Obituary: S. Margaret
Elizabeth Murphy
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Local girl honored by Babylon Town for Band-Aid drive for young cancer patients
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Eight local businesses awarded facade program grants
By Carolyn James
Eight commercial property owners in Amityville Village have been approved for storefront façade improvements projects and are eligible to have the cost offset by a share in the state funding recently given to the village.
Village officials announced last week that part of the $600,000 awarded to Amityville through the New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) will be used to reimburse property owners.
Under the direction of the Office of Community Renewal, the property owners may be reimbursed for up to 80 percent of completed storefront façade renovation costs for restoration and/or beautification of the Village’s downtown.
Song Lin, the owner and operator of New Triangle Cleaners, at 163 Broadway, one of the awardees, said he was very pleased to have his application approved. Plans call for replacing the existing frontage with new energy efficient materials, replacing the signage, and installing gooseneck lighting. The total cost is estimated at $82,500 and the grant re -
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Lifelong Amityville resident William. T. (Bill) Lauder, celebrated his 102nd birthday last month with his family and friends. Bill is a Village historian, a founder of the Lauder Museum and known for his dedicated public service. He also served as Babylon Town Supervisor from February 15, 1963 to February 1, 1965. An attorney, he also served as Town of Babylon Justice of the Peace, 1962 to 1963.
imburses $63,230 of that expense.
“The business has been operating there for 60 years,” said Lin who has been the owner for the last 18 years. “This is going to help business.” he
More than a dozen small, medium, and largesized projects were evaluated by the Village’s Storefront Façade Improvement/Downtown Revitalization Committee using several criteria, including their location in the DRI zone and their potential to impact the downtown.
Awards range from $7,700 to $66,700 for exte -
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Amity Village setting up smart meters for parking
Residents and non-residents can now pay with cards or quarters
By Carolyn James
The Village of Amityville will convert its coin-operated parking meters at the LIRR lots to smart meters starting on July 15, enhancing convenience for commuters and visitors.
Payment may be made electronically via the Flowbird app or at kiosks in the LIRR lots (by quarters or credit card.) Flowbird app users may also opt to add time to their meter if they are running late.
Annual resident and non-resident commuter parking permits will continue to be honored. Hourly rates under the new parking system are 50 cents per hour, which according to Village of Amityville Mayor Dennis Siry is in line with several other Long Island municipalities. The old rate, which has been in existence for decades, was 25-cents for three hours
Modernization of the Village’s parking operation is long overdue Siry noted.
“We have not changed the meters in decades, and we are pleased to now offer more convenient methods of payment and greater ease of enforcement for our police department and code enforcement officers,” he said. “Our old meters were limited to 12-hour parking and you needed to feed them with quarters, which was a hassle.”
The Village has begun to notify parking pa-
New kiosks at Amityville LIRR train station will take card or quarters.
trons of the pending change and is prepared to help commuters with the transition to the new technology. Contact Amityville Village Hall for additional information, 631-264-6000.
Suffolk County ‘Healthcare Heroes’ program recognizes inspiring medical professionals
The Suffolk County Legislature recognized the contributions to the healthcare of the County from a diverse and inspiring range of “Healthcare Heroes” with special presentations Tues., June 25 at the legislature’s general meeting in Riverhead.
“Each of my colleagues selected an honoree from their respective legislative districts, and I was pleased to recognize Gerry Connelly, RN, as the “Healthcare Hero” from my own district,” said S.C. Leg. and Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey. “In the MICU, Gerry is a positive professional who goes above and beyond for his patients and peers. Each of his fellow praise-worthy honorees are residents of our County who demonstrate the seemingly never-ending and selfless contributions of our frontline health workers.”
This annual initiative was established when, in March of 2021, the legislature approved a resolution sponsored by Legislator Anthony Piccirillo (LD-8) to recognize a healthcare hero from each legislative district every June, which in 2020 was designated as Healthcare Heroes Month to acknowledge these inspiring individuals and organizations. Each year since then, healthcare heroes from each legislative district have been publicly recognized through a legislative pronouncement in June for their efforts in serving the healthcare needs of their community.
Other local Healthcare Heroes were: Jalen Jones, and EMT in Leg. Steven Flotteron’s district; Dr. Tia KnightForbes in Leg. Jason Richberg’s district and Dr. Angelica Hernandez in. Leg. Tom Donnelly’s district.
Open House Breast Cancer Screening events at GSH
Catholic Health at Good Samaritan University Hospital will be hosting open house Breast Cancer screening events on Thurs., Aug. 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and on Sun., Oct., 6 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Good Samaritan Women’s Imaging Center in West Islip.
Walk-ins are welcome for those with insurance. For those who are under or uninsured, please call 631-376-3051 to schedule an appointment for a free breast screening. Free screening mammograms available only, and
to be eligible women must be 40 years of age or older and have not had a mammogram within the past 12 months. No insurance is necessary and food and refreshments will be available at the open houses.
For more information, please call Good Samaritan University Hospital at 631-376-4444, email justin.jaycon@chsli.org or visit goodsamaritanuniversity.org.
