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Do you recognize this man? Photo from SCPD
Do you recognize this man? Photo from SCPD

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Second Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who allegedly stole liquor from a Melville store in March.

A man allegedly stole a bottle of Don Julio tequila from Barrels & Stills, located at 685 Walt Whitman Road, on March 20 at approximately 7:15 p.m. The subject fled the store in a gray Nissan sedan.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.

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A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz
A scene from the 2nd annual Cold Spring Harbor Polar Plunge. Photo by William Stieglitz

By William Stieglitz

Students from the Cold Spring Harbor Central School District plunged into the water at Lloyd Harbor Village Park Beach on March 29 to raise money for the New York Marine Rescue Center. This was the second CSH Polar Plunge to be hosted by the school’s marine biology club, which had been planning the event since September. The group, which has about 50 members and does volunteer beach cleanups, is led by science teacher Erin Oshan.

“We are a coastal town. The kids all live near the water, so they’re familiar with the water and the issues that face our marine life,” said Oshan, who teaches biology, marine biology and physics. She emphasized that habitat loss, pollution and microplastics can cause the biggest problems. “So there’s a bunch of kids that are passionate about trying to fix some of those issues.”

About two dozen students participated, consisting mostly of grades 8-12 as well as some elementary schoolers who came with their parents. It was a $20 donation to plunge, with people also able to donate through the purchase of sweatshirts, cookies and hot chocolate. Students described the water as “freezing,” though thankfully not as cold as it had been last time. 

“We had a polar plunge here two years ago. It was in February, though, when there was snow,” said ninth grader Molly Yulico. “This one’s nice because it’s, like, 75 degrees out, so it’s pretty warm in the outside temperature.” Several students, after coming out of the water, decided to go back in.

“It was a great success,” said Cold Spring Harbor Superintendent Joe Monastero, who emphasized his pride in the students. “We get our kids down here to participate in an activity to help support marine life and our local ecosystem, and it really brings us together as a community.”

The NYMRC, which received all profits from the event, had an information table set up to explain the work they do in the rescue and protection of marine animals such as sea turtles, dolphins and whales. “We’re in seal season right now,” said intern Lex Reveal. He explained that seals can get stranded for many reasons, but it mostly results from human interaction and pollution.

“Whenever we see a seal that is in an area that’s not safe for it to be in, so in someone’s backyard, for example, we’ll relocate it. If it’s injured, whether that’s from an entanglement situation or it’s been hit by a boat or it’s just sick for any reason, we will come by. We will take it back to the rescue center. We will go through the whole treatment process and then we will release it back into the water when it is healthy again.”

In terms of preventative measures, Reveal said that the best solution is education. “To get out there, tell people why interaction is bad and hopefully try and prevent it in the future.” He explains that interactions such as trying to feed, talk to or take selfies with the seals can be dangerous, not just for the animals but for humans too, especially with some species like the gray seal weighing around 400 pounds.

Reveal encourages anyone who finds a stranded marine animal not to get near it, and instead call the rescue center’s 24-hour hotline at 631-369-9829.

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Scene from the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War in Hauppauge. Photo by Caroline O'Callaghan
Veteran Ed German sporting his full uniform at the gathering of Vietnam veterans. Photo by Caroline O’Callaghan
Scene from the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War in Hauppauge. Photo by Caroline O'Callaghan
A Vietnam vet at the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War in Hauppauge. Photo by Caroline O'Callaghan
Scene from the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War in Hauppauge. Photo by Caroline O'Callaghan
Veterans from the LI State Veterans home arrive for the gathering. Photo by Caroline O’Callaghan
Jack Gozdziewski. Photo by Caroline O'Callaghan

By Caroline O’Callaghan

Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine (R)  and other Suffolk County representatives spoke on the lawn in front of the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on March 29 to a crowd of around 400 people to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. Most in attendance were some of Suffolk’s estimated 21,000 Vietnam War veterans – the largest gathering of Vietnam veterans in Suffolk’s history. The event hosted veterans and their families to food vendors and live performers. 

