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Annual Stations Of The Cross Walking Service At Cemetery Of The Holy Rood

As part of 2024 Holy Week celebrations, Catholic Cemeteries of Long Island will hold a Stations of the Cross prayer service at Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury to mark one of the holiest days of the Christian calendar, Good Friday. The event will be held at the chapel and grounds of Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury (111 Old Country Road Westbury, NY, 11590). The service will begin on Friday, March 29, 2024 at 12 p.m. (noon). The Stations of the Cross commemorate Jesus’s passion and death on the cross. For more information, visit https://cclongisland. org/

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Calvary Chapel of Hope is hosting “Christian Psychology from a Biblical Perspective” CONFERENCE on Friday, April 5th 7:30pm and Saturday, April 6th

Mental Health Conference

10am to 3pm with special guest speaker, Daniel Berger of Alethia International Ministries, who will speak on the importance of having a Christian worldview when it comes to mental health issues as well as addressing mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, fear, and family relationships. He will also share about how family and friends can help and minister to loved ones with mental health related issues. This time will be concluded with a Q & A time for people to ask questions. Location:

H.S. Senior Honored For Eagle Scout Project

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board recently recognized Massapequa High School senior and prospective Eagle Scout, Carly Madden. Carly, a member of Boy Scouts Troop 186, partnered with the Town’s Department of Environmental Resources to construct protective nest cage structures for northern diamondback terrapin turtles at Centre Island Beach for her Eagle Scout project.

“With March being Women’s History Month, it is important to note that Carly is a trailblazer who will soon earn the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Efforts like Carly’s have helped save this species of terrapin turtles, which neared extinction in the early 1990’s.”

Carly also collaborated with Friends of the Bay and the Seatuck Environmental Association to complete her project, successfully fundraising for necessary supplies and creating educational signage for the entrance to the turtle conservation area at Centre Island.

Calvary Chapel of Hope is located at 803 County Line Road, Amityville NY 11701

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1. CALL us at 631-7894837 and leave name, cell#, and # of people attending

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Fill out info in “SEND US AN EMAIL” section with your name, cell#, and under comments, write: “Daniel Berger” and indicate # of people for Fri and Sat

H.S. SENIOR HONORED FOR EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT - Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board recently recognized Massapequa High School senior and prospective Eagle Scout, Carly Madden. Carly, a member of Boy Scouts Troop 186, partnered with the Town’s Department of Environmental Resources to construct protective nest cage structures for northern diamondback terrapin turtles at Centre Island Beach for her Eagle Scout project.

Just like movie trailers spark interest for an upcoming flick, fifth graders at Fairfield Elementary School in the Massapequa School District wanted to generate the same type of buzz for their biography reports.

Christine Gooden’s

Fifth Graders Hype Their Famous Figures

students used Canva to make movie trailer-inspired promos about the famous people they researched. The project spanned several weeks, during which students did research, wrote a report and built a bottle doll model.

The young biographers

each picked a notable person from the past or present to study. Their subjects included athletes, entertainers, entrepreneurs, scientists, world leaders and more. The purpose of the research project was for students to learn more about people who have

made positive contributions to the world. Students become immersed in the biography unit through multiple components. The bottle dolls engaged students with hands-on creation, while the Canva promos added a digital element for today’s

tech-savvy learners. Their biography movie trailers had to include an opening slide with the subject’s name, interesting facts and a picture of the bottle dolls. Students could include fun graphics and background music to liven up their projects. They

explored different elements like a background remover feature and animations, and students who quickly mastered Canva helped out their classmates. Ms. Gooden said that she wanted the trailers to be both informational and creative.

JACKIE ROBINSON AND JANE GOODALL - Samuel Chang and Ariella Portillo learned about Jackie Robinson and Jane Goodall, respectively, during the biography unit. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District

JACKIE ROBINSON AND JANE GOODALL - Fairfield Elementary School fifth graders Malia Triolo and Matthew Rasmison worked on their biography movie trailers using Canva about the famous people they research. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District

April Happenings

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THURSDAY, MARCH 28

7:00PM

WHO IS JESUS? HIS LIFE IN MUSIC

Featuring a Chamber Orchestra and Choir Singers from Local Churches. Held at Simpson UMC at 30 Locust Avenue in Amityville. Admission is free. For more information, please call them at 631-943-5812.

