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HONORING OUR HEROES
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce proudly presented its annual Law Enforcement Officers of the Year Awards on September 25th at the American Legion Massapequa Post 1066. This year’s honorees were Police Officers Christopher Guardino and Christopher Lamonica of the 7th Precinct, along with Police Officers Paul Mangione and Brittany Jackolski of the 8th Precinct of the Nassau County Police Department.
Honoring Our Heroes
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce proudly presented its annual Law Enforcement Officers of the Year Awards on September 25th at the American Legion Massapequa Post 1066. This year’s honorees were
Police Officers Christopher Guardino and Christopher Lamonica of the 7th Precinct, along with Police Officers Paul Mangione and Brittany Jackolski of the 8th Precinct of the Nassau County Police Department. Their dedication, bravery,
and commitment to protecting our community serve as an inspiration to us all. The Chamber extends its heartfelt gratitude for their tireless service and unwavering efforts to keep Massapequa safe.
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The Benefits Of Leisure Activities
Leisure activities may be widely viewed as fun ways to fill up free time, but the benefits of leisure activities extend beyond beating boredom. A 2011 analysis published in the journal BBA Molecular Basis of Disease found that leisure activities have a positive impact on cognitive function and dementia. The analysis, conducted by researchers
with the Aging Research Center in Stockholm who examined various studies regarding the relationship between certain activities and cognitive function, defined leisure activity as the voluntary use of free time for activities outside the home. After retirement, leisure time constitutes a large part of many retirees’ lives, and finding ways to fill that time is more beneficial
than merely avoiding boredom. The researchers behind the study concluded that the existing research is insufficient to draw any firm conclusions regarding the effects of certain types of leisure activities on the risk for dementia and cognitive decline, though they did note that multi-domain cognitive training has the potential to improve cognitive function in healthy older adults and slow decline in affected individuals. A multi-domain approach to cognitive training involves memory, reasoning, problem-solving, and map reading, among other activities. Aging adults who embrace activities that require the use of such skills may find that they’re not only finding stimulating ways to fill their free time, but increasing their chances of long-term cognitive health as well.
Robin Hepworth, Greg Massimi, Third Vice President, Isabelle Rapacciuolo, Board of Directors, Karen Gawrych, Treasurer, Robert Barrett, Past President, Gary Slavin, Past President, Tim Ryan, Board of Directors,
Randi Jankowski, Board of Directors, Thomas Antonetti, Board of Directors, Anthony Migliorelli, Board of Directors, Angela Shiran, Board of Directors, Nassau County 7th Precinct Inspector Murphy,
Elaine Phillips
Residents Invited To Submit Photos For Town Publications
Want to see your photos in upcoming Town publications such as the Town calendar? Oyster Bay Town Councilman Andrew Monteleone invites residents to submit photos taken in the Town of Oyster Bay to be considered for future use in print or online. Photos are needed depicting all seasons.
“We accept photos year-round submitted by our residents which depict people, places, community events and scenery throughout our Town,” said Councilman Monteleone. “We accept photos for the calendar, as well as other Town publications, including our website, social media pages and brochures.”
Councilman Monteleone noted that photos should be taken within the confines of the Town of Oyster Bay. Digital submissions
are preferred, but highquality photos may also be submitted. Emailed photos should be sent to photos@oysterbay-ny.
gov. Printed photos can be submitted to the Town’s Public Information Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay NY 11771. Residents should make sure their name,
address, phone number and brief description of the photo are included with their submission. The photographer is responsible for the correct spelling of the names and subjects in the photos, as well as notifying subjects they may appear in a Town publication.
Assemblyman Michael Durso, Assemblyman Tom Hand, Assemblyman Andrew Montelione, Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy, Nassau County Comptroller
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be whipped up in a snap. However, there are certain benefits to cooking your own meals. John Moore, DO, an Aetna medical director and senior health specialist, says that cooking can be good for helping to stave off cognitive decline. Dr. Moore notes that, when cooking, the mind is put to use following a recipe and learning new skills and tasks. Furthermore, cooking for oneself can boost seniors’ self-confidence, reassuring them that they can handle an important daily task without having to rely on their family for meals. As long as it is deemed safe (i.e., no sign of cognitive decline), seniors should be encouraged to continue cooking.
