November 30, 2022 West Babylon South

Tis The Season For Giving

On Monday, November 21, 2022, Noelle Lambert and The Bryn Elliott Team launched a Holiday Donation Drive, benefitting the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless, an organization that strives to end homelessness on Long Island, and to alleviate the issues associated with homelessness and poverty for homeless and at risk persons in Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

“I’ve always been passionate about helping others, but more specifically assisting the homeless is really important to me,” said Noelle, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “When you strip away all the excess and get down to the basics - the minimum that one should have in order to put their best foot forward every day - what remains is a home, along with food, and the like. There are countless people struggling and facing homelessness right now on Long Island and it just feels like the right thing to do to help them.”

The drive will run through December 19th and has five drop-off locations throughout Long Island. “This year the organization is desperately in need of non perishable food and personal care items,” said Bryn Elliott, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with The Bryn Elliott Team at Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “They’re also looking for clothing, socks and winter coats. We’re hopeful that this drive will make a difference by helping people who need it; especially during the toughest time of the year to be homeless.”

Every donation truly does make a difference. “We thank everyone in advance for their participation,” said Noelle. “We’re so appreciative of each business that has let us use their establishment as a drop-off location.” If you have any questions, please contact Noelle Lambert at 631.478.3819 or Bryn

About The Fish Store: The Fish Store is a family run business that opened its doors in 1978. Their market and restaurant in Bayport offers fresh food options and is beloved by many. They are the proud winners of Bethpage Best of Long Island’s #1 Best Fish Market on Long Island for 9 years in a row.

About USA Auto Body: USA Auto Body is a fullservice auto body repair shop in East Patchogue. Their trained professionals can complete your automobile restoration to manufacturerspecified standards and they are ready to make your car shine!

About Long Island Media Group: Long Island Media Group is a locally owned and operated media company that has been publishing since 1953. Today they publish the South Bay’s Neighbor, Neighbor Newspapers, Seasons Magazine, along with many other specialty products. They also offer digital marketing services.

About Douglas Elliman Real Estate: Douglas Elliman leads the New York real estate market by sales volume, and ranks as one of the nation’s largest independent residential real estate brokerages by the same measure. From sales, rentals and new development to mortgages and title insurance, their agents are relentless advocates for their clients.

PSEG Long Island EmployeeMilitary Veterans Shine A Light On PTSD And Veteran Suicide

SHINING A LIGHT ON PTSD AND VETERAN SUICIDE - A group of military veterans who are PSEG Long Island employees recently took to the water to raise awareness of mental health issues afflicting many veterans. The group was among 22 veterans participating in the fifth “22 PTSD Awareness Challenge” (22PAC) event, an arduous, 22-mile kayaking trip from Bridgeport, Conn. to Port Jefferson to help shine a light on veteran PTSD and end veteran suicide. Pictured (l-r): PSEG Long Island employee-military veterans Thomas Leuschner, Evan Rohman, Richard Rohman, Matthew Testagrose, Michael Probst, Devin McLaughlin, Michael Pira, Leo Tolson and Thomas Sketch after a 22-mile kayaking trip to increase awareness about PTSD and veteran suicide.

A group of military veterans who are PSEG Long Island employees recently took to the water to raise awareness of mental health issues afflicting many veterans. The group was among 22 veterans participating in the fifth “22 PTSD Awareness Challenge” (22PAC) event, an arduous, 22-mile kayaking trip from Bridgeport, Conn. to Port Jefferson to help shine a light on veteran PTSD and end veteran suicide.

In teams of two, the 22 veterans operated pedal-powered kayaks in a physically demanding, five-hour cross-Sound journey. The hot sun, humidity and headwinds made the trip that much more difficult.

The number 22 is significant for this event because it is the estimated number of military veterans who take their own lives each day.

Here’s what the employees had to say about the event:

Devin McLaughlin of East Moriches, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, participated for the second

time this year.

“Some people I met in the service are no longer with us because they lost their battles with depression,” said McLaughlin. “In a small way, doing this ride helps me think of them and lets me know I’m doing my part for them and for other veterans facing challenges.”

Michael Probst and Tom Leuschner, both U.S. Army veterans, are co-workers and Holbrook residents who supported the cause this year.

“I did the 22 PAC for my brothers and sisters in the armed forces and to support a great cause,” said Probst. “I hope this event helped to bring awareness to this issue because 22 veterans a day taking their own lives is completely unacceptable and preventable.”

“I was so proud to be a part of this great cause,” said Leuschner. “This is the least I could do for our veterans who have done so much for us.”

Tom Sketch of Seaford, a U.S. Navy veteran, was one of the kayakers.

“It’s a great event to bring awareness to the

challenges veterans face after their service is completed,” said Sketch. “It was a little more difficult than I thought it would be but we had beautiful weather and I am glad I was able to complete it!”

Matt Testagrose of Shoreham, a U.S. Army veteran, participated in the event.

“It was great to see my fellow veterans and coworkers come together to show support for PTSD awareness,” he said.

Leo Tolson, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran from Center Moriches, said, “The trip was exhausting but I wanted to do something to help raise awareness of how many veterans need help.”

PSEG Long Island is proud to count military veterans among its workforce. Its employees are dedicated to providing customers with safe, reliable power and also committed to the communities they serve by engaging in community service activities and raising funds to support and help their neighbors.

West Babylon Public Library

211 Route 109 West Babylon (631) 669-5445 Fax: (631) 669-6539 www.wbpl.us Nancy Evans, Director

Registration dates are for WBPL cardholders. Non-residents may register 14 days prior to program. Please note: These programs are offered virtually through Zoom. Registrants must have an email address to attend programs.

ZUMBA Fridays: December 2-30 WBA431 10:15-11:15 am

(NAPSI)-Here’s eyeopening news: Recently published research from Oklahoma State University suggests that improving quality of sleep not only reduces stress, but also helps us manage everyday

IN PERSON

Join Cindy Merkler for this monthly Zumba series. Nonrefundable/ transferable fee for the 5-week December sessions: $10.

