On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce performed a ribbon cutting for the East Neck Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Dialysis Center as the first Associate Members to have a ribbon cutting with the Babylon Chamber. Left to right: Daniel Bodt, Patient Advocate; Nancy Iglesias Gillen, President BVCC; Courtney Webb, Regional Director of Admissions; Allison Chevno, Nursing; and Abraham Koretski, Administrator.
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FRIDAY FLICKS
Fridays: September 6 & 20, Begins 1 pm,
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Join us for a relaxing afternoon movie!
September 6 – The Fall Guy (PG-13) September 20 – The Garfield Movie (PG)
ENGLISH: BEGINNERS
Tuesdays, September 3 & 10, 6:15-7:15 pm
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Join us for this monthly class to help enhance your English language skills.
YOGA
Wednesdays, September 4-25 6-7 pm
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Join us for this monthly yoga series. Nonrefundable/transferable fee for the 4-week September sessions: $8.
ZUMBA Fridays, September 6-27 10:15-11:15 am
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Join us for this monthly Zumba series. Nonrefundable/ transferable fee for the 4-week September sessions: $8.
FRIDAY FLICKS
Fridays: September 6 & 20, Begins 1 pm,
WBA720 IN PERSON
Join us for a relaxing afternoon movie!
September 6 – The Fall Guy (PG-13) September 20 – The Garfield Movie (PG)
NARCAN TRAINING
Monday, September 9, 7-8 pm
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Join us and the Federation of Organizations and become Narcan certified. Their Mobile Opioid Support Team, consisting of a Physician’s Asst, Registered Nurse, LMSW, CASAC, CRPA (Peer Advocate), and a case manager. Will provide education about Fentanyl, opiates and, support for people affected by this epidemic and their families. Receive free Narcan training and the Narcan itself.
BEADED WIRE BOOKMARK
Tuesday, September 10, 6-8:30 pm
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Never lose your place again! Join us and make your very own beaded bookmark. Nonrefundable/transferable fee: $5.
MEDICAID
Wednesday, September 11, 10 am-2 pm IN PERSON
The Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will have facilitated enrollers trained by the NY State Department of Health at our Library to assist the aged, blind, and
disabled populations with enrollment. Sign up will be first-come, first-served and is free of charge. For more information, call the Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council at 631-435-3000.
WBPL WRITER’S CLUB
Wednesday, September 11, 11 am-1 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 ideas. No experience necessary.
MAKING FERMENTED FOODS
Thursday, September 12, 6:30-8:30 pm
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Join us and learn the importance of having fermented foods in your diet. We will be demonstrating how easy it is to make your own SAUERKRAUT, KOMBUCHA, and SOUR DOUGH BREAD right in your own kitchen.
THE NIGHT SKY OVER WEST BABYLON
Saturday, September 14, 2-3 pm
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Join us and That Planetarium Guy and view the sky as it will appear tonight in West Babylon. Learn about the stars and constellations through this immersive dome experience.
Save The Great South Bay Community Oyster Garden Volunteers Wanted!
We are growing thousands of baby oysters at our community oyster gardens graciously hosted in crates at the docks of Babylon & Bay Shore Yacht Clubs. Volunteers are wanted to help maintain the gardens by cleaning up the crates, then counting & measuring the baby oysters to track their growth.
Great hands on experience for allscouts and families welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
We recommend clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and/or wet. See below to volunteer for one or more days.
Babylon - Sundays from 1-3 PM Bay Shore - Tuesdays from 9-11 AM Community service available. Volunteer here: https:// www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C084EA9AE2BA2FDCE9-50158169community?mc_cid=c3a546c8e1&mc_ eid=51d1e63712#/
East Neck Nursing, Rehabilitation, And Dialysis Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce performed a ribbon cutting for the East Neck Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Dialysis Center as the
first Associate Members to have a ribbon cutting with the Babylon Chamber. “Everyone I encountered was genuinely dedicated to their positions and compassionate towards each other. It has been
an honor to have them as members of our Chamber. They have truly stepped up in volunteerism,” stated Nancy Iglesias-Gillen, President of Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce.
Rebuilding Together Long Island Awarded NBCUniversal
Local Impact Grant
Rebuilding Together Long Island, Inc., a nonprofit with a vision of safe homes and communities for everyone announced on August 20, 2024, they are a winner of The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s 2024 Local Impact Grant Challenge. The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation is granting $2.5 million this year to nonprofits that are strengthening our communities.
