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A high school diploma—for some it is a stepping stone to their collegiate futures, for others it embodies thirteen years of hard work.

On June 24, 452 Farmingdale High School seniors in the graduating class of 2014 adorned their cap and gown for its commencement ceremony at Hofstra University’s David S. Mack Sports & Exhibition Complex. Friends, family, alumni

and community members were in attendance to watch the newest graduates walk across the stage. At the ceremony, class salutatorian Minhal Ahmed and valedictorians

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Teaching Speeders A Lesson BY FARMINGDALE OBSERVER STAFF FARMINGDALE@ANTONNEWS.COM School zone speedsters face an new round of surveillance in the state’s effort to thwart their reckless ways. Governor Andrew Cuomo recently enjoyed a photo-op at nearby Bethpage High School, signing legislation that

authorizes the addition of school speed zone cameras in Nassau and Suffolk counties. Proponents say the new law aims to enhance safety in school areas by encouraging drivers to travel with caution, as well as support law enforcement efforts to crack down on

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If you’ve walked down Main Street recently , you’ve probably noticed a huge demolition site where a series of shopping outlets used to be . The site which is located at 231 Main Street is part of the Staller Associates Project which includes 26 luxury apartment units and 3,100 square feet of retail space. Just a few blocks way at 285 Eastern Parkway, 27 additional housing units are being built as part of the Staller project. The developments, along with the new Jefferson Plaza Apartments on Main Street, bring multi-family housing and small retail units to the Village. “These projects bring people to our Village with disposable income who will shop at our stores and eat at our restaurants,” said Farmingdale Mayor, Ralph Ekstrand. “They will help bring a presence to our Village and make Farmingdale the place to be.” Mayor Ekstrand added that he hopes the new apartments and retail outlets will bring younger people back to the area to give them the incentive to shop locally in the village. “A lot of the people who live and work here are part of the baby boomer demographic and I hope with

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Woodward Hosts 5th Grade Awards Students Honored For Various Attributes, Including Leadership And Citizenship The Farmingdale School District’s Woodward Parkway Elementary School recently hosted its annual 5th grade awards ceremony. The event recognizes graduating students who excelled both in and out of the classroom. Olivia Grace Callahan was awarded with the Dr. Gary E. Karp Community Service Award, for a student who is committed to making the school a better place while honoring the memory of former Board of Education President Dr. Gary E. Karp. Olivia served as a mentor to kindergarten students, was a valuable member of the school’s Ambassador’s Club and was an active participant in the school’s band and chorus. Ronald “Ronny” E. Broadman III was presented with the school’s Board of Education Scholarship and Citizenship Award. The award is presented to students who demonstrate scholastic achievement, discipline and leadership. Ronny is an avid reader who enjoys mathematics, science and history. He was active in the school’s Odyssey of the Mind

Ronald E. Broadman III program, a member in the school’s orchestra and jazz band and a participant in the school’s Ambassador’s Club. In addition, he mentored his younger peers as part of the school’s Friendship Club. The Woodward Parkway Elementary School congratulates the following students who were

Olivia Grace Callahan additionally recognized at the 5th grade awards ceremony: Julia Badalamenti, Stephen Gerard Kessler, Olivia Grace Espinosa, Ritchy Alexis, Taylor Lewy, Natasha Pineda and Mathew Grieshaber. — Submitted by the Farmingdale School District

| PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Farmingdale Student Graduates Hartwick Ashley Zizzo of Farmingdale recently graduated Hartwick College with a degree in Psychology. During her time at Hartwick College, Zizzo also participated in Women’s Equestrian and Pre-Engineering.

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Kassandra Vecchio Receives DiOrio Scholarship Linda DiOrio had the pleasure of presenting this year’s Erik DiOrio Memorial Scholarship to Kassandra Vecchio. The scholarship was established in the memory of DiOrio’s son, a Farmingdale High School Class of 2007 graduate. Vecchio will attend SUNY Farmingdale in the fall with an interest in Liberal Arts and Computer Science.

Last month, Rebecca Zablocki, Peter Thompson, Emma Murray, and Robert Godas of Farmingdale graduated from the University of Hartford. Zablocki graduated magna cum laude from the University’s Art School with a BFA in printmaking. Thompson graduated from the University’s College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions with a Bachelor of Science in health science. Murray graduated from the University’s College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture with a Bachelor of Science in architectural engineering technology. Godas graduated magna cum laude from the University’s Hartt School with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in music theatre. Julian Sarria of Melville also graduated magna cum laude from the University’s Hartt School with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in music theatre. — Submitted by readMedia

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SPEEDERS from page 1 violators and prevent accidents caused by speeding. “New York State will not tolerate drivers who exercise reckless behavior and put other people at risk—especially around our schools,” Cuomo said. “By empowering Nassau and Suffolk Counties to install dozens of speed cameras in school zones, we are helping to protect our students and ultimately save lives. This should send a message to all drivers.” But some taxpayers see the move as another revenue gimmick. The addition of school speed zone cameras comes after five Farmingdale High School teens—Carley, Tristan, Jesse, Noah, and Cody—died in a car wreck on Conklin Street this past May. Conklin, also known as Rt. 24 and Hempstead Turnpike, has seen an average of three pedestrian deaths a year, over the past decade. Although the accident was nowhere near a school zone, it has become a sensitive issue. Following the accident, Cuomo sent a letter to Farmingdale Mayor Ralph Ekstrand, informing him that the state recently installed two speed

controller trailers to inform motorists of their speed. Additionally, in an effort to try and prevent any future accidents, Cuomo said the state plans on installing new radar technology that will identify speeding vehicles, which will trigger the connected traffic signal to switch to red, forcing the driver to come to a stop. Camille Toma, a member of the Farmingdale PTA, said that residents have been complaining about people speeding down Conklin and Rt. 24 for years. “If he really cared then he should have done something when people were complaining,” Toma said. “I think the Governor is capitalizing on our tragedy ... I think it’s disgusting.” While some in the Farmingdale community feel Cuomo’s efforts are too little, too late, others agree that catching more speeders is a necessary measure towards saving young lives. In the adjacent community of Bethpage, Round Swamp Road

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resident Scott Grann said he has been living in front of the Old Bethpage Elementary School for close to 20 years. In that time, he said he has seen and heard many drivers burning rubber, just steps away from his house. “People drive like animals down this road,” he said, adding that he hopes cameras will deter high-speed driving. “It’s beyond people just going a touch over the speed limit. Trucks driving to the expressway from Farmingdale come barreling down the road, right past the school, going at least 50. They don’t care.” The new law, which will take effect in 30 days, authorizes Nassau and Suffolk counties to establish a pilot program with speed cameras in school speed zones—one per school district—to record speeding violations as they occur, without requiring

a police officer to be present at the scene. The law enables speed cameras to be placed in up to 56 school speed zones in Nassau County. According to data released by the governor’s office, there is a 70 percent chance that a child hit by a vehicle going 40 mph will be killed, but a child hit by a vehicle traveling at 30 mph has an 80 percent chance of surviving. Officials said implementing speed cameras in school speed zones will supplement police presence on the streets in catching speeding violations and preventing the accidents that arise from speeding. Aside from catching drivers in the act, officials said the presence of speed enforcement cameras will also encourage drivers to proceed with caution through school speed zones, thus enhancing the safety of children, pedestrians and drivers alike. “A school zone safety report indicates 200 motorists per hour exceeded the posted limit by 25mph,” said Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano. “I thank Governor Cuomo for approving this pilot program as it protects our children and serves as an important message to motorists to exercise care in our school zones.”

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Leah Ragno and Elijah Mas shared a few words with the audience about their experiences in Farmingdale and the journey ahead. Afterwards, Farmingdale High School Principal Glen Zakian took the podium, to tell the students how proud he is that each and everyone

in the Class of 2014 has embraced the meaning of “Daler Pride.” “I have had the pleasure to watch these students mature and grow into fine young men and woman in four years,” Zakian said. “Not only did they succeed in the classroom and reach this level of achievement, but they have become role models and valuable members in our community.”

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After receiving their diplomas, students turned their tassels to the right, so as to turn over a new leaf into their newest life journey as young adults, before tossing their caps into the air. “We are extremely proud of our graduates who worked hard to achieve their goals and earn their high school diplomas,” said Farmingdale School District

Superintendent John Lorentz. “Our high-level course offerings and extensive programs have provided the Class of 2014 with the necessary skills and foundation to pursue their dreams, in both, higher education and in the workforce. We look forward to hearing back from our new alumni in the future, and for them to share their success stories with us.”

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give the street sought of a New Orleans flavor and will allow people to interact with each other from balcony to street level. It will also promote walkability in the Village.” The project is expected to take 18 months to complete. The Staller project on Eastern Parkway is a $7.5 million dollar project that includes 40,000 square feet among 27 rental apartment units. The 3 1/2 story building that is being planned is currently in a demolition phase and work will commence once the final blueprints and engineering specs have been completed. Work is expected to begin in three to four months. The new development will also offer self contained parking on its premises.

these projects that young people will feel they can come back to one of the great communities on Long Island,” said Ekstrand. The project at 231 Main Street will feature a brick layout similar in appearance to St. Kilian Church and large glass plate windows. It is a transit oriented development that is located in the heart of Main Street and is a three minute walk fro the train station. The complex will have three floors and and will be outfitted with high rise balconies and will have self contained parking availability. “I love the idea of balconies on Main Street” Ekstrand said. “It will

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The value of personal expression is perhaps most richly observed through the eyes of a young artist. Julia Maher, who will be entering her senior year at Farmingdale High School this fall, has been putting color and shape to canvas for as long as she can remember. Coming from a family with deep artistic sensibilities, Maher’s work allows her a greatly needed emotional outlet. “It has always helped me express myself in ways that other kids couldn’t,” she said. “Even in elementary school. I don’t think I was that good at first, but through school with teachers and fellow artists, I was able to work at it and become a lot better.” Next school year, Maher will take an advanced placement art class, a college course to help her craft a portfolio. But before building a portfolio, Maher had to build confidence in her work — and that is something she continues to accomplish with support from an artisitic community at school and at home. “I love talking to other artists. It helps me learn about all different artistic media,” she said. “I have a close friend and he taught me how to use charcoal. I also had a teacher who showed me how to use water colors. And both have expanded my work.” And those influences have 19A

