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Adam Devine as Josh and Rebel Wilson as Natalie in Isn’t It Romantic. Devine said he and Wilson joke they are each other’s work husband and wife. (Photos by Michael Parmelee)

From Romantic To Phone Addict Adam Devine talks Isn’t It Romantic, Lexi

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dam Devine likes a good slow dance; he just doesn’t want to do it in the rain. “I’d say I’m fairly romantic,” said Devine, costar of New Line Cinema’s Isn’t It Romantic, which hit theaters on Feb. 13 just in time for Valentine’s Day. “That’s the romantic comedy trope of it being in the rain and you’re so in love that you don’t care. I care. Let’s do it inside.” Devine stars as Rebel Wilson’s love interest for the fourth time, with Wilson previously having had a cameo on Workaholics, which Devine co-produced, co-wrote and co-starred in, and the love story of Fat Amy and Bumper in Pitch Perfect and Pitch Perfect 2. Devine plays Josh, coworker, best friend and, of course, unknown romantic option to Wilson’s Natalie, a New York City architect who has an encounter with a mugger that renders her unconscious. A lifelong cynic when it comes to love, Natalie wakes up to discover she is the star of her worst nightmare, a romantic comedy. “We have quite the history,” said Devine. “We joke and say we’re each other’s work husband and wife.” After claiming that the on-screen

Liam Hemsworth as Blake, Rebel Wilson as Natalie and Adam Devine as Josh relationships with Wilson were “super cute” with playful emphasis on the “super,” Devine gushed about his two other costars, Liam Hemsworth, who portrays Blake, a handsome client, and Priyanka Chopra, who plays Isabella, a model and self-proclaimed yoga ambassador. “I didn’t know Priyanka before this,” said Devine. “Obviously I knew who she was, but I didn’t know her

personally. She’s so cool and down to earth and such a funny, fun person, so it was cool getting to know her. And Liam, I actually directed him in an episode of Workaholics, so he and I had met before in that and, man, that guy makes me laugh so hard. He’s so good in this movie. It will show him in another light, which will be cool for him.” While Wilson’s character wakes up

in her own romantic comedy, Devine joked that if he had to choose a romantic comedy of his own, it would be Cast Away, the 2000 American survival drama starring a stranded Tom Hanks and a volleyball. “It’s just me on a deserted island with my best friend Wilson,” Devine said. “Is there some sexual chemistry there? It depends on how long I’m on that island.” The film offers many of the usual romantic comedy tropes while making fun of romantic comedies at the same time. “What’s cool is Rebel’s been saying that she wouldn’t normally get cast in a rom-com so when this came around and it sort of turned rom-coms on its head, she was all about it,” said Devine of the film distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. “It’s cool that this movie is really for everyone, as cliché as that is to say.” Devine originally segued into acting because he was “shitty at sports.” “Thank God it worked out,” he half-joked. Devine explained that unbeknownst to many, his career started with stand-up. At about 19 or 20 years

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ADAM from page 3A old, he recalled, Devine got a job at the Hollywood Improv Comedy Club, working the door, answering the phones and trying some open mic nights. In 2008, Devine did Live at Gotham, a Comedy Central stand-up show featuring up and coming comics. From there, Devine got Workaholics, which aired from 2011 to 2017. “It was such a learning experience for me,” said Devine. “I got the show when I was 25. That was my first real job. I hadn’t worked as a series regular on a TV show before, so I went from being a guy who hadn’t ever been a series regular to being not only the star, but I had to write all the episodes and produce them all. The learning curve was really steep for me and the guys, so it was sink or swim and luckily it was swim.” Since the Comedy Central show, Devine has starred in The Intern, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates with Zac Efron, Modern Family and Netflix original movies such as When We First Met and Game Over, Man! He recently finished his stand-up Weird Life Tour, which

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culminated in the filming of his first Netflix stand-up special set for June. “A lot of people didn’t know I do stand-up. That’s why it was really important for me to do my first special,” said Devine. “I love stand-up. I hope to never stop doing it even though movies are so time consuming. Going off and doing stand-up is like a breath of

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fresh air. It’s just you and the mic and a crowd. It’s just a party every night, which is what I’m all about.” Throughout Devine’s career, he drew much of his inspiration from three great comedians who came before him: Jim Carrey, Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell. “Jim was the first comedic star I fully fell in love with, everything that he did made me laugh,” said Devine. “I like how he segued and did more dramatic stuff and didn’t let himself get boxed in. Will is just naturally the funniest guy that’s ever lived; he will say anything and it will make you laugh. Ben Stiller did what I really respect. He’s able to write, direct, act and produce in his films and coming from a background where I have had to write and produce a lot for myself, I’ve looked up to him my whole career.” Devine explained he is always developing a new project or trying to find something to work on because he just loves what he does. “As long as they will allow me to continue doing it, it really is a dream come true for me,” said Devine. “I will try to work as hard as I can for as long as I can.” While working on a few other projects and with HBO’s The Righteous

Gemstones, in which he co-stars alongside Danny McBride and John Goodman, set to premiere in 2019, Devine is currently filming in San Francisco for his most current role in CBS Films’ comedy Lexi. Written and directed by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore, who wrote The Hangover and directed and penned Bad Moms, the film talks about phone addictions. Devine’s character is so addicted to his phone that he shuts out the outside world. When he finally meets a girl at the behest of his phone, the phone becomes jealous and attempts to ruin its owner’s life. “I think we all are [addicted],” Devine said. “I got that new update on my Apple and it shows your screen time and it shows I use it 14 percent less than most people, so it turns out everyone is more addicted than me, and I’m looking at my phone literally right now, checking my texts.” Devine joked that when he spied the update he has used his phone less, he couldn’t help but cheer for himself, “Look at me go. Then all of a sudden you take a road trip and you’ve used the GPS the entire time and you’re like, damn it. I won’t even drive home without it.” Although he doesn’t consider himself a conspiracy theorist, Devine took on a deeper tone with a touch of humor as he let out, “These things are going to turn on us.” He recalled that he was recently talking with a friend in a crowded bar as his friend explained he works in marketing for a clothing company Devine hadn’t heard of. “The next day I get targeted ads about his company, that I had never heard of, on my phone,” Devine said. “So obviously my phone heard that and linked us up, which is terrifying.” While shooting in San Fran, Devine said he met some people who are “really high up in these tech companies, and they’re like ‘oh, it’s terrifying.’ They’re like, ‘I try not to use my phone a lot, I turn off all the settings so it won’t listen to you.’ Once you start to think about it, it does start to get scary and intimidating.”

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Check out these museum exhibits in New York City By anthOny Murray amurraY@antonmediagroup.com

ne of the many great things about New York City is that there is always an abundance of things to do and see no matter what time or day it is. If one of your favorite pastimes is checking out new and exciting museums and exhibits, here is a roundup of some of the newest sights to see in the Big Apple.

Andy Warhol—From A to B and Back Again From now until March 31, at the Whitney Museum of American Art, which is located at 99 Gansevoort St., museumgoers can enjoy a retrospective of Andy Warhol. This exhibition, which is the first Warhol retrospective organized by a U.S. institution since 1989, reconsiders the work of one of the most inventive and influential American artists. This exciting exhibit builds on a wealth of new material and research that has emerged since Warhol’s death in the late 1980s, revealing new complexities about Warhol. For more information on Andy Warhol—From A to B and Back Again, visit www.whitney.org/ Exhibitions/AndyWarhol.

