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Vol. 78, No. 17

Syosset & Jericho kids try out for National Juniors Wushu Team BY RIKKI N. MASSAND

Syosset’s own Alan Huang, a student at South Woods Elementary School, who earned a spot on the U.S. Junior Wushu Team after competing with kids from across the country at the national team trials in Lubbock, Texas, held April 19 through 22.

Four Syosset students and three Jericho students competed in the Seventh Annual Wushu U.S. Junior Team Trials in Lubbock, Texas from April 19 through April 22. For the past several years, each student (ages 7 through 17) has trained under the internationally acclaimed teacher Lynn Lin of Sitan Tai Chi & Martial Arts School, located at 227 Michael Drive in Syosset. Under Lin’s direction, last year her students from both the Jericho and Syosset communities performed at the United Nations in a demonstration featuring action movie star and retired Wushu champion Jet Li. In April Jericho residents Claire Ma, Sabrina Pan and Enson Pan joined Syosset’s Maggie Chen, Leo Dai, Alan Huang and Justin Shen as well as Jiachen Lee of Dix Hills in Texas for the junior level’s premier Wushu competition. The local contingent were among hundreds of trained athletes from 21 states and 65 member training facilities joining the national Junior Team Trials. Alan Huang earned fourth place in his age group at the trial and will be on

the U.S. Junior Team to compete in the upcoming Pan American Wushu Championships in Argentina. His fellow classmates from Sitan Tai Chi did not make the final list of young athletes to represent the country in Wushu, however they were all awarded gold and silver medalists in the New York State division this year. Parents wrote to the Advance and News Journal via email from Texas with the following description of the weekend’s experiences and life lessons: “With years of trainings at Sitan Tai Chi ‘under their belts’ our local kids from Jericho and Syosset went to the Lubbock arena and delivered their own best performances in front of hundreds of spectators. After the competition, everyone attested to the wonderful experience they had with their friends and families….Traditional Wushu is a form of Chinese Kung Fu which promotes health, discipline, precision, and peer supports; it is an art of transformation from philosophy into physical actions. Here, the kids learned how to perform under tremendous amount of pressure. Working together See page 22

Bestselling Syosset author speaks at literary festival

BY GARY SIMEONE

New York Times bestselling author Meg Wolitzer took some time off from her busy schedule to speak at the Long Island LitFest in Huntington last Sunday. The Syosset native read passages from her new book, The Female Per-

suasion and held a question and answer session with the audience. The Long Island LitFest, takes place once a year and is a platform for writers and authors to talk about their books and hold book signings. Wolitzer, who graduated Syosset High School in 1977, said growing up in the

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town helped to create her passion for writing. “I had a group of wonderful teachers who were warm and supportive, and very encouraging to me in my writing career,” said Wolitzer. “My mother, Hilma, who was also a writer, helped to push me in a positive direction.” Wolitzer said her family lived within close proximity of the Syosset Public Library and she spent most of her time there as a kid. In high school, she worked as a page for the library, sorting through all of the books and novels. “It was a very important place to

me at the time, being around all those books, and just reading about the outside world.” Her new novel, The Female Persuasion, debuted in early April and is currently on the New York Times Best Seller list. “Many of the themes in the book focus on female power, mentorship, and people’s meaning in the world,” said Wolitzer. “The title is kind of a pun or play on words to describe women and how they kind of persuade each other in See page 22

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Know Your Candidates for Syosset Board of Education

The Syosset Council of PTAs will be holding a Candidates Forum on Tuesday, May 10th, from 8 to 10PM at South Woods Middl School auditorium. All candidates will make opening and closing remarks. The evening will be moderated by the Nassau Region PTA which will field and present questions submitted by the audience. The following candidates will be in attendance: Bill Weiner (Ballot #1), Andy Feldman (Ballot #2), Wendy Levitt (Ballot #3), Chris Ulrich (Ballot #4), Dr. Uzma Syed (Ballot #5), and Christopher DiFilippo (Ballot #6). If you are unable to attend, you may listen

to the live broadcast on the Syosset High School radio station WKWZ, 88.5 FM. Voting is on Tuesday, May 15th polls open at 6AM, closing at 9PM. Polling sites are as follows: • Robbins Lane and South Grove attendance zones: Vote at Robbins Lane School, 157 Robbins Lane • A.P. Willits and Baylis attendance zones: Vote at H.B. Thompson Middle School, 98 Ann Drive • Berry Hill, Village and Walt Whitman attendance zones: Vote at Syosset High School, 70 Southwoods Road.

Woodbury Jewish Center hosts El Al Ambassadors On Sunday May 6th, Woodbury Jewish Center will host a special program in celebration of Yom Ha’Atzmaut. At 9:30AM, following Minyan, there will be a breakfast featuring the El Al Ambassadors. The El Al Ambassadors are flight attendants and pilots from El Al Airlines. Dressed in uniform, the Ambassadors will offer attendees a unique perspective about Israel and share with them interesting and inspiring personal stories. The Ambassador Program’s mission is to foster goodwill and diplomacy, as well as inspire groups worldwide to

be advocates for Israel. Ambassadors volunteer their time during layovers between flights. All are talented and passionate individuals hand-selected by El-Al. The program, including the breakfast, is open to the public and is free of charge. It will be held at the Woodbury Jewish Center located at 200 South Woods Road in Woodbury. For further information or to RSVP, please contact the Synagogue office at 516-496-9100 ext. 120 or by e-mail at office@woodburyjc. org.

Syosset School Board to meet The Syosset Central Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, May 7th at 8PM in the auditorium of South Woods Middle School. A Budget Information Session will precede the monthly meeting, at 7:30PM.

National Honor Society member is semifinalist in scholarship program Victor Allegretti, a senior and member of the National Honor Society (NHS) at Syosset High School, has been named one of 500 national semifinalists in the National Honor Society Scholarship program. Victor was chosen from more than 11,000 applicants and will receive a $2,850 scholarship. High school seniors who are members in good standing of an active National Honor Society chapter are able to apply for an NHS Scholarship. Finalists are selected on the basis of their leadership skills; participation in service organizations, clubs, and other

student groups at school and in the community; and their academic record. As a semifinalist, Victor Allegretti is recognized as one of the top 500 NHS members in the nation this school year. While at Syosset High School, Allegretti has been vice president of Future Leaders of America, a member of the Peer Education Program, an executive board member of the Italian Honor Society, a member of the National Honor Society, and a member of the Business Honor Society. This fall, he plans to attend Marist College, Honors Program, to study business.

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Once again, Syosset High School is honoring National Autism Acceptance Month. Members of Student Government, along with student and staff members, decorated the main hallway of the high school with red streamers, balloons, puzzle pieces, and banners. Every morning for the week of April 9th, a fact about autism spectrum disorders was read during the morning announcements, including the mention of famous people living with autism. And on Friday, April 13th, students and staff wore red and were given stickers to wear that displayed the autism ribbon to show their support and commitment to promote awareness and acceptance of individuals on the spectrum. The color red was chosen as it is a symbol of love. Special thanks to all of the students and staff who took part in the events throughout the week.

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Joined by students who participated in Syosset High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Autism Acceptance Month activities are (left to right) teachers Greg Cardona, Sue Botta, Gary Silverman, aides Carolyn Sullivan and Barbara Orvieto, Director of Pupil Personnel Services Mary-Lou Sapienza, teacher Dale Iovine, and aide Donna LaMonica.

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Syosset High School hosts author Marc Aronson

On April 12th, Syosset High School hosted author, professor and historian Dr. Marc Aronson. After reading his book Witch-Hunt: Mysteries of the Salem Witch Trials, ninth-grade students gathered for a culminating event and an interactive discussion of the Puritan Society, witch hunts, and the societal effects of silencing and ostracizing minority community members. A kickoff assembly featured the chorale students singing an adaptation of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where Is The Love?,â&#x20AC;? a song by the Black Eyed Peas, accom-

panied by an interpretive dance performance and sign language students signing the lyrics. In breakout sessions proceeding the assembly, Dr. Aronson demonstrated the contemporary relevance of the witch trials that occurred in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692, and emphasized the importance of speaking up for what is right. He also discussed how young citizens can have a big impact on society, and the importance of taking an active role and voicing opinions in governmental affairs. The events were coordinat-

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Dr. Marc Aronson with a copy of his book Witch-Hunt: Mysteries of the Salem Witch Trials, which he shared with Syosset High School students following an interactive discussion. Photo courtesy of the Syosset School District

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31st Annual Runner’s Edge TOBAY Triathalon

Everyone is invited to join in the fun for the 31st annual Runner’s Edge - Town of Oyster Bay Triathlon, Long Island’s premiere multisport event. The date is Sunday, August 26th. This is a “sprint” triathlon, which consists of a half mile swim in calm (most of the time!) Oyster Bay harbor, a one loop 15-kilometer bike ride over hill and dale through beautiful Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove, and Laurel Hollow, and a 5-kilometer run through Mill Neck and Brookville, “up” to the Planting Fields Arboretum and back “down” to the finish at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay. It is a perfect first timers event at the same time as it presents a significant enough challenge to be enjoyed by veteran triathletes. There is an early start for this event. The first Wave will go into Oyster Bay Harbor at 7:00AM. So please plan on getting to Roosevelt Park no later than 6:00 AM. For those who aren’t ready to do an individual triathlon, teams of two or three are most welcome.

