February 28, 2024 Bethpage

THE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Never mind those Ground Hog predictions, we know the real first sign of Spring is the Bethpage Saint Patrick’s Day Parade! All eyes are focused on the 32nd annual Bethpage St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 3rd! We have been working closely with Frank Debobes Sr, and his wonderful committee to help organize, promote, and beautify downtown.

The banners are up and the chamber installed green lights and will add Irish flags center stage on Broadway. We encouraged our members to contribute gift baskets for the raffle which raises funds for the parade expenses. Please visit their Facebook Page “Bethpage Saint Patrick’s Committee” for the latest updates and learn how to volunteer for the parade.

Please decorate your storefronts and homes with some festive Irish charm and get your green on for the St. Patrick’s parade that kicks off at 12pm on Central Avenue. We’d love to see your photos so tag the chamber and committee in your social media. And make sure to follow the new Instagram for @BethpageStPatricksParade too!

Our chamber has also partnered with the Knights of Columbus too for the Veteran Banner program to be displayed for Memorial Day and Veterans Day. The application form has been updated and is now on our website under “What’s New” for downloading and sending in with your veteran’s information.

Please note that we have begun accepting donations for general support of the Veteran Banners to help defray the costs of fixing banners, brackets and replacing US flags on lampposts so a veteran sponsorship won’t be required to just chip in to support the expansion and maintenance of the Bethpage focused veteran program.

We hope to see everyone at the fundraiser and parade just know that we all deeply appreciate the sponsors and community’s support to help make these events so successful every year and look forward to spring arriving in Bethpage this month. “Erin Go Bragh!”

Irish Soda Bread Makes The Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Appetizer

Irish cuisine may not be as widely recognizable or familiar across North America as Chinese, Italian or Mexican fare. But that doesn’t mean Irish food lacks fans and flavor. As the world prepares to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on or around March 17, individuals who want to include some popular Irish fare in their festivities won’t want to exclude this recipe for “Irish Soda Bread” from AllRecipes.com.

Directions

Irish Soda Bread

Yields 11⁄2 loaf (20 servings)

4 cups all-purpose flour

1⁄2 cup margarine, softened

4 tablespoons white sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 tablespoon baking powder

1⁄2 teaspoon salt

1 cup buttermilk

1 egg

1⁄4 cup butter, melted

1⁄4 cup buttermilk

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet. Mix flour, softened margarine, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Stir in 1 cup of buttermilk and egg. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead slightly. Form dough into a round and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Combine melted butter with 1⁄4 cup buttermilk in a small bowl; brush loaf with this mixture. Use a sharp knife to cut an ‘X’ into the top of the loaf.

Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Check for doneness after 30 minutes. You may continue to brush the loaf with the butter mixture while it bakes.

Students Spread Winter Wishes Throughout Bethpage

To help spread positivity and kindness throughout the Bethpage community,

Central Boulevard Elementary School

students recently created their own paper snowflakes with positive messages as part of a schoolwide Thoughtful Thursday

activity. The students wrote positive words, phrases and wishes for the New Year and delivered their winter creations to

local businesses. The kindness snowflakes are currently on display at the Bethpage Public Library, Broadway

Stage Door Dance Studio, Central Avenue Deli, Ciminelli’s Pizzeria, Long Island Smoothie Café, Moscato Bakery and

Norma’s School of Dance. The project was a great way for students to spread some light throughout the town.

Students Create Bags Of Kindness

Bethpage students throughout Central Boulevard Elementary School participated in a schoolwide Thoughtful Thursday project on Feb. 15. Each student

decorated a brown paper grocery bag for a local King Kullen. On the bags, they drew colorful pictures and wrote positive messages to bring a smile to the face of the shopper who

receives it. The goal of the project was to help spread positivity throughout the community and students had fun being able to showcase their creativity.

To raise awareness on the impact of trees in our communities, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Michele Johnson announced the return of the Town’s Environmental Poster Contest, open to all 4th grade students in the Town of Oyster Bay. This year’s poster contest, Our Town Our Environment, invites youngsters to create a poster showcasing the importance of trees in preserving our environment, with a theme of ‘Trees for Tomorrow.’

