The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted their Hawaiian Installation &
Park. Congratulations to our newly installed Executive Officers: President - Robin Hepworth, First
Rowse, Second Vice President - Sal Polito, Third Vice President - Janice Talento, Treasurer - Karen Gawrych, Recording
- Tom LoFaso. Congratulations to our newly installed Board of Directors: Robert Barrett, Lucrezia Falacara, Maria Guzzetta, Chris Merz, Annette Morreale, Jenna Muscarella, Stephen Parmiter, Isabelle Rapacciuolo, Tim Ryan, Gary Slavin, Keith Wilson, and Robert Zabbia. Thank you again to our outgoing President Robert Zabbia for his dedicated service over the past two years.
Community United Methodist Church BBQ Fundraiser
COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BBQ FUNDRAISER - On July 7th, Community United Methodist Church celebrated America’s independence and the Massapequa community with a BBQ Fundraiser open to the public. The heat didn’t spoil the fun as children bounced in a bounce house, traversed an obstacle course, had their faces painted, played games and did crafts. Hamburgers and hotdogs were cooking on the grill and ice cream kept everyone cool. Featured above from left to right are: Heidi, Katie & Ryan. All three attend Sunday School at CUMC. For more information about CUMC go to cumcmassapequa.org.
Robin
Hepworth
President, Massapequa Chamber of Commerce
Dear Fellow Chambers Members and Residents of the Massapequas,
It is with immense pride and enthusiasm that I address you today as the President of the Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequas. My name is Robin Hepworth, and I have lived in Massapequa for over 30 years. I’m a small business owner, and I know first-hand just how special our community is. Massapequa is more than just the place we call home; it is a family unit with a unique sense of community and togetherness. As we all strive for progress and prosperity, it is our responsibility to ensure that we build a nurturing environment for the growth of vibrant businesses - businesses that not only enhance our local economy, but also enrich the lives of our families. I have been a proud member of the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce for over 10 years. If you’re already a member of our organization, I thank you for your ongoing support, and hope you’re active in attending our meetings and events. If you’re not yet part of the Chamber, please consider the many advantages of joining us as we continue to push forward for economic growth and prosperity. Together, we can all make Massapequa even better.
One of the many benefits of joining the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce is the great volunteer opportunities. Committee work offers an opening to make a true impact on the businesses and communities that the Chamber serves, while forging friendships with like-minded Chamber members. I have established so many good friendships through our Chamber over the years, and I hope you will too. Our next luncheon meeting is Thursday, August 22nd at 12:00 Noon at Burgerology in Massapequa. (Continue to check our website and e-mails for registration details.) Please join us, and register for one of our committees – we will have a sign-up sheet available for you at the meeting .
This summer has been wonderfully full and eventful for our Chamber, and even though my tenure as President has just begun, I have already had the privilege of connecting with many of our members. The Chamber was again invited to join in the Independence Day Parade by the Incorporated Village of Massapequa Park, and we were proud to march in celebration of our great nation. Many of our Chamber members participated as well, and excitedly marched with their new member benefit - a complimentary personalized member poster, which showcased to the community the many businesses that proudly represent our Chamber.
In addition, the Chamber also held a handful of Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies for our members, including the Grand Re-Opening Ceremony for Century 21 AA Realty (celebrating their beautiful new location at 896 North Broadway), as well as Grand Openings for Burgerology (4225 Merrick Road, Massapequa); Blooming Blossom Nails & Spa (5466 Merrick Road, Massapequa); and Khamdee Thai Kitchen (4887 Merrick Road, Massapequa Park.) Please support your fellow Chamber members and patronize these establishments. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend our Ribbon Cuttings!
Local businesses are truly the lifeblood of a community. My husband and I raised our two sons here in Massapequa - the boys kept us busy for many years with their various activities and programs, and this really opened my eyes to how important it is to support our local businesses. When we support small businesses, we are encouraging the growth of establishments that our families can proudly patronize.
As your President, I am here to listen, to collaborate, and to guide our Chamber to even greater heights. My door is always open, and I welcome your thoughts and ideas on how we can continue to elevate our business community. Thank you for the trust that you have placed in me to lead this esteemed organization. I am excited about the journey ahead, proud to work with this amazing group of Officers and Directors, and look forward to achieving great things together.
I hope you all enjoy the rest of the summer, stay heathy, and remember to Shop Local to Support your Local Businesses!
