August 30, 2023 - September 12, 2023 Nassau Zone 1

The Best Advice For Home Buyers Today

By JoAnn Cilla

Last month I met with several first-time home buyers who were frustrated with the state of the residential home market on Long Island. A few of them tried, and failed, to buy a home; others simply didn’t know where to start. The common thread with all the buyers was unpreparedness; none of them were able to make an immediate move if they found the right house. I gave them some advice which prompted my August article: 12 tips for home buyers today.

1) Determine your budget: Before you start searching for a home, establish a budget that considers your income, expenses, and savings. This will help you understand how much you can afford to spend on a property.

2) Get pre-approved for a mortgage: Obtaining a mortgage pre-approval from a lender will give you

any documents, review all contracts and paperwork associated with the purchase. It is best to seek legal advice to ensure you understand the terms and conditions.

10) Don’t overlook additional costs: Be prepared for closing costs, property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintenance expenses to avoid any surprises.

11) Trust your instincts: While it’s important to consider the practical aspects of buying a home, also trust your instincts and emotions. If a property feels right and meets most of your requirements, it may be the right choice for you.

12) Take your time: Buying a home is a major decision. Carefully consider each step of the process and make informed choices that align with your longterm goals. Remember, these tips are general guidelines, and it’s always recommended to consult with professionals, such as real estate agents and financial advisors, for personalized advice based on your specific situation. Happy house hunting!

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a clear idea of how much you can borrow. This will make your home search more focused and help you negotiate with sellers.

3) Research the market: Look at recent sales data, property prices, and trends to understand the market conditions and make informed decisions.

4) Make a list of priorities: Create a list of features and amenities that are essential for your new home. This will help you narrow down your search and focus on properties that meet your needs.

5) Work with a reputable real estate agent: Find a reliable and experienced real estate agent who can guide you through the home buying process. They will have access to the latest listings, negotiate on your behalf, and provide valuable advice.

6) Visit multiple properties: Don’t rush into buying the first property you see. Visit multiple homes to get a better sense of what’s available in your price range. Take notes and compare each property against your list of priorities.

7) Consider the location: Look for factors like proximity to schools, shopping centers, transportation, and other amenities that are important to you.

8) Get a professional inspection: Hire a professional home inspector to assess its condition. This will help you uncover any potential issues or repairs needed before finalizing the purchase.

9) Review the paperwork carefully: Before signing

September Happenings

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30

10:00AM-2:00PM

FOOD DRIVE BY DRIVE

Join Mercy Haven in Islip Terrace as they gather for Food Collection with members of the community, neighbors and supporters. Drive By - Drop Off - Say Hi! Visit their website mercyhaven.org for more information.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31

5:00PM-9:00PM

BABYLON BLOCK PARTY

The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce and Babylon Restaurant Association presents Babylon Block Party. There will be games and fun for the entire family along with live music and outdoor dining. Deer Park Avenue will be closed from Main Street to Park Avenue. For more information visit their website at babylonchamber.com/events.

8:00PM-10:00PM

BEST OF THE EAGLES

A Tribute to the Music of The Eagles will be held at The Suffolk in Riverhead. For more information call 631-727-4343 or email The Suffolk at boxoffice@suffolktheater.com with any questions.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

10:00AM-4:00PM

END OF SUMMER FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in East Meadow will host an end of summer festival. It will feature food, live music, a flea market and more. Admission is free. For more information, contact 516-483-3649, email info@htocem.org or visit their website at htocem.org.

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 x211 or send events to nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com.

2:00PM-5:00PM

DAHLIA EXHIBITION AND PHOTO SHOW

The Long Island Dahlia Society will hold its annual Dahlia Exhibition and Photo Show at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Carriage House in Great River. Flowers will be on sale during the show. Exhibition flowers will be available after 3 PM on Sunday. Show is free with $8.00 parking fee. For more information visit LongIslandDahlia.org or email lidsphoto22@gmail.com for the Photo Show.

7:00PM-9:00PM

BOB ROSS PAINT NIGHT

Paint like Bob Ross in a day at Danford's in Port Jefferson. No prior experience required with step by step instruction. For more information call 631-252-1425.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

10:00AM

NEW MEMBER OPEN HOUSE

Merrick Homemakers will be hosting their new members meeting at the Seaford American Legion. Guests are welcome to stop by any first three Thursdays of the month. They hold various craft and cooking/baking classes, have speakers, and much more. Call Mary at 631-567-4483 for any additional information.

