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North Hempstead Approves Budget For 2024 JULIE PRISCO & AMANDA OLSEN jprisco@antonmediagroup.com aolsen@antonmediagroup.com

espite the Town of North Hempstead’s budget vote delays, the town has approved the 2024 budget of $163.9 Million at the Tuesday, Nov. 14 board meeting. The town board was initially set to vote on the budget at a special meeting on Thursday, Nov. 2. The meeting was adjourned after it was revealed that an incorrect document containing budget amendments had been presented to the public the night before the meeting. The incorrect document was replaced with the corrected document that contained material changes on the morning of the meeting, resulting in a violation of the State’s legal requirements necessitating 24 hours of advanced notice. While an error like this so close to election day raised suspicions, it appears to have been an honest mistake. The team working on the budget had been working hard for months to assemble the documents. When four amendments with updates and corrections needed to be added, the team sent out those documents to the town board staff days before the meeting and posted them online for the public to view before the 24 hours of advanced notice. Unfortunately, on the morning of the meeting, the team realized the wrong documents had been posted and quickly posted the corrected version. The board made the difficult yet correct choice to table the rest of the items on the meeting agenda and reconvene at a later date to follow the 24-hour advanced notice requirement. “Even if it was a penny, I personally do not feel comfortable. So I don’t want to vote on it tonight,” said Councilmember Mariann Dalimonte. “[The team] has been working very hard on this budget. We’ll figure out what we need to do,” said Councilmember Veronica Lurvey. It’s been a long-standing tradition to vote on the budget before Election Day in the Town of North Hempstead. To try and keep with the town’s tradition, the board tried to find a day between Nov. 2 and Nov. 7 that would allow the 24 hours of advanced notice for the public to view the correct documents while also picking a day that the entire board would be in attendance. In a press release from Councilmember Lurvey, she said, “This unforeseen turn of events has understandably caused frustra-

2024 Tentative General Fund Budget Operating Expenses (Graph from the Town of North Hempstead 2024 Tentative Budget)

tion and concern among board members and residents, who were eagerly awaiting the resolution of the budget matters. The town board has taken swift action to rectify the situation and ensure that the budget process is conducted with transparency and in adherence to the State’s legal regulations.” Supervisor Jennifer DeSena picked Monday, Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. to host the budget meeting. Due to Councilmember Robert Troiano’s position on the Nassau County Board of Elections, this day didn’t work for him and he was unable to attend. “I believe it is imperative that all Councilmembers be present for this hearing,” said Councilmember Peter Zuckerman. Councilmembers Zuckerman, Lurvey and Dalimonte chose to abstain from the vote due to all board members not being present. Councilmembers Dennis Walsh and David Adhami and Supervisor DeSena voted aye. “What we do here, voting on the town board, is probably the most important thing we do here as board members,” said Supervisor DeSena. “We’re all here, we all made adjustments to our schedules because it has been the tradition of this town for I believe ten years, that we vote on the budget before election day so the residents know where we stand on the budget.” Due to differing opinions between the present board members, the meeting was adjourned abruptly after eight minutes and the budget was not voted on. The town board was forced to make the tough decision to vote on the budget after Election Day, breaking a long-standing tradition of voting on it before Election Day.

At the Tuesday, Nov. 14 board meeting the tabled budget items were voted on and passed. Although Councilmember Trioano was not present for that meeting either, the budget was due soon, and the town board made the decision to pass the budget. Supervisor DeSena assured that all the previous updates and corrections were officially added to the budget at the Nov. 14 meeting now that they had been available for residents to view well over the 24 hours of advanced notice requirement. Councilmember Lurvey’s press release stated, “Despite this setback, the Democratic members of the Town Board have successfully restored crucial Quality of Life amendments that had been previously removed by the Supervisor, which include

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funding for road repaving, sidewalk repairs, tree maintenance, and the continuation of the Manhasset Bay oyster project. These measures underscore their commitment to the betterment of the community and the enhancement of its residents’ living standards.” After the budget vote, Supervisor DeSena provided Anton Media Group with the following statement, “Upon taking office, I made a promise to the residents of North Hempstead that I would immediately get to work putting taxpayers first and make Town government more accountable to its residents. During my first term, I have delivered on a good government agenda that has provided taxpayer relief, enhanced quality of life and public safety, investments in infrastructure, newly instituted municipal reforms, and boosted government transparency measures. Now that we have officially passed the 2024 budget, I am very proud that my administration has cut taxes for the second year in a row, delivering millions of dollars more in relief for the taxpayers of North Hempstead.” According to the tentative budget, it allocates $91.9 million to the General Fund. The General Fund is the town’s principal operating fund. The revenues and expenses for departments whose operations service all town residents, both within the Incorporated Villages and the unincorporated areas, are recorded in the General Fund. A press release from Supervisor DeSena states that the 2024 tentative budget will cut town taxes by 10 percent. “In addition to cutting taxes, due to smart and efficient management of Town finances, DeSena announced that her administration is projecting to end the year with a nearly $2 million surplus.” To view the Town of North Hempstead’s 2024 tentative budget, visit northhempsteadny.gov/tonh-budgets

The Town of North Hempstead Nov. 14 board meeting (Screengrab from the Town of North Hempstead board meeting archives)

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NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS North High Expresses Support for Farmingdale Through Art In the wake of the recent tragic events affecting Farmingdale High School, the North High School Fine Arts Department created an artwork to express the support of the entire North High community. North High art teacher Christine Hakanjin created the design of a large heart and invited members of the North High family to contribute their fingerprints. “Fingerprints are extremely personal, creating a powerful message of unity,” explains Mrs. Hakanjin. Hundreds of students and staff members added their fingerprints in different shades of green to showcase the Farmingdale colors. The final artwork was signed with the words “Dalers in our hearts,” along with a ribbon combining the school district colors for Great Neck and Farmingdale. The completed artwork was

—Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and Councilmember Veronica Lurvey were proud to unveil a new honorary street sign for Minnie D. Carpenter on Oct. 15. The new “Minnie Way” street sign, which stands on High Street by the Manhasset/Great

Neck EOC, is in honor of Minnie, who served the Manhasset community for six decades. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church and dedicated contributor to the NAACP. —Submitted by the Town of North Hempstead

From the left: Farmingdale Assistant Superintendent Dr. Samuel Thompson, North High Principal Dr. Dan Holtzman, North High art teacher Christine Hakanjin, and Farmingdale Director of Fine and Performing Arts Greg Warnokowski. Hundreds of North High students and staff members contributed their fingerprints to the artwork to express their support for the Farmingdale school community. (Contributed photo)

framed and presented by North High Principal Dr. Dan Holtzman and Mrs. Hakanjin to Farmingdale Assistant Superintendent Dr. Samuel Thompson and Director

of Fine and Performing Arts Greg Warnokowski during a visit to North High on Oct. 13. —Submitted by the Great Neck Public Schools District

Crafting “Blankets of Love” The North Hempstead Project Independence “Blankets of Love” group was hard at work making and donating blankets to those in need this year. “Blankets of Love” was created by Project Independence members as a social group, allowing senior residents in the community to come together and work in a collaborative manner on meaningful and rewarding projects. The group recently created and donated baby blankets and hats for the Town’s Perinatal and Infant Donation Drive and for the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. This year, the “Blankets of Love” group knitted 131 blankets, 64 hats, and 15 shawls which were donated to organizations across Long Island. “Blankets of Love” currently meets on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Clinton G. Martin Park. For more information on the program, please call 516-869-6311.

Town Officials Unveil Street Sign Honoring Minnie D. Carpenter

“Blankets of Love” members create blankets and hats to be donated to the Town’s Perinatal and Infant Donation Drive.

“Blankets of Love” members create blankets for veterans at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. (Contributed photos)

Family and friends gather as the Town of North Hempstead unveils the new Minnie Way street sign. (Contributed photo)

Great Neck Library Election Results At the end of October, the Great Neck Public Library hosted elections for one spot on the Board of Trustees and two positions in the Nominating Committee. Below are the results, courtesy of the Great Neck Public Library website: Board of Trustees: Four-year term ending January 2028 to fill the seat currently held by Scott Sontag. Chayim Mahgerefteh (Independent Candidate) 1,188 votes Aliza Reicher (Independent Candidate) 481 Votes Scott Sontag (Independent Candidate) 478 votes Sara Rivka Khodadadian (Independent Candidate) 105 votes Emil Hakimi (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Nominating Committee: Threeyear term ending January 2027 to fill the seat currently held by Marietta DiCamillo. Daniel Pitt Stoller (Independent Candidate) 1,128 Votes Emil Hakimi (Write-In Candidate) 143 votes Guy Vegon (Write-In Candidate) 13 votes Chayim Mahgerefteh (Write-In Candidate) 9 votes Sara Rivka Khodadadian (WriteIn Candidate) 2 votes Michael Livi (Write-In Candidate) 2 votes Mike Polinski (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote David Zielenziger (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote

Doron Hakimian (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote R. Abraham Roban (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Fred Vassali (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote To fill the seat currently held by Marianna Wohlgemuth. Joanna Stolove (Independent Candidate) 1,117 Votes Guy Vegon (Write-In Candidate) 149 votes Emil Hakimi (Write-In Candidate) 14 votes Chayim Mahgerefteh (Write-In Candidate) 6 votes Marietta DiCamillo (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Anthony Depasque (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Merhan Hakimian (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Yosef Nassimi (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Aliza Reicher (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote R. Abraham Roban (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Rebecca Sassouni (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Fred Vassali (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Jon Zar (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote David Zielenziger (Write-In Candidate) 1 vote Visit greatnecklibrary.org for more information. —Information compiled by Julie Prisco

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THURSDAY, NOV. 23

Unlocking AI’s Potential 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. (Great Neck Main Library, Community Room) Unlocking AI’s Potential: ChatGPT, Image Creators, and You. For adult and teens. Discover how these cutting-edge tools can enhance your personal and professional projects. From generating written content to creating stunning visual art, we’ll showcase real-world applications that can empower your creativity and help with your productivity and life goals.Registration is welcomed but not Required. Walk-ins are welcome. Visit greatnecklibrary.org for more information.

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Performance Poets Association 1 p.m.-3 p.m. (Great Neck Main Library, Community Room) Performance Poets Association hosted by George Pafitis. Join us for readings from the Performance Poets Association, and share your own poetry as well. No registration required. Visit greatnecklibrary.org for more infomration.

SUNDAY, NOV. 26

Great Neck Farmers Market 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Great Neck House) Deep Roots Farmers Market, in collaboration with the Great Neck Park District. Twenty-plus vendors featuring locally grown vegetables, fresh baked breads and sweets, artisan cheeses, fresh seafood, honey, prepared foods, jams, coffees, and much more. Weekly guest art and craft vendors. Social media: @greatneckfarmersmarket | www.deeprootsfarmersmarket.com November Nature Scavenger Hunt 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (Great Neck Main Library, Children’s Room) For children in pre-

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school to fifth grade. Explore the great outdoors with a fun scavenger hunt. Visit greatnecklibrary.org to access the self-guided scavenger hunt or stop by the library to pick up a copy. Bring the completed sheet to the Main Building for a participation prize any time in November. No registration required.

TUESDAY, NOV. 28

World in Depth 1 p.m. (Great Neck Social Center) Talk

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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 29

Project Independence: Bridge 10 a.m.-12 p.m. (“Yes We Can” Community Center, 141 Garden St., Westbury) Town of North Hempstead’s Project Independence

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Solarplate and Printmaking Workshop 12 p.m.-4 p.m. (Gold Coast Arts Center, 113 Middle Neck Rd.) In this workshop you will have the opportunity to do ‘multiple’ impressions with a simple approach without the use of acids, solvents and hazardous materials, hosted by Dan Welden. Dan teaches this easy process with ‘originality’ in mind for participants to work spontaneously and directly. No experience in printmaking is required. Visit goldcoastarts.org to register.

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governors to the White House. In 1919, he petitioned the state of Washington to designate the fourth Saturday in September as

an “Indian holiday.” Also in 1915, the Congress of the American Indian Association, meeting in Lawrence, Kansas, directed its President, the Reverend Sherman Coolidge, an Arapaho minister, to call upon the nation to observe a day for American Indians. On September 18, 1915, he issued a proclamation declaring the second Saturday of each May as “American Indian Day” and appealing for U.S. citizenship for American Indians. In 1924, Congress enacted the Indian Citizenship Act, extending citizenship to all U.S.-born American Indians not already covered by treaties or other federal agreements that granted such status. The act was later amended to include Alaska Natives. The first American Indian Day in a state was declared on the second Saturday in May 1916 by Charles S. Whitman, then governor of New York.

