Halloween Safety

Are your kids ready to trick or treat? From costumes to candles, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) offers guidelines to make sure your family has a ghoulishly good time. Choosing a costume for your child can be fun but remember to choose wisely. Look for items labeled flame resistant. Costumes should also be brightly colored or trimmed with reflective tape to make them more visible to motorists at night. Masks should have eye and nose holes for adequate visibility and breathing. The CPSC encourages parents to: · Use LED lights to illuminate jack-o-lanterns; · Always accompany small children while visiting homes; and · Warn children not to eat treats until an adult has checked for evidence of tampering. Have a safe and happy Halloween!

Fire Prevention

WATCH WHAT YOU HEAT. Fire is one of the most common disasters in the United States. Each year thousands are killed or injured in house fires. Most house fires happen in the kitchen and are caused by carelessness. If you take precaution, fires can be prevented! When cooking, follow these tips to prevent a tragedy: · Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling or broiling food. Do not leave food unattended; · Keep anything that can catch fire away from the stovetop; · Choose the right cookware and use it properly; · Wear short sleeves or clothes that are close-fitting; and · Keep children at least three feet away from the cooking area.

BLOOD DRIVE

Safe Trick or Treating in Islip

The Town of Islip Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs is hosting their Safe Trick or Treating in Islip on Halloween at Town Hall West, (401 Main Street in Islip)October 31st from 6 to 8:30 pm. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 18 years or older. Children will be able to trick or treat safely with local vendors and business owners. There will be a Theater Show Comedy for Kids at 7 pm and at 8 pm a costume parade will take place, awarding children with a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prize. For more information, please call (631) 224-5430.

Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services

THRILL THE WORLD 2013

Long Island Zombies are once again preparing to join the ranks of thousands around the world in attempt to break the world record for the largest simultaneous performance of Michael Jackson's Thriller dance. The event will be held at Town Hall West (401 Main Street) in Islip, October 26th 4pm - 6pm . Parking will be open at 3:30 pm. This event is sponsored by the South Shore Community Organization and the Town of Islip Youth Bureau. Proceeds from this event will be donated to charitable organizations. You are invited to attend and bring non-perishable food to donate and/or monetary donations. T-shirts will be available for a $13.00 donation as well. For more information, please contact Bryan Ramirez at thrilltheworldatislip@gmail.com.

Monthly Community Policing Meeting

Monthly Community Policing Meeting at the Brentwood Public Library Wednesday, October 23rd at 7:00pm.

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Candidates Forum

We have invited the candidates for Suffolk County Legislature (9th District) Ricardo Montano (WF) - Monica Martinez (D) 11th District - Tom Barrage (R) (C) Town of Islip Board: Steven J. Flotteron (R) - Trish Bergin Weichbrodt (R) / George Hafele (D) - Astrid Fidelia (D) The Candidates will have 5-7 Minutes to tell us their Plans for Brentwood and surrounded areas The Candidates will have 5-7 Minutes to tell us their Plans for Brentwood and surrounded areas Meet The Candidates Luncheon Meeting at Belle Verde Restaurant, 600 Long Island Avenue, Brentwood. Buffet Lunch: $20.00 Members Non-Members $25.00 info@brentwoodchamberny.org RSVP 631 273-1800.

Historical Society Meeting

The next meeting of the Historical Society will take place on Monday, Oct. 21, at 4:00 in the Brentwood Library auditorium. Our presentation will be John Sherin's DVD of his interview with Eleanor Bazata, a long-time Brentwood resident. The originally scheduled program about the East Brentwood Fire Department had to be postponed since the DVD won't be ready until after the first of next year.

Fall Yard Waste Collection Begins

October 21st starts a special fall yard waste collection for Islip residents. It will continue for 8 weeks until December 14th. Yard waste notices have been mailed out to all residents with instruction concerning which days they are eligible to have their debris picked up, as well as proper methods for yard waste disposal. For more information, please contact (631) 595-3630.

Brentwood American Legion Costume Party

"Take a Bite Out of Cancer” Costume Party & Contest Saturday, October 26, 2013, Time: 8pm – 12am American Legion, 198 1st Street, Brentwood. Tickets in Advance Recommended/Contact: 631.682.0482 Tickets $15, VIP Tickets $25, VIP Table $200 *10 Tickets $20 p/p! (VIP Includes: table seating, cake, refreshment, 1 raffle ticket) Music, Dancing, Treat Bags & Surprises! $100 Cash Prize for BEST Costume & Other Prizes! Long Island Care: Bring 2 canned foods - Receive 2 free raffle

HOMECOMING GAME THIS SATURDAY!

Brentwood High School Homecoming Game, Brentwood vs. Half Hollow Hills at 2:00pm. The parade begins before the game.

Register to continue your Star Exemption

Basic STAR Exemption Must Register with NY State All Town of Islip homeowners who currently receive Basic STAR real property tax exemption must register with the State of New York by December 31st, in accordance with a law recently passed in Albany. For the whole story, please visit the Town's website.

Building Bridges For A Healthy Community

Building Bridges For A Healthy Community

Community Day 2013

Brentwood Chamber of Commerce

October 16th, 2013 at 8:30 am. The Affordable Care Act and how it affects you and your business Verde Restaurant 450 Commack Rd, Deer Park, NY 11779.For more information please email info@brentwoodchamberny.org

Senior Health Fair

STEPS FOR HOMELESS VETS