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Amidst fake news and alternative facts I wonder where truth abides So much information and chatter forthcoming from both sides It seems to me it lies beneath the spinning that I hear So unlike a setting sun so simple and so clear Somehow I hope this fog will lift And we’ll witness what is real Until that time let’s stay the course Awaiting what truth will reveal.

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Left to right now has a different angle; nothing is straight anymore, and we’re caught in the middle of what is and what was, and the way our children are now being taught.

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Blindness, dark and dreary days now; rosy glasses won’t help us see the light.

If we don’t stop this madness now, then it will be too late to set things right.

Left to right once seemed so easy; up and down and circles, freaking out.

God, we need some help here, we forgot what life is all about.

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Suffolk County Community College President Dr. Shaun L. McKay announced the innovative program with wing leadership last fall at a dedication ceremony for a Veterans Plaza at the college’s Eastern Campus honoring Suffolk County Community College student and Air National Guard Tech. Sgt. Louis Bonacasa, 31, killed in action in December of 2015 while serving in Afghanistan as a security forces defender.

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Suffolk County Community College will offer courses at Francis S. Gabreski Air National Guard base, home of the 106th Rescue Wing, located in Westhampton Beach this spring. A first for the 106th Rescue Wing and the college.

Suffolk County Community College will offer two courses this spring that will enable Air National Guard members to gain credits towards an associate degree from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF).

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New Officers Elected America’s Boating Club and the Great South Bay Power Squadron of the United States Power Squadrons has elected its new officers for 2018 at their annual meeting on January 26th, 2018.

John P. Pergola, AP, of Patchogue, has been elected as Squadron Commander. Elected to serve with Commander Pergola, is James M. Milton, JN, of Islip Terrace, who will be Executive Officer; Kathy Matheson, P, of West Islip, as Administrative Officer; Marie Wallach, S, of Commack, as Educational Officer; James F. Milton, JN, of Islip Terrace as Secretary; and Steve Potestio, P. of Holbrook, as Treasurer.

The Change of Watch Meeting, installing these officers, will be on Friday, February 16th, at the Rusy Bohm American Legion, New York, beginning at

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C o m m a n d e r- E l e c t Pergola is a Squadron Advanced Pilot of the United States Power Squadrons and served as the Executive Officer over this last year. His previous Squadron responsibilities include being the Administrative Office in 2016.

John has received the following educational advancements and awards in the Squadron: achieved the grade of Seamanship, Piloting, and Advanced Piloting in 2011, and the Basic Boating Course in 2003. He has also earned Educational Proficiency in 2013, Skipper Award in 2013, Pilot Award in 2015, Leadership Development in 2017, and became a Senior Member of the United States Power Squadron in 2017. He successfully completed Engine

Maintenance in 2011, Weather in 2012, Marine Electrical Systems in 2013, Operations Training in 2014 and 2017, Marine Communications in 2014, Navigation Systems in 2015, Electronic Navigation in 2015, Marine Radar in 2016, Emergencies Onboard and Man Overboard in 2017.

John Pergola has earned six Merit Marks with the United States Power Squadrons, which is based on dedication and work that has been accomplished within the Squadron.

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Leaving a (Paw) Print I recently received an e-mail for an event listing from a teacher at my old high school, which sparked a conversation about how many years it’s been since I roamed those very hallways myself {approaching 18, nearly half of my lifetime} and how it might be nice to stop by to say hello to the relatively few teachers who remain there after all this time.

Which got me to thinking… there was a time when my fellow alumni and I couldn’t wait to “visit” after we graduated, popping in every few months or so to see what was new and exciting in the world of Lindy High. As the years passed, college came and went, and we found ourselves employed in our various fields of study, these encounters became few and far between.

We no longer related to those teenagers who breezed by on their way to class, nor did we

see high school as the center of the only universe we had ever inhabited.

We now had the world before us, one that included days not marked by a bell schedule, job descriptions not dictated by a syllabus. Sure, there was the occasional visit to the old college campus now; perhaps a special “guest” speaking engagement to a group of soon-to-be grads about to embark on their own adventures into the great world of career exploration.

But that was where the academic connection ceased.

Fast forward nearly two decades past these formative years, and the nostalgia for simpler times has returned.

Having the opportunity to reconnect with those friends and former classmates has taken on added significance as the years have passed.