Frida Kahlo: Appearances Can Be Deceiving One other exhibit that is dedicated to another iconic artist is the Brooklyn Museum’s Frida Kahlo: Appearances Can Be Deceiving exhibit that is

currently running until May 12. At this unique exhibit, you can see Kahlo’s personal items, which include jewelry, clothing and prosthetics that will be on display for the first time ever in the U.S. Several paintings by the Mexican artist, such as “Self-Portrait with Necklace” (1933), “Self-Portrait with Braid” (1941) and “Self-Portrait as a Tehuana, Diego on My Mind” (1943), will be highlighted, among many other paintings. For more information on this exhibit, visit www.brooklynmuseum.org/ exhibitions/frida_kahlo.

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Tolkien: Maker of Middle-earth The legacy of writer J.R.R. Tolkien and his fascinating tales of hobbits and elves will be celebrated in an exhibit dedicated to him at The Morgan Library & Museum, which is located at 225 Madison Ave. The most extensive public display of original material, the exhibit features a collection of Tolkien’s illustrations, maps, draft manuscripts and designs related to The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion. Tolkien: Maker of Middle-earth runs until May 12. For more information, visit www. themorgan.org/exhibitions/tolkien.

Museum of the Dog Dog lovers will be sure to love the Museum of the Dog, which opened last month. This art museum dedicated to dogs has a large, two-floor

Frieda Kahlo (Mexican, 1907-1954). Self Portrait with a Necklace, 1933. The Jacques and Natasha Gelman Collection of 20th Century Mexican Art and the Vergel Foundation. 2019 Banco de Mexico Diego Rivera Frida Kahlo Museums Trust, Mexico, D.F. / Artists Rights Society (ARS) New York

collection of paintings, figurines, sculptures and rare pieces from famous dog artists including Sir Edwin Landseer and Maud Earl. There are also interactive exhibits, including the “Meet the Breeds” touch screen

In the Dugout with Jackie Robinson In celebration of Jackie Robinson’s 100th birthday, the Museum of the City of New York is opening a photography exhibit all about Robinson, the first African-American to play in MLB. Open now until Sept. 15, In the Dugout with Jackie Robinson: An Intimate Portrait of a Baseball Legend, features a collection of 32 photographs, most of them never published, pictures taken for Look magazine, rare home movies and memorabilia related to his career. The exhibition, which is located at 1220 Fifth Ave., at 103rd St., is done in collaboration with the Jackie Robinson Foundation, which is launching a Jackie Robinson Museum in December 2019. For more information on this exhibit, visit www.mcny.org/exhibition/ dugout-jackie-robinson.

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German Armor Replica Acquired By Museum

awrence Kadish, president and founder of The Museum of American Armor, announced the recent acquisition of a replica German armor vehicle designed to remind visitors and history students that America’s defense of freedom during World War II came with a heavy cost. The replica Sturmgeschüz (or StuG) is meant to represent a German assault weapon that placed a powerful gun on a tanklike chassis. Initially intended to destroy enemy bunkers and similar defensive positions, its low profile, 75 mm cannon and mobility were put to effective use as an ambush weapon as the Allies closed in on the Nazi Reich. A version of this weapon, the StuG III became Germany’s most produced armored fighting vehicle during World War II, with some 10,000 produced. “Its acquisition is meant to represent the deadly challenges faced by the Allies as they fought to liberate the world from the murderous scourge of Nazism,” said Kadish. “It will be periodically displayed as part of the museum’s armor experience program and award-winning educational presentations.” “The Armor Museum has a considerable array of Allied tanks, halftracks and artillery, allowing it to present a literal parade of American weapons. What it has not been able to do is remind the visitor just how formidable enemy defenses were, and the valor required to confront them,” added Michael Sapraicone, Armor Museum board member, and founder and president of Squad Security. “This vehicle allows us to reinforce the story of how we have heroes in our own families who have served, and continue to do so in the defense of our nation.” Dr. Libby O’Connell, History Channel’s Historian Emeritus, observed that the teaching of the events of World War II is minimal in the classrooms due to curriculum standards. “With so little time spent

teaching the lessons of World War II in our nation’s classrooms, it is easy to believe that Allied forces swept aside all opposition to end this conflict,” she said. “Not only was that not the case, but the loss of life was considerable given the military skill and fierce determination of Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan. This replica will become an important teaching tool in the months and years to come.” The Museum of American Armor has some 40 operational military vehicles under the roof of a 25,000 square-foot facility inside Old Bethpage Village Restoration in cooperation with the Administration of Nassau County Executive Laura Curran. Opened on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, 2014, an average of 14,000 people visit every year with special weekends set aside to observe historic military anniversaries. The Museum of American Armor is located at 1303 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage inside the grounds of Old Bethpage Village Restoration. For more information, visit www. museumofamericanarmor.org. —Anton Media Group

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Morning Routines: Hitting Pause To Connect With Your Partner

ur morning rituals are often sacred. Whether it’s getting up and enjoying a cup of coffee while sitting quietly in the kitchen, or dancing around in the shower belting out a favorite pop tune, the way we start our day matters. Our experiences in the morning often set the tone for the rest of the day. If we are too rushed, or miss out on an important part of our routine, it can make us feel out of sorts. Rituals have also been shown to reduce anxiety and increase confidence. With a growing list of responsibilities as we get older, our morning routines may become more complicated and rushed. So, how can we be sure to devote some time to, and connect with, our partners? Below are some tips for connecting with your partner as you prepare for the workday ahead.

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Spend time holding one another before you rush out of bed to begin your day. Enjoy the touch of your partner and savor the last few moments of peace and relaxation. If this requires you to hit the snooze button a couple of times, so be it (as long as you properly budget your time to make it into work when needed).

Share Take a moment to tell your partner the plan for your day. Is there an important meeting you have? Will you be heading to a function after work that you want to remind your partner about? Discuss what you are most looking forward to during your workday. Be careful not to unload or vent (unless it’s absolutely necessary). Keep the discussion positive, as this will set the mood for the rest of the day.

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LOVE LESSONS Marisa T. Cohen, PhD bring and you should be sure not to leave hungry. Incorporate cooking breakfast together into your morning ritual. If you are really pressed for time, have one person pour the cereal, while the other serves the coffee. No matter the meal, sit down together and enjoy what you prepared. In addition to breakfast, you may want to add preparing and packing lunch for one another into your routine. If making lunch for your partner, leave a sweet note as a surprise. It’s always nice to remind your partner that you’re thinking about him/her.

Do the chores We often have chores that we need to accomplish before leaving for the day, such as clearing and cleaning the dishes or making the bed. Turn this into a joint activity. This helps you complete the chores in half the time and encourages teamwork between the two of you.

Have a meaningful goodbye Before rushing off to the car or running to catch the subway/train/ bus, be sure to have a meaningful goodbye. Tell your partner that you will miss him/her. This will end your morning together on a positive and loving note. Marisa T. Cohen, PhD, is a psychology professor, relationship researcher and relationship coach. Learn more about Marisa at www. marisatcohen.com.

