SEN. RHOADS RECOGNIZES FARMINGDALE COACHES, VOLUNTEERS - Senator Steve Rhoads joined Legislator Rose Walker and Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino at the Farmingdale Baseball and Softball Association Appreciation Dinner to recognize the dedicated coaches and volunteers who support local youth sports. This year’s honorees included Chris Horowitz, recipient of the Joan Vasquez President’s Award, and Bill Cloghessy, recipient of the Bob Miller Award. Senator Rhoads thanked the honorees for their leadership and commitment to the Farmingdale community and its young athletes.
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FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS
THURSDAY, FEB. 19th
10:00AM-12:00PM
WINTER BIRD WALK:
FAMILY PROGRAM
2026 Robert Moses State Park in Babylon, Winter Environmental Event Winter on the beach is one of the best birding times of the year! Dress for the weather and we will be walking on sand. Bring binoculars. Reservations required: Visit Eventbrite.com and search #NatureEdventure. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please call or cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend.
SATURDAY, FEB. 21st
1:00PM–4:00pm
HOLIDAY CHEER
BUS AWARDS CEREMONY
KiDS NEED MoRE will host its Holiday Cheer Bus Awards Ceremony to celebrate the volunteers, fundraisers, donors, sponsors, and community partners who made the holiday season possible. The event honors the “elves” behind the scenes who helped spread cheer to children and families across Long Island. Carney’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, 136 Broadway in Amityville. For more information, visit kidsneedmore.org.
7:00PM-11:00PM
DANCE TO THE OLDIES
Will be held at the Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 N. Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst. Tickets $40.00 pp includes: Hero
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sandwich, Macaroni and Potato salad, Tap beer, House Wine, Soda, coffee, Tea, Dessert. Music by DJ Ralph. Call Dot Kelly at 631-9576574 for ticket availability. Must be 18 or older to attend.
SUNDAY, FEB. 22nd
9:00AM–12:00pm 33rd ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The Mayor's Beautification Society of Lindenhurst is hosting their annual pancake breakfast at Fireman's Pavilion, 555 Heiling Blvd. Enjoy breakfast, lots of raffles and 50/50. Adults $12 and Seniors (60+) / Children (under 12) $10. Breakfast served until 11:00AM followed by raffle drawings. Purchase at door or email: LINDENHURSTMBS@GMAIL.COM
1:30PM–3:00pm BLACK EXPERIENCES IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR LECTURE
The New York State Parks’ Interpreter for African American History will present a special lecture program called “Black Experiences in the Revolutionary War” at Bethpage State Park’s Heritage Club in the Lenox Room. Reservations are required. To register, please visit Eventbrite. com and search by program title or #NatureEdventure. For questions, please call 631-581-1072
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25th
7:00PM BOY BAND & POP DIVA
MUSIC BINGO
317 Main Street in Farmingdale. All winners will receive a prize! Reserve your spot now and purchase your ticket! 21+ / Limited menu available during the event. For more information, please call 631-921-4670
THRU SAT. FEB. 28th
11:00AM-4:00PM
HIDDEN HEARTS SCAVENGER HUNT
At The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold Spring Harbor. Find the hidden hearts and snag a prize! Free Event. For more information, please call 631-367-3418
SATURDAY, FEB. 28th
2:00PM
MEGA MAGIC WITH MIKE D’URZO Award-winning magician and mentalist. Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood. The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College, in partnership with the Lively Arts Series, announce the Spring 2026 Season, featuring a dynamic lineup of performances presented at the Michael J. Grant and Ammerman campuses. Tickets and information available at sunysuffolk.edu/spotlight or by calling: Michael J. Grant Campus, Brentwood: 631-8516589, Ammerman Campus, Selden: 631-451-4163
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STRENGTHENING TREATMENT, INFRASTRUCTURE & WATER QUALITY FOR THE NEW YEAR
Happy new year to all our Bethpage residents. As we begin 2026, the Bethpage Water District is proud to share important progress on projects that strengthen our treatment capabilities and improve system reliability. In December our new ISEP system for nitrate and perchlorate began startup, adding another advanced layer of protection to meet evolving water-quality standards. Combined with the installation of Advanced Oxidation Process (AOP) system at Plant No. 1, all District wells are fully equipped with the highest level of water treat technology to remove 1,4-dioxane.
Plant No. 1 will remain our major priority and is on track to become our most advanced facility throughout the District. Once construction is completed and all treatment systems - ISEP, Packed Tower Aeration, AOP and Granular Activated Carbon - come online by spring 2026, Plant No. 1 will signi cantly enhance our long-term water quality and operational exibility.
We also completed approximately 1.4 miles of water main replacement along Sherman and Harrison Avenues, improving reliability and pressure throughout the system. Additional upgrades are underway, including recoating the Adams Avenue elevated tank and advancing Phase 2 of the North-South transmission main to strengthen distribution.
We remain steadfast and committed to delivering high-quality, reliable drinking water to every home and business in Bethpage for 2026... and beyond. Cheers to a bright year ahead!
Michael J. Boufis, Superintendent Bethpage Water District
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is offering scholarships of up to $5,000 to college-bound high school seniors affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related illnesses as part of its annual Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship. Entries can be submitted at www.alzfdn. org/scholarship and must be received by Sunday, March 1 at 5 pm ET.