Rebuilding Together Long Island is an affiliate of the national organization, Rebuilding Together, Inc. with 112 affiliates across the country. For 32 years, Rebuilding Together
Long Island’s dedicated core of volunteers have served qualifying, struggling homeowners in communities across Long Island by providing FREE handyman type maintenance, as well as modifications for those with physical limitations. From minor repairs to modifications that may include wheelchair ramps, grabs and railings, modifications of bathtubs to walk-in showers, every home is assessed for safety and accessibility. By winning this competitive grant, we hope to continue strengthening our community and serving the seniors, veterans, families and people with physical limitations who
need a helping hand. “We care about our neighbors” states Stella Hendrickson, President, and grant programs like this help us achieve our mission of repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives. This grant is more than an award to our program, it is a celebration of our mission and we are very excited to share this wonderful opportunity for growth.
For more information, whether you are a homeowner in need or would like to sponsor a project, please call 631.777.7894. Volunteers may apply on our website at www. rebuildingtogetherli.org
RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY - Left to right: Daniel Bodt, Patient Advocate; Nancy Iglesias Gillen, President BVCC; Courtney Webb, Regional Director of Admissions; Allison Chevno, Nursing; and Abraham Koretski, Administrator.
Putting For A Purpose: Risewell Hosts 4th Annual Golf Fundraiser
Joined by supporters, sponsors and friends, RiseWell Community Services, formerly known as Federation of Organizations, held its 4th Annual Nine & Dine Golf Outing on July 17 at Stonebridge Golf & Country Club in Smithtown.
The event featured nine
holes of golf followed by a barbecue dinner, with raffles, prizes and various contests along the golf course. All proceeds will support RiseWell’s mission of providing vital health and wellness services to vulnerable members of the Long Island and New York City communities.
During the event, RiseWell proudly honored Hossam Maksoud, PharmD, CEO of Community Care Rx. A long-term care pharmacy, Community Care Rx is a vital community partner to Federation, and Dr. Maksoud is a staunch supporter of RiseWell’s mission.
left) Nicholas Vartanian, Pratibha Sabarwal, Anam Tahir, Aisha Khanum, Jessica Lepurage, Hossam Maksoud, Irien Moawad and Maggie Farag of Community Care Rx participated in the Nine & Dine Golf Outing to benefit RiseWell Community Services.
Tanger Outlets Deer Park And Riverhead Invite Local Schools
To Apply For 2024 Tangerkids Grants Program Through Oct. 18
Tanger Outlets Deer Park and Tanger Outlets Riverhead announce the launch of the 2024 TangerKids Grants Program, continuing a long history of investing in the local community by supporting educational resources that help area students succeed. Applications are now open through Oct. 18, and Long Island educators are encouraged to apply at grants.tanger.com. The platform invites teachers and leaders within the community to identify their needs and request funding to enhance programs and better serve students as they
work to create a more productive and inclusive learning environment.
Throughout the program’s history spanning nearly 30 years, Tanger has contributed more than $3.4 million to schoolfocused initiatives in the communities it serves.
In 2023, Tanger awarded $168,000 to fund over 140 grants to schools and programs across the U.S., supporting equipment upgrades, inclusion initiatives, interactive learning spaces, hygiene and clothing closets, literacy efforts, STEM and more.
This year, Tanger has earmarked 70% of total
“It was a fantastic day at the RiseWell Nine & Dine Golf Outing!” said Dr. Maksoud. “We at Community Care Rx are proud to partner with the team at RiseWell, who work day in and day out to make a difference within the community. Their tireless efforts truly shine through, and their commitment and passion are inspiring.”
The Nine & Dine Golf Outing would not have been possible without the generous support of its sponsors, including Community Care Rx, Alcott HR, Level Line General Contracting, Trooper Foods, Advantage Painting, Maple Mechanical, Dulligan’s Do It All Landscaping, Lincoln IT, The Richman Group, Park Strategies, Ham-R-Time Contracting Inc., Cleanco Consultants, Independent Pest Elimination Inc.,
Valley Bank, Mega Contracting Group, Baltic Street Wellness Solutions, All 4’s Transportation, Top Quality Pest Control, Urban Architectural Initiatives (UAI), Barclay Damon LLP, Baker Tilly and Hanover Bank.
“We are grateful to our esteemed honoree, Dr. Maksoud, our generous sponsors, and our many loyal supporters for helping to make this year’s Nine & Dine a success,” said Philip Matcovsky, President and CEO of RiseWell. “Our golf outing continues to grow each year and provides us with a valuable opportunity to spend time with those who share our dedication to empowering individuals and families, and building a stronger, healthier community.”