There’s a temporary museum that’s open to the public until April 4 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War ending. The exhibition houses preserved relics such as vehicles. “We are here on this beautiful day to say, ‘Welcome home,’” Congressman Nick LaLota (R-NY1) began the commemoration. 

LaLota was flanked by members of VFW Post 6249 (Rocky Point) who contributed to the “colors ceremony” of the event, in which military members raise and lower the national flag as a display of patriotism before the start of a ceremony. 

On March 29, 1973 the U.S. military assistance command over Vietnam was officially disestablished. In 2012, former President Barack Obama (D) proclaimed the date as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Five years later, President Donald Trump (R) declared the holiday as a date of annual observance. 

Many veterans felt a sense of gratitude for the gathering, not only because of the unprecedented warm weather. “Out of respect for all veterans, I’m thankful that we live in country that honors veterans,” said Jack Gozdziewski, proudly sporting a smile and his army-green cap. 

Romaine hosted the gathering to offer the veterans “a little bit of closure” on behalf of Suffolk County and the country. Romaine continued, “It [the Vietnam War] was probably one of the most memorable events of their [the veterans] lives…” 

For many of the veterans, the gathering was well overdue. Upon initially returning home from the war, many veterans were not acknowledged for their bravery in combat due to the geopolitical climate that had perpetuated a harsh rhetoric toward the U.S. troops. Kevin Cleary, a marine who served from 1967-1968, experienced backlash at his college for being a veteran. Cleary recalled there being “real enmity for veterans” at universities in the post-Vietnam era. “We [veterans] got blamed for starting the war,” said Cleary. 

“They never felt like they were welcomed when they arrived home from the war, and this ceremony is to reinforce that. To thank them for their service, and welcome them home once again,” said Romaine. 

There were those in attendance who were vocal about feelings of being forgotten. John Weldon Sr., a Purple Heart awarded combat veteran, verified that the gathering was long-delayed. “It’s about time they [U.S. government officials] did something for us. It took them 50 years.” said Weldon Sr. 

Commitments to the veterans were made by the representatives who spoke at the ceremony. Representatives didn’t neglect to acknowledge the 1,576 U.S. Vietnam veterans who remain Missing In Action (MIA) to this day. They promised to uphold their legacy. This was after a prevalent statement made by Chad Lennon (R-Rocky Point), who promised  to oversee hat “all veterans that served in combat will be welcomed home correctly” from now on in Suffolk County. 

Those who gathered this past Saturday spoke of a unified front in spite of facing postwar adversity for decades. Veterans emphasized the importance of comradery and representation. Ed German is a radio personality, author and former U.S. marine who served in the war from 1967-1970. German explains, “it’s just good to be around a bunch of guys who all have one thing in common and it’s that we served in Vietnam.” 

“Every chance I get to put on the ‘full-metal jacket’ –that’s what I call my uniform since it has all my medals on it – I do it because I’m here to represent what we did,” German continued. “And I don’t want it to be erased from history.”

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Alex R., who was demonstrating in support of President Donald Trump, talking to an anti-DOGE protestor. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the rally outside the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on 3/29/25. Photo by Steven Zaitz

By Steven Zaitz

Separated by a 10-yard, police-barricaded neutral zone, supporters of President Donald Trump (R) and Tesla CEO Elon Musk clashed with protesters at the Tesla dealership in Nesconset on Saturday, March 29.

It was the third time this month that marchers descended upon this Suffolk County dealership, located where the Smithtown Bypass meets Middle Country Road. However, in this instance, supporters of the Trump administration and the Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency rallied in full force against the group that opposes both Trump’s and DOGE’s actions. 

The group supportive of Musk and Trump started to form at about 10:45 a.m. along the sidewalk on the south side of the Tesla lot. Gigantic American and Trump-themed flags, some as large as a small swimming pool, were tied to utility poles and monster trucks, needing a crew of four or five to erect each of them. 

