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The new Good Samaritan University Hospital is coming. And our South Shore community is about to get a whole lot better.
figures prominently in many holiday celebrations, and Chanukah is no exception. Latkes are considered a must-have in many households celebrating Chanukah, and there’s no shortage of recipes to try this holiday season. Those who want to take a more unique approach to latkes can consider air frying, which is a method of preparing popular fried foods that is credited with being healthier than traditional frying. Chanukah celebrants who find that appealing can try this recipe for “Potato Latkes” courtesy of Lines+Angles.
Directions:
1. Coarsely grate potatoes on a box grater; alternatively, use grater attachment on a food processor for uniform pieces.
2. Submerge potatoes in a bowl of cold water. Drain well and wring out in a clean dish towel to extract as much moisture as possible.
3. Beat eggs in a large mixing bowl with half the salt. Whisk in matzo meal and cornstarch or potato starch.
4. Add dried potato to egg mixture, stirring thoroughly to combine. Divide and shape into four large latkes, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
5. Dust with more cornstarch (or potato starch, whichever using), gently shaking or brushing off excess. Season with remaining salt.
6. Preheat air fryer to 380 F. Spritz basket with cooking spray before carefully arranging latkes in it.
7. Cook for 8 minutes. Turn and cook for a further 4 to 6 minutes until golden brown all over.
8. Remove from air fryer and let cool briefly before serving with a garnish of sour cream and chives.
Note: Alternatively you can fry in a greased frying pan for about 3 to 4 minutes per side till golden and crispy.


Makes 4 servings
3 large russet potatoes, peeled
2 eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons matzo meal
1 tablespoon cornstarch or potato
starch, plus extra for dusting
Cooking spray
Sour cream, to serve
1 tablespoon chives, snipped
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper


These two moms opened a spa. It had one big, beautiful effect on

Mery and Sindy always knew they wanted to open a spa to bring beauty to customers. Little did they know it would have the same effect on the community. And Business First was there. We provided $23,000 in grants to help with much-needed renovations so Mery and Sindy could bring their vision to life.* Now, not only does their spa impact clients in a beautiful way, it gives the community an economic lift as well.
*Incentives, grants, and savings will vary with every project.
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holiday season is a busy time of
From holiday shopping to readying the home for guests, there’s no shortage of things to accomplish in a relatively brief amount of time. Seasoned holiday enthusiasts may be ready to put their game faces on and tackle tasks with ease. But for first-time holiday hosts, the prospect of crossing items off to-do lists may require a little extra assistance.
According to Dr. Vanessa Kennedy, a clinical psychologist at Driftwood Recovery, holiday hosting can “lead to the pressure to curate picture-perfect moments, creating stress and anxiety.” The following are pointers those new to holiday hosting can employ to simplify the process and enjoy the holidays a little more.










to keep easy items on hand so guests can help themselves. Dry goods or pre-packaged muffins for breakfast, chips or pretzels for late-night snacks, granola bars, or store made croissants can fit the bill. Put everything in a dedicated basket so guests can grab items as needed. Stock the refrigerator with water, seltzer, iced teas, and sodas, and make a full pot of coffee in the morning so guests can pour their own.
• Avoid complicated cocktails. You don’t want to be stuck mixing drinks all evening. Instead, make it simple for guests to help themselves. Wine, beer, premade punches, or even one specialty drink are ideal.














• Do as much prep work in advance as possible. Giving yourself extra time to get things done can help immensely. Grocery shop one day, prepare food the next, clean the house one day, and set the table or arrange decor on another. Minor task can be left for the morning of the day guests arrive.
• Cook and freeze items. Utilize recipes that enable you to cook in bulk and then store foods until you need them. Casseroles, baked pasta dishes, freezable soups, and readyto-bake cookie doughs made in advance will save a lot of time closer to the holidays.
• Stock the pantry. If holiday hosting involves overnight guests, be sure
• Consider hiring a caterer. If the idea of a homecooked meal feels like climbing Mount Everest, swap out some items for store-bought alternatives, or work with a favorite restaurant or caterer to secure foods that only need to be reheated and served.
• Free up closet and room space. Guests will be coming with a lot of stuff, particularly if you live in a cold climate. Make room in the entry closet for guests’ coats and boots. Be sure you can accommodate suitcases or overnight bags. Set aside an area where guests can deposit their wrapped gifts.
Holiday hosting can be a whirlwind of activity, but novice hosts can quickly get into the swing of things.




































