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Turkey Day Time Machine

very year, Old Bethpage Village Restoration— already serving as a living history museum highlighting the colonial past of Long Island—recreates one of the richest and most treasured holidays in American history, served up like they used to in the old days: the 1863 Thanksgiving Celebration. The Village has been holding the event annually since they first opened in the 1970s, and according to Timothy Van Wickler, Village Supervisor and organizer of the 1863 Thanksgiving Celebration, giving local residents a look into this fascinating and unique aspect of American history is a vitally important part of the Village’s mission. “I think it’s really nice for the public to be able to see into our past,” he said. “We’re doing the same stuff today, although things are a little more heavily spiced and fattening these days.” Old Bethpage Village Restorations 1863 Thanksgiving runs two weekends in November; the 18 through 19, and 25 through 26. The event is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and is comprised of several different events, many of them interactive, that will truly

give visitors a thorough feel for how Thanksgiving was celebrated in the olden days. “Most of our emphasis will be on cooking and baking, so for sure we’re going to be doing that in at least three houses for all the days that the event is running,” Van Wickler said. The cooking and baking demonstrations will utilize traditional, period-specific techniques and recipes using the same types of ingredients found in colonial times. However, while some of the food may indeed look quite enticing, Van Wickler notes that visitors can look, but unfortunately not eat the various Thanksgiving goodies on display, including turkeys, bread and pies. “We can’t hand anything out to anyone, but you can certainly come and smell it. Also, if you wanted to ask any of our cooks about the recipes, they’re happy to give that out,” he said. The event will see approximately 25 people working in the Restoration each day, all dressed in authentic 1800s garb in order to give visitors the most authentic historical experience possible. “This year we have a woman in the church telling historical legends to visitors. She mixes up the legends she tells, so every one of her shows is a little bit different,” he said.

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For local residents who have been planning to visit the Restoration but have been putting it off, it’s time to get off the fence; their 2017 season is coming to an end soon, with only a limited handful of seasonal events remaining before they close for the year. But when they do close for the season, they make sure it’s on a very special note, Van Wickler said. “Our last day that we’re open to the public for daytime hours is going to be Dec. 15,” he said. “After that, we will be closed for a week, but then we’ll be open at night from Dec. 26 through 30 for our special Candlelight Evenings

where only half of the Village is open, but the part that is open is lit by candles, torches, and lanterns, and we have musical entertainment, broom making, a big bonfire with hot cider, and a mid-1800s traditional Santa Claus.” Old Bethpage Village Restoration, since its inception, has offered something special to history buffs and anyone specifically interested in Long Island’s fascinating past. “It should be a great event,” Van Wickler said. “And hopefully the people that come and spend the day with us will enjoy getting to experience Thanksgiving in the 1800s as much as we do.”

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like acorn and butternut squash. “I also love to make autumnal pizzas,” said the chef of her new creation with a ricotta brown butter sage, kale and roasted acorn squash topping. “It’s so good.” In her family, Christmas belongs to Arpaia and Thanksgiving belongs to her sister. The chef is looking forward to spending the day at her sister’s home with all of her siblings, nieces and nephews and extended family, before she begins preparations for the next big holiday.

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Throwback Thursday: Game Night BY JENNIFER FAUCI

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he love of family, laughter of friends and pure joy of the holiday season for most begins with Thanksgiving. Spending time with loved ones, enjoying a delicious dinner and simply relaxing is what we all look forward to. So before round two for dessert begins, feel like a kid again and digest with some vintage board games. From good ol’ fashioned checkers, Clue and Scrabble to Candy Land, Pictionary and Trivial Pursuit, these games will keep you occupied until the pumpkin pie arrives.

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Vintage Games Checkers, Dominoes, Backgammon, Chinese Checkers, Yahtzee, Uno, Jacks, Chess These games are the ones your great-grandparents may have played. Uno (1971) and Jacks can last for hours and Backgammon and dominoes are some of the oldest games in the world, with the latter dating back to 1120 AD. Yahtzee came about in the 1940s as everyone’s favorite dice game and checkers and chess are favored among young and old alike.

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Well into his sixth decade as a recording and touring artist, David Crosby shows no signs of flagging; to the contrary, he has never been busier, and as he will tell you, he has never been happier. This August, the legendary singer-songwriter celebrated his 76th birthday. The two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famer (as co-founder of both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills, and Nash) has just released Sky Trails, his third solo album in four years, and is touring this fall in support of the new record. Produced by Crosby’s son, James Raymond, a fiercely talented songwriter in his own right, the album is a jazz-inspired masterpiece, a stylistic departure from the shimmering, acoustic-based Lighthouse album of 2016, or its predecessor, the more electrified Croz from 2014. The delight in Crosby’s voice was

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Guests Bring New Spin On Nutcracker BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF editorial@antonmediagroup.com

