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Social Events Committee For East Hills

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With a new year underway, the Village of East Hills has formed another committee, one designed to “plan a broad range of activities and programs” for local residents.

The Village of East Hills Social Committee, according to Mayor Michael R. Koblenz, “will plan events for residents, ranging from entertainment and technology workshops, to debates, informational sessions, and guest speakers.”

The committee is co-chaired by Fanny Boneh, Lindsay Giloni, and Rachel Tubian.

“I believe the committee will be a valuable adjunct to the remarkable Kids in the Park program,” the mayor said. “I am very grateful for the three co-chairs for spearheading the effort and to Trustee Clara Pomerantz, who will serve as supervising trustee over the committee.”

The committee hit the ground running earlier this month with a Paint Night, where residents learned the finer techniques of painting to create their own art.

Up to 50 residents and guests attended the successful event. Trustee Clara Pomerantz meticulously planned, organized and held the event.

“From all the committee’s hard work and efforts there is only one conclusion you can draw and that is the event was truly spectacular,” the mayor added.

The subject of the painting was a landscape with relaxing sunset, hypnotic palm trees and restful water. Krafty Hands, a local company, taught the course in painting. The committee is planning a full range of other events including Zumba classes, speakers including a Holocaust survivor, a book club, and many more programs.

The members of the committee thanked Graces Marketplace, Leonettis Bakery, All Fresh Floral, and Amirah Rabah of Sweetlife Bakery for their donations which helped make the event even more special.

In other East Hills news, Eliza Liebowitz, a ninth grade student at Roslyn High School and founder of “Clean Your Closets Out For Children” has begun an emergency medical supply drive at the Village of East Hills to assist those affected by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

The collection will run from Friday, Feb. 17 through Friday, March 3. Items may be dropped off in the collection boxes inside Village Hall Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at 209 Harbor Hill Rd.

The earthquakes have captured the

world’s attention. Over 30,000 people have lost their lives and many thousands more are in need of urgent medical care. All items collected during the drive will be delivered to the AFYA Foundation warehouse in Yonkers where the items will be sorted and then shipped directly to Turkey and Syria.

According to village officials, AFYA is requesting wound care, rehabilitation and orthopedic supplies to support the tens of thousands estimated to have sustained life-threatening injuries from the earthquakes. Items requested for patients of all ages include: Canes, Commodes, Crutches, Knee Scooters, Raised Toilet Seat Rollators and Toilet Seat Risers, Shower & Bath Chairs, Wheelchairs, Walkers, Abdominal Pads, Antibiotic Cream, Antiseptic Solutions & Wipes, Band Aids (Any Size), CAT Tourniquet, Cold Packs, Elastic Bandage, First Aid Kits, Gauze: sterile rolls/pads (Any Size), Occlusive Gauze, Medical Tape (Any Size), Non-Adherent Pads, Petrolatum Gauze, Plaster Bandages, Silver Wound gel, SteriStrip, Sterile Suture (Any Size or Material), Suture Removal Kit, Tegaderm (Any size), Undercast Padding, Xeroform, Orthopedic Boot, Abdominal Binder Brace, Arm & Shoulder Brace, Knee Brace, Cervical Collar, Casting Material: Specialist, Plaster Bandage with Extra Fast Setting, Foam Positioning, and Slings.

Wound care items should be new in their original unopened packaging and not expired. Rehabilitation and orthopedic supplies must be new or in very good condition, cleaned/disinfected and without damage.

Eliza Liebowitz has requested that donors remember the children who have been affected by this tragedy by including a box or two of band aids with cute designs and characters on them which she says “just might help put a smile on a child’s face during an otherwise very sad and difficult time.”

AFYA Foundation is a not-for-profit organization based in Yonkers. It was founded in 2007 by Danielle Butin, MPH, OTR after a trip to Tanzania, where she encountered the dire circumstances and severely limited medical resources of their medical clinics. AFYA which means “good health” in Swahili seeks to spread “Good Health Through Giving,” and does so by providing medical supplies, consumables, sustainable equipment, and community outreach supplies to international health clinics.

The foundation customizes shipments to ensure that items are delivered to areas needing them most. This is crucial in medical emergencies when healthcare workers do not have time to sort through

items. It works with those already on the ground in impacted regions to identify needs and take immediate action. Should you have additional questions, Eliza can be reached at 516-458-0390 or

via her instagram page: @cleanyourclosetsoutforchildren. For weekend or after hour drop offs, please contact Eliza Liebowitz to make arrangements.

—Submitted by the Village of East Hills

Hamlet Of Herricks Sign Installed

—Submitted by the Office of

Recently, Nassau County Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello joined with Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, North Hempstead Supervisor Jen DeSena and community leaders to unveil the new Welcome to the Hamlet of Herricks sign. The sign was installed on the median of Herricks Road, just south of the Searingtown Road and Shelter Rock Road intersection. Pictured from left: Nicolello, DeSena, Pilip; Martha Theodos, resident who suggested the sign; Sandy Portnoy, Lakeville Estates Civic Association Board Member; and Bill Cutrone, Lakeville Estates Civic Association President.

Presiding Officer RIchard Nicolello

Picture here are committee members Fanny Boneh, Lindsay Giloni, and Rachel Tubian, along with Clara Pomerantz and Mayor Michael R. Koblenz.

(Photo courtesy the Village of East Hills)

Hilary Bressler Nominated For USTA Award

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Roslyn resident Hilary Bressler has been nominated for the USTA 10 & Under Red Ball Tennis Award. Her name was put into nomination by Anthony Morais, general manager at Christopher Morley Tennis (CMT), located in Roslyn Estates.

“We hired Hilary in 2018 as our Program Director, knowing that she would bring new and exciting programs with her,” the letter began. “We had no idea how much she really was capable of until we got to see her in action. Hilary is a knowledgeable and passionate person and it shows in how she is able to start up and grow her programs. When she came to CMT, she began forming and overseeing the Red Ball program for our juniors ages 4-9. She started with small classes and participants, and in a year had over 75 kids enrolled in our Red Ball classes. The following years only got better, and even during the pandemic, she had over 100 kids participating in these classes. I am thrilled to say that she has surpassed, I believe, even her own expectations and now has 140 students enrolled in our Fall 18 week session of Red Ball classes. She oversees these classes, is in direct contact with all the parents and can also be found on court assisting her staff where an extra pair of hands is needed. She puts the word “fun” in the word fundamentals of the progression of teaching the Net Gen Pathway. She is SafeSport and Net Generation certified and is always looking to learn and communicate new and innovative ways of teaching to her staff. Her high energy and enthusiasm is contagious to all the kids she sees and it shows on their smiling faces during their on court fun.

“As program director at CMT, Hilary wears many hats. In addition to her overseeing and coordinating programs, she finds time to volunteer whenever she is called upon by the USTA staff. Last year when she attended the USTA Eastern Conference, she heard that the month of May was going to be “Tennis Month” within the USTA community. On Sunday, May 15, 2022, she ran a Red Ball Festival for an hour and a half that touted 36 players. She brought cool giveaways to all the kids who participated along with tee shirts, snacks and more. The parents and kids were excited to get something when it was not expected. This is what Hilary does, she thinks outside the box and finds ways of showing her generosity.

“Hilary has been a member of the USTA Long Island Regional Council for the past nine years where she serves as a mentor for the newly-founded Junior Regional Council, volunteers at all of the Nassau and Suffolk County Kids Day events, and is a co-chair for the Eastern Section USTA Awards Dinner,” the letter concluded. “Since she’s been here, she has been instrumental in

organizing many after school programs in our local elementary and private schools. She set up a privately funded program for the Boys & Girls Club in Glen Cove. She gave her time two summers ago and set up and ran a three-week Nike Tennis Camp program at the Buckley Country Day

School. Hilary works tirelessly to maintain the correct levels of students placed in each class so they are getting the best tennis instruction possible. She is a woman of the highest integrity and puts the kids first in all of her decision making. She has made herself invaluable to Christopher Morley

and on behalf of our administrative team and myself, we would love to see her get this award.”

We’ll know shortly if the people at the USTA are convinced by this enthusiastic recommendation. Meanwhile, pictured here is a recent class of young tennis stars.

High School Holds National Honor Society Induction

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Recently, The Roslyn News has written about the championship performances by Roslyn High School athletic teams, mainly the track team, which won a Nassau County title.

As always, academics is where the school district shines. That longstanding tradition was punctuated by the recent selection of students into the National Honor Society.

On Feb. 8, no less than 173 Roslyn High School students were inducted into that prestigious society during a ceremony at the high school. The students came from all four grades at the school.

Roslyn High School currently has 1,040 students in its student body. That means over 10 percent of its students made the society, an impressive achievement.

Selection into the National Honor Society is based on fidelity to the four tenants of the society: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. All students

must have a 90 or above unweighted average to be admitted.

“The Roslyn High School National Honor Society Induction Ceremony is a time-honored tradition where we recognize and celebrate the new inductees because they have demonstrated a commitment to self-challenge, academic achievement, and community activism,” said National Honor Society Advisor Laura Wenzel. “This year’s group of students have excelled in areas of

scholarship, leadership, and community participation. It was a great evening and I look forward to seeing the continued dedication of the NHS members going forward.”

The National Honor Society was established in 1921 and is now over 100 years old. It is recognized as the nation’s premier organization established to recognize high school students.

—Submitted by Cynthia Younker for the Roslyn School District

On Feb. 8, no less than 173 Roslyn High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society. (Photo courtesy Roslyn Schools)

Roslyn resident Hilary Bressler has been nominated for the USTA 10 & Under Red Ball Tennis Award. (Submitted photo)

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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FRIDAYS, MARCH 3, 17, 31

Bilingual Storytime

Join Wang Laoshi (Ms. Wang) and Panda Yuan Yuan for a bilingual storytime where children will learn about both Chinese culture and the language of Mandarin by exploring traditional nursery rhymes, songs and stories. Different fun topics including animals, family, numbers and seasons will be explored. No Mandarin background is required. Online registration required. Register once for all three dates. Contact the Bryant Library’s children services at 516-6212240 kids@bryantlibrary.org. Registration is underway. The library is at 2 Paper Mill Rd., Roslyn.

FRIDAY, MARCH 3

Roslyn Youth Coding Workshop

From 4 to 5 p.m., the Bryant Library will host a youth coding workshop for students grades 4 to 8. Interested in coding? Join us

for an exciting series of workshops run by the Roslyn High School Code Club. Learn how to program your own interactive stories and games (no prior experience necessary). Note: Students will need to bring a laptop to the workshop. Please create an account on Scratch before the first session: https://scratch.mit. edu/. The program will be held on the first Friday of the month from November - March. After you register for one session, you are automatically registered for all sessions. The library is at 2 Paper Mill Rd., Roslyn.