The Tri will be followed by a great post-race BBQ courtesy of the good people at Western Beef, with plenty of hot dogs, hamburgers, and all the trimmings, plus the chance to enjoy Great South Bay Brewery’s finest potables. The Tri is being conducted under the auspices of the Town of Oyster Bay, with the enthusiastic support of Town Supervisor Joe Saladino, the Oyster Bay Town Board, and the Oyster Bay Town Parks Department. Race management will be handled by the Greater Long Island Running Club, with Jose Lopez and Ray Farrell serving once again as co-directors and Mindy Davidson and Linda Ottaviano serving once again as event coordinators. In addition to The Runner’s Edge and Western Beef, other great business sponsors of the Run are Bo’s Kitchen & Bar Room, South Edison Bar, Raw Bar & Dinner of Montauk, Farmingdale Chiropractor Dr. Lawrence Lembo, the Farmingdale law firm of Carman, Callahan & Ingham, LLP, and Jonas Chiropractic Sports Injury Care. We are pleased to welcome the event’s

Getting together to discuss plans for this year’s Runner’s Edge-TOBAY Triathlon are (left to right) Triathlon Co-Director Jose Lopez, Triathlon sponsor Larry Lembo, Triathlon Co-Coordinator Mindy Davidson, Bob Cook of Triathlon sponsor The Runner’s Edge, and Town of Oyster Bay Deputy Supervisor Greg Carman.

newest sponsor, Congregation L’Dor V’Dor of Oyster Bay (“Generation to Generation”). The charitable beneficiaries of the event are once again The Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay, the Gerald Kaufman Memorial Fund and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Thanks to the continuing generosity of Bob Shaw, there will be a special prize of $595 in gift certificates to The Runner’s Edge presented to the individual participant who finishes in 595th place overall. This prize is in memory of Bob’s brother Tom, who passed away unexpectedly at age 46 in November of 2016. In his last Runner’s Edge-TOBAY Triathlon in 2015, Tom placed in 595th place overall. This award is a celebration of Tom’s life and of all participants whose determination to persevere inspires us all.

Acceptance of entries will be cut off once the limit of 1200 athletes is reached, so PLEASE get your application in early. You can register online at www.glirc.org/events and search TOBAY; you can also download the hard copy application booklet on that site. Volunteers are most welcome; contact Mindy Davidson at mindy@glirc. org. The Sunday “main event” will be preceded by the Runner’s Edge-Town of Oyster Bay JUNIOR Triathlon on Saturday, August 25th, and youngsters ages 8-13 are encouraged to (literally) get their feet wet with a 200 yard swim, 2.5 mile bike and 1 mile run, all within the confines of Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park. For more information... or inspiration, call the GLIRC office at (516) 3497646.

Temple L’Dor V’Dor Rabbi Steven Moskowitz (right) announces the Congregation’s support for the Triathlon to Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (center) and Greater Long Island Running Club Executive Director Linda Ottaviano (left).

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (left) recently joined for the grand opening ceremony of SoundSide Physical Therapy located at 200 Robbins Lane (Suite D2) in Jericho. SoundSide Physical Therapy offers outstanding one-on-one care, therapeutic exercise, patient education, manual therapy, balance training, and wellness programming. Supervisor Saladino commended SoundSide Physical Therapy President James Kalenderian, his wife Bobbi Kalenderian, and Clinical Director Dr. Adam Johnnidis, DPT and wished them tremendous success in their business endeavor.

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino recently joined in celebrating the one year anniversary of Scout & Molly’s Boutique. Scout & Molly’s aspires to make women feel comfortable shopping, offering stylists at every store that help their customers feel beautiful. The boutique is located at 7959 Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury. Supervisor Saladino commended the owners and management for committing themselves to grow and succeed in today’s competitive business climate and wished them continued success in creating jobs in the Town.

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Homes By Mara Realty will be hosting a puppy and dog adoption event to benefit Ruff House Rescue on May 5th in conjunction with Cinco de Mayo. “Cinco de Barko” puppy and dog adoption event will be held at the agency, 30 Berry Hill Rd., Syosset, from 1PM – 5PM. The event will include chips, salsa, and refreshments along with face painting and balloon animals. Get to meet a variety of lovable puppies and dogs available for adoption during the Cinco de Barko event through Ruff House Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit volunteer-based organization that saves dogs and cats from high-kill rural shelters and also creates awareness of the epidemic of homeless pets along with the importance of the spaying/neutering, ID tagging, and training of pets. Adoption costs for the puppies and dogs at the event will range from $350 $500. All adoptions are considered charitable contributions and tax deductible.

People interested in coming to the event with intent of adopting one of Ruff House Rescue’s animals are encouraged to complete the application in advance available on its website at http://www. ruffhouserescue.org/adopt for the possibility of taking their adopted pet home that same day. Also participating in Cinco de Barko is Syosset High School Dog Rescue Group, co-founded by Jason Cohen and Mallory Kanterman, which started last year as the first high school group dedicated to saving dogs. Often working closely with Ruff House Rescue, Syosset High School Dog Rescue Group currently has approximately 100 students participating as it fund raises for rescue organizations, takes part in educational programs focusing on why an individual should rescue an animal versus buying an animal, and attends adoption events to help with and learn about the adoption process.

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Jericho Syosset Girl Scouts visit Camp Blue Bay

Jericho Syosset Girl Scout troops 3095, 3383, and 3751 recently spent a chilly weekend at Camp Blue Bay. The girls, ranging in age from 5 to 12, learned about Girl Scout traditions and made all of their own meals! The highlight of the weekend was a flag retirement ceremony on the beach.

The older girls enjoyed showing the younger girls all of the traditional photo spots.

Girl Scouts spent the weekend at Camp Blue Bay preparing the camp for its busy season. Allie and Brianna, Cadettes from Troop 3095, had fun while they worked. They both enjoy their individual and troop time there so much that they joined other cadettes to give back to the place they love so much. Thank you, Allie and Brianna, for helping make the world a better place for your sister campers!

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Cycle the Erie: 400 Miles & 400 Years Flow By on Canalway Bike Tour Across New York State

Biking on the Eric Canalway from Lockport to Medina © Karen Rubin/ goingplacesfarandnear.com

Riding the Erie Canalway. The 19th Annual Cycle the Erie 400-mile ride had a record 750 riders © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

Cycle the Erie riders arrive in Medina, a city that not only grew up with the canal Cycle the Erie riders leaving Medina on Day 2 of the 8-day, 400-mile so its prized stone could reach as far as Brooklyn (the foundation of the Brooklyn bike tour from Buffalo to Albany. The 19th Annual Cycle the Erie had a Bridge) and Buckingham Palace © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com record 750 riders © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com BY KAREN RUBIN, TRAVEL FEATURES SYNDICATE, GOINGPLACESFARANDNEAR.COM

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Erie Canal that was built between 1817-1825, transports you 400 miles and through 400 years of history. Unfolding before you, at a pace that flows like a movie, are the pastoral scenes of See page D2

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farmlands, the canaltowns that sprang up to handle the trade, the factories that emerged to manufacture the myriad inventions and innovations spawned by Yankee ingenuity, you cross Native American tribal areas, colonial settlements, Revolutionary War sites, and places connected with abolition and women’s rights. You see the rise and fall of industrialization and urbanization, and now, most marvelous of all, you see before you the reinvention, revitalization and repurposing of these villages, towns, cities and communities that the Eric Canal spawned. The Erie Canal turned a modest port called New York City into a global trade and financial center, New York State into the Empire State, and the United States into a global industrial power. It turned a subsistence farmer in the Midwest into a purveyor to the world, and not only transformed geography, but society. The Erie Canal “was the Mother of Cities” overnight, canal towns catering to the boat traffic sprung up from nowhere and cities like Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse mushroomed. The canal was an incubator for innovation and a transmitter for new ideas. It unified the nation, tying together East and West, and was the artery by which pioneers and immigrants made their way to the settle the frontier. Whether native born, naturalized, immigrant or visitor from abroad, you come away from this journey with renewed understanding of what it means to be an American. Besides being a marvelous carfree trail (mostly flat), with gorgeous

landscapes (you can’t believe this is New York State!), what distinguishes this bike trip is that it is so interesting – the sites and sights along the way. Every day is enlightening, inspiring, serendipitous. We go from urban to rural, pastoral lands and back to urban, from main streets into forest and into neighborhoods “tourists” would never see. There is so much to see, in fact, all along the way you have to make choices, which is why so many people come back multiple times. Indeed, this is my second Cycle the Erie tour. This is no typical bike tour. In the first place, it is one of the best managed, organized and supported bike tours you will ever experience – the 2017 ride (the 19th annual Cycle the Erie) which coincided with the bicentennial of beginning the building of the Erie Canal, July 4, 1817 - had a record 750 cyclists. The bicentennial of the opening of the Erie Canal will be held in 2025 (I’m already making plans.) Our ride is supported by 90 volunteers and you appreciate each and every one: people who go out and mark the trail for us to follow; truck drivers and baggage handlers; SAG drivers and bikers who are there to help if someone has difficulty on the trail; rest stop crew; food service people; bike repair mechanics; medical nurse; site-set up crew; even a massage therapist and yoga instructor. What is most impressive is how everything seems to be taken into account – texting us with a severe weather alert or some emergency, orientations that let us know what to expect from the trail and what to watch

