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By John L. Gomes, MD

John L. Gomes, MD, founded Women’s Health Care of Garden City in 1995. It has remained an independent, private practice providing personalized obstetrical and gynecological services.

He employs the technical advances of conventional medicine with an integrative approach to navigate women through dif cult pregnancies into the menopausal years. He treats a wide variety of OB/ GYN conditions and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.

He is committed to excellence in patient communication, education and support as many patients come with anxiety associated with past experiences and future concerns.

Dr. Gomes received his undergraduate degree from Brown University and his Doctor of Medicine from Columbia University. He is both Board Certi ed and a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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Community Chest Announces Grants For Port Washington Non-Profits In 2024

JULIE PRISCO

jprisco@antonmediagroup.com

The Community Chest of Port Washington (CCPW) announced the selection of 28 nonprofit organizations that were awarded grants in 2024. This year, the Community Chest gave out grants totaling $385,000.

The funded organizations provide a variety of services to Port Washington residents, including quality childcare, serving hot meals to seniors, teen mental health counseling, and programs that feed the hungry and care for the environment.

“We selected these deserving organizations for funding based on the continued impact and services they are providing to members of the Port Washington community,” said Michael Cooperman, co-chair of the Community Chest of Port Washington Budget and Allocations Committee. “We are proud to support these organizations, enabling them to provide these much-needed programs to the people of Port.”

According to a press release from the Community Chest, “The funding from the Community Chest enables local non-profits to provide vital programs such as Littig House Community Center’s tutorial assistance for pre-teens and teens to ensure they remain on-track for middle school promotion and high school graduation. In addition, the Community Chest funds scholarships for kids to participate in the Port Washington Soccer Club, Port Rowing, PYA, PAL and for childcare at the Children’s Center. The support from the Community Chest also

enables the North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center to provide critical mental health services to Port Washington children and families.” Visit portchest.org/funded-organizations for the full list.

This year, the Community Chest has awarded grant funding for the first time to The Art Guild and Be The Rainbow, Inc.

“Both [nonprofits] have very interesting programming. And I think one of the great things about the Chest is our board and our grant committee members live here, so they know what’s going on and they are in touch with organizations that are important to the community,” said Bobby Keller, Community Chest Executive Director.

“When we hear about an organization that’s looking for support we reach out, we begin a conversation and we put them through our grant evaluation process. They both did such a great job. We were thrilled at the opportunity to fund them.”

members and organizations,” said Grossman.

The Art Guild contacted the Littig House with the idea of bringing an art program to the children who attend the after-school program there. After working out the logistics, The Art Guild decided to send two dedicated art instructors to the Littig House to give art lessons to children.

“The instructors have a curriculum, and the idea is to teach them about artists who look like themselves,” said Grossman. “So many of the artists they have learned about are Black, Latino or Asian, so they see that anyone can be an artist. They split them up between the younger and the older kids and they go through an art lesson, and learn the style of these arts.”

The Art Guild of Port Washington is dedicated to creating an inclusive and enriching home for visual arts education, exploration and exhibition. This grant from the community chest will go toward a new program that supports art education for children at the Littig House.

Executive Director of The Art Guild Lisa Grossman shared that when COVID started, more people realized how important art is to people and how there isn’t enough access to it, especially for children.

“[Children] get an hour or two a week in school and that’s it. And we’ve been trying to go out into the community and give it to different community members. We do art experiences with different community

The program began in the Fall of 2023 and the instructors are there from about 3 to 5:30 p.m. to ensure that each kid gets about an hour to attend the art class before being picked up. The Littig House’s after-school program has about 50 to 60 kids there at any time and the new program has seen about 40 kids participate in their classes so far.

“With the Community Chest grant, they’re paying for the instructors and all the supplies,” said Grossman. “In the beginning, we brought all of our supplies over there and brought them back. Now we were able to purchase over a thousand dollars worth of supplies that they can keep there all year and go back to work on their projects or do things independently.”

Visit theartguild.org for more information.

The other nonprofit receiving a Community Chest grant for the first time this year is Be The Rainbow, which focuses on bringing our community together to celebrate and support LGBTQ+ visibility,

equality and pride.

“We feel so lucky and honored to be recognized by the Community Chest and to have received a 2024 Grant,” said Be The Rainbow. “The Community Chest’s motto is, “We are The People of Port Helping the People of Port.” This is also why Be The Rainbow was first created. We wanted to help make Port a welcoming and accepting town for its LGBTQ+ community. By being recognized by such an important pillar of Port, The Community Chest, it shows that Be The Rainbow and the LGBTQ+ community and allies are a valued part of this town.”

Be The Rainbow hosts the annual Pride Walk and Festival through Port Washington and is responsible for hanging the pride flags throughout Port during Pride month in June. They also host events and support groups for the LGBTQ+ community.

“The Community Chest grant will help fund our Annual Pride Walk and Festival. The walk takes place along Bay Walk Park and ends at The Bandshell,” said Be The Rainbow. “Hundreds of our residents come together decorated in rainbows to show their pride and support. Our festival gets bigger and better every year, and the grant will allow us to continue to grow and put on a spectacular event.”

This year, Be The Rainbow’s Pride Walk and Festival will be held on Saturday, June 15th at 1:00 p.m. Visit betherainbowinc.org for more information.

“It’s a special time for us,” said Keller. “We’re so excited about our 75th anniversary this year and this year we have given out the most grants we’ve ever done for the most money. So we’re very excited.”

For 2025 Community Chest funding, local non-profit organizations are encouraged to submit proposals no later than March 30. To support and learn more about the Community Chest call 516-767-2121 or visit www.portchest.org.

NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS

Local Retired Doctor Launches New Novel

A new novel by local Flower Hill resident and retired physician Mitch Maiman, The Rainbow Diary, takes you on a remarkable journey through the realms of life, death, and the hereafter, and immerses the reader in an uplifting account that defies expectations and provokes profound contemplation.

Kenneth Talbot’s battle with pancreatic cancer has stretched over three and a half year grueling years, far beyond the eighteen months he was given to survive. With the sands of time slipping away, his reflections paint a vivid portrait of human emotion mirroring the joys and regrets, and the triumphs and the heartaches that define us all. In his final hours, he embarks on a quest to reconcile his tumultuous relationship with his son Brian, and express the depth of his feelings for MaryAnn, his devoted nurse. As his consciousness hovers between past and present, Kenneth gains keen insight into the human psyche, grappling with the concepts of love, forgiveness, regret, and fatherhood.

The Rainbow Diary is a unique and inspiring narrative that resonates deeply with anyone who has felt the sharp pain of losing a loved one or grappled with the haunting anxiety of mortality. Motivated by and originated in response to the author’s premature loss of a close personal friend from untreatable cancer, it is a touching tale that invites you to embrace the uncertainty and glory of each person’s fate. With a splendid grace and uncanny authenticity, it presents a compelling vision of what may await us in the afterlife and offers a message that transcends the boundaries of conventional fiction.

The Rainbow Diary recently launched in

February of 2024 and has received excellent reviews and heartwarming comments, such as “a great read with wonderful insight” and “stunningly beautiful.” The book, Maiman’s second, is independently published with Palmetto Publishing. Mitch first demonstrated his literary prowess in his poignant and eye-opening first novel, Every Third Night, delving into the harsh realities of medical training in a dehumanizing, urban setting. The Rainbow Diary is available in hardcover and softcover versions as well as eBook form. Alternatively, it is also now available in the Port Washington Public Library. Visit mitchmaiman.com for more information or to purchase the book through Amazon or Barnes and Noble.

About the Author:

Mitch Maiman and his wife, Dr. Judy Levy, have been Flower Hill residents for the past 29 years, and both their adult children graduated from Schreiber High School.

Kayaking through the pond to collect litter (Photos from the Baxter’s Pond Foundation Facebook)

Volunteers and Baxter’s Pond Foundation board members gathered to clean up litter

Spring Clean Up

On Saturday, March 9, the Baxter’s Pond Foundation (BPF) hosted its Early Spring Clean Up. Residents came out to Baxter’s Pond to help pick up litter and prepare the pond and surrounding area for the spring season.

“Thank you to all of our neighbors and BPF Board members who came out to help with the pickup this morning,” said the Baxter’s Pond Foundation on Facebook. “Our special thanks to all the kids who joined us, to Steiner’s Pastry Shop for providing fantastic treats, and to

Kenny and his crew from Angler Fleet for breaking out the trusty BPF kayak!”

About Baxter’s Pond

The Baxter’s Pond Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to assist Nassau County in maintaining, beautifying and improving Baxter’s Pond and the area immediately surrounding it in the Barbara Johnson Park and Preserve. Visit baxterspond. org to learn more

—Information compiled by Julie Prisco

His two young grandchildren, Lucas and Ava, also reside in Port Washington. As Chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Director of Gynecologic Oncology at major New York City academic hospitals, he has been recognized for his numerous clinical, educational and research contributions in his field and his devotion to the teaching of residents and fellows. His lifelong experience in medicine and oncology have given him the keen insight to portray some of the complex issues depicted in this delicate and imaginative work.

—Submitted by Mitch Maiman

NYSUT, Assemblywoman Sillitti Release Statements On Proposed Budget

After the state legislature’s house budgets affirmed the Foundation Aid formula in its current form, both the New York State United Teachers and Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti released statements.

“The New York State United Teachers applauds the state Legislature for showing commitment to students and schools in their one-house budgets.

Both Senate and Assembly proposals fully fund the state’s Foundation Aid formula as written, a promise the state made last year after a more than 30-year fight.

Since the release of the executive budget in January that proposed underfunding the formula by $419 million, NYSUT officers have been traveling the state to highlight the devastating effects the capricious cuts would have on every large, small, urban, rural and suburban district in New York.

These visits allowed lawmakers from both sides of the political spectrum to

witness the harsh effects the executive proposal would have on schools, as well as the families and communities that rely on them.

“We thank the Senate and Assembly for making it clear that our students, educators and schools are a top priority,” said NYSUT President Melinda Person. “Great things are happening in our public schools, and in New York we are united across party lines and legislative chambers to support them with the resources they need.”

NYSUT will continue to advocate for the resources our schools are owed as negotiations continue in Albany. The state budget is due before April 1.

Gina Sillitti also affirmed the Legislature’s offering. “The Assembly’s proposed budget was released yesterday, and I’m proud that several priorities I fought for were included. The biggest victory for our district was the rejection of the Governor’s

of historic investments in state funding for our school districts, we should not settle for anything less for our children’s education.”

“Our proposal increases Foundation Aid by $818.6 million over the Governor’s proposal, a $1.3 billion increase over the 2023-24 school year.

“Additionally, the Assembly proposal would provide $125 million towards universal prekindergarten and allocate an additional $120 million to ensure every student gets free school meals.

education funding plan, which would have meant less money for our schools.

“Reinstating the ‘hold harmless’ provision and rejecting the proposed inflationary factor changes to ensure that our school districts do not receive less Foundation Aid than they did the prior year was my top priority. After three years

“As we continue budget negotiations in Albany, I’m optimistic that the final budget will support our schools and ensure that families have the resources they need to thrive.”

See more of NYSUT’s fight for a fully funded Foundation Aid this year at https://fundourfutureny.org/

—Information compiled by Amanda Olsen

Mitch Maiman (Contributed photo)

Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti (Phot by the office of Gina Sillitti)

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Port Washington resident Dr. Corinna Lau opened Perspectives Physical Therapies in 2021 with the goal of helping women through changes that happen during the transition to motherhood and more. While she primarily focuses on peripartum rehab, she treats a large age range from teenager to octogenarian.

As a pelvic health physical therapist, Dr. Lau focuses on the rehab of the tissue surrounding and within the pelvis. She shared that, “This can be anything from core recovery and reactivation post delivery, to rehab from abdominal surgery, to regaining continence and not peeing or pooping your pants, to pelvic pain issues and beyond.”

Dr. Lau was a human physiology major in undergrad and knew she wanted to get into

the field of health. While learning about the different aspects of health care, she gravitated toward rehabilitation. She went onto Physical Therapy school at Columbia.

“I wanted to help people who had transplants and people who are weakened by their medications and circumstances and give them a crack at their new lot in life,” said Dr. Lau. “And I loved it.”

Dr. Lau went on to work at New YorkPresbyterian Hospital as a Physical Therapist, where she still works part time as a Senior Physical Therapist.

As a recreational exerciser in Crossfit, weightlifting, and running and an experienced Physical Therapist, Dr. Lau is very body aware, but after delivering her first child, she realized how foreign her body felt to her. Dr. Lau remembers stepping over an ottoman and thinking “What is going on with my pelvis?” She looked into the options for help with physical therapy after giving birth and realized there was not much available.

“I decided to get into this aspect of physical therapy and really dive into women’s health, pelvic health, rehab post-pregnancy and delivery,” said Dr. Lau. “I started my own business and really want to help

people locally.”

While pelvic health narrows into one part of your body, Dr. Lau’s approach to pelvic health at Perspectives Physical Therapy is whole body.

“When you think of your pelvis, your core is connected to your pelvis, your legs are connected to your pelvis, your rib cage, all of your system is kind of supported by the pelvis,” explained Dr. Lau. “So, you may have a shoulder injury and you can’t raise your arm as much without moving your ribcage and moving your ribcage affects your abs, with directly kind of affects your pelvic floor function too. ”

Dr. Lau shared that she’s not the type of therapist that is going to force patients to make drastic changes to their life style. She prefers to work with her patients’ goals.

“So, it’s looking at how your whole body is moving and not even correcting it but optimizing it to how you can live your life the way you want to,” said Dr. Lau. “It’s really important to incorporate patients’ goals and incorporate what kind of lifestyle you have.”

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The Community Synagogue Theater Company Presents Disaster!

The disaster movies of the 1970s are famously cheesy. But a recent musical spoof of those movies, Disaster!, is not nearly so cringeworthy and at least as enjoyable. This April 11–14 at the Sands Point Preserve’s Club G, Disaster! is presented by The Community Synagogue Theater Company (TCSTC) in their tenth production, sure to continue their tradition of high-quality local theater.

