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1 Spring Hollow Road
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139 Juniper Avenue*
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35 Avery Lane Unit #35
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The kids are out of school, the beaches are busy and it's hot - summer is here! We hope you're enjoying the season. As always, we've gathered local and seasonal editorial for you. Plus, don't miss our current contest, where you can win passes to Splish Splash®, New York's largest water park. Looking to advertise? This magazine is
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UPCOMING EVENTS
you don’t want to miss
Smith Haven Mall Carnival
313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove
July 10-20 • Times vary per day
Enjoy summer fun with the whole family at the Smith Haven Mall Carnival, featuring exciting rides, games and tasty treats. Ride tickets are available for purchase on site daily and online.
Montauk Grand Slam Charity
Fishing Tournament
444 West Lake Drive, Montauk
July 18-20 • 5 am - 6 pm
This fishing tournament supports the Kiwanis Club of East Hampton and the Montauk Friends of Erin. Anglers compete to catch the largest fish in four categories: Fluke, Seabass, Bluefish and Porgy. Participants must catch all 4 species to be eligible to win the Grand Slam and the top prize of $8,000. There are also individual species awards.
Spirit of Summer Art Festival
2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station
July 20 • 11 am - 4 pm
Proudly hosted by the Spirit of Huntington, a non-profit community art center that teaches creative expression classes to all ages and all abilities, this festival allows you to shop many
Sea Glass Festival
301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor
Juy 20 • 10 am - 5 pm
Held at The Whaling Museum & Education Center, this festival celebrates sea glass with demos, workshops, presentations, music and more!
Sandcastle Contest at
Robert Moses State Park
Robert Moses Causeway, Babylon - Field 3
July 23 • Registration begins at 9:30 am
Head to the beach with your family and friends to partake in this fun, memorable event! Sand sculptors may use sand, water and any other natural materials native to the beach to create a sandcastle. Prizes will be awarded for the best sculptors and castles in several categories.
Great South Bay Music Festival
49 Smith Street, Patchogue
July 24-27 • Times vary per day
This festival is Long Island’s longest running and largest four day music, art & cultural event. Situated on the beautiful Great South Bay, it features over 55 performers on 4 stages. Additionally, there will be a diverse food court, multiple beer and wine gardens and local art
Happenings At The Emma Clark Library
Level Up Kitchen Library Café
Food Drive
Through August 17
An annual summer tradition, the Library is collecting nonperishable food items. Food pantries often see bare shelves during the summer and need help with restocking items for those who are food insecure. Library teen & tween volunteers will be distributing the items to various local food pantries and nonprofit organizations throughout the community. A donation table is located in the Library lobby, and all are welcome to donate during Library hours. If you have any questions about the Food Drive or would like to become a teen/tween volunteer, you may contact teens@ emmaclark.org.
Adults
Concert on the Library Lawn –Easy Street
Friday, August 1 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Local band Easy Street will play an eclectic mix of popular, dance, R&B, rock & country music from the 60s to
today that all ages are sure to enjoy. This concert is open to the public, and there is no registration. Bring a blanket, chair, or even a picnic.
Shed the Meds
Thursday, August 7, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office hosts this safe way to properly dispose of unused medications - essential to protect the environment and ensure that old drugs don’t end up in the wrong hands. Please note: They cannot accept any liquids, needles, creams, or ointments of any kind. They are only accepting unused or expired medications from individuals (not large quantities from a doctor’s office or health care facility). This service is open to the public. There is no need to register.
Kids “Drop In” Activities at Emma Clark Library
These programs have no registration. For questions, email kids@emmaclark.org
Adventure of the Missing Color
Wednesday, July 16, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, Science Heroes will get kids excited about the science that’s all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! Grades K - 5.
Magic, Laughs, and More
Friday, July 18, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Experience a whirlwind of
jaw-dropping tricks and sidesplitting jokes with Magician Jon Reid. For families with children up to Grade 5.
Harry Potter Day
Tuesday, July 29, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Harry Potter-themed activities to celebrate Harry’s birthday! For families with children up to Grade 5
Touch-A-Truck
Wednesday, July 30, 10:00 a.m. – 12noon
Check out vehicles from different community organizations. For families with children up to Grade 5.
History of Balloons
Friday, August 1, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
A hilarious, interactive balloon sculpting show with Nick the Balloonatic! For families with children up to Grade 5.