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MONDAYS, MARCH 6 AND 20

Storytime At The Library

Bring your little one for a gentle introduction to storytime at the library. Fingerplays, rhymes, and simple stories will help your child develop early literacy skills. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with the songs and books to actively participate in the program. Parent or caregiver must accompany the child. Online registration required. Register once for both dates. Contact the Bryant Library’s

children services at 516-6212240 kids@bryantlibrary.org. Registration is underway. The library is at 2 Paper Mill Rd., Roslyn. ................

MONDAY, MARCH 6

Video Game Design

The event takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for students grades 6-12. Learn how to create your own video game with the amazingly robust game creation program, Unity. You will learn how to build a game world by adding characters, objects, sound, lighting, interactive buttons, and more. When all three sessions are complete, you will learn how to package and compile your game for use on a PC or Mac.

Location: Online Only.

TUESDAYS, MARCH 7, 14, 21, AND 28

Learn Chess

Learn chess and have fun with the Long Island Steam Group. This program will teach children all about chess with fun

characters and stories that are woven into a logical, step-by-step curriculum beginning with the basic rules and extending through advanced strategies and tactics. Online registration required. Register once for all dates. Contact the Bryant Library’s children services at 516-621-2240 kids@ bryantlibrary.org.

Registration is underway. The library is at 2 Paper Mill Rd., Roslyn.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8

Owl Storycraft

From 6 to 7 p.m., the Bryant Library will host a story time program for students grades K to 5. “Whoooo” doesn’t love owls? Celebrate the beauty of owls at this fun-filled craft program. One craft per child. Online registration required. Contact the Bryant Library’s children services at 516-6212240 kids@bryantlibrary.org. Registration is underway. The library is at 2 Paper Mill Rd., Roslyn.

Learn chess with the Bryant Library. (Photo courtesy Unsplash)

Moriches Field Brewing Company received $18,750 to revitalize an empty downtown space. (Cheers to that.)

Revitalization grants are just one of the ways we help businesses on Long Island and in the Rockaways. For Moriches Field Brewing Company, a grant from our economic development program was a perfect fit to help them renovate a previously vacant property. A discount through our Vacant Space Revival Program saved them more than $4,000 on their electric bills, and rebates for upgrading to LED lighting are keeping them saving month after month.

Helping revitalize our Island, one business at a time, is something we’re proud to be part of and something definitely worth celebrating.

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Long Island Cannabis Conversations

Part I: Colonial Traces, From Hempstead to the Hamptons

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JANET BURNS

As New York State continues pushing forward into an era where cannabis will be a legal, taxed part of our economy, it’s important to know some of the history of this plant that humans have cultivated for likely tens of thousands of years.

Here on Long Island, where traces of this history remain in the form of street signs, town names, and some local laws, it may be doubly important to keep an eye on our past if we hope to build an equitable, sustainable cannabis industry.

In short, humans and cannabis have for thousands of years demonstrated what is known as mutualistic coevolution, meaning that our two species have profited and excelled by sticking together. As we have benefited from the cannabis plant’s nutrition (e.g. proteins and oils), its fibers (e.g. in cords and cloth), and its medicinal uses (e.g. anti-inflammatory, psychoactive, analgesic, and antimicrobial properties, just to name a few), so has the plant known as cannabis sativa (whose modern cultivars include the “Sativa” and “Indica” plants we smoke, as well as low-THC hemp) prospered by being intentionally transported and grown around the globe.

The exact etymology of the word “cannabis” is still under dispute, but what’s clear is that cultures around the world have given names to this plant, sometimes known as hemp — also spelled, in various parts of the European continent, as “hennep” or “hamp.”

By the time Europeans started arriving in present-day Long Island, most societies and cultures around the world had a substantial appreciation for cannabis, including European royals, doctors, scientists, and military figures.

In the second half of the last millenium, in fact, cannabis played a large role in both pre-U.S. and early U.S. history.

Given the plant’s utility, European colonists were keen to start growing it in “the New World,” and did so up and down the East Coast. Along with tobacco and cotton, it was also one of the major crops which kidnapped and enslaved people of African descent (and, in some cases, Indigenous Americans) were forced to grow on plantations. It’s well known, for example, that George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were both proponents of the plant, and cultivated personal crops of it on their own plantations using slave labor.

In 1600s and 1700s, when ships roamed the seas seeking precious cargos in whatever form, cannabis was particularly seen as a major resource because it provided strong fibers used for cloth, such as ships’ sails, and for rope, i.e. the rigging that held ships’ sails in place.

And so it was, centuries before New York State would be nicknamed the “Hempire State” because of its pro-hemp farming regulations, that Long Island became one of the major sources for rope in the colonized world.

Many aspects of the exact history of hemp-growing on Long Island remain unclear, as records of agricultural production as well as slave-owning operations in our region are sparse.

What is clear, however, is that hemp was grown abundantly for at least 100 years by European colonists (and the laborers they enslaved, or in some cases paid) up and down Long Island. For one thing, well-known place names establish the connection: in Nassau County, we have Hempstead, which means “hemp farm;” to the east, in Suffolk County, we have the Hamptons, or “hemp towns.”

“That whole area of Long Island was called the Hamptons, and ‘hamp’ is the Northern European word for ‘hemp,’” explained entrepreneur and author John Roulac in an interview with Anton Media Group. “Essentially, Long Island was the provider of hemp for making ropes and sails for the shipping industry in the 1700s

“Basically, with the advent of steam power, hemp was no longer a significant crop after, say, the 1870s,” Roulac said. In the early 20th century, the burgeoning U.S. pharmaceutical industry also identified cannabis as a threat, in a word (among other things, which future parts of this series will discuss), and the nation’s enthusiasm for hemp dropped from a boil to a simmer.

Looking back at the region’s history, it’s also clear that these vital hemp crops on colonial-era Long Island were being grown, at least in part, by enslaved persons of African descent.

According to Hofstra University’s previous “Slavery on Long Island” exhibit: “After the English took over New Netherlands (changing the name to New York) in 1664, the colony became more deeply involved with the importation of slaves via the Trans-Atlantic slave trade and from the Caribbean. In order to satisfy labor demands in their colonies, the English actively sought to step up their efforts to transform African men, women, and children into chattel property.”

“The Census and tax data from the late 17th century indicates that approximately two out of five households in Queens and Suffolk counties included one or more slaves,” Hofstra researchers found. “By the mid-18th century, an internal slave trade was the predominant method of exchanging and acquiring slaves on Long Island, and it greatly contributed to the seven-fold increase in the number of slaves by the early 19th century.”

And while historical records do indicate clearly that this was going on, Long Island has comparatively few records of the transactions themselves. As researchers noted: “Unlike New York City, with its public forums [and slave market/s], the buying and selling of slaves on the Island was typically a private matter during this time.”

Despite slave-owners’ bookkeeping issues, however, some researchers have been able to create a timeline of that era on the Island, and even to trace back family lines of people now living on Long Island whose ancestors were brought there by force.

The Plain Sight Project, for one, has tracked down records of hundreds of slaves who lived mostly on Eastern Long Island, from Sag Harbor to East Hampton. Meanwhile, as our next installment of “Long Island Cannabis Conversations” will explore, some of the people who’ve been in this same region since long before European colonists arrived are now poised to carry this plant, and its potential for equity and positive change, into a new era.

A hemp stalk cut open to reveal the fibrous stem within. (Public domain)

A painting of the Constitution, a.k.a. Old Ironsides, c. 1803–04, attributed to Michel Felice Corné (1752–1845). (Public domain)

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State Education Department Proposes Indigenous Culture And Language Studies Certification For Teachers

Certification Would Support Preservation of Indigenous Cultures and Languages

60-Day Public Comment Period Through May 1

The New York State Education Department today proposed the creation of the Indigenous Culture and Language Studies (All Grades) certificate for teachers, Commissioner Betty A. Rosa announced. If established, the new certification area would increase the capacity and number of teachers who can teach indigenous cultures and languages while increasing the awareness, knowledge, and appreciation for indigenous peoples. The Department will accept public comment on the proposal through May 1 and is conducting ongoing consultation with Indigenous Nations regarding these proposed regulations. This past month, the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Newsletter said, “[i] t is a shared goal with the NYSED to create tenured teaching positions for Indigenous language instructors in public schools across the State.”

Board of Regents Chancellor Lester W. Young, Jr. said, “Learning and preserving New York’s Indigenous languages are critical to recognizing the rich tapestry of our diverse state and acknowledging the importance of sustaining indigenous cultures both within and outside the Nations. Diversity is a tenet of the mission of the Board of Regents to create and sustain nurturing and engaging learning environments for all students.”

Commissioner Rosa said, “All voices must be heard, respected, and considered. By expanding opportunities for teachers, we are advancing access to educational excellence and equity for all students. Culturally Responsive Sustaining Education, such as learning about indigenous languages and cultures, affirms cultural identities, develops students’ abilities to connect across lines of difference, and elevates historically marginalized voices.”

Currently, individuals who would like to teach an indigenous language in New York State public schools can obtain a permit. Although a permit authorizes an individual to teach in public schools, it is not equivalent to a teaching certificate.

Teachers who hold a certificate demonstrate their content, pedagogical knowledge, and skills through the certification process and may be eligible for tenure in a school district. Additionally, the Professional teaching certificate is continuously valid, while individuals who hold a permit would need to apply to renew their permit every five years after their first twoyear permit. Having both the permit and proposed new certificate as options would allow permit holders to continue practicing in the classroom while also attracting new teachers into this area.

More information on the proposed regulatory changes to establish the Indigenous Culture and Language Studies (All Grades) certificate and the registration requirements for teacher preparation programs leading to this certificate may be found

in the Item {link} and presentation {link} discussed by the Board of Regents today.

Following the 60-day public comment period required under the State Administrative Procedure Act, it is anticipated that the proposed amendment will

be presented to the Board of Regents for adoption at its June 2023 meeting. Public comments may be submitted via email to oheregcomments@nysed.gov.

—Submitted by the New York State Board of Education

FCA Offers Free Help With Medicare Enrollment

Recent changes make coverage even more affordable

Enrolling in Medicare can be confusing. Family and Children’s Association’s (FCA) Free Nassau County Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) can help with enrollment guidance by phone.

