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Families Anonymous Virtual Meetings

12-Step support group giving Hope & Strength to parents, family and friends concerned with a loved one’s destructive behavior caused by Alcohol, Drugs or Related Behavioral Problems is now meeting virtually until further notice. For further information e-mail or call: Donna526@aol.com or (631) 589.3790; Diane (631) 587.0966, www. FamiliesAnonymous.org

Substance Abuse

(NAPSA)-The more you know about substance abuse, the better you can prevent problems. You don’t have to deal with addiction alone. Learn more at drugabuse.gov.

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: smarturl.it/NYBC_Urgent

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The Long Island Elite (LIE) is celebrating a milestone achievement—20 years of fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities. Since 2002, the organization has focused on cultivating the growth and leadership capabilities of Long Island business professionals, while raising awareness and funds for local charities. To highlight this milestone, and raise money for its Charity Partner of the Year United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island, the business networking and philanthropy group held its Great Gatsby Gala, channeling the glamour of the roaring 1920s.

“This year, the Long Island Elite celebrates its 20th Anniversary,” said Long Island Elite President Frank Morizio, Jr. “Organizations that hit this

Long Island Elite Great Gatsby Gala Celebrates Organization’s 20th Anniversary

remarkable milestone must be filled with mission driven people, who are themselves, remarkable. But that’s not all you need to get here.

Over the past 20 years, there have been hundreds of members, thousands of connections made, and millions of dollars raised to support organizations that are doing amazing things for our neighbors in need.”

The anniversary gala is a celebration of the vision that the LIE “Founders” had to support the growth of business and charitable efforts on Long Island.

To honor that vision, the LIE chose United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island to be its gala beneficiary and have committed to help them build an adaptive playground where children in their program can enjoy the simple pleasures of adolescent fun as all children should.

UCP of Long Island

has been committed to advancing the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with disabilities by creating Life Without Limits. The Children’s Center, located in Commack, has provided over 60 years of excellence in educational services including preschool, school-age programs and early intervention services tailored to meet the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs of children with disabilities from birth to 21 years of age. The Children’s Center currently serves over 80 infants and children through age 21, with a wide range of developmental disabilities and diagnoses.

Together, the L.I.E. and UCP of Long Island strive to improve the quality of life for individuals and families who have children with disabilities. Please help us by supporting this year’s

20th Anniversary Gala.

For information on how you can support the Long Island Elite and UCP of Long Island, visit www. longislandelite.com or email info@longislandelite. com.

About the Long Island Elite

The Long Island Elite is a registered 501(c)3

nonprofit organization that is dedicated to fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities. Its core goal is to bring business professionals together to support each other’s careers through a variety of networking, business and community functions.

The organization takes a leadership role in helping local nonprofits raise money and gain more recognition. As a philanthropic liaison, Long Island Elite provides forums such as special events, outreach programs, and fundraising support to help its annual charity partner organization grow and thrive.

Pearl Harbor 81st Commemorative Anniversary At Airpower Museum

On Sunday, December 7, 1941 the Japanese launched a surprise military assault on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. On December 8, 1941 President Franklin Delano Roosevelt gave his famous “date which will live in infamy” speech and following that Congress declared war and the United States entered into

World War II. Eighty one years later Veterans from all branches of the service came together to commemorate the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor at the Air Power Museum in Farmingdale, New York.

Veterans from World War II ranging in age from 93 to 102 were honored and given certificates

for their service. During the ceremony a bugler played taps in memory of those that perished on that day. Color Guards were provided by the Navy Reserves and other veterans organizations.

Over 200 Veterans and family members as well as local elected officials attended the commemorative ceremony.

Air Force Veteran Ed Freeberg from West Hempstead in front of a Pearl Harbor Memorial Plaque.

Navy Reserves Color Guard.