Written by Seth Rudetsky (of Sirius XM’s On Broadway channel) and Jack Plotnik, Disaster! is a loving homage to films like The Poseidon Adventure and Airport 1975, built around pop and disco hits of the 1970s. “Hot Stuff,” “I Am Woman,” “Hooked on a Feeling” and many more are sung by a cast of characters from a struggling disco diva to a gambling-addicted nun, all on a floating casino victimized by a series of increasingly comedic natural disasters. Wacky accurately describes this musical, and that’s exactly what makes it so very good.

Broadway veteran Tom Rocco directs a cast of 17, including Melissa Chernosky, Spencer Cohen, Samantha Craig, Matt DeLuca, Rebecca Drew, Jeff Grossman, Sharyn Glowatz, Michelle Herson, Ronell Hurt, Matt Kaplan, Paul Phillips, Caryn Ronis, Joel Ronis, Michael Schiffer, Holly Simon, Max Welsh,

and Lori Zlotoff. The cast hails from all over Long Island and New York City, showing TCSTC’s growing reach after its stellarly received past performances.

Rehearsals with TCSTC are serious business, captained by Rocco and stage manager Jane Ronis (who has stage managed professionally for decades) with assistant stage manager Diane Heiman. But the company still makes intentional time for “camaraderie,” in keeping with its community-oriented nature, and that philosophy is overwhelmingly what keeps members coming back.

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New members—of which there are six this year—seem to agree. Herson “has truly loved the whole experience” of her TCSTC debut. So has Hurt, a New York City-based professional actor born and raised on Long Island. She says “in professional theatre, there’s competition, politics and worrying” that makes performers “forget the pureness and joy of putting a show together,” but TCSTC

“has reminded me of why I fell in love with theatre,” and “I leave every rehearsal smiling.”

As Zlotoff says, Disaster! is “a complex show,” and the “tremendously exciting gags and effects” are the result of intense work by the cast and creative team. While some of the pop music score is already familiar to cast members, complex harmonies and counterpoints have been perfected in months of rehearsal under musical director Zachary Mandernach. Choreography, by Isabella Galán, ranges from ‘70s-inspired line dances to an eye-popping, and side-splitting, tap spectacular to “A Fifth of Beethoven”. And the laughs are constant.

Technical director Ben Hegarty and costume designer Lydia Gladstone (also a Broadway veteran, including in the acclaimed Yiddish-language Fiddler on the Roof) complete Disaster!’s transition from rehearsal to stage.

Performances are April 11 at 7:30 (soldout), April 13 at 7:30 p.m. (soldout), and April 14 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. at Club G. Tickets are $35, purchasable through the Community Synagogue website (commsyn.org/TCSTheater-Company). The company advises to get them ahead of time.

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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt

10 a.m.-1 p.m. (Main Street) Easter eggs will be hidden at stores along Main Street. All eggs will contain prizes. Subscribe to MacaroniKid of Port Washington to register and obtain your scavenger hunt sheet with your clues to find the stores. Must preregister at portwashington.macaronikid.com. Limited spots open.

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MONDAY, APRIL 1

Spectrum Open House

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

Understanding the Financial Numbers of Your Business

7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. (Port Washington Library, Hagedorn Meeting Room) A PWPL Career and Finance Program Presented by SCORE. Individuals who are thinking about starting a new business will benefit greatly from this program being presented by the Long Island chapter of SCORE. Visit pwpl.org to register.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5

Sandwiched In with Eco-Photo Explorers

12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (Port Washington Library, Lapham Meeting Room) The Channel Islands: California’s Underwater Jungle. Join Eco-Photo Explorers as they explore the kelp forests of California’s Channel Islands. This program is part of the Library’s celebration of Earth Day during the month of April. Visit pwpl.org to register.

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

Wilderness Survival Series

10 a.m.-12 p.m. (Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, 127 Middle Neck Rd.) Shelter building led by survival enthusiasts Eric Powers and Mike Evans. Bring gloves and a knife. These workshops are for adults, but teenagers 14+ are welcome with an accompanying adult. Programs are held outdoors, so dress for the weather. Bring sturdy footwear, gloves and a hand towel to each event. Visit sandspointpreserveconservancy. org to register.

SoundSwap

2 p.m.-3:15 p.m. (Port Washington Library, Lapham Meeting Room) Folk Artists ‘Gathering Time’ Perform. For 16 years, Long Island-based Gathering Time (Stuart Markus, Gerry McKeveny and. since 2022, Christine Sweeney) has toured in the US and internationally, mixing interpretations of ‘60s and ‘70s classics and traditional tunes with their strong original songs. Visit pwpl.org to register.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

Lions Club Pancake Breakfast

8 a.m.-12 p.m. (Flower Hill Hose Company, 12 Haven Ave.) The Lions Club of Port Washington presents an All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast. Special Omelette Station, Live music and 50/50 raffle. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids and free for kids under three.

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

The Community Synagogue Theater Company Presents Disaster!

1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, Club G) The Community Synagogue Theater Company (TCSTC) presents Disaster!, a musical spoof of the disaster movies of the 1970s. Purchase tickers through the Community Synagogue website at commsyn.org/TCS-Theater-Company

Blakeman Sued By Roller Derby, Hosts Celebrity Press Event

The Nassau County Executive is keeping busy on the girls and women’s sports front

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has remained in the news over the past couple of weeks after being sued by the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) over his controversial February 22 executive order, then hosting Caitlyn Jenner at the Legislature for a semi-private press event a week later.

The plaintiff in the lawsuit, filed against Nassau County on March 11, is the Long Island Roller Rebels, a Nassau Countybased recreational women’s flat track roller derby league, which welcomes trans women. According to the team and their attorneys, the group is now barred from using Nassau County’s facilities under the broad-ranging new order, which immediately went into effect on Feb. 22.

“This cruel policy sends the dangerous message that trans people don’t belong in Nassau County,” said Curly Fry, a member of Roller Rebels, in a statement.

“As a league committed to building community and providing a safe space for everybody, we reject this policy, which bars us from public-run venues where we would otherwise play and practice just because we believe in inclusion and stand against transphobia. We hope the court sees this policy for what it is—transphobic and unjust—and makes sure Nassau County is a safe space for trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive people.”

Gabriella Larios, staff attorney at the New York Civil Liberties Union, said in a statement, “Nassau County’s cynical attempt to shut them out of public spaces is a blatant violation of our state’s civil and human rights laws. It also speaks to growing, nationwide attacks against LGBTQ+ rights, and we won’t stand for this hatred here in New York. As promised the day this executive order was issued, we’re taking action so that the courts relegate this harmful, transphobic policy to the dustbin of history, where it belongs.”

Larios, one of three NYCLU attorneys officially handling the case, said in a phone interview with Anton Media Group. “This is an order that discriminates against trans women and girls solely on the basis of their gender identity, and that is quintessential discrimination under our state’s anti-discrimination laws.”

“The Long Island Roller Rebels brought this lawsuit to ensure that they, as a team which welcomes trans women, can use

county facilities without any limitation, as is their right. The team feels it is very important to fight this executive order because the longer it is in effect, the longer that trans people in Nassau County receive the message that they are not welcome there.

Larios also called Blakeman’s order particularly “egregious” against the backdrop of New York State established law, adding that it “up-ends the status quo as we know

it with no real justification or reasoning that it’s legitimate.”

To that end, Blakeman has “repeatedly confirmed that he’s not aware of any examples in Nassau County of trans women or girls having a competitive advantage over any particular individuals,” Larios noted. Instead, by way of local explanation, Blakeman has pointed to the busy permit-issuing season for local recreation

facilities being underway, she said.

“This applies to recreational teams as well as competitive ones, from a youth softball league, to a women’s roller derby team, to a charity organization holding a one-off tournament. We think this is an order where the real message is that trans people shouldn’t have a full life and participate in sports, that it’s not really grounded in any real, defensible justification.”

A week later, Executive Blakeman held a semi-private press conference on Monday, March 18 alongside Olympic gold-medalist Caitlyn Jenner at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola.

“My executive order has one goal, and that is to make sure competition is fair and safe here in Nassau County and that we protect women and girls,” said Blakeman.

He introduced the former Olympian decathlete as an American hero not only in athletic competition, but also for standing up for principles she believes in and not being afraid to say how she feels.

“I have empathy for all LGBT people, and I have a thorough understanding of all the struggles no matter how different our circumstances may be,” said Jenner.

“This is not anti-trans. This is protecting women and girls, who are a protected class under federal law and the United States constitution,” said Blakeman.

The pair emphasized their disappointment in Nassau County having received a cease-and-desist order from New York Attorney General Letitia James, demanding Blakeman rescind the order, which she called “discriminatory and transphobic.”

Jenner accused James of thinking her office to be above U.S. law and using LGBT people for political gain.

Regarding that joint press event, Larios commented, “We feel that the press conference was yet another disgraceful attempt to target and villainize trans women and girls by sending the message that they’re not worthy of the same benefits as their peers in sports ... We don’t support platforming that kind of rhetoric anywhere.”

“None of these groups that are subject to this order knew that it was coming. They all found out at the same press conference on February 22,” she went on.

“In order to comply with this order, they’re now going to have to make very invasive inquiries about cis-gendered women [who identify as the gender they were assigned at birth] and trans women alike. Groups like the Roller Rebels don’t want to do that, and this [order] is going to turn away a lot of women from sports.”

Members of the Long Island Roller Rebels are shown posing together in this photo from their homepage. (Credit: Long Island Roller Rebels)

Caitlyn Jenner spoke alongside County Executive Bruce Blakeman at the Nassau County Legislature complex on March 18. (Via Bruce Blakeman’s Facebook page)

Elegance Embodied: Unveiling The Opulence

CHRISTY HINKO

chinko@antonmediagroup.com

Tucked neatly and unassumingly into the crux of the Great Neck peninsula is the newest luxury clothier to arrive on the Gold Coast, MSA Haute Couture. Although not new to the industry by any means, MSA Haute Couture is heartily established with nearly four decades of experience and an elite following of who’s who from across the country, originating first in Manhattan. The company has since closed its city location to focus on the Great Neck boutique; the word is catching on like wildfire, while also maintaining some renowned discretion.

“We are the best-kept secret, just like we were in New York,” MSA Haute Couture spokesman Rob Feinberg said. “We have built a store that we love, from the ground up and it is an entirely different luxury experience here than it was in Manhattan; long-time customers come to the Great Neck store and are amazed.”

The store’s deals on luxury items are too good to reveal. If you know your luxury brands, their quality and value, this is definitely the store for you.

“The experience is intimate,” said Feinberg. “People expect to stop in for an hour and stay for three or four hours.”

It is not uncommon to find personal shopping professionals on assignment or chauffeured shoppers frequenting the boutique, on excursions from the city.

“We have regular clients come over from New Jersey and Connecticut and several who fly in from California quarterly,” Feinberg said. “It’s all about luxury here.”

Most of the boutique’s business is by appointment and every thread in the boutique is certainly impressive.

“A lot of our clients are looking for gorgeous gowns, for weddings, galas or other high-end events,” Feinberg said. “If we know a client is coming, we will bring things over from our warehouse and prepare a personalized experience based on their preferences and size.”

Gowns run from approximately 25” to 34” in length, varying in styles, prints, sleeve design

Sara embodies her store’s elegance.

(Photos by Christy Hinko)

The boutique is dressed for spring.

Of An Exquisite Luxury Fashion Emporium

and price. The boutique also caters to all demographics.

“We are a destination for anyone who wants to buy something nice, whether that is a bag, shoes, a dress or a jacket,” Feinberg said. “Younger shoppers love this place as much as the more refined client.”

The boutique staff are excited to meet new clients, especially those who have never experienced the store while it had been established in the city.

“Our new clients cannot believe the prices on some of the items that at full price might not have been as desirable,” Feinberg said. “Ten years ago, I might have said that only 85 percent of Americans wanted to buy at a discount, but today, I would say more like 98 percent of Americans want to buy things at a discount, no matter what their variable spending budget allows.”

MSA Haute Couture is the perfect place to shop, especially if you aspire to begin building a luxury wardrobe, or supplement an existing one. “There is no other

shopping experience like this in the area, “Feinberg said. “In addition to the shopping experience, we host charity shopping events with a percentage of the day’s sale going to nonprofit organizations.”

MSA Haute Couture has the capacity for a private shopping experience with friends, family and colleagues, bringing in photographers, setting up the special runways and backdrops for a “private fashion show” event.

“We love private parties too; they are fun,” Feinberg said. “People come in with their friends and have this beautiful place to try on clothing, have their pictures taken by a professional and have a great time.”

The boutique stocks sizes from zero to 14, but does offer some size 16 items that regularly sell out quickly.

Street and municipal parking are available. Shoppers with reservations can make arrangements to park in the boutique’s private parking lot behind the store, with access to the private rear entrance.

MSA Haute Couture is located at 8 Hicks Ln., just east of Middle Neck Rd. in Great Neck. The store is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www. msahautecouture.com to shop online or call 212-730-0788 for an appointment and more details.

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My wife noticed that the small sconce light in the dining room was out.

“Maybe you can take care of this today?” She asked, knowing that my days in retirement had resulted in a surplus of free time.

Not a problem. I vowed to take on the challenge while she was out for the day.

We maintain a variety of different bulbs for the various light fixtures around our house. I grabbed the shoebox dedicated to the smaller ones for the sconce fixtures and did a quick inventory check.

For some unknown reason (poor planning, maybe), we have different-sized and shaped lights populating the sconce lights in different rooms. As luck would have it, I was out of replacement lights for the dining room. Suddenly, this was turning into a project.

Before the advent of LED bulbs, purchasing replacement incandescent bulbs used to be easy. I’m not getting into a “good ole’ days” argument here; I’m just pointing out reality. You only needed to know the watts and the base type (regular or candelabra). Easy Peasy.

I guess saving the planet requires making things more complicated, as the discontinuance of incandescent lights proves. The last time I ventured

I Saw The Light, I Think

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into the light bulb aisle at a hardware store, I felt transported to another dimension.

