LI Against Domestic Violence (LIADV) is partnering with the Town of Babylon and Suffolk County Law Enforcement Agencies for a unique event - Kickball for a Cause: Battle of the Badges. The event, taking place September 27th at Venetian Shores Park in Lindenhurst, kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is intended to raise awareness of domestic violence. Pictured: 2023 LI Against Domestic Violence Kickball for a Cause Champions, the Suffolk County Police Department. For more information on how you can support LIADV and to purchase tickets to Kickball for a Cause, please visit www.liadv.org.
LI Against Domestic Violence The Town Of Babylon & Suffolk County Law Enforcement Agencies Unite For Kickball For A Cause To Combat Domestic Violence
LI Against Domestic Violence (LIADV) is partnering with the Town of Babylon and Suffolk County Law Enforcement Agencies for a unique event - Kickball for a Cause: Battle of the Badges. The event, taking place September 27th at Venetian Shores Park in Lindenhurst, kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is intended to raise awareness of domestic violence; an issue that impacts thousands of adults, children & companion animals throughout Suffolk County each year.
“Kickball for a Cause is not just a game, but a powerful statement of unity” said Wendy Linsalata, Executive Director of LI Against Domestic Violence. “We are so appreciative of the support of Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney & the Town of Babylon. We are joining forces with our longtime partners to bring light to the often-hidden issue of domestic violence”.
LIADV has been providing essential services to survivors for over 48 years by offering a 24-hour hotline, shelter services, court and precinct advocacy services, counseling, and vocational advocacy services. The organization also focuses on prevention through educational programming in both schools and businesses. Kickball for a Cause is a shining example of LIADV’s commitment to raising awareness and building community partnerships to address this pressing issue.
“I’m excited to collaborate with LIADV to support fundraising efforts for individuals facing difficult circumstances. By empowering victims and survivors, offering them
shelter and assistance, and collaborating with law enforcement, we can ensure they know there is help available” said Babylon Town Councilman Terrence McSweeney.
“Domestic violence casts a long shadow across our communities, often hidden behind closed doors. This kickball event shines a vital light on an issue that demands our attention and action. By coming together as a community, we send a powerful message that abuse will not be tolerated, and help is available. I commend L.I. Against Domestic Violence for their tireless efforts to raise awareness and provide resources to those in need” said District Attorney Ray Tierney.
“The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is proud to have a strong partnership with LI Against Domestic Violence and honored to support their vital work. Domestic violence remains a critical issue in our community that is often shrouded in silence. Events like this kickball tournament play a crucial role in raising awareness and bringing our community together to confront this problem. I encourage everyone to come out, support this important cause, and cheer on our dedicated law enforcement officers and our LIADV partners,” said Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr.
“Domestic Violence involves a cycle of abuse that not only impacts the victim but the entire family—often occurring quietly behind closed doors. The Department’s Domestic Violence/Elder Abuse Bureau works tirelessly to ensure domestic incidents are addressed through a comprehensive approach of both enforcement
and outreach so victims receive justice and services. I commend LI Against Domestic Violence for hosting Kickball for a Cause, bringing law enforcement together to raise awareness for this crime that has too many suffering in silence” said Acting Suffolk County Police Commissioner Robert Waring. Come out and cheer for your favorite team! Admission is $10 per person (free for those 12 and under). Together, we can take a stand against domestic violence and make a difference in the lives of thousands who are impacted by this serious public health crisis. Venetian Shores Park is located at 850 Venetian Blvd. Lindenhurst. For more information on how you can support LIADV and to purchase tickets to Kickball for a Cause, please visit www. liadv.org.
2023 LI Against Domestic Violence Kickball for a Cause Champions, the Suffolk County Police Department.
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Gene Dinapoli Presents Upcoming Events at the Bayway Arts Center
Mark your calendars for September 28 and head to the Bayway Arts Center for an unforgettable evening where the essence of Rock and Soul will reign supreme. Liberty Devitto the legendary drummer behind Billy Joel brings The Slim Kings to share the stage with Christine Ohlman the powerhouse vocalist known as “The Beehive Queen” and her band Rebel Montez.
Witness musical royalty as Devitto and Ohlman fresh from her #1 hit on the Billboard Blues chart set the stage ablaze at the Bayway Arts Center. The evening will showcase a blend of classic and new featuring tracks from Ohlman’s anticipated 2024 release “The Grown-Up Thing” and The Slim Kings’ latest homage to The Rascals “Better Than This” from their forthcoming album.