Prominent Long Island ballet company Eglevsky Ballet is set to bring holiday cheer to the masses with its annual production of The Nutcracker on Saturday, Dec. 16, and Sunday, Dec. 17. The performace will feature choreography by the company’s executive artistic director, Maurice Brandon Curry, and starring Unity Phelan, soloist at New York City Ballet as the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Jared Angle, principal dancer at New York City Ballet as her Cavalier, while celebrated film and stage actor Chris Comfort will portray Clara’s lovable and mysterious godfather, Drosselmeyer. Under the direction of maestro David Bernard, the Massapequa Philharmonic Orchestra will play Tschiakovsky’s magnificent score. The performances will take place on Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., and Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Long Island University in Brookville. Curry has staged this production of The Nutcracker (the third in his career) as a traditional one, albeit with unique dimensions added throughout. “Eglevsky Ballet has long been known for its approach to this treasured story,” said Curry. “Our production delves deeper into the characters of Clara and Drosselmeyer and also blends our incredibly talented academy students seamlessly with our professional dancers. Also, the production is highly theatrical while keeping the dancing as the true star of the ballet.” Phelan was born in Princeton, NJ, and began her dance training at the age of five at the Princeton Ballet School, where her teachers included Douglas Martin, Maria Youskevitch, and Mary Barton. During the summers of 2008 and 2009, Phelan attended the summer sessions at the School of American Ballet, the official school of New York City Ballet, and enrolled as a full-time student in fall of 2009. She became an apprentice with NYCB in December 2012 and joined the company as a member of the corps de ballet in November 2013. In February 2017, Phelan was promoted to soloist. She was featured on the cover of the January 2016 issue of Dance Magazine as one of their “25 to Watch” dance artists. Angle was born in Altoona, PA, where he began his early dance training at age six at the Allegheny Ballet Academy. He entered the School of

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One of these alumni is Jennifer Sauter, who as a young child and teenager appeared in many of the Eglevsky Ballet productions of this ballet. This year, Sauter returns to

Jared Angle will portray the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Cavalier. Unity Phelan, on the cover of Dance Magazine, will portray the Sugar Plum Fairy. American Ballet (SAB), the official school of New York City Ballet, in the fall of 1996. In 1997, Angle received the Rudolf Nureyev Scholarship to continue his training at SAB for the 1997-98 school year. Angle became an apprentice with New York City Ballet in March 1998 and joined the company as a member of the corps de ballet in July 1998. He was promoted to the rank of soloist in February 2001. On Nov. 11, 2005, Angle was promoted to principal dancer following a performance during a Company visit to Denmark for the reopening of the Tivoli Concert Hall. Additionally, Curry has welcomed back to the stage several Eglevsky Ballet Alumni to participate in the ballet’s well-known party scene as the parents

and guests of the Stahlbaums, the fictional family who are the party’s hosts. “It is delightful to meet so many people who have fond memories of their years dancing in The Nutcracker at Eglevsky Ballet. I am happy they were all delighted when I extended the offer and are having some wonderful rehearsals,” said Curry.

play the role of Mrs. Stahlbaum, Clara’s mother. “I began dancing with Eglevsky Ballet at the age of six and made many great friends over the years,” said Sauter. “I performed in Eglevsky’s production of The Nutcracker for five years as a child and loved every moment of it. I am honored to have been asked to perform with Eglevsky Ballet again this year as Frau Stahlbaum and am excited to share this holiday tradition with everyone.” This year, “Clara” is being portrayed by 16-year old Yumiko Yanagihara of Syosset. Yanagihara is a junior at Syosset High School. This new production, which premiered last year, has a number of different elements chosen to dispense with the pas de deux usually performed by the Snow Queen and Snow King. Instead, it will be danced by Yanagihara as Clara and the Nutcracker Prince, portrayed by Eglevsky Ballet company dancer Greg DeSantis. “By doing this, the connection between the two characters is more developed and also gives the opportunity for Clara’s dream to have a more poignant and personal effect on our audiences,” said Curry.

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the bill include Almost Journey, a tribute to Journey; 2U, a tribute to U2; All Revved Up, a tribute to Meat Loaf; Pumped, a tribute to Aerosmith; Uppercut, a tribute to Chicago; Bloodlines, a tribute to Blood, Sweat & Tears; Back In Time, a tribute to Huey Lewis and the News; and 45rpm, a tribute to 1970s AM radio. “The name recognition is very good. We just need support. We need people to show up,” said Wasserman. “A couple of people have called and said, ‘I can’t go because it’s during the week, but I’m buying the tickets, I’m going to give them away. At least that’s my donation.’ If they used it even as a donation, that would be great.” In addition to the aid provided for hurricane victims, Wasserman also expects the concert to succeed on a spiritual level, citing the fact that all who attend will be subject to the healing powers of music. “If it were a bike riding event or a walkathon, what’s the thing that’s missing here?” Wasserman asked rhetorically. “There are people who walk that don’t cycle, and there are people who cycle that don’t walk. But everybody loves music.” The Long Island Tribute Band’s Hurricane Relief Benefit Concert will be held at Bethpage High School on Wednesday, Nov. 29, from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call 631-698-9696.

