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Homeowners know there’s no shortage of ways to tweak a property. Some homeowners may lament that the work associated with home ownership is never done, but owning a house also provide endless opportunities to upgrade the spaces people call home.
Landscape lighting has become increasingly popular in recent years. That popularity is undoubtedly due to a number of variables, and each highlights a benefit of installing landscape lighting around a property.
• Affordability. Some may think of big budget projects like kitchen remodels or room additions when pondering home renovations. Such projects can have a dramatic impact on
the look and feel of a home, but landscape lighting can be equally transformative at a fraction of the cost of larger undertakings. The home renovation experts at Angi.com estimate the average landscape lighting project costs around $4,000, making affordability a notable benefit of the project.
• Appearance. There’s no denying the aesthetic appeal of a well-lit landscape at night. Landscape lighting can be utilized to draw attention to aweinspiring components of a landscape, whether it’s natural features like gardens and foliage or manmade components like architectural features. Improved appearance can increase curb
appeal, which is often associated with how a home looks during daylight hours. But photographs of a welllit nighttime landscape can impress buyers as well.
• Cost savings. Landscape lighting might help homeowners reduce the cost of their homeowners insurance. Researchers at PolicyGenius.com found that insurance companies typically offer a discount of 2 to 5 percent to homeowners who install a home security system. Insurance providers may offer additional savings to homeowners who pair such systems with landscape lighting, which can be a deterrent to burglars who prefer to operate under a cloak of darkness.
• Safety. Insurance firms
JOB OPPORTUNITY
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Responsibilities:
• Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities
• Provide support to students with various tasks and assignments
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities
• Help maintain a safe and clean learning environment
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and appropriately with children
• Ability to use clear and understandable written and verbal communication
• Experience working with toddlers, preschoolers, or in a classroom setting is a plus!
• Teaching Assistant - Level Certi cate a plus!
Work Schedule:
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The Benefits Of Lighting Up Your Landscape
may discount premiums because of landscape lighting because they view it as a deterrent to potential criminals. But landscape lighting also makes moving around a property at night safer for residents and guests. Lighting can be used to illuminate walkways, outdoor living rooms, patios around pools,
and other areas where residents and guests will be walking at night, which can reduce the risk of falls and injuries that may result from such spills.
• ROI. Savvy homeowners consider a renovation’s return on investment before deciding to go forward with a project.
Studies vary, but the National Association of Realtors indicates landscape lighting can recoup as much as 70 percent of homeowners’ investment in the project at resale. When viewed through the lens of ROI, the cost of installing landscape lighting is even less.
PSEG Long Island Encourages Babylon Residents To Support Neighbors Facing Food Insecurity Friday, Sept. 19
PSEG Long Island’s Power to Feed Long Island food drive is coming to West Babylon for the final event of the season. Food collection bins will be set up at the Stop & Shop supermarket located at 365 Route 109 in West Babylon on Friday, Sept. 19, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Community members are encouraged to come down and donate nonperishable food, household essentials, and baby and pet food to help their neighbors facing food insecurity. Customers making donations will receive a free LED light bulb and reusable shopping bag as a “thank you.”
Hundreds of thousands of Long Island families struggle with hunger and food insecurity throughout the year. During the
summer months, there is a significant reduction in food donations to local food banks, pantries and other programs. Some suggested items to donate include:
Nonperishable food (no glass jars, please): Healthy varieties of canned foods, such as lowsodium beans, vegetables, soups, pasta sauces and tomato varieties, tuna and chicken, along with rice, pasta, popcorn kernels, nut butters, olive and canola oil, spices and pet food.
Household essentials: Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, laundry detergent and dish soap. Personal care items: Toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, feminine care products and shaving
products, antibacterial wipes and washcloths. Baby care items: Diapers, wipes, formula, creams, ointments and baby wash. Pet supplies: dog and cat food, kitty litter, treats. Cash: Island Harvest estimates every dollar is the equivalent of two meals.
This is the final day of onsite collections; the online donation site is available through the end of September. If you cannot participate on this day and would like to make an online donation or learn more about the initiative, please visit psegliny.com/ feedli. Island Harvest estimates every dollar donated is the equivalent of two meals.
