August 7, 2024 West Islip by Long Island Media Group

REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 13TH, 14TH & 15TH 5PM-8PM

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY AUGUST 20TH, 21ST & 22ND 5PM-8PM SATURDAY AUGUST 24TH 11AM-2PM

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Our address is changing, but our commitment to providing high quality, compassionate care to families and children remains our number one priority. We take pride in delivering individualized attention and personalized care to meet your child’s physical, behavioral, and mental health needs.

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Call (631) 686-7300 for an appointment

Now with extended office hours: 9am – 7pm Monday -Thursday 9am – 5pm Friday 9am - 1pm Saturday

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AUGUST HAPPENINGS

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7

7:30PM-9:30PM

OWL PROWL WEDNESDAY

Visit Sweetbriar to meet and learn about some of their resident owls. Embark on a walk into the darkness to enjoy the night and call some owls. Wear bug spray and bring a ﬂashlight. *Must have tickets to attend this event. No walk ins permitted* Open to families with children ages 5y and up. Sweetbriar Nature Center - ECSS 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344

THURSDAY, AUGUST 8

5:00 PM

FARMINGDALE MUSIC ON MAIN 2024

Sponsored by the Farmingdale Village Merchants Association. Music & Fun Along Main St. , between Prospect St & So Front St. For more information, please call 516-249-0093

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10

8:00 PM

IAC CONCERT IN THE PARK

Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of NYS Parks At Heckscher State Park in East Islip. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, Isliparts.org

6:30 – 10:30

BRUMIDI’S SUMMER LUAU

Constantino Brumidi Lodge, 2075 Deer Park Ave in Deer Park, will be hosting a Summer Luau on Saturday August 10th. $45.00pp,

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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

Hawaiian Style Buffet Dinner, Beer, Wine & Soda Included, Hawaiian Entertainment, Rafﬂes , Dancing and More. For Tickets call Angela: 631-225-9688 or Marianne 631-239-5036

SATURDAY & SUNDAY AUGUST 10 & 11 Saturday 1OAM-9:30PM Sunday 10AM-5PM PAUMANAUKE POW WOW

The Paumanauke Native American Festival Inc., the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts, and The Town of Babylon present Paumanauke Pow Wow at Tanner Park in Copiague. Audience participation, Traditional Drums, Native Food, Dance Competitions, Quality Traders. For more information, please call BACCA Arts Center 631-587-3696

SUNDAY, AUGUST 11

11:00AM- 4:00PM

SPIRIT OF SUMMER ART FESTIVAL

Proudly hosted by the Spirit of Huntington, Long Island's Largest Non-Profit Art Festival. A day of fine art, community networking, food & dessert, raffles, games, activities and music! Rain Date: August 18th • FREE Admission. Located at 2 Melville Rd. N. in Huntington Station. For more information, please call 631-470-9620

MONDAY, AUGUST 12

7:00PM LIGHTS OF HOPE

REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

To honor loved ones lost to an overdose. YES Community Counseling Center’s Annual Lights of Hope Remembrance Ceremony is being held on Monday, August 12, 2024. The ceremony will be held at YES Community Counseling Center’s Levittown ofﬁce located at 152 Center Lane. For more information, contact Kathleen Coletta, LCSW (516) 799-3203 x127 or email at kcoletta@ yesccc.org

MONDAY, AUGUST 12 -16

9:30AM- 12:30PM

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Community United Methodist Church is hosting a Vacation Bible School for ages 4-11. Children must be potty trained. $10 per child. CUMC is located at 100 Park Blvd. in Massapequa. For more information, or to register, please call 516-541-7008, or email: MASSAPCUMC@aol.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13

11:00AM- 4:00PM

CLAM SHUCKING CONTEST

The West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition for Long Island, Inc. is hosting their 30th Annual Clam Shucking Contest at the Bay Shore Marina on South Clinton Ave. in Bay Shore. Beer • Wine • Soda • Food • 50/50 • Live Music • Dancing • Huge Chinese Auction. Plus: Corn Husking contest & face painting for kids. For more information, please call 631-669-7707

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• USDA Prime Marinated London Broil

•12 USDA Prime Sirloin Sliders

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The 42nd Annual Paumanauke Pow-Wow

The Paumanauke Native American Festival Inc., The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts (BACCA), and the Town of Babylon proudly present the 42nd Paumanauke Pow-Wow on Saturday, August 10, 2024 and Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Tanner Park in Copiague, located on Long Island’s Great South Bay.

This two-day, familyfriendly festival of Native American culture features Indigenous dance and dance competitions, traditional drums, native foods, and plenty of audience participation. Through an exhibition of Native American art, music and dance, the Paumanauke Pow-Wow brings these traditions to visitors in a beautiful setting at Tanner Park. Native

American artists, artisans and craftspeople will display their goods for sale.

Admission (at the gate): Adults $10, Seniors (60+) $5, Teens 12-16 $5, Children under 12 - FREE. Rain or Shine. Bring a lawn chair. Saturday, August 10th 10am-9:30pm Grand Entry: 12 Noon & 7pm

Sunday, August 11th 10am-5pm Grand Entry: 12 Noon

For more information, please contact Liz Mirarchi at info@ babylonarts.org.