Trying to be proactive, I previously made a list of the specific identifying details for the various LED lights I used to replace old incandescent bulbs after they burned out. The tried and true simplicity of 100W, 75W, or 60W was a thing of the past. I noted that the 5w LED mini-spiral S7264 had replaced the original 25w bulbs (candelabra base) for the dining room sconces. I was so proud of myself!

I jumped on the ACE Hardware website to see if they carried the bulb I needed. When I typed “S7264” in the search bar, it came up with a house key, so much for that valuable piece of information.

Besides being better for the planet, an advantage of LED

bulbs is they last longer than your average incandescent bulb. The problem is that each time you need to replace one, there are more options than previously. For example, there are too many shades and intensities of white to choose from.

Amber White (not to be confused with plain amber or amber soft white), Soft, Warm, or Bright White, Cool White (as opposed to uncool white?), or Neutral White (What color is that?). Not enough for you? How about Daylight, Smoke Daylight, Natural light, or Sunlight?

Although I narrowed the search to the candelabra base, there were still many different styles to choose from. I knew I needed an equivalent to a 25-watt bulb, which apparently translates to the LED code E26. Why they would choose E26 instead of E25 to represent a 25W bulb is beyond me.

LED codes were also assigned for bulb shapes, like A15, A19, B11, E12, and CA 10, each slightly different from the others. Thank goodness ACE had

pictures that helped narrow it down to the E12 (rounded tip) or the CA 10 (flame tip).

I wasn’t sure if I needed the flame tip, so I decided to check the bulb and bring it with me to ACE.

Grabbing my trusty stepstool, I removed the sconce cover, revealing the bulb had a rounded tip, which would have been my first guess. As soon as I touched it, it miraculously came on! Problem solved.

I decided to spend the rest of my afternoon watching TV.

When my wife came home later, I couldn’t wait to show her I fixed our dead bulb problem. I proudly pointed to the previously dead light fixture and said, “Here we go!”

Switching on the sconce lights, I said, “Ta Da!” only to watch in horror as the bulb flashed on for a nanosecond, followed by an audible “bink,” and then went out again, this time for good.

I guess I’m headed to ACE tomorrow looking for an E12 E26 Candelabra base. I better write that down…

Karl

Even though I have served in government in some capacity for over 30 years, I don’t consider myself the ultimate expert on all things government. But I can lay claim to the fact that I am an expert on aging, having reached my mid-eighties. That stage in life gives me the right to claim that I know a great deal about what happens to your mind and body at that stage.

To start with, my age makes me older than President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Despite the passage of time I still work five days a week, practice law, do government relations and write multiple opinion columns on a variety of subjects. A few times a week I force myself to go to the gym where I do some cardio work and many stretches.

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I pay close attention to the subtle changes that are taking place in the lives of former President Trump and our current President Joe Biden. Even though Mr. Trump looks to be more active, he has aged dramatically over the past eight

years. He is unquestionably obese and he admits that his diet is mostly fast food and occasional soft drinks.

Joe Biden has changed dramatically over the past four years, primarily due to the fact that he has the toughest job in America. The stresses of being a president are monumental and there is no way to cover up the fact that he has reached age 81.

Even though these two gentlemen are now old men, there are stark differences in how the two live their lives. Mr. Biden is on the job seven days a week and when you wrestle with so many challenges, it keeps your mind sharp which is critical to avoiding mental decay.

Mr. Trump has little in his life to keep him healthy other than the periodic trips around the country. Political rallies may be

great for our ego, but they do nothing to make you mentally sharper. Trump has no briefing books to scan nor does he admittedly have any reading habits. Following a teleprompter may be a good exercise, but Trump has a tendency to go off script and that is when he shows that his skills are slowly diminishing.

President Biden tends to walk slowly due to a long standing back problem and his lifetime stuttering habit makes him prone to verbal glitches. Mr. Trump shows daily signs of mental slippages, which he claims are planned mistakes.

The next seven months will determine who has the stamina to get to the finish line, but regardless of who you like, Biden has more mental and physical pluses going for him than his Republican challenger.

COLUMNS Apologies To The Bunny

Starting in the middle of this month a variety of municipalities, restaurants and other shops were advertising that people could come over for a photo with the Easter Bunny. I always found it odd that people didn’t wait til Easter – a celebration that lasts 50 days. But I suspect that the “breakfasts with Santa” in December primed the early visits with Mr. Rabbit.

I also suspect that the Easter Bunny confuses non-Christians. As one Jewish friend of mine asked, “I thought your Easter was about Jesus rising from the dead. What does the bunny have to do with that?”

And, with all respects to Sir Cottontail, actually nothing! The bunny-thing is tied into the new life of Spring. Lots of bunnies start appearing in our suburban yards. And while Easter is indeed a time for new life, it’s not about hare-raising.

In fact for Christians, Easter is the most important feast of the year. While the real meaning of Christmas can be obscured by marketing and the push to buy stuff, Easter is really the more significant moment in our faith history. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus. And who of us came into the world without being born? Being born isn’t the remarkable thing. But rising from the dead? Well that’s something earth shattering!

Christians believe that Jesus, after being horribly tortured to death by Roman crucifixion, died and was buried. His disciples scattered out of fear. But since Jesus was not only human like us, but also the presence of God in the world, he couldn’t stay dead. So he is raised and appears to his disciples to offer them peace, reconciliation, healing and a mission.

The mission was to let everyone know that eternal life is not a fantasy, but it is a real outcome for us. Following Jesus is the way to the new life that we encounter after death. Where Jesus went, we can follow.

This is indeed good

news for anyone who is having their own form of crucifixion – whether it be a minor hurdle or a significant hurt. We are assured that our illnesses, our broken relationships, our failed endeavors, etc. are not the end of the story. There is new life ahead. Often we glimpse and experience it here and now. But sometimes we need faith that something better lies ahead.

So while Easter is a chance to market chocolate bunnies and Peeps and jelly beans, it is profoundly more important that increasing our sugar intake. While there’s nothing wrong with searching for hidden eggs, our real search over the fifty days of the Easter season ought to be about seeking where God is affirming our lives and offering us new opportunities to grow in love, in hope and in faith.

WE LOVE OUR PETS Spring Into Joy

Springtime breathes new life into the world around us, casting a verdant blanket over the landscape and inviting both humans and pets to revel in the burgeoning warmth. For pet parents, the season ushers in a unique set of opportunities and challenges, from navigating the nuances of allergy season to ensuring the safety and happiness of their furry companions during outdoor adventures. As we peel away the layers of winter and step into the freshness of spring, here are comprehensive tips to help pet parents navigate the season with ease and joy.

1Addressing Seasonal Allergies

Just like humans, pets can suffer from seasonal allergies, which can manifest as skin irritation, sneezing, or watery eyes. Monitor your pet for signs of discomfort, such as excessive scratching, licking, or shaking their head. Regular baths can help remove allergens from your pet’s coat, while air purifiers in the home can reduce airborne allergens. Consult with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet is suffering from allergies, as they may recommend specific treatments or medications to alleviate their symptoms.

2 Safe Outdoor Adventures

With the weather warming up, outdoor activities become a daily routine. Ensure your pet’s safety by keeping them leashed in unfamiliar or open areas to prevent

them from getting lost or wandering into dangerous territory. Check local parks for pet-friendly trails and remember to carry water for both you and your pet to prevent dehydration.

3Parasite Prevention

Spring is prime time for fleas, ticks, and heartworms, which can pose serious health risks to your pets. Before the season is in full swing, visit your veterinarian to discuss preventive measures. There are a variety of options available, including topical treatments, oral medications, and collars, designed to protect your pet from these pests.

hazards to curious pets.

4Grooming Essentials

As your pet sheds their winter coat, regular grooming becomes crucial to their comfort and health. Brushing your pet not only helps to remove excess fur but also stimulates their skin and helps to distribute natural oils throughout their coat. Consider professional grooming services if your pet has a thick coat that is prone to matting.

6SpringCleaning Safety

Spring cleaning is a seasonal ritual for many, but it’s important to keep pet safety in mind. Cleaning products can contain chemicals that are harmful to pets if ingested or inhaled. Use pet-safe cleaners whenever possible, and ensure that your pet is kept away from freshly cleaned areas until they are completely dry. Additionally, when tidying up, be mindful of small objects that could pose choking

5Diet and Exercise

The transition from winter to spring is an excellent time to reassess your pet’s diet and exercise routine. With more opportunities for outdoor activities, your pet may require additional calories to fuel their adventures. Consult with a veterinarian to ensure their diet meets their nutritional needs and adjust portion sizes as necessary to maintain a healthy weight.

7Garden and Plant Safety

For those with a green thumb, spring is a time of planting and garden rejuvenation. However, many common plants and fertilizers can be toxic to

Unleashing a season of adventure and wellness for your furry friends

pets. Research the safety of plants before adding them to your garden, and opt for pet-safe alternatives when possible. Keep fertilizers, pesticides, and other garden chemicals out of reach to prevent accidental ingestion.

8Hydration and Shade

As temperatures rise, ensure your pet has constant access to fresh water and a shady spot to rest, whether indoors or out. Pets can become dehydrated quickly in warm weather, and breeds with thick coats or short noses are particularly susceptible to overheating.

9Microchipping and ID Tags

With the increased likelihood of spending time outdoors, there’s also an increased risk of pets getting lost. Ensure your pet is microchipped and wears a collar with up-to-date ID tags. This simple step can be instrumental in reuniting you with your pet should they wander off.

10Enjoying the Season Together

Finally, spring is a time to create lasting memories with your pet. From leisurely walks in the blooming park to adventurous hikes in the countryside, take the time to enjoy the season’s beauty together. Capture these moments with photos, and embrace the joy and companionship that pets bring into our lives.

Spring is a season of renewal, offering pet parents a chance to refresh and strengthen the bond with their furry family members. By taking proactive steps to ensure their health, safety, and happiness, you can look forward to a season filled with adventure, growth, and shared moments of joy.

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Spring Events

(Photos from The History Center at the Port Washington Public Library)

Major Milestones In Port Washington

Port Washington has a lengthy and rich history. From the original people of the Matinecock Nation, to the 1870s when Port became an important sand-mining town, to housing

BY JULIE PRISCO

the Pan-American World Airways New York Base in the 1930s, to the beautiful hub of community and culture that it is now.

This year, many staples in the Port

community are celebrating major anniversarys. The Port Washington Garden Club is celebrating 100 years of bringing people together and beautifying the town, North Shore Animal League

America is commemorating 80 years of animal rescue and more.

For a history lesson on some of the milestones being celebrated this year, read below.

The Port Washington Garden Club Celebrates Its Centennial

This year, the Port Washington Garden Club is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The garden club was first organized in 1924, when members met in their homes, shared their knowledge of gardening and learned from each other. Today, the club is a self-funded, social group of passionate, enthusiastic, dedicated and hands-on gardeners who share their knowledge and have a common love of flowers, horticulture and the environment.

The garden club hosts monthly meetings that include hands-on floral design and educational programs provided by guest speakers. Club members are busy visiting select gardens and arboretums, fundraising, and continuing to maintain the beautified areas in the community.

“Over the years, the garden club has continued to promote the beautification of our community through civic duties,” said Port Washington Garden Club president Pat DeBari.

DeBari shared that civic duties include placing a weekly flower arrangement at The Port Washington Public Library, planting and

maintaining window boxes at the entrance of the Port Washington Train Station, and, before Memorial Day, an ongoing tradition is the red, white, and blue plantings at the Kiwanis Memorial on Lower Main Street. In addition, new curb appeal plantings have been added at the entrance of the Town Dock anchor area.

DeBari shared that the most rewarding project “was the site restoration and an Arbor Day dedication of a new tree in memory of Gay Pearsall, founder of the John Philip Sousa Memorial Band Shell at

Sunset Park.”

The garden club has participated in projects that include plantings at the Bay Walk Trail and planting annuals provided by The Art Guild at the Elderfields Preserve. For the holidays, the garden club members make holiday arrangements that are displayed throughout the Port Washington Public Library. In remembering the homebound, the garden club members provide gifts to the Visiting Nurse program and Meals on Wheels at their holiday luncheon.

To celebrate its 100th anniversary, an exhibit is being held at the Port Washington Public Library till Sunday, March 31. A gala luncheon celebration will be held on Wednesday, April 10 at the North Hempstead Country Club. Members, friends, and local garden clubs will be in attendance. Call 516-883-9296 to reserve a spot.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to the future,” said Debari. For further information, please visit: www. portwashingtongardenclub.com

Vincent Smith School Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary

Vincent Smith School, located at 332 Port Washington Blvd., is a co-ed independent special education school for children in grades first through twelfth. The school specializes in students with attention or learning differences such as dyslexia, auditory and language processing disorders, anxiety, school avoidance or AD/HD.

“It’s been a hundred years since the school opened its doors. It’s hard to imagine what life was like back then. But for those of you who know, it seems to stick that this is a very special place,” said Baldi. “Our students have changed, but one thing has never changed: our passion for teaching and the fact that our students continue to receive an amazing education.”

The Vincent Smith School was established in 1924 by Sir Gilbert and Lady Dora Eliott. Their vision of the school was a home-like environment, with an educational curriculum balanced with wholesome fun geared toward each child’s individualized needs. The

school is named after its co-founder and first headmistress, Miss Adelaide Vincent Smith.

The Eliotts withdrew their financial support during the stock market crash in 1929, but the teachers and parents made sacrifices to help keep the school running.

Over the years, the school’s reputation grew, and its success required acquiring

new buildings near the original property and building additional spaces such as the gymnasium. In 1974, this enthusiasm resulted in the decision to to accommodate the growing need for an expansion to the school to include tenth, eleventh and twelfth grade.

In 1989, the Vincent Smith School received accreditation from the NYS

Association of Independent Schools, and that accreditation was renewed in 2000, 2010 and 2020.

For 100 years, the Vincent Smith School has been dedicated to providing a successful and personalized academic education in a supportive environment for students with learning disabilities. Visit vincentsmithschool.org to learn more.

