Councilman Tom Hand Administers Oath Of Office
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand recently administered the oath of office to officers of the Nassau Shores Civic Association. Officers include President John Guerriero, Vice President Michael Dell’Anno, Recording Secretary Dan Riveira and Corresponding Secretary Roxana Riveira. Treasurer
Nadia Cooblall was unable to attend.
“Civic Associations are an important component of our community as they bring people together to talk about important issues in our neighborhoods,” said Councilman Hand. “As your representative in Town government, I can certainly assure our civic associations
that Town officials appreciate working with you to make our community an even greater place to live, work and raise a family. These Nassau Shores Civic Association officers should be proud in knowing that on a daily basis, throughout their terms, they make a positive difference in the lives of others.”
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JULY HAPPENINGS
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.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
9:00AM to 9:00PM, and continues on FRIDAY, JULY 12
9:00AM to 9:00PM SHOOTOUT FOR SOLDIERS
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board will host the 10th Annual “Shootout for Soldiers” 24-Hour Lacrosse Benefit Game at the Town of Oyster Bay’s John J. Burns Park on Merrick Road in Massapequa. The event benefits veterans and active duty military personnel. The Long Island Air Force Association will conduct a special ceremony on July 12th at 11:00am to honor hometown Vietnam War Veterans and present them with medals that commemorate their service to our nation. For more information, please visit http://shootoutforsoliders.com or contact Harry Jacobs at longisland@ shootoutforsoldiers.com at 516-315-3002.
FRIDAY, JULY 12
9:00AM-11:00 AM
SPEAKER SERIES: RESTORATIVE AQUACULTURE & THE GREAT SOUTH BAY
How Does Aquaculture Affect Water Quality? Join us as we explore various aspects of how aquaculture can contribute to water quality restoration. Seating is limited. Registration is a must. Email info@ savethegreatsouthbay.org or call 631-848-0210 with any questions.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
11:30AM-3:00PM
LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER PICNIC Levittown Community Council’s 27th Annual Lazy Days Of Summer Picnic FREE Admission, Entertainment, Games and Activities. Jerusalem
Avenue Park at the East Village Green, Jerusalem Ave., Levittown. Open to all residents of the Levittown and Island Trees school district communities. For information, call 516-735-5901 or email levittowncouncil@yahoo.com
10:00AM-4:00PM
ANTIQUE CAR SHOW
Wantagh Preservation Society's 3rd annual Antique Car Show. Rain date: Saturday July 20th. Wantagh Preservation Society Museum, 1700 Wantagh Avenue in Wantagh. Fee adults $1. 17 yrs & younger are free. Refreshments for sale, 50/50 raffle, entertainment, kids crafts 12:00 - 2:00pm, music, museum complex sites will be open to the public. Any questions, please email Wantaghmuseum@gmail.com
TUESDAY, JULY 16
6:00PM NORTH BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNUAL REORGANIZATION MEETING
The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its Annual Reorganization Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library. The regular meeting of the Board will immediately follow the Reorganization Meeting. The public is invited to attend. The North Babylon Public Library is located at 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon. for information, please call Marc D. Horowitz, Director, 631-669-4020
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! This is
a fun, free block party for the whole family. Come enjoy live music, local vendors and outdoor dining. Rain date is 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.
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 Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "A Comedy of Errors" by William Shakespeare. A fully costumed version of "A Comedy of Errors" has been created by Studio Theater Long Island Troupe for Islip Arts Council. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/
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 our Classic Car Show and view over hundred antique cars and listen to music on our great lawn. Vote for your favorite car with our People’s Choice Awards. Food available for purchase and take a manor house while you are here (extra admission). Car Show admission $5 pp, children under 5 free. Show cars welcome. $15 registration fee. For more information: info@sagtikosmanor.org or call dsubbiondo@aol.com. www. sagtikosmanor.org.
Pravato Reminds Residents To Avoid Penalties By Paying General Taxes Prior To August 12th
Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato reminds residents that the Second Half of the 2024 General Tax Levy is due on July 1st, but can be paid without penalty through August 12th.
“New York State Law allows my office to provide taxpayers with a 40-day penalty free period from the date the tax is due during which payment may be made without penalty,” Receiver Pravato explained. “After the 40 days, State Law requires a one percent penalty be added for each month the tax remains unpaid. So make your payment before August 12th and don’t delay, and you will ensure you aren’t paying more out of pocket than you need to.”
