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AN AFTERNOON OF BEAUTY, 12 YEARS STRONG ANNUAL ACADEMY FUNDRAISER A FAVORITE FOR FAMILY AND COMMUNITY Each holiday season, for the last dozen years, the chance to put their skills into practice on paying cosmetology departments at both Milliken Tech in customers while showing families and friends all Oakdale and Ward Tech in Riverhead have teamed they’ve learned. “This is such an exciting event,” up to host An Afternoon of Beauty. Friends, family, explained Cosmetology Teacher Deborah Esposito. staff, and the public were invited to enjoy salon “Our students are so proud to have people they services for a donation of $5 and a nonperishable know attend, get services, and watch them work. food item. Services included haircuts, hairstyling, And, the best part is, they do all this to benefit thermal styling, manicures, and paraffin treatments. others.” The food and funds were donated to St. John’s The Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Nepomucene in Bohemia and the Long Island Technology, referred to as the Academy, is the Council of Churches and New Beginnings Brendan Career and Technical Education Program of Eastern House in Riverhead. This year’s event raised $1,260. Suffolk BOCES and has locations in Bellport, In addition to assisting their communities, An Oakdale, and Riverhead. Afternoon of Beauty provides students with the
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SHORT WINTER JOKES
Q. What's a good holiday tip? A. Never catch snowflakes with your tongue until all the birds have gone south for the winter.
Q. What do you call a snowman in the summer? A. A puddle!
Q. What do snowmen eat for breakfast? A. Frosted Flakes.
Q. What do you call an old snowman? A. Water!
Q. What do you get if you cross a snowman and a shark? A. Frost bite!
Q. What did Frosty call his cow? A. Eskimoo!
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January is the first month of the year in our modern day Gregorian calendar, and its predecessor the Julian calendar. It consists of 31 days and the first day of the month is known as New Year’s Day. It is named after the Roman god, Janus, the god of doors because this month is the door to the year. The Roman god Janus represents all beginnings and possesses the ability to see all things past and future.
SHORT WINTER JOKE
What does a Snowman take when he gets sick?
A chill pill!
THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS OF BROOKHAVEN The Compassionate Friends is a non-profit, self-help organization that offers understanding and friendship to families who have experienced the death of a child. We meet on the second Friday of each month at St. Sylvester’s Church, at 7:30pm. LIE exit 64 south - first right Robinson Avenue to church parking lot. For further information please call 631-738-0809.
NEEDED AARP VOLUNTEER TEAM YOUTH COUNCIL MEMBERS IN BROOKHAVEN! Sachem Community Youth Services has a Youth Council that is looking for new members. Are you a motivated young person between the Meet new people, impact your community, ages of 10 and 18, who woud like learn about local issues, get information about to make a difference in your AARP programs and discounts in addition to community? Join our Youth Council! volunteer opportunities. Join us on the first Volunteer hours look Thursday of each month, great on job, Honor from 12:30 p.m. till 2:30 p.m. Society, and College applications! Make at Heritage Center, 633 Mount Sinai Coram new friends, feel good Road, Mount Sinai, New York 11766. about yourself, and have Parking is free. fun! We meet on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00pm. Call For information, contact [email protected]. 585-1811.
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SHORT WINTER SHORT WINTER JOKE JOKE
What did the icy Arctic road say to the truck? Dear God, my prayer for 2020 is a FAT bank account and a THIN body. Please don't mix it "Want to go for a spin?" up like you did this year.
JANUARY TRIVIA 8. The first day of the 21st Century began when?
By Amelia Intravaia 9. Where did the first winter Olympic Games take place? 1. What “King” was born on January 8, 1935? 10. Who created the Red Cross?
2. What year did the first Burger King open in Miami? 11. When was Minister Martin Luther King Jr born? 3. Who was the first female Mayor of San Francisco? 12. When was he assassinated and where? 4. The Sign in CA known as “Hollywood” was originally called what? 13. What singer died in a plane crash in 1967 at the age of 26? 5. What is the January birthstone? 14. Who produced the movie “The Irishman”?
6. Name the January flower. 15. Name three of the famous Marx brothers.
7. The birth of 8 babies at one time is known as A Blessed and Happy New Year to All – what? God Bless America
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FREE YOGA & MEDITATION FOR TEENS Sachem Community Youth Services provides a Yoga & Meditation Program for youth ages 13-17. Mondays 7:00-8:00PM. Held at 4949 Express Dr N. Ronkonkoma. The world is a stressful place. Begin your week right and learn to breathe and relax! Space is limited. Call 631-585-1811.
