August 2, 2023 - August 15, 2023 Suffolk Zone 2

Lightning Warriors To Host 4th Annual Mini Maniac Youth Triathlon

Lightning Warriors, a notfor-profit youth triathlon team, will be hosting its 4th annual Mini Maniac Youth Triathlon on Sunday September 17, 2023 at 7:00 AM at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai, New York.

This year’s Mini Maniac event will be geared toward triathletes of all levels between the ages of 7 and 17. While all racers will be participating in a youth triathlon, races will be divided into three separate age groups with swimming, biking and running distances varying accordingly. Younger athletes are also encouraged to register to participate in the Splash & Dash event, which is a 50-meter swim and a quarter-mile run for athletes between the ages of 5 and 7.

“I am excited to see the smiles and accomplishments as each athlete crosses the finish line and for those

first timers being called a triathlete,” says Lightning Warriors Head Coach Noah Lam.

All Mini Maniac participants will be able to take part in training clinics with the Lightning Warriors team in the months leading up to the triathlon. Favor bags will also be distributed to each racer, as well as medals for all finishers, awards for the top male and female finishers and postrace refreshments.

Participating in youth triathlons help build positive physical activity habits in children. According to Lam, “Every child should be able to swim, bike and run as those are lifetime skills… We’ve also seen that physical activity can provide immense benefits for mental health, more selfesteem, a sharper focus on achieving goals and a better ability to connect with other kids.”

Athletes’ individual skills will also be enhanced by being a part of a team in a healthy competitive and supportive space. “You get to find new ways to overcome adversity in a safe environment,” Lam states. These skills will thus motivate them to exuberate confidence and conquer their goals, both inside and outside of racing.

The Mini Maniac event is the largest sanctioned kids triathlon on Long Island with 135 participants in 2022, and an expected attendance of 200 racers this year. To register for Mini Maniac, visit www.runsignup.com/ minimaniac. Registration ends on September 15, 2023 at 1:30 PM EDT.

Mini Maniacs is also seeking volunteers for this event. Anyone who is interested may sign up at www.runsignup.com/Race/ Volunteer/NY/MountSinai/ MiniManicYouthTriathlon.

SAVE THE DATE: Field Of Heroes Youth Clinic Returns For Second Year On August 27th

Town of Smithtown Supervisor Ed

Wehrheim

and New York State Senator Mario R. Mattera have teamed up for the second year in a row to present a free baseball and softball clinic for male and female youths at Daniel J. Flynn Memorial Park. On Sunday, August 27th, children ages 6-18 are invited to hone their craft with former Major League Baseball stars and local school coaches. The clinic runs from 10:00 AM through 1:15 PM and includes a complimentary lunch for families, participants and guests. Last year, over 750 youth participants enrolled in the clinic, with well over 2,100 people enjoying an unforgettable day.

“I want to thank Senator Mattera and his staff, for coming up with this truly memorable idea to give to the community. This is what Flynn Memorial was created for and I think Danny would agree… It gives me a great sense of joy to facilitate the opportunity for local boys and girls to learn from baseball’s legends and our own community coaches. I’d highly encourage families to register their kids for this unbelievable occasion once registration opens at a later date.” - Supervisor Ed

Wehrheim

Major League Baseball legends will coach and inspire youth players at various stations throughout the day. The opening ceremony will pay tribute to our American heroes on the field named in honor of Daniel J. Flynn, a member of the 725th Military Police Battalion, C Company, who was killed in action during the Vietnam War. The guest of honor this year is former Congressman Lee M. Zeldin, in celebration

of his public service, nonprofit endeavors, and active duty in the United States Army as a Military Intelligence Officer, Prosecutor and Military Magistrate.

All proceeds from the event will go towards the renovation of the Community Living Center courtyard at the Northport VA Medical Center.

Registration will be open to the public by the end of July.

