February 5, 2025 West Babylon South by Long Island Media Group

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EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

West Babylon Public Library

$8.

FRIDAY FLICKS

www.wbpl.us

Nancy Evans, Director ***

YOGA

Wednesdays: February 5-26 WBA402 6-7 pm

Non-refundable/transferable fee for the 4-week session: $8.

ESTATE PLANNING

BASICS

Thursday, February 6, 4-5 pm WBA206

Join us as we discuss the importance of having basic estate planning documents in place including advance directives. We will also touch upon new changes that could affect your estate planning.

ZUMBA

Fridays: February 7-28 WBA412 10:15-11:15 am

Non-refundable/transferable fee for the 4-week session:

Movies begin at 1 pm WBA720

Fridays: February 7: It Ends with Us (PG-13, 131 min)

PAINT NIGHT: LOVE

Monday, February 10, 6:45-8:30 pm WBA119

Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.

CRICUT CRAFTING: PERSONALIZED WINE BAG

Monday, February 10, 6:30-8:30 pm WBA801

Learn how to design your own personalized wine bag using our Makerspace Cricut machine. Non-refundable/ transferable materials fee: $5.

BALLROOM DANCING: TANGO

Tuesday, February 11, 12:30-1:30 pm WBA427

Join dance instructor, Michelle to learn how to dance this timeless classic.

Non-refundable/transferable fee: $5.

VALENTINE’S DAY FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS

Tuesday, February 11, 7-8 pm WBA120

Join florist Irene to create a beautiful floral arrangement. Non-refundable/ transferable materials fee: $5.

MEDICAID ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE

Wednesday, February 12, 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.

SKY TOTE KIT

February 13-19 WBA121

A YouTube Link will be provided by the Library. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.

DIY: P.S. I LOVE YOU DAY KIT

February 14-20 WBA122

P.S. I Love You Day is a registered non-profit organization in New York state, dedicated to eradicating the stigma around mental health. Register for this take-home DIY sign kit and help us spread a little kindness. West Babylon Card holders only.

Newspapers Have Helped Shape The World

Newspapers have helped shape the world for decades, serving as invaluable resources that highlight both national and local news, retail information, cultural events, and much more. Although several newspapers now offer online versions of their publications, many readers remain partial to print versions. Those who purchase printed newspapers daily or subscribe to home delivery should consider recycling the papers to protect the planet. According to the environmental resource EarthEcho International, recycling a single run of the Sunday issue of The New York Times - or a comparable paper’s Sunday edition - would save 75,000 trees.

Social Security’s Ticket To Work Program

(NAPSI)—Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program helps Social Security disability beneficiaries achieve financial independence. The program connects you with free, individualized employment services to prepare for the workforce, search for a job and stay employed. Learn more at 1-866-968-7842 and choosework.ssa.gov.

The Town of Babylon Green Homes program celebrated the completion of its 2,000th energy retrofit project at a press conference on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the Town’s sustainability fair. This milestone has been a remarkable achievement

Town Of Babylon Green Homes Celebrates 2,000th Energy Retrofit Project

in the program’s ongoing efforts since 2008 to promote energy efficiency and sustainability.

Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer also announced the award of the new “Bridge the Gap” grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, totaling $235,330.

The grant will enable the Green Homes program to assist more residents this year in affording airsource heat pumps and weatherization projects. The grant provides retrofit funding in disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged communities, aligning with

state and federal goals to ensure equitable access to renewable energy solutions. The announcement also highlighted the program’s future plans, including leveraging increased townallocated funding in 2025 to expand outreach and educational efforts to

accelerate the transition to clean energy for more homeowners, particularly those with low to moderate income.

The Town’s sustainability fair provided innovative and informational presentations, booths, and activities to help residents live greener,

healthier and moare costefficient lifestyles. Residents had the opportunity to learn about electric vehicles, cold climate air-source heat pumps, nutritious mealprep, exercise routines, and local, state, and federal incentives, rebates, and lowinterest financing.

Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer discusses the positive impact of the Town of Babylon Green Homes program.

Town of Babylon resident Nancy Tyson explains the transformational effects of the work done by the Town of Babylon Green Homes program on her bills.

FEATURING

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1/2 Tray of Wings (Buffalo, BBQ or Teriyaki

Garage Door Sale!