7:00PM

LINDENHURST EVENING HOMEMAKERS UNIT

Held at the Amityville Senior Center and open to all members and newcomers for women 18 years and up. New members should arrive 15 minutes early. Please contact Lisa LeBrie for more information at 516-413-7467.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

10:00AM REMEMBRANCE SERVICE

The Farmingdale United Methodist Church will hold a Remembrance Service on the 22nd anniversary of 9-11. All Farmingdale firemen/ emergency responders and their families are invited to attend, as is the general public. Please join us. For more information please call 516-694-3424 or visit farmingdaleumc.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

6:00PM-9:00PM

ISLIP'S BAY HERITAGE PROGRAM

The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will present "Islip's Bay Heritage" at the Islip Public Library. A moderator will be coordinating a panel of lifelong Islipians who have made their living or have a home on the Great South Bay. Questions for the panel are welcome. For more information visit isliphamlethistory.org or call 631-559-2915.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

8:00AM-3:00PM

FOOD COLLECTION DRIVE

PSEG Long Island’s Power to Feed Long Island summer food collection drive comes to West Babylon. Food collection bins and a drive-through option will be set up at the Stop & Shop supermarket at 575 West Montauk Highway, West Babylon, where members of the public can donate nonperishable items and household essentials for neighbors facing food insecurity.For additional information on Power to Feed Long Island, visit psegliny.com/feedLI.

Summer Recreation Program Engages Elementary Students

The Merrick Summer Recreation program was once again a tremendous success with more than 250 campers attending. Held at Chatterton Elementary School from June 27-July 28 and coordinated by

teachers Melissa Robinson and Kelley Merkel, the program featured engaging, hands-on experiences for students in kindergarten through sixth grade and was staffed by certified teachers and counselors.

The program is full of activities to keep students active while acclimating new students to the elementary school setting as well as their peers and staff. It’s also a great way to strengthen existing

friendships or form new ones.

Campers were grouped by school and attended five periods per day, each with a different designated activity ranging from crafts, jewelry making, art and computers

to outside play and many others. Theme days like Red, White and Blue, Crazy Sock and Hair, Pajama Day and College Day also added to the fun. One of the favorite activities was a visit from Mad Science, one of Long

Island’s leading science enrichment providers that combines games, science discovery and physical activity for a dynamic experience.

Photos courtesy of Merrick Public Schools

Nassau BOCES Long Island High School For The Arts Summer Scholarship Winners

Fifteen students who won scholarships to attend the Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA) recently completed the school’s four-week Summer Arts Academy.

These exceptional young talents (ages 13-17) were selected for this prestigious program based on their audition videos, showcasing their dedication and passion for the arts with a focus on music.

The recipients each have a diverse range of talent and interests in the music field. Nine of the students performed in the Musical Theatre Production program as part of the cast of Disney’s “Finding Nemo, Jr.” which was produced by LIHSA Instructor and Musical Theatre Director Chris Brick and Visiting Artist and Musical Director Adam Tilford. The other recipients learned ensemble and performance techniques in the Art of the Band with musical director and grammy nominated jazz guitarist Tom Guarna and enhanced their audio production and recording techniques with LIHSA Music Instructor Alex Vietheer. This unique summer program allows

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students the chance to perform as an ensemble as well as record their own performances in LIHSA’s own professional grade recording studio.

Lindsay Rogan, LIHSA

Assistant Principal and Summer Coordinator, said,

“We are thrilled to welcome these talented students to the Summer Arts Academy. Their dedication and creativity are commendable, and we look forward to nurturing their artistic growth and inspiring their future accomplishments.”

The scholarship winners, their school district and Summer Program at LIHSA, are listed below:

Ashlee Fucarino, Wantagh

UFSD - Musical Theatre

Addison DeFalco, Islip

UFSD - Musical Theatre

Anaya Mackey, Hempstead

UFSD - Music (Art of Band)

Cooper DaSilva, East Meadow UFSD - Musical Theatre

Grace Araoz, Locust Valley

CSD - Musical Theatre

Harry Diner, Harborfields

CSD - Music (Art of Band)

Jarod Hirsch, Smithtown

UFSD - Musical Theatre

Leo Goldstein, Glen Cove City SD - Musical Theatre

Marc Tosi, Garden City

UFSD - Music (Art of Band)

Maria D’Angelo, Levittown

UFSD - Musical Theatre

Marilena Castoro, Smithtown UFSD - Musical Theatre

Olivia Carmody, East Meadow UFSD - Musical Theatre

Patrick Kiernan, Seaford

UFSD - Music (Art of Band)

Stephanie Callan, Hicksville UFSD - Music (Art of Band)

Angelo Roussis, Westbury

UFSD - Music (Art of Band)

The scholarships, made possible through the support of The Joel Foundation, enable these young individuals to embark on a transformative artistic musical journey.

