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STUDENT’S FLAG TO FLY WITH POLE TO POLE ELECTRIC VEHICLE EXPEDITION - Edward J. Bosti Elementary School student Grace Cortright was announced the worldwide flag design contest winner for the upcoming Pole to Pole electric vehicle exhibition. Pictured front, l-r: Edward J. Bosti Elementary School Pole to Pole electric vehicle exhibition flag design contest winner Grace Cortright and design runners-up Anastasia Schretzmayer and Gracyn Ebner are pictured with their families, (back, l-r) Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Christina Poppe, Principal Laura Kimball, News-O-Matic host Russell Kahn, board of education president Jaclyn Napolitano-Furno and trustee Brian J. Murphy. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District

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Student’s Flag To Fly With Pole To Pole Electric Vehicle Expedition

Edward J. Bosti Elementary School student

Grace Cortright was announced the worldwide flag design contest winner for the upcoming Pole to Pole electric vehicle exhibition. NewsO-Matic digital platform host Russell Kahn, who will be covering and writing about the expedition, sponsored the flag design contest and was on hand on Feb. 10 to announce Grace as the winner. The students regularly watch News-O-Matic in their classroom and were exited and thrilled to meet Mr. Kahn. The flag designs of students Anastasia Schretzmayer and Gracyn Ebner will also accompany the expedition in poster form.

This spring, global electric vehicle adventurers Chris Ramsey and Julie Ramsey will drive an electric vehicle from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Americas. The 10-month excursion will occur over a distance of 17,000 miles to bring awareness of the capability and power of electric vehicles. A video message from the Ramseys was shown to students at an assembly where Grace’s flag was unveiled.

During their video message, the Ramseys said Grace’s design captured the essence of what the Pole to Pole exhibition is about. “It reminded us that there is hope and there’s inspiration in this world,” the Ramseys said. “There are true solutions out there to tackle the climate change situation we have. All we need is to do our bit to protect this fragile planet.”

Douglas Elliman Names Todd Bourgard Chief Executive Officer Of Long Island, Hamptons And North Fork; Ann Conroy Appointed Chairwoman Of Douglas Elliman Long Island

Douglas Elliman

Realty, one of the largest independent residential real estate brokerages in the United States, announced that it has promoted its Senior Executive Regional Manager of Sales for Hamptons and North Fork, Todd Bourgard, to Chief Executive Officer of Long Island, Hamptons and North Fork, effective immediately. In his new role, Mr. Bourgard will oversee operations

throughout the entire Long Island region, totaling 36 Elliman offices and over 2,000 real estate agents located throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, the Hamptons and the North Fork, and Bayside, Queens.

Additionally, Melody Newberry, who has served under Bourgard as VP of Operations, Hamptons and North Fork, will also be promoted to VP of Operations, Long Island, Hamptons and North Fork.

Bourgard’s predecessor, Ann Conroy, has been appointed Chairwoman of Douglas Elliman Long Island.

“Stepping into this role is the biggest honor of my career,” said Bourgard. “The experience of working alongside the best managers, agents and staff in the business is so rewarding and a true

privilege. I’m inspired every day by the talent in this region, the power of the Douglas Elliman brand, the strength of our operations, technology initiatives and growth efforts, and our incredible executive leadership. I’m thrilled to be a part of it all, and as we join our Hamptons and North Fork operations with greater

Long Island, I look forward continuing the legacy of success and market leadership that my friend Ann Conroy and I have worked to establish.”

“Todd has long been an integral member of the Douglas Elliman senior leadership team, spurring our tremendous growth in the Hamptons and on the North Fork, recruiting many new top-performing agents, while retaining the great talent we have attracted over the years,”

said Howard M. Lorber, Executive Chairman of Douglas Elliman. “Under his leadership, Elliman has cemented its position as market leader on the East End of Long Island, with record-breaking numbers in closed sales volume and revenue growth for the last several years. He is a highly skilled and valued executive, and we’re thrilled to see him take his talents to the next level with Douglas Elliman.”

Long Island Elite Selects Paws Of War As 2023 Charity Partner

Long Island Elite, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering the growth and development of local Long Island business professionals and emerging regional leaders, has announced they have selected Nesconsetbased Paws of War as its 2023 charity partner. The announcement came at Long Island Elite’s first meeting of the year at The Heritage Club in Farmingdale.

