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Local Knitting Brigade Helps People Stay Warm

Glen Cove Gurdwara’s Knitting Brigade celebrates 10th anniversary

the month, in the afternoons in the temple, in Glen Cove. And we need them to crochet and it’s like a social group, we talk about other things.”

In their initiative to donate blankets to people impacted by the war in Ukraine, they brought over 300 blankets to St. Patrick’s Church in Glen Cove.

Agroup of passionate Sikh community members meets biweekly to knit and crochet blankets, baby clothes, hats and mittens to donate to veterans, hospitals, group homes, and most recently, people impacted by the war in Ukraine.

On Aug. 11, the Knitting Brigade celebrated their 10th anniversary with a celebration at the Glen Cove Gurdwara.

Ami Walia, the founder of the Knitting Brigade, was inspired to start it 10 years ago when her son recommended that she put her knitting talents to good use. She formed the club with the Gurdwara’s priest’s wife, Charanjeet Kaur. It became very popular among senior women.

“There were two good things which came out of this one is; you know, seniors were excited that we’re going to meet the group every Friday,” said Jasleen Sabharwal, a member and active volunteer at the Glen Cove Gurdwara. “And then they put that time into not only talking about how the week went or discussing the family, but they would also knit together. And then once the goods were done they would deliver it to their veterans homes and nursing homes. Sometimes for infants, doing baby blankets.”

Walia also encourages members to stretch and work on their balance. Members enjoy celebrating each other’s birthdays during meetings.

“I know seniors, they go through these phases of depression,” Sabharwal said. “Even though they’re living in a family, there’s times when there should be a me

time. And the temple has given them that space, where they come to meet Fridays and have a tea and snacks after they’re finished. So it gives them a chance to do some philanthropic events. We call it Seva, which is written in our holy book, that human beings’ first responsibilities is towards other human beings. If they’re distressed, they should always help out, they should drop everything and just be the first person to help. So they’re kind of

upkeeping that, using their own money to buy the woolens... and whatever they knit, they donate.”

Walia explained that when the group first started, there were about 30 to 32 members, but some unfortunately passed away. Members also stopped returning because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I’m trying to see if I can enroll some other people,” Walia said. “We still meet twice a month, second and fourth Friday of

“When this war started, I saw on the news how people were hurting and how they needed stuff,” Walia said. “So I made a few phone calls to churches... [St. Patrick’s] said they would take the stuff and then I went and delivered, like 300 to 400 blankets to them.”

Walia explained that this initiative was a little different than ones in the past, because usually she and fellow Knitting Brigade members hand the goods to the people that will receive them.

“I want to hand them to the person they’re meant for,” Walia said. “If we go to a nursing home, we see people in a wheelchair, we’ll just hand it to them and say it’s a gift for you. We don’t make a big deal... I went to a church one time, more than one time in Hempstead... They loved us [because our group] makes beautiful stuff. And the person in charge said she’ll take it and I had to refuse. ‘No, sorry you will not just take that.’ You know, it’s hard work.”

When asked what the next mission for the Knitting Brigade will be, Walia said the group will probably give veterans blankets for Veteran’s Day.

“They are grateful, they are appreciative,” Walia said of the people who receive the knitted goods. “But other than that, I don’t expect anything. It is really something I wanted to do. And then you’ve got a good bunch of friends who do it with me and that’s about it. We’re not looking for any accolades or anything, you know, it is what it is. We enjoy doing it. And it’s a good cause. That’s all.”

Ami Walia, the founder of the Knitting Brigade, with quilts. (Photo courtesy the Sikh Coalition)

Sea Cliff Mini Mart Is Not So Mini Popular street fair coming to Sea Cliff Oct. 1

JENNIFER CORR

jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

On Oct. 1, Sea Cliff Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., will be bustling with vendors, shoppers, music, activities and so much more as part of the 51st annual Sea Cliff Mini Mart, an event by the Kiwanis Club of North Shore Long Island. Because it’s a popular month for street fairs, making the vendors very busy, and the complications involved in closing down Sea Cliff Avenue, there is no rain date for this event. It’s rain or shine.

Over the past three years, the annual street fair has experienced some bumps and hurdles, including COVID-19 and hazardous weather, but this year, as long as there’s decent weather, Mini Mart will be back and better than ever.

“I have to tell you, I am the most excited I’ve ever been about Mini Mart,” said Lisa Larsen Hill. “Mini Mart started as just one block in Sea Cliff and it was done by the local residents, and this was back in 1964. And, they did it for 10 to 12 years and then it had 10,000 people and the mayor at that time [Edward Stiles] really wanted to put Sea Cliff on the map and have people come and look at it.”

According to a press release from the Kiwanis Club of North Shore, Stiles had enlisted the help of resident and artist Madison Kle to recruit local professional and amateur artists, along with wellknown names in the art world. The event, known as the “Square Mile of Art,” gave Sea Cliff its reputation as an “artsy town.”

Sea Cliff resident Lois Eckland, with Jim Aiello and Jay Powers, ran the Mini Mart for 10 years.

“For the local people, it just got too much for them,” Larsen Hill said. “And at the time, the president of the Kiwanis,

Arthur Hubbs, he’s no longer with us, but what a wonderful man he was, he volunteered the organization to run Mini Mart, and we’ve been doing it ever since.”

Larsen Hill explained that this year, Mini Mart will be returning to its roots by putting an emphasis on hosting vendors who sell handcrafted items.

Fifty vendors from the local area, including in Sea Cliff, Glen Cove, Glen Head and Glenwood Landing, as well as 133 vendors from the rest of Nassau, Suffolk and beyond, a lot of them new, applied to sell handcrafted items this year.

“You’re talking about sculptures, jewelry, handmade quilts, hand-blown

What Would You Like To See In

Downtown Glen Cove?

The Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) is seeking residents’ ideas for the future of Downtown Glen Cove.

The input will be incorporated into the City of Glen Cove’s application for Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant funding from New York State.

Share your ideas via email to afangmann@glencovecda.org and jwenk@ glencovecda.org before Sept. 14.

The BID was also collecting ideas at the

last Glen Cove Downtown Sounds event. The last performance of the summer was from That 70’s Band.

Downtown Sounds filled downtown Glen Cove with music all summer long on Fridays. It’s a very popular event that draws people from the community and beyond to Village Square. People enjoy bringing their chairs, enjoying outdoor dining at many of the nearby restaurants and dancing.

—Information provided by the Glen Cove Downtown BID

ornaments, crocheted hats and toys,” Larsen Hill explained. “This one I loved, up-cycled art. One of the vendors took things that are just old stuff and made them into new sculptures. There’s hand embroidered art, cutting boards. There’s just an incredible variety and really unique, beautiful stuff. So, there’s also activities for the children, face-painting. There is hair braiding. We have some local authors. It’s just an amazing array of great, wonderful items.”

Over 20 booths, manned by local restaurants on Sea Cliff Avenue, will be selling local bites.

“People who are not familiar with Sea

Cliff get to experience the quaint shops and the restaurants right there on the street,” Larsen Hill said. “It’s also a place where people have a lot of reunions happen. High school reunions happen because everybody loves Mini Mart. It’s just this great street fair that happens. You have music, you have this great art, there’s food and beverages... It’s just a really terrific atmosphere.”

The Sea Cliff Mini Mart serves as a fundraiser for many local organizations, including the Kiwanis Club of North Shore Long Island, which supports local school scholarships, Kamp Kiwanis for Children, Kiwanis Pediatric Center, Klothes for Kids and Koats for Kids. Recently, the Kiwanis brought several children to JCPenney’s for a day of back-to-school shopping. They also support Mommas House, which provides housing and support services to young mothers. They also sent a group of kids to the Kamp Kiwanis summer camp.

“Here’s the money we raised, and here’s what we do,” Larsen Hill said. “We work with the nurses in the school... and they let us know who would need this service. Then we take the kids to JCPenney. JCPenney gives us 30 percent discount and because we’re a nonprofit, we don’t pay taxes... These kids get their sneakers, gotta have their sneakers, they get a coat, they get shirts and pants, they have socks. They’re all set to go to school. They are just so cheerful and so thankful. And then we take them out for pizza afterwards and it’s just a lovely day. You get as much as you give.”

Before going to this year’s Mini Mart, it’s important to know how and where to park.

There is a continual bus route from Tappen Beach on Shore Road in Glenwood Landing from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

No dogs, except for service dogs, are allowed. Because there is so much foot traffic, it can be dangerous for both the dogs and fellow event-goers.

People gathered in front of Village Square on Aug. 25 for the last Glen Cove Downtown Sounds of the summer. (Photo by Gill Associates Photography)

The Sea Cliff Mini Mart is always a very popular event, bringing in 10,000 to 12,000 people. (Photos courtesy the Kiwanis Club of North Shore Long Island)

People Loving People Holds Annual Backpack Drive Ahead Of New School Year

After-school program will continue to help local families

JENNIFER CORR

jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

People Loving People, located at 123 Audrey Ave. in Oyster Bay, is more than just a food pantry.

Founded during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of volunteers started handing out food in the Oyster Bay community, eventually gaining their own storefront.

“People Loving People started about three-and-a-half years ago,” said Valarie Monroy, the founder and director of operations at People Loving People. “We, including myself, my sister Donna Galgano and our other partner Gina Kang, were running a food pantry in Manhasset for our church, a very large food pantry. And my sister, who was living in Oyster Bay at the time, felt that there was a need there, either for the seniors that live there or for the community that lives off of the main street. It is a food desert. Because if you don’t drive in Oyster Bay, the nearest food store is Stop & Shop, which is far.”

In the beginning, People Loving People hosted pop-up distributions at the Oyster Bay Community Center. Today, they host two food shares a week at their storefront. Over 40 volunteers come twice a week to help distribute the food. The pantry is open on Wednesday for Oyster Bay community members from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. and for people outside the community (Bayville, East Norwich, Glen Cove and surrounding communities) from 3:30 to 6 p.m. It is also open Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

“For a lot of the senior citizens there, their medication is extremely expensive,” Monroy said. “A lot of things aren’t covered. And if they have to choose between picking up a medication and buying food, that shouldn’t be a choice anyone should have to make.”

But People Loving People does not only distribute food. They provide for other needs, such as school supplies, and they operate an after-school program where students can get tutoring and their parents can take English lessons.

People Loving People has been receiving backpack and school supply donations from local organizations like the Oyster Bay

Community Foundation, Oyster Bay Rotary Club and the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce. Residents have also been buying needed items off of the organization’s Amazon Wish List. On Aug. 28, People Loving People hosted a distribution event for the supplies.

Even students pitched in to provide supplies for their peers. A high school student named Rose Lindstrom helps every year by hosting her own school supply drive. She also helps hand out the supplies to the students.

