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Everything The Light Touches Left: The Circle of Life. Above: L. Steven Taylor as Mufasa. (Photos by Joan Marcus)

The Lion King Celebrates 20 Years On Broadway BY JENNIFER FAUCI JFAUCI@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

t’s hard to believe that a movie about animals inspired by William Shakespeare’s Hamlet made its Disney debut in 1994. It is even harder to believe that said movie has retained a residence on Broadway for the past two decades. The Lion King premiered at the Minskoff Theatre on Nov. 13, 1997, and since then, it has become the most popular show on the Great White Way. “There’s nothing that exists on Broadway that is like The Lion King. It’s a spectacle in itself,” said L. Steven Taylor, who plays pride patriarch Mufasa in the Broadway production of the classic movie. Taylor, a former preschool teacher, has been with the company for 13 years. After touring and doing other work, he returned to Broadway as Mufasa three years ago, and it was quite the homecoming. “I started in the ensemble and elevated to principal. Everyone

welcomed me back and I just felt so proud to be a part of this production,” said the Indiana native, whose first open call for The Lion King was at Indiana University. “There were 800 people at that audition and I was one of the last to go. I ended up getting hired at a job out in Seattle, but went on another audition and they remembered me.” Taylor, a young Baritone at the time, was not a good fit for Mufasa, who was played by an older cast member. Instead, he was groomed over the course of a year and a half at a “boot camp,” where he learned about South African culture, history and language, learning the songs and dances from the tribes represented in the show. “I was doing Miss Saigon in Seattle when I got a call saying ‘are you ready to make your Broadway debut?’ I thought it was a prank call,” said Taylor, who was cast in the show for six months as a temporary replacement. “When the actor didn’t come back, I continued on and was offered the role

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of Mufasa, of which I performed with The National Tour in 2007.” In preparing for his iconic role, Taylor studied the script, the score and watched a National Geographic VHS tape called Lions vs Hyenas: Eternal Enemies, a documentary built on the relationship between how animals move and interact with each other, a crucial technique in learning how to blend the human and animal element to make the characters come to life. Utilizing his degree in early childhood development and his experience as a parent, Taylor loved working with the children of the production, of whom he said are “extremely talented and have the hardest jobs of all.” “I love working with kids…it’s extremely natural to me,” he said. “Being Mufasa translates offstage because you become this persona that people can lean on. You become a father and big brother because of the role.” Being back home on Broadway in “the biggest show in the world,” Taylor

loves hearing about the audience’s experiences, many of whom have seen the show multiple times. “I love hearing why they’ve come back over the course of so many years at different points in their lives and it’s because the show has meant different things to them,” he said. “Disney in general is tricky because when you look at an animated feature, you’re getting it at face value but the stories are so intertwined in the human experience. People are so attracted to it.” According to Taylor, The Lion King in particular holds to that extremely well. He believes that there is something for every person who sees the show to relate to, noting that everyone has been Simba, the teenager who felt lost, and everyone, whether they wish to admit it or not, has been Scar, experiencing jealously. “People see themselves in these characters and that’s why the show has sustained for so many years. It’s ironic because the production is shown through animals but it’s such a human experience,” said Taylor. “It’s beautiful and timeless and if there was ever a piece of theater that was for every single person in your family, it’s The Lion King.”

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John Travolta, the star of Saturday Night Fever

Saturday Night Fever Soundtrack: Then & Now BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO DGILDERUBIO@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

t’s hard to believe that it’s been four decades since Saturday Night Fever hit the silver screen. The following are the musical components of this storied soundtrack.

Bee Gees Then: The Brothers Gibb enjoyed a second act following their origins as a Beatles-influenced pop group. The transition to being disco standard-bearers came to a head on this soundtrack, which found them penning eight of the 17 tracks and singing on six of them. Now: Barry Gibb is the sole surviving member of the group as siblings Maurice and Robin passed away in January 2003 and May 2012 respectively. Barry Gibb has been recording and touring as a solo act.

Yvonne Elliman Then: Discovered by composers Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, she was thrust into the role of Mary Magdalene in various incarnations of Jesus Christ Superstar, eventually touring and recording with Eric Clapton in the early 1970s. The Bee Gees originally penned “How Deep Is Your Love” for her to sing until label president Robert Stigwood steered her to cut “If I Can’t Have You,” which wound up being the fourth number one single off the soundtrack. Now: Following her return in 2004 following a lengthy hiatus to focus on raising her family, Elliman has been performing at music festivals, benefits and concerts.

Walter Murphy Then: This Manhattan kid got his start giving rock treatments to classical music pieces, of which “A Fifth

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Tavares Then: Composed of five Cape Verdean-American brothers from Rhode Island whose surname was the group’s moniker, Tavares scored early hits on the R&B charts with covers of “She’s Gone” and “Free Ride.” Their contribution to the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack, a cover of The Bee Gees’ “More Than a Woman,” got them their only Grammy. Now: Still regulars on the oldies circuit, the group now is down to four

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David Shire Then: The Buffalo native got his start scoring for television in the 1960s

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Guests convened at Old Westbury Gardens to raise funds for Children In Bloom. (Photos by Arien Dijkstra)

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WE LOVE OUR PETS Keeping Dogs Active Anyone who is the parent of a pooch knows that keeping their four-legged friend active is important for their health. Just like humans, dogs need their exercise all year long, but that task can become difficult come winter. Besides causing behavioral issues from a lack of both mental and physical stimulation, a lazy pooch is more susceptible to injury, illness and, of course, weight gain. If snow-covered sidewalks and near freezing temperatures are a deterrent to taking your dog out for some exercise, there are a number of ways to keep them active from the comfort of indoors. Play hide-and-seek Have your dog stay in one room for a minute while you hide somewhere in the house. Call his name and have him come find you. A couple of rounds of this are fun for both parties involved, and your dog will get some exercise in as well as he runs around the house. Similarly, hide some treats around the house and have him sniff them out.

Fetch A good ol’ game of fetch is the perfect way to let your dog expend some of his pent-up energy. Toss his favorite toy down a hallway or across the room a couple of times. Even better, toss the toy up a set of stairs to give your dog some good exercise. Try having a little bit of tug-of-war before throwing the toy each time to up the ante. Laser pointer Most people associate laser pointers with cats, but there are plenty of dogs out there who love a good chase after a laser dot. Find out if your pooch is one of them. Dog-friendly bubbles Maybe it’s not quite ideal for indoors with the possible cleanup required, but bubbles are always a good time. Pet-supply stores will surely have edible bubbles in stock, most are flavored, for your dog to chase around and chomp on. Indoor pet centers Doggy daycare facilities around the Island are designed to keep your pet active during their time in the facility. Let your pooch have a fun day romping around and making friends while you’re at work. Best in Show Pet Resort in Mineola, SuperPaws in Garden City Park, K9Clubhouse in West Babylon and Camp Bow Wow in Hicksville are just a handful of places that offer such service.