Several have left us far too soon; others’ lives have taken

them to the far reaches of the country, making the advent of social media a welcome - and perhaps the only - connection.

But among the hundreds that we graduated with, there are also the dozens who still reside right here on Long Island, instantly reachable and available to reminisce at any time. It’s a comforting thought, that ability to pick up where you left off at a given point, to chat about old times and new pursuits, and to realize - with rare exception - that we are all dealing with the same daily struggle to find that sense of fulfillment that was promised to us all those years ago.

Perhaps a visit to the old high school stomping grounds is in order; a “refresher course,” if you will, courtesy of the very place where it all began. As they like to say in Lindy… once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog…

who will enter training to prepare them to step in the ring at the 15th Main Event. Boxing experience is not required. What is required is a commitment to fundraising, “character,” a willingness to train and be ready to meet a business colleague toeto-toe in the ring in front of a thousand fans. This is a rare opportunity for individuals to make a personal commitment of time, talent and to truly “give back.” Hundreds of men, women and children here on Long Island dealing with life’s struggles will be the benefactors.

Since 2003, LIFFC has distributed funds each year to Long Island charities including: Long Island Community Chest, The Genesis School, National Foundation for Human Potential (FREE) and other local charities.

“Men and women from the Long Island business community who want to ‘give back’ to the community in a meaningful way will want to consider volunteering to be a charity boxer.

Every year since Fight for Charity was founded we have been fortunate to have the boxers, sponsors and volunteers that have contributed to the overall success of the mission to support local charities,” said Fight for Charity President, Jeff Cohen. “The fans are never disappointed when they see these men and women perform in the ring like true champions for charity. Now is the time for this year’s volunteers to step forward and start prepping for November’s Main Event.”

If you have roots in the Long Island business community, relish both physical and mental challenges and possess a spirited drive to “give back” and improve the lives of fellow Long Islanders, you will want to visit www.lifightforcharity. org to learn more about how to participate in Fight for Charity.

To request an application to become a volunteer boxer email info@ lifightforcharity.org or call 877.240.7821.

Riding for the sixth year, the Marty Lyons Foundation is calling for 60 cyclists to participate as a team in the Annual TD Five Boro Bike Tour on Sunday, May 6th, 2018. This, America’s largest cycling event, is celebrating its 41st year, and is presented by REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.). There are 32,000 riders expected to pedal the 40-mile, oneday scenic tour through the five boroughs of New York City on car free roads.

Sixty cyclists will be riding for the benefit of the Marty Lyons Foundation with a goal of raising $200,000 toward the mission of granting wishes to children with life-threatening or terminal illnesses.

As a Charity Rider, each member of the MLF Team will be in the first wave of riders that morning and

will also receive a Rider I.D. Kit which includes a helmet cover, bib and bike plate; access to free bike repair along the route and a support and gear vehicle; a Marty Lyons Foundation jersey (if registered by February 10th); snacks and refreshments at four rest areas; entry to Finish Festival at Fort Wadsworth and more.

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by Bike New York and the New York City Department of Transportation, provides participants the unique and fun experience to bike on a 40-mile journey through New York City.

“Because the route is doable for cyclists of almost all levels,” says Marty, “I encourage anyone looking for a great time to join our team in support of our children.”

The Marty Lyons

Foundation grants wishes to children, ages 3 through 17 years old, who have been diagnosed with a terminal or a life-threatening illness. Founded in 1982 by football great Marty Lyons, the Foundation has granted wishes to over 7,400 boys and girls, many of whom reside in the tristate area.

For information and to register to participate on the Marty Lyons Foundation cyclist team, contact Jeanne Ellis at 631.543.9474 or jellis@ martylyonsfoundation.org To learn more about the TD Five Boro Bike Tour visit www.bikenewyork. org/ride/five-boro-biketour/ For information about the Marty Lyons Foundation visit www. martylyonsfoundation.org.

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February Charity of the Month:

HOPE CHILDREN’S FUND

“I believe all things happen for a reason” Kevin Mann, Vice President of Hope Children’s Fund, said to me as we sat down to talk more in-depth about this international non-profit. It was not by coincidence that he and his wife crossed paths with Lawrence Hohler, retired Smithtown East HS teacher, and Joseph Kirima, primary school teacher in Kenya, to learn about what those two educators came together in hopes to form: a Kenyan orphanage.

