February 1, 2023 South Bay Shore

One South Country Road, Brightwaters, NY 11718

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The Library hours are:

Monday through Thursday

9:30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M

Friday and Saturday

9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Sunday

12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M Curbside Pick up: Monday through Thursday

10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

Friday and Saturday

10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Sunday No Curbside

Check out our website, Facebook page and YouTube channel for announcements and learn about all of our activities. Monthly brochures and calendars are available on our website or stop by the Children’s Desk for a print version.

CHILDREN’S AND YOUNG ADULTS

Check out our website, Facebook page and YouTube channel for announcements about all of our activities for children and teens. You can also pick up a print version at the Children’s Desk and find more information about our Craft Kits and in-person programs. Our website is www.bsbwlibrary.org

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH

at the Library –February 8th – Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. – Fireside Book Discussion (BBA117)

The book to be discussed is The Other Black Girl by Zakiya D. Harris. Copies of the book in various formats are available at the Circulation Desk. If you are interested in joining the discussion please email us at: staff@bsbwlibrary. org

February 9th - Thursday at 6 P.M. – Silver Fox Songs

Celebrate the African-

Bay Shore-Brightwaters

Public Library

American experience with Rhonda Denet singing songs from the 1930s through the 1970s. She has a spirit that will warm your heart and a voice that will touch your soul.

February 15th –Wednesday at 6 P.M. –Black History Month Trivia Night – The New York City Trivia League is hosting this event. Join other trivia enthusiasts for this event as the hosts quiz you in a game all about Black History Month.

February 25th – Saturday at 7:00 P.M. – The Friends of the Bay ShoreBrightwaters Public Library Performing Arts Series presents Sugar & Spice. This is a high energy band that delivers finger-poppin’, soul-stirring music. The group will mix it up with songs you know and love. This performance is free, but you must have a ticket to attend. For more information ask at the Circulation Desk or call the Library at 631-6654350. This performance will be held at the library this year.

ARTS & LEISURE: The Arts & Leisure Group of the Bay ShoreBrightwaters Library is planning a trip to: LINCOLN CENTER on April 12, 2023 to see Camelot. The cost of the trip is $208.00 and includes bus transportation, driver gratuity and one Center Orchestra seat for the 2:00 P.M. matinee. The bus will leave the library at 9:30 A.M. so you can have time to walk about and enjoy lunch before the show. We will leave from Lincoln Center following this performance. Call the library or stop by the Circulation Desk for more information. You can also download the application from our website at www. bsbwlibrary.org There

are only a few more tickets available for this outing.

DISPLAYS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY: INSIDE SHOWCASE and OUTSIDE SHOWCASE –In honor of Black History Month, the Library showcases will feature books, photos and artwork from Bay Shore resident and Library Board Trustee Elder Frances Bell.

GALLERY: Come see a World of Color by abstract artist Thomas Sarc.

ADULT PROGRAMS:

Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies at 2:30 P.M. No registration is necessary.

Feb. 1st – Stormy Weather (1943) Feb. 15th –Soulfood (1997)

Feb. 8th – In the Heat of the Night (1967)

Feb 22nd – If Beale Street Could Talk (2018)

February 18th - Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Defensive Driving Course (BBA124)

The fee for this course is $30.00 payable by cash, check or money order (made out to Empire Safety Council) due at the time of registration. Please bring your New York State driver’s license. Registration is in person only.

February 26th – Sunday at 1:00 P.M. – Sondheim: The Early Years (BBA147) The Plaza Theatricals theater group is putting on this tribute to Stephen Sondheim. This fast paced production is an informative and entertaining tribute to the genius of Sondheim.

Bay Shore Volleyball Coach Recognized

Girls Volleyball Players Win Awards

BAY SHORE VOLLEYBALL COACH RECOGNIZED - Bay Shore Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach Jamie Soldinger has been named the 2022 League I Coach of the Year. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS WIN AWARDS - Members of the Bay Shore Girls Varsity Volleyball team were recognized at a recent dinner where they received awards commemorating their outstanding season. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

Neighbor Pets’ Place

Fully Licensed & Insured FREE ESTIMATES

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JANIE Young female. Cute and friendly looking for a best friend forever.

