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Students with the winning video will be awarded $2,500 for a school or community project.

As part of the contest, students will view the Smithsonian Channel documentary Breath of Freedom that details the experiences of AfricanAmerican GIs who helped rebuild Germany at the end of World War II and experienced equality for the first time overseas. Just as the soldiers featured in the documentary helped ignite the Civil Rights Movement, students can document their unique “mark” for positive change in their own video.

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Cultivating Kindness By: Janice Calandrino, Levittown Living by the golden rule; Do unto others as you would have done to you.

Accepting that we cannot change everyone, but we can change ourselves.

Identifying our pet peeves and learn how to stop feeding into them.

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Enliven your spirit with wonderful interests and activities; Think positive thoughts, be optimistic in your views, Share a kind word with a friend or colleague; Present a firm grip and strong handshake, And there will be little measure for misery and enmity.

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Stuttering is a frustrating and embarrassing problem for millions of people, but it can be especially tough on teenagers.

Help is available at most public libraries in the form of a DVD. Some libraries have an older video format.

“It’s meant to encourage teens, to tell them that there is hope out there,” said Professor Peter Ramig of the University of Colorado at Boulder.

Ramig is one of three nationally recognized experts appearing in the DVD produced by the nonprofit Stuttering Foundation.

David Wilkins, a high school student who stutters, narrates the DVD. It features students from junior high school through college talking about their experiences with stuttering and what they found to be helpful.

They talk openly about the ridicule they faced from classmates and how their stuttering affects their lives.

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to emphasize the embarrassment and frustration factor, and we think teens will relate to that,” adds Ramig. He appears in the DVD along with speech-language pathologists Dr. Barry Guitar of the University of Vermont and Dr. Hugo Gregory of Northwestern University.

The three experts answer questions about stuttering, refute myths and misconceptions, and present examples of therapy sessions showing how stuttering can be reduced.

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“Myths such as believing people who stutter are less intelligent or suffer from psychological problems still persist despite research refuting these erroneous beliefs.”

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Last week, with the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics in full swing, I made the realization that, much like those athletes, we are all destined for something.

Whether it is a Gold Medal or last place, we are all put on this Earth for some reason. We may not always come out on top, but it is crucial to acknowledge that everything happens for a reason.

This same idea can be applied to our everyday lives. Although we may not be Olympians, we are crusaders in our own right. Each day, we are training ourselves to excel much like Shaun White and Shani Davis; we are trying to attain perfection.

There is, however, no such thing as perfection when it comes to humanity. As demonstrated by these two stars, even professionals are mortal.

When we do succeed, it is essential to recognize that we may have gotten lucky. There will always be someone just a little bit faster or a few inches taller. Nothing is certain, and we must earn what comes our way. It is all part of the master plan, and sometimes things work out. There is no such thing as a guarantee. Even Gold Medalists don’t get perfect scores.

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everyday lives. There is no guarantee that practice will lead to greatness. We can still fall short of our goals.

I try to implement this mindset into every facet of my persona. With college decisions steadily flowing in, I realize that I am not perfect. It would be irrational to think that I would be accepted to all of the colleges that I applied to. Rejection is an essential part of life, as losing is a key element of the Olympics.

Much like the Olympians, I know that every failure occurs for a reason.

Although on a much smaller scale, my futile pursuit of excellence is a model of their determination, perseverance and trial.

Tyler Cianciulli of Islip is a Senior at St. John the Baptist High School.

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• A letter from the team leader/mentor confirming active participation in the robotics program and addressing leadership, teamwork and gracious professionalism displayed by the student • An essay from the student addressing community activities in which he/she participated and how the scholarship will influence his/her career goals • Enrollment in one of Farmingdale State College’s four-year programs: mathematics, science, engineering technology or computer systems In order to continue receiving the scholarship each semester while attending Farmingdale State College, the recipient must meet the following criteria: • 3.5 GPA at the end of each semester • A commitment to promote and support the Long Island FIRST robotics programs • A letter describing the actions he/she has taken to promote and support the FIRST program on Long Island and/or within Farmingdale State College The deadline to apply is March 14th. The scholarship winner will be announced at the Long Island FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), which will take place March 27th-29th at Concrete Concrete was invented by the Ancient Romans.

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School-Business Partnerships of Long Island, Inc. is encouraging high school seniors who have participated in the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) robotics programs to apply for its Fred Breithut Scholarship. This special scholarship will assist an incoming student at Farmingdale State College throughout four years of college with $1,000 per semester (maximum eight semesters).

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Mind Matters The annual Mind Matters Dinner Dance, hosted by the Mental Health Association in Suffolk, in partnership with Clubhouse of Suffolk and Suffolk County United Veterans was held on January 30th at the picturesque Old Field Club in East Setauket.

