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CHIEF McAULEY HONORED

Chief John McAuley was recognized by Legislator Steven J. Flotteron as Suffolk County’s “Volunteer Firefighters and EMS Personnel” honoree for the 11th Legislative District at their monthly meeting in Hauppauge. McAuley’s 30-year dedication to the West Islip Fire Department exemplifies the qualities for this honor.

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Legislator Flotteron Recognizes West Islip Fire Department Chief McAuley

Since his first EMT certification in high school, Chief McAuley has relentlessly pursued professional growth. He is a Paramedic with both the West Islip Fire Department

and the Suffolk County Police Department, where he serves as a MedCat Police Officer specializing in medical emergencies. His dedication to saving lives is evident in his numerous citations and the dozens of lives he has saved. Chief McAuley's leadership within the Department is unparalleled. He served as EMS Chief for 15 years, during which he enhanced training, equipment, and ambulance procurement, making the department one of the top EMS agencies in New York. His proactive approach during the COVID

pandemic, implementing safety protocols and procedures, ensured the safety of his fellow members. Currently serving as Chief of Department, McAuley continues to improve EMS care. He is a Certified Lab Instructor, training prospective EMTs, and the Continuing Medical Education Coordinator, ensuring EMTs remain updated and skilled. His unwavering commitment, leadership, and dedication to EMS, and service to his community make him the ideal candidate for this honor.

Gene Dinapoli Presents Legends of Country Music at the Bayway Arts Center

Get ready for a night of pure country magic with the Legends of Country Music! Join us at Bayway Arts Center on October 9th at 7 PM for an unforgettable evening of timeless country classics and captivating performances by Dennis Gustaferri as Kenny Rogers, Lamar Peters as Johnny Cash, and Samantha Carlson as Patsy Cline. These incredible artists bring each legend to life with unmatched authenticity and heart. Dennis Gustaferri has been dazzling audiences as he performs as “Denny Rogers,” a tribute to the country legend. Lamar Peters, a Queens native, electrifies audiences by channeling the spirit of Johnny Cash. Samantha Carlson, originally from Mineola, New York, has been captivating audiences with her voice since she was 2 years old. She dazzles with classic songs by The Queen of Country Music, Patsy Cline get your tickets at www.baywayartscenter.com or call 631 581 2700

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Long Island Artists Living With Alzheimer’s Disease Featured In Art Exhibition At The Islip Arts Council

The Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center’s (ADRC) annual Art Expressions Art Exhibit will take place in collaboration with the Islip Arts Council in Bay Shore, New York during the month of September. A special reception recognizing the artists will be held on Friday, September 20th, at 1 pm at the Art Gallery located in the north end of Westfield Shopping Center, Bay Shore, NY, near Dick’s Sporting Goods in honor of World Alzheimer’s Days observed on September 21. This exhibition marks the culmination of a year-long art program featuring 150 Long Island artists who are either living at home or residing in a memory care community.

The Art Expressions Program, a cornerstone of ADRC, is a celebration of resilience, expression, and the enduring power of creativity. Each piece on display has been crafted by individuals living with dementia, demonstrating that artistic expression transcends memory loss and cognitive challenges.

The show not only provides a platform for these artists to share their work with the community but also raises awareness about dementia and the importance of a dementiafriendly community.

Carol Hartmann, Director of Programs, Training and Education shared that ADRC’s Art Expressions Program “… utilizes the healing power of art to evoke memories, emotions and connections.” Program participants attend weekly sessions at either ADRC’s East Islip location or in their memory care community. During their weekly session, the individual works on a piece of art based on a particular theme or technique.

ADRC’s trained facilitators tap into each person’s imagination instead of memory, focusing on remaining strengths instead of lost skills. Each piece of art created tells a story; through the exhibition, we aim to change perceptions about dementia and to celebrate the talents of those living with the disease.

Join us during the month of September to view the artwork at the Islip Arts Council. It is free and the gallery is open from 10am – 4pm most days. If you wish to celebrate our artists, plan to join us on Friday, September 20 at 1pm for an afternoon of art, community, and conversation. Witness the incredible work of our artists who, despite the challenges of dementia, continue to find beauty and meaning and express it through their creativity.

ADRC is a grassroots 501c3 nonprofit organization that offers FREE services and programs to families throughout Long Island. Our mission is to provide care, support, and educational programs for families in need, and to be advocates for local families who are coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. All funds raised, stay on Long Island to support caregivers and their families.

For more information, please visit www.adrcinc. org or reach out to Lauren. Vlachos@adrcinc.org

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KIDS COLORING CONTEST!

