March 15, 2023 - March 28, 2023 Suffolk Zone 4

$150K-$400K.

INTERNATIONAL GUESTS VISIT CONNETQUOT SCHOOLS - Connetquot Central School District’s Ronkonkoma Middle School and Helen B. Duffield Elementary School showcased their buildings’ stellar educational programs and facilities during a visit by South African school administrators (Center, l-r), Swellendam Primary Principal Jaco Swart and Swellendam High School Principal Nicolas Pelser are pictured with, from left, Ronkonkoma Middle School teacher Justin Bradley, interim Assistant Principal Mark Brodsky and Principal Joseph Licato. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District

SERVING:

SAYVILLE, BLUE POINT, BAYPORT, PATCHOGUE, BELLPORT, MEDFORD, HOLBROOK, RONKONKOMA, BOHEMIA & ISLANDIA

Gillette Ave, Bayport; 45 Lumur Drive, Sayville; 160 Kensington Ave, Bayport; 358 Bernice Drive, Bayport; 228 Greeley Ave, Sayville; 59 Oakwood Ave, Bayport; 367 Middle Road, Bayport; 197 Middle Road, Blue Point; 219 Edgewater Ave, Bayport; 120 Grady Street, Bayport; 6 Rogers Street, Blue Point; 464 Sylvan Ave, Bayport; 410 Hillside Ave, W. Sayville; 454 Sylvan Ave, Bayport; 3 Harriet Road, Bayport; 77 Bayport Ave, Bayport; 171 Palmer Circle, Sayville; 230 Foster Ave, Sayville; 115 Middle Road, Blue Point; 5 Baygrove Court, Bayport; 385 Foster Ave, Sayville; 52 Barrett Ave, Bayport; 10 Hillside Ave, Blue Point; 58 Division Ave, Blue Point; 10 Bell Ave, Blue Point; 22 Madison Street, Blue Point; 74 Atlantic Ave, Blue Point; 196 Barrett Ave, Bayport; 207 Atlantic Ave, Blue Point; 99 S. Ocean Ave, Bayport; 271 Kensington Ave, Bayport; 26 Barnsley Lane, Sayville; 60 Park Street, Blue Point; 616 Cedar Ave, Saville; 18 Baywood Lane, Bayport; 80 Barrett Ave, Bayport; 105 Middle Road, Blue Point; 307 Renee Drive, Bayport; 486 Renee Drive, Bayport; 275 Con- netquot Road, Bayport; 115 Middle Road, Blue Point; 56 Crosby Street, Sayville; 29 Snedecor Ave, Bayport; 21 Homan Ave, Blue Point; 171 Kensington Ave, Bayport; 10 W. Holly Drive, Sayville; 90 Kennedy Ave, Blue Point; 6 Arrow Lane, Sayville; 9 E. Donald Court, Blue Point; 28 Lotus Drive, Bayport; 54 Meadow Lane, Blue Point; 60 Tyler Ave, W. Sayville; 224 Blue Point Ave, Blue Point; 23 Chase Lane, Sayville; 30 Pleasant Ave, Blue Point; 337 Bayport Ave, Bayport; 9 Buffin Lane, Blue Point; 39 John Street, Sayville; 145 Bayview Ave, Bayport; 20 Snedecor Ave, Bayport; 46 Ocean Ave, Bayport; 1 Rogers Street, Blue Point; 61 Cinque Lane, Bayport; 76 Joseph Street, Sayville; 39 Kennedy Ave, Blue Point; 41 Oakwood Street, Blue Point; 186 Bayview Ave, Bayport; 36 Edwards Lane, Blue Point; 12 Willyn Road, Blue Point; 11 Park Street, Blue Point; 37 Bayport Ave, Bayport; 295 Foster Ave, Sayville; 51 Oyster Cove Lane, Blue Point; 200 Seaman Ave, Bayport; 240 Middle Rd, Bayport; 500 Sylvan Ave, Bayport; 84 Atlantic Ave, Blue Point; 295 Fairview Ave, Bayport; 11 Kath Court, Sayille; 22 Spray Court, Bayport; 12 Brook Ave, Blue

Moriches Field Brewing Company received $18,750 to revitalize an empty downtown space.

(Cheers to that.)

