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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
New Home For Youth Athletes
Town of Smithtown Breaks Ground on the Highly Anticipated State-of-the-Art Athletic Fields for Youth Football, Cheer and Lacrosse at Charles P. Toner Park
TheSmithtown Town Board and members of the administration visited Charles P. Toner Park (the Armory) in Nesconset, this week to commemorate the official groundbreaking of the highly anticipated upgrades to the athletic fields. Construction is now underway on two new multisport athletic fields that will serve the growing needs of local youth sports leagues. The project is expected to be completed by August 2025, just in time for football season—providing approximately 220 local Football, 200 Cheerleading and over 200 Lacrosse families, with their first ever home field.
The new complex will feature:
• One fully astro-turfed (PFAS and microplasticsfree) synthetic field for multi-sport use
• One hydroseeded natural grass field, engineered with high-quality earth and advanced drainage infrastructure.
• A concession-style building situated between both fields for convenient use by teams and spectators.
“After extensive collaboration, communication and community engagement with Smithtown parents, coaches, and league leaders, we’re delivering a facility that reflects the needs of the community—a safe, affordable, and official home field for our young athletes," shared Supervisor Ed Wehrheim "Sports teach invaluable life skills—teamwork, discipline, resilience, and positively impact mental and physical health… Between Toner Park, which
Before field construction could begin, the existing terrain required extensive leveling and preparation. The Town added high-quality fill material and installed new drainage infrastructure to ensure the grass field’s long-term health and prevent flooding or pooling after rain. These improvements mean fewer delays and increased field time—a critical upgrade for leagues who previously faced days of cancellations due to weather.
includes future plans to upgrade the pickleball courts down the road as well, and the improvements happening to the west at Cy Donnelly, we’re creating a true network of top-tier athletic spaces across Smithtown. This is how we support our families—by investing in their future and building strong, healthy communities.”
Prior to design and construction, both the Parks and Recreation Departments worked closely with local sports leagues and families to determine the most practical and inclusive plan. With some families preferring grass fields and others favoring turf, the Town responded with a balanced solution that everyone applauded—one field of each—to provide safe, highperformance options for all.
Local athletic leagues have long advocated for more accessible fields. In the past, limited field availability forced teams to travel and pay high permit fees to play outside the township—costs that added up for many families. These new fields at Toner Park offer a cost-effective, communitycentered alternative designed to ease that burden and give Smithtown's youth the facilities they deserve.
In addition to the work underway in Nesconset, the Town is preparing for another major athletic facility upgrade. On the west side of town, Cy Donnelly Park in Kings Park is in the process of its transformation, offering long-awaited field space for Kings Park youth teams that have struggled with local access in recent years. The new athletic fields at Cy Donnelly Park, will provide a home for Kings Park Youth Athletic Leagues for Football, Lacrosse and Soccer. In recent years, these leagues struggled to obtain ample field time and permits for their seasons.
need physical activity as part of their overall health regimen. How much physical activity a child needs varies with age. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says children between the ages of three and five should be active throughout the day to ensure proper growth and development. This can be achieved by being physically active during play. Children and adolescents between the ages of six and 17 need to be active for at least 60 minutes each day, with that activity being moderateto-vigorous in nature. The activities enjoyed should include a variety of aerobic, muscle-strengthening and bonestrengthening exercises.
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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.
Northwell Health’s Annual Walk
Raises Record $1.27M+
Morethan 6,100 people came together across five locations for the Northwell Walk to Raise Health, raising more than $1.27 million for local hospital programs and services. Supporters including patients and their families, community members and Northwell employees joined walks at Jones Beach and in Port Jefferson, Riverhead, Westchester and Staten Island on May 18 to raise funds for initiatives such as women’s health, cancer care and pediatric mental health programs at Northwell hospitals in their respective communities. The combined walks set a third consecutive record for fundraising and attendance at the annual event.
“The continued growth of the Northwell Walk to Raise Health, year after year, serves as a powerful reminder of the steadfast commitment of
people in our communities who believe in Northwell’s mission to provide the very best in compassionate care,” said Brian T. Lally, president of the Northwell Foundation and chief development officer for Northwell Health.
