SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19th
7:30PM
VETERAN'S PICNIC BEGINS AT 5:30PM POW/MIA VIGIL
Remember.Honor.Support Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst. Hosted by Sgt. John Sardielle American Legaion Post 1634 in conjunction with the Town of Babylon. For more information, please contact, Vigil Coordinator Billie Jo Vozza at 631669-3931 or secretary.post1634@ gmail.com.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 20th
10:00AM-3:00PM
ST. JOHN’S THRIFT SHOPPE ANNUAL YARD SALE
42 East John Street in Lindenhurst Home Decor, Clothing, Jewelry, Holiday Items, Toys, Crafts, Collectibles, Household Goods and so much more. Thrift Shoppe open during sale. Rain Date: Saturday, September 27th. For information, please call 631-226-1274
DOORS OPEN 6:30 PM NIGHT AT THE RACES
will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 N. Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Admission $10.00. For information contact 631-220-8667.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 21st
9:00AM-3:00PM
TERRACE PLAZA PALOOZA CAR SHOW Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 28. A $20 donation is required for entry. Terrace Plaza, 876 Connetquot Ave.
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
in Islip Terrace. The event features live music, vendor pop-ups, raffles, giveaways, and health screenings provided by Good Samaritan Hospital. Sponsored by Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, Clearer Results Gym, and Kiwanis. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Vendors interested in participating can contact @eatatcosmos on Instagram. Sponsorship inquiries may be directed to Sandy Flandina at 631-882-4994 or sandyflandina@hotmail.com.
9:00AM-4:00PM 36th ANNUAL COPIAGUE KIWANIS CAR SHOW AND MARKET PLACE Tanner Park, Copiague Phil Guerra - philcarshow@optonline. net. Rain date: September 21st. Copiague Kiwanis, PO Box 537 • Copiague, NY 11726, https ://www. copiaguekiwanis.org/
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
TUESDAY, SEPT. 23rd
7:00PM-9:00PM THE RISE AND FALL OF THE GOLD COAST ESTATE
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet hosts Richard Panchyk's program "The Rise and Fall of the Gold Coast Estates". For about half a century, the Gold Coast thrived across Nassau/
Suffolk before they began to vanish. Come take a visual journey and see the lavish homes that were built. The program will be held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave, and is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 631-5592915, www.isliphamlethistory.org.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 25th
6:00PM-7:00PM
PLANT BINGO
Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh. Win a plant while enjoying an evening of BINGO fun! Refreshments served after the program. Questions? contact paumanackegc@gmail.com
6:30PM
MUSIC BINGO
at the museum 3890 Waverly Ave. $25 for 2 bingo cards. Bring your own beverage; no outside food allowed. Seaford Historical Society. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi, 516-783-8629
SATURDAY, SEPT. 27th
11:30AM-1:00PM
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, OLPH Church in Lindenhurst has a support group to help you through your loss. The group starts on Saturdays, September 27-November 22, 2025. The group is a 9 week commitment and registration is required. A donation of $25 is appreciated. If interested, contact Linda Arpino, 631-592-1062 or email Forubabe77@ aol.com OLPH Church is located 210 South Wellwood Ave in Lindenhurst.
The Copiague Chamber of Commerce recently donated to the Town of Babylon Food Pantry. Peanut Butter and Jelly! Pictured are Chamber President Donna Farina, Chamber Board Member Joe Garguilo, and Babylon Town Clerk Gerry Compitello.
Copiague Students Eager For New School Year
At each of the district’s schools, teachers and staff greeted students as they arrived, setting a positive tone for the year ahead. The buzz of new beginnings filled the hallways as students met their teachers, reunited with classmates and became familiar with their schedules and routines.
As the 2025-2026 school year begins, the Copiague School District remains dedicated to fostering student achievement, strengthening schoolcommunity partnerships and preparing students for future success.
Copiague School District opened its doors for the 2025-2026 school year on Sept. 3. Photos courtesy of Copiague School District
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Call for Copiague Yearbooks!
Do you have an old Copiague school yearbook laying around? Consider donating it to the library’s yearbook collection! We are specifically looking for yearbooks from 1967, 1973, 1988, 1990, 1991, 2000, 2016, 2019, and 2023.
Halloween Costume Donation
Our Copiague teens will be collecting new or gently used costumes to be distributed just in time for Halloween! Come down to the Library anytime to donate your previous Halloween or dance recital costumes. A donation bin will be placed inside the Library. Beginning Monday, October 6 our Boo-tique will be opened to browse for costumes.
Toiletry Drive through October 25
Hygiene products are
essential to maintaining good health and can provide relief to individuals and families who are in need. Join us as we celebrate the Great Give Back by helping those families by donating new and unused items such as: dental hygiene products (toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, etc.), sanitization and PPE items (face coverings/ masks, sanitation wipes, hand sanitizer, gloves) and bathing products (shampoo, conditioner, soap, towels, etc.).
Holiday Food Drive
October 1 - November 30
The Library is hosting a food drive to support the Ace Center Food Pantry in North Amityville. We can accept donations of nonperishable food in jars, cans and sealed packets. We cannot accept anything homemade, expired, past its “best by” date, or opened items.
Latina Women Who
Conquered Hollywood: The Dolores Del Rio Story
Wednesday, September 17 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Join award winning Hollywood historian Sal St. George to explore the stories of the beautiful and talented Dolores Del Rio, who was the very first Latina to cross over into mainstream Old Hollywood. Del Rio opened the door for the fiery Lupe Velez (dubbed the Mexican
Spitfire), High Noon star
Katy Jurado, and Carmen Miranda, who appeared in countless hit musicals and was nicknamed “The Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.”
These iconic Hollywood stars paved the way for so many other Latina actresses during the history of motion pictures. Registration is required.
One-on-One Medicare
Counseling and Assistance Friday, September 19 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register for a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a Suffolk County RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program) to answer questions and provide information regarding Medicare health insurance, benefits, and savings programs. Registration is required.
Let’s Learn to Crochet Tuesdays, September 23, 30 October 14, 21, 28 November 4 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Back by popular demand!
Learn the basics of crocheting with Cynthia Noble. Please bring crochet needle sizes H/8-5.00MM, I/9-5.50MM or J/106.00MM and one skein of medium 4 yarn to the class. Registration is required.
Starting a Business on a Small Budget Tuesday, September 23 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Thinking about launching your own business but worried about the costs?
This practical workshop, led by a team member from SCORE, is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to start smart without breaking the bank. Learn the basics of setting up a business, choosing the right legal structure, understanding taxes and financial recordkeeping, insurance essentials and much more. Registration is required.
Celebration of Nutrition Wednesday, September 24 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Join SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator Anthony Garcia as he shares practical tips, clever tricks, and delicious recipes to help you celebrate healthy eating and better nutrition. Registration is required.
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