The Tax Office is open
at both Town Hall North, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa, from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm to assist residents and accept payments with a check, cash or credit card. On August 9th and 12th both offices will be open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. When paying in person, residents are reminded to bring the entire tax bill. There are also outdoor walkup windows, and drop boxes have been installed at both locations for residents to make payments when the Tax Office is closed.
Residents who prefer to mail in their payments should send them to the Office of the Receiver of Taxes, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771-
1539. Please make your check payable to Jeffrey P. Pravato, Receiver of Taxes and indicate your property’s Section, Block and Lot and telephone number on the check.
Tax payments may also be made online through a link on the Town website, www.oysterbaytown.com.
Residents may view tax bills, print out a hard copy, or pay taxes with an ACH check payment for a fee of $1.75, or by credit card (for a much higher fee, charged by credit card companies). The Town of Oyster Bay receives no portion of this fee.
Residents may contact the Tax Office with any questions about their tax bill at 516-6246400 or by emailing receiveroftaxes@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
Oyster Bay Named Best Regional Harbor In America
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are thrilled to announce that Oyster Bay Harbor has been designated as ‘Best Harbor’ winner for the Mid-Atlantic region by the US Harbors organization for 2024.
“US Harbors asked the public to vote for their favorite harbor out of more than 1500 harbors, exemplifying where they had the most passion for where they live, boat and fish,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We are proud to continue many efforts to keep the vitality of our
beautiful harbor, including a highly successful shellfish management program with a soon-tobe expanded hatchery that produces millions of clam and oyster seedlings annually. Working with environmental partners on a variety of initiatives to protect our harbor, we will
continue these initiatives to help naturally clean our waterways, protect our shoreline and filter local waters while repopulating shellfish.”
Started by US Harbors in 2019, the ‘Best Harbor in the U.S.’ contest allows users to vote on their favorite of over 1,500
coastal and Great Lakes harbors from March to May of each year. U.S. Harbors notes that the contest ‘truly reflects the pride and passion people feel for their local coastal communities.’
“The protection of our natural assets is a high priority for our
Town Board, and we will continue our vast efforts to protect the quality and resiliency of our waters,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We thank U.S. Harbors for this great honor and all who supported Oyster Bay Harbor as the best mid-Atlantic regional harbor!”
REGIONAL HARBOR IN AMERICA
designated as ‘Best
- Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are thrilled to announce that Oyster Bay Harbor has been
Harbor’ winner for the Mid-Atlantic region by the US Harbors organization for 2024.
Northwell At Jones Beach Theater Kicks Off 2024 Summer Concert Season After Massive Two-Year Renovation
After undergoing a massive renovation, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater is now open for the 2024 summer concert season. The modernization of the venue is the largest investment in the theater’s history, preserving this iconic location for generations to come and solidifying its status as a bucketlist destination for concertgoers.
Thanks to a partnership between New York State Parks and Live Nation, the multiyear project seamlessly integrates a robust series of improvements and upgrades into the theater’s original design.
The reopening of the landmark venue is the culmination of three years of planning and nearly two years of construction, resulting in a refreshed and reenergized Jones Beach Theater.
The venue is ready for the season due to
the hard work of 1,850 local construction professionals, 95% of whom are Long Islanders. These dedicated professionals worked over 245,000 hours to complete the renovation.
Enhanced Fan Experience
A grand new entry makes it easier than ever for guests to enter the venue. Once inside, guests are greeted by a spacious plaza that is nearly the size of a football field. This vibrant new plaza features unique food and beverage offerings and ample space to sit down, relax, and take in the bay breeze before the show.
To ensure fans enjoy as much of the show as possible and spend less time in lines, the venue has added 20% more restrooms and 30% more food and beverage outlets. To improve the experience inside the theater, over 7,000 seats have been upgraded and new premium seating experiences have been
MASSIVE RENOVATIONS COMPLETED AT JONES BEACH THEATER
After undergoing a massive renovation, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater is now open for the 2024 summer concert season. Thanks to a partnership between New York State Parks and Live Nation, the multi-year project seamlessly integrates a robust series of improvements and upgrades. The reopening of the landmark venue is the culmination of three years of planning and nearly two years of construction, resulting in a refreshed and reenergized Jones Beach Theater.
added. New state-of-theart LED screens have been mounted on both sides of the stage to provide all fans with an enhanced view of the performance.