Hope Children’s Fund operates with the motto “Education Is Key” and for children in Kenya, this couldn’t be more true. Without an education and the ability to speak English, these children often lack the opportunity to rise above fetching water and cutting wood. Mann explained, “The government in Kenya doesn’t have the resources to take care of the children in their country like the United States government does.” It is not shocking to see a very young child in Kenya hopelessly wandering the streets without family, hungry and just trying to survive. Hope Children’s Fund does something about this problem.

In 2001, Hope Children’s Fund registered as a nonprofit and raised $40,000 through donations – precisely enough money to begin construction on an orphanage that stands high up on a hill in Meru, Kenya. By 2005, the orphanage opened and began transforming lives for children, many of whom had lost their parents in the AIDS epidemic. This orphanage, Jerusha Mwiraria Hope Children’s Fund Home, has a dining hall and a dormitory for boys and girls. It provides the children with shelter, steady meals and the opportunity to attend school. The children are shown family values and given chores to complete in order for them to gain life skills.

They currently house 100 children and have had many success stories. One of their favorites is of a young lady named Betty Gakii who entered their orphanage when she was little, did well and became a teacher, later got married and had children of her own, and now is the Administrative Assistant at this same orphanage!

Kevin feels that he and his wife have received and learned much more from the orphans than they’ve given and taught them. With that being said, if you would like to help change the lives of orphans in Kenya, you can!

There are 22 orphans who still need to be sponsored through Hope Children’s Fund’s sponsorship program - $1/day or $365/year will help send these children to school so they have a better chance to succeed. You can visit their website at www.HopeChildrensFund.org or contact Kevin Mann at KevinMannMail@gmail. com to learn more and view photos of these children. Upon sponsoring a child, you will receive a photo and bio of them, and you can write letters/send e-mails directly to the child to provide them with hopeful messages to brighten their days.

Kevin and his wife often travel to Meru to visit the orphanage and welcome sponsors to travel along to meet firsthand the child they sponsor.

Another way you can become involved is by hosting a craft fair to sell Kenyan crafts made by the Meru Women’s Collective. You will be provided with the goods, and all the profits generated will go back to the children at the orphanage. Contact Kevin Mann for more information.

Lastly, Hope Children’s Fund will host their first gala at East Wind in Wading River on February 18th. Tickets are $200, and all are welcome to attend to support this charity and learn more about what they do! Contact Kevin Mann to purchase your tickets now and be a part of something that truly matters.

If you would like your organization to be featured in this column, e-mail Noelle@SouthBaysNeighbor.com

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Long Island Fight for Charity, the nation’s only all-volunteer charity fund raising event and program is now conducting its search for 2018 volunteer charity boxers. Since 2003, over 300 men and women have earned the title of LIFFC Alumni Boxer. If you ever wanted to do something different and challenge yourself this is the year to make the commitment.

The LIFFC 15th Main Event to be held on Monday, November 19th, 2018 will feature 10 or more bouts between volunteer charity boxers who have demonstrated their personal commitment to raising a minimum of $10,000 for the Fight for Charity organization’s fund, raising goals that benefit local charities, intensive physical training and participation in promotional activities and media interviews. Over $1 million has been donated to Long Island charities since LIFFC’s founding.

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Wednesday, February 7 The Babylon Day Homemakers of Suffolk County will meet at the pool building in front of the Town of Babylon Pools, Phelps Lane in North Babylon, at 10:30 a.m. For information, contact 631.661.0190.

To Possess a Human Soul: Slavery and the American Presidency will be presented at Hazak/Congregation Beth Ohr, 2550 Centre Avenue in Bellmore, at 1:30 p.m.

For information, contact 516.221.4107.

The Long Island Accordion Alliance will meet at La Villini Restaurant, 288 Larkfield Road in East Northport, at 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.261.6344.

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The Eating Disorder Support Group for Family and Friends will meet in the conference room of the Copiague Public Library, at 7 p.m.

For information, contact 631.275.0439.

The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York will present the top 16 finalists in a concert at the Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Drive in Centerport, at 7 p.m.

For information, contact 516.365.6961.

The Brentwood Union Free School District will host an Informal Budget and Board Workshop in the Public Meeting Room of the Anthony F. Felicio Building, at 7 p.m.

Denial will be screened at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library auditorium, 999 Old Country Road in Plainview, at 1 p.m. For information, contact 516.313.0131.

