December 7, 2022 Seaford

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SHARING SMALL MOMENTS IS A BIG MOMENT FOR SEAFORD WRITERS - Two months of hard work paid off for young writers at Seaford Manor Elementary School, who proudly shared their small moment stories at a publishing celebration on Nov. 22. Fifth graders welcomed in family members to showcase their personal narratives. Pictured: Fifth graders, from left, Michael Sacco, Sal Mannino, Kyle Wallace, Mia Sagnelli and Brielle Garcia were among the authors who proudly shared their small moment stories. Photo courtesy of the Seaford School District

Helping

Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for December is EAC Network

www.eac-network.org

EAC Network is a non-profit organization that empowers, assists and cares for individuals in need. Their objective is to reach individuals within our community through innovative programs that improve quality of life. They have five service areas:

Children & Youth: Their Children & Youth services work deeply with children who are victims of child abuse and neglect or who are involved in the foster care system or child trafficking. They provide supervised visitation between noncustodial parents and their children, promote child passenger safety and offer mentors for at-risk youth.

Family & Community: EAC Network’s Family and Community programs help individuals pay bills, resolve family and business conflicts and navigate through obstacles that hinder selfsufficiency.

Senior & Nutrition Services: EAC Network is a provider of Meals on Wheels. They act as guardians for seniors, as well as mentally and/or physically incapacitated individuals, who are unable to manage aspects of daily life on their own. Their senior centers provide warm meals, exercise and social interaction to local seniors. They also offer technology classes as well as trained companions to relieve caregivers.

Vocational Services: Their Vocational Services offer a variety of programs that provide participants with skills to obtain and retain employment, particularly with at-risk populations.

Behavioral Health & Criminal Justice Services: They offer Behavioral Health programs that work in tandem with the criminal justice system to help

individuals suffering from mental health and/ or substance abuse issues obtain treatment. They also offer programs for Anger Management, Community Service and educational intervention for domestic violence offenders, and more.

Within those five areas of service, they run a total of 103 programs and they serve over 50,000 people a year with offices in all five boroughs, Suffolk County, Nassau County and Rockland County!

There are so many ways that you can get involved with EAC Network, whether it be through an internship or volunteer position, attending an event, making a donation or fundraising. Stay tuned for next week’s article to learn more about how you can make a difference in your community.

If you are in need and believe you can benefit from any of their offerings, please contact Robert Stricoff, Chief Development Officer at EAC Network at Robert.Stricoff@eac-network.org or 631.433.1662.

Seaford Public Library

2234 Jackson Avenue - Seaford, NY 11783

Register at http://www.seafordlibrary.org.

Holiday Sprinkle Cookies (In-Person)

Wednesday, December 7th Time: 6:30pm Cost: $5.00

Join Rob Scott in this hands-on class in making a dozen Holiday Sprinkle Cookies. Please bring 1 medium bowl, 1 large Bowl, whisk, rubber spatula and a cookie tray. Register now ONLINE.

Virtual Lecture: Holiday Lights Tour II

Thursday, December 8th Time: 1:00pm

Join Susan and Art Zuckerman, who’ve given tours of NYC for over 15 years. They will be discussing the highlights of the new season store windows, as well as, hearing different anecdotes and stories. You will visit new places throughout New York City such as Santaland in Macy’s, various holiday markets, restaurants serving

special holiday meals and other city festivities. All of this will be presented with new holiday music and new video clips of some of the

most memorable holiday movies. Register now online with your email address to receive the link to the Holiday Lights Tour zoom session.

If your nonprofit would like to be featured in this column, please call Noelle Lambert at 631.226.2636 x225 for consideration.

Neela Lockel, CEO/President of EAC Network, visits seniors at the EAC Port Washington Senior Center.

All-County Selections Total 35

The Seaford School District is proud to announce that 35 students have been selected to perform with vocal and instrumental ensembles at the All-County Music Festival, hosted by the Nassau Music Educators

Association.

The chorus and band students were nominated by their music teachers and selected following a solo audition. All-County concerts will be held in early January.