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Everyone Has More Fun With Blondies Jenny McCarthy releases signature cocktails

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Nearly every celebrity is in the game of creating their own product. Whether it is perfume, a clothing line, or food and beverages, the fact of being famous is no longer enough. But for actress, model and television host Jenny McCarthy, joining the creative game was born out of a personal need: an alcohol she wasn’t allergic to. Blondies cocktails was her answer. “I wondered in college why, when I would drink beer I couldn’t breathe. My face would turn red and I couldn’t talk,” said McCarthy, who tested her son’s allergies along with her own, finding out that she was allergic to 60 different things. “Once I cleaned up the gluten and dairy, my life was so much better. My rosacea, my rashes are gone, my stomach isn’t bloated. But I still didn’t have a go-to drink.” Before she created Blondies, McCarthy would take packets of Emergen-C and add Stevia to water and gluten free vodka and that was her beverage of choice. Surprised by how many people had the same type of allergy, she aimed to find a distillery that would help her create something that was low calorie, sugarless and full of electrolytes. “I’m so proud of it,” she said of her new cocktail mix, currently available in lemonade and strawberry lemonade. “I’m allergic to the world. I was someone who didn’t have their cocktail when I went out because I’m allergic to beer, wine and most vodkas so it was really hard for me.” McCarthy set out to find a company that would be able to help, meeting with a few who wanted to use chemicals and she wanted real fruit and no artificial colorings. She eventually found a distillery in her hometown of Chicago. “I found Mid-Oak Distillery, Inc. in south side Chicago,” she said. “They said it was illegal to put electrolytes in a

drink but we found another way to fulfill that.” One of the chemists suggested using coconut water, but extracting the coconut, so the end matter was simply infused electrolyte water. McCarthy then added Stevia, real fruit juice and gluten free vodka, conducting numerous taste tests before finalizing the product, like lowering the Stevia content to keep the drink at 100 calories. “The whole process probably took about two years, which I think is pretty fast,” noted McCarthy of the idea going from her head to the shelves. “I was driving everyone crazy. They were like, ‘Jenny, fruit grows on trees, you have to wait for it to grow if you want real fruit juice.’” McCarthy and her team created 12 flavors but limited them to two universal ones: lemonade and strawberry lemonade. “Those flavors are pretty basic for everyone,” she said. “My favorite was grapefruit, which will probably come out next summer and there will be more as time goes on.” McCarthy launched her

new mixed vodka cocktail on Nov. 15 at Total Wines & More in Westbury. Guests got the chance to meet the actress, purchase a bottle of Blondies and have their bottle signed by McCarthy. As for how to enjoy Blondies, McCarthy prefers the mix on it’s own over ice, but she recommends club soda for those who like a carbonated, sparkling sizzle with their drink. While she prepares for the end of 2017 and

beginning of a new year, McCarthy has a whole list planned, which hopefully includes checking those items off with a glass of Blondies in hand. “I’m dedicating my time to doing all the things I’ve wanted to do instead of have to do,” she said. “I really want to launch a web show, so that’s maybe on the horizon, a way more Internet based, web-viral Jenny.” For more on Blondies cocktails, visit www. blondies cocktails.com.

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Hofstra Dancers Raise Funds For Research BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF editorial@antonmediagroup.com

As hundreds of Hofstra University students hula-hooped and pranced the night away at Children’s Miracle Network’s (CMN) Dance Marathon, they also raised more than $17,000 for Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park. The Northwell Health Foundation event, sponsored on campus by Hofstra’s student medical organization Phi Delta Epsilon and Danceworks Productions, saw participants raise funds and compete—over a 10-hour period on Nov. 11—in group dances, obstacle courses, hula hoop and volleyball contests. The Children’s Miracle Network’s mission is to increase funds and awareness for children’s hospitals across the country. Cohen Children’s, the New York metropolitan area’s first pediatric hospital, is the local CMN hospital for New York City and Long Island. “I couldn’t have been more proud to be part of something that was so successful and help build an event that will continue to fundraise for Cohen Children’s for years to come,” said Tom Fraher, a Hofstra student who helped organize the event. Several current and former Cohen Children’s patients spoke to students at the event, including

Dancers raised money Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park. Olivia Macchio, a 10-year-old from Garden City who is in remission after battling Burkitt’s lymphoma. “I am back to school, and back to all my sports and activities,” she said. “I am very thankful that the doctors had medicine to make me better. I

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Museum’s New Artistic Shine BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF editorial@antonmediagroup.com

