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(StatePoint) Gardening is not only a means for beautifying outdoor spaces and growing delicious foods. According to those who spend significant time in the yard, getting outside can also support your wellbeing.

“Gardening is good for the mind, it’s good for the soul and it’s good for the body,” said legendary football coach, Vince Dooley. “I enjoy coming out to garden, and when I finish, I feel like I’ve done something, and I feel good.”

Landscape architect Doug Scott of Redeem Your Ground recently visited Dooley in Athens, Ga. to discuss gardening and mental health. Here are some of the insights they shared:

Health Benefits

• Active benefits: Gardening exercises the body and clears the mind.

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Designing Your Garden For Better Mental Health

Studies show that increased outdoor exposure leads to fewer long-term health problems, helping improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, strength, and dexterity—all leading to better mental health.

Simply planting, growing, harvesting and maintaining plants gives you a direct emotional boost. Why?

Gardening helps foster nurturing instincts and restores a sense of hope and purpose, ultimately improving self-esteem.

• Passive benefits: Don’t have a green thumb? Don’t worry. Scientific evidence proves that just being in nature has positive impacts on stress levels and brain chemistry. It can also lower blood pressure, increase concentration and improve mood. What’s more, being outdoors offers a deeper sense of belonging and a

new sense of purpose outside the daily grind.

Designing Your Garden

Scott advises designing your garden to reflect how you want to live outside. He typically builds “rooms” connected by meandering paths for resting, unwinding, and feeling restored. However, your outdoor spaces don’t always need to be quiet. They can encourage activity as well. If you enjoy company, create gathering spaces. Or, if you have hobbies that can be done

outdoors like exercising, painting or writing, you can set aside areas for them.

Finally, Scott recommends designing your garden to awaken your five senses. Here’s how:

1. Sight: Choose calming colors, or those that bring you joy. The simple sight of a breathtaking array of plants or an arrangement of favorite flowers is bound to give your mental health a boost.

2. Taste: Growing your own food will provide you with an incredibly rewarding harvest. Not only will you be able to enhance meals with the fruits of your labor, you’ll get the personal satisfaction of a job well done.

3. Hearing: Among the plants and flowers, add fixtures, such as wind chimes and water features, that’ll produce soothing sounds. And with the new habitat you’ve created, you’ll enjoy bird song, too!

4. Touch: From the light, feathery textures of petals to the rough surfaces of bark or bush stems, touch offers a deeper sense of connection to nature.

5. Smell: You may already use aromatherapy indoors. Take this concept outside by growing fragrant flowers and herbs, so you can literally

2022 Annual Jake K Foundation Zombie Run!

The Jake K Foundation (JKF) is pleased to announce our 2022 annual “Zombie Run” to be held on Saturday, October 8th at Belmont Lake State Park in West Babylon. Join us for the Zombie Run 5k, a run or walk to benefit the Jake Koenigsdorf Foundation (the JKF)“Reducing the barriers to recovery.”  Run with us in person on race day, or join us

from anywhere in the world by using our virtual option.

The Mission of JKF is to bridge the gap for those affected and effected by Substance Use Disorder (Addiction) who are ready and willing to seek a solution. We are closing the gaps in the recovery road through education, connection, while providing resources to those without

access to resources. Funds donated to JKF are used to support entry funding and transportation to recovery facilities that use a peer community model that teaches a solution that have a program duration of four months or longer.

People in active drug and alcohol addiction will do damage to their families, end up in an institution,

in jail, die, or they work to build recovery. We create opportunities for people to take their lives back.

Participants will receive a long sleeve race t-shirt with our zombie race logo. Awards will go to the top overall male and female runners, plus the top winners in age groups.

“Not Dead Yet” Zombie Costume Contest. Think

you got what it takes to be the greatest zombie in the bunch?  Wear your finest Zombie garb to the event!  Our panel of undead experts will pick their favorites and award $50 Amazon gift cards to the six best costumes.  Criteria for winning will be determined by the panel, based on which costumes make us laugh, cry, scare us, or binge watch the Walking

“stop to smell the roses.”

Scott and Dooley offer more insights in “Garden Therapy,” a recent episode of “Done-In-A-Weekend Projects,” an original series from lawn care equipment manufacturer, Exmark. To watch the video, visit Backyard Life, which is part of a unique multimedia destination with a focus on helping homeowners make the most of outdoor spaces. There you can also download additional tips and view other Exmark Original Series videos.

By gardening, your mental health will be better off for it. Just be sure to start small, simple and stress-free.

Dead. Share your pictures on social media as well!  Make sure to use the hashtag #JKFZombieRun and tag the Jake Koenigsdorf Foundation Nassau County Police Department Commissioner of Police Patrick J. Ryder is our official race Starter and will be running too!

