Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board honored Jon Tutku, eighth grader at Berner Middle School in Massapequa, who recently won the New York State Division 1 Wrestling Championship. Jon captured the 101-pound title in Albany, defeating the top three seeds on his way, and becoming the 7th Chief in program history to reach this prestigious achievement.
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George Washington Comes Alive With AI & Interactive Conversations At Raynham Hall Museum
Calling all American history buffs! Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino invites residents to Raynham Hall Museum on Thursday, April 24th, to have a virtual ‘chat’ with our nation’s first president.
“This exciting new technology is just the latest innovation offered to
visitors at Raynham Hall,” said Supervisor Saladino.
“Through this exciting new feature, visitors will experience how artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool for learning.”
Participants will be able to engage in a face-toface ‘conversation’ with George Washington, one
of the most iconic figures in the nation’s history. The unveiling of the ‘Meet George’ feature will take place on Thursday, April 24th, in celebration of the 235th anniversary of George Washington’s tour of Long Island and visit to Oyster Bay. The event takes place from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, free registration is required and available at raynhamhallmuseum.org.
About Raynham Hall Museum
Raynham Hall Museum is the historic home
of Robert Townsend, a central member of George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring. The home was occupied by British officer Lt. Col. John Graves Simcoe during the Revolutionary War. Transformed into a Victorian villa in the 1850s, the house offers two eras of interpretation, both the American Revolution era and preserving a late 19th-century aesthetic. Visit the museum at 30 W Main St, Oyster Bay, NY 11771, call 516922-6808, or visit www. raynhamhallmuseum.org.
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
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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.
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Town Honors Massapequa Middle Schooler For NYS D1 Wrestling Championship Title
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and his colleagues on the Town Board honored Jon Tutku, eighth grader at Berner Middle School in Massapequa, who recently won the New York State Division 1 Wrestling Championship. Jon captured the 101-pound title in Albany, defeating the top three seeds on his way, and becoming the 7th Chief in program history to reach this prestigious achievement.
“This is the first time in more than two decades that the district has had a state wrestling champion. Making this accomplishment even more impressive is that Jon won’t even be in high school until September,” said Supervisor Saladino.
“Your dedication and determination embody the New York spirit of ‘excelsior’ as you continue your path ‘ever upward’ setting a new standard for greatness. Congratulations, Jon!”
NSWCA Elects New 2025 Board
Bethpage Water District Chairman John Coumatos
At a recent meeting of the Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association (NSWCA), the association elected a new board and board president to serve through 2025. The newly elected 2025 NSWCA board includes President John F. Coumatos of the Bethpage Water District; 1st Vice President Michael Mazzola of the Massapequa Water District; 2nd
Vice President Joseph Perry of the South Huntington Water District;
Treasurer Michael J. Kosinski of the Roslyn Water District; and Secretary Scott Greco of the Bethpage Water District.
President Coumatos recognized 2024 NSWCA president and current South Farmingdale Water District Commissioner Ralph Atoria by stating, “As a long-standing member and true
leader in the water industry, Commissioner Atoria has steered our 21-member districts in a positive direction throughout his board tenure. We’re grateful to have had Commissioner Atoria at the helm of our association, and we thank him for his service.”
About Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association (NSWCA): Organized and chartered in
Named
Board President
1981, the Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association (NSWCA) is comprised of water commissioners elected by voters in each of the 21 Nassau County and Suffolk County water districts. The NSWCA is dedicated to promoting environmental excellence and best practices, as well as maintaining the highest standards of water quality and supply. The Nassau Suffolk Water
Commissioners’ Association sponsors regular educational meetings and trainings on topics that include compliance, the environment, security, economics, conservation, sustainability, remediation, water treatment, and aquifer health, among other issues germane to water utilities.