Stimulating meal time Make your dog’s meals a time to play. There are plenty of feeding toys, like a ball with a hollow center for food, that will keep your dog on his toes while he tries to munch his meal. Working for his food will also keep your furry friend mentally stimulated and will provide him with a sense of reward each time he manages to get some kibble out of the toy. Dog-friendly outings Start frequenting your local pet supply store or other pet-friendly locations; your dog will thank you for the exercise and the time to socialize. In this same vein, invite a fellow dog-owner to your home and have a pet playdate. Indoor agility Set up an agility course in your house. Use pillows, plastic containers and other dog-safe household items to construct some sort of obstacle course, throw a blanket across some chairs to create a tunnel and hold up a hula hoop to get your pooch to jump. Don’t forget to have a treat at the end.

Treadmill They make treadmills specifically designed for dogs, but your own treadmill will work just fine for this. If your dog is up for it, have him walk on the treadmill at a slow setting. Hold a treat in front of him to keep his paws moving. Go outside anyway When in doubt, let your furry-friend do what he does best and send him to frolic in the snow. Just be careful he’s not stepping on any non-dog-safe salt and be sure to wipe any cold water off when he comes inside.

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Chicken and Rice 2 chicken breasts 1¼ cup of water ½ cup of white rice

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1. Preheat oven to 325° F 2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish with a quarter cup of water, cover and bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through and easily shredded. 3. Place ½ cup of rice and 1 cup of water in a pot and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let steam for about 20 minutes or until cooked through. Do not add any salt or seasoning to either item. 4. Shred the chicken and mix it into the rice along with any juice left in the baking pan. 5. Serve your dog very small portions—about ¼ of their usual serving at meal time—in several increments during the day if they are sick or have stomach issues.

1. Preheat oven to 250° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Slice the potato into ⅓-inch discs, no smaller than ¼-inch and place them on the prepared baking sheet. 3. Bake for three hours, turning half way through. Cool

You can also boil the chicken in water if you choose not to bake. If you want to skip the rice, shredded chicken keeps in the fridge for three to four days, or you can freeze it for two to six months. Recipe courtesy of Mother Nature Network

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Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Treats 1 cup oats (old fashioned, 1-minute oats, or instant), plus more if needed ⅓ cup pumpkin pureé (not pumpkin pie filling) ¼ cup natural peanut butter

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1. Preheat your oven to 300° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Add oats to a food processor and grind until they reach a fine powder. Add in the pumpkin and peanut butter and blend until a sticky dough is formed. 3. Remove from the processor and roll out on a lightly floured surface. (Use wheat flour, more ground oats or another flour that you have on hand). Cut out cookies using a boneshaped cookie cutter or small cookie cutter of any shape. 4. Lay the treats on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the treats are dry and hard.

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‘Tis the season for giving. Cooking and baking with friends, volunteering and donating goods you no longer need to those less fortunate all mark this season of sharing. It is also the time to give animals in need a loving home. If you are looking to add a furry, four-legged friend to your family, there’s no better time than the holidays. While all dogs and cats (including pet store animals) need to be rescued, if you are interested in adopting, check out our list of animal and rescue shelters across the island.

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are plenty of precautions one can exercise to keep their year flu-free. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) encourages everyone to follow these tips for flu prevention. The Sink Is Your Best Friend It sounds obvious, even silly, but nonetheless, it’s all too easy to take for granted—washing your hands is a must. A quick rinse under cold water won’t suffice against harmful bacteria. The NYSDOH advises that a thorough wash of at least 20 seconds, under hot water and with plenty of soap, is the safest bet. It’s also best to carry alcohol-based hand sanitizer for when soap and water isn’t readily available.

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The NYSDOH recommends products that contain at least 60 percent alcohol. Mind Your Manners, And Your Germs There’s a reason “spreading like the flu” is such a widely used expression. By practicing improper hygiene, the virus can be passed from person to person at a rapid pace. Last year, there were 12,912 flu-related hospitalizations and eight pediatric flu deaths in New York State alone. A big part of keeping the flu contained is stopping the spread of germs, which is why the NYSDOH reminds everyone to cover all sneezes and coughs with a tissue. Not only is it the polite thing to do, it’s the safe thing to do. Get The Shot It pinches for a few seconds, but a flu shot can spare us from several days of discomfort. The department identifies adults aged 65 and older, people with certain chronic medical conditions, young children and pregnant women as holding the highest risk for serious flu complications, which can result in hospitalization and even death. The flu shot is especially recommended for anyone older than six months of age who’s deemed high-risk, but as NYSDOH Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker points out, even those

who aren’t considered highly susceptible would be wise to get vaccinated. “The single best way to protect against the influenza virus is to get a flu shot every year,” said Zucker. “Getting vaccinated even when you’re not at high-risk will protect family and friends.” Be Mindful Of Age Unfortunately, when it comes to the flu, age isn’t just a number, as New York State Office for the Aging Acting Director Greg Olsen explains. “Immune systems are more easily compromised as we age, and older adults, especially those with chronic health conditions, have an increased risk of developing serious complications from the flu,” said Olsen. As such, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests adults older than 65 years of age seek medical advice early on in the event that antiviral drugs are required to treat their flu symptoms, since such medications tend to be more effective when given early. Patients in the aforementioned age range who contract the flu are also at greater risk of developing pneumonia, and are encouraged to get a pneumococcal vaccine. Visit www.health.ny.gov/diseases/ communicable/influenza/seasonal to learn more.

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St. Francis Hospital To Provide Residents With Free Health Screenings

North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth and the North Hempstead Town Board are proud to announce that Project Independence, the town’s innovative “aging-in-place” initiative, is once again partnering with St. Francis Hospital’s Community Outreach Program to provide residents with free health screenings. “Project Independence along with the St. Francis Hospital Community Outreach Program is proud to be hosting free health screenings for our residents,” said Bosworth. “We hope by including locations throughout the town we are able to provide access to high quality healthcare to the local community” The screenings, which will be offered at the St. Francis Outreach Bus, will include a brief cardiac history, blood pressure screening, a simple blood test for cholesterol and diabetes screening with appropriate patient education and referrals as needed for clients above the age of 18. Visit the following locations for a screening: Thursday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Great Neck

St. Francis Hospital’s Community Outreach Bus will be offering free health screenings to seniors throughout North Hempstead. Social Center, 80 Grace Ave., Great Neck; Thursday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Manhasset

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Northwell wants to make the health care experience a seamless part of your everyday life,” said Ramon Soto, senior vice president and chief marketing and communications officer at Northwell. “Connecting with our patients—and the broader community—where they live and interact is a core value. While technology will continue to evolve, our commitment to the patient experience remains constant.” Northwell web developers created the Alexa skill, in part, by integrating another popular Northwell innovation—its emergency and urgent care wait times portal, which analyzes checkins at Northwell EDs and updates them every 15 minutes. Enabling the function with Alexa helps patients get care quickly and efficiently, pulling data from more than 50 urgent care centers and emergency rooms throughout the New York metropolitan area. —Submitted by Northwell Health

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From Sweet Tooth To Clean Teeth Oral health tips for post-Halloween trick-or-treaters

Halloween may be one of the few nights out of the year when parents are a little more lenient with candy consumption. While the kids (and parents) are digging in on the sweets after a fun night of trick or treating, it’s important to pay attention to your oral health care practices to avoid toothaches, cavities, and other dental issues post-Halloween. For dentists like Dr. Scott Asnis, DDS, CEO and Founder Dental365, Halloween and the weeks thereafter, is the busiest time of year.

