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Vol. 76, No. 48

ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING

Photo by Michele Rosner, Ella Marie Dance Studio

Dancers entertained the crowd. BY GARY SIMEONE Holiday music, refreshments, tree lighting, Santa and family fun were all part of the annual community tree lighting ceremony in Kennedy Park on Saturday afternoon. Hundreds of people turned out to revel in the holiday cheer despite the blustery, cold conditions outside. Local elected officials including Legislator Rose Walker, Legislator Laura Schaefer, Town Clerk James Altadonna, Councilman Joe Pinto and State Assemblyman Joe Saladino attended the ceremony. The event took place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. “The tree lighting ceremony was another big success this year,” said Event Chairperson, Dr. James Bentson of Hicksville Chiropractic. “Kids and parents all had a good time and of course everybody loved seeing the Hicksville Fire Department bring Santa in on the firetruck.” Local Girl Scout troops sang songs with

the arrival of Santa and dancers from the Ella Marie School of Dance were on hand to entertain the crowd. Dr. Bentson said that 22 Christmas trees that were placed at the park were decorated and that money was donated for the trees from the Hicksville-Jericho Rotary Club and the Hicksville Gardens Civic Organization. Money was also donated to the Toys of Hope Adopt-A-Family program to help in the assistance of needy families. The Town of Oyster Bay showmobile’s stage had technical malfunctions and wasn’t able to open but that did not stop the crowd from enjoying themselves at the holiday event. The Christmas lights on top of the showmobile were working however. One of the revelers in the crowd was Taylor Mendez, of Massapequa, who came with her two daughters, Sonia and Michaliea, to see Santa and the tree lighting ceremony. See page 6

TOB ‘Holiday on Ice Show’ on December 17

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Rebecca M. Alesia is pleased to announce that the Town of Oyster Bay’s Annual Holiday on Ice Show will be held on Saturday, December 17, starting at 4:30 p.m. at the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center. Students from the Town’s Ice Skating Program will present a captivating skating exhibition to celebrate the holiday season. Admission is free. “This highly anticipated event has become a holiday tradition for many Town residents and is truly a special evening of family fun,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “The students in the Town’s ice skating program are amazingly talented and are sure to entertain the audience. The Holiday on Ice Show will also feature other highly accomplished skaters who are sure to dazzle the audience with their grace and skill.” In addition to figure skating, there will be other holiday themed activities including an exhibition hockey game between the Elves and the Reindeer, which are two teams with players from the Town of Oyster Bay Tot Hockey program. And the star of the season, Santa Claus, will make his annual visit to the Ice Skating Center. Santa will skate a lap or two around the rink and then will be available to visit with children and take pictures afterwards. “The Holiday on Ice Show has become a big attraction at the Town’s Ice Skating Center,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “I encourage all residents to join us for a magical and fun-filled evening.” Councilwoman Alesia said the Ice Skating Center, which for many

years has been named as “A Best of Long Island” award winner, features a pro shop for shoppers seeking a gift for hockey players and figure skaters on their lists. There is also a fireplace for visitors to spend a relaxing moment and perhaps enjoy refreshments from the snack bar. “Imagine the enjoyment a family will have watching a holiday show, and then enjoying hot chocolate while sitting by a fireplace,” said Councilwoman Alesia. “This is a great family holiday event, and admission is free.” In keeping with this time of the year being “the season of giving,” those attending the show are asked to bring two non-perishable food items, which will be collected by Island Harvest, an organization committed to ending hunger on Long Island. In addition, the Town will also again take part in the “Holiday Mail for Heroes” Program. Holiday greeting cards will be available in the lobby for guests to fill out, which will be sent to our troops. “It’s our way of thanking our men and women in the armed forces and letting them know their extraordinary service is not forgotten during the holiday season,” Councilwoman Alesia said. “Our freedom to enjoy the holiday season is the direct result of their dedicated service.” The Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center is located in Bethpage Community Park, at 1001 Stewart Avenue in Bethpage. Due to the Holiday on Ice Show, the public skating sessions at the Center, which are normally held from 1 to 3 p.m. See page 6

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THE POLICE BLOTTER

Incidents that have occurred recently in the local area include: A 28-year-old man from Carle Place was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on November 15 at 4:25 a.m. He was arrested at the corner of Hempstead Turnpike and Carman Avenue in East Meadow. n

At the Hertz Car Rental on West John Street in Hicksville, unknown subjects keyed a victim’s vehicle sometime between 12 noon and 1:30 p.m. on November 15. n

A victim has reported that unknown subjects keyed his vehicle while parked in the driveway of a home on Heathcote Road in Plainview. The damage occurred between 4 p.m. on November 17 and 10 a.m. the next morning. n

At Burger King in Plainview, a purse was stolen at 3:15 p.m. on November 18. n

At 12:10 a.m. on November 19, a flower planter in the rear yard of a home on Jackson Avenue in Mineola was discovered to have been broken by unknown subjects. n

At the intersection of Dianne Street and North Wantagh Avenue in Bethpage, a 43-year-old man from Levittown was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated at 4:59 a.m. on November 19. n

At Wendy’s, located on North Broadway in Hicksville, a victim’s car was damaged between 1:30 and 2:39 p.m. on November 19. n

A vehicle’s windows were broken and a nail gun was stolen from the Auxiliary Police Unit 317 in Old Bethpage. The incident occurred between 4:30 p.m. on November 19 and 7:40 a.m. the following morning. n

At a parking lot on Corporate Drive in Westbury, two 18-year-old males from Syosset were arrested and were charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana on November 19 at 10:30 p.m. n

Between 2:30 and 2:40 p.m. on November 20, unknown subjects broke into a victim’s car as it was parked on Shubert Lane in Bethpage. The passenger side window was found broken. n

At 3:37 a.m. on November 20, a 60-year-old man from Omaha was arrested while driving on Hempstead Turnpike at the corner of Prospect Avenue in East Meadow, and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. n

A 25-year-old woman from Saugerties was arrested on November 20 at 4:01 a.m. while she was driving on Hempstead Turnpike and Merrick Avenue in East Meadow. She was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. n

On Prospect Avenue in New Cassel, a 29-year-old man from Valley Stream was arrested and was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana at 9:10 p.m. on November 20. n

Criminal Possession of Marijuana was the charge brought against a 21-year-old woman from Hempstead when she was arrested at 11:30 p.m. on November 20 on Fairlawn Avenue in West Hempstead. n

Assorted shrubs were stolen from a construction site on Jericho Turnpike in Westbury at 7:30 a.m. on November 21. n

On Old Country Road at State Street in Westbury, a 45-year-old man from Glen Cove was arrested at 10:55 p.m. on November 21. He was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana. Compiled by Kate and Meg Meyer

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BY GARY SIMEONE There has been an increasing issue with the homeless population at the Hicksville train station over the years. Just recently a 71 year old man named Richard Janicky was arrested in the stabbing of another homeless man outside a nearby bodega. There have been similar issues with the homeless harassing people in the area, public drunkenness and public urination. “If they see a place that is not well maintained they will most likely congregate in that area,” said Hicksville Chamber of Commerce President, Lionel Chitty. “The area in and around the station has been an eyesore for some time and that is why it is so important that we rebuild and revitalize the Hicksville station.” He said that revitalization is important because it will provide for a well lit and clean area. “When you see an upgrade to better surroundings, problems like homeless people congregating usually disappear on its own,” said Chitty. Janicky, who was a frequent loiterer in and around the station was charged with second degree assault in the attack on Newbridge Road near West John Street. “We also had an issue a few years

back with a group of homeless men harassing kids through a fence near the St. Ignatius Loyola School,” said Chitty. He said that homeless individuals have recently been congregating in Kennedy Park inside the gazebo as the weather has started to turn colder. “The Police, MTA Police and Public Safety officers have been called numerous times to come down and disperse them but they find there way back. We’ve even had outreach workers from local support programs try to get some of these people into programs but you can’t make people enter programs if they don’t want to.” A worker at American Mini Mart near the station, who did not want his name used, said homeless people frequent his shop on a daily basis but haven’t caused any problems for him. “They come in and pay for what they want but we haven’t had any type of problem with these people so far,” said the worker. The revitalization project which is scheduled to be completed in 2019 will include upgrades such as new platforms, new glass enclosed platform waiting rooms, new lighting, new stairways, elevators and escalators, a new video security system, audio and digital systems and new signage.

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Hicksville students say thanks to BOE As part of an annual tradition at Hicksville Public School District, student representatives from each school expressed their gratitude for the members of the board of education and all of their hard work and dedication throughout the year. The special ceremony was held in honor of Board Appreciation Month at its October meeting. With their principals also in attendance, students from each elementary school personally presented each board member with a gift, and a student from the middle and high schools delivered heartfelt speeches expressing their own appreciation. Third-grader Caleigh Clark of East Street, pre-K student Mia Sleeper of Dutch Lane, fifth-grader Ricky Raval of Burns Avenue, fifth-grader Joseph Casas of Fork Lane, fifth-grader James Dickerson of Woodland, first-grader Alexis Cromwell of Lee Avenue,

second-grader Lincoln Guida of Old Country Road, eighth-grader Alejandro Gonzalez of the middle school and high school senior Christopher O’Connor thanked the board of education on behalf of their schools. Following the recognition ceremony, high school seniors Shana Mathew and Jakub Tarlowski were honored as 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Students, and were presented with certificates by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carl Bonuso, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Marianne Litzman and Board of Education President Phil Heckler. The ceremony served as a forum for the students to collectively offer tokens of appreciation for the members of the board of education on behalf of the district. Photos courtesy of Hicksville Public Schools.

