August 2, 2023 - August 15, 2023 Nassau Zone 2

TENNIS CHAMPIONS HONORED

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman honored the Syosset Braves Boys Varsity Tennis Team following an outstanding season. In addition to winning the New York State Section 1 Championship, the team played an undefeated season with a 12-0

Overall and 8-0 Conference record. Supervisor Saladino congratulated the boys for this tremendous accomplishment and recognized their commitment to sportsmanship, as they played in honor of Drew Hassenbein and Ethan Falkowitz – members of the Roslyn Tennis Bulldogs who lost their lives in a tragic car accident. The officials also thanked Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante and Coach Shai Fisher for their leadership and mentorship through the season.

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Town Honors Hicksville Veteran With Lifetime Achievement Award

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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola joined with his colleagues on the Town Board to honor Vincent Morreale of Hicksville with the Town’s 2023 Veterans Lifetime Achievement Award. Vincent is a United States Air Force veteran who served our nation from

1964 to 1968, including service in Vietnam from June of 1966 through July of 1967. He is a 48year member of VFW Post 3211 in Hicksville and an active Trustee. Vincent also serves as the VFW’s Service Officer, where he has helped countless veterans with their disability claims.

Vincent is very active with the Vietnam Veterans of America, Nassau County Chapter and is a member of their Board, where he involves himself in a multitude of initiatives benefitting veterans. Vincent is also a life member of the Disabled American Veterans Post 143.

Legislator Drucker, Long Island Cares And Community Partners Honor Harry Chapin’s Legacy With Food Drive

Nassau County Legislator

Arnold W. Drucker (DPlainview) is joining forces with Long Island Cares, the Plainview-Old Bethpage and Syosset Public Libraries, and Plainview’s Trio Hardware to launch his second annual monthlong food drive in honor of Harry Chapin’s legacy as an antihunger crusader on Long Island.

From Sunday, July 16 through Wednesday, August 16, residents are encouraged to donate unopened, non-perishable food items at any of the three participating community drop-off locations. Donations for Baxter’s Pet Pantry will also be accepted in support of their mission to ensure that every member of the family hast access to the nutritious food that they need.

In April of 2022, Legislator Drucker filed a proposal to formally codify July 16 – the date of Chapin’s untimely death in 1981 – as Harry Chapin Day in Nassau County. The measure is still awaiting action by the Legislative Majority.

“In the 42 years since his sudden and tragic death, Harry Chapin’s legacy as a gifted musical storyteller and philanthropist has

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blossomed and grown stronger,” Legislator Drucker said. “That is why I am so proud to once again work with Long Island Cares – the food bank Harry launched –and our partners at the Plainview-Old Bethpage and Syosset Libraries and Trio Hardware to support Harry’s eternal mission of eradicating hunger for every family on Long Island.”

Contact Legislator Drucker’s’ office at 516571-6216 or adrucker@ nassaucountyny.gov for more details.

DROP-OFF LOCATIONS

Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library

999 Old Country Road Plainview, N.Y. 11803

See library hours of operation by visiting https://poblib.org/

Syosset Public Library

225 S. Oyster Bay Road

Syosset N.Y. 11791

See library hours of operation by visiting https://www.syossetlibrary. org/

Trio Hardware

1655 Old Country Road

Plainview, N.Y. 11803

See store hours of operation at https:// www.facebook.com/ triohardware/

New York Blood Center Declares

Blood Emergency

Help Needed - @ New York Blood Center has issued a blood emergency. The blood supply has dropped from 5 days to a 2-3 day supply, and 1-2 day supply of type O; NYBC warns this could signal more severe shortages in the weeks ahead. Please sign up to donate at a convenient donation location near you: smarturl.it/NYBC_Urgent

THURSDAY, AUGUST 3

7:00PM

SUMMER UNDER THE STARS POP CONCERT

The West Islip Symphony Orchestra presents Summer Under The Stars Pop Concert at West Islip Beach. Bring your own chairs. For more information call 631-661-8348 or visit westislipsymphony.org.

