Village of Lindenhurst

Long Island, NY

Portable Heaters Available for Lindenhurst Village Businesses

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PSEG Grant Program has awarded the Village of Lindenhurst and Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce with a grant to support the enhancement of outdoor spaces where local businesses will provide outdoor dining and commerce. If your business would like to receive a portable heater, please fill out the form below and submit it via email to info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov.

If you have any questions, please contact Village Hall at (631) 957-7500 or by email at info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov.

Portable Heater Request Form for Businesses

Portable Heater Fire Codes

 

OKTOBERFEST 2021

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The Lindenhurst Rotary Club, in conjunction with the Village of Lindenhurst, is once again pleased to host its annual Oktoberfest event on Sunday, October 3, 2021, from 12:00 – 5:00 pm, in the Village Downtown.  Everyone is invited to enjoy this year’s street-festival atmosphere, with North Wellwood Avenue being closed to vehicular traffic from John Street south to Hoffman Avenue.  Bring your family and meet your friends for mingling on the street with outdoor dining, an array of local vendors, lots of delicious food, and our traditional “Beer Garden”.  If you are interested in participating as a vendor, please contact Mandy at 631-637-4098.

Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle said, “This year’s Oktoberfest is going to be another family-friendly event in our Lindenhurst Downtown, offering something for everyone to enjoy.”

As a reminder, on the day of the event, North Wellwood Avenue, from John Street to Hoffman Avenue, will be closed to traffic between the hours of 10:00AM – 5:00 PM.

LINDENHURST REMEMBERS

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On the beautiful evening of September 11th, Lindenhurst residents gathered at the 9-11 Memorial Garden to remember those from our community who passed twenty years ago on September 11, 2001, those First Responders who have since passed from Ground Zero related sickness, and the 13 U.S. Soldiers who died in the terrorist attack at the Kabul Airport in Afghanistan.  The memorial service was a reflective time of earnest prayers, respectful moments of silence, moving music, and heartfelt words from our local elected officials.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “We will never forget the families that lost loved ones on September 11th, and from Ground Zero related ailments.”

Pictured here are Mayor Lavorata, and former Mayor Lynda Distler, reading the mission statement of the Lindenhurst Remembers 9-11 Memorial Garden.

 

 

 

A MESSAGE FROM LINDENHURST MAYOR MICHAEL LAVORATA

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As I write this message, I hope it finds you safe and dry after another week of rainy weather.

In retrospect, I am so grateful for the incredible work of our Suffolk County Police Department, our Lindenhurst Fire Department & Emergency personnel, Department of Public Works, and Village Hall staff who helped us weather Tropical Storms Ida and Henri.  Many of our volunteer firemen were also called in to offer mutual aid to some of our neighboring municipalities who got hit much harder than we here in Lindenhurst.  Their professionalism and courage never cease to amaze me. Our hearts go out to all those who were devastated by these storms.

On a much happier note, I do want to report that the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce/Village of Lindenhurst “Wednesdays on Wellwood” Block Parties were an overwhelming success!  All enjoyed live music, line dancing, all types of delicious food, local craft beers & meades, shopping with a variety of vendors, and children’s fun and family games.

A big thank you to Trustee RJ Renna and Chamber President Jo Ann Boettcher, and all the Chamber members who worked so hard to make the event a tremendous success!  Thank you also to our Department of Public Works and Public Safety staff.

As always, I remain grateful to serve as your Mayor.

Overdose Awareness Day

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International Overdose Awareness Day marked its 21st anniversary on August 31st.  Its purpose is to raise awareness of overdoses, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends and spread the message that the tragedy of overdose death is preventable.  Over the last year, the COVID-19 pandemic and opioid crisis have converged, and overdose fatalities, that had fallen in recent years, seem to be heading back to an all-time high.

Community Cares groups from Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, and Copiague, in conjunction with the Suffolk County Police Department, held a “Drive-Up & Drop-Off” event for unused, unwanted, expired medicine, followed by a Candlelight Vigil.  The safe disposal of medicines helps to prevent the drugs from falling into the hands of people who might abuse them.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “The Lindenhurst Community Cares Coalition event and Candlelight Vigil sends a strong message to current and former substance users that they are loved, valued, and that overdose death is preventable. The vigil was also a time to remember, without stigma, those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of those who have lost loved ones due to substance abuse.”