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Hundreds turn out for annual tree lighting

From page 1 “It’s our third year coming here and the girls love it,” said Mendez, who was drinking a hot coffee to keep warm in the cold weather. “They’ve been talking about coming here all week and even though it is cold and windy out, there was no way we were going to miss letting them see Santa.” Eight year old Sonia and six year old Michaliea said they both wanted to see Santa ride in on the firetruck with all the lights surrounding him. “We’ve seen him at a few of the malls but the lines are always so crowded,”

said Sonia, who attends Birch Lane Elementary School in Massapequa. “Me and my sister really wanted to see him come in on the firetruck with all the lights and sounds, it’s so cool to see,” Michaliea, who also attends Birch Lane, said that she was excited to see Santa and hopes that he brings her the presents she’s asking for this Christmas. “I hope he brings me a Fashion Fun Stencil set and a glitter set so me and my sister can play with it,” said Michaliea. “Of course I hope that all the kids get what they want for Christmas too.”

TOB ‘Holiday on Ice Show’ on December 17

From page 1 and 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., will be cancelled that evening. However, the Town’s two outdoor rinks, located at Marjorie R.

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The Diet Saga BY BOB MORGAN, JR. For the last two months, this column has featured a very steady diet of political fare. This week, I am hoping readers will tolerate a column relating to another diet – my efforts to finally lose some weight. No one in my family is really obese, but most of us (particularly the males) could easily be described as overweight, with a marked tendency to put on a few pounds as middle age approaches. I probably added an average of maybe two or three pounds every year after I hit 30. By late middle age, I certainly had a good size paunch and had added a waist size or two. Side view pictures clearly depicted a significant, and not very attractive, fat overhang. It wasn’t really that my diet was awful, or that I spend much time at fast food joints and I actually am not a big dessert eater. Rather, the problem was more a general lack of discipline over what I consumed. For example, I like enjoying some bread and butter before dinner followed by a helping of pasta and on weekends I enjoy wolfing down pancakes with syrup and sausage (or maybe eggs benedict) for breakfast. It also doesn’t help that I attend quite a few social, political and business events where the guests chomp down on the passed hors d’oeuvres while sipping adult beverages with friends or colleagues. I have always gotten some exercise by brisk walking, but never really enough to offset pretty rich diet intake. In any event, now that I am well into my sixties, I decided in July to take a shot at losing some pounds. It wasn’t that I was facing some immediate medical crisis, but it seemed pretty clear to me that being substantially overweight is a significant risk factor for a variety of medical conditions like heart issues, strokes and even some types of cancer. I wanted to have a fighting chance at attaining 80, as all four of my grandparents did. In

addition, I was hoping to increase my general energy level during the day. In any event, I adopted a very simple minded approach to losing weight, simply counting calories and limiting intake to 2000 calories a day. This approach is not for everyone and requires a fair amount of planning and calculating, not to mention learning quite a bit about the calorie content in a variety of foods and beverages. However, it works for me in that I can largely much eat anything I want (subject to keeping the overall diet reasonably balanced) if I am willing to make appropriate tradeoffs during the day. For better or worse, most days I usually limit my intake earlier in the day (I like to keep lunch to 450 or fewer calories) so I can “splurge” on the most of the remaining calories later on. So far the diet has worked out pretty well. I have been losing nearly two pounds a week on average, with the total weight loss now around 40 pounds, with maybe 20 more to go. I can’t say that I’ve never gone over the 2000 calorie limit, but I’ve generally been pretty good. My energy level is better, which also means that I naturally get more exercise. I sleep more soundly at night. I’ve had to buy some new smaller sized belts and will need to have my suits taken in. Of course, the holiday season offers its own special diet challenges. On Thanksgiving, I pretty much made the holiday feast my only meal, and went fairly light on items like stuffing and sweet potatoes. But there’s still Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, where I’ve been invited on both days for delicious meals and New Year’s Eve, where both food and beverage can pose a temptation. Still, I really don’t want to start over on this diet, so I’m very determined to start 2017 with the weight loss intact. The final test awaits.

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Division Avenue seniors commit to play Levittown’s Division Avenue High School seniors Jamie Alvino, Brandon O’Brien and Steven Reilly will continue pursuing a sports career next year at local and regional colleges and

universities. Jamie Alvino signed a national letter of intent to play lacrosse at LIU Post next fall. In addition, Brandon O’Brien committed to play baseball at St. Joseph’s College, while

Steven Reilly committed to play lacrosse at Yale University. The district congratulates these talented athletes and wishes them much success. Photos by Levittown School District

Jamie Alvino with (l-r) P.E. Chair Sean Smith, father Robert Alvino, brother Nicholas Alvino, mother Lisa Alvino, Coach Sean Donnellan and Principal John Coscia.

Division Avenue High School senior-athlete Steven Reilly is pictured with (l-r) Physical Education Chair Sean Smith, brother Sean Reilly, parents Kathleen Reilly and Michael Reilly, Coach Pat Nolan and Principal John Coscia.

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Brandon O’Brien with (l-r) Physical Education Chair Sean Smith, Coach Tom Tuttle, parents Karen O’Brien and Terry O’Brien and Principal John Coscia.

Students at Old Country Road Elementary School in the Hicksville Public School District participated in Hour of Code during the week of Dec. 5-11. The global event, which the school hosted for students in each grade level, introduced students to the basics of computer science.

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From the Colonial to Fantastical, Holiday Celebrations Bring Cheer BY KAREN RUBIN

‘A Colonial Christmas’ in Jamestown and Williamsburg One of my favorite destinations centers around Colonial Williamsburg and nearby Jamestown Settlement because it offers the ideal mix of attractions, including some of the best, most authentic living-history displays describing our colonial past, to some of the best themeparks. The Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown celebrate “A Colonial Christmas” through December 31. The month-long event explores 17th- and 18th-century holiday traditions with interpretive programs and, December 26-31, festivities abound with musical entertainment of the period. The two living-history museums tell the story of our nation’s beginnings throughout the year with gallery exhibits and historical interpretation in re-created outdoor settings – a Powhatan Indian village, 1607 ships and colonial fort at Jamestown Settlement, and Continental Army encampment and Revolution-era farm at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Jamestown Settlement

Celebrate the spirit of the season at Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town™ amid the glow of more than eight million lights ©2016 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved “A Jamestown Christmas” holiday film and special interpretive programs compare and contrast English Christmas customs of the period with how the season may have been observed in the difficult early years of America’s first permanent

English colony. In England, the holiday season – extending from December 25 to January 6 – was a time of merriment and feasting. While little is known about Christmases in early Jamestown, “A Colonial Christmas” activities reflect

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From the Colonial to Fantastical, Holiday Celebrations Bring Cheer Continued from page D1 colony’s early years as well as the English colonists’ Christmas at sea in December 1606, and the Powhatan Indian hospitality shown to Captain John Smith’s trading party in 1608 during a winter storm. In the re-created Powhatan Indian village, historical interpreters will present ongoing demonstrations on typical winter activities, including food preservation and hunting tools and techniques. In the re-created fort, visitors can see wattle-and-daub buildings decorated with greenery and demonstrations of fancy cooking and, December 23-31, experience the 17th-century English tradition of the Lord of Misrule, “grand captain of all mischief.” American Revolution Museum at Yorktown Hear accounts of Christmas and winter in military encampments during the American Revolution and glimpse holiday preparations on a Revolution-era farm. Visitors to the Continental Army encampment can learn about winter camp life and hear accounts of Christmas during the war,

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demonstrations. At the clapboard farmhouse adorned with greenery, historical interpreters compare and contrast 18th-century holiday traditions with those of modern times and demonstrate a variety of holiday activities, including setting a farmhouse table for a holiday feast. Visitors can see open-hearth cooking in the farm kitchen and take part in periodic candle-dipping activities. Period Holiday Music & Entertainment In Jamestown Settlement’s re-created fort church and at the new American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, visitors can enjoy a variety of 17th- and 18th-century holiday music December 26-31, including fiddler

David Gardner, Barry and Lynn Trott and the Itinerant Band. Musical performances will be at 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Jamestown Settlement and at 12 and 2 p.m. at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Tickets & Private Tours A value-priced combination ticket to both museums is $21.25 for adults and $10.75 for ages 6-12 Admission to Jamestown Settlement is $17.00 for adults and $8.00 for ages 6-12 and to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, $9.75 for adults and $5.50 for ages 6-12. Children under 6 are free. A History is Fun combination ticket – available online only – offers seven days of unlimited admission to both museums at $21.25 for adults and $10.75 for ages 6-12 and includes coupon booklets for Williamsburg Premium Outlets and a Historic Yorktown Rewards Card. Christmas-themed private tours are available for an additional fee with advance reservations for a party of 14 or fewer people. Reservations can be made online or by calling (757) 253-4939. In time for holiday shopping, Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown gift shops offer a selection of books, prints, museum reproductions, educational toys, games and souvenirs relating to the 17th and 18th centuries. Admission is not required to visit the museum gift shops, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Shop online at www.shophistoryisfun.com. Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily year-round, except for Christmas and New Year’s days. The museums are separated by a 25-minute drive along the Colonial Parkway, a National Scenic Byway. Jamestown Settlement is located on Route 31 just southwest

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to guests with Colonial Williamsburg or Art Museums admission. Seasonal exhibit highlights include perennial favorite dollhouse exhibit “The World Made Small” plus the return of “A Carolina Room Christmas” and the new “German Toys in America.”