Several states celebrate on the fourth Friday in September. In Illinois, for example, legislators enacted such a day in 1919. Columbus Day has now been federally recognized as Indigenous People’s Day. In 1990 President George H. W. Bush approved a joint resolution designating November 1990 “National American Indian Heritage Month.” Similar proclamations, under variants on the name (including “Native American Heritage Month” and “National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month”) have been issued each year since 1994. So, what is an appropriate way to recognize Native American Heritage Month? Marisa Page at FirstNations.org states that “In November and all year, (a) way to make a difference for Native communities is to recognize the myths and misconceptions surrounding Native Americans and take active steps to gain a more

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Heritage Month accurate understanding and share that truth with others.” “By recognizing these existing narratives, people can enact strategies to shift these beliefs in everything from how stories are told and how people are portrayed, to how children are taught and how decision-makers are informed. The result: Greater social justice and increased collaboration with Native American peoples in all aspects of society.” As we gather at the end of this month, consider reflecting on these 10 directives from FirstNations.org that are often referenced in Native American works as commandments or actions to guide behavior: • Treat the Earth and all that dwell therein with respect • Remain close to the Great Spirit • Show great respect for your fellow beings • Work together for the benefit of all Mankind • Give assistance and kindness

wherever needed • Do what you know to be right • Look after the well-being of Mind and Body • Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater Good • Be truthful and honest at all times • Take full responsibility for your actions. (Editor’s Note: In researching this article about Native American Heritage Month, it is worth noting that I scrolled through many Google results before I found one that wasn’t a .gov website. The US government seems invested in promoting this as a “traditional” time to learn about, and celebrate with, Native peoples. However, many of those people view this as a traumatic time of year.)

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Thanksgiving is a time for celebration and togetherness, but the approaching

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ith the risks posed by the COVID-cold-flu season and the typical hazards associated with holiday festivities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving should be your top priority,” says Dr. Michael Green, associate medical director at Northwell HealthGoHealth Urgent Care. Dr. Green shared his top tips so you can enjoy your holiday while also staying safe. Here are the top six recommendations:

Treating a cooking burn:

Cooking-related house fires reach an all-time high on Thanksgiving Day. The risk of a fire seems dangerous enough, but the holiday also offers plenty of opportunities to burn yourself. So how do you assess and treat a burn? First, run the burned area under lukewarm or cool water (not icy cold, as this can cause more damage) for 10 to 15 minutes, and then check the burn for size and color. Most cooking-related burns can be treated with soothing creams like aloe and over-the-counter pain medications. But immediate medical care should be sought for burns larger than 1-2 inches, those in a really sensitive area, or charred

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Don’t rinse a raw turkey:

Many people think rinsing a turkey before they cook it will wash away harmful bacteria that poultry can contain. However, this practice causes bacteria-containing droplets to splash across the sink, cooking surfaces, utensils, and nearby food, contaminating the entire kitchen. Instead, pat your turkey with a paper towel before cooking, and then wash your hands with soap and water.

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la and Clostridium perfingens – the so-called “buffet germ” that grows at room temperature – will give you tummy trouble. Cook your turkey and stuffing to at least 1650 F and keep food at 1400 or warmer or 400 or cooler if it’s not being eaten right away. Consider making your stuffing outside the bird for an even safer option. If you suspect food poisoning, drink lots of fluids, including electrolytes.

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holiday also comes with potential hazards the kitchen. Protect your fingers by using sharp knives, as dull blades require more pressure to cut. Curl your fingers and cut away from your body when trimming or deboning. Keep your knives off counters and out of sinks by washing and storing them immediately.

Sick-season protocols:

Health professionals expect an uptick in cases of COVID-19, influenza, and the common cold this holiday season. Consider putting protocols in place such as checking COVID and flu vaccine statuses. You can also request guests take rapid COVID-19 tests in advance of attendance. If your group has any high-risk individuals, you can consider even more rigorous testing protocols like PCR tests available at Northwell Health-GoHealth centers. Ask guests to screen themselves for any cold, flu or COVID symptoms and stay home even if symptoms are mild. Remind your guests to practice safe hygiene by washing their hands regularly. The rule always bears repeating: wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before and after touching your eyes, nose or mouth, prepping food, eating a meal, and using the restroom.

Prep before you play:

An afternoon of backyard football is a common Thanksgiving tradition. As a result, health professionals see an uptick in pulled muscles, sprained ankles, and broken bones. The best defenses are to exercise regularly throughout the year, avoid alcohol before the game, and stretch and warm up your body before engaging in intense play. Strains and sprains are the types of injuries better seen at Northwell HealthGoHealth than at your ER. “This Thanksgiving, let’s come together to celebrate safely and responsibly,” said Dr. Green. “But unexpected injuries happen, which is why our centers remain open on holidays.” If you do experience a Thanksgiving injury, some of our centers will stay open till 8pm on Thanksgiving to accommodate patients. Northwell Health-GoHealth operates 59 conveniently located centers across New York so you don’t have to travel far to be seen by a great provider if an illness or injury does occur. Because Northwell Health-GoHealth is integrated with Northwell Health, referrals to specialists are seamless when necessary. For more information, visit https://www.gohealthuc.com/northwell. —Submitted by Northwell Health

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Somehow We Consumers Can’t Get A Break I love old movies. Currently Hollywood produces a few good ones, but they don’t compare to the Burt Lancaster, Gary Cooper, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn or Jack Nicholson performances. Three recent developments in the business world made me think about Kirk Douglas when he performed in the Oliver Stone movie Wall Street. His most quotable scene was the one in which he told his breathless audience that “greed is good.” No matter what you do in your daily life you are the victim of corporate greed. Let’s start with the pharmacy industry. At this very moment the industry is battling efforts by the Biden administration to lower the cost of various prescription drugs. The president had great success in dramatically reducing the cost of

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insulin for diabetics which impacts over ten million people, who are desperately in need of this drug. I could single out dozens of other medications that are dramatically overpriced.

In our country’s history, there has never been a strike by pharmacy workers, but there will be one in the very near future. In an effort to cut costs and make bigger profits, pharmacy companies are failing to hire enough staff to adequately help the public. The suburbs may be luckier, but pharmacies in big cities are understaffed and under great pressure to provide prescription services. Rather than hire more staff, the big companies are suggesting that employees stop answering telephone calls so they can get prescriptions filled. My next big peeve is the airline industry. I recently flew to and back from Austin, Texas after attending a family event. I was amazed how uncomfortable it was for the average coach passenger. The airlines have taken away any available legroom and replaced

them with seating that is unbearable. There was no Wi-Fi available to keep you distracted from your misery, even though it was announced that Wi-Fi would be free. The good news was that you were eligible for a free package of pretzels and either a soft drink or a cup of water. Moving away from the airlines, the next place where the consumer gets ripped off is at the supermarkets. The spike in costs started during the pandemic and continues to this day. Major food companies are declaring record profits based on overly inflated food prices. The average citizen blames it on the politicians, but the real culprits are the big corporations that have a captive customer. Kirk Douglas told us that “greed is good”, but the average consumer will strongly disagree.

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Another Year of Giving Thanks Growing up as a kid in an Italian family, every Thanksgiving landed us at Grandma’s house surrounded by Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. Traditional Italian Thanksgiving feasts included courses of antipasto, lasagna, and turkey soup before the actual turkey. There was a football game, breaks between courses for Uncles to nap, and turkey sandwiches to be had after rounds of fruit platters, nuts, coffee, and Italian pastries. As my generation of Baby Boomers aged and began hosting our own Thanksgiving celebrations, the extravagant feasts were reduced to big meals, eliminating most pre- and post-turkey courses. We also started a tradition of going around the table asking each other what they were thankful for. The adults in the room were mostly thankful for being healthy, wishful for World peace, or being happily employed. While I’m sure everyone spoke from their heart, I always questioned their truthfulness. It sounded like they were auditioning to become a contestant at the next Miss USA Beauty Pageant. This year, I propose that those of us identifying what we are thankful for in 2023 be

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more truthful. Here’s a quick list of things I’m grateful for in 2023. Streaming Services: Although they entice you to subscribe with low monthly rates under $10, there are so many different streaming services it begins to add up. That said, I challenge anyone to think of something they would like to watch on TV that you can’t find on one of these services. They’ve created a new level of laziness called binge-watching. Reclining/Reserved Seating in Movie Theatres: Remember the hassle of seeing a popular movie? Although you bought a ticket, you never knew where you might

end up sitting or if you would find seats together until you walked into the theatre. Today, you not only reserve your seats (like at a ballgame), but with comfy reclining seats (and depending on the length of the movie), you can even catch a few zzz’s. The act of “saving seats” is now extinct. Not having ever to make an excuse for not going into NYC again: I can’t tell you how many times I made an excuse to skip going into “The City” to see a pricy Broadway Show or dinner with a costly plate of spaghetti and meatballs. Thanks to all the crime and daily mayhem of NYC 2023, I just tell people I’m scared. Urgent Care Centers: Gone are the days of physicians making house calls. However, in 2023, you can just pop into one of the many Urgent Care facilities sprouting up like 7-11s. They take X-rays, prescribe medication, and tell you to go to the ER if things are really bad; no appointment is necessary. Every game of every sports team I root for is available on TV: I used to love attending live sporting events and spending a small fortune in the process. For many years, I endured

all the hassles of attending the game – getting there (and back), dealing with inclement weather, and rude, obnoxious people. Mostly, with the tickets I could afford, I sat in the Upper Deck. Today, I relax in front of my 60-inch TV in a comfy chair and enjoy every pitch, error, interception, touchdown, goal, or fight in High Definition with ten replays of every play. Although I miss the excitement of being at the live event, I still hope to attend a few live sporting events in the future. Until then, where did I put that remote? Recording TV Shows With a DVR: Long gone are the days of programming your VCR to tape your favorite shows when you couldn’t watch them “live.” Too many times, I sat down to watch Melrose Place in the ‘90s, only to find out I recorded something else on a different channel at a different time. The DVR records what you want, when you want at the touch of a button, then saves it until you delete it. No more searching for (or buying) blank tapes. It’s a beautiful thing. Have a great day of giving thanks, dear readers!

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Managing Strong Emotions You just got home from a long day at work. You’re looking forward to ordering in and spending some time on the couch watching TV. A few moments later your partner comes rushing through the door, looking frantic. Your partner notes that they forgot to tell you that they invited their boss and his family over for dinner and only remembered when their boss mentioned it at the end of the day. While you’d normally be happy about company and excited to host, this was not in your plan. You’re angry and frustrated, and these emotions hit you like a ton of bricks. You are also experiencing a lot of anxiety in trying to figure out how you will pull this all off in such a short amount of time. You know that you will have a conversation with your partner about better communication and planning later this evening or early tomorrow. Right now, you need a way to process the emotions that are coming up in an effective way.

Ride the wave of the emotion. This technique comes from

activity such as yoga or going a walk for a short time. You can also engage in a sensory exercise, such as listening to music or progressive muscle relaxation.

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and involves experiencing the emotion, which can come in waves. If you were to put up walls or block the emotion, it would only become more intense and potentially be too much to handle down the road. While being in, or riding out your emotions can certainly be challenging, it enables you to experience them and to feel the impact of them. It may be helpful to redirect your attention for a short period of time as the physiological arousal you’re experiencing dissipates. Redirecting your attention may involve engaging in a pleasant

Do the opposite. Also from DBT, another approach is engaging in the opposite action. Your instinct in this scenario may be to lash out at your partner for the short notice, note that this is now their problem, and head out, slamming the door behind you. While this may give temporary cathartic relief, it not only will not solve the problem, but may increase the tension between you and your partner. Instead, do the opposite. Approach your partner, come up with a game plan together, and get to work prepping. Sure, it’s not what you wanted to do tonight, but you are

channeling the physiological energy of your emotions into something else entirely opposite, which is also helping you prepare for the guests. You may be surprised that as you approach the task of preparing a meal, it’s not as daunting as you initially anticipated, or that you’re making progress with your partner’s help faster than you thought, leading

to a reduction in your anger and frustration. No matter which approach you take, having a calm and collected conversation with your partner at a later time is a must. However, in the moment, it is important to practice an effective coping technique so that you can manage the task at hand as a team.

