MASSAPEQUA VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS HONORED - Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Councilman Andrew Monteleone recently joined the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Volunteer Firefighters of the Year Awards Ceremony to honor the outstanding service and dedication of volunteer firefighters from both the Massapequa and North Massapequa Fire Departments.
Movie-turned-musical
“Mean Girls” is coming to the Massapequa High School stage, with evening performances on March 6 and 7.
The 2004 movie centers on a girl who moves from homeschooling in Africa to a suburban American high school and has to adapt to teenage social life. Senior Allison Hassell plays the lead
role of Cady.
“It’s a really good way to celebrate the end of high school with a show that’s about high school,” Allison said. “Figuring out who they want to be is a lesson people take with them as they leave high school.”
Other leads among the cast of 75 are sophomore Michael Colberg as Damian, junior Juliana Ansaldi as
Regina, junior Sophia Rose Alfieri as Gretchen, senior Lauren Borenstein as Karen, junior Nick Bernstein as Aaron, sophomore Hunter Lewner as Kevin, junior Alex Green as Mr. Duvall and senior Giavanna Pizzo as Miss Norbury. Musical numbers include “Fearless,” “Meet the Plastics” and “Where Do You Belong?”
“I like the music, it’s
The Massapequa High School Drama Club will perform “Mean Girls,” based on the 2004 movie, on March 6 and 7
very good, it’s upbeat,” said Michael, whose character guides the audience through the story as the narrator. “I like the story. It teaches a very valuable lesson and it’s very funny.”
The two-act show is directed by Katie Pearsall with support from choreographer Danielle Coutieri, production assistant Nichole Greene, vocal director Craig Coyle
and crew director Jason Cavanaugh.
“This is a fun, popular show that we’ve been looking forward to doing for a long time,” Ms. Pearsall said. “I have the right group of students that are perfect for the roles.”
Show times are Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 at 7 p.m. in Massapequa High School’s Baldwin Auditorium. Tickets are $15
and can be purchased at the door or in advance through the music department. There will also be a free performance for local senior citizens on Thursday, March 5 at 12:30 p.m., with coffee and cookies served in the lobby beginning at noon. Reservations are required for groups arriving by bus or van. The music department can be reached at (516) 3085085.
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Councilman Andrew Monteleone recently joined the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Volunteer Firefighters of the Year Awards Ceremony to honor the outstanding service and dedication of volunteer firefighters from both the Massapequa and North Massapequa Fire Departments. Honorees included ExCaptain Dept. Chaplain Ben Diventi of the Massapequa Fire Department Engine Company 1, Firefighter John Gennardo of the North Massapequa Fire Department Ladder Company 1, and Fire Medic Stephanie Seltzer of the North Massapequa Fire Department Engine 3.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “The Town of Oyster Bay is proud to honor brave firefighters and first responders like Ex-Captain Dept. Chaplain Diventi, Firefighter Gennardo, and Fire Medic Seltzer who have dedicated their lives to protecting our community. We are forever grateful for your service and courage in answering the call of duty and being part of the select few who choose to run towards an emergency, instead of away. God bless all first responders and the brave men and women in uniform who protect and serve.”
Also in attendance was Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Legislator Rose Walker, and Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy.
New York State
Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park), in coordination with Long Island Cares, is inviting the community to participate in his annual Pet Food Drive to help families keep their pets out of shelters and remain at home where they belong. Now through March 27, 2026.
Assemblyman Durso is asking residents, community organizations and pet lovers to kindly donate unopened bags of dog and cat food, canned pet food and pet supplies. All items collected will be donated to Baxter’s Pet Pantry, operated by Long Island Cares, which provides free pet food and pet supplies to pet-owning families in
need throughout Long Island.
Donations can be dropped off at Assemblyman Durso’s district office located at 512 Park Boulevard in Massapequa Park or at various other locations throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
For more information, call Durso’s district office at 516-541-4598.
Donations are being accepted at the following locations:
• Assemblyman Durso’s District Office: 512 Park Boulevard, Massapequa Park
• Babylon Public Library 24 S Carll Ave, Babylon
• North Babylon Public Library 815 Deer Park Ave, North Babylon
• West Babylon Public Library 211 NY-109, West Babylon
• West Islip Public Library
3 Higbie Lane, West Islip
Participating Schools (only accepting staff and student donations):
• Massapequa High School Main Campus, Massapequa
• Massapequa High School Ames Campus, Massapequa
• Bayview Elementary School, West Islip
To help residents looking to obtain new passports, Oyster Bay Town Clerk Richard LaMarca announced that his office will offer a special one-stop Passport Weekend on Saturday, March 7th and Sunday, March 8th from 9am to 3pm at both Town Hall North in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South in Massapequa. Residents are required to book appointments in advance.
“Residents looking to apply for a new passport are invited to visit Town Hall during Passport Weekend to receive assistance,” said Town Clerk LaMarca. “We can help you with organizing your documents, obtaining a photo and submitting the documents for approval.”
Requirements for applying for a passport:
• One 2x2 color photograph with a clear view of the
• Manetuck Elementary School, West Islip
• Oquenock Elementary School, West Islip
• Beach Street Middle School, West Islip
• Udall Road Middle School, West Islip
• West Islip High School, West Islip
• Paul J Bellow Elementary School, West Islip
applicant’s face against a plain white or light colored background. Photos will also be available for $10 at both Town Halls North and South during Passport Weekend.