7:00PM

SUMMER BLAST SOCIAL NIGHT

Marconi Lodge #2232 Sons & Daughters of ITALY presents Summer Blast Social Night with ugly shorts contest. Full Buffet Dinner, includes beer, wine, soda, coffee and dessert. DJ Rick will provide music for dancing. $30 per person. Reservations required. Call John Spiezio at 631-206-1123.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

9:30PM

NIGHT OWL CINEMA: BLADE RUNNER

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

7:00PM

SHOW ME THE MONEY

Amityville Fire Department Hose #4 and Kiwanis Club of Amityville presents Show Me The Money at the Amityville Fire Department. 10 games for a chance to win big money! $10 admission includes appetizers, coffee, cake and one set of cards. To reserve a spot email amityvillekiwanis@gmail.com.

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: HONEY, I SHRUNK THE KIDS

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8

7:00PM-8:00PM

INFORMATION SESSION: HOSPICE VOLUNTEERING

Northwell Hospice Care Network is hosting an informational session in Woodbury for those who want to learn more about volunteer opportunities at Hospice. Meet current HCN volunteers and learn about our services. Interested in attending, RSVP is needed to sallen10@northwell.edu.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9

7:00PM

COMIC GEMS: COMING TO AMERICA

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

9:30PM

NIGHT OWL CINEMA: JENNIFER'S BODY

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

9:00AM-2:30PM

BLOOD DRIVE

Be a Summer Lifesaver and donate at the Bellport Community Center. To make an appointment, please call 800.966.2566 or contact Melissa at mgatto@nybc.org. Walk-ins are welcome!

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: THE MUPPET MOVIE

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

6:00PM-11:00PM

FEAST OF SAINT PIUS X

Held from August 17th to August 20th. Sunday open from 4PM-10PM. Located at 270 Washington Avenue in Plainview. There will be nightly entertainment, rides and games, beer and wine bar, pastry bar and more! Pay one price for all rides, available every night. For more information contact St. Pius X at 516-938-3956.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: THE IRON GIANT

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

New York State Senator Steve Rhoads Hosts Successful Cruise-Through Toy Drive Benefitting Local Children In Need

On Saturday, July 15, Senator Rhoads hosted his Inaugural Cruise-Through Christmas in July Toy Drive at the Hicksville Train Station to benefit local children in need. New York State Senator Steve Rhoads teamed up with Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, the Oyster Bay Town Board, Legislator Rose Walker, and Assemblyman

Jake Blumencranz in hopes of spreading holiday cheer all throughout the year by collecting toys for the USMC Toys for Tots and King Fights Cancer. Toys for Tots is an organization that specializes in providing less fortunate children with books and toys, and King Fights Cancer is a volunteer based non-profit organization that specializes in supporting families that have a child diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Community members were able to give back to those in need in a simple and easy

way by driving up, dropping off their toy donations, and driving away. Martino Auto Concepts from Glen Gove brought a colorful Ferrari for the community to enjoy and Boy Scout Troop 291 from Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church as well as United States Marines were on hand to help collect the toys. Hundreds of toys were collected and will be donated to children at Cohen’s Children Hospital, Ronald McDonald House, NYU Langone, Mercy Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering, and other local organizations helping children in need.

Senator Rhoads said, “Our Toy Drive proves that the joy of giving is truly the greatest gift of all. Since toys are needed not only around the holiday time, but all year long

I was happy to collaborate with my colleagues in government to help harness our community’s holiday

generosity and cheer to make a positive impact in lives of countless children and families going through tough times. It was incredible to see the kindness of the community in action and I am so thankful to everyone who donated to these two wonderful organizations dedicated to spreading joy and happiness, and putting smiles on children’s faces.”

Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Saladino said, “The holiday spirit of kindness and generosity came alive during Senator Rhoads’s ‘Christmas in July’ Cruise Thru Toy Drive. We are so grateful to all of the residents who opened their hearts and wallets to support children in need through amazing organizations like USMC Toys for Tots and King Fights Cancer. By making a donation, you’ve directly put a smile on the face of a child in need.”

