TWENTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL YOUNG POETS CONTEST

Walt Whitman Birthplace Association presents the 27th Annual Young Poets Contest. The theme of the contest is Song of the Open Road. Students in grades 3-12 are eligible. Entries must be postmarked by March 15, 2013. All awards presented by a renowned poet. The awards ceremony celebrating Walt's 194th Birthday will be on Sunday, June 2, 2013, noon-3:00 p.m. at Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site. For more information call 631-427-5240 ext. 113.

SNEAKER RECYCLING DRIVE

Bring any brand of used sneaker to the Keep Islip Clean office, 660 Main Street, Islip, from January 1-31, 2013. Sneakers will be shipped to Nike, recycled into running tracks and donated to disadvantaged schools. For additional information, call 631-224-2627; or email keepislipclean@optonline.net

PRONTO of Long Island Greeting

During this Holiday Season our thoughts reflect on the wonderful individuals who have made an impactful difference as family, community, volunteer and contributor. Your generous spirit has truly made our progress at Pronto of Long Island possible. The Pronto of Long Island family sincerely thanks you and wishes you blessings and prosperity during this Holiday Season

COMMUNITY MENORAH LIGHTING

December 11th – Community Menorah Lighting – 6:00pm – Sinai Reform Temple, Bay Shore Join the community as the Sinai Reform Temple celebrates Chanukah by lighting the first candle on the menorah. Latkas and refreshments to follow. For more information, please call (631) 665-5755

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Tree & Menorah Lighting

Nutcracker Performance to Benefit Keep Islip Clean

Two Performances: Saturday, December 8 at 3:00 p.m. and again at 7:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit your Keep Islip Clean (KIC) Program The Nutcracker Performed by Ballet Long Island This holiday season, you and your family deserve something special – a wondrous experience that evokes joy & elevates your spirit to new heights. Whether continuing a valued tradition or discovering the magic of this beloved holiday classic for the first time - Ballet Long Island’s professional dancers and charming students in The Nutcracker are sure to leave you with a sense of warmth and treasured memories that will last a lifetime. Tickets - Priority Seating First 5 Rows Center - $78 Side Rows A - N and Center Rows G - N $39 Rows O - T - $25 Backstage Tour - $5 per person Group rates and Backstage Tour are available call for more information.Location : Town Hall West, 401 Main Street,Islip Contact : (631) 737-1964

Town of Islip Holiday Fair

Saturday, December 01, 2012, 10:00am - 04:30pm More than 60 craft vendors will be displaying their handcrafted items at the Town of Islip Holiday Fair and are sure to please everyone on your shopping list. The Holiday Fair is open free to the public. Refreshments also are available for purchase. Later in the day, be sure to see Santa arrive in Islip at the “Santa Comes to Town” parade. The Parade kicks off at 2:00PM at Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish Lane in East Islip. Then travels down Main Street (Montauk Highway) in Islip to the reviewing stand at Town Hall West. The parade is co-sponsored by the Islip Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Islip. After the Parade, Santa will be available to sit with the children and hear all of their wishes for the upcoming Holiday! There will be an opportunity for parents to take their own photos of their children with Santa free of charge.

The 18th Gary Mintz Memorial Pancake Run for the benefit of the Brentwood High School Scholarship fund

5K Competitive Run & 1.5K Fun Run/Walk. Gary Mintz was the Principal of Brentwood High School from 1989 until his sudden death in 1995. Together with Mr. O'Brien, his successor, he had developed the idea of having a community 5k race on the morning of the scholarship pancake breakfast in December. Please view our website for more information and directions www.brentwood.k12.ny.us click on district events Gary Mintz Pancake Run

ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING AT ROSS PARK

BRENTWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING & TOY DRIVE AT ROSS PARK, NOVEMBER 30TH 6:00 PM, BRENTWOOD ROAD