“Cavities are caused by sugar having prolonged exposure to the teeth. If you’re still exposed to candy leftovers, it’s important to try and decrease the amount of candy you are consuming as well as the amount of time sugar comes in contact with your teeth,” said Asnis. “That means, if you can’t help but to consume the candy, brush after as soon as possible.” Sugar has long been identified by dentists and oral health experts as a major cause of tooth decay and

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“America would not be what it is today without our Veterans and the sacrifices they have made. The free dentistry day is Dental365’s way of giving back and saying thank you,” said Asnis. “At Dental365, the entire team regards Veterans Day with gratitude and great respect for the work our servicemen and women have done for this country.” Getting quality dentistry can be difficult for veterans because in order to qualify for full Veteran’s Administration dental benefits, they must be completely disabled, have been a prisoner of war or have developed a serious dental condition during their time of service. Fear, money and lack of dental coverage are all barriers that can keep veterans from getting the proper dental care they need and deserve. Dental365’s goal is to service the communities they are in with the latest technology in oral healthcare and wellness. As an added convenience, their brand new, inviting offices focus on all areas of dentistry, so patients never have to go elsewhere for dental treatment. Dental365 accepts walk-ins with little or no waiting time for adults and children and offers everything from emergency extractions to routine exams, including cosmetic restorations and implants, periodontal procedures and Invisalign all in a state-of-the-art, beautiful environment where patient comfort is a top priority. For more information, or to schedule and appointment call 844-365-3368 or visit www.GoDental365.com. —Submitted by Dental365

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We’re here to stay. As just one of our commitments to future generations, we’ve invested in the only facility on Long Island with a water birthing tub for expectant mothers. Since 1935, Nassau University Medical Center has served as the primary source of medical care for millions of Nassau County residents. Today, we continue to provide consistently sound and compassionate care to everyone in the neighborhood at every stage of life. All of us at NUMC care deeply about raising the bar for health care delivery in our growing community.

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Stepping Out Of The ‘Should’ Syndrome Have you ever realized how powerless you feel when you use the word “should” in a sentence? Personally, any information followed by the words “I should” is a huge indicator to me that I am carrying out something that somebody else thinks I ought to do and adopting that idea as my own. The next time you catch yourself using the word “should”, get real with yourself by taking my theory out for a test drive. I want you to explore the true intent behind your words and your actions and get crystal clear about your reasons for doing what you do. In the event that you start “should-ing” on yourself, use the following steps to liberate yourself from the opinions of others and reconnect with what you truly desire and want to bring forth in your life.

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or feel is in line with your highest good, challenge the thought and make a conscious decision that is in line with your personal values. A good question to ask yourself would be “What is my reason for taking this action?” or “Is this decision in my best interest or in the best interest of someone else? This awareness is key so that you can understand what the motivation truly is behind your actions.

Choose Empowering Language If you learn that the words following “I should” are actually something that you authentically do want, change up your language so that it reflects your active participation in the idea. Other more empowering choices of words to replace “should” are “I choose/I

could/I will....” This way you are reclaiming your power and indicating that you are a willing creator of your own choices. More importantly, when you choose your actions with certainty, you are more likely to carry them out with an expression of confidence, ease and grace. How we choose to perceive our ideas and thoughts is crucial. How we present them to ourselves and to the world however is the key. By getting to the root of our purest desires, we will have the awareness to move confidently in the direction of our most authentic intentions. Melody Pourmoradi is a women’s life and wellness coach at Life Evolutions Coaching. Check out www. lifeevolutionscoaching.com to learn more.

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AMVETS Chapter Seeks New Members As one of America’s leading veterans service organizations with more than 250,000 members, AMVETS has a proud history of assisting veterans and sponsoring numerous programs that serve the country and its citizens. Membership in AMVETS is open to anyone who honorably served, or is currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves. The AMVETS North Shore Memorial Post 21 was created to serve military veterans living on Long Island’s North Shore and beyond. The post will observe Veterans Day on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 10:45 a.m. with a ceremony at the Oyster Bay Band Stand. Visit www.amvets.org for more information about the national organization or visit Post 21’s Facebook page (@AMVETSnorthshorePost21) for details.

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Vets Group Helps With ‘General Needs’ General Needs focuses on helping the 5,000-plus homeless Long Island veterans and their families by providing basic necessities through your charitable donations and support. The organization’s mission focuses on providing basic necessities that are missing in the everyday lives of homeless veterans. In 2008, General Needs founder Lonnie Sherman volunteered at a monthly “hot meal” service at the Northport VA Medical Center in a veteran’s emergency homeless shelter. Sherman noticed that during November through December, some civic groups and individuals came in to offer clothing and coats to the residents in the shelter. These veterans are housed for up to 90 days while undergoing treatment for PTSD, substance abuse, mental and physical therapies as well as medical procedures. However, in January, and the rest of the year, little was offered to assist the veterans. In conversations with the veterans and the social work staff it became obvious that the residents needed simple, everyday items such as underwear, socks and T-shirts; stuff that was rarely donated to the shelter. In soliciting family, friends and business associates for support, Sherman would ask, “doesn’t everybody like to open a fresh, new bag of underwear?” He would pool donations of these basic undergarments and money—including from his own pocket—until he had accumulated and purchased enough items to service 40-45 veterans. He would pack the clothing in reusable shopping bags and thus provide a “Distribution with Dignity” by handing out new,

much-needed, appropriately sized goods for the veterans. Sherman always included a smile and a look in the eye while providing a heartfelt “thank you for your service” handshake. Distributions went from sporadic to quarterly to monthly with the assistance of family and friends’ participation in this cause. In time, Sherman came to understand these veterans lacked many other basic necessities such as toiletries, seasonally appropriate clothing, footwear, etc. Sherman’s solicitations for support led to increased donations, the eventual result of which became better service to area veterans by Sherman’s organization, General Needs. In May 2015, General Needs Ltd. became a federal 501c3 nonprofit charitable organization. In addition, General Needs Ltd. applied and was granted the certificate for not-forprofit registration from Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency and is registered with the New York State office of the Attorney General. General Needs now services “monthly” veterans housed at emergency shelters for homeless veterans from Brooklyn/ Queens to Riverhead. General Needs draws its support from Long Islanders who are compassionate and concerned about those who have served the country. The organization draws no salaries nor takes any goods or money collected for personal benefit. To volunteer or to make a donation, visit www.generalneeds.org or call 631-266-1672. —Information reprinted from www.generalneeds.org