“This poster contest presents a great opportunity to

Town Announces Environmental Poster Contest For 4th Grade Students

bring environmental awareness to our young people, making them more knowledgeable on the importance of protecting Mother Nature and safeguarding our natural resources,” said Supervisor Saladino. Students should submit a poster to communicate awareness of the essential role of trees in our lives and may consider these key facts in their design:

• Oxygen Production: Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, ensuring clean air. Did you know? 100 trees remove 53 tons of carbon dioxide and 430 pounds of other air pollutants per year.

• Air and Water Purification: Trees cleanse the air and water, promoting a healthier environment.

• Shade and Cooling: Trees provide shade, cooling our neighborhoods naturally.

• Wildlife Habitat: Trees offer food and homes for various wildlife, contributing to biodiversity.

• Health Benefits: Trees encourage outdoor activities, promoting physical well-being.

Submissions should be made on poster paper (no larger than 12”x18”). No edible items should be used on the poster. The top

Students Participate In Nutrition Outreach Project

three winning posters to be displayed at a Town facility and showcased in a future Town of Oyster Bay Environmental Newsletter.

“This contest is being co-sponsored by Friends of the Bay and The Waterfront Center, two organizations we proudly partner with throughout the year to help our efforts in protecting and preserving the environment,” said Councilwoman Johnson. “I hope all fourth-grade students join us in this year’s program and take advantage of the great opportunity to become more knowledgeable on the importance of protecting our

environment.”

Prizes will be awarded for the top three submissions, with 1st Place receiving a private tour of Oyster Bay Harbor aboard a Friends of the Bay vessel, a $200 gift certificate for the Waterfront Center in Oyster Bay, a tree planted at the winning student’s school for Arbor Day, a nautical trivia game and Friends of the Bay apparel. Second and third place winners will also receive a gift certificate to The Waterfront Center and have a tree planted in their school district. Submission deadline for the contest is Friday, March 29th,

with winners to be announced on Earth Day, April 22nd.

Along with their poster submission, students must include an entry form, which is available at www.oysterbaytown. com/postercontest. Mail or email posters to the Town’s Department of Environmental Resources, Attn: Poster Contest, 29 Spring Street, Oyster Bay NY, 11771. Entries can also be emailed to environmental@ oysterbay-ny.gov with the subject line ‘2024 Poster Contest.’ Visit www.oysterbaytown. com/postercontest for more details.

Now Accepting New Applications For 9/11 Walls Of Honor

Memorial Honors Victims Of 9/11 Illness

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that applications are now available for families to add the names of loved ones to the Town of Oyster Bay’s 9/11 Walls of Honor which recognize all those with a connection to the Town who gave their lives and succumbed in their battle against 9/11 related cancers and illness. Each September, the Town unveils newly inscribed names into the Walls of Honor which recognize the family members, friends and neighbors lost to this toxic legacy.  Supervisor Saladino stated, “We remember and give thanks to those who ran into danger in order to help the victims of a cowardly act of terror.  This includes first responders, downtown workers,

residents, students and so many others with cancer certified to be 9/11-related.  The events of 9/11 continue to take our heroes and survivors – and members of our community will continue to face darker days ahead.  We watch each week as more of these heroes pass, in an everincreasing and unending number.  Just as many of these rescue and recovery heroes raced to the Towers the first minute the plane hit, and stayed until the last brick was turned, their memorial stands with and lead us to those we lost that tragic Tuesday morning.”

Reports from the World Trade Center Health program indicate that we are approaching a terrible milestone, in which approximately 43,000 people are being treated for medical problems and

10,000 people have suffered cancers linked to the toxic exposure at Ground Zero.  More than 2,500 responders and others affected have succumbed to their illness.

The 9/11 Walls of Honor were constructed under an initiative led by Supervisor Saladino, the Town Board and a volunteer committee that includes retired FDNY EMS Lieutenant Bill Gleason, Retired NYPD Detective Tom Luberto, Deacon Dave White, Jericho Fire Commissioner Frank Sammartano, North Massapequa Fire Commissioner Ralph Raymond, Massapequa Fire Commissioner Justin McCaffrey and Rescue & Recovery Worker Joseph Pinto.

