Oyster Bay, NY – Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Clerk LaMarca recently honored Laurie Bayen of the Town Clerk’s office as the Town’s “Employee of the Month” for her dedication and selfless commitment to the Town’s residents. A proud resident of Seaford,
Laurie effectively handles licensing in the Clerk’s office and assists residents through her expertise in the licensing process, which makes her an invaluable part of the Town’s day-today operations.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “I commend Laurie for being an important part
of the Town’s exceptional work force. She serves as an amazing role model in the Town Clerk’s office and, on behalf of my colleagues on the Oyster Bay Town Board, I am proud to issue this Town citation in recognition of her exemplary service! Congratulations Laurie!”
2026 Picnic Pavilion Reservations
For Long Island State Parks
Are you interested in renting a picnic pavilion this summer at one of your Long Island State Parks? Reservations will open Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST on the New York State Parks Reserve America website or by calling 1-800-456-2267. There are no in-person reservations. All picnic pavilion reservations must be made online or by calling Reserve America directly.
Reservable picnic pavilions are located at the following Long Island State Parks for the 2026 season, with the following restrictions:
• Belmont Lake State Park, North Babylon
o No sound systems / DJ’s / amplified sound
o No buses on holidays Memorial Day to Labor Day
o No generators permitted
• Bethpage State Park, Farmingdale
o No electricity
• Heckscher State Park, East Islip
• Hempstead Lake State Park, West Hempstead
o No generators permitted
• Orient Beach State Park, Orient
o No buses on weekends
• Sunken Meadow State Park, Kings Park (Field # 4)
o No pony rides, inflatables, sound systems / DJ’s / amplified sound
• Valley Stream State Park, Valley Stream
o No sound systems / DJ’s / amplified sound
o No buses on weekends and holidays Memorial Day to Labor Day
After you have successfully reserved a pavilion, you can then apply for an add-on permit to enhance your reservation. Applications for add-on permits, which include sound system / DJ’s / amplified sound, pony
rides, buses, inflatables, food trucks, or alcohol, can be found within the 2026 Group Picnic Application. Applications must be received at least 14 days prior to your reservation date.
For additional information, please call the Regional Permit Office at 631-321-3770.
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 88 million visits 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, LinkedIn, the OPRHP Blog or via the OPRHP Newsroom.
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State Utilities takes pride in supplying fuel you need to heat your home and/or office to the comfort level you desire. Winter can be long and brutal, and should your burner fail to start it can become a crucial disaster. It is comforting to have full service during this disruption by contacting us by telephone or Email, no matter what the weather outside.
Celebrating 74 years in business, we are grateful to the many generations of loyal customers who have entrusted State Utilities with their
comfort. Thank you.
SUNDAY, DEC. 7th
FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS
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
SATURDAY, 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
9:00AM-2:30PM
CLOTHING DRIVE
at Hicksville High School, 180 Division Avenue. Fundraising clothing drive in support of The Sarah Grace Foundation For Children With Cancer. The Foundation is an all-volunteer Hicksville based charity that has supported these children and families for 23 years. Items can be dropped off in the main lobby of HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL on Saturday, February 28.
2:00PM
MEGA MAGIC WITH MIKE D’URZO Award-winning magician and mentalist. Michael J. Grant Campus
MAKE A SUBMISSION! Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more information, please call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
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: 631851-6589, Ammerman Campus, Selden: 631-451-4163
SATURDAY, FEB. 28th
10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
SUNDAY, MARCH 1st
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
LONG ISLAND PET SHOW 2026 at Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena, 1001 Crooked Hill Road in Brentwood. The Long Island Pet Expo is designed to educate and entertain the public about the wonderful world of pets. Featuring many pet vendors, educational and entertaining performances, special attractions, hands-on-petting opportunities, pet adoptions, and outstanding shopping for pet lovers and their pets. Well behaved leashed pets are welcome! A fun day for the whole family!
