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South Bay's Neighbor

During a recent board meeting, Town of Babylon officials recognized March as Irish-American Heritage Month. Supervisor Rich Schaffer presented a Proclamation to the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 2 of Babylon commemorating this. L to R: John Gallagher Teamsters Local 237, DuWayne Gregory, TOB Councilman Tony Martinez, TOB Deputy Supervisor, Town Clerk Gerry Compitello, Piper Bob Farrell, Kevin Ferry, Bob O’Shea, Darrel Clark, Bob O’Shea, Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Jim McGrath, Councilman Anthony Manetta, Receiver of Taxes Jenifer Montiglio.

211 Route 109

West Babylon (631) 669-5445

www.wbpl.us

Nancy Evans, Director ***

FRIDAY FLICKS

Movies begin at 1 pm WBA720

West Babylon Public Library

Friday: April 4: Wicked (PG, 160 min)

VEGGIE & BLACK BEAN QUESADILLAS

Thursday, March 20, 7-8:30 pm WBA606

A nutritious and delicious option for lunch or dinner.

RANDAZZO FUEL

You’ll learn the best techniques and sample them with salsa and sour cream.

HERE COMES SPRING FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS

Monday, March 24, 7-8 pm

WBA129 IN PERSON

Join florist Irene in person at the Library and create a beautiful floral arrangement. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.

PAINTED

LIGHTED WINE BOTTLE

Tuesday, March 25, 7-8:30 pm

WBA131 IN PERSON

Join Betty to paint your own lighted wine bottle. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.

SENIOR ADVOCATE

Thursday, March 27, 10 am-12 pm

A Suffolk County Office for the Aging representative will be here to help with Medicaid, Senior ID Cards, food stamps, & more.

Patrons will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis.

CRICUT CRAFTING: SASSY SOCKS

Friday, March 28, 11 am-1 pm WBA809

Learn how to design your own personalized socks using our Makerspace Cricut machine. Non-refundable/ transferable materials fee: $5.

SEED GRAB BAG

Monday, March 31, 4-6 pm

Looking to start your garden? Stop by the library to choose from our seeds! No registration necessary.

ENGLISH: BEGINNERS

Tuesdays: April 1 & 15 WBA200 6:15-7:15 pm

Join us for this monthly class to help enhance your English language skills.

UNVEILING THE POWER OF NATIVE PLANTS

Tuesday, April 1, 7-8 pm WBA502

Join us for this introduction to native plants including biodiversity, LI’s watershed, lawn culture, leave the leaves, habitat, and an overview of some of our most important Long Island native plants.

YOGA

Wednesdays: April 2-30 6-7 pm WBA404

Non-refundable/transferable fee for the 5-week session: $10.

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EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

MARCH HAPPENINGS

THURS., MARCH 27th

6:30PM-9:30PM

MUSIC BINGO FUNDRAISER

The Seaford Historical Society will host a fundraiser, Music Bingo, at the museum. The event is $25 per person, which includes 2 bingo cards. There will be raffles, door prize and a 50/50. Coffee and water will be available. The museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Tickets can be purchased at their website seafordhistoricalsociety.org/ music-bingo. Seating is limited. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-783-8629

FRI., MARCH 28th

10:00AM-1:00PM

FIND YOUR TREASURE SALE

Simpson UMC Presents A Find your treasure sale. Clothing $5 a bag. New Clothing $3 a garment, Household Items, Children’s clothing, toys and furniture, Small animal needs. Something for everyone! Simpson UMC, 30 Locust Avenue in Amityville. Call Mary for more information 516-991-8098

SAT., MARCH 29th

8:30AM-11:30AM HECKSCHER STATE PARK

MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K

1 Heckscher State Parkway, Field 6 in East Islip. Rain or Shine. Boston Qualifier Marathon and USATF Certified 5K and Half Marathon! The course is fully stocked with water and nutrition stops. The course is on fully closed park roads. This is one

HOLIDAYS

9th - Daylight Savings Begins

17th - St. Patrick's Day

20th - Spring Begins

MAKE A SUBMISSION!

Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com

of the 1st Marathons & Half Marathons of the spring - come run a well supported event at Scenic Heckscher State Park! Each runner will receive a longsleeved shirt & a finisher medal! For more information, please contact Brendan Dagan 516-5313323

SUN., MARCH 30th

12:00PM-5:00PM NORTH BABYLON LIONS CLUB DART TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER

Sand City Brewery, 150 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. $39pp to play, includes cold foods and cash bar. $15pp to be a guest, includes cold foods and cash bar. Raffles, 50/50. Come join the fun and support one of their causes. For more info https://www.ourgroupline.org/ TheLionsClubofNorthBabylon/ or contact gail315@optonline.net

2:00PM FREE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES

Echoes of Sinatra at the Hicksville Public Library – Keeping the “Sinatra” memory alive! The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call 516-797-7900 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.

THROUGH MARCH 30th

8:00AM-6:00PM

FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW AT HICKS NURSERIES

100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. Free Event. Spring is in the Air at Hicks Nurseries’ 35th Annual Flower & Garden Show! Escape the chill of winter and step into spring as you discover eight unique gardens in full bloom. For more information, please call 516-334-0066

11:00AM-4:00PM MONSTER MAYHEM SCAVENGER HUNT

At The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold Spring Harbor. Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through March 30. Cost: Free Event. For Kids. Search for monster-themed artifacts hidden throughout our exhibits in this legendary scavenger hunt. Discover them all and win a finger puppet monster to take home! For more information, please call Cristina Ainslie at 631-367-3418

MON., MARCH 31st

7:30PM

BABYLON CHORALE AUDITIONS

The Babylon Chorale will hold auditions starting with rehearsal at 7:30pm at Sisters of St. Joseph Brentwood Campus, Building 5 All voice parts are welcomed. For further information, visit www.babylonchorale.org or email info@babylonchorale.org

ANTIPASTO

• Traditional Antipasto Platter

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter

FIRST COURSE

• Traditional Baked Ziti

• Penne alla Vodka

• Manicotti

• Stuffed Shells

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• Traditional Meat or Cheese Lasagna

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Potatoes

ANTIPASTO (Choose one)

• Traditional Antipasto Platter

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter

SALAD (Choose one)

• Crispy Green Garden Salad

• Traditional Caesar Salad

• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

• String Bean Casserole

• Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese with Fresh Berries

• String Bean Almondine

• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts

DESSERT (Choose one)

• Assorted Fresh Fruit Bowl

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MAIN COURSE (Choose one)

• American Spring Leg of Lamb

• Black Angus Filet Mignon Roast

• All Natural Hormone Free Stuffed Pork Roast

• Boar’s Head Brown Sugar, Sweet Sliced Holiday Ham

*8-10lb. avg. All meat comes raw, must be cooked.

• String Bean Casserole

• String Bean Almondine

• Candied Sweet Potatoes

• Candied Sweet Potatoes VEGETABLE (Choose two half trays)

• Sautéed Broccoli Garlic & Oil

• Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Student Scholarship Opportunity

New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso announced that the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is accepting applications for four $3,000 scholarships, two academic and two athletic. Scholarships are available to residents of the 9th Assembly District who are currently enrolled in a higher education program or are high school seniors

entering college. Students can access and complete the application by visiting: https://www.nyiacsl.org/ apply-for-scholarship-form The application deadline is Friday, March 30, 2025. “This is an excellent scholarship opportunity for high school seniors and college students in the 9th Assembly District who have worked hard, distinguished themselves from their peers and intend to pursue

higher education,” said Assemblyman Durso. “With college costs continually rising, this is a chance to lessen the financial burden that is a concern for so many young people and their families. I encourage eligible students in my district to apply.”

Applicants need not be of Italian American heritage to apply. Scholarship recipients will be announced in April and

contacted directly. Winners should plan on being in Albany on Monday, May 19th to receive their award at our Italian-American Day Celebration. For additional information, or to inquire if the student lives in the 9th Assembly District, please call Assemblyman Durso’s office at 516-5414598.

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LANDSCAPE DESIGNER (West Babylon, NY) Prep graphic representations or drawings of proposed plans or dsgns. Prep site plans, specs, or cost estimates for land dvlpmt. Analyze data on conditions such as site loc, drainage & soil, structure loc for envrmt’l reports & landscaping plans. Dvlp mktg materials, proposals, or presentations to generate new work opportunities. Research latest products, technology, or dsgn trends to stay current in the eld. Bachelor’s Deg in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Architectural Technology, or in a rltd eld reqd. 6 mos exp. in the job o d or as a Landscape Architect is req’d. M-F, 40 hrs/wk. $77,230.00/yr. Send resume to Guvanch Jygayev, President, GMS Construction Group

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