Applications may be downloaded at www. oysterbaytown.com/ wallsofhonor.

GRAND PRIZE

$10,000 Second Place $1000

Third Place $500

32ND ANNUAL BETHPAGE SAINT PATRICK

Honoring Ray O’Donnell, GRAND MARSHAL

SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2024

Bethpage is a special place to live and raise a family. Our Annual Bethpage Saint Patrick’s Day Parade and Festivities is the most well attended event in our community. The expenses for this parade are paid soley by the contributions received from our local businesses and community members.

Show your support for this wonderful event by purchasing a raf e ticket for$20.00 each or three tickets for $50.00, and you willl be entered in our sweepstakes to win $10,000, $1000 or $500

Drawing will be held on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 8:00 PM BK Sweeney’s Parkside Tavern, 356 Broadway, Bethpage

To purchase a raf e ticket:

an email to: Bethpagesaintpatrickscommittee@gmail.com

Parade Committee wishes to acknowledge and thank the following donors for supporting the 2023 Parade:

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Chapey&SonsFuneralHome

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilwoman Vicki Walsh, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca and Receiver Jeff Pravato celebrated with approximately 100

residents at a special Vow Renewal Ceremony held on Valentine’s Day at Town Hall. Co-sponsored by Raynham Hall Museum, the event featured a reading of America’s First

Valentine, which was written on February 14, 1779 in Oyster Bay.

The story of America’s first Valentine is a proud piece of Oyster Bay history which dates back to the time

of the Revolutionary War, as British troops occupied Long Island homes. During the height of the American Revolutionary War, love improbably blossomed between Lt. Col Simcoe

Renewal ceremony at

and a young patriot named Sally Townsend as the Townsend property served as a headquarters for a regiment of 300 British troops. Lt. Col. Simcoe presented Sally with a

poem he wrote asking her to be his Valentine, and his famous poem, entitled ‘Will You Be My Valentine,’ became the first documented written Valentine in America.

including Joe

Bethpage, who celebrated 56 years of marriage, and Audrey and Joe Rydzewski of Locust Valley, who celebrated 68 years of marriage.

Plan Ahead For An ‘Eggceptional’ Easter Egg Hunt

Easter is steeped in both religious and secular traditions. Each year on Easter Sunday, many families feast on ham or lamb. Hot cross buns may be served as morning treats. Faithful Christians may dress up in their Sunday best to attend religious services.

Easter egg hunts are another time-honored component of this festive occasion. According to History.com, the Easter bunny and his eggs may initially have been derived from stories about an egglaying hare introduced to Americans by German settlers during the 1700s. Children would make nests and the hare would leave behind colored eggs.

Children often relish the idea of scouring their homes and yards in search of brightly-hued plastic or hard-boiled eggs. A little planning on the part of Easter egg hunt organizers can make this festive

tradition even more fun.

• Set the date: If Easter egg hunts are more than just family affairs and involve neighborhood searches or hunts with a close-knit group of friends, it may be smart to schedule in the days before Easter. This helps ensure that a good crowd will be available. Hunts on Easter itself may not get as many participants because celebrants could be at church or celebrating privately.

• Gather supplies early. Easter decorations and plastic eggs sell out rather quickly, so it’s wise to stock up on items as soon as they reach store shelves. If you’ll be using real eggs, consider boiling and coloring the eggs a week before the egg hunt so you won’t feel a time crunch. Simply store the dyed eggs in the refrigerator until ready for use. Color around six to 12 eggs per participant.

• Designate a search area. Aim for a relatively private spot for the egg hunt. A park may seem like a good idea, but people who were not included in the egg count could wander in. If you use a public space, rope off an area where the eggs will be hidden. In addition, have a backup plan if the weather does not cooperate. School gymnasiums, libraries or church recreational centers are some potential indoor options.

• Have pails at the ready. Some children will forget to bring a basket. Therefore, have extra, inexpensive pails or buckets on hand. Sturdy gift bags also work in a pinch.