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TOB Free Summer Movie Series begins July 15
The Town of Babylon’s Free Summer Movie Series returns this summer, beginning on July 15 with Lilo and Stitch at 8:20 p.m. at Tanner Park.
The following movies will also be held at Tanner Park at 8:20 p.m.: July 22, Star Wars Empire Strikes Back; July 29, The Parent Trap and August 5, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Inside Out will also be part of the Summer Movie Series and will be screened on August 13 at Overlook Beach after sunset at approximately 8:20 p.m. as well.
For more information, please call the Town of Babylon Parks and Recreation department at 631-893-2100.
Tanner Park is located at 400 Baylawn Avenue, Copiague.
Overlook Beach is located at Ocean Parkway, Babylon.
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New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, in partnership with Suffolk County Legislators Kevin McCaffrey and Steve Flotteron, Babylon Town Councilman Terrance McSweeney and the West Babylon Fire Department are sponsoring a drive thru Shed The Meds and free Narcan Training event on Thursday, July 18, 2024, starting at 11:00am at the West Babylon Fire Department located at 126 Arnold Avenue in West Babylon.
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drop off medications for safe disposal. Liquid medications or sharps will NOT be accepted.
A Northwell Health trained specialist will discuss signs of an opiate overdose, overdose risk factors, recognizing and responding to an overdose, and the administration of Naloxone (Narcan). Each registered participant will receive a free Narcan kit at the completion of the training. Registration is required. Call Assemblyman Durso’s office at 516-5414598 to reserve your seat. The Narcan Training program will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. inside the Fire Department.
HealthCare Heroes: Eighteen impressive individuals were honored by each of the Suffolk County Legislators as “Healthcare Heroes” in recognition of their dedication and selfless service in meeting the healthcare needs of our communities. Shown in photo at the event are: Left to right: Peter Montague; Jimmy Mack, EMT; Keri Moschetto, LPN; Dr. Carl S. Goodman DO, FACEP; Anthony Minelli, PA; Dr. Edison
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Young cancer patient honored by Town for ‘Band-Aid Drive’ to help other sick kids
By Christie Leigh Babirad
At only four years old, Cassidy McCarthy was diagnosed with stage 4 renal cancer, but what followed her diagnosis is where her story really began.
The West Babylon youngster turned her thoughts away from her own illness and toward helping others who faced similar challenges.
“I would hate getting the needle in me when I was going through chemo, and the nurses had these character bandages that would always make me feel better,” explained Cassidy. “Hello Kitty was my favorite, and when I found out that they didn’t have any more of those bandages, I knew I wanted to help because if I’m feeling that these bandages can make me feel better, then I’m sure a bunch of other kids would feel the same way.”
Over the span of a two months, Cassidy, now 12, collected over 1,000 bandages for the NYU Winthrop Hospital Care Center for Kids, where she underwent 9 months of treatment. “I also donated to my primary doctor’s office and other hospitals as well,” she said.
Cassidy has been in remission for 7 years, but her efforts have continued—and expanded. After pledging to collect 1,000 “kid” bandages every year, Johnson and Johnson heard about her inspiring efforts and the company donated 600 boxes of its Band-Aid brand adhesive bandages featuring Hello Kitty.
Daughter to Daniel McCarthy, a former Copiague Fire Chief, and Jessica Pascuzzi, she has three younger siblings, Russell, Daniel and Elsie. She attends West Babylon Middle School and was recently recognized by the Town of Babylon for her work.
“It was amazing,” she said of being recognized by the town. “I feel like people are recognizing me now
Above, Cassidy McCarthy is shown center as she was recognized by Town of Babylon. Shown with her are Babylon Town Supervisor Richard Schaffer; Town Clerk Geri Compitello; Councilman DuWayne Gregory; Cassidy’s father Daniel; her siblings, Russell, Daniel and Elsie; Councilman Anthony Manetta; S.C. Leg. Kevin McCaffrey, Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams; NYS Sen. Alexa Weik and Councilman Tony Martinez.
At right is Band Aid collection box at Cassidy’s home.
and know what I’m doing,” said Cassidy.
“I’m extremely proud of Cassidy’s thoughtfulness, especially when she was going through such a trying time herself,” said her father, an ex-Chief of the Copiague Fire Department. “Today’s world seems to
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Eight local businesses awarded facade program grants
Amityville Village Mayor Dennis Siry, left, makes tour of business district last winter as the Village reviewed applications for grants from the Village’s Facade Improvement district with Vision of Long Island Director of Operations
rior elements such as siding, brick pointing, cornices, paint, awnings, lighting, and signage.
“It’s very exciting! The Village is in a resurgence and these projects will give a much-needed facelift to key areas in our downtown,” said Amityville Mayor Dennis M. Siry. “It was hard to narrow down where the funding would go, but our committee and the support team at Vision Long Island made the process as smooth as possible.”
Vision Long Island President Eric Alexander said the DRI grant has afforded Amityville and other villages on Long Island a unique opportunity.
“The program is one of the state’s most impact -
ful and visible programs,” he said.” It is a win-win that supports small business improvement while also sprucing up the downtowns where they are located.”