Revitalization grants are just one of the ways we help businesses on Long Island and in the Rockaways. For Moriches Field Brewing Company, a grant from our economic development program was a perfect fit to help them renovate a previously vacant property. A discount through our Vacant Space Revival Program saved them more than $4,000 on their electric bills, and rebates for upgrading to LED lighting are keeping them saving month after month.

Helping revitalize our Island, one business at a time, is something we’re proud to be part of and something definitely worth celebrating.

Grants | Rebates | Incentives | Assessments | Community Support

For more information, visit PSEGLINY.com/EcoDev

As you grow older, you don’t want to worry about how your family will manage your end-of-life plans.

Taking control now takes the pressure off them later – and you can rest assured your preferences will be honored. Our planning tool kit is exactly what you need to get started.

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“PREPLANNING YOUR FUNERAL NOW IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER.” PETER G. MOLONEY & F. DANIEL

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Kicks-Off Virtual Fundraising Hay Drive

March Happenings

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15

2:00PM-3:00PM

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc., a private, not for profit organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, has kicked off its virtual fundraising hay drive. The threemonth campaign is intended to help Pal-OMine raise funds to pay for the hay needed to feed its herd and help offset the rising costs of hay.

To grow hay, hundred of acres of land is required in addition to extensive physical labor and expensive equipment to deliver hay from the farmer to PalO-Mine’s herd. Here are some details associated with the cost factors:

-One bale of hay weighs 50-70 lbs.

-One bale of excellent quality hay costs approximately $14; an increase of 40% from last year.

-Pal-O-Mines herd eats 18 bales (1,000 lbs.) of hay daily

-Pal-O-Mine receives a delivery of 810 bales of hay every six weeks at a

cost of $6,600 at a cost of approximately $57,200 annually.

Through the virtual fundraising hay drive, Pal-O-Mine’s goal is to raise $12,000.

About Pal-O-Mine

Founded in 1995 by Lisa Gatti, Pal-O-Mine is a private, not for profit organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, as well as those who have been abused or neglected, veterans and the economically compromised.  PalO-Mine offers a broad range of programs many of which involve the organization’s herd of therapy horses and livestock. Pal-OMine relies on grants and contributions from private citizens, foundations and businesses to help raise funds. For more information on Pal-OMine, visit:www.pal-omine.org or call: 631348-1389.

ALZHEIMER'S SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

The Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will be holding an in-person event called “Memory Cafe” as apart of the Early-Stage Social Engagement Program at The Arbors at Islandia East. To register for the event visit www.alz.org/events.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

6:30PM-8:30PM

SAINTS DAY SOCIAL

Join us at the Brumidi Lodge to celebrate St. Patrick and St. Joseph. Dinner, refreshments and dessert included. $40 per person, ages 7 and under are free. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to purchase tickets in advance.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18

9:00AM-12:00PM

4-LEAF CLOVER 5K RUN/WALK

Rain or shine at the East Moriches Middle School. The first 100 participants are guaranteed a race t-shirt. Contact 516-531-3323 for more information.

11:00AM-2:00PM

LEARNING ABOUT GOUACHE WORKSHOP

Learn about the water-based media Gouache with instructer Beth Drucker. The cost for the workshop which includes materials is $75 per person. Register online at www.theatelieratflowerfield.org/ workshops or call 631-250-9009 for more information.

6:30PM

TALENT SHOW

The Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst will be hosting a talent show. All talents are welcome. Free coffee and cake will be served. A free-will offering will be taken. Call 631-226-8690 for information.

SUNDAY, MARCH 19

1:00PM-2:00PM

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

Parade begins to form up at noon in the area of the Finley Middle School at Forest Avenue and Dosoris Lane in Glen Cove. It steps off at 1PM and proceeds through the streets of downtown Glen Cove, ending at 70 Glen Street. For more information visit www.glencoveparade.com.

4:00PM

BABYLON CHORALE CONCERT

The Babylon Chorale presents Out of the Darkness - Through the Glass Ceiling, a tribute to women composers in celebration of National Women's History Month. Held at St. Peter's By-The-Sea Episcopal Church in Bay Shore. To purchase tickets visit www.babylonchorale.org or email info@ babylonchorale.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 21

6:00PM

BUDGET INFORMATION MEETING

The meeting will be held at the North Babylon Public Library.The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its March meeting immediately following the Budget Information Meeting. The public is invited to attend. Contact Marc D. Horowitz at 631-669-4020.