A packed hall of attendees gathered to mingle, enjoy a gourmet dinner and dance the night away to live jazz performed by the New York City Police Department Jazz Band. Event honorees Sonia Murdock, Executive Director of the Postpartum Resource Center of New York; and Thomas Ronayne, Director of the Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency gave passionate speeches to business executives and non-profit leaders, friends, family, and politicians on the healthcare strengths and needs of people living on Long Island, New York.

Sonia Murdock, an international advocate and educator on mental health related to childbearing, eloquently spoke about the gap in education, treatment and support services regarding postpartum depression/psychosis as well as the support and resources available to mothers and families who are experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, to include postpartum depression.

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As administrator of the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Program, Mr. Ronayne spoke on the prevalence of post traumatic stress disorder and the tragic rate of

United Nations Multinational Peace Keeping Forces and anti submarine warfare operations around the world.

The Mental Health Association in Suffolk is an advocacy organization devoted to improving the mental health of the community through education, workforce training, and information and referral services.

MHAS is a local chapter of a statewide and national and network association of local MHAs. Its mission is: “To promote mental wellness by means of support services, education and advocacy.”

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Apply Now The Applications for the 8th Annual Polish American Museum Founders Scholarship are now available upon request. The Scholarship is offered to high school students of Polish descent residing in Nassau and Suffolk County and

citizens of the United States. The student must be entering college in the Fall 2014.

The Scholarship was established on the occasion of the museum’s thirty anniversary in honor of its three founders, Chester

Wrobel, Doctor Raymond Adamczak and Julian Jurus.

Today the museum continues to serve the community with many exhibits depicting the contribution of Polish people and their heroic efforts in the fight for

freedom. In addition, there are lectures and concerts throughout the year.

Last year’s Polish American Museum Founders Scholarship is attending the University of Stony Brook.

The deadline for

submitting the application to the Polish American Museum Founders Scholarship Committee, 16 Belleview Avenue, Port Washington 11050 is April 25th, 2014.

Additional information call 516.883.6542.

Winter Survival Tips Many hazards come with winter driving, but the possibility of being stranded may be one of the worst. If you get stranded while driving, here are some tips geared at helping you survive: Plan Your Route: Don’t use back roads to avoid traffic or save time. Take heavily traveled routes where more people can spot you. Also, main roads are the first areas that rescue workers will reach in emergencies.

If you must drive, travel during the day and don’t travel alone. Tell family or friends where you are going, the route you will take and when you expect to arrive.

Stay With Your Vehicle: While it will get cold, your vehicle is your best protection against wind and exposure. Remain in your vehicle where rescuers are most likely to find you. Abandon your car only as a last resort.

A single person walking through the snow is much harder to find than a stranded vehicle.

Prepare Your Vehicle: Make sure your vehicle is winterized and in good driving condition. Keep your gas tank full. This will keep the fuel line from freezing and allow you to run the engine for heat for a longer time.

Pack A Winter Survival Kit: The kit should

contain non-perishable food, water, warm clothes, blankets, tea light candles (for warmth), waterproof matches, flares, tools or a multi-function knife, a small mirror (for signaling), brightly colored cloth/plastic (for visibility), tow chain/ strap and a small pot for melting snow (to drink).

Use The Heater Sparingly: Running your engine and heater for ten minutes every hour is enough to keep you warm while also conserving fuel. While the engine is running, slightly open a downwind window for fresh air. Make sure to keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow to

prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Keeping Moving: At least once an hour, vigorously move your arms, hands, legs, feet and toes to improve circulation and keep warm. Important: Don’t exercise enough to get hot or sweaty. Wet clothes lose insulation value, making you susceptible to hypothermia. Also, avoid use of cigarettes or alcohol as these will reduce your ability to stay warm.

Stay Hydrated: The keys to winter survival are to stay dry, hydrated and warm. Drink fluids sparingly over time to avoid dehydration. Don’t

put snow in your mouth as a source of liquid, always melt it first.

“Eating” snow will lower your body temperature, increasing your risk of hypothermia.

Make Your Vehicle Easy To Find: Tie a piece of brightly colored cloth or plastic to your antenna or hang it out of a window.

When running the engine at night, turn on interior lights if you hear rescuers nearby. Rescuers can see a small glow at a considerable distance. To reduce battery drain, use emergency flashers only if you hear approaching vehicles. If the snow has stopped falling, open the hood of the car as a

(NAPSA)-Sleep apnea increases snoring and may make you more likely to have a car accident, says the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

Fortunately, a dental device resembling an athlete’s mouth guard is 70 percent successful at treating sleep apnea. Learn more at www. leadingdentists.com.

distress signal. Keep the roof of your car free of snow so it’s visible from the air.

Communicate: Make sure that your cell phone is fully charged. Call 911 and describe your location as precisely as possible. Keep calls brief to save your battery.

Sending text messages for help has the best chance of getting through while minimizing battery loss.

