May 1, 2024 North Massapequa

Massapequa Director of Fine and Performing Arts Vincent Green, joined by All-State musicians, from left, Luke Raymond, Teresa Green, Jayden Pearl and Cooper Arbisi, showcase the district’s recent inclusion on the NAMM Foundation’s 2024 Best Communities for Music Education list. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District

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Collection Drive To Support Veterans

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Clerk Richard LaMarca call on residents to ‘Spring into Action’ to support veterans by donating to a collection drive in support of the Northport VA. Residents are invited to donate toiletries and new clothing through May 15th.

the Northport VA has a ‘Wish List’ of items their veterans desperately need, I knew residents would generously spring into action to help ensure these needs are met,” said Clerk LaMarca. “I thank the residents of our wonderful Town in advance for their generosity and support of our veterans.”

beginning April 15th. Collection Bins will be available on weekdays from 9:00am to 4:45pm at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa).

For more information, please call (516) 6246380 or email ealter@ oysterbay-ny.gov.

The Town’s Collection Drive will run for 30 days

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DAHLIA PLANT SHOW

The Long Island Dahlia Society will be selling dahlia plants at the Gazebo in Bayard Cuttiing Arboritum on May 4th and 5th. Also, look for them at Farmingdale State College on May 7th to 9th. For further details go to LongIslandDahlia.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 3

6:30PM-9:30PM

OCEANS OF HOPE FUNDRAISER

Held at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead. Individual tickets are $250. For a package (10 tickets) it's $2,250. Included in admission is food, drink, live music, silent auction and raffle. For tickets or more info call 631-369-9840 x104, email kvahlsing@nymarinerescue.org, or visit www.nymarinerescue.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

9:00AM-4:00PM

GUN SHOW

The biggest Gun Show on Long Island will take place on Saturday and Sunday May 5th from 9am to 3pm at the IBEW Local 1049, 100 Corp Drive, Holtsville. Admission is $10. Children 12 and under are free with a parent or guardian. For more information call 516-221-7380.

10:00AM-4:00PM

CRAFT & ANTIQUE FAIR

The Amityville Kiwanis Club is hosting a craft and antique fair at the Pappas Memorial Pavilion at the Amityville Beach. There will be refreshments and raffles. Email AmityvilleKiwanisCraftFair@gmail.com.

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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 natalieraccuglia@longislandmediagroup.com.

The Our Lady of Grace Choirs in West Babylon will sing their popular spring concert, now in its eighteenth year. Great for all ages. Terence conducts, accompanied by a small world-class orchestra. The evening also celebrates the oldest Padre Pio Prayer Group on Long Island established there in 1970. Free will offering, hospitality provided. For further information, please call the Parish office at 631-587-5185.

4:00PM-8:00PM

BREAST CANCER FUNRAISER

Belfast Gastro Pub will be holding a Breast Cancer Block Party fundraiser benefiting the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition. There will be live music & DJ, food, drinks, giveaways and raffles. Join them in the fight against breast cancer. For more information email info@babylonbreastcancer.org.

8:00PM ANNIE SHOW PRESENTATION

Temple B'nai Torah in Wantagh will be presenting "Annie", May 4, 5, 11 and 12. For showtimes and ticket information, please email them at tbttix@temple-bnai-torah.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 10

6:30PM RADIO BINGO

The Memorare Knights of Columbus in Seaford is hosting a Radio Bingo. $40 per person (over 21 please). Admission includes bingo, heroes, salads, beer, wine, soda. Bring your own snacks! for more information contact Jennifer at 516-743-2055 or Patricia at 516-798-6237.