The Façade program is one of several transformative programs under the $10 million NYS DRI initiative awarded to Amityville by the Department of State in 2023 to enhance and rejuvenate the village downtown. Façade project funding also includes monies set aside for creation of murals and for program administration costs. For more information, call the Village at 631-264-6000 or go to https://shorturl.at/nlCjV
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DRAWING CONCLUSIONS: By Kevin Eastwood
Local lawmakers taking a serious approach to the rise in number of drownings
This week, a toddler was pulled unconscious from a pool in one of our communities. While the child is expected to survive, another child and a young man recently lost their lives in similar incidents.
Our communities are not alone in facing these tragedies. A new CDC study released last month shows that over 4,500 people died from drowning each year from 2020 to 2022—500 more per year compared to 2019.
CDC experts examined drowning deaths as as well as self-reported swimming skills, participation in swimming lessons, and exposure to recreational water in their latest Vital Signs report. The report underscores the importance of increased access to basic swimming and water safety training in saving lives.
"Over 4,500 people died from drowning each year from 2020 to 2022—500 more per year compared to 2019."
Officials in Babylon and Oyster Bay towns, as well as Nassau and Suffolk counties, have recognized this critical issue. They have held informational sessions and press conferences to raise public awareness.
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1-4 in the United States. For adults, drug and alcohol use further increase the risk of drowning, especially in private home pools.
We commend our public officials for taking the lead on this issue and for their efforts to elevate public awareness. Their work is likely to save lives.
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Environmental Police help reunite ducklings with their mother
On June 21, New York State Environmental Police responded to Amityville High School after receiving reports of a hen mallard hatching nine ducklings in the school’s enclosed concrete courtyard. ECO Officer Smith went to the scene determined that there was no natural water, food sources, or shelter for the ducklings who were located in the courtyard. He also learned that school employees had been feeding the birds and leaving water out to keep them alive. Smith carefully captured the ducklings and moved them to a grassy area next to the school
while the mother kept a watchful eye. Before long, the family was reunited. The DEC reminds the public that it is never advisable to feed or handle wildlife. Simple human interactions can cause irreparable damage to wildlife, including permanent rejection of young by their parents. The public is advised to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator through the DEC website: www.dec.ny.gov/nature/wildlife-health/rehabilitators .
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Copiague Fire Department. “Today’s world seems to be filled with “me” type mentality, with people often not thinking of others, so it’s great to see someone of youth thinking of others, and it’s a bonus when it’s your kid doing it.”
“She will always be my superhero,” said her mother. “For her, no matter what she was over-coming, she was always looking out for others and has a strength like no other.”
Her mother added that in her daughter’s mind, the Band-Aid collection is all about wanting to bring joy to other youngsters and to reassure them that they’re going to be okay because that’s
how she felt after getting her Band-Aid after each treatment. “She faced it all head-on and has the most humble and compassionate heart,” said her mother. “She’s a believer in God and knows that she is here for a reason.”
In her free time, Cassidy plays lacrosse and is involved in her school’s drama club. She contin-ues to collect bandages for her local pediatric doctor’s office, walk-in clinics and hospitals. She invites all who want to participate in her bandage collection to please contact her through her Facebook page at Courage for Cassidy, or through Instagram at bands_mccarthy.
OLPH Bob Dobres Memorial Golf Outing
September 13th
The Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce will be hosting this year’s Lindenhurst Knights of Columbus #794, OLPH Bob Dobres Memorial Golf Outing on Fri., Sept. 13 at the Middle Island Country Club.
Registration will begin at 7 a.m. with a hot breakfast, followed by a shotgun start and lunch at the Turn at 8 a.m. A buffet dinner will take place at 1 p.m. with a 3 hour open bar and awards.
The cost is $165 per golfer and checks should be made payable to “OLPH Knights of Columbus” and mailed to Mike Hearney, 210 E. John Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757.
Vendors who are interested in sponsoring or playing, please contact Grand Knight Corcoran at 631-478-2325. For more information, please contact Mike Hearney at 631-560-0451.
Meet some of our local scholars
The following students were recently recognized for academic achievements and graduation at their respective colleges:
•Lesli Hernandez of Copiague, attending Hudson Valley Community College and in the Dental Assisting academic program, was named to the Spring 2024 President’s List.
•Michael K. Casey of Amityville, attending The University of Scranton as a
criminal justice major, was named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List.
•Lauren N. DeSantis of Copiague, attending The University of Scranton as an English major, was named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List.
•Brendan M. Casey of Amityville, attending The University of Scranton in the university’s Kania School of Management, was named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List.
Obituary NOtice
Sister Margaret Elizabeth Murphy OP, of Amityville, at 85
Early Saturday morning, the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul, June 29, 2024, Sister Margaret Elizabeth Murphy died. She was 85 years old and had served as an Amityville Dominican sister for 42 years. Prior to entering the Congregation, S. Murphy had been a member of the Sisters of the Holy family of Nazareth and
also of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Bentwood. On February 18, 1939, Dominic and Noreen (Acton) Murphy, along with their son Dominic, welcomed Margaret Elizabeth (Peggy) into their home in Brooklyn, New York. The family was soon completed by the arrival of Peggy’s dear sister Noreen and her brother Jack.
