December 21, 2022 South Bay Shore

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for December is EAC Network

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:

It’s the holiday season; a time to be jolly. A time particularly for children to be happy. On Wednesday, December 14th, EAC Network stepped up to support children in need on Long Island who otherwise would not have the possibility to celebrate this Holiday season like every child deserves to by hosting a Holiday Shopping Spree at Walmart in Farmingdale.

More than a hundred children and young adults, from 4 to 19 years old, were able to get a $100 gift card to spend on gifts of their choice. The event was organized in collaboration with Bethpage Federal Credit Union (BFCU) who donated $10,000 and Summit Health-CityMD, who donated $5,000.

Malik and Adrian, both 14 years old, were so grateful to be part of the shopping spree. With sparkles in their eyes as they explored the isles at Walmart and admired the different items on the shelves, their first stop was at the electronic game area, where they eagerly looked at different options available. The feeling of gratitude for the possibility to acquire a game or two, along with other items, was palpable.

Volunteers from Bethpage Federal Credit Union and Summit HealthCityMD spent the afternoon with each child to assist them as they purchased gifts.

After picking up a game, with excitement and humility Malik said, “I now have only one item in my cart, but I have what I was looking for and it feels good. It feels great.”

Sadly, the number of children in foster care is rising throughout the United States. These children are at a much higher risk of incarceration, teenage pregnancy, substance abuse, lack of self-esteem and of ending up on public assistance. However, EAC Network’s Chance to Advance program works to bring meaningful change to the lives of at-risk children and youth in foster care by providing positive outlooks and enrichment opportunities through oneon-one mentoring as well as life skills workshops and activities, with the goal of assisting, caring and empowering children to take control of their lives.

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

EAC Staff & BCFU Volunteers at the Holiday Shopping Spree

Sign-In Station at the Holiday Shopping Spree

Eagle Scout Project To Support Hungry For Music

Scouts BSA Life Scout, Hanna R. of Troop 430

Chartered by Amvets Post 76, is working on her Eagle Scout Service Project and is asking for your help. The project includes collecting musical instruments to donate to Hungry for Music, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides instruments to schools

and children in need. The Instrument collection drive is ongoing and all band and orchestra instruments are accepted. If you or someone you know have an instrument you are no longer using and would like to donate, please call or text (631)647-0814 to set up pick up or drop off. Visit hungryformusic.org

for more information about the project beneficiary.

For more information on Scouts BSA in Suffolk County please visit https:// www.sccbsa.org/

For more information on scouting in the Bay Shore Brightwaters area visit:http:// troop0043bayshore. ScoutLander.com

Local Artist Finds New Success

Kristen Hadjoglou, a local artist from Eastport, New York, truly offers something different to the marketplace. Her signature personalized hand-made coloring books are what really launched her career as an artist, but she has expanded to offer various other products as well.

“I was born an artist,” said Kristen. “I always knew that growing up. I attended Rhode Island School of Design, where I earned a Bachelors of Fine Art in Painting. From there, I worked in multiple industries where I was able to express myself creatively. Life surprisingly led me into obtaining a career as a Financial Advisor, which has been very fulfilling since helping others is something I’ve always been passionate about.” However, Hadjoglou never lost her passion for the arts.

I worked on in my downtime turned into something that ended up being sold in local businesses and even on Amazon. People love to open up a physical book and see visuals that bring back special memories, and I love being a part of that.”

Patchogue.” Another special project Kristen recently produced is a personalized coloring book that was used by a local fireman’s foundation for fundraising efforts.

“If you dream it, I can probably find a way to make something fun with it,” said Kristen.

