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Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce Annual Volunteer Firefighters Of The Year Awards!
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce was honored to celebrate the bravery and dedication of our local heroes at their annual awards ceremony! They were proud to recognize the tireless efforts of the Massapequa Fire Department and North Massapequa Fire Department, who selflessly serve and protect the community.
Congratulations to the well-deserving honorees: From the Massapequa Fire Department, Fire-
Medic David Lee (Rescue Company 3) and Firefighter Eric Devine (Ladder Company 6); from the North Massapequa Fire Department, Ex-Chief Mark Frascella (Engine Company 3) and Ex-Captain Jack Smalley (Ladder Company
1). Their commitment to serving the community is a shining example of the very best of our fire departments. Thank you to Commissioner Mike Hanna and the Massapequa Fire Department for hosting us at their firehouse and
making the afternoon special.
Thanks to our Event Sponsor, Investment Insight Wealth Management, LLC, for your generous support. Their commitment to giving back to our community is truly appreciated!
And a big thank you to Sal’s Place, Burns Park Deli, and Burgerology Long Island for providing a delicious spread of food that the guests enjoyed throughout the afternoon!
Photo courtesy of Holden Leeds
FEATURING
Recipe Of The Week: Seafood Pancakes
It’scustomary for people participating in Lenten fasting to skip meat and poultry dinners on Fridays between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. It is a sacrifice symbolic of the sacrifices of Jesus Christ. However, opting for vegetables and fish in lieu of meats doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor. “Seafood Pancakes” from “Judy Joo’s Korean Soul Food” (White Lion Publishing) are a popular Korean appetizer. Any shellfish can be substituted, but the ingredients listed help keep the pancakes crispy. Enjoy this dish as a light lunch or in addition to other offerings for a tasty dinner.
Makes 4 to 5 pancakes
2 ounces mussels, cleaned and debearded
2 ounces clams, cleaned
3 1⁄4 ounces rice flour
2 tablespoons cornflour
2 1⁄2 ounces self-rising flour
2 tablespoons dwengjang (Korean soy bean paste)
Directions:
In a large saucepan, add enough water so that it’s threequarters full and bring to a boil. Add the mussels and clams and cook until the shells open. Remove the shellfish and set aside to cool. Retain 3⁄4 ounces of the cooking liquor then strain it to remove the meat from the shells of the mussels and clams and set aside.
In a large bowl, gently whisk together the rice flour, cornflour, self-rising flour, dwengjang, pepper, salt and 8 ounces of cold water and liquor from the cooked shellfish until smooth. Add the brown shrimp, mussels, clams, spring onions, garlic and red chillies (keeping the seeds, if you like more heat) and stir batter until thoroughly combined.
1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large pinches of sea salt
3 1⁄2 ounces brown shrimp
5 spring onions, julienned
1 teaspoon garlic, grated or finely chopped
2 red chillies, thinly sliced at an angle
Vegetable oil for frying
In a large nonstick frying pan, heat a generous drizzle of oil over a medium-high heat. Spoon in the batter and spread it evenly to form a pancake about 5 inches wide. Fry until golden brown and crispy on the base, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Carefully flip and cook for a further 3 to 4 minutes until the other side is golden. Transfer to a kitchen paper-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the frying pan as needed.
Serve immediately with a favorite dipping sauce.
Breakfast Program Survey
The Massapequa School District will be conducting a survey of parents of kindergarten through fifth grade students who attend the Massapequa elementary schools to determine if there is any interest in a school breakfast program. If insufficient interest is determined, an exemption to participate in this program will be requested by the board of education to the New York State Education Department.
Parents and taxpayers are asked to share their concerns regarding the district’s survey and exemption request by contacting the Massapequa Food Service office in writing at Massapequa Administration, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, N.Y. 11758 or by phone at (516) 308-5745.
Garage Door Sale!
MARCH HAPPENINGS
SAT., MARCH 22nd
10:00AM-1:00PM
LENTEN COLLECTION FOR SOLES4SOULS
Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street, invites the community to join their Lenten Collection for SOLES4SOULS, a nonprofit organization that collects new/slightly used shoes and distributes them to people in need. Donations can be brought to their Grant Avenue entrance.
