Long Island’s largest and most premier car show experience returns to TOBAY Beach on Sunday, October 5th, from 11am to 4pm. “Car Show Long Island” features hundreds of automobiles, trucks, military vehicles, and emergency service vehicles. A rain date of Saturday, October 12th has been arranged. For more information, visit www. carshowli.com, call (516) 7974121 or e-mail carshowli@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
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THURSDAY, OCT. 2nd
7:00PM
HILARIOUS HYPNOTIST SHOW
(Doors open 6:30) Includes Complimentary Brumide Bento Snack Box, Coffee/Tea, Dessert, Cash Bar & Raffles. No one embararssed or insulted. All ages welcome. For more information, please call Antonietta 631-617-7945 or Pat 631-922–0225. Constantino Brumidi Lodge (Sons & Daughters of Italy) 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park
SATURDAY, OCT. 4th
8:00AM-2:00PM
INDOOR MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Tables still available. Food, Thrift Shop, Antiques and more. 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631226-8690
1:30PM
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 210 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. Event is on Rectory Front Lawn (in case of inclement weather go to the school auditorium) All four or two legged pets and their owners are invited to the Annual Animal Blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assis Hospitality to follow. For more information call: 631-226-7725
2:00PM
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
The community is invited to bring their creatures, great and small, live or stuffed, to be blessed at the Farmingdale United Methodist
13th - COLUMBUS DAY
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY 31st - HALLOWEEN
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
Church, 407 Main Street in Farmingdale. For more information please call 516 694-3424
MONDAY, OCT. 6th
4:00PM-7:00PM
VETERANS RESOURCE FAIR
Brookhaven Town and the Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency are hosting the Second Annual Veterans Resource Fair at Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville. Do not miss this important opportunity to connect with organizations offering essential programs and services for veterans. For more information, please call the Department of General Services at 631-451-6331
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8th
12:00PM-4:00PM
SENIOR CITIZEN FALL FEST LUNCHEON
Join The New Serenaders at The Irish Coffee Pub for a Fall Fest Luncheon Party. Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, drink, singing, and dancing fun. Included will be a 3-course meal with choice of entree, unlimited beer, wine, soda, dessert, coffee, tea, music, and more. The Irish Coffee Pub is located at 131 Carleton Ave. in East Islip. For more informaton, please call 631-2770007
THURSDAY, OCT. 9th
7:00PM
HISTORY OF WANTAGH
Tom Watson of the Wantagh Preservation Society will talk on the History of Wantagh. Seaford Historical Society, at the museum 3890 Waverly Ave. in Wantagh.
For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi 516-783-8629
6:45PM-8:30PM
BOY SCOUT TROOP 1 INTEREST NIGHT
St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church 39 N. Carll Ave, Babylon Village. Are you a young man that is looking for adventure, personal challenge and community service? Come and meet the Scouts of Troop 1 Babylon and find out what we do to cover those goals. For more information, please call 631-290-1314
7:00PM
LINDENHURST HOMEMAKERS EVENING GROUP at the North Amityville Senior Center 48 Cedar Rd. in Amityville. (off of New Hwy.) Open to all, 18 years old & up. Meetings start at 7:00pm, new members should arrive 15 min. early. For more information, please call Lisa LeBrie 516-413-7467
SATURDAY, OCT. 11th
1:00PM-6:00PM
ANNUAL BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER Division 2 of the AOH will be hosting its annual Breast Cancer Fundraiser, at the Irish Cultural Center in Babylon Village. This event supports two vital community organizations - the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition and the West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition - which provide direct assistance to local individuals and families affected by this devastating disease. For more information, call Ron Rice, Chairman, 631-335-7191, ronrice107@gmail. com, Lucinda Lauro-Rooney, CoChair, Lucindadiv2@gmail.com
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board, in partnership with the EAC Network, invite residents to a Child Car Seat Safety Check on Tuesday, October 14th , from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Marjorie Post Park (451 Unqua Road, Massapequa). The rain date is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15th.
Every year, countless children are injured or killed in motor vehicle accidents due to improperly installed car seats. National statistics show that as many as 3 out of 4 car seats are not installed correctly - a preventable mistake that can have devastating consequences.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “Motor vehicle crashes are the number one cause of death for children. Child car seats
are proven to drastically reduce the chance of fatal injuries, but only if installed properly. Our goal is to give parents peace of mind by ensuring their car seats are safe and secure. I encourage every parent and caregiver to take advantage of this free safety check.”
Trained technicians will be on-site to inspect
car seats, provide handson guidance, and ensure each child passenger is riding as safely as possible.
Appointments are required. Call (516) 6246308 today to schedule your spot—spaces fill quickly. Together, we can help keep our community’s children safe.