After receiving a dispensation from her vows as a Sister of the Holy Family of Nazareth in 1982, S. Murphy was received as a Candidate on July 3, 1983 by the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville. She pronounced her First Vows on January 5, 1985 and her Final Vows on January 3, 1988.
She graduated from St. Angela Hall High School in Brooklyn, and she received a Batchlor of Science Degree in Education from Brentwood College where she majored in Theology and Social Studies. Peggy taught for many years before entering the Congregation.
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While living at St. Mary’s Convent on Ten Eyke Street in Brooklyn, Sister Peggy taught at Most Holy Trinity School from 1983 to 1989. In 1989, she moved on to Corpus Christi Convent and School in Mineola where she taught eighth grade and also became the librarian.
“Peggy was known for being an extremely creative teacher and was appreciated by both her students and their parents, said a spokesman for the Dominican Sisters. “She had a great interest in and love for history witch she passed along to her students.”
Very often, Sister Peggy would put on a play for the school. She would first interview each of the students who wished to participate in the play. Then, she would create a play around the ideas that the students suggested. The students felt they had ownership of the plays, and this helped to make each of these plays a huge success.
Sister Murphy retired and moved to Queen
of the Rosary Motherhouse in 2011. She resided in Rosary Hall and two years later found it necessary to move to Carlin Hall.
Her friend Sister Celie Gutmann said, “She was the kindest person I ever met.”
Peggy also volunteered her time with the students in the Opening Word Program where she helped them to improve their English language skills.
S. Murphy was predeceased by her parents, Dominic and Noreen, as well as by her brothers, Dominic and Jack.
The wake and funeral were held Friday, July 5, in St. Albert Chapel in the Motherhouse in Amityville. Visitation was at 9:45 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in St. Dominic Cemetery on the Motherhouse grounds.
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ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH
147 Park Ave., Amityville Office Tel. 631-264-0763
Rev. Thomas W. Cusanelli
WORSHIP SERVICES: Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Thursday Worship 7:30 p.m.
Accessible to the Physically Challenged “The Friendly Church” www.stpaulsamityville.com
The Rev. Micah Stumme, Pastor Sunday 10:00 A.M. with ASL Interpretation Sunday 4:00 P.M. Fully Wheelchair Accessible Website:
30 Locust Ave., Amityville 631-789-2569
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ST. MARY’S CHURCH
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Fr. Randolph Jon Geminder, Rector www.facebook.com/ StMarysAmityville
Sunday: Matins 7:30 am Low Mass: 8:00 am Sung Mass 10:00 am (With Nursery & Church School) Tuesday thru Saturday Mass 9:00am Tuesday thru Friday: Evening Prayer: 4:30 pm Confession: First Fridays 5 pm ST. MARTIN OF TOURS
37 Union Ave. Amityville, NY 11701 • 631-264-0124
Rev. Gerard Gordon Pastor Masses : Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 Noon, and 5:00 pm
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SC comptroller exams continuous recruitment training program
The Suffolk County Accountant Trainee, Accountant, Auditor Trainee, and Auditor civil service exams have been converted into continuous recruitment training and experience examinations. Candidates can now apply for these four exams at any time!
The minimum qualification for the Accountant Trainee and Auditor Trainee positions is graduation from a college with federally authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a bachelor’s degree, which includes, or is supplemented by, at least twenty-four (24) credits in Accounting.
The Accountant and Auditor titles require the same education mentioned above, as well as two (2) years of experience as an accountant or auditor. Please note, that graduate level education and/or possession of a NYS Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license can substitute for one (1) or two (2) years of experience. Details can be
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If interested, you may submit an online application to the Suffolk County Department of Civil Service. Jobseekers who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience against the background of the duties of the position. These approved candidates will remain eligible for appointment for a maximum of one (1) year. Suffolk County employment offers stability, room to grow and excellent benefits. For more information, please see:
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“Converting these four titles into continuous recruitment is a terrific accomplishment that will assist all Suffolk County Departments in talent acquisition on a much timelier basis,” said S. C. Comptroller John M. Kennedy.
Amityville Farmers Market now open Saturdays
now through October 26
The Amityville Farmers Market will be returning Saturdays from June 15 to Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pick up fresh, local produce at their new location of the lawn at 25 Broadway, next to the First United Methodist Church.
For more information, please call 631264-6000.
Amityville Kiwanis Club 75th Anniversary Reunion to be held on Sat., October 5th
The Kiwanis Club of Amityville will be having a 75th Anniversary Reunion celebration on Sat., Oct. 5.
“All our members, past and present, were instrumental in the great success of our club and the many contributions we’ve been able to make to our
community,” said a representative of the Kiwanis Club. “We look forward to celebrating this milestone with Amityville.”
For more information call the Kiwanis Club at 631-691-3274 or email:amityvillekiwanis@gmail.com
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Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 8/1/2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 31 Croydon Road, Amityville, New York 11701, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being At Amityville, In The Town Of Babylon, County Of Suffolk And State Of New York.