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There’s Magic In The Air Port Holiday Magic will return to Port Washington with three magical Saturdays instead of one Lots of things are planned to bring the holiday spirit to our streets, starting off with Santa riding a fire engine throughout town on Nov. 25, courtesy of the Port Washington Fire Department. There will be outdoor entertainment, both live and recorded. Other entertainment includes carolers and costumed characters who will greet shoppers. Look for the holiday themed blowups that provide great opportunities for selfies.

articipating businesses will offer something special for their customers—a discount on merchandise, services or gift cards; a gift with purchase; holiday treats; free gift wrapping; in-store entertainment and more. A list of the current offers is below and is being updated daily on www.pwcoc.org and on the Try Port First app. Also look for postings on social media. The Town of North Hempstead Parking District will cover the meters and suspend the on-street parking meter fees on Main Street and certain other streets starting on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, and continuing through Jan. 1, 2024.

The magical days are:

Saturday, Nov. 25: Port Holiday Magic on Small Business Saturday. We will have all of the festivities described above and stores will kick off the season with many specials for their customers. Look for the singing Toy Soldiers.

Saturday, Dec. 2: Port Holiday Giving Magic when we ask everyone to “Shop Local, Give Local.” We encourage you to make donations to local organizations and to the “Make a Child Smile Toy, Food & Diaper Drive” at participating stores and other locations which are listed on the Try Port First app. You can also visit “Stuff the Bus” at the train station to donate new, unwrapped toys for less fortunate children in our community. Saturday, Dec. 9: Port Holiday Window Magic. Businesses throughout town are showing their holiday spirit and going all out to decorate their windows. A panel of judges will view the participating windows and cast their votes. There will also be a “Walk and Wag” with dogs in costumes and their owners walking around town to admire the window decorations. The window winner will be announced at 1 p.m. and will receive a holiday plaque as well as recognition and photos in the local papers and on social media. A list of all the stores in the contest

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Click And Buy, Give Port A Try.” Port Holiday Magic is grateful to our sponsors: Catholic Health’s St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, The Greater Port Holiday Magic raises awareness of Port Washington Business Improvement the vital role small businesses play in our District (BID) and The Peter and Jeri community and our economy. There are Dejana Foundation. Port Holiday Magic so many advantages to shopping locally for is organized by the BID, the Chamber of the holiday season, and Port Holiday Magic Commerce, Landmark on Main Street and will provide tons of extra reasons for you to support our local businesses that create jobs, Residents Forward. It is supported by the Town of North Hempstead and the Port boost the economy and preserve our neighWashington Police District. borhoods. Shop Local at Port Holiday Magic and throughout the holiday season. Everyone See page 4 for a list of businesses benefits when we remember “Before You participating in Port Holiday Magic.

Stores in the 2023 Holiday Window Decorating Contest View them and see if you agree with the judges. Here they are by location: Cigar King, 553 Port Washington Blvd. The Wellground, 917 Port Washington Blvd. Little Gym of Port Washington, 979 Port Washington Blvd. 16 Handles, 1005 Port Washington Blvd. Bach to Rock, 1015 Port Washington Blvd. Wright Music, 5 Main St. S.F. Falconer Florist, 8 S. Maryland Ave. Baltimore Design Center, 35 Main St. Diamond Boutique, 77 Main St. Alper’s Hardware, 81 Main St. Yummy Gyro, 82 Main St. Port Pop Up Boutique, 142 Main St. The Cooking Lab, 160 Main St. Tori’s Place Ear Piercing, 167 Main St. Painting With Flowers, 298 Main St. Commune, 307 Main St. Lexie NY, 334A Main St. Ace Hardware, 19 Soundview Marketplace Anthony’s World of Floors, 49 Manorhaven Blvd. —Submitted by the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce

A decorated storefront window (Photos from the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce Facebook)

The Local Market’s window decorations, 2021

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Participating businesses, As Of Nov. 2, Are: 16 Handles (1005 Port Washington Blvd.) Free prepackaged pint of soft-serve to customers who make a $25 purchase. Alper’s Hardware (81 Main St.) Christmas lights and decorations: Spend $100 on regularly priced lights and decorations and get a free box of 100 LED mini-lights, from Nov. 25 to Dec. 24. Big Green Egg: Save $100 on Large Big Green Eggs, $150 on XL Big Green Eggs, from Nov. 15 to Dec. 24. Ooni Pizza: Spend $400 on Ooni products (excluding tables) and get $50 toward any Ooni table, from Nov. 15 to Dec. 24. Twenty percent off all Power Tool Accessories: Port Holiday Magic days only. Carhartt: Spend $150 on Carhartt and get a free Carhartt hat (up to $19.99). Anthony’s World of Floors (49 Manorhaven Blvd.) $100 off orders over $1,000. Ayhan’s Mediterranean Marketplace (293 Main St.) $20 off when you spend $60, not to be combined with other offers. Ayhan’s Shish Kebab (283 Main St.) $20 off when you spend $60, not to be combined with other offers. Bach to Rock Music School (1015 Port Washington Blvd.) Existing Customers:10 percent off your next month of lessons if you stay enrolled for December or January. New Customers: 50 percent off two private lessons. All Customers: 20 percent off summer camp. First five customers to redeem one of these offers get a free t-shirt (one offer per family.) Baltimore Design Center (35 Main St.) 20 percent off all accessories, free gift wrapping. Bayside Tax & Wealth (174 Main St.) Drop off books for Book Fairies on Dec. 2. Bicycle Playground (101 Manorhaven Blvd.) 10 percent off all accessories and parts.

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S.F. Falconer Florist holiday decorations

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Ble Bakery & Café (63-65 Main St.) 10 percent off all menu options. Blue Moon Taekwondo (194 Main St.) Free class coupon and raffle to win month of taekwondo. Bluetique (25 Main St.) Free gift with any purchase. Bubba Brown’s (302 Main St.) Free gift with purchase, free gift wrapping, holiday treats. Captain Steve Sailing: Thirty percent discount during Port Holiday Magic if you enter discount code PWSailing at checkout on www. captainstevesailing.com or call 516-902-9099. Cigar King (553 Port Washington Blvd.) Free gift with purchase of $100 of cigars or cigar accessories; free holiday gift wrapping Commune (307 Main St.) Pop Up Holiday Bazaar featuring local women-owned businesses. Free wine tasting. Raffles for gift baskets and Zen Night Out including one hour of yoga or meditation for you and up to nine friends. Diamond Boutique (77 Main St.) Mention Port Holiday Magic and receive 50 percent off

gold and diamond jewelry. EyeSite in Sight (25 Old Shore Rd.) Buy a $100 gift card for $75; buy one complete pair of glasses, get a second pair of lenses 50 percent off with another frame purchase. Gino’s Pizza48 (Main St.) 10 percent off cash payments for take-out and dine-in Harbor Deli (306 Main St.) Free hot chocolate. Impulse Boutique (29 Main St.) Treats and discounts. Landmark on Main St. (232 Main St.) Music in the lobby. Learning Express (61 Shore Rd.) Special discounts throughout the store Lexie NY (334A Main St.) 10 percent off storewide. Little Sure Thing (102 Main St.) 20 percent off in-store orders over $100; free gift wrapping; free gift with purchase over $50 depending on availability. Luxe House Aesthetics (20C Main St.) 15 percent off all aesthetic treatments (Includes Botox, Filler, IV therapy, Hydrafacials, Microneedling, Weight loss management.) My Spectrum School (11 Sintsink Drive East) $50 discount on Tuition (one coupon for each child enrolling.) Call 516-883-8035 or email info@myspecturmschool.com and mention Port Holiday Magic to receive the discount. Orangetheory (1013 Port Washington Blvd.) Holiday class bundles. Painting With Flowers (298 Main St.) Raffle prize for free gift each Port Holiday Magic Saturday; Nov. 25, gift with purchase of $75 or more. Port Pop Up Boutique (142 Main St.) 10 percent off $100 purchase, 15 percent off $150 purchase, 20 percent off plus free gift for over $200 purchase; Receive 1 raffle ticket for every $50 spent to win a $50 shopping spree. Port Salt Cave (403 Main St.) Gift certificate special. Port Wash. Federal Credit Union (157 Main St.) Raffle for four $50 MasterCard Gift Cards to be drawn Dec. 9. Entry forms available starting Nov. 25. Port Washington Florist (75 Manorhaven

Blvd.) Wine, lite bites, visit from Santa and his elves. S.F. Falconer Florist (8 S. Maryland Ave.) Coffee, tea, hot cocoa, wine, cookies, cheese and crackers. Shields Bros. (267 Main St.) Raffle for “Day of Beauty” for your barbeque. Shining Studios (290 Main St.) Carolers outside, photos with Santa inside, cookie decorating and discounts on merchandise on Nov. 25 and Dec. 9 only. Soulshine Art Studio (146 Main St.) On Dec. 9 only, fairy hair walk-ins and appointments; holiday DIY gift mini workshops. Soundview Ace Hardware (19 Soundview Marketplace) Complimentary popcorn. The Coding Space (110 Main St.) 10 percent off a trial or semester sign up, for students who sign up during Port Holiday Magic, using the code PWMAGIC10. The Little Gym (979 Port Washington Blvd.) Free water bottle with the gift of an introductory class ($40); free ball with the gift of one month of tuition ($150). The Wellground (917 Port Washington Blvd.) 10 percent, certain exclusions apply. Tori’s Place Ear Piercing Studio (167 Main St.) Earrings 15 percent off; ear piercing gift cards 10 percent off. White + One (309 Main St.) Free gift with purchase, free gift wrapping, treats, raffle entry with purchase. Wright Music (5 Main St.) Drop off a small unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item and receive a 10 percent discount voucher off the purchase of any sheet music or accessory order. Yummy Gyro (82 Main St.) 10 percent off on dine-in, take out and delivery. For more information, contact the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce at 516-883-6566, the Greater Port Washington Chamber of Commerce at 516-883-8890 or go to the Try Port First app under ‘Events.’ —Submitted by the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce

Parking Fees Suspended For Holiday Season The Town of North Hempstead has annouced that parking meter regulations will be suspended on certain roads in Port Washington during the holiday season. This will be in effect from Nov. 25, 2023 to Jan. 1, 2024. “This is to help promote holiday shopping in the Port Washington community,” said Town Councilmember Mariann Dalimonte. The parking fees will be lifted in town to encourage shoppers to take advantage of shopping locally this season. While parking fees are suspended, the time restrictions will remain. The following roads will have parking fees suspended: Port Washington Boulevard—Mertz Place to Campus Drive Port Washington Boulevard—Bogart Avenue to Chestnut Road Main Street—Port Washington Boulevard to Third Avenue Irma Avenue S. Maryland Avenue Carlton Avenue Haven Avenue—Main Street to Franklin Avenue. —Information gathered by Julie Prisco from the Town of North Hempstead website (northhempsteadny.gov) 4B | PORT HOLIDAY GUIDE • NOVEMBER 22 - 28, 2023

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Celebrate this holiday season with some local events to get the family in the mood for holiday cheer. Below are details about upcoming events in Port Washington and the surrounding Nassau County area:

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Visit pwpl.org to register for the following events. Located at 1 Library Dr. • Sandwiched in with Ron Brown, Chrismahanukwanzakah: How New York City Invented the Holidays: Friday, Dec. 15, 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (Library Lapham Meeting Room) Today, Christmas has become a global holiday celebrated in every nation of the world. But few realize that this holiday was, in fact, invented in New York City. Join Professor Ron Brown as he explains the history of what we know of today as the Holiday Season. F.W. Woolworth popularized the indoor Christmas tree and Thomas Edison displayed the first string of electric tree lights in Brooklyn. Macy’s extended the Christmas season back to the end of their Thanksgiving Day Parade and The New York Times extended it forward to the Times Square New Year’s celebration and the extended holiday was renamed The Holiday Season. African Americans added Kwanzaa to the season and Jews contributed a Menorah stand to public holiday displays. • Port Washington Play Troupe Presents It’s A Wonderful Life: Sunday, Dec. 17, 3 p.m.-5 p.m. (Library Lapham Meeting Room) This American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast in an adaptation by Bob Nissen. With the help of a full ensemble, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve... only to be reminded how much he has to live for. This charming production will include singers and old-time radio jingles, as well as live sound effects by a foley artist. Nearly a century old, the PW Play Troupe is the community’s oldest theater organization, presenting high-quality musicals, plays, and special musical performances.