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Applebee’s Announces Second Annual Above And ‘BEE’yond Teacher Essay Contest

pplebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar recently announced the launch of its second annual Above and “BEE”yond Teacher Essay Contest, which will recognize top teachers—as nominated by their students—by awarding them with a sponsorship check and end-of-year class party, courtesy of Applebee’s. The contest is being offered at Applebee’s restaurants on Long Island owned and operated by local franchisee, Doherty Enterprises. Specifically, Applebee’s will award four deserving teachers from two counties (two from Nassau county, two from Suffolk), with a $500 sponsorship check to use towards their classroom for the upcoming 2019-20 school year, along with an end-of-year party for their current class. To nominate a teacher, students must submit

an essay in-person at their local Applebee’s explaining why their teacher deserves to be “Teacher of the Year.” To sweeten the deal, students who enter an essay will receive a free ice cream certificate to Applebee’s. Contest submissions will be accepted at participating Applebee’s restaurants through March 3. Winners will be announced on April 8. “We are thrilled to be holding our second annual Above and BEEyond Teacher Essay Contest at our Long Island restaurants,” said Kurt Pahlitzsch, director of operations, Applebee’s Long Island. “Our restaurants are committed to giving back to the local community, especially schools within the communities we serve. The overwhelming support from last year’s campaign reminded us what an integral

Last year Fork Lane Elementary School in Hicksville Principal Chris Scardino, Christina Marconi and thirdgrader Landon Luttrell with Marconi’s award. (Photo courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools)

role teachers play in building a better community.” Doherty Enterprises is committed to involvement in the communities it serves and is proud to support education year-round through its “A is for Applebee’s” program, which

was created for teachers, libraries and scout leaders to use as an incentive for children to succeed and be rewarded. The program gives children an incentive to go the extra mile to help other students, read more books

and make the Honor Roll. By obtaining the certificate from Applebee’s, children also gain a sense of accomplishment. Through this, and several other initiatives including donations, fundraisers, sponsorships and participation in community events, Doherty Enterprises gives back to local causes, helping organizations grow and flourish. Applebee’s Above and “BEE”yond Teacher Essay Contest entries will be accepted at the following locations: Baldwin, Bellmore, Bethpage, Elmont, New Hyde Park, Rosedale, Valley Stream and Westbury and in Suffolk County: Bohemia, Brentwood, Commack, East Farmingdale, East Islip, Farmingville, Huntington, Lake Grove, Lindenhurst, Miller Place, Patchogue, Riverhead and Shirley. —Anton Media Group

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No More Billionaires In The White House I

n case you haven’t noticed, we are a year away from the next battle over who will occupy the White House. At this point in time, there are about nine Democrats who have decided that they are worthy of being elected president. By the end of this year, it is anticipated that there will be at least 15 potential candidates vying, for the hearts and minds of the voting public. It’s too early to speculate on which man or woman the Democratic Party will pick for their nominee and generally my political choices, according to my wife, always wind up losing. But I have decided that I don’t want any more billionaires sitting in the Oval office. Apparently, the latest opinion polls agree with me. More than 50 percent of the voting public wants someone other than Donald J. Trump. So is there any other

INSIDE POLITICS Jerry Kremer billionaire worthy of being our president? To date the only announced billionaire is Howard Schultz, the creator of the Starbucks miracle. Schultz is estimated to be worth at least $3 billion, which means he can finance his own campaign. But is Schultz ready to run America? To his credit he has created

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a mega business with over 3,000 locations throughout the world. People of every income level have become addicted to five-dollar lattes. Does being the king of coffee qualify him to decide whether we go to war with Iran? Mr. Schultz made his formal announcement a short time ago and it wasn’t greeted with standing ovations. He declared himself to be the only true independent candidate. Democrats fretted that he would split their vote and reelect Mr. Trump. Republicans cheered at the idea that an independent would help their candidate squeak into the White House. The rest of the potential voters ignored Mr. Schultz’s self-coronation. Following his announcement, Mr. Schultz gave dozens of media interviews but in almost all cases, he had no opinions on taxes, voting

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rights and the influence of Wall Street on the nation. He basically said that we should just trust him. Somehow, I have seen this movie before. Another billionaire, Ross Perot, ran in 1992 on the same platform, pledging he would translate his business success into a better America. Perot didn’t get very far on that

argument. I don’t want to label all billionaires as being unqualified. Michael Bloomberg was a great mayor and is a brilliant businessman. I would love to see him as president but think the odds of him winning are pretty slim. Bill Gates would be a great leader and there are many others who fit that mold but couldn’t be elected. So for now, let’s hope that the Democrats nominate someone who is a visionary and has the talent to lead our country, free of tweets. Based on the past two years, I have lost my appetite for billionaires. Former State Assemblyman Jerry Kremer is a columnist for Anton Media Group and partner at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek in Uniondale. The views expressed are not necessarily those of the publisher or Anton Media Group.

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Mayumana Comes To Stony Brook University

The theatrical show is based on Edison and Tesla’s ‘Battle of the Currents’

ayumana, a theatrical music and dance sensation from Israel, brings “Currents” to Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University on Saturday, March 9, at 8 p.m. in a performance inspired by the historical “Battle of Currents” between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla in their quest for finding energy sources for the world. The troupe from Tel Aviv takes the audience on a playful journey between two sets of performers, each representing a different view of the essence of light and electricity. Each is inspired by a different aesthetic and artistic approach, presented as a dialogue through unique sounds, lights and visual effects. Mayumana (pronounced MyOO-mon-ah) combines specially made musical instruments, drums and massive video art projections including video mapping on the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem. The 11 skilled performers are in constant movement, musically juggling between different sounds. The name Mayumana comes from the Hebrew word for skill—Meyumanut. Elyon Nuphar and Boaz Berman, the founders, were driven by their deep love for percussion and music and created the first Mayumana show. The multicultural cast members inspired each other to showcase each individual’s area of expertise while developing in all players the versatility to master other skills. Reviews from around the world let people in on the excitement of Mayumana: “Amazing talents, great fun” La repubblica, Italy; “An explosive outburst of vitality, energy and delightful acting” Santiago, Chile; “Endless celebration of energy,” ABC, Spain; “An unusual dance-based spectacle that draws on elements of comedy, theatre and music”

Gold Coast Bulletin, Australia; “Funky moves and cutting-edge technology,” Time Out New York; and “Choreographed to near perfection,” www.ny theatre.com. Adding to the fun will be an exhibit from the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe, the historic site of Tesla’s former laboratories in Shoreham, NY. The Tesla Science Center will have a display of electrifying exhibits in conjunction with Mayumana’s “Currents.” Attendees will see Tesla coils in action and explore hands-on displays featuring magnetic machinery, augmented reality, electrical exhibits, theremin and robotics. The Tesla’s Inventions exhibit will be open to explore for an hour before and after the “Currents” show and during intermission. Tickets for Mayumana on the Staller Center Main Stage are $48 at stallercenter.com or by calling 631-632-2787. Discounts are available for children, seniors and students. —Submitted by the Staller Center at Stony Brook University

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Champagne Romance Celebrate romance this Valentine’s Day with a little champagne. Offering delicate flavors of honey, citrus and dried fruit along with aromas of rose hips, peony, and pink grapefruit, Krug Rosé provides Champagne lovers with a sense of both elegance and refinement while indulged. With an unexpected subtleness of its pale pink color, Krug Rose is the perfect choice to toast with a special someone. The recreation of the Krug Rosé 22nd Edition is composed from a blend of 22 wines across three grape varietals with the youngest wine dating back to 2010 and the oldest to 2005. It developed its expression and elegance after a stay of around seven years in the cellars. It retails for $300. Krug Grande Cuvée 166th Edition is the archetype of Krug’s philosophy of craftsmanship and savoir faire, Krug Grande Cuvée is recreated every year

from a blend of around 120 wines from ten or more different vintages and three grape varietals. It’s the perfect gift for the Champagne lover. It retails for $160 To discover the story behind each individual bottle, enter the Krug ID, a six digit number on the back label on the Krug app or www.krug.com. —Jennifer Fauci

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id you know that February is Heart Health Month? Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide, even before cancer. A silent killer, heart disease can often sneak up and catch us by surprise. The good news is that making healthy choices and managing your health conditions can help prevent heart disease. If you are due for a check-up, call your doctor today to schedule your physical. If you have a family history of heart disease, it may be a good idea to meet with a cardiologist as well. In addition to medical management, there are several healthy lifestyle habits and good nutrition practices that can help you live a heart healthy life.