BROOKHAVEN

LINDA Female kitten. Calico. Playful and enjoys play time with the volunteers.

POPPIE Young female. Brown Tabby. Beautiful girl who can entertain herself.

WOLVERINE Handsome male Seeking his forever home.

TINY 4-6 year old male. Sweet and bouncy. Enjoys attention and getting pets.

SHELLY 7 year old female. Sweet girl. A ball of sunshine who loves to play.

BENTLEY 6 year old male. Beautiful boy that loves getting lots of pets and belly rubs.

LITTLE

SHELTER

HAZE

7 year old male. Puggle. Enjoys walks and exploring. Friendly with everyone.

ABRIL

1 year old male. Labrador mix. Shy girl with a sweet and gentle presence. 408386BN020123

BUBBLES

3 year old male. Cane Corso. Down to earth, goodnatured, well-mannered.

ULTRA

2 year old female. Boxer mix. Quick-witted with a good sense of humor.

NOW REGISTERING SCHOOL AGE

S.T.E.A.M. SUMMER CAMP

Child Care & Pre-School includes:

Flexible days (6 weeks - 5 years old)

• Full day “Creative Curriculum” taught to all ages and all levels

• Trained and OCFS qualified staff

• Organic/all natural meals and snack served daily (included)

• Free parent app for daily reports and insight into your child’s day

• Warm home-like loving environment

• Affordable options

• Field trips included - Locations and dates TBD

• Weekly themes and workshops include: make your own movie week, robot build-off, body, mind and physics & lots more fun!

• Daily outside themes and interactive lessons are taught in small groups geared to challenge every child no matter their age. Our program helps your child test the boundaries of creativity, design and exploration.

February Happenings

Wednesday, February 1 12:00PM-1:00PM

Alzheimer's Disease Book Club

The Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will be presenting the Virtual Caregiver Book Club starting February 1st for six weeks. They will be reading and discussing “On Pluto: Inside the Mind of Alzheimer's” by Greg O’Brien. To register for the virtual book club, contact Joanna Rekas at 800-272-3900 or jrekas@alz.org.

Thursday, February 2

11:00AM

White Elephant Sale

Free admission. Located at The Seaford American Legion. Contact Mary at 631-567-4483 for any additional information.

Sunday, February 5

2:00PM-5:00PM

Fundraiser To Support East Islip St. Patrick's Day Parade

A fundraiser to support the parade will be held at Harp & Hound in Islip. A $20 donation at the door includes assorted appetizers, live music by J&D Acoustics, and a cash bar. There will also be raffle baskets and a 50/50 raffle. Email localhibernians@gmail.com for more information.

Tuesday, February 7

7:00PM

Republic Airport Commission Meeting

The meeting will be held at the Republic Airport, Room 201, Farmingdale, NY. For more information, call 631-752-707 x6109 or email info@republicairport.net.

Saturday, February 11 5:30PM-8:30PM

Snowball Dinner

$10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children. Free for children 3 and under.

Items listed are free of charge. Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run in the calendar on a space available basis. For further information, call 631.226.2636, extension 211 or send events to nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com

Dinner held at The Westminster United Presbyterian Church. Tickets are limited. Call 631-661-6740 for tickets and more information.

Saturday, February 11 9:30AM-11:00AM

Bereavement Support Group

For 9 weeks at Our Lady Of Grace Church. Starting on February 11th and ends on April 8th. Call John 631-874-0210 or Fran 631-587-1578 for more information.

Saturday, February 11 22nd Annual WinterFest

Free admission. Arts and crafts for kids, free entertainment and more at Levittown Hall. For more information contact levittowncouncil@yahoo. com.

Saturday, Februrary 11

4:00PM-6:00PM

February Family Fun Day

For children 3 to 12 years old with an adult. There will be crafts, a scavengar hunt and more. Free event located at Community Presbyterian Church. Registration is required as space is limited. Call 631-242-0221 for more information.

Sunday, Februrary 12

9:00AM-3:00PM

Bellport Blood Drive

Located at the Bellport Community Center. Call 800-933-2566 or email mgatto@nybc.org to make an appointment.