Town of North Hempstead Councilmember Mariann Dalimonte presenting a Proclamation of Recognition to members of the Port Washington Garden Club in honor of their 100th Anniversary (Photo from the Town of North Hempstead)

Garden Club plantings at the Town Dock (Photo from the Port Washington Garden Club)

The Vincent Smith School, located at 322 Port Washington Blvd. (Photo from the Vincent Smith School)

Historical photo of students performing science experiments at Vincent Smith. (Photo by Julie Prisco)

North Shore Animal League America Celebrates 80 Years Of Rescue

North Shore Animal League America has been an animal welfare pioneer since its inception in 1944. The organization has grown from rescuing homeless animals in and around the Town of North Hempstead to becoming the world’s largest and longest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.

In 1944, animal advocate Marianne H. Sanders began rescuing homeless animals in and around North Hempstead. The organization was initially called North Shore Animal League America and Dog Protective Association, inc.

Over the years, the organization grew in popularity, and by 1953, two lots and a house in Port Washington were purchased to begin planning shelter construction. In 1960, the association had to choose between handling animal control and remaining no-kill. Remaining steadfast in its original goal, the association lost lucrative animal control contracts and suffered a severe drop in revenue. Inspired by the organization’s

mission, Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt become more involved in day-to-day operations, helping the association regain financial stability.

The no-kill mission continued to grow. A small medical center was established on the premises, an outreach program was launched, a nationwide shelter relocation program was launched, spay/ neuter programs were introduced and more. By 2000, the association changed

its name to North Shore Animal League America, Inc. to reflect the growth of its national programs.

While Animal League America has dozens of incredible programs and hosts nationwide adoption events, the Port Washington News asked Senior Vice President of Operations Joanne Yohannan where she has seen the most significant impact of the organization’s work. She praised Animal League

America’s work in national relocation, the SpayUSA program and the Global Pet Adoptathon.

Throughout Animal League America’s journey, they have led in humane relocation practices, have educated communities across the globe and transformed how many view animal adoption.

For more information about North Shore Animal League America, visit animalleague.org

Friends Of The Library Hosts Its 55th Book And Author Luncheon

The Friends of the Port Washington Public Library (FOL) is dedicated to strengthening the ties between the library and the community since its inception in 1966.

“The Friends of the Library was formed in the 1960s to help support the construction of the current library building,” explained FOL President Pamela O’Connell. “The library used to be on Bellevue Avenue. Then this big, modern, beautiful building was getting built, and the Friends of the Library was formed to help pass the bond for the construction of the new library building.”

Since then, the FOL has been helping advance the library’s mission as a center for lifelong learning, information, and culture. The Friends support the library through volunteerism, fundraising, programming, outreach, and advocacy. The FOL provides financial support for programs and services not covered by the taxpayer-funded budget.

The FOL’s signature program and sole fundraising event is the Richard D. Whittemore Annual

Book and Author Luncheon, held each May and named after its first president. This year’s Book and Author Luncheon marks 55 years since the first event held on May 16, 1969 at the Plandome Country Club.

Since then, the event has grown in popularity, drawing audiences of more than 300 people. More than 100 authors have been featured at the luncheon, including many award winners, best-selling authors, and local luminaries such

as Susan Isaacs, Dan Paisner and George Vecsey.

“We’re very proud of the luncheon’s history. It’s both a sophisticated literary experience, but also a beloved community tradition that people look forward to year after year,” said O’Connell. “My predecessor, Amy Bass, was the president of the FOL for many years and she’s mostly responsible for the luncheon reaching the heights it has.”

The 55th Annual Book & Author

Luncheon will be on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Garden City Hotel and will feature Ilyon Woo, author of the nonfiction bestseller Master Slave Husband Wife, one of The New York Times 10 Best Books of 2023. She will appear in conversation with Port’s own Kelly McMasters, an accomplished essayist, bestselling author and Hofstra professor. Event sponsorships and individual tickets can be purchased online at pwpl.org/fol/ reserve.

North Shore Animal League, 1980.

(Photo from North Shore Animal League America)

The North Shore Animal League America campus in Port Washington. (Photo from North Shore Animal League America)

Friends of the Library Board of Directors (Photo by Seth Ehrlich) Port Washington Public Library, 1969 (Photo from The History Center at the Port Washington Public Library)

Cover Images top left to right: McKee General Store, Port Washington, ca. 1800. A view down Main Street, Port Washington ca. 1900. A view of R.R Station, Port Washington, ca. 1900. Main Street School opening day parade, ca. 1909. Main Street School dedication, ca. 1909. First known photo of a Port Washington school, ca. 1870s. Central Hotel at corner of Shore Road and Main Street, ca. 1900. A view from Sands Point School No.2. Overlooking the Mill Pond. Main Street looking east, Port Washington, ca. 1920s.

The World’s Most Experienced Airline

Port Washington was once home to Pan Am

BY CHRISTY HINKO chinko@antonmediagroup.com

e historic Pan Am property at Tom’s Point on Sagamore Hill Drive in Port Washington is a testament to the golden era of aviation. Constructed in the 1920s, it served as the operations center for Pan American World Airways (Pan Am), an iconic airline that pioneered transatlantic and transpaci c ights. e Pan Am building played a crucial role during World War II, functioning as a training facility for military pilots.

Pan Am was a historic and pioneering airline that operated from 1927 to 1991. Renowned for its role in advancing international air travel, Pan Am was the first to offer transatlantic and transpacific flights. Its iconic blue globe logo symbolized a bygone era of luxury air travel and global connectivity.

Many people, even longtime Port residents, have no idea of the bayside community’s fascinating history related to air (and sea) transportation. We had a chance to speak with John Luetich, the curator and historian at Long Island’s own Pan Am Museum, and also a longtime Pan Am employee. He worked for the company for 15 years in reservations, as a phone agent and then as a computer programmer and anaylst. His own mother had also worked for the company for nearly 40 years.

CH: Tell me about Pan Am in Port Washington.

JL: Pan Am started service with flying boats from New York, Port Washington to Bermuda in 1937. They had gotten

permission from the British government to do that, a shared agreement with what is now British Airways. Pan Am was founded in 1927. For the first 10 years, Pan Am just flew out of Florida and Texas. Its headquarters were always in New York City, initially in the Chrysler Building and then to the Pan Am Building (now the MetLife Building) in 1963.

CH: Why Port Washington?

JL: Pan Am used “flying boats” and it needed hangar space. They bought the big plot on Tom’s Point in Port Washington. The facility does not exist anymore; it was taken over by a steel company and then subsequently had been closed off because of soil toxicity. The ramp into the water, parts of it, may still be there, but the hangar is gone.

CH: What were operations like back then?

JL: It was primarily used for a frequent flight from Port Washington to Bermuda. In those years, everything was first-class. In order to even go to Bermuda, you needed money. Passengers to Bermuda flew on the Sikorsky S-42, a flying boat. In 1939, Pan Am began Atlantic flights to Ireland and England. The transatlantic flights were made by the famous Boeing 314, the most famous flying boat of all. Pan Am eventually moved operations to the Marine Air Terminal at LaGuardia in 1940.

The Sikorsky S-42 or the “Flying Clipper” was a commercial flying boat designed and built by Sikorsky Aircraft to meet requirements for a long-range flying boat laid out by Pan Am in 1931. The innovative design included wing flaps, variable-pitch propellers, and a tail-carrying full-length hull. The prototype first flew in 1934, and, in the period of development and test flying that followed, quickly established 10 world records for payload-to-height.

CH: When do we see the decline in Pan Am operations?

JL: During World War II, airports were being built for land planes. Land planes were easier and cheaper to fly. The initial use of flying boats was simply because there weren’t that many airports at the time.

The Pan Am Museum Foundation is located on the third floor at the Cradle of Aviation on Charles Lindbergh Blvd. in Garden City. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the galleries is $16; a fee of $8 is optional to enjoy the museum’s planetarium. Visit www.thepanammuseum.org or call 888-826-5678 for more details.

The Bermuda Clipper, a Sikorsky S-42 arrives in Manhasset Bay.

Dixie Clipper stewards onboard

Pan American passengers check-in, circa 1940

Passengers prepare to board Pan Am Boeing Clipper

Passengers arriving via the Boeing 314 Clipper from Europe in 1939

Clipper crash boats (Images courtesy of the Pan Am Museum)

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Hollywood In Our Own Backyard

Before Hollywood, California, became the epicenter of U.S. lm culture, New York was where most production studios were housed and lms were shot. However, to this day, TV and movie productions come to New York, and more speci cally Long Island, to lm due to its idyllic scenery and the area having served as the landscape for many historical events. Long Island is even often referred to as “Hollywood East” because of its continued presence in the lm industry.

As many residents have probably seen, Port Washington is an especially popular filming location on Long Island. With its waterfront views and stunning sunsets, many production companies find themselves compelled to film in Port Washington. Here are 10 notable movies and TV shows filmed in Port Washington:

Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

Miracle on 34th Street, written and directed by George Seaton, is a Christmas classic that follows Kris Kringle, a Macy’s Santa Claus who proves to be the real Santa Claus. The movie culminates when character, Susan Walker, having not seen under the Christmas tree what she asked Kris Kringle for, loses faith in his being the real Santa Claus. However, Kris suggests a route home that avoids traffic and Susan sees her dream house for sale. The house in the movie is actually 24 Derby Rd., Port Washington.

The Godfather (1972)

Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, The Godfather is centered around a 1940s New York Mafia family, the Corleones, and their struggle to preserve their influence as power is transferred from father to son. The infamous scene in which Luca Brasi, the Corelones, personal enforcer, placed a dead horse’s head in famous Hollywood producer Jack Woltz’s bed after he refuses to cast Don Vito Corleone’s grandson in a film, was filmed in Sands Point. The bedroom of Woltz’s villa is the living room of the Falaise Mansion in Sands Point Preserve at 127 Middle Neck Rd.

Malcom X (1992)

Malcolm X, directed by Spike Lee, is a biographical film detailing the life and death of the influential Black activist. The Hempstead House at the Sands Point Preserve serves as the ‘New England’ shoreline in the film.

Meet The Parents (2000)

Meet the Parents is a romantic comedy that chronicles a series of unfortunate events that occur while a nurse (Ben Stiller as Greg Focker) visits his girlfriend’s parents (Robert De Niro as Jack Byrnes and Blythe Danner as Dina Byrnes). The entire production of Meet The Parents was filmed on Long Island, and quite a few scenes were shot in Port Washington. The ‘Oyster Bay Drugs, ’where Greg sees potential father-in-law Jack Byrnes meet up with a stranger in the parking lot, was Trunz Food Center, 364 Port Washington Blvd., in Port Washington. The store closed in 2005 after 100 years of business, and it’s now Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace. Then, the pre-wedding dinner for Pam Byrnes’ sister takes place at the ‘Surf and Turf,’ which is actually Louie’s Prime Steak & Seafood, 395 Main St. Lastly, as Greg and Jack race each other back home they are seen to be driving along Main Street between Herbert Avenue and Port Washington Boulevard.

Royal Pains (2009)

While Royal Pains is set in the Hamptons, there were quite a few scenes filmed across Port Washington: at the Town Dock, on Secor Drive, and at the Sands Point Preserve. The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy shared that Mark Feuerstein even said, “Sands Point is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. That location will always be etched in my brain.”

The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

Directed by Martin Scorsese, The Wolf of Wall Street is based on Jordan Belfort’s memoir of the same name and tells the story of his career as a stockbroker in New York City and the downfall that occurred as a result of engaging in corruption. Belfort is played by Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie stars as his second wife, Naomi Lapagalia. In the film, Jordan meets Naomi at a waterfront home for a party which is actually 10-54 Hoffstot Ln.

No Hard Feelings (2023)

In No Hard Feelings, Maddie (played by Jennifer Lawrence) is on the brink of losing her childhood home so she agrees to date a wealthy couple’s introverted 19-year-old son, Percy (played by Andrew Barth Feldman) for cash. Maddie first meets Percy when she visits him at his job at an animal shelter. The animal shelter in the film is actually North Shore Animal

League’s Don and Karen Larocca Pet Wellness Center, located at 63 S. Bayles Ave.

Kitchen Nightmares: Diwan (2023)

In December, an episode of Kitchen Nightmares featured Port Washington’s Diwan. Kitchen Nightmares is hosted by Chef Gordon Ramsay, who travels to various restaurants in crisis and helps address some of their biggest problems.

Elsbeth, CBS Show (2024)

Elsbeth, starring Carrie Preston as Elsbeth Tascioni follows Elsbeth, an unconventional attorney who uses her unique point of view to help the NYPD catch brilliant criminals. While the episode of Elsbeth shot in Port Washington has not been aired yet, filming took place at the end of January and early February between Central Drive and Library Drive as well as between Shore Road and Prospect Avenue.

Law and Order Organized Crime (2024)

Law and Order Organized Crime: Beyond the Sea aired in February, 2024 and features several prominent Port Washington locations including Louie’s Prime Steak & Seafood and the Port Washington Yacht Club.

(Movie posters from IMDB)

A Look Into Schreiber Students’ Senior Experiences

FBY DEVIN SPIZZ

As Schreiber High School seniors enter their last semester, there is one last requirement they must meet to graduate: a “senior experience.” “Senior experiences” are meant to give students an opportunity to explore their interests before they enter the next phase of their lives, either through an internship, volunteer work, or a career project.

or most students, a senior experience is built into their schedule, selected from a wide range of specialized courses ranging from Theatre Arts to Engineering. However, for a small group of students who are constricted by their loaded schedule, an individual senior experience option is offered. These students must obtain approval from the school and will go on to work with a mentor and teacher advisor.

Tess Romero is one of these students. For her senior experience, she started an acting class specifically geared toward children with learning disabilities and other developmental differences. She shared that in exposing participants to the performance arts, she hopes to help them develop confidence and public speaking skills while moving at a pace that is comfortable for them.

