Fall Senior Advocate Schedules
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Fall 2024 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk
County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”
This fall, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Wednesday, December 18, 10 am – 1 pm
• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesday, December 17, 12 – 3:30 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesday, December 18, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursday, December 26, 8:30 am – 12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and troublefree access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
Copiague Musician Makes A Mark At Thanksgiving Day Parade
COPIAGUE MUSICIAN MAKES A MARK - Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School student-musician Rhianna Coleman participated as a clarinetist in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 28 as a member of the Macy’s Great American Marching Band. The band consisted of 225 students from every state and territory, and membership was chosen based on an extensive application and audition process. Rhianna worked with world-class instructors from around the country for six days, culminating with the Thanksgiving Day performance through New York City. Photo courtesy of Copiague School District
CLUES ACROSS
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6. Sino-Soviet block (abbr.)
9. Brainstem part
13. Town in New York state
14. Little (Spanish)
15. Continent
16. Retch
17. Short-billed rails
18. Small period of time (abbr.)
19. Confused
21. A team needs one
22. Woman in ancient times
23. Republican Party
CLUES DOWN
1. One-time Aaron Rodgers target
2. Wings
3. Overly studious person
4. They protect your valuables
5. The Volunteer State
6. Non-hydraulic cement
7. Horse mackerel
8. Jackson and Diddley are two
9. Splendid displays
10. Mountain in NE Greece
11. A daughter or your brother or sister
12. German surname
14. Having more than one husband at a time
24. Spanish be
25. “The Godfather” character Johnny
28. Not around
29. City in Zambia
31. A type of beginning
33. Numb
36. Gurus
38. Small, gray-headed crow
39. Vehicle type
41. Disorders
44. One point east of southeast
45. Indian soldier
46. Tree type
48. Midway between south and southeast
17. Romanian city
20. Energy
21. Makes less hot
23. Gas diffusion electrode
25. Former CIA
26. Set an example for others
27. Support of a particular person
29. One from the Big Apple
30. Mountain range
32. Violate the sanctity of something
34. Supervises flying
35. Talks
37. Persian male given name
40. Born of
49. It cools your home
51. Corn comes on it
52. Ship’s deck
54. A way to bake
56. Improvised
60. Butterfly genus
61. Baseball fields have them
62. Designated space
63. Discharge
64. Two of something
65. Once more
66. Part of your face
67. Tax collector
68. Cassia tree
42. Forcibly take one’s possessions
43. Discounts
47. Knockouts
49. Posh Colorado destination
50. Form of therapy
52. British rock band
53. Type of virus (abbr.)
55. The U. of Miami mascot is one
56. Volcanic crater
57. Middle Eastern nation
58. Sinn __, Irish organization
59. Ethiopian lake
61. Bits per inch (abbr.)
65. Equally
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External Diploma Program
The National External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a high school equivalency diploma without the challenge of taking lengthy timed examinations. NEDP, is a competency based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home. Successful candidates for NEDP include former ESL students, students who have been out of school for prolonged periods of time, or students who fare better without the structure of tests. This program is an alternative to other programs.
Anyone interested should call Western Suffolk BOCES to meet with a counselor. Call 667-6000, Ext. 327 to register.
