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Building A Community Through Gardening Syosset Garden Club seeks more members

JENNIFER CORR

The Syosset Garden Club is not just a group of “ladies who lunch.”

Though they do eat lunch at meetings, they’re a group of people of all ages, coming from near and far, who educate themselves on the environment and methods of gardening, as well as a group who helps the community through initiatives like providing Meals on Wheels holiday centerpieces.

“We make little arrangements, Christmas arrangements, that we donate to Meals on Wheels,” said longtime member and past president of the club Bonnie O’Connell. “We make 100 of them. They put them on the people’s trays for the Christmas holidays. And it’s green, so it lasts throughout the season.”

They are a welcoming group of people where friendship comes easy.

Formed on Nov. 6, 1948, the Syosset Garden Club is a member of the National Council of State Garden Clubs, which is based in St. Louis, MO. and the Federated Garden Clubs of New York State based in Albany. The club meets once a month at the The Farm at Oyster Bay, located on Split Rock Road in Syosset.

Joining the club in 1993, O’Connell can remember a time that the club looked much different. Meetings used to take place at members’ houses, and tea time and flower arranging were certainly essential.

“We’re trying to get more involved in the community and we try to help out here on the farm,” said Anna Zakhary, the president of the Syosset Garden Club. She joined in 2013. “We try to have some activities with the Girl Scouts who meet here, something where they could get a badge. We had a member who passed away three years ago and we all loved her, so we planted a large bush in her honor, and we did that with the Girl Scouts.”

The Syosset Garden Club has also been working with the Syosset Public Library. Zakhary said the garden club grew interested in forming a partnership with the library after the “Seed Library” was established during the pandemic.

“There’s a program through garden clubs to engage younger kids to be a little bit more aware of the environment where they have a backpack and there’s a book about a frog that’s geared towards kids about five years old,” said O’Connell. “We put in some

seeds and some of those little containers where you can grow plants in. Kids can take out the backpack [from the library] and of course they can keep the seeds and the plant and make that with their mom. There’s a magnifying glass to look at plants and bugs. They read the book, and return it. And then another child can take it out.”

And part of the Syosset Garden Club’s dues go towards scholarships and donations for organizations and local gardens.

The National Council of State Garden Clubs and Federated Garden Clubs of New York State also supports international and national environmental organizations like Water for South Sudan and Penny Pines.

“It’s another way that garden club ladies are doing more than just having tea,” O’Connell said.

During the meeting, members will take part in workshops like floral design, container gardening, aromatherapy and “form-

ing pollinator pathways.” Sometimes special guests, such as the Cornell Cooperative Extension, speak at workshops. Members also partake in a business meeting and then they enjoy lunch, courtesy of that meeting’s “hostesses,” which rotate between members. Hostesses are expected to provide beverages, lunch (which can be sandwiches, salads and anything else the team of hostesses decide on) and to arrive early and stay late to help set up and clean up.

Sometimes the garden club will also make themed flower arrangements and take field trips to community gardens.

“I’m the environmental chairlady,” said O’Connell, who is involved in other local environmental initiatives. “At each meeting I give a discussion about some aspect of the environment, trying to make people more aware and more involved.”

Zakhary added that the club is moving in a direction that’s more focused on the environment.

“Garden clubs have a long history of being involved with environmental issues,” O’Connell said. “It may interest you to know that when Teddy Roosevelt was opening the first National Park, garden club ladies were among the leaders of pushing that project.”

The club has continued to stay strong, with members continuing to stay in touch even during a hiatus caused by the pandemic.

“I became like a blogger,” said O’Connell. “I was blogging stuff to the group. Then we’d communicate back and forth to each other, ‘who read a good book?’ Stuff that people were doing in their gardens. We stuck together through the pandemic in that way.”

Anyone can join the Syosset Garden Club, regardless of where they live, what gender they are, what age they are and even if they don’t garden at home, though having some interest in plants and the environment is certainly recommended as that’s the main topic of discussion.

“Even some people who are not really gardeners enjoy coming also, because there’s so much knowledge,” Zakhary said. “There’s so much to learn when you come here. We try to make it as interesting as possible... We do want to encourage new members.”

Those interested can come to three meetings before deciding to commit.

“There’s just a nice feeling in the club,” O’Connell said. “It’s not cliquey at all.”

Zakhary added that there’s no egos in the club and it operates as a democracy. “It’s comfortable,” Zakhary said.

To learn more about the Syosset Garden Club and how to attend a meeting, call Zakhary at 516-728-3217.

Anna Zakhary, the president of the Syosset Garden Club, left, and longtime member and past president of the club Bonnie O’Connell. (Photos by Jennifer Corr)

The Syosset Garden Club meets at The Farm at Oyster Bay.

A Memorial Day Tribute To Syosset-Woodbury’s Fallen Servicemen

BY TOM MONTALBANO editors@antonnews.com

This is the third part of a series honoring 21 young men from the Syosset-Woodbury community who lost their lives in three wars that defined the past hundred years.

World War II (1939-1945):

Scores of Syosset-Woodbury men and women contributed to the war effort, whether as foot soldiers, sailors, pilots, nurses, or homeland defense volunteers. Tragically, 14 young Syosset-Woodbury men lost their lives.

The following will discuss seven of these men. The next edition in the May 31 issue will discuss six men from Syosset who died in the Vietnam War.

Sgt. Vladimir “John” Kozak, US Army Kozak was a half-brother to Karol Wozniak, founder of the original Syosset Auto Body shop, which still stands next to today’s Memorial Park. As a member of Company B, 36th Engineers Regiment, Combat Division, his responsibility was to support Allied amphibious landings by building bridges, digging trenches, and preparing beachfronts. On March 18, 1944, during a beachfront assault in Anzio, Italy, 27-year-old Kozak was cut down by enemy fire while attempting to rescue

Bomber Squadron, 450th Bomber Group, a highly distinguished unit known for its effective use of the B-24 Liberator Heavy Bomber in decisive battles in Southern France, the Balkans, and Italy. Lanoir’s aircraft went missing on March 24, 1944 during a mission over the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Italy. Shortly afterward, he was declared dead. While his body was never recovered, he is honored with a memorial at the Florence American Cemetery in Toscana, Italy.

PFC Steven Zimma, US Army

Zimma left for basic training in December of 1942 and eventually rose to the rank of Private First Class/Specialist, serving with the renowned US Army 12th Infantry, 4th Division as a field medic. In the summer of 1944, he, along with thousands of other young American soldiers, headed toward the coast of Normandy, France to attempt a major assault on Hitler’s occupying German army. This brutal, bloody three-month operation altered the course of WWII and set the stage for the eventual collapse and surrender of the Nazis. While he was fortunate to survive the initial storming of Normandy

assault on Italian forces near Castelfafi, Tuscani. In an effort to slow the advance of Allied troops, the enemy had destroyed key bridges and roadways and had peppered the landscape with German-made Schu-42 TNT landmines, hard-to-detect but easy-to-trip wood-encased explosive devices that had been deployed by the Axis throughout Europe. During a pre-dawn advance on July 18, 1944, Nalback and several members of his company had a fatal encounter with a heavily fortified mine field. He is buried at the Florence American Cemetery in Toscana, Italy.

