National Ice Cream Month May Help Residents Cool Off

July in Lindenhurst isn’t only beautiful, but also very hot – especially this week. But not to worry. Residents seeking a tasty way to cool off should know that July is also National Ice Cream Month.

This month was designated as such in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan in order to recognize the dairy treat that’s enjoyed by 90 percent of the population.

In the proclamation President Reagan called for all U.S. people to observe the month with "appropriate ceremonies and activities."

The proclamation also recognized the ice cream industry and dairy farmers as a key part of the economy, noted the International Ice Cream Association (IICA) in a release about the event. The IICA is a constituent organization of IDFA.

For Lindenhurst residents seeking to raise a sundae cup in celebration and cool off with a tasty treat, here are some local places to buy some ice cream, and some Italian ices, too:

• , 48 East Sunrise Highway.
• , 350 East Montauk Highway.
• , 221 East Sunrise Highway.
• , 334 East Montauk Highway.
• , 173 South Wellwood Avenue.
• , 674 West Montauk Highway
• , 678 West Montauk Highway.
• , South Wellwood Avenue.
• Friendly’s in nearby West Babylon.
• Friendly’s in nearby Copiague.
• Grandma's Kitchen Homemade Ice Cream in nearby West Babylon.