September 11, 2024 Lindenhurst South

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OLPH KNIGHTS COLLECT 850LBS OF FOOD

The OLPH Knights of Columbus Council #794 ran their usual food drive fundraiser at Lindenhurst King Kullen, where they collected over 800 pounds of food that will be donated to the St. Vincent de Paul pantry. This is a testament to the Goodwill of the Lindenhurst community, in which they are adding items to their grocery orders to donate!

Alexis Weik, 8th Senate District, Republican-Conservative

Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Display Teal And Pink Flags

During the months of September and October the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition will be displaying Teal and Pink flags in honor of Breast and Gynecological Cancer

Awareness Months at our Vision of Hope Garden at Babylon Town Hall in Lindenhurst.

Detachable ribbon streamers will be on display and are available for a $10 donation. Engraved bricks are also available for purchase for a $50 donation. Please call the BBCC office at 631-8934110 for information.

OLPH Knights Of Columbus Fundraiser For Memorial Sloan Kettering

OLPH KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FUNDRAISER - Lindenhurst Knights of Columbus, with Town of Babylon Councilman Terence McSweeney as Honorary Chairman, held their third fundraiser at Villa Pizza owned by Joseph Del Prete. The Knights were joined by Joseph Cucinella, owner of Spasso Pizzera and Msgr. Joe from OLPH, alongside Grand Knight Patrick Corcoran and FS Mike Hearney. This picture represents the strength of all Knights across the businesses, the local government, our parish, and the council. Thanks to all who donated!

LONG ISLAND MEDIA GROUP

CIRCULATION

Joe Lambert

Edward Rodriguez

“Totally Taylor” Rocks Lindenhurst Village Concert Series

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Josh Marlowe GRAPHIC

Victoria Kokolakis Stephan Schulze

Noelle Lambert

Sims

Kim Volz

PROOFREADING Kerry Mastrobuoni ACCOUNT

Bonnie Schifano

Lucille Moran

Terry Rydyzynski

Noelle Lambert

SCAN

Lindenhurst Village Square Park was recently filled to capacity with people and excitement during the muchanticipated performance of “Totally Taylor: A Taylor Swift Tribute Act”. Part of the Lindenhurst Free Summer Concert Series,

the evening featured songs from Taylor Swift’s 11 albums, custom-made colorful outfits, and wellprecisioned choreography -- all to mirror the glitz, glamour, energy, and sounds of Taylor Swift!

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “The concert was

amazing, especially for the many young people in attendance. It felt like you were at a Taylor Swift concert! Thank you to all who attended this extraspecial summer concert in our Lindenhurst downtown.”

“TOTALLY TAYLOR” ROCKS LINDENHURST VILLAGE CONCERT SERIESPictured here (left to right) are: Alyssa Ragogna, Carolyn Ash, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Totally Taylor Tribute Artist Kelsey Elquist, Nicole Lavorata, Joe Conti, and Joci Lavorata.

Lindenhurst Junior Mayor Creates Project To Help Spread Kindness

Lindenhurst Junior Mayor Kennedy Pugh (pictured here) came to the Village Board with a proposal to help get her community to spread more kindness. Her idea was to create a “Kindness Wheel” – people could spin a color wheel and receive a color-coded “random act of kindness” task to perform. The Village Board thought this was a fantastic idea, and in cooperation and coordination with the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce, Kennedy set up her Kindness Wheel at the August “Wednesdays on Wellwood” street fair. At the event, over 300 people spun her Kindness Wheel, creating a positive effect in the Lindenhurst community and beyond.

Deputy Mayor RJ Renna said, “I spun the Kindness Wheel and had to say hello to a stranger. It was a lot of fun to do, and I hope everyone else enjoyed spreading their kindness as well. I was so impressed by Kennedy’s creativity and drive in coming up with this idea and seeing it through to fruition. Small actions can create a large impact.”

The Village created the Junior Mayors program in 2023, in partnership with the Lindenhurst School District, as part of its Centennial celebration. It was such a great success, the Village decided to continue the program, to annually recognize and nurture our young leaders of tomorrow!

EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

Remembering 9/11

Today & Everyday Always In Our Hearts

What You Need To Know About Buying Or Selling A Home Today

The real estate industry is undergoing significant changes in commission structures, and these adjustments will reshape how homes are bought and sold. Traditionally, real estate agents have earned commissions based on a percentage of the home’s sale price, with the seller’s agent typically sharing their commission with the buyer’s agent. However, recent changes are altering this longstanding model, impacting both buyers and sellers.