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting at the Brentwood Public Library, WEDNESDAY, November 14, 2012 7:00 p.m.On behalf of our Board of Directors, we cordially invite you to attend our Annual Meeting, members will vote for the new 2013 Board of Directors.We are also hosting a membership rally, We encourage you to join the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce and become an active part in our business community. ELECTIONS FOR THE 2013 OFFICERS The Nominating Committee Selection: President: Eric Horn 1st Vice President: Monica Murphy 2nd Vice President: Mike Grant Treasurer: Bruce Fabrizio Secretary: Daniel Albizu Corresp. Sec: Jose Avila Sgt. At Arms: John Collado Director: Amalia Romero

SENIOR BOO BINGO BASH

October 30th – Boo Bingo Bash – 10:45am – Caesar Trunzo Senior Center, Brentwood The Caesar Trunzo Senior Center will be hosting a bingo party in celebration of Halloween. A delicious lunch will be served and prizes will be given out to the best male, female, and couple costumes! Fee: Resident - $10.00, Non-Resident - $13.50 per person. For more information, please contact (631) 436-6072.

Halloween Costume Drive

• Let’s make sure every child enjoys a fun and safe Halloween. • The deadline for donations is Friday, October 19th, 2012. • With your help, every child can have a Halloween Costume. • We are collecting new and used (in good condition) Halloween costumes and decorations in the marked box located in: Suffolk County Legislator Rick Montano’s District Office, Courthouse Corporate Center, 320 Carleton Avenue, Suite 4300 Central Islip, New York 11722. All costumes will be distributed to children in homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters and through local parish outreaches and other community programs.For further information, additional drop-off locations or to request a “Halloween Costume Drive” collection box, please visit www.longislandforkids.com and follow the links. Thank you.

MEET THE CANDIDATES

Join Us For Meet The Candidates Luncheon Meeting Wednesday October 24th 12:30 – 2:00 PM. We have invited the candidates for NYS Senate District 3: Frank Genco & Lee Zelden NYS Senate District 4: Phil Boyle & Ricardo Montano NYS Assembly District 6: Phil Ramos & Manny Troche. The Candidates will have 5-7 Minutes to tell us their Plans for Brentwood and surrounded areas. Bella Verde Heartland Industrial Park - 600 Long Island Ave. Brentwood NY 11717. Buffet Lunch: $15.00 Members Non-Members $20.00. Please RSVP info@brentwoodchamberny.org RSVP

BRENTWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

COLUMBIETTES ANNUAL GARAGE SALE/FLEA MARKET

St. Anne's Knights of Columbus, Columbiettes will be having their annual Garage Sale/Flea Market on Saturday, October 20, 2012. Setup begins at 8:00am and sale is from 9:00am-4:00pm. If you would like to rent a space, donate new or used items, or need more information please contact Jeanne Dorrian at 631-273-4863. The cost for vendors spaces is $25.00.

COMMUNITY DAY IS BACK....

BIGGER & BETTER THAN EVER... Including 100's of yard sale items.!! Saturday, October 20, 2012, 128 Pine Aire Drive, Bay Shore

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

The Brentwood Historical Society has undertaken to restore the Modern Times school house that's been sitting (sadly) on the Administration Bldg. grounds for many years. We're going to need a lot of money for this restoration and we can't count completely on our government for grants. If you're one of those people who've said "I wish somebody would do something about that!", here's your chance to help. Please visit our website, www.brentwoodhis.org, and use the Donate button, or send a tax-deductible donation to Brentwood Historical Society, 34 Second Ave., Brentwood, NY 11717. Please share this with everyone you can. Let's show the world our Brentwood spirit! Thank you!

Fall Festival at Sagtikos Manor

Hands-on Children's Crafts, Old-Fashioned Games & Prizes, Petting Zoo, Historic Presentations & Demonstrations, Music , Dancing and more.... $7.00 Per Person, Ages 3 and under-FREE. For more information: 631.854.0939 or www.sagtikosmanor.com

TOWN OF ISLIP FREE SHOT CLINIC

FREE Rabies Vaccination Clinic Saturday, September 29, 2012, 9:00am - 3:00pm * For dogs, cats & ferrets older than 4 months of age. * Please leash all dogs, muzzle aggressive dogs & contain cats & ferrets in carriers. * $10 donation would be greatly appreciated, but is not required. * Micro-chipping will be available for a fee of $25. Meet us on the front lawn, rain or shine. Click HERE for directions. Location : Islip Town Hall, 655 Main Street Contact : (631) 224-5660

