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Destined To Perform

Ain’t Too Proud’s Derrick Baskin gives Great White Way another shot by anthony murray

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errick Baskin, who plays legendary singer Otis Williams in the brand new Broadway production Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations, originally had reservations about starring in another musical after doing three different shows back-to-back-to-back. “I just wasn’t feeling musicals,” said Baskin. “I had done three back-to-back musicals, which was a blessing in and of itself. Each show ran between two to three years, and I just wasn’t being challenged anymore in musical theater. I had one foot out the door when this show came along. My agent was like, ‘This show is going to give you the challenge that you’ve been looking for.’ This show is more of an acting role and I want to eventually make movies and do film and television.” After being convinced by his agent that Ain’t Too Proud, which chronicles how The Temptations shot into superstardom, would be a good platform for him, Baskin was sold on the project. He was sold even more so after reading through the show’s script. “I went and read through the script and said ‘This guy talks an awful lot,’” laughed Baskin. “I was nervous at first because I never had to memorize this much dialogue before, but eventually I did it.” After going through the reading materials, Baskin said he began to relate to Williams a little bit more specifically on an artistic level as well as a young black artist, a spiritual man and a person who loves his family. “I started to get really excited about playing this guy who paved the way for me to do what I’m doing,” said Baskin. “Initially, I was like ‘Eh, let’s leave these musicals alone’ because I started to get some traction with film and television. I had done a movie called Marshall with Chadwick Boseman and Kate Hudson. I did three seasons of this television show called Difficult People on Hulu [also].” Initially, Baskin wasn’t on the glamorous path to the entertainment business and was a pre-med student in college who only grew up singing in his local church. “I’ve always loved music and I always loved singing,” explained Baskin. “I was applying to medical schools and graduate schools and didn’t want to have any regrets because once you go

Derrick Baskin, who plays Otis Williams in Ain’t Too Proud, takes center stage. (Photos

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to medical school, that’s it. I’ve always wanted to sing jingles in commercials or make a record. I went to Hampton University in Virginia and once I graduated from there, I moved in with my grandfather in St. Louis, MO, trying to figure out my life as a 22-year-old guy. I was like ‘You can’t make an album here, so where do you go for that?’” While navigating New York City and working at a TGI Fridays, Baskin fell into the Broadway world thanks to his new coworkers. “There are a lot of waiters here who are singers or actors or musicians,” said Baskin. “I didn’t know that. I just wanted to pay my rent. I went along with my friends from work for an open call for Rent. I didn’t know what Rent was at all. My father was in the Air Force so I grew up all over the place. Half of my life was out of the country in either Germany or Japan. I had some knowledge of Broadway shows, but it wasn’t on my radar. I didn’t know what I was auditioning for, so they

kept calling me back. I finally went to see the show and I was like ‘Oh wow, I want to do that. That’s what I want to do.’ A light went off and I was like ‘This is why you’re here. You’re here to do this,’ and from there I prepared myself for that.” Afterward, Baskin, who is pretty much self-taught, took an acting class and read a lot of books about acting while sitting on the floor at a Barnes and Noble bookstore. After his friend helped set up a meeting with their agent, Baskin slowly rose through the ranks doing regional theater, summer stock and then finally his first show on Broadway. “For me, I didn’t have a concrete plan on how to get here,” Baskin explained. “I just allowed whatever doors of opportunity to open and then here we are leading a show on Broadway.” Playing Williams and paying tribute to such a well-respected group in the music community, such as the

Temptations, is an honor, according to Baskin. “Otis is such an artist,” said Baskin. “He’s very grateful to be where he is in life and he’s very grateful for the arts. I think that someone who has that kind of gratitude for what they do, because he could very well be full of himself and easily be very conceited, and none of that is what’s in him. I think people who have achieved greatness like Otis has achieved and they’re able to keep that gratitude, that story deserves to be told. I’m happy to tell that story.” The 2-hour-and-30-minute show is full of high energy and excitement between its spot-on choreography and musical numbers. However, it wasn’t easy in the beginning for Baskin to learn some of those iconic moves that The Temptations were known for. “I’m probably the worst dancer,” laughed Baskin. “I came in before

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BASKIN from page 3A everyone else did about two or three weeks with Edgar Godineaux, who is the associate choreographer for the show. The two of us were just in the room because it takes me awhile because my brain doesn’t work that way with choreography. It takes me a while to pick up steps. It took me about three weeks for a one-on-one intense workshop situation. It was eight hours a day. It was pretty rough. Once everyone else started, it took us three or four more weeks.” Once Baskin mastered the art of dance, he also needed to learn how to unnerve himself when he stepped out on stage. “I had to get over my nerves of dancing,” he said. “I was like ‘Oh my god. Now I have to dance in front of all these people.’ It’s much different than dancing in front of a mirror. I had to get over the nerves of dancing in front of people, so that took me a long time. I wanted to say that I got really comfortable with my dancing after the first month on stage dancing in a show.” Using the legendary Motown catalog, top hits such as “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone,” “Get Ready” and “My Girl” are all performed. Baskin’s favorite song to perform is “I Can’t Get Next to You,” which is performed at the

The five leads of Ain’t Too Proud. Below: Jeremy Pope and Candice Marie Woods as Eddie Kendricks and Diana Ross

top of Act 2. “It’s some high, high energy,” said Baskin. “We have two turntables in the middle of our stage and we don’t use them as a group until the top of Act 2. We only use it twice like that

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and that’s the first time. It symbolizes us doing concerts in different venues. It kind of shows the success that The Temptations were having at the time. It’s some of the funkiest music and that’s where I do some of my best dancing. I’m really proud of doing that particular song with that choreography for sure.” If anyone knows the history of The Temptations, they would know that the members certainly had their differences when it came to drug and alcohol abuse, which is a feature that is shown throughout the play. However, according to Baskin, the cast gets along pretty well. “Here’s the thing with show business that we forget, is that it’s a business,” said Baskin. “You don’t necessarily have to like the people

that you work with. Our show, I lucked out that we genuinely love each other. There’s a genuine camaraderie and a friendship there. Then to have five black male leads, in recent history, there hasn’t been five black male leads telling a black story. This is very rare and we realize that as artists. These characters are fully realized characters, so they have a good arc and are fully developed characters, which is clearly attributed to the writing of the show. It really is just a wonderful story.” Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations stars Derrick Baskin, James Harkness, Jawan M. Jackson, Jeremy Pope and Ephraim Sykes, and is playing at the Imperial Theater, located at 249 West 45th St. For tickets or more information, visit www.ainttooproudmusical.com.

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Art of the Song

Hayes Carll returns with latest effort BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO DGILDERUBIO@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

olly Parton was once quoted as saying, “Songwriting is my way of channeling my feelings and thoughts. Not just mine, but the things I see, the people I care about. My head would explode if I didn’t get that stuff out.” It’s a sentiment that Hayes Carll is fully on board with. Currently touring in support of What It Is, the Lone Star native’s sixth studio album, and first since 2016’s Joe Henry-produced Lovers and Leavers, this current collection found Carll reuniting with Brad Jones behind the board. The added twist on these dozen songs are the contributions of the singer-songwriter’s fiancée Allison Moorer, who not only had a hand in cowriting a number of cuts, but shares coproduction duties with Jones. It was a slightly different approach than

Carll had taken on prior records. He wound up more than happy with the end result. “Having two people that I trusted and respected like that sort of freed me up to push myself a bit more, which is what I’ve been trying to do on the last couple of records—trying to avoid being in the same place. On those fronts, it was a little bit of something old and something new,” he explained. “Writing-wise, I think there’s a little bit of evolution there. Again, Allison played a big part in cowriting. But the subject matter for me, and the way that I presented it, was a little more direct and present, while still hanging on to some of the tools I’ve used in the past like humor, tempo and the personality of the song. I wasn’t hiding behind characters or deflecting in a way that maybe I have in some of my past stuff. That was a bit of an evolution for