In celebration of World Kindness Day on Nov. 13, first grade students at Great Neck Road Elementary School in the Copiague School
create a colorful kindness quilt, symbolizing the importance of compassion and community. To begin the project, students read the book
encouraging discussions about what it means to be kind to others. Through interactive writing lessons, they brainstormed and created circle maps
kindness both in and out of school.
Each student then designed a quilt square illustrating one personal act of kindness. When assembled, the squares

First grade students at Great Neck Road Elementary School in the Copiague

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formed a large, vibrant paper quilt now prominently displayed in the hallway as a reminder that even small acts of kindness can have a positive impact. Through
this creative, hands-on project, students learned that together, their individual efforts can make a big difference one kind act at a time.






























































































By JoAnn Cilla
At the end of this month, many of us will gather with family and friends to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. We will also remember those who have gone before us, and those who are sick and less fortunate. It feels especially important this year to take time to reflect on what truly matters. The world seems loud, uncertain, and divided. Turn on the news or scroll through your phone, and you’ll find more than enough headlines to stir up anxiety or frustration. But if you look closer, past the noise, you will find countless acts of kindness, compassion, and community that remind us how much good still exists in the world. Right here in Lindenhurst, we see it every day: neighbors helping neighbors, local businesses supporting one another, and families

showing up for their children, their schools, and their town.
Gratitude has a quiet power. It doesn’t erase the challenges we face, but it changes how we experience them. When we focus on what we have, rather than what we’ve lost, we begin to notice the small, beautiful moments that might otherwise pass us by. A friendly wave from a neighbor, a teacher who goes the extra mile, or a
sunset at Venetian Shores that turns the water gold.
This month, I’m thankful for the same things I’ve always been thankful for…my family, good friends, and this wonderful community that continues to make Lindenhurst such a special place to live. It’s the people who make a town feel like home, and I see it every day in the faces of those who live and work here.
As Thanksgiving approaches, join me in taking a moment to breathe, to look around, and to appreciate what’s right in front of us. Gratitude may not change the world overnight, but it can absolutely change our world…how we see it, how we live in it, and how we treat one another. In uncertain times, that’s something worth holding on to. Happy Thanksgiving!






THURSDAY, NOV. 20th
6:00PM-7:45PM
PAUMANACKE GARDEN CLUB OF WANTAGH
Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Ave. in Wantagh. A demonstration of Autumn centerpieces and tablescapes to decorate the Thanksgiving table. Floral arrangements will be raffled off. Lite refreshments will be served after the demonstration. For more information contact paumanackegc@ gmail.com
FRIDAY, NOV. 21st
6:00PM-9:00PM, SATURDAY, NOV. 22nd and SUNDAY NOV. 23rd
11:00AM-5:00PM
ST. JAMES MODEL RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE
The parking lot for the Train Show is located at: 176 Mills Pond Road, St. James. There is a suggested donation, Adults $2.00, Children .50 *PLEASE NOTE: The St. James Model Railroad Club is not handicapped accessible* For more information call evenings 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732
SATURDAY, NOV. 22nd
9:30AM-3:00PM
HOLIDAY FAIR
Gift Basket Raffles & Chinese Auction, Boutique Items, Crafts, Granny’s Attic, Lunch Available. Santa Will Be Here! Community Presbyterian Church, 1843 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Free Admission / No Vendors. For more information, please call 631-242-0221
10:00AM–3:00PM THRIFT SHOP AND YARD SALE


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 information, please call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
Come one, Come all to St. Patrick’s Church, 305 Carll’s Path in Deer Park. New and slightly used clothes, shoes, jewelry, household items, books, vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, arts and crafts. Rent a table for $25.00. For more information, please call 631-242-7530
2:00PM-4:00PM RELIGION CONCERT
Give Me That Old Time Religion Concert featuring soprano soloist Kathryn Wilson. Come and enjoy a concert of those old hymns you rarely hear or sing anymore. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave., in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690 A free will offering will be taken.
SUNDAY, NOV. 23rd
10:00AM-3:00PM
HOLIDAY FAIR
2025 Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Holiday Fair at Memorare Caterers, 2183A Jackson Ave. in Seaford. Welcome the holiday season with this exciting event – including holiday shopping and lots of fun and festivities for the family! FREE photos with Santa 1100AM-1:00PM. Please bring a toy donation for a Free raffle. For more information, please call 516541-1443
TUESDAY, NOV. 25th
8:30AM
BUS TRIP TO WIND CREEK CASINO BETHLEHEM, PA
Hosted by Joseph Barry Columbiettes. $60 pp, includes the driver’s tip. $35 slot play. Please Arrive at 8:30 a.m. Return approx. 8:30 p.m. Parking: 999 So. Oyster Bay Road (dead end).
The National External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a high school equivalency diploma without the challenge of taking lengthy timed examinations. NEDP, is a competency based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home. Successful candidates
for NEDP include former ESL students, students who have been out of school for prolonged periods of time, or students who fare better without the structure of tests. This program is an alternative to other programs. Anyone interested should call Western Suffolk BOCES to meet with a counselor. Call 667-6000, Ext. 327 to register.
For more information, please call Barbara 516-935-5576
SATURDAY, NOV. 29th
10:00AM-4:00PM
SNOWFLAKE SALE AND WINTER OPEN HOUSE
The Bay Shore Historical Society annual Snowflake Sale and Winter Open House. Stop by their Small Business Saturday sale at 22 Maple Ave. in Bay Shore. Enjoy holiday deals and explore their historic Bay Shore exhibits.There will be a visit from Victorian Santa beginning at 11:00am; stop by with your camera for a free family photo opportunity. For more information, please call 631-665-1700, email: bayshohissoc@ optonline.net
SUNDAY, NOV. 30th
8:30AM-4:00PM CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Join us for the Ss. Cyril & Methodius Christmas Craft Fair in the church hall. 125 Half Hollow Road in Deer Park. Shop from a variety of vendors. Enjoy basket raffles, 50/50s, and festive treats while supporting local artisans. For more information, please call Mike Gonzalez at 917-705-5355
9:00AM-11:00AM
BREAKFAST W/SANTA
Brumidi Lodge: Sons & Daughters of Italy Includes: Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, Sausages Muffins, Coffee, Tea & Juice. Ages 3 & under FREE, 4-12 $12, 13+ $18 Bring your own camera for photos with SANTA Reservations & Info: Karen 631-9433622. 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park, www.sonsofitalyli.com


