TOWN HALL MEETING

Town Hall Meeting September 27, 2012 at 7 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room of the Anthony F. Felicio Building 52 Third Avenue, Brentwood. Come let your opinions be heard and let us work together to improve Brentwood Schools. BRENTWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION Helen Moss, President Ana Martinez, 1st Vice President Michael Jahkhah, 2nd Vice President Keith Allison, Trustee Gail Kirkham, Trustee Lorraine A. Pace, Trustee George M. Talley, Trustee

BRENTWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SMALL BUSINESS FORUM

You are invited to attend a SMALL BUSINESS FORUM Brought to you by the Internal Revenue Service – Stakeholder Liaison, Brentwood Chamber of Commerce – BCC, Colombian American Chamber of Commerce of Long Island - CACCLI Wednesday SEPTEMBER 19, 2012 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Brentwood Library Auditorium 34 2nd Ave Brentwood, NY 11717 There will be a panel discussion with Stakeholder Liaison’s Nilka Enck & Brenda Stuart - Luke, New York State, Mwisa Chisunka - Small Business Administration, Barbara Whiting, and the Department of Labor Topic discussions: • Employee Vs. Independent Contractor • Undocumented worker rights and Filing requirement • Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) • Accepting Agents • Tax Gap • Small Business Administration Assistance RSVP & Information Contact – Stakeholder Liaison Nilka Enck – (212) – 436- 1638 Bruce Fabrizio, CPA – (631) 231 – 0131 or Raquel Hickey, EA, CMA – (516) 998 - 7410 Visite our website www.brentwoodchamber.org for more details

BRENTWOOD CULTURAL STREET FESTIVAL

HERE COMES THE ANNUAL BRENTWOOD CULTURAL STREET FESTIVAL.

After playing a key role in saving the annual Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade this past Summer, Teatro Experimental Yerbabruja is finalizing its production of this year's annual Brentwood Cultural Street Festival, a free-admission, rain or shine extravaganza, to be held on Sunday September 30 fro 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on Suffolk Avenue beginning at the Brentwood Road/Washington Avenue intersection and extending westward for 3 blocks. In addition to exciting children's activities and tented art exhibits displaying works by some of our area's finest painters and other visual artists, the Festival will feature a steady stream of world-class, culturally diverse performing artists, including - TRACY HAMILTON DRUM CIRCLE for adults & children; bring your own drums/other percussion instruments such as tambourines, bells, rattles etc. (11:30-12:15) - Peruvian dance ensemble PERU ANDINO, featuring live musicians as well as dancers. (12:20-1:00) - Haitian ensemble BONGA & THE VODOU DRUMS OF HAITI. (1:10-2:00) - Salsa orchestra NAPOLEAN REVELS-BEY RHYTHM KINGS. (2:10-3:00) - Puerto Rican Bomba & Plena ensemble LOS PLENEROS DE LA 21. (3:10-4:00) - Colombian jazz great EDMAR CASTANEDA QUARTET. (4:10-5:00) - Sensational BEATLES tribute band THE LIVERPOOL SHUFFLE. (5:10-6:00) This event would not be possible without thr help of our friends and supporters, including substantial funding by the Suffolk County Legislature and County Executive's Office. This event is a SIGNATURE SERIES EVENT of the Long Island Arts Alliance's ARTS ALIVE LI FESTIVAL. Teatro Experimental Yerbabruja is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3)-certified organization whose primary mission is to use the arts in its numerous programs as a means of achieving constructive social change in Long Island's diverse communities. Part of that mission is to hold free-admission cultural events at which diverse audiences come together to see and hear culturally diverse artists.

ADELANTE'S FREE SAT PREPARATION CLASSES

As part of Adelante's College preparation youth program, we will be providing FREE of charge SAT preparation classes. Students and parents can call us at 631-234-1049 ext 22 to register.