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he admitted. “They would rather I stay me—being able to stand behind what away from that and provide entertainI was doing and have it align with my ment for them and not bring these life and being able to say so without other parts [into the equation]. I’m having to hide it.” certainly aware of that when I go in to Fans will find plenty to thoroughly dig into, be it the gnarly Carll-penned make a record, where I touch on a few of those things. But, I’m 40 and am at a twanger “If I May Be So Bold,” the point in life where I’m trying to figure solid bluegrass framing the stellar my own shit out, the idea of censoring title cut and opening number. On to make other “None’ya,” a fidpeople happy dle and acoustic feels like a losing guitar-soaked Whether it was Kris proposition to me song Carl at this point. It’s cowrote with Kristofferson, Willie something that Moorer and Nelson, John Prine— I’ve maybe done Adam Joseph there’s a long list—they for too long.” Landry, he were people that were able In the end, sings, “So I try Carll’s approach because I need to help me identify feelings to his craft and to/Know your I had or ways to articulate reverence for heart the best emotions or experiences honoring a way I can/For for me that I didn’t have song is what the laughter/ earned him early For the pain/ the language for at that comparisons For the way you time. Or wasn’t able to to Townes call my name/ express. —Hayes Carll Van Zandt, an All I wanna do early hero. It’s a is be your man.” sentiment he still Carll even woos feels very strongly about. a bit of topicality with “Fragile Men,” “The power of [writing songs] was an ethereal number he cowrote with fellow singer-songwriter Lolo. Framed always really alluring. Whether it was Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, by subtle strings and some sparse John Prine—there’s a long list—they pedal steel, Carll croons, “Fragile were people that were able to help men/I don’t think that they respect me identify feelings I had or ways to you/How the hell can they expect articulate emotions or experiences for you/To be what you don’t want to me that I didn’t have the language for be.” Having been introduced to a at that time. Or wasn’t able to express,” broader country music audience via he recalled. “That’s a really powerful artists like Kenny Chesney and Lee thing to do—when somebody can Ann Womack covering his songs, the introspective Texan realizes that these express how you’re feeling for you and help you connect and make sense of newer fans might not necessarily be it in that way. I wanted to see if I had interested in his opining on certain that ability, because that’s such a great topics. gift to be able to share with somebody “Any time you have an opinion or and what a great way to spend your life have any kind of social commentary figuring that stuff out.” about something, [that can be a Visit www.longislandweekly.com to challenge]. A segment of my fan base, read a longer version of this story and and this is something I’ve known but learn which are Hayes Carll’s favorite was made more aware of it recently, is singer-songwriters. not real down for that conversation,”

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Godzilla: King of the Monsters (PG-13) Finally, on May 31, Godzilla: King of the Monsters stomps into theaters, written and directed by Michael Dougherty. The film stars Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, Bradley Whitford and Sally Hawkins. This is the sequel to 2014’s Godzilla and the 35th film in the Godzilla franchise. This time, the world must use their terrifying enemy Godzilla as an ally to save itself against the likes of Mothra, Rodan and the three-headed King Ghidorah. For me, it brings up childhood memories and now Godzilla is becoming well known to the new generation.

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Aladdin (PG) The long-awaited Aladdin hits theaters on May 24. Directed by Guy Ritchie, the film stars Will Smith, Naomi Scott, Alan Tudyk, Billy Magnossen, Mena Nassoud and Marwan Kenzari. This live-action film is a remake of the classic animated film from 1992 featuring Robin Williams as the genie. Smith takes his own spin on the genie and magnificently succeeds. Aladdin follows a kind-hearted street brat, who falls in love with a princess and must fight against a merciless Grand Vizier to save their country. A must-see for everyone.

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Guidance Center Spring Luncheon Breaks Record In Fundraising

sellout crowd of 245 people recently joined together for North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center’s annual spring luncheon. This year’s event, which supports the Guidance Center’s mission to restore and strengthen the emotional well-being of children and their families, was a record-breaker, raising more than $87,000. The luncheon, which took place at Glen Head Country Club, began with a morning round of Mahjong, Canasta and Bridge, along with unique shopping boutiques from some of Long Island’s trendiest and most charitable small business owners, including Buy the Bag, Club & Country, Dash, I Thrive, Transitions and RFC Fine Jewelry, among others. After a delicious luncheon buffet, Vanessa McMullen, who is the supervisor at the Guidance Center’s Marks Family Right From The Start 0-3+ Center in Manhasset and also head of the agency’s Diane Goldberg Maternal Depression Program,

Board members and supporters of the Guidance Center’s lifesaving mission had a wonderful time at this year’s Spring Luncheon. introduced the day’s speaker, former client Katherine. The audience was completely engrossed as Katherine shared her experience with postpartum depression and talked about the lifesaving treatment she received at the Guidance Center. She told the crowd, “I was desperately seeking someone who could

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een filmmakers from across the region attended the inaugural Youth Film Day, produced by Hofstra University and the Gold Coast International Film Festival, where they explored careers in film and television. Students in grades 7-12 had the opportunity to take hands-on filmmaking classes and workshops with Hofstra faculty, Gold Coast International Film Festival staff and award-winning filmmakers. The event was held March 16 in the world-class film and television production studios of The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication on the Hofstra campus. More than 100 student filmmakers participated in workshops taught by experts in cinematography, editing, sound design, visual effects/CGI, filmmaking equipment, stunts and fight choreography, animation and special effects makeup. Students also attended panels on “How to Make a Short Film,” and “Careers in the Film and TV Industries,” led by award-winning filmmakers David Paterson (Disney’s Bridge to Terabithia; Lionsgate’s The Great Gilly Hopkins); Ramfis Myrthil (co-president, Beast of the East Productions); Shari Johanson (I, Tonya, Showtime’s Billions); and Emmy winning and Oscar-nominated filmmaker Carolyn Hepburn. All students attending Youth Film Day were invited to submit short films to be judged by a jury comprised of industry professionals. Long Islanders Lucas Cavanagh from Hauppauge High School took home an award for Best Film–Second Place and Jaiden Moreno from Lynbrook South Middle School (East

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the Gold Coast International Film Festival, was proud to partner with Hofstra on this special event. “Our goal with Youth Film Day and all we do to support young filmmakers is to give students a clearer picture of the industry, and for those who decide to pursue careers in film or television, some practical skills and experience. There is no better place for students to gain such experience than from the world-class faculty at The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication and the award-winning filmmakers that work with our festival,” she said. “There is nothing more inspiring that the sight of young people turning into storytellers, finding their own creative voice,” added Mark Lukasiewicz, dean of the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication. “These young

filmmakers have many amazing tools at their fingertips, but interacting with our faculty and facilities opens their eyes to the true craft of filmmaking, in all its forms. For our school, it’s also an opportunity to expose these students to the great opportunities we offer in our undergraduate film program.” Youth Film Day is a part of Hofstra’s Regional Scholars program, which offers talented middle school and high school students the opportunity to explore new academic interests with scholars and college students as mentors, to spend a day or two on a college campus, and to gain an understanding of what collegiate-level work entails. The initiative supports Hofstra’s mission to encourage and nurture intellectual curiosity and learning through a free and open exchange of ideas. The Youth Film Day program is also an extension of the Gold Coast International Film Festival’s Young Filmmakers Program, which solicits short films from students in grades K-12 from all around the country to compete for a spot in its annual November festival. Submissions are currently being accepted for the 2019 Young Filmmakers Program. Hofstra University is the official university partner of Gold Coast International Film Festival and the Gold Coast Arts Center’s year-round film programs. —Submitted by Hofstra University

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The Long Island Music Hall Of Fame Now Accepting Scholarship, Grant Applications

he Long Island Music Hall of Fame (LIMHoF) is excited to announce that it is accepting applications for their 2019 scholarship and grant programs. LIMHoF scholarship/grant programs provide funding opportunities across Brooklyn, Queens and Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Each is designed to further opportunities to celebrate music across Long Island. In addition to their long-standing scholarships for high school seniors, the 2019 program is expanding to include awards for educators, school programs and performers that are contributing to the current Long Island music scene. “We are thrilled to kick off our 2019 scholarship season and to add a new category to our grant program that supports working musicians,” said Ernie Canadeo, chairman of the Long Island Music Hall of Fame Board. “We are committed to our mission, which includes not only celebrating Long Island’s rich musical heritage, but also supporting music education for future generations.” The 2019 categories include student scholarships (applications due May 13), school recognition program grants (applications due May 13),

the Educator of Note award (applications due Sept. 30) and the new Outside the Box (Working Musicians) grant (applications due Aug. 1). All applications must be postmarked by the application deadline in order to be accepted. LIMHoF will be awarding five $500 scholarships to graduating students for 2019, which will provide funding for graduating high school students who have shown an interest in pursuing a music career. The LIMHoF Education Committee will base selections on the completed application as well as a 400 to 500-word

essay on education and career goals, high school transcript and letter of recommendation from an individual who can attest to the applicant’s commitment to a music career. LIMHoF’s School Recognition Program provides grants that will be used to support initiatives set up by music teachers and fine arts directors, acknowledging music programs that are creating valuable experiences for their students and incorporating the national and New York State Standards for the arts in creative and meaningful ways. Applications will be reviewed by the LIMHoF Education committee and a panel of music educators. High schools will be given designations of Gold, Silver, Bronze or Emerging with a Gold (with Distinction). Grants will vary based on number of designations awarded. An event recognizing many of the participating schools will be held at the NYCB Theater at Westbury in November 2019. For more information about all LIMHoF scholarships, grants and applications, contact Kelly Leung, LIMHoF’s Board Member for Community Outreach, at 516-938-1626 or email kellyl@ limusichalloffame.org. —Submitted by The Long Island Music Hall Of Fame