Bassett Hall, the local home of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. and Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, is decorated for the holidays and open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to guests with Colonial Williamsburg admission. Information, admission and special program tickets are available at Colonial Williamsburg ticketing locations, online at www.colonialwilliamsburg.com or by calling 855-296-6627 (101 Visitor Center Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23185, 866-987-6322). ‘Christmas Town’ at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas shines brightest at Busch Gardens® Christmas Town™. The theme park is aglow with eight million lights, one of the largest light displays in North America. Festive food and drink, holiday shopping and heart-warming shows make the season come alive at Busch Gardens. season. Additions this year include Rudolph’s Winter Wonderland, an entire area where guests can meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ and his friends. The park will also operate a second major roller

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through Holiday Park with over 40,000 ornaments. Enjoy original animated musical entertainment and activities like Wax Works where you can make a wax mold of your hand, create your own jar candle, and dip a candle critter. Feed your salty & sweet side with homemade Fudge, Popcornopolis, and samples from Virginia based companies ((2200 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185, 877-616-6510) Colonial Williamsburg’s Williamsburg Inn Complete the colonial Christmas experience with a stay at the historic Williamsburg Inn. A member of Historic Hotels of America, the Williamsburg Inn is a destination in itself. Its whitewashed brick exterior, pediments, arches and columns highlight its neoclassical design, while the interiors effortlessly create the ambience of a comfortable Southern country estate. Gourmet dining, a spring-fed pool, clay tennis courts, award-winning golf courses, and a full-service spa complete with fitness center offer a memorable resort experience. Enjoy afternoon tea by the fire, dine on the terrace when the weather is agreeable or try your hand at lawn bowling or croquet. The hotel was built in 1937 by John D. Rockefeller Jr., who wanted to See page D5

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Oh, those magical fairy godmothers! BY CLAIRE LYNCH I became interested in the subject of fairy godmothers when I started rereading some of the famous fairy tales. Sure I had read many of them as a child, or had them read to me by adults, but this time I read them with a different approach. I read them for entertainment purposes but I also read them for their symbolism and deeper meanings. Who was the big, bad wolf? What was Cinderella all about? Why was Sleeping Beauty always sleeping? I had some teachers over the years who were big on fairy tales and I wondered what it was about the genre that they found so fascinating. I asked them and listened to their explanations and I have to say that I gained a new appreciation for the stories – and for their history. “Cinderella” is a good popular example of the fairy godmother in a fairy tale. Written in French as “Cendrillon” by Charles Perrault, “Cinderella” was included in the collection “Tales and Stories of the Past with Morals, Tales of Mother Goose” in 1697. His works were derived from pre-existing folk tales and he laid the foundation for a new literary genre called the fairy tale. Perrault’s fairy tales were written in the late seventeenth-century for the entertainment of the French

court of King Louis XIV. Cinderella’s plot: A wealthy widower married a proud woman as his second wife. She had two daughters, who were also vain and selfish. The gentleman had a beautiful young daughter who was kind and sweet. She became a servant and had to work day and night. One day, the Prince invited all the young ladies in the land to a royal ball, planning to choose a wife. The two stepsisters chose their outfits for the ball and taunted Cinderella by telling her that maids were not invited to the ball. When the sisters left for the ball, Cinderella cried in despair. Her fairy godmother magically appeared and immediately began to transform Cinderella from a house servant to the young lady she was by birth, all in the effort to get Cinderella to the ball. She turned a pumpkin into a golden carriage, mice into horses, a rat into a coachman and lizards into footmen. She then turned Cinderella’s rags into a beautiful jeweled gown, complete with a delicate pair of glass slippers. Her godmother told her to enjoy the ball, but warned that she had to return before midnight, when the spells would be broken. At the ball, the entire court was entranced by Cinderella, especially the Prince. At this first ball, Cinderella remembered to leave before midnight.

Back home, Cinderella graciously thanked her godmother. Another ball was held the next evening and Cinderella again attended with her godmother’s help. The Prince had become even more infatuated, and Cinderella in turn became so enchanted by him she lost track of time and left only at the final stroke of midnight, losing one of her glass slippers on the steps of the palace as she hurried. The Prince chased her, but outside the palace, the guards saw only a simple country girl leave. The Prince pocketed the slipper and vowed to find and marry the girl it belonged to. Meanwhile, Cinderella kept the other slipper which did not disappear when the spell was broken. The Prince tried the slipper on all the women in the kingdom. When the Prince arrived at Cinderella’s home, the stepsisters tried in vain to win over the prince. Cinderella asked if she might try and the stepsisters taunted her. The slipper fit perfectly and Cinderella produced the other slipper for good measure. Cinderella’s stepfamily pleaded for forgiveness and Cinderella agreed. Cinderella married the Prince and her stepsisters are married to two handsome gentlemen of the royal court. A moral of the story is that beauty is a treasure, but graciousness is priceless. Without it, nothing is possible - with it,

one can do anything. Without the fairy godmother’s help, Cinderella’s story wouldn’t have had such a happy ending. Other fairy tales that feature fairy godmothers are “Rapunzel,” “Sleeping Beauty” and more. It is the fairy godmother who has magical powers and brings unexpected good fortune to the hero or heroine. I was fortunate to have my own fairy godmother when I was a child. My Aunt Eleanor, my dad’s cousin, gave me gifts on special occasions and visited our family often. She lived in Manhattan with her husband, Jim, and worked fulltime as a registered nurse at a Brooklyn hospital. Uncle Jim worked in a Manhattan skyscraper and they lived in an apartment on First Ave. They had one son who was married by the time I was a teenager. On weekends Aunt Eleanor and Uncle Jim would take their meticulously clean 20-year-old car out of the garage and drive to Rockville Centre to see us. My Aunt Eleanor told me that she was the godmother to three girls, to me and two others, and she always made a fuss over us. Many of the gifts she gave me on special occasions were handmade – crocheted pillows, bracelets, necklaces and other items that I still See page D7

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of Williamsburg. The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown is located on Route 1020 in Yorktown. Parking is free. For more information, call (888) 593-4682 toll-free, (757) 2534838 or visit www.historyisfun.org/ jamestown-settlement/a-colonialchristmas. Holidays in Colonial Williamsburg Williamsburg began as Middle Plantation, an outpost of Jamestown, in 1633 and served as Virginia’s capital from 1699 to 1780. When you discover Colonial Williamsburg, you become a citizen of the Revolutionary City, engaging with the local community and experiencing firsthand the daily struggles of wartime. Explore the art museums, unleash your kids’ inner colonists, tee off a game of golf, or relax and unwind at the Spa. Stay at one of the official Colonial Williamsburg hotels, with a variety of opportunities to shop and dine. Colonial Willamsburg takes on a special holiday flare, with handmade decorations lit by cressets throughout the Historic Area, and the scent of hot cider and ginger cakes filling the streets. Among the attractions: The DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, accessible via the Public Hospital of 1773 at 326 Francis St. West, are open

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Q: I was going to file for my Social Security retirement in a few years. But I’m wondering if I should file for disability instead. I have all sorts of medical problems too numerous to mention in this email. What should I do? A: You didn’t give your age and you didn’t tell me if you are still working. Knowing that information is key to answering your question. If you are still working, then you’re not eligible for Social Security disability. To qualify for such benefits, the law says you must be unable to work. So if you are working, that means you are not disabled according to Social Security law. But I will assume you are not working and then deal with the issue of your age. If you are 66 or older, you can forget about Social Security disability. Once you reach that age, disability benefits are no longer payable. To put that another way, a retirement benefit pays the same rate as a disability benefit for people over age 66. If you are still under age 62, then you’re too young for Social Security retirement. But you definitely should file for Social Security disability. If you are over 62, you should file for retirement and disability benefits at the same time. They can start your retirement payments right away. Then if your disability claim is eventually approved, they will switch you to the higher disability rate. Q: I just turned 64 years old. I filed for Social Security retirement on my 62nd birthday. I’ve had some major health problems lately. Is it too late to file for disability benefits? A: It’s not too late. But don’t expect a big boost in your monthly Social Security checks if your disability claim is approved. Because you took reduced retirement at age 62, you are currently getting 75 percent of your full rate. A disability benefit normally pays an amount equal to your age 66 full retirement rate. But from that amount, they must deduct roughly one-half of one percent for every month you’ve already received a Social Security retirement check. It sounds like you’ve already received about 24 monthly Social Security checks -- meaning your disability benefit must be reduced by 12 percent. So if your disability claim is approved, instead of getting the full retirement rate of 100 percent, you would get about 88 percent. Still, that is better than the 75 percent reduced retirement rate that you are currently getting. Other retirement beneficiaries a little older than the one who sent this email but still under age 66 should note that they would eventually reach a point where they simply gain little or nothing by filing for Social Security disability. Here’s an example. Sam filed for

