August 2, 2023 - August 15, 2023 Suffolk Zone 6

PORT JEFFERSON STUDENT-ATHLETES HONORED

Several students attended the Port Jefferson School District July 11 Board of Education meeting to be recognized for their stellar spring athletic season. They were each presented with certificates of recognition by the Board of Education. Pictured: Port Jefferson School District varsity baseball team members are flanked by coaches Bryan Vaccaro, Charles Rolfe and Jesse Rosen. Board of Education Vice President Tracy Zamek is center with her son, Jake Zamek to her left.

Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District

Simons Foundation Announces Historic $500 Million Gift To Stony Brook University Endowment

The Simons Foundation, a philanthropy working to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences, today announced a historic $500 million endowment gift to Stony Brook University during a news conference at the foundation’s Manhattan headquarters. This monumental gift — the combined largesse of the Simons Foundation and Simons Foundation International — is the largest unrestricted donation to an institution of higher education in U.S. history.

The extraordinary gift is also expected to grow by up to $1 billion in contributions for Stony Brook University’s endowment by capitalizing on New York State’s 1:2 endowment matching program and other philanthropy inspired by this gift. This transformative donation will cement Stony Brook’s place as New York’s flagship research institution and provide the means to invest in areas most urgent and necessary to help sustain the university’s commitment to educational excellence, research innovation and community support.

Investments stemming from this gift will have a direct and positive impact on perpetual funding for student scholarships, endowed professorships, innovative research, and excellent clinical care.

“The Simons Foundation mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences,” Foundation President David Spergel said. “For more than a decade, we have been proud to give to an institution that is at the forefront of educational excellence in the sciences. It is our sincere hope that this large unrestricted gift will build upon our

previous support to Stony Brook, giving students and faculty the ability to dream big and engage in transformative research.”

“A world-class, public education has the ability to transform the lives of New Yorkers, which is why in this year’s budget we created the firstever matching fund for endowment contributions for SUNY’s university centers,” Governor Kathy Hochul said.

“Time and again, Stony Brook University forges a bold path forward, from innovation happening at Brookhaven Lab to the economic development throughout Long Island. With this remarkable contribution from the Simons Foundation, Stony Brook will continue to excel as an internationally recognized research institution and give students the tools they need to succeed.”

“We are eternally grateful to Jim and Marilyn Simons and Simons Foundation President David Spergel for their unparalleled support of Stony Brook University. In 1960, we were given a mandate by the State Board of Regents to become a university that would ‘stand with the finest in the country,’” University President Maurie McInnis said.

“Thanks in large part to the generosity of the Simons Foundation, we have done just that, and we have no intention of slowing down. We take seriously our commitment to our students, our faculty and our broader community to advance knowledge and contribute to the most significant challenges facing our society. We are so proud of all that we have accomplished as an institution and our best days are ahead of us.”

“I joined Stony Brook University in 1968 as Chair of their Department of Mathematics,” Simons

Foundation Co-Founder

Jim Simons said. “I knew then it was a top intellectual center with a serious commitment to research and innovation. But Stony Brook also gave me a chance to lead — and so it has been deeply rewarding to watch the university grow and flourish even more.

Marilyn and I are proud to support this outstanding public university that has given us so much.”

“As a Stony Brook graduate, I know firsthand the role that a quality education plays in the trajectory of one’s life,” said Marilyn Simons ’74, PhD ’84, Simons Foundation Co-Founder. “I am proud of the education I received there. Jim and I want to ensure that Stony Brook continues to serve its students with the highest level of educational excellence and with world-class resources. The foundation’s gift will also help give those from underserved communities the opportunity to reach their full potential. We look forward to seeing this institution continue to thrive.”

Since Jim and Marilyn made their first gift of $750 in 1983, they and the Simons Foundation have committed more than $1.2 billion to Stony Brook, while also inspiring over 2,100 other donors to give to the university. Their transformational support has led to growth impacting every corner of the Stony Brook campus and beyond, from the Renaissance School of Medicine and the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics to Stony Brook’s Simons STEM Scholars program, nine endowed chairs and professorships in economics, and more.

