The Lindenhurst St. Patrick’s Parade Committee recently held a press conference to announce the selection of Joseph & Marguerite Danaher as Grand Marshals of the 2025 Lindenhurst St. Patrick’s Parade! The Danahers, long-time Lindenhurst residents and local business owners, will lead the way down Wellwood Avenue on Saturday, March 29th, 2025 (raindate: Sunday, March 30th, 2025).
Pasta w/Garlic & Oil 50.00 75.00
Pasta Alla Vodka 60.00 90.00 (Creamy Pink Sauce w/Grated Parmigiana Cheese)
Pasta Bolognese 60.00 90.00 (Pink Cream Meat Sauce)
Pasta Alfredo 60.00 90.00
Pasta Primavera 65.00 95.00 (Pink Cream Sauce w/Fresh Garden Vegetables)
Pasta Casalinga 80.00 110.00 (Peas, Prosciutto & Sundried Tomatoes In A Pink Cream Sauce)
Pasta w/Shrimp & Broccoli 85.00 115.00 (Baby Shrimp & Broccoli Sauteed In Garlic & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Served Over Pasta)
Pasta w/Chicken & Broccoli 65.00 95.00
Pasta w/Broccoli & Garlic 60.00 90.00
Pasta D’Estate 80.00 110.00
(Sun Dried Tomatoes & Roasted Peppers w/Mushrooms, Sliced Black Olives, Sauteed w/Garlic, Virgin Olive Oil & Artichokes)
Pasta Carciofi 80.00 110.00
(Sauteed Artichoke Hearts w/Garlic, Peas & Onions)
Pasta Guisseppi 65.00 95.00
(Chopped Broccoli, Zucchini, Sundried Tomatoes, Olives & Mushrooms Sauteed w/Garlic & Onions Then Topped With Mozzarella Cheese)
SATURDAY, DEC. 21st
8:30AM-12:00PM
KIWANIS ROCKS!
BRUNCH WITH SANTA
AMVETS Hall Post 18, 141 Carleton Ave. in Easy Islip. Music, food, raffles, 50/50, Pictures with Santa. Live Star Wars characters. For more information, please call Sandy 631-882-4994, sandyflandina@hotmail.com, Adele Sill 631-327-1278, adele127@ optonline.net
2:00PM
HOLIDAY ON ICE SHOW
Free ‘Holiday on Ice’ Show
Saturday, December 21st at the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center located in Bethpage Community Park, 1001 Stewart Avenue. Admission to the show is free. Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to visit with children and take holiday photographs after the show. Please visit www. oysterbaytown.com for more information or call (516) 797-4121
MONDAY, DEC. 23rd
1:00pm-7:00pm
BLOOD COLLECTION DRIVE
With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Councilman Lou Imbroto invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville. For additional information regarding the Town’s Blood Drive, contact (516) 624-6380. To make an
3rd - Giving Tuesday
21st - Winter begins 25th - Christmas Hanukkah begins at sundown
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
appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at www. oysterbaytown.com/blooddrive
THUR. 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
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
TUESDAY, DEC. 31st
8:30PM-1:30AM
THE NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
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
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
Join the South Shore Audubon Society on a bird walk on Saturday, December 21 , starting at 9 AM, at Hempstead Lake State Park.
The group will meet in parking lot #3. Hempstead Lake State Park is at Exit 18 from the Southern State Parkway. All are welcome. 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. Bring binoculars
To register, text your name and contact information to Joe Landesberg at 516 4679498. No walk if it rains, snows or the temperature is below 25 degrees. Text regarding questionable conditions. For more information, log onto www.ssaudubon.org.
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
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.
On December 22, 2024, KiDS NEED MoRE will proudly celebrate the 10th Anniversary of its HoLiDAY CHEER BUS program—a cherished tradition that brings joy and hope to families coping with serious illness and other tough times. This unique initiative delivers personalized gifts and festive surprises directly to families’ doorsteps, creating unforgettable memories during the holiday season.
Event Schedule
The day begins at 600 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY, with a:
The program culminates in a lively celebration at the Elf After Party, held at Lily Flanagan’s of Babylon on Deer Park Avenue, where volunteers will gather to share their experiences and toast to another successful season of giving back.
For the past decade, the HoLiDAY CHEER BUS has grown into a beloved community tradition, fostering joy, laughter, and connection for families facing life’s toughest challenges. This year’s milestone celebration is a testament to the power of community and the importance of making childhood memories that last a lifetime.
