November 30, 2022 North Babylon

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY - The North Babylon Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribboncutting ceremony to celebrate the 35th Year Anniversary of Mangia Pizza located at 785 Deer Park Avenue in North Babylon. On hand to celebrate were owners John and Donna Mangiapane along with family and friends, Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Councilman Terence McSweeney, Councilman Tony Martinez, and Councilman Anthony Manetta. Also in attendance were Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly and Assemblyman Michael Durso. Photo courtesy of Ryan Williams, Director of I Babylon

Tis The Season For Giving

On Monday, November 21, 2022, Noelle Lambert and The Bryn Elliott Team launched a Holiday Donation Drive, benefitting the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless, an organization that strives to end homelessness on Long Island, and to alleviate the issues associated with homelessness and poverty for homeless and at risk persons in Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

“I’ve always been passionate about helping others, but more specifically assisting the homeless is really important to me,” said Noelle, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “When you strip away all the excess and get down to the basics - the minimum that one should have in order to put their best foot forward every day - what remains is a home, along with food, and the like. There are countless people struggling and facing homelessness right now on Long Island and it just feels like the right thing to do to help them.”

The drive will run through December 19th and has five drop-off locations throughout Long Island. “This year the organization is desperately in need of non perishable food and personal care items,” said Bryn Elliott, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with The Bryn Elliott Team at Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “They’re also looking for clothing, socks and winter coats. We’re hopeful that this drive will make a difference by helping people who need it; especially during the toughest time of the year to be homeless.”

Every donation truly does make a difference. “We thank everyone in advance for their participation,” said Noelle. “We’re so appreciative of each business that has let us use their establishment as a drop-off location.” If you have any questions, please contact Noelle Lambert at 631.478.3819

North Babylon Appoints New Director Of Guidance

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About USA Auto Body: USA Auto Body is a fullservice auto body repair shop in East Patchogue. Their trained professionals can complete your automobile restoration to manufacturerspecified standards and they are ready to make your car shine!

About Long Island Media Group: Long Island Media Group is a locally owned and operated media company that has been publishing since 1953. Today they publish the South Bay’s Neighbor, Neighbor Newspapers, Seasons Magazine, along with many other specialty products. They also offer digital marketing services.

About Douglas Elliman Real Estate: Douglas Elliman leads the New York real estate market by sales volume, and ranks as one of the nation’s largest independent residential real estate brokerages by the same measure. From sales, rentals and new development to mortgages and title insurance, their agents are relentless advocates for their clients.

North Babylon School District has appointed Stephen Dombo as its new director of guidance, effective Oct. 17.

Prior to joining North Babylon, Dombo worked as a guidance counselor at the West Babylon Senior High School since 2010. He also served as the assistant director for night school and adult education for the West Babylon School District. He has prior experience as a guidance counselor at

STEPHEN DOMBO

Holy Trinity Diocesan High School.

Dombo holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from SUNY Cortland and a master’s degree in education/school counseling from Hofstra University. He also possesses an educational leadership certification from SUNY Stony Brook.

“I am excited for my new role in the North Babylon School District, and I look forward to working with the entire community,” he said.

Thanksgiving Feast Food Drive

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Pictured above from left to right: Noelle Lambert & Bryn Elliott

THANKSGIVING FEAST FOOD DRIVE - Boy Scout Troop 95 held its 4th annual Thanksgiving Feast Food Drive at the West Islip Church of Christ. Families in need received a complete Thanksgiving dinner.

The Long Island Elite (LIE) is celebrating a milestone achievement—20 years of fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities. Since 2002, the organization has focused on cultivating the growth and leadership capabilities of Long Island business professionals, while raising awareness and funds for local charities. To highlight this milestone, and raise money for its Charity Partner of the Year United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island, the business networking and philanthropy group held its Great Gatsby Gala, channeling the glamour of the roaring 1920s.

“This year, the Long Island Elite celebrates its 20th Anniversary,” said Long Island Elite President Frank Morizio, Jr. “Organizations that hit this

Long Island Elite Great Gatsby Gala Celebrates Organization’s 20th Anniversary

remarkable milestone must be filled with mission driven people, who are themselves, remarkable. But that’s not all you need to get here.