In addition to this historic gift and previous gifts to Stony Brook University, last month, following Stony Brook’s

successful bid to serve as the anchor institution of the The New York Climate Exchange, the Simons Foundation committed $100 million to the project’s expected $700 million budget. These funds will help establish this climate research, education and green-economy training hub, set to transform how the world responds to the climate crisis and pioneer investigation into environmental, community and health outcomes and impacts.

The Simons’ own personal involvement in Stony Brook community life over the past 55 years has been life-changing for generations of students’ and scholars’ past, present and future. They have provided countless hours of counsel and leadership to advance important initiatives. For example, Marilyn Simons’ work with the Stony Brook Women’s Leadership Council mentoring program

has been a launchpad for the careers of many undergraduates from all over campus.

“Jim and Marilyn have a long history of generously supporting the sciences, education, and the health and well-being of New Yorkers,” said Michael R. Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg LP and Bloomberg Philanthropies, and 108th Mayor of New York City. “This new gift is an extraordinary example of that, and it will help Stony Brook University make critical investments that will empower more students to reach their full potential.”

“The generosity of Jim and Marilyn Simons and the Simons Foundation has already changed the lives of millions of New Yorkers, and this historic contribution to Stony Brook University will impact our students and our state for generations to come,” said SUNY Chancellor John B. King

Jr. “Today’s announcement will benefit SUNY students through scholarship, academic programs, and research opportunities, and it will enhance Stony Brook’s prominence as a world-class leader of higher education. The Simons donation illustrates the power of Governor Hochul’s Endowment Fund Match program to multiply the support of generous donors to expand research and scholarship across SUNY.”

“It is my true honor to know Jim and Marilyn and to have had the privilege to work alongside them for more than 30 years,” said Stony Brook Foundation Board of Trustees Chair Richard Gelfond ‘76. “Both as an alumnus of Stony Brook and as Board chair, I am grateful for their generous philanthropic support, their leadership, and their friendship. They have made an indelible impact on the future of the University.”

Photo courtesy of Michael Lisnet for Simons Foundation

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Legislator Sarah Anker Announces 2023 Summer Community Concerts & Movie Nights

Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker is pleased to announce the Suffolk County Summer Concert and Movie Night Series in collaboration with community organizations including North Shore Youth Council, the Longwood Alliance, the Middle Island Civic Association, the Middle Island Fire Department, the Coram Civic Association, the Coram Fire Department, and the Ridge Civic Association.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 3

7:00PM

SUMMER UNDER THE STARS POP CONCERT

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

7:00PM

SUMMER BLAST SOCIAL NIGHT

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

9:30PM

NIGHT OWL CINEMA: BLADE RUNNER

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

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

7:00PM

SHOW ME THE MONEY

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: HONEY, I SHRUNK THE KIDS

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

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8

7:00PM-8:00PM

INFORMATION SESSION: HOSPICE VOLUNTEERING

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

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9

7:00PM

COMIC GEMS: COMING TO AMERICA

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

9:30PM

NIGHT OWL CINEMA: JENNIFER'S BODY

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

9:00AM-2:30PM

BLOOD DRIVE

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

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: THE MUPPET MOVIE

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

THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

6:00PM-11:00PM

FEAST OF SAINT PIUS X

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20

12:00PM

CINEMA FOR KIDS: THE IRON GIANT

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

“The summer community concerts have been instrumental in providing local performances with free-admission concerts across the district,” said Legislator Sarah Anker. “I encourage our residents to attend these concerts that provide a wonderful entertainment venue for all ages. A warm thank you to the community organizations for their partnerships with my office.”

There is no charge for admission to the concerts. For more information about the concerts, please contact the office of Legislator Sarah Anker’s office at (631) 854-1600.

Concert Information:

North Shore Youth Council Community Concert

Featuring: BonJourney

Date: Friday, August 4th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: North Shore Heritage Park 633 Mount Sinai Coram Rd, Mount Sinai

Middle Island Concert with Longwood Alliance, Middle Island Civic Association and the Middle Island Fire Department

Featuring: Penny Lane

Date: Tuesday, August 19th

Time: 6:00PM

Location: Middle Island Fire Dept. 31 Arnold Dr, Middle Island

Coram Civic Association and the Coram Fire Department Concert

Featuring: Southbound

Date: Saturday, August 26th (rain date August 28th)

Time: 9:00AM-9:00PM

Location: Middle Island Fire Department, 31 Arnold Dr, Middle Island

North Shore Youth Council Concert

Featuring: Mike DelGuidice on tour with Billy Joel

Date: Monday, August 28th (rain date August 30th)

Time: 7:00PM

Location: St. Anthony’s of Padua Church 614 NY-25A, Rocky Point, NY 11778

New York Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency

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Parents Who Have Lost Children To O.D. & Fentanyl To Offer Comfort To Others With Memorial Rocks

At Local Farmers Markets

MEMORIAL ROCKS - Memorial rocks like these will be available for personalizing at several local farmers market, alongside Narcan training by the SCPD. The rocks are placed at several parks, or the parent can take the rock with them.

