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“RARE”
GREAT FOR SMALLER GATHERINGS! Feeds 12 people and includes the following:
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
• Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage Ring
• USDA Prime Marinated London Broil
• 12 USDA Prime Sirloin Sliders
• 12 USDA GRADE A Chicken Skewers
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• Marinated Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• Sugar Sweet Local Corn On The Cob
“WELL-DONE”
An impressive 6 protein package featuring filet mignon, shrimp kebabs & more!
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
• Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage
• Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• USDA Black Angus Filet Mignon Steaks
• Boar’s Head Hot Dogs, All Natural CHOICE OF:
USDA Prime Sirloin Burgers or USDA Grade A Chicken Burgers
USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers or All Natural Jumbo Shrimp Kebabs
CHOOSE THREE SIDES:
Massapequa Chamber Enjoys A Great Night At Park After Dark
The Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequa’s had a fantastic time participating in the Park After Dark event in the Village of Massapequa Park. Chamber members were proud to be part of this vibrant community gathering, meeting with residents and local businesses
while hosting an informational table filled with giveaways and smiles.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to Mayor Daniel Pearl and the Village Trustees for organizing such a well-attended and enjoyable evening. Events like this truly highlight
the spirit of Massapequa Park and the importance of supporting local initiatives and businesses. We look forward to participating again and continuing to support the wonderful events that bring our community together!
Sal Polito - 1st Vice President, Scott Wiss, Fran Straw, Madeline Strasser, Robin Hepworth - President, Tina Schiafino - Deputy Mayor, Todd Svec - Village Trustee, and Michael Livingston
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Savor A Summer Fruit Salad--Peachy Tomato Salad
Even as summer winds down, there tends to be plenty of time to reap the rewards of backyard gardens and warmweather entertaining. Refreshing salads are favored at such gatherings, and the interesting pairing of peaches and tomatoes makes the most of these fruits when they’re at their peak. Sweet and savory flavors combine in this recipe for “Peachy Tomato Salad” courtesy of “The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook” (Rockridge University Press). This delicious side pairs best with grilled fare.
Serves 2
2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
2 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
1⁄2 red onion, thinly sliced
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
DIRECTIONS:
Toss the peaches, tomatoes and red onion in a large bowl. Season to taste. Add the olive oil and lemon juice, and gently toss. Serve at room temperature.
JULY HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30th
10:00AM-12:00PM
TOUCH-A-TRUCK
At Emma Clark Library 120 Main Street in Setauket. For families with children up to 5th grade. Free Event. Check out vehicles from different community organizations. In the case of inclement weather, please call Emma Clark Library ahead of time: 631.941.4080. Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
2:00PM
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
At the Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park, Great River. Buddy Merriam will be performng. For more information visit Isliparts.org, or call 631-888-3525
5:30PM-7:30PM
TEENS DUNGEONS & DRAGONS at the Babylon Public Library 24 S. Carll Ave.