One of the most notable changes is in transparency and disclosure. There has been a growing push for more transparency in how commissions are negotiated and disclosed. Buyers and sellers will now have clearer information on who is paying what commission, and both parties may end up determining the commission rates.

Traditionally, sellers paid both their agent’s commission and

the buyer’s agent’s commission. With the shift toward more transparency, sellers may now negotiate with their own agent to decide what compensation they want to offer to the buyer’s agent. This could save sellers money, but it also complicates the transaction, as agents may require higher compensation for their services.

Buyers are also affected by these changes. In the past, buyers typically didn’t pay for their agent’s services directly—those costs were wrapped into

the seller’s commission. Now, as commission structures evolve, buyers may be expected to cover their own agent’s fees, either in whole or in part. For agents, these changes bring both challenges and opportunities. While some may lose out on higher commissions due to increased competition and transparency, others may benefit by building trust with clients through more open and equitable fee structures. In the long term, this shift could lead to a more balanced and flexible market where buyers, sellers, and agents are all more aware of the costs involved.

If you are buying or selling a home today, take time to fully understand the recent changes to real estate commissions and figure out the best options for your situation.

Separately, you also want to keep an eye on interest rates in September. That’s another substantial change that will affect our local housing market.

Save The Great South Bay Community Oyster Garden Volunteers Wanted!

We are growing thousands of baby oysters at our community oyster gardens graciously hosted in crates at the docks of Babylon & Bay Shore Yacht Clubs. Volunteers are wanted to help maintain the gardens by cleaning up the crates, then counting & measuring the baby oysters to track their growth.

Great hands on experience for allscouts and families welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

We recommend clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and/or wet. See below to volunteer for one or more days.

Babylon - Sundays from 1-3 PM Bay Shore - Tuesdays from 9-11 AM Community service available.

Volunteer here: https:// www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C084EA9AE2BA2FDCE9-50158169community?mc_cid=c3a546c8e1&mc_ eid=51d1e63712#/

OLPH Fall Bereavement Support Group

If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Lindenhurst has a Bereavement Support Group to help you through your grief.

The group will start on Saturdays September 28 through November 16, 2024. The time 11:301:00pm. The group is a 9 week commitment. Registration is required. If interested, contact the OLPH Rectory at 631226-7725 extension 200. OLPH Church is located at 210 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst, NY 11757.

As we honor and remember September 11th, we re ect on the courage and sacri ce of those who answered the call when our nation needed them most. We will never forget the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the bravery of our

INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Village of Lindenhurst, Inc. and Section 7-712 of the Village Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at the Municipal Building, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York @ 7:00 p.m., September 25, 2024 to hear the following:

1. Application of Anthony Gargano 463 South 8th Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 10’ to (4.0’) in connection with constructing 2nd floor dormers and 1st and 2nd floor alterations. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-18-1-16.16

2. Application of Ralph Tipa, 1141 Kirkland Ct., Central Islip, NY, 11722 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (22.06%) in connection with maintaining a front portico. Property located at 455 South 6th Street, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-18-1-59

3. Application of Erica Danetiu, 546 Beacon Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 25’ to (20.44’); to reduce the minimum rear yard from the required 25’ to (22.0’); to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (25.31%); to expand the height from the limit of 26’ to (31’) in connection with construction of a 2nd floor addition, front portico and 1st floor interior alterations. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-194-49

4. Application of Darrel Desir, 624 North Greene Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the aggregate side yard from the minimum required 25’ to (16.2’); to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 10’ to (5.4’); to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (29.11%); to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum side yard from the required 5’ to ( 2.0’); to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum rear yard from the required 5’ to (1.6’); to reduce the front yard greenery from the minimum required 70% to (58.07%) in connection with the installation of a 28’ x 10’ driveway and maintain a rear deck, demolition of detached garage and installation of a shed. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-32-27

5. Application of Joseph Baldassare, 847 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum side yard from the minimum required 10’ to

(2.9’); to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 25’ to (5.9’); to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (30.59%); to expand the driveway width from the limit of 22’ to (24.1’); to reduce the front yard greenery from the minimum required 70% to (51.8%) in connection with raising existing dwelling, first floor addition, front covered entry, rear platform, installation of a new asphalt driveway and a 2nd floor balcony. . Property located at the above address and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-23-1-28

