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It’s Almost Time For The Syosset-Woodbury Chamber Of Commerce Street Fair

Eat, shop, enjoy performances and have fun

This September, Jackson Avenue will be lined with a wide array of vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment for the 2023 SyossetWoodbury Street Fair. The fair, which is hosted by the Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Downtown Syosset by the LIRR Station. It will have over 150 vendors and is projected to have an even greater attendance than previous years, with over 10,000 shoppers.

Tami Racaniello, the 2023 Syosset Street Fair Chairperson, says that this year’s fair will have an even bigger lineup of businesses and activities than previous years, including new offerings such as face painting and balloon animals.

“We have more sponsors than we’ve ever had and more vendors than we’ve ever had too. Our businesses have been so generous, coming in and sponsoring the events or the stages,” Racaniello said.

The fair will also take place on a Saturday instead of a Sunday like it has for previous years, which will hopefully bring an even greater visitor turnout than usual. “I just pray for good weather,” Racaniello laughed.

The fair has something for everyone, regardless of age, such as the Kids Zone which is sponsored by the Crestwood Country Day School. The zone will include bounce houses, a ball pit and more. Shoppers can spend their time perusing the diverse assortment of gifts, arts, crafts, and other goods offered by local vendors. There will also be plenty of delicious food offerings for visitors to enjoy, from classic street food to cultural food to sweet treats.

Live entertainment will be provided by local talent, including performances from the School of Rock Syosset, the iSchool of Music & Art, and the Children’s Orchestra Society.

“We have so many talented kids in this area and when they perform it’s just amazing to watch them,” Racaniello said.

The Syosset Street Fair’s two stages will be sponsored by iSchool and the School of Rock.

Dave Swanson, director of iSchool, says they are proud to be the returning sponsor of the North Stage.

“Our North Stage offers a non-stop lineup of entertainment sourced from our lively community, including jazz and rock bands, solo performers, string ensembles, and more- all featuring the young talent studying at iSchool of Music & Art,” Swanson said.

Attendees can enjoy the free all day entertainment and are able to sit down, take in, and watch the performances and live music.

The Chamber of Commerce’s booth will be hosting raffles where participants can win special prizes. All of the proceeds from the raffles will be donated to the Mid-Island Y JCC Rudman Family Food Pantry and the St. Edward the Confessor Church’s Food Pantry.

However, the diverse arrangement of tables that will soon line Jackson Avenue, includes much more than what visitors may typically think of when it comes to street fairs. In addition to local shops selling exciting new goods like homemade jewelry and knick-knacks and food trucks serving piping hot snacks, the fair also gives residents the chance to become familiar with their local organizations and the services

they provide.

“The Street Fair has always been able to spotlight the vibrant and exciting opportunities our town has to offer,” Swanson says.

He hopes that parents and children who are looking to get involved in music will be able to discover and become a part of iSchool through the event.

“The Street Fair is a chance to demonstrate our passion for growth to the community,” Swanson said.

Included below is a list of just some of the organizations and businesses that will have tables at the fair which residents can stop by.

Food:

•Brewer’s Foods

•Knot of this World

•Side Hustle Artisanal Bread Company (Food Truck)

•Edible Arrangements

•FoodieCard

Family/Kids:

•Mid Island Y JCC

•Long Island Sports Hub

•The Plainview Chinese Cultural Center

•Champions Martial Arts

•Kids by the Bunch

•Sitan Tai Chi and Martial Arts

•Concierge Pediatrics

•Fusion Academy

•K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotels

•Syosset Public Library

•M.A.T.S.S Kids’ Gym & Early Childcare Education Center

•Faith Lutheran Church and School

•La Petite Kinder (Preschool)

Other Businesses:

•Joel Harris Photography

•Lash Box

•Stretch Lab

•YogaSix

According to Racaniello, the Syosset Street Fair has always served as an opportunity to bring the community closer together and showcase the plethora of shops, activities, organizations, and resources it has to offer.

“It’s a way [for the] community to get out and enjoy and meet other residents as well as get in touch with the local businesses and really learn more about the businesses and what they offer,” Racaniello said.