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DECEMBER HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11th
2:30AM-5:00PM THE HELPING HANDS
35TH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE
The Toy Drive will be held at 944 West Bay drive or the BBEA clubhouse - block of Villa Monaco in West Islip. For more information, please contact contact Jennifergalllozzi@gmail.com or to make a donation visit https://www. paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_ id=Q84FKWW5F42DW
FRIDAY, DEC. 13th
7:30PM
A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CHRISTMAS CAROL
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Islip will bring people together to experience a vibrant performance of “A Christmas Carol,” performed with the music of Gilbert & Sullivan. The production takes place in the church’s Fenton Hall. Presented in tandem with the Islip Arts Council. Proceeds will go to the church’s music ministry. Seating is limited. To purchase tickets, please visit. https:// stmarksislip.org or call 631-581-4950 – or come into the office. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-1:00PM
SATURDAY, DEC. 14TH
10:00AM-3:00PM
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Islip United Methodist Church will be hosting their Annual Christmas Craft Fair at 350 Main Street in Islip. Lots of Homemade items, Jewelry, Antiques, Raffles, Baked Goods, lunch and so much more. For more information, please call 631-581-7663
HOLIDAYS
3rd - Giving Tuesday
21st - Winter begins 25th - Christmas Hanukkah begins at sundown
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
3:00PM CONCERT OF SACRED CHRISTMAS MUSIC
Grace United Methodist Church will be hosting a Concert of Sacred Christmas Music. Featuring soprano soloist Kathryn Wilson. A free-will offering will be taken. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690
4:00PM-10:00PM
FARMINGDALE UGLY SWEATER BAR CRAWL
The Coop Nashville Kitchen Bar and Lounge, 342 Main Street in Farmingdale. Get ready to don your ugliest holiday sweaters and join us for the ultimate festive adventure on December 14th! This is more than just a bar crawl-it's an Ugly Sweater extravaganza where locals and visitors come together to celebrate the holiday season in style. Email: Info@pubcrawls.com
9:30AM-11:00AM
SANTA AND FRIENDS BREAKFAST
United Skates of America
1276 Hicksville Rd. in Seaford. This is a non-skating event that includes a breakfast buffet and a special meeting with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Frosty and a Gingerbread Man! Wear your cutest holiday pajamas and have some good old fashioned fun! For more information, please call 516-795-5474
10:30AM-3:00PM
BABYLON CHRISTMAS MARKET
Village Gazebo & Bayman Park
The Babylon Beautification Society is pleased to host this outdoor Christmas Market, featuring over 90 vendors selling fine and unique gifts. Plus, enjoy food and beverages for sale in the Gazebo area. The rain date for the event is December 15. Visit babylonbeautification.org for more information
THROUGH DEC. 31st
8:00AM-6:00PM
CHRISTMAS AT HICKS
Pictures with Santa, every day through December 23. Make sure to bring your own camera for pictures. A walkthrough Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! A festive animated story for the young and young at heart! Please bring your donation of a non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and drop off at the end of your walkthrough. 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. For more information, please call 516-334-0066
THROUGH JAN. 02, 2025
10:00AM-3:00PM
CHRISTMAS HOUSE LONG ISLAND
If you are looking for an exciting and fun, indoor family holiday attraction, Christmas House Long Island is now open daily at the Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway in Hicksville. This unique 45+ minute walk-through features interactive and imaginative experiences that will delight people of all ages! For more information, please call 516-878-0273
Giving Back And Spreading Joy To Hospitalized Children
The holiday will be brighter for children at Cohen Children’s Medical Center thanks to the third annual collaboration between Mangano Family Funeral Homes and the Deer Park Fire Department.
Mangano Family Funeral Homes owner Sal Mangano says “This effort began 3 years ago and was spearheaded by Joseph Baggio, a local young man who is a cancer survivor. He is former patient at Cohen who was looking to ‘Pay it forward’. We are proud to partner with him.”
Cohen Children’s Medical Center provides the very best care to meet the special needs of sick children ranging in age from premature babies to adolescents. The 206-bed hospital opened in 1983 as the NY Metro area’s only hospital exclusively for children. Today, they are the largest provider of pediatric healthcare services in NY State.
This year as an added incentive to donate, Family Florist of Deer Park is giving $10 gift cards to anyone who donates a toy at Mangano Family Funeral
Home drop off location to support this year’s drive. Mangano credits the generosity of Deer Park residents and surrounding communities for making this toy drive so successful year after year.
Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be dropped at the following locations through December 14, 2024: Deer Park Fire Department- 94 Lake Ave, Deer Park
Mangano Family Funeral Home- 1701 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park
The Works Barbershop1941 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park
For more information please call Mangano Family Funeral Home at 631-5863600.
About Mangano Family Funeral Homes
With over 100 years in operation as a familyowned business, Mangano Family Funeral Homes provide families and their loved ones with caring and compassionate service in their time of need. To learn more please visit www. manganofh.com
Drama Students Wow Audiences With
AUDIENCES WITH ‘CLUE’- Guessing who “dunnit” had audience members on the edge of their seats as Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School’s advanced drama class showed off their many talents during the production of the fall play “Clue” on Nov. 21 in the school’s auditorium. The process began with auditions in class and character development, which led to many hours of rehearsals and backstage preparation. “The students brilliantly performed this onenight-only, nonstop, comedic show based off of the classic board game and 1985 movie,” said Sylvia Walsh, director and drama teacher. “With plenty of twists and turns of “who dunnit” to special effects and hilarious choreography, the cast and crew once again wowed the Copiague community with their on-stage talents and skills.” Photo courtesy of Copiague School District
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Copiague Memorial Public Library
50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York 11726
Tel 631-691-1111 Fax 631-691-5098
Holiday Food Drive
Donations accepted until December 13
Help us help those who are hungry in our community. The Library, in conjunction with Long Island Cares, is accepting donations of non-perishable food such as canned meats and vegetables, soup, cereal, tuna, pasta, sauce, rice, peanut butter, jelly and baby food.
