Noah Rosa Commits To Dominican University For Soccer And Basketball
Noah Rosa of West Babylon High School, recently named one of Newsday’s Top 100 High School Soccer Players and an All-League, All-Academic basketball standout, signed his commitment letter to Dominican University. He earned both an academic and athletic Division II scholarship and will continue playing soccer and basketball while pursuing his education.
Lenten Season In The Orthodox Church
(English Language Services)
We invite you to worship with us during Great Lent at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow. The more ancient form of the liturgy, the Divine Liturgy of Saint Basil the Great, is celebrated at 9:30 AM (Hours at 9:00 AM) every Lenten Sunday (through March 29 this year). Each of the Sundays of Great Lent has its own special theme, which is reflected in the New Testament readings and hymns of that day, as well as the sermon. All services are conducted in English. A vegan coffee hour follows the Sunday Divine Liturgy during Great Lent. Services are also streamed on https:// www.facebook.com/ htocem. The full liturgical schedule for Great Lent can be found on the parish website’s calendar at www. htocem.org. For more information, contact us at 516-4833649 or htocem@gmail. com.
West Babylon Public Library
211 Route 109 West Babylon (631) 669-5445
www.wbpl.us
Nancy Evans, Director *** MEDICAID ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE
Wednesday, March 11, 10 am-1:30 pm
Sign up is first-come, firstserved and free of charge. For more information, call the Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council at 631435-3000.
SPRING TOTE KIT
March 12-17
Join Shirley Ruby virtually to make a pretty spring tote. Non-refundable/ transferable program fee: $5.
BUSY PERSON’S BOOK GROUP
Thursday, March 12, 7-8:30 pm
Horse by Geraldine Brooks.
IMAGINE AND MAKE
Monday, March 16, 6-8 pm
Explore the Library’s Makerspace and bring your ideas to life! Learn how to use tools like Cricut cutting machines, the poster and sublimination printers, button makers, and more to create unique projects from start to finish. Programs may cover everything from choosing and cutting a design to completing your final product. Basic computer skills and a working email address are required, and participants should come with a project idea in mind. Nonrefundable/transferable fee: $5
comes with a small DIY craft to be completed at your leisure. West Babylon Card holders only.
LIBRARY GAME ZONE: BINGO
Thursday, March 19, 3-4 pm
Prepare for an afternoon of friendly competition and exciting prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned Bingo player or new to the game, this is a chance to enjoy an afternoon of fun with other community members. Join Librarian Phyllis for this fun-filled afternoon.
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FRIED RICE
Thursday, March 19, 7-8:30 pm
This hearty fare includes fresh vegetables, cubed
ham and Korean seasonings. Served with Cucumber Salad. Nonrefundable/transferable program fee: $5.
FRIDAY FLICKS
Movies begin at 1 pm Friday, March 20: Mamma Mia! (PG-13, 108 min)
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING
Saturday, March 21, 11 am-12 pm
The Friends mission is to support the library and our West Babylon community. Our nonprofit organization needs active volunteers to accomplish this mission. Please join us at our next meeting! New members are always welcome. See you there!
DIY: SHAMROCK HEART HANG KIT
March 17-23
West Babylon Card Holders Only.
CASUAL CRAFTING KIT
March 19-March 25
Get crafty in your down time with these monthly kits for adults. Each kit
You Are Never Too Young To Start Planning For Your Future
We applied for a grant of $25,000 in playground equipment to help make Weckerle Park more accessible to all children. Securing that grant depends on your
You can vote for our project using this QR code and can vote once every day until voting closes on March 17:
Our Community includes families with children of varying abilities and many existing playgrounds do not fully meet the needs of children who use mobility devices or require adaptive equipment. An inclusive playground at Weckerle Park will allow children of all abilities to play side by side, fostering understanding, cooperation, confidence, empathy and friendships from early age.
Weckerle Park is named in honor of Lieutenant Edward Weckerle -- a long-time Lindenhurst resident, decorated World War I hero, fire department captain and police lieutenant. The park was dedicated in his honor in November of 1958 when his brother donated the land for the purpose of a park.
Thank you for your support!
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West Babylon Celebrates 100 Days Of Learning
West Babylon School District’s elementary students marked an exciting milestone as they celebrated the 100th day of school with a variety of engaging and educational activities on Feb. 25.
Throughout the day, classrooms were filled with creative projects and handson lessons centered around the number 100. Students participated in counting activities, completed
100-themed challenges and created special crafts to commemorate the occasion. Some classes even dressed up to mark the milestone, adding an extra element of fun to the celebration.
The 100th day of school provides an opportunity for students to reflect on how much they have learned and accomplished since the beginning of the school year.
Teachers incorporated math, literacy and creative thinking
into the day’s activities, reinforcing important skills in an interactive and memorable way. The celebration highlighted not only academic growth but also the strong sense of community within the school. With 100 days of learning behind them, students and staff look forward to continuing a successful and productive school year.
