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NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE AMITYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

BUDGET VOTE AND TRUSTEE ELECTION

APRIL 4, 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the qualified voters of the Amityville Union Free School District (the “District”), Town of Babylon, Suffolk County and Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York will be held at the Amityville Public Library, 19 John St., Amityville, New York 11701 (the “Library”) on Tuesday, April 4, 2022, between the hours of 12:00pm (noon) and 9:00pm, for the purpose of voting on the following items:

1) To adopt the annual budget of the Amityville Public Library for the fiscal year 2023-2024, and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District; and

2) The election of one (1) member of the Board of Trustees for a five-year term commencing July 1, 2023 and expiring on June 30, 2028, as a result of the expiration of the term of office presently held by Anthony Ceriello.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that copies of a statement of the estimated library expenses for the fiscal year 2023-2024 may be obtained at the Library and in the Office of the School District Clerk, located at 150 Park Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, daily except Saturday and Sunday, beginning March 13, 2023 between 9:00am and 4:00pm.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the Library will host a public informational meeting for the purposes of discussion of the proposed 2023-2024 Library Budget on March 20, 2023. All residents of the District are invited to attend at the Library.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that candidates for the office of Trustee of the Library Board of Trustees shall be nominated by petition. Petitions must be filed with the School District Clerk (address above), between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm no later than Monday, March 6, 2023. Forms of petition may be obtained from the School District Clerk. Each petition must be directed to the School District Clerk; must state the name address of the candidate; must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) voters of the District, and list each signer’s address.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN

that pursuant to section 2014 of the Education Law, personal registration of voters is required, and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting and election whose name does not already appear on the register of said school district, or who does not register as hereinafter provided, except as may otherwise be provided by the laws of the State of New York. Registration is available in the Office of the School District Clerk (address above) Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, through March 28, 2023. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered previously hereunder for an annual or special meeting or election, and who shall have voted at any annual meeting or election, held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to the preparation of the register.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the Office of the School District Clerk (address above). Completed applications must be received in the Office of the School District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Absentee ballots must be received by the School District Clerk, or in the polling place at the Library, not later than 5:00pm, prevailing time, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the School District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays and Sundays and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the election.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a qualified voter whose ability to appear personally at the polling place is substantially impaired by reasons of permanent illness or physical disability, and whose registration record has been marked “permanently disabled” by the Board of Elections pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law, shall be entitled to receive an absentee ballot without making separate applications therefore.

FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter. Military voters who are qualified voters of the Library District may submit an

application for a military ballot. Military voters may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application or ballot. Military voter registration forms and military ballot applications must be received in the Office of the School District Clerk (address above) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday March 3, 2023. No military ballot will be canvassed unless it is received by the Office of the School District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the election.

Dated: Amityville, New York February 15, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE AMITYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY AND TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

BY DISTRICT CLERK AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE AMITYVILLE

VOTACIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DEL FIDEICOMISARIO

4 DE ABRIL DE 2023

POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que una Reunión Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de Amityville Union (el “Distrito”), Ciudad de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk y Ciudad de Oyster Bay, Condado de Nassau, Nueva York se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de Amityville, 19 John St., Amityville, Nueva York 11701 (la “Biblioteca”) el martes 4 de abril, 2022, entre las 12:00 pm (mediodía) y las 9:00 pm, con el propósito de votar sobre los siguientes puntos:

1) Adoptar el presupuesto anual de la Biblioteca Pública de Amityville para el año fiscal 202 3-202 4, y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito; y

2) La elección de un (1) miembro de la Junta de Síndicos por un período de cinco años que comienza el 1 de julio de 202 3 y termina el 30 de junio de 2028, como