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Free Musical Performances Return To Local Libraries This October

First Time Since Pandemic

Enjoy The Sounds Of Billy Joel, Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel And More

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Thomas Hand announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will make its triumphant return for the first time since the pandemic with performances from October to May at local libraries throughout the Town.

“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilman Hand. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”

Scheduled performances for October and November include:

The New Vintage Orchestra on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – Performing “Hits of a Lifetime”.

Gathering Time on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 4:00 pm at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library –Performing “Tribute to the Artists of Woodstock”.

The Golden Chords

on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Jericho Public Library – Performing “A Half Century of Bob Dylan Songs”. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library. For more information call Jericho Public Library (516) 935-6790

The Evolution of Salsa on Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Locust Valley Public Library – Salsa interspersed with music and ending with a dance lesson.

The Paul Effman Band on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – Performing “From Gershwin to The Beatles”.

Lee Glantz on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Performing

the music of Billy Joel.

Registration is free and required, visit: syosset. librarycalendar.com/ events/month select the date of the concert and register. Registration starts October 7th.

Guthrie Brothers on Sunday, November 6, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library –Performing “Scarborough Fair: The music of Simon & Garfunkel”.

Sasha Papernik & Our Band on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Jericho Public Library – Beautiful harmonies and soulful takes on everything from rustic folk to American songbook, retro pop, and classical. All welcome/free tickets required, tickets available at library on October 31st. For more information call Jericho

Public Library (516) 9356790.

Nina Et Cetera on Sunday, November 20, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Locust Valley Public Library – Performing “Hotter Than A Pepper Sprout: America’s Music”.

Gemini Journey on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 2:00 pm at the Locust Valley Public Library – Performing “Shall We Dance? The Art of the Dance Form in Music”.

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, call (516) 797-7925 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

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Make A Dining Room More Elegant For Entertaining

The kitchen may be the heart of a home, but when it comes to entertaining, a dining room — if one is present in a house — tends to be the prime gathering spot for meals.

Dining rooms may not be top on the list of spaces to renovate, as they tend to be used infrequently. But a dining room makeover may still be a worthy endeavor. Here are some simple ways to make the dining room more elegant and functional.

• Clear out the clutter. The first step toward improving a dining room eating area is to remove any extraneous items from the space. If the dining room table is not used very often, it likely will become a catch-all for other items, such as bills, newspapers, or kids’ homework. Rather than using the dining space as a makeshift office or homework station, invest in a rolling cart to store those papers and other items. Simply roll it into a closet or another room when it’s time to host a party.

• Hang a statement light. Few decorative items add as much drama and ambiance to a dining space as a new

overhead light. People hear chandelier and think of a bejeweled or crystal design, but various chandelier styles can fit the

aesthetic of a home. The light will be a focal point and instantly make the dining area more elegant. Install the light on

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a dimmer to adjust the illumination as needed to set the mood.

• Invest in new linens. Purchase coordinating table linens that will be used for special occasions. A decorative table cloth or table runner coupled with cloth napkins and placemats helps to set the scene for the dinner party.

• Add a piece of artwork. Many modern homeowners have eschewed the China Cabinet that once was standard in dining rooms. Rather than a bulky piece of furniture, a large piece of statementmaking artwork or framed photos over a more minimalistic buffet table or small service bar is preferable. Choose artwork that complements the colors in the space.

• Include a centerpiece. Centerpieces add sophistication to the table and tie into the event. Floral arrangements, a bowl or basket of fruit, pine cones or greens from outdoors, or collectibles like shells in a tall canister can serve as centerpieces.

There are many simple ways to dress up dining spaces and make them more elegant.

NY’s Outrun The Stigma Of Suicide & Mental Health 5K Run/Walk

New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso and the Village of Massapequa Park announce Beyond the Badge NY’s first annual Outrun the Stigma 5K Run/Walk in

remembrance of all law enforcement officers who have died by suicide and to encourage those officers who are struggling with their mental health to come forward and seek the treatment they rightfully need and deserve. This event is dedicated in memory of NYPD Officer Richard Catapano Jr. who died by suicide in August 2020.

Free Halloween-Themed Movies

Not-So-Spooky Family Films Come To Town Parks With Games, Free Popcorn, Inflatables & More!

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are excited to announce two special Halloween-themed movie nights at Town parks.

Movie nights include fun pre-movie activities and are held outdoors, weather permitting. Residents and families are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets for their viewing comfort.

“What better way to kick off the fall season than a fun Halloween-

themed movie night at your local Town park,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We hope all residents and their families join us at these not so spooky and fun movie nights.”

MOVIE SCHEDULE

Friday, September 30th: The Addams Family 2 at Ellsworth W. Allen Park, 45 Motor Avenue in Farmingdale. The event includes games, free popcorn, inflatables and more.