West Babylon Welcomes Newest Eagle Scout

On Sunday, January 19th, Legislator Kevin McCaffrey joined Troop 2014 in recognizing Matthew Von Buttgereit, West Babylon’s newest Eagle Scout! For his Eagle Scout Service Project, Matthew helped restore the Stonebridge Dock on Robbins Road in the Village of Babylon. He was asked to build three new planters, as the old planters were built by another Eagle Scout many years ago and were falling apart. Matthew is currently a sophomore at the West Babylon Senior High School. He is an AP student, maintains a spot on the school’s high honor roll, is a member of the Technical Honor Society, and a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions. In Troop 2014, Matthew has held numerous leadership positions, including Troop Historian, Patrol Leader, and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader. He is also a member of the Order of the Arrow, Scouting’s National Honor Society.

Seniors Enjoy Winter White Party

Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) recently attended the Town of Babylon Tanner Park Senior Center’s 2025 Winter White Party. Held in Copiague on Friday, January 24, the joyous event is just one of many celebrations put on by the center and was a festive and exciting day for Babylon seniors.

This year’s Winter White event was attended by senior citizens from throughout

the town who enjoyed the good food, games and music – all while dressed in white! Currently under the direction of Kerry Riordan, Tanner Park Senior Center is one of the six senior centers in the Town of Babylon. As with all the centers, it serves as a recreation, socialization and information resource center for Babylon residents.

“It was wonderful to attend the Tanner Park Senior Center’s 2025 Winter

White Party to spend time with our Babylon Seniors,” said Legislator Donnelly. “Director Riordan and her incredible staff go above and beyond to create programs that bring energy and foster engagement for and with our local seniors. This event was yet another example of their outstanding efforts, and we are truly grateful for all they do every day!”

Recipe Of The Week: Spicy Soy Chicken Wings

Whilethe exciting action on the gridiron is a cause for celebration among millions of football fans, the food enjoyed during game day provides much to look forward to as well. Certain foods have become part and parcel of watching a particular sport. For example, who can attend a baseball game and resist the temptation to indulge in a hot dog? For football fans, chicken wings are the go-to game day dish. There’s no shortage of ways to prepare chicken wings, but fans who like their game day grub to have a little kick can try this recipe for “Spicy Soy Chicken Wings” courtesy of Andrew Schloss’s “Cooking Slow: Recipes for Slowing Down and Cooking More” (Chronicle Books).

Makes 4 servings

4 lbs. chicken wings, cut into sections at the joints, tapered wing tips trimmed and discarded

Coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

2⁄3 cup soy sauce

Directions:

2⁄3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1⁄8 teaspoon hot chili powder, preferably habanero

2 garlic cloves, minced

Combine the chicken wing pieces with a generous amount of salt and pepper in a large zippered plastic bag. Close the bag tightly and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or up to 24 hours.

Preheat the oven to 225 F. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish in a single layer without crowding. In a small saucepan, stir together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, cayenne, chili powder, and garlic and heat to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Pour over the chicken. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and cook until the chicken is nearly falling off the bone, about 3 hours.

Raise the oven temperature to 450 F and continue baking until the chicken browns and the sauce thickens into a glaze, about 10 minutes longer. Watch carefully near the end of the cooking time to avoid burning. Toss the wings in the sauce to coat and serve.

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Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly, pictured center left, joins from left, seniors Carol Lyden, Ann Krauthamer, Dee Ladato, Marie Doherty and Darla Raymond at the Tanner Park Senior Center 2024 Winter White Party on Friday, January 24 in Copiague.

New York State Parks On Long Island Celebrate Black History Month

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce Black History Month 2025 at your Long Island State Parks.

The month-long celebration highlights some of America’s notable African Americans and their accomplishments through informative posters and pictures. We invite you to visit us to learn more about these great Americans and their impact on American history and culture.

Displays throughout the month of February are at these Long Island State Park locations:

Hempstead Lake State Park Environmental Education and Resiliency Center, West Hempstead

Open daily 9am - 4pm, for information call 516-7661029

Celebrating Black History – Free Family Program –February 1st 10am – 11am – Ages 6+

Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center-West End 2, Wantagh

Open daily 9am - 4:30pm, for information call 516-

809-8222

Jones Beach State Park, Administration Building, Wantagh

Open daily 8:00am – 4:30pm, for information call 516785-1600

LI State Parks Regional Headquarters Lobby, West Babylon

Open Monday through Friday 10am – 4pm, for information call 631-321-3510

Planting Fields Arboretum Hoffman Conference Center, Oyster Bay

Open daily 10am – 4pm, for information call 516-9228600

Nissequogue River State Park – Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building, Kings Park

Open daily 8am – 4pm, for more information call 631269-4927

Additional to displays, there will be special programs and workshops being offered through Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center and the Long Island State Parks

Legislator Donnelly And

Office

Environmental Education Department. Please visit www.jonesbeachenc.org/programs and www.eventbrite. com/o/nys-parks-long-island-environmental-education33908178297 for information on program dates, times, locations, and how to sign up.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 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.