Cycle the Erie riders in Lockport explore the Flight of Five– the original canal locks that were an engineering marvel. A canal cruise is arranged for the riders. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

out for and what weather conditions to expect, what attractions to look for along the way, the best places to stop off for lunch, the best ice cream stops and trailside breweries, even cycling safety talks (done with great creativity and humor). Shuttle buses are organized to take us from the campsite into town for the evening; they arrange for indoor camping (typically the school gym) as well as Comfy Campers (a service that sets up tent for you, the closest thing to glamping). There are shower trucks to supplement the indoor facilities; access to swimming pools; charging stations. The routes are well marked and signed, and there are as rest stops morning and afternoon with water, snacks and restrooms. Very often the towns and villages set up welcome centers for us on the trail with special snacks and bottles of water that supplement the rest stops. Museums and attractions stay open, early in the morning or into the evening to accommodate us; we get discounts on admissions, shopping and free shipping just by waving our Cycle the Erie wristband. The trail makes for superb cycling – most of the 400 miles are on the dedicated multi-use trail, about 75 miles is on roads (that is, until the trail is completed which is in the works by New York State). Much of the trail is crushed limestone; some of it is more rugged or overgrown (making it challenging when it rains); some is paved. The trail is mostly flat except for where we come off and ride the highway overpasses to get to our campsites, most typically on gorgeous grounds of private schools (which amazingly always seem to be at the top of a hill), and then we get to see neighborhoods that we would otherwise be unlikely to visit. And the people! A trip like this brings like-minded people who enjoy

camping, biking and discovery from across the country and around the world, and who very soon form a whole nomadic tribe. Sitting around tables at breakfast and dinner, or catching up with people on the trail, and finding people who step up to help with setting up a tent or fixing a broken pole, there is this marvelous sense of community and camaraderie. This year’s ride – with the most riders ever – drew people from 36 states including DC, 15 from Canada, as well as from as far away as Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom; the oldest rider was 84 (doing the ride for her 12th time); the youngest was 3, but the youngest selfpowered cyclist was just 8 years old. Three-fourths of us are doing the ride for the first time. There were families, groups like Troop 497 from Baltimore, and lots of solos. One couple rode to the start in Buffalo from Canada and was linking this 400-mile trip to biking down to New York City. The unexpected treat is how fascinating the historic sites are along the way – it is so intellectually and culturally satisfying. In addition to organizing our visits so that attractions stay open for us either early in the morning or into the evening, each day there are lectures or special programs, like music. Every day’s ride – averaging 50 miles a day but as much as 63 - is special in its own way – the sights, the experiences, the ride and its physical challenge. First timers tend to focus on the ride – making sure they can complete the distance (we travel at our own pace). But those who have done the ride before know they will be able to go the distance, so take more time to take in the sights; third timers or more explore even further afield – take that yellow brick road up to the Oz Museum, go for that farm-to-

Fairport community puts out the welcome mat for Cycle the Erie riders © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com

table restaurant for lunch, stop in at the brewery or ice cream shop. This was my second time doing the ride – I did it two years before. There is so much to do – so many attractions and sites and experiences – that I tried as much as possible to do things I hadn’t done on the first ride. And then there is pure serendipity, like weather, which makes a terrific difference in the experience. Knowing what to expect (and that you have done the distance before) gives you the extra confidence to take more time to explore. Registrations have opened for the 2018 ride, the 20th Annual Cycle the Erie bike tour, which will take place July 8-15. (If you don’t want to do all eight-days, 400-miles, they offer two and four-day segments but then you would have to organize getting back to your starting place.) And We’re Off! The tour begins in Buffalo and a good portion of us drive to Albany (I’ve arranged a stay in Saratoga Springs before this ride) where we pull up to the Visitors Center, drop off our gear, then park in the adjacent municipal lot before boarding buses for the five-hour drive to Buffalo, where we camp at the Nichols School, a magnificent private academy. (If you don’t want to set up your own tent, you can sign up for Comfy Campers, a service which sets

up a truly comfortable tent, with air mattress and fresh towel daily; there is also “indoor camping,” typically in the gymnasium at the schools where we stay. There also are recommended bedand-breakfast inns along the way.) Our journey begins on Saturday night before the start of the ride on Sunday, on the campus of the Nichols School, a magnificent private academy in Buffalo, where we have a welcoming reception and gala dinner, and an orientation about the Erie Canal and our route (Those of us who are here early enough can join an optional pretour ride to Niagara Falls and around historic Buffalo, but those of us who have come by bus from Albany arrive just in time to register and enjoy a festive kick-off reception and dinner and orientation meeting.) The Erie Canal was the most successful public works project in America. Despite its cost ($7.7 million, the equivalent of $18 billion today), the opposition to the folly of Governor DeWitt Clinton’s “ditch” (nothing really changes) and the fact that the new nation did not even have the engineers nor the technology to build such a canal when the first shovel was put into the ground in Rome, on July 4, 1817, the canal actually quickly recouped See page D5

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Thanking all of those special women on Mother’s Day! BY CLAIRE LYNCH Over the years I’ve looked around at the women in my life who have been supportive and who have served as role models for me. Some of them were relatives of mine. Others were teachers, friends and co-workers. All made an impression on me. My mother had an identical twin sister, my Aunt Laura, who we saw often. She had three children in Brooklyn and went to work every day in New York City. She always seemed to enjoy her job, taking care of her family and seeing the members of her large extended family every so often. I admired that. I liked seeing the relaxed, easy way they had with each other - and with their spouses. I liked the way they joked around. I remember that my Aunt Laura’s husband, Uncle Stephen, liked to watch Johnny Carson on TV every night and he always told the group about something funny that he or one of Carson’s guests had said and they would all laugh hysterically. In the way she conducted her life Aunt Laura was a role model for me. So was my mother’s other sister, my Aunt Julie, who went to college and graduate school and was a certified nutritionist.

I really admired the fact that while working full-time for the City of New York Aunt Julie went to graduate school part-time until she got her M.S. in Nutrition. She often told us why going to college meant so much to her and very early on, I wanted to go, also. My mother was a strong woman who knew what she wanted in life which was a family and she looked after all of us. My mother had worked a full-time job in Brooklyn before she married my father but once she had her six children she was a fulltime homemaker. Making sure that we all got to school then to our different after school activities and weekend happenings kept her busy. I’ve learned things many times over the years from my mother by the way she handled things. She often used humor to make her point and she would often give us examples of how things could be done better rather than just telling us what to do. She always had a twinkle in her eyes as she made her points so I always knew that she was concerned about our welfare - and that we should get whatever point she was making at the time. If we did our homework every day, See page D6

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Q: My wife and I both turn 66 later this year. (Our birthdays are just two days apart.) I’ve worked all my life and expect to get a full retirement benefit of about $2,600 per month. My wife has been a homemaker all her life and has no Social Security account of her own. So she will only be due a spouse’s benefit on my record. I am thinking of waiting until 70 to claim my benefits, while letting my wife claim her spousal rate now. I am doing this for two reasons. First, to get the 32 percent extra bonus added to both of our Social Security checks. But more importantly, I want to ensure my wife gets a higher widow’s benefit once I am gone. Do you think this is a good idea? A: It certainly is noble and generous of you to consider your wife’s future income when making your retirement decisions. But I’m going to give you some food for thought by comparing what you’d be due by taking benefits at 66 versus waiting until age 70 to file. However, before I do that, I must correct two misconceptions you have about the process. You said you were planning to wait until 70 to file for your own benefits while letting your “wife claim her spousal rate now.” She can’t do that. Or to put that another way, she can’t get any benefits on your record until you are getting benefits yourself. So if you wait until age 70 to file for retirement benefits, she would have to wait until she is 70 to file for spousal benefits. The second mistake you made is thinking that both you and your wife get the extra 32 percent credit added to your benefits. That’s wrong. You get the extra amount at age 70. But your wife’s spousal benefit will be based on your age 66 rate. In other words, when you take benefits at age 70 and get a 132 percent retirement benefit, she will get an amount equal to 50 percent of your age 66 benefit. Although, if you die first, her widow’s benefit will include the extra 32 percent. A wife does not share in her husband’s delayed retirement bonus, but a widow does. So now let’s go over your options. In option one, both you and your wife file for benefits at age 66. You would get $2,600 per month and your wife would get $1,300 per month -- for a total of $3,900 per month. That means in the four years between your 66th and your 70th birthdays, the two of you would get 48 Social Security checks totaling $187,200. (To keep the math simple, I am not going to try to figure future cost-ofliving increases into my examples.) In option two, you follow your current plan -- you wait until you are 70 to start your Social Security checks. With the 32 percent “delayed retirement cred-