• Keep ages in mind when hiding eggs. Avoid choosing hiding spots that can be dangerous or prove too difficult for kids to find the eggs. Before hiding eggs, count how many you have, which will

help to ensure all eggs are collected later on. Next, identify hiding spots that will work for various ages. For example, toddlers will need conspicuous spots, and older children more challenging nooks and crannies. A map of where every egg is hidden can help as well. Real eggs may not matter outdoors since wildlife could simply dine on any undiscovered

eggs. However, plastic eggs are not good for the environment and every attempt should be made to collect them all.

• Send children out in stages. Let the youngest kids go first, and then group each search team by ascending age. This helps make sure the older kids won’t simply snatch up the more easily found eggs.

• Reward with prizes. Be sure each child has some sort of takeaway prize. However, it’s fine to reward the best egg hunter with a more substantial prize.

• Gather and celebrate. Encourage guests to bring a small dish to contribute. After the hunt, everyone can gather to enjoy some refreshments.

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.

Third Graders Immerse

Third grade students from Kramer Lane Elementary School engaged in the fullday workshop, “Let’s Go to China,” on Feb. 7. Facilitated by award-winning singersongwriter Patricia Shih and her partner Wendy

Weng, students participated in interactive lessons and activities throughout the school day which focused on China’s history, geography and culture.

The day began in the school’s cafeteria where

the third grade classes assembled with their “Let’s Go to China” packets. They used these throughout the day to further their knowledge of China. Weng performed a Chinese dance for the students and Shih

In Chinese History And Culture

taught the students about some of China’s history and its geography. The third graders were then split into two groups and participated in different workshop sessions in the classrooms. Students performed a ribbon

dance, explored artifacts, spoke about Chinese inventions and learned the Chinese language. At the conclusion of the day, the third graders took part in a lively celebration to mark the upcoming Lunar

New Year. Students had the opportunity to be musicians and Lion Dancers. It was a great way to end a special day of learning.

Golden Eagle Of The Month Program Takes Flight

Students from Charles Campagne Elementary School in the Bethpage Union Free School District are being celebrated for their outstanding character with the help of the school’s new character education initiative, Golden Eagle of the Month. Staff

members kicked off the initiative in January with a high energy assembly to introduce students to the program and to present that month’s character trait, “Responsibility.”

Throughout the month, teachers put a strong emphasis on the word responsibility by including

it in daily lessons, routines and read-alouds.

At the end of January, each classroom teacher selected one student that exemplified the trait.

The school community joined together for another assembly on Feb. 2 to present the first Golden Eagles of the

Month. These 19 students received a certificate and a high-five from the Bethpage Eagle. After the January Golden Eagles were announced, student government members introduced “Courage” as the new trait for February. The members shared how they had courage in

a short video. They then performed a skit written by fifth grade student government member Diana Grindstaff about having courage.

The school will continue celebrating students for exemplifying the character trait of the month with assemblies

each month. The Golden Eagles will be announced at each assembly and the next character trait will be introduced. All of the school’s Golden Eagles of the Month will be displayed outside the main office for the remainder of the school year.

Students Bring Audiences Into The World Of Dr. Seuss With “Seussical”

Bethpage students from John F. Kennedy Middle School brought Dr. Seuss’s beloved characters to life in their recent musical production of “Seussical.” The talented

cast of 58 students and 17 crew members held performances from Feb. 1-3 in the John F. Kennedy Middle School auditorium.

The students were led

by director Jacqueline Rorke, vocal director Kayleigh Duca, choreographer Danielle Levy and stage crew director Annette Tekverk. With creative costumes

“SEUSSICAL” - John F. Kennedy Middle School students performed “Seussical”

and a colorful stage, the cast showcased their acting, dancing and singing skills for family, friends and the Bethpage community. They portrayed various

characters from different Dr. Seuss stories such as the Cat in the Hat and Horton the Elephant, whose worlds collide in a fun story for all ages.

The Bethpage Union

Free School District congratulates the entire cast and crew on another successful musical production.

Kramer Lane Elementary School in the Bethpage Union Free School District kicked off its annual Brown Bag Seminar Series during the month of January. The goal of the series is to introduce students to

Seminars Spark Healthy Habits

ideas and information that may inspire them. Volunteers consisting of Kramer Lane parents, family members and community members host seminars during recess periods for specific grade levels. Students

have the option to sign up in advance if the seminar interests them.

