April 2, 2025 Babylon by Long Island Media Group

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ADULT PROGRAMS

Suffolk County Community College Information Table

Thursday, April 3, 2:30pm – 5:30pm

A representative from Suffolk County Community College will be here to discuss the majors and

programs they offer. Be sure to come prepared with any questions you may have! This is an information table, so no registration is required.

Fashion in Film

Saturday, April 5, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join Marsha Collock for a look at how Hollywood’s greatest costume designers influenced the world of fashion from the 1920s

through the 1960s. From Adrian and Orry Kelly to Edith Head and Oleg Cassini, film has often been at the forefront of fashion trends, not to mention a creator of beautiful and memorable wearable works of art. We will examine the work of the great costume designers and their unforgettable creations. Please register for this program.

Take the ‘A’ Train: A Tribute to Duke Ellington Sunday, April 6, 2:00pm – 3:30pm

An enjoyable afternoon of the music of Duke Ellington will be presented by composer/pianist Paul Joseph and his jazz trio. You’ll hear inspiring instrumental jazz renditions of classics such as “Satin Doll”, “In A Sentimental Mood”, and of course “Take the “A” Train”, as well as many other favorites. This concert is part of Babylon Library’s Spring Concert Continued On 7

BHS Students Become Teachers For A Day

Members of Babylon Junior-Senior High School’s Science National Honor Society (SNHS) recently visited Babylon Memorial Grade School to teach fifth-grade students a hands-on lesson titled “Air Really Matters.” Part of the Next Generation Science curriculum, the handson lesson allowed young learners to explore the characteristics of matter while the visit provided high school students with the opportunity to step into the role of educators, showcasing their creativity and leadership skills.

The idea for the

collaboration originated during a K-12 science curriculum committee meeting, where SNHS advisor Ashley Jones saw an opportunity to combine leadership development for high school students with an enriching science experience for younger learners. The high school students planned and implemented the lesson, ensuring all fifth graders were both challenged and supported, regardless of their ability levels. The impact of the lesson was evident as fifth graders enthusiastically participated in the activities

and later expressed their gratitude through thankyou cards.

“Ms. Jones played a pivotal role in organizing and preparing for the event, ensuring its success,” said Dr. Marissa Scholl, director of science and technology at the high school. “This collaboration not only deepened the fifth graders’ understanding of science but also empowered the high school students to develop leadership skills in a meaningful and impactful way.”

Photos courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District

Members of Babylon Junior-Senior High School’s Science National Honor Society recently visited Babylon Memorial Grade School to teach fifth-grade students a science lesson.

The visit gave the high schoolers the opportunity to become educators for a day and showcase leadership skills.

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Series sponsored by the Friends of Babylon Public Library. Please register for this event.

Free Health Screenings

Monday, April 7,

10:00am – 2:00pm

The Catholic Health Services Community Outreach Bus will be at Babylon Library from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm to offer health screenings. They provide blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index and

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glucose screenings, along with patient education and referrals to care. Catholic Health Services does not ask individuals about immigration status, insurance is not required and there are no fees. No appointments are necessary.

Adult Games

Mondays, April 7, 14, 21, & 28

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.

Chef Rob’s BBQ Chicken Chili

Monday, April 7, 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Chef Rob is taking us back to his restaurant days with his popular BBQ Chicken Chili! Join us as he demonstrates how to make

this delicious chili filled with shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, beans, diced tomatoes, secret seasonings and crispy tortilla strips with cheese. A nonrefundable $5.00 fee is due at registration. Registration for non-Babylon patrons begins 3/17.

Psychic Readings: An Inside Look

North Babylon High School Class Of 1985

A 40th reunion is planned for July, 19, 2025, at Captain Bill’s in Bay Shore. Visit our Facebook group “NBHS Class of ’85” or email pmiller1767@ gmail.com for invitation and other reunion events.

Wednesday, April 9, 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Get an inside look at psychic readings from Rev. Maria D’Andrea, The Budapest Psychic. Learn what psychic readings are, how they work, and how the knowledge gained during

a reading can be used in someone’s life. She will also discuss how psychics receive information, the various systems they use, and some of the history of psychic readings. Please register for this program.