PFC Edwin Pemberton Taylor III, US Army

Taylor III entered the US Army in May of 1943. The following year, he received a Purple Heart for wounds he had suffered during combat in France. Back on the frontline with the US 7th Army in Germany, Taylor III took part in a fierce, decisive battle on March 29, 1945 in which the Allies ultimately took Frankfurt, Mannheim, and Heidelberg. Unfortunately, he was killed in action and did not survive the encounter to see the fruits of his unit’s labor. He is buried at the Lorraine American Cemetery in Lorraine, France. To honor their fallen son, Taylor III’s parents

aboard the USS Lagarto submarine just off the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia on May 4, 1945 when the sub was ambushed and destroyed by the Japanese minelayer, Hatsutaka. Eightyeight American seamen, including Anker, lost their lives in the attack, and the Lagarto was not recovered until 2005, when divers discovered it below 230 feet of water in the Gulf of Thailand. Anker is buried at the Manila American Cemetery in the Philippines.

John Weidner, US Navy

Weidner enlisted in the service sometime before or during 1939, when he was roughly 19 years old. As the war raged in Europe and Syosset citizens began to anticipate US involvement, Weidner’s mother organized one of the first Advanced First Aid courses for homeland defense, teaching wound care and treatment to local men and women in her living room. Weidner was one of five sailors from Syosset stationed at the Pearl Harbor US Naval Base on the morning of December 7, 1941 when Imperial Japanese bombers executed a surprise attack that ultimately destroyed 188 U.S. aircraft and killed more than 2,300 Americans. Weidner and his Syosset comrades survived the attack to continue

Steve Zimma (Archived photos curated by Tom Montalbano)

Edwin Pemberton Taylor III

Charles Anker

Memorial Day is Monday, May 29.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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FRIDAY, MAY 26

Movie: The Way We Were

The Syosset Public Library Theater, 225 South Oyster Bay Road, will be playing The Way We Were from 2 to 4 p.m. A tumultuous relationship between an effusive woman (Barbra Streisand) and a reticent conservative man (Robert Redford) begins on a college campus in 1937, and struggles to remain intact throughout the coming decades. Oscars went to the title song and Marvin Hamlisch’s score. This movie is rated PG and is 118 minutes long.

MONDAY, MAY 29

Memorial Day Parade

e Gus Scutari VFW post 6394 will host the Memorial Day parade in Syosset stepping o at 10 a.m. e parade will be followed by a ceremony at the Memorial Park (Gus Scutari Way) located at the corner of Jackson Ave and Underhill Blvd.

TUESDAY, MAY 30

Morning Mystery Book Discussion

Join Donna Burger, Readers’ Services Librarian at the Syosset Public Library, for a Morning Mystery Book Discussion of The

Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. The event will take place at 11 a.m. at the Syosset Public Library, 225 S Oyster Bay Road. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk. No registration is necessary.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31

In-Person: Wire Heart Jewelry Class

From 10:30 to 12:30 a.m. join the Syosset Public Library, 225 S Oyster Bay Road, for a wire making jewelry class. Each person will make their own heart necklace, customizing it to match your personality. The class is $5, And all art materials are supplied. Register at syossetlibrary. org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

Meet the Artists’ Reception: Independent Art Society Juried Art Exhibit

The public is invited to view art and meet the artists in the Meeting Room at the Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane in Jericho,

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O’Keeffe: To See Takes Time with Professor Thomas Germano

Best known for her flower paintings, O’Keefe also made an extraordinary series of preliminary multi-media drawings. Throughout a long and prolific career, she revisited and reworked the same subjects, developing, repeating and transforming motifs that bridge observation and abstraction. Professor Germano will conduct a visual lecture about the artist and her work in the MoMa’s exhibition on display through Aug. 12, 2023. This is a virtual event from the Jericho Public Library that will take place from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Register at jericholibrary.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

One Day Book Sale

Come to the Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane in Jericho, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a book sale of discarded

books and other items. In case of inclement weather, the sale will be held in the Meeting Room. Items must be paid in cash.

ONGOING EVENTS:

The Milleridge Cruisin’ Thursdays Rev your engines and cruise over on Thursdays to the Milleridge Inn, 585 N Broadway, Jericho, at 3 p.m. This event will have you feeling like you’re in the movie Grease. But don’t be a drag, make sure your ride is looking sharp before you show up. In addition to seeing some sweet rides, you’ll get to enjoy some delicious eats. For more information, call 516-931-2201.

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Memorial Day: Remember The Fallen

AMANDA OLSEN

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On May 29, the United States will observe Memorial Day, which is a day set aside to remember the men and women who have died while serving in the US military. This observance began shortly after the civil war but was not made an official federal holiday until 1971. Originally known as Decoration Day, it is often celebrated with parades and services. Families also barbecue and gather, since it unofficially marks the beginning of summer.

The Origin of Decoration Day

Even before the Civil War ended, women’s groups across much of the South were gathering informally to decorate the graves of Confederate dead. In April 1886, the Ladies Memorial Association of Columbus, Georgia, resolved to commemorate the fallen once a year—a decision that seems to have influenced John Logan to follow suit. However, southern commemorations were rarely held on one standard day, with observations differing by state and spread out across much of the spring and early summer.

The Civil War killed more Americans than any other war in US history. When the war ended in 1865, the great number of dead soldiers required the establishment of national cemeteries. Within a matter of years, the survivors were visiting these sites for springtime remembrances, where they left flowers and recited prayers. One of these commemorations was organized in Charleston, South Carolina, by a group of formerly enslaved people immediately after the confederacy’s surrender. Despite this, according to the federal government, the

birthplace of Memorial Day is Waterloo, New York, where a large, annual community-wide event began May 5, 1866. The town closed businesses and gathered to place flowers and flags on the graves of fallen servicemen.

Shortly thereafter, on May 5, 1868, General John A. Logan, the leader of an organization of Civil War Veterans, began a campaign to declare May 30 a national day of remembrance. The date of Decoration Day, as he called it, was chosen because it wasn’t the anniversary of any particular battle. On the first Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, and 5,000 participants decorated the graves of the 20,000 Civil War soldiers buried there.

Within 22 years, every northern state had made Decoration Day an official state holiday. Southern states continued to mark their own observances until after World War 1.

The Holiday Evolves

Originally, the holiday only honored those killed in the Civil War. But after the United States became involved in other grave conflicts, the holiday evolved to honor the nation’s military personnel who died in all wars.

For decades, Memorial Day continued to be observed on May 30, the date General Logan had selected for the first Decoration Day. But in 1968, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which established Memorial Day as the last Monday in May in order to create a three-day weekend for federal employees. The change went into effect in 1971. The same law also declared Memorial Day a federal holiday.

The move has not been without controversy, though. Veterans groups, concerned that more Americans associate the holiday with first long weekend of the summer and not its intended purpose to honor the nation’s war dead, continue to lobby for a return to the May 30 observances. For more than 20 years, their cause was championed by Hawaiian Senator—and decorated World

“In Flanders Fields”

by John McCrae

In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky

The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.

Flags mark the graves of fallen soldiers. (Photo by Robert Linder on Unsplash)

War II veteran—Daniel Inouye, who until his 2012 death reintroduced legislation in support of the change at the start of every Congressional term.

Memorial Day Traditions

Many towns and cities across the US celebrate Memorial Day with parades that feature veteran’s organizations and military personnel. Many people wear red poppies

Parades and Ceremonies

Manhasset American Legion

Memorial Day Parade

May 29. 10 a.m.