Thanks to world-renowned pop and graffiti artist Kenny Scharf, visitors to the Nassau County Museum of Art will see vibrant works of art before they even enter the museum. The museum’s new Manes Family & Education Center was brilliantly transformed by Scharf recently, as the artist emblazoned the exterior with lively colors and striking characters. Over four days, on the ground and atop a fork-lift platform, Scharf used the stark white outer walls of The Manes Center as canvas for his iconic fanciful, vibrant pop renaissance images. The Manes Family Art & Education Center at Nassau County Museum of Art provides a learning space committed to engaging members of our community in visual art experiences by providing a gateway to the creative process. This newly refurbished building offers a dynamic and inspiring environment in which audiences of all ages and abilities can find creative engagement through a variety of activities, projects, and talks. With art on view, an art studio, a new media lab, a

reading room, and outdoor classroom, children, families and adults will have the opportunity to enjoy programs that include traditional and contemporary forms of art processes and art education. The center is located on the grounds of Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Dr. in Roslyn Harbor. It is the first building on the left after entering the grounds from Northern Boulevard. To learn more, visit www.nassaumuseum.org.

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HEALTH BRIEF

Do I Need a Pap Test Every Year? Dr. Kecia Gaither offers tips on cancer screening Before the Pap test was adopted as a standard screening test in the 1950s, cervical cancer was among the leading causes of cancer death in women. The test is generally credited with saving the lives of millions of women and, according to the American Cancer Society, is responsible for a 50 percent decrease in the death rate from cervical cancer over the last 40 years. A Pap test has been an annual fact of life for women for decades. However, in 2012, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued new guidelines based on studies that showed no advantage to having an annual Pap test over having one every three years. Named after Georgios Papanikolaou, the Greek doctor whose research in the 1920s led to the development of the test, the Pap test, also known as a Pap smear, collects cells from the cervix, which is the lower end of the uterus where it opens into the vagina. Microscopic examination checks for cancerous cells and cells that show abnormal changes that might become cancer, a pre-cancer condition called cervical dysplasia. The cancer can usually be treated successfully when caught early and can almost always be prevented when pre-cancerous changes are detected. While most cases of cervical cancer are caused by the common sexually transmitted infection HPV (human papillomavirus), which is often responsible for abnormal changes in cervical cells, sexually active women may also be tested for the presence of an active HPV infection. Dr. Kecia Gaither is a dual board-certified physician in OB/GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and she says that the goal of the new test guidelines is for early detection of cancer. “Testing often enough can catch early warning signs of cancer but not so often that women are subjected to unnecessary follow-up based on false positive results,” she said. “But while it’s true that most healthy women do not need an annual Pap test, there are exceptions based on a woman’s history and sexual activity. And all should have a well-woman doctor visit every year that covers reproductive and sexual health.” According to Gaither, every woman should discuss with her doctor when and how often she should be tested. “In general, most women between the ages of 21 and 65 should have regular Pap tests but most do not need to have one every year,” she said. Although cervical cancer is very rare in younger women, screening should start at age 21. Even if they are sexually active, changes associated

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As they get older women between 30 and 65 should have both a Pap test and an HPV test every five years or a Pap test alone every three years. If both tests are negative, the risk of cervical dysplasia developing in the next few years is very low. Women over age 65 do not need further testing if their recent tests have been negative and if they do not have a history of cervical cancer or dysplasia, or a weakened immune system. Those who are HIV-positive, run the risk of an increase in cervical cancer. If a woman has had her cervix removed during a hysterectomy, she does not need testing unless the hysterectomy was performed because of cancer or a pre-cancerous condition. “The Pap test is a vital screening tool for detecting cervical cancer and pre-cancer,” said Gaither. “But there are further steps women can take to reduce their risk.” There is an HPV vaccine that is most effective, against certain strains of HPV, when given to girls before they become sexually active. Condoms, additionally, reduce the transmission of sexual infections, including HPV, and regular use has been shown to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer. When it comes down to it, cervical cancer can be detected early and is often prevented from developing by conscientious screening, Gaither noted. “The Pap test has proven effective and reliable for decades and, along with preventive steps that reduce risk, offers women a powerful means to protect their health,” she said. Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, a perinatal consultant and women’s health expert, is a double board-certified physician in OB/GYN and MaternalFetal Medicine in New York City. For more information, visit www.keciagaither.com.

