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Aitken Re-Elected As Board President As New Trustees Sworn In A summer update on Manhasset Schools

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ewly elected Manhasset Board of Education trustees Jill Pullano and Erin Royce rose their hands in the air on the evening of July 7 during a swearing in ceremony that also included the re-election of Pat Aitken as president and Christine Monterosso as vice president. Pullano and Royce were both elected on May 18. Pullano is an 18-year resident who will serve on the board’s Audit Committee. Her professional experience includes accounting and product development, as well as being a parent of a current Manhasset School District student and two graduates. Royce has been a Manhasset resident for 16 years and is a former director of high school guidance. She also has two children in the school district as well as a preschool student. “I look forward to working closely with the other board members and administration to continue the tradition of excellence in Manhasset,” Royce said via email. “I look forward to working hard for our students and listening to our community.” Pullano said via email that she, too, was looking forward to upholding the legacy of Manhasset “excellence” for the families and children that the district supports. “A huge thank you to the entire Manhasset community for voting to support our students and our schools, and for electing me to the Board of Education,” Pullano said. After Royce and Pullano were sworn in during the annual organization meeting that took place in the district office, Aitken was re-elected as president and Monterosso was re-elected as vice president. Aitken, a 23-year Manhasset resident, has served on the board for 16 years and is a member of the Board Policy and Audit Committee. Her professional experience includes finance and her three children graduated from the Manhasset School District. Monterosso, meanwhile, has served on the board for five years and has lived in Manhasset for 16 years. The retired attorney has three children attending the district.

The Manhasset Board of Education voted in favor of continuing to stream meetings to the public. Photos by Jennifer Corr

The first order of business for the newly sworn in and re-elected trustees, joined by 11-year trustee Regina Rule, was deciding whether or not the Board of Education meetings would continue to be streamed online as public meetings go back to meeting in-person rather than remotely. The board, during the first in-person meeting since March 12, 2020, ultimately decided to stream the meetings so that the public can either attend the meeting in-person or tune in virtually. “Our attendance numbers went up dramatically,” Rule said in regards to the streamed Board of Education meetings. “Not because we are rock stars, but the public wanted to be able to see what was going on and was able to participate and understand what was happening. As we all know, our world was changing exponentially, second by second.” The streamed meetings provided faculty, parents with young children and even students the opportunity to participate in meetings that formerly had low attendance, both Monterosso and Rule shared. There is no downside to continuing streaming meetings, Monterosso said, when district families and faculties feel like they have a voice in their schools. “The way I look at it is, let’s go for

it and keep going with something that seems to be working,” Rule said. “Give it three or six months and if it’s cumbersome, then it’s nothing that has to be written in stone for any extensive period of time.” The Board of Education then unanimously voted in favor of streaming all Board of Education meetings via Zoom through December, and to reassess from there. “The key word to me was access,” Christine Parasco Krieger of the Manhasset Parent Association of Special Education said. “There were many, many meetings I would have liked to attend when my son was young and I just could not get here. My husband was working late or what not. I do think the key word is access, so I think it would be great to continue [live-streaming] and I think it does keep a good line of communication open.” And as the Board of Education meeting that followed the organizational meeting officially began, the camera was switched on and the meeting was broadcast to district families and faculty. During the meeting, Deputy Superintendent for Business and Operations Rosemary Johnson presented an update on the numerous projects happening at Manhasset Schools; including the

building of four new classrooms at Munsey Park Elementary School and the traffic flow re design project and asphalt replacement at Manhasset Secondary School, as well as the building of a Social and Emotional Wellness Wing at the secondary school. The Social and Emotional Wellness Wing will serve middle school students by providing social workers, psychologists and a counselor all in one place. All the projects are “well under way,” Johnson said. “We have a lot to accomplish over the next few weeks,” Johnson said. “This is a very short summer and so we are trying to accomplish a tremendous amount with these projects. We will stay on top of them and make sure they will continue to move forward as quickly as we can. There are some supply issues, just as everyone else across the country is experiencing in construction. But the good news is, basic materials like HVAC systems are secured, so I’m very happy about that.”

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Baseball champ Joe Enea makes family, community proud BY JENNIFER CORR

person that did not.” Enea would continue playing hen Joe Enea, a member of basketball with St. Mary’s “A-Team” as the Manhasset High School the only child who did not make the Class of 2015, told his mother cut “with a smile on his face,” Renee Renee Enea that he wanted to be a said. professional athlete when he grew up, “I said to him, ‘you know, Joe, you she told her then eight-year-old son can’t just think you’re going to make that she did not think it was possible. a team, it doesn’t work like that. You “I said, ‘No you’re not, Joe,’” Renee have to work harder and be better and recalled. “It’s not real. It’s a big world, be stronger,’” Renee said. “And that’s out there.” what he did. He practiced.” But low and behold, Enea is curRenee recalls Enea’s coach in eighth rently playing professional baseball grade telling him that he’s never seen with the Prague Eagles, also known someone work so hard. And for that, as the Praha Eagles, in the Czech Enea made the cut. Republic. Enea also plays basketball “He was a late developer who has and has a try-out for a basketball continued to improve,” Enea’s former team called USK Praha in August. basketball coach George Bruns said. “Honestly, it’s been really amazing,” “He was a one man wrecking crew. He Enea said. “I really love traveling and helped us so much and he improved obviously I love playing baseball; so even from his junior to senior year in it’s the best of both worlds situation basketball and I’ve heard he’s even for me. I get to live for free, get a much, much better now.” little bit of money and get Enea said his family, to travel the world.” including his 21-yearEnea has been old brother Jake, has playing baseball been very supportsince he was ive throughout his about four-yearsathletic career. Joe Enea is old, joining the “I couldn’t have currently playing Long Island a better support professional Astros travel system. ” baseball with the team in seventh From basPrague Eagles. grade and later ketball hoops to Photo courtesy the Manhasset High baseball bats, it was BenyPhoto_czech School Varsity boy’s a successful athletic baseball team. He was journey throughout his the captain during his junior high school career. and senior years. “He is one that absolutely flour“Athletics are important in the ished as he got older,” Enea’s former Manhasset community and being in baseball and basketball coach Mark a town like that made me want to be a Giarduno said. “He was not always better athlete and work harder,” Enea the biggest, fastest and strongest kid said. “Being a young kid in Manhasset when he was younger, but he really and learning about sports, team work, learned how to do fundamentals of respect for the game, respect for other every position on the field; whether people; it really shaped who I am it be baseball or basketball, at a today, being an athlete.” young age. And then as he grew into But his bid to be a dual-athlete himself, he became one of the biggest, by trying out for the Manhasset fastest and strongest kids. When that Secondary School boy’s basketball happened, he flourished into the best team on his first try proved to be athlete in the school.” unsuccessful. In 11th grade, fellow parents began “[It affected him] badly,” Renee telling Renee that he could likely play said. “He played with St. Mary’s...and ball in college. out of all the kids that made the team “I didn’t believe it because we live for middle school, Joe was the only in a small town,” Renee said. “That’s jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

As someone who likes traveling and playing baseball, Enea has been enjoying his time in the Czech Republic. (Photo courtesy BenyPhoto_czech)

The Enea family of Manhasset is proud of their 23-year-old baseball champ Joe Enea, left. Photo courtesy Renee Enea when I decided to put him out there and see if this was for real that he could really play in college.” Before they knew it, the Enea family was deciding between two colleges; Kenyon College in Ohio or McGill University in Canada. Enea went with McGill, winning the Canadian Collegiate Baseball Association championship with his team there. After bouncing around different schools and teams throughout the United States, and graduating from Maryland’s Towson University in 2019, Enea ended up in Prague. He’s been living there for almost a month. As far as keeping up with his family, Enea stays in touch every day, sending photos to his family of the field he will be playing on before games. “If you can tell, I’m a big dreamer,”

Enea said. “I still have more to give the game, whether it’s baseball or basketball. So, hopefully I can keep playing. I’m also planning to go to law school [at Hofstra University,] if basketball doesn’t work out, and play European baseball while I’m still in law school during the summers.” With a law degree, Enea would like to become a sports manager. It’s stories of alums like Enea’s that continue to inspire current Manhasset School District athletes, both Bruns and Giarduno agreed. And his story is also one that makes his family very proud, Renee said.

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he International Coastal Cleanup is a 30-year program from the Ocean Conservancy where volunteers from states and territories throughout the United States and more than 100 countries come together each year to participate in a cleanup event near them. The small cleanups at waterfronts across the world have a big impact, as volunteers collect data on the amount and types of trash collected, submitting it all through the Ocean Conservancy app, Clean Swell. In 2019, the 943,195 volunteers collected and disposed of approximately 21 million pounds of trash. All the data collected has played a direct role in shaping national legislation and in helping municipalities create recycling or other programs to prevent debris from ending up in the ocean or on shores.

To register for the Manhasset Bay cleanup on Sept. 25 at 9:30 a.m, email mbpcExec@gmail.com. The cleanup will be happening at two locations; the Manorhaven Town Boat Ramp and Baywalk Park. Be sure to bring personal protective equipment, water, old clothes and shoes that can get wet, a hat, sunscreen, bug repellent, latex gloves and trash bags. Masks will be required at the registration table. Kids and adults are encouraged to participate. There will also be Fun Patches for the Scouts. This event is sponsored by the Northeast Chapter of the American Littoral Society, the Manhasset Bay Protection Committee, the Town of North Hempstead and the Village of Port Washington North. —Arranged by Manhasset Press staff

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he Manhasset Chamber of Commerce launched its second Manhasset Al Fresco event on July 11, this time on North Plandome Road from Hillside Avenue to Colonial Parkway. The community enjoyed outdoor dining and live entertainment on the closed off, downtown street. Many called the event spectacular as locals dined outdoors and enjoyed drinks while watching the Euro Cup games at Greens Irish Pub and Pita Station. Gino’s of Manhasset held a fundraiser to support St. Jude’s Children Hospital and Louie’s of Manhasset served their special “Manhasset Al Fresco Menu” while Publicans held a Corn Hole tournament. Young’s Fine Wine & Spirits offered an array of alcoholic beverages for a successful outdoor tasting on Plandome Road. The Manhasset Chamber successfully brought awareness to the community regarding the petition

Manhasset Al Fresco is a popular event among locals. (Photo courtesy Manhasset Chamber of Commerce)

for the proposed sewer project on Plandome Road. The project would benefit economic growth by bringing in businesses that would otherwise have difficulty in cesspool areas. It would also cut down on expenses for existing businesses. “It was nice to see everyone come

out to support our local businesses,” Antonietta Manzi, of the Manhasset Chamber of Commerce said. “It was a beautiful night, a great crowd and the perfect ambiance.” Kids and adults of all ages participated in A&F Market’s “Dunk the Butcher,” and enjoyed acoustic

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performances by Raffi Froundjian and Liam Morrisey and live music from local band The Porch Light Dance and Rock Band. Manhasset Al Fresco is part of the Town of North Hempstead’s “Lift up local” initiative. Hosted by the Manhasset Chamber of Commerce outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment will be on Plandome Road every other Sunday through Oct., alternating between South Plandome and North Plandome Road, from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. The next Manhasset Al Fresco event takes place Sunday, July 25 on South Plandome Road. South Plandome Road will be closed to traffic from Park Avenue to Dennis Street. For more information and full event schedule, visit “Manhasset Al Fresco’s” web-page on Shop Manhasset’s Shopping Guide at https://rb.gy/kofalj. —Submitted by Manhasset Chamber of Commerce

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Past activities have included crafts, cooking, music, movies and seasonal swimming; along with community outings to bowling alleys, movie theaters, parks and much more. The program is free and there is no cost for transportation to activities and outings. To be eligible for the program individuals must be supported through the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, have a TAB number and be screened for admission. The Viscardi Center can offer guidance for applying for eligibility. Contact Barry Tussman at btussman@viscardicenter.org for more information. C.A.R.E. is operated out of Clinton G. Martin Park, located at 1601 Marcus Avenue, New Hyde Park. For more information or to register, call 311 or 516-869-6311. —Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

