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2021 Pride in Port Schedule Of Events Saturday, Sept. 18 The Annual Hall of Fame Ceremony and Breakfast
Schreiber High School Cafeteria, 9 a.m.
2021 Inductees
Marianne Berndt (1997) Marco Bertolotti (2010) Keith Owens (1983) Raquel Wilson Piraino (1991) Dimitris “Jimmy” Vattes (1997) Inductees Escorted to Vehicles For Parade Line-up Campus Drive, 10:30 a.m.
Pride in Port Parade
Main Street near Belleview Avenue up to Campus Drive, 11:30 a.m.
Grand Marshal:
Port Washington Police Chief Robert DelMuro celebrating 40 years of service
Senior Citizens’ Luncheon
Schreiber High School Cafeteria, 12:30 p.m.
Homecoming Football Game
Port Washington vs Plainview JFK High School Hall of Fame induction at halftime 2:00 p.m.
Dinner Dance
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n Saturday, Sept. 18, the 32nd Pride in Port celebration will begin at 9 a.m. and won’t end until 11 p.m. The day’s event line-up begins with the Annual Hall of Fame ceremony and breakfast, which starts at 9 a.m. in Schreiber High School’s cafeteria. Each year, Schreiber alumni who excelled in sports are honored. This year’s inductees are Marianne Berndt (1997), Marco Bertolotti (2010), Keith Owens (1983), Raquel Wilson Pirano (1991) and Dimitris “Jimmy” Vattes (1997). The parade, which begins at 11:30 a.m., is so heartwarming since it demonstrates tremendous community pride through participation by all elementary schools and Weber Middle School, in addition to many local organizations. The parade starts at Main Street near Belleview Avenue and ends on Campus Drive. This year’s Grand Marshal is Police Chief Robert DelMuro. Chief DelMuro was selected because of his 40 years of outstanding service with the Port Washington Police Department. Construction on Weber’s field is completed so Family Fun Day is back. Inflatable rides, crafts, face painting and more will please children of all ages. Other events planned along Campus Drive include the homecoming football game and a luncheon honoring senior citizens. The game begins at 2 p.m. and includes an Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony during halftime. The senior luncheon will be held in the Schreiber cafeteria starting at 12:30 p.m. The Town of North Hempstead is providing bus transportation from the Port Washington Adult Activities Center parking lot (cars may be left there during the day) at 80 Manorhaven Boulevard at 10:30 a.m., making stops at Landmark on Main Street to the parade. Special seating will be provided in front of the LIRR station for senior citizens. After the parade, the bus will bring passengers to the senior luncheon, then back to the Center at about 2 p.m. At 7 p.m., the annual “Taste of Port Washington” Dinner dance kicks off at the Polish-American Hall. This year’s Community
Honoree is the Port Washington Community Chest COVID-19 Response Committee because of their extreme selflessness in helping to raise money and gather and distribute food donations and gift cards for needy families shortly after most businesses closed in March 2020.
Dozens of local restaurants generously donate food for the cocktail hour and dinner. Entertainment will feature performances by Sequel and there will be dozens of great raffle prizes. Dinner dance tickets can be purchased in advance for $35 per person on eventbrite.com (search
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ast year’s season for Schreiber’s football team wasn’t exactly one to remember. The team was only able to play three games of the six on their schedule after being quarantined on multiple occasions, going 1-2. On Aug. 23, the boys began working in order to reverse last season’s losing trend, especially in their homecoming game after the Pride in Port parade. All eyes will be on the Vikings on Saturday, Sept. 18, as they welcome Plainview JFK to Port for the first home game of the season, as well as the ever-important homecoming game. Before that, though, they’ll kick off the year in Massapequa with a scrimmage during Labor Day weekend, and start the regular season with a visit to Farmingdale. It’ll be important to start strong and build momentum early on this year leading up to the homecoming game. “It’s only day two of camp, we’re just trying to get better each day, coaching the little things up,” Head Coach Kevin Cloghessy said. “We’re going to take it day by day going into week one at Farmingdale, go there, look to compete, study film in any area we can get better and just continue to look at who we’re going against the next week. We’re very day-to-day as far as being prepared goes.” Cloghessy and the team are trying to build on the small victories in practice in the pre-season, hopefully towards big victories once the season begins. The first game of the year, at Farmingdale, will show whether or not they are able to do so early on. Homecoming is one of, if not the most important game for the Vikings,
mainly because it likely will swing the morale of every player in one direction or another, depending on the result. Every player will have that game marked on their calendar, and excitement will only continue to build throughout the year. “I think it means a lot to the program itself,” Coach Cloghessy said. “I think it means a lot to all the kids that are in the program, especially because last year we didn’t get a chance to have it. So for everyone to have it and experience it, as far as the Varsity guys who are seniors and didn’t get to do it as juniors, and even the sophomore team to see the environment and everything it has to bring, with the community coming down to show support. It’s a great atmosphere, and it’s something everyone is looking forward to.” The atmosphere at Homecoming is certainly going to be different from last year’s games, as well as those of seasons past. One reason is the changes in fan limitations. Last year, football players were only allowed to have two fans attend each game. By the end of the school year, players on all teams could have up to six fans. Packed bleachers have not been seen yet at the newly renovated football field at Schreiber; hopefully we can see that in this year’s home opener. While the team looks strong, they’ll miss many key seniors who graduated this past June. Two of these include linemen Michael Cichon and RJ Holt, both ranked in last year’s Top 100 Football Players on Long Island, courtesy of Newsday. While these two
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VIKINGS from page 6A anchored the senior class, there were many other key players who graduated, leaving many spots to fill. Many former JV players are eager to step up for the Varsity squad in the 2021 season, and confident that they can do so. With that being said, the Viking Football program is still looking to build, throughout this year and for the coming years. The team has been struggling to succeed after being moved up into a higher conference a few years ago, but they have improved with each
coming season. “This is my fourth year as the head coach,” Cloghessy said. “We’ve been trending up, and we’re looking to build with the JV this year, as well as taking that next step as a Varsity program. We’re a six seed going in, which is definitely exciting. We have a tough schedule, but like I preach to them every day, it’s not necessarily about who we play, it’s about us and how we play.” While Cloghessy has a long-term outlook, success in the present could be imminent.