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| GARDENERS CALENDAR Summer School For Gardeners Hofstra University’s School of Continuing Education offers several one-evening summer seminars on topics horticultural. Sign up now for a 10 percent early registration discount on tuition. All courses are taught by Vincent Simeone, Director of Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park in Oyster Bay, New York. Simeone He received an AAS degree in ornamental horticulture from SUNY Farmingdale and a BS in ornamental horticulture from the University of Georgia, Athens, GA. Since 2005 Simeone has published four books: Great Flowering Landscape Shrubs, Great Flowering Landscape Trees, Great Landscape Evergreens and The Wonders of the Winter Landscape. The prolific lecturer gives an average of 50 horticultural presentations a year to garden clubs, plant societies, professional landscape, nursery and arboricultural trade associations and academic institutions, and he has appeared on garden shows including Martha Stewart Living and HGTV. In 2010, the Long Island Nursery and Landscape Association named him its Man of the Year. For more information on Hofstra’s summer gardening or other courses, email ce@hofstra.edu or call 516-463-7200. • July 15 Grow More With Less: Creating a Sustainable Landscape With limited natural resources and other

color and bark interest can really spice up a garden. Using these plants in effective plant combinations can further enhance the natural beauty of the garden. This topic will explore woody plants that possess two or more seasons of interest and how to use them effectively in the landscape. Other considerations will include attracting wildlife into the landscape. July 22 at 6 p.m. $65

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Farmingdale United Methodist Church Confirms Youth The Farmingdale United Methodist Church, at 407 Main St in Farmingdale, recently welcomed seven youth into membership through confirmation, a public reaffirmation of baptismal vows before the church congregation. In United Methodist tradition, the confirmands are between the ages of 14-16 and have been nurtured in the church since their baptism as an infant or young child. — Submitted by the Farmingdale United Methodist Church

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ARTISTS from page 1A direction from instructors. Maher noted that it is in the immediacy of inspiration that she often comes up with her best work. “When the thought hits me right away, that is when my work usually comes out the best,” she said. “But art isn’t always like that. Sometimes it can take a long time for an idea to come together.” And when those times hit, Maher said it is important for an artist to power through and use inspiration’s

slow burn to their advantage. “There are plenty of times when I don’t think a piece is coming together in the way I want,” she said. “But when I give myself a little time to think about it and I organize my thoughts, my idea develops into something better than expected.” And with a brightly shaded career in art ahead of her, Maher will continue to nurture her expressionist nature. “An artist shouldn’t rush into things,” she said. “Give it time and don’t give up.”

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| EDITORIAL Summer Starts When The Sky Is Lit While June 21 is considered the official start of summer, the real fun doesn’t kick off until bottle rockets, firecrackers, roman candles, sparklers and jumping jacks are lighting the night sky on July 4th, honoring the adoption of the Declaration of Independence 238 years ago. Rarely does it rain on July 4th (we’re having a hard time remembering when it did), which makes the night that much more sweet. You can step out your door and find a fireworks celebration almost anywhere in Nassau County.

Sitting in a lawn chair on the Village Green in Farmingdale for the concert series (this year it’s on July 9) marks a time-honored tradition of lounging around, forgetting about the work week ahead. The cotton candy and toy cart makes its way around the perimeter of the park, while the Good Humor and Mister Softee trucks sit nearby, giving the kids a bridge between the music and firework-filled sky. The Nassau Pops put on quite a show each year. From kid smiles to adult “aaahhs,” Independence Day pushes families towards the heart of summer, one pop and sizzle at a time.

Great Summer Events In Nassau County Parks I am so very proud of our parks system and all we have to offer in our great county. This summer, we have an action-packed lineup. With a combination of quality entertainment and fun activities for the whole family, we look forward to seeing you out and about. Alongside my continued dedication to creating tourism, the incredible support we have received from local business sponsors has made bringing top-notch events to our residents at no additional cost, a great reality. Here’s a look at some upcoming happenings. Pack your lawn chair and mark your calendar, because we have some good old-fashioned entertainment in store. The month of July is going to be full. Beginning with a musical performance by Swingtime Big Band on Wednesday, July 2, we are kicking off quite a busy time. The following day, again stop by the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park to enjoy Mike DelGuidice and the Billy Joel Band. Both acts will hit the stage at 7 p.m. If it’s up to us, this Fourth of July is going to be one you are sure to remember. Starting at 10 a.m., the 1864 Independence Day Celebration will

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EDWARD P. MANGANO be flowing with music, dancing, trade demonstrations, speeches, a parade and so much more to enjoy. We hope to see you all at Old Bethpage Village Restoration for the fun. If Friday’s festivities aren’t enough, grab the family and head to Lakeside Theatre on Saturday, July 5, for Neil Berg’s much-anticipated “100 Years of Broadway.” Like most of our musical performances, this must-see production is free of charge and will start at 7 p.m. The International Music Nights Concert Series is a great Nassau County tradition, with nearly two-dozen nights dedicated to music and culture that honor a range of ethnic groups. Be sure to stop by and enjoy the park, music and culture all summer long. Help us to continue

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My Grandfather’s Last Thoughts Editor’s note: Michael Pevsner of Massapequa Park recently earned first place in Anton Community Newspapers and Cockpit USA’s essay contest about military heroes. Pevsner submitted the following essay about his grandfather, Private First Class Harold Hibler, who served in WWII, in the Army’s 101st Infantry. Hibler was a survivor of the Battle of the Bulge and received a Purple Heart for his actions. Hibler was discharged in 1945. He passed away on Aug. 23, 2008. My grandfather’s last thoughts could have been...of shrieking bullets overhead and seeing his young comrades so alive one moment, covered in blood the next during the Battle of the Bulge. It could have been leaving school at so early an age, taking any job to earn what wages he could to support his family during the Great Depression. It could have been of his private war with heart disease, finally succumbing after a valiant struggle. I hope, however, that my grandfather’s last thoughts were of the family he created and the loving legacy he left us all. Harold Hibler, PFC, was a man of integrity, hard work, and thrift. A decorated war hero who survived the Battle of the Bulge, went on to work his entire life, and still found time for his family. A man whose biggest desire in the world was to see his children and grandchildren receive the education that he did not have the chance to get, and to see them benefit from his lifetime of dedicated work. One who is remembered as a role model, a man whom I am proud to call my grandfather. One of my grandfather’s core values was hard work. As a child of the Depression, and a man who constantly worked from the age of 18, until he was 83, at jobs ranging from selling papers in the streets of Brooklyn, to owning a gas station supply shop in Queens. He held a serious work ethic in the highest regard, and that was not lost on me. He encouraged me to challenge myself and not waste a moment, goals I am reaching now by maintaining grades in four AP classes, working two jobs, and devoting countless hours of my time to my school’s Key Club; organizing events, collecting money for UNICEF, ringing the Salvation Army bell in December and running my

school’s Key Club website. All of these things gave my grandfather pride in me, and continue to give me pride in myself. My grandfather took me to work with him in Queens all of the time; more recently, he congratulated me on my first official job, at Massapequa News. Shortly after that, he called me from the hospital, while he had his own matters to deal with, to congratulate me on getting yet another job, at CVS. The last material object I showed my grandfather was my first pay stub from CVS. Never have I seen anyone smile as brightly. Another virtue my grandfather bestowed upon me was that of prudence. Again, as he was a child of the Depression-era, waste was not tolerable in his house. He firmly believed that one man’s refuse was another’s treasure, and on my own scavenger hunts through his basement, I have found vintage designer clothes, license plates, car parts, tools and even a portable record player, most of which he saved from the misfortune of spending eternity in a landfill. He was more resourceful than a Hollywood spy, and I inherited that sense. I have always followed after him in being careful not to throw away something that can be useful a second time, especially if that something can bring back memories or be resold as a collectible. One of my hobbies is collecting sneakers; my grandfather always wanted to see me sell a pair of rare sneakers for more than what I paid. Looking now at the values of some sneakers that I have accumulated, if I had the heart to part with a pair, I could do just that, turn my sneaker collection into an investment. Beyond that, among my most treasured possessions are random little journals and notebooks that my grandfather got as souvenirs from stores, business contacts, and promotions, each signed “love always”, that now house both memories of him and my written words spanning from the moment I was able to write, to present day. My grandfather was, and still is, a role model. The things I hold closest to my heart are the wealth of memories I have of him and the lessons and characteristics he passed on to me.

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Museum Of American Armor On The Fourth Of July The Museum of American Armor at Old Bethpage Village Restoration will roll out of its new $5 million home and present selected vehicles for operational display on Friday, July 4. Armor experiences will be offered to a number of D-Day veterans and new members of the museum while living historians provide visitors with a glimpse of what their

grandfathers experienced some 70 years ago while FDR is heard over vintage loudspeakers. The Museum of American Armor, at 1303 Round Swamp Road, in Old Bethpage, will be open on the Fourth between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Its collection includes World War II tanks, artillery, armored cars and weapons that broke the back of the Axis powers during World War II.

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| VETERANS | WALL OF HONOR At left: Rinaldo “Len” Aloisio, Army, Corporal, Fort Bliss, Texas, circa November 1951.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your fantasy life is strong, and you could spend a good deal of energy building castles in the air. You can’t live in them, but some of the ideas are practical enough to apply once you touch back down to Earth. A healthy balance means allowing yourself to dream but commanding yourself to take practical steps, as well. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). This week shows you in an ambitious mood, and you’ll require much of yourself. Of course, it’s difficult to make big things happen if you are distracted by every enticement along the way. Because you’re after the larger experiences of life, you feel the need to bring your lower appetites into control. CANCER (June 22-July 22). This week you have something that really needs to be accomplished and a message to match the task. There will be no such thing as over-communicating it. To keep yourself and everyone around you on purpose, repeat yourself often. Find new ways to say it. With constant communication, you will get there.

