Summer unofficially starts with the arrival of Memorial Day at the end of May. Although it is a holiday designed to honor American military personnel who have died in various wars, it also serves double-duty as a chance to gather with friends and loved ones and enjoy the return of the
Memorial Day is a popular time to visit a friend or family member for some backyard fun. However, it’s also the perfect opportunity to enjoy some time away from home. Many people extend the Memorial Day weekend, which comprises Saturday, Sunday and Monday, to include the Friday before. This window of time is just enough […]
Party hosts and hostesses who like to cook and entertain can brighten up their recipe repertoires with dishes that are easily expanded for a crowd. Feeding a houseful of people isn’t difficult when simple and tasty recipes are chosen for large gatherings. This recipe for “Sweet and Salty Chicken” courtesy of “Throw a Great Party: […]
According to Peggy Brusseau, author of “The Contented Vegan” (Head of Zeus), fresh blueberries help to make a memorable pie, especially when paired with apple, which brings sweetness and a contrast in texture. Home chefs can use Brusseau’s recipe for “Blueberry Apple Pie” to create their own delicious dessert. This recipe is designed for those […]
Cooking at home enables anyone to customize ingredients and gain control of the foods they eat. Too often commercially processed items are contain ingredients that compromise consumers’ overall health. This recipe for “Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake” is made from pantry staples. Whether baking alone or with the family, try this recipe, courtesy of “The […]
Pictured: East Islip’s Connetquot Elementary School held an Autism Awareness Walk on April 26, strolling in the sunshine for a worthy cause. Photos courtesy of East Islip School District East Islip’s Connetquot Elementary School held an Autism Awareness Walk on April 26, strolling in the sunshine for a worthy cause. “Today’s walk is just a […]
Photo courtesy of North Babylon School District The North Babylon Teachers Organization has been named a winner of the New York State United Teachers Community Service Award. The public relations committee is chaired by Woods Road Elementary School teacher Marie Rivera, and the team has received this award for its community service efforts for more […]
Photo courtesy of West Babylon School District The Science Olympiad/STEM Club at West Babylon Junior High School just wrapped up its competition season and now spends its meetings concentrating on STEM-based activities. The club is open to all grade levels at the junior high school. It meets on Fridays after school and is advised by […]