May 8, 2024 West Islip

“I’m saving about $1,800 a year in energy costs with LED lighting.”*

—Guy Brogna, All Music Inc., Plainview

Meet Guy. He’s a local small business owner, rock bassist, and fan of LEDs. It didn’t hurt that he got $5,900 in rebates to replace his store’s old lighting with energy-efficient fixtures.* He says his store and his guitars look great in the new LED glow. And, with the monthly energy cost savings, he couldn’t be happier.

How can we help your small business save? psegliny.com/businessrebates

*Rebates and savings will differ with every energy efficiency project.

May Happenings

Make a submission! 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 x211 or send events to natalieraccuglia@longislandmediagroup.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 10

6:30PM RADIO BINGO

The Memorare Knights of Columbus in Seaford is hosting a Radio Bingo. $40 per person (over 21 please). Admission includes bingo, heroes, salads, beer, wine, soda. Bring your own snacks! For more information, contact Jennifer at 516-743-2055 or Patricia at 516-798-6237.

7:30PM SPRING CONCERT

The Our Lady of Perpetual Help's music ministry will host its annual Spring concert, offered in memory of Ryan Barrett. The evening features the parish’s cantors, adult choir, youth choir, schola, instrumentalists, and special guests. This will be followed by Hospitality and Raffle Baskets in the school auditorium. For more info, email gtonness@optonline.net.

SATURDAY, MAY 11

8:30AM 5K FUN RUN/WALK FUNDRAISER

The sisters of St. Joseph in Brentwood are hosting a Sprint into Spring, 5K Fun Run/Walk at 1725 Brentwood Rd, Brentwood. Proceeds to benefit CSJ Learning Connection. $40 to register, age 12 and under, $10. Please register online at brentwoodcsj.org.

10:00AM-3:00PM

THRIFT SHOP/YARD SALE

Visit St. Patrick's Church in Deer Park for a thrift shop special event of "Pack A Bag" ($5) There will be new and gently used women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and shoes as well as home goods. For more information, please call 631-242-7530.

10:00AM-4:00PM

SPRING MOTHER'S DAY MARKET

St Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church in Smithtown is hosting a Spring Mother's Day Market. Celebrate Spring and have fun. Featuring 70 local artisan vendors, food trucks, live music, face painting, Sweetbriar Nature Center, and Animal Rescue Adoption Event. For more information, please call 631-265-4520.

TUESDAY, MAY 14

7:00PM MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS

The Seaford Historical Society will be hosting a Meditation and Mindfulness with Laura Metzdorf-Rivera, at the Seaford Historical Museum 3890 Waverly Ave, Seaford. A $5 donation if required. For more information email mapfannon@verizon.net.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

6:00PM-10:00PM CHEFS FOR A CAUSE

Please support the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition at their annual Chefs for a Cause fundraiser at The Piermont in Babylon Village. 25 local restaurants will provide their signature dishes for thisl tasting event. Wine, beer and raffles. $100 per person. For more information, please call 631-893-4110.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

7:00PM-11:00PM

MUSIC THRU THE DECADES

The Our Lady of Grace RC Church in West Babylon will be hosting. $30 per person, includes beer, wine, soda, snacks, chicken nuggets, pasta, heros, salad and dessert. Please note this is not a dinner dance. For more information and tickets, contact Rob Lodato at 631-747-0147 or Dave Lech at 631-422-3341.

SUNDAY, MAY 19

9:00AM-1:00PM PANCAKE BREAKFAST

The Youth Squad at Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance will be hosting their annual Pancake Breakfast. The menu will include pancake, sausage, bacon, coffee, hot chocolate, various teas, orange juice, apple juice, and all the condiments needed for your pancake enjoyment. After you enjoy your pancakes, please buy tickets for the basket auction, and 50-50. For more information email firemedic518@live.com.

10:00AM-4:00PM

SPRING FAIR

The North Babylon Lions are hosting a Spring Fair. Rain or shine at North Babylon High School. There will be bouncy rides, entertainment, vendors, food and much more. For more information, email Diane at dianedeluca1957 @gmail.com

2:00PM

TWIN COUNTY CHORUS CONCERT

See the Twin County Chorus Chapter of Sweet Adelines International in concert at Farmingdale UMC, 407 Main Street, doors open 1:30PM. There will also be a Silent Auction and complimentary coffee and cake; admission is $20, seniors and students $15. Call church office for tickets 516-249-342.

12:30PM

SPRING RAFFLE AUCTION

The Joseph Barry Columbiettes are sponsoring a Spring Raffle at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus hall in Hicksville. $12 per person. Call Susan at 516-680-8487 or email SueSarandis@gmail.com.

Listening To Jazz Music

The New Orleans Musicians Clinic reports that listening to jazz music can expand blood vessels by up to 30 percent. Widening of blood vessels increases blood flow and lowers blood pressure. Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is important, as the Mayo Clinic notes that unchecked high blood pressure can lead to complications such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and/or dementia.

Engagement Announcement

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Nuzzo of West Islip, New York, announce the engagement of their daughter Juliet Nuzzo to Nicholas Konkle. The engagement took place at the BAFTA Awards, in London, England. Juliet was

the Red Carpet when Nicholas stopped, knelt, and proposed to her. They

their Wedding.

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Empire State Development Announces Completion Of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian’s $3 Million Expansion On Long Island

Empire State Development (ESD) recently announced the completion of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian’s $3 million facility expansion in Islandia. Pal-O-Mine is a non-profit organization that utilizes therapeutic equine programs to promote growth, learning, and healing for children and adults with disabilities.