HOW THE CHEER BUS BRINGS MAGIC TO LIFE
Volunteer Elf Teams visit children and families, delivering personalized gifts and festive surprises on a cheer-filled bus. Along the way, teams complete silly challenges that add a playful twist to their visits—think
10 AM - North Pole Press Conference: Learn about the history and impact of the HoLiDAY CHEER BUS, meet the Elf Teams, and hear inspiring stories from
families touched by this program.
11 AM - Cheer Bus Launch: The buses will hit the road, with teams of Elves delivering cheer to families across Long Island Carolinging, wacky dances, and holiday scavenger hunts—all designed to keep spirits high and laughter flowing.
The result? Unforgettable memories of joy and connection.
“Our mission is simple,” shared Melissa Mistletoe Firmes, Executive Director of KiDS NEED MoRE.
“Childhood only happens once. You can’t redo it. You get one chance to make those happy childhood memories that will last a lifetime. That’s what KiDS NEED MoRE is all about.”
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Join us in celebrating this milestone anniversary:
“Together, we can bring smiles and create memories that last a lifetime,” said Melissa Mistletoe Firmes. About KiDS NEED MoRE
KiDS NEED MoRE (Motivational Recovery Environments, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children, families, and young adults coping with serious illness.Through innovative programs and heartfelt initiatives, KiDS NEED MoRE creates unforgettable experiences that foster hope, joy, and community support.
For more information, visit www.kidsneedmore. org.
The 10th Anniversary HoLiDAY CHEER BUS— Creating Joy That Lasts a Lifetime!
Thomas A. Brennan Sr., Thomas A. Brennan Jr.
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15. Fictional soccer coach Ted
16. Irregular in botanical parlance
17. Cease standing
18. “American Horror Story” actress
20. Grow milk teeth
22. Plant parts
23. Snow house
24. Most contemptuous
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2. Norwegian composer
3. Indicates location
4. Pubs
5. Unable to walk easily
6. Electronic warfare-support measures
7. World leader
8. Midsection
9. Jewish calendar month
10. Urological condition
11. A small quantity of anything
28. Note to repay
29. Old English
30. Wings
31. Financial institutions
33. Parks and Lopez are two
37. Mr. T’s “The A-Team” character
38. Relative biological effectiveness (abbr.)
39. Give off
41. Semitic alphabet letter
42. Farm state
43. Actress Sarandon
44. Back parts
46. Zoroastrian concept of holy fire
49. Touchdown
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24. Short-billed rails
25. Newborn child
26. Sword
27. Groups of people
31. Prickly, scrambling shrubs
32. Become less intense
34. Polishes
35. Indicates position
36. Songs sung to one’s beloved
40. The 12th letter of the Greek alphabet 41. Insects
45. Israeli politician
50. One point north of due east
51. Refurbishes
55. Silver and Dogg are two
58. Former Tigers catcher Alex
59. Type of envelope
60. Seriously considered
64. Unhappy
65. Past (archaic)
66. Asian wild dog
67. Old English letter
68. Young domestic sheep
69. Football players need to gain them
70. Witness
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48. Roaming
52. Ambience
53. Brew
54. Late
56. Make ecstatically happy
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Even though the debate continues regarding the merits of artificial and real Christmas trees, it seems there is a winner, at least within the United States. According to Statista, 47 percent of American households own an artificial Christmas tree, while 24 percent purchase real trees. Though real trees might not be as popular as their artificial alternatives, the number of real trees that are purchased each year remains significant. According to the National Christmas Tree Association, roughly 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees are sold annually in the United States.
12-Step support group giving Hope & Strength to parents, family and friends concerned with a loved one’s destructive behavior caused by Alcohol, Drugs or Related Behavioral Problems is now meeting virtually until further notice. For further information e-mail or call: Donna526@aol.com or (631) 835.8788; Diane (631) 587.0966, www. FamiliesAnonymous.org
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2002-2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 20022, -against-
JAMES R. LAZNOVSKY, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on DECEMBER 18, 2023, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2002-2, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-2 is the Plaintiff and JAMES R. LAZNOVSKY,
ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 6, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 717 SOUTH 9TH ST, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-021.0001.00-021.000.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 032448/2010.
Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900
Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
LIND N & S 1549 - 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 & 12/25/24
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY,
-against-
ALLAN E. SUDMANN, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on October 19, 2017, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY is the Plaintiff and ALLAN E. SUDMANN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 8, 2025 at 9:00AM, premises known as 155 WYONA AVE, N LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0100-226.0001.00-081.000.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT LINDENHURST IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 021095/2013. Jeffrey Arlen Spinner, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
LIND N & S 1550 - 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 & 12/25/24
BID # 24-01
Lindenhurst HS and MS Cap and Gowns
The Lindenhurst Union Free School District is requesting bids from qualified vendors interested in supplying Cap and Gowns to District students and staff for commencement ceremonies at the Lindenhurst High School and Middle School. Full specifications can be found within the bid packet, which can be obtained by contacting District Purchasing Agent Daniel Snyder at dsnyder1@lufsd.org or 631867-3041.
Sealed bids will be received and opened by the Lindenhurst Union Free School District in the Administration Building, 350 Daniel Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 at 11:00 AM on Monday, January 13, 2025
The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any bid containing informalities or to reject all bids and make no award.
LIND N & S 629 - 12/18/24
- The OLPH Knights of Columbus and the Lindenhurst Memorial Library have a coat and winter gear collection bin in the library’s lobby. The proceeds will be donated to St. Vincent de Paul at Our Lady of Perpetual Help. The tri will continue until the end of January 2025, and this is another example of community engagement between key organizations focused on supporting those in need. Stop by and drop off a coat!
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
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas all over the world. Christmas celebrations include various time-honored traditions that celebrants hold near and dear to their hearts. Depending on where someone lives, their Christmas traditions may look quite different from those in other parts of the globe.
It can enjoyable to learn how Christmas is celebrated elsewhere and perhaps even incorporate a few new traditions into your celebrations. Take a peek at these customs near and far.
“Bad Santa” is the talk of town. Villagers believed that Krampus, a halfman, half-goat creature with a legion of illtempered elves, roamed the mountains wreaking havoc. Krampus was said to abduct miscreants and set unruly youth or even intoxicated adults straight. Today, Krampus is more the “bad cop” to Santa’s “good cop” persona. Krampus is celebrated as an antihero at parades and other events.
of this gift-giving taking place on Christmas, La Befana hands out gifts on the Epiphany Eve in a similar way to how the Three Magi brought presents to Baby Jesus. Le Befana also is believed to fly through the night sky to sweep away all the troubles of the old year and clear the way for a fresh start.
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• Seafood and beachside celebrations: Australia is located in the southern hemisphere, which means Aussies are enjoying the peak of their summer come December 25. A white Christmas is unlikely, unless the “white” refers to white, sandy beaches. Santa is probably swapping his thick coat for a pair of board shorts, and heavy, roast-laden meals are unlikely to make it on to the menu. Instead, Australians dine on seafood feasts and spend Christmas outdoors camping or at the beach.
• Krampus parade: Some Christmas elves are not so jolly. Just ask residents of the Austrian, German and Hungarian Alps. Each year in this region, a true
• Las Posadas: According to scripture, Joseph and Mary had to make an arduous journey from their hometown to Bethlehem for census purposes while Mary was pregnant. When the couple arrived, they found lodgings were nonexistent, and Mary ended up giving birth to Jesus in a manger surrounded by animals. In celebration of that journey, people in Mexico and Guatemala celebrate Las Posadas, a procession representing Mary and Joseph’s journey and their struggle to find lodging.
• La Befana: In Italian folklore, La Befana is a witch-like old woman who, like Santa, delivers gifts to children throughout Italy. Instead
• Move over reindeer: Although reindeer often garner fanfare this time of year, the Yule goat is a Christmas symbol and tradition in Scandinavia and northern Europe. Each year in towns throughout Sweden and other areas, large statues of Yule goats are built on the first day of Advent and stand throughout the holiday season. This tradition dates back to ancient Pagan festivals, and some believe the goat is connected to the Norse god Thor, who rode in the sky in a chariot pulled by two goats.
Holiday traditions differ considerably in various regions of the world. Celebrants may want to consider incorporating foreign traditions into their own Christmas celebrations this year.
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To see the world through a child’s eyes during the holidays is to truly believe in magic. – Unknown
Remember the excitement of being a child during the holidays? Seeing the lights all around town, everyone in a festive mood, and the wonderful smells of baked cookies, bread, and cakes coming from the kitchen?
Take time this week to rediscover the joy of believing, the wonder of giving, and the simple pleasures of time spent with loved ones.
And you can find ALL of it in Lindenhurst!
With my deepest gratitude, JoAnn
JOANN CILLA BROKER/OWNER
203 E. Montauk Hwy.
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
Office: 631-539-6000
Cell: 516-429-1911
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