About RiseWell Community Services
Based in West Babylon, RiseWell Community Services is a leading provider of cost-effective, evidence-based health, social and economic services in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Suffolk and Nassau. For more than 50 years, RiseWell has partnered with individuals, families and communities to promote wellness and health equity and to enrich quality of life for underserved adults, children and families. An agent of change in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment, RiseWell collaborates with community leaders and progressive healthcare providers to educate and motivate people to improve their health.
Photos courtesy of RiseWell Community Services
grants for support of underserved schools, accessibility programs and student needs.
Faculty members at public and private schools from pre-K to grade 12 are eligible to participate in the annual program.
Tanger Deer Park and Riverhead shoppers will again be invited to help choose grant winners in their community through Member’s Choice voting, which will be open Dec. 2 – 13. Award recipients will be announced in January 2025 and celebrated at the center’s annual TangerKids Day.
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(From left) RiseWell Community Services staff members Nadege Ulysse, Fabrizio Salerno, Tara Zacker, Willinetta Cromartie, Anne Phillips, Samantha Matcovsky and Marlin Soliman helped make the Nine & Dine Golf Outing a success.
Risewell Community Services CFO Stephen McCarthy (right) congratulated Nine & Dine Golf Outing honoree Hossam Maksoud, PharmD, Chairman and Founder of Community Care Rx.
LONG ISLAND MEDIA GROUP
On Monday, August 12, Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly, and Town of Babylon Councilman Terence McSweeney hosted a special recognition ceremony to honor the courageous first responders who responded to the Hawaii Nail Salon tragedy in Deer Park. The Town also
Town Of Babylon Honors First Responders To Hawaii Nail Salon Tragedy
recognized and honored those lost and injured in the tragedy.
McSweeney stood alongside Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor & Councilman Tony Martinez, Legislator Tom Donnelly & NYS
Senator Monica Martinez to express gratitude to all who responded to the tragedy at the Hawaiian Nail
Salon and to recognize the collaborative efforts that were mobilized on that dreadful day.
“We extend our appreciation to those who arrived at the scene and to the other departments that left their homes to provide support at various firehouses for extended periods, ensuring that emergency calls were
addressed while personnel managed the unfolding crisis.”
Legislator Donnelly added, “Successfully handling such emergencies requires extensive planning and training, with communication serving as a crucial element in navigating catastrophic situations. Those in leadership roles,
along with those following their guidance, executed a seamless rescue and recovery operation.” This night was dedicated not to any single individual who contributed that day, but rather to the units that collaborated effectively, including the Suffolk County Police Dept. and various fire and rescue departments. This marks only the second
occasion on which the Town of Babylon has awarded unit citations for the exceptional efforts made to save lives and provide solace to those mourning a loss.
Supervisor Schaffer said “We are grateful to Chief Robert Macaluso and the Deer Park Fire Department for facilitating this gathering this evening to honor our local heroes.
Deer Park Fire Department first responders being honored by the Town of Babylon for their heroic efforts while responding to the Hawaii Nail Salon tragedy
First responders saluting while being recognized for their heroic efforts
Town of Babylon Councilman Terence McSweeney commending first responders for their quick response to the Hawaii Nail Salon tragedy
Father Gius Garcia from Saints Cyril and Methodius Church sharing words with the courageous first responders
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
AUGUST HAPPENINGS
SATURDAY AUGUST 31
7:30AM-1:00PM RUNNERS EDGE
MAIN STREET MILE
The 21st Annual Runner’s Edge Main Street Mile will begin with a Kid’s Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. on Main Street in Farmingdale, followed by a woman’s one-mile run at 9:00 a.m. and a Men’s one-mile run at 9:30 a.m. Hockey legend Pat LaFontaine will be on hand for the races, as well as a postrace blow-out at The Tap Room in Farmingdale beginning at 11 a.m. ! For more information, please call 516-420-7963
10:00AM-4:00PM END OF SUMMER FESTIVAL
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church at 369 Green Avenue in East Meadow will host its End of Summer Festival (rain or shine). It will feature Ethnic and BBQ foods, live music, kids’ games, flea market, basket raffle, and $1,000 cash prize raffle. Admission is free. For more information, please call 516-483-3649, email htocem@gmail. com or visit www.htocem.org.