Through the first two days of preseason camp, each position group has looked solid, and they’ll only continue to improve leading up to opening day. The homecoming game against Plainview JFK will be a good litmus test for the team, foreshadowing the potential for success throughout the rest of their season. Lucas Milgrim is a Junior at Schreiber High School in Port Washington. He is the Copy Editor of The Schreiber Times and loves to write about local events, issues, sports and more.
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n this the Port Washington Police District’s (PWPD) 100th Anniversary, it is fitting that the Grand Marshal of the Parade and Day of Events is Chief Robert Del Muro. Chief Del Muro, not only is the commanding officer and in charge of the day-to-day operations of some 85 employees of the District, but he is the most senior member of the entire Department. He was sworn in on April 25, 1981, thereby celebrating 40 years of dedicated service to the PWPD. The Chief has a lifelong, strong bond to the Port Washington community. Chief Del Muro’s family originated from Port Washington, his mother (nee, Intintoli, Indence) a descendant from Italy, grew up on Roslyn’s West Shore Road, with his grandfather a worker in the Sand Pits, and his dad, from Barcelona. They met here and forged a family. Chief Del Muro went through the Port Washington School District, and always wanted to be a police officer. He took his test as soon as it was made available in 1978, and admitted that because of his love of the town, and his desire to be of service to the community that gave so much to his family, he was determined to be a part of the Port Washington Police District. He spent 13 years as a patrol officer, and then 16 years as a detective, which he really liked doing. He was later promoted to sergeant after those 29 years, then Lieutenant, Deputy Chief and now Chief of the Department. He is the only officer left that was sworn in from his class of 12. As a Detective, Chief Del Muro was a great asset to the ‘taking down’ of the MS-13 gang, which became quite a problem in Port Washington and Long Island in the late 90s. He was the originator of the ‘Round Table’ from Nassau and Suffolk counties and the jails of New York City. He was responsible for ‘locking up’ nine top leaders of the gang. He was one of the first on Long Island to have a confidential informant, which tremendously assisted the deportation and arrests. This led to the formation of the Gang Unit for the PWPD, in which members of the squad became part of the Federal Task Force. When asking the Chief what aspects of the PWPD that have changed since he first signed on, he was very
Chief Robert Del Muro and his wife Louanne. (Contributed photo)
happy to share so many initiatives. The SRO, or the School Resource Officer, has been such an asset to the Port Washington Schools in a time where armed officers were asked to leave schools’ involvement. Officer Tony, known by all, has been known throughout the students, families and administration for his assistance and knowledge of all issues with the school district. He cites as well the special involvement of many of the officers not only with the 100th Anniversary, but to all community events, including parades, fireworks, turkey trots and feasts to name a few. He also cited the POP (Problem Oriented Policing) Unit which concentrates on anything ‘special’ that the PD encountered, including patterns of burglaries, underage liquor sales or forms of similar violations of the law. This unit has the closest relationship with the
community including working with the Littig House Christmas Party and Pride in Port. They are also included with the Traffic Safety Enforcement Unit (TSEU), which assists in the safety of trucks in town and other issues with safe passage through Port Washington. A part of the TSEU is the initiated and expanded bicycle unit, which Chief Del Muro indicates that many of the officers are certified with its use. The officers monitor special events including the Outdoor on Main, Parades, Greek Fest and the Italian Feasts. The Motorcycle Unit is also a part of the group, as a two motorcycle unit whose main concern is Traffic Safety Enforcement. Chief Del Muro spoke briefly about MC-1, Mike McNulty, who was involved in a catastrophic accident on January 28, 2017 when conducting an escort of the PWFD ambulance with
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transportation of a victim in cardiac arrest. Chief Del Muro indicates that although he is doing better after a multitude of surgeries, he had to retire due to the inability to maintain his duties. “Losing Mike was huge for our Department; he was well liked and always did a great job,” Chief Del Muro said. When asking the chief what has made him stay for 40 years, he said that changing positions gave him an opportunity to ‘renew’ each time he was promoted. “Every job was different; I always saw myself retiring after I became a Detective. I enjoyed that job greatly, and truly that knowledge and the investigation process helps me today.” He felt that the PWPD has always been ahead of the curve, whether with the use of weapons, tasers, computers or any other equipment that provides the very best service for the town and the community. He cites that the officers, his administrative staff, including an Assistant Chief (who oversees the Patrol aspect of the Department) and his Deputy Chief (who oversees the Administrative and Detective parts) and the POP Unit, are always investigating and researching what is the best for the town. “We attempt to provide the most innovative and personal service to Port Washington,” he stated. Chief Del Muro indicates that they are still looking for potential sites to house a new Police Department Headquarters that can house the increasing staff and space needed for the ever changing needs of the community. Chief Del Muro is an exempt member of the Flower Hill Hose Co. #1 of the Port Washington Fire Department (PWFD). He joined in 1974, and rose through the ranks of Engineer through Lieutenant, until he became Captain in 1985-86. He still enjoys the ‘brotherhood’ that the PWFD and the PWPD shares. Bob is married to Louanne and together they have six children, Kyle, Robbie and Danielle, Chris and Christina, Ali, Elizabeth and Alex and Theresa. The family rounds out with five grandchildren, Olivia, Charlie, Anthony, Corinne and Ellie, all who are very proud of the Chief. We are too. —Submitted by Pam Monfort
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he Port Washington Public Library and Friends of the Library will be marching in this year’s Pride In Port parade. The parade will start promptly at 11:30 a.m. As usual, the annual pre-parade warm-up show on the Showmobile will occur next to the train station on Main Street. On this the Port Washington Police Department’s 100th Anniversary, the Grand Marshal of the Parade and Day of Events is Chief Robert Del Muro. Chief Del Muro, not only is the commanding officer and in charge of the day-to-day operations of some 85 employees of the Department, but he is the most senior member of the entire Department. He was sworn in on April 25, 1981, thereby celebrating 40 years of dedicated service to the PWPD. The Chief has a lifelong, strong bond to the Port Washington community.