PATRIOTS DAY

September 11th - 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony - 4:30pm-5:30pm - Memorial Park, 655 Main St, Islip In honor of Patriot Day, the town will be hosting a ceremony to recognize those who were directly impacted by the tragedy that took place on September 11, 2001. Supervisor Croci will be making a speech, the Elected Officials will be making a presentation, and our surrounding Fire Departments will be present. Please come show your respect by joining us. For more information, please contact (631) 224-5380

LIBRARIANS ON THE RUN!

Brentwood Public Library Youth Services Librarians, Tara Kohles, Maggie Mazzolla, Kristin Brewi, Tracy Van Dyne and Myrna Velez, participated in the 5K Cookie Run sponsored by the Rotary Club of Brentwood on August 16. Their next race is the Smith Point Bridge 5K Run on Saturday, September 8 to show their support for the Community Library's Family Literacy Project and William Floyd High School Scholarship Fund. Tara Kohles, Maggie Mazzolla, and Kristen Brewi will be participating in this race.

POWER UP COMMUNITIES

Power Up Communities is a new non-profit green energy program brought to you by NYSERDA and the Long Island Progressive Coalition. Power Up Communities values the four “C’s” of energy efficiency:  Cost Savings: Power Up staff help you take advantage of this innovative home energy efficiency program that improves the performance of your home. These improvements will cut the cost of your home energy bill! The first step is as simple as signing up for a Free Home Energy Assessment.  Comfort: These improvements eliminate cold rooms and drafts allowing you to spend family time in rooms full of comfort and without drafts.  Careers: Our participating contractors will exclusively hire local residents to insulate and repair your home, while paying good wages with benefits.  Community: Now you have the power to raise thousands of dollars for your church, synagogue, PTA, Little League or other community organizations by referring Power Up to your neighbors and friends. Participating contractors have agreed to give $300 for every successful referral that leads to a home energy improvement. A $100 will be given to the individual who made the referral and $200 will be donated to their community based organization or religious institution of choice. If they prefer, all $300 can be donated! All of these benefits for you and the environment, without paying a dollar out of pocket! To Join the Power Up Movement Visit: www.PowerUpCommunities.com Or Call the Long Island Progressive Coalition 516-541-1006 ext. 14 or e-mail marriele@powerupcommunities.org

The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce 7th Annual Gala

Thursday, September 27, 2012 from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Honoring Distinguished Members of the Year Anthony Quintal-Brightwaters Farms Angela Lopez-People’s United Bank September 27th, 2012 – 7:00 pm Watermill Inn, 711 Smithtown Bypass, Smithtown, New York 11787 The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce is offering you and your business an opportunity to increase your visibility Sponsorships Available – Journal Ads We anticipate the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Gala 2012 to be well attended by our own Chamber members, plus business and organization representatives from throughout the area. For more information call (631) 231-0131 Visite our website www.brentwoodchamber.org

LONG ISLAND BLOOD SERVICES BLOOD DRIVE

Brentwood Public Library Community Blood Drive 2 FREE METS TICKETS WITH EACH DONATION.Tuesday, August 28, 2012, 1:45P.M.-7:45P.M.

WEEKEND OF ART

August 17 & 18, from 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m., watch artists paint Plein Aire-in the "open air"-on the grounds of Sagtikos manor, Montauk Highway.On August 19, from 11:00a.m.-4:00p.m., view fine art created in various mediums by local artists at the Third Annual Art show on the Great Lawn.For details, call 631-854-0939:or visit www.sagtikosmanor.com

Town of Islip Job Search Boot Camp

Job Search Boot Camp, Town Hall Board Room, 655 Main Street, Islip. Wednesdays, Sept. 12, 19, 26, from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Learn how to attain employment via networking in classes taught by Executive Consultants of New York. call (631)224-5512 to reserve your spot today! Space is limited.