Plandome Road from Plandome Court to Memorial Place

The American Legion will place a wreath at the Gold Star Monument on Plandome Road.

concludes at Mary Jane Davies Green for Memorial Service

United Veterans Organization (UVO) Memorial Day Ceremony

May 28, 10 a.m.

Ceremony will also unveil the new Iraq/ Afghanistan Memorial and Statue.

Eisenhower Park, Veterans Memorial Plaza

Mineola Fire Department Memorial Day Parade

May 29, 11:00 a.m.

Annual parade followed by a ceremony at Mineola Memorial Park

Starts at the corner of Union Street and Westbury Avenue

West on Westbury Avenue to Roslyn Road

North on Roslyn Road to Jericho Turnpike

West on Jericho Turnpike to Marcellus Road

South on Marcellus Road to Memorial Park

The Carle Place American Legion Parade

May 29, 10:00 a.m.

At the corner of Jamaica Blvd. and Westbury Ave.

East on Westbury Ave. to Carle Road and Westbury Ave.

Carle Place Veterans Memorial Park Memorial Service at approximately 10:30am.

New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce Parade

May 27

9:30 Assembly at Southbound lane of Hillside Blvd and Jericho Tpke

10:00 Parade Starts

10:30 Wreath Laying Ceremony at front lawn of NHP Village Hall

as a symbol of remembrance for those who fell in foreign wars, a tradition inspired by a poem from World War I called “In Flanders Fields.” There are also parties and barbecues to mark the unofficial start of the summer season. While there are sometimes fireworks displays, this is usually considered inappropriate because it may trigger PTSD.

—with information from History.com

11:00 Memorial Day Ceremony

Memorial Park

Garden City Parade

May 29, 10:00 a.m.

Address: Monuments at the Gazebo by the Library

Village of East Williston

Memorial Day Ceremony

May 29, 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

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Parenting Tips For Summer

BY ERICA SCHIFANO

Summer vacation! This phrase can evoke both parental joy and trepidation. On one hand, it can be a relief to sleep in a bit, relax at home in the mornings and plan family time together. On the other hand, too much free time may lead to bored, restless kids.

Active Parenting Fosters Healthy Families

Hands on parenting plays an outsized role in fostering positive child/parents connections, benefitting family dynamics no matter what your family situation is like. Most of us do not have the ability of spending every summer day with our children but with a degree of planning, it’s relatively easy to come up with inexpensive, fun activities that will keep your family busy, create memorable moments, and foster the conversations and relationships that play an integral role in long-term communication with your children.

Get your kids involved in planning!

Hands-on parenting requires putting your devices away during an activity and asking your kids to do the same. Be sure to include your children in planning your days together- ask them what they want to do and explore some new interests with them. If they have a hand in the plan, they’ll be more interested and receptive to the activity. It

can be helpful to plan out the week’s program as a family on Sunday. Make a list of meals for the week or outdoor activities for nice weather enjoyment as well as indoor activities for the inevitable rainy day. Your local library is a fabulous resource for free, fun and educational opportunities and a wonderful place to meet other parents and children.

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schedule for “Animal Week” might include bird watching, hopping a fishing boat at Captree or walking the shore at north or south shore beaches. Visits early and later in the day yield greater rewards with wildlife viewing, not to mention technicolor sunsets. If it’s rainy, watch The Lion King, for example, or do an animal craft. The internet offers hundreds of inexpensive craft ideas-children also have a wonderful imagination!

The Great Indoors

Rainy days at home can be relaxing and fun, perfect for baking a special treat, cooking a meal together, working on a jigsaw puzzle, arts & crafts, playing a board game or even making up their own board game! These activities encourage conversation, skill development and bring a satisfying end result. Selecting a movie or two that the family can enjoy together is much less expensive than an outing to a movie theater. Check out your local library’s book collection and introduce one of your childhood favorites to your kids. It’s a great way to talk about your own childhood and how it is different or similar to your children’s experiences. Don’t forget to pop your own popcorn or create a special snack.

The Great Outdoors

Families from all over the world visit Long Island beaches, parks and spend a day in New York City. You should too!

The Long Island’s Children’s Museum, the

Nassau County Museum of Art’s sculpture garden, the Planting Fields Arboretum, Old Westbury Gardens and many other beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces are just a few of the places for inexpensive family fun. You may be able to reserve free passes at your local library.

Think back to your own childhood and what you enjoyed as a kid. Remember the fun you had riding your bike, rollerblades or scooter? Long Island has many parks and family friendly bike trails. A destination adds enjoyment and interest. How about a lemonade stand? The website Playworks www.playworks.org/ offers plenty of fun games and ideas for groups of all sizes.

When you want to stay closer to home, try water balloons, sprinklers, or a chalk art contest. Planting an easy to grow garden of flowers and vegetables can encourage a lifelong interest in gardening.

While there is no shortage of summer fun on Long Island, its important to remember to keep a regular bedtime for your kids. If kids stay up too late and sleep in every morning, the transition to school will be more difficult.

The summer days are precious. Start making your plans for a memorable summer.

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COLUMNS

Look at Me

Jason and Dawn have been together for two years. They often defuse any arguments they have with comforting touch, such as a pat on the back or light touch on the shoulder. They have discussed the importance of this as a way to communicate that they are there for one another and love one another, even when in the middle of an argument. They have recently begun to explore other ways that they can remain connected, even when experiencing conflict. While touch can be an important component of relationships, as it helps partners bond and soothe one another, eye contact is also essential.

The Research

In a famous study conducted by Joan Kellerman, James Lewis, and James Laird (1989), participants were paired with strangers and

LOVE LESSONS

Marisa T. Cohen, PhD

were instructed to either look at each other’s hands, look into their eyes, or look into their eyes and focus on how many times their partner was blinking. Those who were looking into one another’s eyes (mutual gaze) reported more affection than the pairs in other conditions.

The Application

The study discussed above was conducted in a laboratory setting, and it’s not that likely that you and your partner will sit down at a table and gaze into one another’s eyes in the middle of a heated discussion, debate, or quickly escalating conflict. However, there are ways to be mindful about the way in which you connect (using your eyes) when interacting with one another. Many people, when feeling embarrassed or ashamed will glance down and away from their partners. When angry, you may scrunch up your eyes to look more serious (or menacing). For many, our emotions are clearly displayed on our faces. Be cognizant of how you and your partner connect with one another in terms of your eye contact next time you engage. Attempt to keep eye contact with

What is the Festival of Shavuot?

As over three million people congregated at the foot of Mount Sinai, after forty years of trudging through the desert, the defining moment in Jewish history occurred. Through dust and clouds, The Creator’s voice emanated across the masses and transmitted the Ten Commandments. With great seriousness, each person who bore witness to this grand mass revelation accepted the responsibility of keeping them. Beginning Thursday evening, May 25th, we celebrate this monumental experience with the holiday of Shavuot.

The Hebrew word shavuot means “weeks” in English and represents the seven weeks between the exodus from Egypt and the receiving of the Torah. Following the second day of Passover, we count the 49 days of the Omer and then celebrate Shavuot on the 50th day. On this holiday, Jewish people attempt to merge their spiritual selves with the spirit of the Divine and fortify their souls by accepting the Torah anew. In essence, on Shavuot, Jews reaffirm the declaration they made to The Almighty upon receiving the commandments: “We will do, and we will listen.”