Legislator Rose Walker

Saladino, Blakeman Honor Syosset Boys Varsity Tennis Champions

CRUISE-THROUGH TOY DRIVE - Senator Rhoads was joined by Supervisor Saladino, Councilman Labriola, Legislator Walker, United States Marines, Nassau County Chairman of Toys for Tots Major

said, “I was happy to join with NYS Senator Steve Rhodes, NYS Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz, Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Saladino, and the TOB Town Board to sponsor a Christmas in July Toy Drive. Thanks to the generosity of so many residents, we collected many toys to be given to the USMC Toys for

Tots and King Fights Cancer. These toys will brighten the faces of many young children in need and those in hospitals.”

Assemblyman Blumencranz said, “I was more than thrilled with the turnout at The Christmas in July Toy Drive. I want to thank Senator Rhoads and the incredible co-sponsors,

including the organization King Fights Cancer and the dedicated team at USMC Toys for Tots for making it all possible. The community’s support and commitment made this event truly special, creating cherished memories and spreading joy to those who needed it most.”

TENNIS CHAMPIONS HONORED - Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman honored the Syosset Braves Boys Varsity Tennis Team following an outstanding season. In addition to winning the New York State Section 1 Championship, the team played an undefeated season with a 12-0 Overall and 8-0 Conference record. Supervisor Saladino congratulated the boys for this tremendous accomplishment and recognized their commitment to sportsmanship, as they played in honor of Drew Hassenbein and Ethan Falkowitz –members of the Roslyn Tennis Bulldogs who lost their lives in a tragic car accident. The officials also thanked Principal Dr. Giovanni Durante and Coach Shai Fisher for their leadership and mentorship through the season.

Chuck Kilbride, Joe LaPadula, Jon Holzer, King Singh the Founder of King Fights Cancer Foundation, Seth Breland representing Assemblyman Blumencranz, as well as Boy Scout Troop 291 from Hicksville.

Ava Walia Is Crowned The 2023 Royal International Miss International Role Model Sweetheart

On July 15, 2023, the 2023 Royal International Miss International Pageant Finals were held in Orlando, Fl. The Double Tree at the entrance of Universal was the host hotel for this amazing event. Over 180 girls from all over the world assembled for a wonderful week of pageantry, great parties, and the opportunity to forge new friendships. It was truly the experience of a lifetime.

The international competition consisted of personal interviews, onstage personal introductions, fashion wear runway, and evening gown competitions. There were also optional competitions offered for the delegates to display their public speaking skills in the spokesmodel competition and their sense of style and fashion in a variety of runway competitions.

In addition to the stage

and interview events, Royal International Miss strives to instill a sense of community and giving back to others. The international delegates volunteered a total of over 11,000 hours in their communities over the past year. Recognizing these efforts, many awards and scholarships for various community service projects were awarded at the 2023 finale event as well.

The newly crowned international queens will be on a year-long journey to promote their titles in their home states and around the world throughout this year. Their prize package includes various trips, cash scholarships, photo shoots, appearance opportunities, and much much more.

Congratulations to Ms. Ava Walia, the newly crowned 2023 Royal International Miss International Role Model Sweetheart, on her prestigious win.

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Way Foundation’s “Back-To-School Celebration II”

God’s Way Foundation Is Donating 1000 Free Backpacks To New York City & Long Island Children In Celebration Of In-School Learning!

This year’s ‘Backto-School Giveaway Celebration’ is scheduled to take place on August 12th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be hosted in front of Freeport Retro Fitness at 131 West. Sunrise Highway Freeport, NY 11520.

Come join God’s Way Foundation’s “Back-ToSchool Celebration II” as they come together to make a difference in the lives of low-income children. They will be donating 1000 FREE HighEnd backpacks filled with essential school supplies, ensuring that every child has the tools they need to succeed academically. Not only will the kids receive high-quality backpacks, but they will also be treated to an array of exciting activities.

A Mobile Video Game Truck will be on-site, providing an immersive gaming experience that will captivate the young ones and let their imaginations run wild. And what’s a celebration without beloved Disney Princesses and

Superheroes; courtesy of the “New York Avengers”? This event is not just about celebrating the start of a new school year but also about fostering a sense of community and support for families in need. By coming together, a profound impact can be made on the lives of these children, encouraging them to reach their full potential. Furthermore, to encourage literacy and summer reading, books are included, one book, graciously donated by “The Book Fairies” of Freeport, inside of each of the 1000 backpacks they will be donating!

