The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted their Hawaiian Installation & Awards Dinner at
Park. Congratulations to our newly installed Executive Officers: President - Robin Hepworth, First
Second Vice President - Sal Polito, Third Vice President - Janice Talento,
Karen Gawrych,
LoFaso. Congratulations to our newly installed Board of Directors: Robert Barrett, Lucrezia Falacara, Maria Guzzetta, Chris Merz, Annette Morreale, Jenna Muscarella, Stephen Parmiter, Isabelle Rapacciuolo, Tim Ryan, Gary Slavin, Keith Wilson, and Robert Zabbia. Thank you again to our outgoing President Robert Zabbia for his dedicated service over the past two years.
Lights Of Hope Remembrance Ceremony
To Honor Loved Ones Lost To An Overdose
YES Community Counseling Center’s Annual Lights of Hope Remembrance Ceremony is being held on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 7:00 pm. The ceremony will be held at YES Community Counseling Center’s Levittown office located at
152 Center Lane. Family members are invited to bring a small framed photo of their loved one for a candle lighting ceremony. This event provides a safe space for our community to remember loved ones for who they were. Let’s come
together to honor their lives.
Please see the attached flyer for registration link and QR code.
For more information, contact Kathleen Coletta, LCSW (516) 799-3203 x127 or email at kcoletta@ yesccc.org
Town Clerk LaMarca Announces
Special Marriage License Weekend July 27th And 28th
To increase convenience for residents, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca will host a special Marriage License Weekend on Saturday, July 27th, and Sunday, July 28th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Oyster Bay Town Halls North and South. During this weekend event, residents will have the opportunity to obtain their New York State marriage licenses. Appointments are required.
“I am delighted to offer this special Marriage License Weekend for our residents,” said Town Clerk Richard LaMarca.
“We understand that life’s busy schedules can make it challenging to obtain a marriage license during regular business hours. This weekend event is designed to provide
greater flexibility and convenience for couples preparing for their big day.”
The fee for a marriage license is $40. Once the license is issued, the ceremony may be performed anywhere in the state. A marriage license is good for sixty (60) days, beginning twentyfour hours (24) after the license is issued. For more information about the required documents and eligibility criteria for obtaining a New York State marriage license, please visit oysterbaytown. com or contact the Town Clerk’s office at 516-6246333.
The Marriage License Weekend will be held on Saturday, July 27th, and Sunday, July 28th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Appointments are available at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa, NY). To ensure efficient service and minimal wait times, appointments are mandatory. To make an appointment in Oyster Bay, please call 516-624-6335. To make an appointment in Massapequa, please call 516-797-7966.
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Dear Fellow Chambers Members and Residents of the Massapequas,
It is with immense pride and enthusiasm that I address you today as the President of the Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequas. My name is Robin Hepworth, and I have lived in Massapequa for over 30 years. I’m a small business owner, and I know first-hand just how special our community is. Massapequa is more than just the place we call home; it is a family unit with a unique sense of community and togetherness. As we all strive for progress and prosperity, it is our responsibility to ensure that we build a nurturing environment for the growth of vibrant businesses - businesses that not only enhance our local economy, but also enrich the lives of our families. I have been a proud member of the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce for over 10 years. If you’re already a member of our organization, I thank you for your ongoing support, and hope you’re active in attending our meetings and events. If you’re not yet part of the Chamber, please consider the many advantages of joining us as we continue to push forward for economic growth and prosperity. Together, we can all make Massapequa even better.
One of the many benefits of joining the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce is the great volunteer opportunities. Committee work offers an opening to make a true impact on the businesses and communities that the Chamber serves, while forging friendships with like-minded Chamber members. I have established so many good friendships through our Chamber over the years, and I hope you will too. Our next luncheon meeting is Thursday, August 22nd at 12:00 Noon at Burgerology in Massapequa. (Continue to check our website and e-mails for registration details.) Please join us, and register for one of our committees – we will have a sign-up sheet available for you at the meeting .