Sunday, Februrary 12

10:00AM-11:30AM

12:00PM-1:30PM

Valentine's Day Card Exchange

Sensory Beans Inc. in Wantagh will be hosting their annual Valentine's Day Friends Card Exchange. $35 per child. Contact 516-308-1462 for more information.

Tuesday, Februrary 14

6:00PM & 7:00PM

Western Suffolk BOCES’ Board Meeting

The meeting will be held at the Western Suffolk BOCES’ Administrative Offices. Proposal Executive Section, subject to Board approval. Public portion beginning with Item Number 1 on the Agenda. Call 631-549-4900 ext. 223 for more information.

Friday, Februrary 17

10:00AM

Fire Island Frolic

A six mile hike to the Lighthouse at Robert Moses State Park. Meet at east end of Field 5 near the boardwalk entrance. Possible Robert Moses State Park Fee $10.00 or free with an Empire Pass. Contact Sal at 631-235-2059 or sailingsals60@gmail.com.

Monday, Februrary 20

9:00AM-12:00PM

Winter Break Camp

Starting February 20th and ends on February 24th. Children can have fun during their winter break with hands-on experiments and more at The Long Island Explorium. Grades: 3rd-6th. $375 per camper. Email lisa@longislandexplorium.org for more information.

Tuesday, Februrary 21

6:00PM

February Board Of Trustees Meeting

The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its February meeting. The public is invited to attend. Call 631-669-4020 for more information.

STALLER CENTER FOR THE ARTS

A cultural hub right in your own backyard!

LIL BUCK - MEMPHIS JOOKIN

Sat. Feb. 4 @ 8pm

KRISTIN CHENOWETH

Sat. Feb. 11 @ 8pm

EMERSON STRING QUARTET #2

Mon. Feb. 13 @ 7pm

STONY BROOK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Sat. Feb. 18 @ 8pm

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTERSONGS WE LOVE

Sat. Feb. 25 @ 8pm

GALA – AMERICAN BALLET

THEATRE

Sat. March 4 @ 7pm

STORM LARGE

Sat. March 18 @ 8pm

STONY BROOK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Sat. March 25 @ 8pm

PROKOFIEV’S PETER & THE WOLF FOR KIDS - Sun. March 26 @ 3pm

America’s National Ballet Company® is a show you do not want to miss!

March 4 @ 7pm | Main Stage

Regular Tickets & Gala Tickets available at stallercenter.com/gala

STARRY NIGHTS - SPRING

Wed. March 29 @ 7pm

MIKE E. WINFIELD - COMEDY

Thurs. March 30 @ 8pm

42ND STREET in HDFROM THE LONDON STAGE

Fri. March 31 @ 8pm

EMERSON STRING QUARTET #3

Tue April 11 @ 7pm

DIAVOLO - ARCHITECTURE IN MOTION

Sat April 15 @ 8pm

MIKE BIRBIGLIA

Fri. April 21 @ 8pm

SHELÉA

Sat. April 22 @ 8pm

STONY BROOK OPERALA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN

Sat April 29 @ 8pm

Sun. April 30 @ 3pm

DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM

Sun. May 7 @ 7pm

LIVE PERFORMANCES STREAMING IN HD FROM THE MET OPERA Schedule at stallercenter.com/HD

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for February is The Corporate Source

www.thecorporatesource.org

The Corporate Source (TCS) is a non-profit organization that started in 1996. They strive to change the perceptions of individuals with disabilities in the workforce by having them work in integrated settings where their value, productivity, commitment and dedication can be experienced by all. To accomplish this mission, TCS addresses the factors a ecting employment inequity and overcomes barriers to employment that keep this staggering number of people with disabilities excluded from the workforce. TCS is extremely proud of their work and today the operate in over 100 locations , many here on Long Island, NY.

Despite an increased knowledge base and laws, such as the Americans With Disabilities Act, the overwhelming number of people with disabilities are either unemployed or underemployed. In America alone, roughly 61 million adults live with a disability. Today, about 1 in 6 American children are diagnosed with a developmental disability and they then age out of most public programming when they become 21. With less to do each day and having fewer prospects for employment, these young adults often become socially isolated and depressed.