Kids Need More Toy Donations
Donations accepted until December 14
Drop off new and unwrapped toys to the Library donation box! The Kids Need More elves travel all over Long Island delivering gifts to children coping with cancer and serious illness.
Spread the Warmth with our Mitten Tree
Donations accepted until December 30
Patrons can bring in new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves or socks and hang them on our Mitten Tree in the Children’s Room. The items will be donated to local agencies for distribution to children and adults in need throughout the community.
Soup-er Bowl Drive
Donations accepted until January 31
We will be collecting canned soups for those in need. All donations will be delivered to a local food pantry and will benefit individuals for the upcoming winter season.
String Lights Collection
Instead of tossing out your string lights after the holidays, consider recycling them with us. Whether they’re old, unwanted, still working, faulty, or completely broken, we’ll gladly collect them and ensure they’re properly recycled, helping reduce waste and protect the environment.
Check Out the SLED!
Friday, December 13 12:00 - 5:00 PM
The SLED is the Suffolk County Public Libraries mobile library services vehicle, and it will be here at the Library on Friday, December 13 from 12:00 - 5:00
PM! The SLED will be decorated for the holidays, so stop by and check out all the cool gadgets, tech and toys on board! Registration not required.
Afternoon Games
Fridays,
December 13, 20, 27
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 12:30 - 3:30 PM
Come with your group to play any game of your choice. Registration is required.
Afternoon Book Discussion
Thursday, December 12
1:30 - 3:00 PM
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required.
Long Island Sierra Club: Birds & Butterflies
Thursday, December 12
6:30 - 8:30 PM
This program will be held in person and via Zoom.
Nature photographer Bob Labuski will share his beautiful photos of some of Long Island’s natural treasures. Registration is required.
Cookies, Coffee and Karaoke Friday, December 13
3:00 - 5:00 PM
It’s Karaoke Friday! Sing your favorite song or enjoy the tunes sung by your family and friends.
Refreshments will be provided. Registration is required.
E-Waste Recycling
Saturday, December 14 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Clear out your old, unwanted electronics and ensure they are recycled properly with help from Arrow Scrap. Please call the Library for a list of acceptable items to be recycled. Registration not required.
Evening Book Discussion
Tuesday, December 17 7:00 - 8:30 PM
A Knight in Shining Armor by Jude Deveraux
This program will be held in person and via Zoom.
Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required.
Supportive Services for Veteran Families
Wednesdays, January 8, February 5 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program at EOC of Suffolk, Inc. works with Veterans who are either homeless or on the verge of homelessness by helping very low-income Veterans and their families gain access to the resources they need in order to successfully transition to, or maintain, permanent housing. Registration not required.
The Joy Of Giving At Susan E. Wiley
THE JOY OF GIVING - There’s plenty to be thankful for this holiday season, according to second graders at Susan E. Wiley Elementary School in the Copiague School District. Students read the book “The Pleasure of Giving” and completed writing activities about gifts they could give from the heart. Their writing discussed ways to help those less fortunate as the holiday season begins, now on display for others to share in the joy of giving. Photos courtesy of Copiague School District
Bird Walk At Jones Beach West End
Join the South Shore Audubon Society for a bird walk at Mill Pond Park in Wantagh, starting at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 1. The Park is on the north side of Merrick Road, 4 blocks west of the Wantagh State Parkway .
The group will meet at the gazebo. Bring binoculars. Walk leaders and other birders and nature enthusiasts will be happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. The bird walk is free of charge.
To register, text your name and contact information to 516 4679498. Rain, snow or temperature below 25 degrees F will cancel the bird walk. Text regarding questionable conditions.
