In recognition of Italian American Heritage Month, the Town Board honored three Italian American leaders who have made an impact on our community. Congrats to Joseph Verdicchio, Sabrina Savino and Thom Lupo! “I commend Joseph Verdicchio, Sabrina Savino and Thom Lupo for their recognition as exemplary Italian American leaders who have profoundly changed our community for the better,” Councilman Anthony Manetta said. “Their dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to service exemplify the values we hold dear, and their contributions continue to inspire us all.”
Sen. Martinez Announces State Funds To Help Libraries Enhance Facilities
Several libraries serving the New York State Senate’s Fourth Senatorial District will soon be turning a new page as they improve their facilities to better serve patrons. State Sen. Monica R. Martinez announced today that the Babylon, Deer Park, West Babylon, and West Islip public libraries have been awarded more than $410,000 through the State Aid for Library
The grants awarded are as follows:
Construction program to make critical infrastructure improvements. These upgrades will allow the libraries to remain welcoming and functional spaces for the community.
“Much like a well-read book whose binding and pages wear down over time, so too does the physical library building,” said Sen. Martinez. “These renovations will ensure these community centers stack up to the demands
placed on them and provide safer, more accessible spaces where everyone can learn, connect, and grow. I’m proud to support these efforts to keep our libraries running smoothly for all who visit them.”
More than half of New
York’s public library buildings are over 60 years old, with many others facing challenges such as outdated infrastructure and limited accessibility. The State Aid for Library Construction program addresses these issues by providing critical support to modernize facilities so they can continue serving their communities effectively. The 2023-2024 state budget allocated $34 million in capital funds for public library construction, with some projects receiving up to 75% of eligible costs. These funds help libraries upgrade their spaces and adapt to evolving community needs, including projects that enhance heating and cooling systems, improve broadband access, create spaces for community activities, and make other essential renovations to ensure they remain welcoming, energyefficient, and fully accessible.
CLUES ACROSS
1. “60 Minutes” network
4. Train line
10. Go quickly
11. Straightforward
12. Canadian province
14. At any rate (abbr.)
15. Genealogy
16. Make changes
18. Utter repeatedly
22. In a way, turned up
23. Type of ship
24. Agents of one’s downfall
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1. A place to lounge
2. Skewed views
3. Peacefully 4. Commercial
5. Auxiliary forces 6. Large mollusk 7. Take out again
(chess) 12. Source of fiber
26. Not out
27. Something to scratch
28. Round water pot
30. Refreshing green fruit (slang)
31. Promotions
34. Primordial matters
36. One-time world power (abbr.)
37. Source of illumination
39. The content of cognition
40. An Arab ruler
41. South Dakota
42. Gnawed at with teeth
48. Hawaiian island
13. Flesh covering some birds’ beaks
17. Energy
19. Night monkeys genus
20. Small, sharp nails
21. Pleasant-smelling liquid
25. Affirms one’s hold
29. CNN’s founder
31. Texans can’t forget it
32. “Oppenheimer” actor Matt
33. Expression
35. Vessel
50. Smaller
51. Of a single person
52. Rigid bracelet
53. Barbary sheep (Fr.)
54. Not even
55. Specific gravity
56. Engage in petty bargaining
58. Boxing’s “GOAT”
59. Split between parties
60. Notable offensive
38. Lacking poetic beauty
41. Tall, swift and slender dog
43. Sports personality Michelle 44. Robber
45. Liquefied natural gas
46. Snakelike fishes
47. The most worthless part of something
49. City in Crimea
56. Bad grades 57. Reichsmark
The Martial Arts Training Center Beach Cleanup Project
On Saturday, September 21st, students from The Martial Arts Training Center ventured over to Cedar Beach to assist the Town of Babylon in a beach cleanup project. Armed with gloves, trash bags, and a strong sense of community, students toured the shoreline and collected a bunch of litter and debris. Students learned that small acts do indeed make a big impact in restoring the beach’s beauty. We thank the Town of Babylon for teaching our students the value of community service.
P.S. I Love You Day
On Wednesday, September 25th, Councilman
recently gathered to express their gratitude to Jaimie and Brooke
as well as the P.S. I Love You Day Foundation, for their generous donation of a beautiful bench. Councilman McSweeney noted, “This bench will provide a serene spot for individuals to reflect, relax, or simply enjoy the tranquil sounds and scenery of beautiful Town Hall Park.” The DiPalma sisters added, “The P.S. I Love You Foundation is committed to eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health, aiming to inspire hope for those impacted by mental illness and to create a nurturing community where everyone feels valued and supported. The foundation’s mission is celebrated annually on the second Friday of February, known as P.S. I Love You Day, where participants wear purple to show their support.” Next year P.S. I Love You will be celebrated on February 14th, 2025. For more information on how to get involved visit www.psiloveyouday.net
Terence McSweeney, Councilman
Anthony Manetta, Town Clerk Geraldine Compitello along with Legislator Tom Donnelly,
DiPalma,
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
Antipasto Choose One
• Traditional Antipasto Platter
• Mozzarella Caprese Platter
First Course Choose One
• Penne Alla Vodka
• Baked Ziti
• Stuffed Shells
• Cavatelli Calabrese
• Lasagna (Meat or Cheese)
• Manicotti
Cornbread Stuffing Choose One
• Crisp Apple & Sausage Meat
• Sauteed Spinach, Onions & Pancetta
•
*16lb.