District 0100 Section 175.00 Block 01.00 Lot 008.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $453,494.35 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 620212/2017
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NOTICE is hereby given the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Village of Amityville will hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville, NY
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at 7:00 P.M. on THURSDAY, July 18th, 2024, to consider the following applications:
Application of Brandon Hamchuk on behalf of Matthew Friedrich. Applicant seeks 2 variances in connection with the construction of a new detached garage. Variance 1 is to increase the allowed maximum height from 14 feet to 24 feet. Variance 2 is to increase the maximum allowed accessory structure are from 500 square feet to 840 square feet. Both variances pursuant to Section 183-55 of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the West side of Unqua Place approximately 277 feet South of Richmond Avenue in a “Residential B” District known as 15 Unqua Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-1314-5.
Application of Bryan Kuefner on behalf of Raymond Viola. Applicant seeks multiple variances in connection with the construction of a new single-family residence. Variance 1 is to reduce the required lot frontage from 75 feet to 40 feet pursuant to Section 183-44 of the Village of Amityville Code. Variance 2 is to increase the allowed maximum height from 28 feet to 34 feet 6 inches pursuant to Section 183-46 of the Village Code. Variance 3 is to reduce the required individual side yard setback from 12 feet to 3 feet 4 inches. Variance 4 is to reduce the required aggregate side yard setback from 24 feet to 13 feet 4 inches, both pursuant to Section 183-46 of the Village Code. Premises located on the West side of Shore Road approximately 280 feet North of Berger Avenue in a “Residential B” district known as 35 Shore Road a/k/a SCTM# 101-131-10.1
Application of Bing Jing Gao. Applicant seeks a variance to install a 5 foot fence on a waterfront parcel pursuant to Section 183139 A. (1) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the Southwest corner of Macdonald Avenue and Farragut Place in a “Residential BB” District known as 1 Farragut Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-14-1-47.1
Application of Craig & Patricia Durland. Applicants seek a variance to maintain a previously installed 6 foot fence pursuant to Section
183-139 A. (3) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the North side of Bayview Place approximately 260 feet East of South Bayview Avenue in a “Residential A” District known as 23 Bayview Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-12-5-64.
By Order of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Village of Amityville Catherine Murdock, Clerk/Treasurer 24-450 7/3, 10
SUPREME
COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff, -against-
John Seminario, Anthony Desimone, Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Peter Priore, Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Kenneth J. Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Kenneth M. Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Christopher Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Michelle Mapes, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, United States of America, Antoinette Desimone's unknown heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Deborah Montemurro's unknown heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or
otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Deborah Desimone, Defendants.
Index No.: 603137/2024
Filed: June 27, 2024 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S): YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York; or within sixty (60) days if it is the United States of America. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $355,120.00 and interest, recorded in the office of the clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 23, 2016 in Liber M00022771, Page 786 covering premises known as 18 Johnson Court, Babylon, NY 11702. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.
Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: Bay Shore, New York June 26, 2024 Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman & Gordon, LLP /s/BY: Linda P. Manfredi Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100 Our File No.: 01-095962-F00 24-458. 7/3, 10, 17, 24
NOTICE
In accordance with Notfor-Profit Corporation Law §1513-a, Wellwood Cemetery Asso-ciation, Inc. located at 1400 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704, is commencing the process to declare abandoned and reacquire certain unused gravesites on the grounds of OPOCHNA PROGRESSIVE SOCIETY, INC.
Contact information: Wellwood Cemetery Assn., Inc. c/o John Nolan (631249-2300)
July 2024 24-461 7/10, 17, 24
NOTICE
In accordance with Notfor-Profit Corporation Law §1513-a, Beth Moses Cemetery Cor-poration, located at 1500 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704, is commencing the process to declare abandoned and reacquire certain unused gravesites on the grounds of INDEPENDENT SOCHOTZOWER YOUNG MEN’S SICK SUPPORT SOCIETY. Contact information: Wellwood Cemetery Assn., Inc. c/o John Nolan (631-249-2300) July 2024 24-462. 7/10, 17, 24
The Town of Babylon Rental Review Board will hold a Public Hearing at The Town of Babylon, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York (East Wing Board Room) on Wednesday,
July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm NEW APPLICATION
1. William & Sylvia Dana 458 Mariners Way Copiague NY 11726
SCTM NO: 0100-191.011-212
RENEWALS
1. Mark & Marjorie Fuhrmann 1558 9th St. West Babylon NY 11704
SCTM NO: 0100-137-2-55
2. Lawrence Riggs 51 Nathalie Ave. N. Amityville NY 11701
SCTM NO: 0100-164-5-32
3. Rickey Hill 175 Davidson St. Wyandanch NY 11798
SCTM NO: 0100-82-1-17
4. Ralph Collado 355 Verrazano Ave. Copiague NY 11726
SCTM NO: 0100-199-1-29
5. Simeon Harris 59 Washington Ave. Deer Park NY 11729
SCTMO NO: 0100118-1-7 24-464 . 7/10
Pursuant to Chapter 213, Article II of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Town of Babylon, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at TOWN BOARD ROOM
(Located in the East Wing) at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2024
BEGINNING AT 6:00
P.M.
6:00 p.m.