CLAY LUMINARIES

Monday, December 5, 7-8 pm WBA102

IN PERSON

Using stoneware clay cylinders, participants will be able to cut out shapes and images creating a beautiful luminary. The pieces will be brought back to the Pottery on Wheels Studio to be glazed and fired. Finished pieces will be available for pick-up at the Library about 2 weeks later. Space is

limited, program fee must be paid within 48 hours of registration to secure your spot. Non-refundable/ transferable materials fee: $5.

EDUCATE & CREATE: ALCOHOL INK ART Tuesday, December 6, 7-8:30pm WBA103

IN PERSON

Be inspired and learn different techniques for alcohol inks. Design and create inspirational messages while exploring the endless possibilities of this medium. Space is limited, program fee must be paid within 48 hours of registration to secure

your spot. Non-refundable materials fee: $ 5.

WBPL WRITER’S CLUB

Wednesday, December 7, 11 am-12:30 pm WBA25

IN PERSON

Join us and other writers who share similar interests as we conduct an interactive workshop where you share and discuss creative ideas. No experience necessary.

YOGA

Wednesdays: December 7-28 WBA401 6:30-7:30 pm IN PERSON

Join Evelyn Regan for this monthly yoga series. Nonrefundable/transferable fee

Sleep Better, Stress Less

stress. “When you’re stressed and tired, every aspect of your life is affected,” says lifestyle expert and spokesperson for the Better Sleep Council, Lissa Coffey. “Controlling stress

and getting a good night’s rest start with evaluating your lifestyle.”

Dr. Douglas MacKay, N.D., vice president, scientific and regulatory affairs, Council for Responsible Nutrition,

agrees: “Eating a healthy diet, taking vitamins and other supplements, exercising regularly and getting adequate amounts of sleep are all part of a healthy lifestyle.”

Here are more tips to

for the 4-week December session: $8.

DIY: SNOWY MASON JAR

December 7-12 WBA602

TAKE HOME KIT

Add this frosty mason jar to your winter décor. West Babylon Card holders only. Registrants will be contacted when kits are available for pick-up.

COOKIE CUTTER POP ROCKS

December 8-13 WBA602

TAKE HOME KIT

Join the Chocolicious Chocolatier and make popping chocolate with cookie cutter shapes. Registrants will be

contacted when kits are available for pick-up. Nonrefundable/transferable materials fee: $5.

HOLIDAY FOOD FESTIVAL Saturday, December 10, 1-2 pm WBA603 VIRTUAL Join Chef Rob to learn to make some tasty holiday treats. Program will take place on the Library’s Facebook page. A link to the Facebook event and the recipes will be provided by the Library.

help you sleep better and stress less:

1. Eat a well-balanced diet.

2. Take your vitamins, including a daily multivitamin. Ask your doctor about other

supplements, like valerian, for healthy sleep.

3. Evaluate your mattress--consider replacing it if it’s five to seven years old or older.

With Winter Heating Season Nearing, PSEG Long Island Customers May Be Eligible For Assistance

As winter heating season approaches, PSEG Long Island recognizes that many households are facing challenging times and wants to remind its customers that programs exist to help people struggling with utility bills. There are also many ways they can lower their bills by using energy wisely.

“Everything is more expensive today, and PSEG Long Island continues to work hard to provide our customers with safe, reliable energy at the lowest possible cost,” said Lou DeBrino, PSEG Long Island’s vice president of Customer Services.

“To help manage energy use and costs, we offer resources, tips and a variety of energy efficiency programs. We also know many of our customers are struggling to pay bills, and we encourage them to reach out to us to enroll in a deferred payment agreement and learn about available financial assistance programs.

Colder weather is coming, which will mean higher heating costs. We urge our customers to act now, and we’re here to help.”

The costs associated with purchasing fuel for electric power supply are directly passed through to the customers. With energy costs rising due to global conflict, inflation, and high demand as the winter heating season approaches, PSEG Long Island understands the impact this increased financial burden can have on its customers.

In accordance with a policy established by the LIPA Board of Trustees, a hedging program is in place to reduce the volatility of power supply costs for customers. Hedging provides price stability in case of unforeseen commodity market and weather events that drive up prices. In addition,

PSEG Long Island and LIPA work to further mitigate the monthly volatility to customers as costs materialize.

How Customers Can Lower Their Bills

The most effective thing customers can to do lower their bills is to use electricity more efficiently. Here are some helpful tips:

• Replace inefficient incandescent light bulbs with LED bulbs since, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, lighting accounts for about 15% of the electricity used in the home, and LEDs use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer.

• Use a programmable thermostat to automatically manage your home’s heating and cooling needs.

ENERGY STAR estimates that properly used programmable thermostats can save the average American household about $180 a year. In addition, PSEG Long Island offers rebates on smart thermostats.

• Lower your thermostat by just one degree to potentially reduce your heating bill. Lowering it two degrees during the day and five to 10 degrees at night will save even more.

• Install timers and motion detectors to automatically manage indoor and outdoor lighting and help ensure lights are not on when they’re not needed.

• Ceiling fans can be used to save energy in winter. Setting a fan to rotate clockwise on low pulls cool air toward the ceiling, pushing warm air down into a room.

• Seal windows and doorframes with

weather stripping or caulk, and remove or cover window air conditioners to help to prevent drafts that waste energy and money.

• Reduce “phantom power” by using energy efficient power strips or unplugging electronic devices when they’re not in use. Items plugged into outlets use electricity even when they’re turned off.

• Install a high efficiency air source heat pump (ASHP) to lower energy usage, save money and provide greater comfort in cold and hot months. Robust rebates are available from PSEG Long Island’s Home Comfort Program for ducted ASHP units, ducted geothermal heat pumps and ductless mini split systems. Additionally, PSEG Long Island’s Home Comfort PLUS program offers enhanced rebates for customers who meet certain income qualifications.

• More money-saving ideas and rebate information are available at https:// www.psegliny.com/ saveenergyandmoney/ energystarrebates.

