After Copiague Middle School hosted its annual science fair with over 60 student participants this month, Science Chair Dr. Daniel Leccese and science teacher Lenee Mason held an awards ceremony in the school’s cafeteria on Jan. 28 to announce the winners.
First place honors went to Isabella Rufrano for “Here Comes the Bloom.” Second place was awarded to Lenna Karwowska for “The Race of the Bioplastics” and Mya Nunez for “Different Compost,
Different Results.” Third place honors were given to Emilio Reyes for “Sports Drink Showdown,” Nicolette Orlando for “UV Rays: Lotion vs. Sprays” and Gabriella Agtuca for “Cleansed Crops… or Not.” Congratulations to the following honorable mention winners: Jeasiah Guelee, Kaitlyn Lombardo, Kaylee Mierzejewski, Kamila Nieznalska Rebecca Molina and Damaris Astimbay.
Photos courtesy of Copiague School District
FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS
FRI. FEB. 21st
5:30PM
A DRAGON-SIZED
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
This special family evening is packed with fun dragon-inspired activities and a screening of the heartwarming movie How to Train Your Dragon. Cradle of Aviation Museum ~ Charles Lindbergh Blvd. ~ Garden City. For more information: General 516-5724111 ~ Reservations 516-5724066
6:30PM TRIVIA NIGHT
N. Babylon Lions Club Trivia Night at North Babylon A. Tatti Youth Center, 213 Phelphs Lane in N. Babylon. $35pp includes Prizes, pizza, salad. Raffles and 50/50. RSVP by 2/10 to Diane @ 6315530217 or Judy @ 631-7453007
SAT. FEB. 22nd
10:00AM-11:00AM
WILDLIFE WONDERS: FUN WITH FEATHERS
Sweetbriar’s experienced educators help open up the wonders of the natural world for children, through hands-on activities, live animals, crafts, and much more. Sweetbriar Nature Center - ECSS, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
SUN. FEB. 23rd
1:00-4:00pm AN AFTERNOON WITH ELVIS
HOLIDAYS
2nd - Groundhog Day
14th - Valentine's Day 17th - Presidents' Day
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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
Long Island Society of Italian Americans, (LISIA) is having an Afternoon With Elvis at The Malverne American Legion, 240 Franklin Ave, Post 44. $30.00 pp, includes admission, show, coffee and cake and a cash bar. Bring your own snacks, max 10 to a table. Call Diane Langella @ 516777-0607 for reservations.
1:00-6:00pm TAKEOUT PASTA MEATBALL & SAUSAGE DINNER
Babylon Lions Club, Pick-up at Cafe 11 Villaggio, 35 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon Village. All proceeds go to charity. $35 Per Order - Take Out Only. Pre-orders can be placed beginning at 11:00 am for more information, please call 631-422-7037
TUES. FEB. 25th
1:00PM
CARNEVALE CELEBRATION
The Italian Cultural Society of Farmingdale cordially invites you to join them at their February Carnevale celebration. Entertainment and light refreshments. Costumes and/ or masks are encouraged for all attendees. Come join the fun! Allen Park Meeting Room, Motor Avenue in Farmingdale. For more information, please contact ICSF Co-President Aggie Vitale agvit@ aol.com
4:00PM-5:00PM
TEEN LIVING WITH WILDLIFE
The Wildlife Center of Long Island is coming to the Babylon Library!
Meet some of their Ambassador reptiles, mammals, and birds that call Long Island home and explore their role in our local ecosystem. Discover why these animals are at the Wildlife Hospital and how you can help others like them. Earn one hour of community service for attending! Grades 6-12. Registration required.24 S. Carll Ave. in Babylon,. For more information, please call Erin White 63-669-1624
6:30PM BABY SHOWER
The Kiwanis Club of Copiague is having a Baby Shower and will be collecting new clothing, diapers, blankets and many other items a baby needs. Items will be donated to Madonna Heights. Please drop off donations at Red Lobster 801 Sunrise Hwy in Copiague on Tuesday, Feb. 25th. For more information, please contact Lori Prisco 631-495-8755, or Christine Madrazo 631-559-1079
NOW THROUGH FEB. 26th
10:00AM-5:00PM NY FINE ARTS SOCIETY EXHIBITION
1 Flowerfield, Suite 15, St. James. Paintings and prints 18th century to today, Goya, Kollwitz, Dali, PIcasso, Modigliani, and much more, Childen's art WORKSHOP. Admission goes to support the NEW YORK FINE ARTS SOCIETY. For more information, please call Yuka at 631-880-1719
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Afternoon Games
Fridays, February 21, 28
12:30 - 3:30 PM
Come with your group to play any game of your choice. Registration is required.