Over the past 20 years, there have been hundreds of members, thousands of connections made, and millions of dollars raised to support organizations that are doing amazing things for our neighbors in need.”

The anniversary gala is a celebration of the vision that the LIE “Founders” had to support the growth of business and charitable efforts on Long Island.

To honor that vision, the LIE chose United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island to be its gala beneficiary and have committed to help them build an adaptive playground where children in their program can enjoy the simple pleasures of adolescent fun as all children should.

UCP of Long Island

has been committed to advancing the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with disabilities by creating Life Without Limits. The Children’s Center, located in Commack, has provided over 60 years of excellence in educational services including preschool, school-age programs and early intervention services tailored to meet the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs of children with disabilities from birth to 21 years of age. The Children’s Center currently serves over 80 infants and children through age 21, with a wide range of developmental disabilities and diagnoses.

Together, the L.I.E. and UCP of Long Island strive to improve the quality of life for individuals and families who have children with disabilities. Please help us by supporting this year’s

20th Anniversary Gala.

For information on how you can support the Long Island Elite and UCP of Long Island, visit www. longislandelite.com or email info@longislandelite. com.

About the Long Island Elite

The Long Island Elite is a registered 501(c)3

nonprofit organization that is dedicated to fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities. Its core goal is to bring business professionals together to support each other’s careers through a variety of networking, business and community functions.

The organization takes a leadership role in helping local nonprofits raise money and gain more recognition. As a philanthropic liaison, Long Island Elite provides forums such as special events, outreach programs, and fundraising support to help its annual charity partner organization grow and thrive.

Governor Hochul Announces Partnership To Enhance Iconic Jones Beach Summer Concert Venue With Multimillion Dollar Private Investment

Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced that Live Nation Entertainment will make a multimillion dollar investment to improve the concert-going experience at the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater. The improvements will ensure the Jones Beach State Park venue remains a top entertainment destination for another generation of concert-goers.

“New Yorkers have visited the historic Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater for years to see their favorite artists perform, and this investment will fund critical improvements to this iconic venue,” Governor Hochul said. “Thanks to this partnership between New York State and Live Nation Entertainment, we will create an even better experience for concert-goers and ensure that this theater remains a premier concert venue for years to come.”

Live Nation will make a series of improvements to the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater over the next five years to significantly improve the concert-viewing experience, including:

Installing a new entrance that enables seamless entry into the venue.

Constructing a new plaza that will include local food and beverage options and multiple seating areas for fans to enjoy the full experience of Jones Beach.

Upgrading the experience in all concourses and plazas and adding even more food and beverage destinations.

Remodeling all restrooms and increasing restrooms by 20 percent.

Improving resilience and sustainability with new seawalls to protect from high tides, new energyefficient LED lighting, and solar-powered street lighting

Replacing several thousand upper-level seats and adding more restrooms

The improvements will be made under the New York State Parks’ 20-year operating agreement with Live Nation Entertainment for the theater.

Regional President of Live Nation Northeast Geoff Gordon said, “The Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theatre is a spectacular venue where millions of live music fans have traveled from near and far to see their favorite artists in concert for decades. Experiencing a live show at Jones Beach is a rite of summer for Long Islanders. We are excited to work closely with our partners at Jones Beach State Park to enhance the fan experience further and continue to create memorable experiences for our fans and their favorite performers.”

Chief Operating Officer of

Live Nation’s Venue Nation Tom See said, “Our plans for the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater will add even more modern conveniences that fans enjoy while staying true to the character of this historic venue. We look forward to sharing the first phase of improvements with our fans next summer and will continue to create an impact for years to come.”

State Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid said, “For 70 years, the Jones Beach Theater has been the goto place for world-class musical performances in an unparalleled setting. We look forward to working with our partners at Live Nation to make Jones Beach State Park an even more exciting and welcoming place to enjoy unforgettable performances for many more audiences to come.”