Elementary students throughout West Babylon School District celebrated the 100th day of school on Feb. 25 by engaging in lessons centered around the number 100. Photos courtesy of West Babylon School District
When You’re Here, You’re Home
Dominican Village is an Assisted and Independent Living Community located on beautiful and scenic grounds in the heart of Amityville. Come join our team of caring and dedicated professionals.
Currently recruiting for the following positions:
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Home Health Aide
• NYS Licensed Security Guard
• Dining Room Manager
Comprehensive benefit and accrual offerings:
• 401k • Medical • Dental • Disability
• Life Insurance (Supplemental, Spouse, Child)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program Resources
• Generous Paid Time Off Plans
• And So Much More
You may visit our community located at 565 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY and complete an application. You may also submit your resume on our website www.dominicanvillage.org or send directly to HR at Csmith@dominicanvillage.org
STATE UTILITIES
State Utilities is a major oil dealer on Long Island providing heating fuel to residents and businesses in Nassau and Suffolk County; we offer on-line fuel ordering, delivery, and full service heating oil contracts.
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 interior comfort. Thank you.
Paul
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MARCH HAPPENINGS
THURSDAY, MARCH 12th
6:00PM-9:00PM
BINGO NIGHT
The Friends of the Lindenhurst Library will host a Bingo Night at American Legion, 80 Herbert Avenue in Lindenhurst. See our Facebook page ad for QR code, or pay at the door. For more information, please call 856952-8110, or kagrover1@gmail.com
FRIDAY, MARCH 13th
10:00AM-1:00PM
THRIFT SHOP $5 BAG SALE
Bag sale for clothing only. Lots of housewares and decor available as well. Simpson United Methodist Church, 30 Locust Avenue in Amityville. For more information, please call Mary at 516-991-8098
SATURDAY, MARCH 14th
10:00AM-2:00PM
ST. PATRICK’S DAY FOOD DRIVE
Senator Steve Rhoads to Host a St. Patrick’s Day Food Drive in Plainview-Old Bethpage. A community celebration of generosity, reminding residents that the best kind of luck is the kind we share. Attendees are encouraged to donate nonperishable food items and household necessities to support local families in need. WHERE: ShopRite of Country Pointe, 1675 Old Country Road, Old Bethpage.
2:00PM
BAY SHORE-BRIGHTWATERS
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE 2026
AMVETS Post 76 in Bay Shore is heavily involved in the Bay ShoreBrightwaters St. Patrick's Day Parade, scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026. The post serves as the central
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hub for the event. They will open at 12 PM and all are welcome! The parade, begins at 2:00 PM at Saxon Avenue and marches west down Main Street. The post is located at 44 W Main St. in Bay Shore. For the most up-to-date information, please call 631-665-3526
SUNDAY, MARCH 15th
2:00PM
FARMINGDALE'S ANNUAL
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
This annual event, organized by the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, is a popular local tradition celebrating Irish heritage, featuring pipe bands, community groups, and local businesses. The parade steps off from Northside School & proceeds south along Main Street to the Village Green in downtown Farmingdale. For more information, visit https://www. facebook.com/share/1AeSqPP4Vn/ or contact Joe Fortuna, joef@ thenuttyirishman.com, or call 516293-9700
THURSDAY, MARCH 19th
7:00PM
BAY SHORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MARCH MEETING
The Bay Shore Historical Society will meet at the Bay ShoreBrightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Rd., in Brightwaters. The meeting is open to the public at no charge. Refreshments will be served. Learn more at: https:// www.bayshorehistoricalsociety.org/ programs-news
TUESDAY, MARCH 24th
2:30PM-5:00PM
THE HELPING HANDS EASTER DRIVE 944 West Bay 9th in the BBEA
clubhouse. Collecting Easter baskets, novelty items, candy, and candy filled eggs. Jennifer Gallozzi President Founder Volunteer, Helping Hands in West Islip, Inc. For more information, contact jennifergallozzi@gmail.com
SATURDAY, MARCH 28th
7:30PM
Gene DiNapoli Presents THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE BEATLES TRIBUTE BAND
At the Bayway Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip, The Liverpool Shuffle, originally formed in 2003 by Joe Refano, (formerly of Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone and Micky Dolenz’ Monkees Band), THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE brings together veterans of the New York Music Scene with a combined 200 years of musical experience between them. THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE provides a fun, entertaining LIVE BEATLE SHOW with a real emphasis on THE MUSIC. They play it the way The Beatles did! For more information, please call 631581-2700
SUNDAY, MARCH 29th
1:00PM-5:00PM
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The Lenten season marks a period of 40 days when faithful Christians prepare for the glory of Easter Sunday. Easter commemorates the miracle of Jesus Christ’s resurrection, which is foundational for the Christian faith.
Lent is the 40-day period (not including Sundays) leading up to Easter. Lent begins on Feb. 18 and ends on Thursday, April 2.