Ditch white bread, try Ezekiel bread

White, refined carbohydrates are processed and contain virtually no heart-healthy fiber. Ezekiel bread is truly as healthy as bread gets. This sprouted grain bread is packed with healthy nutrients and fiber. Dietary fiber has been shown to help improve blood cholesterol levels and lower risk of developing heart disease. Plus, fiber helps to keep us full and encourages healthy weight management.

Ditch mayo, try avocado

Avocados are incredibly nutritious and are loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids. You can use avocado virtually anywhere you would use mayo. Try adding it as a spread to a sandwich or wrap, or substituting avocado in a creamy dressing.

vinaigrette only takes a few minutes, and can be made with whole, natural, real ingredients. Choose an olive oil base for healthy fats, and incorporate herbs and spices for added flavor.

Ditch chips, try popcorn

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Ditch candy, try dark chocolate

Who else needs an excuse to eat chocolate? Dark chocolate is packed with healthy flavanols that can protect your heart. Dark chocolate specifically contains almost three times more flavanol-rich cocoa solids than milk chocolate. Opt for one to two squares for a sweet fix.

Instead of chips high in sodium and saturated fat, opt for light popcorn to satisfy that crunchy snack fix. Popcorn is a whole grain, and those who eat plenty of whole grains tend to be leaner and have a lower risk of heart disease. Try air popping popcorn kernels at home, or purchase light popcorn that is already prepopped. Avoid excess butter and add-ins that defeat the purpose of eating this whole grain.

Ditch fried foods, try air frying

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Ditch store-bought with saturated fat, trans fat dressing, try home- and excess sodium. People who eat fried foods are at made vinaigrette

Have you ever looked at the ingredients lists for storebought dressings? They are often loaded with excess sodium, sugar and additives. Making your own homemade

increased risk of developing several diseases, including heart disease. If you crave the fried food texture, opt for an air fryer instead. Air frying can deliver a crispy texture with virtually a fraction of the fat of fried foods. Some air frying favorites include sweet potato fries or air-fried crispy chicken.

Ditch soda, try seltzer

Soda and other sweetened beverages have been linked to heart disease, obesity and type 2 diabetes. If you are hooked on soda, try to start slowly reducing your intake every week. There are a variety of naturally flavored seltzers on the market that are

Ditch salt, try spices

Excess sodium intake can lead to increased blood pressure, causing the body to hold onto fluid. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for various cardiovascular problems, including heart attack and stroke. Place the salt-shaker in the back of the pantry, and bring your spice rack front and center. Experiment with different herbs and spices to provide flavor without all the excess sodium. Try sodium-free seasoning blends, or incorporate aromatic spices such as cumin or cinnamon into your meals. free of calories and sugar, but still provide that carbonated bubbly goodness. Swap one soda for seltzer a few times a week and wean off slowly. Stefani Pappas, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN, CPT, is a Clinical

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Long Islanders Invited To 18th Annual ‘Go Red For Women’ Luncheon M en and women from across Long Island will be getting their red outfits and accessories ready for the American Heart Association’s 18th annual Long Island Go Red for Women luncheon. Heart disease and stroke are the number one and number five causes of death of women. For more than a decade, women have been fighting heart disease individually and together as part of the Go Red for Women movement. Cardiovascular diseases cause one in three women’s deaths each year, killing approximately one woman every minute. Since 1984, more women than men have died each year from heart disease and stroke. An estimated 43 million women in the U.S. are affected by cardiovascular diseases. When you get involved in supporting Go Red for Women by advocating, fundraising and sharing your story, more lives are saved. The Long Island American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women luncheon will take place

on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The luncheon is nationally sponsored by CVS Health, while Bradley & Parker, Petro Home Services and Mt. Sinai/South Nassau Community Hospital serve as the Long Island Life Is Why sponsors. The event will feature an elegant luncheon reception, silent auction, networking opportunities and moving survivor stories as well as educational breakout sessions presented by

recognized and credentialed healthcare professionals, providing women with information, resources and hope to take action and live a longer, stronger life. This year’s luncheon will honor the employees of Voxx International Corporation, Asia Lee and Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology. Kathy Munsch will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. The

honorees are committed to raising support and creating awareness about heart disease and stroke especially, as it pertains to women. Maria A. Grasso, senior executive vice president, chief operating officer and corporate secretary of Flushing Financial Corporation and Flushing Bank, will chair of the luncheon. Guests will also hear from Yvonne Fleming, who was the first to receive a heart transplant at NSUH. Tamsen Fadal from PIX 11 will emcee the event. The American Heart Association Go Red for Women Luncheon is attended by both women and men from business, health, education, local and state government. Local media sponsors include PIX 11, Long Island Business News, Cox Media and Connoisseur Media. For information about sponsorship opportunities, ticket or table reservations or other questions, visit www. longislandgoredluncheon.heart.org. —Submitted by the American Heart Association

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id Jacobson JCC has successfully received in the field of addiction, as well as providing direct funding to launch the A.C.T. for Recovery clinical addiction services both agency-based and (Aftercare Community Transition) Program, in private practice made Leinwand the perfect which seeks to support and assist individuals who candidate for this position. are on the path to recovery from addiction, as “Addiction doesn’t discriminate,” she said. “The well as their respective families. The program will opioid crisis is impacting families across a range of be led by the JCC’s newly hired licensed clinical socioeconomic and religious communities.” social worker and certified addiction specialist, SJJCC also hosts monthly NERA LI (Northeast Cindy Leinwand, LCSW, CASAC. Recovery Alliance Long Island) support Services will include: individual/ groups for Concerned Persons, special family counseling, support groups, events to educate those impacted by spiritual support, vocational substance abuse, and offers opportucoaching and social/recreational nities for health and wellness, career opportunities to support health services and more to provide support, and wellness. education and growth opportunities to “In response to the current opithose facing addiction challenges. oid crisis and ongoing challenges To learn more about the A.C.T. for of addiction within the Jewish Recovery Program and other support community, Sid Jacobson JCC programs offered by SJJCC, visit www. found it imperative to develop an sjjcc.org/supportgroups or contact Cindy Leinwand, Addiction Cindy Leinwand, Addiction Specialist aftercare recovery program,” said Michelle Laser, LCSW, Director of Specialist Social Worker at Sid Jacobson JCC, 516-484-1545 Social Services, Sid Jacobson JCC. ext. 211 or cleinwand@sjjcc.org and “A.C.T. provides a community safety net for those Michelle Laser, Director or Social Services at Sid seeking to re-engage in healthy living, vocational Jacobson JCC, 516-484-1545 ext. 200 or mlaser@ productivity and spiritual wholeness.” sjjcc.org. Leinwand is the A.C.T. for Recovery Program’s Addiction Specialist Social Worker. Her expertise —Submitted by SJJCC

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The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter recognized the outstanding contribution of their 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s media sponsor, Anton Media Group. Ann Healey, communications manager for the chapter, presented an award to Anton Media president Frank Virga and Senior Account Manager Sal Massa. The 2018 Nassau County Walk to End Alzheimer’s took place on Sept. 15, at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow.