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of 2015 by a family who also lost a son at 34 weeks. There are currently 22 local chapters across the United States and six more in development stages, all run primarily by volunteers that have had a stillbirth. I, myself, lost my daughter Emma-Méabh on April 21, 2017, at 29 weeks. Since our loss, my husband and I have been working closely with the Star Legacy Foundation in hopes of helping other families like us. In addition to all of the programs, the organization has also been working on new legislation. A few states already offer a one-time tax credit to provide some assistance towards the extreme costs of losing a baby, but New York does not. Recently, Senator Shelley Mayer introduced the bill in the Senate and Assemblyman Buchwald will be introducing their version soon. The Star Legacy Foundation is also working on making changes to the Family Leave Act to include stillbirths for both parents. On May 4, the Let’s Not Be Still Annual Festival 5K and Walk will take place at North Hempstead Beach Park, at 175 W. Shore Rd., in Port Washington. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Adults $40, youth (4-12) $20, 3 and under are free. The event is hosted by the Star Legacy Foundation NY Metro Chapter. For more information about The Star Legacy Foundation, visit www. starlegacyfoundation.org. —Submitted by Maggie Goodwin

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WWII and Korean Vets to visit D.C. Memorials courtesy of Honor Flight Long Island On May 11, Honor Flight Long Island will take WWII and Korean War veterans on a free, early-morning flight to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C. Departing from Islip MacArthur Airport at 6:05 a.m., veterans and their guardians will go on a guided tour of Arlington National Cemetery, WWII, Korean War, Air Force, Navy and other memorials, as well as meet officers from their military branches. They will return to Islip at 9:50 p.m., to an emotional welcome by hundreds of family members and friends. Honor Flight Long Island (HFLI) is a local, nonprofit chapter of the national Honor Flight Network. HFLI organizes, hosts and pays for biannual flights to D.C. each spring and fall. Each trip includes 50 veterans who attend for free, thanks to donations from across Long Island. They are accompanied by 50 guardians, next

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When it comes to remediating the Grumman-Navy Plume, the U.S. Navy operates at its own pace. For its critics, that may as well be glacial. Navy representatives and contractors unveiled their latest plume contamination test results and operational plans at the 44th twice-annual meeting of the Restoration Advisory Board (RAB). These meetings fulfill the Navy’s mandate to keep the public informed about its remediation efforts as one of the two responsible parties whose manufacturing activities contaminated Long Island’s major drinking water supply, the Magothy Aquifer. Dozens of people gathered on April 17 at the Bethpage Community Center to listen to and question

representatives of the Navy, state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the state Department of Health (DOH) and other experts.

the widely-used industrial solvent trichloroethylene (TCE), used to clean metal parts prior to painting. It has been found at more than 8,200 parts per billion (ppb) in groundwater near the facility. Under the state’s Safe Drinking Water Act, Background the maximum contamFor decades, inant level for TCE is the Grumman 5 ppb. The Centers facilities and the for Disease Control Naval Weapons Feds find Bethpage and Prevention lists Industrial Reserve property on TCE as a human Plant (NWIRP) carcinogen. in Bethpage which to build The Navy—which designed and treatment owned 105 acres built legendary facility. and leased facilities fighter aircraft and, to Grumman—has been as a capstone, NASA’s tasked by the DEC to clean lunar landing module. up two off-site deep plumes that They also produced industrial contain levels of TCE greater than wastes in the form of volatile organic 1,000 ppb. These, in the 2003 Record compounds (VOC), which have of Decision (ROD) entered to between spread several miles from the site. the Navy and the DEC, were described The major groundwater pollutant is

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Brian Murray of the Navy, at left, talks about the department’s latest plans in the Grumman-Navy Plume remediation efforts. as the complexity of determining the extent of the plume. The Navy continues to install wells to monitor the extent and change in VOC concentrations over time.

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At the April 17 meeting, the Navy said it’s close to acquiring a piece of property to finally erect a second water treatment plant. The1.23-acre parcel is located at 11 Union Ave. in Bethpage. The current one-story building will be demolished to erect a treatment plant. The plan is to clean the extracted water to drinking standards, and then pipe it to county-owned recharge basins. This system will be be in place by

2022. The Navy calls this Phase II of its RE-108 treatment program. In Phase I, expected to go into operation later this year, the Navy will place an extraction well at the northern portion of the RE-108 hot spot. It will then pipe the water along an existing corridor owned by PSEG to the RM-38 treatment plant.

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What’s In A Good Exit Plan? How to begin the process of leaving your business BY ANTHONY G. BIANCHI & JORDAN A. FREEDMAN

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n this day and age of technology and crazy schedules, it is understandable that business owners are so busy running their businesses that they can overlook the critical task of exit planning. It is also understandable that, at some point, all owners will exit their businesses. When that day arrives, owners will want to exit on their terms, the two most important of which are financial independence and choosing the person or entity that will buy the business. Designing a comprehensive exit plan—based on your exit objectives and flexible enough to adapt to changing economic, business, and personal circumstances—can be the difference between liquidating your company and selling it for top dollar. Let’s look at the characteristics of a good exit plan in light of a sad, but common story of two business owners who failed to plan, as told by an exit planning advisor.

Several years ago, we met with Jim and Tim McCoy, the owners of a thriving construction company. Our business-planning meeting quickly turned into a “We are getting out of business so how do we do it?” meeting. As successful as they were, the McCoys were tired of navigating the labyrinth of government regulation and paying ever-increasing taxes. Ultimately, the day-to-day grind of running a multimillion-dollar company had taken its toll. For the McCoys, a sale to a third party was not feasible, not only because neither brother was willing to remain with the company after a sale but also because they had failed to develop a strong management team. Few savvy buyers will purchase a company without a great management team committed to remain after the sale. Transferring ownership to one or more key employees was also out of the question. None had been groomed to assume ownership responsibilities nor had the McCoys taken action to fund this type of buyout.

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We are just less than two weeks away from the PGA Championship and Bethpage State Park is almost ready to welcome thousands of fans for the second major tournament in golf this year. Before the pros tee off on May 16, PGA Championship Director Scott Reid took some time out to reflect on the work that has been done in the last 10 months to prepare for the event. “It’s coming along great,” said Reid. “We’ve been very fortunate with the weather, having a mild winter. We actually started building the championship back in February, so obviously everyone was a little bit nervous about the weather, but we’ve been very fortunate. The build has gone as well as we could of anticipated.” Reid and his team arrived at Bethpage State Park back in July with the grand opening of their headquarters in the right side of the parking lot. Their goal in the early months was to promote ticket sales for the tournament as well as host other promotional events, including a cocktail reception that gave a look at the tournament’s set-up and the corporate hospitality accommodations in October. Since then, all focus has been on getting the course ready for its biggest event since hosting the 2009 U.S. Open. “Tickets sales have been going on and we’ve reached a point where we are sold out on Saturday and Sunday,” said Reid. “We still have tickets left for Monday through Friday at the moment. As I’ve said, we started building the structures for the event in February and I would say we’re about 70 percent complete. We have over 500,000-square-feet of

flooring that we are putting down. And then we have big tents that we’re putting on top of them so it’s a pretty big build.” Over the next week and a half, Reid’s team will be putting the finishing touches on

about how it will play in the middle of May. “He feels really good about where the golf course is with three weeks to go,” said Reid. “Hopefully the weather will continue to stay on a warming trend and that will help with

the rough growing a little bit. I don’t want to jinx anything, knock on wood, but everyone is excited about where we are right now with the golf course. We’re hoping we don’t get a bunch of rain.” Leading up to the

tournament, Reid said that they will be holding a grand opening for their PGA shops from Friday, May 10, to Sunday, May 12, leading into PGA Championship week

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Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 6:30 a.m. Gates close at 7:30 p.m.