Paws of War is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to train and place service animals and companion dogs to support and provide independence to U.S. military veterans that suffer from the emotional and physical effects of war. The non-profit also provides animal rescue for U.S. troops who have befriended an animal while serving overseas. The organization also serves as a community center where veterans and first responders come together daily to build bonds and support each other.

The funds raised by Long Island Elite in 2023 will give Paws of War additional resources to further its mission of “helping both ends of the leash”

by providing services to veterans, first responders and their service or companion animals. These activities will support the mental wellbeing of individuals in Paws of War programs, giving back to the heroes who have sacrificed so much for this country. Having service or companion animals has proven to be an effective way to enhance mental wellbeing and reduce veteran suicides. LIE volunteers and funds raised will also assist in rescuing dogs and cats and pairing them with local heroes in the community.

“This partnership between Long Island Elite and Paws of War will enhance the lives of veterans and lead to numerous dogs find their forever homes. We will also raise awareness in our community about Paws of War’s important mission. Our members will see first-hand the challenges that veterans and first responders face, especially those experiencing the effects of PTSD and the positive impact dogs and cats will provide. As a U.S. Marine veteran, I personally understand the challenges and hardships that our veterans and first responders face every

day,” said Frank Morizio, Jr, Long Island Elite President.

During the partnership year, members of Long Island Elite will volunteer their time at Paws of War’s events where they will learn more about the organization, including the cost of training service animals, the challenges and issues related to abandoned and mistreated

animals, animal adoption and rescue and the importance of veterans and first responders gathering to share their stories, comradery and mutual support.

Many veterans and first responders are struggling with PSTD and other mental health challenges. The support and funds that LIE will provide to us will go toward improving the

lives of these heroes and at the same time, find homes for so many dogs that need them,” said Robert Misseri, co-founder of Paws of War.

For over 20 years, Long Island Elite members have supported many not-forprofits. The organization has raised over $1 million dollars for charities and charity partners, including United Cerebral Palsy, ACLD, SIBSPlace, The Safe

Center LI, New Ground and Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center. LIE members’ efforts have positively impacted thousands of lives on Long Island.

For information on how to support the Long Island Elite and Paws of War, visit www.longislandelite. com, www.pawsofwar. org, or email info@ longislandelite.com.

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Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Kicks-Off Virtual Fundraising Hay Drive

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc., a private, not for profit organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, has kicked off its virtual fundraising hay drive. The three-month campaign is intended to help Pal-OMine raise funds to pay for the hay needed to feed its herd and help offset the rising costs of hay.

To grow hay, hundred of acres of land is required in addition to extensive physical labor and expensive equipment to deliver hay from the farmer to Pal-O-Mine’s herd. Here are some details associated

with the cost factors:

-One bale of hay weighs 50-70 lbs.

-One bale of excellent quality hay costs approximately $14; an increase of 40% from last year.

-Pal-O-Mines herd eats 18 bales (1,000 lbs.) of hay daily

-Pal-O-Mine receives a delivery of 810 bales of hay every six weeks at a cost of $6,600 at a cost of approximately $57,200 annually.

Through the virtual fundraising hay drive, PalO-Mine’s goal is to raise $12,000.

About Pal-O-Mine

Founded in 1995 by Lisa Gatti, Pal-O-Mine is a private, not for profit

organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, as well as those who have been abused or neglected, veterans and the economically compromised.  Pal-O-Mine offers a broad range of programs many of which involve the organization’s herd of therapy horses and livestock. Pal-OMine relies on grants and contributions from private citizens, foundations and businesses to help raise funds. For more information on Pal-OMine, visit:www.pal-omine.org or call: 631-3481389.

Helping You Help Others

The Charity of the Month for March is Canine Companions®

Canine Companions is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained service dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. Independence shouldn’t be limited to those who look or live a certain way, so they are proud to provide their dogs and support services free of charge to recipients.

Clients come to Canine Companions because of their reputation, the quality of their dogs, the experience of their training sta and the desire to lead a life with greater independence. The organization is proud to have various chapters and training centers across our nation that operate o of these six core values:

Teamwork: They believe in the joyful and transforming power of the partnership between an individual and their dog.

Compassionate Service: They treat everyone they serve with respect and empathy.

Integrity: They do what is right guided by honesty, accountability and sincerity.

Community: They practice inclusion and acceptance to build positive relationships within their diverse community.

Excellence: They conduct ourselves with professionalism in pursuit of the highest standards.

Innovation: They continually pursue new ideas to unleash their greatest potential.

