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At Catholic Health, we pursue the very best in health care for one reason only: you. Every single one of you that walks through our doors, every day. So, while we’re honored by this recognition, we also know there’s no finish line in health care. There’s always a new goal just over the horizon, and a new level of excellence for us to achieve for the health of Long Island.
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APRIL HAPPENINGS
THURS., APRIL 24th
1:45PM–7:30PM
BLOOD DRIVE
Levittown Fire Department with Senator Steve Rhoads 120 Gardiners Avenue, Levittown
Follow the link to schedule an appointment: https://Donate. nybc.org/Donor/Schedules/ Drive_schedule/323184 or call 1-800 933-BLOOD. For more information, or help scheduling an appointment, please contact Ron Hlawaty at ronhlawaty@yahoo.com or Jodie Behrens email resqchick048@gmail. com. Appointments Preferred. Walk-Ins Welcome!
5:30PM-10:45pm
BENEFIT CONCERT DINNER
LIU Post's student-run radio station, The Wave, is holding an event that's open to the public to raise money for the Save The Music Foundation. Location: Long Island University Post Campus, Winnick Dining Hall(Lower level). Purchase tickets at bio@ thesoundofliu on Instagram - 100% of the proceeds go to the Save The Music Foundation. For more information, please contact: Avery Cochikas 516965-5133 Avyerini.Cochikas@my.liu. edu
6:30PM A NIGHT IN MONTE CARLO
The Heritage Club in Farmingdale is hosting a A Night in Monte Carlo. Cocktail reception, followed by an elegant buffet dinner and extensive Viennese display. The event will feature casino gaming, raffle prizes and art pieces available for purchase
HOLIDAYS
12th - PASSOVER BEGINS
15th - TAXES DUE
20th - EASTER
22nd - EARTH DAY
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 info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
and created by UCP-LI artists. Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island! To purchase tickets, please visit https://specialevents. ucp-li.org/2025MonteCarlo. For more information, please contact cschramm@ucp-li.org | 631-232-0011 ext. 450
SAT., APRIL 26th
10:00AM
ANNUAL ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION
The community is invited to the annual Arbor Day Celebration in Amityville at the corner of South Bayview Ave. and Bayview Pl. in Amityville. (south of Merrick Road). Get educational information on tree planting and maintenance and celebrate the day with a tree planting to beautify the open space known as The Mary Carroll Marsden Community Garden.
SUN., APRIL 27th
11:00AM-3:00PM
DOGGIE GARAGE SALE
Volunteers of Babylon Doggie Garage Sale. 691 S 9th St. in Lindenhurst. Lots of pet related items for dog, cats, guinea, pigs, and even reptiles. All proceeds support the residents of Babylon Animal Shelter. For more information: Babylonvolunteers@ gmail.com or call 516-606-5369
11:00AM-4:00PM
L.I.’S LARGEST CAR SHOW RETURNS
TO TOBAY BEACH
Long Island’s largest and most premier car show experience returns to TOBAY Beach. “Car Show Long Island” features hundreds of
FUEL OIL
automobiles, trucks, military vehicles, and emergency service vehicles. A live concert performed by That 70’s Band will take place day, followed by trophy presentations. The event is free for spectators. Grab a bite to eat from the food truck corral, and also check out numerous vendors and displays. A rain date of Saturday, May 3rd has been arranged. For more information, visit www.carshowli.com, call (516) 797-4121 or e-mail carshowli@ oysterbay-ny.gov.
2:00PM-4:00PM BOOK PRESENTATION
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet presents Robert Viagas's presentation of his book "Right This Way: A History of the Audience". The program covers a pop history of audiences through the ages - everything from the ancient Greeks, Lincoln's assassination, history of applause (and booing), group reactions at sports events up to and including binge-watching TV - what the audience experience brings us and how it may evolve in the 2020's. At the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 631-559-2915, www.isliphamlethistory.org.
