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Commemorating 9/11

Local villages hold ceremonies in honor of 20th anniversary

BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF

editorial@antonmediagroup.com

It’s hard to imagine that the September 11th terrorist attacks happened 20 years ago. In honor of the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, and for those who sacrificed their lives to help save others, villages and towns across Nassau County are coming together to hold memorial ceremonies.

Manorhaven:

Dozens of attendees are expected to join the Village of Manorhaven Mayor Jim Avena, the trustees and staff for a full 9/11 ceremony. Members of the clergy will lead the audience in prayer, select speakers will say a few words and Veterans will provide a gun salute. In addition to conducting this memorable service, the village has installed a 9/11 Memorial Garden, a monument honoring Port Washington residents who died on September 11, 2001, a memorial inside the courtroom and another monument that features a section of a steel girder from the World Trade Center. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m.

Mineola:

The Village of Mineola will be holding its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. in Memorial Park, which is located at 195 Marcellus Rd. All residents are welcome to attend.

Garden City:

Chief Devyn Moody and the officers and members of the Garden City Volunteer Fire Department would like to invite all residents to join the department for its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Village 9/11 Memorial located at the village green and gazebo at the corner of Hilton and Stewart avenues. The remembrance service will be held Saturday, Sept. 11 at 8:30 a.m. The service pays tribute to the 23 Garden City residents that perished during the attack on the World Trade Center, the 343 members of the FDNY, 23 members of the NYPD and 37 members of the PAPD killed, as well as those who have died of 9/11-related illnesses.

Floral Park:

The Village of Floral Park will be holding its annual 9/11 memorial service at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 11 at the Relic Memorial in front of Village Hall, which is located at 1 Floral Blvd.

The Village of Floral Park holds a ceremony remembering those who perished on 9/11. This photo was from the village’s 2019 ceremony.

(Photo by Anthony Murray)

Carle Place:

The Carle Place American Legion will hold its annual 9/11 service on Saturday, Sept. 11 at 11 a.m., at the Carle Place Veterans Memorial Park, located at the corner of Westbury Avenue and Carle Road. All are welcome.

Westbury:

The Westbury Fire Department will hold its annual 9/11 ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. at Station 2, Old Country Road.

Diocese of Rockville Centre:

Catholic Cemeteries of Long Island is holding a remembrance Mass for families of victims, first responders and Ground Zero workers as part of the 20th year remembrance of the September 11th 2001 Terrorist Attacks on America. The Mass will be led by Bishop John O. Barres, of the Diocese of Rockville Centre and will be held outside at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood’s 9/11 Memorial in Westbury, and will take place on Saturday, Sept. 11 beginning at 1 p.m. Attendees are asked to arrive by 12:30 p.m. Family members and the public are welcome and encouraged to attend.

City of Glen Cove:

In recognition of the 20th anniversary of 9/11, City of Glen Cove Mayor Tim Tenke will host a solemn ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 11 at noon at Morgan Memorial Park in Glen Cove. Tenke will be joined by local dignitaries, clergy, guest speakers, musicians, veterans, the Glen Cove Police Department, the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department, Auxiliary Police, Harbor Patrol, EMS and members of the Glen Cove community who lost a loved one that fateful day.

Town of Oyster Bay:

On Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. at TOBAY Beach, the Town of Oyster Bay will host a Remembrance Ceremony for the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. A 9/11 light tribute will illuminate the skies along the shoreline in memory of those lost that tragic September morning. At the ceremony, the town will unveil new names inscribed on the Walls of Honor that recently lost their battle with 9/11 illness caused by exposure at Ground Zero. The Sept. 9 ceremony will include bagpipe music, religious readings and remarks by the family members of victims.

Town of North Hempstead:

On Saturday, Sept. 11, the Town of North Hempstead will host a 9/11 Memorial Service at 8:15 a.m. at Manhasset Valley Park, located on East Shore Road and Northern Boulevard. All are welcome to the ceremony. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks and the town will be honoring the victims, their families and first responders by unveiling a monument that features a 19-foot-long beam from the World Trade Center.

Village of Massapequa Park:

On Saturday, September 11 at 8:30 a.m., Mayor Daniel Pearl and the Massapequa Park Village Board of Trustees will hold an unveiling and remembrance ceremony to honor and remember all those we have lost and continue to lose, because of the terrorist attacks to the country on September 11, 2001. The event will take place in front of Village Hall, 151 Front St. in Massapequa Park.