At 3:30 p.m, Marc Berger + RIDE will perform a free concert at the John Phillip Sousa Memorial Bandshell in Sunset Park near the town dock. Audience members are encouraged to social distance, wear a mask and bring their own chairs. The concert is presented by the Library and Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Berger has performed at Austin’s SXSW Music Festival and the Kerrville and Falcon Ridge Folk Festivals. He has opened shows for Bob Dylan and other national acts, and his song “The Last One” was a staple of Richie Havens’ concerts. Inspired by Marc’s lifelong love affair with the American West, ‘RIDE’, his critically acclaimed current release, presents ten cinematic recordings capturing its wideopen spaces and timeless romantic allure. Staff from the Port Washington Public Library (as part of their PWPL On the Go Campaign) will be in attendance at the start of the event handing out free swag,
providing residents with Library card signup forms, and speaking to audience members about the latest offerings and services such as the Library of Games and Gadgets and the Museum Pass Program. Directly following the parade will be the Family Fun Day Carnival on Weber’s front field. All rides are free. Also following the parade will be the Senior Citizens’ Luncheon held at Schreiber’s cafeteria. Lunch is free. The homecoming football game is against Plainview Old Bethpage High School and will kick off at 2 PM on Seeber Field. The Athletic Hall of Fame breakfast is at 9 a.m. in the high school cafeteria, and, of course, the wonderful, annual Pride in Port Community Dinner Dance will begin at 8 p.m. at the Polish American Hall. Tickets for the dance are $35. Proceeds fund the Pride in Port Scholarships which are awarded each June to selected graduating seniors. Submitted by Mary Balaban
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Shot Put. Two years later, in Bolivia and Buenos Aires, she placed fourth and first respectively. As a 15 and 16 year old, she competed in Chile in September, placing fifth, and then at the Pan American Games in Columbia, Marianne placed sixth. As a 1997 graduate of Schreiber, Berndt was coached by the Man and the legend, Bruce MacDonald, who guided her throughout her high school career in both winter and spring track and field. She was named the Most Valuable Player of each program every year, and showed tremendous success.
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The life of a shot putter and discus thrower is often lonely with a rare combination of power and grace. The combination of strength, determination, finesse and specificity is something that the athlete strives for perfection. The domination of shot putters is the lesser of the known stories in track and field. It is a sport that doesn’t have to worry about overexposure, as the elite level is often a thankless job with most of the suffering and little of the glory as is common to other professional sports. It is a grueling sport that doesn’t make them rich or even famous, yet it is a sport where measuring ones’ success so accurately becomes the focus of the athlete’s desire to continue. So is the life of Marianne Berndt Ortiz. ‘Googling’ Berndt, one gets wrapped up in the many wins and records and places she earned while competing at worldwide competitions. There are so very many, that it is difficult to keep them straight, where she was and when in her life, yet this is what her life was and continues to be. Overwhelming, and yet amazing. Berndt started in 1992, as a 12 year old at the South American Youth Championships where she competed in October and November and finished fifth and sixth respectively in
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In the Nassau County Championships, Berndt won for the shot and discus in Spring Track her sophomore year; junior year, winter season shot put gold medalist and spring, shot and discus. In her senior year, she won both shot and discus in the County for spring track. She went on to the regional track meet, and won for shot and discus, during her sophomore year, and shot put, her junior year in both winter and spring track. While competing in the Colgate Games, Marianne placed fifth in shot her sophomore year; second place, her junior year, and won gold her senior year. She went on to attend the Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso (Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaiso) where she attended from 1999-05. She was named MVP each year while there, as she continued to compete globally and indeed set records and participated at a high level of competition. From 1993-2006, Berndt was a member of the National Chilean Team, where she held the national records for Shot Put 2000-09 and was the National Champion from 1994-05 (ages 13-16, juniors and beyond). She was also the Chilean record holder in the discus from 2006-11, and was a National
Champion from 2001-07. She has participated in the PanAmerican Games, World University Games, Iberoamerican Games and South American Games, where she placed the highest earning the gold medal in 1998, and the South American University Games where again she won gold in 2005. She was named best athlete of the V Region in Chile in 1999 and 2003. She was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile in 2004 and was the Director of the Female Athletic Committee of the V Region in Chile from 2002-07. If that isn’t enough, Berndt continued to compete as a senior when she moved to the UK. She is the record holder for her current club in Bexley A.C., London, UK, in the shot for both the senior and veterans division and a record holder in the veterans discus throw. In 2019, she competed in the European Masters Championship (age group 35-39) and finished third in the shot put and fourth in the discus throw. She currently lives in the UK and has a daughter named Emily, who is six years old and loves throwing. If she is anything like her mom—a very bright future awaits.
profound understanding of the game to achieve their goal of a .500 mark with a victory against Southside by a score of 15-8. Vattes was named as a Golden Eleven Member his senior year. The Golden 11 is an honor given to the 11 players who best embody the behavior expected of student-athletes on and off the field, which includes maintaining scholar-athlete status and attaining All-County accolades. Only one student-athlete can be nominated from each school and a committee of coaches makes selections from each conference. The National Football Foundation chooses just 11 athletes from all of Nassau County. In addition, he was named as a finalist for the prestigious Thorp Award, which goes to the outstanding high school football player in Nassau County. Vattes went on to play football at Cornell University, where he played for four years, three years as the starting cornerback. One of his titles was that he ran the fastest 40 yard dash during his sophomore year in
the Ivy League. While at Cornell, Vattes was inducted into the Sphinx Head Society, which is the oldest senior honor society at Cornell. It is given to those who demonstrate respectable strength of character on top of a dedication to leadership and service at Cornell. The mission is to create and maintain a stronger feeling and promote a closer and stronger friendship among members of the senior class. Vattes has certainly transformed the philosophies of the Society, his love of sport, the cherished times with teammates to his life today. He is the Managing Partner at Velios Capital, a boutique real estate finance firm. He has exceeded expectations of advancing in this field, as he has financed close to $1 Billion in real estate and is continuing to develop some $250,000,000 in new construction. He is a Rising CCIM Star, as a commercial certified Investment member, who has been recognized with excellence in Real Estate. He is married to Erin Jones Vattes, and they have two children, Penny Louise and Dimitris, Jr.