MON, APRIL 28th
6:00PM PSYCHIC DINNER
Brunello Italian Kitchen, 1945 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park. One on One Psychic Reading, 3 Course Meal. Reservations required. For more information, please call Diane 516-6396903 or @ empoweredpathexpos
The Argyle Theatre (Mark and Dylan Perlman, Executive Producers & Managing Partners; Evan Pappas, Artistic Director), Long Island’s largest year-round professional theatrical venue, will present the Tony Award winning musical Fiddler on the Roof directed by Evan Pappas and choreographed by Debbie Roshe with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. It will begin performances on April 24 and run through June 15. The opening night will be celebrated on Saturday, April 26 2025, at 7:30 PM.
Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964 Fiddler on the Roof is the brainchild of Broadway legends Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince; songwriters Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick; and book writer Joseph Stein. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon.
The cast includes Danny Rothman (Sweeney Todd, Broadway) as Tevye, Deb Radloff (Caucasian Chalk Circle, Off-Bway, Bye Bye Birdie, Argyle) as Golde, Samantha Tullie (Jersey Boys, Argyle) as Tzeitel, Jojo Minasi (A Christmas Carol the Musical, Argyle) as Motel, Sarah Milnamow (Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, National Tour) as Hodel, Harry Simon Orenstein (Sweeney Todd, Regional) as Perchik, Natalie Shaw (Mean Girls, National Tour) as Chava, Neil Devlin (White Christmas, Regional) as Fyedka, Annie Rubi (Jersey Boys, Argyle), Amanda Bruton (The Addams Family Musical,
International Tour) as Yente, Joseph Pyfferoen (A Year with Frog and Toad, Regional) as Lazar Wolf, with Carlyn Barenholtz (Disney Wonder), Zack Blumenstyk (Spring Awakening, Regional), Richard Brundage (Uncle Vanya, NYC), Jordan Bunshaft (West Side Story, Argyle), John Cavaseno (West Side Story, Newsies, Regional), Chris
External Diploma Program
The National External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a high school equivalency diploma without the challenge of taking lengthy
timed examinations. NEDP, is a competency based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home. Successful candidates for NEDP include former ESL students, students who
have been out of school for prolonged periods of time, or students who fare better without the structure of tests. This program is an alternative to other programs.
Anyone interested should call Western Suffolk BOCES to meet with a counselor. Call 667-6000, Ext. 327 to register.
Save Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program is encouraging homeowners to find and fix leaks to save more than 10 percent on utility bills now and help save water for future generations. For more information and tips about how to save water, visit www. epa.gov/water sense.
Donovan (Hairspray, Regional), Laura Elizabeth Flanagan (Annie, National Tour), Eric Frederich (Into the Woods, Regional) Meredith Heller (A Christmas Carol the Musical, Argyle), Coulby Jenkins (Rock of Ages, Regional), Carly Meyer (Trevor The Musical, World Premiere), Anna Polyachenko (Blippi Join the Band, National Tour), John Ray (A Christmas Carol the Musical Argyle), Sam Sommer (The Addams Family, Regional), Ciaran Welch (White Christmas, Cats, Regional).
The creative team also includes Set Design by James Rotondo, Lighting Design by Christopher Chambers, Costume Design by Amanda Scanze, Sound Design by Kimberly O’Loughlin, Wig, Hair, and Make-up Design by Samantha Naso, Assistant Production Manager and Props Design by Callie Hester, Co-Choreographer is Saki Masuda, Assistant Scenic Designer is Hayley Wallenfeldt, Music Coordinator is Russell Brown, Production Stage Manager is Daniel Vaughn, Assistant Stage Manager is Gabrielle P. Guagenti, Production Manager/Technical Director is Michael Kauffman, The Casting Director is Michael Cassara, CSA.
Tickets may be purchased online at www.argyletheatre. com or call 631-230-3500.
Fiddler will play Wednesday & Thursday at 7 PM, Friday & Saturday at 7:30 PM, Saturday afternoons at 2:30 PM, and Sunday afternoons at 2:00 PM. Check the website for the holiday schedule at www.ArgyleTheatre.com.