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:

EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

Tips To Overcome Seasonal Allergies

Spring and summer are typically welcomed with open arms. Warm weather, blooming flowers and trees full of leaves are a welcome sight for many, but seasonal allergy sufferers may find the transition from winter to spring a little more challenging.

The Center for Health Statistics found that just under 26 percent of adults and roughly 19 percent of children have a seasonal allergy. Treatments for seasonal allergies can be effective, and many people find over-the-counter medications are enough to alleviate their symptoms. But even people who take OTC medications daily may have days when seasonal allergies cause considerable discomfort. In such situations, allergy sufferers can consider these strategies.

• Identify your triggers.

The American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology notes that pollen is the most common outside allergy trigger. Trees and grasses typically pollinate in spring and summer, which is why these seasons can be especially challenging for people with seasonal allergies. Dustmites and pets

might trigger allergies indoors, but these can appear throughout the year. A visit to an allergist can determine what exactly triggers seasonal allergies. For example, certain types of grasses and trees might be triggers for some but not others. Identifying triggers is an effective first step because it can compel people to avoid the things that cause allergic reactions.

• Stay indoors on dry, windy days. The Mayo Clinic advises seasonal allergy sufferers to stay indoors on dry, windy days, when pollen can be nearly impossible to avoid.

• Take advantage of a good rain. The Mayo Clinic advises that the best time for seasonal allergy sufferers to be outside is after a good rain. Rain helps to clear pollen from the air, so post-rain conditions can be ideal for people with seasonal allergies.

• Change your clothes and wash up upon coming inside. The ACAAI recommends changing clothes, washing them and taking a shower

North Babylon Lions Bark In The Park Fundraiser

upon coming inside during allergy season. Washing clothes and taking a shower reduces the likelihood that you’ll spread pollen around the interior of your home, where it can attach to furniture and trigger allergic reactions.

• Monitor the pollen count. As noted, pollen is a seasonal allergy trigger, so allergy sufferers are urged to monitor the pollen count via a website such as Pollen.com, where visitors can type in their ZIP code and get an up-to-date allergy report. On days when the pollen count is high, stay indoors and keep windows closed so the pollen does not get inside. The Mayo Clinic notes that pollen counts tend to be highest in morning, so it’s best to avoid being outside during this time of day. Seasonal allergies can make spring and summer more challenging. A few simple strategies can help people control their seasonal allergies even on days when pollen counts are particularly high.

Did You Know?

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that pollen season is getting longer and increasing in intensity. Shifts in precipitation patterns, more frost-free days, warmer seasonal air temperatures, and greater amounts of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, each of which are side effects of climate change, have led to higher concentrations of pollen in the air and longer pollen seasons. Data from the USA National Phenology Network, which provides data on the timing of seasonal events in plants and animals to ensure the well-being of humans, ecosystems and natural resources, indicates total pollen counts increased by as much as 21 percent between 1990 and 2018. Such data may come as no surprise to people with asthma and seasonal allergies who have noticed the side effects of such conditions tend to start earlier than in the past and extend for longer periods of time than in previous years.

BARK IN THE PARK FUNDRAISER - North Babylon Lions Club hosted a “Bark in the Park” at Belmont Lake State Park. There was a nice turnout of canines and their owners. Pictured are the proceeds being donated to the Guide Dog Foundation. Pictured L-R: Lion Diane DeLuca, Donna DeSivo, Lion Joanie Zangerle, & Joe Fatuzzo

APRIL HAPPENINGS

FRI., APRIL 4th

7:00PM

DAVE PETTIGREW LIVE IN CONCERT

This is a benefit show to bring awareness to liver disease and living donors. An offering will be taken. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690

SAT., APRIL 5th

10:00AM-1:00PM BOOK SALE

Friends of the Lindenhurst Memorial Library Book Sale. The Friends of the Lindenhurst Memorial Library will sponsor a Book Sale. The hours of the Book Sale will be 10:00am - 1:00pm, with a preview for current Friends of the Lindenhurst Library from 9:00am - 10:00am. Anyone may sign up for membership at the Sale. Applications are also available in The Wave library newsletter. The address is One Lee Avenue in Lindenhurst.