Because King Solomon described the Torah as “sweet as milk and honey under the tongue,” many reminiscent traditions are undertaken during the Shavuot festival. Some people study Torah from Thursday night until sunrise

RABBI MOSHE WEISBLUM

and on Friday, Jews around the world assemble, just as they did over three thousand years ago, to hear the recitation of the Ten Commandments. Furthermore, it is customary to eat a dairy meal and recite Yizkor, the prayer of remembrance, on Shabbat morning. During those same morning prayer services, the Book of Ruth is read, in homage to the fact that, just as Jews loyally accepted the Torah at Mount Sinai, Ruth, a convert, demonstrated her willingness to take upon the tenets of the Jewish religion. As she told her motherin-law, Naomi, “Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people, and your G-d, my G-d.” Ruth was a young Moabite princess and her eventual conversion to Judaism earned her an important place in Jewish history. Generations later, the

your partner. This may be challenging at first, especially if this is something that you aren’t used to. Maintaining eye contact with one another not only communicates that you are engaged and interested in what your partner is saying, but as the research shows, can lead to feelings of affection. If this is too challenging to do when in the middle of a heated discussion, make sure that you end the conversation by having at least 30 seconds of uninterrupted eye contact, bonus points if you’re also holding one another’s hands.

Reference: Kellerman, J., Lewis, J., & Laird, J. D. (1989). Looking and loving: The effects of mutual gaze on feelings of romantic love. Journal of Research in Personality, 23(2), 145-161.

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union between the young Ruth and the 80-year-old Boaz would produce the brave King David, who is credited with building the first Temple. The Hebrew date upon which Shavuot falls also happens to be the day that King David, Ruth’s great-grandson, entered and exited the world. Samuel, the exulted biblical prophet, wrote the Book of Ruth as genealogical proof of his fine character.

My book, Ruth Talk: Questions and Answers on the Book of Ruth, is meant to be a companion to the Book of Ruth. Ruth Talk analyzes each segment of the four chapters in a way that brings the biblical characters to life and makes the story relevant to our time. My hope is that readers will come to see it as a powerful account of self-transformation, filled with elements of love, hope, fate and world reparation. Ruth Talk is written in an easy question-and-answer format that reveals timeless life lessons, nuanced meaning, and emotional depth, all found within the interpersonal challenges that our ancestors faced. I dearly wish people will pick up Ruth Talk

alongside the biblical Book of Ruth and have both an enriched reading experience and a soulful celebration of Shavuot festival because of it.

For this upcoming Festival of Shavuot, I’d like to give each person some encouragement: Each of us can figuratively ascend Mount Sinai. We may celebrate Shavuot once a year, but we experience Shavuot and reaffirm our allegiance to our Creator every time we take the Torah out of the ark, every time we listen to the reading of the Torah, and every time we engage in Torah study. This Shavuot, believe in your spiritual potential and make efforts to realize it. Find in your hearts the steadfast loyalty that Ruth possessed and watch yourselves become the recipients of untold spiritual reward. Perhaps your descendants will make priceless contributions to our future, as Ruth’s great-grandson, King David, did. Or perhaps you’ll find that just being a part of this journey, using our Torah as a blueprint and observing the commandments are all the fulfillment you need. Wishing all who celebrate a Happy Shavuot!

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Why Nassau Needs a Strong, Independent Inspector General’s Office

As a legislator who served during the height of corruption in Nassau County and witnessed the indictment of former Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, I know firsthand how important it is to have mechanisms in place to protect taxpayer money from the pitfalls of waste and fraud.

During the past few years, I have worked closely with my Minority Caucus colleagues to strengthen the integrity of Nassau’s procurement system and make the process of awarding contracts as fair and secure as possible. We did so by increasing the rigor of our contract reviews; requiring vendors to submit the names of all principals and any political contributions they have made; and mandating the disclosure of any violations

an applicant may have been issued. Soon after, we created the Office of the Inspector General and appointed the County’s first Inspector General, Jodi Franzese – a proud moment in my legislative career.

Operating as an independent official, the Inspector General and their team promote transparency and increase the accountability of County operations by reviewing each contract to detect and prevent waste, fraud, and the abuse of taxpayer money in Nassau County procurement.

Continued support for the Inspector General’s office is critical to further ensuring the integrity of our procurement system – one that encompasses hundreds of millions of dollars each year. However, it appears that

there are efforts being made to weaken this crucial County government watchdog.

After her four-year term expired at the end of 2022, the Inspector General worked for months without being reappointed by the Legislature, placing her and the entire office into an uncertain posture. Without the protection that being formally appointed by a bipartisan, 13-vote supermajority provides, the Inspector General’s ability to achieve its mission of serving as an independent watchdog is inherently weakened.

That is why the Minority Caucus introduced legislation in April to extend the Inspector General’s contract through 2026. Unfortunately, the Majority rejected our proposal, and the Inspector General recently

announced she will be leaving her position effective June 1.

Preserving and enhancing ethics safeguards like the Inspector General’s office will not only protect taxpayer money from waste, fraud, and abuse, it will also deter future bad actors and help to ensure that elected officials have all the information they need to reach informed decisions. The Minority Caucus will continue to fight tirelessly to dramatically improve the procurement process to make it more transparent, inclusive, and cost-effective – and it is essential for Nassau County to continue down this path.

Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, of Glen Cove, represents Nassau County’s 11th Legislative District.

PSEG Long Island Invites Students To Learn What It Takes To Be A Utility Worker

Whether it’s a blue-sky day or a stormy night, utility workers are on the job around the clock to keep the lights on. May was Electric Safety Month – an opportunity for PSEG Long Island to bring more than 50 students from Nassau BOCES to the PSEG Long Island Training Academy to teach them what it

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takes to be a utility worker. The students learned how PSEG Long Island provides safe, reliable power to the service area and how to be safe around electricity.

Students from Nassau BOCES toured the PSEG Long Island Training Academy with utility workers who will educate them about electricity, while touring the

five academies: substations, emergency services, underground and overhead lines, and meter maintenance. They also got a visual demonstration illustrating why it is important to stay away from downed power lines. The demonstration took place at the PSEG Long Island Training Academy in Hicksville, NY.

There was a climbing demonstration, visual demonstration on the dangers of working on and around high voltage wires, what to do if a power line falls on a car, home, or fence, and how wildlife can negatively interfere with power lines.

—Submitted by PSEG

ENTERTAINMENT & LIFESTYLE

Summertime Art: A list of upcoming exhibits at iconic museums

BY LONG ISLAND WEEKLY STAFF editors@antonnews.com

Museums are a great place to get out of the hot, summer air into air conditioning. They are also great places to see some amazing art. Here is a list of museums in Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn and Manhattan that have exciting exhibits coming up this summer. What these museums have to offer is, of course, not limited to this list. Before visiting a museum, simply visit the websites listed below so that you know what exhibitions you’d like to focus your time on.

NASSAU COUNTY:

The Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Dr. in Roslyn Harbor. nassaumuseum.org.

Modigliani and the Modern Portrait (July 22 – Nov. 5, 2023): “Devoted to the way that Modigliani powerfully re-defined the art of portraiture, the show includes his masterworks along with paintings and drawings by his Parisian contemporaries (Picasso, van Dongen, Laurencin). Modigliani’s enduring influence on artists even in our own time is shown in a selection of Contemporary paintings by such important figures as David Hockney, Eric Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton and others. The exhibition is being curated by Dr. Kenneth Wayne, founder of The Modigliani Project which authenticates paintings and drawings.”

QUEENS:

MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Ave. in Queens. momaps1.org.