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Andrew Monteleone announced that the popular Toddler Arts & Crafts Program will be offered again this fall, beginning on October 7th. This 6-week program offers classes at the Town’s Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage and at the Hicksville Athletic Center, and is open to children ages 2 through 4.
“The Town’s Toddler Arts & Crafts Program is a wonderful way to help support your toddler’s development through nurturing their artistic expression,” said Councilman Monteleone. “Classes will certainly fill up quickly as this program offers children an opportunity to meet others their age and explore their creativity. Highlights of the program include holiday crafts and ceramics.”
The Toddler Arts & Crafts Program begins October 7th and is 6 weeks in duration. Residents who sign their toddler up for the program must choose one class per week, per child. Classes will take place on:
Tuesdays at 10:00 am for two-year-olds, and 11:00 am for three-andfour-year-olds at the Hicksville Athletic Center in Hicksville; Wednesdays at 10:00 am for two-year-olds, and 11:00 am for three-and-fouryear-olds at the Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage; Thursdays at 10:00 am for two-year-olds, and 11:00 am for three-and-fouryear-olds at the Ice Skating Center Community Room in Bethpage.
Registration will take place online through the Parks Portal available at oysterbaytown.com/
portal. Space is limited –first-come, first-served. Registration will close when the program reaches full capacity.
Each class is approximately 45 minutes. The cost of the program is $35 per child who is a Town resident, and $45 per child whose caregiver is a Town resident but not the child. The child’s birth certificate and a tax or utility bill will be required to validate age and proof of residency. A guardian must be present during the class. A smock and supplies will be provided with enrollment. The final day to request a refund for this program will be October 17, 2025.
The Toddler Arts & Crafts Program is run by the Town’s Parks Department, Recreation Division. For information, please call (516) 797-7945.
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will return this October with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.
“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilman Hand. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”
Scheduled performances for October and November include:
• Something Special Big Band on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – “Swinging in the 21st Century!” One of the finest nostalgia/jazz swing bands in the New York-Tri-State area. 18-piece ensemble.
Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes
Jeffrey Pravato reminds residential property owners that it is essential to notify his office upon satisfying their mortgage.
In addition, Receiver Pravato encourages residents who recently purchased a home, condominium or coop unit, or recently refinanced, to be sure that notification in writing is sent to Jeffrey P. Pravato, Receiver of Taxes, 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY 11771-1539 or email receiveroftaxes@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
“This will ensure that tax bills are
received promptly by the homeowner,” said Tax Receiver Pravato.
“A homeowner relying on a bank, attorney, or Nassau County to notify the Tax Office may find there is a delay in billing the homeowner directly, which can lead to the imposition of a late payment penalty.”
“When writing, property owners should include the legal property description, including the school district, section, block, and lot numbers, as well as the name and address to whom tax bills should be directed. In the case of condominiums, the building and unit number
should be noted,” added Tax Receiver Pravato.
Residents may also report their information in person by visiting the Office of the Receiver of Taxes at Town Hall North at 74 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay or Town Hall South at 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa. Both offices are open daily from 9:00 am to 4:45 pm to assist residents.
Property owners residing in incorporated villages must also notify their village assessor.
Homeowners requiring further assistance should contact the Office of the Receiver of Taxes at (516) 624-6400.
• 4 Ways From Sunday on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – A lively program of time-tested classic hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s.
• Tom Pappas & The Gavrieli Trio on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Massapequa Public Library – Performing American standards and jazz.
• Just Sixties on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Hicksville Public Library – A multi-media retrospective of the 1960’s with sing-a-longs and trivia questions.
• Gino Di Napoli on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – Gino sings “O Sole Mio,” “Quando, Quando, Quando,” “My Way,” and many, many more!
• The Golden Tone Orchestra
on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – 18 musicians who have been playing jazz and swing standards for more than six decades.
• Gene Casey & The Lone Sharks on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Local country, rockabilly legend Gene Casey and his musical entourage present a show of favorites and originals. Open to all. Free tickets required. Registration begins Oct. 22nd. Visit: https://syosset. librarycalendar.com/events/ month and select the date of the concert and register.
• Savannah Sky on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Bethpage Public Library – Playing the best of classic country, western swing, folk-rock, and so much more!
The Massapequa School District is proud to announce that three students have been selected as 2025 All-State musicians.
Senior Gerrit Dabovich and junior Sophia Rose Alfieri will attend the New York State School Music Association’s All-State music festival in December, while senior Gianna Attison has been named an alternate.
Gerrit will play the clarinet in the honors Wind Ensemble and Sophia Rose will sing with the Mixed Chorus. Gianna is an alternate for the chorus.
Students attending the NYSSMA All-State Music Festival in Rochester, N.Y. will rehearse with other talented high school student-musicians, followed by a culminating performance at the Eastman Theater. They also will learn from accomplished musicians and educators in
various workshops.