Congratulations to:

Seaford High School – Kieran Calderaro, Evan Falletta, Samantha Ferrera, Sydney Keane, Angelina LaVolpe, Raelyn Luft, Dylan Quinn and Faith Schaefer (chorus) and Brian Karaman, Jameson Kelly, Nicole

Nietsch and Sophia Perez (band).

Seaford Middle School – Lily Boyon, Cadan Calderaro, Teaghan Clancy, Olivia Ferrara, Corinne Gustavson, Matthew Long, Danika Raposo and Madison Spinella (chorus)

and Mehreen Erkin and Ryan Isola (band).

Seaford Harbor Elementary School –Emma Breman, Jack Carey, Francis Collichio, Leanne Gregorek, Arianna Passalaqua and Avery Sheehan (chorus) and

Samantha Juan (band).

Seaford Manor School – Abigail Burgess, Chris Falta, Diya Hathiramani, Alyssia Hynes and Mark Simonson (chorus) and Andrew Taboada (band).

Clothing Donations Needed For Long Island Children

Ethical Friends of Children, a program helping needy families on Long Island, seeks clothing (tops, bottoms, pjs, sweaters and socks)

in certain sizes. Specific sizes are: GIRLS: 3-4, 4-5 and 9-10 and BOYS: 7-8 and 9-10.

Ethical Friends of Children is an outreach

program of the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island., established in 1985. “We assist more than 2,500 children and their families each

year by providing them clothing for children from newborn to size 12 as well as infant furniture at no cost,” says Pat Spencer of Port

Washington. The “store” – staffed entirely by volunteers – lets families pick out the things they need, at no cost to them. Those interested in

making contributions of clothing or gift cards, should call Ethical Friends of Children at 516-280-5526 or email efoc@ehsli.org

Seaford High School All-County musicians

Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District

Seaford Middle School All-County musicians

Seaford Harbor Elementary School All-County musicians with band teacher Charlotte Loake and chorus teacher Pamela Brinkman.

Seaford Manor Elementary School All-County musicians with chorus teacher Richard Adams and band teacher Daniel Krueger.

Lions International Peace Poster Contest

The Seaford Lions Club again locally sponsored the Lions International Peace Poster Contest, which encourages children ages 11 to 13 to creatively express what peace means to them. This year’s theme was “Lead

With Compassion.”

Seaford Middle School and St. William the Abbot School participated, and winners were awarded prizes. First Place Winners move on to levels of judging with the international winner

receiving $5,000. At the District Level comprised of Nassau County and Bermuda Clubs, Kaleigh Colletti won and her entry moves on to the State Level for judging.

Santa’s Mailboxes From North Pole Have Arrived In Town Offices

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announced that children can send their ‘holiday wish list’ directly to Old St. Nick at the North Pole through a special network of Santa’s Mailboxes which arrived in Town facilities from the North Pole. Mailboxes will accept letters now through Monday, December 12th

The Town of Oyster

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Bay will forward letters to Santa at the North Pole. Letters received by Monday, December 12th with a legible name and return address will be answered by Santa before the holiday. No postage is necessary.

Colorful red mailboxes will be accessible from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. daily at the following locations:

Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa Ice Skating Center, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage.

For more information about Santa’s Mailboxes, please call (516) 624-6380 weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. or visit the www. oysterbaytown.com.

ST. WILLIAM THE ABBOT WINNERS - L to R: Michael Favuzza (3rd Place), Kaleigh Colletti (1st Place) and Chiara Giallorenzo (3rd Place).

SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL - L to R: Theresa Scannello (3rd Place), Giuliana Caratelli (1st Place) and Leah Conklin (3rd PLace).

Sharing Small Moments Is A Big Moment For Seaford Writers

Two months of hard work paid off for young writers at Seaford Manor Elementary School, who proudly shared their small moment stories at a publishing celebration on Nov. 22. Fifth graders welcomed in family members to showcase their personal narratives.