Dimitris ‘Jimmy’ Vattes, 1997 Jimmy Vattes was an outstanding athlete while at Schreiber. He graduated in 1997 with nine Varsity seasons under his belt. Three of those seasons were in Football, three in Basketball and one in Lacrosse. Coach and Hall of Famer, Steve Shackel remembered Vattes as a ‘pleasure to coach on the basketball court. He was an all-around athlete who dedicated himself to whatever sport he was participating in that season. His work ethic was unquestionable during practices as he always operated at full speed...and that speed was very fast. As a basketball player, his desire to improve his skills and be the best he could be in that sport was focus. On game days he had fire in his eyes and couldn’t wait to get on the court and represent Port Washington Basketball with class and dignity.” It was in Football that Vattes excelled, earning All-County, AllLong Island and All State honors. He was named the MVP at the Nassau County All-Star game, and served as team Captain during his senior year. Vattes played quarterback his
junior and senior years. During his junior year, where he won All-County/ All-Conference awards, many exciting games occurred toward the end of the season. One in particular was a nail biter against a major competitor where with :46 seconds left, the Vikings persevered, and Vattes hit Bryan Cleva for a touchdown pass. Coach Ken Kreuscher pushed his team with the diligence, devotion and
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scoring record of 22 goals and 54 assists. Upon graduation, Owens went on to play a SUNY Farmingdale for Coach Fred Acee, where he was named first team All-American. In his evaluation of his life and opportunities, Owens transferred to Nassau Community College, where he ran the first midfield. Again he was named first team All-American, and played on the 1986 National Junior College Championship Team. Recognizing talent, Coach Roy Simmons, Jr. at Syracuse, recruited Owens for his command of the field, his undying speed and his extraordinary ability to read the play. He was a very strong prospect. Playing for Coach Simmons was a dream, as well as an eye opener. In 1987, Syracuse lost to Cornell in a heartbreaker by a score of 15-18 in the Semi-finals of the National Tournament. The following year, during the NCAA Division I Finals, Syracuse adeptly was victorious over Cornell in a finals re-match, by a score of 13-8. Owens scored a goal in
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that game. Following his run at Syracuse, Owens returned to Long Island, where he played for the North Hempstead Club Team, under the coaching of Harvey Cohen. He also played in the Professional Lacrosse League for the NY Saints. Wearing #1, Keith will say that “playing lacrosse taught me life lessons. I was often the only person of color, but playing lacrosse allowed me to respect life, and gave me perspective of others. I have a lot of lifelong friends and have met some interesting people.” He is recognized as a player who was resilient in breaking barriers in the game of lacrosse. Owens is self-employed as the owner of CHIP AWAY LI LLC, a company that details, and does finishing work on cars, before resale. He is married to Angela, and they have four children; Kyesha, Tyler, Stesva and Lyric. He is still involved in athletics as a coach for the Basketball youth PAL Summer League in Bay Shore and for youth Lacrosse.
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‘rocked’ them, an archrival, handing them a vicious loss, especially from an underdog. She was Captain of the team her senior year. Piraino was also a Girls Athletic Association (GAA) member and of course a Sports Night participant. As a brand new player to Lacrosse, her sophomore year, Piraino played on the JV team, and then moved to Varsity for her Junior and Senior years, playing for Roger Winter. Her love of the game was evident as she grew with the team and was awarded Most Improved her senior
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A very strong and exceptionally talented athlete evolved from the class of 1991 with Raquel (Wilson) Piraino. Piraino was an eight Varsity sport athlete, whose passion for athletics drove her to a lifetime of teaching Physical Education in the Port Washington School district since 1997. Piraino began her love of sports while at St. Mary’s and transferred to Schreiber at the beginning of her sophomore year. She began with soccer, wearing #33, and immediately excelled with her participation on the Varsity team for three years and was the captain of the team, her senior year. Gymnastics was her sport of choice for the winter season, where she competed in all-around competition. She excelled at floor, but enjoyed all of the events. Her coach, Kari Rierson was always impressed with her resilience, flexibility and perseverance and she was awarded the Most Improved Gymnast during her junior year. During that year, the team showed complete domination and determination. They took Cold Spring Harbor by surprise when they
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year as a member of the 1991 Nassau County Championship team. Coach Winter indicated that Raquel made a “dramatic improvement as a player and team member through her three years at Schreiber. Her best quality was that she never missed a ground ball. I called her super scooper. She had tremendous speed and of course, she flourished after high school when she went to Hofstra. It was such a pleasure to coach Raquel and watch her grow and share her passion of Lacrosse.” At Hofstra, she excelled in the sport and won many prestigious honors including the Coach’s award her first year of playing, most improved her second and was a member of Hofstra’s first Undefeated Conference Champions. She was named to the Tournament Team during her senior year as well. She also played in the US Women’s National Tournament ’95, ’97 and ‘98. Piraino has turned her love of playing into coaching. She started Middle School Girls’ Lacrosse in 2000, 2001 and 2005. She was the Varsity Assistant Coach and Head
Coach for 17 years. Piraino has always given back to the community. During her term of Varsity Coach, She was dedicated to fundraising through lacrosse for blood cancer, coordinating the HEADSTRONG Tournament. She also coordinated KIERASTRONG Tournament for the daughter of a fellow colleague, and among other tributes, she was instrumental in establishing girls’ lacrosse clinics and programs for the PYA. She is married to her husband Mike (who proposed to her on the Daly Athletic Field), and together they have two children, who also excel at Lacrosse; Mike, who recently signed to play D1 Lacrosse at Marquette University and Jayden who was an All-County player as a freshman at Half Hollow Hills East. Piraino was named ‘Mother of the Year’ by the Port Washington News— not just for her ability to embody those traits highly regarded in mothers, but she certainly does display the ability to strengthen family relationships, especially through her love of athletics, specifically Lacrosse.
“That was an intense battle for me,” Bertolotti said. “I didn’t expect anything until the second half of the last lap. I told myself with a lap to go; that I’d do whatever it takes to pass the runner in front of me.” With Bertolotti Millrose Games bound, Schreiber track and field head coach Scott Facey knew that without him at the Conference Championship, which was held the same day, chances of a high scoring meet to win the Conference would be a factor. Yet Coach Facey gave him his blessing and said that “If he qualified, this his senior year, Madison Square Garden is a big privilege, and he should compete there. His determination is what sets him apart from other runners. He’s always trying to get better. His work ethic is phenomenal, I’ve never had an athlete who’s as committed to track and field and who wants to succeed to the best of his ability like Marco does.” Legendary and Schreiber High School Hall of Famer, assistant track coach Bruce MacDonald, who traveled with Bertolotti to MSG, said at the time, that it was great for him to see one of his athletes compete
against the cream of the crop. “I felt so proud of that kid for making it there,” MacDonald said. “It wasn’t easy for him to get there. He ran extremely well and had to dig deep into himself to perform at a high level on such a big stage at the Millrose Games.” Bertolotti came in 7th in the field, a mere 6.57 seconds behind the winner. He went on to run for Stanford University, and graduated in 2015. He ran the 1200 lead-off leg of the NCAA National Championship team for the DMR, and was named All-American for that race. He was also named First-team Academic All-American in Cross Country his junior year and in Track and Field for his sophomore through senior years. Bertolotti hung up his competition shoes when he moved to Los Angeles, where he is currently employed at SpaceX as a Build Reliability Engineer. He is the son of Kirsi Takka and Andrea Bertolotti, and has a brother Paolo whom he competed with while at Schreiber. Bertolotti indeed ‘just runs for fun’ now—admittedly, how can anyone just ‘give up’ such an extraordinary passion?