1. Application #24121 of Kevin and Lois Troiano, 115 Raynor St., West Babylon, NY 11704. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 22.55’ (for porch); diminish total side yards from 25’ to 24.7’. All in connection with legally maintaining a roofed over front porch and a framed attached shed. Property located on the north side of Raynor Street, 270.62’ west of Brookvale Avenue, West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-220-3-17
Zoning District:
Residence C
6:05 p.m.
2. Application #24119 of Enid Thomas (applicant)/Paul Campbell and Enid Grossett (property owner), 47 Benburb Street, Amityville, NY 11701. Permission to diminish rear yard setback from 40’ to 22.3’; increase total building area from 20% to 22.6% (over by 196.88 sq. ft.); diminish distance to east side lot line from 8’ to 5.8’ (for existing shed); diminish distance to rear lot line from 8’ to 3’ (for existing shed). All in connection with the erection of a proposed one-story rear addition and to legally maintain a shed. Property located on the north side of Benburb Street, 100’ west of Brandon Ave., Amityville, NY.
SCTM#0100-163-237.001
Zoning District: Residence B
6:10 p.m.
3. Application #24118 of Salvatore and Adriana Pezzino, 318 12th St., West Babylon, NY 11704. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 24.3’ (for portico); diminish distance to rear lot line from 6’ to 5.5’ (for garage overhang); increase total building area
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from 30% to 31.29% (over by 128.49 sq. ft.); diminish distance to east side lot line from 2’ to 0’ (for concrete around garage); increase area of front yard used as a driveway from 40% to 55% (over by 399.32 sq. ft.); increase number of curb cuts from one (1) to two (2). All in connection with the erection of a proposed onestory rear addition and roof over portico and to legally maintain a rear brick patio and walk, garage overhang, concrete around garage, driveway and two curb cuts. Property located on the north side of 12th St., 170’ east of 3rd Ave., West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-130-4-34
Zoning District: Residence C
6:15 p.m.
4. Application #24120a (Lot #1) of MR Property Builders LLC, 281 Main St., Farmingdale, NY. Permission to diminish rear yard setback from 40’ to 33.6’. All in connection with the proposed subdivision of an existing 100’ x 175’ x 100’ x 175’ parcel into one 100’ x 100’ lot and one 75’ x 100’ lot in order to legally maintain the existing two-story single-family dwelling on Lot #1 and erect a new twostory single-family dwelling on Lot #2. Property located on the northeast corner of Dubois Ave. and Monroe St., Amityville, NY.
SCTM#0100-122-3-32
Zoning District: Residence B
Subject Premises:
98 Monroe St., North Amityville, NY 11701
6:20 p.m.
5. Application #24120b (Lot #2) of MR Property Builders LLC, 281 Main St., Farmingdale, NY 11735. Permission to diminish front width from 80’ to 75’ on Dubois Avenue; diminish lot area from 10,000 sq. ft. to 7,500 sq. ft.; diminish rear yard setback from 40’ to 38’. All in connection with the proposed subdivision of an existing 100’ x 175’ x 100’ x 175’ parcel into one 100’ x 100’ lot and one 75’ x 100’ lot in order to legally maintain the existing two-story single-family dwelling on Lot #1 and erect a new twostory single-family dwelling on Lot #2. Property located on the north side of Dubois Ave., 100’ east of Monroe St., Amityville, NY.
SCTM#0100-122-3-32
Zoning District: Residence B
Subject Premises: 98 Monroe St., North Amityville, NY 11701
6:25 p.m.
6. Application #24107 of BJ’s Wholesale (tenant)/Tanger the Arches (property owner), 455 Commack Road, Deer Park, NY 11729. Permission to increase sign height from 6’ to 11’-10”; increase number of wall signs from one (1) to two (2). All in connection with non-conforming wall signs (previously approved for five (5) years; expired July 24, 2019). Property located on the east side of Commack Road, 1,432’ north of Grand Boulevard, Deer Park, NY.
SCTM#0100-68-146.020
Zoning District: Industry Ga 6:30 p.m.
7. Application #24103 of Shiv Patel (applicant)/ Shivshanti Inc. (property owner), 10 34th St., Copiague, NY 11726. Requesting permission to allow sign to be erected on the roof of the building; diminish distance to north property line from 10’ to 0’ (for ground sign); diminish distance to east property line from 10’ to 0’ (for ground sign). All in connection with the proposed replacement of a non-conforming ground sign and roof sign. Property located on the southwest corner of Franklin Ave and 34th St., Copiague, NY.
SCTM#0100-200-1-007
Zoning District: Business Eb 6:35 p.m.
8. Application #24113 of Slippedy Do-Dah Inc., d/b/a Jump Town USA (tenant)/101 Carolyn Blvd. LLC (property owner), 8 Lincoln Ave., East Massapequa, NY 11735. Requesting a renewal of a special exception permit to conduct a place of amusement; diminish off-street parking of 239 parking spaces to 44 parking spaces. All in connection with a portion of an existing building (previously approved for three (3) years; expired December 30, 2023). Property located on the north side of Carolyn Blvd., Farmingdale NY.
SCTM#0100-97-14.008
Zoning District: Industry G
Subject Premises:
101 Carolyn Blvd., Farmingdale NY 11735
6:40 p.m.