Assistance Available To Those Struggling With Bills

PSEG Long Island wants to work with any customer struggling to pay their bills and help them find a solution. The company encourages anyone with a past-due account balance to call 1-800-490-0025 so a representative can help them develop a deferred payment agreement tailored to the needs of their household.

Additionally, PSEG Long Island wants to make customers aware of the financial assistance

programs offered by New York State:

· The New York State Electric and Gas Bill Relief Program: Customers enrolled in PSEG Long Island’s Household Assistance Program will automatically receive a credit toward their arrears as of May 1, 2022, via this new, state-run program. Customers who meet the eligibility requirements and have not yet enrolled in the Household Assistance Program have until Dec. 31, 2022 to enroll in the Household Assistance Program to qualify for this bill credit.

· Customers who have received a payment on their PSEG Long Island account through the New York State-administered Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) also qualify for the New York State Electric and Gas Bill Relief Program. As ERAP payments continue to be received, the New York State Electric and Gas Bill Relief Program will remain open through Dec. 31, 2022.

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) can provide a heating fuel grant to

eligible homeowners and renters depending on income, household size and how they heat their home. A family of four may have a maximum gross monthly income of $5,485 and still qualify for benefits. This benefit is scheduled to open on Nov. 1. For more information, visit https://otda.ny.gov/ programs/heap/.

Emergency HEAP, a subset of the HEAP program, offers eligible customers a grant to help low- and middle-income New Yorkers avoid having their home heating disconnected or exhausting their heating fuel source. This emergency portion of HEAP is scheduled to open on Jan. 3, 2023. If customers are experiencing an emergency, they can apply for this benefit by reaching out to their local Department of Social Services location, which can be found here: https:// otda.ny.gov/programs/ heap/contacts/

· For low-income house-holds facing noheat situations, the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is also accepting applications

for its heating equipment repair or replacement benefit. Eligible homeowners can now apply for up to $4,000 for repair or $8,000 for replacement of a furnace, boiler or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the household’s primary heating source working. Additionally, eligible households can receive energy efficiency services, which includes the cleaning of primary heating equipment to allow for its safe and efficient operation. Customers can apply for this benefit by reaching out to their local Department of Social Services location, which can be found here: https:// otda.ny.gov/programs/ heap/contacts/

Customers who apply for and receive one of these state or federal benefits are automatically placed on PSEG Long Island’s Household Assistance rate and the residential energy affordability program providing energy efficiency measures and suggestions to help lower consumption.

Grand Ave., Lindenhurst

Commander Ave., W. Babylon

4th Ave., W. Babylon

32nd St., Lindenhurst

Mark Pl., Nesconset

Kent Pl., Amity Harbor

Western Ln., Wantagh

15th St., W. Babylon

Linton Ave., Lindenhurst

Prairie Ln., Lindenhurst

Hofstra Dr., Greenlawn

Mitchell Ave., Babylon

Dogwood Ave., W. Hempstead

Everdell Ave., West Islip

White St., N. Babylon

Kensington Ct., Copiague

Pecan St., Lindenhurst

E. Highland Ave., Massapequa

37th St., Lindenhurst

Surf St., Lindenhurst

Linton Ave., Lindenhurst

W. 4th St., Patchogue

W. Alhambra Ave., Lindenhurst

Leibrock Ave., Lindenhurst

Swan Dr., Massapequa

Eastlake Ave., Massapequa Park

Avon Dr., Amityville

N. 6thSt., Lindenhurst

W. Granada Ave., Lindenhurst

Shore Rd., Lindenhurst

Newcastle Ct., Ridge

August Rd., N. Babylon

S. 2nd St., Lindenhurst

17th St., W. Babylon

Cranberry St., Central Islip

S. 29th St., Wyandanch

Waco St., Lindenhurst

Frederick Ave., Merrick

White St., N. Babylon

Riviera Pkwy., Lindenhurst

W. 3rd St., Deer Park

Heathcote Rd., Lindenhurst

Clocks Blvd., Massapequa

Beachview St., Copiague

Washington Blvd., N. Bellmore

N. Broome Ave., Lindenhurst

Dakota St., Ronkonkoma

Connecticut Ave., Massapequa

S. 19th St, Wyandanch

West Ct., West Islip

Bellmore Ave., Bellmore

E. Lido Prom., Lindenhurst

Merrick Rd., Massapequa

Townhouse Vlg. Dr., Hauppauge

S. 8th St., Lindenhurst

Huron St., Port Jefferson

West End Ave., Freeport

Clove Ct., Seaford

Willetts Ln., West Islip

Centre Ave., Lindenhurst

Linton Ave., Lindenhurst

W. Riviera, Lindenhurst

S. 15th St., Lindenhurst

Fulton St., Deer Park

Jamaica Ave., Wyandanch

Granada Pkwy., Lindenhurst

N. Indiana Ave., Lindenhurst

E. Montauk Hwy., Lindenhurst

N. Jefferson Ave., Lindenhurst

E. Marine Ave., Lindenhurst

N. 4th St., Lindenhurst

W. Minerva Rd., Lindenhurst

Great neck Rd., Amityville

The College Board has recognized 52 current and former Babylon Junior-Senior High School students as Advanced Placement Scholars for the 20222023 school year. These awards, which are divided among several categories, were bestowed upon the students based on their exceptional achievement on the national Advanced Placement exams last spring. The students and their accolades include:

· 27 students who qualified for the AP Scholar Award by receiving scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams. They are Ana Maria Acosta, Carlos Berrios, Ashley Burke, Gianna Carty, Jack DeVoe, Haley Gengler, Luca Giammarino, Gregory Herbst, Kayleigh McGetrick, Ava McKeown, Sebastian Melendez,

Philip Molnar, Lucas Montalto, Kevin Mroczka, Matthew Nyman, Brennan O’Halloran, Kate O’Brien, Megan O’Malley, Lisa Petraitis, Annaliese Pillitteri, Troy Schipf, Paige Seegers, Catherine Shaw, Mia Shek, Megan Snyder, Grace Young, Eduardo Zambrano.