This summer has been wonderfully full and eventful for our Chamber, and even though my tenure as President has just begun, I have already had the privilege of connecting with many of our members. The Chamber was again invited to join in the Independence Day Parade by the Incorporated Village of Massapequa Park, and we were proud to march in celebration of our great nation. Many of our Chamber members participated as well, and excitedly marched with their new member benefit - a complimentary personalized member poster, which showcased to the community the many businesses that proudly represent our Chamber.
In addition, the Chamber also held a handful of Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies for our members, including the Grand Re-Opening Ceremony for Century 21 AA Realty (celebrating their beautiful new location at 896 North Broadway), as well as Grand Openings for Burgerology (4225 Merrick Road, Massapequa); Blooming Blossom Nails & Spa (5466 Merrick Road, Massapequa); and Khamdee Thai Kitchen (4887 Merrick Road, Massapequa Park.) Please support your fellow Chamber members and patronize these establishments. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend our Ribbon Cuttings!
Local businesses are truly the lifeblood of a community. My husband and I raised our two sons here in Massapequa - the boys kept us busy for many years with their various activities and programs, and this really opened my eyes to how important it is to support our local businesses. When we support small businesses, we are encouraging the growth of establishments that our families can proudly patronize.
As your President, I am here to listen, to collaborate, and to guide our Chamber to even greater heights. My door is always open, and I welcome your thoughts and ideas on how we can continue to elevate our business community. Thank you for the trust that you have placed in me to lead this esteemed organization. I am excited about the journey ahead, proud to work with this amazing group of Officers and Directors, and look forward to achieving great things together.
I hope you all enjoy the rest of the summer, stay heathy, and remember to Shop Local to Support your Local Businesses!
Sincerely,
Robin
Hepworth,
President Massapequa Chamber of Commerce
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024
The Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Proudly Hosted Our Hawaiian Installation & Awards Dinner At Patrizia’s In Massapequa Park.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY INSTALLED EXECUTIVE OFFICERS:
President - Robin Hepworth, First Vice President - Linda Rowse
Second Vice President - Sal Polito
Third Vice President Janice Talento
Treasurer - Karen Gawrych, Recording Secretary - Tom LoFaso
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWLY INSTALLED BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Robert Barrett, Lucrezia Falacara, Maria Guzzetta, Chris Merz, Annette Morreale, Jenna Muscarella, Stephen Parmiter, Isabelle Rapacciulolo, Tim Ryan, Gary Slavin, Keith Wilson, and Robert Zabbia.
Robin Hepworth
Autumn Romer Was This Years Winner Of The Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Member’s Child Scholarship Award
Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy & Town Of Oyster Bay Installed Our Executive Officers And Board Of Directors
Massapequa Welcomes Back Experience Athletic Leader
The Massapequa School District announces that Martin Voigt has been named the district’s interim director of physical education, health, athletics and recreation for the 202425 school year. Mr. Voigt worked in the district for more than three decades as an administrator, teacher and coach before retiring in 2021.
His career in Massapequa began in 1985 as a physical education teacher, and worked at Birch Lane, East Lake and Hawthorn elementary schools during his tenure. In 2001, he moved up to Massapequa High School to serve as the physical education chairperson and athletic coordinator for the main and Ames campuses. His responsibilities included overseeing the high school physical education curriculum and budget, staff development and athletic facility usage, conducting teacher
observations and evaluations, and serving as a liaison to the district athletic director.
As chairperson, Mr. Voigt spearheaded the creation of the high school’s selective physical education program which gave students more choice in their activities, introduced a personal fitness and wellness component to the program, and developed the online Pex and home instruction program for physical education.
Mr. Voigt is an accomplished coach in the district. He led the boys varsity basketball team to more than 300 victories in 28 seasons, along with four conference championships. He also served as junior varsity football coach for nine years and an assistant basketball coach at Hofstra University for eight years.
One of his proudest accomplishments was launching an annual alumni basketball game
to raise money for the Lustgarten Foundation, which funds pancreatic cancer research, in honor of his father.
Mr. Voigt is a Massapequa Hall of Fame inductee, a recipient of Adelphi University’s Department of Health and Sports Science Ronald Feingold Award, an administrator of the year honoree from Long Island’s Council of Administrators and Supervisors and a three-time winner of the Section VIII Coach of the Year award.