Poutine with mac and cheese and crab bites form the NYC Poutinerie food truck. (Photos by Jennifer Corr)

Kona Ice was at the Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce Street Fair last year. The fair features a Kid Zone.

There are plenty of performances to enjoy from local studios and music schools.

A Diamond Anniversary For The Hofstra University Museum of Art

“New Perspectives: The Museum of Art at 60” is part of the Hofstra University Museum of Art’s diamond anniversary (1963-2023) celebration at the Emily Lowe Gallery on Hofstra’s South Campus this fall.

On view from September 5 to December 15, 2023, “New Perspectives” highlights the great range and quality of works in the Museum’s permanent collection of more than 5,200 works of art, dating from 1500 B.C.E. to the 21st century, and demonstrates its continued commitment to excellence.

Museum Director Karen Albert explains that New Perspectives is actually a showcase of 10 mini exhibitions, with works curated by individuals from the University and its neighboring communities. These invited curators reviewed the collection database and examined works in collection storage to create their selections. Their entries express their individual points of view, perspectives, and expertise. The guest curators are:

• Hon. Taylor Darling, New York State Assemblywoman, District #18, Nassau County, NY

• E. Christa Farmer, PhD, Professor, Department of Geology, Environment, and Sustainability, Hofstra University

• Martha Hollander, PhD, Professor, Department of Fine Arts, Design, Art History, Hofstra

• Jonathan Lightfoot, PhD, Director, Center for “Race,” Culture and Social Justice; and Professor, Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology, Hofstra

• Veronica A. Lippencott, PhD, Director, Africana Studies Program; Associate Director, Center for “Race,” Culture and Social Justice; and Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Global Studies and Geography, Hofstra

• Margarita Lopez, MA in Creative Arts Therapy Counseling, Hofstra University, Class of 2023

• Charles G. Riordan, PhD, Provost and Se-

African, Cameroon, Dowayo peoples,

Conrad Felixmüller, The Happy Marriage/ The Married Couple in Winter (Gluchkliche Ehe Iv/Ehepaar Im Winter), 1919, oil on canvas, 26 x 22.25 in., Hofstra University Museum of Art, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Rittmaster, HU78.28. (Images via Hofstra University)

nior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Hofstra

• Michael Runkel, Director of Grounds and Landscape, Physical Plant Department, Hofstra

• Edward M. Segal, PhD, P.E., Associate Professor, Department of Engineering, Hofstra

• Erik Sumner, Art Teacher, Northern Parkway Elementary School, Uniondale, NY

Jovia Partners With Zucker Medical School’s Pipeline Programs

This summer, the Medical Scholars Pipeline Program (MSPP) and College Pipeline Program (CPP) at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell partnered with Jovia Financial Credit Union for the first time for days of philanthropy and financial literacy. As part of the partnership, Jovia first presented the pipeline programs with a $3000 check, to ensure that students continue to enroll in these fantastic programs and to further support diversity, equity and inclusion in healthcare. More specifically, this charitable donation will help sponsor two MSPP students and cover their first year of enrollment into the MSPP program.

“I cannot thank Jovia Financial Credit Union enough for their support. This donation assures that we can continue offering this wonderful program to our pipeline students and eases the financial burden on

them,” expressed Gina Granger, assistant director of pipeline programs at the Zucker School of Medicine. “I am excited for the start of this partnership and look forward to future activities together.”

The MSPP, now in its fourteenth year, was created to provide an educational pathway for underrepresented in medicine students from select high schools in the five New York City boroughs and Nassau County, Long Island, to enter healthcare professions. Since its inception in 2010, 253 students have been accepted into the three-year program and 133 students have graduated. While the mission of the MSPP is to expose students to careers in medicine, the program also helps them plan for their future regardless of what career path they choose.

The CPP at the Zucker School of Medicine seeks to enhance the matriculation of un-

derrepresented in medicine and economically-disadvantaged students to medical school. This three-year, summer-intensive, academic enrichment program is designed to provide high-achieving college students who are interested in a career in medicine a pathway to medical school. To date, 26 students have enrolled in the program and three students have been offered early admission to the Zucker School of Medicine.