Bluey Family Fun
Tuesday, August 19, 10:30 a.m. – 12noon
Drop by for Bluey-themed crafts, games, and activities. Most suitable for PreKGrade 2 with caregiver.
Color Splash Endless Summer Bash
Wednesday, August 27, 10:00 a.m. – 12noon
Bring the family down for a vibrant celebration filled with crafts and games that keep summer vibes strong! For families with children up to Grade 5.
EASY STREET
Photo courtesy of Les Gold
Must - Have Items For Summer Entertaining In The Backyard
Summer entertaining season provides ample opportunities to soak up some sun and have some fun with family and friends. Backyard barbecues and other get-togethers at home are even more fun when hosts ensure they have certain must-have items for summer soirees.
• Fire features: The days when summer hosts only needed a few extra lawn chairs and some burgers and hot dogs on the grill for a backyard barbecue are long gone. Though those items still have a place at backyard barbecues, summer parties have taken a step up. Fire features, whether it’s a standalone fire pit, one built into a patio or a gas-powered fire table,
are now wildly popular. Fire features provide a welcome place to relax and converse with guests after the sun goes down. And much to kids’ delight, a fire feature also paves the way for some postmeal s’mores.
• Insulated wine cooler: Coolers are great places to store water, soda, beer, seltzers, and other popular beverages. But what about wine? An insulated wine cooler ensures wine stays properly cooled but doesn’t get too cold, which can happen when wine is stored in a more traditional cooler filled with ice. Bottles are simply placed in the insulated cooler (much like canned beverages slide easily
to fit all the kids who will be coming to the party.
• Outdoor storage cabinet: Hosts can save themselves the stress and effort of walking in and out for dinnerware and other table accessories by investing in a sturdy outdoor storage cabinet. As meal time draws near, hosts will appreciate that all the plates, napkins, utensils, and placemats are already outside. The top of the storage cabinet can double as a small but convenient buffet station for sides that aren’t being cooked over an open flame.
into can koozies), and the bottle can be kept on the table much like you would for formal dinners indoors. Hosts can go the extra mile by pairing insulated wine tumblers with their wine cooler.
• Games: Summer entertaining season might be all about relaxation, but games can up the fun factor at backyard gatherings. Cornhole is a wildly popular game, and customized cornhole boards can help hosts come across as party professionals. Ladder toss, bocce and wiffle ball are some additional games that can make the festivities more fun. Hosts who don’t have a pool also can invest in an inflatable pool big enough
• Projector and screen: A projector and screen can really up the ante on summer entertaining, turning a backyard barbecue into a great place to watch a game or cuddle up after dinner for a movie night under the stars. Projectors and screens won’t bust the budget, but those who have more to spend may want to consider an outdoor television. Outdoor televisions are built to handle the glare of the summer sun, but a retractable awning may be a good safety net for hosts who plan to spend many a weekend afternoon outside watching games or movies with family and friends.
These are just a handful of items that can up the ante on traditional backyard barbecues. Homeowners should know that there’s no limit to the number of items that can make summer entertaining season more special.
Barbecue Seitan Skewers
Makes 4 servings
1 package (8 ounces) seitan, cubed
1⁄2 cup barbecue sauce, divided
1 red bell pepper, cut into 12 pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 12 pieces
12 white or cremini mushrooms
1 succhini, cut into 12 pieces
Grilling Meat-Free At Summer Barbecues
Grilled foods are staples of summertime. There is just something about gathering with friends and family and cooking meals over an open flame to enjoy in the great outdoors, whether at a backyard barbecue or on a camping trip — that makes foods taste even better. Burgers, steaks, and chicken maybe some of the first items that come to mind when pondering grilled fare. But vegetarians and vegans should rest easy knowing that vegetables and other non-meats are equally at home on grills, and taste just as smoky and delicious as more traditional fare. Seitan is a plant-based meat substitute that is utilized in many recipes, including those for grilled dishes. Seitan can mimic the flavor and texture of chicken, and this recipe for “Barbecue Seitan Skewers” from “Vegan Cooking for Beginners” (Publications International, Ltd.) by the PIL editors is sure to please.
Directions:
1. Place seitan in medium bowl. Add 1⁄4 cup barbecue sauce; stir to coat. Marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes. Soak four bamboo skewers in water 20 minutes.
2. Oil grid. Prepare grill for direct cooking. Thread seitan, bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini onto skewers.
3. Grill skewers, covered, over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until seitan is hot and glazed with sauce, brushing with some of remaining sauce and turning occasionally.