10:00AM-4:00PM FUNDRAISER

AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary #18, located at 141 Carleton Avenue, East Islip, is having a Craft and Vendor Sale as a FUND RAISER to support our many projects... come on down and bring a friend, browse our table find Easter and/ or Mother's Day gifts.Inside Event Admission: For more information, please call Gloria Morck, 631-277-9842 or 516.885.1410

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

TUES., APRIL 8th

2:30PM-4:45PM

HELPING HANDS EASTER GIFT DRIVE

944 W. Baydrive, W. Islip

BBEA, (Babylon Beach Estate Association) Contact info: https://www.facebook.com/ share/1FSMFWJDCp/ or jennifergallozzi@gmail.com

7:00PM

REPUBLIC AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING

7150 Republic Airport, Room 201 in Farmingdale. For more information, please call 631-7527707 x6109 or email: contactus@ republicairport.net

THURS., APRIL 10th

7:00PM THE HISTORY OF MASSAPEQUA

On Thursday April 10, at 7PM, at the museum, the Historical Society will host Mr. Bill Colfer who will talk about the history of Massapequa with focus on their historical complex at the Old Grace Church. The presentation is free to members, others $5. Refreshments will be served. Raffles and 50/50 will be held. Seaford merchandise will be available for sale. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-783-8629

SAT., APRIL 12th

11:00AM-3:00PM FUNDRAISER

The Giovanni Caboto Lodge is holding a Brunch Fundraiser, along with a Comedian/Psychic Medium, at the Seaford American

Legion, 2301 Penatiquit Avenue, Seaford, includes open bar, dessert and coffee. Please contact Rosemarie DiChiara at 516-4580097 for a reservation or any questions.

THURS., APRIL 17th

7:00PM

VOICES AT THE TABLE

Farmingdale United Methodist Church Presents "Voices At The Table", 407 Main Street, invites the community to a live retelling of the story of the Last Supper on Maundy. For information please contact the church at office@ farmingdaleumc.org or call 516 694-3424

SAT., APRIL 19th

10:00AM-2:00PM FOOD DRIVE

N. Babylon Lions Club Food Drive at ShopRite 1960 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For more information, please contact donnaquarant@gmail.com

11:00AM-2:00PM PHOTOS WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

Costello's Ace Hardware of Farmingdale presents photos with the Easter Bunny. Free for everyone! The Easter Bunny will take pictures with your family, kids, and pets on Saturday, April 19th. Make sure to bring your camera. 242 Broadhollow Road in Farmingdale. For more information, please call 631-694-1100

Town Of Babylon To Host Career Fair For High School Students, Young Adults Event To Focus On Career Opportunities

For Those Not Attending College Aimed At Filling Future Workforce Shortages

Town of Babylon

Councilmen Anthony Manetta and Terence McSweeney are excited to announce their 2025 Career Fair, an invaluable opportunity for high school students, young adults, recent graduates, and families to explore potential career paths and connect with industry professionals. The event will take place on April 30th , from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Town Hall Annex Gym, located at 281 Phelps Lane, North Babylon.

The Career Fair will focus on providing career guidance and job opportunities for students and young adults who may not be pursuing traditional college paths. Attendees will have the chance to meet representatives from trade unions, first responder agencies, healthcare organizations, and a variety of local private sector companies

offering promising career options.

Councilman Manetta, who also is Chairman of the Town of Babylon Small Business Committee, cites a 2023 survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York that highlights the need to fill the pending workforce shortages across the region, “Worker shortages are a significant issue on Long Island, with nearly a third of businesses identifying hiring and compensation as top concerns in the 2023 Long Island Economic Survey. Factors driving worker shortages include an aging population, a lack of affordable housing, and a high cost of living.

Tyler McNamara Participates In Japanese Honor Project

North Babylon High School 10th grade student

Tyler McNamara and social studies teacher Alexandra Belyea recently visited Comsewogue High School to participate in a Japanese Honor Project hosted by the Suffolk County High School Principals Association. McNamara, along with students from other high schools, virtually presented Japanese good luck flags (Yosegaki Hinomaru) to the Obon Society.

These flags, given to Japanese soldiers during World War II, were often taken by American soldiers and brought back as souvenirs. The Obon Society works to return them to their rightful families in Japan.