On Monday, December 19, 2022, Noelle Lambert and The Bryn Elliott Team concluded their Holiday Donation Drive, which ran for four weeks and had drop-off locations throughout Long Island. The drive brought in countless donations, all of which were given to a local non-profit organization, the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless (LICH).

“It was such a great experience and people didn’t hold back,” said Noelle Lambert, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “I received calls, texts and emails from people who heard of the drive and wanted to donate, many of which ended up giving so much that they couldn’t bring it all into a drop-off location in one trip. Although it’s a very sad reality that many individuals are experiencing homelessness and other hardships right here on Long Island, it was really refreshing to see our community come together and do something about it.”

The Long Island Coalition for the Homeless strives to end homelessness on Long Island, and to alleviate the issues associated with homelessness and poverty for homeless and at risk persons in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. The organization’s distribution center where the donations were brought is located at 600 Albany Avenue in Amityville,

and is also known as their boutique. People in need can make an appointment to come to the boutique and leave with clothes and other items, such as non perishable food and personal care products for free. LICH is here to work directly with people in need, as well as with case managers, shelter staff members, school employees, church members and the like who are helping these individuals.

”This organization does so much good and it was a pleasure to contribute towards their important mission,” said Bryn Elliott, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “So many people have clothing and miscellaneous items that they aren’t using, while others are in real need; it’s just a matter of coordinating a collection. However, it’s clear that the holiday spirit helped our drive quite a bit. I want to express how thankful we are to all who donated, as well as for the businesses that allowed us to use their locations for the drive, which includes USA Auto Body in East Patchogue, The Fish Store in Bayport, Long Island Media Group in

Farmingdale and Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Smithtown and Farmingville.”

“We are so very grateful for this drive that Noelle and The Bryn Elliott Team put together,” said Bailey Riekkinen, Community Engagement Specialist at LICH. “The Long Island Coalition for the Homeless will continue to advocate and serve until we achieve our mission of ending homelessness on Long Island. In 2022, we referred over 700 households for permanent housing through Coordinated Entry, a system that ensures the most vulnerable Long Islanders are prioritized for permanent, affordable housing. Affordable housing is scarce on Long Island, and we are consistently working hard at connecting Long Island’s most vulnerable to the available resources. Additionally, we received and distributed over 10,000 pounds of food and toiletries along with countless clothing items to locals that are homeless and at-risk on the streets and in shelters through our boutique and pantry.”

Together we can make a true difference in our community.

If you would like more information about starting a donation drive with the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless, please contact Bailey at 631.464.4314 x125. For more information about LICH and all they offer, visit www. addressthehomeless.org or call 631.464.4314.

Noelle Lambert & Bryn Elliott

Three Elwood-John Glenn Senior Football Players Earn All-County

Three exceptional Elwood-John H. Glenn High School varsity football players – wide receiver/defensive back Mario Bento, center Graig Decembre and

quarterback/safety Chris Franzese – were recently selected for All-County honors. The three senior student-athletes were

Coaches Association dinner on Dec. 5.

“Congratulations to Mario, Graig and Chris,” Athletic Director Dave Shanahan said. “What a great honor.”

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Northport-East Northport Public Library

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Inquiries about displaying your artwork in the library galleries are welcome. Please contact Kathryn Heaviside, Gallery Coordinator: 631-261-6930, ext. 319, or kathryn.heaviside@nenpl. org

Start the New Year with Healthy Eating Wednesday, January 4, 11:00 a.m (Zoom) Stephanie Schiff, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at Northwell Health’s Huntington Hospital, will discuss nutrition and wellness goals for the New

Year. Ms. Schiff has been a featured speaker on 1010 WINS and News12 Long Island. Registration is underway. NENA418 This program is co-sponsored by the public libraries in the Town of Huntington.

Disaster Preparedness— New York National Guard In Person at Northport Public Library

Thursday, January 5, 6:30 p.m.

