Senator Rhoads joined Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Councilman Chris Schneider, and the Nassau County PBA for Beyond the Badge NY’s 3rd Annual “Angels in the Outfield”—a powerful tribute to law enforcement officers lost to suicide. In a moving show of remembrance, Seaford Little League players wore the names of 44 fallen heroes on their jerseys.
THURSDAY, JULY 10th
6:15PM-8:00PM
EVENING GARDEN VOLUNTEER GROUP
Biweekly Thursday evening garden meet-up. Bring your garden gloves, snacks, and whatever else to our evening garden meetup. Recommended for adults and families with children 12y and up. No cost Meet at the gazabo in the volunteer garden. Bring water or a reusable cup/bottle. Sweetbriar Nature Center - ECSS, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
SATURDAY, JULY 12th & SUNDAY, JULY 13th
10:00AM-6:00PM
LONG BEACH ARTS AND CRAFTS BOARDWALK FESTIVAL
The City of Long Beach Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that the 2025 Arts and Crafts Boardwalk Festival has returned. Vendor applications are available. All artisans are encouraged to apply! For more information, please call 516-705-7414
THROUGH JULY 13th
5-11PM WEEKDAYS AND NOON-11 PM SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS & JULY 4th
EMPIRE STATE FAIR
This family-fun annual event features a variety of live entertainment, four nights of spectacular Fireworks by Grucci, exciting rides and games for the whole family, and plenty of delicious fair food. For more information, please call 866-666-3247
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
SATURDAY, JULY 19th
10:00AM-4:00PM
ANTIQUE CAR SHOW
Wantagh Preservation Society's 4th Annual Antique Car Show.(Rain date Sunday July 20th) Wantagh Preservation Society Museum, 1700 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Cars from 1960's & older. Entrance fee $1. Refreshments for sale, 50/50 raffle, music! Go inside Wantagh's 1885 Train Station, Wantagh's 1907 Post office & get your free ticket to board the 1912 Jamaica Parlor car, (Parlor car open from 12 - 2pm). emailWantaghmuseum@gmail.com (Matt)
6:30PM-10:30PM
HAWAIIAN LUAU
Grab your grass skirt & Hawaiian shirt. Brumidi Lodge, Deer Park is hosting a HAWAIIAN LUAU. Hawaiian Style Buffet Dinner, Slushies & soda included, Tiki Bar, Brumidi’s Famous Hawaiian Entertainment DJ Gene & Joanne Spinning in the Music Hut. Raffles & Much More Summer Fun For tickets and more information, please call Anita 631-422-6914. Sons & Daughters of Italy in America 2075 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park.
SUNDAY, JULY 20th
11:00AM-4:00PM
SPIRIT OF SUMMER ART FESTIVAL Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Rd. N. Huntington Station. A day of celebrating inclusion and diversity in the arts, hand-made goods, community, food trucks, raffles, games, music performances, fun crafts and activities for the whole family! Hosted by the Spirit of Huntington, a non-profit community art center that
teaches creative expression classes to all ages and all abilities. Connected with over 500 participants and dozens of local organizations across Long Island. For more information, please call 631-470-9620
MONDAY, JULY 21st
9:00AM-12:00PM
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Saint John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 36 E. John Street in Lindenhurst. July 21st through July 25th. Bible lessons, Music, Games, Crafts, Snacks, and more! FREE!! Grades K-6th. Register at https:// saintjohnsvbs.myanswers.com
SATURDAY, JULY 26th
6:30PM NIGHT AT THE RACES
Will be held at Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 N. Delaware Avenue, Lindenhurst, Doors open 6:30 p.m. Admission $1. For more information, please call 631888-9854
SUNDAY, JULY 27th
11:00AM-12:30PM CARING FOR WILDLIFE PROGRAM AND WALK
At Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown, they offer wildlife rehabilitation at their nature center and take care of injured, sick, and orphaned animals. In this presentation participants will meet some of the resident non-releasable animals, find out their stories, and learn what you can do to help wildlife in our area. If you’re interested in becoming a rehabber this a good first step. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
grilling season, and people are on the lookout for delicious recipes they can easily cook outdoors. Many fall back on tried-and-true favorites because they may be apprehensive about grilling with new ingredients. But grilling is more than just burgers and steaks. In fact, seafood is a great option for the grill, and it cooks up in a snap.The following recipe for “Grilled Striper with Cactus and Black Beans” from “Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites” (Gibbs Smith) is a great seafood dish to grill up this summer.
