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AUGUST HAPPENINGS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17

11:00AM-12:00PM

SUPERHEROES OF THE SKY

Take a walking tour with Jim while he feeds Birds of Prey and tells you about their incredible adaptations that help them survive in the wild. Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344

MONDAY, AUGUST 19

6:00PM – 7:00PM THE POWER OF MOVEMENT

Join physical therapist Catherine Tuppo at the Babylon Library, 24 S. Carll Ave., as she discusses the health beneﬁts of activity and exercise, and how you can get active and stay active. Please register for this program. For more information, please call 631-669-1624

OPENING RECEPTION

6:30 PM

ELLA FITZGERALD AND TONY BENNETT EXHIBIT

The Ella Fitzgerald and Tony Bennett exhibits opening at the Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Avenue in Stony Brook. Tickets: $25 General Admission. For more information, please call 631-751-1895

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21

10:00AM-2:00 PM

DRIVE BY FOOD DRIVE

Join with Mercy Haven, 859 Connetquot Ave., in Islip Terrace, as they gather for a day of Food Collection with members of

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the community, neighbors and supporters. For more information, please call 631-277-8300

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22

2:00PM-3:30 PM PRE-RETIREES, RETIREES, AND PART-TIME RETIREES WORKSHOP

Are you embarking on retirement while others closest to you are still entrenched in their careers, or focused on other things? You are not alone. This workshop is designed to provide valuable insights and suggestions to help you thrive in this next chapter of your life. FREE, IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Rockville Centre Library, 221 N. Village Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. Use the link below to register: https://www.rvclibrary.org/ or call 516-766-6257

6:00PM-7:00PM GARDEN LECTURE

You can have garden interest 12 months a year! Experience a pictorial tour through the garden to see how interest can keep going during any season, even in the winter! Presented by Lee Miller, Landscaper Designer and author of 4 books. Hosted by the Paumanacke Garden Club at the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue Wantagh. Free. For more information, please contact paumanackegc@gmail.com

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

10:00AM-1:30PM

KIWANIS CLUB OF WANTAGH FOOD DRIVE

King Kullen, 1340 Wantagh Ave. in Wantagh. Non-perishable foods and baby essentials are all needed. A list will be given out before entering the store to residents that are interested in participating. Cash donations are always welcome. The food drive will beneﬁt two Wantagh food pantries: St. Francis Food Pantry and St. Jude Episcopal Food Pantry.

9:00AM-2:00PM

CHILDREN'S SNAPPER DERBY Children's Snapper Derby in partnership with NY Coalition for Recreational Fishing at Captree Fuel Bait & Tackle, 3500 East Ocean Parkway in Babylon. For more information, please Contact Senator Monica R. Martinez's Ofﬁce at 631-341-7111

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

11:00AM-6:00PM

31st LIMM ANNUAL SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

Don't miss Long Island Maritime Museum's Premier Event, 31st Annual Seafood Festival. Featuring Live Music, Crafts & Seafood! The festival is held on the grounds of the Long Island Maritime Museum located at 88 West Avenue in West Sayville. The Seafood Festival is the Long Island Maritime Museum’s premier annual fundraiser. Find out more at www.limmseafoodfestival. org, or call 631-HISTORY, 631-447-8679

How Families Can Get Ready For A New School Year

Children will soon be trading in the chimes of neighborhood ice cream trucks for the bells of school as summer vacation gives way to the start of a new academic year. August through September is prime backto-school season, with children all across the country stocking their backpacks and shopping for new school wardrobes. There is more to getting ready for the start of school than making sure pencils are sharpened and tablets are charged. Parents and children can work together to ensure the transition back to the classroom is as seamless as possible.

Adjust Sleep And Wake Times

Summer vacation often means letting loose of schedules for a while, and that may translate into later-thannormal bedtimes and rising a little later in the morning. Everyone in the household will have to reacquaint themselves with schedules that ensure kids get to school on time. A few weeks before the first day of school, start incrementally going to bed at an earlier time and start waking up earlier each morning. Try to plan out the increments so that by the time the last few days of summer vacation wind down, the family is on target with a waking

and testing while on summer break, but it can be beneficial to stay current on some lessons. Summer slide refers to the loss of some of the learning achieved during the previous school year over the summer break. Some experts say summer slide is overstated, but it

can’t hurt for students to refresh their memories on some math, science and language arts concepts over break so that they will be ready to hit the books when the new school year begins.

