NORDIC NOOK IS SEAFORD HIGH SCHOOL’S NEW COOL CAFÉ
Months of planning and construction was worth the wait at Seaford High School, as students and teachers are enjoying a new café, the Nordic Nook. The space was created from an old teacher cafeteria that had been used for storage in recent years. District administrators and the Board of Education had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Nordic Nook.
courtesy of the Seaford School District
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• USDA Prime Marinated London Broil
• 12 USDA Prime Sirloin Sliders
• 12 USDA GRADE A Chicken Skewers
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An impressive 5 protein package with plenty of sides to choose from!
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
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• Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs with Buns!
• USDA GRADE-A White Meat Chicken Skewers
• USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers
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• Sugar Sweet Local Corn On The Cob
CHOOSE THREE SIDES: PINO’S FAMOUS HOMEMADE
Macaroni Salad • Farfalle Pasta Salad,
Potato Salad • Crisp String Bean Salad
Cole Slaw
PACKAGE ALSO INCLUDES: • Boar’s Head American Cheese • Burger & Hot Dog Buns • Ketchup, Mustard
Paper Goods, Serving Utensils & Food Trays!
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An impressive 6 protein package featuring filet mignon, shrimp kebabs & more!
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• Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• USDA Black Angus Filet Mignon Steaks
• Boar’s Head Hot Dogs, All Natural
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USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers or All Natural Jumbo Shrimp Kebabs
• Cole Slaw • Caprese Pasta Salad PACKAGE ALSO INCLUDES:
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Ketchup, Mustard
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Charred Green Beans with Lemon Verbena Pesto
Fire Up The Grill For Fresh Veggies
Vegetables are more versatile than many people may know. Steaming or sautéing vegetables might be among the most popular ways to cook veggies, but grillmasters know that it’s not just main dishes that taste great when cooked over an open flame.
As the following recipe for “Charred Green Beans with Lemon Verbena Pesto” from Karen Adler and Judith Fertig’s “The Gardener & The Grill” (Running Press) can attest, grilled vegetables make for simple yet satisfying side dishes.
Serves 2 to 4
1 1⁄2 pounds slender green beans
2 teaspoons olive oil
Lemon Verbena Pesto
1 cup fresh lemon verbena leaves
(substitute fresh lemon balm leaves)
2 garlic cloves
1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1⁄4 cup pine nuts or English walnuts
1⁄2 cup olive oil
Fine kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions:
Prepare a hot fire in your grill.
Toss the beans with olive oil and place in a perforated grill basket or wok set on a baking sheet.
For the Lemon Verbena Pesto, combine the lemon verbena, garlic, cheese, and nuts in a food processor and pulse to puree. Slowly add the olive oil with the processor running until the mixture thickens and emulsifies, about 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper. The pesto will keep in the refrigerator for 7 to 10 days, or it may be frozen for up to 3 months.
Place the grill wok or basket directly over the fire and stir-grill, tossing the beans with wooden paddles or grill spatulas until crisp-tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer the grilled beans to a large bowl and toss with about 1⁄4 cup of the Lemon Verbena Pesto or to taste.
Nordic Nook Is Seaford High School’s New Cool Café
Months of planning and construction was worth the wait at Seaford High School, as students and teachers are enjoying a new café, the Nordic Nook. The space was created from an old teacher cafeteria that had been used for storage in recent years.
Tucked between the junior/senior cafeteria and the kitchen, the modern space features an array of beverages and treats that
are different from the regular cafeteria menu. There is coffee, tea and smoothies, pastries and grab-and-go salads and sandwiches. A hamburger, fries and drink special is already a popular item.
Nordic Nook is run by Aramark, the district’s food service provider.
Principal Nicole Schnabel said that the idea came about last year as part of a desire to upgrade
facilities in a 1950s-era high school to appeal to today’s generation of students. Already, renovations have been completed to the auditorium, library, wellness center and upperclassmen cafeteria, with work on the other cafeteria slated for the coming summer.
