LEGISLATOR McCAFFREY JOINS SAVE THE GREAT SOUTH BAY CLEANUP
On Saturday, November 16th, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey joined Save The Great South Bay, Creek Defender Tom Kain, and the Babylon Rotary for a cleanup surrounding Santapogue Creek in West Babylon. Together volunteers worked to clear the creek of fall debris in the vicinity of the old K-Mart store, allowing it to flow free.
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211 Route 109
West Babylon (631) 669-5445
www.wbpl.us
Nancy Evans, Director
FRIDAY FLICKS
Friday, December 20
Begins 1:00 pm, WBA720 IN PERSON
Join us for a relaxing afternoon movie!
December 20 –The Holdovers (R)
JEWELRY DONATE AND SWAP
Monday, December 16
6:00-8:30 pm IN PERSON
Looking for a new piece to wear for the holidays?
Drop by the library and see if anything matches what you had in mind.
If you’re just looking to donate, donations can be dropped off at the library starting December 1. No registration is required.
HOLIDAY FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS
Monday, December 16, 7-8 pm
WBA108 IN PERSON
Join florist Irene in person at the Library and create a beautiful floral arrangement. Nonrefundable/transferable materials fee: $5.
HOT COCOA BAR
Thursday, December 19, 7-8:30 pm
WBA609 IN PERSON
Enjoy a mug of hot cocoa made your way with fixings like flavored whipped
creams and syrups, candy canes, and a festive rim. We’ll supply the dippable cookies. Everyone goes home with a giftable portion of hot cocoa mix.
EMPIRE DEFENSIVE DRIVING
Saturday, December 28, 10 am – 4 pm IN PERSON WBA301
Attend this class and you may be eligible for an auto premium discount and reduction of violation points. A $35 nonrefundable check or money order (NO CASH) payable to Empire Safety Council is due within 48 hours of sign up. One registration per Library Card.
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Legislator McCaffrey Recognizes Joanne Marquardt Of The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition
During the November 19th General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature, legislators paused to recognize nonprofit organizations’ volunteers for their dedication to the betterment of our communities. Serving as Legislator McCaffrey’s honoree from the 14th Legislative District was Joanne Marquardt, a Board Member and a Research Advocate for the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition. Joanne, a 20-year survivor of breast cancer and a 13-year survivor of colon cancer, is a retired science teacher and determined advocate for breast cancer research and access to care for those in treatment. Her advocacy began in 2009 with the West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition and transitioned to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition in
2020. As a Board Member she participated in fund raising to support the services provided to those in treatment. Since 2017 she has served informally as an advocate consultant with several breast cancer laboratories at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. In that capacity she provides the patient/
advocate perspective in research and grant proposals. She also serves as the Long Island Field Coordinator for the National Breast Cancer Coalition and has also served multiple times as a Consumer Reviewer in the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program.
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Babylon’s Saffron United Pipe Band Celebrates Their 62nd Anniversary - Supports Our Veterans
Saffron United Pipe Band recently celebrated their 62nd anniversary, while also supporting our veterans with performances at Honor Flight Long Island and Babylon Village Veteran’s Day Parade.
Babylon’s own, Saffron United Pipe Band, led by Pipe Major Bob Farrell, recently
celebrated their 62nd anniversary. The anniversary was celebrated at the AOH Hall / Irish Cultural Center here in Babylon Village at the 62nd annual Piper’s Ball. Recently, the band was featured in two veteran events. The band performed at Islip MacArthur Airport for the return of our military
veterans from Washington, DC aboard Honor Flight Long Island. Pipe Major Farrell said, “it’s a privilege to perform for those men and women that return home from spending their day in our Nation’s capital”. The Honor Flight organization offers veterans a full day in Washington,
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DC. An Honor Flight brings the community together to thank these veterans with an all-expenses paid trip to Washington DC to see their memorials and to experience a full day of honor and thanks for their service.
On November 11th, Saffron United Pipe Band took part in the Babylon
Village Veteran’s Day Parade. The annual parade, hosted by Babylon’s American Legion Post 94, was very well attended by village residents, elected officials and many school bands and local organizations. Pipe Major Farrell said, “participating in this parade, in our hometown village of
Babylon, is our way to giving back and to say thank you to all our veterans”.
Saffron United Pipe Band was founded in 1962 at the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, Suffolk County’s St. Patrick’s Division 2 in Babylon, Long Island. The band is celebrating their 62nd anniversary in 2024.
Getting Into The Holiday Spirit
Denise Heegan did an amazing job ensuring the North Babylon community kicked off the holiday season with the festive lamppost decorating event. As an Ambassador for the Town of Babylon’s Beautification Society, she coordinated the decoration of over 80 light poles alongside her four children. This initiative gave residents a chance to start or continue their family tradition of enhancing the beauty of
the community.
Councilman Terence McSweeney who chairs the Town of Babylons beautification committee extended his thanks to Denise and the entire Heegan family for their tireless efforts and for continuing their family tradition, which has also turned into many families in the North Babylon community tradition.
McSweeney added that since inducting Denise as an ambassador, “she
hit the ground running and continues to impress me with her positive attitude and love for the community.” Town, County, and State elected officials lent a hand including Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilman Terence McSweeney, Councilman Anthony Manetta, Legislator Tom Donnelly, Assemblyman Michael Durso, and Assemblymanelect Kwani O’Pharrow.
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Matthew worked with a monument builder to design a new monument before raising $2,500 to purchase and install the new monument.