“Their support strengthens our resolve and elevates our efforts to meet today’s most pressing health needs.”
Plans are also underway for a new, sixth location in Connecticut for next year’s walk to include employees, patients and communities who have joined Northwell as part of its recent merger with Nuvance Health.
At Jones Beach, supporters enjoyed appearances by former New York Rangers players Tom Laidlaw and Stéphane Matteau, Mr. & Mrs. Met and the New York Islanders’ Sparky the Dragon before joining the walk, which raised funds for women
amazing support we received, from those who advocated for us at South Shore University Hospital, to Dr. Lipskar, the nurses and Child-Life team at Cohen Children’s who took such incredible care of Cole,” said Murray, who attended the walk with her family including Cole, now an active, happy 1-year-old, and helped kick off the event. “I work at Northwell, so I know we offer high-quality care, but to experience this care firsthand as a patient has really deepened my appreciation for the vital role Northwell plays in our communities.” (Read more about Cole’s story.)
and children’s health at the Katz Institute for Women’s Health and Cohen Children’s Medical Center.
Katelyn Murray, director of operations at Northwell’s South Shore University Hospital, joined the Jones Beach Walk in gratitude for the expert care that saved her newborn’s life. Her son, Cole, was born in March 2024 at South Shore University Hospital, but soon faced unexpected complications and was transferred to Cohen Children’s Medical Center, where he spent two weeks in the neonatal intensive care unit. Cole was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease, a rare illness affecting the intestines. When Cole was six weeks old, pediatric surgeon Aaron Lipskar, MD, performed a complex surgery to remove the affected areas of his intestines.
“I am so grateful for the
Across New York, funds raised at four other walks will enhance services at hospitals in their local communities. The Port Jefferson Walk supports the Fortunato Breast Cancer Center at Mather Hospital, and the East End/Riverhead Walk will expand Peconic Bay Medical Center’s breast health services for cancer patients and support the Emily Roy Corey Center for Women and Infants. Funds raised at the Westchester Walk support Northern Westchester Hospital’s child and adolescent behavioral health programs as well as Phelps Hospital’s Community Paramedicine Program. The Staten Island Walk supports advanced care at Staten Island University Hospital’s Florina Cancer Center and Brian Halpin Pediatric Cancer Center.
The Walk began 15 years ago as the “Every Woman Matters Walk,” inspired by the vision of philanthropists Iris and Saul Katz, whose commitment to high-quality health care continues to be felt throughout Northwell. Since its inception, the Northwell Walk to Raise Health has raised more than $10 million.
Town of Smithtown and Village of the Branch Complete Scenic Footbridge Connection
On Friday, June 20th, Town of Smithtown Elected Officials and Village of the Branch Mayor Mark Delaney gathered to mark the completion of a long-awaited pedestrian footbridge project—one that reconnects neighborhoods and underscores the power of municipal partnerships.
The new bridge and walking path safely link the southern portion of Mount Pleasant Road to the Village Center shopping plaza along Route 111, providing a vital connection for residents, businesses, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. What began as a local priority quickly became a shared vision between the Town and the Village. With the full support of
Supervisor Ed Wehrheim and the Smithtown Administration, the Smithtown Department of Highways—led by Superintendent Robert Murphy and Deputy Superintendent Jim Deutsch—worked in partnership with Mayor Delaney and the Village of the Branch to transform the long-abandoned portion of Old Route 111 into a scenic walking trail and cherished community asset.
The Town’s Highway Department completed the paving of the trail later in the fall of last year, installing LED lighting for nighttime visibility, and preparing the site for stateof-the-art security cameras. The path now includes
safety bollards at Mount Pleasant and Woodhollow roads to protect the surrounding ecosystem from unauthorized vehicles. New picnic areas were also added, turning this once-forgotten corridor into a peaceful escape for families, walkers, and cyclists.