“One of our goals is to create more enhanced spaces for our students to come to and stay
connected to our campus,” Ms. Schnabel said.
Nordic Nook is open on school days from 6:50 a.m. to 3 p.m. All students can go before and after school, while it is also available to juniors and seniors during their lunch periods. Additionally, 12th graders can go during their senior privilege periods, and faculty and staff can stop by any time. Recently, Ms. Schnabel hosted a South
Shore principals meeting there.
“Good food and it looks nice,” was the feedback from ninth graders Dylan Lukas and Chase Coppola, who recently visited after school and enjoyed one of the Nordic Nook’s specialties – muffin tops.
Menu ideas came from a focus group that included students on the Shared Decision Making Committee, as well as
junior and senior class officers. That group also came up with the name as an homage to the Seaford Vikings.
“It was a collaborative effort between our food service provider, the facilities department, students, administration and the community,” Ms. Schnabel said. “The space is amazing and it brings our facilities to the next level.”
District administrators and the Board of Education had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Nordic Nook. Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
Seaford High School students are loving the new café, the Nordic Nook.
Ninth graders Dylan Lukas, left, and Chase Coppola stopped by after school to see the new space.
About 7% of high school athletes go on to play sports in college. At Seaford High School, that number is consistently double. The college-bound athletes from the Class of 2025 were recognized at an evening letter of intent signing ceremony on May 1.
The senior class will have 21 athletes go on to play at 20 different colleges next year both near and
College Sports Await 21 Seaford Athletes
far. They represent nine of Seaford’s varsity teams.
Kevin Witt, director of physical education, health and athletics, said their hard work and determination is what brought them to this milestone moment. He reminded them to thank their teachers, coaches and parents for all of the support and encouragement offered along the way.
The bleachers were
filled with proud parents, grandparents and siblings, many wearing shirts to celebrate the college choices of their respective athletes. During a slide presentation, coaches spotlighted the accomplishments of their seniors. The Seaford Booster Club decorated the gymnasium, making large posters with the college logo for each athlete as well as placing balloons on
the chairs based on their future school’s colors.
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 collegebound athletes:
Baseball: Jason Berthel, University of Bridgeport; Jordan Cassuto, SUNY Purchase; Brendan Draude, Valley Forge University; Rob Grzelaczyk, SUNY Farmingdale; Luke Walsh, SUNY Maritime.
Softball: Skyler Secondino, Molloy
University.
Cheerleading: Ava Ammiratti, St. John’s University; Hayley Kern, Sacred Heart University.
Field Hockey: Emma Masie, Manhattanville University.
Football: Justin Betz, Nassau Community College; Kyle Britton, Endicott University; Ayden Das, Molloy University; Robert McNamara, Alfred University.
Veterans & Military Heroes Invited To Armed Forces Appreciation Day May 16th
A Salute To Our Veterans & Military Heroes –Featuring Live Music, BBQ & Patriotism
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Louis Imbroto proudly invite all veterans and activeduty military personnel to a special Armed Forces Appreciation Day Celebration on Friday, May 16th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at SyossetWoodbury Community Park (7800 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury). This FREE event is dedicated to the brave men and women who have answered the call to serve our great nation. Join us as we come together in patriotic unity to honor those who have fought to protect our freedoms.
CELEBRATE WITH US!
• A Complimentary All-American BBQ – A lunch in honor of our heroes!
• Live Patriotic Entertainment –
Featuring the nationally acclaimed American Bombshells
• A Salute to Our Hometown Heroes –Recognizing those who have served with honor
“The men and women of our Armed Forces embody courage, sacrifice, and patriotism,” said Supervisor Saladino. “This celebration is a heartfelt thank-you to those
who have defended our freedoms, ensuring that America remains the land of the free and the home of the brave.”
RSVP & JOIN US!
To accommodate as many hometown heroes as possible, each veteran or active-duty service member may bring one guest to share in this special day. Call (516) 7974121 to reserve your spot!