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A fellow in his late 50s, a successful salesman in the medical-equipment field, stopped by my office recently to discuss addiction. He has been reading my columns on the topic, and wanted to share some thoughts. He is an alcoholic who has been sober for several decades, and now works with others trying to beat addictions, most commonly, heroin. “The story is always the same,” he said, nodding his head knowingly. “Always the same.” By that, he means how people become addicts to substances ranging from alcohol to opiates and what they do to deny it, hide it and ultimately get in deeper and deeper. Listen to the stories of addicts, he said, and whether it’s a Hollywood star who gulps Grey Goose from a water bottle or a suburban kid copping oxycontin out of medicine cabinets, the trajectory of the tragedy is always the same. Then, there comes a point where some addicts get clean and many don’t. Here, all of the stories aren’t the same. Sometimes, with luck, the parents can step in, and after trying everything, try yet something else. And it works. Add in support from people like my sober salesman, and the story doesn’t have to end in tears. Here’s one such story from a local mom: As a parent of a heroin addict, I have been following with great interest your series on addiction. The disease of addiction is very insidious. It starts out slowly and then takes over every facet of the addict’s life and the family’s life as well. Our family went through many years of pain and suffering. I don’t think that words can describe the helplessness that one feels as they watch a loved one self-destruct. As a family unit we went to all of the family components of every rehab that my child was involved in—the words can be helpful, but if the actions of the addict don’t change, you still have that feeling of helplessness. Unfortunately, our society looks at addiction as if it should be controlled by the addict—as if they can willingly just turn off that switch that makes them use and become healed. People you think of as friends don’t give you the same comfort they would were your child suffering from cancer, diabetes or any other disease. “You, the addict, should fix it yourself.” Our insurance companies think that patients should be cured after

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JOHN OWENS three or four days of detox. They won’t pay for extended care, and unless the family has thousands and thousands of dollars to pay for their loved one’s care, with no guarantee of a cure, you are on your own. There is a twofold problem with most of the rehab facilities in the New York: They all seem primarily concerned about the financial aspect of the case, and most of the programs are rather punitive in nature. After a particularly bad run, I took my son to a facility in North Palm Beach, Fla. Their whole approach to the addict is so different from anything I have seen in New York. They are genuinely concerned with the addict’s recovery. The clients live in an apartment and are responsible for taking care of cooking, cleaning and such. In addition to therapy sessions, they go to outside Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, and are encouraged to get a sponsor. They have an opportunity to meet many sober people. They also do extracurricular activities, such as going to the gym, movies and bowling. They get to see and live a sober life. This can only be accomplished with the client’s willingness to do step work and participate in these groups. After 90 days there, my son came home a changed person. He is actively involved in AA, this includes working the steps. He has made many new sober friends. He is now clean almost eight months. I applaud your efforts to bring attention to this terrible disease. I want to let people know that there can be a light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you. This is a story worth sharing. Any other readers who have a story to share, please email it to me. Your insights and experiences are important. And your anonymity is assured. John Owens is editor in chief of Anton Community Newspapers. Email: jowens@antonnews.com

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Leaf Blower Flap Isn’t Just About Noise For over 40 years, gas-powered leaf blowers have been a focal point for irritation and frustration over neighborhood noise. The issue is percolating up all over the country again, and now it’s also about swallowing doody. Gas-powered leaf blowers aren’t the only gardening and landscaping apparatus that use loud two-stroke engines (it takes two piston movements to complete one cycle of combustion), but it’s pretty easy to understand what lawn mowers and chainsaws do and why they are used. The purpose, efficiency and effectiveness as a gardening tool of using powerful blowers on a typical 50by-100-foot property is more mysterious. Even the phrase “leaf blowers” is a misnomer. They don’t blow just leaves. They blow everything that’s on and in and around your lawn into the air, where it lingers for hours until it settles onto the neighbor’s car and their kids’ faces. Mold, pollen, seeds, little rocks, dead bugs, live ticks, it’s all launched at high speed. The polite word for it is “fugitive dust,” but on the street we call it “rodent feces,” and worse. In two-stroke engines, fuel is mixed with oil for lubrication, and about 30 percent of the mixture goes unburned and gets spewed out. That smell in the air after the gardener leaves is a mix of

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MICHAEL A. MILLER carbon monoxide, nitrous oxides and various carcinogenic hydrocarbons. In late 2011, a study by Edmunds. com, the auto information site, found that the hydrocarbon emissions from half an hour of yard work with a two-stroke Echo leaf blower generated about the same carbon monoxide and non-methane hydrocarbon emissions as driving the 3,900 miles from Texas to Alaska in a 6,200-pound Ford Raptor. We know a lot more now than we did 10 and 20 years ago about allergies, asthma and the dangers of extended exposure to very fine particulate matter, which can penetrate deep into lungs, enter the bloodstream and harm the heart and other organs. This isn’t a joke. The noise is a problem, especially for people with limited mobility who

taught to gun up the throttle to maximum, always. Perhaps some business owners are trying to make a point. One East End landscaper told the East Hampton Star that banning or regulating blowers was “the stupidest idea…If they don’t like the noise and people making a living…people should leave town and go somewhere where they don’t have leaves or people to bother.” The Washington State Capitol in can’t easily escape, or for the mother Olympia sits in a 290-acre park, from who finally got an infant to sleep. which work crews clear 80 tons (180 Leaf blower noise seems particularly dump truck loads) of leaves annually. jarring, especially throttling up, and It’s a big space. Nassau County has 14 seems to carry unusually longer incorporated villages that are smaller distances and penetrate walls and than 290 acres. Earlier this year, in closed windows. But while most response to legislators fed-up with gas people perceive gas-powered blowers blower noise and smells, testing deterto be much louder than other machin- mined that using electric tools or rakes ery, it doesn’t always measure out in would require seven extra workers. as convincingly, creating doubt about In this century, information travels action and enforcement. faster than sound, and a lot of old claims Even louder than a 115-decibel blow- about imposing hardships on businesses er is the sound of a little kid coughing. aren’t going to hold up. Opposing Some landscapers in my neighreasonable standards and precautions borhood have been buying even will grow support for a total ban. louder, larger and more inappropriate Mike Miller has worked in state machinery. I frequently see workers and local government. Email: mmiller sent out with no hearing protection, column.gmail.com

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MIKE BARRY Recognizing a strike which impacted commuters effective Sunday, July 20, would inflict insufficient mayhem, the Long Island Rail Road’s (LIRR) union leaders want their prospective work stoppage pushed back to September. This comes as no surprise. But I was astonished to see the four U.S. House Members who represent Nassau County — Rep. Peter King (R-Seaford), Rep. Steve Israel (D-Huntington), Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (D-Mineola) and Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-St. Albans) — agreed with the LIRR’s union leaders while invoking an absurd cover story: the fate of Long Island’s summer tourism industry. “We encourage the MTA [Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the LIRR’s parent] to accept a proposal from the involved employee labor unions to extend the current ‘cooling

off’ period for an additional 60 days,” stated a June 19 letter to MTA chairman and CEO Thomas Prendergast, which was signed by the aforementioned U.S. House Members, and six others, from downstate New York. The correspondence is posted at www.smartunionlirr.com, and goes on to say “we are concerned about the

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effect that any potential work stoppage [in July 2014] could have on Long Island tourism, as the LIRR is a vital means of transportation to the East End and other destinations during the peak tourism season in the summer months.” True enough. Yet if you asked typical LIRR daily commuters whether they could more easily withstand a July LIRR strike, as compared to one in September, I daresay 90-plus percent of commuters would want a LIRR strike to occur in July. It is an easier time of year to take vacation, their children are on summer break, and the roadways are less clogged because neither school buses nor teachers are making the trips they take between September and June. To its credit, the LIRR’s Commuter Council, an entity created by the state legislature, began distributing pamphlets to LIRR riders at Penn Station in late June, offering guidance on how to prepare for a July strike. Meanwhile, the LIRR’s unions have the downstate Congressional delegation and two separate Obama administration-appointed panels backing them, even though the recommendations of those presidential nominees were non-binding, whereas the MTA’s labor negotiators are fending for themselves at the moment. The MTA has remained too silent throughout these proceedings, and could learn something from The Metropolitan Opera, which is currently in the midst of contract negotiations with 15 of the 16 unions representing employees that work at the Met. In a full-page New York Times advertisement (June 20), the Met’s executive committee explained how work rules forged in a different era are today financially unsustainable, and draining the institution’s resources. One example the Met

LIRR brass at a recent event promoting summer travel. If a strike comes, would it be better now, or in September? cited in its ad: the orchestra receives 16 weeks (yes, 16) of annual paid vacation. I’m sure comparable, unjustifiable expenditures are set into motion by the LIRR’s work rules. The MTA should take a full-page advertisement in a major daily newspaper and explain clearly some of the LIRR’s antiquated work rules to the public. LIRR commuters do, however, have weapons in 2014 that were not at their disposal in 1994, the last time the LIRR’s unions walked off the job. The first are the dramatic technological advances that have been made in the workplace. Given a laptop and an iPhone, most people can conduct business almost anywhere and, while they may miss face-to-face contact with colleagues and customers, a LIRR strike in 2014 is a major inconvenience as opposed to an event that can cripple the economy. The last 20 years have also brought widespread business continuity improvements made in the wake of 9-11, and Superstorm Sandy, times when New York City offices were either closed or inaccessible for extended periods of time. Should a LIRR strike occur, and continue for weeks, or even months, you’ll see city-based businesses rent space in either Nassau or Suffolk to accommodate their Long Island employees. Indeed, rather than shutting down the Island, a prolonged LIRR strike could boost to its commercial real estate market. Mike Barry, vice president of media relations for an insurance industry trade group, has worked in government and journalism. Email: MFBarry@optonline.net

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Nassau’s Invisible Immigrant Community Most Long Islanders don’t think about Belmont Park beyond the annual Belmont Stakes. But look closely, and you will see that year in year out, the track is a very active and important economic force. Belmont Park has been part of the Long Island community since 1905. The grounds reside partially within Floral Park and Elmont, overlapping slightly into Queens. It typically holds nine or 10 races each day, Wednesday through Sunday. It’s a major part of the economy not just for those towns, but also for Long Island as a whole. Its economic contribution rests largely on the shoulders of an invisible group of men and women — nearly all of whom are immigrants. In racing parlance they are known as “backstretch” employees. These people perform essential jobs related to the care of the horses, including grooming, feeding and exercising. At Belmont Park, there are approximately 2,000 backstretch workers, most of whom live on the park grounds, according to Paul Ruchames, executive director for Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST) of New York, a non-profit that provides health care and other services to the workers. “The horse racing world, which generates hundreds of millions of dollars, would not exist or it would be very tiny in New York without these workers,” said Ruchames. Despite their critical role in Long Island’s economy, there is little integration between the backstretch workers and the local community. Part of the reason is that the vast majority of workers live in dormitories on the grounds. Some have children who go to the local schools. Some take second jobs at the car wash or deli nearby. Most, according to Ruchames, “keep a low profile.” Life on the backstretch starts at 4 a.m. and ends around 11 a.m. Nearly all of the jobs these workers perform are physically demanding. “One is called a hot walker, who walks the horse before and after exercise,” said Ruchames. “Then there is an exercise rider.” There’s also the groom, who Ruchames said is the secret behind each horse. It is the groom who has the best gauge of the horse’s health and condition. “The groom bandages and takes care of the horse,” he said. “The groom knows the psychology of the horse. He knows his eating habits and sleeping habits.” All of these jobs require the men and women to be outside and exposed