Neighbor Pets’ Place Adopt

Notice Of Meeting

In accordance with the provisions of the “Open Meetings Law” (Chapter 511, Article 7, Section 94 of the Consolidated Laws of New York 1976 - amending the Public Officers Law), notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Board of Cooperative Educational Services of the Second Supervisory District of Suffolk County (Western Suffolk BOCES), will be held at Western Suffolk BOCES’ Administrative Offices, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, NY on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. The meeting is open to the public.

6:00 PM Meeting Convenes – there is a proposed Executive Session, subject to Board approval.

7:00 PM Public portion resumes beginning with Item Number 1 on the Agenda.

The Citizen Preparedness Corps is an emergency preparedness program initiated in 2014. New York National Guard service members will discuss developing a family emergency plan, what to do in the case of an active shooter situation, stocking up on supplies, and registering for NY-Alert, the free, statewide emergency alert system. Participants will receive the knowledge and tools to help prepare for emergencies, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible. Registration is underway. NENA407

Osteoporosis in Men and Women

Wednesday, January 11, 11:00 a.m. (Zoom) Maintaining the health and wellness of your bones is one of the most essential aspects of aging. Do not miss this great opportunity to get educated on the topic. Osteoporosis expert and physician, Dr. Frank Bonura, will lead this informative presentation. Registration is underway. NENA419 This program is co-sponsored by the public

libraries in the Town of Huntington.

The History of Huntington Pottery In Person at Northport Public Library

Sunday, January 15, 2:00 p.m.

Come learn about Huntington Pottery, produced locally from the 1820’s until about 1900 by the Brown Brothers company. Made from mud, this earthenware was prolific in the region and included pieces such as pitchers, jugs, butter pots, crocks, and more. Longtime collector Mark Smith will discuss the history and production process of this utilitarian artwork, and also display samples from his personal collection. Registration is underway. NENA420

Adult Mental Health First Aid

In Person at East Northport Public Library

Tuesdays, January 17 & 24, 5:00–9:00 p.m.

Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training is available for adults (18 years and older) to learn how to provide initial help and support to someone who may be experiencing a mental health-related crisis. Registration is underway.

NENR441 This program is co-sponsored by the Northport-East Northport Community Drug and Alcohol Task Force.

BARNEY 5-7 year old male. Gentle soul. Looking for a family to love.

DAHLIA 4-5 year old female. Happy and sweet girl who loves to sit right beside you.

GIA 8 year old female. Full of life with lots of energy and happiness to share.

PEPPERMINT PATTY 1-2 years old male. Loves going out for walks, playtime and running.

SIR SPARKLEPUFF 8 year old male. Lhasa Apso mix. Full of playfulness and enough cuddles to go around.

ROWDY

6 month old male. Pit mix. Sweet natured and affectionate boy.

CARNE ASADA

5 month old male. Labrador mix. Spunky little fellow. Eager to learn.

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10 year old male. Pekingese mix. Confident and an ideal lap warmer.

SENIOR FOOTBALL PLAYERS EARN ALL-COUNTY - Three exceptional Elwood-John H. Glenn High School varsity football players – wide receiver/defensive back Mario Bento, center Graig Decembre and quarterback/safety Chris Franzese –were recently selected for All-County honors. Photo courtesy of Elwood School District

honored at the annual Suffolk County Football

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for January is Pal-O-Mine Equestrian

www.pal-o-mine.org

Pal-O-Mine

Equestrian is a local non-profit organization that began in 1995 as a therapeutic horseback riding program for individuals with disabilities and other vulnerable populations. They grew from having two programs, eight horses and 80 students per week to 11 programs, 25 horses and 400 students per week - and they continue to grow today! “Our mission has been, and continues to be, to provide a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing,” said Lisa Gatti, Founder and CEO of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian. “We proudly serve individuals with disabilities, those who have been abused or neglected, the military and the impoverished.”