Don’t Expect To Be Comfortable: The goal is to endure until you’re found. Remember that the keys to survival are to remain calm and patient, and to be prepared.

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Coming Events Around Town Send Coming Events To: Neighbor Newspapers, 565 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735; Fax To: 631.226.2680; or E-mail To: editorsb@southbaynews.com at least two weeks prior to the date of the event. All events will run in the Coming Events Calendar on a space available basis. For further information, contact: 631.226.2636, extension 275.

Wednesday, February 19 The Usdan Center for the Performing Arts will host an Open House at 185 Colonial Springs Road in Wheatley Heights, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, contact 631.643.7900.

Family Art-Making Day will be held at the Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive in Roslyn Harbor, from 11 a.m. to 2 pm.

Also Thursday and Friday.

For information, contact 516.484.9337.

A Children’s Victorian Tea Party will be held at the Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road in Huntington Station, at 1 p.m.

For information, contact 631.427.5240.

From Broadway To The Met will be presented at La Villini Restaurant, 288 Larkfield Road in East Northport, at 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.261.6344.

Taj Mahal Trio will perform at the Boulton Center, located at 37 West Main Street in Bay Shore, at 8 p.m.

For information, contact 631.969.1101.

Thursday, February 20 Tea With Dolly & Me will be presented at the Conklin Barn, 2 High Street in Huntington, from 2 to 4 p.m.

For information, contact 631.427.7045.

Peter Max Signs Books & Posters will be presented at the Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive in Roslyn Harbor, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.484.9337.

The Great South Bay Audubon Society will meet at Connetquot River State Park and Preserve, Sunrise Highway in Oakdale, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.563.7716.

The Long Island Dahlia Society will host Dahlias 101 at the Carriage House in the

The NAACP Huntington Branch will host a Black History Program at the South Huntington Public Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Road in Huntington Station, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.421.2433.

Love” at the JSP Playhouse, 21 James Street in Babylon Village, at 8 p.m. Also Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. For information, contact 631.649.4140.

A Long Island NAIM Dance will be held at the Massapequa Elks, 2162 Veterans Boulevard in Massapequa, from 8 p.m. to midnight. For information, contact 516.781.4763.

The Bay Shore Historical Society will meet at the Bay Shore-Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Road in Brightwaters, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.665.1707.

Big Laughs In Bay Shore will be presented at the Boulton Center, 37 West Main Street in Bay Shore, at 8 p.m.

For information, contact 631.969.1101.

The Hard Luck Café will present Rebecca Pronsky and Bill Scorzari & Friends at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Avenue in Huntington, at 8:30 p.m. An open mic will precede at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.425.2925.

An Old Fashioned Country Auction will be held at Union United Methodist Church, 1018 Pulaski Road in East Northport, beginning with viewing at 9 a.m. For information, contact 631.261.1303.

Friday, February 21 Our Lady of Grace Widows & Widowers will meet at Our Lady of Grace Church in West Babylon, in Room 109, at 12 noon. For information, contact 631.661.5375.

AARP Oceanside Chapter will meet at 12:45 p.m.

For a location, contact 516.771.0986.

The Marconi Lodge will host a Night At The Races at 333 Moffitt Boulevard in Islip, beginning with dinner at 7 p.m.

The first race will start at 8 p.m. For information, contact 631.275.0878.

Hypnosis: Smoking Cessation will be held at South Bay Wellness, 23 Candee Avenue in Sayville, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.335.7204.

St. Jude Children’s Hospital will sponsor a Fundraiser Concert at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 147 Park Avenue in Amityville, from 7 to 9 p.m.

For information, contact 631.806.8685.

Saturday, February 22

The Sachem Public Library will host a Cabin Fever Book Sale at 150 Holbrook Road in Holbrook, in Community Room C, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. For information, contact 631.588.5024.

Boulton Center, 37 West Main Street in Bay Shore, at 8 p.m. For information, contact 631.969.1101.

Petrides, at 380 Nicolls Road in East Setauket, at 2 p.m.

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314, in Smithtown, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, and from 6 to 8 p.m. For information, contact 631.979.4300.

AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary #18 will host a 50’s Dance at 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, from 8 p.m. to midnight.

For information, contact 631.277.9842.

A Tribute To Crosby, Stills & Nash will be held at the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center at Five Towns College, at 2 p.m. For information, contact 631.656.3126.

The Babylon Village Arts Council will present “Nothing But A Man” at the Babylon Public Library, 24 South Carll Street, at 6:45 p.m.

A Night At The Races will be held at Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Council #7479 at St. Matthew Recreation Hall, 35 North Service Road in Dix Hills. For a time, contact 631.560.0451.

A Chili Contest will be sponsored by Mercy Center Ministries at Avino’s Italian Table, 108 South Country Road in Bellport, at 2 p.m.

For information, contact 631.447.3978.