Hicksville:

The Hicksville Fire Department will commemorate the somber anniversary on Saturday, September 11, at the Strong Street Fire Station memorial. The memorial was erected in memory of Ex-Chief Terrence Farrell and Honorary Chief George Howard, both who lost their lives while performing rescue efforts on September 11, 2001. The ceremonies start promptly at 9:45 a.m. with a presentation of colors under the American Flag detail by its Hook and Ladder apparatus and feature remembrances and prayers offered for the departed by Pastor Rev. Jamie Aguilera. The ceremonies generally last about 45 minutes and again this year the department will feature a special remembrance in memory of those Hicksville residents that perished that fateful day. Additionally, there will be two pauses during the ceremony, one at 10:03 and the other at 10:28 a.m. These two pauses will signify the collapse of the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center. The Hicksville Fire Department invites the families of those who once called Hicksville home to participate in the program. If any family members are interested, they should contact Chairperson Karl Schweitzer at 631-404-7791.

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SEPTEMBER 8 - 14, 2021 • ANTON MEDIA GROUP LOCAL NEWS

Community Supports NOSH After Fire

BY JENNIFER CORR

jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

While the fire on Aug. 24 ripped through the VFW Post 347 in Glen Cove, the building is still standing because of the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department’s and surrounding fire departments hasty response. One part of the building that experienced the most damage, however, is where NOSH, a program of the North Shore Soup Kitchen, a local nonprofit that provides groceries for those struggling with food insecurity, operates.

“It was two months worth of food for our families and we had about 23 or 24 refrigerators and freezers that are basically unusable,” Christine Rice, the chair of NOSH, said.

But with a community like Glen Cove surrounding NOSH and the VFW Post 347, nothing is impossible, as the community has ensured that those NOSH serves will continue to be fed.

NOSH serves hundreds of families across the North Shore, providing them fresh ingredients to make nutritious meals for their families. NOSH, which had not always been partnered with the North Shore Soup Kitchen, was founded by Courtney Callahan of Locust Valley during the pandemic. She wanted to ensure that no one in the community went hungry in the face of consequences of the pandemic, like job loss. Since the program’s inception, it has operated out of numerous locations such as Glen Cove High School and the Church of St. Rocco. With their new headquarters in the VFW Post 347 unusable for now, NOSH will need to find a new place to operate to continue its mission. Until then, the community has stepped up by donating time, food and money.

“When people had realized that the fire had occurred, we were receiving calls and emails of people asking what they could do,” Rice said. “They were offering financial donations or food that they could drop off. It’s really been overwhelming and we’re very grateful.”

City of Glen Cove Councilman Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews two days after the fire was delivering 18 meals to families. People near and far donated food to make the endeavor possible. Anna Maria Bencivenni Gulino had heard about the fire all the way from Queens,so she decided to drive all the way to Glen Cove to drop off groceries, including fresh avocados. Rabbi Dr. Janet Liss of North Country Reform Temple and Grace Blank also donated groceries after purchasing canned meats and other critical items from BJs.

Stevenson-Mathews, who has been delivering food with VFW member Joe Moores for a year, said it simply: “This is Glen Cove.” And Rice said she had to agree. “While neighbors and friends were helping me in serving those on my list, other drivers, volunteers and organizations across the Glen Cove area were also hard at work, making sure the [over 600] families served by NOSH were receiving information and access to food,” StevensonMathews said. “In a gracious way, some of the other pantries in the area extended their hours, some drivers were able to pick up food at other locations and some who typically received food delivered to their homes were able to travel to other locations.”

While NOSH works to find a new headquarters and get back to the business of helping the community, Rice said the community can support NOSH by making a donation in the form of food or money. NOSH was in attendance at the Glen Cove Downtown Sounds event on Aug. 27 raising awareness and support about their organization and mission and on Sept. 1, Veronica Beard Americana Manhasset held a special event where 20 percent of their proceeds were donated to NOSH to aid in its recovery.

“It was so wonderful that nobody was in the building and got hurt, but we know that we’re working really hard from the board, to operations, to volunteers, because we know that we will be back up and running stronger than ever and that we will be able to help the families that we can,” Rice said. “The community has been wonderful in helping us.”

As for the VFW Post 347, veteran Ben Farnan said the post is currently in communication with representatives and local officials to apply for a grant in order to rebuild. The post is also looking for a temporary place to conduct meetings and events for the veterans who see the post and the group of veterans as a home away from home.

“We have to go through the insurance company and the fire marshals and inspectors and any work we do we are going to have permits drawn,” Farnan said. “We don’t know how long we’ll be incapacitated which will directly impact [NOSH] as well.”

To donate and support NOSH, visit northshoresoupkitchen.org/ donate.