Prep for school lunches

Children and adults can work together to map out

healthy eating options for school lunch. Many school districts have lunch plans that can be purchased through an online account. Participating students simply enter a number or swipe a code at checkout.

School lunches are built to be nutritionally diverse and have options that even

picky eaters will like. School is right around the corner, and families should get ready for the routine and needs that go with the academic year as the first day draws closer.

schedule that mirrors the school schedule.

Acclimate To Being Around People

Although summer vacation may involve trips that bring children in contact with other people, it may have been some time since they’ve spent five or more hours per day around 20 to 30 people their age. It may take a transition period to get used to being around a bunch of peers, so families can visit places where there tend to be crowds of kids, such as zoos, aquariums, parks, and trampoline centers. These can be lowpressure locations to dust off social skills.

Know the route or plan for school transportation

Students may be driven independently, ride the school bus, walk or bike, or carpool with others to and from school. Families can establish plans so that getting to and from school is not something kids need to worry about. Practice routes and timing, taking into consideration that when schools open there will be much more traffic.

Parents can reassure children that there will be a learning curve, but all of the kinks generally get worked out during the first week.

Avoid “summer slide”

Most students don’t want to think about studying, homework

Town Honors Three Generations Of Beach Lifesavers

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.

With July 31st marking Lifeguard Appreciation Day, the Town recognized all lifeguards for their invaluable service to Town residents, whether they work at local pools or Town beaches.

“The great lifeguarding tradition began in 1967 for the McGovern family, when John first joined the Town as a seasonal lifeguard, and it was passed down to John’s son Kim, and now his grandson, Jack,” Supervisor Saladino explained. “The diligence and attention to detail it takes to be a lifeguard –John is someone who has it all, and his hard work and commitment have now been passed down to the next generation. That doesn’t just go for his family, it goes far beyond that, as John and others in our lifeguarding team help train and certify lifeguards at both our pool and beach facilities.”

TOWN HONORS THREE GENERATIONS OF BEACH LIFESAVERS

- 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.

2024 Massapequa Hall Of Fame Honorees

The Hall of Fame seeks to recognize alumni who have achieved extraordinary success in their chosen field or have provided exemplary service to the schools, community or the family. The goal of the Hall of Fame is to promote school & community pride. Hall of Fame Members provide an excellent resource for career advisement and networking for current and future students.

Sean NealisMHS 2015

Professional soccer player for Major League Soccer (MLS)

New York Red Bulls since 2019; team captain in 2023 season

Four-year Varsity Soccer player and senior captain for Hofstra University. Colonial Athletic Association 2018 Defensive Player of the Year and United Soccer Coaches Scholar All-America 1st Team Led the Massapequa Chiefs to an NYSPHSAA Class AA Championship as a Junior at MHS

Bruce Stegner - MHS 1982

One of the most successful coaches in Massapequa High School history, dominating Girls Soccer: 300 wins, 7 State Titles, 18 County Championships, 11 Long Island Titles

5 State Coach of the Year Awards

6 players named NY State Gatorade Players of the Year

3 players named to US National Team Newsday designated him as the #2 High School Coach of the Decade

Billy Alba - MHS 1976

Linda Hanna - MHS 1972

Dylan Nealis - MHS 2016

Founder, President and CEO of Home Comfort Assistance in the field of elder care. Creator of “Everything Massapequa” Facebook page celebrating community events. Supporter of local fundraisers and events in the community. Sponsor of needy families and local athletic youth teams. Former owner of Little Italian Deli donating food for people in need.

Christopher O’BrienMHS 2003

Co-Founder CoPresident and CoCEO of TickPick, an innovative “all-in” ticket sales company

Named a “Technology Fast 500” Company by Deloitte Rated among 50 fastest growing companies in NY by Crains New York

Recognized by Biden Administration for innovation and transparency in ticket sales

Gail Klubnick

For extraordinary service to the Massapequa Communities

Family owned and operated Tim’s Florist in Massapequa Park for over fifty years.