Sunday, February 23 A Granny’s Attic Sale will be held at Temple Avodah Annex, 3050 Oceanside Road, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.766.6809.

The South Shore Audubon Society will host a Bird Walk at the Hempstead Lake State Park, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Bring binoculars.

For information, contact 516.987.8103.

Total Body Boot Camp will host an Open House at 21 South Carll Avenue in Babylon, from 1 to 4 p.m.

The 27th Annual Cold Spring Harbor Fire Department Antiques Show will be held on Main Street, across from the Harbor Park, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

A Bowling for Canine Companions event will be held at East Islip Lanes, 117 East Main Street in East Islip, at 2 p.m. For information, contact 631.561.0206.

A Health Program will be held at Congregation Beth Israel, 141 Hilton Avenue in Hempstead, at 11 a.m.

For information, contact 718.343.7375.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an eight-week program beginning in March.

An Information Session will be held at Family Medicine Associates of West Babylon, 580 Sunrise Highway. Also Sunday. For a time, contact 631.365.4818.

The Secret of Kells will be presented at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Avenue in Huntington, at 12 noon.

For information, contact 631.423.7611.

The 3rd Annual Chili CookOff will be held at Ascension Lutheran Church, 33 Bay Shore Road in Deer Park, at 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.667.4188.

Copperline will cover the hits of James Taylor at the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center at Five Towns College, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.656.3126.

Not Just Sinatra will be presented at the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center at Five Towns College, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.656.3126.

The James Street Players will present “Why Do Fools Fall In

Popa Chubby & Joe Louis Walker will perform at the

The Singles Club of Long Island will host a Luncheon at the Broadway Mall Food Court, beginning at 12 noon.

For information, contact 516.938.0506.

The Senior Pops Orchestra will perform at the Van Nostrand Theatre at Suffolk Community College, 1001 Crooked Hill Road in Brentwood, at 2 p.m. For information, contact 516.414.1831.

An Afternoon At The Opera will be presented at the Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road in Commack, from 2 to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.462.9800.

The St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Daughters of the Americas #869 will host Military Bridge at Msgr. Tarrant Hall, in St. Ignatius Loyola School, 30 East Cherry Street in Hicksville, from 2 to 5 p.m. For information, contact 516.433.7857.

Monday, February 24 A Community Blood Drive will be held at Good Samaritan Hospital’s Patio Café, 1000 Montauk Highway in West Islip, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For information, contact 631.376.4444.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island will present “Neuropsychological Assessment And Intervention In Epilepsy” at 100 Hospital Road, Room 206, in Patchogue, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For information, contact 516.739.7733.

A Book Discussion will be presented by St. Paul’s Reformed Church of North Babylon at Panera Bread, 1025 West Montauk Highway in West Babylon, at 1 p.m.

For information, contact 631.661.5562.

The Coram Civic Association will meet at the Coram Fire Department, Community Room, 303 Middle Country Road, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.736.3168.

Le Petit Salon de Musique will present “Music Salad,” featuring David Glukh and Liya

Medicaid Planning & Asset Protection will be presented at 222 East Main Street, Suite

Tuesday, February 25

The Long Island Stock Traders Meetup Group will meet at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library auditorium, 999 Old Country Road in Plainview, from 6:45 to 9:15 p.m. For information, contact 516.385.8244.

The North Babylon School District will host a Board Budget Meeting in the High School Little Theater, at 7 p.m.

The Republic Airport Commission will meet in Conference Room 201 of the Main Terminal of Republic Airport, 7150 Republic Airport, at 7 p.m.

The Suffolk County Chapter of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America will meet at the Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway in Dix Hills, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.423.3738.

The Wantagh Preservation Society will meet at the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.221.1200.

The Bay Village Civic Association will host a Meet The Candidates Night at the Park Avenue School auditorium, at 7:30 p.m.

The University Orchestra at Stony Brook University will host a Family Concert at the Staller Center, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.632.

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Wednesday, February 26 Author Marie Marsh will host a Reading & Book Signing at the Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s Educational & Cultural Center in Stony Brook Village Center, at 10:30 a.m. For information, contact 631.689.5888.

A Career Day will be held at the Esurance Branch Office, 49 Wireless Boulevard, Suite #100, in Hauppauge, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Also Thursday.

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The Different Paths Of Publishing... What Is The Best One For You? will be presented at Barnes & Noble, 842 Sunrise Highway in Bay Shore, at 7 p.m.

Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Montauk Highway in East Islip, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.754.1002.

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I Have A Dream will be presented at Suffolk Community College’s Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.851.6589.

A Women Of The World Art & Photography Exhibition will be held at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive Building, at 6 p.m.

The South Bay Art Association will host a Solarplate Etching Demonstration at the Bellport Community Center, 4 Bell Street in Bellport, at 7:15 p.m.

For information, visit www. southbayart.org.