Approximately 100 Trump/Musk supporters gathered within 30 minutes, but on the north end, nearer to Middle Country Road, Trump/Musk opposers numbered fewer than 10 in the beginning.

Also present were 15 to 20 Suffolk County police officers who monitored both groups, while also assisting and directing Tesla employees and customers with their automotive concerns.

A little before noon, members of both groups gravitated to the metal barricades that separated them and soon words zinged across the police barricades in both directions. The Trump/Musk supporters, many of whom were from Nassau County, passed around a megaphone to ask the other side why they are against “efficiency” in government, while Trump/Musk detractors decried the “clumsy” and “heartless” methods DOGE has used to fire thousands of government workers across the country. 

As this verbal sparring went on and the Trump/Musk opposition side grew in numbers to roughly 50, still a significant reduction from the hundreds at the March 1 rally that was part of the same movement, one supporter of Trump/Musk made her way under the yellow police tape to the opposite side, desiring to peacefully discuss her group’s causes. 

Identifying herself only as Alex R., she rotated around and spoke to anyone who would listen, engaging with liberal-minded locals, young and old, in a spirited but mostly peaceful way.

“I start and end with respect,” said Alex, who moved from New York City to Suffolk County a few years ago. “I don’t think being an extremist on either side is helpful in getting anyone’s point across. I’m very sociable, I’m very friendly, I’m not gonna walk up and say, you’re a clown because that’s not gonna open the conversation in a positive way.”

Alex, who is in her 40s, was the exception on Saturday, as the police made sure members were encamped properly throughout the day. The Trump/Musk group, organized largely by the America First Warehouse Facebook group, swelled to about 150 at its peak. Armed with the only megaphone on either side, they crammed up against the barricade hurling epithets that were not only political in nature but also personally derogatory with regard to the physical appearance and other insults that were in opposition to the statements made by Alex R. 

Trump/Musk opposers had signs denouncing the pair as backers of Russia and Nazism. A few in the crowd wore face stickers that read “F Elon and the FELON.”

As a part of Tesla Takedown day, this protest was one of over 200 that took place in the U.S. and 500 internationally on Saturday in places such as Miami, Washington, D.C., Seattle, London, Paris and Berlin.

Back in Nesconset, there was a moment when both sides ceased hostilities, but very briefly. The Trump/Musk supporters’ public address system played 1970s hit and Trump anthem “YMCA” by the Village People, and at that moment, the two sides, perhaps not realizing it, danced and formed the letters of the song title among themselves, taking a break in shouting at each other.

When the song was over, they resumed shouting until the rally broke up a few hours into an unseasonably warm afternoon. As we approach the spring and summer months and tensions persist, similar rallies — with representation from both sides — are likely to become more frequent, not just in Suffolk County, but around the world.

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Kings Park girl's lacrosse vs. Port Jefferson 04/01/25. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park freshman Kelly Addison passes in a road game against Port Jefferson. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior Emily Clemens wins the draw in a road game against Port Jefferson. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park girl's lacrosse vs. Port Jefferson 04/01/25. Photo by Bill Landon
Port Jeff goalie Emma Batter clears the ball in the Royals home opener against Kings Park. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park girl's lacrosse vs. Port Jefferson 04/01/25. Photo by Bill Landon
Senior midfielder Cessarina Buehler fires at the cage for the Royals. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park girl's lacrosse vs. Port Jefferson 04/01/25. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park attack Samantha Van Gelder fires at the cage. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park girl's lacrosse vs. Port Jefferson 04/01/25. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park girl's lacrosse vs. Port Jefferson 04/01/25. Photo by Bill Landon

By Bill Landon

It was Port Jefferson’s girl’s lacrosse home opener against perennial powerhouse Kings Park where the Royals had their hands full, from the opening draw to the final buzzer. Kings Park, having defeated Great Neck South in a non-league season opener three days before, peppered the scoreboard easily winning their first league game of the season 17-4 on April 1.