resultado de la expiración del mandato que actualmente ocupa Anthony Ceriello.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que se pueden obtener copias de un estado de los gastos estimados de la biblioteca para el año fiscal 202 3-202 4 en la Biblioteca y en la Oficina del Secretario Administrativo de la Escuela, ubicada en 150 Park Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, todos los días excepto sábados y domingos, a partir del 1 de marzo 3, 2023 entre las 9:00 am y las 4:00 pm.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que la Bibliotecaorganizará una reunión informativa pública con el fin de discutir el presupuesto propuesto para la Biblioteca 202 3-202 4 el 2 de marzo de 2023. Todos los residentes del Distrito están invitados a asistir a la Biblioteca.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Junta de Síndicos de la Biblioteca serán nominados por petición. Las peticiones deben presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección arriba), entre las 9:00 am y las 5:00 pm a más tardar el lunes 6 de marzo de 2023. Las formas de petición se pueden obtener del Secretario del Distrito Escolar. Cada petición debe dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; debe indicar la dirección del nombre del candidato; debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes de la Destricta, y enumerar la dirección de cada firmante.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, de conformidad con la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, se requiere el registro personal de los votantes, y ninguna persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha reunión y elección cuyo nombre no aparezca ya en el registro de dicho distrito escolar, o que no se registre como se establece a continuación, salvo que las leyes del Estado de Nueva York dispongan lo contrario. Laregistro está disponible en laoficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior) de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., hasta el 28 de marzo de 2023. El registro así preparado incluye a todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para su inscripción de conformidad con el presente documento, y a todas las personas que se hayan inscritopreviamente en virtud del presente para una reunión o lección anual o especial, y que hayan votado en cualquier reunión o reunión anual. lección, celebrada o realizada en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a

la preparación del registro. SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes de lotes de bal en ausenciapueden solicitarse en el Office del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior). Las solicitudes completadas deben recibirse en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección, si la boleta se va a enviar por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la boleta debe entregarse personalmente al votante. Las boletas de voto en ausencia deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito Escolar, o en el lugar de votación en la Biblioteca, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora prevaleciente, el martes 4 de abril de 2023. Una lista de personas a quienes se les habrán emitido boletas de voto en ausencia estará disponible en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al día de la elección, excepto los sábados y domingos y dicha lista también se publicará en el lugar de votación en la elección.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que un votante calificado cuya capacidad para presentarse personalmente en el lugar de votación se ve sustancialmente afectada por razones de enfermedad permanente o discapacidad física, y cuyo registro de registro ha sido marcado como “permanentemente discapacitado” por la Junta Electoral de conformidad con las disposiciones de la Ley de Educación, tendrá derecho a recibir una boleta de voto en ausencia sin hacer solicitudes separadas por lo tanto.

Se notifica además que los votantes militares que no están actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados. Los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del Distrito de Bibliotecas pueden presentar una solicitud para una boleta militar. Los votantes militares pueden designar una preferencia para recibir un registro de votante militar, una solicitud de boleta militar o una boleta militar por correo, transmisión por fax o correo electrónico en su solicitud de dicho registro, solicitud de boleta o boleta. Los formularios de registro de votantes militares y las solicitudes de boletas militares deben recibirse en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior)a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del viernes 3 de marzo de 2023. No se realizará ningún escrutinio de boleta militar a menos que sea recibida por la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar a más tardar

a las 5:00 p.m. el día de la elección.

Fechado: Amityville, New York Febrero 15, 2023

POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE FIDEICOMISARIOS DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE AMITYVILLE, BABYLON CIUDAD DE SUFFOLK COUNTY , Y CIUDAD DE OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

POR SECRETARIO DE DISTRITO

AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, PUEBLO DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, PUEBLO DE OYSTER BAY, CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

AM, MAS & MP - 260 - 2/15, 3/1, 3/15 & 3/29/23

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Parents who want to encourage their children to volunteer may find their efforts at doing so are more convincing if they volunteer themselves. A 2013 study published in the Journal of Adolescence examined the effects that parents who volunteer and talk about volunteering have on children. Researchers found that the children of volunteers were 27 percent more likely to volunteer than children whose parents did not volunteer. In addition, adolescents were 47 percent more likely to volunteer when their parents volunteered and talked about volunteering with their children.

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Ms. New York Senior America Pageant Contestant

Carol DAmato, Fashion Stylist-Designer, CEO/ Founder of All Dazzle, while in the business of fashion has passionately volunteered her time and talent throughout the community and beyond with a mission to help women everywhere shine brilliantly.

Carol, a long-time Massapequa resident, will compete in this year’s 2023 Ms. New York Senior America Pageant on May 7th at the Bayway Arts Theater, East Islip. The winning Queen receives a crown, sash, and a cash reward, and further moves on to compete in the Senior America National Pageant held in Atlantic City, NJ.

The Ms. New York Senior America Pageant is the world’s first and foremost Pageant to emphasize and give honor to women who

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Exterior Renovations That Boast The Best ROI

Spring Cleaning Tips And Tricks

Spring is a time of year when change is in the air. Trees are budding, plants are flowering, and homes laden with dark or heavy fabrics and clutter could use some lightening up.

