August 13, 2025 Lindenhurst South by Long Island Media Group

Stay Connected: Important Village Notifications

We’re excited to introduce My Lindy, our new app designed to help you stay informed about what’s happening in the Village.

Get Alerts with the My Lindy App

The My Lindy app is a convenient new way to get important Village notifications sent right to your phone. You’ll receive alerts about things like:

• Garbage pickup changes

• Road closures

• Local events

Plus, the app includes quick links to calendars, forms, and other useful Village information.

Ready to give it a try?

Download My Lindy today! You can find it in the:

• Apple App Store (search “My Lindy”)

• Google Play (search “My Lindy”)

Other Ways to Receive Alerts

We know not everyone wants to use an app, and that’s perfectly fine! While our old notification system

is being phased out, you can still receive important alerts by phone call or text message. The My Lindy app is not the only option.

To sign up for phone or text alerts, simply:

• Call or text JOIN to 631956-2100.

• If you’re calling, make sure to press 1 to complete your sign-up. We want to make sure everyone in Lindenhurst stays informed. Choose the method that works best for you!

CLUES ACROSS

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6. Barrels per day (abbr.)

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13. Leafy appetizer

14. Showy ornament

15. Norse personiﬁcation of old age

16. Athletes

17. Closes tightly

18. Attack via hurling items

19. Where the reserves stand

21. Sword

22. Begat

23. Damage another’s reputation

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1. Vipers

2. Ancient city in Syria

3. Slog

4. Emits coherent radiation

5. “Pollock” actor Harris

6. Bleated

7. Monetary units of Afghanistan

8. Tooth doctor

9. One who takes apart

10. Commoner

11. Beat poet Ginsberg

12. Cave deposit material

14. Home energy backup

24. Northeast

25. Turf

28. For each

29. Hours (Spanish)

31. Western state

33. One who offers help

36. Flanks

38. A woolen cap of Scottish origin

39. Free from drink or drugs

41. Tunnels

44. Mature

45. More dried-up

46. News organization

48. Steal something

17. Begets

20. Face part

21. Frocks

23. Hill or rocky peak

25. Giving the impression of dishonesty

26. About ear

27. Male parents

29. Popular grilled food

30. Vaccine developer

32. Not conforming

34. Polite address for women

35. 1970 U.S. environmental law

37. Astronomical period of 18 years

40. One who ﬁghts the government

49. Forms one’s public persona(abbr.)

51. Female ﬁsh eggs

52. Small petrel of southern seas

54. Edible starches

56. Historical

60. In a place to sleep

61. Horse grooms

62. Off-Broadway theater award

63. Chinese dynasty

64. Resembling a wing

65. Small projection on a bird’s wing

66. Of the Isle of Man

67. Derived unit of force (abbr.)

68. Plate for Eucharist

42. Center for Excellence in Education

43. Watches discreetly

47. An electrically charged atom

49. Hymn

50. Arabic given name

52. Popular pie nut

53. City in Zambia

55. Species of cherry

56. John __, British writer

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58. Make angry

59. Give birth to a lamb or kid

61. Unhappy

By JoAnn Cilla

A Little Hello Goes A Long Way

Last month, I wrote an article on the importance of saying thank you and received a lot of nice comments and compliments from people. One person wrote to me and suggested I write this month’s article on “saying hello to people instead of looking at your phone.”

Great idea!

Today, we live in a world where too many people, especially the younger generations, have forgotten how to interact with each other. Between selfcheckouts, smartphones, and food delivery apps, you

can go for days without having a real conversation. People order Starbucks every day, pick it up in a store, and never speak a word to anyone. Not a single “hello,” “how are you,” or even eye contact. It’s efficient, easy, and kind of sad. We need human connection, even if we don’t realize it in the moment. Saying hello to other people in the morning, giving them a smile, and getting one back, gives us a bounce in our step. It’s like hearing a fun song. So, here are a few suggestions to see if we can bring a little humanity

back into our daily lives. When you walk outside, put your phone in your pocket. Say good morning to your neighbors. At the grocery store, choose the cashier line once in a while. If someone’s wearing a name tag—say their name! You’d be surprised how far that tiny gesture goes.

Heading into a local business? Introduce yourself. “Hi, I’m JoAnn, nice to meet you!” You might learn something, make a friend, or find a new favorite business just by starting a conversation. When you’re at dinner, take a break from scrolling and just be with the people at your table. Ask a question. Share a story. Laugh at a bad joke.

I know life moves fast, and technology makes things more convenient, but let’s not let it make us invisible. Each person we pass has a story. Each meeting or encounter is a chance to be kind, to be

curious, and to connect. We’re not meant to live in silence or in front of small screens. We’re meant to laugh, to listen, to say “hi” and hear it back. The next time you’re out and about, talk to people in town, don’t just pass each other by.