The Open Enrollment season for people who are currently enrolled in Medicare ended December 7, 2022, but there is another potential opportunity to switch Medicare health plans for those currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO or PPO).

The additional Open Enrollment season runs from January 1 through March 31, with any changes effective the first day of the month following enrollment. There is also the opportunity to drop your Medicare Advantage Plan and return to traditional Medicare during this time, although you would also need to sign up for a Medicare drug plan. If you find that the plan in which you are currently enrolled does not work for you, this added flexibility can help you find a new plan that better suits your needs.

Please note, that if you were not currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, you cannot sign up for one at this time. The current enrollment period only allows people to switch or drop a plan.

Income Limit Increase Helps More People

The Medicare Savings Program has dramatically increased the income limits for eligibility. This program can help pay your Medicare Part B premium and can dramatically lower your drug costs. If you were previously found to be ineligible for this program, you should call Family and Children’s Association’s (FCA) Nassau County Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) office to see if you are now eligible.

Medicare coverage can be confusing

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for the uninitiated, as there are various options. Choosing the right plan for you requires careful consideration. If you need help understanding or choosing a plan, FCA can help guide you through the process with free help by calling 516-485-3754.

There are four basic parts of Medicare: Hospital Insurance (Part A) covers you as an inpatient in a hospital or skilled nursing or rehabilitation facility, or for skilled home care after a hospitalization. Medicare Part A also can cover hospice care if you have a terminal illness. For most people Medicare Part A is premium free.

Medicare Medical Insurance (Part B) covers physician and other outpatient services. These services include doctor visits, hospital outpatient services, lab tests; physical, speech or occupational

therapy; and durable medical equipment for use in the home. The standard Part B premium amount in 2022 is $164.90. Most people pay the standard Part B premium amount. If your modified adjusted gross income as reported on your IRS tax return from 2 years ago is above a certain amount, you’ll pay the standard premium amount and an Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA). IRMAA is an extra charge added to your premium. Medicare Part C You may opt for Medicare Advantage plans instead of Part B. Medicare are managed care plans including Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) and Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs). These plans generally have a network of providers. In an HMO you must use providers in that network. If you join a PPO, you can go out of the network, but you will have a higher copayment for out of network services. Medicare Advantage plans generally cover prescription drugs, otherwise covered by Medicare Part D, and frequently cover non-Medicare services such as vision, dental and hearing services.

Medicare Part D is prescription coverage. There are 19 drug plans in New York State. These plans vary in premium cost and formularies.

Medigap

There are Medicare supplement plans known as Medigap. These are standardized plans that can fill most of the Medicare gaps such as deductibles and co-insurance.

For more information about these changes to Medicare and for any other information pertaining to your health benefits, you can call our office at 516485-3754 and a trained counselor will assist you.

—Submitted by Barry Klitsberg, Nassau County Medicare Counselor, FCA

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5 Things You Might Be Surprised to Learn About Insurance

How con dent are you about the insurance strategies you have in place to protect against an unexpected turn in your life? Do you feel like you have a clear handle on how to manage your insurance needs effectively?

Before you answer, here are ve aspects of insurance coverage that may surprise you:

1. Even a stay-at-home spouse may need life insurance. We tend to think of insurance as something to replace income that would be lost if a person dies. But household contributions aren’t limited to take-home pay. For example, a stay-at-home spouse might ful l a role – such as childcare and housekeeping - that would be expensive to replicate if they were no longer around. Think about the nancial impact the loss of him or her would have on the overall budget and expenses of the household. An appropriate life insurance policy can help mitigate that burden at a time when mourning families have plenty of other worries and stressors on their minds.

2. Single people should be protected, too.

Assuming you have no dependents, there may be no obvious reason to have life insurance in place. But if you pass away unexpectedly, you may still leave behind some expenses, such as funeral costs. Also, if you carry debts that outstrip your assets, family members may have to assume responsibility for them. One more consideration is that life insurance may be more attainable and economical if you buy it when you’re younger and healthy.

3. You may want to insure the lives of children.

How would your life be affected if your child passed away? Would it impact your ability, at least for a time, to carry on with work and other aspects of your life? While it’s a terrible prospect to have to contemplate, it is a possibility for which you may want some nancial protection. Life insurance for a young healthy, person can be very cost effective in most cases.

4. Too many people risk being underinsured, especially women. According to a 2021 study by LIMRA and Life Happens, survey

by the Life Insurance and Market Research Association, just 47% of women have life insurance coverage in place compared to 58% of men1. In most cases today, the need for insurance coverage is generally equal regardless of gender.

5. Disability coverage may be even more important than life insurance.

Suffering a disabling injury or illness that sidelines you from work can have a dramatic impact on your income. Most people make life insurance a priority, but for those who do not, the result is bills that risk going unpaid and nancial goals unmet.

According to the Social Security Administration, more than one in four Americans age 20 or older will become disabled before retirement age2. The risk is greater than you think.

Reviewing your protection needs is an important part of the nancial planning process. Talk to your nancial advisor if you have any concerns about your own coverage.

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SANTOS WATCH

Treasurer Of The Sierra Madre?

Following FEC insistence, Santos announces new campaign finance head

JANET BURNS

acing a perilous quest for riches, a fictitious but wise man once said, “Ah, as long as there’s no find, the noble brotherhood will last, but when the piles of gold begin to grow... that’s when the trouble starts.”

In this case, Howard, as portrayed by Walter Huston in the 1948 film adaptation of the novel The Treasure of the Sierra Madre, was talking about his fellow gold-diggers and the treacherous cost of achieving wealth in the 1920s southwest.

But he could have been talking about the tribulations of U.S. Representative George Santos a hundred years later over on the east coast — that is, depending on how the rest of this story plays out, and how much more digging we see.

To wit, the biggest Santos news we’re aware of this week is the appointment of a new campaign treasurer for the congressman, a situation which probably sounds a lot simpler than it is.

In mid-February, the Federal Election

Comission sent a letter to Rep. Santos demanding that he appoint a new treasurer to oversee his campaign finances within a month; in prior weeks, Santos’ relatively longtime treasurer Nancy Marks, a veteran GOP finance operator, resigned from the post, then Santos said that another person was his treasurer, who swiftly denied that they held the post.

After the legal 10-day deadline to

appoint a new treasurer for Santos’ reelection campaign (which may or may not be happening, officially) had more than passed, the FEC told Santos he had one more month to appoint a new treasurer, or risk having the campaign’s accounts frozen; a week later, in late February, an FEC filing for the campaign named Andrew Olson of Elmhurst, listed at Santos’ own prior address, as his new campaign ‘money guy.’ Tim Balk reported for the New York Daily News the next day that Santos’ lawyer had “declined to confirm whether Olson was the new treasurer.”

If it’s true, Olson is likely to have an exciting road ahead, whether or not it ultimately leads to lucre.

Lee Brown reported for the New York Post on February 16, “Disgraced Long Island Rep. George Santos is reportedly set on running for re-election in 2024 — even as outraged locals marched on his district office Wednesday again, demanding his ouster over his lies. Fellow New York Rep. Richie Torres confirmed reports that ‘Santos is telling advisors that he wishes to serve a 2nd term, despite previously promising that he wouldn’t run for reelection.’”

Other Recent Highlights:

• In an hour-long filmed interview, Rep. Santos told semi-disgraced British news personality Piers Morgan that he is “just a regular person” who makes mistakes, and also that he was surprised he got caught: “I ran in 2020 for the same exact seat for Congress and I got away with it then.”

• Video footage from the House of Representatives was used in a viral parody by the well-known humor account Bad Lip Reading, in which Santos gets several solid nods, including the voicedover claim, “I also invented ‘movie date night.’ It’s not a big deal.”

• As Jessica Piper reported for Politico on Feb. 22, “One of George Santos’ first acts as a candidate for Congress in 2019, according to his campaign finance filings, was making a series of four-figure donations from his campaign to a pair of local Republican groups and President Donald Trump’s reelection committee. But according to those groups’ own filings, the contributions were never received — and may not have been donated.”

The official portrait of U.S. Representative George Santos (R, NY-03). (Public domain)

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Happy Anniversary, Nassau Inter-County Express Bus Service

January 2023 marks the eleventh anniversary for Nassau Inter County Express Bus . Thousands of Nassau County residents ride NICE Bus to jobs, schools and other destinations in Queens. Many transfer to the NYC Transit subway at Flushing, Jamaica or Far Rockaway stations. Thousands of Queens residents travel via NICE bus to jobs, schools, medical appointments and other destinations in Nassau County. The viability of NICE benefits everyone. To understand the origins of how we got here, you must go back in time to the early 1970’s. Prior to NICE, bus service in Nassau County was operated under Long Island Bus and Metropolitan Suburban Bus Authority. In 1973, Nassau County purchased equipment, routes and some facilities from numerous private bus operators most of whom were experiencing serious financial difficulties. These private bus operators included Bee Line, Rockville Center Bus Corporation, Utility Lines, Stage Coach Lines, Schenck Transportation, Inc., Nassau Bus Line, Hempstead Bus Corporation, Jerusalem Avenue Bus Lines, Universal Auto Bus, Roosevelt Bus Lines, Stage Coach Lines, Hendrickson Bus Corporation and others. Their respective fare box income was insufficient to cover current day to day operating expenses. They lacked the funding to purchase new replacement buses, along with upgrading out of date maintenance and operating bus garages. Nassau County followed up that same

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year by entering into a lease and operating agreement with the MTA to continue providing local bus service. This resulted in creation of the Metropolitan Suburban Bus Authority. Years later, MSBA was followed by Long Island Bus and on January 1, 2012 Nassau Inter County Express. Most of the same routes operated by MSBA, LI Bus and NICE Bus today can be traced back to the various private bus operators.

It is a four-way dance between fares paid by riders along with funding provided by Nassau County, the State and the Federal government in financing public bus transportation operated by NICE. They operate a fleet of 280 buses out of the Mitchel Field bus garage. NICE also operates a fleet of 122 Able Ride paratransit vehicles out of the Stewart Avenue facility. Both facilities were constructed by federal capital grants with local matching funds provided by Nassau

County and the State Department of Transportation. It was the same funding sources for both construction of the Hempstead Multi-Modal Bus Terminal, Mineola Intermodal Bus Terminal/Commuter Parking Garage and Rockville Centre Bus Garage which was removed from active transit service in 2017. All five of these investments combined cost over $100 million. In today’s dollars, it would be far higher.