FAMILY SERVICE LEAGUE

ARE YOU DROWNING IN CREDIT CARD DEBT? Issues to be discussed at this FREE WORKSHOP will include Credit Card Consolidation, Debt Settlement, Bankruptcy and Crisis Budgeting, Wednesday, August 8th at 7 p.m. Family Service League 1444 Fifth Avenue, Bay Shore NY To register call Pilar Moya-Mancera (631)427-3700 X264 or email pmoyamancera@fsl-li.org . Learn how to prioritize expenses in times of crisis . What to do when debt collectors cross the line . How to prevent wage garnishments . How to prevent credit card lawsuits Family Service League is a not-for-profit Human Service Agency This program has been made possible by funding from Bank of America and Capital One Bank

30th ANNUAL BRENTWOOD ROTARY COOKIE RUN

30th Brentwood Rotary 5K Cookie Run MONDAY AUGUST 13th, 2012 At 7:00 pm. Fun Run Starts At 6:30 5K RACE • 5K RACEWALK • KIDS FUN RUN Location: NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, ARLINGTON ROAD, BRENTWOOD, NY Entry Fees: $20.00 IF POSTMARKED BY 8/8//2012 $25.00 DAY OF RACE $4.00 KIDS FUN RUN Check in time is 5:30-6:30 pm, day of race. This race is part of Grand Prix Series. Register at Active.com. Download Application form below or call Racemaster Jay Satenstein at (631) 273-7000 or email COOKIERUN@OPTONLINE.NET, Applications may be sent to Brentwood Rotary, 55 Wicks Road, Brentwood, NY 11717. Have a fun summer and we hope to see you at the 5K Run.

HEALTH FAIR 2012

Tzu Chi International Medical Association in collboration with the Association of Philippine Physicians of New York and the Suffolk County Asian American and Hispanic Advisory Boards Present: Health Fair 2012. Free medical & dental screening offered. Sunday, August 12, 2012, from 10:00am-2:00pm at St. Anne's R.C.Church, 88 Second Avenue, Brentwood. For more information please call: Connie Sohm at (631) 853-4738 or visit Suffolk County Office of Minority Affairs at www.scaaab.org.

LEGISLATOR MONTANO IS COLLECTING SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR NEEDY CHILDREN DONATIONS ARE NEEDED

Supplies to Benefit Disadvantaged Children Across Suffolk County A group of local volunteers have organized a day full of fun, adventures, and learning for approximately 500 hundred needy children from across Suffolk County. The 6th Annual Back Pack Pirates Summer Fest will be held Wednesday, August 15, 2012 on Fire Island. Hundreds of backpacks have been ordered. Now donations of school supplies are needed to fill them up. Invitations to the Back Pack Pirates event will be distributed to needy children ages 5 to 18 at homeless and domestic violence shelters, local parish outreaches, and to families at Department of Labor sites across Suffolk County. “This will be a fun as well as an educational-enjoyable event for the kids. In the end they will walk away with a backpack filled with supplies they will need for the next school year. I encourage everyone to contribute.” Montano said. The deadline for donations is Friday, August 8, 2012. Legislator Montano’s office, located at Courthouse Corporate Center, 320 Carleton Avenue, Suite 4300 in Central Islip, is accepting donations. L

Welcoming Circles

CONCERT SERIES

Bayard Cutting Arboretum Sundays at 2 PM during August Sponsored by the Islip Arts Council with support from Astoria Federal Savings. Natural Heritage Trust, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. $8.00 Parking Fee during the summer August 5- Janine DiNatale August 12- Shenole Latimer August 19- Jan Wickline & the Amber City Band August 26- Union Jazz Coalition

FREE OUTDOOR LUNCH CONCERT AT DR. KING'S PARK, BAY SHORE

July 24th – Free Concert – Quattraphonium – 7:00pm –Dr. King’s Park, Bay Shore Come enjoy the Saxophone Quartet, Quattraphonium, outdoors at the Park for free. Please bring blankets or chairs and dress accordingly.

Brentwood 46th Puerto Rican Hispanic Day Parade

The parade is in its 46th year and is the largest ethnic parade on Long Island. The parade is held every June, with 70 to 80 local groups marching down Fifth Avenue for the 2 1/2 hour parade. The parade will take place this year on Sunday, July 22. Assemblyman Ramos announced that the theme of this year’s parade is to honor local hispanic community pioneers, including the Adelante Association which has been providing services to Suffolk County residents since 1966.