I remember reading a beautiful quote from Mr. Rogers. He said, “There isn’t anyone you couldn’t learn to love once you’ve heard their story.”

Looking forward to seeing all of you SOON!

JOANN CILLA

EXOTIC WAREHOUSE

In a heartwarming

Local Fundraiser Raises Over $800 For AMVETS

Terence McSweeney

recently joined forces with the Lindenhurst OLPH Knights of Columbus and Villa Pizza on Wildwood

Avenue to raise funds for AMVETS, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.

Thanks to the generosity of local residents and the partnership of these dedicated organizations,

the effort resulted in a donation of over $800, which was formally presented to AMVETS to help further their mission of serving those who have served our nation.

“This is what community is all about—neighbors coming together to support our heroes,” said Councilman Terence McSweeney. “We are proud to stand with AMVETS and support the brave men and women who wear the uniform. I’m especially grateful to Villa Pizza for always stepping up and to the Knights of Columbus for their continued

leadership in community service.”

The Lindenhurst Knights of Columbus have a long-standing tradition of giving back, and their partnership with local businesses like Villa Pizza continues to strengthen the community.

“We’re honored to support our veterans and to work alongside local leaders and businesses to make a difference,” said Grand Knight Patrick Corcoran. “This fundraiser reflects what can be achieved when a community comes together for a greater purpose.”

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In an ongoing effort to ensure all residents are equipped with the tools and knowledge needed in times of crisis, the Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management recently visited the Tanner Park Senior Center to speak with local seniors about the importance of emergency preparedness.

The presentation, held last week, focused on practical steps older adults can take to stay safe during

emergencies such as severe weather events, power outages, or other disasters. Topics included creating a go-bag, maintaining a list of medications, and having a communication plan in place with family members and caregivers.

Councilman and Public Safety Chairman Terence McSweeney emphasized the critical importance of readiness for everyone—but especially for seniors.

“Being prepared can make

all the difference in a time of crisis,” said Councilman McSweeney. “For our elderly residents, who may face additional challenges during emergencies, it’s even more crucial to have a plan in place. We’re grateful to the Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management for helping ensure our seniors have the information and resources they need.”

The Town of Babylon continues to work closely with emergency

management partners to promote public safety education across all communities, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations such as senior citizens.

For more information on how to prepare for emergencies, residents are encouraged to visit the Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management website or contact their local senior center.

Our Lady Of Perpetual Help

Bereavement Support Group

If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, OLPH Church in Lindenhurst has a support group to help you through your loss.

The group starts on Saturdays, September 27-November 22, 2025, from 11:30-1:00pm.

The group is a 9 week commitment and registration is required.

A donation of $25 wold be appreciated. If interested, contact Linda Arpino, 631-592-1062 or email Forubabe77@aol.com

OLPH Church is located 210 South Wellwood Ave in Lindenhurst,NY 11757.

AUGUST HAPPENINGS

SAT., AUGUST 16th

2:00PM

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK SERIES AT BROOKSIDE PARK, W. SAYVILLE

Islip Arts Council and Studio Theater of Long Island Shakespeare Troupe present "Much Ado About Nothing," a comedy by William Shakespeare. This limited engagement will be performed FREE. *Schedule subject to change Shakespeare in the Park is made possible through a grant from the Suffolk County Ofﬁce of Cultural Affairs. For more information visit Isliparts.org, or call 631-888-3525

SAT., AUGUST 23rd

SUN., AUGUST 24th

10:00AM-5:00PM FARMINGDALE VENDOR FAIR ON THE VILLAGE GREEN

361 Main St. in Farmingdale. Free Event. Family shopping fun and a great way to spend the day! For more information, please call 516442-6000

SUN., AUGUST 24th

1:00PM-5:00PM OPEN HOUSE

Join Us for the Science of Spirituality Meditation Center's 21st Anniversary Celebration Open House. An amazing day featuring special guest speakers, introductory meditation sessions, vegetarian cooking demos, yoga demonstrations, live music, a tour of the garden & grounds, an outdoor picnic, and more. Open to all and free of charge. For more information, please call 631-8227979, Infotristate@sos.org. Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 79 County Line Road in Amityville.

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2:00PM

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK SERIES AT BAYARD CUTTING ARBORETUM, GREAT RIVER

TUES., AUGUST 26th

12:15PM FREE BROWN BAG CONCERT SERIES Tuesdays at the Bay Shore Band Shell, 80 East Main Street in Bay Shore. Chasing Time / Music of the 60's 70's and 80's. For more information, please call the Islip Arts Council 631-888-3525

WED., AUGUST 27th

5:00PM-8:00PM

DROP-OFF DRUG EVENT

International Overdose Awareness Day. The Lindenhurst Moose Lodge, Lindenhurst Community Cares, CASJ, and Suffolk County Police C.O.P.E. have joined forces to create a united front in preventing addiction and overdose deaths in our community. Please bring your prescription medications for safe disposal to: Lindenhurst Moose Lodge #1421, 883 South Broadway, in Lindenhurst. Anyone who drops oft medicine will receive a rafﬂe ticket for a prize! Together we can make a difference!