UPCOMING MARCH EVENTS
MONDAY, MARCH 2nd
7:00PM-9:00PM
THE HISTORY OF THE SOUTH SIDE
SPORTSMAN'S CLUB
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will host Ed Gross,
Historian, on the history of the Sportsman's Club; how it grew from an 18th century house to an Inn. Presidents and notables of the era hunted and fished there. The Club worked with Robert Moses to create Connetquot River State Park. Meeting will take place at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave, is free and open to the public. For more info: www.isliphamlethistory. org, 631-559-2915.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4th
12:00PM-4:00PM
SENIOR CITIZEN
ST. PATTY'S PARTY LUNCHEON
Join The New Serenaders at The Irish Coffee Pub for a St. Patty's Party Luncheon. Get ready to enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, drink, singing, and dancing fun. Included will be a 3-course meal with choice of entree, unlimited beer, wine, soda, dessert, coffee, tea, music, and more. The Irish Coffee Pub is located at 131 Carleton Avenue in East Islip. For more information, please call 631277-0007
SATURDAY, MARCH 7th
6:00PM
CHEF COMPETITION
Cook your favorite entree or dessert or just come, taste and cast your vote. Admission $10. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information, and to RSVP, please call 631-226-8690
Manor Students Lead With Kindness On P.S. I Love You Day
Kindness was the focus at Seaford Manor Elementary School, which marked P.S. I Love You Day on Feb. 13. The national initiative, which coincides with Valentine’s Day, is dedicated to eradicating the stigma around mental health and fostering a supportive environment and a community where everyone feels welcomed, loved and supported.
Manor’s P.S. I Love Your Day campaign was spearheaded by social worker Jennifer DiMieri and psychologist Lindsay Friedman. They provided each class with blank “I can spread love by…” banners, which students filled out with their own ideas on being kind and compassionate to others. In the days leading up to P.S. I Love You Day, the completed banners were hung up throughout the hallways to show a unified commitment to kindness.
On Feb. 13, all students
and staff were encouraged to wear purple, which is the symbolic color of the campaign. Student council members made a give-and-take board in the hallway. One side was filled with paper hearts that had positive and uplifting messages that students could take for themselves or to give to a friend. The other side had blank hearts for children to write their own messages on to give to others.
The student council also delivered personalized letters to each class that reflected what each teacher loves about his or her students.
Additionally, they wrote and delivered thank-you letters to support staff. All students in grades 3-5 wrote positive messages on paper bags that would be used for to-go orders at a local deli on P.S. I Love You Day.
Several teachers also planned activities in their
classroom. Fifth graders in Jennifer Adelstein’s class wrote compliments on paper hearts for specific classmates, which were given out on Feb. 13.
Each student in the class received at least six hearts, and smiles filled the room as they read the kind messages.
For P.S. I Love You Day on Feb. 13, Seaford Manor Elementary School students showed off the banners they made listing acts of kindness, joined by social worker Jennifer DiMieri and Assistant Principal Rich Schwartz. Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
Liam Waters looked at the compliments his fifth grade classmates wrote. Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
Fifth grader Johanna Takseeraas was the recipient of several compliment hearts. Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
Cherry Pie Makes For A Flavorful Finishing Touch
Dessert can be the crowning touch to a delicious meal. Pie is a popular dessert that undoubtedly benefits from versatility. It comes in so many flavors that it’s possible to eat a slice of pie each day for a month and never have the same one twice. For those with a predilection for “Cherry Pie,” this recipe from Lines+Angles is sure to please.
DIRECTIONS:
1. Mix flour, salt and sugar in a food processor fitted with steel blade. Scatter butter pieces over flour mixture, tossing to coat butter with a little flour. Cut butter into flour with five 1-second pulses. Add shortening and continue to cut it in until flour is pale yellow and resembles coarse cornmeal with butter bits no larger than small peas, about four more 1-second pulses. Turn mixture into medium bowl.