Expanded Seaside VIP Club
The entire premium
experience at Jones Beach Theater has been reimagined. Upon arrival at the CITI VIP Club, guests can choose from multiple locations to relax and take in the 280-degree views of Zach’s Bay. Guests will
enjoy unique food and beverage offerings within the club and will be able to order an incredible spread ahead of the show, so the party starts right upon their arrival.
Upgraded Backstage and Beach for Artists & Crew
The transformation of Northwell at Jones Beach Theater even extends the experience of visiting artists and their crew.
As they arrive early in the morning and step off their tour buses, they will be greeted by an exclusive beach they can use throughout their stay. This private beach, serviced by a dedicated Jones Beach lifeguard, includes hammocks, Adirondack chairs, paddle boats, and more.
Over the years, millions of locals and tourists have spent evenings under the stars enjoying music on the water at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater. Originally opened in 1952, the venue was built on the site of Zach’s Bay Stadium, an outdoor entertainment venue that hosted water circuses, boat races, and musicals. Over the decades, the theater has evolved, marking significant milestones such as the first rock concert by Blue Oyster Cult in 1978 and a permanent shift to concerts initiated by an Eric Clapton show in 1983. Known for its stunning seaside location and worldclass performances, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater has hosted numerous legendary artists, including Sting, Smashing Pumpkins, Ariana Grande, Prince, Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton, Kendrick Lamar, Van Halen, Lauryn Hill, and Stevie Nicks. After a great season kick off with the Outlaw Music Festival, this summer’s lineup promises many exciting performances including Pitbull, Dave Matthews Band, Maroon 5, Alanis Morissette, Jason Aldean, Imagine Dragons, Santana, Counting Crows, New Kids on the Block, Hootie & the Blowfish, and more. The newly renovated venue is also the perfect destination for special events, private events, company picnics and community celebrations.
During the months between graduating high school and beginning college, or between getting a university degree and entering the workforce, graduates may want to explore the personal growth that comes from volunteerism.
Volunteering provides various benefits. Some of these rewards include networking with an entirely different group of people. Volunteering also can help a person realize greater happiness by doing selfless acts for others, while they also can help one to realize a new passion. In the future, volunteering with an organization also may help with a student’s job search.
There are many arenas where young people can focus their volunteer
Volunteer Opportunities For Recent Grads
efforts. Here are some ideas.
• Animal shelter: Animal shelters rely on volunteers to help with their operations. They can be a good fit for anyone with a passion for animals and animal rights activism.
• Public service sectors: AmeriCorp and Peace Corps have scores of opportunities for volunteers. AmeriCorp focuses on domestic issues, while the PeaceCorp is a branch of the U.S. government that engages volunteers in international service work. Community involvement, health care, agriculture, homelessness, and combatting hunger are top priorities for these organizations.
• English as a second language: Volunteers can spend time abroad teaching English to students. Others may want to volunteer domestically by helping non-English-speaking individuals improve their language skills.
• Community government: A person may choose to sit on the board of a
school, a neighborhood housing association, or even explore volunteerism with a township municipal office. This will provide valuable hands-on experience and may help one lend a voice to issues that affect his or her living situation.
• Religious groups: Churches, synagogues
and mosques may have volunteer opportunities focused on community outreach or programs affiliated with local nonprofits.
• Conservation groups: Volunteers can work on conservation projects across the country. From wildlife management to trail restoration to invasive species eradication, there are a wide variety of conservationbased volunteering opportunities.
• Tutoring: Graduates can volunteer to tutor students in local schools or overseas. Volunteerism can fill gap years or add to résumés for recent graduates.
GROUNDSKEEPERS
Residents Invited To Submit Photos For Town Publications
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand invites residents to submit photos taken in the Town of Oyster Bay to be considered for future use in Town publications.
“We accept photos yearround submitted by our residents which depict people, places, community events and scenery throughout our Town,” said Councilman Hand. “We accept photos for the calendar, as well as other
Town publications, including our website, social media pages and brochures.”
Councilman Hand noted that photos should be taken within the confines of the Town of Oyster Bay. Digital submissions are preferred, but high-quality photos may also be submitted. Emailed photos should be sent to photos@oysterbay-ny. gov. Printed photos can be submitted to the Town’s Public
Information Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay NY 11771. Residents should make sure their name, address, phone number and brief description of the photo are included with their submission. The photographer is responsible for the correct spelling of the names and subjects in the photos, as well as notifying subjects they may appear in a Town publication.