January marked Nutrition Month in the Bethpage Union Free School District, so Kramer Lane students participated in seminars

that focused on health. This included a local nurse who spoke with first grade students, a yoga instructor who conducted a yoga session with second graders and fifth graders, a radiologic technologist who spoke

with first and fifth graders and two parents that taught third graders how to make a healthy snack. From healthcare careers to ways of taking care of your body, student participants enjoyed learning something new.

Kramer Lane Elementary School will continue its Brown Bag Seminar Series in February when students are expected to receive visits from professionals in the digital marketing, finance and television fields.

Bethpage School District Shines The Spotlight On Districtwide Health And Wellness Initiatives

The Bethpage Union Free School District’s Board of Education gathered at Charles Campagne Elementary School for its business meeting on Jan. 23. At the start of the evening meeting, the board and community heard from Director of Guidance Thomas Kenny who presented on mental health and wellness programs across the district.

Mr. Kenny spoke about what mental health is and its importance. “Without mental health, there is no health,” he shared. While emphasizing on building a culture that cares, he discussed the many ways in which Bethpage students focus on social-emotional learning and wellness initiatives. Mr. Kenny shared tools from the elementary level such as the Zones of Regulation and characterbuilding programs such as the Energy Bus. He also

spoke about some wellness initiatives at the secondary level such as ninth graders participating in a mental health advisory class.

During Mr. Kenny’s presentation, he displayed pictures of how the school buildings have fostered student wellness. This included pictures of Bethpage High School’s Mindfulness Room and pictures of collaborative lessons that were held during Red Ribbon Week and Bullying Prevention Week. He also discussed the district’s many resources and partnerships with outside organizations to support student wellness and the community.

To further highlight wellness and how students are getting involved, Mr. Kenny spoke about Bethpage High School’s Sources of Strength program. Sources of Strength provides young

individuals and adults with the proper training and curriculum to promote mental health and help prevent suicide, violence, bullying and substance misuse. He invited five of Bethpage’s peer mentors, Eugenia Gioulis, Violetta Gioulis, Isabella Richemond, Gabriella

Russo and Catherine Taaffe, to present on the program.

Bethpage High School has 46 students and 23 adult advisers involved in the Bethpage Sources of Strength program. The students serve as peer leaders who spread messages of “hope, help and strength” across the

school community through campaigns, events and extracurricular activities.

During the board meeting, the five peer leaders spoke about their training, peer groups, goals and the support of adult advisers. The students also shared their upcoming campaigns for each month of the

school year and discussed their plans on how to incorporate Sources of Strength in the high school.

At the conclusion of the presentation, board members praised the peers leaders and Mr. Kenny on their informative presentation.

Half of all those visitors were on vacation (holiday). One-third were visiting relatives or friends in Ireland, and one-seventh came for business. Tourists generally spend between six and seven days in the country. The travel site Trip Savvy said that Great Britain leads the way for visitors to Ireland, followed by travelers from the United States and then Germany. Dublin, southwest Ireland, and the west of Ireland are the primary places people flock to when visiting the country.

Eligibility:

Bethpage Resident Veteran Banner Application

Any resident, family member of a resident or business member’s famil y in the Bethpage area can sponsor a local veteran’s banner. The Bethpage veteran being honored can be recent or past to be sponsored on a banner for any US military service Banners will be hung for Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day and saved annually.

All You Need To Do:

Enclose a check for $75 payable to Bethpage Chamber of Commerce, along with a photo of your service member. If there is a good close-up photo of them in their uniform, please send in a clear copy. Due by last Friday in April. Email to send photos: bethpageheroes@gmail.com

Veteran’s Information:

Name: __________________________________________________________________________

Branch of Service: _________________________________________________________________

Rank: ___________________________________________________________________________

Years Served: _______________ , if known

Check Only One: WW1 ________ WW2________ Korean War_______ Vietnam War_____

Other _________________________________________

Sponsor’s Information:

Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________

Town: ___________________________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________________ Cell: ____________________________________

Email: ___________________________________________________________________________

________ Donations are also accepted even without a veteran sponsorship to help support the program in any amount that you and your family or business would like to contribute.