During a Zoom meeting, students spoke with the founders of the Obon Society and learned that these flags are sometimes the only connection to soldiers missing in action. After the

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- North Babylon High School 10th grade student

Tyler McNamara and social studies teacher Alexandra Belyea visited Comsewogue High School to participate in a Japanese Honor Project.

discussion, McNamara and Ms. Belyea were interviewed for an upcoming independent film by Bill Donahue, the project’s facilitator. This

experience demonstrated how history shapes the human experience and showed the significance of cultural perspectives on war.

Business leaders noted difficulties in attracting workers to Long Island and recruiting employees with specialized or technical skills.” 1

“This event is an excellent resource for young people and their families to learn about career paths that do not require a four-year degree,” said Councilman Manetta. “We are bringing together local manufacturing companies, trade unions, and professionals to help connect our students to good-paying, stable jobs right here on Long Island.”

The Long Island Federation of Labor, AFLCIO, and the Building and Construction Trades

Council of Nassau & Suffolk Counties, AFLCIO, and the Town of Babylon Chamber of Commerce Collaborative are partnering to present this important event. Their collaboration

ensures a wide range of career options are available, including opportunities in skilled trades, emergency services, and healthcare. Students, families, recent graduates, and guidance counselors and presenting companies are all encouraged to attend. To RSVP or for additional information, please contact Councilman Manetta’s Office at AManetta@ TownofBabylonNY.gov or call 631-957-4482. https:// tellerwindow.newyorkfed. org/2024/04/04/ regional-visit-showshousing-affordabilityinfrastructure-as-topissues-for-businessesand-communities-onlong-island/

Spring Egg Hunt At Belmont Lake State Park

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the 2025 Spring Egg Hunt at Belmont Lake State Park in North Babylon. This event, happening

on Saturday, April 12, from 12pm to 2pm, features an egg hunt for children up to nine years old, photos with the Spring Bunny, a princess meet and greet, pony rides, a petting zoo, children’s games, and

family entertainment. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. A rain date for the event is scheduled for Sunday, April 13, 12pm to 2pm. An $8 parking fee will be in effect for the event date and rain date.

The 2025 Spring Egg Hunt is made possible by Natural Heritage Trust, a 501(c)(3) public benefit corporation supporting the New York State Parks, as well as corporate sponsors such as Cox Media Group Long Island, New York Life, Renewal by Andersen, and Zwanger Pesiri Radiology.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, and welcomes over 88 million visitors annually.

ANTHONY MANETTA COUNCILMAN

TERENCE MCSWEENEY COUNCILMAN

HONOR PROJECT

Photo courtesy of North Babylon School District

Valid Weds., Apr. 2nd - Apr. 8th

SMALL GATHERING

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter

DESSERT (Choose one)

• Assorted Fresh Fruit Bowl

• Homemade Apple Pie (10 inch)

• Imported Italian Colomba

FIRST COURSE (Choose one half tray)

• Traditional Meat or Cheese Lasagna

MAIN COURSE (Choose one)

• All Natural Hormone Free Stuffed Pork Roast

• Traditional Baked Ziti

ANTIPASTO (Choose one)

• Penne alla Vodka

• Traditional Antipasto Platter

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

• Manicotti

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter

• Stuffed Shells

• Traditional Meat or Cheese Lasagna

• Traditional Baked Ziti

• Penne alla Vodka

• Manicotti

FIRST COURSE (Choose one half tray)

• Stuffed Shells

ANTIPASTO (Choose one)

• Traditional Antipasto Platter

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

SALAD (Choose one)

• Crispy Green Garden Salad

• Traditional Caesar Salad

• USDA Prime Stuffed Flank Steak Roast

• Traditional Antipasto Platter

• Boar’s Head Brown Sugar, Sweet Sliced Holiday Ham

*4-5lb. avg.

VEGETABLE (Choose two quarter trays)

• Sautéed Broccoli Garlic & Oil

• Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

LARGE GATHERING

• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes • String Bean Casserole • String Bean Almondine

• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts • Candied Sweet Potatoes

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter

DESSERT (Choose one)

• Assorted Fresh Fruit Bowl

• Imported Italian Colomba

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

• Traditional Meat or Cheese Lasagna

SALAD (Choose one)

• Crispy Green Garden Salad

• Traditional Caesar Salad

FIRST COURSE (Choose one full tray)

• Penne alla Vodka

Homemade Apple Pie (10 inch)

Imported Italian Colomba

• Traditional Baked Ziti

• Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese with Fresh Berries

• Fresh Baked Italian Cookie Tray (2 lbs.)