Chocolate Christmas Cupcakes
Makes 12 cupcakes
a special time of year. This year, families can whip up this Lines+Angles recipe for “Chocolate Christmas Cupcakes” to make the holiday season a little more flavorful.
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Position oven 1. For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 375 F. Place 12 cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
2. Beat the butter in a mixing bowl until soft and light. Beat in both sugars and beat until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time until well blended. Sift in the flour, baking powder and cocoa and fold in gently until incorporated. Stir in the milk and chocolate chips.
4. Spoon into the paper cases and bake for 25 minutes until firm to the touch. Leave in the tins for 5 minutes, then place on a wire rack to cool completely.
5. For the chocolate topping: Put the cream and chocolate in a pan over a low heat until melted. Remove from the heat and allow to cool and thicken slightly.
6. Spoon onto the cupcakes and leave until almost set.
7. Roll out the white sugarpaste on a surface dusted with icing sugar. Cut out shapes to resemble snow and place on the cakes.
8. Roll out the green sugarpaste on a surface lightly dusted with icing sugar. Cut out 2 holly leaves for each cake with a holly shaped cutter or card template. Brush lightly with water and attach to the white sugarpaste.
9. Roll pieces of red sugarpaste into small balls for the “berries” and place on the cakes, as in the photo, attaching with a little water.
1 loaf crusty white or wheat bread, For the cakes:
8 tablespoons butter
1⁄3 cup caster sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄3 cup cocoa powder



1⁄2 cup milk
1 cup chocolate chips
For the chocolate topping:
2⁄3 cup heavy cream
1 cup chopped plain dark chocolate, 70 percent
To decorate: Icing sugar
8 ounces white sugarpaste
8 ounces green sugarpaste
4 ounces red sugarpaste