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Northwell Goes Red For Women’s Heart Health families if we’re not taking care of our own health.” Echoing that sentiment was Evelina Grayver, director of the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) at North Shore University Hospital. For her, the key to good health comes from knowing the signs of illness and working hard to prevent future medical problems. “I often think about how much better it would be if people would make a point to see me on the first floor, so I don’t have to see them in the CCU later on,” said Grayver. Kathy Khodadadi couldn’t agree more. An employee of the health system, Khodadadi shared her story of prevention with the audience. Last year, during a health presentation at Northwell, Khodadadi realized she might be at risk for heart issues because she didn’t take time for herself. “I rarely took any of my prescribed medications on a regular basis, or made time to exercise,” she said. “I was the last on the list.” This realization brought her to

Grayver; follow-up tests revealed the presence of blockages. Luckily, no stents or surgery were required, but the news served as a wake-up call to action. “Now, I exercise regularly and watch my diet,” said Khodadadi. “For me, the key to getting healthy was to really want to make changes. I’m leading a much healthier life now.” Finally, the audience heard from Yvonne Fleming, the first patient to undergo heart transplantation surgery at NSUH. The day was meaningful for Fleming, who is looking forward to celebrating her first anniversary with a new heart on Feb. 19. “I remembering telling my surgeon, Dr. Brian Lima, just before what turned out to be a three-hour surgery that I promised to do my part, and all he had to do was his part,” she said. “I knew it would turn out just fine.” One week later, Fleming took a triumphant first walk from her hospital bed to the nurses’ station. She reported that those few steps “were the proudest moments of my life.”

Yvonne Fleming (left) and Dr. Evelina Grayver celebrate during Go Red for Women event These days, Fleming is back to her favorite activities—dancing, enjoying friends and family, and speaking about the power of hope. “In just a few days, I’m going to celebrate my first anniversary with this new heart of mine,” she said. “I do everything I can to honor this heart…I feel very blessed.” Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States, but 80 percent is preventable. “Build a strong relationship with your doctor—and with yourself,” said Grayver. “Just remember...it’s time to take care of me.” —Submitted by Northwell Health

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t was a sea of red as hundreds of Northwell Health staff members gathered together for the annual “Go Red for Women” celebration. In honor of American Heart Month, the Katz Institute for Women’s Health sponsored the joyous event, featuring special guest speakers, a wellness fair, dance troupe and a special appearance by Beats & Eats by DJ CHEF, the “only entertainer who simultaneously cooks and DJs for events worldwide.” Adam Auerbach, MD, medical director of Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital, emphasized the health system’s gratitude to Bass, “without whom the dream of a beautiful heart hospital would not have been possible.” Stacey Rosen, MD, who serves as vice president of Women’s Health, also expressed her gratitude to Bass, and then urged women to heed the warning signs of illness before it’s too late. “We live in a time when science understands that the symptoms of heart attack are different in women,” she said. “We can’t take care of our

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orth Shore University Hospital (NSUH) recently opened a new patient recovery area and operating room in the labor and delivery unit of Katz Women’s Hospital. The $8.5 million upgrade to the women’s hospital’s third floor added 5,000 square feet to an eightbed, post-anesthesia recovery unit and a new labor and delivery operating room containing three infant resuscitation bays, which helps reduce the time to transport newborns to the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Originally opened in 2011, the three-story Katz Women’s Hospital at NSUH features 73 single-bed rooms, postpartum and high-risk antepartum units for prolonged hospitals stays, a 51-bed NICU and nursery. The hospital delivered more than 6,800 babies in 2018—collectively, Northwell’s 11 hospitals with maternity units delivered more than 39,200 babies in 2018, representing 17 percent of all babies

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born in New York State and 1 percent of births nationally. The NSUH project is part of a more than $212 million investment that Northwell Health is making in expanding and renovating maternity units at six of the health system’s hospitals on Long Island, in New York City and Westchester County. “Northwell’s commitment to the care of women and newborns is evidenced by our substantial financial investment into our maternity services and programs which set a new standard of care for our patients,” said Michael Nimaroff, MD, senior vice president and executive director of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwell Health. “We are upgrading our maternity units to be private rooms, which allows babies to stay with their mothers for the majority of their stay, encouraging breast feeding and recognizing the importance of bonding between mother and baby.” —Submitted by Northwell Health

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ilk thistle. It seems like everyone with liver issues is taking milk thistle. People have heard through the grapevine that this herb is the cure-all for all liver diseases, especially hepatitis C. If you search the Internet, you will find innumerable posts touting the benefits of milk thistle, in many different combinations. I find this phenomenon fascinating. So, what is the real scoop on this over-the-counter herbal product? Well, in reality, despite all these claims, there are no scientific studies to support its use in any liver diseases except perhaps in alcoholic liver disease, where it may make people feel better but does nothing to the liver. Those that feel better have also stopped drinking, so no one can be sure if it is the milk thistle or the alcohol cessation causing the overall symptomatic improvement. Interestingly, how

can hundreds of thousands of people be wrong or be misled? Maybe it is great marketing. In the United States, more than one billion dollars is spent annually on herbal remedies. The actual amount spent on milk thistle in the United States is unknown, but Germans spend more than $180 million dollars a year on silymarin and its derivatives. Early European settlers to the Americas first introduced silymarin to the United States. It has been in use in Europe for more than 2,000 years, since the ancient Greeks noted its effectiveness in curing snakebites. It was not until the 16th century that milk thistle was widely touted as a cure for jaundice and other liver disorders. It has been used sporadically ever since. Silymarin acts as an anti-oxidant that stabilizes plasma membranes, as does vitamin E and a whole host of other

various products. There have been many studies using silymarin to treat liver disease. Most of these studies, however, are flawed due to multiple uncontrolled variables such as the varied content of silymarin used in the studies, small study sample sizes, varied severity of liver disease included in the trials and inadequately defined THE SPECIALIST endpoints, to name a few. These small studies, however, David Bernstein, MD have led to the following unsubstantiated and unprovanti-oxidants. In the United en conclusions. Silymarin States, silymarin is classified as appears to hasten recovery food supplement, not a drug, from acute hepatitis. It shows so its use and testing does not no benefit when used to treat fall under the strict jurisdicdrug-induced liver disease. Its tion of the Food and Drug benefits are questionable in Administration. Therefore, alcohol-induced liver disease all milk thistle preparations although some studies report are not created equal as the improvement in liver enzymes actual silymarin content of with its use. There are no large any particular preparation published studies evaluating may vary and there may be its effect on eradicating the different types of silymarin in hepatitis C virus.

