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<blockquote><blockquote> Long Island Arts Council at Freeport to Host Annual Arty Party Fundraiser Event Honoring Local Community Leaders Fundraiser to support artistic expression, education, and cultural enrichment accessible to everyone in the community. The Long Island Arts Council at Freeport (LIACF) is pleased to announce its annual Arty Party Fundraiser. The event will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at The Bayview Restaurant in Freeport, NY. This signature event serves as a vital fundraiser to support artistic expression, arts education, and cultural enrichment throughout Freeport and its surrounding communities.&nbsp; The 2026 Arty Party will feature an awards ceremony where the LIACF board will recognize four distinguished individuals and&nbsp;an organization for their significant contributions to the local cultural landscape: &nbsp; - Kirk Larsen: The Arts Recognition (ARTY) Tribute Award&nbsp; - Jack Holly: The Founders Award &nbsp; - Greg Ingino: The Community Service Award &nbsp; - Toby Walker: The Alexander Schanzer Memorial Smart with Art Award &nbsp; - Holocaust Memorial &amp;&nbsp;Tolerance Center: Education Through the Arts Award “The arts are a powerful force for bringing people together, fostering creativity, and building vibrant communities,” said Laurence Dresner, Executive Director of LIACF. “We are proud to provide inclusive opportunities while ensuring these programs remain accessible to all.” Proceeds from the event directly fund the Council’s mission, with 100% of contributions dedicated to maintaining diverse and accessible year-round programming and services for the community. About the Long Island Arts Council at Freeport: Since 1974, the LIACF has been dedicated to enriching lives and uniting communities through the transformative power of the arts. Through advocacy, education, and engagement, the council provides cultural opportunities that inspire creativity, foster connection, and enhance the quality of life for people of all ages. Media Contact: For more information regarding the Arty Party Fundraiser, sponsorship opportunities, ticket inquiries, or LIACF programs, please contact Laurence A. Dresner at <a href="mailto:LarryLIACF@gmail.com" target="_blank">LarryLIACF@gmail.com</a>, call 516- <a href="tel:(516)%20223-2522" target="_blank">516-223-2522</a>&nbsp;, or visit <a href="https://www.liacf.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.liacf.org</a>.</blockquote></blockquote>
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Holy Trinity Orthodox Church at 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow will host its End of Summer Festival on Saturday, September 5 (rain or shine) from 10 AM to 4 PM. It will feature ethnic and BBQ foods, live music, bouncy house and kids’ games, flea market, basket raffle, $1,000 cash prize raffle, and church tours. Admission is free. For more information, contact 516-483-3649, email <a href="mailto:htocem@gmail.com">htocem@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or visit <a href="https://www.htocem.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.htocem.org</a>.

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A special concert featuring 105-year-old Dominick Critelli, a decorated Army Staff Sergeant, WWII veteran and former teacher (at South Shore High School in Brooklyn), who continues to share his love of music with others through his saxophone performances.



At 105 years young, Dominick is proving that age is no barrier to recovery. After a fall resulted in a femur fracture and surgery, he came to Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing to begin his rehabilitation journey. A lifelong musician and veteran, Dominick has never stopped playing the saxophone—a passion that continues to bring him joy and serves as a meaningful way to honor the fellow servicemen he stood alongside during World War II. With the support of the dedicated rehabilitation team at Lynbrook Restorative, he is working to regain his strength, mobility, and independence so he can continue doing what he loves. Dominick, a longtime Long Island resident, has always wanted to honor the fallen soldiers who served our country. He regularly plays his saxophone for the enjoyment of residents and veterans at local veterans’ homes and at Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing. He most recently performed the National Anthem at an Islanders/Rangers game.The special concert will give media an opportunity to meet Critelli, hear him perform and capture the remarkable story of a 105-year-old veteran who continues to honor his fellow servicemen and women through music.

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The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
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The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
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Long Island Arts Council at Freeport to Host Annual Arty Party Fundraiser Event

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Bayview on the Water, 395 Woodcleft Ave, Freeport, NY

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