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The National Football League (NFL) was formed in 1920 as the American Professional Football Association (APFA). The first-ever NFL game was played at Triangle Park in Dayton, Ohio, on October 3, 1920. In that contest, the hometown Dayton Triangles defeated the Columbus Panhandles 14-0. Though the Dayton Triangles were eventually purchased by a Brooklyn-based syndicate and relocated to New York as a result of that transaction, the team’s status as the host of the first NFL game continues to pay dividends for residents of the southwestern Ohio city where the franchise ushered in the now wildly popular league. In recognition of the place the city of Dayton holds in NFL history, the NFL Foundation, in partnership with FieldTurf & Vasco, pledged to fund the installment of a new artificial turf at the city’s Kettering Park.
50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York 11726 Tel 631-691-1111 Fax 631-691-5098
Call for Copiague Yearbooks!
Do you have an old Copiague school yearbook laying around? Consider donating it to the library’s yearbook collection! We are specifically looking for yearbooks from 1967, 1973, 1988, 1990, 1991, 2000, 2016, 2019, and 2023.
Holiday Food Drive
Thru November 30
The Library is hosting a food drive to support the Ace Center Food Pantry in North Amityville. We can accept donations of non-perishable food in jars, cans and sealed packets. We cannot accept anything homemade, expired, past its “best by” date, or opened items.
Let’s Talk Turkey, Wild Turkeys
Thursday, November 20
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Explore the often-overlooked world of wild turkeys with professor Dr. Coby Klein. Find out about their unique behaviors, habits and vocalizations that may surprise you. Was the bird named after the country Turkey, or was the country named after the bird?
Registration is required.
One-on-One Medicare Counseling and Assistance
Friday, November 21
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register for a 30-minute
one-on-one appointment with a Suffolk County RSVP (Retired Senior Volun-teer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Pro-gram) to answer questions and provide information regarding Medicare health insurance, benefits, and savings programs. Registration is required.
Medicaid Enrollment
Assistance for the Aged, Blind and Disabled
Friday, November 21
2:00 - 6:00 PM
Representatives from the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will assist aged, blind and disabled patrons in enrolling in various Medicaid programs that may be available to them. Assistance will be given on a first come, first served basis. For more information, please call the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council at 631-963-4168. Registration is not required.
Evening Book Discussion
Monday, November 24
7:00 - 8:30 PM
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required.
SUPREME COURT COUNTY
OF Suffolk, The Board of Managers of the Anchorage Condominium, Plaintiff, vs. John A. Delucia, Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 18, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on December 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 301 Mariners Way, Unit #108, Copiague, NY 11726. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town
of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 191.01, Block 01.00 and Lot 108.000 together with an undivided 0.00513 percent interest in the Common Elements. Approximate amount of judgment is $22,448.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #625769/2024 and the Terms of Sale.
George Patsis, Esq., Referee Albanese & Albanese LLP, 1050 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, New York 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff
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Defensive Driving Saturday, November 29 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Save money on your car insurance! A $33.00 fee payable to Diana Wilbur APW (Accident Prevention Workshop) by check, money order or cash is due the day of class. Please arrive early to sign in. Late comers will not be admitted. Please bring a pen and your driver’s license. Registration is required.
Wealth Management 101 Wednesday, December 3 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Understanding the basics of wealth management is essential for building a secure financial future. Join Financial Advisor Ronald La Serra to discuss strategies to help protect your lifestyle from rising costs, common investing pitfalls, market overview and more. Registration is required.
“Kids Need More” Toy Donations Donations accepted until December 14 Drop off new and unwrapped toys at the donation box located by the Circulation Desk! The Kids Need More elves journey across Long Island to deliver gifts to children facing cancer and serious illnesses.

Hostshave free rein when it comes to planning a holiday menu. Despite that freedom, many hosts feel obligated to prepare some holiday season staples their guests will surely expect when they sit down at the dinner table.Stuffing is a dish many celebrants can’t wait to see on the holiday dinner table. For hosts trusted with preparing holiday meals, the beauty of stuffing lies in its versatility. A host of unique ingredients can be added to holiday stuffing without adversely affecting the popularity of this beloved side dish. In fact, adding some unique ingredients can make people love stuffing even more. Such could be the case with this recipe for “Pecan-Cherry Bread Stuffing” from Lines+Angles.

Through the generosity of the Church of St. Joseph, on Sunday, December 14th at 7:00 PM the renowned St. Joseph’s Choir and friends will once again present the traditional FREE concert at St. Joseph’s Church in Babylon Village. The renowned St. Joseph Choir has presented a yearly December concert for over 25 years raising more than
$100.000 for the benefit of the Mercy INN Soup Kitchen in Wyandanch. They will perform Handel’s MESSIAH and Bach’s Magnificat and more preceded by a moving candlelight procession. They are directed by Dr. Marie Drohan and accompanied by soloists, the Sophisticated Strings, trumpets, flute and harpsichord. The church
will be in darkness at 7:00 so early arrival is recommended. Donations are encouraged to benefit the soup kitchen-cash or check payable to The Mercy INN and may also be dropped off at the Parish Center-39 N. Carll Ave. Babylon Village NY time before or after the concert. the church office at 631-669-0068 for more information.

Makes 8 servings
1 loaf crusty white or wheat bread, cut into 3⁄4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for baking dish
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and diced
2 large celery stalks, rinsed, trimmed and diced
4 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Position oven racks in the middle and lower third of the oven. Arrange bread in a single layer on two rimmed baking sheets. Toast until dry and golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool.
2. Lightly butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until onion and celery are softened, about 7 minutes. Add cherries, pecans, sage, and fennel seed; cook, stirring for 1 minute. Transfer to a
1 cup packed dried tart cherries
1 cup roughly chopped toasted pecans
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 tablespoon crushed fennel seed
Coarse salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1⁄4 cup fresh chopped parsley
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
large bowl and season with salt and pepper.
3. Add parsley, eggs and bread to the cherry mixture; stir to combine. Add broth in two additions, stirring until absorbed. Season generously with salt and pepper; transfer stuffing to butter baking dish. Bake on middle rack until the top is deep golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes
Resting time: 5 minutes