As part of the new partnership, Christopher DiLeonardo, educational development officer at Jovia, presented a financial literacy workshop to students in the CPP program, introducing important topics such as budgeting, maintaining good credit and overall money management to the students. — Submitted by the the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/ NorthwellNorthwell

An opening reception for New Perspectives will be held Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Emily Lowe Gallery (behind Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus). It is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. Please call 516-463-5672 to RSVP. Visit hofstra. edu/museum for more information on this exhibit and future events.

— Submitted by Hofstra University

Namji Fertility Doll, early 20th century, wood with patina, beads, leather, and metal, HUMA, gift of Dr. and Mrs. Pascal James Imperato, HU2021.5

Joan Mitchell, Metro, c. 1965, Oil on canvas, HUMA, gift of Dr. and Mrs. Milton Gardner, HU80.15.

Jovia Financial Credit Union educational development officer Christopher DiLeonardo recently presented a financial literacy workshop to students in College Pipeline Program (CPP) at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. (Submitted photo)

High Holidays

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Experience the High Holidays in a traditional, warm, uplifting and welcoming atmosphere

Please join us at the Jericho Jewish Center 430 N. Broadway, Jericho, NY 11753

SEATING IS LIMITED, BUT WE SAVED YOU A SEAT! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL SERVICES

ROSH HASHANAH ~

September 15, 16, 17

SEPTEMBER 15

Evening Services 6:15 PM

SEPTEMBER 16

Morning Services 8:30 AM

Evening Services 6:30 PM

SEPTEMBER 17

Morning Services 8:30 A M

Shofar Blowing on Sunday

YOM KIPPUR ~ September 24 and 25

SEPTEMBER 24

Kol Nidre/ Maarlv Services 6:00 PM

SEPTEMBER 25

Morning Services 8:30 AM

Yizkor Service – approx. 11:15 AM

Neilah Services 6:15 PM

Elegant Break-Fast 7:45 PM

Reservation & Fee to attend Break-Fast

Our High Holiday Services will be led by Rabbi Sidney Slivko & Cantor Jacob Mendelson

NON-MEMBERS: ONLY $125 per ADULT

Tickets Includea seatatall HighHoliday Services

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FRIDAY, SEPT.

8

Shabbat Under The Stars

At 6:30 p.m., join Temple Or Elohim, 18 Tobie Lane in Jericho, for a Shabbat Under the Stars. Dinner, service and dessert will be held outdoors. The event will be held indoors if there’s inclement weather. The price for adult members is $18. The price for adult non-members is $23. Children under 13 are free. RSVP by Aug. 25 before the price goes up by $5. RSVP by emailing membership@templeorelohim. com or online at wwww.orelohim.com/ donation.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 19

Afternoon Author Visit with Brenda Janowitz

Enjoy an afternoon with Long Island author Brenda Janowitz at the Syosset Public Library, 225 South Oyster Bay Road, at 2 p.m., who will join us in-person to discuss the writing of her 2023 novel The Audrey Hepburn Estate detailing the return of Emma Jansen to her Long Island home, an estate set to be demolished, and the two men she left behind. Books will be sold by the Friends of the Library at the event and can be signed by the author. No registration required.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 23

Syosset-Woodbury Street Fair

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual street fair. There will be 150+ vendors selling to over 10,000 shoppers, as well as food trucks and live entertainment. This event is free admission and has free parking. Plug 59 Jackson Avenue, Syosset into your GPS.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 26

Afternoon Book Discussion

SATURDAY, SEPT. 9

Sy-Con 2023: The Wrath of Con! Sy-Con is back at the Syosset Public Library, 225 S Oyster Bay Road, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Experience the excitement of a large scale pop-culture convention right at your doorstep. Visit syossetlibrary.org for a list of the programs.

In-Person Paper Shredding at the Jericho Public Library

Join Jackie Ranaldo, Head of Readers’ Services at the Syosset Public Library, 225 South Oyster Bay Road, at 2 p.m., for an in-person discussion of the novel The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the program. No registration.