2. Sprinkle all but 1 tablespoon of the ice water over mixture. With blade of rubber spatula, use folding motion to mix. Press down on dough with broad side of spatula until dough sticks together, adding up to 1 tablespoon of remaining ice water if dough does not come together. Divide dough into two balls, one slightly larger than the other. Flatten each into 4-inch-wide disk. Dust lightly with flour, wrap separately in plastic, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
3. Remove dough from refrigerator; let stand at room temperature to soften slightly, about 10 minutes. Heat oven to 400 F. Toss fruit with sugar, lemon juice and zest, spices, almond extract, brandy, and tapioca; let stand for 15 minutes.
4. Roll larger dough disk on lightly floured surface into 12-inch circle, about 1⁄8-inch thick. Transfer and fit dough into 9-inch glass pie pan, leaving dough that overhangs the lip in
Cherry Pie
For 8 servings
Pie dough:
2 1⁄4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 small lemon, zested to yield 1 teaspoon zest and juiced to yield 2 teaspoons juice
1⁄8 teaspoon ground allspice
1⁄8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1⁄8 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon brandy
3 to 4 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
place. Turn fruit mixture, including juices, into pie shell. Scatter butter pieces over fruit. Refrigerate until ready to top with remaining dough.
5. Roll smaller disk on lightly floured surface into 10-inch circle. Lay over fruit. Trim top and bottom dough edges to 1⁄2-inch beyond pan lip. Tuck this rim of dough underneath itself so that folded edge is flush with pan lip. Flute dough in your own fashion, or press with fork tines to seal. Cut four slits at right angles on dough top to allow steam to escape. If pie dough is very soft, place in freezer for 10 minutes before baking.
6. Place pie on baking sheet; bake until top crust is golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 F and continue to bake until juices bubble and crust is golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes longer.
7. Transfer pie to wire rack; let cool to almost room temperature so juices have time to thicken, from 1 to 2 hours.
Tips:
If you prefer a less sweet pie or if the fruit is very sweet, use a lower sugar amount to your taste. If you like your pie juices fairly thick, or if the fruit is really juicy, then opt for the higher amount of tapioca. If you are using frozen fruit, measure it frozen, but let it thaw before filling the pie. If not, you run the risk of partially cooked fruit and undissolved tapioca.
Speaker Teaches History And Lessons Of The Holocaust
As part of its Holocaust education program, Seaford Middle School sixth graders heard a powerful story from Donna Rosenblum, director of education for Nassau County’s Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center. She visited the school on Feb. 5 and 6, engaging in meaningful dialogue with students over one of history’s greatest atrocities.
Over the past two months, sixth graders have been reading “Jacob’s Rescue,” a historical fiction book by Malka Drucker and Michael Halperin. Based on a true story, it tells the tale of a Christian family who hides a Jewish boy and his two brothers to keep them safe. Students also completed research projects on Holocaust
heroes.
Ms. Rosenblum’s visit supported the lessons in English language arts and social studies classes, and also followed Holocaust Remembrance Day on Jan. 27. She spoke about the museum’s purpose, gave an overview of the Holocaust and provided the testimony of a Holocaust survivor, Irving Roth. Mr. Roth, who emigrated to the United States in 1947 and eventually settled on Long Island, died in 2021 at 91 years old.
The presentation focused on the dangerous path created by hate. Ms. Rosenblum encouraged students to reject discrimination, to speak up against injustice, and to be informed, active citizens. She concluded each visit with a question and answer
session.
Principal Dr. Raphael Morey said that the Holocaust education curriculum was developed by sixth grade teachers. Students make connections by hearing real stories of survival. They develop empathy and learn how others demonstrated resilience while faced with the most difficult of challenges.
“It’s important to learn about historical tragedies, so we can ensure that they don’t happen again, and work on ways of bettering our community,” Dr. Morey said. “We appreciate the collaboration with the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center and their educators who deliver this information in an appropriate and meaningful way.”
Nassau County Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center Director of Education Donna Rosenblum talked to sixth graders at Seaford Middle School about the Holocaust on Feb. 5 and 6 and told the personal story of a survivor.