Flynn Memorial Park is located at 29 Old Commack Rd. in Commack, NY 11725

About Heros 4 Our Heroes Foundation: The day after 9/11, the Panico’s wanted to do something to aid our rescue workers, so they loaded up a mobile catering truck full of food from their market in Smithtown and drove to Ground Zero. They cooked for ten straight days at the World Trade Center site and continued to provide free meals to first responders and frontline workers for the next 21

years. Every September 11th, Heros 4 Our Heroes prepares and gives away over 3,000 heroes to firefighters, policemen and veterans. During the holidays, Heros 4 Our Heroes distributes turkey dinners on Thanksgiving and ham or turkey dinners for Christmas at the VA Medical Center. Since September 11th, 2001, the Panico’s have served as an inspiration to the people of Smithtown by serving thousands of complimentary meals to frontline workers at hospitals, nursing homes, veterans facilities and dozens of other entities, in honor of the thousands of heroes who serve us every day.

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Athletic Facility Improvements

At Smithtown High School East And High School West

Improvements are being made to the Smithtown High School East and High School West athletic facilities.

At High School East, crews are working on the turf and track as well as the baseball, softball and

main fields. High School West track renovation has also begun as well as phase two of the field work. Due to temperature constraints last winter, this phase had to wait until now. There is also roof rehabilitation being done

along with school window replacements and fire alarm system upgrades. All work is expected to be completed by the beginning of the new school year and was approved in the 2021 passing of the capital project bond referendum.

Smithtown High School West Music Honor Society Named Best In State

The Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter #1338 from Smithtown High School West has been recognized as Chapter of the Year in New York State. This is a very prestigious honor bestowed by the National Association for Music Education. The district

congratulates Orchestra Director Joseph Cotignola and student officers president Stephen Jung, vice president David Rubin, secretary Anabelle Kreitzman, public relations Justin Martin, historian James Corcoran and treasurer Katie Greening on this achievement.

This summer, the honor society will be given a commemorative banner for recognition of this outstanding accomplishment. The Tri-M Music Honor Society is the only national honor society for student musicians in the country.

IMPROVEMENTS BEING MADE TO ATHLETICS FACILITIES - Improvements are being made to the Smithtown High School East and High School West athletics facilities. Photos courtesy of Smithtown CSD

MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY NAMED BEST IN STATE - Smithtown High School West Tri-M Music Honor Society named best in state. This is a very prestigious honor bestowed by the National Association for Music Education. Photos courtesy of Smithtown CSD

Summer Concerts Return To Smithtown

The Town of Smithtown Recreation Department is pleased to present the community with a lineup of free outdoor live music at Long Beach and Hoyt Farm all summer long. On Friday nights, residents can enjoy live music at Long Beach in Nissequogue beginning at 7PM. On Sundays, residents can head over to Hoyt Farm in Commack for another fantastic evening of music starting at 7PM. The Summer Concert Series features a vast selection of genres, from doo wop and classic rock, to billboard hits from some of the best tribute bands on Long Island.

Concerts are open to Smithtown residents on a firstcome, first-served basis. A Town parking sticker or proof of residency is required upon entering Long Beach and Hoyt Farm. Residents are encouraged to bring chairs and picnic dinners. Handicap parking is available.

Concert Schedules:

Long Beach: Fridays at 7PM

Friday, August 4th - Guilty Pleasures (80’s Band)

Friday, August 11th - Radio Flashback (70’s/80’s Band)

Friday, August 18th - Dion Mills Music (Dance Band)

Long Beach Rain Date - Friday, August 25th

Hoyt Farm: Sundays at 7PM

Sunday, July 23rd - The Dedications (50’s/60’s Band)

Sunday, July 30th - Streetfighter (Rolling Stones Tribute)

Sunday, August 6th - Rock of 80’s (80’s Band)

Sunday, August 13th - Misty Mountain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)

Hoyt Concert Rain Dates - Sunday, August 20th and August 27th

Kids Day Rain Date - Sunday, Sept. 3rd

Dr. Mary-Ellen Kakalos Named New Smithtown Elementary School Principal

The Smithtown Central School District has announced Dr. MaryEllen Kakalos as the new Smithtown Elementary School principal.