it,” you would start getting $3,432 per month. And recalling what I said about your wife getting half of your age 66 rate, she will still get $1,300 monthly. So your combined income would be $4,732. That’s $832 per month more than you get in the first option. But remember, if you go with option two, you will have forfeited $187,200 in benefits between age 66 and 70. It would take you 225 months, or almost 19 years, to make up the money you lost by not going with option one. That makes option one look pretty attractive. But there is another side to that coin. Your wife does come out ahead after you die getting a higher widow’s benefit with option two. She’d get $3,432 in widow’s benefits if you wait until age 70 to file compared with $2,600 if you start your benefits at age 66 using option one. So now you and your wife have to sit down, munch on that for a while, compare the numbers, and decide which way to go. Q: I am 65 and started getting my own Social Security about three months ago. I just learned my ex-wife, who owned her own realty company and made big bucks, has recently retired and signed up for her Social Security. Can I now suspend my Social Security checks and then apply for husband’s benefits on her record and save mine until I’m 70 to get the 32 percent bonus? By the way, neither my wife nor I ever remarried. A: No, you can’t do that. If you had waited until age 66 before applying for any Social Security benefits, at that time you could have applied for spousal benefits and then saved your own until 70. But you still have a chance to do something. Anyone who files for Social Security benefits has up to 12 months to change his or her mind. In other words, you could withdraw your retirement claim. As part of that bargain, you would have to repay all the benefits you’ve received so far. Then when you turn 66, you could file a claim for divorced husband’s benefits on your wife’s Social Security record. You would get an amount equal to onehalf of her full retirement rate. You would get that until age 70, when you could re-file for your own retirement benefits and get the extra 32 percent added to your full retirement amount. So think about all of that. Do you think it is worth it to withdraw your current claim, repay all benefits you’ve already received, wait about a year, and then file for the smaller husband’s rate on your wife’s Social Security record and live on that for four years -- all to get an extra 32 percent added to your retirement benefits when you are 70? Q: I am about to turn 62 and I just heard some shocking news. I

was told that if I have more than $2,000 in the bank, then I will not be eligible for the SSI retirement benefits I’ve worked for all my life! Is this true? A: This is yet another example of people mixing up two entirely separate government programs: Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. The former pays retirement and disability benefits to people who have worked and paid taxes into the system, as well as benefits to their dependents

and survivors. The latter is a welfare program that pays a small monthly stipend to elderly or disabled people who are very poor. The $2,000 liquid asset limit applies to people getting SSI. You could have a million dollars in the bank and still get your Social Security checks. If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas.margenau@ comcast.net. COPYRIGHT 2018 CREATORS.COM

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Cycle the Erie: 400 Miles & 400 Years Flow By on Canalway Bike Tour Across New York State C ontinued from page D3 its investment. In fact, the original canal only lasted until 1836, when it was essentially rebuilt and expanded, and then again, by President Theodore Roosevelt who redirected and replaced the Modern Barge canal altogether in 1903. No longer a “mom and pop”

Albany trail, but to create a new northsouth trail, the Empire State Trail, that will link New York City to the Canadian border – 750 miles of off-road trails all together. This would be the longest state ‘shared use’ trail in nation. Blue paint along our route points the way to a historical/attraction (for example, the Buffalo Niagara Heritage

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Village); orange paint on road shows us the way to bike to our destination. There are markers before and after each turn. We reach a rest stop at 17 miles before coming into Lockport. This day brings us into Lockport, where they have arranged for anyone who wants, a free 1 ½-hour-long cruise on the canal through two locks. Here in Lockport, you get to see in the most compressed amount of space, the entire history of the Canal, with the original Flight of Five locks just See page D6

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for example, it would help us learn the lessons our teachers were trying to teach us. If we put our clothes away and kept our rooms clean then our things wouldn’t pile up. My mother, my two aunts and my grandmother looked after my Uncle Douglas who was the baby of their family. They protected him and looked out for him but they gave him enough space to grow and flourish. That’s what family is for. My cousin, Donna, who is the oldest of my brothers, sisters and cousins, always has something exciting going on. She is 13 yearsolder than I. She is extroverted and peppy and always interested in doing something new. Whether we went shopping together or danced around to some Elvis songs or some Beatles’ songs in her parents’ living room along with other people, Donna had a motherly way of keeping her eye on me to make sure that everything was okay. I saw a lot of Donna when we all lived in Brooklyn but when my family moved to Rockville Centre when I was six years old she made a point to keep in touch with me. She phoned my house often when I was in elementary school and high school to see what I was up to and I always liked hearing about what she was doing because it always seemed so exciting and glamorous. Her wedding in Brooklyn when I was 11 was one of the first ones I went to and remember vividly. That wedding was a fun time for all of us who went, one that we will always have memories of. A tall, thin person with long-flowing black hair, my cousin, Donna, always looked very glamorous like Audrey Hepburn or other Hollywood movie stars. It seemed to me that Donna always wore the latest, most stylish clothes. I looked up to her for her glamour and as a trend setter but when I mentioned that to her later, when I was all grown up, she just laughed off my compliment. She seemed glad, however, that I had noticed her outfits and her sense of fashion. After Donna got married and she and her husband moved to Suffolk County, she ended up having a son then twin girls so all these years my family has continued with the “twins” stories and anecdotes. I never saw Donna light up as much as on the day she had her twin girls. Even though my relatives got married and spread out geographically, they made sure that they got together to see everyone not just on the holidays but at other times, too. On this special holiday, on Mother’s Day which is on May 13, I think not just of my own relatives but of all of the women in my neighborhood where

I grew up. They looked out for the kids. In the 1960s and 1970s many women stayed home, like June Cleaver on “Leave It to Beaver,” and they believed that being a good homemaker meant looking out for other people in the neighborhood and the community as well as within their own families. I remember Mrs. Murphy, my next door neighbor who not only welcomed the Lynch family to the block when our moving van and car pulled up to our new house and two adults and six kids got out. What a surprise! Still, her first thought was that her children would have other children to play with since we were all more or less the same ages. Her second thought was for herself, that she might have just met a new friend in someone her own age, in my mother. That friendship lasted for more than 40 years. Mrs. Murphy had dinner on the table every night at 6 p.m., helped her kids with their schoolwork every afternoon and kept an eye on when we neighborhood kids got a game of baseball going in front of her house on summer evenings. But even more than that, I loved her for letting me sleep over at her house because one of her daughters, Nicole, was my best friend as a kid and we were pretty inseparable. Whenever the Murphys invited me to have dinner with their family and stay overnight, Mrs. Murphy always seemed to make my favorite dinner and dessert. We spent entire summer days together reading good books outside hoping for a breeze. Then we would discuss what we had read. Afterwards, her older brother, Rick, always used to tease us about looking like a couple of librarians with our noses in the books. Nicole and I also spent a lot of time talking about horses which was Nicole’s favorite subject. As a youngster of six, seven and eight I didn’t know much about them but I read up about horses pretty quickly so I would understand what Nicole was talking about. I learned the terms stallions, mares, fillies, etc. I read what bridle, cantor and gallop meant. I was a kid from Brooklyn so I wasn’t fully up to speed on the subject – but I learned. Going horseback riding was always Nicole’s top priority. She would save her birthday money or holiday money and when she was ready, Nicole would call to make a reservation to go riding at the local stables. Nicole and her siblings still remember and still kid me about which dinner really, really was my favorite one. My reaction? What a memory! Sometimes neighbors’ memories are funny memories. I think of my down the block neighbor, Mrs. Taylor, who was the mother of my good friend, Patty. She helped pick

me up and dust me off when I was nine and fell while playing a game with the other kids at the bus stop. I skinned both knees badly and, bruised and bleeding, Mrs. Taylor took me inside her home to clean me up and bandage me up before the yellow school bus came so that I could go to school as usual. I think of Mrs. Anderson who baked a cake for Peggy, one of our neighborhood friends whose birthday was the next day. She showed a few of us girls how to bake the cake from scratch (before that I used boxed cake mixes) and with all of our chatting and all of the excitement of baking I spilled some chocolate frosting on the front of my blouse. I said, “Oh-oh!” Mrs. Anderson saw the goppy mess and quickly gave me one of her daughter’s T-shirts to wear while she ran my blouse through her washing machine. We put the finishing touches on the birthday cake and the next day it was a hit with Peggy. That day Mrs. Anderson didn’t make me feel bad for dropping the chocolate frosting on my blouse. She just fixed the problem and we were on our way. On this special day I think of the teachers who were the most influential on me. I think about Mrs. Collins, my high school English teacher in Rockville Centre, Mrs. Collins, who seemed to have it all. I’ll always remember how her eyes lighted up whenever we were in class and she read parts of some books by Nathaniel Hawthorne such as “The Scarlet Letter” and some poems by William Carlos Williams such as “The

Red Wheelbarrow.” I could tell that she loved literature – as well as diagramming sentences like most other English teachers – and she loved her family, too. In time I found out that she had her challenges in life but I always liked the fact that she always seemed to genuinely love what she was doing. I could go on and on about all of the women and mothers who have had an impact on me but I will stop here. Mother’s Day is an unusual holiday for me in that I am not a mother. Still, I celebrate and honor all of the mothers I know who are so dedicated to their families and to helping other people. I learn from their unselfish examples every day. From them I have learned patience, empathy, tolerance and understanding. I learned how to be caring and how to be supportive of others. I retired recently after working in an elementary school for several years and having other women as role models helped me tremendously as I did my job and looked after the well-being of the students in my school. Whenever we had lockdowns, lockouts and fire drills I felt protective of my students and was always concerned about their welfare. On this Mother’s Day I stop and salute all of those women who help others every day so unselfishly. I thank them for everything they do and I would like to remind them about how much of a difference they make in the lives of others. Happy Mother’s Day to all!

