April 9, 2025 Massapequa Park by Long Island Media Group

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Councilman Lou Imbroto (third from left) ‘took the plunge’ at the

Plunge, hosted by the Town of Oyster Bay at TOBAY Beach. Officials, including Town Councilman Tom Hand, Councilman Andrew Monteleone and Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato, as well as Jennifer Pravato, representing County Executive Bruce Blakeman, joined with local residents to brave the rain and

waters to be ‘Freezin for a Reason’ as the

PSEG Long Island Invites Business Owners To

PSEG Long Island is inviting its business customers and other community members to attend its Business First workshop on Tuesday, April 15, in Bethpage. In partnership with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, the event will take place from 9 – 11 AM at the Nassau County Office of Emergency Management located at 510 Grumman Road West.

bill credit programs; energy efficiency rebates, electric vehicle (EV) and EV charger incentives; and will introduce the company’s Business First Advocates who provide PSEG Long Island’s 100,000 small- and medium-sized business customers with concierge service to manage their electricity needs.

growth and prosperity in the area.

To register, contact PSEG Long Island at PSEGLI-Businessfirst@ pseg.com. This is the second in a series of PSEG Long Island Business First events.

For more information

on PSEG Long Island’s programs for businesses, visit psegliny.com/ BusinessFirst. To view additional photos of the inaugural event, held in October 2024, visit: https://flic.kr/s/ aHBqjBKJCM.

The event is aimed at connecting business owners with PSEG Long Island people, services and programs to help their businesses run more smoothly and save them money and energy. Information will be provided on PSEG Long Island’s free energy assessments; economic development grants and

Approximately 90% of Long Island companies are classified as small businesses, according to the Long Island Association; they are the backbone of Long Island. PSEG Long Island proudly supports small business owners as their success boosts economic activity, local employment, and reinvestment in communities, which creates a positive cycle of

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APRIL HAPPENINGS

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

THROUGH APRIL 12th

DURING REGULAR LIBRARY HOURS

PROM BOUTIQUE DONATION DRIVE

The Copiague Library is collecting new and gently used formal wear, shoes, bags, and jewelry for Copiague teens. Drop off items any time during regular library hours. 50 Deauville Blvd., Copiague. For more information, please call 631-691-1111

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 516-458-0097 for a reservation or any questions.

HOLIDAYS

12th - PASSOVER BEGINS

15th - TAXES DUE

20th - EASTER

22nd - EARTH DAY

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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

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. WalkIns Welcome!

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

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 ageseverything 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. To be held 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.

Baked Ziti

Meat Lasagna

Baked Manicotti

Baked Stuffed Shells

Baked Cheese Ravioli

Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce

Penne with Butter Sauce

Penne with Garlic & Oil

Spaghetti

pasta

Spaghetti with Sausage

Penne with Meat Sauce

Spaghetti Carbonara bacon,

Fettucine Alfredo

Rigatoni Bolognese ground

Rigatoni Buttera

Chicken Parmigiana

Chicken alla Vodka Parmigiana

Chicken Francese lightly battered, lemon, white wine & butter

Chicken Marsala

lightly battered with mushrooms & marsala wine sauce

Chicken Milanese

diced tomatoes, red onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic glaze

Chicken Sorrentino

sliced chicken, eggplant, melted mozzarella, served in a brown demi-glace

Eggplant Parmigiana fried eggplant, baked with mozzarella & tomato sauce

Eggplant Rollatini ricotta, mozzarella and tomato sauce

Sausage, Peppers & Onions

Town Hosts Special Olympics NY Polar Plunge At TOBAY Beach

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Councilman Lou Imbroto (third from left) ‘took the plunge’ at the Special Olympics New York Polar Plunge, hosted by the Town of Oyster Bay at TOBAY Beach. Officials, including Town Councilman Tom Hand, Councilman Andrew Monteleone and Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato, as well as Jennifer Pravato, representing County Executive Bruce Blakeman, joined with local residents to brave the rain and cold waters to be ‘Freezin for a Reason’ as the event benefits Special Olympics New York. All funds raised support Special Olympics New York’s programs and promote awareness of people living with intellectual disabilities in our state. Special Olympics New York provides yearround sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympicstyle sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. This year’s event raised more than $130,000, exceeding last year’s record.

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F/T (35 Hours/week “District Supports 211 Waiver Process for F/T Staff”) $23.59/hr.

Availability for afternoon/ early evening hours a plus. Must have a minimum of 7 year’s experience in law enforcement/peace ofﬁcer or 1 yr. experience plus degree in Criminal Justice.

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (SUBSTITUTE SECURITY GUARDS)

Will support FT/PT guards in the function of their duties. Prior law enforcement experience, training and security guard license required- $21.25/hr.

Qualiﬁed candidates should use the QR code to access OLAS application online.

COPIAGUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

www.copiague.k12.ny.us

Equal Opportunity Employer

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

FULL TIME, 3-5 yrs. electrical experience required, basic carpentry, minor painting/taping, plumbing knowledge a plus.

M-F 7:00 AM-3:30 PM $64K-$66K/year, comprehensive beneﬁt package. Qualiﬁed candidates should use the QR code below to access OLAS application online.

COPIAGUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

www.copiague.k12.ny.us

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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 hands-on 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.