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VETERANS-POLICE AND FIRST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION DAY On December 4th Troop 438 Bohemia had it's 4th Annual would also like to thank Raynor and D' Andrea Funeral Veterans-Police and First Responders Appreciation Day. Home for their donation. Veterans from the Arbors The event was held at the American Legion Hall in Assisted Living attended our event and had a great time. Bohemia. On this day we thanked the brave men and Entertainment was provided by Okey Dokey Karaoke, woman who keep us safe from harm. We also paid tribute Project 9 Line Comedy and our incredible Irish Step to those brave men and woman who gave the ultimate Dancers. To the parents and scouts of Troop 438 thank sacrifice for our country and communities. Paul you for your help. Business group Businesses Benefiting Caltibiano and Patrick Yngstrom received awards for Veterans were also a big help with our event. We would their dedication to helping our Veterans. Food was also like to thank Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone donated by the following restaurants: Pizza Network, for attending. He gave a truly heartwarming speech. mammas, Bohemia Little Bagel Shop, Anthony's Coal Thank you American Legion Commander John Bugler Fired Pizza, Texas Taco, Cooky's Deli, Crickets, Parlor for your support and as always a great speech. Last but House Grill, Shenanigans, Pond Deli, Smokey Bones, not least a big thank you goes out to Keith Baaske for all Mangiamos Pizza and the Outback Steak House. We of his help.
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SMITH MEETS WITH STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT AHEAD OF 2020 LEGISLATIVE SESSION Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) was pleased to meet with Stony Brook University Interim President Dr. Michael Bernstein on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Smith, who serves as the Ranking Member on the Assembly Committee on Higher Education, is appreciative of Dr. Assemblyman Doug Smith Bernstein for providing (5th District) left and Stony Brook University Interim President Dr. Smith with his perspective Michael Bernstein right as he prepares to head back to Albany for the 2020 Legislative Session. “I value my continued partnership with the leadership, staff and students at Stony Brook University as they play a critical role in our community,” Smith said. “I am grateful that Dr. Bernstein spent time with me discussing a wide range of topics. As always, I am committed to supporting all higher education institutions throughout our state and ensuring that the next generation of New Yorkers is as prepared as any to be successful leaders in our communities.” January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 28 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com
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MOMS CLUB OF SHORT WINTER WESTERN JOKE BROOKHAVEN
MOMS Club of Western If you live in an igloo, what's the worst thing about global warming? Brookhaven is part of MOMS Club International and we are No privacy! a non-profit support group for stay-at-home moms and for moms who work part-time. We get together for playgroups, field trips, moms nights out and more. Serving Centereach, Farmingville, Hauppauge, Holbrook, Holtsville, Lake Grove, Lake Ronkonkoma, Nesconset, Port Jefferson, Ronkonkoma, Selden and surrounding areas. We meet the last Thursday of every month. Contact Moms Club Western BrookHaven at [email protected] for more information. REP. ZELDIN SUPPORTS LEGISLATION TO LOWER DRUG PRICES Today, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1) issued the The Lower Costs, More Cures Act: following statement after cosponsoring the Lower Costs, More Cures Act (H.R. 19): • Lowers the cost of prescription drugs by promoting “The rising cost of prescription drugs has dealt a more low-cost options for patients and curbing the crushing blow to the wallets of everyday Americans gaming of the system by drug companies, all while and put a great strain on the government supported encouraging innovation of groundbreaking new programs some of our country’s most vulnerable cures; populations - our seniors, children, disabled and • For the first time ever, places a cap on seniors’ impoverished communities - rely on. The American out-of-pocket drug costs and allows seniors to people demand bipartisan, commonsense action to manage their annual out-of-pocket spending; lower the cost of prescription drugs, and I’m proud to • Makes insulin more affordable; support this legislation that would deliver for them • Increases transparency and removes uncertainty at and their families. The legislation packaged in the the pharmacy counter; Lower Costs, More Cures Act is comprehensive and • Cuts the cost of drug administration, including widely bipartisan, full of real solutions rather than cancer treatment for Medicare beneficiaries by as partisan politics. I urge House Democratic leadership much as half; to bring this legislation, which would undoubtedly • Stops subsidizing other developing countries’ pass with wide bipartisan support, to a vote health care through stronger trade agreements with immediately.” real enforcement mechanisms. January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 30 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com
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MARINE IS ON A MISSION TO LIVE BY MOTTO, GET HIS PUP OUT OF AFGHANISTAN THE GUARDIANS OF RESCUE IS HELPING A MARINE BRING HOME A DOG HE RESCUED STUCK IN RAZOR WIRE The Marines live by the motto of never leaving anyone to their camp each day, feeling safe around the unit behind. For some that includes a dog they have and seeking food and water. Some of the other men rescued during deployment, and have bonded with. had even seen the dog being abused out on the The loyalty from Captain Dave and his unit and the dog streets. Soon, Sox began staying by their side all of the that they rescued goes both ways, and now his wish is time, even tagging along on some of their missions. On to bring her back home to the United States with him a recent patrol, Sox ventured too far away from the unit when he returns soon. Guardians of Rescue have and was whipped with a stick by a local. It was at that helped other military members pull off this same time that Captain Dave knew he could never leave her mission, and they are seeking public donations to help behind to fend for herself. pull it off again. “The bond I have with Sox is something I didn’t "Captain Dave’s loyalty to Sox is like no other, and he expect, but I just can’t leave her behind,” says Captain believes in the idea of not leaving her behind,” explains Dave. “If I don’t bring her home with me I am afraid I’ll Robert Misseri, president