Why Car Washes Are Important
Taking care of a vehicle involves more than just maintaining the equipment under the hood. Car washes keep a vehicle shiny and clean, which can help it look good while sitting in the driveway or cruising the highway. However, regular car washes are more than cosmetic.
• Protection from the sun: A car that is routinely and properly washed and waxed is less vulnerable to damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
• Extend the life of paint: Dirt and debris can build up on the paint surface and eventually lead to scratches and other damage. Bird droppings and sap can be corrosive. Washing will help remove grime and protect the paint in the process.
• Preserve the vehicle’s value: Drivers who plan to sell or trade in their vehicles in the future should realize that a wellmaintained car can bring in as much as 20 percent more for above-average condition, according to Kelley Blue Book. Maintaining a clean and shiny vehicle can protect its long-term value.
• Remove salt: Drivers who live near the ocean or in areas where roads are salted in the winter to melt snow may have cars with high salt corrosion rates. Unless it’s washed off frequently, salt can take its toll, leading to damage.
• Improve fuel efficiency: Drivers have felt pain in their wallets at the fuel pump in recent years. Dirty cars may be less aerodynamic and less fuel-efficient as a result. Keeping a car clean may improve its fuel efficiency.
• Maintain the interior: Car washes are not only about the exterior. Keeping a clean and tidy interior can help improve the air quality inside of the vehicle and prolong the life of upholstery, mats and interior components.
Accessing Schooling Options
(NAPSI)—Parents are more optimistic about their children’s academic, emotional, and social development and they increasingly support school choice according to EdChoice, which wants all K–12 students to access the schooling options—
public, private, charter, homeschooling or other— best for them. Learn more at www.edchoice.org.
Did You Know?
(NAPS)—Slow down during the last half hour before you go to bed, advises Dr. Richard Shane, the licensed psychotherapist and sleep therapist who developed the Sleep Easily Method that leads you gently into sleep. Learn more at www. drshane.com and www. sleepeasily.com.
Deer Park High School’s Class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian are Reza Zorakhsh and Adib Shaikh, respectively.
Zorakhsh, a National Merit Scholarship Finalist and AP Scholar with Distinction, will graduate with a weighted GPA of 110.53. He serves as president of the National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society, co-captain of the Math Team and Science Olympiad, and captain of the
varsity track team. As part of Deer Park’s DECA team, he earned a silver medal at New York DECA’s 65th annual State Career Conference.
Zorakhsh has not decided on a college or major.
Shaikh, an AP Scholar with Distinction, will graduate with a weighted GPA of 109.20. He serves as president of the STEM Club, executive vice president of DECA, treasurer of the Spanish Honor Society and
the New York State Seal of Biliteracy.
will attend Stony Brook University,
in applied mathematics and statistics.
Red Cross Club; is a member of the National Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Science Honor Society, New York DECA Honor Society, Muslim Student Association and Social Issues Club; and earned
Shaikh
majoring
Photos courtesy of Deer Park School District
REZA ZORAKHSH ADIB SHAIKH
MAY HAPPENINGS
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
HOLIDAYS
11th - MOTHER'S DAY
26th - MEMORIAL DAY
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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
Summer Is Coming.... Sell While The Market’s Heating Up!
Thinking about selling your home? Summer is prime time! With more buyers out and about, longer days, and beautiful curb appeal, now is the perfect season to make your move. Let’s get your home sold fast and for top dollar!!
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
“Michelle was amazing. Very responsive. Great experience from start to finish! Michelle explained the process, answered all our questions, coordinated quickly and efficiently the whole process between all parties involved. We recommend Michelle to all our friends on Long Island”.
-Zillow Review From Previous Seller
Hospital Association Offers $2,000 Scholarship
The Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC) announces a $2,000 scholarship for college juniors/seniors or post graduate students who are studying Journalism, Marketing/ Communications, or Healthcare Administration. (The
scholarship is not for clinical-based study.)
The Ann Marie Brown Memorial Scholarship honors the late Ann Marie Brown, who served as vice president for government and public relations for the Hospital Council from 1983 to 1993. The scholarship
is administered by the Hospital Council’s Communications Committee. Filing deadline is June 20, 2025. For more information and an application go to the NSHC scholarship page or call 631-334-8321.
Health Screenings
Health screenings are a vital component of preventative health care. Specific screenings for older adults can help them stay healthy. Healthline and WebMD recommend older adults schedule these routine tests. The frequency of the screenings may depend on individuals’ health histories, so each
test should be discussed with a physician during adults’ annual checkups.
· Blood pressure check Blood test to check cholesterol and triglyceride levels
· Colorectal cancer exam starting at age 50
· Weight screening to check for gains or losses
Prostate cancer screening for men age 70 and older
· Breast exam and mammogram for women, starting at age 40
· Pap smear and HPV tests at recommended intervals advised by a doctor
· Hearing test
· Osteoporosis test
· Shingles and pneumococcal vaccines
· Eye exam
· Periodontal exam yearly
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Babylon And Huntington Spring Senior Advocate Schedules
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 trouble-free 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.”