Dr. Kakalos, who replaces Janine Lavery who retired this past spring, has more than 25 years of experience in education. She has served as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, literacy coach and, most recently, held the role of assistant principal at the Seaford Manor Elementary school. She completed her doctorate last year from St. John’s University with a focus on virtual professional development and adult learning.

“I am looking forward to meeting the students, families, and staff at Smithtown Elementary and to all of the wonderful

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memories they will create together!” Dr. Kakalos said. “I am excited to join the Smithtown team and begin the next chapter in my career as the principal of Smithtown Elementary school!”

THURSDAY, AUGUST 3

7:00PM

SUMMER UNDER THE STARS POP CONCERT

The West Islip Symphony Orchestra presents Summer Under The Stars Pop Concert at West Islip Beach. Bring your own chairs. For more information call 631-661-8348 or visit westislipsymphony.org.

7:00PM

SUMMER BLAST SOCIAL NIGHT

Marconi Lodge #2232 Sons & Daughters of ITALY presents Summer Blast Social Night with ugly shorts contest. Full Buffet Dinner, includes beer, wine, soda, coffee and dessert. DJ Rick will provide music for dancing. $30 per person. Reservations required. Call John Spiezio at 631-206-1123.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

9:30PM

NIGHT OWL CINEMA: BLADE RUNNER

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

7:00PM

SHOW ME THE MONEY

Amityville Fire Department Hose #4 and Kiwanis Club of Amityville presents Show Me The Money at the Amityville Fire Department. 10 games for a chance to win big money! $10 admission includes appetizers, coffee, cake and one set of cards. To reserve a spot email amityvillekiwanis@gmail.com.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: HONEY, I SHRUNK THE KIDS

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8

7:00PM-8:00PM

INFORMATION SESSION: HOSPICE VOLUNTEERING

Northwell Hospice Care Network is hosting an informational session in Woodbury for those who want to learn more about volunteer opportunities at Hospice. Meet current HCN volunteers and learn about our services. Interested in attending, RSVP is needed to sallen10@northwell.edu.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9

7:00PM

COMIC GEMS: COMING TO AMERICA

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

9:30PM

NIGHT OWL CINEMA: JENNIFER'S BODY

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

9:00AM-2:30PM

BLOOD DRIVE

Be a Summer Lifesaver and donate at the Bellport Community Center. To make an appointment, please call 800.966.2566 or contact Melissa at mgatto@nybc.org. Walk-ins are welcome!

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: THE MUPPET MOVIE

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

6:00PM-11:00PM

FEAST OF SAINT PIUS X

Held from August 17th to August 20th. Sunday open from 4PM-10PM. Located at 270 Washington Avenue in Plainview. There will be nightly entertainment, rides and games, beer and wine bar, pastry bar and more! Pay one price for all rides, available every night. For more information contact St. Pius X at 516-938-3956.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: THE IRON GIANT

Huntington’s Cinema Arts Centre will be hosting a selection of special events that include screenings of beloved family movies, and cult classics. Visit cinemaartscentre.org for more information.

DR. MARY-ELLEN KAKALOS

Smithtown Booster Club Summer Camp In Full Swing

The Smithtown Booster Club Summer Camp activities are going strong as a new generation of stars are getting some work in. Smithtown Central School District students of all ages have their choices of badminton, baseball, basketball, cheerleading, field hockey, football,

softball, tennis, twirling, volleyball, wrestling, lacrosse, badminton and kickline.

The camps are directed by current head coaches from Smithtown High School East and High School West, as well as other coaches throughout the district. In addition, former alumni

from both Smithtown High Schools pitch in as volunteers.

The students learn the fundamentals of each sport, but as Smithtown High School lacrosse coach Stephen Costello said, “I want them to learn but, most importantly, have fun because it’s camp.”

BOOSTER CLUB SUMMER CAMP - Smithtown Booster Club Summer Camp fun.

Photos courtesy of Smithtown CSD

Local Scout Presented With Boy Scout Jewish Religious Emblem

The first eleven points of the Boy Scout Law must be demonstrated in order to go from one rank to the next, including Eagle.