Join us in the library for Dungeons & Dragons! Build a character, choose your weapons, and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice. New and experienced players welcome! Grades 6-12. Registration required. For more information, please call Erin White 631-669-1624
6:30PM-8:30PM
TAP ROOM GOES PURPLE TO END ALZHEIMER'S
The Alzheimer's Association Long Island Chapter is excited to partner with Tap Room for an awareness
HOLIDAYS
4th - INDEPENDENCE DAY
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 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
event. Tap Room, 206 Main Street in Farmingdale. Enjoy complimentary appetizers while you learn about: Free programs and services provided by the Alzheimer’s Association, the latest updates on Alzheimer’s research and treatments, ways you can get involved in any of our five Long Island Walks and volunteer Opportunities and valuable resources available. For more information, please call 646-793-4851
6:30PM-10:00PM 2025 WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUMMER SERIES
Eisenhower Park - Field 2, Parking Lot 2, in East Meadow. 7PM StartRain or Shine, 6:30PM Kids Fun Run Start. Long Island Road Running Club's ongoing commitment to quality racing, healthy choices and bringing friends & family together! For more information, please call 516-531-3323
6:30PM
STRAWBERRY FIELDS
BEATLES TRIBUTE
The Kiwanis Club of Copiague is hosting a fundraiser on July 30th, a Night of Music, Food and Friends. Amity Harbor Civic, 100 Western Concourse, Amity Harbor. $30 pp, pizza, wings, snacks, beer, wine & soda. Bring a lawn chair. RSVP Gene Murray 917-498-1781, or Mike Greb 631-835-7087
THURSDAY, JULY 31st
10:00AM-8:00PM
OLD WESTBURY GARDENS EXTENDED HOURS
Thursday, July 31, and Friday, August 1 They’re open late tonight —until 8pm! Come stroll the grounds, enjoy golden hour in the gardens, and soak in the beauty of a summer evening at Old Westbury Gardens. 71 Old Westbury Rd. in Old Westbury. For more information, visit info@ oldwestburygardens.org or call 516333-0048
11:00AM-1:00PM
FANTASTICAL SEA BEASTS & WHERE TO FIND THEM
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold Spring Harbor. No Registration Required Fire-breathing beasts! Galloping unicorns! Did you know that many mythic creatures featured in the Harry Potter world started their stories in the sea? For more information, please call 631-367-3418
6:00PM
THURSDAYS ON THE BAY
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 88 West Ave. in West Sayville. Thursdays on the Bay takes place at the Scenic Long Island Maritime Museum and is the perfect place to wind down. Bring a chair or a blanket and stay until sunset. 7/31 Tom Cilmi/ Country music. Free parking. For more information visit Isliparts.org, or call 631-888-3525
Massapequa Coast Teenage All-Star Teams Capture Championships
On June 26th, Massapequa Coast completed the Sweep of the Williamsport All-Star Teams Teenage Divisions for District 31. The 3 Championship Teams from Massapequa Coast now advance to the Long Island Finals for their 3 respective Divisions of play. The Seniors Williamsport All-Star team Captured the District 31 Championship sweeping their cross town rivals Massapequa International Little League in 2 well played games in the Best of 3 game Championship Series. Team Manager Keith Raleigh and his Coach Frank DelMaestro led the 12 man squad of James Belford, Luca Ciccia, Antonio DelMaestro,
Hunter Kennedy, Robert Meilak, Michael O’Neil, Jack Potucek, James Pramataris, James Raleigh, Nicholas Saporita, Michael Vomero and Jake White. The District Champs now advance to the Long Island Finals..
Coast’s Juniors Williamsport team won the District Championship in a stunning 1-0 victory over
Did You Know?
Scholastic sports can teach student-athletes valuable lessons they take with them for a lifetime, all the while engaging them in the thrill of competition. High school student-athletes may aspire to continue their playing careers in college, but data from the National Collegiate Athletic Association indicates only a small fraction of young people will get that chance. The NCAA reports that roughly eight million students currently participate in high school sports in the United States, while less than half a million athletes compete at the collegiate level. Football is among the most popular sports at both the high school and college level. Though more than one million student-athletes compete in high school football, data from a recent NCAA Sports Sponsorship and Participation Rates Report indicates that just a little more than 73,000 played college football during that school year.
Massapequa International. The Juniors All-Star team now advances to the Long Island Finals under Manager Mike Cracco and Assistant Coaches Kurt Amaya and Bryan Garcia..The 14 man roster is Kurt Amaya, Shane Boyle, Louis Cracco, Aidan Devine, Tommy Emrick, Emmett Fallon, Brian Fillinger, Gabriel Garcia,
Anthony Hosle, Justin Muscara, Mason Ricaurte, Jaxson Santiago, Robert Stork and Elijah Summers.. Massapequa Coast Intermediate Williamsport All-Star team defeated their cross town rivals in 2 very tough games 5-3 and 10-6 to capture the District 31 Championship. Team manager Craig Garland and his coaches Coaches Mike Scarry and Charlie Puricelli led the 12 man team comprised of Jacob Burgreen, Brian Diffendale, Matthew Franzese, Michael Johnson, Joseph LaBella, Ryan Love, Charles Puricelli, Keane Rimler, Michael Santopietro, Chase Santoro, Chase Vetro and Jackson Walsh.