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

9:00AM-11:00AM

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

Held at Brumidi Lodge Deer Park. Ages 3 and under are free. Ages 4-12, $12 and 13+ are $18. Includes breakfast, toy auction, 50/50 raffle, lottery cash board raffle and crafts. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to reserve your seat or table.

10:00AM-1:00PM

FREE HALF DAY KIDS CAMP

Enjoy crafts, stories, a scavenger hunt and lunch at the Community Presbyterian Church in Deer Park. For kids ages 3 to 12 years old. Register by March 22nd. Call 631-242-0221.

11:00AM-4:00PM

ANNUAL MODEL TRAIN SHOW

This show benefits the Smithtown Historical Society for maintenance of farm buildings and animal care. Held at Frank Brush Barn in Smithtown. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids under 12. Contact Vinnie at 631-524-0529.

MONDAY, MARCH 27

10:00-10:45PM

BOOKS IN THE BARN

Held at the newly refurbished barn at the Smithtown Historical Society. Listen to stories about farms, barns and animals. Visit the chickens, bunnies, sheep, ponies and barn cats. Register online at www. smithlib.org/children or call 631-360-2480 ext. 140.

1:00PM

MUSIC LOVER'S CLUB

Enjoy a free musical performance the last Monday of every month through April at the United Methodist Church in Islip, Meeting Room 1. Refreshments to follow. For more information contact Donald Warner at 516993-9032.

TUESDAY, MARCH 28

6:30PM

WANTAGH PRESERVATION SOCIETY MEETING

Interesting "Show &Tell" meeting planned. Bring any Wantagh related items to share information on, or just come and listen. Light refreshments will be served. Contact 516-826-8767 for questions.

Sachem BOE Establishes Harrison Frisenda Memorial Scholarship

The Sachem Board of Education established the creation of the Harrison Frisenda Memorial Scholarship at its Feb. 8 meeting. Harrison Frisenda started at Waverly Elementary School as a kindergartener in 2019. He passed away in 2021

and left a lasting impact on the Waverly and Sachem community.

“Those who worked closely with Harrison described him as a student with a kind personality, a caring personality and a wonderful smile that lit up a room,” Waverly Principal

Kevin Tougher said.

In addition to memorials at Waverly Elementary School, the scholarship honors Harrison’s legacy and will support current and future Sachem students.

NEW

NOTICE OF FILING OF SUNRISE WIND LLC’S PHASE 2 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION PLAN FOR THE SUNRISE WIND NEW YORK CABLE PROJECT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, on March 24, 2023, pursuant to Article VII of the New York Public Service Law (the “PSL”), Sunrise Wind LLC (the “Applicant”), a 50/50 joint venture between Ørsted North America Inc. and Eversource Investment LLC, will le a copy of its proposed Phase 2 Environmental Management and Construction Plan (“EM&CP”) with the New York State Public Service Commission (the “NYSPSC”) related to the Sunrise Wind New York Cable Project (the “Project”). The Project will deliver power from the Sunrise Wind Farm (“SRWF”)—which is under a 25-year Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certi cate (“OREC”) contract with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (“NYSERDA”)—located in federal waters on the Outer Continental Shelf, to the existing electrical grid in New York State.

Construction associated with Phase 2 of the Project includes the remainder of Project installation beyond Phase 1 work, speci cally: (i) installation of remaining civil works (i.e., ductbanks) along the Project’s route outside of New York State Department of Transportation-controlled rights of way, including horizontal directional drills (HDD) from Smith Point Marina to Smith Point County Park, and from Smith Point County Park to the offshore HDD exit point (ii) cable installation, both onshore and offshore; and (iii) remainder of construction works at the Project’s new onshore converter station (the “OnCS–DC”) . All of the work associated with Phase 2 of the Project will occur in the Town of Brookhaven.

PHASE 2 EM&CP

The EM&CP describes the construction procedures and environmental protection measures proposed to be used for the Project, including but not limited to: the location of the Project, proposed construction methods, construction noti cations, vegetation removal, traffic management, noise minimization, water quality standards, contaminated soil and water handling, stormwater management, terrestrial and marine rare, threatened, and endangered species protections, and many other measures to be implemented during the construction, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning of the Project. SRW developed the EM&CP in conformance with the requirements of the conditions appended to the Project’s Certi cate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need (“CECPN”) and in consultation with the New York State Department of Public Service, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, New York State Department of State, New York State Department of Transportation, and the Town of Brookhaven and Suffolk County.