Canine Companions uses Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and crosses of these two breeds. Most of their dogs come from their selective breeding program, but occasionally donated puppies are accepted if they meet the strict qualification requirements. Their puppies are raised by volunteers who selflessly take them to classes that teach them basic obedience and house manners. When

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the puppies are old enough to enter their professional training program, they head to one of their six regional training centers, located in Northern California, Southern California, Texas, Ohio, New York and Florida.

The organization typically places between 325 and 375 service dogs per year. Once a dog has completed professional training, it is ready to be matched with a person with disabilities. The match is made at one of their regional training centers during Team Training, a two-week group class.

During Team Training, students learn to manage the service dog’s behavior, to direct the dog to respond to commands it has learned and to assume responsibility for maintaining the health and well-being of the dog.

Each dog can really make all the di erence in the life of its new partner.

A Canine Companions service dog can not only open doors, pick up dropped items, turn on the lights and alert its partner of important sounds, but they can also increase confidence and independence.

THE LATE DR. KAREN J. LESSLER HONORED - Middle Country Central School District students, family, board members, administrators, faculty, staff, and community members recently gathered at the Dr. Karen J. Lessler District Conference Center located in Centereach High School to honor the late Dr. Karen J. Lessler during a solemn and heartfelt dedication ceremony. Pictured: Kevin J. LaValle, Councilman, Town of Brookhaven District #3, who was recently elected and sworn in as the Town of Brookhaven Town Clerk; Legislator Nick Caracappa, Suffolk County District #4. Photo

of the Middle Country Central School District

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Female kitten. Calico. Friendly and playful.

BLISS Young female. Very friendly and sweet. Loves to sit on your lap.

Young female. Long haired beauty seeking her BFF.

Young female. Quiet and shy. Recently had kittens. Seeking her forever home.

To learn more about this organization, please visit www.canine.org or call 631.561.0200.

Stay tuned for next week’s article to learn more about their Long Island location, located in Medford, NY and find out how you can get involved!

If your non-profit would like to be featured in this column,please email noellelambert@longislandmediagroup.com for consideration.

The

Sachem BOE Establishes Harrison Frisenda Memorial Scholarship

and left a lasting impact on the Waverly and Sachem community.

“Those who worked closely with Harrison described him as a student with a kind personality, a caring personality and a wonderful smile that lit up a room,” Waverly Principal

Kevin Tougher said. In addition to memorials at Waverly Elementary School, the scholarship honors Harrison’s legacy and will support current and future Sachem students.

Music, Art And Pop Culture Celebrated At Annual ‘SeneCon’

Seneca Middle School in the Sachem Central School District hosted the annual SeneCon, an allday festival for students

similar in nature to “Comicon.” Throughout the day, students worked with presenters during in-person and virtual

workshops. The workshops covered an array of topics and disciplines including storytelling, Greek mythology, origami,

painting and drawing, multicultural music and music technology. One of the in-person workshops featured Johnny

Cuomo, a New York-based musician who travels the globe sharing music and folk tales. Cuomo introduced students to

several instruments from around the world and brought them up on stage to sing and

Unwinding With Therapy Dogs

Middle Country Central School District’s New Lane Elementary School students recently had the opportunity to learn about and benefit from the Love on a Leash therapy dog program during a visit to the school by several of the organization’s therapy dogs and their owners.

“We know that school can be stressful for some students, they can get overwhelmed due to various factors, so we wanted to provide a healthy

outlet for our students to release their stress and wind down,” said Phyllis L. Saltz, Principal of New Lane Elementary School. “Our students find comfort and a way to de-stress around these specially trained dogs. The sessions also provide an opportunity for our students to learn new social skills while interacting with the therapy pets.”

Love on a Leash is a not-for-profit organization that provides a platform

to encourage volunteers to engage in a meaningful and productive therapy dog program. The organization’s mission is “to bring comfort, happiness, and healing to more people nationwide by increasing public awareness of pet therapy.” The organization provides its volunteers with an accessible certification process that qualifies them to provide pet therapy in their community as part of a qualified therapy team.

UNWINDING WITH THERAPY DOGS - New Lane Elementary students enjoy the therapy dog visit with Love on a Leash therapy dogs and their owners. Photo courtesy of the Middle Country School District

South Shore Audubon Offers Scholarships

The South Shore Audubon Society has begun accepting applications for two $1000 Environmental Scholarships. The scholarships will be awarded to college juniors, seniors, or graduate students earning a degree in areas of biological or environmental science, or sustainable and renewable energy .

