July 17, 2024 North Babylon by Long Island Media Group

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JULY HAPPENINGS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17

4:00PM-9:00PM WOW: WEDNESDAYS ON WELLWOOD

The Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Lindenhurst presents WOW: Wednesdays on Wellwood! A fun, free block party for the whole family. Enjoy live music, local vendors and outdoor dining. Rain date: July 24. There will be a second event on August 14 from 4:00PM-9:00PM, with a rain date of August 21.Visit www. lindenhurstchamber.org for more information.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

11:00AM and 1:00PM SHED THE MEDS & NARCAN TRAINING EVENT

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 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com.

on 4 stages, the Great South Bay’s Artisan Market, a diverse food court, multiple beer and wine gardens and so much more. Children ages 10 and under can attend the event for free. For more information, visit greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 20 at Brookside Park, W. Sayville 2:00PM

Saturday, July 27 at South Shore Mall, Bay Shore 6:00PM

FREE SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

cars and listen to music on the great lawn. Food available for purchase. Take a manor house tour while you are there (extra admission). Car Show admission $5 pp, children under 5 free. Show cars welcome. $15 registration fee. For more info.: info@sagtikosmanor.org or call dsubbiondo@aol.com. www. sagtikosmanor.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 27

10:00AM-2:00PM

Narcan Training starts promptly at 11:00 a.m. inside the Fire Department. Shed The Meds runs 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, in partnership with Suffolk County Legislators Kevin McCaffrey and Steve Flotteron, Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney and the West Babylon Fire Department are sponsoring the drive thru Shed The Meds and free Narcan Training event at the West Babylon Fire Department at 126 Arnold Avenue in West Babylon. Registration is required. Call Assemblyman Durso’s ofﬁce at 516-541-4598 to reserve your seat.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

thru SUNDAY, JULY 21

Check Website For Times GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL Shorefront Park, Patchogue Come enjoy this music, art and cultural event, featuring over 55 performers

Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "A Comedy of Errors" by William Shakespeare. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/

SATURDAY, JULY 20

10:00AM–3:00PM THRIFT SHOP / YARD SALE

St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, 305 Carll’s Path, in Deer Park is hosting a Thrift Shop / Yard Sale. (If inclement weather, this event will be cancelled) Thrift Shop Special Event Of “Pack A Bag” ($5.00). New and gently used women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and shoes as well as home goods. Something for everyone! For more information, please call 631-242-7530 .

SUNDAY, JULY 21

10:00AM - 3:00PM

ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR SHOW

Sagtikos Manor, 677 West Montauk Hwy, West Bay Shore. Spend the day at Sagtikos Manor for a Classic Car Show. View over a hundred antique

FREE CHILD ID CARD PROGRAM Nassau County Residents Only New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, in partnership with Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy, and the Nassau County District Attorney’s Ofﬁce, is holding a FREE Operation Safe Child ID Card Program at Marjorie Post Pool in Massapequa. The program is free and open to Nassau County residents only. The ID cards will be produced on site and available in minutes. No appointment is necessary. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Durso’s district ofﬁce at 516-541-4598.

SUNDAY, JULY 28

3:30 PM

AFTERNOON AT THE RACES

Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park is hosting an Afternoon At The Races. Adults $15, Ages 4 to 12 $10, Ages 3 and under are Free. Buffet Style Dinner, Beverage, Dessert and Coffee. Cash Bar. Rafﬂes. For more information, please call Marian at 631- 332-9775 or Anita at 631-422-6914 to reserve your spot!

Long Island’s Argyle Theatre Announces Its Upcoming 2024-25 Season: A

Christmas Carol

The

Musical

(11/7/24 - 1/5/25)

Jersey Boys (1/23/25 - 4/6/25)

Fiddler On The Roof (4/24/25 - 6/15/25) The Music Man (7/10/25 - 8/31/25)

The New Season Begins On November 7, 2024

After a very successful 2023-24 Mainstage Season, The Argyle Theatre (Mark and Dylan Perlman, Executive Producers & Managing Partners; Evan Pappas, Artistic Director), Long Island’s largest yearround professional theatrical venue, proudly announces its upcoming season of musicals which include something for everyone,

A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL

(11/7/24 - 1/5/25),

JERSEY BOYS (1/23/25 - 4/6/25),

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (4/24/25 - 6/15/25), and THE MUSIC MAN (7/10/25 - 8/31/25)

“We are very proud to announce our sixth Mainstage season at The Argyle Theatre. Since opening in 2018, we have been committed to bringing Broadway to Babylon. Our next

season does just that, with a lineup of perennial favorites that are sure to provide something for everyone! We invite you to join The Argyle Family and become a season ticket holder. At The Argyle, you can always count on quality, comfort, and convenience. We look forward to seeing you soon!” – The Argyle Theatre Owners, Mark & Dylan Perlman

“After the incredible success of our fifth season, we’re thrilled to bring our audiences an

LONG ISLAND MEDIA GROUP

Proudly Serving The Community Since 1953

PUBLISHER

Jeff Lambert

ASSISTANT TO THE PUBLISHER

Patty Franks

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Josh Marlowe

MANAGING EDITOR

Felicia Edwards

MARKETING MANAGER

Noelle Lambert

CIRCULATION & DISTRIBUTION

Joe Lambert

Edward Rodriguez

ADMINISTRATION

Teri Tinkler

Diana Lambert

Dorrine Lambert

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Victoria Kokolakis

Stephan Schulze

PROOFREADING

Kerry Mastrobuoni

ACCOUNT

EXECUTIVES

Carol Link

Bob Liquorie

Nicole Sims

Kim Volz

Bonnie Schifano

Lucille Moran

Terry Rydyzynski

Noelle Lambert

SCAN HERE FOR MORE

INFORMATION:

even more exciting sixth season! As an Artistic Director, it’s so gratifying to see that our audiences have grown year after year and have responded to the vision that Mark, Dylan, and I imagined for this wonderful place from Day One. Thanks to all of you who’ve been a part of making that dream come true. See you next season!” The Argyle Theatre’s Artistic Director, Evan Pappas

The upcoming season includes:

A Christmas Carol The Musical 11/7/24 - 1/5/25

Broadway heavy hitters Alan Menken (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors) and Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island), breathe fantastic new life into the classic tale of A Christmas Carol. A Christmas Carol is a spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens’ most well-known story.