OCTOBER HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8th
12:00PM-4:00PM
SENIOR CITIZEN FALL FEST LUNCHEON
Join The New Serenaders at The Irish Coffee Pub for a Fall Fest Luncheon Party. Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, drink, singing, and dancing fun. Included will be a 3-course meal with choice of entree, unlimited beer, wine, soda, dessert, coffee, tea, music, and more. The Irish Coffee Pub is located at 131 Carleton Ave. in East Islip. For more informaton, please call 631-277-0007
THURSDAY, OCT. 9th
7:00PM
HISTORY OF WANTAGH
Tom Watson of the Wantagh Preservation Society will talk on the History of Wantagh. Seaford Historical Society, at the museum 3890 Waverly Ave. in Wantagh. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi 516-783-8629
6:45PM-8:30PM
BOY SCOUT TROOP 1 INTEREST NIGHT
St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church 39 N. Carll Ave, Babylon Village. Are you a young man that is looking for adventure, personal challenge and community service? Come and meet the Scouts of Troop 1 Babylon and find out what we do to cover those goals. For more information, please call 631290-1314
7:00PM
LINDENHURST HOMEMAKERS EVENING GROUP
HOLIDAYS
13th - COLUMBUS DAY
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY 31st - HALLOWEEN
MAKE A
SUBMISSION!
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more information, please call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
at the North Amityville Senior Center 48 Cedar Rd. in Amityville. (off of New Hwy.) Open to all, 18 years old & up. Meetings start at 7:00pm, new members should arrive 15 min. early. For more information, please call Lisa LeBrie 516-413-7467
SATURDAY, OCT. 11th
1:00PM 2025 LONG ISLAND COLUMBUS DAY PARADE AND ITALIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The Town of Babylon is proud to host the 2025 Long Island Columbus Day Parade and Italian Heritage Festival. Presented by the New York State Grand Lodge of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America. Following the parade, the celebration continues with the Post-Columbus Day Italian Heritage and Culture Family Festival at the Constantino Brumidi Lodge #2211 in Deer Park, from 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Free parking available on Lake Avenue (across from Deer Park Fire Department) with shuttle service to the Lodge, plus street parking nearby.
1:00PM-6:00PM ANNUAL BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER
Division 2 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians will be hosting its annual Breast Cancer Fundraiser, at the Irish Cultural Center in Babylon Village. This event supports two vital community organizations - the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition and the West Islip Breast Cancer Coalition - which provide direct
assistance to local individuals and families affected by this devastating disease. This is a 100% volunteerled event, and every dollar raised goes directly to these two frontline organizations. For more information, please call Ron Rice, Event Chairman, 631-335-7191 Email: ronrice107@gmail.com, Lucinda Lauro-Rooney, Event CoChair, Email: Lucindadiv2@gmail. com
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 15th
7:00PM-9:00PM
THE DEVIL IN NEW YORKTHE WITCHCRAFT TRIAL OF GOODY GARLICK
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will host Tara Rider and her presentation "The Devil in New York - The Witchcraft Trial of Goody Garlick". Years before the 1692 Salem witch hunts began, accusations ran rampant. The program will be held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave. Free and open to the public. For more information on this, our 2026 Holiday House Tour or to become a member, visit www. isliphamlethistory.org, or call 631559-2915
SATURDAY, OCT. 18th
10:00AM-3:00PM
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH
THRIFT SHOP / YARD SALE
(Rain or Shine) Thrift Shop Special Event “Pack A Bag” ($5.00) many new items in all categories, Rent A Table - $25.00. 305 Carll’s Path in Deer Park. For more information, please call 631-242-7530
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Seaford Kindergartners Begin A Self-Care Journey
The ABC’s and 123’s are an essential part of the kindergarten curriculum and in Jackie Mitchell’s classroom at Seaford Harbor Elementary School, so is emotional intelligence. Social and emotional learning is part of the daily routine, and there are various resources to support her students. Each morning as Ms. Mitchell welcomes her young learners, they can choose from several different greetings ranging from a hug to a silly face to a dance move. She wants them to start the day off on a positive note.