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Cycle the Erie 400 Miles & 400 Years Flow By C ontinued from page D5 next to modern locks (the only place where there is a double lock, one after another), combined with the story how the Erie Canal spurred America’s industrialization. The 20th Annual Cycle the Erie Canal ride is scheduled July 8 – 15, 2018 (www.ptny.org/canaltour). In the meantime, you can cycle the trail on your own - detailed info and interactive map is at the ptny.org site (www.ptny. org/bikecanal), including suggested lodgings. For more information on Cycle the Erie Canal, contact Parks & Trails New York at 518-434-1583 or visit www.ptny.org. Information is also available from the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, Waterford, NY 12188, 518-237-

7000, www.eriecanalway.org. More information about traveling on the Erie Canal is available from New York State Canal Corporation, www. canals.ny.gov. Next: Lockport & the Flight of Five _____________________________ © 2018 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear.com, www.huffingtonpost.com/author/karenrubin & travelwritersmagazine.com/ TravelFeaturesSyndicate/. Blogging at goingplacesnearandfar. wordpress.com & moralcompasstravel. info. Send comments or questions to FamTravLtr@aol.com. Tweet @ TravelFeatures. ‘Like’ us at facebook. com/NewsPhotoFeatures

Bike Expo New York (May 4-5) Relocated to Pier 12, Brooklyn; Venue to Pick up Packets for TD 5 Boro Bike Tour After six years at Basketball City, Bike Expo New York, the largest bike show on the East Coast, is moving to Pier 12 in Brooklyn New York, on May 4 (10 am to 8 pm) and May 5 (9 am to 6 pm). Less than a month before the event, Bike New York announced it had to move the Bike Expo New York due to unexpected maintenance at Pier 36 which prevented the nonprofit from obtaining a permit to hold the event at Basketball City, where the event has taken place for six years. “It’s no small undertaking to move an event that draws more than 60,000 people from all over the world, especially in this short a timeframe,” said Ken Podziba, President & CEO of Bike New York. “However, we are encouraged by all that Pier 12 has to offer and we will make every effort to ensure that the quality and experience of Bike Expo New York will be what our attendees and exhibitors have come to expect over the past six years.” The venue is accessible by public transportation, including subway, bus, and ferry; the ferry docks on site. It’s an 8-mile, 45-minute bike ride from Penn Station to Pier 12 (Clinton Wharf, Brooklyn, NY 11231). NYC Ferry operates between Wall Street / Pier 11 in lower Manhattan and Red Hook / Pier 12. (Check the schedule here; note that the Ferry has strict limits on the number of bikes aboard each boat and runs only once an hour on Saturday; plan accordingly and expect a longer wait.) Bike valet and car parking will be available, and there are several Citi Bike docking stations nearby.(see www. bike.nyc/events/bike-expo-new-york) The Expo, which is free and open to the public, also serves as the rider packet pick-up location for the TD Five Boro Bike Tour Presented by REI, which takes place on Sunday, May 6; like the Tour, the event benefits Bike New York, New York City’s leading bike education nonprofit. Among the 100-plus exhibitors are top bike, gear, and apparel brands, tourism companies, bike event organizers, advocacy groups, and many others dedicated to active lifestyles. In addition to exhibitor booths, Bike Expo New York is packed with programming for casual and serious cyclists alike, including a fashion show, how-to demonstrations, and competitions. The Expo will also feature a beer garden, beer samples from New Belgium Brewing, food trucks, and amazing views of Manhattan, Governors Island, and the Statue of Liberty. The TD Five Boro Bike Tour – which caps participation at 32,000 – is the largest noncompetitive bike tour in

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Some 32,000 riders line up for the start of the TD Five Boro Bike Tour Presented by REI, the largest noncompetitive bike tour in North America, a 40-mile route that gives an incomparable view of New York City’s neighborhoods. This year’s Bike Expo New York, where participants pick up their packets, takes place on May 4 and 5 at Pier 12 in Brooklyn; the bike tour takes place on Sunday, May 6. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com North America. It is remarkable to consider that the first ride in 1977 had just 250 participants. The annual event raises money for bike education – 17,000 people a year learn how to ride, the largest free biking education program in the country. Bike New York operates bike education centers, after school programs, summer camps, and last year launched a Women’s Initiative, as well as a membership program. The ride is designed to be a family friendly tour, not a competition, appealing to cyclists of all abilities and ages – indeed, you see all manners of cycles. A pace car keeps the speed down, and keep it safe, and there are support vehicles to assist. The 40-mile route embraces all five boroughs – and each shows off its pride and character with street entertainment. There are also wellpositioned rest stops along the way which have a festive atmosphere. For more information about Bike New York visit www.bike.nyc. © 2018 Travel Features Syndicate, a division of Workstyles, Inc. All rights reserved. Visit goingplacesfarandnear.com, www.huffingtonpost.com/author/karenrubin & travelwritersmagazine.com/ TravelFeaturesSyndicate/. Blogging at goingplacesnearandfar. wordpress.com & moralcompasstravel. info. Send comments or questions to FamTravLtr@aol.com. Tweet @

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ACCOUNTING ASSISITANT GARDEN CITY Full Time, Mon-Fri, 9am5pm $20/hour. Prepare bank reconciliations, other accounting functions. Email resume: employeemailbox8020@gmail. com

GARDEN CITY DENTAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Garden City dental practice dedicated to outstanding customer service and clinical excellence seeks administrator with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in helping others. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, a collaborative work style, a positive attitude, a professional manner and a strong work ethic. Other essential characteristics include: attention to detail, proficiency in prioritizing responsibilities, confidence in problem-solving, superb organizational skills and an ability to self-motivate. Practical requirements include previous experience with: a clinical dental role (dental assisting or dental hygiene) with solid clinical understanding, dental insurance benefits and claim submission, processing insurance, patient payments and schedule management. If you are looking for a premier practice with a great family-oriented team, send your resume to: gcsmiledoc@gmail.com

ADMIN ASSISTANT GARDEN CITY Full Time, Mon-Fri, 9am5pm Heavy data entry/admin tasks. Email resume: employeemailbox8020@gmail. com ASSISTANT / B OOKKEEPER: 6-8 hours per week. $12 per hour. Good with numbers. Familiar with internet. Will train. 516-365-2689 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to VP wanted for a midsize construction steel subcontractor’s satellite office located in Albertson. Responsible for day to day activities such as mail, email, phones, bills, errands, collections, etc. Should have 5 years prior office experience especially working with Excel, Word and Quickbooks. Follow up on bids and some property management activities also required. 9am-3pm. M-F with some flexibility. Must be Notary. Email resume to ralph@strocchia.com or call 516-625-8800

FINANCIAL ASSISTANT P/T Boutique financial firm in Floral Park seeks office assistant with knowledge of industry and some office experience. $13-$15 /hour, 20 hours/week—make your own schedule. Opportunity for growth! Email resume to: CFOWealthAdvisors@gmail. com

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OFFICE ASSISTANT: Williston Park, duties include phone, billing, invoices, estimates and contracts. Customer service oriented. Must be motivated and fast learner. Hours Monday thru Friday 12-5pm. Please email resume to: elisa@elitesyntheticsurfaces. com

ELDER CARE: Woman seeking position caring for the elderly. Available to live out and work nights or overnights as well. Over 20 years experience including in nursing home. References furnished upon request. Call V 516-9433172 OR 516-576-4736

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SITUATION WANTED A NURSES AIDE/COMPANION SEEKING position to take care of your elderly loved one. Experience and very good references. Live in or out. Driver. Light housekeeping, shopping, doctor appointments, etc. Please call 516-353-9686

BABYSITER/ CHILDCARE AVAILABLE June-August. University of Scranton Senior Nursing Student. Loving, Athletic, Reliable, CPR certified, Garden City Resident. Own Transportation. References upon request. Call Brianna 516-670-2798

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THE ANDY FOUNDATION YARD SALE SHOP An eclectic selection of furniture, home decor, jewelry, china, artwork, antiques, housewares. New donations daily 195 Herricks Rd Garden City Park, NY 11040 Tues—Sat 10am-4pm 516-739-1717 info@theandyfoundation.org Proceeds benefit The Andy Foundation

CAR DETAILING done at your home, includes cleaning of interior, vacuuming. Very reasonable. Please call 516-373-5928

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TAG SALE *BROWSE *SHOP *CONSIGN A.T. STEWART EXCHANGE CONSIGNMENT SHOP China, Silver, Crystal, Jewelry, Artwork, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles Tues-Fri 10-4 Sat 12-4 Every Tuesday: 10% Senior Citizen Discount. All proceeds benefit The Garden City Historical Society 109 Eleventh Street Garden City 11530 516-746-8900 email: store@atstewartexchange.org www.gardencityhistoricalsociety. org MALVERNE Saturday & Sunday May 5th & May 6th 10am—4pm 120 Park Blvd (Off Ocean Ave) Contents of old home. Antique, unique furniture, chandeliers, household, bronze items, costume jewelry, good clothing, bric a brac, Christmas items, outdoor furniture, children’s antique iron bed. Something for Everyone!!