Rabbi Dr. Janet Liss, Glen Cove Councilman Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews and Grace Blank assist NOSH in serving the community after VFW Post

347 fire. Photo courtesy Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews

Because of a fast response from local fire departments, the VFW Post 347

in Glen Cove is still standing. Photo by Jennifer Corr

Hicksville Water District Celebrates First Smart Controller Rebate Program Recipient District offers $150 smart controller rebates to eligible residents

The Hicksville Water District (HWD) Board of Commissioners recently invited resident Jean Karpen to the district’s headquarters to present her with a giant check for $150. Karpen was the first recipient of the district’s Smart Controller Rebate Program, which offers qualified residents a $150 rebate on smart irrigation controllers to encourage the switch to top-of-the-line technology, which helps them conserve water while they irrigate their properties.

“Water is essential to everything we do as a society, so it is imperative that we do what we can, when we can, to conserve it,” HWD Chairman Karl Schweitzer said. “Smart irrigation controllers are one of the best ways for residents to conserve water while still keeping their properties well-irrigated and healthy. We are thrilled to have our rebate program up and running and it was great to express our appreciation to Jean.”

The district is offering $150 rebates to the first 50 eligible residents who register and qualify for the program.

Smart controllers are significantly more efficient than standard irrigation controllers and are the single best way for residents to save water with next to no effort. Once a smart controller is installed, the device uses a Wi-Fi connection to link up to local weather stations so it can predict forecasts and automatically adjust watering schedules. This ability allows the controller to understand exactly how much water a lawn needs in order to stay healthy while preventing over-watering. These systems have proven to reduce irrigation consumption by as much as 30 percent, helping residents save both water and money on their next bill.

Visit www.hicksvillewater.org/ forms-and-policies to register for the Smart Irrigation Controller Rebate Program.

Resident Jean Karpen (center) was joined by her son, David (second from left), as Hicksville Water District Commissioners William Schuckmann (left), Nicholas Brigandi and Karl Schweitzer presented her with a giant check for $150 for her status as the first recipient of the district’s Smart

Controller Rebate Program. (Photo courtesy of the Hicksville Water District)

—Submitted by the Hicksville Water District

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12th Annual Over 50 Fair Returns At A New Venue

The Over 50 Fair took place in Melville for ten years, first at the Melville Marriott and then at the Hilton Long Island/Huntington. COVID hit, so last year’s expo, geared towards adults age 50+, took place as a virtual conference benefiting The INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network).

This year’s event, its 12th annual, on Sunday, September 26 from 10 to 4:30, will be at a new venue, Samanea Mall, the former Source Mall in Westbury. Samanea is a mostly empty, spacious facility where Baby Boomers and Seniors can spread out and feel comfortable. There will be more space between booths, wide aisles, very high ceilings and huge storefronts used as classrooms with chairs set far apart.

The Over 50 Fair annually entertains and educates many Long Islanders. This event has built a loyal following among the Boomer Generation due to its consistent presentation of various classes, products, and services they find appealing.

In the Singles Lounge sponsored by MTN Matchmaking, singles can relax, mingle and perhaps meet their special someone. For those who like to gamble, there will be a blackjack table with funny money, where attendees can play the popular casino game, compliments of New York Entertainment. Each of these activities was enjoyed by many in 2019.

At the most recent in-person Over 50 Fair, attendee Danielle Greco, who posted the event on her Meetup, shared, “What an amazing event. I met so many people and made so many new friends. Looking forward to next year’s event.”

Some of this year’s classes include “How to Improve Your Dating and Sex Life After 50” by Maureen Tara Nelson, “Mindfulness Meditation” with Janis Abrams of Gentle Soul Discoveries, and “Savvy Social Security Planning for Women” with Katherine Martin of Cetera Investors. Additional classes will include Retirement Fulfillment and Hypnosis.

Over 50 Fair is the brainchild of East Hills resident Barbara Kaplan, who also coordinates the hugely successful All Kids Fair each April. She said that the Over 50 Fair is “Overflowing with Opportunities for Age 50+.”

“Our attendees enjoy the free health screenings and consults and much more,” Kaplan said. Each year, businesses and nonprofits promote local products and services, including health and wellness, education, travel and financial services.

Many local beauty queens from the Ms. New York Senior America pageant attend every year, including Dolores Hofman, Ms. New York Senior America 2016; CJ Marie, Ms. New York Senior America 2015; Virginia Werner, Ms. New York Senior America 2013; and Elisabeth Zamarelli, Ph.D., Elite New York American Beauty 2015. The lovely “queens” will also be hosting a dance demonstration as part of the Seasoned Steppers.

The INN (Interfaith Nutrition Network), a local nonprofit that helps Long Island’s needy, will once again be in attendance. At the 2019 expo, they collected $336 and more than 100 pounds of food donations.