Over time, there have been other capital investments, including replacement buses, compressed natural gas fueling stations, facility modifications to accommodate CNG buses inside garages, new fare collection equipment, automatic vehicle locator equipment, real time communications systems to notify riders for anticipated arrival of the next bus, shelters, bus stop signs and other support equipment necessary to run the system. Just like a homeowner, what is new today requires constant maintenance, periodic upgrades and eventual replacement years later. Capital physical assets of any bus system (including revenue vehicles along with bus facility components such as HVAC, bus washers, paint booths, engine shops, bays, pits, lifts, doors, fueling stations, lighting, security systems and many others) eventually reach the end of their useful life. Significant changes in technology also require replacement of outdated equipment.

It has been 50 years, since Nassau County took control of all bus routes from private operators.

Over that time period, Nassau County, Albany and Washington have combined invested over $800 million in capital improvements. Operating subsidy dollars easily top over $1.5 billion.

NICE services continue to be one of the best bargains around. Since the 1950s, the average cost of riding a bus in Nassau County has gone up at a lower rate than either the consumer price index or inflation. The Metro Card introduced in 1996 affords a free transfer between NICE bus and the NYC Transit bus or subway. Prior to this, riders had to pay two full fares. Purchasing either a weekly or monthly pass further reduces the cost per ride. Many employers offer transit checks, which pay even more of the costs.

TANSTAFL - There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch, or in this case, bus ride. NICE services continue to be one of the best bargains around.

(Larry Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer who previously served as a former Director for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York Office of Operations and Program Management. This included the development, review, approval and oversight for billions in capital projects and programs for NJ Transit, New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority, NYC Transit bus, subway and Staten Island Railway, Long Island and Metro North Rail Roads, MTA Bus, Nassau County NICE Bus along with 30 other transit agencies in NY & NJ.).

The Reframe: Shifting the Way in Which You View a Behavior Can Enhance Your Relationship

According to Dr. John Gottman, famed relationship researcher, approximately 69 percent of the problems that couples face are perpetual problems. This means that couples will have unsolvable problems that will recur throughout their relationship. For each couple, this issue is different, such as the influence of in-laws on the decisions the couple makes, different levels of cleanliness in the home, difficulties with work/life balance, etc.

Take for example, hypothetical couple Jessica and Steve, who have been married for four years and living together for three. They have very different views when it comes to cleanliness in the home and household chores. Steve wants the house to be pristine before

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separate to do lists. Their solutions have helped them avoid huge blow outs, but they still have different thresholds for tidiness, which can get on one another’s nerves. Rather than wracking their brains trying to come up with new solutions, they should acknowledge that they have different views when it comes to household chores such as cleaning. Additionally, they should recognize that this is something that is likely to come up throughout their relationship. By accepting that this is a perpetual problem, they are letting go of the tendency to blame one another, and instead acknowledge that they just don’t see eye to eye. One person is not right, one person is not wrong, they each have their own views.

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Behind the Mask of Purim

In a few days, Jewish people around the world will parade through streets and synagogues dressed as the brave Queen Esther and the wise Mordechai. Dressing in costume is exciting. When we change our outward appearance, we feel different; through the eyes of a mask, we experience a new way of looking at the world.

Everyone loves Purim because it is a day filled with lighthearted fun. But beneath the masquerades, there is a serious message: the remembrance of a time of great danger, and of a wicked man who tried to utterly destroy the Jewish people.

We can see these timely themes woven throughout the Bible. The Almighty commands Moses to make holy garments for his brother Aharon, the Kohen Gadol (High Priest). We read a detailed description of the clothing worn by Aharon and by the other Kohanim—clothes that clearly set them apart from ordinary people and marked the sanctity of their position.

The Kohen’s elegant robe and bejeweled breastplate were not only beautiful, but also inspirational, and fitting for someone whose

role was to elevate the Jewish nation in the eyes of The Almighty. According to Maimonides, the priestly garments were meant to elicit respect for the worthiness of the Kohen as a holy vehicle. His majestic attire would motivate each Jew to connect with the Almighty.

On Purim we are commanded to remember how the Biblical Haman and others sought to destroy us. We’ve all heard the expression, “Clothes make the man”—and to a large extent, it’s true. The clothing of the Kohanim is an excellent example. Of course, focusing on clothing for superficial reasons can

become excessive, but when used for the purpose of holiness, and worn with dignity and modesty, clothes are symbolically elevating. Self-respecting clothing raises our image in the eyes of others. They encourage us and those around us to live according to higher ideals. What we wear on the outside affects how we speak, behave, and think.

Clothes can also convey a sense of history and give us a sociological context. Some of our grandparents and great-grandparents arrived in America in tattered clothes; generations later, our closets burst with designer clothing. Interestingly, the Jewish Museum is currently displaying an exhibit tracing the history of fashion trends in America. It details how Jews, through their contributions to the garment industry, helped shaped and influence the American fashion ideal.

But attractive exhibits may gloss over the less-than-glamorous realities of the past. Carefully curated displays of sepia-toned photographs show us an old-fashioned world through rose-colored

glasses. A trip down memory lane makes us sentimental. But if the past also brings us painful memories—as history certainly does— why look back? Indeed, why bother remembering Amalek, an evil force bent on Jewish annihilation? Why not focus on the positive and move forward? However, The Almighty commands us “not to forget Amalek” for our own good. Parshat Zachor reminds us that Amalek still exists in the world even today, and we should stay alert. Jewish survival depends on remembering our past. Surely in this way we can preserve our future.

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partners will work together as a team rather than see one another as adversaries.

So, let’s go back to Jessica and Steve. Steve may want to reframe the situation in the following way:

“Jessica is messy.” turns into “Jessica is working so hard, that she sometimes forgets to clean up after herself.”

Jessica may want to reframe her view of Steve in the following way:

This Purim, as Megillat Esther is read, we will drown out the name of the evil Haman. And when we hear the story of Esther’s transformation from a simple Jewish girl to a beautiful queen who dressed in royal gowns to win the favor of the king, we are reminded that each of us is like royalty, since we are all children of our Creator. Each of us is like a Kohen; we are called “a nation of priests.” When we see ourselves this way, we elevate our people in the eyes of the world, so that we can look forward to a time of true freedom and peace for all humankind.

“Steve is so rigid when it comes to cleaning.” becomes “Steve wants to keep a clean and comfortable home for us.”

By slightly altering the way in which you think about your partner or the situation, you open the possibility of interacting with one another with greater care. Additionally, your perpetual problems may not seem as serious or as insurmountable.

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Garrett Guttenberg and Eric Stroud started a company based in Long Beach called Seaview Adjusting Group, which helps home and business owners navigate insurance claims. And the pair took part in a reality show called The Blox, a show that houses entrepreneurs together as they go through several challenges putting their entrepreneurial skills to the test.

It can be watched for free on Google Play, the App Store and on an original, free app called The Blox. This app does much more than just allow for binging of the show, it has resources for entrepreneurs, meditations, music that can help put you in the workzone and more.

According to news-website, Heavy, MTV star Wes Bergmann, an entrepreneur himself, is the man behind the show. He started in a competitive reality show called The Challenge. And he wanted to create a reality show of his own.

The format is similar to that of The Champion. The entrepreneurs face off in “start-up games” and are judged by up and coming celebrities. Bergmann told Heavy that he was proud of the impact the show had on the contestants, changing their lives in a short period of time.

Guttenberg said he found out about the show through an advertisement when he was scrolling through social media. Taking a leap of faith, he decided to apply to be on season 5.

“The TV show is the largest, live startup competition,” Guttenberg said. “It’s a

combination of a docu-series and a competitive reality TV show. We were basically put through his ‘startup accelerator’, as he called it. We’d sit through a class each day, which was all recorded, on the different topics... And there was competitions throughout the show that stemmed from the topics from each day, and then you’d be broken out into different rooms with judges. All these judges were from different multi-million dollar companies and start ups and such. They’d basically just rank your presentation based on the challenge.”

Topics focused on in the show included utilizing technology, copy-writing and design, search engine optimization, branding and storytelling, early-state fundraising and deal structures and more.

“The coolest thing was I’ve never been in a room with so many like-minded people,” Guttenberg said. “They’re all people who left different fields and had a dream and a vision and basically sacrificed everything to start their own company. Some of them were very new to business. Some of them had been running their company for years.”

And being on a reality show was an experience in itself. Guttenberg said they would shoot from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and he’d forget the cameras were even there. He had to stay in Kansas for a week to film the show, leaving behind his family, including two young sons. Being away from his family was the hardest challenge of the show, as well as not having much down time to call his family and run his business.

“I went into the whole competition really expecting nothing,” Guttenberg said. “But I was super happy that we did that. We left with a lot of valuable information on how to grow the business.”

Guttenberg and Stroud started Seaview Adjusting Group in 2020 to assist home

owners and property owners with their insurance claims against the insurance carriers. They handle the claim, they negotiate with the insurance company and they make sure the home or property owners are getting paid adequately in order to re-build after a fire, water damage from a pipe break or flood, or any other factors that can damage a home.

“I’ve been in insurance since I graduated law school in 2012,” Guttenberg. “I write flood insurance, homeowners and business on the brokers side. In 2019, I had a fire at my house in Oceanside and we lost the house and we lost everything to the fire. I brought in public adjusters who I’ve heard of... Long story short, I wasn’t happy with the job they did and that meant I knew more about the insurance policies, coverage... I ended firing those guys and I took the claim from that point to the end by myself. And I realized there was a need for more people in the public adjusters.”

Since starting the business, they’ve helped home and property owners on Long Island, in New York City and in Westchester with their claims.

Long Islanders were featured on the reality show, The Blox.

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REPURPOSING YOUR BACKYARD Replace those old windows

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Backyarding Has A Purpose

Identify your backyard’s purpose, then build the yard of your dreams

Backyarding—the trend to use the backyard for everything from tele-working and working out to relaxing and recreating—has a di erent purpose for each of us. Identifying your backyard’s role in your family’s health and happiness is the key to cultivating a purposeful outdoor space that is customized to your needs.

“How do you a create a more purposeful outdoor space? First, you need to identify what type of ‘backyarder’ you are,” explained Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and the TurfMutt Foundation. “Then, you can get to work in your yard with that idea in mind.”

Here are just a few of the backyarding personality types. Which one are you?

Landscaper

Your yard makes neighbors green with envy. You know how to maintain a healthy living landscape all year long, and you have the latest outdoor power equipment to make even big jobs easier. You put the right plant in the right place, so your green space is always thriving.