The International Festival will be held at the Lindenhurst High School cafeteria, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. There will be singing, dancing, food, a 50/50, raffle, refreshments and more. Tickets are $6 and are available through International Club members or Mr. Weeks in Room 144.

The Board of Trustees of the Islip Public Library will meet at 71 Monell Avenue in Islip, at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.581.5933.

Friday, February 9

in Huntington, at 2 p.m. A panel discussion with plant scientists will follow. Seating is limited.

A Valentine’s Day Author Fair will be held at the Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road in Holbrook, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Psychic Medium Christopher Allan will be on hand at the Wade-Burns VFW Post 7279, 560 North Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst, from 2 to 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.888.9854.

A Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance will be held at the Moose Lodge, 883 South Broadway in Lindenhurst, from 7 to 11 p.m. For information, contact 631.988.4589.

A Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance will be held at the Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

For information, contact 631.242.4261.

An Opening Reception for “The Manipulated Image Photography Show” will be held at the Main Street Gallery, 213 Main Street in Huntington, from 6 to 8 p.m.

For information, contact 631.271.8423.

The Long Island Curling Club will host a charity event at the Long Island Sports Hub, from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

For information, contact LICurling@gmail.com.

A Dinner and Night at the Races will be held at American Legion Rusy-Bohm Post 411, 39 Nassau Avenue in Islip, at 7 p.m. The races will begin at 8 p.m. For information, contact 631.277.8383.

The South Shore Audubon Society will host a Bird Walk in the Massapequa Preserve, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Bring binoculars. For information, contact 516.799.7189.

Girl Please! A Discussion on Women in Relationships will be presented at the New Hope Institutional Baptist Church, 30 Harrison Avenue in Amityville, at 7 p.m.

For information, contact 631.789.2544.

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Saturday, February 10

SAGE will meet at the Woodbury Jewish Center, 200 South Woods Road in Woodbury, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. For information, contact 516.496.9100.

The Power of Love will be presented at the Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road in Holbrook, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

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Sunday, February 11

A Blood Drive will be held at the Bellport Community Center, 4 Bell Street in Bellport, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.286.2559.

A Chinese New Year Celebration will be held at the WMHO Educational and Cultural Center in the Stony Brook Village Center, from 1 to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.689.5888.

A Magic Show will be held

Food Evolution will be screened at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Avenue

stress.

“When you’re stressed and tired, every aspect of your life is affected,” says lifestyle expert and spokesperson for the Better Sleep Council, Lissa Coffey. “Controlling stress

and getting a good night’s rest start with evaluating your lifestyle.”

Dr. Douglas MacKay, N.D., vice president, scientific and regulatory affairs, Council for Responsible Nutrition,

Tuesday, February 13 The West Islip Chamber of Commerce will host its Installation Breakfast at Our Lady of Consolation, 11 Beach Drive in West Islip, from 8 to 9 a.m. For information, contact 516.369.2310.

Western Suffolk BOCES will meet in the administrative offices at 507 Deer Park Road in Dix Hills, at 6:25 p.m. The public portion will resume at 7 p.m. This meeting is open to all.

A meeting of the Republic Airport Commission will be held in conference room 201 of the Main Terminal, 7150 Republic Airport in Farmingdale, at 7 p.m.

For information, contact 631.752.7707, ext. 6109.

The Elements of Nature will be presented at the South Shore Audubon Society meeting at the Freeport Memorial Library, 144 West Merrick Road, at 7:30 p.m.

For information, contact 516.208.6374.

Wednesday, February 14 A Mammography Screening will be held at Mercy Medical Center in Rockville Centre, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. By appointment only.

For information, contact 516.705.1300.

AMVETS will meet at Post 18, 141 Carleton Avenue

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For information, contact 631.581.6913.

Ongoing Events The Art League of Long Island’s 4th annual Juried Photography Exhibition will be on view through February 10th at 107 East Deer Park Road in Dix Hills.

For information, contact 631.462.5400.

Love/Sick will be presented from February 9th through February 24th at the South Shore Theatre Experience, 115 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.669.0506.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum will be presented from February 10th through February 25th at the BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.581.2700.

A Pet Food Drive will be held through February 28th at Senator Phil Boyle’s district office, 69 West Main Street, Suite B, in Bay Shore, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

For information, contact 631.665.2311.

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by Jeremy Dennis will be on display from February 8th through March 15th at Suffolk Community College’s Flecker Gallery, Ammerman Campus.

For information, contact 631.451.4093.