Sometimes, employers may have misconceptions which make them reluctant to hire a person with disabilities. TCS works to change perceptions to show employers the benefits of an inclusive workforce. Given the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and capabilities, these employees show dependability, honesty, tenacity and dedication to doing the best job possible. Several TCS workers have received awards and recognition for their achievements and outstanding performance on the job.

TCS employs nearly 400 people with disabilities in the greater New York tristate region, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, providing outsourcing services to several federal, state and

private sector organizations. A small sample of their longterm client collaborations include Janitorial and Disinfecting Services for the US Merchant Marine Academy, Mail-room Operations at Long Island and NYC Internal Revenue Service locations, Call Center Support at the Manhattan VA Medical Center and Kennel Care for the Department of Homeland Security at JFK Airport.

Most recently, they have partnered with the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) to develop a program for professionally educating and training people with disabilities for entry level positions in the growing IT field. Corporations like Microsoft, Ernst & Young and more have had very positive experiences where people with disabilities are e ective for these positions from a number of perspectives.

This non-profit works year-round through special events, networking opportunities, social media outreach and other e orts to raise awareness and funds to support disability employment initiatives. There are many ways that you can support the mission of TCS.

For more information, visit www. thecorporatesource.org or contact Ruth-Ann Gater at ruth-ann.gater@ thecorporatesource.org and stay tuned for next week’s article.

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

Did You Know?

A massage may be seen as the ideal way to unwind at the end of a long week. According to the Mayo Clinic, massage is a component of integrative medicine that is increasingly being offered along with standard treatments for a host of medical conditions and situations. Massage

has long been associated with helping to reduce stress, pain, muscle soreness, and tension. And massage also can help improve circulation and lower heart rate and blood pressure. However, various studies also have suggested massage can be utilized to treat a range of additional conditions,

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including anxiety, headaches, fibromyalgia, and nerve pain. The Mayo Clinic notes that more study is needed to confirm the benefits of massage for treating such conditions, but massage can remain a beneficial component of wellness regimens.

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Do You Have A GPS Plan For 2023?

Last month I wrote about starting the year on a strong note. My advice included reviewing your goals from last year, organizing your business and home, and moving all your correspondence to the digital world.

Today, I want to share something I learned a few months ago; how to write a GPS plan to help you achieve your goals in 2023. To be successful in business, you must continue to learn and grow. The month-long workshop I took helped me create a roadmap for success and identified potential obstacles that I might run into along the way. Here are a few of the key takeaways:

1) Have a Strategic Goal for December 31st: Where

do you want to be with your business at the end of the year? Write down specific, measurable goals (e.g., revenue, profit, number of items sold). This exercise helped me visualize what success will look like on 12/31/23.

2) Write Your GPS Plan:

It’s the same idea as using your phone when you need to drive somewhere that you haven’t been to before. When you get into the car, you don’t put your phone away, you put it on the dashboard and follow every direction. Write your strategic goal at the top of a page, then include everything you will need to do during the year to hit that goal. This includes sales, expenses, finding new customers, opening

a new location, buying equipment, using social media, etc. Once you have everything written down and broken out by month, you have a GPS plan for your business. The key is to follow it! Don’t put it in a filing cabinet.

3) Identify Obstacles. In my workshop, we played something called the “What If” game. We had to write down 10 things that kept us up at night. For example, what if…my building burned down? What if…my computers were hacked? What if…the housing market crashed? For every question, we had to write a response on how we would handle it. After I was done, I wrote “Emergency Response Plan” on the front of my paper. Now, if

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New York Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency

Help Needed - @ New York Blood Center has issued a blood emergency. The blood supply has dropped from 5 days to a 2-3 day supply, and 1-2 day supply of type O; NYBC warns this could signal more severe shortages in the weeks ahead. Please sign up to donate at a convenient donation location near you:

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Donating blood is safe and it only takes one hour. We are taking extra precautions to help prevent the personto-person spread of COVID-19.

Donors can schedule appointments by calling 1-800-9332566 or visiting www. nybc.org.

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