Jersey Boys

1/23/25 - 4/6/25

With phenomenal music, memorable characters, and great storytelling, JERSEY BOYS follows the fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. Winner of Best Musical at both the Tony Awards® and

Olivier Awards®, JERSEY BOYS takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom.

Fiddler on The Roof

4/24/25 - 6/15/25

Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof is the brainchild of Broadway legends, Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince; songwriters, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick; and bookwriter, Joseph Stein. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon. Roof’s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality, and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy, and sadness.

The Music Man

7/10/25 - 8/31/25

By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic, and touching, The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson’s six-time Tony Awardwinning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.

Season Tickets Packages

• Wed/Thurs Night Package ($270)

• Any Performance Package ($290)

• VIP* Wed/Thurs Night Package ($370)

• VIP* Any Performance ($390)

*The VIP option provides additional credit to The Argyle Theatre: for an extra $100, patrons receive $120 in patron credit that can be utilized for any additional tickets throughout the year, whether for additional tickets to mainstage shows, tickets to children’s theatre performances, or ny of our special events

Important Upcoming Argyle Dates:

• July 15th - Season Ticket Packages available to General Public

• July 22nd - Individual Tickets On Sale for all performances next Season

Plan ahead: For group rates, please contact Marty Rubin, Director of Sales, at Marty@ ArgyleTheatre.com.

The Argyle Theatre at Babylon Village is located at 34 West Main Street, Babylon, NY 11702

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers homeowners the Energy Efﬁcient Home Improvement Credit, a fantastic opportunity to save money while making your home more eco-friendly. You can claim a tax credit of up to $3,200 for qualifying energy-efﬁcient improvements installed on or after January 1, 2023.

So, what does this mean for you? In simple terms, for every dollar you spend on qualified energy-efficient improvements, you can reduce your tax liability, up to the specified limit. However, keep in mind that these upgrades must be new products and materials that meet specific energy-efficiency standards to qualify.

Exterior doors that meet applicable standards can qualify for the energy tax credit. You can claim 30% of the project cost, up to $250 per door, with a total limit of $500.

Upgrade to energy-efﬁcient windows to not only reduce your energy bills but also claim tax credits. Homeowners can receive 30% of project costs, up to $600, in tax credits.

The energy tax credit allows homeowners to recover 30% of the costs, up to $1,200, for improving home insulation. This credit can come from attic insulation, wall insulation, or exterior insulation that is placed behind the siding of your home.

If you are looking to take advantage of these tax credits, Uniﬁed Home Remodeling has Energy Star approved products and installers to ensure you get the most bang for your buck.

Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2024 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

Summer Senior Advocate Schedules

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 summer, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in

the Town of Babylon:

• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park: Fridays, July 19 & September 20, 9 – 11 am

• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Tuesdays, August 13 & Wednesday, September 11, 10 am – 1 pm

• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesdays, August 7 & September 4, 8:30 – 11:00 am

• Tanner Park Senior

Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesdays, August 14 & September 11, 8:30 am – 1 pm

• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesdays, July 23, August 27 & September 24, 12 – 3:30 pm

• West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon: Thursday, July 25 & Thursday September 26, 10 am – 12 pm

• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch:

Wednesdays, August 7 & September 4, 8:30 am – 1 pm

In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:

• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesdays, July 17, August 21 & September 18, 8:30 am – 1 pm

• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursday, September 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.

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Marion G. Vedder Students Score First In Math Title

North Babylon School District participated in the New York State initiative called First in Math. The program focuses on building fact fluency, problem-solving, procedural fluency and other math skills through an engaging gaming platform.

This year, Ms. Milidantri’s second grade class from

Marion G. Vedder Elementary School was named the firstplace winners in New York State. There are 8,000 second grade teams in New York State, and Ms. Milidantri class took over the top spot in mid-April and never lost it. Each student’s contribution is vital to the team’s progress as the rankings are

determined by the average of problems solved per student. Their dedication propelled them to the ninth position nationally among second graders, showcasing their hard work and resilience in tackling challenging math concepts.

Recently, Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich

Schaffer came to visit this class to recognize their accomplishment. Furthermore, three students from Ms. Milidantri’s class –Kyle Ngo, Brandon Sanchez Toledo and Gabriel Alers –qualified for and emerged victorious in the New York State Competition.

MARION G. VEDDER STUDENTS SCORE FIRST IN MATH TITLE - Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer recently presented certificates to Ms. Milidantri’s class at Marion G. Vedder Elementary School in the North Babylon School District for their success in First in Math. Photo courtesy of North Babylon School District

Strength, Support Offered By North Babylon’s Mentor Program

personal growth and academic success in nurturing environments. These initiatives pair adult volunteers with students to provide guidance, support and

throughout their educational journey.

The program is now in its 19th year and currently overseen by Jeanette Roberto, district mentor coordinator.

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.

“Mentoring helps students build confidence by offering personalized support and positive reinforcement,” Roberto said. “Mentors serve as role models, demonstrating perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges. Through regular interactions, younger students gain self-assurance and develop essential social skills that prepare them for future academic and personal endeavors.” To close out the year, the district held a “groovy” themed breakfast.