GARAGE SALE GARDEN CITY Saturday May 5th 9am to 4pm 134 Roosevelt Street Lots of goodies! Something for everyone!

PETS PET SERVICES A GARDEN CITY ANIMAL LOVER doesn’t want to leave your precious pooch or fantastic feline alone all day. I’m reliable, dependable and will walk and feed your pet while you work or travel. Please call Cheryl at 516-971-3242

DO YOU HATE KENNELS? OR STRANGERS IN YOUR HOUSE? HOME AWAY FROM HOME will care for your dog in my Garden City home while you are away. Dog walking also available. Pet CPR & first Aid Certified. Numerous referrals and references. Limited availability. Book early! Annmarie 516-775-4256 K9 Monk, LLC Located in Garden City, NY, K9 Monk, LLC is a full service pet care company who is committed to providing the very best care to your dog’s well-being by using cutting edge professional dog grooming, day care, overnight boarding, private training and energy healing techniques. 516-382-5553 thek9monk@gmail.com www.facebook.com/k9monk www.k9monk.com

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CLASSIC CAR! 1983 Datsun 280ZX, 57,000 miles, 6 cylinder, 2.8 liter, automatic, audible warning system, T-Tops, silver with grey velour bucket seats, meticulously maintained, many extras. Asking $15,500. 516-5327227

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REAL ESTATE FOR RENT APARTMENT FOR RENT GARDEN CITY BORDER APARTMENT: Spacious, bright 2 bedroom with dining area, gated parking, laundry, A/C, dishwasher, hardwood floors. NO BROKER FEE, near LIRR, $1,725 + electric. Available May 1 www.gcbapts.com or 516-742-1101 RENTALS Three Rooms. 1 Bed. EIK. Wood Floors, Parking. May 1, $2,300 Large Five Rooms. 2 Bed, FDR, EIK, 5 Closets, Wood Floors, Immediate $2,750 Garden City Properties (516)746-1563 / (516)3138504

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SEASONAL RENTAL STUART, FLORIDA VISTA DEL LAGO Building 25 Unit 10 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths Fully furnished 3 month minimum at $1300/month 4 months or more $1200/month Call 516-746-1858 SHINNECOCK HILLS: Tranquil & Calming. 2/3 Bedrooms, 2 Bath Home on Shinnecock Bay. Season $28,000. Monthly available. SHINNECOCK BAY: Charming 1 Bedroom Cottage on Shinnecock Bay. Season $15,000. Monthly available. Contact: Anluholdings@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE PORT WASHINGTON: For sale or rent. 1500 sf office space with full basement. Currently a dental office. Office includes large reception area, 7 partitioned rooms, parking for 8 cars adjacent to PW train station. second floor 400 sf tenant occupied office. First floor ideal for attorney, account, medical, dental. 516-426-6425

CONDO/CO-OP FOR SALE GARDEN CITY Large One Bedroom Condo in the heart of downtown Garden City. This 800 sq ft Condo boasts newly finished Hardwood Floors, Dining Room, brand new Bathroom & Kitchen with d/w. Low maintenance & taxes. By owner — n o broker. $569,000 Call: 646-499-1684

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BAITING HOLLOW Sunday 5/6 1:00pm to 3:00pm 36 Beach Way Soundfront! Escape to this Dreamy Beachfront Cottage, Beautiful Sandy Beach! Extraordinary Sunsets & Sunrises. Unpretentious & Casual. Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Wine Country, Close to Tanger Mall & Restaurants. Your Simple Summer Lifestyle Begins Here. You won’t want to leave! $699,000 Reduced! MLS#2966305 Colony Realty, 631-722-5800 BAITING HOLLOW Sunday 5/6 11:00am—1:00pm 701 Bluffs Drive Soundfront Condo With Panoramic Views. Amazing Sunsets. 2016 Total Renovation Heat, New Windows, Granite Kitchen, Insulation, CAC, Baths & Hardwood Floors. 2 BRs, 2 Baths. Amenities Pool, Tennis & Beach. $539,900 MLS #2998783 Colony Realty 631-722-5800 JAMESPORT Saturday 5/5 12:00pm—3:00pm 874 Peconic Bay Blvd New Construction! Modern Contemporary. 3000+ sf Private 2.49 Acres Country Wooded Setting. Nature Lovers Setting. Step Away from the Whirlwind & Rewind in Your Modern Retreat. Large Master Br/2 Spacious Walk in Closets. Close to Beaches, Gold, Wineries, Vineyards, Boating & Fabulous North Fork Restaurants. $799,000 MLS 3022237 Colony Realty 631722-5800 JAMESPORT Saturday 5/5 1:00pm to 3:00pm 703 Herricks Lane Stunning 3500sf Victorian. Private landscaped setting on 1 acre. 4 BRs & 3.5 Baths. 2 Master Bedroom Suites. Large EIK, Formal LR, Formal DR, Family Room/fireplace. Geothermal Heat, Central Air and Solar panels. Finished Basement. 3 Car Garage. Must See! $949,000. Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516-658-2623

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LAUREL Sunday 5/6 1:00pm to 3:00pm 2780 Peconic Bay Blvd 2 STORY W/ BAY VIEWS 200’ to Deeded Sandy Bay Beach. 4 BRs, 3.5 Baths. LR/Fireplace, Family Room/Fireplace, FDR & Kitchen. Full Basement, 2 Car Garage, HW Floors & CAC. New Roof, Heat, Hot Water Heater & Newly Painted Exterior. $910,000 Colony Realty, Carll Austin 516658-2623

SERVICES ** EVON’S SERVICES ** HOME HEALTH AIDES ELDER CARE CHILD CARE AND MORE! We offer the following services: Companions, Home Health Aides/Elder Care Child Care and Housekeeping Laborers Days / Nights Live In or Live Out NO FEE TO EMPLOYERS Call: 516-505-5510 CHILDCARE STARS & ANGELS For precious little ones. NYS licensed. Staff is CDA, Infant & Children Certified. Child Care Professionals Small groups in home setting. Provide exceptional individual attention & plenty of TLC. Indoor & outdoor activities in park like fenced in yard. Walk to Merillon train station. We provide organic foods for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Educational age appropriate activities. 7:00 am—6:00 pm with weekend & extended hours available. Spring Special $60/day Visit www.snadaycare.com or for more information or to schedule a tour call 516-873-1853 DISH NETWORK Satellite Television Services. Now over 190 channels for ONLY $59.99/ mo! 2yr price guarantee. FREE installation. FREE streaming. More of what you want! Save HUNDREDS over Cable and DIRECTV. Add Internet as low as $14.95/mo! 1-800-943-0838

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS AMBIANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES *Handyman & Remodeling *Kitchen Installations *Furniture Assembly *Finish Carpentry *Minor Electrical & Plumbing 25year GC Resident Lic & Ins H18E2170000 Call BOB 516-741-2154 GEM BASEMENT DOCTOR: One stop for all your home improvement needs! Basement, bathroom & kitchen remodeling, carpentry, crown & decorative molding, closets, doors, decking, painting, roofing, siding, sheetrock, windows. 516-623-9822 Help your local economy and save money with Solar Power! Solar Power has a strong Return on Investment, Free Maintenance, Free Quote. Simple Reliable Energy with No out of pocket costs. Call 800-6780569

LAMPS FIXED $65 In home service. Handy Howard. 646-996-7628 MASONRY All types of stonework Pavers, Retaining Walls, Belgium Block Patios, Foundations, Seal coating, Concrete and Asphalt driveways, Sidewalks, Steps. Free Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured #H2219010000 Boceski Masonry Louie 516-850-4886

ROOF LEAKS REPAIRED All types Roofing & flashing repairs, aluminum trim work and Gutter Clean Outs. Nassau Lic# H1859520000. B.C. Roofing & Siding, Inc. Text or call: 516-983-0860 SKY CLEAR WINDOW INC. Window Restorations, Outdated Hardware, skylights, Andersen Sashes, new storm windows, wood windows, chain / rope repairs, falling windows, fogged panes, mechanical repairs, wood repairs, restorations, all brands. Call Mr. Fagan, 45 years experience. 631-385-7975 www.skyclearwindow.com rob@skyclearwindow.com

PAINTING & PAPERHANGING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING Plastering, Taping, Sheetrock Skim Cutting, Old Wood Refinish, Staining, Wallpaper Removal & Hanging, Paint Removal, Power Washing, Wood Replacement JOHN MIGLIACCIO Licensed & Insured #80422100000 Call John anytime: 516-901-9398 (Cell) 516-483-3669 (Office)

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TUTORING MATH, PHYSICS, SAT/ACT TUTOR Adjunct professor Calculus I, II. Algebra, Trig, AP & Pre-Calc, IB, NYS Certified, highly experienced. Call Mr G 516-787-1026 MATH, SAT, ACT TUTOR: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 plus Trig, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus. Norm 625-3314 ENGLISH, ACT, SAT TUTOR: 25+ year experience Critical Reading, Writing, Grammar, Essays. Lynne 625-3314 PRIVATE TUTORING FOR GRADES K-6 Give your child a helping hand! Licensed NYC / NYS Dept of Education teacher available to tutor students grades K-6. Contact Audrey Sullivan, M.S.Ed 347-628-8872 (voice/text) seguenow@aol.com