An electronic version of the EM&CP will be available for public inspection online on the NYSPSC’s Document and Matter Management page by searching Case 20-T-0617 at the following location: http://www.dps. ny.gov/New_Search.html

HARRISON FRISENDA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Harrison Frisenda’s family joined the Sachem Board of Education, district administrators and Waverly faculty after the establishment of the Harrison Frisenda Memorial Scholarship. Photo courtesy of the Sachem Central School District

Neighbor Pets’ Place

JANIE Young female. Sweet, playful and friendly.

JENNA Young female. Cute and outgoing. Enjoys playtime and pets.

KARIN Young female. Sweet and laid back. Seeking a forever home.

VICTORIA Young female. Quiet and friendly. Looking for a BFF.

Copies of the EM&CP will be available for inspection at:

Brookhaven Free Library

Jaime Papandrea, Library Director

273 Beaver Dam Road Brookhaven, NY 11719

Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library

Kerri Rosalia, Library Director 407 William Floyd Parkway Shirley, NY 11967

Sachem Public Library

Neely McCahey, Director 150 Holbrook Road Holbrook, NY 11741

COMMENTS AND FURTHER INFORMATION

Any person may be heard by the Commission on any matter or objection regarding the EM&CP by ling written comments with both the Secretary of the NYSPSC and SRW (at the addresses below) within 45 days of the date the proposed EM&CP was led with the Commission, or within 45 days of the date of the newspaper publication of the EM&CP Filing Notice, whichever is later. Please reference Case 20-T-0617 when making any comments or requesting further information regarding the Project. Comments on any subsequent revisions to the EM&CP, in response to the aforementioned written comments, shall be submitted within 15 days of service by electronic means of said revisions.

In addition, any person who requires additional information about a speci c geographical location or speci c subject with respect to the Project or EM&CP may request such information from SRW by contacting the Project through the means identi ed below:

5-6 year old mle. German Shepherd/Husky mix. A happy and sweet guy.

GEM 8 month old female. Sweet girl, energetic and friendly. Loves everyone.

BONNIE 2 year female. Playful girl who is spunky and outgoing. Super sweet.

RUDY

2-3 year old male. Yugoslavian Sheepdog. Sweet and loves attention.

Hon. Michelle Phillips | Secretary of the Commission | New York State Department of Public Services | Three Empire Plaza, Albany, NY 12223-1350 | Phone: 518-474-6530 | Fax: 518-486-6081 | Email: secretary@dps.ny.gov

Certi cate Holder Information:

Raymond Collins

437 Madison Avenue, Suite 1903

New York, NY 10022 raymond.collins@eversource.com 631-887-5470

Dennis Galvam

PLUTO

9 year old male. Poodle

437 Madison Avenue, Suite 1903 New York, NY 10022

Dennis.Galvam@eversource.com 631-887-5470

Further information about the Project may be obtained by visiting the Project website at https://sunrisewindny.com 409815N032223

Come support a B enef it Event…

yla’s ause

We’re back at Mulcahy’s!

Just steps from the train station!

at “Kyla’s Kause”

Kyla, Danielle Margarita-Leonard and Aaron Leonard’s beautiful daughter, is a twelve year old who was diagnosed eleven years ago with Angelman Syndrome, a rare neurologic al condition, which causes severe impairments with speech, movement, and cognition. Proceeds from the event will go directly to Kyla to help cover the ongoing (and lifelong) costs associated with her care

When: Saturday, March 18, 2023

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Where: Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall

3232 Railroad Ave

Wantagh, NY 11793

What: Food and Open Bar

Chinese Auction

5 50/50 e Music by Andy Arowana

EXXCITING NEWS!!

This year's event will be even more special , as Danielle and Aaron have decided t o once again honor and acknowledge another child with Angelman Syndrome at the event.

Meet Jeffray Jeffray is 12 years old and was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome when he was 3 ½ We are excited to share that Jeffray and his mother, Theresa, will be joining us this year. Your continued support does not go unnoticed, and the Leonards are proud to share the support and love with this special boy and his mother.

