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Special Olympics Polar Plunge at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai in 2023. Photo by Bill Landon

Hundreds of brave Special Olympics New York supporters are expected to participate in the 15th annual Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason at Cedar Beach, 244 Hrbor Beach Road, Mount Sinai on Saturday, Nov. 23, running into the freezing waters of the Long Island Sound to raise funds and awareness for local Special Olympics athletes and programming. 

Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the plunge will take place at 11:30 a.m.

Hosted by the Town of Brookhaven, last year’s event attracted 650 plungers and raised $140,000 for Special Olympics New York. 

The Polar Plunge is one of the most popular, profitable, and exciting fundraisers for Special Olympics New York. Participants raise money by asking friends, family, colleagues, and acquaintances for donations. 

At a recent Brookhaven Town Board Meeting, Councilwoman Jane Bonner introduced New York Special Olympics athlete Matt Schuster and Director of Development, Alexis Dawson who talked about the annual Polar Plunge and encouraged people to participate and pledge a donation. 

Councilwoman Bonner presented Schuster and Dawson with a proclamation declaring September 28 as Special Olympics Day in the Town of Brookhaven. Schuster also spoke about what it takes to compete and succeed as a Special Olympics athlete, explaining that they train for weeks and months to prepare for local, regional and statewide competition. 

Athletes are supported by more than 5,000 coaches and 4,300 volunteers and are never charged to participate in the programs. It costs $400 to support training and competition for one athlete for one sports season. They rely solely on donations to pay the cost. 

For more information, to register or to donate, please visit www.specialolympics.org. For additional information, call 631-386-8038.

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Pictured from left are owner, Pete Rotolo of Hune Enterprises; Councilwoman Bonner; Grimace; Rocky Point McDonald’s General Manager Sabrina Ambrosini; and Leg. Lennon. Photo courtesy of Councilwoman Bonner's office
Grimace with Leg. Chad Lennon. Photo courtesy Leg. Lennons office
Ribbon cutting ceremony at McDonalds in Rocky Point. Photo courtesy Leg. Lennon's office

Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Suffolk County Legislator Chad Lennon joined the McDonald’s at 463 Route 25A in Rocky Point for a grand re-opening celebration on Oct. 26. The long-time fast-food restaurant was completely renovated, both inside and out. McDonalds mascot “Grimace” (center) and staff were presented with a Certificate of Congratulations from both local officials.

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Photo courtesy of Councilwoman Bonner's office

GETTING CRAFTY

Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner (kneeling) attended the Suffolk County Homemaker’s Council Showcase at the Coram Fire Department headquarters on Oct. 19. During the event the group presented their homemade craft items and shared crafting ideas with the community. The Council serves as an advisory board for the homemaker units which exist in Suffolk County and publishes a “Council Connection” newsletter, grants scholarships, gives workshops, provides guest speakers and teaches craft and cooking classes.  Photo courtesy of Councilwoman Bonner’s office

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Photo courtesy of Councilwoman Bonner's office

On Oct. 20 Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner celebrated the grand opening of The Wax Bar, a new full body waxing studio located at 648 Route 25A, in Rocky Point. The new business caters to both women and men, offering a full line of waxing services, packages, classes, gift cards and products. 

For more information about the waxing services offered or to book an appointment, call 631-603-9811 or visit www.vagaro.com/thewaxbarli.

Pictured from left are Danielle McCauley; Abigail Ordmandy; Samantha Ringle; Danny Holmes; Julia McCord (owner); Councilwoman Jane Bonner; Alex McCord; Josh McCord; Karen Holmes; Thomas Holmes and Lauren Holmes.

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Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner and volunteer Brian McCaffrey. Photo from Councilwoman Bonner's office

On October 26, Councilwoman Jane Bonner and Coastal Steward Long Island volunteer Brian McCaffery attended the Shellfish Restoration Project event at Mt. Sinai Harbor. The organization and volunteers placed 50,000 oysters in both the Mt. Sinai and Port Jefferson Harbor sites. It was the final Shellfish Restoration Project oyster release of 2024. They were raised at the Town of Brookhaven Mariculture Facility at Mt Sinai Harbor until May and June 2024. 

The 20 mm oysters were donated to the Coastal Steward, a not-for-profit group that volunteers for the Town of Brookhaven. The Coastal Steward then grows the oysters as part of their Mariculture Restoration Program until they plant them in October on a Town Management Area in Port Jefferson Harbor.

Coastal Steward Long Island received 75,000 small Eastern oysters, raised at the Town of Brookhaven Mariculture facility at Mt. Sinai Harbor and divided into 75 bags. With the help of volunteers, the bags were placed in large growing cages and submerged. Throughout the summer and fall, their health and growth were monitored. In addition, every two weeks the oysters are removed from their cages and cleaned to prevent overgrowth of algae and other organisms that may inhibit their growth. For more information about the Coastal Steward Shellfish Restoration Project, go to www.coastalsteward.org.