Kitchen Cabinets: Reface Or Replace?
The kitchen is a busy room in many homes. That popularity likely has something to do with why so many homeowners spend sizable sums renovating their kitchens.
According to highlights from a recent U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study, the median spend on major kitchen remodels grew by 14 percent from the previous year, and minor remodels increased by 25 percent. Spurred on by increased time spent at home during the pandemic, the main impetus for kitchen remodels, according to the study, was that homeowners wanted to make these improvements all along and finally had the time and means to do so.
There are many aspects of a kitchen that homeowners can change. Houzz found 94 percent of renovators either fully or partially replaced cabinets in their improvement plans. Cabinets are a major component of kitchen layouts. Cabinets help
to establish the aesthetic of a kitchen and serve a useful function, providing necessary storage space to ensure the room does not appear cluttered. Homeowners have different options when it comes to cabinet renovations, and they may need to decide if they need to replace or reface their cabinets.
• Replacement. Cabinet replacement involves removing all of the existing cabinets before new cabinets are leveled and installed. According to the home improvement resource The Spruce, homeowners can expect to pay between $13,000 and $30,000 for contractorgrade cabinets. Cabinet replacement is a good idea when homeowners want to add more cabinet space or create a new layout in the room.
• Refacing. Cabinet refacing is less messy and less disruptive than replacement. All cabinets remain the
Babylon High School Is A NYSPHSAA School Of Distinction
Babylon Junior-Senior High School has been honored as a School of Distinction by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) for the 20242025 school year. This prestigious recognition is awarded to schools where 100% of their varsity teams achieve the NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team
same size and in the same location. The cabinet boxes must be in good shape to facilitate a refacing. The process involves the installation of new drawer fronts and cabinet doors, as well as the veneering of the cabinet boxes. New hardware is typically installed as well. The insides of the cabinets typically remain the same. The Spruce says cabinet refacing can be 30 to 50 percent cheaper than a replacement.
Most people call in professionals to change their cabinets. Cabinet replacement can be a do-it-yourself job, but it involves measuring and ensuring everything fits and is leveled appropriately. Homeowners who choose to reface their cabinets themselves may opt to paint or restain. Wood veneer or a new door and drawer panel installation can be complicated and is best left to qualified contractors.
(NAPSI)—The American Red Cross Military and Veteran Caregiver Network is a secure, online community that’s both a resource directory and peer support network to militaryaffiliated caregivers. Using evidence-based peer-support programs, caregivers connect, share knowledge, learn new skills, and gain hope. More at redcross.org/ caregivers.
To earn the ScholarAthlete Team Award, each of Babylon’s 26 varsity teams maintained a collective GPA of 90% or higher during their respective seasons. Underscoring the recognition, Babylon High School was one of only 114 high schools statewide this year to qualify as a School of Distinction.
“Balancing a varsity sport and high school studies is no easy thing,” said Babylon Athletic Director Michael De Joseph. “To have all of our teams earn Scholar-Athlete status is an amazing feat, and one that demonstrates our student-athletes’ incredible dedication both on the field and in the classroom.”
Spring and summer are perhaps the busiest times of year for gardeners. However, fall also is a prime time to tend to gardens.
The tree and bare root retailer Bower & Branch advises that soil temperatures in many regions of the country may still be warm enough to encourage root growth well into the start of winter. Furthermore, fall is often the ideal time to plant, fertilize and keep a garden going or to get a head start on next year’s bounty.
Here are some tips to make the most of the fall gardening season.
• Think about fall annuals and bulb planting. Near the end of September, start planting cool-weatherloving pansies and violas for pops of color
as summer flowers fade. Also, it’s a good idea to stock up on bulbs that will bloom in the months to come before they sell out in stores. Wait until the temperatures really cool down before planting them in desired spots for spring sprouts.
• Sow salad seeds. Lettuce, spinach, radishes, and arugula tolerate cooler temperatures. Try new and interesting lettuce varieties and enjoy salads well into the fall season.
• Take inventory of the sun. Positioning a garden carefully means maximizing hours of sunlight, which begin to dwindle in the fall. Experts say gardens grow best in sunny locations that receive six hours of direct sunlight each day. This is where container
gardens can be helpful, as they allow gardeners to move plants into spots that will get ample sunlight.