6. Application of Robert E. Boese, III, 171 North 4th Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the accessory structures limit from 2 to (4) in connection with maintaining a rear roofed over open porch, a front door overhang, small vinyl shed, dog house and chain link kennel with roof. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-10-1-19

7. Application of James Collins - Collins & Pisano Family Living Trust, 865 Anthony Drive, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (28.63%) in connection with constructing a 2nd floor deck. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-252-49.13

8. Application of Rosanny Nunez, 366 42nd street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the off-street parking from the required 6 spaces to (2) in connection with conversion of attached 1 1/2 car garage to living space, maintain bathroom in basement and install a cellar egress window with window well. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-1-2-14.

9. Application of Greg Gnatowski, 158 Bangor Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission for outdoor storage of vehicles and boats on vacant land is not a permitted use in connection with maintaining storage of vehicles/boats. Property located at the above address and zoned Industial. SCTM#:103-9-1-36

10. Application of James Wrieth / Alex Wrieth d/b/a 304 First LLC., 304 South 1st Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to use the property for a three-family owner-occupied dwelling is not permitted in connection with maintaining a three- family owner occupied residence. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential A. SCTM#:103-14-2-89

11. Application of Greg Gnatowski, 158 Bangor Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission for outdoor storage of vehicles and boats on vacant land

is not a permitted use in connection with maintaining storage of vehicles/boats. Property located at the above address and zoned Industrial. SCTM#:103-9-1-36

12. Application of Marguerite Danaher - KJARP, LLC. 280 Kansas Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 10’ to (0’); to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 14’ to (0’); to reduce the off- street parking from the minimum required 10 spaces to (0); in connection with constructing a 2nd floor addition to the existing one-story office building. Property located at 175 South Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:10310-3-112

13. Application of Michael Fallon - 133.1, LLC, 1 Soundview Drive North, Huntington, NY, 11743 for permission for food use requires special permission from Zoning Board of Appeals in connection with interior alterations for use as a deli/market (Gemelli’s). Property located at 189 South Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:103-10-3-113.2.

14. Application of Richard Young, 31 Robbins Avenue, Babylon, NY, 11702 for permission to reduce the offstreet parking from the required 80 spaces to 20 provided in connection with the change of use from event space to showroom/sales with interior alteration. Property located at 132 North Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:10310-2-63.

15. Application of Joel Kramer, 37 Gulf Street, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 for permission to use the space for dog boarding which is not a permitted use in the Business Zone in connection with change of use to a doggie day care. Property located at 270 North Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-7-1-73.1

Upon the hearing, the applicant must appear in person, by an agent, or by an attorney. A person wishing to appear at the hearing may do so. Communication in writing in relation thereto may be filed with the board before or at the hearing.

All cases will be heard in which they are advertised, to be followed by rescheduled cases.

By order of the Board of Appeals

Philip Renna, Chairman LVN+S720

VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on the 17th day of September 2024 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as can be heard, at Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, on the question of the enactment of the enactment of Local Law #5-2024, amending the Code of the Village of Lindenhurst as follows:

LOCAL LAW #5-2024

CHAPTER 185, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC

AMEND § 185-9 Speed Limits.

Change the number “30” to “25”.

AMEND § 185-60 Schedule II: Speed Limits.

Change the number “30” to “25”.

§ 185-60 Schedule II: Speed Limits.

ADD:

Name of Street Speed Limit (mph) Location

Wellwood Avenue 20 From Gates Avenue to John Street

§ 185-62 Schedule IV: One-Way Streets.

ADD:

Name of Street Direction of Travel Limits

East Hoffman Avenue East From North Delaware Avenue (North of LIRR) east to North Erie Avenue

§ 185-67 Schedule IX: Stop Intersections.

ADD:

Stop Sign on Direction of Travel At Intersection of East Gates Avenue Both South Travis Street East John Street Both North Indiana Avenue North Indiana Avenue Both East John Street South Travis Street Both East Gates Avenue

§ 185-77 Schedule XIX: Time Limit Parking.

DELETE:

Name of Street Side Time Limit; Location Hours/Days

South Wellwood Avenue East 15 min; 8:00am 150 South Wellwood to 7:00pm/Sun. Avenue through Sat.

