July 17, 2024 Seaford by Long Island Media Group

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VETERAN SPECIAL EDUCATOR

HONORED

Dawn Haskell-Carbone, Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired, and Curriculum Coordinator for the Nassau BOCES Vision Program, and Seaford resident is being recognized as one of the most devoted supporters of public education on Long Island. Ms. Haskell-Carbone is among 14 honorees to receive the 2024 Nassau BOCES Education Partner award, bestowed annually on those individuals and organizations that have had a profound effect on education in Nassau County.

Homeowners Cleanup & Hazardous Material Days for Summer 2024

Free Paper Shredding Services Available During Homeowners Cleanup

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Steve Labriola announce the Town’s S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Homeowners Cleanup Days for summer 2024. During these programs, residents can drop off materials at the Old Bethpage Solid Waste Disposal Complex, located at 101 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Road in Old Bethpage.

S.T.O.P. program

- Saturday, August 10th 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.”

Homeowners Cleanup

Days – Saturday, July

27th & August 24th from 8:30am – 4pm: collects non-hazardous waste only, including: air conditioners; all e-waste; campers; boats and boat trailers (proof of ownership requiredoil, gas, other fluids and batteries removed); clean, broken concrete; large metal items; propane tanks and propane torches; tires; and yard waste.

“Many of our residents take the opportunity to clean out their yards in the summer months and may have large amounts of non-hazardous debris to dispose,” said Councilman Labriola. “Residents can bring items such as used tires, fence posts, clean broken concrete or yard waste to our Homeowners Cleanup.”

Free Paper Shredding Services - Saturday, July 27th & August 24th 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.

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) 6775848.

JULY HAPPENINGS

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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! A fun, free block party for the whole family. Enjoy live music, local vendors and outdoor dining. Rain date: 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.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

11:00AM and 1:00PM

SHED THE MEDS & NARCAN TRAINING EVENT

Narcan Training starts promptly at 11:00 a.m. inside the Fire Department. Shed The Meds runs 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, in partnership with Suffolk County Legislators Kevin McCaffrey and Steve Flotteron, Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney and the West Babylon Fire Department are sponsoring the drive thru Shed The Meds and free Narcan Training event at the West Babylon Fire Department at 126 Arnold Avenue in West Babylon. Registration is required. Call Assemblyman Durso’s ofﬁce at 516-541-4598 to reserve your seat.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

thru SUNDAY, JULY 21

Check Website For Times GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL Shorefront Park, Patchogue

Come enjoy this music, art and cultural event, featuring over 55 performers

on 4 stages, the Great South Bay’s Artisan Market, a diverse food court, multiple beer and wine gardens and so much more. Children ages 10 and under can attend the event for free. For more information, visit greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com.

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. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, or visit isliparts.org/

SATURDAY, JULY 20

10:00AM–3:00PM

THRIFT SHOP / YARD SALE

St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, 305 Carll’s Path, in Deer Park is hosting a Thrift Shop / Yard Sale. (If inclement weather, this event will be cancelled)

Thrift Shop Special Event Of “Pack A Bag” ($5.00). New and gently used women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and shoes as well as home goods. Something for everyone! For more information, please call 631-242-7530 .

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 a Classic Car Show. View over a hundred antique

cars and listen to music on the great lawn. Food available for purchase. Take a manor house tour while you are there (extra admission). Car Show admission $5 pp, children under 5 free. Show cars welcome. $15 registration fee. For more info.: info@sagtikosmanor.org or call dsubbiondo@aol.com. www. sagtikosmanor.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 27

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. 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. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Durso’s district ofﬁce at 516-541-4598.

SUNDAY, JULY 28

3:30 PM

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!

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Seaford Public Library

“Entertainment

for a Summer Evening” at the Seaford Public Library Summer 2024

The Seaford Public Library takes great pride in presenting its Summer 2024 “Entertainment for a Summer Evening,” their very popular series of outdoor concerts. In addition to this, they have an Outdoor Movie! All concerts are in partnership with the Lions Club of Seaford, the Seaford Chamber of Commerce, the Seaford Wellness Council and the Seaford Knights of Columbus Memorare Council #3476. For the eleventh time, the series has a corporate sponsor, Bethpage Federal Credit Union.

Over two decades the Seaford Library has been offering up top notch, quality musical entertainment from artists and performers from all musical genres including classic rock, doo-wop, country, and everything inbetween. All the concerts and the outdoor movie are free of charge and will most likely draw hundreds of people from the Seaford community and beyond.