At several upcoming dates at local farmers markets visitors will see a unique partnership between parents who have lost their children to OD and members of the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD). At these events there will be healing activities for grieving parents alongside Narcan training by the SCPD. It’s all part of a new outreach program by the police to give grieving parents who have lost children and loved ones to overdose and fentanyl poisonings, with an opportunity to honor and remember their child’s life.

The SCPD conducts the Narcan trainings alongside a “memorial rocks and informational” station run by the parents. The parents bring purple painted rocks to the farmers market that can be inscribed with a loved one’s name. The parents hope to give comfort to other parents who have lost children and give them an opportunity

to create something with their child’s name on it.

The rocks are then placed around parks and other locations as a reminder of how many Long Islanders have died from O.D. and fentanyl poisonings.

“Writing a child’s name on a rock may seem like a small thing, but I think it is a way of saying to the world that their child was once here,” said Carole Trottere, who lost her son Alex in 2018.

Trottere said parents may also bring a small photo of their child to put on the rock.

Look for the Narcan training and memorial Rock tables at: Patchogue, Farmers Market on August 6 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

N. Ocean Avenue and Division LIRR parking lot in Patchogue

Three Village Farmers Market on Friday, August 25

p.m. to 7 p.m. 1099

Stony Brook

Both farmers markets are donating the table space to the groups.

For more information about the memorial rocks and “Rock the Island,” contact Carole Trottere at catrottere@gmail.com

If you have lost a loved one to O.D. or fentanyl poisoning, and you would like to incorporate a Narcan training into a memorial event for your child, or loved one, please contact Police Officer Bridget Topping at bridget. topping@suffolkcountyny. gov

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Several students attended the Port Jefferson School District July 11 Board of Education meeting to be recognized for their stellar spring athletic season.

District Athletic Director

Port Jefferson Student-Athletes Honored

Adam Sherrard lauded rising sophomore Alexa Jacobs and Class of 2023 graduate Jenna Jacobs, who are sisters and student-athletes, for their impressive track records.

Coach Brian Snow shared

the highlights of their high school careers. Coach Snow congratulated Jenna on her championship high school career, calling her “a beacon of sheer will and determination for her grit, courage and

unwavering dedication.” He congratulated Alexa for not only earning the NYSPHSAA championship title in the 100-meter in June, but for her inspiring leadership, quiet determination and work

ethic.

Coach Jess Rosen spoke fondly of the varsity baseball team for their Suffolk County and Long Island championship season. He shared player highlights of each of the team members

and thanked assistant coaches Charles Rolfe and Bryan Vaccaro for working beside him with the awardwinning team. They were each presented with certificates of recognition by the Board of Education.

Accessing

Schooling Options

(NAPSI)—Parents are more optimistic about their children’s academic, emotional, and social development and they

increasingly support school choice according to EdChoice, which wants all K–12 students to access the schooling options—

public, private, charter, homeschooling or other— best for them. Learn more at www.edchoice.org.

JEFFERSON STUDENT-ATHLETES HONORED - Port Jefferson School District varsity baseball team members are flanked by coaches Bryan Vaccaro, Charles Rolfe and Jesse Rosen. Board of Education Vice President Tracy Zamek is center with her son, Jake Zamek to her left. Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District

ALEXA JACOBS - Port Jefferson School District Superintendent of Schools Jessica Schmettan, track coach Brian Snow and Athletic Director Adam Sherrard lauded student-athlete Alexa Jacobs. Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District

Preservation Long Island Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary With Special Events And Programs Through December 2023

Preservation Long Island is delighted to announce its 75th year in operation as the only regional not-for-profit organization dedicated to historic preservation on geographic Long Island. From events and exhibitions to preservation advocacy and on-site student education, their wide-ranging programs connect Long Islanders to the region’s diverse and distinctive past.