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summer consumer spending, especially in the fall, was strong and helped to mitigate uring the early dark the ravages of the spring. days of the COVID-19 “Our [CAFR] shows a pandemic, in the clear success in managing spring of 2020, it was easy to an unprecedented financial be a pessimist when it came crisis. Furthermore, the to municipal finances. county demonstrated that The economy had been local government is capable shut down. Malls and of adaptation and modernizaother revenue generators tion and continued to make for government coffers progress towards sustainabiliwere closed. Mass layoffs ty,” Schnirman said. presaged the possibility, as Curran said in a statement, in the Great Recession of “By exercising strong fiscal 2008, of multitudes declaring discipline, and using all bankruptcy and losing their the available tools, Nassau homes, leading to declines in County is in a strong position property tax collection. It took A view of the Roosevelt Field Mall days after it was reopened on July 10, 2020. It had to continue our recovery from many municipalities more been shuttered on March 19. According to the county executive, the mall provides tens the pandemic. I am proud than a decade to recover from of millions of dollars in sales taxes and general and school taxes to the county and we delivered a third straight that financial disaster. surrounding taxing districts. (Photo by Frank Rizzo) annual surplus and believe Nassau County leaders we are on our way to exiting acutely felt the effects of the figures, due to business and the Comprehensive Annual during the pandemic. In NIFA’s control period.” pandemic as they grappled Financial Report (CAFR) of the public amenity closures. addition, recreation and parks The Nassau Interim Finance with the fiscal challenges. county’s finances for the fiscal These included a reduction in expenses were down by $4.9 Authority, created by the state The county government Nassau Inter County Express year ending Dec. 31, 2020. It million as summer programs in 2000 to oversee the county’s earns about 40 percent of its (NICE) bus farebox revenues had good news—the county and events were not held and troubled finances, imposed a revenues from sales taxes, as a result of fare suspension ended the year with a $128.1 county utility costs were $2.9 control period in 2011, giving it and a report from New York million surplus in its operating during the pandemic and million less than budgeted additional oversight functions. State Comptroller Thomas fewer people using public funds. The worst-case scenar• Debt management, According to its website, it DiNapoli showed that yeartransportation ios had estimated a budget including lower debt service is “empowered to issue its to-year, sales tax collections deficit as high as $340 million. cost due to lower interest bonds and notes for various dropped by 33.8 percent in According to Schnirman, rates and lower issuance county purposes, including the the county in May 2020. The “This surplus demonstrates expenditures and the deferral restructuring of a portion of drop in June was 23.2 percent. that Nassau County managed of $75.0 million in principal the county’s outstanding debt.” Even as late as last October, the financial challenges by one year. “It was clear the financial in hearings before the Nassau brought on by the COVID-19 The CAFR noted that the impacts of the pandemic The county demonCounty Legislature, represen- pandemic, such as declining CARES Act had an immediate would impact local governstrated that local tatives from Nassau County sales tax and other economiimpact, with the county ment finances, but Nassau government is capaExecutive Laura Curran’s bud- cally sensitive revenues. The receiving $102.9 million. demonstrated resilience,” get office were bandying figcounty was able to meet these ble of adaptation and “The funds were used in Schnirman said. “I would like ures of 18 to 20 percent as the modernization and challenges through effective 2020 primarily for public to acknowledge our county expected drop in sales taxes for use of federal funding, debt continued to make safety personnel expenses workforce who took steps to 2020. The estimates became a management and other incurred during the public progress towards effectively adapt to an unprecbone of contention between corrective actions.” health emergency. It should edented environment, as well sustainability. the Democratic administration Among the highlights of the be noted that CARES funding as the frontline workers and —County Comptroller and the Republican Majority, CAFR: could not be used to replace first responders who are the Jack Schnirman as Curran argued that the • There was an 8.26 percent lost revenues. The receipt true heroes among us. The expected shortfall necessitated decline in sales tax revenues and effective use of CARES bottom line is this: it is vital delaying a payment of $75 mil- from 2020 expected revenues • Mortgage recording fees funding is a major reason the that the county continue this lion in county debt until 2021. ($105.5 million) due to the increased by $8.5 million, county ended fiscal year 2020 progress towards long-term The Republican legislators attributed to the county’s COVID-19 pandemic, which with a surplus.” structural sustainability by not countered that the sales tax booming real estate market had been expected to be Though the county expesquandering the well applied collections were better than and mortgage refinancings much worse—up to a $360.1 rienced a second wave of the financial lifeboats we have expected and therefore the throughout 2020 million decline in 2020 virus in the third and fourth been afforded in 2020. There’s payment should be made on • Receipt and effective • Fines and forfeitures were financial quarters of 2020, it much work still to be done management of $102.9 $40 million less than expectschedule. did not match the devastating as our recent report lays out, ed, primarily due to decreases million in Coronavirus Aid, Ultimately, the payment impact on the economy as in guiding principles for making in traffic violations—red light Relief, and Economic Security the first wave. was delayed, and, as she had smart investments with the cameras, boot and tow, other (CARES) Act funding promised, Curran delivered The county sales tax stimulus funding.” • Lower general fund traffic violations and associata 2021 budget with no tax revenues had shown strong What did you think expenditures, including $17.4 growth in the years before ed public safety fees increase and layoffs and few of this article? Share million in salary savings, par- the pandemic hit and once • Departmental revenues cuts in services. your thoughts with me tially due to hiring slowdowns Governor Andrew Cuomo declined by $28 million Comptroller Jack by email at: frizzo@ antonmediagroup.com and a temporary hiring freeze opened up the economy last compared to budgeted Schnirman recently released frizzo@antonmediagroup.com

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n March 2020, Syosset High School student Sabrina Guo found herself wanting to help those on Long Island impacted by the pandemic. As a resident of Oyster Bay Cove, Guo wanted to do more to thank front line and essential workers fighting against the coronavirus. “At that time, with so much pain and hardship all around me, I felt that I couldn’t sit idly by,” Guo said. She decided to launch LILAC, or Long Island Laboring Against COVID-19, a student-run COVID-19 relief organization focusing on providing for medical professionals and first responders to cater to the specific needs of those affected. Guo founded LILAC as a way to give back to her communities by fundraising and donating PPE. With more than 50 student members, LILAC has raised more than $100,000 to donate more than 220,000 PPE, hundreds of meals, and more than 200 student-made works of art. They’ve donated to more than 70 organizations and communities to assist those most vulnerable during the pandemic with emphasis on BIPOC communities. “This evolved into direct outreach to high-risk demographics such as seniors, veterans, schools, the homeless and disabled,” Guo said. “And with a focus on combating anti-Asian hate and uplifting at-risk communities during the pandemic.” This isn’t Guo’s first endeavor in civic engagement. LILAC is an offshoot of Guo’s larger organization Girl Pride International, which focuses on serving socioeconomically disadvantaged, migrant, and refugee girls’ intellectual, material, and emotional needs. “By connecting them with resources and other girls around the globe, we foster intercultural dialogue and build bridges across borders, empowering Today’s Girls to be Tomorrow’s Leaders,” Guo said. The empowerment organization is inspired by former First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let Girls Learn initiative, which educates and empowers girls worldwide who are without access to education. Girl Pride International places importance on intersectionality and uplifting young women, through resources like education, scholarships, mentoring, counseling, workshops and other forms of empowerment.

Syosset High School student Sabrina Guo (Contributed photo) In her community work with Girl Pride International, Guo developed a close relationship with Another Kind of Girl Collective, a global media arts collective for and by traditionally marginalized young women, giving them a platform to share their experiences. As a part of Girl Pride International, Guo decided to launch Crossing Borders, an international pen-pal program with the Muslim youth whose lives were torn apart by the Syrian Civil War. Through the pen-pal program, students here were able to connect with Syrian refugee children living in Jordan, and establish deep connections with each other from across the globe. Girl Pride International also assists and provides young women with academic scholarships and career resources. Girl Pride Samburu is their first chapter, located in the Samburu region of Kenya, in which they work with K-12 schools to help empower and provide resources to the community. So far, they have donated PPE, books and other academic supplies, as well as having announced their Girl Pride Samburu Ambassadors’ program. “This program highlights their work and has helped keep students, particularly girls, engaged in at-home learning, supporting their education so

they don’t drop out of school or aren’t married off,” Guo added. Through a series of writing workshops approved by her school district, Guo also connected students with a community of Central-American migrant children in New Orleans through El Pueblo NOLA. El Pueblo NOLA, works in the surrounding communities feeding and supporting children in need, as well as reuniting migrant children with their families. Girl Pride International is committed to assisting migrant children in the undocumented community in Village de l’Est, in New Orleans’ Ninth Ward. As well as meals, PPE, and monetary donations, LILAC provides emotional support through the ThankYou & WeCare initiative in which students create and distribute letters, cards, videos, and artwork for those struggling during the pandemic. LILAC’s work has been featured by Disney Channel’s 2021 “Use Your Voice” social initiative, in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Celebration Month, and to encourage more youth participation in community service. A few months ago, a producer from Disney reached out to LILAC, expressing her interest in the work they’ve been doing. “[Disney] wanted to help increase our visibility and get our message out to the

world,” Guo added. In addition, LILAC has won more than 15 organizational and 40 individual member awards, with five New York State Senatorial Citations, earned Special Congressional Recognition by Congressman Thomas Suozzi, a Certificate of Special Recognition by Nassau County Museum of Art, and by many other prominent cultural and community organizations. In 2019, Guo presented Girl Pride International to the Davidson Youth Scholars Ambassadors program, in which she was one of 14 students in her class to be chosen. Most recently, Guo was named “Citizen of the Week,” by Legislator Josh Lafazan. Guo wants to continue working in civic engagement. One of her main priorities in her community work is anti-racism, in light of the surging hate and violence against the AAPI community. In April, Guo was asked to be a virtual panelist for “Promoting AntiHate and Discrimination Awareness,” hosted by Senator John Brooks of Seaford. In the coming months, Girl Pride International plans to expand and create more opportunities for disadvantaged girls, as well as to focus on anti-racism and discrimination. —Jeannie McDonald is a contributing writer for Anton Media Group

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Troop 10 Holds Annual Picnic And Court Of Honor Ceremony BY DR. DWIGHT ROSENSTEIN

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n a beautiful Sunday afternoon in June 2021, Troop 10 of Great Neck held their annual end of year picnic and Court of Honor at Christopher Morley Park. The scouts played in the park and then everyone had individually boxed Chinese lunches. With parents and siblings and even grandparents, the troop had several presentations to make. The ceremony was led by the Senior Patrol Leader, the youth leader of the troop. New scouts were formally welcomed. Merit Badges earned by the scouts over the past year were awarded. Several scouts were recognized for their achievements in advancing in rank, including the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star and Life. A separate Court of Honor will be held to recognize our new Eagle Scout, Thomas Lo and as of a few days prior to writing this article, Rick Xu just completed his

Board of Review and is now our newest Eagle Scout. A peaceful transition of power ensued as the outgoing Senior Patrol Leader installed our new SPL for the upcoming year. The events from the completed year were reviewed, and despite pandemic restrictions, Troop 10 was able to do tent camping several times over the past eight months although they did have to travel to Pennsylvania and Connecticut where restrictions had

been eased. The troop also participated in several service projects to aid the community including food drives and park clean-ups. Thomas’ Eagle project included making and donating more than 500 face masks early in the pandemic. In Allenwood Park and the Village Green, tree identification signs to enhance the enjoyment of these parks are the result of Rick’s Eagle project. After a difficult year, it was great to see

everyone together. The troop will be attending summer camp in the Catskills in August and will reconvene for troop meetings in August. Troop 10 meets at the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department on 25 Prospect St. on Mondays at 7:30 to 9 p.m. on school days. If you are interested in joining Troop 10, contact Dr. Dwight J Rosenstein at djrosenstein@gmail.com. —Dr. Dwight Rosenstein is the scoutmaster for Troop 10

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DeRiggi-Whitton Kicks Off Reelection Campaign

assau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton welcomed more than 75 friends, family and supporters to the Metropolitan Bistro in Sea Cliff for the launch of her campaign for her fifth term as legislator for the 11th district. DeRiggi-Whitton, of Glen Cove, has earned a reputation as a keen fiscal watchdog and ardent environmentalist whose knack for working in a bipartisan manner helps her deliver results for her constituents. “I am completely humbled by the amount of support I have received, and I thank everyone for attending and helping with my re-election for a job I truly love,” she said. DeRiggi-Whitton currently serves as the ranking member of the public safety and health & social services committees, and closely monitors the county contracts as a member of the rules committee. During her tenure, she has authored legislation banning the use or sale of fracking byproducts in Nassau County; cosponsored legislation to raise the age to buy tobacco and

vaping products to 21, and updated county codes to prohibit the consumption of cannabis in county parks. As the Minority Caucus representative on County Executive Curran’s COVID-19 Advisory Council, DeRiggiWhitton continues to play a key role in scrutinizing and overseeing the distribution of hundreds of millions of dollars in pandemic-relief aid to small businesses, nonprofit entities, and other essential programs. Already, the county approved the distribution

of $62.9 million in aid—a large share of which is focused on aiding small business through the Boost Nassau Resource Center. DeRiggi-Whitton worked closely with Curran to secure pop-up testing and vaccination resources for communities within the 11th District. Consistent with her belief that infrastructure investments are key to our prosperity and quality of life, Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton looks forward to launching and completing major

streetscape projects in Manorhaven, Glen Cove, and Sea Cliff in a new term. In the community, she has been a northeastern board member of the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation and has raised nearly $1 million in the search for a cure. She is also a member of the Do Good to Feel good initiative, which delivered food and other supplies to Glen Cove residents during the pandemic. Responding to the sharp increase in need during the pandemic, Delia and her partners in the nation’s U.S.M.C. Toys for Tots drive gathered more than 100,000 contributions last December at a COVID-safe drop-off event at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. She is married to Richard Valicenti and has three daughters and a stepson. She is the daughter of former Nassau County Judge and Glen Cove Mayor, the Hon. Donald DeRiggi, and noted local historian Dr. Mildred DeRiggi. To learn more about her candidacy and stances on the issues, visit www. deliaderiggiwhitton.com. —Submitted by Delia DeRiggi-Whitton

American Heart Association Recognizes Locust Valley Student Locust Valley’s Risa Kiernan, a student at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM), has secured a competitive scholarship in Cardiovascular Disease from the American Heart Association. Each year, the Scientific Councils of the AHA award $2,000 scholarships to students researching cardiovascular disease topics within basic, clinical, translational, or population sciences. Working under the mentorship of Dr. Maria Alicia Carrillo Sepulveda, an assistant professor of biomedical sciences at NYITCOM, Kiernan will study the link between obesity and hypertension; specifically how obesity leads to hypertension in females. Known as a “silent killer” and a leading risk factor for mortality worldwide, hypertension disproportionately impacts obese individuals. However, there are no specific anti-hypertensive therapies for these patients, making research in obesity-related hypertension needed. The researchers hypothesize that

NYIT student Risa Kiernan, a Locust Valley resident, has secured a $2,000 scholarship from the American Heart Association. Photo courtesy the New York Institute of Technology

biochemical changes to a protein called PPARg may play a significant role in obesity-related hypertension and hope that their findings will improve understanding of how obesity leads to vascular complications and hypertension. “I am passionate about the pathophysiological aspects of this project, particularly how obesity leads to

vascular problems and hypertension in the female population,” Kiernan said. “It is exciting to see that results from my research may aid the development of targeted pharmacological agents for patients suffering from obesity and hypertension.” Kiernan, an aspiring surgeon and physician-scientist, began working in Sepulveda’s laboratory in 2019. She cites Sepulveda’s translational and innovative research approach as a driving factor in getting involved. “Her lab has a unique method that combines a genetic pre-clinical model, innovative imaging techniques, and integrative cardiovascular physiological analysis,” Kiernan said. “Risa joined my laboratory in 2019 and since then has been working on understanding why obese females are at a higher risk of developing hypertension than obese males,” Sepulveda said. “Risa is very dedicated to her research project. Most importantly, she understands that before reaching a breakthrough in her research, she will encounter in numerous failures.”