· 11 students who received the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning a 3.25 on all AP exams. They are Ethan Albert, Paul Catalano, Molly Higgins, Shelby Kowalewsky, Lindsay MacQuarrie, Alexander Noesi, Macallan Ringstad, Andrew Scheriff; Campbell Stein, Joshua Vanderbilt, Brett Womack.

·14 students who were granted the AP Scholar With Distinction Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and

www.mhaw.org

Charity of the Month, the Ronkonkomabased Association for Mental Health and Wellness (MHAW).

Among its wide range of mentalhealth-related services, MHAW offers many forms of assistance for veterans in Suffolk County. These offerings address affordable housing, medical and mental health assistance, peer support, and other services.

To allow readers to get a humanscale picture of the real-life ways that MHAW supports local veterans in need, here are the stories of “John” and “Mary.”

“John” had served our country for more than eight years as a Marine, including witnessing the aftermath of the Beirut barracks bombings in 1983 that had killed 241 American personnel and dozens of others.

He proceeded to face major difficulty adapting to post-service life, and used food to help him cope. John became significantly overweight and homeless, with a hotel as his residence for two years. It was nearly impossible to find a house that accommodated his needs until he connected with “Housing Our Homeless Heroes,” an initiative that helps veterans regain their sense of independence with supportive housing.

Happily, John is now living in a stabilized environment with dignity and respect.

As a second example, “Mary” had been discharged from the service last August, had no income, nowhere to go, and unfortunately was living in her car. She reached out to the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program, run in collaboration with the Economic

Opportunity Council (EOC) of Suffolk, a Patchoguebased social services organization.

Mary worked with

the SSVF team to locate and obtain permanent housing. She also worked with a case manager and a health care navigator to apply for the VA’s service-connected disability program, where she was approved for 100-percent compensation. Mary was also connected to the Northport VA Medical Center, where she began receiving health care. In addition, Mary worked with an employment specialist who assisted her with her resume, job search, and interview prep.

As a result, Mary ultimately secured a full-time job. She has expressed her gratefulness to MHAW and to EOC of Suffolk for the critical assistance she received at the time when she needed it most.

After all they have given to America, our veterans deserve support from all of us here in Suffolk County and across the nation. With this in mind, we urge you to play a role in introducing local veterans in need to MHAW.

If you know such a veteran, have them contact Marcelle Leis, MHAW’s Director of Veteran Services, by calling 631-946-0147, or by emailing mleis@ mhaw.org. If your nonprofit

rising costs are affecting everyone. But,

consider a gift in any amount that you are able to right now. It’s so important for all the animals in our care.

LOOKING TO ADVERTI SE YOUR BUSINES S? Call Classified and one of our experienced sales representatives will help you. BIG BUDGET? SM ALL BUDGET? 631-226-2636, press 276

THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experi enced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, Ext. 276

Call The Classifieds 631-226-2636 Pres s 2 Call

Get Results Call Classifed 631-226-2636 Press “2” Get Results

THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experienced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, ext. 276

Call Classifed 631-226-2636 Press “2”

TO place an ad in the CLASSIFIED section, call 631-226-2636, press “2” A sales representative will be happy to assist you

Call The Classifieds 631-226-2636 Pres s 2

BUYING? SELLING? RENTING? Place your ad in the Classifieds 631-226-2636 Ext. 276

Call

at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, ext. 276

Call The Classifieds 631-226-2636 Ext. 276

LOOKING TO ADVERTI SE YOUR BUSINES S? Call Classified and one of our experienced sales representatives will help you.

BIG BUDGET? SM ALL BUDGET? 631-226-2636, press 276

BUYING? SELLING? RENTING? Place your ad in the Classifieds 631 -2 26-2636, Ext. 276

LOOKING TO ADVERTI SE YOUR BUSINES S? Call Classified and one of our experienced sales representatives will help you. BIG BUDGET? SM ALL BUDGET? 631-226-2636, press 276

Long Island Elite Great Gatsby Gala Celebrates Organization’s 20th Anniversary

The Long Island Elite (LIE) is celebrating a milestone achievement—20 years of fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities. Since 2002, the organization has focused on cultivating the growth and leadership capabilities of Long Island business professionals, while raising awareness and funds for local charities. To highlight this milestone, and raise money for its Charity Partner of the Year United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island, the business networking and philanthropy group held its Great Gatsby Gala, channeling the glamour of the roaring 1920s.

“This year, the Long Island Elite celebrates its 20th Anniversary,” said Long Island Elite President Frank Morizio, Jr. “Organizations that hit this remarkable milestone must

be filled with mission driven people, who are themselves, remarkable. But that’s not all you need to get here.

Over the past 20 years, there have been hundreds of members, thousands of connections made, and millions of dollars raised to support organizations that are doing amazing things for our neighbors in need.”

The anniversary gala is a celebration of the vision that the LIE “Founders” had to support the growth of business and charitable efforts on Long Island. To honor that vision, the LIE chose United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island to be its gala beneficiary and have committed to help them build an adaptive playground where children in their program can enjoy the simple pleasures of adolescent fun as all children should.

UCP of Long Island has been committed

to advancing the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with disabilities by creating Life Without Limits. The Children’s Center, located in Commack, has provided over 60 years of excellence in educational services including preschool, school-age programs and early intervention services tailored to meet the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs of children with disabilities from birth to 21 years of age. The Children’s Center currently serves over 80 infants and children through age 21, with a wide range of developmental disabilities and diagnoses.

Together, the L.I.E. and UCP of Long Island strive to improve the quality of life for individuals and families who have children with disabilities. Please help us by supporting this year’s 20th Anniversary Gala.

For information on how

you can support the Long Island Elite and UCP of Long Island, visit www. longislandelite.com or email info@longislandelite. com.

About the Long Island Elite

The Long Island Elite is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that

is dedicated to fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities. Its core goal is to bring business professionals together to support each other’s careers through a variety of networking, business and community functions. The organization takes a

GET YOUR AD NOTICED! Ca ll Our Classifi ed Dept. 631-226-2636 Ext. 276

TO place an ad in the CLASSIFIED section, call 631-226-2636, press “2” A sales representative will be happy to assist you

HAVE AN APARTMENT TO RENT?