The benefits of exercise for seniors are innumerable. In order to get the physical activity they need, many older adults are turning to pickleball. Pickleball combines elements of tennis, wiffle ball and ping-pong into an activity that is drawing new enthusiasts every day. With a smaller court than tennis and a lighter ball, pickleball is ideal for seniors who won't have to worry about the sport being too high-intensity. A Sports & Fitness Industry Association Report on Pickleball says pickleball has attracted 8.9 million U.S. players of all ages and fitness levels. The SFIA report notes that the 65+ age group accounts for the second highest number of participants.
Great Summertime Leisure Activities
Awarmbreeze on a summer day embodies the spirit of this beloved season for millions of people. Seen by many as a season to relax and recharge, summer, not coincidentally, goes hand in hand with leisure.
With more time on their hands due to vacations from school and work and less hectic activity schedules, particularly for families that include school-aged children, individuals often find summer affords more time for leisure. With that in mind, people from all walks of life can consider these summertime leisure activities.
• Relax by the water: Whether it’s a pool, lake or even the ocean, the water beckons each summer. Simply sitting on a beach or beside a lake or pool is a great way to pass the
time without much stress. Nothing needs to be scheduled when relaxing poolside, lakeside or on a beach; simply enjoy some time to relax by the water.
• Paddleboarding:
Paddleboarding is another leisurely way to spend a summer day. Paddleboarding requires physical exertion, so this might not be the ideal activity for those looking to relax without lifting a finger. However, paddleboarders typically take to the water when it’s at its most calm, making this a great activity for those who want to capitalize on peaceful, serene summer vibes.
• Fishing: Few activities may be more relaxing than fishing. Though there are many different ways to fish, some of which require
• Read: Books make for great companions on warm summer afternoons. Reading is such a popular summer pastime that many bookstores set up displays featuring books that make for great beach reads, providing inspiration for individuals who aren’t sure which book or books to dive into this summer. And much like other summertime leisure activities, reading has been linked to reducing stress. A 2009 study from researchers at the University of Sussex in England found that reading can reduce stress by as much as 68 percent.
considerable physical effort, casting a line and waiting for a fish to bite is a relaxing way to spend a day in nature. That might not seem like much to novices, but spending time in nature has been found to reduce stress and lower heart rates, which the U.S. Forest Service notes are both risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
• Visit a museum: On summer afternoons when it’s raining or too hot outside or individuals simply want to spend some time indoors, a museum makes for the perfect place to visit. Museums do not typically draw crowds in summer, making this an ideal season to visit. Many offer discounted prices to individuals like seniors and students, so this is a great way to relax without breaking the bank.
Summer is a season of leisure, and there are many activities that align with that spirit of relaxation.
Summertime Projects
For Kids
Summer slide is a concept that has been on educators’ minds since 1996 when the first comprehensive study on the topic was published. Students lose significant knowledge in core subjects over the summer break, and those losses increase each year. There’s much parents can do to help their children continue learning over the summer. Educational projects may be a good start. Here’s a brief list of educational projects children can work on this summer.
• Conduct informal science experiments, such as growing the biggest vegetable or studying butterflies or insects that visit the backyard.
• Maintain a journal about adventures during summer vacation through personal narratives or even through creative fictional accounts based on the child’s experiences.
• Search for patterns in nature, such as those in shells or flowers.
• Learn about money by keeping tallies on souvenir purchases or the cost of items in stores.
• Calculate distances from home by using maps and mileage.
• Become amateur meteorologists, keeping track of changing weather patterns and which signs indicate precipitation.
• Stock up on summer reading books that everyone in the family can enjoy while sitting poolside or at the beach.
• Visit a museum or a local point of interest and learn about something historical.
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Long Island kids and their parents turned out for the second annual David Wolmetz Family Fun Day Fundraiser at Urban Air Lake Grove here today, honoring the late co-founder of Long Island’s tallest indoor adventure park and raising more than $10,000 to support research and treatment at Stony Brook Cancer Center.
Admission to the park for kids of all ages included access to the most popular attractions including the 30-foot-tall Sky Rider zipline, Mini Go-Karts, Climbing Walls, Bumper Cars, and more. Local vendors were also on hand for face painting, balloon animals, temporary tattoos and hourly raffles of everything from TVs to luxury vacations.
Proceeds from the event will go to support blood cancer research at the Stony Brook Cancer Center, where Wolmetz received treatment from 2019 to 2023.
