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DECEMBER HAPPENINGS
THURS. DEC. 26 - 9:00AM
FRI. DEC. 27 - 3:00PM
HOLIDAY DISCOVERY DAYS
Sweetbriar Nature Center will be offering daily natural science programs over the school breaks for elementary school children. Sweetbriar Nature CenterECSS, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. for more informatio, please call 631-979-6344
THURS. DEC. 26 & JAN. 2
11:00AM-1:00 PM
FESTIVE LIGHTHOUSES
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
TUES., DEC. 31st
8:30PM-1:30AM
THE NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
Did you know lighthouses were lit with whale oil? Design and decorate a unique lighthouse of your own - complete with batterypowered tea light and mini wreath - to light up your home this winter. The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold spring Harbor. No registration required. For more information, please call 516-282-6426, Cristina Ainslie.
FRIDAY, DEC. 27TH
5:30PM Activities, 7:00PM Movie
A VERY GRINCHY PAJAMA PARTY
Wear your favorite pajamas and immerse yourself in a world of Grinchy mischief and holiday cheer. This special family evening is packed with activities, a beloved holiday movie, and delicious treats. Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd. in Garden City. For general info 516-5724111. Reservations 516-572-4066
Hosted by:The Holy Name Society. Music provided by: The Switch LI Food Catered by: Seaqua Catering Maria Regina Auditorium - Pontieri Hall. To Purchase tickets visit https://linktr.ee/hns_mariaregina and select "New Year's Eve Party Tickets", Choose the number of tickets you wish to purchase and then checkout. **TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR** Email: HolyNameSociety@ MariaRegina.com
TUES., DEC. 31st
8:00PM-1:00AM
NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA 2025
Celebrate New Years Eve at The Meadow Club, 1147 Route 112 in Port Jefferson Station with Cocktail Hour, Buffet Dinner, Ball Drop, & Live Music! Call 631-828-4818 to reserve your spot or get your ticket now on our website! https:// themeadowclub.ticketspice.com/ new-years-eve-gala
NOW THRU 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 516334-0066
NOW THRU 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
NOW THRU JAN. 04, 2025
Sunday-Thursday
5:00PM- 10:00PM
Friday & Saturday 5:00PM -11:00PM MAGIC OF LIGHTS
Jones Beach State Park. 1 Ocean Parkway in Wantagh. Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience, which features holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Experience this all from the comfort of your own car! One carload, one price. For dates, times, and ticket availability, visit magicoflights.com.
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Christmas Parade And Tree Lighting Ceremony
CHRISTMAS PARADE AND TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY - On Sunday, December 8th, the Copiague Chamber of Commerce along with the Copiague Fire Department held a Christmas Parade up Great Neck Road. They also hosted a Tree Lighting Ceremony at Gateway Park and an after-party at the Firehouse. On hand along with Santa and Mrs. Claus were Copiague Chamber President Donna Farina and Nick Orlando, Frank Giarrusso, Julian Wellington, Dominick Nuzzi, Angelo Licata, Rich Sica, and Danny Broyles from the Copiague Fire Department.
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50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York 11726 Tel 631-691-1111 Fax 631-691-5098
to local agencies for distribution to children and adults in need throughout the
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
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LEGAL NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS
Notice is hereby given taxpayers of the Town of Babylon, that the Undersigned Receiver of Taxes has received the 2024/2025 Tax and Assessment Roll and Warrant.
She will accept payment for taxes at her office in the Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, N. Lindenhurst, N.Y. 11757 or by mail, beginning December 2024 daily between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Tax Office will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. First half taxes are due December 1, 2024 payable to January 10, 2025 without penalty. After January 10, 2025 one percent per month will be added on the first half to May 31, 2025 after which date, additional interest will be charged by the County Comptroller at his office at County Center, Riverhead, N.Y. 11901.
The Town of Babylon Tax Office will be accepting partial payments with penalty. We offer echeck and credit card payment through a telephone service or by the internet which includes American Express, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. For payments by telephone call 1-800-2PAYTAX (1-800-2729829) or visit the web site at www.acipayonline.com. At the prompt, use Jurisdiction Code 4232. You must have your item number and tax amount available. Transaction fees will be charged to the taxpayer based on the amount of the total charge. Total amount Warrant to be coHected by the Receiver of Taxes for the 2024/2025 tax year is $880,757,568.90.