Their location in Islandia offers an unequaled setting for equestrian activities, with a 20-stall barn on 13 acres, handicapped accessible bathrooms, a 100’ x 120’ indoor arena with state-of-the-art-footing and a rider hoisting system, 3 outdoor riding arenas, classrooms, accessible playground, a greenhouse and a wellness center. They offer the following programs:

Lessons: This program provides quality adaptive riding and unmounted lessons that benefit individuals with cognitive, physical, emotional and mental disabilities. Each one of their riding instructors excels in their field and continues with training and certification throughout their careers.

Equine Assisted Learning: This program incorporates horses experientially for educational and emotional growth and learning. Using unique approaches to create positive and constructive learning experiences for children and adolescents who are at risk of failing in the traditional academic setting, this program has changed the lives of countless individuals.

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy: This follows a model designed by EAGALA,

Inc., the leading international EAP training and certifying organization.

Currently, Pal-OMine Equestrian has 7 Licensed Mental Health Professionals and 11 Equine Specialists who are certified in this model. Groups that are participating focus on the following issues: grief, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, substance abuse, addiction and codependency.

Speech & Occupational Therapy: Clients respond well to therapy incorporating activities with animals, and a variety of therapy goals can be addressed using this treatment strategy. Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists run this program to provide therapy services with the assistance of wonderful animals.

Military: For more than four thousand years, horses have been an integral part of warfare. Today, horses are still playing an important role in war, this time in the recovery of military veterans who have suffered emotional and/or physical injuries. This program is an EAGALA designated Military Program and offers individual, group and family sessions to help people heal.

Corporate Leadership: The way individuals interact and react with horses is very similar to the way they interact with their clients, customers, peers and work groups. People interpret horse behavior/emotions through the lens of their personal perception. How they interpret horses can often be a metaphor for their work, attitudes and relationships. Pal-O-Mine Equestrian is proud to offer a Corporate Leadership program.

For more information about this organization and all they offer, please call 631-348-1389 or visit www.pal-omine.org. Don’t miss next week’s article to learn about how you can get involved and help others in your community.

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

Medicare Lowers Premiums And Deductibles

Written by Barry Klitsberg, Nassau County Medicare Counselor, FCA

For those of us who are enrolled in the Medicare program, there is good news on the horizon. Medicare has made significant changes to its premiums and deductibles, lowering the cost to the beneficiary.

While the cost of just about everything has gone up, the monthly Medicare Part B premium has been reduced for the first time this century, from $170.10 to $164.90, for a yearly saving of $62.40. What’s more, the Medicare Part B deductible has gone down from $233 per year to $226. These two reductions have broken a string of yearly increases.

Medicare Part B generally covers medically necessary services, that is, services or supplies that are needed to diagnose or treat your medical condition and that meet accepted standards of medical practice. Part B also covers a wide range of preventive services from shots to screenings to prevent illness (like the flu) or detect it at

an early stage, when treatment is most likely to work best.

In addition, due to the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare will finally be able to negotiate prescription drug costs directly with pharmaceutical manufacturers. While this section of the law doesn’t go into effect until 2025, in the interim, beneficiaries who are insulin dependent can have their insulin costs capped at $35.00 per month. This can save hundreds of dollars a month. Also, the Inflation Reduction Act calls for out of pocket prescription expenses

to be capped at $2,000 annually.

In order to determine which type of plan works best for you, you should call the Nassau County Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program, HIICAP hotline. This is a free service that will guide you to the best plan for you. We have no affiliation with insurance companies, agents or brokers. Our number is 516-485-3754. While we are quite busy during Medicare Open Enrollment Season, we strive to return every call on our voice mail within two working days, and usually call sooner.

FCA can help. Answers to your Medicare questions are just a phone call away.

Barry Klitsberg is an Assistant Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance (HIICAP) Coordinator at FCA in Garden City and an Aging Services Program Specialist at US Department of Health and Human Services.