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Former Met Speaks On Prostate Cancer NYU Winthrop Hospital recently announced that Edgardo Alfonzo, manager of the minor-league Brooklyn Cyclones baseball team and a former New York Mets second and third basemen, will be the keynote speaker at a Men’s Health 2017 forum focused on advances in prostate diagnosis and treatment. The forum, which is open to the public, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. The program kicks off with free prostate-cancer screening tests for all male participants, followed by a panel discussion on advances in diagnosis and treatment led by Aaron E. Katz, MD, the chairman of Urology at NYU Winthrop Hospital. Alfonzo will then serve as keynote speaker, discussing “Living with Prostate Cancer.” He will be introduced by radio personality Ed Randall, who hosts Talking Baseball on WFAN and is also the founder of the educational nonprofit Fans for the Cure. “There are extraordinary

advancements in diagnosing and treating prostate cancer that NYU Winthrop will be sharing with the community,” said Katz. “The most important thing is early detection, and we encourage men to capitalize on this opportunity to have a free screening.” Any male participant who wishes will be given a free PSA screening. Anyone between ages 40-80 with an abnormal PSA will then be offered a 4Kscore diagnostic blood test. That test analyzes prostate specific biomarkers along with patient clinical information to accurately detect a man’s personalized risk for aggressive and potentially lethal prostate cancer. Screenings will be done from 8 to 8:30 a.m. and then again from 11 to 11:15 a.m. following the panel discussion. While the screenings are free, there is a $25 registration fee to attend the Men’s Health 2017 program. Katz will serve as moderator for the panel discussion. He is a pioneer in the field of prostate cancer, having developed cryosurgery to treat and cure prostate cancers. Katz subsequently trained more than 100

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Arriving By Chance, Thriving By Determination

When Cesari Iman first arrived at Newark Liberty International Airport from Turkey in 2008, he had just enough to get by, settling in East Northport with some friends who were already living here. “I don’t have a license. I don’t have anything. I don’t have a Social Security number,” Iman said. “I’ll get it in the meantime, but the way you come into the country you don’t have anything. So, I was really lucky.” Iman, now 32, was a recipient of the Diversity Immigrant Visa lottery (also known as the Green Card lottery), a program where 50,000 permanent resident visas are available annually to diversify the immigrant population in the U.S. Applicants are selected from countries with low rates of immigration and sets them on a pathway to citizenship. “I only came to see. I never planned it. I never dreamed about it,” Iman said. Iman grew up in Kocaeli, a city just outside of Istanbul and later moved to Istanbul. There, he went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in food engineering, though he never ended up

LONG ISLAND WINS Maryann Sinclair Slutsky pursuing work in that field. After he arrived on Long Island, Iman started working his way up by getting a job at gas stations. Eventually, he found his place at a Hess station in Babylon where soon he became an assistant manager, then a store manager. The Hess company helped pay part of his tuition to study at Dowling College where received his master’s degree in business administration in 2013. With the degree in hand, he jumped into the world of municipal government, securing a position as a program coordinator for Nassau County’s Office of Minority Affairs. There, he helps businesses owned by minorities and women become

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Cesari Iman and his wife Yasemin are all smiles visiting Montauk to see the lighthouse in 2014. (Photo Courtesy of Cesari Iman) certified so they can take a greater role place to live, a bastion of democracy. “Opportunities are open. I know in local government contracts. “I think the idea was that they never some people might discriminate, but most of them they don’t even care participate in these contracts, like about it. They just look at you and your these groups, it’s kind of like encouragement for them to make it easier a abilities, if you work hard, if you’re little bit,” Iman said. honest, it’s open,” he said. With a new Nassau County adminisAlso in 2013, Iman and his wife, tration starting in January, Iman hopes Yasemin, were wedded, once in to remain in his role with the county. their native Turkey, then again when But, if things change, he is considering she moved here that same year. She becoming an entrepreneur and purcurrently works as a landscape archichasing a gas station of his very own. tect specializing in computer-aided If Iman does go down the entrepredesign with an engineering firm. Iman neurial route, he’ll be part of the demo- added that she hopes to become a civil graphic of immigrants who comprise engineer. the majority share of business owners “She’s doing good, much better here on Long Island. than me,” Iman said. “She’s got a lot of As with most immigrants who come things going on.” to this country for a better life, Iman Just from looking at him, one probais hard working. He drives for Uber bly would not be able to tell that Iman in addition to his day job, where he’s is a Muslim immigrant from Turkey. also managed to glean a few tips on his But, he said his wife, who wears a potential future dreams. headscarf, does not blend in so easily. “Doing that I’ve been meeting a lot “She tells me that she’s walking the of people, a lot of business owners, street or in some stores and people and we have nice conversations on look at her a little bit,” Iman said. “I say, the ride and they say that it’s very hard ‘when they look at you, look at them and tough being a business owner, but straight, and I’m pretty sure they’re down the road you get a lot of rewards going to turn away.’” back,” Iman said. “So, you don’t have Looking at the current state of to know anybody to run a business. If politics and the climate of fear being perpetuated against immigrants, you work hard you can still do it not knowing anybody. It would be difficult Iman remains steadfast and believes in the structure and principles of the in Turkey, definitely. You have to know certain people, you have to have American system, calling our checks and balances “a great thing.” connections, and it’s much harder.” Since 2013, Iman’s homeland has “If you work hard and do things been mired with political instability, right and properly, you can get it with a failed coup just last year adding done,” Iman said. ““Because this is the to the turmoil. Despite its flaws, he country that has a lot of opportunities considers the U.S. a safer and freer out there.”