This October, supporting breast cancer research is as easy as buying paint. Throughout the month, for every gallon of premium paint sold at Aboff’s Paint stores and online at aboffs.com, the company will generously donate a portion of the proceeds to support breast cancer research at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL).

The original Aboff’s Paints Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign raised over $10,000 for CSHL breast cancer research in 2012. In 2023, the two Long Island institutions renewed their partnership and raised over $40,000.

“Breast cancer awareness is near and dear to all of us here at Aboff’s,” said Aboff’s Paints owner and CSHL Corporate Advisory

Board member Matthew Aboff. “We are delighted to renew our partnership with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory for October 2024 and hope to make this year’s campaign our most successful yet.” Family-owned and operated, Aboff’s Paints has been proudly serving Long Island and the New York region for 95 years. The knowledgeable team of paint experts leverage decades of experience, and with 32 convenient locations across Long Island, they’re on hand to accommodate any residential, commercial, or industrial painting project. For more information, contact Shayna Bowles at Aboff’s Paints (sbowles@ aboffs.com; 631-427-2008 ext. 153) or Sarah Kitt at CSHL (kitt@cshl.edu; 516367-6808).

SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

CEREMONY BEGINS

7:45 PM

VETERAN'S PICNIC

5:30 PM

POW/MIA VIGIL REMEMBER.HONOR.SUPPORT

Hosted by Sgt. John Sardiello American Legion Post 1634 in conjunction with the Town of Babylon. Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy. in Lindenhurst. For more information, call 631-669-3931 or Michael Brothers, Commandercommander.post1634@gmail.com or BillieJo Vozza, Vigil Coordinatorsecretary.post1634@gmail.com

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

9:00AM-3:00PM

2024 ANNUAL CHURCH FAIR

Rafﬂe Baskets, Live Music, Food, various vendors, church yard sale items. Something for everyone! Vendors Wanted - 10"X10" spaces available $60 per space. Please call or text 516-313-9148 for details. First Presbyterian Church 497 Pulaski Road in Greenlawn.

DOORS OPEN 6:30PM NIGHT AT THE RACES

WADE-BURNS VFW POST 7279 560 N. Delaware Avenue, Linderhurst, 11757. Tickets $10.00 per person. Tap Beer, House Wine, Soda, Coffee, Cake, Tea. Must be 18 or over to attend. Hot dogs for purchase. For more information, please call 631-888-9854

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22

10:00AM-1:00PM

ANNUAL LIGHT UP PINK AND TEAL EVENT

The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition

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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

and the North Babylon Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual Light Up Pink and Teal event. (Rain Date Sunday, September 29th)

Decorate a lamppost in honor or in memory of someone special! Lampposts are located along Deer Park Avenue, we provide the lights, tag and bow for $25. For more information, please call 631-893-4110

FRIDAY, SEPT. 27

6:00PM-9:00 PM

KICKBALL FOR A CAUSE

BATTLE OF THE BADGES

Sponsored by Babylon Town Councilman Terence F. McSweeney Teams from LIADV, Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, New York Police Department, Suffolk County Police Department, and Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office will face off to be crowned the kickball champion! Venetian Shores Park Softball Fields 817 Granada Parkway in Lindenhurst. All proceeds benefit LI Against Domestic Violence. For more info. call 631-666-7181. To purchase tickets, visit (TAG LIADV on IG/FB) or https:// lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ s8kcmm2

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28

8:00AM-2:00PM

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE

Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. Clothing, furniture, toys, books, Christmas items & much more! Grace Thrift store will be open. Food available for purchase. For more information, please call 631-226-8690

10:00AM

CUMC'S PUMPKIN PATCH OPENS!

Call 516-541-7008 for more information or massapcumc@aol.com. Community United Methodist Church is located at 100 Park Boulevard in Massapequa.

11:30AM-1:00PM

OLPH FALL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Lindenhurst has a Bereavement Support Group to help you through your grief. The group will start on Saturdays September 28 through November 16, 2024. The group is a 9 week commitment. Registration is required. Contact the OLPH Rectory at 631-226-7725 extension 200. OLPH Church is located at 210 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst.

7:00PM-10:00pm FABULOUS FELINE'S 3RD FALL SIP & SING EVENT!