Legion of Villains will be presented through March 17th at the BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact

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Setauket Artist Cheryl Cass Zampiva will be featured through March 23rd at the Mills Pond Gallery, 550 Route 25A in St. James.

For information, contact 631.862.6575.

A Farmers Market will be held through March 24th on Saturdays at Christ Lutheran Church, 117 Carleton Avenue in Islip Terrace, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Vendors Wanted Craftspeople and Vendors are wanted for the Indoor Pilot Club of Patchogue’s annual Craft & Vendor Fair on May 5th at the United Methodist Church of Patchogue.

Deadline to register is March 15th. For information, contact 631.681.9583.

Vendors are wanted for the Amvets Ladies Auxiliary #18 Craft and Vendor Fair on May 5th at Amvets Hall, 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For information, contact 631.277.9842.

Save the Date An Exhibit Reception for Dreamscapes: Land & Water will be held on February 16th at the Long Island Photo Gallery, 467 Main Street in Islip, from 6 to 8 p.m.

For information, contact 1.888.600.5474.

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Taking Home Trophies The Middle Country Central School District’s Newfield High School “Roverines” robotics team recently continued its extraordinarily successful year with another first place tournament trophy at a regional VEX Robotics competition.

The competition, hosted at Adelphi University, brought together student teams from high schools in Westchester, New York City and Long Island.

“The entire District is incredibly proud of our

various techniques, which included the following: · Reading and following a detailed schematic of the grill that featured drawings from three different angles – top, front, and one side. · Calculating the total dimensions given limited information to ensure math skills are on par. · Utilizing proper cutting, bending, and welding proficiency when fabricating steel of varying thicknesses, and different materials if using them for accent pieces.

Each student’s steel grill box and lid were essentially identical (12” wide, 8” deep, 10” high), but they had creative license on

how to design the legs, the handle, and if they wanted to add a vent or additional accents. Students had approximately four weeks to complete the assignment. The project was finalized one recent afternoon when the class fired up their grills to roast hotdogs and hamburgers.

“Making something useful, yet complex, which everyone can take home and share with their families was the highlight of the semester,” said Akers. “This type of project-based learning provides necessary handson lessons and keeps enthusiasm levels high.”

is given to the team that accumulates the most points between the autonomous-control and driver-control challenges.

The students have one more regional competition in East Rockaway before they will compete in the Southern New York State VEX Robotics Championship. They will look to repeat their first place performances and once again move onto the VEX Worlds Competition in Louisville, Kentucky.

TAKING HOME TROPHIES - The Middle Country Central School District’s Newfield High School Roverines robotics team poses together following their win at the recent regional VEX in the Zone Robotics Competition.

Dining on Good Books Helen B. Duffield Elementary School’s library was recently transformed into Café Duffield for the first “Book Tasting” event held on January 26th, as Karen Pitka’s fourth-graders were invited to “taste” six genres, including science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy and mystery.

Each table offered a three-minute “taste,” or sampling, of a book of the student’s choice. After reading their selected work, the students logged a brief menu summary including what the author did to hook the reader and if the student would recommend this particular piece of literature to others.

Students then discussed their selection with the rest of the “customers” at their genre table.

Before returning to their classroom, the readers picked up a bookmark, making note of their top three favorite choices throughout selection of books.

DINING ON GOOD BOOKS - Students from Karen Pitka’s fourth-grade class CHIPPEWA HONOREES - Chippewa Elementary School students were recognized at Connetquot Central School District’s Helen B. Duffield Elementary School were for their dedication to volunteerism. Photo courtesy of: Sachem Central School recently engaged in the school’s “Book Tasting” event, as they sampled six different District genres of fiction novels. Photo courtesy of: Connetquot Central School District

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Everyone loves to grill. That’s why John Akers, welding teacher at Edward J. Milliken Technical Center, had his students build personalsized, charcoal grills for their midterm project.

This exercise incorporated all the skills students learned during the year up until this point. The welding program is part of the Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology, the Career and Technical Education Program of Eastern Suffolk BOCES. To execute this multifaceted project, students had to demonstrate mastery of

Roverines as they continue the incredible streak of thoughtful and innovative performances at robotics competitions,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Roberta Gerold. “Their success is a testament to a District - and a community - that provides students opportunities to engage in STEM inside the classroom and through multiple extracurricular programs.”