Spring cleaning projects are popular this time of year as residents take inventory of their living spaces and aim to declutter, clean, and increase efficiency. Some people find the prospect of getting organized overwhelming. Here are some tips that can help anyone master spring cleaning.

• Create a plan. Make a checklist and establish a cleaning plan of attack. Focus on areas that are not regularly cleaned, as they probably need a little attention.

• Assemble your cleaning kit. Spring cleaning can be slowed down considerably if you don’t have all of your equipment ready. Items to have on hand include

an all-purpose cleaner, concentrated cleaner, microfiber cloths, paper towels, mop, vacuum, dusters, and a squeegee. Adjust your equipment based on the task at hand.

• Curate your cleaning playlist. Create a playlist with songs that will get you moving and motivated to clean.

• Work from top to bottom. Work efficiently by cleaning shelves, ceiling fans, and other elevated items first, as dust and debris will trickle down and need to be cleaned next.

• Purchase or rent a carpet cleaner. According to the experts at Clean That Up, carpets help filter indoor air by trapping debris and allergens. By deep cleaning carpets, homeowners can improve the indoor air quality of their homes. Use a carpet cleaner on a warm, dry day so that windows can be opened and cross breezes will help dry the

damp rug.

• Clean windows. Wash windows inside and out and utilize their screens to help brighten indoor spaces.

• Deep clean the kitchen. Clean out and disinfect the refrigerator by wiping it down with warm water and baking soda or a vinegar-andwater solution. While in the kitchen, set the oven to the self-clean function so it becomes cleaner as well.

Homeowners also can focus on cleaning curtains (including shower curtains), steam-cleaning upholstery, removing clutter from closets, cleaning out the dryer vent and duct tubing, wiping inside kitchen drawers, and vacuuming under beds and other furniture.

Spring cleaning can bring the revitalizing nature of this beloved time of year into your home.

Remodeling with a return on investment in mind can be a smart strategy for homeowners, whether one is thinking about moving in the next few months or further down the road. Though this approach is an inexact science, in many instances, it’s savvy for homeowners to consider what buyers may want when planning home improvements.

Homeowners may be surprised to learn which renovations garner the best ROI at resale. The home loan and refinancing company RenoFi indicates that overall home improvement projects provide a 70 percent ROI on average. Many high-ROI projects add functional space and improvement. The following are some exterior renovations that help homeowners recoup the most money at resale, according to Remodeling magazine’s “2022 Cost vs. Value Report.”

1. Garage Door Replacement: 93.3 percent

recouped of $4,041 cost

2. Manufactured Stone Veneer: 91.4 percent recouped of $11,066 cost

3. Siding Replacement (Fiber Cement): 68.3 percent recouped of $22,093 cost

4. Window Replacement (Vinyl): 67.5 percent recouped of $20,482 cost

5. Siding Replacement (Vinyl): 67.2 percent recouped of $18,662 cost

6. Window Replacement (Wood): 66.3 percent recouped of $24,388 cost

7. Deck Addition (Wood): 64.8 percent recouped of $19,248 cost

8. Entry Door Replacement (Steel): 63.8 percent recouped of $2,206 cost

The majority of renovations on Remodeling Magazine’s list of the best investments are exterior renovations, making this area of a home a particular point of interest for homeowners. The only interior project that cracked the Top 10 ROI for projects was a minor midrange kitchen

remodel.

Exterior renovations perhaps add the most bang for your buck because they’re not only functional but also because they add immediate curb appeal. Much in the way it has been said people eat with their eyes first — which is why chefs spend so much time on elaborate plating — buyers will judge a property by how it looks when they arrive, even before they’ve stepped inside a home. In essence, home buyers often judge a book by its cover. A worn exterior may indicate to potential buyers that the home was not maintained, however false that assumption may be.

It’s important for homeowners to consider all factors before beginning a renovation. Certain projects offer a stronger return on investment than others, and that’s a significant consideration for homeowners thinking of selling their homes.

What To Know About Landscape Lighting

Home improvement trends come and go, and one trend that has become wildly popular in recent years is recognizable in yards every night. Landscape lighting has transformed how people see and enjoy their properties at night, making it one of the more sought-after upgrades among modern homeowners.

Curb appeal is often seen through the lens of how homes appear during daylight hours, but landscape lighting can make homes look better and more modern, and potentially safer after the sun goes down. With such potential, landscape lighting is worth exploring for homeowners looking to upgrade their properties.

Are there different types of landscape lighting?