Tickets are $5, which includes all classes, exhibits, singles lounge, blackjack table, health screenings and more. For a limited time, tickets purchased online at www.Over50Fair.com will admit two people.

This year’s event sponsors include Blank Slate Media, Long Island Herald, South Bay’s Neighbor, Fifty Plus Lifestyles, The Booking Ace and 516Ads. com/631Ads.com.

For more information about this and future events, visit www.Over50Fair. com. Barbara Kaplan can be reached at 516-621-1446. —Submitted by Barbara Kaplan

The Seasoned Steppers beauty queens performed at the 2019 Over 50 Fair.

(Photo courtesy of the Over 50 Fair)

New York Entertainment’s “funny money” blackjack table at the 2019 Over 50 Fair.

Great Neck Water District’s Nitrogen Removal Far Exceeds State Expectations

It is no secret that nitrogen discharge is one of the greatest threats to Long Island’s bays. More and more towns and villages are removing septic systems and replacing them with sewer systems or new smart septic systems to limit the amount of nitrogen that ends up in our bays. Due to its smart investments, efficient operations and care for the environment, the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) is preventing excess nitrogen from entering Manhasset Bay.

“Our chief goal at the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District is to protect our environment and the health of our service area,” GNWPCD Chairman Steve Reiter said. “As a waterfront community, it is vital that we limit the amount of nitrogen that goes into our natural environment, and we are proud to say that the GNWPCD does so in ways that far exceed expectations. Our treatment facility is always running efficiently and effectively, and this is a testament to the hard work of our employees and superintendent.”

Since the GNWPCD has been in operation, its nitrogen removal has consistently met and surpassed the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation requirements. The District upgraded its treatment facility several years ago, allowing the inclusion of the Village of Great Neck’s sewer system and enabling the District to eliminate an antiquated sewage treatment plant. The original plant’s 1.5 million gallons per day flow capacity is now being treated at a much higher level and nitrogen removal rate before entering the bay. From 2014 onwards, the District has removed over 217,000 more pounds of nitrogen than its permit required. That is nearly 20 tons of nitrogen per year that is not discharged into Manhasset Bay.

“Reducing nitrogen levels is vital to the health of Manhasset Bay,” GNWPCD Commissioner Patty Katz said. “It is our aim to continue to find ways to minimize nitrogen discharge through advanced technology and performance proficiency.”

Another initiative taken by the District has helped it eliminate septic tank use by using its extra capacity to connect homes and businesses close to the District’s borders. To date, it has connected the Americana Shopping Center and numerous privately-owned homes. It has also conducted a sewer study for the sewering of the Plandome Road Business District and surrounding homes. In addition, the District is in the process of preparing a sewer feasibility study for the unsewered portions of Great Neck Estates and Harbor Hills. —Submitted by the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District

Councilman Tom Hand Launches Children’s And Young Adults’ Book Drive

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand recently announced the launch of a Children’s and Young Adults’ Book Drive to benefit The Book Fairies, a not-for-profit organization that collects reading materials for people in need throughout Long Island and the metropolitan area. Collection bins will be located at Town Hall North in Oyster Bay, Town Hall South in Massapequa and at the Ice Skating Center in Bethpage through Sept. 30, from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

“Reading materials foster literacy and academic success, provide a respite from personal struggles and nurture a love of reading across age groups. We are committed to decreasing illiteracy rates by collecting new and/or gently used books and matching them with libraries, schools, teachers, and organizations in need that would not otherwise have the means to obtain them,” Hand said. “Share your love for reading by donating your books to those in need.”

The Book Fairies was founded by Amy Zaslansky, a busy local mom who wanted to share her love of books, as well as her over-flowing home library, with less fortunate children. Upon embarking on this endeavor, Zaslansky discovered that it was difficult to get her used books to the children who would most benefit from them. As a result, she created The Book Fairies, a Long Island-based nonprofit organization that accepts donations of new and gently used books and connects them with libraries, schools and organizations throughout metropolitan New York that do not have the funds to foster the love of reading for their children.

As part of the town’s Children’s and Young Adults’ Book Drive, books will be accepted ranging from baby through young adult, as long as they are in good condition and come from a smoke-free environment.

Baby and preschool books will be distributed across preschool programs, daycare centers, homeless shelters, etc. Elementary, middle school and high school books will be distributed directly to schools and programs that support students in impoverished areas such as soup kitchens, Little Free Libraries, hospitals and more.

Visit www.oysterbaytown.com or call 516-624-6380 for more information on this program. —Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Councilman Tom Hand

(Photo courtesy of the Town of Oyster Bay)