ADD:

Name of Street Side Time Limit; Location Hours/Days

South Wellwood Avenue East 15 min; 8:00am 166 South Wellwood to 7:00pm/Sun. Avenue through Sat.

South Wellwood Avenue West 15 min; 8:00am 251 South Wellwood to 7:00pm/Sun. Avenue through Sat.

Validity.

If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this law is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, then said holding shall in no way affect the validity of the remaining portions of the law.

Effective Date.

This law shall become effective upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State.

Dated: September 11, 2024 Lindenhurst, NY 11757

LVN+S719

Inc. Village of Lindenhurst Kathleen Schrader Village Clerk

Accessing Schooling Options

(NAPSI)—Parents are more optimistic about their children’s academic, emotional, and social development and they increasingly support school choice according to EdChoice, which wants all K–12 students to access the schooling options—

public, private, charter, homeschooling or other— best for them. Learn more at www.edchoice.org.

SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12

7:00PM

LONG ISLAND IN THE MOVIES

The Seaford Historical Society will host a presentation by Greg Blank about Long Island in the Movies, at the Historical Society Museum. The Museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Members Free. $5 fee for nonmembers. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-660-2275

CALL FOR TIME

GENERAL BEREAVEMENT

SUPPORT GROUP & LOSS OF ADULT CHILD GROUP

The General Support Group is open to anyone who has suffered a loss at least three months prior to the start of the group. The Adult Child Group has a no wait requirement. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited. The groups will be offered at St. John Nepomucene, 1140 Locust Ave. in Bohemia. Please call to reserve your seat, 631-589-0540, ext. 250.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

9:30AM-11:00AM

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

If you have lost a loved one, Our Lady Of Grace Church at 666 Albin Avenue in West Babylon is now forming a bereavement support group to help you through your grief. It will run every Saturday. The first class begins 9/14/24 and ends 11/23/24. Call John at 631-874-0210 or Fran at 631-587-1578

SUNDAY, SEPT. 15

10:00AM

THE GOSPEL IN DISNEY

Join Community Presbyterian Church for The Gospel in Disney Worship Service. They will visit the themes of temptation, loss and the saving power of love in the Creation Story and Snow White. Community Presbyterian Church is located at 1843 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For information, please call 631-242-0221

10:00AM

WORSHIP IN THE PARK & PICNIC

We're taking our family worship outside at Marjorie Post Park and hosting a picnic afterwards with fun, games & food. Call 516-541-7008 for more information. Community United Methodist Church, 100 Park Boulevard in Massapequa.

11:00AM–3:00PM

ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK EXHIBIT

Farmingdale's 13th Annual Art in the Park Exhibit, Show & Sale will take place on the Village Green. The Art show features over 20 local artists including Legendary Long Island artist Elaine Faith Thompson and other amazing Long Island artists. The event is planned by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee. Rain date September 22nd. Farmingdale Village Green, 361 Main Street. For more information, please call 516-249-0093

2:00PM-4:00PM CEMETERY TOUR

Join Community Presbyterian Church and the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet for its 4th Cemetery Tour hosted by the Oakwood Cemetery Assoc. Hear accounts of interesting characters, dressed in historical costumes, such as a sailing legend,

Pursuant to the provisions of Article 7 of the Village Law of the State of New York notice is hereby given a public hearing will be held before the Planning Board of the Village of Lindenhurst on Thursday, September 19,

2024 @ 7:00 p.m. located at: Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY to hear the following from the Building Department:

1. Site Plan: #6-2024

Application of Greg Gnatowski, 158 Bangor Street, Lindenhurst NY 11757, for a site plan review to maintain Storage of boats/ vehicles, paving, and draining

of lot. Property located at 158 Bangor Street, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Industrial” SCTM#: 103-009-001-036

2. Site Plan: #7-2024

Application of Marguerite Danaher- KJARP LLC, 175 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst NY 11757, for a site plan review to relief parking from 10 required spaces to 0. Property located at 175 South

Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Business” SCTM#: 103-010003-112

All cases will be heard in which they are advertised, to be followed by rescheduled cases. By order of the Planning Board Chairman John Liebl LVN+S721

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – (Non-Remote)

Requirements:

- Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle inquiries and complaints professionally

- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively

- Accurate data entry skills with attention to detail

- Clerical experience in an office setting is preferred

- Phone etiquette skills to handle calls with professionalism and courtesy

The successful candidate will have the chance to develop their administrative skills while providing excellent customer service. Only candidates who meet these requirements will be contacted for an interview.