For the Evelyn and Jerry Bishop Environmental Scholarship, applicants must be residents of one

of the areas listed at www. ssaudubon.org/areas-weserve.asp and/or attend a college in Nassau or Suffolk County.

For the Jay Koolpix, Environmental Scholarship, applicants must be residents of Nassau County and/or attend a college in Nassau or Suffolk County.

May 31,2023 is the deadline for submission of applications. Completed applications include a brief explanation of the reason for applying for the

scholarship and the plan to use the money, a copy of the most recent transcript of grades, and at least one letter of recommendation. Applicants may apply for both scholarships but cannot be awarded more than one.

For applications and more information, go to www.ssaudubon.org/ or contact Betsy Gulotta eagulotta@optonline. net, or Betty Borowsky, bborow@optonline.net.

March Happenings

Thursday, March 2 7:00PM

March Business Meeting

Join the Lindenhurst Evening Homemakers Unit at the Amityville Senior Center. Open to all members and newcomers for women 18 years and up. New members should arrive 15 minutes early. Contact Lisa LeBrie at 516-413-7467 for more information.

Saturday, March 4 10:30AM-12:30PM

Eye To Eye Group Meeting

Join Eye to Eye, a support group of visually impaired members of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, Long Island Chapter for their monthly meeting at the Freeport Memorial Library. Zoom option also available. Contact Frann Glick at 516-2321257 for more information or email glickchick1@gmail.com.

Saturday, March 4 2:30PM-3:30PM

Irish Dance Performance

Presented by Show Stompin' Irish Dance at the Freeport Memorial Library. Contact 516-379-3274 ext. 501 for more information.

Saturday, March 4-5 10:00AM-7:00PM/5:00PM

Long Island Pet Expo

Come enjoy a true family event at Suffolk Community College, Grant Campus. Well-behaved leashed pets are welcome. Adults $15, Children, $6, Military/Senior $13. Visit www. familypetshows.com for special discounts.

Sunday, March 5 2:00PM-4:00PM

58th Annual East Islip

St. Patrick's Day Parade

The parade will begin in front of the East Islip Public Library and travel west along Main Street passing by the grandstand at St. Mary's RC Church and ending at Irish Lane. Rain or shine. Fore more information email localhibernians@gmail.com.

Items listed are free of charge. Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run in the calendar on a space available basis. For further information, call 631.226.2636, extension 211 or send events to nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com

Wednesday, March 8 6:00PM-7:00PM

Yoga For Breast Cancer Patients/Survivors

Yoga tailored for breast cancer patients and survivors on the second Wednesday of every month at the North Fork Breast Health Coalition. Dress comfortably and bring your own yoga supplies such as a mat, blocks, belt, pillow and water. Visit www.northforkbreasthealth.org/ services for more information.

Saturday, March 11

1:00PM

Women In Long Island's Past Discover the stories of the remarkable women of Long Island at the River State Park Preserve. The lecture is free for Friends of Connetquot members and $5 a person for non members. Visit www. friendsofconnetquot.org/calendar to register.

Saturday, March 11 8:00PM

Guilty Pleasures Band

The Ultimate 80's Tribute Band will be performing at Brumidi Lodge Deer Park. It is $15 per person cover charge; doors open at 7:15PM, Show begins at 8PM. Cash bar, Limited Concert Menu available for purchase. Mature audience only (21+). For tickets contact Dan 631514-9772 or Anita 631-422-6914.

Sunday, March 12 1:00PM-3:00PM

Thyroid Cancer Support Group

Free virtual meeting for thyroid cancer survivors. This support group is free and open to any survivors and their families and friends.

Contact Abby Melendez at 516-6085113 or longisland-ny@thyca.org.

Thursday, March 16 6:30PM-8:30PM

Saints Day Social

Join us at the Brumidi Lodge to celebrate St. Patrick and St. Joseph. Dinner, refreshments and dessert included. $40 per person, ages 7 and under are free. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to purchase tickets in advance.

Saturday, March 18 9:00AM-12:00PM

4-Leaf Clover 5K Run/Walk Rain or shine at the East Moriches Middle School. The rst 100 participants are guaranteed a race t-shirt. Money raised is being used for community projects in the Greater Moriches and Eastport Areas. Contact 516-531-3323 for more information.