Did You Know?

Parents who want to encourage their children to volunteer may find their efforts at doing so are more convincing if they volunteer themselves. A study published in the Journal of Adolescence examined the effects that parents who volunteer and talk about volunteering have on children. Researchers found that the children of volunteers were 27 percent more likely to volunteer than children whose parents did not volunteer. In addition, adolescents were 47 percent more likely to volunteer when their parents volunteered and talked about volunteering with their children.

THURS., AUGUST 28th

6:00PM-7:00PM

PAUMANACKE GARDEN CLUB PROGRAM

Pauley the Plant Man will speak on 'Early Fall Gardening.' No preregistration necessary. Refreshments served after the program. Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh Questions? contact paumanackegc@gmail.com

SAT., AUGUST 30th

12:00 Noon

AMITYVILLE PORCH MUSIC DAY

Go porch-to-porch in the Village to hear live music! See map of porch/ band locations at Amityville.com. To sign up a band/porch email us at Mayor@amityvil le. com. For more information, please call Village Hall 631-264-6000

THRU SAT., AUGUST 30th

DURING LIBRARY HOURS

PHOTOGRAPHY EXIBITION at the East Islip Library. Perspectives in Photography” is a diverse visual interpretation of the world as seen by Rick Jacobs. East Islip library, 381 East Main St, in East Islip. 2nd ﬂ. The event is free. For more information, please call 631-581-9200

SAT., AUGUST 30th

SUN., AUGUST 31st

10:00AM-5:00PM

EISENHOWER PARK FIELD 8

ART CRAFT & GIFT VENDOR FAIR

Famlily shopping fun and a great way to spend the day! For more information, please call 516-4426000, www.NassauCountyFarirs.com

TUESDAY,

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It seems like just yesterday people were heralding the arrival of summer. After many months of fickle weather, summer’s warm temperatures and ample sunshine can be that hug from Mother Nature people need. But soon summer will be coming to an end, making room for apples, corn and pumpkin spice. Even though summer will soon be singing its swan song, there is still plenty of time for families to enjoy the waning days of surf and sunshine. Here are some family-friendly options to consider.

Catch a concert Summer is a time of year when many artists go on tour and sell out everything from arenas to ampitheaters to more intimate venues. Find a singer the entire family enjoys and grab some tickets.

Pick fruit

Peach season varies

Families Can Make The Most Of Summer’s End

depending on where you live, but May through September is a prime time for pick-your-own farms to open their orchards to the peach-picking public. Turn those peaches into pies for Labor Day festivities.

Watch some fireworks

Those who didn’t have an opportunity to catch a fireworks display already this summer, or who enjoyed it so much that they want more, can find out when the next big display will take place. Some beachside towns and even amusement parks regularly host fireworks shows on the weekends.

Climb a lighthouse

National Lighthouse Day occurs on August 7.

Locate a lighthouse within driving distance and visit one of the beautiful and historic structures that commemorate maritime history. For example, Sandy Hook Lighthouse in New

Jersey, which was lit for the first time in 1764, is the oldest operating lighthouse in the United States.

Pick a day to re-do

Ask all members of the family what sticks out in their minds as the best summer day so far. It may have been paddleboarding in a lake or taking a scenic drive. Compile the answers and then pick one activity to enjoy all over again.

Head to a state fair

State fairs fill calendars this time of year. They’re perfect ways to enjoy carnival rides, fair foods, live entertainment, and even livestock.

Watch balloons rise

Check to see if there is a hot-air balloon festival taking place nearby. Watch these huge items become lighter than air and get lifted off the ground.

Enjoy an outdoor movie

Purchase or borrow a movie projector and set up a screen outdoors. That screen can be an actual outdoor screen or a white sheet stretched between two poles. Invite the neighborhood to come over, set up picnic blankets and enjoy a family flick.

Camp out Pitch a tent at a campground or even in your own backyard and spend an evening sleeping under the stars.

Visit a garden or arboretum

Plan a day trip to a botanical garden or arboretum to

view the various trees, flowers and shrubs in bloom. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day in nature. Families can wind down from summer by engaging in various enjoyable activities before a new school year begins.