MICHELANGELO PAINTING & WALLPAPER Interior, Exterior, Plaster / INSTRUCTION Spackle, Light Carpentry, Decorative Moldings & Power PIANO LESSONS Washing. Call: 516-328-7499 By Ira Baslow. Experience the joy of playing the piano. Private lessons in your home, free no-obligation piano lesson, all levels, all styles, all ages. Beginners a specialty. 516-312-1054 www.iwantmypianolessons. com

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU LNV CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST ALLISON ALBERT, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated August 03, 2016 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, on May 22, 2018 at 11:30AM, premises known as 106 IRA ROAD, SYOSSET, NY 11791. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Syosset, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION 15, BLOCK 105, LOT 0008. Approximate amount of judgment $523,429.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment for Index# 851/2012. Francis X. Mcquade Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 SYO 4173 4X 04/20,27,05/04,11 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF MICHAEL KAUFER, SLP & AUDIOLOGY, PLLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on April, 17, 2018. Office location: Nassau County SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The Post Office address to which the SSNY shall mail copy of any process against the PLLC served upon him is at 18 Evelyn Drive, Syosset NY 11791. The principal business address of the PLLC is 18 Evelyn Drive, Syosset NY 11791. SYO 4174 6X 04/27,05/04,11,18,25,06/01 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Plaintiff -againstKimberly Ott a/k/a Kimberly A. Ott, Seth Ott a/k/a Seth L. Ott, People of the State of New York, Citibank, N.A., Kleet Lumber Co. Inc. Jordan Ott Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of fore-

LEGAL NOTICES closure and sale entered on November 14, 2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at IN THE CALENDAR CONTROL PART (CCP) COURTROOM OF THE SUPREME COURT, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NEW YORK 11501 on May 29, 2018 at 11:30 AM premises known as 39 Joyce Lane, Woodbury, NY 117972124. ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Woodbury, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of NASSAU and State of New York. Section: 15 Block: 175 Lot: 30 & 106 Approximate amount of lien $ 509,151.32 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment Index # 008310/2013 Luigi De Vito, Esq., REFEREE STEIN, WIENER AND ROTH, L.L.P., ATTORNEYS FOR THE PLAINTIFF ONE OLD COUNTRY ROAD, SUITE 113 CARLE PLACE, NY 11514 DATED: April 19, 2018 FILE #: WELLS 69944 SYO 4177 4X 04/27,05/04,11,18 STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. ARLENE LANGAN, JOHN DOE, et al., Defendants NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on December 18, 2017, I, the Referee appointed by substitute referee order on May 29, 2018, will sell in one parcel at public auction on May 29, 2018 at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, County of Nassau, State of New York, at 11:30 A.M., the premises described as follows: 24 Wood Lane Levittown, NY 11756 SBL No.: 51-179-9 ALL THAT TRACT OF PARCEL OF LAND situate in Levittown, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York The premises are sold subject

to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 16-005136 in the amount of $581,218.40 plus interest and costs. Kathryn E. Assini, Esq. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Plaintiff’s Attorney 700 Crossroads Building, 2 State St. Rochester, New York 14614 Tel.: 855-227-5072 SYO 4179 4X 04/27,05/04,11,18 PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Article III, Section 246-18-E of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on MAY 10, 2018, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL NO. 18-201 SYOSSET CATHERINE WELFER: (A) Variance to construct two story addition and cellar entrance having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to construct cellar entrance having less aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Amend Specific Plan as presented for Appeal No. 17-474 and granted by Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated November 2, 2017. S/s/o Corin Ct., 70 ft. W/o Peg Pl., a/k/a 2 Corin Court, Syosset, NY APPEAL NO. 18-202 SYOSSET GEORGE MIFSUD: (A) Variance to allow existing raised terrace having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing roofed over patio exceeding maximum building coverage than permitted by Ordinance. (C) Variance to allow existing roofed over patio and raised terrace exceeding maximum gross floor area than permitted by Ordinance. E/s/o Azalea Dr., 229.42 ft. S/o Lilac Dr., a/k/a 24 Azalea Drive, Syosset, NY APPEAL NO. 18-124 SYOSSET

STEVE GORMAN: (A) Variance to allow existing rear deck having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. (B) Variance to allow existing shed having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance. S/s/o Coventry Rd., 268.69 ft. E/o Westminster Rd., a/k/a 9 Coventry Road, Syosset, NY APRIL 30, 2018 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK SYO 4180 1X 05/04 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT OF NASSAU COUNTY U.S. Bank, National Association as Trustee for WAMU Mortgage Pass Through Certificate for WMALT Series 2007-OA3 Trust, Plaintiff against Tho Nguyen, et al Defendants Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP 1400 Old Country Road, Suite C103, Westbury, NY 11590 Attorney (s) for Plaintiff (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale Entered November 29, 2017 I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the Calendar Control Part (CCP) 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, New York, 11501 on June 5, 2018 at 11:30 AM. Premises known as 318 Syosset Woodbury Road a/k/a, 318 Woodbury Road, Woodbury, NY 11797. Sec 14. Block D Lot 779. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Syosset, in the Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $2,501,078.64 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 000354/13. Alexandria Kaminski, Esq., Referee SPSNY304 SYO 4181 4X 05/04,11,18,25 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF MINTAX SERVICE COMPANY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with SSNY on 03/26/18. Office location Nassau. SSNY is designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC at 43 Evelyn Ln. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

SYO 4182 6X 05/04,11,18,25,06/01,08 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2004-NC8 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004NC8, Plaintiff, Against CHETAN SATI, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered on 3/12/2018, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, in the Calendar Control Part (CCP) Courtroom of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, on 6/5/2018 at 11:30 am, premises known as 2 Michael Road, Syosset, NY 11791, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being near Hicksville, Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 12 Block 445 Lot 11 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $884,612.75 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 3204/2015. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Janine Lynam, Esq., Referee. Leopold & Associates, PLLC, 80 Business Park Drive, Suite 110, Armonk, NY 10504 Dated: 4/25/2018 PB SYO 4183 4X 05/04,11,18,25

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Some Irish Thoughts BY BOB MORGAN, JR. As this is written, I am on a flight back home back from a weeklong vacation in Ireland. For most of the trip, I stayed near Killucan in County Westmeath, about 40 miles west of Dublin, although the final day was spent in Dublin sampling pub life. Here are some random thoughts and observations. Although Ireland is significantly more cosmopolitan than it was a generation ago (there’s a more ethnically diverse population and you can easily find Asian and other foreign cuisines almost everywhere), much of the nation retains a country ambiance. Even places fairly close to Dublin, are still pretty rural. For example, for the first time in my life, I was awakened to the sound of sheep baaing, a sound (I learned) that has different tones depending on the age of the animal. Not surprisingly fresh lamb is a staple of dinner tables in the area. Consistent with the rural lifestyle, equine pursuits are quite important. Many young people like to ride and keeping a horse is relatively inexpensive. I visited a farm where my host was raising yearlings for sale in a few months (they were all running together in the fields) as well as boarding some older horses, including a mare in foal. Interest in horse racing is very widespread, with at least one television in a pub tuned in to a racing channel and the bartender willing to place wagers with the local betting service. I went to two days of the Punchestown racing festival, a premier meet for steeplechase and hurdle jumpers in a very out of the way part of County Kildare. The Punchestown crowds were huge, with a lively gathering of over 25,000 attendees on a Thursday and 33,000 on a Friday. It was a pretty upscale event, with much champagne flowing, and many of the people, both men and women, quite dressed up. The Irish are almost obsessed with the weather, talking about very frequently. This fixation is somewhat excusable in light of the extremely fickle weather patterns. It is very common for a day, or even

short period within a day, to have intervals of sun, clouds and rain. Because Ireland is frequently cold and damp, many of the Irish crave being in the sun far more than most Americans do. A ritual somewhat unique to Ireland is the singsong. After a meal has been completed at a dinner party, the participants frequently stay at the table and each perform songs in turn. I ended up at one of these musical gatherings, which went on for hours. I can’t say that I particularly added to the overall talent level, but a number of the guests, perhaps used to events of this type, had good voices and performance styles, typically belting out heartfelt renditions of traditional Irish ballads. Despite an ongoing debate on legalized abortion (a hotly contested referendum is scheduled for May 25), Ireland, especially outside of Dublin, remains a very Catholic place. I was invited to a First Communion Mass at the cathedral in Mullingar, the largest town in Westmeath. The huge cathedral was absolutely packed with the young communicants and their families. I was quite surprised to learn that the Mass I attended was followed by another First Communion Mass. All over town that afternoon you could see the celebrations of this religious milestone, something you would be unlikely to see elsewhere. The Irish are quite interested in the United States. Part of this is because so many of the Irish emigrated to the United States, leaving relatives at home. I was constantly reciting the story of my grandparents’ emigration and how my maternal grandmother was unable to obtain tickets on the Titanic. I can’t say that President Trump is particularly popular, but the Irish seem to like Americans and generally treat Americans well. The Irish way of life isn’t the same as ours, which is just fine with most people there. But a trip to the the country affords an American visitor many interesting and useful perspectives and experiences.

