CUTTING CEREMONY - MITO On Friday, December 27, 2024, the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Mito at 48 Deer Park Ave. in Babylon. Serving modern Japanese cuisine. Offering both buffet and a la carte dining options. Pictured from left to right: Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Mayor Mary Adams, owners Wade and Yong Chen (brothers) Janet Jiang, and Nancy IglesiasGillen, President, Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce. Photo courtesy of N Studios, Ltd
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• Rigatoni
• Stuffed Shells (16 Pc)
• Manicotti (8 Pc)
• Jumbo Cheese Ravioli (16 Pc)
Second Course (Choose One)
Entree:
• Chicken Marsala
• Chicken Francese
• Eggplant Parmigiana
• Chicken Parmigiana
• Sausage & Peppers
• Chicken with Sundried Tomatoes & Broccoli
• Eggplant Rollatine
• Meatballs
Salad (Choose One)
• Garden Salad • Caesar Salad
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Presiding Officer McCaffrey And County Executive Romaine Announce Water Reuse Plan
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey joined County Executive Ed Romaine and environmental experts to announce Suffolk County’s plans for water reuse at the Bergen Point Wastewater Treatment Plant in West Babylon!
“This project will let Bergen Point be known for helping water quantity, as well as water quality. This is a great step forward to see if we can effectively take the wastewater and, instead of letting it flow into the
ocean, use the effluent for irrigation and other purposes to help recharge the aquifer and reduce the nitrates in our water,” said Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey (LD-14).
The plan calls for internal usage at the plant and for irrigating the adjacent Bergen Point Golf Course, one of four 18-hole courses — all on or near the major water bodies of Long Island — operated by Suffolk County.
“By proposing innovative solutions, we stand committed to decreasing
stress on our region’s aquifer and improving water quality in Suffolk County. I thank the County Executive and hope all the planned projects will work together to improve Suffolk’s water quality,” said McCaffrey.
Piccirillo (LD-8), Catherine Stark (LD-1), Tom Donnelly (LD-16), and Ann Welker (LD-2), Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer,
Seatuck Environmental Association Executive Director Enrico Nardone
Senior Conservation Policy Advocate John Turner, and Deputy County Executive Jennifer Juengst, and Suffolk County Commissioner of Public Works Charles Bartha.
This project and the many expected to follow are a direct result of the adoption of the Suffolk County Water Quality Restoration Act, penned by Presiding Officer McCaffrey, and the approval by Suffolk residents of a long-term effort to expand and upgrade Suffolk County’s aging wastewater infrastructure.
On Election Day, voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 2 to grant the County the authority to establish a new, stable, and long-term funding source for wastewater improvement projects, and extends the current ¼ sales tax which funds water quality initiatives and open space acquisitions.
Officials joining McCaffrey and Romaine in support of water reuse efforts and the Bergen Point project included Deputy Presiding Officer Steven Flotteron (LD11), Legislators Anthony
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LEARN HOW: WINTER BEANIE WBA806
Wednesday, January 22, 11 am-1 pm WBA200
Learn how to design your own winter beanie using our Makerspace Cricut machine. Non-refundable/transferable
materials fee: $5
MEDICAID ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE
Wednesday, January 8, 10 am-1 pm
Sign up is first-come, firstserved and free of charge. For more information, call the Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council at 631-435-3000.
YOGA
Wednesdays:
January 8-29 WBA401 6-7 pm
Non-refundable/transferable fee for the 4-week January sessions: $8
PAINT NIGHT:
WINTER’S CALM Thursday, January 9, 6:45-8:30 pm WBA112
Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5
ZUMBA
Fridays: January 10-31 10:15-11:15 am WBA411
Non-refundable/ transferable fee for the 4-week January sessions: $8.
UEPI ISLAND:
SCUBA DIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD
Monday, January 13 7-8:30 pm WBA204 Travel halfway around the world to go diving with the Fish Guy on a small tropical island that is perched on the edge of the longest lagoon in the world!
Recipe Of The Week: Outrageous Barbecued Nachos
Serves 4-6
3 ounces (about 1 cup) pulled pork
3 ounces (about 1 cup) pulled chicken
3 ounces (about 3 slices) sliced and chopped barbecued brisket
1 1⁄2 cups favorite mild barbecue sauce
3⁄4 (10-ounce) bag tortilla chips
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
15 pickled jalapeño slices
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
2. Combine the meats and barbecue sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
3. Spread half of the tortilla chips on a small cookie sheet. Cover the chips with half of the meat and sauce. Top with half of each cheese.