BSA Life Scout, Hanna R. of Troop 430 Chartered by Amvets Post 76, is working on her Eagle Scout Service Project and is asking for your help. The project includes collecting musical instruments to donate to Hungry for Music, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides instruments to schools and children in need. To donate, please call or text (631)647-0814

Student Selected For Honor Choir

As a long-time Eastport resident, she grew attached to many of the local businesses and what made the town so unique. “One day I drew a few pictures on a couple of pages as a gift for our local general store, and it quickly turned into an entire hand-drawn coloring book, which spotlighted the main destinations in the town. What started as a fun project

Since then, Kristen started her own company, Underdog Nation, where she sells her coloring books, stickers, clothing items, journals, puzzles and other fun gifts (such as crayons in the shape of people and stars)! With recent success, she is starting to focus more and more on her career as an artist. The best part is that Kristen can make something for any age group to enjoy.

“I recently finished a project with the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce, which was a custom coloring book that’s filled with drawings of local businesses. It brought the Chamber Members together in a special way and is being sold around

“Whether it’s a single page or a full book, everything I draw is by hand in my personal style and reflects how much I care about the project. I’ve been inspired by all things local and historic, and it’s been fun to find a new way to teach kids in our community about local history. Some other projects I’ve worked on came from my love of my Gen X childhood, whether that be vintage toys, movie quotes, thrift shopping or collecting. Each project differs, but I absolutely love what I do, and that means I usually get things done pretty fast! I’m living that dream phrase, ‘If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.’ Looks like I’m almost there.”

If you, your business, Chamber of Commerce, town or the like are interested in more information, please contact Kristen today at 631.245.8090 or kkhudn@ gmail.com.

You can also visit her website at www. underdognation.io.

EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT TO SUPPORT HUNGRY FOR MUSIC - Scouts

STUDENT SELECTED FOR HONOR CHOIR - Bay Shore High School student Sia K. has been chosen to represent the school in the 2023 ACDA National High School SSAA Honor Choir in Cincinnati. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

One South Country Road, Brightwaters, NY 11718 631-665-4350 www.bsbwlibrary.org ***

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

PARKING LOT WiFi

Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library

AVAILABILITY – To better serve our patrons, we have added new access points to improve WiFi availability outside our building. To utilize this expanded coverage, connect your device(s) to the new BSBW Outdoor WiFi network. The network should be reachable from anywhere in our parking lot.

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 PROGRAMS: 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.

Ongoing through December 30th – Mitten Tree – Help us keep the community warm this winter season. Please bring in new or handmade items such as mittens, gloves, hats and scarves to hang on our Mitten tree located in the Children’s Department. Donations will be given to a local agency who can distribute the items to those in need.

December 31st – Saturday

at 2:00 P.M. – Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the New Vintage Orchestra. The concert is free but you must have a ticket to attend this performance. Formed in 1992, the band puts forth an incredibly diverse range of musical talent. Featured is female vocalist Doris Anne Lewis, singing the hits of Ella Fitzgerald, Natalie Cole, Dianne Schure and many other swing singers.

Registration for all programs begins Thursday, December 29th at 9:30 A.M.

ADULT PROGRAMS:

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

January 4th – Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022)

January 18th – Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

January 11th – Elvis (2022)

January 25th – The Woman King (2022)

January 5th through February 2nd – Thursdays at 6:30 P.M. – General Guitar - Learn the important fundamentals of music through the guitar. This series of four classes is for any skill level. Guitar rentals are available through Reprise Music (631-871-0592). There is a $10.00 non-refundable fee for the 4 session class. Registration and payment must be made in person only. Limit of 20 Patrons.

January 7th – Saturday from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. – Defensive Driving Course with Empire Safety Council (BBA124) – There is a $30.00 fee made payable by cash, check or money order (made out to Empire Safety Council) due at the time of registration. Registration is in person only Out of district patrons may register and pay in person beginning January 12th.

January 11th – Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. – Fireside Book Discussion (BBA117) – The book to be discussed is The Book Woman’s Daughter (2022) by Kim Michele Richardson. 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

January 13th through March 3rd – Fridays from 10:00 to 11:30 A.M. Introduction to T’AI CHI CH’UAN (BBA130) – The non-refundable fee for this class is $30.00. This eightweek class in Yang-style T’ai Chi Ch’uan will focus on a two posture, ninemove short form. Patrons should wear loose fitting clothing that will allow for full body movement. Light, soft-soled shoes are also recommended. Limit of 20 patrons in this class.

