June 28, 2023 West Babylon North

TEARS OF HAPPINESS - Staff Sergeant Nicholas Zito, a member of the Army National Guard, surprised his two children – Nicholas Zito and Samantha Zito – during a Field Day celebration at Forest Avenue Elementary School in the West Babylon School District on June 15. The family hasn’t been together in more than a year. Photo courtesy of West Babylon School District

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NOSTALGIA DURING SENIOR WALK - West Babylon Senior High School’s Class of 2023 boarded school buses and visited their home elementary schools on June 13 to participate in the annual Senior Walk. Dressed in their caps and gowns, the seniors walked through the halls of each of the elementary schools as students lined the hallways to cheer and congratulate them. It was also the perfect opportunity for the Class of 2023 to visits with teachers and staff. Photos courtesy of West Babylon School District

Forest Avenue Library Works To Promote Summer Literacy

FOREST AVENUE LIBRARY WORKS TO PROMOTE SUMMER LITERACY

To promote literacy during the summer months and to piggyback off the West Babylon Public Library’s summer program, Forest Avenue Elementary School in the West Babylon School District allows its students to borrow books from the school’s library. Librarian Andrea Francisco calls its “Francisco’s Free Library,” where students can sign out books for the summer months so they can be sure to keep up their literacy skills. During the school year, students took a field trip to the public library with Ms. Francisco, where each student was able to get their own library card. The public library offers incentives and prizes as a part of its summer reading program. Photo courtesy of West Babylon School District

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Registration dates are for WBPL cardholders. Nonresidents may register 14 days prior to program. Please note: Registrants must have an email address to attend virtual programs.

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Join Evelyn Regan for this monthly yoga series. Nonrefundable/transferable fee for the 4-week July sessions: $8.

ZUMBA Fridays: July 7-21 10:15-11:15 am

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Join Cindy Merkler for this monthly Zumba series. Nonrefundable/ transferable fee for the 3-week July sessions: $6.

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Tuesdays: July 11 & 25, 6:15-7:15 pm

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Join us and other writers who share similar interests as we conduct an interactive workshop where you can share and discuss creative

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July Happenings

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A New Book Club For Those Affected By Breast Cancer

The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program is starting a lifeaffirming book club called the Warriors Book Club that is open to anyone affected by breast cancer. The group will zoom on Monday, July 10, from 7 pm to 8 pm.

The first book to be read is “The Getaway Girls” by Dee MacDonald, a funny romantic comedy about love, friends, family and self-discovery. Three very different women all agree it’s about time they had a holiday to remember… and they do as they set forth in Europe in a used recreational vehicle.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28

5:15PM-9:00PM

ROCK & ROLL HANDBELL CONCERT

St James Summer Nights is a family fun night, gathered on the lawn of the St James Elementary School, and spreading into the street on Lake Avenue. It features a live band, vendors, food trucks and good vibes. Craft vendors, henna body art, free face painting, and more! Email Stjamescivic@yahoo.com for more information.

THURSDAY, JUNE 29

7:00PM

PAINT, SIP & SMILE

Held at the Order Sons of Italy

In America in Deer Park. $40 per person which includes one glass of wine, soda water, cash bar, homemade desserts, coffee and tea, live music, all paint supplies and door prizes. For tickets and more information please call Pat 631-922-0225 or Karen 631-5393622.

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

10:00AM

TINY TOTS: FUN IN THE SUN

Held at Hempstead Lake State Park where attendees can explore the natural world around them. These programs connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. Children aged 3-5. To register, please visit Eventbrite.com and search for #NatureEdventure.

6:30PM-9:15PM

SOUNDS ON THE SOUND

The Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Port Jefferson Sunset Cruise "Sounds on the Sound" which will be featuring

the 12-piece Motown Tribute Band

- Dr. K's Motown Revue. General admission is $45 and VIP tickets are $65. Admission includes a food box, one alcoholic drink, and snacks. Visit PortJeffChamber.com for more details and tickets.

SATURDAY, JULY 1

3:00PM

CONCERT OF PATRIOTIC MUSIC

Held at Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst to celebrate God and Country. For more information call 631-226-8690.

TUESDAY, JULY 4

9:30PM

2023 FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

Jones Beach State Park will once again host the Jovia Financial Credit Union Fireworks Spectacular on the 4th of July. Arrive early for a prime seat on the Central Mall beachfront and to avoid traffic delays. Visit parks.ny.gov for more information.

