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TOWN OF BABYLON DECLARES MARCH IRISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH - The Town of Babylon officially celebrated Irish American Heritage Month with a proclamation ceremony on March 11, honoring the rich history, cultural legacy, and lasting contributions of Irish Americans to the community and the nation. As part of the month-long tribute, Town Hall’s iconic cupola was illuminated in green, serving as a proud symbol of Irish heritage and unity. Local officials and members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians joined together to recognize generations of Irish Americans whose values of faith, family, service, and resilience continue to shape the Town of Babylon.
From The First Color TV’s in the 1960’s To The First Flat Screens In The 1990’s From Cable TV In The 1980’s To The Streaming Services In The 2000’s
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Matzah features prominently in Passover celebrations. When the Israelites were fleeing Egypt after Pharoah released them from slavery, the bread they took along had no time to rise. The result was a flattened cracker called
matzah. In addition to eating matzah as their bread source throughout Passover, Jewish families hide a piece of matzah called the afikomen to find at the end of the Seder. A piece of matzah cracker is broken in half. One portion is enjoyed through
the Seder rituals and the other is the “dessert” that will be eaten at the end and conclude the ceremony. Hiding the afikomen helps ensure that children stay engaged until the end. Once found, the piece of matzah may be redeemed for a small gift.
EGG HUNT EASTER
BHS Research Students Take A Trip To The Museum Of Natural History
Science research students at Babylon High School recently had the opportunity to visit the American Museum of Natural History. Photo courtesy of the Babylon Union Free School District
Science research students from Babylon Junior-Senior High School recently visited the American Museum of Natural History. The trip provided students with an immersive, real-world connection to the topics they explore in their own research projects.
During the visit, students explored exhibits related to biology, earth science, astronomy, and environmental science. Highlights included the Hall of Biodiversity, the Milstein Hall of Ocean
Life, and the Rose Center for Earth and Space, where students examined large-scale models and data-driven displays that reflect current scientific understanding. These exhibits reinforced classroom concepts while introducing students to emerging questions and interdisciplinary approaches in modern science.
The visit emphasized how curiosity-driven inquiry, collaboration, and evidence-based reasoning play critical roles in
scientific advancement, and are core principles of the science research program.
“This trip was both educational and inspiring,” said science teacher Patrick Donaldson. “It encouraged students to think more deeply about their own research topics and helped them envision potential pathways in STEM fields.
Experiences like this enrich classroom learning and motivate students to pursue scientific inquiry beyond the school setting.”
Did You Know?
Easter is a day of great joy for faithful Christians. Easter celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is detailed in the New Testament. Easter is what’s known as a moveable feast, which means it’s not celebrated on the same date each year. Easter’s date in 2026 is Sunday, April 5. Easter also is celebrated on a different day within Christian churches. Orthodox Christians do not celebrate Easter on
the same day as nonOrthodox Christians. History.com notes Orthodox Christians follow the Julian calendar when determining when to celebrate Easter.
Orthodox Easter will take place between April 4 and May 8, following the first full moon after Passover. Non-orthodox Christians follow the Gregorian calendar, which was established by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582. Under the
Gregorian calendar, churches determined Easter will be held on the first Sunday after the full moon that occurs on or after the spring equinox. These disparities are why Orthodox churches, which are primarily located in Russia, Greece, Cyprus, Romania, and Bulgaria, observe Easter on a later date than non-Orthodox churches. In 2026, Orthodox Christians will celebrate Easter on April 12.
Enjoy A No -Bake Dessert This Easter Sunday
Easter eggs in all their pastel glory come to mind when pondering an important holy day on the Christian calendar. Easter eggs are great to hide and fun to find, but when they come in the form of a tasty dessert, celebrations become that much more festive. “No-Bake Cheesecake Eggs” are a confectionary twist on the chocolate eggs that are popular come Easter. Home chefs can have fun decorating and playing with the flavors of these treats. Try this recipe, courtesy of “Jane’s Patisserie Celebrate!” (Sourcebooks) by Jane Dunn.