Kiernan echoes that point, noting that the experience has enhanced her ability to think critically. She also says that the project has highlighted the impact of research on patient outcomes and care. “Most importantly, this experience has provided me with a greater appreciation for the synergistic relationship between research and medicine, and I hope to carry this enthusiasm for research into my career as a future physician-scientist,” she said. Kiernan is the second medical student from Sepulveda’s lab to receive the prestigious AHA Scholarship in Cardiovascular Disease. NYITCOM alumnus Benjamin Kramer also received the AHA fellowship, which, as Sepulveda notes, helped to advance his scientific career. “I am confident that this award will advance Risa’s physician-scientist career as she aims to continue her hypertension research while practicing medicine,” Sepulveda added. —Submitted by the NYIT

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Levittown Seed Library Keeps It Green BY JESSICA CARRUBA

Thanks to enthusiastic word of mouth and reen thumbs are abundant marketing pushes, seed across Long Island and the requests have exceeded Levittown Public Library aims expectations. to further assist with local horticulSince the March tural efforts thanks to the formation 17, 2021 opening day, of a seed library. Seed libraries have 214 individual seed become a world-wide movement in requests have been recent years and are popular resources filled, with at least in community centers, most notably 2,000 seed packets public libraries. Levittown’s Seed distributed so far Library began last June, after its inthis year. According tended unveiling for March 2020 was to Galante, most thwarted by the COVID-19 pandemic. patrons choose to Patrons with Levittown Public Library request the maxcards may choose up to 10 seed imum 10 seed packets, packets per season from a selection of with flowers narrowly edging out vegetable, flower and herb varieties. vegetables in terms of popularity. Adult Reference librarian Joan Seeds are ordered in bulk from Galante serves as point person for Seed Savers Exchange, an organizathe seed library and is the primary tion founded in 1975 that reports to staff member responsible for ordering contain “the nation’s largest nongovand distributing seeds. Despite the ernmental seed bank of its kind, where delayed start and pandemic-related thousands of rare, heirloom varieties changes that were made to the are safeguarded for generations to structure of the service—the original come,” according to their website. plan of displaying the seeds and All seeds are open-pollinated and allowing patrons to browse through GMO-free. Due to the combination of was replaced with a Google Form to COVID-related staff shortages at seed submit seed requests—Galante says companies and the increased fervor the program was “instantly popular.” for gardening (also COVID-related), levittown@antonmediagroup.com

this year’s seed selection was limited and its arrival delayed. However, staff in the reference department banded together to get the seeds organized and packaged in time. The pandemic brought gardening into sharper focus as people sought solace in the outdoors and turned to activities that could be done safely and independently. Of course, gardening was and remains one such activity. It’s a hobby that provides tangible results while also improving mental and physical health. What we occasionally forget is the financial upside. As we know, one of the many devastating side effects of the pandemic has been food insecurity—a jarring reality that is a fact of life for many, pandemic or no pandemic, but was brought more to the forefront of our collective consciousness during the past fifteen

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Andy Warhol Comes To Town BY CHARLES A. RILEY II, PHD roslynnews@antonmediagroup.com

ports and art have at least one thing in common. With enough hard work, you make your luck (just ask the underdog Islanders, whose playoff run almost led to the Cup) or the first place Mets. The Nassau Museum of Art caught a huge break this summer as well. I vividly remember the day that I received the phone call from Bank of America asking if Nassau County Museum of Art would want to showcase the internationally acclaimed exhibition, Andy Warhol: A Life in Pop from the Bank of America Art in Our Communities program, as it unexpectedly was available to us—at no cost to the museum. I immediately shouted, “Yes, of course.” The trustee committee that has to approve shows (including Angela Susan Anton) quickly voted to make it happen. And it turned out to be a perfectly timed lifeline as the museum helps Nassau County recover. As soon as timed tickets went on sale, they were booked so quickly that before the opening on May 8 it was necessary to open July and August dates. Schools signed up for classes and groups began appearing for our daily tours at 2. Everywhere Warhol goes, attendance records follow. For seasoned art lovers and for newbies, this is this summer’s must-see show, the first time a Long Island museum has had a solo Warhol show. There were several good reasons that the Nassau Museum was the first choice in the New York area. Boldly open since last July with two

exhibitions that were particularly strong on the art of our time and having mounted a powerful gallery of Keith Haring works two years before (Haring was Warhol’s protégé), the museum has put top-shelf art on the walls as a service to the community. Bank of America has shown its support for years through another generous program, Museums on Us, which allows Bank of America cardholders to enter free on the first weekend of every month. Bank of America’s global art program supports 2,000 nonprofit cultural institutions each year. The efforts extend into areas such as sponsorships, conservation and a new Masterpiece Moment video series. They believe the neighborhood playhouse can be as important as the world-class museum or orchestra in its value to the community, in the lives of its citizens and in the education of its young people. That sense of shared purpose between Bank of America and the

Nassau Museum has made for a magic summer. A milestone for the museum in its progress toward national recognition as a destination for lovers of great art, the Warhol exhibition is a great example of corporate magnanimity. It has been loaned to museums not just in the United States (London and Johannesburg have been part of the tour) and everywhere it goes it reveals a side of the legendary artist, arguably the most important figure in the history of art since Picasso, that even the die-hard Warhol connoisseurs do not know. Because the show features portfolios dating back to the earliest breakthroughs in Pop (Marilyn Monroe, the Campbell’s Soup Can, Muhammad Ali) it permits the viewer to travel along the path toward mastery that the artist pursued. An exquisite group of hand-colored flowers, featuring the Japanese aesthetic of Ikebana, is presented in the intimate space of the mansion’s former boudoir, an extraordinary

confluence of architecture and art. In its first month, the show had already drawn more than 6,000 viewers as well as rave reviews in print and on television, many of them ecstatic in their praise. “The relationships between the exhibit and the building creates a thoughtful and unmatched museum experience, particularly on Long Island and even New York. It’s a gem—BRAVO!” wrote Eric Dever, a well-known artist based in Water Mill who knows his Warhol well. He just finished a series of landscapes that he made after he was selected as an Andy Warhol Project honoree to paint in Montauk at the preserve where Warhol had lived. The exhibition continues at the Nassau Museum in Roslyn Harbor until Nov. 7. A guide to the show can be downloaded and timed reservations can be booked at nassaumuseum.org. —Charles A. Riley is the museum director

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Hicksville Water District Launches Smart Irrigation Controller Rebate Program Water-saving technology helps prevent overwatering and reduces bills significantly

he height of summer is upon us and that means irrigation systems will be running at peak frequencies throughout Hicksville. To help combat the sharp spike in water usage the summer season brings, the Hicksville Water District (HWD) has launched a smart controller rebate program, providing a new tool for residents to conserve water. This $150 rebate program will be made available to the first 50 qualified applicants to offset the traditional tripling of water consumption that occurs this time of year and also combat the 13.2 percent increase in pumpage from this time last year. “The installation of smart, water-saving technology is the simplest way for residents to help us cut down on peak demand, which is very taxing to our water systems and sole-source aquifer,” said HWD Chairman Karl Schweitzer. “Residents across Long Island use a significantly higher

amount of water in the summer due to irrigation systems. Much of this water is ultimately wasted through overwatering and inefficient systems. Smart controllers help eliminate water waste and have proven to reduce summertime water usage without sacrificing the health of their lawns and gardens.” Smart controllers replace standard irrigation clock timers and use a Wi-Fi connection to link up with local weather stations to automatically adjust watering schedules based on the forecast. This, in turn, allows the controller to understand how much water the lawn needs, usually one

inch of water per week, and cuts down on any unnecessary overwatering. While it can vary depending on weather and other factors depending on the makeup of your irrigation system, these devices typically reduce irrigation consumption by approximately 30 percent. This is crucial during warmer months, as over half of the water pumped in the summer is unfortunately wasted due to evaporation, wind and other inefficient watering practices. “Installing a smart controller is the best thing they can do in order to cut back on their demand while also saving themselves a significant

amount of money on their third quarter billing,” Commissioner William Schuckmann said. “Rebate Program applicants must have an account that is in good standing with the district and must have a fully-functioning irrigation system that is run by a working timer or control. Additionally, they must retain the old replaced timer or controller for a district field technician to verify during our site visit, and rebates are available on a first-come, firstserved basis to eligible applicants while funding remains.” To learn more about the smart controller rebate program and to download a copy of the application, visit www.hicksvillewater.org/ forms-and-policies or call the district at 516-931-0184. Go to www.hicksvillewater.org/conservation-and-education to learn about more ways to conserve water. —Submitted by the Hicksville Water District

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This beautiful and prestigious art deco style home at 255 Piping Rock Rd. in Glen Head (Old Brookville) sold on July 13 for $1,400,000. This home has six bedrooms and five bathrooms. There are two gas fireplaces, a large living room, a formal dining room and a family room. The eat-in kitchen has an island, a Viking oven and a Sub Zero refrigerator. The house sits on 2.25 flat acres filled with towering beach trees, lush plants and foliage. The large pool and pond have waterfalls. The home is also equipped with a whole-house generator. Privacy is abounds on this estate-type property.

There is a dream home located on two-acres at 15 Crossway in Glen Head. This lovingly maintained five-bedroom ranch home sold on July 1 for $1,500,000. The new owners will enjoy the quiet mid-block location of this spacious 3,500 square-foot home complete with a level backyard and an in-ground pool. The full basement is partially finished and the two-and-a half car garage has convenient stairs to the basement. It is located in the award-winning North Shore School District. There is a gas line to the home and taxes are approximately $28,000.

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t the outbreak of World War I, the Gold Coast of Long Island was home to the most concentrated combination of financial, political and social clout in the country. Bankers, movie producers, society glitterati, government officials and an ex-president mobilized to arrange massive loans, send supplies and advocate for the Allied cause. The efforts undercut the Wilson administration’s official policy of neutrality and set the country on a course to war with Germany. Members of the activist families—including Morgans, Davisons, Phippses, Martins, Hitchcocks, Stimsons and Roosevelts—served in key positions or fought at the front. Historian Richard F. Welch reveals how a potent combination of ethno-sociological solidarity, clear-eyed geopolitical calculation and financial self-interest inspired the North Shore elite to pressure the nation into war. A Long Island native, Welch received his doctorate in American history from Stony Brook University. He taught U.S. History, Western Civilization, Irish History and American Military History

Welch shares stories of the Gold Coast elite. at Long Island University and Farmingdale State College. Welch’s work has appeared in the Long Island Historical Journal, Journal of the American Revolution, America’s Civil War, Civil War Times, Military History, American History and The New York Times. He is also the author of six books, including The Boy General: The Life and Careers of Francis Channing Barlow; General Washington’s Commando: Benjamin Tallmadge in the American Revolution; and Long Island and World War I. He also serves on the board of directors of the Suffolk County Historical Society. He resides in Northport. —Submitted by Arcadia Publishing

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Construction on village’s new firehouse gets underway BY ANTHONY MURRAY

when Mineola became incorponot easy, but he knew it was the rated in 1906, the next coming best decision for the safety of the t’s the start of a new era for the years they signed agreements department and residents. In an inMineola Fire Department, which with Mineola Hook and Ladder terview with the Mineola American has been around since 1888. Co. 1—known now as Mineola back in 2019, former chief of the Earlier this month, department Engine Company 1—and Jericho department Robert Connolly said chiefs, council, line officers and Turnpike Engine & Hose Co. 1 to the headquarters would be rehathe building committee joined form the official Mineola bilitated or replaced due to the village board, along with the Fire Department. In old age. architectural firm, at the site of the 1925, the village of“It is a real honor department’s old headquarters fices moved their to stand here today, across from village hall for a ground operation from as we mark the breaking ceremony. the original firestart of our new I have seen them “We gather here this morning to house known as Mineola Fire mark a historical moment in both Firemen’s Hall first-hand perform heroically, Department the history of the Village of Mineola on Main Street headquarters,” giving their absolute all in and the history of the Mineola Fire to this current Martone Jr. the fight to save the lives Department,” Chief of Department one. The fire said. “This new of our neighbors and Andrew Martone Jr. said at the department state-of-the-art our properties. ceremony. “The previous building had one side and building will serve —Mayor Scott Strauss served the residents of Mineola and the village and the residents of brought many great memories for the Mineola Police Mineola for the next over 100 years. It was a landmark in Department had the 100-plus years.” our community that served mulother side—both working handMartone Jr. thanked the village tiple purposes. It was the original and-hand to serve the residents of board for moving forward with the firehouse of the Jericho Turnpike Mineola.” new headquarters project on behalf Engine & Hose Co.1—known now Martone Jr. said that seeing the of the chief’s office and village’s as Mineola Truck Company 2. Then headquarters come down was firefighters. Mayor Scott Strauss, who has been an active member of Truck Company 2 since 1981, said that the new headquarters will be compliant with current National Fire Protection Association and OSHA Any tub can be converted into a walk-in shower! standards. “Will it look nice? Of course, but there is nothing fancy or over FREE CONSULTATION AND ESTIMATES the top about it,” Strauss said. BEFORE “Construction plans have been ongoing for months with actual p te S r e v Ne construction starting any day. The Over That completion date is expected to be US O R in 14 to 16 months.” E G N A D Now that the fire department’s ! AFTER in a g A b Tu headquarters is out of commission for a while, where are the

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When speaking of a beautiful garden, many often focus on the plants— beautiful, fragrant roses, tall trees to provide shade and delicious fruits and vegetables...but gardens are so much more. They are outdoor rooms, and every room needs art.

ecorative sculpture and water features have graced gardens of the world for hundreds if not thousands of years. They ground a space by instantly adding structure and stability. A focal point creates a space that people will be naturally drawn to as the center of activity. Individual spaces within a larger space can be created with garden accents to creatively define the entry and exit of the outdoor “room”. Whether your style is classic or contemporary, consider adding one or more of the following artful

accents to upgrade the look and feel of your home garden.

Fountains & Birdbaths

Fountains offer beautiful, relaxing sounds that transport you to a calming place, free from outside noise. Grand or small, water features offer a place for quiet contemplation in a private seating area off the master bedroom or a bench near your perennial garden where you might sit and enjoy a good book. Sit back and admire the wildlife by adding a birdbath. Birds, pollinators

and other wildlife will love the chance to rest and rehydrate and you’ll enjoy watching nature’s own television.

Sculpture

Garden sculptures add a certain amount of sophistication to the garden. Artful pieces carved out of stone or metal ground a space and offer a perfect focal point at the end of an alley or in the middle of a cutting garden. Be sure to choose pieces that fit the size and stature of your specific garden. Whimsical sculptured pieces of treasured pets and wildlife invoke happiness, while religious statuary offers a place to pray and reflect.

Planters & Pedestals

Large stone planters are a wonderful option for an entryway, patio or

around the pool. Their sturdy and rich appearance will last for many years and provide instant framing to an entry point. Pedestals are a wonderful way to elevate planters, fountains and garden artifacts up above flowers and shrubbery so they can more easily be admired. Upgrade your space and revel in the beauty of your garden art all year long. For inspiration, consider a visit to Nassau County Museum of Art, Old Westbury Gardens or Planting Fields Arboretum. Karen Musgrave is a certified nursery and landscape professional (CNLP) at Hicks Nurseries in Westbury.