Serves 4
4 fillets wild striped bass, approximately 8 ounces each
1 teaspoon southwestern blend rub
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 cactus paddles (called nopales in Mexican markets)
3 cups Bacon-Laced Black Beans (see below)
1 lemon
DIRECTIONS:
Clean the fish well, removing any bones and scales, and pat dry. Dust each fillet with the rub, then brush each with canola oil just before grilling. Grill over high heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the fish is cooked through. The time may vary, depending on your grill. Clean the cactus paddles well with a sharp knife, removing any small needles. Grill the cactus over high heat, just tossing it right onto the grill bars — no oil, no seasonings. Once the cactus begins to bubble slightly, turn over and season with a sprinkle of the rub. As soon as both sides are lightly charred and the cactus is bubbling inside, it’s ready to serve. Pull the cactus from the grill and cut into strips. Line a platter with a layer of the cactus and top with the black beans; then lay the
grilled striper on top. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and serve.
BACON-LACED BLACK BEANS
Serves 8 to 10
1 pound black turtle beans, rinsed under cold water
1 large yellow onion, diced and divided 4 strips bacon, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
1⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS:
Place the beans and half of the chopped onion in a saucepot with just enough cold water to cover. Soak in the fridge overnight, then simmer for approximately 1 hour (do not drain), just until the beans become soft. Strain the liquid into a separate bowl and keep it for later. In a separate pot, render the bacon, then add the remaining onion and the garlic. Sauté until the onion has softened; then pour the beans and 1 cup of their cooking liquid into the pot. Puree the mix with a stick blender until smooth.
Senator Rhoads joined Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Councilman Chris Schneider, and the Nassau County PBA for Beyond the Badge NY’s 3rd Annual “Angels in the Outfield”—a
powerful tribute to law enforcement officers lost to suicide. In a moving show of remembrance, Seaford Little League players wore the names of 44 fallen heroes on their jerseys. A steadfast advocate
for law enforcement and public safety, Senator Rhoads noted that events like this bring strength, healing, and hope to the families left behind—and ensure their loved ones are never forgotten.
Special thanks to Beyond the Badge for coordinating this event and for their continued work supporting the law enforcement community.
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Kindergartners at Seaford Harbor Elementary School marked another milestone as they successfully completed their first full year of school. There was the first day of school in
September, the 100th day celebration in February and, most recently, their moving-up ceremony on June 25.
There is much more to accomplish between
now and their high school graduation in 2037, but the early results are promising. Parents were invited to the morning ceremony, which featured several musical performances by the kindergartners including “You’re a Grand Old Flag,” “One Small Voice,” “On My Way,” “Shine Bright,” “From My Heart to Your Heart” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling.”
Retiring teacher Lisa Breuer celebrated her final class of kindergartners. Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
The kindergarten staff paid tribute to one of their own, honoring retiring teacher Lisa Breuer for her many years of service to Seaford Harbor children.
To close out the ceremony, each class came to the stage with students in bright green caps for photos under and ABC-123 arch. In September, they will return as first graders ready to keep on learning.
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On July 12, 2025, Long Island’s new youth-led music festival, Gaze in the Garden, is coming to Stereo Garden (9 Railroad Avenue in Patchogue) for an 11-hour celebration of punk, indie, emo, and experimental sounds. Organized by 19-year- old Jess Bond of Bond Booking, this brand new fest will showcase a vibrant, genrebending lineup of local
favorites and touring acts.
The festival is entirely independent and youthrun, with a strong focus on community, creativity, and giving back. Bond, who studies music business at Berklee College of Music, created Gaze in the Garden as a platform to showcase underground artists and bring together a scene that too often gets overlooked.
The inaugural festival will proudly partner with Hungry for Music, a nonprofit that provides musical instruments to underprivileged children and school programs. 15% of all proceeds will be donated directly to the organization to support music access for youth across the
country. Featuring over a dozen bands, including two massive out-ofstate headliners, local heavy-hitters and rising underground gems, this festival is not one to miss for any music lover!
Festival goers can expect a rotating schedule of live performances, community vendors and an open reentry policy, encouraging attendees to explore the local shops and restaurants in downtown Patchogue throughout the day. With an overwhelming response to the lineup teaser post, Gaze in the Garden is already proving to be one of Long Island’s most talkedabout underground events.