Place your ad in our Classifieds 631 -2 26- 2636 Ex t. 276

BUYING? SEL LING? RENT ING?

Place your ad in the Classi fieds 631 -2 26-2636 Ext. 27 6

leadership role in helping local nonprofits raise money and gain more recognition. As a philanthropic liaison, Long Island Elite provides forums such as special events, outreach programs, and fundraising support to help its annual charity partner organization grow and thrive.

LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS LEGALS

NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING

WEST BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IN THE COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Education of the West Babylon Union Free School District, in the County of Suffolk, New York, has adopted a resolution on September 28, 2022, authorizing a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of said School District to be held on

Tuesday, December 6, 2022 between the hours of 7:00 o’clock A.M. (Prevailing Time) and 9:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), at the following voting places: (1) Board Room of the Administrative Wing of the Senior High School, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York, for those persons residing in Election District No. 1 and (2) Santapogue Elementary School, 1130 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon, New York, for those persons residing in Election District No. 2; for the purpose of voting upon the following Bond Proposition:

BOND PROPOSITION YES NO

RESOLVED:

(a) That the Board of Education of the West Babylon Union Free School District, in the County of Suffolk, New York (the “School District”), is hereby authorized to (i) reconstruct and/or replace the roof at the West Babylon Senior High School, at the estimated maximum cost of $7,450,000 and (ii) replace the water service line and condensate tank; construct driveway, parking lot, drainage, asphalt, pavement, curb, lighting and sidewalk improvements; reconstruct the west playground and install new basketball hoops at South Bay Elementary School, at the estimated maximum cost of $2,250,000 (collectively, the “Project”), substantially as described in a plan prepared by BBS Architects, Landscape Architects, and Engineers, PC, Patchogue, New York (the “Plan”), which Plan is on file and available for public inspection at the office of the District Clerk; all of the foregoing to include all original equipment, furnishings, machinery, apparatus and ancillary or related site, demolition and other work required in connection therewith; and to expend therefor, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and to the financing thereof, an amount not to exceed the estimated total cost of $9,700,000; provided that the estimated costs of the components of the Project as set forth in the Plan may be reallocated among such

components if the Board of Education shall determine that such reallocation is in the best interests of the School District;

(b) that a tax is hereby voted therefor in the amount of not to exceed $9,700,000 to finance such cost, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education; and

(c) that in anticipation of said tax, the Board of Education may authorize the issuance of bonds of the School District in the principal amount of not to exceed $9,700,000 and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable. Such Bond Proposition shall appear on the ballot used for voting at said Special District Meeting in substantially the following abbreviated form:

BOND PROPOSITION YES

NO

to vote at said Special District Meeting to be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 whose name does not already appear on the register of said School District, or who does not register as hereinafter provided, except as may otherwise be provided by the Laws or Regulations of the State of New York. All persons who wish to vote and are not included in the existing register must register with the Suffolk County Board of Elections by filing an on-line application with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles: https://dmv. ny.gov/more-info/electronicvoter-registration-application.

the Special District Meeting, except Sunday and holidays and by advance appointment on Saturday, December 3, 2022, which appointment must be made with the District Clerk on or before 4:00 o’clock P.M., (Prevailing Time), Friday, December 2, 2022, and at the polling place(s) on the day of the Special District Meeting.

RESOLVED:

(a) That the Board of Education of the West Babylon Union Free School District, in the County of Suffolk, New York (the “School District”), is hereby authorized to (i) reconstruct and/or replace the roof at the West Babylon Senior High School and (ii) replace the water service line and condensate tank; construct driveway, parking lot, drainage, asphalt, pavement, curb, lighting and sidewalk improvements; reconstruct the west playground and install new basketball hoops at South Bay Elementary School, and to expend therefor the aggregate amount of not to exceed $9,700,000; (b) that a tax is hereby voted in the amount of not to exceed $9,700,000; to finance such cost, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education; and (c) that in anticipation of said tax, bonds of the School District are hereby authorized to be issued in the principal amount of not to exceed $9,700,000; and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable.

The voting will be conducted by ballot using voting machines or paper ballot as provided in the Education Law and the polls will remain open between the hours of 7:00 o’clock A.M. (Prevailing Time) and 9:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) and as much longer as may be necessary to enable the voters then present to cast their ballots.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that if a voter is registered pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law in the West Babylon Union Free School District and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he or she is also eligible to vote at this Special District Meeting to be held on December 6, 2022. All other persons who wish to vote must register. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered previously hereunder for an Annual or Special Meeting or Election, and who shall have voted at any Annual or Special District Meeting or Election, held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to the preparation of the register is also eligible to vote at this Special District Meeting. All other persons who wish to vote must register.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that all other voters may register to vote on any school day not less than five (5) days immediately preceding the Special District Meeting, at the District Office, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, between the hours of 8:30 A.M. (Prevailing Time) and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), at which time any person will be entitled to have his/her name placed on such registers, provided that he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter is entitled to vote at such Special District Meeting for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District in the Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the School District beginning on December 1, 2022, between the hours of 8:00 o’clock A.M. and 4:00 o’clock P.M., (Prevailing Time), on weekdays, and each day prior to the day set for

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the office of the District Clerk, Administrative Offices, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York beginning November 1, 2022 between the hours of 8:00 o’clock A.M. (Prevailing Time) and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), Monday through Friday, except holidays in accordance with Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The completed application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the Special District Meeting if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter or the day before the Special District Meeting if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. No absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the District Clerk of the School District not later than 5:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on the day of said Special District Meeting.

A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection by qualified voters of the School District in said office of the District Clerk during regular business hours on each of the five (5) days prior to the day of the Special District Meeting, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, between the hours of 8:00 o’clock A.M. and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) and shall be available at the polling places on the day of the vote. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such list, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on Election Day during all hours of voting and registration. The School District Clerk shall be at Election District No. 1.