The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts is a not-for-profit arts organization bringing theater, music, fine arts and cultural events to the residents of the Town of Babylon, NY. Please

visit our website at www. babylonarts.org for a complete listing of our programs and events, or to find information about becoming a member.

BACCA’s programs are made possible in part with public funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the County of Suffolk, County Executive Ed Romaine and the Suffolk County Legislature, the Town of Babylon, Supervisor Rich Schaffer, the Town of Babylon Local Development Corporation (LDC), the Lindenhurst Business Improvement District, and from membership and private contributions.

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Who Needs Life Insurance?

Let’s talk about the most thrilling topic ever: life insurance. Alright, maybe it’s not thrilling, but stick with me. Life insurance is like a safety net for your loved ones. If you’ve got a family, they depend on you. What happens if you suddenly take a permanent vacation? Life insurance

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By JoAnn Cilla

As of August 1st, there are (or were) 153 days left in 2024. This month is usually a time for family, fun, and vacations, but it’s also a wonderful time to plan how you will hit the ground running right after Labor Day. So, my article for this month focuses on six ways to maximize the next 153 days while avoiding distractions and time robbers.

1. Set Clear, Achievable Goals. The first thing you should do is revisit your goals for the year. Determine what steps to take in the next five months to achieve them.

153 Days Left In 2024

Do you have the necessary resources? If not, how can you get them?

2. Prioritize and Plan. Create a detailed calendar outlining key tasks and deadlines. Prioritize activities that directly contribute to your goals. Use tools like planners or digital calendars to keep everything organized and to visualize your progress.

3. Eliminate Distractions

Identify and eliminate distractions that can derail your progress. Whether it’s excessive social media use, unproductive meetings,

or a cluttered workspace, take steps to minimize ALL time robbers. Set specific times for checking emails and social media to avoid constant interruptions.

4. Focus on High-Impact Activities. Concentrate on activities that have the most significant impact on your goals. For business, this could mean focusing on high-priority projects, networking, or developing new skills. In your personal life, it could mean spending quality time with family, engaging in meaningful hobbies, or

investing in self-care.

5. Stay Accountable. Share your goals with a trusted friend, family member, or mentor who can help keep you accountable. Regular check-ins and progress updates can provide motivation and support. Consider joining a mastermind group or finding an accountability partner to stay on track. Remember, find someone who will tell you what you “need” to hear, not what you “want” to hear!

6. Reflect and Adjust. Review your progress and adjust

your plans as needed. Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is crucial. If certain strategies aren’t working, don’t be afraid to pivot and try something new. Keep moving forward, even if it’s in a slightly different direction. If you can set clear goals, eliminate distractions, focus on high-impact activities, stay accountable, and review your GPS plan regularly, you will put yourself in the best position to hit your goals and achieve success. Make it happen!

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Islip Summer Senior Advocate Schedule

Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Islip 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 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 summer, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Islip:

• Bay Shore Library, 1 S. Country Road, Brightwaters: Friday, September 20, 10 am – 12 pm

• Bishop McGann Housing, 200 Bishop McGann Drive, Central Islip: Mondays, August 26 & September 30, 10 am – 12 pm

• Brentwood Senior Nutrition, 16 Second Avenue, Brentwood: Mondays, August 19 & September 23, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

• Connetquot Library, 760 Ocean Avenue, Bohemia: Thursday, September 12, 10 am – 12 pm

• East Islip Library, 381 E. Main Street, East Islip: Monday, August 12, 10 am – 12 pm

• Islip Library, 71 Monell Avenue, Islip: Monday September 16, 10 am – 12 pm

•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 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.”

Keep Summer Days Fun And Busy When Camp Ends

Many adults have fond memories of attending summer camp when they were children. The American Camp Association reports that each year more than 14 million children and adults take advantage of the camp experience. Summer camp is a place for kids to learn new skills, make new friends, experience being away from home for extended periods of time, and explore new locales. Summer camp program lengths vary. Some children attend local camps that may last a week or two, while others attend sleep-away camps that last a little longer. Since summer vacation typically lasts between eight to 10 weeks, parents may discover there still is plenty of downtime after summer camp ends. Here are some ways to fill the gap between the end of camp and the start of a new school year.

Schedule a vacation

What better way to keep the magic of summer going than by rolling summer camp right into a family vacation?

Give kids time to enjoy a few days to relax at home, but then buckle up for the next adventure. This can be a trip away from home, or a series of day trips or activities guided by all members of the family.

Organize a sleepover exchange

Parents of school-aged children can coordinate with one another to fill up a week or more with sleepovers. Each family can take a night or two, and the kids can jump from house to house extending the fun with one another. Sleepovers can occur inside the home or under tents in the yard.

Recreate favorite camp activities at home

Enroll in a recreational program

Some towns offer free or low-fee activities to residents through their parks and recreation departments. If budgeting does not allow for a camp experience, there are likely town-wide activities that can fill the gaps until it’s time for children to go back to school. Some even may offer after-hours childcare options for parents who have scheduling conflicts with work.

When summer camp ends, parents have different options they can explore to keep children engaged and supervised until a new school year begins.

Why not take what makes camp entertaining and try it at home? Copy the camp’s itinerary and engage in similar activities, such as canoeing or nature hikes. On nights when the weather cooperates, everyone can gather around a fire pit to roast marshmallows.