*Carved
*Fresh
Vegetable Choose Two
• String Bean Casserole
• Candied Sweet Potatoes
• Mashed Potatoes
• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts
• String Bean Almondine
Dessert Choose one
• Homemade Pumpkin Pie or Apple Pie
• Fresh Cut Fruit Bowl
Black Tea Drinkers
A small study from researchers at University College London found that black tea drinkers had significantly lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol than non-tea drinkers within 50 minutes of experiencing a stress-inducing event. The study also found that black tea drinkers expressed themselves in a more relaxed way than non-tea drinkers within 50 minutes of a stressful experience.
Garage Door
Garage Door
Garage Door Sale!
Fall Senior Advocate Schedules
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Fall 2024 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk
County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”
This fall, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park: Friday, November 1, 9 –11 am
• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Wednesdays, November 13 & December 18, 10 am – 1 pm
• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesdays, November 6 & December 4, 8:30 –11:00 am
• Tanner Park Senior Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesdays, November 13 & December 11, 8:30 am – 1 pm
• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive,
North Babylon: Tuesdays, October 29, November 26 & December 17, 12 – 3:30 pm
• West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon: Thursday, November 21, 10 am – 12 pm
• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesdays, November 6 & December 4, 8:30 am –1 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesdays, November 20 & December 18, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursdays, October 31, November 21 & December 26, 8:30 am – 12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and troublefree access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
NEIGHBOR NEWSPAPERS SERVICE DIRECTORY
West Babylon Public Library
211 Route 109 West Babylon (631) 669-5445
www.wbpl.us
Nancy Evans, Director ***
LET’S TALK ABOUT BOOKS
Thursday, October 24, 1:30-3:30 pm
IN PERSON WBA40
Join the West Babylon Literary Club to meet and discuss a novel. This month’s book is The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Copies of the novel are available at the Circulation Desk upon registration or for download via Libby.
EASY PUMPKIN MUFFINS
Thursday, October 24, 7-8:30 pm
IN PERSON WBA601
Join us and learn this easy pumpkin muffin recipe. We’ll assemble a scrumptious batch to bake at home. Please bring a large bowl, a medium bowl, a 12-cup muffin tin, a large spoon and a whisk.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
Saturday, October 26 10:30 am - 4 pm IN PERSON
Great book selection at great prices! Books for all ages! All proceeds help the Friends support the Library - which benefits our entire community.
PAINT NIGHT
Monday, November 4, 6:45-8:30 pm IN PERSON WBA139 Join Kathy Reccardi
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and paint your very own masterpiece. Non-refundable/ transferable materials fee: $5.
ENGLISH: BEGINNERS
Tuesdays, November 5 & 19, 6:15-7:15 pm
IN PERSON WBA200
Join us for this monthly class to help enhance your English language skills.
MEDITERRANEAN FAVORITES
Tuesday, November 5, 7-8:30 pm
IN PERSON WBA606
Join Chef Naela and learn to make some Mediterranean favorites.
YOGA
Wednesdays: November 6-20, 6-7 pm IN PERSON WBA408
Join us for this monthly yoga series. Non-refundable/ transferable fee for the 3-week November sessions: $6.
SMARTER SOCIAL SECURITY
Thursday, November 7, 7-8 pm IN PERSON WBA 215
Daniel G. Mazzola, CFA, CPA will give a broad overview of the Social Security program as it relates to retirees and their beneficiaries while emphasizing spousal benefits. In addition, learn how married couples can optimize
their collective payouts using two simple strategies.
ZUMBA Fridays: November 1-29 10:15-11:15 am IN PERSON WBA417
Join us for this monthly Zumba series. Nonrefundable/ transferable fee for the 5-week November sessions: $10.
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Legislator Tom Donnelly Joins Spangle Drive
Seniors For Fall Picnic
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) recently joined senior citizens in the Town of Babylon at the Spangle Drive Senior Center’s Fall Picnic. Held in North Babylon on Thursday, September 26, the event is one of the regular celebrations put on by the center and is always a festive
and exciting day for Babylon seniors.
Under the current direction of Carolyn Epifane, Spangle Drive Senior Center was founded in 1972 as the first of the now six senior centers in the Town of Babylon. As with all of the centers, it serves as a recreation, socialization and information resource for
local residents. This year’s Fall Picnic, moved indoors due to weather, did not stop senior citizens from enjoying good food, games and music.
“It’s always a pleasure to spend time with our senior community, and the fall picnic at Spangle Drive was a wonderful opportunity to join in celebrating the
changing season,” said Legislator Donnelly. “Center Director Carolyn Epifane and her entire staff always do a great job planning and executing programs that keep our seniors active and engaged and this event was no exception. We owe them our thanks everyday!
Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly, pictured third from right, joins from left to right, Cathy Moraglia of North Babylon, Carole Clancy of North Babylon, Senior Center Director Carolyn Epifane, Andrew Garguilo of Lindenhurst and Marion Sutton of West Babylon at the Spangle Drive Senior Center 2024 Fall Picnic on Thursday, September 26 in North Babylon.