Sincerely,
Robin
Hepworth,
President Massapequa Chamber of Commerce
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024
The Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Proudly Hosted Our Hawaiian Installation & Awards Dinner At Patrizia’s In Massapequa Park.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY INSTALLED EXECUTIVE OFFICERS:
President - Robin Hepworth, First Vice President - Linda Rowse
Second Vice President - Sal Polito
Third Vice President Janice Talento
Treasurer - Karen Gawrych, Recording Secretary - Tom LoFaso
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY INSTALLED BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Robert Barrett, Lucrezia Falacara, Maria Guzzetta, Chris Merz, Annette Morreale, Jenna Muscarella, Stephen Parmiter, Isabelle Rapacciulolo, Tim Ryan, Gary Slavin, Keith Wilson, and Robert Zabbia.
Robin Hepworth
Autumn Romer Was This Years Winner Of The Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Member’s Child Scholarship Award
Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy & Town Of Oyster Bay Installed Our Executive Officers And Board Of Directors
Isabele Rapacciuolo Received Patricia Orzano Small Businesswoman Of The Year In Honor Of Our Past President And Dear Friend. Our 2024-2025 Executive Officers
Homeowners Cleanup & Hazardous Material Days for Summer 2024
Free Paper Shredding Services Available During Homeowners Cleanup
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. program
- Saturday, 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, July
27th & 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 requiredoil, 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, July 27th & August 24th from 8:30am – 4pm: provides residents an opportunity
to destroy unwanted documents in a safe and secure 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) 6775848.
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, at 7:00 pm. The ceremony will be held at YES Community Counseling Center’s Levittown office located at
152 Center Lane.
Family members are invited to bring a small framed photo of their loved one for a candle lighting ceremony. This event provides a safe space for our community to remember loved ones for who they were. Let’s come
together to honor their lives.
Please see the attached flyer for registration link and QR code. For more information, contact Kathleen Coletta, LCSW (516) 799-3203 x127 or email at kcoletta@ yesccc.org
JULY HAPPENINGS
MAKE A SUBMISSION! Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 27
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 at the South Shore Mall in Bay Shore. Limited engagement. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/
9:30AM - 2:30PM
MEDITATION SATURDAY: RETREAT FOR BODY, MIND, & SOUL
The Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 79 County Line Road in Amityville will be hosting Meditation Saturday: Retreat For Body, Mind, & Soul. A day of rejuvenation, with stress-reducing and inspirational workshops designed to provide a welcome oasis in your busy week. For more information, please call 631-822-7979; infotristate@sos.org To Register: sos.org/location/amityville
10:00AM-2:00PM
FREE CHILD ID CARD PROGRAM
Nassau County Residents Only New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, in partnership with Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy, and the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, is holding a FREE Operation Safe Child ID Card Program at Marjorie Post Pool in Massapequa. No appointment necessary. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Durso’s district office at 516-541-4598.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
2:00PM
FREE BEATLES ON THE BALCONY CONCERT: THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE
First ever free concert outdoors on LIMEHOF terrace featuring Beatles tribute band. 97 Main Street, Stony Brook. For more information, please call Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame 631-689-5888 or visit info@ limusichalloffame.org
3:30PM
AFTERNOON AT THE RACES
Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park is hosting an Afternoon At The Races. Adults $15, Ages 4 to 12 $10, Ages 3 and under are Free. Buffet Style Dinner, Beverage, Dessert and Coffee. Cash Bar. Raffles. For more information, please call Marian at 631- 332-9775 or Anita at 631-422-6914 to reserve your spot!
MONDAY, JULY 29
6:00PM – 7:30PM PAINT NIGHT: SUMMER SUNFLOWERS
The Babylon Public library, 24 S. Carll Ave. in Babylon, will be hosting a Paint Night: Summer Sunflowers. Join local artist Kathy Reccardi as she teaches participants step-by-step how to paint an arrangement of sunflowers. No painting experience needed. Nonrefundable $5 fee due at registration. For more information, please call 631-669-1624. Email: info@ babylonlibrary.org, Website: www. babylonlibrary.org
TUESDAY, JULY 30
12:15PM FREE BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES
LADY BLUE SAX
Tuesdays at the Bay Shore Band Shell 80 East Main St, in Bay Shore. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/ for additional shows.
7:30PM MOVIES ON THE FARMINGDALE VILLAGE GREEN
Enjoy free movies Tuesday nights on the Farmingdale Village green, 361 Main Street. Movies start at dusk, preceded by cartoons. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Movies will be shown through August 20 (weather permitting). For more information, please call 516-249-0093 or visit http:// www.farmingdalevillage.com/
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
PLEASE ARRIVE at 8:30AM
RETURN approx. 8:30PM BUS TRIP TO WIND CREEK CASINO St. Ignatius Loyola Church in Hicksville is hosting a Bus trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA. Cost: $55 per person, which includes the driver’s tip Give back: $35 slot play. For more information, please call Barbara at 516-935-5576 or Karen at 516-937- 5527. Please make checks payable to “St. Ignatius Church”. The first to pay is the first on the bus.