The footbridge also serves as a new trailhead to the Long Island Greenbelt Trail, which stretches over 30 miles between Sunken Meadow State Park and Heckscher State Park, following the Nissequogue and Connetquot Rivers. Earlier in the Spring, the Smithtown Highway Department cleaned and restored stream corridors in the Village of the Branch,
helping improve water flow and reduce flooding in the surrounding neighborhoods.
The bridge project was made possible thanks to a $231,000 state grant awarded to the Village of the Branch, which covered the cost of the bridge and supported additional site improvements.
By revitalizing an overgrown, underutilized path into a safe, scenic walkway, the Town and Village have done more than improve access— they’ve demonstrated how strong intergovernmental partnerships can create lasting value and strengthen the fabric of the community.
Nutritional Benefits Of Watermelon
Watermelon is widely considered a summertime treat that’s particularly refreshing on a hot day. A staple at backyard barbecues, watermelon makes a great appetizer, side dish and even dessert.
Watermelon also can make for a nutritious addition to a backyard barbecue menu. Those who want something nutritious to eat alongside less healthy fare like hamburgers and hot dogs can consider the many nutritional benefits of watermelon.
• Watermelon is low in calories. The Mayo Clinic notes that one cup of watermelon is 46 calories. That makes watermelon an ideal low-calorie dessert, particularly when compared to other treats, including ice cream. The calorie count for a single cup of ice cream varies by flavor, but the
• Watermelon promotes hydration. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health notes that drinking enough water helps to regulate body temperature, lubricate the joints, prevent infections, and promotes proper organ function. Water also delivers nutrients to cells. Come summertime, it’s easy to fall victim to dehydration, but consuming watermelon can help to prevent that. The Mayo Clinic notes watermelon is 92 percent water, which can help people remain hydrated on hot summer days spent outside.
diet. Watermelon also contains 5 percent of the recommended DV of vitamin A, which the NIH notes is important for normal vision, immune system health, reproduction, and growth and development.
United States Department of Agriculture notes one cup of vanilla ice cream contains 274 calories, while one cup of chocolate ice cream is 286 calories. Watermelon is a low-calorie dessert alternative to ice cream that can be especially appealing after eating popular backyard barbecue fare.
• Watermelon is a good source of vitamins C and A. The National Institutes of Health notes that human beings are unable to synthesize vitamin C endogenously, which means they must get this crucial vitamin from the foods they eat. Watermelon contains 14 percent of the recommended daily value (DV) of vitamin C per USDA dietary guidelines, making it a worthy addition to anyone’s
• Watermelon does not contain any fat, cholesterol or sodium. It’s not only what’s in watermelon that makes it so healthy, but what’s not in it as well. Unlike other popular desserts, such as ice cream, watermelon contains no fat, cholesterol or sodium. Opting for watermelon over more traditional desserts can help people lower their fat consumption, reduce their cholesterol and avoid overconsumption of sodium.
Watermelon makes for a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. But watermelon provides a host of additional nutritional benefits as well, making it an ideal food for your next backyard barbecue.
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.
4,000 Reasons To Love Bees
Whilemost people picture the beloved honey bee when they think about bees, North America actually has 4,000 species of native bees, many of which are busy right now.
“Throughout spring and summer, these insects dutifully pollinate crops and wildflowers, playing a vital role in fostering healthy ecosystems,” says Clay Bolt, manager of Pollinator Conservation and Great Plains communications, World Wildlife Fund.
According to Bolt, native bee species are beautifully varied in their appearance, behaviors, feeding habits and habitats.
They can be striped, metallic, fuzzy, thin and rotund, in a spectrum of colors. The world’s smallest species—the Euphorb minifairy bee—is only found in southern deserts. At 2 millimeters, it is about as long as a U.S. nickel is thick.
Different bee species fly at different times—early morning, daytime or night. Many emerge seasonally in spring or summer, while
egg atop the mixture, then seals the chamber where the young bee will develop entirely without maternal assistance. How can you help bees?