Unsung Heroes:
African American Medical Pioneers
Wednesday, February 19
6:30 - 7:30 PM
African Americans have been at the forefront of many important medical advances. Discover the contributions of Pittsburgh’s Freedom House Ambulance Corps, the first in the nation; Staten Island’s Black Angels, nursing pioneers in the treatment of tuberculosis and more.
Join educator Howard Rosenberg in this informative presentation. Registration is required.
Copiague Memorial Public Library
Can My Home Help Me Retire?
Thursday, February 20
6:30 - 8:00 PM
Join Mortgage Loan Officer Dennis Young of Fairway Mortgage and Financial Planner Christian LaPeter of LaPeter Financial Concepts for an interactive seminar and learn how your home can play a valuable role in helping you retire. We will also discuss the ins and outs of different loan products, putting together a budget and much more! Registration is required.
Defensive Driving
Saturday, February 22
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Save money on your car insurance! A $33.00 fee payable to Diana APW (Accident Prevention Workshop) by check, money order or cash, is due the day of class. Please arrive early to sign
in. Late comers will not be admitted. Please bring a pen and your driver’s license. Registration is required.
Plants That Are Good for the Bedroom, Bath and More
Tuesday, February 25
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Join horticulturist Paul Levine to learn all about which plants are best for the bedroom, bathroom and other rooms in your home. Registration is required.
Evening Book Discussion
The Undertaker’s Assistant by Amanda Skenandore 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.
Tuesday, February 25 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Special Needs Planning
Thursday, February 27
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Your special needs children may be entitled to millions of dollars in benefits throughout their lifetime. As they turn 18, learn how you can protect them with trusts, proper estate planning and more.
Natalia Zimnoch from Zimnoch Financial Group will lead this informative presentation. Registration is required.
Cookies, Coffee and Karaoke
Friday, February 28
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.
Recipe Of The Week: Semolina and Almond Biscotti
Cookiesare a treat any time of the day, and many find biscotti particularly appealing. These crunchy cookies are equally at home with a morning cup of coffee as they are with an evening mug of hot cocoa. Biscotti are hard, crunchy, Italian cookies that are baked twice. In fact, their name comes from the Latin “bis,” meaning “twice,” and “coctus,” meaning “cooked.” Although they can be enjoyed on their own, their dry, crunchy nature makes them hold up well when dunked into a beverage. Biscotti were even once commonly dipped into red wine. Though they might seem complicated, biscotti generally are easy to make. Try this recipe for “Semolina and Almond Biscotti” from “Butter, Flour, Sugar, Joy” (Sourcebooks) by Danielle Kartes.
Yields 12 to 16 cookies
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup semolina flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Optional: 10 ounces dark chocolate to melt for dipping
Directions: Preheat oven to 325 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a stand mixer, cream the sugar, butter and eggs until light and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the vanilla and salt. Mix to incorporate. Add the all-purpose flour, almonds, semolina flour, and baking powder. Mix until well combined, but don’t overmix.
Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet. Pat gently to form one long loaf of dough roughly 14 to 16 inches long and 5 to 6 inches wide. Bake 30 minutes.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow to cool 5 to 6 minutes before using a long knife to cut the loaf gently into 12 to 16 cookies.
Lay each cookie on its side and bake another 20 minutes, flipping the cookies midway through. Cool completely to achieve that signature crunch. The centers will be a bit soft if eaten warm. These are perfect for dunking in coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
Optional: Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second bursts and gently dip half of each biscotti into it lengthwise. Flip the biscotti chocolate-side-up onto a sheet tray and allow the chocolate to set.
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Long Island State Park Hosts 2025 Winter Concert Series
The New York Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation invites you to warm up from the Winter cold and enjoy the comfort of fine classical music on Sunday afternoons at the Upper Carriage House at Bayard Cutting Arboretum in Great River, New York.
