Raffle Winner

Andrew Ribaudo, Branch Manager of the Suffolk Federal Credit Union in West Babylon was the winner of the Daniel Street Civic Association prize offered at the Lindenhurst Business Expo.

Andrew was shocked because he "never wins anything" and this was the second raffle prize he had won from the evening.

"Good Luck comes in threes" Andrew. I hope you bought a Mega-Millions ticket!

Lindenhurst Business Expo

The 11th Annual Business Expo was conducted by the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce at the Chateau La Mer on February 13, 2008.

Yours truly was there to recruit new members to our local civic associatons. I was also distributing Vial of Life kits.

If you need a Vial of Life kit, just stop by our Real Estate office and pick one up. We were recognized by the Long Island Board of Realtors for the distribution of these kits to the local Seniors. The kit consists of a form that you list all your pertinent medical information on, and a magnet to keep it on the refrigerator. In case of an emergency, the EMTs will know to check your refrigerator for this info, which will expedite your care.

West Gates PARP Program

I shared with Mrs. Maronski's Fourth Grade class Vivian Farrell's book Robert's Tall Friend: A Story of the Fire Island Lighthouse. The author lives in the neighborhood the school serves. I also distributed bookmarks (one is being held up by the student) to the class.

The Parents As Reading Partners program (PARP) invites community members to read to the students in the different classes. This was my third year of reading to a class at the school.

Local Author- Vivian Farrell-Logan

I paid a visit to local Lindenhurst author, Vivian Farrell-Logan to get a copy of her book "Robert's Tall Friend: A Story of the Fire Island Lighthouse" to read to the Fourth graders at West Gates Elementary School. The book is currently Town of Babylon, NY Official Children's Book and Suffolk County, NY Official Book with legislation pending in Albany for the Offficial Book of NY State for grades 3,4,5,6.

Vivian is seen here in her studio in costume with the props for her latest book "Amelia, My Courageous Sister", that was co-authored by Muriel Earhart Morrissey and Carol Osbourne. She is posing as Amelia Earhart's younger sister Muriel who is now 98 years old. She shares glimpses of her life with her sister and explains the mystery of her disappearance.

For more information, or to purchase a copies of her book, or for information about her performances see her website: www.VivianFarrell.com.

Republic Airport Commission Meeting

The next Republic Airport Commission meeting will be held Tuesday, February 12, 2008, at 7 pm. It is held at the Airport on the 2nd floor of the Terminal Bldg. The Breslau Project is on the agenda. This project is located in the Southeast corner of the Airport, where Route 109 meets the Southern State Parkway. It consists of the additon of approximately 7 more hangers, a Fixed Operations Building (terminal), an auto shop, and storage of 80,000 gallons of fuel. Find out firsthand how this will affect you and your enviroment.

Referendum for new Lindenhurst Fire House

Tuesday, March 18, 2008, during the Village Elections, there will be a referendum proposed to build a new Fire House. It will be built behind the Post Office and replace the Fire House on Wellwood Avenue. There will be an informational meeting held 7 pm March 6, at the Lindenhurst Library. You'll want to be there to find out how this impacts your taxes and safety.

Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce Business Expo

Come to the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce Business Expo on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. It is being held at the Chateau La Mer at the foot of Wellwood Avenue overlooking the Great South Bay. It starts at 6:30pm. Meet your local merchants and chamber members. I'll be there representing the Daniel Street Civic Association. For further details check http://lindychamber.rk.net/calendar.asp?event_id=70

Lindenhurst Schools Annual Realtor's Breakfast

The Lindenhurst High School Jazz Band gave the Realtors a real treat when they performed at the Annual Lindenhurst Schools Realtor's Breakfast on February 7. Several representatives of the school district informed the Realtors that sell homes in the community about the many benefits of the district, that they can pass on to their potential buyers.

Pancake Breakfast

Save the date! Sunday, March 3, 2008, 9 am to 12 noon
The Mayor's Beautification Society is having their annual Pancake Breakfast and Chinese Auction at Fireman's Park Pavillion. Tickets are $6 for Adults and $3 per child.
Come out and have a great time while supporting your community.

Country Line Dancing in Lindenhurst

What a great time everyone had at the Country Line Dancing Fundraiser for the Lindenhurst Youth Center Friday night. Everyone got to sample the delicious cuisine of Tom Lorch's wonderful new restaurant in town "The Lantern".

Many local merchants donated prizes to add to the excitement. Elected officials Wayne Horsley, Tom Brennan, and Maryann Weckerle also were there to show their support.