“She’s absolutely amazing,” said Monroy. “This is her third year doing this.”

GOAT USA, which sells athletic wear, also donated top-of-the-line clothing to the drive.

“It’s a very expensive brand that a lot of kids have, and unless you have the money to buy it, you’re not going to have it,” Monroy explained. “They donated pounds of clothing to us. So we were able to give the kids back-to-school outfits as well.” When parents and students receive the backpacks, supplies and back-to-school outfits, Monroy said they are often relieved.

“School supplies are very expensive,” Monroy said. “And especially backpacks. You can use the backpacks year to year, but kids love going back to school with a new backpack every year. It’s a big thing for these kids. It’s a nice thing. That’s why it’s so important for us to make sure we can do this for them. Because I want them to have the same feeling of joy that they get to go back to school, and not have to worry.”

People Loving People does not stop providing for students once school starts and the students are ready, donned with their new clothes, backpacks and school supplies. Throughout the year, People Loving People hosts the “Homework Helpers” program on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Students and their parents can sign up online or at the pantry, and the program, which is free, is led by two adults, as well as high school volunteers from the community and Nassau County Legislator Josh Lafazan’s Community Volunteer Program.

“There is a big language barrier for the parents and it’s very hard for them to help children with their homework when they can’t read or write the language, English,” Monroy said. “While the kids are in their Homework Helpers program, we’re offering English classes to the parents... which will help them communicate with their children’s teachers, people in their

community, with the doctors that they see. They always have to bring a child that speaks the language to communicate with them, and it’s hard. The kid doesn’t always want to be the translator.”

For more information about People Loving People, visit peoplelovingpeople.net.

Other Local Backpack Drives:

The North Shore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted their third annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway event at North Shore High School on Aug. 29. The chamber posted on their Facebook that the drive had a great turnout and was a success.

The Glen Cove Youth Bureau hosted the Annual Fill a BookBag Drive. Senator Jack

Martins participated in the drive, encouraging constituents to bring supplies to the Glen Cove Youth Bureau, as well as his district office in Mineola. The Glen Cove Kiwanis, as well as other community members, also donated supplies.

State Assemblymember Charles Lavine’s office sponsored a back-to-school supplies drive, collecting supplies at his district office in Glen Cove, the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, the Oyster BayEast Norwich Public Library and the Bryant Public Library in Roslyn.

If you are part of an organization or know of an organization that took part in a back-to-school supplies drive, email jcorr@ antonnews.com to be recognized in the Sept. 13 edition of the Glen Cove Oyster Bay Record Pilot.

Volunteers from People Loving People helped distribute backpacks, clothing and school supplies on Aug. 28. (Photos courtesy People Loving People)

Back-to-school drives provide parents and students a way to get access to school supplies without having to face the financial hardship that comes with increasing costs. (Photo courtesy Unsplash)

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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SUNDAY, SEPT. 10

17th Annual Glen Cove Mela 2023

The Sikh Forum Inc. presents the 17th Annual Glen Cove Mela from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur, 100 Lattingtown Road, Glen Cove. Enjoy a full day of celebrations, from free health screenings to free vegetarian food and drinks provided by local restaurants. Kids can enjoy rides, petting zoos, face paintings, arts and crafts and more. There will also be performances.

MONDAY, SEPT. 11

City of Glen Cove 9/11

Sunset Remembrance

Ceremony

There will be a 22nd anniversary 9/11 ceremony at Pratt Park, next to the Glen Cove Fire Department, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call the Office of Mayor Pamela Panzenbeck at 516-676-2004.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 14

She Said at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library

The library at 89 E Main St. in Oyster Bay from 2 to 4:10 will be showing She Said, which follows two New York Times reporters who helped popularize the #MeToo movement and shattered decades of silence around the subject of sexual assault in Hollywood. The movie is rated R.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 22

Friends of the Glen Cove Public Library Book Sale

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brary, 4 Glen Cove Ave. in Glen Cove, will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale will include books and audio-visual materials for all ages. All proceeds will go to the Friends of the Glen Cove Public Library.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 23

Downtown Glen Cove Wellness Day

Enjoy a free wellness event for the community from the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District that will include fitness classes and holistic vendors at Glen Cove Village Square at 10 a.m.

Second Annual Glen Cove Fall Family Festival

Join the Glen Cove Chamber for a fun day with the family at a fall festival, held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Simpkins Park at Garvies Point, Glen Cove (adjacent to 300 Herb Hill Road). Visit local businesses and vendors featured at the event. Free admission for families with free bounce house and inflatables, carnival games and prizes, airbrush body art and fun activities for the kids. Food trucks will also be at the festival offering delicious food, drinks and treats.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 26

Oyster Bay Historical Society Benefit and Annual Fundraiser

Enjoy a delightful evening at The Crescent Beach Club, 333 Bayville Ave. in Bayville, at 6 p.m. and support the Oyster Bay Historical Society and its mission to preserve the past and protect the future. All proceeds from the evening’s event will go towards future events, exhibits and programs, which support vital initiatives aimed at enriching the history of Oyster Bay. For more information, email obhsdirector@optonline.net.

ONGOING EVENTS:

Oyster Bay Market

Enjoy this food driven market that also supports local small business, nonprofits and community organizations. Starting June 4, this event will take place on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Town of Oyster Bay Hall, 74 Audrey Ave. in Oyster Bay. There are food, drinks, crafts, music and much more. For guest vendor opportunities, email the team at oysterbaymarket@gmail.com

Deep Roots Farmers Market

On Saturdays through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Garvies Point Park on Garvies Point Road in Glen Cove, the Deep Roots Farmers Market will be open. Enjoy a great selection of fresh and local goods from Long Island.

Moriches Field Brewing Company received $18,750 to revitalize an empty downtown space.

Revitalization grants are just one of the ways we help businesses on Long Island and in the Rockaways. For Moriches Field Brewing Company, a grant from our economic development program was a perfect fit to help them renovate a previously vacant property. A discount through our Vacant Space Revival Program saved them more than $4,000 on their electric bills, and rebates for upgrading to LED lighting are keeping them saving month after month.

Helping revitalize our Island, one business at a time, is something we’re proud to be part of and something definitely worth celebrating.

Grants | Rebates | Incentives | Assessments | Community Support

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(Cheers to that.)

While Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, it is actually a holiday to recognize the contribution of the American worker to our collective prosperity. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, “before it was a federal holiday, Labor Day was recognized by labor activists and individual states. After municipal ordinances were passed in 1885 and 1886, a movement developed to secure state legislation. New York was the first state to introduce a bill, but Oregon was the first to pass a law recognizing Labor Day, on February 21, 1887. During 1887, four more states –Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York – passed laws creating a Labor Day holiday. By the end of the decade, Connecticut, Nebraska and Pennsylvania had followed suit. By 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday, and on June 28, 1894, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday.”

Funnily enough, two labor activists named Maguire, both from the 19th century, lay claim to the founding of Labor Day. The Department of Labor states that “Some records show that in 1882, Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a co-founder of the American Federation of Labor, suggested setting aside a day for a ‘general holiday for the laboring classes’ to honor those ‘who from rude nature have delved and carved all the grandeur we behold.’”

However, more recent research supports the claim of Matthew Maguire, an unrelated machinist from Paterson, NJ, who proposed the holiday in 1882 while serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York.

The first proposal for the holiday suggested that the day should be celebrated with a parade to display “the strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations”, followed by parties and festivities.

The effort to organize is actually as old as the nation itself. According to History.com, “The origins of the labor movement lay in the formative years of the American nation, when a free wage-labor market emerged in the artisan trades late in the colonial period. The earliest recorded strike occurred in 1768

when New York journeymen tailors protested a wage reduction. The formation of the Federal Society of Journeymen Cordwainers (shoemakers) in Philadelphia in 1794 marks the beginning of sustained trade union organization among American workers.”

Celebrating labor was not always in fashion, however. It is worth remembering that people literally fought and died for the right to organize and collectively bargain for better working conditions.

One notable strike is the Colorado Labor Wars, where the laborers of the Western Federation of Miners were pitted against the mine owners, who were backed by the state government. This dispute went on for two years, from 1903 to 1905. During that time, martial law was imposed and the National Guard was brought in to put down the strike.

Another strike that involved military conflict is the Battle for Blair Mountain, which was also a mining dispute. More than 100 people died in this conflict, which took place in 1921 and was part of the Coal Wars. It is the largest labor uprising in US history. The conflict ended when the Army arrived on the scene, as many of the miners were veterans themselves and would not fire on the soldiers.

Many of the rules and regulations workers enjoy today owe their passage to these conflicts, such as the eight hour work day and the 40 hour week, overtime pay and retirement benefits. The labor movement also led efforts to end child labor, provide health benefits and support workers who were injured on the job.

While membership in labor unions has declined since their heyday in the 1950s, organized labor has seen a resurgence in recent years. Amazon, Starbucks, and Verizon have all experienced attempts at organization, with varying degrees of success, Unions remain a force for labor, both

in the field and in government. “Unions continue to be the driving force behind higher wages, safer working conditions and better benefits, while providing unmatched job security for workers and their families. Now more than ever, we rely on our unions to protect and raise up the middle class against the various forces in society that continue to chip away at that stability and peace of mind.” Ron Gurrieri, CSEA Local 830 President, said in an email.

So as the summer ends and the focus shifts from fun to fall, it is worth remembering how many of the current work benefits are owed to these brave pioneers. Happy Labor Day.

(Photo by DPL.gov)

A Blair Mountain miner. (Public Domain)

BRUCE A. BLAKEMAN

The Local Melee Over Migrants, Part I

One journalist’s brief journey through recent political hotspots

known and admired the world over. Others were simply passing through after a long journey on foot and by bus or boat, trying to get to Chicago, or Canada, or back to Texas, or willing to accept whatever bus or plane ticket that officials in New York, Texas, Florida, Arizona, or other places were offering to new arrivals at the time.

Regardless of one’s stance in the voting booth, it’s apparent that our region has recently been rocked by the ongoing migrant crisis, wherein millions of people around the world are travelling far from home to seek better economic, environmental, and/or sociopolitical ground for themselves and their families. In New York State, migrants and frequently asylum-seekers from places like Ukraine, West Africa, South and Central America, and the Carribbean have been arriving in our cities and towns, and in many cases struggling to access the legal or even day-to-day resources they need to start a life here.