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
2025 MEMBERSHIP MEETING SCHEDULE
Thursday, May 1, 2025 (April & May Meetings), 9 AM: The Piermont - Volunteers who can stay after this quick meeting to help set up for the Annual Basket Raffle Auction would be very much appreciated!
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 6 PM: The Never Ending Story Book Store
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 9 AM: Positions Dance Studio
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 6 PM: TBD
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 9 AM: TBD
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6 PM: TBD
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 9 AM: TBD
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6 PM: TBD
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION
BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Babylon Union Free School District of the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County New York, will be held in the library of the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York in said District on May 12, 2025 at 7:30 p.m., prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items.
1. To present to the voters a detailed statement (proposed budget) of the amount of money which will be required for the 2025-2026 school year.
2. To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the election to be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, as hereinafter set forth.
3. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said vote and election will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 6:00 a.m., prevailing time, at the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, at which time the polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to vote by voting machines upon the following items:
1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2025-2026 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.
2. To elect two (2) members of the Board of Education of said School District for a three (3) year term commencing on July 1, 2025 and expiring on June 30, 2028.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education of the Babylon Union Free School District shall be filed with the District Clerk of said School District at the District Clerk’s office, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, not later than April 21, 2025 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., prevailing time. All nominating petitions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of
the candidate. Vacancies on the Board of Education shall not be considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Voters may register on any school day prior May 8, 2025, at the Office of the District Clerk, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the registers to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such registers provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared, and that the registers so prepared pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections of Suffolk County will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk of the School District, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on weekdays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on and after May 15, 2025, and Saturday by pre-arranged appointment, except Sunday;
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law §2014, the Board of Registration shall meet on May 20, 2025, at the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2026, and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is
prepared.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 631-893-7923 for information about accessibility.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 12, 2025, public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website https://www.babylon. k12.ny.us/, at the Babylon Public Library located at 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY during its normal hours of operation, at the School District Administrative Center, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at each of the following school buildings in which school is maintained between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays:
Babylon Elementary School, Babylon Babylon Memorial Grade School, Babylon Babylon Junior-Senior High School, Babylon
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school
business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 21, 2025. In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018a and 2018-e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after May 15, 2025, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on May 17, 2025, by advanced appointment by contacting the District Clerk at 631-8937923 and on May 20, 2025, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on election day.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Babylon Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Babylon Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and return such military ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must
be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on April 24, 2025. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York along with the required signed affidavit by the voter.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 20, 2025, showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025, and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035, any referenda or propositions to change the number of Board of Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on March 21, 2025. Any other petition, except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election, must be filed with the District Clerk at the 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, no later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time on April 21, 2025. All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least seventyfour (74) qualified voters of the District (74 representing 10% of the number of voters in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote
and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 631-893-7923
Linda McGarvey
District Clerk of the Board of Education Babylon Union Free School District 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York
AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN DE PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DISTRITO ESCOLAR BABYLON UNION FREE CIUDAD DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
POR LA PRESENTE SE AVISA, que se convocará una audiencia pública de votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free, ciudad de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, a llevarse a cabo en la biblioteca de la Escuela Secundaria Junior-Senior Babylon, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, en dicho distrito el lunes 12 de mayo de 2025, a las 7:30 p.m., hora vigente, para la transacción de asuntos como lo autoriza la Ley de Educación, incluyendo los siguientes ítems:
1. Presentar a los votantes una declaración detallada (presupuesto propuesto) de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año fiscal 2025-2026.
2. A tratar todos los ítems aquí establecidos, para ser votados por máquina de votación, en las elecciones que se celebrarán el 20 de mayo de 2025, como se indica a continuación.
3. Para tramitar cualquier otro asunto que pueda presentarse adecuadamente en la reunión Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que la votación anual y elección se llevará a cabo el martes 20 de mayo de 2025, a las 6:00 a.m., hora vigente, en la Escuela Secundaria Junior-Senior Babylon, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, horario entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. durante el cual se abrirán los lugares de votación para votar mediante máquinas de votación por los siguientes asuntos:
1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 20252026 y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito.
