Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board, including Councilman Lou Imbroto, Councilwoman Laura Maier, Councilwoman Michele Johnson, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca, and Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato, visited with lifeguards at Town pool and beach facilities in recognition of National Lifeguard Day, held to honor those who work to protect the public in pool and ocean waters. Officials held a special ceremony recognizing three generations of beach lifesavers at TOBAY Beach, honoring John, Kim and Jack McGovern for more than 50 years of service as TOBAY lifeguards.
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Town, Rocco’s Voice For Autism Unveil Inclusive Play Communication Boards In Parks
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As part of the Town’s commitment to promoting inclusivity, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board partnered with Rocco’s Voice for Autism to install inclusive play communication boards in various town parks. These communication boards are designed to empower children with autism in their play experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and community while also helping children with autism develop their communication and social interaction skills.
for all children to play together – regardless of ability – and we welcome this opportunity to foster an understanding and compassionate environment.”
The communication boards feature symbols and images that facilitate nonverbal communication, enabling children with autism to express themselves more easily.
TOBAY Beach
• TOBAY Marina - TOBAY Beach
• Plainview Old Bethpage Park - Plainview
• Theodore Roosevelt Park
- Oyster Bay
• Florence Avenue BeachMassapequa
• Haypath Park - Plainview
• Borella Field - Bethpage
• Tappen Beach - Glen Head
“Rocco’s Voice for Autism is a truly inspiring organization working to ensure every child feels welcomed and included. The Town Board and I share this mission, which is why we’ve installed play communication boards in our town parks,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Communication boards create a universal language
This initiative aligns with Rocco’s Voice for Autism’s commitment to advocating for accessible and inclusive spaces for individuals with autism. Boards have been installed at the following Town facilities thanks to the generosity of the Warner Fund:
• Burns Park - Massapequa
• Allen Park – Farmingdale (2 Play Communication Boards)
• Marjorie Post ParkMassapequa
• Syosset Woodbury ParkSyosset
• TOBAY Spray Park -
• Plainedge ParkMassapequa
• Field of DreamsMassapequa
“We are excited about the positive impact these communication boards will have on the lives of children with autism in our community,” said Town Clerk Rich LaMarca. “This partnership exemplifies our dedication to creating an inclusive environment where every child can thrive, and we thank Rocco’s Voice for Autism for their continued dedication to this important cause.”
INCLUSIVE PLAY COMMUNICATION BOARDS - As part of the Town’s commitment to promoting inclusivity, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board partnered with Rocco’s Voice for Autism to install inclusive play communication boards in various town parks.
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The Long Island Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame Awards
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) recently awarded Ten $1000 scholarships to ten graduating students from across Long Island. Also, for the second year in a row a Pat DeRosa Memorial Scholarship was awarded in memory of LIMEHOF inductee Pat DeRosa.
Cooper Arbisi (Massapequa, NY, Massapequa High School)
Stephen Buff (Center Moriches, NY, Center Moriches High School, Flute)
Cody Chelune (Levittown, NY, Island Trees High School, Vocal, Tenor)
Jocelyn Chiu (Albertson, NY, Herricks High School, Instrument: Harp)
Giuliana Gallone (Kings Park, NY, Kings Park High School, Vocal/Bass Clarinet, Guitar & Piano)
Dara Gordon (Dix Hills, NY, Commack High School Vocal/Musical Theater)
Emily Helbock (Sayville, NY, Sayville High School, Instrument: French Horn/Piano)
Ryan Loughlin (Farmingdale, NY, Farmingdale High School, Vocal, Bass/Baritone, Cello/Piano)
Julian Zuzzolo (Sea Cliff, NY, North Shore High School, Percussion)
Pat DeRosa Scholarship Winner
Peter Hoss (Greenlawn, NY, Harborfields High School, Tenor Saxophone)
“We are thrilled to award these scholarships to such talented and dedicated young musicians,” said Tom Needham, LIMEHOF’s Educational Programs Director.
“Supporting the next generation of music students as they embark on their college journeys is at the heart of our mission. These scholarships not only recognize their hard work and passion but also reinforce our commitment to nurturing musical talent and education within our community. We can’t wait to see what these young people will accomplish in their musical careers.”
This is the first year that LIMEHOF has expanded its scholarships to include not only music but also the performing arts. This also marks the largest number of scholarships awarded in a single year since the program began.