• Fill in landscaping gaps. Some fall plants can add color around the landscape and brighten up homes to add curb appeal. In addition to pansies and violas, asters, kale and chrysanthemums are fall blooms. Keep in mind that mums can come back year after year. So take them out of those flower pots and get them into the ground. They can be enjoyed next year as well, sprouting in early spring and developing leaves and buds through late summer.
• Clean up unwanted growth. Fall is an ideal time to cut back spent vegetable plants and
A Beginner’s Guide To Fall Planting And Maintenance
get rid of errant weeds. Rather than bagging leaves, mow them with a grass catcher and then add the mix to a vegetable garden as an excellent soil insulator. The nitrogen and carbon will fertilize the soil, enhancing growing possibilities and limiting weed growth.
• Propagate plants in the fall. As temperatures gradually begin to cool, start taking cuttings from perennials, gathering seed pods from azaleas and rhododendrons and dividing hardwood cuttings, says the resource Gardening Know How. Consult with a garden center or horticulturist on the proper ways to propagate stems using rooting hormone and other techniques.
• Continue to water plants. Water is essential in the fall and winter as roots can still be growing. Gradually reduce watering duration as plants go dormant.
Application Open For Spring 2026 Hope For The Warriors Military Spouse And Caregiver Scholarships
Now through September 30, applications are being accepted for the spring 2026 semester for the Hope
For The Warriors Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarship Program. Since 2006, Hope For The Warriors has awarded
Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarships twice a year. The nationwide program recognizes and rewards post-9/11 spouses and caregivers for their strength, fidelity and resolve despite adversity as they assume critical roles
in the financial well-being of their families.
Scholarships vary from $1,800 to $2,500 and are applied toward higher education at an accredited U.S. university, college, or trade school. Unique to the program is a scholarship for spouses of the fallen,
Restoring Family.
Honorary Scholarship –awarded to those seeking graduate or post-graduate degree.
New Beginnings Scholarship – awarded to those pursuing an associate degree, entry level classes or training.
Restoring Family Scholarship – awarded to spouses of the fallen.
Restoring Hope Scholarship – awarded to those pursuing a master’s or doctorate of social work, psychology counseling, or mental health counselingrelated field.
Restoring Self
Scholarship – awarded to those pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
Since the program’s inception, Hope For The Warriors has granted 290 Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarships totaling $737,107.
To receive an application to apply for the spring 2026 semester, visit hopeforthewarriors.org and connect to services.
About Hope For The Warriors: Hope For The Warriors (HOPE) is a national leader driving transformative change for the post-9/11 U.S. military community (including veterans and active-duty service members as well as military caregivers, spouses and family members, and families of the fallen). At HOPE, our mission is to deliver unparalleled services that uplift individuals and their families as they navigate
the complexities of military life. We are committed to fostering resilience and a sense of purpose, ensuring that those who have served our nation will thrive.
Together, we forge a strong community that champions courage, commitment, and grit. To learn more or support our mission, visit hopeforthewarriors.org.
Home renovations can increase resale value and outfit spaces to make them more accommodating to residents. Homeowners interested in remodeling projects understand that such undertakings are often a lengthy process. But the time spent waiting often is well worth it when the work is done and the finished product looks just as homeowners imagined.
Depending on the scope and scale of a project, home renovations can take anywhere from a day or two for minor cosmetic changes to nine months for a major project.
The lender RenoFi says projects like remodeling a kitchen or bathroom have a lot of
As summer winds down, long stretches of sunlight are dwindling and cooler temperatures are on the horizon. Gardening enthusiasts may wonder how they can manage their backyard gardens as the peak growing season comes to a close. People may not be eager to do much in their gardens come August, particularly because the air may be hot and the dew point high. And spending the final days of summer at the beach or in the pool may take priority. However, late summer is a great time to focus on certain tasks.
Deadheading
Many plants look better with the wilted flowers removed. Furthermore, some plants, such as with lilies and roses, will benefit from having spent blooms removed so that no unnecessary
moving parts, including plumbing and electrical work, structural changes, flooring, and installation of appliances. Due to that complexity, such projects may take six to 12 weeks. A home addition can take months. Homeowners weary of such lengthy undertakings can implement strategies to make conditions at home more manageable.
