Nominations Now Being Accepted for 2014 Black History Celebration

The Town of Islip is currently accepting nominations for the 2014 celebration of Black History. The Town of Islip will celebrate Black History in February by honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the Islip community, and live or work in the Town of Islip. The forms and category list can be downloaded from our website by clicking here. Applications can be mailed to the Department of Parks & Recreation, Attn: C. Charchalis, 50 Irish Lane, East Islip, NY 11730, faxed to (631) 224-5316, or e-mailed to jgabriel@townofislip-ny.gov. In addition, a short biography, resume and letters of recommendation must be attached to the nomination form. Nominations must be received by Tuesday, January 7, 2014.

Brentwood Gardens Fourth Annual Holiday Party

Brentwood School District Trustee Paula Moore, Brentwood Public Library Board of Trustees Vice President Ellen M. Edelstein, and Brentwood School District Trustee Helen Moss at the Brentwood Gardens Fourth Annual Holiday Party held on December 21.

Property Taxes Due by January 10, 2014

Islip Town Receiver of Taxes, Alexis Weik, has announced that her office, located at 40 Nassau Avenue, Islip, is accepting payment of 2013/2014 taxes. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the following exceptions: •We will be closed on December 24th, December 25th and January 1st. •On December 31th the office will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon •On Friday, January 10th, the office will remain open until 7:00 p.m. Residents can save time by visiting the Town of Islip website and pay their taxes online or by mailing their tax payments. However, to avoid penalty, all payments must be postmarked BY THE POST OFFICE no later than January 10, 2014. For additional tax information, call 224-5580

Movie & Popcorn

"Fresh" is shown at the Ecology Center of the Sister of St. Joseph, 1725 Brentwood Road, Brentwood, on January 3rd, at 7pm. To register visit www.brentwoodcsj.org, under Ecology ;or call 631-273-1187, ext. 140.

Brentwood Historical Society

Marine Sgt. Shane Larkin, coordinator of Toys for Tots for Suffolk County, stopped by the Brentwood Public Library to collect holiday toys donated by the Brentwood Historical Society and library staff.

New York State Parks

Get into the spirit while touring the decked halls of our historic sites, beautifully decorated in styles of holidays past. Enjoy a "beary merry" outing with your family while making special treats for the animals at the Trailside Museum & Zoo and craft unique gifts at Minnewaska using materials from nature. See different species of seals in their natural habitat during guided beach walks at Montauk State Park. Bundle up and welcome winter with special hikes at Jones Beach and Caumsett. Or, stay cozy and warm while creating your own winter wonderland with a snow globe making workshop at Thacher State Park. Sing along to holiday tunes and create gingerbread houses at Planting Fields Arboretum. Start 2014 surrounded by the great outdoors and walk, snowshoe, or ski a First Day Hike, offered at more than 20 parks and historic sites across the state. Find even more programs on our calendar of events, packed with ideas for winter fun! Photo: Clermont State Historic Site.

Brentwood & East Brentwood Fire Department Elections

Vote Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at the Main Fire House, 125 Fourth Street. Incumbent Michael Poveromo is being challenged by firefighter Edward Bright for a 5-year term. East Brentwood Fire Department Elections will be held at 26 Fulton Street. Incumbent Tate Reilly is running unopposed for a 5-year term. Voting for both elections take place from 1pm-9pm

Debt Management

B.C.C. Annual Installation Dinner

The Board of Directors cordially invite you to our Annual Installation Dinner which will take place Wednesday, December 11th ~ 7:00pm at Tango's Restaurant in Central Islip. Please join us as we swear in and welcome our newest Board Members. 7pm. Cocktail hour with H'ors d'oeuvres 8pm. Dinner 9pm. Installation of the 2014 Board of Directors 50/50 raffle to benefit the Bosque Family, who is now rebuilding a life after their house was destroyed by fire a few weeks ago. Tickets $25

COPS WHO CARE

PTSA Council Fair

B.H.S. Pancake Breakfast

Islip Town Hall Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah Celebration

Hanukkah Celebration December 3, at Sinai Reform Temple.

PRONTO THANKSGIVING

At the Pronto Thanksgiving volunteers helped give out food and to invite people to eat prepared meals at the church across the street.

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Tree & Menorah Lighting

Annual Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Friday, December 6, 2013 at Ross Park. The ceremony begins at 6:00pm.

Islip's Merry on Main

The Town of Islip and Islip Chamber of Commerce present their first annual Merry on Main. This is FREE event! Activities at 401 Main Street: •Craft fair •Photos with Santa •North Pole Post Office •Holiday Movie •Live Stage Performance •Sing-a-long •Outside Entertainment •Carousel Rides •Horse Drawn Carriage Rides •Family Skating •Gingerbread Competition (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Activities at 655 Main Street: •Tree Lighting with Santa (5:00 pm) Activities along Main Street: •Holiday Parade (2:00 pm - 4:30 pm)