of Guardians of Rescue, an always regret it and wonder about what happened to animal rescue organization. “We know that we can her. I appreciate any assistance people can give in help bring Sox back to America to live out her life with helping me to bring her home with me.” him, but we need the public’s support, because it’s Relocating a dog from the Middle East to America costly to do. We are grateful to be working with can be done, but it comes at a high cost. Along with Nowzad shelter in Kabul, because without paying fees to allow the dog to leave, there is medical their assistance this pup would not have a chance of care, airfare, and other relocation expenses involved. coming to America.” Those would like to give a donation to help bring Sox Captain Dave is stationed in a remote area in home with Captain Dave can log online: . Afghanistan. He is scheduled to come back home to Guardians of Rescue provides assistance to animas the United States in early 2020. He can’t imagine out on the streets and investigates animal cruelty leaving Sox behind because he loves her. He first saw cases. They are located in New York and they help Sox when she was a puppy, finding her caught in animals in many places around the country. They are concertina wire in their camp. He freed her, gave her also instrumental in helping military members with food and water, and sent her on her way. However, Sox their pets. To learn more, get involved, or to make a had different plans. donation to support the Guardians of Rescue, log onto In the days that followed, Sox started coming back www.guardiansofrescue.org.
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AFTERNOON MOVIES The Connetquot Public Library will host an afternoon movie on Thursday, January 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30th at LONG ISLAND CARES MOBILE FOOD PANTRY 2:00pm. For movie title and additional information, please call the library at 631-567-5079, visit our Long Island Cares will have a mobile food pantry van on site for a three-day food distribution at the Facebook page, or our website at . No registration required. Connetquot Public Library on Monday, January 13 from 1:00-2:00pm. No identification or registration required. While supplies last. Additional dates include Mondays, February 10 and March 9. GONE: THE DISAPPEARANCE OF LOUISE PIETREWICZ What happened to Louise Pietrewicz, a 38-year-old mother from Cutchogue who vanished after leaving her VETERAN COMMUNITY RESOURCE TABLE parents’ home in Sagaponack in October 1966? Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Thursday, Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Monday, January 13 from 3:00-5:00pm for a monthly resource January 2 from 6:45 – 8:30pm to learn about the disappearance that was ignored by the media. Fifty years table to learn about programs and services available for veterans and their families. Hosted by Joseph P. later, journalists Steve Wick and Grant Parpan, with colleague Krysten Massa, investigated. The result is the Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project and Services for the UnderServed. No registration required. award-winning documentary Gone, heralded nationally as “a triumph of community journalism.” Wick and Additional dates include Mondays, February 10 and March 9. Grant will be on-hand for a question and answer session following the screening. No registration required. COMPOSTING HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE NAVIGATOR Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Monday, January 13 from 7:00-8:30pm as presenter Joy Doherty Open enrollment for NY’s healthcare marketplace ends on January 31. Come to the Connetquot Public shares what she has learned from volunteering in community composting sites in the five boroughs. The Library to meet with a navigator who will guide you through health plan options and help you apply for organic material that is usually trucked away to a landfill can be transformed into compost that can be used assistance. Navigators provided by the Health & Welfare Council of Long Island will be available beginning locally to address climate change, soil health, and nutrition in the food web. Come share in this vision of on Friday, January 3 from 9:00am – 5:00pm. Additional dates include Fridays, January 10 and 31. environmental stewardship and let’s see if we can get something started. No registration required. Appointments are encouraged. Please call 516-505-4426. FACEBOOK SAFETY AND PRIVACY Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Tuesday, January 14 from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Learn how to configure CAREGIVER CONVERSATION GROUP your settings to protect your privacy on Facebook. No registration required. Are you caring for a loved one? Join us at the Connetquot Public Library on Friday, January 3 from 10:30am – 12:00pm for this informal conversation group. Come and share your experiences, meet others in similar situations, and receive encouragement and support. No registration required. Additional sessions will take KIDS’ CHOICE MOVIE NIGHTS place on Fridays, February 7 and March 6. Join us at the Connetquot Public Library on Tuesday, January 14 at 6:00pm for a movie. Visit Children’s Services to vote on which movie will be shown. All titles will be rated G or PG, with the winner announced on our website and social media a week before. Bring your whole family. Parents/caregivers must attend BROADWAY BALLADS AND SHOWSTOPPERS with children 10 years or younger. No registration required. Additional dates include Tuesdays, February 11 and March 10. The Connetquot Public Library welcomes back presenter Richard Knox on Friday, January 3 from 1:30 – 3:00pm. By means of video clips, including a number of rare original cast performances, we will revisit outstanding performances that continue to enthrall audiences world-wide. No registration required. CONNETQUOT COMMUNITY WRITERS’ GROUP Additional dates include Fridays January 17, February 14, 28 and March 13. Calling all writers! Join in this community-based, peer-led writing group where you will discuss various writing
SCRABBLE CLUB topics, practice your writing skills, and share your ideas, suggestions, critiques, and samples with other Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Saturday, January 4 from 2:30-4:30pm to join your fellow Scrabble writers in the community. As a group, you will create writing prompts and assignments, read your work aloud lovers for an afternoon of friendly play. The library will provide boards or you may bring your own. Players in class, and give tips and suggestions to others in a safe, relaxed environment. No registration required. The of all ages welcome. No registration required. sessions will we held on Wednesday’s January 15, 29, February 12, 26, & March 11, 6:30 – 8:30 pm.