In some cases migrants have been bussed or flown to New York under false pretenses or against their will by other states, but most that I’ve spoken to in the past year or so seemed to be feeling happy and inspired about arriving in New York, a place that is

In Nassau County, the public and political tensions, conflicts, and confusion surrounding this reality have recently come to a head where Queens County borders New Hyde Park and Floral Park, at the massive and historical Creedmoor Psychiatric Center. The Creedmoor campus includes not only the Creedmoor Psychiatric Hospital to the north, just across from Alley Pond Park, but more than 50 acres of mostly green space dotted with brick buildings that house numerous rehab and long-term care facilities, a childcare center, and various other public services. On the southern edge of the Creedmoor community campus, in a parking lot off Hillside Avenue, several large tents were erected recently to feed, bathe, and provide cots to up to 1000 single male migrants. The Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center (HERRC) also provides some services on site, such as phone access, and registration for basic

medical services, and has reportedly filled up quickly. The Creedmoor campus is also where a plan to develop housing, with 3000 units to start, was put forth with support from Governor Kathy Hochul and Queens Boro President Donovan Richards earlier this year.

When I visited Creedmoor and the HERRC there, it was in the days following multiple protests and press conferences there, where embattled U.S. Rep. George Santos declared that we should close our

borders, and where Curtis Sliwa, a Guardian Angels founder who was formerly both a candidate for NYC mayor and married to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, planned and executed his own arrest (which he has done two more times in other locations in the week since, in addition to holding a rally outside a Brooklyn Toys ‘R Us against the proposed HERRC at isolated Floyd Bennett Field).

It was very quiet at Creedmoor campus

(Photos by Janet Burns)

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on Thursday, August 24 as the sun shone for a while before the late-afternoon rains came. A few older men and women walked in paths across its wide, slightly overgrown lawns, or sat on porches of pre- or post-war group homes. Down on Hillside Ave., two women sat in chairs to check shelter residents’ lanyard IDs at the entrance to the HERRC, with a few scattered NYPD cruisers parked nearby. A handful of residents boarded city buses that came and went, or walked slowly toward Jamaica.

Across the street, in a small area of benches north of Detective William T. Gunn Playground, around ten people, mostly younger men from Africa, sat or chatted quietly with each other or with Healthfirst representatives to register for basic health check-ups or care from the state (such as bloodwork, or some free acetominophen). Two young people, a high schooler volunteering for a credit and a medical student planning to apply for residency soon, sat at a mostly bare folding table and smiled in welcome. They explained their role, and the high-schooler noted that neither of them spoke Spanish or French, so there had been a language barrier.

Shortly after, two men walked up with a few questions in Spanish, for which the medical student brought out his phone with a live translation app, which proved to be pretty slow. I get by in Spanish, having learned it in school, so I asked, “What’s going on, guys?” and proceeded to translate back and forth for several minutes about how to receive the free medical check-up, whether a referral could be made for optometry (to replace one of the men’s thick, three-year old lenses; “three years,” he tried out carefully and successfully in English), and whether the Healthfirst intake specialist on site, who was helping a group of three young men in French, would be there doing enrollments for a while longer (the men speaking in Spanish had just gotten off work, were

hungry, and wanted to go eat quickly at the HERRC). In English I asked the specialist, whose eye I’d caught with my press badge and then again with my minutes of translation, and she nodded.

At one point, the medical student asked me how old one man was; he was 51. That meant he was also entitled to an endoscopy, the student said, which I explained for a bit, with decent success, before the man’s friend added, “Tu colon.” I joked, “Bienvenido a los Estados, cómo está su colon?”

Before the men left to eat lunch, the Healthfirst specialist called to and nodded again at the volunteers, who produced an almost-finished box of a dozen Dunkin Donuts, and the doctor smiled toward the three of us to take one. The men hesitated then took them appreciatively. I declined, but was assured, “We have lots.” So I accepted the last one in that box, having missed lunch myself. It was chocolate.

As I headed back north to where I’d parked, a saw a pair of young men in their late teens or early 20s walking excitedly in the same direction. They quietly said “Good morning” as they passed me, a bit shyly.

As I continued walking slowly, taking in the green campus and lawns around me, another pair of young men passed, one with his arm around the other. As I rounded the corner, I saw that they were heading into a gleaming mosque across the street from Creedmoor, and then they were gone.

There you are, standing in the kitchen, and your son reaches into the cabinet for yet another Oreo. inside your stomach sinks and once again you tell little Johnny “enough with the cookies.” Has mom suddenly turned into the “FOOD POLICE”? This scenario is all too common. I had one mom tell me she started secretly marking the boxes and jars to keep track of what was missing. Keeping our families healthy is crucial, it’s important to teach our children good fundamentals of healthy eating habits. The keys to reaching or staying at a healthy weight are regular exercise and good eating habits. Some people think exercise and good eating require lots of effort or planning. But that’s not true. In fact, the best way to work them into our lives is by making small changes that gradually become part of our routine. Below are tips for keeping our teens healthy.

TIPS:

• Budget your time—and money—by creating a planner that will detail the daily school-day lunches for that month. Make use

COLUMNS

Healthy Back To School Ideas

BY AMANDA OLSEN

September 15 - New Moon. The Moon will be located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This is the best time to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight.

September 19 - Neptune at Opposition. The blue giant planet will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. It will

ALL ARROWS POINT BACK TO NUTRITION

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of Sunday leftovers and use fresh produce as soon as you buy it. Create a weekly shopping list to reduce trips to the store and allocate healthy prepackaged snacks for days without fresh fruit.

• The way food is presented affects how a diner perceives flavor; this is true even for kids. Make an effort to keep dishes looking attractive, wrapped and served in cool containers, and packed in lunchboxes that reflect the personality of your child.

• Before you plan the weekly lunch

menu, ask your child to identify five favorite food items that he or she would like to see in the lunchbox. Then encourage your kid to participate in the planning, preparing, and packing of the rest of the meals, creating a balanced menu of protein and complex carbs. Including them in the decision—and preparation—improves the chances that the lunch will actually get eaten.

• Even if he or she requests the same ham and cheese sandwich every day, it’s important to provide at least one or two different items in the lunchbox to expand a picky eater’s palate. However, throwing in a food your young food critic claims to hate will backfire, as they are likely to throw it out before trying it. Introduce those new or controversial foods at dinnertime, when your kid is presumably hungry and under your watchful eye.

• No matter how old your child is, include a sweet, encouraging note, a cartoon, a picture of the family pet, or even just a silly drawing to make them smile and be reminded of how much you

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be brighter than any other time of the year and will be visible all night long. This is the best time to view and photograph Neptune. Due to its extreme distance from Earth, it will only appear as a tiny blue dot.

September 22 - Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation. This is the best time to view Mercury since it will be at its highest point above the horizon. Look for the planet low in the eastern sky just before sunrise.

September 23 - September Equinox. The Sun will shine directly on the equator and there will be nearly equal amounts of day and night throughout the world.

September 29 - Full Moon, Supermoon. The Moon will be located on the opposite side of the Earth as the Sun and its face will be will be fully illuminated. This moon is also known as the Harvest Moon. The Harvest Moon is the full moon that occurs closest to the September equinox each year. This is also the last of four supermoons

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• Tuna sandwich, apple slices, celery sticks, organic almond butter

• Fresh roasted turkey and swiss rollups, cherry tomatoes, cheese cubes, blueberries

• Pita stuffed with chicken salad, orange slices, red pepper slices

• Healthy “Lunchable”: Organic meat rollups, gluten-free crackers, grapes, leather fruit strip, always make your own.

• Brown rice pasta salad, strawberries, Greek yogurt cup

• Pita filled with veggie sticks and chicken strips, organic animal crackers, sugar snap peas, strawberries

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COLUMNS Confusing Fall Warblers

I was a beginning birder when I retired 21 years ago and went on bird walks often with North Shore Audubon Society. I wasn’t familiar at all with warblers. I previously had backyard bird feeders but warblers are not usually seed or suet eaters. Warblers can eat fruit but usually they prefer insects. So the best way to view warblers and learn about them is to go out in natural areas, parks and preserves such as Sands Point Preserve, Leeds Pond Preserve, Clark Botanical Garden, Roslyn Gerry Park, Welwyn, Garvies Point, Planting Fields Arboretum and nearby in Queens, Alley Pond Park. Three years ago I stood by two trees right by the bathrooms near the ball fields at Alley Pond Park for an hour observing several varieties of warblers feeding on insects during Spring or Fall migration. I don’t remember whether it was Fall or Spring but it had to be one or the other. I have numerous photos and fond memories from seeing migrating warblers at Jones Beach West End Median and the hedge row at the Jones

ALL ABOUT BIRDS

Beach Coast Guard Station. Yellow rump warblers will migrate through Long Island but sometimes they stay for winter. Breeding warblers, which are here in summer, include yellow warblers, redstarts and common yellowthroats. For the most part, Spring and Fall migration is when you can can observe warblers. The ones I mentioned so far are some of the easiest to identify in every season. However, in the Fall, identifying many types of warblers becomes difficult. There are a group that

look very similar and are called confusing Fall warblers. During the Fall migration, late August through October, these warblers lose their breeding plumage. The Warbler Guide app can help and there is a book by the same name. If you look up the following warblers’ Fall appearance you will see how alike they are: Chestnutsided, Blackburnian, Blackpoll, Bay breasted, Cape May, Pine and Palm. It also helps to take photographs to look at later and study. There are 38 species of

warblers that can be seen in the Northeast.

Experienced bird watchers wait excitedly for migration because they so enjoy seeing warblers probably more than other birds. They send excited messages to each other. When experienced bird watchers see a confusing Fall warbler they may spend some time debating which bird they are viewing using multiple books and apps. During Spring migration, which starts near the end of March and runs through late May, it’s different

because birds are vocal and can be identified by their calls and also their distinctive breeding plumage.

Because these birds are in constant motion, they can be challenging to see. But with practice it is possible to learn to identify them. Remember there are many opportunities to go with experienced bird leaders at Audubon Societies on Long Island. Now, after 21 years, I am one of many bird walk leaders. If you have any questions you can contact me at nsaudubonsociety@gmail.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT & LIFESTYLE

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From the many reviews of this book, one aspect of it was made abundantly clear, this book is a fun page turner.

“It’s Gothic fiction, it’s romantic suspense, it’s historical fiction, it’s a mystery,” James said. “It’s just all of the things I really like to read.”

James provided a summary of the book on her website, kelseyjamesauthor.com:

“Rome, 1965: Aspiring actress Silvia Whitford arrives at Rome’s famed Cinecittà Studios from Los Angeles, ready for her big break and a taste of la dolce vita. Instead, she learns that the movie in which she was cast has been canceled. Desperate for money, Silvia has only one choice: seek out the Italian aunt she has never met.