If you are unable to attend and would still like to donate : ail a check made payable to “The Kyla M. Leonard Special Needs Trust” to: Denise Naccarato, 316 Seacliff St., Islip Terrace, NY 11752

If you would like to donate raffle items or have questions about the event , please contact:

Denise Margarita-Naccarato 631-834-4625 Gregg Jaffe 516-770-5305

Dave Udell 516 -987-4347

Highlighting Local Businesses

By Natalie Almeida

The man behind this business is owner, Mike Cutino. He is the Publisher/CEO of Nightlife Magazine and NY Sports Scene, an alumnus of the State University of New York at Farmingdale, where he’s currently an active member of the Board of Directors and he was also a First Responder during 9/11 with the Nesconset Fire Department. His business venture with Big Italy Pizzeria began four years ago as an investment and it has blossomed, heading in the right direction ever since.

They have been reviewed by seven of the best food critics in New York, getting notoriety in publications such as Nightlife Magazine, NY Sports Scene, Practical Gourmet Magazine, Dan’s Papers, Times Magazine and Long Island Press. Big Italy Pizzeria is a member of the Medford Chamber of Commerce and proudly sponsors different events within the community. They donate to Shriners Hospitals for Children, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Stony Brook Hospital and local fire departments. They also offer giveaways through a couple of different radio stations, one of them being 98.1 WKZE Radio.

From the moment you enter Big Italy Pizzeria, you immediately take note that the establishment is just as inviting as it is cozy. You will find vintage toys and antiques displayed that have been passed down from generations, as well as punny vintage signs and shots taken of years past. There are also personal photos scattered on the walls of different celebrities that Mike has gotten to know personally over the years through his publications.

This pizzeria is one that definitely stands out against the crowds. Although the month of love has passed, they’re still continuing their heart shaped pizzas all year long for you and that special someone to enjoy! Their slices alone are huge; one slice is equivalent to two anywhere else and the cooks are all from Italy themselves. One popular menu item is their Grandma Pie, and it’s safe to say they have

mastered it with an Italian sauce recipe that’s nearly 200 years old from Palermo, Sicily!

Aside from the pleasant aesthetic and delicious pizzas, one of the things that Big Italy Pizzeria emphasizes is allowing their customers to feel at home. Manager, Dale Vigorito is nothing short of attentive, keeping the business flowing through all of the day-to-day operations. With customers coming and going all day long, it is a priority to make sure each customer is treated like family and welcomed with open arms. The same is true when it

comes to the employees as well. Mike Cutino said, “It’s not about me, it’s about the people who work here who make it all come together. My employees are important to me.” He makes it a point to treat all of his employees with respect and generosity, acknowledging that it is ultimately them that allow the business to succeed.

Big Italy Pizzeria offers indoor and outdoor seating options. They are open Monday through Sunday from 11AM to 9PM. For more information visit their website or stop on by!

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FamilySearch.org, Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Learn about the wealth of records and research help available for free on familysearch.org. You will pick up lots of tips to help you search their database more effectively, as well as to use the many other features on the site. No registration required.

Thomas A. Edison: A Life of Invention,

Thursday, March 16, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Thomas A. Edison was born in February 1847, 175 years ago. He was a husband, father, and regarded as the most prolific inventor in American history. Edison held 1,093 U.S. patents, including the light bulb, phonograph, motion picture camera, and a battery for an electric car. “My mother was the making of me. She was so true, so sure of me; and I felt I had something to live for, someone I must not disappoint.” Edward Sierra will offer an engaging and informative presentation, as he dips you into the life and

work of Thomas A. Edison. No registration required.

Afternoon Movie

Thursday, March 23, 2:00 - 4:15 pm

Titles to be announced. Check our website or Facebook page to see what movie we will show. No registration required.

VIRTUAL: Job Searching Workshop, Friday, March 24, 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Learn job search tips, the most common jobhunting mistakes, helpful networking tips, and how to build confidence during a job search. Library members may register by visiting our website at www. connetquotlibrary.org.

Ancient Wisdom, Tuesday, March 28, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Lelonni Campbell draws on ancient philosophies and interprets them for our modern world. Learn how you can use them to deepen insights into how universal principles can guide you in everyday life. No registration required.

VIRTUAL: Local Eats: Broccoli, Tuesday, March 28, 3:30 - 4:30 pm This edible green plant resembles a miniature tree, yet is known for its fantastic health benefits. Come learn basic planting and growing tips, as well as creative ways to incorporate broccoli into your recipes. Library members may register by visiting our website at www. connetquotlibrary.org.