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MARYANN SLUTSKY to the elements for hours at a time. And there’s always the risk of being kicked or thrown by animals weighing well over a thousand pounds. “There’s a lot of shoveling,” said Ruchames, “and restraining the horse takes a lot of strength.” The immigrants performing these jobs accept these risks. Most come from rural villages in Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala — many from the same village or neighborhood. A good portion has had exposure to, if not hands-on experience, working with farm animals. For some, it’s a family tradition. Despite the hard labor, one thing is clear to Ruchames: The backstretch workers have a tremendous work ethic and truly love what they do. “They come to have relationships with the horses,” he said. Think of the bond people have with their pet, he said, “Now imagine that it’s your job, eight hours a day, working with your pet. Your pet runs a race — and wins!” Love or not, these are the proverbial jobs Americans simply won’t do. Ruchames said when trainers advertise openings, they get few, if any, responses from American-born workers. In the past, backstretch workers were African-Americans. Now, the role falls mainly to immigrants. Today’s backstretch workers are hired by the horse trainers, and brought to the U.S. on H2-B visas, like farmworkers. BEST was established in 1989 by people who had these working conditions in mind. “It was originally started just to handle drug and alcohol problems,” said Ruchames. “About seven years ago, it expanded the mission to include health care.” Largely funded by New York Racing Association (NYRA) and the New York Thoroughbred Horseman’s Association, BEST helps subsidize the workers’ health care costs, as well as provides alcohol and substance abuse counseling, psychological counseling and prescription medical assistance. It also established an on-site medical facility that offers primary care, chiropractic services, acupuncture and other treatments.

Dr. Fred Cogan, primary physician at the BEST Backstretch Clinic, said that he sees ailments related to the grueling outdoor work, and notices similarities with those in law enforcement, where long-term exposure to the elements is common. Cogan tries to ensure basic preventative care, such as routine blood tests and annual physicals, as well as immunizations. Planned Parenthood comes by once a month to offer their services. The benefit of the program goes beyond the backstretch. Over a five-year period, Ruchames said, “We saved the local community over $2 million in health care costs by what we are doing here. People who are going to our medical facility are not going to the emergency room.” Backstretch workers also receive childcare through the Belmont Child Care Association, popularly known as Anna House in honor of Anna Cordero, the late wife of Hall-of-Fame jockey Angel Cordero. Anna House is open from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. to accommodate the workers’ schedule.

Top: Paul Ruchames, executive director for Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST) of New York Bottom: A mural vividly portrays track — and backstretch — life. There’s also an on-site chaplaincy run by a separate non-profit called the Racetrack Chaplaincy of America N.Y. But non-profit organizations can do only so much. The passing of comprehensive immigration reform would be a game-changer for backstretch workers. For example, they would be able to reap the benefits of taxes they pay. The workers pay into Social Security, but rarely see the benefit because many ultimately move back to their country. We’re ready to wager that immigration reform would bring a better future for these workers — and for Long Island. Maryann Sinclair Slutsky is the executive director of Long Island Wins, a communications organization promoting commonsense immigration policy solutions that work for all Long Islanders. Email: mslutsky@longislandwins.com

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One concept that addresses many of Long Island’s economic and social needs is “transit-oriented development.” It should become a prominent focal point in this election season, as Long Islanders discuss our future ambitions. Transit-oriented development (TOD) refers to any development — housing, office, retail or any combination of them — located adjacent to transit stations (for us, the Long Island Rail Road). What’s especially impressive is the number of priority needs it addresses on Long Island. From an economic standpoint, we need to grow job opportunities, and TOD provides settings for office and retail jobs, as well as housing. We need to increase our population, in order to expand our economy and reduce the individual tax burden, and TOD enables higher-density growth without impacting less commercial areas. We need to provide more varieties of housing — smaller units and more rental options that appeal to young people as well as those looking to down-size from larger homes — and TOD can accommodate those varieties as well. From an environmental standpoint, we need to preserve our open space and the suburban lifestyle for which Long Island is renowned; we need to reduce our reliance on cars, and we need to be more creative in how we address our parking needs, so that we eliminate the growing blight of cars spreading out from transit stations in all directions. Transit-oriented development can accomplish all of that and more. For a look at innovative approaches to parking, for instance, see the Long Island Index’s ParkingPlus Design Challenge. From the standpoint of increasing innovation, we need to better link our centers of innovation — our universities, research centers and business incubators — and the people who work at them. We need to provide enhanced downtowns offering the mix of housing, entertainment, workspace and transit access that young people seek. We need to provide more options for reverse-commuting so that the talent and businesses we want to attract will move to Long Island rather than to Westchester County, southern Connecticut or northern

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NANCY RAUCH DOUZINAS New Jersey — nearby locations where reverse-commuting is so much easier and economic growth is far surpassing Long Island’s. Again, transit-oriented development can support all of that. The good news for Long Island is that crucial resources needed to expand TOD are already in place. First, we have the Long Island Rail Road and its 124 stations. Local communities will have to decide for themselves whether they want transit-oriented development and on what terms, but many larger communities do — for any number of the reasons cited above. Second, we have the space. There are more than 4,000 acres of surface parking lots in and around Long Island’s downtowns, and that space can be far more creatively imagined and effectively used. Think what a difference it would make if that space was contributing to Long Island’s economy in innovative ways while offering even more parking. That’s the reality of what’s possible, as the ParkingPlus Design Challenge reveals. Third, we have the access that transit provides to all parts of Greater New York City, the business capital of the world, and we need to put that access to greater use for Long Island. Election season is upon us and will be escalating as we approach November. Long Islanders should ask candidates for office what they will do to enhance transit-oriented development. It’s time for those candidates to hear that we are tired of watching the jobs that we need go to those other nearby locations. We need transit-oriented development and the economic growth that goes with it. It’s time for Long Island to get more TOD. Nancy Rauch Douzinas is president of the Garden City-based Rauch Foundation. Website: www.long islandindex.org

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Trees Exhibit At LIU Post BY ANTON NEWS STAFF

Benefiting the north Shore Land aLLiance to Save our Land & Water!

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The art exhibit Trees brings the outdoors inside at LIU Post’s Steinberg Museum of Art at Hillwood, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through Friday, July 11. Featuring watercolors, hanging sculptures and paintings on canvas, the exhibit contains 30 works by local artists.

JuLy 12 & 13 - 10am to 4pm the green VaLe SchooL 250 VaLentineS Lane, oLd BrookViLLe, nY $5 per perSon entrY fee to Be heLd at

Artist John Day contributed a sculpture created from more than 500 branches collected from Leeds Pond Preserve in Plandome Manor and the LIU Post forest. Elizabeth Kolligs, inspired by the changing season of Shu Swamp on the North Shore of Long Island in Mill Neck, contributed large paintings focused on changing seasons. The exhibit is free and open to all. For details, call 516-299-4073 or visit www.liu.edu/museum.

Journey in Stone & Wood BY ANTON NEWS STAFF

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The art exhibit Journey in Stone & Wood opens at the Art League of Long Island’s Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, on Sunday, July 20. Working in marble, limestone, alabaster and wood, 12 sculptors studying with Thom Janusz will exhibit work done in his Stone and Wood Carving programs. Participants in the exhibit include Rose Burke, Temi Cain, Alex Fuchs, Riva Gelman, Angela Goldman, John Lemmerman, Michael McDyer, Paul Moreno, Bruce Rosenzweig, Bette Rubin, Dorothy Schwartz and Jan Shulman. An artist’s reception takes place from 3 to 5 p.m. on opening night. The gallery is open free of charge Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and

Art by Thom Janusz weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The phone number is 631-462-5400. For details, visit www.artleagueli.org.

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| SPECIAL EVENTS Summer Splash

and 11:30 a.m. and evening sessions begin at 7 and 8:30 p.m. Beginners should bring one skein of light-colored yarn in a worsted weight and a pair of size 8 knitting needles. Students who are already knitters should bring their patterns, needles and yarn. Advance and in-person registration must be accompanied by a check for $80 payable to the Cold Spring Harbor Library. To register, call 631-692-6820.

Thursday, July 3 Children can enjoy summer craft stations, scavenger hunts and exploration tables at the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., from 2 to 5 p.m. The activity is free with museum admission (members, free). The phone number is 631-367-3418.

Green Teens Thursday, July 3 The Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, hosts science and nature related activities with students from the Green Teens program from 2 to 4 p.m. The program engages students from neighboring high schools to develop and teach interactive nature and environmental education programs. The activity is free with museum admission.

Firework Cruise Friday, July 4 And Saturday, July 5 Freeport Water Taxi at Richmond St. hosts a firework cruise from 9 to 11 p.m.

Mood Indigo

Attendees will enjoy free tastings from wineries, distilleries and breweries. Admission is $30 per person. For details, call 516-521-7744. The website is www.freeportwatertaxi.com.

Blood Drive Tuesday, July 8 The Athletes for Life Blood Drive takes place at Long Island Blood

Thursday, July 10 Mood Indigo plays at Great Neck’s Bow Squire Cinemas, 115 Middle Neck Road, at 7:30 p.m. The film is about Colin, a bachelor, whose hobbies include developing a “pianocktail” (a cocktail-making Services, 905 Walt Whitman Road, piano) and devouring worldly dishes Melville, from 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. prepared by his trusty chef. When For details, call 516-655-2299. he learns that his best friend has a new American girlfriend, his lifestlye changes. Knitting Classes Tickets are $15 (students, $10); Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, and 30 They cost $20 at the door. To buy Beginners and intermediate knitters tickets, call 516-829-2570 or visit can learn how to improve their www.goldcoastfilmfestival.org/ techniques with experts at the Cold furman#mood. Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Road. Morning sessions begin at 10 see EVENTS on page 24A

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T W O G R E AT E V E NTS. O N E D E L I C I O U S W E E K E N D. Ten evenings of the best in new independent films from the U.S. and around the world. Enjoy film premieres, Q&As with filmmakers and receptions.