• Get a rough estimate from contractors so that you can budget accordingly. A project will go nowhere without proper funding. Get detailed estimates that include labor and building materials. Then start saving and stash money away for the project so you’re not caught off-guard later on.
• Clear out clutter. Remove any extraneous items from the room or rooms that will be remodeled. Although it will be an added expense, it is a good idea to rent a storage unit or have a storage pod placed in the driveway or yard for the duration of the project. Move items that will not be needed into the unit. This will get them out of the way and protect them from damage.
• Stay with relatives. While some people have no issues living in a residence during a renovation, others may find the work simply too inconvenient or distracting to be around. Time away from the property can help manage stress, and prevent kids, pets and others from getting in the way of work.
• Safeguard sensitive items. Take inventory of items in the home and catalog them for insurance purposes. This way, you’re covered in the case of damage or theft. Remove documents, like birth certificates, passports, insurance policies, and other private papers, and keep them in a safety deposit box or fireproof safe.
Tending A Garden In Late Summer
energy is drawn away from the roots or bulbs.
Research your plants and learn which can benefit from some late-summer deadheading to keep them thriving.
Weeding
Weeds can become problematic if they’re allowed to grow unabated. Routinely go into the garden and cull the weeds.
Keep an eye open for pests
According to Garden Smart, caterpillars and beetles may be chewing on garden plants by late summer, and aphids still may be problematic. Handpick insects off of vegetables and ornamental flowers, or use safe sprays for treating these issues.
Plant cool weather vegetables
Many plants will grow
well when planted in late summer, according to Homesteading Family. Some such plants include turnips, beets, carrots, kale, chard, mustard greens, and peas. You can begin turning your summer garden, or a portion of it, into a fall and winter garden.
Consider succession planting
Growing vegetables like beans or peas may be more successful if you try succession planting. This involves sowing new seeds every seven to 10 days to extend the harvest.
Harvesting what’s ready
Pick vegetables that are ready to eat, and remove any plants that have reached the end of their growing cycle.
Convert planter boxes and containers
This is a good time to start changing over summer annuals in containers and planter
boxes to those that do well in fall, such as mums, asters, pansies, and goldenrod.
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work to be done in the garden come the end of summer.
As we all have heard the saying “It takes a Village.” rough good times and strenuous times, through challenges and achievements, celebrating life and helping each other through another day, that is Babylon Village. We are our each other’s cheerleaders and when di cult times occur, we triumph together as a community. Unfortunately, this is one of those di cult times for our community.
It is with deep sadness and deep regret that I inform all our Village residents the sudden passing of Village of Babylon Trustee Sean Goodwin early this morning, Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025.
A er the New Year, Sean was diagnosed with lung cancer. While going through treatments, Sean continued to be active in Village government, in all his responsibilities, assisting those in need and in loving our Village. He went to ribbon cuttings, attended events and meetings, he was in parades and never missed being around the Village that he truly loved.
Less than two weeks ago, Sean was busy with the Babylon Beauti cation Society in redesigning the
and in welcoming in our newest Village addition, MOMA (Museum of
to both the Historical Society and e Conklin House.
Sean loved our Village
history. His true love was e Conklin House and keeping our history alive as well as working with the Conklin House Steering Committee in upgrades and maintenance to the house and gardens. Sean and BBS led the way in July for the much enjoyed and successful “Village Soiree,” raising funds for preservation of e Conklin House.
Sean was extremely involved with our Babylon Historical and Preservation Society as a Trustee and active member, thoroughly enjoyed working with the Babylon Historical Society and their projects, our Drive Safe, Drive Respectful Committee, our Village Bicycle Committee, and most recently, our rst “Music on the Porch” Day and initiating the upcoming Community Garage Sale Day.
Sean worked with our Village greenhouse and sat on our Planning Board Committee prior to serving as a Village Trustee. Sean was so very proud of being a Village Trustee. It was not about his ego or impressing anyone. It was about continuing the work he loved to do and in the place he loved the most.