2:00PM-5:00PM
DAHLIA EXHIBITION AND PHOTO SHOW
The Long Island Dahlia Society will hold its annual Dahlia Exhibition and Photo Show at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Carriage House, 440 Montauk Highway in Great River. Show is free with entry in the park. For further information visit WWW. LongIslandDahlia.org
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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
UPCOMING SEPTEMBER EVENTS
THURSDAY, SEPT. 5
7:00PM LINDENHURST EVENING HOMEMAKERS GROUP
Join Lindenhurst Evening Homemakers Group at the Amityville Senior Center on Cedar St. Open to all members and newcomers 18 years old and up. Meet ups start at 7pm & new members should arrive 15 min. early. For more information, please call Lisa LeBrie at 516-413-7467
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
6:00PM
QUEENS SOUND PRESENTS: "SONGS BENEATH THE TREES"
Our Lady of Grace Concert Series Presents an evening of serene melodies evoking a world of natural beauty. $10 Suggested Donation. Refreshments will be served. Our Lady of Grace, 666 Albin Ave. in West Babylon. For more information, please call 631-587-5185
SUNDAY, SEPT. 8
9:00AM-4:00PM 36th ANNUAL COPIAGUE KIWANIS CAR SHOW & MARKET PLACE
This event is proudly presented by the Copiague Kiwanis in collaboration with the Town of Babylon and will take place at Tanner Park. Get ready for a day filled with chrome, classic tunes, and family fun. For further questions, Phil Guerra can be contacted directly at 516-647-2754 or via email at philcarshow@optonline.net.
9:30AM 9/11 REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
The Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street, will hold a Remembrance Service on the 23rd anniversary of 9-11. Following the service everyone is invited to honor the day by placing ribbons around the Memorial Tree dedicated to Lt. Christopher P. Sullivan, FDNY, who generously led our Nursery School children in fire safety. All Farmingdale firemen/emergency responders and their families are invited to attend, as is the general public. Please join us.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
7:00PM LONG ISLAND IN THE MOVIES
The Seaford Historical Society will host a presentation by Greg Blank about Long Island in the Movies, at the Historical Society Museum. The Museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Members Free. $5 fee for nonmembers. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-660-2275
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GENERAL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP & LOSS OF ADULT CHILD GROUP
The General Support Group is open to anyone who has suffered a loss at least three months prior to the start of the group. The Adult Child Group has a no wait requirement. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited. The groups will be offered at St. John Nepomucene, 1140 Locust Ave. in Bohemia. Please call to reserve your seat, 631-589-0540, ext. 250.
NOTICE
The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on August 27, 2024 and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be\ hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the West Babylon Union Free School District, in the County of Suffolk, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have
Babylon Chorale Auditions
The Babylon Chorale will hold auditions on Monday evening, September 9, 2024 starting with rehearsal at 7:30pm at Sisters of St. Joseph Brentwood Campus.
All voice parts are welcomed.
For further information, visit www.babylonchorale. org or email info@ babylonchorale.org
been complied with as of the date of publication of this Notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the publication of this Notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.
Jailin Parada District Clerk
BOND RESOLUTION OF THE WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, NEW YORK, ADOPTED AUGUST 27, 2024, AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF A SETTLED CLAIM, STATING THE ESTIMATED TOTAL COST THEREOF IS $1,000,000, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $1,000,000 BONDS OF SAID DISTRICT TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION
The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the payment of a settled claim resulting from litigation commenced against the District pursuant to the New York Child Victims Act, at the estimated total cost of $1,000,000.
The amount of obligations to be issued is not to exceed $1,000,000.
The period of probable usefulness is between five (5) and fifteen (15) years and shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of the New York Local Finance Law.
A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the District Clerk, West Babylon Union Free School District, 200 Old Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704.
Dated: August 27, 2024
autorizado a gastar dinero o si las disposiciones de la ley que deberían haberse cumplido a partir de la fecha de publicación de este Aviso no se cumplieron sustancialmente, y se inicia una acción, demanda o procedimiento impugnando dicha validez dentro de los veinte días posteriores a la publicación de este Aviso, o dichas obligaciones se autorizaron en violación de las disposiciones de la constitución.