Library Director Frank McKenna states “Librarians Eric Wasserman and Kristen Jording have once again worked very diligently to coordinate the scheduling, logistics and publicizing of this year’s ‘Entertainment for a Summer Evening’ events. Their efforts are always deeply appreciated.” Peter J. Ruffner, Seaford Library Board Vice

President also states “True Seaford community spirit is shown for the 23rd summer as the Lions Club, Seaford Wellness Council, Knights of Columbus, Edward Jones, the Chamber of Commerce and Bethpage Federal Credit Union sponsor our spectacular entertainment series. Their collaboration with the Library is beyond admirable!” We look forward to seeing everyone there. This is a summer lineup you will not want to miss.

Here’s the rundown: “The Daytrippers”

Saturday, July 20th

New York’s most rockin’ Beatles cover band – brought to you in partnership with the SEAFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - to be held in the parking lot at the Seaford Library.

“The Dance Mechanics”

Saturday, August 17th

Kick your night up to the next level with this high-octane dance, funk, R&B band –presented in cooperation with the SEAFORD WELLNESS COUNCIL – to be held in the parking lot at the Seaford Library.

“Just Sixties”

Saturday, September 7th

Just Sixties is the USA’s longest running Sixties Tribute Band! Since 1982, they have been performing

music from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Doors, The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, The Monkees, The Mamas and the Papas, and so much more - presented in cooperation with the SEAFORD KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MEMORARE COUNCIL #3476 - to be held in the parking lot at the Seaford Library. Before the September 7th outdoor concert, the Library Board of Trustees will be proudly honoring long-time Head of Children’s Services Cindy Schaaf with the Frank J. Hoschek Memorial Award for Outstanding Service to the Seaford Library community.

Outdoor Movie -

“Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) Friday, September 6th Time: 7:30pm

After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife. Rated PG-13, 125 minutes. Starring Robin Williams and Sally Field– brought to you in partnership with EDWARD JONES INVESTMENTS - to be held in the side parking lot of the Library.

All Concerts And The Outdoor Movie Begin At 7:30pm. Just Bring Your Chair And Enjoy!

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The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers homeowners the Energy Efﬁcient Home Improvement Credit, a fantastic opportunity to save money while making your home more eco-friendly. You can claim a tax credit of up to $3,200 for qualifying energy-efﬁcient improvements installed on or after January 1, 2023.

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Veteran Special Educator Honored As Nassau BOCES Education Partner

A strategic education partner with school districts since 1967, Nassau BOCES created the awards program to recognize those who share its mission of ensuring a successful, challenging, caring and safe environment that enables students of all ages and abilities to achieve their maximum potential. These outstanding individuals and organizations have made strides in accomplishing key educational goals embraced by Nassau BOCES, such as ensuring student success.

Administrator and educational leader Dawn Haskell-Carbone was honored at an awards gala held this Spring by the Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation.

The Foundation is an independent non-profit organization that raises funds for innovative educational programs that fall outside of the agency’s budget.

For the nearly 40 years, Dawn Haskell-HaskellCarbone has played a crucial role in delivering the best education possible to the students in the Nassau BOCES Vision Program. After earning her certification as a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired (including cortical vision impairments) from Kutztown University, she came directly to Nassau BOCES, where she immediately began making

a difference.

Over the years, as both a classroom and itinerant teacher, Ms. HaskellCarbone has utilized her knowledge, expertise, experience and insight to empower her students and foster independence. In her current role as Curriculum Coordinator, she has been instrumental in creating the agency’s comprehensive compendium of goals for students with varying degrees of vision loss.

Ms. Haskell-Carbone has been responsible for implementing a wide array of curricular components, from multifaceted Individualized Education Programs, to procurement of braille and large-print textbooks and novels. She has also conducted workshops to aid her fellow educators in teaching this unique community of students.

Outside of Nassau BOCES, Ms. HaskellCarbone has devoted herself to making her hometown of Seaford a better, stronger community. In the wake of the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11 — in which she lost her two brothers, Timmy and Tommy Haskell — Ms. Haskell-Carbone helped found the Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee. Since 2002, the committee has conducted an annual candlelight memorial service to remember all those who lost their lives on that tragic day.

She also helped to establish The Patriot Committee, which funds scholarships for Seaford High School graduates. The committee also works to educate Seaford students about the historical events of September 11th through school assemblies, as well as field trips to the National 9/11 Memorial in New York City. Most notably, the Patriot Committee was the catalyst for the SHS Commitment to Service program, which gives students the opportunity to volunteer in meaningful and

impactful ways throughout their community.