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Photo from Councilwoman Bonner's office

On October 27, Councilwoman Jane Bonner (right) was a guest at the Rocky Point Historical Society’s 26th Annual Tea at the North Shore Beach Clubhouse in Rocky Point.

The fundraiser featured a presentation by Debra Scala Giokas, author of the new book about Claire McCaredll (1905-1958), an American fashion designer of ready-to-wear clothing in the 20th Century. The annual event also featured food, homemade cookies baked by members and raffle baskets.

Pictured with Councilwoman Bonner is Rocky Point Historical Society president Suzanne Johnson (right).

Monthly historic programs are free and open to the public. The Rocky Point Historical Society meets at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the VFW Hall, 109 King Road in Rocky Point. For more information, call 631-744-1776 or go to rockypointhistoricalsociety.org. 

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Photo from Town of Brookhaven

On October 18, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner (back row, fifth from right) and Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich (kneeling at right) visited the Sunshine Alternative Education Center (SAEC) in Port Jefferson Station to speak with the students about their roles on the Brookhaven Town Council. Also pictured is Dr. Carol Carter (second from right) Administrator/Prevention Professional.

The mission of the SAEC is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for all children and families that is designed to build self-esteem and positive social skills, empower youth to make healthy choices and decisions, prevent or reduce substance abuse and violence, and strengthen connections between families, schools and communities. Sunshine Prevention Center provides a variety of prevention-focused programs and services to the youth and families in Suffolk County.

For more information, go to www.sunshinepreventionctr.org.

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Photo from Councilwoman Bonner's office

On October 10, Town of Brookhaven Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) met with Miller Place High School students in Tara Penske’s 12th Grade Civics classes. She spoke about her role in local government, her responsibilities and those of colleagues on the Town Board. Councilwoman Bonner was eager to speak with students about her job as an elected official and answered their questions. She also spoke with the students about pursuing a career in government and how they can make a difference in the community where they live.

Councilwoman Bonner said, “High School is an exciting time when students really start thinking about finding a career that suits them best and they will enjoy So, it was great to meet with Ms. Penske’s very curious students. They asked questions, eagerly joined in the discussions and a few said they would even be interested to pursue a career in government.” 

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Councilwoman Bonner (third from right) stands with crews from the Arrow Metal & E-Waste Recycling crew
Councilwoman Jane Bonner (center) with Correction Officer Investigator, Dominick Verni (left) and Deputy Sheriff, Dylan Hever (right).
Councilwoman Bonner (second from left) with the paper recycler Data-Struction staff

On October 5, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner was at the Rose Caracappa Senior Citizen Cultural & Wellness Center in Mount Sinai for her Fall Paper Shredding, Electronic and Prescription Drug Take Back recycling event. It was a good opportunity for residents to safely dispose of unused electronic devices, have their old paper documents securely shredded and safely dispose of old prescription drugs.

Environmentally conscious residents in 517 vehicles, dropped off 7260 lbs. of electronic waste, 16,600 lbs. of paper for shredding and 12 boxes of prescription drugs for proper disposal.

The following are the remaining 2024 recycling events in the Town of Brookhaven:

Council District 6 Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig

Saturday, October 14 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Center Moriches Free Public Library, 235 Montauk Highway, Center Moriches

Council District 1 Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich

Saturday, October 26 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Setauket Fire Department, 394 Nicolls Road, Setauket

Council District 4 Councilman Michael Loguercio

Saturday, November 2 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

South Country Public Library, 22 Station Road, Bellport

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Pictured left to right is George Reichel (grandfather), Kristine Sanders (mom), Alison Sanders; Sandy Reichel (grandmother) Councilwoman Bonner, Emily Sanders (sister) and James Sanders (dad). Photo from TOB

On October 12, Brookhaven Town Councilwoman Jane Bonner met with Allison Sanders from Girl Scout Troop 1186 and her family at Sylvan Avenue Park in Miller Place.

The Councilwoman was there to congratulate Allison for attaining her Bronze Award, the highest that a Girl Scout Junior can earn. Each Bronze Award candidate must give 20 hours of community service towards the project. Allison’s “Puzzle Box” encourages people to trade puzzles. She will donate some of the puzzles and host a puzzle drive. Alison asks residents to donate any puzzles they finish and place them in the Puzzle Box.

Pictured left to right is George Reichel (grandfather), Kristine Sanders (mom), Alison Sanders; Sandy Reichel (grandmother) Councilwoman Bonner, Emily Sanders (sister) and James Sanders (dad).

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