When considering landscape lighting, homeowners should know that there are various options to consider. According to the lighting experts at Lumens, spotlights project a concentrated and narrow beam of light that’s usually around 45 degrees. Spotlights are often chosen to highlight specific features on a property, like a component of the landscaping. Individuals who want to cast light over wider, more general areas may consider floodlights, which Lumens notes spread light up to 120 degrees.

Inground lighting is among the more sophisticated landscape lighting options.

Lumens notes that inground lighting illuminates the whole of a tree or structure, often creating a dramatic look. These circleshaped lights also are great at illuminating walkways and driveways.

Post lights are another outdoor lighting option, and these are often used to light up long walkways and pathways so it’s easier and safer to navigate dark areas at night. Is landscape lighting a job a DIYer can

Collection Drive To Support Veterans At VA Hospital

Oyster Bay Town

Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Clerk Richard LaMarca today announced that the Town will host a “Spring into Action” Collection Drive in support of the Northport VA. During the month of April, residents are invited to donate toiletries and clothing.

“From hosting veteran appreciation events to recognizing their service with Hometown Heroes Banners in our parks, the Town of Oyster Bay is committed to honoring veterans for their service to our nation,” Supervisor Saladino said. “Please join this mission to help bring the comforts of home to veterans living at the Northport VA Hospital

by making a donation to our collection drive during the month of April.”

Most needed items include toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, unscented deodorant, body wash, unscented lotion, nail clippers, and shampoo), clothing (men’s underwear size 2XL & 3XL, men’s sweat suits size 2XL & 3XL, socks, flip flops, pajamas, and scarves), and entertainment (magazines, movies, and CDs, especially Greatest Hits of the ‘50s & ‘60s).

“When I learned that the Northport VA has a “Wish List” of items their veterans need, I knew Supervisor Saladino and the Town Board would spring into action with me

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Many homeowners consider a do-ityourself approach when pondering a potential home renovation, and a landscape lighting project is likely to inspire such curiosity as well. The home experts at HGTV note that the feasibility of DIY in regard to a landscape lighting project depends on the type of lighting homeowners want to install and where they want to install

it. Replacing an existing electrical fixture may be well within the skill of a seasoned DIYer, but installing a new fixture is a job best left to the professionals. Homeowners whose homes currently have no or very little landscape lighting are almost certainly better off working with a professional. Solar lighting that does not require any electrical work can be installed quickly and easily by anyone, but such options may not provide the look homeowners are aiming for.

How much lighting is necessary?

The amount of lighting homeowners want to install is up to them. If the home currently has little or no landscape lighting, a consultation with a professional can help to determine how much lighting to install and where to install it. When discussing landscape lighting, homeowners may want to inquire about dimmers. Dimmers can increase or decrease lighting depending on the situation. For example, homeowners may want a little extra light during a party, but less when relaxing alone outside at night. Dimmers allow homeowners to adjust as necessary.

Landscape lighting is a popular home renovation trend. Homeowners considering adding landscape lighting to their property are urged to work with a skilled professional to devise and install a set-up that makes their homes more appealing at night.

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to help ensure these needs are met,” Clerk LaMarca said. “I thank them for partnering with me to organize this critical initiative, and I thank the residents of our wonderful Town in advance for their generosity and support of our Veterans.”

The Town’s Collection Drive will run through the month of April. Collection Bins will be available on weekdays from 9:00am to 4:45pm at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa), and the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage). For more information, please call (516) 6246380 or email ealter@ oysterbay-ny.gov.

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Items listed are free of charge. Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run in the calendar on a space available basis. For further information, call 631.226.2636, extension 211 or send events to nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 1

10:00AM-1:00PM

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

Visit the Coral House in Baldwin for breakfast with the Easter Bunny. Adults are $46.95 and kids are $31.95. Reservations are required, so please call 516-223-6500 to save your seat.

10:00AM-4:00PM

CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR

The AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary #18 will be having a craft and vendor fair as a fundraiser. The event will be held at the AMVETS Post in East Islip. Admission is free. Contact Gloria at 631-277-9842 for more information.

12:00PM-2:00PM

ANNUAL SPRING EGG HUNT

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that the 30th annual Spring Egg Hunt will take place at Belmont Lake State Park. Call 631321-3510 or visit parks.ny.gov for more information.