Sixth graders, from left, Ashley Montroni, Kaitlyn Whitten, Anton Elsner, Eliza Bevilacqua and Lucas Valencia have been reading historical fiction book “Jacob’s Rescue.” Photos courtesy of the Seaford School District
Residents Invited To Submit Photos For Town Publications
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand invites residents to submit photos taken in the Town of Oyster Bay to be considered for future use in Town publications.
“We accept photos year-round submitted by our residents which depict people, places, community events and
scenery throughout our Town,” said Councilman Hand. “We accept photos for the calendar, as well as other Town publications, including our website, social media pages and brochures.”
Councilman Hand noted that photos should be taken within the confines of the Town of Oyster
Bay. Digital submissions are preferred, but highquality photos may also be submitted. Emailed photos should be sent to photos@ oysterbay-ny.gov. Printed photos can be submitted to the Town’s Public Information Office, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay NY 11771. Residents should make sure their name,
address, phone number and brief description of the photo are included with their submission. The photographer is responsible for the correct spelling of the names and subjects in the photos, as well as notifying subjects they may appear in a Town publication.
Did You Know?
Supporting small businesses ensures more money stays in the communities those businesses serve. The U.S. Small Business Administration says $48 out of every $100 spent at a small business stays in the community. On the flip side, when a person spends $100 at a big-box store or
a national chain, only $14 remains in the community. Local businesses are more likely to utilize other local businesses, such as banks, service providers and even farms. Small businesses also pay employees, many of whom are local and shop local, thereby keeping even more dollars in their communities.
Research Shows The Health Benefits Of Regular Walking
Whether you’re taking a leisurely stroll through your neighborhood or a power-walk in the park, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, says taking part in physical activity is one of the best ways to manage stress, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke and boost your mood.
Improved technology and the growing popularity of fitness applications, electronic wearables and step counters have made counting steps an easy way to count health benefits, as noted through a growing body of scientific research.
A study presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology, Prevention, Lifestyle & Cardiometabolic Health Conference 2021 (EPI), found that:
•Study participants who took more steps in short spurts lived longer, regardless of how many steps they had in longer, uninterrupted bouts. The benefits leveled off at about 4,500 steps a day in short spurts.
•Compared to no daily steps, each initial increase of 1,000 steps a day was associated with a 28% decrease in death during the follow-up period.
•A 32% decrease in death was noted in participants who took more than 2,000 steps daily in uninterrupted bouts.
Middle-aged people who walked the most steps-perday had a 43% lower risk of diabetes and a 31% lower risk of high blood pressure, compared to those with the fewest steps, according to research presented at the Association’s 2020 EPI Conference. For women in the study, each 1,000-step interval resulted in a 13% lower risk of obesity, and those with the highest step count were 61% less likely to have obesity, compared to women who walked the
People who took at least 7,000 steps a day had a 50% to 70% lower risk of dying compared with people who took fewer than 7,000 steps a day, according to a study published in September in the journal JAMA Open Network. Researchers found that a higher daily step count (over 10,000 steps) lowered the risk of premature death from any cause among Black and white middle-aged women and men.
“Walking is a great way to improve your health and your mental outlook, and it doesn’t take a lot of expensive sporting equipment to do it. Put on a good pair of shoes and grab a water bottle and you’re ready to go,” said Donna K. Arnett, M.S.P.H., Ph.D., B.S.N., a past president of the American Heart Association (2012-2013) and the dean and a professor in the department of epidemiology of the University of Kentucky College of Public Health in Lexington. “It doesn’t matter how fast or how far you walk, the important thing is to get moving. Counting steps doesn’t have to be part of a structured exercise program. Increasing your everyday activity, like parking slightly further from your destination, doing some extra housework or yardwork and even walking
The Value Of Activity-Driven Fundraisers
Fundraising is vital to the survival of many nonprofit organizations. Charity watchdog groups like Charity Navigator suggest nonprofits should aspire to spend less than 10 percent of their budgets on fundraising. That can be a tall task and underscores the need for charities to find creative, cost-effective ways to raise funds.
fundraisers?
your dog can all add up to more steps and better health.”
