News & Events
President's Message
Dear Ladies,
"Thank You" to Lina Fusco and her committee for their hard work, and to you for making our “Back to the 80’s” fundraiser hugely successful. We look forward to our upcoming projects. Thank you for supporting our efforts to raise money for local charities and families in need.
Victoria Reesman,
Your President
MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Please join us at our Membership Meeting on Tuesday, November 4, at 7:00 p.m. followed by our Social Hour featuring Noshes & Desserts..
BOOZY RADIO MUSIC BINGO BRUNCH
Sunday, November 9th, O’Connell Gardens, 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. $50 includes brunch, boozy refreshments, and DJ entertainment. Please RSVP by November 2nd. Contact Kim Marchetti, PP
516-448-4606.
THANKSGIVING PIE SALE
To show our appreciation to our Members, Mario's Bakery in Oceanside is offering a
cost-effective, convenient way to set your Thanksgiving table with delicious deserts. Please fill out the
Order Form and return it by November 4th along with a check made payable to Ladies Auxiliary #3481, mailed to Vanessa Ambrosecchia, PP, Ladies Auxiliary Knights of Columbus, 2985 Kenneth Place, Oceanside, NY 11572.
ANNUAL RETREAT
Saturday, 11/15,10:00a.m.-2:00p.m. $20 includes lunch. Reserve by 11/5. Please see
flier.
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
We are gathering items for the Thanksgiving Food Drive. Please see the
list of items requested by the Food Pantry and bring your contribution to the Membership Meeting.
CHRISTMAS LOUIS VUITTON & CHANEL RAFFLE FUNDRAISER
$20 per raffle ticket. One lucky winner will choose either the Louis Vuitton or Chanel "WOC" designer bag or the Cash Value of $3,000.00. The Prize drawing date is December 9, 2026. For tickets, contact Vanessa Ambrosecchia, PP,
516-551-5276 or email
vsellhomes@gmail.com. Mail Payment(s) to Vanessa Ambrosecchia PP, Christmas Raffle, 2985 Kenneth Pl, Oceanside, NY 11572. For more information, please contact Jean Hegmann VP at
516-316-3155 or by email at
Jcaph420@gmail.com. Share with your family, friends & neighbors.
LADIES CHRISTMAS PARTY
Tuesday, December 9, 7:00 p.m. Our Christmas Party includes a 3-course dinner, dessert, coffee, soda, and cash bar. Special Guest Appearance: Santa Claus - have you been naughty or nice? Dress in your elegant attire and dancing shoes as there will be a DJ and sing-alongs! Please bring a wrapped $20 new item for our Christmas Gift Exchange. RSVP by 11/20/25. Contact Vannessa Ambrosechhia, PP, at
516-551-5276 to reserve your spot. No payments will be accepted at the door. You must be a member in good standing to attend which means that your 2025/2026 dues must be paid.
RAFFLE DONATIONS
Your raffle donations very much contributed to the success of our charitable fundraising. Donations that you can make to help with this year’s fundraising events will be sincerely appreciated. There will be a table set aside at each Membership Meeting where you can leave anything you can contribute. We are asking for donations of wine and scratcn-offs for October.
MEMBERSHIP DUES 2025/2026
Please see Financial Secretary, Amy Bermudez, PP with your annual $20.00 membership dues for this calendar year before 12/01/2025 to be in good standing. Dues may be paid at membership meetings, by mail or by Venmo. If you have not paid your dues for 2024/2025 you are in jeopardy of being removed from membership (See By-Laws). Pay by Venmo@Lax3481 or by check payable to Ladies Auxiliary. If by mail, send your check to Ladies Auxiliary, Attn: Amy Bermudez PP FS, 2985 Kenneth Pl, Oceanside, NY 11572 and include your phone # and a self-addressed stamped envelope. If you need to update your contact information, email Amy Bermudez at
Amystilesbermudez@gmail.com or Dorothy Episcopia at
dmeliny4512@gmail.com or
516-695-6921. If you have any questions, please contact Amy at
516-384-9566. A list of members not in good standing will go out February 2026.
LIFETIME MEMBER 2025/2026
If you became 80 years of age by September 2, 2025, you can be a "Lifetime Member" and your dues are waived upon proof of your birthdate. Contact FS Amy Bermudez, PP
516-384-9566 or at
amystilesbermudez@gmail.com.
FRATERNAL ASSISTANCE
If there is a sister in need of Financial Assistance through our Fraternal Assistance Program, please call FS Amy Bermudez, PP at
516-384-9566. All requests for help are always kept confidential.
SUNSHINE, SICK & VIGIL
If you know of a member who is sick, in need of prayers or has had a recent death in the family, please contact Lisa James, PP at
516-305-1110 or by email at
mistylee109@yahoo.com.
**SCAM ALERT**
Do not be tricked by scammers asking for Gift Cards, eBay Cards, or Money. No member of the Auxiliary would ever ask you to send Gift Cards or Money! For info, call Vanessa Ambrosecchia, PP, at
516-551-5276.
Auxiliary Calendar 2025
All meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month and will begin at 7pm.
November 4, 2025 - Membership Meeting and Potluck Appetizers & Desserts.
November 9, 2025 - Radio Music Bingo at O’Connell Gardens.
December 9, 2025 - Membership Meeting 6:30 p.m. and Christmas Party.
January 6, 2026 - Membership Meeting and Sneaky Santa.
February 3, 2026 - Membership Meeting and Potluck Appetizers & Desserts.
February 28, 2026 - Murder Mystery Dinner.
March 3, 2026 - Membership Meeting and St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.
April 7, 2026 - Membership Meeting and Pinwheel Making for Memorial Day Parade.
April 19, 2026 - Designer Bag Bingo at O’Connell Gardens.
May 5, 2026 - Membership Meeting 6:45 p.m. and Lady of the Year Celebration.
May (TBA), 2026 - Memorial Day Parade.
June 2, 2026 - Membership Meeting 6:45 p.m. and Installation of Officers.
Knights Corner
BINGO Wednesday Nights: Wednesdays, O'Connell Gardens. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
THEOLOGY ON TAP: Monday, October 20 and Monday November 17, 8:00 – 9:30 p.m.; and Tuesday,
December 2, 7:30 p.m. in the Lounge, preceding the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING: Tuesday, December 2, 8:00 p.m. at O’Connell Gardens.
Respectfully submitted,
Dorothy Episcopia,
Recording Secretary