retirement benefits at age 62, so he is getting the 75 percent rate. At age 65 and 6 months, he had a heart attack. If he files for disability benefits and if his claim is approved, his regular disability rate, again equal to his full age 66 benefit, must be reduced by about one-half of one percent for each month he’s received a retirement benefit. At age 65 and a half, he’s already received 42 retirement checks, so his disability rate must be cut by about 21 percent. So instead of a 100 percent disability rate, he’d get about 79 percent. Sam would have to decide if it is worth all the hassle of filing for disability just to get bumped up from his current 75 percent rate to 79 percent. And again: Once you are over age 66, there is absolutely no financial advantage to filing for Social Security disability benefits. Q: I am about to turn 65. I have been getting disability benefits since I was 58 years old. When will I be able to get my real Social Security? And will I get more money? A: You are getting “real Social Security.” Disability benefits are just as real as retirement benefits. So you will never be switched from “unreal” Social Security to “real” Social Security. But I know what you were really asking. You are wondering when you will be switched to Social Security retirement benefits. And that will happen when you turn 66. At that age, you will be automatically converted to the retirement program. However, your benefit amount will stay the same. That’s because a Social Security disability benefit pays the same rate as an age 66 retirement benefit, so the changeover will essentially be transparent to you. What happens is primarily an internal government bookkeeping transaction. When you reach age 66, your benefits will start being paid from the retirement trust fund and not from the disability fund. Q: I am getting SSI disability because they said I didn’t work enough to get Social Security disability. I am about to turn 62. I got a letter from Social Security telling me they are going to force me to file for my retirement benefits and that will cut me off of SSI and Medicaid. Can they do that? A: Yes they can. And I will explain to my other readers what is going on. To qualify for Social Security disability benefits, you must have worked and paid taxes for five out of the last 10 years. So when you were told you “didn’t work enough to get Social Security disability,” what they meant is that you didn’t have enough recent work to meet that disability eligibility factor. But the eligibility rules for retirement don’t include that “recent work” requirement. To get retirement benefits, you simply need to have worked

and paid Social Security taxes for a total of 10 years, anytime during your lifetime. And because the Supplemental Security Income program is welfare, it works like any welfare program in that it is supposed to be a payment of last resort. In other words, you must file for any other benefits you are due before they can pay you an SSI check. So that is why you must file for your retire-

ment benefits. And if those benefits exceed your SSI rate, you will lose your SSI payments. But you may be able to keep your Medicaid benefits. You will have to check with your local welfare or social services offices about that. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2016 CREATORS.COM

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Holly Jolly Christmas and Holiday Events in Orlando

Holiday traditions and joyful celebrations transform Orlando into a holly jolly destination. Here’s a sampling: Celebrate traditions of the season from around the globe as Epcot hosts another year of Holidays Around the World through Dec. 30, 2016. Taking place three times each day, the Candlelight Processional features a stirring retelling of the story of Christmas by a celebrity narrator, set against the inspirational backdrop of a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park plays host to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, held select nights through Dec. 22, 2016. Enjoy live entertainment, spectacular fireworks and a jolly holiday parade with Mickey, Santa and other familiar Disney friends. See Cinderella’s Castle sparkle white lights, as well as a magical snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A. Grinchmas at Universal’s Islands of Adventure: This holiday season, Universal’s Islands of Adventure transforms Seuss Landing into the world of Grinchmas, from Dec. 3, 2016 to Jan. 1, 2017. Included with park admission, Grinchmas will be sure to delight Dr. Seuss fans of all ages with festive storybook décor, a heartwarming live show featuring recorded music by Mannheim Steamroller, and meet-andgreet- opportunities with the Grinch himself! Macy’s Holiday Parade at Universal Studios Florida: The streets of Universal Studios Florida fill with floats and balloons straight from Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City in Universal’s very own Macy’s Holiday Parade, through Jan. 1, 2017. Event admission is included

with regular park admission. SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration: Included with regular park admission, guests can experience the fun-filled holidays with special shows and attractions, including Shamu Christmas Miracles, Winter Wonderland on Ice and The Polar Express Experience (select nights, through Dec. 31). Christmas Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Florida During the Christmas Bricktacular event (Dec. 17 - 18, 24 - 25, 26 – 30). kids will enjoy a 270,000 brick Christmas tree and festive decorations, as well as daily appearances by Santa Claus. Event admission is included with regular park admission. Visit Orlando is an official seller of Orlando attractions tickets. You can find discounted tickets (http://tickets.visitorlando.com/ store/) Find discounted tickets to Orlando theme parks, attractions, sporting events and dinner shows.

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Epcot may bring the world to Florida, but how about ringing in the New Year in some exotic place? Christmas in Poland - Visit of one Poland’s famous hand-blown Christmas ornament factories. Learn how to make traditional Polish-style pierogi with your own private chef. Dine with a Polish family for a traditional Wigilia, the Christmas Eve vigil and dinner. Prices start at $3,595. http:// www.mircorp.com/trip/christmastraditions-of-poland/ Christmas on the Rhine - Begin your winter adventure in Amsterdam, amidst the city’s legendary canals and colorful holiday surroundings. Next, visit Heidelberg and Cologne, famous for its majestic Cathedral and See page D6

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bustling Christmas markets. Weave through the fabled Black Forest region and the Alsace region as you make your way toward Basel, then disembark your ship, MS Amaprima, for a visit to two of Switzerland’s loveliest cities, Lucerne and Zürich, where you can enjoy a lake excursion, magical Christmas markets, and pristine Alpine vistas. Prices start at $4,059. http://www.adventure-life. com/europe/rhine-river/cruises/7272/christmasmarkets-on-the-rhine New Year’s Eve in Russia - New Year’s Eve is the most festive holiday of the year in Russia, with parties, presents, and vodka toasts. MIR Corporation has specialized in Russia travel for 30 years and offers a one-of-a-kind celebratory tour built around New Year’s Day in glorious St. Petersburg, with Moscow merrymaking and a visit to 12th century Suzdal also included Prices start at $4,995 per person. http:// www.mircorp.com/trip/russian-winter-wonderland/ Antarctica New Year’s Celebration - Ring in the new year with penguins, elephant seals, and firstlanding buzz. With summer in full swing, penguin highways are busy with traffic between rookeries and beach as parents hurry to fatten up chicks. Glaciers shed ice with an echoing roar and waterways are alive with feeding and breaching whales. Zodiacs whisk you on whale watching cruises and amongst glorious icebergs. The near-midnight sun powers an explosion of life. What an unforgettable way to start the year! Prices start at $8,725. http://www. adventure-life.com/antarctica/cruises/4000/newyear-in-antarctica New Year’s Cycling Canary Islands - For those who truly long to go off the beaten path, discover the most sought-after places in Europe by cyclists who love to ride all year round. Gran Canaria is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a perfect place for cyclists due to its excellent road network, temperate climate and environment that make for perfect riding conditions. Since the cycling season runs nearly all year long, Gran Canaria is a superb winter getaway which offers a diverse landscape with soaring views of the sea, lush forests, deserts, canyons and volcanic mountains. Prices start at $4,595. http://ciclismoclassico.com/trips/bike-tourgran-canaria/

Candlelight Evenings at Old Bethpage Village

One of the very best living history museums is in our own backyard, Old Bethpage village Restoration, and each year, it offers one of the most magical holiday events: Candlelight Evenings where you get to experience traditional music performances, crafts (the lost art of broommaking is particularly popular and you can even purchase one), and for an all-tobrief moment, feel you have been transported back in

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With lifetimes of experiences and seemingly everything they could ever want or need in life already at their disposal, seniors can be difficult to shop for come the holiday season. Many even insist that their family members save their money and not buy them anything for the holidays. But if the thought of Grandma or Grandma not having something to open come the holidays is simply unacceptable, consider the following gift ideas. Activity assistance devices The realities of getting older often mean the body slows down and activities may not be as easy as they used to be. Many active seniors are not ready to live sedentary lives, nor should they be forced to do so. Plenty of products exist that can make life easier and more comfortable for older adults. Television amplifying headphones are one product that can be a great fit for seniors, particularly those having difficulty hearing their televisions. The headphones amplify the sound of the programming without disturbing others in the room, and many such headphones even allow users to mute their televisions. This feature is perfect for someone who likes to watch TV while a spouse is sleeping or reading in the same room. Other devices that can make life easier for seniors include magnifying products or bookholders. In addition, gel seat

Holiday spending limits can help individuals avoid overspending come the holiday season. cushions can take pressure off of the spine in the car or at home. Food Food is always a handy gift because it doesn’t take up much room and can be

enjoyed at a recipient’s leisure. Perhaps there is something the senior in your life used to enjoy as a child but now finds hard to come by. A search of the Internet may uncover that special treat. You may be able to ship a specialty soft drink or favorite cookie that is not available in a nearby store. Otherwise, ask a store manager if a particular item that’s not in stock in the store can be a special order. Photos What grandparent does not enjoy looking at his or her family members? Computer-savvy men and women can use photo software to design personalized photo books, calendars, mugs, and other photo-related gifts. Just about anything can be emblazoned with a photo, including tote bags and pillows. Another idea is to collect old photos and compile a memory book. Scan the images so they are preserved digitally and then print out the images in a book that includes the family history. Time Seniors who truly do not want or need anything probably will likely jump at the opportunity to spend time with loved ones. Treat a friend or family member to a meal out or simply spend a few hours chatting at his or her home. Sometimes the company of a new face and good conversation is the ideal gift.

Holiday Celebration at Westbury House Take a break from the mall and relax at our beautiful, festively decorated, historic mansion. Enjoy a warming fire, visits with Santa, browsing our Holiday Gift Shop for unique tree ornaments and presents, and hot cider and cookies on the West Porch. $12 General; $10 Seniors; $7 Kids 7-17 (Free under 7). Dec. 9-11 and 17-18, 10am -4pm, Dec. 16 until 9pm.