Ongoing Events The Broadhollow Theatre Company will present “DooWop Wed Widing Hood” through February 22nd at the BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 516.775.4420.

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Company will present “Aladdin” through February 22nd at the Studio Theatre, 141 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.226.8400.

The Maritime Explorium will present “Celebrate The Winter Olympics” through February 23rd at 101 East Broadway in Port Jefferson.

Smithtown Artist Dan McCarthy will display his work through February 28th at Apple Bank, 91 Route 111 in Smithtown. For information, contact 631.862.6575.

Dan Christoffel will present “Pieces Of Yesterday” through February 28th at the Main Street Petite Gallery, 213 Main Street in Huntington.

For Gallery hours, visit www. huntingtonarts.org.

The South Shore Theatre Experience will present “Almost, Maine” through

March 1st at the Black Box Theatre, 350 Higbie Lane in West Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.669.0506.

The Northport-Bare Bones Theatre Company will present “Good People” through March 2nd at 57 Main Street in Northport. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.606.0026.

The Broadhollow Theatre Company will present “Hello, Dolly!” through March 2nd at the BayWay Arts Centre, 265 East Main Street in East Islip.

For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.581.2700.

The Nassau Community College Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery will present the Open Competition “Speak Memory” through March 13th.

For Gallery hours, contact 516.572.0619.

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The Ward Melville Heritage Organization will present “Running Scared, Running Free: Escape To The Promised Land” through March 14th. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.689.5888.

The Broadhollow Theatre Company will present “Mending Fences” from February 22nd through March 15th at the Studio Theatre, 141 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.226.8400.

The CM Performing Arts Center will present “Fiddler On The Roof” from February 22nd through March 16th. For Performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.218.2810.

Raymond Gomez: Urban Chaos will be presented through March 23rd at the Huntington Public Library, Main Art Gallery, 338 Main Street in Huntington. For Gallery hours, 631.427.5165.

Hot Off The Press will be presented from February 23rd through March 30th at the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery.

For Gallery hours, contact 631.462.5400.

Learn To Be Tobacco Free will be presented from February 24th through March 31st at St. Catherine’s Nursing Home, lower level recreation room, 52 Route 25A in Smithtown, at 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.870.3444.

A Quilting Workshop will be held every Monday at the Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue in Lindenhurst, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For information, contact 631.957.7526.

Bridge will take place on Tuesdays at the Henrietta Acampora Recreation Center, 39 Montauk Highway in Blue Point, from 12:45 to 4 p.m.

For information, contact 631.363.5193.

Bingo will be offered at the Deer Park Community Center every Tuesday (doors open at 6 p.m., the game starts at 7:15 p.m.) and Wednesday (doors open at 9 a.m., the game starts at 10:30 a.m.) For information,

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H.E.A.L. (Help Ease A Loss) will meet on Tuesday nights at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Brooksite Drive in Smithtown, at 7:30 p.m.

For information, contact 631.265.2810.

Ballroom Dance lessons will be held on Thursdays at the Huntington Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road in Greenlawn, from 8 to 9 p.m. Practice will follow from 9 to 10 p.m.

For information, contact 516.909.1686.

Swing Dance lessons will be held on Tuesdays at the Huntington Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road in Greenlawn from 7:30 to 8 p.m. Open dancing will follow from 8 to 10:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.476.3707.

Prison Families Anonymous will meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Community Presbyterian Church, 1843 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.943.0441.

The Farmingdale Rotary will host lunch meetings every Wednesday at Palmer’s American Grille, 123 Fulton Street in Farmingdale, at 12:30 p.m.

Israeli & International Folk Dancing will be held on Wednesdays at the RJO Intermediate School, Church Street and Old Dock Road in Kings Park, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.269.6894.

Long Island Leads, a new business networking group, will meet on Thursday mornings at the Atlantis Diner, 350 Montauk Highway in West Islip, from 7 to 8:30 a.m. For information, contact 631.376.1414.

The Rotary Club of SmithtownSunrise will meet every Thursday at the SmithtownMillennium Diner, corner of Main Street and Route 111, at 7:45 a.m. For information, visit www.smithtownsunriserotary. com.

The Plainedge Stamp Club will meet the third Thursday of each month at the Plainedge Library on Hicksville Road, from 1 to 3 p.m. For information, contact 516.796.0175.

A Labyrinth Walk will be held each Thursday at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Nicolls Road in East Setauket, at 1:30 p.m. For information, contact

The Compassionate Friends will meet the second Friday of each month at St. Sylvester’s Church, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.738.0809.

Sgt. John Sardiello Post 1634 will host an Open House each Saturday at 10 Bruce Street in West Babylon, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For an appointment, contact 631.669.3931.

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A Scout Is Reverent The Trailblazer District scouts and their volunteer scouting leaders participated in the annual “A Scout Is Reverent Week,” in recognition of the anniversary of Boy Scouts of America and the 12th point of the Scout Law, during the second week in February.