The Summer Arts Academy provides a platform for these students to immerse themselves in their craft, guided by LIHSA’s team of seasoned faculty members.

The Nassau BOCES

Long Island High School for the Arts extends its warmest congratulations to the scholarship recipients and its heartfelt gratitude to The Joel Foundation for their commitment to fostering artistic excellence and providing invaluable opportunities to young, aspiring musical artists.

The John Brower, Jr. Foundation, in partnership with Outreach, will host the 8th Annual Heroes Against Heroin 5K Walk on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Jones Beach State Park, Parking Field 1 (check-in begins at 9:00 a.m.).

The Walk was established by the Brower family (parents John, Sr. and Jody, and their children Kristen and Robert) in 2014 after they tragically lost their son John, Jr. to an opioid overdose in 2014. The aim of the event is to raise awareness about the opioid epidemic and the suppport needed to fight the problem that continues to devastate families and communities throughout Long Island. All funds raised support Outreach’s life-saving treatment programs and services for individuals and families.

The Walk along the historic Jones Beach

Boardwalk serves as an ongoing tribute to the memory of John Brower, Jr. and others who have been lost to the ongoing opioid crisis. The Walk offers information to inspire and educate the public about substance and alcohol use disorders and the treatment options available to them and their loved ones. To learn more, please visit: https://opiny. org/donate/brower-walk/.

How to Participate

The 8th Annual John Brower, Jr. 5K Heroes Against Heroin Walk will take place, rain, or shine. All are welcome - families, groups, and individuals.

To register:

Download and complete a Registration Form https:// opiny.org/wp-content/ uploads/2023/07/5K-WalkRegistration-Packet.pdf and return it to the address noted on the form as soon as possible. Children under 18 should have their form

signed by a parent or guardian. They must also be accompanied at the Walk by an adult.

Note: All walkers must also complete and sign an accompanying waiver and photo release.

For online registration visit, https://opiny.org/ donate/donate-now/ Registration is $25. While applications will be accepted on the day of the event, pre-registration is strongly encouraged!

Check-in on the morning of the event begins at 9:00 a.m. The walk begins promptly at 10 a.m. Free parking will be available at Jones Beach Parking Field 1 – participants should mention to the attendant that they are attending the Outreach/Brower Walk.

For more information, assistance with registration, or any questions, please contact Marsha Radulov at 718-847-9233 ext. 2310 or marsharadulov@opiny.org.

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Summer Scholarship winners,

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from left, back row: Olivia Carmody, Grace Araoz, Ashlee Fucarino and Jarod Hirsch. Middle row: Addison DeFalco, Cooper DaSilva, Marilena Castoro, Maria D’Angelo, Marc Tosi and Leo Goldstein. Front row: Stephanie Callan, Harry Diner, Angelo Roussis and Patrick Kiernan. Not pictured: Anaya Mackey.

East Meadow Fire Department Holds Presentation At Bowling Green

Members of the East Meadow Fire Department recently held a fun presentation for students in the East Meadow School District’s

Extended School Year program.

Students gathered in Bowling Green Elementary School’s cafeteria where the fire

department members shared important skills in fire safety. They dressed in full uniform and gear to show how they look like when they arrive at

a house fire. Students also toured an actual fire truck and an EMS truck near the school’s main entrance. They shared thank-you cards with the

fire department to show gratitude for their local firefighters.

The district thanks the local firefighters of East Meadow for taking time

Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Promotes Ten Steps For Healthy Aging

It’s never too soon to practice healthy aging; the things we do to keep body and heart healthy— nutritious diet, physical activity, and social connections – also can help promote brain health and wellness. To help individuals be proactive about protecting their brain health, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing these 10 steps for successful aging.

“Lifestyle choices play a vital role in healthy aging and brain health, and it’s never too soon to start,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President & CEO. “Eating right, exercising the body and mind, getting proper sleep, and being socially active all contribute to healthy aging and good

brain health, and can potentially reduce the risk of developing a dementiarelated illness.”