Photos courtesy of Alex Wolff
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President John F. Coumatos of the Bethpage Water District
1st Vice President Michael Mazzola of the Massapequa Water District
2nd Vice President Joseph Perry of the South Huntington Water District
Treasurer Michael J. Kosinski of the Roslyn Water District
Secretary Scott Greco of the Bethpage Water District
April 2025
Dear Fellow Chamber Members and Residents of the Massapequas,
On this day in the midst of Spring, I write with immense pride, re ecting on the incredible success of our Inaugural St. Patrick’s Day Parade last month! Wow! The energy and excitement from the crowd was absolutely spectacular. It was my vision to bring the rst-ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade to our community, and seeing it come to life was truly breathtaking. This event was long overdue, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to see it become a cherished annual tradition. We welcomed over 7,500 attendees, with Chamber businesses and community organizations all marching and participating in this historic celebration. We were honored to have Nassau County Police Department Commissioner Patrick J. Ryder and Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Past President Gary Slavin as our Inaugural Grand Marshals—a truly momentous occasion for our town!
A heartfelt thank you to the family and friends of Massapequa student Connor Kasin, representing the Connor Kasin Memorial Foundation, for joining us in the parade. Connor’s memory lives on in our hearts, and we were proud to have them with us. A special thank you to AMVETS Post 88 for graciously hosting our Grand Marshal & Event Sponsor Breakfast. A huge thank you to our Main Event Sponsor, Embassy Diner, for their incredible support! Their generosity helped make this parade possible, and we encourage everyone to stop by Embassy Diner and experience their exceptional service and delicious food! We are also deeply grateful to all our amazing sponsors who made this event a reality.
A huge thank you to our Parade Chairperson, Past President Keith Wilson, and the entire parade committee and Board of Directors for their tireless efforts in helping me bring this event to life in four short months! We couldn’t have done it without you.
Coming up next is yet another exciting event - our 2nd Annual Taste of Massapequa! On Thursday, April 24th from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, come sample the best of Massapequa’s culinary scene at Wren Kitchens (5500 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa.) For just $30 per person, you’ll enjoy over 30 local restaurants sharing their signature dishes, raffles and prizes to win, and live music and entertainment. We invite all our member restaurants to participate and showcase their culinary expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the local community and promote your business! And to our community, we encourage you to come out and support your favorite local eateries while discovering new avors and favorites!
And the excitement doesn’t stop there! We end our year with the Anthony Ventiera / Patricia Orzano Memorial Annual Massapequa Community Street Festival on Sunday, June 1st at 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM on lower Broadway in Massapequa! Vendor spaces are lling up quickly - don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to showcase your business! Reach out to secure your spot! Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready to make some unforgettable memories!
Before I close this message, I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for your unwavering support. Your enthusiasm and participation have been instrumental in making our Chamber a thriving hub of community activity. From our dedicated members and Board, to our amazing sponsors and residents, every contribution has played a vital role in our journey. We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve this community and look forward to continuing our mission to foster connection, promote local businesses, and celebrate the spirit of Massapequa.
Wishing you and yours a very happy and healthy Passover and Easter - may your celebrations be lled with joy and good company!
Robin Hepworth President, Massapequa Chamber of Commerce
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Recipe Of The Week: Pasta Primavera
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weather, 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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Lockhart’s Future Music Makers Awed By The Possibilities
It was a music meet and greet for third graders at Lockhart Elementary School in the Massapequa School District, who next year can join instrumental and vocal ensembles.
Following the morning Advanced Concert on
April 3, which featured performances by the fifth grade band, chorus and orchestra, third graders soon learned how they can be up on that stage.
Band teacher Nicole Boyle passed around several instruments from
the brass and woodwind families that students can play beginning in fourth grade. They got to handle clarinets, flutes, trumpets and more. Students can also join the percussion section, and have become familiar with those
instruments over the past few years in general music classes.
For orchestra, teacher Alison Pearl showcased the bass, cello, viola and violin. She explained that when deciding on an instrument to play, the hands-on
experience is important because students often make the selection based on what feels right.
General music teacher Kathleen Dyckman encouraged the students to join the chorus as well, as they are allowed
to both sing and play an instrument. She noted that most members of Lockhart’s fifth grade band and orchestra are also members of the chorus.
Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Lockhart Elementary School band teacher Nicole Boyle passed out brass instruments for third graders to explore during an instrument meet and greet.
Orchestra teacher Alison Pearl walked around with the bass and cello, which Aiden Orbach, left, and Marcus Spinelli got to try.
Town Hiring Basketball Coaches & Referees For Summer Program
Oyster Bay Town
Councilwoman Laura Maier announced that the Town is looking for experienced basketball coaches and referees for the Summer Youth Basketball Program, designed for boys and girls in 3rd through 8th grade.
“This is a great opportunity for basketball enthusiasts to have some fun over the summer while making a positive impact on the youth in our community,” said Councilwoman Maier.
“Coaches can start as young as age 16, allowing them to
have a meaningful summer job while receiving handson experience and making a difference.”
All coaches must have a minimum of two years’ experience playing basketball and/ or coaching a prior team. All referees must have at least two years’ experience in refereeing basketball games. Coaches must be available to coach at least one game per week, as well as one practice per week. Coaches will be given the opportunity to set up practice at a time that works best for themselves
and their team.
The basketball program will run Monday, June 16th through Thursday, August 13th (final two weeks are allotted for any necessary makeups) and evaluations will begin June 7th. The program will run at Haypath Park in Old Bethpage, Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Park and Syosset-Woodbury Community Park. For more information, prospective applicants should contact the Town’s Department of Parks, Recreation Division, at (516) 797-7945.
Free Musical Performances At Local Libraries
Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Laura Maier announced today that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through May 2025 with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.
“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilwoman Maier. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”
Scheduled performances for April and May include:
City Stars Orchestra on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:30 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – A Treasury of Great Songs that audiences love to hear!
Lady Blue Saxophone Quartet on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Syosset Public Library – Their dynamic and entertaining repertoire includes jazz, blues, Latin, ragtime, swing, classical, contemporary popular music and more! Open to all. Free tickets required. Tickets available at the
library beginning April 10th. Visit https://syosset. librarycalendar.com/ events/month and select the date of the concert to register.
The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call (516) 797-7900 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ CAPA.
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Raynham Hall Museum Receives Highest National Recognition By American Alliance Of Museums
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that Raynham Hall Museum has achieved reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. All accredited museums must undergo a reaccreditation review at least every 10 years to maintain accredited status. Raynham Hall has been accredited since 1991.
“We congratulate the great work of everyone at Raynham Hall to achieve this wonderful recognition, which acknowledges its commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards, and continued institutional improvement,” said
Supervisor Saladino. “Raynham Hall is one of only 68 museums accredited in New York State and the only historic house museum on Long Island to achieve such status.”
Accreditation is a very rigorous but highly rewarding process that examines all aspects of a museum’s operations.
To earn accreditation, a museum first must conduct a year of self-study and then undergo a site visit by a team of peer reviewers. AAM’s Accreditation Commission, an independent and autonomous body of museum professionals, considers the self-study and visiting committee report to determine whether a museum should receive accreditation. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently accredited.
“We are so proud that
Raynham Hall Museum has, for the fifth time, achieved accreditation,” enthused Executive Director Harriet Gerard Clark. “Board leadership has been indispensable to this effort, especially Kay Hutchins Sato, chair
of our Reaccreditation Committee, and Dean Yoder, our Board president.”
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About Raynham Hall Museum
Raynham Hall Museum was the home of Robert Townsend, a central member of George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring. The home was occupied for months at a time by British officer Lt. Col. John Graves Simcoe during the Revolutionary War. Transformed into a Victorian villa in the 1850s, the house offers two eras of interpretation, with the front of the house showcasing the colonial period of the Revolution, and the back of the house preserving a late 19th century Victorian aesthetic. Raynham Hall Museum is open every day except Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and located at 30 West Main Street in Oyster Bay; 516-922-6808; raynhamhallmuseum.org.