When asked about what motivated her to start this project, Tess explained, “I was inspired by my little brother, who has struggled to find performance opportunities due to his ADHD, OCD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and Tourette’s Syndrome. I wanted to create a space where he and other kids like him feel free to express themselves creatively without fear of judgment.” Moreover, Tess shared that it is gratifying to be able to spread her passion for acting and the arts with others.

Senior Eve Siff-Scherr is taking advantage of the senior experience program to get in touch with her community. For the next few months, Eve will be taking on a leadership role in her synagogue, helping with program planning, organizing, coming up with different ideas and

activities, and connecting with different people. One way in which she will do this is through intergenerational gatherings with seniors involved in the synagogue, where she will help create dialogue and activities to facilitate relationships. In addition, she will be participating in the sandwich-making program in her synagogue, which provides an opportunity for members to help fight food insecurity.

Eve shared that this will be an extremely fulfilling experience for her, saying “I have been a member of the synagogue since I was born. I grew up a part of the congregation, became a Bat Mitzvah, and have continued to do programs throughout my high school years. I came up with this idea because I wanted to give back to my community that has been instrumental in helping me grow in my adulthood.”

In the future, Eve plans to attend Brown University, where she intends for religion to be part of her studies. As she prepares to go off to college, this project will grant her experience learning and being involved with her community through a Jewish lens.

A popular choice among many seniors is a project in the realm of visual art. Olivia Silberman, a current AP Studio Art student, will paint a mural in a residence hall at Port Washington’s Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youth and Adults. Her outline depicts the word UNITY with each letter’s respective sign below, as well as a braille translation made of polymer. She plans to attend SUNY Oneonta with a minor in art history next year, hoping to use this opportunity to practice her art on a larger scale.

Senior Sadie Muller, a student who has been heavily involved in climate action

throughout her high school career, is using this opportunity to bring this passion into her community. Over the summer, she interned with Legislator Delia DeReggiWhitton to address food waste in Nassau County schools.

For her newest project, she will be working with Legislator DeReggi-Whitton and the environmental nonprofit Residents Forward to instate a composting pilot program at Salem Elementary School. Their plan is to transport the waste from Salem to the Science Museum of Long Island and the Thomas Dodge Homestead to be put in compost machines. Through this process, waste transforms into something that can be used to grow food for the citizens of Port Washington.

In college, Sadie will major in environmental science and policy. Outside of her studies, she plans to continue her scientific research regarding climate change and hopes to continue advocating for environmental legislation. She shared that “interning with Legislator

DeRiggi-Whitton has given me a great introduction to how the legislative process works, and through this project, I have been able to make a meaningful impact on environmental issues in my own community.”

By the time May rolls around, students will have participated in approximately 45 hours of valuable work experience. During this time, the independent senior experience program will hold a fair for students to present and explain what they have accomplished over the past few months.

According to Mr. Carlock, the teacher currently heading the independent senior experience program, “A senior experience is giving you the experience to decide what you want to do in your future and give you an opportunity to step into what you are interested in and decide where you want to go from there. I think it sort of gives you a head start in deciding what you want to do in college and in deciding your major.”

Olivia Silberman’s UNITY outline for the mural at Port Washington’s Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youth and Adults (Photo from Devin Spizz)

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Snapshots of Port Washington

Highlighting Port photographers from The Photography Club Of Long Island

The Photography Club of Long Island (PCLI), formerly known as the Port Washington Camera Club, was founded in 1975.

When the photography club first began, the members would get together to look at film color slides. With constant technological advancements, the club members went from using film cameras to digital; some members even use the camera on their smart phones.

The club gets together monthly for critique nights, where members share their photography with the group and get feedback. The club will also host guest speakers to show photos and give photography tips.

“The theme of the club is to learn from each other. We do have instructional meetings and that’s a really good way to learn,” said club president David Wollin. “We do some photo shoots together and when you’re out shooting, you say, ‘That’s pretty good, what setting did you use?’ And that’s really valuable. That’s the big learning experience for most of our members.”

PCLI is trying to emphasize more the artistic and creative aspects of photography. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in photography. PCLI hosts free monthly programs at the Port Washington Public Library as a community service from September through June each year. For more information, please visit www.pcliphoto.org. The Photography Club of Long Island is a 501©(3) arts education.

—Submitted by The Photography Club of Long Island with additional reporting by Julie Prisco

Steve Klemes resides in Manorhaven with his wife Angie and their two adult children—Matthew, 26, and Sophie, 23. He is a User Experience Program Manager at Citi Bank. Beyond his professional life, Steve’s interests include photography, fitness and travel.

Photography has been a longstanding passion for Steve, dating back to his college days at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan. While he initially contemplated a career in photography, he pursued a degree in advertising instead. Over the past three years, in his spare time he has documented his travels, Manhattan, and particularly the charm of Port Washington with his camera.

Donald Fagelman

A 33-year resident of Sands Point, Dr. Donald Fagelman says, “Port Washington is so varied and so beautiful, it is easy to take good photographs. With a cell phone and some rudimentary editing software you can look like a pro! We who live in Port Washington are indeed fortunate.”

Dr. Fagelman, a radiologist, has spent his career looking at pictures although usually black and white X-Rays and scans. “I have always been fascinated by photographs. We in the Photo Club of Long Island (PCLI) call photography ‘digital art’.”

Dr. Fagelman currently has photographs on display at the Art Guild of Port Washington.

Richard Froman

Richard Froman is a long-time resident of Port Washington and a member of the Photography Club of Long Island (PCLI). He began his professional career as a computer animator/director. He worked for 20 years with many well-known artists, directors, and producers. During that time, he was recognized with multiple industry awards for the imagery he created for TV and film. He also served for 30 years as the Director of Information Systems with one of New York’s most prestigious university hospitals and research institutes. Port Washington is one of his most favorite locations for photography.

David Wollin

David Wollin has been sailing and photographing in Port Washington for over 40 years. His fascination with photography and boating began as a child and continues today. He loves to get a terrific image that tells a story, generates emotion, or shows the beauty of our world and its surroundings. Dave is President of the Photography Club of Long Island (PCLI), and a Board Member of The Art Guild of Port Washington where he frequently chairs photographic exhibits. His award-winning work has been exhibited in many locations around Long Island.

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Alan L. Stein

Alan and Susan Stein made Port Washington their home 47 years ago. They feel lucky to have found Port with its quality of life, pride, diversity, schools, commute, harbor, parks, merchants and so much more in which they proudly raised their sons Matt and Josh. Port’s beauty has provided an inspiring background for Alan’s photography

Barbara Spivak and her husband have lived in Port Washington for over 50 years. Barbara has always loved taking photographs and began her journey as a photographer when she retired. She has won eleven awards for her photographs.

Barbara is a member of the Manhasset Art Association, the Art Guild of Port Washington, and the Photography Club of Long Island (PCLI). For a number of years, she co chaired The Art Guild’s annual photography exhibition and also assembled PCLI’s annual Music and Images Show. She credits PCLI with enhancing her photography with its meaningful critiques and valuable information from its enthusiastic members.

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Spring Events

With warm weather right around the corner, we have compiled some local events for family and friends to enjoy in the Port Washington area. See below for details:

SATURDAY, APRIL 6

Wilderness Survival Series

10 a.m.-12 p.m. (Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point) This series of mini-workshops, led by survival enthusiasts Eric Powers and Mike Evans, is ideal for beginners and seasoned outdoor aficionados alike. Perfect for those starting their journey or looking to depend on existing skills, these workshops offer a platform to learn, share experiences, and connect with a community passionate about self-sufficiency and nature. Visit sandspointpreserveconservancy.org to reserve a spot.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

M.A.C. Concert: Risa Hokamura, Violin

3 p.m.-5 p.m. (Port Washington Public Library, Lapham Meeting Room) The Music Advisory Council of the Port Washington Public Library welcomes violinist Risa Hokamura to the Library for a special performance. Risa Hokamura began studying the violin at the age of three and, by the age of ten, captured top prizes in competitions in Japan. A native of Japan, Risa studied at the Artist Diploma program of the Tokyo College of Music and continued her studies at the Manhattan School of Music. Visit pwpl.org to register for the event.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

Clean Green Main Street

9 a.m.-11 p.m. (Port Washington LIRR Station on Main Street) Join Residents Forward and The Town of North Hempstead at the Port Washington LIRR station to clean up litter in and around our Main Street. They provide the gloves and bags and assignments. All participants receive a free Town of North Hempstead Earth Month tee. All are welcome. Visit residentsforward.org for more information.

FRIDAY, APRIL, 19

The Life and Loves of a Broadway Baby

8 p.m. (The Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St.) Dim the Lights Series presents An Evening with Melissa Errico. Errico is a Tony Award-nominated Broadway star, actor, singer, and author. First known for her starring roles on Broadway, she has since become a concert, cabaret, and recording artist as well. Visit landmarkonmainstreet.org for ticket information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

The Monkey King: A Kung-Fu Musical

2 p.m. (The Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St.) LandmarKids family series presents The Monkey King: A Kung-Fu Musical. The event is free of charge. An amazing musical for the whole family, The Monkey King is based on the legendary mythical figure from the beloved 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West by Wu Cheng’en. Heartfelt music and an inspiring storyline tell the adventures of the first-ever female Monkey King as she battles against treacherous foes to save her tribe and achieve immortality. Visit landmarkonmainstreet.org for ticket information.

SUNDAY, MAY 5

Party in the Park

1-4 p.m. (Blumenfeld Family Park) Residents Forward’s annual carnival with music, family fun, carnival games, a trackless train, snacks, costumed characters, and more. Visit residentsforward.org for more information.

M.A.C. Concert: Anthony Trionfo, Woodwind and Albert Cano Smit, Piano 3 p.m.-5 p.m. (Port Washington Library, Lapham Meeting Room) The Port Washington Public Library’s Music Advisory Council presents flutist Anthony Trionfo with pianist Albert Cano Smit. Known for his soaring flute, Anthony Trionfo is a musician actively building one of today’s most exciting musical careers. In recital, Anthony presents engaging, fun, and thoughtful programs for any audience. Spanish/Dutch pianist Albert Cano Smit enjoys a growing international career on the orchestral, recital, and chamber music stages. Visit pwpl.org to register.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

HEARTS in the Park: A PortFest Event

12 p.m.-5 p.m. (Sousa Bandshell at Sunset Park) HEARTS PW is hosting its annual Spring Arts Festival at the Sousa Bandshell. This is a free event celebrating the arts in our community, and supporting HEARTS and the continuing mission to enrich the arts in Port Washington and our schools. Visit heartspw. org for more information.

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Four Seasons in Music

5 p.m.-7 p.m. (Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point) The Preserve’s historic mansions and waterfront grounds are the backdrop for this unique chamber music series, created by Series Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood. The Spring 2024 concert presents “A tour de France”. Each concert features music and poetry, inspired by the time of year and themes of romance and resilience. Visit sandspointpreserveconservancy.org for tickets.

FRIDAY, MAY 31

The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook: An Evening of Songs & Stories

8 p.m.-10 p.m. (Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St.) This unique and entertaining music and multimedia event chronicles the extraordinary career of Simon & Garfunkel. The music speaks for itself, anchored by Rex Fowler, co-founder of the renowned folk/rock duo Aztec Two-Step, and his wife, Dodie Pettit, an original cast member of Broadway’s The Phantom of The Opera. Visit landmarkonmainstreet.org for ticket information.

The Nicholas Center Presents “Music Through the Decades”

The Nicholas Center presents its first-ever musical, “Music Through the Decades” on Friday, May 31 at the Port Washington Public Library. It will be an evening of singing, dancing, poetry, artwork, and more. Featuring The Nicholas Center participants’ incredible talent onstage and off! HEARTS PW helped make this dream a reality with a very generous grant. Visit tncnewyork. org for more information.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

Harborfest Dock Day and Craft Fair

10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Town Dock, Manhasset Bay and Lower Main Street)

Presented by The Town of North Hempstead and the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce. Includes a craft show, cruises on Manhasset Bay, fire boat demonstrations, live entertainment at the tugboat and Sousa Band Shell, children’s fun park, family fun stage, children’s model boat regatta at Baxter’s Pond, Enviro-expo, Art in the Park, a new photography exhibit in tugboat museum, fabulous food court, merchant booths, and more. Visit pwcoc.org for more information.

—Events compiled by Julie Prisco

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PYA Announces 32nd Hall Of Fame Gala

Port Washington Youth Activities (PYA) is pleased to announce the induction of three new members into the PYA Hall of Fame at its annual Gala on Friday, April 12, at the North Hempstead Country Club in Port Washington.

The 32nd edition of the PYA Gala will honor Amy Nash for her long-time volunteer efforts, and former PYA athletes Jennifer and Tim Langton, sister and brother (the first time in its history that two siblings will be inducted at the same time). These three individuals, each in their own way, have helped to continue to shape and grow the organization, which was founded in 1963.

Amy Nash has been a PYA board member for over seven years and quickly dove into leadership positions. Amy served as the PYA Vice President for four years, and has chaired the Hall of Fame Gala, Nominating, COVID Response, Softball Bash and Hoopfest committees. She is primarily known for her coaching, development, and growth of the Legends baseball travel program. From an administrative standpoint, she helped organize the multi-sport winter workout programs, developed PYA’s parental code of conduct, and provided recommendations for the Safety and Field committees. To add to her community service résumé, she served on the Daly Elementary School Home/ School Association Executive Board, as Weber Middle School Outreach Chair, and the Schreiber High School Vikings Baseball Booster Club.

amassing a total of 12 varsity letters in Soccer (three years), Cross Country (one year), Basketball (four years) and Lacrosse (four years). Jennifer was named All-County in lacrosse all four of those varsity years and was a fourtime high school All-American and a member of the USA National Team as well. She captained the lacrosse, basketball, and cross-country teams as a senior and was inducted into the Schreiber Athletics Hall of Fame in 2008. Moving on to the University of Virginia, she was named ACC Rookie of the Year for lacrosse. As a senior at UVA, she received the Betty and Money Yates Award in recognition of her leadership, service, and dedication to the women’s lacrosse program.