2. Elegir dos (2) miembros de la Junta de Educación de dicho Distrito Escolar por un término de tres (3) años que comenzará el 1 de julio de 2025 y terminará el 30 de junio de 2028.
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ANTIPASTO (Choose one)
•Hand Made Mozzarella Caprese
•Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (35-40 Pieces)
• Traditional Antipasto Platter
FIRST COURSE (Choose one)
•Penne alla Vodka
•Farfalle Primavera
•Baked Ziti
•Stuffed Shells
• Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage
MAIN COURSE
(Choose one)
• Pan-seared Norwegian Salmon with Seasonal Sautéed Veggies
•Chicken Marsala
•Chicken Francese
•Eggplant Parmigiana
•Pork Chop Caprese
•Steak Pizzaiola
SALAD (Choose one)
• Spinach & Goat Cheese
•Giardinastro
•Garden
•Caesar
DESSERT (Choose one)
•Fresh Fruit Bowl
•10 Large Cannoli
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Babylon Schools Select New Director Of Special Education
The Babylon Union Free School District has appointed Daria Hagemeyer as its new Director of Special Education. Ms. Hagemeyer previously served as the assistant director of special Education at the Riverhead Central School District. She succeeds Dr. Angela Austin, who has been serving as acting director of special education on a temporary basis for the 2024-2025 school year.
Bringing more than 20 years of experience in special education, Daria Hagemeyer has a strong background in program development, student services, and staff support. At Riverhead, she supervised and coordinated the delivery of special education services, developed districtwide policies, and facilitated professional development for educators. Her previous roles as a special education
facilitator, teacher, and mentor have focused on fostering inclusive learning environments and ensuring students receive the individualized support they need to succeed.
Ms. Hagemeyer holds certifications in students with disabilities, social studies, literacy, and school district leadership. She has also been actively involved in professional
development initiatives, including culturally responsive classrooms, restorative justice practices, and special education compliance.
“We are excited to welcome Ms. Hagemeyer to the Babylon School District,” said Superintendent of Schools Carisa Manza. “During our search for a new Continued On 24
Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que las peticiones para nominar a candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free se deberán presentar a la Secretaria de dicho Distrito Escolar en su oficina, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York a más tardar el 21 de abril de 2025 entre las 9 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente. Todas las peticiones de nominación deben estar firmadas por 25 votantes cualificados (que representan el número mayor de 25 o el 2% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); deben indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y deben indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato o candidata. Las vacantes en la Junta de Educación no se consideran cargos separados y específicos; los candidatos se postulan en general.
Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 o de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha registrado anteriormente de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o especial del distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Toda otra persona que desee votar deberá registrarse. Los votantes pueden registrarse cualquier día escolar antes del 8 de mayo de 2025 en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, entre las 9 a. m. y las 4 p. m., hora vigente, para agregar nombres adicionales a los registros que se usarán en la elección antes mencionada, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se coloque en dichos registros siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que en ese momento o en lo sucesivo tiene derecho a votar en dicha audiencia pública o elección para la cual se preparen dichos registros, y que los registros preparados de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk se archivarán en la Oficina de la Secretario del Distrito del Distrito Escolar, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva
York, y estarán abiertos para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito los días de semana entre las horas de 9:00 a.m. y 4:00 p.m., hora vigente, el día 15 de mayo de 2025 y después, y los sábados con cita previa, excepto el domingo;
Y POR LA PRESENTE
ADEMÁS SE AVISA que en virtud de la Ley de Educación del estado de Nueva York §2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el martes 20 de mayo de 2025 en la Escuela Secundaria Babylon JuniorSenior, Babylon, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, para preparar el registro del distrito escolar que se usará en las elecciones que se celebrarán en el año 2026 y las reuniones especiales de distrito que puedan realizarse después de la preparación de dicho registro, momento en el cual toda persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se ponga en dicho registro siempre que en dicha reunión de la mencionada Junta de Registro él es conocido o comprobado a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que luego o a partir de entonces tendrá derecho a votar en la reunión escolar o elección para la cual dicho registro está preparado.