The Roverines also came in first place in the competition’s skills challenge. The trophy

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Talking Safety Kindergarten students talked about safety at Grundy Avenue Elementary School in the Sachem Central School District during a recent injury prevention program provided by the Trauma Center at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.

Through the workshop, each kindergarten class was visited by two Stony Brook nurses, Kristi Ladowski and Christine Pfundstein, who shared important tips to stay safe and avoid

injury. Students learned about the importance of correctly wearing a seatbelt when riding in a car and a helmet when riding a bicycle. Using two eggs, one with a protective case around it representing a helmet and one without, the students saw how easily the unprotected egg cracked and the protected egg remained safe.

Additionally, each class participated in a teddy bear clinic where students suited up as a

doctor and performed patient care on one of their own stuffed animals.

Dressed in protective hair nets, face masks and rubber gloves, students began by assessing the condition of their patient, identifying injuries and making recommendations on how to stay safe next time. Completing the teddy bear clinic, the student-caregivers applied bandages and splints to their injured fluffy friends.

Floating to Conclusions Ronkonkoma Middle School eighth-grade students enrolled in Anthony Carbonaro and Alma Campanelli’s math, science and technology courses tested their creativity and engineering skills during a recent regatta boat race on January 25th at

Connetquot High School.

As part of a lesson on buoyancy, the young engineers spent weeks using scientific calculations to design and construct boats out of cardboard and duct tape in hopes of crossing the high school pool.

Although some students chose to

commandeer their boats in an individual fashion, they all worked in teams when creating their boats in class.

Despite the fact that not every boat was able to stay afloat during the race, the students enjoyed cheering one another to see which boat would make it across.

FLOATING TO CONCLUSIONS - Ronkonkoma Middle School eighth-grade student Christian Mehrtens rowed his way along the Connetquot High School pool during their recent regatta boat race on January 25th. Photo courtesy of: Connetquot Central School District TALKING SAFETY - Grundy Avenue Elementary kindergartners demonstrated the importance of helmets with the help of Stony Brook nurse, Kristi Ladowski. Photo courtesy of: Sachem Central School District

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Capstone Kickoff The Middle Country Central School District’s Hawkins Path Elementary School recently hosted a kick-off party for its fifth grade students as they begin their capstone research projects. Hawkins Path’s teachers and administrators developed 12 unique, interactive stations in which students explored and began to develop subject area ideas for their individual

research projects.

The exploratory process consisted of multiple stations, including sensory stations, historical documents, physical challenges, music from around the world, a mystery box and many more. Providing a range of stations allowed students to ask challenging questions and determine the topics of which they were eager to further explore.

The District is encouraged to witness the educational trajectory these fifth grade students have taken during their elementary school experiences, and the District is looking forward to the completion of their capstone research projects as students prepare for a new beginning in middle school.

Student Makes a Difference An advocate for community safety, Sycamore Avenue Elementary School third-grader Braden Zuccaro recently worked to improve traffic safety in his neighborhood by contacting Peter Kletchka, project supervisor for the Islip Town Department of Public Works.

As a result of this

outreach, Mr. Kletchka visited the school in the Connetquot Central School District on January 22nd and spoke to Braden and his classmates about the process he takes into addressing citizens’ safety concerns. He also thanked Braden for his thoughtful letter, and assured him that additional representatives of the Town of Islip will

visit the area of concern to see what remedies can be introduced to satisfy Braden’s safety concerns.

“You are never too young to have your concerns heard, and to make a difference,” said Sycamore School Youth and Family Services Coordinator Robyn Hoffmann.

STUDENT MAKES A DIFFERENCE - Sycamore Avenue Elementary School thirdgrade teacher Lori Tutino, Sycamore Avenue Elementary School Youth and Family Services Coordinator Robyn Hoffmann, Sycamore Avenue Elementary School Principal Stuart Pollak and Peter Kletchka, project supervisor for the Islip Town Department of CAPSTONE KICKOFF - Middle Country Central School District Hawkins Path Public Works, with student Braden Zuccaro, who recently wrote a letter to the town of Elementary fifth grade students participate in the school’s capstone research project Islip addressing a safety concern in his neighborhood. Photo courtesy of: Connetquot kick-off party.

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Applications Available Longwood School District participates in the grant-funded New York State Universal PreKindergarten Program.