FRIDAY, MARCH 29

12:00PM

STATIONS OF THE CROSS WALKING SERVICE

As part of 2024 Holy Week celebrations, Catholic Cemeteries of Long Island will hold a Stations of the Cross prayer service at Holy Rood Cemetery in Westbury to mark one of the holiest days of the Christian calendar, Good Friday. For more info, visit their website at www.cclongisland.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

1:00PM-3:00PM

CHILDREN'S EASTER FAIR

For children ages 2 to 10 years old. There will be crafts and snacks as well. Please bring a basket for the Easter Egg Hunt. This is a free event, located at Community Presbyterian Church in Deer Park. For more information, please call 631-242-0221.

3:00PM EASTER EGG HUNT

The Chestnut Bay Equestrian is hosting an easter egg hunt at 1500 Peconic Avenue in West Babylon. The hunt begins at 3:30PM. All are welcome. To register visit the Chestnut Bay Equestrian office. For more information, please call them at 934-345-0532.

3:00PM CONCERT OF SACRED

LENTEN MUSIC

Take a journey through Lent with Kathryn Wilson, soprano soloist. A free-will offering will be taken. Held at the Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information call 631-226-8690.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

9:00AM-3:00PM

SPRING CAMP

The Chestnut Bay Equestrian is hosting a spring camp in horsemanship, for beginners, learn to ride riders and enhance your skills. To register, $125. Held at 1500 Peconic Avenue in West Babylon. For more information call 934-345-0532.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5 6:30PM

MILITARY BRIDGE

Held at the Union United Methodist Church in East Northport. Tickets are $15. Get a table of 4 together or come by yourself. For reservations and information, please call Carolyn at 631-368-7911

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

5:30PM-7:15PM

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP

Learn about what genealogy tools you can use, and tips on how to get started at the Pinelawn's Reception Office in Farmingdale at 2030 Wellwood Avenue. Event is limited to 30 registered guests per session. For questions, contact Christin Alexander at calexander@pinelawn. com or 631.249.6100 x120.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

8:00AM-5:00PM

CAR SHOW & SWAP MEET

Held at North Hempstead Beach Park, West Shore Rd., Port Washington. There will be street rods, antiques, muscle cars and more. There will also be a variety of cars for sale by owner. Admission is $10; children under 12 years are free. For more information, please call 631-567-5898 or visit their website at ww.LongIslandCars.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 9

6:00PM

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING

The annual meeting of the Board of Education of the Board of Cooperative Educational Services of the Second Supervisory District of Suffolk County (Western Suffolk BOCES), will be held at Western Suffolk BOCES’ Administrative Offices, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, NY. This meeting is open to the public. For more information call 631-549-4900 x222.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

7:00PM

LIGHTHOUSE

HISTORY OF THE FIRE ISLAND

The Seaford Historical Society will host Angela Reich from the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society. Her presentation will be about the history of the Lighthouse and it's historic rescues. Her book, "Shipwreck of Hopes", will be for sale that evening (cash only). Held at at 3890 Waverly Ave, Seaford. Refreshments, raffles. $5 for non-members, free to members. For more information email mapfannon@verizon.net.

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Lifeguard Employment Opportunities

At Town Pools And Beaches

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced lifeguard employment opportunities at Town Pools and Beaches throughout the Town. Opportunities for this summer once again include a competitive starting salary of up to $18 per hour for all lifeguards, as well as openings for 15-year olds at community pools.

“From having the opportunity to work at one of the Town’s fantastic summer facilities and building confidence, selfesteem, and leadership skills, to making new friends and helping others, working as a lifeguard is one of the best summer jobs around,” Supervisor Saladino said. “Our lifeguards provide an invaluable service in protecting our residents and have helped save countless lives in both pool and ocean waters. We

encourage you to take the first step in making this summer your best one yet by applying to be a Town of Oyster Bay lifeguard today.”