At the affirmation mirror, students are encouraged to look at themselves and say a positive statement, such as “I am smart” or “I am kind.” There are several sayings around the mirror to pick from, or they can choose one of their own. On the other side of the
Liliana Illuzzi shows the calming boat that is filled with tools to help students relax and refocus. Photo courtesy of the Seaford School District
room is the calming boat, where students can go if they need a break or to work out their feelings. It includes stuffed animals, emotion cards and books.
“We go through a lot of emotions in kindergarten,”
Ms. Mitchell said, adding that negative emotions are a hindrance to learning. “I want students to feel comfortable with themselves and love coming to school every day.”
Saladino Invites Residents
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.
Town Partners With Community Group To Collect Peanut Butter
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Tom Hand announce that the Town will once again partner with the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club to host a Peanut Butter Collection Drive to help replenish local food pantries. Beginning October 1st, residents are invited to donate new, unopened and sealed peanut butter to help support local families in need. Drop-off containers are located at Town Halls North and South, as well as at the Town Ice Skating Center. Alternative butters, including sun butters, almond butters and cookie butters, as well as jelly, are also accepted.
“We are proud to once again partner with this great organization to help ‘spread the love’ and stock local food pantry
shelves with this very popular product,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Peanut butter is among the most highly requested food items at local food banks as it has a long shelf life, provides many nutrients and doesn’t require refrigeration. We thank the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club for again putting our local communities first with this wonderful initiative.”
The Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club mission is to provide and encourage involvement in education, charitable and social programs for the men of local communities, and to support the local and wider community with activities and contributions.
“The Massapequa-Farmingdale Men’s Club has been assisting members of local
communities and foodbanks for several years, and we’re thrilled to partner with them on such initiatives,” said Councilman Hand.
The Peanut Butter Collection Drive will run through November 15th. Drop off bins are located during regular business hours at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa) and the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage).
“Our organization works tirelessly to help the local and greater community, and we wouldn’t have the success we have without great partners in government like the Town of Oyster Bay,” said Tom
Sabellico, president and founder of the Men’s Club. “This very popular food drive is appreciated by many food banks, who have expressed they particularly like peanut butter thanks to it being easy to use, it keeps a long time, provides a variety of nutrients, is high in protection and is enjoyed by all age groups.”
For more information about the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club and their mission, visit www. massapequafarmingdalemensclub.com. For more information about the Peanut Butter Collection Drive and other Town programs, visit the Town’s website at www.oyster baytown.com or call (516) 624-6380.
Check-in starts at 9:00 a.m. behind the Village Gaz ebo (Cost is $1 5 p er do g en try in S how)
T he Runway Show (Costume Contest) begins at 10:00 a.m. ends 11:30 a.m.
Pet-related Vendors open at 10:00 a.m. end at 2:00 p.m.
D oggie Costu me Contest
1st, 2nd, a nd 3rd pl ace p rizes f or bes t cos tume
(W he ther it be the scariest, most p atriotic, o r a ny ot her int erest)
Blessing of the Dogs at the Villag e Green
All p articip an ts w ill receive a Goodie B ag, Participation Trophy, and Free Ice C ream, all valued above $30.00
There w ill also b e R a es Prizes galore
Proceeds go toward high school scholarships, Farmingdale community service projects, the ght against animal abuse, and the Farmingdale Breakfast Rotary Club
To reg ister your dog(s): Scan the QR Code or E-mail Kathy Firetog at cra zykats@o pto nline.n et