Sunday, March 19

1:00PM-2:00PM

St. Patrick's Day Parade

The parade begins to form up at noon in the area of the Finley Middle School at Forest Avenue and Dosoris Lane in Glen Cove. It steps off at 1PM and proceeds through the streets of downtown Glen Cove, ending at 70 Glen Street. For more information visit www. glencoveparade.com

Saturday, March 25 9:00AM-11:00AM

Breakfast With The Easter Bunny

Held at Brumidi Lodge Deer Park. Ages 3 and under are free. Ages 4-12, $12 and 13+ are $18. This includes breakfast, toy auction, 50/50 raffle, lottery cash board raffle and crafts. Contact Karen at 631943-3622 to reserve your seat or table.

Monday, March 27

1:00PM Music Lover's Club

Enjoy a free musical performance the last Monday of every month through April at the United Methodist Church in Islip, Meeting Room 1. Refreshments to follow. For more information contact Donald Warner at 516-993-9032.

Tuesday, March 28

6:30PM

Wantagh Preservation Society Meeting

Interesting "Show &Tell" meeting planned. Bring any Wantagh related items to share information on, or just come and listen. Light refreshments will be served. Contact 516-8268767 for questions.

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Waking Up the Garden, Thursday, March 2, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

This slide show and Q & A will cover all the things you can do this late winter and early spring to help you prepare your garden for the seasons to come. The speaker is Judith Ogden. No registration required.

Family Movie Night: Frozen

Ages 3 years - Grade 5

Friday, March 3, 6:008:00 pm

Get cozy and join us at the library for a family movie night showing of Frozen! It’s the perfect way

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to bundle up and enjoy a movie; besides, the cold never bothered us anyway! Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Long Island Cares

Mobile Outreach Resource Enterprise, Thursday, March 9, 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Long Island Cares will have a van on site for a three-day supply of food. No identification or library registration required. While supplies last.

Ireland Adventure:

The Wild Atlantic Way, Thursday, March 9, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

The west coast of Ireland is known for its dramatic windswept scenery, charming seaside towns, friendly people, and tiny, twisting narrow roads

that barely accommodate one car, which should be driven on the left side of the road. Two of our librarians, enthusiastic walkers, traveled there last fall with no fixed itinerary other than to see a bit of the areas of their ancestral roots, counties Kerry and Donegal. The only plan was to eat well. And to survive the driving part. They’d love to share some of their experiences with you.

Vinyl Listening Club, Saturdays, March 11, 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Drop in to hear an eclectic mix of records ranging from jazz, blues, country, classical, and everything in between. Attend as a listener or bring a record of your own to share with other vinyl enthusiasts. A

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turntable will be provided. All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Veteran Community Resource Table, Monday, March 13, 3:00 - 5:00 pm

A monthly resource table where you can learn about programs and services available in Suffolk County for veterans and their families. Hosted by Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project. No registration required.

FamilySearch.org, Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Learn about the wealth of records and research help available for free on familysearch.org. You will pick up lots of tips to help you search their database more effectively, as well as to use the many other features on the site. No registration required.

Thomas A. Edison: A Life of Invention, Thursday, March 16, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Thomas A. Edison was born in February 1847, 175 years ago. He was a husband, father, and regarded as the most prolific inventor in American history. Edison held 1,093 U.S. patents, including the light bulb, phonograph, motion

picture camera, and a battery for an electric car. “My mother was the making of me. She was so true, so sure of me; and I felt I had something to live for, someone I must not disappoint.” Edward Sierra will offer an engaging and informative presentation, as he dips you into the life and work of Thomas A. Edison. No registration required.

Afternoon Movie

Thursday, March 23,

2:00 - 4:15 pm

Titles to be announced. Check our website or Facebook page to see what movie we will show. No registration required.

VIRTUAL: Job Searching Workshop, Friday, March 24, 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Learn job search tips, the most common jobhunting mistakes, helpful networking tips, and how to build confidence during a job search. Library members may register by visiting our website at www.connetquotlibrary. org.

Ancient Wisdom, Tuesday, March 28, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Lelonni Campbell draws on ancient philosophies and interprets them for

our modern world. Learn how you can use them to deepen insights into how universal principles can guide you in everyday life. No registration required.

LEGALS

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT FOR THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Blue Castle (Cayman) Ltd. v. Stacy Lavender; et al., Attorney for Plaintiff: Hasbani & Light, P.C., 450 7th Ave, Suite 1408, NY, NY 10123; (212) 643-6677. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on 10/24/2022, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder on the steps of Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on 3/16/2023 at 10:00 am a premises known as 221 N. Country Road, Miller Place, NY 11764, District: 0200 Section: 049.00 Block: 04.00 Lot: 023.000.