4. Repeat the process on top of this layer, using the other half of the ingredients.
5. Bake until the cheese is completely melted, about 10 minutes. Remove and top with the jalapeños.
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
1. CHECK YOUR GUTTER SYSTEM. Your gutter system is one of the most important structures to look closely at in the Winter. Ice dams can form when your gutters are not cleaned out or damaged. Ice dams form at the edge of a roof & prevent melting snow (water) from draining off the roof. The water then backs up & can leak into your home causing damage to walls, ceilings, insulation, and other areas of your house.
2. CHECK WINDOW & DOOR OPENINGS.
On a cold day put your hand up to your window and door openings to see if you feel any cold air. If you can feel the cold air from outside, heat is escaping your house. Use caulking or weather stripping to seal up the gaps and make the openings air-tight. If that does not work, it may be time to replace your windows or doors.
3. INSULATE YOUR ATTIC.
The best way to keep your home cozy & warm in the Winter is to make sure your home is properly insulated. UNIFIED recommends loose-fill insulation for your attic or crawl space to save up to 30% on your energy bills keeping you warmer in the Winter & cooler in the Summer.
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JANUARY HAPPENINGS
THURS. JAN. 9th
6:30PM-8:00PM CRAFTS & COCKTAILS: TRANQUILI-TEA
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold Spring Harbor. Cozy up with us this winter to explore the thrilling history and surprising uses of tea! Discover how this drink changed the world and learn how drinking - or bathing - in tea may offer surprising benefits. Enjoy a Hot Toddy as you create your own tea-infused bath salts and body scrub to take home with you.for more information, please contact Cristina Ainslie, 631-367-3418
7:00PM
LINDENHURST EVENING HOMEMAKERS GROUP
Join Lindenhurst Evening Homemakers Group at the North Amityville Senior Center 48 Cedar Rd., in Amityville (off of New Hwy.) Open to all, 18 years old & up. Meetings start at 7pm & new members should arrive 15 min. early. Contact Lisa LeBrie at 516-413-7467 for more info.
SAT. JAN. 11th
8:45AM-10:30AM POLAR PLUNGEFreezin for a Reason
Get ready to take the plunge for an amazing cause! Join us for the Town of Huntington 2025 Polar Plunge and show your support for the incredible athletes of the Special Olympics! Location: Crab Meadow Beach in Northport. This event is about more than just a chilly
HOLIDAYS
1st - New Years Day
20th - Martin Luther King Jr. 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
dip, it’s about coming together as a community to celebrate and empower these remarkable athletes. Let’s make a difference together. For more details and to register, visit: www.polarplungeny.org/ Huntington
SUN. JAN. 12th
11:00AM-2:00PM
2025 NYS PARKS
WINTER RUN SERIES at Heckscher State Park, East Islip - Field #2. Absolutely No: Baby Joggers, Rollerbladers, Skaters, Bikers or Pets Are Permitted! For more information, please call Brendan Dagan 516-531-3323
TUES. JAN. 14th
10:00AM-12:00PM PC COMPUTER CLEAN-UP
Learn how to clean & speed up your PC computer with Emma Clark's Technology Education Librarian, Jennifer Mullen. If you have a PC laptop, bring it with you! If you don't have one, don't worry, you can use ours to learn. Free Event. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Emma Clark Library, 120 Main Street in Setauket. For more information, please call 631-941-4080
SAT. JAN. 18th
4:00PM-7:00PM
FAMILY GAME NIGHT
Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street in Farmingdale, invites the community to their Family Game Night. Come have fun with Duck Races, Cornhole
Games, Board Games, Life-Size Jenga, Connect Four, food and much more! Please RSVP to office@farmingdaleumc.org.
SAT. JAN. 25th
8:45AM-12:00PM
8:45AM 5K Start
9:00AM Half Marathon & Marathon Start
ICEBREAKER MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K at Eisenhower Park Field 2 Rain or Shine. Certified course and a Boston Qualifier! The course is a looped course and great for spectating. The course is fully stocked with water and nutrition stops. The course is on park paths and fully closed roads. For more information, please call Brendan Dagan 516-531-3323
9:30AM–4:00PM
DEFENSIVE DRIVING
Will be held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave. in Islip. Fee: $25 check or money order payable directly to New York Safety Training Associates (NYSTA) on the day of the program. For more information, please call 631-581-5933
6:30PM
NIGHT AT THE RACES
Will be held on Saturday, January 25,2025, at Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 N. Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst, Doors open 6:30 p.m. Admission $10.00. For more information, please call 631-888-9854.
