Medford Chamber of Commerce

11/01/2026

Calling All Medford Trick-or-Treaters!

Let's see those adorable, spooky, silly, and creative Halloween costumes from Halloween 2026!

I'm kicking things off by sharing these spooky ghouls Halloween photos! Now it's YOUR turn!

Drop a picture of your trick-or-treaters in the comments and let's fill the Medford Chamber of Commerce page with Halloween fun!

Come on, Medford! Show us your BOO-tiful costumes!

10/31/2026

Come join the Medford Chamber! We are growing and looking to have many more events in the future. We need YOUR help to make it all happen!!!!! Join now and get the next 2 months for free!

10/31/2026

**A LOCAL HERO, A PROUD SON, AND A COMMUNITY THAT CARES!**

The Medford Chamber of Commerce loves celebrating the people and businesses who make our community such a wonderful place to live, work, and raise our families!

Today, we're giving a special shoutout to **Kevin, a volunteer firefighter with the Yaphank Fire Department**, who recently surprised his son at school while teaching students about fire safety!

Can you imagine how proud his son must have been watching his dad show up in uniform, not just as his father, but as a real-life community hero?

These are the moments children remember forever!

Volunteer firefighters give so much of themselves, often leaving their own families, dinners, holidays, and warm beds to answer the call when someone else needs help. They don't do it for recognition. They do it because they care.

**A huge thank you to Kevin and all our volunteer firefighters for everything you do to keep our communities safe!**

We also want to recognize our fellow Chamber member, **Cirigliano Agency Insurance & Financial Services**, for taking the time to celebrate one of their own!

It's wonderful to see a local business recognizing the incredible contributions its employees make outside the workplace. That's what community is all about!

**When we support local businesses, we're supporting the neighbors, parents, volunteers, and everyday heroes who help make our community stronger.**

Kevin, thank you for your service, and congratulations on creating such a special memory for your son and his classmates!

**From all of us at the Medford Chamber of Commerce, we salute you!**
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10/31/2026

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10/31/2026

Annual Rudi's Halloween Costume Contest!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

10/31/2026

HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM THE MEDFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE!

Calling all ghosts, goblins, witches, superheroes, princesses, and candy-crazed little monsters! It's officially the one night of the year when knocking on strangers' doors and demanding chocolate is socially acceptable!

Before you release your little monsters into the neighborhood, we have a few frightfully important reminders!

SAFETY FIRST, LITTLE GHOULS!

Parents, check that candy before the sugar rush begins! Bring flashlights, watch for traffic, stay together, and keep an eye on those little monsters who suddenly develop Olympic-level sprinting abilities when they spot a house handing out full-size candy bars!

A HUGE SHOUTOUT TO OUR CHERRY LANE, SHORT STREET, APPLE LANE, AND MAPLE STREET FAMILIES!

Let's give these incredible families some serious Halloween love!

Every year, these neighborhoods go above and beyond to create Halloween magic for children and families throughout our community.

And can we talk about the CANDY BILL?!

These families are practically taking out second mortgages to feed the hundreds of little ghosts and goblins who travel from all over to enjoy their generosity!

They spend their own hard-earned money, countless hours decorating, and so much effort making Halloween special for EVERYONE!

So please remember:

- Don't trample their lawns like a zombie apocalypse!
- Respect their decorations and property. Those skeletons have worked hard all season!
- Take your fair share of candy. This isn't an all-you-can-eat buffet!
- Be mindful of driveways, traffic, and neighbors.
- And please show these families some appreciation! A simple thank you goes a long way!

**LOOKING FOR A LITTLE EXTRA FRIGHT TONIGHT?**

**HALLOWEEN HAUNTED HOUSE ON APPLE LANE!**

**Tonight from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM!**

For those brave enough to enjoy some spooky fun, be sure to check it out!

**HALLOWEEN IS FOR EVERYONE, INCLUDING THOSE WITH DISABILITIES!**

Not every child will say "trick or treat." Not every child will wear a costume. Some trick-or-treaters may be older, communicate differently, have sensory sensitivities, or need a little extra time and patience.

Some disabilities are invisible, but kindness should NEVER be!

Please don't judge a child who doesn't speak, make eye contact, wear a costume, or respond the way you expect.