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Felonious Vodka Hometown distiller returns to roots BY CHRISTY HINKO

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“Jim, your vodka is quite possibly a felony,” a close friend of Jim Kelly’s said five years ago after tasting his surprisingly delicious recipe for a sugarcane based spirit. Kim Laderer and Jim Kelly

n the early days of his pursuit, he was naïve about regulations and as it turned out making a distilled product at home could possibly be considered a felony. He Googled the word “felony” and after seeing the phonetic spelling, it stuck. Kelly, owner and master distiller of felene vodka, was experimenting with distilling and the pursuit for a better tasting vodka. He quickly legalized his business. “It was a humorous beginning,” said Kelly of Glen Cove. Hanging up his financial services career one day following a lecture he had been giving on the college circuit, Kelly hopped in the car and set out to visit 20 or 25 distilleries across the country. “I ended up in Austin, Texas, when I finally decided that I was going to start making vodka,” Kelly said. “I had a column still fabricated in Colorado. of all places; little did I know I would end up back here.” His first column still was a small recipe still, a 16-gallon reflux still. “When I started visiting these distilleries, I was asking them why they were making their products out of the typical vodka ingredients (corn, wheat or potato),” Kelly said. “If you have tasted vodka, it’s not something that’s very favorable unless it’s flavored; it’s also very difficult to make.” You have to convert the starch of the potato, wheat or corn in those ingredients to fermentable sugar in order to begin the process. “It just seemed odd to me that you would go to all that trouble and not just use the purest and most natural source of sugar that you can find, which is sugarcane,” Kelly said. “The answer that I got was unanimously was always, ‘That’s the way it’s always been done.’” Kelly set out to make a vodka from

sugarcane. He kept refining the process and searching for the purest form of sugarcane. We source an organic sugarcane, a sustainable product and non-GMO, from Brazil and Louisiana. “It just yielded such a wonderful outcome,” Kelly said. “It was different than any other vodka I had tasted; I drink vodka because it was so versatile and you could mix a lot of wonderful things with it but I never loved it because it was so astringent.” Once trademarked in 2016, Kelly began the brand with a contract distiller here in New York to make his sugarcane vodka on his behalf. Shortly after the product established itself, Kelly knew embracing organic sugarcane was the direction he wanted to go with the product and to better the spirit and grow the brand, he sought a place of operation that resonated with the process, deciding to move the business to the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, known for its quality water source. Kelly is a natural in his distilling career. “My family had been in the retail You can buy felene vodka at the following locations on Long Island: • Pope Liquors in Medford • Sun Wave Liquors in Patchogue • Bayville Wine & Liquors • BottleBuys in Glen Head • Fine Wine & Liquors in Glen Head • Lake Success Fine Wine & Liquors • Black Tie in Port Washington • Total Wine in Westbury • New Broadway Massapequa • Brothers Wine & Liquor in Lindenhurst • PK Wine & Liquors in Islandia

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liquor business in New York for more than 30 years,” Kelly said. The family had several shops in Brooklyn and the Bronx and one locally on Jericho Turnpike and Oyster Bay Road called Low Cost Liquors. “When my father took that over I was pretty young at the time,” Kelly recalled. “I started out stocking the shelves and carrying packages to customers’ cars; as I got older, I helped out at the counter and with orders.” Following his studies at Nassau Community College, Kelly transferred up to Boston College. He worked at a liquor store on Boylston Street. After college he left retail while pursuing a media career. In the early-1990s he created an industry magazine for Bloomberg, Bloomberg Personal magazine. “In my days with Mike Bloomberg, he said to me, ‘Kelly, show me a business that’s been done for a long time and the new guy will come and do it better every time.’ and I think he was quoted in Forbes as saying that too; it’s always resonated with me.” Kelly, one of 11 children, raised

New York restaurants serving felene include: • II Posto di Joey in Huntington • Prato 850 in Commack • The Lark Pub & Grub in Northport • Still Partners in Sea Cliff • The View Grill in Glen Cove • Kitty Mulligan’s Irish Pub in Bayshore • The Metropolitan Bistro in Sea Cliff • West Fish Lake House in Montauk • La Parma in Williston Park • Village Idiot in Oakdale • Lily Flanagan’s in Babylon

in Levittown and subsequentially moved north to Glen Cove while in high school. He attended North Shore High School, graduating in 1981. Kelly comes from humble beginnings, although always ambitious and the proof is in the wild, growing success of felene vodka. “I had a fascination with the science of distilling and fermentation,” Kelly said. “I make the vodka myself; I am the master distiller; I do all the mixing, all the filtration; every bottle has my hand on it.” Kelly, along with his regional manager and publicist, Kim Laderer, also of the North Shore, have grown their distirbution to more than 150 stores, bars and restaurants throughout Colorado and New York in just a couple of years. “We are continuing to self-distribute, but the business is growing rapidly,” Kelly said. “And vodka is competitive.” Kelly and his team have had local collegues cheering for their success since felene’s beginning. Kelly said, despite his background in his family’s business, a lot has changed in the industry over the years. “The folks at Bottle Buys, the Herman family, and Fine Liquors in Glen Head, I just can’t say enough not only have they taken our product in, but they have given us amazing guidance,” Kelly said. “They have been great with helping us understand the marketplace; they don’t have to do that; they have so many other products they could choose from and for that I am grateful.” Visit www.felenevodka.com to learn more about the product.

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Like A Big Italian Hug Osteria Morini brings regional flavor to Long Island BY CHRISTY HINKO

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First impressions go a long way. From the moment you pass through the threshold at one of the newer dining experiences at Roosevelt Field Mall, the relaxed ambience of Osteria Morini feels rustic, casual and friendly, which is exactly what the brand creators were going for. In Italian, “osteria” means a place where the owner “hosts” guests.

he brand launched in 2010 in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood, opening in Garden City less than three years ago. It features the soulful cuisine of EmiliaRomagna in northern Italy, the birthplace of some traditional flavors like prosciutto, mortadella, parmigiano, and balsamic vinegar. The Long Island venue operates under the kitchen direction of Chef Andrew Minitelli. Minitelli grew up around food in his hometown of Cranford, New Jersey. His uncle’s pizzeria was a family staple, and he worked there throughout high school and later when he attended college at Seton Hall University. After college, Minitelli realized he missed the camaraderie and fast pace of kitchen life, and enrolled in the French Culinary Institute–now International Culinary Center–in Manhattan. With a culinary degree in hand, Minitelli got his first job at Osteria Morini in SoHo as a Garde manger cook in 2013. Over the past six years, he has worked his way up to Sous Chef, and now he runs the kitchen as Chef de Cuisine. Minitelli has mastered the pasta-making skills and prime meat and fish preparations that Osteria Morini is well known for. When I arrived at Osteria Morini, I immediately began chatting with

the wait staff about the menu. I was curious to learn their favorite dishes and ingredients as well as what some of the most popular choices seemed to be. This staff knew their menu. I asked three waiters and separately, all three picked nearly the same favorites from each course (appetizers, pasta, entree) selections. Their favorites collectively were: insalata cacio e pepe, calamari, polpettine, burrata and fegatini crostini, cappelletti, torcia nera, tagliatelle and agnello (a seasonal item on the menu).

My Food Experience I left it to the bartender to surprise me with a cocktail choice. It was perfect. He selected the Black Barrel cocktail made with a smooth Evan Williams bourbon whiskey, Luxardo Cherry Sangue Morlacco liqueur and blackberries. The cocktail was pulpy and not too sweet. I also started off my meal with the antipasti (appetizer) of polpettine meatballs made with prosciutto and mortadella topped with pomodoro sauce, robiolina (made from full fat cow’s milk) and parmigiano cheeses. The meatballs were solid, and had a pleasant and consistent texture. Don’t fill up on these just yet though. There is still plenty to come. Next I had the polipo, a poached

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octopus tentacle served with yogurt sauce and potatoes, over bitter frisee greens and mildly spicy radicchio and a garlicky, parsley-based gremolata sauce. The octopus was cooked perfectly with a little bit of char to seal the flavor. For my pasta dish, my decision was difficult to make since the waitstaff had recommended so many great favorites. I chose the cappelletti, a perfectly bite-sized ravioli pillow with truffle and ricotta filling, topped with a great butter sauce and accented with prosciutto. These, like the meatballs, make it easy to forget how much you’ve eaten; you can mindlessly pop these like candy. It is difficult for me to review anything with prosciutto or truffles objectively. I like these two ingredients so much; I am quick to say, anything with either or both of these flavors is automatically stellar. I chose the petroniana for my entree, a crispy veal cutlet with prosciutto cotto, spinach, parmigiano and truffle crema. The cutlet was evenly, but thinly breaded. I expected the truffles to take the lead in this dish, but it did not overpower or steal the show. I was happy with the combination of flavor and texture. If you have made it this far and still have room to spare, I give you two choices to cap off the meal. The sgroppino emilia was a pleasant, but small dessert with a light scoop of vanilla gelato in Lambrusco (an Italian red wine that is identifiably grapey). Of the two desserts that I tried, this was closer to zero-guilt and a lighter end to the meal. Again, if you honestly have room after all of that wildly delicious comfort food, anything with hazelnut is sure to be

Chocolate ganache for the finish. filling and satiating. I tried the nocciola (whipped chocolate ganache, hazelnut mousse with chocolate hazelnut crunch sprinkled over the top). There was a hint of sea salt that gave this dessert a nice surprise. Overall, I felt the portions were generous and all of the staff recommendations were reliable. I felt like I was really dining in someone’s kitchen and they were cooking just for me, and yes, they were. Price points: Signature cocktails and specialty beers—$7 to 15 Appetizers—$15 to 29 Pasta dishes—$15 to 25 Entrees—$30 to 48 Desserts—$11 Enjoy happy hour specials Wednesday through Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended for peak dining times, especially after 6 p.m. on Fridays and weekends. Parking is available throughout the mall complex. Osteria Morini is located on the west side of Roosevelt Field Mall (630 Old Country Rd., Garden City). Visit www.osteriamorini.com to learn more.

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How To Achieve The Perfect At-Home Tan BY CAROLINE RYAN

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Is there something keeping you from achieving the tan you want this summer? Perhaps it’s the pesky rainy weather, or too much time in the office and not enough time outside. If you nodded your head to the above—then read on. Sunless tanning with a self-tanning product is the best way to achieve a bronzed complexion without worrying about damaging your skin. You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg for an airbrushed quality tan or run the risk of sunburn by visiting a tanning bed. Here are some tips for achieving a professional looking tan from the comfort of your home.

Pick Your Product

The first step in making sure you achieve the best self-tan is to find the product that works best for you. Here are two self-tanning products that are sure to work well without ruining your bed sheets. St. Tropez Self Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse A mousse is an easy and mistake-proof type of product. It’s streak-free, easy to apply, quick-drying, non-sticky with no transfer and ultra-hydrating. $32, sephora.com Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Water A self-tanning water with color-correcting actives and either a peach (light), green (medium), or violet (dark) base for a natural-looking, bronzed glow with no streaks, smells or orange tones. Simply spray this tanning water on, rub it in and you’re ready to go. Let your tan develop over a few hours for maximum results. $28, sephora.com SOL Sunless Gradual Tanning Body Lotion This tanning lotion can be built up over a number of days. SOL Sunless Gradual Tanning Body Lotion softens and replenishes skin with richly nourishing Coconut, Argan and Marula Oils while leaving your body with a natural-looking tan. Use both daily for the easiest tan you will ever get. $16, colourpop.com

Prep Your Skin

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Work Your Way Up

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If you’re coming straight from the shower—it’s always good practice to make sure you’re 100 percent dry before applying any product. Be sure to moisturize any areas of your body that might be a bit dry. Place a small amount of lotion around areas such as your elbows, knees or feet to keep them from turning orange. First Aid Beauty’s Ultra Repair Cream will rescue any areas of your body that may be dry. $36, firstaidbeauty.com

Applying a self-tanning product to your face can be a bit tricky. Start with your face first. Apply the product to your entire face with your bare hands (make sure to wash them immediately afterwards to prevent staining). If it’s your first time tanning your face, try purchasing the Isle of Paradise Tanning Drops. This product allows you to customize the amount of color you are applying. The more drops, the more tan you will be. $29, theisleofparadise.com

Start at your feet and gradually work your way up. Use a tanning mitt for a precise application. Apply liberally to your arms, legs, stomach and everywhere else you are looking to tan. Make sure to use any excess product on your feet and hands so these areas don’t end up looking orange or streaky. The St. Tropez Double Sided Luxe Tan applicator mitt will help to ensure a streak-free finish and stain-free hands every time. $7.95, sephora.com

Make sure to avoid the pool, beach, excess sweating or showering for at least six to eight hours after application. This will ensure your tan stays in place and doesn’t become streaky.

Fixing Mistakes

After your tan has fully developed and you have taken a shower, make sure there are no streaky spots, or places where the tan looks uneven. If there are, no worries—simply exfoliate or buff the area with a dry towel to remove any excess product.

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Operating At The Crossroads Of Reality And Fiction BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

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What does an extremely accomplished scientist, cardiologist and inventor do when he wants to indulge his passion for art, jazz and writing? If you’re Dr. Todd Cohen, you jump off from penning medical articles and books and dive head-long into taking a stab at writing fiction.

o it goes with Pollock No. 5, Cohen’s recently released debut which centers on Dr. Matthew Dawson, a cardiologist/ inventor with a taste for fine art who gets caught up in an international art counterfeiting scheme in which he is accused of murdering the wife of a wealthy Goldman Sachs neighbor whose “Pollock No. 5” winds up getting pilfered. Despite being 300-plus pages, the Westhampton Beach resident has written a brisk read that has a historical fiction bent to it reminiscent of authors like Michael Crichton and Caleb Carr. The difference is that Cohen bases the action in places like the Bay Area and various Long Island locales including Sea Cliff, Great Neck, Port Washington and the small East End hamlet of Quogue that he calls home. Adding to the authenticity, the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) in Old Westbury chief of cardiology adds references to a number of real-life passions, be it jazz, art or restaurants. “With this book, I wanted people to have a taste, feel and use their senses,” he said. “Not only by real art, real artists and real paintings, but real restaurants, real food and real items from the menu. When I’m talking about the Red Rooster, I’m talking about the real coffee they serve and the real desserts that were on the menu at one point. When I’m talking about the little trattoria called Jackson Fillmore on Fillmore Street, there is a little quiet bistro in San Francisco by that name. My

idea was for the reader to have fun, have an escape and enjoy a summer read.” Born and raised in Milburn/ Short Hills, NJ, Cohen went to Johns Hopkins for medical school and did his cardiology training at Stanford University, allowing him to become intimately familiar with the Bay Area, a major location used in Pollock No. 5. In creating the Dawson character, Cohen shares some similarities including a passion for art and jazz. But he’s quick to point out that issues with infidelity and alcoholism rest solely with his protagonist. “There are many dissimilarities and similarities as people who know me and my family will tell you,” he said, “This is clearly fiction. My wife Jill is not an alcoholic and never was. My kids are Justin and Britney and the Dawson children Jason and Bridget are loosely based on them.” The seed for Jackson No. 5 was planted in the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy, which is when the book opens. As someone whose publishing experience ran to numerous medical papers and the release of 2010’s A Patient’s Guide to Heart Rhythm Problems, Cohen yearned to stretch himself. “Going back to 2012 when Sandy hit and its aftermath, I had this idea and concept for this book,” he recalled. “It came brewing out of the trials and tribulations of life. I had been a medical writer and had written a Best Health book in 2010