Councilman Imbroto concluded, “Let’s raise our flags, stand together, and show our deep appreciation for those who have served. God bless our troops, our veterans, and the United States of America!”
MAY HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14th
6:00PM-10:00PM
CHEFS FOR A CAUSE
The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition is hosting "Chefs For A Cause" at The Piermont, 494 Fire Island Ave. in Babylon. Over 25 restaurants from Long Island. No Walk-ins. $125 per ticket. For more information, please call 631-893-4110
THURSDAY, MAY 15th
7:00PM
DESIGNER PURSE BINGO
Brumidi Lodge in Deer Park
Doors open at 5:30 games begin at 7pm. $30.00 Admission – includes 3 boards per game 10 games to be played.Coffee, Tea, Dessert and Door Prizes. 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For tickets call Karen 631-9433622
FRIDAY, MAY 16th
12:00NOON-5:00PM
FREE PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING
Stony Brook Medicine hosts Free Prostate Cancer Screenings in Holbrook. This month, free screenings will be held at the Department of Urology’s office, 280 Union Avenue, Holbrook, NY 11741. Appointments are strongly recommended. Insurance is not required. To make an appointment, call 631-216-9181. For more information about Stony Brook Medicine’s Prostate Care Program, visit stonybrook.info/ prostatecareprogram. For more information about Stony Brook’s free Prostate Cancer screenings, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/patientcare/
HOLIDAYS
11th - MOTHER'S DAY
26th - MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 26, 2025
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7:00PM-10:00PM
BINGO NIGHT
East Farmingdale Kiwanis Club presents Bingo Night at Knights of Columbus, 1 Morton St. in Farmingdale. $15 entry includes 8 games (extra books available for $5) Door prizes and raffles. RSVP to Patrick Burns 646-436-5258/ patswoodworking@gmail.com or Carolyn Lindsley at virgomilo99@aol. com
SATURDAY, MAY 17th
10:00AM-3:00PM
SUNDAY, MAY 18th
12:00 NOON-3:00PM
SACRED SITES WITH THE NEW YORK LANDMARKS CONSERVANCY Saint Mary's Church is hosting an OPEN HOUSE for Sacred Sites with the New York Landmarks Conservancy. Come visit and tour St. Mary's Historic Church located at 175 Broadway, Amityville. Light refreshments and music too! Questions, please call 631-264-0004
SATURDAY, MAY 17th
1:00AM-4:00PM
SUNDAY, MAY 18th
12:00 NOON-2:00PM NEW YORK LANDMARKS
CONSERVANCY’S ANNUAL
SACRED SITES
As part of The New York Landmarks Conservancy’s annual Sacred Sites OPEN HOUSE, Sayville Congregational Church will open its doors to visitors. Please join them to experience their
historic church. A guided tour of the bell tower will be provided, an art show will be on display, and light refreshments and music will be provided. Visit www.sayvilleucc.org.
SUNDAY, MAY 18th
12 NOON-4:00PM
COMMUNITY PICNIC
The Lindenhurst Historical Society will celebrate the 1901 Restored LIRR Depot and Freight House Museum’s 50th Anniversary with a “Community Picnic” on the Great Lawn at Irmisch Historical Park (intersection of South Broadway and South 3rd Street). All are invited to attend and enjoy an afternoon of festivities commemorating the community’s railroad history music, museum tours, food trucks, model train display, raffles, lawn games and sack races for the children. For more information, please email lindenhursthistoricalsociety@gmail. com.
6:00PM
ANNUAL SPRING CONCERT
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Music Ministry Annual Spring Concert
In the Church at 210 S. Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. Featuring the OLPH Adult Choir, Schola, Youth Choir, Cantors and Instrumentalists. Hospitality follows in the Auditorium. Raffle tickets. Suggested Donation: $10 for Adults; $5 for Senior Citizens and Students; $20 for the whole Family. For more information call Music Director Erin Barrett at 631-226-7725, ext. 210
Monteleone: Job Training Opportunities Available Through Workforce Partnership
Oyster Bay Town
Councilman Andrew Monteleone recently announced that job training opportunities are currently available through the Town’s Workforce Partnership. The Workforce Partnership offers eligible job seekers the opportunity to advance their careers with grant funding for training and certification through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act. Training opportunities are available in various fields.