SUN., MARCH 23rd
11:00AM-5:00PM
ST JAMES MODEL RAILROAD CLUB
WINTER OPEN HOUSE
Located at the Mills Pond House in St James. Once again opening to the public with many new additions to the Layout There is a requested donation, Adults $2.00, Children .50. PLEASE NOTE: The St. James Model Railroad Club is not handicapped accessible. For further information call evenings 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732
12:00PM-4:00PM
ANNUAL ST JOSEPH CELEBRATION
Long Island Society of Italian Americans (LISIA) are getting ready for their annual St Joseph Celebration at The Inn at New Hyde Park. $100.00 per person includes antipasto, complete dinner, beer, wine & soda and dancing. Call Diane Langella @ 516-398-3484 for additional information and reservations.
TUES., MARCH 25th
7:00PM
N. BABYLON LIONS CLUB GENERAL MEETING
HOLIDAYS
9th - Daylight Savings Begins
17th - St. Patrick's Day
20th - Spring Begins
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
151 Phelps Lane - In the Blue Room, in N. Babylon. We're not just Pancakes and Pasta. Join us in helping others while having fun. Contact: Joefatuzzo@gmail.com
THURS., MARCH 27th
6:30PM-9:30PM MUSIC BINGO FUNDRAISER
The Seaford Historical Society will host a fundraiser, Music Bingo, at the museum. The event is $25 per person, which includes 2 bingo cards. There will be raffles, door prize and a 50/50. Coffee and water will be available. The museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Tickets can be purchased at their website seafordhistoricalsociety.org/musicbingo. Seating is limited. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-783-8629
FRI., MARCH 28th
10:00AM-1:00PM FIND YOUR TREASURE SALE
Simpson UMC Presents A Find your treasure sale. Clothing $5 a bag. New Clothing $3 a garment, Household Items, Children’s clothing, toys and furniture, Small animal needs. Something for everyone! Simpson UMC, 30 Locust Avenue in Amityville. Call Mary for more information 516-991-8098
SAT., MARCH 29th
8:30AM-11:30AM
HECKSCHER STATE PARK
MARATHON, HALF
MARATHON & 5K
1 Heckscher State Parkway, Field 6 in East Islip. Rain or Shine. Boston
Qualifier Marathon and USATF
Certified 5K and Half Marathon! The
FREE Health Information Cards Offered To Residents
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino is partnering with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman to provide residents with a Free Health Information Card through the Nassau County Department of Health. This ID card serves as an important tool in the event of an emergency as it allows first responders to quickly identify health and contact information. Photos and cards will be processed on-site, and residents will take their ID card home from the event.
this potentially lifesaving program to our residents. These health ID cards can provide first responders with vital information if one becomes unconscious or incapacitated, making it easier to receive expedited and informed care in the case of a medical emergency.”
course is fully stocked with water and nutrition stops. The course is on fully closed park roads. This is one of the 1st Marathons & Half Marathons of the spring - come run a well supported event at Scenic Heckscher State Park! Each runner will receive a long-sleeved shirt & a finisher medal! For more information, please contact Brendan Dagan 516-531-3323
SUN., MARCH 30th
12:00PM-5:00PM NORTH BABYLON LIONS CLUB DART TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER
Sand City Brewery, 150 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. $39pp to play, includes cold foods and cash bar. $15pp to be a guest, includes cold foods and cash bar. Raffles, 50/50. Come join the fun and support one of their causes. For more info https://www.ourgroupline.org/ TheLionsClubofNorthBabylon/ or contact gail315@optonline.net
2:00PM FREE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
Echoes of Sinatra at the Hicksville Public Library – Keeping the “Sinatra” memory alive! The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call 516-797-7900 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “I’m proud to join with County Executive Bruce Blakeman to offer
Residents will be able to obtain an ID card on the following dates: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Bayville Free Library34 School Street Unit B, Bayville, NY 11709 Tuesday, April 15, 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm Continued On 15
FREE Health Information Cards
To Residents
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at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library- 89 E. Main Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman stated, “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents is a top priority. By partnering with Supervisor Saladino on this important initiative, we’re making it easier for first responders to access critical health information in an emergency. This simple but effective tool can help save lives, and I encourage all residents to take advantage of this free program.”
The Health Information Card will include pertinent information such as allergies, medical conditions, and medications, as well as a photo and an emergency contact. For more information, please contact the Nassau County Department of Health at (516) 227-9697.