Jennifer Langton started her PYA athletic involvement as a lacrosse player in 1985, albeit with the boys program as there was not a girls program at that time. She also played in the PYA girls basketball program for four years. Her athletic accomplishment took off quickly as she entered Schreiber High School

Tim Langton stands out as a former PYA athlete as well. During the 1980s, he played both PYA football and lacrosse. Tim followed up both sports at Schreiber High School, with two years of varsity football, three years of varsity lacrosse (All-County as a junior and senior, playing on the 1990 county championship team as a sophomore, the county semifinals as a junior, and the finals as a senior in 1992), and two years on the varsity cross-country team. He went on to Towson State University in Baltimore, playing four years of varsity lacrosse, earning First Team All-American honors as a senior in 1996, which followed his winning the Towson/Joseph Ferrante Scholarship award as the outstanding junior on the team. He appeared in two NCAA tournaments while at Towson. Postcollege, he was the number one overall

Amy Nash Jennifer Langton

Tim Langton

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draft pick of the National Lacrosse League, chosen by the NY Saints professional indoor team in 1996. Tim also played on the NYAC Club Championship team in 1999. He was inducted into Towson’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 2008. In addition, he has given his time to PYA as a volunteer coach in its flag football program.

On the night of Friday, April 12, these new inductees will join 79 other Hall of

Fame members as past PYA honorees. The Gala will kick off with a cocktail hour at 7:30 p.m., and a buffet dinner from 8:45 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. There will be a silent auction, and a liquor ring toss too. The price is $185.00 per person (including open bar) in advance and is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. There are also several sponsorships available to fit all budgets. Please mark your calendars now and direct

Paul D. Schreiber High School Student-Athletes Sign Commitment Letters

Seven Paul D. Schreiber High School seniors have recently signed commitment letters to continue their playing careers at the next level.

• Joseph Apat for Mens Swimming at Dickinson College

• Bryson Bodner for Men’s Track & Field at SUNY Buffalo

• Mauricio Leiva for Men’s Soccer at SUNY Brockport

• Jeffrey Radinsky for Baseball at Case Western Reserve University

• Anna Woodside for Women’s Rowing at Boston University

• Estella Woodside for Women’s Rowing at Boston University

• Isabella Yardeni for Women’s Track & Field at Gettysburg College

Congratulations to Schreiber’s student-athletes!

—Information from the Port Washington Union Free School District (portnet.org)

any inquiries to 516-944-7921 or info@ pyasports.org. You can also visit the PYA website link at www.pyasports.org/gala for more information about the celebration, and to register to attend the event.

About the PYA

Port Washington Youth Activities (PYA) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) charitable organization formed to promote the exemplary development of local youth

through participation in sports. PYA teaches teamwork and individual responsibility in an atmosphere of respect and sportsmanship. While PYA places emphasis on the development of sports skills, its primary mission is to develop character and an understanding of how participation in sporting events can prepare one for success in all endeavors.

—Submitted by the PYA

From the left, top row: Bryson Bodner, Mauricio Leiva, Joseph Apat and Jeffrey Radinsky. From the left, bottom row: Estella Woodside, Isabella Yardeni and Anna Woodside (Photo from the Port Washington Union Free School District | portnet.org)

Port Washington Directory

THE GUIDE TO PORT WASHINGTON’S SCHOOLS, SERVICES AND GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

SCHOOLS

Paul D. Schreiber High School

101 Campus Dr. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-5800

www.portnet.org/schreiber

Carrie Palmer Weber Middle School

52 Campus Dr. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-5500

www.portnet.org/weber

John J. Daly Elementary School

36 Rockwood Ave. Port Washington, NY 11050

515-767-52000

www.portnet.org/daly

Guggenheim Elementary School

38 Poplar Pl. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-5250

www.portnet.org/ guggenheim

Manorhaven Elementary School

12 Morewood Oaks, Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-5300

www.portnet.org/manorhaven

John Phillip Sousa Elementary School

101 Sands Point Rd. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-5350

www.portnet.org/sousa

South Salem Elementary School

My Spectrum School

11 Sintsink Dr. E. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-883-8035

www.myspectrumschool.org

The Happy Montessori School of Port Washington

40 Pleasant Ave. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-883-1131

www.happymontessoriwixsite.com/website

LIBRARY

Port Washington Public Library

1 Library Dr. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-883-4400

www.pwpl.org

Director: Keith Klang

10 Newbury Rd. Port Washington, NY 11050

www.portnet.org/salem

Vincent Smith School

322 Port Washington Blvd. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-365-4900

www.vincentsmithschool.org

WATER DISTRICT

Port Washington Water District

38 Sandy Hollow Rd. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-0171

www.pwwd.org

Commissioners: David R. Brackett, Chairman; Peter Meyer, Secretary; Mindy Germain, Treasurer

Superintendent: Paul Prignano

CHAMBER

Port Washington Chamber of Commerce 329 Main St. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-883-6566

www.pwcoc.org

BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Greater Port Washington Business Improvement District

329 Main St. Port Washington, NY 11050 516-883-8890

www.portwashingtonbid.org

President: Donna Rice

Vice President: Halime Berkay

Treasurer: Annette Oestreich

Secretary: Nadine Delmonte

Executive Director: Holly Bryne

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Port Washington Fire Department

Port Washington Blvd. Port Washington, NY 11050 516-883-2200

www.pwfd.com

Chiefs:

Chief of Department: Matthew Kerin

1st Assistant Chief: Donald Reese

2nd Assistant Chief: Patrick Saccoccia

Board of Directors:

Chairman: Christopher M. Bollerman

Vice-Chairman: Michael Tedeschi

Treasurer: Scott R. Werner Jr.

Secretary: Robert J. Kropacek

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Port Washington Police Department

500 Port Washington Blvd. Port Washington, NY 11050 516-883-0500

VILLAGES/INCORPORATED VILLAGES

Baxter Estates

315 Main St. Port Washington, NY 11050

516-767-0096

www.baxterestates.org

Flower Hill

1 Bonnie Heights Rd. Manhasset, NY 11030 516-672-5000

www.villageflowerhill.org

Manorhaven 33 Manorhaven Blvd. Port Washington, NY 11050 516-883-7000

www.manorhaven.org

Port Washington North 3 Pleasant Ave. Port Washington, NY 11050 516-883-5900

www.portwashingtonnorth.org

Sands Point

26 Tibbits Ln. Sands Point, NY 11050 516-883-3044

www.sandspoint.org

Town of North Hempstead 220 Plandome Rd. Manhasset, NY 11030 516-869-6311

www.northhempstead.com

President: Debbie Greco Cohen

1st Vice President: Katherine Crean

2nd Vice President: Lisa Donatelli

3rd Vice President: Laurie Scheinman

Secretary: Drina Scheiber

Treasurer: Kathy Levinson

Executive Director: Roberta Polay

www.portwashingtonpd.ny.gov

Board of Police Commissioners:

Sean McCarthy

Angela Lawlor Mullins

JB Meyer

Sands Point Police Department

26 Tibbits Ln. Sands Point, NY 11050 516-883-3100

www.sandspointpolice.org

Chief of Department: Thomas Ruehle

Supervisor: Jennifer DeSena

Councilmembers:

District 1: Robert Troiano Jr.

District 2: Edward Scott

District 3: Dennis J. Walsh

District 4: Christine Liu

District 5: David A. Adhami

District 6: Mariann Dalimonte

Town Clerk: Ragini Srivastava

Receiver of Taxes: Mary Jo Collins

Douglas Elliman Real Estate takes immense pride in Maggie’s remarkable achievements year after year. As our consistent top producer for over a decade, Maggie’s dedication has made an indelible mark on our company and community. We are thrilled to honor Maggie’s ongoing success with sincere joy!

Maggie Keats, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

Recently Sold HOMES

This lovely expanded split level home with three bedrooms and many updates located at 1 Wood Ave. in Massapequa, in the Plainedge School District, sold on March 12 for $850,000. A major renovation was completed in 2006 to expand the third level to a large primary suite, a garage conversion to office space with separate entrance, an expanded den to great room with a gas fireplace, change to the main floor rooms to open concept, installed central air, new siding, a 30-year roof and Andersen windows. The front entry opens to a light and bright living room with wood floors open to the dining room with sliders to the backyard and patio area. Adjacent is the beautifully updated eat-in-kitchen with many special features including Kraftmaid cabinetry with custom drawers and organizers, silestone countertops, a new range with convection and air fryer setting, a peninsula with seating for four guests with additional storage space below, and radiant heating. The lower level offers a great room with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, slider to backyard patio and skylights. A pantry space, full bath and separate office space with outside entrance complete this floor. Upstairs are two large bedrooms with wood floors and newly renovated full hall bathroom. The large primary suite on the third level offers a large bedroom with sitting area, walk-in closet with organizer and updated ensuite bath with large stand up shower, two separate vanities and radiant heat. Storage space, laundry, utilities and ample additional space can be found in the basement. Additional features include: PVC fenced flat yard, 200 amp electric, oil heat recently serviced, hot water heater 2015, two pull down attic storage spaces, freshly painted rooms, a seven-zone in-ground sprinkler system, gas line in home by fireplace, paver front walkway with pvc railing, security system and more.

This prestigious Nassau Shores neighborhood home at 148 Nassau Rd. in Massapequa sold on March 12 for $1,029,500. It is a diamond-condition expanded colonial with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. It has an open floor plan and a detached garage. This home has a rare first floor layout and has possibility for a mother-daughter with proper permits. The main floor has a fabulous chef’s eat-inkitchen featuring custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a gas stove, a center island, granite countertops, a tumbled marble backsplash and a pantry closet. The king-sized second floor has a vaulted primary suite that has a recently updated full bathroom and walk-in closet. The home has gleaming stained oak floors, filtered water, an encapsulated crawlspace, some motorized

window treatments, gas hot water with three-zone heat, hi-hat lighting and crown molding. The home was expanded and updated between 2006 and 2021. The home does not require flood insurance. It is located within the award-winning school district of Massapequa and is truly one of a kind.

HOME & DESIGN

How To Get Rid Of Crabgrass

BY VALERIE SMITH specialsections@antonmediagroup.com

Weeds can be unsightly in an otherwise perfect, healthy lawn. Not only are they sometimes ugly, but they also compete with your lawn for space, sunlight, water and other nutrients! One of the most notorious weeds known for its difficulty to control is crabgrass. If you’re one of the unlucky homeowners who have crabgrass in their lawn—not to worry.

seed, prepare to begin fighting it again in warmer weather.

Appropriately named, crabgrass grows close to the ground and has branching stems resembling crab legs. Large crabgrass tends to have a dense coating of hair while smooth crabgrass does not. In smooth crabgrass, you can occasionally spot a pinkish red center where the grass is growing from.

Crabgrass (Sod Solutions)

Along with goosegrass, crabgrass is a pervasive weed found throughout the continental United States that many lawn owners struggle to control.

As an annual weed, crabgrass remains present in the landscape for one growing season, which usually begins in the late spring and early summer after the soil temperature has reached a temperature of 55 to 60 degrees for over five days.

Once the plants germinate, they will continue to grow until the days begin to shorten, causing them to enter a reproductive stage. During this time, plants produce seed (up to 150,000 per plant!) until the first frosts of the fall hit and knock them out.

Even if crabgrass isn’t visible in your lawn during the fall and winter, if the plant was able to set

If you’ve identified crabgrass early on and only a few weeds are present, it can be pulled by hand and may not grow back again. However, if crabgrass turns into a recurring problem or is too extensive to pull by hand, many chemical options serve as crabgrass killers. Some methods for controlling crabgrass are by using an herbicide.

Chemical control is often the best approach if crabgrass has spread throughout your lawn. As previously mentioned, crabgrass produces up to 150,000 seeds per plant, so chemical control may be more effective.

While there are many herbicide options available, they will typically fall under one of the following categories: pre-emergent herbicides and post-emergent herbicides. Both types are necessary for controlling crabgrass since it’s such a tricky weed.

—Valerie Smith is a content stragetist for Sod Solutions. growing from.

Homes shown here represent closed sales, sold by a variety of agencies and are selected for their interest to readers by the Anton Media Group editor.

Except where noted, data and photos are provided courtesy of Multiple Listing Service of Long Island, Inc. and Zillow.

Old Westbury Gardens Celebrates Landmark Anniversary Season

Since its inception 65 years ago, Old Westbury Gardens has captivated visitors with its rich history, stunning architecture, and enchanting gardens. This season, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating this milestone as we showcase the beauty and splendor that have defined Old Westbury Gardens for generations.

“As I begin my first full season leading Old Westbury Gardens, I am filled with anticipation for our opening,” said Maura Brush, President and CEO. “The winter months, during which we were closed, afforded us the opportunity to complete many restoration projects both inside Westbury House and in the gardens. Now, I am eager for our visitors to enjoy all that Old Westbury Gardens has to offer during our landmark anniversary year.”

Throughout the month of April, visitors can immerse themselves in a variety of fun-filled events and activities, including the season’s first Storybook Stroll (April 6), the 4-week Early Spring Tiny Gardeners program for children ages 2-3 (beginning April 8), Poetica Musica: A Thousand Years of French Music concert (April 13), and the always popular “Dog Days” weekend (April 20-21), just to name a few. From guided tours of the

historic home to a child/adult tea, a book signing and talk, and spring recess activities for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in April and throughout the entire season. Access our Calendar of Events for the latest information on upcoming events.

Old Westbury Gardens will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting Monday, April 1. Last entry for non-members is 4pm; last entry for members is 5 p.m. Last entry into Westbury House is 5:15pm. Ticket prices are as follows: Admission, $15; Ages 62 and older, $13; Full-time students with valid ID,

(Photo by Alex Nuñez)

COLUMNS

I Should Have Taken More Pictures

I am not entirely sure that there are not some photos circulating the universe that will definitely ruin my chances at ever being a politician in the future. But to be clear, I am thankful every day that social media and cellphones did not exist during my days on the high seas and that is all I will say about that.

