Bay Shore Schools senior athletes Max DeBonis and Payton Imhof were recognized
for 2024. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District
JULY HAPPENINGS
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THURSDAY, JULY 4
DOORS OPEN AT 5:00PM INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
This free family friendly event will be held at the LICH Amphitheatre at Bald Hill in Farmingville, NY. There will be a concert starting at 5:30PM followed by fireworks beginning at 9:15PM. For more information, call 631-6482500.
SUNDAY, JULY 7
2:00PM-7:00PM COMMUNITY BBQ
Community United Methodist Church at 100 Park Blvd in Massapequa is hosting a Community BBQ. Bounce house, Obstacle Course, Games, Activities & Face Painting. A $15 bracelet lets you play all day. Food & drinks also available for purchase. Cash or Venmo only. For more information, please call 516- 541-7008 or visit http://www. cumcmassapequa.org/
TUESDAY, JULY 9
7:30PM FREE CONCERT AND GRUCCI FIREWORKS SHOW
Supervisor Saladino and the Town Board invite residents to celebrate our nation at “Salute to America,” the Town’s upcoming free Concert and Grucci Fireworks Show at TOBAY Beach.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
9:00AM to 9:00PM, and continues on FRIDAY, JULY 12
9:00AM to 9:00PM SHOOTOUT FOR SOLDIERS
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board will host the 10th Annual “Shootout for Soldiers” 24-Hour Lacrosse Benefit
Game at the Town of Oyster Bay’s John J. Burns Park on Merrick Road in Massapequa. The event benefits veterans and active duty military personnel. The Long Island Air Force Association will conduct a special ceremony on July 12th at 11:00am to honor hometown Vietnam War Veterans and present them with medals that commemorate their service to our nation. For more information, please visit http:// shootoutforsoliders.com or contact Harry Jacobs at longisland@ shootoutforsoldiers.com at 516-315-3002.
FRIDAY, JULY 12
9:00AM-11:00 AM SPEAKER SERIES: RESTORATIVE AQUACULTURE & THE GREAT SOUTH BAY
How Does Aquaculture Affect Water Quality? Join us as we explore various aspects of how aquaculture can contribute to water quality restoration. Seating is limited. Registration is a must. Email info@ savethegreatsouthbay.org or call 631-848-0210 with any questions.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
11:30AM-3:00PM
LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER PICNIC Levittown Community Council’s 27th
Annual Lazy Days Of Summer Picnic FREE Admission, Entertainment, Games and Activities. Jerusalem Avenue Park at the East Village Green, Jerusalem Ave., Levittown. Open to all residents of the Levittown and Island Trees school district communities. For information, call 516-735-5901 or email levittowncouncil@yahoo.com
10:00AM-4:00PM
ANTIQUE CAR SHOW
Wantagh Preservation Society's 3rd annual Antique Car Show. Rain date: Saturday July 20th. Wantagh Preservation Society Museum, 1700 Wantagh Avenue in Wantagh. Fee adults $1. 17 yrs & younger are free. Refreshments for sale, 50/50 raffle, entertainment, kids crafts 12:00 - 2:00pm, music, museum complex sites will be open to the public. Any questions, please email Wantaghmuseum@gmail.com
TUESDAY, JULY 16
6:00PM
NORTH BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNUAL REORGANIZATION MEETING
The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its Annual Reorganization Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library. The regular meeting of the Board will immediately follow the Reorganization Meeting. The public is invited to attend. The North Babylon Public Library is located at 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon. for information, please call Marc D. Horowitz, Director, 631-669-4020
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! This is a fun, free block party for the whole family. Come enjoy live music, local vendors and outdoor dining. Rain date is July 24. There will be a second event on August 14 from 4:00PM9:00PM, with a rain date of August 21.Visit www.lindenhurstchamber.org for more information.
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Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Islip residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2024 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
Islip Summer Senior Advocate Schedule
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 Islip:
• Bay Shore Library, 1 S. Country Road, Brightwaters: Fridays, July 19 & September 20, 10 am – 12 pm
• Bishop McGann Housing, 200 Bishop McGann Drive, Central Islip: Mondays, July 22, August 26 & September 30, 10 am – 12 pm
• Brentwood Senior Nutrition, 16 Second Avenue, Brentwood: Mondays, July 22, August
19 & September 23, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
• Connetquot Library, 760 Ocean Avenue, Bohemia: Thursday, July 11 & September 12, 10 am – 12 pm
• East Islip Library, 381 E. Main Street, East Islip: Monday, August 12, 10 am – 12 pm
• Islip Library, 71 Monell Avenue, Islip: Mondays, July 8 & September 16, 10 am – 12 pm
• St. Anne’s Gardens, 80100 2nd Avenue, Brentwood:
Friday, August 2, 8:30 – 11 am
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 troublefree 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.”