Scott Reid is directing his first major tournament, with past managing experience including the Allianz Championship and The Sanford International. (Photo courtesy of the PGA)

Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Practice Round PGA Players will practice at Bethpage Black at some point between 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, MAY 14 their work, with construction wrapping up very soon and walking areas being finalized for fans, as well as making sure other important elements are in place. “We’re focusing on a lot of details,” said Reid. “All the tent structures are up so now its completing all the interior areas to those tents. We also have some fan walkways we are working on. We have to build some decking where the fans will walk as they make their way through the main entrance. We’ve been also meeting with the law enforcement agencies involved in the security plan. Just making sure we’re ready to go for the championship.” The course itself is set to be in great shape by the time the tournament begins, barring the weather. Andy Wilson, the director of agronomy at Bethpage State Park, talked to Reid about the field’s condition and was very optimistic

Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 6:30 a.m. Gates close at 7:30 p.m. Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Practice Round PGA Players will practice at Bethpage Black at some point between 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Longest Drive Contest Players will be offered an opportunity to hit one tee shot on Bethpage Black’s 16th hole. It will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 6:30 a.m. Gates close at 7:30 p.m. Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Practice Round PGA Players will practice at Bethpage Black at some point between 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, MAY 16

Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 6:15 a.m. Gates close at 8 p.m. Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 6:15 a.m. to 8 p.m. Championship Round 1 PGA Players will tee off on holes 1 or 10 in groups of three at some point between 6:45 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. Times subject to change. Television Coverage TNT will air live coverage from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 17

Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 6:15 a.m. Gates close at 8 p.m. Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 6:15 a.m. to 8 p.m. Championship Round 2 PGA Players will tee off on holes 1 or 10 in groups of three at some point between 6:45 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. Times subject to change. Television Coverage TNT will air live coverage from 1 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 18 Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 7 a.m. Gates close at 8 p.m.

Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Championship Round 3 PGA Players will tee off on hole 1 in pairs at some point between 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Times subject to change. Television Coverage TNT will air live coverage from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CBS will air live coverage from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Gates Open The public can arrive at the park as early as 7 a.m. Gates close at 8 p.m. Shuttle Shuttles from the general parking lot at Jones Beach are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Championship Final Round PGA Players will tee off on hole 1 in pairs at some point between 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Times subject to change. Television Coverage TNT will air live coverage from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CBS will air live coverage from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Wanamaker Trophy Presentation Ceremony The trophy ceremony will take place on the 18th green immediately following the end of play.

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Another player to watch out for is Brooks Koepka, who won the 2018 PGA Championship. Can he earn back-to-back wins? Well, he has back-to-back U.S. Open wins, so there’s your answer. Brooks Koepka is a tremendous young talent who probably doesn’t get the respect he deserves for how well he’s played. He can easily repeat at Bethpage Black with how he’s played. He hits the ball far enough, a good, strong player. He’s a good putter. I would look at Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Tiger Woods, Justin Thomas, who won two years ago in Charlotte, as the longer hitters who are going to have the advantage.

As the 2019 PGA Championship at Bethpage Black approaches, there’s no one who knows the course better than longtime CBS Sports analyst Peter Kostis. Kostis, who joined CBS in 1992, is an Emmy award-winning voice. Not only is he a seasoned veteran when it comes to everything there is to know about golf, but he’s worked with dozens of PGA Tour and LPGA Tour professionals. He’s even worked with celebrities to improve their golf games, including Kevin Costner, Maury Povich, Dan Marino and former baseball stars Jim Rice and Mike Schmidt. Now, as Bethpage Black prepares to host the second major of the PGA Tour in 2019, Kostis breaks down what to expect, the difficulty of the course, Tiger Woods’ comeback and much more.

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What are expectations for the second major of the PGA Tour season?

Obviously, coming back to Bethpage Black is going to be great. We’ve been there a couple of times over the past few years. I thoroughly enjoy the golf course and I think it’s a great test. I look forward to seeing it in the spring time as opposed to later on in the summer. It will probably pose a little bit of a different challenge to the players, especially if the temperature dips or if we get a lot of rain. Bethpage Black is going to be part of the story and the other story is going to be Tiger Woods. Coming off The Masters victory, he’s going to a place where he’s had success in the past and played well. I think that will be the story going in. Can Tiger win two in a row or not? That’s really going to be the storyline going in.

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With the PGA Championship moving from late in the summer to May, will players have a bigger challenge with the course? Everybody is getting used to the new schedule and trying to figure out how they’re going to organize their schedule to be ready for the four majors. We get one each month now— April, May, June and July. The biggest challenge of the PGA Championship moving from August to May is going to be: Are the northern courses, like Bethpage Black or Oakhill coming up, going to be ready condition-wise coming out of the winter? Do they have enough time to get the grass going? We’re just going to have to wait and see. It’s going to open up the possibilities of having different golf courses in the future.

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What makes this course so difficult compared to others?

It’s long and hard. I expect it’s going to play even longer in the spring time because it’s not going to get dried out and firm. The ball won’t roll 40 or 50 yards. I expect the longer hitters are going to have a huge advantage.

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You mentioned Tiger Woods attempting to win yet another major. Can he pull off back-to-back wins? Everything about Tiger going forward revolves around his body and his physical condition. Clearly, he’s healthy. He came back and won his 15th major at The Masters. While that golf course probably suits him more than Bethpage Black, he’s proved to himself that he can play major championship golf. He had a couple of top 10s last year in majors and now, he won The Masters. He’ll be one of the favorites going into Bethpage. But just because you’re going in as a favorite doesn’t mean everybody else is going to lay down and give you a victory. You have to earn it.

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What would back-to-back major wins by Tiger Woods do for the golf world?

I’m not going to speculate what will happen if he wins two in a row. I think it was great for golf and even greater for Tiger, with everything he’s overcome—the DUI, the scandals, the divorce, injuries to his knees, fusion in his back—it’s been one issue after another that he’s had to overcome. People should respect how hard he’s worked to come back and leave it at that. Let’s see what the future holds. He’s clearly going to be the favorite or amongst the favorites in May. But we’ll have to see what happens.

What are the keys to taming this challenging Bethpage Black course?

I don’t think you tame Bethpage Black. I think you try not to get bitten by it. I don’t know what the rough is going to be like because of the growing season differences. There can be a lot of tight pins and approach shots that are fairly long. It’s not going to be a drive or pitching wedge type of golf course. First of all, you have to drive it well. You have to hit your approach shots well. Then, you have to follow it up with decent putting. It’s the standard formula of success to winning for any major.

DIRECTOR from page 3B that is open to the public. As for during the tournament, fans will be able to visit Cafe 101, a place for refreshments and taking photos with a giant replica version of the Wanamaker Trophy. There will also be a fan zone that will have golf simulations, putting lessons and information about state parks in New York. There will be plenty of concessions throughout the area, including “Taste of New York” on hole 14 for New York-centric cuisine. The momentum of Tiger Woods winning The Masters will certainly have an impact on the PGA Championship as more people will be tuned in to see the all-time great try to win back-to-back majors. “We couldn’t ask for a better lead-in to the PGA Championship,” said Reid. “Tiger being back in the forefront of golf has certainly piqued people’s interest in golf. It’s great for us here at the tournament but it’s great for the PGA as a whole.” For more information on weekday tickets, parking and other championship details, visit www.pga.com/events/pgachampionship.

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hose who care about the future of our planet strive to be environmentally conscious in our daily lives. We do our best to recycle, conserve water and electricity, choose natural and locally grown products and make good transportation choices. If we can think about our environmental impact every day, there’s no reason we can’t extend this thinking to planning a vacation. Here are some aspects of green travel to consider before your next trip.

research

A little research goes a long way. Start by checking which cities are the most eco-friendly. In the U.S., Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, and San Francisco, CA, often rank on top due to their green policies and attitudes. Check the tourism bureau of the destination you’re interested in to find what sustainable practices they employ. For example, Marin County, just north of San Francisco, details its Certified Green lodging properties, agritourism and farm-to-table experiences on its website www.visitmarin.org.

Transportation

Public transportation is always a better choice when it comes to your carbon footprint. However, trains and buses are not always available or convenient in certain destinations. If you feel like going off the beaten path and getting a rental car is inevitable,

choose the one with the best gas mileage, or better yet, go for a hybrid or an electric vehicle.

traditional French Champagne method. The honey is sourced from local and migratory beekeepers and ultimately has a positive impact on the environment. Each varietal captures the essence of the wildflower pollinated by the bee, resulting in one-of-akind flavors.