The 2025 Winter Concert Series performance
schedule is as follows:
March 02 – Quintessence
Laura Mole (Violin), Jody Ratner (Viola), Susan Lehr (Cello)
Parking will be limited and on a first come, first served basis throughout the entirety of this concert series. All concerts begin promptly at 1:00PM.
Seating is on first come, first serve basis. The concerts, free to he public, are sponsored by the Islip Arts Council with funding provided by Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Natural Heritage Trust, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
For more information, please call the Islip Arts Council at (631) 888-3525. For information on the day of the concert, please call Bayard Cutting Arboretum at (631) 581-1002.
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250
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Fifth Grader Victorious
In Paper Football Challenge
Fifth graders at Deauville Gardens East Elementary School in the Copiague School District are showing off their accuracy skills and ability to operate under pressure. Ahead of the highly anticipated Super Bowl LIX, they recently participated in their own version of the big game with the winner taking on News12 reporter Kevin Maher.
Mr. Maher visited with fifth grade students in midJanuary to challenge them to
a paper football tournament. He explained the rules of the game, including how to score field goals and touchdowns. Each game consisted of two 90-second halves.
The fifth grade students in each of the four classes battled against each other to name a winner. The champions then went headto-head in paper football games until Jacob Estevez was ultimately named the winner.
On Jan. 30, Mr. Maher and the New12 crew came to the school for the Paper Super Bowl match. Copiague students, dressed in blue and holding up signs of encouragement, cheered on their fellow classmate as he took on the challenge. After an intense game, Estevez was crowned the winner, with a 54-27 victory. Photos courtesy of Copiague School District
Moose Corner
Lindenhurst Moose Lodge 1421 883 South Broadway Lindenhurst, NY 11757
All of the Following events are for Members and Qualified Guests. For Members only our Main Dining Hall is available for your Special events,Showers, Weddings, Birthdays, etc. Contact Coworker Theresa Restivo 631-252-4203 for Information.
Saturday, 03/01/2025:
“Country Night” – Enjoy an evening of County, music by Country DJ “Neil” and Line Dancing lesson by “Sandy”. Tickets available at the door at $ 15, dancing starts at 7:00 pm.
Saturday, 03/08/2025:
“St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance” – Everyone is
Irish for St. Patrick’s Day, so come and wear your green at our annual Dinner Dance. Enjoy a traditional Corned Beef Dinner with all the fixing and Soda & Domestic Tap Beer included. There will be Irish Dancing, Music, Dancing, Karaoke, Raffles & 50/50. Advance Tickets are on sale now for $35, but also at the door for $40. Doors open at 6:00 pm.
General Membership Meetings every 1st & 3rd Monday, starting at 8:00pm. We also have Dart’s Night on every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Social Quarters. Events Tickets are available in our Social Quarters, or contact the Lodge at (631) 226-4364, or via email at Lodge1421@gmail.com
If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please contact us or go to our website at www.MooseLodge1421. com
All Members must present their Membership Card upon entering the building, If you do not have your Membership Card you must sign the guest book. Please Call the Social Quarters after 6:00pm 631-226-4364
Thank you for supporting our Community, Mooseheart, Moosehaven & Our Lodge. LIKE us on FacebookLOOM1421 (The Official Lodge Page) & Our Lodge. LIKE us on FacebookLOOM1421 (The Official Lodge Page).
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Virtual Enterprise Offers Real-World Lessons
Students in John Danaher’s virtual enterprise class at Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School are learning the essential practices of running a successful business. The program boasts an immersive experience in the world of entrepreneurship. Those enrolled in the course
will develop essential leadership, professional and functional skills to thrive as real-world business executives.
This is the first year of the program at the high school; next year, the virtual enterprise class will mirror a business operation with high schoolers functioning as different
business executives in a simulated office setting. Currently, students are learning key terms and functions in the industry while brainstorming ideas in small groups. Most recently, they worked collaboratively to create a company logo, slogan and flyer as part of their midyear project.
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parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, and welcomes over
80 million visitors annually. For more information on any of these recreation areas, visit parks.ny.gov, download the free NY State Parks Explorer app or call
518.474.0456. Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), the OPRHP Blog or via the OPRHP Newsroom.
Photo courtesy of Copiague School District
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