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Midsummer Night Dance Thursday, July 10 Learn how to dance in the Celebration Tent at the Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Lessons will be held from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Dances will feature ballroom and others. Admission is $30 at door and $25 in advance. Sessions will also be held on Thursdays, Aug. 7, 21 and 28 and Sept. 4. Dance classes for the whole season cost $160 ($20 per dance). Tickets can be purchased at www.bit. ly/1qaLmoq.

Wings and Beer Saturday, July 12 The Summer Wings and Beer Festival takes place from 2 to 7:30 p.m. at Cannon’s Blackthorn, 49 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. Patrons will receive a total of 16 wings and 42 ounces of craft beer divided between eight Long Island restaurants and four local breweries. Tickets are $35. They can be purchased in advance at www. bestwingsli.com. • NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART Closed for show change on Monday, July 7 through Friday, July 18

Garden Party Through Sunday, July 6 Garden Party, an art exhibit inspired by flowers, is on display at the Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn. Artists include Louis Comfort Tiffany, Marc Chagall, Larry Rivers, James Rosenquist, Maurice Prendergast, David Hockney, Janet Fish, Jane Freilicher, Robert Mapplethorpe and Georgia O’Keeffe. The exhibit is free with museum admission. Call 516-484-9338, ext. 12 to inquire about group tours.

AftermondernisM Through Sunday, July 6 The exhibit AftermondernisM is on display at the Nassau County Museum of Art. The exhibit, which focuses on the work of Michael Bevilacqua, James Busby and Ridley Howard, broadens the concept of fractured asymmetry. This exhibition illustrates the broad range of styles spanning non-objective abstraction through sharp focused realism.

Outdoor Life

It explores man’s relationship to the countryside through the art pieces “Large Winter Scene,” “Clear Weather in the Valley,” “Luncheon of the Boating Party,” “La Grande Jatte” and “Max Schmitt in a Single Scull.”

Nassau County Museum Gardens Ongoing View the flowers and the greenery at the Nassau County Museum of Art. The museum’s large garden contains quiet nooks, a beautiful view and horticulture. The grounds are free and open to all.

Sculpture Park  Ongoing Visit the Nassau County Museum of Art and view more than 40 sculptures, many of them monumental in size, by artists including Fernando Botero, George Rickey and Mark DiSuvero are set up to interact with nature on the museum’s property. The grounds are free and open to all.

Walking Trails

Through Sunday, July 6 The film Outdoor Life plays at the Nassau County Museum at 11 a.m., noon, 1 and 3 p.m.

Ongoing Walk the trails of the Nassau County Museum of Art. The museum’s 145 acres include many marked nature trails through the woods, perfect for family hikes or independent exploration. The grounds are free and open to all.

Family Sundays Ongoing Each Sunday, the Nassau County Museum of Art offers a 1 p.m., docent-led family walk-through of the exhibition and supervised art activities for the whole family beginning at 1:30 p.m. Special family guides of the main exhibition are available in the galleries. Family Sundays at the Museum are free with museum admission, reservations are not needed. • ONGOING EVENTS

Equine Art Show

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Through Wednesday, July 30 Equine Extravaganza & Other Things, an art exhibit inspired by horses and farm life, showcases at the Cold Spring Harbor Library and Environmental Center, 95 Harbor Road. The exhibit will include equine-inspired watercolor, acrylic paintings and a sampling of artist Diana Berthold’s traditional, non-traditional, pictorial, and ribbon quilts.

The art is presented for viewing, but it is also available to buy. To view Berthold’s art, visit www. distinctivedesignsbydiana. The phone number is 631-692-6820.

Rhythm & Repetition Through August 10 The exhibit Rhythm & Repetition in 20th Century Art is on display at the Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington. The exhibit focuses on artists who use repeated shapes as a method to organize their compositions. Drawn entirely from the museum’s permanent collection, the exhibition features work by Berenice Abbott, Richard Anuskiewicz, Oscar Bluemner, Arthur Dove, Childe Hassam, Roy Lichtenstein, Robert Richenburg, Emilio Sanchez and Friedrich Stowasser (Friedensreich Hundertwasser), among others. Museum hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the weekend. The phone number is 631-351-3250.

Don Resnick: Essence of Place Through August 15 The art exhibit Don Resnick: Essence of Place is on display at Hofstra University Museum’s Emily Lowe Gallery. Curated by Karen T. Albert, the Museum’s associate director of exhibitions and collections, the exhibit features the essential and eloquent beauty of the land, sea and sky on Long Island and the Resnick family enclave in Maine. An interactive touch-screen kiosk in the gallery will provide supplemental material on the artist’s process as well as his artistic training. The phone number is 516-463-5672. The museum website is www.hofstra. edu/museum. For a map and directions, visit www.hofstra.edu/map.

Shakespeare Festival Through Sunday, August 24 The Arena Players Repertory Theater group will present their 26th annual Shakespeare Festival at the Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Performances are given on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Actors in full Elizabethan costume perform on the Vanderbilt Courtyard stage against the backdrop of the historic mansion and Bell Tower. Tickets are $15. For reservations, call 516-293-0674. Performances are cancelled on Friday, July 4 and Sunday, July 27.

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Tai Chi Classes

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Melanesian Works Through August 28 Hofstra University’s museum showcases artwork created by communities of the South Pacific. The art is located in the Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus. For directions and a map, visit www.hofstra.edu/ campusmap/.

Wednesdays and Sundays Take a tai chi class at the Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., at 10:30 a.m. Tai chi, a unique form of moving meditation, calms the mind, relaxes the body, and strengthens the spirit. Professional instructor Linda Cafiero designs classes with all experience levels in mind. Classes are $15 per session (members, $5). The phone number is 516-333-0048.

Alice’s Wonderland

Yoga at the Gardens

Through August 31 Journey down the rabbit hole at the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave, Garden City. The exhibit inspires curiosity, encourages exploration and helps make the unknown more familiar. Children will enjoy activities such as experimenting at a mad tea party and a game of croquet.

Thursdays and Saturdays Relax at the Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, by taking a

yoga class at 11:15 a.m. Lorili Henry, professional kripalu instructor will lead students through a dynamic, yet gentle flow of postures and conscious breathing in a beautiful and relaxing setting. Classes are $15 per session (members, $5). The phone number is 516-333-0048.

Vanderbilt Observatory Fridays The Vanderbilt Museum’s planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, hosts night-sky viewings from 9 to 10 p.m. (weather permitting). Observation is free to visitors with a planetarium show ticket. Admission is $3 for those without a show ticket.

Sculpture Art Exploration Ongoing Adults and children can explore the outdoor sculpture collection at Hofstra University with activity-filled animal, shapes or people-themed exploration backpacks. Activity materials and backpacks are located in the Emily Lowe Gallery. Participants return the backpacks, but they can bring their completed art projects home. The activity is free. Hofstra University is at 1000 Fulton Ave., Hempstead. For directions and a map, visit www.hofstra.edu/ campusmap/.

Fabulous Interiors Through September 30 Explore interior designs and artworks by Elsie de Wolfe and Charles Duveen, 1915-45, at the Planting Fields Arboretum Historic State Park, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay. Wolfe designed the Planting Fields’ vibrantly colored Tea House, and Duveen designed Tudor-inspired interiors for the country house, Coe Hall. The exhibit in Coe Hall is open from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. The entrance fee is $4 for non-members. The Tea House is open from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Entrance is free with park admission.

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Tuesdays and Thursdays Every Tuesday and Thursday, the Long Island Children’s Museum hosts a story time and arts session at 11:30 a.m. to noon. Bring your child to listen to both new and classic stories.

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Wednesdays and Fridays Every day, people in the community are helping to make our lives easier. Join the Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 to 11 a.m., and explore the lives and daily routines of a different community helper. Children ages 3 to 5 will build on their vocabulary as they are introduced to job-specific words through songs and activities. Each class will include a hands-on, themed activity. Admission is $3 with museum admission ($2 for members).

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• Service Directory • Employment

2014 SUPER SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE PARK AT EAST HILLS!

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LIFEGUARDS REQUIREMENTS: • At least 16 years of age • Lifeguards must be Nassau County Certified • Available to work through Labor Day weekend

Route Sales in Boroughs & Long Island

THE VILLAGE OF EAST HILLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DONATE YOUR CAR

Metro New York

Call: (631) 317-2014

With 15 yrs. Experience is available to care for Sick or Elderly. Days, Nights, Weekends. Own car. Excellent References. 516-353-1626.

Candidates must possess strong communication skills, have successful outside sales experience and enjoy participating in a collaborative work environment. Guaranteed draw, benefits & paid vacation.

Drivers License, Excellent References. 631-449-1176. 118997

Employment ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Responsibilities: Financial Reporting, Special Projects,Budgets & Forecasts, Reconciliations, Capital Projects and Debt Management. Requirements: 5+ Years of Accounting experience (Municipal Accounting experience a plus) Strong Excel skills, strong knowledge of all aspects of Accounting and reporting, Strong written and verbal skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Applicants should send a letter of interest and résumé (in confidence) to careers@ northhempsteadny.gov

FREE CLASSES IF YOU QUALIFY Call 718-263-0750 Solar Tech BA, QA, SAP, A+, Video Production, Medical Assistant PCT (C.N.A./EKG/Phleb) ... etc.

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AIRLINE CAREERS BEGIN HERE Get FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Financial aid for qualified students - Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM 866-296-7093.

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Port Washington based General Contractor is seeking Administrative Assistant to perform administrative duties as well as support activities for Project Managers. Duties may include fielding telephone calls, word processing and creating spreadsheets. Extensive skills required with MS Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication skills. Prior experience in construction related office a plus. Email résumé to gkcindustriesinc@gmail.com

The Town of North Hempstead is seeking Experienced CPAs

CAREER-DRIVEN! Route Sales Openings Metro NY Area.