Y POR LA PRESENTE
ADEMÁS SE AVISA que los votantes cualificados con discapacidades que soliciten información sobre el acceso a los centros de votación pueden, antes del día de la votación, comunicarse con la Secretaria de Distrito al 631-893-7923 para obtener información sobre la accesibilidad.
Y POR LA PRESENTE
ADEMÁS SE AVISA que a partir de los siete (7) días inmediatamente anteriores a la audiencia de presupuesto público del 12 de mayo de 2025, cualquier residente del Distrito puede solicitar revisar una copia del presupuesto propuesto presentándose en la Oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito, en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. Además, cualquier residente del Distrito puede obtener una declaración de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha elección en el sitio web del distrito escolar https://www.babylon.k12. ny.us/, en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon ubicada en 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY durante su horario normal de operación, en el Centro Administrativo del Distrito Escolar, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y en cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares en los que se mantiene la escuela entre las 9 a.m. y las 4 p.m., hora vigente, excepto sábados, domingos y feriados:
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Babylon Memorial, Babylon Escuela Secundaria Babylon Junior-Senior, Babylon Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que, de conformidad con la Sección 495 de la Ley del Impuesto a la Propiedad, el Distrito Escolar debe adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención. Dicho informe de exención que también formará parte del presupuesto final mostrará qué parte del valor tasado total en la lista de evaluación final usada en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumerará cada tipo de exención otorgada, identificada por la autoridad legal. y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un monto en dólares del valor tasado o como un porcentaje del valor tasado total en la lista; (b) el monto acumulativo que se espera recibir de los destinatarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas. Se publicará el informe de la exención en carteleras de anuncios mantenidas por el distrito para avisos públicos y en todo sitio web mantenido por el Distrito.
Y POR LA PRESENTE
ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que las solicitudes de boletas de voto en ausencia y de votación anticipada por correo se podrán obtener durante el horario escolar en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito a partir del 21 de abril de 2025. De acuerdo con la Ley de Educación, secciones 2018a y 2018-e, la Secretaria del Distrito no puede recibir las solicitudes completadas de boleta de voto en ausencia y de votación anticipada por correo más temprano de los (30) días antes de la elección, y deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta se va a enviar por correo al votante o el día antes de la elección, si la boleta debe entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de boleta de voto en ausencia o de votación anticipada por correo. Las boletas de voto en ausencia y de votación anticipada por correo deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito a más tardar el martes 20 de mayo de 2025 a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente.
Una lista de las personas a las que se les habrán emitido boletas de voto en ausencia, y una lista de todas las personas a las que se les han emitido boletas de votación anticipada por correo, estará disponible para los votantes cualificados del Distrito para su inspección en la Oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito a partir del 15 de mayo de 2025 entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes
antes del día establecido para la elección anual y el 17 de mayo de 2025, mediante cita anticipada poniéndose en contacto con la Secretaria de Distrito al 631-893-7923 y el 20 de mayo de 2025, el día fijado para las elecciones. Cualquier votante cualificado, después de revisar dicha lista, puede presentar una impugnación por escrito de la cualificación de cualquiera de los votantes cuyo nombre aparezca en dicha lista, expresando los motivos para dicha impugnación. La secretaria del Distrito o persona designada por la Junta de Educación deberá transmitir toda impugnación escrita a los inspectores de elección el día de las elecciones.
Y POR LA PRESENTE
ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que los votantes militares que no están registrados actualmente pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de registro a la Secretaria del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com o fax enviado al 631-8937935. El pedido de solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud para registro de votante militar deben recibirse en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 de la tarde el 24 de abril de 2025.
Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que los votantes militares que son votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free pueden solicitar una solicitud para una boleta militar de la Secretaria del Distrito y devolver dicha solicitud de boleta militar a la Secretaria del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a lmcgarvey@ babylonufsd.com o fax enviado al 631-893-7935. Para que un votante militar reciba una boleta militar, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta militar válida en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito no más tarde de las 5:00 p.m. del día 24 de abril de 2025. Las solicitudes de boletas de voto militar recibidas de acuerdo con lo anterior se procesarán de la misma manera que las solicitudes de boletas de voto no militar según la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta de voto militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibirla por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de boleta militar y la boleta militar de un votante militar deben devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, junto con la declaración jurada requerida firmada por el votante.
Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que las boletas de voto militar se examinarán si la Secretaria del Distrito las recibe antes del cierre de los centros de votación el 20 de mayo de 2025 y muestran una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o muestran un endoso fechado de recibo por parte de otra agencia del gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o son recibidas a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del día 20 de mayo de 2025 y son firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección.
Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que, de conformidad con una norma adoptada por el Consejo de Educación de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2035, cualquier referéndum o propuesta para cambiar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o cualquier emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o
cualquier otra petición que la ley exija que figure en el aviso de Reunión Anual y Elección debe presentarse ante la Secretaria del Distrito en 50 North Ridge St., Rye Brook, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el día 21 de marzo de 2025. Cualquier otra petición, excepto aquellas peticiones que la ley requiere que se indiquen en el Aviso de Reunión Anual y Elección, debe presentarse ante la Secretaria del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el día 21 de abril de 2025. Todas estas peticiones deben estar mecanografiadas o impresas en inglés; deben dirigirse a la Secretaria del Distrito Escolar; deben estar firmadas por al menos setenta y cuatro (74) votantes cualificados del distrito (74 representando el 10% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); y deben indicar de manera legible el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no admitirá ninguna petición para
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Recipe Of The Week: Pasta Primavera
Warmweather, blue skies and time spent outdoors are hallmarks of spring. Springtime is a season of rebirth and renewal. That’s evidenced by budding trees and the return of frolicking animals. Spring also can be a time to refresh meal-making. Now is the time to trade in those hearty, filling dishes that are perfect for cold winter nights for lighter fare. Recipes like “Pasta Primavera” from “Seasoned America” (William Morrow and Company, Inc.) by Chef Paul Prudhomme can be brought out in spring and enjoyed throughout the warmer seasons. In Italian, “primavera” means “spring,” making this classic, vegetable-infused pasta dish a favorite this time of year. The vegetable inclusions below can be switched out for your own favorite produce as well.
Makes about 8 cups
Seasoning Mix:
2 1/2 teaspoon dried sweet basil leaves
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup thin strips prosciutto
Directions:
2 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup sliced carrots (cut on the diagonal)
2 cups sliced zucchini
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 cup asparagus tips or 3/4 cups snow peas
1 cup chopped green onions
2 cups heavy cream
9 ounces of your favorite pasta
Combine the seasoning mix ingredients thoroughly in a small bowl.
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat. When oil is very hot, add the prosciutto, cauliflower, mushrooms, carrots, and zucchini. Add the butter and, as it melts, stir in the garlic and the seasoning mix. Stir in asparagus tips or snow peas and green onions. Stir well and cook just until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the cream and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium and cook until the sauce has thickened a bit, about 3 minutes.
Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, toss well and remove from the heat. Serve immediately.
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propuesta o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.
Y POR LA PRESENTE
ADEMÁS SE AVISA que aquellos votantes que busquen información sobre esta Votación del presupuesto y Elección en español deben comunicarse con la Oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito al 631-893-7923. Linda McGarvey
Secretaria de Distrito de la Junta de Educación
Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York
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ADULT PROGRAMS
Classic Film Club: The Heiress Wednesday, April 23, 5:30pm – 7:30pm Watch and discuss the film The Heiress (1949). Starring Olivia de Havilland (in her Oscar winning role), Montgomery Clift and Ralph Richardson, The Heiress is an unforgettable and powerful story of a shy young woman who falls in love with a handsome young man despite the objections of her emotionally abusive father who suspects the man of being a fortune hunter. Running time 115 minutes. No registration necessary.
Spring Bingo!
