Christian Hutter, of Boy Scout Troop 1634, received the rank of Eagle Scout at a Court of Honor Ceremony, on October 1^st, at the Lindenhurst Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge.  To become an Eagle Scout, a Scout must earn 21 merit badges, demonstrate Scout spirit, serve actively in the troop, hold a leadership position, and produce a service project.

Trustee Joan M. Masterson said, “It was an honor being at Christian’s Court of Honor celebration.  Christian is a shining example of our leadership of tomorrow.”

Mayor Michael Lavorata added, “What a privilege it was to designate October 2^nd as ‘Christian Hutter Day’ in the Village of Lindenhurst.  Our community salutes you.”

Pictured here is Mayor Michael Lavorata, with the President of the Loyal Order of The Moose Lodge #1421 Paul LaMartina, and co-workers during the Lindenhurst Oktoberfest.  The Moose Lodge members were at the Village Square Park Gazebo serving traditional Oktoberfest food — bratwurst, potato pancakes, hot dogs — and “Moose” Burgers!

Mayor Lavorata said, “I would like to thank the Lindenhurst Rotary Club and the Moose Lodge for helping to make this year’s Oktoberfest another great Village Downtown event!  The Moose food booth was delicious, and the Fall weather was perfect for the Oktoberfest festivities.”

On October 3^rd, a fun, family tradition continued as the Lindenhurst Rotary Club’s Oktoberfest returned to the Village’s Downtown.  The event included German food, a Beer Garden, vendors, and lots of other types of foods from our local Downtown eateries.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “I would like to thank the Lindenhurst Rotary Club for continuing the Oktoberfest tradition here in our Village.  I hope everyone enjoyed this wonderful opportunity to spend time with their families, friends, and neighbors on a beautiful Fall day.”

Pictured here with a young member of the Lindenhurst Rotary Interact Club are (left to right): Mayor Michael Lavorata, Deputy Mayor and Rotarian Maryann Weckerle, and Lindenhurst Rotary Club Co-President Pat Chiodo.

Every year, the Village of Lindenhurst hosts a free concert series at Village Square Park.  This year’s concerts featured some awesome performances, family fun, and great entertainment in the Village’s Downtown.

Pictured here during the final concert is Mayor Michael Lavorata, playing the electric guitar and leading the band.

There was another successful event held in the Village of Lindenhurst last week when Polonia of L.I., Inc. held their annual Polish Culture Heritage Day.  The annual event was well-attended with a day full of family activities, traditional Polish dancing and music, scrumptious Polish food and drink, and many vendors.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “Polish Culture Heritage Day is a great way to celebrate the language, culture, and history of our many Polish residents, here in Lindenhurst and on Long Island.

Pictured here with members of Polonia of L.I., Inc. are (left to right): Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Babylon Town Clerk Gerry Compitello, and Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg.

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

On the beautiful evening of September 11^th, 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 11^th, 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.

International Overdose Awareness Day marked its 21^st anniversary on August 31^st.  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.

The Lindenhurst Rotary Club, in conjunction with the Village of Lindenhurst, had a very successful 2021 Snapper Derby at the Charles J. Cowan Marina.  Kids, age 5-12, enjoyed hours of fishing, fun, refreshments, and prizes!

Pictured here (left to right) serving refreshments to the participants are: Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Administrator Clerk Douglas Madlon, and Trustee Joan M. Masterson.