“This isn’t just a show, it’s something way bigger than
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About Bond Booking: Founded and run by student and entrepreneur Jess Bond, Bond Booking represents over 30 artists across genres and specializes in curating unforgettable events that prioritize community, creativity and independence.
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Senator Steve Rhoads was proud to recognize Jason Berthel and Mia Gabarrette, seniors at Seaford High School, with the New York State Senate Citizenship Award. This prestigious honor celebrates students who exemplify outstanding character, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to civic engagement.
Congratulations to Jason and Mia on this welldeserved recognition!
“These young leaders represent the very best of our community,” said Senator Rhoads. “It was a pleasure to acknowledge their hard work, integrity, and dedication to making a difference.”
(NAPSI)—Beware: The person on the other end of that digital communication might not be who they claim to be.
Imposters work very hard to convince consumers they are a friend or relative, or that they are from a legitimate source, such as a bank or government agency. These fraudsters then take personally identifiable information (PII) and use it to steal victims’ money.
“There are many types of imposter scams,” U.S. Postal Inspector in Charge (INC) Eric Shen of the Postal Inspection Service Criminal Investigations Group says. “But they all start with messages like, ‘I’m in trouble…,’ ‘I need…,’ ‘You’ve won!...,’ or ‘I have a great offer for you!’ These scammers lull consumers into a false sense of trust, gain access to privileged information, and then drain financial accounts.
United States postal inspectors offer these simple tips to help consumers protect themselves from imposter scams:
• Take your time to make financial decisions. Whether it’s investments or unsolicited offers, such as the lottery or sweepstakes, don’t rush into sending your money to someone you don’t know.
• Is it really a representative from your bank sending that email or text? To be certain, call your bank at the number you were given when you opened your account. Don’t call a number that you haven’t verified, and never click on any links in an email or text from a person or business you don’t recognize.
• Grandparents: Before sending money to help your grandchildren in a desperate situation, call them or their parents at a number you recognize to confirm they sent you a message.
• If you meet someone over the internet who professes their love for you right away, but needs financial assistance to meet you, exit the conversation as quickly as you can.
• The Postal Service will NEVER send you an unsolicited text. Any text or email claiming you have a USPS delivery problem is designed to steal your personal information. Delete these messages, but before you do, send the bogus text or email to spam@uspis.gov.
• Put your phone number on the National Do Not Call Registry at 1-888-382-1222 or at www.
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• Scammers may ask for payments by gift card, prepaid debit card, crypto currency, gold bars, or by mailing cash. Anyone who tells you to pay with a gift card is probably a scammer. Federal agencies will never ask for instant payments or for personal information. Ignore the messages or hang up.
• During tax season, scammers pretending to be IRS agents may call or email. The IRS offers these telltale signs of a scam: spelling errors or incorrect grammar; a link or attachment with a slightly
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• If you are a victim of a scam or suspect fraud, report it: Submit an online report to the Postal Inspection Service or call us at 877-876-2455.
Remembering these simple tips can help you keep your information and your finances safe.
Senator Rhoads was thrilled to attend the Giovanni Caboto Lodge #2372 Annual Scholarship Night at the Seaford American Legion, where he joined fellow lodge member, Legislator Michael J. Giangregorio, to
celebrate the remarkable achievements of local students. As proud members of the Lodge, it was an honor to take part in this special evening recognizing academic excellence and Italian heritage. Seven
scholarships were awarded to graduating high school seniors of Italian descent: Francesca N. DiPalo of Sanford H. Calhoun High School, Sabrina M. Albano of Wantagh High School, Valerie Daliendo of John F. Kennedy High School, Mia
Stellmann of Wellington C. Mepham High School, Olivia Kaplan of MacArthur High School, Hayley Kern of Seaford High School, and Josie Conetta of Massapequa High School. In addition, six middle school students received
the prestigious Dante Award Medal: Giovanni Pedone and Daniella Diel of Merrick Avenue Middle School; Marissa Mostransky and Giada Petrillo of Wantagh Middle School; and Francesco Loccisano and Stella
DiSanto of Grand Avenue Middle School. Senator Rhoads congratulated all the students and their proud families, noting that their achievements, heritage, and dedication to excellence are truly something to celebrate.