Marco Bertolotti, 2010 Marco Bertolotti was one of the premier runners of the past at Schreiber High School. His passion for running began with Cross Country and just kept moving forward to the Winter and Spring Seasons. As a 12 Varsity sport competitor, Bertolotti’s success stemmed from working hard and enjoying what he loved to do the best. Although Track and Field thrives on numbers, personal bests, school bests, state and local records, Bertolotti continued to set high standards for himself and achieved great success. As a freshman, he received All-Division, All-Conference, All-County, All State and was a two-time freshman All-American. As a sophomore, he achieved All-County and was a Nassau County Champion. As a junior, he was an All-County, All-State and All-Federation honoree; a five time Nassau County champion was a Millrose HS mile qualifier. Bertolotti’s senior year was most likely the most memorable and remarkable. As an All-County, All-State and All-Federation honoree, and a three-time Nassau County Champion, Bertolotti placed fourth in the mile
run at the 17th Annual Hispanic Games on Jan. 10 to earn an automatic bid to the high school mile at the Millrose Games. He finished in a season-best time of 4:16.47 with a late surge, passing three runners in the final 100 meters to qualify him for a spot on the starting line at MSG. This was the second consecutive year that he qualified for the Millrose Games.
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The Community Chest Of Port Washington members of the working group. At the outset, the group met via Zoom every week; the discussion, trust and collaboration allowed the group to determine the most critical needs and how best to use the grant funds. It was also clear that Port Washington residents were suffering for different reasons. The first project of the group was the Port Washington Mask Brigade. Disposable paper face masks are expensive and, in April 2020, they were not readily available. Additionally, families with lower incomes are more at-risk for contracting and suffering from COVID-19. Fifty-two volunteers in Port Washington worked to make more than 2,000 fabric masks for local at-risk families. Donations of fabric, elastic and more from the Port Washington community enabled the crew to stay hard at work. Spectrum
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This year’s Pride in Port Community Honoree is the Port Washington Community Chest COVID-19 Response Committee, which has been working tirelessly throughout the pandemic to help residents in Port Washington recover from this global health crisis. Here is a bit about what the COVID-19 Response Committee has accomplished in the past year.
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In what ways did the Community Chest’s COVID-19 Response Committee help the community during the pandemic? In March 2020, the Community Chest of Port Washington reacted to the coronavirus pandemic by forming the Port Washington COVID-19 Community Response Working Group—a group of community leaders that met regularly (and still meets) to address and respond to the emergency needs of Port Washington residents as a result of the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic. The working group includes representatives from the Town of North Hempstead, Port Washington
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Volunteers helped sew masks during the height of the pandemic. Center, the Port Washington Parent Resource Center, Outreach and the Port Washington Community Action Council.) These CFBOs were identified through the knowledge base of the
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COMMUNITY HONOREE from page 23A Suds, a program of Spectrum Designs Foundation, washed and steamed them and by June 2020 they were in the hands of our grateful families. Early on in the pandemic it was clear that Port’s frail elderly needed help with shopping; delivery of food was delayed by weeks and many shopping services were only handled online. We were concerned that some of our seniors who were at risk for severe illness from COVID-19 wouldn’t have access to any food. In response to that concern, we established “Helping Hands for Seniors” a free no-contact shopping and delivery initiative for seniors and others who have serious underlying medical conditions, who were advised to stay at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. At its peak, Helping Hands was shopping for 55 residents who had been advised to stay at home. Those unable to procure food, medication or other essentials contacted the Community Chest and were matched with a community volunteer or a member of the Port Washington Crisis Relief Team. Through conversations with the members of the working group it became clear that the Lutheran Church of Our Savior, which is normally home to Port Washington’s “Paper & Personal Care Pantry” was strained beyond capacity to support all 400 in-need families. The Port Pantry Supply Squad was born. Bulk purchases of paper and personal care items are made with Community Response Funds and distributed to the CFBOs, daily or weekly, depending on need. In 2021, diapers and wipes were added to the program. In January 2021, three local residents, Diane Livingston, Jill Carvajal and Bin Laurence, were determined to show solidarity with the Asian community and help our local restaurants at the same time. The Port Washington Give Light & Love fundraising program raised more than $36,000 which was used to purchase $41,000 of gift cards from local area restaurants (many eateries added in cash donations) and then provided to the CFBOs for distribution to the Outreach families.
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How much money were you able to raise? The Community Chest established the Port Washington COVID-19 Community Response Fund which is hosted and administered by the Community Chest of Port Washington and was seeded with $100,000 from the Community Chest. As of Aug. 25, 2021, the amount raised is approximately $386,500 (inclusive of the money from the Community
The Port Washington Mask Brigade made more than 2,000 fabric masks for members of the community.
stimulus payments or other aid, the burden is huge. While NYS issued an eviction moratorium, many Port Washington families, who normally live paycheck to paycheck, find themselves in a hole and scared. The PW COVID-19 Community Response Fund is helping. Collaborating with a team of attorneys, the first and second phase of rent arrears negotiated settlement payments were made. The pro bono attorney team continues to work on rental arrears settlements, though it is now on a case-by-case basis. As our families have slowly returned to work, most are able to pay their rent; though we are finding that many have reduced hours and are spending more of their salary on rental payments. Members of the PW COVID-19 Community Response working group continue to pursue and acquire donations of food for our pantries. Members liaise with Island Harvest, the Sid Jacobson JCC and Whole Foods to bring as much usable food to Port Washington as they can.
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Volunteers helped deliver food to Sister Kathy at Our Lady of Fatima. (Photos courtesy of the Community Chest)
Chest.) The Fund expands the local capacity of outreach organizations to address the many needs created by the COVID crisis. One hundred percent of donations are going to organizations helping Port Washington residents impacted by this public health crisis.