The 12th point --”A Scout is Reverent”-- “-- can be demonstrated in a variety of ways including the earning of the religious award of the Scout’s individual faith.

As with all the religious emblems, these are not an award for Scouting skills, but rather an emblem authorized by the Boy

Scouts of America to be worn on the Scout’s uniform after satisfactory completion of the necessary requirements.

This award, earned by Jewish Boy Scouts 11 to 18, requires study concerned with home observance, synagogue worship, Jewish study, the American Jewish community, world Jewry, and a service project. It is one of the three recognitions earned as a Boy Scout that can be worn on their adult volunteer uniform – the

religious emblem, the Arrow of Light (as a Webelos Scout) and the Eagle Scout knots.

In observance of the 12th point of the Scout Law, Fort Salonga resident Eagle Scout Rebecca Aronberg of Troop 539G of Kings Park was presented with her Ner Tamid Emblem on May 30, 2023 at her final troop meeting of the season, held at the troop’s weekly meeting place – William T. Rogers Middle School

Children With Special Needs Will Help Ultra Runner Finish 100 Miles This September

Founder and CEO of Breakthrough Intensive Physical Therapy, Dr. Christine Astarita, will be running 100 miles within 24 hours on September 9th & 10th, 2023 while wheeling Breakthrough clients in an adaptive stroller to fundraise and aid support for the special needs community. Dr. Astrarita will be running from the Montauk Lighthouse to the Breakthrough office, stopping at the homes of the Angela’s House 501(c)3 along the route. This is the second Run to Breakthrough fundraiser event that Christine and her team are hosting. Back in 2021, she ran 85 miles while pushing some of Breakthrough’s clients from the Montauk Lighthouse to the Breakthrough office in Islandia, NY. With the help of the community’s donations and local businesses sponsoring the event, over $20,000 was raised for Angela’s House (Long Island based nonprofit organization that assists families caring for children with special health care needs, the chronically ill, medically fragile, or those suffering from a life threatening illness). This year, Christine will also be giving away THREE prizes to the top 3 families who create a team on the

fundraiser’s website and raise the most money to support the cause. The first place winner will be receiving a $3,000.00 credit towards their sessions at Breakthrough. The Second place winner will receive a $2,000.00 credit and the third place winner will receive a $1,000.00 credit towards Breakthrough PT sessions.

Reflecting on the last year’s challenges and experiences, Dr. Astarita decided that she wanted to make the theme of this year’s run, Resilience.

“These children and their families don’t get to choose their challenges. They face adversity every single day; worrying about medical procedures, medication changes, disruptions in services, advocating for their child’s rights/being their child’s voice, long hospital stays… the list can go on and on. These families define resilience.

As I’ve said so many times in the past, our families and clients have taught me more than I could ever have given to them. 2021 was an 85 mile journey that although I may have been physically carrying our families through, they carried my heart. How?

Because they taught me that when it gets really hard, like really really hard…that you can’t stay in that forever.

(Kings Park), by JCOS PR Chair Phyllis Stein.  Eagle Scout Rebecca Aronberg was presented with a medal, certificate, and the special purple and silver “scouting religious emblem knot” that is sewn onto her uniform.

Rebecca Aronberg is the first Female Boy Scout to

have earned her Ner Tamid Jewish Scout religious Emblem in Suffolk County Council (Scouts BSA) the North East Region, and among the first to do so in the National ScoutsBSA.

Eagle Scout Rebecca Aronberg is the daughter of Mark and Suh San Aronberg

of Fort Salonga and younger sister of Matthew Aronberg (Eagle Scout 640 Troop #0240 Bronx, NY), Adam Aronberg (Eagle Scout 640 Troop #0240 Bronx, NY) and Cody Caballero (Eagle Scout Troop #539B, Kings Park, NY).

They reminded me that challenges help us find the best versions of ourselves; They are what help us stay present, grateful, and remind us to continue to believe.”