Standing On The Corner: Seven

Prepared Pianos for the Seven African Powers (June 1 - Oct.9, 2023): “For their first durational museum presentation, the avant-garde musical ensemble

‘Standing on the Corner’ (American, est. 2016), led by Gio Escobar, will create a sonic, multimedia installation that brings together spiritual objects, modified instruments, and moving images. The centerpiece of the exhibition is a large-scale installation consisting of seven pianos distinctly presented and prepared, with symbolic objects inserted into their strings to create apparitional interventions. Forging connections between New York City, Puerto Rico, and Africa—reflecting Escobar’s own ancestral ties—the project imagines how spiritual and natural forces intersect with and bewitch our objects and environment. The installation makes

visible the inner workings of the pianos, as well as the artists’ intercession into the strings, through cameras installed inside of the instruments, with footage projected in real time. This work bridges Standing on the Corner’s interest in the urban modifications of ancient devotional practices of the Caribbean and Africa and proposes the destruction of Western musical traditions. The installation will be activated during concerts that harness the altered acoustics of each piano to summon the mysterious powers that possess them.”

BROOKLYN:

Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn. brooklynmuseum.org.

Africa Fashion (June 23 - Oct.22, 2023): “Making its North American debut in Brooklyn, ‘Africa Fashion’ is the largest-ever presentation of the subject: more than 180 works, including standout pieces from the museum’s collections. Organized thematically, this multisensory experience features immersive displays of haute couture and ready-to-wear apparel, as well as photographs, literature, sketches, music, film and catwalk footage, textiles, and jewelry. More than forty designers and artists from twenty African countries are represented, from the vanguards who first gained worldwide attention, such as Kofi Ansah (Ghana) and Shade Thomas-Fahm (Nigeria), to the newest generation of cutting-edge creatives, such as Thebe Magugu (South Africa) and Gouled Ahmed (Djibouti). Many of their works are on view for the first time in the United States.”

MANHATTAN:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave. in New York. metmuseum.org.

Van Gogh’s Cypresses (May 22 - Aug.27, 2023): “Van Gogh’s Cypresses is the first exhibition to focus on the trees—among the most famous in the history of art—immortalized in signature images by Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890). Such iconic pictures as ‘Wheat Field with Cypresses’ and ‘The Starry Night’ take their place as the centerpiece in a presentation that affords an unprecedented perspective on a motif virtually synonymous with the Dutch artist’s fiercely original power of expression. Some 40 works illuminate the extent of his fascination with the region’s distinctive flamelike evergreens as they successively sparked, fueled, and stoked his imagination over the course of two years in the South of France: from his initial sightings of the “tall and dark” trees in Arles to realizing their full, evocative potential (“as I see them”) at the asylum in Saint-Rémy. Juxtaposing landmark paintings with precious drawings and illustrated letters—many rarely, if ever, lent or exhibited together—this tightly conceived thematic exhibition offers an extraordinary opportunity to appreciate anew some of Van Gogh’s most celebrated works in a context that reveals the backstory of their invention for the first time.”

New Museum, 235 Bowery in New York. newmuseum.org.

Pepón Osorio: My Beating Heart/ Mi Corazón Latiente (June 29 - Sept. 17, 2023): “Informed by his background in theater and performance as well as his experiences as a child services case worker and professor, Osorio’s richly textured sculptures and installations are deeply invested in political, social, and cultural issues affecting Latinx and working class communities in the United States. Installed in the New Museum’s Second Floor galleries, the exhibition will focus on the elaborate, large-scale, multimedia environments that Osorio has been creating since the early 1990s, often developed through long-term conversations and collaborations with individuals in the neighborhoods where they were first shown. This exhibition will provide an opportunity to experience Pepón Osorio’s new and most iconic projects together for the first time, and demonstrate the distinctive ways in which he creates encompassing environments that illustrate personal stories and reveal crucial societal concerns. Taken from an eponymous work, the title of the exhibition addresses themes that resonate throughout Osorio’s practice, including the simultaneous resilience and fragility of human life, the values and desires that propel humanity, and the fundamental urgency to better care for one another.”

‘Jeanne Hébuterne au Chapeau et collier’ by Amedeo Modigliani. (Public Domain photo)

‘Wheat Field with Cypresses’ by Vincent van Gogh. (Public domain photo)

HOMES

Recently Sold

This stylish and sought after “A” model in great location begins at the grand entry foyer which flows to a spacious living room and back deck access overlooking the lush green space. The unit, at 62 Windsor Gate Drive in Manhasset Hills, sold on May 2 for $933,000. It has 2,300 square feet of living space, including its lovely dining room and eat-in-kitchen with granite countertops. The laundry room is conveniently located on the main floor. The updated master ensuite has a new walk-in closet and an additional bedroom suite. There is an additional bedroom and office space upstairs. The home has three bathrooms in total and closets throughout. The home has an aboveground oil tank and a new furnace.

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John Shopis Recognized For Service To Community

In recognition of National Volunteer Month recently, PSEG Long Island celebrates its employees who support their neighbors throughout the year through community service.

During the year and throughout the month of April, PSEG Long Island employees enjoy giving back to their communities. In April, they mobilized to assist the Red Cross in installing smoke detectors in homes in Hempstead; commemorated Earth Day and Arbor Day by providing Long Islanders with energy-saving trees in Hauppauge and East Meadow; and joined Island Harvest Food Bank in Greenlawn to pack and distribute food to members of the community.

“Throughout the year our employees show their commitment to their neighbors through community service in the towns and villages where they live and work,” said David Lyons, interim president and

COO of PSEG Long Island.

“National Volunteer Month provides the perfect backdrop to say thanks and recognize the people in our organization who do so much for so many.”

John Shopis of Seaford participated in the food distribution.

“It was great to be back out participating with fellow employees at this community service event,” said Shopis. “I met a nice group of people who are all dedicated to helping other Long Island families. Our customers were thankful for the food and supplies they received. This event shows the dedication and caring attitude of our employees, who are also neighbors. It’s great to work for a company that gives back and is appreciated by the customers we serve.”

PSEG Long Island is committed to giving back to the people and communities it serves.

—PSEG Long Island

This beautifully expanded cape at 113 Greenway West in Manhasset Hills sold on April 11 for $925,000. It has three updated bedrooms and three bathrooms. The kitchen has also been updated and has granite countertops and steel appliances. It has hardwood floors throughout, a formal dining room and a spacious living room with a fireplace. There is also a large family room in the back of the home. The backyard is fenced in. There is a large covered balcony above the garage and the home has a full, finished basement. The home is within the Herricks School District and is in close proximity to major highways, shopping and many other amenities and conveniences.

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.

PSEG Long Island employee, John Shopis of Seaford, helps pack food for a recent Island Harvest food distribution in Greenlawn.

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Mia Babino: Exceptional Field Hockey Player Heads To SUNY Cortland With Many Honors

BY JANET BURNS jburns@antonmediagroup.com

As high school varsity athletes from around the county are signing on with their almamaters-to-be, Carle Place senior Mia Babino is heading off to college with plenty of accolades under her belt.

As a varsity field hockey player, Babino has spent four years tearing up mid-field at Carle Place High School, which has a hearty (and trophy-laden) athletic tradition, including in its field hockey program.

Over her final year with the team, Babino has put together quite an impressive collection of awards herself. For one thing, Babino received AllConference, All-League, All-County Honorable Mention and All-Long Island 2nd Team honors. She also took part in the Nassau County Girls’ Field

Hockey Exceptional Senior game.