Long Islanders Invited To Get Free Memory Screenings This Summer
Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Offering Free Memory Screenings At Its Barbara Rabinowitz
Education & Resource Center In Amityville Every Wednesday
Long Islanders can get free, confidential memory screenings this summer at the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) Barbara Rabinowitz Education and Resource Center, located at 149 Schleigel Blvd, in Amityville. Screenings will take place each Wednesday afternoon and are open to everyone, with no minimum age or insurance prerequisites. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 631223-4000.
Memory screenings are quick (approximately 1015 minutes), noninvasive, and consist of a series of questions to gauge memory, language, thinking skills and other cognitive functions. They are similar to other
routine health screenings, such as those for blood pressure, cholesterol, and skin checks. Screenings are administered one on one by a qualified professional, and results are confidential and provided immediately at the end of the screening. Results are not a diagnosis, but a memory screening can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.
Early detection of memory impairments is vital. Many different conditions can cause memory issues, including treatable or curable conditions such as vitamin deficiencies, thyroid disorders, urinary tract infections, sleep apnea, stress, anxiety, and depression.
Even in the case of a dementia-related illness such as Alzheimer’s, early detection can provide greater opportunity to begin treatments when they are most effective, as well as taking part in a clinical trial. In addition, it affords the person the chance to take advantage of community services, such as support groups and therapeutic programming, which can help maximize quality of life, as well as have a greater say in making legal, financial, and health care decisions. Residents wishing to get a free memory screening at AFA’s Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center this summer can call the Center at 631223-4000 to schedule an appointment.
NY Islanders ‘Learn To Play’ Hockey Clinic Coming Soon
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Andrew Monteleone announced recently that a special New York Islanders ‘Learn to Play’ Hockey Clinic is returning to the Town of Oyster for children ages 5 – 9 and includes 8 on-ice training sessions beginning on August 6th. Part of The Future Islanders Program, this ‘Learn to Play’ clinic introduces the game of hockey to young children and serves as a transition program for first-time players interested in house leagues.
“We are pleased to partner
with the New York Islanders to offer this exciting clinic for children looking to learn the fundamentals of hockey in a fun environment,” said Councilman Monteleone. “This Future Islanders program, taught by former players and coaching staff from the New York Islanders organization, includes hands-on training skills and all necessary equipment in the early stages of learning hockey.”
Sessions of the ‘Learn to Play’ clinic will be offered on Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m. or Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Town of Oyster Bay
Ice Skating Center, located at 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage. The program will run from August 6th through September 25th. Registration is $295 per child and includes full hockey equipment to first time participants (jersey, stick, gloves, helmet, skates, shoulder pads, pants, shin guards, equipment bag.) There will also be special appearances by Isles alumni Arron Asham and Radek Martinek.
Registration is now open and space is limited. For more information, please visit www.newyorkislanders. com/learntoplay or contact jocelyne.cummings@ newyorkislanders.com or call (516) 501-6764.
Identity Theft
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Special One-Stop Passport Weekend
To help residents looking to obtain new passports, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca announced that his office will offer a special one-stop Passport Weekend on Saturday, August 9th and Sunday, August 10th from 9am to 3pm at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa. Residents are required to book appointments in advance.
“Residents looking to apply for a new passport are invited to visit Town Hall during Passport Weekend to receive assistance,” said Town Clerk LaMarca. “We can help you with organizing your documents, obtaining a photo and submitting the documents for approval.”
Requirements for applying for a passport include:
• One 2x2 color photograph with a clear view of the applicant’s face against a plain white or light colored background. Photos will also be available for $10 at both Town Halls
North and South during Passport Weekend.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship – Previously issued undamaged U.S. passport, certified birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth, Naturalization Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship.
• Proof of Identity – Naturalization Certificate, Valid Driver’s License (cannot have been issued or renewed in the last six months), Current Government ID (city, state or federal), Current Military ID (military and dependents).