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NASSAU COUNTY NEWS

embers of the United Veterans Organization (UVO) and members of Long Island’s health care community were recently joined by county officials at the UVO’s annual Veteran’s Day service at Veteran’s Plaza in Field 6 of Eisenhower Park on Nov. 5. The event included an opening address by County Executive Ed Mangano and a performance by the St. Agnes Choir. Pictured: Irene Auteri-Feguson RN, MA of Adelphi; Professor Marilyn Klainberg of Adelphi; Legislator Laura Schaefer; Angelo Ciotta, Iwo Jima survivor; Elaine Smith, dean of Adelphi; County Executive Ed Mangano; Claire Shulman, former Queens Borough president and 1946 Adelphi nursing alumnus; Ann Callahan-Dick, nursing cadet, WWII; Dorothy Lonnergan, nursing cadet alumnus; Eleanor Moffatt, alumnus of St. John’s Hospital in Queens; Ralph Esposito, director of Nassau County Veterans Services; Legislator Rose Walker; and

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Thought Gallery Consider these recommendations for upcoming talks, readings and more in and around New York City: Evacuation Day Walking Tour Saturday, Nov. 25, and Sunday, Nov. 26, at 11 a.m. Fraunces Tavern Museum 54 Pearl St. 212-968-1776 www.frauncestavernmuseum.org Walk off your turkey and get a Revolutionary look at New York at this tour centered on when the British troops ended their occupation of New York City as the Revolutionary War came to an end ($20).

Big-name actors join mystery writer Megan Abbott for a Selected Shorts celebration of page-turner pioneer Agatha Christie. Superfan Fran Lebowitz will also be on hand as Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple vie for your affections ($36). Visit www.thoughtgallery. org for information about lectures, readings and other intellectual events or to sign up for the weekly newsletter.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). This week’s main action will be a team effort. Groups are nuanced and complex. Similarities may be the glue that keeps it cohesive, and yet in order to fit in, everyone needs to feel a little special and unique, too. That’s why the one who teases out your unique perspective will make you feel bonded to himself and all.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Some have had it so easy in life, they simply can’t relate to your struggles except for in the superficial way one might relate to the movie of the week. These people can be neither blamed nor trusted. It will be in your best interest to find people with more depth and develop relationships with them. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There are those who aren’t on your side now and never will be. It’s not because they dislike you; it’s because they think only of themselves. The healthy thing is to recognize whom you’re dealing with and limit your exposure to the ones who are emotionally and spiritually limiting their exposure to the rest of the world. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Friendships take focus. Your deepest relationships aren’t necessarily with the people you’ve known the longest or have the most in common with. There are reasons, though -- some of which will remain mysterious. It’s not important to know why; it’s only important to celebrate these magical, meaningful connections. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’re not going to learn by being told. No one does. To be told is to only begin scratching the surface. Learning will be something you do for yourself as you go through the motions. In some ways, even those who are guided by masters are still self-taught. Give yourself a little more credit for all you’ve assimilated. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’re well-aware that you’re not always the influencer in the room, nor would you want to be. And yet, this week will bring you at least one instance where the power in the room is up for grabs and you’re the best one to take it. So don’t be swayed by strong personalities, especially if they happen to be in the wrong. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll see someone struggling. It’s not necessarily time to jump in. Saving the day or having the answer isn’t the thing here. Superheroes are forged in the fire of their own battles. They’re made in strong, solo decisions. Stand by, ready to help, but don’t rob anyone of the chance to fight his or her own fight. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You have many friends, and they are not all equal in their ability to be supportive. The one who encourages you to give a full, enthusiastic expression to your ideas (without being the least bit threatened by your talent or by the attention you get when you shine) is truly special and should be cherished as such now. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). There are reasons you show up when you don’t feel like it, finish the job when it’s tedious and execute duties that are boring, demanding and difficult. You know the secret: Life is a never-ending trade-off. The big life you desire exacts a sacrifice, and this is it. Work. Eventually, the prize will be yours. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). This week features fresh starts, new endeavors and plenty of energy to get into the action. You won’t be the leader this time, but definitely watch that person and take notes -- because your turn is coming. Also notable is all the time you’ll spend waiting in a line of sorts. Prepare mentally for this test of patience. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You know you’re loved. This love is not just something theoretical. You actually feel it, though you don’t always know where it’s coming from. You’ll receive love from near and far. You’ll also receive favors, practically without strings, although one could say you’re trading on the magnetism of your smile. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Among the most important efforts you could make this week is the effort to get more sleep -- not as easy as it sounds. You’ll have to shift priorities and rearrange your schedule. You’ll have to exert your body so it’s ready for deep slumber. And you’ll have to solve the problem that’s been keeping you up at night.