The writing process began just a few weeks into the school year and continued for several weeks as students brainstormed ideas, wrote first drafts, edited and revised their work, and typed their

final pieces. Students used several of the techniques the have already learned in elementary school, like incorporating dialogue and descriptive details. But they also expanded their writing capabilities with some new skills.

Their personal narratives used flashback and flashforward literacy techniques to move readers between the past and the present. They also learned about story purpose by sharing a life lesson that came from the experience. Additionally, students

created witty titles and colorful, illustrated cover pages.

As guests entered the cafeteria, they were greeted by the eagerly awaiting authors. Balloons and floral arrangements set a festive fall atmosphere, and the children and adults noshed on miniature donuts. Fifth grade teachers noted that parents and grandparents were invited to the celebration because many of the small moments students wrote about connected to their families.

Free Musical Performances At Local Libraries

Enjoy

the

Sounds of Frank Sinatra, James Taylor, and More

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through May 2023 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 Labriola. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”

Scheduled performances for December and January include:

Vincent Roccaro & His Jazz Trio on Sunday,

December 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Iconic songs accompanied by some of the finest jazz musicians on the planet! Registration is free and required, visit: syosset. librarycalendar.com/ events/month select the date of the concert and register.

Emily & Vincent on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 4:00 pm at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library –Performing “Christmas on Broadway”.

Echoes of Sinatra on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Performing the music of Frank Sinatra. Registration is free and

required, visit: syosset. librarycalendar.com/ events/month select the date of the concert and register. Registration starts December 18th.

Copperline on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at 3:00 pm at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – Performing the music of James Taylor.

The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 7977925 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.

‘Give The Gift Of Life’ This Holiday Season By Donating Blood

With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage this holiday season, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh invite residents to give the gift of life by donating blood on Thursday, December 15th, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Town of Oyster Bay Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “Blood supplies have seriously dwindled as a result of the COVID-19 health pandemic and are critically needed for local hospitals to meet the demand and continue saving lives. Please consider participating in this blood drive to help bolster our blood banks and ensure as many people as possible can be helped. Together, we can give the gift of life this holiday

season through a simple blood donation.”

Appointments are preferred for the Town’s Blood Drive. To qualify as a donor, a person must be between the ages of 17 and 75 years old (16 with parental permission and 76 or older with a doctor’s note), weigh at least 110 pounds and not have donated blood within the last 56 days. Anyone who received a tattoo within the past 12 months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that donors eat well (low fat) and drink fluids in the days before the Blood Drive. Additionally, all donors will receive a voucher for a free Blizzard at Dairy Queen.

Councilwoman Walsh added, “It’s quick, easy, and safe to donate a single pint of blood which can save up to three lives. Donating blood at the Hicksville Athletic Center, is an

incredible way for all of us to pitch in and give back during the holidays.”

For additional information regarding the Town’s Blood Drive, contact the Town’s Public Information Office at (516) 624-6380. To make an appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at https://donate. nybc.org/donor/schedules/ drive_schedule/298555.

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A WRITING CELEBRATION - Seaford Manor Elementary School fifth graders held a writing celebration on Nov. 22, sharing their published personal narratives with family members. Photo courtesy of the Seaford School District

SHARING SMALL MOMENTS - Fifth graders, from left, Michael Sacco, Sal Mannino, Kyle Wallace, Mia Sagnelli and Brielle Garcia were among the authors who proudly shared their small moment stories. Photo courtesy of the Seaford School District

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Support Girl Scouts By Owning Of Piece Of The Girl Scout Experience

Girl Scouts of Nassau County announced the opening of its art auction showcase featuring artwork inspired by Girl Scouts and created by renowned artist Donna McKenzie. The artwork available for bid is the depiction of short stories written by Girl Scouts come to life as part of a county-wide writing contest organized by Girl Scouts of Nassau County.

Girl Scouts of Nassau County kicked off the bidding at its annual fall food-and-wine pairing fundraiser, Mobilizing Our Mission, at The Rooftop Terrace at The Mansion at Oyster Bay, which was attended by more than 100 Girl Scout supporters, local dignitaries and art enthusiasts. The auction is open until December 12 and can be viewed at https://bit.ly/gsnc-stories-

to-sketches-art-auction.