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Chanukah is a Jewish celebration that lasts for eight days and nights and commemorates the victory of the Maccabees over the Greek-Syrian ruler Antiochus IV Epiphanes roughly 2,200 years ago. Chanukah is called the “Festival of Lights” in recognition of the day’s supply of oil that somehow burned in the temple for eight days. Chanukah celebrations are rife with tradition. Families eat latkes and sufganiyot, which are fried in oil to commemorate the miracle of the oil. Children are rewarded for their Torah studies by receiving Chanukah money and presents during the eight-day celebration, which also includes a recitation of the entire Hallel. Individuals light a special nine-branched candelabrum called a menorah. In ancient times, oil was used to light the menorah, but nowadays many Chanukah celebrants use candles to light their menorahs, which are typically placed in prominent spots in their homes.

Holiday shopping can monopolize people’s time away from home during the months of November and December, and some shoppers wonder how they become so disconnected from other activities, including family time, that they cherish throughout the rest of the year. One way to tackle holiday shopping without sacrificing time with family and friends is to make holiday shopping a social event. • Invite friends or family along. Recreate the days of your youth when it was fun to meet friends at the mall and scour the shops. Plan a meeting location and have an itinerary in place. Divide shopping lists so that everyone shares the task of shopping and fatigue doesn’t set in prematurely. • Make lunch or dinner part of the day. Incorporate refueling into your shopping plans. Failure to eat or drink can lead to hunger pangs and test shoppers’ patience, two factors that are seldom conducive to successful shopping. Having an end goal to meet friends or family at a nearby restaurant — even a dining location right within the mall — can inspire intrepid shoppers to get their work done promptly. Reward yourself for a job well done over a tasty meal and maybe a cocktail. Just be sure to indulge responsibly. • Break up the day with a flick. Many malls also play home to movie theaters. Plan your shopping around the mov-

Holiday shopping can be even more fun when it takes place with a group of girlfriends. ie schedule so you can take a two-hour break to rest and relax in the theater. Chances are you’ll come out of the film relaxed, refreshed and ready to tackle the rest of your shopping list. • Make it a date night. The thought of shopping may not conjure up ideas of romance, but if time is short, couples can use shopping excursions as an opportunity to spend time together. Visit a coffee shop or a bar for a nightcap afterward and enjoy some one-on-one time. Parents can enlist the help of a babysitter to keep children entertained while they enjoy some uninterrupted time with each other. Shopping fills the days leading to the holidays. Make the most of such excursions by inviting friends and family along.

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Select educational gifts for children

When shopping for holiday gifts for children, shoppers can easily be overwhelmed by the many toys, electronics, apparel and other items available for kids. Those who may not be up-to-date on the latest trends may even find shopping for kids a bit like solving a difficult puzzle. While some shoppers may want to get kids the flashiest toy, others may prefer gifts that are both fun and mentally stimulating. Developmental toys and educational games for kids make for popular gifts. Toy and game manufacturers continue to develop products that integrate logic, reasoning, language stimulation, and motor skill development. Shoppers looking for fun, educational toys and games for the kids on their shopping lists have a host of items to choose from. • Building blocks: Blocks that enable children to design and construct are popular among youngsters of various ages. Blocks come in many different forms, from early education wooden blocks that fill nursery floors to the more intricate, interlocking building sets that are coveted by older children. • STEM toys: Some of the latest trends in children’s toys veer away from regular video games and apps and cater to the rising interest in STEM. STEM is an acronym for science, technology and math. Early introduction to STEM-related skills can pay dividends later in life, considering students who have an emphasis on STEM knowledge are highly coveted among employers. STEM toys may include robot-building kits, toys that help

young learners test the boundaries of physics, apps that help kids learn computer programing, and even scientific experiment kits that illustrate cause and effect. • Sensory toys: Young children can benefit from toys that stimulate the senses. Items to consider include water toys, sands (including the newer kinetic varieties), playdoughs, musical instruments, and bubbles. Even food-related toys, such as those that encourage baking or cooking, will appeal to various senses and can help kids learn valuable skills. • Imaginative play toys: Imaginative play is an effective way to stimulate creative thinking and may help children become better learners. The Creativity Institute, specializing in toys for creative play, says playing is important to children and the way they practice growing up. According to an article by Dr. Scott Kaufman that appeared in Psychology Today, “Systematic research has increasingly demonstrated a series of clear benefits of children’s engagement in pretend games from the ages of about two and one half through ages six or seven.” Dress-up toys, puppets, dolls, action figures, and toys that mimic real-life activities are all examples of products that promote imaginative play. Educational toys can be included on holiday gifting lists. Not only will they encourage children to play and have fun, but they’ll serve as building blocks to a lifetime of learning as well.

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Making New Year’s resolutions is a popular tradition once the holiday season has come and gone. Such resolutions often serve as catalysts for something positive, whether it’s saving more money in the year ahead or spending more time with family. Resolving to lose weight is one of the more popular resolutions men and women make each year. But you don’t need to wait until the calendar turns to January to start helping a loved one achieve his or her goal of losing weight in the new year. If a friend or family member has expressed a desire to slim down in the new year, the following items can make great holiday gifts that help your loved ones get a head start on their weight loss goals. • YOGA MAT AND DVD: Yoga has grown increasingly popular in recent years. According to a survey from the National Institutes of Health, nearly 10 percent of adults in the United States participated in yoga in 2012, up from 5 percent in 2002. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress and get in shape, and it can help men and women feel more flexible. That increased flexibility can help men and women looking to lose weight, making a yoga mat and DVD an ideal holiday gift. Such gifts are even better for men and women who may feel intimidated by exercising after a long layoff, as they can dust off the cobwebs from the comforts of their own homes. Offer to come over and show them some basic moves and help them in their first few sessions if you’re already familiar with yoga. • SWIMMING LESSONS: Many people learn to swim

as children, but a refresher course can help loved ones who have not dipped their toes in any water in recent years. Such lessons also may ignite (or reignite) a passion for swimming, which is a wonderful exercise that can promote weight loss and cardiovascular health while helping men and women develop toned muscles. Find a local swim club or gym that offers lessons, and go along for the first few lessons to help calm any nerves your loved one might have. • HEALTHY COOKBOOK: Effective, long-term weight loss requires both diet and exercise. A cookbook full of healthy recipes can prove an invaluable resource for men and women who recognize the role healthy foods play in losing weight and keeping the weight off. Many adults cite a lack of time as the primary reason they eat unhealthy foods, so look for a cookbook that offers healthy recipes that can be cooked up quick. • FITNESS TRACKER: Fitness trackers come in many shapes and sizes, but many allow users to count their steps and track the distances they travel in a typical day. More advanced models may even help men and women track the amount of calories they’ve consumed, both on a daily basis and over time. Such devices can prove motivational to men and women looking to lose weight, providing detailed daily information they can use to track and see their progress. Holiday gifts that aim to help men and women looking to lose weight can pay dividends long after the holiday season has come and gone.

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The 21st Kids’ Night on Broadway will take place Tuesday, February 28, 2017. Tickets to participating shows will go on sale to the public on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 10:30am © 2016 Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

website BwayZone.com reiterate our dedication to educating all ages about how live theatre can engage and inspire.” On Tuesday, February 28th, 2017, select shows will offer in-theatre activities for kids including post-show talkbacks, Kids’ Night on Broadway activity books, and more events still to be announced! Many Times Square area eateries will offer specials for Kids’ Night on Broadway ticket-holders, including free entrees for kids. Check kidsnightonbroadway. com for participating restaurants. Kids’ Night on Broadway will also take place in multiple cities around the country, with different shows and venues putting their own spin on the event, on numerous dates throughout the year. Check kidsnightonbroadway.com for specific dates and locations. KIDS’ NIGHT ON BROADWAY®, a program of The Broadway League, is presented by The New York Times and is sponsored by WABC-TV with additional support from Turnstyle and Westchester Family.