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ebruary is American Heart Month—and an excellent time to review heart health risks and guidelines especially among members of the African American and Latino communities. Untreated and longstanding high blood pressure can lead to hypertensive heart disease (HHD), which includes heart failure, coronary artery disease and other conditions. HHD is the leading cause of death associated with high blood pressure for all Americans. High blood pressure also puts people at risk for experiencing a stroke. Each year, approximately 100,000 home care patients in the U.S. report a prior stroke, and a recent study at the Visiting Nurse Service of New York Center for Home Care Policy & Research further shows that, at start of care, recurrent stroke risk is high for many patients and, in particular, African Americans due to uncontrolled blood pressure. As a registered nurse providing care at home for highrisk patients with chronic heart failure, hypertensive heart disease and post-stroke, I know how important it is to work with these vulnerable patients and their families to help them make lifestyle changes and link them to continuous, responsive hypertension care. Here are a few guidelines for closing hypertensive heart health disparities in the African American community.

difference in your health. Learn how to read food labels and become especially mindful of salt and sodium intake, which can have adverse effects on hypertension and diabetes, respectively.

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Move a Little Just 15 to 30 minutes of light physical activity three to five days a week can help reduce your risk for stroke and heart disease. Small steps can lead to big progress if you just add a little activity to your life: walk to the mailbox or the corner bodega every day, get off one stop early and walk a few extra blocks if you ride the bus or subway, do stretches and “hall laps” at home if you need to in order to get started.

Keep a Health Journal Manage Your Diet This one can be the most challenging especially when your cultural eating habits conflict with healthy eating recommendations. It’s important to manage your cholesterol levels by reducing your daily fat intake gradually over time. Talk to your doctor or home health provider about establishing dietary goals that support healthy blood pressure. Even small changes to your diet can make a big

Take the time to write down all of your medications and any changes your doctor makes to each prescription. Don’t forget to write down over-thecounter medications you take too, from baby aspirin to vitamins. Note how you feel each day, especially on days when you feel a little groggy, tired, sad or confused. This way you have a record of your health so every health professional on your care team can understand your full medical history at any time. Sharon Paul, RN, is from the Visiting Nurse Service of New York.

When Permanent Teeth Never Come BY DONNA GENTILE

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elcoming the arrival of your child’s teeth is one of the pleasures of parenthood. But what happens when your child’s teeth don’t arrive? According to the National foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasia, 20 percent of adults have one to two teeth that never develop. Congenitally missing teeth are a result of a genetic trait passed down through families. Besides cosmetic effects, these missing teeth can cause dental problems. Early recognition and intervention by the right team of dental specialists is the key to good oral health. There are typically three options when a permanent tooth is missing: Preserve the baby tooth; replace the missing tooth or, close the space using orthodontics. These methods are not always interchangeable and the best choice for any particular patient will be decided based on the condition of the teeth, the bite, the amount of crowding and a number of other variables. Oftentimes, it is the lateral incisor or the second premolar that is missing.

Missing lateral incisor Lateral Incisors are the teeth that sit on either side of your two front teeth. One way to overcome the aesthetic and functional defect of a missing lateral incisor is to shift the canine tooth into the lateral position. Depending on the overall size and shape of the remaining dentition, this may be all that is needed. Some minor modifications to the canine tooth and voila! However, usually this

is only a temporary solution. When age is appropriate, the orthodontist will move the canine teeth back into its original position. Space is created for a dental implant or a fixed partial denture to replace the missing tooth. The final outcome is an aesthetic, symmetrical, well-balanced smile. The later modality of treatment should be started in the late teens/early 20s. The face continues to grow in a downward forward motion well past puberty. Placement of a fixed restoration too soon can lead to a tooth that looks too short or out of position. Many patients in the transition stages of treatment wear removable retainers with replacement teeth in them. This gives the appearance of a full smile while allowing for late stage growth.

Missing second premolars The second premolars are the teeth right in front of your molars. When these adult teeth are missing, we try to maintain the “baby tooth” as long as possible. It will preserve the space in the arch needed for the ideal tooth replacement. When the child is of the appropriate age, a dental implant

or fixed bridge can be used. Careful inspection is important, eventually the “baby” tooth may become ankylosed, meaning it fuses with the bone. In this situation, the tooth will not erupt to the height of the surrounding adult teeth. This will create an imbalance in the alignment of the opposing and adjacent teeth leading to many dental complications such as wear, fracture and root problems. In summary, congenitally missing teeth are more common than one may think. Routine dental visits will detect this condition early. The sooner intervention occurs, the better the outcome. Understandably, a great deal of stress is associated with spending childhood and youth missing teeth. Proper coordination between dental specialists such as orthodontists and prosthodontists will ensure a smooth the transition from one phase of treatment to the next.

Donna Gentile, DDS, is a Prosthodontic Attending at Interfaith Medical Center, and clinical assistant professor at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. Her practice is located in Massapequa, NY.

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and love with a Valentine’s workshop at Genspace’s community biotechnology lab. You’ll conduct your own genetic test for a “love” gene and delve into the ethics of DNA-based matchmaking ($75, or $115 for two). Japanese Monsters: Sky Room Talk with Film Historian Glenn Andreiev Monday, Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m. Cinema Arts Centre 423 Park Ave., Huntington 631-423-7610 www.cinemaartscentre.org

Long Island filmmaker and film historian Glenn Andreiev shares the back story of 1950s and 1960s Japanese monster flicks, how they came to inspire auteurs like Quentin Tarantino and Steven Spielberg, and the way they reflect Japan’s post-war recovery ($16).

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This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction but always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have completed the puzzle, there will be 19 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). There’s an opening in your life, and you’re quietly searching for the right person for the role. It’s natural to accidentally and very hopefully project onto others the qualities you’re looking for (qualities they may or may not actually possess), but better not to assume. Stay curious. Take the time to really find out. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There’ve been times you were much clearer in your direction, but this recent cycle has you off-center and unsure about what you need, who you need to know or what to focus on. What you do know is that you’re currently uncomfortable. Start there. List what needs to change. What solutions might you try? GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Don’t even worry about what you are or what you are not because that sort of thinking has built-in limits and isn’t very helpful. The way to frame it is to think in terms of actions, i.e., this was an effective thing to do o that brought minimal satisfaction. This week, be the verb and let the noun take care of itself. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Though your basic needs are covered, there are other needs that somehow feel more connected to your survival than the essentials. For instance, if you don’t understand what’s going on in a relationship, eating doesn’t feel important. And you’d gladly stand in the cold for a chance to see exquisite beauty. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ve mixed feelings about socializing, but you’re starting to realize that you’re not going to get to your next goal without doing some outreach. The more you talk to people (and more importantly, listen to people) the better you get at it. Your best bet this week is to meet and learn about as many new people as possible. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There’s a difference between someone wanting to get to know you better and someone asking questions in hopes of checking the right boxes to fulfill an expectation. You shouldn’t have to perform to get respect and love. So go where the interest is genuine and selfless. You’ll have a lot more fun. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’re an avid student, though education is a double-edged sword; it’s coming from someone else and therefore can’t help but be loaded with bias and misinformation. Education will at least help you figure out where your own interests lie. Then, to really know, you’ll go out and experience it for yourself. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You don’t always love people. You’ve gotten off the phone and thought, “That’s 20 minutes I’ll never get back.” You’ve left the party 50 bucks lighter and still hungry in every way. And yet, when that sense of belonging does come to rest, there’s nothing like it. This week renews your spirit through heartfelt exchanges. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). When people ask for help they don’t really need, there’s an agenda playing out. What is it? Power? Control? Or maybe this is a way to include people and get them to be a part of something. Which is it? Your ability to understand social dynamics will be key to this week’s progress. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It turns out that some of the people you count on to help you form your perception of the world have been woefully misinformed. That’s OK. There are so many sources out there. Get new influences and, even more importantly, new experiences. Where you weigh in on things matters in the lives of others. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Even though you are the sign most associated with the future, the past is still your constant companion, fading in and out of your day, reminding you, defining you or nudging you with varying degrees of helpfulness. When the past is being a nuisance, deal with it. There’s something to resolve and let go. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). If there’s no solution, there’s no problem. If it can’t be changed or summed up or put to rest, if it’s a symptom of the human condition, if it’s out of yours or anyone’s control, then it’s not something you need to waste thoughts on. You’ll be useful and happy solving what actually can be solved.