7:30PM SPRING CONCERT

ANNUAL CHOIR CONCERT

The Our Lady of Perpetual Help's

music ministry will host its annual Spring concert, offered in memory of Ryan Barrett. The evening features the parish’s cantors, adult choir, youth choir, schola, instrumentalists, and special guests, the Hoffman Chamber Ensemble. This will be followed by Hospitality and Raffle Baskets in the school auditorium. For more information, please email gtonness@optonline.net

SATURDAY, MAY 11

8:30AM

5K FUN RUN/WALK FUNDRAISER

The sisters of St. Joseph in Brentwood are hosting a Sprint into Spring, 5K Fun Run/Walk at 1725 Brentwood Rd, Brentwood. Proceeds to benefit CSJ Learning Connection. $40 to register, age 12 and under, $10. Register online at brentwoodcsj.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 14

7:00PM

MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS

The Seaford Historical Society will be hosting a Meditation and Mindfulness with Laura MetzdorfRivera, at the Seaford Historical Museum 3890 Waverly Ave, Seaford. A $5 donation if required. For more info email mapfannon@verizon.net.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

6:00PM-10:00PM

CHEFS FOR A CAUSE

Please support the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition at their annual Chefs for a Cause fundraiser at The Piermont in Babylon Village. 25 local restaurants will provide their signature dishes for thisl tasting event. Wine, beer and raffles. $100 per person. For more information, please call 631-893-4110.

Creation Art Center 20th Anniversary Celebration

CREATION ART CENTER 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce was proud to hold the 20th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the new location of their member, Creation Art Center! Check them out at 944 North Broadway in Massapequa, or contact them at (516) 795-4929. Congratulations to Brian, and Patty Page Carroll, and the Creation Art Center team on this exciting milestone! On hand to celebrate were Chamber board members Maria Guzzetta, Karen Gawrych-Recording Secretary, Creation Art Center Owners Patty Page and Brian Carroll, Robin Hepworth-First Vice President, Robert Barrett-Past President, and Isabelle Rapacciuolo. Photo courtesy of Robin Hepworth

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Town To Host Special Olympics Spring Games At Plainedge High School

Over 500 Athletes To Compete In An Olympic-Style Contest On May 4th

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that the Town will once again host the prestigious Special Olympics Spring Games in partnership with Special Olympics New York. Held at Plainedge High School on Saturday, May 4th, the games will include a fullday of competitive track and field events for over 500 athletes supported by more than 300 coaches. These athletes – children and adults with intellectual disabilities – have dedicated months to training for an Olympic-style competition that will culminate with the contest during these Spring Games.

“The Special Olympic Spring Games provide a wonderful opportunity to showcase the hard work, dedication, talents, and tremendous athletic achievements of these special athletes, while also paving the way to eliminate social barriers and stereotypes differentlyabled individuals face,” said Supervisor Saladino. “The Town of Oyster Bay is very

proud to be a partner with Special Olympics New York and thank the Plainedge School District for their assistance in making this important event a reality.”

“Special Olympics New York provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-style sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, providing them a continuing opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, make friends, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship with their families,” Diane Colonna, Vice President, Downstate Operations Special Olympics, New York said. “We are honored that the Plainedge School District will host our Spring Games and make a difference in the lives of these athletes.”

The event will be held on Saturday, May 4th at Plainedge High School, 241 Wyngate Dr. in Massapequa. For more information on how to get involved, visit the

school’s website at www. plainedgeschools.org If you are eligible to participate in the games, visit www. specialolympics-ny.org to register.

“This event would be impossible without the generosity of our sponsors, including Optimum, MSG Networks, 7- Eleven, KPMG, and Nassau County Police Department, as well as the residents and volunteers who attend to help out and cheer on these dedicated athletes. We hope to see you in the stands on May 4th to show your support for Special Olympics in our community. All are welcome!” Supervisor Saladino concluded.

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Armed Forces Appreciation Day Celebration May 17th

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announced that veterans and active United States military personnel are invited to the Town of Oyster Bay’s Armed Forces Appreciation Day Celebration slated for Friday, May 17th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, located at 7800 Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury. This free event, open to Town of Oyster Bay veterans and active duty personnel, will include a BBQ and entertainment by the singing group American Bombshells.