The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. You can knock that out in just 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. And every minute of moderate to vigorous activity counts toward your goal.
Arnett points out that walking indoors at home, in a gym or even a mall can be easy ways to get beneficial physical activity. However, research indicates that being outdoors in areas rich with trees, shrubs and grass (i.e., a higher level of greenness) may help reduce the risk of dying from heart disease.
“Unfortunately, many people do not have access to safe walking trails or adequate green space. The American Heart Association continues to advocate for policy changes that make it easier for people to have access to safe places to walk, exercise and play, as well as sustainable transportation options that integrate walking, bicycling and wheelchair use,” Arnett said. “The easier it is for people to engage in physical activity in all aspects of their daily life, the more likely we are to achieve healthier, longer lives for everyone.”
Nonprofit organizations raise funds in various ways. Some organizations partner with local businesses and receive a portion of the proceeds participating establishments earn on certain days, while other organizations may cold call prospective donors during times of the year when giving to charity tends to increase, such as the holiday season. Activity-driven fundraisers are another popular way for nonprofit organizations to raise funds, and these endeavors can be highly effective.
What are activity-driven
Activity-driven fundraisers focus on an engaging activity that encourages supporters to actively participate in an effort to raise funds. The Ice Bucket Challenge is one of the more notable activity-driven fundraisers in recent years. Participants in the challenge would pour a bucket of ice water over their heads or the head of another person, and then challenge or nominate another person to follow suit. Participants also would urge donations to support research into amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, an incurable motor neuron disease also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Additional examples of activity-driven fundraisers are runs and walks in which participants solicit donations from supporters that increase with each mile they walk or run. The American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Awareness 5K walk and fun run is one popular activity-driven fundraiser
that annually attracts sizable numbers of participants and donors. Are activity-driven fundraisers effective?
The sheer volume of activity-driven fundraisers makes it more difficult to gauge the success of these events. However, a recent study from researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found that people are inclined to contribute more when the experience is painful and labor-intensive. That suggests that activitydriven fundraisers like charity runs can be highly effective and lucrative ways to raise money. Indeed, various estimates suggest the Ice Bucket Challenge raised more than $220 million worldwide.
Nonprofit organizations raise funds in myriad ways. Activity-driven fundraisers are among the more engaging, and often successful, ways to raise money for a good cause.
Long Island State Parks Celebrate Black History Month
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the celebration of Black History Month at Long Island State Parks. This month-long celebration highlights some of America’s notable African Americans and their accomplishments through informative displays and programs. 2026 serves as an important milestone in black history as the ASALH (The Founders of Black History Month) celebrate “A Century of Black History Commemorations”, highlighting 100 years since the founding of Black History Month. You're to visit to learn more about some notable African Americans and their impact on American history and culture.
Informational Displays throughout the month of February will be at these Long Island State Park locations:
o Hempstead Lake State Park, Environmental Education and Resiliency Center, West Hempstead. Open daily 9am – 3:30pm, for information call
516-766-1029
o Jones Beach State Park, Administration Building, Wantagh. Open daily 7:00am – 4:30pm, for information call 516785-1600
o LI State Parks Regional Headquarters Lobby, West Babylon. Open Monday through Friday 10am – 4pm,
for information call 631-321-3510
o Planting Fields Arboretum Hoffman Conference Center, Oyster Bay. Open daily 10am – 4pm, for information call 516922-8600
o Nissequogue River State Park – Charles & Helen Reichert Administration
Building, Kings Park. Open daily 8am – 4pm, for more information call 631-269-4927
o Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center-West End 2, Wantagh. Open daily 9am - 4:30pm, for information call 516809-8222
The Long Island State Parks Environmental Education department and
the Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center will also host special programming at the following parks:
o Hempstead Lake State Park, Environmental Education & Resiliency Center, West Hempstead. Art in the Park: Charles McGee – Saturday, February 21st 11:00am – 12:30pm
o Bethpage State Park, The Heritage Club (Lenox Room), Bethpage. Black Experiences in the Revolutionary War with guest speaker Lavada Nahon, Sunday February 22nd. 11:00am – 12:30pm
o Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center - West End 2, Wantagh. Black History in Exploration (All ages) – Saturday, February 28th 2:00pm – 3:00pm Please visit www. jonesbeachenc.org/ programs and www. eventbrite.com/o/nys-parkslong-island-environmentaleducation-33908178297 for information on how to sign up for programs.