SUNDAY, APRIL 2

8:30AM-12:00PM

FSC RAM RUN 5K RUN/WALK

Rain or shine at Farmingdale State College, Nold Athletic Complex. Family friendly event. Free kids fun run once around the track at 8:30 am. 5k start at 9am. High quality tees and blanket give away. Proceeds support FSC Alumni Association. Save $5 and register at events.elitefeats.com/ramrun23

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5

8:00PM

PASSOVER SEDERS

The Chai Center family invites you and yours to join The Chai Center for our Passover Seder. Share the spirit and

the warmth of the Passover experience in a traditional setting. Reservations in advance are required. Visit thechaicenter. com/seder to reserve.

SATURDAY, APRIL 15

12:00PM-4:00PM

ANIMAL ADOPTION EVENT

This event is sponsored by Long Island University. Adopt an animal at LIU Post, the Pratt Recreation Center Lot. Follow @ourcauseforpaws on instagram for updates. Rain date is April 16th.

SUNDAY, APRIL 16

8:00AM-4:00PM

CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET

Long Island Cars will present their "Super Swap Sunday" Car Show and Swap Meet at Flowerfield Fairgrounds. Enjoy classic show cars, vendors fair food and live music. Visit LongIslandCars.com for more information.

TUESDAY, APRIL 18

6:00PM-8:00PM

ALZHEIMER'S COMMUNITY FORUM

he Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will partner with the Wyandanch Senior Center and The Witness Project. for an in person event called “Alzheimer’s Community Forum" at the Wyandanch Senior Nutrition Center. For questions call Joanna Rekas at 631-315-2916. To register visit communityresourcefinder.org.

SUNDAY, APRIL 23

3:00AM-4:30PM

BOOK READING

North Babylon Resident, Cheryl Williams will be doing a reading of her new book, A Lesson A Day: A Child's Way at the North Babylon Library. Registration begins on April 1st. Call the library at 631-669-4020 to register.

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

6:30PM-9:30PM

AN EVENING WITH JOHN MONTELEONE

The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet, Islip Library and Islip Schools will cohost an evening with Islip's own John Monteleone, one of the world's greatest instrument builders and the film about his work, "John Monteleone: The Chisels are Calling". Visit isliphamlethistory.org, or call 631-559-2915 for more information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

7:00PM-11:00PM

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL

Join the Seatuck Environmental Association in-person at the Scully Estate in Islip. Enjoy a pre-event reception featuring light fare courtesy of Costa Verde Hospitality, beer courtesy of DUBCO, wine, live music with Dennis & Ivan, and of course multiple short films shown on the big screen.Visit seatuck.org for more information.

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

10:00AM-4:00PM

SPRING VILLAGE CRAFT FAIR

Outdoor Spring Craft Fair with 100 exhibitors all crafts. Set on the beautiful grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society. Refreshments available and live music. Rain date May 7th. Call 631-8461459 for more information.

2:00PM-6:00PM

ARTHRITIS RAFFLE FUNDRAISER

The annual raffle fundraiser to benefit AiArthritis at the Lindenhurst Gazebo. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased at tinyurl.com/aiarthritis. Deadline to purchase tickets is April 16th. Email auctionforarthritis@gmail.com with any questions.

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By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for March is Canine Companions®

Canine Companions is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people by providing highly trained service dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. They proudly o er their support services free of charge to recipients.

Their Northeast Region (Long Island Chapter) is located right in Medford, however they have six regions across the country and serve all 50 states.

Gather your friends, family and dogs for a day of fun because DogFest is coming!

DogFest is a high-energy, dynamic event for dog lovers and Canine Companions supporters alike. This community event celebrates the human-canine bond and the incredible joy dogs bring to the lives of many every day. While egaging new friends, volunteers, supporters and donors, DogFest raises money and awareness of the non-profit’s mission. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, September 23 at Marjorie R. Post Community Park in Massapequa Park from 11AM-2PM and don’t forget, September is National

Service Dog Month, so it’s the perfect time to come together and support the mission of Canine Companions.

media coverage/advertising space, American Sign Language interpretation or anything else that may help this event run smoothly, it would be greatly appreciated by everyone at Canine Companions!

Volunteer On Event Day: Helping on the day of the event is a very fun way to engage your business, organization or yourself in the community! There are a variety of volunteer opportunities, and they’d love to have you help out.

This event o ers visitors a fun day of dog-related games, inspiring speakers, activities for kids, service dog demonstrations and more. Looking to make a di erence? There are many ways you can support DogFest and Canine Companions: Fundraising: There is no entry fee to the event, however fundraising is encouraged! There is a goal of $65,000, and all monies raised will directly benefit the organization.

Sponsorships: Ranging from $250 to $15,000+, you will benefit from increased exposure through the variety of sponsorship benefits o ered.