SATURDAY, JULY 8

10:00AM-3:00PM

GRANNY'S ATTIC RUMMAGE SALE

Fundraiser event held at Westminster United Presbyterian Church in West Islip. Vendors are welcome. $25.00 for a 10x10 space to sell your items. Please call 516-660-8204 for more information.

SUNDAY, JULY 9

12:00PM

GERMAN-AMERICAN SOMMERFEST

Join the Plattduetsche Volksfest

Vereen to celebrate German culture and heritage with food, drink, dancing and more! Admission is $10 adults, children under 16 free. Visit parkrestaurant.com for more information.

2:00PM

MAGIC OF AMORE

Magic of Amore's magic show which will amaze and astound you no matter your age. Held at Sunken Meadow State Park. Visit parks.ny.gov for more information.

MONDAY, JULY 10

9:30AM-7:00PM

NIS GOLF OUTING

The New Interdisciplinary School's 26th Annual Golf Outing will be held at the Port Jefferson Country Club. For additional information please visit niskids.org/home/golf-2023 or email susanc2@niskids.org

SATURDAY, JULY 15

9:00AM-12:00PM

RUN TO THE PUMP 5K RUN

The Bayshore Engine Company is hosting a 5K walk/run at Walker Beach in Brightwaters. Rain or shine. For more information contact Brendan at 516-531-3323.

SATURDAY, JULY 22

9:00AM-4:00PM

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

This annual volleyball tournament is played on the sand courts at Jones Beach State Park. Advanced registration is required. There is no day of event registration. Call the Regional Recreation Department for an application 631-321-3510 or LIParksRecreation@parks.ny.gov.

THURSDAY, JULY 27

7:15PM-10:30PM

PAMS & JAMS JINGO!

A spin on traditional bingo where bingo balls are replaced with music beats. Tickets are $30 per person. For more information call Pat at 631922-0225 or Karen at 631-943-9113.

Borah, a 20-year breast cancer survivor, says “Reading is my favorite getaway,” which is why she decided to start the book club to help others escape from any difficulties they are having.

For information and to register for this free event, contact Nina Foley at 516877-4315 or email her at nfoley@adelphi.edu.

The Warriors Book Club is the brainchild of Adelphi Hotline Volunteer Lynne Borah from Plainview.

Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program offers emotional support and information to people with and/or concerned about breast cancer. To reach the Hotline, which is staffed by volunteers who are breast cancer survivors, call 800877-8077.

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Supporting small businesses ensures more money stays in the communities those businesses serve. The U.S. Small Business Administration says $48 out of every $100 spent at a small business stays in the community. On the flip side, when a person spends $100 at a big-box store or

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Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for June is America’s VetDogs

www.VetDogs.org/Neighbor

As our nation celebrates Independence Day on July 4th, the team at America’s VetDogs will be nearing the completion of its latest two-week, in-residence training program at its Long Island campus, where another class of veterans, activeduty military and first responders with disabilities will receive their life-changing and life-saving service dogs.

The non-profit organization trains and provides service and guide dogs for our nation’s heroes in all 50 states and beyond, all from their national headquarters in Smithtown. Celebrating their 20th anniversary, the organization o ers assistance dogs for those with physical, emotional and other less apparent disabilities. The canines may serve as service dogs, guide dogs, PTSD service dogs, hearing dogs, seizure response dogs and military facility dog, amongst others. This year they placed their 1000th service dog and reduced the waiting time to receive one from 2-3 years to 9-12 months.

“The 4th of July is a time of celebration and, for us, it’s a time to remember the sacrifice so many of the people we serve made –and continue to make – to protect and defend our freedoms,” said John Miller, president and CEO, America’s VetDogs. “While our nation comes together at parades, ceremonies, and backyard parties to commemorate America’s independence, right here in Smithtown America’s VetDogs will be continuing our work to help those who have served our country honorably live with dignity and their own independence.”

It costs more than $50,000 to breed, raise, train and place one service or guide dog, yet the organization provides its services at absolutely no charge, including a lifetime of aftercare support for their graduates after they return home. However, none of America’s VetDogs’ mission can be accomplished without donors, sponsors and volunteers. Every e ort made from generous individuals is greatly appreciated and never goes unnoticed.

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further their mission, there are two upcoming events, one online and one in person, which o er a great way to do so.

Giving Bark Thursday:

Held on July 13, this is a 24-hour online event geared towards raising awareness and funds for America’s VetDogs. Throughout the day, anyone who makes a donation on their website (up to $30,000) will have their donation matched. Additionally, if you would like to create your own fundraiser, in hopes to raise funds on this special day, you can do so by clicking “Become a Giving Bark Fundraiser” at VetDogs.org/GivingBark.