State Senator John Brooks said, “I am very grateful

for the initiative being undertaken to improve the safety and preserve the history of Jones Beach Theater. A staple within the Long Island community for decades, these improvements will not only ensure greater enjoyability of the venue during events they will also encourage tourism and create muchneeded job openings — both of which will in turn help stimulate our economy. I look forward to viewing the project through all its phases of completion and am appreciative at the steps being undertaken to ensure that these renovations will ensure that the venue is resilient to the devastating effects we have witnessed from climate change.”

Assemblymember David McDonough said, “The State’s partnership with Live Nation for improvements at the Jones Beach Theater is very welcome news for all

who have and will continue to enjoy this facility and the world class performers that appear there.”

Live Nation is committed to always improving the fan experience at the theatre. In the past season, Live Nation installed new 17.9-feet high by 31.6-feet wide large-screen digital video boards. Live Nation also added Taste NY food and beverage options throughout the venue, and expanded menu items at the theater, including signature cocktails and the Questlove’s Cheesesteak made with Impossible Meat. With a focus on sustainable operations, additional improvements include offering mass transportation to concerts with the Nassau Inter-County Express bus service, Zero Waste Stations, elimination of plastic straws, water refill stations and a composting program.

Babylon H.S. Senior Named National Merit Semifinalist

Matthew Nyman, a senior at Babylon JuniorSenior High School, has been named a semifinalist in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program. He was one of 16,000 students nationwide to be selected as a semifinalist among the 1.5 million who applied. Additionally,

students Caroline Cassidy and Madeline Romaine were named National Merit Commended Scholars in this prestigious contest.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation identifies academically talented students throughout the United States. This year’s National

Merit semifinalists were chosen based on their 2021 PSAT scores. Matthew will go on to compete for one of the roughly 7,500 scholarships awarded annually in the spring. The scholarships are worth a total of more than $31 million. Photo courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District

The Babylon Chorale Presents Out Of The Darkness – Into The Light

A choral concert to remind us of the light all around at this special time of year.

The Babylon Chorale presents Out Of The Darkness – Into The Light on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s

By-The-Sea Episcopal Church located at 500 South Country Rd. in Bay Shore.

Advance Sale: $20/ Adults; $12/Students and Seniors 60+ Door Sale: $25/Adults; $15 / Students and Seniors 60+

$10/Children 10 and under at all times For more information and to purchase tickets online see our website: www.babylonchorale. org or email info@ babylonchorale.org

Babylon H.S. AP Scholars Earn Top Marks

MATTHEW NYMAN - Babylon JuniorSenior High School senior Matthew Nyman has been named a 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalist.

West Babylon Hosts Realtor’s Breakfast

The College Board has recognized 52 current and former Babylon Junior-Senior High School students as Advanced Placement Scholars for the 20222023 school year. These awards, which are divided among several categories, were bestowed upon the students based on their exceptional achievement on the national Advanced Placement exams last spring. The students and their accolades include:

· 27 students who qualified for the AP Scholar Award by receiving scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams. They are Ana Maria Acosta, Carlos Berrios, Ashley

Burke, Gianna Carty, Jack DeVoe, Haley Gengler, Luca Giammarino, Gregory Herbst, Kayleigh McGetrick, Ava McKeown, Sebastian Melendez, Philip Molnar, Lucas Montalto, Kevin Mroczka, Matthew Nyman, Brennan O’Halloran, Kate O’Brien, Megan O’Malley, Lisa Petraitis, Annaliese Pillitteri, Troy Schipf, Paige Seegers, Catherine Shaw, Mia Shek, Megan Snyder, Grace Young, Eduardo Zambrano.

· 11 students who received the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning a 3.25 on all AP exams. They are Ethan Albert, Paul Catalano, Molly Higgins, Shelby

Kowalewsky, Lindsay MacQuarrie, Alexander Noesi, Macallan Ringstad, Andrew Scheriff; Campbell Stein, Joshua Vanderbilt, Brett Womack.