In addition to being a serious contender on the field, Babino has worked hard at her studies, and received an All-Scholar Athlete

award for her academic achievements in the classroom.

After an extended college search, Babino was ultimately the recipient of multiple

offers from Division 1, 2 and 3 schools. Babino said that keeping a balance between academics and sports was extremely important in her decision for where to begin her post-secondary career.

In the end, Mia chose to attend SUNY Cortland and is excited to become a Red Dragon next fall. In addition to bringing her stick skills to campus, Babino will be studying Elementary Education as an undergraduate.

Orlin & Cohen is proud to support our community’s best high school athletes, just as we support all athletes’ orthopedic needs.

Long Island’s premier orthopedic group, we provide sideline team physician coverage and athletic training services to more than 20 high school sports programs – and offer Walk-in Sunday Sports Medicine and Recovery Clinics for young athletes.

Mia Babino

Carle Place senior and varsity athlete

(Courtesy of Carle Place High School)

Even as a freshman, Mia Babino was tearing up the field for Carle Place. (Credit: Frank Rizzo)

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid (“Company”) that it has led with the New York State Public Service Commission (“PSC”) tari revisions to its Schedule for Gas Service, PSC No.1 – GAS, that are proposed to become e ective June 3, 2023.

The Company seeks to increase delivery revenues by approximately $228 million to modernize and improve the safety, reliability, and performance of our infrastructure, enhance the customer experience, reduce system emissions, and fund energy a ordability and e ciency programs. The Company’s ling is subject to approval by the PSC and the rates approved may be di erent from those proposed. The Company expects that the PSC will suspend the proposed rates for the maximum period permitted under the Public Service Law, which would mean an e ective date of revised rates of April 1, 2024.

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Robert “Bob” Hemm

A Life of Exploration and Friendship

Robert “Bob” Hemm, a man who embraced life with a passion for adventure, friendship, and an unyielding thirst for exploration, has le an indelible legacy that continues to inspire others on their own extraordinary journeys.

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Born into the challenging era of the Great Depression, Bob discovered solace and opportunity through a scholarship that propelled him into the vibrant tapestry of St. Bernard’s School. It was here that the seeds of his insatiable curiosity were sown, igniting a ame that would guide him through a life adorned with thrilling escapades.

From a young age, Bob understood that true growth lies beyond the familiar. He dared to step outside the con nes of comfort, believing that dancing with danger, if only eetingly, enlivens the spirit and nurtures personal transformation. With a rallying cry to embrace the world around us, he beckoned others to embark on their own grand adventures, where the uncharted territories of personal and professional lives intermingle and ignite.

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Yet, it was through the tapestry of friendship that Bob found his greatest joy. Each chapter of his life was an invitation for kindred spirits to join him, weaving a symphony of camaraderie that ampli ed the beauty of shared experiences. As if co-written by cherished companions, his adventures transcended mere conquests, celebrating the unparalleled gi of connection that weaves us together. In the embrace of extraordinary friends, Bob discovered that the true essence of life lies in the shared laughter, tears, and boundless exploration that knows no bounds. Bob’s life was a testament to living each moment with unwavering passion, fearlessly traversing the world and collecting wisdom like precious jewels along the way. His thirst for knowledge knew no boundaries, and he tirelessly shared his tales, igniting the ames of possibility within others. rough the colorful tapestry of his adventures and experiences, people discovered the art of charting their own paths, transforming the stages of life into hand-drawn maps that led to unimagined horizons. He unlocked the realms of imagination, teaching us how to infuse our existence with love, ful llment, and an unwavering devotion to exploration.

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JUL 22Johnny Mathis

AUG 5Air Supply

AUG 8Richard Marx

AUG 9The Concer t: A Tribute to Abba

AUG 18 Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

AUG 19The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute

SEP 9Lar Enterprises Presents: Oh What A Night of Rock & Roll

SEP 23Hermans Hermits starring Peter Noone

OCT 1The Price is Right

OCT 15Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood

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OCT 19+20 Lee Brice

OCT 21Monsters of Freestyle

OCT 21Parliament Funkadelic feat. George Clinton

NOV 10Masters of Illusion

NOV 11Paul Anka

NOV 12Celebrating David Bowie featuring Peter Murphy, Adriant Belew, Scrote & more

NOV 19Howie Mandel

DEC 8Engelbert Humperdinck

DEC 9Daniel O’Donnell

DEC 12An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katherine McPhee

Beyond the boundaries of earthly constraints, Bob’s love for ight soared to new heights. A master of the skies, he reveled in the symphony of engines, embracing the freedom that came with being a pilot. As a parachuter, he fearlessly de ed gravity, embracing the exhilaration of defying limits and embracing the unknown. His mastery extended beneath the surface, as a skilled diver who delved into the depths, uncovering the mysteries concealed by the oceans’ embrace.

Yet, his ventures were not limited to the realm of adventure alone. Bob’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to conquer the world of business, where he harnessed his resources to promote exploration and the wellbeing of others, a true pioneer of possibility.

Robert “Bob” Hemm’s spirit and unwavering dedication to discovery will forever illuminate our path. His legacy extends far beyond mere existence, intertwining with the fabric of life itself, urging us to live, love, and explore with boundless enthusiasm.

In the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him, Bob’s light will continue to shine, illuminating the extraordinary possibilities that await those who dare to chase their dreams. As we bid him farewell, let us celebrate his life by embracing the great adventure that awaits us all.

On behalf of everyone at Anton Media Group, we will miss Bob’s monthly visits & we send our thoughts and prayers to our Angela Anton.

State Senator Martinez Introduces Legislation To Increase Protections For Wild, Exotic Animals

Senator Monica R. Martinez has introduced bill S6211, which establishes a definition for exotic animals and expands the existing definition of wild animals. The bill further prohibits exotic animals from being harbored, traded, imported, sold or owned as pets in the same way as wild animals.

“Wild and exotic animals require specific conditions and environments to survive. The habitats in which these animals live in the wild are far from conditions that exist in New York. Any business operating with the intent of profiting by selling these exotic animals should be held accountable under the law for the unethical treatment of animals,” stated Senator Martinez.

The bill clearly defines a wild animal as an indigenous, non-domesticated animal native to the country in which they live, and an exotic animal as a wild animal with an origin of a different continent. The bill further lists all families and orders that would be protected, some of which include sloths, kangaroos, hyenas, elephants, wallabies and armadillos.

This bill has swiftly garnered support from a number of organizations. John Di Leonardo, Anthrozoologist and Executive Director of Humane Long Island said,

“Humane Long Island applauds Senator Martinez for introducing essential legislation to amend New York State’s prohibition on keeping wild animals to include exotic

animals such as sloths and kangaroos. Sloths are tree-dwelling, tropical animals with sharp teeth and four-inch claws. They are mostly deaf and nearly blind when exposed to bright light. Red kangaroos are the largest marsupial in the world, growing up to 6ft tall and weighing up to 200lbs. A pet Gray kangaroo, which is roughly half the size of a Red kangaroo, made international news last year after he killed his owner and blocked paramedics from reaching him before being shot dead by the police. Wild animals are not pets and treating them like dogs or cats endangers children and animals alike.”