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Oh, those magical fairy godmothers! C ontinued from page D5 was the godmother to three girls, to me and two others, and she always made a fuss over us. Many of the gifts she gave me on special occasions were handmade – crocheted pillows, bracelets, necklaces and other items that I still have. One time she presented me with a painting that she had done. This oil painting was simple by many standards but I enjoy it to this day. Aunt Eleanor painted a Manhattan scene, probably from looking out the window of her third-floor apartment, of storefronts and a busy Manhattan street with cars, taxis and a bus zipping by. A few people walked on the sidewalk. I like the colors in the painting, and the action on the street, and it is typically New York just as she was. That painting hangs prominently in my den. I know that she put a lot of thought and work into all of the gifts she gave me so I cherish them to this day. They’d visit us before Christmas and give my family a holiday gift. Then she’d give me a memorable present. I always thought of this “godmother’s gift” as an extra bonus because coming from a big family, there were usually plenty of gifts on holidays and special occasions going back and forth among siblings, aunts, uncles and cousins. After our company left I’d head upstairs to my room and display my gift. I knew I was lucky to have Aunt Eleanor and I’d whisper to myself, “I have a great fairy godmother!” Because she was always so good to me, I promised myself that if I ever became a godmother I’d be a good one. I have five brothers and sisters and in time my sister-in-law had three children in Virginia. The second child, Kylie, is my goddaughter and she calls me her fairy godmother. She grew up hearing stories about my Aunt Eleanor and what a special

godmother she was. Kylie has red hair, green eyes and a slight build. A schoolteacher in Virginia, she has two young boys and tells them not just about me, her aunt and godmother, but about my godmother, too. Kylie tells them about her job and that she had a son named after her husband. That she was Kylie’s grandpa’s cousin and was a few years older than grandpa. That Aunt Eleanor enjoyed spending her free time visiting family. Whenever Kylie has questions about my godmother, she asks me and I fill her in. I was 26 when Kylie was born and named her godmother. We have good stories to tell like the time when Kylie was three and her younger brother, Justin, was being baptized at St. Agnes Cathedral. The whole family was on the altar for the baptism and right before it began Kylie rang the church bells because she saw the mechanism near the floor. An adult guided her away from ringing the bells but that was after a few of us adults chuckled a bit. When we all got together for Thanksgiving dinner at my place, I usually let Kylie say grace before we dug into our food, even if her well-intentioned prayer was a bit rambling. She loved doing that and putting the tiny marshmallows on the pan of yams before they went into the oven. This past summer my family got together and spent some time at Sunset Beach, NC, and as we splashed in the waves, as we built sand castles and watched the helicopters going by overhead, I told Kylie’s boys, who are 4 and 1, some stories. The older boy, Colin, listened intently and as I spoke, I noticed that he looked carefully at my face. He knew that it’s a familiar face. He recognized the similarities of family. We walked into the ocean together and at one point Colin swallowed a bit of salt water. He was uncomfortable for a few seconds so I held him up over

the wave that was about to break on him. Colin relaxed in my arms then looked at me and smiled, content in the knowledge that he was safe. Kylie had baby Michael in his arms and the boys looked at their mom and her aunt, her fairy godmother. I told them more things about our family. That when Kylie was six years old she went through a stage where she didn’t like being different because of her red hair. I told her the story of “Anne of Green Gables” and how she had red hair and ended up marrying Gilbert Blythe who had teased her about her red hair. What happened was during Anne’s first day at school, in a one-room schoolhouse on Prince Edward Island, Gilbert tried to get her attention. When she ignored him, Gilbert called her “Carrots” and pulled her hair, unaware of Anne’s sensitivity toward her red hair. Anne immediately smashed a slate on his head in front of the whole class and stubbornly refused to acknowledge him. Kylie said she remembered this part in “Anne of Green Gables,” made a face and said she didn’t like being called

Carrots either. We all laughed because she looks so pretty with her red hair. I told them how one weekend I was visiting Kylie’s family in Virginia, when she was 10, when she told me about a neighbor who had a 55-gallon tank of angelfish. Mrs. Harris bred them and often gave Kylie some fish. We visited her neighbor and talked all about angelfish – how pretty they are, how she bred them, etc. Mrs. Harris put two angelfish in a plastic bag for me and on the way back to Kylie’s house I let her hold it. Half way home the bag slipped in Kylie’s hands and she almost dropped it but it slipped and slid through the air and as I looked over at Kylie, it looked like a magician’s balancing act. Somehow Kylie held on and my angelfish not only survived but made it all the way home to Long Island and into my fish tank. Kylie and her kids were amused at my retelling of these family stories. To us, these stories are priceless. Some things we cherish – and some things just have to be passed down!

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This historic and beautifully updated 30 room building built in a “U” shape was built in three sections (1770, 1808, 1908)and then joined. Includes 4 easily rented and beautifully upgraded apartments and 6 retail or professional offices, a 900sf. carriage house or an amazing workshop. Alfred, Maine is 4.5 hours from Long Island in the lakes region of Southern Maine. It’s an elegant, historic and vital town with all amenities. The community is warm and very accepting. Our excellent Elementary School is a short walk away. Ball fields, park, tennis courts and the beautiful town beach on clear and peaceful Shaker Pond is a 2 min bike ride. The Beehive will allow you to live in one of the terrific apartments, cover your expenses and STILL generate a profit. Please visit www.Beehive-Alfred.com for photos and a look at Alfred. $449,000. Please contact: MLS#4600528 Ship Bright, Coldwell Broker Home, 207-831-8420 direct or the local owner Rick at 516-512-4825.

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COLLEGE ARTS ADMISSIONS: College Counseling in the Visual and Performing Arts. Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama. Film, Instrumental & Vocal Music. Audio Recording & Production. Theatre Technology & Production. Visual & Graphic Arts. Resume, Essays, Repertoire Lists. Michele Zimmerman. 516-353-6255 CollegeArtsAdmissions@gmail.com www.CollegeArtsAdmissions.co m COMPLETE JUNK REMOVAL /DEMOLITION SERVICE: Strong Arm Contracting Inc. We haul anything and everything. Entire contents of home or office. We clean it up and take it away. Residential/Commercial. Bonded/Insured. Free estimates. 516-538-1125

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Join the Last Hope cat rescue and adoption team! Volunteer orientations are held at our Wantagh adoption center the second Sunday of each month at 3:00 PM. Reservations not needed, but please fill out and fax a volunteer application in advance to 516-765-9181. You can download the application from our website: http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org. Click on “How to Help”, then “Become a Volunteer!”. Our adoption center is located at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh. We look forward to having you on our team.

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SHOPPING FOR SUPPORT Clipping pet item coupons for Last Hope is a great and easy way to give your support. Every coupon we receive helps to defray our costs, particularly for dog and cat food. They can either be dropped off at our adoption center at 3300 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, or mailed to Last Hope, PO Box 7025, Wantagh 11793. Please share our need with your friends and family. Thank you! Visit http://lasthopeanimalrescue.org to read about Last Hope’s programs and to see the fabulous array of fantastic felines eagerly awaiting adoption into their forever homes!

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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Joseph D. Muscarella announced that a special drive called “Helping through the Holidays,” will be launched at all three of the Town’s ice skating facilities. During the last week of 2016, visitors to Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating facilities are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to Town rinks to support Island Harvest Food Bank in its mission to end hunger on Long Island. “This time of the year is called ‘The season of giving,’ and I am asking our residents to keep that spirit all the way through to New Year’s Day,” Councilman Muscarella said. “The last week of the year is usually one of the busiest weeks at our highly acclaimed ice skating facilities as family and friends get together for some winter fun. It’s a perfect time to lace up the skates and it presents a real opportunity to help Island Harvest feed Long Islanders who are less fortunate. Just one or two items from each visitor would make a huge difference.” Randi Shubin Dresner, President and CEO of Island Harvest, said the Town of Oyster Bay has been an outstanding partner in the battle against hunger on Long Island. “We are so grateful for the hard work and determination of Town employees and the kindness of Town of Oyster Bay residents who generously

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have donated so much food at Town events,” Dresner said. “Island Harvest greatly appreciates and thanks everyone at the Town of Oyster Bay who support our efforts.” Councilman Muscarella noted that Town of Oyster Bay ice rinks will be offering a special Holiday Schedule beginning on Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24, 2016 that continues through Sunday January 1, 2016. The Town has three ice skating facilities – outdoor skating rinks at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa and Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, as well as the state-of-the-art indoor Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center in Bethpage. More information about the rinks, including the special holiday schedule is available at the Town of Oyster Bay’s website, www.oysterbaytown.com. “I hope many of our residents can spend some of this holiday season enjoying some time at one of our rinks,” Councilman Muscarella said. “It’s a great way to have some fun and create long-time memories. While doing so, I also ask that we please remember those who are less fortunate. Your donation of food items will greatly benefit those in need and make our ‘Helping through the Holidays’ initiative a resounding success.”

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Anthony Hernandez, a senior at Bethpage High School, was recognized as a 2017 National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholar recipient. Initiated in 1983, the National Hispanic Recognition Program identifies nearly 5,000 outstanding Hispanic students each year. Although the NHRP does not provide a financial reward, being named is an important academic recognition, as his name will appear on a list of outstanding scholars sent to subscribing colleges and universities. Anthony has also been named an AP Scholar with Distinction this year. The district congratulates Anthony on his achievements. Photo courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

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13 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of DJ BUNTY LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/05/2016. Off. Loc.: 52 Felice Crescent, Hicksville, NY 11801. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Saurav Mahajan, 3149 Wilmarth Pl. Wantagh, NY 11793. Purpose: NYS Requirements MIT 5469 6X 11/11,18,25,12/2,9,16 LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Index #: 3060/2012 Filed: 11/10/16 Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated. SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-HE7 Plaintiff, -againstJeffrey DeLuca, Nassau County Public Administrator, as Administrator for the estate of Jules Schwabinger, Michael Alpert, Esq. Guardian Ad Litem on behalf of Jules Schwabinger’s respective heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Keith Schwabinger as heir to the Estate of Jules Schwabinger, Rick Schwabinger as heir to the Estate of Jules Schwabinger, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Henry Lung, Esq. DBA Law Office of Henry Lung, Esq., United States of America, Citibank (South Dakota) N.A., Eddie “Doe,” Defendants. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S): YOU ARE HEREBY

SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York; or within sixty (60) days if it is the United States of America. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: Bay Shore, New York January 5, 2016 FRENKEL, LAMBERT, WEISS, WEISMAN & GORDON, LLP BY: Pamela Flink Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100 Our File No.: 01-031152-F0l TO: Jeffrey DeLuca, Nassau County Public Administrator, as Administrator for the Estate of Jules Schwabinger 240 Old Country Road Mineola, NY 11501 Keith Schwabinger as heir to the Estate of Jules Schwabinger 2002 Longbranch Lane Clearwater, FL 33760 Rick Schwabinger as heir to the Estate of Jules Schwabinger 6910 Yellowstone Blvd., Apt. 222 Forest Hills, NY 11375 United States of America 92 Willis Avenue

Mineola, NY 11501 Citibank (South Dakota) N.A. 701 East 60th Street North Sioux Falls, SD 57117 MIT 5471 4X 11/25,12/2,9,16 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust; Plaintiff(s) vs. DENISE DOBSON; et al; Defendant(s) Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s): ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 2 Summit Court, Suite 301, Fishkill, New York, 12524, 845.897.1600 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on or about October 5, 2016, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. On January 10, 2017 at 11:30 am. Premises known as 80 SHERMAN AVE, BETHPAGE, NY 11714 Section: 46 Block: 24 Lot: 58 ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, situate, lying and being at Central Park, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, known and designated as and by Lots Numbered One (1), Two (2) and part of Three (3) in Block Numbered Twenty-four (24), on a certain map entitled, “Map of Section 2, property situated at Central Park, Nassau County owned by the New York Suburban Land Company”, surveyed October 15, 1907 by Thomas V. Smith, Civil Engineer and filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on November 22, 1907 under the File Number 174. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to all of the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment $427,803.71 plus interest and costs. INDEX NO. 5809/12 Victor Levin, Esq., REFEREE BN 7182 4X 12/9,16,23,30 LEGAL NOTICE AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF OYSTER BAY CHAPTER 233, MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC

BE IT ORDAINED, by the Town Board of the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau, State of New York, that the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, New York, adopted October 5, 1971, and recodified April 22, 1991, as Chapter 233, as amended, be and the same is further amended as follows: That the following locations be ADDED to SECTION 17-25 of the said Code establishing thereunder the following intersections as STOP intersections and stop signs shall be erected at appropriate places facing traffic on the stop street. All traffic on a stop street approaching a through street from either direction, unless otherwise designated, shall come to a full stop before entering the through street. THROUGH STREET STOP STREET HICKSVILLE LEE AVENUE ESSEX LANE, westbound JERICHO OAKWOOD STREET BIRCHWOOD PARK DR, eastbound BIRCHWOOD PARK DRIVE OAKWOOD STREET, southbound M A S S A P E Q U A PENNSYVANIA AVENUE SEAFORD AVENUE, north & south OYSTER BAY RAILROAD AVENUE AUDREY AVENUE, northbound SYOSSET ASHFORD DRIVE DOONE DRIVE, east & west That the following locations be ADDED to SECTION 17-45 of the said Code establishing NO U TURNS, which shall be appropriately designated by posted signs: OYSTER BAY – East Main Street - No U Turn – westbound onto McCouns Lane; eastbound onto McCouns Lane. That the following locations be ADDED to SECTION 17-152 of the said Code establishing NO STOPPING ZONES, which shall be appropriately designated by posted signs: BETHPAGE – Railroad Avenue – No Stopping Here to Corner – north side – starting at the north curbline of South 5th street, north for a distance of 65 feet. HICKSVILLE – Herzog Place – No Stopping Here to Corner – south side – starting at the west curbline of Broadway, west for a distance of 50 feet; No Stopping Anytime – south side – starting at the east curbline of Jerusalem Avenue, east for a distance of 110 feet. Midland Avenue – No Stopping – north side – starting at a point 300 feet east of

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the east curbline of Bethpage Road, east for a distance of 300 feet. JERICHO – Merry Lane – No Stopping Anytime – east side – starting from the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 210 feet; east side – starting from a point 260 feet south of the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 90 feet. MASSAPEQUA – Merrick Road – No Stopping Here to Corner – south side – starting at the west curbline of Carman Boulevard, west for a distance of 45 feet. Polo Road – No Stopping Here to Corner – west side – starting from the southwest curbline of Narwood Road, south for a distance of 35 feet. OYSTER BAY – Larrabee Avenue – No Stopping Anytime – west side – starting at the north curbline of W. Main Street, north for a distance of 50 feet. PLAINVIEW – Margaret Drive – No Stopping Here to Corner – east side – starting at the south curbline of Old Country Road, south for a distance of 67 feet. South Oaks Boulevard – No Stopping Here to Corner – south side – starting from the east curbline of Acorn Lane, east for a distance of 20 feet. That the following locations be DELETED from SECTION 17-152 of the said Code: BETHPAGE – Railroad Avenue – No Stopping Here to Corner – north side – starting at the north curbline of South 5th Street, north for a distance of 40 feet. HICKSVILLE – Herzog Place – No Stopping Anytime south side – starting at the east curbline of Jerusalem Avenue, east for a distance of 70 feet. JERICHO – Merry Lane – No Stopping Here to Corner – east side – starting from the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 74 feet; No Stopping – east side – starting from a point 228 feet south of the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 144 feet. OYSTER BAY – Larrabee Avenue – No Stopping Anytime – west side – from the north curbline of West Main Street, north for a distance of 25 feet. PLAINVIEW – Margaret Drive – No Stopping Here to Corner – east side – starting at the south curbline of Old Country Road, south for a distance of 40 feet. That the following locations be ADDED to SECTION 17-166 of the said Code establishing NO PARKING DURING CERTAIN Continued on page 14

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DAYS OR HOURS, which shall be appropriately designated by posted signs: BETHPAGE – Steuben Avenue – No Parking 8am to 4pm except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – north side – starting at a point 55 feet west of the west curbline of Stewart Avenue, west to Pershing Avenue; south side – starting at a point 25 feet west of the west curbline of Stewart Avenue, west to Pershing Avenue. South 2nd Street – No Parking 10 am to Noon Monday thru Friday – east side – starting at a point 40 feet north of the north curbline of Burkhart Avenue, north for a distance of 140 feet. GLEN HEAD – Roslyn Drive – No Parking 8am to 7pm except Saturday and Sunday – east side – starting at a point 150 feet north of the north curbline of Glen Head Road, north for a distance of 110 feet. HICKSVILLE – Fifth Street – No Parking School Days 8am to 4pm – north side – starting at a point 151 feet east of the extended east curbline of Division Avenue, east for a distance of 59 feet; north side – starting at a point 30 feet east of the extended east curbline of Division Avenue, east for a distance of 54 feet. Burns Avenue – No Parking 10am to 12pm except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – west side – starting at a point 50 feet north of the north curbline of West John Street, north for a distance of 40 feet. MASSAPEQUA – East Shore Drive - No Parking 8am to 5pm except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – west side – starting at a point 130 feet south of the south curbline of South Merrick Road, south for a distance of 80 feet. Grove Street – No Parking 9am to 5pm except Sundays and Holidays – south side – stating at a point 170 feet west of the west curbline of Forest Avenue, west for a distance of 80 feet. SYOSSET – Fams Court – No Parking 7am to 10am except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – north side – starting at the northwest corner of Albergo Lane, west for a distance of 102 feet; starting at a point 190 feet west of the northwest corner of Albergo Lane, west to the west termination of Fams Court, then southerly following the curvature of the cul-de-sac, to the south curbline of Fams Court, then easterly to the west curbline of Albergo Lane. Edward Lane – No Parking 10am to 12pm

LEGAL NOTICES except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – east side – starting at a point 80 feet south of the south curbline of Miller Boulevard, south for a distance of 70 feet. That the following locations be DELETED from SECTION 17-166 of the Said Code: BETHPAGE – Steuben Avenue – No Parking 8am to 4pm except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – north and south side –from Stewart Avenue, west to Pershing Avenue. South 2nd Street – No Parking 10am to Noon Monday through Friday – east side – starting at a point 40 feet north of the north curbline of Burkhart Avenue, north for a distance of 168 feet. HICKSVILLE – Fifth Street – No Parking School Days 8am to 4pm – north side – starting at the east curbline of Division Avenue, east for 210 feet. MASSAPEQUA – Grove Street – No Parking 9am to 5pm except Sundays and Holidays – south side – starting at a point 170 feet west of the west curbline of Forest Avenue, west for a distance of 160 feet. SYOSSET – Fams Court, - No Parking 7am to 10am except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – starting at the northwest corner of Albergo Lane, west to the west termination of Fams Court, then southerly following the curvature of the cul-de-sac, to the south curbline of Fams Court, then easterly to the west curbline of Albergo Lane. That the following locations be ADDED to SECTION 17-168 of the said Code establishing LIMITED PARKING DURING CERTAIN DAYS OR HOURS, which shall be appropriately designated by posted signs: JERICHO – Merry Lane – 15 Minute Parking 10am to 9pm – east side – starting from a point 210 feet south of the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 50 feet. HICKSVILLE – Nelson Avenue – Two Hour Parking 8am to 6pm except Sunday & Holidays – east side – starting at a point 30 feet north of the north curbline of West Cherry Street, north for a distance of 106 feet; east side – starting at a point 186 feet north of the north curbline of West Cherry Street, north for a distance of 188 feet. That the following locations be DELETED to SECTION 17-168 of the said Code: HICKSVILLE – Nelson Avenue – Two Hour Parking 8am to 6pm except Sunday & Holidays – east side – starting at a point 30 feet north