Gabriella Conti lives in a crumbling castello. Silvia’s mother refuses to explain the rift that drove the sisters apart, but Silvia is fascinated by Gabriella, a once-famous actress. And the eerie castle becomes the location for a new horror movie—and she lands a starring role.

Silvia immerses herself in the part of an ingenue tormented by the ghost of her beautiful, seductive ancestor. But when Gabriella abruptly vanishes, the movie’s make-believe terrors seep into reality. No one else on set seems to share Silvia’s suspicions. Yet as she delves into Gabriella’s disappearance, she triggers a chain of events that illuminate dark secrets in the past—and a growing menace in the present.”

James was connected with the Syosset Public Library through her publisher and publicist. Coincidentally, she was very

The Woman In The Castello Author Visits Long Island

1960s,

It was a night characterized by what happens when the community comes together to make something great.

The Syosset Public Library, Theodore’s Books in Oyster Bay and Mongo’s Coffee on Aug. 29 teamed up to put together a book talk with author Kelsey James, who The Woman In The Castello.

book talk with author Kelsey James, who The Woman In The Castello

familiar with the area because her husband is from Cold Spring Harbor.

husband her book

But James’s journey to getting her book published, and onto readers’ book shelves, was no easy feat.

and closer. Even when my plate became fuller, I was able to be more efficient with the time I had. You find those spare minutes when you can.”

Another hurdle in her journey was being laid off the day she submitted her first draft of The Woman In The Castello.

Hollywood Classic written by film producer Walter Wagner and columnist Joe Hyams, to explore the beginning of the paparazzi and the obsession with Hollywood actors in light of the affair between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, as well as Italy as a popular movie set.

pandemic

Much of James’s writing process took place during the height of the pandemic while working from home and taking care of her two-year-old. Prior to the pandemic, she did much of her writing on subways and New Jersey Transit.

“I’ve been working towards this goal for a really long time,” James said. “I’ve been doing creative writing my whole life, and becoming a published author has always been the dream. So I think having practiced my craft for so many years, you just get closer

“It definitely was one of those life is stranger than fiction moments, where it was a confirmation of sorts that something needed to change,” said James, who now works as the senior content marketing manager for Door Dash. “It’s interesting because in the first pages of my novel, the heroine gets fired from the movie that she’s casted in.”

James spilled many aspects of her real life onto the page; exploring motherhood and family, as well as her love of history. She also took inspiration from the non-fiction book, My Life with Cleopatra: The Making of a

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“One of my majors was classical studies, and so I was studying ancient history, where you really had to put together stories from the past without a lot of information,” James said, later adding during her book talk that “one of the first trips I ever took in my life was to Italy. I spent three months there in college... I had this dream trip where I got to travel all over the country, exploring archaeological sites and museums.”

To purchase a copy of The Woman In The Castello, visit kelseyjamesauthor.com or stop by Theodore’s Books in Oyster Bay.

Kelsey James, author of The Woman In The Castello, during her book talk at Mongo’s Coffee in Syosset.

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Ms. New York Senior America Presents Fall Fashion Show

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On Thursday, Sept. 14, the New York Chapter of Senior America. Inc. is hosting its annual Fall Fashion Show with entertainment and a luncheon. About 30 women from the New York chapter will participate in the Cameo Club’s Fashion Show to display gorgeous gowns, ready-to-wear outfits and provide wonderful musical entertainment. Senior America. Inc. works to ensure seniors have a better outlook on aging. The New York chapter of Ms. Senior America started in 1972 and works to promote a positive image of aging for seniors in New York.

Senior America is a non-profit organization designed to enrich the lives of seniors and work together to spread positive energy to the lives of others. The organization engages in programs and activities to enhance the lives of senior Americans. The current New York Chapter Cameo Club president, Doloros Hoffman, and other chapter members organize monthly luncheon meetings for Cameo Club members. The Cameo Club consists of close to 100 members, with about 30 regularly attending meetings.

In addition to club meetings, the organization hosts entertainment showcases, the spring Pageant and the fall fashion show. The fall fashion show has been going on for at least 20 years and is at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury.

The fall fashion show is one of the biggest annual fundraising events the New York chapter hosts. Senior America New York Chapter State Director Virginia Werner, pageant queen in 2013, said, “A lot of work goes into the show, and it’s a lot of fun for everyone.”

Starting last year, chapter member Carol D’Amato has been organizing the fashion show portion of the show along with long-time members Assistant State Director Elisabeth Zamarilli and State Director Marleen Schuss. D’Amato owns a clothing store, All Dazzle, and helps style and accessorize the models.

“We always have gowns, and we call it the ‘extravaGOWNza’ part of the show,” said Werner. “They are usually gowns from our own closets that we accessorize. Then there is the ready-to-wear part, and we have a theme each year. Last year, it was contemporary ready-to-wear, and this year, it is glam disco. We’re not talking ’70s and bell bottoms, but disco is having a bit of a revival, so this is a modern version.”

In addition to the fashion portion of the show, there is entertainment. New York chapter members Edna Kaufmann and Pat Tropea help facilitate and choreograph the entertainment. Kaufmann is a 90-year-old woman with a powerful voice who spent years designing costumes and sets for theaters. Now, she uses her talents to help create magical entertainment for the fall fashion show.

The entertainment is themed after popular Broadway shows. In previous years, they sang songs from The Wizard of Oz and South Pacific.

“This year’s theme is a secret,” said Werner. “But it’s a very big, very well-known show, and they have several songs prepared to perform. Our fall fashion show just keeps getting better and better every year.”

In addition to the live performances, New York Senior America has DJ Curtis Maxwell play upbeat and fun music for all to enjoy.

Kaufmann puts together beautiful raffle baskets to raise money for New York Senior America. The baskets are made up of donations from shops and organizations that are friendly with the New York chapter. Chapter member Mary Ann Smith helps organize the fundraiser portion and runs the ticket sales for the 50/50 raffle.

Some of the 30 ladies participating are in every aspect of the fashion show. The ladies run back and forth, modeling, performing and putting on a fantastic show.

This year’s Ms. New York Senior Mae Caime, 65, is participating in the show. “She’s just amazing,” said Werner. “She’s

been on missions to Ethiopia and is a nurse. She is involved in quite a number of civic organizations.”

Each year, each chapter of Senior America hosts a Pageant to select a woman over the age of 60 to represent the chapter in the Ms. Senior America Pageant. Queen Caime will represent New York State at the Ms. Senior America Pageant this year in Atlantic City. “I can tell you, it’s hard work,” said Werner. Werner was crowned Ms. New York Senior in 2013 and participated in the Ms. Senior America Pageant. “There are two days of preliminaries and then one day of finals. The woman who wins represents the nation, Senior America, and seniors.”

Werner shared that in the last few years, at least four Ms. New York Seniors were top 10 finalists, and two of those were in the top five. “New York is well represented with many really talented ladies,” said Werner. “We are about inner beauty. And some of our top ladies aren’t skinny models; they are mature women.”

The kindness, generosity and talent of the New York Queens make them stand out in the pageant. Werner said, “one woman can really sing; she would give Kelly Clarkson a run for her money. And another lady is a comedian; she is one of those people that when she walks in a room, you just start to laugh with her.”

Ms. New York Senior and the Senior America organization work to inspire confidence and help friendships blossom.

The Fall Fashion Luncheon/ Entertainment will be held on Thursday, Sept. 14, at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. Tickets are $75. The New York Chapter of Senior America is currently recruiting for its 2024 pageant. Visit www. newyorksenioramerica.org to learn more.

Ready-to-wear fashion, 2022

South Pacific themed outfits (Photos from Ms. New York Senior America)

Seven Keys To Keep Your Memory Sharp

About 20 percent of American adults have memory problems, according to a report published by Harvard University. And that percentage is expected to grow as our population ages. Here are some things you can do to keep your memory sharp:

1Challenge your brain

Solve puzzles, plan strategies, learn a new language. Read regularly; reading stimulates the brain, enhances vocabulary and cognitive skills. Listen to or play music.

2Socialize with others

Maintain regular interactions with family, friends and social groups promoting cognitive behavior.

3Use memory boosting techniques

Try using memory aids such as acronyms, visualizations or rhymes; break large amounts of information into smaller pieces for easier recall.

4Stay curious; learn continuously

Embrace lifelong learning to keep your brain active and adaptable. Travel when possible; new places expose you to new sights and sounds, enhance brain plasticity, forming new connections in your brain.

5Manage Stress

Practice such techniques as meditation, deep breathing, yoga and tai chi which can help reduce stress and improve memory. Meditation can increase gray matter in the brain’s memory-related regions. Also, stay organized; use planners, calendars, and digital tools to manage tasks and reduce stress.

6Maintain a healthy lifestyle

Get seven to nine hours of quality sleep each night to support memory consolidation. Eat a balanced diet, including foods rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins that promote brain health (e.g., berries, fatty fish, leafy greens). Drink enough water throughout the day; dehydration can affect cognitive function. Get regular physical exercise; activity improves blood flow to the brain and supports the growth of new neurons.

7Seek professional guidance

If memory issues persist or worsen, consult a medical professional to rule out underlying health conditions.

Consistency and patience are key when working on memory improvement. For best results, create a well-rounded approach that combines multiple strategies.

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Re tirement marks a significant milestone in one’s life, representing the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. As you transition from a structured work routine to a life of leisure, one exciting aspect to consider is the opportunity for travel. Embarking on journeys that were previously limited by work commitments and time constraints can be one of the most fulfilling ways to celebrate your newfound freedom. Planning for travel after retirement involves a blend of careful preparation, setting realistic goals, and embracing spontaneity.

One of the first steps in planning post-retirement travel is envisioning your dream destinations. Whether it’s exploring ancient ruins in Greece, lounging on pristine beaches in the Maldives, or immersing yourself in the vibrant cultures of Asia, retirement opens the door to turning these dreams into reality. Make a list of

places you’ve always wanted to visit and experiences you’ve longed to have. This list will serve as the foundation for your travel plans and help you prioritize destinations based on personal preferences, budget, and accessibility.

Financial considerations play a crucial role in shaping your travel plans during retirement. Assess your retirement savings, pension, and other sources of income to determine a reasonable budget for your travels. Remember to account for various expenses such as

transportation, accommodation, meals, and activities. While you may want to indulge in luxurious experiences, it’s essential to strike a balance between comfort and sustainability to ensure your savings last throughout your retirement years.

Flexibility becomes a valuable asset in post-retirement travel planning. Unlike the rigid schedules of your working years, retirement allows for greater spontaneity. While having a general itinerary is beneficial, leaving room for

unexpected detours and last-minute decisions can lead to some of the most memorable experiences. Embrace the freedom to linger a bit longer in a destination you’ve fallen in love with or to change course if you stumble upon a hidden gem that wasn’t on your original list.

