October 22, 2025 Farmingdale by Long Island Media Group

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Continuing efforts to help restaurants recover from the impact of the economic downturn, Supervisor Joseph Saladino, joined by Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato, announced the return of Foodie Week – a unique opportunity for dining establishments to showcase their world-class culinary hotspots. This week-long event highlights the finest culinary creations local chefs, bakers, and artisans have to offer, running from October 19th to October 26th.

From The Desk Of Mayor Ralph Ekstrand

Upcoming Farmingdale Village Community Events –

Farmingdale Farmers Market On the Village Green, by Schneider’s Farm, Sundays through 11/23, 10am-2pm, weather permitting, 361 Main Street www.facebook.com/ farmingdale11735 www. farmingdalevillage.com

Farmingdale Open Mic & Jam Sessions with Chuck & Vinny – November 18th, 7-8:30pm @ Village Hall, 361 Main Street: individuals, groups/acts, All Ages: email openmicfarmingdale@gamil.com to sign-up, or sign up at the events, sponsored by the Farmingdale Village Cultural Arts Committee www.facebook.com/ farmingdale11735 www.farmingdalevillage.com

Farmingdale Halloween Parade & Fall Fun on the Village Green – Saturday October 25th, parade @ 1 pm followed by Free Family Fun on the Farmingdale Village Green: Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Music, Candy for the kids, Costume Contest – the event is 1-4pm and free to attend. All Ages – come in costume! Parade starts

OCTOBER HAPPENINGS

THURSDAY, OCT. 23rd

3:00PM-4:30PM

GALLERY TEA

Islip Arts Council Gallery Tea Steeped in Strength: A Gallery Tea for Breast Cancer Awareness. Includes teas, light bites, a gallery talk, and meditation. $20 Registration is required. Share in the power of creativity, compassion, and connection. Guests will gather for a soothing afternoon of art, tea, and reﬂ ection — surrounded by works that celebrate resilience, healing, and the beauty of life. For more information, please call 631-8883525, Islip arts.org

FRIDAY, OCT. 24th

DOORS OPEN 6:00PM

BINGO STARTS 7:00PM

WEST ISLIP FIRE DEPT LADIES AUX MUSIC BINGO FUND RAISER West Islip Fire Dept. 309 Union Blvd West in Islip. Tickets $20 extra cards for sale, 50/50, Lotto board. Rafﬂ e baskets. for more information and for tickets, please call 516-318-530. Light food for purchase. Donate a non perishable item for a ticket to a special rafﬂ e

6:30PM-8:00PM

HAUNTED HIKES

Garden City Bird Sanctuary, 182 Tanners Pond Rd. in Garden City. Long Islands favorite family Haunted Hike is back. With both Scary and not so scary walks (on separate trails) a maze and some fun photo opportunities. For more information, please visit https:// thegcbs.org/gcbs-home

HOLIDAYS

13th - COLUMBUS DAY

INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY 31st - HALLOWEEN

For more information, please call

SATURDAY, OCT. 25th

5:30PM-7:00PM FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT PAWS WITH A CAUSE Painting Night Fundraiser. Proceeds to beneﬁ t Paws With A Cause Hosted by AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary #18, 141 Carleton Ave. in East Islip. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Painting begins 6:00 p.m. For more information, please call Vicky 516-241-8371

SUNDAY, OCT. 26th

Start Time: 8:00AM (KIDS FUN RUN) Start Time: 8:30am (5K Run/Walk) JOHN THEISSEN CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION FREAKY 5K "Flat and Fast" Start and Finish in TOH parking lot at 1869 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh. For more informtion, please call 516-6795098 or emal John john@jtcf.org. Register online at runsignup.com

1:00PM-5:00PM GIOVANNI CABOTO LODGE SCHOLARSHIP LUNCHEON

Will be held at Verdi's of Westbury. Funds raised enables the Lodge to award several scholarships to local high school students and to Lodge members children or grandchildren. It also helps support the many OSDIA sponsored charitable organizations. For tickets please contact Rosemarie DiChiara at 516458-0097