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Chief Executive Officer Long Island Cares The Harry Chapin Food Bank Phone: 631-582-3663 ext. 101

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Chief Executive Officer A ssociation for Mental Health and Wellness F ormerly, Suffolk County United Veterans Mental Health and Wellness Phone: 631-471-7242 ext. 1304

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Saluting Heroes In Concert In tribute to our nation’s veterans, the Northwinds Symphonic Band, under the direction of Helen P. Bauer, will open its 11th concert season with a special performance at the Wunsch Arts Center in Glen Cove on Sunday, Nov. 12, at 3 p.m. The band will honor veterans past and present, performing a variety of patriotic standards as well as new publications that pay tribute to the rich history of our country and American military personnel. Northwinds is proud to be performing Armistice Day, by local composer Raymond Osnato commemorating the centennial of the end of World War I. Also included in the program will be the American Red Cross March, a Salute to the Armed Forces and music by John Philip Sousa and David Holsinger. Other selections

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include a swinging arrangement of Big Band music from the 1940s and the Andrews Sisters’ Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy with vocal trio accompanied by instrumental combo. Glen Cove resident and local instrumental music teacher G. Edward Smith will be clarinet soloist in the haunting La Califfa by film composer Ennio Morricone. Renowned soprano, Stephanie Horowitz of Merrick, will perform Dvorak’s Song to the Moon and the band will play a thrilling new arrangement of music from Les Misérables. Join us to honor America’s greatest heroes. Admission to the concert is free. Bring the entire family. For additional information or inquiries, call 516-759-9694 or email Helen Bauer at hband50@optonline.net. The Wunsch Arts Center is wheelchair accessible.

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VETERAN NEWS

Private First Class Bennett, Sewanhaka alumnus Richard Fleurshier, Bill Garnett, Carl Johnson, Lorraine Snevel and Dan Bresnick are pictured with Sewanhaka High School Principal Dr. Christopher Salinas and Staff Sargent Grandow.

Sewanhaka Honors Veteran Heroes On Oct. 13, members of Sewanhaka High School’s Class of 1967 met with the school’s current seniors to discuss their experiences at the high school and the impact of the Vietnam War. Alumnus and Vietnam veteran Carl Johnson, along with other members of the Class of ’67, presented the school with shadowboxes, which included distinctions, honors and awards on behalf of nine Sewanhaka alumni who lost their lives in service during the war. Honorees include: Army Major Charles Wilkie (Class of ’52) Army Private First-Class Thomas Bonventre (Class of ’64) Army Private First-Class Robert Finnegan (Class of ’65) Army Sergeant Barry Bausch (Class of ’66)

Marine Captain Ronald Pfeifer (Class of ’59) Marine Second Lieutenant Albert Doody (Class of ’61) Marine Second Lieutenant Thomas Hoare Jr. (Class of ’62) Marine Private First-Class Peter Lovan (Class of ’67) Marine Lance Corporal Michael Alberici (Class of ’65) These fallen soldiers are memorialized on the Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. The shadowboxes presented to the school will be displayed in the school’s hallways. The school also hosted a community ceremony on Oct. 14 to pay tribute to the Sewanhaka heroes. —Sewanhaka Central High School District

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Governor Andrew Cuomo announced he has signed legislation to extend property tax exemptions available to eligible United States veterans to include school taxes. “Our veterans answered the call and risked their own personal safety and their lives in order to defend the ideals and principles that this nation and this state were founded upon,” Cuomo said. “This measure allows local school districts to extend the same property tax breaks as local governments do, allowing them to honor the service of these incredibly courageous New Yorkers.” This bill (S.1724/ A.5135) would

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Dine Out For Heroes BY JENNIFER FAUCI JFauci@antonmediagroup.com

Sometimes, a simple “thank you” goes a long way with America’s veterans. But for the people they protect, those two words are never enough. Penny Glazier (The Glazier Group) and Caroline Hirsch (Founder, Caroline’s Comedy Club) are behind the industry-wide movement, Dine Out For Heroes, which raises awareness and funds for impacted service members and their families. Together, they saw the need to integrate the restaurant community to support the veterans that came home. “We spoke with Lee and Bob Woodruff, who went through their own traumatic experience and created the Bob Woodruff Foundation, and came up with Dine Out For Heroes,” said Glazier, who wanted the restaurant community to be represented in their efforts to raise funds that are so necessary for returning vets and their families. “Getting the restaurants to participate was the hard part. The first

year we put together a group and did a lot of calls and emails. There was a lot of begging and perseverance.” Glazier caught the attention of NYC and Company, which kindly sent

night only and this year it happens to be Veterans Day, so it’s perfect.” If customers sign up and make a reservation, restaurants contribute $1 per cover. The

The fourth annual event proves that New Yorker’s have hearts bigger than their appetite out the program’s letter to all of the restaurants that participated through the season. She said it was a long and tedious job of calling in favors but “when you’re doing it for something you’re so passionate about, it makes it easier.” “A lot of people felt that this was something they wanted to participate in,” she said of the now more than 50 restaurants that are involved. “It’s one

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event also sends information to the participating restaurants should customers want to make an additional donation. That’s another source of income for us rather than just the sign up and dollar. During Dine Out For Heroes’ first year, Glazier said there were some powerful names at the launch and after seeing the success in having chefs participate, she thought it was very much a special part of the event moving forward. “This is the first year for a Culinary Council, which was a group decision,” said Glazier of herself and her PR team. “We came up with the idea that if we had some chefs that were willing to lend their name and participate it would give more cache to the event.” This year’s Culinary Council includes chefs Alex Guarnaschelli, Geoffrey Zakarian, Mario Batali, Rocco DiSpirito, Tony Fortuna and Chris Santos. While the event has remained in the city, Glazier said that she hopes to bring it out to Long Island and other

major cities one day. “We’ve been approached by restaurants in Chicago and Houston and we wanted to get this down pat before we Alex Guarnaschelli took it anywhere else,” she said. “Right now we include the five boroughs and we would love to go to Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut as well.” In past years, Glazier says that veterans have come to restaurants and dined as out guests. She has also been able to meet some of the people and their families who have received the funds from the program. “It’s amazing,” she said. “The value of spreading the word about the Bob Woodruff Foundation and that they’ve made huge contributions to the vets, it definitely gives you more incentive to do this.” Garnering attention for the event runs the gamut from personal phone calls and emails to social media and physical newsletters through the mail. Also lending a hand was the New York State Restaurant Association as well as partnerships in Grand Central and Midtown Manhattan. “The Culinary Council has been great about putting it on their social media pages,” said Glazier. “We are so grateful to do something for these people who have protected us throughout all these years.” For more information about Dine Out For Heroes or to find a list of participating restaurants, visit www. dofh.bobwoodrufffoundation.org.