No-Bake Cheesecake Eggs
Serves 2
Base
1 medium chocolate Easter egg
35 grams unsalted butter
75 grams digestive biscuits
Filling
200 grams full-fat soft cheese (such as cream cheese or neufchâtel), at room temperature
1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons icing sugar
100 milliliters double cream
25 grams cocoa powder
Decoration
50 grams milk chocolate, melted Easter chocolates Sprinkles
Directions:
Base
Carefully split the Easter egg into two halves. Melt the butter in the microwave in short bursts or in a small pan over a medium heat. In a food processor, blitz the biscuits to a fine crumb, add the melted butter and pulse a few times until the mixture is well combined. Divide the mixture equally between the two halves of the Easter egg, and very gently press down, without breaking the shell.
Filling
In a large bowl, whisk the cheese, vanilla extract and icing sugar until smooth. Add the double cream and cocoa powder and whisk again until smooth and thickened.
Divide the mixture evenly between the two Easter egg halves and smooth over as carefully as possible. Chill in the fridge for an hour or so until set.
Decoration
Drizzle the melted milk chocolate over the two halves and decorate with some Easter chocolates and sprinkles.
Editor’s note: Icing sugar also is known as confectioner’s sugar or powdered sugar. In the United States and Canada, “double cream” may not be readily available. Double cream has a higher butterfat content and is primarily sold in the UK. If double cream is not available, try substituting with heavy cream with the highest fat content you can find, but note that the consistency of the finished product may be slightly different.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Notice of Complete Application
Date: 03/17/2026
Applicant: FUTURE HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS INC. 110 EDISON AVE MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
Facility: FUTURE HEALTH SYSTEMS LI INC 65 CABOT ST WEST Babylon, NY 11704
Application ID: 1-472004718/00002
Permits(s) Applied for: 1 -
Article 17 Titles 7 & 8 Industrial SPDES - Groundwater Discharge
Project is located: in BABYLON in SUFFOLK COUNTY
Project Description:
The Department has prepared a draft permit and has made a tentative determination, subject to public comment or other information, to approve an application for the new SPDES permit for Future Health Systems. This permit is for the discharge of up to 10,000-gpd of container washdown, boiler blowdown, and autoclave condensate from a regulated medical waste facility located in West Babylon, NY. Treated
wastewater will be discharged through leaching pits and into groundwater on the site.
The draft SPDES permit with fact sheet is available online at https://dec.ny.gov/fs/projects/ draftpermits. The draft permit files are contained within regional folders and named by the SPDES number contained in this notice. Requests for a legislative (public statement) hearing must be sent in writing to the DEC contact person above by the comment deadline. The Department assesses such requests pursuant to 6 NYCRR Section 621.8. Refer to this application by the application number listed above and SPDES
Number NY0101826.
Availability of Application
Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not
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performed.
SEQR Lead Agency None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination Cultural resource lists and maps have been checked. The proposed activity is not in an area of identified archaeological sensitivity and no known registered, eligible or inventoried archaeological sites or historic structures were identified or documented for the project location. No further review in accordance with SHPA is required.
DEC Commissioner Policy 29, Environmental Justice and
Permitting (CP-29)
The proposed action is subject to CP-29.
Availability For Public Comment Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than 04/17/2026 or 16 days after the publication date of this notice, whichever is later.
Contact Person VICTORIA A REED NYSDEC SUNY @ Stony Brook|50 Circle Rd Stony Brook, NY 11790-3409
BAB & WB - 1578 - 4/1/26
24 S. Carll Ave. Babylon, NY Erin White 631.669.1624
ADULT PROGRAMS
Social Work Intern
Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 4:00pm - 7:00pm Fridays, April 3, 10, 17, & 24, 11:00am – 2:00pm Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 10:00am – 4:00pm Sundays, April 12, 19, & 26, 1:00pm – 4:00pm Meet with our social work intern for referrals to community organizations and agencies for mental health services, food insecurity, legal assistance, and more. Our intern can also assist with applications for government sponsored
programs and services (unemployment benefits, housing, SNAP, etc.), including following up on applications. Drop in during scheduled hours or email for an appointment at: socialworker@babylon library.org.
Community Mental H Adult Games
Mondays, April 6, 13, 20, & 27 1:00pm – 4:00pm The Community Room is open for library patrons to play games of their own choosing. Patrons must bring their own games. New players are always welcome. Adults only. No registration required.