Provide In-Kind Resources: If you can share rental equipment,

For more information, please visit www.canine.org/dogfest, email dogfest@canine.org or call 631.561.0200.

If your non-profit would like to be featured in this column, please email noellelambert@longislandmediagroup.com for consideration.

Free Musical Performances At Local Libraries For

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Laura Maier announced that the Town Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through

April And May

Enjoy The Sounds Of Tom Petty, The Beatles, Billie Holiday And More

May 2023 with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.

“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series

provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilwoman Maier. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”

Scheduled performances for April and May include:

Diane Hoffman & Her Trio on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library

– Powerful Jazz vocalist performing songs from

the American Songbook. Breakdown on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Jericho Public Library – Performing the music of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library. For more information call Jericho Public Library (516) 9356790.

Rongaloy on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – Performing “Music is Universal”.

Matt Zale on Sunday,

April 30, 2023 at 2:30 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – Songs from The Beatles, Dave Clark Five, Roy Orbison, Herman’s Hermits, and more!

Gino DiNapoli on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 2:30 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – Performing Italian and American songs.

The Chamlins on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – Performing “Fine and

Dandy: The Ladies of Tin Pan Alley”. 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) 7977925 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/ CAPA.

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One of the most traumatic of losses, coping with the passing of a partner or spouse is very difficult and is an acutely unique intimate loss, usually leading to an overwhelming grieving process. But experts say that with thoughtful support, individuals who have experienced the loss of a partner, can find hope and purpose, and learn to navigate holidays and events again that tend to weigh heavily on widows and widowers.

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Kathryn Monaco Douglas, who was widowed at a young age, and who now helps widows and widowers through her sought-after support group, Widowed Not Alone, believes that with the right support from the very beginning of their grieving process, individuals who have lost partners do not need to feel as if they are now left to handle life on their own.

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“Widowhood is a club that no one wants to belong

to, but individuals who participate, are fortunate to have each other,” asserts Douglas, Founder and President of Widowed Not Alone. “At Widowed Not Alone, there is no support group completion date. It consists of an eight week program, but afterwards members continue with us socially. With shared commonalities, participants form lifelong friendships.”

“Our group model supports the bereaved from day one, to help individuals navigate through their loss from the start, whereas most others require grievers to wait up to three months before joining,” emphasized Douglas. “I feel that it’s vital to provide a welcoming community that provides a sense of belonging immediately knowing that mourners who have lost their partner or spouse face emotional and practical concerns and issues right away.”

“Pinelawn’s healing workshops focus on providing the tools and strategies for healthy coping with the loss of a loved one,” said Justin Locke, President of Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum. “We are privileged to have had Kathryn lead this important workshop and also want to thank COPE, our partner in generating awareness for grief healing services. Pinelawn is proud to make these essential grief workshops available for free to the bereaved.”

“Our community is very fortunate to have had Kathryn leading this important and timely workshop - her work and her wisdom come directly from her own lived experience,” said Adam Rabinovitch, Executive Director of COPE. “We are grateful to Kathryn and to Pinelawn for creating this opportunity for connection and closeness with others - it is a crucial part of the grief experience and healing from the loss of an intimate partner.”

Some ideas and suggestions Douglas shared with participants during the workshop, to help them through the recent Valentine’s Day holiday included, making a plan in advance so that you’re not left alone or without an activity. She also suggested that if you do go out, to take your own car, so that you can leave whenever you’re ready.

Now in its third year, Pinelawn’s online Grief Healing Workshop Series was created during the Covid Pandemic to support those mourning the loss of loved ones, when many remained isolated in their homes. To date, Pinelawn has hosted 25 online grief healing workshops which have assisted over 1,300 individuals coping with grief. Topics covered have included Self-Healing & Resilience Building, Rethinking the Holidays After Loss, Journaling for Life After Loss, Allowing Nature to Hold Us, Healing Through Music, and more.

About Cope

Founded in 1999, COPE is a nonprofit grief and healing organization helping parents and families living with the loss of a child. Started by bereaved parents, COPE now offers professionally led support groups, a grief support phone line, and monthly healing workshops including yoga, meditation, Reiki, art, movement, music, writing and journaling. COPE has grown to support children and teens who have lost a loved one, particularly through COPE’s Camp Erin® NYC, a free summer weekend experience to support kids and parents who are grieving. Learn more at www.copefoundation.org

About Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum

For more information about Widowed Not Alone, including details on upcoming workshops, please visit, www.widowednotalone. com/.