All inquiries for information concerning the use of an absentee ballot or requesting an application for such absentee ballot, can be made by writing to Ms. Jailin M. Parada, District Clerk, West Babylon Union Free School District, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York, or via telephone (631) 376-7008.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the School District, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, West Babylon Union Free School District, Central Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, by email to jparada@wbschools.org or fax sent to (631) 376-7019. In such request, the military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application by mail, fax or e-mail and set forth the mailing or e-mail address or fax number therefore. A military voter must return the original military ballot application by mail to the office of the District Clerk at the Central Administration Office, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704. The application must be returned by mail or in person to the Office of the School District Clerk, or other appropriate office designated by the School District as applicable, not later than 5:00 P.M. on the twentysixth (26th) day before the Special District Meeting. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018 of the Education Law. The application for a military ballot should include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax or e-mail.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704. Military voters must submit a separate military ballot application for each Annual, Special District Meeting (including the Special District Meeting to be held on December 6, 2022) or election at which they wish to cast a vote, except any necessary budget revote. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the office of the District Clerk not later than 5:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on the day of the Special District Meeting, or showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received no later than 5:00 P.M. on the day of the Special District Meeting and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the Special District Meeting.

SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICTS

The boundaries of the school election districts and the place in each election district for registration and voting shall be as follows:

ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 1 – meets in the Board Room of the Administrative Wing of the Senior High School, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York, and the said election district comprises all that portion of West Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, lying south of Sunrise Highway.

ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 2 – meets in the Santapogue Elementary School, 1130 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon, New York, and the said election district comprises all that portion of West Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, lying north of Sunrise Highway.

A person shall be entitled to vote at said Special District meeting only if such person is a qualified voter.

Please note that all State or CDC recommended guidelines, if any, will apply to all persons entering the polling places.

Dated: September 28, 2022

AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO

DISTRITO ESCOLAR LIBRE DE WEST BABYLON

EN EL CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK

SE NOTIFICA que la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon, en el condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, ha adoptado una resolución el 28 de septiembre de 2022, autorizando una Reunión Especial del Distrito de los votantes calificados de dicho Distrito Escolar que se realizará el

Martes, 6 de diciembre de 2022 entre las horas de las 7:00 A.M. (hora prevaleciente) y las 9:00 P.M. (hora prevaleciente), en los siguientes lugares de votación: (1) Sala de Juntas del Ala Administrativa de la Escuela Secundaria Superior, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York, para aquellas personas que residen en el Distrito Electoral No. 1 y

(2) Santapogue Elementary School, 1130 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon, Nueva York, para aquellas personas que residen en el Distrito Electoral No. 2; con el propósito de votar sobre la siguiente Proposición de Bonos:

PROPUESTO DE BONOS

SI NO

RESUELTO:

(a) Que la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon, en el condado de Suffolk, Nueva York (el “Distrito Escolar”), por la presente se autoriza a (i) reconstruir y/o reemplazar el techo en la West Babylon Senior High School, con un costo máximo estimado de $7,450,000 y (ii) reemplazar la línea de servicio de agua y el tanque de condensación; construir el camino de entrada, el estacionamiento, el drenaje, el asfalto, el pavimento, el bordillo, la luz y las mejoras en las aceras; reconstruir el patio de recreo oeste e instalar nuevas canastas de baloncesto en la Escuela Primaria South Bay, con un coste máximo estimado de 2.250.000 dólares (colectivamente, el “Proyecto”), sustancialmente como se describe en un plan preparado por BBS Architects, Landscape Architects, and Engineers, PC, Patchogue, Nueva York (el “Plan”), que está archivado y disponible para inspección del público en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito; todo lo anterior para incluir todo el equipo original, el mobiliario, la maquinaria, los aparatos y el sitio auxiliar o relacionado, la demolición y otros trabajos necesarios en relación con el mismo; y para gastar en él, incluidos los costos preliminares y los costos incidentales a la misma y a la financiación de la misma, una cantidad que no exceda el costo total estimado de $ 9,700,000; siempre que los costos estimados de los componentes del Proyecto como se establece en el Plan pueden ser reasignados entre dichos componentes si la Junta de Educación determinará que dicha reasignación es en el mejor interés del Distrito Escolar;

(b) que por la presente se vota un impuesto por la cantidad que no exceda de $9,700,000 para financiar dicho gasto, dicho impuesto se impondrá y recaudará en cuotas en los años y en las cantidades que determine dicha Junta de Educación; y

(c) que, en anticipación a dicho impuesto, la Junta de Educación puede autorizar la emisión de bonos del Distrito Escolar por un monto principal

que no exceda los $9,700,000 y por la presente se vota un impuesto para pagar los intereses de dichos bonos a medida que éstos venzan y sean pagaderos. Dicha propuesta de bonos aparecerá en la boleta electoral utilizada para la votación en dicha reunión especial del distrito en forma sustancialmente abreviada:

PROPUESTO DE BONOS SI NO

RESUELTO:

(a) Que la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon, en el condado de Suffolk, Nueva York (el “Distrito Escolar”), por la presente se autoriza a (i) reconstruir y/o reemplazar el techo en la West Babylon Senior High School y (ii) reemplazar la línea de servicio de agua y el tanque de condensación; construir calzadas, aparcamientos, desagües, asfalto, pavimento, bordillos, iluminación y mejoras en las aceras; reconstruir el patio de recreo oeste e instalar nuevas canastas de baloncesto en la escuela primaria South Bay, y gastar en ello la cantidad total que no exceda de 9.700.000 dólares; (b) que por la presente se vota un impuesto por la cantidad que no exceda de $9,700,000; para financiar dicho costo, dicho impuesto se impondrá y recaudará en cuotas en los años y en las cantidades que determine dicha Junta de Educación; y (c) que en previsión de dicho impuesto, se autoriza por la presente la emisión de bonos del Distrito Escolar por la cantidad principal que no exceda de $9,700,000; y por la presente se vota un impuesto para pagar los intereses de dichos bonos a medida que éstos venzan y sean pagaderos.

La votación se llevará a cabo mediante el uso de máquinas de votación o boletas de papel según lo dispuesto en la Ley de Educación y las urnas permanecerán abiertas entre las 7:00 a.m. (hora prevaleciente) y las 9:00 p.m. (hora prevaleciente) y todo el tiempo que sea necesario para que los votantes presentes puedan emitir su voto.