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Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that $1.25 million in funding is available through two grant programs designed to assist farmers across the state. The New Farmers Grant Fund helps new and early-stage farmers, and the New York State Veterans Farmer Grant Fund supports farms owned and operated by military veterans. Both programs are designed to promote growth and development in the state’s agriculture industry. “Agriculture remains a major sector of our economy and by supporting the development of early-stage farmers, these businesses will continue to provide fresh, local produce for New Yorkers across the state,” Cuomo said. A new $250,000 grant program, the New York State Veterans Farmer Grant Fund, will also provide grants of up to $50,000 for up to 50 percent of eligible project costs. To qualify, at least 50 percent of the farm business must be owned, operated and controlled by a veteran, as defined in the program guidelines. The farm must also have a minimum of $10,000 in farm income;

however, this program is not limited to beginning farmers. Eligible project costs are the same as for the New Farmers Grant Fund. “Farming has a long and proud history in this country and has frequently been the profession of Veterans returning home and providing for their communities,” Division of Veterans’ Affairs Director Eric J. Hesse said. “Governor Cuomo’s New York State Veterans Farmer Grant Fund ensures

that this tradition and the thriving agriculture of New York continues for future generations of New York Veterans.” Empire State Development, in consultation with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, administers the grant funds. The applications and guidelines for the New Farmers Grant Fund and the Veterans Farm Grant Fund are available online. The deadline for submission is Jan. 26, 2018.

These grant programs are central to the state’s efforts to grow New York’s agricultural industry through strategic investments in the next generation of farmers. Currently, the average age of New York farmers is approximately 55. At the same time, there is greater interest from women, veterans, new Americans, and others in beginning a career or starting a second career in farming. This year, at the direction of Cuomo, the State Department of Agriculture and Markets established a Beginning Farmer Program, including a one-stop shop, to help these groups overcome obstacles to entering the profession and maintaining a successful agricultural operation in New York. Through the program, the department launched a statewide listening tour to address challenges facing early-stage farmers and to provide information about existing resources available to them. Additional resources for new or prospective farmers are available on the department’s website, or by contacting the one-stop shop at 718-722-2668 or nyc@agriculture.ny.gov.

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Anthony Garofalo 1926-2014

American Legion Commander Rena Nessler

Anthony Garofalo was born in Corona, NY and raised in Port Washington. In 1944, Tony enlisted in the Navy and received his basic training in Sampson, NY. After a brief assignment in Florida, he was transferred to Texas where he was assigned to a large seaworthy tug christened the ATA 198. Seaman First Class Garofalo’s duties took him to many locations in the Pacific theater including the Marshall and Philippine Islands where the ATA 198 was assigned to rescue sunken ships and transport disabled naval vessels to repair ports across the Pacific. While on watch Seaman Garofalo spent many hours keeping the vessel safe from the threat of attack from Japanese warships, torpedos and fighter planes. Garofalo learned of the end of the war while on the ATA 198 towing a disabled vessel across the wide Pacific. Garofalo was honorably discharged from the Navy on July 16, 1946, promptly joined the reserves and continued his naval service for an additional three years. During his time in the naval service, he received the American Theatre Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal and the Victory Medal.

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On Sept. 12, the three newly elected New York State American Legion department heads, American Legion Commander Rena Nessler; American Legion Auxiliary President Pat Hennessy and Detachment Commander William Clancy III paid a visit to Long Island. They were greeted by members of the American Legion as well as the American Legion Auxiliary who accompanied them to the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City where they received a guided tour of Long Island’s rich heritage in the field of aerospace and aviation. From the first flights more than a century ago by frail planes on Hempstead Plains, to man’s walking on the moon, Long Island has been on the leading edge of America’s aviation and space adventure. Their next stop was the Firefighters’ Museum and Education Center, housed in the same facility as the Cradle of Aviation Museum, where they were able to experience first-hand the proud tradition of firefighting on Long Island and also had the opportunity to trace the history of firefighting in Nassau County with hands-on exhibits that feature antique and contemporary fire apparatus and gear. The trio then visited the Veterans Memorial at Eisenhower Park which serves as a tribute to the heroes of Nassau County, and dedicated to the bravery of two groups of Nassau County residents—the deceased veterans of all wars, and county firefighters—who lost their lives in the line of duty. In 1947, the park dedicated a memorial to those who died in World War II and the Veterans Memorial plaza has been growing ever since. Veterans have constructed individual monuments to honor Purple Heart and Medal of Honor recipients, Merchant Marines, veterans of World War II, the Korean War and POWs and MIAs. In 1971, the county constructed the Veterans Tower dedicated to Nassau County veterans of the Civil War, SpanishAmerican War, World Wars I and II, Korean and Vietnam wars. In 2015, a monument was added in honor of the Nassau County American Legion Auxiliary. The avenue of

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t can be expensive to keep up with your diabetes medications. Many of the newer meds are expensive, thanks to all of the research and development that goes into them, and there’s no generic insulin. So, you likely empty your pocketbook to pay a portion of your medication costs. It can be scary to think about how much you need to rely on those medications for your health. For some patients, it’s a life-or-death scenario. “The pharmaceutical companies are working with a captive audience,” says certified diabetes educator PJ Pugh, program director of the Chronic Disease Management Program at Baylor Community Care Clinics in Dallas. “If you have Type 1 diabetes, you can’t go without insulin.” That said, there are a few tricks to slash your medication costs. Try the following strategies if you’re looking to save money:

Know your insurance plan’s formulary. A formulary is a list of

medications an insurance company prefers and will cover with a lower cost to you. “Ask your doctor, ‘Is this on my formulary?’” Pugh recommends. Most medical practices try to keep up with coverage ins

Speak up if you think you’ll have trouble paying for meds.

and outs for major insurance plans, so they may have the answer. You also can ask your insurance company for a copy of the formulary so you are more aware of what’s on it. One caution: Insurance companies often change their formularies, so it can be hard to stay current, Pugh says.