Landmark On Main Street

Visit landmarkonmainstreet.org for tickets. • Darlene Love: Love for the Holidays: Thursday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. (Jeanne Rimsky Theater) Through the years, Darlene Love continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her warm, gracious stage presence and superb performances. Her film Twenty Feet From Stardom included hits such as: He’s A Rebel, The Boy I’m Gonna Marry, Wait ‘Til My Bobby Gets Home, He’s Sure the Boy I Love and the legendary #1 holiday classic (Christmas) Baby, Please Come Home.

Holiday Tales at the Castle on Friday, Dec. 10. (Photo from the Sands Point

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Visit sandspointpreserveconservancy.org for tickets. Located at 127 Middle Neck Rd. • Holiday Tales at the Castle: Sunday, Dec. 10, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. (Castle Gould) Join the holiday cheer in Castle Gould’s Great Hall! This event includes a puppet show and make-your-own puppet with Mango Moon, a meet-and-take-a-photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, seasonal crafts, a “nutty” holiday scavenger hunt, and a reading nook with holiday and winter stories. Admission: $15 per child, $5 per adult; includes parking. Payable at the gatehouse.

The Cooking Lab

Holiday Lights Festival at Eisenhower Park. (Photo from the Lumino City website)

• Winter Wonderland Holiday Workshop: Tuesday, Dec. 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Science Museum of Long Island) Celebrate the changing of the seasons with us! Explore all things wintery and cold as we meet winter-loving animals, discover the secret of snowflakes and play with liquid nitrogen.

Visit thecookinglabpw.com for registration information. Located at 160 Main St. • Chanukah Latkes: Saturday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. (The Cooking Lab) Parent and child latke cooking class. Prepare Chanukah latkes with local guest chef and food stylist Pam Sorin. There is limited capacity and Eisenhower Park the lab can’t accommodate more than one Visit luminocityfestival.com for ticket inforadult and one child per station. Appropriate mation. Located in East Meadow. for kids ages 8 and up. The cost is $100 per • Holiday Lights Festival: Now through each parent-child pair. Jan. 7, 2024 beginning at 4:30 p.m. (visit • Gingerbread Worksop: Saturday, Dec. 9 at luminocityfestival.com for specific dates) 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. (The Cooking Lab) Immerse yourself at Lumi’s magical Parent and child gingerbread decoration wonderland of holiday lights. Enjoy the new class. Decorate and take home your very 2023 theme “Wonder Journey” with new own gingerbread house. Each child will get breathtaking large-scale light art displays a pre-assembled gingerbread house and and attractions. This is the best place to icing/candy kit to decorate. Open to kids create an unforgettable holiday experience • Plaza Theatrical, Once Upon A ages 5 and up. There is limited capacity and with your friends and family. Snowflake: Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2:30 the lab cannot accommodate more than p.m.-3:30 p.m. (Library Lapham one adult and two kids per table. The cost is Port Washington Ice Meeting Room) No two snowflakes are $70 per child. the same, and neither are two snow Skating Center people! This heartwarming musical Visit pwskating.com to make skating reservaabout a small snow girl with big dreams Science Museum of tions. Located at 70 Seaview Blvd. learns never to give up and what it truly Long Island • Weekly Reserved Skating Hours: means to give! Sponsored by the PWPL Visit smli.org for registration information. Saturdays and Sundays from 2:15-3:45 p.m. Located 1526 Plandome Rd. Mondays and Fridays from 2:30-4:00 p.m. Children’s Advisory Council. 6B | PORT HOLIDAY GUIDE • NOVEMBER 22 - 28, 2023

and Wednesdays from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Reserved skating sessions are for skaters who want to skate for fun. Capacity is limited and reservations and advance online payment is required. Admission to these sessions is $18 per person. Skate rentals can be purchased at the rink when you arrive. The cost is $5.00. • Ice Skating Lessons For All: Book a 30 minute private skating lesson or ice hockey lesson for $60. Or book a semi-private 30 minute skating lesson or a hockey lesson for $36.

The Andrew Stergiopoulos Ice Rink (At the Parkwood Sports Complex)

Visit gnparks.org for more information. Located at 65 Arrandale Ave. • Public Skate Sessions: Visit the website for the weekly hours of the public sessions. Public sessions are open daily to both Park District residents and non-residents. Residents must show park pass for the resident admission fees; adult $8, child $6 and seniors $5. Admission fees for non-resident are $14 for adults and $10 for children.

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Being a long-term resident of this community for nearly 30 years, I continue to find excitement in introducing newcomers to this wonderful neighborhood. Here’s to a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with health and happiness!

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tep into a world of magic on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, starting at 4:30 p.m., at Blumenfeld Park as we host our spectacular Christmas Celebration. Immerse yourself in the timeless Christmas tale brought to life with a live nativity with narration of the familiar story. Join us in song with beloved Christmas carols led by the talented Liquid Bread Brass Band and the delightful Red Stocking Revue Singers. The highlight of the evening will be the grand illumination of our magnificent Christmas Tree, filling the air with an abundance of warmth and joy. But wait, there’s more! Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a grand entrance

aboard a fire truck, eagerly coming to hear children’s wishes and create precious memories in front of the stunning tree. Don’t let this unforgettable event filled with holiday cheer and cherished traditions slip away. Mark your calendars for December 3rd and be a part of an evening filled with festive fun you won’t want to miss!” For more information check our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ PortWashingtonChristmasTreeLighting —Submitted by the Port Washington Christmas Tree Lighting Committee Blumenfeld Tree Lighting, 2022.

Red Stocking Revue singers with Santa, 2022. (Contributed photos)

Liquid Bread Brass Band

Last year’s live nativity performance

Chabad Of Port Washington’s Annual Chanukah Event On Thursday, Dec. 7, the Chabad of Port Washington is hosting it’s Annual Chanukah Event on the first day of Chanukah, beginning at 5:30 p.m. This year, Chanukah begins on the evening of Thursday, Dec. 7 till Friday, Dec. 15. The drive-in event is taking place at North Hempstead Beach park. The Maccabeats singing group will be performing. There will be fireworks and games for the kids. As this is a drive-in event, people can stay in their cars, or come out to the stage. The Chabad does their lighting of the menorah as well. Kids and families also get a goodie bag of snacks that are Chanukah related. Familys that would like to attend can visit the Chabad of Port Waahington website (chabadpw.org) to register. —Information provided by the Chabad of Port Washington 8B | PORT HOLIDAY GUIDE • NOVEMBER 22 - 28, 2023

rom my home to yours, wishing you all the joys of the holiday season! The best part of the season is the opportunity to say thank you to all my clients, customers, colleagues and friends for entrusting me with all your real estate needs throughout the year.

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Temperature Blankets The craft that offers fun year-round

BY LAUREN FELDMAN

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Wintertime and cooler weather often brings out our desire to get cozy. It is no wonder that purchases for yarn, knitting and crocheting projects spike in the Fall, and continue through the new year. But those new to crafting might feel overwhelmed by their options, and seasoned crafters might find themselves bored or underwhelmed by their usual sweaters, hats or scarves. Enter a fun, easy craft that you can literally spend a year on; the temperature blanket.

had no idea what temperature blankets were until a few years ago when I got back into crocheting. I was seeing these colorful rainbow blankets all over my social media feeds, and was curious; what was this trend? Why were people making them? A temperature blanket is a blanket that you crochet (or knit) one row on every day in the color coordinating with the outside temperature. Generally, you start on them in January and finish in December. At the end of the year, you have a visual reflection of the previous 365 days, as well as a cozy blanket to keep you warm the following season. You can think of a temperature blanket as a yarn-journal that chronicles the daily high or low temperature for your area over the course of the year.

back. You can search a day, month, or year, and find all of the temperatures you need. This comes in handy especially if you want to go back and make a temperature blanket to represent the year a child was born. Here are some handy weather resources: Weather Underground: https://www. wunderground.com/history Old Farmer’s Almanac: https://www. almanac.com/weather/history

Step Two: Picking Your Colors

Temperature blankets are synonymous with a rainbow color pallet. Why? Well aside from being an easy color pattern to follow, the colorway was popularized because it mimics the way weather channels show changes in temperature throughout the year. However, when picking your colors, there is no requirement to “go rainbow”. Your color choice should spark joy and feel like you! If Step One: Determining Your you want to make a blanket entirely out of Temperatures blue yarns, or creamy-brown neutrals, go for Before you begin crocheting or knitting it! The changes in colors throughout the year your blanket and choosing the colors, is fascinating to see, regardless of what those you’ll want to figure out what your colors are. You will need to stick with the temperature ranges will be. You’ll base same colors throughout the year, however, so your number of ranges off of the weather make sure you have enough of each color, or in your area. The first step to this is to pick that you will be able to order more skeins if if you will be doing your daily temperature you run out. based off of the high or low temperature The number of colors is also important. I that day. You can also average your daily recommend a minimum of eight colors, and high and low temperature, although a maximum of twelve, so that you will see this might impact how often your colors lots of color changes throughout the year, but change. not be overwhelmed with switching colors As a New Yorker, I felt the best range of out every day. temperatures would be from 20 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. I created a Step Three: Picking table breaking these down into 10-degree Your Pattern phases, which meant I would need eight Once you have your yarn colors chosen, different colors of yarn. Once you choose then you can pick out your pattern that you’ll your temperature range, you are ready to be using! There are a lot of different styles out start picking out your colors. there that you can do: Rows – This is the most common style out Record Your Weather Data there where each row represents a day. If Each day you’ll want to keep track of the high or low temperature for your area, you do this style, then you’ll want to make depending on which one you chose. Some sure that you factor in that you’ll be needing 365 rows. Your overall length might also be people like to record all of the data in an impacted by how thick your yarn is, so it is Excel spreadsheet or keep track of it in a recommended that you make some test rows journal. If you’re worried about missing to see how tall your blanket rows are. If you a day, or you’re starting late in the year, are using a thinner yarn, it might be best to no problem! There are some awesome do a thicker stitch, such as a double-crochet, weather sites out there where you can so that each row does not get lost in the look back at the temperatures for years

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A completed blanket. (Photo courtesy of Pinterest)

The skeins of yarn I chose for my temperature blanket. (Photo credit:

My sample temperature chart. (Photo credit: Lauren Feldman)

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pattern. Granny squares – Another common style is making a small granny square for each day. This can create a gorgeous blanket, but it will require more seaming, or joining as you go. As with the basic rows method, you might want to make a few test squares to get

a sense of how large you want your project to end up. And violà, you’re ready to craft a temperature blanket of your very own! I look forward to crafting this year, and hope some of you will join me on this temperature blanket quest. Happy crafting!

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As a devoted real estate advisor, I’m truly touched and humbled to have had the privilege of serving this exceptional community for over 50 years. Your unwavering trust in my expertise and ongoing support warm my heart. This Thanksgiving, I wish to extend my sincere gratitude for allowing me to be a part of your real estate journey. Looking forward to many more years of helping you achieve your real estate dreams.

Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and joyful Thanksgiving season.

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Holiday Gift Guide BY JULIE PRISCO

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For The Pet Parent: Pet Portraits

hen buying gifts this holiday season, think outside the box. Skip the classic fuzzy robe for your sister and the patterend tie for your uncle. This year, narrow down your loved one’s favorite hobbies and look into something unique to enhance their favorite activities. Instead of buying a the newest trendy water bottle for your friend who stays hydrated, think about buying a dual water bottle and cell phone holder, so they can be hands-free on the go. Or, instead of buying a gift card to your loved one’s favorite book store, look into something that can add a personal touch to their overflowing bookcase. Below are some gift ideas based off of popular hobbies:

Everyone loves their pet, and a sweet portrait of their four-legged friend makes for a sentimental gift. A simple photo of the happy pet can be silhouetted onto a white background or photo-shopped into something funny like a Renaissance photo.