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for Johns Hopkins. I’d always wanted to dabble in fiction and it was kind of a fantasy. I think it grew out of dealing with Sandy, working hard at the hospital and having an outlet and concepts. I think the idea, concept and plot line for the book came pretty quickly. In fact, when it came to me after we were recovering from Sandy, I had a draft written for this book in 12 weeks.” While the initial inspiration came rather quickly, Cohen’s path from idea to published author took nearly a decade. Nelson DeMille, who wrote a blurb for Cohen’s book, referred Cohen to DeMille’s publisher. And while the feedback was encouraging (“he told me it was a cool idea for a book and said I should get an agent along with making sure the book was well written before I sent it back to him”), that contact dissolved when the publisher left for another gig. And as Cohen’s full-time job also included being the director and founder of the Long Island Heart Rhythm Center and being an attending physician at Mt. Sinai Morningside in New York City and Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip along with his duties at NYITCOM, he was unable to put

a full-time focus on the book. And that didn’t even include being a trustee on the board for the Nassau County Museum of Art. Eventually, Cohen’s efforts paid off when he was signed by Black Opal Books, a West Coast-based boutique publisher that didn’t require he have an agent. The pandemic added another year to the process. The book eventually hit the shelves in May of this year. It’s a project Cohen hopes to expand into a number of sequels. “This is my first novel and it is setting the plate for an adventure series,” he said. “Each book is based on an artist as a primary theme. The first book’s theme is Jackson Pollock. The second book’s theme is another very different, well-known, very hot and somewhat mysterious artist. Characters from the first book intersect with this mysterious artist and art world and it takes the reader on a very fast-paced, exciting and different journey. I already have the plot written along with a third of that book. But it’s all about the sense, fun, experience and maybe taking you into some important issues.” Pollock No. 5 is available in paperback and eBook formats through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

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ow, the desire to own a Mercedes doesn’t only affect those who are starting a family and having a mindset of needing to get into a safer car,” said Cochran. “It’s a little bit of everyone who we are seeing migrate to the brand. Most people who come into the Mercedes brand, stay.” Cochran has been with Helms Brothers in Bayside for more than 39 years. She said the brand has recently been pleasantly surprised with the way the pandemic has shaped their business. “Pre-COVID, we were told that younger drivers do not want to drive and will not be buying cars; all they are interested in is rideshare and subscription car service,” Cochran said. “That could not be further from the truth from what we have seen here at Helms Brothers.” She said this, despite the fact that a

significant amount of Mercedes business is leasing, especially with younger drivers. Trends in car buying are far from the usual these days as well. “We are selling cars by text in some cases and do not even see the client, because the option to have their purchase delivered right to their driveway has become so popular, especially during the past year and a half through the pandemic,” Cochran said. “COVID has enhanced some of our opportunities and has streamlined the process, making transactions more transparent.” Mercedes-Benz was historically designed for the more mature car owner where what mattered most was comfort and the amenities, especially safety. “Mercedes has typically leaned toward the older driver; to some

extent it will remain that way,” Cochran said. “But there are many options available within the brand to accommodate every demographic.” Cochran prides herself on the Helms Brothers stellar reputation for their work ethics and inclusive workforce. “I have a lot of women that work for me,” she said. “The ability to be very genuine and focused on the client’s needs is inherent with who we are as women, a motherly kind of instinct.” She said she believes women multitask, deal with stress and communicate differently. “When women walk in to our dealership and see so many women, they immediately relax; I think it allows them to have some sort of comfort level that there is some familiarity and we understand how they are feeling,” Cochran said. “We go out of our way to make sure that a woman does not feel like she needs someone else here to help her make a decision, and we recognize how empowered women are today.” Helms Brothers, established in 1934, has three dealership franchises, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and Volkswagen. The business continues its tradition of being family-owned,

originally by the brothers, Charlie and Frank. And now by Doug Callahan. On July 15, Mercedes-Benz revealed its 2021 S 580 4MATIC Sedan (MSRP $116,300). “This car is going to be off the charts; people cannot stop talking about this car,” Cochran said just a week before its official debut. “I may have 50 on order and 40 of them are already sold at the port; nearly half are brand new Mercedes owners.” She said the best feature of this flagship S-class sedan is the technology of its newly designed dashboard. “The performance is always there for Mercedes, but the interior design especially has everybody talking,” Cochran said. “Most brands are moving toward this type of stuff. Some people don’t care about the technology or talking to their vehicle and there are plenty of options for them to bypass that in some respect.” Helms Bros. Mercedes is located at 208-24 Northern Blvd. in Bayside. Visit www.helmsbros.com or call 718-631-8181 for sales, service assistance and to test drive the new S 580. Visit www.mbusa.com to learn more about the brand and specific models.

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Sewanhaka Celebrates Its Seniors The Sewanhaka Central High School District held graduation ceremonies for its five high schools, Elmont Memorial, Floral Park Memorial, H. Frank Carey, New Hyde Park Memorial and Sewanhaka, outdoors at the James M. Shuart Stadium at Hofstra University, late last month. The stadium was filled with excitement and pride as the students of the Class of 2021 entered to “Pomp and Circumstance,” led by district administrators and their respective principals. After a final school year that presented challenges due to the global pandemic, the students were

delighted to be able to celebrate this milestone together as a graduating class. The speeches made by the valedictorians, salutatorians and class presidents alluded to the difficulties many have faced this year, and how their classmates all persevered with admirable strength and are sure to go off and accomplish great things in their futures. After receiving their diplomas, the students returned to their seats to turn their cap tassels from right to left to mark their accomplishment. —Submitted by Sewanhaka Central High School District

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argarita Maravel was appointed director of human resources in the Mineola Union Free School District, effective July 1. With more than 20 years of experience within the district, Maravel most recently served as the Hampton Street School Principal. Prior to that, she held positions including classroom teacher, reading teacher, literacy coordinator and instructional leader. Maravel holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and psychology from Hofstra University, a master’s degree in literacy studies from Hofstra University, a literacy coordinator certificate from Lesley University and a school district administration certificate from LIU Post. “I am excited to begin this new journey as Director of Human Resources,” said Maravel. “Entering my 21st year in Mineola, I look forward to continued learning and growth in my new position.” Leigh Shaw has been appointed the incoming principal for Hampton

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Town Acts On Amazon Neighbors’ Complaints BY FRANK RIZZO

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ary Carr’s Ring camera caught Amazon tractor trailers passing by her house in the early morning hours, as many as three in one night. Besides waking her, there was one major problem: She lives on Sheridan Boulevard in Mineola, not far from the retail giant’s Last Mile Distribution Center on Westbury Avenue in Carle Place, and no commercial traffic is allowed on the street, except for local delivery. When Amazon gave its presentation before the Town of North Hempstead Town Board, it promised that its delivery trucks would exit the Long Island Expressway, travel south on Glen Cove Road and make the turn onto Voice Road to reach the loading docks at the south side of the facility. Carr does not live in the jurisdiction of North Hempstead, but she had company when it came to complaining about the trucks. At the June 16 town board meeting Councilwoman Viviana Russell, who represents the area, introduced a resolution to ban commercial through traffic from 13 residential streets in Carle Place. The signage—which does allow local delivery—will enable traffic enforcement of the regulation. Russell acknowledged that the resolution came about because of the

Few employee vehicles are visible in the Carle Place Amazon facility parking lot, though a number of delivery vans had been spotted leaving minutes before. (Photo by Frank Rizzo) commercial traffic in the Carle Place area. “There was an issue with the bridge height on Glen Cove Road (the Northern State Parkway overpass),” she said, explaining that the posted signage fooled the trucks’ GPS systems into seeking alternative routes. She told Anton Media Group that Amazon is working on the problem and in the meanwhile has issued travel instructions on paper to its drivers. “I also want to mention that we’ve been in contact with the Nassau County Police and asked them to monitor this area for commercial traffic,” Russell said at the meeting. “We have had several conversations with Amazon, which is currently working on this, as well as with the Nassau County

DPW.” Westbury resident Peter Gaffney commented on the resolution, noting that Amazon officials made commitments that 2 Westbury Avenue “had sufficient parking for contract tractor trailers, vans and employee vehicles. This is not true. Amazon vans are not parking on the property. They have been parking overnight at the [adjacent] Park Plaza Mall. The trailers have been using local roads in Carle Place and Mineola at all hours of the day and none of this should be happening.” Russell stated, “It is really an enforcement issue to make sure they uphold the responsibilities in regards to the actual site itself. So we are continuously addressing it. We are ensuring our part that the signage is

Westbury Arts Names New Board Members Margo Posillico Messina (pictured left) and Jael Ferguson (right), both of Westbury, have been elected as board members to Westbury Arts. Messina is a third generation lifelong resident of Westbury. She has a long history of volunteer work in addition to over 30 years as a licensed clinical social worker in private and agency practice. Her extensive volunteer work has been with St. Brigid RC Church, Old Westbury School of the Holy Child, Nassau County Mothers of Twins Club, North Shore Child and Family Guidance Center, Westbury PTA and A-1 Universal. Posillico has been involved with Westbury Arts for the past seven years, serving on the Planning and Programming Committee, Development, Workshop, Summer Concert, Membership and Grand Opening and House Committees. She enjoys painting, reading, bicycling, traveling with her husband of 45 years, Richard, and spending time with her grandchildren. Ferguson is a recent graduate of

Margo Messina, left, and Jael Ferguson are the new board members at Westbury Arts. (Photo by Lyn Dobrin) Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Studies. She is passionate about cities, sustainability, and visual arts. She currently works in the sustainability field. While attending Westbury High School, Jael was part of the Art Club and Advanced Placement Studio Art class. She received the Academic Achievement Award for Outstanding Performance

in Art. Ferguson is excited to be part of Westbury Arts and is looking forward to incorporating her passion for the arts into the community. Westbury Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers arts and cultural programs that connect, educate, and inspire our community. To learn more, visit www.westburyarts.org. —Submitted and photo by Lyn Dobrin

there so that the police can enforce [the traffic law].” Gaffney said he had submitted pictures of Amazon delivery vans parked overnight at 200 Park Plaza. “It’s really incredible. Amazon has to be held accountable,” he said. Commissioner of Planning Mike Levine said Amazon would need permission from the town’s Board of Zoning and Appeals to park off site. “As far as we know there’s been no authorization for parking on that site,” Levine said, referring to Park Plaza. A spokesperson for Amazon did not return an email seeking comment. Do you have a story you want to tell? Share it with me at frizzo@antonmediagroup.com

Concert Series Continues

The Westbury Arts Summer Concert Series continues on Thursday, July 22 with Film Noir Ensemble. The concert runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and will be held at Piazza Ernesto Strada. In case of rain, the concert will be moved to the Westbury Community Center, 360 Post Ave. Pianist/composer Chris Forbes has been a lifelong fan of great film music, and his release, “Film Noir,” started as a trio project for Forbes, drummer Tom Cabrera and double bassist Dmitri Ishenko. Forbes’ one rule was that every song had to appear in a film of the classic era, roughly 1932 to 1976. The concept was to create, using these songs and film scores, a score to an imaginary movie. The trio treated the tunes rather freely, using elements of free jazz and expressionist music to simulate the worlds of great Noir films. —Submitted by Westbury Arts

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Farmingdale Park Gets Named For Purple Heart-Winning Legislator Joseph Belisi earns accolades at recent ceremony

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where he was succeeded by Laura Schaefer in 2013 upon his retirement. During his time in the chamber, Belisi was vice chairman of the legislature’s Public Safety Committee, which is charged with police oversight, confirming or rejecting the county executive’s choice for police commissioner and holding hearings and subpoenaing documents and witnesses. It was a suitable fit for the Farmingdale resident, who

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hen the Town of Oyster Bay recently decided to dedicate Farmingdale’s Washington Street Park in honor of late Nassau County District Legislator Joseph V. Belisi, it was in the name of a native son. Belisi, who passed away from Parkinson’s Disease on June 16, 2020 at the age of 73, had deep roots in the community. He was named a “Daler for Life” by the Village of Farmingdale reflected by his time as a Little League coach, and roles in the Sons of Italy in America, Knights of Pythias and Italian Americans in Government Service. He was also a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans and an integral part of the Massapequa-Farmingdale Men’s Club. Professionally, Belisi’s life was one defined by that of public service. Elected to the Nassau County Legislature in 2009, he represented the 14th District,

Joseph Saladino and members of the town board, along with Nassau County Police Department officials gathered to honor Belisi. Saladino made a point of highlighting the amount of public service the late infantryman and elected official gave while raising three children and eight grandchildren along with his wife Donna. “Joseph Belesi dedicated his entire life to the service of others, most notably answering the call of service to this great nation, where he was twice wounded in action in Vietnam,” Saladino said. “He was an exceptional man of character, courage, integrity and compassion. This park will forever serve as a lasting tribute to his remarkable legacy and as a reminder to all residents of his service and sacrifices on behalf of the nation.”