The youths attended and took part in leading services at all of the houses of worship both in the host Churches and Temples as well as at their local places of worship (some of which are the Cub Scout Pack, Boy Scout Troop, Venturing Crew or Explorer Post’s sponsoring organization).

Cub Scouts from local Cub Scout Packs with the assistance of their parents, leaders and Chaplain recently completed the Light of Christ and Parvuli Dei Catholic Scout Religious Emblems along with God and Me and God and Family Religious

Emblem programs.

These courses consist of activities and Bible studies designed to help the Scout become more aware of God’s presence in his daily life, especially within the home and community. By completing the requirements, the Scout has strengthened their spiritual growth and religious knowledge.

Presentations of the Catholic Cub Scout Religious Emblems were made during the Celebration of the Mass at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church at Scout Sunday services.

Said St. Joseph’s Scout Sunday Coordinator Mary Scotti, “Scouting For 104 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for millions of America’s youth.

Scouting has brought families and communities together for 100 years to prepare America’s

youth to live, work, and play with character and integrity. Scouting is as vital and relevant today as it was when our journey began. The Scout Sunday tradition was started to make people in houses of worship aware of Scouting, and to allow Scouts to live out their “Duty to God” pledged each week.”

At St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church (Ronkonkoma) Boy Scout Colin Kwasnik of Troop 272 (Ronkonkoma) and Cub Scout R.J. Dellasalle and Robbie Kohlmann of Cub Scout Pack 272 (Ronkonkoma) were Altar Servers.

Mary Scotti, during the presentation of the Cub Scout Religious Emblems, gave the explanation of the medals and read each of the Cub Scout’s names for the Parvuli Dei recipients, and distributed by Rev. Mike T. Maffeo.

Honoree Selected The Women for Brookhaven have named Maureen Mennella, a resident of Bay Shore, as the honoree for the 20th Anniversary event. The celebration will be held on Thursday, April 10th at 6:30 p.m. at the West Lake Inn, Patchogue.

Maureen Mennella, a 28 year veteran in the banking industry, is currently the Market Manager at People’s United Bank (PUB) in Bayport, managing six PUB branches in Suffolk County.

Maureen is the PresidentElect and Treasurer of the Patchogue Rotary Club. She was recently awarded Rotary’s highest honor, the Paul Harris Fellowship Award, for her outstanding contributions

to the community. She is on the Board of Directors for the Victim Information Bureau of Suffolk County.

As a volunteer for the Blue Point Salvation Army, she teaches financial literacy and advocates for their Angel Tree Program. She is also working with the Bayport Blue Point and Patchogue Medford School Districts, mentoring students in their Job Shadow and Career Day programs.

In 2007, Maureen joined the Advisory Council for the Medical Center. She has twice co-chaired the “Women for Brookhaven” event, and has served on the Hospital Ball committee for the past seven years. She has also been a member of the Black

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“Maureen exemplifies commitment to the community in so many ways. We are delighted that she is allowing us to bestow this honor upon her,” stated Richard T. Margulis, President and CEO of Brookhaven.

Women for Brookhaven is an active group of health conscious, community minded women who work for the advancement of heath care benefitting the patients of Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center.

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Addressing Dangers THE MAGIC OF READING - Hundreds of Connetquot Central School District’s Edith L. Slocum Elementary School students recently participated in a Reading Is Magic themed assembly with professional magician Robert “Magic Bob” McEntee.

During the interactive assembly session, Magic Bob used illusions, captivating magic, audience participation, comedy, storytelling and music to illustrate that reading is fun.

As part of the Parents As Reading Partners (PARP) program, the event was designed to encourage parents to read to their children for at least 15 minutes daily in order to help them improve their overall academic performance.

Varsity Coach Named On Tuesday, January 7th, Edward J. Bosti Elementary School students and staff welcomed Suffolk County Police Officer Elisa McVeigh for an important visit. Bosti Principal, Dr. Gail Cholden, and 5th grade teacher Ms. Whitson, had invited Officer McVeigh to talk to students about the dangers of substance abuse, and sound decision making.

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Police Smart program Officer McVeigh provides age-appropriate information to students, from kindergarten to 8th grade, on topics such as stranger safety, bullying, internet safety and making sound decisions. Using a video, and extensive Q&A, McVeigh gave advice to the students about how to avoid dangerous substances and the importance of making informed decisions.

The St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School Community is proud to announce alumnus and Officer McVeigh assured faculty member Ralph the youngsters that their Carusillo ‘98, of Lake parents and teachers are Grove, has been named always there to support as the Head Coach of the them, and that they should Varsity Football Team.

Athletic Director Ralph feel comfortable asking questions, and sharing Dalton ’82 couldn’t be their concerns with happier on the decision. He their parents. Edward J. stated that “Ralph has been Bosti Elementary School a big part of the growth students and staff thanked of the program and he is Police Officer Elisa ready to bring the football McVeigh for visiting, and program to the next level providing such important at SJB.” Ralph Carusillo has been coaching at St. advice.