Nostalgia is a curious emotion, weaving through the fabric of our memories, tugging gently at the threads of my past. It’s a bittersweet longing for moments of the past, a yearning to relive moments of my life that have quietly slipped away. Amidst nostalgic reverie, there’s a particular pang that often strikes—the realization that we should have taken more pictures.

I was just sharing some old photos from my deployments with a dear shipmate and we could not agree more, there should have been more pictures. At the time though, cameras were not allowed, both in the military spaces that we frequented nor while in uniform, not to mention, it just wasn’t plain cool, especially while operating at the business end of things.

In the digital age, where smartphones are ubiquitous extensions of our beings, capturing moments has become almost second nature, specially for me, a true photog at heart. In fact, I am sure I am pushing 11,000 photos on my own smartphone right now. Despite how easy it is to just snap a photo nowadays, there are still countless instances where I find myself disappointed about the scarcity of tangible memories. It’s in those moments of reflection that the weight of my oversight settles in, a gentle but persistent ache in my heart.

I have my memories though, revisiting cherished moments like scenes from a beloved film. There’s are the spontaneous trips to Tijuana with fellow crewmembers, the lazy summer afternoons spent lounging on Coronado or last-minute scuba diving excursions in Hanama Bay and in La Jolla, the impromptu dance parties in the barracks and in the ship’s berthing. Each memory is vivid, almost tangible in its clarity, yet tinged with a sense of regret for not having immortalized it in a photograph.

As I navigate my own nostalgia, grappling with the realization that I should have taken more pictures, let me also cherish the great memories of all of the best times and all of the best people during my Navy service. As the years pass, the edges of my recollections are blurring, leaving behind only snippets of the times that I hold dear. Memories have a funny way, sometimes.

$13; Children, ages 7 to 17, $8; Children, ages 6 and under, Free. Old Westbury Gardens is open daily except Tuesdays.

General admission tickets for the 2024 season are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.oldwestburygardens.org.

About Old Westbury Gardens

Built in 1906 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Old Westbury Gardens is the former home of John S. Phipps; his wife, Margarita Grace Phipps;

LONG ISLAND VETERANS

Christy Hinko

UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, April 1—Dress For Success clothing drive for veterans with Senator Steve Rhoads (www.rhoads. nysenate.gov for details)

Saturday, April 6—Long Island Warriors Hockey fundraiser from 7 to 11 p.m. at The Green Turtle, East Meadow

Sunday, April 7—Nassau County Firefighter’s 9th Annual Operation Wounded Warrior Tournament from noon at Levittown Lanes (56 Tanners Ln.)

Friday, April 12—Long Island Cares veterans resources fair and food distribution from 2 to 6 p.m. in Hauppauge S aturday, April 13— Bingo fundraiser from 6 p.m. at Joseph Loeffler American Legion Post 1006, Brentwood

Saturday, April 13— Garage sale fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with Blue Star Mothers at Marine Corps League, Massapequa

Sunday, April 14—Team Eva Marathon (www.goteameva.org for details)

Sunday, April 14—VFW District 11 Testimonial Dinner from 2 p.m. at Wade-Burns Post 7279 in Lindehurst

Saturday, April 20—Williston Auxiliary Unit 144 Chinese Auction from 2 p.m. at Williston Park American Legion (730 Willis Ave.)

Saturday, April 20—Vets’ legal assistance from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Hofstra Law Atrium, Hempstead

Satuturday, April 20—22 Push Up Challenge and Out of the Darkness walk from 9 a.m. at Suffolk Community College Ammerman Campus

Saturday, April 27— Country Western Dance Party from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Baldwin American Legion (2754 Grand Ave.)

Saturday, May 11—Post 94 Poker Run from 9 a.m. at American Legion Post 94 in Babylon

Saturday, May 18—Vet Fest resource sharing event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Farmingdale Village Green (361 Main St.)

–Christy Hinko is a managing editor at Anton Media Group and U.S. Navy veteran

and their children. Today, as a not-forprofit organization, Old Westbury Gardens welcomes visitors of all ages for a wide range of historical, cultural, artistic, educational, horticultural events, and more. Old Westbury Gardens seeks to inspire appreciation of the early 20th century American country estate through faithful preservation and interpretation of its landscape, gardens, architecture and collections. For more information, visit https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/

—Submitted by Old Westbury Gardens

The Five Steps to an Elder Law Estate Plan

Elder law estate planning provides for (1) your care in the event you become disabled as you age, and who will be in charge of that care, and (2) the passing of your assets on death to whom you want, when you want, the way you want, with the least amount of taxes and legal fees possible. These are the five steps to creating such a plan.

Step One: Understanding the Family Dynamics. Clients often overlook the inestimable value of getting to know the family dynamic. We are firm believers that the social goes first and the legal should serve the social. Too often it is the other way around. Once we understand who’s who and everyone’s interpersonal relations with each other, we are far better able to craft a plan that will work socially as well as legally. The failure to address the social aspects has led to many a plan tearing the family apart.

Step Two: Reviewing the Client’s Assets. IRA’s and other “qualified” assets (i.e. tax deferred) are treated quite differently, on death or disability, from “non-qualified” assets. The determination of the amount and value of all assets, who owns them, and whether they have named beneficiaries are of the utmost importance in planning correctly, including saving legal fees and taxes.

Step Three: Reviewing Existing Estate Planning Documents: Not having been prepared by an elder law estate planning attorney, clients’ documents rarely have adequate provisions to take advantage of the many benefits the law provides for our aging population. Wills instead of trusts have often been prepared either because the client was considerably younger and a trust was not needed or a trust was needed but the general practice lawyer was unfamiliar with the specifics of preparing a trust.

Step Four: Developing the Elder Law Estate Plan. We are now in a position to determine which persons are best suited to handle your legal, financial and medical affairs on disability or death, what type of plan should be used and how the estate should be distributed -- keeping in mind the preservation of harmony in the family.

Step Five: Executing and Maintaining the Plan. Legal documents are explained and executed, assets are retitled and beneficiaries on assets changed in keeping with planning objectives. The client is called in to the law firm every three years to ensure the plan meets the client’s current wishes and conforms with any law changes.

HOROSCOPES By Holiday

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This is a theme puzzle with the subject stated below. Find the listed words in the grid. (They may run in any direction always in a straight line. Some letters are used more than once.) Ring each word as you find it and when you have pleted the puzzle, there will be 20 letters left over. They spell out the alternative theme of the puzzle.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). ere’s work to be done, all of which counts toward your improvement. In the same way that lifting weights builds muscle mass, processing information builds intellectual capability. As for strength of character, that comes either through enduring hardship or via your e orts to help, elevate and celebrate others.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You see the deals to be made and are extremely adept at negotiating and sensing the bargain to be struck. But even as you maximize your prospects, you acknowledge the truth of the matter -- the best opportunities are never transactional, rather it’s what happens in the exchange of emotion that matters.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). In every ending is a new beginning. Even so, getting through the passage takes a lot of energy. Transitions can look deceptively easy from the outside, but they require a combination of surrender and strength that can be tricky to muster. Fuel yourself with the rest, nutrition and compassion to assist the best possible outcome.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’re learning! It is better to get these lessons early on in a process. When everything is new, you can be excused for not knowing. Also, gather up your rst impressions and keep track of them because they will be meaningful to you later and important to your education.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’d be perfectly happy to go along with things the way they are, but something is preventing you from doing so. It’s as though the universe just doesn’t like a particular direction for you and is steering you di erently. And though it may not be clear for several weeks, you can trust how these subtle nudges are shaping a beautiful future.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It takes a certain boldness to ask for what you want. Children often have the nerve before they’ve been discouraged or told it’s impolite. is week, you’ll overcome your reservations and speak up to express a desire. You also realize that everyone juggles their own obligations and commitments, so you release expectations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Sophistication allows you to simultaneously hold con icting facets of a situation within your being. For instance, you may doubt the correctness of a methodology and still respect the ones who follow it. You may carry out a tradition that, logically speaking, makes no sense. It is love that often makes such things possible.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). In the same way the wing of the bird evolved to launch into the wind, you are changing and growing to nd new ways to support yourself and get where you want to go. is week, it’s a matter of adjusting your position to nd the angles that will make use of resistance and turn it into lift.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). While it will be strategic to bring a friend or entourage to the occasion where others are doing the same, it will be equally helpful to venture out alone to key events. You’ll sense when it’s better for you to show up in the fullness of your individuality so you have exibility to move toward opportunity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Don’t use approval as a guidance system. Even at its best, from someone you admire, approval is still a eeting and precarious measure of success. Come up with your own measures by which to determine success -- principles that will not change according to things like mood or trends.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). To focus on what’s new, di erent or dangerous is a natural function of human thought that has kept the species alive for thousands of years. Even so, you’ll go deeper this week, be more aware of nuance and have the kind of insights about the mundane world that elevate your experience and contributions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ve lived your life as a passionate person. You’ve earned certain badges of emotional development. You’re not too worried about what will happen if you love too much, get hurt or appear foolish because you’ve been there so many times before and have felt the love, adventure and wonder that make a risk worthwhile.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

e year brings a pattern -- you grow and let go, grow and let go, becoming stronger and lighter at once. You have a timeless understanding of the complexities of life. Your wisdom extends beyond your years, and you’ll have a profound impact on others as you live and love to your own code. e relationships you nurture will be the start of a network that will sustain you and others for years. Fitness endeavors will build your mind and body simultaneously. Work with people of di erent generations will be ful lling.

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Ad hoc

Ad lib

Angst

Attache

Au fait

Au pair

Avant garde

Bravura

Clique

Czar

Double entendre

Elan

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En masse

En route

Ergo

Fatwa

In situ

In vitro

Faux pas

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Gemütlich

Gestalt

Gulag

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Guru

Halal

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Layette

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Pro bono

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appears to have two unassailable trump tricks, and defeat seems inevitable.

But faint heart ne’er won fair lady, so South continues on, hoping for a miracle. Abandoning further trump leads, he cashes four spade tricks, on which he discards two clubs as East follows suit throughout. Declarer next cashes the ace of clubs, bringing about this position:

North

♥ 10 3

♣ J 9

West East

Immaterial ♥ Q 9 8 7

South ♥ A J 6 4

Declarer now leads a club from dummy, and when East ruffs with the seven, South underruffs with the four! As a result, East must resign since he cannot win another trick no matter which heart he returns. One of his two “certain” trump tricks simply vanishes.

East

the Q-A and plays a third diamond, won by South with the jack.

The contract might seem ironclad to declarer at this point, but when he next leads a low trump to dummy’s king and West shows out, the prognosis changes drastically. East

You might say that declarer was lucky to find East with precisely four spades and a singleton club. However, this moderate amount of good fortune was more than offset by the 5-0 trump split and the fact that East also had the A-Q of diamonds sitting over dummy’s king. Then, too, South’s perseverance in the face of adversity had more than a little to do with the outcome.

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On March 18, Port Washington Volunteer Fire Department battled a working fire in a two story, multi-family dwelling on North Maryland Ave.

Just after 1:30 that morning the Port Washington Fire Department was alerted for smoke from a house with people trapped by an Uber eats delivery employee. Upon arrival the PWFD was faced with fire on the 1st and 2nd floors. Three hose lines were stretched and 2 were operated. Fire was knocked down and overhauled and primary and secondary searches were performed with negative results. The “trapped” occupants were in a 2nd floor apartment in the adjoining structure and were able to escape when the smoke detectors had woken them.

Fire Report

After all fire was extinguished it was determined that the house was vacant and undergoing renovations. It took an hour and a half to extinguish the fire. After investigation the cause appears to be accidental and non suspicious.

The Port Washington Fire Department was assisted at the scene by the Roslyn Highlands Volunteer Fire Co., Manhasset-Lakeville Volunteer Fire Department, and Plandome Fire Department.

The Great Neck Vigilant Fire Company and Albertson Fire Company stood by in town for any additional alarms. Standby units responded to an automatic fire alarm on Channel Drive which was a malfunction.

All personnel operated

CRIME & SAFETY

under the command of Matt Kerin, Chief of Department.

—From Port Washington Fire Department Facebook

On March 13, Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Company 2 was alerted to a report of a vehicle fire on Shelter Rock Road in Manhasset. While responding, the crews of E8725 and TL8720 were advised that police were on scene confirming a car fire. E8725 quickly arrived on scene and stretched the bumper line while the crew of TL8720 secured a hydrant.