7:30PM
SUSPIRIA - SCREENING AND Q&A
Author / film critic Maitland McDonagh hosts SUSPIRIA at Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave. in Huntington. $16 public | $10 members. Horror-film maven Maitland McDonagh, author of Broken Mirrors/Broken Minds: The Dark Dreams of Dario Argento, hosts a screening and Q&A for Argento’s masterpiece Suspiria (Italy, 1977), considered to be one of the most terrifying and stylized horror films of our time. For more information, please call 631-423-7610, or visit cinemaartscentre.org/
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
Chicken Sorrentino 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
All Served With Penne Pasta
Massapequa Coast Little League 11-Year-Old and 12-Year-Old Williamsport Tournament Teams Advance To The New York State Championships
The Massapequa Coast Little League once again have left their thumbprint on Long Island, capturing 2 Long Island Section Baseball Titles and advancing to the New York State Championships. The 11 Year old Williamsport All-Star Team and the 2 Year Old Williamsport All-Star Team each captured their respective District Championships and Long Island Finals Section Championships. For the Massapequa Coast, this is the 14th year of the last 15 years that they have had baseball teams represent the Massapequa Coast Community and Long Island in the New York State Finals. It’s an achievement unmatched by any little league in Long Island.
The 11-year-old All-Star Williamsport team is managed by Kevin Podmore, with Assistant Coaches Jon Henchy, Sean Graham, and Sean McDonough piloting their 12-man squad comprised of players strictly from the Massapequa’s, Nathaniel Broder, Jack Burke, Mason Graham, Quinn Hartmann, James Henchy, Jackson Lermayer, Dylan Lyons, Jaxon McDonough, Dominick Podmore, Colton Robitaille, Derek Schroeder and Thomas Solnick.
The 11-year-old team won the district championship going 4-1 with wins against Merrick/Bellmore, Seaford, and Massapequa International before defeating Massapequa International again in the championship game 6-5 on July 6th. The 11-yearold team then went on to win Sections again going 4-1 defeating Rockville
Centre twice and then Port Washington before winning the championship game on July 15th against Port Washington 7-0.
The Section Championship advances the 11-year-old All-Star Team to the New York State Championship hosted in the Bronx this year, which will pit the top 8 teams in the State
against each other as one team seeks a berth in the Regionals.
The 12 Year Old AllStar Williamsport Team managed by Bryan Love, with Assistant Coaches Nick Garland and Craig Garland piloted their 11 man squad also comprised of strictly Massapequa locals Matthew Franzese, Joseph LaBella, Ryan Love,
Daniel Moreno, Charles Puricelli, Keane Rimler, Michael Santopietro, Chase Santoro, Ryan Scarry, Chase Vetro and Jackson Walsh.
The 12-year-old Team, won the District Championship going 3-0 in defeating Seaford LL, Merrick/Bellmore LL, and then dramatically capturing the District Championship with
a come-from-behind victory on July 6th vs their cross-town rivals Massapequa International LL in a 4-2 victory.
The 12s then again went 3-0 in the Long Island Section Finals defeating Garden City LL 10-0, then d efeating Oceanside 2-0, and then winning the Section Championship on July 16th in a 5-3 Victory over
Port Washington LL. The Section Championship advances the 12-year-old Coast AllStars to the New York State Championship pitting the top Little League teams in the State against each other. The tournament this year is hosted by South Shore LL in Staten Island with the winner advancing to the Regionals in Bristol.
Town Clerk LaMarca Announces Special Marriage License Weekend
July 27th And 28th
To increase convenience for residents, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca will host a special Marriage License Weekend on Saturday, July 27th, and Sunday, July 28th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Oyster Bay Town Halls North and South. During this weekend event, residents will have the opportunity to obtain their New York State marriage licenses. Appointments are required.
“I am delighted to offer this special Marriage License Weekend for our residents,” said Town Clerk Richard LaMarca. “We understand that life’s busy schedules can make it challenging to obtain a marriage license during regular business hours. This weekend event is designed to provide greater flexibility and convenience for couples preparing for their big day.”
The Marriage License Weekend will be held on Saturday, July 27th, and Sunday, July 28th
from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Appointments are available at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa, NY). To ensure efficient service and minimal wait times, appointments are mandatory. To make an appointment in Oyster Bay, please call 516-624-6335. To make an appointment in Massapequa, please call 516-797-7966.
The fee for a marriage license is $40. Once the license is issued,
the ceremony may be performed anywhere in the state. A marriage license is good for sixty (60) days, beginning twenty-four hours (24) after the license is issued. For more information
about the required documents and eligibility criteria for obtaining a New York State marriage license, please visit oysterbaytown.com or contact the Town Clerk’s office at 516-624-6333.
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