FREE HIGH HOLIDAY TICKETS AVAILABLE

• FREE for PAID UP MEMBERS*

• FREE for NEW MEMBERS*

• FREE for CHILDREN 18 or UNDER*

HebrewEnglish Prayer Book

• FREE for COLLEGE STUDENTS UPON REQUEST*

(*Restrictions may apply – contact office for details)

RESERVE YOUR SEATS TODAY AT www.jerichojc.com

Email: Rose@jerichojc.org

JJC Office (516) 938-2540 x111

End the clutter! Shred all your excess paper safely and securely at the Jericho Public Library’s shredding event at 1 Merry Lane from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All documents will be shredded in a mobile shredding truck while you watch. All paper is recycled. No need to remove staples or paper clips. No plastic, magazines or newspapers. Paper only. Maximum of four boxes per-person. Personal household documents only. No registration required.

MONDAY, SEPT. 11

Book Donations

The Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane, will be accepting donations of patrons’ gently used hardcover books, CDs and DVDs from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. to be sold at the Annual Book Sale. Please leave donations beneath the overhang in the back of the library on the JPL Donation Cart. Donated items will become the property of the Jericho Public Library. Use of these items is at the sole discretion of the library.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 30

Wheatley Farms Harvest Festival

“Fall for All” is more than just a one-day event. It’s an opportunity to welcome the community to enjoy a carefully curated schedule offering a wide range of activities accessible to all. From sensory-friendly spaces to creative mask-making and face painting, every experience has been designed to foster inclusivity and ensure that every visitor can participate and enjoy the festivities. Enjoy the festival at Wheatley Farms Harvest Festival, 189 Wheatley Road, Brookville, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is Oct. 7.

ONGOING EVENTS:

Car Meet & Live Music in the Milleridge Village

Come to the Milleridge Village, 585 North Broadway in Jericho, on Thursdays Sept. 7 and 21 at 4 p.m. and enjoy live music, shops, entertainment, vendors, a BBQ and more. The event is free for spectators.

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

For more information, visit PSEGLINY.com/EcoDev

(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

Look Up

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

love them.

LUNCH IDEAS:

• Roasted red pepper hummus and veggie wrap, pineapple cubes, blueberries.

• Almond butter sandwich on sprouted bread, carrots, organic iced tea juice box

• Turkey, apple and cheddar sandwich, grapes, Stoneyfield strawberry smoothie

• Banana sunflower wrap with granola, yogurt dressing, baby carrots, fresh mozzarella.

• 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

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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

BY JULIE PRISCO jprisco@antonmediagroup.com

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

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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.

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A branch in the shape of the letter “y”

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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.

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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.

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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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On Aug. 28, the Syosset Central School District Board of Education met at South Woods Middle School before the first day of classes on Sept. 5.

“I offer everybody a welcome back to what will be a new school year, starting tomorrow for our staff and starting next week for our young people,” said Dr. Thomas Rogers, the Superintendent of Schools. “We had the opportunity this morning to welcome freshmen to high school and sixthgraders here to South Woods. I got to greet a lot of the students as they were coming back on campus and they were so excited. Our seniors were here to pick up their parking passes and sign the senior sign that is done every year. The excitement of the school year beginning is upon us. I hope everyone had a wonderful summer and got a chance to rest and recharge because

I’m sure we’re going to have an awesome school year ahead.”

Dr. Rogers had a few topics to discuss that evening, starting with a change in school day rotations for elementary school students. Dr. Rogers said parents have already been notified about the changes.

“We’ll be moving to, what a lot of school

districts do, to a six-day rotation,” Dr. Rogers said. “This has a number of benefits. When we have federal holidays, they inevitably fall on Mondays, and so that means if you don’t do a rotation, whatever class falls on Monday takes the brunt of closures. It will also give us better structured time for specials. It will give us more time for inter-

ventions with students, therapies that they may need. School-wide enrichment that they’ll be able to take advantage of. It frees up more time for English language learning, not just for English language learners, but also for all students who are studying the English language. It also gives us a little more efficiency in staffing, particularly as some of our staff are shared between the elementary schools and some of the middle schools. Having them on a similar rotation makes it easier to do some of the scheduling and planning.”

It will also give the district’s social workers time to work with students. Dr. Rogers said the websites will update parents and students on what day in the rotation the schools are on.

In other news, Dr. Rogers said he and the board were relieved that the Town of Oyster Bay Town Board did not move forward with development on 80 Jericho Turnpike, citing concerns over increased traffic.