9. Application #24114 of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, Inc., (tenant)/BRIM Real Estate Holdings LLC. (property owner), 992 North Village Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570. Requesting permission to diminish off street parking from 105 parking stalls required to 49 parking stalls provided. All in connection with an expansion of medical use in an existing building. Property located on the northeast corner of Forest Avenue and Sand Street, West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-134-2-41
Zoning District: Business Eb
Subject Premises: 393 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, NY 11704
6:45 p.m.
10. Application #24115 of Strain Stars (tenant)/JSP Realty Group LLC (property owner), 8 James St., Hicksville, NY 11801. Requesting a renewal of a special exception permit to conduct a retail recreational marijuana dispensary; diminish off street parking from 290 parking stalls required to 174 parking stalls provided; to amend previously imposed condition for hours of operation from 10am to 5pm to 10am to 7pm on Sundays. All in connection with a portion of an existing building (previously approved for one (1) year; expired April 20th, 2024). Property located on the east side of Broad Hollow Road (NYS Route 110), 516.56’ south of Gazza Boulevard, Farmingdale, NY.
SCTM#0100-36-330.002
Zoning District: Industry G
Subject Premises: 1815 Broad Hollow Road, Farmingdale NY 11735 ALL PERSONS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVE MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. ALL CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED, TO BE FOLLOWED BY ADJOURNED CASES. BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MICHAEL KANE, CHAIRMAN
Dated: Babylon Town Hall Lindenhurst, New York JULY 1, 2024 24-465. 7/10
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, -againstHENRY THOMAS JR., ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on November 30, 2023, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST is the Plaintiff and HENRY THOMAS JR., ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the AMITYVILLE VILLAGE HALL, 21 IRELAND PLACE, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701, on August 8, 2024 at 1:30PM, premises known as 17 PINE
ROAD, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100099.00-01.00-040.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILD-INGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 602719/2020. Robert A. Macedonio, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 24-463 . 7/10, 17, 24, 31
Graduate students sought for NYMTC’s September 11 Memorial Scholarship Program
Applications for the New York Metropolitan Transportation Council’s (NYMTC) September 11 Memorial Program are now open until July 22.
The program, created to educate and motivate innovation in transportation and technology, asks students to commit 12 months of time outside the classroom to conduct advanced transportation research and planning projects under the guidance of a mentor from NYMTC or a NYMTC member agency.
The research will challenge students to develop creative solutions to difficult problems, providing a benefit to the NYMTC planning area while enhancing each student’s educational experiences. For this involvement, a graduate student will receive financial support of up to $35,000 over 12 months.
This program is open to full-time graduate-level students at a college/university in New York or New Jersey. International students must have a valid F-1 Visa to participate in this fellowship. Prospective students not yet enrolled in graduate school may apply concurrently with their application to any of these schools. Students from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply if their studies relate in some way to transportation planning.
The September 11th Memorial Program for Regional Transportation Planning was created by NYMTC to honor the memory of Ignatius Adanga, Charles Lesperance and See Wong Shum, the three NYMTC employees who lost their lives during the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center.
For more information on eligibility, research topics and more, please visit https://cait.rutgers.edu/nymtc-september11th-memorial-program/ The application deadline is July 22.
Happenings at Your Public Library
Amityville 19 John Street, 631-264-0567
• The Amityville Library is undergoing construction. The new entrance is a temporary set of doors by the southwest corner of the library facing Oak Street (by the Reading Garden). Pickup and drop off is available in the Express Library, located in the parking lot inside the trailer. Call ahead, 631-2640567, for this service.
• Relax and Recharge: Thursday, July 11, 6:45 p.m. This is a gentle stretch, meditation, deep relaxation and aromatherapy class to activate the body’s self-healing powers and to rebalance your nervous system. Bring a yoga mat, blanket and pillow. Program continues July 18, August 15 and 22.
• One-on-One Career Coaching: Tuesday, July 16, 6 or 7 p.m. Stephanie Jodlowski, a tenured career counselor with 15 years of experience, will provide assistance with résumé writing, cover letters, career transition/direction advisement, job searching tips, job market analysis, mock interviewing/interview tips, compensation analysis/negotiating compensation tips, LinkedIn profile creation or revisement, etc. Registration is necessary so make an appointment with Stephanie as soon as possible. Choose one, one-hour appointment on Tuesdays, July 16 and August 20, or Mondays, July 29 and August 12. *Note: If you do not
respond to the library’s reminder phone call/ email, then the library will consider your appointment cancelled. This is just to avoid any vacancies in case there is a waitlist.
• FCA’s Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Program: Thursday, July 18, 2 p.m. FCA’s Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Program offers free assistance and support to caregivers who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Funded by the Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Program from Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare and Rehabilitation, the program supports families by offering care consultations by licensed professionals in support groups. The program, which will be held at First Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville, will continue on August 1, 15, and 29.