• Manicotti

DESSERT (Choose one)

• Stuffed Shells

• Assorted Fresh Fruit Bowl

GOURMET EASTER DINNER

ANTIPASTO (Choose one)

• Imported Italian Colomba

MAIN COURSE (Choose one)

• American Spring Leg of Lamb

• Black Angus Filet Mignon Roast

• All Natural Hormone Free Stuffed Pork Roast

• Boar’s Head Brown Sugar, Sweet Sliced Holiday Ham

*8-10lb. avg. All meat comes raw, must be cooked.

VEGETABLE (Choose two quarter trays)

• Sautéed Broccoli Garlic & Oil

• Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

• String Bean Casserole

• String Bean Almondine

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter

• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts

• Candied Sweet Potatoes

• Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese with Fresh Berries DESSERT (Choose one) • Assorted Fresh Fruit Bowl

• Fresh Baked Italian Cookie Tray (2 lbs.)

MAIN COURSE (Choose one)

• American Spring Leg of Lamb

• Black Angus Filet Mignon Roast

• All Natural Hormone Free Stuffed Pork Roast

• Boar’s Head Brown Sugar, Sweet Sliced Holiday Ham *8-10lb. avg. All meat comes raw, must be cooked.

VEGETABLE (Choose two half trays)

• Sautéed Broccoli Garlic & Oil

• Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

• String Bean Casserole

• String Bean Almondine

• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts

• Candied Sweet Potatoes

VEGETABLE (Choose two half trays)

• Sautéed Broccoli Garlic & Oil

• Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes

• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

• String Bean Casserole

• String Bean Almondine

• Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts

• Candied Sweet Potatoes

Get Involved During Global Volunteer Month This April

Global Volunteer Month, celebrated in April, is a time to honor volunteers while encouraging volunteering in communities around the world.

This annual celebration is especially pertinent right now. According to a Pew Research report, only 54% of Americans feel a connection to others near them.

“Communities around the country are facing increased needs at a time when many people are feeling more isolated. Volunteering fills the gaps to strengthen community and the fabric of our society,” says Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to increasing volunteer service.

But as Sirangelo points out, volunteering doesn’t just build healthier and more equitable communities, it’s also

good for the individuals who are lending their time and talents. “Engaging in volunteer activities has been identified as an effective way to build confidence, alleviate anxiety and depression, and provide a sense of purpose and connection,” she says.

Here are some ways you can take action this Global Volunteer Month and beyond:

Take the Pledge: Let your community know you are committed to volunteering and service by taking the Points of Light’s Global Volunteer Month Pledge. With nearly 50% of volunteer postings going unfilled, your participation can help meet critical community needs and ensure essential services are delivered. Already committed to a cause you care about? Take this opportunity to deepen your engagement. Commit to one extra

volunteer project a month, or consider taking on a leadership position with an organization you work with.

Thank a Volunteer: Volunteers are the heartbeat of strengthening communities, and throughout the month, you can help recognize the vital role they play. Thank a volunteer or organization that is making an impact in your community starting on April 1 and throughout the month using the hashtag #ThankAVolunteer.

Spread the Word: Use social media to spread the word about the importance of volunteering using hashtags like #GlobalVolunteerMonth. To inspire others to take action, share your own volunteer story using #WhyIVolunteer.

Get Started: Not sure how to get started or where your efforts will make the biggest social impact? Visit

This enormous database allows you to search for volunteer opportunities in your city or zip code based on your interests. Whether you’re volunteering on

your own, with coworkers, or with family, you’ll be sure to find an opportunity that’s right for you. “Volunteering is needed more than ever before. This April, we are urging everyone to join us in

taking action. Lend your time, talent and passion to making a real difference in your own neighborhood and to creating a better world,” says Sirangelo. (StatePoint)