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Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced the 2018 E-Waste Drives, Paper Shredding and Drug Take Back events for residents to safely dispose of unused electronic devices, have their old paper documents securely shredded and to safely dispose of old prescription drugs.

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by Teachers Federal Credit Union, who have partnered with the Town since 2015.

For more information, call 451.TOWN (8696) or visit www.brookhavenny. gov. Residents are urged to bring the following electronic items to be recycled: TV’s VCR & DVD Players Computer Mice Printers Calculators Hard Drives Electronic Typewriters Circuit Boards Projectors Camcorders Laptops Power Supplies Radios/Stereos Servers Backup Batteries PDAs Mainframes Pagers Monitors Routers Telephones Scanners Cell Phones Answering Machines Hubs Modems Fax Machines Keyboards Copiers Cables Gameboys & other Handheld Electronic

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Sachem Public Library 150 Holbrook Road Holbrook *** CD-1 Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright Saturday, April 14th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Setauket Fire Department 394 Nicolls Road Stony Brook *** CD-5 Councilman Neil Foley Saturday, April 28th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Henrietta Acampora Center, 39 Montauk Highway, Blue Point *** CD-2 Councilwoman Jane Bonner Saturday, May 5th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Rose Caracappa Center 739 Route 25A, Mt. Sinai *** CD-4 Councilman Michael Loguercio Saturday, May 19th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Longwood Middle School 41 Yaphank Middle Island Road, Middle Island ***

CD-6 Councilman Dan Panico Saturday, June 2nd 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

William Floyd Middle School, 630 Moriches Middle Island Road, Moriches *** CD-3 Councilman Kevin LaValle Saturday, September 8th 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach *** CD-2 Councilwoman Jane Bonner Saturday, September 15th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Rose Caracappa Center 739 Route 25A, Mt. Sinai *** CD-6 Councilman Dan Panico Saturday, September 29th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

William Floyd Middle School 630 Moriches Middle Island Road, Moriches *** CD-4 Councilman Michael Loguercio Saturday, October 20th 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

South Country Public Library 22 Station Road, Bellport *** CD-1 Councilwoman Valarie M. Cartright Saturday, October 27th 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Terryville Fire Department 19 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station *** CD-5 Councilman Neil Foley Saturday, November 3rd 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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SEEING THE WONDER - Jeremy Dale, center, is pictured with his family members and administration from Connetquot Central School District’s Edward J. Bosti Elementary School after giving an informative speech to fifth-graders from the school.

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Sachem Public Library The library will present the following events: Cardiovascular Disease and the Path to a Healthy Heart Wednesday, February 7th, at 2 p.m.

Learn the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and find out how to prevent heart disease. *** Beekeeping 101 Wednesday, February 7th, at 7 p.m.

Master Beekeeper Moira Alexander will explain what you need to get started on this rewarding hobby. *** Chinese New Year Celebration Sunday, February 11th, at 2 p.m.

Celebrate with a presentation of a drumming dance, Asian songs, a flute and violin performance and more. *** How Good Posture Can Prevent Your Next Backache Monday, February 12th, at 2 p.m.

Learn tips on how to reduce back and neck pain by focusing on better postures. *** Rescue Your Relationships Monday, February 12th, at 7 p.m.

Christine Malenda will help you explore why your relationships have been less than ideal and how you can make immediate improvements. *** New Orleans: City of Mardis Gras & Voodoo Tuesday, February 13th, at 7 p.m.

Dr. Ronald Brown will discuss the founding of this historically rich city. *** Living Healthy Wednesday, February 21st, at 2 p.m.

This program will share some helpful tips in a supportive environment. *** Mindfulness: Relieve Stress and Anxiety Thursday, February 22nd, at 10:30 a.m.

Coach Steve Interrante will guide you through experiences of gentle and calm sound therapy and present moment awareness. *** Blood Drive Friday, February 23rd, from 2 to 8 p.m.

Your donation can save three lives. *** Passion in the Afternoon Sunday, February 25th, at 2 p.m.

Laura Lupinacci (mezzosoprano), Salvatore Motisi (tenor) and guest artist Gina Haver (soprano) will perform. *** Mafia Rituals Wednesday, February 28th, at 7 p.m.

Professor Giuseppe Costa will explore these practices and unveil Mafia secrets. *** For information, contact 631.588.5024. The library is located at 150 Holbrook Road in Holbrook.