“Dawn Haskell-Carbone has invested nearly four decades into meeting the educational needs of our visually impaired students, changing their lives for the better,” said Nassau BOCES Board Trustee Fran Langsner at the awards ceremony. “Her altruistic efforts have made an immeasurable difference, enriching the educational experience of students across Long Island. She is a beacon of light, whose humble dedication has touched the hearts of the countless individuals she has helped over the years.”

In the words of Helen Keller, “Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much.” This is an adage that Ms. Carbone lives by, putting in endless hours to help guide the way for students and special educators alike. Her colleagues have observed that her level of dedication is unprecedented. Ms. Carbone

VETERAN SPECIAL EDUCATOR HONORED - Dawn Haskell-Carbone, Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired, and Curriculum Coordinator for the Nassau BOCES Vision Program, and Seaford resident is being recognized as one of the most devoted supporters of public education on Long Island.

The Museum of American Armor (MAA) is being recognized as one of the most devoted supporters of public education on Long Island. The museum is among 14 honorees to receive the 2024 Nassau BOCES Education Partner award, bestowed annually on those individuals and organizations that have had a profound effect on education in Nassau County.

Vice President Gary Lewi accepted the Nassau

Innovational LI History Museum Honored

BOCES Education Partner Award on behalf of The Museum of American Armor during an awards gala held this Spring by the Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation. The Foundation is an independent non-profit organization that raises funds for innovative educational programs that fall outside of the agency’s budget.

For fifteen years, the Museum of American Armor has been providing a compelling, intergenerational educational experience for students and families across Long Island. Located on the grounds of Old Bethpage Village Restoration, the museum is a virtual time machine designed to tell the story of our nation’s military courage, valor and sacrifice by immersing visitors in an interactive experience that replicates the sights and sounds of war.

As students walk through the museum’s front doors, they discover a fleet of vehicles and a host of weapons that

LI HISTORY MUSEUM HONORED - Gary Lewi (third from left), Vice President of the Museum of American Armor is presented with the 2024 Nassau BOCES Education Partner Award by New York State Regent Roger Tilles (second from left) and Nassau BOCES Board Members Robert “B.A.” Schoen (left) and Lawrence Greenstein (right).

were used by our troops to break the back of the Axis powers as civilization hung in the balance. And that’s just on a regular day.

By accurately recreating the sights and sounds of World War II, the MAA honors all who served in our nation’s fighting forces to defend our freedoms. To that end, the museum hosts a number of special events throughout the year. In cooperation with the Nassau County

Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums, The Long Island Council for the Social Studies, and The Long Island Living History Association, the MAA hosts special visits for high school and middle school students each year.

The museum’s Armor Experience transports students back to 1944 and places them on the front lines as Allied forces attempt to push back German troops to

NFPA Offers Safety Tips This Summer Season To Help Families Protect Themselves

With summer upon us, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is reminding people about potential electrical hazards that exist in swimming pools and hot tubs, onboard boats, on docks and piers, and in waters surrounding boats, marinas, and launch ramps.

While most people are unaware of electrical dangers posed in water environments such as electric shock drowning (ESD), each year people are injured or killed from these hazards. ESD can occur when improperly installed or maintained electrical systems within marinas or boat electrical

systems result in electrical current in the water, which can then pass through a person’s body, causing a level of paralysis that can ultimately cause serious injury or drowning.

“Because ESD is not well known, NFPA continues to raise awareness about the presence of electrical hazards in water to help prevent deaths and injuries from happening in pools and waterways,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA vice president of Outreach & Advocacy. “Never swim near a marina, dock, or boatyard, and have a qualified electrician inspect your boat, swimming pool equipment, hot tub, and spa before engaging in any

water activities to ensure all life-saving measures and protection systems are functioning properly.”

Following are tips for swimmers, and boat and pool owners: Swimmers

Never swim near a marina, dock, or boatyard. While in a pool or hot tub look out for underwater lights that are not working properly, flicker, or work intermittently.

If you feel a tingling sensation while in a pool, immediately stop swimming in the direction you are heading. Try and swim in a direction where you had not felt the tingling. Exit the water as quickly as possible; avoid

liberate Europe from Nazi oppression. Outfitted with period gear, students are transformed into soldiers faced with a sudden ambush from the enemy in the woods. G.I.s shout as a platoon leader barks orders and a scout car erupts in smoke from enemy fire. The annual WWII weekend features battle reenactments, a variety of simulated American-allied base camps, and a number of living history lessons delivered by professional historians.

