CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF THE MASSAPEQUAS WESTERN INSTALLATION & AWARDS DINNER
The Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequas proudly hosted their Western Installation & Awards Dinner at Elks Lodge #2162 in Massapequa. Congratulations to the newly installed Executive Officers: President-Robin Hepworth, First Vice President- Sal Polito, Second Vice President-Lucrezia Falacara, Third Vice President,-Greg Massimi, Treasurer-Karen Gawrych, Recording Secretary-Keith Wilson. Congratulations to the newly installed Board of Directors: Thomas Antonetti, Robert Barrett, Randi Jankowski, Annette Morreale, Jenna Muscarella, Stephen Parmiter, Isabelle Rapacciuolo, Tim Ryan, Gary Slavin
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Robin Hepworth
President, Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequa’s
Dear Chamber Members and Massapequa Neighbors,
As we wrap up another Chamber year, I just want to take a moment to say thank you - and to look back at everything we’ve done together with pride and gratitude. It’s been a truly amazing year for the Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequas. Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our volunteer Executive Officers and Board of Directors, the Chamber is stronger than ever. We now have 278 members and are in great nancial shape. That says a lot about the support and trust we have from our local business community - so thank you for being part of it.
This year, we made a real effort to be more involved in the community, and it paid off in such meaningful ways. We held some exciting rst-ever events, like our St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a beautiful Breast Cancer Awareness Walk in honor of our dear friend and Past President Patricia Orzano, and a super fun Trunk or Treat in the fall. At the same time, we kept our beloved traditions going strong. From our second Taste of Massapequa in April to the Holiday Fair and Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony, there was something special for everyone. We expanded our scholarship program, ran successful food and toy drives, and held heartfelt ceremonies to recognize our police officers, re ghters, and veterans. Our networking events also gave our members a chance to connect and grow their businesses.
One of the biggest highlights was our Annual Street Festival, dedicated to Past Presidents Anthony Ventiera and Patricia Orzano. It was an amazing day that brought the community together and honored two people who meant so much to us. Huge thanks to Keith Wilson (Event Chairperson), along with Steve Parmiter and Pastor Chris Merz (Co-Vice Chairs) for putting their all into making it such a success, and to Massapequa Imaging an affiliate of Northwell Health for their generous sponsorship as the Main Event Sponsor.
We also had a great time at our Western-themed Installation Ceremony and Awards Dinner. It was a fun evening lled with good company and great energy as we welcomed our new Executive Officers and Board of Directors. I was honored to be sworn in for a second term as President by Legislator James Kennedy, and our Board of Directors were proudly sworn in by our good friend Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino along with Councilman Andrew Monteleone. Special thanks to Masone Masonry for sponsoring the event, Investment Insight Wealth Management LLC for sponsoring the awards - and to everyone who came out and made it such a fun and memorable night!
Looking ahead, we’ve got some exciting things coming up. For the rst time, the Chamber will be sponsoring the reworks at the Village of Massapequa Park’s Fireworks Display at Mans eld Park in July - and we’re thrilled to help bring this summer tradition to life. We’re also planning our rst-ever Chamber Member Picnic in August. This is a free event for our members, just to say thank you. It’ll be a laid-back afternoon with good food and great company - stay tuned for more info!
Before I close, I want to give a huge shoutout to our Executive Officers and Board of Directors. Your time, your energy, and your heart have made such a difference this year, and I couldn’t be more grateful. I’m really looking forward to what’s ahead. Let’s keep the momentum going, keep supporting each other, and keep making Massapequa the vibrant, connected community we all love.
With heartfelt thanks,
Robin Hepworth, President Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequa’s
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On Thursday, June 12, 2025 Chamber of Commerce Of The Massapequa’s Proudly Hosted Our Western Installation & Awards Dinner At The Massapequa Elks Lodge
Executive Officers
Robin Hepworth - President
Sal Polito - 1st Vice President
Lucrezia Falacara - 2nd Vice President
Greg Massimi - 3rd Vice President
Karen Gawrych - Treasurer
Keith Wilson - Recording Secretary
Thomas Antonetti
Robert R. Barrett
Randi Jankowski
Anthony Migliorelli
Annette Morreale
Gary Slavin Board of Directors
Jenna Muscarella
Stephen Parmiter
Isabella Rapacciuolo
Tim Ryan
Robin Hepworth
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Fourth Of July Cookie Cups
Makes 24
2⁄3 cup almonds
1⁄2 cup packed light
DIRECTIONS:
1. To make the cookie cups: preheat the oven to 350 F. Spray a 24-count mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the butter and granulated sugar together for 1 to 2 minutes, or until well combined.