-Dr. Christine Astarita

To Register a Team or to Donate, please visit https:// angelashouse.rallybound. org/2023RTBT

Angela’s House is a Non-Profit Long Island based organization that gives a helping hand to families that have children with special health care needs. They assist over 670 families that take care of their kids at home (providing medical equipment, nursing support, medications, therapies, and making sure homes are handicapped accessible). Additionally, they provide a safe and nurturing environment in their three “Angela’s Houses” for those who are unable to live at home anymore (homes with 24 hour nursing care). 25 years ago, this organization was founded by the Policastro family as a result of the real life crisis they personally lived through, with their daughter Angela. Because they have first hand experience having a child with special health care needs, their approach and passion for helping other families is so ignited.

SCOPE Summer Program In Session For Smithtown Students

SCOPE Education Services, in cooperation with the Smithtown Central School District, is continuing its exciting Summer Enrichment Program for SCSD students.

“We are delighted to be able to offer this program again to your children in the hope of providing an enriching way to expand their learning while having fun,” said SCOPE Summer Director Michael Hart.

Students participate in a variety of educational activities while at Great Hollow Middle School, from coding and clay creations, to sports, science, theater and more.

LOCAL SCOUT PRESENTED WITH BOY SCOUT JEWISH RELIGIOUS EMBLEM - Pictured: (left to right) Kings Park’s Troop 539G (ScoutsBSA) Committee Chair Craig Rome, Fort Salonga’s Mark and Suh San Aronberg, Ner Tamid Emblem recipient/Eagle Scout Rebecca Aronberg and Scoutmaster Vanessa Faro

SCOPE SUMMER PROGRAM -Students from the Smithtown Central School District attending SCOPE Summer Enrichment Program. Photos courtesy of Smithtown CSD

2023 Healthcare Heroes For The 13 Legislative District

The Suffolk County Legislature created an annual recognition program so that each legislator would designate a Healthcare Hero from his or her legislative district to acknowledge their work and service to the community.

Legislator Trotta named St. Catherine of Siena

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Hospital in Smithtown as his district’s Healthcare Hero for 2023. St. Catherine is a member of the Catholic Health, and is a 296-bed, not-for-profit community hospital that has served the residents of Smithtown for more than 50 years.

Committed to providing the highest quality of care, St. Catherine offers multidisciplinary experts in numerous specialties including bariatric surgery, behavioral health, cardiovascular care, diagnostic imaging, dialysis, emergency

medicine, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, robotic surgery, sleep medicine, stroke, woman child care, women’s health, wound care and much more.

“As the legislator representing St. Catherine’s, I have had

the opportunity to know its staff, nurses, doctors ,and administrators as well as experiencing its high level of care on a personal level. St. Catherine is a tremendous asset to the community as they sponsor important events such as its annual Community

Health Fair, blood drives, blood pressure checks at senior centers and complexes, clothing and food collections, flu vaccines and recognition ceremonies for EMS workers and the hospital staff,” said Legislator Rob Trotta.

2023

HEALTHCARE HEROES FOR THE 13 LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT - The Suffolk County Legislature created an annual recognition program so that each legislator would designate a Healthcare Hero from his or her legislative district to acknowledge their work and service to the community. Legislator Trotta named St. Catherine of Siena Hospital in Smithtown as his district’s Healthcare Hero for 2023.

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Registration is open for the St. Jude Walk/Run Long Island presented by Tweezerman International LLC. during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month at 9 a.m. EST on Sunday, Sept. 10 at Marcum Corporate Offices & Park (10 Melville Park Rd. Melville, NY 11747).

The St. Jude Walk/Run offers supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® a chance to walk or run and gather in-person or virtually to raise funds and awareness for the St.

Jude mission: Finding cures. Saving children.® Thanks to generous supporters, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. This year’s St. Jude Walk/Run series is nationally presented by Window World, Marcum Foundation, Kia and Amazon.

In addition to the Walk, the St. Jude Walk/RunLong Island will feature entertainment, food, and activities for the whole family

to enjoy. Participants will even have the opportunity to connect with St. Jude patients and learn firsthand how their support makes a difference.

St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Fundraising events like the St. Jude Walk/ Run are helping to fuel the current six-year, $12.9 billion St. Jude strategic plan that includes increasing its global investment to impact more

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