LIMEHOF has awarded tens of thousands of scholarships to Long Island high school students since its inception. The students submit applications that are judged by LIMHOF’s education committee, chaired by board member Tom Needham. This year had a record number of applications received. Students from schools in Queens and Brooklyn are eligible to apply in addition to those from Nassau and Suffolk Counties. For more information about LIMEHOF’s scholarships and educational programs visit https://www.limusichalloffame.org/scholarshipsgrants/
• Expansive Showroom To See And Select Materials For Your Upcoming Project
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• Dedicated Project Manager Assigned To Oversee Each Renovation From Start To Finish
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AUGUST HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7
7:30PM-9:30PM
OWL PROWL WEDNESDAY
Visit Sweetbriar to meet and learn about some of their resident owls.
Embark on a walk into the darkness to enjoy the night and call some owls. Wear bug spray and bring a flashlight.
*Must have tickets to attend this event. No walk ins permitted* Open to families with children ages 5y and up. Sweetbriar Nature Center - ECSS 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
5:00 PM
FARMINGDALE MUSIC ON MAIN 2024
Sponsored by the Farmingdale Village Merchants Association. Music & Fun Along Main St. , between Prospect St & So Front St. For more information, please call 516-249-0093
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
8:00 PM
IAC CONCERT IN THE PARK
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of NYS Parks At Heckscher State Park in East Islip. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, Isliparts.org
6:30 – 10:30
BRUMIDI’S SUMMER LUAU
Constantino Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Ave in Deer Park, will be hosting a Summer Luau on Saturday August 10th. $45.00pp,
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Hawaiian Style Buffet Dinner, Beer, Wine & Soda Included, Hawaiian Entertainment, Raffles , Dancing and More. For Tickets call Angela: 631-225-9688 or Marianne 631-239-5036
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
AUGUST 10 & 11
Saturday 1OAM-9:30PM
Sunday 10AM-5PM
PAUMANAUKE POW WOW
The Paumanauke Native American Festival Inc., the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts, and The Town of Babylon present Paumanauke Pow Wow at Tanner Park in Copiague. Audience participation, Traditional Drums, Native Food, Dance Competitions, Quality Traders. For more information, please call BACCA Arts Center 631-587-3696
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11
11:00AM- 4:00PM
SPIRIT OF SUMMER ART FESTIVAL
Proudly hosted by the Spirit of Huntington, Long Island's Largest Non-Profit Art Festival. A day of fine art, community networking, food & dessert, raffles, games, activities and music! Rain Date: August 18th • FREE Admission. Located at 2 Melville Rd. N. in Huntington Station. For more information, please call 631-470-9620
MONDAY, AUGUST 12
7:00PM
LIGHTS OF HOPE
REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
To honor loved ones lost to an overdose. YES Community Counseling Center’s Annual Lights of Hope Remembrance Ceremony is being held on Monday, August 12, 2024. The ceremony will be held at YES Community Counseling Center’s Levittown office located at 152 Center Lane. For more information, contact Kathleen Coletta, LCSW (516) 799-3203 x127 or email at kcoletta@ yesccc.org
MONDAY, AUGUST 12 -16
9:30AM- 12:30PM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Community United Methodist Church is hosting a Vacation Bible School for ages 4-11. Children must be potty trained. $10 per child. CUMC is located at 100 Park Blvd. in Massapequa. For more information, or to register, please call 516-541-7008, or email: MASSAPCUMC@aol.com.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13
11:00AM- 4:00PM
CLAM SHUCKING CONTEST
The West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition for Long Island, Inc. is hosting their 30th Annual Clam Shucking Contest at the Bay Shore Marina on South Clinton Ave. in Bay Shore. Beer • Wine • Soda • Food • 50/50 • Live Music • Dancing • Huge Chinese Auction. Plus: Corn Husking contest & face painting for kids. For more information, please call 631-669-7707
Choosing The Best Flashlights
A flashlight is an invaluable part of any disaster preparedness kit, and it's a handy tool to have on hand in a car, at home or when traveling. You never know when you might need a flashlight, and it's helpful to have many on hand. When stocking up on flashlights for emergency kits, choose ones with light-emitting diode, or LED, technology. According to Popular Mechanics, LED flashlights are 70 percent more efficient than incandescent models. That means the batteries powering the light have the potential to last 10 times longer. Furthermore, LEDs do not have any fragile parts like incandescent bulbs. That makes them more likely to withstand shock or even endure being dropped.
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Steve Labriola announce the Town’s S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Homeowners Cleanup Days for summer 2024. During these programs, residents can drop off materials at the Old Bethpage Solid Waste Disposal Complex, located at 101 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Road in Old Bethpage.
