On Sunday, May 18th, Councilman Anthony Manetta and Town Clerk Gerry Compitello hosted Mangia on the Lawn! This vibrant celebration of Italian culture, cuisine, and community took place on the Great Lawn at Town Hall. Pictured to the right and left of Councilman Manetta (center) are performers Angelo Venuto and his daughter Maria Venuto. Also pictured are guests who attended the festival.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28th
6:00PM
MYSTERY BINGO
The Memorare Columbiettes are hosting a Mystery Bingo evening. $35 per person includes 8 games of bingo, wine, soda, snacks and dessert. Mystery clues lead to winners' prizes. Raffles, 50/50 and lotto board chances will also be available for purhase. Memorare Council, 2183 Jackson Ave. Seaford, NY 11783. For tickets and information call: Kathy LoFrese 516221-1398 or Lisa Koening 516-826-5751
THURSDAY, MAY 29th & THURSDAY, JUNE 5th
6:45PM
BINGO THURSDAY NIGHTS
$2000 Cash Prizes. Doors Open 5:00pm. - Games start 6:45pm. Cost: 5.00. Knights of Columbus, 78 Hempstead Ave., Lynbrook, NY 11563. For more information, please call 516-887-2228
FRIDAY, MAY 30th
9:00AM-5:00PM
LONG ISLAND ORCHID FESTIVAL
The Long Island Orchid Society will be holding its 10th annual festival at Planting Fields Arboretum in Oyster Bay on May 30-June 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This year’s theme is all about terrariums and the many ways they are used to grow orchids. Free Event. Planting Fields Arboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771. For more information, please call Sherri Evans 516 338 6604
11th - MOTHER'S DAY
26th - MEMORIAL DAY
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, MAY 31st
10:00AM Registration 12:30PM Start 4th ANNUAL 5K CROSS COUNTRY RUN/WALK
VFW Post 6249 Joseph P. Dwyer Weekend Race Event. Rain or Shine. Proceeds to benefit the Joseph Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project. Rocky Point HS, 82 Rocky Point, Yaphank Road. Register: strongislandrunningclub.com. For more information, please call the VFW 631-744-9106 or 631-873-8272. vfw6249@yahoo.com. Donations welcome!
5:00PM-8:00PM COMEDY & KARAOKE NIGHT
First Presbyterian Church, 497 Pulaski Rd Greenlawn, NY 11740. Tickets $10/pp ~ Sold at the Door (Pizza, Salad, Dessert & Beverages) Featuring; Squeaky Clean Comedienne Pat Shea & Joyful Noise Karaoke with DJ Larry.
THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY thru MAY 31st
11:00AM-4:00PM
UP-CYCLED OCEAN CRAFTS
Explore the wildlife of the Long Island Sound as you create your own using recycled materials in this self-guided activity. Leave your creation with us to be featured in our "Recycled Ecosystem" display. Free with Admission. The Whaling Museum & Education Center 301 Main St. Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724. For more information, please call Cristina Ainslie 631-367-3418
UPCOMING
JUNE EVENTS
SUNDAY, JUNE 1st
10:00AM-4:00PM
NORTH BABYLON LIONS CLUB STREET FAIR
(rain date 6/8) Deer Park Ave From Hale Rd to Stone Ave. Bounce Rides, Over 100 Craft Artisans, Vendors, Food trucks, Raffles and 50/50's. For more information, please contact Peter O'Leary 516383-0553
THURSDAY, JUNE 5th
Doors open 6:30PM, Event begins 7:00PM A HILARIOUS HYPNOSIS SHOW Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park, NY 11729. Admission includes a complimentary Brumidi Bento Snack Box, Coffee/Tea, Cash Bar, & Raffles. Good, clean fun appropriate for all ages. For more information, please call Linda Galensas 516-356-0949
7:00PM
FOURTH ANNUAL
HERE-AND-NOW ART EXHIBITION
Sponsored by Long Island Arts Council at Freeport June 1 to 28, Reception: Thursday, June 5, 7 p.m. This wide-ranging, eclectic, and inspiring show demonstrates the breadth and talent of the artists. Free Event. Freeport Memorial Library, 144 West Merrick Road Freeport, NY 11520. For more information, please call Cindy Soto 516-379-3274
24 S. Carll Ave. Babylon, NY
Friends of Babylon Library Spring Book Sale
Thursday, May 29, 4:00pm – 7:30pm (Friends members only)
Friday, May 30 & Saturday, May 31, 10:00am – 4:30pm
Come browse for a new book or an old favorite at the Friends of the Babylon Public Library Spring
Book Sale! Thursday evening hours are reserved for Friends members only, but you can become a member at the door. Proceeds from the book sale pay for the library’s Museum Pass Program.