—From Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department Company 2 Facebook

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filed udgment, Inde No. 00887 /2014 in the amount of 631,054.77 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System s COVID-1 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604

Tel.: 855-227-5072

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR CIM TRUST 2015-3AG MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 20153AG, Plaintiff AGAINST DOUGLAS HUGH SPADARO, CAROLE A. SCHMIDT-SPADARO, ET

AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 26, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 24, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 4 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE, PORT WASHINGTON, NY 11050. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Flower Hill, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 6, Block 5304, Lot 520. Appro imate amount of udgment 310,672.00 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold sub ect to provisions of filed Judgment Inde #000881/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-1 mitigation protocols and as such all persons

must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held Rain or Shine . John G. Kennedy, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 16-005470 7 766 4-17-10-3; 3-27-2024-4T#246810-PORT

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF APPEALS

INC. VILLAGE OF SANDS POINT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

THAT the Board of Appeals of the Incorporated Village of Sands Point will convene to hold a public hearing on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the evening at Village Hall, 26 Tibbits Lane Sands Point, NY 11050 on the following applications:

Continued Cases:

1) Application of Steven Vasilantonakis for a Site PlanReview Approval pursuant to Chapter 132-4(A)

(1) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to construct a new two-story single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool in the rear yard on property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 81 South Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 5, Block K, Lot 261 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

2) Application of Steven Vasilantonakis for a Fill Permit pursuant to Chapter 84 of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to remove 1,680 cubic yards and move 200 cubic yards of fill around the property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 81 South Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 5, Block K, Lot 261 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

3) Application of Steven Vasilantonakis for Variances pursuant to Chapter 176-18(A) of the Code of

the Village of Sands Point to construct a new two-story single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool in the rear yard resulting in a rear yard lot coverage of 20.42 , where 15 is the ma imum permitted, and to maintain an e isting tennis court in the side yard on property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 81 South Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 5, Block K, Lot 261 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

4) Application of Cornwells Beach Developers LLC for a Variance pursuant to Section 176-27(A)(2) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to maintain an e isting single-family, two-story dwelling with an attached garage that violates the side yard sky plane by 5 6 on property it owns in a Residence B District and located at 41 Cornwells Beach Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 4, Block C, Lot 653 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

New Cases:

5) Application of Shepherd Developers LLC for Site Plan Review Approval pursuant to Chapter 132-4(A) (1) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to construct a new two-story wood frame single-family dwelling with an attached 4 car garage and in-ground swimming pool on property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 4 Shepherds Lane, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 4, Block B, Lot 325 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

6) Application of Shepherd Developers LLC for a Fill Permit pursuant to Chapter 84 of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to remove 3, 00 cubic yards and to move 1,400 cubic yards of fill around the property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 4 Shepherds Lane, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 4, Block B, Lot 325 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

7) Application of Scott & Jessica Udell for Varianc-

es pursuant to Chapter 17627(A)(3) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to construct a new one-story addition in the rear yard resulting in a rear yard setback of 42 feet, where 50 feet is the minimum required, and to violate the rear yard sky plan by 10 3 on property owned by them in a Residence B District and located at 42 Cornwall Lane, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 4, Block F, Lot 71 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

8) Application of Matthew & Elizabeth Brod for Site PlanReview Approval pursuant to Chapter 132-4(A)

(1) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to construct a new single-family residence with an in-ground swimming pool on property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 21 Middle Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 5, Block 124, Lot 30 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

9) Application of Matthew & Elizabeth Brod for a Fill Permit pursuant to Chapter 84 of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to move 815 cubic yards and place 375 cubic yards of fill around the property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 21 Middle Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 5, Block 124, Lot 30 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

10) Application of Matthew & Elizabeth Brod for a Variance pursuant to Chapter 176-27(A)(2) of the Code of the Village of Sands Point to violate the side yard sky plane by 7 3 on property owned by them in a Residence A District and located at 21 Middle Road, Sands Point, New York 11050, also known as Section 5, Block 124, Lot 30 on the Nassau County Land and Ta Map.

The application(s), plan(s), and specification(s) are on file at the Office of the Village Clerk, 26 Tibbits Lane, Sands Point. At said time and place of Hearing as aforesaid stated all persons who wish to be heard will be heard.

BY ORDER OF THE

BOARD OF APPEALS

F. WILLIAM SCHMERGEL, CHAIRMAN LIZ GAYNOR, VILLAGE CLERK 3-27-2024-1T-#246 44PORT

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF HEARING

Town of North Hempstead Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission Notice is hereby given that a public meeting of the Historic Landmarks Preservation Commission will be held on Thursday, April, 11 2024 at 7:00 PM at Town Hall, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset. For more information, contact landmarks northhempsteadny.gov or 516-866311

The Commission will consider the following application: Certificate of Appropriateness at 232 Main Street,

Port Washington (Section 5, Block 36, Lot 204) to install rooftop HVAC equipment and all necessary support structures.

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC HEARING

VILLAGE OF FLOWER HILL –BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Incorporated Village of Flower Hill will hold the Annual Village Organizational Meeting, Regular Meeting and the following public hearings on Monday, April 1, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 1 Bonnie Heights Road, Manhasset, NY:

1. Proposed Local Law A-2024 Amending Chapter 11 -2(H) Fences ,

2. Proposed Local Law B-2024 Replacing Chapter 21 Trees

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3. Proposed Local Law C-2024 Amend Fee Schedule

4. 2024-25 Budget HearingResolution to adopt budget

5. Planning Board Application Hearing - Application of Mr. & Mrs. S. Wede, 75 Birch Lane, seeking a lot line adustment

This meeting is open to the public. Persons who may suffer from a disability which would prevent them from participating in said hearing should notify Ronnie Shatzkamer, Village Clerk, at (516) 627-5000 in sufficient time to permit such arrangements to be made to enable such persons to participate in said hearing.

By Order of the Board of Trustees

Ronnie Shatzkamer, Village Administrator

Flower Hill, New York

Dated: March 27, 2024

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A two-story multi-family dwelling caught fire March 18 in Port Washington. (Photo from PWFD Facebook)

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Port Washington School District Hosts Unforgettable District Band Spectacular

The Port Washington School District proudly presented the District Band Spectacular on Wednesday, March 13, captivating the audience at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts with an evening of remarkable musical prowess and talent. Under the baton of guest conductor Mr. Richard F. Regan, the event showcased the remarkable musical achievements of students from the combined elementary schools, Carrie P. Weber Middle School, and Paul D. Schreiber High School. The performance was a testament to the dedication and hard work of these budding musicians, featuring a diverse selection of pieces

ranging from “Furioso” by Robert W. Smith to “Skygazer Fanfare” by Randall Standridge.

Richard F. Regan, the Guest Conductor for the evening, brought his unparalleled expertise to the stage, drawing from his illustrious 20-season tenure as Music Director and Principal Conductor of The New York Wind Symphony. Renowned for his commitment to music education, Mr. Regan has garnered numerous accolades, including the William D. Revelli Award and the Helen M. Hosmer Excellence in Music Teaching Award.

“I am thrilled that our students can perform for students and families from all schools in the district. To do so in a

World-Class performance venue like Tilles Center for the Performing Arts under a wonderful guest conductor is icing on the cake!” said Kevin Scully, Port Washington School District’s Director of Creative Arts. The District Band Spectacular was made possible through the generous support of co-sponsors The Ed. Foundation and Helping Enrich the Arts in Port Washington (HEARTS), highlighting the community’s commitment to fostering excellence in arts education.

—Submitted by the Port Washington Union Free School District

From the left: Dr. Sheri Suzzan, HEARTS Co-Founder; Kevin Scully, PWSD Director of Creative Arts; Susan Hershkowitz, President of Ed. Foundation; and Lauren Edwards, Executive Vice Preisdent of Ed. Foundation (Photos from the Port Washington Union Free School District)

From The Desk Of Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte: Stop The Partisan Bickering And Get On With The People’s Business

At the March 5, 2024, Town Board meeting I offered a resolution to install oyster gardens at Town Dock, in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County, to help demonstrate to residents and organizations with docks how they can also get involved to help improve the water quality of Manhasset Bay. The resolution passed unanimously with bipartisan support. Yet despite their favorable votes, Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and Councilman Dennis Walsh then complained I did not do enough to work with the Supervisor and her administration. This was not the first time the two of them have publicly scolded me about how hard I work for the residents of District 6. But now is the time that I set the record straight about just how difficult it is to work with an administration more interested in partisan bickering than actually working together to conduct the people’s business.

A few examples of the working environment (or lack thereof) at Town Hall:

1. In January 2022, I emailed Supervisor DeSena a detailed

list of twenty-six issues I was actively working on in District 6, and I invited her to discuss any of them with me at any time that was convenient for her. It’s now been over two years, some twenty-seven months, and I have yet to receive any acknowledgment from the Supervisor regarding any of those issues.

2. As elected officials, every Council Member may add items to the Town Board agenda using a program called Novus

Agenda. Many items placed on the agenda are repeated and simply updated from past years. For this reason, it is helpful for Council Members and their Legislative Aides to be able to see past items when attempting to add new and similar items to the agenda. For months I have been asking the Supervisor and her administration to update Novus Agenda so that every Council Member and Aide have the ability to see past agenda items. For months this request has gone unanswered.

3. Each spring when boats are taken out of winter storage their protective shrink wrapping is removed. This plastic shrink wrapping is recyclable. Last year local boaters deposited over three tons of shrink wrap into dumpsters at Manorhaven Beach Park for recycling. I contacted the Supervisor and her office about coordinating the shrink wrap recycling effort again this year. While I am still waiting for a response, I am determined to move forward with this incredible program which was so successful last year.

4. Years ago residents were able to swim at Manorhaven Beach. I have asked the Supervisor to meet with me to explore the feasibility of reopening Manorhaven Beach for swimming. Then I asked her again. And again. And then again. Four meeting requests on this topic alone have gone completely unanswered.

5. Most recently, Supervisor DeSena and I were invited to an official meeting with the Port Washington Police District to discuss their recent purchase of the Knowles Funeral Home property for their new headquarters. I was shocked, though hardly surprised, to learn that Supervisor DeSena asked that I be disinvited from this important meeting affecting the district and residents I represent. When I asked Supervisor DeSena about this she responded that she is entitled to her own meeting without me present. Not only is this wrong, but it could also cost the taxpayers more money for the Police District’s attorney to be present for two meetings as opposed to one.

‘The Future Is Girl’ Empowerment Event At “Yes We Can” Community Center

During public comment at nearly every Town Board meeting for the last year or so a resident has approached the microphone to say that their emails and phone calls to the Supervisor and her office have not been returned or addressed. Based on my own experiences trying to work with the Supervisor’s office I believe what these residents are saying is true. This is shameful and not how good government works.

Several times during Town Board meetings the Supervisor has publicly accused me of not working with or informing her about issues I am working on, when the reality is that she does not respond to my meeting requests and actively cuts me out of important meetings affecting my district. She can’t have it both ways and this petty political game she is playing needs to stop, for all our constituents’ sake. I will always remain willing to work with Supervisor DeSena on anything which improves the quality of life for the residents of District 6 and the Town of North Hempstead.

—Submitted by Counciloman Mariann Dalimonte

Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena recently participated in ‘The Future is Girl’ empowerment event at the “Yes We Can” Community Center on Friday, March 15. Supervisor DeSena was one of seven panelists that spoke to an auditorium

of young women about issues including self-esteem, positive self-talk, peer pressure, and leadership skills.

“Part of our jobs as women is to help shape the minds of the younger women who will follow in our footsteps,” DeSena said. “I’m

grateful to the Yes We Can Community Center for this opportunity and equally appreciative of my fellow panelists for sharing their stories. We each have valuable personal experiences that can help these girls break barriers and achieve their goals.”

Other panelists included Tyronza Murray, Executive Director of the “Yes We Can” Community Center; Robin Bolling, President of the NAACP Westbury/New Cassel Chapter; Michele Capizzuto, an NYPD Police Officer; Michelle Mallay, an expert on early child-

hood development; Hollyann Anglin, School Counselor in the East Meadow School District; and Ashley Santana, Executive Manager of Human Resources at Target.

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte (Contributed photo)

From the left: Ashely Santana, NYPD Officer Michele Capizzuto and her K9, Yogi, North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Robin Bolling, Tyronza Murray, Hollyann Anglin, and Michelle Mallay.

‘The Future is Girl’ Empowerment Event (Contributed photo)

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rt, such as sculptures and paintings, has always been viewed and appreciated in galleries or museums. Today, viewers are not just looking at the art but are being a part of the art.

Immersive experiences can vary in the medium. However, some of the most popular are digital art projected all around the viewer. They also vary in theme, as some take on the classic art of Vincent van Gogh or Claude Monet. Others, such as New York City art center INTER_, encourage interacting with the art.

“We have a digital projection show and a big dome and, unlike other places where you’d just sit on the floor and watch it, we actually have tracking technology so that you can interact with the show,” explained Ryan Nelson, the co-founder of INTER_. “The walls react to your presence, and you’re basically helping to shape the show that everybody else is seeing.”

currently partnering with some weavers to create an immersive net that incorporates a sacred geometry pattern in the netting and a hanging light garden underneath. So this upcoming exhibit will be one of a kind and bring the interactive nature of INTER_ to the next level.”

The mission of INTER_, Jones said, is to spark joy and interconnection through “INTERmersive,” or immersive, experiences.

At ARTECHOUSE NYC, Afrocentricity and Afrofuterism are explored in their latest exhibit.

The exhibition, according to ARTECHOUSE NYC’s press release, features the work of Londonbased Afro-surrealist digital artist Vince Fraser along with evocative poetry by Ursula Rucker. It aims to honor the legacy, struggles, and complexities of the Black experience with creativity, courage, and imagination.

INTER_ Creative Director Stanton Jones, who has been working with interactive and immersive art experiences since 2017, explained that creating an INTER_ exhibit involves meticulous planning and innovative technology.

“I collaborate with our broader team to help develop and fine-tune the concept, which is then brought to light by technologists, artists, fabricators,” Jones said. “For example, INTER_ is

IMMERSED IN ART

Immersive experiences increase in popularity

The centerpiece of the exhibition, Vision of the Black Experience, features seamless megapixel count projections with Hyperreal sound technology in a four-part journey. The exhibition also includes interactive auxiliary galleries exploring themes of rebirth, community and spiritual connection.

Josh Feldman, ARTECHOUSE’s director of marketing and sales, explained that the exhibits are really cinematic experiences.

“The stories that we’re telling have an arc to it, but it’s a non-linear story because you’re encouraged to go into the side galleries or explore

an interactive installation or get a drink at the bar and zig and zag between the experience,” Feldman said, later adding “In addition to that storytelling element, we hope that we’re educating, inspiring and empowering visitors of all ages, that this is the future of creativity.”

Many viewers enjoy using the immersive exhibits as a backdrop for photos they take of themselves, in a sense becoming the art.

“I think the movement primarily stems from the rise of social media,” Jones said. “It kind of parallels that and the desire to share aesthetically pleasing photos within dynamic, conceptual environments.”

Jones continued to explain that the trend of taking photos in these types of environments can be seen worldwide.

“There are projections on the wall, to more tactile, interactive engagements,” Jones said.

It could also be the case that some people are searching for new experiences after COVID shutdowns.

“Coming out of COVID we saw it was even more important to give people a reason to try to come together and really foster a sense of INTERconnection, and to be a place where we can spark a little joy in people’s lives,” Nelson said.

Feldman explained that the ARTECHOUSE team wants guests to be exposed to 21st-century tools like artificial intelligence.

“We want to send visitors off to far-off places,” Feldman said. “Visitors are looking for what’s next.”

(Photo courtesy INTER_)

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