“I am looking forward to working with the physical education teachers and athletic coaching staff,” Mr. Voigt said of his new role, “and utilizing my 38 years of experience in both teaching and coaching. Massapequa’s physical education program is a model and our athletics is one of the most highly regarded programs in the state.”
MARTIN VOIGT - Martin Voigt returns to the Massapequa School District to serve as the interim director of physical education, health, athletics and recreation for the 2024-25 school year. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Community United Methodist Church BBQ Fundraiser
COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BBQ FUNDRAISER - On July 7th, Community United Methodist Church celebrated America’s independence and the Massapequa community with a BBQ Fundraiser open to the public. The heat didn’t spoil the fun as children bounced in a bounce house, traversed an obstacle course, had their faces painted, played games and did crafts. Hamburgers and hotdogs were cooking on the grill and ice cream kept everyone cool. Featured above from left to right are: Heidi, Katie & Ryan. All three attend Sunday School at CUMC. For more information about CUMC go to cumcmassapequa.org.
A Summertime Cold
Despite what people may believe, colds are not exclusive to the cold weather months and early spring. Although a person is more likely to catch a cold during the winter, it’s still possible to get a cold in the summer. During colder months, people tend to stay indoors in close proximity to others. That can make it easier for contagious cold viruses to spread. In addition, during the winter, the air is cold and dry, and these conditions are hospitable to cold viruses. In the summer, humidity can impede the common cold’s easy spread, but air conditioning units with recirculated air can reverse the protective nature of this humidity. Even though people may spend more time outdoors during the summer, on especially hot days they may retreat indoors to cool off. That’s when cold viruses can thrive. Symptoms of summer colds aren’t different from winter colds. However, the heat and humidity of the summer months can make a person feel miserable. Also, when cold symptoms keep people from fun summertime activities, it can seem more impactful than suffering in winter when there’s not much to do.
Marinate Meats Before Grilling
Grilling is a summertime tradition, but health-conscious grillmasters may want to marinate their meats before cooking them over an open flame. Heterocyclic aromatic amines (HAAs) are compounds that can form when meats are cooked over an open flame. HAAs are suspected carcinogens, but a 2008 study published in the Journal of Food Science found that, with a few exceptions, spice-containing marinades inhibited the formation of heterocyclic amines, thus providing reduced exposure to some of the carcinogens formed during grilling.
George Gershwin’s song “Summertime,” from “Porgy and Bess,” offers: Summertime and the livin’ is easy Fish are jumpin’ and the cotton is high Summer can be a magical season full of fresh air, warm days and nights, blooming flowers, and plenty of opportunities to spend time in the great outdoors. There are so many ways to fill summer days, and people are urged to maximize time spent outdoors during this time of year. Since the sun’s rays can be particularly harmful between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., protective clothing and sunscreen is recommended during this time; otherwise, people can engage in outdoor activities during times when the sun is less potent.
Those seeking some summertime recreation inspiration can consider
Outdoor Activities Ideal For Summertime
these activities.
• Family bike ride: Explore trails or bike paths in the area in advance, and then prepare bikes for an excursion. Bicycle riding is a great cardiovascular activity that people of all ages and fitness levels can enjoy. Try flat paths for beginners, and then build up the length and intensity of rides as experience is gained.
• Day at the beach: Some attest there is no more perfect place than the beach on a summer day. The waves lapping the sand, the birds calling in the air, and the sounds of children’s laughter and sunbathers’ chatter all combine to create a relaxing seaside symphony.
According to WebMD, the negative ions given off by the ocean can improve mood and add to the calming effect the beach provides.
• Backyard obstacle course: Construct an obstacle course in the backyard that everyone can try. It can include having to jump through tires; climb a jungle gym; run through a sprinkler; and crawl under a low-hung clothesline. Family members can compete to see who can finish the course in the least amount of time.
• Walk a boardwalk: Those lucky to live near a coast can spend an afternoon or evening strolling the boardwalk, enjoying the various fare and fun activities offered.
Many boardwalks have games of chance and small rides for kids. Adults may enjoy the restaurants, bars and shops. Of course, no trip to a boardwalk is complete without coming home with some saltwater taffy.