·14 students who were granted the AP Scholar With Distinction Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of the exams. They are Caroline Cassidy, Joseph Connell, Kate Ficken, Kenneth Graham, Bridget Hannon, Derek Hulahan, Alexis Lewis, Aidan Marrone, Jenna Meyer, Kiera Mroczka, Thomas Orifici, Madeline Romaine, Alice Schubart, Yuxiang Zheng.

WEST BABYLON

- West Babylon School District invited local real estate agents to a breakfast at the district’s central office on Nov. 10. Invited guests learned about the district’s many different offerings and opportunities. Joined by West Babylon administrators, West Babylon School District’s Superintendent of Schools Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly spoke about some of the district’s highlights – including its high graduation rate, Advanced Placement offerings, and extracurricular activities. In addition, invited realtors were given a brochure to present these facts and information to potential homebuyers in the area. Dr. Farrelly encouraged the realtors to follow the district on social media and visit the district’s website for even more detailed information.

courtesy of West Babylon School District

CAROLINE CASSIDY AND MADELAINE ROMAINE - Seniors

Caroline Cassidy, left, and Madelaine Romaine were National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Scholars.

- The College Board has recognized

52 current and former Babylon Junior-Senior High School students as Advanced Placement Scholars for the 2022-2023 school year. Pictured: Current Babylon JuniorSenior High School Senior AP Scholars for the 2022-2023 school year. Photo courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District

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www.mhaw.org

Among its wide range of mentalhealth-related services, MHAW offers many forms of assistance for veterans in Suffolk County. These offerings address affordable housing, medical and mental health assistance, peer support, and other services.

To allow readers to get a humanscale picture of the real-life ways that MHAW supports local veterans in need, here are the stories of “John” and “Mary.”

“John” had served our country for more than eight years as a Marine, including witnessing the aftermath of the Beirut barracks bombings in 1983 that had killed 241 American personnel and dozens of others.

He proceeded to face major difficulty adapting to post-service life, and used food to help him cope. John became significantly overweight and homeless, with a hotel as his residence for two years. It was nearly impossible to find a house that accommodated his needs until he connected with “Housing Our Homeless Heroes,” an initiative that helps veterans regain their sense of independence with supportive housing.

Happily, John is now living in a stabilized environment with dignity and respect.

As a second example, “Mary” had been discharged from the service last August, had no income, nowhere to go, and unfortunately was living in her car. She reached out to the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program, run in collaboration with the Economic

Opportunity Council (EOC) of Suffolk, a Patchoguebased social services organization.

Mary worked with

the SSVF team to locate and obtain permanent housing. She also worked with a case manager and a health care navigator to apply for the VA’s service-connected disability program, where she was approved for 100-percent compensation. Mary was also connected to the Northport VA Medical Center, where she began receiving health care. In addition, Mary worked with an employment specialist who assisted her with her resume, job search, and interview prep.

As a result, Mary ultimately secured a full-time job. She has expressed her gratefulness to MHAW and to EOC of Suffolk for the critical assistance she received at the time when she needed it most.

After all they have given to America, our veterans deserve support from all of us here in Suffolk County and across the nation. With this in mind, we urge you to play a role in introducing local veterans in need to MHAW.

If you know such a veteran, have them contact Marcelle Leis, MHAW’s Director of Veteran Services, by calling 631-946-0147, or by emailing mleis@ mhaw.org. If your nonprofit would like to be featured in this column, please call Noelle Lambert at 631.226.2636 x225 for consideration.

Lindenhurst Moose Lodge 1421 883 South Broadway Lindenhurst, NY 11757 ***

All of the Following events are for Members and Qualified Guests. For Members only our Main Dining Hall is available for your Special events, Showers, Weddings, Birthdays, etc. Contact Brother Sal Dilluvio 516-359-5857 for Rental and Catering Information.