Splish Splash Gears Up For 2025 Season And Debut Of All-New Water Playground

From soak to spray there’s water every which way, beginning this summer at New York’s Largest Water Park, Splish Splash, the park will debut an all-new water playground. Set to open for visitors in summer 2025, the new kids’ zone will welcome the tiniest of tots as the water park reopens for its 35th Season on Saturday, May 24. The brandnew splash-tastic water playground will offer more than 15 fun and silly ways to stay cool during family’s visits to Splish Splash. The new area will be decked out with three-pint sized water

slides, six interactive spray features, five water play features, a dump bucket and fun for all to soak and spray. In addition to the new water playground, the park will be adding new events to add to their already diverse line-up. Splish Splash will kick off the season with entertainment Opening Weekend. Kids of all ages will love Kids Fest weekends in June and the annual Father’s Day Belly Flop contest on Saturday, June 14. Then, in July and August, the park will bring back its Shark in the Park, Touch a Truck and Hero Appreciation and

Teacher Appreciation weeks. There will be more surprises around the corner this season.

This world-class oasis of 96 tree-covered acres offers fun for all and located just off the Long Island Expressway. The park offers two wave pools, a large Kiddie Area, a lazy river, and many different food and merchandise locations. Splish Splash offers unique thrilling attractions and high-speed slides like Bombs Away, Riptide Racer, and Bootlegger’s Run, the first water coaster in New York full of breathtaking drops, including one from nearly five stories high.

To celebrate the all-new water playground and Splish Splash’s 35th Season, guests can purchase a 2025 Season Pass now for as low as five payments of $20 each which is best way to experience the park. Season Passes come with an array of perks from

discounts on food and retail, free parking, bring a friend tickets and more.

To kick off the 2025 Season, Splish Splash is hiring 1,000 team members and accepting applications in all departments. Those who apply today can work as a lifeguard at the park’s all-new water playground or make one of the park’s famous Ben’s Soft

Pretzels. Positions are also available in Park Services, Admissions, Retail, Security, Guest Services and more. The park offers competitive wages starting at up to $20 per hour, scholarships and advancement opportunities, incentive programs, monthly special events, discounts on food and retail, free admission to Splish Splash and 14

other amusement parks in the United States and much more. The park is accepting applications for those ages 14 and up, there are also opportunities for professionals and retirees. For more information on the all-new water playground, to purchase Season Passes or apply for a position, visit splishsplash. com.

Points of Light Engage, at engage.pointsoflight.org.

Photo courtesy of (c) Dragos Condrea / iStock via Getty Images Plus

Recipe Of The Week: Beetroot Soup With Mixed Seeds

Certainfoods tend to hit the spot a little more convincingly during particular times of year. For instance, it’s hard to resist a hearty comfort food when the weather outside is cold and the winter winds are howling. Come springtime, lighter fare regains its place in the spotlight. As spring blooms return, foodies looking for something that won’t bust their belts can try this recipe for “Beetroot Soup with Mixed Seeds” courtesy of Lines+Angles.

Makes 4 servings

For the soup:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion

1 ﬁnely chopped garlic clove

3 chopped celeries

1 teaspoon dried marjoram

1/2 teaspoon dried dill

5 cups vegetable stock, plus extra as needed

1 1/4 lb. pickled beets, cubed, juice reserved

Directions:

2 tablespoons plain yogurt

Salt

Freshly ground black peppercorns

To serve:

4 tablespoons plain yogurt

2 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts, shelled

2 tablespoons black chia seeds

2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

2 tablespoons golden linseeds or linseeds

1 handful mint leaves

1. For the soup: Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan set over medium heat until hot.

2. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and a generous pinch of salt, cooking for 6 to 7 minutes until softened.

3. Stir in the dried herbs and vegetable stock. Bring to a simmer before stirring in the beets.

4. Simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes until the beetroot is very tender to the tip of a knife.

5. Purée with an immersion blender, adding in some of the reserved beetroot juice to thin out the consistency to your liking; you can also thin it out with more stock or some water.

6. Return the soup to a simmer and stir in the yogurt and some salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm over a very low heat, making sure the soup does not boil.

7. To serve: When ready to serve, ladle into warm bowls and top with some yogurt.

8. Garnish with a scattering of chopped pistachios, mixed seeds and some mint leaves before serving.

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.

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:

Escuela Primaria Babylon, Babylon

Escuela Primaria (Grade) 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 2018-

a 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 presentar ante los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las facultades de los votantes para determinar, ni ninguna 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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