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Complimentary sunscreen now available at Town of Hempstead-operated beaches and pools

upervisor Don Clavin was recently joined at Hewlett Point Park in East Rockaway by Dr. Adhi Sharma, Mount Sinai South Nassau chief medical officer and executive vice president of Clinical and Professional Affairs, along with members of the Hempstead Town Board, to announce the implementation of complimentary sunscreen dispensers at town-operated beaches and pool complexes. Hewlett Point Park is one of 23 Town of Hempstead recreational facilities that will offer SPF 30 sunscreen via conveniently located dispensers at no cost to the public as part of a joint initiative between America’s largest township and Mount Sinai. This announcement by Clavin and Sharma was also made by Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Councilman Bruce Blakeman, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, Councilman Dennis Dunne, Councilman Tom Muscarella, Councilman Chris Carini, Town Clerk Kate Murray and Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll. “It is vitally important that members of the public take sun safety precautions while enjoying our beautiful Town of Hempstead beaches, pools and parks,” Clavin said. “The addition

summer health and safety program,” Sharma said. “Mount Sinai South Nassau’s promise to the communities and resident of the South Shore is to ensure that they always have convenient access to high-quality, compassionate medical and healthcare services. This program is a small, but important example of our enduring commitment to fulfilling that promise.” The joint effort between the Town of Hempstead and Mount Sinai South From left: Town Clerk Kate Murray, Nassau to provide sunscreen at no Dr. Adhi Sharma, Councilman cost to the public at pools and beaches Anthony D’Esposito, Supervisor Don is part of an ongoing educational Clavin and Receiver Jeanine Driscoll initiative spearheaded by the Town demonstrating the use of the new of Hempstead to spread awareness and free sunscreen dispensers about the harmful effects of overex(Photo courtesy of the Town of posure to the sun. Large amounts Hempstead) of unprotected sun exposure can of these dispensers containing potentially lead to damaging health complimentary sunscreen at area conditions such as skin cancer—the recreational facilities is a palpable step most commonly diagnosed cancer America’s largest township is taking to in the United States according to the safeguard pool visitors and beachgoUnited States Department of Health ers against overexposure to the sun. & Human Services, with more than 5 Thank you to Dr. Sharma and the team million people treated each year. at Mount Sinai South Nassau for their The rollout of the new sunscreen efforts in helping us expand access to dispensers is ongoing at several sunscreen for our residents.” township pools and beaches. The full “This is the fourth year that we have list of recreational complexes offering proudly partnered with the Town of the SPF 30 sunblock are as follows: Hempstead to provide this essential Averill Park Pool

Echo Park Pool Harold Walker Memorial Park Pool Rath Park Pool Roosevelt Pool Oceanside Park Pool Newbridge Road Park Pool Veterans Memorial Park Pool Forest City Park Pool Atlantic Beach East Beach East Atlantic Beach Hewlett Point Park Pool Town Park Point Lookout Beach Lido Park Beach The Sands Lido West Beach Slate Lane Pool, Levittown Acorn Lane Pool, Levittown Bluegrass Lane Pool, Levittown Azalea Lane Pool, Levittown Jerusalem Ave Pool, Levittown West Village Green Pool, Levittown Parkway Pool, Levittown “The science surrounding sun safety is abundantly clear—wear sunscreen and plenty of it,” Clavin said. “With the implementation of these dispensers and the complimentary sunscreen they offer, members of the public are now able to enjoy many of Hempstead Town’s pristine beaches, sprawling parks and cool pools knowing they are within reach of potentially lifesaving sunscreen.” —Submitted by the Town of Hempstead

Town Partners With Team Boomer To Host Shoe Collection Drive Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand and the Town Board recently announced that the town will partner with Team Boomer of the Boomer Esiason Foundation for Cystic Fibrosis to host a shoe collection drive. Residents are invited to donate any type of shoe in good condition at one of the following Drop-Off Locations: Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa), the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage), and the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 S. Broadway, Hicksville). “The Boomer Esiason Foundation for Cystic Fibrosis is responsible for lifesaving work in our community,” Hand said. “Not only does the a cure for cystic fibrosis, but they also organization fund some of the most provide critical resources and services talented scientists and researchers, who every day come closer to finding for individuals currently living with

Cystic Fibrosis. All proceeds from this shoe collection drive will go directly to the foundation as they work toward

their mission of heightening awareness, education and quality of life for those affected by cystic fibrosis, while also providing financial support to research aimed at finding a cure.” The town’s collection drive will run through Aug. 1. Drop-off bins will be available on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Rd., Massapequa), the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave., Bethpage) and the Hicksville Athletic Center (167 S. Broadway, Hicksville). For more about the Boomer Esiason Foundation and their mission, residents can visit www.esiason.org/. If residents have specific questions about this collection drive, they may call the Town of Oyster Bay at 516-624-6380. —Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

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Empire Amtrak Corridor Improvements Are Easier Said Than Done Remember Governor Cuomo’s commission to study improvements to Amtrak Empire Corridor service from New York City to Albany and on to Buffalo? This has been discussed and studied on and off for decades. No one could figure out how to find several billion to pay for this consultants’ dream. As a result, it will never advance beyond the planning feasibility study and environmental review process. Improvements to increase capacity, reliability and speed were previously proposed in the 2005 Hudson Line Rail Road Corridor Transportation Plan and 2009 New York State Department of Transportation Rail Plan. The Empire Corridor High Speed Rail Environmental Impact Statement has been ongoing for 11 years. Amtrak has their own short and long-range capital plans. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has both a $51 billion 2020-24 Capital Plan and a 2020-40 Capital Needs Assessment Plan. (This was originally promised to be released by Cuomo and the MTA in December 2019, but is now 18 months late). All of these documents clearly outline what capital funding is needed to maintain both a State of Good Repair for existing equipment, facilities and services as well as

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safety, security and any future system expansion projects and programs. Most tracks along the corridor between Albany and New York City run along the Hudson River. Many sections are adjacent to wetlands. There is no room to add additional tracks or eliminate curves to support increasing speed up to 110 miles per hour for high speed rail. The costs for adjacent land acquisition, business and residential relocation would be prohibitive. Metro North has a fleet of dual-mode locomotives, which could provide service north of Poughkeepsie on to Rhinecliff, Hudson and Albany. Those who believe in NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) living in communities north of Poughkeepsie years ago would not allow the MTA and Metro North to even conduct a feasibility study for potential extension of Metro North service north beyond

Poughkeepsie. Even with speeds of 110 miles per hour, most people west of Albany—from Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse— would rather fly to New York City than take Amtrak. Real high-speed rail is 200 miles or more per hour as available in Europe or Japan. Air travel would still be faster by several hours. It might make more sense to just add additional service between New York City and Albany along with Niagara Falls to Albany. Rather than increasing speed, potential new customers could be attracted by increasing the frequency of service to various intermediate destinations from New York City to Albany and Niagara Falls to Albany. This requires purchase of additional equipment and increase in operating subsidies. There is also the need for more grade-crossing improvements and feeder bus services to other smaller cities and towns adjacent to existing Amtrak stations. These costs might run up to several hundred million and are more realistic than the billions needed to introduce high speed rail along the entire Empire Corridor. Most stations along this route, including Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, Schenectady and

Albany, have already been upgraded. Adding new intermediate stations, including Amsterdam and Dunkirk, might attract new riders. The real problem is finding money to make things happen. All too often funding for many studies or commissions would have been better spent on real capital and operating service improvements instead of lining the pockets of consultants. How many studies end up on the shelf of planners collecting dust? How many times do we end up with a series of press conferences and news releases designed to provide free publicity for elected officials to grease the wheels for future elections? These same elected officials promise a bright future but leave riders holding an empty bag. Amtrak high speed train from New York City to Albany and on to Buffalo is just not a cost-effective investment. —Larry Penner—transportation advocate, historian and writer who previously worked for the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York Office. This included the development, review, approval and oversight for billions in capital projects and programs for the MTA, NYC Transit, Long Island Rail Road, Metro North Rail Road, MTA Bus along with 30 other transit agencies in NY & NJ.

Providing A Safe Space For LGBTQ+ Teens Recently, I spoke with a mother who was navigating an issue that has become increasingly common for many families here on Long Island and across the nation. Her 12-year-old daughter told her that she thinks she may be a lesbian, but that she’s feeling confused. The mom asked me how to best approach this conversation so her daughter would feel comfortable sharing her thoughts without fear of being judged or rejected. The first thing I told this mom was that it’s very promising to hear that she is keeping the lines of communication open and assuring her daughter that she can trust her family to be supportive as she ponders these deeply personal

gender and/or sexual identity. Research indicates that a growing number of teenagers are identifying themselves with nontraditional gender labels such as transgender or gender-fluid, and our experience backs that up. Regardless of the names that are used, one thing is a constant: When young people face disapproval from their families based on preferences or gender issues, they are Elissa Smilowitz far more likely to experience depression, anxiety, substance questions. use and suicidal thoughts. More and more, we see Research from the Centers clients at the Guidance Center for Disease Control and who identify as part of the Prevention reveals the dangers LGBTQ+ community; some of rejection. The CDC reports call themselves gay or lesbian, that LGBTQ+ youth contemwhile others are exploring their plate suicide at almost three

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Hiking And John Muir John Muir, the 19th century Scottish-American naturalist, has been credited with a quote so absolute in its simplicity that its suggestion literally beckons. “Come to the woods, for here is rest” is one of the most profoundly true statements of our time. Perhaps that is why hiking has become an increasingly popular activity. There is something about nature that has the power to calm frazzled nerves, lower blood pressure, boost your mood and build bone density. Studies have shown that hiking is a wonderful workout for the heart. It helps to lower blood sugar levels, helps to strengthen your lower body muscles and even helps with balance. Hiking is an activity that requires nothing more than a backpack with some bottled water and a good solid pair of sneakers. We began hiking back in 2013, when our daughter began to discover trails in our area with friends. Sometimes, we hiked together as a family. Other times, Hubby and I braved the trails together and found respite, peace and a delight for our senses. Hiking puts one literally into the moment, for the sights and sounds of nature occupy the mind and clear it at once. Familiar trails almost breed a sense of Zen-like calm,

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while the sound of hiking shoe against dirt or rocks can lull and brighten even the sourest mood. As we hiked during the early springtime, the air was sweet with the fragrance of new plants as they peered their heads above the dried

discovering who they are, and for some, that brings up issues have been physically surrounding their sexual assaulted, kicked or preferences and gender shoved. identity. As the CDC research • 26 percent say their shows, parental response is biggest problems are not enormously important. feeling accepted by their Youth who are exploring family. Other top these issues need the unconconcerns include trouble ditional support of their famiat school/bullying and lies, as they do with any other fear to be out/open. life concerns. They need to • More than half (54%) know they can be themselves say they have been without risking judgment. verbally harassed and The best response is clear: called names Express unconditional love and involving anti-gay slurs. acceptance. Whether or not an • LGBTQ+ youth are more adolescent ends up identifying than twice as likely as as LGBTQ+ doesn’t change non-LGBTQ+ youth to the fact that parents need to be experiment with alcohol calm and supportive. Tell them and drugs. you will love them the same no • 92 percent say they hear matter what, and that you are negative messages about there for them always. being LGBTQ+. The There are some great top sources are school, the resources to help you on this Internet and their peers. journey. One is The LGBT Kids around the ages Network, an association of of 12 to 13 are at a time in non-profit organizations their lives when they are working to serve the LGBTQ+

leaves that fell during the fall. As the spring air warmed, we noticed different plants along the dirt paths as the seasons began to change. We reveled in the wonderfully sweet fragrances of Autumn Olive and Multiflora Rose, which grew abundantly on many of the paths we chose. The soft ground yielded beneath our feet, which released the fragrance of warm soil and sunshine. We found a few trails that led to the water, where the sea breezes kissed the perspiration at our temples and soothed us until we were ready to take to the trails again. Here and there, black and yellow garden snakes slithered across the trails, their sunbathing interrupted by our arrival. Birds twittered in the trees, while chipmunks alerted their own with a resounding “chip-chipchip.” Every now and again, a horse and rider would lumber past, the soft clip-clop of hoof against dirt lulling us ever into the present moment. There is no experience that puts you more in touch with your soul than hiking. One of the great joys of living on Long Island are the many trails that are available to walk. I was recently invited to join a group on Facebook with hikers from all over the area. Just when Hubby and I thought community of Long Island and Queens throughout their lifespan. It includes a group specifically for young people, called the Long Island Gay and Lesbian Youth (LIGALY), which works to build community, provide a home and safe space for all, end anti-LGBTQ+ bullying and prevent suicide. Nationally, The Trevor Project also provides lots of helpful information. If your child or teen shows signs of depression or other mental health challenges, don’t hesitate to get help from a professional. To make an appointment at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, or email intake@ northshorechildguidance.org or call 516-626-1971. —Elissa Smilowitz is the director of Triage, Emergency & Suicide Prevention at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, Long Island’s leading children’s mental health agency.

we had exhausted all the trails here, we found so many more with so much to offer. For example, although the approach is a bit harrowing, Nissequogue River State Park in Kings Park is a beautiful combination of woods and water, with towering bluffs to enjoy. Blydenburgh Park in Smithtown offers a dog run and multiple trails around Stump Pond, Long Island’s second largest lake. Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick is a plant and wildlife sanctuary that offers beautiful views of the New York City Skyline, Jones Beach Tower and the waterways surrounding this former landfill. Goats are used to “mow the grass” while preserving the environment. Avalon Park in Stony Brook is another great way to spend the day, with a newly landscaped labyrinth garden, waterfall and beautiful views of both forest and open fields. Don’t forget to bring a note to put in the Silver Sphere. While hiking the Nissequogue River trail, Hubby and I turned a sharp curve that could be considered a “switchback” by cyclists. In the center of the trail was a beautiful doe. She considered us for several moments as her tail twitched, her ears alert as she chewed on some freshly picked wild

grass. We stood stock still, humbled by the beautiful sight. A moment later, she pranced off into the wood and disappeared. It was an amazing experience. Last week, Hubby and I found a wonderful little spot near Oyster Bay. The Hope Goddard Iselin Preserve is a wonderful little trail that is rich with wildlife and flora that are a delight to the senses. As we walked, I felt a tap on my shoulder. Hubby had picked a handful of wild black raspberries and mock strawberries that were more delicious than the cultivated varieties. I breathed a sigh of happiness as I munched and hiked, grateful for the adventure and the ability to enjoy the wonderful trails that Long Island has to offer. If you decide to hike any of the trails on Long Island, please use tick repellent and wear light-colored clothing. Check yourself frequently for ticks and avoid overgrown brush. Be certain to remain on the trail for your own safety, have a good pair of durable sneakers and never go without a buddy. As an anonymous quote states, “There is no WiFi in the forest. But you will make a better connection.” Happy trails. —Patty Servidio is an Anton Media Group columnist.

Gender Identity Terms

• Gender identity: A person’s deeply held internal sense of being male or female or somewhere else on the gender spectrum. • Sex assigned at birth: The classification people are given at birth regarding sex and, typically, gender, usually based on genitalia. • Transgender: A person whose gender identity is different, and often fully opposite, from their sex assigned at birth. • Cisgender: A person whose gender identity is the same as their sex assigned at birth. • Gender nonbinary: A person who identifies as both male and female, or somewhere in between male and female. • Gender fluid: Your sense of where you are on the spectrum of male to female can change over time, even from day to day.

Sexual Identity Terms

• Lesbian: A woman who wants to be in a relationship with another woman. • Gay: A man who wants to be in a relationship with an other man (though sometimes lesbians also use this term). • Bisexual: Someone who is sexually attracted to both men and women. • Pansexual: Someone who is interested in having relationships with all genders.