41st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Black History Month Commemorative Celebration
The Eta Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will host its 41st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Black History Month Commemorative Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at The Heritage Club at Bethpage in Farmingdale, New York. For more than four decades, this signature event has brought together civic leaders, educators, faith leaders, nonprofit partners, and community advocates to honor the enduring legacy of Dr. King while advancing Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity’s
commitment to service, justice, and educational opportunity across Long Island.
Distinguished 2026 Honorees
This year’s celebration will recognize five leaders whose work reflects excellence in public service, education, and community impact:
Raphael G. Warnock, United States Senator and Senior Pastor, Ebenezer Baptist Church
Marc H. Morial, President & CEO, National Urban League; Former Mayor of New Orleans
Janeene Balmir, Senior
Vice President, Global League Finance, National Basketball Association
Michaelle C. Solages, New York State Assembly, District 22
Dr. Monique DarrisawAkil, Superintendent, Uniondale Union Free School District
45 Years of Expanding Access Through the HBCU College Tour
The 2026 program will also commemorate the 45th anniversary of the Eta Theta Lambda Chapter’s HBCU College Tour, one of the chapter’s longest-running signature initiatives. For more
than four decades, the tour has introduced generations of Long Island students—primarily African American and Latino—to the academic, cultural, and leadership opportunities available at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, helping expand college awareness, aspiration, and access.
“For more than 40 years, this celebration has served as both a tribute to Dr. King’s legacy and a call to action,” said Kendall Richards, Ph.D., president of the Eta Theta Lambda Chapter. “By honoring leaders who embody service
Notable Firsts For Black Americans
and justice and investing in scholarships and youthfocused initiatives, we reaffirm our responsibility to uplift communities and help prepare the next generation of leaders.”
Community Impact
Proceeds from the event support the Eta Theta Lambda Chapter’s scholarship fund, HBCU college tour, youth mentoring initiatives, leadership development programs, and community outreach efforts serving students, families, and communities across Nassau and Suffolk counties.
The United States has been shaped by its diverse population, including many Black Americans whose trailblazing achievements created lasting change and expanded opportunity for future generations. Among them are Jackie Robinson, who broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier; Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first to seek a majorparty presidential nomination; Hattie McDaniel, the first Black Academy Award winner; Benjamin O. Davis Sr., the first Black U.S. Army general; and Barack Obama, the nation’s first Black president. Obama’s historic terms may have helped pave the way for the vice presidency of Kamala Harris, who became the first Black American and first Asian American vice president in 2021. Their legacies continue to influence the nation and inspire Americans of all backgrounds.
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Leisure activities may be widely viewed as fun ways to fill up free time, but the benefits of leisure activities extend beyond beating boredom. An analysis published in the journal BBA Molecular Basis of Disease found that leisure activities have a positive impact on cognitive function and dementia. The analysis, conducted by researchers with the Aging Research Center in Stockholm who examined various studies regarding the relationship between certain activities and cognitive function, defined leisure activity as the voluntary use of free time for activities outside the home. After retirement, leisure time constitutes a large part of many retirees’ lives, and finding ways to fill that time is more beneficial than merely avoiding boredom. The researchers behind the study concluded that the existing research is insufficient to draw any firm conclusions regarding the effects of certain types of leisure activities on the risk for dementia and cognitive decline, though they did note that multi-domain cognitive training has the potential to improve cognitive function in healthy older adults and slow decline in affected individuals. A multidomain approach to cognitive training involves memory, reasoning, problemsolving, and map reading, among other activities. Aging adults who embrace activities that require the use of such skills may find that they’re not only finding stimulating ways to fill their free time, but increasing their chances of longterm cognitive health as well.
