After months of preparation, the Stony Brook Burn Center Committee of the St James Fire Department hosted a special event for pediatric patients who were previously treated in the burn unit at Stony Brook. Our dedicated members, Mark Parris and his wife Lorraine Gari organized a memorable outing to a Long Island Ducks game to brighten the kids’ spirits. Five families joined us for this exciting day.

Each child received multiple souvenirs and had the unique opportunity to cross the field as the “Dream Team,” standing alongside the Ducks during the national anthem. The joy on the children's faces was truly priceless, and everyone had a fantastic time.

This event was sponsored and paid for by Mark’s company, Paris Electric.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Mark and his wife, Lorraine, for leading this committee and keeping our members informed about the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center, including the latest technologies, treatments, and resources available.

While the St. James Fire Department is primarily recognized for our dedicated team of firefighters and EMS personnel, we also take pride in organizing community events beyond our usual duties. If you're interested in learning more about our great organization and the opportunities available, please click on https://www.stjamesfd.org/content/join/