SUNY Cortland Announces Spring 2024 President’s List
There are 710 SUNY Cortland students who earned President’s List honors for the Spring 2024 semester. To qualify for the President’s List, students must earn a grade of A- or better in each of their classes while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more.
Among those who excelled are:
Lauren Abarno of Deer Park - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Emily Bowles of Seaford - Major: Adolescence Education: Social Studies
Hailey Busch of Massapequa Park - Major: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Isabella Casto of SeafordMajor: Physical Education K-12
Alyssa D’Ambrogio of Farmingdale - Major: Exercise Science
Jake D’Andrea of Lindenhurst - Major: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Vanessa Danese of Lindenhurst - Major: Teaching English as a Sec Lang
Kaitlin Davis of SeafordMajor: Inclusive Childhood Education
Isabella Decristoforo of Massapequa - Major: Criminology
Nicholas Defelice of Massapequa - Major: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Kayla Donofrio of Massapequa- Major: Psychology
Olivia Espinosa of Farmingdale - Major: Adolescence Education: English
Samantha Fahey of West
Islip - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Tyler Ferragamo of West Babylon - Major: Sport Management
Julia Gagliano of Massapequa - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Matthew Gallo of North Massapequa - Major: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Rachel Goldberg of Massapequa Park - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Giuliana Gorgone of Massapequa Park - Major: Adolescence Educ-Math
Solomon Henderson of Massapequa Major: Exercise Science
Nicole Kaywood of Deer Park - Major: Business Economics
Madison Kubovic of West Babylon - Major: Psychology
Julia Melia of North Massapequ - Major: Exercise Science
Jaclyn Micillo of North Massapequa - Major: Criminology
Shayna Nicolich of Farmingdale - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Natalia Niebrzydowski of West Babylon - Major: Psychology
Crystal Nunez of Bay Shore - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Leah O’Loughlin of Massapequa Park - Major: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Lauren Parker of Amityville - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Kaitlyn Rauch of Seaford
- Major: Healthcare Management
Tara Riggs of MassapequaMajor: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Angelina Rogers of Amityville - Major: Inclusive Childhood Education
Allyson Roth of North Babylon - Major: Adolescence Educ-Math
Hannah Rumpf of Farmingdale - Major: Criminology
Jacklyn Schiano of East Islip - Major: Health Educ Certification K-12
Krista Sgambati of West Islip - Major: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Kyle Sharkey of SeafordMajor: Criminology
Emily Sperling of Bay Shore - Major: Business Economics
Creativity Through A Zen Mindset
“Creativity through a Zen Mindset” is a free workshop offered by the Adelphi NY Breast Cancer Program to women and men who have been affected by breast cancer. The inperson meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 16,
from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at Adelphi University in Garden City.
At the workshop participants will learn ways to achieve a “Zen mindset,” completing several art activities influenced by Japanese culture that
promote calmness, simplicity and self-growth. The group will work with a variety of techniques and mediums and will experience a guided Zen meditation. All levels of artistic ability are invited to join.
Facilitators are social worker Angela Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director of the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program, and artist Kimberly Newman, BFA, Marketing and Communications Director, Adelphi Breast Cancer
Program. Art supplies will be provided for all exercises. Space is limited to 50 participants and registration is required. To register, visit https://buff.ly/3IznPKO Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation
Marisa Triolo of East IslipMajor: Early Childhood and Childhood Education B-6
Jordyn Wolff of Bay ShoreMajor: Adolescence EducMath
Alexa Zuniga of North Babylon - Major: Sociology
SUNY Cortland is one of New York’s top public universities, offering a highvalue education spanning 68 undergraduate majors in diverse fields that include education, business economics, exercise science, sport management and biological sciences. This midsized institution, located in the geographic heart of New York state, provides a high quality of student life, outstanding faculty and extensive out-of-classroom educational experiences. Since 1868, it has offered students the educational experiences they need to turn their dreams into careers. Learn more at Cortland.edu.
email with event details. This forum is sponsored by The Junior Coalition of the Manhasset Women’s Coalition Against Breast Cancer, The Marilyn Lichtman Foundation and Northwell Health Cancer Institute
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