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29th 10:30AM-11:15AM

NOT-SO-SCARY PJ STORIES at The Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave in Merrick. Free Event . No registration required. Wear your PJs or a costume and drop in for stories that are more silly than scary. For more information, please call 516-3776112

7:00PM

POCKETBOOK BINGO

The Memorare Columbiettes Auxiliary is hosting Pocketbook Bingo. Doors open at 6:00pm, games start at 7:00 pm. The Memorare Council is located at 2183 Jackson Avenue in Seaford. $35 per person includes 8 games of bingo, wine, soda, snacks, coffee and dessert. (Snacks from home are always welcome). 50/50 and lotto board rafﬂ es and additional bingo cards will be available for purchase For more information or to purchase tickets please contact Lisa Koenig 516205-0768

THURSDAY, OCT. 30th

6:00PM-7:45PM THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW SCREENING

The Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave in Merrick. Community Room. Free event. No registration required. A ﬂ amboyant transvestite offers shelter to a straight-laced, newly-engaged couple whose car breaks down near his mansion, introducing them to a wild and outrageous cast of partygoers. For more information, please call 516377-6112

Town Kicks Off Foodie Week To Highlight Local Businesses

Continuing efforts to help restaurants recover from the impact of the economic downturn, Supervisor Joseph Saladino, joined by Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato, announced the return of Foodie Week – a unique opportunity for dining establishments to showcase their worldclass culinary hotspots. This week-long event highlights the finest culinary creations local chefs, bakers, and artisans have to offer, running from October 19th to October 26th.

“This great – and fun – event gives participants an opportunity to support their favorite restaurants, as well as try new ones,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Restaurants are vital to our downtowns and crucial to our local economy. Foodie Week gives us the chance to support our favorite eateries through a fun and unique experience.”

Consistent with well-known New York City standards for similar restaurant promotions, a Long Island Food Critic panel has curated all participating restaurants and evaluates them based on the same set of criteria to help ensure that restaurants are of a similar caliber. Participation in Foodie Week is free of charge for restaurants located in the Town of Oyster Bay. For additional information, as well as a full list of participating venues and events, visit www.FoodieWeek.com.

Town officials announce the return of Foodie Week at Palmer’s American Grille in Farmingdale. Shown are Carl Mattone, owner of Ficarra Ristorante of Hicksville, Bob Gebbia, owner of Palmer’s American Grille, Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato.

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at the Walkway next to Candy’s Jewelry (Moby Way/225 Main Street) and proceeds to the Village Green: 361 Main Street, Rain Date Sunday 10/26. Sponsored by the Farmingdale Business Improvement District, plus enjoy “Trunk or Treat” in parking lot behind Village Hall www.farmingdalebid.com www.farmingdalevillage.com https://www.facebook.com/farmingdalemainstreetbid/

Bill Bleyer Presentation: Long Island During the American Revolution: The Battle of Long Island and the British Occupation, Sunday October 26, 2 pm @ Farmingdale Village Hall, 361 Main Street, free to attend, first come, first seated. Bill Bleyer, a prize-winning staff

writer for Newsday for 33 years, where he specialized in history & maritime issues before retiring to write books and freelance for newspapers and magazines. Books will be available for purchase. Co-sponsored by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee and FarmingdaleBethpage Historical Society www.farmingdalevillage. com www.facebook.com/farmingdale11735 https:// farmingdalebethpagehistoricalsociety.wordpress.com/

Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce Annual Holiday Parade/Small Business Season Kick-Off & Photos with Santa: Saturday November 22nd @ Noon. The parade features a Farmingdale Public School Marching Band, Dalererettes Kickline, Scouts/Troops/Organizations &

more! The parade kicks-off from Northside School and proceeds along Main Street to the Village Green (361 Main Street), free to attend, rain or shine, https://www. farmingdalenychamber.org/

Calling All Bakers: Start planning your original creations! 12th Annual Long Island Gingerbread & Chocolate House Competition at The Chocolate Duck, 310 Main Street – Saturday December 6, Noon – 4 pm – 2025 Theme: Castles, Fee to enter the competition, Prizes to be awarded (children, adults, amateur, professional division). Free for spectators – Vote for the

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Residents Invited To Enter Lottery For Free Holiday Concert Tickets

Apply By October 24th To Attend Popular Holiday Concert At Tilles Center At LIU Post

With the holiday season fast approaching, Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board invite residents to enter a ticket lottery for this year’s Town Holiday Concerts, being held on November 24th andA 25th at the Tilles Center at LIU Post in Brookville.