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Sales & Delivery. Energetic & Friendly. Must be at least 21 with acceptable MVR & HS/GED. To apply contact Betty Bartos at betty.bartos@flocorp.com 207.783.9161 ext 339

THE ANTON CLASSIFIEDS CAN HELP YOU

Reach The People You Need To Rent Or Buy Your Home, Sell Your Car, Or Babysit Your Children. Call Us Today 516-403-5182 or Email to CLASSIFIEDS@ANTONNEWS.COM

ACCESS INSTITUTE

Local printer seeks College Student to sell advertising for Every Door Direct Mailing in the Glen Cove area. Must be motivated self-starter with great people skills. 516-676-7718 mmpgc@aol.com

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CPAs - Part Time

NANNY & HOUSEKEEPER JOBS Immediate Employment • Long Island & New York City Full Time/Part Time/Live-in/Live-out Jobs Available Experience required. NO FEE. High $$$

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IRISH NURSE’S AIDE AVAILABLE

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Home Services

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Want A Career Operating Heavy Equipment? Bulldozers, Backhoes, Excavators. “Hands On Training” & Certifications Offered. National Average 18-22 Hourly! Lifetime Job Placement. Assistance. VA Benefits Eligible! 1-866-362-6497

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HOUSE CLEANING Experienced, References. Own car, bilingual English/Spanish 646-542-9203

One Stop For All Your Home Improvement Needs

Basement, Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling, Carpentry, Crown Molding, Closets, Doors, Sheetrock, Painting, Dry Wall, Repairs, Spackling & Wall Paper Removal & Installation Decks- Power Washed, Stained, Repaired & Built GEM-BASEMENT DOCTOR

516-623-9822 www.Gem-Home.com Smith Brothers Handyman Services General Clean-ups, Landscaping, Painting, Organizing Call (516) 944-6875

PART-TIME MAIL CLERK Westbury Location

Monday thru Friday – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. HELP WANTED PARTS DEPARTMENT 20 hours per week Full Time, Benefits. Precision Clover MillWork, Associates MailInc room experience preferred. 75 Harbor Road, P.W., is looking Distribute and pick-up interoffice mail. Post any mail or 337person Merrick Suite 3UPS packages. Knowledge of for an organized to packRoad,outgoing copy machines a plus. Occasional heavy lifting. & ship parts. Some heavy lifting. Retirees welcome Lynbrook NY 11563 Operate fork lift. Call Annette Contact Human Resources Department at: chunt@mssny.org or Carol @ 516-883-2002. 516-568-1800 FAX 516-872-1398

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Chimney Cleaning & Masonry Service Done By Firefighters That Care

absolute best care

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Companions / Elder Care

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*Free Vehicle/Boat Pickup ANYWHERE *We Accept All Vehicles Running or Not *100% Tax Deductible

Dutton@mainestaff.com call Dutton at 1-888-786-0791

Nassau County Newspaper Group with paid circulation plus NYC and aggressive newsstand presence seeks results-driven local & major accounts salespeople to join our team. We offer one of the finest portfolios of special sections and niche products in the market.

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To apply, contact The Park at East Hills at 516-484-9800, email us at gcox@villageofeasthills.org, or simply visit Village Hall on a business day from 9am-4:30pm. We are located at 209 Harbor Hill Road, East Hills, NY 11576. Ask for Gerica Cox to get an application.

Career Opportunity - position entails delivery of bakery products by box truck, no special license - early morning start, excellent customer service skills - this may be your chance to be associated with one of the regions finest, Lepage, distributors of Wonder Bread, Barowsky Organic, and Natures Own - deliver, display and sell company product lines on your assigned sales route - Lepage is looking for self-motivated individuals to operate routes in Nassau County, Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and Elmsford, NY which may lead to the purchase of your own route. Forward résumé to

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Online Only 2-Day Auction, Furniture Liquidation including Rugs, Tables, Household Items, Furniture & More. Jamestown, NC Guilford Co. 7/11 at 8am to 7/18 & 7/21 at 1pm. Iron Horse Auction Co., Inc. 800-997-2248. NCAL3936. www.ironhorseauction.com

The Park Director is currently interviewing candidates for:

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1. Are you looking for an exciting summer job with competitive pay and upbeat work environment? 2. Would you like to spend the summer at the finest park facilities with the largest municipal leisure pool on Long Island? 3. Do you like the outdoors? Then our positions are a perfect fit for you!

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Receptionist

Immediate Opening - Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation seeks organized and detail oriented individual for front desk. Duties include: answering multi-line switchboard, greeting visitors, data entry and correspondence, ordering supplies, and general office duties. Knowledge of Microsoft Office required. Knowledge of DonorPerfect and QuickBooks a plus. Hours Mon.-Fri 8:45am-4:45pm. Cover letter and résumé to: fjenny@liaf.org

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Sweeney Painting of Garden City

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LACROSSE LESSONS

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North Hills Townhouse Condo in Acorn Ponds 2 BR, 2.5 Bth, Corner, New EIK, Asking $719K 516-551-2888 No Brokers Pls 118694

Sebastian, Florida - Affordable custom factory constructed homes $45,900+, Friendly Community, No Real Estate or State Income Taxes, Minutes to Atlantic Ocean. 771-581-0080, www.beach-cove.com. Limited seasonal rentals.

Ready to buy a home? We are ready to help. The State of NY Mortgage Agency offers up to $15,000 down payment assistance. www.sonyma.org. 1-800-382-HOME (4663).

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TUTOR 4 YOUR CHILD

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Wilson Reading (Fundations) Certified

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Pre-K - College Test Prep And All Subjects

Equal Housing Opportunity Federal, New York State and local laws prohibit discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, familial status, age, marital status, sexual orientation or disability in connection with the rental, sale or financing of real estate. Nassau also prohibits source of income discrimination. Anton Community Newspapers does not knowingly accept advertising in violation of these laws. When you suspect housing discrimination, call Long Island Housing Services’ Discrimination Complaint Line at 800-660-6920. (Long Island Housing Services is the Fair Housing Agency of Nasasau and Suffolk Counties.)

Attention All School PTAs, Sports Organizations, Social Clubs and Civic Associations!

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Feels Like A House, 3 Bedrooms, Newly Renovated! Low Maintenances, Walk All MUST SEE!!

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2 PARKING SPACES available $200 ea. Close to Train. Call: 516-767-3353

Delaware’s Resort Living without Resort Pricing! Low Taxes! Gated Community, Close to Beaches, Amazing Amenities, Olympic Pool. New Homes from $80’s Brochures available. 1-866-629-0770 or www.coolbranch.com

FOR SALE GREAT NECK CO-OP BY OWNER,

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Friday, July 4 Independence Day at Adventureland On July 4, Adventureland amusement park, 2245 Broad Hollow in Farmingdale, will offer all military, past and present, to ride free all day when they show their Military ID. They will also receive a free “Thank You” gift, while supplies last.

Saturday, July 5 Dueling Pianos On July 5, Adventureland amusement park will feature a laser light show and free live music, from 5-8 p.m, featuring the musical talents of John Arden. Song requests will be welcomed by guests.

Monday, July 7 Camp Christ Kids ages 13-17 can register for Camp Christ, a three-day baseball, softball and lacrosse camp, running from July 7-9, where kids will be able to work with high quality and intense athletic trainers under a backdrop of conveying a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith. All of the games will be held on the fields at Farmingdale State College, 2350 Boardhollow Road in Farmingdale. The camp is free to attend and will include Mass, training food, ice cream, music, giveaways and guest speakers. For more information on how to register visit campchrist.org. Board of Trustees The next public meeting of the Village of Farmingdale Board of Trustees will be held at 8 p.m. on July 7, at Village Hall, 361 Main St. in Farmingdale, with a public work session preceeding at 7 p.m.

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Campers enjoying baseball practice during Jayson Williams and Charles Oakley Day last year. — Photo Courtesy of Camp Christ South Farmingdale Fire Commissioners The next meeting of the South Farmingdale Board of Fire Commissioners will be held at 6 p.m. on July 8, at the South Farmingdale Firehouse, 819 Main St. in South Farmingdale.

Wednesday, July 9 Farmingdale Board of Education The next organizational meeting of the Farmingdale Board of Education will be held at 7 p.m. on July 9 in the Weldon E. Howitt Middle School Cafeteria.

Thursday, July 10 Zoning Board The meeting of the Village of Farmingdale Zoning Board will be held at 8 p.m. on July 10, at Village Hall, 361 Main St. in Farmingdale.

Athletes For Life Blood Drive On July 8, Athletes for Life, a group comprised of volunteers from Long Island’s running community will be hosting a blood drive, from 2:30-8:30 p.m., at the Long Island Blood Services at 905 Walt Whitman Road in Melville. For more information email Gina Gelman at ggelman13@aol.com or call 516-655-2299.

Movies on the Green: Frozen On July 10, come to the Farmingdale Village Green and enjoy the 2013 Disney film Frozen. Rated PG, 102 minutes. The film stars Kristen Bell as the fearless optimist Anna who embarks on an epic journey through icy conditions. The featured presentation is free and open to the public. There will also be free popcorn, drinks and ice cream.

Lonestar at John J. Burns Park Part of the Town of Oyster Bay “Music Under the Stars” Summer Concert series, on July 8, rock out with country music group Lonestar, at 8 p.m., as they perform at John J. Burns Town Park, 4990 Merrick Rd, Massapequa Park.

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone Part of the Town of Oyster Bay “Music Under the Stars” Summer Concert series, on July 10, rock out with Brit rockers Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone, at 8 p.m., as they perform Ellsworth W. Allen Town Park, 45 Motor Ave., Farmingdale.

Saturday, July 12 Larger than Life On July 12, join Adventureland’s mascot Alfie at 1 p.m. for a free performance featuring popular boy band hits of the decade, from the Jersey Boys to the Backstreet Boys, One Direction, and more.

Tuesday, July 15 Meet and Greet the Rebels On July 15, join the members of the Long Island Roller Rebels Roller Derby team, from 8-10 p.m., for this meet and greet event at Buffalo Wild Wings, 1080 Broad Hollow Rd. in Farmingdale. For more information visit longislandrollerrebels.com.

Ongoing Events Farmer’s Market Every Sunday this Summer visit the Village Green along Main Street in Farmingdale from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for the Farmer’s Market. Village Pops Every Wednesday this Summer come to the Village Green along Main Street in Farmingdale at 7:30 p.m. for some kicking tunes. Movie Night Every Thursday night this Summer come to the Village Green along Main Street in Farmingdale at 8 p.m. for a different feature film. Magic of Jim McClenahan Every Sunday this summer, Adventureland theme park will feature the magic and comedic stylings of Jim McClenahan.