BABYLON VILLAGE VETERAN’s DAY PARADE
NEWEST EAGLE SCOUT - On November 4th, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey joined other local officials in recognizing Matthew Rudis, West Babylon’s newest Eagle Scout! Matthew (bottom row, far left) replaced the Veteran’s Memorial Monument in Babylon Village for his project, which had been broken for nearly
years.
DECEMBER HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11th
2:30AM-5:00PM THE HELPING HANDS
35TH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE
The Toy Drive will be held at 944 West Bay drive or the BBEA clubhouse - block of Villa Monaco in West Islip. For more information, please contact contact Jennifergalllozzi@gmail.com or to make a donation visit https://www. paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_ id=Q84FKWW5F42DW
FRIDAY, DEC. 13th
7:30PM
A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CHRISTMAS CAROL
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Islip will bring people together to experience a vibrant performance of “A Christmas Carol,” performed with the music of Gilbert & Sullivan. The production takes place in the church’s Fenton Hall. Presented in tandem with the Islip Arts Council. Proceeds will go to the church’s music ministry. Seating is limited. To purchase tickets, please visit. https:// stmarksislip.org or call 631-581-4950 – or come into the office. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-1:00PM
SATURDAY, DEC. 14TH
10:00AM-3:00PM
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Islip United Methodist Church will be hosting their Annual Christmas Craft Fair at 350 Main Street in Islip. Lots of Homemade items, Jewelry, Antiques, Raffles, Baked Goods, lunch and so much more. For more information, please call 631-581-7663
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
3:00PM
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CHRISTMAS MUSIC
Grace United Methodist Church will be hosting a Concert of Sacred Christmas Music. Featuring soprano soloist Kathryn Wilson. A free-will offering will be taken. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690
4:00PM-10:00PM
FARMINGDALE UGLY SWEATER BAR CRAWL
The Coop Nashville Kitchen Bar and Lounge, 342 Main Street in Farmingdale. Get ready to don your ugliest holiday sweaters and join us for the ultimate festive adventure on December 14th! This is more than just a bar crawl-it's an Ugly Sweater extravaganza where locals and visitors come together to celebrate the holiday season in style. Email: Info@pubcrawls.com
9:30AM-11:00AM
SANTA AND FRIENDS BREAKFAST
United Skates of America 1276 Hicksville Rd. in Seaford. This is a non-skating event that includes a breakfast buffet and a special meeting with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Frosty and a Gingerbread Man! Wear your cutest holiday pajamas and have some good old fashioned fun! For more information, please call 516-795-5474
10:30AM-3:00PM
BABYLON CHRISTMAS MARKET
Village Gazebo & Bayman Park
The Babylon Beautification Society is pleased to host this outdoor Christmas Market, featuring over 90 vendors selling fine and unique gifts. Plus, enjoy food and beverages for sale in the Gazebo area. The rain date for the event is December 15. Visit babylonbeautification.org for more information
THROUGH DEC. 31st
8:00AM-6:00PM
CHRISTMAS AT HICKS
Pictures with Santa, every day through December 23. Make sure to bring your own camera for pictures. A walkthrough Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! A festive animated story for the young and young at heart! Please bring your donation of a non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and drop off at the end of your walkthrough. 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. For more information, please call 516-334-0066
THROUGH JAN. 02, 2025
10:00AM-3:00PM
CHRISTMAS HOUSE LONG ISLAND
If you are looking for an exciting and fun, indoor family holiday attraction, Christmas House Long Island is now open daily at the Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway in Hicksville. This unique 45+ minute walk-through features interactive and imaginative experiences that will delight people of all ages! For more information, please call 516-878-0273
The Average Individual Is Retiring Earlier Than Many People Might Expect
According to a recent Gallup’s Economy and Personal Finance survey, the average individual in the United States is retiring earlier than many people might expect. Gallup found that the average retirement age was 62, which is two years earlier than the working respondents indicated they planned to retire. Canadians are retiring a little bit later than their American counterparts, as Statistics Canada reports the average retirement age in Canada is just over 63 and a half. The average retirement age is worth noting, as studies routinely find that many working professionals greatest concern about retiring is that they won’t have enough money saved to meet their needs. By recognizing that they may end up retiring earlier than they initially planned, professionals can make a concerted effort to save more money in the years ahead.
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Dwight Gooden & Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Team Up With Long Islanders To Strike Out Alzheimer’s Disease
New York baseball legend Dwight Gooden teamed up with the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) to help strike out Alzheimer’s disease at AFA’s annual Alzheimer’s Walk in the Park. The walk raised approximately $50,000 to support AFA’s programs, services, and research projects.
Services supported by the walk proceeds include the AFA Helpline, caregiver support groups, and educational programs, as well as research toward better treatment and a cure. AFA funds research
across the country and around the world, including on Long Island at NYU Langone HospitalLong Island, the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, and Stony Brook University.
“AFA is grateful to Dwight Gooden, our supporters, and sponsors for helping to make a difference in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President & CEO.
“The funds and awareness raised through this event will provide help today and hope for the future
for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease.”
Dwight Gooden, AFA’s honorary Alzheimer’s ambassador for the Walk, cut the ribbon to start the walk, threw out a ceremonial first pitch, and talked about the impact that help and support have for someone going through challenges, encouraging those caring for loved ones with dementia not to go through this journey alone.
The walk took place at AFA’s Respite Care Relief Park, located within Eisenhower Park
in East Meadow. AFA’s Respite Care Relief Park is an educational and recreational dementiafriendly place where caregivers can feel comfortable bringing their loved one with dementia to relax and enjoy a peaceful outdoor setting, while also gaining helpful educational information. Individuals who could not attend the walk but would like to support the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America can do so by visiting www.alzfdn.org/ donate.
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