“The Town of Oyster Bay is committed to serving veterans and ensuring they have access to important benefits in which they are entitled to,” said Supervisor Saladino. “This is an important way of thanking our brave hometown heroes for protecting the freedoms we enjoy each and every day as Americans.”

President Harry S. Truman established Armed Forces Appreciation Day in 1950 as a day to pay special tribute to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. This single holiday provides an opportunity for citizens to come together and thank

our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country. The Town’s celebration includes a patriotic musical salute to our hometown heroes, including a special performance by the “American Bombshells,” and a free barbeque.

To accommodate as many hometown heroes as possible, veterans and active military personnel are invited to bring one guest. There is no charge to attend and a rain date is scheduled for Friday, May 24th. To RSVP, please call the Town of Oyster Bay at (516) 797-4121.

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Volunteers Needed For Rain Garden Work Party

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino invites volunteers to join the upcoming Rain Garden Work Party at Theodore Roosevelt Park, to help maintain the Town’s raingardens which help prevent stormwater pollution. The event will take place at the Western Waterfront at Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay on Saturday, May 4th, and volunteers are encouraged to bring their own work gloves for the occasion.

“We welcome all those interested in native plant gardening to come join our spring Rain Garden Work Party. Participants will learn about rain gardens’ ecological impact while helping to maintain them,” said Supervisor Saladino.

“We will work alongside volunteers and our environmental partners to weed, rake, prune, plant and mulch while learning about the environmental benefits

these structures provide. This familyfriendly program welcomes participants of all ages, particularly those seeking to fulfill community service hours.”

Rain gardens were installed at Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay in partnership with Friends of the Bay and the Nassau County Soil and Water Conservation District. These gardens effectively filter stormwater runoff before it reaches local waterways. Rain gardens also help alleviate problems associated with flooding and drainage, recharge the ground water supply, provide habitat and food for wildlife and enhance the beauty of local communities.

Volunteers are invited to gather at the Western Waterfront, 1 West End Avenue in Oyster Bay, on Saturday, May 4th. The Rain Garden Work Party will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants should bring work gloves, and community service hours are offered to participants. For more information, contact the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Environmental Resources at (516) 677-5943 or visit oysterbaytown.com/ environmental.

“A rain garden is a collection of native plants placed in a small depression designed to slowly absorb rain water runoff. They have numerous environmental benefits, such as filtering pollutants, reducing flooding, and providing food and habitats to wildlife,” added Councilwoman Vicki Walsh. “However, they must be maintained regularly to ensure healthy soil, healthy plants, and a healthy community, which is why we’re seeking volunteers to assist with our existing rain gardens at the Western Waterfront in Oyster Bay.”

Accessing Schooling Options

(NAPSI)—Parents are more optimistic about their children’s academic, emotional, and social development and they increasingly support school choice according to EdChoice, which wants all K–12 students to access the schooling options—public, private, charter, homeschooling or other—best for them. Learn more at www. edchoice.org.

Another High Note For Massapequa Music Program

For the 16th consecutive year and the 17th time overall, the Massapequa School District has been nationally recognized for its exceptional music education program. It was named to the NAMM Foundation’s 2024 Best Communities for Music Education list.

This is the 25th year that the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation has published its Best Communities for Music Education list, recognizing hundreds of schools and districts across the country. To be considered, the district had to submit

an extensive application outlining the components of its music education program as well as the support its receives from the board of education, administrators and the community.

Massapequa’s repeated inclusion on the list reflects its strong music program, with a wealth of opportunities for students at the elementary, middle and high school levels. From general music classes, to band, chorus and orchestra ensembles, to annual musical productions, there are extensive opportunities for students.

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program recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community members who have made music education part of a wellrounded education,” said Vincent Green, director of fine and performing arts. “This recognition is a testament to the

Massapequa community for their continuing support for the fine and performing arts. We strive to maintain an exceptionally high commitment and access to music education, and we are honored that the NAMM Foundation has once again recognized our efforts.”