“We’re encouraged that the town took some of our feedback into consideration as they made that decision and we appreciate

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Syosset Central School District students headed back to school on Sept. 5.

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that,” Dr. Rogers said.

When New York State gave all school district’s flexibility to adjust the length of school days below state minimums in order to deal with the pandemic, the Syosset Central School District shortened the high school day by one minute a period, a total of nine minutes a day, in order to improve traffic flow between the South Woods and high school dismissals.

“That flexibility has ended, hopefully with the pandemic,” Dr. Rogers said. “We’ll be returning to our pre-pandemic schedule. And, I do anticipate that although we were able to do this smoothly before the pandemic, we recognize that traffic patterns have shifted since. I do think that the first several weeks of this new schedule will be a work in progress. So I ask for the patience of our staff and families as we make this transition and hopefully find ways to do it smoothly as possible.”

Shifting to another topic, Dr. Rogers discussed how a student-led initiative to have kosher, vegan and halal meals led to a pilot program at the high school.

“It was fun for us to try and make this possible for them,” Dr. Rogers said. “We did notice, however, that as the school year wore on, the utilization of those programs dropped off precipitously and by the end of the year, students weren’t taking advantage of them at all, so we are going to re-engage with our students at the beginning of the year and ask if we need to find more appealing options or if there are some ways we can deliver that to meet their dietary needs, but is more scalable

for our food service folks. We’ll be meeting with students early in the year.”

Dr. Rogers also followed up on a state requirement that mandates the district to offer transitional bilingual education because of the high population of Mandarin-speaking students in first and second grade.

“There was not a lot of interest among the parents in having a separate setting for those students to learn, and as a result we did not have enough interest to be able to keep the program so we notified the state

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that we would not have the program, but we are putting in place instead other options to support the young people’s heritage language, so that the heritage language is not extinguished as they learn the English here” Dr. Rogers said. “We’ll meet the needs, but in a different way.”

Shortly before the Board of Education meeting, there was a glitch with the provider that maintains student management systems, making rosters available.

“I know that it would be appealing to

learn what the class rosters are going to be sooner than a little bit later in the week,” Dr. Rogers said, asking that students and families remain patient until the rosters were released the following Wednesday, because the rosters available were only drafts.

Dr. Rogers also announced multiple upgrades to the district’s facilities made over the summer.

“One of the things we’ve been working hard at is doing some ventilation upgrades for a pool facility,” Dr. Rogers said. “That project is on the one yard line. I see all the equipment is in place and it’s just waiting on assembly. We had done a lot of work on the old tennis courts several years ago to resurface them to try to extend their life for a couple of years. But the challenge with those courts became such that there’s no resurfacing them any longer. So we’ve completely refurbished them and they were out there today striping and putting out the nets, and I anticipate we’ll be on those shortly.”

Dr. Rogers added that he took a tour of the South Woods library that was refurbished over the year by the district staff, who he said did a “remarkable job.”

“In each of the middle school gyms, we removed the hard folding partitions that are motorized and replaced those with curtains,” Dr. Rogers said. “Obviously the motorized partitions have the potential to be dangerous so we have eliminated them in both schools.”

Following the superintendent’s report, there was a presentation on the pros and cons of having two high schools. The Syosset Jericho Tribune will follow up on this story in the Sept. 13 edition.

A student-led initiative for kosher, halal and vegan meals at the high school led to a pilot program that proved to be unsuccessful. But, Dr. Thomas Rogers, the superintendent of schools announced, the district will revisit the program to see if they can offer meals that will better meet student’s nutritional needs.