Senior attack Emily Clemens led the way for Kings Park with four goals and two assists along with teammate Emily Hnis who inked four assists and two goals.

Port Jeff senior Emma Batter had a busy afternoon in net with 9 saves. 

The Royals having defeated Brentwood in convincing fashion last week look to get back to their winning ways with a road game against Harborfields on April 3. 

Kings Park is also back in action on April 3 with a road game against Miller Place. Both games are slated for a 4 p.m. start.

– Photos by Bill Landon

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Ribbon for Chick-Fil-A in Selden on April 1, 2025. Photo courtesy of Brookhaven Town Clerk LaValle's office
Ribbon for Chick-Fil-A in Selden on April 1, 2025. Photo courtesy of Brookhaven Town Clerk LaValle's office

By Heidi Sutton

A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant began serving the Selden community on Tuesday, April 1. The event kicked off with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico, Brookhaven Town Clerk Kevin LaValle, Tabatha Fajardo from Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa’s office, Penny Hines from New York State Senator Dean Murray’s office, Thomas Lupo on behalf of Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy, Ryan Gessner from the Greater Middle Country Chamber of Commerce, staff, and members of the community. Franchise owner Stan Abrahamsen and his wife Debbie cut the ribbon.

Located in the College Plaza shopping center at 949 Middle Country Road, the 5,500-square-foot restaurant will be open for drive-thru, dine-in and delivery from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The new restaurant will also feature Mobile Thru, a fully dedicated lane in the drive-thru where Guests can pick up orders placed ahead of time on the Chick-fil-A App®.

The Selden restaurant joins 10 other Chick-fil-A restaurants serving Long Island, including Port Jefferson Station, Commack, Smithtown, Huntington, Farmingdale and the recently opened location in Farmingville in Suffolk County. Additional restaurants are planned for Medford, West Babylon and Lake Ronkonkoma.

Stan Abrahamsen, who also operates the Port Jefferson Station location, will be responsible for all day-to-day activities of the Selden business, including employing approximately 120 full- and part-time team members, “serving guests, cultivating relationships with local organizations and businesses, and tailoring philanthropic efforts to meet the Selden community’s needs,” according to a press release.

According to the release, Abrahamsen has lived on Long Island for 38 years and has spent more than two decades as a small business owner, building a career rooted in hospitality and service. His journey with Chick-fil-A began in 2015 when he became the local owner-operator of Chick-fil-A Port Jefferson Station, which was the first free-standing Chick-fil-A restaurant in New York state. He will continue to operate the Port Jefferson Station restaurant in addition to the new restaurant in Selden.

“As a longtime Suffolk County resident and the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Port Jefferson, I’m honored to continue serving my neighbors and making a positive impact in the community that I call home,” Abrahamsen said. “At Chick-fil-A Selden, my focus is on building a welcoming, service-driven culture and helping my Team Members grow — both personally and professionally.”

 

Chick-Fil-A in Selden. Photo by Heidi Sutton

According to the press release, Chick-fil-A business is built to add positive impact beyond profit, including giving back to local communities. Chick-fil-A local Owner-Operators are empowered to support the neighborhoods they serve with a key focus on hunger, education, and specific community needs.

In celebration of the opening, Chick-fil-A, Inc. has donated $25,000 to Feeding America in honor of the new restaurant. These funds will be distributed to partners in the greater Long Island area to aid in the fight against hunger.

Abrahamsen’s restaurant will plan to participate in the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® program, an initiative that redirects surplus food from the restaurant to local soup kitchens, shelters, food banks and nonprofits in need. To date, more than 35 million meals have been created from Chick-fil-A Shared Table donations from over 2,300 Chick-fil-A restaurants throughout the U.S. and Canada.

In addition, Chick-fil-A Selden is recognizing 100 local heroes making an impact in the Selden area by providing them with free Chick-fil-A entrées for a year.