Outdoor athlete

Forget basement workouts—you have an outdoor gym and exercise space that makes the neighborhood running club want to pit stop at your house. Your yard is the ideal place to stay active and inspire others to work out, too.

Work From Home Pro

Your work from home means nature is your background, and there’s no lag on the living landscape. The birds, squirrels and, yes, the dog your co-workers see on conference calls are all real. All you need is strong WiFi, your nicest sweatpants, and a jacket for chilly morning meetings, and you’re ready for work.

Nature Lover

You know that nature starts at your own back door, and understand pollinator support and plant choice. You prefer to spend your free time in the urban habitat of your living landscape, watching the birds, bats, butterflies and other wildlife that count on your yard for food and shelter.

Kid Zone Creator

You know the safest place for young kids is in your own backyard, and you work hard to create an outdoor fun zone they will never want to leave. A flat area of sturdy turfgrass to play sports and pitch a tent? Check. Treehouse? Check. Zipline strung safely between backyard trees? Check. An elevated garden where they can help grow family meals? Check. Natural playscapes, like a patch of sand bordered by rocks and log stump seating? Check. “Fun” is your middle name, and you are winning at this game.

Pet Pamperer

Your focus is on Fido – no one knows your yard better – and you take cues from your four-legged friends about how to purpose your backyard. You’ve planted appropriate turfgrass that can stand up to pet play, and you’ve used soft foliage to create a natural barricade between “off limits” areas and the rest of the lawn. Trees and shrubs are strategically planted for shade, and you’ve even set up a shallow water feature to help your pup cool off on hot days. Planting with

purpose for you means keeping toxic plants out of the picture. (For a complete list, visit ASPCA’s list of non-toxic and toxic plants).

Entertainer Extraordinaire

Your backyard was the neighborhood hot spot long before the pandemic made that trend posh. Family milestones, birthdays, graduations, reunions, socially distanced BBQs – your yard is *the* place to gather. Your yard is set up for success with patio furniture, fire pit, yard games, plenty of outdoor seating, string lights, and maybe

even an outdoor kitchen.

Zen Master

Your yard provides you and your family a place to be still and de-stress. Whether it’s coffee in the morning or yoga in the afternoon, you know that spending time outside is good for your health and well-being, and thanks to your yard these benefits are only steps away.

To learn more about creating the yard of your dreams, visit TurfMutt.com

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Sustainable Landscaping

How homeowners and businesses design the landscape on their property, including plant choices, can result in significant positive benefits on the environment, our water supply and public health.

Go Native

Native plants are adapted to the local climate and soil conditions where they naturally occur. These important plant species provide nectar, pollen, and seeds that serve as food for native butterflies, insects, birds, and other animals. Unlike natives, common horticultural plants do not fit the bill. These adaptations bring us several gardening advantages.

Wildlife Viewing

Native plants, birds, butterflies,

beneficial insects, and interesting critters are “made for each other.” Research shows that native wildlife prefers native plants.

Save Water

Once established, many native plants need minimal irrigation beyond normal rainfall.

Low Maintenance

Low maintenance landscaping methods are a natural fit with native plants that are already adapted to the local environment. Look forward to using less water, little to no fertilizer, little to no pesticides, less pruning, and less of your time.

Pesticide Freedom

Native plants have developed their own defenses against many pests and diseases.

Since most pesticides kill indiscriminately, beneficial insects become secondary targets in the fight against pests. Reducing or eliminating pesticide use lets natural pest control take over and keeps garden toxins out of our creeks and watersheds.

Support Local Ecology

As development replaces natural habitats, planting gardens, parks, and roadsides with New York native plants can provide a “bridge” to nearby remaining wildlands. Additional information about gardening with native plants can be found at bookstores, online and at your local library. Your local Soil and Water Conservation District may also be able to provide guidance.

—Department of Environmental Conservation

Sustain ecology with natives. (Christy Hinko)

Update Or Replace Windows

Energy efficient windows are an important consideration for both new and existing homes. Heat gain and heat loss through windows are responsible for 25 to 30 percent of residential heating and cooling energy use. If you are selecting windows for new construction or to replace existing windows, it’s important to choose the most efficient windows you can afford that work best in your climate.

If your existing windows are in good condition, taking steps to reduce the energy loss through windows can make your home more comfortable and save you money on energy bills. You have two broad options if you hope to reduce the amount of energy lost through your windows and improve the comfort of your home. You can replace your windows or you can update them.

Replace Your Windows

If you decide to replace your windows, you will have to make several decisions about the type of windows you purchase and the type of replacement you will make.

You may have the option of replacing the windows in their existing frame; discuss this option with your window retailer and installer to find out if it will work for you.

You will also need to decide what features you want in your windows. You will need to decide on the following:

• Frame types

• Glazing type

• Gas fills and spacers

• Operation types

Update Existing Windows

If your windows are in good condition, taking steps to improve their efficiency may be the most cost-effective option to increase the comfort of your home and save money on energy costs. There are several things you can do to improve the efficiency of your existing windows:

• Check existing windows for air leaks

• Caulk and weatherstrip. Check out our do-ityourself project to learn how to weatherstrip double-hung windows.

• Add window treatments and coverings.

• Add storm windows or panels

• Add solar control film

• Add exterior shading, such as awnings, exterior blinds or overhangs. With any efficiency improvements, take steps to ensure proper installation and check for air leaks after the improvement.

Selection Process

In addition to choosing the window type, you also need to consider design, energy use and labeling, warranties and installation. First look for the ENERGY STAR label when buying new windows. Then review ratings on the energy performance label from the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) to find the most efficient windows.

NFRC ratings are included on all ENERGY STAR certified windows and provide a reliable way to determine a window’s energy properties and compare products.

Selection Tips

• Look for the ENERGY STAR and NFRC labels.

• In colder climates, consider selecting gasfilled windows with low-e coatings to reduce heat loss. In warmer climates, select windows with coatings to reduce heat gain.

• Choose a low U-factor for better thermal resistance in colder climates; the U-factor is the rate at which a window conducts non-solar heat flow.

• Look for a low solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC). SHGC is a measure of solar radiation admitted through a window. Low SHGCs reduce heat gain in warm climates.

• Select windows with both low U-factors and low SHGCs to maximize energy savings in temperate climates with both cold and hot seasons.

• Look for whole-unit U-factors and SHGCs, rather than center-of-glass U-factors and SHGCs. Whole-unit numbers more accurately reflect the energy performance of the entire product.

Installation

Even the most energy-efficient window must be properly installed to ensure energy efficiency and comfort. Have your windows installed by trained professionals according to manufacturer’s instructions; otherwise, your warranty may be void.

Window installation varies depending on the type of window, the construction of the house (wood, masonry, etc.), the exterior cladding (wood siding, stucco, brick, etc.), and the type (if any) of weather-restrictive barrier. Windows, flashing, and air sealing should all be installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations to perform correctly.

—U.S. Department of Energy

How To Build A Fire Pit

Awood-burning fire pit makes a great outdoor gathering place for friends and family. Installing a fire pit is a DIY project that can be configured for your yard’s measurements. This guide teaches you how to build a fire pit using concrete pavers or concrete blocks for a quick, easy backyard upgrade that can be enjoyed in any season.

Select Location and Fire Pit Shape

Whether you are building a fire pit out of stone or concrete pavers or using a fire pit kit, you must select a location that is a safe distance from any structures and low hanging trees.

Consult local building code and homeowner association for any restrictions.

Disclosing your backyard fire pit could be a requirement of your homeowner’s insurance policy. Check with your agent to learn if having a fire pit may affect your coverage.

The style and shape of your fire pit will determine the type of blocks you’ll need to purchase. Fire pits typically measure 3 to 4 feet across.

For a fire pit ring, you need trapezoidal blocks, which are narrower on one side.

This allows the edges to fit snugly together for a circle without creating any gaps.

A square fire pit uses rectangular blocks and can be constructed in a variety of patterns with blocks of different shapes and sizes.

Mark and Prepare the Fire Pit Site

Outline what will be the footprint of the fire pit to mark your work area.

If you are building a circular fire pit in your yard, drive a stake at the center of what will be the fire pit location.

Use marking paint tied to a string to draw a circle around the stake.

The diameter of the circle should be slightly larger than the outside dimensions of the fire pit ring you’re preparing to build.

For a square or rectangle fire pit, temporarily lay out the first layer of concrete blocks for your design on the ground and check the layout for the square. Use a shovel to outline the perimeter and then remove the blocks.

Remove the sod and dirt to a depth of about 7 inches from inside the perimeter that you marked. Keep the excavated area level as you work.

Pack the dirt solidly all the way around with a hand tamper.

If you are building your stone fire pit on top of an existing backyard patio, cement the first layer of blocks onto the patio to prevent shifting.

Build the Fire Pit Gravel Base

Adding gravel on top of the compacted dirt will create a base for your fire pit. Pour a generous amount of crushed gravel paver base into the hole so your finished

base will be approximately 5 inches thick. Wet the gravel thoroughly with a garden hose, and then use the hand tamper to compact it into a hard layer a couple of inches below the surface. Check the base at several points to be sure it is level and make adjustments where necessary.

Lay Out the Fire Pit

Lay out your first layer of blocks on top of the level gravel base. Be sure the sides of the blocks are touching.

Place the blocks one-by-one around the perimeter of the hole, pushing them together and using a level to make sure the height stays consistent.

If necessary, add leveling sand beneath low blocks or tap high blocks down with a rubber mallet to keep everything even.

After finishing the first row, check the layer in several places with a long level to be sure the structure is even.

Then, temporarily assemble the second level of blocks, making sure to stagger the joints between rows.

Test-Fit the Fire Pit Bowl

Bowls and insert rings come in several standard sizes, so make sure to choose the right one for the fire pit you’re planning to build.

After you’ve temporarily laid out the second row, test-fit the fire pit bowl to make sure the lip rests fully on the edge. Remove the bowl.

Adjust the positioning of the blocks if needed.

Add Construction Adhesive to the Blocks

Use construction adhesive between the layers of blocks to secure the concrete block pavers as you build the fire pit walls. Remove the second row of blocks that were temporarily placed.

Add beads of construction adhesive to the bottom layer to bond everything in place. Refit the second layer of blocks and continue the process for the third row of blocks. A fire pit typically has three or four rows of blocks. Repeat the test-fitting for each

layer before securing with adhesive. The bowl sits on top and can be removed for easy cleaning.