• Hike: In a survey of Americans 18 and older conducted by the National Recreation and Park Association, nearly 50 percent said going for a walk or hike was their favorite outdoor summer activity. Hiking requires very little to get started and can produce numerous opportunities to witness nature and get some exercise.
There’s no limit to the ways people can enjoy the great outdoors when the weather warms up.
Massapequa Coast Little League 11-Year-Old and 12-Year-Old Williamsport Tournament Teams Advance To The New York State Championships
The Massapequa Coast Little League once again have left their thumbprint on Long Island, capturing 2 Long Island Section Baseball Titles and advancing to the New York State Championships. The 11 Year old Williamsport All-Star Team and the 2 Year Old Williamsport All-Star Team each captured their respective District Championships and Long Island Finals Section Championships. For the Massapequa Coast, this is the 14th year of the last 15 years that they have had baseball teams represent the Massapequa Coast Community and Long Island in the New York State Finals. It’s an achievement unmatched by any little league in Long Island.
The 11-year-old All-Star Williamsport team is managed by Kevin Podmore, with Assistant Coaches Jon Henchy, Sean Graham, and Sean McDonough piloting their 12-man squad comprised of players strictly from the Massapequa’s, Nathaniel Broder, Jack Burke, Mason Graham, Quinn Hartmann, James Henchy, Jackson Lermayer, Dylan Lyons, Jaxon McDonough, Dominick Podmore, Colton Robitaille, Derek Schroeder and Thomas Solnick.
The 11-year-old team won the district championship going 4-1 with wins against Merrick/Bellmore, Seaford, and Massapequa International before defeating Massapequa International again in the championship game 6-5 on July 6th. The 11-yearold team then went on to win Sections again going 4-1 defeating Rockville
Centre twice and then Port Washington before winning the championship game on July 15th against Port Washington 7-0.
The Section Championship advances the 11-year-old All-Star Team to the New York State Championship hosted in the Bronx this year, which will pit the top 8 teams in the State
against each other as one team seeks a berth in the Regionals.
The 12 Year Old AllStar Williamsport Team managed by Bryan Love, with Assistant Coaches Nick Garland and Craig Garland piloted their 11 man squad also comprised of strictly Massapequa locals Matthew Franzese, Joseph LaBella, Ryan Love,
Daniel Moreno, Charles Puricelli, Keane Rimler, Michael Santopietro, Chase Santoro, Ryan Scarry, Chase Vetro and Jackson Walsh.
The 12-year-old Team, won the District Championship going 3-0 in defeating Seaford LL, Merrick/Bellmore LL, and then dramatically capturing the District Championship with
a come-from-behind victory on July 6th vs their cross-town rivals Massapequa International LL in a 4-2 victory.
The 12s then again went 3-0 in the Long Island Section Finals defeating Garden City LL 10-0, then d efeating Oceanside 2-0, and then winning the Section Championship on July 16th in a 5-3 Victory over
Port Washington LL. The Section Championship advances the 12-year-old Coast AllStars to the New York State Championship pitting the top Little League teams in the State against each other. The tournament this year is hosted by South Shore LL in Staten Island with the winner advancing to the Regionals in Bristol.
Silver&Fit Healthy Aging Program
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Free Child ID Card Program
and quickly. The Nassau County DA’s Operation Safe Child program provides parents with an identification card for their children containing pertinent physical information to give law enforcement officials a head start on a missing child. Information on each card includes the child’s name, birthdate, age, gender, hair and eye color, height and weight, fingerprints, and a high-resolution digital photo. For more information on this program, please contact Assemblyman Durso’s district office at (516) 541-4598. No appointment necessary.
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 on Saturday, July 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 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. When a child goes missing, every moment is precious. Law enforcement needs accurate information
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SATURDAY, JULY 27
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 at the South Shore Mall in Bay Shore. Limited engagement. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/
9:30AM - 2:30PM
MEDITATION SATURDAY: RETREAT FOR BODY, MIND, & SOUL
The Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 79 County Line Road in Amityville will be hosting Meditation Saturday: Retreat For Body, Mind, & Soul. A day of rejuvenation, with stress-reducing and inspirational workshops designed to provide a welcome oasis in your busy week. For more information, please call 631-822-7979; infotristate@sos.org To Register: sos.org/location/amityville
10:00AM-2:00PM 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. No appointment necessary. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Durso’s district office at 516-541-4598.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
2:00PM
FREE BEATLES ON THE BALCONY CONCERT: THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE
First ever free concert outdoors on LIMEHOF terrace featuring Beatles tribute band. 97 Main Street, Stony Brook. For more information, please call Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame 631-689-5888 or visit info@ limusichalloffame.org
3:30PM
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!