4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, making sure to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
5. Mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Evenly distribute the cookie dough among all 24 cups in the mini muffin pan, a little more than 1 tablespoon of cookie dough per cup. Press each ball of cookie dough into the cups and smooth it out.
1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar
1 12-ounce jar raspberry jam
7. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the edges of the cookie cups are lightly browned and the tops are set.
8. Remove from the oven, and make an indentation in each cookie using the back of a measuring spoon. Allow to cool in the muffin pan, then carefully remove from the pan and set aside.
9. To make the vanilla buttercream frosting: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the butter for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing in each addition until well combined.
10. Add the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract, and continue mixing until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Pipe the frosting into the cooled cookie cups and top with the sprinkles.
12. Store the cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board will host the 11th Annual “Shootout for Soldiers” 24-Hour Lacrosse Benefit Game at the Town of Oyster Bay’s Field of Dreams Athletic Complex, located on Old Sunrise Highway in Massapequa.
This year’s event begins on Wednesday, July 9th at 9:00 a.m., and continues to Thursday, July 10th to 9:00 a.m. The event benefits veterans and active duty military personnel. The Long Island Air Force Association will conduct a special ceremony on July 9th at 5:00 p.m. to
honor hometown Vietnam War Veterans and present them with medals that commemorate their service to our nation. There will be a parachute landing on the field conducted by the “All Veterans Group,” which will deliver the official ball on Friday at 6pm.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “Shootout for Soldiers is a wonderful event that provides local lacrosse players a chance to enjoy a sport they love
in a unique way while also raising charitable funds to support the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Whether you enjoy lacrosse or are just looking for a fun-family event, I invite residents to be a part of the festivities.”
The charitable funds raised at Shootout for Soldiers will benefit the Long Island Air Force Association, Strongpoint Theinert Ranch, and The Warrior Ranch
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The event features 24 1-hour sessions. The score is cumulative, resulting in unique scores for a lacrosse game with totals reaching into the hundreds. Participants include children, adults, seniors, youth, high school, college players and veterans. Teams that accommodate players with special needs are also scheduled to play.
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JUNE HAPPENINGS
SATURDAY, JUNE 28th
8:00AM
LINDY CARES PRESENTS:
THE TRUE COLORS RUN!
Join us at Fireman’s Park in Lindenhurst for a vibrant morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit! Whether you run, walk, or dance your way through the course, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Together, we made a difference by supporting youth programs, scholarships, and education initiatives in Lindenhurst. For more information and to register visit https:// runsignup.com/race/ny/lindenhurst/ lindycaresannualcolorsrun
9:00AM-3:00 PM HOARDERS FLEA MARKET
Long Island's new monthly outdoor flea market! Up to 100 Vendors, Food Trucks. Featuring a variety of sellers including antiques, collectibles, second-hand goods, services, clothing, jewelry, local artists and businesses! Interesting finds, food, and fun! For for information about up-coming events and vendor registration, please visit www. hoardersfleamarket.com
9:30AM-4:00PM
NASSAU REPTILE EXPO 2025
Nassau Reptile Expo 2025 at Cradle of Aviation Museum. Charles Lindbergh Blvd. Garden City, NY 11530. Featuring over 175 tables of reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate breeders and supply vendors. For more information, please call : 516572-4111
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19th - JUNETEENTH
20th - SUMMER BEGINS
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3:00PM-10:00PM
SALUTE TO VETERANS
The Town of Hempstead proudly presents Salute to Veterans, a familyfriendly celebration honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Held at the scenic Town Park in Point Lookout, this free community event offers a full day of patriotic fun, entertainment, and heartfelt recognition. Town Park, Point Lookout, 1300 Lido Blvd, Point Lookout. Rain Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025 Admission: FREE for all. For more informtion, please call 516-931-2201
SATURDAY, JUNE 28th
SUNDAY, JUNE 29th
10:00AM-5:00PM
FARMINGDALE CRAFT & GIFT FAIR
Farmingdale Craft & Gift Fair On the Village Green. Free. 361 Main Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Get ready for Fun - Summer 2025 ~ Back for Round3! The Farmingdale Kiwanis Fair comes to the Village Green with MANY VENDORS and Entertainment Acts on Saturday 6/28 and Sunday 6/29 - 10:00 - 5:00 Both Days! Sponsors Welcome! For more information visit nassaucountycraftshows.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 28th
SUNDAY, JUNE 29th
12:00AM-12:00AM 5th ANNUAL
LANTERN LIGHTING CELEBRATION
Enjoy live music and a fairy-tale atmosphere of string lights and candles as families personalize floating lanterns with heartfelt
messages to their loved ones. Families can hear their loved one’s name read aloud in a beautiful ceremony as they release their floating lantern within the Rose Garden Fountain. Seating and tables will be available and light desserts and refreshments will be provided courtesy of Pinelawn Memorial Park. For more information, please call Memorial Park and Arboretum 631- 249-6100
SUNDAY, JUNE 29th
9:30AM-5:00PM LIGHT FROM DARKNESS
Call for Artists! Light From Darkness: a Members Exhibition, is a juried exhibit that will be held at the BAFFA Art Gallery in downtown Sayville, 47 Gillette Avenue, during the month of September. The Gallery is currently accepting paintings, drawings, photography, sculptures, digital art, textiles, and more. The submission deadline is August 2, 2025. For complete details go to www.baffa.org and click on Gallery.
