MASSIVE RENOVATION COMPLETED AT JONES BEACH THEATER
After undergoing a massive renovation, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater is now open for the
summer concert
Thanks to a partnership between New York State Parks and Live Nation, the multi-year project seamlessly integrates a robust series of improvements and upgrades. The reopening of the landmark venue is the culmination of three years of planning and nearly two years of construction, resulting in a refreshed and reenergized Jones Beach Theater.
JULY HAPPENINGS
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THURSDAY, JULY 11
9:00AM to 9:00PM, and continues on FRIDAY, JULY 12
9:00AM to 9:00PM SHOOTOUT FOR SOLDIERS
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board will host the 10th Annual “Shootout for Soldiers” 24-Hour Lacrosse Benefit Game at the Town of Oyster Bay’s John J. Burns Park on Merrick Road in Massapequa. The event benefits veterans and active duty military personnel. The Long Island Air Force Association will conduct a special ceremony on July 12th at 11:00am to honor hometown Vietnam War Veterans and present them with medals that commemorate their service to our nation. For more information, please visit http://shootoutforsoliders.com or contact Harry Jacobs at longisland@ shootoutforsoldiers.com at 516-315-3002.
FRIDAY, JULY 12
9:00AM-11:00 AM SPEAKER SERIES: RESTORATIVE AQUACULTURE & THE GREAT SOUTH BAY
How Does Aquaculture Affect Water Quality? Join us as we explore various aspects of how aquaculture can contribute to water quality restoration. Seating is limited. Registration is a must. Email info@ savethegreatsouthbay.org or call 631-848-0210 with any questions.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
11:30AM-3:00PM
LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER PICNIC Levittown Community Council’s 27th Annual Lazy Days Of Summer Picnic FREE Admission, Entertainment, Games and Activities. Jerusalem
Avenue Park at the East Village Green, Jerusalem Ave., Levittown. Open to all residents of the Levittown and Island Trees school district communities. For information, call 516-735-5901 or email levittowncouncil@yahoo.com
10:00AM-4:00PM
ANTIQUE CAR SHOW
Wantagh Preservation Society's 3rd annual Antique Car Show. Rain date: Saturday July 20th. Wantagh Preservation Society Museum, 1700 Wantagh Avenue in Wantagh. Fee adults $1. 17 yrs & younger are free. Refreshments for sale, 50/50 raffle, entertainment, kids crafts 12:00 - 2:00pm, music, museum complex sites will be open to the public. Any questions, please email Wantaghmuseum@gmail.com
TUESDAY, JULY 16
6:00PM
NORTH BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNUAL REORGANIZATION MEETING
The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its Annual Reorganization Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library. The regular meeting of the Board will immediately follow the Reorganization Meeting. The public is invited to attend. The North Babylon Public Library is located at 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon. for information, please call Marc D. Horowitz, Director, 631-669-4020
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
4:00PM-9:00PM
WOW: WEDNESDAYS ON WELLWOOD
The Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Lindenhurst presents WOW: Wednesdays on Wellwood! This is
a fun, free block party for the whole family. Come enjoy live music, local vendors and outdoor dining. Rain date is July 24. There will be a second event on August 14 from 4:00PM-9:00PM, with a rain date of August 21.Visit www.lindenhurstchamber.org for more information.
SATURDAY, JULY 20
at Brookside Park, W. Sayville 2:00PM Saturday, July 27 at South Shore Mall, Bay Shore 6:00PM
FREE SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "A Comedy of Errors" by William Shakespeare. A fully costumed version of "A Comedy of Errors" has been created by Studio Theater Long Island Troupe for Islip Arts Council. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/
SUNDAY, JULY 21
10:00AM - 3:00PM
ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Sagtikos Manor, 677 West Montauk Hwy, West Bay Shore. Spend the day at Sagtikos Manor for our Classic Car Show and view over hundred antique cars and listen to music on our great lawn. Vote for your favorite car with our People’s Choice Awards. Food available for purchase and take a manor house while you are here (extra admission). Car Show admission $5 pp, children under 5 free. Show cars welcome. $15 registration fee. For more information: info@sagtikosmanor.org or call dsubbiondo@aol.com. www. sagtikosmanor.org.
Councilman Tom Hand
Nadia Cooblall was unable to attend.
Association. Officers include President John Guerriero, Vice President Michael Dell’Anno, Recording Secretary Dan Riveira and Corresponding Secretary Roxana Riveira. Treasurer
“Civic Associations are an important component of our community as they bring people together to talk about important issues in our neighborhoods,” said Councilman Hand. “As your representative in Town government, I can certainly assure our civic associations
that Town officials appreciate working with you to make our community an even greater place to live, work and raise a family. These Nassau Shores Civic Association officers should be proud in knowing that on a daily basis, throughout their terms, they make a positive difference in the lives of others.”
Pravato Reminds Residents To Avoid Penalties By Paying General Taxes Prior To August 12th
Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato reminds residents that the Second Half of the 2024 General Tax Levy is due on July 1st, but can be paid without penalty through August 12th.
“New York State Law allows my office to provide taxpayers with a 40-day penalty free period from the date the tax is due during which payment may be made without penalty,” Receiver Pravato explained. “After the 40 days, State Law requires a one percent penalty be added for each month the tax remains unpaid. So make your payment before August 12th and don’t delay, and you will ensure you aren’t paying more out of pocket than you need to.”