Tip: Refer to the label on your construction adhesive for the proper curing time. It can take between two and seven days for the material to dry, fully cure and be ready to handle the heat from your DIY firepit.

After you’ve learned how to build a fire pit, you can rent the soil compactor or tamper.

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This move-in ready expanded cape at 103 Yorkshire Dr. in the Radcliff Manor section of East Norwich sold on Jan. 18 for $660,000. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home is on an oversized lot with a lovely backyard, perfect for entertaining. The living and dining rooms are sunlit and have stunning hardwood floors. There is also a spacious sunroom with radiant heat flooring. There are two sizable bedrooms upstairs. The home has a new roof and updated windows. The basement is finished and is a perfect place for recreation, a playroom or a home office. This home is near Vernon School and is in close proximity to shopping, restaurants and historic parks. The home has town beach rights and offers dockage and moorings for additional fees.

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Micromobility Injuries On The Rise

E-scooters, e-bikes, and hoverboards have grown in popularity among Americans in recent years, as a way to get to and from work or school, or for fun. A new report recently released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) finds that emergency room (ER)-treated injuries and deaths with these products are also increasing.

From 2017 to 2021, injuries spiked 127 percent to 77,200 for micromobility devices, and the number of deaths rose from 5 to 48. E-scooters had the highest percentage increase in injuries and accounted for 68 deaths in the same time period. Consumerowned e-scooters accounted for most ER visits (56 percent), but incidents involving rental e-scooter were not far behind (44 percent).

The top hazards in fatalities were incidents with motor vehicles and user-control issues, followed by fires. CPSC recommends these tips to prevent fires with these devices:

• Always be present when charging devices using lithium-ion batteries. Never charge them while sleeping.

• Only use the charger that came with your device.

• Only use an approved replacement battery pack.

• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper charging, and unplug the device when done.

This home at 146 Radcliff Dr. in East Norwich that sold on Jan. 19 for $560,000 is perfect for investors who are ready to give this home a little TLC. This lovely cape-style home is large enough for a growing family and has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. It has hardwood floors throughout and has a cedar closet in the upstairs bedroom. This home is on a large piece of property and has plenty of room for a backyard barbecue. It has a quaint patio off the back door. The single car garage has plenty of space. This home is located in the Oyster Bay School District.

• Never use an e-mobility device with a battery pack that has been modified/reworked by unqualified personnel or with re-purposed or used cells

• Never throw lithium batteries into the trash or general recycling. Take them to your local hazardous waste

collection center. Because collisions with motor vehicles and user-control issues are the most common hazards, CPSC urges consumers to:

• Always wear a bicycle helmet.

• Before riding, make sure to check for any damage, which includes examining the handlebars, brakes, throttle, bell, lights, tires, cables and frame.

• See and be seen. Most deaths involve motor vehicles.

• Expect vehicle drivers and pedestrians not to see you; slow down and stay aware of your surroundings.

• Use the bell/horn to alert others.

• Do not make abrupt, unpredictable movements.

• Beware of obstacles. .

• Always keep both hands on the handlebars.

• Slow down and lean back when you have to ride over bumps.

• Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Only one person per e-scooter.

• Follow all manufacturer directions.

• Report safety incidents or concerns with consumer products to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov. Visit www.cpsc.gov to sign up for product recall information.

—U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Homes shown here represent closed sales, sold by a variety of agencies and are selected for their interest to readers by the Anton Media Group editor. Except where noted, data and photos are provided courtesy of Multiple Listing Service of Long Island, Inc. and Zillow.

Governor’s Proposed Increase To State Aid Is A Real And Refreshing Commitment To Helping Schools

By Regina McLean, President of the Port Washington Teachers Association; John Caulfield, President of the Levittown Teachers Association; and Matthew Adler, President of United Teachers of Seaford, on behalf of LongIslandTeachers.org representing over 100 Local Teachers Unions across Long Island.

Last week, New York Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled her 2023-24 budget for the state, which includes a record-breaking 10 percent increase in state aid to public schools. Of the $3.1 billion increase statewide, Long Island schools will realize an unprecedented increase in aid of approximately $775 million – and this comes on top of healthy aid increases in the previous two budget cycles.

The Governor’s proposed budget represents a truly historic investment in the intellectual infrastructure that is our public school system on Long Island.

This long overdue support package will help financially position our 121 local school districts throughout Long Island to meet the challenges of our times and our students’ educational and emotional needs.

Most significantly, the aid increase is a hopeful signal of a long-term shift in thinking in Albany – a recognition that the state was failing to adequately support school districts for far too long.

New York State has a long and unfortunate history of underfunding its public schools. For decades, Albany defied a court-ordered increase in Foundation Aid – and further cut school funding at that time through mechanisms such as GEA (Gap Elimination Aid). Districts found themselves tens of millions of dollars short of funding and were forced to burden their residents with dramatic property tax increases to pay for educational programs. With the implementation of the property tax cap beginning in 2012, school districts were financially hamstrung further in trying to meet the needs of students.

Through the advocacy and awareness-raising of educators across the state, from the New York State United Teachers down to local teacher unions, advances have been made recently to ensure Albany is meeting its constitutional responsibility for funding education. GEA was eliminated in 2016 and, as noted, the past few budget cycles have seen healthier increases in aid packages, highlighted by this year’s proposed 10 percent increase.

Governor Hochul’s promise could not have come at a more critical time as districts across Long Island work to meet the rising costs due to inflation, supply chain issues, and oil prices without sacrificing educational

programs in the classroom.

A few of the many potential benefits from the substantially increased state aid for schools include:

• Creating a plan to upgrade technological infrastructure after the COVID-19 pandemic revealed shortcomings and inequalities in many communities;

• Increasing mental health and wellness programs to support the emotional and social needs of students;

• Addressing learning loss and closing the achievement gap through high-impact tutoring and support programs;

• Enhancing career and technical educational offerings; and

• Expansion of Universal Pre-K programs. Our highest priority is preparing our students for success in the world, whether that means moving on to higher education or applying their knowledge, training, and skills in the workforce. That success begins with a high school diploma.

Despite the multi-year challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, high school graduation rates on Long Island far exceed the national average (92.6 percent in 2022 versus 88.6 percent) and fall high on statewide averages of 74 to 94 percent. We can only expect these rates to climb with the added support of state aid.

Over the past decade, our school districts on Long Island have been fortunate to enjoy the community’s overwhelming support as they have navigated annual school budgets through tax cap requirements. Budgets have been approved by the vast majority of voters every year, and the proposed increase in state aid from Albany will help districts across the Island maintain the support of their communities.

Local and statewide educator organizations have been waging a 30-year battle in Albany for adequate state funding for schools. The Governor’s proposed state aid package marks significant and substantial progress in that battle, as it recognizes the long-standing inequity in state funding.

Increased state aid is an investment in our children, our communities, and the future health of Long Island’s public school system. It is worthy of enthusiastic support from both sides of the aisle as the State Budget process moves ahead this spring.

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Announces Stable Spirits Art Show And Auction Fundraiser

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc. (www. pal-o-mine.org, Islandia, NY), a private, not for profit organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, announced that it will hold an art show and auction on Thursday, May 4th, 2023 from 5:30 PM–8:30 PM at its facilities located at 829 Old Nichols Rd, Islandia, NY 11749. The Stable Spirits Art Show and Auction Fundraiser will feature the artwork of local artists of all ages and art mediums and styles. In addition to the art show and auction, the event will include a selection of wines from local vineyards paired with small bites by Sommelier Jun Xi Chen, assisted by restaurant professionals and fellow Culinary Institute of America graduate, Megan Henne. Event ticket prices are $60.

“We are very excited to give local artists an opportunity to show their work, while also helping Pal-O-Mine raise funds for our new 2,000 square foot educational center, which will expand our on-site therapy and vocational services,” said Pal-O-Mine founder and CEO Lisa Gatti. Under the guidance of Splashes of Hope artists, attendees will also participate in an interactive mural process creating art to hang in the new center.

For artists interested in participating, they can submit three to five pieces by completing a submission form and emailing images of their artwork. The deadline for all submissions is March 15, 2023. Artists will be notified of acceptance by email on March 17th, 2023. Artists must agree to donate 20 percent of each sale made at the event to Pal-O-Mine and donate one piece of art to Pal-O-Mine for use in future fundraisers.

Accepted artists will drop off their work at Pal-O-Mine on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023 between 9 AM and 5 PM. Each artist will have space in one of Pal-O-Mine’s barn stalls to display their art. Tables and professional lighting will be provided for artists’ use during the event. Artists must bring any additional display materials they require (e.g., tablecloths, easels, display boards, etc.). Each piece should be priced between $200-$500.The art pick-up date is Friday, May 5th, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 12 Noon. Sponsorships are available for the event and range from $10,000 for the DaVinci sponsorship and $5,00 for the Picasso sponsorship, to $3,500 for the Van Gogh sponsorship and $2,500 for the Matisse sponsorship. There is also a Paint sponsorship for $250.

For more information, contact: Tessa at 631-887-3751.

—Submitted by Pal-O-Mine

South Shore Audubon Society Offers Environmental Scholarships

The South Shore Audubon Society has begun accepting applications for two $1000 Environmental Scholarships. The scholarships will be awarded to college juniors, seniors, or graduate students earning a degree in areas of biological or environmental science, or sustainable and renewable energy .

For the Evelyn and Jerry Bishop Environmental Scholarship, applicants must be residents of one of the areas listed at www. ssaudubon.org/areas-we-serve.asp and/or attend a college in Nassau or Suffolk County.

For the Jay Koolpix, Environmental Scholarship, applicants must be residents of Nassau County and/or attend a college in Nassau or Suffolk County.

The deadline for submission of applications is May 31,2023. Completed applications include a brief explanation of the reason for applying for the scholarship and the plan to use the money, a copy of the most recent transcript of grades, and at least one letter of recommendation. Applicants may apply

for both scholarships but cannot be awarded more than one.

For applications and more information, go to www.ssaudubon.org/ or contact Betsy

Gulotta eagulotta@optonline.net, or Betty Borowsky, bborow@optonline.net.