Writer’s Workshop Tuesdays, April 7 & 21
5:30pm – 7:45pm
Babylon Library’s Writer’s Workshop is an ongoing program that usually meets two Tuesday evenings a month. New and experienced writers are welcome to join at any time. Feel free to bring any works in progress to share and discuss. Adults only, please. Registration is required.
All-Abilities Clothespin Rainbow Wreath Wednesday, April 8, 6:00pm – 7:00pm This wreath will look great in your house, especially after an April shower! This allabilities program is geared for individuals with special needs, but all are welcome to attend. Adults and teens 16 and older only, please. Registration is required.
Evening Book Discussion: All Creatures Great and Small Thursday, April 9, 7:00pm – 7:45pm
We will be reading the book All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot. Copies will be available at the Adult Reference Desk. Please register for this program.
Medicare Savings Program & Medicaid Application Assistance for the 65+, Blind, and Disabled Populations Friday, April 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm Health & Welfare Council of Long Island’s certified Healthcare Facilitated Enrollers will be at the library to provide enrollment assistance. The Facilitated Enroller will help clients fill out all applications and collect required documents to submit to the Department of Social Services. Please call their Healthcare Access Line at 516-505-4426 to make an appointment.
Wellness Walk Series Saturdays, April 11 & 18 10:00am – 11:00am
Looking to be more active?
Join us for the second half of our Wellness Walk series at Argyle Lake Park with Certified Personal Trainer Athena Manzella. Walkers will meet at the library by 9:55am and walk over to the park together. Registration is required.
Chef Rob’s Provolone and Scallion Scones
Saturday, April 11, 2:30pm – 3:30pm These provolone and scallion scones are perfect to have with dinner, breakfast, or anytime of the day. Please bring a large bowl, mixing spoon, and cookie tray. A non-refundable $5.00 fee is due at registration.
Songs of the Seasons: When the Sun Comes Out
Sunday, April 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join vocalist Yvette MalavetBlum and Al Koll as they perform a tribute to the seasons. Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall are all celebrated in a beautiful selection of songs from Broadway and the Great American Songbook. Please register for this event. This concert is part of Babylon Library’s Spring 2026 Concert Series, sponsored by the Friends of the Babylon Public Library, the Babylon Village Arts Council, and partially funded through Suffolk County.
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Easter-Themed Cupcakes Make A Great Treat For Youngsters
Easter is widely characterized as the holiest day of the year on the Christian calendar. Faith features prominently in modern Easter celebrations, which also include some secular traditions, particularly in families with young children. The Easter bunny and Easter egg hunts are not necessarily the focal point of Easter for adult Christians, but children greatly enjoy these traditions.
It’s customary to give young children a basket of treats on Easter Sunday. Though store-bought treats are easy to come by, homemade items can be even more special. This recipe for Easter-themed “Vanilla Cupcakes” from Lines+Angles, is sure to get a laugh out of youngsters, who also won’t mind taking a bite or two of these tasty treats.
Directions:
1. For the cupcakes: Heat the oven to 375 F. Place paper cupcake liners in a 12-serving muffin tin.
2. Beat the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually beat in the eggs, beating until fully incorporated into the mixture.
4. Sift in the dry ingredients and gently stir into the mixture. Stir in the milk and vanilla until blended.
5. Spoon the mixture into the paper liners. Bake for about 20 minutes, until golden. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then place on a wire rack to cool completely.
6. For the grass: Beat the butter until soft. Sift in the icing sugar and beat until smooth. Beat in the vanilla and milk until blended. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of buttercream and set aside.
7. Beat the food coloring into the larger amount of buttercream.
Vanilla Cupcakes
Makes 12 cupcakes
For the cupcakes:
4 ounces butter
1⁄2 cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 1⁄4 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the grass:
4 1⁄2 ounces unsalted butter
1 1⁄3 cup icing sugar
1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk
Green food coloring
To decorate:
11 ounces white sugarpaste/fondant
4 ounces pink sugarpaste/fondant
Icing sugar
Mini sugar eggs
8. Spoon into a piping bag with a grass nozzle. Pipe on top of the cupcakes, starting at the outside edge and working in circles. pulling up and away when a buttercream strand is long enough.
9. Roll pieces of white sugarpaste into 12 medium balls for the bodies and 24 small thick rectangles for the paws. Reserve some white sugarpaste.