John’s for the past 11 years in both the football and baseball programs.

Upon graduating Nyack College in 2003, Coach Carusillo returned to his Alma matter as a Social Studies teacher. He served as a Position Coach for the Varsity team for two years before being named Head Coach of the JV Program, a position he held for seven years. For the previous two years he has worked as the Offensive Coordinator for the Varsity squad.

Coach Carusillo has also coached the Long Island

Senior Bowl Team and, in 2012, was inducted into the CHSFL Board of Governors. Nyack College recognized him in 2010 by inducting him into their Athletic Hall of Fame.

Ralph and his wife Jenn have two children, Nicholas and Luke and are expecting their third this summer. The entire family is excited and Coach Carusillo is eager to begin his tenure as the leader of the St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School Football Program.

attempting to learn how to walk on stilts. The training sessions consisted of all 5th graders including those with special needs.

Three young ladies sensed this boy’s frustration, and went out of their way to lend their support, to make his ‘dream’ of stilt walking, a reality.

Payton, Ashley and Sierra worked together with Alex to give him the skills, and confidence, to walk on stilts for the December 20th performance! Mr. Nelson and Cherokee Principal Mrs. Bridgette Wilson recently recognized the three young ladies for their acts of love and compassion. These

youngsters went out of their way to be helpful to one of their classmates.

Their kindness, and consideration gave Alex the confidence he needed to take part in the annual Circus Show!

Their selfless acts of consideration earned them a special ‘Dignity’ Award from Mrs. Wilson, and a letter of commendation, a copy of which has been sent to compassionate entertainer Ellen DeGeneres!

Congratulations, and thank you, to Payton, Ashley and Sierra for your compassion and kindness towards one of your classmates.

Celebrating The Holidays

Honoring Black History

Islip Town Board members continued the Town’s long-standing tradition of observing National Black History Month at a recent Black History celebration held in the Islip Town Board meeting room, where board members paid special tribute to five individuals, who either live or work in Islip Town, who have made great strides in

the advancement of African Americans.

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by Councilman Anthony J. Senft, Jr., who was joined by fellow board members in acknowledging the many achievements of each honoree. From professional musicians to dedicated educators to outstanding athletic leaders, this year’s honorees were all deserving of the prestigious

award, and were presented with a customary crystal statue to celebrate their accomplishments.

Honored were: Reynard Burns for his contributions in the area of arts and education; Lisette Lors for Education; Mike Brown for Education; Judith JacksonFogah for Community Service; and Horace J. Mickle for Community Service.

As the school year wind’s down and students (and teachers) look forward to the winter holidays, some youngsters at the Edward J. Bosti Elementary School celebrated with special events. Ms. Prim’s students invited parents to visit on December 19th, to join in the party, and enjoy their

holiday play.

Edward J. Bosti Principal Dr. Gail Cholden joined parents for the celebration and play, then headed over to Mr. Volper’s kindergarten class and join their party. Besides the traditional decorations and snacks, Mr. Volper’s students also use their

skills and imagination to complete their own gingerbread houses to take home!

Congratulations to all the excited, talented, students at the EJ Bosti Elementary School, and best wishes for a safe, fun holiday!

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FOOTBALL CHAMPS HONORED - At the February 11th General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature, Legislator Tom Muratore recognized Sachem North High School’s Football Team as the Class I Long Island Champions for 2013. Muratore presented a proclamation to commemorate the event. The Flaming Arrows had a fantastic season with a record of 10 wins and 2 losses under the leadership of Head Coach Dave Falco. They won the Class I Long Island Championship and the Suffolk For two weeks, beginning County Division I Championship for 2013. Sachem North’s Football team also has the December 9th, fifth graders distinguished honor of having their Coach, Dave Falco, named as the New York State at Connetquot’s Cherokee Coach of the Year.

Street Elementary School worked on their circus skills! Students, working with their physical education teachers and trainers from the ‘Cirque du Jour organzation, learn to work as clowns, jugglers, stilt walkers and masters of the Diablo Stick!

During this year’s circus week, Cherokee PE teacher Mr. Joseph Nelson experienced one of the SWEARING IN - On January 20th, Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright joined the most wonderful examples North Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce to swear in their new Officers and Board of dignity he had ever seen!

During one of the Members. The swearing in, which was part of the Holiday Party Program, took place at the Inn and Spa at East Wind. Pictured: Roseann VanEssendelft - Chamber Recording training sessions, one expressed Secretary; Carol Genua - Membership Director; Donna Boeckel - 1st Vice President; youngster frustration while Jennifer Dzvonar - President; Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright; Ray Annicelli - 2nd his Vice President; Joe Savastano - Executive Director; Sheila Wieber - Treasurer. Not Pictured: Rhea Buckland - Membership Director; Mike Poveromo - Tourism Director; Brian Yonks - Director; Joe Berendowski - Director; Bob Cassidy - Director; Valerie Cassidy – Director.