America’s VetDogs Run & Dog Walk: You can also help America’s VetDogs make a di erence in the lives of veterans and first responders by participating in the 9th America’s VetDogs Run & Dog Walk, held on July 29 at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford. This 5K is an In-Person and Virtual Event and dogs are welcome to join you on your run/walk too! All top runners in each age category will receive a limitededition America’s VetDogs 20th Anniversary medal. Learn more and register for the event at Run.VetDogs.org.

“We’re proud to serve people from all over the USA from our home on Long Island,” said Miller. “We hope you’ll join us in helping those who have given so much for our nation receive a service or guide dog and have the opportunity to Live Without Boundaries.”

If you would like more information, such as learning how to apply for a service dog, please visit www.VetDogs.org/Neighbor or call 631.930.9090.

If your non-profit would like to be featured in this column,please email noellelambert@longislandmediagroup.com for consideration.

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Tears Of Happiness During Military Surprise

Two students at Forest Avenue Elementary School in the West Babylon School

District – fourth grader Nicholas Zito and third grader Samantha Zito –

were left speechless when their father, Staff Sergeant Nicholas Zito, surprised

them during their Field Day celebrations on June 15.

Staff Sergeant Nicholas Zito is a member of the Army National Guard. For a little more than a year, he has been deployed in Africa — Djibouti, Somalia

and Kenya. He hasn’t seen his two children since.

The two Forest Avenue teachers – Ms. Craig and Mr. McKeown – thought it was important to celebrate the soldier’s return and helped to organize the event. The students were

overcome with emotion and couldn’t contain their joy during the reunion, which included mom Diana Zito. Staff Sergeant Zito will now be stationed in Farmingdale for the next year.

TEARS OF HAPPINESS - Staff Sergeant Nicholas Zito, a member of the Army National Guard, surprised his two children – Nicholas Zito and Samantha Zito – during a Field Day celebration at Forest Avenue Elementary School in the West Babylon School District on June 15. The family hasn’t been together in more than a year. Photo courtesy of West Babylon School District

Town Of Babylon Boosts Boater Safety

Town Announces Participation In Operation Dry Water And Renames Bay Constable Vessel For Brianna Lieneck

The Town of Babylon, alongside Bay Constables from the Public Safety Department and boater safety advocate Gina Lieneck, hosted an event at Tanner Park Marina to raise awareness about the importance of boater safety. A crucial part of this is preventing boating while impaired (BWI), the leading cause of injuries and tragic incidents on waterways. To combat this, the Town announced their participation in

Operation Dry Water from July 1-3 to remind the public of the importance of boating while sober and adhering to regulations to avoid devastating impacts.

“Operation Dry Water is a year-round national campaign centered on raising awareness and enforcement of boating under the influence,” said Town of Babylon Councilman Terence McSweeney. “It focuses on reducing the number

of incidents and fatalities related to drug or alcohol use on the water. Alcohol and drugs can turn a great day on the water into the tragedy of a lifetime.”

In addition to the announcement of Operation Dry Water, the Town of Babylon renamed one of the Bay Constable vessels in honor of Gina Lieneck’s daughter, Brianna, who was tragically killed in a boating incident involving an impaired driver. Since

her daughter’s passing, Gina has been a pivotal force in boating safety and helped pass Brianna’s Law in 2019, requiring all operators of motorized watercraft to complete a state-approved boating safety course. Gina was pleasantly surprised with the vessel renaming of The Breezy Brianna and thanked the Town of Babylon for their continued partnership in the fight for boater safety.

“The Breezy Brianna

will be out on the Great South Bay all summer long, making sure that boaters operate sober and safely,” said Councilman McSweeney. “The boat shall carry her name as a symbol, remembrance and testament to our commitment to safer boater practices in our community.”

“We need to start holding people accountable for their actions,” said Gina Lieneck. “If we give them a lesson, this can deter

them from getting on the boat and drinking or being under the influence of drugs. There is no reason why we should not have sensible laws in place, and there is no reason why people should get away with killing someone or injuring them.”

The Town of Babylon looks forward to promoting boater safety throughout the summer and participating in Operation Dry Water in the beginning of July.

OPERATION DRY WATER - Town of Babylon Councilman Terence McSweeney announces the Town of Babylon’s participation in Operation Dry Water.

IMPORTANCE OF BOATING WHILE SOBER - Boater safety advocate Gina Lieneck emphasizes the importance of boating while sober and adhering to safety regulations.