For The Aging Announce Babylon And Huntington Winter Senior Advocate Schedules

Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Winter 2025 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.

“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need

in ways that are most convenient to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly.

“I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”

This winter, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:

• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park: Friday, March 21, 9 – 11 am

• North Amityville Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville: Wednesdays, February 19 & March 19, 10 am – 1 pm

• Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesdays, February 5 & March 5, 8:30 – 11:00 am

• Tanner Park Senior Nutrition, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Tuesday, February 11 & Wednesday March 12, 8:30 am – 1 pm

• Spangle Drive Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesdays,

January 28, February 25 & March 25, 12 – 3:30 pm

• West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon: Thursday March 27, 10 am – 12 pm

• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesdays, February 19 & March 12, 10 am – 1 pm

In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:

• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesdays, February 19 & March 19, 8:30 am

– 1:30 pm

• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursdays, February 27 & March 27, 8:30 am – 12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications. They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more

information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 8538200.

“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and trouble-free access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”

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.

FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS

THURS. FEB. 6th

11:00AM 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

FRI. FEB. 7th

10:00AM-1:00PM

$5 BAG SALE

Simpson UMC will be having a $5 bag sale. Come and ﬁll a bag which will be provided.Lots of other treasures will be available for purchase as well. Something for everyone! Simpson is located at 30 Locust Ave, Amityville, NY 11701. Call Mary for additional information 516-991-8098

SAT. FEB. 8th

10:30AM-12:30PM

FOREST THERAPY WALK

Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy. in Great River. Join a certiﬁed forest therapy guide on a walk to slow down, wander, and notice the beauty of nature. This will be a lengthy walk, so please wear comfortable, study shoes and warm clothing. $45/pp. https://www.forestbathingﬁnder. com/

HOLIDAYS

2nd - Groundhog Day

14th - Valentine's Day 17th - Presidents' Day

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11:00AM-3:00PM

WINTERFEST 2025

Levittown Community Council WinterFest 2025, Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road in Levittown. Free admission, crafts, entertainment, and eye screening. OTHER: Featuring Nassau Lionel Operating Engineers, balloon magic by MsMatch the Clown, music by deejay Tim Aldridge. For information visit: levittowncouncil@yahoo.com

3:00PM

VALENTINE'S DAY CONCERT

Valentine's Day Concert

Featuring Kathryn Wilson, soprano soloist. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690. A free-will offering will be taken.

TUES. FEB. 11th

7:00PM

REPUBLIC AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING

7150 Republic Airport, Room 201 in Farmingdale. For information call 631-752-7707 x6109 or email: info@republicairport.net

7:00PM

NARCAN TRAINING

Learn to save lives, free Naloxone/ Narcan training, sponsored by St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 29 Brooksite Drive in Smithtown. It’s a medication to reverse effects of an overdose of opioids and is taught by CN

Guidance & Counseling Services. Limited seating, RSVP: TEXT: 631374-9281, Pat Reynolds or EMAIL: stthomassundayschool@gmail.com

SAT. FEB. 15th

11:00AM-1:00PM MAPLE SUGARING

Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve. This interactive program geared for adults will teach you how to make your own maple syrup at home! Not recommended for children. Please call for Reservations 631-423- 1770. Registration Required

SUN. FEB. 16th

3:00PM-7:00PM ANNUAL OUTREACH DANCE SPONSORED BY THE LADIES ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS Join them for their Annual Fundraiser at Division 2 Hall in Babylon. $40 pp includes beer, wine, soda, buffet dinner, dessert, Irish coffee Bar. Bring a bag of non-perishable food for inclusion in a Special Rafﬂe! Reservations are a MUST call or text Mary Gibbons 631-671-6178

FRI. FEB. 21st

6:3-PM 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 @ 631-745-3007

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The West Babylon Union Free School District will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 10, 2025 pursuant to NYS Education Law 402-a for the purpose of discussing the proposed consolidation of five elementary schools into four elementary schools together with the closing/ repurposing of the Forest Avenue Elementary School as recommended in the Districts Long Range Planning Committee report which is available on the Districts website.

The hearing will be held in the PAC Auditorium at the West Babylon Senior High School, located at 500 Great East Neck Road, West Babylon, at 5:00 p.m. Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly, the Superintendent of Schools, will be conducting the hearing.

