits so grads can cut the baggage check lines when they dart away to locales near or far. Carry-on bags also fit easily in bus cargo areas or in the trunks of cars. Pair the gifts with standard or digital luggage tags.

Streaming TV device

While it’s certainly possible to watch favorite shows or films on mobile devices, viewing is that much clearer

on televisions. Rather than graduates having to invest in cable television wherever they go, streaming devices like AppleTV or Roku are portable, which means they can be used at home, in a dorm room or on vacation.

Secured credit card

Individuals typically are eligible to apply for credit cards once they reach age 18, which is the age most students are when they graduate high school. Credit cards are one method of establishing solid credit, so it can be beneficial for a teen to have one. But it can be challenging for individuals with no credit histories to get approval. A secured card, according to CapitalOne, is a credit card that requires money deposited with the credit card issuer in order to open the account. This security deposit is held by the issuer as long as the account is open. Often the security deposit is the same as the credit limit. Gift-givers can help establish secured cards for grads by providing the funds for the security deposits.

Wireless earbuds or headphones

Upgrade grads’ audio with the newest

wireless earbuds or headphones. This way they can take them to the gym or use them to listen to shows or music while sharing spaces with others, including college roommates.

Smartphone wallet case

Teenagers are seldom without their phones. A smartphone wallet case enables graduates to stash IDs, credit or debit cards and some cash into specially designed pockets built into the phone cases. This keeps all essentials in one spot.

Framed memorabilia

Whether a graduate was a star athlete or a premier member of the marching band, gift-givers can provide special memories of time spent in school. Frame ticket stubs, sports jerseys, show programs, or other memorabilia that commemorates a graduate’s glory days at their alma mater.

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Years Of State Parks On Long Island Family-Friendly Festival To Be Held On June 22 At Heckscher

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

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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Summer is a great time to enjoy recreational activities that take advantage of the great outdoors. This year summer arrives on June 20 with the summer solstice, which features the most hours of daylight of any day for the entire year. Celebrants who want to usher in another summer of fun in the sun can embrace these ideas for commemorating the start of summer.

• Watch the sunrise. Get up early and watch the sun come up on the longest day of the year. Then be sure to catch the sunset to enjoy every

Fun Ways To Celebrate The Summer Solstice

minute of daylight.

• Host a cookout. Memorial Day, Canada Day and Independence Day get most of the barbecue glory this time of year. But there’s nothing that says the first day of summer shouldn’t be a reason to gather friends and family for a cookout. June 20 falls on a Thursday this year, so the solstice provides the perfect excuse to take a four-day weekend and celebrate the official arrival of summer.

• Light a campfire.

Traditional Mid-

summer’s Eve/summer solstice celebrations featured bonfires. Hold on to the tradition by gathering people around a campfire or backyard firepit. S’mores make the perfect complement to a campfire scene.

• Grab some ice cream. Cool off on the summer solstice by visiting a nearby ice cream shop and indulge in a sundae or triple-decker cone.

• Go on a nature hike. Enjoy the great outdoors with a relaxing hike through a park or nature trail.

• Participate in a beach

clean-up. Make a beach trip even more enjoyable by signing up for a clean-up to clear the sand of litter. Organize an impromptu beach clean-up session either solo or with some likeminded friends.

• Pick fresh fruit. Many berries come into season in the summer. Head to a nearby pick-your-own farm and grab fresh fruit to enjoy right away or utilize your pickings in recipes.

• Plant a flower garden. Clean up garden beds or go to the nursery and grab some colorful

annuals to spruce up areas around the yard.

The summer solstice is an

opportunity to celebrate the arrival of summer and all the fun that comes with it.

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