Christine Ohlman affectionately dubbed “The Beehive Queen” for her iconic hairdo is a powerhouse vocalist with NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” Band. Her blend of Americana and classic soul delivered with electrifying energy and narrative flair makes her performances with Rebel Montez and the exceptional talents of Lorne Entress (drums) Chris Bickley(guitar) and Michael Colbath (bass) unforgettable. Ohlman’s discography includes six albums like the lauded “The Deep End” and “The Grown-Up Thing. A versatile artist Ohlman has shared the stage with music royalty such as Bonnie Raitt and Bruce Springsteen and graced venues from the Paris Conservatory to Carnegie Hall. Her presence in the industry is marked by her induction into the National Blues Hall of Fame.
Liberty DeVitto has made a name for himself as the dynamic drummer behind Billy Joel contributing to the global sales of 150 million records. Beyond his collaboration with Joel DeVitto’s rhythmic expertise has been sought after by music legends including Paul McCartney Carly Simon Phoebe Snow Karen Carpenter Stevie Nicks and Meat Loaf showcasing his versatility and impact on the music industry. DeVitto formed The Slim Kings in 2013 with singer/guitarist Michael Sackler-Berner (known for over forty primetime TV placements) and bassist Andy Attanasio (Joey Badass Black Thought Diddy). The Slim Kings released three albums and have toured with ZZ Top and Los Lonely Boys. Their music has been featured on shows like “Nurse Jackie” and “Chicago Fire.”
The Slim Kings and the Beehive Queen will share the stage each playing a fiery set before meeting up on stage for an incendiary encore! Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-octane rockin’ blues! Bayway Arts Center is located at 265 E. Main Street East Islip LI. Secure your spot at www. baywayartscenter.com or by calling 631-581-2700. Don’t miss this explosive blend of rock and soul – it’s a concert that promises to be as legendary as the artists themselves!
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KIDS COLORING CONTEST!
The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) St. Patrick’s Division 2 proudly announces their annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser.
Ron Rice, Chairman of the event states the fundraiser will be held from 12-Noon to 6 PM on Saturday, October 5th at the Hibernian Hall. Located at 27 Locust Avenue, the fundraiser will feature musical entertainment and special performances by Mise Eire Irish Dancers and Saffron United Pipe Band. There will be drink specials and food for purchase, a giant Chinese auction and 50/50 raffles. Suggested donation is $5.
All proceeds will be equally distributed to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition and West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition for Long Island. All are welcome!
AOH St. Patrick’s Division 2 was organized on October 6, 1946, in Babylon, NY by Michael Rice. St. Patrick’s Division 2 is the only AOH Division in the Town of Babylon and has been a staple in the community since its start. Their address known as the Irish Cultural Center incorporates membership that includes men, ladies, junior boys, and girls; the Gerry Tobin Irish Language School; Mise Eire Irish Dancers and Saffron United Pipe Band.
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First Course (Choose One)
Pasta:
• Penne
Entree:
• Chicken Marsala
• Baked Ziti
• Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage Ring
• Chicken Francese
• Spaghetti
• USDA Prime Marinated London Broil
• Eggplant Parmigiana
• Rigatoni
• 12 USDA Prime Sirloin Sliders
• Stuffed Shells (16 Pc)
• Manicotti (8 Pc)
• Jumbo Cheese Ravioli (16 Pc)
Salad (Choose One)
• USDA Prime Sirloin Hamburgers with Buns!
• Garden Salad • Caesar Salad
• Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs with Buns!
• USDA GRADE-A White Meat Chicken Skewers
• USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers
• Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• Sugar Sweet, Local Corn on the Cob Choose 3 Homemade Sides:
• Macaroni Salad
• Potato Salad
Large Trays (Choose One per 10 People)
• Cole Slaw
• Baked Ziti
• Farfalle Pasta Salad
• Chicken Parmigiana
• Sausage & Peppers
• Chicken with Sundried Tomatoes & Broccoli
• Eggplant Rollatine
• Meatballs
• USDA Prime Hanger Steak (Additional Charge)
Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs with Buns!