Salary: $43,000 - $50,000 annually with generous medical and retirement benefits package.

Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5, alternating Saturdays 9-1

MOVING SALE!

Amity Harb or Location

Cream colo red fa bric loveseat

Glass coffee table & 2 matching glas s end tables

TV swivel cabinet

Open shelf ca bine t. RCA black microwave.

3 shelf open cabinet

Energy Star black water cooler. Set of glasses. Set of dishes

Man's 6 drawer brown dresser. Call Jim (516) 508-6375

Garage Sale

AMITY HA RB OR Sat. Sept. 14th

10 am – 3 pm

Furniture, Loveseat , Coffee Table w/2 End Tables, TV

Swivel Cabinet, RCA

Black Microwave, 2 Car Seats, Energy Star Black Water Cooler, Set of Glasses, Set of Dishes, Toys, Girl's

Children Clothes, Pink Stroller, Grey Graco High Chair, Housewar es & more.

1 Irving Road (off Coolidge Ave.)

each 46” Samsung Flat Screen TV $89.00. X-Box Console $115.00.

LINDENHURST

ESTATE/MOVIN G SALE 8AM Sat & Sun 9/14 & 9/15.

Everything Must Go

Furniture, La mps

Tr undle Bed, Crystal Chandel ier. Lenox Crystal, Norman Rockwell Co mplete Set of Royal Dalton Chin a (service for 12)

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“Laugh Out Loud” Comedy Fundraiser For Adelphi Breast Cancer Hotline

Join the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program at a night of laughs at Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown. “Laugh Out Loud” brings some of the area’s top comics on stage on Thursday, September 26 . Doors open at 6:30 pm for the 8:00 pm show. Governor’s Comedy Club is located at 90 Division Avenue in Levittown. Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance. Food and drink will be available for purchase and there is a two-item minimum per person. Audience members must be 16+. Register https://breast-cancer.adelphi.edu/ au_event/comedy-night/

Raffle tickets will be available the night of the event and the winners will be announced live. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. All funds raised will be used to support Adelphi Breast Cancer Hotline services.

Since 1980, the Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program has offered emotional support and information to people with and/or concerned about breast cancer. All of the services are free and confidential. To speak with a breast cancer volunteer, or a licensed social worker, please call the hotline at 800-877-8077. You are not alone.

Did You Know?

(NAPS)—Slow down during the last half hour before you go to bed, advises Dr. Richard Shane, the licensed psychotherapist and sleep therapist who developed the Sleep Easily Method that leads you gently into sleep. Learn more at www. drshane.com and www. sleepeasily.com.

September Is National Suicide Prevention Month

AFSP-LI Is Leading The Fight For Suicide Awareness And Prevention Here On Long Island

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death. Suicide continues to be an urgent public health matter with nearly 50,000 people dying by suicide and 1.6 million people attempting suicide in the United States in 2022 (the most current data available).

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, a leader in this work, invites the public to join our growing movement and take action to save lives during this

awareness month and beyond. It’s time to take one big step together.

Since 2002, millions of people have attended the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s OUT OF THE DARKNESS COMMUNITY WALKS in communities across the country, raising awareness and funds that go toward education programs, advocacy efforts, and scientific research that reveals how we can save more lives.

By walking with others, we find comfort in knowing we are not alone, and that we are connected through great purpose to healing and support. So join us – as parents, neighbors, family members, classmates and colleagues – at our

two Out of the Darkness Community Walks on Long Island, as we all take a step in the right direction: towards HOPE.

Our Out of the Darkness East End Long Island Community Walk will be held on Sunday, September 22nd, beginning at 10:00 am in Smith Point County Park in Shirley. You can find out more information and register at //www.afsp. org/longislandwalkeast. Our Out of the Darkness Long Island Community Walk will be held on Sunday, October 27th, beginning at 10:00 am in Jones Beach Field #5 in Wantagh. You can find out more information and register at www.afsp.org/ longislandwalkwest.

Some call it spectacular; some call it exquisite; we call it home. The Mitchell family is synonymous with fine homes and has represented the most stunning examples of t he Babylon Lifestyle over the years. If you wish to own your own piece of Babylon, or have your home represented only by the best agents and the best Company… The Next Move is Yours

For your private showing or sellers’ success plan, call Sharon Mitchell 631.831.4247

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