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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 7, 2026
Kings Park – 16th Annual Parade, 12 PM. Starts at Lou Avenue and Pulaski Road, proceeds along Main Street to Old Dock Road near William T. Rogers Middle School.
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Huntington Village –92nd Annual Parade, 2 PM. Begins north of the Huntington train station along New York Avenue onto Main Street; known as Long Island’s oldest and largest parade.
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 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 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.
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Oyster Bay Town
Councilman Lou Imbroto invites residents to take part in the Town’s Spring Athletic Programs for basketball, badminton, and volleyball, beginning in March, at the Hicksville Athletic Center. All athletic programs run for 10 weeks, are co-ed, and are open to individuals 18 and over.
“The Town’s athletic programs offer a great opportunity for residents to take to the court,
improve their skills, and make new friends,” said Councilman Imbroto. “We have various sessions scheduled for each sport, giving residents several opportunities to have fun while staying active.”
Basketball pickup games will be held on Thursdays from 9:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning on March 29th. The Basketball
program is 10-weeks long and costs $40 for residents and $75 for non-residents.
Badminton will feature two sessions for registrants to choose from. Classes start March 29th. Session 1 takes place Tuesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Fridays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Sundays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Session 2 takes place Mondays from 10:25 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., Wednesdays from 10:25 p.m. to 11:45
p.m., and Sundays from 8:50 p.m. to 10:50 p.m. The Badminton program is 10-weeks long and costs $90 for residents and $125 for non-residents.
Volleyball will be split into two sessions. The first session will be held on Mondays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., Wednesdays from 8:45 p.m. to 10:05 p.m., and Saturdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. The second session will take place on Mondays from
10:25 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., Wednesdays from 10:25 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:50 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.. The volleyball program is 10-weeks long, costs $90 for residents and $125 for non-residents, and is scheduled to begin on March 30th. Registration begins Wednesday, March 4th for residents at 5:00 p.m., and Wednesday, March 11th at 9:00 a.m. for non-residents. Town of
Oyster Bay residents who have not used the signup portal will need to upload proof of residency (tax or utility bill) and a valid ID (like a driver’s license). Visit oysterbaytown.com/ sports to sign up Class schedules are subject to change, and if a session is cancelled, makeup days will be offered. For more information, call (516) 797-7945 or email tobparks@oysterbayny.gov.
SUNDAY, DEC. 7th
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
2:00PM-4:00PMM
TEA PARTY
At Community Presbyterian Church, 1843 Deer Park Avenue in Deer Park. Menu includes assorted teas, tea sandwiches and desserts. All Ages Welcome. Basket Raffles, 50/50 Rafles, Tea Dueling! For more information, please call Natasha or Nicole at 631-242-0221
3:00PM–4:30 PM
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH LECTURE AND BOOK SIGNING
Preservation Long Island Exhibition Gallery,161 Main Street, in Cold Spring Harbor. Beyond Blue and White: The Hidden History of Delftware and the Women Behind the Iconic Ceramic, presented by author and decorative arts expert Genevieve Wheeler Brown, explores the pivotal yet often
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overlooked role women have played in the creation, collecting, and interpretation of ceramics worldwide. Free parking in the municipal lot on the opposite side of Main Street. Advance registration required. Registration: https://preservationlongisland.org/ category/upcomingevents/
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 631-2268690
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 856-9528110, or kagrover1@gmail.com
SATURDAY, MARCH 14th
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 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 10, 2026
Massapequa ninth graders recently attended sessions that featured an important and empowering presentation focused on suicide prevention and mental health awareness. The program encouraged open conversations, highlighted the importance of looking out for one another and reminded
students that support is always within reach.
Kim Hession, social worker at the high school’s Ames Campus, met with students in the library during their math classes.
The annual presentation was held in the days leading up to P.S. I Love You Day, a national campaign dedicated to eradicating the stigma
around mental health.
Ms. Hession showed three videos that portrayed teen crisis situations and what steps could be taken to ensure a successful outcome. Ninth graders identified the positive strategies that were used in follow-up discussions.
Students also learned about the ACT approach –
acknowledge, care, tell – to support a family member or friend who might need support. Additionally, Ms. Hession shared the crisis hotline number and provided students with referral tickets they could fill out if they wanted an individual appointment with her for further discussion.
“The purpose of these
presentations are that students learn warning signs and symptoms,” Ms. Hession said, “and gain skills on how to reach out on behalf of a friend and connect them to help.”
She spoke about the origin and meaning of P.S. I Love You Day, and encouraged students to wear purple on Feb. 13 as a
unified showing of support for suicide prevention. After the presentation, ninth graders could take a purple, heart-shaped charm made by the 3D Printing club. The Active Minds club, which Ms. Hession leads along with Alyssa Levine, also made posters to raise awareness.
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• Proof of U.S. Citizenship – Previously issued undamaged U.S. passport, certified birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth, Naturalization Certificate, or Certificate of Citizenship.
• Proof of Identity – Naturalization Certificate, Valid Driver’s License (cannot have been issued or renewed in the last six months), Current Government ID (city, state or federal), Current Military ID (military and dependents).
• This service does NOT apply to Adult Renewals unless your Passport is expired for 5+ years.
Town Clerk LaMarca has offices located at Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay and Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. Passport appointments are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and during this special Passport Weekend. For appointments in Oyster Bay, please call (516) 6246324. For appointments in Massapequa, please call (516) 797-7962.