• Vodka Sauce
• Tomato & Basil
Marinara
Garlic & Oil
Bolognese
• 12 USDA GRADE-A Chicken Skewers • 2 Packages of Boar’s Head Brand Hot Dogs • Hamburger & Hot Dog Buns
$1395 + tax Per Person (Min. 30 people) Buon Appetito!
• Grilled USDA Prime Flat Iron Steak
Pork Chop Caprese
Pork Filet Salpino
Sausage & Peppers
Veal Marsala
Veal Parmigiana
Veal Scallopine From the
Join Breast Cancer Survivors and Thrivers at American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) of Eastern Long Island on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, 10 a.m.; Rain Date: Oct, 6, 2024.
The 12th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Eastern Long Island is a celebration of courage and hope, and a movement that unites communities to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone.
movement – providing a supportive community for survivors, caregivers and families alike. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer funds lifesaving breast cancer research and is committed to advancing health equity through essential programs and services.
The 12th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Eastern Long Island is a celebration of courage and hope, and a movement that unites communities to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone.
nation’s largest and most impactful breast cancer movement – providing a supportive community for survivors, caregivers and families alike. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer funds lifesaving breast cancer research and is committed to advancing health equity through essential programs and services.
“Cancer Facts and Figures:
• In 2024, 19,160 women in New York will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast Cancer affects men too.
Over the past three decades, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’s 3- to 5-mile walks have collectively grown into the nation’s largest and most impactful breast cancer
Over the past three decades, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’s 3- to 5-mile walks have collectively grown into the
• There are more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S.
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Garage Door Sale!
Garage Door Sale!
SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS
FRIDAY, SEPT. 27
6:00PM-9:00 PM
KICKBALL FOR A CAUSE
BATTLE OF THE BADGES
Sponsored by Babylon Town Councilman Terence F. McSweeney Teams from LIADV, Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, New York Police Department, Suffolk County Police Department, and Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office will face off to be crowned the kickball champion! Venetian Shores Park Softball Fields 817 Granada Parkway in Lindenhurst. All proceeds benefit LI Against Domestic Violence. For more info. call 631-666-7181. To purchase tickets, visit (TAG LIADV on IG/FB) or https:// lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ s8kcmm2
SATURDAY, SEPT. 28
8:00AM-2:00PM
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE
Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. Clothing, furniture, toys, books, Christmas items & much more! Grace Thrift store will be open. Food available for purchase. For more information, please call 631-226-8690
10:00AM
CUMC'S PUMPKIN PATCH OPENS!
Call 516-541-7008 for more information or massapcumc@aol.com. Community United Methodist Church is located at 100 Park Boulevard in Massapequa
10:00AM-4:00PM
FISH HATCHERY FALL FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER
Kid's Fishing Environmental Exhibitors, Music, Games, Live Animal Encounters food. Fun for the whole family! Admission: $7 General, $6 Senior, $5
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
Child, Members Free. Rain Date: 10/5
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. For more information, please call 516- 692-6768 cshfishhatchery.org.
11:30AM-1:00PM OLPH FALL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Lindenhurst has a Bereavement Support Group to help you through your grief. The group starts on Saturdays September 28 thru November 16, 2024. It's a 9 week commitment. Registration is required. For more information, please call OLPH Rectory at 631-226-7725 extension 200. OLPH Church is located at 210 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst.
7:00PM-10:00pm
FABULOUS FELINE'S 3RD FALL SIP & SING EVENT!