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sland Harvest Food Bank recently announced it had received a $30,000 KidsCents Regional Grant through the Rite Aid Foundation to help support its childhood hunger relief effort through the Kids Weekend Backpack Feeding Program and Summer Food Service Program according to Randi Shubin Dresner, president and CEO of the leading regional hunger-relief organization. The Kids Weekend Backpack Feeding Program, established in 2006, provides supplemental food support for school children who rely on their school’s breakfast and lunch program, but often don’t have enough to eat over the weekend. The Summer Food Service Program provides healthy meals to children during the summer months when school is not in session. Each Friday during the school year, Island Harvest Food Bank discretely supplies children who are food insecure with packs of nutritious, shelf-stable food, which contain enough for two lunches, two breakfasts, two snacks, and two servings of milk. During the 2017-18 school year, the program supplemented 256,000 meals to 1,800 kids in 29 schools across 12 school districts on Long Island. In 2018, the Summer Food Service Program provided access to 200,000 healthy breakfasts, lunches and snacks for 8,500 children at 84 sites. “The sad reality is that for many food-insecure schoolchildren on Long

Island, the school meals are often the only meals they may eat during the day,” said Shubin Dresner. “Thanks to the Rite Aid Foundation’s KidsCents Regional Grant, we can provide children who rely on their school feeding programs with essential food support when school is not in session.” The KidCents Regional Grant Program, which provides grants of $15,000-$30,000, significantly expands the reach of KidCents by funding specific out-of-school-time programs focused on children’s nutrition, physical fitness, and academic success. The KidCents program also annually supports a select group of more than 400 nonprofit, kid-focused organizations committed to improving the health and wellbeing of children including The Fred Rogers Company, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Folds of Honor. “We created the KidCents program to ensure that kids have a chance for better lives and brighter futures,” said Tracy Henderson, director of The Rite Aid Foundation and charitable giving initiatives. KidCents Regional Grants support nonprofit organizations with programs that serve children, from newborn to 18 years of age, and improve the quality of life in Rite Aid communities. To be considered, programs and projects were required to take place during out-of-school-time. Priority was given to programs supporting communities in need. —Anton Media Group

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As American As Spaghetti I Pie By stEVE MOsCO

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t’s hard to imagine, but Italian food was once thought of as oddly esoteric—a strange “foreign” food eaten only by a small group of immigrants in the slums of New York City. Fast forward to today, and it’s even harder to imagine a week where one doesn’t eat something at least vaguely Italian. But how did Italian food become so popular? In celebration of National Italian Food Day on Feb. 13, let’s find out. For anyone born into an Italian family, pasta, red sauce, parmesan and the rest are as familiar as grandma wringing her hands together because she’s convinced you aren’t eating enough. It’s the stuff of Sunday dinner; almost always starting before 2 p.m. and usually involving some shape of pasta (for me, cavatelli, or “gavadeels”) and a dented pot of sauce filled with meatballs, sausage or, if you’re lucky, bracciole. Then there was the meat and potatoes dish, maybe a roast chicken, some string beans or broccoli rabe with oil and garlic. There might even be chicken parmesan, especially if your cousin Anthony was coming over because that’s the only thing the kid ate. And don’t forget about a half-dozen loaves of bread always within reach and a salad (eaten at the end of the meal). Wine, fruit and nuts aid digestion, before finishing off with coffee and cake. See you next Sunday.

America was of German origin. Instead of pasta, there was spaetzle; instead of meatballs, there was (German) sausage; and instead of sauce, there was mustard. And it was all consumed with great fervor in cavernous beer halls. But then the Italians came, and between the 19th century and the 1920s, 4 million former citizens of the boot-shaped country came ashore. The waves of Italian immigrants passed through Ellis Island, some stopping in New York, and others heading west, all the while clutching their cultural identity through their cooking traditions. They went to New Orleans, where Sicilian workers piled meat on muffuliette rolls from their native region, inventing the Louisiana staple, a muffuletta sandwich. They stopped in Philadelphia, where a son of Italian immigrants put steak and cheese on an Italian roll, creating the Philly cheese steak. They made it out west to San Francisco, where Genoese fisherman adapted their Italian fish stew known as ciuppin into the San Francisco specialty cioppino, and where a chef invented Chicken Tetrazzini in the early 1900s in honor of an operatic soprano. Italian food was further popularized by soldiers returning home after World War II. They brought back with them the irreparable craving for the foods they ate overseas and were met with enterprising immigrants who opened restaurants to satisfy that craving. And before America knew what happened, spaghetti, meatballs, sausage and peppers, lasagna, ravioli, and what we call pizza, was everywhere.

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With modern day came the availability of a far greater array of Italian ingredients. Suddenly, the once-rare components of an Italian meal—Mozzarella di Bufala, Pecorino Romano, gnocchi, pancetta, black and white truffles, real extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pasta of all shapes and sizes—was all available at both specialty stores and at a growing number of run-ofthe-mill supermarkets. Television food personalities, both with Italian-sounding last names and not-so-Italian sounding names, became famous by teaching home cooks how to master the all-day Sunday Sauce. And, perhaps most influential to the saturation of the cuisine, local pizzerias sprung up in nearly every strip mall, particularly in New York and on Long Island. These mom-and-pop pizza joints pulled more than pies from the oven, as they developed a flair for dishes like chicken marsala, Francese and, of course, parmesan. Unfortunately, they also convinced the public that anything sold with a side of marinara sauce could ostensibly be called “Italian.” But, all is forgiven, as mozzarella sticks, fried calamari and fried zucchini are too good to let anyone stay mad for too long.

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Misunderstood Mary

Film director Josie Rourke recasts the image of the 16th century monarch By lisa sChiFFMan editorial@antonmediagroup.com

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ary Stuart is one of the most celebrated yet misunderstood figures in Scottish history. The 16th century Scottish monarch’s tumultuous life included a brief reign that was roiled by intrigue and murder, ill-fated marriages, imprisonment and execution by order of her cousin, Elizabeth I of England. She has been the subject of numerous literary works, plays and films over the centuries. While renown for her beauty and charisma, Mary has been characterized in history as a femme fatale, a woman ruled by passion and not reason, whose lack of political skills led to her downfall. The film Mary Queen of Scots, directed by Josie Rourke, with a screenplay by Beau Willimon (Netflix, House of Cards), and starring Saiorse

Ronan as Mary and Margot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I, recasts Mary’s image in history: not as an unstable emotional temptress, but as a strongwilled woman and a dynamic leader. The film reconsiders the difficult circumstances of Mary’s life, based on John Guy’s 2004 autobiography, The True Life of Mary Stuart Queen of Scots, whose in-depth research of original letters and historical documents from Scottish and English archives led him to conclude that Mary’s reputation had been tarnished in history. Born Dec. 6, 1542 at Linlithgow Palace in Scotland, Mary, the only surviving legitimate child of James V of Scotland and his Mary of Guise, was only six days old at the time of her coronation. Almost 500 years since her death, Mary’s tragic life story continues to fascinate the public. The castles she lived in and the places she visited are top tourist attractions in Scotland.