—Submitted by South Shore Audubon Society

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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 always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have pleted the puzzle, there will be 16 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Not every action you take needs to be a play for the win. is game is long. Some moves are meant to get you to the next move, and that is enough. What’s important is that you get some momentum. And if you don’t know what’s next, don’t worry. You’ll get your best ideas when you’re already in motion.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Restlessness is an uncomfortable state and not one to dwell in. You can take the agitation as a signal to move you quickly to the next thing or, if it’s clear that you cannot or should not go yet, ask your restlessness to lead you to tap deeper reasons and purposes for being where you are.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When you need things too much, it’s miserable not to have them. It is a free and easy feeling to have that which you enjoy but you do not need. You raise your happiness by lowering your reliance on certain comforts. You may go stoically without things just to prove to yourself your own independence and strength.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). is week brings more than one situation akin to a split screen. You’re like a security o cer in a high room, monitoring the mundane. Sure, you can pay attention to several things at once, if most of it is going to plan. Part of your brain will be scanning for anything out of the ordinary. You’ll nd it, too.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Language is a tool. Every tool is con ned to the limit of its ability. A hammer can’t saw, and a screwdriver isn’t great for cutting paper. is week, you will wisely recognize that there are things that can’t be accomplished with words, an acknowledgement that helps you switch to di erent modes and tools.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). e easiest way to get lled with wonder is to be somewhere new. Is the world very di erent just because you go to new places? You are very di erent in new places, and you carry that di erence around and back home again. So, yes, the world changes when you travel, and you’re right to make it a priority now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). As you live by what you see as virtuous and relevant, you spend your days thinking about and acting toward what you value. If you add self-compassion to the equation, it’s an unworried and unhurried existence because it doesn’t require you to meet any standard outside yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). ough you know things outside of you cannot provide you with ultimate happiness,the world counteracts with strong and constant messages to the contrary, mostly to get you to buy things. It brings you good fortune to calm your inner perceptions and reactions. You will achieve e ective and joyful states.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll answer a calling. You’ll know where you belong and how to get there. It doesn’t make a lot of sense to travel in the herd. e herd only goes where the herd is going. You’re going somewhere else. Plot your course and then choose your guides, but give yourself exibility by traveling solo or in a very small group.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Boredom is an invitation from the universe to gure out what exactly is keeping you where you are. Is it an emotional tether or a contractual chain? A family obligation or a social expectation? is week brings a chance to wiggle, maneuver, buy or y your way out. Once free, there’s no shortage of things to do.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Often when you talk about experiences, you realize they cannot properly be recounted with words. is is part of what drives you to keep creating new experiences with people. e only thing better than telling the story is living it. You’ll be very fortunate in your dreaming, scheming and planning.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). If you had no concern for the future, you would be unable to set yourself up for good tomorrows. When stressful thoughts come up, thank your inner worrier, then decide if it brings up anything actionable. If so, you’ll act immediately. If not, you’ll change your focus to what you want and move right along.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAY

It seems logical that happiness, like other states of mind, could be achieved through a process that, once learned, could always be recreated. Not so. Happiness is a shape-shifter who never takes the same form twice. And so, this year is an adventure in which happiness greets you in new and exciting incarnations. You’ll challenge yourself to achieve a physical or mental goal, and new people come onto your scene to help with it. More highlights: You’ll invest in yourself and your team and enjoy building together. Your loyalty will be rewarded. You’ll accept an honor.

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Puppy love

Solution: 16 Letters

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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 16 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

Puppy love

Solution: 16 Letters

Active Affenpinscher

Afghan Akita Alert

Bark

Beagle

Bichon frise

Briard

Chinese crested

Coat

Corgi

Digging

Dogs Family

Fearless Guide

Intelligent

Kennel

Litter

Love Loyal

Mongrel Nose

Papillon

Pets

Pharaoh hound

Playful

Poodle

Protect Pugs

Puppy Ridgeback

Skye

Spaniel

Toys

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Date: 3/1/23

By Steve Becker

the ace. East returned the ten of hearts, covered by the Q-K-A. South later lost a heart and a club, and so went down one.

On the surface, it seems that South did nothing wrong. He had four losers, and he lost them. But it is not that cut-and-dried. The fact is that South missed his cue when he covered East’s ten of hearts with the queen. He should have played the six instead!

Undoubtedly, he played the queen in the hope of finding East with the king. However, this was not a realistic view, since the defenders could have arranged for West to be on lead at trick three instead of East and would have done so if East had had the king of hearts. Their plays clearly indicated that West had the king.

The most difficult part of declarer play is to determine how the defenders’ cards are divided and where specific key cards are located. Fortunately, there are clues in almost every hand that should enable declarer to attain the best result possible if he puts forth a maximum effort.

Consider this case where South failed to take advantage of a significant clue. West led the king of diamonds, which held, and continued with the ten, won by East with

Tomorrow:

Had South played the six on the ten, he could have made the contract by taking the ace, drawing trump, ruffing a diamond in dummy, cashing the A-K of clubs and then leading a heart to the queen.

West would take the king, but, with only hearts and diamonds left, he would be forced to return one or the other. This would allow declarer to ruff in dummy while discarding his remaining club, and the seemingly unmakeable contract would come sailing home.

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SURROATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEWYORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent

TO: NYS Attorney General and any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirsat-law and next-of-kin of the said YVONNE POULTON, aka YVONNE E. POULTON, deceased, and if any of the said above distributees named specifically or as a class bedead, their legal representatives, their husbands

or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained,

A petition having been duly filed by RAYMOND JUDE ELLMER who is domiciled at 560 West Broadway, Apt. 6A, Long Beach, New York 11561

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on April 5, 2023, at 9:30 o’lock in the forenoon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of YVONNE POULTON, aka YVONNE E. POULTON lately domiciled at 30 High Street, Roslyn Heights, New York 11577, United States admitting to probate a Will dated July 28, 2005, a copy of which is attached, as the Will of YVONNE POULTON deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that:

[X] Letters Testamentary issue to: RAYMOND JUDE ELLMER

[ ] Letters of Trusteeship issue to:

Letters of Administration c.t.a. issue to:

[ ] Further relief requested (if any):

Dated, Attested and Sealed, 1/30/23

Seal HON. MARGARET C. REILLY Chief Clerk DEBRA KELLER LEIMBACH RAYMOND JUDE ELLMER, ESQ.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Incorporated Village of Flower Hill will hold a Regular Meeting and the following new public hearings on Monday, March 6. 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 1 Bonnie Heights Road, Manhasset, NY:

1. Proposed Local Law A -2023 “Regulating Signs in the Right of Way”

2. Proposed Local Law B2022 “Amend section 172-11 “Property Maintenance”

3. Proposed Local Law C-2023 “Amending Chapter 235, Wireless Telecommunication Facilities”

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5. Proposed Local Law E – 2023 “Amend 158-2(P) ‘Noise’ referring to federal holidays”

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would prevent them from participating in said hearing should notify Ronnie Shatzkamer, Village Clerk, at (516) 627-5000 in sufficient time to permit such arrangements to be made to enable such persons to participate in said hearing. By Order of the Board of Trustees Ronnie Shatzkamer, Village Administrator Flower Hill, New York Dated: March 1, 2023

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The Greater Roslyn Chamber of Commerce recently performed a ribbon cutting for new business and new member Concierge Pediatrics, located at 1520 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn, located in the same shopping center as Mexican restaurant Besito.

The facility has kid-friendly murals in the exam rooms. Dr. Jonathan Jassey and Dr. Sharon Somekh are Board-Certified Pediatricians who welcome families looking for more out of their pediatrician. Concierge Pediatrics offers same-day appointments and longer exam times. One of the many perks is an app that allows families to, for example, look inside the child’s ear so that the pediatrician can determine if the child has an ear infection without having to come into the office.

Roslyn Chamber board members in attendance were Mimi Howard, president;

Barbara Kaplan, VP of marketing and public relations; Kate Lumetta, Alicia Brown, Graciela Hall, and Howie Mann.

Koppel Appointed To AFA Advisory Board

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) announced the appointment of Jeremy Koppel, M.D. to its Medical, Scientific & Memory Screening Advisory Board. Dr. Koppel is a longtime physician specializing in geriatric psychiatry and Co-Director at the Litwin-Zucker Center for the Study of Alzheimer’s Disease at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research at Northwell Health, in Manhasset.

AFA’s Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board is comprised of leading experts in the care, research and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. AFA relies on advisory board members for expert insight and opinions on scientific issues surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well assistance with the development of AFA policies, programs and advocacy efforts related to research and care.

“Dr. Jeremy Koppel is a leading and distinguished researcher and physician who has devoted to his professional career to making a difference for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President

and CEO. “His three decades of experience in research and patient care, together with his passion for helping others, will make him a valuable addition to AFA’s Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board. We are proud to welcome him to our team.”

Dr. Koppel said, “I am honored by the opportunity to serve on the Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. I look forward to working together with esteemed leaders in the field who are currently serving on the board with the aim of amplifying new research and improving the lives of patients and families suffering with Alzheimer’s disease.”

Dr. Koppel’s clinical research is focused on providing a new framework for the exploration of novel treatments for psychosis in Alzheimer’s disease. He and his team explore the underlying causes of some of the more disturbing behaviors associated with Alzheimer’s disease, including agitation, hallucinations and aggression, as a means for identifying ways to treat them. Their main area of research has been searching

Elected officials who joined us and provided citations were Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Assemblymember Gina Sillitti, and Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton.

Pictured here are local officials and chamber members with Concierge Pediatrics physicians.

More Ribbon Cuttings For A Bustling Roslyn Students In The News

—Submitted by the Roslyn Chamber of Commerce

Serena S. Koshy and Andrew N. Margaritis of Albertson and Vanessa Toscano of Roslyn were all named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester at Fairfield (CT) University.

In order to be placed on the Dean’s List, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours in a semester, have no outstanding or incomplete grades for that semester, and have attained a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better.

—Submitted by Fairfield University

for the reasons why a normal brain becomes a brain with Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Koppel is also an Associate Professor in the Institute of Molecular Medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research at Northwell Health, Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and a geriatric psychiatrist at the Zucker Hillside Hospital.

Dr. Koppel has published numerous research papers and earned awards for his research, including the New York Institute of Chemists Award, the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) Fellowship Award, the Herbert and Rosalie Greenberg Award for Excellence in Geriatric Psychiatry,

Castle Connolly Top Doctor, and Northwell Health System Teacher of the Year. He was also named in New York Magazine 2019 “Best Doctors” issue for geriatric psychiatry.

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America offers numerous programs and services to families affected by Alzheimer’s disease, including a Helpline staffed entirely by licensed social workers which is available seven days a week by phone (866-232-8484), text message (646-586-5283), and web chat (www.alzfdn.org). Additional information about the services is available by calling AFA at 866-232-8484 or visiting www.alzfdn.org.

—Submitted by Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

(Photos courtesy the Greater Roslyn Chamber of Commerce.)