Use generic meds when possible. “Under federal law,

generic drugs must be chemically identical to the name-brand drug in dosage, ingredients and strength,” says David Weingard, CEO of Fit4D in New York City, which teaches people how to live better with

chronic conditions such as diabetes. “This means there are significant cost savings for non-insulin treatments.” So generally speaking, generic drugs can be a great bargain and will work just as effectively. Most patients do not notice any difference with generics, compared with the brand-name counterparts, says Evan Sisson, a certified diabetes educator and an associate professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy in Richmond. “However, just like other generic products, some patients prefer one over the other. For example, some people prefer the taste of brand-name diet soda over generic alternatives, even though the ingredients are the same,” Sisson says. Bottom line: If a generic

This is much safer than the alternative of not filling a prescription because of the price. With everyone cost-conscious these days, your doctor’s office is likely aware of prescription assistance programs, which may require proof of income but can be helpful in cutting costs. The office may even have drug samples. Also, with newer meds, pharmaceutical companies may offer special discount programs, cards or coupons for the prescribed medication, says Judy Vobroucek, owner of Discount Med Direct, a mail-order prescription business with locations in Florida, Pennsylvania and Illinois. “Those can be one-time discounts or continual, depending on the offer,” she says. In addition to your health care provider’s office, a certified diabetes educator may have some insight into these types of programs.

Buy a 90-day versus a 30-day supply of your medication to reduce your copay. A copay is

the amount of money you have to pay toward the medication when you have insurance. Still, you don’t want to order too far ahead as certain medicines, like insulin, can expire. “Have a three-month or sixmonth supply at most,” Weingard advises.

Check around online for discount information.

“Diabetes magazines, websites, blogs and social media groups are great resources for information on medication discounts and programs,” Vobroucek says.

Buy abroad. This means you

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r Diabetes Medications Canada would drive there to buy their insulin and return to the U.S., Vobroucek says. Now, online ordering of medications is more common. This is especially the case for those with no health insurance, a high-deductible insurance plan or a health plan with no to little prescription coverage, she says. Still, proceed with caution. “There is always a risk of receiving knockoff or fake drugs from other countries,” Weingard says. And the U.S. Food and Drug Administration frowns on this approach. “That being said, many Americans can and do order their diabetes medications from Canadian and other online pharmacies, and often at a greatly lowered cost,” Weingard says. Here are some don’ts if you’re looking to save money on your diabetes meds: • Don’t avoid taking meds that you need. This could have a huge impact on your health—Pugh has heard of some frightening scenarios that happen when patients don’t take their diabetes medications as needed. Again, even though drugs can be expensive, there are resources to help with the cost if necessary. Speak up. • Don’t skip doses. Skipping doses to save money can negatively affect your health over time and make it hard to get in the routine of taking a medication at the same time every day, Sisson says. • Don’t split pills that aren’t meant to be split. Although some pills are fine to split in half, others are not made for that purpose. “The result of trying to split an ‘unscored’ tablet can be loss of medication or irregular dosing from day to day,” Sisson says. Of course, the best way to cut your medication costs is to not need the meds in the first place—and healthy eating, weight management and exercise can help with that. “You may need less medications—but you need to take what is prescribed by the doctor,” Weingard says.

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When a child turns 18 and goes to college, often away from home, what happens if he or she has a medical emergency? Perhaps, they have a serious injury, lose consciousness from an accident or are stricken with a sudden illness. Would the parents be notified about their child’s condition? To protect college age children, Jennifer Cona, Esq., managing partner of Genser Dubow Genser & Cona (GDGC), elder law and estate planning firm in Melville, advises them to sign a health care proxy naming the parents as their agent. Parents can be contacted immediately if a child is seriously injured and also have access to their medical condition and records as well as the authority to make health decisions for them. “Parents don’t automatically have the legal right to access their child’s medical information in part because of the

HIPAA rules, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” said Cona. Without a signed health care proxy from the student, medical professionals are required to get approval from the patient, which is not likely to happen in an emergency. GDGC will host a series of health care proxy days every

Wednesday in December and January titled “Wednesday’s for your College Age Kids,” at their office, located at 225 Broad Hollow Rd., Suite 200, for college students and their parents. Each student will leave the program with their documents and a personal medical information sheet on a USB drive, a wallet-sized

card with health care proxy information and hard copies of the documents. According to Ron Roel, a freelance journalist and author on Long Island, parents don’t think of having their children at age 18 sign this critical document. “They’re probably not viewing them as adults perhaps because they still pay for their

medical and other expenses,” he said. There have been several tragic cases that emphasize the need for a proxy. One case involved a first-year student at University of Rochester who went to the university’s counseling center because of a drug problem. Since the daughter had not given consent for her parents to be told about any aspect of her health, they couldn’t intervene and come to her aid. Before her parents knew anything about their daughter’s situation, she died tragically from a drug overdose in her dorm room. For more information or to RSVP for the Health Care Proxy “Wednesday’s for your College Age Kids” program, contact Sarah Carpenter at GDGC 631-390-5000 or email sarah.carpenter@genserlaw. com. —Submitted by Seiden Communications Inc.

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Thought Gallery Consider these recommendations for upcoming talks, readings and more in and around New York City:

a screening of their rarely seen 1998 collaboration A Day on the Grand Canal with the Emperor of China, or: Surface Is Illusion But So Is Depth, which delves into a 17th-century Chinese scroll painting and the distinctions between Eastern and Western perspective ($40). Visit www.thoughtgallery.org for information about lectures, readings and other intellectual events or to sign up for the weekly newsletter.

Technicolor Tudorized Row. Jamaica, NY. 2017 | Photograph by Rafael Herrin-Ferri All the Queens Houses Thursday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. The Architectural League of New York 594 Broadway, Suite 607 212-753-1722 www.archleague.org The Architectural League celebrates a new photo show of Queens vernacular architecture with a reception and discussion. The borough’s evolving residential landscape will be discussed by photographer Rafael Herrin-Ferri and urbanist Joseph Heathcott (free).

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Just Announced | An Evening with David Hockney & Philip Haas Thursday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. Film Society of Lincoln Center 70 Lincoln Center Plaza 212-875-5600 www.filmlinc.com The always captivating English artist David Hockney joins filmmaker Philip Haas for a conversation and

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Rick Prelinger: Lost Landscapes of New York Sunday, Nov. 12, at 3 p.m. NYU Skirball Center 566 LaGuardia Pl. 212-998-4941 www.nyuskirball.org Film historian and archivist Rick Prelinger brings his Lost Landscapes project to New York for the first time, screening a mix of home movies and excerpts from feature films that depict a partially vanished 20th-century NYC ($20).