of the north curbline of West Cherry Street, north to a point 35 feet south of the south curbline of West Nicholai Street. JERICHO – Merry Lane – 30 Minute Parking 10am to 9pm – east side – starting from a point 74 feet south of the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 154 feet. That the following location be ADDED to SECTION 17-183 of the said Code establishing: NO PARKING OR STANDING, which shall be appropriately designated by posted signs: FARMINGDALE – East Zoranne Drive – No Parking Anytime – southeast side – starting at a point 275 feet east of Carol Place, northerly for a distance of 128 feet. PLAINVIEW – Orchard Street – No Parking Anytime – west side – starting at a point opposite the north curbline of Fern Place and north 35 feet by the stop sign, north for a distance of 15 feet. That the following location be DELETED from SECTION 17-183 of the said Code: HICKSVILLE – Herzog Place – No Standing Anytime – south side – starting at the west curbline of Broadway, west for a distance of 50 feet. That the following location be ADDED to SECTION 17-184 of the said Code establishing NO PARKING OR STANDING DURING CERTAIN DAYS OR HOURS, which shall be appropriately designated by posted signs: BETHPAGE – Enness Avenue – No Parking 8am to 10am except Saturday, Sunday and Holidays – south side – starting at a point 133 feet east of the east curbline of Stewart Avenue, east for a distance of 46 feet. That the following location be ADDED to SECTION 17-215 of the said Code establishing NO TRUCKS OVER 4 TONS GROSS WEIGHT EXCEPT LOCAL DELIVERY, which shall be appropriately designate by posted signs: HICKSVILLE – W. Marie Street – No Trucks over 4 Tons gross weight, except local delivery

– south side – 20 feet east of the east curbline of Underhill Avenue. James Altadonna, Jr. Town Clerk John Venditto, Supervisor Dated: November 29, 2016 Oyster Bay, New York STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY I, Leonard Genova, Town Attorney, Do Hereby Certify, that I have compared the annexed with the original Amendments to the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Oyster Bay on November 29, 2016, amending Chapter 233, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, pertaining to parking, stopping, crossing, loading zones, thru traffic trucking operations and other traffic regulations. Filed in the Town Attorney’s Office/Legislative Affairs and that the same is true transcript thereof, and of the whole of such original. In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto signed my name and affixed the seal of said Town this 29th day of November, 2016 Leonard Genova, Town Attorney BN 7183 1X 12/9 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. NEW YORK COMMERCIAL BANK, Pltf. vs., APPLIED SCIENCE CENTER OF INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE IN HOMELAND SECURITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION CORPORATION, et al, Defts. Index #2264/15. Pursuant to an amended judgment of foreclosure and sale dated Oct. 17, 2016 and entered on Oct. 25, 2016 and also an order appointing substitute referee dated Oct.17, 2016 and entered on Oct. 21, 2016, I will sell at public auction in Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola NY on Tuesday, Jan, 10, 2017

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at 11:30 a.m. prem. k/a 500 Grumman Rd. West, Unit #2, Bethpage, NY 11714 a/k/a 510 Grumman Rd. West, Condo Unit #2, Bethpage, NY 11714. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the improvements therein contained, situate, lying and being a part of the Lunar Module Park Condominium located in Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Unit No. 2. Together With a 20% undivided interest in the common elements of the condominium hereinafter described, as the same is defined in the Declaration of Condominium hereinafter referred to. The real property above described is a Unit on the plans of a condominium prepared and certified by Bruce R. Mawhirter, P.E. and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on April 8, 2008 as Map No. CA 239, defined in the Declaration of the Condominium entitled Lunar Module Park Condominium made by Lunar Module Park LLC and The Nassau County Industrial Development Agency, a corporate government agency constituting a body corporate and politic, and a public benefit corporation of the State of New York, under Article 9-B of the New York Real Property Law dated April 7, 2008 and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on April 8, 2008 in Liber 12382 of Conveyances at Page 439, covering the property therein described, as the same may be amended or modified. Approx. amt. of judgment is $3,420,303.33 plus interest, costs, advances and attorneys’ fees. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. CHRISTOPHER J. COSCHIGNANO, Referee. CULLEN AND DYKMAN, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 44 Wall St., 17th Floor, New York, NY. #90215 BN 7184 4X 12/9,16,23,30

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Family and consumer science students enrolled in Elaine Zeller’s class at Wisdom Lane Middle School in the Levittown School District have learned that preparations for the Thanksgiving holiday meal takes time and knowledge. Prior to the holiday, the seventh-grade students worked in teams to prepare side dishes, which included sweet potato

fries, spinach crescent rolls, corn muffins, cranberry sauce and an apple cobbler with oatmeal topping. After the dishes were prepared, the students learned to properly set a holiday table. They also tasted their delicious meal and took the time to share that for which they are thankful.

Wisdom Lane Middle School family & consumer science teacher Elaine Zeller taught 7th-grader Rosa Pachecl how to zest an orange.

Teacher Elaine Zeller explained how to sauté spinach and onions to students Guruansh Kohli and Emily Newman.

Corn muffins were on the menu as Wisdom Lane Middle School family and consumer science students cooked Thanksgiving side dishes.

Aaron Hernandez, a Wisdom Lane Middle School 7th-grader, put the finishing touches on an apple cobbler while classmate Amani Rodriguez looked on.

Town opens new planning and development annex Oyster Bay Town Councilman Joseph G. Pinto announced that the Town of Oyster Bay has opened an annex of its Department of Planning and Development. The annex is situated at the Town Hall South Facility located at 977 Hicksville Road in Massapequa. “This location will allow greater accessibility for residents on the Town’s south shore who wish to drop off and pick up materials and begin the process of securing building permits,” Councilman Pinto said. “Prior to the annex, south shore residents had to travel to Oyster Bay to pick up a building permit application

or have assistance with reviewing their paperwork. I know how busy our hardworking residents are. I believe this may help free up some of their precious time.” The Department of Planning and Development Department is primarily concerned with land use and assists the Town Board in the orderly growth and development of the Town. The department is charged with the enforcement of codes, rules and ordinances pertaining to building and supervises the issuance of permits for construction. Construction work, such as the installation of a deck, swimming pool or other

alteration or addition that is not inspected properly can raise serious questions with respect to structural integrity. In addition, faulty plumbing or electrical work can lead to many other problems that can put lives at risk. “The building permit process can now begin conveniently for all Town residents,” Councilman Pinto said. “Quality workmanship that meets legal building codes is a wise investment, creates peace of mind and ultimately saves time and money down the road. Best of all, the process can now begin from a convenient location for all.”

Councilman Pinto also noted that residents can now easily embark upon a Town amnesty initiative designed to allow residents to obtain the necessary permits required on building improvements previously done to their homes. “Town of Oyster Bay residents are being afforded an amnesty period to secure these permits, without having to incur stringent penalties,” Councilman Pinto said. “Additionally, the Town Board is looking to extend the amnesty period into the new year, providing a further convenience for our residents and allowing all to take part in the program.”

Friday, December 9, 2016

Levittown students learn to prepare a Thanksgiving meal

Friday, December 9, 2016

Photo courtesy of the Levittown School District

The Hjemly School basketball team from Denmark & coaches with members of MacArthur High School’s basketball team prior to the Jeff Shaw Memorial Basketball Tournament.

MacArthur High School hosts Danish team

The MacArthur High School basketball team, under the direction of coach Eric Rubin, hosted a team of 35 players from Denmark’s Hjemly School, who competed in the annual Jeff Shaw Memorial Basketball Tournament held at MacArthur High School on Dec. 1. The tournament is held annually in remembrance of Jeff Shaw, a

Levittown resident who lost his life on Sept. 11 and whose children played basketball for the Levittown School District. During the day, the students shadowed MacArthur students while attending classes. The visitors also stayed in the homes of the MacArthur High School players.

Hjemly School coaches Per Rasmussen and Peter Hoffman explained that playing with American students helps the Danish players improve their game. “American basketball is more physical and intense,” he explained, “and many of our players are younger.” Rubin noted that in spend-

ing time together, the visiting team and MacArthur High School players engaged in a valuable crosscultural learning experience as well. “The experience on the court for the Danish players is amazing, but pales in comparison to the experience off the court for all the players,” he added.

Salk Middle School hosts Turkey Bowl The Jonas E. Salk Middle School Recreation Club hosted its third annual Turkey Bowl on Nov. 9. Under the supervision of Dan Agovino and Erica Tuccillo, more than 100 boys and girls in grades 7-8 competed in a 6v6 flag football tournament under the lights on the MacArthur High School turf in Levittown. All teams played three pre-tournament games and were then seeded into a single elimination bracket. The Turkey Bowl Championship winners were Jack Butler, Michael Leo, John Lozito, Anthony McGlone, James Napoli, Matthew Papach and Steven Weber. In addition, Joe Calabro, Dylan Collins, Dustin Genco, Joe Misuraca, James O’Brien, and Sean Seniuk placed second. The Jonas E. Salk Middle School administration and athletic department would like to thank the chaperones and participants, as well as those who donated food for its local holiday food drive. A special thanks also goes to the Napoli brothers who went above and beyond with their food drive collection.

The 3rd annual Turkey Bowl 1st- & 2nd place winners were (bottom, l-r) John Lozito, Michael Leo, James Napoli, Anthony McGlone, Steven Weber, Matthew Papach, Jack Butler, (top, l-r) Joe Calabro, Dylan Collins, Joe Misuraca, Dustin Genco, Sean Seniuk and James O’Brien.