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| WOMEN'S CLUB OF FARMINGDALE Women Against Military Sexual Assault Farmingdale women are backing up their sisters in the military, joining other women's groups in supporting a federal law to mitigate the appalling incidence of sexual assault in the military. According to a recently released U. S. Department of Defense annual report, approximately 26,000 sexual assault or unwanted sexual contact incidents were reported in 2012—a 37% increase from 2011. At least 62 percent perceived some form of retaliation for pursuing charges. The Women’s Club of Farmingdale (WCF), along with the Long Island Federation of Women’s Clubs (LIFWC) and approximately 25 women’s clubs from the Long Island/Metro area, have joined in support of Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s (D-NY) Military Justice Improvement Act (S.967) of 2013. WCF Resolutions Committee Chair and CoChair, Frances Rotondo and Anna Ievolo, respectively, drew up a petition advocating legislation that would provide a fairer system for handling sexual assault cases for the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to defend the freedoms and way of life Americans hold dear. They presented the petition at the LIFWC Tri-County Conference held in May and collected 247 signatures. It was then mailed to Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand to lend another voice to her coalition

as she continues to pursue her legislation when the Armed Services Committee begins work on a defense policy bill. WCF members have also “taken action” via the national website by sending email and printed letters to legislators soliciting their support. This

legislation would provide a change in the current system of prosecution, specifically in relation to sexual assault cases, by creating an independent, objective, and non-biased military justice system. — Submitted by Maria Ortolani Past President

Get To Know Your Local Businesses 6 Questions for Anne Schneck, owner of Infinity Yarns in Farmingdale Do young people come to your store? Yes, a lot of different age groups come to this store, even children. Knitting is a craft done by everyone – adults and children and men and women. What’s more popular—crocheting or knitting? Crocheting is becoming more popular but both knitting and crocheting are equally popular. What do you enjoy most about knitting? It’s therapeutic and relaxing. You aren’t wasting your time because you’re making something beautiful. What project are you working on? I’m making a clown toy! Do you knit people gifts? Yes. Many people knit, not for themselves, but to make things for their family. A lot of people also knit for charities. They make hats and scarves to donate them to people in need. What services do you offer? I teach classes every week on a daily basis. There are classes for every level and I can make a class based on a customer’s request. I held a knit-a-long workshop where customers and I knitted a blanket with 20 different patterns for 20 months. — Reporting By Marlo Jappen

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For the 15th year in a row, Cornell Cooperative Extension has named the plants worthy of Long Island Gold Medals—the “Oscars” of Long Island horticulture. Each year, a selection committee of volunteers representing a wide cross-section of the local nursery and landscape industry chooses four plants — they may be trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, groundcovers or grasses — that are both underutilized and exceptionally well-suited to growing in the Long Island soil and climate. The criteria for the award include: proven performance in Long Island gardens; pest-free with multi-season ornamental appeal; adaptable to challenging landscape conditions; easily grown by gardeners of all skill levels; and widely available at local outlets. And the winners are: • Camellia japonica April Series and C. x Winter Series (Spring and Fall/Winter Blooming Hardy Camellias) These durable, colorful evergreens offer exquisite, glossy, dark green leaves year round and colorful flowers ranging from pure white to deep pink and red. at select times of the year. The April Series offers flowers in April and May while the Winter Series blooms from late October until the onset of cold weather in December. Camellias are best planted in spring and prefer rich, acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade. When siting, avoid planting on a southern exposure. Camellias are heat, drought and pest resistant and offer great texture and color throughout the year. ‘Winter’s Star’, ‘Winter’s Joy’, ‘Winter’s Darling’, ‘April Kiss’, ‘April Rose’ and ‘April Tryst’ are among some of the best new cultivars available. These new selections are hardy from zones 6-9. • Cornus florida Flowering Dogwood This classic American native displays pure white or pink showy bracts in spring, rich shades of red and maroon foliage in fall as well as glossy red berries and a rough, alligator skin like bark all year round. Although susceptible to diseases such as dogwood anthracnose and powdery mildew,

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drought, heat and pest resistant making it a low maintenance and durable alternative to boxwood, Wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei) and other garden favorites. Hardy from zones 5-8. • Nepeta ‘Blue Wonder’ Blue Wonder Catmint The gray-green, aromatic foliage of Blue Wonder Catmint along with the

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• Ilex crenata ‘Soft Touch’ Soft Touch Japanese Holly This semi-dwarf Japanese holly has fine, glossy foliage that is softer to the touch than most other cultivars. The dense habit to 2-3’ tall and wide and dark foliage make it a suitable replacement to boxwood as hedges, foundation plantings and low screens. Well-drained soil is preferred and full sun or partial shade is best for growing dense plants. Soft Touch Holly is

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specific siting in the garden will help to alleviate disease problems. Flowering dogwood should be sited in full sun or partial shade on an eastern exposure where there is good air circulation. Avoid aboveground watering in the afternoon or evening hours. Rich, organic, well-drained soil is preferred along with 1-2” of mulch around new plants. Avoid watering your dogwoods in the afternoon or evening hours to reduce wet foliage late in the day. ‘Cherokee Princess’, ‘Cherokee Brave’ and ‘Appalachian Spring’ are excellent cultivars with good vigor and pest resistance. Hardy from zones 5-9.

profusion of lavender-blue flowers in early to mid summer make this a mid season favorite. The low, spreading growth habit to 12” high makes it a good plant for the front of a border, along a walkway. Catmint is a great plant for hot, dry locations and prefers sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. After blooming in late summer, plants can be cut back to encourage another flush of flowers in fall. This plant is also deer and rabbit resistant. Hardy from zones 3-8.

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| AT THE FARMINGDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY 116 Merrits Road, Farmingdale, New York 11735 516-249-9090 • www.farmingdalelibrary.org Library Regular Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m.

July 2 Outrageous Aliens On July 2, come to the Farmingdale library, from 10-11 a.m., for some out-of-this-world fun with this storytime for kids ages 0-4 with an adult. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Senior Cafe On July 2, bring a friend or make a new one at the Farmingdale library’s Senior Cafe. From 11 a.m.-2 p.m., the library will provide coffee and interesting activities. All are welcome. Man in the Moon On July 2, join Miss Elena at the Farmingdale library from 2-3 p.m., as you discover the different phases of the moon and recreate them using a yummy ingredient. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Film: Monsters Vs. Aliens On July 2, come to the Farmingdale library at 3 p.m. for a showing of the 2009 Dreamworks motion picture Monsters Vs. Aliens. Rated PG, 94 minutes. The film stars Reese Witherspoon as a woman who is transformed into a giant after she is struck by a meteorite on her wedding day and becomes part of a team of monsters sent in by the U.S. government to defeat an alien mastermind trying to take over Earth. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Beautiful Oops On July 2, kids entering grades K-5 can come to the Farmingdale library from 7-8 p.m. to make beautiful works of art with Karyn Tanacan. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Stuffed Bread On July 2, students entering into grades 6-12 are invited to join instructor Marion Dodson, from 7-8 p.m., as she teaches you how to create pizza dough with cheese and veggies or meat. Afterwards, you’ll take it home to bake. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents.

July 3 Awesome Astronauts On July 3, kids ages 0-4 can come to the Farmingdale library, from 10-11 a.m., and blast off into outer space in this awesome astronaut themed program. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Family Movie: Planet 51 On July 3, join the Farmingdale library for a special showing of the feature film Planet 51. Rated PG, 91 minutes. The film stars Dwayne Johnson as American astronaut Captain Charles “Chuck” Baker, who lands on Planet 51 thinking he’s the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders...like Chuck. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents.

is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Have your AARP card with you. Checks payable to “AARP”. Each registrant is required to have a separate check. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. Senior Strength, Balance and Tone On July 7, come to the Farmingdale Library from 10-11 a.m. and improve your balance, strength and tone with Mindy Vasta during this safe and effective class. Fee is $25 per person to sign up. If you would like, please bring hand and a beach ball. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents. In the Tree Tops On July 7, kids entering grades K-2 are invited to join the Farmingdale library from 2-3 p.m. for stories, crafts and a snack during this special program all about trees. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents.

Body Sculpt On June 26, join Claire Guidone from 7-8 p.m. for this fitness program on how to sculpt your body. Please bring a yoga mat, hand weights and a towel. Cost is $25 per person to participate.

Pet Lovers Club On July 7, kids entering grades 3-5 can come to the Farmingdale library from 3-4 p.m. to get acquainted with a guest animal at this fun program. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents.

Kiwanis Club of Farmingdale The next meeting of the Farmingdale Kiwanis Club will be held at the library from 7-9 p.m.

S’More Muffins On July 7, kids entering grades 6-12 can come to the Farmingdale library from 7-8 p.m. when Chef Rob Scott will stop by to show how to make these delicious muffins. Preference is given to UFSD #22 residents.

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Yoga On July 2, come to the Farmingdale library and learn yoga with Tara Crystal Yoga. Please bring your own mat. Cost is $25 per person to participate.

Farmingdale library closed in celebration of Independence Day

Farmingdale Creative Writing Group On July 2, join the Farmingdale creative writing group from 7-9 p.m. as writers read what they have written and share ideas with others. Preference given to UFSD #22 residents.

AARP Defensive Driving Once or twice a month, the Levittown Public Library offers this six-hour driver safety program for licensed drivers only. On July 7, come to the library from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. for this course. Cost

July 7

Video Game Mania On July 7, join librarian Joe McDonald from 7-8 p.m. for a night of video game fun at the Farmingdale library. Preference is given to UFSD #22 residents. Zumba On July 7, come learn Zumba with Jaclyn Mastro from 7-8 p.m. Costs $25 per person to participate. Preference is given to UFSD #22 residents.

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BY FARMINGDALE OBSERVER STAFF farmingdale@antonnews.com Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summertime, and that means residents all across Long Island and beyond will be looking to beat the heat. This week, the Farmingdale Observer takes a look at recent homes sold with air conditioning. Homes shown here represent closed sales executed by a variety of agencies, selected for their interest to readers by the Farmingdale Observer editorial staff. Except where noted, data and photos are provided courtesy of Multiple Listing Service of Long Island, Inc. 11 Lois Lane This three-bed, one-bath, split style home in the Farmingdale school district sold for $391,400 on June 23. It features central air conditioning, a family room, a workshop, a crawlspace, an attic, an attached garage, a front porch, wood floors, a skylight, a deck, inground sprinklers and a dishwasher. Taxes are $8,852.

97 Sunset Ave. This four-bed, two-bath, expanded cape style home in the Farmingdale school district sold for $375,000 on June 23. It features an air conditioner, a partial basement, an attached garage, a deck, inground sprinklers, wood floors, and a dishwasher. Taxes are $8,790.