“With this opening and the impending opening of Aspen Dental next door it marks the redevelopment of two lots that were empty or barely used for well over a decade. Wishing Chick-fil-A success as they serve up delicious food and great hospitality to the community. Stop by and check them out!” said Town Clerk LaValle.

For the latest news and updates on Chick-fil-A Selden visit the local restaurant’s Facebook page. For more information about Chick-fil-A and stories about the Brand’s food, people and customers across the country, visit chick-fil-a.com.

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Vehicles up for auction on April 5. Photo from SCPD Facebook
Vehicles up for auction on April 5. Photo from SCPD Facebook
Vehicles up for auction on April 5. Photo from SCPD Facebook
Vehicles up for auction on April 5. Photo from SCPD Facebook
Vehicles up for auction on April 5. Photo from SCPD Facebook

In the market for a new car? The Suffolk County Police Department Impound Section will hold an auction on Saturday, April 5 at the department’s impound facility, located at 100 Old Country Road in Westhampton. 

The auction will begin at 9 a.m. and will be held rain or shine. There will be a preview of vehicles on Thursday, April 3 and Friday, April 4 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the impound yard. Vehicles will also be available for preview for one hour prior to the start of the auction on April 5.

Approximately 100 vehicles will be auctioned off including sedans, pick-up trucks, vans and SUVs. All vehicles will start with a minimum bid of $500 and are sold as-is.

For a full list of vehicles, registration information and terms and conditions for the auction, visit www.suffolkpd.org and click on Impound Section and Vehicle Auctions or click here.

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Shark Tank Showdown on April 1. Photo courtesy of The People's Arc of Suffolk
Shark Tank Showdown on April 1. Photo courtesy of The People's Arc of Suffolk
Shark Tank Showdown on April 1. Photo courtesy of The People's Arc of Suffolk
Shark Tank Showdown on April 1. Photo courtesy of The People's Arc of Suffolk
Shark Tank Showdown on April 1. Photo courtesy of The People's Arc of Suffolk

People’s Arc of Suffolk and Rise Life Services co-hosted an April Fool’s Day “Shark Tank Showdown” fundraiser on April 1 with six of its fundraisers taking a dive into the shark tank at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead to raise funds for the two non-profit agencies. The event raised more than $60,000 for the two organizations.

The event was emceed by News 12 Long Island anchor Jenn Seelig and meteorologist Alex Calamia.

“People may have thought this was an April Fool’s Prank, but it’s no joke. People are going in,” said John McGuigan, CEO of People’s Arc of Suffolk. “We have 250 people that have come together to raise critical funds to support people with disabilities on Long Island and we’re so grateful.”

Divers suited up and entered a shark cage in pairs and were lowered into in the giant shark tank at the aquarium, accompanied by a dive master. Each duo spent about five minutes underwater, coming up close and personal with the sharks and other fish in the massive tank.

The dives were broadcast onto large screens throughout the aquarium for dinner-goers to watch.

People’s Arc, which provides services for intellectually and developmentally disabled Long Islanders, invited the 12 people who are fundraising for the event to create social media videos that were shot entirely by People’s Arc TV program participants. They operated the cameras, asked the questions and will edit the video for posting online.

The “Shark Tank Showdown” is a unique fundraising event where two individuals who raise the most and least funds will enter the 120,000-gallon shark tank at the Riverhead Aquarium for a face-to-face swim with sand tiger and nurse sharks, and a variety of exotic fish. This thrilling experience aims to raise awareness and support for programs benefiting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
New this year - puppies! Photo from Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan
A scene from the 2024 All Kids Fair. Photo courtesy of Barbara Kaplan

The Huntington Hilton, 598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville will host the  14th annual All Kids Fair on Sunday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Since 2011, the All Kids Fair has provided a fun day each April for kids and their families to spend time together and also learn about Long Island-based companies that offer services and products for them.