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The John L. Miller-Great Neck for her “unsurpassed love of knowlNorth High School presented two edge, a dedication to the arts, a prestigious awards at its graduation passion for athletics and an endless ceremony—the Alan L. Gleitsman commitment to the betterment of her Outstanding Graduate school and her fellow Award and the Genelle classmates.” The Taney Taney Memorial Award recipient should Award. possess a combination of The late Alan these qualities. The award Gleitsman, a 1947 is based solely on merit. graduate of then-Great One quarter of the award Neck High School, must be contributed by established the Alan L. the recipient to a charity Gleitsman Outstanding of his/her choice, subject Graduate Award in to the approval of the 1988 to be given anaward trustees. The award nually to a North High was established in Taney’s School graduating memory in 2006. Arabella Mina Nabavian senior. Gleitsman winNotar-Francesco is the ners must place within winner of the 2021 Taney the top 10 percent of Award. Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer (R–Westbury) presented members their graduating class, Notar-Francesco of the Carle Place Fire Department with service bars to honor their dedicated uphold a high level of was president of the service during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We thank the brave men and women quality involvement in North High chapter of of our emergency services for service above and beyond the call of duty,” student activities, be the Tri-M Music Honor Schaefer stated. —Submitted by the Office of Legislator Laura Schaefer dedicated to the school Society, president of and the well-being of Junior Players, co-foundfellow students and er and president of the have a commitment school’s Book Club to pursue further edand a chairperson for ucation on the college the New York State Notar-Francesco Thespian Board. She level. Mina Nabavian Arabella (Photos courtesy of Great Oyster Bay is the winner of the tutored younger students Neck Public Schools) Town Supervisor 2021 Gleitsman Award. as a Peer Mentor and Joseph Saladino Nabavian was featured previously as served as a Peer Leader. Arabella and Town Counthe North High Valedictorian. was a member of the orchestra and a cilman Tom Hand Genelle B. Taney was a 2003 North varsity athlete on the volleyball team. recently joined High graduate who died at age 19, afNotar-Francesco will attend Boston with Farmingdale ter a long and courageous battle with University. resident and World cancer. Taney was the 2003 Gleitsman —Submitted by Great Neck War II veteran Award recipient and is remembered Public Schools Ed Dionian in celebrating his 100th birthday. Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph brave men and women of the United Dionian is a World Saladino and the town board will States Armed Forces,” Saladino said. War II veteran who proudly host the 7th Annual “Shootout for “Whether you enjoy lacrosse or are served in the Soldiers” 24-Hour Lacrosse Benefit just looking for a fun-family event, Armed Forces until Game at the Town of Oyster Bay’s I invite residents to be a part of the 1956. He secured Field of Dreams, located on Old festivities.” an amazing legacy of dedicated service and after returning home from Sunrise Highway in Massapequa. The charitable funds raised at service, he began to work for Nassau County to continue doing good This year’s round-the-clock event Shootout for Soldiers will benefit the work in the best interest of the residents. Saladino and Hand joined with begins on the morning of July 22 at 9 Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund, the Dionian and his assembled family and friends to celebrate his 100th a.m. and continues non-stop for 24 Long Island Air Force Association, birthday, honor him as an American hero and thank him for his dedicated hours until July 23 at 9 a.m. The event Team Red White and Blue and the service by presenting him with a Hometown Heroes banner that will be benefits veterans and active duty Joseph J. Theinert Memorial Fund. on display in one of the Town of Oyster Bay Parks through Veterans Day. military personnel. The Long Island The event features 24 continuous (Photo courtesy of the Town of Oyster Bay) Air Force Association will conduct 1-hour sessions. The score is cumua special ceremony on July 22 at lative, resulting in unique scores for 5 p.m. to honor Vietnam veterans a lacrosse game with totals reaching Last minute changes will be posted The Roslyn School District into the hundreds. Participants inon the district website. The following and present them with medals that Board of Education has approved commemorate their service in the clude children, adults, seniors, youth, is the schedule of meetings: August their calendar of meetings for the conflict. Adding to the spectacle, high school, college players and Meetings to be determined - 7 a.m., 2021-22 school year. All meetings will be a parachute landing on the veterans. Teams that accommodate are scheduled for Thursday evenings Sept. 2, Sept. 23, Oct. 7, Oct. 21, field conducted by the “All Veterans players with special needs are also Nov. 4, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, Jan. 20, 2022, at 8 p.m. in Roslyn High School, Group,” which will deliver the official scheduled to play. Feb. 3, 2022, March 3, 2022, March unless noted otherwise. Additional ball. For more information, visit www. 24, 2022, April 7, 2022, April 26, meetings may be scheduled, or “Shootout for Soldiers is a terrific shootoutforsoldiers.com or contact 2022 - BOCES Budget Vote, May 5, the schedule may be adjusted as Harry Jacobs at longisland@shootout2022 - Budget Hearing, May 17, 2022 game that provides local lacrosse needed throughout the school year. players a chance to enjoy a sport forsoldiers.com or at 516-315-3002. - Budget Vote and Election, June Agendas and minutes for meetings they love in a unique way while also —Submitted by the 2, 2022, June 23, 2022 - End of Year are available at www.roslynschools. raising charitable funds to support the Town of Oyster Bay Business Meeting. org on the board of education page.

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Bay Constables Recognized For Lifesaving Efforts Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Oyster Bay Town Board recently honored Town Bay Constables Joe Rogers and Taylor Plank for their lifesaving efforts to rescue a vessel in danger. While patrolling our North Shore, Rogers and Plank received a call that a vessel was taking on water out on the harbor. They quickly sprang into action to secure the vessel, saving all passengers onboard, towing the vessel back to shore and ensuring no one was injured in the process. Had it not been for the swift actions of these two Bay Constables, this situation could’ve ended very differently. Saladino proudly commended Plank and Rogers for demonstrating an ability to act quickly and skillfully when fellow citizens are in need. (Photo courtesy of the Town of Oyster Bay)

Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato reminds residents that the second half of the 2021 General Tax Levy was due and payable July 1, but can be paid without penalty through Aug. 10. “New York State law allows my office to provide taxpayers with a 40day penalty free period from the date the tax is due during which payment may be made without penalty,” Pravato said. “After the 40 days, state law requires a one percent penalty be added for each month the tax remains unpaid, retroactive to July 1. So make your payment before Aug. 10 and don’t delay and you will ensure you aren’t paying more out of pocket than you need to.” Be certain to sign your check, payable to Jeffrey P. Pravato, Receiver of Taxes. Indicate your property’s S.D. Code, section, block, lot and phone number on the check. Taxes can be paid in any one of the following ways: • In person: Residents can pay in person at Town Hall North, 74 Audrey Ave. in Oyster Bay and at Town Hall South,

977 Hicksville Rd, in Massapequa. The tax office is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and for the extended hours of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Aug. 9 and Aug. 10. Drop boxes have been installed at both Town Hall North and Town Hall South for residents to make payments when the tax office is closed. • Through the mail: All payments must have a United States Postal Service postmark dated on or before Aug. 10. Send your check or money order to Jeffrey P. Pravato, Receiver of Taxes, 74 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay, NY 11771. • Online: Pay online for a reduced fee of 75 cents using your checking account or for a much higher fee by credit card. American Express, Master Card or VISA credit card are accepted. The Town of Oyster Bay does not receive any of the service fees. Go to www. oysterbaytown.com/departments/receiver-of-taxes/ for more information. To contact the tax office, email receiveroftaxes@oysterbay-ny.gov or call 516-624-6400.

The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program has received a $25,000 grant from Northwell Health Cancer Institute to provide services to medically underserved breast cancer patients. This grant offers support services through the Program’s tollfree breast cancer hotline, educational forums in Spanish and Cafecito, a Spanish-language support group. “Our program continues to expand services to meet the needs of the community, which includes Spanishspeaking breast cancer patients,” Hotline and Support Program Director Reyna Machado said. The grant was facilitated by Dr. Karen Kostroff, Chief of Breast Surgery at Northwell Health and a board member of the Adelphi Program. “I have great respect for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program,” Kostroff said, “having been on the board for nearly 35 years and seeing the extraordinary work they do in the community.” The monies granted to the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program come from Northwell Health’s Breast Cancer Initiative Fund. Kostroff said, “We are very selective with who we choose to benefit from these funds and appreciate our donors who make it possible.” Breast cancer remains the leading

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cause of cancer deaths in Hispanic women living in the United States. Studies demonstrate that the disease tends to affect Hispanic women at a younger age and is more aggressive in them than in many other populations. The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program has been integral in supporting medically underserved communities with bilingual education and access to care to improve health outcomes. To reach a social worker or volunteer at the breast cancer hotline, call 800877-8077. You are not alone.

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Massapequa Garden Club Meets The Massapequa Park Garden Club meets at 7:30 p.m. at Massapequa Park Village Hall, 151 Front St., Massapequa Park. Installation of new officers, catching up with other members and making plans for the coming year will be on the agenda. There are so many beautiful gardens in the Massapequas. The club would like to invite their owners to attend the meeting and possibly join the club. The club hosts monthly speakers and holds a yearly plant sale and a popular “fun-raiser” each spring. For further information, contact Mary Ann Elliott at 516-798-5861.

THURSDAY, JULY 22 Live at Five Presented by the Science Museum of Long Island at the Leeds Pond Preserve, 1526 North Plandome Road, Manhasset. Doors open at 5 p.m., science activities and nature walks from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and music starting at 6:30 p.m. Local bands, food and beverage vendors, guest speakers, themed science activities and nature walks. Musical guest is Half Step, performing the music of the Grateful Dead. Admission for non-members is $20 per person $10 per child (18 and under). Tickets will come on a first come first serve basis. Parking will be reserved for pre-registered guests. Visit www.smli.org for info.

Build-a-Boat Workshop The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, presents an opportunity for adults and kids to design and build a unique wooden vessel from a variety of wooden materials and string. Bring your imagination. Also on Sunday, July 25. Cost is $10/ participant. Museum is open from noon to 5 p.m. Learn more and get tickets at www.cshwhalingmuseum. org or call 631-367-3418.

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Splashdance Hosted at 2 p.m. by Landmark on Main, 301 Main St., Port Washington. Featuring the Valerie Green/Dance Entropy company leading upbeat and energetic outdoor dances in the parking lot. The program will include audience participation throughout, encouraging creativity, discovery and inquiry for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs. Rain date is Sunday, July 25. Tickets are $20/reserved, $15/general admission. Tickets and information at www.landmarkonmainstreet.org or call 516-767-1384.

Empire State Ride Long Island Held from 7 a.m. to noon at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, 25 West End Ave., Oyster Bay. This one-day biking event benefits cancer patients at Catholic Health on Long Island and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo. Routes are 10, 25 and 62 miles. Cost to enter is $25. Visit

Ivy League Comics The Landmark on Main, 301 Main St., Port Washington, presents two members of the Ivy League of Comedy at 7 p.m. in the parking lot. Carmen Lynch has performed on prominent late night TV shows and in the newly released documentary Hysterical (Hulu)

Sunday Music Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury, presents from 3 to 4 p.m. cellist Suzanne Mueller and guitarist Christopher Gotzen-Berg in an eclectic program including works by Bach, Duplessy, Saint-Saens and more. Concert held on the lawn outside the Barn at Orchard Hill or inside the Barn in case of inclement weather or extreme heat. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Included with admission. Tickets and information at www.oldwestburygardens.org or call 516-333-0048.

MONDAY, JULY 26 The Nazi Olympics The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County will host this virtual program from 7 to 9 p.m. HMTC marks the opening of the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo with a film screening and discussion of a documentary about the 1936 Olympic Games held in Berlin. Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and research, The Nazi Games reveals how the Olympic Games were shaped by the collaboration of interests between Hitler and the ambitious members of the International Olympic

Committee. Commentary will be provided by David Klevan, education outreach specialist at the William Levine Family Institute for Holocaust Education at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington. Visit www. hmtcli.org to get a Zoom link.

The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County will host a virtual program on the Nazi Olympics on July 26.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 28 Mindful Art Join a Nassau County Museum of Art educator for Mindful Mornings from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mindful looking invites us to observe, question, and reflect without hurry, distraction or judgment. Explore one work, maybe two, in the galleries and grounds, focusing on color, texture and form with a chance to experience art using all our senses. Cost is $20/non-members. Visit www. nassau,museum.org to register.

THURSDAY, JULY 29 Candlelight Concert The Town of North Hempstead hosts the Concerts by Candlelight series, in which residents will be admitted on a first come, first serve basis and capacity will be limited in compliance with social distancing guidelines. At 7:30 p.m., A Decade of Soul (classic soul and Motown) will perform at Whitney Pond Park, 133 Valley Rd, Manhasset. Restroom facilities will be available. For more information, call 516-869-6311.

FRIDAY, JULY 30 Mobile Health Clinic The Molloy College Community Care Initiative Mobile Clinic will be in front of the Hempstead Public Library starting at noon to provide wellness screenings and referrals. Everything is free, no insurance is necessary. Patients of all ages are welcome, so bring the entire family. The library is at 115 James A Garner Way in Hempstead.

Class Reunion The 41st reunion of the Hicksville Enjoy music for High School Class of 1980 will be held cello and guitar on Saturday, Aug. 7, at the Heritage at the Old West- Club in Bethpage from 7:30 to 11:30 bury Gardens on p.m. If interested contact Rosemarie DeFazio at rosemarie.albert2@gmail. July 25. (Piro4D | Pixabay) com.

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Officer Injured In Massapequa In Strange Incident The Seventh Precinct reports an incident that occurred on July 10 at 11:30 a.m. in Massapequa. While officers were on routine patrol, they noticed a male running in the roadway naked and covered in feces. The male was known to the officers from prior interactions. After getting the man safely out of the roadway they tried to restrain him for his safety. During this process one of the officers suffered an injury to his right shoulder and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The officer was treated and released. The male was transported to a local

As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and was transported to an area hospital in Five Arrested critical condition. In Bethpage Robbery A brake and safety inspection were The Eighth Squad reports the arrest performed on the Jeep Cherokee. of five males on July 11 at 11:15 p.m. in The male operator of the Jeep, 55, Bethpage for a robbery. remained at the scene and was not According to detectives, defeninjured. The investigation is ongoing. dant’s 18-year-old Raymond Duarte of Levittown, 20-year-old Timothy New Cassel Woman Arrested For Assault Brown of Manhattan, 18-year-old Third Squad Safwan Khan of New Hyde Park and two male juveniles met with two male Detectives report the arrest of a New victims, ages 20 and 27, who were Cassel woman known to them from past interacfor an assault that tions. They met in front of a 7/11 located at 497 Stewart Ave., where an occurred on July 14 at 11 a.m. in altercation between the two groups New Cassel. occurred, resulting in verbal threats According to being made to the victims, putting Jennifer Pettway detectives, officers (Photo courtesy of them in fear for their safety. The NCPD) responded to a victims left the scene and reported the incident to Nassau County Police, residential apartment building located at 1120 Broadway for a disturbance. while also informing police that the Upon their arrival, officers disdefendants had forcefully taken an covered that Jennifer Pettway, 40, item belonging to one of the victims earlier the same day. An investigation was involved in a dispute with her neighbor. Pettway became enraged was conducted and the defendants and threatened to kill her. The female were soon after located near the victim, 51, then called police fearing intersection of Nevada Street and for her safety. North Broadway and placed under Pettway was irate and violent arrest without further incident. towards the responding officers, All five defendants are charged throwing items out of her apartment, with second-degree robbery. Brown refusing to come outside and speak is also charged with third-degree criminal mischief. All defendants were with police. The officers at the scene immediately requested assistance arraigned on July 13 in First District from the Emergency Services Unit. Court in Hempstead. While Emergency Service officers Serious Accident were attempting to speak with Pettway In Levittown Investigated at the door to the apartment, an officer The Eighth Squad report the placed his plastic protection shield in details of a serious auto accident that the doorway to prevent her from closoccurred on July 14 at 6:05 p.m. ing the door. Pettway began pulling on According to detectives, while heading southbound on Wantagh Avenue, operating a 2020 Honda motorcycle, a 20-year-old male was involved in a collision with a southbound 2008 Jeep Cherokee, north of Red Maple Drive.