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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

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF TALL OAKS CRESCENT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, LTD., Plaintiff, against LENARD SINGH; and “JOHN DOE” and “JANEDOE”, Defendants. Pursuant to an Amended Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated July 6, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the north side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York, on September 20, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. “Rain or Shine.” premises being in the Incorporated Village of Oyster Bay Cove and Laurel Hollow, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, as more fully described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly side of White Birch Road, which point is distant 255.83 feet northerly from the easterly point in the arc of a curve connecting the north-

erly side of Oak Lane with the westerly side of White Birch Road which arc has a radius of 20 feet and a length of 29.27 feet; RUNNING

THENCE North 72 degrees 10 minutes 00 seconds West, 305.32 feet; THENCE North 59 degrees 00 minutes 50

(deed) 58 (actual) seconds West, 315.21 feet; THENCE North 27 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 125.00 feet to the westerly side of North Hempstead Turnpike;

THENCE in a northeasterly direction along North Hempstead Turnpike and along the arc of a curve bearing to the left having a radius of 1236.73 feet and length of 200.02 feet;

THENCE South 56 degrees 40 minutes 44 seconds East a distance of 522.43 feet to the westerly side of White Birch Road; THENCE in a southerly direction along the westerly side of White Birch Road the following two courses and distances:

1. Along the arc of a curve having a radius of 250.00 feet and a length of 103.98 feet; 2. South 10 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 83.04 feet to the point or place of BEGINNING. Said premises being known as 11 White Birch Road, Syosset, New York (SECTION 25, BLOCK 63, LOT 5). Said premises will be sold subject

to zoning restrictions, covenants, easements, conditions, reservations and agreements, if any; subject to any state of facts as may appear from an accurate survey; subject to facts as to possession and occupancy and subject to whatever physical condition of the premises may be; subject to any violations of the zoning and other municipal ordinances and regulations, if any, and if the United States of America should file a tax lien, or other lien, subject to the equity of redemption of the United States of America; subject to the rights of any lienors of record whose liens have not been foreclosed herein, if any; subject to the rights of holders of security in fixtures as defined by the Uniform Commercial Code; subject to taxes, assessments and water rates which are liens on the premises at the time of sale, with accrued interest or penalties thereon; and a first mortgage held by Hudson City Savings Bank, mortgagee, given to Leonard Singh, mortgagor, in the original amount of $990,000.00 dated 12/14/2011 and recorded 12/16/2011 in Liber 36697 at page 512. All persons attending the sale must follow all COVID-19 New York State/ CDC Protocols, wear a face/

nose covering and practice social distancing.

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Dated: August 8, 2023 George Esernio, Esq., Referee Cohen, Warren, Meyer Gitter, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff, 98 Maple Avenue,

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.

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DEC Invites Public Comment About Brownfield Application For Site On Fruitledge Road, Brookville

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) application from Titan Tam, LLC and Segme Tam LLC for a site known as Grandview Estates, site ID #C130252. This site is located in the Village of Brookville, Town of Oyster Bay, within the County of Nassau, and is located at 74 Fruitledge Road.

Access the application and other relevant documents online through the DECinfo Locator: https://www.dec. ny.gov/data/DecDocs/C130252/. The

documents also are available at the document repository located at Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane, Jericho. There are several ways to comment on BCP applications. Comments can be submitted to the site Project Manager Jolene Lozewski at NYSDEC, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY 12233; via email at Jolene.lozewski@dec.ny.gov or by calling 518-402-8805. All comments must be submitted by September 22, 2023.

Site information can be viewed by entering the site ID noted above at: https:// www.dec.ny.gov/cfmx/extapps/derexternal/index.cfm?pageid=3

What Is The Brownfield Cleanup Program?

New York’s Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP) is designed to encourage private-sector cleanups of brownfields and to promote their redevelopment as a means to revitalize economically blighted communities. The BCP is an alternative to “greenfield” (land not previously developed or contaminated) development and is intended to remove some of the barriers to, and provide tax incentives for, the redevelopment of brownfields. Since its inception (2003), the BCP has catalyzed the cleanup of more than 500 contaminated sites statewide and

incentivized redevelopment. There are more than 550 active sites in the BCP.

Additional information on the State’s Brownfield program is available at DEC’s website: https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/8450.html

Translation Available

Translation services are available for this notice. Additional information is available at the following link: https:// www.dec.ny.gov/data/der/factsheet/ jolenetranslation.pdf.

—Submitted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

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.

About Mill Neck Family of Organizations: Mill Neck Family of Organizations is a

leading provider of programs and services for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals. With a commitment to inclusivity and empowerment, the organization offers educational, employment, audiological, and spiritual support, aiming to create a world where everyone is celebrated and embraced as equals.

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)

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)

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