WING NUTS WIDOWHOOD:WHO AM I? DISCUSSION GROUP Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Sunday, January 5 from 2:00 – 3:30pm to hear this rock quartet The death of a partner brings significant emotional challenges and changes in daily life. Join this of spontaneous raw talent. They will perform a large repertoire of the songs of the Beatles, Creedence conversation at the Connetquot Public Library on Thursday, January 16 from 2:00-3:30pm to share Clearwater Revival, The Who, Eagles, and Van Morrison. No registration required. Limit of 250. experiences on your journey to healing and growth. No registration required. An additional session will take place on Thursday, February 20. HOT TOPICS Join in a discussion of major topics in today’s news and current events at the Connetquot Public Library on COMMUNITY WELLNESS DAY Monday, January 6 from 2:30-4:00pm. Additional dates include, Mondays, February 3 and March 2. No Want to learn more about improving your mind, body, and spirit? Come to the Connetquot Public Library registration required. on Saturday, January 18th from 12:30 – 3:30pm for the 3rd Annual Connetquot Central School District Community Wellness Day. Explore community resources, attend health presentations, participate in LET’S TALK SPORTS children’s yoga and exercise classes, all while educating yourself in whole body wellness. This is a family It’s a new year and hope springs eternal in the hearts of all sports fans. Join us at the Connetquot Public event. No registration required.
Library on Monday, January 6 from 7:00 – 8:30pm as we dissect the road to the Super Bowl, Major League Baseball’s hot stove, Rangers, Islanders, Devils, Knicks, and Nets. It’s all on the table and we’ll leave no JERSEY CHIX stone unturned. Your thoughts and opinions count, so come share them. Chris Pollak moderates the The Connetquot Public Library welcomes dynamos Mary Tomaselli and Susan Hall on Sunday, January 19 discussion. No registration required. Additional dates include Mondays, January 27 and March 2. from 2:00-3:30pm. This duo loves the spotlight, especially when they’re in it together. These best friends cover everything from Broadway to Motown to jazz. Come enjoy their undeniable chemistry and stylish harmonizing. No registration required. Limit of 250. CRAVEN IMAGES: CELEBRITY CULTURE IN AMERICAN LIFE Why do we endow so much importance to actors, musicians, singers, and sports figures? What does the ANCIENT WISDOM veneration of celebrities reveal about our own values? Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Tuesday, The Connetquot Public Library welcomes back astrologer Lelonni Campbell on Wednesday, January 22 from January 7 from 7:00-8:30pm as Philip Y. Nicholson, PhD. reflects on ways in which celebrity culture helps us 1:30-3:00pm. She will draw upon ancient philosophies and interpret them for our modern world so you can to understand our national culture. No registration required. use them to deepen your insights into universal influences affecting everyday life. No registration required. An additional session will take place on Wednesday, February 26. TANAKU LODGE: WHERE EVERYTHING IS BIGGER Chris Paparo of Fish Guy Photos returns to the Connetquot Public Library on Wednesday, January 8 from 7:00-8:30pm to discuss his multiple adventures to Tanaku Lodge, located in Elfin Cove, Alaska. Hear tales FORTY WINKS HERBAL SLEEP PILLOW AND HOW TO SURVIVE A of fishing for giant halibut, rockfish, and salmon while surrounded by awe-inspiring scenery and "Nat Geo" BRAZILIAN BETRAYAL wildlife encounters. No registration required. Join this mother/daughter Grounded Goodwife duo for herbal enlightenment and more on Wednesday, January 22 from 6:30-8:30pm. Create your own hands-on (no sewing required) customized herbal sleep APPLE IOS USER GROUP pillow. This same team, Velya Jancz-Urban and Ehris Urban, have coauthored a memoir How to Survive a Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Thursday, January 9 from 11:00am – 12:00pm to Brazilian Betrayal: A Mother-Daughter Memoir. Come hear their story. No registration required. get update information, tips, and tricks on all things Apple iOS for your iPhone and/or iPad. Share your favorite apps and shortcuts with other group members. Bring your questions and we will answer them! No PRESCHOOL FAIR registration required. Additional classes will take place on Saturdays, February 8 and March 7 from 2:00-3:00pm. Do you have a young child who will be attending preschool soon? Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Saturday, January 25 from 10:00am – 12:00pm and learn about preschools in the area. Representatives will be available to answer questions and share information about their philosophies and curriculum. No LONG ISLAND IN THE MOVIES registration required. Hollywood moguls have had a long love affair with LI mansions. Who can forget Audrey Hepburn dancing in the glassed-in tennis court in the 1953 film Sabrina? Come to the Connetquot Public Library on Friday, January 10 from 1:30 – 3:00pm and go behind the scenes with location film scout, author, and LI personality SUGAR N’ SPICE SOUL Monica Randall as she shares her experience working with such icons as Jack Nicholson, Warren Beatty, This spirited band visits the Connetquot Public Library on Sunday, January 26 from 2:00 – 3:30pm to play hits Robert Redford, Mia Farrow, and Martin Scorsese. No registration required. The library is located at 760 from Motown to soul to disco. Sugar n’ Spice Soul performs the music you know and love and the music Ocean Avenue, Bohemia. For additional information, please call the library at 631-567-5079 or visit our that will bring you to your feet. No registration required. Limit of 250. website at . VINYL LISTENING NIGHTS ESL FOR BEGINNERS Calling all vinyl lovers! Bring your favorite records to the Connetquot Public Library on Friday, January 10 The Connetquot Public Library will be holding an ESL for Beginners class beginning on Tuesday, January 28 from 6:30 – 7:30pm to share with other vinyl enthusiasts. Or just join us to listen. A turntable will be from 10:00 – 11:30am. These classes will help students improve their vocabulary and conversational skills. provided. No registration required. Additional dates include Fridays, February 14 and March 13. The library Additional classes will be held on Tuesdays, February 4, 11, and 18. There is a limit of 12. No registration is located at 760 Ocean Avenue, Bohemia. For further information, please call the library at 631-567-5079 required. or visit our website at . 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING COURSE FAMILY MOVIES Are you 16, have your learner’s permit and didn’t get into Driver’s Education? Are you getting ready to take Please join us at the Connetquot Public Library on Saturday, January 11 at 2:00pm for a Family Movie. your road test? The Connetquot Public Library will hold a 5-Hour Pre Licensing Course on Saturday, Parents/caregivers must attend with children 10 years or younger. No registration required. February 15 from 10:00am – 3:00pm required by the Department of Motor Vehicles about driving techniques and highway safety. You will receive a pre-licensing course certificate. You must bring your learner’s permit RECLAIM THE RECORDS AND GENEALOGY to class that is for district residents only. You may register in person or online beginning Tuesday, January Alec Ferretti returns to the Connetquot Public Library on Saturday, January 11 from 2:00-3:30pm to discuss 7 at 9:00am. Fee: $20.00. No refunds are possible. Limit of 36. the accomplishments of Reclaim the Records, a nonprofit that seeks to restore public access to genealogical documents. RTR has succeeded in obtaining and publishing, for free, decades of vital records indexes from New York City, New York State, and New Jersey and is currently working on projects across CPR/CHOKING & AED WORKSHOP the country. He will also explain the many ways to access these newly available collections. No registration Quick response in time of crisis could save a life. The Connetquot Public Library will be holding this required. three-hour training course on Saturday, February 29 from 9:30 am - 12:30pm, a course that could make all the difference. Upon completion, you will receive a two-year, nationally recognized certification card in HAMBONES emergency care for infants, children, and adults which will be sent to you by the American Safety and Health The Connetquot Public Library celebrates the return of Hambones on Sunday, January 12 from 2:00-3:30pm. Institute. For ages 15 and older. An email must be provided in order to receive the certification card. Limit With over 140 years of combined musical experience, this band will play a lively mix of pop, blues, country, of 25. Must have a minimum of 16 members for the class to take place. Fee: $10.00. District residents may and rockabilly from the classic American Songbook. No registration required. Limit of 250. register in person or online beginning Thursday, January 7 at 9:00am. THE LIBRARY IS LOCATED AT 760 OCEAN AVENUE, BOHEMIA. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE LIBRARY AT 631-567-5079 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.CONNETQUOTLIBRARY.ORG. January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 36 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com
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COUNSELING Sachem Community Youth Services offers free, short term, formal counseling to youth and their families residing in the Brookhaven portion of Sachem School District. Counseling is being provided by a social worker. Please call 585-1811 to make an appointment.