Y SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE, que se requiere la inscripción personal de los votantes y ninguna persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha Junta Especial del Distrito que se realizará el martes 6 de diciembre de 2022 cuyo nombre no figure ya en el registro de dicho Distrito Escolar, o que no se inscriba como se dispone a continuación, salvo que

las Leyes o Reglamentos del Estado de Nueva York dispongan lo contrario. Todas las personas que deseen votar y no estén incluidas en el registro existente deben registrarse en la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk presentando una solicitud en línea en el Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados del Estado de Nueva York: https://dmv.ny.gov/more-info/ electronic-voter-registrationapplication.

Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA, que si un votante está registrado de acuerdo a §2014 de la Ley de Educación en el Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon y es elegible para votar bajo el Artículo 5 de la Ley de Elecciones, él o ella también es elegible para votar en esta Reunión Especial del Distrito que se realizará el 6 de diciembre de 2022. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. El registro así preparado incluye a todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para su registro de acuerdo con el mismo, y todas las personas que se hayan registrado previamente en virtud del presente documento para una Junta o Elección Anual o Especial, y que hayan votado en cualquier Junta o Elección Anual o Especial del Distrito, realizada o llevada a cabo en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a la preparación del registro también es elegible para votar en esta Junta Especial del Distrito. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deberán inscribirse.

Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA, que todos los demás votantes pueden registrarse para votar en cualquier día escolar no menos de cinco (5) días inmediatamente antes de la Reunión Especial del Distrito, en la Oficina del Distrito, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York 11704, entre las horas de 8:30 A.M. (Hora Prevalente) y 4:00 P. M. (Hora Preponderante), momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dichos registros, siempre y cuando se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que en ese momento o posteriormente tiene derecho a votar en dicha Junta de Distrito Especial para la que se prepara el registro. El registro así preparado de acuerdo con el §2014 de la Ley de Educación se archivará en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en el Edificio de Administración, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York 11704, y estará abierto a la inspección de cualquier votante calificado

del Distrito Escolar a partir del 1 de diciembre de 2022, entre las horas de 8:00 A.M. y 4:00 P.M., (hora prevaleciente), en días laborables, y cada día anterior al día fijado para la Junta Especial del Distrito, excepto los domingos y los días festivos, y mediante cita previa el sábado 3 de diciembre de 2022, cuya cita debe realizarse con el Secretario del Distrito a las 4:00 p.m. o antes (hora prevaleciente) del viernes 2 de diciembre de 2022, y en el(los) centro(s) de votación el día de la Junta Especial del Distrito.

Y ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA que las solicitudes de boletas para votar en ausencia pueden solicitarse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, Oficinas Administrativas, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York, a partir del 1 de noviembre de 2022 entre las horas de las 8:00 A.M. (hora prevaleciente) y las 4:00 P.M. (hora prevaleciente), de lunes a viernes, excepto los días feriados, de conformidad con la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud completada debe ser recibida por el Secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la Reunión Especial del Distrito si la boleta debe ser enviada por correo al votante o el día antes de la Reunión Especial del Distrito si la boleta debe ser entregada personalmente al votante. Ninguna boleta de votante ausente será escrutada a menos que haya sido recibida en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. (hora vigente) del día de dicha Junta Especial del Distrito.

Una lista de todas las personas a las que se les hayan emitido boletas de ausente estará disponible para su inspección por parte de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar en dicha oficina del Secretario del Distrito durante las horas regulares de trabajo en cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores al día de la Reunión Especial del Distrito, excepto los sábados, domingos y días festivos, entre las horas de las 8:00 A.M. y las 4:00 P.M. (hora prevaleciente) y estará disponible en los lugares de votación el día de la votación. Cualquier votante calificado puede, al examinar dicha lista, presentar una impugnación por escrito de las calificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dicha lista, indicando las razones de dicha impugnación. Cualquier impugnación de este tipo será transmitida por el Secretario del Distrito o una persona designada por la Junta de Educación a los inspectores de la elección el día de la elección durante todas las horas de votación y registro. El

Secretario del Distrito Escolar estará en el Distrito Electoral Nº 1.

Todas las consultas para obtener información sobre el uso del voto en ausencia o para solicitar una solicitud de dicho voto en ausencia, pueden hacerse por escrito a la Sra. Jailin M. Parada, District Clerk, West Babylon Union Free School District, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York, o por teléfono (631) 3767008.

Y SE NOTIFICA, ADEMÁS, que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar, pueden solicitar una solicitud de boleta militar al Secretario del Distrito por correo a la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, West Babylon Union Free School District, Central Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704, por correo electrónico a jparada@wbschools.org o por fax enviado al (631) 3767019. En dicha solicitud, el votante militar puede indicar su preferencia por recibir la solicitud por correo, fax o correo electrónico y establecer la dirección postal o de correo electrónico o el número de fax correspondiente. El votante militar debe devolver el original de la solicitud de boleta militar por correo a la oficina del Secretario de Distrito en la Oficina de Administración Central, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, New York 11704. La solicitud debe devolverse por correo o en persona a la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar, o a otra oficina apropiada designada por el Distrito Escolar según corresponda, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del vigésimo sexto (26) día antes de la Reunión Especial del Distrito. Las solicitudes de boletas militares recibidas de acuerdo con lo anterior serán procesadas de la misma manera que una solicitud de boleta no militar bajo la Sección 2018 de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de papeleta militar debe incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la papeleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico.

Y SE NOTIFICA, ADEMÁS, que la boleta militar original de un votante militar debe ser devuelta por correo a la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, Edificio de la Administración Central, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York 11704. Los votantes militares deben presentar una solicitud de papeleta militar por separado para cada Reunión Anual, Reunión Especial del Distrito (incluida la Reunión Especial del Distrito que se realizará el 6 de diciembre

de 2022) o elección en la que deseen emitir un voto, excepto cualquier revote presupuestario necesario. Las boletas militares serán escrutadas si se reciben en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. (hora prevaleciente) del día de la Junta Especial del Distrito, o si muestran una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o si muestran un endoso fechado de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o si se reciben a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. M. del día de la Junta de Distrito Especial y firmada y fechada por el votante militar y un testigo de la misma, con una fecha que se compruebe que no es posterior al día anterior a la Junta de Distrito Especial.