One-on-One Medicare Counseling
Monday, June 2, 10:00am – 12:00pm
A representative from Senior Services of North America will be here to assist with your Medicare questions. Please contact the Adult Reference Desk for an appointment time.
Adult Games
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 1:00pm – 4:00pm
The Community Room is open for library patrons to play games of their own choosing. Patrons must bring their own games. New players are always welcome. Adults only. No registration required.
Writer’s Workshop Tuesdays, June 3 & 17 5:30pm – 7:45pm
Babylon Library’s Writer’s Workshop meets two Tuesday evenings a month. New and experienced writers are welcome. Feel free to bring any works in progress to share and discuss. Registration is required.
Bites & Biographies
Book Discussion: Born a Crime
Wednesday, June 4, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
We will be reading the book Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah. Copies will be available at the Adult Reference Desk. Please register for this program.
Paint Night:
Summer Seascape Wednesday, June 4, 6:00pm – 7:30pm Join local artist Kathy
Reccardi as she teaches participants step-by-step how to paint a lovely summer seascape. No painting experience needed. A non-refundable $5.00 fee is due at registration. Registration for non-Babylon patrons begins 5/19.
Lantern Theatre
Presents: What a Surprise! Saturday, June 7,
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Long Island’s longest running theatre group presents, “What a Surprise!” This compilation of one-act plays will bring a smile to your lips and, at times, a tear to your eye. Each play reveals a surprise to the audience while showing the truth to the phrase, “You never know.” Please
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 6 PM: The Never Ending Story Book Store
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 9 AM: Positions Dance Studio
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 6 PM: TBD
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 9 AM: TBD
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6 PM: TBD
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 9 AM: TBD
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6 PM: TBD
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Resume & Cover Letter
Writing Monday, June 9, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Whether you are applying to your first job or changing careers after years in one field, crafting a strong resume and cover letter is key to landing the interview. In this class, you’ll learn strategies for organizing
your resume, writing active descriptions of your work experiences, knowing what to prioritize in your cover letter, and presenting the information in a coherent fashion. Participants should bring their cover letter and resume IF they have one, and their preferred writing tools (pen/paper or laptop). Please register for this program.
Stitch & Chat
Needlecraft Circle Tuesday, June 10, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Bring your own needlecraft supplies and projects, and enjoy some conversation while you work! Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or another form of needlecraft, you’re welcome to join us once a month to stitch and chat. No registration required.
Jane Austen 101
Wednesday, June 11, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Have you always wanted to learn more about Jane Austen, but didn’t know where to start? Join us to learn more about the life of the authoress of Pride & Prejudice, as well as many other well-known novels, and see the legacy her writing has made on modern society. Please register for this program.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teens Minecraft
Saturday, May 24 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your own device for Minecrafting fun! Please come with a Microsoft account and username. Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Teens Dungeons & Dragons
Wednesdays, June 4 & 18 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us in the library for Dungeons & Dragons!
Build a character, choose your weapons, and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice. New and experienced players welcome! Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Teens Wind Chimes Friday, June 6, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Join us in the library to make a custom wind chime for your yard! Grades 6-12. Registration required.
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Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Spring 2025 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”
This spring, Senior
Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Wednesday, June 18, 10 am – 1 pm
• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesday, June 4, 8:30 – 11:00 am
• Tanner Park Senior Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesday, June 11, 8:30 am – 1 pm
• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive,
North Babylon: Tuesday, June 24, 12 – 3:00 pm
• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesday, June 11, 10 am – 1 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesday, June 18, 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursdays, May
29 & June 26, 8:30 am –12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any
of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and troublefree access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
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