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Uber, MADD Give The Gift Of Safety BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF

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Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Uber recently announced a joint effort to combat drunk driving on Thanksgiving Eve by offering free rides across Long Island. Thanksgiving Eve, which has also been called “Blackout Wednesday,” is one of the busiest drinking nights of the year and the beginning of the holiday season, when there is an increase in instances of impaired driving. “I applaud and am grateful for the joint effort by Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Uber to keep our residents safe by offering free rides on the evening before Thanksgiving,” said Nassau County Executive-elect Laura Curran. “Drunk driving kills too many in our communities and this important initiative will save lives.” All Long Island residents and visitors can enter the promo code “SAFERIDELI” into the Uber app by navigating to the menu, tapping “Payment,” and then “Add Promo/Gift Code.” This will unlock two free rides up to $15 per ride that start and end on Long Island on Thanksgiving Eve. The free rides are available between 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and 3 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 23. Suffolk and Nassau counties both have some of the most alcohol-related crashes across the state’s 62 counties, according to data released in 2015. According to Institute for Traffic Safety Management and Research data, there were more than 5,000 arrests for impaired driving in Nassau County and more than 4,600 arrests for impaired driving in Suffolk County in 2016. In that same year, there were 394 alcohol-related crashes with injuries and 35 alcohol-related crashes with fatalities in Suffolk County. There were 313 alcohol-related crashes with injuries and 22 alcohol-related crashes with fatalities in Nassau County. An independent study conducted by Temple University found that Uber’s entrance into various cities in California resulted in a 5 percent decrease in the number of people killed in alcohol-related car crashes. Uber also surveyed its U.S. rider base, and respondents reported taht Uber has helped them make safe decisions to get home. Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas also gave thanks to MADD and Uber for the safety initiative. “Every time a driver decides to get behind the wheel drunk they are

Uber is joining with Mothers Against Drunk Driving to offer free rides on Thanksgiving Eve. making a conscious decision to risk the lives of every person on the road around them,” said Singas. “Drunk and drugged driving is an epidemic on Long Island and this initiative by Uber and MADD will help make our streets safer this holiday season.” MADD executive director Richard Mallow commended Uber for joining in this effort. “The holiday season is a special time for joy and togetherness, but it’s also the one of the most dangerous times of the year on the road because of the increased frequency of drunk driving,” said Mallow. “By providing a reliable ride at the push of a button — no matter the time or place — Uber is helping people make better, safer choices.” Uber’s general manager for the tristate region, Sarfraz Maredia said it was an easy decision to help driver make the safter choice this holiday season. “When empowered with access to more transportation options through Uber, people are making responsible choices that result in fewer alcohol-related crashes,” said Maredia. “By continuing to work with local leaders and MADD, we can help make Long Island streets safer. We hope that Long Island residents decide to leave their cars at home on Wednesday and use options like Uber to get around.”

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Christmas Fair Enjoy a Christmas Fair—Germanstyle—at Plattduetsche Park Biergarden Friday, Nov. 24 on Nov. 25 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Black Friday Admission is free. Lots of imported goods, fresh centerpieces, wreaths, Saturday, Nov. 25 children craft activity, German foods Small Business Saturday and cakes, A visit from Santa too. Plattduetsche Park is located at 1132 Tree Trimming Event Hempstead Turnpike, in Franklin Kick off the holiday season by helping the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Square. Visit www.parkrestaurant.com Society decorate the lighthouse holiday or call 516-354-3131 for details. tree on Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27 Bring a handmade ornament relating Camera Club to the sea, nature or the Lighthouse The Manhasset Great Neck Camera to hang on the tree. Reservations are Club (MGNCC) will meet on Nov. 27 at necessary. Parking available in Robert 7 p.m. at the Manhasset Public Library Moses State Park field 5. Visit www. (30 Onderdonk Ave., Manhasset) for fireislandlighthouse.com or call 631its presentation meeting, including a 661-4876 for details. discussion about what makes a picture creative. The club is open to new Evening Tower Tour members of all levels, including digital, Experience the Fire Island Lighthouse iPhone, point & shoot, from beginners at night while working off some of to advanced. Visit www.mgncc.org for those holiday calories on Nov. 25 at 4 more information. p.m. Bring a flashlight for your walk back to the parking field. Cost is $15 for Wednesday, Nov. 29 lighthouse members, $20 for nonmemLecture Series bers. Reservations are required. Sunset Join Nassau Community College for is at 4:29 p.m. Visit www.fireislandits lecture series on Nov. 29 at 11 a.m. lighthouse.com or call 631-661-4876 in the main building, room 252. The for details. Happy Thanksgiving

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Classic Board Games Sorry!, Parcheesi, Trouble, Candy Land, The Game of Life, Monopoly, Connect Four, Chutes and Ladders, Hi Ho! Cherry-O These are the games our parents played, which in turn, grew to be our favorites as children as well. Getting the perfect bubble pop in Trouble (1965), making it through the Candy Cane Forest and Gum Drop Mountain to reach King Candy’s Castle in Candy Land (1949), the end of reaching retirement in The Game of Life (1960), which was America’s first popular parlour game, and staying out of jail long enough to make those millions in Monopoly (1935), these games kept us entertained for hours, and somehow, we never got bored.

