Charcuterie boards have become more popular in recent years. People often make entire meals out of the finger foods and snack-like items that are included in these offerings — which may include anything from sliced cheeses to olives, crackers, vegetables, and cured meats. Fresh dips also may be
Welcoming guests for overnight stays is a great way to make loved ones feel welcome. Overnight guests also get time to reconnect with their hosts, making such situations a win-win for all involved. When hosting overnight guests, hosts can start their mornings off on the right foot by whipping up a special breakfast. Relaxing at […]
Many Irish dishes focus on simple, fresh ingredients that can be purchased close to home. Potatoes long have been a staple of Irish cooking. Brought to Europe by Spanish explorers from the New World, the potato put an end to famine in regions of northern Europe, like Ireland. Smithsonian notes that, by the end of […]
Pictured (R-L): Dylan DiFante, co-founder Daniella Latino, co-founder Brooke DiPalma, owner of Our Little Italy John Raimondi and Legislator Steven Flotteron. Each year for the past 13, on the second Friday of every February, communities across the country wear purple in order to foster kindness and a welcoming environment, and educate others that mental health […]
Photos courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District The color of the day was purple as Connetquot Central School District students showed their commitment to being kind and preventing bullying during P.S. I Love You Day, held on Feb. 10. A national movement, the goal of P.S. I Love You Day is to bring awareness […]
Photos courtesy of the Three Village Central School District Sixth graders in Mrs. Byrne’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School put together dozens of care packages for residents of memory care facilities ahead of Valentine’s Day. Students packed bags full of treats and supplies including candies, gum, personal hygiene products, notepads and pens. The sixth graders […]
Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District Edna Louise Spear Elementary School students not only think about others in the local community, they often do something about it. Students in Christine Bokina and Kristi Krieg’s fifth grade class and Maureen Zajac’s second grade class teamed up to bring some smiles to the faces of local […]
Smithtown Senior Citizens curious about the many benefits of Tai Chi can take advantage of a free class this Friday, February 17th. Starting this Friday, from 2pm to 3pm, residents who have yet to sign up for the Tai Chi course (eight classes) at the Senior Center can take this class for free. Residents can […]
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