Pictured here (left to right) are: Legislative Aide Anne Parmely from NYS Senator Phil Boyle’s Office, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Copiague Community Cares’ Sharon Fattoruso, Lindenhurst Community Cares’ Lori-Ann Novello, and TJ Hatter from the NYS Attorney General’s Office.

20th Year Candlelight Remembrance Service

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The Lindenhurst Remembers Committee and the Incorporated Village of Lindenhurst invite all to attend the Lindenhurst Remembers September 11th 20th Year Candlelight Remembrance Service Saturday, September 11, 2021.

~Service of Remembrance, for those lost on September 11th and first responders~

Assemble 7:00 PM at the Lindenhurst Remembers September 11th Memorial Garden (Intersection of Irmisch Avenue and Byrd Street)

“A community coming together in solidarity to remember those lost on 9-11-01”

Inc. Village of Lindenhurst

Michael A. Lavorata, Mayor

Inquiries call 631-957-7500

9-11 CANDLELIGHT REMEMBRANCE SERVICE

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September 11, 2001, will live in the mind of every American throughout time. America will never forget 9/11/01.  Lindenhurst will never forget.  September is a time to remember all that was lost to us that day: our sense of security, our peace, our innocence, our belief that we were safe beyond such random violence.  Most of all, we remember those who lost their lives on September 11th, and specifically, the eight Lindenhurst residents that lost or gave their lives that horrific day.

This year, the Village of Lindenhurst will be holding our 20th Year Candlelight Remembrance Service beginning at 7:00PM on Saturday, September 11th, 2021 at the Village’s 9-11 Memorial Garden, located on the south side of Lindenhurst Village Park, on Byrd Street between Irmisch Avenue and Heling Boulevard.  All are invited to attend.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “It would be an honor to have you join us as we mark the 20th anniversary of 9-11 and pause to remember.”  For further information about the program, call Lindenhurst Village Hall at 631-957-7500.

WEDNESDAYS ON WELLWOOD

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Due to weather concerns for Wednesday, September 1st the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce has changed the date of Wednesday on Wellwood Block Party to September 8th.

September 8th, from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, the Village of Lindenhurst, in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce, will host the second “Wednesdays on Wellwood” downtown block parties.  North Wellwood Avenue (from John Street to Hoffman Avenue), will be closed to vehicle traffic, so residents can enjoy mingling on the street for outdoor dining, live music and shopping with a host of local vendors and stores.

VILLAGE ANNOUNCES PROJECT AT VILLAGE PARK

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The Village of Lindenhurst has announced plans for a project at Village Park (off of North Alleghany Avenue, between Byrd Street & Charles Street), which will include renovations to the tennis and basketball courts, as well as the addition of two pickleball courts.  The project is expected to begin construction by the end of October.

Trustee RJ Renna said, “Pickleball is a growing sport and these courts will provide a central location in our Village for residents to play this game.”

Mayor Michael Lavorata added, “The two pickleball courts will be a nice enhancement to our Village Park.  This is one of the many on-going projects the Village is undertaking to ensure our Village is a great place to live, work, and play — pickleball, basketball, and tennis!”

Pictured here at the groundbreaking ceremony (left to right) are:  NYS Senator Phil Boyle, Trustee RJ Renna, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Gus Karagrozis, Superintendent of Public Works Rick Sorrentino, Trustee Patrick Pichichero, Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce President Jo-Ann Boettcher, and Parks Department employee Anthony Gambino.

 

VILLAGE FLAGS AT HALF-STAFF

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Mayor Michael Lavorata has requested flags to be flown at half-staff at all Village of Lindenhurst buildings and grounds in honor of the victims of Thursday’s suicide bombings in Afghanistan.  13 U.S. Troops, and nearly 95 Afghans, died in the attacks.

Mayor Lavorata said, “Please pause and pray for the souls of all whose lives were taken due to these senseless acts of terror.”