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This Elephant Won’t Go Away

For the longest period of time there has been an elephant in the room of every business establishment and the halls of Congress that the world outside has paid little attention to. It’s called sexual harassment. And oddly enough, as a result of the Harvey Weinstein scandal the issue is now front and center throughout America. It takes a major news development to do what isolated stories were unable to do. It has given women the courage to come forward and

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tell the public about conduct that has undermined their ability to work and has created unlimited stress in their lives. Since the Weinstein story became public it has unleashed a torrent of accusations which have reached some of the highest offices in our country. As far back as I can remember, certain conduct by employers and superiors was known in many offices but never reported. No one wants to be the bad guy by reporting a

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co-worker’s conduct so in the end bad deeds remained a secret. I still remember a case involving a secretary to a bank officer who complained frequently about his conduct in his private office. Eventually an insurance company paid a settlement and the now-deceased banker continued to work for the bank. No one can say that these stories of abused employees are exaggerated because they have been reported coast to coast and are all slightly different but all add up to unacceptable conduct for people in power in both the private and public sectors. The grounds of the U.S. Congress are not exempt from these issues. The case of U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Speir (D-California) is just one of many that are bubbling to the surface. She recounts actions by a senior staffer who crossed over the line and with ugly conduct. The Congress member didn’t sit back and do nothing. She reported the incident and aggressively sought a $500,000 appropriation for sexual harassment training for staffers and members. You can guess what happened next. When the federal budget was adopted there were no moneys set aside for the program. Her latest calls for Congressional action will no doubt be ignored as well. Many businesses have come to recognize that workplace conduct can be a major headache as having to settle claims can be embarrassing and costly. They have distributed workplace policy rules to all their employees, which is required by law and have sent a strong message about what they expect from them. There is no doubt that other employers, to their peril, will brush off the issue assuming it will never rear its head. The responsibility to deal with workplace harassment isn’t just on some public or private employer. There is a family responsibility to deal with these issues as well. If you have daughters, they should be encouraged to report workplace conduct that is improper. If you have sons, it is good to remind them that society is no longer willing to ignore these issues. Either way that elephant is going to be in the room a long time and bad conduct will no longer be tolerated. Former State Assemblyman Jerry Kremer is a partner at Ruskin Moscou Faltischek in Uniondale. The views expressed are not necessarily those of the publisher or Anton Media Group.

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New Book From Joe Scotchie BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF

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Longtime editor Joseph Scotchie has published his eighth book, Writing on the Southern Front. The book is a compilation of essays and reviews that Scotchie has published over the past quarter century. Included are essays on such giants of modern literature as T.S. Eliot, Ernest Hemingway, Saul Bellow, John Updike, J.D. Salinger, Thomas Wolfe, Allen Tate, Robert Penn Warren and Wendell Berry. Sections are devoted to the work of Patrick J. Buchanan and Samuel T. Francis, both of whom have helped to shape the populist movements currently roiling politics in both Europe and North America. Writing on the Southern Front has already received positive reviews: “For a quarter of a century, Joseph Scotchie has been a thoughtful interpreter of the Southern agrarian literary tradition and its shirt-tail political cousin, paleoconservatism. These essays, whose subjects range widely from Pat Buchanan to Robert E. Lee, and from Saul Bellow to Thomas Wolfe, are both provocative and welcome.” —Bill Kauffman, author of Ain’t My America: The Long, Noble History of Antiwar Conservatism and Middle American Anti-Imperialism “A generation of Americans deprived of intellectual substance and force-fed flavorless cant can look to the living Southern tradition, thoroughly and masterly introduced and explicated in Joseph Scotchie’s Writing on the Southern Front, for sustenance and inspiration. Readers familiar with some of the writers Scotchie fearlessly treats will benefit from seeing them in their powerful and broad context; the uninitiated will delight in the discovery of works on American history, culture, and politics previously withheld from them by an understandably fearful left.” —Aaron D. Wolf, editor, Chronicles: A Magazine of American Culture Scotchie’s most recent book, A Gallery of Ashevilleans (Grateful Steps) won a Harriet Parker Peace Award from the North Carolina Society of Historians. Writing from The Southern Front is published by Taylor and Francis (New York and London). It is available online at Amazon and at local bookstores.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s hard to know how much to give. You don’t want to set up an expectation you can’t sustain. You don’t want to play with people’s emotions. You want to do the right and balanced thing for all involved, including you. Knowing what it is -- that’s the tricky part. Elders and wise people will help if you ask. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The problem is complex; so is the solution. What took time to create will take even more time to remodel. There’s no magic pill, easy method or quick fix that will hold. But this is all good news. The work will be fun, once you enter the spirit of it. There’s much to learn here, and it will naturally set you on a good course. CANCER (June 22-July 22). It seems as though parents and children would be more or less programmed to automatically give unconditional love to one another, but it doesn’t necessarily work that way. It’s part of the week’s challenge: how to give and receive less-than-perfect family love. It will definitely make your heart stronger. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There are many safe, comfortable, beautiful and trustworthy aspects of life that will open to you and embrace you this week because you’re not afraid to walk through the door. Savor your experiences. Record them in some way, to remind yourself in more unpredictable times how life can be a cradle. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Pain constricts us. Love expands us. Love will help you be bigger than any situation you face this week. It will help you move beyond what hurts and get into what heals. You will find this love and dive into it because you will decide to make it your quest to do so. The good news is that it’s inside you already. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Life is always just beginning somewhere. Why not where you are? Better yet, why not because of you or through you? You are, after all, inspirational in your approach. Your imagination is fertile ground. Your heart is a nurturing place. Your being is hopeful and welcoming to the generative forces. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Whatever you love, keep doing it, loving it, having it in your life. It’s not an indulgence but a necessity. Joy is the binder that keeps you in the groove this week. You’ll be moving with the others in a dance of interdependence. It won’t always be perfect, but it will work. Stay optimistic and lighthearted. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Irresponsible people often see responsibility as a burden or an obligation, whereas you see it as an opportunity and a gift. You appreciate how you’ve been changed by what you took on. What you claimed made you bigger and more powerful. It’s why you readily accept another responsibility this week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It’s a winning presentation you’re making these days. Oh, the wonderful charge that comes from knowing you make complete strangers want to befriend, hire or love you. And yet, of course what really matters is the wonderful compliment of those who know you well and like you just the same. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There’s a time to hold back, be cautious and measure carefully each cause and effect. But if you live this way as a rule instead of as the situation calls for it, you will miss out. As the lyric Roman poet Horace wrote, “Fill high the goblet! Envious time steals, as we speak, our fleeting prime.” PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). As the fish of the zodiac, you relate to some species more than others. Presently, you’re not like the piranha, whose predatory urge is to gang up to get fed. Nor are you like the salmon, tasked with the difficulty of swimming upstream. You’re waiting and ready like a flatfish in the soft mud, both eyes to sky.