The event will be held at Cross Roads Farm at Grossman's in Malverne, 480 Hempstead Avenue. To Purchase Tickets: PayPal.me/Fabulousfelineinc Vemo - @Fabulousfeline, mail checks to The Fabulous Feline Inc., P.O. Box 483, Valley Stream, NY, 11582. Any questions email Pat at fabulousfeline@ yahoo.com

8:00PM THE QUEEN MEETS THE KINGS at the Bayway Arts Center

Gene Dinapoli presents Liberty DeVitto and Christine Ohlman and their bands The Slim Kings and Rebel Montez. 265 E Main St. in East Islip. For more information, call 631-581-2700, Email: info@baywayartscenter.com

2024 National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association

The National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association will induct the 2024 Class of the NILCA Hall of Fame during its annual award dinner on Oct 12, 2024 at the Milleridge Inn in Jericho, NY. "We are extremely proud to announce the 2024 NILCA Hall of Fame Class," said Joe Baccarella, NILCA Vice President. "Each of these men has established himself among the best to ever to have coached the game of lacrosse , and we look forward to recognizing their incredible accomplishments.”

Coach Bill Turri joins his West Islip coaching partner and HC Scott Craig as a member of the NILCA Hall of Fame. For 32 years as the Defensive Coach of West Islip High School, Coach Turri was instrumental in guiding the Lions to 492 victories. These victories included 28 League Championships, 9 Suffolk County Championships, 7 Long Island Championships and 5 New York State crowns. For over 3 decades, Coach Turri supported and guided the youth camps and clinics of the West Islip Lions. Three times in his career

the Suffolk County Coaches Association honored Coach Turri with their Assistant Coach of the Year honor.

The NILCA is dedicated to the support and education of Secondary School Lacrosse Coaches. Dating back to 1968, the NILCA has supported educational clinics, conventions, HS lacrosse record keeping and selected national Coach and Man of the Year awards.

"With the selection of these coaches, winners of over 3000 games in total and who have made an impact on countless young men, we are beyond excited to announce

the 2024 honorees”, stated John Kenney, Hall of Fame Committee Chair. “The NILCA applauds those coaches whose mentorship and groundbreaking coaching careers have left an indelible mark on the high school game of lacrosse”.

2024 Inductees

Rick BrocatoSt Paul’s School Md.

Jonathan Heisman - Bishop

Shanahan HS, Pa.

Scott HoweSt Xavier, KY

Chris KenneallyFayetteville - Manilus HS, NY

Bob MacalusoNorthport HS, NY

Paul McDermottHuntington HS, NY

Jake ReedMcDonogh School, Md

Tom RotanzShoreham Wading River HS, NY

George SearingNorthort and Yorktown HS , NY

Bill TurriWest Islip HS, NY

Gill GibbsPosthumously, Montclair HS, NJ

The Autumnal Equinox

Each September, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the autumnal equinox, which marks the official beginning of fall. In the Southern Hemisphere, spring is arriving at this time.

Each year there are two equinoxes, the vernal and the autumnal (March and September, respectively). Shortly after the autumnal equinox, days begin getting shorter and the nights get longer.

The word equinox is from the Latin “aequi,” meaning “equal,” and “nox” or “night.” That means that during each equinox the hours of day and night are nearly equal in length across the planet. During the equinox, the part of the Earth that is closest to the sun is the equator, explains History.com. That helps make night and day equal in length.

The fall equinox and the first day of autumn arrives on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 08:44 A.M. EDT in the Northern Hemisphere. The equinox occurs at the same moment worldwide.

Sixth Grade Students Receive A Warm Welcome

With a copy of their schedules and locker combinations in hand, the sixth graders at Udall Road Middle School and Beach Street Middle School in the West Islip Union Free School District headed to

their respective orientation days on Aug. 29.

After listening to a brief presentation, students walked through their schedules, became familiar with their new buildings and tested out their lockers. Staff members were on hand to help guide the students through their walkthroughs. Students connected with their peers and are looking forward to a great school year ahead.

SIXTH GRADE STUDENTS RECEIVE A WARM WELCOME - Incoming sixth graders at Udall Road Middle School and Beach Street Middle School in the West Islip Union Free School District had their orientation days on Aug. 29. Photos courtesy of West Islip Union Free School District

COACH BILL TURRI

Join the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program at a night of laughs at Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown. “Laugh Out Loud” brings some of the area’s top comics on stage

“Laugh Out Loud” Comedy Fundraiser

on Thursday, September 26 . Doors open at 6:30 pm for the 8:00 pm show. Governor’s Comedy Club is located at 90 Division Avenue in Levittown. Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance. Food and drink

will be available for purchase and there is a two-item minimum per person. Audience members must be 16+. Register https://breastcancer.adelphi.edu/au_ event/comedy-night/ Raffle tickets will be

available the night of the event and the winners will be announced live. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. All funds raised will be used to support Adelphi Breast Cancer Hotline services.

Since 1980, the Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program has offered emotional support and information to people with and/or concerned about breast cancer. All of the services

are free and confidential. To speak with a breast cancer volunteer, or a licensed social worker, please call the hotline at 800-877-8077. You are not alone.

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