Travel insurance becomes increasingly important as you age, making it a key component of your planning process. As your health needs may change, having comprehensive travel insurance that

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covers medical emergencies and trip cancellations ensures peace of mind throughout your journeys. Look for policies that are tailored to seniors and consider your specific health requirements when making your selection.

When planning for travel after retirement, consider the mode of transportation that aligns with your preferences and physical abilities. Cruises, for instance, offer a relaxed way to explore multiple destinations without the hassle of frequent packing and unpacking.

Train journeys can provide scenic and leisurely travel experiences, while air travel remains a convenient option for reaching far-flung corners of the world.

Integrating a sense of purpose into your travel plans can add a meaningful dimension to your post-retirement adventures. Consider incorporating volunteer opportunities or educational experiences into your itinerary. Engaging with local communities through volunteering can provide a deep sense

of fulfillment, while participating in workshops or cultural exchanges can enrich your understanding of the places you visit.

As you plan for travel during retirement, also think about how your trips can strengthen connections with loved ones. Invite family members or friends to join you on specific journeys, creating opportunities for shared memories and quality time together. Multigenerational travel can bridge generational gaps and provide a unique

way for family members to bond.

Planning for travel after retirement involves a blend of preparation, flexibility, and purpose. With careful financial planning, a sense of adventure, and the willingness to adapt to unexpected twists, your post-retirement travels can become some of the most rewarding and cherished experiences of your life. From fulfilling lifelong dreams to embracing new cultures, the world is yours to explore and savor at your own pace.

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The Benefits Of Being A Social Butterfly

your physical health. The camaraderie and shared goals in these activities make exercising more enjoyable and sustainable.

5. Emotional Support

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Retirement opens the door to a new chapter of life, one that offers the freedom to explore new activities, pursue passions, and spend quality time on your own terms. Among the many enriching opportunities that retirement brings, staying socially active stands out as a vital aspect with a plethora of benefits. Engaging in social interactions and maintaining connections with others can contribute significantly to your overall well-being and enhance the quality of your post-retirement years.

1. Enhanced Mental Health

Socializing after retirement has a positive impact on mental well-being. Engaging in conversations, sharing experiences, and participating in group activities stimulate your mind and keep it active. Regular social interactions can help prevent feelings of isolation, loneliness, and depression, which sometimes accompany major life changes like retirement.

2. Sense of Purpose

Staying social provides a sense of purpose and belonging. When you’re part of a community, whether it’s through clubs, volunteer work, or social gatherings, you feel valued and needed. Contributing your time, skills, and knowledge to others can give your life a renewed sense of meaning and fulfillment.

3.

Lifelong Learning

Being social often involves learning from others. Engaging in conversations with diverse individuals exposes you to different perspectives, new ideas, and a wealth of knowledge. Whether you’re discussing books, world events, or personal experiences, each interaction presents an opportunity to learn and grow.

4. Physical Well-being

Social engagement encourages physical activity and a healthier lifestyle. Participating in group exercises, dance classes, or outdoor activities with friends can motivate you to stay active and maintain

Retirement can bring its share of adjustments and challenges. Having a strong social network provides a support system to lean on during times of stress or uncertainty. Friends, family members, and social acquaintances can offer encouragement, empathy, and practical advice when needed.

6. Reduced Risk of Cognitive Decline

Regular social interactions have been linked to a reduced risk of cognitive decline and dementia in older adults. Engaging in conversations and social activities that require mental effort can help keep your brain sharp and functioning optimally.

7. Increased Happiness

The company of others often leads to increased feelings of happiness and contentment. Laughter, shared experiences, and a sense of belonging contribute to a positive emotional state. Building and maintaining friendships in retirement can lead to a more joyful and fulfilling life.

8. Expansion of Social Circle

Retirement offers the time and freedom to meet new people and expand your social circle. Joining clubs, hobby groups, or taking classes exposes you to individuals who share your interests, making it easier to form meaningful connections.

9.

Opportunities for Adventure

Social connections can open doors to exciting adventures and new experiences. Friends may invite you to travel, explore new places, or try activities you’ve never considered. These opportunities can add a sense of excitement and exploration to your retirement years.

10.

Longevity

Research has shown that individuals who maintain strong social connections tend to live longer and enjoy a higher quality of life. The emotional and physical benefits of being social can contribute to an overall healthier and more fulfilling retirement journey.

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Senior Citizen Clubs, Centers And Recreational Programs

There are more than 250 clubs and centers located throughout the County which provide programs that offer opportunities for productive and satisfying use of leisure hours. Information on meeting time and place of groups in local communities can be obtained from:

Nassau County Office For The Aging (516) 227-8959

Nassau County Senior Center Network

Funded by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, and operated by voluntary non-profit agencies, these Centers provide nutritious lunches, transportation, social, educational and recreational programs. Learn more.

Nassau County Office For The Aging— Wellness Programs

The Nassau County Office for the Aging funds varied recreational and wellness programs at some clubs and centers in the County.

For information on activities and schedules, contact: (516) 539-0150

Nassau County Department Of Parks, Recreation And Museums

This department coordinates special

programs and facilities for senior citizens at many Nassau County parks. For information, call:

Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums

Eisenhower Park, East Meadow (516) 572-0200

Town And City Recreation Programs

Each town and city conducts recreation

programs, trips and various other services and activities for their residents. For further details, contact:

Town of Hempstead

Department of Senior Enrichment

200 North Franklin Street, Hempstead (516) 485-8100

Town of North Hempstead

Department of Community Services

1601 Marcus Avenue, Manhasset (516) 869-6311

Town of Oyster Bay

Department of Community Services

Division of Senior Citizen Services

977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa (516) 797-7900

City of Glen Cove

Office of Senior Services

130 Glen Street, Glen Cove (516) 759-9610

Long Beach Recreation Department Magnolia Boulevard and West Bay Drive, Long Beach (516) 431-3890

Catholic Charities

Recreational Services

For Senior Citizens

Staff provides assistance to interested individuals in the organization and development of Senior Adult Clubs and refers individuals to clubs for membership. For further information, contact:

Bi-County Alliance of Senior Clubs

90 Cherry Lane, Hicksville (516) 733-7051

Visit www.nassaucountyny.gov/3293/ for-seniors for more services, programs and resources in Nassau County.

—Information compiled by Chrisy Hinko

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Managing Your Expenses

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Retirement marks a significant shift in one’s financial landscape. The transition from a regular paycheck to relying on savings and investments can be both liberating and challenging. Managing expenses after retirement requires careful planning, prudent decision-making, and a clear understanding of your financial goals and limitations. By adopting a proactive approach and implementing effective strategies, you can navigate your post-retirement finances with confidence and security.

Assess Your Financial Situation

The first step in managing expenses after retirement is to assess your financial situation comprehensively. Take stock of your retirement savings, pensions, Social Security benefits, and any other sources of income. Factor in your regular expenses

such as housing costs, healthcare, insurance premiums, utilities, and daily living expenses. By understanding the inflows and outflows of your finances, you can create a clear picture of your financial standing.

Create a Realistic Budget

Crafting a detailed budget tailored to your post-retirement life is paramount. This budget should align with your financial goals and reflect your changing priorities. Start by categorizing your expenses into fixed and discretionary categories. Fixed expenses encompass necessities like housing, healthcare, and utilities, while discretionary expenses cover leisure activities, travel, and entertainment. Creating a budget ensures that you allocate funds wisely and avoid overspending, helping your retirement savings last longer.

Prioritize Essential Expenses

As you manage expenses after retirement, it’s crucial to prioritize essential expenses. Healthcare costs often increase with age, so ensure you have adequate coverage

and understand the terms of your health insurance. Additionally, prioritize housing costs, as your living situation can significantly impact your financial stability. Consider downsizing or relocating if it aligns with your financial goals and lifestyle.

Reduce Debt

Entering retirement with outstanding debts can put unnecessary strain on your finances. Focus on reducing high-interest debts such as credit card balances and personal loans. By paying off debts before retirement or developing a repayment plan, you can free up funds for other essential expenses and activities you’ve been looking forward to enjoying during retirement.

Diversify Your Investments

Investment diversification is a key strategy for managing expenses after retirement. While you may have shifted to a more conservative investment portfolio, it’s essential to strike a balance between risk and return. Diversifying your investments across various asset classes can help protect your savings from market volatility while providing the

potential for growth.

Monitor Withdrawal Rates

Determining a sustainable withdrawal rate from your retirement savings is a critical aspect of managing expenses. The four percent rule, which suggests withdrawing four percent of your initial

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retirement portfolio and adjusting for inflation annually, is a common guideline. However, personal circumstances and market conditions can influence this rate. Regularly review your portfolio’s performance and adjust your withdrawal rate accordingly to ensure your funds endure through your retirement years.

Be Mindful of Tax Implications

Understanding the tax implications of your financial decisions is essential in managing expenses after retirement. Different income sources, such as Social Security benefits, pensions, and withdrawals from traditional retirement accounts, can be taxed differently. Explore strategies to minimize your tax burden, such as Roth conversions or timing withdrawals strategically.

Embrace Frugality Wisely

While frugality can be a valuable approach to managing expenses, it’s essential to strike a balance between enjoying your retirement and being mindful of spending. Evaluate each expense to

determine if it aligns with your priorities and brings you joy. Making conscious spending choices can help you derive more satisfaction from your expenses and ensure you’re allocating funds to experiences that matter most to you.

Stay Adaptable

Flexibility is key in managing expenses after retirement. Unexpected events, market fluctuations, and evolving priorities can impact your financial situation. Regularly review your budget, investment portfolio, and financial goals. Adjust your plans as needed to accommodate changes and ensure your financial security remains intact.

Managing expenses after retirement requires careful planning, disciplined budgeting, and a proactive mindset. By assessing your financial situation, creating a realistic budget, prioritizing essential expenses, and making informed financial decisions, you can enjoy your retirement years with confidence and peace of mind. Remember that your retirement journey is unique, and by tailoring your strategies to your individual circumstances, you can create a fulfilling and financially stable post-work life.

The Over 50 Fair will amaze the large crowd of Long Island Baby Boomers and seniors who will attend this year’s event. The Over 50 Fair returns to the Hilton Long Island/Huntington on Sunday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. More than 25 classes will be presented, including some very unusual offerings:

• Dream interpretation

• Ghost hunting

• “Manage your money without your honey”

• How to improve your dating and sex life after 50

• “How my positive attitude helped me beat breast cancer”

Additional classes will include Social Security, stress reduction, a comedy show, a dance demonstration, Medicare, and yoga.