Saturday, October 8th:

The Nightmare Before Christmas at SyossetWoodbury Community Park, 7900 Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury. The event includes games, free popcorn, inflatables and more.

Movies begin at sundown with pre-movie activities beginning at 4:30 p.m. Movies are subject to change and will be held weather permitting. Call (516) 797-7925 for updated information.

The race will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, with a Kids Fun Run and the 5K Run/Walk start time of 9:00 a.m. beginning in the Village of Massapequa Park Municipal Lot 1. Front Street & Park Boulevard, Massapequa Park, NY 11762

All proceeds of this event will allow Beyond the Badge NY to assist numerous departments, to help boost morale and officers’ mental health, assistance for families after a suicide, grief groups, seminars for officers, events and other costs associated with awareness and prevention.

The 3.1-mile course will start on a closed road and quickly enter the scenic Massapequa Preserve after a few hundred yards. Once in the preserve, runners will spend about half the race on dirt/gravel trails, and half on a paved trail.

Runners will again exit the preserve onto the roadway for a few hundred yards to the finish line. Race medal to all participants. Awards to the top 3 male and female overall runners. To register visit www. beyondthebadgeny.org.

“I would like to thank Beyond the Badge NY for all the great work they do in bringing awareness to the mental health struggles of our law enforcement and first responders,” said Durso. “It is of utmost importance for our heroes to know there is support and treatment available for those who protect us every day. We look forward to seeing everyone there in support of this important cause!”

“The Village Board and I are pleased to be able to partner with Beyond The Badge NY for this worthy cause. This run and the work that Beyond

The Badge NY does is critical to help raise awareness and break the stigma surrounding law enforcement officers coming forward for mental health treatment. We wish them much success on this inaugural run,” said Massapequa Park Mayor Daniel Pearl.

For more event information and to register, please visit WWW. BEYONDTHEBADGENY. ORG

Registration includes a Bib, T-shirt, and wristband for the After Party.

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Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for September is Harmony Cafe

Harmony Cafe is a local nonprofit organization with a mission to empower people by providing wellness, education and access to affordable nutritious foods, in a socially engaging environment that creates healthy lives.

Rosemarie Mccarthy, the Founder of Harmony Cafe, grew up in a working-class family, where money was tight and food insecurity was sometimes a cause of stress. When she happened upon a mention of the One World Everyone Eats café model in a magazine, she went looking for a cafe to volunteer. This model goes off of the idea of a donation-based cafe that services a diverse socioeconomic range and providing nutritious and delicious meals. It sounded like something to which she wanted to donate her time and energy, but to her surprise, there was nowhere to volunteer in the Long Island region. With grit and determination, she decided to start Harmony Cafe right here on Long Island.

Right now they do not have their own physical cafe, however they have hosted meal events, primarily at the VFW hall on Edwards Street in Patchogue, NY. Their meal events use a Pay-What-You-Can pricing donation model, where anyone can come get a healthy fresh meal and pay only what they can.

When the global pandemic started affecting the Long Island community, the nonprofit organization redirected their mission to assist those in need. This included hosting food drives, grab-ngo sites and free food delivery services. Rosemarie’s vision for this organization is to have a storefront cafe.

Ideally, the cafe would be in or around Patchogue, NY and would

service anyone who walks through their doors. Harmony Cafe is actively looking for the right opportunity to make this happen. Whether you are a chef or someone that is looking for restaurant/cafe space and would like to partner with Harmony Cafe to share the space, or you are someone who knows of a storefront spot that would possibly work as a home for this cafe, please call 631.730.8775 or email info@harmonycafeli.org.

Additionally, volunteers are needed to help their organization continue to grow! You can join their Volunteer Team and help in the following areas:

• Coordinate Fundraisers

• Wellness Chefs

• Wellness Assistant / Instructor (Training Is Provided)

• Fresh Food Donations (Or Supermarket Gift Cards)

• Serve On Their Board Of Directors (Actively looking for a treasurer that has a background in finance or accounting. Retirees are encouraged to apply!)

• Community Outreach

Lastly, Harmony Cafe holds a Free Thanksgiving Dinner each year at Toast Coffeehouse in Patchogue. This year, it will be held on November 22 and there will be live music there as well! The organization is seeking sponsors to help support this great event. Last year the organization proudly served over 300 traditional Thanksgiving restaurant dinners to those in need.

For more information, please visit www.harmonycafeli.org.

If your nonprofit would like to be featured in this column, please call Noelle Lambert at 631.226.2636 x225 for consideration.

