Sunday, November 9, 2025
The Oyster Bay Town Board has authorized the annual Special Olympics “Polar Plunge” to take place at TOBAY Beach on March 29.
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, who has participated in the event every year since taking office in 2017, is expected to take part again this year.
Donations and sponsorships are encouraged at all levels. Participants who raise $150 will receive the official 2025 Polar Plunge hoodie. Those who raise $500 by March 7 will be able to sponsor a local Special Olympics New York athlete, with their name featured on the back of the official Plunge hoodies.
Fundraisers who collect $1,000 for the event will receive a long-sleeve T-shirt to acknowledge their support. Additionally, those who raise $2,500 will receive an exclusive Polar Plunge Snuggie in recognition of their fundraising achievements.
All proceeds from the event benefit Special Olympics New York, supporting year-round sports training and competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The funds provide these athletes with opportunities at no cost to them or their families, while also raising awareness of intellectual disabilities in New York.
Registration for the Polar Plunge will begin at 9 a.m. on March 29, with the plunge scheduled to start at 11 a.m.
The Oyster Bay Polar Plunge is part of a series of ten events across the state, with the Rochester Polar Plunge kicking off the season on Feb. 2. The Oyster Bay event, initiated in 2014, has been held annually at TOBAY Beach, except for March 2020, when it was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In other business at the Town Board’s February 25 meeting, the Board:
Authorized a “Hometown Heroes Program” to honor and appreciate all Town of Oyster Bay veterans and active-duty personnel who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces or the National Guard.
Approved two Town of Oyster Bay Car Shows at TOBAY Beach, scheduled for April 27 (rain date May 3) and September 28 (rain date October 5).
Authorized the “Shootout for Soldiers” lacrosse event at John J. Burns Park in Massapequa on July 10.
Approved the Special Olympics Spring Games at Plainedge High School on May 3 (rain date May 4).
Authorized the Town’s Summer Pool Safety Class at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa on July 8.
The next town board meeting is March 11, 10 a.m., Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay. For more information call the town at 516-624-6380 or go online: OysterBayTown.com.