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“The story is incredibly vivid. It has what any story would want: execution, assassination, passion, betrayal and conspiracy. It is an amazing dramatic experience,” said Rourke, the artistic director of the renowned Donmar Warehouse Theatre in London. Mary Queen of Scots marks her directorial debut. Rourke, who has been passionate about British history, the Tudor period, and Shakespeare since childhood, said she was invited by Working Title Films to talk about a Mary Queen of Scots project. “I was really excited and started to read about her,” she said, adding that Guy takes Mary seriously as a woman and as a monarch. “I’m British—their history is my history. As part of my work on Shakespeare in the Stewart period, I have read a tremendous amount of history, contemporary accounts and letters.” Rourke also noted that Guy described the film as a forensic story and rather than getting opinions, he went back to the original archives in England and Scotland. His book, according to Rourke, is based on original research that is based on actual source material. The film opens the day of Mary’s execution on Feb. 8, 1587, at Fotheringhay Castle, in England, after Elizabeth has signed her death warrant for treason. The film then travels back in time to Mary’s triumphant return to Scotland in August 1561 to reclaim the Scottish throne, after the death of her first husband Francis II of France. The film focuses on the troubled relationship between Mary and Elizabeth.

A Catholic, Mary was considered the rightful heir to the English throne by many English Catholics, making her a threat to Elizabeth, who was Protestant. With no husband or child, Elizabeth is pressured to name an heir. Mary is determined that Elizabeth name her as her rightful heir, but scheming courtiers around Elizabeth—like her chief minister William Cecil (played by Guy Pearce)—start to plot against her. The characterization of Mary is inaccurate, says Rourke. “It is much more nuanced than that. I believe Mary was a very effective politician; although she was not ultimately successful, she showed courage and political ability,” said Rourke. “The historical view of Mary is—that she was not able to rule because she was a woman.” At the center of the film is an examination of the rivalry between Mary and Elizabeth, and the challenges they faced as women in power, in a society ruled by men. And while Mary Queen of Scots was filmed before the #MeToo movement, Rourke says that “#MeToo represents the chance to hear women’s voices we have not heard before.” As a “woman filmmaker making a film with female characters,” Rourke sees the film as an opportunity to tell Mary’s story through a woman’s perspective. The film is notable for its diverse casting, including Gemma Chan as Lady Bess of Hardwick, one of Elizabeth’s ladies-in-waiting, and Adrian Lester, as Thomas Randolph, Elizabeth’s diplomat to Scotland. “Who gets to play these roles in the 21st century? It seems to me completely

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Left: Guy Pearce stars as William Cecil (pictured with Margot Robbie). Right: Margot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I in Mary Queen of Scots. (Photos by Liam Daniel/Focus Features) crazy with someone like Adrian Lester, an eminent Shakespearean actor, who played Hamlet on the British national stage, should not because he is a person of color and has not been able to represent a period over someone else,” said Rourke, who finds the response to the film’s depiction of homosexuality curious. “In the courts of Europe, men were open in relationships with men and other women. We know Lord Henry Darnley (Mary’s second husband, played by Jack Lowden), slept with

men and women. David Rizzio (Mary’s private secretary, played by Ismael Cruz Cordova) slept with other men. Mary came from the French court, she was highly tolerant. This is factual about the time and is an accurate portrayal, not a modern reinvention.” In the film, a crucial dramatic scene in which Mary and Elizabeth meet after Mary has been forced to abdicate her throne and has fled to England, actually never happened in real life. “That scene is both brilliantly written

and well-acted by these two women (Robbie and Ronan)” said Rourke. “I wanted to find a way to get to how they felt about each other in an extraordinary pivotal moment. The scene revealed the inevitability of both their need for each other, but how they were driven apart by the geopolitics. How much was at stake for them. It was an extraordinary portrait of the extreme of Mary’s suffering and Elizabeth’s pain at having to sign the warrant for Mary’s execution.”

Being among the minority of female filmmakers in Hollywood, Rourke admits that it has to change. “We’re a handful of years from that being standard,” she said. “I am one of the few people able to do this. It is my responsibility to advocate, and I hope this movie will help.” Mary Queen of Scots is nominated for Best Makeup and Hair as well as Best Costume Design for the upcoming 91st Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 24, on ABC.

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It’s A Hardwood Life T By ChristOPhEr BirsnEr

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he NBA All-Star Game will be played this Sunday, which means the final stretch of the basketball season is upon us. While the likes of the Golden State Warriors, Milwaukee Bucks and Toronto Raptors are sitting on top of the world, teams like the Brooklyn Nets are struggling to hold on to a playoff spot while others, like the New York Knicks, are just counting the days until the season is over, again. For our two local teams, it’s worth looking back at the season thus far and what the short- and long-term future holds.

Brooklyn Nets Kenny Atkinson had a tough start to his head coaching career, but it seems his team is finally making progress. The Nets have already matched the win total of last year’s 28-54 campaign, which wasn’t going to be too hard to perfect. Part of the improvement is thanks to point guard D’Angelo Russell finally showing growth at the pro level. The former second overall pick of the Los Angeles Lakers is having his best season, already topping career totals in points and assists. He has been named to the All-Star Game as an injury replacement for Victor Oladipo. If things don’t work out this year, there is still potential for success in future seasons. The Nets are filled with young stars that will continue making a name for themselves in addition to Russell. Second-year center Jarrett Allen is second on the team in rebounds and fourth in points. Along with Rodions Kurucs, he was recently named to the Rising Stars Challenge, selected as two of the best players just starting their career in the NBA. So what stands in the way of a playoff berth? Despite a few difficult Western Conference matchups, the early parts of the remaining schedule doesn’t seem too terrible. The big key will be the final seven games,

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D’Angelo Russell gives Nets fans hope for the future of their franchise. (Photo by Eric Drost/CC BY 2.0) with games against the Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers and two games against the well-rounded Bucks. If the Nets can build some momentum into the last few games, they could get some cushion in case things fall apart.

New York Knicks The Knicks seem to be on an endless cycle of bad and that has continued this season. It came to a head a few weeks ago after they decided to trade franchise power forward Kristaps Porzingis and budding shooting guard Tim Hardaway to the Dallas

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Mavericks. Despite adding two future first-round draft picks to their collection of players, it’s hard to feel like the Knicks won the trade. It feels like they gave away a future star in Porzingis for what? Just to acquire the same thing? There’s a whole lot of hope that the likes of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving may sign a deal to play with David Fizdale’s squad, but what’s important to look at is what the Knicks have to build around right now. In terms of the younger players on the roster, there’s the likes of Kevin Knox and Emmanuel Mudiay, who have played well when given the chance to play.

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Both have plenty of time to develop under Fizdale to become consistent starters in the future. There’s also Dennis Smith Jr. and DeAndre Jordan, two of the players acquired in the Porzingis trade. Smith Jr. has a chance to become a longtime player for the team, while Jordan can serve as a temporary roster filler who could act as mentor to the young players that are currently there. As far as the rest of this season is concerned, there’s just nothing that the Knicks could do to climb out of being the worst team in the NBA, at least until the offseason begins. The only hope is that Fizdale and general manager Scott Perry can work together in rebuilding this franchise, and they can recruit some big-ticket free agents so they can make the playoffs in the 2019-20 season, which would be their first since the 2012-13 season.

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