Director of Fine and Performing Arts Vincent Green, band directors Eva Arnold and Andrew Dwork, and chorus teachers Ilena
Dempsey and Nichole Greene congratulate Gerrit, Sophia Rose and Gianna on this accomplishment.
Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Tom Hand announce that the Town will once again partner with the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club to host a Peanut Butter Collection Drive to help replenish local food pantries. Beginning October 1st, residents are invited to donate new, unopened and sealed peanut butter to help support local families in need. Drop-off containers are located at Town Halls North and South, as well as at the Town Ice Skating Center. Alternative butters, including sun butters, almond butters and cookie butters, as well as jelly, are also accepted.
“We are proud to once again partner with this great organization to help ‘spread the love’ and stock local food pantry shelves with this very popular product,” said Supervisor Saladino.
“Peanut butter is among the most highly requested food items at local food banks as it has a long shelf life, provides many nutrients and doesn’t require refrigeration. We thank the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club for again putting our local communities first with this wonderful initiative.”
The Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club mission is to provide and encourage involvement in education, charitable and social programs for the men of local communities, and to support the local and wider community with activities and contributions.
Drive will run from October 1st through November 15th. Drop off bins are located during regular business hours at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa) and the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage).
“Our organization works tirelessly to help the local and greater community, and we wouldn’t have the success we have without great partners in government like the Town of Oyster Bay,” said Tom Sabellico, president and founder of the Men’s Club. “This very popular food drive is appreciated by many food banks, who have expressed they particularly like peanut butter thanks to it being easy to use, it keeps a long time, provides a variety of nutrients, is high in protection and is enjoyed by all age groups.”
“The Massapequa-Farmingdale Men’s Club has been assisting members of local communities and foodbanks for several years, and we’re thrilled to partner with them on such initiatives,” said Councilman Hand.
The Peanut Butter Collection
For more information about the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club and their mission, visit www. massapequafarmingdalemensclub.com. For more information about the Peanut Butter Collection Drive and other Town programs, visit the Town’s website at www.oyster baytown.com or call (516) 624-6380.
With hurricane season entering peak activity, PSEG Long Island reminds customers to prepare ahead of time for disasters and emergencies.
“Natural disasters and other emergencies can disrupt access to goods and services that support our day-to-day lives. Taking the time to prepare and having a plan limits the negative impact an emergency has on your household,” said David Lyons, interim president and COO of PSEG Long Island. “The safety of our employees, customers and contractors has always been PSEG Long Island’s top priority, and we partner with groups like the United Way to help spread the word.”
PSEG Long Island’s ongoing system improvements and enhancements to the grid help provide electric
reliability to Long Island and the Rockaways throughout the year.
Here’s how customers can prepare for a severe storm and other emergencies:
• Ensure you have a battery-powered radio and fresh batteries.
• Check your supply of flashlights, blankets, nonperishable food and bottled water.
• Create an emergency communications plan.
• Develop an evacuation plan.
• Charge your cell phones, tablets and other mobile devices.
• Make sure to have cash available. Banks may be closed or inaccessible after a storm.
• Fill up your vehicle’s fuel tank.
• Bring in unsecured objects and furniture from patios and
balconies.
• Compile a list of emergency phone numbers, including PSEG Long Island’s 24hour Electric Service number: 1-800-4900075.
• Discuss storm and lightning safety with your family. Visit psegliny.com/ safetyandreliability/ stormsafety for safety tips, YouTube safety videos and more.
• Follow PSEG Long Island on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for updates before, during and after the storm.
• Be aware that downed wires should always be considered “live.” Do not approach or drive over a downed line, and do not touch anything it might be in contact with. If a wire
falls on or near your car, stay inside the car, call 911 and do not get out until PSEG Long Island de-energizes the line. If you MUST exit the vehicle because it is on fire, jump as far as possible away from the vehicle, with both feet landing on the ground at the same time, and hop or shuffle away.
PSEG Long Island understands the critical need for power when life-support equipment is in use. While it is the customer’s responsibility to plan ahead to meet their medical needs if the power goes out, eligible customers can receive enhanced notifications by enrolling in the Critical Care Program. When there is severe weather, PSEG Long Island will stay in touch
with these customers and make every effort to restore power as soon as possible. However, there may be circumstances when timely restoration is difficult, particularly in the case of a severe storm, and participation in the Critical Care Program does not guarantee priority power restoration.
Customers can visit https://www.psegliny. com/Outages/Storm PrepandRestoration/ criticalcareprogram to learn more.
• Download the PSEG Long Island mobile app to report outages and receive information on restoration times, crew locations and more.
• To report an outage and receive status updates via text,
text OUT to PSEGLI (773454) or visit us online at psegliny. com/outages.
• To report an outage or downed wire call PSEG Long Island’s 24hour Electric Service number: 800-4900075.