Edita Birnkrant, Executive Director of NYCLASS said, “NYCLASS is thrilled that NY State Senator Martinez has introduced much-needed legislation to expand the definition of ‘wild’ animals prohibited from being imported, sold or owned in New York. This important bill will prevent thousands

of non-native animals from being exploited and endangered by wildlife traffickers recklessly selling these animals to New Yorkers who may not understand that animals such as sloths, kangaroos, ostriches, emus and many others should never be pets. NYCLASS strongly supports the passage of this bill and will work with the Senator to help enact it into law.”

“I look forward to working with my colleagues to garner additional support and pass this much needed legislation. It is inhumane and unethical for wild and exotic animals to be sold or kept as pets in New York State. These are not animals that should be closely interacting with people on a daily basis,” stated Senator Martinez. This bill would not apply to facilities, sanctuaries and other exclusions under current law.

—Submitted by the office of Senator Monica R. Martinez

A sloth, an animal native to Central and South America. (Photo by Meg Jerrard via Unsplash)

Raynham Hall Museum Delights Community With Love Re-Awakened Ball

Raynham Hall Museum has become known in the Gold Coast region of Long Island for its spectacularly fun and over-the-top fundraising events, and its recent party, the Love Re-Awakened Ball, was no exception.

The museum honored three outstanding local press outlets, including Anton Media Group. A group of renowned designers, including benefit co-chairs Jamie and Frantz Arty of Oyster Bay, and Tré & David LaVoúx-Ganci of Glen Cove, created individual tablescapes to transform the ballroom at The Muttontown Club in East Norwich. Gorgeous silent auction items, a robust live auction led by auctioneer extraordinaire Russell Koster, and a roulette wheel of wine bottles for a “Spinthe-Bottle” game completed the party. Live music, by the legendary Lester Lanin Orchestra, brought guests to their feet throughout the evening.

“These designers are all so immensely talented, and we love seeing all the beautiful but incredibly different looks they come up with,” said Harriet Gerard Clark, the museum’s executive director.

The annual event supports the nearly 300-year-old Townsend family home, bringing to life the history of Revolutionary War espionage, domestic life, and decorative arts. Contributions enable the museum to give back to Long Island school children with field trip scholarships, educational programs, and exhibits, as well as preservation of the house, its vast and intriguing collections, and other operational support.

For further information on past and upcoming events, contact Raynham Hall Museum, located at 30 West Main Street in Oyster Bay, at 516-922-6808 or check the website at www.raynhamhallmuseum.org.

—Submitted by Raynham Hall

Iris Picone, Vice President of Operations at Anton

Media Group, left, Harriet Gerard Clark, Harriet Gerard Clark, Executive Director of Raynham Hall, and John Canning, Commissioner of Human Resources for Town of Oyster Bay. (Contributed photo)

Northwell Teaches Lifesaving Training At School

Student Sydney Brewer led the effort for critical training at her school.

Northwell Health led Stop the Bleed training for hundreds of students at Bellmore-Merrick’s John F. Kennedy High School on May 12. The lifesaving training taught students how to staunch bleeding from trauma in the critical moments before paramedics arrive at the scene, which has shown to often be the difference between life and death.

The training was possible thanks to the effort of Sydney Brewer, a junior at the school. Sydney led a fundraising effort and purchased 60 Stop the Bleed kits for her school – and was instrumental in getting staff from North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset to come teach the students how to use them.

“I’m the same age as the kids in the Sandy Hook shooting, and I knew I had to do something about it,” said Sydney, who is 17. “It makes me so proud that my hard work has paid off and now I can help people help other people.”

Gun violence is on the rise across the country, which is what spurred Sydney on. There have already been more than 200 mass shootings this year, which are defined

as shootings in which four or more people are injured or killed, according to the Gun Violence Archive. Additionally, this May marks the fifth annual National Stop the Bleed Month, which highlights the importance of learning this critical skill.

Students were shown how to pack wounds to stop bleeding and apply tourniquets. They also learned that gun violence is not the only situation in which this training can be used. Critical wounds can occur during car crashes, falls and when doing

yard work. A person with a severe wound can bleed to death in about three minutes, which is often before paramedics or police can arrive on the scene. Knowing how to stop bleeding from an open wound can save lives.

“Learning how to stop bleeding is a vital skill that can save lives,” said Matthew Bank, MD, executive director of the Northwell Trauma Institute. “This type of grassroots event is exciting and very feasible. The Northwell Trauma Institute is happy to collaborate with anyone to set up Stop The Bleed training events.”

Northwell doctors, nurses and EMTs taught more than 500 students at JFK High School during the day-long session, and are teaching hundreds more on May 19. When they’re done, the entire student body will be trained in stopping bleeding.

“I couldn’t be more proud of our students,” said John F. Kennedy High School Principal Gerard Owenburg. “Getting the kits was one thing. But having the training and the students having the knowledge has really brought it to another level.”

—Submitted by Northwell Health

Northwell Health Dr. Matthew Bank, Stop the Bleed Trainer Catherine Dunckley and Bellmore JFK High School student Sydney Brewer.

(Photo by Northwell Health)

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EMPLOYMENT

ANNOUNCEMENTS EMPLOYMENT

A nonpro t organization in North Shore Long Island is seeking sealed bids for sales and installation of security related enhancements. This is a New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services grant funded project. The project includes (i) installation of one or more: technology (such as CCTV, access control, alarms, sensors, X-ray machines, magnetometer), security lm, doors, locks, windows, bollards, planters, barriers, lighting, fencing, privacy fencing, gates, (ii) training programs, and (iii) security personnel. Bids will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Work is expected to commence by the week of May 29 and expected to be completed by May 31. All interested vendors will be required to demonstrate preliminary quali cations and licensing for this work, acknowledge receipt of the proposal documents, and provide company name, business address, telephone, fax and email address, and primary contact name. Selection criteria will be based on knowledge of surveillance and security, adherence to projected work schedule, prior experience, references, and cost. Speci cations and bid requirements can be obtained by contacting us at greatneckupgrades@outlook.com

The Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library Board plans to add a café.

If you are a licensed business owner with experience in traditional bakerycafé food, such as scones, mu ns and cupcakes, and are interested in partnering in this project, we invite you to pick up a “Request for Proposal” in the Business O ce of the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library between the hours of 9:30 am and 4:30 pm, June 1- June 15.

For further information, please contact the Project Manager, Gretchen Browne at gbrowne@poblib.org.

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Jericho Union Free School District Passes

Proposition #1 (Budget balanced at approximately $135 million)

-Yes: 1277

-No: 326

Proposition #2 (Expenditure from the Capital Reserve Fund known as the Facilities Improvement Program towards projects such as district-wide bathroom upgrades; district-wide window replacements; music

Town To Upgrade Sports Fields At Robbins Lane Park In Jericho

classroom reconstruction, etc.)

-Yes: 1324

-No: 300

Board of Education Seats (Two elected)

-Divya Balachandar: 1084*

-Jill Citron: 1074*

-John Sarraf: 707

—Submitted by the Jericho Union Free School District

Syosset Central School District 2023-2024 Budget Passes

Thank you to all of the residents who participated in the 2023-24 Syosset Central School District budget vote and trustee election.

Voters approved the proposed budget, balanced at approximately $275 million, 1,060 to 549. With this support, the District will preserve exceptional academic and co-curricular opportunities for students while remaining under the tax cap.

In the Board of Education election, four candidates ran for three seats in an at-large

election. Sitting trustees Carol Cheng, Susan Falkove, and Anna Levitan were re-elected.