7:00PM-8:30PM
OYSTER BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Oyster Bay Music Festival: Harmony in the Ballroom at Old Westbury Gardens. 71 Old Westbury Road Old Westbury, NY 11568. Prepare to be astounded by this one-of-a-kind evening of music filled with virtuoso instrumentalists, chamber music masterpieces, and favorite vocal arias. For more information, please call Maritza Ramirez 516-333-0048
Graduation season is on the horizon. This time of year is often a frenetic time for students and their families, with the promise of celebrations to come. Graduation is preceded by prom for high schoolers, and for those bidding farewell to the hallowed halls of higher education, it may mean last-minute interviews and precommencement résumébuilding. This whirlwind of activity culminates in a degree or diploma to wrap up years spent in the classroom.
Graduates have many things to look forward to this time of year, not the least of which are gifts from close friends and family. Those tasked with coming up with graduation gifts
can take inspiration from these ideas that break the mold.
• Retirement account funds: Helping a new graduate get started is a popular sentiment among gift givers, but it’s also possible to give grads a leg up on the future. Helping them to fund an individual retirement account can be a thoughtful gift. Keep in mind that parameters for IRAs differ between a traditional and a Roth IRA, and it is best to speak with a financial advisor to determine the best fit. Starting a retirement account early on can provide solid footing for financial security later in life.
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• Student loan interest payment: Many students must rely on federal or private loans to offset the costs of attending college or even trade schools. Although a loved one may not be able to pay off the loans in their entirety, a good gift can be to make payments toward the interest on the loans so that the bill is reduced come graduation.
• Roadside assistance service: The road may take graduates near and
far. A membership to a roadside assistance service can be a practical gift that ensures grads get from point A to point B with fewer hiccups. These services offer towing, tire changing, gas delivery, and more. Plus, they often come with additional perks, such as discounts on travel services and lodging.
• Professional course or tickets to a conference: Help support a graduate’s career growth and professional development with a subscription to a course, a book about their industry or tickets to a relevant conference or trade show.
• Travel: Grads can be treated to the gift of
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Graduates are entering
an exciting time in their lives when anything is possible. Gift givers can think outside the box when shopping for their favorite cap-and-gown-donning loved ones.
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Free Pool Safety Seminar Offered By Town And Catholic Health
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino, members of the Town Board and Catholic Health are partnering to offer residents a Free Pool Safety Seminar on Tuesday, July 8th, at 1 p.m. at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, located at 7800 Jericho Turnpike
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in Woodbury. Families are encouraged to attend as children under the age of 15 make up more than 78 percent of pool submersion injuries in the United States annually, with 67 percent of them including children under the age of three.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “Nothing is more important than the safety of our children, and to improve pool safety we offer this seminar to with the goal of saving lives through public education and awareness. We want you to have lots of fun in
the sun while always be prepared to respond to emergencies.”
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Free Senior Services Presentation & Senior ID Card Program
New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park) and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, in coordination with the Nassau County Office of the Aging, will hold a free Senior Services Presentation & Senior ID Card Program beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 30th at the Massapequa Public Library, Bar Harbour Building, located at
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