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Many hotels have adopted eco-friendly practices to keep up with demands of eco-conscious travelers. Limiting water waste, ditching disposable amenities and reducing laundry are a few ways hotels lean green. Take it a step further by staying at homier accommodations. Bear Valley Cottage (www.bearvalleycottage.com), at the heart of Marin in Olema, is a home away from home, with two bedrooms, a kitchen and a relaxing backyard. The cottage is stocked with locally made granola, muesli, milk and cream, as well as EO soaps and bath products, which are made with natural ingredients right in Marin County. There are also bins for compost and recycling in the kitchen and a 220-volt charging station outside for guests with an electric car. Wherever you stay, practice good habits by turning off lights, heaters and air conditioners while you’re out for the day.

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While on vacation, seek out restaurants that source their ingredients from the nearby vicinity. Not only will this give you a true taste of the locale, your meal will be filled with the freshest ingredients that didn’t have to travel across continents on a fossil fuel-burning mode of

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transportation. Station House Cafe (www.stationhousecafe.com) in Point Reyes Station serves up farm-to-table cuisine, including local artisan cheeses, sustainable seafood and organic baked goods.

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There’s no need to sacrifice fun if your focus is green travel. When choosing how to spend your time, try to support unique local businesses. Reach out to the tourism bureau for recommendations on sustainable establishments in the area. Consider taking a bike tour, a food tour or a farm-to-table cooking class. In Marin, go for a tasting at Heidrun Meadery (www.heidrunmeadery. com). The sparkling honey wine at Heidrun is produced using the

Building a vacation around a national park is one of the best ways you can ensure your trip is as green as can be—literally and figuratively. The National Park Service is a leader of conservation and park employees are eager to share sustainability practices with the public. Point Reyes National Seashore (www.ptreyes.org) park rangers drive hybrid and electric vehicles and Bear Valley Visitors Center relies on solar energy to power its operations. The park attracts 2.5 million visitors annually to its 70,000 acres of wild coastal beaches and headlands, estuaries and uplands. In the springtime Point Reyes is very green and ideal for hiking and camping. Later in the summer, the grasses turn golden and take on a new beauty. As at any national park or wilderness area, be a good eco-tourist and “leave no trace”—don’t litter, follow the rules for making campfires and respect wild animals by keeping your distance and not feeding them. With a little bit of forethought and common sense, you can make your next vacation a bit greener. The environment will thank you.

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Go Solar By Jordan Hopkins

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ith the heat of summer slowly rising and the days getting longer, air conditioners, fans and generators are going to be running full steam ahead. Fossil fuels are becoming more problematic as we learn more about climate change, one of the most interesting and dynamic new fields of study is solar energy. Solar energy companies have sprung up all over the country, taking advantage of one of the largest-growing markets in the world right now. Plenty have built their home on Long Island, where wide open skies and hot summer sun make it a great place to build solar panels, whether its for personal use atop your house or in a professional capacity. One of the biggest and most successful of these solar panel companies is Greenlogic Solar, which is developing solar technology for Long Island residents to take advantage of the best new way to develop your own energy without harming the environment. “We’ve installed more than 2,250 residential, commercial and municipal systems,” said Greenlogic president Nick Albukrek. This is the equivalent of planting 10,800 acres of trees and a savings of almost half a billion dollars to our clients...What is equally gratifying is that we have thousands of happy and satisfied clients out there. These loyal clients are a direct result of not only the savings we have helped them achieve, but also because we have always strived to provide them with the highest quality of equipment, workmanship and service.”

Solar energy has so much potential purely because it is endless. Residents with solar panels in high-energy areas can often pay off their entire electricity bill through solar usage—even to the point where they may receive checks from energy companies for energy saved. GreenLogic founders Nick Albrukrek, John Rocchetta and Mark Clejan have been running GreenLogic for more than ten years out of Long Island, and the experience has given them an insight into just how influential solar power can be. It’s also growing rapidly—with more than 2500 installations on Long Island alone, Albukrek also says that the vast majority of their business comes from customer recommendations. Homeowners can even receive benefits for referrals to neighbors.

Solar panels are still a new technology. It can still feel like a novelty to see panels on your neighbor’s house, but technology has become cheaper and have tax credits make it easier to be rewarded for using renewable energy. The idea has spread like wildfire. With an average growth rate of almost 50 percent every year, and the business now worth almost $17 billion dollars nationwide, it’s becoming clear that the vast majority of our future will be solar powered. Companies like Greenlogic mix activism with business, doing their part to continue the growth of renewable energy both on Long Island and across the country. Jordan Hopkins is a writer with Anton Media Group.

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here was a time when the term “eco-friendly” meant bland and boring materials when it came to home design and décor. Fortunately, that is no longer the case in today’s modern times when homeowners want to go green. And while you can’t control what’s outside your home, like the chemicals used in many products in the environment, you can control what’s inside, especially when it comes to your floors. Forbo Flooring is in the business of making sustainable and healthy products that work for the entire family by developing their products to be a safe solution that is non-toxic and low emitting. They are completely transparent in their methods and reduce, reuse, recycle and renew all of their materials. “Since flooring makes up such a large portion of your home, any steps taken to reduce harmful toxins leads to a healthier indoor air quality environment,” said Anne Marie Garofalo Allen of Anthony’s World of Floors in Port Washington regarding the Breathe Easy Workshop. So what material goes into eco-friendly flooring? Marmoleum, for example, is made from all natural ingredients including linseed oil (which comes from flax plant seeds), pine rosin, wood flour, limestone, natural color pigments and jute mesh (a crop whose fibres provide the material for the membrane onto the back of the linoleum). Marmoleum is made from 97 percent natural raw materials, 70 percent of which are rapidly renewable, along with 43 percent of recycled content. “As the ideal floor to live and play on, Marmoleum reaches room temperature quickly, ensuring your house is warm and comfortable,” said Garofalo Allen. “It’s easy to clean and durable, it is also a carbon dioxide neutral product.” Another natural flooring option is wool, the

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While attending the PGA Championships at Bethpage Black, why not eat like a champion too? Whether staying close by or driving just a few minutes away, spectators can try an array of cuisine throughout the weekend from The Bethpage Public House to CaraCara on Main Street in Farmingdale. The Bethpage Public House For those who don’t want to miss a second of the championships, the Bethpage Public House at the Heritage Club is the perfect spot to grab some breakfast to start the day or a sit-down lunch to keep onlookers satisfied for the rest of the day. From 5:30 to 11 a.m., attendees can fill up on egg platters, omelets, pancakes, waffles and more. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., spectators can enjoy appetizers from chicken quesadillas to hamburgers and hot dogs to salads, sandwiches and wraps. 99 Quaker Meeting House Rd., Farmingdale; 516-927-8380; www.lessings.com Palmer’s American Grill Get a little fancy with a quick ride over to Palmer’s American Grill for contemporary dining with chef John Catalanotto. From lunch to dinner, Palmer’s boasts appetizers like artichoke francese and a seafood crepe and entrees including beef wellington,

554 Stewart Ave., Bethpage; 516-433-2463; www.papparedelles.com The Heritage Club sits in the middle of Bethpage State Park with a clear view of the golfing action. filet mignon, marinated skirt steak and more. End the meal with chef John’s tiramisu, bananas foster, a trio of gelato sliders or an apple crisp. 123 Fulton St., Farmingdale; 516-420-0609; www.palmersamericangrille.com Zorn’s of Bethpage For those looking for a quick, hot meal, Zorn’s is the spot to stop. Zorn’s offers a plethora of homestyle meals for one from rotisserie chicken to barbecue spare ribs complete with two sides including golden French fries, macaroni and cheese, creamed spinach and more.

CaraCara If you’re in the mood for some Mexican food, drive over to CaraCara, an upscale Mexican restaurant with mood lighting and portraits of Frida Kahlo. CaraCara offers everyone’s favorite—tableside guacamole—along with other dishes like quesadillas, tacos, burritos, sandwiches, enchiladas and salads. 354 Main St., Farmingdale; 516-777-2272; www.caracaramex.com Izumi Japanese Bistro For those craving sushi, head over to this contemporary Japanese restaurant offering creative sushi rolls, hibachi and Pan-Asian fare. From rainbow and Godzilla rolls to shrimp or chicken teriyaki, Izumi offers something for everyone.

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Bethpage State Park has been the home of the unforgivably challenging Bethpage Black since 1936.