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FARMINGDALE Ewald Appel, of Farmingdale died on June 21. Devoted husband of the late Ann. Loving father of Michael (Sue Ann) and Diane Farley (John). Cherished papa of John (Kathy), Kevin (Sair), Ryan, Lindsay and Kaela. Arrangements entrusted to the McCourt and Trudden Funeral Home, Inc. Interment Calverton National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Kilian Outreach are appreciated.

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continued from page xx LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MUNSEY PARK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing and meeting will be held before and by the Board of Appeals of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park, Nassau County, New York at the Village Hall, 1777 Northern Blvd., in said Village, on MONDAY August 2, 2021 at 7 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Sforza of 68 Sully Place, in said Village, designated as Section 3, Block 178, Lot(s) 140 on the Land and Tax Map of Nassau County. The variance is to legalize the expansion of the pool deck on the South side of Sully Drive distant 182.35 feet of Hunt Lane, contrary to Section(s) of the Village Code 200.8 B in that the maximum building area is 25% of the lot area and 29.4% was constructed. The above application is on file at the Village Hall, 1777 Northern Boulevard, Munsey Park, New York where it may be seen during regular business hours. All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard at said time and place. 7-21-2021-1T-#225856-MAN LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MUNSEY PARK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing and meeting will be held before and by the Board of Appeals of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park, Nassau County, New York at the Village Hall, 1777 Northern Blvd., in said Village, on MONDAY August 2, 2021 at 7 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Zheng of 417 Park Avenue, in said Village, designated as Section 3, Block 105, Lots(s) 10 on the Land and Tax Map of Nassau County. The variance is to construct a new portico and rear addition on the North Side of Park Avenue distant 156.58 feet East of Eakins Road, contrary to Section(s) of the Village Code: 200.19 A in that the front yard shall not be less than 26 feet or the average front setbacks of each of the abutting properties. The average front setback is 57.75 feet and 24.5 is existing. 200.16 D where a minimum OSR of 2.0 is required and 1.94 is proposed. 200.20 E in that one story porches or vestibules shall not project more than 5’ into the front yard where a setback of 52.75 feet is required and 21 feet is proposed. 200.17 B where a maximum FAR of 25% is allowed and 25.5% is proposed. The above application is on file at the Village Hall, 1777 Northern Boulevard, Munsey Park, New York where it may be seen during regular business hours. All interested persons will be

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given an opportunity to be heard at said time and place. 7-21-2021-1T-#225857-MAN LEGAL NOTICE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MUNSEY PARK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing and meeting will be held before and by the Board of Appeals of the Incorporated Village of Munsey Park, Nassau County, New York at the Village Hall, 1777 Northern Blvd., in said Village, on MONDAY August 2, 2021 at 7 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Russell of 800 Park Avenue, in said Village, designated as Section 3, Block 173, Lot(s) 62 on the Land and Tax Map of Nassau County. The variance is to legalize a generator installation in a side yard on the South side of Park Avenue distant 230 Feet west of Morse Lane, contrary to Sections(s) of the Village Code 200.36.1 in that generators must be installed in the rear yard. The above application is on file at the Village Hall, 1777 Northern Boulevard, Munsey Park, New York where it may be seen during regular business hours. All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard at said time and place. 7-21-2021-1T-#225858-MAN LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS INC. VILLAGE OF PLANDOME MANOR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed proposals are sought and requested for the furnishing of all materials and doing all the work necessary in accordance with plans and specifications for ROAD REPAIRS, NORTH PLANDOME ROAD - Project No. 1-2021-PLM in the Village of Plandome Manor. The sealed proposals must be made upon the form of bid furnished and will be received at the Office of the Village Clerk, Village of Plandome Manor, 55 Manhasset Avenue, in Manhasset, until 11:00am on August 4, 2021, at which time they will be publicly opened by the Village Clerk and read aloud. The Village may be contacted by phone at 516-627-3701. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes, addressed to the Board of Trustees of the Village of Plandome Manor, and shall bear on the face thereof the name and address of the bidder and shall be clearly marked “Bid Submission for Road Repairs, North Plandome Road - Project No. 1-2021-PLM”. Bids may be mailed or delivered to the Village of Plandome Manor, 55 Manhasset Avenue, Manhasset, New York, 11030, but must arrive on or before the time above specified. The specifications, instructions to bidders, form of bid or proposal, and form of contract, will be available at the

Village office, 55 Manhasset Avenue, in Manhasset, Monday thru Thursday, except holidays, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., and Fridays between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M. beginning on July 21, 2021. A fee of one hundred dollars ($100) made payable to the Village of Plandome Manor will be required for a copy of the plans, specifications, detail sheets, proposal and contract form. Said fee will be refunded, provided bidders comply with §102.2 of the General Municipal Law of the State of New York, and upon submission of a completed voucher form. Each bid or proposal must be accompanied by the deposit of a certified check or bid bond in a sum equal to five (5%) percent of the bid amount, made payable to the “Village of Plandome Manor”, as assurance that the bid is made in good faith. The Village of Plandome Manor reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive any informalities, and to accept such bid which, in its opinion, is in the best interest of the Village. By order of the Board of Trustees. Dated: July 21, 2021 Issue Date: July 21, 2021 RANDI MALMAN VILLAGE CLERK 7-21-2021-1T-#225821-MAN LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an order granted by the Supreme Court, Nassau County, on the 16 day of June, 2021, bearing Index Number 345-21, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk, located at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, NY grants me the right to assume the name of Bianca Maria DeGaudenzi. The city and state of my present address are Manhasset, NY; the month and year of my birth are December, 1969; the place of my birth is Brooklyn, New York; my present name is Biancamaria Rossella Scaramellino. 7-21-2021-1T-#225823-MAN LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of North Hempstead at Town Hall, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New York on August 5, 2021 at 7:00 P.M., to consider an appeal by the owner of 22 Shore Drive, Plandome, New York 11030, identified on the Nassau County Land and Tax Map as Section 3, Block 182, Lots 7 and 9, from a decision of the Commissioner of Building Safety, Inspection and Enforcement that disapproved an application for a structure permit under Chapter 42 of the Town Code of the Town of North Hempstead for the construction of a 4 foot by 275 foot wide pier

with 16 foot by 18 foot wide boat lift, 45 foot by 3 foot wide ramp and 30 foot by 8 foot wide floating dock. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that all interested persons shall have an opportunity to be heard concerning this appeal at the public hearing. Dated: Manhasset, New York July 8, 2021 BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD WAYNE H. WINK, JR. TOWN CLERK 7-21-2021-1T-#225876-MAN

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of North Hempstead on the 5th day of August, 2021, at 7:00 o’clock in the evening for the purpose of considering the adoption of the following ordinance: MANHASSET AVENUE – MANHASSET Section l. All motor or other vehicles of any kind shall comply with the following: PROPOSAL: RESCIND: 1. T.O. #41-2007 Adopted December 11, 2007 MANHASSET AVENUE – NORTH SIDE – ONE HOUR PARKING – 7:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M. - EXCEPT SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS – From a point 275 feet west of the west curbline of Plandome Road, west to a point 200 feet east of the east curbline of Manhasset Avenue (which is the L.I.R.R. bridge) ADOPT: 1. MANHASSET AVENUE – NORTH SIDE – NINTEY MINUTE PARKING – 7:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M. - EXCEPT SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS – From a point 275 feet west of the west curbline of Plandome Road, west to a point 200 feet east of the east curbline of Manhasset Avenue (which is the L.I.R.R. bridge). Section 2. All ordinances or

regulations heretofore adopted in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed. Section 3. PENALTIES: “A violation of this ordinance shall be punishable by a fine not in excess of Thirty ($30.00) Dollars, plus any surcharge payable to other governmental entities.” Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect ten days from the date of its publication and posting pursuant to Section 133 of the Town Law of the State of New York. Section 5. This ordinance shall be incorporated in the Uniform Traffic Code of the Town of North Hempstead. Dated: July 8, 2021 Manhasset, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD WAYNE H. WINK, JR. TOWN CLERK 7-21-2021-1T-#225877-MAN LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of North Hempstead on the 5th day of August, 2021, at 7:00 o’clock in the evening for the purpose of considering the adoption of the following ordinance: PLANDOME ROAD, MANHASSET, NEW YORK l. All motor or other vehicles of any kind shall comply with the following: PROPOSAL: RESCIND: 1. T.O. #42-1970 Adopted June 9, 1970 PLANDOME ROAD – EAST SIDE – ONE HOUR PARKING 7 A.M. TO 7 P.M. EXCEPT SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS From a point 30 feet north of the north curb line of Gaynor Avenue, north to a point 30 feet south of the south curb line of Vanderbilt Avenue. ADOPT: 1. PLANDOME ROAD – EAST SIDE – NO STOPPING ANY TIME From a point 30 feet from

the south curb line of Vanderbilt Avenue, South, for a distance of 53 feet. 2. PLANDOME ROAD – EAST SIDE – TWO HOUR PARKING 7 A.M. TO 7 P.M. EXCEPT SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS From a point 30 feet north of the north curb line of Gaynor Avenue, north to a point 83 feet south of the south curb line of Vanderbilt Avenue. Section 2. All ordinances or regulations heretofore adopted in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed. Section 3. PENALTIES: “A violation of this ordinance shall be punishable by a fine not in excess of Thirty ($30.00) Dollars, plus any surcharge payable to other governmental entities.” Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect ten days from the date of its publication and posting pursuant to Section 133 of the Town Law of the State of New York. Section 5. This ordinance shall be incorporated in the Uniform Traffic Code of the Town of North Hempstead. Dated: July 8, 2021 Manhasset, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD WAYNE H. WINK, JR. TOWN CLERK 7-21-2021-1T-#225878-MAN LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an order granted by the Supreme Court, NASSAU County, on the 22nd day of June, 2021, bearing Index Number 600349/2021, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk, located at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, NY grants me the right to assume the name of SHAWN RAFIE. The city and state of my present address are FLOWER HILL, NY; the month and year of my birth are FEBRUARY 1975; the place of my birth is TEHRAN IRAN; my present name is SHAHRIAR RAFIE. 7-21-2021-1T-#225880-MAN

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). If you think that everyone else is doing something better and more interesting, it’s just a symptom of the times. Remind yourself that anyone can only ever do their own best work or make the best of the given circumstance. For optimum results, believe this is good enough. Get behind it with your whole heart. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Follow the rules and guidelines and you’ll get an end product that’s identifiable, effective and consistent. Add a twist (perhaps a deliberate misinterpretation or violation of a rule) and you’ll also get the immense satisfaction of knowing your work is so unique it won’t be duplicated by anyone.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Some people react to work like they are allergic to it. The more contact they have, the worse the aggravation. Your approach is playful. If you can make a game out of it, you will. This is why you’ll be chosen for key assignments. People feel you can lessen the load for everyone. CANCER (June 22-July 22). While it is human nature to push the mind into a problem and make predictions as to what might happen next, it is also human nature to crave novelty, which will come quite naturally when you refrain from guessing about the future. You’re safe, and you’re free. Reduce expectation; open your arms; welcome tomorrow.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). World peace is an ideal so fantastical it’s hard to wrap the mind around. And though sometimes it feels like the odds are just as insurmountable for finding peace in your own heart, the ideal is actually not as impossible as it seems. Whatever is keeping that from happening, it can be overcome. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll gravitate toward ambiance that matches your inner mood, or the mood you wish you were in. Environments have greater influence than you’re comfortable with, as you prefer to think your psychic strength can override exterior circumstances. As long as you can enter and exit at will, you’re still powerfully in charge. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Matters have not yet reached the point in which you should take action. To move forward prematurely changes (lessens, ruins) the whole deal. So, you want to be a little patient, without waiting until someone pushes you; that’s too late. The moment of action is when your fear and anticipation meet an opening. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). While it would be fun to make an excellent plan and then sit back and watch it unfold, you’re also the supplier, the muscle on the ground, the transportation, the inspector and more. And actually, getting to take on multiple roles makes this process even more fun and brings many more opportunities past this one. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). When the aim is polite conversation, there are so many topics to avoid it’s easier to remember what to stick with. Your charm comes through when the subjects are breezy, and it’s amazing how much you learn by chatting about hobbies, leisure, things of regional interest and that old standby, the weather. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Even though your work takes time away from the pursuits you love, it also gives structure to your days that allows you to schedule those quests in a nearly ritualistic way, giving them a sense of the sacred that keeps you from breaking the appointment. In short, you get more done when you have more to do.

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omeday, they will suit up in the blue and gold of the Massapequa Chiefs, but this summer, hundreds of youngsters are learning the fundamentals of the sports they hope to eventually play at a higher level. After a one-year absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Massapequa School District’s popular summer sports skills camps have returned. The camps are running through July 30 at Massapequa High School and Berner Middle School. Most camps are one week but some are multiple weeks. Leading the program are varsity and junior varsity coaches, as well as current and former student athletes. The high school and college Shannon McEntee, Massapequa’s new director of physical education, assistants work with elementary and health, athletics and recreation, greeted participants in the baseball camp middle school-age students to teach at Massapequa High School. them the basics of the sport. (Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District) Recent graduate John Reece is on to become a player at the varsity student assistant at the five-week leading games that help them practice level. Now, he is passing down his baseball camp at the high school. He their baserunning, fielding and knowledge to the future generation, went to the camp as a child and went throwing skills.

“I have a great time; it brings me back to the old days,” he said. “The children make it fun for me and I hope I make it fun for them. If I can teach them a few things and they have a smile on their face, I know it’s been a good day.” Incoming senior Jillian Johnson has been working at the track and field camp. The All-County athlete helps children with their agility, footwork and form in small groups at the high school track. “I loved the camp when I was a little kid and I want to make it as fun for them as it was for me,” she said. “I hope they have a good time and will think about running track in the future.” Other sports this summer include basketball, cheerleading, field hockey, football, golf, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, softball, volleyball and wrestling. —Submitted by the Massapequa School District

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At the track and field camp, children used pretzel rods to practice a baton hand-off in a relay race.

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Baserunning drills at baseball camp help teach children the fundamentals of the game.

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