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How has the need changed since the pandemic began to now? Community Response Grants to CFBOs are made on a rolling basis. As fundraising continues through the outbreak and recovery phases of the crisis, the fund adapts to emerging needs.
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What is the COVID-19 response committee doing currently? The following initiatives are still up and running; each of the larger initiatives has a community member volunteer coordinator: Port Pantry Supply Squad (including the Diaper Project) Meat the Need (the bulk purchase and distribution of meat and chicken to the local food pantries). The Nicholas Center Navigators do the pickup and distribution of frozen meat parcels from Valley Meat (local
butcher) to the pantries. Nicholas Center for Autism, a tenant in the Community Chest building, which provides vocational training and community experiences for adults (18 years and older) on the autism spectrum, became the packing and distribution “arm” for Meat the Need and Port Pantry Supply Squad. Transportation Assistance Grants: Families continue to have difficulty getting to the bank, grocery store, doctor and pharmacy. Accounts have been set up at local taxi services and individual rides are distributed by the CFBO directors on a case-bycase basis and tracked by them for documentation. Laundry Love Grants provide laundromat coupons for in-need families. Legal Assistance Program and Rental Arrears grants The COVID-19 pandemic affected all of us physically, mentally, financially or some combination of all three. For those families who have experienced loss of work or declines in income because of COVID-19, there is also the anxiety of paying rent (or a mortgage). And for those who do not receive government financial aid in the form of unemployment benefits,
How does it feel to have been named the Pride In Port honoree? The mission of the Community Chest of Port Washington is to help the People of Port. There can be no greater honor for the Community Chest than to be recognized for helping during the greatest health crisis of our lifetime. We are incredibly grateful for this recognition.
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What is something the Community should know about the Community Chest in general or about the COVID-19 response committee? There were 16 active members of the COVID-19 Community Response working group who met weekly and then bi-weekly; 15 community members who led and continue to lead the various projects and on-going initiatives; and more than 200 community volunteers and organizations who make it all work. The Community Chest is proud to lead and facilitate the work of this group, and is an extension of the great work that we do every day helping the “People of Port.” Community Chest is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to raise funds for distribution to local charities dedicated to improving the lives of Port Washingtonians. Community Chest grants support programs for senior citizens, children, teenagers, and others in need—programs that serve approximately 7,000 Port Washington residents. For more information, contact the Community Chest at 516-767-2121 or visit www.portchest.org.
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DIAMOND ANGELS Peter & Jeri Dejana Foundation Town of North Hempstead ANGELS Anton Media Group Austin F. Knowles, Inc. Funeral Home Precision Work BENEFACTORS S.F. Falconer Florist Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty Kiwanis Club of Manhasset-Port Washington Foundation Fred Pollack Port Washington Fire Department Sands Point Center for Health & Rehabilitation Tominaga Shouten PATRONS Ablamsky & Company, CPAs, Baker Air Bendix Engineering, PC Judi Bosworth, North Hempstead Supervisor Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, Nassau County Legislator Port Washington Police Benevolent Association Project HELP Long Island Restaurant Yamaguchi Wayne Wink, Town Clerk FRIENDS Amy and Geoff Bass The Cooking Lab Anthony D’Urso Evolution Pilates Healthy Kids Pediatrics Henderson Marino Post #1819 VFW John Michael Marino Foundation (Sons of Italy) Knights of Columbus & Columbiettes Kenneth S. Magida, Esq. Port Washington Adult Activities Center Shmusht Strategic Planning & Communications Sullivan’s Quay Tori Ear Piercing Studio Wright Music SUPPORTERS Deborah Kleinman-Cindrich, D.C. Finer Touch Printing Joy Products The Nicholas Center/Spectrum Designs Norman Glavas Architects Spectrum Designs Foundation The Vincent Smith School
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he Pride in Port Committee wishes to thank all of the sponsors for their generosity. Their donations help offset costs of the day’s events so more college scholarships can be awarded to graduating seniors at the end of the 2021-22 school year. Special thanks to Diamond Angel sponsors Peter & Jeri Dejana Foundation and the Town of North Hempstead for their extensive and continuous support over the years. Angel sponsors are Anton Media
Thank You To Our Sponsors Group, Austin F. Knowles, Inc. Funeral Home, and Precision Work. Benefactor sponsors are S.F. Falconer Florist, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, Kiwanis Club of ManhassetPort Washington Foundation, Fred Pollack, Port Washington Fire Department, Sands Point Center for Health & Rehabilitation, and Tominaga Shouten. Patron sponsors are Ablamsky & Company, CPAs, Baker Air, Bendix Engineering, PC, Judi Bosworth, North Hempstead
Supervisor, Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, Nassau County Legislator, Port Washington Police Benevolent Association, Project HELP Long Island, Restaurant Yamaguchi, and Wayne Wink, Town Clerk. Friends sponsors are Amy and Geoff Bass, The Cooking Lab, Anthony D’Urso, Evolution Pilates, Healthy Kids Pediatrics, Henderson Marino Post #1819 VFW, John Michael Marino Foundation (Sons of Italy), Knights of Columbus & Columbiettes,Kenneth S. Magida,
Esq., Port Washington Adult Activities Center, Shmusht, Strategic Planning & Communications, Sullivan’s Quay, Tori Ear Piercing Studio, and Wright Music. Supporter sponsors are Deborah Kleinman-Cindrich, D.C., Finer Touch Printing, Joy Products, The Nicholas Center/Spectrum Designs, Norman Glavas Architects, Spectrum Designs Foundation, and The Vincent Smith School. —Submitted by the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce
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Pride In Port Throughout The Years Pride in Port has been celebrated in the community for more than 30 years. After 2020 canceled the celebration, this year’s event is back and will be better than ever. Here’s a look back at the fun that was had throughout the last few years on the day.