**THE LODGE WILL BE CLOSED ON NOVEMBER 24TH**

Our Social Quarters Open ~ 6:00pm to 10:00pm - Sun, Mon, Tues, & Thurs. 6:00pm to 12:00am - Friday & Saturday

** Kitchen Open Monday, Thursdays and Sunday

6:30pm - 8:45 pm

** Event Tickets are available in the Social Quarters. Please ask your server. ***

~Saturday Nights~ Queen of Hearts Drawing is at 9:00pm every Saturday.. Tickets are ONLY available in the Social Quarters to Members who are in good standing. Please have your I.D. card

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~Monday November 28th ~ Lodge Board of Officers Meeting 8:00pm. If you have a Question, Suggestion or Concerns. Please ask to speak with the Board Members on meeting nights, they are here to help you. Contact The Lodge President Paul LaMartina 516-650-8903

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Saturday December 3rd ~

Moose Corner

Country Western Night with D.J. Neil Wrangler and Line Dance lessons by Sandy Great Music, Cold Drinks & Kitchen will be open for food.

Doors open at 6:30 pm 883 South Broadway Lindenhurst.

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~Sunday December 4th~ Family Brunch Buffet and Omelet Station

All you can eat Buffet includes: Eggs, Omelet Station, Bacon, Sausage, Home Fries, Pancackes, Sausage Gravy over Biscuits, Fresh Baked Muffins, Toast, Hot Dish, Deli Platters & Trimmings. Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Dining doors are open 10:00am - 12:00Noon $14.00pp - Children under 12 are 1/2 price for more Information

Contact: Sal Dilluvio

516-359-5857

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~Sunday December 4th~ Lindenhurst Moose will be In The Village!! We will be taking part in the Lindenhurst Fire Deptartment Annual Holiday Parade with our own Holiday float and serving free Hot Cocoa by the Park! 12:00pm to 3:00pm Santa in the Park 12:00pm to 6:00pmCristkindl Market at the Village Square 4:30 pm - Lindenhurst F.D. Holiday Parade 5:00 pm - Village Tree Lighting

~Monday December 5th~ Lodge General Members

Meeting 8:00pm. If you have a Question, Suggestion or Concerns, please ask to speak with the Board Members on meeting nights, they are here to help you. Contact The Lodge President Paul LaMartina 516-650-8903

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~Tuesday December 6th ~ Women of The Moose Social meeting 7:00pm Tree Decorating and Christmas party

::SAVE THE DATES:: December 9th - Family Dinner Night December 10th - Lodge & Comunity Christmas Party 7:00pm -11:00pm

Our Lodge will be CLOSED December 24th & 25th

All Members must present there Membership Card upon entering the building, If you do not have your Membership Card you must sign the guest book.

Please Call the Social Quarters after 6:00pm 631-226-4364 for more information on all Dates and Events Listed.

Thank you for supporting our Community, Mooseheart, Moosehaven & Our Lodge. LIKE us on FacebookLOOM1421 (The Official Lodge Page) Check out our NEW website: http://www. mooselodge1421.com

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Which of These Costly Homeseller Mistakes Will You Make When you Sell Your

Long Island Home?

Long Island - A new report has just been released which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.

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CALL NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS to place your classified ad. 631 226-2636, press “2”

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THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experi enced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, Ext. 276

THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experienced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, ext. 276

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Woods

- Woods Road Elementary School in the North Babylon School District paid tribute to veterans with a ceremony held at the school on Nov. 9. Sailor Dabney Brignoni shared words with students about being kind and how they are the future. North Babylon interim Superintendent of Schools Dr. Larry Aronstein spoke about the history of Veterans Day and the bravery of the men and women who join the armed forces. Councilman Terence McSweeney echoed the sentiments of Dr. Aronstein and spoke about the bravery of soldiers. Photos courtesy of North Babylon School District

WOODS ROAD PAYS TRIBUTE TO VETERANS

St. Hugh Productions presents The Happy Elf on December 3rd and 4th. Performances are Saturday, December 3rd at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm,

Calling All Sisters Of St. Joseph Alums “Together Again”

The Sisters of St. Joseph invite alums from all classes, faculty and staff to the Annual Alum Holiday Event on Thursday, December 8 at Giando on the Water in Brooklyn. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.brentwoodcsj.org or call 631-273-1187 ext. 154.