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AROUND LONG ISLAND Great family events happening this month around the Island

Book Talk True crimes and why people are led to commit them have fascinated people for centuries. Join Kerriann Flanagan Brosky, author of Historic Crimes of Long Island: Misdeeds from the 1600s to the 1950s, on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. at Forest City Park in Wantagh. Visit www.toh.li or call 516-292-9000 ext. 7382 for details.

Public Library (221 N. Village Ave.), conducted by Barbara Novack. Workshop is free and open to the public. All genres (poetry, fiction, non-fiction, memoir). All levels welcome. Visit www.rvclibrary.org or call 516-766-6257 for details.

Saturday, Nov. 11 Veterans Day

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Lecture Series Nassau Community College presents Shakespeare Saved My Life, part of its cultural program series on Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. and again at 1 p.m. in the campus’ CCB Multipurpose Room. Teaching Shakespeare to prison inmates in supermax solitary confinement, prison volunteer and Professor Laura Bates learned how education can change lives and how the Bard of Avon can indeed “speak to contemporary readers in all sorts of circumstances”

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Student Recitals Adelphi Performing Arts Center (1 South Ave., Garden City) presents student recitals on Nov. 15 at 1 p.m. Students perform a variety of vocal and instrumental selections in the recital hall. Admission is free. Visit www. aupac.adelphi.edu or call 516-8774000 for details.

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Group Trivia Come see how much you know. Match wits with other great minds on Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. The group will meet at Havana Central Restaurant at Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City. Call the trivia group’s organizer, Irene at 516-6761976 for more details.

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Now: He’s also been married to actress Didi Conn since 1982, following his first marriage to actress Talia Shire. On the professional side, he’s conducted a number of orchestras for film scores and pop concerts, wrote and composed songs for the hit PBS children’s TV series Shining Time Station and was inducted into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame in 2006.

M.F.S.B. Then: The acronym stands for Mother, Father, Sister, Brother and was actually a pool of 30 musicians that worked out of Philadelphia’s storied Sigma Sound Studios and was the house band for the Philadelphia International Records label. By the time M.F.S.B. recorded “K-Jee” for this soundtrack, the collective had scored a chart-topper with the 1974 smash “T.S.O.P. (The Sound of Philadelphia),” also known as the theme song for Soul Train. Now: A latter-day version of the group was resurrected in 2005 by drummer Keith Benson with help from producer Kenneth Gamble. The group currently performs live.

Ralph MacDonald Then: The Trinbagonian-American composer got his start playing steel pan for Harry Belafonte and eventually composed the Roberta Flack/ Donny Hathaway duet “Where Is the Love” and the Bill Withers hit

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Now: MacDonald died of lung cancer on Dec. 18, 2011.

Kool & The Gang Then: This Jersey City outfit was a jazz-funk group that spawned hits like “Hollywood Swinging,” “Jungle Boogie” and the horn-driven “Open Sesame” cut that found its way onto this soundtrack. The addition of vocalist James “J.T.” Taylor pointed the band in more of a better-known R&B direction. Now: Taylor came and went from the Kool & The Gang ranks, last appearing in 1996.

K.C. And the Sunshine Band Then: Up through their appearance on the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack via “Boogie Shoes,” these Floridians were well acquainted with the pop charts, having already racked up four number one hits. Now: K.C. and the Sunshine Band continues to tour the oldies circuit.

The Trammps Then: The Philly outfit is often acknowledged as being one of the first disco bands scored with its signature 1977 song “Disco Inferno,” which would later be covered by Tina Turner and Cyndi Lauper. The single was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame in 2005. Now: Two versions of the group, with differing line-ups, currently tour the nostalgia circuit. Lead singer Jimmy Ellis died in a South Carolina nursing home at age 74 in March 2012. Founding member Earl Young’s lineup most recently released the 2014 single “Get Your Lovin’ While You Can.”

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before moving on to compose for a number of 1970s films including The Conversation, All the President’s Men and Farewell, My Lovely. Shire composed all the original music for Saturday Night Fever including his two contributions to the soundtrack— “Night on Disco Mountain” (based on Mussorgsky’s “Night on Bald Mountain”) and the timbale-driven “Salsation.”

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More than a side dish, Spam is an American marvel.

ong before the word “spam” became synonymous with unsolicited emails, it was the name of a highly solicited canned meat product that since its invention, was destined to charm generations of Americans—while also perplexing a few along the way. This year marks the 80th birthday of Spam, the curious meat phenomenon with a mere six ingredients—pork, salt, water, sugar, potato starch and sodium nitrate—and a rich historical lineage that includes strong ties to the Great Depression, the U.S. military and America itself. Conceived by canned-porkproduct pioneers Hormel in the late 1920s as a way to profit from pig parts previously thought inedible, Spam first officially rolled off the assembly line on July 5, 1937. At the time of its release, Spam, a portmanteau for “spiced ham,” was the miracle America didn’t know it needed. The canning process and sodium nitrate meant it could be stored for long periods of time without refrigeration, making it the perfect protein boost for soldiers on the front lines. And its popularity among American GIs stationed in Hawaii during World War II left a lasting hint of flavor, as the product has since become a culinary point of pride on the Pacific islands with dishes like Spam Musubi—which sees the meat treat fried, pressed with rice and wrapped in seaweed. Hawaiians love their Spam so much that there has been a recent rash of Spam thefts in the state, with criminals heisting shipments and reselling it on the street for profit. The canned crime wave has even forced retailers to keep their Spam under lock and key

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with limited access for customers and employees alike. And as anyone who has succumbed to the siren song of spiced ham from a can knows, that Hawaiian crime wave is justified. The salty, mildly spiced meat made from chopped pork shoulder—perfectly funky with a faint whiff of rarely aired-out barnyard—is mainly a wonderful addition to the breakfast spread. Sliced and fried in a shallow pan, Spam crisps around the edges and the sides for a flavorful, meaty bite that is as much a superb addition to eggs over-easy as the farmore accepted bacon or sausage. But as the nation’s flavor palate has expanded over the last eight decades, so has Spam’s product line. No longer content with the “original” product, Hormel now produces an ever-growing line of twists on the Spam formula. These include jalapeño Spam, oven-roasted turkey Spam, hickory-smoked Spam, Spam Bacon, Spam Cheese, Spam Garlic, Spam Boricua (with Puerto Rican style) and even what some might say is the height of American ingenuity, Spam Spread. Spam even spams its way into dessert with numerous recipes, the most striking being a concoction by those purveyors of sweet rolls, King’s Hawaiian, whose website has a recipe for Spam S’mores (www. kingshawaiian.com/recipes/desserts/ spam-smores/). Yes, this recipe pairs Spam with marshmallows and melted chocolate—deal with it. So, before 2017 disappears after the coming holiday bum-rush, revisit Spam. It’s the hidden and deeply buried guilty pleasure most people refuse to acknowledge—just like spam email.

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