Thursday, April 24, 2:00pm – 3:00pm Celebrate Spring with a few rounds of Bingo! Adults only, please. Registration for nonBabylon patrons begins 3/17.
Ticks – All You Need to Know!
Monday, April 28, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Medical Entomologist Dr. Scott Campbell, Chief of the Arthropod-Borne Disease Lab at Suffolk County’s Department of Health Services, and a member of the Scientific Advisory Panel of the Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, will discuss the
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medically important tick species on Long Island, their biology, habitat, the pathogens they transmit, and the best strategies to prevent tick bites in adults and children. This program is sponsored jointly by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services and the Tick Resource Center at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital. All attendees will receive a free tick removal kit and a tick disease handbook. There will be ample time for Q & A. Please register for this program.
Electric Vehicles 101 Thursday, May 1, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Thinking of buying or leasing an electric vehicle? Join Drive Electric LI to learn the basics about electric vehicles, with the opportunity to ask current EV owners why they chose to go electric and what it’s really like to drive an EV. Please register for this program.
The Day Trippers: A Beatles Tribute Band Sunday, May 4, 2:00pm – 3:30pm Join us for a celebration of The Fab Four with The Day Trippers, playing music by The Beatles from 19621970. Please register for this event. This concert is part of Babylon Library’s Spring Concert Series sponsored by the Friends of Babylon Public Library, the Babylon Village Arts Council and partially funded through Suffolk County.
One-on-One Medicare Counseling Monday, May 5, 10:00am – 12:00pm
A representative from Senior Services of North America will be here to assist with your Medicare questions. Please contact the Adult Reference Desk for an appointment time.
Adult Games Mondays, May 5, 12, & 19 1:00pm – 4:00pm
The Community Room is open for library patrons to play games of their own choosing. Patrons must bring their own games. New players are always welcome. Adults only. No registration required.
Stitch & Chat Needlecraft Circle
Tuesday, May 6, 1:00am – 12:30pm
Bring your own needlecraft supplies and projects and enjoy some conversation while you work! Whether you’re into knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or another form of needlecraft, you’re welcome to join us once a month to stitch and chat. No registration required.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teens Minecraft Saturday, April 26, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Bring your own device for Minecrafting fun! Please come with a Microsoft account and username.
Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Teens Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating Take & Make Pick up Monday, May 5 through Friday, May 9 Register to reserve a cookie decorating take & make for Mother’s Day! Grades 6-12. Registration required. *May not be suitable for teens with food allergies.
Teens Dungeons & Dragons Wednesdays, May 7 & 21 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm Join us in the library for Dungeons & Dragons! Build a character, choose your weapons, and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice. New and experienced players welcome! Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Teens Fire Rescue & Emergency Services Presentation with Fire Marshal Ryan and K9 Chuck Thursday, May 8, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meet Fire Marshal Ryan Fischer and K9 Chuck! Learn about the science behind trace evidence collection and fire investigation, as well as careers in the emergency services field. Fire Marshal Ryan will also discuss the opportunities afforded to volunteer emergency service people. K9 Chuck will demonstrate what he does with a meet & greet after! Grades 6-12. Registration required.
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Daria Hagemeyer will officially assume her new role this July.
Photo courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District
Director of Special Education, it quickly became clear that Ms. Hagemeyer’s dedication to student-centered learning and extensive experience in the field will make her a valuable addition to our leadership team.”
How To Mail Packages So They Arrive Safely
(NAPSI)—Sending gifts to friends and family and getting them there intact can be easy, if you heed the tips from the United States Postal Service available online and in “how to” guides on packing, addressing and shipping packages so they arrive safely. Learn more at https:// www.youtube.com/c/ usps.
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State Utilities takes pride in supplying fuel you need to heat your home and/or office to the comfort level you desire. Winter can be long and brutal, and should your burner fail to start it can become a crucial disaster. It is comforting to have full service during this disruption by contacting us by telephone or Email, no matter what the weather outside.
Celebrating 74 years in business, we are grateful to the many generations of loyal customers who have entrusted State Utilities with their interior comfort. Thank you.