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Help Save A Life By Donating To Town Blood Collection Drive

In recognition of World Blood Donor Day and in an effort to help hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Vicki Walsh invite residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Thursday, October 6th from 1pm to 7pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “Blood supplies have seriously dwindled as a result of fewer donors during the pandemic. Supplies are critically needed for local hospitals to meet the demand and continue saving lives. Please consider participating in this blood drive to help

bolster our blood banks and ensure as many people as possible can be helped. Together, we can give the gift of life though a simple blood donation.”

Appointments are preferred for the Town’s Blood Drive. To qualify as a donor, a person must be between the ages of 17 and 75 years old (16 with parental permission and 76 or older with a doctor’s note), weigh at least 110 pounds and not have donated blood within the last 56 days. Anyone who received a tattoo within the past 12 months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that donors eat well (low fat) and drink fluids in the days before the Blood Drive.

Additionally, all donors will receive a voucher for a free Blizzard at Dairy

Queen compliments of Councilwoman Laura Maier.

Councilwoman Walsh added, “It’s quick, easy, and safe to donate a single pint of blood which can save up to three lives. Donating blood at the Hicksville Athletic Center, is an incredible way for all of us to pitch in and give back, to help ease the burden of our Healthcare Heroes as they continue to provide lifesaving efforts.”

For additional information regarding the Town’s Blood Drive, contact the Town’s Public Information Office at (516) 624-6380. To make an appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at https://bit. ly/3qu80fl

‘Return To Learn’ Web Series Offered Through Massapequa Adult Education

The Massapequa School District’s Adult Continuing Education Program is partnering with Farmingdale State College to present “Return to Learn,” a 10-week webinar series focused on delivering advice for adults who are returning to college, pursuing higher education for the first time or seeking to advance their careers. Residents can register for individual sessions, which are held on Tuesdays, or for the whole series. Each weekly installment will deliver expert guidance geared toward adults who are exploring new careers, workplace training

programs, beginning a degree program, returning to finish a degree or adding credentials.

The sessions in this free series are: Oct. 4: What do I want? How to research and select a career.

Oct. 11: What do I have? Do I have credits that are still viable? How do I get credit for life experience?

Oct. 18: How will I pay for this? A financial aid primer for adults.

Oct. 25: How do I take an online course?

Nov. 1: Workforce training, microcredentials, certificates and degrees. What do they mean?

Nov. 8: Long Island Educational Opportunity Center.

Nov. 15: SUNY two-year community colleges.

Nov. 22: SUNY four-year schools: Old Westbury, Empire State, Farmingdale

Nov. 29: Who knew? Emerging careers and innovative programs.

Dec. 6: Meet the Team. Come to Farmingdale College and meet the presenters.

Massapequa residents can register for the free sessions at https://farmingdale.edu/ returntolearn. The link for the sessions will be sent after registration is complete.

Antique Vendors Wanted

The Amityville Historical Society is having an “Under the Trees Antique Sale.”

Located in the parking lot of the Lauder Museum

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Options Abound When Shopping For Home Siding

Home improvement projects run the gamut from minor repairs to complete overhauls. Replacing exterior siding is one of the most significant home improvement projects homeowners can undertake. Such a project can give homes a completely new look, which is why the choice of siding is important.

Homeowners have many siding options, and the following guide can help them make the best choice for their homes.

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is easily maintained and among the more budget-friendly siding options. According to the home improvement resource HomeAdvisor, vinyl siding is made from PVC plastic that does not rot or flake. Siding professionals

note that the technology used to create vinyl siding has changed considerably in recent years, making this option more diverse than traditional vinyl siding. So homeowners turned off by the potentially plastic look of vinyl siding might be surprised at how different modern vinyl siding looks compared to the vinyl siding of yesteryear.

Fiber-Cement Siding

The home improvement television network HGTV notes that fibercement siding has grown in popularity among homeowners in recent years. This material does not require much maintenance and it’s nonflammable and resistant to termites. HomeAdvisor notes that fiber-cement siding can create the look of wood, stucco, or masonry,

making it a versatile option capable of creating various looks. In addition, fibercement siding is known for its durability, with some products coming with warranties lasting as long as 50 years.

Wood Siding

Homeowners have many choices if they prefer wood siding in their homes. Cedar, cypress, fir, pine, and spruce are just a handful of the many wood siding options homeowners can

choose from. HomeAdvisor notes that cedar shingle siding offers a natural look that blends well in wooded and waterfront landscapes. Wood clapboard siding is another popular option, though it tends to require more maintenance than cedar shingle siding. Homeowners who want wood siding should discuss their options with an experienced siding professional, as many factors, including the choice of wood, must be considered before making a final decision.

Stone And Stone-Veneer Siding

Many homeowners fall in love with the natural appeal of stone, but the price tag, which tends to be costly, may not be as awe-inspiring. HGTV notes that stone can be difficult

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