To help celebrate this 75th Anniversary milestone, special events are planned including, a new exhibition, and redesigned house tours and special programs at Preservation Long Island’s historic properties across Long Island.

Originally founded in 1948 as the Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities, the organization adopted Preservation Long Island as a new name in 2017 to communicate more plainly its commitment to

advancing the importance of preserving all facets of the region’s history through advocacy, education, and stewardship of historic sites and collections.

Preservation Long Island’s approach to historic preservation on Long island is comprehensive and includes:

• Interpreting three Preservation Long Island owned historic sites in Suffolk County.

• Providing free advisory services in communities across Long Island for individuals and groups engaged in local preservation efforts. Advocacy work includes the Endangered Historic Places Program and Preservation Awards.

• Maintaining exceptional examples of regional material culture.

Preservation Long Island’s collections

of over 8,000 objects and archival materials is considered one of the most significant regional assemblages of decorative arts and objects in New York State. Hundreds of images from the collection are now available to browse online.

• Developing exhibitions that explore Long Island’s remarkable material and cultural past at their headquartersGallery in Cold Spring Harbor.

• Presenting innovative educational programs about local history and the built environment at Preservation Long Island owned historic properties as well as onsite programs for school groups.

• Publishing scholarly works and books.

Preservation Long Island’s ground-

breaking publications on Long Island history and decorative arts remain the go-to sources for studying Long Island’s heritage.

New Exhibition: Blanket Statements: Long Island’s Early Weaving Industry

Now through–October 8, 2023

Preservation Long Island Exhibition Gallery, 161 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Featuring art and objects from the collections of Preservation Long Island, the Huntington Historical Society, and the Whaling Museum & Education Center, Blanket Statements explores Long Island’s early textile industry and the broader historical events that shaped its growth during the first half of the nineteenth century.

Self-Guided Tours: Thursdays to Sundays from 11AM to 4PM

Private Group Tours for Preservation Long Island members can be arranged during the run of the exhibition through our Development Office.

To learn more about the exhibition and register for the Curator tours visit: https:// preservationlongisland.org/ blanket-statements/

Historic House Tours

After a two-year hiatus and the enlistment of a new interpretive team of Museum Educators, along with a cadre of trained volunteers, all three Preservation Long Island owned historic properties in Suffolk County will be open for the season with redesigned tours offered through October 2023. Each site preserves extraordinary examples of early American architecture and design.

Tours are free for Preservation Long Island

Members and $5-$10 for general admission tickets. For opening hours at each property and to reserve tours through their online scheduling system visit: https:// preservationlongisland.org/ tours/

Registration and ticketing links to all programs, events and tours are accessible on Preservation Long Island’s website: https:// preservationlongisland.org/ category/upcomingevents/ https:// preservationlongisland.org/ tours/

To learn more about the history of Preservation Long Island and to download a free eBook about the founding of the non-profit visit: https:// preservationlongisland.org/ ourstory/

For more information about Preservation Long Island’s programs and services visit: https:// preservationlongisland.org/

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- New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the 2023 Sandcastle Contest at Hither Hills State Park. The contest will be held each Thursday through August 31, 2023 For more information, call 518-474-0456 or visit www.parks.ny.gov, connect with us on Facebook, or follow on Instagram and Twitter.

New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the 2023 Sandcastle Contest at Hither Hills State Park. The contest will be held each Thursday through August 31, 2023. Sand sculptors may use sand, water, and any other natural materials native to the beach.

Prizes are provided by the Natural Heritage Trust, the program’s sponsor. Each week’s prizes will be awarded for the best sculptors and castles in several categories.

Registration is held each Thursday 9:30AM at Hither Hills State Park Visitors Center. A $10.00 Vehicle Use Fee will be in effect.

Event Schedule:

Registration-9:30am

Build Time-9:30 am-10:30 am

Judging-10:30 am

Awards Ceremony-11:00 am -12pm

For further information, please call Hither Hills State Park at (631) 668-2554.

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External Diploma Program

The National External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a high school equivalency diploma without the challenge of taking lengthy timed examinations. NEDP, is a competency based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home. Successful candidates for

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