On Our Island 12/6/2024 | Long Island Business News

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Cona Elder Law honors LI veterans with art competition

Cona Elder Law held its 15th annual “These Colors Don’t Run” art contest at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook, featuring work created by local elementary, middle and high school students, emphasizing local veterans. The patriotic event brought together veterans, families and the local community to celebrate creativity and honor the sacrifices of those who served.

This year’s winning artists were: Maggie Deegan, 11th Grade, Harborfields High School (Greenlawn); Marjorie Callahan, 5th Grade, RJO Intermediate (Kings Park); and Harry Li, 3rd Grade, W.S. Mount Elementary (Stony Brook).

Jericho students create book through Canon’s authors project

Students at Jericho High School participated in a book signing in support of their work as part of the Future Authors Project, a writing workshop supported by Canon Solutions America. The students got to experience the thrill of being published authors for their book “Forklore,” a collection of their works based on a culinary theme and how communal gatherings can help strengthen interpersonal connections.

As part of the project, students used Canon imaging equipment during the creative process to capture vivid photographs to accompany their written work. The writings and photos of the students were combined into the book, with each student earning a published author credit.

Natural history museum launches holiday Giving Back initiatives

The South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) has commenced its Giving Back initiatives this holiday season, highlighting its dedication to the local community.

During the Thanksgiving season, SOFO’s Co-Founder and Board President, Andy Sabin launched his Annual Appeal Challenge Grant, pledging to match all gifts under $10,000, up to a total of $50,000. This initiative inspires donors to double their impact and directly benefits SOFO’s educational and outreach programs.

The museum also donated proceeds from the Summer’s Gala’s Special Ask appeal to local food pantries serving underserved families in the Bridgehampton area. These contributions reflect SOFO’s commitment to supporting those in need over the holidays.

Local bands rock out at LIMEHOF 20th Anniversary celebration

One-dozen acts performed at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF), which held a two-day 20th anniversary holiday celebration party at the organization’s Stony Brook Village museum location.

Presented by Catholic Health, the event featured non-stop entertainment from bands and performers from across Long Island. In addition to these live performances, attendees enjoyed holiday music, videos of LIMEHOF inductees, complimentary apple cider and cookies, and visits from Santa Claus on both days. The sleigh from Twisted Sister’s Christmas Special was also on display in the museum lobby.