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Celebrating our 15th Year in Copiague
NOODLE & FRIED RICE
L 1. Pad Thai ............................. $10.25
Stir-fried Thai noodles with chicken or shrimp, egg, bean sprouts, dry tofu & topped with ground peanuts
L 2. Kwyatio Pad Gai ................ $10.25
Fresh noodles stir-fried with chicken, vegetable & lime leaf
L 3. Pad See Eaw....................... $10.25
Thai country style stir-fried broad rice noodles with Chinese broccoli & eggs (Choice of chicken or beef)
L3A. Pad Ki Mao (Drunken Noodle) . $10.25
Spicy stir-fried board rice noodle with basil, onion, scallion & bell peppers (Choice of chicken or beef)
L 4. Lar Nard ............................. $10.25
Stir-fried broad rice noodles topped with chicken or beef & Chinese broccoli in brown gravy
L 5. Mee Ga-Thi ........................ $10.25
Spicy stir-fried coconut noodle with chicken, baby shrimp, pepper, mushroom, bean sprouts & basil
L 6. Pad Wooson ...................... $11.95
Stir fried clear noodles with shrimp, shitake mushroom, tomatoes & vegetables
L 7. Khao Pad Supparot ........... $10.25 (Pineapple Coconut Fried Rice)
Coconut fried rice with chicken topped with ground peanuts & fried onions.
VEGETABLES SERVED WITH RICE
L 8. Pad Ruom Mitt .................. $10.25
House special stir-fried mixed vegetables & tofu with basil & chili paste
L 9. Ma Khue Puag (Eggplant) ...... $10.25
Eggplant stir-fried in sweet chili sauce & lime leaves
L 10. Tua Yau (String Beans) $10.25
String beans stir-fried with dried tofu, scallions, garlic & soybean
L 11. Pad Nor Mai (Asparagus) $10.25
Asparagus with bamboo shoots, shitake mushroom in brown sauce
Order
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ENTREES SERVED WITH RICE
L 17. Gai Pad Bai Ga Prow ......... $11.50
(Spicy Basil Chicken)
Spicy basil chicken with pepper, onion and chili pepper
L17A. Mango Chicken ................. $11.50
Mango, red onions, pepper, sweet pea pod, chicken, sweet and sour.
L17B. Garlic Chicken ................... $11.50
Chicken stir-fried with Shitake mushrooms, scallions & bamboo shoots.
L 18. Gai Pat Prik King ............... $11.50
(Chicken with String Bean)
Chicken stir-fried with string bean, basil, chili paste & soy bean.
L 19. Gai Kana ............................ $11.50
(Chicken with Chinese Broccoli)
Sauteed chicken with Chinese broccoli & baby corn.
L19A. Peanut Chicken ................. $11.50
Chicken with carrot, red onion, pepper, sweet pea pod, peanut and brown sauce.
L 20. Gai Pad Kieng (Ginger Chicken) $11.50
Chicken stir-fried with young ginger, black fungus, scallions, bell pepper, onion, bamboo shoots, carrot, baby corn in a ginger sauce.
L 21. Gai Pad Prik Haeng ........... $11.50
(Cashew Chicken)
Chicken stir-fried with mushroom, bell pepper, bamboo shoots & dry hot pepper.
L 22. Gai Pad Nor Mai $11.50
(Chicken or Beef with Asparagus)
Chicken or beef sauteed with asparagus with shitake mushroom in oyster sauce.
CURRY SERVED WITH RICE
L 12. Gaeng Keo Wahn Plak $11.25
Mixed vegetables with green curry in coconut milk
L 13. Gaeng Keo Wahn (Green Curry)$11.25
Green curry with chicken or beef, pepper, eggplants, basil & coconut milk
L 14. Gaeng Masman $11.25
Masman curry with coconut milk, onions, potatoes & peanuts (Chicken or Beef)
L 15. Gaeng Panang (Panang Curry) $11.25
Panang curry with chicken or beef with basil, lime leaf, pepper & coconut milk
L 16. Gaeng Goong Sapparod .. $11.95 (Pineapple Curry Shrimp)
Panang curry shrimp with string bean, pepper, bamboo shoots, basil & pineapple
SEAFOOD SERVED WITH RICE
L 23. Kratieum Prik .................... $11.95 (Thai Garlic Shrimp)
Garlic shrimp with shitake mushrooms, scallions & bamboo shoots
L24. Goong Ta Kria.................... $11.95 (Lemongrass Shrimp)
Lemongrass shrimp stir-fried with pepper, bamboo shoot, basil & chili paste
L25. Gung Pla Murk Pat $11.95
Shrimp & calamari stir-fried with onion, mint, chili & black beans
L 26. Spicy Basil Shrimp $11.95
Stir-fried shrimp with pepper, onion, basil & chili paste
L 27. Mango Shrimp................... $11.95
Mango, red onion, pepper, sweat pea pod, shrimp stir fried in sweet & sour sauce.