In addition to the classes, there will be more than 80 businesses and organizations promoting a diverse assortment of local products and services, including health and wellness, travel, attorneys, jewelry, and assisted living options.

Local beauty queens from the Ms. New York Senior America pageant, including 2023 winner Mae Caime, RN, 2015 winner CJ Marie, and 2010 winner Elisabeth Zamarelli, Ph.D. will be in attendance.

This year’s event will feature a blackjack table with “funny money” where attendees can play the popular casino game.

In the Singles Lounge, singles can

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relax, mingle, win a free matchmaking membership and maybe meet their “special someone.” A free photo booth with props will also be available.

Admission tickets, which include access to all classes, exhibitors, and attractions are $5 online, $7 at the door, and free for Veterans with ID. Those who pre-pay will receive a special raffle ticket at registration. The Hilton Long Island/Huntington is located at 598 Broadhollow Road (Rt. 110), Melville, just south of the Long Island Expressway. Free valet parking will be available at the rear (Grand Ballroom) entrance. Visit www.Over50Fair.com for more information on this and future events. —Submitted by the Over 50 Fair

The Carpenter’s Superstition

The story of the upside-down spindle in staircase construction

CHRISTY HINKO

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Not long ago, my cat, Alice, more affectionately known as “the marshmallow,” was taunting the dog and leading her on a chase through the house. She ran to her favorite “safe base” when they normally play this game, to the stairs leading up to the second floor, on her favorite step that puts her just above the dog’s eye level. These two continued to do battle for a few minutes longer until Alice realized she was losing and the game was not fun anymore. She knocked one of the spindles out of the railing trying to fit her fluffy body through the opening between spindles where she had made dozens of escapes from previously.

As I examined the destruction and wondering if it would be an easy fix, I noticed that all of the spindles along the handrail were not identical. The design carved along the length of each one was just slightly different, not obvious at a simple glance. I began asking a few carpenter friends about this inconsistency and was intrigued to learn that it is not a mistake or a show of poor carpentry skills.

In the realm of construction, where precision and skill meet innovation, traditions and superstitions have managed to find their place, often adding a touch of mystique to the practical art of building. One such intriguing belief is the carpenter’s superstition of turning one spindle upside down when constructing a staircase. This seemingly whimsical practice is steeped in history, symbolism and a touch of the supernatural.

Origins And Symbolism

The origins of the superstition are thought to date back centuries to a time when architecture and spirituality were

intricately intertwined. Staircases, serving as connectors between different levels of a structure, were believed to bridge the earthly realm with the spiritual or ethereal one. In this context, staircases were seen as potential pathways for spirits—both benevolent and malevolent—to traverse between worlds.

To counteract the perceived threat posed by evil spirits, carpenters began the practice of incorporating an upside-down spindle amidst the regular ones in a staircase’s balustrade. This solitary inversion was thought to disrupt the smooth progression of spirits, confusing and warding them off. The spindle, often placed inconspicuously, carried with it a protective significance, aligning the construction with spiritual beliefs.

Superstition and Warding Off Evil

The superstition of the upside-down spindle in staircase construction was based on the belief that evil spirits could only move in straight lines. The disrupted pattern created by the inverted spindle served as a deterrent, preventing these entities from navigating the staircase and infiltrating the living spaces above. In this

way, carpenters sought to create not just functional structures, but ones that offered spiritual security as well.

Duality and Balance

Beyond its supernatural connotations, the superstition also touches on themes of duality and balance. The staircase itself represents a transition between two different states—ascending and descending, going from one level to another. By introducing an element of asymmetry through the upside-down spindle, a balance is created. This balance mirrors the equilibrium desired in both the physical structure and the spiritual protection it offers.

A Fusion of Craftsmanship and Belief

The superstition encapsulates the intersection of craftsmanship and belief, reminding us that construction, though a technical pursuit, is also an art form with cultural and spiritual dimensions. Even in the face of modern skepticism, the tradition persists, showcasing the resilience of folklore and the human tendency to imbue the mundane with meaning.

I spoke to a couple of carpenters and learned three things about this oddity.

Some carpenters told me that, while they know of carpentry superstitions, their clients prefer consistency instead of seemingly errored or mismatched shapes, sizes and out-of-order. Several carpenters had never heard of this homebuilding superstition.

One carpenter told me that his reasoning for installing one spindle upside-down or purposely adding inconsistencies in his work is rooted in his personal religious beliefs. He said Jesus was a carpenter and only Jesus is perfect.

Enduring Traditions

As construction practices have evolved over time, the superstition of the upside-down spindle has endured, often passed down through generations of carpenters. In an age where science and technology dominate the construction industry, this tradition stands as a testament to the enduring power of cultural beliefs. While some may view it as a mere curiosity, others continue to uphold it, recognizing its historical and symbolic importance.

Cultural Variations

It’s worth noting that this superstition, li ke many others, can have variations across different cultures and regions. While the core concept of using an inverted spindle for protection remains consistent, the specific reasons, rituals and beliefs associated with it may differ.

The superstition of turning one spindle upside down when building a staircase is a example of how cultural beliefs and practical craftsmanship can merge. This practice, rooted in ancient spirituality and protective symbolism, offers a glimpse into the connection of the physical and spiritual worlds.

Check out Anton Media Group’s special section, Design & Decor, inside your local hometown paper next week for more homebuilding superstitions.

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A fun craft for this time of year is branch weaving. This craft works best with branches that were freshly trimmed from a tree, but you can do it with ones you find on the ground too, as long as they aren’t rotten.

Materials:

A branch in the shape of the letter “y”

String

Yarn or fabric scraps

Scissors

Glue

A scrub brush (optional; for cleaning)

Take the branch and clean it up a little by rubbing off any dirt or loose bark. You can do this with your hand or a stiff brush. Once your branch is clean, take the string and loop it over the top part of the “y” so it makes lines like a ladder. You can tie off each wrap to keep them tight. When you reach the end of the “y” make a knot around one side and cut off your string.

Next, take your yarn scraps and weave them through your string. Go over and under the strings from one end to the other. Don’t worry too much about getting every string. Just make a pattern that pleases you. If you want, you can push your scraps up to make them tight. This will make the pattern more noticeable.

Once the space between the branches is full of scraps, tuck in all your ends. You can put a dot of glue on each end to make sure they don’t come unraveled.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’re not surprised when answers elude you or prizes play hide and seek, but you don’t expect to play such games with your own feelings. Perhaps this week you’ll be stymied about what you’re going through, unable to give it a name, and this is only because it’s new. Stay curious and keep coming back until you know what this is about.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your mood: candid. With your lters down, you may reveal things you didn’t mean to, but since you’re living to your own code, the shared information can only liberate you. at’s the bene t of accepting yourself in all honesty. You don’t prefer publicity, but when it happens, it’s no big deal.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It’s perfectly normal to feel unmotivated at times and therefore a silly thing to ght. Get rest when you can because a shining focal point enters your scene this week, which will be wonderfully disruptive. Everything aligns to draw you toward it. You’ll then stop thinking things should be di erent and start living your best life.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’re so good at prioritizing. You’ll think about what’s actionable, relevant and necessary. ere are things you’re still waiting for, but only with a sliver of your attention. What you put on the front burner needs stirring. e rest you can check in on from time to time with but a glance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll be letting go of a problem. is is not the same as solving it. Solving isn’t always required. Dissolving will work better. e issue dissipates and loses meaning. You no longer see it as a negative if you can see it at all. ere’s a promising new place to focus your mind, and it’s exciting to see di erent things take shape in your life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). More logical people may think it’s a waste to spend so many hours fantasizing, but they just don’t get it. Your creativity is boundless, and fantasizing unreasonably gives you access to stratospheric ideas. Shoot for the sun. You could hit the moon, or you could hit the oor. But that’s better than shooting for the garbage can and hitting the oor.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). If you don’t feel you can say no to someone, how can you be sure you’re ever really saying yes? Maybe what you’re saying is, “Sure, it’s easier just to do things your way.” You’ll work toward healthy relationships, which include the freedom to thrash out di erences and establish mutually acceptable boundaries.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Consider going easy on yourself and giving yourself participation points instead of only rewarding yourself if you win. Internal harshness creates an energy drain you don’t need this week. Instead, go for a little sugar and self-care to encourage your next incarnation into being.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Emojis can be perceived di erently, not only by di erent people but on di erent platforms and devices. e same will go for other kinds of communication this week. You will prevent misunderstandings by checking in to get clarity about what other people perceive and experience. You’ll bring harmony to your scene.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ve expected a lot from yourself and now it’s time to ease up on the demands. Take the break; avoid burnout and injury. Who said you have to be the best at everything? It’s not necessary (and could be detrimental) to always be doing something. Bonus: Someone is very attracted to the way you kick back and have fun.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll be presented with a group challenge and may feel a pressure to belong, t in, in uence and the like. Avoid looking at the group as though it’s one entity. Instead, see each person as a separate individual to get to know. And remember, with individuals, everything is negotiable.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). ere’s something exciting and attractive about unpredictable people, but ultimately, they could distract you from this opportune moment to make real progress toward your goals. Seek stability. Focus on what you know and can control. In predictable circumstances, you will create brilliant systems and excel.

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might be divided 3-3 and, failing that, the spade finesse might work.

All these possibilities added together make South a huge favorite for the contract. Yet, as the cards lie, he would go down one by pursuing this line of play, since both finesses fail and the clubs break 4-2.

However, South can improve his chances of getting home safely by altering his play slightly. After drawing trump, he should cash the A-K of clubs, in that order, to guard against the possibility that East has the doubleton queen. In the actual case, this safety play succeeds, and South makes the contract.

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favorable distribution of a suit or the success of a finesse, all you can do is hope that the Fates will be kind to you. However, some hands that may seem to depend on luck can be salvaged by finding a way to reduce the luck element.

Consider this deal where South is in five diamonds and West leads a heart. East wins and plays another heart, ruffed by South.

There’s no denying that after this start, declarer has an excellent shot at the contract. He can draw trump, play the K-x of clubs and finesse the jack. If the jack wins, he is home free. But even if it loses, the clubs

Note that rejecting the club finesse doesn’t hurt declarer’s chances one bit. If the queen doesn’t appear, South simply leads his remaining club toward the J-6. If West has the queen, or the suit divides 3-3, the contract is home since dummy’s fourth club becomes declarer’s 11th trick.

By playing in this fashion, South makes the contract not only when West has the queen of clubs or the suit breaks 3-3, but also when East has the Q-x. The club finesse should therefore not be attempted.

Note also that if an extra trick cannot be produced in the club suit because East started with four or more clubs to the queen, South still has the spade finesse in reserve.