The event will be held at Cross Roads Farm at Grossman's in Malverne, 480 Hempstead Avenue. To Purchase Tickets: PayPal.me/Fabulousfelineinc Vemo - @Fabulousfeline, mail checks to The Fabulous Feline Inc., P.O. Box 483, Valley Stream, NY, 11582. Any questions email Pat at fabulousfeline@ yahoo.com
8:00PM
THE QUEEN MEETS THE KINGS at the Bayway Arts Center
Gene Dinapoli presents Liberty DeVitto and Christine Ohlman and their bands
The Slim Kings and Rebel Montez. 265 E Main St. in East Islip. For more information, call 631-581-2700, Email: info@baywayartscenter.com
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
10:00AM
ANNUAL HARVEST FAIR
The Seaford Historical Society will host its annual Harvest Fair. Pumpkins, mums, vendors, baked goods, a bounce house and food trucks, along with raffles and fifty fifty. This is their annual fundraiser to help support the museum, built in 1893. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-660-2275. The Museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford
2:00PM-6:00PM TAPS AND TALONS AT SWEETBRIAR
This event features beer tastings, live music, and wildlife demonstrations. Over 10+ breweries! Raffles and food are for purchase. All proceeds will go towards helping the center in its mission to educate the public about native wildlife, the natural world and wildlife rehabilitation. Event is 21 and over; photo ID is required. Locationed at Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Dr. Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
UPCOMING OCTOBER EVENT
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1ST
7:00PM NARCAN TRAINING
CUMC is hosting a free Narcan training in partnership with Yes Community Counseling Center. For more information, please call 516-541-7008 Community United Methodist Church 100 Park Boulevard in Massapequa
Join Breast Cancer Survivors and Thrivers at American Cancer Society Making Strides Against
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More than 150,000 of
• The death rate from breast cancer dropped by 42% from 1989-2021 as a result of earlier detection through
Breast Cancer (MSABC) of Eastern Long Island
screening, as well as advances in treatments.
o Despite this drop, Black women are 41% more likely to die of breast cancer than White women overall and are twice as likely to die if
they are younger than age 50.
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The American Cancer Society helpline provides
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This event will take place at Grangabel Park, Peconic Avenue, Riverhead, N.Y. (behind Chase Bank)
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Reworld™ Provides Essential Support For Homeless And At-Risk Children
Reworld™, a leading sustainable waste solutions company, recently served as a major sponsor and provided all the food for this year’s Backpack Pirates program, run by the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless.
In addition to supplying the food, Reworld™ supported their supply drive, which contributed to the overall success of the program.
The annual event welcomed nearly 200 homeless and atrisk children to spend a day at summer camp, filled with exciting games, activities, and memorable experiences.
This marks the 3rd year that Reworld™ has provided food and support to the Backpack Pirates program.
“Providing food for the event ensures that these
children can enjoy their day without worry, allowing them to fully participate in the fun and create lasting memories,” said Maureen Early, Lead Community Relations Specialist at Reworld™.
“This event is especially meaningful for the kids, as it gives them opportunities to engage in activities they might not normally be able to experience.”
The Backpack Pirates program included a variety of engaging activities such as sports, field games, arts and crafts, treasure hunts, a theater show, swimming at the beach, DJ and dancing, and much more. By sponsoring this event, Reworld™ continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting local communities and
enhancing the lives of those in need.
These experiences are designed to boost self-esteem, encourage teamwork, and provide a sense of normalcy and joy that these children may not often have. The company’s contribution of a whole day’s worth of food ensures that all participants can focus on having fun and making memories, without the distraction of hunger.
“The need for assistance is growing each year,” said Greta Guarton, Executive Director of Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. “Our organization is beyond grateful to Reworld™ for their generous support and to other members of our community who come together to help our less fortunate neighbors.”
Backpack pirate kids and volunteers waiting for lunch provided by Reworld™
Maureen Early and volunteers preparing the lunch food for the program
A New Season Is Here!
Change is one of the few constants in life. And, as the seasons change, so too can our living situations. Whether it’s welcoming a new addition to the family, downsizing, or simply seeking a change of scenery, autumn often brings about thoughts of our homes and where we want to be.
If you’re thinking about making a change that includes buying or selling a home, please feel free to call or email me. I’m happy to offer my expertise and guidance for any of your real estate needs.
In the meantime, here are a few tips to help you stay warm this fall.
• Consider weather-stripping windows and doors to keep drafts at bay.
• Clean out your gutters to prevent ice dams.
• Install a smart thermostat to manage your home’s temperature ef ciently.
• Have your furnace checked, and stock up on rewood for cooler nights by the replace or outdoor repit.
Have a wonderful and ful lling autumn season. I hope to see all of you around town!
Save The Great South Bay Community Oyster Garden Volunteers Wanted!
We are growing thousands of baby oysters at our community oyster gardens graciously hosted in crates at the docks of Babylon & Bay Shore Yacht Clubs. Volunteers are wanted to help maintain the gardens by cleaning up the crates, then counting & measuring the baby oysters to track their growth.
Great hands on experience for allscouts and families welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
We recommend clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and/or wet. See below to volunteer for one or more days.
Babylon - Sundays from 1-3 PM
Bay Shore - Tuesdays from 9-11 AM Community service available.