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BOSTI FIFTH GRADER WINS SCHOLASTIC WRITING CONTEST
Edward J. Bosti Elementary School fifth grader Brooke Bartell has been named a winner of the Storyworks “Goose Content” sponsored by Scholastic. Brooke entered the 2019 contest by responding to the question of what she thought would happen in the read-aloud play/fable “The Goose that Laid the Golden Egg” if the main characters had learned their lesson before destroying the goose. She was challenged to rewrite the last scene of the story, showing what the characters realized and what actions they took instead. “We loved your thoughtful revision of the scene regarding the changes the Boyds made if they had learned their lesson,” said Lauren Tarshis, editor-in-chief, in a letter to Brooke. “You included stage directions, appropriate emotion and realistic dialogue. We especially enjoyed your strong closing Edward J. Bosti Elementary School fifth grader Brooke and positive message.” Bartell has been named a winner of the Storyworks “Goose As a winner, Brooke received a copy of “Where the Content” sponsored by Scholastic. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Mountain Meets the Moon” by Grace Lin. Central School District GROWING A GARDEN OF NUTRITION Duffield Elementary School students are learning the make our courtyard a green grow space where we can importance of proper nutrition and economic grow additional vegetables in the warmer months and sustainability thanks to a tower garden initiative donate to the Duffield Community.” coordinated by Youth and Family Services Coordinator Joanne Pisani, M.S., L.M.H.C. Secured through a donation from CFAC and PPS, the tower garden is currently being utilized in the second grade classes on a rotational basis. Students are working as horticulturists, planting, cultivating and harvesting the bounty from the garden, which includes kale, lettuce and various other produce. Through lessons with Ms. Pisani, the students are learning that eating healthy foods can help to prevent and revers disease and that plant foods are the matrix for cells to grow healthy. Following each harvest, the students are treated to a “salad party” in class where they get to taste test the different items grown and even take some home to share with their families. Prior to this year, the tower garden was used in fifth and third grade. Duffield Elementary School second graders enjoy sampling a “Our long-term goal would be to have in Tower in few of the vegetables grown using the tower garden. Photo every classroom,” said Ms. Pisani. “In addition, we will courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District KARATE PROGRAM SACHEM CYS TUTORING This 8 week program is a beginner karate class for students ages PROGRAM 7-12. Students must register in A free tutoring program is available advance and there is a $40 for students K-12. All sessions take materials fee. This includes the place at the Sachem Public Library. uniform, administration fee and We are also seeking tutor volunteers. other materials. Normal cost would be Choose your own schedule, grade level, close to $180. Sachem CYS offers this program in and subjects. Training and materials are conjunction with LI Family Karate. Classes will take place on Thursdays from 4:15-5:00 pm. Please call provided. Please call 585-1811. Sachem Community Youth Services at 585-1811.
January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 41 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com SHORT WINTER JOKES
Q: Why did Frosty the snowman want a divorce?
A: Because he thought his wife was a flake.
Q: Why do seals swim in salt water? A: Because pepper water makes them sneeze!
Q: Where does a snowman keep its money?
A: In a snow bank!
Q: Where can you find an ocean without any water? A: On a map!
Q: How do Eskimos make their beds? A: With sheets of ice and blankets of snow.
SHORT WINTER JOKES
Q. What did the snowman and his wife put over their baby’s crib? A. A snowmobile!
Q. What do Snowmen call their offspring? A. Chill-dren.
Q: What did the big furry hat say to the warm woolly scarf? A: "You hang around while I go on ahead."
Q: What kind of math do Snowy Owls like? A: Owlgebra.
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SAMOSET STUDENTS GET UNITED STATES MILITARY MEMBER LESSONS ON ELECTRICITY SURPRISES WENONAH STUDENT A recent assembly program for sixth grade students JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at Samoset Middle School in the Sachem Central School District showcased important energy-saving Just in time for the holidays, retired Navy skills and lessons for minimizing the waste of natural Corpsman HM3 and Marine 1st Lt. Lyndon Jayroop, resources. who currently serves as an intel and security The presentation, “The Resource Force,” by PSEG portfolio manager for the United States Department Long Island and The National Theatre for Children, led of Defense, arrived home from a six-month students on an engaging adventure into conserving deployment in Afghanistan to surprise his daughter, energy during everyday tasks. Additionally, the Julieanna Lawrence-Yaisien-Jagroop, a third grade presentation explored what energy is, the uses of student at Wenonah Elementary School in the Sachem energy and how much energy is wasted. Central School District on Dec. 17. The timely presentation served as a reinforcement to recent curriculum lessons on energy.