AFA offers the following 10 steps for healthy aging:

Eat Well-Adopt a lowfat diet high on fruits and veggies, like strawberries, blueberries, and broccoli. Take daily vitamins. Limit intake of red meats, fried and processed foods, salt, and sugar. In general, foods that are “heart healthy” are also “brain healthy.”

Stay Active-Physical activity increases blood flow to the brain and can also help improve mood and overall wellbeing.

Brisk walking benefits brain health, while aerobics can boost your heart rate, and weight training builds strength

and flexibility.

Learn New ThingsChallenge your brain by starting a new hobby like playing tennis, learning to speak a foreign language, trying a cooking class, or something you have not done before. Even something as simple as brushing your teeth with your non-dominant hand stimulates the brain by forcing it to think outside of its normal routine.

Get Enough SleepGetting a consistent sleep every night is key; at least seven to nine hours is ideal. Having a good sleep environment is also helpful. Insomnia or sleep apnea can have serious physical effects and negatively affect memory and thinking.

Mind Your MedsMedication can affect

everyone differently, especially as you age. When getting a new medication or something you have not taken in a while (whether over the counter or prescription), talk to your doctor or local pharmacist.

Stop Smoking and Limit Alcohol-Smoking can increase the risk of other serious illnesses, while too much alcohol can impair judgment and cause accidents, including falls, broken bones, and car crashes.

Stay ConnectedSocial interaction and maintaining an active social life are very important for brain health, cognitive stimulation and mood. Invite friends and family over for a meal, board games, or just to hang out. Engaging in

your community and participating in group activities is also beneficial.

Know Your Blood Pressure-Blood pressure can impact your cognitive functioning. Visit your physician regularly to check your blood pressure and make sure it is in normal range.

See Your DoctorMaintain checkups. Health screenings are key to managing chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity, all of which can impact brain health. Speak with your physician about any concerns or questions you have about your health.

Get a Memory Screening-Our brains need regular checkups, just as other parts of our bodies do. Memory

to educate the students on valuable fire safety and prevention rules.

screenings are quick, noninvasive exams for our brains. AFA offers free virtual memory screenings every weekday—visit www. alzfdn.org or call AFA at 866-232-8484 to learn more about getting a free virtual memory screening. You can also talk to your doctor about getting a screening as part of your annual wellness exam.

Individuals who would like to learn more about healthy aging, brain health, or memory screenings can contact the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Helpline by phone (866232-8484), web chat (www.alzfdn.org), or text message (646-586-5283) seven days a week, or visit www.alzfdn.org.

Photo courtesy of the East Meadow Union Free School District

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Labor Day Weekend Travel Tips

Labor Day is celebrated on the same day in the United States and Canada each year. An annual holiday to celebrate the achievements of workers, Labor Day (known as Labour Day in Canada), occurs on the first Monday of September each year. Though its status as the end of summer is not technically accurate, Labor Day marks the unofficial end to the season of fun in the sun for millions of people across both the U.S. and Canada. That makes the weekend preceding Labor Day one of the most popular times to travel. Indeed, data from the Transportation Security Administration indicate that the Friday before Labor Day 2022 was the second busiest travel day at U.S. airports that summer. Travel was equally popular on Labour Day weekend 2022 in Canada, where the online booking platform Kayak reports searches for

international flights had increased by 104 percent compared to the year prior. Labor Day weekend travel figures to be just as popular this year, so travelers can remember these tips as they plan one last summer getaway.

• Book as early as possible. With so many people

interested in traveling on Labor Day weekend, it behooves all travelers to plan ahead. Competition for hotel rooms and other lodgings might be steep, and individuals who plan to fly might have trouble finding seats on flights that leave during peak travel hours the longer

they delay.

• Consider traveling by car. Air travel aficionados had some good news and bad news as the summer travel season began in 2023. Data from FlightAware indicated that flight cancellations were down in 2023 compared to 2022. However, FlightAware

data also indicated there were an average of 7,000 to 9,000 flight delays per day in the U.S. in the first half of 2023. No one wants to send off the last weekend of summer with a lengthy flight delay, so travelers who want to spend as much time as possible celebrating may want to drive rather than fly to their destinations.

• Drive during off-peak hours. Air travelers must cede some control over when to depart, but drivers can pick their own time to hit the road. Starting a trip during off-peak hours, such as early in the morning or even after rush hour on Thursday night, may enable drivers to avoid traffic.