The final vote totals are as follows (listed by ballot position): Anna Levitan – 1,114, Carol C. Cheng – 1,254, Susan Falkove –1,125, and Jeevan George – 348.

Again, thank you to all who voted and for your ongoing commitment to Syosset schools.

—Submitted by the Syosset Central School District

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Laura Maier announce that the town will soon upgrade playing fields at Robbins Lane Park. As part of park improvements, the full artificial turf field will be replaced, which includes setup for soccer and lacrosse for various age groups.

“These important upgrades will enhance the overall playing experience for young athletes and others who use these fields, which is why the Town Board and I have been making field improvements a top priority throughout all communities,” said Supervisor Saladino. “These upgrades are being achieved in the most cost-effective way while bringing added enjoyment to all who use them.”

Artificial turf fields have a general useful

LEGAL NOTICES

SYOSSET

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Small Wonders Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on March 31, 2023. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 33 Windsor Rd, Great Neck, NY 11021.

Purpose: any lawful purpose

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of GOLD COAST MASSAGE LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/5/22. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to: 119 Cayuga Place, Jericho, NY 11753. Purpose: any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FAR-

GO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST ANTHONY LODATI, CLAIRE LODATI, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August

6, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 14, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as

1 NORTHWOOD COURT, WOODBURY, NY 11797.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Woodbury, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 14, Block 22, Lot

8. Approximate amount of judgment $339,763.10 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002814/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safe-

ty concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Edward Andreas Vincent, Esq, Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 16-006480 76028

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LEGAL NOTICE

SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

NOTICE OF SPECIAL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING

May 30, 2023

By Order of the Board of Education of the Syosset Central School District, there will be a Special Board of Education Meeting on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in South Woods Middle School, 99 Pell Lane, Syosset, New York. At that time, the Board of Education will determine whether to go into Executive Session. If there is a need for an Executive Session, the Board will vote to go into Executive Session for the purpose of interviewing construction management companies for the District and discussing matters regarding collective bargaining negotiations, the medical, financial, credit or employment history

of a particular person and to obtain legal advice regarding proposed, pending or current litigation. If that occurs, upon completion of the Executive Session, the Special Board Meeting will end.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals

PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 246-12 of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay, New York, on June 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM to consider the following appeals:

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

APPEAL NO. 23-168

WOODBURY

DAVID ERFAN: (A) Variance to install parking lot having less front yard setback and side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B)

life of up to 10 years, however they are less expensive than the long-term cost of maintaining natural grass and a dirt surface. Turf fields also provide the potential for fewer cancellations of games due to inclement weather, as the field is able to absorb rain storms in a manner that is not possible on a fully-dirt infield.

“Replacing fields help improve playtime for children while beautifying our parks facilities,” said Councilwoman Maier. “We are pleased to bring these enhancements to the community while keeping a watchful eye on our bottom line.”

For more information about town parks, including local programs and events, visit the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown. com/parks.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Variance to construct building having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. W/s/o Woodbury Rd., N/o Uphill Ln., a/k/a 135 Woodbury Road, Woodbury, NY MAY 22, 2023

BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY,

OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that license number 1358717 for Restaurant Wine and Beer has been applied for by the undersigned to sell wine and beer at

retail in a restaurant under the alcoholic beverage control law at 637 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset, New York, 11791 Nassau County for on-premises consumption.

Flora’s Pizza Cafe 637 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset, NY, 11791 5-31-24-2023-2T-#241094SYO/JER

(Photo courtesy Getty Images)

Eleven Students Published At Fusion Academy

For the third year in a row, Fusion Academy Long Island in Woodbury has entered a competition through Young Writers Publishing. Encouraged by Alaine Cohen, the English Department Head, many of our students worked with their English teachers to take on this opportunity. This year 11 students were honored by having their work published in Twisted Tales: Darkness Reigns by Young Writers. This contest was opened to middle and high schoolers, challenging them to write a story within only 100 words that shows the other side to the “traditional storybook villain”, as described by Young Writers. Because of the one-on-one nature of Fusion Academy, the students were motivated and encouraged by their English teachers to put their own personality into their writing, and it paid off. For

Syosset Senior

Maximus

Lu Wins

Gold

At The National Math Olympics

some of the students, it’s not the first time they were published but another fantastic addition to their résumé as they develop their talent.

Each year that Fusion Academy students were published, faculty commended them with their peers and staff. This year as so many of the students received publication, the faculty wanted to increase the importance of the celebration. Their families were invited to a café style book signing. Each story was intended to be read out loud by the Head of School or English Department Head. What surprised the crowd more than anything was when three of the students read the stories themselves; proving that a little encouragement and a room full of support can inspire someone outside their comfort zone and accomplish anything.

—Submitted by Fusion Academy

Robbins Lane PTA Spring Book Fair Is A Success

Spring reading was kicked into high gear at the Robbins Lane PTA spring book fair. Book selections varied from bestsellers and classic collections to cookbooks and the ever popular mystery books. Students were also able to shop for posters and novelty items with their classmates and teachers.

The Robbins Lane PTA was proud to be able to provide each teacher with a generous stipend to buy books to freshen up their class libraries. An online sale was hosted as well for families to shop together at home.

—Submitted by Lynette Birnbaum, the Robbins Lane PTA Vice President

Syosset High School Senior Maximus Lu earned Gold for his perfect score on the Mathematical Association of America’s (MAA) USA Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO). Maximus scored in the top 6 percent of over 500 test takers and is New York State’s only Gold medalist, earning him a spot to attend the summer Mathematical Olympiad Program (MOP) at Carnegie Mellon University. The MOP program is a three-week intensive camp that prepares students for the International Mathematical Olympiad.

The USAMO is a six question, two-day, nine-hour essay/proof examination. Only 558 students across the United States qualified to take this exam. The MAA’s American Mathematics Competitions program is a series of exams and curriculum that helps America’s educators identify and foster a love of mathematics in their students by building problem-solving and analytical skills in middle and high school students.

Syosset Senior Sabrina Guo Recognized As U.S. Presidential Scholar

Syosset Senior Sabrina Guo is being recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholar. Sabrina is one of only 161 expected high school graduates nationwide selected for this high honor.

Application to become a Presidential Scholar is by invitation only by the U.S. Department of Education’s Commission on Presidential Scholars, and candidates are selected based on their superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character, and involvement in the community.

“Sabrina’s dedication to both her academic studies and our community is unmatched. She is truly deserving of this distinguished recognition,” said Dr. Thomas Rogers, Syos-

set Superintendent of Schools. “We are so inspired by her work ethic and honored to have her as a member of our student body. We can’t wait to see all she will accomplish as she moves on to her next chapter.”

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize excellence in education and to honor some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors. Roughly 5,000 students nationwide apply, but only 161 are named presidential scholars. The Presidential Scholars Class of 2023 will be recognized for their outstanding achievement this summer with an online recognition program.

—Submitted by the Syosset Central School District

Tough decision. (Photo courtesy Lynette Birnbaum, the Robbins Lane PTA Vice President)

Syosset High School Principal Dr. John Durante, U.S. Presidential Scholar Senior Sabrina Guo, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Rogers. (Photo courtesy of the Syosset Central School District)

—Submitted by the Syosset Central School District

Syosset High School Senior Maximus Lu. (Photo courtesy of Syosset Central School District)

The distinguished authors from Fusion Academy. (Photo courtesy Fusion Academy)

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