Students at Samoset Middle School recently attended a presentation by PSEG Long Island and The National Theatre for Children titled “The Resource Force”. Photos courtesy of the Photos courtesy of the Sachem Central School District Sachem Central School District HIAWATHA STUDENTS TUNE INTO STEAM SOUNDS
The science of sound was on display during a recent activity at Hiawatha Elementary School in the Sachem Central School District as fifth grade students in Tara Sigilo’s class rotated between five stations in the building’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) room. During the expansive lesson on music and sound, students rotated between stations that included activities such as building a harp with straws and rubber bands, determining which surface causes the greatest vibration with a tuning fork and hitting a drum with different drum sticks to see which material would cause the most disruptive vibration. The lesson served as a creative opportunity for students to explore vibration, reverberation and sound Hiawatha Elementary School students recently waves through engaging hands-on design challenges participated in an activity exploring sound. and observation-based tasks. Photos courtesy of the Sachem Central School District
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REASONS TO BE HAPPY YOU’RE
A HOMEOWNER IN 2020
Studies have shown that, in many cases, the largest asset a family owns is the house they live in. Over the last twelve months, that asset has gained substantial value. CoreLogic just released their 2019 3rd Quarter. The report revealed that:
“U.S. homeowners with mortgages (roughly 64% of all properties) have seen their equity increase by a total of nearly $457 billion since the third quarter 2018, an increase of 5.1%, year over year.”
The equity in a property is determined by comparing the current value of the property against the outstanding mortgage debt. As prices rise, the equity in a home increases. The report went on to explain that the average homeowner gain in equity over the last twelve months was $5,300. Since the housing crash in 2008, many homeowners have felt trapped in their current houses, as they didn’t have enough equity to sell. The gains in equity over the past few years may have freed some homeowners who have a desire to move.
BOTTOM LINE
If you’re curious about your home’s equity, let’s get together to do a market analysis on the current value of your house. You may be pleasantly surprised.
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January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 44 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com CONGRESSMAN LEE ZELDIN SPEAKS WITH STUDENTS AT SEQUOYA HIGH SCHOOL Students studying Political Science and Government at Sequoya High School recently hosted Congressman Lee Zeldin for a discussion about national politics. Congressman Zeldin, who represents the First Congressional District of New York in the House of Representatives, spoke for an hour about a variety of topics from advocacy to social media. Sequoya High School is an Eastern Suffolk BOCES school that provides services and support to high school students with special needs. Congressman Zeldin discussed the importance of being educated about local politics, and suggested different ways that high school students can become involved in local government. However, when Zeldin, who has two 13 year-old daughters, asked what to expect when his children start using social media, he became the pupil. The question electrified the students, who provided a range of best practices, from what social media sites to use, to important lessons the Congressman should teach his daughters before letting them create social media accounts of their own. After hearing advice about social media, the conversation was open to questions, which ranged in topics from how to run for government, to domestic policy, and current events.
SHORT WINTER JOKES
Q: What vegetable was forbidden on the ships of Arctic explorers?
A: Leeks!
Q: What do you call a slow skier? A: A slopepoke!
Q: What did the snowman say to the customer?
A: Have an ice day!
Q: Why don’t mountains get cold in the winter? A: They wear snowcaps.
Q: What do women use to stay young looking in the Arctic?
