Babylon Beacon

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, W. Babylon celebrates the Epiphany celebration at Argyle Lake

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On Jan. 8 the St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church held its annual Epiphany celebration at the Argyle Boat Basin in Babylon Village, officiated by Reverend Father Nektarios Papazafiropoulos who blessed the waters. Four young members, three boys and one girl, from the congregation dove into the frigid water to retrieve the Holy Cross which was thrown into the water for the blessing.

This week’s Calendar of Events

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The following are a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week: MONDAY, February 13

•Babylon School Board regular meeting: 7:30 p.m. in the library at Babylon Jr./Sr. High School, 50 Railroad Ave., Babylon. For info., call 631-893-7923. TUESDAY, February 14

Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts presents two programs during the next week

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The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts will present two programs during the next week.

First Presbyterian Church of Babylon hosts concert February 12

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James Tucker, director of music ministry at First Presbyterian Church of Babylon, will perform Sun., Feb. 12, 3 p.m. at Community United Presbyterian Church, Lake Avenue and Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park. A virtuoso pianist, Tucker, a 2009 summa cum laude graduate of he University of Missouri, has appeared with symphony orchestras and performed in 2010 at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

NASA Astronaut to visit West Babylon H.S. Feb. 15

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Residents of the West Babylon School District are invited to hear retired NASA astronaut, Story Musgrove, speak about his career that included six spaceflights over 30 years. Musgrove performed the first Shuttle spacewalk, was the lead spacewalker on the Hubble

External Diploma Program Feb. 15

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The External Diploma Program offers adults 21 and over, the opportunity to receive credit for their life experiences, and earn a traditional high school diploma. EDP is a free competency-based program for students who are unable to attend classes or who prefer to work at home. Anyone interested should attend the orientation/information session on- Wed., Feb. 15, 6 p.m.

American Legion Snowflake Ball Feb. 18

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The Snowflake Ball, sponsored by Feustel-Kurdt Unit 1120, American Legion Auxiliary will be held Sat., Feb. 18, 7 to 11p.m. It will be held at the Post, 80 Herbert Ave., Lindenhurst. The cost of $25 per person includes dinner, open bar, raffles benefitting causes to fight childhood cancer and music.

S.C. Leg. Gregory accepting Woman of Distinction nominations till Feb. 24

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In observance of Women’s History Month, which Suffolk County celebrates each March, Leg. Du- Wayne (D-Amityville) is looking for help to choose a woman of distinction from the 15th district.

Babylon American Legion hosts Psychic Robert Hansen Mar. 24

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Medium and psychic Robert Hansen will perform at an event sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary on Sat., March 24 at the American Legion, 22 Grove Place, Babylon. Doors open 5:30 p.m. for a cash bar, dinner served at 6 p.m. and the reading will begin 7:30 p.m. The cost of $40 per person includes dinner.

Parkdale Civic Assoc. Fund to benefit North Babylon family that lost house in fire disaster

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A fire disaster struck a family at 104 Parkdale Dr., North Babylon. No one was injured except for a missing pet cat but the home and belongings are nearly a total loss. The Parkdale Civic Association has started a fund to help this family at this difficult time. All proceeds raised will go to the family. Donations in any amount will be appreciated.

Good Samaritan blood drive Feb. 27

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Walter Baraclough donates blood at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center several times a year. More than 10 years ago, his wife was told she could no longer be a blood donor due to a medical issue. This motivated Baraclough even more to be a regular donor. Someone in this country needs a lifesaving transfusion every three seconds.

Massapequa and Amityville runners invited to anniversary 15 Kilometer Run March 24

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The 15th annual Lazer, Aptheker, Rosella & Yedid Kings Park 15 Kilometer Run will be held Sat., March 24, 9 a.m. starting at the New Discovery Elementary School, Lawrence Road, Kings Park. Additional parking is available three eighths of a mile away at Kings Park High School.

Dominican Village St. Patrick’s Day celebration Mar. 16

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Dominican Village will host a St. Patrick’s Day celebration, Fri., March 16, 6:30 to 11 p.m. in the Helen Butler, O.P. Hall located on the property of the Dominican Sisters’ Motherhouse, 565 Albany Ave., Amityville. Irish storyteller Jim Hawkins will entertain along with a performance by Babylon’s Hirten School of Irish Dance.

Babylon Lions Club pancake breakfast March 25

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The Babylon Lions Club 43rd annual pancake breakfast will be held Sun., March 25, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Babylon Memorial Grade School, 169 Park Ave., Babylon.

Support Group at Family Service League for children coping with changing families

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There are still openings for the support group at Family Service League geared towards children coping with changing families. Children of families going through a divorce or separation experience many different feelings and emotions that are most often not expressed.

St. Catherine of Siena seeks receptionist volunteers

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St. Catherine of Siena, Nursing & Rehabilitation Care Center, a 240-bed nursing and rehabilitative care center located at 52 Route 25A, Smithtown, currently seeks customer service oriented individuals willing to volunteer their time as receptionists. Responsibilities include answering phones and interacting with family, residents and visitors.

KIC Sneaker Drive Feb. 10

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The KIC Sneaker Recycling Drive has been extended to Fri., Feb. 10. Drop off used sneakers to the Keep Islip Clean (KIC) office, 660 Main St., Islip. They will be shipped to NIKE, recycled into athletic surfaces and donated to disadvantaged schools. For more information, contact KIC at 631-224-2627 or keepislipclean@optonline.net.

S.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence offers 24 hour assistance

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The Suffolk County Coalition Against Domestic Violence offers immediate assistance through its 24-hour hotline for court and police advocacy, legal services, group and individual counseling, employment program and shelter. The trained hotline counselors are there to explain options, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. If you are in danger, call 911.

Vendors needed for craft fair/car show May 19

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Vendors are needed for craft fair/ car show at St. Paul’s Reformed Church, 158 Phelps Ln., North Babylon on Sat. May 19. The rain date will be May 26. If interested, please email stpaulsfair@verizon.net or call Cheryl at 631-884-6803.