September 11, 2024 Massapequa by Long Island Media Group

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AN AIR OF EXCITEMENT AMONG MASSAPEQUA’S NEWEST

New teachers gathered at the Teacher Learning Center in McKenna Elementary School on the morning of Aug. 20 for introductions from Massapequa Board of Education President Kerry Wachter and Superintendent Dr. William

Superintendent Dr. William Brennan, left, and Board of Education President Kerry Wachter, second from left, greeted

teachers who are also Massapequa graduates. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District.

Saladino: Town To Host Famous Bluefish Tournament In Oyster Bay Registration Now Open To Anglers Of

If hours of fishing followed by a tailgate party with food, raffles, awards and prizes sounds like a perfect day to you, then you’ll want to sign up immediately for the 38th Annual Town of Oyster Bay Bluefish Tournament, scheduled for Sunday, September 15th and hosted by Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board. The posttournament tailgate party will take place on the beach at Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay.

“The Bluefish Tournament is a great all-day sporting event with wonderful prizes

All Ages

and great camaraderie,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Join us for this fun day of tranquility on the water, the adrenaline rush of feeling that first big tug on your fishing line and the spirit of competition as you try to beat the tournament record and compete for prizes.”

The tournament runs from 4:30am to 4pm and is open to anglers of all ages. All contestants must be pre-registered. The entrance fee for the tournament is $40 for Town of Oyster Bay residents and $60 for nonresidents. All contestants will automatically be entered for other prize drawings.

In-Person Registration is offered at Causeway Bait & Tackle in Wantagh, Hi-Hook Bait & Tackle in Huntington, and Duffy’s Bait & Tackle in Glenwood Landing. The Town of Oyster Bay is also hosting registration from 8am – 5pm on September 14th, or it can be mailed to: Town of Oyster Bay Department of Parks Attn: Jackie Devlin Bluefish Tournament 977 Hicksville Road Massapequa, NY 11758. Along with plaques, winners of 1st through 10th Places will receive gift certificates in the following amounts: 1st

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Place - $1,000; 2nd Place - $750; 3rd Place - $500; 4th Place - $400; 5th & 6th Places - $300; 7th & 8th Places - $100; 9th & 10th Places - $100. Prizes subject to increase based on registration. Raffle winners must be present to receive their prizes, which will be presented at the tailgate party scheduled for 3pm.

Sponsors of the 2024 Bluefish Tournament include: Mill Max Corporation, Causeway

Bait & Tackle, Duffy’s Bait & Tackle, Coach Meeting House, Cooper Bluff, Hi-Hook Bait & Tackle, Homes by Mara Realty, New York Marine Trades Association, Oyster Bay Marine Supply, Applebee’s of Bethpage, and the Sabrina Navaretta Memorial Foundation. For further information, please contact the Town of Oyster Bay Parks Department, Recreation Division, at (516) 7977945.

YES Community Counseling Center Celebrates Selection As A Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Beneficiary

YES Community Counseling Center has been selected as a beneficiary of the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program for the month of September.

The Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, which launched in May 2019, is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal to make a difference in the communities where shoppers live and work.

Center will receive a $1 donation every time the $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at this location during September

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YES Community Counseling Center was selected as the September beneficiary of the program by store leadership at the Stop & Shop located at 702 Hicksville Road, Massapequa NY. YES Community Counseling

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SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12

7:00PM LONG ISLAND IN THE MOVIES

The Seaford Historical Society will host a presentation by Greg Blank about Long Island in the Movies, at the Historical Society Museum. The Museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Members Free. $5 fee for nonmembers. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-660-2275

CALL FOR TIME GENERAL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP & LOSS OF ADULT CHILD GROUP

The General Support Group is open to anyone who has suffered a loss at least three months prior to the start of the group. The Adult Child Group has a no wait requirement. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited. The groups will be offered at St. John Nepomucene, 1140 Locust Ave. in Bohemia. Please call to reserve your seat, 631-589-0540, ext. 250.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

9:30AM-11:00AM

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

If you have lost a loved one, Our Lady Of Grace Church at 666 Albin Avenue in West Babylon is now forming a bereavement support group to help you through your grief. It will run every Saturday. The ﬁrst class begins 9/14/24 and ends 11/23/24. Call John at 631-874-0210 or Fran at 631-587-1578

SUNDAY, SEPT. 15

10:00AM THE GOSPEL IN DISNEY

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

Join Community Presbyterian Church for The Gospel in Disney Worship Service. They will visit the themes of temptation, loss and the saving power of love in the Creation Story and Snow White. Community Presbyterian Church is located at 1843 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For information, please call 631-242-0221

10:00AM

WORSHIP IN THE PARK & PICNIC

We're taking our family worship outside at Marjorie Post Park and hosting a picnic afterwards with fun, games & food. Call 516-541-7008 for more information. Community United Methodist Church, 100 Park Boulevard in Massapequa.

11:00AM–3:00PM

ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK EXHIBIT

Farmingdale's 13th Annual Art in the Park Exhibit, Show & Sale will take place on the Village Green. The Art show features over 20 local artists including Legendary Long Island artist Elaine Faith Thompson and other amazing Long Island artists. The event is planned by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee. Rain date September 22nd. Farmingdale Village Green, 361 Main Street. For more information, please call 516-249-0093

2:00PM-4:00PM

CEMETERY TOUR

Join Community Presbyterian Church and the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet for its 4th Cemetery Tour hosted by the Oakwood Cemetery Assoc. Hear accounts of interesting characters, dressed in historical costumes, such as a sailing legend,

grave robbers, and more! For more info: www.isliphamlethistory.org, 631-559-2915

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

CEREMONY BEGINS

7:45 PM

VETERAN'S PICNIC

5:30 PM

POW/MIA VIGIL

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Hosted by Sgt. John Sardiello American Legion Post 1634 in conjunction with the Town of Babylon. Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy. in Lindenhurst. For more information, call 631-669-3931 or Michael Brothers, Commandercommander.post1634@gmail.com or BillieJo Vozza, Vigil Coordinatorsecretary.post1634@gmail.com

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

9:00AM - 3:00PM

2024 ANNUAL CHURCH FAIR

Rafﬂe Baskets, Live Music, Food, various vendors, church yard sale items. Something for everyone! Vendors Wanted - 10"X10" spaces available $60 per space. Please call or text 516-313-9148 for details. First Presbyterian Church 497 Pulaski Road in Greenlawn.

DOORS OPEN 6:30PM NIGHT AT THE RACES

WADE-BURNS VFW POST 7279 560 N. Delaware Avenue, Linderhurst, 11757. Tickets $10.00 per person. Tap Beer, House Wine, Soda, Coffee, Cake, Tea. Must be 18 or over to attend. Hot dogs for purchase. For more information, please call 631-888-9854

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YES Community Counseling Center Celebrates Selection As A Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Beneficiary

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unless otherwise directed by the customer through the Giving Tag attached to the bag.

“We are thrilled that YES Community Counseling Center was selected for the September Community Bag Program. We are grateful for the support of Stop & Shop and the entire community,” said Adrienne LoPresti, Executive Director of YES Community Counseling Center. “This will strengthen YES’ ability to respond to the overwhelming needs of children and families and provide accessible

and affordable care to those in need.”

YES Community Counseling Center is a nonprofit based in Massapequa and Levittown, NY. Founded in 1977, YES Community Counseling Center has helped increase awareness about personal and community issues, prevent and treat substance abuse, and promote healthy families and a safe community. Learn more about YES Community Counseling Center by visiting https://www.yesccc.org/ For more information on the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, visit stopandshop.2givelocal.com.

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