Interactive Games Hungry Hungry Hippos, Mouse Trap, Barrel of Monkeys, Pick up Sticks, Twister, Pictionary, Operation, Hangman, Tic Tac Toe Things get physical during a game of Twister (1966) as players reach over, under and across from each other to put their hands and feet on colored spots. Games of Pictionary (1985), Hangman and Hungry Hungry Hippos (1967) can get pretty intense. If you weren’t blessed with the virtue of patience, steer clear of pick-up sticks, Barrel of Monkeys (1961) and Mouse Trap. Break out the games this Thanksgiving and have some fun post-turkey coma.

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Brussels Sprouts

The first vegetable entry on the list, Brussels sprouts go from gross to incredible when they are roasted with a simple mix of garlic, salt and pepper. Some enterprising cooks add bacon to the mix for a fatty flavor up-tick. Brussels sprouts do the job it was cooked for: to provide roughage to aid in the digestion process—they just happen to do so with more flavor than most. Leftover rating: C. Here’s where it gets iffy. Sprouts reheat fine in the oven, but Brussels sprouts muffins, pancakes, etc. are not recommended.

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ith Thanksgiving here already, it is time to look beyond the bird for the best side dishes to crowd your plate. And since gravy and cranberry sauce are condiments and stuffing is de rigueur, those three items are left off the list. Dishes are judged on two categories: in-meal enjoyment and leftover utilization.

Mashed Potatoes

Whether creamy or lumpy, skinless or skin-ful, mashed potatoes are ladled vigorously every year on Thanksgiving, making it the clear winner in the battle for side-dish supremacy. Draped in gravy, mashed potatoes can rescue dry turkey from the doldrums and render lesser desired side dishes more palatable with an enterprising mixing technique. Leftover Rating: A+, for inclusion in the leftover sandwich, mashed potato hash, pancakes, waffles, croquettes, etc.

Creamed Spinach

What can be said about creamed spinach? It’s spinach and cream. It looks unappetizing and aside from providing vitamins and the aforementioned roughage, it borders on unnecessary. Leftover rating: D. I don’t know, maybe try mixing it into scrambled eggs if you dare.

Green Bean Casserole

Corn Casserole

A warming mix of corn, creamed corn, corn muffin mix, sour cream and melted butter coalesce to bake into a soft pillow of luscious textures and flavors. When this casserole hits the table, all other corn preparations become obsolete and rightfully so. Leftover rating: A, as corn casserole becomes the perfect vehicle for Black Friday eggs overeasy after it’s sliced and pan-fried in butter.

Sweet Potato Casserole

The carb-overload continues with this sweet left turn of a side dish. Baked in a Dutch oven or casserole dish, sweet potatoes ride that thin line between dinner and dessert with brown sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg and, oh yeah, mini-marshmallows and maybe some pecans. The foliage-orange coloring also adds a tint of autumn to the dinner kaleidescope. Leftover rating: B-. The sweetness limits the possibilities a bit, but sweet potato biscuits and pancakes are wonders of the morning after.

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Another cream and vegetable equation, this time topped with some sort of fried-onion crumble from a can. Honestly, the only ingredient saving this dish from the garbage is that fried-onion topping. Leftover rating: D-. Ever try eating reheated canned fried-onion topping? You won’t like it.

Glazed Carrots

Utter nonsense. Glazed carrots are a plain and unappealing vegetable disguised with queasy amounts of butter, brown sugar and even maple syrup in some recipes. Throw one or two on the plate for color, but let it get lost under the green bean casserole. Leftover rating: F. Just no.

Honorable Mention: All the Pies Pumpkin, blueberry, cherry, peach, chocolate pudding, pecan, apple—these all work as sidecars to your main Thanksgiving meal. Don’t be afraid to grab a slice during dinner, as greedy family members tend to make pies disappear.

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On The Shoulders Of A Giant BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

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iven how miserable the New York Giants’ current season is going, there’s no better time to look back to this legendary franchise’s storied past—even beyond the team’s four Super Bowl championships. On Oct. 8 of this year, the man born Yelberton Abraham Tittle, Jr., aka Y.A. Tittle, passed away at the age of 90. While he only spent four of his 17 years in the NFL as a member of the Giants, he was inducted into the New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2010 following his being elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971. Following stints with the Baltimore Colts and San Francisco 49ers, many thought he was washed-up when he was traded for second-year guard Lou Cordileone following the 1960 season. The 34-year-old quarterback would go on to have his best career years while playing for New York. Over the next four seasons, he won multiple NFL MVP awards, twice set the league single-season record for touchdown

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