All proceeds go toward supporting Girl Scout services and programming that empower girls and enhance the communities they serve throughout the year.

“Our annual fundraising initiative is an exciting way to bring together our communities while supporting new adventures and leadership opportunities, and championing girls across Nassau County,” said Randell Bynum, the chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of Nassau County. “The artwork featured in our auction is such a wonderful depiction of the Girl Scout experience through our girls’ eyes, and we are proud of each girl who participated in our From Stories to Sketches challenge and shared their favorite

aspects of being a Girl Scout. Those who purchase these paintings own a piece of the creativity, adventurousness and enthusiasm that our Girl Scouts exhibit every day, while also helping to expand Girl Scout programming. We are grateful for the support our communities have continued to show Girl Scouts and we look forward to continuing empowering the next generation of leaders.”

To help develop the artwork, Girl Scouts of Nassau County held a writing activity called From Stories to Sketches, which asked Girl Scouts at all levels to write about their favorite Girl Scout tradition, favorite thing about being a Girl Scout, what they learned through Girl Scouts or their most memorable Girl Scout

experiences. The five girls whose stories were chosen were Mia Smith, a Girl Scout Cadette from Baldwin, Maiya Chiaramonte, a Girl Scout Cadette from Levittown, Vivian Mirra, a Girl Scout Brownie from Massapequa, Rosaria Neary, a Girl Scout Brownie from Levittown and Zoe Muschette, a

Girl Scout Cadette from Freeport.

Mia Smith, a Girl Scout Cadette from Baldwin, wrote about how much she loves creating memories with friends. One memory she described was her trip to Camp Blue Bay, where she and her friends made s’mores, walked along the beach and collected

seashells to bring home.

Maiya Chiaramonte, a Girl Scout Cadette from Levittown, wrote that her favorite part of being a Girl Scout is experiencing new things. Thanks to Girl Scouts, she was able to try aerial yoga—which involves performing yoga

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positions while hanging upside down using silk streamers. And although she “has two left feet,” Maiya wrote, she was able to try roller-skating for the first time.

Vivian Mirra, a Girl Scout Brownie from Massapequa, wrote about all the opportunities she has had to explore nature. Whether rolling down a hill with friends, making a bird feeder or going horseback riding, Vivian has loved spending time outside with her troop.

Rosaria Neary, a Girl Scout Brownie from Levittown, wrote in her essay that her favorite part of being a Girl Scout are the friendships she made since joining in 2020. She explained that, even during the pandemic, her troop

helped her connect with her friends in quarantine with Zoom meetings.

Zoe Muschette, a Girl Scout Cadette from Freeport, wrote that her favorite memory is the time her troop created its own escape room and pushed their imaginations to the limit. Guests were invited into an enchanted forest where fairies and cute critters helped them complete challenges to save their pet, named Pegasus, from evil dragons. Zoe said it taught her about how much fun it is to help others learn and succeed.

For more information about Girl Scouts of Nassau County and the many events they hold things they learn throughout the year, and to bid on the incredible, Girl Scout inspired artwork, visit gsnc.org.

Experiential Gifts

Shopping is foremost on the minds of many people come the holiday season. When considering loved ones and acquaintances while making holiday shopping lists, tangible gifts, such as clothing or items for the home, may be the first things that come to mind. However, experiential gifts also merit consideration. Experiential gifts are those that focus on experiences rather than items. These can include anything from a horseback riding adventure to a spa day to concert tickets to getting

behind the wheel of a race car. Experiential gifts can be tailored to people’s interests. A study by researchers at San Francisco State University showed people tend to realize greater wellbeing from life experiences and consider them to be a better way to spend their money. Overall satisfaction tends to be greater with gifted experiences than with material things. Furthermore, the Harris Group found that 72 percent of millennials actually want to spend more money on experiences rather than things.