Generously contributes her time and products to help beautify downtown Massapequa Park Along with her Tim’s Florist team, actively contributes and decorates for Halloween, Memorial Day, 4th of July and Christmas holiday seasons

Exemplary service as a court reporter in the Nassau County and Suffolk County Family Court system and Supreme Court of Suffolk County. Long time commitment to organizations in the community; 50 years of service to the Massapequa Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary, and 14 years as a Director and VP of the Massapequa Hall of Fame. Member of the Historical Society dedicated to preserving the history and landmarks of Massapequa. Member of the LI West Point Parents Association and spearheaded the collection and mailing of supplies for troops in Afghanistan.

Professional soccer player for the Major League Soccer (MLS)

New York Red Bulls. Captained Georgetown University to NCAA National Championship in 2019. 1st Team All-American, All East Region, Two-time All Big East, and Big East Defensive Player of Year at Georgetown University

All-Conference and MVP for MHS Class AA State Soccer Championship Team 2013

Dr. Stephen PetersBHS 1971

Pioneer in the field of Surgical Pathology at Hackensack University Medical Center (26 Years) and at Rutgers University (14 Years)

Inventor of the “Peters Cryoembedding System” which has significantly improved the accuracy and speed of diagnosis and used the all over the world

Author of renowned medical textbook A Practical Guide to Frozen Section Technique

Brian Mulcahy

Eric Reid (Friedlieb)MHS 1975

46 consecutive years in National, Regional and Collegiate broadcasting Original Color and Play-by-Play broadcaster for Miami Heat through their current season; announced 3 NBA Championship seasons Winner of 26 Regional Emmy Awards, 4-time Florida Sportscaster of the Year 3 years with New England Sports Network (NESN), hosted pre and post Red Sox games Announced football, basketball and lacrosse for Providence and Boston Colleges and Cornell University

Jim Annunziato - MHS 1992

For his contribution to education and service to the school community: Dynamic and innovative teacher, mentor and coach at Unqua and Birch Lane Elementary Schools 3-time recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Motivated students to participate and succeed in academic competitions including National History Day and the Christopher Columbus Award competition. Selected by NASA to attend Kennedy Space Center training program

International career in music engineering, recording & amp; humanitarian projects. Winner of Latin Grammy for engineering of Marc Anthony’s song “Vivir Mi Vida”. Worked with multi-platinum entertainers including Billy Joel, Celine Dion and Marc Anthony. Donates time and talent to support the Mineola Cancer Center for Kids. Designed and built Logos Recording Studios and donates time in support of NYMSSA participants Created music for CARE providing global maternal and child health care in impoverished nations

Stay Sun-Safe This Summer With Free Skin Cancer Screenings At Jones Beach

As families across Long Island are enjoying their last few weeks of summer sun, it’s the perfect time to remind everyone of the importance of sunsafety. On Sunday, August 18, don’t miss an interactive, fun, educational and free event for the whole family that promotes sun safety and provides information about preventing skin cancer.

Stony Brook Medicine dermatologists will be on hand offering free skin cancer screenings. Screenings are appropriate for those 18 years and older.

The event hosted by Stony Brook Cancer

Center and Stony Brook Dermatology Associates in coordination with the Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign and sponsored by Pfizer and La Roche Posay, will also feature carnival style educational games, free giveaways and healthcare resources for skin cancer concerns.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. with 1 in 5 people being diagnosed with it in their lifetime. Stony Brook healthcare experts will be on hand to answer questions and provide resources pertaining to sun safety,

including prevention and resources for skin cancer screening.

WHEN: Sunday, August 18, 2024 Skin Cancer Screenings 11 AM to 2 PM Education and Resources 10 AM to 2 PM

WHERE: Jones Beach State Park 1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793

Look for the Stony Brook Cancer Center banner.

Closest parking lot is Parking Lot 6.

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Volunteer Opportunities For Recent Grads

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 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.

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By JoAnn Cilla

153 Days Left In 2024

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 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

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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!

JOANN CILLA

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• English as a second language: Volunteers can spend time abroad teaching English to students. Others may want to volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities For Recent Grads

Churches, synagogues and mosques may have volunteer opportunities focused on community outreach or programs affiliated with local nonprofits.

• Community government: A person

• Religious groups:

• 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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