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Connetquot Public Library The library will present the following events: Family History Roundtable Series: Alt for Norge Wednesday, February 7th, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Local resident Christine Campisi will share her experiene as a contestant on Alt for Norge, a Norwegian reality TV show. *** Afternoon Movies Friday, February 9th, at 2 p.m.

For movie title, visit www.connetquotlibrary. org. *** The Exceptions Sunday, February 11th, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Dave Scotti and his doowop band will perform your favorite oldies from the 50s, 60s and 70s. *** Afternoon Movies Monday, February 12th, at 3 p.m.

This Valentine’s Week Movie Binge will also be held on Tuesday, February 13th, at 1:30 p.m. and

Wednesday, February 14th, at 1 p.m. *** Robert Moses, Master Builder of Suburbia Monday, February 12th, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Philip Y. Nicholson will host a discussion on Robert Moses. *** Internet Safety Wednesday, February 14th, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Learn how to protect yourself and your family while searching, shopping and browsing the internet. *** Homegrown String Band Sunday, February 18th, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Featuring this 21st incarnation of the traditional family band, utilizing unique instrumentation. *** Blood Pressure Screening Tuesday, February 20th, from 10 to 11 a.m.

A registered nurse from the Visiting Nurse Service

will be on hand to take your blood pressure. *** Willie Lynch Band Sunday, February 25th, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

The band will perform traditional Irish music. *** Ask the Building Department Monday, February 26th, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Ken Weeks will be on hand to answer your questions about certificates of occupancy, building permits and application requirements. *** How to Become a Suffolk County Police Officer Tuesday, February 27th, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

There will be a 15-minute information session, followed by a Q&A. *** For information, contact 631.567.5079. The library is located at 760 Ocean Avenue in Bohemia.

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On January 24th, local teens gathered together at a cozy community spot, Coffee Booths in Selden, for the first winter meeting of the Middle Country Public Library’s Teen Writers Cafe.

The night was full of

laughs and fun writing challenges, along with delicious hot chocolate and baked treats! At the end, participants shared their original writing. The next Teen Writers Cafe is Wednesday, Feb. 28 at MCPL Centereach and is

open to Middle Country Library cardholders in 6th12th grade; register online at www.mcplibrary.org or call 631.585.9393, ext. 107.

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During its January meeting, the Sachem Central School District Board of Education celebrated multiple students for their extraordinary volunteer efforts.

Cayuga Elementary School second-grader Adrianna Esposito was recognized for organizing a toy drive, which collected 550 toys for families in

need within the Sachem community.

Also recognized was a group of students from Sachem High School North for their participation in a recent toy and food drive.

The incredible effort by the students collected 1,364 boxes of food for Sachem’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive and countless toys during the Festival of Trees and Lights, one of the

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Concluding the student recognitions, a large group of student leaders from Chippewa Elementary School were recognized for their continued volunteerism and community support organizing clothing and food drives.

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department - with an award that recognizes their exemplary dedication to best safety practices in the workplace and/or on the road.

Instituted more than 10 years ago, this program recognizes school bus drivers, transit drivers, mechanics, driver assistants, and office staff who reflect the company’s mission to make safety their number one priority.

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(NAPSI)—Did you know that an estimated one in five adults over age 50 are affected by isolation? This is a problem, as research has shown that prolonged isolation can be as bad for you as smoking 15 cigarettes a day—and these negative health consequences of chronic

isolation may be especially harmful for older adults.

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• Don’t let being a nondriver stop you from staying active. Find out about transportation options.

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SACHEM NORTH HONOREES - Sachem High School North students were CAYUGA HONOREE - Cayuga Elementary School third-grade student Adrianna recognized for their organization and execution of a successful toy and food drive. Esposito was honored for organizing a toy drive that raised 550 toys for families in need Photo courtesy of: Sachem Central School District within the Sachem community. Photo courtesy of: Sachem Central School District

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(NAPSI)—Granite countertops are the most popular option available when it comes to kitchen or bathroom remodeling.

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you clean with: Never use ammonia—based products-or cleaners containing vinegar, lemon or orange—on your granite countertops. Avoid abrasive cleaners such as dry or soft cleansers. Don’t use cleaning products that contain acid such as bathroom, grout, or tub and tile cleaners. Specialty granite cleaners can be used, but they can be expensive. There’s a way to stretch your dollars.

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Get Back On Your Feet—Tips For Running At Any Age • Start slow: Start with brisk walks and then slowly transition to running.

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