For The Music Lover: Vinyl Records Candle When listening to music, dancing around the room and singing along (a bit off-key), a candle that smells like the nostalgia of being at a record store can transport you to a different time. The Vinyl Records candle smells like bergamot, jasmine and amber are balanced with a soothing base of sandalwood and oud. (Vinyl Records | $34 | anecdotecandles.com)

For The Athlete: Water Bottle And Phone Holder Whether a student-athlete or an avid pickleball player, athletes are always on the move. A water bottle and phone carrier is a great addition to sporting equipment. This holder makes for a functional, compact bag that is quick and easy to pack while running from practices to games. The North Face Borealis Water Bottle Holder frees up your hands and comes in three different stylish colors. (The North Face Borealis Water Bottle Holder | $39.99 | dickssportinggoods.com)

(Modern Pet Portrait | $69.95 | crownandpaw.com)

For The Foodie: Foodie Dice Although your loved one may be a great chef, every cook gets stumped for ideas at some point. With foodie dice, the chef in your life can roll the dice for a surprise meal combination. Uncommon Goods’ Foodie Dice has five dice that offer protein options, cooking methods, grain and carb selections, herb choices, and bonus ingredients. Four additional dice offer seasonal veggies to spice up the dish. (Foodie Dice | $24 | uncommongoods.com)

For The Reader: Personalized Book Embosser Readers cherish their books. Although they may crack the spine and wrinkle a page or two, it’s signs of love for a good book. To mark a book part of their library, a personalized embosser can stamp the page. The embossing tool can be personalized with full names or initials to mark a book read and loved. (Personal Embosser | $39.95 | williams-sonoma.com)

For The Adventurer: Hiking Socks For your loved one that visits all the nature hot spots to see New York’s amazing sights, a pair of hiking socks is a must. While some may think that any ordinary mid-calf pair of socks would work, socks specifically made for hiking balance comfort and style. Fox River hiking socks have a comfort toe seam, arch support, moisture wicking, breathable mesh and reinforced heel and toe pads. Fox River offers many patterns and colors of hiking socks for you to pick out a pair as adventurous as your loved one. (Women’s Krakatoa Lightweight Crew Hiking Sock | $24 | foxsox.com)

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For The Techie: Digital Picture Frame These days, its rare people print photos to hang in their homes. Instead, photos from birthday dinners and recent vacations are on the cell phone forever. With a digital picture frame, you can send photos directly to the frame to display one at a time and change it whenever you feel like it. The digital frame can create a rotating slideshow for photos and can display the time, weather or calendar as well. (Aluratek-10” IPS LCD Wi-Fi Touchscreen Digital Photo Frame | $129.99 | bestbuy.com)

For The Traveler: Travelers Cork Globe For your loved ones who always seem to be on vacation, a cork globe where they can put pins marking their travels is a thoughtful piece of decor. The eye-catching globe can hold push pins marking previous trips and makes for a great conversation starter. (The Places You’ll Go Cork Globe | $59.99 | personalcreations.com)

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Unique Pies Up your pie game with these unique choices. BY AMANDA OLSEN

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Pies are a holiday staple, but at some point you might want to move beyond a basic two-crust pie or straight pumpkin. If this speaks to you, consider the following recipes to take your dessert game to the next level. Note: Blind baking your pie crusts will ensure they stay crispy and hold your fillings. This goes for fruit as well as cream pies. Arrange the crust in your pie plate. The key to a successful blind bake is weighing down the crust. Prick as normal, but before baking line the unbaked pastry with parchment paper and pour in dry beans, rice, or baking weights. Bake according to the instructions, usually 8 to 10 minutes.

Aunt Pauline’s Chocolate Pecan Pie This riff on the traditional pecan pie incorporates maple syrup as the sweetner, rather than corn syrup, and adds a deep chocolate flavor. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.

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Recipe: 2 squares unsweetened chocolate (2oz.) 2 tbsp. butter 3 eggs 1/2 cup dark maple syrup 3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup of pecan halves One 9-inch pie crust

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Preheat oven to 375. Melt together butter & chocolate; set aside. Beat together eggs, sugar and maple syrup. Add in chocolate mixture. Stir in pecan halves. Pour into pastry shell and bake for 40- 50 minutes.

This chocolate pecan pie has a rich, deep flavor.

(Photos by Amanda Olsen)

The crumble topping sets this apple pie apart.

Susan’s Apple Crumb Pie This apple pie features a crumble topping in place of a second crust. The flavors are so close to a classic crumb cake, you might even consider pie for breakfast. Recipe: 5 – 7 tart apples, (approx. 5 cups) 1 9-inch pastry shell ½ and ⅓ cup sugar, separated ¾ tsp ground cinnamon ¾ cup all-purpose flour 6 Tbsp. butter Preheat oven to 400. Pare, core and cube apples. Mix with ½ cup of the sugar and cinnamon; Arrange in the pastry shell. Mix ⅓ cup sugar with the flour and cut in butter till crumbly. Sprinkle over apples. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. If crust browns too quickly, cover edge with foil.

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Cardamom gives this sweet potato pie a Norwegian flair.

Norwegian-style Sweet Potato Pie It’s the cardamom that makes this pumpkin-alternative a solidly Norwegian version of the southern classic. Be sure to allow the pie to cool completely for the best flavor and consistency. Recipe: 1 can sweet potato puree (15 oz can) ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup white sugar ½ cup milk 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon cardamom ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 (9 inch) pie crust Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Beat together puree and butter. Add sugar, milk, eggs, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla; beat on medium speed until mixture is smooth. Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 55 to 60 minutes. Cool before serving.

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Give Back This Holiday Season BY JULIE PRISCO

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With the holiday season approaching, people begin to think about their lives and what they are grateful for. Spending time with family, friends and other loved ones helps us realize how lucky many of us are.

he holiday season is also a time for people to give back to the less fortunate in the community. Food, clothing and toy drives begin to pop up across town. Look out for these donation drives in the coming weeks, usually hosted by the town and village governments, local police and fire departments, and charitable groups.

Make a Child Smile Toy, Food and Diaper Drive

From Nov. 24 to Dec. 15, bring unwrapped toys, non-perishable food and baby care items to the following locations this holiday season: Ayhan’s Mediterranean Marketplace (93 Main St.), Ayhan’s Shish Kebab (283 Main St.), Delux Transportation (62 Main St.), Diane’s Place (191 Main St.), Douglas Elliman Real Estate (475 Port Washington Blvd.), Evolution Pilates2 ( Shore Rd.), Falconer Florist (8 S.

Maryland Ave.), Happy Montessori School (40 Pleasant Ave.), Healthy Kids Pediatrics (211 Main St.), I Love Hearing (91 Main St.), Manorhaven Village Hall (33 Manorhaven Blvd.), Orangetheory Fitness (1013 Port Washington Blvd.), Port Washington Federal Credit Union (157 Main St.) and Smusht (158 Main St.). Or bring your donations to Stuff The Bus on Dec. 2 at the Port Washington LIRR Train Station.

Can You Help Too

Local brothers David and Johnathan (Jojo) Gold formed Can You Help Too to grow efforts to help communities thrive. Can You Help Too has established a handful of permanent donation boxes across Port Washington for non-perishable food items and baby care items. Drop-off locations include The Growing Love Community Garden, Smusht, Beauty Fluff Spa, The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, The Parent Resource Center

Delivering a donation bin to Smusht. (Photo from Sandrine Gold) (PRC), The Cooking Lab and Carlo’s In addition to the classic holiday donaPizza. Visit the Can You Help Too website tion drives, many local food and clothing (canyouhelptoo.org) for more information pantries across town are open year-round on these drop-off sites. for people to donate non-perishable food Can You Help Too has organized a items and old clothing too. food drive this December at the Port Washington Public Library. From Dec. 1 Our Lady of Fatima’s to Dec. 10, there will be a donation bin at Outreach Office the library for non-perishable food items (Located at 10 Cottonwood Rd.) and baby care items. The church accepts donations at

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or prepaid AMEX cards for the office to give out to families in need. The food pantry accepts monetary donations to help stock their pantry in addition to taking non-perishable food items. The standard items that the pantry distributes and is in constant need of are: oil, cereal, pasta sauce, peanut butter, jelly, mac & cheese, rice, pasta, oatmeal, canned tomatoes, canned and dry beans, canned tuna, salmon, and chicken, canned corn, string beans, peas, and beets, canned soup, canned fruits, mayonnaise and ketchup. Visit olfpw.org for more information.

Complete board game sets are accepted at Twin Pines. (Photos from the Twin Pines Thrift Shop website)

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of sales in the local area. By purchasing through Our Harvest, you help stock Our Lady of Fatima’s pantry. The Outreach office shared that due to storage issues, they aren’t making up the usual holiday baskets for their families; instead, they are giving out gift cards. The office is accepting the donation of gift cards to food stores such as Stop & Shop

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church mass and the Outreach office, Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-5 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima’s Outreach office currently services about 135 families in the Port Washington and Manhasset areas. The pantry is in partnership with Our Harvest and receives meats, poultry and dairy products based on a percentage

supplies such as canes and walkers. Twin Pines shares that their most popular items are women’s clothes and kitchenware. Kitchenware includes plates, utensils and small kitchen appliances. Women’s clothing is Twin Pines’ most sold merchandise and its most given away inventory. Twin Pines works with a domestic violence safe house, allowing women from their center to come and get free clothing. Right now, fall and winter clothing is among the most needed items at Twin Pines. In addition to women’s clothing, Twin Pines accepts shoes, children’s Twin Pines Thrift Shop and men’s clothing, and maternity (Located at 382 Main St.) clothing. They also take books, board They accept donations on Saturdays games, athletic equipment, handbags from 10 a.m. until their storage has reached and jewelry. maximum capacity. Five bags or boxes are Some items are not accepted at Twin accepted per family per week. They ask that Pines due to sanitary concerns and soft goods, such as clothing and tablecloths, storage issues. Items not accepted inbe packed separately from hard goods, such clude stuffed animals, toys, incomplete as dishes. games, incomplete glass/plate sets, Aside from material donations, Twin linens/towels, baby clothes (Newborn Pines stocks a food pantry for those in need to 3T), pet food, cassettes/CDs/VHS and always accepts dry and canned goods. tapes, bath mats, towels, sheets, cribs, Twin Pines shared that while material car seats, helmets, nursing materials, donations are only accepted on Saturdays, large furniture, computers/printers and non-perishable food items are accepted any broken/damaged items. any day of the week. Donations of medical Visit pwtwinpines.com for more supplies are also accepted at Twin Pines, information.

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Shopping Local This Holiday Season BY JULIE PRISCO

jprisco@antonmediagroup.com

During the holiday season, its important to support local businesses. The North Shore of Nassau County is lucky to have busy downtowns, villages and other shopping hotspots.

n Saturday, Nov. 25, look out for Small Business Saturday deals around town in the Port Washington, Manhasset, Great Neck and Roslyn areas. Many stores will have special Small Business Saturday sales and deals to help you save money this holiday season while supporting local businesses. To view a list of dining and shopping options in Nassau County, visit the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce website at ncchambers.org or scan the QR code. Below are some holiday shopping events happening in the North Shore area.

Chamber of Commerce website, “Shop Manhasset and Manhasset Chamber of Commerce are working on many ways to help our small businesses to encourage the community to Shop Local, Spend Local, Eat Local this holiday season.” Merry Little Manhasset includes a holiday shopping guide, photos with Santa, holiday movies, a winter scavenger hunt and more. Shops along Plandome Road in Manhasset will be offering special holiday sales and deals to shoppers during business hours. Visit the Manhasset Chamber of Commerce website at manhassetchamber.com or the Shop Manhasset website at shopmanhasset. com to learn more.

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Great Neck Plaza Holiday Cheer

On Saturday, Nov. 25, the Manhasset Chamber of Commerce and Shop Manhasset are celebrating Small Business Saturday by encouraging residents to shop local. According to the Manhasset

To celebrate the holiday shopping season, the Great Neck Plaza Business Improvement District (BID) is hosting the Great Neck Plaza Holiday Cheer Gift Card Program.

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Scan the QR code for a list of Nassau County restauraunts and shops.