• Follow PSEG Long Island on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) to report an outage and for updates before, during and after a storm.
• Visit PSEG Long Island’s outage information across Long Island and the Rockaways online at mypowermap.psegliny. com.
For more information about planning for emergencies, visit www. bereadyli.org.
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Tom Hand announce the Town’s S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Homeowners Cleanup programs will hold their final drop-off days this October. Residents can drop off materials at the Old Bethpage Solid Waste
Disposal Complex, located at 101 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Road in Old Bethpage.
Homeowners Cleanup Day - Sunday, October 4th from 8:30am – 4pm:
residents can bring nonhazardous waste only, including: air conditioners; all e-waste; campers; boats and boat trailers (proof of ownership required -
oil, gas, other fluids and batteries removed); clean, broken concrete; large metal items; propane tanks and propane torches; tires; and yard waste.
“The fall season often brings with it the cleaning of our yards and winter preparation, and many residents may have significant amounts of non-hazardous debris to dispose,” said Councilman Hand. “Residents can bring items such as used tires, fence posts, clean broken concrete or yard waste to our Homeowners Cleanup, as well as unwanted documents to be disposed in a safe and secure manner
through our free shredding services.”
Free Paper Shredding Services - Sunday, October 4th from 8:30am – 4pm: provides residents an opportunity to destroy unwanted documents in a safe and secure manner. Residents only, no businesses, can bring up to four bankers’ boxes of paper to the shredding program. Residents can bring up to four bankers’ boxes of paper for the Town’s paper shredding program, held during Homeowners Cleanup Day
S.T.O.P. program -
Sunday, October 18th from 9am – 4pm: collects various
hazardous materials, including: asbestos material (double bagged); automobile batteries; automobile tires (with or without rims); brake and transmission fluids; drain and oven cleaners; fire extinguishers; fares; fluorescent bulbs; gasoline; pesticides and insecticides; oil-based and latex paint; outdoor gas grill propane tanks; photo chemicals; rechargeable and button batteries; small aerosol cans; smoke detectors; solvents; spot removers; thermostats; waste motor oil and antifreeze; and wood preservatives.
“Improperly disposing of products such as waste
oil, oven cleaner or paint thinner could contaminate your water supply,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Anything poured on the ground or put into cesspools, storm drains, or recharge systems can work its way down to the aquifer or our waterways.”
The Town’s S.T.O.P. and Homeowners programs are open to residents within the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal District. Proof of residency is required. For more information, including a full list of what is accepted at these programs, visit www. oysterbaytown.com/cleanup or call (516) 677-5848.
Councilwoman Vicki Walsh and Town Clerk Rich LaMarca are seeking volunteers to help plant and maintain the Town of Oyster Bay’s Rain Gardens, which are a critical element of the Town’s pollution prevention strategy. During the Rain Garden Work Party scheduled for Saturday, October 11th, volunteers are needed to assist with weeding, raking, pruning, mulching, and transplanting existing
rain gardens, while learning about the environmental benefits these structures offer.
The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Western Waterfront in Oyster Bay.
flooding, and providing
collection of native plants placed in a small depression to temporarily hold rainwater runoff from roofs, driveways, patios, or lawns. They have numerous environmental benefits, such as filtering pollutants, reducing
Volunteers are invited to the Rain Garden Work Party on Saturday, October 11th, from 9:00
am to 12:00 pm at the Western Waterfront, located at 1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay (Larrabee entrance of TR Park, to the left). This event will be held in partnership with Friends of the Bay and the Nassau County Soil and Water Conservation District. All volunteers should bring gloves, and community service hours will be offered to participants. As an added bonus,
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participants can learn how to apply for the new Long Island Garden Rewards program, which offers up to a $500 reimbursement for installing rain gardens and incorporating native plants on your property.
“From helping to capture runoff so it does not pollute our waterways to preventing the breeding of mosquitoes, rain gardens have a tremendously positive impact on our environment and water quality. We hope to see you on October 11th at the Western Waterfront to help maintain these gardens,” added Town Clerk LaMarca.
For more information on the Rain Garden Pollution Prevention Initiative or Rain Garden Work Party, please call the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Environmental Resources at (516) 677-5730 or email environmental@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
The Orthodox Church offers you the authentic Christian Tradition maintained without innovation since Apostolic times, which fulfills life on a daily basis, not just on Sunday. We welcome all people seeking a community rooted in the oldest Christian Church
with an emphasis on Holy Scripture, Holy Tradition, liturgical and prayer life, and traditional Christian values. The Divine Liturgy is celebrated every Sunday at 9:30 AM (Hours at 9:00 AM) at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. Coffee hour
follows the Divine Liturgy. Services are also streamed on https://www.facebook. com/htocem. All services are conducted in English. Additional information and schedules can be found on the parish website, www. htocem.org, or by email, htocem@gmail.com.