Sadly, bees face threats to their survival, but there are steps you can take to help protect them.
heart with profound hope and wonder as you witness their delicate yet ongoing care of our shared world,” says Bolt.
others remain hidden underground for years awaiting summer monsoons. Bees inhabit diverse environments, from cold mountain peaks to beaches.
Generalist species visit many flower types, while specialists pollinate only specific flowers. And unlike bumble bees and other hive-dwelling bee species, such as honey bees and stingless bees, over 70% of the world’s bee species are in fact solitary, hardworking moms who quietly nest in overlooked places like decomposing logs and alongside garden paths.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “what is a bee?” you might be surprised to learn that they are vegetarian wasps. However, unlike their wasp relatives, which often feed their young protein in the form of paralyzed insects and the hamburger they might steal from your picnic table, most bees provide their offspring with protein made from pollen mixed with nectar. The mother bee compacts these materials into a pellet and places it within her nest cavity, lays a single
Bees need healthy, pesticide-free foods throughout their lives. This is one of the greatest gifts you can offer these pollinators, especially because parks and gardens often grow flowers that only bloom during peak summer. By planting a variety of plants that flower from early spring through autumn, the number of native bees and other pollinators visiting your garden will increase exponentially.
“Through small acts of kindness, you can transform the lives of these remarkable creatures, while filling your
The recently celebrated World Bee Day also kicked off World Wildlife Fund’s new “Stories of Hope and Wonder,” an ongoing series that connects people to the wonder of nature and offers hope for a future benefiting both people and wildlife. Each month, “Stories of Hope and Wonder” will feature a different species overcoming some of nature’s toughest obstacles to ensure its survival. To access these stories, visit www.worldwildlife.org/ hopeandwonder.
Bees are industrious creatures that are essential to vital food systems and healthy ecosystems. While bees are at risk, individuals can make all the difference in their own backyards. (StatePoint)
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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Nutritional Benefits Of Watermelon
Watermelon is widely considered a summertime treat that’s particularly refreshing on a hot day. A staple at backyard barbecues, watermelon makes a great appetizer, side dish and even dessert.
Watermelon also can make for a nutritious addition to a backyard barbecue menu. Those who want something nutritious to eat alongside less healthy fare like hamburgers and hot dogs can consider the many nutritional benefits of watermelon.
• Watermelon is low in calories. The Mayo Clinic notes that one cup of watermelon is 46 calories. That makes watermelon an ideal low-calorie dessert, particularly when compared to other treats, including ice cream. The calorie count for a single cup of ice cream varies by flavor, but the
• Watermelon promotes hydration. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health notes that drinking enough water helps to regulate body temperature, lubricate the joints, prevent infections, and promotes proper organ function. Water also delivers nutrients to cells. Come summertime, it’s easy to fall victim to dehydration, but consuming watermelon can help to prevent that. The Mayo Clinic notes watermelon is 92 percent water, which can help people remain hydrated on hot summer days spent outside.
diet. Watermelon also contains 5 percent of the recommended DV of vitamin A, which the NIH notes is important for normal vision, immune system health, reproduction, and growth and development.
United States Department of Agriculture notes one cup of vanilla ice cream contains 274 calories, while one cup of chocolate ice cream is 286 calories. Watermelon is a low-calorie dessert alternative to ice cream that can be especially appealing after eating popular backyard barbecue fare.
• Watermelon is a good source of vitamins C and A. The National Institutes of Health notes that human beings are unable to synthesize vitamin C endogenously, which means they must get this crucial vitamin from the foods they eat. Watermelon contains 14 percent of the recommended daily value (DV) of vitamin C per USDA dietary guidelines, making it a worthy addition to anyone’s
• Watermelon does not contain any fat, cholesterol or sodium. It’s not only what’s in watermelon that makes it so healthy, but what’s not in it as well. Unlike other popular desserts, such as ice cream, watermelon contains no fat, cholesterol or sodium. Opting for watermelon over more traditional desserts can help people lower their fat consumption, reduce their cholesterol and avoid overconsumption of sodium.
Watermelon makes for a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. But watermelon provides a host of additional nutritional benefits as well, making it an ideal food for your next backyard barbecue.
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