Debunking Fad Diets and Intuitive Eating, Wednesday, March 29, 3:30 - 4:30 pm

In this presentation, we will discuss why you should not partake in a “quick-fix” diet, but also how you can build a healthy relationship with food. Presented by the Stony Brook Medicine Healthy Libraries Program Dietetic Interns. No registration required.

Local Small Business Owner Opens A Refuge For Veterans

Scanlon’s Traveling Salon, a local small business serves vulnerable communities, such as seniors and homeless individuals across Long Island. Owner Eileen Scanlon has a heart for helping others and is actively involved in doing so. When she became aware of the fast growing rate of displaced/homeless veterans, she decided to embark on an effort to create an “intentional home share” for these individuals.

“In New York, rents and home prices are skyrocketing, which is forcing many to leave the state,” said Scanlon. “Even for those who stay here, owning a home is becoming quite unattainable. I wanted to embark on a mission that allowed me to offer a home for veterans in need, where they can live under one roof. They would share expenses and all upkeep the residence, allowing for camaraderie to blossom, but we would keep prices low.”

With a head full of dreams and a heart full of passion, Eileen purchased Ruby’s Whisper, an old 1700’s Tavern turned home in Hyde Park, NY, which she is now converting to a home share

for four to five low income veterans. The property is just a stones throw away from Marist College and the Vanderbilt/Roosevelt Estates, with public transportation nearby.

“The home will offer comfort, solace, space and a feeling of yesteryear,” said Eileen. “There are five lovely sized bedrooms, a spacious living room and cozy kitchen. The home will be furnished with the help of selfless individuals/ organizations that kindly donated items. The backyard offers veterans the ability to grow their own food and the veterans that stay with us can also utilize two large sheds for storage and there are two separate driveways in which will accommodate four vehicles. A family style home share like this for vets might mean the difference between paying rent and being able to pay their monthly food bill; a home share allows them to keep their monthly expenses much lower compared to if they were renting a place on their own.”

The home is undergoing renovations that will hopefully be finalized by the end of this summer. “I have titled this whole project

Heye’s Haven for Heroes, and I’m looking to have it fully incorporated as a 501C3 Non-Profit Organization as soon as possible. I’m so grateful to have this opportunity at this stage in my life, where I can pay forward in a way that I feel would make my father and grandfather, both veterans, rather proud.”

A GoFundMe Page has been created, where donations are being accepted to help assist with the price of renovations. If you are interested in making a donation, please scan the QR below or visit www. heyeshaven.com/aboutus and click VISIT OUR GOFUNDME PAGE. “I’m so thankful for any donations, they truly help make a difference.”

If you are a veteran in need that is interested in learning more, such as becoming a resident at this special home, please contact Eileen Scanlon at 516.477.0469.

Pictured Above: Ruby’s Whisper

Goosechase Digital Scavenger Hunt

Cherokee Street Elementary School third grade students participated in a digital scavenger hunt, called a Goosechase, to strengthen their technology skills using the iPad and Goosechase application.

Organized by Valerie O’Connell, Susan Meade and Karen Giugliano, students were instructed to access and complete missions through the

Goosechase application, including finishing lyrics with Principal Jill Lahey, participating in a play on word puzzles with Assistant Principal Thomas Sheehan, working with winter idioms with teachers Cindy Campenella and Tara Dunkin and a snowball toss with Danielle Giove. The scavenger hunt activity ended with the students finding Santa and his helper with teachers

Kevin Keane and Christine Chanowsky. Each of the missions were completed by submitting text-based, photo or video-based responses through the iPad application.   Not only did the students have fun completing missions, they honed their technology skills in using a new application and through use of the iPad.

Students Gather Valuable Materials For Research Topics

Bayport-Blue Point High School Advance Placement Seminar students enrolled in the district’s AP Capstone Program recently visited Stony Brook University to gather valuable materials for their research topics. During finals, SBU allowed the students to access their computer labs and databases to collect valuable information on topics, which included

access to mental health, global warming, fracking, human trafficking, medical animal testing and more.

The students are now prepared for the first component of the AP Seminar College Board Exam, the research paper and group presentation. The students first choose a vital topic significant to themselves and society and will later argue for

a solution to the team’s research topic. The SBU databases enhance the students’ available resources.

The AP Seminar students also visited the Staller Center and the Stony Brook University art installation “Revisiting 5 + 1,” held at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery and received an informal lecture from one of the curators.