Supported by a $600,000 capital grant from Empire State Development, recommended by the Long Island Regional Economic Development Council, the expansion will boost its capacity for job training, workforce preparedness, and internship programs. These services will provide crucial skills and support that empowers these individuals to overcome employment barriers and achieve greater independence and success in their lives.

Empire State Development President CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said, “Pal-OMine’s expansion is more than just an infrastructure upgrade; it’s a catalyst for change that empowers our most vulnerable citizens to lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more inclusive economy. By investing in innovative programs that deliver essential vocational training and support services, we are unlocking the potential of these individuals and fortifying the social and economic fabric of our society.”

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Founder & CEO Lisa Gatti said, “We are immensely grateful to Empire State Development and the Long Island Economic Development Council for supporting our work. The ESD grant allows Pal-OMine the space to continue to empower, educate and enrich the most underserved communities and most importantly provide experiences to those individuals who

desire to learn viable job skills. Working with our horses instills a newfound sense of confidence and self-worth, which serves as a foundation for their personal and professional growth journey.”

Since its inception in 1995, Pal-O-Mine has been at the forefront of using horses to facilitate growth, learning, and healing, serving over 400 individuals weekly. The programs offer personalized support and training to high-risk youth and adults with disabilities, aiming to increase participants’ independence, community integration, and economic security. The expansion has transformed the facility, creating nearly 5,000 square feet of enhanced space to better serve its participants. The project involved the renovation of two existing structures to ensure ADA compliance, accessibility, and safety for all individuals. Additionally, a new 2,000-square-foot prefabricated building has been constructed, providing much-needed space for expanded programming and services.

The acquisition of new equipment has enhanced the center’s capacity to deliver equine-assisted therapy services, workforce training, and internship programs. By combining classroom learning with hands-on experience on the farm, participants develop a broad range of vocational and life skills. Through partnerships with local businesses and organizations, the Farm facilitates internships, apprenticeships, and job placement opportunities for program participants. The expansion and enhancement of these initiatives helps equip students with the tools and support necessary to overcome obstacles and achieve success in the workforce and beyond.

“Pal-O-Mine provides essential and therapeutic

PAL-O-MINE EQUESTRIAN’S $3 MILLION EXPANSION

- Empire State Development (ESD) recently announced the completion of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian’s $3 million facility expansion in Islandia. Pal-O-Mine is a nonprofit organization that utilizes therapeutic equine programs to promote growth, learning, and healing for children and adults with disabilities.

equine services to our residents who are in need, including our veterans. With Suffolk County being home to the largest veterans’ population in the state, we are grateful for the various initiatives the organization provides to our hometown heroes who are experiencing emotional or physical trauma. I applaud our partners for coming together to complete this expansion project, which will further empower our residents,” said Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.

“We are grateful to Empire State Development, and the Governor, for investing in the important work that Pal-O-Mine Equestrian does to benefit those with special needs, veterans, and others throughout our Islip community. Equine therapy offers tremendous mental health benefits, and we are so happy they will be able to expand this important program,” said Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter.

Deadline To Apply For Physical Disaster Loans Approaching

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters in New York affected by the severe storms and flooding that occurred Jan. 9-10, to apply for physical damage disaster loans by May 10 deadline.

The declaration covers Suffolk County and the adjacent Nassau County in New York.

Businesses of all sizes and private nonprofit organizations may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.

Disaster loans up to $500,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for

up to $100,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property, including personal vehicles.

SBA can also lend additional funds to businesses and homeowners to help with the cost of improvements to protect, prevent or minimize future disaster damage. Approved loans may qualify for a loan amount increase of up to 20 percent of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation improvements may include a safe room or storm shelter, sump pump, French drain or retaining wall to help protect property and occupants from future damage.

Interest rates can be as low as 4% for businesses, 3.25% for private nonprofit organizations and 2.688% for homeowners and renters with terms up to

30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue, and monthly payments are not due, until 12 months from the date of the initial disbursement. The SBA sets loan amounts and terms based on each applicant’s financial condition.

Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/ disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@ sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

The deadline to apply for property damage is May 10, 2024. The deadline to apply for economic injury is Dec. 11, 2024.

On Saturday, May 11, 2024, the USPS is having its annual "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive and with the help of the West Islip community, they are excited and looking forward to collecting twice as much food as last year.

Customers should look

for the brown paper bags that will be delivered in the coming days, or they can come to the post office to pick one up in person.

Customers can leave the bags of donated canned/boxed goods next to their mailbox or where the carrier can see it so

they can pick it up.

The USPS and the West Islip Post Office would like to thank the community in advance because only you can make this a successful event and help the USPS provide food for those in need.

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(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.

Top Two Academic Leaders Of The West Islip Class Of 2024

West Islip High School has named the top two academic leaders for the Class of 2024 – Jake Guttman and Emerson Ammirata.

Guttman is a member of all seven academic honor societies at West Islip High School and serves on the leadership board for five of them. He uses his skills in graphic design to support a local charity that he has been working with for many years, in addition to his many other philanthropic endeavors. Guttman will be attending High Point University, where he plans to study advertising, public relations and strategic communication with a double major in psychology.

In addition to her academic pursuits, Ammirata is an active member of the varsity cheerleading team and was previously part of the varsity gymnastics team. As a member of the West Islip Vocal Motion performance group, she sings and dances in musical productions both during and after school. Outside of school, she has long been involved in local gymnastics and dance programs. Ammirata is well-rounded and highly motivated, demonstrating a commitment to both her academic and extracurricular endeavors. Her academic preparedness, leadership skills and determination have made her successful. She has not yet decided on college but plans to study pre-law.

TOP TWO ACADEMIC LEADERS - West Islip High School has named the top two academic leaders for the Class of 2024 – Jake Guttman and Emerson Ammirata. Photo courtesy of West Islip Union Free School District

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