Robert Coles Chapman

Robert Coles Chapman died peacefully on February 20 at the age of 70, almost 71. Despite a host of disabilities and several illnesses, he usually had a cheerful disposition and enjoyed making puns. He always said that he had his maternal grandfather’s sense of humor. His main passion was Fabergé eggs and he had several books on that topic, his favorite of which was falling apart from frequent perusal. Early on, an assistant to the rst judge who handled Robert’s case gave him an imitation Fabergé egg, which pleased him. His church friends gave him another one, one Christmas, to his delight. Robert was very social and had the most gentle voice.

Robert’s mother found several interesting ancestors in her study of the family genealogy. His paternal great-great-great-great-grandfather, Robert Allen, served in Co. A of Vermont’s Green Mountain Boys, commanded by cousin Ethan Allen, during the Revolutionary War. Robert’s paternal great-great-grandfather, Abiel Kibbe, served under General William Sherman during the Civil War. Robert’s maternal greatgrandfather, James K. Davis, was a prominent citizen of Roslyn and one of the founders of Trinity Episcopal Church there. His parents, both deceased, were Jean (née Davis) and Allan Chapman.

Folk Singer-Songwriter David Wilcox Carries His ‘Musical Medicine’ Back To The Concert Stage

Folk singer-songwriters have long been recognized for creating music that plays like hearts hanging on the sleeves of love, life, and everything in between. They are observers of the human condition, of the world around them, and of the intersection between the two. As listeners and even admirers, we frequently see ourselves in those lyrics. Their music is indeed universal.

Veteran folk singer-songwriter David Wilcox certainly has the pedigree. The Ohio native with the warm baritone first came to the attention of audiences and critics when he won the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival in 1988. Thirty-plus years and twenty-plus albums later, Wilcox won top honors in the 23rd annual USA Songwriting Competition in 2018 for his effervescent “We Make the Way by Walking” from his most recent album release, The View From the Edge. In between, he’s earned praise in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, The Los Angeles Times, and Rolling Stone, to name a few.

And like all folk singer-songwriters worth their lyrics and melodies, Wilcox shines before an intimate audience. He returns to the stage March 10 at 7:30 pm, at Soulful Sundown Concerts at the Unitarian Universalist

Congregation of Shelter Rock, 48 Shelter Rock Road, Manhasset. Admission is free; all ages are welcome.

It is music, whether performed live before an audience or recorded for posterity, that Wilcox deems cathartic, even medicinal. In fact, if you check out his website, you’ll find a “Musical Medicine” section that features songs ready to heal heartbreak, depression and addiction. But also, there are songs to appreciate life, beauty, and “enjoying the bliss of the moment.”

That, in essence, is the power of original folk music. Wilcox taps into the reveries of humanity and turns out vignettes that we can all relate to. But most important, these are tunes that make us feel, think, laugh, and cry. And even at its most deeply personal, Wilcox’s songs are universal.

“I’m grateful to music,” he says. “I have a life that feels deeply good, but when I started playing music, nothing in my life felt that good. I started to write songs because I wanted to find a way to make my life feel as good as I felt when I heard a great song. I don’t think I’d be alive now if it had not been for music.”

—Submitted by By Mario Tarradell, Michael J. Media

Robert is survived by his half sister Betty Hayner, paternal cousins Bonnie Hobbs and Paula Purcell, and maternal cousins Ann Ringia and Deborah Sears.

Robert was able to stay in his beloved, familiar home, where he had lived since 1960 with his mother and grandmother following his parents’ divorce, due to several factors which came together. His mother’s sister, Doris Sears, paid o the tax lien when the house was about to be sold out from under him and her elder daughter, Ann, was appointed by the Supreme Court of Nassau County to be his legal guardian in 2011. A huge factor was the constancy of his loyal caregivers: Beverley Zamore, Octavia George, Roger Grand-Pierre, Jeanne Bien-Aime, Janet Lambert, and Noureen Zeeshan. He had 24-hour care in recent years. Beverley had worked with Robert since January 2012. He called her “Bevs” and trusted her completely. Robert’s family is extremely grateful for all of their kindness. Other people crucial to Robert’s well-being were Terry Scheiner, guardianship attorney; Valerie Gaus, psychologist specializing in adults who have autism; Kathleen Quinn, his care manager; Linda Wilk, his Medicaid services coordinator; and Elizabeth Purtz and Shane Winkler, who were in charge of his case at Independent Support Services. These people helped his cousin Ann keep Robert in his home. Kathleen was the heroic one who got Medicaid to pay for round-the-clock care. Robert’s family is grateful for all the Medicaid services he received from the State of New York and all the good treatment he received at St. Francis Hospital of Roslyn during numerous stays over the years and at the Sands Point Center in his nal days.

Robert’s life was also enhanced by his church, Trinity Episcopal, where his mother used to sing in the choir. Reverends Margaret Peckham Clark, Joanne Izzo, and George Sherrill were very involved with Robert. Church member Helen Oehrlein, recently deceased, faithfully visited Robert every week for a number of years. She and Beverley became good friends. Other church members, Ann and Manual Mingorance, were very generous to Ann and her husband, Fred Ringia, on some of their numerous guardianship visits. Beverley and Ann were a team throughout the whole time - family forever! In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Trinity Episcopal Church

1579 Northern Blvd., Roslyn, NY 11576

David Wilcox plays at the Unitarian Universalist Church on March 10.

(Photo by Lynne Harty)

Town Announces 2023 Home Sustainability Workshops And Rain Barrel & Composter Sales

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board are pleased to announce that the Town will once again be offering Home Sustainability Workshops as well as the sales of rain barrels and compost bins to Town residents this March.

“The Home Sustainability Workshops introduce residents to a variety of ways to make their home yard more environmentally friendly,” Supervisor DeSena said. “I believe the Town plays an important role as an environmental steward for the next generation and I strongly believe that programs like this one will help ensure a healthy environment now and in the future.”

“These workshops are so important toward creating a greener future for all. They provide residents with the knowledge they need to make choices about their daily habits that can help reduce their carbon footprint,” said Councilmember Lurvey. “By learning about sustainability or adding a rain barrel and composter to your home the Town is empowering residents to take small yet impactful actions towards preserving our planet.”

The workshops will educate residents on ways they can maintain their landscapes for both human and environmental health. This year’s workshops will be held virtually through Zoom. They are free for all, including non-residents, but registration is required. The following workshops being offered are: Sustainable Yard Care: Wednesday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Find out how you can make your yard more sustainable by composting, using a rain barrel, saving water, creating wildlife habitat, using alternatives to pesticides, applying fertilizer properly and more! Your yard can look great and be healthy for the environment!

Native Plant Gardening: Wednesday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m.

Native plant gardens help to conserve water, reduce fertilizers and pesticides, and provide food and habitat for wildlife, like pollinators. The president of the Long Island Native Plant Initiative explains how to create native plant gardens in the home landscape.

Creating Rain Gardens: Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m.

Discover how to install these gardens that reduce stormwater pollution and flooding, recharge and purify our drinking water, and provide food and habitat for wildlife.

Rain Barrel and Composter Sales Composting and using a rain barrel are two great ways to help the environment from your own backyard. Compost provides valuable plant nutrients, reduces waste, and

lessens or eliminates the need for synthetic fertilizers. Rain barrels collect rainwater that can be used for outdoor irrigation and help to conserve water use, allow users to save money, and reduce stormwater pollution.

The Town will have composters and rain barrels available for purchase at a discounted fee of $50 each (1 each per household). These items are only available to Town of North Hempstead residents at a first come, first served basis (ID is required). Please note there is a limited number of each item. Sales will be held at Clark Botanic Garden in Albertson.

For more information, dates of rain barrel and composter sales and to register for a workshop visit northhempsteadny.gov/ sustainability or call 311.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Crime Victim and Student Advocates Join Together To Demand Immediate Passage Of Kyra’s Law To End Child Murders During Custody Proceedings

How many more children must die during child custody and visitation proceedings in New York’s courts before systems are put in place to protect children during this potentially dangerous time? This is the question asked multiple times today by Jacqueline Franchetti, whose daughter Kyra was murdered by her abusive father, student advocates dedicated to the passage of Kyra’s Law, and representatives from local and statewide crime victim organizations.

According to published media reports, 22 children have been murdered by an abusive parent in New York since 2016. This includes Kyra Franchetti, who was ordered by the court to have unsupervised visits with her father, despite repeated reports and eyewitness accounts of his anger and rage issues, suicidal ideation, stalking and history of coercive tactics and abuse. Days after the court granted her abusive father overnight visits, Kyra was shot to death while she slept.

Avocates called on Governor Hochul and the Legislature to immediately approve Kyra’s Law, a bill that would require the court to assess a child’s life and safety at the initiation of child custody court proceedings, prioritize a child’s safety when making decisions regarding final orders of child custody and visitation, and significantly

enhance training for judges on domestic violence, child abuse and child sexual abuse.

Jacqueline Franchetti, Kyra’s Mom and Founder of Kyra’s Champions: “Every day, the school bus drives by my house and Kyra is not on it. Kyra should be in third grade. Instead of packing her lunch and sending her to school, I bring flowers to her grave. Kyra is one of 23 children to be murdered by their own parent during a custody case, divorce or separation in New York State since 2016. 23 children. 23 burials. 23 lives needlessly taken. I’m calling on the New York State Senate and Assembly to immediately pass Kyra’s Law, and for

Governor Hochul to sign this into law. This desperately needed law employs common sense to protect children from abusive and murderous parents. It has been 6 1/2 years since Kyra was murdered, and our courts are still ordering children into homes where they are beaten, raped, and emotionally destroyed at epidemic rates. The child custody crisis is the epidemic that will outlast the current pandemic until legislative changes, like Kyra’s Law, are enacted.”

“I am honored to once again stand with Kyra’s mother, Jacqueline Franchetti, to advocate for the passage of Kyra’s Law. This critically important, bipartisan legislation will provide greater protections to New York’s children and families by making needed changes to the state’s Family Court system. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to sponsor and help pass Kyra’s Law this year.” Senator Anthony Palumbo, co-sponsor of Kyra’s Law, said.

“Kyra’s Law would be a critical step forward in protecting victims of domestic violence and their children. It is a commonsense proposal to address the inadequacies, inequities, and injustices of the current Family Court System.” Jennifer Rowland, Director of Education at The Safe Center, said.

—Submitted by Kyra’s Champions

The Town has composters and rain barrels available for purchase.

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