• Travel light. Warm weather tends to linger into Labor Day weekend, so there’s no need to pack heavy. That’s especially noteworthy for air travelers. The lighter

travelers can pack for a flight, the less likely they will need to check a bag. That decreases the likelihood that bags will be lost if a flight is delayed or canceled, and it also allows travelers to deplane and leave the airport without having to wait around to claim their bags.

• Extend the trip. An extra day at the end of the trip can help travelers avoid the crowds on the way home. Parents may need to travel on Labor Day if school is already in session or starting on Tuesday. But travelers who have no reason to rush home can get an extra day of fun in the sun and travel home on a day that tends to be less hectic.

Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer. Travelers can keep various strategies in mind to get the most out of summer’s swan song.

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Summer Camps Spark Creativity And Imagination

Students from throughout Levittown Public Schools flexed their creative thinking and engineering skills this summer at Camp Invention and STEM Camp held at Wisdom Lane Middle School.

Students gathered in classrooms and hallways to partake in several exciting initiatives that helped to keep their skills sharp between school years. One hallway became a battleground for different STEM Camp teams to compete with

motorized companions with the tools needed to complete different tasks, such as “hands” that can grab and stack blocks. Throughout the program, students also used their STEM skills to create tools that would help them overcome unique obstacles.

Camp Invention challenges students to let their imaginations run wild. Working together, students entering third, fourth and fifth grades faced tasks that required solutions with

Levittown Outdoor Learning Center

Dedicated To Dr. Tonie Mcdonald

adventure, students crafted vehicles that rolled on wheels, instruments with versatile range and mini skate parks complete with ramps. Showing off their entrepreneurial skills, students also opened shop with their dream business built in small-scale from the ground up.

Campers also wrapped up the fun with an outdoor obstacle ring established by their peer volunteers, which totaled 41 students. Teams cooled off from the summer sun with water obstacles before crawling

The Levittown Memorial Education Center is now home to the Dr. Tonie McDonald Outdoor Learning Center, an educational space in the building’s courtyard that was named in honor of the former superintendent on July 25.

More than 600 field trips have already been made to the Outdoor Learning Center, which features a pond with ducks and fish, a greenhouse and an outdoor classroom. Before it’s construction, Dr. McDonald spearheaded the effort to establish an area for Levittown students to learn outdoors. During the dedication,

Superintendent of Schools

Todd Winch shared that the initiative to establish the center represents what Dr. McDonald’s mission was all about: “Making school more exciting for kids and making learning more fun.”

“We really wanted to get students outside,” said Kevin McDermott, the district’s director of science and technology. “[Tonie] saw the importance of doing this with students, and post-Covid, it’s that much more important that we get them outside.”

Board of Education President Peggy Marenghi shared the resolution to approve the renaming

of the Outdoor Learning Center in Dr. McDonald’s name.

Field trips to the Dr. Tonie McDonald Outdoor Learning Center will continue to teach students about wildlife, our environment and the importance of caring for an animal, as well as provide a space for all other educational opportunities.

“I think the best thing is when the kids would come out, and we could hear them from the central office just squealing with delight,” Dr. McDonald shared with attendees. “It’s a wonderful thing.”

DEDICATION OF THE DR. TONIE MCDONALD OUTDOOR LEARNING CENTER - Dr. Tonie McDonald, former superintendent of Levittown Public Schools, gathered with her family for the dedication of the Dr. Tonie McDonald Outdoor Learning Center. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

STUDENTS HELPED UNVEIL THE NEW PLAQUE - Students in the Summer Jumpstart program helped unveil the new plaque alongside Superintendent Todd Winch and board trustees. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

Camp and Camp Invention. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

OPENED THEIR OWN MINI BUSINESS - From left, students Hazel RendonToutoulis, Grace Polanco and Peyton Harrison opened their own mini business complete with working lights. Photo courtesy of Levittown Public Schools

Financial Assistance Programs

Help Water Customers In Need Liberty Aims To Help Customers By Providing Options

Lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation rates that quickly followed have taken a financial toll on many households. In fact, a recent Gallup poll shows that more than half (55%) of Americans reported financial hardship in the wake of these events.

Whether these events or others have impacted customers, Liberty is proud to offer and support several financial assistance programs and resources, including:

• Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) – This program helps low-income households pay past-due bills. Eligibility is based on income, household size, and the amount past due.

• Hardship Certification –

In some cases, residents can apply for a hardship certification and receive additional assistance programs.