Happenings at Your Public Library
Copiague
50 Deauville Blvd., 631-691-1111
• Trex Recycling Challenge: The Copiague community recycled over 1,700 pounds of plastic in 2023, as part of the library’s Trex Recycling Drive. Help the library reach its goal of at least 1,000 pounds recycled in 2024 and you could win a Trex bench. Stop by the library with your clean plastic bags, film or packaging and enter the Trex bench raffle. Donate all year to keep plastic out of local landfills and waterways, and increase
your chances of winning. Go to copiaguelibrary.org to find out more information and to track our progress.
• Seed Library: The seed library is back. Patrons can take five packets of the library’s organic, non-GMO vegetable and flower seeds to plant in your garden this year. Stop by the Information Desk to check out your seed packets.
• Afternoon Book Discussion: Thursday, July 11: 1:30 p.m. Join the group to discuss the popular book-turned-movie “Crazy Rich Asians,” by Kevin Kwan. Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is necessary.
• Long Island Sierra Club: Removing Invasive Vines: Thursday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.
Julie Sullivan will discuss all there is to know about invasive vines that damage trees and shrubs and crowd out native plants, how to identify them, and how to remove them. Familiar to most people are the English Ivy, Oriental Bittersweet, Asian Wisteria and Japanese Honeysuckle, but they’ll also learn about some new arrivals to be on the lookout for. This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Registration is necessary.
• Cookies, Coffee and Karaoke: Saturday, July 13, 3 p.m. It’s karaoke Saturday! Sing your favorite song or enjoy the tunes sung by your family and friends. Refreshments
will be provided. Registration is necessary.
• Your Savings: Monday, July 15, 6:30 p.m. Join Chase Community Manager Lael Daniel on how to budget and save money for expenses, goals, and emergencies. Registration is necessary.
• Malta: Magical Diving in the Mediterranean: Tuesday, July 16, 6:30 p.m. The three islands of the Republic of Malta (Malta, Gozo and Comino) lie in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, between Sicily and Tunisia. Considered strategically important, Malta has been fought over since ancient times by numerous empires and warring nations. Today, Malta is emerging as a tourist mecca and one of Europe’s capitals of culture. For scuba divers, the clear waters of Malta abound with diving opportunities, from historic shipwrecks to spellbinding blue holes. In this presentation, Eco-Photo Explorers will journey to Malta and reveal its underwater treasures. Registration is necessary.
• Joseph Dwyer Veterans Project: Thursday, July 18, 11 a.m. The Dwyer Project serves veterans, service members, and their families with post-service transitional issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Support groups are led by veteran peers who can relate to the experiences of group members. Registration is not necessary.
THURSDAY, July 11
• Amityville Rotary Club meeting, 8 a.m., Brownstones, 55 Merrick Road, Amityville. For information, go to rotary7255.org or call President Michele Camilleri at 631-598-1700.
• Amityville Village Board Special Meeting: 8:15 a.m., Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville. Visit Amityville. com or call 631-264-6000 for more information.
for more information.
FRIDAY, July 12
• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call 631-789-2569.
Happenings at Your Public Library
• Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, 200 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For information, call 631-957-3012 or email zoningcomments@townofbabylon.com
• Amityville Kiwanis: 7 p.m., via Zoom. For more information, email amityvillekiwanis@gmail.com or visit the Amityville Kiwanis Facebook page.
• Amityville Village Planning Board: 7 p.m., Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville. Visit Amityville.com or call 631264-6000 for more information.
• Amityville Public Schools Board of Education reorganization and meeting: 7:30 p.m., Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School, 140 Park Avenue, Amityville. Visit the announcements section of the school website, http://www.amityvilleschools.org/ , or call 631-565-6058
• St. Mary’s Thrift Shop: 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., 175 Broadway, Amityville, enter from rear parking lot. Lots of collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. For information, call 631464-4899.
• Amityville Public Library Presents Fridays on the Greene: 6 p.m., Greene Avenue and Broadway, Amityville. Featuring live music from Byrne Unit.
SATURDAY, July 13
• Amityville Farmer’s Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 25 Broadway, First United Methodist Church, Amityville. For more information, email amityfarmersmarket@ gmail.com.
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. For more information call 631-972-8829 (leave message) or visit www.longislanddahlia.org .
• Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church,
25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call 631-264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com
• St. Mary’s Thrift Shop: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 175 Broadway, Amityville, enter from rear parking lot. Lots of collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. For information, call 631464-4899.
SUNDAY, July 14
• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call 631-789-2569.
MONDAY, July 15
• Town of Babylon Planning Board: 7 p.m., Town Board Room, 200 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For information, call 631-957-3103 or email planningcomments@townofbabylon.com
TUESDAY, July 16
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown. Free weekly, in-person meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at 631-332-0552 or Jill at 516-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
WEDNESDAY, July 17
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information call 631-972-8829 (leave message) or visit www.longislanddahlia.org
• Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call 631-264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com.
• Town of Babylon Rental Board: 6 p.m. Planning and Development Rental Division, Town Board Room, 200 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, call 631-957-4434 or email rentalcomments@townofbabylon.com.
• Amityville Public Library Board: 7 p.m. For more information, visit the library’s website at amityvillepubliclibrary. org or call 631-264-0567.
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free weekly, virtual meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at 631-332-0552 or Jill at 516-220-7808. All calls are confidential.