S.T.O.P. programSaturday, August 10th
from 9am – 4pm: collects various hazardous materials, including: asbestos material (double bagged); automobile batteries; automobile tires (with or without rims); brake and transmission fluids; drain and oven cleaners; fire extinguishers; fares; fluorescent bulbs; gasoline; pesticides and insecticides; oil-based and latex paint; outdoor gas grill propane tanks; photo chemicals; rechargeable and button batteries; small aerosol cans; smoke detectors;
solvents; spot removers; thermostats; waste motor oil and antifreeze; and wood preservatives.
“Improperly disposing of products such as waste oil, oven cleaner or paint thinner could contaminate your water supply,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Anything poured on the ground or put into cesspools, storm drains, or recharge systems can work its way down to the aquifer or our waterways.”
Homeowners Cleanup
Days – Saturday, August 24th from 8:30am – 4pm: collects non-hazardous waste only, including: air conditioners; all e-waste; campers; boats and boat trailers (proof of ownership required - oil, gas, other fluids and batteries removed); clean, broken concrete; large metal items; propane tanks and propane torches; tires; and yard waste.
“Many of our residents take the opportunity to clean out their yards in
the summer months and may have large amounts of non-hazardous debris to dispose,” said Councilman Labriola. “Residents can bring items such as used tires, fence posts, clean broken concrete or yard waste to our Homeowners Cleanup.”
Free Paper Shredding Services - Saturday, August 24th from 8:30am – 4pm: provides residents an opportunity to destroy unwanted documents in a safe and secure
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manner. Residents only, no businesses, can bring up to four bankers’ boxes of paper to the shredding program. The Town’s S.T.O.P. and Homeowners programs are open to residents within the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal District. Proof of residency is required. For more information, including a full list of what is accepted at these programs, visit www. oysterbaytown.com/cleanup or call (516) 677-5848.
Aging men and women may be tempted to eschew home cooking entirely. After all, there are plenty of convenient frozen or take-
out foods available that can be whipped up in a snap. However, there are certain benefits to cooking your own meals. John Moore, DO, an
Aetna medical director and senior health specialist, says that cooking can be good for helping to stave off cognitive decline. Dr. Moore notes that,
when cooking, the mind is put to use following a recipe and learning new skills and tasks. Furthermore, cooking for oneself can boost seniors’
self-confidence, reassuring them that they can handle an important daily task without having to rely on their family for meals. As long as it is deemed safe (i.e., no sign of cognitive decline or forgetfulness), seniors should be encouraged to continue cooking.
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By JoAnn Cilla
As of August 1st, there are (or were) 153 days left in 2024. This month is usually a time for family, fun, and vacations, but it’s also a wonderful time to plan how you will hit the ground running right after Labor Day. So, my article for this month focuses on six ways to maximize the next 153 days while avoiding distractions and time robbers.
1. Set Clear, Achievable Goals. The first thing you should do is revisit your goals for the year. Determine what steps to take in the next five months to achieve them. Do you have the necessary resources? If not, how can you get them?
2. Prioritize and Plan. Create a detailed calendar outlining key tasks and deadlines. Prioritize activities that directly contribute to your goals. Use tools like planners or digital calendars to keep everything organized and
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to visualize your progress.
3. Eliminate Distractions
Identify and eliminate distractions that can derail your progress. Whether it’s excessive social media use, unproductive meetings, or a cluttered workspace, take steps to minimize ALL time robbers. Set specific times for checking emails and social media to avoid constant interruptions.
4. Focus on High-Impact Activities. Concentrate on activities that have the most significant
impact on your goals. For business, this could mean focusing on high-priority projects, networking, or developing new skills. In your personal life, it could mean spending quality time with family, engaging in meaningful hobbies, or investing in self-care.
5. Stay Accountable. Share your goals with a trusted friend, family member, or mentor who can help keep you accountable. Regular check-ins and progress updates can provide motivation and support. Consider joining a mastermind group or finding an accountability partner to stay on track. Remember, find someone who will tell you what you “need” to hear, not what you “want” to hear!
6. Reflect and Adjust. Review your progress and adjust your plans as needed. Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is crucial. If certain strategies aren’t working, don’t be
afraid to pivot and try something new. Keep moving forward, even if it’s in a slightly different direction. If you can set clear goals, eliminate distractions, focus on high-impact activities, stay accountable, and review your GPS plan regularly, you will put yourself in the best position to hit your goals and achieve success. Make it happen!
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