This Public Hearing will be streamed live, for viewing purposes only, via the West Babylon School District YouTube channel. Access is available through the district website at www.wbschools. org.

Jailin M. Parada, District Clerk West Babylon School District 631-376-7008

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA

AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA:

El Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon tendrá una audiencia pública el lunes, 10 de febrero de 2025 de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York 402-a con el propósito de discutir la propuesta de consolidación de cinco escuelas primarias en cuatro escuelas primarias, junto con el cierre / reutilización de la Escuela Primaria Forest Avenue como se lo

recomendado en el informe del Comité de Planificación a Largo Plazo del Distrito que está disponible en el sitio web del Distrito.

La audiencia se llevará a cabo en el Auditorio PAC en el West Babylon Senior High School, ubicado en 500 Great East Neck Road, West Babylon, a las 5:00 p.m. Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly, el Superintendente de Escuelas, se llevará a cabo la audiencia.

Esta audiencia pública será transmitida en vivo, únicamente para su visualización, a través del canal de YouTube del Distrito Escolar de West Babylon. El acceso está disponible a través de la página web del distrito en www.wbschools. org.

Jailin Parada, Secretaria del Distrito West Babylon School District 631-376-7008

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Families Anonymous Virtual Meetings

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

Unified Window Systems Inc. Honors Founder

Welcomes His Son As New CEO To Continue His Legacy

It is with great sadness that Unified Window Systems Inc. announces the passing of its founder and CEO, Steven Joseph DiMare, on January 6, 2025.

Steve established the family-owned and operated business in 1989 with a vision of providing highquality home improvement services while treating every customer like family.

Family meant everything to Steve, and he made sure to treat his employees and customers as such. After all, home is where the heart is.

Steve’s journey in the construction industry began humbly, working as

a young laborer carrying windows up multiple flights of stairs in New York City.

Over the years, he advanced from laborer to installer to foreman, before eventually founding Unified Window Systems Inc. in 1989, starting as one showroom in Hempstead Village. His grit, dedication, and ambition turned Unified into a trusted name in the home remodeling industry, completing over 350,000 projects across the New York Metro area. In 2019, with the help of his son, Steven Michael DiMare, the company obtained a DBA as Unified Home Remodeling

in order to showcase its evolution into a full-service remodeling provider. What began as a window installation company now offers a wide array of home improvement services, including doors, siding, roofing, masonry, fencing, decking, and more.

Steve’s commitment to quality and customer care extended beyond his business. He was heavily involved with New Ground, a local charity dedicated to helping veterans and families break the cycle of homelessness. His contributions to the community and generosity

of spirit will remain central to Unified’s mission.

As Unified moves into the next chapter, the company is proud to announce that Steven M. DiMare will assume the role of CEO.

Steven began working for the family business in high school, learning the company from the ground up—as his father did before him—beginning as a warehouse worker, then a laborer, a quality control inspector, and a home remodeling expert. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Steven began working as Unified’s marketing director in 2019,

before being promoted to Vice President, where he worked diligently alongside his father in anticipation of Steve’s intended retirement in the next few years. Though that timeline has now been moved up, Steven is confident that Unified’s legacy as a dependable and beloved provider of home improvements will continue.

“Unified Home Remodeling is more than just a company; it’s a family,” remarked Steven M. DiMare. “My father’s dedication to quality, honesty, and treating every customer like family has set

the standard for everything we do. With the incredible team my father built and the support of my family, we will continue to uphold those principles and grow Unified for generations to come.”

Unified’s success has been driven by its team, many of whom have been with the company for decades. This loyalty, coupled with a 99.6% customer satisfaction rating, underscores Unified’s dedication to excellence and the legacy Steven Joseph DiMare leaves behind.

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:

February 02 – Serenade

Duo Gerry Saulter (Guitar)

Michelle La Porte (Flute)

February 09 – Extra Chi

Terence Purcell (Piano)

Michelle Lisi (Flute)

February 16 – Queensound

Linda Teixeira (Soprano),

Helena Kim (Piano)

March 02 – Quintessence

Laura Mole (Violin), Jody Ratner (Viola),

Susan Lehr (Cello) Karen Gellert (Double Bass), Elinor Zayas (Piano), Hiroko Nakahara (Guest Violinist)

March 09 – Piano Duo Elinor Zayas & Karen Baer

March 16 – Cambiata Cello Duo Paul Finkelstein & Suzanne Mueller

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 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.