Kim Davis (left), Village Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, Village residents Ashley (second from left) and Michaela (second from right) and Allan M. Dorman (right), Mayor, Village of Islandia, enjoy the festivities at the Village’s 20th Annual BBQ, which took place at Memorial Recreational Field on July 19.
More than 1,000 residents came out to celebrate the Village of Islandia’s 40th anniversary during its 20th Annual BBQ, which took place at Memorial Recreational Field on July 19. The theme for the BBQ was “Red, White & Blue,” as residents came to the event wearing the colors of the U.S.A. in celebration of the nation’s 249th birthday.
Village employees and volunteers served delicious food, while children enjoyed various fun activities such as hay rides, a water slide, and a petting zoo. In addition, there was the traditional blueberry pie eating contest. Mayor Dorman thanked everyone for coming out and making it such a special day.
Allan M. Dorman (fourth from left), Mayor, Village of Islandia, joins in the ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Burlington, located at 1730 Veterans Memorial Highway. Also pictured (left to right): John Iacobellis, Northeast Regional Vice President, Burlington Stores; Dorothy Connolly, District Asset Protection Manager, Burlington Stores; Tom Conroy, District Manager, Burlington Stores; Carlos Silva, Store Manager, Burlington; and Jason Coiscou, Assistant Store Manager, Burlington.Allan M. Dorman (third from left), Mayor, Village of Islandia, joins in the presentation of a $5,000 donation from Burlington to Andrew T. Morrow Elementary School through AdoptAClassroom.org. Also pictured (left to right): Dr. Neema Coker, Principal, Andrew T. Morrow Elementary School; Dr. Sharon Dungee, Superintendent of Schools, Central Islip School District; and Christine Starna, Assistant Principal, Andrew T. Morrow Elementary School. Students, Central Islip School District staff, and Burlington employees took part in the event.
On July 11, Allan M. Dorman, Mayor, Village of Islandia, joined representatives from Burlington Stores to celebrate the grand opening of the national retailer’s newest location at 1730 Veterans Memorial Highway. The new store, which occupies a portion of the former Stop & Shop site that closed in 2022, marks an important step in the revitalization of this shopping center.
The first 100 customers aged 18 and over received a $10 bonus card to use toward their purchase. Burlington also demonstrated its commitment to the community by donating $5,000 to Andrew T. Morrow Elementary School through the national nonprofit AdoptAClassroom.org. The funds will help provide students with much-needed classroom supplies.
The new Islandia Burlington features a redesigned 30,000 square-foot store layout and the retailer’s latest branding: “Deals. Brands. WOW!” The modernized layout is part of Burlington’s continued efforts to offer customers a more convenient and enjoyable shopping experience.
Burlington Stores offers an extensive selection of discounted merchandise, including apparel for men, women, and children, as well as footwear, beauty products, baby items, accessories, toys, home décor, and more.
“This shopping center had been underutilized for years,” Mayor Dorman said. “Welcoming a national retailer like Burlington helps breathe new life into the area. It not only offers our residents a wider selection of shopping options, but also signals positive economic growth for our Village.”
Allan M. Dorman (front row, fourth from left), Mayor, Village of Islandia, is joined by village officials, veterans from the Col. Francis S. Midura Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #12144 and members of the Central Islip Fire Department at the Memorial Day ceremony on May 24.
On May 24, local war veterans, residents, and members of the Col. Francis S. Midura Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #12144 and the Central Islip Fire Department joined Allan M. Dorman, Mayor, Village of Islandia, for a special Memorial Day wreath laying ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Triangle. The ceremony honored those who sacrificed their lives for this country.
During the ceremony, Mayor Dorman recognized those veterans who were in attendance and asked everyone else to remember those who sacrificed their lives so that this country continues to remain free.
The ceremony also included an invocation by Tom Brauner, Chaplain, VFW Post #12144 and ended with a laying of the wreaths by members of the VFW and village officials.
Each spring, the Village of Islandia brings the community together for its annual Easter celebration. Despite the heavy rain on April 12, dedicated officials, volunteers, and local Boy Scouts braved the weather to deliver Easter baskets to Islandia’s children, each containing colorful eggs with vouchers for special prizes redeemable at Village Hall.
Pictured (left to right): Village Trustee Tom Annicaro, Mayor Dorman and Deputy Mayor Raymond Bush are sworn in by Village Attorney Joe Prokop (right) during the Village’s Organizational Night.
The Village of Islandia held its Organizational Night on April 1, in which Mayor Dorman, Village Trustee Tom Annicaro and Deputy Mayor Raymond Bush were sworn in. All three won their respective elections held on March 20.
Pictured (left to right): Chipotle Field Leaders Viviana Morales and Ricardo Alvayero, Certified Training Manager Ana Alvayero, Mayor Dorman, Area Manager Hank Zhang, Village Public Safety Director Kim Davis and Code Enforcement Officer Jason Fassler. Standing behind Ms. Davis are Village Employee Keith Kellner (left), and Deputy Mayor Raymond Bush (right). Kneeling: Chipotle Director of Operations Keith Moore.
Mayor Dorman attended the ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony for Chipotle Mexican Grill, located at 1900 Veterans Memorial Highway, on March 25. In addition to the spacious indoor dining area, there is also a drive-thru that can easily be accessed from the highway.
Dave & Buster’s General Manager Mark Kelly (in green suit) prepares to cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of its new “Store of the Future” in Islandia
Village residents turned out for Dave & Buster’s new “Store of the Future” on March 14. Some of the store’s new features include High-Tech Darts; the Arena, an all-new, all-immersive gaming experience; Social Shuffle, a new take on shuffleboard; and the WOW Wall, a wall of TVs including a 40-foot flatscreen complete with reverberating surround sound.
Pictured (from left to right): Breslin Realty Development Corp. Vice President & Director of Leasing Robert Delavale, President Kenneth Breslin, Vice President of Development, Construction & Property Management Bob Rosenberg, Doherty Enterprises Vice President Gregory George; Mayor Dorman; Panera Bread General Manager Chris Grillo, Village Code Enforcement Supervisor Kimberly Davis; Doherty Enterprises Area Manager Dan O’Brien, Village Building Inspector Gerald Peters and Village Fire Marshal Kevin Peterson.
On January 10, Mayor Allan M. Dorman joined local officials and representatives from Doherty Enterprises at a “breaking bread” ceremony to mark the grand opening of a new Panera Bread location at 1900 Veterans Highway.
The café, which features high ceilings, large windows, and a spacious patio for outdoor seating, offers a warm and welcoming environment for patrons. It is also one of only three Panera Bread locations in Suffolk County to include a convenient drive-thru, catering to the needs of busy Long Islanders.
“We are always happy to welcome new businesses to Islandia, especially ones that bring people together,” said Mayor Dorman. “Panera Bread offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where residents can enjoy great food and connect with one another. We look forward to seeing it become a favorite spot in the community.”
The opening of Panera Bread marks another step in Islandia’s continued economic growth, offering new job opportunities and a welcoming space for residents and visitors alike.
