75th Anniversary

Assemblyman Phil Ramos presented a proclamation honoring the library's 75th Anniversary (1937-2012) to Brentwood Public Library Trustees William Menendez and Francis Picart, Board President Mary Reid, Library Director Tom Tarantowicz, Board Vice President Ellen Edelstein, Assistant Director Marcia Pryluck, and Trustee Gail Kirkham on April 26, 2013.

Town of Islip S.T.O.P. DAY

The Town of Islip is hosting the 2013 Spring S.T.O.P. Program on May 4th. S.T.O.P stands for Stop Throwing Out Pollutants. This is an event where residents can bring products such as aerosol cans, E-waste, batteries, propane tanks, and chemicals to be disposed of. Residents must bring their S.T.O.P. day flyer.The event is from 9 am - 2 pm. at the Multi Purpose Recycling Facility, 1155 Lincoln Ave., Holbrook. For the list of what waste will be accepted and all other information, please visit the Town's website or call (631) 595 3630.

FOOD FOR FINES

Brentwood Public Library celebrated National Library Week (April 14-20, 2013) by forgiving fines for the week. By bringing in a non-perishable food item to the circulation desk, fines were waived on overdue books, DVDs, system games or CDs. Over 850 pounds of food was donated to a local food pantry. Thanks for helping your neighbors, yourself, and the library!

Senator Lee Zeldin

Senator Lee Zeldin presented a resolution honoring the library's 75th Anniversary (1937-2012) to Brentwood Public Library Trustees William Menendez and Francis Picart, Board President Mary Reid, Library Director Tom Tarantowicz, Assistant Director Marcia Pryluck, Board Vice President Ellen Edelstein, and Trustee Gail Kirkham on April 26, 2013.

ARBOR DAY FAMILY FESTIVAL

Planting Fields Arboretum Arbor Day Family Festival Saturday & Sunday, April 27th & 28th from 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. (rain or shine) Admission: $20.00 per vehicle; once you enter the park, all activities, exhibits and shows are FREE!

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Business Expo

Find ways to improve your business. Speakers, exhibitors and networking. Brentwood Public Library, Wednesday, April 24, 2013 from 6 :30p.m.-8:30p.m. FREE ADMISSION! For more information email Bruce Fabrizio at brucefabriziocpa@yahoo.com Sponsored by Advanced Payroll Solutions

St. Anne's Columbiettes Garage Sale

St. Anne's Knights of Columbus Columbiettes will have a Garage Sale/Flea Market on Saturday, April 27, 2013. Set-up begins at 8:00a.m. and the sale is from 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m. If you would like to rent a space or donate new or used items please contact Jeanne Dorrian at 631.273.4863. The cost for vendor space is $25.00.

Shrine of St. Anne's Knight's of Columbus

Come one, Come all! Friday, May 10, 2013, doors open at 7:00p.m. Shrine of St. Anne's Knight's of Columbus , 96 Second Avenue, Brentwood, NY. $5.00 Admission includes: 25 Free Tickets, one cup of coffee and cake. For further information contact Jean Dorrian (631) 273-4863.

Community Policing Forum

2013 Spring Street-Sweeping Begins in Islip Town

Islip Town announces that the Town’s Street-Sweeping Program will begin next week. Crews are expected to have reached every street in the Town within four to five weeks, depending on weather. Residents can find out when their specific streets will be scheduled by using the Islip Information Dashboard on the Town website. Just type in your address and click the “Street Sweeping” button. Residents are asked to keep their cars off the roads during the scheduled dates to maximize the effectiveness of street sweeping operations.

Congratulations to Brentwood Library Staff

Congratulations to Maggie & Rob! Brentwood Public Library Children's Librarian Maggie Mazzola won her age group division in the 2nd Annual Brentwood Fire Department Ames & Elliott Scholarship Run on Saturday, April 13, 2013. Library Clerk & Brentwood Fire Department volunteer Rob Kannert won his age group and was 5th overall.

BRENTWOOD DOWNTOWN CLEAN-UP!

Troop 25 & Crew 25 Fundraiser

The Concerned Parents of Troop 25 Present: HAWAIIAN LUAU DINNER DANCE FUNDRAISER! Friday, April 19, 2013 from 7:00p.m.-11:00p.m. at the Brentwood American Legion Hall, 198 First Street, Brentwood. $15.00 includes dinner and dancing, International buffet, raffles and more! For more information call Donna Ferrara at 631.291.9762.

Brentwood Council of PTSA's

POEM IN YOUR POCKET DAY

Celebrate national Poem in Your Pocket Day on Thursday, April 18, 2013! The idea is simple: select a poem you love during National Poetry Month then carry it with you to share with co-workers, family, and friends. You can also share your poem selection on Twitter by using the hashtag #pocketpoem. Poems from pockets will be unfolded throughout the day with events in parks, libraries, schools, workplaces, and bookstores. Create your own Poem in Your Pocket Day event using ideas below or let us know your plans, projects, and suggestions for Poem in Your Pocket Day by emailing npm@poets.org.

New York State Parks Volunteer Day

Online Registration is Now Open! Join Parks & Trails New York, the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, local Friends groups and Governor Cuomo in celebrating. New York's magnificent state parks and historic sites by volunteering at your favorite park on Saturday, May 4. More than 70 state parks and historic sites are participating. Bonus! Register online by April 22 and you are automatically entered to win a $100 Camping gift card to NY State Parks (OPRHP). To find an event, register and for more details, visit Parks & Trails NY.

Brentwood Fire Department Race

Please Join us for our Second Annual Ames & Elliott Run at Academy of St Joseph, all money goes toward Scholarships for college-minded Brentwood High School Students, the goal of our 5K Scholarship Run is to commemorate the lives of Ames & Ellott and their dedication to the Hamlet of Brentwood. Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 8:00am. Brentwood Fire Department,125 Fourth Street,Brentwood NY 11717. For more information call ( 631 ) 273-7080 Due to road closures the Brentwood Public Library will open at 11:00am.