April 23, 2025 Deer Park by Long Island Media Group

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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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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

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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

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

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“Michelle was amazing. Very responsive. Great experience from start to ﬁnish! Michelle explained the process, answered all our questions, coordinated quickly and efﬁciently the whole process between all parties involved. We recommend Michelle to all our friends on Long Island”.

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South Shore Audubon Society Offers Scholarships

The South Shore Audubon Society is offering two $2,000 college scholarships this year: one funded by Evelyn Bishop and her family, and one funded by Jay Koolpix. Each scholarship will be awarded to a different college junior, senior, or graduate student who is taking courses to prepare for a degree in an area of biological or environmental science. This includes wildlife management, forestry, animal behavior, ecology, marine biology, oceanography, mammalogy, ornithology or the field of sustainable and renewable energy.

To be eligible for the Scholarships, applicants must be residents of one of the areas listed at www. ssaudubon.org/areas-weserve.asp and/or attend a college in Nassau or Suffolk County. Previous winners have used their scholarships to help purchase books, to pay for travel expenses to field sites, for specialized equipment or other educational needs. Applications are available at the SSAS website, www.ssaudubon. org, or from the emails listed below. Applications are due by April 30, 2025. They should be emailed to either Betsy Gulotta, betsy.gulotta@ncc. edu, or Betty Borowsky, bborow@optonline.net. For more information and for assistance with application forms, contact Betsy Gulotta or Betty Borowsky at the email addresses above.

‘A Night Of Excellence’ For Deer Park High School’s Honor Societies

Deer Park High School’s memorable “A Night of Excellence” on April 10 featured induction ceremonies for the school’s four academic honor societies. The new members took their oaths with pride, led by Vice President Reza

Zorakhsh for the National English Honor Society, adviser Seth Margolin for the National Social Studies Honor Society, Vice President Hassan Rehman for the National Math Honor Society and Vice President Annabella

Cisneros for the National Science Honor Society. The inductees’ names were read by President Chasity Rolon for English, Margolin for Social Studies, Treasurer Isabelle D’Souza for Math and Secretary Arleen Perez for Science.

Deer Park High School’s memorable “A Night of Excellence” on April 10 featured induction ceremonies for the school’s four academic honor societies. Photos courtesy of Deer Park School District

3 Ways To Celebrate And Enjoy National Parks This Spring

From the geysers of Yellowstone to the lush forests of the Great Smoky Mountains, the country’s more than 400 National Parks are a national treasure. Here are three ways to celebrate and enjoy the parks this spring:

1. Celebrate National Park Week April 19 to April 27. Entrance fees will be waived on April 19 and the National Park Service parks, programs and partners will host events and activities all week. Follow

National Park Week on social media and join the conversation online, or share your experiences, using #NationalParkWeek.

2. Listen to “My Park Story.” On this

podcast, which is hosted by the National Park Service, people share their unique connections to the parks and the National Park Service in their communities.

3. Help preserve the beauty, natural environments and recreational opportunities that the National Parks provide by supporting organizations like the Sierra Club and the National Parks Conservation Association, which are working to guard against the many threats the parks are currently facing. (StatePoint)

Suffolk County Legislator

Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 5th Annual Suffolk County Youth Week Awards, part of the weeklong celebration of young people being held from May 11 through May 17, 2025.

This year’s Youth Week theme is “Overcoming Adversity.” Accordingly, Legislator Donnelly

is asking community members to nominate outstanding youths from the 17th Legislative District who have demonstrated remarkable perseverance by overcoming adversity. Each Suffolk County Legislator will select one young person from their district to honor at the Youth Week Awards Ceremony, which will take place on Monday, May 12 at 6 p.m. at the H. Lee Dennison

Building in Hauppauge. Residents who know a deserving young person are encouraged to submit nominations by contacting Legislator Donnelly’s district office by phone at (631) 854-4433 or by sending an email to InfoDO17@ suffolkcountyny.gov by Monday, April 28 at noon. In addition to the awards, youth throughout the county are encouraged to

participate in this year’s Youth Week community service project: Your Perfect Prom. Donations of veryloved and gently-used formal attire that is appropriate for proms are desired, with a special need for dressy shoes, costume jewelry, handbags, and other prom accessories. Legislator Donnelly’s District Office, located at 590 Nicolls Road, Deer Park, will serve as a drop-

off location for the drive and is acceptiong donations through April 30, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm. Any youth who collects items and brings them to the office will receive community service hours from Legislator Donnelly.

“Now in its fifth year, Youth Week was created through legislative resolution and is a wonderful

opportunity to spotlight the accomplishments, resilience, and community spirit of young people across Suffolk County, and also to engage them in community service,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I know we have so many students who are deserving of getting their moment in the spotlight and I look forward to seeing all of the nominations!”

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