The Town is accepting lifeguard applications from candidates who possess Nassau Lifeguard Certification and a current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Additionally, the Town is offering Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Nassau County Certification courses for residents who are not certified, but would like to be. Upon successful completion of these two courses, residents will be eligible for employment as a lifeguard with the Town of Oyster Bay and the Town will then pay all fees for both courses. There are also many future opportunities for advancement, including as Water Safety Instructors, Swim Team Coaches, Swim

Lesson Teachers, Head Lifeguards, Lifeguard Instructors and Lifeguard Managerial positions.

“The Town of Oyster Bay is making it easier than ever to become a lifeguard. We’re offering all the certification and training courses you need to apply, covering the fees of these courses for successful candidates, welcoming 15-year olds to our lifeguard ranks at Town community pools, and offering competitive pay in recognition of the life-saving work they do,” added Supervisor Saladino.

Town lifeguards are hired for the summer season, which runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Positions are available at all Town pools and beaches. For all inquiries about lifeguard employment and classes, please call 516-7974131 or email aquatics@ oysterbay-ny.gov.

Athletic Director Earns Master Certification

Shannon McEntee, the director of physical education, health, athletics and recreation for the Massapequa School District, has been named a Certified Master Athletic Administrator. The designation, from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, recognizes her commitment to professional development.

Two years ago, Ms. McEntee was named a Certified Athletic Administrator through NIAAA’s accredited program and continued on to earn the masterlevel certification this year. She had to complete several required leadership training courses as well as electives of her choosing. Among the courses she completed were Management of Game and Event Announcing, Ethical Decision-Making

in Education-Based Interscholastic Sport Programs and Stress: Causes, Effects and Strategies. She participated in a combination of online and in-person workshops.

“The courses are very content-specific and informative, and geared to what we do day to day,” she said.

Ms. McEntee also had to submit a project that

reflected her work as an athletic administrator. She used Massapequa’s coaching handbook, which she revised to reflect current practices in Massapequa’s athletic programs, updated communication processes and new legal requirements. Several of the changes to the handbook, she said, were based on knowledge she gained from the leadership courses she has taken through NIAAA.

“I just want to continue to grow and get better at what I do,” Ms. McEntee said, about her pursuit of the Certified Master Athletic Administrator designation. “Everything that I’ve learned has gone into immediate application for the benefit of Massapequa’s physical education and athletics programs, and our students.”

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Town Yard Waste Collection

Resumes April 1st

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola announced that Yard Waste collection will resume the week of Monday, April 1st, for homeowners who receive Town collection services. Yard waste is picked up on the same day as recycled materials, including plastics, metals, glass and cardboard.

“With the spring season upon us, many residents will begin clearing their properties from leaves and other debris left behind by winter,” said Councilman Labriola.

“Yard waste collection,

which includes lawn clippings, will get underway the first week of April and run throughout the year.”

Residents should place yard waste curbside on their same day as their recycling items. Yard waste is collected by Town sanitation crews and taken to compost facilities. Waste includes grass clippings, weeds, leaves, tree trimmings, hedge and shrub clippings and other garden/yard waste. Materials should be placed in bags at the curb, and should weigh no more than 50 pounds.

No household garbage, refuse or animal waste should be disposed with yard waste.

“Collecting Yard Waste is an important component to our recycling program,” said Councilman Labriola.

“One of the prime benefits of recycling yard waste is that the cost to take these materials to a compost facility is less than the cost to dispose of them at an out-of-state landfill. This successful program is another example of the Town’s commitment to providing high quality environmental services while protecting our taxpayers’ wallets.”

For more information on the Town’s sanitation services, including recycling and yard waste, visit www.oysterbaytown. com.

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MULTI-CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENT - Massapequa Chamber of Commerce had a Multi-Chamber Networking Event on March 12, 2024. It was a wonderful night for all, and great connections were made. Special thanks to Massapequa Chamber member Dana Durso and Vincent’s Pizzeria located at 47 Boundary Avenue, Farmingdale for hosting this fantastic event and for providing the delicious food. Photo courtesy of Robin Hepworth

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