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(Photo from the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce website)

According to the Great Neck Plaza BID website, “We’re bringing some joy to your shopping experience with our exclusive $25 Great Neck Plaza Gift Card because isn’t it time we all got out to shop, dine and relax in Great Neck Plaza. With a great list of specialty stores, boutiques and restaurants in Great Neck Plaza, we are sure you’ll find what you’re looking for here!” One Holiday Cheer $25 Gift Card is available per name and mailing address. If an individual signs up for the cards using two different mailing addresses, only one card will be issued. If requests come in from the same mailing address, only

the first request will be honored. There is a limited supply of these cards and once all cards are allocated, registration is ended. The gift cards are available now through Dec. 31 on the Great Neck Plaza BID website, visit shopgreatneck.com to fill out the form and receive your Holiday Cheer Gift Card. The gift cards are valid at the participating businesses. More than 40 businesses in Great Neck Plaza are participating. Shops on Bond Street, South Middle Neck Road, Great Neck Road, Grace Avenue and Middle Neck Road will be participating. For a full list of the participating merchants, visit shopgreatneck.com

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With the holidays approaching fast, the new year is right around the corner. Below are some New Year’s Eve events for friends and family to celebrate together: New Year’s Eve Date Night Friday, Dec. 29 at 7 p.m. (Wine & Design, 21 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre) A professional artist at Wine & Design in Rockville Centre will guide participants through the process of creating a stunning painting. Visit wineanddesign.com for tickets.

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Billy Joel: New Year’s Eve Sunday, Dec. 31 at 9:30 p.m. (UBS Arena, 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont) Billy Joel is performing a concert to celebrate the new year. Visit ubsarena.com to buy tickets.

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Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown is hosting a special New Year’s Eve event with Joe Devito. Whether taking on relationships, his Italian-American family, or current events, Joe DeVito’s dead-on timing, unexpected twists and sheer flights of lunacy make him a favorite at clubs and colleges across the USA, and at the top venues in New York City. The 10:15 p.m. show includes noisemakers and a champagne toast at midnight. Visit govs.govs.com for tickets. New Year’s Eve with The New York Bee Gees Sunday, Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. (The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington) New Year’s Eve with The New York Bee Gees. Including special guests: Donna Summer Tribute performed by Jesse Wagner and Shining Star (Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute, Mark Bateman). Visit paramountny.com for tickets. —Information compiled by Julie Prisco

Throw A Party To Remember Party theme ideas for this year’s holiday party

BY JULIE PRISCO

jprisco@antonmediagroup.com

Like many families, every year, my family celebrates Christmas Eve with a huge party. Years ago, my grandmother hosted our family’s Christmas Eve at her house. She decorated her home with a beautiful Christmas village on the mantel, a bright and colorful Christmas tree and garland in every room. One year, she began giving everyone a table gift. I remember everyone got their own CD at their place setting; mine was Hannah Montana.

The Ski Chalet theme fostered a cozy cabin feel

hen she passed away, my mom, Jennifer Tichy, took up the tradition and dialed it up by ten. She picks out a party theme in the summer, scours Pinterest and by September, we have 10 boxes delivered weekly till Christmas with crafts and decorations for the party. While some decorations she purchases as-is, many we DIY (Do it yourself) at home. We have spent countless hours spray-painting charger plates and gluing together napkin rings.

DIY center piece

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(Photos by Julie Prisco)

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THEMED PARTY from page 21B We host our immediate family of 21 and some years our extended family joins us, and our guest list grows to 35. But somehow, we still manage to sit around a massive homemade table decorated with an ornate centerpiece and eat together at the end of the night. While some themes are Christmasspecific, like 2015’s Santa’s Workshop where we had an electric toy train as the center piece of the table, for other years she has planned general holiday and winter-themed parties. Here are some of my mom’s themes that can help inspire you to throw a holiday party that everyone will remember:

Seasonal

When thinking of planning a holiday party, most people automatically think of winter. We think of cuddling up in a chunky sweater by the fire with a cup of hot chocolate or heading upstate for a weekend to see the snowy mountains. Drawing on the inspiration of the season, my mom has thrown a Ski Chaletthemed party and a Woodland-themed party. Ski Chalet: With a buffalo print table cloth, wooden benches instead of chairs and centerpieces of pine tree branches and holly, you can turn your dining room into the idealistic ski chalet resort. Our Christmas tree was decorated with little sleds and reindeer ornaments. DIY: To enhance the centerpieces, my mom reached out to friends and family for old ski equipment. She spray-painted the ski boots gold and used them as vases on the table and painted the skis and poles black to stick in our flower pots by the door. We bought a pack of tongue depressors and toothpicks and painted those red to glue onto wooden napkin rings to bring a bit of fun to a rather plain table setting. For the name plates at each seat, my mom created her own ski pass with a mountain design and everyone’s name on it.

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The red carpet walk of fame

Dress Up

If you want to give your guests a dress code, think of a theme that has some funky fashion choices involved. For example, Christmas in Hawaii can allow your guests to dig up those floral patterned shirts and straw skirts. When tasking our family with a dress-up theme, my mom chose Candy Factory and Academy Awards-themed parties. Academy Awards: Huge white roses and baby’s breath floral arrangements, a glittering tablecloth and red curtains lined the walls of our home for the Academy Awards. Our guests dressed in red-carpet attire and we even had a vote

for six different best dressed categories where we handed out Oscars. DIY: Have your guests walk the red carpet. We laid down red fabric on the floor with golden stars that had our guest’s names written on them to make them feel like they are on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. My mom spent hours folding our cloth napkins into an envelope shape, which we then stuck on golden stickers and red ribbons to look like the presenting envelopes at the awards.

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Brady, Aidan, James and Tim McKean took dressing up to another level.

Monochrome

To keep things classy, pick out a solid color and go all out. Choosing a single color and decorating with glittering lights, tall candles and matching napkins can make preparing for this party fairly simple. Reach out to friends and family for solid color place settings to borrow and serving trays and you can create a monochrome wonderland that will envelop your guests. White: We picked the color white because it is probably the easiest color to find matching items in. With tall white candles, beautiful white floral arraignments and

Academy Award table setting

sparkling white holiday lights, we turned our home into a winter wonderland. All of our white tablecloths were spread on the table and we purchased a long strip of white furry fabric to use as the table runner. Everyone went home with a new mug filled with a white chocolate hot chocolate bomb. DIY: For additional decorations, we assembled large white snowflakes to hang from the ceiling and the walls of our home. To add some flare to the table settings, we tied a glittering white ribbon around the napkins and glued white feathers on the ribbon.

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This beautiful custom, wide-line, expanded cape nestled on sprawling park-like property at 90 Floral Ave. in Bethpage sold on Oct. 30 for $800,000. It is on a rare 100’ x 200’ lot. The main level features two bedrooms offering convenience for those seeking single-level living. On the the upper level, there are two additional bedrooms where mom used to have an apartment. One of the highlights is the inviting breezeway, complete with a cozy fireplace. An enclosed backyard porch provides the perfect way to enjoy outside in all weather. The attic above the huge two-car garage and knee wall upstairs offer plenty of space for storage. The driveway can hold six cars. There is an updated architectural roof, brand new Pella replacement windows, a new dishwasher, cast iron baseboard for efficient heating, and the wood floors add a touch of elegance to the home. There is a finished basement complete with an outside entrance, full bath and chef’s room. This immaculate expanded and updated ranch home at 265 8th St. in Bethpage sold on Oct. 31 for $630,000. It has a two-room extension for eight rooms in total. There are three bedrooms. Part of the rear extension can be a family room or a king-sized fourth bedroom. The kitchen has gas appliances and additional cabinetry and pantry. There is a large eating area plus island seating. The living room has a fireplace and the formal dining room could be used as a living room extension. There is one full bathroom. There is high-hat lighting and hardwood floors. The attic has pull-down stairs. The basement is newly renovated. There is a laundry room and a separate utility area, new gas

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Mulching your leaves rather than raking and bagging is good for your lawn and the environment. As shredded leaves decompose, they feed your lawn, naturally.

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her two-year position as team captain. While leaving behind her many-year positions as basketball guard and point guard, Neary will be embracing the sport which defined her from early childhood. “My parents said I had so much energy as a kid — like, I would aways be running around. So that’s probably where it started,” she explained, laughing. Massapequa girls soccer has been a powerhouse team for many years. “This is a special sport in this town,” said coach Bruce Stegner in an interview with Newsday. “We have a lot of tradition and expectation, and they rise to the occasion every time and they want to be champions.” Neary has been a part of solidifying the team’s legacy over the last few years, winning counties with the team the last three years in a row. Neary recalls fondly when, as a Sophomore, the team won championships. While they fought hard — winning 1 game and tying 4 — Massapequa met the end of their season in a recent game against Suffolk Class AAA

champion Ward Melville in the Long Island Championship, a rematch of last year’s AA title that Ward Melville won. Unable to clinch the victory for Massapequa was hard for Neary. “I’m sad we couldn’t finish things out this year,” she said. Still, the bonds she has made with her teammates through soccer has completely changed her life. “I love it so much because the girls that you become so close with on the field, [that] translates to off the field. You’re always around

them and it leads to great chemistry on the field during games. The emotions that come over you really take control. After you win a game, the feeling is like nothing else.” Neary has already spent some time with her future teammates at Siena, and is eager to join them next year. “I watch a lot of their games and they seem like so much fun... I’m super excited for the opportunity to play with them.” We here at Anton Media Group wish Briana the best of luck — go team!

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2023 participants in the Art Guild High School Show. (Photo by the Art Guild)

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their work. With high school students, that mission is even more important.” Mingxi Zheng from Roslyn High School was awarded first place for “Disguiser”. Ava DeAngelis from Oyster Bay High School was awarded second place for “A Pearl”. Anastasia Kupla from Our Lady of Mercy took third place for “Sorrowing Young Girl”. Honorable Mentions were Abigail Ho from Syosset High School, Sarai Feliciano from Valley Stream High School and Samantha DiVito from Paul D. Schreiber High School. All winners were awarded certificates of “Recognition, Achievement, and Appreciation” from Supervisor Jennifer DeSena of the Town of North Hempstead, Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte of the Town of North Hempstead, and New York State Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti. The 2023 Nassau County High School show will be on display at Elderfield Preserve until November 25, 2023. Educators, family, friends and community members are invited to view the gallery. Our next event will be the Art From The Heart 10x10 Silent Auction Party and Fundraiser. It’ll be held on December 2, 2023 at The Art Guild. For more information go to https://www.theartguild. org/10x10. —Submitted by the Art Guild of Long Island

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n November 5, 2023, The Art Guild unveiled its High School Art Exhibition to a crowd of three hundred attendees. The exhibition showcased artwork in a variety of mediums including watercolor, oil, charcoal, colored pencil and digital media as well as some three-dimensional pieces. The submissions ranged in subject matter from self-portraits and still-life drawings to abstracts and social statements. In total, students from high schools all across Nassau County submitted almost three hundred works of art. “It was exciting to see such a high quality of work in this student exhibition”, said Juror Robyn Cooper, who currently teaches art at Adelphi University. Eighty-one pieces of art were accepted into the show. “The maturity of their subject matter and wide range of materials and techniques made judging extremely challenging,” observed Ms. Cooper. “It is inspiring to see young artists have a strong sense of self and be able to communicate their ideas clearly through their art.” The Art Guild has been curating a High School Show since it moved into its current space at Elderfields Preserve in 2009. Ilene Silberstein, co-president of The Art Guild, said “One of our missions is to provide artists with an opportunity to showcase

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Sometimes, you have the stuff first and you look for the right container to keep it in. But this week, the container will come first. It will come in the form of an empty box, a blank page, the rich potential of a relationship, or a block of unscheduled time. Don’t hesitate to decide how to fill it, or it will be decided for you.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s important to be great at a job, and this week, it’s equally important to let people know you’re great at it, otherwise you won’t get the chance to share your skills. Whatever time you spend on your craft, spend the same amount of time getting the word out about what you do with savvy marketing.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Exercise takes a lot of energy, but it gives the energy back to you with interest. You’ll be a magnet for pursuits that follow this kind of math. Also, you’ll immediately detect the environments, people and activities with the potential to drain you, and you should run the other way from situations that detract from your power and focus. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Silence is a more popular virtue than truth, and for good reason. The truth requires discernment. Not all truths are kind, helpful, relevant or yours to share. On the other hand, silence is flexible. It fills and empties at the same time. We crave it, need it and depend on it for peace and contrast. Silence gives shape to sound.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A reality is coming together for you. You’ll see glimpses in your imagination and feel it in the sensations of your inner world. As you lean into what is forming, you’ll forge a path, first in your subconscious and then in your future. Nature will work through you as you magnetize just what you need to grow. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Because you know what it feels like to be at odds with yourself, you treasure the congruency you feel in this week of total alignment. You’ll feel good because there’s nothing you must compensate for or hide. All of you seems to want the same thing so you can put your whole self into pursuits, and the world makes room. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’re in an experimental mood and will come at relationships differently. Instead of performing to please people, you’ll take a step back and invite your curiosity to help you connect. You’ll be more observant and have fewer expectations. You’ll leave space for people to surprise you with their contributions. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). There’s a memory that still agitates you when it pops to mind. Rest assured, the event is safely kept in the past. You very well may be the only one who remembers or is bothered. You’ll get beyond this. After you chalk it up to a learning experience and let the negative associations go, peace will come to find you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You have fielded your share of tactlessness from outspoken people who are oblivious to the impact of their words. It’s made you uniquely qualified to manage groups, keep conversations on track and take care of sensitive souls in need of protection. You’ll be fondly regarded for making life kinder and safer. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Feeling isolated is a trick of the mind -- a misreading of your true status. You are not marooned on an island in the middle of an endless sea. You have people, lots of people, and each can connect you to a resource you need. You also have space to create your life. You’ll ponder all that’s available and feel spoiled for options.