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ort Washington is more than just a beautiful waterfront enclave filled with historic homes, beaches, restaurants, shops and award-winning schools. Port Washington has a rich and storied history dating back to colonial days. Although Port has certainly changed since the 1600s, upon further exploration, it amazes me how much has really stayed the same. The history of Port Washington is not just a story from long ago but is still a part of our community in so many ways. The area around Port Washington was first settled in the late 1600s. The Matinecock Indians, the original inhabitants of the land, sold it to a collection of eighteen English families from Connecticut in exchange for goods. Two of the more powerful families, the Sands and the Willets, are remembered today by the SandsWillets House, a public museum, educational center and exhibition venue, that maintains their names. They originally named the area “Cow Neck,” after the cow pasture used by the original eighteen families. Today, Cow Neck Road runs through the old land, which is now Manorhaven, Soundview and Sands Point. By the 1860s, Port Washington, as it was renamed, served as a shell fishing area where steamboats could fish and use the town dock. However, Port was still a small community of residents. The population and landscape of Port Washington was completely changed by 1865 with the discovery that the shores of the peninsula were filled with a fine sand that could be used for producing concrete for the construction of buildings. Workers were recruited from several European communities to develop a sand-mining operation to produce concrete for city streets, sidewalks, and buildings in New York City. The Chrysler Building and Empire State Building are just two of the many skyscrapers that were built with the sand from Cow Bay Sand. With an increase in job opportunities, many of the sand-mining employees and their families decided to settle in Port Washington. This new community of residents needed resources and so buildings such as the Bayles Building were built. Although home to the Bayles Pharmacy in 1876 (now The Dolphin Bookshop), the building continues to be a center of residential and commercial space in town. In 1898, the population of Port
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Sands-Willets House exploded with the creation of the Long Island Rail Road, allowing those families with ample money to commute to New York City for work and live on large, waterfront estates. The town continued to grow in both size and culture, warranting a marine lifestyle of boating and fishing while also establishing a tight knit, diverse community. Today, Port Washington is one of the most desirable suburbs of New
The Landmark York City. Although the population has grown substantially (around 33,000) and the town has evolved significantly since its founding, so much has stayed the same. Not only do we maintain the names of our founding families on many of the historical buildings, but our shorelines, beaches and richly diverse culture has been preserved. We continue to live the suburban marine lifestyle: we visit the town dock (1870s), dine
Paul D. Schreiber High School at Louie’s Bar and Grill (1905), visit the Landmark/Port Washington High School (1908). Our community is still embodied by a multitude of ethnic and religious backgrounds. Port Washington continues to be so much more than just a town, it is our home. That day in September that we have come to know and love as Pride in Port is more than just a parade and a football game, it is the amazing feeling of community.
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et’s take a virtual trip back in time to 1916 to get a feel for what Pride in Port meant then. Imagine you’re standing near the entrance to the town dock with your back to the water. To your immediate right is Louie’s—a clam shack along the water’s edge (the dock wasn’t nearly as big then). Enjoy a bowl of hot chowder made with clams harvested that morning while standing at the outside counter. Nearby, the locals are chatting about everything from the quality of this year’s oyster harvests to how “the town isn’t what it used to be now that the city folk are moving in.” Continue along the shoreline to your right past the boathouse and blacksmith shop—where Louie’s stands today. Looking out onto Manhasset Bay, a sailboat race is in full swing. As usual, they have to navigate around the planes, boats and barges on the bay. Here comes
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One of the area’s earliest schools helped instill pride in Port. (Contributed photo)
a small barge being pulled by a boat carrying freshly harvested oysters, clams and mussels. It’s impossible not to hear the drone of flying boats (seaplanes of yesteryear) taxiing, taking off and landing. Look across to what is now Manorhaven Park to see if any celebrities or dignitaries are disembarking.
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Sailing is as popular now as it was in Port’s early days. Here comes a paddlewheel excursion boat at the mouth of Manhasset Bay. It’s making its way to the Locust Grove dock and pavilion—just west of what is now Manorhaven Park—to drop off passengers for the day or weekend.
Can you hear the faint sounds of the sand conveyors on the eastern shore near the Hotel Renwick (Diwan) and the Mill Pond? See Manhasset Isle over there? Before it was mined for sand, it was about 50-feet higher in elevation. That oyster and clam shack on Sunset Park’s northern shore is bustling with activity now that the barge has landed with its fresh catch of the day. Directly in front of you across the street is Bradley’s Hotel. You can’t help but smell the famous seafood cuisine wafting your way. Look closely—you just might see a famous politician, actor or athlete on the veranda. As your journey ends, look behind you along the water’s edge to see people taking casual strolls, fishing, walking down the ramp onto the beach or the swimming platform. Port Washington was then and still is a place that evokes great pride.
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he full day of Pride in Port activities culminates at the “Taste of the Town” Pride in Port Dinner Dance. Dozens of local restaurants generously donate food for the cocktail hour and dinner for this special event that is enjoyed by hundreds of people each year. Held at the Polish-American Hall, the Dinner Dance begins at 7 p.m. Entertainment features performances by Sequel. This year’s Community Honoree is the Port Washington Community Chest COVID-19 Response Committee. Shortly after most
businesses closed in March 2020 due to the pandemic, this group of non-profit organizations and volunteers jumped into action, helping to raise money and gather and distribute food donations and gift cards for needy families. Their selfless work epitomizes the meaning of “Pride in Port.” Tickets can be purchased in advance for $35 per person via eventbrite. com (search Pride in Port), at the Chamber of Commerce building, 329 Main Street 516-883-6566 or by calling 661-5360 or 883-6693. The event often sells out, but if seats are still available, tickets can be purchased at the door for $40 per person.
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The Barbara Faticone Pride In Port Scholarship was awarded this year to Emily Milgrim, a senior who exemplified an amazing amount of dedication, not only to her academics, but also to her extracurricular activities. Among, Milgrim’s achievements, was that she was the Founder and Coordinator of Friends of the Frontline Nassau Movement, where she spearheaded the collection and delivery of cards to hospitals to show appreciation to nurses, doctors and medical professionals during the COVID-19
pandemic. Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte awarded her a Town of North Hempstead ‘Hometown Hero’ for her amazing efforts. She also has been involved in the MS Walk and Bike events, SupPORT Connect 2 Connect, she was a junior volunteer at St. Francis Hospital, was a columnist for the Port Washington News, a Board Member of the Port Washington Temple Youth, Co-Editor-in-Chief for The Schreiber Times, Co-Captain of the Portettes and was a participant in Project Understanding.
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Senior Citizens Invited To Pride In Port Luncheon BY DEBBIE GRECO COHEN
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ne of the favorite events that take place each year during Pride in Port is a luncheon honoring the community’s senior citizens. This year’s Pride in Port celebration will be held on Saturday, Sept. 18. The senior luncheon, which will be held in the Schreiber High School cafeteria, begins at 12:30 p.m. immediately following the parade. Schreiber High School students have graciously volunteered to serve lunch to the senior citizens who attend the luncheon. Bach to Rock will perform for attendees to enjoy listening to and dancing. The Pride in Port committee thanks Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, S.F. Falconer’s Florist and The Peter & Jeri Dejana Foundation for generously sponsoring the senior luncheon. Schreiber High School is located at 101 Campus Drive.