Lent is a season when Christians reflect and prepare to celebrate Easter. Lent is a period of spiritual purification that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Thursday. Fasting, giving alms and prayer are some of the hallmarks of Lent.
Many Lenten traditions are well known, but others are not. Here’s a glimpse at some of those traditions.
The first ‘Lent’ Lent is based on the 40 days that Jesus spent in the desert in preparation for his public life.
Matthew 4:1-11 shares that Christ was led into the desert by the Holy Spirit for a period of fasting and prayer, where He constantly encountered the devil and his temptations. Lent
Celebrate Irish heritage and local spirit! From parades to eats, drinks, and shopping, support neighborhood businesses while enjoying festive fun. Parades are happening almost every weekend in March, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate, and keep it local.
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Bay Shore & Brightwaters – 2 PM from Saxon Avenue along Main Street/Montauk Highway.
St. James – 41st Annual Parade, 1 PM. From Woodlawn Avenue to Lake Avenue and the train station.
Massapequa – Massapequa Chamber 2nd Annual Parade, 11 AM along Broadway (between North Elm Street and Veterans Boulevard). running along Broadway between Jerusalem Ave. and Veterans Blvd. The event features Brian Kilmeade as
Lenten Traditions Explored
also mirrors the period of time (40 days) that the Israelites spent in their journey from slavery in Egypt to the promised land of Israel.
Black fasts
While certain Lenten restrictions have lightened up a bit in recent years, it once was the norm to consume a single meal per day of bread, water and herbs after sunset on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, which was known as a black fast.
During the other days of Lent, no food was allowed until 3 p.m., which Christians believe was the hour of Our Lord’s death.
Piñatas for Lent?
The Lenten tradition of hitting a papier-mâché creation filled with candy originated in Italy. Eventually the idea was picked up by the Spanish and brought to Mexico, where the familiar piñatas now known to partygoers across the globe appeared.
Long Island St. Patrick’s Day Parades
the Grand Marshal.
New Hyde Park – 4th Annual Parade, 10 AM eastbound on Jericho Turnpike ending at Fire Headquarters. Westhampton Beach –58th Annual Parade, 12 PM along Montauk Highway near Oneck Lane.
Cutchogue – 20th Annual Parade, 2 PM, from Cox Lane down Route 25 into the village.
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Rocky Point & Miller Place – 74th Annual Parade, 1 PM. Begins at Route 25A & Harrison Avenue, ending at Broadway & North Country Road.
Bayport & Blue Point –36th Annual Parade, 11 AM along Montauk Highway. Center Moriches – 22nd Annual Parade, 2 PM, centered near Our Lady Queen of Apostles School. Farmingdale – Annual
Professor Michael Foley, author of “Dining with the Saints,” says the original piñata had seven cones to represent the seven deadly sins. Hitting the cones and defeating the sins revealed the heavenly reward in the form of candy.
Prayerful pretzels
In the early Middle Ages, when other foods were not allowed during Lent, pretzels became popular. The twisted shape of the pretzels was associated with arms entwined in prayer.
Hot cross buns
Hot cross buns are synonymous with Easter. Although they may predate Christianity and might have been a tradition adopted to make Christianity more relatable to the masses, one legend suggests they originated with a twelfth century Anglican monk. This monk reportedly baked the buns and marked them with crosses in honor of Good Friday. These yeasted sweet rolls have since become a popular treat on Easter weekend.
Lent precedes Easter each year and is full of time-honored traditions.
Parade, 2 PM. Parade steps off from Northside School & proceeds south along Main Street to the Village Green in downtown Farmingdale. Main Street will be temporarily closed for the parade. Parade
Grand Marshal Brian Harty, Farmingdale Village Administrator - Clerk/ Treasurer
Wantagh – 6th Annual Parade, 2 PM, led by the
Wantagh Fire Department. The 2026 Grand Marshal is the Wantagh Fire Department.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Brentwood – Annual Parade, 1 PM starting at Washington Avenue & Clark Street, ending at Ross Park. Rockville Centre – 30th
Annual Parade, 12 PM, beginning near North Sunrise Highway municipal
parking area.
Lindenhurst – 5th Annual Parade, 12 PM. 2026 Parade
Grand Marshal Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney.
Hampton Bays – Annual Parade, 11 AM, starting at the American Legion on Ponquogue Avenue.
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Ronkonkoma – 36th Annual Parade, 2 PM,
beginning at AMVETS Post 48 on Hawkins Avenue.
Patchogue Village –Annual Parade, 12 PM, through downtown along Main Street.
Glen Cove – 38th Annual Parade, 1 PM, through downtown streets and Village Square.
Babylon Village – 4th Annual Parade, 2 PM, — led by this year’s Grand Marshal, dance instructor Patti Love. Parade route from Deer Park Avenue south toward Main Street.
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Jamesport – 12th Annual Parade, 1 PM, from North Railroad & Washington Avenues to the firehouse.
Sunday, March 29, 2026
Montauk – 64th Annual Parade, 12 PM, along Edgemere Street and Main Street.