MVP STAFF MEMBERS - The senior players on the Bay Shore Varsity Football team each selected a staff member to recognize for the impact they had on the player’s educational journey. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

Boys Cross Country Wins Division

Football Celebrates Seniors

Recognized For PSAT Scores

PUZZLE ANSWERS:

Loves attention and getting lots of pets.

10 year old female. Pomeranian. Sweet girl with an open personality.

LILY & HERMAN

8 year old Lhaso Apso and 5 year old Yorkie mix. Bonded pair. The best of friends.

S’MORES

OREO 2 year old male. MinPin. Clever, spirited, and a bit comedic. Loyal and devoted.

RAMON 9 year old male. Pomeranian. Confident. Extroverted and inquisitive.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY WINS DIVISION - he Bay Shore Boys Cross Country team won the Division 1 Championships with a 5K meet at Sunken Meadow Park. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

FOOTBALL CELEBRATES SENIORS - The Bay Shore Football team held its Senior Day to recognize the students that will be graduating and leaving the team this year. Best of luck to all the seniors! Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

RECOGNIZED FOR PSAT SCORES - Three students from Bay Shore High School have been recognized by the College Board for their scores on the PSAT. Maya Ammar, Toni Campos and William Haspel have been recognized as Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Photo courtesy of the Bay Shore School District

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 well-being 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.

West Babylon Alumni Foundation Hall Of Fame Nominating Application Deadline Is Approaching…

The deadline for submitting applications to nominate a West Babylon graduate for our Hall of fame is December 31, 2022. Applications can be obtained on our website www. westbabylonalumni.org or on our West Babylon Alumni Foundation Facebook page. The alumni awards recognize exceptional achievements of West Babylon graduates

who have made significant contributions to their profession/society & community. The nominees must be out of high school for a minimum of 5 years. There is also a category for a non-graduate who has made significant contributions to the betterment of the WB School District and community.

Completed forms and

supporting documents must be either hand delivered Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm to the Superintendent’s office or mailed (postmarked by December 31, 2022) to: West Babylon Alumni Foundation Att: Hall of Fame Committee 10 Farmingdale Rd. West Babylon, NY 11704

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TO place an ad in the CLASSIFIED section, call 631-226-2636, press “2” A sales representative will be happy to assist you

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THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experienced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, ext. 276

THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experi enced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, Ext. 276

Insurance Tips And Information

It’s the holidays…

The holidays are upon us and you’ve maxxed out the Visa card. And, while you won’t worry about how to pay down the debt until after January 2nd, you’ve possibly worried about what can go wrong.

Have you asked:

“Should I buy the extended warranty?”

“Should I buy insurance from the Rental Car agency?”

“Do I need replacement protection?”

“How do I insure this jewelry on my Home policy?”

“Do I need Full coverage on the kid’s used car?

What DOES FULL coverage mean?”

“Why am I buying more crap for my kid? Can’t I just pay for their own insurance?”

Call your insurance agent. (S)He can put your mind at ease and help you have a Happy New Year.

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Call Classified and one of our experienced sales representatives will help you. BIG BUDGET? SM ALL BUDGET? 631-226-2636, press 276

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Lights On A Christmas Tree

Lights on a Christmas tree may seem like a relatively recent phenomenon, but people who can’t wait to deck the halls each December may be surprised to learn that this beloved tradition dates all the way back to the late nineteenth century. Edward Johnson, a friend and colleague of Thomas Edison, introduced

holiday light bulbs in 1882. Prior to that, candles were lit on trees and families would briefly gaze at this awe-inspiring bit of holiday decor before the candles were quickly extinguished. Johnson is credited with being the first to suggest light bulbs, which were invented by his friend Edison, be used to light trees in

place of candles. While many were impressed by Johnson’s eightbulb holiday display, it remained a novelty until the 1920s, when preassembled lights became more accessible. Since then, Christmas tree lights have taken hold as a must-have piece of holiday decor in households across the globe.

KEN MARCUS

Article provided by Ken Marcus and Mitchell Barber