Reservations are not necessary to attend, but are appreciated to ensure there is enough food. Call 883-6656. The Schreiber cafeteria is fully accessible from the entrance just north of the main entrance. Bus transportation is available to and from the parade and luncheon. The bus will leave the Port Washington Adult Activities Center located at 80 Manorhaven Blvd. at 10:30 a.m. There is ample parking in the center lot. The bus will make a stop at the bus stop in front of Landmark on Main Street at 10:45 a.m. and arrive at the LIRR Station at 11 a.m., where there will be special seating to view the Pride in Port parade. When the parade ends, the bus will bring seniors to the Schreiber cafeteria for the luncheon. Afterwards, the bus will take the seniors back to the railroad, Landmark and the senior center. In the event of inclement weather, call 516-883-6656 for a revised bus schedule directly to Schreiber High School.
Executive Director Linda Livio (second from left) and members of the Port Washington Adult Activities Center enjoy the 2019 Pride in Port luncheon with friends. (Contributed photo)
Faticone Scholarship Milgrim is going on to the University of Pennsylvania in the fall, where she was selected as an early acceptance candidate for the School of Nursing. This year’s Pride in Port celebration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 18 featuring the Hall of Fame Breakfast, Parade, Family Fun Day at Weber, Senior Luncheon, Varsity Football game and the Community Dinner. It will be a great comeback.
This year’s Barbara Faticone Pride In Port Scholarship was awarded to Emily Milgrim. (Contributed photo)
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Do you know about all of the new businesses that have recently popped up in Port Washington? From doctors offices and restaurants to boutiques and hair salons, Port Washington has a lot to offer. Check out some of this year’s newest busineses.
Jan. 1 Vella Consulting Inc, 938 Port Blvd., Suite 4A Jan. 1 Stand Tech Electric, 938 Port Blvd., Suite 2 March 17 Versus Sports Bar, 611 Port Blvd. April 30 Samku Sushi, 87 Main St. May 1 New Time Art Glass & Gallery, 143 Manorhaven Blvd. May 6 Hair Boss, 22 Main St. May 10 Andy’s Pizza, 195 Manorhaven Blvd. May 15 Loco (part of Diwan), 37 Shore Rd. June 1 One More Cakes & Bakes, 145 Manorhaven Blvd. June 1 Flat Iron Pediatrics, 14 Vanderventor, Suite 210 June 7 BeFit Therapy at Inspiration Wharf 405 Main St., Ste 6 at Inspiration Wharf July 12 My Style Camp, 2-8 Haven Ave., Suite 210 July 26 Chic Lash Boutique, 20A Main St. July 26 NextHome Platinum Properties, 113A Main St. July 31 Gold Coast Table Tennis, 52 Main St., Rear Aug. 7 Unleased, 122 Shore Rd. Pending Crazy Cakes, 52B Main St. Pending Serra Provisions, 7 Sintsink East Pending Nino’s Beach Project, 43 Orchard Beach Rd., Capri East Pending Brooklyn Pasta Lab, 162 Main St.
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For the last 32 years, Pride in Port has been a major celebration throughout the community. We asked some of the community members what their favorite memories of Pride in Port were, and here were their responses. One of my greatest memories of Pride In Port goes back to when my oldest daughter was just starting elementary school. I joined the Sousa Elementary School’s float committee and had the pleasure of working alongside Lisa Bondy and Michelle Shain. It was such a wonderful experience working on the float with them and all of the children. The cutest thing was seeing the float with all of the kids’ painted handprints on it being paraded through town. Pride In Port is a fantastic annual tradition that really brings our community and our generations together. —Mariann Dalimonte, Town of North Hempstead Councilwoman, District 6
Following the Pride in Port parade in 1997 when my husband Tom and I were Grand Marshals, we went to the Homecoming Football Game, but there were very few fans in the bleachers. Over the years, every part of the Pride in Port celebration has gotten bigger, better and more popular. Because the event involves school children of all ages, I think it brought back school spirit along with community spirit. To make it an even more special day, we have offered Family Fun Day and a senior citizen luncheon and hold a Hall of Fame breakfast to recognize our wonderful athletes, all free of charge. The Dinner Dance is the only event we charge for and that is to raise money for the following year’s Pride in Port celebration. I’m also so proud to have the Pride in Port scholarship named after me. Pride in Port is a time to celebrate community. —Barbara Faticone, Co-Chair of Pride in Port Committee and committee member for 31 years
I have been on the Pride in Port Committee since it was founded and have so many wonderful memories. What stands out for me is the way it brings the entire community together. The event started as way to revive the wonderful spirit of Schreiber’s homecoming football game. Pride in Port succeeded way beyond that to create a spirit of pride in the whole community as well as the schools. The Committee itself is made up of a cross section of Port Washington with representatives from the schools, parents, business organizations, business owners, police, senior citizens center, nonprofit organizations, government and individual residents who all care deeply about Port Washington. Pride in Port has given us all an opportunity to show our love for this amazing place we call home. —Bobbie Polay, Executive Director, Port Washington Chamber of Commerce
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We would like to acknowledge and thank the following groups and individuals who make this special day possible. Port Washington Athletic Hall of Fame Selection and Breakfast Committee: Barbara Faticone, Sue Marra, Dick Marra, Brendan Kurz, Julius Picardi, Jim Dalimonte, Kathy Gallagher Doughty and Beth Kelly Pride-in-Port Committee for their generous donation Viking Sports Foundation for their generous donation Harbor Deli for their generous donation Dave Albury and the Schreiber High School custodial staff Ralph Buffolino and the grounds crew Schreiber Print Shop: Kelly Jambor Breakfast: Aramark Food Service and Harbor Deli Balloons and Flowers: S.F. Falconer Florist Hall of Fame plaques: Scholastic Promotions Awards & More Hall of Fame shirts: Sports Loft of New Hyde Park Publicity: Ally Deane, Port Washington News and Debbie Greco Cohen H.S. HPEA Director and office staff: Nick Schratwieser, Director Marie Tomasi and Teresita Valls
Congratulations to all the inductees! Pride-In-Port Committee Photo by Cathy Bongiorno
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