How To Care For Winter Birds That Visit Your Yard
The pristine, white backdrop of a snowy winter day can be a wonder to behold. While fresh snow on the ground can make for awe-inspiring landscapes, the absence of greenery amid the starkness of winter poses challenges for animals that do not ride out winter in a state of hibernation.
Several bird species stay in colder climates over the winter. Red-winged crossbills, snow buntings, bohemian waxwings, evening grosbeaks, and
cardinals are just some of the birds one may find while gazing outside on a chilly winter’s day. Birding in the winter can be a rewarding hobby because, despite the chilly conditions, birds tend to be easy to find in bare trees. Furthermore, the colder temperatures may keep many people inside, meaning neighborhoods, trails and parks can be very quiet, making it easier for those who brave the cold to see birds.
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
indicates that winter is a difficult time of year for birds due to the weather and the scarcity of food. Furthermore, birds must consume a lot of food in a short amount of time to have the energy and body warmth to survive each day.
Even birds that store food in caches or have developed special scavenging strategies to find as much food as possible can benefit from a little wintertime help. Penn State Extension suggests providing a variety of foods to attract the
greatest number of species. Small, black-oil sunflower seeds are preferred by many smaller species of bird and have a high oil content that is nutritionally important for birds. Other sunflower seeds will be appropriate for blue jays and cardinals. Some other popular foods include white proso millet, thistle seed, niger seed, and peanuts.
Consult a wild bird store, which likely sells a birdseed mix that enables you to place a variety of seed into one feeder. In addition to
seed, suet, which is made from high-quality animal fat, is crucial for birds in the winter. Families can get crafty by spreading peanut butter onto pine cones and sprinkling seed on top. Hang the pine cones tied to pieces of string from tree branches for homemade feeders.
Birds likely need a little help surviving the winter, when conditions can be bleak. Offering food and observing backyard visitors can be a great way to unwind on winter afternoons.
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Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Receives Donation From The Peconic River Sportsman’s Club
The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition (BBCC) was one of three local breast cancer charities (BBCC, Lucia’s Angels and North Fork Breast Health Coalition) that received grants from The Peconic River Sportsman’s Club (The Club). The Club, located in Manorville, hosted a luncheon and presented checks to each organization. The Club raised $54,000 for the organizations this year and is very close to hitting $250,000 in total after
ten years of hosting this important fundraiser, “Take a Shot at Cancer.”
In addition, The Club also hosts other shooting events for the women currently being treated for breast or gynecological cancer, giving them a day away from thinking about cancer and treatment.
For more information about the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition, call 631-893-4110.
West Babylon’s Science Olympiad Teams Make Mark At Competition
On Dec. 14, two of West Babylon Senior High School’s Science Olympiad teams traveled to Connecticut to compete at a Science Olympiad invitational. Joined by 19 teams from New
York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Rhode Island, West Babylon students competed in 23 different
STEM events. Coached by Andrea Durbin, West Babylon’s Science
Olympiad teams compete at invitationals to help prepare for the annual regional competition – of which only the top six teams will move on to the state competition. At the Connecticut Invitational, West Babylon’s Team A finished in fifth place while West Babylon’s Team B finished in 14th. Medals were awarded to the top three finishing teams in each event. The following students were awarded medals in their individual events:
• Second place in Air
Trajectory: Melanie Jastrzebski and Nicole Rex
• Third place in Air Trajectory: James Graham and Leo Jin
• First place in Astronomy: Addie Eglin and Magdalena Obrycki
• Second place in Fossils: Addie Eglin and Erin Fider
• Third place in Wind Power: Julian Cruz and Magdalena Obrycki
• Second place in Write It Do It: Gabbie Gorczynski and Sofia Fuentes
Two of West Babylon Senior High School’s Science Olympiad teams traveled to
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.
Which of These Costly Homeseller Mistakes Will You Make When you Sell Your Long Island Home?
Long Island - A new report has just been released which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.
This industry report shows clearly how the traditional ways of selling homes have become increasingly less and less effective in today’s market. The fact of the matter is that fully three quarters of homesellers don’t get what they want for their homes and become disillusioned and - worse - financially disadvantaged when they put their homes on the market.
As this report uncovers, most homesellers
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