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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.
Join the Suffolk County Public Libraries Summer Tour! – Pick up your free Suffolk Summer Tour
Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library
booklet at the Circulation Desk, Children’s Services Desk, or Adult Reference Desk. Bring your booklet with you when you visit public libraries all around Suffolk County any time from July 1st through August 31st. Go to the library website to find out more information regarding the Summer Library tour.
DISPLAYS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY:
Inside Display Case – The Brightwaters Historical Society is displaying some archived materials to share a look into the history of Brightwaters. Outside Display Case –“Your Tickets to Summer Fun” – come see what the Library has to offer this summer for all ages! Gallery – The Brightwaters Art Council Members present their Group Art Show.
Mini Food Pantry – The Bay Shore-Brightwaters Library has a Mini Food Pantry for those in the community that might need some extra help. If you are interested in contributing, please bring items to the Circulation Desk. Non-perishable food, baby items or paper products are greatly appreciated.
July 10th – Are You There God? It’s Me. Margaret. (2023)
July 17th – Asteroid City (2023)
July 24th – Barbie (2023)
July 31st – Blackberry (2023)
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: All films begin at 2:30 P.M. No registration is necessary.
ADULT PROGRAMS:
July 8th – Monday - 2024 SUMMER READING PROGRAM BEGINS for Adults – Pick up your bingo card and begin reading for a chance to collect fun library swag. Enter our raffle drawings and make the most of what your library has to offer.
July 9th – Tuesday from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. – Inside
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IB Diploma Student Recognition Night
The Bay Shore High School International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program held its annual IB Diploma Student Recognition Night to honor the high school seniors who have completed the necessary requirements to qualify for the IB diploma.
Board of Education
President Mrs. Jennifer Brownyard, Vice President
Mr. Louis Bettinelli, Trustees
Mrs. Susan Gargan and Mr. Guy Leggio, Superintendent Dr. Steven Maloney, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Mr. Rob Pashkin, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Curriculum and Instruction Dr. LaQuita Outlaw, Principal Steve Gordon, Assistant Principal
Dr. Michelle Garrett, Assistant Principal Mr. Pete Raio and IB Coordinator Mr. Jonathan Nelson were on hand to congratulate students. The students recognized math teacher, Mrs. Andrea Inganamorte, with the Spirit of Learning award.
As each student came forward, their Extended
Essay research paper title was announced. An IB graduation stole was placed on each diploma student’s shoulders to signify their completion of the IB diploma requirements. The light blue stole will be worn at the graduation ceremony to acknowledge their high academic achievement.
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the Beehive in Pictures and Video (BBA336) – Witness an apiary through the seasons with local apiarist Tom Santorelli. Learn about the challenges beekeepers face and the steps they must take to help the honeybees through their toughest time – winter.
July 10th - Wednesday 7:00 to 8:30 P.M – Fireside Book Discussion – The book to be discussed is Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Copies of the book in various formats are available a month before the next meeting at the Circulation Desk. If you are interested in joining the discussion, please email the Library at: staff@bsbwlibrary. org . The discussion is held inperson and on Zoom.
July 12th – Friday from
10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
– Defensive Driving Class (BBA124) – The fee for this class is $30.00 which must be paid at sign up. Learn to be a better driver and save money on your auto insurance with the Empire Safety School Driving Course. Please bring your New York State Driver’s License with you to this class. There will be a half hour lunch break.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: You must have a valid Bay Shore-Brightwaters Library Card in order to register for any programs.
Community Service Hours – Middle and High School students can earn community service hours by bringing in travel size hygiene products. Four items will earn students one hour of community service. These products will be used in the library’s clean
cabinet for our community members in need. Please bring your items to the teen or children’s desk.
July 8th – Monday – 2024 SUMMER READING PROGRAM BEGINS for Children ages birth through fifth grade. Earn prizes for reading or listening to any books you choose. Visit the library to sign up.
July 9th – Tuesday from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. – Inside the Beehive in Pictures and Video (BBA336) – Witness an apiary through the seasons with local apiarist Tom Santorelli. Learn about the challenges beekeepers face and the steps they must take to help the honeybees through their toughest time – winter.
July 10th - Wednesday 7:00 to 8:30 P.M – Fireside Book
Discussion – The book to be discussed is Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Copies of the book in various formats are available a month before the next meeting at the Circulation Desk. If you are interested in joining the discussion, please email the Library at: staff@bsbwlibrary. org . The discussion is held in-person and on Zoom.
July 12th – Friday from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. – Defensive Driving Class (BBA124) – The fee for this class is $30.00 which must be paid at sign up. Learn to be a better driver and save money on your auto insurance with the Empire Safety School Driving Course. Please bring your New York State Driver’s License with you to this class. There will be a half hour lunch break.
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