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Baked Ziti
Meat Lasagna
Baked Manicotti
Baked Stuffed Shells
Baked Cheese Ravioli
Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
Penne with Butter Sauce
Penne with Garlic & Oil
Penne alla Vodka served in a pink, cream sauce
Spaghetti with Meatballs pasta topped with our homemade meatballs
Spaghetti with Sausage
Penne with Meat Sauce
Spaghetti Carbonara bacon, peas and onions in a white cream sauce
Fettucine Alfredo served in a white cream sauce
Rigatoni Bolognese
ground beef & veal with tomato sauce, onions, peas, herbs & a touch of cream
Rigatoni Buttera sausage & spinach, topped with fresh mozzarella in garlic & oil
Chicken Parmigiana fried chicken cutlet, baked with mozzarella and tomato sauce
Chicken alla Vodka Parmigiana fried chicken cutlet, baked with mozzarella and vodka sauce
Chicken Francese lightly battered, lemon, white wine & butter
Chicken Marsala lightly battered with mushrooms & marsala wine sauce
sliced chicken, eggplant, melted mozzarella, served in a brown demi-glace
Eggplant Parmigiana fried eggplant, baked with mozzarella & tomato sauce
Eggplant Rollatini
ricotta, mozzarella and tomato sauce
Sausage, Peppers & Onions
During the months between graduating high school and beginning college, or between getting a university degree and entering the workforce, graduates may want to explore the personal growth that comes from volunteerism.
Volunteering provides various benefits. Some of these rewards include networking with an entirely different group of people. Volunteering also can help a person realize greater happiness by doing selfless acts for others, while they also can help one to realize a new passion. In the future, volunteering with an organization also may help with a student’s job search.
There are many arenas where young people can focus their volunteer efforts. Here are some ideas.
• Animal shelter: Animal shelters rely on volunteers to help with
Volunteer Opportunities For Recent Grads
their operations. They can be a good fit for anyone with a passion for animals and animal rights activism.
• Public service sectors: AmeriCorp and Peace Corps have scores of opportunities for volunteers. AmeriCorp focuses on domestic issues, while the PeaceCorp is a branch of the U.S. government that engages volunteers in international service work. Community involvement, health care, agriculture, homelessness, and combatting hunger are top priorities for these organizations.
• English as a second language: Volunteers can spend time abroad teaching English to students. Others may want to volunteer domestically by helping non-English-speaking individuals improve their language skills.
• Community government: A person may choose to sit on the board of a school, a neighborhood housing association, or even explore volunteerism with a township municipal office. This will provide valuable hands-on experience and
may help one lend a voice to issues that affect his or her living situation.
• Religious groups: Churches, synagogues and mosques may have volunteer opportunities focused on community outreach or programs affiliated with local
nonprofits.
• Conservation groups: Volunteers can work on conservation projects across the country. From wildlife management to trail restoration to invasive species eradication, there are a wide variety of conservationbased volunteering opportunities.
• Tutoring: Graduates can volunteer to tutor students in local schools or overseas. Volunteerism can fill gap years or add to résumés for recent graduates.
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977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa, from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm to assist residents and accept payments with a check, cash or credit card. On August 9th and 12th both offices will be open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. When paying in person, residents are reminded to bring the entire tax bill. There are also outdoor walkup windows, and drop boxes have been installed at both locations for residents to make payments when the Tax Office is closed.
Residents who prefer to mail in their payments should send them to the Office of the Receiver of Taxes, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 117711539. Please make your check payable to Jeffrey P. Pravato, Receiver of
VFW Post 7763 Officers For 2024-2025 Sworn In
The 2024-2025 elected officers of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Sgt. Peter F. Colleran, Jr. Post 7763 Massapequa Park were recently sworn in at the Commander’s Dinner and Installation Ceremony. Past Post 7763 Commander William Colfer had the honor of administering the oath of office to VFW Post 7763 Commander Matthew “Bill” Gorman.
Following the swearing in of the Commander, the Senior Vice Commander Victor Crespo, Junior Vice Commander Luis Miranda and Quartermaster Arthur Krumm were sworn in by
Past Commander Colfer. Commander Gorman then spoke to those gathered and thanked the members of Post 7763 for their continued
Taxes and indicate your property’s Section, Block and Lot and telephone number on the check. Tax payments may also be made online through a link on the Town website, www. oysterbaytown.com.
Residents may view tax bills, print out a hard copy, or pay taxes with an ACH check payment for a fee of $1.75, or by credit card (for a much higher fee, charged by credit card companies). The Town of Oyster Bay receives no portion of this fee.
Residents may contact the Tax Office with any questions about their tax bill at 516-6246400 or by emailing receiveroftaxes@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
fellow Veterans in need and for the ongoing efforts for the betterment of the Massapequa Park community. In conclusion he indicated that working of Post 7763 can and will continue to make a difference in the future of fellow Veterans and the community.
Past Commander William Colfer Swears in Matthew Gorman as the VFW Post 7763 Commander for 2024-25.
2024-25.
Quartermaster, Victor Crespo as Senior Vice Commander, and Luis Miranda as Junior Vice Commander for
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