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Learn to Play Canasta Jacqui Palatnik will introduce you to this wonderful card game that is making a big comeback. Canasta is played with a partner. Bring a friend or make new ones. Those anxious to brush up on their skills are also welcome. Space is limited. Cost: $20.00 per person (Non-refundable). Register online or at the Circulation Desk.

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Movie: In Search of Israeli Cuisine (Documentary) It may be surprising to learn that a major culinary revolution is taking place in Israel – a country so frequently associated with political drama. In just thirty years, Israel has gone from having no fine food to call its own to a cuisine that is world-renowned. Not Rated. 1 hour, 36 minutes.

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Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney. Meet one of the most fascinating and successful advertising women as she gives us her personal tour of New York City in this witty, heartfelt ode to a city. Listeners are welcome!

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Great Performers with Marc Courtade Henry Fonda: Prolific American Hero Henry Fonda was a film and stage actor for five decades. In 1940, he became a star with his performance as Tom Joad in The Grapes of Wrath. He exemplified a man of honesty and decency in more than 100 films including The Ox-Bow Incident and 12 Angry Men. Fonda won an Academy Award for his final film, On Golden Pond. Among his major theater credits were roles in Mister Roberts and Two for the Seesaw. He is the patriarch of a family of famous actors: his children, Jane and Peter, and grandchildren, Bridget Fonda and Troy Garity. This talk will show why he is still regarded as one of the top male stars of all time.

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Friday, May 4, 2018

International Night at Robbins Lane School

Proudly representing Japan!

Robbins Lane Elementary PTA hosted its 2nd Annual International Night on March 23rd. The night was full of pride, spirit and energy as parents and children dressed in their traditional clothing and shared wonderful performances. The represented countries

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At the corner of Bowling Green Drive and Westley Road in Westbury, a 25-year-old man from that town was arrested and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on April 12th at 2:20AM. n

At Winthrop Hospital, located on 1st Street in Mineola, unknown subjects removed a victim’s ring from the locker room sometime between 6AM and 2:45PM on April 12th. n

Unlawful Possession of Marijuana was the charge brought against two 17-year-old males from West Hempstead, when they were arrested at the corner of Wilson Street and Madison Avenue in West Hempstead at 3:55PM on April 12th. n

Driving While Intoxicated was the charge brought against a 37-yearold man from Brooklyn, when he was arrested on Merrick Avenue in Westbury on April 12th at 9:10PM. n

At 9:45PM on April 12th, a 23-yearold man from Baldwin was arrested and charged with Possession of marijuana while on Stewart Avenue in East Garden City. n

At 10:50PM on April 12th, a 44-yearold man from Huntington was arrested on Northern Boulevard in Manhasset and was charged with Driving While Intoxicated.

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A victim’s unattended cell phone was removed from his possession at the Recovery Room on Station Plaza North in Mineola at 7:30PM on April 13th. n

At 3:15AM on April 14th, a 28-yearold woman from New Hyde Park was arrested on Shelter Rock Road in North Hills. She was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. n

At Stop & Shop Supermarket on Hillside Avenue in North New Hyde Park, a 73-year-old man from that town was arrested at 10AM on April 15th. He was charged with Shoplifting. n

At 3:45PM on April 15th, a 21-yearold man from Floral Park was arrested and was charged with Shoplifting at Stop & Shop on Hillside Avenue in North New Hyde Park. n

At Marshalls, located on Old Country Road in Old Westbury, a 40-year-old woman from Jamaica was arrested and was charged with Shoplifting on April 15th at 3:52PM. n

On Merrick Avenue in Westbury, a 33-year-old woman from Levittown was arrested at 4:30AM on April 15th. She was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. n

On Park Boulevard in East Meadow, an 18-year-old woman from that town was arrested and was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana on April 16th at 4:40PM.

At 4:50PM on April 16th, a 19-yearold man from Hollis was arrested and was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana at a Nassau Community College parking lot on Education Drive in Uniondale. n

On Stewart Avenue in Westbury, a victim has reported that unknown subjects used her personal information to fraudulently withdraw money from her Peoples Alliance Credit Union account at 7PM on April 16th. The incident occurred on Stewart Avenue in Westbury. n

At the Dollar Tree in East Garden City, a handbag was stolen from a vehicle between 9AM and 1:30PM on April 16th. n

Sometime between 10:30 and 11:50AM on April 17th, a victim’s vehicle was damaged while parked at the Jericho Public Library on Merry Lane in Jericho. The incident involved unknown subjects slashing two of the victim’s tires. n

len from an unlocked vehicle on Old Country Road in East Garden City at 1PM on April 17th. n

At the parking lot of LA Fitness, located on Marcus Avenue in New Hyde Park, two subjects were arrested on April 17th. Charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana were an 18-year-old man from Floral Park and a 17-year-old youth from Little Neck. n

On Greenway Street East in West Hempstead, a complainant reports that unknown subjects spray painted graffiti in the basement of a building between 4PM and 9:20PM on April 17th. n

At Target on Corporate Drive in Westbury, a 20-year-old woman from Hempstead was arrested and was charged with Shoplifting at 5PM on April 17th. n

On Newton Street in Westbury, a 16-year-old youth from that town was arrested on April 18th at 6:30PM. He was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana.

A handicap parking permit was sto-

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IN MEMORIAM

Cynthia Karen Keats

Cynthia Karen Keats of Woodbury NY passed away gracefully on April 24, 2018. Cyndi was born in Kew Gardens NY on the 4th of July, 1963. She was married to Ron Keats for 31 years and had two children, Justin and Courtney. Cyndi grew up in Port Washington and Sands Point, lived in Jericho and the past 20 years in Woodbury. Cyndi met her husband Ron in Bayside NY in the summer of 1980. Ron was smitten he admits from their first meeting. She must have developed a liking for Ron too because once school started she began visiting his office with increasing frequency. Ron got a hint of their mutual attraction as she would leave him with a flower from that class with each visit. This was September, so it didn’t take long for the relationship to ‘blossom’ as they started dating in late October of that year. And that was it. They married on August 9, 1986 in Cresskill NJ. They never looked back as they grew together and their relationship developed into one that would be one beautiful love story. Cyndi loved sharing her life with Ron. He and their children, Justin and Courtney were her passion. Together they had a most wonderful life filled with love. On top of the list of priorities in Cyndi’s life is the care and nurturing of the kids. She wasn’t just involved in their lives, she was immersed in each part. From ‘Mommy and me’, through karate, school, art, camp, football, softball, baseball, cheerleading, scholastics, college planning, college life, job hunting, career success and so on. She dug into each and every facet of their lives and may have worked harder at each than they did. She loved and continued to guide the kids up through to her learning of her illness, when she was bothered to inconvenience them and all she knew with that illness. She was

remarkable. Her favorite activity was to travel and together they traveled the world. Cyndi enjoyed photography very much and had a wonderful and talented artistic side. Cyndi was a giver, as nothing in her life was about her, it was always about making those around her happy. One good example is how she loved to help the children of friends prepare for college, write their essays, advise on volunteer efforts, find the right fit and apply. She also gave much of her time supporting the business she and Ron built together. Without her it would not be the successful and well respected place it is. Over the years along with Ron, Justin and Courtney, Cyndi would help or volunteer for one cause or another. Some included local food banks, Scleroderma Foundation, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, and of course the Lustgarten Foundation. Cyndi never stopped, and loved always being in motion. Cyndi was a very private person, quiet, reserved and conservative, but had a huge fun side. She loved to laugh. There were many people in her life who made that happen including brother in law John, friend Bobby, and especially her husband. She deeply loved the other ‘daughter’ in her life Carly, with whom she shared a very special relationship. Cyndi treasured her close girlfriends, their talks, their canasta and their lunches. She loved her Friday night cocktails, Saturday nights out as well as her quiet Sundays. That cooled down over the past five years as she and Ron looked for more alone time and much of that was spent on their patio overlooking their yard, or in kayaks out in bay, or comfortably relaxing by their pool. She loved her gardens, her knitting, and her quiet time. She said over and again that her favorite time of day was when she and Ron settled down after dinner to watch TV, talk and just relax together, mindlessly knitting or doing a crossword or sudoku. That was pure happiness for Cyndi. Cyndi has a warm and loving heart. If she let you in, you were all the way in with Cyndi. She was a no nonsense, no BS type who never wanted anything to do with gossip and speaking poorly of others. Cyndi cared to please and to give happiness to others and she did that every day of her life. When you think of goodness and love, Cyndi’s beautiful face is the one you should see. In addition to Ron, Justin and Courtney, Cyndi is survived by her very much loved mom Carolyn, step brother David and step sister Carina. She was laid to rest on Friday April 27th at Pinelawn Memorial Park in of all places, Inspiration Court. In lieu of flowers, any one of the above mentioned charities would be welcome.

Syosset & Jericho kids try out for National Wushu Team From page 1 taught them the invaluable meaning of team support. They each learned how to be humble winners and gracious losers at the same time, while making bundles of new friends from other areas during the competition.” In the world of Wushu, the organizational structures commenced with International Wushu Federation (IWUF) headquartered in China in 1990. From there, each continent/country is chartered to organize its own federa-

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