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can then gain the lead and play a third round of the suit for you to ruff. This brings us to the accompanying deal where West led the A-K of diamonds, on which East played the 2-3 and declarer the 5-6. West then shifted to a low spade, expecting his partner, who had strongly supported spades during the bidding, would win with the ace and return a diamond for him to ruff. But South won with the ace, drew trump and finished down only one (200 points) instead of down two (500 points), which would have been the result had West led a club instead of a spade at trick three. East complained bitterly, contending that West should have led a club at trick three. He argued that if he had held the ace of spades, he would have played his jack of diamonds on West’s king at trick two as a suit-preference signal, indicating that he had an entry in spades. This would be in keeping with the standard agreement that the play of an unnecessarily high card in this type of situation is a signal for the higher-ranking side suit to be led. By extension, East argued further, his play of the three of diamonds — a low card — asked for a club return at trick three. East was right.

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100 Great Neck students and adults attended “Celebrating Veterans In Great Neck” (Julie each rally. We attracted speakers such as the Prisco, Nov. 8-14) reminded me of my past as- late Jewish Defense League founder Rabbi sociation with the American Legion Charles A. Meyer Kehane and many politicians including Republican Raymond Rice and Conservative Fowler Jr. Post #160. Many decades ago, they Lolla Camardi, who were both running against owned a building located at 468 Great Neck then Great Neck Democrat CongressmemRd. It was located across the street from Sears ber Lester Wolff. They ended up splitting the Robuck. Both facilities are long gone. The American Legion was generous enough opposition vote against Wolff in the November 1970 general election. This gave the liberal to allow my Great Neck South High School Democrat Wolff another term. chapter of Young Americans For Freedom (a After the shooting of four students protestconservative-libertarian student organization for students) to host separate Honor America ing the Vietnam War at Kent State in Ohio, Great Neck South High School, like many and Support Our Serviceman rallies in the around the nation, was shut down due to spring of 1970 in their building. This was protests and teach-ins. In the interest of equal during the height of the Vietnam War. Over

L EGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SAL E SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Mehdi Gabyzadeh a/k/a Mehdi Gabayzadeh; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 21, 2019 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 4, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 5 Pheasant Run, Kings Point, NY 11024. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Kings Point, New York, in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 1 Block 178 Lot 48. Approximate amount of judgment $2,848,401.13 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of ﬁled Judgment Index# 003161/2007. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Malachy Lyons, Jr., Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: September 28, 2023 11-22-15-8-1-2023-4T#243324-GN

CIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-M, Plaintiff, vs. AVRAHAM AGAGI, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Conﬁrming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 17, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 12, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 118 Colonial Avenue a/k/a 118 Colonial Road, Great Neck, NY 11021. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Thomaston, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 2, Block 207 and Lot 32. Approximate amount of judgment is $822,645.65 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of ﬁled Judgment Index # 2737/2013. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale. Kevin O’Brien, Esq, Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 223675-3 11-29-22-15-8-2023-4T#243373-GN

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time, I convinced our principal to conduct a seminar for those at the time, who supported our intervention in Vietnam. He wasn’t happy about classes having to be suspended twice within a few weeks. Being a young conservative/libertarian, it was swimming upstream with a handful of friends going against the always politically correct positions of faculty, other students and many Great Neck residents. I chartered two buses, carrying over 100 participants, using the American Legion Post as a jumping off point, to attend the national Honor America Day Rally in Washington, D.C. on July 4, 1970. We joined several hundred thousand people on the Washington Mall in our nation’s capital.

LEGAL NOTICES RIZ ING TH E ISSU ANCE OF NOT TO EX CEED $46,000,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID TOWN TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the increase and improvement of facilities of the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District, at the estimated maximum cost of $46,000,000. The period of probable usefulness applicable to the bonds issued is forty (40) years. The amount of obligations to be issued is not to exceed $46,000,000. A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the ofﬁce of the Town Clerk, Town Hall, 220 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New York. Dated: November 14, 2023 Manhasset, New York 11-22-2023-1T-#243605-GN

Y ork ( SN Y ) on 11/14/2023. Ofﬁce loc: Nassau County. SSNY designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copies of any process served against the LLC to 83 Somerset Dr. S., Great Neck, NY 11020 Purpose: Any lawful purpose or activity 12-27-20-13-6; 11-29-222023-6T-#243673-GN

In recognition for all of my activities that year, the local Great Neck American Legion post nominated me for a patriotic student award. One Sunday, in the fall of 1970, my picture, with award in hand, made the front page of the old daily Long Island Press. When visiting the Lakeville Library (still there 53 years later) across the street, or my doctors office in the Great Neck Medical Group NYU Langone Medical Center of Great Neck (which occupies the old American Legion Post site today), I have found memories of the original Charles A. Fowler, Jr. Post #160 and the veterans who served our nation so proudly. They were so kind to me and my fellow students.

rized is the increase and improvement of facilities of the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District, at the estimated maximum cost of $46,000,000. Theperiod of probable usefulness applicable to the bonds issued is forty (40) years. The amount of obligations to be issued is not to exceed $46,000,000. A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above L EGAL NOTICE shall be available for pub(NOTICE TO BE lic inspection during normal ATTACHED TO AND TO BE PUBLISHED WITH business hours at the office ofthe Town Clerk, Town RESOLUTION, AFTER Hall, 220 Plandome Road, ADOPTION) Manhasset, New York. NOTICE The resolution, a summary of Dated: November 14, 2023 which is published herewith, Manhasset, New York has been adopted on Novem- 11-22-2023-1T-#243681-GN ber 14, 2023, and the validity L EGAL NOTICE of the obligations authorized L EGAL NOTICE by such resolution may be PL EASE TAK E NOTICE NOTICE hereafter contested only if that the Board of Trustees of The resolution, a summary of such obligations were autho- the Inc. Village of Russell which is published herewith, rized for an object or purpose Gardens will hold a Public has been adopted on Novemfor which the Town of North Hearing and Regular Meeting ber 14, 2023, and the validity Hempstead, ni the County of on the 7 th day of December of the obligations authorized Nassau, New York, is not au- 2023 at 8: 00 P.M. at Village by such resolution may be thorized to expend money or Hall, located at 6 Tain Drive, hereafter contested only if if the provisions of law which Great Neck, New York. L EGAL NOTICE such obligations were authoshould have been complied PL EASE TAK E FU RTH ER rized for an object or purpose PLEASE TAKE NOTICE with as of the date of publi- NOTICE that the Board of for which the Town of North that the Village of Great Neck cation of this Notice were not Trustees will hold the Public Hempstead, in the County of Plaza will hold a public hear- substantially complied with, Hearing to consider L ocal Nassau, New York, is not au- ing on Wednesday, December and an action, suit or proceed- L aw ( 6-2023) . thorized to expend money or 6, 2023, at 7:00 PM at the ing contesting such validity A L OCAL L AW authorizing if the provisions of law which Village Hall, Two Gussack is commenced within twenty a property tax levy in excess should have been complied Plaza, Great Neck, New York days after the publication of of the limit established in with as of the date of publi- to consider a Conditional Use this Notice, or such obliga- General Municipal Law §3-c. cation of this Notice were not Permit for Xin Zhang to options were authorized in vio- Section One. Legislative Insubstantially complied with, erate a pet grooming business lation ofthe provisions ofthe tent and an action, suit or proceed- to be known as Paw Paw Pets constitution. It is the intent of this local law ing contesting such validity Studio Inc. located at 15 CutRagini Srivastava to allow the Village of Russell is commenced within twenty termill Rd., Great Neck. Town Clerk Gardens to adopt a budget for days after the publication of PLEASE TAKE FURTHER BOND RESOLUTION OF the fiscal year commencing this Notice, or such obliga- NOTICE that all persons in- THE TOWN OF NORTH 2024 that requires a real proptions were authorized in vio- terested in this matter will be HEMPSTEAD, NEW YORK, erty tax levy in excess of the lation of the provisions of the given an opportunity to be ADOPTED NOVEMBER “tax levy limit” as defined by heard at the public meeting. constitution. 14, 2023, APPROPRIATING General Municipal Law §3-c. BY ORDER OF THE $46,000,000 FOR THE IN- Authority Ragini Srivastava BOARD OF TRUSTEES CREASE AND IMPROVE- This local law is adopted purTown Clerk VILLAGE OF GREAT MENT OF FACILITIES OF suant to General Municipal BOND RESOL U TION OF NECK PLAZA THE GREAT NECK WA- Law §3-c (5), which expressTH E TOWN OF NORTH Ted Rosen, Mayor TER POLLUTION CON- ly authorizes a local governH EMPSTEAD, NEW Patricia O’Byrne, TROL DISTRICT, AND ment’s governing body to Y ORK , ADOPTED NOVClerk-Treasurer AUTHORIZING THE IS- override the property tax cap EMBER 14, 2023, APPROPRIATING $46 ,000,000 11-22-2023-1T-#243649-GN SUANCE OF NOT TO EX- for the coming fiscal year by FOR TH E INCREASE CEED $46,000,000 SERIAL the adoption of a local law L EGAL NOTICE AND IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF SAID TOWN approved by a vote of sixty OF FACIL ITIES OF TH E Notice of Formation: TO FINANCE SAID AP- percent (60%) of said governGREAT NECK WATER Gaki LLC ing body. PROPRIATION Articles of Organization filed The object or purpose for And on the proposal of L ocal POL L U TION CONTROL DISTRICT, AND AU TH O- with Se cretary of St ate of New which the bonds are autho- L aw ( 7- 2023) , A L ocal L aw 6, 2023, at 7:00 PM at the Village Hall, Two Gussack Plaza, Great Neck, New York to consider a Conditional Use Permit for Aleksandra Banasik to operate a dance studio to be known as Great Neck Ballroom Dance Studio located at 34 Middle Neck Rd., Great Neck. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that all persons interested in this matter will be given an opportunity ot be heard at the public meeting. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE OF GREAT NECK PLAZA Ted Rosen, Mayor Patricia O’Byrne, Clerk-Treasurer 11-22-2023-1T-#243521-GN

to amend Russell Gardens Code Chapter 55 entitled “Vehicles and Traffic Regulations”, Section One. Russell Gardens Code Chapter 55 entitled “Vehicles and Traffic”, subsection 55-4 entitled “Notice of Removal”, amended with the addition of a new subparagraph C And Section Two. Russell Gardens Code Chapter 55 entitled “Vehicles and Traffic”, subsection 55-7 entitled “Notice of Removal”. All people interested in this matter will be given an opportunity to be heard at said public hearing. A transcript will be provided at a later date. Copies of the law described above are on file in the Clerk’s office and are available for inspection during regular village office hours. Please check the Village website for updates. Dated: 11/22/2023 By Order of the Board of Trustees Inc. Village of Russell Gardens David M. Miller, Mayor Danielle Pennise, Village Clerk Treasurer 11-22-2023-1T-#243690-GN