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SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS
THURSDAY, SEPT. 11th
7:00PM
LINDENHURST HOMEMAKERS EVENING UNIT
Please join Lindenhurst Homemakers Evening Unit 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
FRIDAY, SEPT. 12th
6:00PM–10:00PM
SATURDAY, SEPT. 13th
11:00AM–10:00PM
SUNDAY, SEPT. 14th
11:00AM–8:00PM
LONG ISLAND FAMILY FESTIVAL
Enjoy a weekend of free family fun at the Long Island Family Festival in Tanner Park in Copiague. Rain date: October 24-26. Furry and Feathered Family Members Invited. Free parking for everyone. Town permit not required during the festival. For more details and a complete schedule of events, visit www. lifamilyfestival.com.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 13th
9:00AM-4:00PM
AMITYVILLE’S COMMUNITY
GARAGE SALE
Residents looking to clean out can also clean up, and make a few extra dollars. This garage sale will not count toward the annual Village limit of two sales per household a year, and the garage sale permit fee will be waived. Visit Amityville.com for updates and information. Rain Date:
HOLIDAYS
1st - LABOR DAY
11th - PATRIOT DAY
22nd - FALL BEGINS
- ROSH HASHANAH (Begins at sundown)
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
Sunday, September 14th. To sign up for the sale, Village residents may contact Amityville Village Hall at 631-264-6000, or email Mayor@ amityville.com using the subject: Garage Sale.
TICKET PLACEMENT
11:00AM-2:00PM
Drawing begins 2:15PM 4th ANNUAL BASKET EXTRAVAGANZA Constantino Brumidi Lodge (Sons & Daughters of Italy) 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Dozens of raffle baskets. Winners need not be present. Reservations/and or questions, please call Karen 631943-3622
SATURDAY, SEPT. 13th
10:00AM-5:00pm, and SUNDAY, SEPT.14th
10:00AM-3:00PM 17th ANNUAL CIVIL WAR WEEKEND
The Town of Islip will host its 17th Annual Civil War Weekend at Islip Grange Park in Sayville, located at 10 Broadway Ave., at the corner of Montauk Highway and Broadway Ave. The event, presented in partnership with Company K, 67th Regiment, New York Infantry 1st Long Island Volunteers, invites residents and visitors to step back in time and experience American history brought to life. Admission and parking are FREE. For more information, please visit www. newyorkcivilwar.com or email historian@islipny.gov.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 14th
11:00AM-3:00PM
FARMINGDALE’S 15th ANNUAL ART IN
THE PARK EXHIBIT, SHOW & SALE
Free to Exhibit & Attend (must register in advance) and attend. Calling all artists! Showcase your talent at Farmingdale's 15th Annual Art in the Park Exhibit, Show & Sale on the Village Green. Visit the Village website community events page, stop by Village Hall for the artist application/details or email francie1112@aol.com. The event is planned by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee. Rain date: September 21st. Farmingdale Village Green, 361 Main Street, 516-2490093, www.farmingdalevillage.com
11:00AM
BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS
It's back to school time! Let Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street, give you a boost at the Blessing of the Backpacks, after the 9:30AM service, and enjoy Ice Cream Sunday! Please join us for our 9:30 service or the 11:00AM Blessingor both! All students, teachers and school workers are welcome.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21st
10:00AM-4:00PM 2025 WEST ISLIP COUNTRY FAIR West Islip Library Grounds, Higbie Lane & Montauk Hwy. Fun for Everyone! FREE ENTRY, Games, Food, Vendors, Music for listening + dancing and MORE. For more information, please visit www. WestIslipCountry Fair.org. Email: WestIslipCountryFair@gmail.com
Remedies For Creaky Floors
Hardwood
floors are coveted features in many homes.
The National Wood Flooring Association says wood floors are the most environmentally friendly flooring options available. In the United States, the hardwood forests that provide flooring products are growing twice as fast as they are being harvested. Furthermore, wood floors can last for many generations and require fewer raw materials to produce than other flooring options. That means less waste may end up in landfills.
Hardwood floors can endure for decades in a home, but over time those same floors may need some tender loving care to keep them looking good and working as they should. Squeaky floors are a common nuisance that homeowners may experience. Squeaking is often caused by movement and friction between floorboards. Treating the problem involves identifying the underlying issue.