10. Brush the paws lightly with a little water and attach to the bodies (see photo).
11. Roll 12 small balls and 72 tiny balls of pink sugarpaste. Cut the larger balls in half and press into oval shapes. Brush lightly with water and attach to the paws. Attach 3 tiny balls to each paw with a little water.
12. Put the reserved buttercream into a piping bag with a grass nozzle and pipe a ‘tail’ on each bunny.
13. Arrange the sugar eggs on the cupcakes.
14. Roll out the sugarpaste trimmings separately on a surface dusted with icing sugar and cut out flowers (as in the photo) and place on the cupcakes.
APRIL HAPPENINGS
MONTH OF APRIL
9:00AM-11:00AM
TUBER SALE
The Long Island Dahlia Society will hold a tuber sale at the Barn at the Bayard Cutting Arboritum during the month of April on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Various types available. Plant sale will start in May. Further information at LongIslandDahlia.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4th
3:00PM
CONCERT OF SACRED LENTEN MUSIC
A Journey through Lent featuring Kathryn Wilson, soprano soloist Saturday. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690. A free-will offering will be taken.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4th
10:00AM-4:00PM
SUNDAY, APRIL 5th
9:00AM-2:00PM
EASTER PLANT SALE
The Seaford Fire Department will be hosting its annual Easter Plant Sale, at Seaford Fire Department headquarters on the corner of Waverly & Southard Avenues. A wide variety of plants and flowers will be available for purchase (while supplies last). Come early for the best selection. Rain or shine.
SATURDAY, APRIL 11th
10:00am-1:00pm
FRIENDS OF THE LINDENHURST
MEMORIAL LIBRARY
BOOK AND JEWELRY SALE
A preview for current Friends of the Library from 9:00AM-10:00AM. Anyone may sign up for membership at the Sale to take advantage of early access. Located at One Lee Avenue,
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10:00AM-4:00PM
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CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR
Hosted at AMVETS Post 18, 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip. Free Admission, raffles, 50/50, Cake sale. For more information, please call 631-277-9842 or 516-885-1410, GCM42@AOL.COM
11:30AM-1:00PM SPRING BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
The Spring Bereavement Support Group will start on Saturday April 11-June 13. Located at 210 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631226-7725 x 200
SATURDAY, APRIL 11th
SUNDAY, APRIL 12th
12:00PM-4:00PM ST JAMES MODEL RAILROAD CLUB SPRING OPEN HOUSE
43 years in the making: Once again open to the public. This will be the last show until November. New Drive In Theater, City scene with operating roadway, Freight yard, LIPA Power plant, Working Fire Scene, Two Operating Subways, Lighted vehicles and much more! Train Show is located at 176 Mills Pond Road in St James. For further information call evenings 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732w
TUESDAY, APRIL 14th
7:00PM
REPUBLIC AIRPORT COMMISSION MEETING
7150 Republic Airport, Room 201 in Farmingdale. For information
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THURSDAY, APRIL 16th
7:00PM
THE BAY SHORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING
At the Bay Shore - Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Rd., in Brightwaters. The guest speaker will be Arthur Frischman, Long Island Sign Guy. The meeting is open to the public at no charge. Refreshments will be served. Learn more at: https:// www.bayshorehistoricalsociety.org/ programs-news
SUNDAY, APRIL 19th
10:00AM-4:30PM ALL KIDS FAIR
A full day of amazing exhibitors, activities and classes! At the Hilton Long Island/Huntington (AKA the Huntington Hilton) in Melville! Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Rd, in Melville. Mostly inside but partially outside - including food trucks, petting zoo, and a few other surprises. For more information, visit https://www.allkidsfair.com/
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22nd
7:00PM-9:00PM "THE BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND"
Author Bill Bleyer will discuss "The Battle of Long Island", Long Island's pivotal role in the American Revolution. Learn about the single-day engagement, the British occupation and the resilience of Long Islander's. The program is held at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave. in Islip. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 631-559-2915, www. isliphamlethistory.org
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6:00pm – 7:30pm Join us for an educational seminar examining Medicare Advantage (Part C) and how it compares to original Medicare. You’ll learn what Medicare Advantage Plans are; key benefits and potential drawbacks; how costs, networks, and coverage work; and important questions to ask before selecting a plan. Please register for this program.