GOOSECHASE DIGITAL SCAVENGER HUNT - Cherokee Street Elementary School teachers Cindy Campanella and Tara Dunkin hosted a winter idiom activity center as part of the school’s digital scavenger hunt. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District

Student’s Flag To Fly With Pole To Pole Electric Vehicle Expedition

Edward J. Bosti Elementary School student Grace Cortright was announced the worldwide flag design contest winner for the upcoming Pole to Pole electric vehicle exhibition. News-O-Matic digital platform host Russell Kahn, who will be covering and writing about the expedition, sponsored the flag design contest and was on hand on Feb. 10 to announce Grace as the winner. The students regularly watch News-O-Matic in their classroom and were exited and thrilled to meet Mr. Kahn. The flag designs of students Anastasia Schretzmayer and Gracyn Ebner will also accompany the expedition in poster form.

This spring, global electric vehicle adventurers Chris Ramsey and Julie Ramsey will drive an electric vehicle from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Americas. The 10-month excursion will occur over a distance of 17,000 miles to bring awareness of the capability and power of electric vehicles. A video message from the Ramseys was shown to students at an assembly where Grace’s flag was unveiled.

During their video message, the Ramseys said Grace’s design captured the essence of what the Pole to Pole exhibition is about. “It reminded us that there is hope and there’s inspiration in this world,” the Ramseys said. “There are true solutions out there to tackle the climate change situation we have. All we need is to do our bit to protect this fragile planet.”

STUDENT’S FLAG TO FLY WITH POLE TO POLE ELECTRIC VEHICLE EXPEDITION - Edward J. Bosti Elementary School student Grace Cortright was announced the worldwide flag design contest winner for the upcoming Pole to Pole electric vehicle exhibition. Pictured front, l-r: Edward J. Bosti Elementary School Pole to Pole electric vehicle exhibition flag design contest winner Grace Cortright and design runners-up Anastasia Schretzmayer and Gracyn Ebner are pictured with their families, (back, l-r) Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Christina Poppe, Principal Laura Kimball, News-O-Matic host Russell Kahn, board of education president Jaclyn Napolitano-Furno and trustee Brian J.

631.226.2636

Murphy. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District

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Connetquot Central School District’s Ronkonkoma Middle School and Helen B. Duffield Elementary School showcased their buildings’ stellar educational programs and facilities during a visit by South African school administrators on Feb. 27.

the United States firsthand. Both administrators were interested in how schools and systems are managed abroad and were eager to learn about modern implementation of curriculum and other day-today administration.

leading the guests on a tour of the building, Mrs. Farrell arranged a visit to a Fundations class, mindfulness class, a math lesson, a music lesson and science and technology class.

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Nicholas Pelser, principal of Swellendam High School, and Jaco Swart, principal of Swellendam Primary School, visited with Connetquot principals Joseph Licato and Lisa Farrell, who led the administrators through an itinerary of school activities so their guests could learn about best practices in first-world schools.

Mr. Pelser and Mr. Swart were in New York City for an education conference and thought it would be a great idea to witness education in

Helen B. Duffield Elementary School kindergarten teaching assistant Rose Quaranta makes international connections to traveling and learning as part of her leadership role in the Ronkonkoma Rotary and invited the guests to tour the schools.

At Ronkonkoma Middle School, Mr. Licato and English teacher Justin Bradley led a tour of the guidance suite, auditorium, library and cafeteria. They also visited a communication, art, physical education and sixth grade science class. In addition to

When asked about their impressions of the schools, both Mr. Pelser and Mr. Swart said they were most impressed by the buildings’ use and availability of technology, the students’ self-discipline, the cleanliness of the buildings, the creativity in teaching and attention to remediation and closing pandemic gaps.

“You can instantly feel that this district is a wonderful place in which to teach,” Mr. Swart said. “I will try to incorporate many of the ideas I learned today into my own school in South Africa.”

INTERNATIONAL GUESTS VISIT CONNETQUOT SCHOOLS - (Center, l-r), Swellendam Primary Principal Jaco Swart and Swellendam High School Principal Nicolas Pelser are pictured with, from left, Ronkonkoma Middle School teacher Justin Bradley, interim Assistant Principal Mark Brodsky and Principal Joseph Licato. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District

Jaco Swart and Nicholas Pelser toured a technology classroom at Ronkonkoma Middle School.

Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District