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Judaism and the Kodak Instamatic: What Do folk-rock band Soul Zimra. We Do When the Ecosystem That Sustained “Andy, Marcus and Gary are good friends Us Begins to Transform? Rabbi Stoller beof mine, and as associate rabbi of Congregalieves that Dr. Rehfeld is the perfect Jewish tion B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim in Deerleader to address the congregation at this field, Illinois, I helped inspire them to form moment, as he leads HUC through challeng- Soul Zimra,” expressed Rabbi Stoller. “We es very similar to those TBE faces. collaborated on key projects, including a “As the demographics of the community musical evening minyan, leading a spiritual continue to shift and as the younger genera- and social action mission, and developing tions continue to search for a modern Juda- an integrated style of music and text study ism that speaks to their 21st-century needs, for Shabbat.” Jewish institutions like HUC and TBE need TBE’s spiritual leader is enthusiastically to be dynamic, flexible and creative,” Rabbi looking forward to this milestone weekend Stoller explained. “President Rehfeld under- and to its congregants experiencing Soul stands this and is leading the way toward a Zimra again on Saturday, Dec. 2, at 10:30 new and exciting vision for American Rea.m., when the group joins the clergy team form Judaism. We at TBE have a lot to learn in leading an integrated musical Torah study from his wisdom and bold decision-making, and Shabbat morning service. Rabbi A. Brian Stoller will be honored at and I believe he can help us imagine a future “I am very excited to celebrate with my TBE an Installation Service and 50th Birthday for our congregation that honors our past family, my good friends in Soul Zimra, my Celebration at Temple Beth-El on Friday, and secures our future.” parents and some of my dearest friends from December 1. (Contributed photo) Dr. Rehfeld continued, “The Jewish world in my past congregations in Chicago and Omaha North America is going through massive trans- who are planning to come,” the rabbi conteaching as an adjunct professor. “I admire how President Rehfeld is leading formation right now. If we look at what used to cluded. “It’s going to be a Shabbat filled with be, that is a story of decline. But if we ask what music, learning, spirituality and inspiration!” the college through these very challenging our purpose is, we can see a future arising that Great Neck’s first synagogue is located at times, as the landscape of American Jewish is dynamic and vibrant, even though it looks 5 Old Mill Rd. To learn more, call 516-487life is changing quickly and dramatically,” 0900, visit www.tbegreatneck.org or email declared Rabbi Stoller. “He has had to make much different than what came before.” Rabbi Stoller also has a strong connecinfo@tbegreatneck.org. some very difficult decisions as president, tion to the evening’s musical guests, Jewish —Submitted by Temple Beth El of Great Neck and I appreciate the way he has done so with thoughtful analysis, careful consideration of many different perspectives and a deep commitment to the future of HUC and American Reform Judaism. I am proud to call him a friend and teach on his faculty.” Dr. Rehfeld elaborated: “Brian and I got to Fresh content delivered to your mailbox each week! know each other soon after I began my role Local Politics • School News • Community Calendar • Local Sports at HUC, when he invited me to give a talk at Entertainment • Puzzles & Games • Events & Happenings • Classifieds his prior congregation in Omaha. He has a strong reputation as a teacher at the college, and I am looking forward to being with him in December.” The HUC president will discuss Reform

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Shigeno Okamoto of Great Neck, NY passed away peacefully on November 4th, surrounded by her family. As the daughter of Seiichiro and Naka Ohfuchi in the small village of Kotaka in Niigata, Japan, she met and married Hiroharu Okamoto from Wakayama, Japan in 1962. The couple immigrated to the US along with their three sons in 1973, embarking on an exciting new life and journey. Shigeno was the backbone of the family, raising three sons, supporting her husband, and contributing to her new community at large. She served as a teacher in a leadership position in the NY branch of Sogetsu, a renowned school of Japanese flower arrangement, and as the chairperson for the Sakura Chorus where she led innumerable performances among others, at the Great Neck Public Library. She is survived by her husband, three sons and daughters-in-law, and her four grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by everyone. The following is a link to a memorial fund - https://gofund.me/95589e4d set up in honor of Shigeno Okamoto. Proceeds will be donated to the Great Neck Library, an institution she cherished and helped support.

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North High Artist Wins Award From Cornell Cooperative Extension North High School senior Jacqueline Park has been honored with a Gold Level Award in the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County Student Art Competition. Her award-winning painting, “Sunflowers,” is currently on display at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County’s East Meadow Farm. Jacqueline’s painting will also be the featured artwork

for the month of September in the 2024 Long Island Gardening and Calendar Guide, a publication of the Cornell Cooperative Extension that provides home gardeners with daily information regarding best practices and research-based information. —Submitted by the Great Neck Public Schools District

“Sunflowers”

Jacqueline Park (Contributed photos)

SCHOOL NEWS UPK Registration for 2024–25 Registration for the Great Neck Public Schools Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program (UPK) for the 2024–25 school year will open on Dec. 1 and will remain open through the end of the school year. All registration applications for UPK must be submitted online. Parents are strongly encouraged to register their child(ren) for UPK during the “Early Registration” period from Dec. 1 through Dec. 20. Only applications submitted by Dec. 20 will be considered if a lottery is needed to determine student placement in a morning or afternoon session. Appointments to finalize applications will be scheduled from Jan. 16 through Jan. 24, 2024. If a lottery is necessary, it will take place in February 2024. The UPK program is offered to all district residents at no cost. In order to be eligible, children must be 4 years old by Dec. 1, 2024. The online registration application and instructions for submitting the necessary documents are available on the district website at www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/registration. The UPK program is housed in-district at two sites: Parkville School (10 Campbell St., New Hyde Park) for families residing within the Baker, Lakeville, and Saddle Rock elementary school zones; and Kennedy School (1A Grassfield Rd., Great Neck) for families residing within the Kennedy elementa-

ry school zone. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. District bus transportation is only provided to and from UPK for either the morning or the afternoon session. In compliance with the New York State Education Department, some students can attend the district’s UPK collaborative agency, Great Neck Community School, located at 225 Schenck Ave. School district bus transportation is not available to or from the Schenck Ave. location. The following documents are required for registration: proof of school district residency (in the form of either a deed; current tax bill, or closing statement, if ownership; or current signed lease or rental agreement, if rental; three pieces of current, official USPS mail; child’s original birth certificate; parent or guardian valid photo ID; parental control papers (if applicable); and child’s immunization certificate signed and stamped by a physician or an authorized health agency. Information about the registration process can be found on the district website at www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/registration. For additional information about early UPK registration, please contact the Registration Office by phone at 516-441-4080, or by e-mail at residency@greatneck.k12.ny.us. —Submitted by the Great Neck Public Schools District

SPORTS & RECREATION Boy Scout Troop 10 Completes Challenging Camping Trip In Constant Rain Troop 10 recently completed a very challenging overnight camping trip at Camp Bullowa in Stony Point, NY. The weekend in September was among the rainiest weekends we have encountered, with conditions only marginally better than on Long Island. Fortunately, it was not particularly cold, but the near constant rain presented logistical problems as well as challenging the attitudes of the scouts. Not to worry, though, as the scouts were under the leadership of our Senior Patrol Leader who led them through camp set up. First, they set up canopies under which they erected their free-standing dome tents which they then moved to their designated patrol sites. Forty scouts including 6 older scouts including 3 of our core leadership scouts and eight adult leaders set up tarps, canopies, tents, moved tables and set up cooking stations for each of the 9 patrols. After lunch they followed trail markers for a threemile hike which had its rugged moments. After the hike, the senior scouts set up stations of team building exercises through which the regular patrols rotated. The focus was skills, thoughtfulness and teamwork. Each patrol cooked on camp stoves and ate dinner according to menus they had planned with food they bought and then, with reasonable efficiency, they cleaned

up. Adults felt that morale would be further boosted by a campfire so dry wood was purchased locally, and the rain let up during the huge campfire in which each patrol put on a skit for everyone’s entertainment. It rained overnight but the campfire still had live embers in the morning! Each patrol cooked their breakfast with the menu they had planned with food they purchased, and after eating and clean up, tents and canopies and tarps were struck, and the campsite policed for trash. The scouts had a reflection identifying behaviors to stop, behaviors that were good and should be continued, and ideas for how to improve themselves as well as trips in the future. As the scouts loaded themselves into cars, the rain began to pour. During the trip, several scouts were able to complete requirements for their rank advancement, and all had gear to take home, clean or air out to prevent damage to our equipment. Troop 10 meets at the Manhasset-Lakeville Fire Department on 25 Prospect Street on Mondays at 8:00 p.m. on school days. If you are interested in joining Troop 10, please contact Dr. Dwight J Rosenstein at djrosenstein@gmail.com. —Written by Scoutmaster Dr. Dwight Rosenstein

The rugged three-mile hike in the rain.

The iconic Paul Bunyan statue towers as a reminder of the Scout Law: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful Morale boosted by the warmth of a huge campfire. (Contributed photos)

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Daughter Of Holocaust Survivors Shares Her Family Story In Documentary

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hat was originally supposed to be a movie meant to be kept in the family is now being shown in film festivals, including the Catalina Film Festival in California that took place from Sept. 20 to 24 and the Big Apple Film Festival that took place from Nov. 3 to 9 in New York City. The film was nominated for an award. The film, Stories For My Children’s Children: Lessons From The Holocaust, centers Sarah Putter Rolnick, a Woodmere resident whose parents survived the Holocaust. Her son, Daniel Rolnick, who now lives in Lynbrook, had tried to make a film with his iPhone, but he ended up reaching out to movie director Christopher Wells, originally from Glen Cove, who had done documentaries before. “They just wanted to keep the film for the family,” Wells said. “But when I read the notes of where this was going to go, I said well I think other people need to see this.” Inside her home, Putter Rolnick shares the stories of her parents, displaying photos and documents she has, in an hour long film. “It’s been an emotional roller coaster,”

Rolnick said, later adding “Every time it connects with people, we feel really good about it.” Putter-Rolnick’s mother, Genowefa Pioro, spent more than two years of her life living inside a barn, cellar and attic of a farmhouse 40 miles from Kraków, Poland with her family due to the generosity of the Oshika family. “It’s not, remember the Holocaust, it’s about, remember to be good to each other,” Rolnick said. “Remember that everybody is a human. It’s about remembering that in the face of evil and horror, even one person can make a difference, and so that’s what we want people to remember.” And while Pioro and her family may have stayed safe from the Nazi regime, they certainly suffered while they were in hiding from Nov. 8, 1942 until Jan. 20, 1945. They hid in different areas of the farm depending on the time of day and season, and often slept during the day in uncomfortable conditions. They used a chamber pot as a toilet, a bucket of water to clean themselves, and food was sparse. They had no way of connecting to loved ones. There was a constant fear of being discovered. In fact, during a routine search of the countryside, a Nazi was one hay bale away from finding the family inside the barn. Rolnick, after graduating college, had the opportunity to visit the farm where his

grandmother was hid, and meet with the family there. “The whole trip was incredible, because some of it was physically challenging because I didn’t speak Polish and they didn’t speak English, but through lots of desire to communicate, we had a great two days,” Rolnick said. “Personally, it was emotionally overwhelming, just to think about the suffering they went through.” Putter Rolnick’s father, Roman Putter, lived in Poland and had served in the army, as did his brother. Before the war, Putter was married (not to Genowefa Pioro) and had two sons. In March of 1943, the Nazis came to “relocate” the Putter family when their older son was 10 and younger son was about four or five. They separated Putter’s wife and youngest son as he tried to intervene, but the soldier smashed Putter’s face with his rifle. Putter, his older son, his brother and sisterin-law were together in a camp in Kraków from March of 1943 to December of 1943, when Putter’s son was taken away. Putter, his brother and sister-in-law, who were then moved to other camps, survived the war, but his wife, two sons and nephew did not, in addition to six other family members who did not survive. After the war, the Pioro family was unable to return home, so they went to Kraków, as did Putter. Pioro and Putter ended up meeting in September of 1945, and quickly

got married. They moved to a displaced persons camp and lived there from the fall of 1945 to June of 1949. Putter Rolnick was born in July of 1946, and in June of 1949, the family emigrated to the United States aboard the USS General Mueller, an American troop ship. Later in life, Putter Rolnick came to learn that her father survived because he was a “Schindler Jew,” meaning he was a part of roughly 1,200 Jewish people who were saved by Oskar Schindler during the Holocaust. Because of his intervention, this group was afforded protected status as industrial workers. In the process of making the film, Wells said Putter Rolnick was nervous, so he’d have her look at her son, Rolnick, while she was talking. “Sarah is a little bit of a celebrity at these festivals because she’s such a sweet person, and everyone loves her and recognizes her,” Wells said. The film was shot over four days, one day for B-Roll. The editing process took threeand-a-half months. To follow the film and keep up to date with future screenings, visit www.kpictures. com/lessons-from-the-holocaust.

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