A Public Course The Pros Can’t Lick Bethpage Black comes into its own BY JOE SCOTCHIE

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Prior to the rise of the suburbia that characterized postwar Long Island, Nassau County was home to golf courses galore for city folk to find refuge on weekends. This is still the case. The legendary Bethpage Black first opened in 1936, constructed on the site of an estate owned by the Yoakum family. A product also of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) program, the golf course was designed by A.W. Tillinghast, a man who also designed the red and blue courses at Bethpage, and Joseph Burbeck, the park’s superintendent. For the next 66 years, Bethpage Black reigned as one of Long Island’s most popular—and challenging— public golf courses. Day in and day out, determined duffers took on this 7,468-ft. beast only to be frustrated by its unforgiving ways and with some luck, to be exhilarated when nailing a good shot. Beginning in 2002, it was now the turn of the world’s best golfers to stand in awe of the Bethpage challenge. That year, in an unprecedented move, the Professional Golfer’s Association (PGA) announced that they had selected Bethpage Black as the site for its 2002 U.S. Open. This was the first time a public golf course would host the Open. Beginning with Arnold Palmer in the 1950s and continuing with Lee Trevino in the 1970s, the sport had acquired a more egalitarian image, and the selection of Bethpage Black only confirmed that trend. The 2002 U.S. Open was a huge

success. The four-day event set attendance records and to top it off, the tournament was won by Tiger Woods, then playing at the peak of his career. Woods, in fact, was the only player to break par over the 72-hole competition. Seven years later, the PGA came back to Bethpage for the 2009 U.S. Open. This time, Luke Glover took the crown. The tournament also marked a love affair between Phil Mickelson and Long Island golf fans. Before the competition began, Mickelson announced that he would be taking time off the tour to tend to his wife, Amy, who was battling breast cancer. The fans cheered Mickelson’s every move and after the event, the legendary golfer declared that Bethpage Black could serve as an ideal location for a future Ryder Cup competition. On it went. In both 2012 and 2016, Barclays hosted the FedEx Cup Playoffs. This year, it comes back to Bethpage for the PGA tournament, the final leg of the Grand Slam circuit. In 2021 and 2027, Bethpage will host The Northern Trust FedEx playoffs. In between, in 2024, Mickelson will see his wish come true as Bethpage will be home for the Ryder Cup showdown between the top golfers in the United States and those from the European continent. The least-kept secret among Long Island’s many challenging golf courses, Bethpage Black has come into its own to rival Augusta National, Pebble Beach and the Baltusrol Golf Club as one of the most majestic links in the United States.

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mong Long Island’s 179 volunteer fire departments, there are nearly 21,000 volunteer firefighters. In Nassau County, there are about 9,500 volunteers, and while that number has remained pretty consistent over time, the factors affecting their demand have continued to change. “The problem on Long Island, and in Nassau County in particular, is that the same amount of people in the fire department don’t always have the same amount of time that generation before us did,” said Robert Leonard, the chairman of the public relations committee for the Fireman’s

Association of the State of New York (FASNY), and former fire captain for Syosset’s volunteer department. “You may need more members to accomplish the same work and then you compound on top of that, the volume of calls has gone up two, three, four-fold in the last two decades.” With more volunteer firefighters also working other jobs full-time, individuals are unable to devote the same time to the departments that they once did. “Even with the departments that have been maintaining the same numbers on paper, some members are aging, and the new members coming in don’t have the availability the old members did,” said Leonard.

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“People are joining and still have to work full-time jobs are part of dual or two-income families.” Along with changing populations within the firehouses, increases in call volume have also created a greater demand for more volunteers. “Emergency medical service calls are up dramatically, at least two if not three-fold in the last 25 years on Long Island,” said Leonard. The rising median age of Long Island residents and increases in senior housing may play a role in this trend. The presence of smoke detectors and alarms, along with mandates requiring carbon monoxide detectors has also contributed to a greater call volume. “Those technologies are great, but they frequently malfunction,” explained Leonard. “They save many lives and fire service strongly supports them, but we have fire departments doing 1,200-1,500 automatic fire alarms a year and only one or two are actually a fire.” Leonard also pointed out that much of those who fit into the traditional volunteer pool, recent high school graduates and those in their early 20s, are not staying on Long Island, especially as more people go away to college. “It’s harder for those young people when they turn 24, 25, 26, and they meet the boyfriend, the girlfriend, the significant other, and decide to put down those roots,” he explained. “It’s hard to do that on Long Island.” With that in mind, fire departments are making volunteering for those in their 30s, 40s and 50s more practical by providing more structured schedules and flexibility around their jobs and responsibilities outside of the fire house. “Some of the most productive members are those in their 30s and 40s,” said Leonard.

Additionally, departments are turning to education and outreach to spread awareness about volunteer opportunities. “We need to do a better job, and fire departments across Long Island are working on it, educating new homeowners that the fire departments are volunteer,” said Leonard. “Also, we are educating people that they still join after the age of 25 or so.” On April 27 to 28, FASNY spearheaded this effort with the annual statewide RecruitNY weekend, a recruitment drive dedicated to opening up fire departments to their communities to learn more about volunteering in local fire departments. “It is a privilege and an honor to serve as a volunteer firefighter and we are always looking for new members to join us in our mission to protect communities,” said Steven E. Klein, president of FASNY, in a statement as Long Island fire departments announced their participation in RecruitNY on April 23 in Old Bethpage. During the drive, departments host educational opportunities that extend a dialogue about the demands, rewards and experiences being a volunteer firefighter brings. “Today we are encouraging everyone to consider giving their time and effort by joining one of our amazing volunteer and EMS agencies,” said John Jordan, commissioner of the Suffolk County Fire, Rescue and Emergency Operations, at the announcement. “The volunteer emergency services are a tremendous asset to all of our communities in both Nassau and Suffolk counties and we are here today, just as we do every day, proud of them and proud to support them and encourage more people to consider joining.” Taryn Schofield is a contributing writer at Anton Media Group.

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an Francisco, the hilly city by the bay, has captured the hearts of many. Even Tony Bennett left his heart there among the cable cars and morning fog. Just beyond the bridge lies Marin County, a respite from city life with a charm and beauty all its own. Marin itself features in a song or two. The Bay Area has lots to offer as a vacation destination and is the perfect choice for the environmentally conscious. San Franciscans prioritize

sustainability in their daily lives and these practices extend into the hospitality industry. Many hotels boast eco-friendly practices, such as Hotel Spero, which is so committed to sustainability, it launched on Earth Day last year. The renovation took careful steps to pay homage to former owner Lizzie Glide, a well-known San Francisco philanthropist and activist. Hotel Spero, which is just steps from Union Square and located centrally to major attractions, invites guests to be a part of its

Hotel Spero strives to be Earth-friendly. (Photos by Kimberly Dijkstra)

mindfulness, philanthropy and environmental efforts, which ultimately makes your stay there more enjoyable. For example, the water filling station in the lobby helps minimize plastic bottle waste. The BeeKind products in every guestroom are made from all-natural ingredients, have recycled packaging and the company supports the Honey Bee Research Program at UC Davis. Guests will also find graphite pencils with forget-me-not seeds embedded that can be planted after the pencil is used.

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BAY AREA from page 23A Bay, located at historic Pier 39, is great for kids and pretty fun for adults as well. Home to more than 20,000 aquatic animals in 700,000 gallons of water, the aquarium works to protect and preserve the bay. It hosts shoreline cleanups and promotes green infrastructure projects. A walk through the aquarium, with all of the interactive opportunities it offers, is a walk through a living museum. The Embarcardero, San Francisco’s pleasant bayside walkway, has a wide variety of restaurants, parks, attractions and piers to enjoy as you travel by foot or by bike. Stop at Pier 45 for a tour of the USS Pompanito, a World War II submarine that has been restored to its prime. An audio guide provides a glimpse of what life was like for sailors back in the day. More than 100,000 people visit the National Historic Landmark every year. Across town in Golden Gate Park, one of this country’s great urban parks, the de Young Museum stands as an integral part of San Francisco’s art scene for the past century. The fine art museum’s permanent collection includes paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, modern and contemporary art, and pieces by artists from all over the world and different time periods. One must-see piece is Salvador Dali’s Portrait of Dorothy Spreckels Munn

Alcatraz Island (1942)—the surreal painting glows in an unearthly manner.

for first-hand accounts from former prisoners and guards. While walking the hallways and cellblocks of the THE ROCK prison, you’ll learn about the worstAlcatraz Island, the former military of-the-worst convicts who were held fort and supermax prison, is known there, as well as the well-known 1962 as The Rock due to its reputation for escape by Frank Morris and brothers inhospitality. But you’d be surprised John and Clarence Anglin. by how lush and inviting it truly is once The history of the island is fasciyou see it up close. nating and well worth spending an Alcatraz Cruises (www.alcatraz afternoon hearing about. The real cruises.com) is the official cruise treat however is the beautiful gardens concessioner for the National Park that cover every slope and terrace. Service, which operates the island. Maintained by the Golden Gate Tours depart every half hour from Pier National Parks Conservancy, National 33 and it takes only about 12 minutes to Park Service and Garden Conservancy cross the bay. Then you’re free to roam since 2003, these ornamental beds around and explore. Head up to the breathe life into a seemingly lifeless cellhouse and pick up an audio guide landscape and attract a variety of

seabirds, including herons and egrets. To learn more about what San Francisco has to offer, visit sftravel.com.

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Once you’ve gotten your fill of the city, spend some time in Marin County and you will get a fuller experience of Northern California. Nature lovers, history enthusiasts and foodies will all love Marin, which has been at the forefront of the environmentalism movement for decades. A stay in Olema is central to many points of interest in Marin. Bear Valley Cottage is a private home that’s large enough for a family and cozy enough for a couple with access to a lovely backyard and an electric car charger.

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The green hills of Marin County Inset: Tule elk of Point Reyes (Photos by Dennis Anderson)

Bear Valley Cottage Owners Amanda and Ken extend warm hospitality to guests as if they are family and eager to share their love of the area. Amanda recommends an excursion to nearby Chimney Rock to see wildflowers or take in a gorgeous sunset over the ocean. Less than a mile down the road is Bear Valley Visitor Center, one of three visitor centers in Point Reyes National Seashore, a national park with beaches, rolling hills and meadows, forests, complex ecosystems and miles upon miles of hiking trails. In the 1906 earthquake that destroyed much of San Francisco, the triangular peninsula of Point Reyes moved about 16 feet northwest up the California coast. In recent years, people have traveled from all over the world to see the famous fence that was split apart by the rupture. Bear Valley Visitor Center’s self-guided Earthquake Trail is dotted with historic photos and interpretive panels about the San Andreas Fault leading up to a replica of the original fence. A destination for about 400,000 a year, the visitor center itself is filled with educational exhibits that highlight the geological history of the peninsula, the human history, the variety of animal habitats that the Park Service protects and sustainability messages. The Point Reyes Lighthouse is also a major draw for tourists, for its historical value and for whale-watching during the first half of the year. Originally constructed in 1870, the lighthouse is currently undergoing a complete restoration, hopefully to be complete this summer. About three miles north, Point Reyes Station serves as the commercial center of the area, with downtown eateries, a grocery store and shops of local artisans. Station House Café offers up locally sourced organic breakfast, lunch and dinner. Menu highlights include oysters on the half shell, the farmstead cheese plate, flank steak salad and macaroni & cheese. Osteria Stellina and Cowgirl Creamery are also essential dining

stops and don’t miss the buffalo milk soft serve ice cream at Palace Market. Travelers interested in wine tasting experiences must book a tasting at Heidrun Meadery. The inviting tasting room welcomes visitors into the world of honey wine. Mead has a certain reputation for being the cloyingly sweet drink of choice for Vikings and Medieval townfolk, but Heidrun’s founder Gordon Hull is turning that stereotype on its head with his dry and delicate Champagne-style meads. The picturesque grounds of the former dairy farm are home to wildflowers and the honeybees that pollinate them. Heidrun creates varietals from

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INTERNATIONAL WORD FIND The big smoke

ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re very confident and capable. People will give you a lot of credit and believe that you can do anything. But because you may not wish to do the “anything” they have in mind, this is a week to be socially careful. You can make a stellar impression while being mindful about the expectations you set up. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Bright lights or breadcrumbs won’t mark the path. There will be no beckoning angel or crossing guard or trailblazing mentor. This one’s for you, by you. You’ll find it as you go. You won’t get lost if you stay headed in a consistent direction. No map? No problem. Your heart’s compass will be enough. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Though you’ve come to know what you can live with and what you can’t live without, this not a list that remains static through the years. Your tolerances and proclivities change. Your favorite people are those who give you a wide berth to live by your own conventions and abide by your own rules. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Not interested in doing what’s good for you? Check to make sure you’ve covered the basics. Are you tired, hungry or lacking in emotional support? These states increase the gravitational pull of unhealthy ideas. It’s easier to be your best self when the essentials are covered. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The person pointing out the faults of another implies that he or she has fewer by comparison, which is usually not the case. Anyway, fault-finding is a boring activity to you and to everyone else who is very busy developing themselves this week. You’ll gravitate to kind, supportive and tolerant arrangements. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The information you come across will not be inherently bad or good, though it will be the means to a wide array of results, some of which you’ll want no part. Be mindful of how you take things in and responsible in how you apply what you’ve learned and you’ll be a force for all the right things you stand for. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). People act in accordance with their personal narratives. In other words, if an action doesn’t fit into their story of who they are, they won’t do it. And if an action fits into the story of who they are, they won’t not do it. You can use this principle to better align yourself with the people who can fulfill your needs and wants. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You would think that empathy and understanding could only come from the very intelligent, evolved and wise. Mysteriously, such qualities will be extended to you by a dog, an infant, a book or a work of art -- and quite satisfyingly so. The lesson is not to limit yourself. Mix into the world and you will get what you need. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ve been pushing yourself, and this week is a chance to reevaluate. Is the extra effort necessary? Is it bringing the result you desire or is it burning you out before you get there? Don’t wait until you need relaxation to get it. Make your way more joyful with support and rewards to keep you motivated. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’re aware of how people treat one another and the various roles implied. Assess the value of the sort of attention you’re getting. When it’s not the sort you want, don’t fret. It will change as you make adjustments to your reactions. You’re getting increasingly masterful with such social maneuvering. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll come to a sort of relationship checkpoint. Such markers are ideal places to rest and reflect at how far you’ve come and what you’ve learned. Before you continue on, you’ll tally up, in your own interesting way, what was gained and lost as well as any meaning that can be extrapolated from the journey. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re very aware of what’s going on around you, and you care a lot about that. It doesn’t mean that you’ll agree or join in. You’re a freethinker, and you will, in full awareness of what others are doing, make the decision that fits best for what you want to do. If you go against the crowd, you’ll do it for a reason.

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County. The fee was a barrier to entry for MWBEs since it had to be paid even before a potential vendor could view available opportunities. Since elimination of the fee, the county has seen a 135 percent overall boost in vendor registration, including a steady increase among MWBEs. Since Jan. 1, 197 minority-owned, 262 women-owned and 58 minority women-owned vendors have registered. Another initiative was the launching of a platform in August 2018 to ensure that all departments comply with certain

policies regarding MWBE. The new Solicitation Tracking System (STS), allows for advanced notice to the Office of Minority Affairs (OMA) of any formal competitive solicitation; flagging of any solicitation that includes MWBE goals (state or federal) and submission of any required utilization plan; and more efficient identification of MWBEs and promotion of MWBE participation. Developing a claims application that will allow the county to capture the MWBE participation at the initiation of the claim for payment. This would

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he American palate has expanded by leaps and bounds in the last couple of decades, thanks mainly to the tastes of other ethnic groups that came to this country with their homelands’ culinary achievements firmly in hand. Born from this influx of cultural diversity is a glorious array of restaurants and supermarkets, each delivering a colorful spectrum of tastes and textures that we otherwise might never have had the pleasure of experiencing. Flushing, Queens, is probably one of the clearest examples of this foodie phenomenon—with some deeply entrenched and globe-trotting eaters commenting that the borough’s neighborhood supersedes Manhattan’s Chinatown in flavor, variety and authenticity. But in recent years, other enclaves have popped up to the delight of adventurous eaters everywhere, and some much closer to Nassau County. For example, Mineola is no stranger to diversity. The bustling town has been known for decades as the Portuguese center of Long Island, with large communities, restaurants and businesses featured throughout the neighborhood that claim Portugal as the origin of its lineage. But true cultural diversity knows no favorites, and it is in that spirit that we celebrate Super FL Mart, a Chinese-owned supermarket in Mineola on Jericho Turnpike. Super FL Mart is a sprawling grocery store specializing in Chinese products normally not seen in typical Long Island food stores. The seafood section is emblematic of the kinds of variety at the store, boasting multiple live shellfish waiting to be plucked out of tanks; whole

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live fish swimming in yet more tanks; mollusks we never see here, like razor clams; and an entire section of tanks filled with the likes of jellyfish, live shrimp and even live frogs. That same level of variety is seen in the meats, produce and packaged products as well. But true enlightenment lives in Super FL Mart’s food court, a long counter of authentic,