Taxes become a lien December 1st of each year. First and Second half payments may be made at the same time.
JENNIFER MONTIGLIO RECEIVER OF TAXES
DATED AT BABYLON, N.Y.
December 4, 2024
2024/2025 TAX RATE ON $100 valuation - TOWN OF BABYLON Valuation of Hamlets and Incorporated Villages
2024-2025
TOWN OF BABYLON
Jennifer Montiglio, Receiver of Taxes TAXABLE DISTRICTS
2024-2025
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• Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and efficient manner
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• Proofread documents for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors
• Manage office supplies
• Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle inquiries and complaints professionally
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Accurate data entry skills with attention to detail
• Clerical experience in an office setting is preferred
• Phone etiquette skills to handle calls with professionalism and courtesy
The position offers an opportunity to work in a professional office environment with a supportive team. The successful candidate will have the chance to develop their administrative skills while providing excellent customer service.
Monday - Friday, 35 hour work week, from 9am-5pm
Half day (over time pay), 9am-1pm, every other Saturday.
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State Funding Keeps Adventureland Spinning Forward
New York State will help Adventureland remain a Fireball, as “Long Island’s Amusement Park since 1962” is set to receive $205,600 in funding for its five-year improvement project, Sen. Monica R. Martinez announced. The $10 million to $15 million modernization plan will introduce several new attractions to the park while retiring some longtime favorites. But don’t expect too much Turbulence from those closures. In their place will be the new thrill ride, Top Spin; a Miniature Pirate Ship; a refurbished Viking Voyage; and the installation of a water main that will support additional
attractions, all made possible in part by this grant.
Funding is being provided through a Market New York grant, a program that supports regionally themed marketing projects that promote tourism destinations, attractions and special events, as well as tourism facility capital improvement projects.
“Adventureland not only holds fond memories for nearly every Long Island child and family, but it also holds an important place in our regional economy,” said Sen. Martinez. “It employs over 650 local workers who keep the Train, and other rides, moving throughout the
park’s operating season. Supporting Adventureland’s improvement is good for patrons, impactful for our community, and beneficial for New York State.”
The upgrades are expected to be Musik to the ears of visitors to the adventure park, which has operated rides, games, and attractions for children and adults of all ages on its East Farmingdale campus for more than 60 years. The multi-phased redevelopment project began earlier this year and is expected to continue until 2028, with park employment projected to increase by 10% upon completion.
Afternoon Games
Fridays, December 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.
Alzheimers and Dementia Support Group for Caregivers
Wednesdays, January 29, February 26
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Connect with other community members to share your experience with this tragic disease. For more information and to register, please call 1-800272-3900. Registration is required.
VA Outreach
Wednesdays, January 15,
Copiague Memorial Public Library
February 19
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Are you a Veteran?
Unsure of what benefits you are entitled to?
Need information on any benefits? Then come to the Library and see an Outreach Specialist from the Nassau Veterans Center. Registration not required.
One-on-One Medicare
Counseling and Assistance
Fridays, January 17
February 21
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register for a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a Suffolk County RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program) to answer questions and provide information regarding Medicare health insurance, benefits, and savings programs.
Registration is required.
Medicaid Enrollment
Assistance for the Aged, Blind and Disabled
Fridays, January 24, February 28
2:00 - 5:30 PM
Representatives from the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will assist aged, blind and disabled patrons in enrolling in various Medicaid programs that may be available to them. Assistance will be given on a first-come, firstserved basis. For more information, please call the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council at 631-963-4168. Registration not required.
Let’s Play Ping-Pong
Fridays, January 3, 1
12:30 - 4:30 PM
Ping-pong is a fun activity that patrons of all ages can enjoy! Please call the Library to book a one hour appointment to play with a friend! Registration is
required.
Cookies, Coffee and Karaoke
Saturday, January 4
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Let’s start the new year with some karaoke. Sing your favorite song or enjoy the tunes sung by your family and friends. Refreshments will be provided. 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.
All About Portion Sizes
Wednesday, January 8
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Happy New Year! Join
Anthony Garcia from Cornell Cooperative Extension to learn about the importance of portion sizes and the impact it has on our health. Registration is required.