MONDAY, JULY 29
6:00PM – 7:30PM PAINT NIGHT: SUMMER SUNFLOWERS
The Babylon Public library, 24 S. Carll Ave. in Babylon, will be hosting a Paint Night: Summer Sunflowers. Join local artist Kathy Reccardi as she teaches participants step-by-step how to paint an arrangement of sunflowers. No painting experience needed. Nonrefundable $5 fee due at registration. For more information, please call 631-669-1624. Email: info@ babylonlibrary.org, Website: www. babylonlibrary.org
TUESDAY, JULY 30
12:15PM
FREE BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES
LADY BLUE SAX
Tuesdays at the Bay Shore Band Shell 80 East Main St, in Bay Shore. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/ for additional shows.
7:30PM MOVIES ON THE FARMINGDALE VILLAGE GREEN
Enjoy free movies Tuesday nights on the Farmingdale Village green, 361 Main Street. Movies start at dusk, preceded by cartoons. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Movies will be shown through August 20 (weather permitting). For more information, please call 516-249-0093 or visit http:// www.farmingdalevillage.com/
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
PLEASE ARRIVE at 8:30AM
RETURN approx. 8:30PM BUS TRIP TO WIND CREEK CASINO St. Ignatius Loyola Church in Hicksville is hosting a Bus trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA. Cost: $55 per person, which includes the driver’s tip Give back: $35 slot play. For more information, please call Barbara at 516-935-5576 or Karen at 516-937- 5527. Please make checks payable to “St. Ignatius Church”. The first to pay is the first on the bus.
7:30PM
SUSPIRIA - SCREENING AND Q&A
Author / film critic Maitland McDonagh hosts SUSPIRIA at Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave. in Huntington. $16 public | $10 members. Horror-film maven Maitland McDonagh, author of Broken Mirrors/Broken Minds: The Dark Dreams of Dario Argento, hosts a screening and Q&A for Argento’s masterpiece Suspiria (Italy, 1977), considered to be one of the most terrifying and stylized horror films of our time. For more information, please call 631-423-7610, or visit cinemaartscentre.org/
Art League Of Long Island Launches Summer Pre-College Portfolio Program For Aspiring Artists
The Art League of Long Island is excited to announce its Annual Summer PreCollege Portfolio Program, an immersive art experience designed for dedicated high school students. This innovative program aims to equip young artists with the skills and creative strategies necessary to produce impressive works of visual art, which are essential for college and university art program applications.
The Summer Pre-College Portfolio Program this year offers three intensive sessions:
· Session 1: This session is already in progress.
· Session 2: July 30 - August 9, Tuesday to Friday, 10 am - 3 pm
· Session 3: August 13August 16, Tuesday to Friday, 10 am - 3 pm
The program is structured to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the portfolio development process. Participants will learn the goals and techniques of creating a college-ready portfolio through individual and group critiques, technical skill development, and compositional strategy workshops.
On the first day of class, students are expected to
bring their strongest art pieces for a “portfolio so far” critique. Additionally, they should bring 5-7 well-loved objects for observational studies. All participants must submit a completed Medical Form before the start of their session.
During the two-week sessions, students will engage in a variety of studio projects, including:
· Figure Drawing: Charcoal
· Found Object Sculpture: Mixed media and alternative materials
· Interior Perspectives: Ink and watercolor
· Skeletal Studies: Pastel
· Observational Painting·
Cubism Portraits
Introducing new this year, a one-week session, where students will focus exclusively on figure drawing, mastering both short and long poses while exploring different mediums.