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The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall Of Fame Now Open To The Public

The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) is proud to announce the Grand Opening of the non-profit organization’s first physical facility, and Long Island’s very first Hall of Fame, on November 25th, 2022, at 97 Main Street, Stony Brook Village, NY. The location is near other LI cultural centers including The Long Island Museum, The

Jazz Loft and The Reboli Center.

“We are thrilled our organization has found a permanent home in such a wonderful location” said Ernie Canadeo, Chairman, LIMEHOF. “We’re excited to be able to share our world-class displays and unique memorabilia collection that showcases Long Island’s rich and diverse musical and entertainment history in

new and exciting ways. We feature different and exciting exhibits, displays, videos and education offerings that make the center a dynamic place for people to visit on a regular basis.”

The First Visitors

North Babylon Resident Cliff Schlesinger was the first public visitor to the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame when it opened on November 25th at 12 Noon.

Schlesinger says he was most excited to see the first exhibit “Long Island’s Legendary Club Scene – 1960’s-1980’s” which was Schlesinger says he was most excited to see the first exhibit “Long Island’s Legendary Club Scene – 1960’s-1980’s” which was created by renowned designer Kevin O’Callaghan to be “a club crawl” through Long Island’s legendary 60’s, 70’s and 80’s club scene.

“We used to go everywhere from Speaks in Island Park to The Mad Hatter in Stony Brook,” Schlesinger said. “We used to go everywhere to hear Twisted Sister and Zebra and all those bands so I can’t wait to see that exhibit.”

Over 500 public visitors came out to see LIMEHOF on its opening weekend. Also, LIMEHOF Inductee Richie Cannata performed on stage along with Mark Newman and LIMEHOF Long Island Sound Award Winner Kerry Kearney.

The first exhibit features replicas of clubs, with videos of artists performing, ads, posters, instruments, and an exact replica of a typical 1960’s stage, with vintage equipment and sound system. There is also a permanent “Hall of Fame” with plaques and exhibits recognizing over 120 inductees, as well as areas for a library, classrooms

LONG ISLAND MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT HALL OF FAME

for educational programs and master classes, a surround -sound theater and a gift shop with music and entertainment themed memorabilia.

There are a wide range of compelling visual elements and rare artifacts on display throughout the building. Inducted artists who have donated their memorabilia include Billy Joel, Joan Jett, Debbie Gibson, Blue Öyster Cult, Twisted Sister, and families and estates of Harry Chapin, Guy Lombardo, John Coltrane, and so many more. Donations include various

musical instruments, performance outfits, vintage automobiles and motorcycles, rare posters and photos, handwritten lyrics, and much more.

LIMEHOF has made strong associations and community support including Catholic Health which is the presenting sponsor and a strong supporter.

For more information about the Hall of Fame and Museum: www. limehof.org About LIMEHOF

Founded in 2004, the Long Island Music Hall of Fame is a 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to the idea that Long Island’s

musical heritage is an important resource to be celebrated and preserved for future generations.

The organization, which encompasses New York State’s Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings (Brooklyn) Counties, was created as a place of community that inspires and explores Long Island music in all its forms. To date, the organization has inducted more than 100 musicians and music industry executives, and also offers education programs and scholarships, and awards to Long Island students and educators.

The First Visitors

(LIMEHOF) - Ribbon Cutting at LIMEHOF VIP Preview event on November 22, 2022.

Joan Jett’s first car, 1983 Jaguar Photo Credit Ed Shin/LIMEHOF

Billy Joel’s motorcycle on display at LIMEHOF Photo Credit Ed Shin/LIMEHOF

Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island., established in 1985. “We assist more than 2,500 children and their families each year by

providing them clothing for children from newborn to size 12 as well as infant furniture at no cost,” says Pat Spencer of Port Washington.

The “store” – staffed entirely by volunteers – lets families pick out the things they need, at no cost to them.

Those interested in making

contributions of clothing or gift cards, should call Ethical Friends of Children at 516280-5526 or email efoc@ ehsli.org

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