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Bethpage students from Charles Campagne Elementary School kicked off Kindness Week on Feb. 12 with an engaging assembly program that focused on building a positive school community.

Presenters Dr. Nancy Kaplan and Lamar Lee from Lee Legacy visited students in the school’s multipurpose room to

Building A Brighter Community

highlight the importance of community, diversity and inclusion.

Dr. Kaplan and Mr. Lee shared their backgrounds with the students and spoke about how they visit schools and professional athletic organizations around the country to discuss what makes a great community. During the presentation, Charles

Campagne students learned about what a community is and discussed what kindness means.

Dr. Kaplan led the classes in an activity in which each student and teacher received a piece of paper. They were all instructed to close their eyes and make specific folds and rips in their paper. Upon opening their eyes and seeing how

each paper looked, students realized that although they all followed the same instructions, no two papers were exactly alike.

“Your paper is almost like us as people,” Dr. Kaplan said. “We’re all different and everyone is beautiful.” Students learned that as people, we tend to look for others who look like us. Dr. Kaplan and Mr.

Lamar highlighted the importance of diversity and embracing what makes us different and unique. In addition, Mr. Lamar spoke about inclusion and students helped provide examples such as helping one another and including someone in a game at recess.

“If you are known as a person who smiles and

who uplifts someone and brightens their day, the people that see you remember that for the rest of their life,” he told students. “They see you in a positive light.”

At the conclusion of the assembly, the students were inspired to be upstanding members of the Charles Campagne school community.

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• Chicken Francese

• Chicken Grigio

• Chicken Marsala

• Chicken Piccata

• Chicken Parmigiana

• Eggplant Parmigiana

• Eggplant Rollatini

• Farfalle

• Gnocchi

• Mussels

• Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe

• Penne alla Vodka

• Pork Filet Salpino

• Rigatoni Bolognese

• Sausage & Broccoli Rabe

• Sausage & Peppers

• Sausage & Potatoes

• Stuffed Chicken

• Stuffed Rigatoni

• Stuffed Shells

• Tortellini Alfredo

Antipasto (Choose One)

• Antipasto Platter

• Mozzarella Caprese Platter

• Cheese Platter

• Grilled Vegetable Platter

Salad (Choose One)

• Garden Salad

• Caesar Salad

• Giardinastro

• Spinach & Goat Cheese

• Arugula Salad

Main Course (Choose one per ten people. Must choose one pasta dish.)

Pasta (must choose one)

• Cavatelli Calabrese

• Farfalle Primavera

• Gemelli alla

Gabriella

• Linguine w/ Clam Sauce

• Linguine ai Frutti di Mare

• Orzo Mediterranean

• Penne alla Vodka

• Penne Fantasia

• Shrimp Mia

Poultry

• Chicken Adriana

• Chicken w/ Sauteed Broccoli & Sundried Tomatoes

• Chicken Cacciatore

• Chicken Francese

• Chicken Grigio

• Chicken Marsala

• Chicken Parmigiana

• Chicken Sorrentino

• Grilled Turkey London Broil

• Roasted Turkey Breast

• Stuffed Chicken

• Brussels Sprouts

• Butternut Squash

• Eggplant Parmigiana

• Eggplant Rollatine

• Grilled Asparagus

• Grilled Potatoes

• Rice Primavera

• Roasted Potatoes

• Spaghetti Squash

From the Land

• Boneless Spare Ribs

• Grilled Pork Tenderloin

• Meatballs

• Pork Chop Caprese

• Pork Filet Salpino

• Sausage & Peppers

• Veal Marsala

Starch & Vegetables

• Veal Parmigiana

• Veal Scallopine

From the Sea

• Grilled Salmon

• Maryland Crab Cakes

• Mussels Margherita

• Mussels w/ Garlic & Oil

• Shrimp Oregenata

• Shrimp Parmigiana

• Stuffed Flounder Filet

• Stuffed Shrimp

• Shrimp Scampi

• Grilled USDA Prime Flat Iron Steak