• Loose hardware.
Squeaky floors may be due to the loosening of the hardware holding the floor in place, says The Home Depot. When nails or screws no longer are secured tightly, the boards can rub together. The noise heard is the sound produced by rubbing. Tightening or replacing the hardware can help reduce the squeaking.
• Counter-snap kit method. This Old House says this kit method is a great way to fix squeaks without damaging the floor. Once the source of the squeak is located, drill a 3/32-inch pilot hole through the hardwood flooring. Then insert a screw through the kit’s depth-control fixture and into the pilot hole, and drive it until it automatically snaps off below the wood surface. Follow this up by filling the hole with wood putty that matches the floor color. Once the putty is dry, lightly sand the area to blend.
• Use a shim or shims. Sometimes the floor may squeak because of
Girl Scouts Of Suffolk County Announce 2025 Holiday Light Show Design Award Winners
The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County (GSSC) today announced the five winners of its annual Holiday Light Show Design Contest. Each winning design will be transformed into a giant light display to be featured in the “Girl Scout Way” section of this year’s Holiday Light Show at Camp Edey this December.
a gap between the joists and the subfloor. Filling the gap with a small piece of wood called a shim can help alleviate the gap or gaps.
• Drive up screws. If a squeak is just in one spot, The Home Depot says that you may be able to drive short screws from below into the subfloor.
• Small gaps. For small gaps between boards, sprinkle talcum powder or powdered graphite between squeaky boards to reduce friction. Wood filler applied with a putty knife also may work. For larger gaps, use a liquid filler designed for wood floors. Homeowners also can visit their local home improvement center for other hardware solutions designed for underfloor repairs to remedy squeaks. Many work from underneath the floor and involve mounting plates or brackets to sure up the floor.
Squeaky floors can be problematic, but noises can be banished with some repair work.
The Holiday Light Show Design Contest invited Girl Scouts to submit original drawings—individually or with their troop—reflecting the theme: “When I think of Girl Scouts, I think of…”. The contest helps showcase the creativity of local Girl Scouts while raising funds that support GSSC programs, camp experiences, and financial assistance for girls across Suffolk County.
The 2025 winners are:
• Penelope Alambra, Smithtown, Troop 358, Brownie
• Ciara Weisbecker, Babylon, SU 14 (Juliette), Senior
“Our Holiday Light Show Design Contest is a perfect example of how Girl Scouts use their creativity and imagination to inspire the community,” said Tammy Severino, President & CEO of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. “We are proud to showcase these designs and give visitors a chance to see the girls’ ideas brought to life in lights.”
Pictured: Amani Bradley-Coleman, Sienna Lebron, Teresa Cortez, Natalia Ciborowski, Kaylee Jimenez, Kiera Green-Wilson, Maggie Ericson, Bomi Oyewo, Hanmi Oyewo, Lindenhurst, Troop 506, with their winning design. Photo courtesy of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County
Each winner will receive a Holiday Light Show Event Patch, pre-admission to the show for their immediate family to view their design, and a photo opportunity at Camp Edey alongside their illuminated creation.
Launched in 2004, the GSSC Holiday Light Show has become a cherished tradition in Suffolk County. Visitors experience a walkthrough Enchanted Forest at Camp Edey, featuring hundreds of light displays, a giant Christmas tree, photo opportunities, refreshments in the “Chill Zone,” and visits with Santa.
Tickets for the Light Show will go on sale later in the year at https://www. gssc.us/
About Girl Scouts of Suffolk County
Since 1968, Girl Scouts of Suffolk County has been committed to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. With over 15,000 members, they are one of the largest youth-serving agencies in Suffolk County. Girl Scouts helps girls develop their full individual potential, relate to others with increasing understanding, skill, and respect, develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision-making, and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills, and cooperation with others. For more information about the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County, please call (631) 543-6622 or visit www.gssc.us. Follow Girl Scouts of Suffolk County on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
Adult Games
Mondays, September 15, 22, & 29 1:00pm – 4:00pm
The Community Room is open for library patrons to play games of their own choosing. Patrons must bring their own games. New players are always welcome. Adults only. No registration required.