• This service does NOT apply to Adult Renewals unless your Passport is
expired for 5+ years. Town Clerk LaMarca has offices located at Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. Passport appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and during this special Passport Weekend. For appointments in Oyster Bay, please call (516) 6246324. For appointments in Massapequa, please call (516) 797-7962. For information on passport requirements and processing times, as well as instructions for passport renewals, visit www.travel.state.gov.
Residents Invited To Submit Photos For Town Publications
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand invites residents to submit photos taken in the Town of Oyster Bay to be considered for future use in Town publications.
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Massapequa Names Human Resources, World Language Leaders
“We accept photos yearround submitted by our residents which depict people, places, community events and scenery throughout our Town,” said Councilman Hand.
“We accept photos for the calendar, as well as other Town publications, including our website, social media pages and brochures.”
Councilman Hand noted that photos should be taken within the confines of the
Town of Oyster Bay. Digital submissions are preferred, but high-quality photos may also be submitted. Emailed photos should be sent to photos@oysterbayny.gov. Printed photos can be submitted to the Town’s Public Information Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay NY 11771. Residents should make sure their name, address, phone number and brief description of the photo are included with their submission. The photographer is responsible for the correct spelling of the names and subjects in the photos, as well as notifying subjects they may appear in a Town publication.
Discover The Orthodox Christian Church (English Language
The Orthodox Church offers you the authentic Christian Tradition maintained without innovation since Apostolic times, which fulfills life on a daily basis, not just on Sunday. We 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
Services)
is celebrated every Sunday at 9:30 AM (Hours at 9:00 AM) at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. Coffee hour follows the Divine Liturgy. Services are also streamed on https:// www.facebook.com/htocem. 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.
Did You Know?
New administrators in the Massapequa School District for the 2025-2026 school year include Yvonne Knott as assistant superintendent for human resources and general administration, left, and Katherine Kirschner as curriculum associate for world language and ENL. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
The Massapequa School District announces the appointment of two administrators for the 20252026 school year. Yvonne Knott is the district’s new assistant superintendent for human resources and general administration and Katherine Kirscher takes on the role of curriculum associate for world languages and ENL.
administrative certification from the College of New Rochelle. Ms. Knott expressed her gratitude to the Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. William Brennan for entrusting her with this very important role.
program in which students learned content in both English and Spanish. She helped write the program’s seventh, eighth and ninth grade curriculum.
Avid readers may feel there’s nothing better than diving into a good book, but that book might be even more beneficial than they realize, particularly for older book lovers. A study published in the journal Social Science & Medicine noted that reading books can promote empathy, social perception and emotional intelligence, notable benefits that researchers found contributed to a survival advantage. Researchers behind the study noted book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality over a 12-year followup period than non-book readers. Equally notable among the researchers’ findings was older individuals who read books enjoyed this survival advantage regardless of their gender, overall health, socioeconomic status, or education levels.
Ms. Knott enters her 16th year in the district and was previously the director of information management and data protection officer. She also served as executive assistant to the principal at Massapequa High School and Berner Middle School. Prior to Massapequa, she was an assistant principal of Kings Park High School and spent a decade as a general music teacher in Brentwood.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from Kings College, a master’s degree in special education from Dowling College and her
“I am honored to take on my new role as assistant superintendent for human resources,” Ms. Knott said. “My goals include strengthening recruitment and retention efforts, and fostering an inclusive and positive work environment that supports the success of all. Throughout my career, I have been driven by the belief that people are at the heart of every successful school system.”
Ms. Kirschner comes to Massapequa from the Herricks School District where she was a Spanish teacher for nearly two decades. Over the last eight years, she was also a teacher in the Spanish Language Immersion program, a fully articulated, dual-language
She holds a bachelor’s degree from American University in Spanish studies and secondary education, a master’s degree in teaching English to speakers of other languages from Queens college and administrative certification from SUNY Plattsburgh. In Massapequa, Ms. Kirschner looks forward to leading a department of committed and dedicated teachers, and experiencing the breadth of cultural events that support the district’s world language learners.
“I’m really enthusiastic and excited about coming to a district with a wellaligned and articulated world language curriculum, and creating global citizens of our students,” she said.
“I’m honored and excited to be welcomed into the community.”