“There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season than with the Town of Oyster Bay’s Holiday Concert Extravaganza. From music to dancing, this amazing performance brings out the holiday cheer in all who experience it,” Supervisor Saladino said. “Due to its overwhelming popularity, the Town hosts a ticket

lottery to ensure all residents have an equal opportunity to attend one of our wonderful performances. And, as always, this outstanding holiday entertainment is provided free of charge for our residents.”

This year’s Holiday Concerts are scheduled for two evenings: Monday, November 24th and Tuesday, November 25th at 7:30pm; as well as a matinee performance on Tuesday, November 25th at 2pm.

Applications are available on the Town’s website, www. oysterbaytown.com, or can be received by calling (516) 797-7925. Completed lottery

applications can be dropped off at the following locations:

• Oyster Bay Town Hall

North, Town Clerk’s Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay

• Oyster Bay Town Hall

South, South Entrance, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa

Residents may receive up to two tickets per household. All entries must be received by Friday, October 24th at 4:45pm. Residents selected will receive their tickets in the mail the week of November 10th. Ticket distribution will be based on availability. For more information, visit www.oysterbaytown.com or call (516) 797-7925.

Assemblyman Durso To Hold Blood Drive Event

New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park), in coordination with the New York Blood Center and the Long Island Republican Assembly delegation, will be holding a blood drive event at the Massapequa Donor Center located at 1050 Sunrise Highway in Massapequa through Sunday, October 26, 2025

This event is in honor of Madeline Norton, who at just 6 months old, was diagnosed with PKAN, a rare disease that robs children of their motor functions, speech, and eventually their ability to walk, eat, and live independently. Currently, there is no cure.

Madeline’s Mission, a social media and fundraising campaign, was started by Madeline’s parents and Massapequa residents, Gerard Norton, a Rockville

Centre Police Officer, and his wife Kaitlin, to raise awareness and support PKAN life-saving research.

The Norton’s are not giving up hope but choosing to fight by getting the word out to give their child, and all children like Madeline, the best life possible.

“I encourage anyone who can donate to roll up their sleeve in honor of

Madeline and to support those in need of life-saving blood transfusions,” said Assemblyman Durso. To schedule an appointment, please visit New York Blood Center’s website at www.nybc. org/madeline or call 1-800-933-BLOOD (2566). Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred.

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People’s Choice Award. Contact Christina for details chocolateduckimages@gmail.com, event is planned in conjunction with the Farmingdale Village Cultural Arts Committee www.facebook.com/farmingdale11735 https://chocolate duck.com/ www.farmingdalevillage. com

Stay tuned for additional Annual events: Holiday Tree Lightings & Early New Years Eve Ball Drop/Family

Friendly Celebration in downtown Farmingdale! More details – 516-249-0093 (Village Hall), www. farmingdalevillage.com www.farmingdalebid.com www.facebook.com/farmingdale11735 https://www. facebook.com/farmingdalemainstreetbid/

The Kiwanis Club of Farmingdale presents: The Annual Field of Honor Flag Ceremony: November 1st ,11 am: Through the support of the community, the Farmingdale High School Key Club, and the

Farmingdale Boy Scouts - The Kiwanis Club of Farmingdale will display a FIELD OF HONOR at the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Road. The FIELD OF HONOR will stand flags to represent each branch of the U.S. Military, in addition to 100 American flags on poles from patriotic sponsors & donors kiwanisfarmingdale@gmail.com

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