Classic Film Club:
Educating Rita
Wednesday, September 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Watch and discuss the film Educating Rita (1983). Sometimes students end up being the best teachers. A hairdresser and a professor
teach one another about life and happiness in this warm and witty comedy starring Michael Caine and Julie Walters. Running time: 110 minutes. Rated PG. No registration necessary.
Evening Book Discussion: Run for the Hills Thursday, September 11, 7:00pm – 7:45pm We will be reading the book Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson. Copies will be available at the Adult Reference Desk. Registration is required.
Medicare Savings Program & Medicaid Application
Assistance for the 65+, Blind, and Disabled Populations Friday, September 12, 11:00am - 2:00pm Health & Welfare Council of Long Island’s certified
Babylon Public Library
Healthcare Facilitated Enrollers will be at the library to provide enrollment assistance. The Facilitated Enroller will help clients fill out all applications and collect required documents to submit to the Department of Social Services. Please call their Healthcare Access Line at 516-505-4426 to make an appointment.
Wellness Walk Series Saturdays, September 13 & 27; October 4 & 25 10:00am – 11:00am Looking to be more active? Join us for this 4-session Wellness Walk series at Argyle Lake Park with Certified Personal Trainer Athena Manzella. Walkers will meet at the library by 9:55am and walk over to the park together. Registration is required.
Starry Night Painted Glass Candleholder
Monday, September 15, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Create a beautiful glass candleholder painted in the style of Starry Night and learn more about the artist of this masterpiece, Vincent Van Gogh. A nonrefundable $5.00 fee is due at registration.
Plots & Pastries:
The Story of Arthur Truluv Tuesday, September 16, 10:00am – 11:00am
We will be reading the book The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg. Books will be available at the Adult Reference Desk. Please register for this program.
Putting the Garden to Bed Wednesday, September 17, 6:00pm-7:30pm
As winter approaches some activities will help your garden survive the harsh conditions. Learn to strategically use fall leaves to support wildlife, protect tender plants and those not in the ground, and pruning best practices for wildlife and people. Proper cleaning and storing of tools and equipment will also be discussed. Presented by ReWild Long Island. Please register for this program.
Medicare 101 Workshop
Wednesday, September 24, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Join us for an educational seminar to help you understand how the Medicare system works. We will discuss: Medicare Parts A, B, C & D; Medicare Supplements & Medicare Advantage Plans and Prescription Drug Plans.
This workshop is beneficial if you are either turning 65 or if you are currently enrolled in Medicare and interested in learning more. Presented by Mary Parker and Steve Maisto of Senior Health Care Solutions. Please register for this program.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teens Raptors of Long Island with the Wildlife Center
Thursday, September 18, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
The Wildlife Center of Long Island is coming to the Babylon Library! Meet some of the fiercest apex predators on Long Island living right in our backyards. Grades 6-12. Registration required. Earn one hour of community service for attending.
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Legislator Kevin McCaffrey Announces Emergency Preparedness Seminar Series!
Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey is pleased to announce that he has partnered with the Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services and the Lindenhurst Memorial Library for an Emergency Preparedness Seminar Series this fall!
The Series kicks off on Thursday, September 25th, with an Emergency Preparedness Seminar presented by the Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management, where attendees will learn the importance of topics like creating a “gobag,” general storm safety preparedness tips, and ways to access local resources available during emergencies.
On Tuesday, October 21st, the Suffolk County Fire Marshal’s Office will host a hands-on Fire Extinguisher Training, where they will explain to attendees the different types of fire extinguishers, how and when to use them, and the importance of fire extinguisher maintenance!
Did You Know?
Some people may notice a day when people who adhere to the Jewish faith gather around bodies of water and seem to throw bread, a sight that may spark curiosity. This is a tradition that takes place during Rosh Hashanah. Tossing bread or crumbs of bread into water is part of the Jewish ritual of “Tashlich,” which is a symbolic act occurring on the first day of Rosh Hashanah. Tashlich means “casting off” in Hebrew. Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year when the faithful symbolically cleanse themselves of sins and other transgressions. Tossing the bread or crumbs away is symbolic of that cleansing. This helps start the new year on fresh footing.