A: Cold cream. January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 45 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com THIS MONTH IN HISTORY - JANUARY 1- Paul Revere was born (1735) 1- The ball was first dropped at Times Square in New York City. (1908) 3- Construction began on the Brooklyn Bridge (1870)
6- Samuel Morse demonstrates the telegraph (1838) 7- Astronomer Galileo Galilei discovers four of Jupiters moons. (1610)
9- The United Nations opens it's headquarters in New York City. 11- American League baseball adopts the "Designated Hitter" rule (1973)
12- Batman debuts on television (1966)
14- The United States of America ratifies a treaty with England ending the Revolutionary war. (1784)
14- The Miami Dolphins defeat the Washington Redskins in Superbowl VII , and become the first undefeated team in NFL history. (1973)
14- The Simpsons debut on television. Will TV ever be the same again!?! (1990)
15- The Pentagon opens (1943) 15- Happy Days premieres on television (1974)
16- Operation Desert Storm begins to oust Saddam Hussein's' Iraqi forces from Kuwait. (1991) 17- The U.S. Supreme court rules that taping on home VCRs does not violate copyright laws. (1984)
20- The Beatles release "Meet the the Beatles", their first album to the U.S., sparking a new "English invasion". (1964)
20- At 69 years, 349 days old, Ronald Reagan becomes the oldest person to become U.S. president. (1981)
21- Edward Jenner introduces the smallpox vaccine, which eventually leads to wiping out this deadly disease.(1799)
22- A historic Supreme Court decision in Roe vs. Wade legalizes abortion. (1973) 24-Beer was first sold in cans. (1935) 27- Tragedy strikes the Apollo space program as a fire in the command module kills astronauts Lt. Col. Virgil “Gus” Grissom, Lt. Col. Edward H. White, and Lt. Cdr. Roger Chafee . (1967)
28- U.S. space shuttle Challenger explodes 72 seconds after liftoff, killing the seven crew members. Among the crew was school teacher Christa McAuliffe. (1986)
29- Baseball's American League is founded (1900)
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ANSWERS
1. Elvis Presley – King of Rock & Roll 2. 1934 3. Dianne Feinstein 4. Hollywood Land 5. Garnet 6. Carnation 7. Octuplets 8. January 1, 2001 9. Chamonix France 10. Clare Barton 11. January 15, 1929 12. April 4, 1968 Memphis Tennessee 13. Ottis Redding 14. Martin Scorsese 15 .Groucho – Chico and Harpo
TEENS EARN MONEY Sachem Community Youth Services has yardwork, babysitting, housecleaning, and other odd jobs for Sachem/Brookhaven Town residents, ages 13-20. For more information please call 585-1811.
ARTS AND CRAFTS PROGRAM Sachem Community Youth Services offers a free Arts and Crafts program for ages 7-12. Fridays 4:15-5:00. Come be creative and have fun! Please call 585-1811 for more details.
SHORT WINTER JOKE JANUARY IS... National Bath Safety Month What sits on the bottom of the cold National Blood Donor Month Arctic Ocean and shakes?
National Braille Literacy Month A nervous wreck. National Hobby Month Hot Tea Month National Oatmeal Month National Soup Month
SHORT WINTER JOKE
What do chefs call "Baked Alaska" in Alaska? "Baked Here”
BABYSITTERS & YARDWORKERS AVAILABLE Sachem Community Youth Services has pre-screened youth looking to be hired to babysit and to do yardwork around your house. For more information, please call 585-1811.
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The Professional Insurance Agents of New York State • Keep your fuel tank at least half full. reminds motorists that driving carefully in winter weather • Make sure you have sufficient windshield washer fluid in will help them arrive at their destinations safely, and keep the reservoir that is rated a minimum of -40°C temperature their car insurance rates down too. Being prepared is smart range. Keep an extra jug in the vehicle. protection for drivers, their loved ones and others on the • Clear snow and ice from all windows, lights, mirrors, and road, especially in the upcoming winter conditions. the roof of your car before getting on the road “Make sure you have adequate coverage, including personal injury protection immediately—before heading out If you are involved in an accident, PIANY says, remember, in the snow this season,” says PIANY President Fred safety comes first. If you or someone in your vehicle is Holender, CLU, CPCU, ChFC, MSFS. “Don’t fall victim to injured, do not get out of the car unless you are in immediate promises of cheap insurance that won’t meet your needs in danger. Call the police or 911. If everyone is alright and your the event of an accident. Your professional, independent cars are in traffic, move them off the street and into a safe insurance agent can review your policy and offer affordable area. It can be tempting to leave the police out of it if the suggestions that will help you recover your losses and damage appears to be minor. However, your insurance protect your assets in the event of an accident. If an company might need an accident report from the police to accident does occur, having a professional agent on your file your claim. Your claim might be delayed if you don’t have side will help make the claim process smooth and less it. stressful.” Once you are sure you have the right coverage for your While you wait for the authorities to arrive, exchange unique circumstances, PIA suggests these safety tips to information with the other driver, such as insurance help keep you safe this winter: information; drivers license number; name; address and • Stay alert, slow down, and stay in control—three key phone numbers. If there are witnesses to the accident, get elements of safe winter driving. their information with their phone numbers. If possible, write • Drive according to highway and weather conditions. down as many details as you can about the accident while • Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front it’s still fresh in your mind. Contact your insurance agent as of you. soon as possible to report the accident and have the claim • Make sure your vehicle is mechanically ready for the rigors process started. Take photos of the damage to all the of winter with a maintenance check. vehicles involved as soon as possible. This will come in • Have your tires checked before winter begins. Remember handy should the other driver try to claim more damage than to check tire air pressure frequently, as it decreases in cold the accident actually caused. weather. January 2020 To Advertise Call 631-224-9500 54 Say You Saw It In “Our Place” Ronkonkoma Visit our new web site at www.OurPlaceNews.com
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