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Poster Contest Underway Students, Pre-K through Grade 12, are encouraged to celebrate ARTS MONTH ON LONG ISLAND by participating in the Arts Alive LI 2014 Poster Contest.

The contest, which runs from February 10th to May 23rd, 2014, represents a unique

opportunity for students to become involved with the premier regional celebration of the arts on Long Island, win prizes and see their winning entries in an art exhibit at Long Island Children’s Museum in Garden City, NY. The Grand Prize includes a Mini

Apple IPAD and a $500 Gift Certificate, both donated

by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, founding and presenting sponsor of Arts Alive LI.Monetary prizes will also be awarded to all winners in each of three (3) categories including: Pre-K - Grade 2, Grades

3-6, and Grades 7-12.

New in 2014, winning posters will become part of the 2014 Arts Alive LI Commemorative Poster Series and will be on exhibit at the Long Island Children’s Museum in October. “It is our hope that many of our region’s

talented student artists will view this as an opportunity to participate in Arts Month and be featured in their first museum exhibition,” said Theresa Statz-Smith, Executive Director, Long Island Arts Alliance.

“Since the submissions will be done digitally on

our website, ArtsAliveLI. org, it is best suited to those who draw, paint, and specialize in graphic art or photography.”

Long Island Children’s Museum President Suzanne LeBlanc

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“safety level.”

Also, plateletsneeded for clotting- have only a 5-day shelf life and meeting the needs of cancer patients and others who require this lifesaving blood component has been a challenge.

“While we’re confident in our ability to supply our partner hospitals, we’re still struggling with the effects of the snow and ice for the past two weeks, and worried about an even bigger hit this week,” said NYBC Vice President Rob Purvis. “It is critical that we all pitch in by donating blood to ensure that supplies aren’t further diminished in the days ahead.”

There is no substitute for human blood, with about one in seven hospital admissions requiring a blood transfusion. Blood is especially important for people with leukemia, other forms of cancer, and of course for trauma victims. With a limited shelf life, supplies must be continually replenished.

Three factors are combining together to prompt NYBC’s emergency declaration: 1. Many blood drives have been cancelled

because of accumulated or predicted snowfall.

2. Many donors haven’t been able to make scheduled donation appointments due to the weather.

3. Hospital demand for blood types – notably O-negative, the universal blood type because of its usefulness in trauma situations – remains high.

If you cannot donate but

still wish to participate in bringing crucial blood products to patients in need, please ask someone to donate for you, or consider volunteering at a local blood drive. NYBC also offers special community service scholarships for students who organize community blood drives during summer months.

Any company, community organization,

place of worship, or individual may host a blood drive. NYBC also offers special community service scholarships for students who organize community blood drives during summer and winter months. Blood donors receive free mini-medical exams on site including information about their temperature, blood pressure and hematocrit

level. Eligible donors include those people at least age 16 (with parental permission or consent), who weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, are in good health and meet all Food & Drug Administration and NY or NJ State Department of Health donor criteria.

People over 75 may donate with a doctor’s note.

Continued From 22 announced news of the art exhibit at the Museum featuring the winning selections. “At the Children’s Museum we believe that there is a vital need for public spaces to exhibit the creative works of our neighbors.

Exhibiting the artwork of our community’s children is one way to encourage them to value and participate in the visual arts and develop the next generation of audiences for galleries and museums across Long Island. Seeing their contemporaries’ artwork on display will serve as inspiration to all

our visitors to keep the “arts alive.”

Arts Alive LI 2014 is presented by the Long Island Arts Alliance and Bethpage Federal Credit Union with additional support from Long Island Community Foundation and Empire State Development’s Division of Tourism/MARKET NEW YORK, through Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Regional Economic Development Council initiative.

For poster design guidelines and the official entry form, please visit: http://www.artsaliveli.org/ poster-contest/

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In the midst of an unprecedented string of winter storms, New York Blood Center is urgently asking donors to roll up their sleeves to replenish the community blood and platelet supply.

Dozens of blood drives have been canceled because of bad weather. Blood drives that are continuing have experienced greatly reduced attendance, while operations at NYBC’s many walk-in donor centers are similarly affected.

“I urge residents to donate to this vital cause,” Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone said. “So many people depend on donations to survive serious illnesses or accidents. Giving blood is an easy way to help others in need.”

To donate blood or platelets or for information on how to organize a blood drive please call toll free: 1.800.933.2566 or visit: www.nybloodcenter.org Of the six major blood types, five are below target levels. The supply of O-Negative blood – “universal donor” blood that can be transfused into anyone in a trauma situation – is now below the minimum emergency

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