The foundation donates backpacks which the children will both identify with and carry with them for multiple years, to ease the financial strain on parents. Parents will receive swag bags with a packet of information containing free resources directing them to service centers where they may receive aid from locations such as food pantries, emergency

housing, local churches, and more. At God’s Way Foundation, they believe that durable supplies are a key component of ‘student preparedness.’ Children growing up in low-income households often lack the quality items necessary for proper schooling due to their parents ’ financial hardships. Their mission is to give the children a stress-free day of cost-free fun.

Activities scheduled at the event:

1,000 FREE Backpacks

w/School Supplies

FREE Books

Face Painting

Cotton Candy & Popcorn

FREE Mister Softee Ice Cream

DJ & Music

Spider-Man & Disney

Princess Live Performances (NY Avengers)

‘AJ the Clown’

Carnival Games

Trivia & Giveaways

Swag Bags (Including information about local pantries, shelters, and other free resources for low-income families. Also

included coupons, flyers, and promotional materials from event sponsors.)

Vendor/Small Business/ Corporate Stalls

Mobile Video Game Truck

They have partnered with shelters such as Momma’s House, Bethany House,

Regina Maternity Services, Hope for Youth NY, and Mercy First to ensure that we reach as many deserving children as possible.

Free Summer Concert Series At Local Parks And Beaches

Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board announce the return of “Music Under the Stars” – a free summer concert series. All concerts begin at 8pm unless otherwise noted below. For comfort, residents may bring blankets, chairs and coolers. Performances are subject to change

and will be held weather permitting. For additional information, please call (516) 797-7925 or visit the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown.com.

Programming is made possible through the genßerous support of sponsors, including Extreme Auto Body, Steel Equities, Gold Coast Studios, Action

Auto Wreckers, Complete Basement Systems, The Gucciardo Law Firm, Ridgewood Savings Bank, Catholic Health - St. Joseph Hospital, News 12 Long Island, KJOY98.3, 103.1MAXFM, 104.7FM WHLI and Friends of the Community Service Department.

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Town Announces Upcoming

Hazardous Material & Homeowners Cleanup Days

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Tom Hand announce the Town’s S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Homeowners Cleanup Days for the summer months, scheduled on weekends in August. Residents can drop off materials at the Old Bethpage Solid Waste Disposal Complex, located at 101 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Road in Old Bethpage.

S.T.O.P. programSaturday, August 12th from 9am – 4pm: collects various hazardous materials, including: asbestos material (double bagged); automobile batteries;

automobile tires (with or without rims); brake and transmission fluids; drain and oven cleaners; fire extinguishers; fares; fluorescent bulbs; gasoline; pesticides and insecticides; oil-based and latex paint; outdoor gas grill propane tanks; photo chemicals; rechargeable and button batteries; small aerosol cans; smoke detectors; solvents; spot removers; thermostats; waste motor oil and antifreeze; and wood preservatives.

“Improperly disposing of products such as waste oil, oven cleaner or paint thinner could contaminate your water supply,” said

Supervisor Saladino.

“Anything poured on the ground or put into cesspools, storm drains, or recharge systems can work its way down to the aquifer or our waterways.”

Homeowners Cleanup Days - Saturday, August 19th from 8:30am – 4pm: collects non-hazardous waste only, including: air conditioners; all e-waste; campers; boats and boat trailers (proof of ownership requiredoil, gas, other fluids and batteries removed); clean, broken concrete; large metal items; propane tanks and propane torches; tires; and yard waste.

“Many of our residents

take the opportunity to clean out their yards in the summer months and may have large amounts of non-hazardous debris to dispose,” said Councilman Hand. “Residents can bring items such as used tires, fence posts, clean broken concrete or yard waste to our Homeowners Cleanup.”

Free Paper Shredding Services - Saturday, August 19th from 8:30am – 4pm: provides residents an opportunity to destroy unwanted documents in a safe and secure manner. Residents only, no businesses, can bring up to four bankers’ boxes of paper to the shredding program.