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to order from your favorite Chinese take-out trying their best to get through their day—and restaurant. The fish in chili sauce packs a sometimes a big part of coping is eating food numbing punch, and features delicate white that perhaps you find a bit off-putting. That’s fish prepared with whole chilies, seeds and all. OK. However, as passengers on this planet, it Meanwhile, the preserved vegetable with pork is all of our responsibilities to not only accept belly delivers a pungent, the differences of others, but also make an fermented flavor with attempt to understand thick slices of pork belly the things that make that are at once meaty them happy. and gelatinously fatty. It is in that spirit that I Chili makes another implore you to sample some appearance in the chili of the less-than conventional chicken, which showcases food items at Super FL Mart. small morsels of deep red Start simple. Tell the woman chicken, accompanied by a working the counter that you mix of vegetables and those would like try a few items, uniquely spicy chilies. and she will gladly heap some You might be asking spoonfuls into a container and yourself, did he really order charge you a meager fee. On three entrees? That must this recent trip, I sampled the have cost him well over pig ear and beef tripe—both $20. Well, you are half served cold, but both incorright. The food court’s porating that immediately combo allows you to order noticeable numbing heat three sizable scoops of an of the chili peppers. The array of dishes, along with first thing you might rice and a soup for about have to try to overcome $10. That is a sweet deal is the texture, which is Grilled squid flavor Chinese Lay’s no matter where you call far different from what home. But the menu conyou are used to. But tinues. Order a roast duck or roast pork meal the flavors are fresh and clean, with a hint of for an extremely reasonable $7 or dive deep the animal of origin. Other items I will return into the food court’s fiery hot pot for under $10, soon to try include the pork tripe and the depending on which protein you choose. duck chins. One of the most wonderful features of Super FL Mart is an entire world unto itself. Chinese cooking is their willingness to One could easily spend a number of hours prepare parts of the animal that most people there exploring and sampling. Take a trip out in this country refuse to eat. Please allow me of your personal comfort zone—and maybe a moment to editorialize in the middle of this try a durian fruit, a squid-flavored potato chip food article: There is absolutely no reason to or one of many culturally expansive offerings. fear the cuisine of other people. The world Super FL Mart, 52 Jericho Tpke., Mineola, is inhabited by billions of individuals, all 516-873-0888

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College and the University of Alabama. She left college without earning a degree and like countless young, ambitious people before her, Lee made a beeline to New York City to pursue a literary career. The young novelist would enjoy an improbable success. After years working as an airline reservation agent, Lee’s friends, in 1956, got together to build a fund that would allow her to quit her job and write full time. The gambit paid off. Armed with a literary agent, Lee sold her first novel, To Set A Watchman to a major publishing firm. Publication didn’t come easy. After feuding with her editor for several years, Lee finally delivered a manuscript, now titled To Kill A Mockingbird for publication. The rest is history. The novel won the 1961 Pulitzer Prize for fiction and the 1962 film version won three Academy Awards, including best actor (Peck) and best screenplay (Horton Foote.) Based on the trial experiences of her father and inspired, possibly, by the

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posed by the civil rights movement. The author and the movement had met. In New York, Lee valued her privacy, but she also enjoyed literary friendships, especially with Truman Capote, whom she assisted on the latter’s own best seller, His Cold Blood. Lee published rarely in the succeeding years, penning such innocuous pieces as “Love—In Other Words,” “Christmas

To Me” and “When Children Discover America,” in such high-circulation magazines as Vogue and McCall’s. In 2007, Lee was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President George W. Bush. Three years later, President Barack Obama awarded the novelist the National Medal of Arts. Late in his life, T.S. Eliot had long come to terms with the fact that he would never compose a poem as great as “The Wasteland” and so he settled for writing a string of plays with middle class themes. Lee, similarly,

was content in knowing that she didn’t have another great novel in her. By the early 2000s, with many of her New York friends now passed or in increasingly failing health, Lee moved back to Monroeville, where she lived in an assisted nursing home. In 2011, she told an Australian reporter why she never published after the great success of her first novel: “Two reasons: one, I wouldn’t go through the pressure and publicity I went through with To Kill a Mockingbird for any amount of money. Second, I have said what I wanted to

say, and I will not say it again.” It was true enough. Lee’s prose narrative, as Capote might have described it, was “as clear as a country stream.” She had something to say and she said it well. In February 2016, Lee died in Monroeville at age 90. Alas, controversy followed the novelist into her grave. A year before her death, Lee published Go Set A Watchman. The manuscript had preceded To Kill A Mockingbird. While the latter was set in the 1930s, the new novel was set in the 1950s. Scout, the fictional heroine of Mockingbird, is now living in New York City, starting a new life with a career and a boyfriend. When she comes home for a visit, she finds her father now portrayed as a combative attorney not willing to bend on the all-consuming segregation issue. A literary firestorm ensued over not just the novel, but whether the elderly Lee had her wits about when agreeing to publication. A state investigation answered in the affirmative, but doubts persisted among friends and critics. The novel came and went. To Kill A Mockingbird stands as Lee’s masterpiece, a beloved and readable novel of 281 pages, a tale of virtue and honor that has never stopped earning readers the world over.

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ndre “The Bull” Harrison, Long Island native and mixed martial artist of the Professional Fighters League, will be fighting at Nassau Coliseum to kick off the start of the PFL’s new season. The featherweight fighter will look to get his first belt in the league. “It feels great, man,” said Harrison. “Last time we fought there, it was surreal. To have all those people come out in support and witness you doing something you love and work so hard for, it really is a blessing. You feel special.” Harrison grew up in Freeport, learning how to wrestle as a teen. He began in middle school and kept wrestling through his time at Nassau Community College. He earned a scholarship to wrestle at Fort Hays State University in Kansas, which coincidently led to his first experience with the MMA. “One of my teammates over there held an amateur title in Colorado Springs,” said Harrison. “We started training together and before you know it, I had my first fight.” That tournament ended up being the start of an incredible run for Harrison, who won six straight matches to win his first-ever belt. It was after that tournament that he realized he wanted to go pro. “When I was in college, as I was fighting at the amateur level, I found a love for it,” said Harrison. “I knew if I was going to do it, I needed to put my all into it. You can’t half step it. The first thing was that I needed to find the right gym.” At first, he went to Team Wildman in Denver, CO, to try to train. He realized it wasn’t a good fit for him, so he returned to the island and decided to join Bellmore Kickboxing. “The chemistry was great since day one,” said Harrison. “They looked into my amateur fights and they told me that it was pretty much pro rules, except the only difference was that we

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Andre Harrison will participate in his first fight of the second season at Nassau Coliseum. (Photo courtesy of the PFL) were doing three-minute instead of five-minute rounds. For me, turning pro was not a matter of being used to certain strengths, it was a matter of conditioning. So, once I was in shape, they booked me on Ring of Combat and the rest was history.” Harrison had his first pro fight in November 2011, when he defeated Alex Davydov by unanimous decision. He would go on to be undefeated after two years of fighting, winning the Ring of Combat Featherweight Championship in June 2013. In 2014, he joined Titan FC, where he continued his dominant run. He beat Kurt Holobaugh to win the Titan FC Featherweight Championship and proceeded to hold on to the belt through four straight matches until he left the organization in late 2016. “Being in Titan FC gave me my first experience in five-round bouts, which was a game changer in and of itself,”

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said Harrison. “I fought a lot of tough competition there as well.” From there, Harrison would join the World Series of Fighting, winning his first match and earning the featherweight championship belt in his second match, defeating Lance Palmer. In the spring of 2017, the WSOF became the PFL, which is one of the few fighting leagues that has a regular season and a playoff like most other sports. At the end of the season, champions are awarded $1 million. “I was like ‘whoa, whoa, whoa, $1 million?,” said Harrison. “When I was told about [the league], it was just all-around excitement. I couldn’t sleep that night. It was crazy.” In the first season of the PFL in 2018, Harrison won four straight matches, including one match at Nassau Coliseum, extending his winning streak to 20. Unfortunately, he experienced his first loss when he

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got to the featherweight semifinal, losing to Palmer. “There are certain things I did wrong in that fight,” said Harrison. “Not cutting angles and things of that nature. But you know, I’ve been working on my overall game. I don’t think in any competition, period, you can stay stagnant. You are going to be growing in one way or the other, either getting better or getting worse. I’m just working on getting better overall.” Harrison will start his revenge campaign this season, opening up May 23 at Nassau Coliseum against Brazilian Freddy Assuncao. Of course, his goal is going to be to win it all. “Up until last season, I’ve been able to collect a belt in every promotion I’ve been in, from my amateur career all the way up to my pro career,” said Harrison. “I have every belt, but the PFL belt, so I look forward to collecting that belt this year.” For more information, visit www. pflmma.com.

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