DISTRITOS ELECTORALES ESCOLARES

Los límites de los distritos electorales escolares y el lugar de cada distrito electoral para el registro y la votación serán los siguientes:

DISTRITO ELECTORAL NÚMERO 1 - se reúne en la Sala de Juntas del Ala Administrativa de la Escuela Secundaria Superior, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, Nueva York, y dicho distrito electoral comprende toda la porción del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, que se encuentra al sur de Sunrise Highway.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL NÚMERO 2 - se reúne en la Escuela Primaria Santapogue, 1130 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon, Nueva York, y dicho distrito electoral comprende toda la porción del Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, que se encuentra al norte de Sunrise Highway.

Una persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha reunión del Distrito Especial sólo si dicha persona es un votante calificado.

Tenga en cuenta que todas las directrices recomendadas por el Estado o los CDC, si las hay, se aplicarán a todas las personas que entren en los colegios electorales.

POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACION

Fecha: septiembre 28, 2022

Jailin M. Parada

Secretaria Del Distrito

WBN & WBS - 601 - 10/19, 11/09, 11/23, 11/30/22

The Girl Scouts Of Suffolk County’s Annual Holiday Lightshow Expands Its Annual Celebrations

The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County and County Executive Steve Bellone are excited to announce the Girl Scout Holiday Light Show will be returning to Smith Point County Park in Shirley for the 19th consecutive year. This year, the drive-thru event which features more than a mile of illuminated holidaythemed displays, will take place from November 26th to December 30th. In addition to the annual drive-thru holiday attraction, new to this year’s event, GSSC will also create an incredible walk-through Enchanted Forest and Holiday Village featuring 200ft light displays, photos with Santa, a picnic area for s’mores, music, and games at Southaven County Park in Yaphank. Along with being a favorite holiday attraction among families from throughout Long Island, the seasonal event serves as an important fundraiser for Girl Scouts of Suffolk County to help

expand the access girls throughout Suffolk County have to the empowering Girl Scout experience.

“The Girl Scout Holiday Light Show is an event we look forward to every year, and we are delighted to bring it back for families across Long Island to enjoy this holiday season,” said Tammy Severino, CEO and President of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. “We are thrilled to be able to expand our annual traditions by introducing our new Enchanted Forest at Southaven County Park, which will host even more fun family activities. We hope everyone will come to join us in this amazing holiday tradition and are looking forward to creating new memories with all of you!”

Girl Scouts of Suffolk County’s annual holiday light show is a drivethrough show along a 1.5mile trail at Smith Point County Park Campgrounds filled with dazzling holiday

light displays, created by our Girl Scouts, Staff, and members of our communities throughout Suffolk County. The holiday event features more than 100 fun artistic, holiday-themed displays. This year, the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County have added 5 exhibits that were conceptualized by local, award-winning Girl Scouts.

“I am so excited to welcome back the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County Holiday Light Show for the 19th year in a row,” said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. “This year’s show is expected to be even bigger and better with multiple exciting new holiday attractions. Not only is this a fun family tradition, it also serves as a critical fundraising event to ensure girls throughout the county are able to reach their full potential.”

The Girl Scout Holiday Light Show will be open daily from November 26th to December 30th,

The Babylon Chorale Presents Out Of The Darkness – Into The Light

A choral concert to remind us of the light all around at this special time of year.

The Babylon Chorale presents Out Of The Darkness – Into The Light on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s

By-The-Sea Episcopal Church located at 500 South Country Rd. in Bay Shore.

Advance Sale: $20/ Adults; $12/Students and Seniors 60+

Door Sale: $25/Adults; $15 / Students and Seniors 60+

$10/Children 10 and under at all times For more information and to purchase tickets online see our website: www.babylonchorale. org or email info@ babylonchorale.org

PUZZLE ANSWERS:

excluding December 24th and 25th, from 5 pm to 9 pm. The Enchanted Forest will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 5 pm to 9 pm from November 26th to December 18th and will run from December 26th to December 30th.

Since outgrowing its space at Camp Edey in Bayport, in 2016, the fundraising event has been held at Smith Point County Park. The light displays are assembled and built-in part, by GSSC staff and dedicated volunteers from PSEG Long Island, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1049 and Local 25, and the Long Island Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association. Proceeds from the Holiday Light Show and Enchanted Forest benefit girl leadership programs as well as provide financial assistance for girls to join Girl Scouts and attend our

summer camp program. Special pre-sale tickets are currently available at https://www.gssclightshow. com/ through November 25th. After November 25th, online pricing will be available, or tickets can be purchased at the gates with a credit card. For more information, visit: https:// www.gssclightshow.com/ About Girl Scouts of Suffolk County: The Girl

Scouts of Suffolk County is one of the largest youthserving agencies on Long Island, serving over 15,000 members dedicated to the mission of building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. For more information about Girl Scouts of Suffolk County, please call (631) 543-6622 or visit www.gssc. us.

KiDS NEED MoRE Charity Drive-In Movie

Join KiDS NEED MoRE for a Charity Drive-In Movie at Costello’s Ace Hardware located at 705 Montauk Hwy., in Copiague, on Saturday,

Calling All Sisters Of St. Joseph Alums “Together Again”

The Sisters of St. Joseph invite alums from all classes, faculty and staff to the Annual Alum Holiday Event on Thursday, December 8 at Giando on the Water in Brooklyn. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.brentwoodcsj. org or call 631-273-1187 ext. 154.

December 3, 2022 at 8:30pm. Featured movie: ELF.

Proceeds benefit KiDS NEED MoRE helping local families coping with life-

threatening illnesses. Come for a donation of any amount. Donate at the door or reserve your parking spot at: www. kidsneedmore.org/movie