The Series will conclude on Thursday, November 6th, with a Lithium-Ion Battery Workshop, where fire service professionals will teach attendees the basics of lithiumion batteries, starting with a basic understanding of what a lithium-ion battery is and including tips for safe storage, handling, and use of batteries. It will also include other related fire safety information.
Attendees can find out more about these great
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events and register for the individual sessions by visiting the Lindenhurst Memorial Library’s website at https:// www.lindenhurstlibrary.org/ events/month.
“The greater Lindenhurst and Babylon communities are no stranger to the dangers of coastal storms, and it is the responsibility of each and every one of us to share the message of preparedness to keep ourselves, our families, and our neighbors safe during times of disaster,” said Presiding Officer McCaffrey.
“I urge all my constituents to attend these great sessions and thank the Lindenhurst Memorial Library and Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services for their tremendous partnership.”
Said Suffolk County Chief Fire Marshal, Dr. Donald G. Lynch: “The Suffolk County
Summer Senior Advocate Schedules
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2025 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this
opportunity.”
This summer, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park: Friday, September 19, 9 – 11 am
• North Amityville Senior Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Wednesday, September 17, 10 am – 1 pm
• Tanner Park Senior Center, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesday, September 10, 8:30 am – 2 pm
• Spangle Drive Senior Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesday, September 23, 12 – 3 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesday, September 17, 8:30 am – 2 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville:
Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services is proud to partner with Legislator Kevin McCaffery to provide essential safety training to the public. In today’s rapidly evolving world, emergency preparedness, proper fire extinguisher use, and lithium-ion battery safety are more important than ever. Together, we are committed to equipping our communities with the knowledge and tools they need to stay prepared, protected, and safe.”
Lisa G. Kropp, Lindenhurst Memorial Library Director said: “As a certified sustainable library, we focus on empowering the local community by providing tools to help them prepare for weather-related and other emergency preparedness events that affect our area. The library enjoys working with local and regional government entities, as it is a great example of collaboration and partnership in support of the shared audience that we all serve. I want to thank Presiding Officer McCaffrey for using his local library as an information gateway.”
As the Suffolk County Legislature’s Presiding Officer, Legislator Kevin J. McCaffrey represents Suffolk County’s 14th Legislative District, which encompasses the Villages of Lindenhurst and Babylon, West Babylon, portions of Copiague and North Lindenhurst, and Babylon’s barrier beach communities.
Thursday, September 18, 8:30 am – 12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and trouble-free access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts
Fallmeans many things: leaves changing color, cool breezes and plenty of apples to pick. When an afternoon spent at the local orchard provides a bounty of apples, people can turn them into flavorpacked treats.This recipe for “Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts” from “Small Sweet Treats” (Gibbs Smith) by Zac Williams is a fall treat that blends apples (or pears) with the bright flavors of orange and cinnamon.
2 to 3 firm apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala) or pears (D’Anjou or Bartlett) cored and peeled
1⁄2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans, or pine nuts
DIRECTIONS:
1⁄4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1⁄2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons dark rum (optional)
Vanilla or seasonal ice cream, or whipped cream
Place 1 sheet of the puff pastry on a work surface and roll out any creases. Cut the pastry into fourths. Place the four pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the second sheet of pastry on the work surface. Cut the pastry into eight strips lengthwise and then cut in half horizontally to make 16 strips. Brush the edges of each of the 4 squares with the egg wash and then place a strip of pastry on each edge to make a border. Brush the edges again with egg wash, and score the edges every 1⁄2 inch to decorate the border. Thinly slice the apples or pears. Place the fruit slices on the pastry, within the border, in a decorative pattern. Sprinkle lightly with nuts, sugar and cinnamon. Bake the tarts on the middle rack of a preheated 425 F oven for 15 minutes, and then reduce heat to 375 F for an additional 10 minutes. The fruit should be cooked and the pastry golden brown and puffed. Remove from oven. Wile pastry is baking, heat the marmalade and rum in a small saucepan just until the marmalade has melted. As soon as the pastries are removed from the oven, brush the tops with the warmed marmalade to form a glaze. Cool to room temperature and serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