“We grew up together, we went into this business together,” said Keith Handler, Co-Founder of Urban Air Lake Grove. “Dave loved to see kids happy and off their screens. This fundraiser is in honor of him to support the people who took care of him when he was sick.”
In October of 2018, Wolmetz was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. He was admitted to Stony Brook Hospital's 19th floor, where his treatment started immediately. The staff at the Cancer Center and hospital treated him throughout his cancer journey, which spanned the COVID pandemic, and subsequently several hospitalizations over the years due to his compromised immune system. Dave lost his battle with cancer on June 9, 2023.
“Stony Brook Cancer Center was a very special place for him, and he loved the medical professionals who took such good care of him,” said Carrie Wolmetz, wife of Dave Wolmetz. “He always had hope; he always stayed positive. And he was always ready to try whatever new treatments were available, for himself and for other people.”
Donations to Stony Brook Cancer Center can be made at https://alumniandfriends.stonybrook.edu/site/ Donation2?df_id=2660&2660.donation=form1&mfc_ pref=T&designation=3181&s_subsrc=22HSEV11
About Urban Air Lake Grove
With 50,000 sq. ft. of active play space, Urban Air Lake Grove is home to a variety of indoor activities, including the Sky Rider, a zip-line style attraction with a winding track that carries young thrill-seekers flying along 30 feet in the air, the tallest on Long Island. Urban Air Lake Grove also offers a High Ropes obstacle course, Spin Zone bumper cars, and a full set of rock-climbing walls, wall-to-wall trampoline adventures, and Urban Air’s exclusive Urban Warrior Course™ and Battle Beam, mini Go Karts and Flash Pads, an interactive dance floor attraction. Urban Air Lake Grove is located at 3147 Middle Country Road, Lake Grove, NY 11755. Phone: (631) 861-4125.
Photo courtesy of Urban Air Lake Grove
Water Recreation Safety Tips
Funin the sun often involves playing in the water. Whether you’re soaking up some rays in a backyard pool, catching some ocean waves on a surfboard or sliding your way across a Slip ’N Slide, there’s no shortage of ways to incorporate water into warm weather recreation.
Water-based recreation makes especially warm days more comfortable, but caution must reign supreme when engaging in water play. The National Drowning Prevention Alliance offers the following safety tips to lower the risk of water recreation accidents.
• Brush up on your swimming skills. The NDPA reports that learning how to swim can reduce drowning risk by 88 percent. Adults and children alike are urged to go over the basics of swimming before getting in the water to ensure their skills are up to the task.
after swimmers and offer help if a swimmer is struggling. A buddy also can call for help by alerting a lifeguard when swimming in a public place such as a beach, lake or community swimming pool.
• Stick to designated swimming areas. The flag system is often employed at parks, beaches and lakes to indicate when and where it’s safe to swim. A red flag typically symbolizes swimming is unsafe, whereas a green flag means conditions are welcoming for swimmers. Stick to areas designated as safe. The NDPA notes it’s always preferable to swim under the supervision of a lifeguard.
physical condition and/or the conditions in the water change.
If possible, practice the basics in the shallow end of a pool to reacclimate your body to swimming. Parents can keep a watchful eye on their young swimmers to ensure they haven’t forgotten how to swim since last season.
• Never swim alone. Swimming with a partner is a fun way to stay safe. The buddy system ensures someone is there to look
• Err on the side of caution. The NDPA notes it’s best to get out when in doubt. If water conditions don’t feel right, exit the water. Falling rain, rough currents, muscle cramps, and/or physical fatigue can quickly transform a fun swimming session into a dangerous situation. Get out of the water at the first sign of doubt. You can always return later if your
• Be an educated swimmer. Savvy swimmers know to check the local forecast, including water conditions, before getting their toes wet. The NDPA notes it’s unsafe to swim in the rain, particularly if there is thunder and lightning. That’s true whether you’re swimming in an ocean, a lake or a backyard pool. A wetsuit can help keep the body warm when water temperatures are low, but the NDPA notes such swimming sessions should be brief. In addition, the NDPA notes that swimming in a wetsuit when water temperatures are between 75 and 80 degrees could lead to heat exhaustion.
• Don’t swim after consuming alcohol. Swimming and alcohol are a bad mix, as the NDPA notes that alcohol impairs balance and coordination, each of which are vital for swimming. Alcohol also increases the likelihood of risky behavior, which can be hazardous when in the water.
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