Plots & Pastries: Empire Falls Tuesday, April 14, 11:00am – 12:00pm Special Plots & Pastries start time! We will be reading the book Empire Falls by Richard Russo. Copies will be available at the Adult Reference Desk. Registration is required.
Each year, faithful Jews across the globe participate in one of the most significant festivals on the Jewish calendar. Passover, also known as “Pesach” in Hebrew, is a time for families to gather and recount Jews’ journey from slavery to freedom.
Passover is a weeklong commemoration of the story of the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. The Book of Exodus details the story that the Egyptian Pharoah refused to let the Israelites go. In response, God set 10 plagues upon Egypt. The final plague was “death of the firstborn.” Israelites hoping to escape the same fate were instructed to mark their doorposts with lamb’s blood so the Angel of Death would “pass over” their homes. This is where the name Passover originated.
While the Egyptians were mourning the loss of their children, Pharoah finally
relented and let the Israelites leave slavery. Because they departed in such haste, the bread the Israelites took with them didn’t have time to rise, resulting in flat, unleavened crackers. This “matzah” (sometimes spelled matzo or mazzah) became a key component of Passover rituals. Prior to each Passover, the faithful thoroughly remove
all chametz (leavened grain) from the home and do a thorough cleaning.
In addition to eating matzah for the duration of Passover, celebrants also consume maror, which are bitter herbs, according to Chabad.org. The maror symbolizes the bitterness of slavery.
The Seder, which is a dinner that takes place on the first and
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Paint Night: April in Paris
Wednesday, April 15, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Join local artist Kathy Reccardi as she teaches participants step-by-step how to paint an image of spring blossoms in Paris. No painting experience needed. A non-refundable $5.00 fee is due at registration. This is an in-person program and take-home kits are not available.
Friday Films:
Song Sung Blue Friday, April 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm We will be watching the film Song Sung Blue (2025). Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together. Starring Hugh
Jackman and Kate Hudson. Rated PG-13. Running time: 132 minutes. No registration required.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teens Dungeons & Dragons
Wednesdays, April 1, 15, & 29
5:30pm–7:30pm
Join us in the library for Dungeons & Dragons! Build a character, choose your weapons, and lay waste to nasty critters with a roll of the dice. New and experienced players welcome! Grades 6-12. Registration required.
All-Abilities Clothespin
Rainbow Wreath Wednesday, April 8, 6:00pm – 7:00pm This wreath will look great in your house, especially after an April shower! This allabilities program is geared for individuals with special
possibly second night of Passover, includes charoset, a sweet paste of nuts, apples and wine that symbolizes the mortar used by Israelite slaves to build Egyptian structures. Karpas, a green vegetable (usually parsley), is dipped in salt water to represent the tears of the slaves and the hope of spring. Zeroah is a roasted bone to symbolize the ancient paschal sacrifice, and beitzah (a roasted egg) is eaten to represent mourning and the cycle of life.
Although it is a religious holiday, Passover also may resonate in other ways and appeal to non-Jews because of its core themes of freedom from physical and spiritual bondage; memories of the commandment and personal stories; and transitioning from winter into the spring season of rebirth. Those ready to celebrate will do so from April 1-9, 2026.
needs, but all are welcome to attend. Adults and teens 16 and older only, please. Registration is required.
“ABC” Safe Boating Course
Saturdays, April 18 & 25
10:00am – 2:00pm
The “ABC” course will give you a New York State Safe Boating Certificate good for both boats and Jet Skis and you will be in compliance with Brianna’s Law. This course is the most comprehensive, singlesource boating course available today that provides the skills needed to enjoy your time on the water and boat safely with confidence. This course consists of two in-person classes, with a final exam given at the end of the course. You must attend both classes. This course is open to adults and teens 12 and up.
Registration is required. All participants must pay a non-refundable fee of $30.00 for tuition and course materials, payable by cash or check at the first class. This fee is fully reimbursable upon successful completion of the final exam for boaters living on the South Shore of LI between Massapequa and West Islip, complements of The Captree Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Teens Plant Bags
Community Service Tuesday, April 21, Wednesday, April 22, & Thursday, April 23 3:00pm – 7:00pm Drop in to the teen area to decorate the paper bags that we use to collect veggies and herbs from our plant tower! Earn community service hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Grades 6-12.