Eligible teens are invited to apply for the scholarship by submitting an essay (1,500 words maximum) or submitting a video (no more than four minutes long) describing how Alzheimer’s disease has shaped their lives, what they have learned about themselves, their family and/or their community through their experience with Alzheimer’s, and how they plan to advocate or raise awareness in the future.
The contest recognizes the emotional, academic, and personal challenges young
people often face when a loved one is living with the disease. By amplifying student voices, the program aims to raise awareness, foster empathy, and support the next generation as they pursue higher education while honoring the resilience shown by families affected by Alzheimer’s.
Examples of ways that Alzheimer’s impacted a student’s life can include:
· Having a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness
· Helping care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness
· Volunteering or working in a care setting that serves individuals with dementia
· Raising Alzheimer’s awareness in their school or community
· Conducting Alzheimer’s research
The program is open to current high school seniors
living in the United States who will be attending a U.S. college or university this Fall. Students already attending college are not eligible to participate.
The top prize awarded is a $5,000 scholarship.
Additional prizes are awarded for runners up and honorable mentions. More than $527,000 in college scholarships have been
awarded since the program’s inception.
AFA provides these scholarship funds through the generous support of charitable donors. Individuals wishing to support this and other programs and services for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease can do so by visiting www.alzfdn.org/ donate or calling AFA at 866232-8484.
From The Desk Of Mayor Ralph Ekstrand
UPCOMING EVENTS
in Farmingdale
Village!
Farmingdale’s 12th Annual St. Patrick’s Day ParadeSunday, 3/15/2026, Easter Egg Hunt ~ Meet the Easter Bunny - Saturday, 3/28/2026 & More!
Farmingdale Village fun continues with upcoming community events planned. Bring family and friends and enjoy community and seasonal events in Farmingdale Village!
Great news - Farmingdale Village was Voted Long Island’s Best Downtown 2026, 11 out of the past 12 years in the Four Leaf Best of Long Island contest! Congratulations to all Farmingdale and Long Island 2026 Best of Long Island winners and thanks to all that voted!
Farmingdale Village announces that the 12th Annual Farmingdale St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for Sunday, March 15th, 2026 at 2 PM. Get Your Green On and join the community for a great Parade & fun celebration in downtown Farmingdale! The parade kicks off from Northside Elementary School and spans about half a mile down Main Street to the Village Green including
local community groups, Farmingdale/local Fire Departments, pipe bands, Village / local officials, and more!
Enjoy lunch with family and friends before the parade and stay downtown afterwards for dinner and drinks. Farmingdale Village is a terrific downtown destination; shop and dine local - explore the many shops, merchants, Culinary Quarter Mile restaurants, bars, clubs, eateries, with some new spots!
Groups / Organizations / Clubs interested in participating / marching in the Village of Farmingdale’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, email: Joe Fortuna, Joef@ thenuttyirishman.com, or call 516-293-9700. Individuals and residents can also join in the line-up to march. The Parade stepoff is at 2 PM, marchers and parade participants meet at Northside School, about 1:30 PM to line-up.
Main Street will be
temporarily closed for the parade. The Parade is planned by the Farmingdale Business Improvement District. Special Thanks to Joe Fortuna of The Nutty Irishman, the Farmingdale BID, Parade Participants, Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Farmingdale School District & all others helping to make this Parade a success!
Farmingdale Easter Egg Hunt - Photos with the Easter Bunny: Bring family, friends & Easter baskets to the Farmingdale Village Green, 361 Main St., Saturday, March 28, 2026 – arrive early by 10:45 AM (before 11 AM), bring Easter baskets - then take photos with the Easter Bunny at the gazebo! Egg hunt for children 11 years old & younger. Thanks to the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee for planning this free community event. If inclement weather, the Meet the Easter Bunny event moves inside Village Hall (361 Main Street) and Eggs will be given to the children.
Sen. Steve Rhoads Recognizes Farmingdale Coaches, Volunteers
Senator Steve Rhoads joined Legislator Rose Walker and Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino at the Farmingdale Baseball and Softball Association Appreciation Dinner to recognize the dedicated coaches and volunteers who support local youth sports. This year’s honorees included Chris Horowitz, recipient of the Joan Vasquez President’s Award, and Bill Cloghessy, recipient of the Bob Miller Award. Senator Rhoads thanked the honorees for their leadership and commitment to the Farmingdale community and its young athletes.
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The Orthodox Church offers you the authentic Christian Tradition maintained without innovation since Apostolic times, which fulfills life on a daily basis, not just on Sunday. We welcome all people seeking a community rooted in the oldest Christian Church
with an emphasis on Holy Scripture, Holy Tradition, liturgical and prayer life, and traditional Christian values. The Divine Liturgy is celebrated every Sunday at 9:30 AM (Hours at 9:00 AM) at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. Coffee hour follows the Divine Liturgy.
Services are also streamed on https://www.facebook. com/htocem. All services are conducted in English. Additional information and schedules can be found on the parish website, www. htocem.org, or by email, htocem@gmail.com.
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