• Budget Billing – Budget Billing allows customers to spread payments out evenly over the year and avoid seasonal fluctuations. Liberty calculates the monthly payment based on the customer’s previous 12-month history.

• Special Payment Arrangements –Liberty can assist in establishing a special payment arrangement to allow customers to pay the balance of the bill over time.

• 2-1-1 – This community service assists people in assessing their needs and finds resources that can

W.T. Clarke High School Choirs Perform At

Statewide Music Conference

help.

“Inflation has hit us all in different ways,” said Deborah Franco, President, Liberty New York Water, “and we want our customers to know that we are here for them. We have several programs and offerings available that were designed specifically to help our customers when life gets tough. We want every customer to have access to safe, reliable, and affordable water.”

Customers can learn more by visiting www. libertyenergyandwater. com and clicking on the Financial Assistance tab or by calling Liberty’s customer care team, Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:30pm at 1-877-4266999.

Become A Volunteer With The Adelphi Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program

Compassionate women and men—both breast cancer survivors and nonbreast cancer survivors—are being sought as volunteers. The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program, is a non-profit that has been advocating and supporting the community for 43 years. The virtual training will take place on four consecutive Mondays: October 30, November 6, November 13 and November 20, from 10 am to 1 pm. Attendance at all four sessions is essential. Volunteers will be trained in the following areas: community outreach, educational presentations, speaking engagements, publicity and fundraising. Those who have had breast cancer will also be trained to respond to calls to the Hotline.

Here’s what some of the program’s community of volunteers have to say about their experience: Jeannie, age 68, from West

Babylon; diagnosed in 1986. I wanted to give back to the community and let women know they’re not alone. It was life-altering when I started volunteering 31 years ago. I speak Spanish and do lots of outreach, especially to underserved communities.

Lori, age 66, from Greenlawn; diagnosed in 2012

I am recently retired and wanted to do something to help people coping with breast cancer. I wish when I was diagnosed I had known about the hotline where there were others who had “been there.” Someone to tell me “take a breath, I’m here for you. I know what you are feeling.” I have done several library outreaches and am involved with our new book club.

Tanya, age 55, from Wyandanch; diagnosed in 2020

I received so much support when I called the hotline that I want to

Members from the W.T. Clarke High School choirs performed in the 2023 New York American Choral Directors Association Summer Honor Choir in Albany on Aug. 13.

Under the direction of Dr. Marques Garrett, W.T. Clarke’s singers left feeling

inspired and fulfilled having worked with this incredible conductor along with several talented singers from throughout New York State.

The East Meadow School District congratulates all of the participants who represented the district: Lia Addeo

Kysia Chan

Nick DeVito

Daniel Greff

Akrisht Kaul

Kaiden Mayers

Georgie Petkanas

Bayli Pham

Sharon Puma

Jaymos Wang

Natalie Waters

provide that kind of help to others. I do peer support for two women—linking one woman recently diagnosed to resources and speaking with the mother of someone diagnosed with breast cancer who was having a hard time. I’ve also lobbied in Albany for more funds for the program.

Jeanne, age 51, from Elmont

Although I don’t have breast cancer, as a nurse, I know that many women do not know about breast health and are going undiagnosed.

I am originally from Haiti and so am able to speak with callers in French and Creole, as well as English.

The process of becoming a volunteer involves having an initial interview, followed by the four training sessions. After the final session, there is an exit interview.

For more information, please contact Nina Foley, LMSW at: 516-877-4315 or email at: nfoley@adelphi. edu.

W.T. CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL CHOIRS PERFORM - Members from the W.T. Clarke High School choirs performed in the 2023 New York American Choral Directors Association Summer Honor Choir in Albany from Aug. 12-13. Photos courtesy of the East Meadow Union Free School District

Fosters Wanted For Two Loving Pets

Due to unfortunate circumstances, the owner of two dogs is looking for a foster. She is presently living in her car, but is actively seeking employment and a new home. She is urgently trying to find an individual to temporarily care for both until she is able to do so again properly.

Wolf is a 10 year old Husky and Kay is a 5 year old Texas Heeler Mix. They are very attached to one another, therefore the foster must be willing to take both. They are friendly, trained, up to date on all shots, good with children and are spayed/neutered. Wolfie does well with all

dogs and cats and Kay is good with medium to large sized dogs.

Transportation of the dogs to your home for drop off and pick up would be provided. If you are interested or would like more information, please call Tanya as soon as possible at 914-309-5949.