There are many exciting reasons for families to attend each year, in addition to the opportunity to meet with over 80 kid-centered exhibitors. Here are some of this year’s reasons, all of which are free with admission:

  • Many kids’ classes
  • Bounce houses
  • Petting zoo with sheep, goats and more from 11 AM – 3 PM
  • Music
  • Face painting
  • Balloon animals
  • Characters
  • Cotton candy
  • Photo booth
  • Child ID kits
  • Puppies to cuddle
  • Arts and crafts
  • Mini soccer lessons
  • Mini martial arts lessons
  • Mini karate lessons
  • Mini pediatric dental screenings
  • Lego table with sensory play

Miss Long Island 2024 Katherine Wang will be in attendance and will take photos with the kids.

Kids’ classes this year include fencing, pickleball, fashion design and sewing, chess, dance, and karate.

According to Barbara Kaplan, director of the expo, “We are thrilled to be back at the Huntington Hilton. The Hilton is a wonderful venue for us because of its spacious layout, high ceilings, carpeted floors, and excellent parking. We will once again be able to have many draws for Long Island families to enjoy together.” The All Kids Fair will have many different types of exhibitors, including camps, places to play, after-school activities, birthday party planners, photographers, special needs providers, non-profits, kids’ products, and college planning.

This fun-filled event offers exciting educational and leisure activities to interest kids and their families each year. The Fair has opportunities for all ages, including kids with special needs.

One of this year’s newest additions is Puppy Party. Children will be able to play with and cuddle puppies.

The 501st Legion, Empire City Garrison, will be teaching two Star Wars Costuming classes. This all-volunteer organization formed to bring together costume enthusiasts and will be in authentic “Bad Guy” costumes from the beloved franchise accurately and professionally. At last year’s All Kids Fair, the related Saber Guild–Endor Temple group came, and the kids loved their Padawan Training Institute.

2024 attendee Linda Calzone shared “This was a fantastic event! Thank you to All Kids Fair and everyone involved in making [the 2024 All Kids Fair] a day our kids won’t forget!!”

After the 2024 event, Barbara Kaplan said, “Once again, we had a wonderful day for families to learn about great Long Island businesses and organizations.  We also had terrific products for sale.  It was so much fun to see families have an amazing day together.”

There will also be a charity drive to benefit Agape Meals for Kids, a local 501(c)(3) organization that provides weekend meals to children living with food insecurity on Long Island. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable, easy-to-prepare, easy-to-heat, single-serve, and healthy food. Those who donate food or money will receive raffle tickets to win great prizes and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that they have helped Long Island kids in need.

Sponsors for the 2025 All Kids Fair include Petting Zoo Sponsor Optum as well as additional sponsors Saf-T-Swim Swim School, WildPlay Jones Beach, Small Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, TGA Tennis – Golf – Athletics, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and School, Epic Escape Rooms LI, 106.1 BLI, Clowns.com, Your Local Kids Source, Schneps Long Island, Herald Community Newspapers, Litmor Publications / Garden City News, and 516Ads.com / 631Ads.com.

Tickets purchased in advance at www.AllKidsFair.com/Tickets are $5 for children ages 2 and up and adults. Tickets purchased at the door are $10 for children ages 2 and up and $5 for adults. Children 1 and younger are admitted at no charge.

Information about the expo is available at www.AllKidsFair.com

 

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Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD
Students from Smithtown High School East and West participated in their annual fashion shows to benefit senior scholarships and school cultural arts programs. Photo courtesy of Smithtown CSD

Smithtown High School East and West students dressed to impress at their individual PTSA Fashion Shows, held at Flowerfield in St. James.

On March 17, High School West seniors walked the runway with proceeds from the gala supporting senior scholarships and the school’s cultural arts programs.

The following night, juniors and seniors from Smithtown High School East participated in their annual PTSA/Leadership Dinner/Fashion Show, with proceeds also supporting the high school’s senior scholarships and cultural arts programs.

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