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Free Animal Adoption Month This September At Town Animal Shelter

Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic Scheduled for Sept. 9

Town of Oyster Bay Clerk Richard LaMarca announced that the Town’s Animal Shelter will waive adoption fees throughout the month of September.

“I invite and encourage residents looking for a new pet, to check in with the Town’s Animal Shelter during the month of September, as general adoption fees will be waived. Our shelter staff has a wonderful reputation for providing great care to the pets housed there, and has a long history of uniting those looking for a fur-ever companion,” said Clerk LaMarca.

During the month of September, the shelter will waive the general adoption fees of $80 per dog and $84 per cat. All usual adoption services will be provided, including the spaying or neutering of the animal, vaccination and microchipping. Residents interested in viewing the animals available for adoption can call the shelter to make an appointment, or visit www.oysterbaytown.com.

“In addition to free adoption month, the Town will be hosting a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic at the Animal Shelter on Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No reservations are necessary,” said Clerk LaMarca. Microchip

services will also be available for a $25 fee. “If a pet is ever lost, they can be taken to a vet clinic or animal shelter where they will be scanned for a microchip ID and returned to their rightful owner.”

The Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter is located at 150 Miller Place in Syosset. The shelter is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Residents interested in visiting the shelter can call to make an appointment. To view photos of some of the animals available for adoption, visit the Town’s website, www.oysterbaytown.com or call (516) 677-5784 for more information.

Once dogs reach four months of age, owners are required to obtain an annual dog license and verification tag. The general license fee is $15 for an unneutered or unspayed dog and $10 for a neutered or spayed dog. There is no fee for licensing a guide dog, hearing dog, service dog, war dog, detection dog or police dog. Fees for senior citizens are $5. To obtain an application for a dog license, please call Town Clerk Richard LaMarca’s office at 516-624-6324.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

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The League Announces Candidate Forums

Oct. 2, 25 for Glen Cove Mayor and City Council November elections

Voters in Glen Cove can mark their calendars for 7 p.m. Oct. 2 and Oct. 25 candidate forums, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Port Washington-Manhasset at Glen Cove High School Auditorium, 150 Dosoris Lane, Glen Cove.

Both candidates for Glen Cove Mayor have confirmed their acceptance of League procedures for timing, sequencing, civil discourse, etc., and their participation at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 2 at the Glen Cove City High School Auditorium. The two candidates are George Maragos (Dem) and Pamela Panzenbeck (Rep, Con).

All candidates for Glen Cove City Council have confirmed their acceptance of League procedures for timing, se-

quencing, civil discourse, etc., and their participation at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Glen Cove City High School Auditorium.

There are a dozen candidates running for the six seats on City Council: Grady Farnan (Rep, Con), Roni Sue Jenkins (Rep, Con), Michael Ktistakis (Rep, Con), Kevin Maccarone (Rep, Con), Jack Mancusi (Rep, Con), Joseph Manfredi (Dem), Barbara Peebles (Rep, Con), Theresa Pergola (Dem), Danielle Fugazy Scagliola (Dem), Marsha Silverman (Dem, WFP), Joanne Yee (Dem), and John Zozzaro (Dem).

National, State, and local LWV policy require League forums to have at least two candidates for an office to participate. Allowing only one candidate

to speak to an audience — invited by the League at a venue arranged by the League — is considered a “contribution in kind” and violates our strict nonpartisan policy. The LWV of PWM is delighted that all 14 candidates confirmed their participation more than two months in advance. Historically, those candidates who refuse League invitations include incumbents who do not wish to share a stage or offer airtime to challengers. Similarly, both challengers and incumbents may refuse to participate if they are not confident in their abilities to address relevant issues before a wide range of voters — such candidates have been both Republicans and Democrats.

Voters should let candidates of all par-

ties who seek to represent them know they value League forums — forums where voters hear from all candidates for a given office in the same public space, answering the same voter questions, using civil discourse in a process designed to be nonpartisan and fair.

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League does not support or oppose any political party or candidate.

—Submitted by the League of Women Voters of Port Washington-Manhasset

Experience The Best Of Fall At Mill Neck Manor’s Annual Apple Festival!

Mark your calendars for Mill Neck Manor’s Annual Apple Festival, on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8. Enjoy a weekend of fall festivities you won’t want to miss.

Located on the breathtaking 86-acre Mill Neck Manor campus, this beloved festival has become a cherished tradition for both locals and visitors from near and far. Drawing tens of thousands of attendees each year, the Apple Festival holds a special place in the hearts of many, particularly Mill Neck Manor alumni and the Long Island Deaf community who consider it an annual “homecoming.”

This year’s Apple Festival promises to capture the essence of the fall season, with opportunities to indulge in a wide variety of delicious apples, savor Karl Ehmer specialty meats, enjoy grilled bratwurst, an array of cheeses, and indulge in mouth-watering baked goods, jellies, fudge, strudel, and much more. But the festival is not just about the food! Visitors can explore the plethora of vendors with handmade quality country crafts, apparel, woodworking products, jewelry, the latest in Deaf technology, and much more!

The festival is pleased to offer craft beer, wine and spirits for purchase, adding another layer of enjoyment for our adult attendees. Families can also expect a festive pumpkin patch and a host of kid-friendly activities to keep the little ones entertained all day long. And let’s not forget the exciting live entertainment lineup, featuring talented musicians, engaging children’s entertainment, ASL classes, pie eating contests, and so much more to keep the festive spirit alive throughout the weekend. American Sign Language/English interpreters will be

provided for all performances to ensure language accessibility for all.

Invite your friends and family, and join in on an unforgettable weekend at the 2023 Mill Neck Manor Apple Festival! Stay tuned for more details and updates.

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Please Note: Parking is $20 per car (suggested donation). No dogs on campus (certified service dogs, with proof, are permitted). All children must be accompanied by an adult. Mill Neck Manor is located at 40 Frost Mill Road, Mill Neck, NY 117654.

—Submitted by Mill Neck Family of Organizations

Various varieties of New York apples are sold by the bag at the festival. (Photos by Jennifer Corr)

Donation To Glen Cove Library In Memory Of Chris Crosby

Arecent donation of $5,000 was given to the Glen Cove Public Library in honor of Glen Cove musician and librarian Christopher Crosby, who passed away on Sept. 5, 2021. The donation was given by Joe Poletto, founder of Blue Rose Foundation, a San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit with a focus on education. Along with his brother Jason, Chris played shows benefiting Blue Rose at events in Nashville, California and New York City.

Poletto has also released two albums of Christopher’s music on his label, Blue Rose Music. Christopher’s mother Victoria and Jason recently stopped by the library to visit the people with whom Chris worked with for 20 years. Christopher’s family has also started a nonprofit organization in his name to benefit music education and libraries.

For further information, please visit chriscrosbyfoundation.org and bluerosefoundation.com.

—Submitted by the Crosby family

Glen Cove Crime Watch

• On Aug. 14, a 31-year-old Glen Cove male was arrested for aggravated family offense, criminal contempt in the second degree and an open Nassau District warrant.

•On Aug. 16, a 26-year-old Glen Cove male was arrested for criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree on Glen St.

•On Aug. 16, a 40-year-old Glen Cove male was arrested for assault in the third degree on Matthew Heights.

• On Aug. 16, a 42-year-old Glen Cove male was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operation in the third degree, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree and equipment violation on Walnut Road.

•On Aug. 16, a 27-year-old Queens female was arrested for assault in the third degree on Coles Street.

•On Aug. 17, a 23-year-old Hempstead female was arrested for harassment in the second degree and two counts of criminal mischief on Bryce Avenue. —Submitted by the Glen Cove Police Department

Left to right: Phyllis Graziosi, Joanna Cabo, Anthony Torres, Jason Crosby, Amy Mondello, Victoria Crosby and Carol Stern. (Photo courtesy the Crosby family)

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Notice of Formation of ECRC GROUP M-4, LLC. Articles of org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/28/23. Office location: Nassau. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 3 School Street, Suite 303, Glen Cove, NY 11542. Purpose: Any lawful act.

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Notice of formation of TAD CONSULTING LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY 4/21/23. Office located in Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 7 Old Wagon Lane Old Westbury, New York 11568.

Purpose:Any lawful purpose.

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Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action Supreme Court Of The State Of New York County Of Nassau Action to Foreclose a Mortgage Index #: 614416/2019 Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Owner Trustee For Cascade Funding Mortgage Trust HB Plaintiff, vs Fred Souza As Heir To The Estate Of Mario Souza-Ferreira, Who Was The Surviving Spouse Of Elsa Souza-Ferreira, Steve Ferreira As Heir To The Estate Of Mario Souza-Ferreira, Who Was The Surviving Spouse Of Elsa Souza-Ferreira, Edwin Ferreira As Heir To The Estate Of Mario Souza-Ferreira, Who Was The Surviving Spouse Of Elsa Souza-Ferreira, People Of The State Of New York, United States Of America Acting Through The IRS, United States Of America Acting Through The Secretary Of Housing And Urban Development, Synchrony Bank, Public Administrator Of Nassau County As Administrator Of The Estate Of Mario Souza-Ferreira, Who Was The Surviving Spouse Of Elsa Souza-Ferreira, Unknown Heirs As Heir To The Estate Of Mario Souza-Ferreira, Who Was The Surviving Spouse Of Elsa Souza-Ferreira Of Elizabeth M Souza Ferreira If Living, And If He/ She Be Dead, Any And All Persons Unknown To Plaintiff, Claiming, Or Who May Claim To Have An Interest In, Or General Or Specific Lien Upon The Real Property Described In This Action; Such Unknown Persons Being Herein Generally Described And Intended To Be Included

In Wife, Widow, Husband, Widower, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assignees Of Such Deceased, Any And All Persons Deriving Interest In Or Lien Upon, Or Title To Said Real Property By, Through Or Under Them, Or Either Of Them, And Their Respective Wives, Widows, Husbands, Widowers, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assigns, All Of Whom And Whose Names, Except As Stated, Are Unknown To Plaintiff John Doe (Those unknown tenants, occupants, persons or corporations or their heirs, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, assignees, creditors or successors claiming an interest in the mortgaged premises.) Defendant(s). Mortgaged Premises: 21 Hitching Post Lane Glen Cove, NY 11542 To the Above named

Defendant: You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Nassau. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO Unknown Heirs as Heir to the Estate of Elizabeth Souza Ferreira who was Heir of the Estate of Mario Souza-Ferreira, who was the Surviving Spouse of Elsa Souza-Ferreira Defendants In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. David P. Sullivan of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Twenty-Fourth day of July, 2023 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, in the City of Mineola. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, dated March 29, 2012, executed by Mario Souza-Ferreira (who died on April 20, 2019, a resident of the county of Nassau, State of New York) to secure the sum of $795,000.00. The Mortgage was recorded at Book 37131, Page 209 in the Office of

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the Nassau County Clerk on April 19, 2012. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed October 10, 2016 and recorded on November 14, 2016, in the Office of the Nassau County Clerk at Book 41667, Page 954. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed April 7, 2021 and recorded on May 6, 2021, in the Office of the Nassau County Clerk at Instrument Number 202160981Book 45382, Page 102. The property in question is described as follows: 21 HITCHING POST LANE, GLEN COVE, NY 11542

HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY.

SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The state encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the tollfree helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or the Foreclosure Relief Hotline 1-800269-0990 or visit the department’s website at WWW.

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AND OBLIGATIONS YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS AND UNTIL YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD AT AUCTION PURSUANT TO A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN IN YOUR HOME, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY AND PAY PROPERTY TAXES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE AND LOCAL LAW.

FORECLOSURE RESCUE

SCAMS Be careful of people

who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. § 1303

NOTICE NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DATED: August 1, 2023 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy, LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 77428

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. ZIGFRIDAS MARKULIS, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Vacating Prior Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, and Granting New Order, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 12, 2023, 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 September 19, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 54 Landing Road, Glen Cove, NY 11542. All that certain

plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Glen Cove, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 31, Block 18 and Lot 537 a/k/a Lot 537U together with 1/16th undivided interest in the Common Elements. Approximate amount of judgment is $503,232.74 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 001662/2017. Cash will not be accepted. 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.

Ellen N. Savino, Esq., Referee Knuckles, Komosinski Manfro, LLP, 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, NY 10523, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. 2005-OPT1, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-OPT1

Plaintiff, Against EDWARD ZEBROWSKI, LEE ANN ZEBROWSKI, ET AL.,

Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 05/03/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction rain or shine, on the North Front Steps of the Nassau County Courthouse, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on 9/18/2023 at 4:00 p.m., premises known as 11 Hickory Road, Bayville, New York 11709, And Described As Follows:

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 Bayville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 29 Block D-12 Lot 148 And 149.

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $372,245.53 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 004428/2015

If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction

Robert Cristiano, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 MIDLAND AVENUE, SUITE 205, PORT CHESTER, NY

10573

Dated: 6/27/23

File Number: 17-300254

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SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

MASPETH FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff -againstORAZIO J. PETITO AND BMW FINANCIAL SERVICES NA LLC, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on August 16, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 19, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the City of Glen Cove, County of Nassau and State of New York, being more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the westerly line of Crescent Beach Road and the northerly line of Tower Road; RUNNING THENCE westerly along the northerly line of Towner Road, north 82 degrees 02 minutes 00 seconds west, 233.30 feet; THENCE along the following three (3) courses and distances along other land of the party of the first part;

1.) North 18 degrees 48 minutes 49 seconds east, 145.03 feet;

2.) North 6 degrees 24 minutes 47 seconds west, 59.15 feet; 3.) North 24 degrees 04 minutes 44 seconds west, 136.74 feet to land now or formerly of Hoehne and Puglia; THENCE easterly, party along land now or formerly of Hoehne and Puglia and party along land now or formerly of Hoehne south 87 degrees 02 minutes 30 seconds east, 264.85 feet to the westerly line of Crescent Beach Road, and THENCE southerly along the westerly line of Crescent Beach south 2 degrees 57 minutes 30 seconds, 340.00 feet to the northerly line of Tower Road, the point or place of BEGINNING. Section: 31 Block: 47 Lot: 418.

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.

Said premises known as 75 CRESCENT BEACH ROAD, GLEN COVE, NY Approximate amount of lien $1,024,231.93 plus interest costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 6990/2015. RITA SOLOMON, ESQ., Referee MASONE, WHITE, PENKAVA CRISTOFARI Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 69-34 GRAND AVENUE, P.O. BOX 780569, MASPETH, NY 11378 9-6; 8-30-23-16-2023-4T#242091-GCOB/RP

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST YESENIA CRUZ, et als., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 4, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 26, 2023 at 2:30PM, premises known as 10 ELSINORE AVENUE, GLEN COVE, NY 11542. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Glen Cove, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 31 Block: 33 Lot: 28. Approximate amount of judgment $530,733.95 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #001984/2013. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website ( https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Ralph Madalena, Esq., Referee FEIN, SUCH CRANE, LLP 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800 Rochester, NY 14614 FSLJN029 76732 9-13-6; 8-30-23-2023-4T#242160-GCOB/RP

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File No. 2022-560/A SURROGATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent

TO: Office of the NYS Attorney General Clara Saia Grassi Co. Jasper Surety any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be

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ascertained, distributees, heirs-at-law and next-of-kin of the said Nicholas Saia, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained

A petition having been duly filed by Nassau County Public Administrator, who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501.

YOU ARE HEREBY

CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on October 11, 2023, at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why the account of Nassau County Public Administrator, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Nicholas Saia, should not be judicially settled.

[X] Further relief sought (if any):

the amount of 16,423.36 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and necessary e penses of the office in the amount of 4,141.12 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4);

3. Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees and disbursements of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins O’Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of 30,675.00 as and for legal fees and $705.48 as and for disbursements, for a total of 31,380.48, of which 6,380.48 has been paid and 25,000.00 is unpaid;

4. Fixing and determining the accounting fees of Grassi Co, CPA’s, PC in the amount of 6,950.00 of which 950.00 has been paid and 6,000.00 is unpaid;

5. Releasing and discharging the surety;

6. Directing each of you claiming to be a distributee of the Decedent to establish proof of your kinship, and show cause why the balance of said funds should not be paid to said alleged distributees upon proof of kinship or deposited with the New York State Comptroller on account for the unknown next of kin of Nicholas Saia , decedent,

HON. Margaret C. Reilly Surrogate

/s/ Debra Keller Leimbach Chief Clerk Richard T. Kerins, Esq.

Print Name of

Attorney

Signature of Attorney Mahon, Mahon, Kerins

O’Brien, LLC

Firm Name (516) 538-1111

Telephone

254 Nassau Boulevard South, Garden City South, New York 11530

Address rkerins@mmkolaw.com

Email (optional)

NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney.

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Public Notice

Water District which would otherwise be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., will instead be held on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 9:00 am at the office of Oyster Bay Water District, 45 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay.

By order of the Board of Water Commissioners:

Robert J. McEvoy

Richard P. Niznik

Michael F. Rich III

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OYSTER BAY WATER DISTRICT

Public Hearing to consider Adoption of Budget for the year 2024

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Commissioners of the Oyster Bay Water District will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the Oyster Bay Water District office, 45 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an estimate of proposed expenditures and revenues for the year beginning January 1, 2024. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Mondays through Fridays at the Water District office located at 45 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York.

BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS

Richard P. Niznik

Michael F. Rich, III

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU, EMIGRANT BANK, Plaintiff, vs. ANDREW G. KENNEDY, et. al. Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed and recorded on April 10, 2019 and Order to Extend filed and entered on July 25, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auc-

tion on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola NY 11501 on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 28 Wayaawi Avenue, Bayville, NY 11709. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 29, Block 7, Lots 27, 28, and 52. Approximate amount of judgment is $338,610.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provi -

sions of filed Judgment Index #0000713/2014.

Irene F. Parrino, Esq., Referee Hertz, Cherson Rosenthal, P.C., 118-35 Queens Boulevard, 9th Floor, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. #100745 9-27-20-13-6-2023-4T#242521-GOCB/OB

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2023 Mayor’s Snapper Derby

This year’s Glen Cove Mayor’s Snapper Derby was a great success. The weather started off soggy, but finished with sunshine at Prybil’s pier.

A total of 54 children enjoyed a nice morning. This fish were plentiful and a few nice, big ones were caught.

The derby would not have gone off it if were not for all the sponsors and volunteers that made this day such a great one.

The winners of the derby were:

Junior Division:

First Place - Richard Hall

Second Place - Alex Adam

Third Place - Milena Prokop

Senior Division:

First Place - Joey Armati

Second Place - Marcus Macalusso

Third Place - Seamtin Braybew

Best Angler:

Mike Armati

Special thanks goes out to all of the volunteers at the Glen Cove Anglers Club, Matinecock Rod and Gun Club, Chairmen

Jericho Cares Provides Supplies To Students

At a Jericho Cares event on Aug. 17, 118 students got new sneakers, backpacks, socks, t-shirts, and books.

“Your generous donations of time and money along with your faith in Jericho Cares made this possible,” Jericho Cares

posted on their Facebook page. “We appreciate everyone who contributed to this day that will help these students start the new school year comfortably.”

—Submitted by Jericho News

Joachim Santana of Freeport donated hundreds of new socks and contributed towards the Jericho Cares holiday fund. He is pictured with Jericho Cares president Fran O’Conner. Jericho Cares wishes him well on his Eagle Scout Award.

(Photos courtesy Jericho Cares)

Fun and colorful backpacks will help students have a great start to their school year.

Tom Manzione and George Bocklein and committee. Special thanks to Mike at Glen Cove Beer, Diane and Blase at Duffy’s Bait and Tackle for donating many prizes, bait and chum, and Manzione Dentistry and JJ Stanis Inc. for donating the buckets to keep the fish alive so they are bigger next year.

Here are the sponsors that with their donation allow the children to get a tee shirt, hot dog and many prizes:

Glen Cove Dept. of Recreation, Duffy’s Bait and Tackle, Matinecock Rod and Gun Club, Mayor Pam Panzenbeck, Elite Coach Works, Glen Cove Beer and Soda, Glen Cove Republican Committee, Maass Dedication LLC, Valley Sports & Trophy, Richard Klenkel C.PA., Vestacast, Glen Cove Anglers Club, Councilman Kevin P Maccarone, Glen Cove Democratic Committee, August Thomsen Corp, Mercurio Pediatric Dentistry, Ferris Orthodontics, Nick Dileo Insurance, Glen Cove PBA, Fallon Painting, State Farm - John Perrone Agency, Manzione Dentistry, JJ Stanis Inc. and Glen Cove Iron Works Inc.

—Submitted by Dr. Tom Manzione

Town Of Oyster Bay Supervisor Reads To Local Kids

In August, the Boys & Girls Club of Oyster Bay-East Norwich invited the Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino to read I Knew You Could, A Book For All The Stops In Your Life, by Craig Dorfman to students. “I enjoyed meeting you,” Saladino said.

The annual Glen Cove Mayor’s Snapper Derby was held on Aug. 26. (Photos courtesy the City of Glen Cove Office of Mayor Pam Panzenbeck)

(Photo courtesy the Office of the Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino)