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Celebrating THANKSGIVING USMC CORPORAL KEVIN VAUGHAN IS GIFTED A HOUSE

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Best Market Takes Over Waldbaum’s in Merrick

est Yet Market Inc., of Bethpage has purchased the Waldbaum’s supermarket at 1686 Merrick Road, for over $2 million. The new supermarket, when opened, will be named Best Market. Best Market’s closest stores to the Bellmores and the Merricks are in East Meadow and Massapequa. While officials at Best Yet Market would not respond to calls from Your NewsMag on the transaction, the local union 388 website whose members work at Waldbaum’s disclosed that sale of the property was approved by the court on October 28, and that up to 25% of workers at the store were eligible to be re-hired. More negotiations were still ongoing. Best Yet Market is not considered a union store. Joe Baker, president of the South Merrick Community

Civic Association, said he was glad there would be another supermarket taking up the Waldbaum space. “Waldbaum’s quality and cleanliness had gone down, but Best Market’s success in Merrick will depend on whether it can deliver on quality and on competitive pricing,” he told Your NewsMag. He said there was a Stop&Shop minutes away in Freeport that offers good pricing, and could be the supermarket people go to if Best Market doesn’t offer good pricing. He was also pleased to hear that up to 25% of employees at Waldbaum’s may get jobs at Best Market. “A familiar face offering excelling customer service will also be beneficial to Best Market in establishing itself in the neighborhood,” he concluded.

Merrick resident Bob Young told Your NewsMag he was saddened to see that Waldbaum’s was closing. “A tear came to my eyes when I realized it was closing, and that workers were

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going to be laid off.” Saying he had been shopping at Waldbaum’s for over 20 years as a loyal shopper, he said he would now likely go to the Stop&Shop in Merrick.

“I don’t know if I’ll like Best Market,” he continued, saying he was a union man. When told 25% of the workers would retain their positions, he answered that 75% would not. However, he added that his wife was glad to hear of Best Market coming into fill the Waldbaum space. Best Market focuses on fresh foods, especially produce, meat, seafood, deli, dairy and bakery items, as well as traditional grocery store items. Its offerings also include large selections of craft beer and wood- smoked barbecue in some stores. The privately owned company has been owned by the Raitses family since its first store opened in 1994. There was no timetable set at press time on when Best Market would open for business.

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Bellmore-Merrick’s Small Businesspersons of the Year Named

he Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, Inc. (NCCC) bestowed honors upon small businesspersons of the Year in the Bellmores and the Merricks during its annual breakfast at the Crest Hollow Country Club recently. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores and the Merrick Chamber of Commerce nominated as their small businesspersons Robert F. Alweis, an engineer with a business in Bellmore, and Erin Donohue, president of a media services company in Merrick. The pair received their plaques from NCCC during the breakfast, along with many other small businesspersons given the honor by NCCC.

ERIN DONOHUE

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Top row, Ginny McClean of Bellmore, second v-p of NCCC; Henry Stampfel of Bellmore, chairman of the breakfast; and Merokian Julie Marchesella,. president of NCCC. First row, Robert F. Alweis and Erin Donohue. company with focus on public relations, marketing and social media. Clients include the North Merrick Public Library and Nassau BOCES She also works as director of public relations and marketing for the Anthony Cumia Show,

an entertainer who streams online over the internet. She is former assistant director of public relations at Adelphi University. She can further be found on the the table of contents of Your NewsMag, a monthly

two year-old magazine circulating to every home in the Bellmores and the Merricks, as its webmaster. Donohue serves as a co vice-president of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce who has also been a Merrick Person of the Year. Said Donohue of her award: “I am honored to have been recognized as the Small Businessperson of the Year from the Merricks. It is not an accomplishment I could have achieved without the support of family.”

ROBERT F. ALWEIS

Robert Alweis began his professional career as a draftsman, planning and drawing configurations of several types of buildings and structures. After becoming a licensed New York State engineer, he expanded those responsibilities into the residential and commercial building fields.

As president and CEO of Pilot Drafting and Consulting Inc., Alweis offers internships to local high school students to help develop rudimentary AutoCAD skills, basic drafting knowledge and professional office ethics. Alweis told Your NewsMag that “It feels good to win this award, and have that recognition hanging on my wall.” He also wished to express both gratitude and appreciation to the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores for recognizing his small business as worthy of the award. Aside from his own company, Alweis created two other companies that provide services in building science and home energy solutions using diagnostic testing tools and infrared imaging. A licensed home inspector, Alweis also belongs to the Building Inspector Association of Nassau County, while maintaining memberships in several other architectural and building design associations.

Casual Mexican and Italian Dining in the Heart of Bellmore

hef Jose Reyes, who operated Las Bahias Restaurant on Jerusalem Avenue in North Bellmore for over five years before closing it, has opened Picante’s Mexican and Italian Grill at 505 Bedford Avenue in Bellmore village, offering a gorgeous selection of both Latin American and Italian fare at reasonable prices. Couples or larger groups can now order dishes from both cuisines at the same table and indulge generously in sumptuous tastes. “I love this avenue,” Reyes told Your NewsMag of Bedford Avenue. “I have wanted to be here for a long time.” He said the new restaurant, open for three months, gets a good crowd on Friday and Saturday nights before movies, and added that the ave-

nue offers him more exposure to those on the avenue who may want food services. “When the movie house offers pizza as part of a promotion,” it goes to Reyes for the pizza. He says several groups have reserved reservations for parties for the coming holidays, as well. The building also boasts larger spaces in the basement than Las Bahias did in which to prepare foods for his catering service. He caters several parties per week around Nassau County, and it has become a generous aspect of his restaurant business. The mood in Picante’s is “casual,” he maintained. He noted that people who would come into Las Bahias and see the linens on the table would invariably think it was an expensive restaurant. At Picante’s there is

Owner Jose Reyes and family, along with staff members, and public officials and chamber officers help Picante's make their chamber membership official. little in the way of linens to give anything but the impression of easy going and casual. For lunch and dinner, baskets of nachos sprinkled with fresh pico de gallo are presented. Ordering fresh quacamole is a creamy treat. Chicken burritos come stuffed with fresh rice and beans, and a small salsa for flavor. Fajitas come out sizzling,

and the red and green peppers, and onions - along with marinated steak, shrimp or chicken – are tossed in succulent spices to satisfy the toughest lunchtime – or dinner - appetite. Or order a plate of penne in a light and creamy pink sauce with sweet Italian sausage. Paninis are a favorite at the restaurant, and can be custom-

ized, from grilled chicken and steak to grilled eggplant and broccoli rabe, all pressed using ciabatta bread. Steaks, pork chops and hamburgers are among the restaurant’s fine meat choices, and pasta favorites such as rigatoni ala vodka, cheese and lobster ravioli and baked ziti stand out. Enchiladas, burritos, tacos and tamales are among Latin American favorites available. All manner of pies including Sicilian, white and taco pies are available, as well as thin crust oven pizza, along with calzones and rolls. Appetizers include quesadillas, chicken wings, salads, mozzarella sticks and fish cerviche to round out the extensive offerings. Takeout orders can be ordered on line at www.picantesmexicanitaliangrill.com, and by calling 308-4544.

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☞ TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGES 2-11: NEWS Best Market takes over Waldbaum’s in Merrick, Bellmore-Merrick Small Businesspersons of the Year honored, Picante’s Grill in Bellmore offers Italian and Mexican dishes, Bellmore chamber uplifts the downtown with a power wash, state Assemblyman Dave McDonough names Bellmore-Merrick Women of Distinction

PAGES 7, 8: HOLIDAY SCHEDULES What’s taking place in the Bellmores and the Merricks over this Holiday Season

PAGE 12: VETERANS

Merrick Marine and War Hero Gifted a House in North Merrick USMC Corporal Kevin Vaughan comes home from the Afghanistan war as a wounded soldier, and receives the house of his dreams – as a gift

PAGE 20: HOMECOMINGS Calhoun, Mepham and Kennedy High Schools throw parties at the fall classic homecomings

PAGE 22: HOLIDAY DECORATING Creating warmth during the Holiday Season

PAGES 26, 27: THANKSGIVING

How Thanksgiving was saved: A colorful history How FDR saved this most important holiday from splitting the country in two

PAGES 29, 30: HEALTH MATTERS Its Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, Calhoun students raise funds for breast cancer, and Merrick’s Robbie Rosen helps raise funds for a little girl fighting cancer

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ovember is the month for giving thanks. North Merrick’s own U.S. Marine Corporal Kevin Vaughan received the best thanks possible from his country for his sacrifices when he was gifted a wonderful new home built to accommodate his special needs as a wounded war veteran that served in the Afgahanistan war. Kudos to Building Homes for Heroes for providing him with this much-deserved dream home. New York State Assemblyman Dave McDonough named Jeanette Deutermann from Bellmore and Jane Rubinstein, Marla Maidenbaum and Nicolina Maria Scoleri of Merrick “Woman of Distinction” as thanks for all the things they have done to contribute to the betterment of our communities. When you see them, congratulate and thank them for all they do to make our communities better places to live. Thanksgiving is a holiday of tradition that evolved into a national holiday at the request of another woman of distinction, Sarah Hale, known as “the mother of Thanksgiving.” She inspired President Lincoln to make Thanksgiving a national holiday that all states can share and be united on a special day of giving thanks. See inside how her vision was almost way-laid. In keeping with the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Brotherhood Council’s annual Thanksgiving Concert of music will be at Calhoun High School November 22, at 2 p.m. It is a wonderful and inspiring concert bringing community together in the spirit of brotherhood. The many talented musical groups and choirs from the schools and community are fabulous. If you have not been to the Brotherhood Thanksgiving concert, I encourage you to go. I look forward to the program each year. I am so proud that my husband and son sing in attending choirs. I always leave the concert feeling inspired and proud to be part of our communities, communities that encourage brotherhood amongst all its members.

Thanksgiving kicks off the whirlwind of holiday festivities. The fabulous community events sponsored by the chambers of commerce are listed inside. Hanukkah and Christmas are just around the corner. The Nassau Council Chambers reminds us all to shop locally. The tax dollars that you spend here, stay in our county. Congratulations to Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce small businessperson of the year award winners Erin Donohue and Robert Alweis. Merrick’s own Chuck Fuschillo, president and CEO of Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, shines a light on Alzheimer’s Awareness. Find out about what is going on nationally and in our communities to help fight this disease. Every month I learn of a community member or group that takes action to help others in need. This month is no exception. From moms groups to our kids at school, Merrick and Bellmore are united communities that take action to get things done and make a difference. Your NewsMag is delivered to every home in the Merricks and Bellmores free of charge because you live here and are residents in the communities. Advertising support pays for Your NewsMag, so please support participating businesses by shopping locally. If you know something that is newsworthy please let us know. If your business is having an anniversary or someone in your family is celebrating a special occasion, we want to know. After all, your news is our news. Please join us on Facebook and visit www.YourNewsMag.com for updates throughout the month. I hope you enjoy the November issue of Your NewsMag. Happy thanksgiving and enjoy the holidays! JILL BROMBERG Publisher Jill@YourNewsMag.com

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Bellmore Chamber Lifts Up the Downtown with a Power Wash

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n celebration of 29 years since the first Bellmore Street Fair and Festival, the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores recently completed a power washing of Bedford Avenue in the Bellmore Village and several of its side streets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the street fairs, concluding with the 29th street fair just held last month, have brought with them all accumulation of grit, grime, debris and gum that has been ground into the sidewalks over those years,â&#x20AC;? remarked Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores President Debby Izzo. In giving back to the community for all the successes of the street fairs and festivals, the chamber has moved to power wash all the sidewalks, curbs and bricks in front of businesses along Bedford Avenue, as well as side streets and the Veterans Memorial Park. Island Wide Pressure Washing was the contractor that

Members of the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores and Island Wide Pressure Washing power washed the sidewalks along Bedford Avenue in Bellmore Village. Pressure washing from both hot water/steam and cold water pressure washers removed dirt, mold, grime, gum and mud from the concrete walkways and brick pavers using water pressure at between 3000 PSI and 4800 PSI. Several flat surface sidewalk cleaners were used to remove most of the dirt and grime buildup on the sidewalks and brick pavers.

The bricks at Veterans Memorial Park were to be treated with a light coating of natural stain, to bring out the color of the brick, said Tom Rice, president of Island Wide Power Washing. Once that was completed, at the beginning of this month, Izzo said the chamber would request the Town of Hempstead to repaint the traffic lines down the streets and parking spaces, for a complete uplifting of the downtown Bellmore Village area.

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The Bellmores and Merricks Usher in the Holiday Season THE MERRICKS he Merrick Chamber of Commerce will feature a host of annual holiday activities on Sunday, December 6, beginning at the Merrick Gazebo. Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visit will be at 3 p.m., followed by the annual tree and menorah lighting. Come get your picture taken with Santa and stay for the community holiday cheer with snacks and refreshments donated by local business owners and music by talented student-singers from the Merricks. More information will be available as the event gets closer at www. merrickchamber.org.

Gift Wrapping The Merrick Kiwanis Club will hold its 18th annual gift wrapping event at the Roosevelt Field Shopping Mall in Garden City beginning the week of December 5. Each

year volunteers from the Merrick Kiwanis Club wrap gifts and presents to fundraise for scholarships for students at Calhoun, Mepham and Kennedy High Schools who are college bound. The funds raised also go to provide select Merrick children with a week at summer camp, a very popular program. While wrapping hours begin at noon and go until 8 p.m. at the beginning of the holiday season, as the season picks up wrappers are there until the last gift is wrapped, and the mall closed. To join in the wrapping, or for information call Susan Helsinger at 378-9756. THE BELLMORES The Bellmores each year usher in the holiday season with the annual Santa visit on the Friday after Thanksgiving. This

yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event will take place on Friday, November 27. Complements of the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores, the children of the community will be treated to a free movie, and the chamber thanks Anne and Henry Stampfel of The Bellmore Movies for graciously opening their theater to use. Thanks go out also to Bellmore Fire Department Chief Daniel Holl and the members of the Bellmore Fire Department for transporting Santa to all of his appointments. Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s route: Stop# 1, North: 9 a.m. - CVS Shopping Center, North Jerusalem Road, between Bellmore Avenue and East Meadow Avenue Stop # 2, North: 9:30 a.m. Stop & Shop Shopping Center at Newbridge Road and Jerusalem Avenue

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Stop # 3, South: 10 a.m. - Ace Hardware Shopping Center at Merrick Road and Bedford Avenue Stop # 4, Bellmore Village â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:30 a.m. -Bellmore Firehouse on Pettit Avenue Bellmore Movies , 11 a.m. Free movie! As always, free gifts will be distributed to the children. Please open your heart when you come to visit Santa and bring a new unwrapped toy for a less-fortunate child. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores is an official collector for the Toys for Tots program sponsored by The United States Marine Corp. For complete information, call the chamber office 679-1875 or chamber hotline 809-5892. Toys for Tots Program Once again this year, the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores, in cooperation with

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Menorah Lighting Wednesday December 9, 6 p.m. marks the Annual Festival of Lights. Religious leaders from the local synagogues will lead in prayer as the beautiful 10-foot Hanukkah Menorah is lighted. The Hebrew school children will sing traditional Hanukkah songs. There will be chocolate gelt and Hanukkah giveaways compliments of the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores. Christmas Tree Lighting and Extravaganza Mark Friday, December 4, as the date for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Come join for an old fashion celebration. Horse and Carriage rides from 6-to-9 p.m.. The old time trolley is from 6-9 p.m. A live nativity will be presented by Connect Church. Holiday music will fill the village and Santa will be on hand to hear all the children’s requests. Refreshments will be available. Tree to be lit around 7 p.m. For information on all chamber events call 679-1875, or visit www. bellmorechamber.com

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Old Bethpage Village Restoration Celebrates Annual 1863 Thanksgiving Holiday

assau County will holds its annual “1863 Thanksgiving Holiday Celebration” at Old Bethpage Village Restoration will be on two consecutive weekends: Saturday and Sunday, November 21 and 22, and Saturday and Sunday, November 28 and 29, from 10 a.m.-to-4 p.m. Visitors to Old Bethpage Village, the re-created mid-19th Century village, will be able to enjoy the sights and aromas of an old-fashioned Thanksgiving, including decorated pumpkin pies baked in a beehive oven, and turkey roasted over an

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ew York State Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) held his Annual Women of Distinction Ceremony at the Merrick Public Library last month. This program is to honor notable women in the fields of business, community and civic affairs, education, government, healthcare, and humanitarian organizations.

“Over the years, I have met countless women who work tirelessly to make a difference in our communities yet, all too often, their exceptional acts go unnoticed,” said McDonough. “Each year I solicit the residents of my assembly district for nominations and host a Women of Distinction event to honor these local women who go above and beyond to make our communities better places to live, work and raise a family.”

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Mepham Marine, War Hero, Gets Gift of a House in North Merrick

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nited States Marine Corporal Kevin Vaughan, a Mepham graduate who served in the Afghan war and was wounded in the leg, has received a new house for free, presented by the Building Homes for Heroes charity. The new home is at 1561 Little Whaleneck Road in North Merrick. Cpl. Vaughan, who was seriously wounded while serving in Afghanistan as a member of the Third Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, was gifted the two-story Cape-Cod style home on November 7 thanks to the efforts of Building Homes for Heroes and its brigade of volunteers, donors and supporters. Building Homes for Heroes, a national organization based in Valley Stream, has built and gifted hundreds of homes to wounded veterans across the nation, but the Vaughan residence will be the first Town of Hempstead home to add to its impressive mantle of helping America’s heroes. “While one door has closed for me,” remarked Cpl. Vaughan at the dedication of his house in front of hundreds of onlookers, “four new doors have opened.” Onlookers this day included several fire departments,

troops of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, a New York City pipe band, public officials, school bands and choirs, education officials, veterans associations, a motorcycle club, and neighbors, friends and returning soldiers from present conflict zones. “This is incredible,” Cpl. Vaughan told Your NewsMag earlier. “I don’t believe this yet, the reality hasn’t sunk in.” The

tinued. It has a spacious backyard, with a running waterfall. “This is a marvelous day,” remarked Gene Lowenburg of Merrick’s American Legion Post 1282. “This is the way it’s supposed to be.” He called it a testament to what Vaughan has achieved as a soldier fighting to keep the country free from enemies and oppression. Cpl. Vaughan joined the U.S. Marines right out of Mepham High School in 2007, training as an infantryman. “I wanted to join the Marines since 9-11, when I was in seventh-grade at Grand Av yenue Middle School.” He told Your NewsMag the day 9-11 occurred, “students were being called into the office to speak with their parents, parents who were in the World Trade Center building calling them to tell them goodbye,” he said of that day. Cpl. Vaughan soon found his way to Afghanistan, and was part of the invasion of Marjeh, a city known for its opium and marijuana growing. He was in the fifth vehicle of a patrol when the vehicle

Public and Building For Home officials join with Cpl. Vaughan (holding the key) and his parents as he receives the ceremonial key to the house. home has an open downstairs design providing for plenty of space to maneuver should he need wheelchair assistance, and large windows to let in plenty of light. “Everything is controlled by remote control as well,” such as the shower in his specially fit bathroom, he con-

ran over an IED device. “The vehicle in front of us tripped the device,” and it exploded under his vehicle. That was September 2011. No one was killed in the explosion. The home ceremony in North Merrick kicked off Building Homes for Heroes’ four days of

gifting homes across the nation in honor of Veterans Day on November 11. The organization will gift homes to wounded veterans in Arizona, Nevada and Florida. “There’s no better way to start an amazing four-day journey than right in the heart of our hometown in the Town of Hempstead,” Andy Pujol, CEO/ Founder of Building Home for Heroes, said. “We could not have become one of the nation’s fastest-growing veteran’s charities without our generous

from left are Robert Guglielmo, Gram Cantrell, Vaughan and Joe Hores. Hores and Guglielmo will live with Vaughan. Cantrell was injured along with Vaughan. supporters, and the volunteers who are committed to helping us build homes for veterans, while rebuilding the lives of our nation’s heroes.” “Thanks to the tireless efforts of Andy Pujol and his wonderful team at Building Homes for Heroes, this incredibly brave young man will move into his own home in his beloved hometown,” Hempstead Town Supervisor-elect Anthony Santino remarked. “Corporal Vaughan is a true hero who courageously put his life on the line to preserve the freedoms that we enjoy as Americans,” said outgoing Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray. Corporal Vaughan, of the Third Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, was wounded in Afghanistan in September 2011 when the vehicle in which he was traveling in struck an

80-pound pressure plate (improvised explosive device) while he was carrying out combat operations in the Southern Helmand province. As a result of his injuries, Corporal Vaughan, who was treated for 15 months at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, had his left leg amputated below the knee - which was fitted with a blade-type artificial leg, and his right leg reconstructed with rods and screws. He was treated for other major injuries as well. He told Your NewsMag there were soldiers younger than him being brought in to hospital who had lost several limbs. “My injury was considered a ‘paper cut’,” he said. He said he was told by doctors that as he grew older his injuries, including a back injury, would become more pronounced. He works about three days a week at a union job building production stages as a grip for major movie houses, but if he works more than that his back hurts. Corporal Vaughan earned the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, Navy Sea Service Ribbon and the NATO Medal. Hempstead Town’s Building Department waived all building permit fees, providing a savings of $2,400 to the charitable organization that built Corporal Vaughan’s home. His high school friends Joe Hores and Robert Guglielmo, whom he graduated with and who were former Marines who also served in Afghanistan, will live with Cpl. Vaughan in his spacious new Cape Cod home. For detailed information, visit the organization’s website at www.buildinghomesforheroes.org. - DOUGLAS FINLAY

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t’s that time of year once more when rich fall traditions come in to focus and are celebrated, as the Brotherhood Council will sing its annual Thanksgiving Concert at Calhoun High School on Sunday, November 22, beginning at 2 p.m. While the leaves have turned color, and the temperatures play a tug-of-war between the end of autumn and the beginning of winter, there is still the sound of music to be heard in the air. For over 20 years, the free Brotherhood Concert has attracted hundreds to both see and hear the choral music offerings of the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District’s high schools, with other choral groups from the community at large joining in song. Among the choral groups that will sing at this year’s Brotherhood Council Thanksgiving Concert are the Calhoun Choir, the Merrick Chorale and the Temple Beth Am Choir augmented by

the Seventh Day Adventists Voices. The concert will take place in the Calhoun Auditorium at 1785 State Street in Merrick. All will be enchanted by this holiday celebration, which provides the best of the Thanksgiving Holiday season to this truly diverse community. The concert is also a prelude to the coming Holiday season! Brotherhood Council Co-Presidents Lawrence Garfinkel and Rita Gilley will once again host the concert.

assau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, left, and Legislator Fran Becker commended business owner Sandra Johnson, a Merrick resident and owner of a tax service, as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People by Accounting Today. Johnson is the president of the Sandra G. Johnson, CPA, P.C. an accounting and tax practice, and also serves as the executive vice president of the National Conference of Certified Public Accountant Practitioners (NCCPAP). In addition, she is a member of the NYS Society of CPAs and a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. County Executive Mangano thanked Johnson for dedicating her time to the community, and for her years of service as a Past-President of the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores. She was also commended for spreading her knowledge in her role as a former adjunct professor at SUNY College of Old Westbury and Five Towns College, where she taught accounting and business Management.

Her list of accomplishments is varied, as she conducts lectures that have been presented at the Long Island Tax Symposium, National Conference of CPA Practitioners, Accounting Todays Growth and Profitability Summit, NYS Society of CPA’s, Hofstra University’s Continuing Education College, and the Small Business Development Center at SUNY Farmingdale. She was the 2010 recipient of the Town of Hempstead Pathfinder Award in Business, the 2010 New York State Assembly Women of Distinction Award, the 2010, 201 and, 2012 winner of the Long Island Press Best of Long Island, and recipient of the 2007 Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce Small Businessperson of the Year Award.

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Holiday Traditions Presented in History A glimpse into The Bellmores’ rich past along with current chamber membership

Shop Local! … Shop the Best!! Shop the Bellmores!!! The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores, in partnership with the Bellmore Memorial Library and the North Bellmore Public Library – known collectively as the Bellmore Historical Association – is peering into the past of the Black Swan Inn Bellmores in pictures. These photos chronicle one of the truly remarkable early South Shore communities, which grew into a destination for farm and seafaring commerce, as farmers and baymen from far and wide traveled for goods and services to maintain their livelihoods, their families and their health. And a bustling commercial center it was! Early Holiday traditions were a part of the development of the Bellmores, and the historical association is always looking to gather photos that captured and better defined that season of the year. Early Thanksgiving, for example, was punctuated by children going from house to house and singing out “Anything for Thanksgiving?” at its doors. Foods such as nuts, fruits, cookies and pennies from homeowners were placed in pillow sacks held by children who dressed in late fall outfits such as ragamuffins. This tradition was phased out in the 1950s in favor of the costumes of Halloween. A sumptuous Thanksgiving Day dinner was held yearly at the famed Black Swann Inn, located on South Oyster Bay Turnpike (now Merrick Road), thought to have been somewhere between present-day Bellmore Avenue and Center Avenue, “where the banks are now.” Readers can review the menu from a 1917 Black Swan Thanksgiving Dinner to get some interesting ideas of past revelries – to perhaps include in their own! Stringing Christmas lights across Bedford Avenue began at least in the mid40s, after the war. The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores continued lighting the streets for the holidays and celebrating with holiday events. It became an annual extravaganza to also light a large evergreen tree within the town, in further recognition. The Menorah lighting, while a deep tradition in Jewish homes, emerged into a public celebration when the country embraced the notion that all religious expression should be collective and presented together in the spirit of inclusion within the town, and laws were passed to ensure public inclusion. Whether as Christmas, Hanukkah or Winter Solstice, it is a season that celebrates the many manifestations and re-emergences of light – for all to see.

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Nor did early tradition include colorful glittering and blinking lights strung on residential homes. Homes were unassuming, with no lights on the outside - except on a few fir trees, no red Santas on rooftops. There were no reindeer songs, no shopping catalogs. Perhaps even few decorated Christmas trees.

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So what events transpired that changed the Holiday landscape in just a few short decades, into one in which the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores now offers a celebratory night of taking oldtime horse rides up the avenue to view some of the gorgeous displays of colorful residential lights in the neighborhoods?

In popular culture, many believe it started with television, a visual medium that brought products and many new ideas to communities. Soon, residents learned of new items that could bring decoration to the season, and and purchased them. The rest … is history! You, too, can share in the history of the Bellmores by participating in historical association quarterly meetings and sharing your historical memorabilia with the association for all to see. Lively discussions at meetings will identify historical memorabilia, documents, artifacts and people throughout the communities to give them a proper place in the history of the Bellmores. Join with the Bellmore Historical Association to help ensure and continue the unfolding history of the Bellmores - for future generations to come.

According to an announcement notice placed in the 1915 issue of The Nassau Post, The Black Swan Inn on Merrick Road at Bellmore, three miles east of Freeport, was opened by Mrs. Jack Shields to be conducted as a first-class hotel catering especially to families at reasonable prices. They invite guests to «Dine In The Sunshine.»

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Chas. A. Frisch’s Road House A Step Above Stairbuilders, LLC ..................................679-2622 A&L&J Service Center INC ..........................................409-4433

Andersen’s Spring & Welding Corp. ............................785-7337 Angelo L. Buonomo, CPA ............................................993-3085 Arby’s of Bellmore.......................................................308-4535 As You Wish Parties ....................................................590-7878 Banner Transmission & Engine, Corp. .............................221-9459 Bedford and Mane ......................................................221-5253 Bedford Deli ................................................................783-0155 Bedford Stationery .....................................................221-2234 Bedford Wine& Liquor ............................................... 785-0268 Belair Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. ......................826-1160 Bella Jewelry..............................................................996-4692 Bellmore Bean Cafe.................................................... 804-4624 Bellmore Fire Dept.. ....................................................221-4418

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The Baldwin-Southard Cemetery on Lakeview Road was the local family cemetery for the Baldwin and Southard families, both of whose land plots are drawn on early Bellmore maps. The Southard/Waring house can still be seen at 890 Bellmore Avenue. The headstones of the cemetery are stored at the Bethpage Village Restoration.

Academy Mortgage Corp ........................................... 504-3300 Accounts Retrievable System, Inc. ............................. 783-6566 Advantage Acupuncture Therapy & Massage ..................................................313-5052 Affordable Fuels .........................................................826-0099 AG Electrical Supply Co., Inc. .......................................221-2209 All About Spanish........................................................462-7777 All Island Media ..........................................................281-9665 All Island Yellow Cab ...................................................785-0412 Allied Account Services, Inc.........................................783-9500 Allstate - Conneely Agency .........................................781-7722 Alphabetland Day School & Camp ..............................826-9339 Ammel Construction Corp...........................................221-4081

Ahren’s Bellmore Harbor Casino Bellmore Knights of Columbus #3689 .......................... 785-9407 Bellmore Lions Club ....................................................783-1471 Bellmore Memorial Library .................................785-2990 x117 Bellmore Merrick Democratic Club .....................................996-1587 Bellmore Merrick EMS .........................................................785-7700 Bellmore Movies and The Show Place ................................783-3199 Bellmore Playhouse.............................................................783-9669 Bellmore Post Office............................................................781-8111 Bellmore Republican Club...........................................783-0330 Bellmore United Methodist

Billy Dean’s Showtime Cafe........................................ 783-0003 Blossom Deli ...............................................................826-5456 Bombshell Brows ........................................................308-7073 Brucia, Tom, CFP .........................................................521-7362 Built Well Solar Corp. ..................................................695-1000 Capital One Bank ........................................................785-2221 Carvalhos Restaurant..................................................679-3300 Cary Construction, Inc. ................................................679-5107 Centigrade Heating & Cooling Corp. ...........................826-9273 Centore Chiropractic, P.C. ...........................................679-0900 Cherrywood Foot Care Group..................................... 826-9000 Chicken’s Road ............................................................221-5222 ChiroMom, The Office of Dr. Dana Walters.....................................................212-1212 Chocolate Works of Bellmore Merrick.............................900-1119 Clair S. Bartholomew & Son Inc. ....................................409-2020 Clothesline Clothing Company .................................... 557-2162 Cohen & Mason CPA’s ..................................................679-1970 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage ..........................809-1000

1880s ferry boat to High Hills Bellmore Fire District. .................................................781-9240 Bellmore Automotive Inc. ...........................................783-1188 Did you know?

Mill Pond was once known as Jones Pond, written on earlier maps as Geones Pond, and was part of Brooklyn Water, the water company that used reservoirs along the South Shore to feed the water supply into New York City. Water tunnels can still be found underneath Sunrise Highway heading west, and remnants of substations can be seen along the Wantagh Parkway and in Mill Pond.

Bellmore Herald Life .......................................569-4000 EX.212 Bellmore Jewish Center ..............................................781-3072

Sunrise Village Nursery School............................................................212-1483 Bellmore Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2770......... 785-9506 Bellmore Veterinary Hospital..................................... 308-4050 Bellmore Village Chiropractic & Wellness .............................................809-9191 Bellmore/N. Bellmore Auxillary Police .......................644-9856 Bellmore-Merrick United Secondary Teachers .......................................992-1068 Berkenfeld, Dr. Michael DDS .......................................221-6262

Baldwin Waring home Community Parent Center ..........................................771-9346 Computer Works Solutions INC. ................................ 889-3600 Costello’s Ace Hardware ..............................................221-0010 Cozy Cocoon ........................................................ 212-660-9935 Creative Arts Design Studio Inc. ................................. 606-6217 Creative Partners ........................................................967-0592 Crunch Fitness .....................................................................TBD Curbside Cravings .......................................................523-4102 Danny’s Chinese Kitchen ............................................ 783-9000

Come Meet Santa Friday, November 27th

Stop # 1 9am-North ..CVS Shopping Plaza, North Jerusalem Rd. (between East Meadow Ave & Bellmore Ave) Stop # 2 9:30am-North..Stop & Shop Shopping Center, Jerusalem Ave & Newbridge Rd Stop# 3 10am..South.. Ace Shopping Center, Merrick Road & Bedford Avenue Stop #4 10:30am...Bellmore Village... Bellmore Firehouse (Pettit avenue)

Then join Santa and his elves for a free movie 11:00AM The Bellmore Movies (Pettit Avenue Bellmore Village)

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• Santa Run - November 27 • Menorah Lighting - December 9 • Christmas Tree Lighting and • Installation Dinner - January 16, 2016 Holiday Extravaganza - December 4th Visit www.bellmorechamber.com for updates and further information.

The Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores

India House Dear Little Dollies LTD. ................................................679-0164 Destined 2B Said. ................................................(347)623-2125 Dime Savings Bank .................................................... 221-6000 Dirty Dawg..................................................................785-2442 DSD Dance Center ...................................................... 783-6734 Edward Jones Investments .........................................783-3046 Elisa’s Ristorante Café ................................................ 679-4805 Elizabeth Arden Red Door Salon & Spa ..................... 409-2800 Energy Fuel .................................................................221-3835 Entertainment Plus More ......................................... 783-4200 Euphoria Psychedelic Gift Shop...................................781-4200 Executive Security Systems........................................ 785-9600 Did you know?

The India House, a popular restaurant in the area at the corner of Merrick Road and Bellmore Avenue, burned down in 1963. A strip mall, including the Brokerage, was then built in its place.

Family Fence .............................................................. 783-4904 FasTracKids/JEI ............................................................224-3177 Finker Wellness, Inc ....................................................765-3272 First National Bank of Long Island ............................. 679-6200 Fitmixx Fitness Studio.................................................851-2292 Fleischer Dental Group, P.C..........................................826-3520 Four Seasons Design Group......................................... 781-3155 Geller Dental Group, P.C ..............................................487-4744 Gennaro Jewelers .......................................................785-0134 Gen-x Wireless ............................................................900-1616

Gerrato Agency, Inc.................................................... 826-3666 Giovanni Caboto Lodge #2372 ....................................390-7199 Great New Popcorn .....................................................221-5500 Guardian Brain Foundation..................................631-271-3292 Hair Effex Inc. ..............................................................221-2022 Have You Heard?, Inc. ................................................. 409-0283 Heart Health of the South Shore, PC ...........................218-2510 High-Tech Design Plumbing and Heating, Inc. ......................................805-6040 Hillside-Lane Electric ................................................. 221-7074

Dr. Skou on sleigh Holzhauer Plumbing & Heating ................................ 858-0268 Hotfixqueen ................................................................308-7575 Income Tax Plus ......................................................... 785-3046

Island Wide Speech..................................................... 415-2751 iSpin Indoor Cycling Studio ........................................ 781-6000 Jam Dance & Fitness Center ........................................781-5090 Jennifer Russo............................................................220-0544

View from Kennedy H.S. roof Jerry’s Auto Center .....................................................785-8400 Jim Cuccias & Sons General Contractors..................... 221-6400 K.B. Bicycle Repair ..................................................... 826-0457 Kaizen Centre for Health & Wellness. .........................208-3002 Kardesh Jewelers Inc. .................................................208-3002 Kee-Zac Pharmacy ......................................................221-4022 Kiwanis Club of the Bellmores, Inc. ............................ 680-4307 Knights of Pythias.......................................................526-2492 KOMO .........................................................................781-1988 Krinsky, Dr. David H. D.M.D. ........................................785-2171 Kwaks Trading Post .....................................................221-6913 Did you know?

Before McCloskeys Steak House came into existence on Sunrise Highway, the place was known as the Roadside Rest.

Merrick and Newbridge Rd Incredible Feets of Bellmore, Inc.................................826-3338 Inner-Circle Debt Solutions ........................................ 804-5867 iProdigy of Bellmore ...................................................557-2882 Island Federal Credit Union .........................................631-851-1100 ext. 1602 Island Greenery ..........................................................785-0349

Law Office of Cheryl Kitton, Esq. ................................826-1100 LisaFrasca.comCetified Health Coach.......................................... 917-834-2000 Little Shoppers, Inc. ....................................................867-7714 Livingston Foot Care Specialists..................................826-0103 Lone Wolf Tattoo ........................................................221-9085 Long Island Trading Post............................................826-4483 Marge Elias-«Genworth Long Term

Care Insurance Specialist»......................................... 996-8879 Mary Kay Cosmetics ....................................................781-2629 Maui Wowi Smoothies ............................................... 521-4008 McDonough, Dave (NY State Assemblyman)...............409-2070 Medici, Dr. Paul R. DDS................................................781-5405 Menzies, Dr. Gerard H., D.M.D., PC ..............................783-7151 Metro Hair Modes, Inc. ...............................................221-2868 Metropolitan Physical Therapy ...................................586-5533 Meyerowitz & Meyerowitz, Certified Public Accounts ...........................................379-2770

Overflow from Mill Pond, Merrick Rd Mister Softee ............................................................. 884-8419 Moonflower Yoga, Inc. ................................................557-2206 Morning Rose Café ......................................................221-5010 Music Emporium ....................................................... 221-4888 Nancy, «The Cupcake Lady» ...................................... 679-6700 Nassau County Police 1st PCT. .................................... 679-6700 Nassau County Police 7th PCT ................................... 573-6700 Nassau Suffolk School Boards Assoc. ..........................781-2053 Nassau Treasures Unlimited ........................................573-6100 New York Musician’s Center ........................................515-0236 Newbridge Coverage Corp. .........................................781-9000 Newsday Media Group .........................................631-843-2935 North Bellmore American Legion ....................#1749 785-5130 North Bellmore Dental Associates, P.C. ................................................221-2271 North Bellmore Fire Dept ........................................... 409-4720 North Bellmore Fire District ....................................... 409-4701 North Bellmore Public Library ................................... 785-6260

Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Extravaganza! December 4 from 6 - 10pm

Veteran’s Memorial Corner of Bedford and Broadway in Bellmore Village Festivities Include: • Christmas Tree Lighting 7pm •Horse & Carriage Rides • A visit from Santa • Trolly Rides * 6-10pm • Live Nativity • Refreshments* • Festive Holiday Music *slight fee

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Long Island Rail Road Oak Chalet...................................................................826-1700 North Shore LIJ Go Health Urgent Care .......................537-9064 Old Mill Nurseries LLC ................................................ 679-6228 Olga’s Hair Design, Inc.................................................826-0139 Origin Photos ..............................................................500-1104 Organize Me! of NY, LLC ............................................. 783-9084 Oriental Martial and Healing Arts ...............................221-2503 Overview Computer Services, LLC ...............................210-2000 Pampered Chef C Pellicani..........................................785-5436 Pampered Chef - S. Newman ......................................221-8241 Panther Home Improvement ..................................... 479-6660

Adolph Frisch’s General Store, Bellmore Ave Parts Authority Auto Parts Superstores Inc.................221-5700 Perfection Printing .....................................................221-4100 Petite Florist ............................................................... 221-3749 Phoenix Medical Billing & Conbsultant Services, Inc ..................................... 783-6692 Picante’s Mexican Italian Grill ....................................503-8074 Piccolo Ristorante .......................................................679-8787 Pilot Drafting & Consulting Inc. ..................................679-4731

Polara Jewelers ...........................................................785-4141 Precious Bellas Dance Academy ................................. 456-5966 Precision Pharmacy Inc. ..............................................785-4774 Pride for Youth/Long Island Crisis Center ..................................................... 679-9000 Red Dragon Karate Studio Inc. ................................... 785-8800 Realty Connect.....................................................917-807-3394 ReMax Hearthstone ....................................................771-8300 Ridgewood Savings Bank........................................... 785-0385 Right Click Computer Solutions, Inc. ...........................665-9313 Rite Aid. ......................................................................826-3100 Rock Underground. ......................................................221-rock Roslyn Savings Bank ...................................................826-9100 S & M Concrete........................................................... 546-4976

Tomas V. Smith property Merrick Rd water tower circa 1910 Saf-T-Swim of Bellmore ...............................................557-2114 Sal’s Lunch Box .......................................................... 263-0344 Savvy Designer Boutique .........................................965-4699 Schade, Robert F. C.P.A., P.C. .......................................679-2495 Scheno, Christopher R., OD, Pllc ..................................409-2020 Sensei Don’s Martial Arts ............................................384-7355 Signarama ..................................................................783-1075

Silverman & Associates ...............................................781-9700 Sklar, Heyman Hirshfield & Kantor LLP ...................... 826-4300 South Shore Art Center ...............................................679-7716 Did you know?

When the owner of Sunrise Village, a popular German-American restaurant where Piccolo’s Italian Ristorante is located, died, his wife sold the property and it was divided up. Meanwhile, a German named Bopp owned a fatrendering complex on Bellmore Avenue, where the Bellmore Senior Center is located. When Bopp died, his son - who lived in a house where the Oak Chalet now is - took over the complex but was killed in a fire at the home. The wifeowner of defunct Sunrise Village then purchased the property of the home and opened Oak Chalet, as a GermanAmerican restaurant.

South Shore Country Day School & Camp, Inc...............................................785-3311 Specialty Rarities, Inc.................................................826-4444 Spiga Bakery ...............................................................557-2688 Stitch This Print That, Inc ...........................................308-3833 Stop & Shop ...............................................................826-0880 Tepper Marketing Promotional Products ................................................826-5067 The 3rd Rail .................................................................590-7220 Til Galvani Associates.................................................409-6950 TommyGuns Vape Shop .............................................781-2718 Topnotch Construction............................................... 826-6002 Train for the Game LI.................................................. 809-9700 Tung, George, M.D. .................................................... 783-0300

Come Celebrate The Festival of Lights December 6 at 6pm Veteran’s Memorial corner of Broadway & Bedford Avenues in Bellmore Village

Our religious leaders from the local Synagogues will lead us in prayer as we light our beautiful 10 foot, silver Chanukah Menorah. This year’s celebration will include the singing of traditional Chanukah songs lead by student of the Hebrew and nursery schools. There will be chocolate gelt and wonderful Chanukah giveaways compliments of the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores.

Ultimate Champion’s Taekwondo Bellmore ..................................................785-5425 Umberto’s Bellmore ................................................... 409-1400 Did you know?

The building once known as the Worth Hotel, a hotel used by local travelers – and, it’s said, fur trappers – still stands at the corner of Bedford Avenue and Grand Avenue. During its decades of operation its entranceway faced west, and featured a veranda, or porch, for guests. Today the three-story structure is partially hidden by the newer one-story buildings that are built around it, such as the Bedford Avenue Deli, Allstate Insurance and the Bellmore Bean Café. However, a black metal ladder is still affixed to the side of the building, a clear signature of the hotel.

Village Auto ................................................................785-7763 Vietnam War Veterans Assoc ..................................... 946-2906 Vintage Agency, Inc. ...................................................781-1407 Vital Signs Plus, Inc. ....................................................223-3080 W.A.W. Creative Construction .....................................679-8393 W.C. Mepham H.S. Alumni Association ...................... 785-8230 Weiss, David Paul Esq..................................................783-0330 Wollman, Dr. George OD/Teresa Halliwell. OD ............................................785-4483 Work n Wear Uniforms...............................................409-0002 Worldwide Puppies & Kittens .....................................679-7880 Wow Brands.........................................................631-457-9922 Young Living Essential Oils......................................... 993-5482 Your NewsMag ............................................................633-8590 Zagarino Realty and Insurance ...................................785-0013 Zorn’s .........................................................................826-8000

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formed in The Radio City or Cheryl Fontana, Christmas Spectacular as earning this newly crewell as numerous regional ated role of Director of productions. Mostly recentFine & Performing Arts and ly, Fontana was asked to Adult Education at the Bellplay the title role in Mary more-Merrick Central High Poppins for the Broadhollow School District continues Theatre Co. her story of coming home. “My theater experience al“This is the ultimate lows me to look at the arts dream position; to work in Cheryl Fontana from different angles,” she the district I grew up in,” said. “It also gives me a broad the Calhoun alum said. “This is where it all started for me. My perspective of all three programs – fine arts, music and theatre.” hope is to now have a role in shaping Fontana’s vision for the program increative experiences for kids that will cludes creating new opportunities for instill the same passion for the arts that was given to me while I was a stu- our students in all areas: “It’s taking what we have and trying to build and dent here.” expand to truly prepare students for caWhile Fontana has been working in reers in the arts.” district since 2003 as an English While other districts are quick to cut teacher and administrator (also servart programs, Fontana maintained the ing as director of the Middle School constant support of the BMCHSD and Drama club), theater and music have Board of Education. “They understand always been her true passions. She that it’s such an important part of so has worked professionally in theater many kids’ lives; we are a lucky disstarting with her Broadway debut at trict.” she added. age 14. Following college, she per-

rand Avenue Middle Schoolers experienced the effects of alcohol and/or drug impairment recently as the Community Parent Center brought simulators and simple tasks for the teens to attempt.

Students at Grand Avenue Middle School attempted various activities while wearing impairment goggles. Interactive stations were available for students in the lobby designed to promote positive decision-making and were available to eighthgrade students during their lunch

periods. These stations utilized vision impairment goggles to perform a multitude of tasks, including a toddler shape sorter, stacking cups, a Perfection game and a driving video game. “This was done in an effort to show kids the ill effects of drugs and alcohol,” said Principal Carlo Conte. “I want to once again thank the Parent Center for helping us put these activities together. Without their continued support, this would not be a reality.” The program was the coordinated effort between the Community Parent Center’s Wendy Tepfer and Pia Santodonato, a health teacher and S.A.D.D. club advisor at Grand Avenue. The week concluded with a S.A.D.D. banner signing during lunch periods for both grades. Students who support the ideas of making positive instead of destructive choices were encouraged to sign the banner.

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Calhoun Colts Come Home

tudents, parents, alumni and community members turned out for the rescheduled Calhoun High School Homecoming game Saturday. Stormy weather cancelled ColtFest, the school’s annual festival held in conjunction with the homecoming game on Friday.

“We would have loved to play the game under the lights but the weather did not cooperate,” Calhoun Principal Nicole Hollings said. Student Jenna Hickey belted out the National Anthem and the varsity cheerleading

squad and mascot, Charlie the Colt, were also on hand to display school spirit. Fellow athletes donned their Colts gear, face paint and more as they cheered on the football team. The Colts lost to New Hyde Park 17-7.

Kennedy Wins Readily on Home Turf “In the gym, the crowds gathered to watch the girls’ varsity volleyball team, badminton team, and boys’ junior varsity volleyball team all play exciting matches,” Principal Lorraine Poppe said. Local bands took to the temporary stage and food trucks gathered in the parking lot behind the bleachers. A safely lit bonfire burned on the baseball field, under the direct supervision of Bellmore vol-

ith a pep rally, outdoor festival and toasty bonfire, Kennedy High School kicked off Homecoming in full force. Under the bright Friday night lights, the Cougars took on New Hyde Park, coming out victorious, 28-21. Prior to the game, various school clubs fundraised by selling homemade chocolates, snacks and even the opportunity to throw a pie at a teacher.

unteer firefighters. This annual tradition serves as a warm union for the students, staff and community. The marching band kept fans upbeat in the stands throughout the game and the cheerleaders and kickliners were brimming with school spirit. “It was a wonderful week – one filled with lots of school spirit and a high level of participation,” Poppe said. “It was a great week for the Cougar Nation.”

Pirate Nation Colorful in Fall Classic

epham High School homecoming festivities were colorful and cheery this weekend for students and fans alike. A poor weather forecast cancelled the previous night’s Pep Rally, however the sun was shining and the crowds were smiling on Saturday as the Pirates took on Carey Junior-Senior High School. “Saturday’s Homecoming was another reminder of how fortunate I am to be a part of

such an incredible school community,” said Mepham Principal Michael Harrington. Head custodian Gino DiClemente served as the parade’s grand marshal, leading the parade from Grand Avenue Middle School to Mepham’s field. DiClemente is retiring in December after 28 years of service. Students manned decorated floats, throwing candy to onlookers. The band provided upbeat tunes and the cheerleaders/kickliners danced in the

streets. Students, families, alumni and community leaders filled the bleachers to cheer on the team and performers. “The spirit and energy throughout the entire day was a reflection of the love and pride the students, parents and staff have for Mepham High School,” added Harrington. “It was a great day to be a Pirate.” Despite an 18-8 lead heading into halftime, the Pirates lost to the Seahawks 28-21.

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A Parade of Book Characters

Jill and Brian Tepfer of Merrick welcome the birth of their third son, Hudson Jax, to the family that includes older brothers Luke and Brody. The grandparents are Stephen and Diann Feig of Merrick and Dr. Karl and Wendy Tepfer of Bellmore.

irch Elementar y school first graders traveled back to the 19 th centur y on their trip to the Old Bethpage Village Restoration. During their trip, first-graders experienced how life was in a 19 th century American village. Students visited a farmhouse with animals, a one-room schoolhouse and saw how candles and pottery were made.

Dressed as their favorite storybook characters, Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center students attended the annual Book Character Parade.

ressed as superheroes, fairy tale characters and popular book personas, Bellmore students and faculty at the Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center held their favorite books as they crossed

On their trip to the Old Bethpage Village Restoration, first-graders learned about pottery making.

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the auditorium stage to the cheers of family and friends during the school’s annual Book Character Parade. Students posed for photos before marching around the auditorium to their seats, where they participat-

ed in a sing-along. In addition to the school song, popular Halloween tunes including “Old Mrs. Brew,” “Five Little Pumpkins” and “Stirring Our Brew” set the tone for an exciting weekend of trick-ortreating.

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Creating Warmth During the Holiday Season by Randi Satnick

o you wonder why a warm and welcoming feeling engulfs you only during the holiday season upon entering the homes of family and friends? Why can’t that inviting aura be present

throughout the rest of the year? During the holidays, days are shorter and nights longer. This adversely affects mood, and therefore predisposes us to seek out and appreciate changes that titillate the senses, lifts our spirits and call us indoors. However, once inside, it is not just the smell of holiday foods on the stove or the glow from decorations that provide a feeling of pleasure, but small changes or additions that can be incorporated into our décor all year long. During the holidays many

homes - and workplaces - are illuminated with decorative lighting and candles. Light has positive effects on mood and perception. White lights induce peace and a sense of order, while the intensity of a red glow sparks creativity and draws attention. Green light symbolizes nature and has a calm effect, as does its color wheel neighbor blue, which evokes a sense of serenity. Accent lighting or even the glow of a candle is an easy way to incorporate this popular holiday decorating practice into our daily lives to evoke the feel

and imagery we desire. It is a widely known fact that color affects mood and can “make or break” a space. We associate saturated reds, greens and blue hues with holiday cheer. Red evokes energy and appears to be nearer to us than it is. It grabs our attention. In fact, studies show that people (particularly men) find members of the opposite sex more attractive when they are wearing red or standing before a red wall. Red evokes a physical reaction whereas blue affects us mentally. Blue is a calming hue and is associated with stability and

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← holiday decorations. Adding furnishings or accessories that evoke nature is yet another way to incorporate the warmth of the holiday into everyday living. Keep in mind that curvier shapes tend to relax the mind while angular shapes such as stars tend to energize. The places we inhabit affect our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. A home devoid of any holiday cheer, whether it be visual, auditory, tactile or aromatic does nothing to affect the psyche in a positive way. So, im-

plement some of the elements that make holiday decorating cheerful, comfortable, and welcoming into your home decor. The holiday season is an annual reminder of what we value most in life. It can also guide us to creating a personal sanctuary that is warm and inviting all year long.

Shop Locally This Holiday Season

ith the holiday shopping season upon us, Nassau County officials joined with Merokian Julie Marchesella, president of the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, and small business owners to kick off a “Shop Nassau County” campaign and highlight a countywide Veterans Discount Program. “I encourage all residents to support their hometown businesses this holiday season, and year-round, as local businesses are the heartbeat of Nassau County’s economy and make our communities stronger and better places to live, work and raise a family,” said County Executive Edward P. Mangano. The Nassau County Industrial Development Agency, in partnership with the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, launched a significant new marketing campaign aimed at encouraging residents to shop at local Nassau County merchants. Utilizing television, print, radio and social media the ads featured Nassau business owners. The campaign is part of the Nassau County IDA’s effort to assist small businesses as they are the lifeblood of our communities. “Shop Nassau County” benefits include: • Money spent here stays here (keeping local dollars in the economy)

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O-Gauge Trains Brighten Up the Holiday Season

he largest Lionel O-Gauge railroad in Nassau County is back once more for two weekends to get holiday revelers in the spirit for the holidays! Located underneath the Cue Nine Billiard Club in Levittown at 2953 Hempstead Turnpike, the Nassau Lionel Operating Engineers invite you to come see them work their magic on trains of all lengths, sizes and shapes as they chug around and blow their whistles on an 80-foot x 35-foot layout that includes four mainlines of primary track on three different levels, a subway line, a trolley line, multiple freight yards and passenger stations, an operating turntable with roundhouse, and much more. Kids and train enthusiasts of every age can see the Lionel O-gauge layout on Friday, De-

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Views the Lights Fantastic at the Festival of Trees

he 26th Annual Long Island Festival of Trees will be held The Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 27, 28 and 29. The festival is sponsored by upcn of Nassau County. This event is renowned for its spectacular array of designer-decorated trees and gingerbread village, and features continuous live entertainment, Santa, a vendor marketplace, children’s activities, Department 56 village and display, and more! All trees and gingerbread will be for sale. Revelers will be able to visit the ucpn Toy and Gift Shop for bargains. All proceeds raised benefit the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County, Inc. and the Cradle of Aviation Museum. The display of 6 ½-foot trees will please attendees, and the trees are all for sale. In addition, there will be 300 2-1/2 -foot trees in all different themes and wreaths and swags for sale. Culinary students from the Barry Tech

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Institute in Westbury are creating original gingerbread creations! There will be many vendors selling a wide assortment of items, and you can avoid lines at the festival by doing all your holiday shopping at the festival as you find one-of-a-kind things at reduced prices! With paid admission of $ 10 per child and $15 per adult - kids 2 and under free, children will get to decorate a cookie with all sorts of fun trimmings in the cookie area. Entrance to the Cradle of Aviation Museum and the Junior Jet Club is included with paid admission to the festival. Guests get a real bargain while helping raise funds for two well-respected organizations and having an enjoyable time! Times are Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28, from 10 a.m. –to-6 p.m. And Sunday, November 29, from 10 a.m.-to-5 p.m. Tickets will be available online at www.cradleofaviation.org For information call 378-2000 ext. 648 or go to www.ucpn.org

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SCHOOL FINANCES

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Many Eligible for College Aid Don’t Apply By Barry Fox BA, MA

he underlying philosophy of college financial aid starts with the assumption that it is the parent’s responsibility to pay for their child’s college education to the extent that they are able. How much parents are able to afford is written into law and is calculated by the federal government. This process is called a needs analysis and is determined by submitting a form called a FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The family’s financial contribution is essentially the amount of money that the family has available to pay for college. Studies released by the American Council on Education, which represents most colleges in the United States, says that approximately 50% of the almost 10 million undergraduates enrolled in 2015-2016 did not complete the federal or state application forms. Almost a million of these students would have been eligible. Even as college costs increase, families often miss financial aid opportunities because they are not aware of how

the system operates. Not many students with more than $80,000 in family income can get Pell grants but they can get other aid such as college based aid, New York State TAP, and federal student and parent loans. The FAFSA form is the first step in applying for all types of need based aid including federal student loans. Many parents believe that the aid is only available if you’re really poor. It runs over six pages of calculations and four pages of directions. Under the federal tax code you get a break if you save money in your child’s name, but if you take advantage of this federal tax break you will get penalized by the federal financial aid system. Under the federal formula, the student is expected to contribute 20% of his own savings toward college costs each year. In four years 80% of the money will be gone. The financial aid system also hurts kids who make more than $6400 a year, although few high school and college students do. For every extra dollar over $6400 the school will take 50%.

Annual Free Concert For Merrick and Bellmore The Brotherhood Council of Merrick in Cooperation with The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District The Thanksgiving Festival of Music Free Concert • Come One, Come All! Sunday Nov. Nov. 22, 2015 at 2PM Calhoun High School Auditorium State Street, Merrick NY We celebrate the diversity of our unique communities.

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By Jennifer Rosenberg

How Thanksgiving Was Saved: A Colorful History

.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt had a lot to think about in 1939. The world had been suffering from the Great Depression for a decade and the Second World War had just erupted in Europe. On top of that, the U.S. economy continued to look bleak. So, when U.S. retailers begged him to move Thanksgiving up a week to increase the shopping days before Christmas, he agreed. He probably considered it a small change; however, when FDR issued his Thanksgiving Proclamation with the new date, there was an uproar throughout the country.

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As most schoolchildren know, the history of Thanksgiving began when Pilgrims and Native Americans gathered together to celebrate a successful harvest. The first Thanksgiving was held in the fall of 1621, sometime between September 21 and November 11, and

was a three-day feast. The Pilgrims were joined by approximately 90 of the local Wampanoag tribe, including Chief Massasoit, in celebration. They ate fowl and deer for certain and most likely also ate berries, fish, clams, plums and boiled pumpkin.

prayer,” to especially give thanks for the opportunity to form a new nation and the establishment of a new constitution. Yet, even after a national day of Thanksgiving was declared in 1789, Thanksgiving was not an annual celebration.

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Though the current holiday of Thanksgiving was based on the 1621 feast, it did not immediately become an annual celebration or holiday. Sporadic days of Thanksgiving followed, usually declared locally to give thanks for a specific event such as the end of a drought, victory in a specific battle, or after a harvest. It wasn’t until October 1777 that all 13 colonies celebrated a day of Thanksgiving. The very first national day of Thanksgiving was held in 1789, when President George Washington proclaimed Thursday, November 26, to be “a day of public thanksgiving and

We owe the modern concept of Thanksgiving to a woman named Sarah Josepha Hale. Hale, editor of Godey’s Lady’s Book and author of the famous “Mary Had a Little Lamb” nursery rhyme, spent 40 years advocating for a national, annual Thanksgiving holiday. In the years leading up to the Civil War, she saw the holiday as a way to infuse hope and belief in the nation and the constitution. So, when the United States was torn in half during the Civil War and Lincoln was searching for a way to bring the nation together, he discussed the matter with Hale.

LINCOLN SETS DATE

On October 3, 1863, Lincoln issued a Thanksgiving Proclamation that declared the last Thursday in November (based on Washington’s date) to be a day of “thanksgiving and praise.” For the first time, Thanksgiving became a national, annual holiday with a specific date.

Thanksgiving and retailers hoped that with an extra week of shopping, people would buy more. So when FDR announced his Thanksgiving Proclamation in 1939, he declared the date of Thanksgiving to be Thursday, November 23, the second-to-last Thursday of the month.

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For 75 years after Lincoln issued his Thanksgiving Proclamation, succeeding presidents honored the tradition and annually issued their own Thanksgiving Proclamation, declaring the last Thursday in November as the day of Thanksgiving. However, in 1939, President Franklin D. Roosevelt did not. In 1939, the last Thursday of November was going to be November 30. Retailers complained to FDR that this only left 24 shopping days to Christmas and begged him to push Thanksgiving just one week earlier. It was determined that most people do their Christmas shopping after

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The new date for Thanksgiving caused a lot of confusion. Calendars were now incorrect. Schools that had planned vacations and tests now had to reschedule. Thanksgiving had been a big day for football games - as it is today, so the game schedule had to be examined. Political opponents of FDR and many others questioned the president’s right to change the holiday, and stressed the breaking of precedent and disregard for tradition. Many believed that changing a cherished holiday just to appease businesses was not a sufficient reason for change. At→

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lantic City’s mayor derogatorily called November 23 as “Franksgiving.”

TWO THANKSGIVINGS IN 1939?

Before 1939, the president annually announced his Thanksgiving Proclamation and then governors followed the president in officially proclaiming the same day as Thanksgiving for their state. In 1939, many governors did not agree with FDR’s decision to change the date and refused to follow him. The country became split on which Thanksgiving they should observe. Twenty-three states followed FDR’s change and declared Thanksgiving to be November 23. Twenty-three other states disagreed with FDR and kept the traditional date for Thanksgiving, November 30. Two states, Colorado and Texas, decided to honor both dates. This idea of two Thanksgiving days split some families, because not everyone had the same day off work.

DID IT WORK?

Though the confusion caused many frustrations across the country, the question remained as to whether the extended holiday shopping season caused people to spend more, thus helping the economy.

The answer was no. Businesses reported that the spending was approximately the same, but the distribution of the shopping was changed. For those states who celebrated the earlier Thanksgiving date, the shopping was evenly distributed throughout the season. For those states that kept the traditional date, businesses experienced a bulk of shopping in the last week before Christmas.

1940

In 1940, FDR again announced Thanksgiving to be the second-to-last Thursday of the month. This time, 31 states followed him with the earlier date and 17 kept the traditional date. Confusion over two Thanksgivings continued.

CONGRESS FIXES IT

Lincoln had established the Thanksgiving holiday to bring the country together, but the confusion over the date change was tearing it apart. On December 26, 1941, Congress passed a law declaring that Thanksgiving would occur every year on the fourth Thursday of November. This article by noted historian Jennifer Rosenberg appeared at www.about.com.

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CRUNCH FITNESS: Crunch Fitness health club is coming to Bellmore. The gym, to be at 2212 Centre Avenue, Bellmore, is the old 28,000 square-foot Verizon building that is being transformed into a state-of-the- art exercise facility to include advanced cardio workout equipment, ellipticals, group fitness and a whole array of fitness classes for a complete health workout experience. Lewis Breslau, Mepham Class of 1979 graduate and owner of the health club, told Your NewsMag that the club will begin presales on December 7 in front of the facility, just off Centre Avenue adjacent to Pettit Avenue. He looks for a February opening … CIRCLE OF FRIENDS: New York State Assemblyman Dave McDonough was recently named to the Farm Bureau’s 2015 “Circle of Friends” for his support of agricultural initiatives during the 2015 Legislative session. The U.S. Farm Bureau honors New York State legislators for their votes on bills that support the agriculture industry as well as sponsorship of legislation conducive to the Farm Bureau’s mission … SMITH STREET DELI: The popular Smith Street Delicatessen on Smith Street in Merrick, near the corner of Meadow-

brook Road, is opening a second location on Merrick Road in Bellmore, and hopes to be open sometime by March … HANUKKAH SERVICE: Temple Beth Am family Hanukkah service is on Friday, December 4,at 7:30 p.m. and is open to the community DOUGLAS SMESTAD: The Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Doug Smestad will be held on December 22 in the Calhoun High School auditorium. The service will also be an opportunity to raise funds for the newly established Doug Smestad Memorial Scholarship. Students in the Leadership class are actively planning ways to memorialize Mr. Smestad … VETERANS STAND DOWN: Pat Yngstrom, commander of the American Legion Post 1749 in North Bellmore, tells Your NewsMag there will be a veterans stand down on Tuesday, November 24, from 11 a.m.-to-2 p.m. at the Freeport Armory on Babylon Turnpike. Veterans will be offered new clothing, hygienic implements, counseling, food and more … BOAT PARADE: The 2015 Nautical Mile Holiday Boat Parade will be held in Freeport on Friday, December 11. Start getting your creative juices flowing, the more unique and outrageous the better. Come join the Fun!!Call the Freeport chamber office at 223-8840 for complete information …

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Raising Flags for Awareness of Tuesday’s Children

s part of a service-based project for the Mepham High School senior class, the front lawn of the school is dotted with American and military flags to raise money and awareness for their adopted organization, Tuesday’s Children. The school first learned about the organization eight years ago when a member of the class of 2011 explained to them how Tuesday’s Children had made a profound impact on her life following the death of her grandmother in the World Trade Center. “Her brother, a class of 2015 graduate, spoke with us recently about how much of an impact Tuesday’s Children had on his life. The connection to our Mepham family made working with this organization all the more important,” Kerry Dennis, a history teacher and project organizer said. Other

teacher organizers included Ms. Einbinder, Mr. Patten, Mr. Achtziger and Ms. Bender. The students began their service for Tuesday’s Children by creating Mepham’s first Flag Field of Honor. Flags were sold throughout the community for the month of September. A total of 275 flags were sold, including 24 military flags.

“The Mepham Alumni Association purchased 43 flags in honor of those alumni who died in serving in the military,” Dennis explained. The flags are 3’ x 5’ and each stand on a 6’ pole on the front lawn of Mepham between November 1 and mid-December.

“More than 120 members of the Class of 2016, parent and teacher volunteers, custodians, administrators and our Superintendent of Schools, Mr. DeTommaso, gathered at Mepham to assist and celebrate the Class of 2016’s Field of Honor to recognize our Veterans, Service Men and Women and First Responders,” Mepham Principal Michael Harrington said. “The overwhelming turnout and the incredible efforts of our school community left me in awe.” The proceeds raised from the flag sales will go directly to Tuesday’s Children. Tuesday’s Children was formed in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. The group initially worked with children who lost a parent on September 11, but have since branched to encompass recovery workers from September 11 efforts, military and children from around the world impacted by terrorism.

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n keeping with the Bellmore School District’s character education program, Shore Road School sixth-grade students showed respect to U.S. veterans by writing letters to those who have served and reside in the Northport Veteran Affairs Medical Center. Librarian Mary Willis explained to the students that a veteran is not only an older man who served in World War II, but men and women today that have served their country in many capacities while enlisted in the branches of the military. She also told the students that writing letters to veterans is extremely important to her, because she has visited her father in a veterans’ home and has seen some residents who have no one to write to or visit. “Honoring and writing letters to veterans is one of the most important things we can do each year,” Ms. Willis said.

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Bellmore sixth-grade students at Shore Road wrote letters to local veterans in honor of Veterans Day. In addition to writing letters, students watched a video titled “Honoring All Who Served” and read Margo Theis Raven’s book America’s White Table. Some of the students even shared their own stories about veterans they know.

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Over $1000 for Breast Cancer Awareness

Merrick Moms Raises Funds for Dakotah Maken

embers of Calhoun High School’s National Honor Society raised $1058 for the American Cancer Society’s fight against breast cancer. The top fundraiser was Taylor Munson, who collected $110 for the honor society’s effort. In addition, 28 students participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Members of Calhoun High at Jones Beach on School’s National Honor October 18. Society.

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errick Moms, in co-ordination with De Le Mer hair salon in Merrick, recently raised over $8300 for little Dakotah and the Maken Family. Dakotah is undergoing treatment for a cancer. Tropical Smoothie also donated to this wonderful cause and mixed smoothies on site, giving away almost 150 smoothies. Meanwhile, hair stylists cut hair, braided, and did nails and extensions. Mini massages were offered by Chiro Mom’s Dr. Dana Walters of Bellmore, and Robbie Rosen offered a recording session to special donors at Dream Recording Studios.

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n an effort to raise awareness of the issue of teenage runaways, County Executive Edward P. Mangano has declared November as Runaway Prevention Month in Nassau. Statistics indicate that more than 4000 youth run away from home, are thrown out, or pushed out of their home each year in Nassau County. In October 2002, President Bush hosted the landmark White House Conference on Exploited and Runaway Children, where leaders across the nation convened to discuss the challenges related to runaway youth that our nation must face today. What once was known as National Runaway Prevention Week was expanded into a month long prevention and awareness campaign observed in

November. The national initiative includes a “Greenlight Campaign,” whereby individuals and organizations can show support and awareness of runaway youth issues by installing a green light bulb. The Nassau County Office of Youth Services will be distributing green light bulbs and wrist bands to community members, businesses and at Runaway Training Events and Open Houses. For information on teenage runaway prevention initiatives, contact Keith Gerber, coordinator of Runaway/Homeless Youth Services, at 227-7127. To access aan emergency shelter, contact Family & Children’s Association’s Nassau Haven at 221-1310. For 24/7 assistance call the Long Island Crisis Center’s Runaway Hotline in Bellmore at 679-1111.

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Shining a Spotlight on Alzheimer’s Awareness By Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.

ovember is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to shine a spotlight on this disease that, currently, affects more than five million Americans, yet is still so often discussed in hushed tones or altogether ignored. It is also Family Caregivers Month, when we celebrate the unsung heroes who provide countless hours of unpaid care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses each and every year. At the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), our mission is to provide optimal care and services to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and their families. We do this through a national network of member organizations—including many here on the Island— that share our passion and strive to help more people today than we did yesterday. Our national toll-free helpline is staffed by licensed social workers from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. EST

Monday through Friday and offers assistance in English and in Spanish. On a daily basis, our social workers refer people to local services such as support groups, adult day programs, healthcare providers, and more. They also listen to caregivers’ stories and provide strategies to help them meet the challenges of their day-today role. Our social workers are also available via Skype, e-mail and live chat. AFA’s signature program is its National Memory Screening initiative. AFA introduced the program more than a decade ago to raise awareness of memory problems, to promote the importance of early detection of memory issues and to educate people on successful aging and brain health. By the year 2050, the number of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related illness is expected to nearly triple, in line with the rise of our aging population. The greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease is

age, with the disease typically striking at, or later than, age 65. Early detection of memory problems—through cognitive screening—can help put a person on the path to proper treatment. And, it’s important to keep in mind that not all memory problems are attributable to Alzheimer’s disease. Some stem from conditions, such as

vitamin deficiencies, thyroid issues or depression that can be readily treated. A screening is a first step identifying a possible issue, but often, fear and stigma prevent people from taking that first step and getting screened. According to a recent study conducted online by Harris Poll on behalf of Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), about nine in 10 adults ages 40+ (91%) say without their

memory, they wouldn’t be themselves. Yet, more than one in two (56 %) say they have other health concerns more pressing than getting a memory screening. Memory health is, indeed, an important part of overall health. Similar to the way blood pressure and diabetes screenings have become part of routine doctor visits, memory screenings are also moving into the mainstream and are now part of the annual Medicare wellness visit. AFA works with sites across the country to offer free, confidential memory screenings and educational materials year round. There are a number of sites on Long Island that offer free, confidential memory screenings. To help people broach the conversation of memory concerns and brain health with a loved one, AFA has teamed up with the National Alliance for Caregiving to create a social media campaign (#TalkBrainHealth), conversation kit. The

kit is available now and throughout the holiday season, a time many people notice changes in their family members, especially those who live some distance away. In the coming weeks, the Merrick Gazebo will light up teal in support of Alzheimer’s awareness. It is an offshoot of AFA’s Light the Nation campaign, which lit more than two dozen landmark buildings across the nation and around the world last week. Participating sites included New York’s Empire State Building, the pylons at Los Angeles International Airport, The Wrigley Building in Chicago, the Trafalgar Square Fountains in London, England, and Sichuan Tower in Chengdu, China. For more information on Alzheimer’s disease or to reach out for help, visit www.alzfdn. org or call 866-232-8484. Merrick Resident Charles Fuschillo, Jr. is president and CEO of Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

Jamie Rockwin, of Therapeutic Solutions, The ANNEX Wellness and Fitness Center of Merrick-along with her staff-raised more than $1100 for the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America by offering massages for $1 per minute at the Merrick Street Fair. The photo shows Rockwin, left, presenting a check for the monies raised to Merrick resident Chuck Fuschillo, president and chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

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Weekend of Holiday Merriment Coming to Bellmore

ob Barlett and Tony Powell, two long-time anchors and sidekicks of venerable radio star Don Imus of Don Imus in the Morning will bring their curious – if slightly askew – Holiday comedy show “Too Early for Christmas” to the Bellmore Movies on Saturday, December 12, beginning at 8 p.m. Following the next night on Sunday, December 13, at 7:30 p.m. Uncle Floyd returns to Bellmore for the first time in close to a decade, picking up where he left off in Bellmore years ago: fronting a fabulous Holiday entertainment show while playing piano and telling some very funny original jokes. Barlett and Powell, who can be seen on the Fox News Channel from 6 to 10 a.m. weekday mornings cooking up comedy for their blog, look to loosen up any tightly developing body kinks developing this Holiday season with a roughly two-hour fun-filled show that will include the Barlettes, Rob Bartlett’s girls’ cabaret adorned in Christmas attire singing Christmas songs that are likely, eh… variations of songs that you love best! “Clearly, Rob and Tony present almost-Broadway material,” remarked Gary

Smith, owner of NYEntertainmentClub.com, which is hosting the show. “It’s that funny, good and professional.” Bartlett is one of the original Long Island comedians, coming of age along with Jerry Seinfeld, Rosy O’Donnell and Eddie Murphy during the 1980s, said Smith. And Bartlett cut his teeth in all the comedy clubs during the heyday of Long Island comedy clubs back then. “We’re coming to Bellmore to entertain you,” Powell continued, “and offer some Christmas things.” But remember, he added, not all people celebrate Christmas so it’s not a completely 100% Christmas show. Tickets are $47 and can be purchased at the theater box office, or by calling NYEntertainmentclub.com at 785-4234.

Calhoun High School’s talented rock ‘n roll band played it cool during the recent Calhoun Homecoming on Halloween, as it entertained countless students and others in attendance with showy performances worthy of the compliments it received. The band can be seen and heard playing at other Calhoun events, as well.

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