Councilman Monteleone stated, “We’re proud to offer a wide variety of training and certification opportunities at our Career Centers in Hicksville and Massapequa so residents may find gainful employment and achieve financial stability. I encourage eligible individuals to take
advantage of this great program and call to speak to a career counselor today!”
The eligibility requirements include:
At least 18-years-old
Eligible to work in the United States
Resident of the Town of Oyster Bay, North Hempstead or the City of Glen Cove (some exceptions may apply.) AND must be at least one
of the following:
Low-income individual
Dislocated worker
Veteran
Contact the Town of Oyster Bay Workforce Partnership at (516) 797-4560 to schedule your appointment with a career counselor at our Massapequa Career Centers located at 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. For more information, please visit www.thewp.org.
Motion Graphic Designer for Sales & Marketing needed w/ HS Diploma/GED or Foreign Equiv & 3 yrs exp as Motion Graphic Dsgnr for Sales & Mktg or Graphic Dsgnr performing following job duties: Create 2D & 3D animated videos. Create short explainer videos for digital advertising. Edit & enhance photographs. Dsgn logos, brochures, lea ets, banners & mktg materials. Produce highqlty videos showcasing projects from conceptual stages to completed builds. Create 2D illustrations & convert sketches into digital layouts for project planning & documentation. Create engaging posts for social media platforms to promote our svcs. Create presentations to e ectively communicate project details & co. o erings. Dsgn content for our co. website, ensuring it is visually appealing & up-to-date w/ current projects & news. Creative content writing for media publishing. Use Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, A er E ects & Animate. Salary: $66,539.00/yr. Bene ts: PTO. Mail Resumes to: Capitol Renovation Corp., 1596 Vestry Rd, Wantagh, NY 11793. Job Loc: Wantagh, NY.
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New York Blood Center Issues Urgent Call For Donors As Blood Supply Drops 20% Ahead Of Trauma Season
New York Blood Center (NYBC) has issued an urgent call for blood donations, especially from those with types O+ and O- blood. The current supply of O- blood, the universal blood type used in emergencies, has dropped to a critically low two-day level, and overall collections are nearly 20% below hospital demand. NYBC expects to collect only about 6,500 donations this week, falling approximately
1,600 donations short of what is needed to maintain a safe and stable blood supply in New York. Spring travel, school breaks, and packed calendars have kept regular donors away— leaving donation levels dangerously low at a time when they should be ramping up. Each year, more than 56,000 traumas are reported in New York State, most occurring between May and September when
accidents, car crashes, and violent injuries rise dramatically. Blood transfusions are often needed to treat traumas, and a spike in traumatic accidents can cause a strain on the blood supply.
Type O+ is the most common blood type, representing nearly 40% of the U.S. population. Type O- is the universal blood type and is commonly used in emergency settings. A shortage of both types, both locally
and nationally, poses serious concerns for our healthcare system, and the need for donors is critical.
“Spring can be an exciting season with warmer weather on the way and fun holiday celebrations, but it’s also a critical time of year for the blood supply,” said Andrea Cefarelli, Senior Vice President at New York Blood Center. “As we start to build our inventory ahead of the trauma-
heavy summer season, the need is more urgent than ever. We’re calling on our community, especially type O donors, to roll up their sleeves and make a donation today. Your blood donation could be the lifeline that ensures our hospitals are ready to face any emergency that comes their way.”
Blood donors can give every 56 days, and platelet donors can give twice per month. The Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) recently lifted several blood donor eligibility restrictions. To view current eligibility guidelines, visit nybc.org or call 800.688.0900. To make an appointment, donors can call 1-800-933-2566 or visit nybc.org. Can’t donate blood? You can still make a lifesaving impact by supporting NYBC’s mission through financial contributions or volunteering your time.
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