Throughout these sessions, students will have the opportunity to showcase their work in the Pre-College Portfolio Development Exhibition, held at the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery throughout the Program, ending on August 17, 2023. There will be a closing exhibition reception that will take place from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This year’s participants in the program will be join us from Dix Hills, Lloyd Harbor, East Norwich, Northport, East Northport, Centerport, Bellmore, West Islip, and Huntington.
Instructor
The program will be led by Stephanie Folk, a seasoned artist and educator with a BFA from Syracuse University and an MS in Art Administration from Drexel University.
Stephanie has extensive experience in the NYC gallery industry and has been teaching portfolio
development for many years. She is currently an AP and Studio Arts teacher at North Shore Hebrew Academy HS and has previously served as an adjunct professor at the University of Tampa. Stephanie is actively involved in the Huntington art community, organizing monthly figure drawing nights and offering private lessons for college art portfolio preparation. Follow her on Instagram @ slysartandstuff for updates on her work and upcoming exhibitions.
About The Art League of Long Island
The Art League of Long Island is a not-for-profit organization, established in 1955, dedicated to broadening public access to the arts and enhancing the quality of life for Long Islanders through the visual arts. The League offers a wide range of classes, workshops, and exhibitions for artists of all ages and abilities.
For more information or to register for the Summer Pre-College Portfolio Program, please visit www. artleagueli.org or contact the Art League of Long Island at 631-462-5400.
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Athletes Of All Ages Stay Active At Massapequa Sports Camps
The future of Massapequa High School athletics is bright, which is evidenced by the hundreds of children participating in the district’s summer sports camps throughout July. The youngsters are learning the foundational and teamwork skills needed to succeed in multiple sports from today’s coaches and athletes.
The camps, most running for five days but some spanning several weeks, include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, field hockey, football, gymnastics, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, speed and agility, track and field, volleyball and wrestling. Each session is led by varsity and junior varsity coaches, and supported by high school athletes and even some recent graduates.
“I like working with the kids, seeing them have
fun making the experience the best for them,” said incoming ninth grader
Sienna Erker, a volunteer at the girls basketball camp. She has been mostly working with children at passing and shooting stations.
Due to high demand, this year’s girls basketball camp was expanded to include students entering second and third grades, while continuing to serve grades 4-8. Sienna said that for the elementary students, they get to meet children from other schools who could become their teammates in a few years on Berner Middle School’s modified teams.
The cheerleading camp also grew this summer because of increasing popularity, with a morning session for grades K-2 and an afternoon program for grades 3-8.
Kira Bettineschi, the junior
varsity cheerleading coach and assistant coordinator for the summer program, said the younger children learned basic motions and light stunts. With the help of high school cheerleaders, each group put together a short, two-minute routine to show their parents on the last day of camp. The older participants in camp created a competition-ready routine, as the goal was to give them as close to a high school cheerleading experience as possible.
The baseball camp runs for several weeks at the high school, where children travel from station to station to learn skills like bunting, hitting, fielding, baserunning
and pitching. They are guided by current and former athletes from Massapequa baseball.
“All I did when I was younger was play baseball,” said 2022 graduate Tim Dorman, who attended the camp as a kid and still serves as a counselor.
Tim said his goal is to make camp has fun as possible for the children, so they are excited to learn the fundamentals of baseball. He usually has them play games related to a skill because “anything you turn into a competition for them, they love.”
At the girls lacrosse camp at Berner Middle School, students would spend the
first half learning different skills and techniques, enjoy a snack, then close out the morning with scrimmages to put their knowledge into practice.
Incoming sixth grader Marissa Cafiero said she signed up for the camp to get better at the sport, learn the rules and stay active during the summer. Charley Dittenhoefer, also a sixth grader, participated in the girl lacrosse camp for the third time and enjoyed getting to know other players.
“This helps me get better and it’s fun,” she said. “I want to make Massapequa’s lacrosse teams in the future.”
Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Volunteers Sienna Erker, left, and Brooke Schneidler worked with students in grades 2-4 at the girls basketball camp, part of Massapequa’s Summer Sports Skills program.
Girls lacrosse players did an activity that helped them keep the ball secure in their sticks as they ran across the field.
Young cheerleaders worked on a short routine to showcase to their parents at the end of the week-long camp.
At the speed and agility camp for high school students, participants did drills that would help them with their conditioning for any sport.