Join the Long Island Health Collaborative, Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, and AARP

Long Island at 9 AM on the last Friday of August, and September for HEALTHY HIKES, free community hiking events! Physicians will briefly discuss tips for better health before

FREE HEALTHY HIKES

For Long Islanders, Sponsored By AARP Long Island

accompanying attendees and a trail guide on a hike where you can hike and talk with the doc! Please register in advance so we can best accommodate. Take a hike with us on this summer and early fall for better health, no matter what your age or experience level.

Silver&Fit Healthy Aging and Exercise Program

(NAPSI)—There are many good reasons to get physically fit. If cost is a factor in joining a gym, the Silver&Fit Healthy Aging and Exercise Program, available through certain Medicare Advantage plans, offers no-cost or subsidized low-cost access to thousands of gyms. Learn more at www. silverandfit.com.

AUGUST Healthy Hike:

Connetquot River State Park Preserve

Address: 4090 Sunrise Hwy, Oakdale, NY 11769

Date: Friday, August 29, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM

Lead Physician: Konstantinos Spaniolas, MD, Director of Stony Brook Medicine’s Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center; Professor of Surgery at Stony Brook University

Walkers meet: in main parking lot

In-Person AARP

Registration Link: https://events.aarp.org/ healthyhikeLIaugust

SEPTEMBER Healthy

Hike: Hempstead Lake State Park

Address: Eagle Ave, West Hempstead, NY 11552

What’s The Difference?

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM

Lead Physician: Olufunmilayo C. Eleanya MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Trauma & Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery at NYU Grossman LI School of Medicine

Walkers meet: in main parking lot

In-Person AARP Registration Link: https://events.aarp.org/ healthyhikeLIseptember

What makes our hikes so healthy? In addition to the many physical and mental health benefits of hiking, our Healthy Hikes are held through the LIHC’s Walk with a Doc chapter. This means our hikes are led

by a physician who will deliver health education about a different topic every month before joining walkers on the hike. Walk with a Doc is a national program that offers free physician-led walking events in communities around the world, and we’re proud to bring these events to our Long Island neighbors. Get in some steps, talk with our docs along the way, and learn about the actions you can take now to live a healthier life for good.

For more information about Walk with a Doc, contact Brooke Oliveri, Manager of the Long Island Health Collaborative at boliveri@nshc.org or call 631-963-4167.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Proposals will be received by the Inc. Village of Lindenhurst, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York until 10:00 a.m. August 25th, 2025. Proposals will be publicly opened and read, and awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for:

BID 950-25

Lindenhurst House MuseumRenovation of Parking Lot with Permeable Pavers and other Site Improvements FOR

INC. VILLAGE OF

LINDENHURST

Specifications may be obtained at Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757. A $25.00 deposit is required for each set of plans and specifications. The Village Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids it deems necessary in the best interest of the Village Taxpayers.

By Order of the Village Board Inc. Village of Lindenhurst

Kathleen Schrader Village Clerk

LV N & S - 799 - 8/13/25

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, -againstALLAN 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 Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on September 10, 2025 at 9:00AM, the premises known as 155 WYONA AVENUE, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757; tax map identification 0100-226.00-01.00-081.000; and description:

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 THE STATE OF NEW YORK . . .

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 021095/2013; Jeffrey Arlen Spinner, Esq., as 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 - 1557 - 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 & 9/3/25

PUZZLE ANSWERS:

As summer winds down, long stretches of sunlight are dwindling and cooler temperatures are on the horizon. Gardening enthusiasts may wonder how they can manage their backyard gardens as the peak growing season comes to a close. People may not be eager to do much in their gardens come August, particularly because the air may be hot and the dew point

Tending A Garden In Late Summer

high. And spending the final days of summer at the beach or in the pool may take priority. However, late summer is a great time to focus on certain tasks.

Deadheading

Many plants look better with the wilted flowers removed. Furthermore, some plants, such as with lilies and roses, will benefit from having spent blooms removed

so that no unnecessary energy is drawn away from the roots or bulbs. Research your plants and learn which can benefit from some late-summer deadheading to keep them thriving.

Weeding

Weeds can become problematic if they’re allowed to grow unabated. Routinely go into the garden and cull

the weeds.

Keep an eye open for pests

According to Garden Smart, caterpillars and beetles may be chewing on garden plants by late summer, and aphids still may be problematic. Handpick insects off of vegetables and ornamental flowers, or use safe sprays for treating these issues.

Plant cool weather vegetables

Many plants will grow well when planted in late summer, according to Homesteading Family. Some such plants include turnips, beets, carrots, kale, chard, mustard greens, and peas. You can begin turning your summer garden, or a portion of it, into a fall and winter garden.

Consider succession planting

Growing vegetables like beans or peas may be more successful if you try succession planting. This involves sowing new seeds every seven to 10 days to extend the harvest.

Harvesting what’s ready

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