33 Miller Rd. This three-bed, one-bath, ranch style home in the Farmingdale school district sold for $305,000 on May 21. It features an air conditioner, a finished basement, an attached garage, an attic, wood floors, a stone patio, and a dishwasher. Taxes are $10,073.

9 Hamilton St. This three-bed, three-bath, expanded ranch style home in the Farmingdale school district sold for $449,000 on June 10. It features central air conditioning, a finished basement, an attic, a workshop, a family room, an attached garage, a deck, wood floors, a skylight, inground sprinklers and a dishwasher. Taxes are $13,102.

90 Leslie Lane This four-bed, two-bath, cape style home in the Farmingdale school district sold for $425,000 on May 20. It features an air conditioner, a full basement, an attic, a detached two-car garage, a deck, wood floors, a fireplace, and inground sprinklers. Taxes are $10,730.

49 Jackson St. This five-bed, three-bath, colonial style home in the Farmingdale school district sold for $372,500 on June 18. It features central air conditioning, an office, a den, an attic, a jacuzzi, a skylight, a separate water heater, wood floors, an attached garage, a den, and a dishwasher. Taxes are $13,000.

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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT – COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MLMI TRUST SERIES 2005WMC1, Plaintiff – against – TRACY CRONIN, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on September 8, 2008. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on the 29th Day of July, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Plainedge, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 319 Boundary Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735. (Section: 49, Block: 212, Lot: 53) Approximate amount of lien $419,962.11 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 19427/07. Keith A. Lavallee, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

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28 East Main Street, Suite 1700 Rochester, NY 14614-1990 Tel. 585/760-8218 Dated: June 3, 2014 7-18-11-4; 6-27-20144T-#118765-FARM LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS GRANTOR TRUSTEE OF THE PROTIUM MASTER GRANTOR TRUST Plaintiff(s) Against NICHOLAS PETIKAS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on 4/25/2014, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at the CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom) in the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY 11501 on 7/22/2014 at 11:30 am, premises known as 48 Maple Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Vil-

lage of Farmingdale, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, designated on the tax maps of the Nassau County Treasurer as Section 49 Block 159 Lot 158 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $604,083.64 plus interest and costs. The premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 23249/09 Michael Alpert, Esq., Referee. SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road , Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Dated: 5/30/14 File Number: 24852 KAC 7-11-4; 6-27-20-20144T-#118352-FARM LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a limited Company (LLC): Name: 280 Main, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/ 29/2014. Office location: Nassau County, SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 280 Main Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Purpose: Any Lawful purpose, Latest date upon which LLC

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tered on 6/7/2010, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom) in the Nassau Supreme Court, LEGAL NOTICE 100 Supreme Court Dr., MinNOTICE OF SALE eola, NY 11501 on 7/29/2014 SUPREME COURT at 11:30 am premises known COUNTY OF NASSAU as 20 Carmans Road, ELLINGTON MORTGAGE Farmingdale, NY 117325. PARTNERS, LP, ALL that certain plot piece Plaintiff, or parcel of land, with the Against buildings and improvements JOSEPH P. FALCO, MONICA thereon erected, situate, lyFALCO, et al., ing and being at Farmingdale, Defendant(s) Town of Oyster Bay, County Pursuant to a Judgment of of Nassau and State of New Foreclosure and Sale duly en- York. Section 48 Block 448

Lot 171 Approximate amount of lien $281,865.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment Index #15573/08 IRENE V. VILLACCI, Esq., Referee. SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES, Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Dated: 6/9/2014 File Number: 22822 VA 7-18-11-4; 6-27-20144T-#118622-FARM

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O’Sullivan, Alice Alice T. O’Sullivan, 88, of Farmingdale passed away after an extended illness on June 4, 2014. Beloved wife of 58 years to John. Cherished mother of Patricia (Fred Carroll), Nancy Mangieri (Louis), John (Cristina) and Neal. Devoted Grandma of nine grandchildren. A Funeral Mass was held Saturday, June 7, at St. Martin of Tours RC Church, Bethpage, with interment following at St. Charles Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc.

Majewsky, Eleanor Eleanor M. Majewsky, 77, of South Farmingdale, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2014, in Orlando, Florida. Former Adjunct Associate Professor and retired Assistant Director of the Health & Wellness Center at Farmingdale State College. Survived by her cherished husband, Joseph, children Mark (Jody) of Silver Bay, M.N. Anne McAllister (Joseph) of Waxhaw, N.C., and Paul of Farmingdale; grandchildren Erin and Joseph McAllister and brother, John Wixted of Burke, V.A. She will also be missed by her many devoted friends. A Funeral Mass was

held Friday, June 27, at St. Kilian RC Church, with interment following at Calverton National Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to the Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc.

Yager, John J. John J. Yager Sr., 86, of South Farmingdale, NY passed away on June 16, 2014. A WWII U.S. Navy underwater demolition team veteran. Charter and life-time member of the South Farmingdale Fired Dept., member of Knights of Columbus Council 2204, and life member of VFW Post 516. Beloved husband of the late Theresa. Loving father of Carol Sweeney (Jack), Janet Robbins (Frank), Patricia Moore (Michael), Eileen Donnelly (John), and John J. Yager, Jr. (Denise). Proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Beloved companion of Barbara Galler. A Funeral Mass was held Thursday, June 19, at St. Kilian RC Church, followed by interment with military honors at St. Charles Cemetery. Donations in John’s memory may be sent to the South Farmingdale Fire Department Benevolent Association. Arrangements were entrusted to the Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc.

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“Run Start” Program Starts Out With Big Crowd The opening session of the 10 week “Run Start” Program co-hosted by Nassau County and the Greater Long Island Running Club attracted nearly 200 novice and would be runners to the track at Bethpage High School on Wednesday, June 25. The Run Start Program is designed for folks who want to get started with a running program to help them achieve a healthier and happier lifestyle, but need either the motivation

or the guidance or both to get started. New runners are being schooled in nutrition, hydration, proper form, footwear, apparel, and injury prevention, and are eased into a gradual training regimen that will prepare them to run the Farmingdale Main Street Mile on August 30 comfortably and well. Head Coach Debbie Blair, coaches Bob Cook and Ed Melnik, and Sports Medicine specialist Dr. Steven

Jonas are looking forward to a great summer of helping folks towards a healthier lifestyle. “We are thrilled that Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano and the Nassau County Parks Department are once again being so supportive of a Program that has a great potential for creating a healthier Nassau,” commented Run Smart Head Coach Debbie Blair. “This is a Program where everyone who is willing to put

in just a little effort can be a winner.” It’s not too late to get started. Sessions are being held at the Bethpage High School track every Wednesday evening through August 27, starting at 6:30 p.m. The one time fee for the entire program is only $30. Call the Greater Long Island Running Club office at 516-349-7646 for more information. — Submitted by the Greater Long Island Running Club

3 hits and 4 RBIs. Chris Pic had a 4 hit night with a homer over the fence while Tom Vanasco had 4 hits including 2 triples knocking in 6 runs. Don Simone pitch a gem holding the strong Singletons offense in checkout for most of the night as he hit one off the scoreboard for one of 2 doubles he had while knocking in 4 runs. The caboose Dave Rubino had 2 big hits one with 2 outs and the based loaded very clutch Davey Boy. It’s was nice to play and hanfg with the boys after a few weeks off. Bar-Boy beat Bethpage Pharmacy 11 to 9 in a tight, well played game. Bethpage came out strong early to take a 8-6 lead after 3 innings. The game was tied 9 to 9 into the 7th inning until BB scored scored two to take the lead and held on for the win. Frank Badalamenti had the big hit for BB a grand slam in the the 3rd. He went 2 for 3 5 RBIs, John Czarnecki went 3 for 4 with 2 RBIs, Jason

Cinnelli went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI, Lino Raspanti went 3 for 4, Ken Kolhmann went 2 for 3, Tom Debona went 3 for 4 , Mike Frain went 2 for 4, Joe Scotti went 2 for 4 and Bob Lies went 1 for 3 with 1 RBI. Zwanger Pesiri Radiology battled McCourt & Trudden Funeral Home and held on for a 18-14 win. ZP trailed until the 4th inning when rookie Kevin McGinnis belted a long 3-run homer. In the 6th, the lead grew bigger. Bino Reverberi, Pete Mendelson, Jerry Mazza, Richie D’Amico and John Hernandez all singled but the big blow was a Marc Fisher 3-run homer to cap a 6-run inning. For the night, Hernandez and Mendelson led the way with 3 hits each. Fischer, Russ Graham, Tommy Dittmeier, Marty Dunn, Anthony Nicolich and Reverberi all had 2 hits to support Fischer on the mound. — Submitted by Jerry Mazza

| OVER THE HILL GANG REPORT The weather and the lights finally cooperated as the Over the Hill Gang returned with a full slate of games Friday night at Allen Park. The previous week Changing Times Pub was leading Paradox Café 10-3 when the rain came pouring down and forced a restart of the game. Paradox’s Vinny Vega took advantage right from the start as he launched a grand slam to deep center field in the first inning. Al Celeste added an RBI single for a 5-0 lead. In the second inning, Gary Innis (3 Runs Scored), Brian Mulcahy (3 Runs Scored) and John “I’m on Base Again” Compitello (six runs scored) led the charge. Mitch Maghakian hit his second triple of the night to knock in 2 while Lyle Nigro cleaned up the bases with an RBI single. Some good fielding by Lenny Balestrieri led to an unassisted double play at short in the 3rd inning to shut down a potential CT

rally. A gem of a sliding catch was made in right center field in the sixth by Paradox’s Don Carlin that helped turn the game as CT had already posted 6 runs trying to get back into the fray. Maghakian and Steve Finelli also teamed up to retire CT’s powerful clean up hitter as the play went 4-1 with Finelli hustling over to cover first on a bang-bang play. The last 3 innings belonged to Paradox as Carlin knocked in 4 RBIs with 3 singles. Steve Finelli popped one over the fence for 3 more runs and Vega added his second home run of the night in center. Finally Gary Innes and Wally Sefert set the table as Balestrieri launched a bomb to left field to end the game. Paradox won the game 30-12. Sal’s Place came out swinging against undefeated Singleton’s and walked away with a big 27-13 win. The middle of the batting order powered Sal’s with Brian Landy getting

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