“The Museum of American Armor’s

programs are so accurate and immersive that they are a part of the social studies curriculum for a number of Long Island school districts,” said Nassau BOCES Board Member Robert “B.A.” Schoen at the awards gala. “Visitors are transported into one of the most pivotal periods in American history. The museum provides an experience that is at once so powerful and informative that it has been referred to as one of the most compelling educational tools our region has at its disposal.”

using metal ladders or rails. Touching metal may increase the risk of shock.

Boat owners

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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

Volunteer Opportunities For Recent Grads

search.

There are many arenas where young people can focus their volunteer 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.

Avoid entering the water when launching or loading a boat. These areas can contain stray electrical currents in the water, possibly leading to electric shock drowning or injury from shock, including death.

Each year, have the boat’s electrical system inspected by a qualified marine electrician to be sure it meets the required codes of your

It’s not uncommon for individuals to think that the ultimate vacation adventure requires venturing far and wide. But there are plenty of exciting ways to get your thrills even if you don’t stray too far from home. Here is how to plan a summer adventure right in your own neighborhood.

· Visit an amusement or theme park. Spending a day or two at a theme park or amusement park can expose travelers to different rides, sights, attractions, food, and people. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation operates 27 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Water parks, summer carnivals and local theme parks also can make for fun excursions.

· Scale great heights. Figure out what is the highest peak where you live and then hike to the top of that lookout. Many of

NFPA Offers Safety Tips This Summer Season To Help Families Protect Themselves

area, including those set by the American Boat & Yacht Council. Make the necessary repairs, if recommended. Follow the same steps after any major storm that affects the boat. Check with the marina owner about the marina’s electrical system and whether it has recently been inspected to meet the required codes of your area, including the National Electrical Code® (NEC®).

Have ground fault

circuit protection (GFCI and GFPE) installed on circuits supplying the boat; use only portable GFCIs or shore power cords (including “Y” adapters) that bear the proper listing mark for marine applications when using electricity near water. Test GFCIs monthly. NEVER modify the electrical system on a boat or shore power to make something work. The code-required safety mechanisms in place are

intended to alert people if something is wrong with the boat and with shore power. Find a licensed, qualified professional to help determine the cause of the problem.

Pool owners

If you are putting in a new pool or hot tub, be sure the wiring is performed by an electrician experienced in the special safety requirements for these types of installations and that the completed work is inspected by the authority

having jurisdiction (AHJ). Have a qualified electrician periodically inspect and — where necessary — replace or upgrade the electrical devices or equipment that keep your pool or hot tub electrically safe. Have the electrician show you how to turn off all power in case of an emergency. If there are overhead electrical lines, make sure they have proper clearance over the pool and other structures, such

Adventure Awaits, Even Close To Home

the tallest peaks in North America are along the border between the state of Alaska and Canada, but there are plenty of lofty elevations elsewhere on the continent.

· Try a new food. Experience a new culture by visiting a restaurant that serves food from a country that you’ve never visited. You can score even more brownie points if you opt for an ingredient that is new to you as well.

· Go rafting or tubing. The power of moving water is very impressive. Rafting and tubing enables people to get swept away by rapids and see the landscape as it goes rushing by. Choose a pace that suits you and build up rapid size and speed as you gain more experience.

· Try a new water sport. Stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking can be entertaining ways to enjoy the water. These are not

only great adventurous activities, they’re also solid workouts for many parts of the body.

· Go fishing. Fishing may seem like a slowpaced sport, but your adrenaline soon will be pumping when a fish bites and you’re reeling in a monster catch. Some of the best times to fish are at dawn and dusk when fish are more likely to hit.

· Swim in the ocean. Head to the coast and dive through the waves. The summer months are the perfect times to take a dip as the ocean water becomes a more comfortable swimming temperature. Always swim in locations where lifeguards are present, and be sure to check red flag warnings for rip currents or rough surf. Keep an eye out for marine life as well.

· Catch a baseball game. Purchase tickets to a

as a diving board. If you have any doubts, contact a qualified electrician or your local utility company to make sure power lines are a safe distance away. NFPA has several resources for swimmers, boat, and pool owners, including videos, tip sheets, checklists, and a new NFPA Podcast episode, “Hazards in the Water,” that can be downloaded and shared. Please visit nfpa.org/watersafety to learn more.