All that certain plot, piece, or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale.

Approximate amount of judgment: $250,430.67 plus interest and costs.

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National Nonprofit Wreaths

Across

America

Announces New Theme For 2023 “Serve and Succeed”

Each year, millions of Americans come together to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families, and TEACH the next generation about the value of freedom. This gathering of volunteers and patriots takes place in local, state and national cemeteries in all 50 states - most recently at 3,702 participating locations - as part of National Wreaths Across America Day. Each year, a new theme is chosen to help volunteers and supporters focus their messaging and outreach in their own communities. Today, the national nonprofit announces the theme for 2023 is “Serve and Succeed.”

The inspiration for this year’s theme came while discussing the significance of 2022’s theme, which was “Find a Way to Serve,” and the need to continue to stress the importance of service and the positive ways it can impact lives. Wreaths Across America plans to focus on the storylines of veterans and military families who have found success through their own service, while also highlighting local volunteers across the country and the success that comes from serving their communities. The organization will continue its commitment to supporting and bringing attention to the needs of our veteran community while also showcasing the continued contributions of those who serve.

“There are many ways to serve your community and country, and just as many definitions of success,” said Karen Worcester, executive director, Wreaths Across America. “We hope through focusing on those stories of success we will help change the dialogue around what it means to serve your country.”

In 2022, more than 2.7 million veterans’ wreaths were placed by volunteers on headstones at 3,702 participating locations around the country in honor of the service and sacrifices made for our freedoms, with each name said out loud. Wreaths Across America volunteers work year-round to ensure military laid to rest are remembered, their families and living veterans are honored, and the next generation is taught about the value of freedom.

This year, National Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, December 16, 2023. It is a free event and open to all people. For more information on how to volunteer locally or sponsor a wreath for an American hero, please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. To follow stories throughout the year from across the country focused on this theme, please use the hashtag #ServeAndSucceed.

Retiring Early

According to Gallup’s 2021 Economy and Personal Finance survey, the average individual in the United States is retiring earlier than many people might expect.

Gallup found that the average retirement age was 62, which is two years earlier than the working respondents indicated they planned to retire. Canadians are retiring a little bit later than their American counterparts, as Statistics Canada reports the average retirement

age in Canada is just over 63 and a half. The average retirement age is worth noting, as studies routinely find that many working professionals greatest concern about retiring is that they won’t have enough money saved to meet their needs. By recognizing that they may end up retiring earlier than they initially planned, professionals can make a concerted effort to save more money in the years ahead.

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc. (www.pal-o-mine.org, Islandia, NY), a private, not for profit organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, announced that it will holding an art show and auction on Thursday, May 4th, 2023 from 5:30 PM–8:30 PM at its facilities located at 829 Old Nichols Rd, Islandia, NY 11749. The Stable Spirits Art Show and Auction Fundraiser will feature the artwork of local artists of all ages and art mediums and styles. In addition to the art show and auction, the event will include a selection of wines from local vineyards paired with small bites by Sommelier Jun Xi Chen, assisted by restaurant professionals and fellow Culinary Institute of

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Announces

Stable Spirits Art Show And Auction Fundraiser

America graduate, Megan Henne. Event ticket prices are $60.

“We are very excited to give local artists an opportunity to show their work, while also helping Pal-O-Mine raise funds for our new 2,000 square foot educational center, which will expand our onsite therapy and vocational services,” said Pal-O-Mine founder and CEO Lisa Gatti. Under the guidance of Splashes of Hope artists, attendees will also participate in an interactive mural process creating art to hang in the new center. For artists interested in participating, they can submit three to five pieces by completing a submission form and emailing images of their artwork. The deadline for all submissions is March 15, 2023. Artists will be notified of acceptance by email on March 17th,

2023. Artists must agree to donate 20% of each sale made at the event to Pal-OMine and donate one piece of art to Pal-O-Mine for use in future fundraisers.

Accepted artists will drop off their work at Pal-

O-Mine on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023 between 9 AM and 5 PM. Each artist will have space in one of PalO-Mine’s barn stalls to display their art. Tables and professional lighting will be provided for artists’ use

during the event. Artists must bring any additional display materials they require (e.g., tablecloths, easels, display boards, etc.). Each pieces should be priced between $200-$500. The art pick-up date is

Friday, May 5th, 2023 from 9 AM to 12 Noon. To access the submission form, visit: https://docs.google.com/ forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2teQ

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