Jailin Parada Secretaria del Distrito
RESOLUCIÓN DE BONOS DEL WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, NUEVA YORK, ADOPTADA EL 27 DE AGOSTO DE 2024, POR LA QUE SE AUTORIZA EL PAGO DE UNA RECLAMACIÓN
RESUELTA, SE ESTABLECE QUE EL COSTO TOTAL ESTIMADO DE LA MISMA ES DE $1.000.000, SE ASIGNA DICHO MONTO Y SE AUTORIZA LA EMISIÓN DE BONOS DE DICHO DISTRITO POR UN MONTO NO SUPERIOR A $1.000.000 PARA FINANCIAR DICHA ASIGNACIÓN.
El objeto o fin para el que se autorizan los bonos es el pago de una reclamación resuelta resultante de un litigio iniciado contra el Distrito en virtud de la Ley de Nueva York sobre las víctimas infantiles, con un coste total estimado de 1.000.000 de dólares.
El importe de las obligaciones a emitir no excederá de 1.000.000 de dólares.
El período de utilidad probable es de entre cinco (5) y quince (15) años y se determinará de conformidad con las disposiciones de la Ley de Finanzas Locales de Nueva York.
Una copia completa de la resolución de bonos resumida anteriormente estará disponible para su inspección pública durante el horario laboral normal en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, West Babylon Union Free School District, 200 Old Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York 11704.
Fecha: 27 de agosto de 2024
WBAB N & S - 628 - 8/28/24
La resolución, cuyo resumen se publica adjunto, ha sido adoptada el 27 de agosto de 2024 y la validez de las obligaciones autorizadas por dicha resolución puede ser impugnada en lo sucesivo sólo si dichas obligaciones fueron autorizadas para un objeto o propósito para el cual el West Babylon Union Free School District, en el condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, no está
Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Display Teal And Pink Flags
During the months of September and October the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition will be displaying Teal and Pink flags in honor of Breast and Gynecological Cancer
Awareness Months at our Vision of Hope Garden at Babylon Town Hall in Lindenhurst. Detachable ribbon streamers will be on display and are available for a $10 donation. Engraved bricks are also available for purchase for a $50 donation. Please call the BBCC office at 631-8934110 for information.
ANUNCIO
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2024 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community
Senior Advocate Schedules
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.”
Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park: Friday, September 20, 9 – 11 am
• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C
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• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesday, September 4, 8:30 –11:00 am
• Tanner Park Senior Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesday,
September 11, 8:30 am –1 pm
• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesday, September 24, 12 – 3:30 pm
• West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon: Continued On 18
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Mercy Soup Kitchen Is Seeking Volunteers
It is an exciting time at the Mercy Soup Kitchen of Wyandanch as it is preparing to launch its new and expanded post Covid operation.
Located in the basement of Trinity Lutheran Church at 17 South 20th Street, the Kitchen served its first meal to hungry people in 1980 and currently serves an average of 108 people per day. During the pandemic, however, Kitchen procedures had to be modified in order to provide hot, nourishing meals safely and continuously to those in need. Indoor sit-down dining was discontinued and only take-out dining was available.
But today the Kitchen is posing for a post-Covid reopening – a reorganizational rebirth of sorts – where Kitchen procedures can finally return to again offering guests dignified, indoor sit-down dining. The Kitchen relies heavily on its generous volunteer support and, as such, numerous on-site and offsite volunteer opportunities are now available.
While there are openings for on-site positions, such as helping to prepare and serve meals and to perform various maintenance functions, there are also openings for diverse off-site positions in areas such as finance,
Senior Advocate Schedules
Thursday September 26, 10 am – 12 pm
• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesday, September 4, 8:30 am – 1 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Ctr., 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 8:30 am – 1 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursday, September 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
grant development and preparation, legal compliance assurance, marketing duties, social media facilitation and fund raising/donation coordination.
Only with the efforts of its volunteers can the Kitchen succeed in its mission to provide food security to those in need. Please consider sharing some of your time and talents with the Kitchen to make this happen. We invite you to join our team.
For further information, contact Vito Colletti at 631-358-9917 or vcolletti@optonline.net
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 trouble-free 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.”
Labor Day is a wonderful time to celebrate, reflect, and prepare.
We celebrate another summer of sunshine, spending quality time with friends and family, and hopefully crossing off items on our bucket lists.
We reflect on where we are today and all that happened to bring us to this point in time - the great things, the good things, and maybe some not-so-good things. Hopefully the great and good outweigh the not-so-good, and any grief that you’ve had in your life has turned to gratitude.
Lastly, we prepare for whatever the future holds in store for us. New grades in school, maybe a new job, a new addition to the family, or even a new home.
As the famous poet Walt Whitman once wrote, “Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you.”
Enjoy the holiday weekend and the sunshine on your face.