**Save the scary behavior for the haunted houses! Kindness and inclusion should never be frightening!**

**FROM ALL OF US AT THE MEDFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:**

We want to thank the wonderful families and neighbors who make our community such a special place. Your generosity, creativity, and Halloween spirit do not go unnoticed!

Let's show them some love, respect their homes, support our neighbors, and make sure every child has an opportunity to enjoy the magic of Halloween!

**Stay safe, stay spooky, be kind, and remember… the only thing scarier than a haunted house is the price of Halloween candy these days!**

**Happy Halloween from the Medford Chamber of Commerce!**

*Please note: The neighborhood Halloween displays and haunted house mentioned in this post are privately organized community activities and are not hosted, sponsored, or operated by the Medford Chamber of Commerce. We are simply sharing information to help celebrate and recognize the wonderful families who make Halloween special in our community.*

10/29/2026

We are so excited to announce the incredible individuals who will be recognized at the Medford Chamber of Commerce Holly Jolly Holiday Festival & Market on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at Medford Memorial Park!

Over the past several weeks, we have asked our community to nominate school district employees who have made a difference in the lives of our children and families. The response has been wonderful!

From teachers and teaching assistants to custodians, security guards, administrators, and other dedicated staff members, these are the people who help make our schools such special places.

A huge congratulations to our 2026 honorees!
PARENTS, WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Do you recognize someone from your child's school on this list?

Have your children congratulate them! Whether it's a simple thank-you, a handmade card, a kind word in the hallway, or a big congratulations when they see them at school, let's show these wonderful individuals just how much they mean to our children and families.

And if your child has moved on to another school but remembers one of these special people, encourage them to reach out and say congratulations! Sometimes the smallest gestures of appreciation mean the most.

We would also love to see our school communities come out on December 6th to celebrate their honorees in person! Bring your children, invite their classmates, spread the word among your parent groups, and let's fill the park with families cheering on the people who do so much for our kids.

EVENT DETAILS

Sunday, December 6, 2026
Medford Memorial Park

2:00–3:00 PM: Sensory-friendly shopping and Santa experience, with a quieter atmosphere for families who benefit from reduced sensory stimulation.

3:00–6:30 PM: Holiday Festival & Market featuring local vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, children's activities, Santa and his elves, canned food ietm for free photo :) community recognition ceremonies, and our Christmas tree and menorah lighting.

We will also have organizations and resources available for families of children with autism, developmental disabilities, and other special needs. Making this event inclusive and welcoming to all families is especially important to us.

This festival is about so much more than the holidays. It is about celebrating our community, supporting our small businesses, bringing families together, and recognizing the people who make a difference every single day.

Please share this post in your school and parent groups, tag your favorite honorees, and help us congratulate them!

To everyone being honored, thank you for all you do. Your hard work, kindness, and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and we cannot wait to celebrate you!

10/28/2026

Sending a huge thank you to all of our first responders 

Today on National First Responders Day Suffolk County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services would like to honor the brave men and women who answer the call when our communities need them most.

Your courage, dedication, and commitment to helping others makes a difference every single day. ❤️💙

Thank you for always being there when it matters most!

10/28/2026

Today is the big day for the trick-or-treat at the Medford fire department. Have fun everybody!

10/28/2026

Incredible

$1.9 MILLION FOR SAFER STREETS IN MEDFORD!

Today, I joined Patchogue-Medford High School students, teachers, and local officials to celebrate $1.9 million in funding for new sidewalks and pedestrian safety improvements along Buffalo Avenue!

This project started five years ago when teacher Shaun Carlson and his students identified dangerous walking conditions near their school and decided to do something about it.

When the original effort stalled, the Class of 2024 picked up the cause and made it their legacy project. I was proud to work with them and help secure the funding to make their vision a reality.

I want to especially thank Shaun Carlson and his students for their persistence and determination. They never gave up, and neither did we!

It was great to celebrate today with Brookhaven Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro, Supervisor Dan Panico, Senator Dean Murray, Councilman Neil Foley, and the Patchogue-Medford school community.

This is what constituent service is all about—listening, following through, and delivering results!

$1.9 million for safer streets, safer students, and a lasting legacy for the Patchogue-Medford community!