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Town Of Oyster Bay Seeks Nominations For Women Of Distinction Program
Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, together with Councilwoman Laura Maier and Councilwoman Vicki Walsh, announced that nominations are now being accepted for the Town’s 2025 Women of Distinction Program. During Women’s History Month, throughout the month of March, residents are invited to nominate extraordinary women who have made a difference in their communities.
“Each year, the Town has the honor of recognizing women who go above and beyond to improve the lives of those around them through our Women of Distinction
Program,” said Councilwoman Maier.
“If you know a special woman who helps make your community a better place to live, we invite you to nominate her to be a 2025 Town of Oyster Bay Woman of Distinction.”
Councilwoman Walsh added, “We are proud to recognize women in our Town and invite residents to submit nominations of those who make a difference and enrich the lives of others. We look forward to sharing their stories and recognizing their efforts to make our community, families and Town a better place to live, work and raise a family.”
Women of Distinction will be recognized
at a special awards ceremony hosted by the Town Board in May. Nominations may be submitted for any achievement or honorable cause performed by the nominee. The Town seeks to recognize individuals for their contributions to the arts, education, environment, athletics, community or civic service, volunteerism or business. Honorees must live or work in the Town of Oyster Bay. To submit a nomination for the Women of Distinction Awards Program, please visit www. oysterbaytown.com/ women or call (516) 624-6380 for an application.
Lenten Season In The Orthodox Church (English Language Services)
We invite you to worship with us during Great Lent at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. The more ancient form of the liturgy, the Divine Liturgy of Saint Basil the Great, is celebrated at 9:30 AM (Hours at 9:00 AM) every Lenten Sunday (from March 9 to April 6 this year). Each of the Sundays of Great Lent has its own special theme, which is reflected in the New Testament readings and hymns of that day, as well as the sermon. All services are conducted in English. A vegan coffee hour follows the Sunday Divine Liturgy during Great Lent. Services are also streamed on https://www. facebook.com/htocem. The full liturgical schedule for Great Lent can be found on the parish website’s calendar at www.htocem.org. For more information, contact us at 516-483-3649 or htocem@gmail. com.
Massapequa Digital Artist To Showcase At Regional Exhibit
Luis Moreno, a senior at Massapequa High School, will have his artwork featured in the upcoming Long Island’s Best Young Artists exhibition at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington.
The show runs from April 6 to May 25. This is the third consecutive year that a Massapequa student has been
selected for the prestigious regional show. Luis will be among 79 featured high school artists.
His piece, “Reflections of Sunlight and Darkness,” is a three-panel digital creation. Using ProCreate software, he made the trio of images based on a friend’s photograph. Luis is a student in Paul Leone’s
Advanced Placement art class, and has previously taken studio art classes. After graduation, he plans to attend college for graphic design.
The annual juried exhibition kicks off with a preview day and awards ceremony for artists, families and teachers on April 5, and opens to the public the following day.
Town Hiring Assistants For Summer
Youth & Adult Tennis Programs
Oyster Bay Town
Councilman Lou Imbroto announced that the Town has openings available for Tennis Assistants in the Adult and Youth Tennis Programs, being held this summer at local Town parks.
“This fun summer job is ideal for a tennis-loving community member looking to build their resume while helping local youngsters or adults improve their game,” said
Councilman Imbroto.
“Town tennis assistants have a lot of fun while receiving hands-on experience and making a difference in the lives of others.”
Tennis Assistants for the Adult Program must be 18 or older and have at least 2 years of experience participating on a tennis team. Applicants should also be available to work from May through September and be able to take direction from
facilitate drills.
Tennis Assistants for the Youth Program must be 16 or older and have 1-2 years’ experience on a tennis team. The Youth Tennis Program runs from June 30th through August 14th (including any necessary makeups).
For more information, prospective applicants should contact the Town of Oyster Bay Department of Parks, Recreation Division, at (516) 797-7945.
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DIGITAL ARTIST TO SHOWCASE AT REGIONAL EXHIBIT - Massapequa High School art teacher Paul Leone, right, congratulated senior Luis Moreno on having his digital piece selected for the upcoming Long Island’s Best Young Artists exhibition at the Heckscher Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
